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MITSUBISHI
Video
Cassette
Recorder
Owner's
Guide
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©
©
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The
VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar I-)e\,elopment Corporation.
With VCR Plus+C 3 system, this video cassette recorder can automatically select the
appropriate channel on your compatible cable box or satellite receiver. C3 and
VCR Plus+C 3 are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
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This Video Cassette Recorder is based on the VHS format. C)nly video cassett_ tapes with the
mark may be used with this model.
RISKOFELECTRIC
SHOCK
DONOTOPEN
CAUTION:
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
(,_el_vicing)
instructions
in the literature
accompan)4ng
';he
product.
IMPORTANT:.
RECORDING
OF COPYRIGHTED
TELEVISION
PROGRAMS
MAY VIOLATE
COPYt:IGHT
LAW.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
OR MOISTURE.
SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS PRODUCT
TO ]LAIN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK
EXTENSION
CORD, RECEPTACLE
INSERTED
TO PREVENT BLADE
NOTE
HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED)
PI,U,3 WITH AN
OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES C_3q BE FULLY
EXPOSURE.
TO CATV SYSTEM
INSTALLER:
THIS REMINDER
IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER'S
A[[TENTION
TO
SECTION 820-40 OF THE NEC WHICH PROVIDES
GUIDELINES
FOR PROPER GROUNDING
AND, 1N
PARTICULAR,
SPECIFIES
THAT THE CABLE GROUND SHALL BE CONNECTED
TO THE
GROUNDING
SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING,
AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS
PRACTICAL.
A
TableofContents
Important
Safeguards
................................
2
Preface
Welcome
to Mitsubishi
...............................
Unpacking Your VCR ..................................
5
5
Chapter One
Getting to Know Your VCR ....................... 6
Front Panel Buttons and Functions
........... 6
Fluorescent
Display .....................................
7
Overview of the Remote Control ................. 8
Rear Panel Terminals ................................
10
Chapter Two
Connecting
Your VCR ..............................
Connecting
the Antenna or Cable
to the VCR ..............................................
Connecting
Connecting
Connecting
antennas
cable antennas
....................
other antennas
....................
separate
UHF/VHF
..............................................
11
11
11
12
13
Connecting
the Television .........................
14
Determining
if you need a splitter ......... 14
Connecting
an older TV without audio and
video inputs to the VCR ......................
15
Connecting
a modern TV with audio and
video inputs .........................................
16
Connecting
a DSS ® or PRIMESTAR ®
Receiver (optional) ..................................
16
Connecting
the A!V Network (optional) .... 18
Chapter
Three
Operating
Your VCR .................................
19
Setting Up Your VCR for the First Time .. 19
Setting up your VCR if you are using a TV
without Audio and Video Inputs (Older
TV) .......................................................
19
Setting up your VCR if you are using a TV
equipped with Audio and Video Inputs
• (Modern TV) ........................................
20
Using the Remote Control .........................
20
Using the remote control to operate
the VCR ...............................................
20
Using the remote control to operate
the TV ..................................................
21
Viewing the Picture Coming from
Your VCR ................................................
Loading and Unloading Tapes ..................
Playing a Tape ...........................................
Playing back a tape ................................
Using basic playback controls ................
Using the On-screen Menu's .....................
Selecting the On-screen Language
...........
Using the Menus to Set the Time .............
23
24
25
25
25
26
26
27
Programming
the VCR to Receive TV
Channels .................................................
29
Programming
channel_ automatically
.. 29
Using video mute ....................................
32
Adding and deleting channels ................ 32
Selecting a channel .................................
33
Using the Audio and Video Functions ...... 34
Descriptions
of audio and video
functions ..............................................
34
Selecting and adjusting_; the audio and
video functions .....................................
35
Setting the VCR Plus+ Guide Channel
Numbers .................................................
36
Recording ...................................................
Recording a current broadcast ...............
Programming
your VCR to record .........
Cancelling a recording in progress ........
Programming with the VCR Plus+ system
Using One-Touch Recol:ding (OTR) .......
Using One Key Programming
................
Using Quick Program .............................
Notes about programmed
recording ......
38
39
39
42
42
43
45
47
47
Chapter Four
Using the Advanced
Features
................. 51
Using the Advanced Playback Controls .... 51
Using special effects ...............................
51
Adjusting the tracking ...........................
52
Using the time counter ...........................
53
Displaying the Remaining Time and t:he
Present Time ............................................
53
Displaying the time gauge and the
remaining
time ....................................
53
Displaying the present time ................... 54
Searching Techniques ................................
54
Quick searching ......................................
54
Speed searching ......................................
55
Using counter zero sto_ ...........................
55
Index search techniques .........................
56
Using the Advanced Options ..................... 56
Using t:he auto daylight saving time ..... 57
Using the auto power saving (auto-off) . 57
Setting the RF converter ........................
58
Making a Copy of a Tape ...........................
58
Using your HS-U270 to record from
another VCR ..........................................
59
Using your HS-U270 to play back to
another VCR ..........................................
60
Using Child Lock ........................................
60
Chapter
Five
Troubleshooting
..........................................
Index ................................................................
61
63
IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS
REGARDING
YOUR VCR AND RETAIN FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS
AND INSTRUCTIONS
MARKED
ON THE
VCR.
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.
Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is
operated.
Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and in the
operating instructions
should be adhered
to.
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Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions
be followed.
should
Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet
before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners
or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments
not recommended
by the product manufacturer
as they may
cause hazards.
Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water -- for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement,
or near a swimming pool, and
the like.
Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
• 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 the product should
follow the manufacturer's
instructions,
and should use a mounting accessory
recommended
by the manufacturer.
A product and cart combination
should be
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination
to overturn.
10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation
and to ensure
reliable operation of ';he product and to
protect it from overheating,
and these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other similar surface. This product should
not be placed in a buJ It-in installation
such as a bookcase oz' rack unless proper
ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's
instructions
have been
adhered to.
11. Power Sources
This product should be operated only from
the type of power source indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supp]y to your home,
consult your product dealer or local power
company. For produc:;s intended to
operate from battery power or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Grounding or Polarization
This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating..current
line plug (a
plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety
feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit,
contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do noL defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord
Protection
Power-supply
cordsshouldberoutedso
that they arenotlikely tobewalkedonor
pinchedby itemsplaceduponor against
them,payingparticularattentionto cords
at plugs,convenience
receptacles,
andthe
pointwheretheyexit fromthe product.
14. OutdoorAntennaGrounding
If anoutsideantennaor cablesystemis
connected
tothe product,besurethe
antennaor cablesystemis groundedsoas
to providesomeprotectionagainst
voltagesurgesandbuilt-upstatic
charges.
Article 810oftheNationalElectrical
Code,ANSI/NFPA70,providesinformation with regardto propergroundingof
the mastandsupportingstructure,
groundingofthe lead-inwireto an
antennadischarge
unit, sizeofgrounding
conductors,
locationofantenna-discharge
unit, connection
togroundingelectrodes,
andrequirements
for thegrounding
electrode.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
ENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
16. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power
lines or other electric light or power
circuit,J, or where it caa fall into such
power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna ,;y_;tem, extreme care
should be taken to keep from touching
such power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fa Lal.
17. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension
cords, and integral con venience receptacles as this can result in a 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 shortout parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the 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.
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
-(NECSECTION810-21)
GROUND
"_POWER
SERVICE
ELECTRODE
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL
CODE
CLAMPS
GROUNDING
SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
15. Lightning
For added protection for this product
during a lightning storm, or when it is
left unattended
and unused for long
periods of time, unplug it from the wall
outlet and disconnect the antenna or
cable system. This will prevent damage to
the product due to lightning and powerline surges.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product fi'om the wall outlet
and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
(a) When the power-supply
cord or plug
is damaged.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen into the product.
(c) If the product has been exposed to
ram or water.
(d) If the product doe_ not operate
normally by following the operating
in,_tructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the
operating instru_ctions as an improper
adjustment
of other controls may
re_mlt in damage and will often.
require extensive vcork by a qualified
technician to restore the product to
its normal operation.
(e) If the product has been dropped or
damaged in any way.
(f) When the product exhibits a distinct
change in performance
-- this mdicares a need for service.
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ImportantSafeguards
21. Replacement
Parts
When replacement
parts are required, be
sure the service technician
has used
replacement
parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics
as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock
or other hazards.
22. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs
to this product, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating
condition.
23. Heat
The product should be situated away from
heat sources such as radiators,
heat
registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
PROTECTTHE POWERCORD
Do not damage the power cord. Damage to the
power cord may cause a fire or shock hazard.
When unplugging
the power cord, please hold
it by the plug and remov_ it carefully.
DO NOT PLACE HEAVYOBJECTSONTHE
RECORDER
Heavy objects placed oil the recorder
cause damage.(This
does not include
cable box.) The top of the! recorder is
slotted to provide ventilal:ion. Do not
these ventilation
slots.
will
your
also
obstruct
WHEN NOTIN USE
When you finish operating
always unload the cassette
VCR POWER.
the recorder,
and turn OFF the
CARE OF THE VIDEOCASSETTETAPES
CONDENSATION
Leave the VCR on, without a tape in it, for 2
hours if the VCR has been exposed to sudden
changes in temperature.
Sudden temperature
changes cause moisture to form on the metal
parts inside the VCR. This moisture can cause
the tape to stick and damage the head.
Leaving the VCR on for a 2 hour period will
dry the inside of the VCR.
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•
•
•
•
•
Avoid violent vibration or shock.
Do not place in a locat:ion where strong
magnetic fields exist (near a motor, transformer or magnet).
Never place or store in direct sunlight.
Avoid dusty places.
Place the cassette in the cassette case and
store vertically.
Never store tape in a t::igh humidity location.
INFORMATION
This equipment
has been tested and found to comply _ith 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
in a residential
installation.
This equipment generates,
uses, ;and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communication,_.
However, there is no guarantee
that interference
will not occur in a particular
installation.
If t:his 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.
Changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/televis:ion
technician for
additional
suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:
"How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems."
This booklet is available from the US Government
Printing Office, Washing-toil, D.C., 20402,,
Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
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Welcome
to Mitsubishi
PREFACE
Congratulations
on your purchase of this Mit,;ubishi Video
Cassette Recorder. Your new VCR produces a high resolution
VHS picture and is designed fi)r easy operatioa. Your VCR also
includes the VCR Plus+ system and converter box control fbr
simplified programming.
Your owner's guide has been designed with easy-to-follow
explanations and directions• In addition, your VCR comes with
•
•
.i
•
o
Mltsublshl s excluslve_
on-screen operal;mg system. This
system has been developed to _simplify the operation of your VCR
with clear, understandable
language and desil,,n.
Thank
you for selecting
our product
and welcome to Mitsubishi.
UnpackingYourVCR
As you unpack your new VCR, please make sure the following
items are included:
"AAA" size batteries
Remote control
Re_i
• 1 Coaxial cable
card
I
If any of these items
are missing,
please
conr, act your dealer.
A few suggestions:
_Important:
O
Be sure to save the box and packing material your VCR came
in. Your VCR should always be transported
in this box.
O
Before you hook up your VCR, please take a few minutes to:
• complete the registration
card and send it back to us
immediately,
• file your sales receipt in a safe place, and
• place the VCR on a stable surface with sufficient lighting to
do the hook-up.
Never place any heavy objects on top of the VCR. Do not place the
VCR on top of the television.
GettingtoONE
KnowYourVCR
,_
CHAPTER
Now that you have unpacked your player and read through the
safety information,
it's time to become familiar with the buttons
and controls.
If you are experienced
with using VCRs, yc.u may just want to
glance at this section and refer to it later. IfVCRs are new to you,
you may want to take your time and become Familiar with the
locations of all the controls.
On the following
$
pages, you'll find information
on:
Front Panel Buttonsand Functions
FluorescentDisplay
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Overviewof the RemoteControl
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Rear PaneITerminals
Front PanelButtonsand Functions
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7
8
9
10 11
12
J
Q
converter
box control transmitter
This window (on top of the VCR) transmits
signals from your VCR to your cable box or
satellite receiver.
®
cassette
slot
This is where you put the video cassette.
®
rewind
(REW)
and reverse
search
button
Press to rewind a tape or to reverse
search. You can also use this button to
control the playback speed of a tape.
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play and stop button (PLAY/STOP)
Press 1;his button to play a tape and press
again 4:0stop the tape. Also press to stop
tape related functions or to resume normal
playback from special effects.
®
fast forward
and fast forward
search
button (FF)
Press this button to fast forward a tape or
to fast forward search. You can also use to
control
the playback
speed of a tape.
®
power button (POWER)
Press this button to turn the VCR on or
off. You must turn the VCR off after you
have programmed
it to record.
®
eject
Press
(_)
fluorescent
See the next
®
remote
(_) one key program bul;ton
(ONE KEY PROGRAiYl)
Press to program the VCR to record.
@
channel
buttons
(CHANNEL)
Press these buttons to change channels.
Also use these buttons to adjust tracking
and pic:ture vibration.
@
record
button
(REC/OTR)
Press this button once to record until the
end of the tape. Press repeatedly
to set the
time for One-Touch Recording (OTR).
button
(EJECT)
this button to eject the cassette.
display
section.
control
sensor
This receives signals from the remote
control. Do not block it.
Fluorescent
Display
23
45
7
Q
counter/present
time/remaining
display
This area displays: the current time; a
time counter showing how long the tape
J_as run; the amount of time remaining
on
the tape; or the contents of a programmed
recording when you are programming
your
VCR.
The current time is displayed when the
VCR is turned off or when you press the
DISPLAY button. The counter is automatically set to "0H00M00S"
when a new
tape is loaded. The counter will display
"- H- - M- - S" when no tape is in the VCR.
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6
8
digital tracking
light (D)
This will flash when you first play a new
cassette, indicating that the VCR is
adjusting the trackins. When tracking is
finished, it will glow sLeadily. If you adjust
the tracking manually, it will turn off.
lock light (LOCK)
This lights up when the "Child Lock"
feature is in use.
VCR light (VCR)
This will light up when the VCRfF_
button is set to '_¢CR." It indicates that
the antenna signal is :_eing routed
through the VCR's tuner.
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tape speed lights (SP, EP)
This will light to indicate the tape speed
you are using when playing or recording.
"SP" indicates standard
play; "EP" indicates extended play.
®
programmed
recording
light
This lights up when the VCR is off and
you have programmed
the VCR to record.
®
channel
display
This displays the
channel, or input
set up your VCR
satellite receiver,
FluorescentDisplay(cont.)
satellite channel you are receiving. The
cable tuning light ([]', will light up when
your VCR is receiving: cable broadcasts;
the PRIMESTAR ® light (_) will light up
when your VCR is receiving signals from a
Primestar
receiver.
®
play and record
status symbol
l:ight and cassette
These light up when the VCR isflla_ing
a
tape or recording.
The symbol ([--'])will
light up when a tape is in the VCR. The
dashes in the center cf the symbol simulate the movement of the tape when
playing and recording.
cable channel, broadcast
you have selected. If you
to receive signals from a
this area can display the
Overview of the RemoteControl
6)
volume controls
(VOLUME)
Press the bottom half of this button
(indicated by the down arrow) to lower the
volume of the TV; press the top half
(indicated by the up arrow) to raise the
volume of the TV.
®
mute button (MUTE)
Press this button to turn off the sound
completely or to resto_'e it to its previous
volume.
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VCRYrV button
Cv'CRYrV)
Press this button to switch between the
VCR's tuner and the 3_V's tuner. When
you select "VCR," you change channels
the VCR; when you select "TV," you
change channels on t_e TV.
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power button
(POWER)
Press this button to turn the VCR on or
off. If you have programmed
the VCR to
record, you need to turn the VCR off.
on
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number buttons
Use these buttons to select TV stations
and to enter PlusCode numbers. Also, use
these buttons to set quick searching time.
®
cancel button (CANCEL)
Use this button to cancel selections on the
on-screen menus or to reset the counter
display to _OHOOMOOs."
®
record button (REC)
Press this button to st:art recording. When
recording, you can use the button t_) add a
manual index mark.
®
rewind,
reverse
search and adjust
- button (REW, ADJUST)
Press this button to rewind a tape or to
reverse search. You can also use this
button to control the playback speed of a
tape. When using the on-screen menus,
use this button to select or adjust items.
®
play, stop and enter button (PLAY/
STOP, ENTER)
Press this button to play a tape and press
again to stop the tape. Also press to stop
tape related functions or to resume normal
playback from special effects. When using
the on-screen menus, use this button enter
selections.
®
quick program
and VCR Plus+ button
(QUICK PROGRAM/VCR
Plus+)
This button allows you to program your
VCR more quickly and easily. When you
press this button, you will immediately
see the "Program to record" screen, where
you can enter a PlusCode programming
number or begin programming
your VCR
to record.
®
menu button
(MENU)
Press this button to display the menus,
which are lists of features and instructions, on your television screen. Also press
the button to exit the menus.
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channel
buttons
(CHANNEL)
Press these buttons to change channels.
@
display button (DISPLAY)
Press this button to display the following
information
on the television:
," how much time has elapsed
current tape,
• the channel number you are
• the source that is supplying
with a signal,
• the present time,
• whether the VCR is stopped,
or recording, and
• how much time is left on the
This button can also be used to
and off the "Child Lock" feature.
®
TV/VCR slide switch
In add:it:on to operating your VCR, :your
VCR remote control can be used to operate
most of the function,_ of many brands of
televisions. Set to the VCR position to use
the reraote to operate the VCR. After
settin_ up your remot(_, for your particular
brand ,of television, set to the TV position
to use the remote to ot:,erate your television. See your TV own,_r's guide for more
information
about opel:ating your TV.
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input button (INP[Y[ _)
Press this button to select between
the
antenna and any other video equipment
that may be connected. Also, press to
begin two times fast p]ayback.
®
pause button (PAUSE)
Press this button to p_.use a tape when
recording or to freeze a frame when
viewing a tape.
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fast forward,
fast fo:rward search and
adjust + button (FF, ADJUST)
Press this button to fast forward a tape or
to fast forward search. You can also use
this button to control the playback speed
of a tape. When using the on-screen
menus, use these buttons to select or
adjust items.
@
function
button (AEDIOWIDEO)
Press this button to acUust the VCR's
audio and video functions.
on the
watching,
the VCR
playing,
tape.
turn on
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Rear PanelTerminals
2
3
z 5
Q
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audio input and output terminals
These terminals
are called audio inputs
and outputs. They enable sound to flow
into the VCR (through the audio input)
and out to the TV (through the audio
output.) You may not need to use these
terminals
if you have an older TV.
video input and output terminals
These yellow terminals
are for sending
(OUT) and receiving (IN) video signals.
You will only need to use these if you have
a monitor television, or for making copies
of tapes.
antenna
terminals
• antenna
in (ANTENNA
IN)
Use this terminal to attach an external
antenna or cable. This "brings in" an
outside signal.
_"antenna
out (ANTENNA
OUT)
Use this terminal to attach the VCR to
your TV. This terminal
signal to your TV.
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"sends out" the
6)
converter
box contl._ol terminal
(CONVERTER
BOX CONTROL)
Use this terminal to connect a cable that
sends signals to a cable box or satellite
receiver. (The cable is available from your
Mitsubishi
dealer, pa='t name, "IR EMIT-
TEn.")
Use this cable if:
• your cable box or satellite receiver
cannot receive a si_._nal from the Converter Box Contro! Transmitter,
or
• you would like to _lace your cable box
or ,satellite receive: away from the
VCR.
A/V Network
input terminal
Use this terminal to connect the VCR to a
Mitsubishi
TV that has Active A/V Network 1;erminal or _¢ Network terminal.
A
CHAPTER
TWO
Connecting
YourVCR
Now that you're familiar with some of your V,3R's features, you're
ready to connect the antenna and the televisi,m. You won't; have
to complete all of the connections you see in this chapter -- make
only those connections
that apply to your equLpment.
You should keep in mind that there are two steps you need to
take to connect your VCR: first, connect the antenna or cable to
the VCR, then connect the VC,R to the televis!.on.
€
Connectingthe Antennaor Cableto the Vq;R
€
Connectingthe Television
€
Connectinga DSS®or PRIMESTAR®Receiver(optional)
€
Connectingthe AN Network(optional)
€ Connectingthe Antennaor Cableto the VCR
The first thing you need to do is connect the _ntenna or cable.
Because there are at least three different types of antennas,
this
chapter will show how to connect all of them. You don't need to
make all the connections.
First, find out what kind of antenna you
have. Then, make the connection for that type of antenna. You
can then go to the next section, "Connecting the Television."
This section shows
• Connecting
• Connecting
• Connecting
you:
cable antennas,
other antermas, and
separate UHF/VHF antennas.
Connectingcable antennas
If you have cable
up. Because some
scrambling cable
tions shown: with
TV, this is the only antenna you need to ]hook
cable companies require a cable box (for unsignals), there are two kinds of cable connecand without a cable box.
connectingcablewithouta cablebox
O
Find the "source" cable. It usually comes out of the floor or out
of a wall. If it is connected to your TV, disconnect it.
Connect the cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the back
of your VCR. Screw or pu,;h the cable onto the terminal until
it is tight.
When you are finished,
sion."
gc to page 14, "Connecting
the Televi-
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Chapter2: ConnectingYourVCR
ConnectingtheAntennaor Cableto the VCR(cont.)
connectingcablewitha cablebox
If your cable system
O
_
.......
_
Disconnect
requires
you to use a cable box, follow the
the cable box from the TV.
directions below te connect your cable box to your VCR:
O Connect the cable coming from the cable box to the ANTENNA IN terminal on tile back of your VCR. Screw or push
the cable onto the terminal until it is tighL
Place the cable box on the center of the top of the VCR. Place
the rear of the cable box flush with the rear of the VCR. Make
sure the cable box doesn't obstruct the VC,R's ventilation
slots.
O
When finished,
go to page 14, "Connecting
the Television."
l
If your cable box has audio and video outputs,
tional directions below.
O
follow the addi-
Connect one audio cable to the left audio output terminal
the cable box. Connect the other end of this cable to the
AUDIO INPUT terminal on the VCR.
on
Connect one video cable t_ the video outp_lt terminal on the
cable box. Connect the other end of this cable to the VIDEO
INPUT terminal on the VCR.
Audio and video cables are available
store.
at your local electronics
_>Important:
If you plan to connect a satellite receiver to your VCR, you cannot
connect a cable box using audio and video cable. In this ca,_e,
connect the cable box using only antenna cable. (You only follow
the instructions
O through 0 above.)
DImportant:
If you need a cable box to descramble
all cable channels, you can't
record one channel while watching another
If you have questions
concerning your cable system, please contact your cable company.
Connectingotherantennas
If you don't have cable TV, you'll need to connect a regular antenna. Your antenna may have one of two diflhrent kind of' ends
(called "leads") on it. The two kinds of leads a:re:
300-ohm flat twin leads
that look like this ... :
... or a 75-ohm round lead
that looks like this:
Follow the procedures
for connecting the kind of leads your
antenna has, then go to page 14, "Connecting the Television."
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connectinganantennawitha 300-ohmflat twinlead
(If you have a 300-ohm flat twin lead, you _il] need to purchase a
300-75 ohm adapter at your local hardware
or electronics store.)
O
Disconnect
the antenna
from the back of the TV.
O
Before you can attach the antenna lead,_ t;3 the adapter', you
need to expose a 5/8 inch segment of each lead by scraping off
the brown plastic covering. Sometimes these leads have "U"
shaped clips that fit around the screw, in ¢_hich case you will
not need to peel back the plastic.
Insert lead under screws
and tighten.
300-75
Ohm Adapter
Wrap each exposed end of wire once or twLce around the screw
shanks of the adapter (or insert the clips _mder the screw
heads). Tighten the screws.
O
O
Push the adapter firmly onto the antenna
VCR labeled ANTENNA IN.
O
Go to page 14, "Connecting
terminal
on the
the Television"
connectingan antennawitha 75-ohmroundlead
O
Disconnect
the antenna
from the back of the TV.
O
Connect the antenna to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the
back of the VCR. Screw or push the cable antil it is tight.
O
Go to page
14, "Connecting
the Television"
ConnectingseparateUHFNHFantennas
You may have two separate antennas
(one UHF, one VHF) that
bring TV signals into your home. If you do, you'll need to combine
the two antennas
before connecting them to tile VCR. To do this,
you'll need an attachment
called a combiner (which is avai]able at
your electronics store). This chart below will belp you deterTnine
the kind of combiner you need.
tf your UHF antenna wire looks
like this..,
... and your VHF antenna wire
looks like this ...
... then you need a combiner
like this.
VHF
UHF
VHF
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Connecting
theAntennacr Cableto theVCR(cont.)
To connect
your antennas:
O
Disconnect
O
Connect
the antennas
the antenna
from the back of the TV.
leads onto the combiner.
Screw or push the combiner
on the VCR.
O
See "Connecting
VHF Antenna
onto the AiN_2ENNA IN terminal
the Television,"
below
UHF Antenna
ltll
Ohm Flat Twin Lead
)hm Coaxial
_--300
Ohm Flat Twin _ead
Cable
VH
_s_
/
300-75 Ohm Adapter
Combiner
Connecting the Television
Now that you have completed the antenna connections to your
VCR, you're ready to connect the VCR to the TV. (If you haven't
connected the antenna to the VCR, go to page 11, "Connecting the
Antenna or Cable to the VCR.") Because every television is
different (especially older model TVs), your VCR may need to be
connected in one of a variety of ways. This section shows you:
• Determining
if you need a splitter,
• Connecting an older TV without audio and video inputs to
the VCR, and
• Connecting a modern TV with audio al]d video inputs.
Determiningif you need a splitter
You should look at the back panel of your TV to see if you need
any special equipment to connect the TV to t:ae VCR. You may
need an attachment
called a UHF/VHF splitter (which is available at your local electronics store).
The chart on the next page will tell you if you need a splitter,
what the splitter will look like.
14
and
If the TV's antenna
looks like this...
terminal
... then you w
®
ANTENNA
need splitter that looks like 1his.
No splitter needed
IN
00
UHFNHF
splitter
Connect to UHF IN
(:,n TV
_,-
UHF
®
From ANTENNA
VNF
Connect to VHF IN
cn TV
OUT on V_
Connect to UHF IN
OO
UHF
i:ln tV
splitter.
UHFNHF
OO
Connect to VHF IN
From ANTENNA
VHF
OUT
cnTV
on V,
Connecting an older TV without audio and videoinputsto the VCR
O
Take the black cable (called a coaxial cabl _) that is supplied
with your VCR and attach it to the terrnirl al labeled ANTENNA OUT on the back of your VCR.
O
Connect the other end of this cable to the Lerminal
labeled ANTENNA IN. This terminal is sometimes
on your TV
also called
"ANT-IN" or '_VI-IF IN." If you have an elder TV without this
kind of terminal, you will :have to use a splitter and then
connect the splitter to the television.
O
ANTENNA
TERMINALS
• "" @
If you have a TV with audio and video inputs, you should
proceed to the next section, "Connecting
a modern TV with
audio and video inputs." Otherwise, your connections are
complete.
ANTENNA
(VCR)
ANTENNA
'_
TV without ANTENNA
IN terminal
UHFNHF splitter
Connect to UHF IN
on TV
From ANTENNA
on VCR
OUT
Connect
on "IV
° L
ANTENNA.
OUT
(single antenna
to VHF IN
terminal
UHFNHF
......
(TV)
@
ANTENNA
IN
for VHF and UHF)
splitter
From ANTENNA
on VCR
TERMINAL
OUT
Cot nect to UHF IN
Connect
to VNF IN
on --V
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ConnectingtheTelevision(cont.)
Connectinga modernTV with audio and video inputs
Your new VCR can be connected to many different types of
televisions.
If your TV has audio and video inputs, you will want
to connect your VCR to these inputs to take advantage
of' your
VCR's superior picture and sound. (To make these connections
you will need to purchase audio and video cables from your local
electronics dealer. The cables are also know as RCA type cables.)
Before you begin this section:
• You should have already completed the section =Connecting
an older TV without audio and video inputs to the VCR."
O
Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO
the VCR labeled AUDIO OUT.
O
Connect
terminal
OUTPUT
the other end of this cable to tbe AUDIO
on your TV labeled AUDIO IN
Connect a yellow video cable to the VIDEO
labeled VIDEO OUT on the VCR.
O
I
I
I
I
INPUT
OUTPUT
terminal
BACK:PANEL (TV)
I v,I ,N
)
I
on
Connect the other end of the video cable to the yellow VIDEO
INPUT terminal labeled VIDEO IN on the TV.
BACK PANEL (VCR)
I
terminal
,
I
I
I
I
I
IN
AUDIO IN --
VIDEO
AUDIO OUT-_
__----VIDEO OUT
Connectinga DSS®or PRIMESTAR
®Receiver(optional)
If you have an RCA, Sony, or PRIMESTAR Satellite Receiver, you
can connect the receiver to your VCR. This will not only allow you
to record TV programs coming from the receiver, but it _dll allow
you to control the receiver through the VCR.
connectinga DSSor PRIMESTAR
receiver
To connect the satellite receiver, you should use a video cable and
an audio cable to preserve the maximum si_,mal quality. "You can
purchase these cables at your Mitsubishi dealer or at your local
electronics store.
16
before you begin, you should:
• have completed
all connections
between your VCR, TV, and
cable or antenna;
(see pages 11-16) and
• make sure that your satellite
receiver has been installed
correctly.
(See your sar_ellite receiver's
manual for more
information.)
O
Place the satellite receiver on top of your VCR. Align the rear
of the receiver with the rear of the VCR and align the left side
of the receiver with the left side of the VCR. If your VCR is
smaller than your satellil;e receiver you will need to purchase
an IR emitter (part name :IR EMITTER) from your Mitsubishi
dealer.
O
Connect an audio cable to the left audio output terminal on
the receiver; connect the other end of the cable to the terminal
on the rear panel of the VCR labeled AUDIO IN.
Top of Receiver
Front of VCR
Connect a video cable to the video output terminal on the
receiver; connect the other end of the cable to the terminal
the rear of the VCR labeled VIDEO IN,
BACK PANEL (VCR)
on
BACK PANEL (Satellite receiver)
AUDIO VIDEO
IN
IN
Av2o ,.
®®
AUDIO
L
I
AUDIO IN--
IN
VIDEO --
--AUDIO
L
DImportant:
You will have to turn your VCR on to watch the video signal or to
hear the audio signal from the satellite receiver.
[_Important:
After you have connected the satellite receiver and completed the
"Memorize Channels" procedure (on pages 29-32), you need to see
if your VCR can control your receiver.
To do ';his, use the CHANNEL buttons or number buttons on the VCR :emote to tune to a
satellite channel.
If the satellite channels api_ear on your TV,
then your VCR can control your receiver.
If t.lhey don't appear,
you will need to purchase an IR emitter (part. name: IR EMITTER) from your Mitsubishi
dealer.
[:>Important:
If you use a cable box and a satellite
the IR emitter described below.
receiver_ be sure to connect
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Connectinga DSS° or PRIMESTAR
®Receiver(optional)(cont.)
connectingan IR emitter
Connect the IR emitter to the CONVERTE',R BOX CONTROL
terminal on the back of the VCR. Run the emitter to the ,,satellite
receiver.
Place the emitter so that the bulb laces the IR window
on the receiver.
Finally, follow the instructions
in the paragraph
above to test your VCR's ability to control :your satellite receiver.
You can use the other emitter for the cable box, otherwise,
store
it out fo the way.
BACK PANEL (VCR)
_I'_VERTER
_
SATELLITE-" RECEIVER
IR WINDOW
IN
®
®
For other component
Connectingthe AN Network(optional)
Some Mitsubishi TVs and VCRs have special terminals
called the
"A/V Network." The primary purpose of the A/V Network is to
"pass" remote control codes between Mitsubi shi compone_.lts. That
is, when the A!V Network is connected, you can point your VCR
remote control at the TV, and the TV will "p ass" the commands on
to the VCR.
To connect the A/V Network_ you will need a cable with a "mini"
jack at both ends. (A mini jack is the kind you find on headphones
for personal stereos. ) A cable may be includ_.d with your Mitsubishi TV. Ifnoq you can purchase a cable with mini jacks at your
Mitsubishi dealer or an electronics store.
To connect
the A/V Network:
Connect a cable to the terminal on the TV labeled A!V NETWORK OUT or ACTIVE A/V NETWORK. Connect the otlher end
of the cable to the terminal on the VCR labeled A/V NETWORK
IN.
BACK
PANEL
(VCR)
BACK PANEL
Mitsubishi TV)
_4VERTERk'V
I
]0x00fG_ NETWORK!
IN
®
®
i
IN
OUT
®
A/V NETWORK
i
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I
A
CHAPTER
THREE
Operating
YourVCR
Now that you've completed your antenna,
VCR, and TV connections, you're ready to start enjoying your equipment.
To get the
most satisfaction
out of your VCR, you should carefully read the
two sections, "Setting Up Your VCR for the First Time" and
"Viewing the Picture Coming from Your VCR." Then you can start
exploring what your new VCR can do.
In this chapter,
$
you'll learn:
Setting UpYour VCR for the First Time
Using the RemoteControl
0
Viewing the Picture Comingfrom Your VCF!
$
Loadingand UnloadingTapes
Playing a Tape
Using the On-screenMenu's
Selectingthe On-screenLanguage
Using the Menus to Set the Time
$
Programmingthe VCRto ReceiveTV Channels
$
Using the Audioand Video Functions
$
Setting theVCR Plus+ Guide Channel Numbers
$
Recording
SettingUpYourVCRfor the FirstTime
It's important
that your VCR is set up correctly before you try to
use it. If you carefully read this section, you will avoid confusion
later and get the most out of operating your system.
This section teaches you about:
• Setting up your VCR if you are using a TV without Audio
and Video Inputs (Older TV),
• Setting up your VCR if you are using a 'IV equipped with
Audio and Vide() Inputs (Modern TV).
Beforeyou begin, you should:
• have completed your antenna,
VCR, and TV connections.
Setting up your VCR ifyou are using a TV withoutAudio and Video
Inputs(Older TV)
O
Turn on your TV and tune it to channel
NOT used for broadcast in your area.
3 or 4, whichever
is
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
SettingUp YourVCRfor the Firstlime (cont.)
_>Important:
0
If you tuned the TV to channel 4 in step O, press the
NEL • button and the ONE KEY PRO3RAM
button
front panel at the same time with the VCR tuned off.
word "Ant ch4" will display on the front panel display'
VCR will send signals on channel 4. (If you tuned the
channel 3, you don't need to do this.)
O
Turn the VCR on by pressing
the POWER
CHANon the
The
and the
TV to
button.
The VCR will return to its initial setting (channel 3) if you press
the CHANNEL • button and the ONE KEY PROGRAM button
on the front panel at the same time with the VCR turned off.
Setting up your VCR if you are using a TV equippedwith Audio
and Video Inputs(Moden TV} i
Turn on your TV and switch it to the correct external input.
(For most Mitsubishi
TVs, this means pressing the TV's
INPUT button until you see the words "Ext-l" on the screen.)
Turn the VCR on by pressing
the POWER
button.
Usingthe RemoteControl
In this section, you'll learn how to set up an] use your remote
control This section includes:
• Using the remote control to operate the VCR, and
• Using the remote control to operate the TV.
Usingthe remotecontrol to operate the VCR
installingthe batteries
Unpack
,,i,
•
°
•
®®
two AAA size batteries.
•
To remove the back cover, press the ridged area gently,
push the cover in the direction of the ar:'ow and lift.
Load the batteries,
correct.
making
sure the polarities
then
(+) and (-) are
operatingthe remotecontrol
The HS-U270
VCR-B mode.
has two VCR operation modes: VCR-A mode and
The HS-U270 is pre-set to VCR-A operation mode.
Set the TV/VCR slide switch on the remote control to VCR
position. This "tells" the remote that you want to control the
VCR.
Press the DISPLAY button and the number button
remote control at the same time. Now your remote
operate your HS-U270.
2O
"!" on the
is ready to
O Whilewithin 23feetof theVCR,pointthe remotecontrol
towardtheVCRandpressthe buttonsyoudesire.
usingoneremoteto operatetwoMitsubishiVCRs
If you have another Mitsubishi VCR in addition to your HS-U270,
you can use the HS-U270 remote control to operate both. You will
need to do some preparation
to operate the tw_ VCRs separately
with one remote.
O
Set the remote mode on the HS-U270 to "VCR-B" operation
mode. With the VCR turned off, press the ONE KEY PROGRAM button and REW button on the front panel at the same
time. (The letter "b" will appear on the fro:at panel display to
indicate that the HS-U270 becomes the VCR-B mode.)
O
Set the remote
mode on the other Mitsubishi
VCR to %rCR-A"
operation mode. With the VCR turned off, press the ONE
KEY PROGRAM button and FF button on the front panel at
the same time. (The letter "A" will appear on the front ]panel
display to indicate that the other Mitsubishi VCR becomes
VCR-A mode.)
OR:
If the other Mitsubishi VCR has a REMOTE switch, you only
set the switch to '_VCR-A" or "ON" positior.
If it does not have
a REMOTE switch, do not change any settings. (VCR's
without a remote switch are already set to VCR A.)
O
To operate
position on
button and
remote will
O
To operate the other VCR, set the TV/VCI_ slide switch to
VCR position on the remote control and then press the DISPLAY button and the number button "1" at the same time.
The remote will be set to control the other VCR.
the
the
the
be
HS--U270, set the TV/VCR slide switch to VCR
remote conrxol and then press the DISPLAY
number bur_ton "2" at the same time. The
set _o control the HS-U270.
If the other Mitsubishi VCR has a VCR button, you can use
the VCR button instead of using the TV!VCR slide switch.
Using the remote controlto operatethe TV
The HS-U270 remote control can operate man:g of the frequentlyused functions of your TV. Thi,; way, you need to use only one
remote to operate both your VCR and TV.
The HS-U270 remote control is', pre-set to operate Mitsubishi
televisions,
but it: can also operate TVs from other manufacturers.
If you need to set your remote control for your particular
brand of
television, follow the instructions
below.
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Brand of TV
Mitsubishi
Fisher
G.E.
Goldstar
Hitachi
JVC
Magnavox
NEC
Panasonic
Pioneer
Philips
Proscan
Quasar
RCA
Sanyo
Sharp
Sony
Toshiba
Zenith
Brand code
buttons
1,2, 3
0
CANCEL
2, 9
8
VOLUME V
4
2, 9
6, MUTE
CHANNEL V
4
CANCEL
6
CANCEL
0
3, 5
DISPLAY
7
INPUT
Usingthe RemoteControl(cont.)
settingup yourremotecontroltooperateyourTM
OI Turn off your TV.
O
On the HS-U270
to TV position.
remote
control,
set t:he TV/VCR slide switch
O
While holding in the POWER button, press the code button
listed to the left that corresponds
to the brand of your TV.
O
Once your TV has turned
your brand of TV.
on, your reraote
is set up to operate
You do not need to perform this set-up again unless you change
the batteries,
set up your remote for anot:her brand of television,
or you get a new TV.
Once you have correctly set your remote control to operate your
TV, you will be able to use the POWER, CHANNEL, VOLUME,
MUTE and number buttons to operate your TV.
bImportant:
Depending
on the model TV you have, all o1' some of the buttons
may not function, or they may operate different features than
indicated above. You may need to use the TV's remote control.
_>Important:
Sometimes
manufacturers
will change the remote control codes
for their products, or they will use more th_n one code. If this is
the case, your remote may not be able to control your TV.
[:>Important:
When you replace the batteries
in your remote, the remote will
return to its initial setting (code button ":["). Repeat the ..steps
above to reset your remote controh If you enter a new code, the
previous code will be erased.
operatingyourTV withthe HS-U270remotecontrol
_]} Set the TViVCR slide switch to TV position
remote control.
O
Point the remote control towards
and press the desired buttons.
To once again
VCR position.
bImportant:
22
control
the remote
on the HS-U270
sensor
on the TV
the VCR, set the TV/VCR slide, switch to
Because of variations
among models, sore e _r all buttons may not
work, or they may operate different functions than listed above,
for your particular
TV. If this occurs, you may need to u,;e your
TV remote control.
Viewingthe PictureComingfromYourVCR
This is the most important
part of using your VCR, but often the
most confusing: how do you view a picture coming from the VCR?
Before you begin, you should know:
• whether you are viewing an "Older TV _ or a "Modern
TV".
Viewingthe picturecomingfrom your VCR if you are using an
older TV
O
Turn on your TV and tune it to channel
3 or 4.
O
Turn on the VCR by pressing
O
Check to see if the "VCR" light on the front panel display is
lit. If it is not lit, press the VCR/TV butr_on until it is lit. You
are viewing the picture from your VCR!
the POWER
button.
With this set-up, you will use the VCR/TV button when recording,
when viewing tapes or broadcast
stations through your VCR, or
before using the VCR's menus. You also use, the VCR/TV button
to switch back to normal TV viewing.
DImportant:
If you set the "RF converter" setting of the °:C'_stomize choices"
menu to ON, you don't need to use the VCR/TV button when
viewing tapes.
Viewingthe picture comingfrom your VCR if you are using a
modernTV
0
Turn on your TV and switch it to the correct external input.
(For most Mitsubishi TVs. this means pressing the TV_'s
INPUT button until you see the words °Ext", "Input", or
"Video" on the screen.)
Turn the VCR on by pressing
You are viewing
the picture
the POWEI_: button.
from your VCR!
If you wish to return to normal TV viewing,
input back to its previous position.
switch your T_?s
DImportant:
If you are using a modern TV, be sure to set tlhe "RF converter"
the "Customize choices" menu to OFF to prevent noise in the
picture.
_>Important:
If your system includes a home theater receiver or an A/V
receiver, refer to your home theater receiver's owner's guide.
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LoadingandUnloadingTapes
Loading a tape
E>Important:
C RECT'
Tapes can be loaded into your VCR as long as the VCR is plugged
in. Even when the VCR POWER is off, load!rig a tape will automatically turn the VCR on. Use only tapes that have a _
label.
O
Hold the tape so that the long narrow edge with the contents
label faces towards you. The other edge is hinged and should
face towards the VCR. The plastic wind _w that shows the
videotape should face up.
Gently insert
automatically
INCORRECT_
E>Important:
the tape into the cassetl;e slot until the VCR
takes it in.
Your VCR will eject the tape if you improperly
load it. If the VCR
ejects the tape, remove the tape, check to see that the contents
label is facing you, that the geared tape reels are facing downwards, wait a few seconds, and try again.
Unloadinga tape
O
Press the EJECT button on the front of"the VCR. If the VCR
POWER is off, the VCR will turn on, eject the tape, then turn
off.
Remove
DImportant:
the tape.
You cannot eject a tape while it is recording:.
the recording.
You must first stop
Preventingaccidental erasure
_/
/iq
)1
Erasure prevention tab
Tapes come with
recording on the
has had this tab
over such a tape,
opening.
a tab that, when remow_d, prevents you from
tape. If you attempt to record over a tape that
removed, the VCR will eject the tape. To record
simply place a piece of _inyl tape over the
Usingrepairedtapes
_Warning:
We recommend
that. you take
any broken
or torn tapes
to a
professional
for repair. If you repair a torn :ape with improper
materials,
you could damage your VCR when you play tt_e tape.
Head cleaning
Your VCR automatically
cleans the head and the drum of the
VCR whenever you load a tape. If you see "noise" or snow when
playing a tape, eject the tape, re-load the tape, then wail: 3 or 4
seconds. Repeat this process several times to improve the picture.
24
Playinga Tape
Now that your VCR is connected and properly set up, and you
know how to view a picture coming from your VCR, it's time to
play a tape. This section describes:
• Playing back a tape, and
• Using basic playback controls.
Playing back a tape
Beforeyou begin,you needto know:
• how to view the picture coming from your VCR (page 23).
O
To play a tape, load a pre-recorded
O
Press the PLAY/STOP
remote control.
,'®_®L
button
cassette.
on the front panel or on the
oo®@
The VCR will automatically
play the tape at ti_e correct speed.
When the VCR reaches the end of the tape, it _ill automatically
rewind the tape and stop. You can stop playing by pressing PLAY/
STOP.
DImportant:
If you are playing a tape on a TV using Active AV Network, your
TV screen may blank out for a fraction of a second when you press
PLAY/STOP.
This is normal and will not harm either the 'IW or
VCR.
Using basic playbackcontrols
rewindinga tape
Press
the REW button
on the remote
control or on the front panel.
If the tape is stopped, you will begin rewindin[.
playing, you will begin "reverse speed search.':
If the tape is
fastforwardinga tape
Press
the FF button
on the remote
control
or on the front panel.
If the tape is stopped, you will begin fast forwarding.
playing, you will begin "forward speed search"
If the tape is
pausing a tape
Press
picture
1_
_Important:
the
PAUSE
on the
button
on the
remote
control
to freeze
the
screen.
If you leave the VCR in pause for 5 minutes,
the VCR
matically
stop to prevent
damage
to the tape.
will auto-
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Playinga Tape(cont.)
controllingvibrationduringstillframe
If the picture vibrates during still frame, pr_ss the CHANNEL
buttons on the front panel until the picture :is steady.
Usingthe On-screenMenu's
When using the on-screen menu with your remote control, you
will use the FF and REW buttons as your ADJUST buttons and
you will use the PLAY/STOP button as your ENTER button.
DImportant:
If you are seeing the on-screen menu on youc TV using Active A!V
Network, your TV screen may flash momentarily
when using the
PLAY/STOP (ENTER) button. This is normal and will not harm
either the TV and VCR.
Selectingthe On-screenLanguage
You can set your VCR to display on-screen raessages, menus,
functions in English, Spanish or French. Yon should do this
before you use the menus or set any audio/video functions.
and
Beforeyou begin,youneedto know:
• how to view the picture coming from your VCR. (See page 23.)
0
Make sure you are viewing the picture coming from your
VCR. Then, press the MENU button cn the remote control. If
this is the first time the menus have be_n used, you will see
the menu for selecting an on-screen language.
0
Press the ADJUST buttons on the remo :e control to highlighted the desired lang_age. The AD,Ki!ST + button moves
upward; the ADJUST - button moves downward.
0
Press
0 Espafiol
0 Fran_ai$
the ENTER
will change
0
[:>Important:
26
Press
button
on the remote
control.
The menu
to the "VCR Main Menu."
the MENU button
to exit the menus.
The "Select Language" menu is unique. _ni le all other menus can
be accessed at almost any time, the "Select :Language" menu will
not automatically
appear again after it is first set. To see the
"Select Language" menu, turn off the VCR s,nd unplug the power
cord. Leave it unplugged for about two minutes, then follow the
procedure on this page.
Usingthe Menusto Set the Time
This section will show you how to use the on-screen menus. You
will use the menus to operate many features, _uch as setting the
time, programming
to record, and memorizin_i channels. On the
on-screen menus, the selected item is indicated in white.
Before you begin, you need to know:
• how to view the picture coming
Your
choices
are:
_Prosram
to record
_CusZomize
choices
I_] _1tI d--I_
Your
Ilill I.l.;_l.-_ll
choices
from yoar VCR (page 23).
O
Make sure you are viewing the picture coraing from your
VCR. Then, press the MENU button on the remote control.
You will see the %TCR Main Menu." Make sure the words
"First Time Set-Up" are highlighted.
If it is not, use the
ADJUST buttons to highlighted
it.
O
Press the ENTER button. The "First Tri!! Set-Up" menu will
appear. The word "Set the clock" are highlighted.
Press the
ENTER button.
O
You will see the "Set the clock" menu. Th_ words "Daylight
savings" will be highlighted.
Press the ,M)JUST buttons to
select the daylight savings setting ON or OFF. IF you are
currently following daylight savings, select ON. Otherwise,
select OFF. Press the ENTER button.
0
Press the ADJUST buttons until the corr_ct month
on screen. Press the ENTER button.
are:
_Memorize
channels
Add/delete channels
Se_ VCR Plus+ Guides
i@See ¢_e_cloo
Month
Year
<) Da1_e
0 Time
_)Daylishz
O Year
Da_e
T_me
--- -
savir%ss (ON)
--June-i_96
1 Saturday
12:00Pm
Press the ADJUST
button.
ODaylish_
0 Monzh
0 Daze
Time
appears
savinss
JuDe
button,;
to set the year.
Press
the ENTER
(ON)
--1996-1Sa'z_rda_
12:00pm
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B=-,
ODaylisht
0 Month
OYear
OTime
ODaylight
Month
Year
ODate
I;_
eavinse
June
_
--16
I
)
(ON
O
Press the ADJUST
button.
O
The hour numbers and the am/pro indicator will be blinking.
Press the ADJUST buttons to set the ihour and am/pro at the
same time. The ADJUST + button moves the clock fo:_vard;
the ADJUST - moves the clock backwards.
Press the ENTER button.
O
The minutes numbers will now be blink!ng.
JUST buttons to set the minutes. When you
correct time, press the ENTER button.
The
return to the "First Time Set-Up" menu and
start running.
)
buttons
to set the ,date. Press
the ENTER
I_96 1
Sunday-1 _- : OO'p m
savinss
June
1996
16 S_nclay,
ODaylisht
0 Nonth
savinss
June
0 Year
ODate
16
[_]_dfl_-_
UsingtheMenusto Setthe Time(cont.)
(ON)
(ON)
1996
Sunday
7+>,<.m
Press the ADhave set the
display will
the clock will
Press the MENU button once to return to the '_VCR Main
Menu"; press the MENU button again to turn off the menus.
If youwantto adjusttheclockmanuallyfor Daylight.€;avingTime
After you have displayed the "Set the Clock:" menu, make sure
that the words "Daylight savings" is highlighted.
Then press the
ADJUST buttons to select ON or OFF. If you select ON, the VCR
will set the clock forward one hour. If you select OFF, the VCR
will set the clock back one hour.
_Important:
If you want the VCR to adjust the clock automatically
light Saving Time, set "Auto D.S.T." of the ",gustomize
menu to ON.
for Daycb.oices"
If you setthe "Auto D.S.T."ofthe "Customizechoice_"menuto ON,
Your VCR will change automatically
the clock from 2 AM: to 3 AM
on First Sunday in April and turn the "Daylight savings" setting
to ON; your VCR will change the clock from 3 AM back to 2 AM
on Last Sunday in October and turn the setting to OFF. This
means if you are currently following Daylight Saving Time, "ON"
will be displayed; otherwise, "OFF" will be displayed.
(You
cannot change the "Daylight savings" sett£ni_ manually.)
_Important:
28
If any time you adjust this setting, check your programmed
recordings to be sure they are set to the correct time.
Programmingthe VCRto ReceiveTV Channels
Before your VCR can receive television charmels, you need to
program all of the local channels you can receive into your VCR.
Fortunately,
our menu system makes this an easy process. This
section will also explain some other channel-related
functions.
This section explains:
• Programming
channels automatically,
• Using video mute,
• Adding and deleting channels, and
• Selecting a channel.
Programmingchannelsautomatically
Using this process, your VCR will automatical[y
tune in all of the
television stations you can receive. You can later get rid of unwanted or unused stations.
A special note to
cable box subscribers
If your local cable box company scrambles some or all stations,
and/or requires you to use a cable box, then your ability to program channels will be limited. The cable box receives all of your
channels and then sends only one to your 72 r (:_nd your VCR),
usually on channel 3 or 4.
If you are required to use a cable box, you should choose "Cable
box only" option in step _ on the next page. Your HS-U270 will
use its special Converter Box COntrol technology
to change the channels on the cable box.
If your cable box or cable system seems incompatible
with your
new VCR, call your cable company. They may be able to provide
solutions to your problems.
Your
choices
_Program
to
Customize
are:
record
choices
Beforeyoubegin, youshould:
• have completed all connections between your VCR, TV, cable,
antenna, cable box, and satellite receiver _if any); (pages 11-18)
• know how to view the picture coming from your VCR; (page 23)
• know how to use the menus. (See page 26.)
To program
Your
OSet
choices
_he
automatically:
O
Press the MENU button on the remote control.
the "VCR Main Menu" on the TV screen.
0
Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote
Set-Up." Press the ENTER button.
0
The "First Time Set-Up" menu appears on your screen. Press
the ADJUST buttons to select "Memorize channels." Press the
ENTER button.
are:
clock
Add/delete
channels
Set VCR Plus+
Guides
channels
You will see
to select "First Time
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_Important:
Programming
the VCRto ReceiveTV Channels(cont.)
If you are recording or playing back a tape, the words "Not
available" will flash. To correct this, stop the tape.
O
Rha_ _ype
of sources
connected
_o _he VCR?
Ko_i__,_
(OFF)
O Cable
OCable
box only
OIndoor/ou_door
anz.
are;
You will see the menu for automatically
memorizing
channels. If you are using a satellite receiver, press the ADJUST
buttons to selec_ "Sat. receiver." Then u_e ENTER button to
select correct code for your satellite receiver. Select "1" if you
are using an RCA satellite receiver; seh!ct "2" if you are using
a Primestar
satellite receiver; and selec: "3" if you are using a
Sony satellite receiver. Now you can sel,_ct all of the channels
coming from your satelhte receiver.
If you are not using a satellite
receiver" is set t_o"OFF."
0
Hhat _ype
of sources
are
connected
zo Zhe VCR?
OSaz.
receiver
(OFF)
[el_b3P_i_
Cable
box only
Indoor/ouZdoor
anZ.
Now memorizin9
all the
s_a_ions
you can receive
Channel
3
Szand
by zhis may Zake
a few minuZes
_Important:
make sure
_,at.
Using the list below as a reference, press the ADJUST buttons to select the kind of antenna you connected.
• If you are using a cable box that sends signals to your VCR
on only one channel and can be opera, ted by a remote
control, choose "Cable box only," and skip to step _, below.
• If you are using any other cable combination,
including a
cable box with an A/B switch, choose "Cable."
• If you are using an antenna that receives only over-the-air
broadcasts,
such as "rabbit ears" or a roof-mounted
antenna, choose "Indoor/outdoor
ant. '_
After you have selected,
O
receiver,
press the ENTER
button.
If you choose "Cable" or "Indoor/outdo.or,"
an on-screen message and the display on the front of your VCR will show you
that the VCR is memorizing
the station s you can receive. You
can cancel the memorization
at any time by pressing CANCEL on the remote control. After the VCR has programmed
all the channels, the screen will return the VCR's picture.
Automatic programming
may include vacant channels if there are
stray signals or noise on those channels. ]if this occurs, you can
manually
delete the channels using the procedure in the section
"Adding and deleting channels."
Ifyouchoose"Cable boxonly,"
You need to tell the VCR which manufacturer
makes your cable
box, and on which channel the cable box sends a signal.
O
Please
enZer
your
Owner's
30
code
from
Guide:
You will see the screen as shown to the left. The word "Brand
code" will be highlighted.
Press the ADiFUST buttons or the
number buttons to select the manufacturer's
code number for
your cable box. The codes are listed on the next page:
Manufacturer
ABC
Archer
Century
Citizen
Diamond
Eagle
Eastern
G C Electronic
Gemini
Generat Electric
General Instrument
Hamlin
Hitachi
Jerrold
Macom
Your
cable
box
sisnal
on
which
OBrand
code
Code Number
1,2,11
29, 58, 65
29, 65
29, 65
54, 58
17, 18, 19, 61, 62, 63
68
Manufacturer
Magnavox
Movietime
NSC
OAK
Panasonic
Paragon
Pioneer
29, 65
Philips
5, 60
RCA
35
Realistic
1,2,3,4,5,41,42,43,44,69,91
Regal
22, 23, 45, 46, 47
Regency
24
Rembrandt
1,2,3,4,5,41,42,43,44,69,91
Samsung
28
Scientific Atlanta
sends
a
channel?
1
3
CodeNumber
59, 61,67
30,31, 51,54
20, 51, 52
27, 39, 40, 49, 50, 61
14, 21,25
6,7
14, 15, 16, 92, 93, 9z.
26, 61,62, 63, 64
14, 21,25
37, 38
45, 48
68
55, 56
5, 14, 21,25, 29
10, 1t, 1;!, 13
Manufact=
Sheritech
SL Marx
Sprucer
Stargate
Sylvania
Teknika
Texscan
Tocom
Toshiba
Unika
United Cab
Universal
Videoway
Viewstar
Zenith
Code Number
57
5, 14,29
14, 21,25
5, 14, 29, 65
66
36
53, 66
1,2,3,4,5,41,42,43,44,69,91
32, 33, 34
48
2
30, 31,54, 155
6,7
17, 18, 19, 131,62,63
6,7,8,9
0
After you have selected the manufacturer's
code, press the
ENTER button. The word "Channel" will be highlighted.
0
Use the ADJUST buttons to select the channel on which your
cable box sends a signal to the VCR. If you connected your
cable box with audio/video
cables, use the INPUT button to
select "LI."
@
You need to determine
whether or not you have selected the
correct "Brand code." To do this, press the CHANNEL buttons
on the remo_e control. As you press the buttons, the channel
number on the front of your VCR shouht change. Watch your
cable box. Your cable box ,;hould show the exact same number
a moment after it appears on your VCR.
Your cable
box sends
a
sisnal
on which
channel?
0 Brand
code
1
L1
If your cable box does not change channeh at all, or does not
show the exact same number, do one of the following:
• Try moving the cable box on top of the VCR.
• If more than one "Brand code" is listed for your type of
cable box, try a different one. (You can ase the CANCEL
button to move back to the "Brand code" option.)
@
Now memorizins
all %he
stations
you can receive
• Channe!
3
S_and
by zhis may zake
a few minuzes
After you have determined
that you are using the correct
Brand code, press the ENTER button to begin memorizing
channels. The TV screen will show you a message that the
VCR is memorizing
the channels coming from your cable box.
Your TV screen, the front of your VCR, and your cable box
should all display each channel number, one by one.
When the VCR is finished
picture.
_Important:
memorizing,
it will return
to the VCR's
If no code number is listed for your cable box, or if none of the
numbers listed will work, try each code, from 01 to 94.
If your cable box cannot be operated by a remote control (i.e., if it
is operated with a mechanical
dial or slide), tt:en your VCR will
not be able to change channels on the cable box.
If your cable box will not respond
to any of the! codes, your VCR
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Programming
theVCRto ReceiveTV Channels(cont.)
cannot change channels
channels yourself, using
should re-program
your
30. When programming
cable box ON and tuned
on the cable box. You will need to change
the cable box's remote control. You
VCP, choosing "Cable" in step O on page
to record, you will need to leave your
to the channel you wish to record.
If you connected a satellite receiver, press the CHANNEL Number buttons to see that the TV shows the channels coming from
the receiver. If it does not, try repositioning
or moving the satellite receiver.
E>Important:
Automatic programming
may include vacan: channels if there are
stray signals or noise on those channels. If this occurs, you can
manually delete the channels using the pro(:edure in the section
"Adding and deleting channels."
Using video mute
When you turn video mute ON, any blank section of tape, or any
station with a weak signal, will be replaced _y a blue screen. The
sound will also be turned off. If there is a tkae when you would
like to try to tune in a weak station, turn video mute OFF.
Your
choices
_Prosram
to
"I_"(e]
.ll_!_,,4[_,_--J
OFirst
Time
Beforeyou begin,you should know how:
• to view the picture coming from your VCR; (see page 23)
• to use the menus. (See page 26.)
are:
record
wl=J q_[=
Set-Up
Press the MENU button on the remote
Main Menu" appears on your TV.
The '°VCR
0
Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote
choices." Press the ENTER button.
0
The "Customize choices" menu appears on your screen. Use
the ADJUST buttons to _elect Wideo mute." Then, press the
ENTER button to set video mute to ON or OFF.
(ON)
OAuto
D.S.T.
O Auto power
save
ORF
converter
control.
(OFF)
(OFF)
(ON )
to select "Customize
Press the MENU button once to return to the "VCR Main
Menu" menu; press the FIENU button a second time to turn
off the menus.
Addingand deletingchannels
If necessary, you can manually add or delete channels afl;er you
have completed the automatic channel progn'amming.
(You cannot
do this for channels coming ;¥om a satellite :eceiver.)
Your choices
are:
OSet
the clock
_Memorize
channels
@Set
32
VCR
Plus+
Guides
Before you begin, you should know how:
• to view the picture coming from your VCR; (see page 23)
• to use the menus. (See page 26.)
O
Make sure that video mute
(_
Press the MENU
button
is ON. (See above.)
on the remote
control. The '_VCR
Main Menu" appears
O
on your TV.
Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote control
"First Time Set-Up." Press the ENTER button.
to select
You will see the "First Time Set-Up" menu. Press the t_J:)JUST buttons to select "Add/delete chann,_ls." Press the
ENTER button.
DImportant:
W
Channel
39
No1_ in
If you are recording o1"playing back a tape, or"if you are watching
a channel from a satellite receiver, then the words "Not available"
will flash.
O
You will see the screen for adding or de]eting channels. Use
the ADJUST buttons to select the channe', that you want to
add or delete. Press the ENTER button to add the channel;
press the CANCEL button to delete it.
O
When you are finished adding or deleting channels, press the
MENU button once to return to the "First Time Set-Up"
menu; press the MENU button a second time to return to the
'%CR Main Menu"; press the MENU button a third time to
turn off the menu.
memory
Dlmportant:
If you use automatic programming
again, you will lose all of the
manual changes you made. All of the channel,'; you deleted will be
added; all of the channels you added will be deleted. If you are
using a cable box that receives only one or two digit channels, you
cannot add a three-digit
channel.
Selectinga channel
Now that you have programmed
your channels, and added or
deleted some, you will want to be able to select channels. (If you
have not yet programmed
your channels, see page 29.)
DImportant:
The VCR can receive Antenna channels 2-69, cable box channels
0-99, or cable channels 1-125
If you try to sdect a channel
number that the VCR cannot receive, the VCI='_will not change
channels. If you are using a satellite receiver, you cannot select
cable channels 100-125.
Also, your VCR can receive sar_ellite channels. If you are using an
RCA or a Sony receiver, you can select channels 100-999. If you
are using a Primestar
receiver, you can select 1-999 channels. If
you select a channel coming from RCA or Sony receiver, your
receiver will automatically
turn on.
There
are two ways to select channels:
sequentially
or directly.
selectingchannelssequentially
Press the CHANNEL buttons on the remote control or on tlhe
VCR front panel. This will cyc:le through the Channels in sequential numerical
order. (If you have connected your VCR to a satel33
Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Programming
theVCRto ReceiveTV Channels(cont.)
lite receiver, the lowest numbered
satellite channel comes after
the highest numbered
cable or antenna charmel.) You can change
channels in 10-digit increments
by holding down the CI_ENNEL
button for one second when you are using a ,,satellite receiver.
selectingchannelsdirectly
Use the number buttons on the remote control. For example,
choose channel 23, press the "2" button, then the "3" button.
to
To select a single digit channel, such as channel 5, press the "0"
button, then the number button, "5." You can also press the
number button "5," then press the ENTER t:utton.
To select Primestar
channels, such as channel 150, press the
INPUT button until the channel number wil;h the Primestar
light
(0) appears on the fluorescent
display and then press the number
button
"1", "5", "0".
Usingthe Audioand Video Functions
You can select many of the VCR's audio and video functions and
adjust their settings with function menus. You can also choose
some advanced features. The VCR will display the functions and
settings on the television's
screen. This section will teach you
about:
• Descriptions
of audio and video functions, and
• Selecting and adjusting the audio and video functions.
The audio and video functions
-- record speed,
-- tape,
-- index search, and
-- counter zero stop.
you can selec'; are:
Descriptionsof audio and videofunctions
Below are descriptions
of the audio and video functions, their uses
and their settings. To select these functions and adjust their
settings, refer to the section "Selecting and adjusting the audio
and video functions."
recording speed(RECspeed)
The recording speed has an effect on picture quality. SP produces
the best picture quality and records up to two hours of video on a
T-120 tape. Mitsubishi's
EP speed has only slightly poorer quality, and records up to six hours on a T-120.
The picture may vibrate or the sound may be muted if the recording speed switches when recording.
34
tape(Tape)
Adjust this function to ensure the accuracy of the Tape Remaining display. If you are using a tape that is two hours long or less
(labeled T-30 through T-120), set this function to "T-120." If you
are using a tape labeled T-160, set the function to "T-160." If you
are using a tape labeled T-180, set the function to "T-180." ]:fyou
are using a tape labeled T-210, set the function to "T-210." You
cannot use this function with a tape that is less than 30 minutes
long.
indexsearch(Indexsearch)
Index search is a very useful way to find specific points on a tape.
(For more information
on this feature, please _ee page 56.)
counterzerostop (Counterzerostop)
This function is used to automatically
fast forward or rewind to
U0H00M00S"
and stop the tape. (For more information
on thi,_
feature, please see page 55.)
Selectingand adjustingthe audio and videofu,_ctions
Below are instructions
video functions.
on how to select and adjust
the audio
and
Before you begin, you need to know:
• how to view the picture coming from your VCR (page 23).
O
Press the AUDIO/VIDEO
the function menu.
VCR
REC
speed
_--ADJUST
button
to
on the remote
control
to see
SP
select
G
'\
o,
Press the AUDIO/VIDEO
to adjust appears.
®
Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote to adjust the
setting. The functions will disappear
if you do not press any
buttons for 5 seconds.
_Important:
button
until the function
you want
The function menu does not appear when the VCR menu is
displayed; or during special effects playback. [_he recording speed
(REC speed) and tape functions do not appear during playback.
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Settingthe VCR Plus+GuideChannelNumbers
The VCR Plus+ system allows you to pro£:am your VCR to record
television shows by simply entering a PlusCode programming
number found after each program in your TV listings.
The VCR Plus+ system as,;igns a unique number to each channel
in your area. You must do a one-time set-up of your VCR using
these assigned guide channel numbers in order to record correctly
when using the PlusCode numbers. Thi,; set-up is required
because not everyone receives their channels on the same channel
numbers. You simply tell your VCR on which channel number you
receive stations.
A special noteto
cable box subscribers
If your local cable company
scrambles
requires
you to use a cable box, then
extra step when using the VCR Plus
VCR.
some or all static)ns,
and/or
you r_ay need to take an
+syst:em
to program
your
• If the HS-U270
is able to controlyour
cable box (andyou
have chosen
"Cable box only" when you memorized
channels), simply
follow the instructions
below.
• If the HS-U270
is unable
to control your cable box (oryou
have chosen
"Cable" when you memorized
channels),
you
will need to set all c,f the VCR Plus..- Channel
Guides
to the
channel
on which your cable box se:3ds a signal (usually
channel
3 or 4). Then, when you program,
leave .your cable
box turned
ON, tuned to the channel
you wish to record.
If you have difficulty
recording,
.your cable company
may be able
to suggest
an alternative
hook-up
method
that will allow you to
use the VCR Plus-system
without
leaving" the cable box on, or
they may be able
more help.
t:o provide
additional
solutions.
Contact
them
for
Before you begin, you need:
• to know how to view the picture coraing from your VCR;
(See page 23)
• to know how to use the menus; (Sec page 26)
• to have completed the "ProgrammirLg
channels automatically" procedure; (See page 29) and
• to correctly set the VCR for your sa:ellite receiw_r in the
"Memorize channels" menu, if you are using. (See page 29)
_Important:
Most importantly,
you need to have a list of the VCR Plus+
Channel Guides for your area. This list can be found in TV Guide.
Your local newspaper
or your cable company may also ]be able to
provide you with this list.
To settheVCRPlus+ChannelGuides:
Complete the following set-up procedure only for each station
whose assigned guide channel number is different from the
channel number that you receive it on. For example, if the guide
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channel number for NBC is 2, and your VCR receives NBC on 23,
you need to "set up" these numbers using the procedure described
below.
If al_!the channels whose numbers are the same (for example, if
the guide number for NBC is ,.,'>and your VCR also receives NBC
on 2), you can skip this set-up procedure.
Co1.1
Channel
Col.2
_l_ Locate a list of the VCR Plius+ Channel Guides for your area.
This list can be found in :/'IT Guide. Your local newspaper
of
cable company may also be able to provide you with this list.
On a piece of paper, prepare a three-colunm
list. Place the
headings "Co1.1," and "Col.2" at the top of the list.
Co1.1
Channel
Col.2
NBC
23
ESPN
32
WPGH
4
O
O
Co1.1
Channel
Col.2
2
NBC
23
ESPN
WPGH
32
4
52 /
4 ,/
33
Co1.1
HSQ
112
ESPN2
15Q
Channel
Col.2
HBOl
112
I l _,_,...,'
I1@
33
__
Your
_he
_Memorize
_A_dldelete
Using the VCR Plus+ Channel Guide List you obtained in
step O, write the VCR Plus+ Channel Guide for each channel
in the left column. When the numbers in both columns are the
same, mark them with a check mark. (Note: the numbers in
the illustration
are examples only. Refe_: ta your list for the
correct numbers.)
If you are using a satellite receiver, write the name of each
channel that you ('an receive through your receiver.
In
column 2, write down the number on which your receiver
receives the channel.
If your satellite system receives more
than one version of the same channel !for example,
HBO1,
HBO2, etc.), check the time schedules in your local listings to
see which version being li,;ted. You can only set up the
particular
version that is listed. In your chart, draw a line
through the other versions.
Press the MENU
ADJUST buttons
ENTER button.
are:
choices
OSe_
In the center column, write the name of each channel that you
can receive through your antenna or cable system. In the
right column, write down the number on _hich your VCR
receives that channel.
clock
channels
channels
button on the remote control. Press the
to select "First Time Set-Up." Press the
The "First Time Set-Up" menu appears on your screen. Press
the ADJUST buttons to select "Set VCR Plus+ Guides." Press
the ENTER button.
@
Plus
Guide
ooi
002
003
004
005
VCR
Channel
-'oof_002
003
004
005
You will see the "Set VCR Plus+ Guides" menu on your
screen. In the "Plus Guide" column on the left is a list of the
VCR Plus+ guide channel numbers (frora column 1 of your
worksheet),
and in the "BOX Channel" or "VCR Channel"
column on the right is a li,;t of the actual channels your VCR
receives in your home (from column 2 of your worksheet).
Beginning with number 001, check the number in the left
column of the VCR menu against the lei% ,:'olumn of your list.
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Plus Guide
001
002
003
004
005
VCR Channel
001
__oo2__
_o0_
004
005
006
_
Plus
If the number does not appear in the left column of your list,
press the ADJUJST buttons to move the cursor to the next
number.
0
If you find the number in the left colui:m of your list, press
the ADJUST buttons to place the cu_sor next to a VCR Plus+
guide number for the clhannel. For example, if you want to set
NBC, and if the VCR Plus+ guide charmel number ibr NBC is
"2," move the cursor next to "2." You may have to cycle
through a number of"screens"
before the higher number
guide channels are displayed on the sc:__een.
@
Use the number buttons to enter the actual VCR channel on
which you receive the station. For example, if your VCR
receives NBC on channel 23, enter the number "23" next to
the VCR Plus+ guide channel for NBC.
.s ¸ _:d_
Guide
VCR
OOl
003
0
006
-
002
SettingtheVCRPlus+GuideChannelNumbers(cont.)
Channel
o01
--_2_%03
_L_
004
004
005
005
006
006
Plus Guide
031
VCR
• For DSS ®channels simply enter the three digit number.
(The letter "S" will display next to the channel number.)
• If you are using a PRIMESTAR ®receiver, press the INPUT
button and then pre,;s the number buttons to select
PRIMESTAR channels. (The letter "S" will display next to
the channel number.)
• If you are using a cable box that the VCR cannot control,
enter the channel on which your cable box sends signals to
your VCR (usually channel 3 or 4).
Channel
031
032
0,32
035
036
035
036
, 033
l ram )llb
034
0'34
0
Repeat steps above for all numbers in the left column of the
VCR menu. If the numbers in the lef_ _nd right columns of
your chart are the same (indicated by _ check mark), leave
them the same in the VCR menu.
0
When you are finished, press the MENU button three times
to exit the menus. Your VCR can now use the PlusCode
numbers in your local listings to record shows from an antenna, a cable system, or a satellite receiver.
, Recording
Your new VCR offers a wide variety of recording options that take
full advantage
of our advanced electronics. This section tells you
about the following recording procedures:
• Recording a current broadcast,
• Programming
your VCR to record,
• Cancelling a recording in progress.
• Programming
with the VCR Plus+ system,
• Using One-Touch Recording (OTR),
• Using One Key Programming,
• Using Quick Program,
and
• Notes about programmed
recording.
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Recordinga currentbroadcast
Beforeyou begin,you needto knowhow:
• to view the picture coming from your VCR. (See page 23.)
To record
a TV program
that is; currently
tab intact
playing:
O
Load a tape with its erasure
into the VCR.
O
If you have not already done so, set the speed at which you
would like to record. (See "Selecting and adjusting the audio
and video functions" on page 35.)
O
Set the VCR's input to tuner. To do this, press the INPUT
button on the remote until the channel number shows onscreen or on the front panel display. (If you would like to
record channels from a Primestar
receNer, press the INPUT
button until the channel number with the :Primestar light
appears on the front panel display.)
O
Select the channel you would like to record by using the
CHANNEL button or the number buttons. (If you are using a
cable box that the VCR cannot control, select channel 3 or 4
on the VCR, and change the channel on the cable box, not on
the VCR.)
Press the record button (REC) on the remoLe control or the
record button (RECiOTR) on the front panel of the VCR.
Recording will start. When you reach the end cf the tape, the
VCR will automatically
rewind. You can stop recording at any
time by pressing the PLAY/STOP or PAUSE button on the remote
or the PLAY/STOP button on the front panel. To resume recording from STOP, press the REC or REC!OTR button. To resume
recording from PAUSE, press the PAUSE button. (You cannot use
the REC/OTR button to resume recording from PAUSE.)
_Important:
If you pause the VCR fi)r five minutes, recordii:g will stop automatically to protect the tape. If you record in extended play (EP),
you will only be able to play the tape on a VCR equipped for EP
play, such as this one. If you attempt to record on a tape that has
had its erasure prevent:ion tab :removed, the VCR will eject the
tape.
Programmingyour VCRto record
You can program your VCR to record with the ]lelp of Mitsubishi's
on-screen operating system. You can schedule up to eight recording "events" within a one month period.
Before you begin, you must:
• know how to view the picture coming
page 23) and
• have set the clock. (See page 27)
from your VCR; (See
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Recording(cont.)
To program
Your
are:
choices
_li[
LlJii;-llliW[
_Customize
First
IIi:_]
)I
O
Load a tape with its erasure
0
Press the MENU button on the remote control. The "VCR
Main Menu" appears on your screen. Use the ADJUST
buttons on the remote control to select "Program to record."
Press the ENTER button.
choices
Set-Up
Time
your VCR to record:
tab intact
into the VCR.
If there is at least one programmed
recording already entered,
you will see the "recap" screen. You can choose an empty
recording slot, or wait four seconds and the VCR will automatically choose the first empty slot.
Use
number
VCR
Day
Star_
Stop
ORecord
keys
PlusCode
to
enter
O
You will see the VCR Plus+ "Program to record" menu. (For
more information
on u,_ing the VCR P] as+ system to program
your VCR, see page 42) Press the ENTER button to skip this
screen.
O
You will see the "Program to record" menu. Press the ADJUST buttons to choose the channel you would like to record
(for example, channel 2). Press the ENTER button.
• If you are using a cable box that the VCR cannot control,
enter the channel number on which the cable box sends a
signal to your VCR (usually chant, el 3 or 4).
• If you wish to record from an extern _I source, press the
INPUT button or the ADJUST buttons until "Ext:ernal"
appears.
• If you are recording from a satellite receiver, you do not
need to select "L." Simply choose the channel you would
like to record (for example, channel 245.) The word "SAT"
will display next to the channel nun:her.
-time
time
speed
_)Channel
AUTO
_
,
/2
-ngna ,ay, 17-
Start
time
Stop
time
Record
speed
L>Important:
<_Channel
2
0 Day
[II]_._
Stop
Record
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Monday 17 ,
il)"lEl_
time
speed
The "Day" will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to choose the
day on which you want to record (for example, Monday the
seventeenth).
Press the ENTER button.
AUTO
AUTO
When selecting a day, your choices are: a s: ngle day up 1:oone
month away, every day from Monday throl:gh Friday, or the same
day every week. To prograra for every day from Monday through
Friday (to tape a soap opera, for example), press the ADJUST
buttons until "Monday-Friday"
appears. To program the same day
every week (to tape your favorite weekly shcom, for example),
nress the ADJUST buttons until "Every" and the desired day of
the week appear.
O
The hour numbers of the starting time, along with the am/pm
indicator, will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to set the
hour when you wish recording to start. Press the ENTER
button.
@
0 Channel
2
Honday
OStart
time
<_Record
OStart
<_Stop
CH DAY
2 MOlT
The hour numbers of the stop time, along with the am/pm
indicator, will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to set the
hour when you wish recording to stop. Press the ENTER
button.
0
The minute numbers of the stop time will flash. Press the
ADJUST buttons to set the minutes when you wish recording
to stop. Press the ENTER button.
@
Press the ADJUST buttons to set the recording speed (SP, EP,
or auto recording speed (AUTO)). (See "auto speed programming" on page 48 fi)r an explanation
of the auto speed recording feature.) Press the ENTER button.
@
The contents of the programmed
memory will appear on the
"recap" screen. The letter "S" will be displayed next to the
satellite channel.
@
To program additional
recording times, select an empty
program line by pressing the ADJUST buttons. Then, press
the ENTER button. You will return to the VCR Plus+ "Program to record" screen. Continue the pro,_amming
procedure
from step @.
AUTO
2
Honday 17
time
time
ll:30am
1 : 3_Opm
->,<-
ON
ll:30a
:
•
when you wish recording
ll:_Oam
speed
0 Channel
_)Day
the
0
2
Honday l?
ODay
time billflash. Press
T
speed
0 Channel
of the start
AUTO
0 Channel
2
0 Day
Honday 17
OStart
time
13:30_m
<_Record
numbers
ADJUST buttons to set the minutes
to start. Press the ENTER button.
\_7
Stop time
ORecord speed
The minute
--:
....
:
OFF
I:30pSP
:
SP
:--
SP
:
SP
_Important:
Only four of the eight program lines appear on.screen at any one
time. To see additional program lines, press the ADJUST buttons
to scroll the lines on the screen.
@
When you are finished with all programming,
turn the VCR
power OFF and make sure the programmed
recording light is
lit. However, if you have a cable box or a PRIMESTAR ®
receiver, leave it turned ON. Additionally,
if the HS-U270
does not control your cable box, leave the box tuned to the
station you wish to record.
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Rerording(cont.)
changingsettingswhileprogramming
If you wish to change one of your settings (such as start time)
while you are programming,
press the FNTER and CANCEL
button on the remote to select the setting you wish to change.
ENTER will move you forward through the list, while CANCEL
will move you backwards.
Then, use the ADJUST buttons to
change the setting.
_Important:
If you press the CANCEL button while r,he channel
flashing, you will cancel tile entire program.
number
is
Cancellinga recordingin progress
There
are two ways to cancel
a recording
in progress.
1. Press the PLAY/STOP button.
The recording is stopped, but
the program is not cancelled.
Therfore, if you press the REC or
REC/OTR button, the recording will start again.
2. Press the POWER button on the front panel.
stopped and the program is cancelled.
The recording
is
Programmingwith the VCR Plus+ system
The VCR Plus+ system allows you to program your VCR to record
by simply entering a PlusCode programraing
number. You can
find this number in TV Guide or (possibly) your local TV listings.
Beforeyoubegin,
• you need to know how to view the picture coming from your
VCR; (see page 23)
• you must have set the clock; (see page 27) and
• you must have set your VCR Plus+ Channel Guides. (See
page 36.)
O
Load a tape with its erasure
tab intact
into the VCR.
O
Press the MENU button on the remote control. The ';'VCR
Main Menu" appears on your screen. Use the ADJUST
buttons on the remote control to select "Program to record."
Press the ENTER button.
IF_,,=_-?_. .....
choices
Your
L_ _ i=]_
I ai':. !. Hi
are:
4mJi
Customize
_3_Firs%
Time
a(:Zo.][e)
g
choices
Se_-UP
If there is at least one programmed
recording already entered,
you will see the "recap" screen. You can choose an empty
recording slot, or wait fimr seconds and the VCR will[ automatically choose the fir:_t empty slot.
Use
42
number
keys zo
VCR PlusCode
5678 ....
enter
O
You will see the VCR Plus+ "Program to record" screen. Use
the number buttons on 1;he remote cont:,'ol to enter the
PlusCode number for the television show you want to record.
For example, if the PlusCode number for the program you
want to record is 5678, simply enter "5678."
VCR
PlusCode:
O
If you enter a number incorrectly,
press the CANCEL :button
on the remote control. When you have finished entering the
PlusCode number, press the ENTER button.
O
Use the ADJUST buttons to select whether you want to
record your program once. daily, or weekly.
• If you choose "Once," your VCR will only record the show
once.
• If you choose "Daily," your VCR will record the same
channel at the same time, Monday thr¢:,ugh Friday.
• If you choose "Weekly," your VCR will record the same
channel at the same time, on the same day, each week.
5678
0 Daily
0 Weekly
After you have made your choice, press the ENTER
_Important:
If two programmed
recording times overlap, the message, °_CR is
already programmed
for that time" will disph_y on the screen. You
will need to erase the previous; program before you can enter the
new one. If the code number you entered is "_'ong, the message,
"VCR PlusCode, Not a valid code" will display on the screen.
The program you have chosen to record will appear
"recap" format, and will flash for three seconds.
DE_n_-_r_--_, == ^_'_.. '
CH DAY
ON,
OFF
_-- 2 MOl7
ll:30a
.i
I:30PSP-
--.--
.....
:
:
SP
:
:
SP
SP
button.
in the
O
If you wish to change the record speed, press the ENTER
button repeatedly
until the record speed is; flashing. Change
the recording speed by pressing the ADJUST buttons. When
finished, press the ENTER button once more.
O
To program additional
recording times, select an empty
program line by pressing the ADJUST buttons. Then, press
the ENTER button. You will return to the VCR Plus+ "Program to record" screen. Continue the VCR Plus+ programming procedure from step O.
O
When you are finished with all programming,
turn the VCR
power OFF and make sure the programmed
recording l:[ght is
lit. However, if you have a cable box or a PRIMESTAR ®
receiver, leave it turned ON. Additionally,
if the HS-U270
does not control your cable box, leave the box tuned to tlhe
station you wish to record. If you want to cancel the programmed recording after it started, press the POWER button
on the front panel.
Using One-Touch Recording(OTR)
One-Touch Recording (also called OTR) is a way to begin recording immediately,
but have your' VCR stop recording and turn off
automatically
after your show is over.
Beforeyou begin,you needto knowhow:
• to view the picture coming from your VCR. (See page 23.)
Load a tape with its erasure
tab intact
into the VCR.
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
Recording(cont.)
0
If you have not already done so, set the, speed at which you
would like to record. (See "Selecting and adjusting the audio
and video functions" on page 35.)
0
Set the
button
screen
record
button
appears
0
Use the CHANNEL buttons or the number
the channel you would like to record.
VCR's input to tuner. To do thi_, press the INPUT
on the remote until the channel number shows onor on the front panel display. (If you would like to
channels from a Primestar
rec.eiver, press the INPUT
until the channel number with l_he Primestar
light
on the front panel display.)
buttons
to select
If you are using a cable box that the VC,R does not control,
select channel 3 or 4 on the VCR, ancl change the channel on
the cable box.
O
Press the REC/OTR button on the front panel twice. The first
time you press the button, recording will begin. The second
time you press the button, 30 minutes :is added to the OTR
timer, which is displayed on the front panel.
O
Press the REC/OTR button for each 30 minutes you want to
add to the OTR timer, _Lpto 4 hours. If you press the button
10 times, you will see the word "End" o1_the front panel
display. The VCR will record until th,_ end of the tape. If you
press the button an eleventh time, the VCR will resume
normal recording.
The OTR timer will begin to count down. When it reaches zero,
the VCR will stop recording and turn off. If you have previously
programmed
your VCR to record, the VCR will be ready to record
what you've programmed.
If the end of the _;ape is reached before
OTR is finished, the VCR will stop and the power will turn off.
_Important:
If you attempt to record on a tape that has had its erasure
vention tab removed, the VCR will eject the tape.
pre-
Ifyou programtoo much time into the 0TR timer,
continue pressing the REC/OTR button. You will "cycle" around
once you have reached the 4-hour point. You can start over,
adding time in 30 minute intervals.
howOTRaffectsothercontrols
If you press the PAUSE button during OTR, the VCR will pause
recording, but the OTR timc_r continues to c_unt down.
If you press the PLAY/STOP
OTR programming.
button
durir_g OTR, you erase the
You cannot use the REC/OTR button on the front panel to resume
recording from the record-pause
mode.
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Using One Key Programming
One Key Programming
is a programming
reel;hod that is simple
to use and easy to learn, without using the remote control.
Before you begin,
• you need to know how to view the picture coming from your
VCR; (see page 23) and
• you must have set the dock. (See pa_:e 27.)
To use One-Key
ODay
(_S_arZ
S_op
0 Record
O
Load a tape with its erasure
O
Press the ONE KEY PROGRAM button. (If you have not set
the time, the "Set the clock" menu will appear. Set the clock,
and then proceed.) If there is already a program in the VCR's
memory, you will see the "recap" screen You can use the ONE
KEY PROGRAM button to select an empty programming
slot,
or you can wait 4 seconds for the VCR to automatically
select
an empty slot.
O
You will see the "Program to record" screen. Press the ONE
KEY PROGRAM button until the channel you would like to
record (for example, channel 2) appears. Then, wait for 4
seconds. The "Day;' will be highlighted.
(If you are recording
from a cable box that the VCR cannot control, set the channel
to 3 or 4, whichever the cable box sends signals on.)
-zime
%ime
speed
AUTO
E>Important:
0 Start
0 Stop
Record
_
--_nd?y
time
zime
speed
Stop
Record
2
Monday
->
Zime
speed
into the VCR.
press the ONE KEY
Press the ONE KEY PROGRAM button to choose the day you
would like to record (for example, Monday the seventeenth).
Then, wait for 4 seconds. The hours of the starting time will
flash.
AUTO
@ Channel
ODay
2
fV--
tab intact
If you wish to record from an external source,
PROGRAM button until "External" appears.
O
Channel
Programming:
17
i.
,
Press the ONE KEY PROGRAM button to choose the hour
when you wish recording to start. Then, w_it for 4 seconds.
The minute numbers will begin to flash.
/i
AUTO
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR
0 Channel
Recording(cont.)
Press the ONE KEY PROGRAM button to choose the minute
when you wish recording to start. Then, wait for 4 seconds.
The word "Stop t_me L. highlighted•
2
0 Day
Monday
0 Stop
time
Record
speed
_7
AUTO
eoonds
Press
O Channel
0 Day
OStart _ime
the ONE KEY PROGRAM
butt.on to choose the hour
when you wish recording to stop. Then, wait for 4 seconds.
The minute numbers will begin to flash.
2
Monday 17
l_:30_m
ORecord
sPeed
"_o_a_
Q
0 Channel
ODay
OS%arZ
ORecord
Monday
Zime
speed
2
17
ll_Oam
l÷30P_m
AUtO
@) Press the ONE KEY PROGRAM buttor to set the recording
speed. After 4 seconds, the menus will turn off.
@
_)Channel
2
<_Day
Monday
17
<_Szart
l_ime
ii :30am
0 Sloop
Zime
Press the ONE KEY PROGRAM button:, to choose the minute
when you wish recording to stop. Then, wait for 4 seconds.
The record speed will flash.
I :3,0pro
When you are finished with all programming,
turn the VCR
power OFF and make sure the programmed
recording light is
lit. However, if you haw_ a cable box, or a PRIMEST_R ®
receiver leave it turned ON. Additionally,
if the HS-U270 does
not control your cable box, leave the box tuned to the station
you wish to record.
The VCR is ready
to record
what you've programmed.
changingsettingswhileprogramming
If you make a mistake
@
when using One Key Program:
Press the FF or REW buttons on the front panel to select the
setting you wish to change. Pressing the FF button will move
you forward, while pressing the REW button will move you
backward.
If you wish to use the remot_ control, you can use
ENTER to move forward or CANCEL tc move backward.
Once you have chosen a setting, you ca_:. change it by"using
the PLAY/STOP button on the front panel or the ADJUST
buttons on the remote control.
@) Once you have corrected the setting, press the FF button
press the ENTER button to resume you: place.
_>Important:
46
or
If you press CANCEL or REW while the ch_.nnel number is
flashing, you will cancel the entire program
If you want to stop
using One Key Programming
before complel:ing the prog_:amming,
press the MENU button on the remote conU'ol.
Using Quick Program
Quick Program is an exclusive Mitsubishi feature that simplifies
the process of programming
your VCR to record. When you press
the QUICK PROGRAI_I!VCR Plus+ button on the remote control,
you will immediately
see the VCR Plus+ "ProlFam to record"
menu and can begin programming
right away.
You can use this feature even when the VCR :is stopped, playing,
recording, fast forwarding,
rewinding, or off. However, the
QUICK PROGRAM/VCR
Plu_+ button does n_t function during
One Key Programming.
To use quick program:
O
Use
numbeF
keys
_o
VCR
PlusCode
en%er
Press the QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+ button on the
remote control. If the VCR is off, it will tu:rn on. After tuning
your TV to the correct channel or input, you will see the
VCR Plus+ "Program to record" screen.
If the VCR's memory is full, you will see the recap screen
(left) instead of the VCR Plus+ "Program to record" screen.
You will need to use the C._NCEL button '_oerase an entry
before you can add another one.
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_
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Complete programming
as described in "Programming
your
VCR to record," or "Programming
with the VCR Plus+ system." When you are finished, press the QUICK PROGRAM/
VCR Plus+ button again. If the VCR is stopped, it will turn off
and be ready to record your program at a later time. If 1;he
VCR is playing, recording, fast forwarding or rewinding, the
menus will turn off, but the VCR power will remain on.
When you are finished with all programming,
be sure the
VCR power is OFF and the programmed
recording light is lit.
However, if you have a cable box or a PRIMESTAR ® receiver,
leave it turned ON. Additionally,
if the HS-U270 does not
control your cable box, leave the box tuned to the station you
wish to record.
_Important:
If you press the QUICK PROGRAM/VCR
Plus+ button,
clock is not set, you will see the "Set the clock" menu.
but the
Notes aboutprogrammedrecording
_Important:
You cannot use the VCR when the programmed
recording light is
lit. If you want to use the VCR before programmed
recordinlg
begins, press the POWER button on the remote once. This turns
the programmed
recording light off and the VCR on.
If you use the POWER button on the front p_.ne.l for this purpose,
you will have to press it twice. Pressing it once turns off the
programmed
recording light; pressing it a second time turns the
VCR on.
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Recording(cont.)
When you are finished
again, either with the
POWER button on the
recording light is back
using the VCR, turn the VCR power off
POWER button on the remote or the
front panel. Make sure the programmed
on.
After a program has been recorded, the VCR memory is cleared
(unless you have scheduled the VCR to record the program every
day or every week)
If there is already a program in the VCR's memory, you will see
the "recap" screen when you bring up the _aenus for programming
to record (unless you are programming
with the QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+ button). If the VCR's memory is full, you must
erase a program before you can enter a new one.
If a tape runs out during programmed
recording, the VCR ejects
the tape and the programmed
recording light and the tape status
symbol will flash. Load a new tape and press the REC button. The
VCR will resume recording. Do not ow_rlap the recording times
you program.
_Important:
Remember
that when your VCR is off, it may also be in stand-by
for programmed
recording. Also remember
that the VCR, when
programmed,
will record over the next section of tape. So, to avoid
recording over tapes you want to save, remember
that the VCR
automatically
shuts off during OTR recording and auto power
saving.
Your VCR will not record over a tape that has the erasure prevention tab removed (see "Preventing
accidental
erasure")..All
rental
movies have this tab removed, so they are _;afe from being accidentally erased.
auto speedprogramming
Use auto speed programming
if you want to record as much of the
program as possible in standard
play (SP) speed, but you want
the VCR to automatically
switch to extended play (EP) if there is
not enough tape left.
Auto speed programming
is only available in one programming
slot. In the first slot, the recording speed is automatically
set to
AUTO. If you want to use auto speed pro_.amming
in this programming
slot, you don't need to change arything.
_Important:
Make sure that the "Tape" video function matches the kind of
tape you are using. (See "Selecting and adjusting the audio and
video functions" on page 35.)
Set the time for recording to end a minute
program's scheduled broadcast time.
or two beyond the
While using auto speed programming,
the picture may vibrate or
the sound may be muted when the recording speed switches to
extended play (EP).
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programmingTVprogramsthatendon the dayafter
If you want to start the recording at 11:00 Phi and end it at 2:00
AM the next day, simply set the start time to 11:00 PM on the
recording start day and the end time to 2:00 AM. There is no need
to change the day of the week.
skippingprograms
If you have already entered a program into your VCR's memory,
you can skip the program without going into 1;he VCR's menus.
Simply press the POWER button on the front panel once. The
programmed
recording light will turn off, and the program will be
skipped. If you decide not to skip the program, press the POWER
button on the front panel twice; the programraed
recording light
will light up again.
changingprogrammedrecordingsettings
If you want to change
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Press
the MENU
will turn
screen.
CH DAY
2 MOI7
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.....
ON
OFF
ll:30a
I:30pSP
9:00pIO:OOpEP
:
:
SP
--:
....
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the programmed
button
recording
on the remote
control.
settings:
Your VCR
on and the "VCR Main Menu" will appear
on your
O
Press
Press
O
Press the ADJUST buttons to place the cursor next to the
program you wish to change. Press the ENTER button. You
will see the "Program to record" menu.
O
Repeatedly
press the ENTER button to select the item you
wish to change. Use the ADJUST buttons to change it.
O
Use the MENU button to turn off the menus. Then, use the
POWER button to turn off' the VCR. Make sure the programmed recording light is on.
SP
the ADJUST buttons to select "Pr%_am to record."
the ENTER button. You'll see the "recap" screen.
cancelinga programmedrecording
0
CH DAY
2 HOlT
i0 TH20
.....
ON
OFF
ll:30a
I:30PSP
9:00PIO:OOpEP
:
:
:
:
SP
SP
Press the MENU button on the remote control. Your VCR will
turn on and the '%CR Main Menu" appears on your screen.
Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote control to select
"Program to record" Press the ENTER bubton.
You will see the "recap" screen. Use the ADJUST buttons
place the cursor next to the program you wish to cancel.
Press
the CANCEL
button.
The program
to
i _ erased.
Press the MENU button once to return to Lhe VCR Main
Menu; press it again to turn offthe menus.
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Recording(cont.)
loadinga tapefor programming
If, after programming,
you forget to load a tape, or if you load a
tape with its erasure tab removed, then the )rogrammed
recording light and the tape status symbol will fla_.h. A tape without an
erasure tab will be ejected. _b correct this: load a tape with its
erasure tab intact, and turn offthe VCR.
using the satellite receiver
If you are using a RCA
automatically
turn the
programmed
recording.
PRIMESTAR ® receiver,
before the programmed
or Sony satellite receiver, your VCR can
receiver on and off when it is time for a
However, if you are using a
you will have to turn the receive:: on
recording begins.
Before turning off the VCR to put your VC,R in stand-by fbr
recording, make sure that the satellite receiver' menu turns off.
memorybackup
If the VCR is without power for 30 second;s _:,rless, it will retain
the time and the programmed
settings, provided the VCR has
been plugged in for at least an hour beforehand.
If the power is
lost for more than 30 seconds, the time and _he programmed
settings will be lost.
5O
A
Os[ngth-eFOUR
,dvancedFeatures
CHAPTER
Now that you've learned about the basic operation of your VCR,
you're ready to discover its advanced features. You'll find information on:
$
Using the AdvancedPlayback Controls
$
Displayingthe RemainingTime and the Present Time
$
SearchingTechniques
$
Using the AdvancedOptions
Makinga Copy of a Tape
0
Using Child Lock
Before you use the advanced features, you shoald be familiar with
all of the VCR's basic operations,
including Viewing a picture
coming from your VCR (page 23), playing back a tape (page 25),
using the menus (page 26), and recording (page 38). If you find
any of the information
in this section confusing, you may want to
review the previous chapters.
Usingthe AdvancedPlaybackControls
In this section, you'll discover ,;ome of the advanced
features of your VCR. These include:
• Using special effects,
• Adjusting the tracking, and
• Using the time counter.
playback
Using special effects
You can use the FF and REW buttons to control
speed of the tape in a step-by-step
method.
the playback
usingthe FFand REWbuttons to controlthe playbackspeed
O
While the VCR is playing a tape, press t:he PAUSE button
the remote control to freeze the picture on the screen.
O
Press the FF or REW button. Each press orthe FF button
changes the playback speed by one step :in the forward direction. Each press of the REW button changes the speed by one
step in the reverse direction. (See the charL on the next page.)
To resume
_Important:
normal
playback,
press the
PLAY/STOP
on
button.
After about five minutes in the still or slow-motion mode, the
VCR will automatically
stop to avoid damage to the tape.
Depending
on the type of TV you are using, the picture
vibrate vertically when you pause the VCR's p:[cture.
may
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Usingthe AdvancerlPlaybackControls(cont.)
High speed search (EP mode only)
Speed search
Press REW button
>
>
/
Playback
1/5 slow-motion
1/10 slow-motion
playback
playback
1/30 slow-motion playback
Still
1/30 reverse slow-motion
,_
,
playback
1/10 reverse stow-motion playback
1/5 reverse slow-motion playback
I
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Reverse playback
]---
Reverse fast playback
I
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/
Press
/
Pre,,
FF button
I
Reverse speed search
Reverse high s-"_d _
_
_
_
|
'_
using stilladjustment
Sometimes during still frame, the picture may vibrate
To correct this problem, press the CHANNEL buttons
panel. (Side-to-side
,Abration cannot be corrected.)
or shake.
on the front
using two timesplayback
You can see the contents of the videotape in double speed playback. While the VCR is playing a tape, press the INPUT button
on the remote control. You'll see the picture in double speed
playback. A certain amount of"noise" in the picture is normal. To
resume normal playback, press the PLAY!STOP button.
Adjustingthe tracking
automatictracking
D (digital tracking) light
t
I-I "1I'1 I'1 I'1
II .1_ I.I =1.1I.I s °
sP
rt_
_Important:
Your VCR automatically
adjusts the tape to give you the best
quality picture. When you press the PLAY/STOP button, the
DIGITAL TRACKING light (D) will flash, showing that the VCR
is adjusting the picture. When the VCR has finished adjusting the
picture, the DIGITAL TRAC, KING light will shine steadily.
A certain amount of "noise" in the picture
VCR is tracking a tape.
is normal
while the
manualtracking
From time to time, you might play a tape that has excess "noise"
in the picture (often looking like vibration or interference
at the
top or bottom of the screen). To correct the picture, you will have
to manually track the tape.
O
While the tape is playing, press the CHANNEL buttons on
the front panel until the picture is clear of excess "noise."
To continue
CHANNEL
also resume
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automatic
tracking, press both front panel
buttons at the same time. Automatic tracking
when you eject the tape.
will
slowtracking
Slow tracking is used to adjust the playback quality during slow
motion playback and still frame. You can only use slow tracking if
your tape was recorded in extended play (EP) speed. To adjust the
slow tracking, put a tape into slow motion, then press the CHANNEL buttons on the front panel of the VCR until the best picture
is obtained.
Using the time counter
Your VCR has a time counter
Time counter
I
i
II .ill II I.I
I I.f. I I=lf I.Is
o
sP
tape has run
useful when
counter will
or when the
that
shows the amount
oftirne
the
in hours_, minutes, and seconds. This counter is
you want to find specific points oa a tape. The
not work with blank tapes, on blank sections of tape,
VCR's power is off.
settingthe counter
To set the counter to "0H00M00S,"
press the C_2qCEL button on
the remote control. (You cannot reset the counter if the VCR
channel number is being displayed on the r[_r or if you are using
the VCR's menus.)
Your VCR will automatically
reset the counter to "0H00M00S"
when you load a tape into the VCR. It will display "- H M S"
when there is no tape in the VCR.
€ Displayingthe RemainingTimeand the PresentTime
This sections explains displaying
the remaining; time and present time.
Displayingthe time gauge and the remainingtime
The time gauge is a graphic representation
of your position on a
video tape. The left side of the gauge is the start (S) of the tape,
and the right side is the end (E) of the tape. For a T-120 length
tape, played at standard
(SP) speed, each mark on the gauge
represents
about 15 minutes. The remaining
1;ime display shows
the time, in hours and minutes, left until the end of a tape.
Time gauge
VCR
Sto_
REM
z : 40 -Oh2OmOOs
Tape remaming display
Tape remaining display
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The timegaugeand the remainingtimeautomatically'
appear:
during fast forward and rewind (from a stopped tape), during
index searches, and counter zero stop.
You can turn off"the time gauge and the reraaining
pressing the DISPLAY button twice.
time by
To makethetimegaugeandthe remainingtimeappear:
Press the DISPLAY button once. The time gauge and remaining
time will appear on the TV screen, and the remaining time will
appear on the fluorescent
display. They will disappear
after four
seconds when playing a tape. To turn off the display, press the
DISPLAY button twice.
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_>Important:
DisplayingtheRemainingTimeandthe Present"rime(cont,)
The time gauge and remaining
time work by detecting control
signals on recorded tapes. They will therefore not function with
tapes that have not yet been recorded. Also, you must have set
the "Tape" video function correctly.
Depending
on the length of the tape being used, it may take a
moment for the display to appear.
The
time
and
you
you
tape remaining
display may not show tile correct remaining
if the tape function is incorrectly set (see "Using the Audio
Video Functions"
on page 34), if you arc! using speed search, if
are using a special length cassette (suc}= as T-10 length), or if
are using a cassette with an adapter.
Displayingthe presenttime
VCR
The present time display on the fluorescent display panel or on
the TV screen shows the CU_Tent time. If you have not set the
clock, or if there has been a power failure of longer than 130
seconds, the display will show - : - -. The current time will be
displayed when the VCR is off. To see the current time when the
VCR is on:
StoP
S[71-2_J"_-7E
Sun
'7 : 30p-Oh2OmOSs
Present time display
Present time display
O
I
IP_I ._'l
I'l
Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control
counter will be replaced by the present 15me.
twice. The
"1 "1sP
To turn off the present
time, press DISt'LAY
once.
SearchingTechniques
The VCR lets you search through a tape in a number
These include:
• Quick searching,
• Speed searching,
• Using counter zero stop, and
• Index search techniques.
of ways.
Quick searching
This feature lets you skip over the tape you are playing in about
30 second intervals.
It is designed so that you can quickly speed
through any commercials
you may have recorded. To do this:
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O
Make sure that you have set the TV/VCR slide switch on the
remote control to the '%CR" position.
O
While playing a tape, choose the desired search time by
pressing the number button. (See the chart on the next page.)
The VCR will speed through the selected length of tape, then
resume playback.
You
Number
button
1
2
3
4
Search
time
30
sec.
60
sec.
90
sec.
120
sec.
set the search
time
can
5
15(
sec
up to 3 minutes.
Speedsearching
You can use speed search to visually
of a videotape. To do this:
_>Important:
search
through
the contents
O
While playing a tape, press the FF or RFW button. You will
see the picture as it fast forwards or rewinds. It is normal to
see some "noise bars."
O
If you are playing back a tape recorded in extended (EP)
speed, press the FF or REW button and hcld it down for about
1 second. The search speed will increase. (In case of a tape
recorded in standard
(SP), the speed will not change.)
O
To resume normal playback,
or press PLAY/STOP.
press FF or F,EW again quickly,
The fastest search speed that allows you to see the picture is
about 15 times normal speed. Using fast forward or rewind
without the picture allows you to search up to 200 times normal
speed. The fastest way to move through the tape is without a
picture. It is normal for the number of noise bars on the screen to
increase and roll from top to bottom as the _dsual search speed
increases.
Using counter zero stop
Counter zero stop is useful to quickly access to the beginning of a
recorded or playback section of a tape. The VCR will automatically fast forward or rewind to "0H00._00S" and stop the tape.
VCR
Counter
zero
_]_--ADJUST
s_op
to select
O
Press the CANCEL button on the remote control at the point
you wish to locate later. The counter will reset to "0H00M00S."
O
When you wish to return to the point spedfied in step _,
press the AUDIO/VIDEO
button on the remote control. The
function menu appears on your screen. Press the AUDIO/
VIDEO button until the counter zero stop function appears.
Press
the ADJUST
+ button
The VCR will automatically
and then stop.
to start
search
the c_unter
to the counter
zero stop.
"0H00M00S"
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SearchingTechniques(cont.)
Index searchtechniques
Index search is a way to find specific points on a tape. Before
using index search, index marks are placed at important
places
on a tape. Then, index search is used to find these marks. Index
marks are added automatically
whenever your VCR starts a new
recording; you can also add index marks manually at any point
during recording.
automaticindexmarks
Whenever recording is begun from the STOP mode, an index
mark is automatically
added to the tape. The on-screen message
will indicate that the mark is being recorded.
_Important:
Index marks are not added when you press :PAUSE to begin
recording from the record-pause
mode.
manualindexmarks
To add an index mark yourself, press the REC button
remote control while a tape is recording.
_Important:
Index marks
To search
VCR
Index
search
_]_--ADJUST
VCR
far
Looking
index+
Zo
must be added
for an index
at least one minute
on the
apart.
mark::
O
Press the AUDIO/VIDEO
button on the remote control. The
function menu appears on your screen. :Press the AUDIO/
VIDEO button until the index search function appears.
O
Press the ADJUST + button to start th_ index search a
forward search; press the ADJUSTb_tton to begin a search
in the reverse direction. The VCR will fhst forward or rewind
and index search display (below left) will appear on the TV.
Once the VCR finds an index mark, it; will begin pla_dng back
the tape from that point.
O
You can press the plus (+) or minus (--) buttons up
to search for that many index marks. For example,
third index mark ahead, press the plus (+) button
The on-screen display will count down the number
to be passed before playback begins.
select
i
S[T
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REM
1:40
Oh2OmO8s
To cancel index search,
to 19 times
to find the
three times.
of marks
press PLAY/STOP.
Usingthe AdvancedOptions
You can make some optional setup choices. This section explains:
• Using the auto daylight saving time,
• Using the auto power saving (auto-o:_, and
• Setting the RF converter.
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Using the auto daylightsaving time
When you set the daylight saving time setting to on, your VCR
will automatically
adjust the clock for Daylight Saving Time.
[>Important:
Your
choices
are:
_Prosram
1;o record
First
Time
Set-UP
With the auto daylight saving time is ON, your VCR will automatically change the clock from 2 AM to 3 AM on first Sunday in
April, and change from 3 AM back to 2 AM on last Sunday in
October. Remember
that when you programmed
on these days,
your recording length may be affected because the VCR clock
automatically
changes.
To use the auto daylight
O
saving time:
Press the MENU button on the remote
Main Menu" appears on your TV.
Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote
choices." Press the ENTER button.
OVideo
mute
control.
The "VCR
to select "Customize
(ON)
Auto power
save
RF converter
(OFF)
(OFF)
(ON )
E>Important:
O
The "Customize choices" me.nu will appear. Use the ADJUST
buttons to select "Auto D.S.T." Then, press the ENTER button
to select ON.
O
Press the MENU button once to return to the "VCR Main
Menu;" press the MENU button a second time to turn off the
menus.
Do not use this feature if you live in an area that does not observe
daylight savings time, ,_uch as Arizona, Indiana, or Hawaii.
Using the auto powersaving (auto-off)
With Auto power save on, your VCR will automatically
after 30 minutes if you are not using any of the buttons
control or there is no cassette loaded into the VCR.
turn off
and
To use the auto power saving:
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Press the MENU button on the remote
Main Menu" appears on your TV.
Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote
choices" and press the ENTER button.
Video
mute
(ON
)
Auto D.S.T.
(OFF)
RF
(OFF)
(ON)
converter
con:rol.
The '_¢CR
to select "Customize
The "Customize
choices" menu will appear Use the ADJUST
buttons to select "Auto power save." Then, press the ENTER
button to set to ON.
Press the MENU button once to return to the '_v'CR Maim
Menu;" press the IVIENU button a second t:me to turn off the
menus.
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_>Important:
UsingtheAdvancedOptions(cont.)
When you are viewing broadcast
stations through VCR, the words
"3minutes-->Power
off' will ;appear on TV screen three minutes
before the VCR power turns off. The display will count down the
number of minutes until the VCR turns off. If you want to continue using VCR, load a cassette or press any of the buttons.
Settingthe RF converter
If you are using an older TV without aud!Lo and video inputs, the
RF converter will need to be set to ON. The setting "RF converter" of the "Customize choices" menu is preset by the factory to
ON. If you are using a modern TV with both Audio and Video
inputs, you will need to set the RF conveYtc r to OFF.
Your
choices
are:
_Program
II'][Ibj[I]l[_;_
Iq[I]
First
"1;o record
I !|
I_(;IIl]
Time
I_1_
To set the RF converter:
11_
Sez-Up
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Press the MENU button on the remote
Main Menu" appears on your TV.
Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote
choices." Press the ENTER button.
Video
mu_e
Au%o D.S.T.
Auto power
save
(ON)
(OFF)
(OFF)
(ON )
The ':_VCR
to select "Customize
@) The "Customize choices" menu will apgear. Use the ADJUST
buttons to select "RF converter." Then, press the ENTER
button to set the RF converter to ON or OFF.
0
_Important:
control.
Press the MEN[i[ button once to return to the '_VCR Main
Menu;" press the MENU button a second time to turn off the
menus.
If the "RF converter" is set to ON, you don't need to press the
VCR/TV button when viewing tapes. The "VCR" light will automatically light up when you press the PLAY/STOP button.
Makinga Copyof a Tape
There are two basic', ways to make a copy o:_a tape. One way is to
use the HS-U270 to play a tape and use another VCR to record.
The other way is to use another VCR to play a tape and the
HS-U270 to record.
Whichever method you choose, you will need one RCA audio cable
and one RCA video cable to connect the two VCRs. If you do not
have these cables, r_hey are available at your local electronics
retailer. In this section you'll learn:
• Using your HS-U270 to record from another VCR, and
• Using your HS-U270 to play back to another VCR.
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Using your HS-U270to recordfrom another VCR
HS-U270
[ PLAYBACK
[RECORDING]
I
tt
OUT
VIDEO OUT---_I---AUDIO
O
O
O
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Connect one RCA audio cable to the AUDIO
OUTPUT terminal on the other VCR.
Connect the other end of this cable to the
AUDIO INPUT terminal on the HS-U270
(labeled AUDIO IN.)
Connect a video cable to the VIDEO OUTPUT terminal on the playback VCR. Connect the other end of this cable to the
VIDEO INPUT terminal on the HS-U270
(labeled VIDEO IN).
Use the INPUT button to set the HS-U270
to External. ("L" will be displayed on the
fluorescent display.)
Put a blank tape into the HS-U270
where you want to begin recording.
PLAY/STOP.
O
Put the tape you want to copy into the
other VCR and find the place from which
you want to begin cop._4ng. Press STOP.
O
On the HS-U270,
then PAUSE.
O
On the other VCR, press PLAY, then
PAUSE.
O
Release the PAUSE
at the same time.
O
When finished, press PLAY/STOP
STOP) on both VCRs.
press REC or REC/OTR,
button
on both VCRs
(or
and find
Press
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Makinga Copyof a Tape(cont.)
Using your HS-U270to play back to anotherVCR
[RECORDING 1
imm_i=
m
I PLAYBACK J
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AUDIO OLIT--
VIDEO IN-__-----AUDIO
HS-U270
--VIDEO
OUT
IN
O
Connect one RCA audio cable to the AUDIO INPUT terminal on the other VCR.
Connect the other end of this cable to the
AUDIO OUTPUT terminal on the HS-U270
(labeled AUDIO OUT).
O
Connect a video cable
terminal on the other
other end of this cable
OUTPUT terminal on
beled VIDEO OUT).
O
On the other VCR, p::ess record
and then PAUSE.
to the VIDEO INPUT
VCR. Connect the
to the VIDEO
the HS-U270 (la-
O
Set the input of the other VCR to "External."
O
Put a blank tape into the other VCR and
find the place where you want to begin
recording. Press STOP.
Put the tape you want to copy into the
HS-U270 and find the place from which
you want to begin copying. Press ]PLAY/
STOP.
On the HS-U270,
then PAUSE.
press
Release the PAUSE
at the same time.
O
(REC),
PLAY/STOP
outton
and
on both VCRs
Pres,; PLAY/STOP (or STOP) on both
VCRs when you are finished.
UsingChildLock
The child lock feature
lock the VCR:
LOCK light
I
L0_
II _111 II I.I
I.I .I.I.I .I.I I_1s
"1 "1sP
O
prevents
others
from using your VCR. To
Press and hold down the DISPLAY button on the reraote
control for about 8 seconds. The LOCK light on the fluorescent display will light up.
To cancel the child lock, press and hold down the DISPLAY
button for about. 8 seconds, until the LOCK light goes out.
[:>Important:
6O
You can lock the VCR with the power off', even if the VCR is
standing by for a programmed
recording. If you lock the VCR with
no cassette in it, the VCR will not accept a cassette.
CHAPTER
FIVE
Troubleshooting
Problems
The VCR won't turn
on.
PossibleSolutions
ForMoreInformation
•
Check the power cord and the AC outlet.
Is the LOCK light ON? If so, press and hold
the DISPLAY button for more than 8 seconds
until the LOCK light disappears.
See Chapter 1, "Getting
Know Your VCR."
Turn offthe VCR, unplug the power cord and
then plug it again after leaving the VCR offfor
about 2 minutes.
Is the LOCK light ON? If so, press and hold
the DISPLAY button for more than 8 seconds
until the LOCK light disappears.
See Chapter
Your VCR."
3, "Operating
I
The VCR power is on but
no controls work.
•
•
to
You can't see the VCR's
picture on your TV.
•
•
Check the TV's input setting.
Check to see that your VCR is not set 1.o"L."
See Chapter
Yc,ui VCR."
3, "Operating
Poor picture when watching the VCR's tuner on your
TV.
•
•
Check the video channel setting.
Check your TV's fine tuning.
See Chapter
Youi VCR."
3, "Operating
VCR REC button
function.
•
Check the erasure
cassette.
See Chapter
Youi VCR."
3, "Operating
•
•
Check the hook-up.
Check to see if your TV is set to the correct
channel or input.
See Chapter 2, "Connecting Your VCR" or Chapter
3, "C perating Your VCR."
•
Check the VCR tuning.
Check the input selection on the VCR. Does
the front panel display show "L'? If so, you
must switch it to tuner by pressing the INPUT
button.
See Chapter
Your VCR."
3, "Operating
•
Check that the programmed
lights up on the fluorescent
Check the clock time.
recording
display.
See Chapter
You1 VCR."
3, "Operating
Adjust
No picture
recording.
doesn't
during
VCR does not record
TV.
The VCR timer recording
does not operate.
•
prevention
light
Noise in the picture.
•
Check the tracking
necessary.
Playback
"snow)-".
•
•
•
Try automatic
head cleaning.
Clean the video head using a dry-type video
head cleaning cassette.
Do not use a wet-type
cleaing cassette, as it may damage your VCR.
Excessive use of a cleanng cassette could
shorten head life. Be sure to follow the
cleaning instructions
carefully.
Have your VCR video heads cleaned by a
qualified service technician.
See Chapter
Your VCR."
3, "Operating
Check to
VCR and
Check to
set to the
See Chapter
Your VCR."
3, "Operating
is noisy or
•
VCR remote
function.
does not
•
•
control.
tab on the
manually
see that the remote modes of your
your remote are correctly set.
see that the TV/VCR slide switch is
correct position.
if
See Chapter 4, "Using
Advanced Features."
the
61
Problems
PossibleSolutions
TV screen blanks out for a
fraction of a second when
you press the VCR PLAY/
STOP button.
Your converter box or
satellite receiver does not
respond to any signals from
the VCR's Remote Control
Transmitter
(the small
window on top of the VCR).
When you are playing a tape or you are seeing
the on-screen menu using Active A/V Network,
TV screen blanks out for a fraction of a second.
This is normal and will not harm either the TV
and VCR.
•
•
•
Try moving the cable box so that there is a
clear line of sight between the transmitter
and
the box's remote sensor.
Sometimes
a cable box needs to be set by the
cable company to receive signals. Contact your
cable company.
You may need to connect a cable (part number,
"KIT-CBC" or "INFRARED
EMITTER" to the
CONVERTER
BOX CONTROL terminal
on
the rear of the VCR. Contact your Mitsubishi
dealer for more help.
DSS ® is a registered trademark of DirecTV, Inc.
PRIMESTAR ® is a registered trademark of PrimeStar
62
ForMoreInformation
Partners,
Inc.
See Chapter
Your VCR."
3, "Operating
A
Index
A
A/V Network:
connecting
........................
terminals
..........................
adding channels ..................
antenna
connecting
........................
terminals
..........................
audio
connecting a TV with
inputs ............................
function button ..................
input terminals
................
using functions .................
auto speed programming
....
18
10
32
11
10
16
9
10
34
48
B
batteries
installing
..........................
20
DSS ® or PRIMESTAR ®
receiver ..........................
satellite .............................
television ..........................
UHF/VHF antennas
........
converter box
control terminal
...............
transmitter
.........................
16
16
14
13
button
...................................
video terminals
.................
installing
copying a tape ..................... 58
counter display ......................
7
counter, time .......................
53
counter zero stop ................. 55
D
daylight savings time .... 28, 57
deleting channels ................ 32
digital tracking (DTR) light .. 7
display button .......................
9
dubbing ................................
58
cable box
code numbers ................... 31
connecting
........................
12
cable, connecting ................. 11
cancel button .........................
8
canceling programmed
recording .....................................
49
cassette slot ...........................
6
changing programmed
settings .............................
49
changing settings while
programming
............. 42, 46
channel buttons .................. 7,9
channel display ..................... 8
channels
eject button ............................
7
enter button ...........................
9
erasure, preventing
tape .... 24
espafiol .................................
26
selecting ...........................
VCR Plus+ guides ............
child lock .............................
cleaning, head .....................
clock, setting ........................
Connecting Your VCR .........
connecting
A/V Network ....................
antenna ................ 11, 12,
cable .................................
cable box ...........................
33
36
60
24
27
11
18
13
11
12
F
fast forward button ........... 6, 9
fast forwarding .................... 25
features, advanced .............. 51
fluorescent
display ............... 7
franqais ................................
26
Front Panel Buttons and
Functions
...........................
6
G
36
H
head
cleaning
......................
24
I
Important
Safeguards ........... 2
index
marks ...............................
56
search ...............................
56
input
audio
terminal
.................
....... 20
language, selecting .............. 26
loading tapes ....................... 24
lock light .................................
7
lock, chihi ............................
60
M
memorizing
channels .......... 29
memory backup ................... 50
menu button ..........................
9
menus, using .......................
mute button ...........................
10
26
8
N
number
E
guides, VCR Plus+
channel .............................
batteries
L
10
6
C
adding and deleting ......... 32
programming
the VCR to
receive ...........................
29
the
9
I0
bul;tons .....................
8
0
older television,connecting.
15
one key program button ........ 7
one key programming
......... 45
one-touch recording (OTR)
button .................................
7
using .................................
43
P
pause button ..........................
9
pausing a tape ..................... 25
picture, viewing the one
coming from your VCR .... 23
play button ........................
6, 9
play light ...............................
8
playback controls ................ 25
advanced ..........................
51
power button ..................... 7, 8
programme d recording light. 8
programming
auto speed ........................
48
changing settings
while ........................
42, 46
one key. ............................
45
the VCR to receive
channels ........................
29
TV shows that end the day
after ...............................
49
63
Index
programming
(cont.)
VCRPlus+
........................
VCRto record ...................
42
39
speed search ......................... 55
stop button ......................... 6, 9
T
0
quick program
button .................................
using .................................
quick search ........................
9
47
54
R
record button ......................
record light ............................
recording speed ...................
recording
canceling
..........................
settings .............................
current broadcast .............
notes about .......................
7,8
8
34
49
49
39
47
one key programming
...... 45
one-touch ..........................
43
programming
your
VCR to ...........................
39
Quick Program ................. 47
VCR Plus+ ........................
42
remaining
time .................... 53
remote control
buttons ...............................
8
installing batteries
.......... 20
overview .............................
8
sensor .................................
7
using .................................
20
repaired tapes ..................... 24
rewind button .................... 6, 9
rewinding
............................
25
RF converter ........................
58
S
safeguards,
satellite
important
........... 2
connecting
........................
16
memorizing
channels ....... 29
programming
to record .... 39
search
index .................................
56
quick .................................
54
speed .................................
55
techniques
........................
54
setting the time ................... 27
skipping programs .............. 49
slow motion .........................
51
special effects ......................
51
64
tape speed light .....................
tape status symbol ................
tape
copying .............................
loading ..............................
playing ..............................
preventing
erasure ..........
repaired ............................
unloading
.........................
television
8
8
58
24
25
24
24
24
connecting
........................
operating with remote .....
terminals,
rear panel ..........
time counter ........................
time, setting ........................
time
14
21
10
53
27
gauge ................................
present ..............................
remaining
.........................
tracking
...............................
TV/VCR slide switch .............
53
54
53
52
9
U
UHF/VHF antennas,
connecting .....................................
13
unloading tapes ................... 24
V
VCR Plus+
programming
with ........... 42
setting channel guides ..... 36
VCR/TV button ......................
8
VCR
light ....................................
7
locking ..............................
60
operating ..........................
19
operating two with one
remote ...........................
21
operating with remote ..... 20
setting up .........................
19
viewing the picture coming
from your ....................... 23
vibration, controlling .......... 26
video
connecting a TV with Audio
and Video inputs ........... 16
function button .................. 9
input terminals
............... 10
mute .................................
32
using ftmctions ................. 34
volume controls ..................... 8
Guia
de OperacibnB sica de la Videograbadora
Funcionesb_sicasde los I:,otones
Q
bot6n
de encendido
(POWER)
Optima este botdn para encender
la videograbadora.
1
\
®
botdn de cancelacidll
(CANCEL)
Utilice este botdn para cancelar
selecciones en los memis en pantalla.
®
botdn de grabaci6n
(REC)
Utilice este botdn para comenzar
grabacidn.
®
569
®
botdn de reproduccidn,
parada e
ingreso
(PLAY, STOP, ENTER)
Oprima este botdn para comenzar la
reproduccidn
de la cinta, optima de nuevo
para dctener la cinta. Durante el uso de
los mends en pantal].a, utilice este botSn
para fi_ar selecciones de men6.
®
botSn de modalidad
(VCRdTV)
Optima este botSn para cambiar entre el
sintonizador
o salida de la videograbadora,
y el sintonizador
del televisor.
®
bot6n
..J
Oprima
canales
' ._ ,_.
O QXD
",_
@
I
r---
8
una cinta.
bot6n de rebobinado,
bdsqueda
hacia
atrhs y ajuste (REW, - ADJUST)
Oprima este botdn par a rebobinar
la cinta
o hacer una bfisqueda ihacia atr_s.
Tambi_in utilice este botdn para
seleccionar o ajustar a::ticulos de mend.
5
1
bot6n de pausa
(PAUSE)
Utilice este bot6n paar pausar
la
(9
3
6--
y apagar
3
®
de canales
(C]{ANNEL)
estos botones para cambiar
en la videog_'abadora.
bot6n de adelantado,
bdsqueda
hacia
adelante
y ajuste (F]0",ADJUST+)
Oprima este bot6n para adelantar
la cinta
o hacer una btisqueda
hacia adelanlbe.
TambiE_n, utilice este bot6n para
seleccionar o ajustar a:_fculos de mend.
bot6n de mend (MEN-U)
Optima este bot6n para utilizar
operativo de memis en pantalla.
el sistema
Si desea obtener una gufa para esta videograbadora en Espa_ol, s£vase llamar al (800) 55,".I-7278o (770) ',734-5526
65
Guiade Operaci6nBdsicade laVideograbadora
C6mo seleccionarel idiomade el sistemaoperativode men_sen pantalla
0
Si nunca
O
Desenchufe
a enchufar.
la videograbadora,
la x4deograbadora
@) Oprima
el bot6n POWER
O
el bot6n MENU
Oprima
vaya al paso O.
por m_s de dos minutos,
para encender
en e] control
y vuelvala
la videograbadora
remoto.
Ver_ el menfi de seleccionar el idioma Sel_cl_ Language." Utilice
los botones de ajuste ADJUST - o ADJUST + en el control remoto
para seleccionar el idioma.
_) Enslish
FranGais
O
selecciones
Despu4s de que haya seleccionado el idioma _lue deseado, oprima
el bot6n PLAY/STOP/ENTER
luego oprima el bot6n MENU para
salir de los men_s.
C6mo poner el reloj
_;[___._' 'u_;.-_--=
Sus
se ha usado
son:
Controles Especiales
OProsramaci6n
Inicial
00prima
el b0t6n MENU
para ver el menfi "l_[enl_ Principal."
Utilice los botones de ajuste .ADJUST - o ADJUST + en el control
remoto para selecciona," el menfi "Programaci6n
Inicial", luego
oprima el bot6n PLAY/STOP/ENTER.
Sus
selecciones
son:
_Nemorizar
canales
Anadir/borrar
conales
AJusZes
ae VCR Plus+
@) Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST - o ADJUST + en el control
remoto para seleccionar el menfi "Poner el retoj", luego oprima el
bot6n PLAY/STOP!ENTER.
0
Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST - o ADJUST + y el bot6n
PLAY/STOP!ENTER
para ajustar el rues, afio, dia, hora y
selecciSn de hora de verano.
A1 completar los ajustes para poner el reloj, optima el bot6n
PLAY!STOP!ENTER,
luego oprima el bot6n MENU
repetidamente
para salir de los memis.
C6mo programarla videograbadorapar grabar
00prima
Para
VCR
el botSn MENU
para ver el menfi "!_([enfiPrincia]."
PlusCode
Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST - o ADJUST + para seleccionar
el menfi "Programar grabaciones." Luego optima el bot6n ENTER.
@) Utilice los botones num4ricos
programaci6n
VCR PlusCode,
OHora
_)Hora
comienza
_erminado
OVel.
srabado
66
AUTO
para ingresar un c6digo de
o oprima el bot6n ENTER.
_]P Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST - o ADJUST y el bot6n
PLAY/STOP!ENTER
para ajustar el canal, el d/a, la hora de
comienzo, la hora de terminado
y la velocidad de la grabaci6n.
A1 completar la programacion
de grabaciones,
oprima
PLAY/STOP/ENTER,
luego optima el bot6n MENU
repetidamente
para salir de los menfis.
el bot6n
MITSUBISHI
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
LIMITED WARRANTY
MITSUBISHI ELECTRONICS
from an authorized
a.
MITSUBISHI
AMERICA, INC. ("MELA") warrants to the original pu rchaser of this video 4-assette recorder if purchased
AudioNideo
Dealer that, should it prove defective by reason of improper workmanship
and/or material:
Parts. For one year from the date of original purchase at retail, we will repair or replace, at our option, any defective part
including the video head without charge for the part. Parts used for replacement are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period.
b.
Labor. For six months from the date of original purchase at retail, we will provide the labor for a warranty repair without charge
at an authorized
MITSUBISHI
c.
Notice.
service center.
To obtain warranty service, you must notify an authorized
MITSUBISHI
servicE; center of any defect within the
applicable warranty time period.
1.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE,
deliver your VCR to the nearest MITSUBISHI
service center.
Shipping expenses are your responsibility. The name and address of the nearest service center can be obtained flom your MITSUBISHI Dealer,
or by writing or calling MELA at the address and telephone
number below. Proof of purchase date from an a,Jthorized MITSUBISHI
Dealer is
required when requesting warranty service. Present your sales receipt or other document which establishes proof and date of purchase. THE
RETURN OF THE OWNER REGISTRATION CARD IS NOT A CONDITION OF WARRANT'( COVERAGE. However, please detach and return
the Owner Registration Card so that we can contact you should a question of safety arise which could affect yoJ.
2.
THIS WARRANTY
DOES NOT COVER damage caused by: modification,
alteration, repair or service cf this product by anyone other
than an authorized MITSUBISHI service center; physical abuse to, or misuse of, the VCR; ope ration in a manner contrary to the instructions which
accompany the VCR; freight damage; or any damage caused by acts of God such as lightning or fluctuation in dectrical power. This warranty
also excludes all costs arising from installation, adjustment of user controls, external antenna systems, service of products purchased or serviced
outside
the U.S.A., initial technical
adjustments
(set-up) and user-required
instructions enclosed with the product for information
3.
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OR OPERATION
NOT PROVIDED
4.
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HEREIN, AND ANY REMEDY WHICH, BUT FOR THIS PROVISION,
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the operating
regarding user controls.
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OF WARRANTY,
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OR
OTHERWISE.
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consequential
lasts, or the exclusion or limit,]tion of incidental, special, or
damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
6.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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adjustment.
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