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Go-Video DDV9755 User Manual

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DDV9755
USER'S GUIDE
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• Flying Erase Heads
• One-Touch Audio/Video Dubbing
• S-Video Input
• Quasi S-VHS Playback
• QSound
• Long-lasting Duraheads
• Go-Port
• Second A/V Output
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• Jog Shuttle Remote Control
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  • Page 1 DDV9755 USER’S GUIDE With • Flying Erase Heads • One-Touch Audio/Video Dubbing • S-Video Input • Quasi S-VHS Playback ® • QSound 3D Audio Enhancement ™ • Long-lasting Duraheads • Go-Port ™ Multimedia port • Second A/V Output • Jog Shuttle Remote Control...
  • Page 3 DDV9755 User’s Guide Go-Video, Inc. A Division of Sensory Science Corp. 7835 East McClain Drive Scottsdale, Arizona USA 85260 www.govideo.com www.sensoryscience.com...
  • Page 4 Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, no remueva la cubierta o la parte posterior del VCR. Dentro del VCR no hay partes que requieren servicio. Diríjase solamente a personal calificado cuando requiera servicio.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Sensory Science Corporation. Copy Setup Menu Tree ... 24 Tape, Video Sequencing, and Dual- Menu Navigation - Remote Control ... 25 Deck VCR are trademarks of Sensory Reset Factory Settings ... 26 Science Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks or On-Screen Display Overview ...
  • Page 6 4 - Tuner & Channel List 31 Tuner Band ... 31 Auto Channel Search ... 32 Add Channel ... 33 Remove Channel ... 34 Show Weak Channels ... 35 Tuner Audio ... 36 5 - Copy Features 39 Basic Copying ... 39 EZ Copy ...
  • Page 7 9 - VCR Plus+ Recording 67 VCR Plus+ Channel Mapping ... 67 VCR Plus+ Channel Worksheet ... 68 How to Program a VCR Plus+ Recording ... 69 VCR Plus+ Recording Options ... 70 VCR Plus+ Timer Extend ... 72 10 - Editing Features 73 8-Scene Editor ...
  • Page 8 Multi-Brand Remote Setup - TV ... 107 Multi-Brand Remote Setup - Cable Box/DSS ... 108 Appendix B - Help 109 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ... 109 Technical Specifications ... 114 Dual-Deck VCR Limited Warranty ... 115 Index 117 ’ DUAL DECK USER...

  • Page 9: Safety

    VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your VCR on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, on or near a radiator or heat register.
  • Page 10 14. LIGHTNING - For added protection of this video unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods 15. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power 16.

  • Page 11: Basic Connections

    First Things First Unpack your Dual-Deck VCR As you unpack, please check that the following items are included in your Dual-Deck VCR packing case: • Dual-Deck VCR • User’s Guide • Warranty/Registration Card • Read Me First/Quick Reference Guide • 1 RF (Radio Frequency) Antenna Cable •...

  • Page 12: Connect Antenna/Basic Cable

    (pages 93-105). Set VCR Output Channel Set the channel switch on the back panel of the VCR to 3 or 4, whichever is not an active channel in your area. Plug In VCR Connect the VCR power cord to a standard 120V/60Hz wall outlet.
  • Page 13 Turn On VCR Press the Power button on the remote control or on the VCR’s front panel. Turn On TV Press the power button on your TV. Tune TV to Channel 3 or 4 Be sure to select the same channel you used in Step 3.
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  • Page 15: Initial Settings

    VCR’s internal clock. Run Auto Setup As soon as you set the language, the VCR will automati- cally perform the following steps: • Auto Channel Search — Automatically detects whether you have an antenna or cable, then searches for all active channels.

  • Page 16: Set Language Manually

    Set Language Manually Open “Main Menu” To change the on-screen language at any time, follow these steps. Press the menu button on the remote control. Select On-Screen Language Press 6 to choose English, French, or Spanish. Each time you press the button, the entire Main Menu will be translated into English, French or Spanish.

  • Page 17: Set Clock Manually

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel SET CLOCK MENU Auto Clock Set...
  • Page 18 Y2K Compliant Set the Time This Dual-Deck VCR is fully compliant with the calendar Use the number keys or the up/down arrow year 2000. Note that the year keys to set each of the following items. To 2000 is a leap year.

  • Page 19: Set Daylight Savings Time

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move SET CLOCK MENU Auto Clock Set Daylight Savings...

  • Page 20: Set Time Zone

    2 : Copy/Record Settings 3 : Tuner And Channel List REPEAT SKIP 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel SET CLOCK MENU Auto Clock Set...

  • Page 21: Set Auto Clock Set Channel

    0-9 keys to set the desired channel. • Line 1/Line 2 — Allows the clock to be set from another AV (Audio/Video) device attached to your VCR’s front (Line 1) or rear (Line 2) inputs. Set Auto Clock Set Channel AUDIO DUB...
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  • Page 23: The Dual-Deck System

    (Auto Power On). TV/VCR — Switches between your TV’s tuner and your VCR’s tuner; e.g., press when you are taping a show with the VCR and you want to watch another station on your television. •Display — Turns the On-Screen Display (Clock, Tuner, Audio, and Deck status) on and off.
  • Page 24 Deck Control Section Play — Plays the tape in the active deck. Rew — When the tape is stopped, rewinds the tape. When the tape is playing, visually searches the tape in reverse (Review). Rec — Starts recording in the active deck. Press twice to activate One-Touch Recording.
  • Page 25 F.Forward, or Rewind, opens the Search/ Index Menu. While recording, places an Index mark on the tape. VCR Plus+ — Opens the VCR Plus+ programming menu. Also moves down in the menu system. Slow +/– — In Play mode, increases or decreases the speed of slow motion playback.

  • Page 26: Jog Wheel/Shuttle Ring Operation

    Jog Wheel/Shuttle Ring Operation Jog Wheel — In Pause mode, rotate the Jog Wheel forward or backward to advance or rewind one frame at a time. This is useful when editing videos to achieve accurate frame-by- frame positioning. Jog Wheel ’...

  • Page 27: Front Panel Overview

    Power — Turns the Pause — Pauses the VCR on and off. tape playing or Note: Power will recording in the come on automati- active deck. cally when you insert a videotape. Stop/Eject — Stops Rewind — In Stop the tape in the mode, rewinds the active deck.

  • Page 28: Front Panel Line Inputs

    Front Panel Line Inputs Use the Front Panel Line Inputs for easy connection to a camcorder or video game using standard RCA cables. Through- out the menu system, the front panel input is referred to as ”Line1” and the rear panel input is referred to as “Line2.”...

  • Page 29: Front Panel Display

    Blinks if there is a Timer Recording error. VCR — Lights to show you that the Dual-Deck is in VCR mode; i.e. what you see on screen is coming from the VCR and NOT the televi- sion, as set by the TV/VCR button.

  • Page 30: Front Panel Display Settings

    Set Clock Menu 2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel DUAL-DECK FEATURES Remote Eject...

  • Page 31: Child Lock

    “Off.” operate the VCR. With Child Lock set to “On”: • Auto Power On is disabled - The VCR • Auto Play is disabled - Tapes will not • Front panel buttons are disabled - You will not turn on automatically when a tape is inserted.

  • Page 32: Remote Eject

    • On — Allows you to eject tapes by pressing the Stop button on the remote control. • Off — To eject tapes, you must use the Stop/Eject button on the VCR’s front panel. AUDIO DUB VIDEO DUB SETUP MENU...

  • Page 33: Main Menu Tree

    The On-Screen Menu System is the control center for your Dual-Deck VCR. It is divided into two sections: • Main Menu — Use for everyday func- tions, such as EZ Copy, Child Lock, and Timer Recording. • Setup Menu — Use for “set and forget”...

  • Page 34: Setup Menu Tree

    Setup Menu Tree The Setup Menu includes a variety of advanced options that allow you to customize your Dual-Deck VCR in virtually unlimited ways. Don’t forget to press and HOLD the Menu button for 3 seconds to access the Setup Menu.

  • Page 35: Menu Navigation - Remote Control

    Use the following remote control Menu buttons to enter and navigate within the Dual-Deck menu Press and release to enter the system. Main Menu and adjust everyday functions. While in the menu system, press to save settings and exit. Menu (3 seconds) Press and hold for 3 seconds to enter the Setup Menu and adjust “set and forget”...

  • Page 36: Reset Factory Settings

    Select “Reset Factory Settings” Press 5. Decide What to Reset Press “1” if you want to reset everything except the clock, your VCR Plus+ Channel List, and any saved Timer Recordings. Press “2” if you want to clear all settings. Restore Settings Press the Clear button to confirm your decision and restore factory settings.

  • Page 37: On-Screen Display Overview

    View On-Screen Display The On-Screen Display (OSD) shows you the status of the Press Display. Dual-Deck VCR at any given moment, including information from the Tuner, Decks, and Line inputs. It also displays the Date & Time, and communi- cates important Copy, Timer Change View Record, and Error messages.

  • Page 38: On-Screen Display Elements

    On-Screen Display Elements Deck Counter Position— Shows the current tape position or time remaining as set by the Clk/Ctr button. Deck Play/Record Speed— Shows current playback speed (SP, LP, SLP) or record speed (SP, SLP). Deck Record Source— In Deck 1 or Deck 2 View, the record source is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 39: On-Screen Display (Osd) Settings

    Set Clock Menu 2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel DUAL-DECK FEATURES Remote Eject...
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  • Page 41: Tuner & Channel List

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST CH ## Tuner Band...

  • Page 42: Auto Channel Search

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST CH ##...

  • Page 43: Add Channel

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel MENU=Quit TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST...

  • Page 44: Remove Channel

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST CH ##...

  • Page 45: Show Weak Channels

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel MENU=Quit TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST...

  • Page 46: Tuner Audio

    When a show is not broadcast in stereo, the sound reverts to Mono. Combines the left and right audio signals into one channel. Use when connecting the VCR to a Mono output device, such as a monitor. AUDIO DUB VIDEO DUB...
  • Page 47 • SAP — Second Audio Program. Optional audio signal, often used to transmit a second language, news, or weather broadcasts. SAP will appear on the front panel display if it is available for the program you are watching. • TV+SAP — Delivers Mono from the left channel and Second Audio Program (SAP) from the right channel.
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  • Page 49: Copy Features

    Copy Your Tape Press the Copy Tape button on either the remote control or the front of the VCR. The tape in Deck 1 will begin copying to Deck 2. • To pause copying, press Copy Tape. • To resume copying, press Copy Tape again.

  • Page 50: Ez Copy

    Complete Program Record, or CPR, helps to ensure you won’t run out of tape before your copy is complete. When EZ Copy is selected, the VCR begins copying at the same speed as the source tape; it then calculates how much time is remaining on the target tape and adjusts the copy speed to SLP if necessary to copy the entire tape.

  • Page 51: Copy Mode

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS Copy Mode...

  • Page 52: Speed Matching

    2 : Copy/Record Settings 3 : Tuner And Channel List REPEAT SKIP 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS Copy Mode...

  • Page 53: Copy Audio Insert

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS Copy Mode...
  • Page 54 Notes: • If there is no audio source playing, the audio track will be blank. • Copy Audio Insert automatically reverts to “Off” when the VCR is turned off. ’ DUAL DECK USER S GUIDE...

  • Page 55: Playback Features

    Basic Playback To play a videotape, simply Insert Tape insert it in either deck and press the Play button. Tapes Insert a standard VHS tape into Deck 1 or without Record Safety Tabs can Deck 2. be set to play automatically when inserted;...

  • Page 56: Special Playback Features

    Special Playback Features While a tape is Freeze Frame playing, you can From Play mode, press Still/F.Adv to enjoy a variety of freeze a single frame. special playback features, including Freeze, Slow Frame Advance Motion, Skip, Repeat, and more. From Still mode, press Still/F.Adv to Press the Play button advance to the next frame, or turn the again to resume...

  • Page 57: Tracking

    The Auto Tracking button (Auto) will automatically align the recorded tracks with the playback heads to solve this Resume Auto Tracking problem. You may also set tracking manually. Press Auto to have the VCR adjust tracking automatically. Tracking AUDIO DUB VIDEO DUB REPEAT SKIP...

  • Page 58: Sequential/Loop Playback

    Sequential/Loop Playback You can insert two tapes in Open “Setup Menu” your Dual-Deck VCR and have them play sequentially or in a Press and hold the menu button on the continuous loop. For example, remote control for 3 seconds. you may rent a movie that...

  • Page 59: Auto Play/Rewind

    Set Clock Menu 2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel MENU=Quit DUAL-DECK FEATURES...

  • Page 60: Playback Audio Settings

    Set Clock Menu 2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel DUAL-DECK FEATURES Remote Eject...

  • Page 61: Qsound

    QSound enriches your listen- Set “QSound” ing experience by creating realistic 3D effects from two Press the “QSound” button on the remote speakers. Choose from three control to select from the following options: QSound modes—Arena, • Off (blank display) — QSound is dis- Cinema, or Stage.
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  • Page 63: Recording Features

    (whichever the switch is set to on the back of the VCR). • Make sure the TV/VCR button on the front panel is set to VCR (the VCR icon will appear on the front panel display). • Be sure the tape is long enough to record the entire program.

  • Page 64: Recording Options

    Record. To Watch a Different Channel... Press the TV/VCR Button on the remote or front panel to switch to TV mode (the VCR icon will disappear from the front panel display), then select a different channel using your TV’s tuner.

  • Page 65: One-Touch Recording (Otr)

    While in Record mode, press Record again to activate One-Touch Recording. OTR 0:30 will appear on the On-Screen Display and the VCR will record for exactly 30 minutes. Add Recording Time Continue pressing Record to add recording time in 30 minute increments up to 9 hours and 30 minutes.

  • Page 66: Record Speed

    Record Speed You can adjust the Record Start Recording Speed to fit more than 2 hours of programming on a T-120 Follow the basic Recording instructions on tape. page 53. Set Record Speed Press the SP/SLP button on the remote control to switch the record speed between: •...

  • Page 67: Record Source

    You can set the Dual-Deck Open “Setup Menu” VCR to record from the Tuner (television), Deck 1, Deck 2, Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds. Line 1 (front) or Line 2 (rear) inputs. The Auto setting will record whatever is currently visible on-screen.

  • Page 68: Sequential/Loop Recording

    Sequential/Loop Recording You can insert two tapes in Open “Setup Menu” your Dual-Deck VCR and have them record sequentially or in Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds. a continuous loop. This will allow you to record up to 18 hours of programming in SLP mode.

  • Page 69: Date/Time Stamp

    2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel MENU=Quit COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS...
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  • Page 71: Timer Recording

    How to Set a Timer Recording Sometimes you may wish to Open Timer Record Menu tape a show when you’re not home, or you may want to Press Menu on the remote control, then press 3. Note: If you haven’t set the clock, create a library of your favorite the Set Clock menu will appear.
  • Page 72 Set Event Length Use the number keys to set the Length of the event. The default setting is 0 Hours and 30 Minutes. • Set Length (H) — Enter the hours as a 2- • Set Length (M) — Enter the minutes as a Set Event Type Use the number keys (1-4) to set how often the event will be recorded.
  • Page 73 Cable Box Record Source Set Recording Source If you are programming a timer recording with a cable box, your Use the number keys (1-4) to set the Record record source depends on Source. The default setting is the current whether or not you have setup tuner (television) channel.
  • Page 74 SLP if necessary to fit the entire event. If there is not enough tape to record the entire event, the VCR will Confirm Settings record in SLP until the end of the tape is reached.

  • Page 75: Insert Tape

    Timer icon will flash on the front panel display and a Timer Record Error will appear on the TV screen; see page 66. power is on or off; i.e., if the VCR power is off, it will turn on automatically when the Timer Recording begins.

  • Page 76: Timer Recording Errors

    • Press Stop to stop the recording deck. Overlapping Events Two or more events are programmed to occur at the same time: • When you program a new event, the VCR checks • If events overlap, the first event will be completely ’ DUAL...

  • Page 77: Vcr Plus+ Recording

    Press the right arrow key. Map Your Channels Using the worksheet on the following page, determine the local equivalents of the VCR Plus+ channels for your viewing area. You can find this information in your local television listings or by contacting your local cable company.

  • Page 78: Vcr Plus+ Channel Worksheet

    VCR Plus+ Channel Worksheet Listed at right are many of the standard VCR Plus+ channel numbers used in the US and Canada. The first group consists of Cable TV stations and the second group consists of Broadcast TV stations. Spaces have been provided...

  • Page 79: How To Program A Vcr Plus+ Recording

    Open VCR Plus+ Menu channels, you are ready to program VCR Plus+ recordings. Press the VCR Plus+ button on the remote Open up your local TV listings control. If you haven’t set the clock, the Set and jot down the VCR PlusCode Clock menu will appear.

  • Page 80: Vcr Plus+ Recording Options

    VCR will then calculate how much time is remaining on the tape and adjusts the record speed to SLP if neces- sary to fit the entire event. If there is not enough tape to record the entire event, the VCR will record in SLP until the end of the tape is reached.
  • Page 81 • Deck 2 — Show will be recorded on tape in Deck 2. View Event Summary When you are satisfied with your VCR Plus+ recording options, press the Menu button to view a summary of the event and all other programmed events.

  • Page 82: Vcr Plus+ Timer Extend

    VCR Plus+ Timer Extend If you set your VCR’s clock Open “Setup Menu” manually, it may be fast or slow by a few minutes. To Press and hold the menu button on the ensure that VCR Plus+ records remote control for 3 seconds.

  • Page 83: Editing Features

    8-Scene Editor The 8-Scene Editor uses Insert Source Tape professional quality flying erase heads to automatically Put the tape with your unedited source assemble up to 8 scenes by material in Deck 1. marking their beginning and ending points. You can also use the Sync Edit feature, Insert Target Tape which allows you to manually...
  • Page 84 Select “8-Scene Edit List” Press 4 to open the 8-Scene Edit List menu. The number “1” and “Begin” will flash. Select Scene Number Use the number keys to choose a scene from 1 to 8. You can enter scenes in any order. The scene number you choose will flash.
  • Page 85 Copy Tape to begin assembling the tape. Notes: • The Dual-Deck VCR will automatically copy each scene in order from the source tape to the target tape. • When the process is finished, return to Step 6 to add more scenes, or press Menu to quit.

  • Page 86: Sync Editing

    Sync Editing Sync (as in “synchronized”) Before You Begin — Editing is useful if you only want to copy part of a tape, or • Turn off Auto Play; see page 49. if you want to cut commercials • Turn off EZ Copy; see page 40. while copying a TV show.
  • Page 87 To automatically cut commer- Position Source Tape cials when performing a Sync Edit, see Skip Edit on the Play the tape in Deck 1 to the beginning of following page. the scene you wish to copy, then press Still. Use the special playback functions to quickly find the position you want;...

  • Page 88: How To Cut Commercials With Skip Edit

    Deck 1 to Deck 2. Cut the Commercials When the commercials start, press Skip once for every minute of commercials to be deleted. The Dual-Deck VCR will automati- cally skip edit (omit) the commercials on the target tape, then resume copying. ’...

  • Page 89: On-Screen Titler

    You can add titles or credits to Open “Main Menu” your movies with the On- Screen Titler. Create your Press Menu on the remote control. message from over 100 letters, numbers and symbols. There are two steps to using the titler: Setting up the Titler Message and Recording the Title;...

  • Page 90: Recording Titler Message

    Recording Titler Message Once you have set up your Start Recording Titler Message, you can record it by pressing the Scene/Title Insert your target tape in Deck 2 and button while a tape is record- initiate any Record mode, i.e., Record, ing in Deck 2.

  • Page 91: Audio/Video Dubbing

    A/V Dub uses flying erase Insert Target Tape heads to allow seamless dubbing of new audio and Insert the tape on which you want to dub a video tracks onto your prere- new audio/video track in Deck 2. corded tapes. You can dub from the front/rear line inputs, the tuner, microphone, or Position Target Tape...
  • Page 92 • Deck 1 - to dub from a tape in Deck 1. Note: If you have connected BOTH a microphone AND another source device to the front A/V inputs, the Dual-Deck VCR will ONLY recognize the microphone as Line 1.
  • Page 93 Start Dubbing With your source playing, press Record on the remote control. “A.Dub•,” “V.Dub•,” or “A/V Dub•” will appear on the on- screen display. Options while Dubbing • To pause the A/V Dub, press Still. While in Pause mode, you can change or reposition the source device.
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  • Page 95: Search/Index Features

    Overview The Dual-Deck VCR Search/ Clk/Ctr Button Index features allow you to scan and search for Index Press the Clk/Ctr button repeatedly to cycle Marks, quickly find blank the front panel display through the follow- space on a tape, search for...

  • Page 96: Placing Index Marks

    Placing Index Marks Index Marks are like bookmarks Automatic Index Marks on your videotapes. They are inserted automatically at the Index Marks are placed automatically start of every recording, or you whenever you start recording. This includes can place them manually Recording, OTR (One Touch Recording), anywhere on a tape.

  • Page 97: Index Scan

    When Index Scan locates an Index Mark, it will play the tape for 5 seconds. If it is the scene you want to watch, press Play. If it is not, the VCR will automatically search for the next Index Mark. Index Scan...

  • Page 98: Index Search

    Enter a number from 1 to 99; e.g. for “5” press “0-5”. Search for Index Marks Press Fast-Forward or Rewind to begin searching forward or backward for the specified Index Mark. When the VCR locates the Index Mark, it will play the tape. ’ DUAL DECK USER...

  • Page 99: Blank Search

    From Stop or Play mode, press the Search/ your videotape. Index button. Select “Blank Search” Press 2. The Dual-Deck VCR will automati- cally search for the next available blank space on your tape and stop. If no blank space is found, the tape will eject.

  • Page 100: Direct Time Search

    Direct Time Search Use Direct Time Search to Open “Search Menu” locate a specific tape location in hours, minutes, and seconds. From Stop or Play mode, press the Search/ This is useful for editing pur- Index button. poses, i.e. you can advance the tape directly to the beginning of the desired scene.

  • Page 101: Return To 0:00:00

    You can advance your video- Open “Search Menu” tapes to tape counter position 0:00:00 at the touch of a From Stop or Play mode, press the Search/ button. This feature is useful Index button. when editing from a baseline counter value of 0:00:00. Select “Return to 0:00:00”...
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  • Page 103: Advanced Connections

    ANT.)” jack on the back panel of the VCR. Connect VCR to TV Connect the supplied RF cable from the “OUT (TO TV)” jack on the back panel of the VCR to your television’s “Antenna In” jack. Plug In VCR Connect the VCR power cord to a standard 120V/60Hz wall outlet.
  • Page 104 Set VCR Output Channel Set the channel switch on the back panel of the VCR to 3 or 4, whichever is NOT used by your cable box. Tune TV to the Same Channel Select the channel you used in step 6.

  • Page 105: Cable Box Control

    Plug the supplied Cable Mouse into the Cable on your cable box when Timer Box Control jack on the back of your Dual- Recording. Once you attach Deck VCR. the Cable Mouse, you will need to activate Cable Box Control in the menu system,...
  • Page 106 Set Clock Menu 2 : Copy/Record Settings REPEAT SKIP 3 : Tuner And Channel List 4 : Dual-Deck Features 5 : Reset Factory Settings 6 : VCR Plus Setup 7 : Advanced Features ____________________________________ = Move = Sel MENU=Quit VCR Plus Setup...
  • Page 107 If the code is valid, the cable box will change to Channel 09. If not, try selecting another code. Note: This VCR may not operate all brands of Cable Box. VCR Plus Setup VCR Plus Channel Setup...
  • Page 108 DECK USER S GUIDE connected to the “IN (FROM ANT.)” jack on the VCR back panel and is tuned to Channel 2, 3, or 4. Use the number keys to set the appropriate channel. connected to the front line inputs.

  • Page 109: Audio Connections

    Connect RCA cables from the Left & Right Dual-Deck VCR to your home Audio Outputs on the back of the VCR to stereo system or stereo TV. the Auxiliary Inputs on your stereo receiver. If you are using a stereo television, connect the Video Output as well.

  • Page 110: Tv Monitor Connections

    Connect RCA cables from the Audio and because they receive the Video Outputs on the back of the VCR to audio and video signals the Audio and Video Inputs on your TV directly from the VCR monitor.

  • Page 111: Connecting Other Video Equipment

    • A Third VCR device to the Audio and Video Inputs on the • Laser Disc Player front or back of the VCR. Note: If you use the • DVD Player S-Video In connection, you must turn it on in •...

  • Page 112: S-Video Input

    Open “Setup Menu” video equipment to the S- Video input on the back of Press and hold the menu button for 3 your VCR. You must turn “S- seconds. Video In” on in the menu system in order to use this connection.

  • Page 113: Second A/V Out

    The Second A/V Output on the Open “Setup Menu” back panel allows you to connect the Dual-Deck VCR to Press and hold the menu button for 3 a second display or recording seconds. device, such as a television or additional VCR, in another part of the house.

  • Page 114: Line Input Labeling

    Line 2, respectively. You can label these inputs to match the specific devices you have connected to your Dual-Deck VCR. For example, if you have a DVD Player connected to Select “Advanced Features” your rear line inputs, you can Press 7.

  • Page 115: Computer Connection

    Computer Connection Go-Port Software You can control your Dual-Deck VCR with a PC through the 6-pin multimedia port. This requires a special software package, called Go-Port, that you can order directly from Sensory Science Corporation. For more information, please contact our Customer Service Department at (480) 922-0896.
  • Page 116 ’ DUAL DECK USER S GUIDE...

  • Page 117: Appendix A - Multi-Brand Remote

    TV. Note: When the remote keys highlighted above will be available to operate your control is in TV mode, it will NOT operate television. your VCR. To return to VCR mode, press VCR on the remote control. Appendix A TV CODES Daewoo...

  • Page 118: Multi-Brand Remote Setup - Cable Box/Dss

    Note: When the to operate your cable box/DSS. remote control is in Cable/DSS mode, it will NOT operate your VCR. To return to VCR mode, press VCR on the remote control. ’...

  • Page 119: Appendix B - Help

    Why is the picture quality poor? follows: • Change the channel switch on the back of the VCR, i.e. if it’s set to 3 change it to 4. Then make sure your TV is set to the same channel. • Phone: (480) 922-0896 •...
  • Page 120 Why isn’t my remote control working? • Make sure you are pointing the remote control directly at the VCR and that there are no obstacles between • Make sure the batteries in your remote are fresh and installed properly. • The “TV” button may have been pressed by accident. This makes the remote control only operate the Why do my tapes record at different speeds when I use Copy Tape? Because Speed Matching is “Off”...
  • Page 121 Why does my on-screen display show “Error”? This indicates a problem with the VCR tape mechanism. Turn the power off and on again to reset. If this does not clear the error, unplug the VCR from the power outlet and inspect both tape slots for foreign objects, or for jammed or crooked tapes.
  • Page 122 • If the Date/Time Stamp is set to “Cont” (Continuous) and a recording is in progress, the on-screen menus and Why do I get a blue screen? • If a channel is too weak to deliver a clear picture, the VCR will display a blue screen in its place. To see • Double-check your antenna connections or tuner settings.
  • Page 123 Why do I lose stereo sound when I turn on my VCR? If your TV and VCR are connected with an RF coaxial cable, you will only hear stereo sound if the VCR is turned off. To hear stereo sound with the VCR turned on, you must connect the TV and VCR with RCA line cables;...

  • Page 124: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications VIDEO SYSTEM TELEVISION SYSTEM AUDIO TRACK TAPE WIDTH TAPE SPEED PLAY/RECORD TIME FF/REW TIME HEADS VIDEO AUDIO WOW & FLUTTER RF MODULATION FREQUENCY RESPONSE POWER REQUIREMENT CLOCK BACKUP TIME ENVIRONMENT DIMENSIONS WEIGHT ’ DUAL DECK USER S GUIDE 1/2-inch VHS system, 4 rotary head helical scanning;...

  • Page 125: Dual-Deck Vcr Limited Warranty

    Who Provides the Limited Warranty During the warranty period, the Go-Video Warranty Administrator will honor Dual-Deck VCR service for 90 days labor, 1 year parts from the original date of consumer purchase. See below for Commercial, Industrial or Educational use coverage.
  • Page 126 Other Warranty Coverage Commercial, Industrial or Educational use has the same warranty coverage as stated in this warranty. What are the Exceptions This warranty does not cover: (1) Normal maintenance service, such as video head cleaning. (2) Damage from misuse, abuse neglect or accident, natural disasters or Acts of God.

  • Page 127: Index

    Complete Program Record 63, 64, 70, 71 Mode 99 Computer Connection 105 Computer Monitor 100 Connect Batteries 1 Antenna to VCR 2 Blank Search 89 Audio Source 44 Broadcast TV 68 VCR to Monitor 100 VCR to TV 2 Copy...
  • Page 128 Digital Satellite System (DSS) 103, 104 Digital Video Disc (DVD) Player 103, 104 Direct Time Search 90 Display Button 13 Display Message 28 Double-Speed Playback 16, 46 Dual-Deck VCR 1 Dubbing 18 Duraheads 114 English 5, 6 Error Messages 28 Event Length, Set 62...
  • Page 129 Timer Record 61 Multi-Brand Remote Setup 107, 108 Multimedia port 105 Mute Button 13 On-Screen Display (OSD) During OTR 55 Elements 28 Index Marks 86 Overview 27 Settings 29 Timer Record Errors 66 On-Screen Menu System 23 One-Touch Recording (OTR) Index Marks 86 Overview 55 Titler 80...
  • Page 130 TV Mode 54 TV Monitor Connections 100 TV View Button 14, 27, 28, 101 TV View button 82 TV+SAP 36, 37 TV/VCR Button 13, 17, 19, 53, 54, 100 Up/Down Arrows 25, 63 User’s Guide 1 VCR 21 VCR Button 13...
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