LG Electronics USA 9QKE40120 Video Cassette Recorder User Manual usersmanual
LG Electronics USA Video Cassette Recorder usersmanual
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machine number VRD4235 enjoy the view ® o p e r a t i n g g u i d e / w a r r an t y RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER (Now, while you can see it) The model and serial number of your new VCR are located on the back of the VCR cabinet. For your future convenience, we suggest that you record these numbers here: MODEL NO.____________________________________ SERIAL NO.____________________________________ WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. POWER CORD POLARIZATION: CAUTION: To Prevent Electric Shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond. NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical. REGULATORY INFORMATION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product. This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. “Ce appareil numérique de la class b respecte toutes les exigences du Règulement sur le matériel brouillier du Canada.” Zenith is a trademark of ZEC © Copyright Zenith Electronics Corporation 2000 SA F E T Y T I P S IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PAGE 3 These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 1. Read Instructions Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the product. 2. Retain Instructions Keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings Follow warnings on the product and in the operating guide. 4. Follow Instructions Follow all operating and use instructions. 5. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 6. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. 8. Accessories Do not place product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of product should follow manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by manufacturer. 9. Transporting Product Move product and cart combinations with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause product and cart combination to overturn. 10. Ventilation Slots and openings in cabinet must not be blocked or covered. They are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation, and to protect from overheating. Never block openings by placing product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place product in built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. 11. Power Sources Operate product only from type of power source indicated on marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to manual. 12. Line-Cord Polarization Product is equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into power outlet only one way. If you’re unable to insert plug fully into outlet, try reversing the plug. If plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat safety purpose of polarized plug. 13. Power-Cord Protection Route power-supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from product. 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be sure antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code (USA), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information on grounding of mast and supporting structure, grounding of lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for grounding electrode. ( See Fig. 1 below. ) Fig. 1 Antenna Lead-in Wire Ground Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810-20 Electric Service Equipment Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810-21 Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250, Part H NEC: National Electrical Code Antenna grounding per NEC Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 SA F E T Y T I P S IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PAGE 4 These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 15. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when product is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to product due to lightning and power line surges. 16. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, take extreme care to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. 17. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock. 18. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on product. 19. Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20. Wall or Ceiling Mounting Mount product to wall or ceiling only as recommended by manufacturer. 21. Replacement Parts When replacement part(s) are required, be sure service technician has used replacement part(s) specified by manufacturer or have same characteristics as original part(s). Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under these conditions: a. If power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into product. c. If product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If product doesn’t operate normally by following handbook instructions. Adjust only those controls covered by handbook instructions; improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore product to normal operation. e. If product has been dropped or cabinet has been damaged. f. If product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 23. Heat Keep product away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 24. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask service technician to perform safety checks to determine that product is in proper operating condition. I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 5 Contents/Index CONTENTS INDEX SAFETY TIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 Auto Channel Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 20 VCR Features Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8, 23 Connections for Your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Channel Add/Del . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 20 Before you operate your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 18 CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15 Features Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Message Center Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-28 VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Language Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-28 Main Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 The Buttons on Your Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Message Center Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Programming your remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25 Clock Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Timer Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 SpeakEZ Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Watching TV Through the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Timer Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Camcorder Connected to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Timer-Controlled Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-32 Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-28 VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Recording While You’re Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rear cover TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-32 Watching TV through the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Cover PAGE 6 I N S TA L L AT I O N VCR Features Chart This page shows the features of your VCR. FEATURES SpeakEZ Function 4-Heads (Special Video Effects) Full Load/Quick Start Auto Head Cleaner MTS Hi-Fi Stereo Audio System Stereo Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Remote Control MBR421T Auto/Manual Band Select Auto/Manual Channel Search 181 Channel Capability (CATV & TV) Record Speeds SP/EP Playback Speeds SP/LP/EP Auto Playback System Auto/Manual Digital Tracking Instant Recording Timer-Controlled Recording Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust Slow-Motion Video (4-head VCR); Variable 1/10 to 1/32 Clear Pause/Still Video Real-Time Tape Counter Speed Search CM Skip English/Spanish/French Menus 1-Year, 8-Event Timer Message Center Front Panel Display Auto Clock Set System Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV) Energy Saving VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 7 Connections for your VCR Required connections for your VCR. Connections Without a Cable Box Antenna Flat Wire (300 ohm) Back Panel of Stereo VCR AUDIO LINE1(AUX1) IN OUT IN OUT ANT.IN OR 300/75 ohm Adaptor (Not provided) VHF/UHF /CATV VIDEO OR Cable TV Wall Jack Back Panel of Typical TV CH. IN IN OUT OUT VHF/UHF/CATV R AUDIO L ANT IN VIDEO This cable is provided with your VCR. Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. Connections With a Cable Box Back Panel of Typical TV Back Panel of Stereo VCR AUDIO LINE1(AUX1) IN OUT CH3 IN IN OUT OUT VHF/UHF/CATV R AUDIO L VIDEO ANT IN IN VHF/UHF /CATV OUT Back Panel of Typical Cable Box ANT.IN VIDEO CH. Cable TV Wall Jack CH4 CABLE OUT IN This cable is provided with your VCR. Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. PAGE 8 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connections for your VCR Optional connections for your VCR. Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV Use A/V connections for a better picture. Back Panel of Typical TV Back Panel of Stereo VCR AUDIO OUT ANT.IN LINE1(AUX1) IN R-AUDIO-L OUT IN OUT VHF/UHF/CATV IN VIDEO ANT IN IN VHF/UHF /CATV OUT VIDEO Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. CH. A/V cable is not provided with VCR. Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR Back Panel of Stereo VCR Jack panel of Accessory AUDIO LINE1(AUX1) IN ANT.IN OUT IN R-AUDIO-L IN OUT IN VIDEO VHF/UHF /CATV OUT VIDEO OUT Accessory Component: Another VCR, Camcorder, Video Camera, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc Player Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. CH. A/V cable is not provided with VCR. I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 9 Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. CLOCK MENU AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 Press number keys QUIT = exit CLOCK PROGRAM 1 MONTH : DAY START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program AUDIO MENU SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF PLAYBACK: HI-FI RECORD: STEREO Press number keys QUIT = exit Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit SETUP AUDIO TIMER Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO Press number keys QUIT = exit MAIN MENU How to Access Menus Menu operation is easy—just follow the instructions shown at the bottom of the menu. 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, or 4) to see desired sub menu to be used. Point remote toward VCR power cbl/ vcr dbs tv eject ch menu vol vol ch enter quit/cc 3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed. pause 4. Press QUIT/CC to exit menu, or wait a few minutes and the VCR returns to normal operation. rew f fwd play st o p rec/itr tv/vcr cm skip adj EZ watch memory mute Note: Perform menu operations with the VCR and TV on, and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4. The VCR must also be in the VCR mode of operation. Press the TV/VCR button repeatedly until VCR indicator light appears in the front panel. sp/ep program sel PAGE 10 I N S TA L L AT I O N Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. Connect the Power (Required) Plug your VCR into an unswitched 120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet. Turn on the VCR by pressing the POWER on the remote or on the VCR’s front panel. While plugged into an AC outlet, the VCR consumes 3W of electrical power in OFF condition. Do not plug the VCR into a switched power outlet. Otherwise, when the power is switched off, the VCR turns off. You may then have to reset the time and date, and reprogram operational features. WALL SWITCH 120V, 60Hz POWER OUTLET TYPICAL ZENITH VCR power stop/eject ch pause rec / itr play TIMER rew f fwd REC VCR AM Set Position of the CH3/CH4 Switch (Required) The CH3/CH4 switch on the VCR’s back panel determines which channel the VCR uses to send video signals to your TV. The TV must be tuned to the same channel you set with the CH3/CH4 switch to see tape playback and status displays from the VCR. To determine which video channel provides the best picture for your system, try the switch in CH3 position and tune your TV to channel 3; then try the CH4 position and tune your TV to channel 4. Tune TV to Ch.3 CH3 CH4 OR CH3 CH4 Tune TV to Ch.4 For a test display, press the TV/VCR button on remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR’s front panel display. Press MENU on the remote to see the main menu. Select SpeakEZ Function (On/Off) A voice tells you how to use the features in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is recommended.) See the AUDIO Menu for details. SpeakEZ only functions with ENGLISH. Press 4. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF PLAYBACK: HI-FI Press number keys QUIT = exit MAIN MENU RECORD: STEREO Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to choose ON or OFF I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 11 Before you operate your VCR Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR. Select Language for VCR Menus/Displays (Optional) Select English, Spanish, or French for VCR menus and status displays. See the LANGUAGE SELECT option on the SETUP menu for details. Press 5. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: Press number keys QUIT = exit SETUP MENU Set Date and Time for Clock Set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time. See CLOCK Menu on page 18 for details. The Timer feature will not function unless the Clock has been set. Press NUMBER (1, 2, or 3) to select the desired language Press 2. CLOCK MENU CLOCK MENU Your VCR also has an Auto-Clock Set feature. See CLOCK Menu for details. LANGUAGE SELECT : ENGLISH 1 ENGLISH 2 ESPAÑOL 3 FRANÇAIS Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 MONTH DAY YEAR TIME 1 JANUARY 1 SAT 2000 12:00 AM Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (0-9) then ENTER to set date and time CLOCK MENU Select Source for VCR (Optional) Set the source of the VCR for the type of program signal you have connected to the ANT IN jack on the back of the VCR. Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the VCR. Choose AUX1 (or AUX2) if you have an accessory Audio/Video (A/V) connected to the VCR. See SOURCE option on SETUP menu (page 19) for details. Use Auto Program to Find Channels (Required) Use AUTO PROGRAM to find active channels in your broadcast area. AUTO PROGRAM stores the active channels that you can access by using the CH (▼/▲). See AUTO PROGRAM on the SETUP Menu (page 20) for details. Press 3. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: Press number keys QUIT = exit SOURCE: TUNER (TV) 1 TV 2 CATV 3 AUX1 4 AUX2 Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3 or 4) to select the desired source SETUP MENU Press 1. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: SEARCHING SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: Press number keys QUIT = exit SETUP MENU QUIT = exit PAGE 12 I N S TA L L AT I O N Before you operate your VCR Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR. Use CH. ADD/DEL to Create Favorite Channels (Optional) Use CH. ADD/DEL to change the list of active channels found when using AUTO PROGRAM, so you can list your favorites. See CH. ADD/DEL on the SETUP Menu (page 20) for details. Press 2. SETUP MENU CH. ADD/DEL: CH. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: Press number keys QUIT = exit 2 ADD Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (0-9) then ENTER SETUP MENU Select Other Menu Options Show or hide the VCR status on your screen by using the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option on the SETUP menu. We recommend keeping this option ON. See the SETUP menu for details. Press 4. SETUP MENU SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: Press number keys QUIT = exit ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: ON 1 ON 2 OFF Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to choose ON or OFF SETUP MENU Press 4. If you have a stereo VCR, press ENTER to select the audio format (HI-FI or NORMAL) to use when you play a tape. We recommend setting this option to HI-FI. See the PLAYBACK MODE option on the AUDIO Menu for details. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ: ON PLAYBACK: HI-FI Press number keys QUIT = exit 1 HI-FI 2 NORMAL RECORD: STEREO Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to choose HI-FI or NORMAL MAIN MENU Press 4. If you have a stereo VCR, press ENTER to select the audio format (STEREO, MONO or SAP) to use when recording. We recommend using STEREO. See the RECORD MODE option on the AUDIO Menu for details. AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ: ON PLAYBACK: HI-FI SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO Press number keys QUIT = exit MAIN MENU RECORD: STEREO 1 STEREO 2 MONO 3 SAP Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1, 2 or 3) to choose STEREO, MONO, or SAP C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S PAGE 13 Front Panel Diagram Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCR. Front Panel Controls These controls perform basic VCR operations—some of them light up as you use them. The Remote performs basic as well as advanced VCR operations. POWER On/Off Button power Stop/Eject Selector Cassette Compartment PAUSE stop/eject REC/ITR (Instant Timer Record) Selector ch pause rec / itr play TIMER rew f fwd REC VCR Audio/Video (A/V) Auxiliary In Jacks (AUX2) Message Center Front Panel Display AM Channel Up/Down Selector PLAY, REW (Rewind), F FWD (Fast Forward), Selector PAGE 14 C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S Message center front panel display Information appears in the Front Panel Display depending on the VCR function being used. Clock/Tape operation indicator VCR is in timer recording A Cassette is in the VCR TIMER VCR is Recording REC VCR AM VCR functions are available and channels are selected at VCR Time is AM Front Panel Display shows which VCR function you are using. For example, when you press SP/EP, SP or EP appears to indicate the tape speed. As you change channels, the channel numbers appear. The current time shows even while the VCR is off. REW (Rewind) — Tape is rewinding rapidly. SLW — Tape is playing at slow-motion speed. ST:LL — Playback is halted on one frame. STOP — Tape rewind or playback is stopped. Auto Setup Message Record Message SCH — This message will blink during auto setting. no — After auto setting, if there is not channel that is memoried, “no” will appear. Err — Turn VCR On and OFF to erase “Err” message. If it is not erased, take VCR to an authorized repair center. PAUS — Record mode is halted. SP or EP — Displays the recording speed. REC — VCR is recording. STOP — Recording is stopped. Playback Messages Err — Turn VCR On and OFF to erase “Err” message. If it is not erased, take VCR to an authorized repair center. FF (Fast Forward) — Tape is advancing rapidly. CUE — Tape is advancing rapidly in playback mode for visual search. -CUE — Tape is reversing rapidly in playback mode for visual search. PLAY — Tape is playing at normal playback speed. Tuner Messages AU_ (Auxiliary_) — Auxiliary channel is selected for viewing equipment connected to Audio/Video jacks on front or rear of the VCR. ch _ — VCR tuned to Channel _. HI — VCR is turned on. BYE — VCR is turned off. C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S PAGE 15 VCR Status Displays On-Screen displays tell you the status of the tape inserted and VCR functions. Current mode of operation (STOP, PAUSE, RECORD, PLAY, etc.) and audio format of tape, where Play=HI-FI or NORMAL(No display) Current CH (Channel) selected by using tuner in VCR PLAY HI-FI VCR CH 11 SP ST/SAP Tape Speed EP=Extended Play LP=Long Play SP=Standard Play 15 MON 7:17 AM Current date, day, and time M-1:35:45 Typical VCR Status Display on TV M-1:35:45 Tape Counter Position Audio format of signal received by VCR tuner: STEREO, MONO or ST/SAP Real-time tape counter M = Counter Memory is active – = Tape is rewound past index mark. 1:35:45 = Length of tape (in time) 1 = 1 hour 35 = 35 minutes 45 = 45 seconds REM 1:35 Tape Time Remaining VCR Status Display VCR Status Display Options The VCR Status Display appears on the TV when a VCR function starts, like when you change a channel or select a different VCR mode. For example, pressing STOP while the VCR is in PLAY mode shows STOP in the display. Press ENTER on the remote at any time (except Special Effects Playback mode; SLOW, STILL etc.) to see the Status Display. When the Status Display appears, press ENTER repeatedly to see abbreviated displays, as follows: Note: If the VCR Status Display does not appear on the TV screen, check the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option on the SETUP menu. Select ON to see the display. See “Setup Menu” section for details. 1. Press ENTER to see Status Display. 2. Press ENTER a second time to show only the tape counter position. 3. Press ENTER a third time to show only the tape time remaining. 4. Press ENTER repeatedly until all displays are removed. PAGE 16 O P E R AT I O N The Buttons on Your Remote A quick list of all the buttons on your remote control and what they do. Remote Control Operation power Installing Batteries stop/eject TIMER REC AM Select CBL(DBS) Mode, aim at cable box or DBS AA Select TV Mode, aim at TV AA VCR Select VCR Mode, aim at VCR POWER Button power cbl/ vcr dbs tv eject Be sure to install the batteries provided with this remote. Match positive (+) and negative (-) with markings shown in battery compartment. ch menu vol vol ch enter CBL VCR/DBS/TV MODE Selector quit/cc pause rew f fwd play stop rec/itr tv/vcr cm skip Selecting Mode of Operation 1. Slide VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV selector to desired position for VCR, cable box (DBS), or TV operation. adj EZ watch memory mute sp/ep 2. Press POWER to turn On/Off the selected equipment. 3. Refer to instructions with TV and/or cable box (DBS) for operation. program sel ADJ (Adjust) (F/G) — Adjusts tape playback tracking while in VCR mode. Use to change status of Zenith TV menu options while in TV mode. CH (▼/▲) — Channel Selectors. Also selects AUX A/V input channel. CM SKIP — Fast forwards picture search through 30 seconds of recording. After installing batteries, the remote resets to the following brand codes: TV = 100, CABLE = 300 Note: All VCR operations and menu options can be accessed by using the remote control. POWER — Turns VCR On and Off. Also turns VCR Timer Off and On, if programmed. PROGRAM — Programs remote with brand codes for your brand of TV and/or cable box (DBS). QUIT/CC — Exits menu system. Selects closed caption for Zenith TV while in TV mode. REC/ITR — Begins tape recording. EJECT — Ejects the tape from the VCR. REW (Rewind) — Rewinds tape to the beginning. ENTER — Programs menu options and shows VCR display. SEL (Select) (▼/▲) — Chooses Zenith TV on-screen menu options while in TV mode. EZ WATCH — Press to play back the portion you just recorded. SP/EP — Chooses tape recording speed. F FWD (Fast Forward)—Advances tape rapidly. STOP — Cancels playback or record modes. MEMORY — Returns real-time tape counter to zero (M 0:00:00). TV/VCR — Switches source of TV picture between TV channel and VCR channel selection. VCR functions are available in VCR mode. MENU — Shows main menu. Accesses Zenith TV menus while in the TV mode. MUTE — Press to turn off TV sound. Press again to restore TV sound. Numbers — Chooses channels and enters programming information. PAUSE — Pauses tape temporarily during playback or record. PLAY — Begins tape playback. VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV — Selects operational mode of remote. VOL (Volume) (▼/▲) — Changes volume of TV. O P E R AT I O N PAGE 17 Programming Your Remote Your remote control operates the common features of most, but not all, models and brands of IR (infrared) controlled TVs and cable converters (DBS). VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV Mode Selector power cbl/ vcr dbs tv eject ch menu vol vol ch enter quit/cc pause rew f fwd play sto p rec/itr tv/vcr cm skip adj EZ watch memory sp/ep mute program TV Codes by Brand Codes 110, 113, 144, 115 131 115 113 140, 143 158 130 156, 157, 158, 131 131 113, 115, 118, 145, 146, 147, 115, 130 110, 111, 115, 116, 125 153, 154 102, 118, 127, 119, 131, 132 102, 115, 124, 109, 141 131 115, 130, 131, 115, 122, 130, 113 113 104, 116, 123, 100, 106, 107, 122, 130, 131, MAJESTIC 113 MARANTZ 103, 115 MEMOREX 113 MGA/MITSUBISHI 103, 114, 115, MONTGOMERY WARD 103, 113, 114, 130, 131, 139 NEC 115, 130 PANASONIC 104, 122, 127, PHILCO 115, 121, 122, PHILIPS 121, 122 PIONEER 134 TV Brand Name ADMIRAL AKAI AMARK AOC BELL & HOWELL BROKSONIC CANDLE CENTURION CITIZEN CORONADO CROWN CURTIS MATHES DAEWOO DAYTRON EMERSON FISHER FUNAI GENERAL ELECTRIC HITACHI JC PENNEY JVC KMC KTV LG (GOLDSTAR) LODGENET LOGIK LXI MAGNAVOX Program Button sel 151, 152 159, 160, 161, 162 130, 144, 151 148, 149, 150 131, 140, 143 128, 133, 144, 151 130, 133 138 131, 133, 146 124, 125, 131, 139 109, 114, 115, 121 133, 158 130 115, 121, 129, 128, 133, 163 130, 131, 150 Some functions of your particular equipment may not be controlled by this remote. In such cases, use the original remote control for your equipment. If you are using Zenith products, the remote comes programmed for the most commonly used codes. For other brands — or if your remote fails to control your Zenith product — you will have to program the remote. Follow these steps for each product: 1. Locate the three-digit code for your brand and type of equipment in the code tables below. 2. Slide VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV to choose TV or cable box (DBS) mode of operation. 3. Press and hold PROGRAM while entering the brand code for your equipment. 4. Enter the three-digit brand code and then release PROGRAM. If your equipment does not work, repeat steps 3 and 4, or try a different brand code. 5. Write down the code that operates your equipment. TV , CATV , DBS TV Codes by Brand Codes 131 118, 144, 151 127, 128 110, 111, 129 115, 118, 144, 151 110, 111, 129 130 104, 115, 130, 131 116, 125 115, 130 104, 116, 123, 124, 125, 112, 129, 131, 139 102, 113, 114, 115, 121, 130, 131, 139 SONY 105 SOUNDESIGN 158 SYLVANIA 106, 107, 115, 121, 122, 133, 158 SYMPHONIC 153, 154 TATUNG 128 TEKNIKA 110, 113, 122, 131, 158 TELERENT 113, 131 YORX 130 TOSHIBA 104, 123, 124 WARDS 102, 113, 114, 115, 121, XR1000 155 ZENITH 100, 101 Cable Converter Codes by Brand Cable Decoder Codes Brand Name ALLEGRO 351 ARCHER 336 CABLEVIEW 336 CITIZEN 336 CURTIS MATHES 317 EAGLE 306, 307, 310 GEMINI 302, 327, 328, 333 GENERAL ELECTRIC 353 GENERAL INSTRUMENT 324, 326, 327, 328 GOBRAND 336 TV Brand Name PORTLAND PROSCAN QUASAR RADIO SHACK RCA REALISTIC SAMPO SAMSUNG SANYO SCOTT SEARS SHARP SIGNATURE 2000 131 129, 130, 130, 131 Cable Converter Codes by Brand Cable Decoder Codes Brand Name HAMLIN 314, 330, 331 JERROLD 323, 324, 325, 326, 327, 329 KALE VISION 334 MACOM 311, 312, 342 MAGNAVOX 306, 307, 310, 334, 337, 338 NSC 332 OAK 301, 321, 322 PANASONIC 313, 318, 320 PARAGON 300 PHILIPS 306, 307, 308, 309, 310 PIONEER 318, 319 PLUSER 336 RCA 318 REGAL 310 REGENCY 304 SAMSUNG 318, 327, 334 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 317, 335, 347, 354 SLMARX 318, 327 SPRUCER 318, 320, 327 STANDARD COMPONENTS 334 STARGATE 318, 327, 328 TELEVIEW 318, 327, 336 TEXSCAN 303 TOCOM 315, 316 UNIDEN 348 UNIKA 336 UNIVERSAL 351, 352 VID TECH 339 VIDEO WAY 300, 349 VIEWSTAR 306, 307, 310 ZENITH 300, 305, 311 ZENITH HT-2000 300 DBS Codes by Brand DBS Brand Name Codes RCA 356 SONY 355 PAGE 18 O P E R AT I O N Clock Menu The Clock Menu sets the clock in the VCR to the current time. There are two options AUTO and MANUAL. Auto Clock Set AUTO automatically sets the clock in the VCR to the current time and date. AUTO works only in areas where Data Service (DS) signals are provided along with normal TV signals. 1. Press MENU to see Main Menu. CLOCK MENU AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 2. Press 1 to see Clock Menu. 3. Press 1 to set the current time automatically on the Clock Menu. Press number keys QUIT = exit Notes: We recommend that you set the clock using the MANUAL method the first time you use your VCR. See MANUAL option for details. The clock must be set before you can record by using the TIMER. Manual Clock Set The CLOCK Menu allows you to set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time. Notes: The clock must be set before you can record, using the TIMER menu. You may have to reset the clock and other features if a power outage lasts for more than 3 seconds. If you use the Manual option. The AUTO CLOCK SET mode will be turned to OFF CLOCK MENU How to Set Clock 1. Press MENU to see Main Menu. 2. Press 1 to see clock options. 3. Press 2 to adjust your options. 4. First insert the month number (5=MAY, 6=JUNE etc). 5. Press ENTER to move to next option. 6. Press QUIT/CC to exit the menu system. MONTH DAY YEAR TIME 1 JANUARY 1 SAT 2000 12:00 AM Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Typical CLOCK Menu with date and time settings O P E R AT I O N PAGE 19 Timer Menu The TIMER Menu tells the VCR when to record a program on a day and at a time you specify. You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one-year period. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO Press 2 Press number keys QUIT = exit Month of Recording Day of Recording Start Time of Recording Stop Time of Recording Channel of Recording Speed of Recording Frequency of Recording PROGRAM 1 MONTH : DAY START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program PROGRAM 1 MONTH : 7 JULY DAY : 20 THU START : 11:16 AM STOP : 11:46 AM CHANNEL : 20 TV SPEED : EP REPEAT: ONCE ( 1 - 8 ) to select program To erase press (0) Press QUIT/CC PROGRAM 8 MONTH : DAY START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program Program Number When highlighted, press NUMBER (1-8) to choose program Number. REPEAT OPTIONS ONCE — Records once. WEEKLY — Records once each week. DAILY — Records one time each day, Monday - Friday. CHANNEL OPTIONS To select an AUX channel, select the next highest or lowest channel programmed in the VCR with the CH (▼/▲). Timer will be on when VCR is off How to Use Timer 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press 2 to see the TIMER menu. 3. When the TIMER menu is displayed on screen, press the NUMBER button to select the correct month, then press the ENTER button again to move the next option or setting. SPEED OPTIONS (SP or EP) The SP mode determines how much tape is left and switches speed from SP to EP, if necessary, to complete recording the program. There will be some picture and sound distortion at the point of the speed change. AM/PM OPTIONS Press 1 for AM Press 2 for PM 4. When you have entered all of the settings to your satisfaction, press QUIT/CC to exit the menu system. Note: Set the VCR in TIMER mode by pressing POWER to turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator light appears in the front panel of the VCR. You cannot operate the VCR manually while it is recording. Pressing POWER stops the recording. To Erase a Program 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press 2 to see the TIMER menu. 3. Press NUMBER(1-8) to select desired PROGRAM to be erased. 4. Press 0 to erase the program. 5. Press QUIT/CC to exit the menu system. PROGRAM 1 MONTH : 7 JULY DAY : 20 THU START : 11:16 AM STOP : 11:46 AM CHANNEL : 20 TV SPEED : EP REPEAT: ONCE ( 1 - 8 ) to select program To erase press (0) Press 0 to erase program Follow these steps PAGE 20 O P E R AT I O N Setup Menu The SETUP Menu customizes the VCR’s operation for your particular needs. 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press 3 to see the SETUP menu. 3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: Press number keys QUIT = exit AUTO PROGRAM Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR’s memory for access by CH (▼/▲). Press 1 to begin search. CH. ADD/DEL Edits the channels found by AUTO PROGRAM. Use number keys followed by ENTER to select the channel to be edited (e.g., to ADD channel 3, press 3 then ENTER). Press ENTER to ADD or DEL (Delete) channels to create your own list of favorite channels. SOURCE Selects TV, CATV, AUX1, or AUX2 as the source of the program to watch or record. Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the VCR. Choose AUX1 if you want to see the program from accessory equipment, such as a camcorder, connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks on the VCR rear panel. Choose AUX2 if you want to see the program from accessory equipment, such as a camcorder, connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks on the VCR front panel. ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Selects whether or not you see VCR Status Displays on the TV. LANGUAGE SELECT Selects English, Spanish or French for VCR menus and displays on the TV. O P E R AT I O N PAGE 21 Audio Menu The AUDIO Menu specifies the audio format to be used when recording or playing a tape. The AUDIO Menu indicates the audio format used when recording or playing a tape. 1. Press MENU to see main menu. AUDIO MENU 2. Press 4 to see the AUDIO menu. 3. Press 1 or 2 to turn SpeakEZ ON or OFF. SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF PLAYBACK: HI-FI 4. Press ENTER (and repeat) to choose items in the menu. RECORD: STEREO Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit SpeakEZ Turns SpeakEZ ON or OFF. A voice tells you how to use the features you select in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is recommended.) PLAYBACK Selects HI-FI or NORMAL for tape playback. HI-FI (High Fidelity) provides stereo sound, if present on the tape, to the left and right VCR AUDIO output jacks on the back of the VCR. NORMAL provides monaural sound, regardless of the audio format present on the tape. RECORD Select the STEREO, MONO, or SAP for recording a program. STEREO records sound from the left and right audio tracks in stereophonic format. MONO (Monaural) records sound in monaural format even if the program is in stereo. SAP records the Second Audio Program (SAP) track, if present, in addition to the stereo audio tracks. SAP usually contains audio in another language. PAGE 22 O P E R AT I O N Watching TV Through the VCR This page shows a typical video system and explains how to select channels. All-Channel Antenna Cable TV Wall Jack Zenith TV Or Direct Cable Zenith Stereo VCR VHF-UHF CABLE IN CHANNEL Typical Cable Box From Cable- TV System OUT Or VHF/UHF/CATV AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUT IN OUT CH3 CH4 Cable Box Output to VCR IN VCR Output to TV (Channel 3 or 4 when VCR is on and TV/VCR is in VCR position) R L VIDEO AUDIO IN IN LR Audio/Video Output to TV Selecting Channels when the VCR is OFF Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is ON 1. Turn TV on. 1. Turn TV and VCR on. 2. Select channel you’d like to watch at the TV. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Select cable box channels at the cable box. 2. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote control repeatedly until the VCR indicator appears in the front panel of the VCR. Selecting Channels at the TV when VCR is ON 3. Select channels 3 or 4 at the TV. If your TV is equipped with A/V input jacks, check your TV operating manual to select the A/V source for a better picture. 1. Turn TV and VCR on. 2. Place VCR in TV mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote control repeatedly until the VCR indicator disappears from the front panel of the VCR. 3. Select channel you’d like to watch at the TV. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Select cable box channels at the cable box. 4. Select the channel you’d like to watch at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box. O P E R AT I O N PAGE 23 Camcorder Connected to VCR This page describes how to connect a camcorder to your VCR. Front Panel of Stereo VCR EZ watch power stop/eject Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. A/V cable is not provided with VCR. Select AUX for Viewing an Audio/Video source like a Camcorder 1. With TV and VCR on, place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote (and repeat) until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR’s front panel. 2. Select channel 3 (or 4) on the TV. Note: If your TV has A/V jacks, you may get a better picture if you connect your VCR there. (Then, select the A/V source on the TV.) SETUP MENU SOURCE: TUNER (TV) 1 TV 2 CATV 3 AUX1 4 AUX2 3. At the VCR, Channel Down lower than the lowest channel (or Channel Up above the highest) to select “AUX2”. Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit You can also choose the SETUP menu as described below. Press 4 to select AUX2 Press MENU to see main menu. Press 3 to see the SETUP menu. Press 3 for the SETUP menu’s SOURCE item. Press 4 for AUX2, then ENTER. (Press QUIT/CC to exit.) Items in the Menu SOURCE Shows the program source—TV, CATV, or AUX—selected for the VCR to receive. TUNER The VCR is using its Tuner to receive programs from an antenna or cable. TV Selects programs for the VCR from a rooftop-type antenna. CATV Selects programs for the VCR from Cable TV. AUX1 Selects programs for the VCR from the rear R-AUDIO-L—VIDEO IN jacks (where you may have connected your camcorder). AUX2 Selects programs for the VCR from the front R-AUDIO-L—VIDEO IN jacks (where you may have connected your camcorder). PAGE 24 O P E R AT I O N Playing Tapes This page explains the basics of playing tapes in your VCR. Automatic Playback (No Safety Tab) play 1. Tape playback begins automatically, if the safety tab has been removed from the cassette case. For example, most rental movies have no safety tab. Simply insert the prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR. Power will turn on automatically and playback will begin. power stop/eject VCR’s Controls 2. Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV or select the TV’s AUX (Auxiliary) source to see the picture, if you are using the A/V jacks. Refer to page 7 and 8. Manual Playback (Has Safety Tab) Cassette Safety Tab Shown in Place 1. Press POWER to turn VCR on. 2. Insert a prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR. 3. Press PLAY to begin playback. power 4. Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV or select the TV’s AUX (Auxiliary) source to see the picture, if you are using the A/V jacks. Refer to your TV operating manual. cbl/ vcr dbs tv eject POWER ch menu vol vol ch enter quit/cc pause Unloading the Cassette from the VCR rew 1. Press STOP if the tape is playing. f fwd play PLAY st o p rec/itr STOP 2. Press STOP/EJECT at the VCR until the cassette is ejected. tv/vcr cm skip TV/VCR EZ watch memory Note: This VCR records only in SP and EP speeds. Your VCR sets the playback speed automatically to the speed used to record the tape. mute adj sp/ep program sel (Continued on next page) VHS Cassette Playback/Record Times Cassette SP LP EP Length (Standard Play) (Long Play) (Extended Play) T-30 30 Minutes 1 Hour 1 Hour, 30 Minutes T-60 1 Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours T-120 2 Hours 4 Hours 6 Hours T-160 2 Hours, 40 Minutes 5 Hours, 20 Minutes 8 Hours O P E R AT I O N PAGE 25 Playing Tapes This page explains how to use the remote to play tapes on your VCR. Auto/Manual Tracking Adjustment Your VCR adjusts tracking automatically when you play a tape. If the tape was recorded on a different VCR, streaks (video noise) may appear. While the tape is playing, press ADJ (F/G) to adjust the tracking manually. power Real-Time Tape Counter POWER Press ENTER twice to keep the tape counter on the TV screen. Press ENTER repeatedly to remove all displays. The counter resets to 0:00:00 when you insert a cassette or when a tape is rewound to its beginning. ENTER vol PAUSE (While in play mode) Press PAUSE for still video. While in still video mode, press F FWD or REW for slow motion. Press F FWD or REW (Rewind) REW to control slow speed during slow motion. Press PLAY to resume normal tape playing. PLAY (While in Play mode) Press and release REW or F FWD, as desired. Press PLAY to resume normal tape playing. CM Skip (Commercial Skip) (While in play mode) Pressing CM SKIP on the remote skips commercials or other program material. Pressing 1, 2, 3, or 4 times skips 30, 60, 90, or 120 seconds, respectively. CM SKIP skips a full 120 seconds of commercials in a few seconds, then resumes normal playback. vol ch quit/cc F FWD (Fast Forward) pause STOP rew f fwd play sto p rec/itr tv/vcr Tape Rewind and Fast Forward Reverse/Forward Search eject ch menu enter Pause/Slow-Motion Video (While in Stop mode) Press and release REW or F FWD (Fast Forward), as desired. Press STOP when tape reaches desired location. cbl/ vcr dbs tv cm skip adj EZ watch memory mute sp/ep program sel CM SKIP ADJUST (F/G) PAGE 26 O P E R AT I O N Instant Recording Recording what you are watching on TV. Options You Can Use While Recording Instant recording lets you record until you reach the end of tape or you press STOP to stop recording. power tv/vcr sp/ep rec/itr Turn TV and VCR on. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. sto p Remote's Controls Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have connected your VCR to the TV’s A/V input jacks, select the A/V source at the TV for a better picture. Select the channel to be watched and recorded at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select the cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box. Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR. Press SP/EP to select recording speed, if desired. Recording speed is always SP, unless you select EP. power Press REC/ITR until recording begins. REC indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. Recording continues until you reach the end of the tape, or until you press STOP to stop recording. rec/itr stop/eject VCR's Controls Instant Recording (until end of tape) Instant Timer Recording (Preset recording times) PAUSE – Momentarily pauses recording. Press PAUSE again to resume recording. STOP or STOP/EJECT – Stops and exits recording mode. STOP or STOP/EJECT – Stops and exits recording mode. O P E R AT I O N PAGE 27 Instant Recording Recording using preset time periods. Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording. Note: Preset recording time counts down until the recording time is over. power tv/vcr sp/ep rec/itr Instant (attended) Timer Recording (ITR) lets you record for a specific preset time period, instead of recording until the end of tape is reached. For example, you can record a 30-minute show using the preset time period. Remote's Controls power Turn TV and VCR on. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have connected your VCR to the TV’s A/V input jacks, select the A/V source at the TV for a better picture. Select the channel to be watched and recorded at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select the cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box. Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR. Press SP/EP to select recording speed, if desired. Recording speed is always SP, unless you select EP. Note: The SP mode determines how much tape is left and switches speed from SP to EP, if necessary, to complete recording the program. There will be some picture and sound distortion at the point of the speed change. Press REC/ITR until recording begins. The REC indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. Recording continues until you reach the end of the tape, or until you press STOP to stop recording. Press REC/ITR repeatedly to select a preset recording time period. Each subsequent press of REC/ITR increases the recording time by 30 minutes until you reach a maximum of 4 hours. sto p rec/itr stop/eject VCR's Controls Presses of REC/ITR 1 (Press) Current Time 0:30 1:00 1:30 10 2:00 4:00 No display Display Preset Time For Recording Until end of tape 30 minutes 1 hours 1 hour and 30 minutes 2 hours 4 hours normal recording PAGE 28 O P E R AT I O N Instant Recording Recording one show while watching another. Note: If you have a cable box connected to your VCR, you cannot record one show and watch another. power tv/vcr rec/itr Choose the show you wish to record using the VCR’s channel selector. Choose the show you wish to watch using the TV’s channel selector. Turn TV and VCR on. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have connected your VCR to the TV’s A/V input jacks, select the A/V source at the TV for a better picture. Select the channel to be watched and recorded at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select the cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box. sp/ep sto p Remote's Controls power rec/itr stop/eject VCR's Controls Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR. Press SP/EP to select recording speed, if desired. Recording speed is always SP, unless you select EP. Press REC/ITR until recording begins. REC indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. Recording continues until you reach the end of the tape, or until you press STOP to stop recording. Place VCR in TV mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on remote to turn off VCR indicator light in the VCR front panel. Select the show you wish to watch using the TV’s channel selector. Note: To return to the show you’re recording, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote to show the VCR indicator light in the VCR’s front panel. Options You Can Use While Recording Instant Recording (until end of tape) PAUSE – Momentarily pauses recording. Press PAUSE again to resume recording. STOP or STOP/EJECT – Stops and exits recording mode. O P E R AT I O N PAGE 29 Recording While You’re Away This page explains how to use the Timer so that you can record while you are away. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO Press 2 Press number keys QUIT = exit PROGRAM 1 MONTH : DAY START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program MAIN MENU PROGRAM 8 MONTH : DAY START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program TIMER MENU for Program 1 Timer-controlled recording lets you record shows unattended. Pick a day and time up to one year in advance. The show may be recorded once or on multiple days. You can schedule up to eight different events into the PROGRAM TIMER for recording, as long as no events overlap in the same time period. Turn TV and VCR on. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR. Program events to be recorded with the Timer by following the procedure in the TIMER MENU section. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 (ar the VCR) as the channel to be recorded. Keep your cable box on when using the Timer to record. Enable the Timer by pressing POWER to turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator light appears in the VCR front panel to indicate the VCR is in the TIMER recording mode. TIMER MENU for Program 8 VCR Operation with Timer Off or On VCR POWER TIMER STATUS VCR OPERATION Disables Timer-controlled recording if an event is scheduled in the Timer. All other VCR operations can be used as desired. On Off Off On (or set) Enables Timer-controlled recording if an event is scheduled in the Timer. You cannot operate the VCR manually while it is in Timer Set mode. If you have scheduled the Timer, you’ll be recording at a later time. PAGE 30 T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. Before Calling for Service Please refer to this chart before calling for service. First, turn on the TV and VCR. Select appropriate input for the TV to receive the video signal from the VCR. You will probably use the Antenna In connection to the TV. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly until VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. If you have a cable box, turn it on and select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR. Operating Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution No power to the VCR. Power cord is not connected. Connect power cord. Remote does not function. Batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. You are too far away from the VCR. Move closer to the VCR. Remote may be at an awkward angle. Avoid holding the remote at sharp angle. Source for TV is not selected properly. Set INPUT source on TV to Audio/Video In, or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4, as appropriate. TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to TV. Press the TV/VCR button on remote repeatedly to choose VCR mode. VCR indicator light appears in VCR front panel. VCR is locked up. Disconnect VCR power cord for three (3) minutes. Reset clock and other features as necessary. No picture appears on TV screen from any VCR function. VCR features do not function. VCR does not respond to remote functions or VCR keys. Playing Tapes (Playback) Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Tape will not rewind or fast forward. Tape is fully rewound or is at its end. No action necessary. Mechanical sound is audible during playback. Note: This is normal operating sound from internal mechanisms. No action necessary. Tape playback does not appear on TV screen. Source for TV is not selected properly. Set Input source on TV to Audio/Video In, or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4, as appropriate. TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to TV. Press the TV/VCR button repeatedly to choose VCR mode. VCR indicator light appears in VCR front panel. Tape is a rental or was recorded on another VCR. Use ADJ (F/G) for manual tracking adjustment while tape is playing. Tape heads are dirty. Clean video heads. Tape tracking needs to be adjusted while in slow-motion playback. From STILL video mode, enable slow-motion playback. Use ADJ (F/G) to adjust tracking for best picture. Return to PLAY mode, then press PAUSE for STILL video. Video “noise” (horizontal streaks) appear during normal tape playing. VCR Status Display flickers when using STILL video during tape playback. T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G PAGE 31 Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. Channel Tuning Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Some channels are skipped over when using CH (▼/▲). Picture and sound are weak or missing. Those channels were deleted with the CH. ADD/DEL option. Use CH. ADD/DEL to restore channels. See SETUP Menu on page 20 for details. Antenna or cables are loose. Tighten connections or replace cable. Wrong SOURCE option is being used. Try all SOURCE options. See SETUP menu on page 20 for details. Recording Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Camcorder image is not shown. Camcorder is off. Turn camcorder on and operate properly. Camcorder image via A/V input to VCR is not shown on TV screen. VCR SOURCE is not set to AUX. Timer recording is not possible. Clock in VCR is not set to correct time. Use CH (▼/▲) to select AUX A/V input channel. Set clock to correct time. See CLOCK menu on page 18. TIMER indicator light appears after VCR is turned off. VCR is on which disables timer. Turn VCR off to enable timer. TIMER indicator light appears in the VCR front panel. Timer has been programmed incorrectly. Reprogram Timer. See TIMER menu on page 19. TIMER indicator light does not appear after programming timer. Reprogram Timer and turn VCR off to enable timer. VCR is in Timer Recording mode. This is the normal indication that the VCR is in TIMER mode. Stereo Audio Record and/or Playback Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Stereo is not present. TV is not Stereo-compatible. No action is possible. Program is not in stereo format. No action is possible. VCR A/V Out jacks are not connected to TV A/V In jacks. Make A/V connections. Stereo is available only via A/V output from VCR. VCR Audio/Video Out is not selected for viewing at the TV. Select AUX or A/V source as TV input. VCR AUDIO RECORD mode is set to SAP or MONAURAL. Set VCR AUDIO RECORD mode to Stereo. See AUDIO Menu on page 21. PAGE 32 T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. Moisture Condensation Moisture condensation can occur: In locations where moisture condensation may occur: • When the video recorder is moved from a cold place to a warm place. • Keep the power cord plugged into an AC outlet and POWER On. This will help prevent condensation. • Under extremely humid conditions. • When condensation has occurred, wait a few hours for the VCR to dry before using it. Magnetic Field from Other Equipment Keep the VCR and videotapes away from strong magnetic fields, such as those produced by a vacuum cleaner, refrigerator, or air conditioner. Video Head Cleaning Your VCR automatically cleans the heads as it is used. However, after long periods of use, your video heads may become clogged with accumulated dirt, causing distortion. When this occurs, use a do-it-yourself wet-type head cleaning cassette available from your Zenith dealer. Caution: Do not use a dry-type head-cleaning system. It may seriously damage the VCR and cassettes used in the VCR. Snow, streaking in picture, and horizontal pulling indicate the need for professional video head cleaning. See your Zenith approved service center for cleaning. Cabinet Cleaning Clean the outside surfaces of the VCR with a soft lint-free cloth as required. Use care not to scratch the VCR during cleaning. S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Specifications GENERAL Head System Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Timer Weight Tape Speed Tape Width Maximum Recording Time (WxHxD) (SP) (LP) (EP) (SP) (EP) Rewind Time Four head AC 120V, 60Hz Approx. 15 Watts 360 x 94 x 230 mm (14.2" x 3.7" x 9.1") 5 °C~35 °C (41 °F~95 °F) Less than 80% RH 12-hour display type with AM, PM Approx. 3.4 kg (7.5 lbs) 33.35 mm/sec 16.67 mm/sec 11.12 mm/sec 12.7 mm 2 HOURS (T-120) 6 HOURS (T-120) 8 HOURS (T-160) Less than 210 seconds (T-120) TUNER Antenna VHF Output Signal Channel Coverage (UHF) (VHF) (VHF) (UHF) (CATV) 75 ohms 75 ohms Channel 3 or 4 2-13 14-69 1-125 (4A, A-W, W+1~W+84, A-5~A-1) VIDEO Video Signal System EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) NTSC type color signal 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced More than 43 dB (SP mode) Input Output Signal to Noise Ratio AUDIO FM audio Frequency Range Dynamic Range Channel Separation Conventional audio Input Output S/N Ratio Frequency Range Supplied Accessory 20Hz to 20kHz More than 83 dB More than 55 dB (LINE) (LINE) -6.0 dBm more than 47 kohms -6.0 dBm less than 1.5 kohms More than 43 dB (SP mode) 200 Hz to 10kHz (SP mode) Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV) (1) Batteries (2) Remote Control (1) * Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. * Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. 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Other Remotes with 3, 4, 5 & 7 Functions Available Upon Request ZEN 525 ONLY $19.99 PLUS $6.95 SHIPPING & HANDLING zenith ORDER TODAY! CALL OR FAX TOLL-FREE 1.800.255.6790 Fax 1.888.693.6484 email: parts.sales@zenith.com Use Your Visa or MasterCard to Order PLEASE ALLOW 3 - 4 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY Your Zenith Limited Warranty VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER OR PLAYER Welcome into the Zenith family! We believe that you will be pleased with your new Zenith Entertainment Machine. Please read this warranty carefully, it is a “LIMITED WARRANTY” as defined under Federal Law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state within the U.S.A. ZENITH’S RESPONSIBILITY Service Labor During a period of 90 days from effective warranty date, Zenith will provide service labor by a Zenith authorized service center when needed as determined by Zenith, as a result of manufacturing defects. Parts New or remanufactured replacements for factory-defective parts will be supplied by a Zenith authorized service center for one year from effective warranty date . Such replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period. Not Covered This warranty covers manufacturing defects and does not cover installation, adjustment of customer controls in the home, installation or repair of home antenna systems, cable converters or cable company-supplied equipment; it also does not cover damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of God or other causes beyond the control of Zenith. Any alteration of the product after manufacture voids this warranty in its entirety. OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY Effective Warranty Date Warranty begins on the date of original consumer purchase. For your convenience, keep the dealer’s dated bill of sale or a delivery ticket as evidence of the purchase date. Operating Guide Read your Operating Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer controls. Carry-In Service The video product must be taken to a U.S. or Canadian Zenith authorized service center for warranty service and must be picked up by the owner. TV Set Performance It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the TV receiver with which the video product is used, and the associated antenna system, in proper operating condition.. Important Product Registration—Please fill out and mail your Product Registration Card. It is imperative that Zenith know how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem that could affect you. Warranty Service For warranty service information, contact any Zenith authorized service center. Parts and service labor that are Zenith’s responsibility (see above) will be provided without charge. Other service is at the owner’s expense. If you have any problem in obtaining satisfactory warranty service, call or write the Zenith Response Center. You must provide the model number, serial number and date of purchase or date of original installation. Before you ask for warranty service, read “Maintenance And Troubleshooting” in your operating guide. You might avoid a service call. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ZENITH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT. Customer Service Zenith National Response Center 201 James Record Road, Building #3 Huntsville, AL 35824 Phone: (256) 772-1515 Fax: (256) 774-4070 email: customer.service@zenith.com ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION 1000 MILWAUKEE AVENUE GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS 60025-2493 Zenith Part No. 206-3605 GS# 3835RM0039A Printed in Korea Issue O
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