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- Page 2 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE To reduce risk of fire or RISK O F ELECTRIC SHOCK PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. shock hazard, do not DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates "dangerous...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
First Things First ....... i ....Setting Up the VCR ........Using the Menu to Set Up Features ....8 Language Selection ........Cable TV Setup .......... VCR Channels List ........Auto Scan for Channels ....Adding or Removing Channels ..11 Time and Date ......... - Page 4 Other Features ..........Picture Search Options ......... Forward and Reverse Search ....Slow Motion ..........Tracking ........... Time Counter .......... On-screen Displays ........Audio Setup Features ........Reception ..........Tape Playback ..........Connections ..........Connecting Youro VCR ........Jacks and Cables ........... RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) ..
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Page 5: First Things First
Welcome To Your New VCR... FIRST THINGS FIRST To help you get started using your VCR with as little reading as possible, we've put all the basic information needed in the first three sections. help you out, there's even an initial setup feature the first time you turn on your... - Page 6 Step 1: What's in the Box? The following items come packed in the box: Remote control RF coaxial cable 2 "AA" Batteries STEP 2: Install Batteries in the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your VCR remote.
- Page 7 STEP 5: Tune the TV Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing VCR Viewing Channel channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV's video input. If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors with RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH. 4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4--the channel you want to use on your TV.
- Page 8 STEP 8: Access the Menus The MENU and arrow buttons let you access, select, and change your VCR's preferences. For example, once you have finished choosing a language, it would be a good time to set the time and date. MENU The VCR's main MENU will be displayed once you are finished PROGRAM...
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Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr
On-screen Guide and Additional Setup Features ¥ Below is a list of setup features that you need to set up before using your VCR for the first time. SETTING UP THE VCR Select a Language Cable/Antenna Selection Setup for a Cable Set up the Antenna Set time and Date... -
Page 10: Using The Menu To Set Up Features
Using the Menu to Set Up Features You can set up your VCR's features by using the remote control's buttons to enter your choices from on-screen instructions. Each menu item is explained in this section. There are a few setups that need to be completed before other features can be used. -
Page 11: Cable Tv Setup
Cable TV Setup This setup applies only when you have cable television. To select between a regular TV antenna and a cable input: Press MENU on the remote control to display the VCR's main MENU. MENU PROGRAR SELECT=(A• ENTER) END=(HENU) Use the •... -
Page 12: Vcr Channels List
VCR Channels List Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory, but you will probably want to add or delete channels depending on personat preference, and whether channels are active in your area. If you have cable television, you will want to set the antenna for CATV (see previous page). -
Page 13: Adding Or Removing Channels
The VCR begins scanning for the available channels--this takes about one to-two minutes. If you have CATV selected, then the VCR searches for cable channels. If you have TV selected, then the VCR searches for local broadcast stations. When the scan is complete, the VCR will blink the OFF selection under the AUTO SCAN selection. -
Page 14: Time And Date
RERORY TV/CATV CATV AUTO SCAN O_rF --CH - -r,m PUSH KEYSi SELECT=(AV) END=(MENU) Use the 0-9 buttons on the remote control to enter the channel you wish to remove. The cursor will blink for a moment over the ERASE CH header and then return to the -- prompt. -
Page 15: Second Audio Program
CLOCK TIME DATE YEAR SELECT=(&•4 ") END=(MENU) Use the &v arrow keys on the remote control to scroll through the time until the right hour is selected (including AM or PM). Use the arrow buttons to select minutes, month and date, and finally the year using the arrow buttons to scroll to the right number. -
Page 17: Vcr Basics
Learning the Basics to Get You Started These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning to use the remote control functions, play a recorded tape, and record a program will help you get the most out of your VCR. -
Page 18: Remote Control Buttons
Remote Control Buttons (In alphabetical order) AUDIO SEL toggles the VCR's audio output between Stereo, Mono L, and Mono R. CHANNEL Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel INPUT_ in the VCR's channel memory. Also used to scroll up and down _"_WER TIMER through... -
Page 19: Playing A Tape
SHIFT Used to move a cursor right and left in on-screen display choices. SLOW Used for slow-motion playback. Pressing this button second time slows playback more. SP.EP Selects a recording speeds Standard Play (SP) or Extended Play (EP). STOP Stops the current VCR function such as record, playback, rewind, or fast forward. -
Page 20: Automatic Rewind
Automatic Rewind The VCR automatically rewinds a tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. Tape Eject Press STOPeEJECT on the VCR (EJECT on the remote) when a tape is stopped to eject it. A tape can be ejected even when the VCR is turned off. -
Page 21: Recording
Several Recording Options Now that you've gone through the basic steps ¥ necessary to operate your VCR, it's time to explain the different advanced recording features available to suit your needs. Recording Features on your VCR include: ¥ Recording (explained the VCR Basics section) OTR Recording... -
Page 22: Otr Recording
Recording Features There are three ways to record programs: Recording- pressing one button to start recording program (see VCR Basics section). OTR Recording- starts recording a program already being watched, and automatically stops the recording after a designated period of time. 13mer Recording-- automatically starts and stops a... -
Page 23: Timer Recording
Timer Recording You can set up as many as six timer recording programs. Press MENU on the remote control to display the VGR's main MENU. The PROGRAM selection should be highlighted. Press the ENTER button on the remote control. PROGRAM DATE •... -
Page 24: Stopping A Timer Recording
Finally, set the speed of the recording to either Standard Play (SP) or Extended Play (EP). You can either use the SP°EP button on the remote control to do this, or highlight the SPD field in the PROGRAM menu using the <P, arrow buttons the remote and using the Av arrow buttons on the remote control to toggle between the two speeds. -
Page 25: Recording Broadcast Stereo Or Sap (Second Audio Program) Tv
Recording Broadcast Stereo or SAP (Second Audio Program) TV Programs Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP (Second Audio Program). Line Input Channel Explained Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel If you have trouble understanding the concept of the Line Input, see (either 3, 4, or TV's video input). -
Page 26: Playing Back Audio Only
Playing Only Back Audio To get stereo sound, connect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the back of the VCR to the appropriate input on your amplifier or receiver. Do not use the phono input. Refer to your amplifier or receiver user's guide. -
Page 27: Other Features
Features to Enhance VCR Operation ]]me Counter On-Screen Displays Audio Reception • Audio Playback 15 OTHER FEAT... -
Page 28: Picture Search Options
Picture Search Options The most basic way to search during playback is using the FWD or REV buttons on the remote control. This section contains other options available for searching a tape. Forward and Reverse Search You can search a tape during playback. -
Page 29: Tracking
Tracking Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes interference like streaks or "snow" from the picture. Automatic tracking activated when you insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a different VCR. -
Page 30: On-Screen Displays
On-screen Displays :30:00 • The INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP = I, MINUTES SECONDS PLAY = ,, RECORD = e, etc.), channel number, time counter, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. -
Page 31: Reception
Reception Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a Second Audio Program (SAP) which offers a second language. The reception feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record. Select SAP to record a Second Audio Program instead of normal audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks. -
Page 32: Tape Playback
Tape Playback The VCR records the same audio on both Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on a separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a stereo television amplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks. -
Page 33: Connections
Things to Know Before Connecting Components ¥ Protect Your Components from Power Surges Connect all components before plugging power cords into the wall outlet. Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables. Position Cables Correctly to Avoid... -
Page 34: Connecting Youro Vcr
Connecting Your VCR Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR. Jacks and Cables RF Jacks Coaxial Cables (F-type) The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, and must be used if audio/video connections are not available your TV. -
Page 35: Choosing A Vcr Connection
Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, and if you have a cable box, and whether some of the channels are scrambled, and maybe you have a satellite receiver along with cable (but no cable box), or a satellite receiver and no cable or... -
Page 36: Tv With Rfjack Only
TV with RFJack Only This connection assumes: You are connecting antenna, cable, or cable box system. Your television has only an RF input jack. This connection provides: Mono sound playback from VCR. Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). To use this connection, you must have: (1) coaxial cable for cable or antenna connection;... -
Page 37: Tv With Audionideo Jacks
TV with Audio/Video Jacks This connection assumes: You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system. Your television has audio/video jacks. This connection provides: Hi-Fi stereo sound playback from VCR. Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). To use this connection, you must have: (1) coaxial cable for cable/antenna... -
Page 38: Unscramble Pay Channels Only
TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only This connection assumes: You are using a cable box only to unscramble premium channels. Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: Hi-Fi stereo sound playback from the VCR. Recording a scrambled or unscrambled... -
Page 39: Reference
This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit's controls displays. You will also find the section, Troubleshooting Tips, in this Appendix. These areas might help resolve some of those simple problems. Finally, this section of the manual also contains... -
Page 40: Front Panel
Front Panel Remote Sensor AUDIO (R and L mono) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select "L" to record from these jacks. CHANNEL Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. -
Page 41: Display Panel
Display Panel •O0"OL-,'. Appears when digital tracking is activated by the VCR. TIME The current time appears. AM and PM indicators appear with the time. TIME COUNTER This shows the actual amount of time a segment of a recorded tape has used. This counter helps locate the beginning or end of programs taped. -
Page 42: Back Panel
Back Panel Auo_ v,oEo OA_TI R-OOT L CH.31CH.4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups (Does not apply if you use the A/V hook ups to connect the VCR to the TV). -
Page 43: Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips No power Check to make sure the VCR is plugged into a working outlet. Check to make sure your connections are correct. VCR does not respond to remote Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote. - Page 44 Troubleshooting Tips (Cont.) Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions tape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again.
- Page 45 Troublesho oting Tips (Cont.) Will not AUTO SCAN active channels correctly Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct. Check to make sure the Signal Type: TV/CATV feature is set correctly in the PRESET-> CH MEMORY menu. Check to make sure the AUTO/MANU feature is set correctly in the...
- Page 46 Troubleshooting Tips (Cont.) No stereo sound during playback Check to make sure the TAPE PLAYBACK feature is set to EIl_l to hear stereo sound during playback. The tape you are playing must be recorded in stereo in order to use the Hi-Fi feature. Must use the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks on the back of the VCR to hear stereo sound.
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Page 47: How To Find Your Tv's Video Input Channel
How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel WARNING: Your VCR's INPUT Button will not find your TV'$ You need to tune your TV to the Video Input Channel if you are VIDEO INPUT channel. using the VCR's Audio/Video OUT jacks to connect to the TV's Audio/Video INPUT jacks instead of coaxial cable. -
Page 48: Specifications
Specifications Format: Video: 4-head Record/Playback System: Audio: Hi-Fi stereo record/playback system EIA standard: NTSC color Video Signal System: Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) l_pe: Auto Programming frequency... -
Page 49: Limited Warranty
Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: Ninety days for labor charges. One year for parts. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rentat firm, whichever comes first. -
Page 50: Index
Channels List Cleaning IN Jacks Index CLK/CNTR button Jacks INFO button Connecting Components jacks Initial Setup IN Jack INPUT SELECT button Things to Know Audio Interference Connections Audio Only Recording Copying Editing Tapes Playback AUDIO Jacks Cables Audio Setup Features Audio/Video Jacks Reception... - Page 51 Other Features Enhancing Operation Safety Information Recording Choosing a Connection SAP (Second Audio Pro- Overheating gram) Cleaning Second Audio Program Connecting Second Audio Program Jacks Cables PAUSE button (SAP) Plugging Selecting Channels Picture Search Options Turning Forward Reverse Setting Up the Viewing Channel Search...
- Page 52 If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service Center from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.