Samsung AA68-03265A-00 Owner's Instructions Manual

Samsung 3way combination unit owner's instructions
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CFTD2785
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AA68-03265A-00
3WAY COMBINATION UNIT
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  • Page 1 03265A(E)-FRONT COVER 1/26/04 1:28 PM Page 1 CFTD2785 CFTD2085 3WAY COMBINATION UNIT Owner’s Instructions AA68-03265A-00...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    03233A(E)-CONTENTS 11/26/03 3:35 PM O N T E N T S Chapter 1: Your New 3Way Combination Unit ....1.1 Chapter 2: Installation........2.1 Chapter 3: TV Operation .
  • Page 3 03233A(E)-CONTENTS 11/26/03 3:35 PM O N T E N T S Chapter 4: DVD Operation (Cont.) ......4.3 Chapter 5: VCR Operation .
  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Your New 3Way Combination Unit

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 1 11/26/03 C h a p t e r O n e O U R O M B I N AT I O N U N I T List of Features Your 3way Combination Unit was designed with the latest technology. This 3way Combination Unit is a high-performance unit that includes the following spe- cial features: TV Features...
  • Page 5: Familiarizing Yourself With The 3Way Combination Unit

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 1 11/26/03 3:36 PM Page 2 O U R O M B I N AT I O N N I T Familiarizing Yourself with The 3way Combination Unit Front Panel Buttons The buttons on the front panel control your 3way Combination Unit’ s basic features, including the on-screen menu.
  • Page 6: Front/Side Panel Jacks

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 1 11/26/03 O U R O M B I N AT I O N Œ Disc tray Load the disc here. ´ VCR deck Insert a standard VHS video tape. ˇ SKIP/SEARCH (DVD) Press to skip or search the title, chapter or track. ¨...
  • Page 7: Rear Panel Jacks

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 1 11/26/03 O U R O M B I N AT I O N Rear Panel Jacks Use the rear panel jacks to connect an A/V component that will be connected continu- ously, such as a VCR or a camcorder. For more information on connecting equipment, see pages 2.1 –...
  • Page 8: Remote Control (Tv Function Buttons)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 1 11/26/03 O U R O M B I N AT I O N Remote Control (TV Function Buttons) You can use the remote control up to about 23 feet from the TV. When using the remote, always point it directly at the TV. Œ...
  • Page 9: Remote Control (Dvd Function Buttons)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 1 11/26/03 O U R O M B I N AT I O N Remote Control (DVD Function Buttons) Œ Search Press to search forward/back- ward through a disc. ´ Stop Press to stop a disc. ˇ ENTER Confirms a selection. ¨...
  • Page 10: Remote Control (Vcr Function Buttons)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 1 11/26/03 O U R O M B I N AT I O N Remote Control (VCR Function Buttons) Œ TRK+, – (tracking) Press to adjust tape tracking. ´ REW/F.F Press to rewind/fast forward a video tape. ˇ Stop Press to stop a video tape.
  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Installation

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 2 11/28/03 C h a p t e r Tw o N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting VHF and UHF Antennas If your antenna has a set of leads that look like this, see “Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads,”...
  • Page 12: Separate Vhf And Uhf Antennas

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 2 11/28/03 N S TA L L AT I O N Separate VHF and UHF Antennas If you have two separate antennas for your TV (one VHF and one UHF), you must combine the two antenna signals before connecting the antennas to the TV. This procedure requires a an optional combiner-adaptor (available at most electronics shops).
  • Page 13: Connecting To A Cable Box That Descrambles Some Channels

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 2 11/28/03 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting to a Cable Box that Descrambles Some Channels If your cable box descrambles only some channels (such as premium channels), follow the instructions below. You will need a two-way splitter, an RF (A/B) switch, and four lengths of coaxial cable.
  • Page 14: Connecting A Second Vcr To Record From The Tv

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 2 11/28/03 N S TA L L AT I O N Connect another cable between the other OUT terminal on the splitter and the A–IN terminal on the RF (A/B) switch. Connect the last coaxial cable between the OUT terminal on the RF (A/B) switch and the VHF/UHF terminal on the rear of...
  • Page 15: Connecting A Camcorder

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 2 11/28/03 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting a Camcorder The front/side panel jacks on your TV make it easy to connect a camcorder to your TV. They allow you to view the camcorder tapes without using a VCR. (Also see “Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape”...
  • Page 16: Connecting An Audio System

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 2 11/28/03 N S TA L L AT I O N Connecting an Audio System The DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connector is used for equipment, such as an audio system (to take full advantage of the Surround sound effect). Connect an optical cable between the DIGITAL AUDIO IN jacks on the AUDIO and the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jack on the TV.
  • Page 17: Installing Batteries In The Remote Control

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 2 11/28/03 N S TA L L AT I O N Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Slide the cover out completely. Install two AA size batteries. Replace the cover. HAPTER NSTALLATION 1:34 PM Page 7 Make sure to match the “ ”...
  • Page 18: Chapter 3: Tv Operation

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM C h a p t e r T h r e e T V O P E R AT I O N Turning the TV On and Off Press the POWER button on the remote control. You can also use the Power button on the front panel.
  • Page 19: Selecting A Menu Language

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Selecting a Menu Language Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Function”. Press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons.
  • Page 20: Memorizing The Channels

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Memorizing the Channels Your TV can memorize and store all of the available channels for both “off-air” (antenna) and cable channels. After the available channels are memorized, use the CH buttons to scan through the channels.
  • Page 21: Storing Channels In Memory (Automatic Method)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Storing Channels in Memory (Automatic Method) First, select the correct signal source (ANT, STD, HRC, IRC). See steps 1~2 on previous page. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”, then press the LEFT/RIGHT œ...
  • Page 22: Adding And Erasing Channels (Manual Method)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Adding and Erasing Channels (Manual Method) Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”. Press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Add/Erase”.
  • Page 23: Changing Channels

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Changing Channels Using the Channel Buttons Press the CH buttons to change chan- nels. Directly Accessing Channels Use the number buttons to quickly tune to any channel. Press the number buttons to go directly to a channel.
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Volume

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Adjusting the Volume Press the VOL + or VOL– but- tons to increase or decrease the volume. Using Mute At any time, you can temporarily cut off the sound using the Mute button. Press the MUTE button and the sound cuts off.
  • Page 25: Customizing The Picture

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Customizing the Picture You can use the on-screen menus to change the contrast, brightness, tint, color, and sharpness according to personal preference. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic”...
  • Page 26 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Picture Settings Your TV has three automatic picture settings (“Dynamic”, “ Standard” and “Movie”) that are preset at the factory. You can activate either Dynamic, Standard, or Movie by press- ing P.MODE (or by making a selection from the menu).
  • Page 27: Changing The Color Tone

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Changing the Color Tone Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons to display the Picture menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select Color Tone.
  • Page 28: Changing The Screen Size

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Changing the Screen Size Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons to display the Picture menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Size”.
  • Page 29: Fine Tuning Channels

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Fine Tuning Channels Use fine tuning to manually adjust a particular channel for optimal reception. Select the appropriate channel. Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Channel”.
  • Page 30: Digital Noise Reduction

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Digital Noise Reduction If the broadcast signal received by your TV is weak, you can activate the Digital Noise Reduction feature to help reduce any static and ghosting that may appear on the screen. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 31: Tilt

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Tilt (Depending on the model) Due to the Earth’ s magnetic field there may be same minor image tilt depending on the TV’ s location. When this occurs, follow the steps below. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 32: Customizing The Sound

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Customizing the Sound The sound settings can be adjusted to suit your personal preferences. (Alternatively, you can use one of the “automatic” settings. See next page.) Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 33: Using Automatic Sound Settings

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Using Automatic Sound Settings Your TV has four automatic sound settings (“Standard,” “Music,” “Movie” and “Speech” ) that are preset at the factory. You can activate any of them by pressing the S.MODE button (or by making a selection from the on-screen menu).
  • Page 34: Choosing A Multi-Channel Soundtrack (Mts)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Choosing a Multi-Channel Soundtrack (MTS) Depending on the particular program being broadcast, you can listen to stereo, mono, or a Separate Audio Program. (SAP audio is usually a foreign-language translation. Sometimes SAP has unrelated information like news or weather.) Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 35: Viewing A Vcr Or Camcorder Tape

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Viewing a VCR or Camcorder Tape You must select the appropriate mode in order to view the VCR or Camcorder signal on the TV. Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 36: Setting The Clock

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Setting the Clock Setting the clock is necessary in order to use the various timer features of the TV. Also, you can check the time while watching the TV (Just press the DISPLAY button). Option 1: Setting the Clock Manually Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 37 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Setting the Date Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Date”, then press the RIGHT √ √ button. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to to set the cur- rent month.
  • Page 38 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Option 2: Using the Local PBS Channel to Automatically Set the TV Clock Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Function”, then press the LEFT/RIGHT œ...
  • Page 39 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM Page 22 T V O P E R AT I O N Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Time Zone”, then press the RIGHT √ √ button to change the Time zone. Sequence: ATL., EAST, CEN., MTN., PAC., ALAS., HAW..
  • Page 40: Setting The On/Off Timer

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Setting the On/Off Timer Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Function”, then press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Timer”, then press the...
  • Page 41 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Press the RIGHT √ √ button to highlight “Off”. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to turn the on timer “On.” (Repeatedly pressing the UP/DOWN will alternate between On and Off.) When finished, press the RIGHT √...
  • Page 42: Setting The Sleep Timer

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically shuts off the TV after a preset time (from 15 to 180 minutes). Press the MENU button to display the menu.
  • Page 43: Viewing Closed Captions

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Viewing Closed Captions Your TV decodes and displays the closed captions that are broadcast with certain TV shows. These captions are usually subtitles for the hearing impaired or foreign-language trans- lations.
  • Page 44: Using The V-Chip

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Using the V-Chip The V-Chip feature automatically locks out programming that is deemed inappropriate for children. The user must first enter a PIN (personal ID number) before any of the V-Chip restrictions can be set up or changed.
  • Page 45: How To Enable/Disable The V-Chip

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N How to Enable/Disable the V-Chip Press the MENU button to display the menu. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “Function”, then press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “V-Chip”.
  • Page 46 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “V-Chip”. Press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons. The “Enter pin” screen will appear. Enter your 4-digit PIN number. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select “TV Guidelines”.
  • Page 47: How To Set Up Restrictions Using The Mpaa Ratings

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N How to set the FV, D, L, S and V sub-ratings. First, select one of these TV-Ratings: TV-Y7, TV-PG, TV-14 or TV-MA (See Step 4, on previous page). Next, while the TV-Rating is selected, repeatedly press the LEFT/RIGHT œ...
  • Page 48: How To Reset The Tv After The V-Chip Blocks A Channel ("Emergency Escape")

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 3 12/9/03 9:57 AM T V O P E R AT I O N Press the UP/DOWN buttons to select the “MPAA Rating.” Press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons. The “MPAA Rating” screen will appear. Repeatedly press the UP/DOWN select a particular MPAA category.
  • Page 49: Playing A Disc

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 C h a p t e r F o u r D V D O P E R AT I O N Playing a Disc Playing a Disc Playback Playback Press the switch the DVD mode. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.
  • Page 50: Step Motion Playback (Except Cd)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Step Motion Playback (Except CD) Press the STEP button on the remote control during play- back. • Each time the button is pressed, a new frame will appear.
  • Page 51: Using The Search And Skip Functions

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Using the Search and Skip Functions Searching through a Chapter or Track Press the FWD( REW( ) SEARCH but- ton on the remote control during playback. •...
  • Page 52: Using The Display Function

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Using the Display Function When Playing a MP3/WMA Press the OPEN/CLOSE button. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s label facing up. Press the PLAY/PAUSE ( OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray.
  • Page 53 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N In the case of CD-R MP3 discs, please follow all the recommendations for CD-R above, plus the comments below: • Your MP3 files should be ISO 9660 or JOLIET format. ISO 9660 format and Joliet MP3 files are compatible with Microsoft's DOS and Windows, and with Apple's Mac.
  • Page 54: When Playing A Mpg

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N When Playing a MPG Press the OPEN/CLOSE but- ton. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s label facing up. Press the PLAY/PAUSE ) or OPEN/CLOSE but- ton to close the disc tray.
  • Page 55: When Playing A Picture Cd

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N When Playing a Picture CD Press the OPEN/CLOSE button. Place a disc gently into the tray with the disc’s label facing up. Press the PLAY/PAUSE ( OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray.
  • Page 56 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Viewing the Album Screen Press the DVD MENU button during slide show. The DVD menu is displayed with the Disc Menu is selected. Press the ENTER button. To display the next or pre- vious 12 pictures, press the next skip (...
  • Page 57: Using The Disc Menu

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Using the Disc Menu Press the DVD MENU but- ton during the play of a DVD. The DVD menu is displayed with the Disc Menu is selected.
  • Page 58: Displaying The Disc Information

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Displaying the Disc Information Press the DVD MENU button during play. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Function. Press the ENTER button. The Info menu is selected. Press the ENTER button again.
  • Page 59 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N 4.11 : DVD O HAPTER PERATION 1:38 PM Page 11 To access the desired title when there is more than one in the disc. For example, if there is more than one movie on a DVD, each movie will be identified.
  • Page 60: Using The Zoom Function (Dvd/Vcd)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Using the Zoom Function (DVD/VCD) Press the DVD MENU button during play or pause mode. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Function. Press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Zoom.
  • Page 61: Using The Bookmark Function (Dvd/Vcd)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Using the Bookmark Function (DVD/VCD) This feature lets you bookmark sections of a DVD or VCR so you can quickly find them at a later time. Press the DVD MENU button during play.
  • Page 62: Recalling A Marked Scene

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Recalling a Marked Scene During playback, press the BOOKMARK button. A marker will be displayed. Press the LEFT/RIGHT œ√ buttons to select a marked scene. Press the PLAY/PAUSE ) button to skip to the marked scene.
  • Page 63: Repeat Play

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Repeat Play Repeat the current track, chapter, title, a chosen section (A-B), or all of the disc. Press the DVD MENU but- ton during play. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Function.
  • Page 64 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Press the LEFT/RIGHTœ œ √ √ button to select the chap- ter, title or A-B. Press the ENTER button. Note • DVD repeats playback by chapter or title, CD and VCD repeat playback by disc or track.
  • Page 65: Using The Ez View

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Using the EZ View You can adjust the screen setting (aspct ratio) which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the DVD MENU button during play. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Function.
  • Page 66: Program Play (Cd)

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Program Play (CD) Program Playback Press the DVD MENU but- ton during play. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Function. Press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Program.
  • Page 67: Changing The Camera Angle

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Changing the Camera Angle When a DVD contains multiple angles of a particular scene, you can select the Angle function. Press the ANGLE button. Press the LEFT/RIGHTœ œ √ √ button to select the desired screen angle.
  • Page 68: Setting Up The Language Features

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Setting up the Language Features If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you watch a movie. Press the DVD MENU button during play.
  • Page 69: Setting Up The Audio Options

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Setting up the Audio Options If you set the player menu, disc menu, audio and subtitle language in advance, they will come up automatically every time you watch a movie. Press the DVD MENU button during play.
  • Page 70: Setting Up The Tv Aspect

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Setting up the TV Aspect You can adjust the screen setting (aspect ratio) which best corresponds to your viewing requirements. Press the DVD MENU button during play. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Setup.
  • Page 71: Setting Up The Display Options

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Setting up the Display Options Press the DVD MENU button during play. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Display Setup.
  • Page 72: Setting Up The Parental Control

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N Setting up the Parental Control Press the DVD MENU button during play. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Setup. Press the ENTER button. Press the UP/DOWN button to select Parental Setup.
  • Page 73 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 4 11/28/03 D V D O P E R AT I O N About the Rating Level; ŒPress the UP/DOWN button to select Rating Level. Press the ENTER button. ´Press the UP/DOWN button to select the level (e.g. Level 8) and press the ENTER button.
  • Page 74: Chapter 5: Vcr Operation

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM C h a p t e r F i v e V C R O P E R AT I O N In this chapter, you will learn how to play a video cassette tape, how to use the time counter and memory stop features, and how to record a program as you are watching TV.
  • Page 75: Playing A Pre-Recorded Video Cassette Tape

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Playing a Pre-Recorded Video Cassette Tape Playing the Tape Insert the video cassette tape. If the tape doesn’t begin to play automatically, press the PLAY/PAUSE ) button.
  • Page 76: Using Picture Search

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using Picture Search Picture search lets you quickly search a pre-recorded video tape for a particular scene. While playing a tape, press and release the FWD( ) or REW( button.
  • Page 77: Using The Time Counter

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using the Time Counter The time counter allows you to keep track of how much time (in hours, minutes, and seconds) has elapsed on the video tape you’re watching. The counter can also be useful if you want to find a specific point on a pre-recorded tape.
  • Page 78: Using Memory Stop

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using Memory Stop Memory stop makes it easy for you to find a particular scene in a video tape. The VCR automatically stops rewinding or fast forwarding when the memory counter is at “00:00:00,”...
  • Page 79: Using P.plus

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N To return to the scene you marked, Press the STOP( ton. Press the FWD( REW( ) button to return to the scene you marked. The VCR stops the tape when the counter reaches “00:00:00M.”...
  • Page 80: Recording Tv Programs As You Watch

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Recording TV Programs As You Watch Recording With your VCR turned on, and with a tape in the unit, press the SP/SLP button. The tape speed appears in the the screen.
  • Page 81: Editing While Recording

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Editing While Recording You can edit while recording, selecting only those scenes you want to record from the current television program. This is especially helpful if you want to record a program without the commercials.
  • Page 82: Using Advanced Recording Features

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using Advanced Recording Features Using One-Touch Recording One-touch recording (OTR) lets you record television programs with the touch of a button. You can even program the length of time (up to four hours) that you want to record.
  • Page 83: Recording At A Later Time

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Recording at a Later Time You can set the built-in timer for unattended recording of up to eight different TV programs. The timer can turn on the TV at the time you select, record for a selected length of time, and then turn off the TV –...
  • Page 84 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Press the RIGHT √ √ button, then press the UP/DOWN select the minute when you want to begin record- ing. Press the UP/DOWN button to select “END”. Press the RIGHT √...
  • Page 85 03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Press the UP/DOWN button to select “SPEED”, then press the LEFT/RIGHT œ œ √ √ buttons to select speed at which you want to record. Press the UP/DOWN button to select “Mode”, then press the...
  • Page 86: Using Program Review

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using Program Review Program Review allows you to review all of the programmed recordings currently stored in the VCR’ s memory and to remove a programmed recording quickly and easily. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 87: Using True Repeat

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using True Repeat You can set your VCR to automatically repeat a tape or a section of tape. When you use True Repeat, your VCR will play until it reaches the end of a tape. Then, it will rewind to the beginning of the tape and begin playing again.
  • Page 88: Using Block Repeat

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using Block Repeat Block repeat allows you to repeat a section of tape that you select. You can repeat this section of tape (the “block”) from one to ten times, or endlessly. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 89: Mts Recording/Monitor Mode

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using the HiFi Stereo You can record or listen to a program in HiFi stereo. Selecting the HiFi Mode Insert the video cassette tape. If the tape doesn’t begin to play automatically, press the PLAY/PAUSE...
  • Page 90: Video Dubbing

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Video Dubbing You can make a copy of another video cassette tape. This is called “dubbing.” To dub, you need: • your VCR, • a separate VCR (or camcorder), and •...
  • Page 91: Video Dubbing

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Video Dubbing Insert the video cassette tape you want to copy into the playback VCR (or cam- corder). Insert a blank video tape (or any video tape with the record safety tab intact) into the recording VCR.
  • Page 92: Using Special Playback Features

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 5 12/9/03 10:09 AM V C R O P E R AT I O N Using Special Playback Features Your VCR provides you with special features that are available when you are playing a tape. These features are Frame Advance, and Slow Motion. Frame Advance Frame Advance allows you to watch a tape frame-by-frame.
  • Page 93: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 6 11/26/03 C h a p t e r S i x R O U B L E S H O O T I N G If the TV seems to have a problem, first try this list of possible problems and solutions. If none of these troubleshooting tips apply, then call your nearest service center.
  • Page 94: Identifying Dvd Problems

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 6 11/26/03 R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Identifying DVD Problems Problem Disc does not play. 5.1 channel sound is not being reproduced. icon appears on screen. Disc Menu doesn’t appear. Playback mode differs from the Setup Menu selection.
  • Page 95: Identifying Vcr Problems

    03233A(E)-CHAPTER 6 11/26/03 R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Identifying VCR Problems Problem Unit won’t turn on. Unit won’t take video tape Unit didn’t record a program. Unit didn’t record a timer program.
  • Page 96: Appendix

    03233A(E)-APPENDIX 11/26/03 3:51 PM P P E N D I X Cleaning and Maintaining Your 3Way Combination Unit With proper care, your 3way combination unit will give you many years of service. Please follow these guidelines to get the maximum performance from your 3way combi- nation.
  • Page 97: Learning About Video Cassette Tapes

    03233A(E)-APPENDIX 11/26/03 3:51 PM P P E N D I X Learning About Video Cassette Tapes Choosing the Proper Tapes Use only video cassette tapes marked VHS with this VCR. Choose good quality tapes for best results. Caring for Video Cassette Tapes •...
  • Page 98: Sending Tapes To Another Country

    03233A(E)-APPENDIX 11/26/03 3:51 PM P P E N D I X Using the Record Safety Tab Most video cassette tapes have a safety tab that prevents accidental erasure. The safety tab is on the end of the tape opposite from where the arrow points. The tab must be intact to record.

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