ORION ELECTRIC M4C9E VCR User Manual Instruction Book
ORION ELECTRIC CO., LTD. VCR Instruction Book
Instruction Book
OWNER’S MANUAL MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS 4 HEAD Hi-Fi STEREO VCR MAGNÉTOSCOPE STÉRÉO Hi-Fi À 4 TÊTES VHF6010 ATTENTION For your protection in the event of theft or loss of this product, please fill in the information listed below which is for your own personal records. Pour votre protection en cas de vol ou de perte de l’appareil, veuillez inscrire cidessous les renseignements demandés. Date of Purchase : Date d'achat Serial No. Numéro de série Place of Purchase : Lieu d'achat TV/CATV MODE SELECTION SELECTION DU MODE TV/CATV 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. Lors de la fabrication, l’option menu TV/CATV est réglée en mode "CATV" (Télévision à câble). Si l’on n’utilise pas le mode CATV (TV à câble), régler cette option menu en mode "TV". Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly. Avant d’utiliser l’appareil, veuillez lire attentivement ce manuel. 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 ENGLISH CAUTION 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 QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with the FCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. 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. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 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. ENGLISH 3. 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 PORTABLE CART WARNING basement, or near a swimming pool. (symbol provided by RETAC) 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. 8A. 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. 9. S3125A 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 installations such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 10. 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. 11. 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. 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED) 12. 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. 13. 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. 14. 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. 15. OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. 16. 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. 17. 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 supporting 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. 18. 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. 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit. c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those e. f. 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. 20. 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. 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 21. SAFETY CHECK Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 24. 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. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H) 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 ENGLISH determine that the unit is in proper operating condition. 22. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 23. HEAT 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. 4 Video Heads - Provides optimal picture quality for special effects playback. Hi-Fi Stereo Sound - With a frequency response of 20 to 20,000 Hz and a dynamic range of better than 85dB, this VCR provides a level of excellence that rivals compact discs. 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 automatically 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 onscreen programming. Variable Speed Slow Motion - This VCR provides Variable speed slow motion which offers steady, noise free playback at 1/5-1/30 normal speed. Frame by Frame Advance - Press the SLOW button during still playback to advance the tape one frame at a time. 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. Real Time Tape Counter with Zero Return - The counter displays real tape time and the zero return function can be used to return the tape to a preselected position (00:00:00) while the counter can be used to locate programs. TV Monitor - When the TV MONI. (Monitor) button on the remote control is pressed during playback, the TV channel selected on the VCR can be viewed. 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). Stereo/SAP Reception - This VCR is designed to receive stereo and separate audio program (SAP) broadcasts where available. Video Index Search System - Locates the beginning of any recording made on the VCR. Front Audio/Video In Jacks - A VCR or other video device may be hooked up for dubbing. 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 TABLE OF CONTENTS ENGLISH We recommend that you carefully read the descriptions and operating procedures contained in this Owner's Manual prior to operating your new VCR. PRECAUTIONS 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 PLAYBACK LOADING AND UNLOADING VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES ..................................................................................... 30 PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................................................................ 31 SPECIAL PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................................................ 33 RECORDING RECORDING A TV PROGRAM ............................................................................................................................. 36 ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR) ........................................................................................................... 39 SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING .................................................................................................................... 40 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON-SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY ...................................................................................................................... USING ZERO RETURN ......................................................................................................................................... VIDEO INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM (INDEX) .......................................................................................................... STEREO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................. SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP) ................................................................................................................. DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE ............................................................................................................................. VIDEO HEAD CLEANING ...................................................................................................................................... BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE ....................................................................................................................... SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................... 52 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 PRECAUTIONS MOISTURE CONDENSATION DO NOT OPERATE THIS VCR FOR AT LEAST TWO OR THREE HOURS WHEN MOISTURE IN THE AIR CONDENSES ON THE VCR. WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION? 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. MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING CASES; • When you move this VCR from a cold to a warm place. • After heating a cold room or under extremely humid conditions. WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE 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. Head Drum Video Tape 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. Avoid extreme heat. 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 cold. 104°F (40°C) (5°C) 41°F 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 Avoid extreme moisture and dust. 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. Avoid places subject to strong vibration. Use in a horizontal (flat) position only. 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. 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. ENGLISH 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. POWER SOURCE TO USE AC POWER SOURCE Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet. AC Outlet NOTES: 1. Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified voltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only. 2. If the polarized AC cord 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. 3. If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit, and the unit fails to function, simply unplug the unit, from the AC outlet, wait a few minutes, and plug it back in. The unit should return to normal operation. Wider Hole and Blade Polarized AC Cord Plug (One blade is wider than the other.) 4C94001A/E/COV-09 08*12*99, 11:44 LOCATION OF CONTROLS FRONT POWER PLAY F.FWD STOP/ EJECT REC/OTR REW VIDEO IN (MONO) L – AUDIO IN – R TV/VCR 13 14 T.REC REC CHANNEL POWER 12 11 10 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 1. Cassette Loading Slot - To insert or remove a video tape. 8. CHANNEL ▼ / ▲ buttons - Used to select a channel for viewing or recording. 2. REW button - In the STOP mode, this button rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the PLAY mode, this button activates Reverse Search. 9. Remote Sensor - Signals from the Remote Control are received here. 3. PLAY button - Press to play a prerecorded tape. 4. F. FWD button - In the STOP mode, this button rapidly winds the tape forward. In the PLAY mode, this button activates Forward Search. 10. POWER indicator - Lights when the power is turned on. 11. REC indicator - Lights during recording. 12. T. REC indicator - Lights when the TIMER REC button is pressed. 5. POWER button - Turns the VCR power on and off. 6. REC/OTR button - Press once to start normal recording. Additional presses activate One-Touch Recording. 7. STOP/EJECT button - Press once to stop the tape in any mode. Press again to eject the tape. 13. TV/VCR indicator - Lights when the TV/VCR selector button is selected to the VCR mode. 14. AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO In Jacks - Audio and video signal cables from an external source can be connected here. 10 4C94001A/E/P10-19 10 08*12*99, 11:42 REAR ENGLISH VHF/UHF OUT IN(ANT) VIDEO AUDIO CH 3 4 OUT(TV) DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTORS 1. AUDIO (L/R)/VIDEO OUT Jacks - Used to output audio and video signals to a TV, amplifier or VCR. 4. 3/4 Channel Selector Switch - Selects the channel through which the VCR outputs its signal to a TV. 2. VHF/UHF IN (ANT) Jack - Connect a VHF/UHF antenna or CATV cable to this jack. 5. AC Power Cord - Connect to a 120V 60Hz outlet. 3. VHF/UHF OUT (TV) Jack - Used to output VHF/ UHF or CATV signals to a TV. 11 4C94001A/E/P10-19 11 08*12*99, 11:42 REMOTE CONTROL 15 POWER TIMER REC TV MONI. EJECT 16 CHANNEL 17 CALL 18 TV/VCR 19 20 AUTO INDEX TRACKING MENU COUNT ZERO RESET RETURN SET 21 SELECT INPUT AUDIO ENTER CANCEL SLOW SLOW 10 PAUSE/STILL STOP REW / PLAY SKIP SPEED SEARCH REC/OTR 11 / F.FWD 12 22 23 24 25 26 27 13 28 14 29 DESCRIPTION OF BUTTONS 1. TIMER REC button - Used to set the VCR to start recording at a preset time. 2. POWER button - Turns the VCR power on and off. 3. Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9) - Allow direct access to any channel. 4. CALL button - Displays the present time/day of the week, channel, counter, speed selection and VCR mode on the TV screen. 5. AUTO/Manual TRACKING buttons - Allows automatic or manual adjustment of tracking to minimize picture noise during playback. 6. COUNT RESET button - Resets the Real Time Counter to 00:00:00. 7. AUDIO SELECT button - Switches sound between mono and stereo, and SAP when receiving broadcasts in stereo or SAP. 8. INPUT SELECT button - Switches the program for viewing between the VCR and external input sources. 9. INDEX button - Used to search for the INDEX mark. 10. SLOW button - Press to play back a tape in slow motion or to advance the tape one frame at a time during still playback. 11. SLOW – button - Press to speed down slow motion playback until it is 1/30 of normal speed playback. 12. SLOW + button - Press to speed up slow motion playback until it is 1/5 of normal speed playback. 13. PAUSE/STILL button - During recording, this button temporarily stops the tape. The " " will appear on the screen. During playback, it stops the tape and displays a still image on the TV screen. 14. REW button - In the STOP mode, this button rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the PLAY mode, this button activates Reverse Search. 15. TV MONI. (Monitor) button - Used to temporarily view a TV channel selected on the VCR while in the playback mode. 16. EJECT button - Press to eject the tape. 17. CHANNEL ▲ / ▼ buttons - Used to select a channel for viewing or recording. 18. TV/VCR selector button - Switches between TV and VCR. 19. MENU button - Press to display the on-screen menu function. 20. ZERO RETURN button - Used to stop the tape when the counter reaches 00:00:00. 21. SET + / – buttons - Used to set or adjust in the menu mode. 22. ENTER button - Used to enter the information in the menu mode. 23. CANCEL button - Used to clear the selected timer recording program. 24. SKIP SEARCH button - Press in the playback mode to search forward in 30 second increments to a maximum of 3 minutes. 25. SPEED (SP/LP/SLP) selector button - Sets the tape speed for recording. 26. REC/OTR button - Press once to start normal recording. Additional presses activate One-touch Timer Recording. 27. STOP button - Press once to stop the tape. 28. F. FWD button - In the STOP mode, this button rapidly winds the tape forward. In the PLAY mode, this button activates Forward Search. 29. PLAY button - Press to play a prerecorded tape. 12 4C94001A/E/P10-19 12 08*12*99, 11:42 BATTERY INSTALLATION Open the battery compartment cover. Install two "AAA" batteries. Replace the cover. ENGLISH BATTERY CAUTIONS Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device: • 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.) EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL NOTES: • 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. 13 4C94001A/E/P10-19 13 08*12*99, 11:42 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. Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable 75 ohm Coaxial Cable Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire Separate VHF and UHF Antennas UHF VHF 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire 75 ohm Coaxial Cable NOTE: 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. NOTES: • 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. 14 4C94001A/E/P10-19 14 08*12*99, 11:42 VCR NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV IN menu option to the "TV" mode. OUT VCR Matching Transformer 300 ohm Input 75 ohm output (not supplied) IN NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the "TV" mode. OUT VCR Combiner 75/300 ohm Inputs 75 ohm output (not supplied) IN NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the "TV" mode. OUT 15 4C94001A/E/P10-19 15 08*12*99, 11:42 ENGLISH 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. BASIC CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED) 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. IN OUT 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) VCR IN OUT 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) VCR IN OUT 75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied) VCR 16 4C94001A/E/P10-19 16 08*12*99, 11:42 TV VHF/UHF IN ENGLISH 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. NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the "TV" mode. TV with single 75 ohm VHF/UHF antenna input Splitter 75 ohm Input 75/300 ohm outputs (not supplied) TV UHF VHF NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the "TV" mode. TV with 300 ohm UHF and 75 ohm VHF antenna inputs TV Splitter 75 ohm Input 300 ohm outputs (not supplied) UHF NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna is used, set the TV/CATV menu option to the "TV" mode. VHF TV with 300 ohm UHF and 300 ohm VHF antenna inputs 17 4C94001A/E/P10-19 17 08*12*99, 11:42 CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS 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. IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode. VCR Incoming Cable VHF/UHF IN OUT IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode. VCR Converter/Descrambler VHF/UHF IN Incoming Cable OUT IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode. VCR VHF/UHF IN Incoming Cable Converter/Descrambler OUT NOTE: 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. 18 4C94001A/E/P10-19 18 08*12*99, 11:42 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 ENGLISH For basic cable service, no premium (scrambled) channels. ALLOWS: * Recording of nonscrambled channels. * Use of the programmable timer. * Recording of one channel while watching another. VHF/UHF IN TV VHF/UHF IN ALLOWS: * Recording of channels through the converter box (scrambled and unscrambled). * Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box. PREVENTS: * Recording one channel while watching another. * 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. TV VHF/UHF IN ALLOWS: * Recording of unscrambled channels. * Using the programmable timer. * Recording an unscrambled channel while watching any channel selected at the converter box. PREVENTS: * Recording scrambled channels. NOTE: 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). 19 4C94001A/E/P10-19 19 08*12*99, 11:42 CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED) IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode. VCR Splitter VHF/UHF IN Incoming Cable OUT Converter/Descrambler IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode. VCR VHF/UHF IN OUT Incoming Cable Converter/Descrambler IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode. VCR Converter/Descrambler Splitter VHF/UHF IN OUT Incoming Cable Converter/Descrambler NOTE: 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. 20 4C94001A/E/P20-29 20 08*12*99, 11:40 A/B Switch VHF/UHF IN ALLOWS: * 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. PREVENTS: * Recording scrambled channels. TV A/B Switch ENGLISH ALLOWS: * 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. PREVENTS: * 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. TV VHF/UHF IN ALLOWS: * 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. PREVENTS: * 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. TV A/B Switch VHF/UHF IN CR to the output of the 21 4C94001A/E/P20-29 21 08*12*99, 11:40 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 CONNECTION From ANTENNA/CATV system VCR To VHF/UHF IN TV IN To VIDEO OUT OUT To AUDIO (L) OUT To AUDIO (R) OUT To VHF/UHF OUT To ANT IN To AUDIO (R) IN To VIDEO IN To AUDIO (L) IN AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (Not supplied) 1. Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV. 2. Connect the AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO (L/R) IN jacks on the TV. 3. Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV to "VIDEO". STEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS 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. From ANTENNA/CATV system VIDEO Cord (Not supplied) To VHF/UHF IN VCR To VIDEO IN TV To ANT IN To VIDEO OUT IN To AUDIO (L) OUT OUT To AUDIO (R) OUT To VHF/UHF OUT To AUX (L) IN To AUX (R) IN AUDIO Cord (Not supplied) Connect the AUDIO (L/R) OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUX (L/R) IN jacks on the stereo amplifier. 22 4C94001A/E/P20-29 22 08*12*99, 11:40 SETTING THE VIDEO CHANNEL 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). 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 2 . CH 3 4 POWER 3 4 OR ER PO TIM ER RE MO NI. EJ EC LL CA TV CH AN NE AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI US E/ SL ST OW ILL RO N ZE TU T RE UN ET T IO CO ES C UD LE A S T IN OW PA RE IN SL NG ME NU SE EN TE C/ IP CH SKAR SE RE /F. OT AY PL OP ST FW Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR position. Select any channel to receive a TV station in your area. CHANNEL TV/VCR CH 125 TV/VCR The channel number will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. The TV/VCR indicator will light. For a push-button TV tuner 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. 23 4C94001A/E/P20-29 23 08*12*99, 11:41 ENGLISH When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable only. ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE SELECTION 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. Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the LANGUAGE option, then press the ENTER button. MENU – 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. MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 PO WE TI ER RE TV NI EJ EC LL CA CH AN NE AU TV TO /V TR IN KI NG RE OUN SE T TR Z ET ERO UR AU DIO SL SE OW EN TE ST CA SP OP NC EE EL DS S EA KIP RC RE C/ OT /F. FW CR AC LE ST ILL PL AY PU E/ IN US OW PA RE 1 3 SL Press the SET + or – button to select the desired language: English, Spanish or French. – SET + ME NU Press the MENU button twice. MENU LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ENGLISH ESPAÑOL FRANCAIS 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 24 4C94001A/E/P20-29 24 08*12*99, 11:41 SETTING THE CLOCK You must set the date and time manually for timer recordings. EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to "8:30 AM" March, 26 (SUN), 2000. Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the CLOCK SET option, then press the ENTER button. – SET + 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. MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 PO WE TO OW ILL T IO C UD LE A SL ST CA NC EE AY RE C/ /F. OT IP CH SKAR SE PL NU SP OP SE EN TE ST EL 2 3 FW Press the SET + or – button to set the month, then press the ENTER button. ENTER – SET + ME E/ US IN PA RE PU EC NE KI NG RE OUN SE T TR Z ET ERO UR IN EJ AN /VC AC OW NI. TV TR SL MO CH AU TV LL RE CA TIM ER ENTER MENU 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. ENTER – SET + MONTH MONTH DAY 1 (WED) DAY 26 (SUN) YEAR 2000 YEAR 2000 TIME 12 : 00 AM TIME 8 : 30 AM 〈+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 NOTES: 8 : 30 AM SUN 〈+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 • After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the timer settings will be lost. In this case, reset the present time. • Press the CANCEL button to move cursor backward for correction. 25 4C94001A/E/P20-29 25 08*12*99, 11:41 ENGLISH 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. SETTING THE CHANNELS 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. When shipped from the factory, this menu option is in the CATV mode. TV/CATV SELECTION Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the CH SET UP option, then press the ENTER button. MENU ENTER – SET + MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 PO WE TI ER RE TV NI EJ EC AN NE AU TV TO CR /V TR US E/ ST ILL PL AY Press the SET + or – button to select the TV/CATV mode. – SET + LE PA RE IN OW SL IN AC KI NG RE OUN SE T TR Z ER PU UR O AU DIO SL SE OW EN TE ST CA OP PE NC ED EL SE SK AR IP RE CH C/ OT /F. FW LL CA CH 1 5 ME NU Press the ENTER button to select the TV or CATV mode. The arrow indicates the selected mode. Press the MENU button twice to return to normal TV viewing. ENTER MENU CH SET UP TV CATV AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE TV - VHF/UHF channels CATV - CABLE TV channels 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 26 4C94001A/E/P20-29 26 08*12*99, 11:41 The VCR can receive a maximum of 181 channels by presetting the channels into memory. 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. Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the CH SET UP option, then press the ENTER button. MENU – 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. MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 PO WE TIM ER RE NI. EJ EC CH AN NE AU TV /VC US E/ ST ILL PL AY LE PA RE OW SL IN TO TR AC KI NG RE OUN SE T TR Z IN ET ERO PU UR AU DIO SL SE OW EN TE ST CA OP PE NC ED EL SE SK AR IP RE CH C/ OT /F. FW MO LL CA TV Press the SET + or – button to select the AUTO CH MEMORY mode, then press the ENTER button. – SET + ME NU 1 2 The auto tuning will start. The channel display will count up and when finished, the screen returns to normal. ENTER CH SET UP CH 001 TV CATV AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 27 4C94001A/E/P20-29 27 08*12*99, 11:41 ENGLISH AUTOMATIC MEMORY TUNING SETTING THE CHANNELS (CONTINUED) TO ADD/DELETE CHANNELS Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the CH SET UP option, then press the ENTER button. MENU – SET + Press the SET + or – button to select the ADD/DELETE mode, then press the ENTER button. ENTER Select the desired channels to be memorized or deleted using the SET + or – button. ENTER – SET + – SET + CH SET UP MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 TV CATV AUTO CH MEMORY ADD/DELETE 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 ER PO TIM ER RE NI. EC AN NE AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI US E/ SL ST OW ILL NG RO RN ZE TU T RE UN T T IO CO S C UD RE LE A S T IN OW PA RE IN SL 1 5 ME NU SE EN TE RE C/ /F. OT IP CH SKAR SE AY PL ST OP 1 2 FW EJ CH MO LL CA TV 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 3 and 4 for each channel to be added or deleted. Press the MENU button three times after adding or deleting all of the desired channels, to return to normal TV viewing. MENU ENTER ADD CH 002 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 28 4C94001A/E/P20-29 28 08*12*99, 11:41 NOISE ELIMINATION (BLUE SCREEN) CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4. • Turn ON the VCR POWER button. • Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR mode. Press the MENU button, then press the SET + or – button to select the NO NOISE BACKGROUND option. MENU 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. – SET + MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 ER PO TIM ER RE MO NI. EJ EC LL CA TV CH AN NE AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI E/ IN US SL ST OW ILL RO N ZE TU T RE UN ET T IO CO ES C UD LE A S T OW PA RE IN SL NG ME NU SE EN TE C/ /F. OT IP CH SKAR SE RE FW Press the ENTER button to select the ON position. OP AY 1 3 ST PL Press the MENU button again. MENU ENTER MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 29 4C94001A/E/P20-29 29 08*12*99, 11:41 ENGLISH 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". LOADING AND UNLOADING VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES Use only video cassette tapes marked LOADING 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. Insert the cassette with its labeled side facing you. An inverted cassette cannot be inserted. UNLOADING 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. Pull the cassette out. EJECT STOP/ EJECT OR 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 37). NOTES: • Always eject the tape when not in use. • The cassette can be ejected even if the VCR is turn off. 30 4C94001A/E/P30-37 30 08*12*99, 11:39 PLAYBACK To play a prerecorded cassette tape. TO START PLAYBACK Load a prerecorded tape. (When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start automatically.) ENGLISH 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. ER PO TIM ER RE MO NI. EJ EC LL CA TV CH AN NE AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI US E/ SL ST OW ILL NG RO N ZE TU T RE UN ET T IO CO ES C UD LE A S T IN OW PA RE IN SL ME NU SE EN TE C/ OT IP CH SKAR SE RE /F. AY OP ST PL FW TO STOP PLAYBACK Press the PLAY button. Playback will start. Press the STOP button once. The tape will stop but remain fully loaded and ready to play. PLAY STOP " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. 31 4C94001A/E/P30-37 31 08*12*99, 11:39 PLAYBACK (CONTINUED) TO REWIND OR FORWARD THE TAPE RAPIDLY Press the REW button in the STOP mode. Press the F.FWD button in the STOP mode. REW/ /F.FWD " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. ER PO TI ER RE TV NI EJ EC LL CA CR /V TV DI TE LL TI LO /S LO IN RO RN ZE U TR T RE UN T TO CO ES LE S T IN IN AU TR /O LA TO SE SK AR IP CH .F /F TO MONITOR A TV PROGRAM DIGITAL TRACKING CONTROL 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. AUTO TRACKING AUTO TRACKING Press the TV MONI.(Monitor) button while in the playback mode. The video tape will continue to play while the picture switches to the TV channel selected on the TV channel selected on the VCR. Press the button to return to the playback picture. TV MONI. 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. 32 4C94001A/E/P30-37 32 08*12*99, 11:39 SPECIAL PLAYBACK 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. REW/ ENGLISH To visually search forward, press the F.FWD button once or twice in the PLAYBACK mode. To visually search backward, press the REW button once or twice in the PLAYBACK mode. /F.FWD Press the PLAY button to resume normal viewing speed. Press the PLAY button to resume normal viewing speed. ER PO TI ER RE TV NI EJ EC LL CA CH AN NE AU TV TO /V TR E/ US PU LE PA RE IN OW SL IN KI NG RE OUN SE T RE ZER TU O AU DI SL SE OW EN TE ST CA SP OP NC EE EL DS S EA KIP RC RE C/ OT /F. FW CR AC ST ILL PL AY TO WATCH A STILL PICTURE Press the PAUSE/STILL button in the PLAYBACK mode. ME NU FRAME BY FRAME ADVANCE Press the SLOW button during STILL playback. SLOW PAUSE/STILL Press the PAUSE/STILL button again to resume normal playback. The still picture will advance by one frame each time you press the button. Hold the button for continuous frame by frame viewing. Press the PAUSE/STILL button again to resume normal playback. NOTES: • Best result 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, STILL, FRAME ADVANCE and SLOW MOTION. • To prevent damage to the tape, special playback is automatically changed to the PLAYBACK mode after 5 minutes. 33 4C94001A/E/P30-37 33 08*12*99, 11:39 SPECIAL PLAYBACK (CONTINUED) SKIP SEARCH 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. For example: 1 press: 30 seconds of tape 2 presses: 60 seconds of tape 3 presses: 90 seconds of tape SKIP SEARCH ER PO TI ER RE TV NI EJ EC LL CA CR TR /V TV TO IN IN RE OUN SE T TR Z ET ERO UR TE LL TI LO /S T IO C UD LE A S T LO IN IP CH SKAR SE TR /O LA TO .F /F SLOW MOTION PLAYBACK Press the SLOW button in the PLAYBACK mode. Playback will proceed at 1/10th of the normal speed. Slow motion speed can be changed by using SLOW + or – button. + ... Press to speed up slow motion playback up to 1/5 normal playback speed. – ... Press to speed down slow motion playback down to 1/30 normal playback speed. SLOW – SLOW + Press the PLAY button again to resume normal playback. NOTE: SLOW TRACKING AND VERTICAL LOCK ADJUSTMENT If noise bars appear in the picture during slow motion, press the Manual TRACKING ▼ or ▲ button to reduce the noise bars. If the still picture jitters excessively, press the Manual TRACKING ▼ or ▲ button to stabilize the still picture. 34 4C94001A/E/P30-37 34 08*12*99, 11:39 TO WATCH A TAPE REPEATEDLY Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the AUTO REPEAT option. MENU ENGLISH 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. – SET + 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. MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 ER PO MO NI. EJ EC TV LL RE CA TIM ER TO TV /VC TR IN IN RE OUN SE T TR Z ET ERO UR AU DIO TE LL TI LO /S 1 3 LE S T LO IN TR /O LA TO SE SK AR IP CH .F /F Press the ENTER button to select the ON position. Press the MENU button. If you press the PLAY button, the tape will play over and over until the repeat mode is canceled. MENU ENTER MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 " will appear if you press the CALL button. To cancel, press the CALL button again. NOTE: 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. 35 4C94001A/E/P30-37 35 08*12*99, 11:39 RECORDING A TV PROGRAM RECORDING AND VIEWING THE SAME TV PROGRAM 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. Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. The VCR will automatically turn on. 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. VHF/UHF/CATV CHANNELS CATV TV VHF VHF 2-13 2-13 STD/HRC/IRC UHF 14-36 14-69 (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) PO WE TI ER RE TV NI EJ EC LL CA AN NE AU CR /V TV TO ST ILL PL AY ME E/ US LE PA RE IN OW SL IN TR AC KI NG RE OUN SE T TR Z ER TU O PU RN AU DIO SL SE OW EN TE ST CA SP OP NC EE EL DS S EA KIP RC RE C/ OT /F. FW CH NU 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. 1-9 Press 0 twice and then 1-9 as required. (Example: To select 2, Press 002.) 10-19 Press 0 first and then the remaining 2 digits in order from left to right. (Example: Press 018 for 18.) 20-99 Press 2 digits in order. (Example: Press 22 for 22.) 100-125 Press the 3 digits in order. (Example: Press 110 for 110.) SPEED CHANNEL CH 110 OR 00 : 00 : 00 SP The counter and SP, LP or SLP will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. 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. 36 4C94001A/E/P30-37 36 08*12*99, 11:40 TO STOP RECORDING Press the REC/OTR button. Press the STOP button to stop recording. REC/OTR ENGLISH STOP CH 110 REC INDEX " ● " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds and the REC indicator will light. " ■ " will appear on screen about 4 seconds. PO WE TIM ER RE MO NI. EJ EC LL CA TV TO TV /VC TR IN IN RE OUN SE T TR Z ET ERO UR AU DIO TE LL TI LO /S LE S T LO IN TR /O LA TO SE SK AR IP CH .F /F TO STOP RECORDING TEMPORARILY Press the PAUSE/STILL button to avoid recording unwanted material. Press again to continue the recording. PAUSE/STILL REC " will appear on screen about 4 seconds and the REC indicator will blink to continue pause mode. 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. NOTE: 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. 37 4C94001A/E/P30-37 37 08*12*99, 11:40 RECORDING A TV PROGRAM (CONTINUED) RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE WATCHING ANOTHER 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. Select the TV channel you want to watch by using the TV channel selector. TV/VCR NOTE: Some CATV hookups do not permit viewing one channel while recording another. See pages 18-21. TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENTAL RECORDING After recording, break off the erase prevention tab if you do not wish to record over the tape. TO RECORD AGAIN Cover the hole with adhesive tape. Be careful the tape does not extend past the edges of the cassette housing. Erase prevention tab Adhesive tape TAPE SPEED AND MAXIMUM RECORDING/PLAYBACK TIME VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE TAPE SPEED T-210 SP (Standard Play) LP (Long Play) T-160 3-1/2 hours 7 hours SLP (Super Long Play) 10-1/2 hours T-120 T-90 T-60 T-30 2-2/3 hours 2 hours 1-1/2 hours 1 hour 30 minutes 5-1/3 hours 4 hours 3 hours 2 hours 1 hour 8 hours 6 hours 4-1/2 hours 3 hours 1-1/2 hours 38 4C94001A/E/P38-43 38 08*12*99, 11:38 ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR) The one-touch timer recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording. EXAMPLE: One-touch timer recording for 30 minutes. Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact. Press the SPEED selector button to select the desired tape speed SP, LP or SLP. ENGLISH CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4. • Turn on the VCR POWER button. SPEED When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV. 00 : 00 : 00 SP The counter and SP, LP or SLP will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. PO WE TIM ER RE CA MO NI. EJ EC CH AN LL TV NE AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI NG RE OUN SE T TR Z ET ERO UR AU DIO SL SE OW EN TE ST CA SP OP NC EE EL DS S EA KIP RC RE C/ OT /F. FW ST ILL PL AY Press the direct channel selection buttons or the CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ button to select the channel to be recorded. CHANNEL ME E/ LE US PU PA RE IN OW IN SL OR NU 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 OTR 0 : 30 CH 125 CH 125 The channel number will appear on the screen about 4 seconds. INDEX NOTES: • Press the REC/OTR button to increase the time needed for recording (See the chart below). Press once Recording time NORMAL REC twice 0:30 3 times 1:00 4 times 1:30 5 times 2:00 6 times 3:00 7 times 4:00 8 times 5:00 9 times NORMAL REC • To cancel OTR, press the STOP button or turn off the power. 39 4C94001A/E/P38-43 39 08*12*99, 11:38 SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING 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. 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) CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN • Turn on the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4. • Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR Press the MENU button. Check the TIMER REC SET option is selected, then press the ENTER button. MENU 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). 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. MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 ER PO TIM ER RE MO NI. EC EJ CH AN NE LL CA TV AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI US E/ SL ST OW ILL RO RN ZE TU T RE UN ET T IO CO S C UD RE LE A S T IN OW PA RE IN SL NG ME NU SE EN TE RE C/ /F. OT IP CH SKAR SE AY PL OP ST 2 3 FW Press the SET + or – button to select one of the program line, then press the ENTER button. – SET + Press the SET + or – button to select the date, then press the ENTER button. – SET + ENTER DATE START END CH ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– –– –– –– –– –– –– –– –– 〈+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 ENTER DATE – – – – – – – – 26(WE) ------------------------------------ 40 40 END CH -:--:--:--:--:--:--:--:-- -:--:--:--:--:--:--:--:-- ----------------- 〈+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 NOTE: To record from external source set the channel to "L". "L" will appear next to CH 125 (or 69). 4C94001A/E/P38-43 START 08*12*99, 11:38 5 Set the start time, end time, channel and tape speed as in step 3. To set the timer for other programmes, repeat step 3 through 4. ENTER – SET + DATE CH START END 26(WE) 11:00PM 11:30PM 125 SLP ------------------------------------ -:--:--:--:--:--:--:-- -:--:--:--:--:--:--:-- --------------- ENGLISH 〈+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 ER PO TIM ER RE LL MO NI. EJ EC CA TV CH AN NE AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI US E/ SL ST OW ILL RO RN ZE TU T RE UN ET T IO CO S C UD RE LE A S T IN OW PA RE IN SL NG ME NU SE EN TE RE C/ /F. OT IP CH SKAR SE AY FW PL OP ST TO CORRECT THE SETTINGS 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. TIMER REC T.REC To cancel timer recoreding, press the button again and the T.REC indicator will go out. NOTES: • 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. 41 4C94001A/E/P38-43 41 08*12*99, 11:38 SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING TO SET DAILY/WEEKLY TIMER TO CONFIRM THE SETTINGS 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 The current day (Friday) One month later minus one day WKL-WE (Weekly Wednesday) (CONTINUED) SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday) MO-SA (Monday to Saturday) DATE START END CH 26 (WE) 11:00PM 11:30PM 125SLP MO-FR (Monday to Friday) ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– WKL-TH (Weekly Thursday) ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– –– –– –– –– –– –– –– 〈+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 – – – – – – – ER PO ER TI RE TV NI EC EJ LL CA CR LL TI LO /S /V LO PU TV IN RO RN TE ZE U TR T E UN ET T IO TO CO ES C UD LE A IN IN CA TO SP NC EE IP CH SKAR SE TR /O LA EL .F /F IF THE PROGRAM OVERLAPS ANOTHER TO CANCEL A PROGRAM 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. 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 CANCEL 9 : 00 10 : 00 11 : 00 Program 1 DATE START END CH ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––––– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– ––:–– –– –– –– –– –– –– –– –– 〈+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU〉 – – – – – – – – Program 2 Deleted Parts Program 3 Non Recorded Portion Parts Recording Control Settings Prog.1 Prog.2 Prog.3 NOTES: • 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. 42 4C94001A/E/P38-43 42 08*12*99, 11:38 ON-SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY WHILE WATCHING TV Press the CALL button. CLOCK 8 : 30 AM THU STEREO SAP CH 125 CHANNEL STEREO AND SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP) 00 : 00 : 00 SP Press the CALL button again to make the display disappear. TAPE SPEED REAL TIME COUNTER WHILE OPERATING A TAPE Press the CALL button. OPERATING MODE CALL 8 : 30 AM THU STEREO SAP CH 125 AUTO REPEAT TAPE IN 00 : 00 : 00 SP Press the CALL button again to make the display disappear. TO SET THE COUNTER TO '00:00:00' Press the COUNT RESET button. The counter will appear on the screen. COUNT RESET 00 : 00 : 00 SP NOTES: • 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. 43 4C94001A/E/P38-43 43 08*12*99, 11:39 ENGLISH DAY OF THE WEEK CALL USING ZERO RETURN The zero return function provides a convenient method of rapidly returning to the starting point of recording or playback. The starting point can be indexed for any location on the tape by pressing the COUNT RESET button and ZERO RETURN button. Press the CALL button to display the counter on the screen. (When loading a cassette tape, the clock will change to the counter automatically in the display.) Before playback or recording, press the COUNT RESET button to set the counter to "00:00:00". COUNT RESET CALL CH125 8:30 AM THU 8:30 AM THU CH125 00 : 00 : 00 SP 00 : 30 : 50 SP PO WE MO NI. EJ EC LL TV RE CA TIM ER /VC LO IN ER R TU TR T RE UN T TO CO S RE LE S T IN IN DIO TE LL TI LO /S AU TV TR /O LA TO SE SK AR IP CH .F /F Begin playback or recording. PLAY Press the STOP button when playback or recording is finished. Press the ZERO RETURN button. The tape will rewind and automatically stop at the "00:00:00" position. STOP REC/OTR ZERO RETURN OR 44 4C94001A/E/P44-49 44 08*12*99, 11:35 VIDEO INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM (INDEX) The VIDEO INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM (INDEX) enables you to locate the beginning of any recording made on the VCR. The Index Search function automatically records an INDEX mark on the tape whenever a recording is initiated. This mark can easily be located by using the F.FWD and REW buttons. SEARCHING FOR AN INDEX MARK Press the INDEX button in the stop mode or playback mode. "INDEX 1" appreas on the screen. ENGLISH INDEX INDEX 1 〈1-9/ /INDEX〉 PO WE TI ER RE TV NI EJ EC AN NE AU CR /V TV TO E/ ST ILL PL AY LE US OW PA RE IN SL IN TR AC KI NG RE OUN SE T TR Z ER TU O PU RN AU DIO SL SE OW EN TE ST CA SP OP NC EE EL DS S EA KIP RC RE C/ OT /F. FW LL CA CH Select the number of INDEX marks to be skipped (up to 9) with the Channel Number keys. ME NU Press the F.FWD or REW button. The VCR will skip over the selected number of INDEX marks, the VCR will resume normal playback at the selected mark. REW/ /F.FWD OR EXAMPLE: When the tape has four separate recorded Programmes, select 4 to go to the beginning of the 4th programme (4th index mark). NOTES: • When you recorded an INDEX mark at the very beginning of the tape, the mark may not be found. • During INDEX search, the tape may stop and begin to play at a slightly different location. • INDEX may not function properly with old or worn out video tapes. 45 4C94001A/E/P44-49 45 08*12*99, 11:35 STEREO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK RECORDING STEREO BROADCASTS The VHS Hi-Fi audio system permits high fidelity recording of MTS STEREO TV broadcasts. When a MTS STEREO broadcast is received, the STEREO will appear on the screen and the program can be viewed or recorded in stereo (refer to pages 36 and 37 for recording procedures). The Hi-Fi STEREO recording procedure is the same as for normal recordings. STEREO NOTE: When using a CATV system, stereo TV programs may be transmitted over a mono cable channel. In this case the STEREO will not appear and the sound will be in mono. PO WE TV MO NI. EJ EC LL RE CA TIM ER IN IN RO RN ZE U TR T E UN T TO CO ES LE S T TV /VC LO IN DIO TE LL TI LO /S AU TR /O LA TO SE SK AR IP CH .F /F OUTPUT SELECTION When viewing an MTS STEREO TV program, or playing a prerecorded VHS Hi-Fi STEREO videotape, press this button to select that the audio be heard through both speakers. Normally set to the Hi-Fi STEREO position, this button can be set to the MONO position if the stereo broadcast or videotape audio is of poor quality. The "R" and "L" positions allow the audio from the Right or Left Hi-Fi channel to be heard over both TV speakers. This button has no effect when viewing a MONO videotape or TV program. Each time when you press the button, OUTPUT SELECTION display appears on the screen for several seconds. Refer to the chart below. SELECT AUDIO OUTPUT SELECTION STEREO L CH R CH MONO SOUND HEARD ON BOTH SPEAKERS STEREO LEFT CHANNEL AUDIO RIGHT CHANNEL AUDIO MONO NOTES: • When playing back a tape that is not recorded in Hi-Fi stereo mode, the audio will automatically be monaural. • When listening to a VHS Hi-Fi video tape or MTS broadcast through the VHF/UHF jack (Audio/Video cord not connected), the sound will be monaural. 46 4C94001A/E/P44-49 46 08*12*99, 11:35 SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP) Your VCR is fitted with an SAP broadcast system which enables you to switch to a SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM when viewing a selected channel. This function applies only when the program is broadcast in multi-languages through the SAP broadcast system. Press the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the SAP option. MENU Press the ENTER button to select the ON position. – SET + 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 CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 MENU CLOCK SET TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT ON OFF CH SET UP ON OFF SAP LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON OFF 〈+/–/ENTER/MENU〉 ER PO TIM ER RE CA LL TV MO NI. EJ EC ENGLISH 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. CH AN NE AU TO TV /VC TR AC KI US E/ SL ST OW ILL RO RN ZE U T E UN T T IO CO S C UD RE LE A S T IN OW PA RE IN SL NG 1 3 ME NU SE EN TE RE C/ /F. OT IP CH SKAR SE AY PL OP ST FW LISTENING TO SAP (SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM) Press the MENU button again. When the VCR is turned on or a channel selection is made, make certain the SAP is appeared on the screen. This means that the "Separate Audio Program" broadcasting is available. MENU STEREO SAP SAP OR 47 4C94001A/E/P44-49 47 08*12*99, 11:35 DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE 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. 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 INPUT SELECT button twice to select AUDIO/VIDEO input position. "LINE" will appear on the screen. SELECT INPUT LINE Playback VCR Playback Camcorder To AV Jack To VIDEO OUT Recording VCR To AUDIO (R) OUT AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (Not supplied) AUDIO/VIDEO Cord (Not supplied) To AUDIO (L) OUT Recording VCR To AUDIO (R) IN To AUDIO (L) IN To VIDEO IN For duplicating a previously recorded tape from a camcorder, follow the camcorder manufacturer’s instructions. A typical camcorder dubbing hookup is shown above. To AUDIO (R) IN To VIDEO IN To AUDIO (L) IN Press the REC/OTR button on the recording VCR, then press the PAUSE/STILL button. REC/OTR 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. PAUSE/ STILL PAUSE/ STILL PLAY PAUSE/STILL PAUSE/STILL ▲ ▲ NOTES: • It is recommended that you set the SPEED to the SP mode on the recording VCR for best results. • Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and violate copyright laws. 48 4C94001A/E/P44-49 48 08*12*99, 11:35 VIDEO HEAD CLEANING VIDEO HEAD CLOGGING The video heads are the means by which the VCR reads pictures from the tape during playback. In the unlikely ENGLISH 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. Good Picture Snowy Picture AUTO 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: • 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. 49 4C94001A/E/P44-49 49 08*12*99, 11:35 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE Make sure by first checking the following points. CAUSE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE SOLUTION PAGE POWER No power. The AC power cord is not connected. Connect the AC power cord to the AC outlet. Although the power is on, it does not operate. Cassette is not inserted. Insert a video cassette. Antenna connection is not correct. Connect it correctly. 14 Antenna cable is disconnected. Reconnect the antenna cable. 14 The video channel is not in the correct position. Set it to CH 3 or 4. The TV is not set to the video channel 3 or 4. Set the TV channel selector to the 3 or 4 position. 30 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. 23 23 Press the TV/VCR selector button. The TV/VCR selector is set at TV mode. (The TV/VCR indicator is not lit). (The TV/VCR indicator will light). 23 INPUT SELECT is set to the LINE mode. Press the INPUT SELECT button to select the TV mode. 48 The TV/CATV menu option setting. Set the TV/CATV menu option to select TV or CATV mode. 26 The erase prevention tab of the video cassette is broken off. Place a piece of vinyl tape over the gap. INPUT SELECT is set to the LINE mode. Press the INPUT SELECT button to select the TV mode. 48 The time is not set correctly. Reset the present time. 25 The recording start/end time is not set correctly. Set the start/end time. The TIMER REC button has not been pressed. (The T.REC indicator is not lit). Press the TIMER REC button. (The T.REC indicator will light). 41 The TV is not set to the video channel 3 or 4. Set to the video channel 3 or 4 or adjust the fine tuning button on your TV set. 23 Tracking adjustment beyond range of automatic tracking circuit. Video heads are dirty. Adjust tracking manually using the Manual TRACKING ▼ and ▲ buttons on remote control. Have the video heads cleaned. The tape is worn or damaged. Try another tape. 49 – It is not aimed at the remote sensor. Aim it at the remote sensor. 13 Distance too far or too much light in the room. Operate within 15 feet (5 meters) reduce the light in the room. 13 There is an obstacle in the path of the beam. Clear the path of the beam. The batteries are weak. Replace the batteries. The +, – polarity of the batteries are not inserted correctly. Insert correctly. The TV/VCR function is in the VCR mode. Set to TV, or turn off the VCR power button. RECORDING TV recording does not work. Timer recording does not work. 38 41 PLAYBACK No picture on screen when playing back a recorded tape. Noise bars on screen. 32 REMOTE CONTROL Remote control does not work. TV programs cannot be seen using the TV selector. 50 4C94001A/E/P50-53 50 08*12*99, 11:34 13 13 13 – Video Head: 4 Rotary Heads Audio Track: Hi-Fi Sound - 2 Tracks MONO Sound - 1 Track Power Source: 120V, 60Hz Power Consumption: Approx. 11 watts Tuner: 181 Channel Freq. Synthesized 2-13 VHF 14-69 UHF 14-36 (A)-(W) CATV 37-59 (AA)-(WW) 60-85 (AAA)-(ZZZ) 86-94 (86)-(94) 95-99 (A-5)-(A-1) 100-125 (100)-(125) 01 (5A) RF Channel Output: Channel 3 or 4, Switchable Inputs/Outputs: Video: Hi-Fi Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20,000Hz Hi-Fi Dynamic Range: More than 90dB F.FWD/REW Time: Approx. 1 min. 48 sec. (with T-120 Cassette Tape) Speed Search: SP - 3 & 5 X Normal Speed LP - 7 & 9 X Normal Speed SLP - 9 & 15 X Normal Speed Dimensions: 14-3/16"W X 3-3/4"H X 9-7/16"D Weight: 8.8 Ibs Supplied accessories: Remote Control 75 ohm Coaxial Cable ENGLISH SPECIFICATIONS In (RCA) 1Vp-p 75 ohm Out (RCA) 1Vp-p 75 ohm In (RCA)–8dB/50K ohm Audio: Out (RCA)–8dB/1K ohm Antenna: VHF/UHF IN 75 ohm coaxial VHF/UHF OUT 75 ohm coaxial Specifications are subject to change without notice. 51 4C94001A/E/P50-53 51 08*12*99, 11:34
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