ORION ELECTRIC M4C7D VCR User Manual Instruction Book
ORION ELECTRIC CO., LTD. VCR Instruction Book
Instruction Book
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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
OWNER’S MANUAL
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly.
TV/CATV MODE SELECTION
When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the
"CATV" (Cable Television) mode.
If not using CATV (Cable TV), set this menu option to the "TV" mode.
ATTENTION
If you purchase a universal remote control from your local retailer, please
contact the remote manufacturer for the required programming code.
VCR2510A
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI-
FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION: The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
WARNING:
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equip-
ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try correcting the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC
Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
ATTACHMENTS
Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit's manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may
fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit should not be placed in built-in installa-
tions such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have
been adhered to.
POWER SOURCES
This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not
sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For units
intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert
the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug If your unit is equipped with a
3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-type
power outlet. This too, is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
S3126A
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
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POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the appliance.
LIGHTNING
To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit
due to lightning and power line surges.
POWER LINES
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be
fatal.
OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not push objects through any openings in this unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and support-
ing structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous
voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls
may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
unit to its normal operation.
If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.
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b.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED)
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SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the unit is in proper operating condition.
WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND CLAMPS
GROUNDING CONDUC-
TORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
S2898A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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FEATURES
High Quality Picture Technology - This video cassette recorder marked "HQ" incorporates VHS high quality
technology. A built-in detail enhancer is used to boost the recorded signal and provide maximum picture quality
in playback. It is compatible with other VHS video cassette recorders.
8-Program/1-Month Programmable Timer with Everyday/Every Week Capability - The built-in timer allows
automatic absentee recording of up to 8 TV programs within 1month. It is also possible to record a program
which is broadcast at the same time everyday or every week.
On-Screen Display and Programming - When you select a channel or make other changes, the TV will show
an indicator on the screen for a few seconds. Clock settings, timer setting and other set-up operations can be
carried out using the on-screen display menu system.
Digital Auto Tracking - Automatically adjusts tracking during playback for the best possible picture.
181 Channel Tuner - Receives standard VHF and UHF broadcast channels and up to 113 cable channels.
One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR) - Simply by pressing the REC/OTR button, the VCR can be programmed
for up to 5 hours of recording with an immediate start.
Automatic Power On - When loading a cassette tape, this VCR will automatically turn on.
Automatic Playback - When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, this VCR will automati-
cally turn on and play back the cassette tape at the correct speed.
Automatic Rewind-Stop-Eject-Power Off - When a tape reaches its end during playback and recording, it will
automatically stop, rewind, stop, eject the tape and the VCR will turn off.
Automatic Repeat Play System - When the AUTO REPEAT option is turned on, this VCR will automatically
play back the same cassette tape repeatedly.
On-Screen 3 Language Display - You can select one of 3 languages; English, Spanish or French, for
on-screen programming.
Real Time Tape Counter - The counter displays on the screen the elapsed time in hours, minutes and seconds
and can be used to locate programs.
Channel Skip - An unwanted channel can be deleted when using the CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ button.
2 Speed Picture Search - 3 or 5 times normal speed in SP mode (7X or 9X in LP and 9X or 15X in SLP).
3 Speed Record/Playback - Records and plays three tape speeds (SP, LP, SLP).
Skip Search - When the SKIP SEARCH button is pressed during playback, the VCR will automatically search
forward in 30 second increments to a maximum of 3 minutes with each press of the SKIP SEARCH button, and
then return to normal playback.
Front Audio/Video In Jack - A VCR or other video device may be hooked up for dubbing.
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PLAYBACK
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
LOCATION OF CONTROLS .................................................................................................................................. 10
REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................. 12
BASIC CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 14
CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 18
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 22
SETTING THE VIDEO CHANNEL ......................................................................................................................... 23
ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE SELECTION ............................................................................................................... 24
SETTING THE CLOCK .......................................................................................................................................... 25
SETTING THE CHANNELS ................................................................................................................................... 26
NOISE ELIMINATION (BLUE SCREEN) ............................................................................................................... 29
LOADING AND UNLOADING VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES ......................................................................................30
PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................................................................ 31
SPECIAL PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................................................ 33
RECORDING
RECORDING A TV PROGRAM............................................................................................................................. 35
ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR) ........................................................................................................... 38
SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING .................................................................................................................... 39
ON-SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY ...................................................................................................................... 43
DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE ............................................................................................................................. 44
VIDEO HEAD CLEANING...................................................................................................................................... 45
VIDEO GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................................... 46
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE ....................................................................................................................... 48
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 50
LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................. Back Cover
We recommend that you carefully read the descriptions and operating procedures contained in this Owner's
Manual prior to operating your new VCR.
PRECAUTIONS
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When a cold liquid is poured into a glass, for example, water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of
the glass. This is called moisture condensation.
When you move this VCR from a cold to a warm place.
After heating a cold room or under extremely humid conditions.
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet, press the POWER button to turn on and leave the unit at room
temperature until moisture condensation disappears.
Depending on the surrounding conditions, this may take two or three hours.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
DO NOT OPERATE THIS VCR FOR AT LEAST TWO OR THREE HOURS WHEN MOISTURE IN THE AIR
CONDENSES ON THE VCR.
PRECAUTIONS
Video Tape
Head Drum
If you cause a static discharge when touching the
VCR, and the VCR fails to function, simply unplug the
unit from the wall outlet, wait a few minutes and plug
it back in. The VCR should return to normal operation.
104
°
F
(40
°
C)
Do not place the VCR on or near appliances which
may cause electromagnetic interference, e.g. TV,
speakers, etc. Doing so may cause erratic operation
of the VCR including picture and/or sound distortion
or noise.
Avoid extreme heat.
(5
°
C)
41
°
F
Avoid extreme cold.
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WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION?
MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING CASES;
WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDITIONS,
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AC Outlet
AC Plug
If the polarized AC Plug does not fit into a
non-polarized AC Outlet, do not attempt to
file or cut the blade. It is the user's
responsibility to have an electrician replace
the obsolete outlet.
Avoid extreme moisture and dust. The ventilation holes prevent overheating. Do not
block or cover these holes. Especially avoid covering
the holes with soft materials such as cloth or paper.
Avoid places subject to strong vibration. Use in a
horizontal (flat) position only.
Do not insert fingers or any other objects into the
cassette loading slot. Do not spray cleaner or wax
directly on the VCR or use forced air to remove dust.
When you finish operating the VCR, always unload
the cassette and turn off the power.
When you leave your home for a long time, unplug
the AC power cord. To protect the VCR from a lightning storm, unplug
the AC power cord from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna.
POWER SOURCE
Keep the VCR away from flower vases, sinks, etc. If
liquids should be spilled into the VCR, serious
damage will result. If you spill any liquids into the
VCR, unplug the AC power cord immediately and
consult qualified service personnel before attempting
to use the VCR again.
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TV / VCR
IN AUDIOVIDEO T.REC REC POWER
REC/OTR CH. POWER
PLAY
STOP/
EJECT
F.FWDREW
FRONT
1234
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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
REC/OTR button - Press once to start normal
recording. Additional presses activate One-Touch
Recording.
Remote Sensor - Signals from the Remote
Control are received here.
POWER indicator - Lights when the power is
turned on.
REC indicator - Lights during recording.
T. REC indicator - Lights when the TIMER REC
button is pressed.
TV/VCR indicator - Lights when the TV/VCR
selector button is selected to the VCR mode.
AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks - Audio and video signal
cables from an external source can be
connected here.
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2.
3.
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5.
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7.
Cassette Loading Slot - To insert or remove a
video tape.
REW button - In the STOP mode, this button
rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the PLAY
mode, this button activates Reverse Search.
PLAY button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.
F. FWD button - In the STOP mode, this button
rapidly winds the tape forward. In the PLAY mode,
this button activates Forward Search.
POWER button - Turns the VCR power on and off.
STOP/EJECT button - Press once to stop the
tape in any mode. Press again to eject the tape.
CH. (CHANNEL) ▲ / ▼ buttons - Used to select a
channel for viewing or recording.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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UHF/VHF
OUT(TV)
IN(ANT)
OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
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CH
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Jacks - Used to output audio
and video signals to a TV, amplifier or VCR.
VHF/UHF IN (ANT) Jack - Connect a VHF/UHF
antenna or CATV cable to this jack.
AC Power Cord - Connect to a 120V 60Hz outlet.
1.
2.
3.
3/4 Channel Selector Switch - Selects the channel
through which the VCR outputs its signal to a TV.
VHF/UHF OUT (TV) Jack - Used to output VHF/UHF
or CATV signals to a TV.
4.
5.
DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTORS
REAR
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POWER EJECT
TV/VCR
COUNTER RESETINPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
PLAY
STOP
F.FWDREW
MENU
–+
SET
–+
TRACKING
SKIP
SEARCH
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
123
456
78
0
9
–
+
1
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3
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5
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DESCRIPTION OF BUTTONS
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REMOTE CONTROL
1. POWER button - Turns the VCR power on and off.
2. Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9) - Allow direct
access to any channel.
3. CALL button - Displays the present time/day of the
week, channel, counter, speed selection and VCR
mode on the TV screen.
4. INPUT SELECT button - Switches the program for
viewing between the VCR and external input source.
5. REC/OTR button - Press once to start normal
recording. Additional presses activate One-touch
Timer Recording.
6. PLAY button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.
7. REW button - In the STOP mode, this button rapidly
winds the tape backwards. In the PLAY mode, this
button activates Reverse Search.
8. STOP button - Press once to stop the tape.
9. SPEED (SP/LP/SLP) selector button - Sets the tape
speed for recording.
10. MENU button - Press to display the on-screen menu
function.
11. SET +/– buttons - Used to set the clock, timer
recording, auto repeat, language and noise mute.
12. DIGITAL AUTO TRACKING buttons - Allows
automatic or manual adjustment of tracking to
minimize picture noise during playback.
13. EJECT button - Press to eject the tape.
14. CHANNEL ▲ / ▼ buttons - Used to select a channel
for viewing or recording.
15. TV/VCR selector button - Switches between TV and
VCR.
16. COUNTER RESET button - Resets the Real Time
Counter to 00:00:00.
17. PAUSE/STILL button - During recording, this button
temporarily stops the tape. " " will appear on the
screen. During playback, it stops the tape and displays
a still image on the TV screen.
18. F. FWD button - In the STOP mode, this button
rapidly winds the tape forward. In the PLAY mode,
this button activates Forward Search.
19. ENTER button - Used to enter information for timer
recording, auto repeat, language, clock setting and
blue screen.
20. CANCEL button - Used to clear the selected timer
recording program.
21. TIMER REC button - Used to set the VCR to start
recording at a preset time.
22. SKIP SEARCH button - Press in playback mode to
search forward in 30 second increments to a
maximum of 3 minutes.
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•Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
•Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
•Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh ones.
•If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from
possible battery leakage.
•Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow battery
manufacturer's directions.)
BATTERY INSTALLATION
EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL
Open the battery compart-
ment cover.
Install two "AAA" batteries. Replace the cover.
NOTES:
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Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
BATTERY CAUTIONS
15 FEET
30˚ 30˚
•When direct sunlight, an incandescent lamp, fluorescent lamp or any other strong light shines on the
Remote Sensor, the remote operation may be unstable.
•When there is an obstacle between the VCR and the remote control, the remote control may not operate.
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If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires, use a combiner having two 300 ohm
inputs and one 75 ohm output.
Combination VHF/UHF Antenna With 75 Ohm Coaxial Cable
Combination VHF/UHF Antenna With 300 Ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas
NOTE:
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NOTES:
BASIC CONNECTIONS
If you are using an antenna system, follow the instructions on pages 14-17. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber,
skip ahead to page 18 for the proper connections.
ANTENNA TO VCR CONNECTION
The VCR must be connected "between" the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and connect
it to the VCR. Then connect the VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antenna system to a
VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection diagram. After you have connected the
antenna to the VCR, follow the instructions on pages 16-17 to connect the VCR to the TV.
300 Ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable
300 Ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable
VHF
UHF
•A clear picture will not be obtained by the VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect the antenna
to the VCR properly.
•For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The use of
an outdoor type antenna is required.
•If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel.
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3
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OUT
IN
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF Antenna is
used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF Antenna is
used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF Antenna is
used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.
This VCR has a single 75 ohm antenna input for connection to an antenna (VHF/UHF) or cable (CATV) system.
If you have separate VHF and UHF antennas (number 3 below), use a combiner to connect the antennas to the VCR.
Combiner
75/300 Ohm Inputs
75 Ohm Output
(not supplied)
VCR
VCR
MatchingTransformer
300 Ohm Input
75 Ohm Output
(not supplied)
VCR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
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OUT
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
VCR TO TV CONNECTION
After you have connected the antenna to the VCR (see pages 14 & 15), you must connect the VCR to the TV.
Below are 3 common methods of connecting your VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and follow
the connection diagram.
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1
3
BASIC CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (Supplied)
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (Supplied)
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)
VCR
VCR
VCR
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UHF
VHF
UHF
VHF
VHF/UHF IN
This VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antenna
inputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception.
Splitter
75 Ohm Input
75/300 Ohm Outputs
(not supplied)
Splitter
75 Ohm Input
300 Ohm Outputs
(not supplied)
TV with single 75 ohm
VHF/UHF antenna input
TV with 300 ohm UHF
and 75 ohm VHF
antenna inputs
TV with 300 ohm UHF
and 300 ohm VHF
antenna inputs
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF
Antenna is used,
set the TV/CATV
menu option to
the "TV" mode.
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF
Antenna is used,
set the TV/CATV
menu option to
the "TV" mode.
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF
Antenna is used,
set the TV/CATV
menu option to
the "TV" mode.
TV
TV
TV
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OUT
IN
UHF/VHF
OUT
IN
UHF/VHF
OUT
IN
UHF/VHF
IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.
Whenever Converter/Descrambler box is placed before VCR, you must tune the VCR to the out of the
Converter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.
NOTE:
CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS
VCR
VCR
Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. This VCR has
an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box, except
for those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to a special channel which is scrambled, you must have a
descrambler box for proper reception.
Converter/Descrambler
VCR
Converter/Descrambler
Incoming Cable
Incoming Cable
Incoming Cable
3
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Recording of nonscrambled channels.
Use of the programmable timer.
Recording of one channel while watching another.
Recording of channels through the converter box (scrambled and
unscrambled).
Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected
at the converter box.
Recording one channel while watching another.
Using the VCR tuner to select channels.
To record from converter/descrambler, VCR tuner must be tuned to the
converter output channel, usually channel 3 or 4.
Recording of unscrambled channels
Using the programmable timer.
Recording an unscrambled channel while watching any channel
selected at the converter box.
Recording scrambled channels.
If you are playing a tape or using the tuner built into the VCR, the
converter must be set to the video channel output of the VCR (either 3
or 4).
ALLOWS:
PREVENTS:
NOTE:
ALLOWS:
PREVENTS:
NOTE:
For basic cable service, no premium (scrambled) channels.
ALLOWS:
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This VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled programs,
your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult your local cable
company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are many ways to connect your VCR
to a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection.
TV
TV
VHF/UHF IN
VHF/UHF IN
TV
VHF/UHF IN
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A
B
OUT
IN
UHF/VHF
A
B
A
B
OUT
IN
UHF/VHF
OUT
IN
UHF/VHF
IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.
IMPORTANT:Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.
IMPORTANT:
Whenever a Converter/Descrambler box is placed before the VCR, you must tune the VCR to the output of the
Converter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.
CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)
VCR
Incoming Cable
Converter/Descrambler
VCR
Converter/Descrambler
VCR
Converter/Descrambler
Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.
Splitter Converter/
Descrambler
NOTE:
Incoming Cable
Splitter
Splitter
Incoming Cable
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3
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A
B
A
B
A
B
Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel.
Using the VCR tuner to select channels.
NOTE:
To record from converter/descrambler, VCR tuner must be tuned to
the converter output channel, usually channel 3 or 4.
Recording of nonscrambled channels.
Recording of one channel while watching another.
Watching premium channels through the converter while recording
nonscrambled channels.
Using the programmable timer.
Recording scrambled channels.
Recording of all channels through the converter box.
Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watching
another (scrambled or unscrambled) channel.
Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected
at the converter box.
Using the VCR tuner to select channels.
NOTE:
To record from converter/descrambler, VCR tuner must be tuned to
the converter output channel, usually channel 3 or 4.
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ALLOWS:
PREVENTS:
ALLOWS:
PREVENTS:
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ALLOWS:
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PREVENTS:
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Recording of all channels through the converter box.
Recording of one channel while watching another.
Using the programmable timer to record only the channel
selected at the converter box.
TV
VHF/UHF IN
TV
VHF/UHF IN
CR to the output of the
VHF/UHF IN
TV
A/B Switch
A/B Switch
A/B Switch
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OUT
IN
OUT
IN
When you connect your VCR to a Stereo Component System, you can view the picture from the VCR while
enjoying powerful sound from your audio system.
NOTE: Sound will be monaural.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTION
STEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS
Connect the AUDIO OUT jack on the VCR to the AUDIO IN jack on the stereo.
1. Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV.
2. Connect the AUDIO OUT jack on the VCR to the AUDIO IN jack on the TV.
3. Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV to "VIDEO".
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS
If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks, you can connect your VCR to them to receive a higher quality
picture and sound. If you have a stereo, you can connect a stereo amplifier to enjoy powerful sound.
AUDIO/VIDEO Cord
(Not supplied)
TV
To ANT IN
VCR
VIDEO Cord
(Not supplied)
AUDIO Cord (Not supplied)
VCR
To VHF/UHF
OUT
To VHF/UHF
OUT
To VHF/UHF IN
To AUDIO OUT
To VIDEO IN
To AUDIO IN
To AUDIO OUT
To VIDEO OUT
From ANTENNA/CATV system
From ANTENNA/CATV system
To VHF/UHF IN
To ANT
IN
To VIDEO IN TV
To AUDIO (R)
IN
To AUDIO (L)
IN
To VIDEO OUT
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TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the
VCR position.
SETTING THE VIDEO CHANNEL
1
4
3
If CH 3 or 4 corresponding to the video channel cannot be tuned on your TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR 3/4
channel selector and the TV to CH 3 or 4, play back a prerecorded tape and tune the TV to receive a sharp color
picture from the video cassette recorder. Refer to your TV owner's manual for details.
When a TV is connected with an antenna cable only.
Select any channel to receive a TV station in
your area.
TV/VCR
CH 125
POWER
TV/VCR
5
2
Turn ON the VCR POWER
button. Set the 3/4 Channel
selector switch (Rear of the
VCR) to CH 3 or 4.
Turn ON the TV and set to
CH 3 or 4 to correspond
with the channel selected
in .
The channel number will appear on the screen about 4
seconds.
The TV/VCR indicator will light.
CHANNEL
For a push-button TV tuner
To view playback of a recorded tape, or to watch a program selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV
must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel).
1
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2
3
OR
4
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TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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2
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANCAIS
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON
OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
–+
SET
MENU
1
3
This VCR can display on the TV screen in the English, Spanish or French languages.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
• Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
• Turn ON the VCR.
• Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on and select the video input
mode on the TV.
Press the MENU button.
Press the SET + or – button to select the LAN-
GUAGE option, then press the ENTER button.
ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE SELECTION
–+
SET
MENU ENTER
Press the MENU button twice.Press the SET + or – button to select the desired
language: English, Spanish or French.
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TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
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2
3
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NOTES:
1
5
EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to "8:30 AM" October, 23 (SAT), 1999.
3
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
TIME
10
2000
1 (SUN)
12 : 00AM
〈+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉
8 : 30 AM SAT
MENU
Press the MENU button.
–+
SET
–+
SET
ENTER
ENTER
2
SETTING THE CLOCK
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
• Turn ON the TV and set to the
video channel 3 or 4.
• Turn ON the VCR.
• Press the TV/VCR selector button
to select the VCR mode.
When a TV is connected with an
audio/video cable, turn the TV and
this VCR on, and select the video
input mode on the TV.
Press the SET + or – button
to select the CLOCK SET
option, then press the
ENTER button.
–+
SET
ENTER
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
Set the day, year and time as
in Step 3.
• The day of the week will
automatically appear when
you set the year.
• Press and hold down the
button to increase/decrease
the minute by 10.
Press the ENTER button to
start the clock.
Press the SET + or – button
to set the month, then press
the ENTER button. 4
4
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You must set the date and time manually for timer recordings.
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
TIME
10
1999
23 (SAT)
8 : 30AM
〈+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉
•After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the timer will be lost. In this case, reset the present time.
•Press the CANCEL button to move cursor backward for correction.
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TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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SETTING THE CHANNELS
Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the CH
SET UP mode, then press the ENTER button.
This VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to the next
channel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must be
programmed into the VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this VCR can receive up
to 113 Cable TV channels. To use this VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CATV menu option to the TV mode.
TV/CATV SELECTION
Press the ENTER button
to select the TV or CATV
mode. The arrow indicates
the selected mode.
Press the MENU button until
the MENU screen is cleared.
CH SET UP
TV CATV
AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE
〈
+/–/ENTER/MENU
〉
1
2
3
4
5
Press the SET + or – button
to select the TV/CATV mode.
ENTER
MENU
MENU
ENTER
TV - VHF/UHF channels
CATV - Cable TV channels
5
2
1
4
3
– SET +
– SET +
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
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COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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Press the MENU button.
Press the SET + or – button to select the CH
SET-UP mode, then press the ENTER button.
AUTOMATIC MEMORY TUNING
Press the SET + or – button to select the
AUTO CH MEMORY mode, then press the
ENTER button. The TV will begin memorizing
all the channels available in your area.
1
MENU
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
• Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
• Turn ON the VCR.
• Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on, and select the video
input mode on the TV.
2
ENTER
The VCR can receive a maximum of 181 channels by presetting the channels into memory.
ENTER
– SET +
– SET +
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
CH SET UP
TV CATV
AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE
〈
+/–/ENTER/MENU
〉
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COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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1
6
Press the SET + or – button
to select the CH SET UP
mode, then press the ENTER
button.
Press the SET + or – button
to select the ADD/DELETE
mode, then press the
ENTER button.
Press the MENU button until
the MENU screen is cleared.
Press the MENU button.
2
3
TO ADD/DELETE CHANNELS
Press the ENTER button if
you wish to DELETE the
channel from memory.
Press the ENTER button if you wish
to ADD the unmemorized channel.
Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for each
channel to be added or deleted.
CH 003ADD
〈
0–9/+/–/ENTER/MENU
〉
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4
1
ENTER
ENTER
MENU
MENU
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SETTING THE CHANNELS (CONTINUED)
CH SET UP
TV CATV
AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE
〈
+/–/ENTER/MENU
〉
– SET +– SET +
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
ENTER
Select the desired channel
to be memorized or deleted
using SET + or – button.
– SET +
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COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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2
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
ENTER MENU
–+
SET
When you don't want to receive a weak signal broadcast, the Blue back screen can be obtained by selecting
the NO NOISE BACKGROUND "ON". When the unit is shipped from the factory, the NO NOISE
BACKGROUND is set to the "ON".
1
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
• Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
• Turn ON the VCR.
• Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the
VCR mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on and select the video
input mode on the TV.
3
Press the ENTER button to select the ON
position. Press the MENU button again.
Press the MENU button, then press the SET +
or – button to select the NO NOISE
BACKGROUND option.
MENU
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•Always eject the tape when not in use.
•The cassette can be ejected even if the VCR is turn "OFF".
To unload a cassette, press the EJECT button on
the remote control, or press the STOP/EJECT
button on the VCR twice. The first press will stop
the tape in any mode. The second press will eject
the tape. " " will appear on the screen about 4
seconds.
Push the center of the tape until it is automatically retracted.
AUTOMATIC POWER ON
The VCR will turn on automatically and the POWER indicator will light.
AUTOMATIC PLAY
When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start immediately.
LOADING
UNLOADING
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NOTES:
Use only video cassette tapes marked .
Insert the cassette with its labeled side facing you.
An inverted cassette cannot be inserted.
LOADING AND UNLOADING VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES
AUTOMATIC EJECT
If the VCR automatically rewinds the tape to the
beginning (AUTO REWIND FEATURE), the tape will
be ejected automatically (See the NOTE on page 36).
Pull the cassette out.
EJECT
STOP/
EJECT
2 1
OR
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TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
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2
3
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Load a prerecorded tape. (When loading a
cassette tape without the erase prevention tab,
playback will start automatically.)
TO START PLAYBACK
To play a prerecorded cassette tape.
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2
" " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds.
" " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on and select the video
input mode on the TV.
STOP
PLAY
PLAYBACK
TO STOP PLAYBACK
Press the STOP button once. The tape will stop but
remain fully loaded and ready to play.
Press the PLAY button. Playback will start.
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TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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When a tape is played, the Digital Auto Tracking System automatically adjusts the tracking to obtain the best
possible picture. If noise bars appear during playback, adjust the tracking manually:
•Press the Manual TRACKING + or – button to obtain the best possible picture. To resume automatic
tracking, press the AUTO Tracking button.
" " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds.
" " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds.
TO REWIND OR FORWARD THE TAPE RAPIDLY
FORWARD/REVERSE PICTURE SEARCH
If you want to see the tape program during REW or F.FWD mode, press and hold the REW or F.FWD button again.
The backward or forward visual search picture will be seen on the screen. Release the button to return to the REW
or F.FWD mode.
Press the REW button in the STOP mode. Press the F.FWD button in the STOP mode.
REW
F.FWD
–+
TRACKINGAUTO
–+
TRACKINGAUTO
DIGITAL TRACKING CONTROL
PLAYBACK (CONTINUED)
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COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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•
Best results during speed search playback can be obtained with cassette tapes recorded in the "SP" or "SLP" mode.
•
A few noise bars will appear on the picture
during SPEED SEARCH and STILL.
•
The audio output is muted
during SPEED SEARCH and STILL.
•
To prevent damage to the tape, CUE, REVIEW and STILL playback is automatically changed to the
PLAYBACK mode after 5 minutes.
To visually search backward, press the REW button
once or twice in the PLAYBACK mode.
To visually search forward, press the F.FWD button
once or twice in the PLAYBACK mode.
Press the PLAY button to resume normal viewing speed.
Press the PLAY button to resume normal viewing speed.
NOTES:
REW
F.FWD
TO VISUALLY SEARCH FOR DESIRED POINTS
When either the F.FWD or REW button is pressed in the PLAYBACK mode, the speed search picture will appear.
When pressed twice, the search picture will increase speed. Speed search time depends upon the speed used
(SP, LP or SLP) during recording. To rewind or fast forward a tape, press the STOP button, and then press the REW
or F.FWD button.
SPECIAL PLAYBACK
Press the SKIP SEARCH button in the PLAY mode. The
VCR will search forward through approximately 30 seconds
of the tape (e.g. unwanted commercial time) for each press of
the SKIP SEARCH button (maximum six presses) and then
resume normal playback.
Press the PAUSE/STILL button in the
PLAYBACK mode.
Press the PAUSE/STILL button again to
resume normal playback.
SKIP SEARCH TO WATCH A STILL PICTURE
1 press: 30 seconds of tape
2 presses: 60 seconds of tape
3 presses: 90 seconds of tape
For example:
SKIP
SEARCH
PAUSE/STILL
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COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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TO WATCH A TAPE REPEATEDLY
1Press the MENU button.
Press the SET + or – button to select the
AUTO REPEAT option.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
• Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
• Turn ON the VCR.
• Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on, and select the video
input mode on the TV.
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON
OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
–+
SET
MENU
NOTE:
Press the ENTER button to select the ON
position.
2
To cancel repeat mode, follow the above steps 1 and 2, then press the ENTER button to select the OFF
position. Press the MENU button to return to the TV.
Press the MENU button.
If you press the PLAY button, the tape will play
over and over until the repeat mode is canceled.
3
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
MENU
ENTER
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" " will appear if you press the CALL button.
To cancel, press the CALL button again.
SPECIAL PLAYBACK (CONTINUED)
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COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
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RECORDING AND VIEWING THE SAME TV PROGRAM
NOTE: Since the VCR has its own TV tuner, it is not actually necessary to have the TV turned on in order to make
a recording. Turning on the TV merely allows confirmation of the proper channel settings on your VCR.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
• Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
• Turn ON the VCR.
• Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the
VCR mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on and select the video
input mode on the TV.
Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention
tab intact.
The VCR will automatically turn on.
00 : 00 : 00 SP
The SP, LP or SLP will appear on the screen about 4
seconds.
2
VHF/UHF/CATV CHANNELS
UHF
14-69 STD/HRC/IRC
14-36
(A) (W)
37-59
(AA) (WW)
60-85
(AAA) (ZZZ)
86-94
(86) (94)
95-99
(A-5) (A-1)
100-125
(100)(125)
01
(5A)
TV CATV
VHF
2-13 VHF
2-13
SPEED
1
3
Press the SPEED selector button to select the
desired tape speed SP, LP or SLP. Press the direct channel selection buttons or the
CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ button to select the channel
to be recorded.
2
3
1-9
10-19
20-99
100-125
Press 0 twice and then 1-9 as required.
(Example: To select 2, Press 002.)
Press 0 first and then the remaining 2
digits in order from left to right.
(Example: Press 018 for 18.)
Press 2 digits in order. (Example: Press
22 for 22.)
Press the 3 digits in order. (Example:
Press 110 for 110.)
CH 110
110
CHANNEL
OR
RECORDING A TV PROGRAM
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CH 125
" " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds
and the REC indicator will light.
POWER EJECT
TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
456
78
0
9
4
NOTE:
Press the PAUSE/STILL button to avoid recording unwanted material. Press again to continue the recording.
TO STOP RECORDING
NOTE: The pause function will be released after 5 minutes to prevent damage to the tape or the VCR. The VCR
will change to the STOP mode.
Press the REC/OTR button. Press the STOP button to stop recording.
AUTO REWIND FEATURE
This VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tape has ended (except during OTR and TIMER REC).
It will also eject the tape and turn the VCR’s power OFF.
" " will appear on screen about 4 seconds.
STOP
4
TO STOP RECORDING TEMPORARILY
REC/OTR
REC
" " will appear on screen about 4 seconds and the REC indicator will blink to continue pause mode.
PAUSE/STILL
REC
RECORDING A TV PROGRAM (CONTINUED)
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1
Select the TV channel you want to watch by
using the TV channel selector.
RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE WATCHING ANOTHER
TAPE SPEED AND MAXIMUM RECORDING/PLAYBACK TIME
TAPE SPEED
SP
(Standard Play)
LP
(Long Play)
SLP
(Super Long Play)
VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE
Erase prevention tab Adhesive tape
NOTE: Some CATV hookups do not permit viewing one channel while recording another. See pages 18-21.
1 hour
30 minutes
1-1/2 hours
1 hour
2 hours
3 hours
1-1/2 hours
4-1/2 hours
3 hours
T-90
6 hours
4 hours
2 hours
5-1/3 hours
2-2/3 hours
7 hours
10-1/2 hours
3-1/2 hours
T-210 T-160 T-120 T-60 T-30
8 hours
TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENTAL RECORDING TO RECORD AGAIN
While the VCR is recording, press the TV/VCR
selector button to select the TV position.
The TV/VCR indicator will go off and recording
will continue.
2
1
Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
Be careful the tape does not extend past the edges
of the cassette housing.
After recording, break off the erase prevention
tab if you do not wish to record over the tape.
TV/VCR
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•Press the REC/OTR button to increase the time needed for recording. (See the chart below.)
POWER EJECT
TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
456
78
0
9
EXAMPLE: One-touch timer recording for 30 minutes.
ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR)
The one-touch timer recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording.
2
1
4
3
NOTES:
Press
Recording time
4 times
1:30
5 times
2:00
6 times
3:00
7 times
4:00
3 times
1:00
twice
0:30
once
NORMAL REC
9 times
NORMAL REC
8 times
5:00
OTR 0 : 30
CH 125
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
• Turn ON the TV and set to the
video channel 3 or 4.
• Turn ON the VCR.
When a TV is connected with an
audio/video cable, turn the TV on
and select the video input mode
on the TV.
Press the SPEED selector
button to select the desired
tape speed SP, LP or SLP.
Load a cassette tape with the
erase prevention tab intact.
Press the REC/OTR button to begin recording.
Press the button again to stop recording after
30 minutes. Each additional press of the REC/
OTR button will increase recording time as shown in
the chart below, up to a maximum of 5 hours. The
OTR and recording time will appear on screen about
4 seconds.
REC/OTR
4
23
00 : 00 : 00 SP
SPEED
The counter and SP, LP or SLP
will appear on the screen about 4
seconds.
Press the direct channel selection buttons or
the CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ button to select the
channel to be recorded.
CH 125
The channel number will
appear on the screen about
4 seconds.
CHANNEL
125
OR
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POWER EJECT
TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
456
78
0
9
Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with the remote control. The built-in timer allows automatic
unattended recording of up to 8 programs within 1 month.
Turn on the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
Load a video cassette with the erase prevention tab
intact. The VCR will automatically turn on.
Check that the clock and date are correct (see page
25).
•
•
•
•
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Press the MENU button. Check the TIMER REC
SET option is selected, then press the ENTER
button.
2Press the SET + or – button to select one of
the program lines, then press the ENTER
button.
SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING
MENU
CLOCK SET
TIMER REC SET
ON OFF
AUTO REPEAT
CH SET UP
〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ON OFF
NO NOISE BACKGROUND
---
-:--
-:-- -:--
-:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
------ -
------ -
------
------ -
-
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
〈+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉
START
END
DATE CH
ENTER
MENU
–+
SET
ENTER
–+
SET
ENTER
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on and select the video
input mode on the TV.
EXAMPLE: Program a timer recording for the 26th day, channel 125 (CATV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer program
number 1. (Tape speed: SLP)
3Press the SET + or – button to select the date,
then press the ENTER button.
1
32 321
1
---
-:--
-:-- -:--
-:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
------ -
------ -
------ -
-
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
26(WE)
〈+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉
START
END
DATE CH
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POWER EJECT
TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
456
78
0
9
NOTES:
6
4
Press the TIMER REC button. The power will
go off, the T. REC indicator will light and the
VCR stands by for recording.
While setting, press the ENTER button to flash the item
to correct, then re-enter the setting with the SET + or –
button.
When finished, press the ENTER button.
Set the start time, end time, channel and tape
speed as in step 3. 5
TO CORRECT THE SETTINGS
4
6
To cancel timer recoreding, press the button again
and the T.REC indicator will go out.
TIMER REC
T. REC
SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING (CONTINUED)
•The VCR cannot be used while the T. REC indicator is lit.
•After a power failure or disconnection of the power plug, all programmed recording settings must be reset
upon resumption of power. In this case, reset the clock (see page 25) and reprogram any timer recordings.
•Press the CANCEL button to move cursor backward for correction.
•To record from external source set the channel to "L". "L" will appear next to ch 125
(or 69).
MENU
Press the MENU button twice to return to the
normal screen.
〈+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉
11:00PM 11:30PM
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
26(WE)
125
START END
DATE
CH
SLP
ENTER
–+
SET
5
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POWER EJECT
TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
456
78
0
9
NOTES:
TO SET DAILY/WEEKLY TIMER
Press the SET + or – button to select the TIMER REC SET option in the MENU.
Then press the ENTER button to display the timer program list.
Press the MENU button twice to return to the normal screen.
When setting the date in step 3, press the SET – button repeatedly.
The setting changes as follows:
Example
After setting, press the ENTER button.
TO CONFIRM THE SETTINGS
11:00PM11:30PM
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
26(WE)
125 SLP
〈+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉
START
END
DATE CH
The current day (Friday) SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday)
MO-SA (Monday to Saturday)
One month later
minus one day MO-FR (Monday to Friday)
WKL-WE WKL-TH (Weekly Thursday)
(Weekly Wednesday)
•The everyday/every week recording can be made continuously until the recording is canceled or the tape
reaches the end.
•During timer recording, the automatic rewinding mechanism does not function.
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POWER EJECT
TV/VCR
COUNTER RESET
INPUT SELECT
REC/OTR
SPEED
MENU
–+
–
+
SET
SKIP
SEARCH
–+
TRACKING
AUTO
CANCEL
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
F.FWD
REW
TIMER REC
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
CALL
1
2
3
456
78
0
9
Press the SET + or – button to select the TIMER REC SET option in the MENU.
Then press the SET + or – button to select the unnecessary program, and press the CANCEL button to
cancel the program.
TO CANCEL A PROGRAM
CANCEL
---
-:--
-:-- -:--
-:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
-:-- -:-- ---
------ -
------ -
------
------ -
-
------ -
------ -
------ -
------ -
〈+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉
START
END
DATE CH
IF THE PROGRAM OVERLAPS ANOTHER
NOTE: Do not overlap programs as portions of the conflicting programs will be lost. The first recording time
has priority over the next recording time as shown in the diagram.
8 : 00 11 : 00
9 : 00 10 : 00
Program 1
Prog.1
Deleted Parts
Non Recorded Portion Parts
Prog.2 Prog.3
Program 2
Program 3
Recording
Control Settings
SETTING THE TIMER RECORING (CONTINUED)
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ON-SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY
Press the CALL button again to make the display disappear.
Press the CALL button again to make the display disappear.
8 : 30 AM THU CH125
00:00:00 SP
DAY OF THE WEEK
CLOCK
REAL TIME COUNTER
TAPE SPEED
CHANNEL
NOTES:
Press the CALL button.
Press the CALL button.
Press the COUNTER RESET button. The counter will appear on the screen.
COUNTER RESET
00 : 00 : 00 SP
CALL
CALL
WHILE WATCHING TV
WHILE OPERATING A TAPE
TO SET THE COUNTER TO '00:00:00'
00 : 00 : 00 SP
CH 1258 : 30 AM THU
STEREO SAP
OPERATING MODE
AUTO REPEAT
•If you rewind the tape from "00:00:00", a minus sign ("–") will be displayed in front of the time.
•When you load a tape, the counter will change to "00:00:00".
•The counter does not function on nonrecorded (blank) sections of the tape. When you rewind, fast forward
or play tapes through blank sections, the counter stops.
TAPE IN
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•It is recommended that you set the SPEED to the SP mode on the recording VCR for best result.
•Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may
infringe on the rights of copyright owners and violate copyright laws.
12
NOTES:
If you connect the VCR to another VCR or camcorder, you can duplicate a previously recorded tape. Make all
connections before turning on the power.
DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE
For duplicating a previously recorded tape from a
camcorder, follow the camcorder manufacturer’s
instructions. A typical camcorder dubbing hookup is
shown above.
35
4
Load a blank cassette tape with the erase
prevention tab intact into the recording VCR.
Load a previously recorded tape into the
playback VCR or CAMCORDER.
Press the PLAY button on the
playback VCR, then press the
PAUSE/STILL button.
Press the PAUSE/STILL
button on both the VCRs
simultaneously to begin the
duplicating process.
Press the REC/OTR button
on the recording VCR, then
press the PAUSE/STILL
button.
▲
▲
PAUSE/STILL
PAUSE/STILL
PAUSE/STILL
PLAY
PAUSE/STILL
REC/OTR
To VIDEO
IN
To AUDIO IN
Recording VCR
To AV Jack
Playback VCR
To AUDIO OUT
AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (Not supplied)
Recording VCR
To AUDIO IN
To VIDEO OUT
To VIDEO IN
Playback Camcorder
AUDIO/VIDEO Cord
(Not supplied)
Press the INPUT SELECT button to select
AUDIO/VIDEO input position. "LINE" will
appear on the screen.
Playback Camcorder
INPUT SELECT
LINE
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•Video heads may eventually wear out and should be replaced when they fail to produce clear pictures.
•To help prevent video head clogging, use only good quality VHS tapes. Discard worn out tapes.
AUTO HEAD CLEANING
VIDEO HEAD CLEANING
The AUTO HEAD CLEANING system cleans the video heads automatically when a cassette is inserted or ejected to
prevent dirt from accumulating on the heads. However, manual head cleaning is needed if the picture on playback is
still unclear although the picture on program is normal. This failure signifies that the head is getting dirty and occurs
when playing poor quality or damaged tapes. If the heads require cleaning, use a high quality head cleaning system
or have them cleaned professionally.
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE VIDEO HEADS OR SERVICE THE UNIT BY REMOVING THE TOP COVER.
NOTES:
The video heads are the means by which the VCR reads pictures from the tape during playback. In the unlikely
event that the heads become dirty enough to be clogged, no picture will be played back. This can easily be
determined if, during playback of a known good tape, there is good sound, but no picture (picture is extremely
snowy). If this is the case, have the video cassette recorder checked by qualified service personnel.
VIDEO HEAD CLOGGING
Snowy PictureGood Picture
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This video glossary is provided to help you become familiar with video terms, equipment and accessories you may
encounter or require in the future.
A/B SWITCH - A device that allows you to select from two video sources for output to your VCR or TV. (Not included)
ANTENNA ADAPTER or ANTENNA MATCHING UNIT - See matching transformer.
BALUN - See matching transformer.
BANDS - Groups of TV channels which fall within certain frequencies.
All the channels your TV/VCR receives can be tuned on one of three bands:
CATV - Cable TV, a method of transmitting TV signals through cable. This usually involves a monthly service
charge. CATV is usually transmitted by one of three systems: HRC, IRC or STD.
COAXIAL CABLE (75 ohm) - A special type of round wire used for antenna or cable systems, or for connecting a
VCR to a TV.
COMBINER (or COUPLER) - A device used to combine two or more incoming antenna wires or cables
into a single output (not included).
CONVERTER BOX/DESCRAMBLER - A device supplied by cable companies for receiving or descrambling cable
signals. Often used for TV sets that cannot receive cable channels, or when pay stations are desired by the customer
(not included).
DIGITAL - Special circuitry using microchips to store images enables a VCR to perform viewing effects like strobe,
and high quality still picture.
DIGITAL AUTO TRACKING - Automatically adjusts the playback tracking for the best possible picture.
DUBBING - A method of recording from one video cassette tape to another by connecting a VCR with another VCR,
VCP or camcorder.
FS TUNER - A quartz-locked, frequency synthesized tuning system that electronically locks in stations for optimal
reception. Eliminates the need for presetting channels into the TV/VCR.
F-TYPE CONNECTOR JACK - A threaded input jack designed to accept
coaxial cable (75 ohm) using either a 'push-on' or 'screw-on' F connector.
FULL LOADING TAPE TRANSPORT - Keeps video cassette tape fully loaded in VCR for rapid access between
modes.
H.Q. - High Quality picture. Special circuitry designed to improve VHS picture quality. Includes 'white clip expansion'
and one or more additional special circuits.
REAL TIME COUNTER - A real time counter that displays the elapsed time during recording or playback in hours,
minutes and seconds. The counter does not function on nonrecorded (blank) sections of tape.
MATCHING TRANSFORMER - An adapter used to convert 75 ohm cable to 300 ohm twin lead wire, or 300 ohm to 75
ohm.
VL - VHF channels 2~6 and cable A-5~A-3
VH - VHF channels 7~13 and cable A-2~A-1, A~I, J~W and AA~FFF
U - UHF channels 14~69 and cable GGG~125
2 TYPES OF MATCHING
TRANSFORMERS
F CONNECTOR JACK
A CONVERTER/
DESCRAMBLER
COAXIAL CABLE WITH
THREADED F CONNECTOR
A/B SWITCH
VIDEO GLOSSARY
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INPUT/OUTPUT JACKS
TWIN LEAD WIRE
WITH TERMINALS
TWO TYPES OF SPLITTERS
MTS - Multichannel TV Sound. A stereo broadcast sound system used for transmitting stereo sound signals on TV,
usually broadcast with another channel (SAP).
PRESET - A method of programming channels and channel numbers into the memory of the VCR.
PUSH ON CONNECTOR - Made to fit over an F connector jack without threading. Many matching transformers use
push on connectors.
RF CONVERTER - A device built into VCRs and converter/descramblers which converts all signals into the video
channel (either 3 or 4) for viewing on a TV.
SAP-SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM - A third audio channel under the MTS system frequently used for bilingual
broadcasts.
SPECIAL EFFECTS - Picture features available on some VCRs such as still frame, and picture search.
SPLITTER - A device used to divide an incoming antenna wire or coaxial cable into two or more wires or cables (not
included).
STROBE PLAYBACK - A special digital playback feature in which still frames are displayed in rapid succession for
a strobe effect.
TWIN LEAD WIRE (300 ohm) - A two conductor flat wire used for connecting an antenna to a TV set or VCR.
UHF - Ultra High Frequency. The band of frequencies used for UHF channels 14-69.(Cable companies sometimes
transmit UHF channels on other bands.)
VCP - Video cassette player. A device which can play video cassettes but cannot record.
VCR - Video cassette recorder. A device that can record and playback video cassettes.
VHF - Very High Frequency. The band of frequencies used to transmit VHF channels 2-13. Also used by cable
companies to transmit their own channel.
VHS-C - A popular video cassette format used in many video camcorders. VHS-C cassettes can be loaded into a
video cassette adapter which makes the tape fully compatible with the standard VHS format.
VHS - Video Home System. The video tape format most commonly used in the U.S.
VHS HI-FI - A superior method of recording stereo audio signals on video tape, resulting in very high quality audio
recording.
VIDEO CHANNEL - The TV broadcast channel (usually 3 or 4) used to output signals from a VCR or cable box.
VIDEO INPUTS/OUTPUTS - RCA type jacks in back of the VCR used for dubbing or providing audio or video signals
from other sources.
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The AC power cord is not con-
nected.
Cassette is not inserted.
Antenna connection is not correct.
Antenna cable is disconnected.
The video channel is not in the
correct position.
The TV is not set to the video
channel 3 or 4.
The TV/VCR selector is set at TV
mode. (The TV/VCR indicator is
not lit.)
INPUT SELECT is set to the LINE
mode.
The TV/CATV menu option setting.
The erase prevention tab of the
video cassette is broken off.
INPUT SELECT is set to the LINE
mode.
The time is not set correctly.
The recording start/end time is
not set correctly.
The TIMER REC button has not
been pressed. (The T.REC
indicator is not lit.)
POWER
No power.
Although the power is on, it
does not operate.
TV BROADCAST RECEPTION
A TV program that is
selected by the VCR does
not appear on the screen.
A TV program selected by
the VCR does not appear in
color.
RECORDING
TV recording does not work.
Timer recording does not
work.
PAGEPOSSIBLE SOLUTION
SYMPTOM
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE
Make sure by first checking the following points.
23
26
37
40
40
30
9
Connect the AC power cord to the AC
outlet.
Insert a video cassette.
Reconnect the antenna cable. 14
14
Connect it correctly.
Set it to CH 3 or 4. 23
Set the TV channel selector to the 3
or 4 position.
Press the TV/VCR selector button.
(The TV/VCR indicator will light.) 23
Press the INPUT SELECT button to
select the TV mode. 44
Set the TV/CATV menu option to
select TV or CATV mode.
Place a piece of vinyl tape over the
gap.
Press the INPUT SELECT button to
select the TV mode. 44
Reset the present time. 25
Set the start/end time.
Press the TIMER REC button.
(The T.REC indicator will light.)
CAUSE
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PLAYBACK
No picture on screen when
playing back a recorded
tape.
Noise bars on screen.
REMOTE CONTROL
Remote control does not
work.
TV programs cannot be
seen using the TV selector.
The TV is not set to the video
channel 3 or 4.
Tracking adjustment beyond
range of automatic tracking
circuit.
Video heads are dirty.
The tape is worn or damaged.
It is not aimed at the remote
sensor.
Distance too far or too much light
in the room.
There is an obstacle in the path
of the beam.
The batteries are weak.
The +, – polarity of the bat-
teries are not inserted correctly.
The TV/VCR function is in the
VCR mode.
Set to the video channel 3 or 4 or
adjust the fine tuning button on
your TV set.
Adjust tracking manually using
the TRACKING + and – buttons on
remote control.
Have the video heads cleaned.
Try another tape.
Aim it at the remote sensor.
Operate within 15 feet (5 meters)
reduce the light in the room.
Clear the path of the beam.
Replace the batteries.
Insert correctly.
Set to TV, or turn off the VCR
power button.
POSSIBLE SOLUTION PAGE
CAUSE
SYMPTOM
23
32
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13
13
13
13
13
–
45
FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL
1-800-289-0980
FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE CALL OR WRITE TO:
ORION SALES, INC.
HIGHWAY 41
ORION PLACE
PRINCETON, INDIANA 47670
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2 Rotary Heads
1 Track
120V, 60Hz
Approx. 10 watts
181 Channel Freq. Synthesized
VHF
UHF
CATV
Channel 3 or 4, Switchable
Video:
Audio:
Antenna:
F.FWD: Approx. 1 min. 48 sec.
REW: Approx. 1 min. 48 sec.
(with T-120 Cassette Tape)
SP -3 & 5 X Normal Speed
LP - 7 & 9 X Normal Speed
SLP - 9 & 15 X Normal Speed
14-3/16"W X 3-3/4"H X 9-7/16"D
8.8 Ibs
Remote Control
75 ohm Coaxial Cable
2-13
14-69
14-36 (A)-(W)
37-59 (AA)-(WW)
60-85 (AAA)-(ZZZ)
86-94 (86)-(94)
95-99 (A-5)-(A-1)
100-125 (100)-(125)
01 (5A)
In (RCA) 1Vp-p 75 ohm
Out (RCA) 1Vp-p 75 ohm
In (RCA)–8dB/50K ohm
Out (RCA)–8dB/1K ohm
VHF/UHF IN 75 ohm coaxial
VHF/UHF OUT 75 ohm coaxial
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
SPECIFICATIONS
Video Head:
Audio Track:
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Tuner:
RF Channel Output:
Inputs/Outputs:
F.FWD/REW Time:
Speed Search:
Dimensions:
Weight:
Supplied accessories
4C73101B(P44-back) 17/9/99, 4:08 PM50