ORION ELECTRIC M4E2A VCR User Manual Instruction Book

ORION ELECTRIC CO., LTD. VCR Instruction Book

Instruction Book

2RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTIONTO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (ORBACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI-FIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.CAUTION: The exclamation point within an equilateraltriangle is intended to alert the user to thepresence of important operating andmaintenance (servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying the appliance.The lightning flash with arrowhead symbolwithin an equilateral triangle is intended toalert the user to the presence of uninsulateddangerous voltage within the product'senclosure that may be of sufficient magnitudeto constitute a risk of electric shock topersons.WARNING:WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TORAIN 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 protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and canradiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, maycause 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 byturning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try correcting the interference by one ormore 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 FCCRules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.---- 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:13 PM2
3READ INSTRUCTIONSAll the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.RETAIN INSTRUCTIONSThe safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.HEED WARNINGSAll warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONSAll operating and use instructions should be followed.CLEANINGUnplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.Use a damp cloth for cleaning.ATTACHMENTSDo not use attachments not recommended by the unit's manufacturer as they may cause hazards.WATER AND MOISTUREDo not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wetbasement, or near a swimming pool.ACCESSORIESDo not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit mayfall, 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, excessiveforce, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.VENTILATIONSlots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliableoperation of the unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Theopenings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unitshould 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 havebeen adhered to.POWER SOURCESThis unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are notsure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For unitsintended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.GROUNDING OR POLARIZATIONThis unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than theother). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insertthe plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician toreplace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug If your unit is equipped with a3-wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin, this plug will only fit into a grounding-typepower outlet. This too, is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact yourelectrician to replace your obsolete outlet.Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.1.2.3.4.5.6.7.8.8A.9.10.11.IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDSS3126APORTABLE CART WARNING(symbol provided by RETAC) 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:13 PM3
4POWER-CORD PROTECTIONPower-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placedupon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the pointwhere they exit from the appliance.LIGHTNINGTo 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 unitdue to lightning and power line surges.POWER LINESAn outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light orpower 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 befatal.OVERLOADINGDo not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRYDo not push objects through any openings in this unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short outparts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDINGIf an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is groundedso as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the NationalElectrical 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, locationof antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.SERVICINGDo not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICEUnplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the followingconditions:REPLACEMENT PARTSWhen replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by themanufacturer 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 thosecontrols that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controlsmay result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore theunit 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.a.b.c.d.e.f .12.13.14.15.16.17.18.19.20.IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED) 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:13 PM4
5SAFETY CHECKUpon completion of any service or repairs to this unit, ask the service technician to perform safety checks todetermine that the unit is in proper operating condition.WALL OR CEILING MOUNTINGThe product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.HEATThe product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or otherproducts (including amplifiers) that produce heat.NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLERThis reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that providesguidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to thegrounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.21.22.23.24.ANTENNADISCHARGE UNIT(NEC SECTION 810-20)ANTENNALEAD INWIREPOWER SERVICE GROUNDINGELECTRODE SYSTEM(NEC ART 250, PART H)GROUNDCLAMPELECTRICSERVICEEQUIPMENTNEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEGROUND CLAMPSGROUNDING CONDUC-TORS(NEC SECTION 810-21)S2898AEXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THENATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:14 PM5
6FEATURESHigh Quality Picture Technology - This video cassette recorder marked "HQ" incorporates VHS high qualitytechnology. A built-in detail enhancer is used to boost the recorded signal and provide maximum picture qualityin 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 allowsautomatic absentee recording of up to 8 TV programs within 1month. It is also possible to record a programwhich 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 showan indicator on the screen for a few seconds. Clock settings, timer setting and other set-up operations can becarried 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 programmedfor 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 willautomatically 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 automaticallyplay back the same cassette tape repeatedly.On-Screen 3 Language Display - You can select one of 3 languages; English, Spanish or French, foron-screen programming.Real Time Tape Counter - The counter displays on the screen the elapsed time in hours, minutes and secondsand 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 searchforward in 30 second increments to a maximum of 3 minutes with each press of the SKIP SEARCH button, andthen return to normal playback.Front Audio/Video In Jack - A VCR or other video device may be hooked up for dubbing. 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:14 PM6
7PLAYBACKADDITIONAL INFORMATIONTABLE OF CONTENTSPRECAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 8LOCATION OF CONTROLS .................................................................................................................................. 10REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................. 12BASIC CONNECTIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 14CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS ..................................................................................................................... 18AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................ 22SETTING THE VIDEO CHANNEL ......................................................................................................................... 23ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE SELECTION ............................................................................................................... 24SETTING THE CLOCK .......................................................................................................................................... 25SETTING THE CHANNELS ................................................................................................................................... 26NOISE ELIMINATION (BLUE SCREEN) ............................................................................................................... 29LOADING AND UNLOADING VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES ......................................................................................30PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................................................................ 31SPECIAL PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................................................ 33RECORDINGRECORDING A TV PROGRAM............................................................................................................................. 35ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR) ........................................................................................................... 38SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING .................................................................................................................... 39ON-SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY ...................................................................................................................... 43DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE ............................................................................................................................. 44VIDEO HEAD CLEANING...................................................................................................................................... 45VIDEO GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................................... 46BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE ....................................................................................................................... 48SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 50LIMITED WARRANTY ............................................................................................................................. Back CoverWe recommend that you carefully read the descriptions and operating procedures contained in this Owner'sManual prior to operating your new VCR.PRECAUTIONS 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:14 PM7
8When a cold liquid is poured into a glass, for example, water vapor in the air will condense on the surface ofthe 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 roomtemperature until moisture condensation disappears.Depending on the surrounding conditions, this may take two or three hours.MOISTURE CONDENSATIONDO NOT OPERATE THIS VCR FOR AT LEAST TWO OR THREE HOURS WHEN MOISTURE IN THE AIRCONDENSES ON THE VCR.PRECAUTIONSVideo TapeHead DrumIf you cause a static discharge when touching theVCR, and the VCR fails to function, simply unplug theunit from the wall outlet, wait a few minutes and plugit back in. The VCR should return to normal operation.104°F(40°C)Do not place the VCR on or near appliances whichmay cause electromagnetic interference, e.g. TV,speakers, etc. Doing so may cause erratic operationof the VCR including picture and/or sound distortionor noise.Avoid extreme heat.(5°C)41°FAvoid extreme cold.••WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION?MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING CASES;WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDITIONS, 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:14 PM8
9AC OutletAC PlugIf the polarized AC Plug does not fit into anon-polarized AC Outlet, do not attempt tofile or cut the blade. It is the user'sresponsibility to have an electrician replacethe obsolete outlet.Avoid extreme moisture and dust. The ventilation holes prevent overheating. Do notblock or cover these holes. Especially avoid coveringthe holes with soft materials such as cloth or paper.Avoid places subject to strong vibration. Use in ahorizontal (flat) position only.Do not insert fingers or any other objects into thecassette loading slot. Do not spray cleaner or waxdirectly on the VCR or use forced air to remove dust.When you finish operating the VCR, always unloadthe cassette and turn off the power.When you leave your home for a long time, unplugthe AC power cord. To protect the VCR from a lightning storm, unplugthe AC power cord from the wall outlet anddisconnect the antenna.POWER SOURCEKeep the VCR away from flower vases, sinks, etc. Ifliquids should be spilled into the VCR, seriousdamage will result. If you spill any liquids into theVCR, unplug the AC power cord immediately andconsult qualified service personnel before attemptingto use the VCR again. 4C73101B(C-09) 17/9/99, 4:14 PM9
10TV / VCRIN AUDIOVIDEO T.REC REC POWERREC/OTR CH. POWERPLAYSTOP/EJECTF.FWDREWFRONT1234675814DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLSREC/OTR button - Press once to start normalrecording. Additional presses activate One-TouchRecording.Remote Sensor - Signals from the RemoteControl are received here.POWER indicator - Lights when the power isturned on.REC indicator - Lights during recording.T. REC indicator - Lights when the TIMER RECbutton is pressed.TV/VCR indicator - Lights when the TV/VCRselector button is selected to the VCR mode.AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks - Audio and video signalcables from an external source can beconnected here.1.2.3.4.5.6.7.Cassette Loading Slot - To insert or remove avideo tape.REW button - In the STOP mode, this buttonrapidly winds the tape backwards. In the PLAYmode, this button activates Reverse Search.PLAY button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.F. FWD button - In the STOP mode, this buttonrapidly 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 thetape in any mode. Press again to eject the tape.CH. (CHANNEL) ▲ / ▼ buttons - Used to select achannel for viewing or recording.LOCATION OF CONTROLS912 11 10138.9.10.11.12.13.14. 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:11 PM10
11UHF/VHFOUT(TV)IN(ANT)OUTVIDEOAUDIO34CHAUDIO/VIDEO OUT Jacks - Used to output audioand video signals to a TV, amplifier or VCR.VHF/UHF IN (ANT) Jack - Connect a VHF/UHFantenna 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 channelthrough which the VCR outputs its signal to a TV.VHF/UHF OUT (TV) Jack - Used to output VHF/UHFor CATV signals to a TV.4.5.DESCRIPTION OF CONNECTORSREAR35214 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:11 PM11
12POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDPLAYSTOPF.FWDREWMENU–+SET–+TRACKINGSKIPSEARCHAUTOCANCELENTERTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809–+123456789101113141516DESCRIPTION OF BUTTONS12181722212019REMOTE CONTROL1. POWER button - Turns the VCR power on and off.2. Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9) - Allow directaccess to any channel.3. CALL button - Displays the present time/day of theweek, channel, counter, speed selection and VCRmode on the TV screen.4. INPUT SELECT button - Switches the program forviewing between the VCR and external input source.5. REC/OTR button - Press once to start normalrecording. Additional presses activate One-touchTimer Recording.6. PLAY button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.7. REW button - In the STOP mode, this button rapidlywinds the tape backwards. In the PLAY mode, thisbutton activates Reverse Search.8. STOP button - Press once to stop the tape.9. SPEED (SP/LP/SLP) selector button - Sets the tapespeed for recording.10. MENU button - Press to display the on-screen menufunction.11. SET +/– buttons - Used to set the clock, timerrecording, auto repeat, language and noise mute.12. DIGITAL AUTO TRACKING buttons - Allowsautomatic or manual adjustment of tracking tominimize picture noise during playback.13. EJECT button - Press to eject the tape.14. CHANNEL ▲ / ▼ buttons - Used to select a channelfor viewing or recording.15. TV/VCR selector button - Switches between TV andVCR.16. COUNTER RESET button - Resets the Real TimeCounter to 00:00:00.17. PAUSE/STILL button - During recording, this buttontemporarily stops the tape. " " will appear on thescreen. During playback, it stops the tape and displaysa still image on the TV screen.18. F. FWD button - In the STOP mode, this buttonrapidly winds the tape forward. In the PLAY mode,this button activates Forward Search.19. ENTER button - Used to enter information for timerrecording, auto repeat, language, clock setting andblue screen.20. CANCEL button - Used to clear the selected timerrecording program.21. TIMER REC button - Used to set the VCR to startrecording at a preset time.22. SKIP SEARCH button - Press in playback mode tosearch forward in 30 second increments to amaximum of 3 minutes. 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:11 PM12
13•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 frompossible battery leakage.•Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow batterymanufacturer's directions.)BATTERY INSTALLATIONEFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROLOpen the battery compart-ment cover.Install two "AAA" batteries. Replace the cover.NOTES:23Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:BATTERY CAUTIONS 15 FEET30˚ 30˚•When direct sunlight, an incandescent lamp, fluorescent lamp or any other strong light shines on theRemote 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.11 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:11 PM13
14If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires, use a combiner having two 300 ohminputs and one 75 ohm output.Combination VHF/UHF Antenna With 75 Ohm Coaxial CableCombination VHF/UHF Antenna With 300 Ohm Twin Lead (Flat) WireSeparate VHF and UHF AntennasNOTE:1NOTES:BASIC CONNECTIONSIf 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 CONNECTIONThe VCR must be connected "between" the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and connectit to the VCR. Then connect the VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antenna system to aVCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection diagram. After you have connected theantenna to the VCR, follow the instructions on pages 16-17 to connect the VCR to the TV.300 Ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire75 Ohm Coaxial Cable300 Ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire75 Ohm Coaxial CableVHFUHF•A clear picture will not be obtained by the VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect the antennato the VCR properly.•For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The use ofan outdoor type antenna is required.•If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel.23 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:12 PM14
15OUTINNOTE: If a VHF or UHF Antenna isused, set the TV/CATVmenu option to the "TV"mode.NOTE: If a VHF or UHF Antenna isused, set the TV/CATVmenu option to the "TV"mode.NOTE: If a VHF or UHF Antenna isused, set the TV/CATVmenu 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.Combiner75/300 Ohm Inputs75 Ohm Output(not supplied)VCRVCRMatchingTransformer300 Ohm Input75 Ohm Output(not supplied)VCROUTINOUTIN 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:12 PM15
16OUTINOUTINOUTINVCR TO TV CONNECTIONAfter 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 followthe connection diagram.213BASIC CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (Supplied)75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (Supplied)75 Ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)VCRVCRVCR 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:12 PM16
17UHFVHFUHFVHFVHF/UHF INThis VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antennainputs (numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception.Splitter75 Ohm Input75/300 Ohm Outputs(not supplied)Splitter75 Ohm Input300 Ohm Outputs(not supplied)TV with single 75 ohmVHF/UHF antenna inputTV with 300 ohm UHFand 75 ohm VHFantenna inputsTV with 300 ohm UHFand 300 ohm VHFantenna inputsNOTE: If a VHF or UHFAntenna is used,set the TV/CATVmenu option tothe "TV" mode.NOTE: If a VHF or UHFAntenna is used,set the TV/CATVmenu option tothe "TV" mode.NOTE: If a VHF or UHFAntenna is used,set the TV/CATVmenu option tothe "TV" mode.TVTVTV 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:12 PM17
18OUTINUHF/VHFOUTINUHF/VHFOUTINUHF/VHFIMPORTANT: 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 theConverter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.NOTE:CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONSVCRVCRMany cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels. This VCR hasan extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box, exceptfor those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to a special channel which is scrambled, you must have adescrambler box for proper reception.Converter/DescramblerVCRConverter/DescramblerIncoming CableIncoming CableIncoming Cable321 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:12 PM18
19FRecording of nonscrambled channels.Use of the programmable timer.Recording of one channel while watching another.Recording of channels through the converter box (scrambled andunscrambled).Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selectedat 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 theconverter output channel, usually channel 3 or 4.Recording of unscrambled channelsUsing the programmable timer.Recording an unscrambled channel while watching any channelselected at the converter box.Recording scrambled channels.If you are playing a tape or using the tuner built into the VCR, theconverter must be set to the video channel output of the VCR (either 3or 4).ALLOWS:PREVENTS:NOTE:ALLOWS:PREVENTS:NOTE:For basic cable service, no premium (scrambled) channels.ALLOWS:***********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 cablecompany for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are many ways to connect your VCRto a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection.TVTVVHF/UHF INVHF/UHF INTVVHF/UHF IN 4C73101B(P10-19) 17/9/99, 4:12 PM19
20ABOUTINUHF/VHFABABOUTINUHF/VHFOUTINUHF/VHFIMPORTANT: 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 theConverter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)VCRIncoming CableConverter/DescramblerVCRConverter/DescramblerVCRConverter/DescramblerMake sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.Splitter Converter/DescramblerNOTE:Incoming CableSplitterSplitterIncoming Cable231 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:19 PM20
21ABABABWatching scrambled channels while recording another channel.Using the VCR tuner to select channels.NOTE:To record from converter/descrambler, VCR tuner must be tuned tothe 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 recordingnonscrambled channels.Using the programmable timer.Recording scrambled channels.Recording of all channels through the converter box.Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watchinganother (scrambled or unscrambled) channel.Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selectedat the converter box.Using the VCR tuner to select channels.NOTE:To record from converter/descrambler, VCR tuner must be tuned tothe converter output channel, usually channel 3 or 4.*****ALLOWS:PREVENTS:ALLOWS:PREVENTS:*****ALLOWS:***PREVENTS:*Recording of all channels through the converter box.Recording of one channel while watching another.Using the programmable timer to record only the channelselected at the converter box.TVVHF/UHF INTVVHF/UHF INCR to the output of theVHF/UHF INTVA/B SwitchA/B SwitchA/B Switch 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:19 PM21
22OUTINOUTINWhen you connect your VCR to a Stereo Component System, you can view the picture from the VCR whileenjoying powerful sound from your audio system.NOTE: Sound will be monaural.AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONSTEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONSConnect 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 CONNECTIONSIf your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks, you can connect your VCR to them to receive a higher qualitypicture and sound. If you have a stereo, you can connect a stereo amplifier to enjoy powerful sound.AUDIO/VIDEO Cord(Not supplied) TVTo ANT INVCRVIDEO Cord(Not supplied)AUDIO Cord (Not supplied)VCRTo VHF/UHFOUTTo VHF/UHFOUTTo VHF/UHF INTo AUDIO OUTTo VIDEO INTo AUDIO INTo AUDIO OUTTo VIDEO OUTFrom ANTENNA/CATV systemFrom ANTENNA/CATV systemTo VHF/UHF INTo ANTINTo VIDEO IN TVTo AUDIO (R)INTo AUDIO (L)INTo VIDEO OUT 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:19 PM22
23POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809Press the TV/VCR selector button to select theVCR position.SETTING THE VIDEO CHANNEL143If CH 3 or 4 corresponding to the video channel cannot be tuned on your TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR 3/4channel selector and the TV to CH 3 or 4, play back a prerecorded tape and tune the TV to receive a sharp colorpicture 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 inyour area.TV/VCRCH 125POWERTV/VCR52Turn ON the VCR POWERbutton. Set the 3/4 Channelselector switch (Rear of theVCR) to CH 3 or 4.Turn ON the TV and set toCH 3 or 4 to correspondwith the channel selectedin .The channel number will appear on the screen about 4seconds.The TV/VCR indicator will light.CHANNELFor a push-button TV tunerTo view playback of a recorded tape, or to watch a program selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TVmust be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel).14523 OR 4 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:19 PM23
24POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL12345678092LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUEENGLISHESPAÑOLFRANCAIS⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ONOFFNO NOISE BACKGROUND–+SETMENU13This 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 inputmode 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–+SETMENU ENTERPress the MENU button twice.Press the SET + or – button to select the desiredlanguage: English, Spanish or French.12113 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:19 PM24
25POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809NOTES:15EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to "8:30 AM" October, 23 (SAT), 1999.3YEAR MONTH DAY TIME 1020001 (SUN)12 : 00AM⟨+/–/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩8 : 30 AM SATMENUPress the MENU button.–+SET–+SETENTERENTER2SETTING THE CLOCKCHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN• Turn ON the TV and set to thevideo channel 3 or 4.• Turn ON the VCR.• Press the TV/VCR selector buttonto select the VCR mode.When a TV is connected with anaudio/video cable, turn the TV andthis VCR on, and select the videoinput mode on the TV.Press the SET + or – buttonto select the CLOCK SEToption, then press theENTER button.–+SETENTER⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUNDSet the day, year and time asin Step 3.• The day of the week willautomatically appear whenyou set the year.• Press and hold down thebutton to increase/decreasethe minute by 10.Press the ENTER button tostart the clock.Press the SET + or – buttonto set the month, then pressthe ENTER button. 4432 5321You must set the date and time manually for timer recordings.YEAR MONTH DAY TIME 10199923 (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. 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:20 PM25
26POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809SETTING THE CHANNELSPress the MENU button. Press the SET + or – button to select the CHSET 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 nextchannel set into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before selecting channels, they must beprogrammed into the VCR’s memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this VCR can receive upto 113 Cable TV channels. To use this VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CATV menu option to the TV mode.TV/CATV SELECTIONPress the ENTER buttonto select the TV or CATVmode. The arrow indicatesthe selected mode.Press the MENU button untilthe MENU screen is cleared.CH SET UP TV CATVAUTO CH MEMORYADD/DELETE⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩12345Press the SET + or – buttonto select the TV/CATV mode.ENTERMENUMENUENTERTV - VHF/UHF channelsCATV - Cable TV channels52143– SET +– SET +⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUND 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:20 PM26
27POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809Press the MENU button.Press the SET + or – button to select the CHSET-UP mode, then press the ENTER button.AUTOMATIC MEMORY TUNINGPress the SET + or – button to select theAUTO CH MEMORY mode, then press theENTER button. The TV will begin memorizingall the channels available in your area.1MENUCHECK 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 VCRmode.When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,turn the TV and this VCR on, and select the videoinput mode on the TV.2ENTERThe VCR can receive a maximum of 181 channels by presetting the channels into memory.ENTER– SET +– SET +⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUNDCH SET UP TV CATVAUTO CH MEMORYADD/DELETE⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩121 4C73101A(P20-27) 17/9/99, 4:20 PM27
28POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL123456780916Press the SET + or – buttonto select the CH SET UPmode, then press the ENTERbutton.Press the SET + or – buttonto select the ADD/DELETEmode, then press theENTER button.Press the MENU button untilthe MENU screen is cleared.Press the MENU button.23TO ADD/DELETE CHANNELSPress the ENTER button ifyou wish to DELETE thechannel from memory.Press the ENTER button if you wishto ADD the unmemorized channel.Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for eachchannel to be added or deleted.CH 003ADD⟨0–9/+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩6541ENTERENTERMENUMENU235234SETTING THE CHANNELS (CONTINUED)CH SET UP TV CATVAUTO CH MEMORYADD/DELETE⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩– SET +– SET +⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUNDENTERSelect the desired channelto be memorized or deletedusing SET + or – button.– SET + 4C73101A(P28-34) 17/9/99, 4:17 PM28
29POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL12345678092⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUND⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUNDENTER MENU–+SETWhen you don't want to receive a weak signal broadcast, the Blue back screen can be obtained by selectingthe NO NOISE BACKGROUND "ON". When the unit is shipped from the factory, the NO NOISEBACKGROUND is set to the "ON".1CHECK 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 videoinput mode on the TV.3Press the ENTER button to select the ONposition. Press the MENU button again.Press the MENU button, then press the SET +or – button to select the NO NOISEBACKGROUND option.MENU1231NOISE ELIMINATION (BLUE SCREEN) 4C73101A(P28-34) 17/9/99, 4:17 PM29
30•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 onthe remote control, or press the STOP/EJECTbutton on the VCR twice. The first press will stopthe tape in any mode. The second press will ejectthe tape. " " will appear on the screen about 4seconds.Push the center of the tape until it is automatically retracted.AUTOMATIC POWER ONThe VCR will turn on automatically and the POWER indicator will light.AUTOMATIC PLAYWhen loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, playback will start immediately.LOADINGUNLOADING12NOTES: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 TAPESAUTOMATIC EJECTIf the VCR automatically rewinds the tape to thebeginning (AUTO REWIND FEATURE), the tape willbe ejected automatically (See the NOTE on page 36).Pull the cassette out.EJECTSTOP/EJECT2 1OR 4C73101A(P28-34) 17/9/99, 4:17 PM30
31E TAPESPOWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809Load a prerecorded tape. (When loading acassette tape without the erase prevention tab,playback will start automatically.)TO START PLAYBACKTo play a prerecorded cassette tape.12" " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds." " will appear on the screen about 4 seconds.CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGINTurn 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 videoinput mode on the TV.STOPPLAYPLAYBACKTO STOP PLAYBACKPress the STOP button once. The tape will stop butremain fully loaded and ready to play.Press the PLAY button. Playback will start.2 4C73101A(P28-34) 17/9/99, 4:17 PM31
32POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809When a tape is played, the Digital Auto Tracking System automatically adjusts the tracking to obtain the bestpossible 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 RAPIDLYFORWARD/REVERSE PICTURE SEARCHIf 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 REWor F.FWD mode.Press the REW button in the STOP mode. Press the F.FWD button in the STOP mode.REWF.FWD–+TRACKINGAUTO–+TRACKINGAUTODIGITAL TRACKING CONTROLPLAYBACK (CONTINUED) 4C73101A(P28-34) 17/9/99, 4:17 PM32
33POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809•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 thePLAYBACK mode after 5 minutes.To visually search backward, press the REW buttononce or twice in the PLAYBACK mode.To visually search forward, press the F.FWD buttononce 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:REWF.FWDTO VISUALLY SEARCH FOR DESIRED POINTSWhen 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 REWor F.FWD button.SPECIAL PLAYBACKPress the SKIP SEARCH button in the PLAY mode. TheVCR will search forward through approximately 30 secondsof the tape (e.g. unwanted commercial time) for each press ofthe SKIP SEARCH button (maximum six presses) and thenresume normal playback.Press the PAUSE/STILL button in thePLAYBACK mode.Press the PAUSE/STILL button again toresume normal playback.SKIP SEARCH TO WATCH A STILL PICTURE1 press: 30 seconds of tape2 presses: 60 seconds of tape3 presses: 90 seconds of tapeFor example:SKIPSEARCHPAUSE/STILL 4C73101A(P28-34) 17/9/99, 4:17 PM33
34POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809TO WATCH A TAPE REPEATEDLY1Press the MENU button.Press the SET + or – button to select theAUTO 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 videoinput mode on the TV.⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ONOFFNO NOISE BACKGROUND–+SETMENUNOTE:Press the ENTER button to select the ONposition.2To cancel repeat mode, follow the above steps 1 and 2, then press the ENTER button to select the OFFposition. Press the MENU button to return to the TV.Press the MENU button.If you press the PLAY button, the tape will playover and over until the repeat mode is canceled.3⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩MENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UPLANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUNDMENUENTER3112" " will appear if you press the CALL button.To cancel, press the CALL button again.SPECIAL PLAYBACK (CONTINUED) 4C73101A(P28-34) 17/9/99, 4:18 PM34
35POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809RECORDING AND VIEWING THE SAME TV PROGRAMNOTE: Since the VCR has its own TV tuner, it is not actually necessary to have the TV turned on in order to makea 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 videoinput mode on the TV.Load a cassette tape with the erase preventiontab intact.The VCR will automatically turn on.00 : 00 : 00 SPThe SP, LP or SLP will appear on the screen about 4seconds.2VHF/UHF/CATV CHANNELSUHF14-69 STD/HRC/IRC14-36(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 CATVVHF2-13 VHF2-13SPEED13Press the SPEED selector button to select thedesired tape speed SP, LP or SLP. Press the direct channel selection buttons or theCHANNEL ▲ or ▼ button to select the channelto be recorded.231-910-1920-99100-125Press 0 twice and then 1-9 as required.(Example: To select 2, Press 002.)Press 0 first and then the remaining 2digits in order from left to right.(Example: Press 018 for 18.)Press 2 digits in order. (Example: Press22 for 22.)Press the 3 digits in order. (Example:Press 110 for 110.)CH 110110CHANNELORRECORDING A TV PROGRAM 4C73101B(P35-40) 17/9/99, 4:09 PM35
36CH 125" " will appear on the screen about 4 secondsand the REC indicator will light.POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL12345678094NOTE:Press the PAUSE/STILL button to avoid recording unwanted material. Press again to continue the recording.TO STOP RECORDINGNOTE: 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 FEATUREThis 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.STOP4TO STOP RECORDING TEMPORARILYREC/OTR REC" " will appear on screen about 4 seconds and the REC indicator will blink to continue pause mode.PAUSE/STILL RECRECORDING A TV PROGRAM (CONTINUED) 4C73101B(P35-40) 17/9/99, 4:09 PM36
371Select the TV channel you want to watch byusing the TV channel selector.RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE WATCHING ANOTHERTAPE SPEED AND MAXIMUM RECORDING/PLAYBACK TIMETAPE SPEEDSP(Standard Play)LP(Long Play)SLP(Super Long Play)VIDEO CASSETTE TAPEErase prevention tab Adhesive tapeNOTE: Some CATV hookups do not permit viewing one channel while recording another. See pages 18-21.1 hour30 minutes1-1/2 hours1 hour2 hours3 hours1-1/2 hours4-1/2 hours3 hoursT-906 hours4 hours2 hours5-1/3 hours2-2/3 hours7 hours10-1/2 hours3-1/2 hoursT-210 T-160 T-120 T-60 T-308 hoursTO PREVENT AN ACCIDENTAL RECORDING TO RECORD AGAINWhile the VCR is recording, press the TV/VCRselector button to select the TV position.The TV/VCR indicator will go off and recordingwill continue.21Cover the hole with adhesive tape.Be careful the tape does not extend past the edgesof the cassette housing.After recording, break off the erase preventiontab if you do not wish to record over the tape.TV/VCR 4C73101B(P35-40) 17/9/99, 4:09 PM37
38 •To cancel OTR, press the STOP button or turn off the power.•Press the REC/OTR button to increase the time needed for recording. (See the chart below.)POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809EXAMPLE: 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.2143NOTES:PressRecording time4 times1:305 times2:006 times3:007 times4:003 times1:00twice0:30onceNORMAL REC9 timesNORMAL REC8 times5:00OTR 0 : 30CH 125CHECK 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 anaudio/video cable, turn the TV onand select the video input modeon the TV.Press the SPEED selectorbutton to select the desiredtape speed SP, LP or SLP.Load a cassette tape with theerase prevention tab intact.Press the REC/OTR button to begin recording.Press the button again to stop recording after30 minutes. Each additional press of the REC/OTR button will increase recording time as shown inthe chart below, up to a maximum of 5 hours. TheOTR and recording time will appear on screen about4 seconds.REC/OTR42300 : 00 : 00 SPSPEEDThe counter and SP, LP or SLPwill appear on the screen about 4seconds.Press the direct channel selection buttons orthe CHANNEL ▲ or ▼ button to select thechannel to be recorded.CH 125The channel number willappear on the screen about4 seconds.CHANNEL125OR 4C73101B(P35-40) 17/9/99, 4:10 PM38
39POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with the remote control. The built-in timer allows automaticunattended 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 VCRmode.Load a video cassette with the erase prevention tabintact. The VCR will automatically turn on.Check that the clock and date are correct (see page25).••••CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Press the MENU button. Check the TIMER RECSET option is selected, then press the ENTERbutton.2Press the SET + or – button to select one ofthe program lines, then press the ENTERbutton.SETTING THE TIMER RECORDINGMENUCLOCK SETTIMER REC SETON OFFAUTO REPEATCH SET UP⟨+/–/ENTER/MENU⟩LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE ON OFFNO NOISE BACKGROUND----:---:-- -:---:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- --------- ------- ------------- -------- ------- ------- ------- - ⟨+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩STARTENDDATE CHENTERMENU–+SETENTER–+SETENTERWhen a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,turn the TV and this VCR on and select the videoinput mode on the TV.EXAMPLE: Program a timer recording for the 26th day, channel 125 (CATV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer programnumber 1. (Tape speed: SLP)3Press the SET + or – button to select the date,then press the ENTER button.132 3211----:---:-- -:---:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- --------- ------- ------- -------- ------- ------- ------- - 26(WE) ⟨+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩STARTENDDATE CH 4C73101B(P35-40) 17/9/99, 4:10 PM39
40POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809NOTES:64Press the TIMER REC button. The power willgo off, the T. REC indicator will light and theVCR stands by for recording.While setting, press the ENTER button to flash the itemto 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 tapespeed as in step 3. 5TO CORRECT THE SETTINGS46To cancel timer recoreding, press the button againand the T.REC indicator will go out.TIMER RECT. RECSETTING 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 resetupon 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).MENUPress the MENU button twice to return to thenormal screen. ⟨+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩11:00PM 11:30PM-:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- - 26(WE)125START ENDDATECHSLPENTER–+SET5 4C73101B(P35-40) 17/9/99, 4:10 PM40
41POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809NOTES:TO SET DAILY/WEEKLY TIMERPress 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:ExampleAfter setting, press the ENTER button.TO CONFIRM THE SETTINGS11:00PM11:30PM-:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- --------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- ------- - 26(WE)125 SLP ⟨+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩STARTENDDATE CHThe current day (Friday) SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday)MO-SA (Monday to Saturday)One month laterminus 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 tapereaches the end.•During timer recording, the automatic rewinding mechanism does not function. 4C73101A(P41-43) 17/9/99, 4:15 PM41
42POWER EJECTTV/VCRCOUNTER RESETINPUT SELECTREC/OTRSPEEDMENU–+–+SETSKIPSEARCH–+TRACKINGAUTOCANCELENTERSTOPPLAYF.FWDREWTIMER RECPAUSE/STILLCHANNELCALL1234567809Press 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 tocancel the program.TO CANCEL A PROGRAMCANCEL----:---:-- -:---:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- ----:-- -:-- --------- ------- ------------- -------- ------- ------- ------- - ⟨+/-/ENTER/CANCEL/MENU⟩STARTENDDATE CHIF THE PROGRAM OVERLAPS ANOTHERNOTE: Do not overlap programs as portions of the conflicting programs will be lost. The first recording timehas priority over the next recording time as shown in the diagram.8 : 00 11 : 009 : 00 10 : 00Program 1Prog.1Deleted PartsNon Recorded Portion PartsProg.2 Prog.3Program 2Program 3Recording Control SettingsSETTING THE TIMER RECORING (CONTINUED) 4C73101A(P41-43) 17/9/99, 4:15 PM42
43ON-SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAYPress the CALL button again to make the display disappear.Press the CALL button again to make the display disappear.8 : 30 AM THU CH12500:00:00 SPDAY OF THE WEEKCLOCKREAL TIME COUNTERTAPE SPEEDCHANNELNOTES:Press the CALL button.Press the CALL button.Press the COUNTER RESET button. The counter will appear on the screen.COUNTER RESET00 : 00 : 00 SPCALLCALLWHILE WATCHING TVWHILE OPERATING A TAPETO SET THE COUNTER TO '00:00:00'00 : 00 : 00 SPCH 1258 : 30 AM THUSTEREO SAPOPERATING MODEAUTO 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 forwardor play tapes through blank sections, the counter stops.TAPE IN 4C73101A(P41-43) 17/9/99, 4:15 PM43
44•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 mayinfringe on the rights of copyright owners and violate copyright laws.12NOTES:If you connect the VCR to another VCR or camcorder, you can duplicate a previously recorded tape. Make allconnections before turning on the power.DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPEFor duplicating a previously recorded tape from acamcorder, follow the camcorder manufacturer’sinstructions. A typical camcorder dubbing hookup isshown above.354Load a blank cassette tape with the eraseprevention tab intact into the recording VCR.Load a previously recorded tape into theplayback VCR or CAMCORDER.Press the PLAY button on theplayback VCR, then press thePAUSE/STILL button.Press the PAUSE/STILLbutton on both the VCRssimultaneously to begin theduplicating process.Press the REC/OTR buttonon the recording VCR, thenpress the PAUSE/STILLbutton.▲▲ PAUSE/STILL PAUSE/STILL PAUSE/STILLPLAY PAUSE/STILLREC/OTRTo VIDEOINTo AUDIO INRecording VCRTo AV JackPlayback VCRTo AUDIO OUTAUDIO/VIDEO Cord (Not supplied)Recording VCRTo AUDIO INTo VIDEO OUTTo VIDEO INPlayback CamcorderAUDIO/VIDEO Cord(Not supplied)Press the INPUT SELECT button to selectAUDIO/VIDEO input position. "LINE" willappear on the screen.Playback CamcorderINPUT SELECTLINE 4C73101B(P44-back) 17/9/99, 4:07 PM44
45•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 CLEANINGVIDEO HEAD CLEANINGThe AUTO HEAD CLEANING system cleans the video heads automatically when a cassette is inserted or ejected toprevent dirt from accumulating on the heads. However, manual head cleaning is needed if the picture on playback isstill unclear although the picture on program is normal. This failure signifies that the head is getting dirty and occurswhen playing poor quality or damaged tapes. If the heads require cleaning, use a high quality head cleaning systemor 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 unlikelyevent that the heads become dirty enough to be clogged, no picture will be played back. This can easily bedetermined if, during playback of a known good tape, there is good sound, but no picture (picture is extremelysnowy). If this is the case, have the video cassette recorder checked by qualified service personnel.VIDEO HEAD CLOGGINGSnowy PictureGood Picture 4C73101B(P44-back) 17/9/99, 4:07 PM45
46This video glossary is provided to help you become familiar with video terms, equipment and accessories you mayencounter 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 servicecharge. 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 aVCR to a TV.COMBINER (or COUPLER) - A device used to combine two or more incoming antenna wires or cablesinto a single output (not included).CONVERTER BOX/DESCRAMBLER - A device supplied by cable companies for receiving or descrambling cablesignals. 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 optimalreception. Eliminates the need for presetting channels into the TV/VCR.F-TYPE CONNECTOR JACK - A threaded input jack designed to acceptcoaxial 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 betweenmodes.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 75ohm.VL - VHF channels 2~6 and cable A-5~A-3VH - VHF channels 7~13 and cable A-2~A-1, A~I, J~W and AA~FFFU - UHF channels 14~69 and cable GGG~1252 TYPES OF MATCHINGTRANSFORMERSF CONNECTOR JACKA CONVERTER/DESCRAMBLERCOAXIAL CABLE WITHTHREADED F CONNECTORA/B SWITCHVIDEO GLOSSARY 4C73101B(P44-back) 17/9/99, 4:07 PM46
47INPUT/OUTPUT JACKSTWIN LEAD WIREWITH TERMINALSTWO TYPES OF SPLITTERSMTS - 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 usepush on connectors.RF CONVERTER - A device built into VCRs and converter/descramblers which converts all signals into the videochannel (either 3 or 4) for viewing on a TV.SAP-SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM - A third audio channel under the MTS system frequently used for bilingualbroadcasts.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 (notincluded).STROBE PLAYBACK - A special digital playback feature in which still frames are displayed in rapid succession fora 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 sometimestransmit 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 cablecompanies to transmit their own channel.VHS-C - A popular video cassette format used in many video camcorders. VHS-C cassettes can be loaded into avideo 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 audiorecording.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 signalsfrom other sources. 4C73101B(P44-back) 17/9/99, 4:08 PM47
48The 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 thecorrect position.The TV is not set to the videochannel 3 or 4.The TV/VCR selector is set at TVmode. (The TV/VCR indicator isnot lit.)INPUT SELECT is set to the LINEmode.The TV/CATV menu option setting.The erase prevention tab of thevideo cassette is broken off.INPUT SELECT is set to the LINEmode.The time is not set correctly.The recording start/end time isnot set correctly.The TIMER REC button has notbeen pressed. (The T.RECindicator is not lit.)POWERNo power.Although the power is on, itdoes not operate.TV BROADCAST RECEPTIONA TV program that isselected by the VCR doesnot appear on the screen.A TV program selected bythe VCR does not appear incolor.RECORDINGTV recording does not work.Timer recording does notwork.PAGEPOSSIBLE SOLUTIONSYMPTOMBEFORE REQUESTING SERVICEMake sure by first checking the following points.2326374040309Connect the AC power cord to the ACoutlet.Insert a video cassette.Reconnect the antenna cable. 1414Connect it correctly.Set it to CH 3 or 4. 23Set the TV channel selector to the 3or 4 position.Press the TV/VCR selector button.(The TV/VCR indicator will light.) 23Press the INPUT SELECT button toselect the TV mode. 44Set the TV/CATV menu option toselect TV or CATV mode.Place a piece of vinyl tape over thegap.Press the INPUT SELECT button toselect the TV mode. 44Reset the present time. 25Set the start/end time.Press the TIMER REC button.(The T.REC indicator will light.)CAUSE 4C73101B(P44-back) 17/9/99, 4:08 PM48
49PLAYBACKNo picture on screen whenplaying back a recordedtape.Noise bars on screen.REMOTE CONTROLRemote control does notwork.TV programs cannot beseen using the TV selector.The TV is not set to the videochannel 3 or 4.Tracking adjustment beyondrange of automatic trackingcircuit.Video heads are dirty.The tape is worn or damaged.It is not aimed at the remotesensor.Distance too far or too much lightin the room.There is an obstacle in the pathof the beam.The batteries are weak.The +, – polarity of the bat-teries are not inserted correctly.The TV/VCR function is in theVCR mode.Set to the video channel 3 or 4 oradjust the fine tuning button onyour TV set.Adjust tracking manually usingthe TRACKING + and – buttons onremote 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 VCRpower button.POSSIBLE SOLUTION PAGECAUSESYMPTOM2332–1313131313–45FOR ADDITIONAL SET-UP OR OPERATING ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL1-800-289-0980FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, PLEASE CALL OR WRITE TO:ORION SALES, INC.HIGHWAY 41ORION PLACEPRINCETON, INDIANA 47670R 4C73101B(P44-back) 17/9/99, 4:08 PM49
502 Rotary Heads1 Track120V, 60HzApprox. 10 watts181 Channel Freq. SynthesizedVHFUHFCATVChannel 3 or 4, SwitchableVideo: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 SpeedLP - 7 & 9 X Normal SpeedSLP - 9 & 15 X Normal Speed14-3/16"W X 3-3/4"H X 9-7/16"D8.8 IbsRemote Control75 ohm Coaxial Cable2-1314-6914-36 (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 ohmOut (RCA) 1Vp-p 75 ohmIn (RCA)–8dB/50K ohmOut (RCA)–8dB/1K ohmVHF/UHF IN 75 ohm coaxialVHF/UHF OUT 75 ohm coaxialSpecifications are subject to change without notice.SPECIFICATIONSVideo 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

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