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- Page 1 VRC410 VRC210 e n j o y t h e v i e w ® o p e r a t i n g g u i d e / w a r r a n t y...
- Page 2 • CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product. This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
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Page 3: Safety Tips
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 1. Read Instructions Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the product. 2. Retain Instructions Keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference. - Page 4 SA F E T Y T I P S P A G E 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 15. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when product is left unattended...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
INSTALLATION ......6-12 VCR Features Chart ......6 Connections for Your VCR . -
Page 6: Vcr Features Chart
P A G E 6 I N S TA L L AT I O N VCR Features Chart This page shows the features of your VCR and the differences between the models. FEATURES SpeakEZ Function Easy Watch Playback 2-Heads 4-Heads (Special Video Effects) -
Page 7: Connections For Your Vcr
Antenna Flat Wire (300 ohm) 300/75 ohm Adaptor (Not provided) Cable TV Back Panel of Typical TV Wall Jack Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. Back Panel of Typical TV ANT. AUDIO VIDEO AUDIO VHF/UHF /CATV... - Page 8 Use A/V connections for a better picture. Back Panel of Monaural VCR ANT. AUDIO VIDEO MONO LINE1(AUX1) A/V cable is not provided with VCR. Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR Back Panel of Monaural VCR ANT. AUDIO VIDEO MONO LINE1(AUX1) A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
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Page 9: Before You Operate Your Vcr
Note: Perform menu operations with the VCR and TV on, and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4. The VCR must also be in the VCR mode of operation. Press the TV/VCR button repeatedly until VCR indicator light appears in the front panel. - Page 10 P A G E 1 0 I N S TA L L AT I O N Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. Connect the Power (Required) Plug your VCR into an unswitched 120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet.
- Page 11 Before you operate your VCR Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR. Set Date and Time for Clock (Required) Set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time. See CLOCK Menu on page 16 for details.
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Page 12: Setup Menu
I N S TA L L AT I O N Before you operate your VCR Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR. Select Other Menu Options You may not want to have the clock in your VCR adjusted automatically for Daylight Savings Time. -
Page 13: Controls And Displays
Front Panel Diagram Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCR. Front Panel Controls These controls perform basic VCR operations. The Remote performs basic as well as advanced VCR operations. Stop/Eject POWER On/Off Selector Button power stop/eject... -
Page 14: Vcr Status Displays
C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S VCR Status Displays On-Screen displays tell you the status of the tape inserted and VCR functions. Current mode of operation (STOP, PAUSE, RECORD, PLAY, etc.) -
Page 15: Operation
PAUSE — Pauses tape temporarily during playback or record. PLAY — Begins tape playback. POWER — Turns VCR On and Off. Also turns VCR Timer Off and On, if programmed. QUIT — Exits menu system. REC/ITR — Begins tape recording. -
Page 16: Clock Menu
We recommend that you set the clock using the MANUAL method the first time you use your VCR. See MANUAL option for details. Manual Clock Set The CLOCK Menu allows you to set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time. Notes: The clock must be set before you can record, using the TIMER menu. -
Page 17: Timer Menu
Timer Menu The TIMER Menu tells the VCR when to record a program on a day and at a time you specify. You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one-year period. SpeakEZ Press 2 CLOCK :... -
Page 18: Setup Menu
2. Press 3 to see the SETUP menu. 3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed. AUTO PROGRAM Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR’s memory for access by CH ( / ). Press 1 to begin search. CH. ADD/DEL Edits the channels found by AUTO PROGRAM. -
Page 19: Watching Tv Through The Vcr
A/V input jacks, check your TV operating manual to select the A/V source for a better picture. 4. Select the channel you’d like to watch at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR. -
Page 20: Camcorder Connected To Vcr
CATV Selects programs for the VCR from Cable TV. AUX1 Selects programs for the VCR from the rear AUDIO—VIDEO IN jacks (where you may have connected your cam- corder). AUX2 Selects programs for the VCR from the front AUDIO—VIDEO IN jacks (where you may have connected your camcorder). -
Page 21: Playing Tapes
1. Press STOP if the tape is playing. 2. Press STOP/EJECT at the VCR until the cassette is ejected. Note: This VCR records only in SP and EP speeds. Your VCR sets the playback speed automatically to the speed used to record the tape. -
Page 22: Playing Tapes
P A G E 2 2 O P E R AT I O N Playing Tapes This page explains how to use the remote to play tapes on your VCR. Auto/Manual Tracking Adjustment Your VCR adjusts tracking automatically when you play a tape. If the tape was recorded on a different VCR, streaks (video noise) may appear. -
Page 23: Instant Recording
A/V source at the TV for a better picture. Select the channel to be watched and recorded at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select the cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box. - Page 24 A/V source at the TV for a better picture. Select the channel to be watched and recorded at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select the cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box.
- Page 25 Note: To return to the show you’re recording, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote to show the VCR indicator light in the VCR’s front panel.
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Page 26: Recording While You're Away
TIMER MENU section. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 (ar the VCR) as the channel to be recorded. Keep your cable box on when using the Timer to record. -
Page 27: Easy Watch Playback
Note: When you set the timer for more than two timer programs. The VCR starts playing back from the earliest one when you use Easy Watch Playback. O P E R AT I O N P A G E 2 7... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
Please refer to this chart before calling for service. First, turn on the TV and VCR. Select appropriate input for the TV to receive the video signal from the VCR. You will probably use the Antenna In connection to the TV. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
Do not use a dry-type head-cleaning system. It may seriously damage the VCR and cassettes used in the VCR. Snow, streaking in picture, and horizontal pulling indicate the need for professional video head cleaning. See your Zenith approved service center for cleaning. -
Page 30: Specifications
Frequency Range Supplied Accessory * Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. * Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. Two head (VRC210), Four head (VRC410) AC 120V, 60Hz Approx. 13 Watts (WxHxD) 360 x 94 x 270mm (14.2" x 3.7" x 10.6") 5 °C~35 °C (41 °F~95 °F) - Page 31 ZENITH 5 FUNCTION REMOTE Broken or lost remote? Need a second remote or more functions? Order direct from Zenith!! • Operates TV, VCR, CD, DVD, DIVX, DSS & Cable Box • Operates PIP and Most Screen Menus • Extended Range & MORE!!! Orders 1 year or more after product purchase may receive upgraded models.
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Page 32: Warranty
Read your Operating Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer controls. Carry-In Service The video product must be taken to a U.S. or Canadian Zenith authorized service center for warranty service and must be picked up by the owner. TV Set Performance It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the TV receiver with which the video product is used, and the associated antenna...