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HITACHI
Auto
Install
System-
simply
plug in all leads
and press the POWER
button (see page 17).
-VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VT-UX6430A
-VT-UX6440A
Owner's manual
®
This instruction
manual
includes instructions
on use of both VT-UX643OA
and
VT-UX644gA.
Using these quality
features:
•
Common
for V'F-UX6430A
and VT-UX6440A
•
The VCR Plus+*
programming
system
allows
you to program
the VCR for timer
recording
by simply entering
a PlusCode*
number.
* VCRPlus+and PlusCodearetrademarks of eemstar
Development
Corporation,
TheVCRPlus+system is manufactured underlicense
from Gemstar Development Corporation.
•
Auto install system
automatically
tune in
broadcast
channels
and set the present
time.
•
S-VHS
Quasi Playback allows
you to
playback the tape that is recorded
by
S-VHS
type.
•
Super index allows
you to quickly search
for a program
you want to view or the
point from which you want to start
recording
on tape.
•
Super rewind
and fast forward.
•
Multi*channel
TV sound {MTS).
•
8-program/I-month
preset recording.
•
Auto clock set feature
allows you to
automatically
set the present time using a
time signal.
•
Auto head cleaning
system
minimizes
the
need for accessory
cleaners
and
professional
head cleaning.
•
Auto tracking
system
automatically
adjusts
the tracking
so the picttlre is optimized.
•
Frequency
synthesized
tuner provides
easy,
preset tuning
of up to68
broadcast
TV
channels
and 125 cable channels.
•
VHS Hi-Fidelity
sound in playback.
•
On-screen
programming
guide.
•
With display, VCR Plus+ can be
programmed
to record without
turning
power
on.
•
Easy cursor operation.
•
VT-UX6440A
only
•
Illuminated
remote
control for use with
your VCR.
As an ENERGYSTARe Partner,
HITACHI Home
Electronics
(America),
Inc. has determined
that this
product meets the ENERGYSTAR® guidelines
for
energy efficiency.
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS
(AMERICA),
INC.
1855 Dornoch
Court,
San Diego, CA 92173,
Tel. 619-661-3441
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
6740 Campobello
Road, Mississauga,
Ontario
L5N 2L8 CANADA
Tel. 905-821-4545
--
I
..-_m
i i
QR30693 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1998
Printed in Malaysia

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  • Page 1 ENERGYSTAR® guidelines energy efficiency. HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (AMERICA), INC. HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC. 1855 Dornoch Court, 6740 Campobello Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8 CANADA San Diego, CA 92173, Tel. 619-661-3441 Tel. 905-821-4545 QR30693 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1998 Printed in Malaysia...

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60Hz ONLY. The POWER button turns the VCR on and off, leaving the clock/timer unaffected. If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period, it is recommended that the unit be completely switched off and unplugged. Illustrated below is the label on the back of your unit.

  • Page 3: Important Safeguards

    IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In additl'on'to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. Bet, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder and accessory equipment.
  • Page 4 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding- If an outside 16 Lightning - For added protection for this video antenna or cable system is connected to the video product during a lightning storm, or when it is left product, be sure the antenna or cable system is unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug grounded so as to provide some protection against it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    PLAYBACK OPERATIONS READ ME FIRST Playback ............28 For Your Safety ..........Special Playback Effects ......30 Important Safeguards ........Shuttle Control ..........33 Customer Controls ......... Using the "SUPER INDEX" feature .... 34 Remote Operation .......... 8 Viewing the On-Screen Display ....37 Cassette Tapes ..........

  • Page 6: Customer Controls

    VCR Customer Controls Item No, Function Page POWER button Eject button Cassette compartment STOP button Shuttle ring PLAY/STILL button CHANNEL (channel up/down)/ TRACKING buttons REC/IRT button TIMER indicator Infrared receiver AUDIO IN L (mono), R jacks VIDEO IN jack To open the cover: ANT.
  • Page 7 VCR Customer Controls 23 24 25 ItemNo. Function =age AUDIO IN L, R jacks VIDEO IN jack IN FROM ANT. -- signal input OUT TO TV-- signal out to TV VIDEO OUT jack AUDIO OUT L, R jacks 28 27 26 Remote Control Customer...

  • Page 8: Remote Operation

    • Install batteries in the remote control The remote control requires two "AA" batteries. Insert your fingertip into the POWER notch push the battery compartment lid to remove it. Note: When replacing batteries, remove the old batteries and keep the POWER button depressed for 10 seconds before inserting...

  • Page 9: Cassette Tapes

    • Types Only use video cassettes with the mark in this VCR. _/n: e_,e te_ooo,*ooo _eo_e_oeou_ol e*eo_o='*ee The table shows the recording time of Recording time Types different cassettes. • To get the best quality picture, 120 min. 360 min T-120 record at standard recording...

  • Page 10: Basic Antenna Hookup []

    _/ITH THIS HOOKUP Caution YOU CAN, ..Do not connect to the • WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS mains supply socket • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL before connecting • RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER eads (see page 17, I BACK OFTVI "/5 OHM CAJOLE _ 300 OHM TO 75 OHM...

  • Page 11: Advanced Antenna Hookup --Av Hookup []

    WITH THIS HOOKUP Caution YOU CAN..mains supply socket • WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL before connecting not connect to the leads (see page 17). • RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER BACK OFTV VIDEO AUDIO ouf_ouv...

  • Page 12: Basic Cable Hookup []

    WITH THIS HOOKUP Caution Do not connect to the YOU CAN..mains supply socket • WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS before connecting • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL leads (see page 17). • RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER OUTLET BACKOF "rv WALL...
  • Page 13 WITH THIS HOOKUP Caution Do not connect to the YOU CAN..mains supply socket • WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS before connecting • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL leads (see page 17), • RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER I BACK OFVCR Advanced Hookup with Cable:...
  • Page 14 /VITH THIS HOOKUP Caution YOU CAN ..Do not connect to the • WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS mains supply socket I • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL before connecting YOU CAN'T..leads (see page 17. • RECORD ONE CHANNEL WHILE YOU WATCH ANOTHER ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX.

  • Page 15: Advanced Cable Hookup --With Cable Box []

    Caution WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN..Do not connect to the I • WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS mains supply socket • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL before connecting leads {see page 17). YOU CAN'T..• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX.

  • Page 16: ;_ Advanced Cable Hookup --With Cable Box And Splitter []

    NITH THIS HOOKUP Caution Do not connect to the YOU CAN..mains supply socket • WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS before connecting • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL leads (see page 17). • RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER TO RECORD, ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX.
  • Page 17 • Setting the channel and clock automatically Switch on at the mains supply socket after completely connecting leads, Please refer to page 10 to 16 on "HOOKUP" sections. The VCR will be in the standby mode at this stage• Press the POWER button on the VCR to start the auto install•...

  • Page 18: Setting The Clock-Automatic Mode

    Llote: An antenna or cable must be connected to the VCR before you begin this operation. I "13ps You'll need to set the clock when first hooking up your VCR, and any time the power goes out more than 30 seconds. When you first plug in the VCR or after a power outage, the clock display will read "...

  • Page 19: Setting The Clock- Time Zone Setting/Daylight Saving Time Setting

    • What to do if the displayed time drifts from the current time by more than an hour Note: Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (3 or 4)• Or, if you are hooked up with an audio/video cable, set the TV to AUX or VIDEO.

  • Page 20: Setting The Clock- Manually

    • To set the clock Pressthe GUIDE button. GUIDE The main on-screen menu will appear on the TV screen. You may view all the on-screen instructions in English, French, or Spanish. When you first set up your VCR, it will be set to English.
  • Page 21 eooeeeoomQeeoo,o.o.teeteo_.ooD*,p ° _eQoeoQeooeeemomo Press the _ cursor button to select the minutes, and then press&or • cursor button to change the minutes, -CURSOR _,me _ _m_Qt _oeot Jeile_oe_ Press the ), cursor button to select MONTH, and then press the & or • cursor button to GUIDE change the month.

  • Page 22: Pre-Tuning The Vcr Tuner

    Note: An antenna or cable must be connected to the VCR before you begin this operation. • Presetting the received channels without using a cable box (Hookups or [_) Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR. POWER oooeoooeolooooOo_oooeoooo,,eeoooeQo,o,oeaooo*e,,ioo_eo Turn on the TV and select the video channel (3 or 4).
  • Page 23 • When automatic presetting of channels are finished Press the CH (channel) button (or numbered buttons) to check the channels you can receive. Note: If no channels have been set or a clear picture does not appear, check the antenna or cable connection. SelectChannel N7"...
  • Page 24 • To add or erase channels _++_ +,P,,ImLI_ _ The auto channel set procedure may memorize channels that are blank, have snowy pictures, or interference. You may skip these channels by erasing them. Very weak stations might not be mernorized at all.
  • Page 25 • Auto blue setting Turn on the TV and select the video channel (3 or 4). Or, if you are hooked up with an audio/video cable, set the TV to AUX or VIDEO. Press the GUIDE button. The main on-screen menu will ..
  • Page 26 The following setup allows the VCR channel to automatically switch to the cable box output channel during delayed recording. Note: This setup should be performed if you receive all channels through a cable box. (Hookups or []). video channel 13 or 41. Or, if you are hooked up with an audio/video cable, set the "IV to...
  • Page 27 VCR channel will automatically switch 0000 to the cable box output channel. ¢f} HITACHI JQo_J_eo_oee Using the VCR remote, press the • or • cursor button to enter the cable box output channel numbers. S_CT OUTPUT CHANNEL OF_IECABLE BOX ..

  • Page 28: Playback

    • To playback a recorded tape Turn on the TV and select the video channel (3 or 4). Or, if you are hooked up with an audio/video cable, set the TV to AUX or VIDEO. toooloooeooQeoo0eeeeoeo_eooe,ooeeeooe, • emoe.eoo The power comes on automatically and the tape indicator lights on the display,...
  • Page 29 • Rewinding or fast forwarding a tape at high speed Rlmll This function rewinds or fast-forwards T-120 tape for about 83 seconds. This time period will vary for different types of tape, PO_RR _000 then press it again. To stop the tape, press the STOP Press the REW or F.FWD button, button.

  • Page 30: Special Playback Effects

    • If noise bars appear on the TV screen during the PAUSE mode, first set the VCR to the SLOW mode by pressing the SLOW button duping playback HITACHI and then press the CH (_) button on the remote control to minimize noise bars (see page 31).
  • Page 31 • Press PLAY and REW, then hold REW for backward search at a higher speed. • Press PLAY and F.FWD, then hold F.FWD for forward search at a higher speed. HITACHI • Release REW or F.FWD to return to normal playback.
  • Page 32 II Choosing a mode for audio playback The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorciedon the linear track, To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a stereo television or amplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks {see page 56).

  • Page 33: Shuttle Control

    • Using the shuttle ring The shuttle feature lets you control all the playback functions -- PLAY, PAUSE, SLOW MOTION, and SEARCH --_ using one convenient ring. ____i ,/_,_,_ ' ,_ How to use the shuttle ring. REVERSE m FORWARD Turn the shuttle ring during PLAY/PAUSE playback or still playbaCk (pause).

  • Page 34: Using The "Super Index" Feature

    Tape bar correctly if tapes which have scratches or are slack are being used. HITACHI Vth;sis tl_e ;rogr am ";ou "v_ere .... looking for, press the PLAY PLay /' button for normal playback. • To stop the index search before an index mark is reached, press the STOP button.
  • Page 35 • Locating the beginning of a blank section (BLANK SEARCH) This function searches for a non-recorded section of remaining tape, or unused tape, and stops the tape when it locates such a section. Notes: • BLANKSEARCHcannotbeoperatedwithacassettewithoutasafetytab. • BLANK SEARCH may not operate when a blank section lasts no more than five minutes.
  • Page 36 While playing back your tape you can skip forward by pressing the (VIEW/SKIP/BLANK) button, P0V_R _000 The tape will search ahead for about a minute and then resume playing, - VIEW/SKIP/ - BLANK ." FFTFU D fTL T: o ® ® HITACHI...

  • Page 37: Viewing The On-Screen Display

    • Switching between the clock, time counter and time of remaining tape Press DISPLAY while the on-screen display is displayed. The on-screen display switches in the order below together with the VCR's display. Press the DISPLAY button to see the DISPLAY STOP CH03 clock.

  • Page 38: Index With The Time Counter

    • To find specific sections on a tape IIIIIIIII I I I Indexing with the Time Counter You can set the time counter to memorize a certain point in the video programming, and you can return to that point automatically. Press the DISPLAY button two or DISPLAY The counter will appear in the I_I'L|...

  • Page 39: Recording A Program

    (_ I(_) (D (E Press the CH (A/V) select the channel you want button - 10e/Era to record. TAPESPEED Example: Select channel 8" HITACHI II L/_I_ • for channel 124. lO0/ENTand(_ and(_ "_I m/L3L/_ oooeeeeelolleoeeeeeeeeeeeeoeeelJeeeeeeoeeeeleoeeoeeee°...
  • Page 40 iiiiii]nllllllll Pressthe REC button on the remote control or the REC/IRT button on the VCR. Recording will start. The _ indicator on the VCR will appear "_ and REC/IRT button will light red. Notes: • Recording will not start unless v',_ the cassette has the safety tab NO TAB IS ON THIS TAPE...

  • Page 41: Recording Tips

    • To watch one program while recording another Once you have set the VCR for recording, press the VCR/rV button. PGW_ _000 The VCR indicator disappears, Now, you will be viewing through your TV only. Switch channels using your TV, _oeo,l_oo_eeoo _motow_ ooooooeo_e_eoe_e_...
  • Page 42 • To record a Second Audio Program (SAP) Some stations transmit a Second Audio Program - such as in a second language. If a station broadcasts in SAP, the SA indicator will display on your "IV screen. You can set the VCR to record a second audio program by activating the SAP option.

  • Page 43: Instant Recording Timer

    • Using the Instant Recording 33mer (IRT) ,_Be,_, ..iill, T ..The Instant Recording Timer (REC/IRT button on the VCR) will let you make a simplified timer recording without having to use the programming timer. In order to set the IRT properly the clock must be set before starting. Follow the steps O through O _ J[_---_ pagesOn...

  • Page 44: Delayed Recording

    • bfi, • Setting the VCR to record later Note: The cassette safety With the delayed recording feature, you can set this VCR so that it tab must be in place in order automatically turns on and records programs whenever you like - without to record.
  • Page 45 EXAMPLE: Set the VCR to record "one time", a program on Channel 8 that starts at 6:00 PM and records for 30 minutes on 7/10/99, at the EP recording speed. Press the )+cursor button to I0:1 ]._I I II k_]:i 'Jtll; r;:l'++t_ I select the minutes, and then press p_¥/ the •...
  • Page 46 POWER - CURSOR O Press the PROGRAM button to set PROGRAM ..the program in memory. " " FOR TIMERRECORD_ Note: If program is overlap, the VCR ..G) ® TURNPOWER OFF, gives you an error message that ® ® PROGRAM disappears from the screen in about 5...

  • Page 47: Using The Vcr Plus+ System For Recording

    • About the VCR Plus+ system This handy feature makes timed recording a snap. You don't need to enter the specific channel, date, time, or duration of a program. All you enter is its PlusCode programming number- a number of up to eight digits. This special code is easy to find in your favorite TV program guide or daily newspaper.

  • Page 48: With The Vcr Plus+ System

    This setup should be performed if you are using an Antenna or Cable without a cable box. (Hookups [_, [_, or r_.) if you receive all your channels through a cable box (Hookups [_, [] or _G_)please refer to page 26"cable box setup" in "First Time Setup"...
  • Page 49 PROGRAM digit, press the CLEAR button and enter the correct one. CLEAR Press the ENTER button to store HITACHI the PlusCode number in the VCR's ENTER memory Types of Delayed Recordings ONE TIME Records one show at a particular date and time.
  • Page 50 Press the • or • cursor button to select ONE TIME, DAILY or PLAY / WEEKLY PROGRAM, and then press ENTER button. __F_-_ Note: Programming does not take effect unless you select one of these options. • CURSOR tape speed, and then press the • •...
  • Page 51 • Using the VCR Plus+ system to record a program (by using VCR's display) You can use the VCR Plus+ system to program the timer, observing the VCR's display, without turning on the power to the VCR and TV. Notes: •...
  • Page 52 IlIIl| complete your programming 11-7.-11-7_ continue with additional ILl C1_1¥ Press the PROGRAM button to programs. The delayed recording indicator recording I (Delayed indicator) will display on the VCR and TIMER indicator will light up. This tells you that the VCR will automatically record at the times and dates you have programmed.

  • Page 53: Program Review

    _v®_II ........__J/ PrasstheVcursorbuttonforthe °'_ .._" HITACHI II PROGRAM REVIEW option, and then press the ENTER. This brings up the screen setting "_ for the first program. ff you want to clear this program, press the (_ button to remove...

  • Page 54: Programming The Vcr Remote To Control Your Tv

    "IV Brand andthis "rv Brand andthis remote button: remotebutton remotebutton remotebutton H_tachi Gold star 1 Panasonic 1 CH& HITACHI 2 DISPLAY Zenith Toshiba Mitsubishi Sony G'old star 2 t00/ENT Magnavox Panasonic 2 Sharp 1' VOL (UP) Sanyo Sharp 2 Note: If your TV brand is not listed on the Set-Up Chart, try all the buttons listed in the chart until the TV changes channels.

  • Page 55: Programming The Vcr Remote To Control Your Cable Box

    The VCR remote control can be programmed to control many cable boxes that are remote controlled. can easily change channels, Turn on the cable box. Cablebox Cable ...." Cablebox cable box' POWER CkTV _C)OC L_ CAW Press and hold CATV nCATV_ button.

  • Page 56: Integrating Your Stereo System With Your Vcr

    -- STOP L1 il selection you wish to record. Turn on stereo, and start the OCS-- STEREO HITACHI control to start recording. or REC button on the remote "P*re,_sth e ST()P "bu_tont recording. o st o; ..... i°...

  • Page 57: Copying Tapes From A Camcorder

    Press the REC, then PAUSE buttons on the VCR remote control. The VCR will go into Record/Pause. HITACHI ooeOeoeoeeooo oeeeeoeeoloeoeeeeDooo oeoooeoeeooeeeeOOlO Press the PLAY button on the camcorder tape being played on the TV. camcorder. You will see the .==._...

  • Page 58: Vcr (Dubbing)

    Hookup If you have two VCRs, you may use one VCR to record a tape that is being played back in the other VCR, PLAYBACK VCR-2 (Playback VCR) Seethe Basicor AdvancedHookup Diagramsfor VCRand TV Insert a prerecorded tape RECORD VCR-1 (Recording VCR) Advanced Hookup:...

  • Page 59: Problem Guide/_._ Maintenance

    • Problem guide III III • Make sure the VCR is plugged into an AC outlet. No power Remote control doesn't work Make sure the batteries are fresh, and properly installed. • SafeWtabhasbeenremovedfromcassette(VCRwillautomatically Won't record eject the tape). • Make sure the TV/VCR switch is set to the VCR mode• Won't play back •...

  • Page 60: Guide Indications In Vcr Display

    • Guide indications in VCR display and OSD screen The following indications appear in the VCR display and OSD screen to tell _outhe current status of your VCR. Indication When it appears Meaning and troubleshooting When • The VCR clock has been set to "- - : --", programming timer...

  • Page 61: Technical Specifications

    Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Hitachi Service Hotline Authorized Hitachi service facilities are available throughout the US and Canada. For the location nearest to you, call the Hitachi Service Hotline at one of these numbers: In the continental U.S.A...

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