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Hitachi VT-MX4510A Owner's Manual

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HITACHI
Video Deck
VT-MX4510A
Owner's Manual
Your Complete Guide
to Videocassette Viewing
and Recording
Using these quality features:
n n n n Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System
n n n n Bilingual on-screen menu display selectable in English or Spanish
n n n n Infrared remote control
n n n n Real time tape counter
n n n n 181 channel capability PLL frequency synthesizer tuner with direct station call
n n n n Digital Display
n n n n Auto power on and off system
n n n n Auto counter reset
n n n n Auto rewind when the end of a tape is reached
n n n n Direct Button Operation
n n n n 2 Step Picture Search Operation
n n n n Still
n n n n Digital Auto Tracking (DTR)
n n n n Auto Repeat
n n n n Picture Select
n n n n Three different tape speeds : SP/LP/SLP
n n n n Two different recording tape speeds : SP/SLP
n n n n IRT (Instant Recording Timer)
n n n n 1 Year, 7 events (including Daily and Weekly Timer Recording)
n n n n Time Search
n n n n Quick-Find
n n n n Index Search
n n n n Slow Motion
n n n n S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB)
HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.
HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION
1855 Dornoch Court,
San Diego, Ca 92173
Tel. 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
QR32281 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2000
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA LTD.
DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION
6740 Campobello Road,
Mississauga, Ontario
L5N 2L8
Tel. 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244)
Printed in China
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  • Page 1 S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB) HITACHI AMERICA, LTD. HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION 1855 Dornoch Court, San Diego, Ca 92173 Tel. 1-800-HITACHI (1-800-448-2244) QR32281 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2000 HITACHI (HSC) CANADA LTD. DIGITAL MEDIA DIVISION 6740 Campobello Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8 Tel. 1-800-HITACHI...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ... 4 PRECAUTIONS ... 6 LOCATION ... 6 POWER SUPPLY ... 6 AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE... 6 WARNING... 6 FEATURES... 7 VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION... 8 PRECAUTIONS ... 8 TWO DIFFERENT TAPE SPEEDS... 8 INSERTING A CASSETTE ...
  • Page 3 CONTROLLING YOUR TV OR CABLE CONVERTER WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE ... 39 REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER ... 39 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER ... 39 TO OPERATE THE CABLE BOX ONCE THE REMOTE IS PROGRAMMED FOR IT ...

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.
  • Page 5 Antenna ground diagram. 14. Lightning-For added protection for this video product during 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 video product due to lightning and power- line surges.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    ATTENTION: (French translation of above warning) The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the VCR. No other VCR has the same serial number as yours. You should record the number and other vital information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.

  • Page 7: Features

    • Auto rewind when the end of a tape is reached- (Does not occur when using the timer recording). • Direct Button Operation- When a tape is in the VCR and the power is off, just press PLAY, REW or F.FWD button on the main unit and it will automatically turn on the VCR and perform the desired function.

  • Page 8: Video Cassette Tape Information

    The VCR will automatically turn on. REMOVING A CASSETTE 1) In the Stop mode, press the STOP/EJECT button on the VCR. The cassette will be ejected. 2) Pull the cassette out of the cassette compartment. 3) Store the cassette in the case as shown.

  • Page 9: Operating Controls And Functions

    9. CHANNEL(CH) buttons-Press to select the desired channels for viewing or recording. Tracking function-Press to minimize video 'noise' (lines or dots on screen) during playback (only on the VCR) or slow mode. Press to stabilize the picture in the Still mode when the picture begins to vibrate vertically.
  • Page 10 26. Power cord- Connect to a standard AC outlet (120V/60Hz) 27. AUDIO OUT jack- Connect to the audio input jack of your audio equipment or another VCR 28. AUDIO IN jack- Connect to the audio output jack of your audio equipment or another VCR.

  • Page 11: Preparation For Use

    You can record one channel while viewing another. The same goes for Automatic Timer Recording and IRT. For details, please refer to "Recording" on page 22. Note: The connection of an indoor antenna with a VCR may not always give acceptable TV reception. Fig. 2: VHF/UHF Combination Antenna or Cable from the Cable Company You can record one channel while viewing another.

  • Page 12: Recording Hints

    8) Select the channel to be viewed on the TV. Note: If you wish to see the VCR menu, view what you are recording or playing a tape with this connection, make sure the A-B switch is on the correct side.

  • Page 13: Recording Hints

    1) Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on. 2) Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the...
  • Page 14 TV. 3) Connect the audio/video cables to the audio/video input jacks on the back of the VCR. Now connect the other end of the cables to the audio/video output jacks on the source. • If you use the audio and video input jacks on the back of the unit, press 0, 0, 1 on the remote control to select the "LineIn Rear (L1)"...

  • Page 15: Installing The Batteries

    • Channel memory programming is NOT needed when connected to a cable box or satellite box as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12 In this case with your remote, select the VCR to channel 3 or 4 the same channel as located on the back of VCR (CH3 or CH4).

  • Page 16: Channel Set Up (Automatic)

    2 Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.

  • Page 17: Clock Set Up

    • Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
  • Page 18 4 Select the year Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired year appears. (Example: 2000) Then, press the F.FWD/ button. 03/01 -- : -- 5 Select the hour Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired hour appears. (Example: 05) Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

  • Page 19: To Change Clock Setting

    • Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
  • Page 21 5 Delete it from memory Press the F.FWD/ or REW/ button so that "DELETE" flashes on the TV screen. • To delete another channel, repeat steps [4] and [5] • If you press F.FWD/ or REW/ MANUAL SET UP CHANNEL 30 [TV] DELETE - DELETED - - MEMORIZED -...

  • Page 22: Channel Set Up Again

    Remember: If your cable box or satellite box is connected as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12, you DO NOT have to set up the channels. Just select the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4 and also have theCH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel you selected (CH 3 or CH 4).

  • Page 23: Playback

    • You can advance the picture by one frame at a time by pressing the PAUSE button on the remote control during the still mode. • If it is left in the Still mode for more than five minutes, the VCR will automatically switch to the Stop mode.

  • Page 24: Slow Motion

    You can control the speed by pressing the F.FWD button (faster) or the REW button (slower). Press the PLAY button to return to normal playback. NOTE: If it is left in the Slow mode for more than five minutes, the VCR will automatically switch to the Stop mode.

  • Page 25: Counter Memory

    • Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.

  • Page 26: Special Playback

    • Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on. • Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.

  • Page 27: Picture Select

    (NORMAL, SOFT or SHARP) appears on the TV screen.. • Once you select the Picture Select mode, it stays in effect even after you turn off the VCR. • To stop playback, press the STOP button.

  • Page 28: Quick-Find

    (=the index mark), the VCR begins playback video tape at high speed for 30 seconds. Then, return to fast forwarding again to the beginning of next program. The VCR repeats these operation to the tape end. Concerning the index mark, please see "INDEX SEARCH" section.

  • Page 29: Recording

    • Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.

  • Page 30: Recording One Program And Viewing Another

    • Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.

  • Page 31: Automatic Timer Recording

    • Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on to program it. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
  • Page 32 2 Select your desired program number (1-7) Program number which is not set up flashes. Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until your desired program number appears. (Example: 1) Then, press the F.FWD/ button. PROGRAM NUMBER DATE -- / -- START TIME -- / -- -- END TIME...
  • Page 33 Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired hour appears. (Example: 07) Then, press the F.FWD/ button. ONE TIME PROGRAM PROGRAM NUMBER DATE 05/04 THUR START TIME END TIME -- : -- -- CHANNEL REC SPEED 6 Set the start minute Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired minute appears.
  • Page 34 7 Set the end hour Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired hour appears. (Example: 08) Then, press the F.FWD/ button. ONE TIME PROGRAM PROGRAM NUMBER DATE 05/04 THU START TIME 07: 30 PM END TIME 08: -- -- CHANNEL REC SPEED 8 Set the end minute...

  • Page 35: Hints For Timer Recording

    HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING • If there is a power failure or the VCR is unplugged for more than 30 seconds, the clock setting and all timer settings will be lost. • If the tape runs out before the end time, the VCR will switch to the Stop mode immediately, eject the tape and the VCR power will be turned off.
  • Page 36 NOTE: The STOP button on the remote control will not function in Automatic Timer Recording mode.

  • Page 37: Copying A Video Tape

    Connect the editing (recording) VCR, source (playing) VCR (another VCR) and your TV using the following diagram. NOTE: You can use the audio and video input jacks on the front panel of the editing (recording) VCR instead of using the jacks on the back. Fig. 9: 1) Insert a pre-recorded video cassette into the source (playing) VCR.

  • Page 38: Digital Display

    After rewinding finishes, the VCR will eject the tape and turn itself to off. • The tape will not auto-rewind during timer recording or Instant Recording Timer. • When the Counter Memory is activated, the tape will rewind to the M0:00:00 and the VCR will go into the Stop mode.

  • Page 39: Controlling Your Tv Or Cable Converter With The Vcr's Remote

    WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE This Hitachi remote control can be used with your TV ass well as the VCR, as long as your TV comes with a remote control. This feature comes in handy--you don't have to juggle two remotes.

  • Page 40: Remote Control Of The Tv

    Turn on the TV (any channel is okay). 2 Program the remote control Aim the VCR's remtoe control at your TV set. Hold down the TV button (not the VCR/TV button) while you press the number corresponding to your brand of television as shown in the chart.

  • Page 41: Controlling The Tv

    Press the VCR button to operate your VCR with the remote again. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you have followed the instructions contained in this manual and have difficulty in operating your VCR, locate the PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding CORRECTIVE ACTION columns to remedy the problem.

  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Center for servicing. CABINET CLEANING • Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the VCR with a soft cloth immersed in lukewarm water and wrung dry. • Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the VCR. Such chemicals may cause damage and discoloration to the exposed surfaces.

  • Page 43: Cable Channel Designations

    (1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Responsible Party: Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. 905 East South Street, Anaheim, CA 92805 U.S.A. Tel: 714-780-0152 OVMN02450A...

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