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Operation
This chapter describes how to operate the VCR and
DVD.
VCR Tape Playback
Press the VCR button to select the device to be oper-
ated.
Basic Instructions
1. Turn on the TV.
2. Direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made
between the unit and the TV, set the TV's source
selector to VIDEO.
3. Insert a pre-recorded video cassette.
The
indicator lights and the unit powers on
automatically.
4. If a tape without a safety tab is inserted the unit
starts playback automatically.
If not, press N
N (PLAY).
5. Press x (STOP) to stop playback. If the tape
reaches the end before you press x (STOP) the
unit automatically stops, rewinds and ejects the
tape.
Note:
It is not necessary to select the tape speed for play-
back because it is automatically selected by the unit.
Auto Tracking
Automatic tracking adjusts the picture to remove
snow or streaks and beings when:
•
A tape is played for the first time.
•
The tape speed (SP & SLP) changes.
•
Streaks or snow appear due to scratches on the
tape.
Manual Tracking
To manually adjust the tracking use the v/V (TRK +/-)
buttons on the Remote Control during playback.
Notes:
•
Vertical jitter requires a very fine adjustment.
•
Tracking is automatically reset to normal when the tape
is ejected or the power cord is unplugged for more than
3 seconds.
Search
This function lets you visually search for a tape sec-
tion in either direction: forward and backward. During
the high-speed picture search modes, the audio is
muted and horizontal lines (noise bars) appear. Also,
a short time is needed to stabilize the tape speed
when re-entering the PLAY mode so slight interfer-
ence may be observed during this time.
To search:
1. Press m (REW) or M (FFW) during playback.
2. To return to playback, press N
Logic search:
During fast forwarding or rewinding press and hold
m (REW) or M (FFW) the picture will be played
back at 7 times normal playback speed.
Note:
After 3 minutes in SEARCH mode the unit returns to PLAY
mode to protect the tape and video heads.
Still Picture and Frame-by-Frame Playback
1. Press X (PAUSE/STEP) during playback.
A still picture appears on the TV screen and the
audio is muted.
2 If the still picture vibrates vertically, stabilize it by
using v/V (TRK +/-) on the Remote Control.
3. Press X (PAUSE/STEP) repeatedly to advance
the video picture one frame at a time.
4. To return to playback, press N
Note:
After 5 minutes in STILL mode the unit stops to protect the
tape and video heads.
N (PLAY).
N (PLAY).
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