Related Manuals for Zenith VRA211
Summary of Contents for Zenith VRA211
- Page 1 Operating Guide and Warranty for your new Zenith Entertainment Machine Models thanks for VRA211 VRA411 VRA421 choosing zenith...
- 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.
-
Page 3: Vcr Features Chart
Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV) 1. Model VRA421 is used for the description, operation, and details provided in this operating guide. 2. VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. X = Feature is provided N/A = Feature is Not Available... -
Page 4: Connections For Your Vcr
Antenna Flat Wire (300 ohm) 300/75 ohm Adaptor (Not provided) VHF/UHF/CATV Cable TV Wall Jack Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. Back Panel of Stereo VCR R-AUDIO-L VIDEO VHF/UHF/CATV CH3 CH4 Cable TV Wall Jack Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. -
Page 5: Audio/Video (A/V) Connections To Tv
Use A/V connections for a better picture. Back Panel of Stereo VCR R-AUDIO-L VIDEO VHF/UHF/CATV CH3 CH4 A/V cable is not provided with VCR. Back Panel of Monaural VCR AUDIO VIDEO VHF/UHF/CATV CH3 CH4 A/V cable is not provided with VCR. -
Page 6: Before You Operate Your Vcr
Connect the Power (Required) Plug your VCR into an unswitched 120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet. Turn on the VCR by pressing the POWER on the remote or on the VCR’s front panel. Do not plug the VCR into a switched power outlet. - Page 7 3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed. 4. Press QUIT to exit menu, or wait a few minutes and the VCR returns to normal operation. Select SpeakEZ Function (On/Off) A voice tells you how to use the features in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON.
- Page 8 (Optional) Set the source of the VCR for the type of program signal you have connected to the ANT IN jack on the back of the VCR. Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the VCR.
- Page 9 SETUP menu. We recom- mend keeping this option ON. See the SETUP menu for details. If you have a stereo VCR, select the audio format (HI-FI or NORMAL) to use when you play a tape. We recommend setting this option to HI-FI.
-
Page 10: Front Panel Diagram
C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S Front Panel Diagram Descriptions of items you need to know Front Panel Controls to operate These controls perform basic VCR operations. The Remote performs basic as well as advanced VCR your VCR. operations. POWER On/Off Button play f fwd... -
Page 11: Vcr Status Display Options
M-1:35:45 Tape Counter Position VCR Status Display The VCR Status Display appears on the TV when a VCR function starts, like when you change a chan- nel or select a different VCR mode. For example, pressing STOP while the VCR is in PLAY mode shows STOP in the display. -
Page 12: The Buttons On Your Remote
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 record- ing. -
Page 13: Main Menu
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 TV/VCR repeatedly until VCR indicator appears in the front panel. - Page 14 VCR. See MANUAL option for details. Manual Clock Set The CLOCK Menu sets the clock in the VCR to the current date and time. Notes: The clock must be set before you can record by using the TIMER menu.
-
Page 15: Timer Menu
2. Press NUMBER(0-9) then ENTER to set the timer. 3. Press QUIT to exit the menu system. Note: Set the VCR in TIMER mode by pressing POWER to turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator appears in the front panel of the VCR. - Page 16 Selects TV, CATV, or AUX as the source of the program to watch or record. Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the VCR.
-
Page 17: Audio Menu
Selects HI-FI or NORMAL for tape playback. HI-FI (High Fidelity) provides stereo sound, if present on the tape, to the left and right VCR AUDIO output jacks on the back of the VCR. NORMAL provides monaural sound, regardless of the audio format present on the tape. -
Page 18: Watching Tv Through The Vcr
Selecting Channels at the TV when VCR is 1. Turn TV and VCR on. 2. Place VCR in TV mode by pressing TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator disappears from the VCR front panel. 3. Select channel you’d like to watch at the TV. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. -
Page 19: Camcorder Connected To Vcr
SOURCE Shows the program source—TV, CATV, or AUX—selected for the VCR to receive TUNER The VCR is using its Tuner to receive programs from an antenna or cable. Selects programs for the VCR from a rooftop-type antenna. CATV Selects programs for the VCR from Cable TV. -
Page 20: 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. power... - Page 21 Press PLAY to resume normal tape playing. Note: When the reverse slow mode continues for more than 30 secondes, the VCR will automati- cally change to play mode. Tape Rewind and Fast Forward (While in Stop mode) Press and release REW or F FWD (Fast Forward), as desired.
-
Page 22: Instant Recording
4. 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 23 A/V input jacks, select the 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.
- Page 24 TV’s channel selector. 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 TV/VCR on the remote to show the VCR indicator in the VCR’s front panel.
- Page 25 Keep your cable box on when using the Timer to record. Enable the Timer by pressing POWER to turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator appears in the VCR front panel to indi- cate the VCR is in the TIMER recording mode. PROGRAM...
-
Page 26: Troubleshooting
TV. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until VCR indicator appears in the VCR front panel. If you have a cable box, turn it on and select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR. - Page 27 Possible Cause Camcorder image is not shown. Camcorder is off. Camcorder image via A/V input VCR SOURCE is not set to AUX. to VCR is not shown on TV screen. Timer recording is not possible. Clock in VCR is not set to correct time.
-
Page 28: Video Head Cleaning
VCR. Snow, streaking in picture, and horizontal pulling indicate the need for professional video head cleaning. See your Zenith approved service center for cleaning. Cabinet Cleaning Clean the outside surfaces of the VCR with a soft lint-free cloth as required. Use care not to scratch the VCR during cleaning. Moisture Condensation... - Page 29 Troubleshooting....... . . 26-28 VCR Status Displays ....... . 11 Warranty.
- Page 30 Broken or lost remote? Perhaps you would just like the convenience of having a second remote on hand. Order your replacement remote control direct from Zenith! To ensure that you receive the correct remote, have your television's model number ready when you call.
- Page 31 N OT E S P A G E 3 1 Notes Use this page to makes notes.
-
Page 32: Your Zenith Limited 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.