LG Electronics USA 9QKE4910 TV INTERFACE DEVICE-VCR User Manual GG
LG Electronics USA TV INTERFACE DEVICE-VCR GG
Users Manual
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 alternating-current
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 on reverse side. )
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These simple precautions will
help ensure that you get many
years of safe enjoyment from
your new product.
ZENITH ELECTRONICS
1000 MILWAUKEE AVENUE
GLENVIEW, IL 60025-2495
safety tips
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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.
Antenna Lead-in Wire
Antenna Discharge Unit
NEC Section 810-20
Grounding Conductors
NEC Section 810-21
Ground Clamps
Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
NEC Art 250, Part H
Electric Service
Equipment
Ground
Clamp
NEC National Electric Code
Fig. 1
Part No. 206-3356
Printed in Korea
Issue-A
NEC: National Electrical Code
Antenna grounding per NEC Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
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ALGB420
ALGB410
ALGB210
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual
and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Matsushita Electric
Corporation of America has determined that this
product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
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 PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT 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.”
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
SAFETY TIPS:
Refer to the “Safety Tips” leaflet that
came with your product for Important
Safety Instructions.
Contents/Index
INSTALLATION PAGE 3
CONTENTS
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
VCR Features Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connections for Your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Before you operate your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
CONTROLS AND DISPLAY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12
Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-25
The Buttons on Your Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Clock Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Timer Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Watching TV Through the VCR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Camcorder Connected to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22
Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-25
Recording While You’re Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29
SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
INDEX
Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Auto Channel Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 17
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6, 20
Channel Add/Del . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 17
Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 15
Features Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-25
Language Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21-22
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Timer Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Timer-Controlled Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-29
VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Watching TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
PAGE 4 INSTALLATION
VCR Features Chart
This page shows the features of your VCR and the differences between the models.
FEATURES ALGB210 ALGB410 ALGB420
2-Heads X N/A N/A
4-Heads (Special Video Effects) N/A X X
Full Load/Quick Start X X X
Auto Head Cleaner X X X
Audio System Monaural Monaural MTS Hi-Fi Stereo
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Monaural Monaural Stereo
Remote Control SC411 X X X
Auto/Manual Band Select X X X
Auto/Manual Channel Search X X X
Channel Capability (CATV & TV) 181 181 181
Record Speeds SP/EP X X X
Playback Speeds SP/LP/EP X X X
Auto Playback System X X X
Auto/Manual Digital Tracking X X X
Instant Recording X X X
Timer-Controlled Recording X X X
Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust X X X
Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion N/A XX
Video (4-head VCR) Variable 1/10 to 1/32 Variable 1/10 to 1/32
Pause/Still Video Noise Clear Clear
Real-Time Tape Counter X X X
Speed Search X X X
CM Skip X X X
English/Spanish/French Menus X X X
1-Year, 8-Event Timer X X X
LED Front Panel Indicator X X X
Auto Daylight Saving Time X X X
Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV) X X X
Energy Saving X X X
1. Model ALGB420 is used for the description, operation, and details provided in this operating guide.
2. VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
X = Feature is provided N/A = Feature is Not Available
INSTALLATION PAGE 5
Connections for your VCR
Required connections for your VCR.
Connections With a Cable Box
Connections Without a Cable Box
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
Back Panel of Typical TV
Antenna
Flat Wire
(300 ohm)
300/75 ohm
Adaptor
(Not provided)
Cable TV
Wall Jack
This cable is provided
with your VCR.
OR
OR
IN
OUT OUT
IN
RL
AUDIO VIDEO
VHF/UHF/CATV
ANT
IN
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4 IN
Turn off power or unplug VCR
before making any connections.
Back Panel of
Typical Cable Box
CH3 CH4
CABLE
OUT IN
Back Panel of Stereo VCR Back Panel of Typical TV
IN IN
OUTOUT
RL
AUDIO VIDEO
VHF/UHF/CATV
ANT
IN
Cable TV
Wall Jack
This cable is provided
with your VCR.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4 IN
Turn off power or unplug VCR
before making any connections.
Connections for your VCR
PAGE 6 INSTALLATION
Optional connections for your VCR.
Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV
Use A/V connections for a better picture.
Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR
CH3 CH4
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
VHF/UHF/CATV
ANT
IN
Back Panel of Typical TV
ANT
IN
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOAUDIO
OUT
IN
Back Panel of Monaural VCR
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
OUT
AUDIO VIDEO
IN
VHF/UHF/CATV
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4 IN
Back Panel of Typical Monaural TV
Note: If the back panel
on your TV is different,
refer to the TV’s operating
guide.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4 IN
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
Jack panel of Accessory
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
Turn off power
or unplug VCR
before making
any connections.
Turn off power
or unplug VCR
before making
any connections.
Accessory
Component:
Another VCR,
Camcorder,
Video Camera,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc Player
INSTALLATION PAGE 7
Before you operate your VCR
Things you must do before you can operate your VCR.
1
2
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
CLOCK
MAIN MENU
TIMER SETUP AUDIO
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF
PLAYBACK:
RECORD:
CLOCK MENU
AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1
MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
Note:
Audio menu is available only with
stereo VCRs.
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.
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 sig-
nals 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.
For a test display, press TV/VCR on remote repeatedly until
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR’s front panel display.
Press MENU on the remote to see the main menu.
TYPICAL ZENITH VCR
WALL
SWITCH
POWER
OUTLET
Tune
TV to
Ch.3
CH3 CH4
Tune
TV to
Ch.4
CH3 CH4
OR
POWER PLAY
REW
F FWD
SP/EP
POWER CST.IN VCR REC TIMER
CH REC/ITR
STOP/EJECT
Before you operate your VCR
PAGE 8 INSTALLATION
Things you must 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.
Set Date and Time for Clock
(Required) Set the clock in the VCR to the cur-
rent date and time. See CLOCK Menu for details.
You must set the clock before you can use any
timer-controlled VCR features, for example, TIMER
recordings.
How to Access Menus
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu.
2. Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, or 4) to see desired sub menu to
be used.
3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed.
4. Press QUIT to exit menu, or wait a few minutes and the
VCR returns to normal operation.
power eject
ch
ch
menu
quit
sp/ep
enter memory
rec/itr
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tv/vcr
trk
0
cm skip
p
a
u
s
e
s
t
o
p
play
rew f fwd
Selects
VCR tuner
Chooses and
modifies options
menu
quit
enter
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tv/vcr
0
Point remote toward VCR
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
LANGUAGE SELECT : ENGLISH
1 ENGLISH 2 ESPAÑOL
3 FRANÇAIS
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER (1, 2, or 3)
to select the desired
language
Press 5.
3
4
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
MONTH : 1 JANUARY
DAY : 1 FRI
YEAR : 1999
TIME : 12:00 AM
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
Press NUMBER (0-9) then
ENTER to set date and time
Press 3.
INSTALLATION PAGE 9
Before you operate your VCR
Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR.
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 con-
nected to the VCR. Choose CATV if you
have a cable system (with or without a
cable box) connected to the VCR. Choose
AUX if you have an accessory Audio/Video (A/V)
connected to the VCR. See SOURCE option on
SETUP menu 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 for details.
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 for details.
6
7
5
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
SOURCE: TUNER (TV)
1 TV 2 CATV
3 AUX
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER (1, 2, or 3)
to select the desired
source
Press 3.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: SEARCHING
SETUP MENU
Press 1.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER (0-9)
then ENTER
Press 2.
Before you operate your VCR
PAGE 10 INSTALLATION
Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR.
9Select Other Menu Options
You may not want to have the clock in your VCR
adjusted automatically for Daylight Saving Time.
Refer to Clock Menu for details.
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.
If you have a stereo VCR, 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.
If you have a stereo VCR, 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.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to
choose Auto Daylight
Saving ON or OFF
Press 1.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: ON
1 ON 2 OFF
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to
choose ON or OFF
Press 4.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ:
PLAYBACK: HI-FI 1 HI-FI
2 NORMAL
RECORD:
MAIN MENU
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to
choose HI-FI or NORMAL
Press 4.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ:
PLAYBACK:
RECORD: STEREO 1 STEREO
2 MONO
3 SAP
MAIN MENU
Press NUMBER (1, 2 or 3)
to choose STEREO, MONO,
or SAP
Press 4.
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Front Panel Diagram
Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCR.
Front Panel Controls
These controls perform basic VCR operations. The Remote performs basic as well as advanced VCR operations.
POWER PLAY
REW
F FWD
SP/EP
POWER CST.IN VCR REC TIMER
CH REC/ITR
STOP/EJECT
LED Front Panel Indicators
POWER CST.IN VCR REC TIMER
A Cassette is in the VCR VCR is in Timer
recording
Remote Window:
Keep this area free
of obstruction.
VCR is recording
VCR is turned on
VCR functions are
available and channels
are selected at VCR
POWER On/Off
Button Cassette
Compartment
Channel Up/Down
Selector Recording
Speed Selector
PLAY, REW (Rewind),
F FWD (Fast Forward),
Selector
LED Front Panel
Indicators REC/ITR
(Instant Timer
Record) Selector
Stop/Eject
Selector
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VCR Status Displays
On-Screen displays tell you the status of the tape inserted and VCR functions.
VCR Status Display
The VCR Status Display appears on the TV when a VCR func-
tion starts, like when you change a channel or select a dif-
ferent 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 Effect Playback
mode; SLOW, STILL etc.) to see the Status Display.
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 “VCR Menu Operations”
section for details.
VCR Status Display Options
When the Status Display appears, press ENTER repeatedly to
see abbreviated displays, as follows:
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.
PLAY HI-FI VCR CH 11
SP ST/SAP
15 MON
7:17 AM M-1:35:45
M-1:35:45 REM 1:35
Current mode of operation
(STOP, PAUSE, RECORD, PLAY, etc.)
and audio format of tape, where
Play=HI-FI or NORMAL(No display)
Tape Speed
EP=Extended Play
LP=Long Play
SP=Standard Play
Current date, day, and time
Current CH (Channel) selected by
using tuner in VCR
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
Typical VCR Status Display on TV
Tape Counter Position Tape Time Remaining
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The Buttons on Your Remote
A quick list of all the buttons on your remote control and what they do.
Turns VCR
On/Off
Exits Any Menu
Chooses Tape
Recording Speed
Enters a Menu
Tape Play/Record
Options
Direct Channel and
Programming Entry
Switches TV Picture
between TV and VCR
Channel Selectors
(Tuner)
Ejects a tape
Shows main menu
Accesses Tape Counter
Display
Channel Selectors
Fast forwards picture
search through
30 seconds of
recording
Adjusts tape
playback tracking.
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positive (+) and negative (-) with
markings shown in battery com-
partment.
Note: All VCR operations and menu
options can be accessed by using
the remote control.
CH (▼/▲) — Changes favorite channel list. Also
selects AUX A/V input channel.
CM SKIP — Fast forwards picture search through 30
seconds of recording.
EJECT — Ejects the tape in the VCR.
ENTER — Programs menu options and shows VCR
display.
F FWD (Fast Forward)—Advances tape rapidly.
MEMORY — Returns real-time tape counter to zero
(M 0:00:00).
MENU — Shows main menu.
Numbers — Chooses channels and enters
programming information.
PAUSE — Pauses tape temporarily during playback
or record.
PLAY — Begins tape playback.
POWER — Turns VCR On and Off. Also turns VCR
Timer Off and On, if programmed.
QUIT — Exits menu system.
REC/ITR — Begins tape recording.
REW — Rewinds tape to the beginning.
SP/EP — Chooses tape recording speed.
STOP — Cancels playback or record modes.
TRK (▼/▲) — Adjusts tape playback tracking.
TV/VCR — Switches source of TV picture between TV
channel and VCR channel selection. VCR
functions are available in VCR mode.
PAGE 14 OPERATION
Main Menu
Introducing you to the Main Menu selections.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
CLOCK
MAIN MENU
TIMER SETUP AUDIO
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF
PLAYBACK:
RECORD:
CLOCK MENU
AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1
MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
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.
3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed.
4. Press QUIT to exit menu, or wait a few minutes and the VCR
returns to normal operation.
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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 TV/VCR repeatedly until VCR indicator appears
in the front panel.
Note:
Audio menu is available only with
stereo VCRs.
OPERATION PAGE 15
Clock Menu
The Clock Menu sets the clock in VCR to the current time.
How to Access Auto Daylight Saving
This VCR can adjust the clock automatically for Daylight Saving
Time.
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu.
2. Press 1 to see Clock Menu on the Main Menu.
3. Press 1 to choose ON on the Clock Menu.
Note:
We recommend that you set the clock using the MANUAL method
the first time you use your VCR. See MANUAL option for details.
Manual Clock Set
The CLOCK Menu sets the clock in the VCR to the current date
and time.
Notes:
The clock must be set before you can record by using the TIMER
menu.
You may have to reset the clock if a power outage lasts for more
than 3 seconds.
How to Set Clock
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu.
2. Press 1 to see clock options.
3. Press 3 to adjust your options.
4. Press the NUMBER (0~9) then ENTER to specify current date
and time.
5. Press QUIT to exit the menu system.
CLOCK MENU
MONTH : 1 JANUARY
DAY : 1 FRI
YEAR : 1999
TIME : 12:00 AM
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
Typical CLOCK Menu with
date and time settings
Timer Menu
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The TIMER Menu tells the VCR when to record a program on a day and at a time you specify.
PROGRAM 1
MONTH : 7 JULY
DAY : 20 MON
START : 11:16 AM
STOP : 11:46 AM
CHANNEL : 20 TV
SPEED : EP
REPEAT : ONCE
(1-8) to select program
to erase press (0)
PROGRAM 1
MONTH : 7 JULY
DAY : 20 MON
START : 11:16 AM
STOP : 11:46 AM
CHANNEL : 20 TV
SPEED : EP
REPEAT : ONCE
(1-8) to select program
to erase press (0)
You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one-year period.
How to Use Timer
1. Choose TIMER menu as described in “How to Access Menus.”
2. Press NUMBER(0-9) then ENTER to set the timer.
3. Press QUIT to exit the menu system.
Note:
Set the VCR in TIMER mode by pressing POWER to turn off the
VCR. The TIMER indicator 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. Choose TIMER menu as described in “How to Access Menus.”
2. Press NUMBER(1-8) to select desired PROGRAM to be erased.
3. Press 0 to erase the program.
4. Press QUIT to exit the menu system.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
PROGRAM 8
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
Press 2
Month of Recording
Day of Recording
Start Time of Recording
Stop Time of Recording
Channel of Recording
Speed of Recording
Frequency of Recording
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 (▼/▲).
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.
Press 0 to erase program
Follow
these
steps
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Setup Menu
The SETUP Menu customizes the VCR’s operation for your particular needs.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Choose SETUP Menu as described in
“How to Access Menus.”
AUTO PROGRAM Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR’s memory for access by CH (▼/▲). Press
1to 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, or AUX 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 AUX 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.
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.
Audio Menu
PAGE 18 OPERATION
AUDIO Menu’s PLAYBACK and RECORD options are available only with stereo VCRs.
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.
The AUDIO Menu indicates the audio
format used when recording or playing
a tape. Choose AUDIO Menu as
described in “How to Access Menus.”
Press ENTER (and repeat) to choose
items in the menu (some models).
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF
PLAYBACK:
RECORD:
OPERATION PAGE 19
Watching TV Through the VCR
This page shows a typical video system and explains how to select channels.
Selecting Channels when the VCR is OFF
1. Turn TV 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. Selects
cable box channels at the cable box.
Selecting Channels at the TV when VCR is ON
1. Turn TV and VCR on.
2. Place VCR in TV mode by pressing TV/VCR on the remote
repeatedly until the VCR indicator disappears from the
VCR front panel.
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.
Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is ON
1. Turn TV and VCR on.
2. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on remote
repeatedly until the VCR indicator appears in the VCR
front panel.
3. Select channels 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.
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.
IN OUT
Audio/Video Output to TV
VCR Output to TV
(Channel 3 or 4 when
VCR is on and TV/VCR
is in VCR position)
CH3 CH4 Cable Box
Output
to VCR
From
Cable- TV
System
Direct Cable
All-Channel
Antenna
Cable TV
Wall Jack
Typical
Cable Box OUT
VHF/UHF/CATV
IN
AUDIO
OUT VIDEO
OUT
RL
34
CHANNEL
Zenith Stereo VCR
VHF-UHF
CABLE IN
VIDEO
IN AUDIO
IN
RL
Zenith TV
Or
Or
Camcorder Connected to VCR
PAGE 20 OPERATION
This page describes how to connect a camcorder to your VCR.
ANT
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VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
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CH3 CH4 IN
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
Back Panel of Stereo 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
TV/VCR on the remote (and repeat) until the VCR indicator
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.)
3. At the VCR, Channel Down lower than the lowest channel (or
Channel Up above the highest) to select “AUX” Or, you may-
Choose the SETUP menu as described in “How to Access
Menus.”
Press 3 for the SETUP menu’s SOURCE item.
Press 3 for AUX, then ENTER. (Press QUIT to exit.)
Items in the Menu
Turn off power or unplug VCR
before making any connections.
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
SOURCE: TUNER (TV)
1 TV 2 CATV
3 AUX
Press 3 to select AUX
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.
AUX Selects programs for the VCR from the R-AUDIO-L—VIDEO IN jacks (where you may have connected your
camcorder).
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Playing Tapes
This page explains the basics of playing tapes in your VCR.
Automatic Playback (No Safety Tab)
1. Tape playback begins automatically, if the safety tab is
removed from the cassette case. For example, most rental
movies have no safety tab. Simply insert the prerecorded VHS
cassette into the VCR. Power turns on and playback begins.
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.
Manual Playback (Has Safety Tab)
1. Press POWER to turn VCR on.
2. Insert a prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR.
3. Press PLAY to begin playback.
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.
Unloading the Cassette from the VCR
1. Press STOP if the tape is playing.
2. Press STOP/EJECT at the VCR until the cassette is ejected.
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.
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Cassette
Safety Tab
Shown in
Place
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, 5 Hours, 8 Hours
40 Minutes 20 Minutes
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Playing Tapes
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 TRK (▼/▲) to
adjust the tracking manually.
Real-Time Tape Counter
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.
Pause/Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion Video
(While in play mode) Press PAUSE for still video. Press PAUSE
again, and follow on-screen instructions for Forward or Reverse
slow motion. Press F FWD or REW to control slow speed during
slow motion. Press PLAY to resume normal tape playing.
Note: When the reverse slow mode continues for more than 30
secondes, the VCR will automatically change to play mode.
Tape Rewind and Fast Forward
(While in Stop mode) Press and release REW or F FWD (Fast
Forward), as desired. Press STOP when tape reaches desired
location.
Reverse/Forward Search
(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.
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PAUSE
REW (Rewind)
PLAY
F FWD
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STOP
CM SKIP
TRK(Tracking)
(▼/▲)
This page explains how to use the remote to play tapes on your VCR.
OPERATION PAGE 23
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.
Turn TV and VCR on.
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator
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.
Press REC/ITR until recording begins. REC
indicator appears in the VCR front panel.
Recording continues until you reach the end of
the tape, or until you press STOP to stop
recording.
Instant Recording Instant Timer Recording
(until end of tape) (Preset recording times)
PAUSE –STOP or STOP/EJECT –
Momentarily Pauses Stops and exits recording
recording. Press PAUSE mode.
again to resume recording.
STOP or STOP/EJECT –
Stops and exits recording
mode.
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Recording using preset time periods.
Remote's Controls
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Presses of Display Preset Time For
REC/ITR Recording
1 (Press) Current Time Until end of tape
2 0:30 30 minutes
3 1:00 1 hours
4 1:30 1 hour and
30 minutes
5 2:00 2 hours
.. .
.. .
.. .
9 4:00 4 hours
10 No display normal recording
Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording.
Note:
Preset recording time counts down until the recording time
is over.
Instant (attended) Timer Recording (ITR) lets you record
where 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.
Turn TV and VCR on.
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator
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 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.
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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.
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 TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator
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.
Press REC/ITR until recording begins. REC indica-
tor 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 TV/VCR on
remote to turn off VCR indicator 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
TV/VCR on the remote to show the VCR indicator in the
VCR’s front panel.
Options You Can Use While Recording
2
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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.
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STOP/EJECT
Recording While You’re Away
PAGE 26 OPERATION
This page explains how to use the timer so that you can record while you are away.
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 TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator
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 appears in the VCR
front panel to indicate the VCR is in the TIMER
recording mode.
VCR TIMER VCR OPERATION
POWER STATUS
On Off
Off On (or set)
Disables timer-controlled
recording if an event is
Scheduled in the Timer. All other
VCR operations can be used as
desired.
Enables timer-controlled
recording if an event is scheduled
in the Timer. You cannot be
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.
2
3
4
1
5
6
VCR Operation with Timer Off or On
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
PROGRAM 8
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
Press 2
MAIN MENU TIMER MENU
for Program 1 TIMER MENU
for Program 8
TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE 27
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 TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until VCR indicator 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
No power to the VCR.
Remote does not function.
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.
Possible Cause
Power cord is not connected.
Batteries are weak.
You are too far away from the VCR.
Remote may be at an awkward angle.
Source for TV is not selected properly.
TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to TV.
VCR is locked up
Probable Solution
Connect power cord.
Replace with new batteries.
Move closer to the VCR.
Avoid holding the remote at sharp
angle.
Set INPUT source on TV to Audio/Video
In, or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4, as
appropriate.
Press TV/VCR on remote repeatedly to
choose VCR mode. VCR indicator
appears in VCR front panel.
Disconnect VCR power cord for three (3)
seconds. Reset clock and other features
as necessary.
Playing Tapes (Playback) Problems
Observed Condition
Tape will not rewind or fast forward.
Mechanical sound is audible during
playback.
Tape playback does not appear on TV
screen.
Video “noise” (horizontal streaks)
appear during normal tape playing.
VCR Status Display flickers when using
STILL video during tape playback.
Possible Cause
Tape is fully rewound or is at its end.
Note: This is normal operating sound
from internal mechanisms.
Source for TV is not selected properly.
TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to TV.
Tape is a rental or was recorded on
another VCR.
Tape heads are dirty.
Tape tracking needs to be adjusted
while in slow-motion playback.
Probable Solution
No action necessary.
No action necessary.
Set Input source on TV to Audio/Video
In, or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4, as
appropriate.
Press TV/VCR repeatedly to choose
VCR mode. VCR indicator appears in
VCR front panel.
Use TRK (▼/▲) for manual tracking
adjustment while tape is playing.
Clean video heads.
From STILL video mode, enable
slow-motion playback. Use TRK (▼/▲)
to adjust tracking for best picture.
Return to PLAY mode, then press
PAUSE for STILL video.
PAGE 28 TROUBLESHOOTING
Troubleshooting
Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself.
Recording Problems
Observed Condition
Camcorder image is not shown.
Camcorder image via A/V input to VCR
is not shown on TV screen.
Timer recording is not possible.
TIMER indicator appears after VCR is
turned off.
Possible Cause
Camcorder is off.
VCR SOURCE is not set to AUX.
Clock in VCR is not set to correct time.
VCR is on which disables timer.
Timer has been programmed
incorrectly.
TIMER indicator does not appear after
programming timer.
VCR is in Timer Recording mode.
Probable Solution
Turn camcorder on and operate
properly.
Use CH (▼/▲) to select AUX A/V
input channel.
Set clock to correct time. See CLOCK
menu.
Turn VCR off to enable timer. TIMER
indicator appears in the VCR front
panel.
Reprogram Timer. See TIMER menu.
Reprogram Timer and turn VCR off to
enable timer.
This is normal indication that the VCR
is in TIMER mode. If needed, disable
TIMER by turning VCR on.
Channel Tuning Problems
Observed Condition
Some channels are skipped over when
using CH (▼/▲).
Picture and sound are weak or missing.
Possible Cause
Those channels were deleted with the
CH. ADD/DEL option.
Antenna or cables are loose.
Wrong SOURCE option is being used.
Probable Solution
Use CH. ADD/DEL to restore channels.
See SETUP Menu for details.
Tighten connections or replace cable.
Try all SOURCE options. See SETUP
menu for details.
Stereo Audio Record and/or Playback Problems
Observed Condition
Stereo is not present.
Possible Cause
TV is not Stereo-compatible.
Program is not in stereo format.
VCR A/V Out jacks are not connected
to TV A/V In jacks.
VCR Audio/Video Out is not selected
for viewing at the TV.
VCR AUDIO RECORD mode is set to SAP
or MONAURAL.
Probable Solution
No action is possible.
No action is possible.
Make A/V connections. Stereo is
available only via A/V output from
VCR.
Select AUX or A/V source as TV input.
Set VCR AUDIO RECORD mode to
Stereo. See AUDIO Menu.
TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE 29
Troubleshooting
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.
Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensation can occur:
• When the video recorder is moved from a cold place to a
warm place.
• Under extremely humid conditions
In locations where moisture condensation may occur:
• Keep the power cord plugged into an AC outlet and
POWER On. This will help prevent condensation.
• When condensation has occurred, wait a few hours for the
VCR to dry before using it.
Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself.
Specifications
PAGE 30 SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL
Head System Two head (ALGB210), Four head (ALGB410, ALGB420)
Power Source AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption Approx. 17 Watts (ALGB420), 15 Watts (ALGB410, ALGB210)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 360 x 93.5 x 300 mm (14.2" x 3.5" x 11.8")
Operating Temperature 5 °C~35 °C (41 °F~95 °F)
Operating Humidity Less than 80% RH
Timer 12-hour display type with AM, PM
Weight Approx. 4.1 kg (9 lbs)
Tape Speed (SP) 33.35 mm/sec
(LP) 16.67 mm/sec
(EP) 11.12 mm/sec
Tape Width 12.7 mm
Maximum Recording Time (SP) 2 HOURS (T-120)
(EP) 6 HOURS (T-120)
8 HOURS (T-160)
Rewind Time Less than 210 seconds (T-120)
TUNER
Antenna (UHF) 75 ohms
(VHF) 75 ohms
VHF Output Signal Channel 3 or 4
Channel Coverage (VHF) 2-13
(UHF) 14-69
(CATV) 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
Input 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced
Output 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced
Signal to Noise Ratio More than 43 dB (SP mode)
AUDIO
FM audio(ALGB420 only)
Frequency Range 20Hz to 20kHz
Dynamic Range More than 83 dB
Channel Separation More than 55 dB
Conventional audio
Input (LINE) -6.0 dBm more than 47 kohms
Output (LINE) -6.0 dBm less than 1.5 kohms
S/N Ratio More than 43 dB (SP mode)
Frequency Range 200 Hz to 10kHz (SP mode)
Supplied Accessory 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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