Mitsubishi Electric HS-HD1100U Video Cassette Recorder User Manual Front Cover
Mitsubishi Electric Corp Video Cassette Recorder Front Cover
users manual
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
OWNER’S GUIDE
MODEL HS-HD1100U
This Video Cassette Recorder is based on the D-VHS and VHS formats. Only video cassette tapes with the
mark or the mark may be used with this model. However, D-VHS recordings are possible
only with cassettes marked .
D-VHS tapes recorded on video products not using the D-VHS MTP/NTSC standard cannot be played
back on this unit.
MTP
NTSC
VCR Plus+
IEEE 1394
INPUT
VCR
POWER
EJECT
CM SKIP
QUICK PROGRAM
INPUT
PLAY
STOP
PAUSE
INDEX
ADJUST
AUDIO/VIDEO MENU
ADJUST
CANCEL ENTER
SP/EP
VCR/TV
DISPLAY
REW
REC
FF
MUTE
TV
POWER
CHANNEL VOLUME
213
546
879
0
VCR
TV
HIGH DEFINITION DIGITAL VCR
VCR Plus and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+
system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
♦High-Definition Digital Recording and Playback
♦VCR Plus+ easy programming system
♦Rew/FF at 500X speed! (:43 seconds for a T-120 tape)
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 suffi-
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
product.
IMPORTANT:
RECORDING OF COPYRIGHTED TELEVISION PROGRAMS MAY VIOLATE COPYRIGHT LAW.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEP-
TACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO SECTION 820-40 OF THE NEC
WHICH PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PARTICULAR, SPECIFIES THAT THE CABLE GROUND
SHALL BE CONNECTED TO THE GROUNDING SYSTEM OF THE BUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS
PRACTICAL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
Special Features HS-HD1100U
1
To connect your VCR, go to page 4.
To play a tape, go to page 11.
To record a program, go to page 20.
To learn about Advanced Features, go to page 42.
SHORTCUTS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS...................... 2
Hooking Up Your VCR................................. 4
Playback...................................................... 11
Setting Up Your VCR ................................... 15
Memorizing Channels Automatically ...... 15
Adding and Deleting Channels .............. 16
Setting the Clock.................................... 17
Recording .................................................... 20
Recording a Current Digital Broadcast .. 26
Recording a Current Broadcast in VHS
(analog) Format ................................. 22
OTR ....................................................... 23
OTR2...................................................... 24
Notes about Available Tape and Recording
Time ................................................... 25
Using Audio and Video Functions .......... 26
Timer Recording .......................................... 28
D-VHS (digital) Timer Recording ........... 28
VHS (analog) Timer Recording of Digital
Broadcast........................................... 29
Conventional VCR Timer Recording ...... 31
VCR Plus+® System Programming ........ 33
Quick Program ....................................... 34
Timer Recording Hints ........................... 35
Editing Features .......................................... 38
Copying a Tape from D-VHS to D-VHS.... 38
Copying a Tape from D-VHS to Analog .... 39
Copying a Tape from Analog to Analog .... 40
Advanced Features ..................................... 42
Advanced Playback Controls ................. 42
Searching Techniques ........................... 43
Displaying Time Gauge, Remaining
Time, Current Time ............................ 46
Customize Choices Menu ...................... 47
Advanced Options ................................. 50
Location of Controls .................................... 52
Important Information .................................. 56
Trouble Checks ........................................... 57
Specifications .............................................. 59
Index ........................................................... 59
Warranty ...................................................... 62
TABLE OF CONTENTS
2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Please read all these instructions carefully regarding your VCR before you begin operating it.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the VCR. Thank you.
1 Read Instructions
All the safety and operating in-
structions should be read before
the product is operated.
2 Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instruc-
tions should be retained for future
reference.
3 Heed Warnings
All warnings on the product and
in the operating instructions
should be adhered to.
4 Follow Instructions
All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5 Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use
liquid cleaners or aerosol clean-
ers. Use a damp cloth for clean-
ing.
6 Attachments
Do not use attachments not rec-
ommended by the product manu-
facturer as they may cause haz-
ards.
7 Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near wa-
ter — for example, near a bath
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laun-
dry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool, and the
like.
8 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 dam-
age to the product. Use only with
a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table recommended by the manu-
facturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product
should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions, and should use a
mounting accessory recom-
mended by the manufacturer.
9A product and cart combination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, ex-
cessive 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 the
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 built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack un-
less 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 supply to your
home, consult your product dealer
or local power company. For
products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources,
refer to the operating instructions.
12 Grounding or Polarization
This product is 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 not defeat the safety purpose
of the polarized plug.
13 Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by
items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention
to cords at plugs, convenience re-
ceptacles, and the point where
they exit from the product.
14 Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable sys-
tem is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable sys-
tem is grounded so as to provide
some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static
charges.
Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with regard
to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, ground-
ing of the lead-in wire to an an-
tenna discharge unit, size of
grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connec-
tion to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding
electrode.
15 Lightning
For added protection for this prod-
uct during a lightning storm, or
when it is left unattended and un-
used for long periods of time, un-
plug it from the wall outlet and dis-
connect the antenna or cable sys-
tem. This will prevent damage to
the product due to lightning and
power-line surges.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
GROUND CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
3
16 Power Lines
An outside antenna system
should not be located in the vi-
cinity of overhead power lines or
other electric light or power cir-
cuits, or where it can fall into such
power lines or circuits. When in-
stalling an outside antenna sys-
tem, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such
power lines or circuits as contact
with them might be fatal.
17 Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, ex-
tension cords, or integral conve-
nience receptacles as this can re-
sult in fire risk or electric shock.
18 Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind
into this product through openings
as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts
that could result in a fire or elec-
tric 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 Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to quali-
fied 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 ex-
posed to rain or water.
(d) If the product does not oper-
ate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are
covered by the operating in-
structions as an improper ad-
justment of other controls may
result in damage and will of-
ten require extensive work by
a qualified technician to re-
store 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 perfor-
mance – this indicates a need
for service.
21 Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are re-
quired, be sure the service tech-
nician 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 ser-
vice technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the prod-
uct is in proper operating condi-
tion.
23 Heat
The product should be situated
away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products (including am-
plifiers) that produce heat.
CONDENSATION
Leave the VCR on, without a tape in
it, for 2 hours if the VCR has been ex-
posed to sudden changes in tempera-
ture. Sudden temperature changes
cause moisture to form on the metal
parts inside the VCR. This moisture
can cause the tape to stick and dam-
age the head. Leaving the VCR on
for a 2 hour period will dry the inside
of the VCR.
PROTECT THE POWER CORD
Do not damage the power cord. Dam-
age to the power cord may cause a
fire or shock hazard. When unplug-
ging the power cord, please hold it by
the plug and remove it carefully.
DO NOT PLACE HEAVY OBJECTS
ON THE RECORDER
Heavy objects placed on the recorder
will cause damage.
WHEN NOT IN USE
When you finish operating the re-
corder, always unload the cassette
and turn OFF the VCR POWER.
CARE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE
TAPES
• Avoid violent vibration or shock.
• Do not place in a location where
strong magnetic fields exist (near a
motor, transformer or magnet).
• Never place or store in direct sun-
light.
• Avoid dusty places.
• Place the cassette in the cassette
case and store vertically.
• Never store tape in a high humidity
location.
INFORMATION
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference 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 communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of these measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a different circuit than 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, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
additional suggestions. You may find this 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, Washington, D.C., 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
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Hooking Up Your VCR
Unpacking Your VCR
As you unpack your new VCR, please make sure the following items are included:
IMPORTANT
Never place any heavy objects on top of the VCR. Do not place the
VCR on top of the television as the surface may not be stable.
Choosing a Hookup
The connections shown in this book are general. Individual televisions, stereo systems and satellite receivers can vary
from those shown here. The first diagrams show connections for common equipment. Then, if you are connecting
equipment such as an integrated HDTV, an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver or a Home Theater receiver, you will
also use those diagrams after you have connected the common equipment.
IMPORTANT
To maximize your system for its best performance, your dealer can
help you customize these hookups and sell you any additional connec-
tion accessories that may be necessary to match your particular
equipment and antennas.
1Make a list of each piece of equipment that you want to hook up.
2If you are connecting several pieces of equipment, you may be using more than one of these diagrams. Using your
list, find EACH of the diagrams you will need to connect all of your equipment. For example, to hook up this VCR, a
TV, a cable box, and a Home Theater receiver, you will use Cable System with Cable Box, and Connecting a Home
Theater receiver.
3If your TV has audio and video inputs, use the diagrams on page 7 in addition to the connections on page 5 or 6.
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5
IMPORTANT
You must use one of the connections shown on page 5 and 6 in order to record television or cable programs.
Hooking Up Your VCR
VHF
UHF
VHF/UHF
ANTENNA
OUT
IN
x
x
x
x
VCR Rear Panel
TV Rear Panel
OR
Optional
UHF/VHF Splitter
Optional 300 Ohm to 75 Ohm
Matching Transformer
Optional UHF/VHF Combiner
OR
supplied
coaxial cable
OR
From Antenna or
Cable wall outlet
VHF/UHF
VHF
UHF
IN
OUT
ANTENNA
OUT
IN
TV Rear Panel
VCR Rear Panel
OR
From Cable
wall outlet
Cable Box Rear Panel
coaxial cable provided
by cable company
supplied coaxial cable
Antenna or Cable System
without Cable Box
Connecting Antenna or Cable
1Connect antenna or cable from wall outlet to
ANTENNA IN of the VCR.
2Connect VCR ANTENNA OUT to the TV’s
Antenna jacks (varies by TV).
3If your TV has audio video inputs, continue with
the connections on page 7. If not, plug in power
cords of VCR and TV.
Antenna or Cable System with
Cable Box
Connecting Cable and Cable Box, if all
channels are scrambled
1Connect cable from wall outlet to CABLE IN on
the cable box.
2Connect OUT (or OUT TO TV) on the cable box
to ANTENNA IN on the VCR.
3Connect ANTENNA OUT on the VCR to the
TV’s antenna jacks (varies by TV).
4If your TV has audio video inputs, continue with
the connections on page 7. If not, plug in power
cords of VCR, TV, and cable box.
If your cable company scrambled all of its channels,
you cannot record one channel while watching
another.
If your cable company only requires the use of a
cable box for some channels, connect the cable box
as shown on the next page.
IMPORTANT
Your TV Owner’s Guide may have additional suggestions for antenna/cable hookups.
If your TV has more than one antenna jacks, ask your Mitsubishi dealer for advice on additional accessories.
6
Connecting Cable and Cable Box, if only some channels are scrambled
1You will need a cable splitter, five lengths of coaxial
cable, and a cable A/B switch.
2Connect cable from wall outlet to IN terminal on the
cable splitter.
3Connect the coaxial cable to OUT terminal on the
cable splitter and A-IN on the A/B switch.
4Connect the second coaxial cable to the other OUT
terminal on the splitter and IN (or CABLE) on the
cable box.
5Connect the third coaxial cable to the OUT or TV on
the cable box and B-IN on the A/B switch.
6Connect the fourth coaxial cable to OUT terminal on
the A/B switch and ANTENNA IN on the VCR.
7Connect the fifth coaxial cable to the ANTENNA OUT
on the VCR to the TV’s ANTENNA jacks (varied by
TV).
8If your TV has audio and video inputs, continue with
the connections on the next page. If not, plug in
power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box.
Hooking Up Your VCR
VHF/UHF
VHF
UHF
ANTENNA
OUT
IN
TV Rear Panel
VCR Rear Panel
OR
From Cable
wall outlet
Cable box
Splitter
A/B Switch
OUT
IN
A
B
IN
OUT OUT
supplied coaxial cable
This connection will allow you to watch one non-scrambled
channel while you record another non-scrambled channel.
With this connection, you should set the A/B switch to A to
record a non-scrambled channel. You may watch the same
channel or any other non-scrambled channel at the same
time.
To record a scrambled channel, set the switch to B, select
your cable output channel (usually 3 or 4) on the VCR and
select the channel you wish to record on the cable box. At
this time your TV will not be able to show any other channel.
IMPORTANT
With this connection, you cannot:
• record a scrambled channel and watch a non-
scrambled channel at the same time.
• record a non-scrambled channel and watch a
scrambled channel at the same time.
• record one scrambled channel and watch a different
scrambled channel.
7
IMPORTANT
Your TV Owner’s Guide may have additional sug-
gestions for audio video hookups.
To connect your VCR to a mono (non-stereo) TV,
connect only the white AUDIO OUT L of the VCR
and the white AUDIO INPUT of the TV. Since the
TV is not stereo, you cannot take advantage of your
VCR’s Hi-Fi stereo sound.
If you have an older TV without audio video inputs,
simply connect only the antenna or cable as shown
on page 5 or 6.
Connections to TV with Audio Video Inputs
Because you purchased a Hi-Fi VCR, you will want to
take advantage of its superior sound capability and
connect it to a stereo TV system with audio and video
inputs. This connection also helps maintain the best
picture quality.
1Connect the red and white audio cable to AUDIO
OUT R (right) and AUDIO OUT L (left) on the VCR.
Connect the other end to the TV’s AUDIO INPUT
RIGHT and AUDIO INPUT LEFT. Match the colors of
the connectors to the cables.
2Connect the yellow video cable to VIDEO OUT on
VCR. Connect the other end to VIDEO INPUT on the
TV.
3Set the RF converter to OFF. See page 48 for
instructions on this setting, which can be done at a
later time.
Hooking Up Your VCR
INPUT-1
INPUT-2
OUTPUT
MONITOR/TUNER
S-VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) R
AUDIO
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT
OUT
L
R
L
R
R
RL
White Red
Yellow
supplied audio video cable
White
Red
Yellow
TV Rear Panel
VCR Rear Panel
8
Hooking Up Your VCR
Connections to Integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV Receiver
If you connect the HS-HD1100U to an integrated HDTV
or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver with an IEEE
1394 cable, you can record digital broadcasts in D-VHS
format, which records digital broadcasts as digital signals,
so programs can be recorded as is with no loss of quality.
And this connection also makes it possible to playback a
recorded digital signal in D-VHS format.
1Connect the supplied IEEE 1394 cable to IEEE 1394
INTERFACE on the HS-HD1100U. You can connect
either of the two IEEE 1394 INTERFACE terminals.
Connect the other end of this cable to IEEE 1394
INTERFACE terminal on the TV or the receiver.
When you want to record digital broadcasts in VHS
(analog) format, follow the steps 2 and 3 below.
2Connect the red and white audio cable to AUDIO IN
R (right) and AUDIO IN L (left) on the VCR. Connect
the other end to the TV or the receiver’s AUDIO
OUTPUT RIGHT and AUDIO OUTPUT LEFT. Match
the colors of the connectors to the cables.
3Connect the yellow video cable to VIDEO IN on the
VCR. Connect the other end to VIDEO OUTPUT on
the TV or receiver.
IMPORTANT
You may need to purchase additional sets of audio
and video cable for this hookup.
Refer to your integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver owner’s guide for this
connections.
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver
integrated HDTV
OR
IN
1
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
1
L/MONO
R
L
R
R
RL
VCR Rear Panel
supplied
IEEE 1394 cable
White
Red
Yellow
White Red
Yellow
9
Hooking Up Your VCR
Notes about IEEE 1394 network
The IEEE 1394-equipped devices that are available to be connected to the HS-HD1100U are an integrated HDTV, an
IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver or a D-VHS VCR. The data may not be sent/received correctly if you are connecting
IEEE 1394-equipped devices other than Mitsubishi integrated HDTV or Mitsubishi D-VHS VCR.
You cannot send/receive the data of digital video equipment (for example, digital video camera) or a personal computer
because the format is different from that of the HS-HD1100U.
Be sure not to connect the IEEE 1394 in a loop, as shown below.
When you connect more than one IEEE 1394-equipped devices, turn the power off when they are not being used
because leaving the unused devices turned on may cause a lack of memory and may interfere with the correct trans-
mission of signals. However some IEEE 1394-equipped devices cannot receive or send data when it is turned off, so
refer to your device owner’s guides.
While using the IEEE 1394-equipped device, do not plug in/off the IEEE 1394 cable or turn the power on/off of the
unused devices. When you unplug the IEEE 1394 cable and connect it again, leave it unplugged for a few seconds and
then connect again.
The maximum transmit speed of the IEEE 1394 INTERFACE on the HS-HD1100U is 400Mbps. This speed may be
slower when you connect the device with its transmit speed is different from this VCR.
IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device
IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device
IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device
IEEE 1394-equipped
device
IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device
IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device
IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device IEEE 1394-equipped
device
CORRECT
CORRECT
INCORRECT
INCORRECT
INCORRECT
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Connections to Home Theater Receiver
You may wish to connect your VCR to a Home Theater
Receiver so that you can take advantage of the Surround
Sound audio recordings that are common with many
movies. Home Theater Receivers will often control both
the sound that is heard from the speakers and the picture
shown on your TV. Below is the basic connection be-
tween your VCR and Home Theater Receiver. If you use
this connection, you will not use Connections to TV with
Audio Video Inputs.
1Connect the red and white audio cables to AUDIO
OUT R and AUDIO OUT L on the VCR. Connect the
other end to the VCR 1 AUDIO INPUT R and AUDIO
INPUT L on the Home Theater Receiver.
2Connect a yellow video cable to VIDEO OUT on the
VCR. Connect the other end to the VCR 1 VIDEO
INPUT on the Home Theater Receiver.
Hooking Up Your VCR
3Connect a yellow video cable to the MONITOR
VIDEO OUTPUT of the Home Theater Receiver.
Connect the other end to the VIDEO INPUT on the
back of the TV.
4See your Home Theater Receiver Owner’s Guide for
information concerning audio connection between TV
and Home Theater Receiver, or additional hookups
and operations.
IMPORTANT
You may need to purchase additional sets of audio
and video cables for this hookup.
INPUT 1
S-VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) R
AUDIO
R
VCR 1 VCR 2 TV
AUDIO
OUT IN OUT IN IN
VCR2 MONITORVCR 1
OUT IN OUT IN OUT
VIDEO
L
R
L
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT
OUT
L
R
L
R
L
R
TV Rear Panel
VCR Rear Panel
Home Theater Receiver Rear Panel
Yellow
Yellow
Yellow
White
Red
Yellow
White
Red
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Playback
Setting Up Your VCR to Playback/Recording the
Digital Broadcast in D-VHS (digital) Format
1Make sure that your VCR and the integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver is connected with an IEEE 1394 cable.
2Turn on the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver.
3Turn on your TV and switch the input of the TV to the correct input of the IEEE
1394-equipped HDTV receiver.
4Press POWER on the VCR to turn the power on.
To go back to viewing the picture from the TV, set your TV input to the previous
ANTENNA input position.
If you do not switch the integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV re-
ceiver to the correct external input, the screen to the right will be displayed on the
screen when you try to watch a digital broadcast.
1394 connection list
When you connect an integrated HDTV, an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver or
a D-VHS VCR to the HS-HD1100U, you can see the list of connected TV, receiver
or VCR on the 1394 connection list menu (up to 5 devices). The integrated HDTV
and the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver will display as TUNER and the D-VHS
VCR will be shown as VCR. For the device which was connected to the HS-
HD1100U before but now it is not connected, lost connection will be displayed. The
device which was first connected to the HS-HD1100U will be shown as d1, and
connected fifth will be shown as d5. When you want to remake the list, press
CANCEL on the VCR remote control. In this case, the order of the devices on the
list will be changed.
IMPORTANT
When you connect Mitsubishi integrated HDTVs WS-55859, WS-65869, WS-
55909, WS-65909 or WS-73909, they will not appear in 1394 connection list
menu. When you use these TVs, they will control the HS-HD1100U. So to
use the function of the HS-HD1100U, use the TV to operate the VCR.
displaying 1394 connection list
1Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu comes up.
2Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote control to select 1394 connection list.
Press ENTER. 1394 connection list menu appears.
Setting Up Your VCR to Playback/Recording the
Tape in VHS (analog) Format
The first thing you need to do is set up your VCR so that you can see the picture
coming from the VCR. It’s important to take a few minutes to set up your VCR
correctly before you try to use it. Based on the type of TV that you have, choose
one of the following:
TV with Audio/Video Inputs
1Turn 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-1
or Input-1 on the screen. If you do not have a Mitsubishi TV, please refer to
your TV Owner’s Guide for this procedure.
2Turn the VCR on by pressing POWER.
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INPUT
VCR
POWER
PWR.
HS
STD
VCR
HMS
ƒ1394 connection list
d1 TUNER lost connection
d2 TUNER lost connection
d3 TUNER now connecting
d4 TUNER now connecting
Press CANCEL to renumber
Use ADJUST to select,
and ENTER.
Press MENU to go back.
This is a digital
recording.
You cannot view it
through this input.
Please select IEEE1394
connection
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3You are now watching the VCR’s picture. To go back to viewing the picture
from the TV, press the TV’s INPUT button to go back to the previous ANTENNA
input position.
4Later, you should turn the RF converter OFF by following instructions on page
48.
If your system includes a home theater receiver or an A/V receiver, refer to your
home theater receiver’s owner’s guide.
TV without Audio/Video Inputs
If your TV does not have separate audio/video inputs, then your VCR will need to
convert the VCR’s picture to channel 3 or 4. This is called the video channel. The
factory has already selected channel 3; however, if it is a broadcast channel in
your area, then you will need to change this to channel 4. To make this change:
set up
1To choose channel 4: with VCR power OFF, turn the front panel jog dial disk
clockwise while holding down the SP/EP button on the front panel. Ant ch 4
will display on the front panel and the VCR will send signals on channel 4.
If needed, to return to channel 3: with the VCR turned OFF, turn the jog dial
counter-clockwise while holding down the SP/EP button on the front panel.
Ant ch 3 will display.
2Turn the VCR on by pressing POWER.
operating
3Check to see if the VCR light on the front panel display is lit. If it is not, press
VCR/TV on the remote control until the VCR light appears on the front panel.
This light must be on when you watch a video tape or use the VCR menus.
The VCR light will turn on automatically when you play a tape or use the VCR
menus when the RF converter is set to ON. See page 61.
4Turn on the TV and change the TV to the video channel (3 or 4). You are now
watching the VCR’s picture.
To watch a channel that is different than the channel your VCR is recording, the
VCR light must be off. The VCR/TV button turns this light on and off.
Operating Your Remote Control
Installing the Batteries
1To remove the back cover, press the ridged area gently, then push the cover in
the direction of the arrow and lift.
2Load the batteries, making sure the polarities (+) and (–) are correct.
This is marked inside the battery compartment.
Next, you need to tell the remote control to operate the VCR, not the TV.
Operating the VCR with the Remote Control
The HS-HD1100U has two VCR remote control operational settings: VCR-A and
VCR-B. The HS-HD1100U is pre-set to VCR-A setting. See page 51 for informa-
tion about VCR operational setting.
1Set the VCR/TV slide switch on the remote control to VCR position. This “tells”
the remote that you want to control the VCR.
Now your remote is ready to operate your HS-HD1100U. If the VCR does not
respond to the remote, please see page 51.
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POWER
JOG/CHANNEL
SP/EP
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Loading a Tape
Tapes can be loaded into your VCR as long as the VCR is plugged in. Even when
the VCR POWER is off, loading a tape will automatically turn the VCR on. Use
only tapes that have a , or label.
1Hold the tape so that the long narrow edge with the contents label faces you.
The other edge is hinged and should face the VCR. The plastic window that
shows the videotape should face up.
2Gently insert the tape evenly into the cassette slot until the VCR automatically
takes it in.
If the VCR will not automatically take the tape in, press EJECT and try again.
Your VCR will eject the tape if it is loaded improperly. 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 down, wait a few seconds, and try again.
Playing a Tape
Playing a Tape Recorded in D-VHS Format
1When you connect an integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver
which is capable of controlling the VCR:
Operate your TV or receiver to playback the tape. Refer to the TV or receiver
owner’s guide for this procedure.
When you connect an integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver
which is not capable of controlling the VCR:
Set the connection setting of your TV or receiver to select the HS-HD1100U.
Refer to the TV or receiver owner’s guide for this procedure.
And then press PLAY on the front panel or the remote control of the VCR.
You can stop playing by pressing STOP.
It will take a few seconds to display the playback picture. A mosaic noise, still or
black picture will appear until the correct picture comes on. When the VCR
reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically rewind to the beginning of the tape
and stop.
When you playback the end of a recording, the point where the recording mode
changes or a broken part of the tape, a mosaic noise, still or black picture may
appear.
The tape recorded in D-VHS format on other VCR may not be played back cor-
rectly on this VCR.
Playing a Tape Recorded in Analog Format
1Press PLAY on the front panel or the remote control.
The VCR will automatically play the tape at the correct speed. When the VCR
reaches the end of the tape, it will automatically rewind to the beginning of the tape
and stop.
You can stop playing by pressing STOP.
You can playback a tape recorded in S-VHS format with standard VHS resolution
(S-VHS quasi playback). This feature functions only during playback. You cannot
obtain the original resolution of S-VHS.
Depending on the tapes you are using, some interference may appear on the
screen during S-VHS quasi playback.
CORRECT
INCORRECT
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PLAY
PLAY
STOP
Playback
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Using Basic Playback Controls
Rewinding a Tape
While the tape is stopped, press REW on the remote control or turn the shuttle ring
on the front panel to the left.
Fast Forwarding a Tape
While the tape is stopped, press FF on the remote control or turn the shuttle ring on
the front panel to the right.
Speed Search with Picture
While the tape is playing, press FF on the remote control or turn the shuttle ring on
the front panel to the right for forward speed search with picture, or press REW on
the remote control or turn the shuttle ring on the front panel to the left for reverse
speed search. See page 44 for additional information on searching techniques.
Pausing a Tape
While the tape is playing, press PAUSE on the remote control or on the front panel
to freeze the picture on the screen.
Press PAUSE a second time to return to normal play.
If you leave the VCR in pause for more than 5 minutes, the VCR will automatically
stop to prevent damage to the tape.
When pausing a tape recorded in D-VHS format, a black picture may appear
before the still picture appears depending on the integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver.
Unloading a Tape
1Press EJECT on the front panel or on the remote control. If the VCR POWER
is off, the VCR will turn on, eject the tape, then turn off.
2Remove the tape.
Using Repaired Tapes
We recommend that you take any broken or torn tapes to a professional for repair.
If you repair a torn tape with improper materials, you could damage your VCR
when you play the tape.
Head Cleaning
Your VCR automatically cleans the head and the drum of the VCR whenever you
load a tape. If you see mosaic noise, still or black picture during D-VHS playback,
or “noise” or snow during analog playback, eject the tape, re-load the tape, then
wait 3 or 4 seconds. Repeat this process several times to improve the picture.
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SP/EP
PAUSE
REW FF
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EJECT
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Your VCR comes with Mitsubishi’s exclusive on-screen operating
system. This system has been developed to simplify the operation of your VCR
with clear, easy-to-understand language and design.
Before your VCR can receive television channels or you can program your VCR to
record, you need to memorize all of the channels you can receive into your VCR
and set the clock. Fortunately, your VCR makes this an easy process with our
menu system.
When using the on-screen menus, use the ADJUST buttons to move the highlight
bar up or down and to change the setting of selected features. Press the ENTER
button to enter a selection or adjustment. Press the CANCEL button to cancel or
clear a setting.
Memorizing Channels Automatically
Using this process, your VCR will automatically memorize all of the television
stations available to you. You can later get rid of unwanted or unused stations.
If your local cable company scrambles some or all stations, and/or requires you
to use a cable box, then your ability to program channels would normally be
limited. The cable box receives all of your channels, then sends only one to
your TV and your VCR, usually on channel 3 or 4.
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.
1Set the VCR’s input to tuner. To do this, press INPUT on the remote control
until a channel number appears on the screen.
2Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu comes up. If First Time
Set-Up is not highlighted, use the ADJUST buttons on the remote to highlight it.
3Press ENTER. First Time Set-Up menu will appear. Press the ADJUST
buttons to select Memorize channels. Press ENTER.
IMPORTANT
If you are recording, playing back a tape, Not available will flash and an error
message will appear. To correct this, stop the tape.
4You will see the menu for sources connected to the VCR. Using the list below
as a reference, press the ADJUST buttons to select the kind of antenna you
connected.
•Cable if you are using any cable combination, including a cable box with an
A/B switch
•Indoor/outdoor ant. if you use rabbit ears type or roof mounted type antennas
After you have selected, press ENTER.
5An on-screen message will show you that the VCR is memorizing the stations
you can receive. You can cancel the memorization at any time by pressing
CANCEL. After the VCR has memorized all the channels, the screen will
return to the VCR’s picture.
IMPORTANT
Automatic channel memorizing 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 an Deleting Channels.
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ADJUST
ENTER
CANCEL
Press to
Enter
Press to
Cancel
Press to
Select
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
≈Set the clock
∆Memorize channels
«Add/delete channels
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
ªVCR Main Menu
¬Program to record
ƒ1394 connection list
√Customize choices
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
A special note to cable box
subscribers
∆Memorize channels
What type of sources are
connected to the VCR?
’Cable
”Indoor/outdoor ant.
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
∆Memorize channels
Now memorizing all the
stations you can receive
Channel 3
Stand by this may take
a few minutes
To cancel memorization,
press CANCEL
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Adding and Deleting Channels
If necessary, you can manually add or delete channels after you have completed
the automatic channel memorizing.
1Make sure that video mute is ON. See page 47.
2Set the VCR’s input to tuner. To do this, press INPUT on the remote control
until a channel number appears on the screen or the front panel display.
3Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu appears.
4Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote control to select First Time Set-Up.
Press ENTER.
5You will see the First Time Set-Up menu. Press the ADJUST buttons to select
Add/delete channels. Press ENTER.
IMPORTANT
If you are recording, playing back a tape, receiving a video signal from an
external input, or watching a satellite receiver channel, then Not available will
flash on-screen. To correct this, stop the tape or turn off the menus and
switch the VCR’s input to tuner.
6You will see the screen for adding or deleting channels. Press the ADJUST
buttons to select the channel that you want to add or delete. Press ENTER to
add the channel; press CANCEL to delete it.
7When you are finished adding or deleting channels, press MENU three times to
exit the menus.
IMPORTANT
If you use automatic memorizing again, you will lose all of the manual
changes you made. All of the channels you deleted will be added; all of the
channels you added will be deleted.
Selecting a Channel
Now that you have memorized channels, and added or deleted some, you will want
to be able to select channels. If you have not yet memorized channels, see page
15, Memorizing Channels Automatically.
Antenna/Cable selections Your VCR can receive
indoor/outdoor antenna VHF/UHF channels 2–69
cable antenna cable channels 1–125
If you try to select a channel number that the VCR cannot receive, the VCR will not
change channels.
selecting channels sequentially
Press CHANNEL on the remote control or on the VCR front panel. This will cycle
through the channels in sequential numerical order.
selecting antenna, cable or digital cable channels directly
Use the number buttons on the remote control. For example, to choose channel
23, press 2-3.
To select a single digit channel, such as channel 5; press 0-5. You can also press
5, then press ENTER.
Setting Up Your VCR
«Add/delete channels
Channel 39
Not in memory
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to add
† ∑ ππADJUST to select
≠πππππCANCEL to delete
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
≈Set the clock
∆Memorize channels
«Add/delete channels
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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Setting the Clock
You have to set the clock using either Setting the Auto Clock or Setting the
Clock Manually.
Setting the Auto Clock
Your VCR can set the clock automatically by picking up a time signal which some
TV and cable channels transmit with their broadcasts. Most PBS stations send this
signal; however, this function works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a
time signal. If you don’t receive this signal, set the clock manually.
1Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu will appear.
2Press the ADJUST buttons to select First Time Set-Up. Press ENTER. The
First Time Set-Up menu will appear. Use the ADJUST buttons to select Set the
clock. Press ENTER.
3You will see the Set the clock menu. Auto Clock set will be highlighted. Press
the ADJUST buttons to select ON.
4Turn the VCR off to activate the auto clock setting function.
The VCR will search for a channel that carries a time signal, then set your time
zone and daylight saving time. If there are only a few channels in your area that
carry time signals, it may take about 30 minutes to complete. If you turn the VCR
on before the correct time displays, the auto clock setting will be cancelled. See if
the clock has been set on the front panel display on the VCR.
If the VCR displays the wrong time, the time zone setting may not be correct. To
adjust this, follow the steps in If the VCR displays the wrong time. (See the next
page.)
IMPORTANT
The auto clock function will activate whenever you turn off the VCR and at
3:00 am, when the VCR power is off. If you use a cable box, make sure that
you leave the cable box on and tuned to the local PBS station to activate the
auto clock function.
After a power failure, the VCR will automatically set the clock again. (If you
have set the Auto Clock set setting of the Set the clock menu to OFF, the
auto clock function will not work.)
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
≈Set the clock
∆Memorize channels
«Add/delete channels
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
≈Set the clock
ƒAuto Clock set ON OFF
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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If the VCR displays the wrong time
1Follow the procedure on the previous page to step 3. Press ENTER.
2You will see the Set the clock menu. Channel will be highlighted. If you know
the channel that carries a time signal, press the ADJUST buttons to enter the
channel. Most PBS stations broadcast a time signal. For the quickest
response, enter your local PBS station. If you don’t know it, leave the channel
setting at AUTO. Press ENTER.
3Time zone will be highlighted. Press the ADJUST buttons to select the time
zone of your area. Available time zones are: Atlantic, Eastern, Central,
Mountain, Pacific, Alaska, and Hawaii. Press ENTER.
4Daylight savings will be highlighted. Press the ADJUST buttons to select
AUTO, ON or OFF. If you follow daylight saving time, select ON. If not, select
OFF. If you select AUTO, the VCR automatically sets the daylight saving time.
5To activate the auto clock function, turn off the VCR.
Setting the Clock Manually
Skip this section if your VCR has set the clock correctly using the auto clock
function.
1Press MENU on the remote control. You will see the VCR Main Menu.
2Press the ADJUST buttons to select First Time Set-Up. Press ENTER. First
Time Set-Up menu will appear. Press the ADJUST buttons to select Set the
clock. Press ENTER.
3You will see the Set the clock menu. Auto Clock set will be highlighted. Press
the ADJUST buttons to select OFF. Press ENTER.
4Daylight savings will be highlighted. Press the ADJUST buttons to select ON
or OFF. If you are currently following daylight savings, select ON. Otherwise,
select OFF. Press ENTER.
≈Set the clock
ƒChannel (065)
ƒTime zone (AUTO)
ƒDaylight savings (AUTO)
To activate Auto Clock,
turn off the VCR.
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
≈Set the clock
ƒChannel (065)
ƒTime zone (Eastern )
ƒDaylight savings (AUTO)
To activate Auto Clock,
turn off the VCR.
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
≈Set the clock
ƒChannel (065)
ƒTime zone (Eastern )
ƒDaylight savings (AUTO)
To activate Auto Clock,
turn off the VCR.
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
≈Set the clock
ƒAuto Clock set ON OFF
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
≈Set the clock
ƒDaylight savings ON OFF
ƒMonth --
ƒYear --
ƒDate --
ƒTime --:--Ł
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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5Press the ADJUST buttons until the correct month appears on screen. Press
ENTER.
6Press the ADJUST buttons to set the current year. Press ENTER.
7Press the ADJUST buttons to set the date. Press ENTER.
8The hour numbers and the am/pm indicator will be blinking. Press the ADJUST
buttons to set the hour and am/pm at the same time. Pressing ADJUST +
moves the clock forward; pressing ADJUST – moves the clock backward.
Press ENTER.
9Press the ADJUST buttons to set the minutes. When you have set the correct
time, press ENTER. First Time Set-Up menu will appear, and the clock will
start running.
10 Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.
You can adjust the daylight saving time manually. When Daylight savings is
highlighted, 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
Any time you adjust this setting, check your programmed recordings to be
sure they are set to the correct times.
≈Set the clock
ƒDaylight savings ON OFF
ƒMonth March
ƒYear 2002
ƒDate 18 Monday
ƒTime 12:00pmŁ
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
≈Set the clock
ƒDaylight savings ON OFF
ƒMonth March
ƒYear 2002
ƒDate 18 Monday
ƒTime 7:00pmŁ
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
≈Set the clock
ƒDaylight savings ON OFF
ƒMonth March
ƒYear 2002
ƒDate 1 Friday
ƒTime 12:00pmŁ
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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Your new VCR offers a wide variety of recording options that take full advantage of
our advanced electronics. First, you can learn how to record a current broadcast.
Then, in another section of this book called Timer Recording, you can learn how
to program your VCR to record at a later time and day.
Recording a Current Digital Broadcast
Recording a Current Digital Broadcast in D-VHS (digital) Format
1Follow the steps 1 to 4 of Setting Up Your VCR to Playback/Recording the
Digital Broadcast in D-VHS (digital) Format on page 11.
2Select the channel you would like to record on the integrated HDTV or the
IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver, not on the VCR.
3Load a D-VHS tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
4Make sure that the D-VHS button on the front panel is lit. If not, press this
button until it lights up.
5When you are connecting the integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver which is capable of controlling the VCR:
Operate your TV or receiver to record, to pause recording or to stop recording.
Refer to the TV or receiver owner’s guide for this procedure. During your TV or
receiver is operating the HS-HD1100U, d will be displayed on the front panel
display.
When you are connecting the integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver which is not capable of controlling the VCR:
Press IEEE 1394 INPUT on the VCR remote control to select the device you
would like to record from. d1 to d5 will appear on the front panel display.
Select the number that corresponds to the device from which you would like to
record. And then press REC on the remote control or on the front panel.
Recording will start. When the VCR reaches the end of the tape, it will automati-
cally rewind to the beginning of the tape and stop.
• You can stop recording at any time by pressing STOP or PAUSE on the remote
or on the front panel.
• To resume recording from STOP, press REC.
• To resume recording from PAUSE, press PAUSE.
You cannot use REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel to resume recording
from PAUSE.
IMPORTANT
Refer to your integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver
owner’s guide.
The recording mode will be changed automatically depending on the
broadcasting signal.
While the VCR is recording a digital broadcast, please do not change the
channel on the integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver.
If you pause the VCR for more than five minutes, recording will stop
automatically to protect the tape.
If you pause a recording, a mosaic noise, a still or a black picture may
appear when playing where the recording is resumed.
If you attempt to record on a tape that has had its erasure prevention tab
removed, the VCR will eject it. To record over such a tape, simply place a
piece of vinyl tape over the opening.
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REC
PAUSE
STOP
IEEE 1394
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Erasure prevention tab
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Recording
recording copy protected digital programs
Some programs have copy protect data to prohibit or restrict recording.
• Programs without copy protection : D-VHS recording is available.
• Programs with copy restriction : You can record in D-VHS format once, but
cannot copy.
• Programs prohibited from copying: D-VHS recording is not available.
When you record the program prohibited from copying or copy the program with
copy restriction, Error CP will appear on the front panel display.
Error CP will also appear when recording without receiving broadcasting signal. If
this occurs, check the hook up.
Recording a Current Digital Broadcast in VHS (analog) Format
1Select the channel you would like to record on the integrated HDTV or the
IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver, not on the VCR.
2Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
3Press INPUT to select the external input to the position which is connected to
the integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver.
• select L1 if you connect to the rear panel.
• select L2 if you connect to the front panel.
4Select the speed at which you would like to record by pressing SP/EP on the
remote control or on the front panel.
5Press REC on the remote or REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel.
Recording will start. When the VCR reaches the end of the tape, it will automati-
cally rewind to the beginning of the tape and stop.
• You can stop recording at any time by pressing STOP or PAUSE on the remote
or on the front panel.
• To resume recording from STOP, press REC.
• To resume recording from PAUSE, press PAUSE.
You cannot use REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel to resume recording
from PAUSE.
IMPORTANT
Be sure to connect the VCR and an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver with a video and an audio cable to record a digital
broadcast in analog format.
While the VCR is recording a digital broadcast, please do not change the
channel on the integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver.
The menu or the program list of an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV will be recorded if it is displayed during recording.
If you pause the VCR for more than five minutes, recording will stop
automatically to protect the tape.
If you record a digital broadcast in analog format, the picture quality will not
be as clear as that of the original digital broadcast.
If you record a copy protected digital program, the copy protect data will also
be recorded.
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REC
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STOP
SP/EP
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Recording a Current Broadcast in VHS (analog)
Format
1Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
2Select the speed at which you would like to record by pressing SP/EP on the
remote control or on the front panel.
3Set the VCR’s input to tuner by pressing INPUT until a channel number is
shown on-screen or on the front panel display. If L1 or L2 appears instead of a
channel number, continue to press INPUT until a channel number appears.
4Select the channel you wish to record by pressing CHANNEL or the number
buttons on the remote or the jog dial on the front panel. If you are using a
cable box, select channel 3 or 4 on the VCR, and change the channel on the
cable box, not on the VCR. Additionally, if you are using an A/B switch,
remember to set the switch to the correct position.
5Press REC on the remote or REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel.
Recording will start. When the VCR reaches the end of the tape, it will automati-
cally rewind to the beginning of the tape and stop.
• You can stop recording at any time by pressing STOP or PAUSE on the remote
or on the front panel.
• To resume recording from STOP, press REC.
• To resume recording from PAUSE, press PAUSE.
You cannot use REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel to resume recording
from PAUSE.
IMPORTANT
If you pause the VCR for more than five minutes, recording 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.
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REC
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REC
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SP/EP
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Using One-Touch Recording (OTR)
One-Touch Recording (OTR) is a way to begin recording immediately, and have
your VCR stop recording and turn off automatically after your show is over.
1When you record a digital broadcast in D-VHS (digital) format, follow the steps
1 to 4 on page 20.
When you record a digital broadcast in VHS (analog) format, follow the steps 1
to 4 on page 21.
When you record an analog broadcast in VHS (analog) format, follow the steps
1 to 4 on page 22.
2Press REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel twice. The first time you press
the button, recording will begin. The second press of the same button adds 30
minutes to the OTR timer, displayed on the front panel.
3Press REC/˙REC LENGTH for each additional 30 minutes you want to add to
the OTR timer, up to 4 hours. If you press REC/˙REC LENGTH 10 times, you
will see End on the front panel display. The VCR will record until the end of the
tape. If you press REC/˙REC LENGTH an eleventh time, the VCR will
resume normal manual recording.
The OTR timer will begin to count down backwards. When it reaches zero, the
VCR will stop recording and turn off. The OTR light on the front panel display will
light up during the OTR recording.
If you program too much time into the OTR timer
Continue pressing REC/˙REC LENGTH. After the End point you can start over
from zero, adding time in 30 minute intervals.
How OTR affects other controls
If you press PAUSE during OTR, the VCR will pause recording, but the OTR timer
continues to count down.
Press PAUSE again to resume recording from the record-pause mode. The REC/
˙REC LENGTH will not resume your recording.
If you press STOP during OTR, you erase the OTR programming.
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Using Standby One-Touch Recording (OTR2)
Standby One-Touch Recording (also called OTR2) is a programming method to
begin recording within the next 24 hours and record in 30 minutes intervals. Before
you use OTR2, make sure the clock has been set correctly.
1Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
2Select the speed at which you would like to record by pressing SP/EP on the
remote control or on the front panel.
3Set the VCR’s input to tuner by pressing INPUT until a channel number is
shown on-screen or on the front panel display. If L1 or L2 appears instead of a
channel number, continue to press INPUT until a channel number appears.
4Press CHANNEL or the number buttons on the remote or the front panel jog
dial to choose the channel to be recorded. If you are using a cable box, select
channel 3 or 4 on the VCR, and change the channel on the cable box.
Additionally, if you are using an A/B switch, remember to set the switch to the
correct position.
5Press PAUSE/%START TIME on the front panel to set the time when you wish
recording to start (within 24 hours). The start time is displayed on the front
panel. The first time display is the next half-hour increment from the current
time. For example, if it is currently 2:15, 2:30 (next half-hour increment) will be
displayed. Similarly, if it is currently 2:40, 3:00 (again, the next half-hour
increment) will be displayed. Each time you press the button, the start time is
delayed by 30 minutes.
6Press REC/˙REC LENGTH for each additional 30 minutes you want to add to
the OTR2 timer, up to 4 hours. If you see End on the front panel display, the
VCR will record until the end of the tape.
After 30 seconds, the power will turn off and the programmed recording light will be
lit. The VCR will automatically turn on at the OTR2 start time and recording will
begin. When the OTR2 timer reaches zero, the VCR will stop recording and turn off
automatically. If the end of the tape is reached before OTR2 is finished, the VCR
will stop and the power will turn off.
IMPORTANT
Other programs you have set to record may be erased if:
• the start times are before the OTR2 start time
• conflicts with the OTR2
• starts within one minute or less after the OTR2 finishes
If you turn the power on while your VCR is in stand-by for the OTR2, the
OTR2 programming will be erased.
To cancel OTR2
• Turn the power OFF while you are programming the timer.
• Turn the power ON if you have finished programming the timer.
How OTR2 affects other controls
If you press REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel during OTR2 recording, 30
minutes will be added to the OTR2 timer. If you press STOP during OTR2 record-
ing, you erase the OTR2 programming.
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SP
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PROG REC
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Notes about Available Tape and Recording Time
Recording Format
The available recording format is as follows:
When you use a D-VHS tape for D-VHS recording, the recording format is preset to
D-VHS format.
Recording Mode
The available recording mode is as follows:
HS (high speed) : You can record the half duration of STD.
STD (standard) : You can record the same duration as described on the tape.
SP (standard play) : You can record the same duration as described on the tape.
EP (extended play): You can record the duration as three times as described on
the tape.
When you record a digital broadcast in D-VHS format, the recording mode will be
changed automatically depending on the broadcast signal of the recorded program.
For VHS recording, set the recording mode manually by pressing SP/EP.
When playing a tape, the VCR will automatically select the recording mode.
Recording Time
The available recording time is as follows:
Recording format D-VHS
Tape
VHS
D-VHS
VHS
Yes No
Yes Yes
Recording format HS
Analog recording modeDigital recording mode
STD
D-VHS
VHS Yes Yes
SP EP
YesYes
Recording format
D-VHS tape
DF-240
Recording time (when recorded in STD/SP mode)
DF-300
D-VHS
VHS
4h 5h
2h 2h 30m
DF-360 DF-420 DF-480
6h
3h 7h
3h 30m 8h
4h
Recording format
VHS tape
T-30
Recording time (when recorded in SP mode)
T-60
VHS
30m 1h T-90 T-120 T-140
1h 30m 2h 2h 20m
T-160 T-180
2h 40m 3h T-200 T-210
3h 20m 3h 30m
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Using Audio and Video Functions
The audio and video function menus allow you to set things such as listening to the
stereo track of your recording, or setting the tape length to have the remaining time
display function work properly. The VCR will display the functions and settings on
your TV screen. The first section describes the functions, the next section tells you
how to adjust the functions.
Audio functions Video functions
audio monitor Tape (length) D-VHS Tape (length)
normal record PerfecTape Select repeat playback
PerfecTape®Search to blank
counter zero stop
Descriptions of Audio Functions
Audio monitor (Listen to):
This allows you to listen to the various audio tracks that your VCR is capable of
recording.
• Choose Stereo to listen to both stereo channels.
• Choose L to listen to the left channel of a stereo track.
• Choose R to listen to the right channel of a stereo track.
• Mono track is lower in quality than the others. The audio monitor is
automatically set to Mono if you are watching a tape that was not recorded in
VHS Hi-Fi. Set the audio monitor to Mono to hear SAP signal recorded on
the mono track of a Hi-Fi tape.
IMPORTANT
Surround Sound systems: If you have your VCR connected to a surround
sound system, set the audio monitor to Stereo. Surround sound requires
both left and right channels to create the rear channel effects.
When the VCR is not playing a tape, you will see the following displays on the TV
screen for 3 seconds when you change the channel or press DISPLAY.
If you change the channel to: Display
stereo broadcast Stereo
SAP broadcast SAP
stereo and SAP Stereo+SAP
When the VCR is playing a tape, you will see the following displays on the TV
screen for 4 seconds when you press DISPLAY.
The audio monitor you listen to Display
Stereo Audio Stereo
L Audio L
R Audio R
Mono Audio Mono
Normal recording (Record):
When your VCR is recording, it actually records the audio portion of a program
twice: once on the stereo Hi-Fi tracks, and once on the mono track. Additionally,
your VCR can receive Separate Audio Program (SAP) broadcasts. A SAP broad-
cast is an alternative soundtrack for a program; it is often a sound track in another
language. The SAP broadcast is recorded only on the mono track.
Use the normal recording function to record the SAP broadcast on the mono track
by choosing Stereo+SAP. Otherwise, choose Stereo. In either case, the main
program is recorded on the stereo Hi-Fi track. Also, if there is no SAP broadcast,
the VCR will record the main program on the mono track.
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Descriptions of Video Functions
Tape (Tape)
Adjust this function to ensure the accuracy of the Remaining Time display. The
remaining time function does not work properly with a tape that is less than 30
minutes long.
Length of tape Use setting
2 hours long or less
(T-30 through T-120) T-120
160 minutes (T-160) T-160
180 minutes (T-180) T-180
200 minutes (T-200) T-200
210 minutes (T-210) T-210
D-VHS Tape (D-VHS Tape)
Adjust this function to ensure the accuracy of the Remaining Time display.
Length of tape Use setting
DF-160 through DF-300 DF-300
DF-360 DF-360
DF-420 DF-420
DF-480 DF-480
PerfecTape Select (Play PerfecTape)
This function turns on the PerfecTape Select circuitry, which automatically maxi-
mizes picture quality when playing a worn or poor quality tape.
Set the switch to Soft to soften the picture, set it to Sharp to sharpen it. Set it to
Normal when you do not want to use this feature. Use Normal on new or high
quality tapes. If it is set to Auto, the VCR will automatically select the ideal setting
of PerfecTape Select depending on the condition of the tape.
Counter zero stop (Counter zero stop)
This function is used to automatically fast forward or rewind to “0H00M00S” and
stop the tape. See page 45 for more information on this feature.
Repeat playback (Repeat play)
Use this function to repeatedly play a section of tape between two index marks.
See page 46 for more information on this feature.
Search to blank (Search to blank)
Use this function to search the beginning of the blank section of the tape. See
page 46 for more information on this feature.
PerfecTape® (PerfecTape)
PerfecTape function allows you to test the quality of video tapes you will record on.
After each test, the VCR adjusts its circuitry in order to make the best possible
recording on your tape. See page 48 for more information on this feature.
Selecting and Adjusting the Audio and Video Functions
1Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control to see the function menu.
2Press AUDIO/VIDEO repeatedly until the function you want to adjust appears.
3Press 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
The audio and video function menus do not appear:
• when the VCR menu is displayed
• during special effects playback
Tape and D-VHS Tape function do not appear during playback.
Play PerfecTape is displayed only during playback.
PerfecTape displays only when a tape, with its erasure tab intact, is loaded
and the VCR is stopped.
Recording
VCR
Listen to: Stereo
Use ADJUST to select
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Mitsubishi offers 5 ways to set your VCR to record upcoming broadcasts. Choose
from:
D-VHS (digital) Timer Recording
VHS (analog) Timer Recording of Digital Broadcast
VCR Plus+ system programming (easy)
Conventional VCR timer recording
Quick Program (easy) -- VCR does not need to be on to begin programming
You can schedule up to 8 recording events within a one month period.
Clock must be set before any timer recordings can be performed.
D-VHS (digital) Timer Recording
To set the timer recording of the digital broadcast in D-VHS format, set the timer
recording on the integrated HDTV or on the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver,
not on the VCR. Refer to your TV or receiver owner’s guide.
1Follow the steps 1 to 4 of Setting Up Your VCR to Playback/Recording the
Digital Broadcast in D-VHS (digital) Format on page 11.
2Load a D-VHS tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
3Make sure that the D-VHS button on the front panel is lit. If not, press this
button until it lights up.
4Press POWER on the VCR front panel or on the remote control to turn off the
VCR.
5Set the timer recording on the integrated HDTV or on the IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver. Refer to your TV or receiver owner’s guide for this procedure.
The integrated HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver will receive the
program to be recorded on the start time you have set and send the signal to start
recording to the VCR. The VCR will start recording automatically. The integrated
HDTV or the IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver will send the signal to stop
recording to the VCR on the end time you have set, and the VCR will stop record-
ing automatically.
IMPORTANT
The recording mode will be changed automatically depending on the
broadcasting signal.
Depending on your integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver,
the programmed D-VHS recording may not be recorded if you turn on the
VCR while it is in stand-by mode for the D-VHS timer recording.
The programmed D-VHS timer recording may not be recorded correctly
depending on your integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver.
When you connect more than one integrated HDTVs or IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receivers, the D-VHS timer recording of only one integrated HDTV or
IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver will be activated. In this case, while the
VCR is in stand-by mode for the D-VHS timer recording, press INPUT on the
VCR remote to set the VCR’s input to the tuner or press IEEE 1394 INPUT to
select d1 to d5 which corresponds to the receiver or the TV from which you
would like to record.
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When you program both the D-VHS (digital) and VHS (analog) timer recording
When you turn the VCR off, the programmed recording light will appear on the front
panel display, showing that the VCR is in stand-by mode for the VHS timer record-
ing. In this mode, the D-VHS timer recording you have set may not be recorded
depending on the integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver that you
are using. (Refer to your TV or receiver owner’s guide for the details.) If so, you
need to press POWER on the VCR front panel once to cancel the stand-by mode
when the D-VHS timer recording is activated. When you press POWER, the
programmed recording light will be turned off but the VCR power will remain off.
Please note that the VCR cannot activate the VHS timer recording while the
programmed recording light is turned off.
When the D-VHS timer recording is over, press POWER on the front panel twice to
turn on the programmed recording light.
VHS (analog) Timer Recording of Digital Broad-
cast
IMPORTANT
Be sure to connect the VCR and an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver with a video and an audio cable to record a digital
broadcast in VHS format.
1Select the channel you would like to record on an integrated HDTV or an IEEE
1394-equipped HDTV receiver, not on the VCR.
2Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
3Press MENU. VCR Main Menu appears on your screen. Use the ADJUST
buttons to select Program to record. Press ENTER.
If there is at least one programmed recording already entered, you will see the
Recap screen. Wait 4 seconds, and the VCR Plus+ system menu will appear.
IMPORTANT
If you have already programmed 8 recording events, Program memory is full
will appear on your screen for 3 seconds, and then the Recap screen will
appear. Use CANCEL to erase an entry before you can add another one.
4VCR Plus+ system menu appears. See page 33 to learn how to program with
VCR Plus+ system. To pass this screen, press ENTER.
5Program to record menu appears. Channel will flash. Press the ADJUST
buttons to choose the channel you would like to record. Press ENTER.
• Select External L1 if you connect an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver to the rear panel.
• Select External L2 if you connect an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver to the front panel.
Timer Recording
ªVCR Main Menu
¬Program to record
ƒ1394 connection list
√Customize choices
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬VCR plus+ system
Use number keys to enter
the PlusCode number
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or press ENTER to program.
Press MENU to go back.
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
§ 10 TH14 9:00pm 10:30pm SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
Recap screen
¬Program to record
ƒChannel External L1
ƒDay --
ƒStart time --:--
ƒStop time --:--
ƒRecord speed AUTO
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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6Day will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to choose the day on which you
want to record; for example, Monday the 11th.
Your choices are:
• a single day up to one month away.
• every day from Monday through Friday; for example, to tape a soap opera.
To program, press the ADJUST buttons until Monday-Friday appears.
• the same day every week; for example, to tape your favorite weekly sitcom.
To program, press the ADJUST buttons until Every and the desired day of the
week appears.
Press ENTER once you have made your choice.
7The hour numbers of the start time will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to set
the hour when recording is to start. Press ENTER.
8The minute numbers of the start time will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to
set the minutes when recording is to start. Press ENTER.
9Set the stop time the same way as the start time, using steps 7 and 8.
10 Press the ADJUST buttons to set the recording speed:
SP = standard play; EP = extended play; AUTO = auto. Auto speed
programming is discussed on page 35. Press ENTER.
IMPORTANT
If you press ENTER when you set the timer recording incompletely, Current
Program is not completed will appear on your screen.
If two programmed recording times overlap, VCR is already programmed for
that time will display on your screen for about 3 seconds, and then the Recap
screen will appear. The program you have just set will be highlighted in
magenta color and flash for 3 seconds. The start and stop time of the
overlapped program will be highlighted in cyan color. You will need to erase
one of them.
11 The programmed memory will appear on the Recap screen.
12 To program additional recording times, select an empty program line by
pressing ADJUST buttons. Press ENTER. The VCR Plus+ system menu will
appear. Continue the programming procedure from step 4.
13 When you are finished with all programming, check the following:
• Leave an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver turned
ON.
• Turn the VCR power OFF and make sure the programmed recording light is lit.
IMPORTANT
While the VCR is recording a digital broadcast, please do not change the
channel on an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver.
The menu or the program list of an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV will be recorded if it is displayed during recording.
If you record a digital broadcast in VHS format, the picture quality will not be
as clear as that of the original digital broadcast.
If you record a copy protected digital program, the copy protect data will also
be recorded.
Timer Recording
¬Program to record
ƒChannel External L1
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time 11:00am
ƒStop time --:--
ƒRecord speed AUTO
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬Program to record
ƒChannel External L1
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time 11:30am
ƒStop time 1:30pm
ƒRecord speed SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
Recap screen
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
10 TH14 9:00pm 10:30pm SP
§ L1 MO11 11:30am 1:30pm SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬Program to record
ƒChannel External L1
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time --:--
ƒStop time --:--
ƒRecord speed AUTO
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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¬Program to record
ƒChannel 2
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time 11:30am
ƒStop time 1:30pm
ƒRecord speed SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
Timer Recording
Conventional VCR Timer Recording
1Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
2Press MENU. VCR Main Menu appears on your screen. Use the ADJUST
buttons to select Program to record. Press ENTER.
If there is at least one programmed recording already entered, you will see the
Recap screen. Wait 4 seconds, and the VCR Plus+ system menu will appear.
IMPORTANT
If you have already programmed 8 recording events, Program memory is full
will appear on your screen for 3 seconds, and then the Recap screen will
appear. Use CANCEL to erase an entry before you can add another one.
3VCR Plus+ system menu appears. See page 33 to learn how to program with
VCR Plus+ system. To pass this screen, press ENTER.
4Program to record menu appears. Press the ADJUST buttons to choose the
channel you would like to record; for example, channel 2. Press ENTER.
• If you are using a cable box, enter the channel number on which the cable
box sends a signal to your VCR (usually channel 3 or 4).
• To record from an external source, press INPUT or press the ADJUST
buttons to:
Select External L1 for a source connected to the rear panel.
Select External L2 for a source connected to the front panel.
5Day will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to choose the day on which you
want to record; for example, Monday the 11th.
Your choices are:
• a single day up to one month away.
• every day from Monday through Friday; for example, to tape a soap opera.
To program, press the ADJUST buttons until Monday-Friday appears.
• the same day every week; for example, to tape your favorite weekly sitcom.
To program, press the ADJUST buttons until Every and the desired day of the
week appears.
Press ENTER once you have made your choice.
6The hour numbers of the start time will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to set
the hour when recording is to start. Press ENTER.
7The minute numbers of the start time will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to
set the minutes when recording is to start. Press ENTER.
8Set the stop time the same way as the start time, using steps 6 and 7.
9Press the ADJUST buttons to set the recording speed:
SP = standard play; EP = extended play; AUTO = auto. Auto speed
programming is discussed on page 35. Press ENTER.
¬Program to record
ƒChannel 2
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time 11:00am
ƒStop time --:--
ƒRecord speed AUTO
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬Program to record
ƒChannel 2
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time --:--
ƒStop time --:--
ƒRecord speed AUTO
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
ªVCR Main Menu
¬Program to record
ƒ1394 connection list
√Customize choices
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬VCR plus+ system
Use number keys to enter
the PlusCode number
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or press ENTER to program.
Press MENU to go back.
¬Program to record
ƒChannel 2
ƒDay --
ƒStart time --:--
ƒStop time --:--
ƒRecord speed AUTO
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
§ 10 TH14 9:00pm 10:30pm SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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IMPORTANT
If you press ENTER when you set the timer recording incompletely, Current
Program is not completed will appear on your screen.
If two programmed recording times overlap, VCR is already programmed for
that time will display on your screen for about 3 seconds, and then the Recap
screen will appear. The program you have just set will be highlighted in
magenta color and flash for 3 seconds. The start and stop time of the
overlapped program will be highlighted in cyan color. You will need to erase
one of them.
10 The programmed memory will appear on the Recap screen.
11 To program additional recording times, select an empty program line by
pressing ADJUST buttons. Press ENTER. The VCR Plus+ system menu will
appear. Continue the programming procedure from step 3.
12 When you are finished entering the programs you wish to record, check the
following:
• If you have a cable box, leave the box tuned to the station you wish to
record.
• Turn the VCR power OFF and make sure the programmed recording light is
lit.
IMPORTANT
When programmed recordings of 4 and under are entered, only 4 of the 8
program lines appear on the Recap screen at any one time. To see
additional program lines, press the ADJUST buttons to scroll the lines on the
screen.
Cancelling a Recording in Progress
There are two ways to cancel a recording in progress:
Press STOP. The recording stops, but the program is not cancelled. There-
fore, if you press REC, the recording will start again.
Press POWER on the front panel. The recording stops and the program is
cancelled.
Changing while Programming
To change one of your settings (such as start time) while you are programming:
Press ENTER to move forward through the program list.
Press CANCEL to move backward.
Then use the ADJUST buttons to change the setting.
You will cancel the entire program if you press CANCEL while the channel number
is flashing.
Recap screen
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
10 TH14 9:00pm 10:30pm SP
§ 2 MO11 11:30am 1:30pm SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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Programming cancelled
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Timer Recording
VCR Plus+® System Programming
The VCR Plus+ system allows you to program your VCR to record by simply
entering a PlusCode programming number. You can find this number in TV Guide
or possibly your local TV listings.
1Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
2Press MENU. VCR Main Menu appears on your screen. Use the ADJUST
buttons to select Program to record. Press ENTER.
IMPORTANT
If the VCR memory is full, Program memory is full will appear for 3 seconds,
and then the Recap screen will appear. Use CANCEL to erase an entry
before you can add another one.
If there is at least one programmed recording already entered, the Recap
screen will appear. Wait 4 seconds, and the VCR Plus+ system menu will
appear.
3VCR Plus+ system menu will appear. Use the number buttons on the remote
control 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 5-6-7-8. See your local newspaper or TV Guide
for PlusCode numbers.
4If you enter a number incorrectly, press CANCEL. When you have finished
entering the PlusCode number, press ENTER.
IMPORTANT
If the code number you entered is wrong, The PlusCode number is not valid
will display on the screen for 3 seconds, and then the VCR Plus+ system
menu will reappear.
5Use the ADJUST buttons to select whether you want to record your program
once, daily, or weekly.
•Once will record a program one time.
•Daily will record the same channel at the same time, Monday through Friday.
•Weekly will record the same channel at the same time, on the same day
each week.
After you have made your choice, press ENTER.
IMPORTANT
If two programmed recording times overlap, VCR is already programmed for
that time will display on the screen. You will need to erase the previous
program before you can enter the new one.
6Recap screen will appear. The program you have chosen to record will be
highlighted.
The channel number will appear in white color. Make sure that the correct
channel number is shown on the screen. If the displayed number is not
correct, press INPUT to make the number flash, then press the ADJUST
buttons to correct the channel number. Press the ENTER to complete.
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
§ 2 MO11 11:30am 1:30pm SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
INPUT to correct channel
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
Recap screen
ªVCR Main Menu
¬Program to record
ƒ1394 connection list
√Customize choices
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬VCR plus+ system
Use number keys to enter
the PlusCode number
5678----
Press ENTER when done.
Press CANCEL to erase
the PlusCode number.
Press MENU to go back.
¬VCR plus+ system
PlusCode number:5678
ƒOnce
ƒDaily
ƒWeekly
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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7If you wish to change the record speed, press ENTER repeatedly until the
record speed is flashing. Change the recording speed by pressing the
ADJUST buttons. Press ENTER.
8To program additional recording times, select an empty program line by
pressing ADJUST buttons. Press ENTER. You will return to the VCR Plus+
system menu. Continue the VCR Plus+ system programming procedure from
step 3.
9When you are finished with all programming, check the following:
• If you have a cable box, leave the box tuned to the station you wish to
record.
• Turn the VCR power OFF and make sure the programmed recording light is
lit.
If you want to stop the programmed recording after it starts, press POWER on the
front panel.
Quick Program
Quick Program is an exclusive Mitsubishi feature that simplifies the process of
programming your VCR to record. When you press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+
on the remote control, you will immediately see the VCR Plus+ system menu and
can begin programming right away.
You can use this feature even when the VCR is stopped, playing, fast forwarding,
rewinding, or off. (Quick program does not work while using OTR2.)
1Press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+ on the remote control. If the VCR is off,
it will turn on. After tuning your TV to the correct channel or input, VCR Plus+
system menu will appear.
IMPORTANT
If the VCR memory is full, Program memory is full will appear for 3 seconds,
and then the Recap screen will appear. Use CANCEL to erase an entry
before you can add another one.
2Complete steps 3 through 10 in Conventional VCR timer recording. (See
page 31.)
When you have finished, press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR PLUS+ again.
If the VCR is stopped, it will turn off and be ready to record your program at
a later time.
If the VCR is playing, recording, fast forwarding or rewinding, the menus
will turn off, but the VCR power will remain on.
3When you are finished with entering the programs you wish to record, check
the following:
• If you have a cable box, leave the box tuned to the station you wish to
record.
• Make sure the VCR is turned OFF and the programmed recording light is lit
before the recording time.
IMPORTANT
If you press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+, but the clock is not set, Set the
clock menu will appear. Set the clock manually.
POWER
Timer Recording
¬Program to record
ƒChannel 2
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time 11:30am
ƒStop time 1:30pm
ƒRecord speed SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
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VCR Plus+
¬VCR plus+ system
Use number keys to enter
the PlusCode number
--------
or press ENTER to program.
Press MENU to go back.
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
§ 2 WE13 11:30am 1:30pm SP
10 TH14 9:00pm 10:00pm EP
7 E-WE 8:00am 9:00am EP
12 FR15 5:30pm 5:45pm EP
8 TU19 11:00pm 0:30am SP
13 M-F 7:00pm 7:15pm EP
15 SU31 8:00pm 9:00pm EP
46 SU17 7:00am 9:00am SP
Recap screen
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Timer Recording Hints
To use the VCR before timer recording begins, press POWER on the remote once.
This turns the programmed recording light off and the VCR on.
If you use POWER on the front panel for this purpose, press it twice. Pressing it
once turns off the programmed recording light; pressing it again turns the VCR on.
When you are finished using the VCR, turn the VCR power off again. Make sure
the programmed recording light is back on.
After a program has been recorded, the VCR memory of that program 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 menus for programming to record (unless you are program-
ming with the QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+). If the VCR’s memory is full, Pro-
gram memory is full will appear on the screen. If so, you must erase a program
before you can enter a new one.
If a tape runs out during timer recording, the VCR ejects the tape and the pro-
grammed recording light (
PROG REC
) and the tape status symbol ( ) will flash. Load a
new tape and press REC. Recording will resume.
The programmed recording will be cancelled unless you turn the VCR off before
the recording starts. Do not use an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver to turn on or function the VCR while the VCR is in stand-by mode for
the timer recording.
If you forget to load a tape, the programmed recording light (
PROG REC
) and the tape
status symbol ( ) will flash when you turn the VCR power off. (A tape without an
erasure tab will be ejected. To correct this, load a tape with its erasure tab intact,
and turn off the VCR.)
Do not overlap the recording times you enter into the VCR. If you set two analog
programmed recording times to overlap, VCR is already programmed for that time
will appear on your screen. When you set the analog and the D-VHS timer record-
ing times overlap, these timer recordings may not be recorded correctly.
Remember that the VCR will record over the next section of tape. If you want to
save a tape, remove it and instead use a different tape for a new recording.
Your VCR will not record over a tape that has the erasure prevention tab removed.
All rental movies have this tab removed, so they are safe from being accidentally
erased.
Auto Speed Programming
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 for one program. In the first slot, the
recording speed default is AUTO.
Make sure that the Tape video function matches the length of tape you are using.
See Selecting and adjusting the audio and video functions on page 28.
At the point where the recording mode changes from standard play (SP) to ex-
tended play (EP), some noise may be in the picture or sound when playing the
tape.
Timer Recording
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POWER
REC
VCR
POWER
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Program Caution
If your VCR is set to record in VHS format, but the power is still ON within 3 min-
utes before timer recording starts, this screen will appear to remind you to turn off
the VCR.
If the VCR is still turned on 12 seconds before the start time of the recording, that
timer recording will be cancelled.
TV Programs that End on the Day After
If you want to start the recording at 11:00 PM 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.
Program Skip Using Menus
Sometimes you may want to skip one day of a timer recording but do not want to
erase it. Program skip will prevent the recording, for that day only, of a program
you have scheduled to record every day or every week.
1Press MENU on the remote control. Your VCR will turn on and VCR Main
Menu will appear. Press the ADJUST buttons to select Program to record.
Press ENTER.
2Recap screen will display for 4 seconds. While this screen is displayed, press
the ADJUST buttons to place the cursor arrow next to the program you wish to
skip.
3Press STOP. The cursor arrow will change to a
X
.
4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.
To resume recording every day or every week, change the X to the cursor arrow by
following steps 1 to 4 again.
Program Skip Using the POWER Button
If you have entered only one program into your VCR’s memory, you can skip the
program without going into the VCR’s menus. Simply press POWER 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 POWER on the front panel
twice; the programmed recording light will light up again.
Changing Timer Recording Settings
1Press MENU on the remote control. Your VCR will turn on and VCR Main
Menu will appear. Press the ADJUST buttons to select Program to record.
Press ENTER.
2Recap screen will display for 4 seconds. While this screen is displayed, press
the ADJUST buttons to place the cursor arrow next to the program you wish to
change. Press ENTER. You will see the Program to record setting menu.
3Press ENTER repeatedly to select the item you wish to change. Press the
ADJUST buttons to change it. Then press ENTER repeatedly to return the
altered program to the Recap screen.
4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus. Then press POWER to turn off the
VCR. Make sure the programmed recording light is on.
Timer Recording
REC in 3 min
Turn off VCR
program caution
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
2 MO11 11:30am 1:30pm SP
10 TH14 9:00pm 10:00pm EP
X 2 M-F 8:00am 8:30am SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
To turn skip on/off use STOP
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
2 MO11 11:30am 1:30pm SP
10 TH14 9:00pm 10:00pm EP
§ 2 M-F 8:00am 8:30am SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
To turn skip on/off use STOP
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
§ 2 MO11 11:30am 1:30pm SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
Recap screen
¬Program to record
ƒChannel 2
ƒDay Monday 11
ƒStart time 11:30am
ƒStop time 1:30pm
ƒRecord speed EP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
POWER
PROG REC
PROG REC
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Cancelling a Timer Recording before the Recording Starts
1Press MENU on the remote control. Your VCR will turn on and VCR Main
Menu will appear on your screen. Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote
control to select Program to record. Press ENTER.
2Recap screen will display for 4 seconds. While this screen is displayed, press
the ADJUST buttons to place the cursor next to the program you wish to
cancel.
3Press CANCEL. The program is erased.
4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.
TIMER RESET
You can use TIMER RESET on the rear panel to erase both the clock and all timer
recordings.
To use TIMER RESET, press it with a pencil or a ball point pen. The power will turn
off and the clock will be cleared. All timer recordings are erased.
If you have set the Auto Clock set setting of the Set the clock menu to ON, the auto
clock function will automatically set the clock again.
Memory Backup
If the VCR is without power for 30 minutes or less, it will retain the clock and the
programmed settings. The VCR must have been plugged in for at least an hour
beforehand to charge this backup. If the power is lost for more than 30 minutes,
the time and the programmed settings will be lost.
If you have set the Auto Clock set setting of the Set the clock menu to ON, the auto
clock function will automatically set the clock again when power is restored.
VCR Rear Panel
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
TIMER
RESET
TIMER
RESET
¬Program to record
CH DAY ON OFF
§ 2 MO11 11:30am 1:30pm SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
--- -- --:-- --:-- SP
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
Recap screen
Timer Recording
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Editing Features
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
HS-HD1100U ANOTHER D-VHS VCR
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
1Connect an IEEE 1394 cable to IEEE 1394
INTERFACE on the playback VCR and to IEEE
1394 INTERFACE on the HS-HD1100U. You can
use either of the two IEEE 1394 INTERFACE
terminals.
IMPORTANT
Do not pull out an IEEE 1394 cable during
copying the tape.
You cannot copy a tape in D-VHS format from
digital video equipment (for example, digital
video camera) even if it is connected with an
IEEE 1394 cable.
2Set the recording VCR to be able to control the
playback VCR.
To do this, when you use HS-HD1100U as a
recording VCR, press IEEE 1394 INPUT on the
remote control to display d1 to d5 on the front panel
which will correspond to the D-VHS VCR used as a
playback VCR. If you use this VCR as a playback
VCR and the other VCR as a recording VCR, refer
to the recording VCR owner’s guide for this
procedure.
3Put a D-VHS tape with the erasure prevention tab
intact to the recording VCR.
4When you are using the HS-HD1100U as a
recording VCR, make sure that the D-VHS button on
the front panel is lit. If it is not, press the button to
light it up.
5Put the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR
and find the cue point. Press STOP if the picture
starts playing.
IMPORTANT
As it will take a few seconds to automatically
select the recording mode, stop the tape slightly
before the point you want to start copying.
6On the playback VCR, press PLAY, then PAUSE.
7On the recording VCR, press REC, then PAUSE.
8Press the PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same
time to begin copying the tape.
9When finished, press STOP on both VCRs.
IMPORTANT
The programs prohibited from copying or the
programs with copy restriction cannot be copied
correctly. When you use the HS-HD1100U as a
recording VCR and copy such programs, Error
CP appears on the front panel display.
Copying a Tape from D-VHS to D-VHS
When you connect a D-VHS VCR equipped with IEEE 1394 INTERFACE terminal to the HS-HD1100U with an IEEE
1394 cable, you can copy a tape from D-VHS format to D-VHS. You cannot edit the tape while copying from D-VHS to
D-VHS.
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Editing Features
IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver
integrated HDTV
OR
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
HS-HD1100U PLAYBACK RECORDING VCR
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
L
R
L
AUDIO OUT L
AUDIO OUT R
AUDIO IN R
AUDIO IN L VIDEO IN
S-VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
S-VIDEO OUT
R
Use either a video cable or
an S-video cable.
Do not use both.
Copying a Tape from D-VHS to Analog
To copy a tape from D-VHS to analog format, use the HS-HD1100U as a playback VCR and connect to an integrated
HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver with an IEEE 1394 cable. And then connect an integrated HDTV or an
IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver to the recording VCR with an S-video/video and audio cable. The digital signal
which is played back on HS-HD1100U will be changed to analog signal by an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver, and this analog signal will be sent to the recording VCR to be recorded.
1Connect an IEEE 1394 cable to IEEE 1394
INTERFACE on an integrated HDTV or an IEEE
1394-equipped HDTV receiver and to IEEE 1394
INTERFACE on the HS-HD1100U. You can use
either of the two IEEE 1394 INTERFACE terminals.
2Connect the audio cable to AUDIO OUT L and R on
an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV
receiver and to AUDIO IN L and R on the recording
VCR.
3If the recording VCR is S-VHS, connect an S-video
cable to S-VIDEO OUT on an integrated HDTV or an
IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver and to the
recording VCR.
If the recording VCR is standard VHS, connect a
video cable to VIDEO OUT on an integrated HDTV or
an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver and to the
VIDEO IN on the recording VCR.
4Select the external input of the recording VCR.
5Put a blank tape into the recording VCR. If you want
to record in S-VHS, be sure to use an S-VHS tape.
6Put the tape you want to copy into the HS-HD1100U
and find the cue point. Press STOP if the picture
starts playing.
7On the recording VCR, press REC, then PAUSE.
8On the HS-HD1100U, press PLAY, then PAUSE.
9Press the PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the
same time to begin copying the tape.
10 When finished, press STOP on both VCRs.
IMPORTANT
The picture quality of the copied program will not
be as clear as that of the original digital
broadcast.
Digital programs with copy restriction or
programs prohibited from copying cannot be
copied.
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Copying a Tape from Analog to Analog
There are two basic ways to make a copy of a tape from analog to analog.
One way is to use the HS-HD1100U to record and another VCR for playback.
The other way is to use another VCR to record and use the HS-HD1100U for playback.
Regardless of which method you may choose, you will need one RCA audio cable and video cable to connect the two
VCRs. If you do not have these cables, they are available at your local electronics dealer.
IN
1
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
1
L/MONO
R
L
RLR
HS-HD1100U RECORDING PLAYBACK
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN R
AUDIO IN L AUDIO OUT L
VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT R
Using the HS-HD1100U to Record from Another VCR
1Connect the audio cable to AUDIO OUT L and R on
the playback VCR and to AUDIO IN L and R on the
HS-HD1100U. If the playback VCR is mono, use
only the AUDIO IN L on the HS-HD1100U.
2Connect a video cable to VIDEO OUT on the
playback VCR and to the VIDEO IN on the HS-
HD1100U.
3If the playback VCR is Hi-Fi, set the audio monitor to
Stereo.
4Use INPUT to set the HS-HD1100U to External L1
(L1) if you used the HS-HD1100U rear panel jacks,
or External L2 (L2) if you used the HS-HD1100U
front panel jacks.
5Put a blank tape into the HS-HD1100U.
6Put the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR
and find the cue point. Press STOP if the picture
starts playing.
7On the HS-HD1100U, press REC, then PAUSE.
8On the playback VCR, press PLAY, then PAUSE.
9Press the PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same
time to begin copying the tape.
10 When finished, press STOP on both VCRs.
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Editing Features
R
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT
OUT
L
R
L
RL
RECORDING
AUDIO OUT L
AUDIO OUT R AUDIO IN R
AUDIO IN L
VIDEO IN
VIDEO OUT
HS-HD1100U PLAYBACK
Using the HS-HD1100U to Playback to Another VCR
1Connect one stereo audio cable to AUDIO IN L and
R on the recording VCR, and to AUDIO OUT L and
R on the HS-HD1100U.
2Connect a yellow video cable to VIDEO IN on the
recording VCR and to VIDEO OUT on the HS-
HD1100U.
3Set the audio monitor on the HS-HD1100U to
Stereo.
If the other VCR is mono VCR, set the audio monitor
on the HS-HD1100U to Mono. See Selecting and
adjusting the audio and video functions on page
27.
4Set the input of the recording VCR to External.
5Put a blank tape into the recording VCR.
6Put the tape you want to copy into the HS-HD1100U
and find the cue point.
7On the recording VCR, press REC, then PAUSE.
8On the HS-HD1100U, press PLAY, then PAUSE.
9Press the PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the
same time to begin copying the tape.
10 Press STOP on both VCRs when you are finished.
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Advanced Features
Advanced Playback Controls (for analog playback only)
Special Effects
You can use the shuttle ring and the jog dial on the front panel, or ^I and I\ on
the remote to control the playback speed of the tape.
Change the playback speed while tape is paused
1While the VCR is playing a tape, press PAUSE to freeze the picture.
2Turn the shuttle ring on the front panel and hold it to play the tape at a
particular speed (see diagram). If you release the ring, it will come back to the
center position, and the still (PAUSE) mode will resume.
3To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
Change the playback speed while tape is playing
You can change the playback speed with the shuttle ring without entering the
PAUSE mode. To do this, turn the shuttle ring and hold it to play the tape at a
particular speed (see the diagram). If you release the ring, it will come back to the
center position, and normal playback will resume.
You can also change the playback speed while the tape is playing with the ^I
and I\ on the remote control.
1While the VCR is playing a tape, press ^I or I\ on the remote control.
Each press of ^I changes the playback speed by one step in the forward
direction. Each press of I\ changes the speed by one step in the reverse
direction. (See the chart below.)
2To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
After about 5 minutes in the still or slow-motion mode, the VCR will automatically
stop to avoid damage to the tape. The picture may vibrate vertically when you
pause the VCR’s picture.
Advance tape frame by frame
1While the VCR is playing a tape, press PAUSE to freeze the picture.
2Turn the jog dial on the front panel clockwise or press ADJUST + on the remote
to advance the tape forward. Turn the jog dial counter-clockwise or press
ADJUST – to reverse the tape. The faster you turn the dial or keep pressing
the ADJUST button, the faster the tape will move.
3To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
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shuttle ring
jog dial
1/30 reverse slow-motion playback
1/10 reverse slow-motion playback
1/5 reverse slow-motion playback
Reverse playback
Reverse speed search
Reverse high speed search
Reverse fast playback
Press ^| on the remote control
Press |\
on the remote control
High speed search
Speed search
Fast playback
1/5 slow-motion playback
1/10 slow-motion playback
1/30 slow-motion playback
Still
Playback
6
5
4
3
2
17
1 Reverse high speed search
2 Reverse speed search
3 Reverse fast playback
4 Playback
5 Fast playback
6 Forward speed search
7 Forward high speed search
1 Reverse high speed search
2 Reverse speed search
3 Reverse fast playback
4 Reverse playback
5 Reverse slow-motion playback
6 Still
7 Slow-motion playback
8 Playback
9 Fast playback
10 Forward speed search
11 Forward high speed search
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4
3
2
1
89
10
11
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Adjusting the Tracking
automatic tracking
Your VCR automatically adjusts the tape to give you the best quality picture. When
you start playback of a newly inserted tape, 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 TRACKING light will shine steadily.
A certain amount of “noise” in the picture or sound is normal while the VCR is
tracking a tape.
manual tracking
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, or during D-
VHS playback, a mosaic noise, still or black picture may appear. To correct the
picture, you have to manually track the tape.
1While the tape is playing, press and hold SP/EP and turn the front panel jog
dial until the picture is clear of excess noise.
2To continue automatic tracking, press SP/EP again. Automatic tracking will
also resume when you eject the tape.
slow tracking (for analog playback only)
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 ex-
tended play (EP) speed. To adjust the slow tracking, put a tape into slow motion,
then press and hold SP/EP and turn the front panel jog dial until the best picture is
obtained.
Time Counter
Your VCR has a time counter that shows the amount of time the tape has run in
hours, minutes, and seconds. This counter is useful when you want to find specific
points on a tape. The counter will not work when playing blank tapes or on blank
sections of tape, or when the VCR’s power is off.
setting the counter
To set the counter to “0H00M00S,” press CANCEL on the remote control.
You cannot reset the counter if you are using the VCR’s menus.
The counter will reset to “- - H - - M - - S” when you eject a tape. When you load a
tape again, the counter will display “0H00M00S”.
Searching Techniques
Your VCR lets you search through a tape in a number of ways. These include:
Quick search (CM skip) -- 30 second intervals
Speed search -- visually search
Counter zero stop -- direct to start of recording
Index search -- find specific index points
When you record a digital program, there is a chance that it was broadcast as a
non-standard digital signal. This means that while this D-VHS VCR can record the
program, it may not display a picture when you use the visual search function (i.e.
Speed Search). This is not a defect of the D-VHS VCR player.
D (digital tracking) light
PWR.
SP
D
VCR
PLAY
HMS
LR
PWR.
SP
D
VCR
PLAY
HMS
LR
Time counter
JOG/CHANNEL
SP/EP
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Quick search (CM skip)
Quick search 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:
1Make sure that you have set the VCR/TV slide switch on the remote control to
the VCR position.
2While playing a tape, choose the desired search time by pressing a number
button.
The VCR will speed through the selected length of tape, then resume playback.
This screen will show the search time and the gauge. Each mark on the gauge
represents 15 seconds. The marks will disappear, one by one, every 15 seconds
of the search time. You can select a search time up to 3 minutes.
Speed search
Use speed search to visually search through the contents of a videotape.
1While playing a tape, press FF or REW on the remote control. You will see the
picture as it fast forwards or rewinds. Noise bars may appear in the pictures.
2When you are playing the tape recorded in analog format, if you press FF or
REW and hold it down for about 1 second, the search speed will increase.
3To resume normal playback, press FF or REW again quickly, or press PLAY.
IMPORTANT
The fastest search speed that allows you to see the picture is about 30 times
of normal speed. It is normal for the number of noise bars on the screen to
increase and roll from top to bottom as the visual search speed increases.
Using speed search for long stretches of tape may cause the video heads to
become dirty faster.
The fastest way to move through the tape is without a picture, which allows
you to search up to 500 times normal speed (for the tape recorded in analog
format). To do this, press STOP, then FF or REW. If you press and hold FF
or REW for more than 2 seconds, the search speed will slow to 280 times
normal speed (for the tape recorded in analog format).
In order to protect your tapes and the VCR heads, the Fast Forwarding/
Rewinding Speed will be slower than 500x under the following conditions:
1 Use of tapes shorter in length than T-120 (for example, T-30, T-60, T-90).
2 Use of tapes longer in length than T-120 (for example, T-160, T-180, T-210.
Also for DF-300, DF360, DF-420, and DF-480).
3 Activating fast forwarding or rewinding from the middle of the tape.
Speed search may not work correctly when playing back a tape recorded in
both analog and digital format on the same tape.
When you record a digital program, there is a chance that it was broadcast
as a non-standard digital signal. This means that while this D-VHS VCR can
record the program, it may not display a picture when you use the visual
search function (i.e. Speed Search). This is not a defect of the D-VHS VCR
player.
The speed search may not work correctly when playing back a program
recorded by multi stream recording or depending on the program you have
recorded.
Advanced Features
CM Skip
3m00s
§§§§§§§§§§§§
Number
button
Search
time
123456
30 sec. 1 min. 1 min.
30 sec. 2 min. 2 min.
30 sec. 3 min.
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REW
FF
STOP
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Counter zero stop
Counter zero stop allows you to quickly access the beginning of a recorded or
playback section of a tape. The counter zero stop will automatically fast forward or
rewind the tape to “0H00M00S” and stop.
1Press CANCEL on the remote control at the point you wish to locate later. The
counter will reset to “0H00M00S”.
2When you wish to return to the point specified in step 1, press AUDIO/VIDEO
on the remote control. The audio and video function menu appears on your
screen. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until the Counter zero stop function appears.
3Press ENTER to start the counter zero stop.
The VCR will automatically search to the counter “0H00M00S” and then stop. The
VCR may stop slightly before or after the counter “0H00M00S”.
Index search
Index search is a way to find specific points on a tape. Before using index search,
index marks will be placed at specific places on the tape. Index search is then
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.
automatic index marks
Whenever recording is begun from STOP mode, an index mark is automatically
added to the tape. When recording in VHS format, a message will indicate that the
mark is being added.
Index marks are not added when you press PAUSE or REC to begin recording from
the record-pause mode.
manual index marks
To add an index mark yourself, press REC on the remote control while a tape is
recording.
Index marks must be added at least one minute apart.
1When the tape is stopped, press INDEX ^I to begin a forward search; press
INDEX I\ to search in reverse. The VCR will fast forward or rewind and
index search display appears on the TV.
Once the VCR finds an index mark, it will begin playing back the tape from that
point.
2You can press INDEX ^I or INDEX I\ up to 19 times to search for that
many index marks. For example, to find the third index mark ahead from the
point you are at, press INDEX ^I three times. The on-screen display will
count down the number of marks passed before playback begins.
3To cancel index search, press STOP.
IMPORTANT
Index search may not work correctly if the interval between two index marks
is shorter than 5 minutes in HS (high speed) mode, 10 minutes in STD
(standard) mode, 5 minutes in SP (standard play) mode or 15 minutes in EP
(extended play) mode.
Advanced Features
VCR Looking
for index+ 1
⁄‡‚‡‡‡‡‡‡‹
REM 1:40
0h20m08s
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INDEX
STOP
REC
VCR
Counter zero stop
Use ENTER to start
(This screen appears during
analog playback only.)
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repeat playback
You can playback a section of tape over and over using repeat playback. The tape
will play until the next index mark, rewind to the previous index mark, and resume
playing. If there is only one index mark on the tape, then the VCR will play or
rewind to that mark and resume playback. If there is no index mark, the entire
cassette will repeat.
1Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control to display the audio and video
function menu. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until the Repeat play function appears.
2To start the playback, press ENTER.
When the VCR encounters the next mark or the end of the tape, it will
automatically rewind to the previous mark and begin playback again.
The VCR will also search for a blank section of the tape. If the VCR
encounters any blank sections longer than 4 seconds in length, the repeat
playback will begin.
3Press STOP to cancel the repeat.
IMPORTANT
For the tape recorded in D-VHS format, repeat playback may not work
correctly depending on the recording condition.
Search to blank
This feature allows you to find the end point of the recorded part of the tape. The
VCR will stop automatically at the beginning of the blank section of a tape.
1Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control to display the audio and video
function menu. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until the Search to blank function appears.
2To start the search, press ENTER.
When the VCR encounters the blank section of a tape, it will automatically
stop.
IMPORTANT
This feature may not work if the blank section is 5 minutes or less apart in HS
mode, 10 minutes or less in STD mode, 5 minutes or less in SP mode or 15
minutes or less in EP mode.
Displaying the Time Gauge and the Remaining Time
The time gauge is a graphic representation of your position on a video tape. The
left side of the gauge is the tape start (S), and the right side is the tape end (E).
For a T-120 length tape played at standard (SP) speed, each mark on the gauge
represents about 15 minutes. The remaining time display shows the time, in hours
and minutes, left until the end of a tape.
the time gauge and the remaining time automatically appear during:
fast forward and rewind (from a stopped tape)
counter zero stop
index searches
rewinding for repeat playback
search to blank
Turn off the time gauge and the remaining time by pressing DISPLAY twice.
to make the time gauge and the remaining time appear:
Press DISPLAY once. The time gauge and remaining time appear on the TV
screen, and the remaining time appears on the front panel display. They disappear
after 4 seconds when playing a tape.
To turn off the display, press DISPLAY twice.
VCR
Stop
⁄‡‚‡‡‡‡‡‡‹
REM 1:40
0h20m08s
Time gauge
Remaining time display
PWR.
SP
CH
VCR
LR
Remaining time display
(This screen appears during
analog playback only.)
Advanced Features
VCR
Repeat play
Use ENTER to start
VCR
Search to blank
Use ENTER to start
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IMPORTANT
The time gauge and remaining time work by detecting control signals on
recorded tapes. Therefore they do not function while playing blank tapes.
The remaining time display may not show the correct remaining time if the Tape or
D-VHS Tape function is incorrectly set, if you are using speed search, if you are
using a special length cassette (such as T-10 length), or if you are using a VHS-C
tape with an adapter.
The remaining time display may not work correctly depending on your tape.
Displaying the Current Time
The current time is shown in the front panel display or the TV screen. If you have
not set the clock, or if there has been a power failure of longer than 30 minutes, 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:
1Press DISPLAY twice. The remaining time display will be replaced by the
current time.
2To turn off the current time, press DISPLAY again.
Customize Choices Menu
In the Customize Choices menu, there are 6 options that you can set. For each of
the 6 options, start with these 2 steps:
1Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu appears on your TV.
2Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote to select Customize choices. Press
ENTER.
IMPORTANT
Customize choices menu consists of two pages. To display the next page,
use the ADJUST buttons to select Go to next page and press ENTER. To go
back to the previous page, use the ADJUST buttons to select Back to
previous page.
Video mute
When you turn video mute ON, any blank section of tape or many stations with a
weak signal will be replaced by a blue screen. The sound will also be turned off.
When you would like to try to tune in on a weak station, turn video mute OFF.
3Complete steps 1 and 2 above. Customize choices menu appears. Use the
ADJUST buttons to select Video mute. Press ENTER to set video mute to ON
or OFF.
4Press MENU twice to exit the menus.
IMPORTANT
Video mute function may not work properly when you playback a section of a
tape where only audio signals are recording.
Advanced Features
VCR
Stop
⁄‡‚‡‡‡‡‡‡‹
Sun 8:30p
0h20m08s
Current time display
PWR.
PM
SP
CH
VCR
LR
Current time display
(This screen appears during
analog playback only.)
ªVCR Main Menu
¬Program to record
ƒ1394 connection list
√Customize choices
ƒFirst Time Set-Up
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to enter
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒVideo mute ON OFF
ƒAuto power save ON OFF
ƒRF converter ON OFF
ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF
Go to next page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒVideo mute ON OFF
ƒAuto power save ON OFF
ƒRF converter ON OFF
ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF
Go to next page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒRentalXpress ON OFF
ƒSearch w/ Picture ON OFF
Back to previous page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
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Auto power save (auto-off)
When the Auto Power Save feature is turned on, the VCR will automatically turn off
after remaining idle for 30 minutes. If a control, such as a menu function or chan-
nel selection, is used or if there is a tape playing or being recorded, the VCR will
remain on.
3Complete steps 1 and 2 on the previous page. Customize choices menu
appears. Use the ADJUST buttons to select Auto power save. Press ENTER
to set to ON.
4Press MENU twice to exit the menus.
IMPORTANT
When viewing analog broadcast stations through the VCR, 3minutes>Power
off will appear on the 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 the VCR, press any of the buttons.
RF converter
If your TV has audio and video inputs, turn the RF converter OFF. If your TV does
not have audio and video inputs, keep the RF converter set to ON. It is preset by
the factory to ON.
3Complete steps 1 and 2 on the previous page. Customize choices menu
appears. Use the ADJUST buttons to select RF converter. Press ENTER to
select ON or OFF.
4Press MENU twice to exit the menus.
IMPORTANT
If the RF converter is set to ON, you aren’t required to press VCR/TV to play
a tape or to use VCR menus. The VCR light will automatically light up when
you press PLAY or MENU. Be sure to set the TV to the video channel (see
page 12).
PerfecTape®
PerfecTape® is an exclusive Mitsubishi feature that tests the quality of video tapes
you will record on. After each test, the VCR will adjust its internal circuitry in order
to make the best possible recording on your tape.
setting up PerfecTape®
You can set up PerfecTape® to function two ways.
If you want the VCR to automatically test any non-recorded tapes when the tape is
loaded, set Auto PerfecTape to ON.
If you do not want the VCR to automatically test tapes, select OFF. PerfecTape®
will now function only when you start a test. Any tape with the erasure prevention
tab intact can be manually tested.
It will not automatically test recorded tapes – you must choose to test those your-
self.
3Complete steps 1 and 2 on the previous page. Customize choices menu
appears. Use the ADJUST buttons to select Auto PerfecTape.
4Press ENTER to set Auto PerfecTape to ON or OFF.
5Press MENU twice to exit the menus.
using PerfecTape® automatically
1Load a blank tape into the VCR.
√Customize choices
ƒVideo mute ON OFF
ƒAuto power save ON OFF
ƒRF converter ON OFF
ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF
Go to next page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒVideo mute ON OFF
ƒAuto power save ON OFF
ƒRF converter ON OFF
ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF
Go to next page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒVideo mute ON OFF
ƒAuto power save ON OFF
ƒRF converter ON OFF
ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF
Go to next page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
Advanced Features
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The VCR will display the testing status screen. When testing, the VCR records for
one second, then evaluates the recording it made. The entire test takes about 8
seconds. During this time, the PT light on the front panel will flash. If you wish to
cancel the test, press STOP on the remote while the PT light is still flashing.
When the test is done, the VCR will display the rating of your tape for 8 seconds.
On the front panel, the PT light will shine steadily, indicating that the VCR has set
its internal circuitry to make the best possible recording on this tape.
using PerfecTape® manually
1Load a tape that has its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.
2Find a portion of the tape that is OK to record over; this feature will record over
one second of your tape.
3Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control. Audio and video function menu
appears. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until the PerfecTape function appears.
4Press ENTER on the remote to begin the test. During this time, the PT light on
the front panel will flash. To cancel the test, press STOP on the remote while
the PT light is still flashing.
When the test is finished, the VCR will display the rating of your tape for 8 seconds.
Turn off the display by pressing STOP on the remote control.
If you wish to erase the settings, eject the tape. The settings will also be erased if
you press TIMER RESET or if the VCR loses power. After the test is finished, the
PerfecTape function will not appear unless the tape is ejected.
RentalXpress
RentalXpress is a feature, when activated, that will automatically rewind the tape to
the beginning, eject and power off the VCR, after it has reached the blank section
of 30 seconds or longer on any rental tape (or any tape with the erasure prevention
tab removed). To activate this feature:
3Complete steps 1 and 2 on page 47. Customize choices menu appears. Use
the ADJUST buttons to select Go to next page. Press ENTER.
4Press the ADJUST buttons to select RentalXpress. Press ENTER to select ON
or OFF.
5Press MENU twice to exit the menus.
IMPORTANT
While the VCR is rewinding to the beginning of the tape, you cannot use
repeat playback, counter zero stop and index search.
Search with Picture
When you set Search w/ Picture setting to ON, it allows you to search (FWD/REW)
your D-VHS recording with picture. If you turn this setting OFF, you will not see
any picture while “searching”. It is preset to ON at the factory.
3Complete steps 1 and 2 on page 47. Customize choices menu appears.
Press the ADJUST buttons to select Go to next page. Press ENTER.
4Press the ADJUST buttons to select Search w/ Picture. Press ENTER.
5Press MENU twice to exit the menus.
IMPORTANT
Even if you set Search w/ Picture to ON, there may be instances where there
will be a frozen picture or no picture while you search. This is due to the
signal that was recorded. This is not a defect of the D-VHS.
Advanced Features
PerfecTape
Band
High ¤°°°°°°°°°‡‡‡‡‡‡‡›
Mid. ¤°°°°°°°°°°°‡‡‡‡‡›
Low ¤°°°°°°°°°°°‡‡‡‡‡›
Test is completed.
VCR
PerfecTape
Use ENTER to start
√Customize choices
ƒRentalXpress ON OFF
ƒSearch w/ Picture ON OFF
Back to previous page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒVideo mute ON OFF
ƒAuto power save ON OFF
ƒRF converter ON OFF
ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF
Go to next page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒRentalXpress ON OFF
ƒSearch w/ Picture ON OFF
Back to previous page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
√Customize choices
ƒVideo mute ON OFF
ƒAuto power save ON OFF
ƒRF converter ON OFF
ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF
Go to next page §
∫πMENU to go back
∂ ππADJUST to select
≤¥≥πENTER to change
∑ ππADJUST to select
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Advanced Options
Using the remote control to operate your TV
The HS-HD1100U remote control can operate many of the frequently-used func-
tions of your TV. You only need one remote to operate both your VCR and TV.
The HS-HD1100U remote control is pre-set to operate Mitsubishi televisions, but it
can also operate TVs from other manufacturers. To set your remote control for
your particular brand of television, follow these instructions.
setting up your remote control to operate your TV
1Turn off your TV.
2On the HS-HD1100U remote control, set the VCR/TV slide switch to the TV
position.
3While holding in SP/EP, press the code listed that corresponds to the brand of
your TV.
4Press TV POWER on the HS-HD1100U remote control. Once your TV has
turned on, your remote is set up to operate your brand of TV.
If your TV does not turn on, repeat step 3 using the next code listed for the brand of
your TV.
If none of the codes listed for the brand of your TV work, then repeat step 3 several
times, using a different code button until one works. The possible code buttons
are: 0, 1-9, MUTE, VOLUME ª,º, CHANNELª,º and INPUT.
You do not need to perform this set-up again until you change the batteries, set up
your remote for another 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 TV POWER, CHANNEL, VOLUME, and number buttons to operate
your TV.
IMPORTANT
Because of variations among models, some or all codes may not work, or
they may operate different functions than expected for your particular TV. If
this occurs, you may need to use your TV remote control.
Sometimes manufacturers will change the remote control codes for their
products, or they will use more than one code. If this is the case, your
remote may not be able to control your TV.
When you replace the batteries in your remote, the remote may return to its
initial setting (code button 1). Repeat the steps above to reset your remote
control. If you enter a new code, the previous code will be erased.
operating your TV with the HS-HD1100U remote control
1Set the VCR/TV slide switch to TV position on the HS-HD1100U remote control
to tell the remote that you want to operate the TV.
2Point the remote control towards the TV and press the desired buttons. To
once again control the VCR, set the VCR/TV slide switch to VCR position.
Advanced Features
Mitsubishi
Fisher
G.E.
Goldstar
Hitachi
JVC
Magnavox
NEC
Panasonic
Pioneer
Philips
Proscan
Quasar
RCA
Sanyo
Sharp
Sony
Toshiba
Zenith
1, 2, 3
0
VOLUME ª
2, 9
8
MUTE
4
2, 9
CHANNELª,º
6
4
VOLUME ª
CHANNELº
VOLUMEª
0
3, 5
VOLUMEº
7
INPUT
Brand of TV Brand code
buttons
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VCR
TV
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To program the remote control operational setting
The HS-HD1100U has two remote control operational settings, VCR-A and VCR-B.
These are available so you may separately control two Mitsubishi VCRs that are
placed close together. The VCR-A setting can be used to operate any other
Mitsubishi VCR introduced since 1986. Setting the HS-HD1100U to VCR-B will
allow the HS-HD1100U be operated without the VCR responding at the same time.
To program the HS-HD1100U and the remote to VCR-B
For VCR:
1Make sure the HS-HD1100U is plugged in but turned off. On the VCR front
panel, turn the shuttle ring left while holding down SP/EP on the front panel. To
confirm that the VCR responds to VCR-B signals, b appears on the front panel
display.
For remote:
2On the remote, make sure the VCR/TV slide switch is in the VCR position, then
press VCR/TV and number “2” at the same time. The remote will now send
VCR-B signals.
When you wish to operate the other VCR
1On the remote, with the VCR/TV slide switch in the VCR position, press VCR/
TV and the number “1” at the same time. The remote will now send VCR-A
signals.
To reprogram the HS-HD1100U to respond to VCR-A signals again
1Make sure the HS-HD1100U is plugged in but turned off. On the VCR front
panel, turn the shuttle ring right while holding down SP/EP on the front panel.
To confirm that the VCR responds to VCR-A signals, A appears on the front
panel display.
IMPORTANT
Some other models of Mitsubishi VCRs can respond to VCR-B signals. If
your other VCR is one of these models, and you would like to program the
other VCR to respond to VCR-B signals, refer to the owner’s guide that came
with the other VCR.
Some of the buttons may not function or they may operate different features
than expected for the other VCR, particularly, those Mitsubishi VCR’s that are
more than 10 years old because Mitsubishi changes the codes from time to
time.
Child Lock
The child lock feature prevents others from using your VCR. To lock the VCR:
1Press and hold down DISPLAY on the remote control for about 8 seconds. The
LOCK light on the front panel display will light up.
2To cancel the child lock, press and hold down DISPLAY for about 8 seconds,
until the LOCK light on the front panel display goes out.
IMPORTANT
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.
Advanced Features
PWR.
SP
CH
LOCK
VCR
REC
HMS
LR
LOCK light
shuttle ring
VCR-AVCR-B
SP/EP
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Location of Controls
Remote Control
VCR POWER
Turns the VCR on or off. If you have programmed the
VCR to record, you need to turn the VCR off.
EJECT
Ejects a tape.
CHANNEL Up and Down
Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s or TV’s
channel memory.
VOLUME Up and Down
Raises and lowers the sound of the TV. (Operates the TV only)
TV POWER
Turns the TV on or off. You need to program your remote
to operate your particular brand of television.
MUTE
Turns off the TV sound. Press again to restore the TV
sound to its previous volume. (Operates the TV only)
Number buttons
Selects TV stations, enters PlusCode numbers.
Sets quick search (CM skip) time.
QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+
Goes to VCR Plus+ system menu.
Exits the programming screen.
INPUT
Selects between the antenna and any other video equip-
ment that may be connected.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
REW
Rewinds a tape or reverse searches.
FF
Fast forwards a tape or fast forward searches.
STOP
Stops a tape.
REC
Starts recording. While recording, adds manual index mark.
PAUSE
Pauses a tape when recording.
Freezes a frame when playing a tape.
DISPLAY
Displays on the TV screen:
• Time elapsed on the tape
• Time left on the tape, current time
• Channel number and audio reception mode
• Audio channel(s) selected
• Source supplying the VCR with a signal
• If the VCR is stopped, playing, or recording
Turns the Child Lock on and off.
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CHANNEL
EJECT MUTE
VOLUME
VCR
POWER TV
POWER
CM SKIP
QUICK PROGRAM
INPUT
VCR Plus+
PLAY
STOP
REW FF
DISPLAYPAUSE
IEEE 1394
INPUT
REC
INDEX
AUDIO/VIDEO
MENU
VCR/TV SP/EP
ADJUST
CANCEL ENTER
ADJUST
VCR
TV
IEEE 1394 INPUT
Selects an integrated HDTV, an IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver or a D-VHS VCR connected to the VCR.
VCR/TV slide switch
Operates the VCR when set to the VCR position, the TV
when set to the TV position. You need to program your
remote to operate your particular brand of television.
INDEX I\\
\\
\, ^^
^^
^I
Begins index search forward and backward.
Controls the playback speed of a tape.
AUDIO/VIDEO
Selects the audio and video settings to be adjusted.
MENU
Displays the menus. Exits the menus.
CANCEL
Cancels selections on the on-screen menus.
Resets the counter display to “0H00M00S”.
ENTER
Enters selections on the on-screen menus.
ADJUST +, –
Selects and adjusts menu selections.
VCR/TV
Switches between the VCR’s picture and the TV’s tuner.
SP/EP
Changes the recording speed. (SP is standard play; EP
is extended play).
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JOG/CHANNEL
Changes channels when tape is stopped.
Adjusts tracking and picture vibration.
shuttle ring
Fast forwards a tape or fast forward searches by turning
right. Rewinds a tape or reverse searches by turning left.
IEEE 1394 INPUT
Selects an integrated HDTV, an IEEE 1394-equipped
HDTV receiver or a D-VHS VCR connected to the VCR.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
Resumes normal playback from special effects.
STOP
Stops a tape.
PAUSE/%%
%%
%START TIME
Pauses a tape when recording.
Freezes a frame when playing a tape.
Sets the start time in OTR2 recording.
REC/˙˙
˙˙
˙REC LENGTH
Records to the end of the tape by pressing once.
Sets the recording time for OTR recording by pressing
repeatedly.
POWER D-VHS
EJECT
FF
REW
JOG/CHANNEL
SHUTTLE
REC LENGTH
START TIME
OTR2
STOPPLAY REC
PAUSE
IEEE 1394
INPUT
VIDEO IN 2 L/MONO-AUDIO IN 2 -R
SP/EP
cassette slot
front panel display
remote control
sensor
video input 2 jack
audio input 2 jacks
Location of Controls
Front Panel
POWER
Turns the VCR on or off.
If you have programmed your VCR to record, turn off your
VCR.
EJECT
Ejects a tape.
D-VHS
Press to choose between recording in digital broadcast in
D-VHS format or in VHS format. This button lights up
during D-VHS recording/playing.
SP/EP
Changes the recording speed (SP is standard play; EP is
extended play).
video input ˙˙
˙˙
˙ jack
Connect source here, such as a VCR or camcorder, to
record or dub video.
audio input ˙˙
˙˙
˙ jacks
Connect source here, such as a VCR or camcorder, to
record or dub audio.
cassette slot
Insert the video cassette tape here.
front panel display
See the next page.
remote control sensor
Receives signals from the remote control.
Do not block it.
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Location of Controls
PerfecTape® light : PT
Flashes when PerfecTape test is in progress.
Stays lit when test is complete.
D-VHS indicator :
Lights up when D-VHS playing/recording.
play and record lights :
PLAY
REC
These light up when the VCR is playing a tape or record-
ing. The cassette status symbol ( ) will light up when
a tape is in the VCR. The dashes in the center of the
symbol simulate the movement of the tape when playing
and recording.
programmed recording light :
PROG REC
Lights up when VCR is off and it is programmed to
record.
POWER light : PWR.
Is lit when power is ON.
tape speed lights : SP, EP, HS, STD
Indicates tape speed.
time counter/current time/remaining time display
This area displays:
• current time
• time counter showing how long tape has run
• time remaining on the tape
OTR light : OTR
Lights up during recording the program with One-Touch
Recording.
OTR2 light : OTR 2
Lights up during setting up, the delay time of Standby
One-Touch Recording.
lock light : LOCK
Lights up when Child Lock feature is in use.
AM
PWR.
PM
SAP
SP
HS
STD
ST
D
CH
OTR2
LOCK
EP
VCR
PT
PLAYREC
PROG REC
HMS
LR
digital tracking
time counter/current time/remaining time display
play light record light
channel display
Front Panel Display
LR indicator :
L R
L indicates that you are listening to the left channel of a
stereo track, R indicates that you are listening to the right
channel of a stereo track.
stereo indicator : ST
Indicates a stereo TV channel.
cable tuning light :
Lights up when VCR is set to receive cable broadcasts.
SAP indicator : SAP
Indicates that channel has a Separate Audio Program, or
SAP.
digital tracking light : D
Flashes when VCR is adjusting the tracking.
Glows steadily when tracking is finished.
If tracking is adjusted manually, it turns off.
VCR light : VCR
Indicates that the picture is controlled by the VCR.
channel display
Displays cable channel, broadcast channel or input.
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Location of Controls
IEEE 1394
INTERFACE
ANTENNA
OUT
IN
TIMER
RESET
IN
1
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUT
IN
1
OUT
L L/MONO
RR
Rear Panel Jacks
VIDEO INput and OUTput jacks
Yellow jacks are for receiving (IN) and sending (OUT)
video signals to a monitor TV or from another VCR.
AUDIO INput and OUTput jacks
Red and white jacks are for receiving (IN) and sending
(OUT) audio signals. Red signifies the right channel, and
white signifies the left channel. Stereo audio cables are
also color coded red and white. If you are receiving or
sending a mono (non-stereo) signal, you should use only
the left (white) terminal.
TIMER RESET
Erases all programmed recording settings and resets the
clock. Use this button with care.
ANTENNA IN jack
Attach an external antenna or cable to bring in an outside
signal.
ANTENNA OUT jack
Attach a coaxial cable to your TV to send out antenna/
cable signals from the VCR to your TV.
IEEE 1394 INTERFACE
Connects an IEEE 1394 cable to an integrated HDTV or
an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver for D-VHS
recording/playback.
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Important Information
Special Information Concerning Stationary Images or Letterbox Images:
For best performance and longest life, the normal use of a TV should include a mixture of TV picture types. The most
frequently used picture types should fill the screen with constantly moving images rather than stationary images or
patterns. Displaying the same stationary patterns over extended periods of time, or displaying the same stationary
patterns frequently, can cause uneven aging of the TV picture tubes and leave a subtle, but permanent, ghost image.
Most TV warranties do not cover this type of damage to the picture tubes. To avoid this, mix your viewing pattern. Do
not show the same stationary image for more than 15% of your total TV viewing in any one week. Display constantly
moving and changing images that fill the screen whenever possible. We also recommend that you reduce the contrast
setting of your TV when you watch that type of image. When possible, you may wish to use your television’s PIP, POP,
ZOOM, EXPAND or other picture shape controls so that the moving images fill the screen.
Please check your TV’s owner’s guide for other recommendations.
Examples of stationary images include:
•Letterbox top/bottom bars. These are solid colored bars that when showing a widescreen (16:9) image on a
standard (4:3) TV.
•Side panels. These are the solid colored side bars when showing standard shaped (4:3) TV images on a widescreen
(16:9) TV.
•Stock-market report bars. These include the ticker bar constantly running at the bottom of the TV screen on
financial news channels.
•Shopping channel logos & pricing displays. These include bright graphics that are shown constantly or
repeatedly in the same location.
•Video game patterns and scoreboards.
•Bright station logos. Moving or low-contrast graphics are less likely to cause uneven aging of the picture tubes.
•On-line (internet) web sites. In addition, any other stationary of repetitive computer style images from any source
may cause uneven aging of the picture tubes.
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Trouble Checks
If your VCR malfunctions, try the following steps prior to contacting your Mitsubishi Dealer:
1Check the Trouble Checks below to see if there is a solution to the current problem that you are experiencing.
2If the problem is not addressed on the Trouble Checks, the safety circuits in the VCR may be in operation, thus
please try the following: (the clock setting and the timer recording will be deleted.)
1 If possible, press EJECT on the front panel and remove the tape.
2 Press TIMER RESET on the rear panel with a pencil or a ball point pen.
3 If a tape is not loaded, press POWER to turn the power on. If a tape is loaded, wait about 1 minute until the
tape protecting function is complete, then press POWER.
3You may also try the following procedure if the above steps did not resolve the problem. (All settings will be reset to
the default settings.)
1 Press POWER on the front panel for about 8 seconds until “ ” appears on the front panel display.
2 If a tape is not loaded, press POWER to turn the power on. If a tape is loaded, the tape protecting function will
work and “99” will appear on the front pane display to begin count down. Wait about 1 minute until it reaches
“00” to show the tape protecting function is complete, then press POWER.
If the problem with your VCR persists, contact your Mitsubishi dealer for assistance.
Try This...
• Check the power cord and the AC outlet.
• Is the LOCK light ON? If so, press and hold DISPLAY on the remote
for more than 8 seconds until the LOCK light turns off.
• Is the LOCK light ON? If so, press and hold DISPLAY on the remote
for more than 8 seconds until the LOCK light turns off.
• Set the VCR/TV slide switch to VCR position.
• Press TIMER RESET on the rear panel.
• Check the TV’s input setting.
• Check to see that your VCR is not set to L1 or L2.
• Check to see if your TV is set to the correct channel or input.
• Check your TV’s fine tuning, if using an older TV.
• Check your connections to make sure they are secure.
• Check the erasure prevention tab on the tape cassette.
• Check the hook-up.
• Check to see if your TV is set to the correct channel or input.
• Check the VCR tuning.
• Check the input selection on the VCR. Does the front panel display
show L1 or L2? If so, switch it to tuner by pressing INPUT.
• Check that the programmed recording light lights up on the front panel
display.
• Check the clock time.
• Make sure you have turned the VCR off before the start time.
• For D-VHS timer recording:
- Check the IEEE 1394 connection.
- Is an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver
turned on?
- Have you programmed the timer recording on an integrated
HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver?
- The program prohibited from copying cannot be recorded.
• Check the tracking control. Adjust manually if necessary.
• Check the monitor settings.
• Check the quality of the video tape.
Problem
The VCR won’t turn on.
The VCR power is on but no controls work.
You can’t see the VCR’s picture on your TV.
Poor picture when watching the VCR’s
tuner on your TV.
VCR REC button doesn’t function.
No picture during recording.
VCR does not record TV program.
The VCR timer recording does not operate.
Noise in the picture and distorted sound.
Poor or no Hi-Fi sound.
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Trouble Checks
Try This...
• Try automatic head cleaning.
• Clean the video heads using a dry-type video head cleaning cassette.
Do not use a wet-type head cleaning cassette, as it may damage your
VCR. Excessive use of a cleaning cassette could shorten head life.
Follow the cleaning instructions carefully.
• Have the VCR video heads cleaned by a qualified service technician.
• Check that the remote mode of the VCR and your remote are set
correctly (VCR-A or VCR-B).
• Check to see that the VCR/TV slide switch is set to the correct position.
• Change the batteries.
• In order to protect your tapes and the VCR heads, the Fast
Forwarding/Rewinding Speed will be slower than 500x under the
following conditions:
1 Use of tapes shorter in length than T-120 (for example, T-30, T-60,
T-90).
2 Use of tapes longer in length than T-120 (for example, T-160, T-180,
T-210. Also for DF-300, DF360, DF-420, and DF-480).
3 Activating fast forwarding or rewinding from the middle of the tape.
• Be sure to use the D-VHS tape for D-VHS recording.
• You may not be able to record programs which have copy protect data
to prohibit or restrict recording. If you record such programs, Error CP
will appear on the front panel display.
• Try the followings:
- Pull off the IEEE 1394 cable, and leave it unplugged for few
seconds, and then plug it again.
- Turn the power on/off of the IEEE 1394-equipped device which is
connected to the VCR.
- If it is equipped, press the RESET button on the IEEE 1394-
equipped device which is connected to the VCR.
- Turn off the power of the VCR and the IEEE 1394-equipped device
which is connected to the VCR, and then plug out/in the power cord
of each device.
• When you playback the end of a recording, the point where the
recording mode changes or a broken part of the tape, a mosaic noise,
still or black picture may appear.
• The block noise may appear during speed search of the tape
recorded in D-VHS.
• Clean the video heads using a dry-type video head cleaning cassette.
Do not use a wet-type head cleaning cassette, as it may damage your
VCR. Excessive use of a cleaning cassette could shorten head life.
Follow the cleaning instructions carefully.
• Have the VCR video heads cleaned by a qualified service technician.
• The program recorded with the Search w/ Picture in the Customize
Choices menu is set to OFF may not be searched correctly.
• Check the hook-up.
• When you connect more than one IEEE 1394-equipped devices, turn
the power off when they are not being used because leaving the
unused devices turned on may cause a lack of memory and may
interfere with the correct transmission of signals.
• You cannot send/receive the data of digital video equipment (for
example, digital video camera) or a personal computer because the
format is different from that of the HS-HD1100U.
• Is an integrated HDTV or an IEEE 1394-equipped HDTV receiver
turned on?
Problem
Playback is noisy or “snowy”.
VCR remote does not function.
The fast forwarding/rewinding speed is
slow.
You cannot playback or record in D-VHS.
A mosaic noise, still or black picture
appears when playback or speed search
the tape recorded in D-VHS.
No picture or sound from the IEEE 1394-
equipped device.
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Specifications
FORMAT VHS NTSC standard with Hi-Fi audio and D-VHS standard
VIDEO SIGNAL SYSTEM EIA standard; NTSC color
RECORD/PLAYBACK SYSTEM Video -- 4 heads
Audio -- 2 Hi-Fi channels and 1 monaural audio control
Digital -- HS 4 heads
STD 2 heads
ANTENNA 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal
TUNER 181 channels capability
VHF -- Channels 2 - 13
UHF -- Channels 14 - 69
CATV -- Channels 1-125
DIGITAL INTERFACE INPUT/OUTPUT based on IEEE 1394 digital interface, 4 pin, corresponds to S400
HORIZONTAL RESOLUTION more than 220 lines (SP) more than 210 lines (EP)
SIGNAL-TO-NOISE RATIO more than 45 dB (SP) more than 46 dB (EP)
COMB FILTER 3D
TIMER PROGRAM CAPACITY 1-month programmable / 8 programs
MEMORY BACKUP TIME approx. 30 minutes
MAXIMUM RECORDING TIME (D-VHS) 150 min. with DF-300 video cassette (HS)
300 min. with DF-300 video cassette (STD)
(VHS) 120 min. with T-120 video cassette (SP)
360 min. with T-120 video cassette (EP)
REWIND TIME approx. 43 seconds for T-120 cassette
POWER REQUIREMENT 120V AC, 60 Hz
POWER CONSUMPTION 28 Watts -- 6.0 Watts standby
DIMENSIONS 3.7 in Height x 16.7 in Width x 12.0 in Depth (93mm x 425mm x 306mm)
WEIGHT 9.9 lbs approx. (4.5kg)
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES 1 set coaxial cable
1 set audio/video cable
1 IEEE 1394 cable
1 remote control with batteries
1 registration card
A
adding channels .......................... 16
adjusting tracking ....................... 43
advanced options ........................ 50
playback controls ..................... 42
antenna, connecting ...................... 5
jacks ................................... 5, 55
audio
connecting a TV with inputs....... 7
input, output jacks.............. 53, 55
monitor..................................... 26
audio video functions
button ....................................... 52
selecting................................... 27
using ........................................ 26
auto clock function ...................... 17
auto power save .......................... 48
auto speed programming ............ 35
Index
B
backup, memory.......................... 37
batteries, installing ...................... 12
C
cable, connections to .................... 5
cable box, connections to.......... 5, 6
cable tuning light ......................... 54
cancel button ............................... 52
cancel
button....................................... 52
recording in progress ............... 32
timer recording......................... 28
cassette slot ................................ 53
cassette status symbol................ 54
changing recording settings ........ 36
changing settings while
programming ........................ 32
channel(s)
adding and deleting ................. 16
display ..................................... 54
memorize ................................. 15
selecting .................................. 16
child lock ..................................... 51
choosing a hookup ........................ 4
clock setting ................................ 17
CM skip ....................................... 44
connections to
antennas ................................... 5
cable with or without box ..... 5, 6
home theater receiver.............. 10
integrated HDTV or IEEE 1394-
equipped HDTV receiver........ 8
TV w/audio video inputs ............ 7
copying a tape
from D-VHS to D-VHS ............. 38
from D-VHS to analog ............. 39
from analog to analog .............. 40
counter display ............................ 43
counter zero stop .................. 27, 45
customize choices menu ............. 47
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D
daylight savings time ................... 18
digital tracking light...................... 54
display button .............................. 52
displaying current time ................ 47
displaying time gauge ................. 46
D-VHS
button....................................... 53
indicator ................................... 54
tape setting .............................. 27
E
editing features............................ 38
eject button............................ 52, 53
enter button ................................. 52
erasure, preventing tape ............. 20
F
fast forwarding a tape............ 14, 44
FF button ..................................... 52
front panel buttons ...................... 53
front panel display ................. 53, 54
H
head cleaning .............................. 14
I
IEEE 1394
connection ................................. 8
INPUT button ..................... 52, 53
INTERFACE jacks ............... 8, 55
notes about network .................. 9
1394 connection list .................. 11
important safeguards ................... 2
index buttons .............................. 52
techniques ............................... 45
J
JOG/CHANNEL........................... 53
L
loading tapes ............................... 13
location of controls ...................... 52
lock light ................................ 51, 54
lock VCR ..................................... 51
LR indicator ................................. 54
M
memory backup........................... 37
menu button ................................ 52
menus, using ............................... 15
mute button ................................. 52
N
number buttons ........................... 52
normal recording ......................... 26
O
one touch recording (OTR) ......... 23
light .......................................... 54
one touch recording, standby ...... 24
light (OTR 2) ............................ 54
P
pause button ......................... 52, 53
pausing a tape............................. 14
PerfecTape® light ........................ 54
using ................................. 27, 48
PerfecTape Select ....................... 27
play and record lights .................. 54
play button............................. 52, 53
play a tape................................... 13
playback controls, advanced....... 42
power button ............................... 53
program caution .......................... 36
programmed recording light ........ 54
programming
auto speed ............................... 35
cancel ................................ 32, 37
changing settings while ........... 32
Q
quick program ............................. 34
QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+
button ................................... 52
quick search ................................ 44
R
rear panel jacks........................... 55
rec button .............................. 52, 53
record cancel............................... 32
record light .................................. 54
recording
analog timer recording of digital
broadcast ............................. 22
canceling programmed ............ 37
canceling one in progress........ 32
conventional VCR timer ........... 31
current digital broadcast .......... 20
current broadcast in analog format
............................................. 21
D-VHS timer ............................ 28
format ...................................... 25
mode........................................ 25
one-touch................................. 23
Quick Program......................... 34
standby one-touch ................... 24
time .......................................... 25
timer......................................... 28
VCR Plus+ system .................. 33
remote control
buttons ..................................... 52
sensor ...................................... 53
RentalXpress............................... 49
repeat playback..................... 27, 46
rew button ................................... 52
rewinding a tape .................... 14, 44
RF converter setting .................... 48
S
S-VHS quasi playback ................ 13
SAP indicator .............................. 54
SAP broadcast ............................ 26
search techniques ....................... 43
search to blank ...................... 27, 46
setting the clock .......................... 17
shuttle ring................................... 53
skipping programs ....................... 36
special effects ............................. 42
SP/EP button......................... 52, 53
stereo indicator............................ 54
stop button ............................ 52, 53
T
tape function................................ 27
D-VHS ..................................... 27
tape speed lights ......................... 54
tape
copying .................................... 38
loading ..................................... 13
playing ..................................... 13
repeating............................ 27, 46
television, connecting ................ 7, 8
operating with remote .............. 50
time
counter..................................... 43
display current ......................... 47
gauge....................................... 46
remaining ................................. 46
timer recording ............................ 28
timer reset button .................. 37, 55
tracking........................................ 43
trouble checks ............................. 57
TV POWER button ...................... 52
TV/VCR slide switch.................... 52
V
VCR
light .......................................... 54
operating 2 w/ 1 remote ........... 51
setting up ................................. 15
VCR POWER button ................... 52
VCR/TV button ............................ 52
video
input, output jacks.............. 53, 55
mute......................................... 47
volume button.............................. 52
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Warranty
MITSUBISHI
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
LIMITED WARRANTY
MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (MDEA) warrants to the original purchaser of this video cassette recorder
if purchased from an authorized MITSUBISHI Audio/Video Dealer that, should it prove defective by reason of improper workman-
ship and/or material:
a. 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 ninety days from the date of original purchase at retail, we will provide the labor for a warranty repair without charge
at an authorized MITSUBISHI service center.
c. Notice. To obtain warranty service, you must notify an authorized MITSUBISHI service center of any defect within the appli-
cable warranty time period.
1TO 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 from your
MITSUBISHI Dealer, or by writing or calling MDEA at the address and telephone number below. Proof of purchase date from an
authorized 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 WARRANTY 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 you.
2THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER damage caused by: modification, alteration, repair or service of this product by anyone
other than an authorized MITSUBISHI service center; physical abuse to, or misuse of, the VCR; operation 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 electrical 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 maintenance including head cleaning. Consult the operating instructions enclosed with the product for information
regarding user controls.
3ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN, AND ANY REMEDY WHICH, BUT FOR THIS PROVISION, MIGHT
ARISE BY IMPLICATION OR OPERATION OF LAW, IS HEREBY EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED. THE IMPLIED WARRAN-
TIES OF MERCHANT-ABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO A TERM
OF ONE YEAR.
4UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL MDEA BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSON FOR ANY INCIDEN-
TAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF
CONTRACT, OR OTHERWISE.
5Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion or limitation of incidental, special, or
consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
6This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
7BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE, please review the instruction booklet to insure proper installation and correct customer
control adjustment. If the problem persists, contact your nearest MITSUBISHI Dealer for name(s) of authorized MITSUBISHI
Service Center(s). If you are unable to obtain the information, please call 1-800-332-2119, or write us at the address below.
MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
9351 Jeronimo Road
Irvine, CA 92618-1904
MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.
9351 Jeronimo Road
Irvine, CA 92618-1904
www.mitsubishi-tv.com
© 2002 Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc.
Printed in Japan
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For your nearest Mitsubishi Authorized Service Center
call 1-800-332-2119