Sony DSR-20/20P - Manuel (Page 36)

Recording
Chapter 2 Playback and Recording
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Chapter 2 Recording and Playback
AC timer recording
By connecting this VCR to an external AC timer (not supplied), you can
start recording at a preset time.
1
Connect this VCR to an external AC timer (not supplied).
2
Insert a tape for recording.
3
Press INPUT SELECT to select the recording source.
4
Set the timer-on time on the connected AC timer.
At the preset time, the power of this VCR and the recording source
turn on automatically and recording starts about several to 10 seconds
later. Set the timer allowing a margin for the recording to start.
5
Set the TIMER switch at the front to REC.
You need not press REC.
If the tape ends before the recording source stops operation
The tape stops without rewinding.
If you set the AUTO REWIND in the menu to ON, the tape rewinds to its
beginning automatically (see page 35).
To stop recording during the timer recording
Press STOP.
To release AC timer recording
Set the TIMER switch to OFF.
Note
While a tape is running, do not turn off the power using an AC timer. The
VCR and a tape may be damaged. When turning off the power of the
VCR, make sure to press the STOP button on this VCR first to stop the
tape, then turn off the power.
Recording source
(external tuner, etc.)
INPUT
to a wall outlet
AC timer
This VCR