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Summarization of Contents
Index to Parts and Controls
Front panel
Identifies and describes the controls and indicators on the VCR's front panel.
Display window
Explains the various indicators shown in the VCR's display window.
Rear panel
Identifies and describes the connectors and ports on the VCR's rear panel.
Remote commander
Details the buttons and functions of the remote control unit.
Getting Started
Step 1: Unpacking
Check that you have received the following items with the VCR.
Step 2: Setting up the remote commander
Insert batteries and set the TV/VIDEO switch for operation.
Step 3: Connecting the VCR
Connect the aerial cable and mains lead to the VCR and TV.
Step 4: Tuning your TV to the VCR
Follow steps to ensure your TV properly receives video signals from the VCR.
Step 5: Setting up the VCR with the Auto Set Up function
Use Auto Set Up to automatically set language, channels, guide channels, and clock.
Step 6: Setting the clock
Set the time and date manually or automatically for timer features.
Selecting a language
Change the on-screen display language from the one selected during Auto Set Up.
Presetting channels
Manually preset channels if Auto Set Up did not complete successfully.
Changing/disabling programme positions
Modify programme positions or disable unused ones.
Changing the station names
Change or enter station names (up to 5 characters) for channel information.
Setting the Canal Plus decoder
Connect a decoder to watch or record Canal Plus programmes.
Basic Operations
Playing a tape
Insert a tape and press PLAY to begin playback.
Recording TV programmes
Select programme position, tape speed, and press REC to start recording.
Recording TV programmes using the Dial Timer
Set timer recordings without turning on the TV for up to eight programmes.
Recording TV programmes using the ShowView system
Simplify timer programming by entering a ShowView number from the TV guide.
Recording TV programmes using the timer
Preset timer recordings for programmes by setting date, time, and position.
Additional Operations
Playing/searching at various speeds
View picture during fast-forward, rewind, slow motion, or frame-by-frame playback.
Setting the recording duration time
Set the VCR to stop recording automatically after a specified duration.
Synchronized Recording
Automatically record from connected equipment with a timer function.
Checking/changing/cancelling timer settings
Review, modify, or delete programmed timer recordings.
Recording stereo and bilingual programmes
Record stereo and bilingual audio based on ZWEITON or NICAM systems.
Searching using the Smart Search function
See recorded programme details and start playback directly from the search screen.
Storing, searching and deleting programme information (Smart Search Plus)
Store, recall, and manage recorded programme information for up to four tapes.
Searching using the index function
Use index signals to find specific recordings on the tape.
Adjusting the picture
Manually adjust tracking or use the Reality Regenerator for picture quality.
Reducing the VCR's power consumption
Turn off display indicators in standby mode to conserve power.
Changing menu options
Customize VCR settings via the OPTIONS-1 and OPTIONS-2 menus.
Editing
Connecting to a VCR or stereo system
Connect line outputs of other VCRs or stereo systems for recording or dubbing.
Basic editing
Perform basic editing by recording from one VCR to another.
Audio dubbing
Record new commentary over the normal audio track of a tape.
Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Solutions for common problems related to power, clock, playback, recording, and more.
Specifications
Technical details including channel coverage, tape speeds, inputs, outputs, and power.
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