Mitsubishi Electric HS-U577 Video Cassette Recorder User Manual Front Cover

Mitsubishi Electric Corp Video Cassette Recorder Front Cover

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDEROWNER’S GUIDEMODEL HS-U577VCRPOWEREJECTCM SKIPQUICK PROGRAMVCR Plus+INPUTPLAYSTOPPAUSEINDEXADJUSTAUDIO/VIDEO MENUADJUSTCANCEL ENTERSP/EPVCR/TVDISPLAYREWREC LIGHTINGFFMUTETVPOWERCHANNEL VOLUME2135468790X2VCRTVAs an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc. has determinedthat this product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.This Video Cassette Recorder is based on the VHS format. Only video cassette tapes with the mark may be used with this model.VCR Plus+® and PlusCode® are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.The VCR␣ Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.With VCR Plus+C3® system, this video cassette recorder can automatically select the appropri-ate channel on your compatible cable box or satellite receiver. C3 and VCR Plus+C3® aretrademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
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 alertthe user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosurethat may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literatureaccompanying 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 RAINOR MOISTURE.CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTEN-SION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTEDTO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER’S ATTENTION TO SECTION820-40 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 THEBUILDING, AS CLOSE TO THE POINT OF CABLE ENTRY AS PRACTICAL.CAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENEASY:♦ViewPoint® MenuOperating System♦OTR2 Advanced OneTouch Recording withdelayed start time♦Auto Clock SetSMART:♦Program ConflictWarning♦VHS Hi-Fi audio record/playback♦VCR Plus+® C3 withcable converter control♦Satellite ReceiverControlSpecial Features HS-U577FAST:♦Alfa 500 Precision HighSpeed Mechanism withfor 500x rewind/fastforward speed♦Rental XpressTM – Autorewind, eject and poweroff for a fast moviereturn
1To connect your VCR, go to page 4.To play a tape, go to page 10.To record a program, go to page 22.To learn about Advanced Features, go to page 39.IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS................. 2Hooking Up Your VCR ........................... 4Playback................................................. 10Setting Up Your VCR ............................. 13Selecting the On-screen Language .... 13Memorizing Channels Automatically... 14Satellite Receiver Control ................... 16Adding and Deleting Channels ........... 17Setting the Clock ................................ 19Recording ............................................... 22Recording a Current Broadcast .......... 22OTR .................................................... 23OTR2................................................... 24Using Audio and Video Functions....... 25Timer Recording ..................................... 28Convential VCR Timer Recording....... 28Quick Program.................................... 30VCR Plus+® System Programming ..... 31Timer Recording Hints ........................ 33Editing Features ..................................... 37Using Two VCRs to Copy ................... 37Advanced Features ................................ 39Advanced Playback Controls.............. 39Searching Techniques ........................ 41Displaying Time Gauge, Remaining Time,Current Time ................................. 45Customize Choices Menu................... 46Advanced Options .............................. 49Location of Controls ............................... 52Trouble Checks ...................................... 55Specifications ......................................... 57Index ...................................................... 57Guía de Operación Básica de laVideograbadora ................................. 59Warranty................................................. 61TABLE OF CONTENTSSHORTCUTS
2Please 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 InstructionsAll the safety and operating in-structions should be read beforethe product is operated.2 Retain InstructionsThe safety and operating instruc-tions should be retained for fu-ture reference.3 Heed WarningsAll warnings on the product andin the operating instructionsshould be adhered to.4 Follow InstructionsAll operating and use instruc-tions should be followed.5 CleaningUnplug this product from the walloutlet before cleaning. Do notuse liquid cleaners or aerosolcleaners. Use a damp cloth forcleaning.6 AttachmentsDo not use attachments not rec-ommended by the productmanufacturer as they may causehazards.7 Water and MoistureDo not use this product near wa-ter — for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink,laundry tub, in a wet basement,or near a swimming pool, and thelike.8 AccessoriesDo not place this product on anunstable cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table. The productmay fall, causing serious injuryto a child or adult, and seriousdamage to the product. Use onlywith a cart, stand, tripod, bracket,or table recommended by themanufacturer, or sold with theproduct. Any mounting of theproduct should follow themanufacturer’s instructions, andshould use a mounting acces-sory recommended by themanufacturer.9A product and cart combinationshould be moved with care.Quick stops, excessive force,and uneven sur-faces may causethe product andcart combinationto overturn.10 VentilationSlots and openings in the cabi-net are provided for ventilationand to ensure reliable operationof the product and to protect itfrom overheating, and theseopenings must not be blocked orcovered. The openings shouldnever be blocked by placing theproduct on a bed, sofa, rug, orother similar surface. This prod-uct should not be placed in abuilt-in installation such as abookcase or rack unless properventilation is provided or themanufacturer’s instructions havebeen adhered to.11 Power SourcesThis product should be operatedonly from the type of powersource indicated on the markinglabel. If you are not sure of thetype of power supply to yourhome, consult your productdealer or local power company.For products intended to oper-ate from battery power, or othersources, refer to the operating in-structions.12 Grounding or PolarizationThis product is equipped with apolarized alternating-current lineplug (a plug having one bladewider than the other). This plugwill fit into the power outlet onlyone way. This is a safety fea-ture. If you are unable to insertthe plug fully into the outlet, tryreversing the plug. If the plugshould still fail to fit, contact yourelectrician to replace your obso-lete outlet. Do not defeat thesafety purpose of the polarizedplug.13 Power-Cord ProtectionPower-supply cords should berouted so that they are not likelyto be walked on or pinched byitems placed upon or againstthem, paying particular attentionto cords at plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point wherethey exit from the product.14 Outdoor Antenna GroundingIf an outside antenna or cablesystem is connected to the prod-uct, be sure the antenna or cablesystem is grounded so as to pro-vide some protection againstvoltage surges and built-up staticcharges.Article 810 of the NationalElectrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,provides information with regardto proper grounding of the mastand supporting structure, ground-ing of the lead-in wire to an an-tenna discharge unit, size ofgrounding conductors, location ofantenna-discharge unit, connec-tion to grounding electrodes, andrequirements for the groundingelectrode.15 LightningFor added protection for thisproduct during a lightning storm,or when it is left unattended andunused for long periods of time,unplug it from the wall outlet anddisconnect the antenna or cablesystem. This will prevent dam-age to the product due to light-ning and power-line surges.16 Power LinesAn outside antenna systemANTENNALEAD IN WIREANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)GROUNDINGCONDUCTORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)GROUND CLAMPSPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)GROUND CLAMPELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENTNEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEEXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDINGIMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
3should not be located in the vi-cinity of overhead power lines orother electric light or power cir-cuits, or where it can fall into suchpower lines or circuits. When in-stalling an outside antenna sys-tem, extreme care should betaken to keep from touching suchpower lines or circuits as contactwith them might be fatal.17 OverloadingDo not overload wall outlets, ex-tension cords, or integral conve-nience receptacles as this canresult in fire risk or electric shock.18 Object and Liquid EntryNever push objects of any kindinto this product through open-ings as they may touch danger-ous voltage points or short-outparts that could result in a fire orelectric shock. Never spill liquidof any kind on the product.19 ServicingDo not attempt to service this prod-uct yourself as opening or remov-ing covers may expose you to dan-gerous voltage or other hazards.Refer all servicing to qualified ser-vice personnel.20 Damage Requiring ServiceUnplug this product from the walloutlet and refer servicing to quali-fied service personnel under thefollowing conditions:(a) When the power-supply cordor plug is damaged.(b) If liquid has been spilled, orobjects have fallen into theproduct.(c) If the product has been ex-posed to rain or water.(d) If the product does not oper-ate normally by following theoperating instructions. Adjustonly those controls that arecovered by the operating in-structions as an improper ad-justment of other controlsmay result in damage and willoften require extensive workby a qualified technician to re-store the product to its nor-mal operation.(e) If the product has beendropped or damaged in anyway.(f) When the product exhibits adistinct change in perfor-mance – this indicates aneed for service.21 Replacement PartsWhen replacement parts are re-quired, be sure the service tech-nician has used replacementparts specified by the manufac-turer or have the same charac-teristics as the original part. Un-authorized substitutions may re-sult in fire, electric shock or otherhazards.22 Safety CheckUpon completion of any serviceor repairs to this product, ask theservice technician to performsafety checks to determine thatthe product is in proper operat-ing condition.23 HeatThe product should be situatedaway from heat sources such asradiators, heat registers, stoves,or other products (including am-plifiers) that produce heat.CONDENSATIONLeave the VCR on, without a tape init, for 2 hours if the VCR has beenexposed to sudden changes in tem-perature. Sudden temperaturechanges cause moisture to form onthe metal parts inside the VCR. Thismoisture can cause the tape to stickand damage the head. Leaving theVCR on for a 2 hour period will drythe inside of the VCR.PROTECT THE POWER CORDDo not damage the power cord.Damage to the power cord maycause a fire or shock hazard. Whenunplugging the power cord, pleasehold it by the plug and remove itcarefully.DO NOT PLACE HEAVYOBJECTS ON THE RECORDERHeavy objects placed on the re-corder will cause damage.WHEN NOT IN USEWhen you finish operating the re-corder, always unload the cassetteand turn OFF the VCR POWER.CARE OF THE VIDEOCASSETTE TAPES• Avoid violent vibration or shock.• Do not place in a location wherestrong magnetic fields exist (neara motor, transformer or magnet).• Never place or store in direct sun-light.• Avoid dusty places.• Place the cassette in the cassettecase and store vertically.• Never store tape in a high humid-ity location.INFORMATIONThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant toPart 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal-lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, try to correct the interference by one or more of thesemeasures:• 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 helpChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void theuser’s authority to operate the equipment. If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TVtechnician for additional suggestions. You may find this booklet prepared by the Federal CommunicationsCommission helpful: How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is availablefrom the US Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C., 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
4Unpacking Your VCRAs you unpack your new VCR, please make sure the following items are included:IMPORTANTNever place any heavy objects on top of the VCR. Do not placethe VCR on top of the television because of its instability.Choosing a HookupThe connections shown in this book are general. Individual televisions, stereo systems and satellitereceivers can vary from those shown here. The first diagrams show connections for common equipment.Then, if you are connecting equipment such as a satellite receiver or a Home Theater receiver, you will alsouse those diagrams after you have connected the common equipment.IMPORTANTTo maximize your system for its best performance, your dealercan help you customize these hookups and sell you anyadditional connection accessories that may be necessary tomatch 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. Forexample, to hook up this VCR, a TV, a cable box, and a Home Theater receiver, you will use CableSystem with Cable Box, and Connecting a Home Theater receiver.3If your TV has audio and video inputs, use the diagrams on page 6 in addition to the connections on thenext page.213546879X20PRODUCTREGISTRATIONRegister andWin in the$100,000Give Away II!See inside...• Remote control • 2 "AA" size batteries• Registration card• 1 Coaxial cable• 1 IR emitterHooking Up Your VCR
5Connecting Cable and Cable Box1Connect cable from wall outlet to CABLE INon the cable box.2Connect OUT (or OUT TO TV) on the cablebox to ANTENNA IN on the VCR.3Connect ANTENNA OUT on the VCR to theTV’s antenna jacks (varies by TV).4If your TV has audio video inputs, continue withthe connections on the next page. If not, plug inpower cords of VCR, TV, and cable box.5See page 9 for IR Emitter connection.If your cable box has audio and video outputs,follow the additional directions below. You mayneed to purchase additional sets of audio/videocables for this hookup.6Connect the red and white cable to theAUDIO IN R (right) and AUDIO IN L (left) onthe VCR. Connect the other end to thecable box’s AUDIO OUT RIGHT and AUDIOOUT LEFT.7Connect the yellow video cable to VIDEO INon VCR. Connect the other end to VIDEOOUT on the cable box.VHFUHFVHF/UHFANTENNAOUTINxxxxVCR Rear PanelTV Rear PanelOROptionalUHF/VHF SplitterOptional 300 Ohm to 75 OhmMatching Transformer Optional UHF/VHF CombinerORsupplied coaxial cableORFrom Antenna or Cable wall outletINOUTVIDEO L RVHF/UHFVHFUHFAUDIOANTENNAOUTINVIDEORL/MONOIN 1IN 1LRLRTV Rear PanelFrom Cable wall outletCable Box Rear Panelcoaxial cable provided by cable companysupplied coaxial cableWhiteRedYellowVCR Rear PanelORWhiteRedYellowIMPORTANTYou must use one of the connections shown on this page in order to record television or cable programs.Antenna or Cable Sys-tem without Cable BoxConnecting Antenna or Cable1Connect antenna or cable from walloutlet to ANTENNA IN of the VCR.2Connect VCR ANTENNA OUT to theTV’s Antenna jacks (varies by TV).3If your TV has audio video inputs,continue with the connections onthe next page. If not, plug in powercords of VCR and TV.Cable System withCable BoxHooking Up Your VCRIMPORTANTYour TV Owner’s Guide may have additional suggestions for antenna/cable hookups.If your TV has more than one antenna jack, ask your Mitsubishi dealer for advice on additionalaccessories.
6IMPORTANTYou may need to purchase an audiovideo cable for this hookup.Your TV Owner’s Guide may haveadditional suggestions for audio videohookups.To connect your VCR to a mono (non-stereo) TV, connect only the whiteAUDIO OUT L of the VCR and the whiteAUDIO INPUT of the TV. Since the TVis not stereo, you cannot take advantageof your VCR’s Hi-Fi stereo sound.If you have an older TV without audiovideo inputs, simply connect only theantenna or cable as shown on theprevious page.Connections to TV with Audio Video InputsINPUT-1INPUT-2OUTPUTMONITOR/TUNERS-VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) RAUDIOOUTAUDIOLRVIDEOOUTLRLRRWhiteRedYellowWhiteRedYellowTV Rear PanelVCR Rear PanelBecause you purchased a Hi-Fi VCR, you willwant to take advantage of its superior soundcapability and connect it to a stereo TV systemwith audio and video inputs. This connectionalso helps maintain the best picture quality.1Connect the red and white audio cable toAUDIO OUT R (right) and AUDIO OUT L(left) on the VCR. Connect the other end tothe TV’s AUDIO IN RIGHT and AUDIO INLEFT. Match the colors of the connectors tothe cables.2Connect the yellow video cable to VIDEOOUT on VCR. Connect the other end toVIDEO IN on the TV.3Set the RF Converter to OFF. See page 47for instructions on this setting, which can bedone at a later time.Hooking Up Your VCR
7connecting both a satellite receiver and acable box with audio video outputs1Connect the satellite receiver to the audiovideo inputs on the back of the VCR asshown.2Connect the cable box to the audio videoinputs on the front of the VCR.IMPORTANTYou cannot connect both a satellitereceiver and a digital cable box.You may need to purchase an audiovideo cable for this hookup.You will have to turn on your VCR towatch the video or hear the audio fromthe satellite receiver.Refer to your Satellite ReceiverOwner’s Guide for Satellite dish toSatellite receiver connections, as wellas other possible video connections toyour TV.Connections to Satellite ReceiverS-VIDEOVIDEO L RAUDIOOUTOUTOUTAUDIOLRVIDEOOUTLRRLRWhiteRedVCR Rear PanelSatellite Receiver Rear PanelYellowWhiteRedYellowIf you have an RCA DSS®, Sony DSS®, ToshibaDSS®, Panasonic DSS®, Hughes DSS®,PRIMESTAR®, or DISH Network™ satellitesystem, you can connect the satellite receiver toyour VCR and then set up the VCR to changethe channels of the satellite receiver. This willallow you to program your VCR to makeunattended recordings from several differentsatellite channels.1Connect the red and white audio cable toAUDIO OUT R and AUDIO OUT L on thesatellite receiver. Connect the other end tothe AUDIO IN R and AUDIO IN L on theback of the VCR. Match the colors of theconnectors to the cables.2Connect the yellow video cable to VIDEOOUTPUT on the satellite receiver. Connectthe other end to VIDEO IN on the back ofthe VCR.3See page 9 for IR Emitter connection.Hooking Up Your VCRDSS® is a registered trademark of DirecTV, Inc.PRIMESTAR® is a registered servicemark of PRIMESTAR Partners LP.DISH Network™ is a registered trademark of EchoStar Communications Corp.
82Connect a yellow video cable to VIDEO OUTon the VCR. Connect the other end to theVCR 1 VIDEO INPUT on the Home TheaterReceiver.3Connect a yellow video cable to theMONITOR OUTPUT of the Home TheaterReceiver. Connect the other end to theVIDEO INPUT on the back of the TV.4See your Home Theater Receiver Owner’sGuide for information concerning audioconnection between TV and Home TheaterReceiver, or additional hookups andoperations.IMPORTANTYou may need to purchase two sets ofaudio video cables for this hookup.Connections to Home Theater ReceiverINPUT 1S-VIDEO VIDEO L (MONO) RAUDIORVCR 1 VCR 2 TVAUDIOOUT IN OUT IN INVCR2 MONITORVCR 1OUT IN OUT IN OUTVIDEOLRLROUTAUDIOLRVIDEOOUTRLLRYellowYellowYellowYellowTV Rear PanelVCR Rear PanelHome Theater Receiver Rear PanelWhiteRedWhiteRedYou may wish to connect your VCR to a HomeTheater Receiver so that you can takeadvantage of the Surround Sound audiorecordings that are common with many movies.Home Theater Receivers often will control boththe sound that is heard from the speakers andthe picture shown on your TV. Below is thebasic connection between your VCR and HomeTheater Receiver. If you use this connection,you will not use Connections to TV with AudioVideo Inputs.1Connect the red and white audio cables toAUDIO OUT R and AUDIO OUT L on theVCR. Connect the other end to the VCR 1AUDIO INPUT R and AUDIO INPUT L onthe Home Theater Receiver.Hooking Up Your VCR
9CONVERTER BOX CONTROLVCR Rear PanelIR EmitterCable Box or Satellite ReceiverConnections to IR EmitterYour VCR will be able to send remote controlchannel changing commands to your compat-ible cable box or satellite receiver. The VCRuses the IR Emitter to send these commands inthe same way as when you use the hand heldremote that came with the cable box or receiver.1Connect the supplied IR Emitter toCONVERTER BOX CONTROL on back ofthe VCR.2Run the wire under or along side the cablebox or satellite receiver and place the end infront of the cable box and/or satellitereceiver.Hooking Up Your VCR3Use the double stick tape to secure the endof the emitter in the proper place.IMPORTANTIf you connect both a cable box andsatellite receiver, place the IR Emitter toface the remote control window(sensor) in the front of both. If youcannot place it this way, you canpurchase a dual IR Emitter from yourMitsubishi dealer.
10Setting Up Your VCRThe first thing you need to do is set up your VCR so that you cansee the picture coming from the VCR. It’s important to take a fewminutes to set up your VCR correctly before you try to use it.Based on your type of TV, choose one of the following:TV with Audio/Video Inputs1Turn on your TV and switch it to the correct external input.For most Mitsubishi TVs, this means pressing the TV’s INPUTbutton 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 TVOwner’s Guide for this procedure.2Turn the VCR on by pressing POWER.3You are now watching the VCR’s picture. To go back toviewing the picture from the TV, press the TV’s INPUT buttonto go back to the previous ANTENNA input position.4Later, you should turn the RF converter OFF by followinginstructions on page 47.If your system includes a home theater receiver or an A/Vreceiver, refer to your home theater receiver’s owner’s guide.TV without Audio/Video InputsIf your TV does not have separate audio/video inputs, then yourVCR will need to convert the VCR’s picture to channel 3 or 4.This is called the video channel. The factory has already selectedchannel 3; however, if it is a broadcast channel in your area, thenyou will need to change this to channel 4. To make this change:set up1To choose channel 4; with VCR power OFF, press CHANNELª and REC SPEED on the front panel at the same time.CH4 will display on the front panel and the VCR will sendsignals on channel 4.If needed, to return to channel 3; with the VCR turned OFF,press CHANNEL º and REC SPEED on the front panel atthe same time. CH3 will display.2Turn the VCR on by pressing POWER.operating3Check to see if the VCR light on the front panel display is lit. Ifit is not, press VCR/TV on the remote control until the VCR lightappears on the front panel. This light must be on when youwatch a video tape or use the VCR menus. The VCR light willturn on automatically when you play a tape or use the VCRmenus when the RF converter is set to ON. See page 47.4Turn on the TV and change the TV to the video channel (3 or4). You are now watching the VCR’s picture.To watch a channel that is different than the channel your VCR isrecording, the VCR light must be off. The VCR/TV button turnsthis light on and off.Playback213546879X20VCR/TVPOWERCHANNELREC SPEEDSP/EP
11Operating Your Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries1To remove the back cover, press the ridged area gently, thenpush the cover in the direction of the arrow and lift.2Load the batteries, making sure the polarities (+) and (–) arecorrect. 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 ControlThe HS-U577 has two VCR remote control operational settings:VCR-A and VCR-B. The HS-U577 is pre-set to VCR-A setting.See page 50 for information 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.2Press VCR/TV and the number button “1” on the remote control atthe same time. Now your remote is ready to operate your HS-U577.Loading a TapeTapes 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 turnthe VCR on. Use only tapes that have a or label.1Hold the tape so that the long narrow edge with the contents labelfaces you. The other edge is hinged and should face the VCR. Theplastic window that shows the videotape should face up.2Gently insert the tape evenly into the cassette slot until theVCR automatically takes it in.If the VCR will not automatically take the tape in, press EJECT andtry again.Your VCR will eject the tape if it is loaded improperly. If the VCRejects the tape; remove the tape, check to see that the contentslabel is facing you, that the geared tape reels are facing down, waita few seconds, and try again.Playing a Tape1Press 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 automaticallyrewind to the beginning of the tape and stop.You can stop playing by pressing STOP.You can play back a tape recorded in S-VHS format with standard VHSresolution (S-VHS quasi playback). This feature functions only duringplayback. You cannot obtain the original resolution of S-VHS.Depending on the tapes you are using, some interference mayappear on the screen during S-VHS quasi playback.CORRECTINCORRECT2135468790X 2PLAYPLAYPlayback
12Using Basic Playback ControlsRewinding a tapeWhile the tape is stopped, press REW on the remote control or onthe front panel.Fast forwarding a tapeWhile the tape is stopped, press FF on the remote control or on thefront panel.Speed Search with pictureWhile the tape is playing press FF for forward speed search withpicture or press REW for reverse speed search. See page 41 foradditional information on searching techniques.Pausing a tapeWhile the tape is playing, press PAUSE on the remote control or onthe 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 VCRwill automatically stop to prevent damage to the tape.Controlling Vibration During Still FrameIf the picture vibrates during still frame, press the CHANNELbuttons on the front panel until the picture is steady.Unloading a Tape1Press EJECT on the front panel or on the remote control. If theVCR POWER is off, the VCR will turn on, eject the tape, thenturn off.2Remove the tape.Using repaired tapesWe recommend that you take any broken or torn tapes to aprofessional for repair. If you repair a torn tape with impropermaterials, you could damage your VCR when you play the tape.Head cleaningYour VCR automatically cleans the head and the drum of the VCRwhenever you load a tape. If you see “noise” or snow whenplaying a tape, eject the tape, re-load the tape, then wait 3 or 4seconds. Repeat this process several times to improve the picture.2135468790X 2REW FFPAUSECHANNELREW FFPAUSE2135468790X 2EJECTEJECTPlayback
13Your VCR comes with Mitsubishi’s exclusive on-screen operating system. This system has been developed tosimplify the operation of your VCR with clear, understandablelanguage and design.Before your VCR can receive television channels or you canprogram your VCR to record, you need to memorize all of thechannels you can receive into your VCR and set the clock.Additionally, if you are using a satellite receiver, you need to do afirst time setup to memorizing satellite brand code. Fortunately,your VCR makes this an easy process with our menu system.When using the on-screen menus, use the ADJUST buttons tomove the highlight bar up or down and to change the setting ofselected features. Press the ENTER button to enter a selection oradjustment. Press the CANCEL button to cancel or clear a setting.Selecting the On-screen LanguageYou can set your VCR to display on-screen messages, menus, andfunctions in English or Spanish. You will do this the first time youuse the menus or set any audio and video functions.1Make sure you are viewing the picture coming from your VCR.Press MENU on the remote control. If this is the first time themenus have been used, you will see the menu for selecting theon-screen language.2Press ADJUST buttons on the remote control to highlight thedesired language. The ADJUST + button moves upward; theADJUST – button moves downward.3Press ENTER on the remote control. The menu will change tothe VCR Main Menu.4Press MENU to exit the menus.IMPORTANTThe Select Language menu is unique. While all othermenus can be accessed at almost any time, the SelectLanguage menu will not automatically appear again after itis first set. To see the Select Language menu, press theTIMER RESET button on the back of the VCR, then followthe procedure above. The Select Language menu will alsoappear after an extended power failure.Setting Up Your VCR5468790X 2ADJUSTADJUSTENTERCANCELPress toEnterPress toCancelPress toSelectSelect Language ƒEnglish ƒEspañol ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to select
14Memorizing Channels AutomaticallyUsing this process, your VCR will automatically memorize all of thetelevision stations available to you. You can later get rid ofunwanted or unused stations.You need to manually set the brand code for the a satellite receiver.If your local cable company scrambles some or all stations,and/or requires you to use a cable box, then your ability tomemorize channels would normally be limited. The cablebox receives all of your channels, then sends only one toyour TV and your VCR, usually on channel 3 or 4.If you are required to use a cable box, you should chooseCable box only or Digital Cable box only option in step 4below and turn the cable box on. Your HS-U577 will useits Converter Box Control technology to change thechannels on the cable box. Make sure you have properlyplaced the IR Emitter (see page 9).If your cable box or cable system seems incompatiblewith your new VCR, call your cable company. They maybe able to provide solutions to your problems.1Set the VCR’s input to tuner. To do this, press INPUT on theremote control until a channel number appears on the screen.2Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu comesup. If First Time Set-Up is not highlighted, use the ADJUSTbuttons on the remote to highlight it.3Press ENTER. First Time Set-Up menu will appear. Press theADJUST buttons to select Memorize channels. Press ENTER.IMPORTANTIf you are recording or playing back a tape, Not availablewill 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 buttonsto select the kind of antenna you connected.•Cable if you have standard cable service without a cablebox, use a cable box with an A/B switch, or your cable boxis not remote controllable•Cable box only if you use a standard cable box•Digital cable box only if you use a digital cable box•Indoor/outdoor ant. if you use rabbit ears type or roofmounted type antennasAfter you have selected, press ENTER.∆Memorize channels What type of sources are connected to the VCR? ’Cable ”Cable box only ”Digital cable box only ”Indoor/outdoor ant. ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectƒFirst Time Set-Up Your choices are ≈Set the clock ∆Memorize channels «Add/delete channels ±Sat.receiver (OFF) ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectªVCR Main Menu Your choices are ≈Set the clock √Customize choices ƒFirst Time Set-Up  ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectA special note to cable boxsubscribersSetting Up Your VCR
15Cable Box Brand CodeDigital Cable Box Brand CodeIf you choose Cable or Indoor/outdoor ant.An on-screen message will show you that the VCR is memorizingthe stations you can receive. After the VCR has memorized all thechannels, the screen will return the VCR’s picture.If you choose Cable box only or Digital cable box onlyYou need to tell the VCR which manufacturer makes your cable boxor digital cable box, and on which channel the cable box or digitalcable box sends a signal.5Brand code will be highlighted. Press the ADJUST buttons or thenumber buttons to select the manufacturer’s code number for yourcable box or digital cable box. The codes are listed above.6To determine if the Brand code is correct, press CHANNEL onthe remote. The channel number on the TV screen shouldchange. Then your cable box or digital cable box shouldchange to the exact same number a moment after it appearson your VCR.If your cable box or digital cable box does not change channels atall, or does not show the exact same number, try the next Brandcode, if another is listed for your type of cable box or digital cablebox. Also make sure the IR emitter bulb faces the IR window onthe cable box .If no code number is listed for your cable box, or if none of thelisted numbers work, try each code from 1 to 94. (For digital cablebox, code from 3 to 5 are not functional.)If your cable box or digital cable box cannot be operated by aremote control (if it has a mechanical dial or slide), then your VCRwill not be able to change channels on the cable box.If your cable box will not respond to any of the codes, your VCRcannot change channels on the cable box. You will need tochange channels yourself, using the cable box’s remote control.You should re-program your VCR, choosing Cable in step 4. Whenprogramming to record, you will need to leave your cable box ONand tuned to the channel you wish to record.∆Memorize channels Please enter code from your Owner's Guide: ƒBrand code -- ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectABCArcherCenturyCitizenDiamondEagleEasternG C ElectronicGeminiGeneral ElectricGeneral InstrumentHamlinHitachiJerroldMacomManufacturer Code Number Manufacturer Code Number Manufacturer Code NumberMagnavoxMovietimeNSCOAKPanasonicParagonPioneerPhilipsRCARealisticRegalRegencyRembrandtSamsungScientific AtlantaSheritechSL MarxSprucerStargateSylvaniaTeknikaTexscanTocomToshibaUnikaUnited CableUniversalVideowayViewstarZenith1, 2, 1129, 58, 6529, 6529, 6554, 5817, 18, 19, 61, 62, 636829, 655, 60351,2,3,4,5,41,42,43,44,69,9122, 23, 45, 46, 47241,2,3,4,5,41,42,43,44,69,912859, 61, 6730, 31, 51, 5420, 51, 5227, 39, 40, 49, 50, 6114, 21, 256, 714, 15, 16, 92, 93, 9426, 61, 62, 63, 6414, 21, 2537, 3845, 486855, 565, 14, 21, 25, 2910, 11, 12, 13575, 14, 2914, 21, 255, 14, 29, 65663653, 661,2,3,4,5,41,42,43,44,69,9132, 33, 3448230, 31, 54, 656, 717, 18, 19, 61, 62, 636, 7, 8, 9GIManufacturer Code Number1, 2∆Memorize channels Now memorizing all the stations you can receive Channel 3 Stand by this may take a few minutes  To cancel memorization, press CANCELSetting Up Your VCR
167When the Brand code is correct, press ENTER. The screenwill add a Channel selection.8Use the ADJUST buttons to select the channel on which yourcable box or digital cable box sends a signal to the VCR(normally channel 3 or 4). If you connected your cable box ordigital cable box with audio/video cables, use INPUT to selectL1 (if you used the rear panel jacks), or L2 (if you used thefront panel jacks). You cannot use both digital cable box andsatellite receiver. Thus if you selected Digital cable box only instep 4, you cannot select L2.9After entering the channel number, press ENTER. The VCRwill begin memorizing the available channels. During thisprocess your TV screen and your cable box or digital cable boxshould all display each channel number one by one. You cancancel the memorization at any time by pressing CANCEL onthe remote control.After the VCR has memorized all the channels, the screen willreturn the VCR picture.IMPORTANTAutomatic channel memorizing may include vacantchannels if there are stray signals or noise on thosechannels. If this occurs, you can manually delete thechannels using the procedure in the section Adding andDeleting Channels.You do not need to perform this set-up again unless yourcable company changes their channel lineup, or you movethe VCR to a new address.Satellite Receiver ControlIf you are using a satellite receiver, you can set up your VCR tochange channels on the satellite receiver.1Make sure you are viewing the picture coming from your VCR.Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu appears.2Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote control to select FirstTime Set-Up. Press ENTER.3You will see the First Time Set-Up menu. Press the ADJUSTbuttons to select Sat. receiver.IMPORTANTYou cannot select Sat. receiver if you select Digital Cablebox only in step 4 of Memorizing Channels Automatically(on page 14).ƒFirst Time Set-Up Your choices are ≈Set the clock ∆Memorize channels «Add/delete channels ±Sat.receiver (OFF) ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to select∆Memorize channels Please enter code from your Owner's Guide: ƒBrand code 1 ƒChannel 3 ∫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 CANCELSetting Up Your VCR
174Press ENTER to select the correct code for your satellite receiver.Manufacturer CodeRCA or GE 1PRIMESTAR®2Sony 3DISH Network 4Toshiba 5Panasonic 6Hughes 7none OFF5After you have selected, press MENU twice to exit the menus.IMPORTANTAfter you have connected the satellite receiver and set thebrand code, you need to see if your VCR can control yoursatellite receiver. To do this, use CHANNEL or numberbuttons on the VCR remote to tune to a satellite channel.If the satellite channels appears on you TV, then your VCRcan control your satellite receiver.Adding and Deleting ChannelsIf necessary, you can manually add or delete channels after youhave completed the automatic channel memorizing. You cannot dothis for channels coming from a satellite receiver.1Make sure that video mute is ON. See page 46.2Set the VCR’s input to tuner. To do this, press INPUT on theremote control until a channel number appears on the screen.3Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu appears.4Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote control to select FirstTime Set-Up. Press ENTER.5You will see the First Time Set-Up menu. Press the ADJUSTbuttons to select Add/delete channels. Press ENTER.IMPORTANTIf you are recording, playing back a tape, receiving a videosignal from an external input, or watching a satellitereceiver channel, then Not available will flash on-screen.To correct this, stop the tape or turn off the menus andswitch the VCR’s input to tuner.6You will see the screen for adding or deleting channels. Usethe ADJUST buttons to select the channel that you want to addor delete. Press ENTER to add the channel; press CANCEL todelete it.7When you are finished adding or deleting channels, pressMENU three times to exit the menus.IMPORTANTIf you use automatic memorizing again, you will lose all ofthe manual changes you made. All of the channels youdeleted will be added; all of the channels you added will bedeleted. If your cable box receives only one or two digitchannels, you cannot add a three-digit channel.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 Your choices are ≈Set the clock ∆Memorize channels «Add/delete channels ±Sat.receiver (OFF) ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to select
18Selecting a ChannelNow that you have memorized channels, and added or deleted some, you will want to be able to selectchannels. If you have not yet memorized channels, see page 14, Memorizing Channels Automatically.(If you selected digital cable box, you cannot select any satellite channels.)Antenna/Cable selections Your VCR can receiveindoor/outdoor antenna VHF/UHF channels 2–69cable antenna without box cable channels 1–125cable box only cable box channels 0–99digital cable box digital cable box channels 0–999Satellite Receiver selections Your VCR can receiveSony, RCA, GE, Toshiba, any channel from 100-999 providedPanasonic, Hughes, by your satellite serviceDISH Network™(cable channels 100-125 cannot be selected)Satellite Receiver selections Your VCR can receivePRIMESTAR®any channel from 1-999 providedby your satellite service(cable channels 100-125 cannot be selected)If you try to select a channel number that the VCR cannot receive, the VCR will not change channels.selecting antenna, cable or digital cable channels sequentiallyPress CHANNEL on the remote control or on the VCR front panel. This will cycle through the channels insequential numerical order.When you select the digital cable channels from 100 to 999, holding down the CHANNEL on the remote willadvance the channels in 10 channel increments.selecting antenna, cable or digital cable channels directlyUse the number buttons on the remote control. For example, to choose channel 23, press 2-3. If youselect digital cable channels, you can select the three digits channels directly by using the number buttons.For example, to choose digital cable channel 157, press the 1-5-7.To select a single digit channel, such as channel 5; press 0-5. You can also press 5, then press ENTER.selecting satellite channels sequentiallyPress CHANNEL on the remote or on the VCR front panel. When pressing the up arrow, the lowestsatellite channel will follow the highest antenna or cable channel. When pressing the down arrow, thehighest satellite channel will follow the lowest antenna or cable channel. The other satellite channels willfollow in numerical order.Continuously holding down CHANNEL on the remote will advance the channels in 10 channel increments.selecting satellite channels directlyFor Sony, RCA, GE, Toshiba, Panasonic, Hughes and DISH Network; press the number buttons on theremote. For example, to go to channel 263, press 2-6-3.For PRIMESTAR channels, press INPUT until the channel number with “SAT” appears on the screen.Then press the number buttons on the remote.For one or two digit channel numbers, press the number buttons, then press ENTER. For example, to goto channel 29, press 2-9-ENTER.Setting Up Your VCR
19Setting the ClockYou have to set the clock using either Setting the Auto Clock orSetting the Clock Manually before you can program your VCR torecord.Setting the Auto ClockYour VCR can set the clock automatically by picking up a timesignal which some TV and cable channels transmit with theirbroadcasts. Most PBS stations send this signal; however, thisfunction works only if a channel in your area is broadcasting a timesignal. If you don’t receive this signal, set the clock manually.1Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu willappear.2Press the ADJUST buttons to select First Time Set-Up. PressENTER. The First Time Set-Up menu will appear. Use theADJUST buttons to select Set the clock. Press ENTER.3You will see the Set the clock menu. Auto Clock set will behighlighted. 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, thenset your time zone and daylight saving time. If there are only a fewchannels in your area that carry time signals, it may take about 30minutes to complete. If you turn the VCR on before the correcttime displays, the auto clock setting will be cancelled. See if theclock has been set on the front panel display on the VCR.If the VCR displays the wrong time, the time zone setting may notbe correct. To adjust this, follow the steps in If the VCR displaysthe wrong time. (See the next page.)IMPORTANTWhen you memorized channels, if you chose Cable boxonly or Digital cable box only, make sure you leave thecable box or digital cable box on. At 3:00 am, when theVCR power is off, the VCR will begin to automaticallychange channels on the cable box, one by one, to set theclock. At this time you cannot use the cable box.If you want to use the cable box at 3:00 am, turn on theVCR or set the Clock set of the Set the clock menu toMANUAL. In both cases, auto clock function will becancelled. When you memorized channels, if you chose Cable orIndoor/outdoor ant., the VCR will set the clock as soon asyou turn off the VCR, and at 3:00 am.After a power failure, the VCR will automatically set theclock again. (If you have set the Clock set setting of theSet the clock menu to MANUAL, the auto clock functionwill not work.)Setting Up Your VCRƒFirst Time Set-Up Your choices are ≈Set the clock ∆Memorize channels «Add/delete channels ±Sat.receiver (OFF) ∫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
20If the VCR displays the wrong time1Follow the procedure on the previous page to step 3. Thenpress ENTER.2You will see the Set the clock menu. Channel will behighlighted. If you know the channel that carries a time signal,press the ADJUST buttons to enter the channel. Most PBSstations broadcast a time signal. For fastest response, enteryour local PBS station. If you don’t know it, leave the channelsetting at AUTO. Press ENTER.3Time zone will be highlighted. Press the ADJUST buttons toselect the time zone of your area. Available time zones are:Atlantic, Eastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific, Alaska, andHawaii. Press ENTER.4Daylight savings will be highlighted. Press the ADJUSTbuttons to select AUTO, ON or OFF. If you follow daylightsaving 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 ManuallySkip this section if your VCR has set the clock correctly using theauto clock function.1Press MENU on the remote control. You will see the VCR MainMenu.2Press the ADJUST buttons to select First Time Set-Up. PressENTER. First Time Set-Up menu will appear. Press theADJUST buttons to select Set the clock. Press ENTER.3You will see the Set the clock menu. Auto Clock set will behighlighted. Press the ADJUST buttons to select OFF. PressENTER.≈Set the clock ƒChannel (AUTO) 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Setting Up Your VCR
214Daylight savings will be highlighted. Press the ADJUSTbuttons to select ON or OFF. If you are currently followingdaylight savings, select ON. Otherwise, select OFF. PressENTER.5Press the ADJUST buttons until the correct month appears onscreen. Press ENTER.6Press the ADJUST buttons to set the current year. PressENTER.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 thesame 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 haveset the correct time, press ENTER. First Time Set-Up menuwill 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 Daylightsavings is highlighted, press the ADJUST buttons to select ON orOFF.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.IMPORTANTAny time you adjust this setting, check your programmedrecordings to be sure they are set to the correct times.≈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≈Set the clock ƒDaylight savings ON OFF ƒMonth March ƒYear 2001 ƒDate 18 Sunday 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 2001 ƒDate 18 Sunday 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 2001 ƒDate 1 Thursday ƒTime 12:00pmŁ ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectSetting Up Your VCR
22Your new VCR offers a wide variety of recording options that takefull advantage of our advanced electronics. First, you can learnhow to record a current broadcast. Then, in another section of thisbook called Timer Recording, you can learn how to program yourVCR to record at a later time and day.Recording a Current BroadcastTo record a TV program that is currently playing:1Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.2Set the speed at which you would like to record by pressingSP/EP on the remote control or REC SPEED on the frontpanel.3Set the VCR’s input to tuner by pressing INPUT until a channelnumber shown on-screen. If L1 or L2 appears, continue topress INPUT until a channel number appears. To recordchannels from a PRIMESTAR® receiver, press INPUT until achannel number with “SAT” appears on the screen.4Select the channel you wish to record by pressing CHANNELon the remote control or on the front panel or the numberbuttons on the remote. If you are using a cable box that theVCR cannnot control, select channel 3 or 4 on the VCR, andchange the channel on the cable box, not on the VCR.5Press REC on the remote or REC/˙REC LENGTH on thefront panel.Recording will start. When the VCR reaches the end of the tape, itwill automatically rewind to the beginning of the tape and stop.• You can stop recording at any time by pressing STOP orPAUSE 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 toresume recording from PAUSE.IMPORTANTIf you pause the VCR for more than five minutes, recordingwill stop automatically to protect the tape.If you record in extended play (EP), you will only be able toplay the tape on a VCR equipped for EP play, such as thisone.If you attempt to record on a tape that has had its erasureprevention tab removed, the VCR will eject it. To recordover such a tape, simply place a piece of vinyl tape overthe opening.2135468790X 2 RECPAUSECHANNELINPUTREC SPEEDSP/EPSTOP RECErasure prevention tabRecording
23Using One-Touch Recording (OTR)One-Touch Recording (OTR) is a way to begin recording immedi-ately, and have your VCR stop recording and turn off automaticallyafter your show is over.1Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.2Set the speed at which you would like to record by pressingSP/EP on the remote control or REC SPEED on the frontpanel.3Set the VCR’s input to tuner by pressing INPUT on the remoteuntil a channel number shows on-screen. To record channelsfrom a PRIMESTAR® receiver, press INPUT until a channelnumber with “SAT” appears on the screen.4Press CHANNEL on the remote control or on the front panel orthe number buttons on the remote to select the channel to berecorded. If you are using a cable box that the VCR does notcontrol, select channel 3 or 4 on the VCR, and change thechannel on the cable box.5Press REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel twice. The firsttime you press the button, recording will begin. The secondpress of the same button adds 30 minutes to the OTR timer,displayed on the front panel.6Press REC/˙REC LENGTH for each additional 30 minutesyou want to add to the OTR timer, up to 4 hours. If you pressthe button 10 times, you will see End on the front panel display.The VCR will record until the end of the tape. If you press thebutton an eleventh time, the VCR will resume normal manualrecording.The OTR timer will begin to count down backwards. When itreaches zero, the VCR will stop recording and turn off.If you program too much time into the OTR timerContinue pressing REC/˙REC LENGTH. After the End point youcan start over from zero, adding time in 30 minute intervals.How OTR affects other controlsIf you press PAUSE during OTR, the VCR will pause recording, butthe OTR timer continues to count down.Press PAUSE again to resume recording from the record-pausemode. The REC/˙REC LENGTH will not resume your recording.If you press STOP during OTR, you erase the OTR programming.2135468790X 2CHANNELINPUTREC SPEEDSP/EPRECRecording
24Using Standby One-Touch Recording (OTR2)Standby One-Touch Recording (also called OTR2) is a program-ming method to begin recording within 24 hours and record in 30minutes intervals. Before you use OTR2, make sure the clock hasbeen set correctly.1Load a tape with its erasure prevention tab intact into the VCR.2Set the speed at which you would like to record by pressingSP/EP on the remote control or REC SPEED on the frontpanel.3Set the VCR’s input to tuner by pressing INPUT on the remoteuntil the channel number shows on-screen. To recordPRIMESTAR® channels, see Step 3 on the previous page.4Press CHANNEL on the remote control or the front panel tochoose the channel to be recorded. If you are using a cablebox that the VCR does not control, select channel 3 or 4 on theVCR, and change the channel on the cable box.5Press PAUSE/%START TIME on the front panel to set the timewhen you wish recording to start (within 24 hours). The starttime is displayed on the front panel. The first time display isthe next half-hour increment from the current time. Forexample, 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 youpress the button, the start time is delayed by 30 minutes.6Press REC/˙REC LENGTH for each additional 30 minutesyou want to add to the OTR2 timer, up to 4 hours. If you seeEnd on the front panel display, the VCR will record until the endof the tape.If you have a cable box, a digital cable box, a PRIMESTAR® ora DISH Network™ satellite receiver, leave the cable box orreceiver turned ON. If the HS-U577 does not control yourcable box, leave the box tuned the station you wish to record.After 30 seconds, the power will turn off and the programmedrecording light will be lit. The VCR will automatically turn on at theOTR2 start time and recording will begin. When the OTR2 timerreaches zero, the VCR will stop recording and turn off automati-cally. If the end of the tape is reached before OTR2 is finished, theVCR will stop and the power will turn off.IMPORTANTOther 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 OTR2finishesIf you turn the power on while your VCR is in stand-by forthe OTR2, the OTR2 programming will be erased.2135468790X 2CHANNELINPUTREC SPEEDSP/EPRECPAUSEPMRecording
25To cancel OTR2• Turn the power OFF while you are programming the timer.• Turn the power ON if you have finished programming thetimer.How OTR2 affects other controlsIf you press REC/˙REC LENGTH on the front panel during OTR2recording, 30 minutes will be added to the OTR2 timer. If you pressSTOP during OTR2 recording, you erase the OTR2 programming.Using Audio and Video FunctionsThe audio and video function menus allow you to set things suchas listening to the stereo track of your recording, or setting the tapelength 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 youhow to adjust the functions.Audio functionsaudio monitornormal recordVideo functionstape (length)repeat playbackPerfecTape SelectPerfecTape®counter zero stopSearch to blankDescriptions of Audio FunctionsAudio monitor (Listen to):This allows you to listen to the various audio tracks that your VCRis 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 audiomonitor is automatically set to Mono if you are watching atape that was not recorded in VHS Hi-Fi. Set the audiomonitor to Mono to hear SAP signal recorded on the monotrack of a Hi-Fi tape.IMPORTANTSurround Sound systems : If you have your VCRconnected to a surround sound system, set the audiomonitor to Stereo. Surround sound requires both left andright channels to create the rear channel effects.Recording
26RecordingWhile the VCR is not playing a tape, you will see the followingdisplays on the TV screen for 3 seconds when you change thechannel or press DISPLAY.If you change the channel to: Displaystereo broadcast StereoSAP broadcast SAPstereo and SAP Stereo+SAPWhile the VCR is playing a tape, you will see the following displayson the TV screen for 4 seconds when you press DISPLAY.The audio monitor you listen to DisplayStereo Audio StereoL Audio LR Audio RMono Audio MonoNormal recording (Record):When your VCR is recording, it actually records the audio portion ofa program twice: once on the stereo Hi-Fi tracks, and once on themono track. Additionally, your VCR can receive Separate AudioProgram (SAP) broadcasts. A SAP broadcast is an alternativesoundtrack for a program; it is often a sound track in anotherlanguage. The SAP broadcast is recorded only on the mono track.Use the normal recording function to record the SAP broadcast onthe mono track by choosing Stereo+SAP. Otherwise, chooseStereo. In either case, the main program is recorded on the stereoHi-Fi track. Also, if there is no SAP broadcast, the VCR will recordthe main program on the mono track.Descriptions of Video FunctionsTapeAdjust this function to ensure the accuracy of the Remaining Timedisplay. The remaining time function does not work properly with atape that is less than 30 minutes long.Length of tape Use Setting2 hours long or less(T-30 through T-120) T-120160 minutes (T-160) T-160180 minutes (T-180) T-180200 minutes (T-200) T-200210 minutes (T-210) T-210PerfecTape Select (Play PerfecTape)This function turns on the PerfecTape Select circuitry, whichautomatically maximizes picture quality when playing a worn or poorquality tape.Set the switch to Soft to soften the picture, set it to Sharp tosharpen it. Set it to Normal when you do not want to use thisfeature. Use Normal on new or high quality tapes. If it is set toAuto, the VCR will automatically select the ideal setting ofPerfecTape Select depending on the condition of the tape.
27Counter zero stop (Counter zero stop)This function is used to automatically fast forward or rewind to“0h00m00s” and stop the tape. See page 42 for more informationon this feature.Repeat playback (Repeat play)Use this function to repeatedly play a section of tape between twoindex marks. See page 44 for more information on this feature.PerfecTape®PerfecTape function allows you to test the quality of video tapesyou will record on. After each test, the VCR adjusts its circuitry inorder to make the best possible recording on your tape. See page47 for more information on this feature.Search to blank (Search to blank)Use this function to search the beginning of the blank section of thetape. See page 44 for more information on this feature.Selecting and adjusting the audio and video functions1Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control to see the functionmenu.2Press AUDIO/VIDEO repeatedly until the function you want toadjust appears.3Press the ADJUST buttons on the remote to adjust the setting.The functions will disappear if you do not press any buttons for 5seconds.IMPORTANTThe audio and video function menus do not appear:• when the VCR menu is displayed• during special effects playbackTape function does not appear during playback.Play PerfecTape is displayed only during playback.PerfecTape® displays only when a tape, with its erasuretab intact, is loaded and the VCR is stopped.2135468790AUDIO/VIDEOADJUSTADJUSTX 2VCRListen to: StereoUse ADJUST to selectRecording
28Mitsubishi offers 3 ways to set your VCR to record upcomingbroadcasts. Choose from:Conventional VCR timer recordingQuick Program (easy) -- VCR does not need to be on tobegin programmingVCR Plus+® system programming (easy)You can schedule up to 8 recording events within a one monthperiod.Clock must be set before any timer recordings can be performed.Conventional VCR Timer Recording1Load 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 alreadyentered, you will see the Recap screen. Wait 4 seconds,and the VCR gold Plus+ Program menu will appear.IMPORTANTIf you have already programmed 8 recording events,Program memory is full will appear on your screen for3 seconds, and then the Recap screen will appear.Use CANCEL to erase an entry before you can addanother one.3VCR gold Plus+ Program menu appears. See page 31 tolearn how to program with VCR Plus+®. To pass thisscreen, press ENTER.4Program to record menu appears. Press the ADJUSTbuttons to choose the channel you would like to record; forexample, channel 2. Press ENTER.• If you are using a cable box that the VCR cannotcontrol, enter the channel number on which the cablebox sends a signal to your VCR (usually channel 3 or4).• If you are recording from a DSS®, PRIMESTAR® orDISH Network™ satellite receiver, simply choosethe channel you would like to record; for example,channel 245. SAT will display next to the channelnumber.• To record from an external source, press INPUT orpress the ADJUST buttons to:Select External L1 for a source connected to the rearpanel.Select External L2 for a source connected to the frontpanel.ªVCR Main Menu  Your choices are ¬Program to record √Customize choices ƒFirst Time Set-Up ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to select ¬VCR gold plus+ Program 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§ 10 TH15 9:00pm 10:30pm SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectRecap screenTimer Recording¬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
295Day will flash. Press the ADJUST buttons to choose the dayon which you want to record; for example, Monday the 12th.Your choices are:• a single day up to one month away• every day from Monday through Friday; for example, totape a soap opera. To program, press the ADJUSTbuttons until Monday-Friday appears.• the same day every week; for example, to tape your favoriteweekly sitcom. To program, press the ADJUST buttons untilEvery 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 theADJUST buttons to set the hour when recording is to start.Press ENTER.7The minute numbers of the start time will flash. Press theADJUST 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 6and 7.9Press the ADJUST buttons to set the recording speed:SP = standard play; EP = extended play; AUTO = auto. Autospeed programming is discussed on page 34. Press ENTER.IMPORTANTIf you press ENTER when you set the timer recordingincompletely, Program is not completed will appear on yourscreen.If two programmed recording times overlap, VCR isalready programmed for that time will display on yourscreen for about 3 seconds, and then the Recap screenwill appear. The program you have just set will flash for 3seconds and the start time and the stop time will be shownin red letters. The start and stop time of the overlappedprogram will be highlighted in red color. You will need toerase one of them.10 The programmed memory will appear on the Recap screen.“S” next to the channel number indicates satellite channels.11 To program additional recording times, select an emptyprogram line by pressing ADJUST buttons. Press ENTER.The VCR gold Plus+ Program to record menu will appear.Continue the programming procedure from step 3.12 When you are finished with all programming, check thefollowing:• If you have a cable box, a digital cable box, aPRIMESTAR® or a DISH Network™ satellite receiver, leavethe cable box or receiver turned ON.• If your VCR does not control your cable box, leave the boxtuned to the station you wish to record.• Turn the VCR power OFF and make sure the programmedrecording light is lit.¬Program to record ƒChannel 2 ƒDay Monday 12 ƒStart time 11:00am 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 TH15 9:00pm 10:30pm SP§ 2 MO12 11:30am 1:30pm SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to select¬Program to record ƒChannel 2 ƒDay Monday 12 ƒStart time --:-- 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 12 ƒStart time 11:00am ƒStop time --:-- ƒRecord speed AUTO ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectTimer Recording
30IMPORTANTWhen programmed recording of 4 and under areentered, only 4 of the 8 program lines appear on theRecap screen at any one time. To see additionalprogram lines, press the ADJUST buttons to scroll thelines on the screen.Canceling a recording in progressThere are two ways to cancel a recording in progress:Press STOP. The recording stops, but the program is notcancelled. Therefore, if you press REC, the recordingwill start again.Press POWER on the front panel. The recording stopsand the program is cancelled.Changing while programmingTo change one of your settings (such as start time) while youare 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 whilethe channel number is flashing.Quick ProgramQuick Program is an exclusive Mitsubishi feature thatsimplifies the process of programming your VCR to record.When you press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+ on theremote control, you will immediately see the VCR gold Plus+Program menu and can begin programming right away.You can use this feature even when the VCR is stopped,playing, recording, fast forwarding, rewinding, or off. (Quickprogram does not work while using OTR2.)1Press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+ on the remotecontrol. If the VCR is off, it will turn on. After tuning yourTV to the correct channel or input, VCR gold Plus+Program menu will appear.IMPORTANTIf the VCR memory is full, Program memory is full willappear for 3 seconds, and then the Recap screen willappear. Use CANCEL to erase an entry before youcan add another one.POWER2135468790X 2STOPSTOPProgramming not cancelledProgramming cancelled2135468790X 2QUICK PROGRAM¬VCR gold plus+ Program Use number keys to enter the PlusCode number -------- or press ENTER to program. Press MENU to go back.Timer Recording8790ADJUSTADJUSTENTERCANCELforwardbackwardadjustX 2
312Complete steps 3 through 10 in Conventional VCR timerrecording. (See page 28.)When you have finished, press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+again.If the VCR is stopped, it will turn off and be ready to recordyour 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 all programming, check thefollowing:• If you have a cable box, a digital cable box, aPRIMESTAR® or a DISH Network™ satellite receiver, leavethe cable box or receiver turned ON.• If your VCR does not control your cable box, leave the boxtuned to the station you wish to record.• Make sure the VCR is turned OFF and the programmedrecording light is lit before the recording time.IMPORTANTIf you press QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+, but the clockis not set, Set the clock menu will appear. Set the clockmanually.VCR Plus+® System ProgrammingThe VCR Plus+® system allows you to program your VCR to recordby simply entering a PlusCode programming number. You can findthis 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. Usethe ADJUST buttons to select Program to record. PressENTER.IMPORTANTIf the VCR memory is full, Program memory is full willappear for 3 seconds, and then the Recap screen willappear. Use CANCEL to erase an entry before you canadd another one.If there is at least one programmed recording already entered,the Recap screen will appear. Wait 4 seconds, and the VCRgold Plus+ Program menu will appear.3VCR gold Plus+ Program menu will appear. Use the numberbuttons on the remote control to enter the PlusCode number forthe television show you want to record. For example, if thePlusCode number for the program you want to record is 5678,simply enter 5-6-7-8. See your local newspaper or TV Guidefor PlusCode numbers.ªVCR Main Menu  Your choices are ¬Program to record √Customize choices ƒFirst Time Set-Up ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to select ¬VCR gold plus+ Program 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.Timer Recording¬Program to record CH DAY ON OFF§ 2 TU14 11:30am 1:30pm SP 10 TH15 9:00pm 10:00pm EP 7 E-WE 8:00am 9:00am EP S125 FR16 5:30pm 5:45pm EP 8 TU20 11:00pm 0:30am SP S980 M-F 7:00pm 7:15pm EP 15 SU 1 8:00pm 9:00pm EP 46 SU18 7:00am 9:00am SPRecap screen
324If you enter a number incorrectly, press CANCEL. When youhave finished entering the PlusCode number, press ENTER.IMPORTANTIf the code number you entered is wrong, PlusCode Not avalid number will display on the screen for 3 seconds, andthen the VCR gold Plus+ Program menu will reappear.5Use the ADJUST buttons to select whether you want to recordyour 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, onthe same day each week.After you have made your choice, press ENTER.IMPORTANTIf two programmed recording times overlap, VCR isalready programmed for that time will display on thescreen. You will need to erase the previous programbefore you can enter the new one.6Recap screen will appear. The program you have chosen torecord will be highlighted.The channel number will appear in blue color. Make sure thatthe correct channel number is shown on the screen. If thedisplayed number is not correct, press INPUT to make thenumber flash, then press the ADJUST buttons to correct thechannel number. Press the ENTER to complete. “S” willappear next to the channel number when you select a satellitechannel.7If you wish to change the record speed, press ENTERrepeatedly until the record speed is flashing. Change therecording speed by pressing the ADJUST buttons. PressENTER.8To program additional recording times, select an emptyprogram line by pressing the ADJUST buttons. Press ENTER.You will return to the VCR gold Plus+ Program menu.Continue the VCR Plus+® programming procedure from step 3.9When you are finished with all programming, check thefollowing:• If you have a cable box, a digital cable box, aPRIMESTAR® or a DISH Network™ satellite receiver, leavethe cable box or receiver turned ON.• If your VCR does not control your cable box, leave the boxtuned to the station you wish to record.• Turn the VCR power OFF and make sure the programmedrecording light is lit.If you want to stop the programmed recording after it starts, pressPOWER on the front panel.¬Program to record PlusCode number:5678 ƒOnce ƒDaily ƒWeekly ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectTimer Recording¬Program to record CH DAY ON OFF§ 2 MO12 11:30am 1:30pm SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP INPUT to correct channel ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectRecap screenPOWER
33Timer Recording HintsTo use the VCR before timer recording begins, press POWER onthe remote once. This turns the programmed recording light offand the VCR on. If you use POWER on the front panel for thispurpose, press it twice. Pressing it once turns off the programmedrecording light; pressing it again turns the VCR on.When you are finished using the VCR, turn the VCR power offagain. Make sure the programmed recording light is back on.After a program has been recorded, the VCR memory of thatprogram is cleared (unless you have scheduled the VCR to recordthe program every day or every week).If there is already a program in the VCR’s memory, you will see theRecap screen when you bring up the menus for programming torecord (unless you are programming with the QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+). If the VCR’s memory is full, Program memory is fullwill appear on the screen. If so, you must erase a program beforeyou can enter a new one.If a tape runs out during timer recording, the VCR ejects the tapeand the programmed recording light will flash. Load a new tapeand press REC. Recording will resume.If you forget to load a tape, the programmed recording light willflash when you turn the VCR power off. (A tape without an erasuretab will be ejected. To correct this, load a tape with its erasure tabintact, and turn off the VCR.)Do not overlap the recording times you enter into the VCR. If youset two programmed recording times overlap, VCR is alreadyprogrammed for that time will appear on your screen.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 differenttape for a new recording.Your VCR will not record over a tape that has the erasureprevention tab removed. All rental movies have this tab removed,so they are safe from being accidentally erased.2135468790X 2 RECVCRPOWERRECPOWERTimer Recording
34Auto speed programmingUse auto speed programming if you want to record as much of theprogram as possible in standard play (SP) speed, but you want theVCR to automatically switch to extended play (EP) if there is notenough tape left.Auto speed programming is only available for one program. In thefirst slot, the recording speed default is AUTO.Make sure that the Tape video function matches the length of tapeyou are using. See Selecting and adjusting the audio andvideo functions on page 27.At the point where the recording mode changes from standard play(SP) to extended play (EP), some noise may be in the picture orsound when playing the tape.Program cautionIf your VCR is set to record, but the power is still ON within 3minutes before timer recording starts, this screen will appear toremind you to turn off the VCR.If the VCR is still turned on 12 seconds before the start time of therecording, that timer recording will be cancelled.TV programs that end on the day afterIf you want to start the recording at 11:00 PM and end it at 2:00 AMthe next day, simply set the start time to 11:00 PM on the recordingstart day and the end time to 2:00 AM. There is no need to changethe day of the week.Program skip using menusSometimes you may want to skip one day of a timer recording butdo not want to erase it. Program skip will prevent the recording, forthat day only, of a program you have scheduled to record everyday or every week.1Press MENU on the remote control. Your VCR will turn on andVCR Main Menu will appear. Press the ADJUST buttons toselect Program to record. Press ENTER.2Recap screen will display for 4 seconds. While this screen isdisplayed, press the ADJUST buttons to place the cursor arrownext 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 tothe cursor arrow by following steps 1 to 4 again.¬Program to record CH DAY ON OFF 2 MO12 11:30am 1:30pm SP 10 TH15 9:00pm 10:00pm EPX 2 M-F 8:00am 8:30am SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP Use STOP to skip on/off ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectREC in 3 min Turn off VCRprogram caution¬Program to record CH DAY ON OFF 2 MO12 11:30am 1:30pm SP 10 TH15 9:00pm 10:00pm EP§ 2 M-F 8:00am 8:30am SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP Use STOP to skip on/off ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectTimer Recording
35Program skip using the POWER buttonIf 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 programmedrecording light will turn off, and the program will be skipped. If youdecide not to skip the program, press POWER on the front paneltwice; the programmed recording light will light up again.Changing timer recording settings1Press MENU on the remote control. Your VCR will turn on andVCR Main Menu will appear. Press the ADJUST buttons toselect Program to record. Press ENTER.2Recap screen will display for 4 seconds. While this screen isdisplayed, press the ADJUST buttons to place the cursor arrownext to the program you wish to change. Press ENTER. Youwill see the Program to record setting menu.3Press ENTER repeatedly to select the item you wish tochange. Use the ADJUST buttons to change it. Then pressENTER repeatedly to return the altered program to the Recapscreen.4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus. Then press POWERto turn off the VCR. Make sure the programmed recording lightis on.Canceling a timer recording before the recording starts1Press MENU on the remote control. Your VCR will turn on andVCR Main Menu will appear on your screen. Use the ADJUSTbuttons on the remote control to select Program to record.Press ENTER.2Recap screen will display for 4 seconds. While this screen isdisplayed, press the ADJUST buttons to place the cursor nextto the program you wish to cancel.3Press CANCEL. The program is erased.4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.Using a satellite receiverIf you are using a Panasonic, RCA, Sony, Toshiba, or Hughessatellite receiver, your VCR will turn the receiver on when a timerrecording begins and off when the recording ends.However, if you are using a PRIMESTAR® or DISH Network™receiver, you will have to turn the receiver on before a timerrecording begins.Before turning off the VCR, to put your VCR in stand-by forrecording, make sure that your satellite receiver’s menu turns off.¬Program to record CH DAY ON OFF§ 2 MO12 11:30am 1:30pm SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectRecap screenTimer Recording¬Program to record ƒChannel 2 ƒDay Monday 12 ƒStart time 11:00am ƒStop time 1:30pm ƒRecord speed EP ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to select¬Program to record CH DAY ON OFF§ 2 MO12 11:30am 1:30pm SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP --- -- --:-- --:-- SP ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectRecap screen
36TIMER RESETYou can use TIMER RESET on the rear panel to erase boththe clock and all timer recordings.To use TIMER RESET, press it with a pencil or a ball pointpen. The power will turn off and the clock will be cleared. Alltimer recordings are erased.If you have set the Clock set setting of the Set the clock menuto AUTO, the auto clock function will automatically set theclock again.Additionally, TIMER RESET will reset the on-screen languageyou selected. The next time you set the menus, you will haveto select the on-screen language.Memory backupIf the VCR is without power for 30 minutes or less, it will retainthe clock and the programmed settings. The VCR must havebeen plugged in for at least an hour beforehand to charge thisbackup. If the power is lost for more than 30 minutes, the timeand the programmed settings will be lost.If you have set the Clock set setting of the Set the clock menuto AUTO, the auto clock function will automatically set theclock again when power is restored.VCR Rear PanelTIMER RESETTIMER RESETTimer Recording
371Connect the audio cable to AUDIO OUT Land R on the playback VCR and to AUDIOIN L and R on the HS-U577. If the playbackVCR is mono, use only the AUDIO IN L onthe HS-U577.2Connect a video cable to VIDEO OUT onthe playback VCR and to the VIDEO IN onthe HS-U577.3If the playback VCR is Hi-Fi, set the audiomonitor to Stereo.4Use INPUT to set the HS-U577 to ExternalL1 if you used the HS-U577 rear paneljacks, or External L2 if you used the HS-U577 front panel jacks.Using Two VCRs to CopyThere are two basic ways to make a copy of a tape.One way is to use the HS-U577 to record and another VCR for playback.The other way is to use another VCR to record and use the HS-U577 for playback.Regardless of which method you may choose, you will need one RCA audio cable and one RCA videocable to connect the two VCRs. If you do not have these cables, they are available at your local electronicsdealer.VIDEO IN L/MONO - AUDIO IN - RLRLRAUDIO IN 2 RAUDIO IN 2 L/MONO AUDIO OUT LAUDIO OUT R VIDEO OUTVIDEO IN 2 RECORDING PLAYBACKHS-U577Using the HS-U577 to record from another VCREditing Features5Put a blank tape into the HS-U577.6Put the tape you want to copy into theplayback VCR and find the cue point. PressSTOP if the picture starts playing.7On the HS-U577, press REC, then PAUSE.8On the playback VCR, press PLAY, thenPAUSE.9Press the PAUSE buttons on both VCRs atthe same time to begin copying the tape.10 When finished, press STOP on both VCRs.
38HS-U577ROUTAUDIOLRVIDEOOUTLRLRECORDINGPLAYBACKAUDIO OUT LAUDIO OUT R AUDIO IN RAUDIO IN LVIDEO INVIDEO OUTUsing the HS-U577 to playback to another VCR1Connect one stereo audio cable to AUDIOIN L and R on the recording VCR, and toAUDIO OUT L and R on the HS-U577.2Connect a yellow video cable to VIDEO INon the recording VCR and to VIDEO OUTon the HS-U577.3Set the audio monitor on the HS-U577 toStereo. If the other VCR is a mono VCR,set the audio monitor on the HS-U577 toMono. See Selecting and adjusting theaudio and video functions on page 27.4Set the input of the recording VCR toExternal.5Put a blank tape into the recording VCR.6Put the tape you want to copy into theHS-U577 and find the cue point.7On the recording VCR, press REC, thenPAUSE.8On the HS-U577, press PLAY, then PAUSE.9Press the PAUSE buttons on both VCRs atthe same time to begin copying the tape.10 Press STOP on both VCRs when you arefinished.Editing Features
39Advanced Playback ControlsSpecial effectsYou can use FF and REW on the front panel, or the I\ and ^Ion the remote to control the playback speed of the tape.Using the FF and REW on the front panel to control the playbackspeed1While the VCR is playing a tape, press PAUSE to freeze thepicture.2Press the FF or REW on the front panel. Each press of FFchanges the playback speed by one step in the forwarddirection. Each press of REW changes the speed by one stepin the reverse direction. (See the chart below.)3To resume normal playback, press PLAY.Using the I\\\\\ and ^^^^^I on the remote to control the playback speed1While the VCR is playing a tape, press IIIII\ or ^I on theremote control. Each press of ^I changes the playbackspeed by one step in the forward direction. Each press of IIIII\changes the speed by one step in the reverse direction. (Seethe chart below.)2To resume normal playback, press PLAY.After about 5 minutes in the still or slow-motion mode, the VCR willautomatically stop to avoid damage to the tape. The picture mayvibrate vertically when you pause the VCR’s picture.Still adjustmentSometimes during still frame, the picture may vibrate or shake. Tocorrect this problem, press CHANNEL on the front panel until thevibration is reduced or stops. Side-to-side vibration cannot becorrected.CHANNEL2135468790X 2INDEXREW FF1/30 reverse slow-motion playback1/10 reverse slow-motion playback1/5 reverse slow-motion playbackReverse playbackReverse speed searchReverse high speed search Reverse fast playback Press FF on the front panelor ^| on the remote controlPress REW on the front panel or |\ on the remote controlHigh speed search Speed searchFast playback1/5 slow-motion playback1/10 slow-motion playback1/30 slow-motion playbackStillPlaybackAdvanced Features
40Double speed playbackYou can see the contents of the videotape in double speedplayback.1While the VCR is playing a tape, press INPUT/X2. You’ll seethe picture in double speed playback. A certain amount ofnoise in the picture is normal.2To resume normal playback, press PLAY.Adjusting the Trackingautomatic trackingWhen you start playback of a newly inserted tape, your VCRautomatically adjusts the tape to give you the best quality picture.A certain amount of “noise” in the picture or sound is normal whilethe VCR is tracking a tape.manual trackingFrom time to time, you might play a tape that has excess noise inthe picture, often looking like vibration or interference at the top orbottom of the screen. To correct the picture, you have to manuallytrack the tape.1While the tape is playing, press CHANNEL on the front paneluntil the picture is clear of excess noise.2To continue automatic tracking, press both front panelCHANNEL at the same time. Automatic tracking will alsoresume when you eject the tape.slow trackingSlow tracking is used to adjust the playback quality during slowmotion playback and still frame. You can only use slow tracking ifyour tape was recorded in extended play (EP) speed. To adjustthe slow tracking, put a tape into slow motion, then press CHAN-NEL on the front panel until the best picture is obtained.2135468790X 2X 2INPUTCHANNELAdvanced Features
41Time CounterYour VCR has a time counter that shows the amount of time thetape has run in hours, minutes, and seconds. This counter isuseful when you want to find specific points on a tape. Thecounter will not work when playing blank tapes or on blank sectionsof tape, or when the VCR’s power is off.setting the counterTo set the counter to “0h00m00s,” press CANCEL on the remotecontrol.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 TechniquesYour VCR lets you search through a tape in a number of ways.These include:Quick search (CM skip) -- 30 second intervalsSpeed search -- visually searchCounter zero stop -- direct to start of recordingIndex search -- find specific index pointsSearch to blank -- find the beginning of the blank sectionQuick search (CM skip)Quick search lets you skip over the tape you are playing in about30 second intervals. It is designed so that you can quickly speedthrough any commercials you may have recorded. To do this:1Make sure that you have set the VCR/TV slide switch on theremote control to the VCR position.2While playing a tape, choose the desired search time bypressing a number button.The VCR will speed through the selected length of tape, thenresume playback. This screen will show the search time and thegauge. Each mark on the gauge represents 15 seconds. Themarks will disappear, one by one, every 15 seconds of the searchtime. You can select a search time up to 3 minutes.CM Skip3m00s§§§§§§§§§§§§NumberbuttonSearchtime12345630 sec. 1 min. 1 min.30 sec. 2 min. 2 min.30 sec. 3 min.Advanced Features
42Speed searchUse speed search to visually search through the contents of avideotape.1While playing a tape, press FF or REW on the front panel or onthe remote control. You will see the picture as it fast forwardsor rewinds. Noise bars may appear in the pictures.2If 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, orpress PLAY.IMPORTANTThe fastest search speed that allows you to see the pictureis about 30 times normal speed. It is normal for thenumber of noise bars on the screen to increase and rollfrom top to bottom as the visual search speed increases.Using speed search for long stretches of tape may causethe video heads to become dirty faster.The fastest way to move through the tape is without apicture, which allows you to search up to 500 times normalspeed. To do this, press STOP, then FF or REW. If youpress and hold FF or REW for more than 2 seconds, thesearch speed will slow to 330 times normal speed.In order to protect your tapes and the VCR heads, the FastForwarding/Rewinding Speed will be slower than 500xunder the following conditions:1 Use of tapes shorter in length than T-120 (for example,T-30, T-60, T-90).2 Activating fast forwarding or rewinding from the middleof the tape.Counter zero stopCounter zero stop allows you to quickly access the beginning of arecorded or playback section of a tape. The counter zero stop willautomatically fast forward or rewind the tape to “0h00m00s” andstop.1Press CANCEL on the remote control at the point you wish tolocate later. The counter will reset to “0h00m00s”.2When you wish to return to the point specified in step 1, pressAUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control. The function menuappears on your screen. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until theCounter zero stop function appears.3Press ENTER to start the counter zero stop.The VCR will automatically search to the counter “0h00m00s” andthen stop. The VCR may stop slightly before or after the counter“0h00m00s”.2135468790X 2REWFFSTOPAdvanced FeaturesVCRCounter zero stopUse ENTER to start
43Index searchIndex search is a way to find specific points on a tape. Beforeusing index search, index marks are placed at important places ona tape. Index search is used to find these marks. Index marks areadded automatically whenever your VCR starts a new recording;you can also add index marks manually at any point duringrecording.automatic index marksWhenever recording is begun from the STOP mode, an index markis automatically added to the tape. A message will indicate that themark is being recorded.Index marks are not added when you press PAUSE to beginrecording from the record-pause mode.manual index marksTo add an index mark yourself, press REC on the remote controlwhile a tape is recording.Searching index marks must be added at least one minute apart.1When the tape is stopped, press INDEX ^I to begin aforward search; press INDEX I\ to search in reverse. TheVCR will fast forward or rewind and index search displayappears on the TV.Once the VCR finds an index mark, it will begin playing backthe tape from that point.2You can press INDEX ^I or INDEX I\ buttons up to 19times to search for that many index marks. For example, tofind the third index mark ahead, press INDEX ^I three times.The on-screen display will count down the number of markspassed before playback begins.3To cancel index search, press PLAY or STOP.Advanced Features2135468790X 2INDEXSTOP RECVCR Lookingfor index+ 1⁄‡‚‡‡‡‡‡‡‹ REM 1:40 0h20m08s
44repeat playbackYou can playback a section of tape over and over using repeatplayback. The tape will play until the next index mark, rewind tothe previous index mark, and resume playing. If there is only oneindex mark on the tape, then the VCR will play or rewind to thatmark and resume playback. If there is no index mark, the entirecassette will repeat.1Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control to display thefunction menu. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until the Repeat playfunction appears.2To start the playback, press ENTER.When the VCR encounters the next mark or the end of thetape, it will automatically rewind to the previous mark and beginplayback again.The VCR will also search for a blank section of tape. If theVCR encounters any blank sections longer than 4 seconds inlength, the repeat playback will begin.3Press STOP to cancel the repeat.Search to blankThis feature allows you to find the end point of the recorded part ofthe tape. The VCR will stop automatically at the beginning of theblank section of a tape.1Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control to display thefunction menu. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until the Search to blankfunction appears.2To start the search, press ENTER.When the VCR encounters the blank section of a tape, it willautomatically stop.IMPORTANTThis feature may not work correctly when the end point ofthe recorded part is within 5 minutes in SP mode (15minutes in EP mode) from the current position.VCRRepeat playUse ENTER to startAdvanced FeaturesVCRSearch to blankUse ENTER to start
45Displaying the Time Gauge and theRemaining TimeThe time gauge is a graphic representation of your position on avideo tape. The left side of the gauge is the tape start (S), and theright side is the tape end (E). For a T-120 length tape played atstandard (SP) speed, each mark on the gauge represents about 15minutes. The remaining time display shows the time, in hours andminutes, left until the end of a tape.the time gauge and the remaining time automatically appearduring:fast forward and rewind (from a stopped tape)counter zero stopindex searchesrewinding for repeat playbackTurn off the time gauge and the remaining time by pressingDISPLAY twice.to make the time gauge and the remaining time appear:Press DISPLAY once. The time gauge and remaining time appearon the TV screen. They disappear after 4 seconds when playing atape.To turn off the display, press DISPLAY twice.IMPORTANTThe time gauge and remaining time work by detectingcontrol signals on recorded tapes. Therefore they do notfunction while playing blank tapes.The remaining time display may not show the correct remainingtime if the Tape function is incorrectly set, if you are using speedsearch, if you are using a special length cassette (such as T-10length), or if you are using a VHS-C tape with an adapter. Theremaining time display may not work correctly depending on yourtape.Displaying the Current TimeThe current time is shown on the front panel display or the TVscreen. If you have not set the clock, or if there has been a powerfailure of longer than 30 minutes, the display will show - : - -. Thecurrent time will be displayed when the VCR is off. To see thecurrent time when the VCR is on:1Press DISPLAY twice. The counter will be replaced by thecurrent time.2To turn off the current time, press DISPLAY again.VCRStop⁄‡‚‡‡‡‡‡‡‹ REM 1:40 0h20m08sTime gaugeTape remaining displayVCRStop⁄‡‚‡‡‡‡‡‡‹Sun 8:30p 0h20m08sCurrent time displayAdvanced Features
46Customize Choices MenuIn the Customize Choices menu are 5 options that you can set.For each of the 5 options, start with these 2 steps:1Press MENU on the remote control. VCR Main Menu appearson your TV.2Use the ADJUST buttons on the remote to select Customizechoices. Press ENTER.Video muteWhen you turn video mute ON, any blank section of tape or manystations with a weak signal will be replaced by a blue screen. Thesound will also be turned off. When you would like to try to tune inon a weak station, turn video mute OFF.3Complete steps 1 and 2 above. Customize choices menuappears. Use the ADJUST buttons to select Video mute.Press ENTER to set video mute to ON or OFF.4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.IMPORTANTVideo mute function may not work properly when youplayback a section of a tape where only audio signals arerecording.Auto power save (auto-off)When the Auto Power Save feature is turned on, the VCR willautomatically turn off after remaining idle for 30 minutes. If acontrol, such as a menu function or channel selection, is used or ifthere is a tape playing or being recorded, the VCR will remain on.3Complete steps 1 and 2 above. Customize choices menuappears. Use the ADJUST buttons to select Auto power save.Press ENTER to set to ON.4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.IMPORTANTWhen viewing broadcast stations through the VCR,3minutes>Power off will appear on the TV screen threeminutes before the VCR power turns off. The display willcount down the number of minutes until the VCR turns off.If you want to continue using the VCR, press any of thebuttons.√Customize choices ƒVideo mute ON OFF ƒAuto power save ON OFF ƒRF converter ON OFF ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF ƒRental Xpress ON OFF ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to change ∑ ππADJUST to selectªVCR Main Menu Your choices are ≈Set the clock √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 ƒRental Xpress ON OFF ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to change ∑ ππADJUST to selectAdvanced Features
47RF converterIf your TV has audio and video inputs, turn the RF converter OFF.If your TV does not have audio and video inputs, keep the RFconverter set to ON. It is preset by the factory to ON.3Complete steps 1 and 2 on the previous page. Customizechoices menu appears. Use the ADJUST buttons to select RFconverter. Press ENTER to select ON or OFF.4Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.IMPORTANTIf the RF converter is set to ON, you aren’t required to pressVCR/TV to play a tape or to use VCR menus. The VCR lightwill automatically light up when you press PLAY or MENU. Besure to set the TV to the video channel (See page 10).PerfecTape®PerfecTape® is an exclusive Mitsubishi feature that tests the qualityof video tapes you will record on. After each test, the VCR willadjust its internal circuitry in order to make the best possiblerecording 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 tapeswhen the tape is loaded, select AUTO.If you do not want the VCR to automatically test tapes, selectMANUAL. PerfecTape® will now function only when you start atest. Any tape with the erasure prevention tab intact can bemanually tested.It will not automatically test recorded tapes – you must choose totest those yourself.3Complete steps 1 and 2 on the previous page. Customizechoices menu appears. Use the ADJUST buttons to selectPerfecTape.4Press ENTER to set PerfecTape to AUTO or MANUAL.5Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.using PerfecTape® automatically1Load a tape that has not been recorded into the VCR.The VCR will display the testing status screen. When testing, theVCR records for one second, then evaluates the recording it made.The entire test takes about 8 seconds. If you wish to cancel thetest, press STOP on the remote.When the test is done, the VCR will display the rating of your tapefor 8 seconds, indicating that the VCR has set its internal circuitryto make the best possible recording on this tape.√Customize choices ƒVideo mute ON OFF ƒAuto power save ON OFF ƒRF converter ON OFF ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF ƒRental Xpress ON OFF ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to change ∑ ππADJUST to select PerfecTape Band  High ¤°°°°°°°°°‡‡‡‡‡‡‡›  Mid. ¤°°°°°°°°°°°‡‡‡‡‡› Low ¤°°°°°°°°°°°‡‡‡‡‡›  Testing the tape....√Customize choices ƒVideo mute ON OFF ƒAuto power save ON OFF ƒRF converter ON OFF ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF ƒRental Xpress ON OFF ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to change ∑ ππADJUST to selectAdvanced Features
48using PerfecTape® manually1Load a tape that has its erasure prevention tab intact into theVCR.2Find a portion of the tape that is OK to record over; this featurewill record over one second of your tape.3Press AUDIO/VIDEO on the remote control. Function menuappears. Press AUDIO/VIDEO until the PerfecTape functionappears.4Press ENTER on the remote to begin the test. To cancel thetest, press STOP on the remote.When the test is finished, the VCR will display the rating of yourtape for 8 seconds. Turn off the display by pressing STOP on theremote control.If you wish to erase the settings, eject the tape. The settings willalso be erased if you press TIMER RESET or if the VCR losespower. After the test is finished, the PerfecTape function will notappear unless the tape is ejected.Rental XpressRental Xpress is a feature, when activated, that will automaticallyrewind the tape to the beginning, eject and power off the VCR,after it has reached the blank section of 30 seconds or longer onany rental tape (or any tape with the erasure prevention tabremoved). To activate this feature:3Complete steps 1 and 2 on page 46. Customize choices menuappears.4Press the ADJUST buttons to select Rental Xpress. PressENTER to select ON or OFF.5Press MENU twice to turn off the menus.IMPORTANTWhile the VCR is rewinding to the beginning of the tape,you cannot use repeat playback, counter zero stop andindex search.VCRPerfecTapeUse ENTER to start√Customize choices ƒVideo mute ON OFF ƒAuto power save ON OFF ƒRF converter ON OFF ƒAuto PerfecTape ON OFF ƒRental Xpress ON OFF ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to change ∑ ππADJUST to selectAdvanced Features
49Advanced OptionsUsing the remote control to operate your TVThe HS-U577 remote control can operate many of the frequently-used functions of your TV. You only need one remote to operateboth your VCR and TV.The HS-U577 remote control is pre-set to operate Mitsubishitelevisions, 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 TV1Turn off your TV.2On the HS-U577 remote control, set the VCR/TV slide switch toTV position.3While holding in SP/EP, press the code button listed thatcorresponds to the brand of your TV.4Press TV POWER on the HS-U577 remote control. Once yourTV has turned on, your remote is set up to operate your brandof TV.If your TV does not turn on, repeat step 3 using the next codelisted for the brand of your TV.If none of the codes listed for the brand of your TV work, thenrepeat step 3 several times, using a different code button until oneworks. The possible code buttons are: 0, 1-9, MUTE, VOLUMEª,º, CHANNELª,º and INPUT.You do not need to perform this set-up again until you change thebatteries, set up your remote for another brand of television, or youget a new TV.Once you have correctly set your remote control to operate yourTV, you will be able to use the TV POWER, CHANNEL, VOLUME,and number buttons to operate your TV.IMPORTANTBecause of variations among models, some or all buttonsmay not work, or they may operate different functions thanexpected for your particular TV. If this occurs, you mayneed to use your TV remote control.Sometimes manufacturers will change the remote controlcodes for their products, or they will use more than onecode. If this is the case, your remote may not be able tocontrol your TV.When you replace the batteries in your remote, the remotemay return to its initial setting (code button 1). Repeat thesteps above to reset your remote control. If you enter anew code, the previous code will be erased.MitsubishiFisherG.E.GoldstarHitachiJVCMagnavoxNECPanasonicPioneerPhilipsProscanQuasarRCASanyoSharpSonyToshibaZenith1, 2, 30VOLUME ª2, 98MUTE42, 9CHANNELª,º64VOLUME ªCHANNELºVOLUMEª 03, 5VOLUMEº7INPUTBrand of TV Brand codebuttonsAdvanced Features
50operating your TV with the HS-U577 remote control1Set the VCR/TV slide switch to TV position on the HS-U577remote control to tell the remote that you want to operate theTV.2Point the remote control towards the TV and press the desiredbuttons. To once again control the VCR, set the VCR/TV slideswitch to VCR position.To program the remote control operational settingThe HS-U577 has two remote control operational settings, VCR-Aand VCR-B. These are available so you may separately controltwo Mitsubishi VCRs that are placed close together. The VCR-Asetting can be used to operate any other Mitsubishi VCR intro-duced since 1986. Setting the HS-U577 to VCR-B will allow theHS-U577 be operated without the VCR responding at the sametime.To program the HS-U577 and the remote to VCR-BFor VCR:1Make sure the HS-U577 is plugged in but turned off. On theVCR front panel, press REC SPEED and REW at the sametime. To confirm that the VCR responds to VCR-B signals, bappears on the front panel display.For remote:2On the remote, make sure the VCR/TV slide switch is in theVCR position, then press VCR/TV and number “2” at the sametime. The remote will now send VCR-B signals.When you wish to operate the other VCR1On the remote, with the VCR/TV slide switch in the VCRposition, press VCR/TV and the number “1” at the same time.The remote will now send VCR-A signals.To reprogram the HS-U577 to respond to VCR-A signals again1Make sure the HS-U577 is plugged in but turned off. On theVCR front panel, press SP/EP and FF at the same time. Toconfirm that the VCR responds to VCR-A signals, A appears onthe front panel display.IMPORTANTSome other models of Mitsubishi VCRs can respond toVCR-B signals. If your other VCR is one of these models,and you would like to program the other VCR to respond toVCR-B signals, refer to the owner’s guide that came withthe other VCR.Some of the buttons may not function or they may operatedifferent features than expected for the other VCR,particularly, those Mitsubishi VCR’s that are more than 10years old because Mitsubishi changes the codes from timeto time.2135468790X 22VCR/TV1REW FFREC SPEEDSP/EPAdvanced Features2135468790X 2VCRTV
51Child LockThe child lock feature prevents others from using your VCR. Tolock the VCR:1Press and hold down DISPLAY on the remote control for about8 seconds. “LOC” will appear on the front panel display for 4seconds.During the child lock feature is in use, LOC display willreappear when you press any of the buttons.2To cancel the child lock, press and hold down DISPLAY forabout 8 seconds.The LOC display will reappear when DISPLAY is pressed, andwhen you hold down this button, it will go out to show the childlock is cancelled.IMPORTANTYou can lock the VCR with the power off, even if the VCRis standing by for a programmed recording. If you lock theVCR with no cassette in it, the VCR will not accept acassette.Advanced Features
52Remote ControlVCR POWERTurns the VCR on or off. If you have programmedthe VCR to record, you need to turn the VCR off.EJECTEjects a tape.CHANNEL Up and DownSelects next higher or lower channel in theVCR’s or TV’s channel memory.VOLUME Up and DownRaises and lowers the sound of the TV.(Operates the TV only)TV POWERTurns the TV on or off. You need to program yourremote to operate your particular brand oftelevision.MUTETurns off the TV sound. Press again to restore theTV sound to its previous volume. (Operates theTV only)Number buttonsSelects TV stations, enters PlusCode numbers.Sets quick search (CM skip) time.QUICK PROGRAM/VCR Plus+Goes to VCR gold Plus+ Program menu.Exits the programming screen.INPUT/X2Select between the antenna and any other videoequipment that may be connected.Use double speed playback when playing a tape.PLAY Plays a tape.2135468790X 2CHANNELEJECT MUTEVOLUMEVCRPOWER TVPOWERCM SKIPQUICK PROGRAMINPUTVCR Plus+PLAYSTOPREW FFDISPLAYPAUSELIGHTING RECINDEXAUDIO/VIDEOMENUVCR/TV SP/EPADJUSTCANCEL ENTERADJUSTVCRTVSTOP Stops a tape.REW Rewinds a tape or reverse searches.FF Fast forwards a tape or fast forward searches.VCR/TV slide switchOperates the VCR when set to the VCR position,the TV when set to the TV position. You need toprogram your remote to operate your particularbrand of television. RECStarts recording. While recording, adds manualindex mark.PAUSE Pauses a tape when recording.Freezes a frame when playing a tape.DISPLAYDisplays 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 recordingTurns the Child Lock on and off.LIGHTINGLights up the PLAY, STOP, REW, FF buttons.INDEX I\\\\\, ^^^^^IBegins index search forward and backward.Controls the playback speed of a tape.AUDIO/VIDEOSelects the audio and video settings to beadjusted.MENUDisplays the menus. Exits the menus.CANCELCancels menu selections.Resets the counter display to “0H00M00S.”ADJUST +, –Selects and adjusts menu selections.ENTEREnters menu selections.VCR/TVSwitches between the VCR’s picture and the TV’stuner.SP/EPChanges the recording speed. (SP is standardplay; EP is extended play).Location of Controls
53 REC LENGTH START TIMEOTR2CHANNELREC SPEEDSP/EPPOWER EJECTVIDEO IN L/MONO - AUDIO IN - RREW FFPLAYSTOP RECPAUSEcassette slotfront panel displayremote controlsensorvideo input 2 jackaudio input 2 jacksREW Rewinds a tape or reverse searches.PLAY Plays a tape.Resumes normal playback from special effects. FFFast forwards a tape or fast forward searches. STOPStops a tape. PAUSE/%%%%%START TIMEPauses a tape when recording.Freezes a frame when playing a tape.Sets the start time in OTR2 recording. REC/˙˙˙˙˙REC LENGTHRecords to the end of the tape by pressing once.Sets the recording time for OTR recording bypressing repeatedly.POWERTurns the VCR on or off.If you have programmed your VCR to record, turnoff your VCR. EJECTEjects a tape.REC SPEED SP/EPChanges the recording speed (SP is standardplay; EP is extended play).video input ˙˙˙˙˙ jackConnect source here, such as a VCR orcamcorder, to record or dub video.audio input ˙˙˙˙˙ jacksConnect source here, such as a VCR orcamcorder, to record or dub audio.cassette slotInsert the video cassette tape here.front panel displaySee the next page.remote control sensorReceives signals from the remote control.Do not block it.CHANNELChanges channels.Adjusts tracking and picture vibration.Front PanelLocation of Controls
54OUTAUDIOLRANTENNAOUTINVIDEORL/MONOTIMER RESETOUTIN 1IN 1CONVERTER BOX CONTROLRear Panel JacksCONVERTER BOX CONTROL jackConnects IR Emitter to a cable box and/or satellitereceiver.AUDIO INput and OUTput jacksRed and white jacks for receiving (IN) and sending(OUT) audio signals. Red signifies the rightchannel, and white signifies the left channel.Stereo audio cables are also color coded red andwhite. If you are receiving or sending a mono(non-stereo) signal, you should use only the left(white) terminal.VIDEO INput and OUTput jacksYellow jacks for receiving (IN) and sending (OUT)video signals to a monitor TV or from anotherVCR.ANTENNA IN jackAttach an external antenna or cable to bring in anoutside signal.ANTENNA OUT jackAttach a coaxial cable to your TV to send outantenna/cable signals from the VCR to your TV.TIMER RESETErases all programmed recording settings andresets the clock. Use this button with care.POWER light : PWRLights up during the VCR power is on.VCR light : VCRIndicates that the picture is controlled by the VCR.Cassette light : Lights up when a tape is in the VCR.time displayThis area displays:• current time• OTR and OTR2 timerVCRRECPMPWR.Front Panel DisplayLocation of ControlsRecord light : RECLights up during the VCR is recording.Flashes when the VCR is in recording pausemode.Programmed recording light : Lights up when VCR is off and it is programmed torecord.PM light : PMLights up when the current time or start time ofOTR2 is in the afternoon.Turns off when they are in the morning.
55Trouble ChecksIf your VCR malfunctions, try the following steps prior to contacting your Mitsubishi Dealer:1Check the Trouble Checks on the next page to see if there is a solution to the current problem thatyou are experiencing.2If the problem is not addressed on the Trouble Checks page, the safety circuits in the VCR may bein 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 1minute until the tape protecting function is completed, then press POWER.3You may also try the following procedure if the above steps did not resolve the problem. (Allsettings will be reset to the default settings.)1 Press POWER on the front panel continuously for about 8 seconds until the current time displayon the front panel shows “- : - -”.2 If a tape is not loaded, press POWER to turn the power on. If a tape is loaded, the tapeprotecting function will work and “99” will appear on the front panel display to begin count down.Wait about 1 minute until it reaches “00” to show the tape protecting function is completed, thenpress POWER.If the problem with your VCR persists, contact your Mitsubishi dealer for assistance.ProblemThe VCR won’t turn on.The VCR power is on but nocontrols work.You can’t see the VCR’s pictureon your TV.Poor picture when watching theVCR’s tuner on your TV.VCR REC button doesn’t function.No picture during recording.VCR does not record TVprogram.Try This...• Check the power cord and the AC outlet.• Is the child lock in use? If so, press and hold DISPLAY on the remotefor more than 8 seconds until the LOC display turns off.• Is the child lock in use? If so, press and hold DISPLAY on the remotefor more than 8 seconds until the LOC display 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 channel display onthe TV screen show L1 or L2? If so, switch it to tuner by pressingINPUT.
56Try This...• Check that the programmed recording light lights up in the front paneldisplay.• Check the clock time.• Make sure you have turned the VCR off before the start time.• Check the tracking control. Adjust manually if necessary.• Check the monitor settings.• Check the quality of the video tape.• Try automatic head cleaning.• Clean the video heads using a dry-type video head cleaning cassette.Do not use a wet-type cleaning cassette, as it may damage yourVCR. 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 remote mode of the VCR and your remote are setcorrectly (VCR-A or VCR-B).• Check to see that the VCR/TV slide switch is set to the correctposition.• Change the batteries.• Try moving the IR Emitter so that there is a clear line of sight betweenthe Emitter and the box’s remote sensor.• Check that the IR Emitter is connected properly.• Sometimes a cable box need to be set by the cable company toreceive signals. Contact your cable company.• In order to protect your tapes and the VCR heads, the FastForwarding/Rewinding Speed will be slower than 500x under thefollowing conditions:1 Use of tapes shorter in length than T-120 (for example, T-30, T-60,T-90).2 Activating fast forwarding or rewinding from the middle of the tape.ProblemThe VCR timer recording doesnot operate.Noise in the picture anddistorted sound.Poor or no Hi-Fi sound.Playback is noisy or “snowy”.VCR remote does not function.Your converter box or satellitereceiver does not respond toany signals from the VCR’s IREmitter.The fast forwarding/rewindingspeed is slow.Trouble Checks
57FORMAT VHS NTSC standard with Hi-Fi audioVIDEO SIGNAL SYSTEM EIA standard; NTSC colorRECORD/PLAYBACK SYSTEM Video -- 4 headsAudio -- 2 Hi-Fi channels and 1 monaural audio controlANTENNA 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminalTUNER 181 channels capabilityVHF -- Channels 2 - 13UHF -- Channels 14 - 69CATV -- Channels 1-125HORIZONTAL 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)TIMER PROGRAM CAPACITY 1-month programmable/8 programsMEMORY BACKUP TIME approx. 30 minutesMAXIMUM RECORDING TIME 120 min. with T-120 video cassette (SP) T-120 tape 360 min. with T-120 video cassette (EP)REWIND TIME approx. 48 seconds for T-120 cassette (full recorded tape)POWER REQUIREMENT 120V AC, 60 HzPOWER CONSUMPTION 20 Watts -- 4.0 Watts standbyDIMENSIONS3-5/8 in Height x 16-3/4 in Width x 11-13/16 in Depth (93 mm x 425 mm x 300 mm)WEIGHT 8.2 lbs approx. (3.7 kg)SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES 1 set coaxial cable1 IR emitter1 remote control2 “AA” size batteriesAadding channels .................... 17adjust button .........................52adjusting tracking ..................40advanced options ..................49playback controls .............. 39antenna, connecting................ 5jacks .............................. 5,54audioconnecting a TV with inputs 6input, output jacks....... 53, 54monitor.............................. 25audio video functions button ................................ 52 selecting ............................ 27using ................................. 25auto clock function ................19auto power save ....................46auto speed programming ......34Bbackup, memory ................... 36batteries, installing ................ 11Ccable, connections to .............. 5cable box, connections to ....... 5cancel button ........................ 52cancelbutton................................ 52programmed recording ..... 35recording in progress ........30cassette slot ......................... 53changing recording settings ..35changing settings while programming ..................30channel(s)adding and deleting .......... 17button......................... 52, 53memorize .......................... 14satellite ............................. 16selecting ........................... 18child lock ............................... 51choosing a hookup .................. 4clock setting .......................... 19CM skip ................................. 41connections toantennas ............................ 5cable with or without box .. 5home theater receiver ......... 8IR emitter ............................ 9satellite receiver .................. 7TV w/audio video inputs ... 6converter box control jack . 9, 54copying a tape .................37, 38counter display ...................... 41counter zero stop ............27, 42customize choices menu ....... 46SpecificationsIndex
58Ddaylight savings time ............. 21deleting channels .................. 17display button ....................... 52displaying current time .......... 45displaying remaining time ..... 45displaying time gauge ........... 45Eediting features ..................... 37eject button .................... 52, 53enter button ......................... 52erasure, preventing tape ....... 22Ffast forward button .......... 52, 53fast forwarding a tape ..... 12, 42front panel buttons ............... 53front panel display ........... 53, 54Hhead cleaning ........................ 12Iimportant safeguards ............ 2index buttons........................ 52techniques ........................ 43input/X2 button ...................... 52Llanguage, on-screen ............. 13lighting button ........................ 52loading a tape ....................... 11location of controls ................ 52lock VCR ...............................51Mmemory backup .................... 36menu button ..........................52menus, using......................... 13mute button .......................... 52Nnumber buttons ................... 52normal recording ................... 26Oone touch recording (OTR) ... 23one touch recording, standby 24Ppause button .................. 52, 53pausing a tape ...................... 12PerfecTape®................... 27, 47play button ..................... 52, 53play a tape ............................ 10Play PerfecTape .................... 26playback controls, advanced. 39power button .................. 52, 53program caution ....................34programmed recording light . 54programmingauto speed ........................34cancel ......................... 30, 35changing settings while ....35Qquick program/VCR plus+ button.......................................... 52quick program ....................... 30quick search .......................... 41Rrear panel jacks..................... 54record button ................... 52, 53record cancel ........................ 35record light ............................ 54rec speed button ................... 52recordingcanceling programmed ..... 35canceling one in progress. 30conventional VCR timer ....28current broadcast.............. 22one-touch.......................... 23Quick Program ..................30Standby one-touch ...........24timer.................................. 28VCR Plus+®...................................... 31remote control buttons .......... 52sensor ...............................53rental xpress ......................... 48repeat playback............... 27, 44rewind search button ..... 52, 53rewinding a tape .............. 12, 42RF converter setting............. 47SS-VHS quasi playback .......... 11SAP broadcast ...................... 26satellite receiverconnecting .......................... 7memorizing brand code .... 16notes about using ............. 35programming to record ..... 29search techniques ................ ␣ 41setting the clock .................... 19skipping programs ................. 34special effects ..................... 39SP/EP button ...................... 52still adjustment .................... 39stop button ..................... 52, 53Ttape function ......................... 26tapecopying ....................... 37, 38loading .............................. 11playing .............................. 11repeating ..................... 27, 44television, connecting.......... 5, 6operating with remote ....... 49timecounter.............................. 41display current .................. 45gauge ................................ 45remaining .......................... 45timer recording ...................... 28timer reset button ............ 36, 54tracking ................................. 40trouble checks ...................... 55TV POWER button ............... 52VVCRlight .................................. 54setting up .......................... 13VCR POWER button ............ 52VCR/TV button ..................... 52VCR/TV slide switch ............ 52videoinput, output jacks...... 53, 54mute ................................. 46volume button ..................... 52Index
59 REC LENGTH START TIMEOTR2CHANNELREC SPEEDSP/EPPOWER EJECTVIDEO IN L/MONO - AUDIO IN - RREW FFPLAYSTOP RECPAUSE115 3457810 62135468790X 2CHANNELEJECT MUTEVOLUMEVCRPOWER TVPOWERCM SKIPQUICK PROGRAMINPUTVCR Plus+PLAYSTOPREW FFDISPLAYPAUSELIGHTING RECINDEXAUDIO/VIDEOMENUVCR/TV SP/EPADJUSTCANCEL ENTERADJUSTVCRTV1512374811149561311025 botón de adelanto (FF)Utilice este botón para adelantar una cinta.6 botón de parada (STOP)Oprima este botón para detener lareproducción de una cinta.7 botón de grabación (REC)Utilice este botón para comenzar la grabación.8 botón de pausa (PAUSE)Utilice este botón para pausar o congelar unacinta.9 selector de aparato (VCR,TV)Utilice este selector para usar el control remotopara operar la videograbadora (VCR) o sutelevisor (TV).10 botón de cambio de canales (CHAN-NEL)Oprima este botón para cambiar canales en lavideograbadora.11 botón de cancelación (CANCEL)Oprima este botón para cancelar seleccionesen los menús en pantalla, o para poner elcontador de tiempo en “0H00M00S”.12 botón de programación rápida (QUICKPROGRAM/VCR Plus+)Oprima este botón para ver de inmediato elmenú de programar grabaciones “Programargrabaciónes”, donde puede ingresar un códigode VCR Plus+ o oprimir ENTER paraprogramar de manera convencional.13 botón de ingreso (ENTER)Oprima este botón para ingresar seleccionesen los menús en pantalla.14 botón de menú (MENU)Oprima este botón para utilizar el sistemaoperativo de menús en pantalla.15 botón de expulsión (EJECT)Oprima este botón para sacar la cinta.Funcionesbásicas1 botón de encendido (VCR POWER)Oprima este botón para encender o apagar lavideograbadora.2 botón de modalidad (VCR/TV)Oprima este botón para cambiar entre elsintonizador o salida de la videograbadora y elsintonizador del televisor.3 botón de rebobinado (REW)Utilice este botón para rebobinar una cinta.4 botón de reproducción (PLAY)Oprima este botón para comenzar lareproducción de una cinta.Guía de Operación Básicade la Videogarabadora
60Cómo seleccionar el idioma de el sistemaoperativo de menús en pantalla1Si nunca se ha usado la videograbadora, vaya al paso 3.2Oprima el botón TIMER RESET en el panel trasero de lavideograbadora.3Oprima el botón POWER para encender la videograbadora.4Oprima el botón MENU en el control remoto.5Verá el menú de seleccionar el idioma Select Language.Utilice los botones de adjuste ADJUST+ o ADJUST– paraseleccionar el idioma.6Después de seleccionar el idioma que desea, oprima el botónENTER. Luego oprima el botón MENU para salir de losmenús.Cómo poner el reloj1Oprima el botón MENU en el control remoto para ver el MenúPrincipal.2Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST+ o ADJUST– paraseleccionar el menú de Programación Inicial; luego oprima elbotón ENTER.3Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST+ o ADJUST– paraseleccionar el menú de Poner el reloj; luego oprima el botónENTER.4Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST+ o ADJUST– y ENTERpara programar el mes, año, día, hora y selección de hora deverano.5Al completar las selecciones de poner el reloj, oprima el botónENTER. Ahora oprima el botón MENU tres veces para salir delos menús.Cómo programar la videograbadora para grabar1Oprima el botón MENU en el control remoto para ver el MenúPrincipal.2Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST+ o ADJUST– paraseleccionar el menú de Programar grabaciónes; luego oprimael botón ENTER.3Utilice los botones de ajuste ADJUST+ o ADJUST– y ENTERpara programar el canal, día, la hora y minutos de comienzo, lahora y minutos de terminado y la velocidad de grabación.4Al completar las selecciones de programar grabaciones,oprima el botón ENTER. Despúes oprima el botón MENU dosveces para salir de los menús. Asegúrese de insertar unacinta en blanco para hacer su grabación y que lavideograbadora este apagada.Select Language ƒEnglish ƒEspañol ∫πMENU to go back ∂ ππADJUST to select ≤¥≥πENTER to enter ∑ ππADJUST to selectƒProgramación Inicial Sus selecciones son: ≈Poner el reloj ∆Memorizar canales «Añadir/borrar canales ±Receptor sat. (APG) ∫πMENU para volver ∂ ππADJUSTπseleccionar ≤¥≥πENTER πconfirmar ∑ ππADJUSTπseleccionar≈Poner el reloj ƒHora de verano ENC APG ƒMes Marzo ƒAño 2001 ƒDía 18 Domingo ƒHora 7:00pmŁ ∫πMENU para volver ∂ ππADJUSTπseleccionar ≤¥≥πENTER πconfirmar ∑ ππADJUSTπseleccionarªMenú Principal  Sus selecciones son: ¬Programar grabaciónes √Controles Especiales ƒProgramación Inicial ∫πMENU para volver ∂ ππADJUSTπseleccionar ≤¥≥πENTER πconfirmar ∑ ππADJUSTπseleccionar¬Programar grabaciónes ƒCanal 2 ƒDía -- ƒHora comienza --:-- ƒHora terminado --:-- ƒVel. grabado AUTO ∫πMENU para volver ∂ ππADJUSTπseleccionar ≤¥≥πENTER πconfirmar ∑ ππADJUSTπseleccionarGuía de Operación Básica de la Videograbadora
MITSUBISHIVIDEO CASSETTE RECORDERLIMITED WARRANTYMITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC. (MDEA) warrants to the original purchaser of this videocassette recorder if purchased from an authorized MITSUBISHI Audio/Video Dealer that, should it prove defec-tive by reason of improper workmanship and/or material:a. Parts. For one year from the date of original purchase at retail, we will repair or replace, at our option, anydefective part including the video head without charge for the part. Parts used for replacement are war-ranted 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 warrantyrepair without charge at an authorized MITSUBISHI service center.c. Notice. To obtain warranty service, you must notify an authorized MITSUBISHI service center of anydefect within the applicable 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 beobtained from your MITSUBISHI Dealer, or by writing or calling MDEA at the address and telephone numberbelow. Proof of purchase date from an authorized MITSUBISHI Dealer is required when requesting warrantyservice. Present your sales receipt or other document which establishes proof and date of purchase. THERETURN 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 ques-tion of safety arise which could affect you.2THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER damage caused by: modification, alteration, repair or service of thisproduct by anyone other than an authorized MITSUBISHI service center; physical abuse to, or misuse of, theVCR; operation in a manner contrary to the instructions which accompany the VCR; freight damage; or anydamage caused by acts of God such as lightning or fluctuation in electrical power. This warranty alsoexcludes all costs arising from installation, adjustment of user controls, external antenna systems, service ofproducts purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A., initial technical adjustments (set-up) and user-requiredmaintenance including head cleaning. Consult the operating instructions enclosed with the product for infor-mation regarding user controls.3ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN, AND ANY REMEDY WHICH, BUT FOR THISPROVISION, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION OR OPERATION OF LAW, IS HEREBY EXCLUDED ANDDISCLAIMED. THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT-ABILITY AND OF FITNESS FOR ANY PAR-TICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY LIMITED TO A TERM OF ONE YEAR.4UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL MDEA BE LIABLE TO PURCHASER OR ANY OTHER PERSONFOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, WHETHER ARISING OUT OFBREACH 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 ofincidental, 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 tostate.7BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE, please review the instruction booklet to insure proper installation andcorrect customer control adjustment. If the problem persists, contact your nearest MITSUBISHI Dealer forname(s) of authorized MITSUBISHI Service Center(s). If you are unable to obtain the information, please call1-800-332-2119, or write us at the address below.MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.9351 Jeronimo RoadIrvine, CA 92618-1904Warranty
MITSUBISHI DIGITAL ELECTRONICS AMERICA, INC.9351 Jeronimo RoadIrvine, CA 92618-1904www.mitsubishi-tv.com© 2001 Mitsubishi Digital Electronics America, Inc.Printed in Japan872C244A1For your nearest Mitsubishi Authorized Service Centercall 1-800-332-2119RETAIN THIS PORTION FOR YOUR RECORDS SERIAL NO.CUSTOMER NAMESTREET ADDRESSCITY STATE ZIPPHONE ( ) PURCHASE DATE / /MO DAY YRPLACE OF PURCHASEPHONE ( )

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