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Important Safeguards and Precautions
Before Using
Congratulations
on your new purchase! With proper use, this
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, FIRE, INJURY TO PERSONS OR DAMAGE TO
dependable product will provide years of
THIS PRODUCT, READ AND RETAIN ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE PRODUCT.
(Serial number is on tag on back of VCR.)
INSTALLATION
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
• Date of Purchase
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
Operate only from a power source indicated on the unit
• Dealer Purchased From
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
or in this manual. If necessary, have your Electric Utility
so as to provide some protection against built up static
Service Company or Video Products Dealer verify the
• Dealer Address
charges and voltage surges. Part 1
NEC
- NATIONAL
power source in your home.
ELECTRICAL CODE
of the Canadian Electrical Code, in
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
• Dealer Phone No.
WIRE
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
USA Section 810 of the National
GROUND
PV-454S-K
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
CLAMP
• Model No.
As a safety feature, this Video product comes with
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
provides information with respect to
ELECTRIC
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
either a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider
SERVICE
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
proper grounding of the mast and
EQUIPMENT
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
• Serial No.
than the other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
GROUND CLAMPS
supporting structure, grounding of the
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit,
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
Accessories
connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit,
grounding electrode.
have an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
Remote Control
defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
An outside antenna system should be located well away from
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
EUR7723KA0
power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it will never
come into contact with these power sources if it should happen
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding outlet.
to fall. When installing an outside antenna, extreme care should
If necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet.
be taken to avoid touching power lines, circuits or other power
Do not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
sources as this could be fatal. Because of the hazards involved,
3 POWER CORD
antenna installation should be left to a professional.
Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not
USING THE VIDEO UNIT
likely to have anything rest on them, roll over them, or
If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location, refer
be in the way of walking traffic. If an extension cord is
used, make sure it also has either a polarized or
first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
grounded plug and that the cords can be securely
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
connected. Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged
2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
or cracked wire insulation are hazardous and should be
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by
replaced by a qualified service technician.
a qualified service technician before use.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards
3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
and should be avoided.
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
before leaving the unit unused for extended periods of time,
disconnect all equipment from the power source as well as
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
the antenna and cable system.
generated during operation. If they are blocked, heat
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may
• Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE
result in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes.
if liquid has been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug
For protection, follow these rules:
the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician.
Loading the Batteries
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in use,
Fire and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts
caused by liquid contact inside.
or operate the unit when placed on a bed, sofa, rug,
• Never drop or push any object through openings in the
or other soft surface.
unit. Some internal parts carry hazardous voltages and
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or
contact can cause electric shock or fire hazard.
rack, unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN
as this may cause electrical interference.
Keep all magnets away from electronic equipment.
TEMPERATURE CHANGES
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or
radiator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc..
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of
6 CLEANING THE UNIT
extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly
Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth
moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may
to gently remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids,
condense in the unit and on the tape.
aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or seep into the unit
and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax,
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
• Do not place unsecured equipment on a
adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface. Exposure to
greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
sloping surface.
• Do not place this unit on any support
SERVICE
that is not firm, level, and adequately
1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
strong. The unit could fall causing
If, after carefully following the detailed operating
Battery replacement caution
serious injury to a child or adult and
instructions, this Video product does not operate properly,
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
damage to the unit.
do not attempt to open or remove covers, or make any
• Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
• An appliance and cart combination should be moved
adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit
and contact a qualified service technician.
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by
combination to overturn.
the manufacturer, or those having the same safety
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure
• Carefully follow all operating instructions and use the
characteristics as the original parts. The use of unauthorized
manufacturer's recommended accessories when
substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
Break off the tab to
operating this unit or connecting it to any other
3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM A SAFETY CHECK
equipment.
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
prevent recording.
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as described
in the manufacture's service literature to ensure that the
video unit is in safe operating condition.
Safety Precautions
Record Tab
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
Screw driver
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Record/Playback Time
FCC WARNING :
Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this
Only use tapes with the
equipment would void the user's authority to operate.
Tape Speed
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may
Setting
CAUTION
T120
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
SP
2 Hours
(Standard Play)
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
operation and maintenance of this unit has been included.
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
SLP
6 Hours
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
(Super Long Play)
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PV-454S-K Basic-2 (031219) new form.p65
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LSQT0819A (E) Basic OP - Back
Connections / Initial Setup (Ready to Play)
Make all cable or antenna connections before plugging into an AC outlet.
Head Cleaning
Plugging the VCR Power Cord into an AC wall outlet starts auto channel and clock set.
Old or damaged tapes may clog heads.
Video Head Clog Sensor
Connecting (Select a method)
Screen-right appears during
For ANT./Cable ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ VCR ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ TV
V I DEO HEADS MAY
play if clogging is detected.
NEED CLEAN I NG
PLEASE I NSERT HEAD
To remove screen, press PLAY.
CLEAN I NG CASSETTE
OR REFER TO MANUAL
1
Connect cable from
• Use "dry" type head
END
: PLAY
cleaning cassette only.
Antenna/Cable to VCR's IN
(Part No. NV-TCL30PT is recommended.)
FROM ANT. jack.
• Follow cleaning tape instructions carefully.
Excessive use of tape can shorten head life.
2
Connect VCR's OUT TO TV
jack to TV's ANT. IN jack
Built-in Head Cleaner
with included RF Cable.
A clean video head helps produce a clear picture.
So, we have equipped your VCR with a built-in, non-
For DSS/Cable Box ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ VCR ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ ➛ TV
chemical head cleaning system that helps prevent
Batteries 2 "AA"
clogging of the video heads. Cleaning is performed
Connect your cable box's OUT
1
each time you load or unload a video cassette.
• This feature is preventative only, If your video
jack to the VCR's IN FROM
heads are seriously clogged, consider the use of
ANT. jack with an RF cable.
a chemical non-abrasive head cleaning kit or
take your VCR to a Servicentre (p.12).
2
Connect VCR's OUT TO TV
RF Coaxial Cable
LSJA0418
Cleaning the VCR
jack to TV's ANT. IN jack with
included RF Cable.
Use soft, dry cloth or dusting attachment of a
vacuum to remove dust from all cabinet vent
holes. You may moisten cloth with non-abrasive,
Initial Setup (Ready to Play)
antistatic cleaner/ polisher.
Caution:
1
Alcohol and various solvents could damage finish.
Turn TV on and tune to channel 3.
2
Plug VCR Power Cord into AC wall outlet.
Specifications
VCR comes on and SELECT LANGUAGE
Power Source:
120 V AC, 60 Hz
screen appears. When one of "1", "2", "3"
Power Consumption:
Power On
keys is pressed, auto channel and clock set
Approx. 18 W
starts.
Power Off
• If screen below does not appear...
Approx. 0.95 W
1) Open cover.
check all connections.
Video Signal:
EIA Standard NTSC colour
Video Recording
4 rotary heads helical
Try tuning TV to channel 4.
System:
scanning system
• To change VCR's output channel, please
Audio Track:
1 track (Normal)
refer to "VCR's Output Channel" (p. 11).
2 channel (Hi-Fi Audio Sound)
• If wrong language is set, do "Reset All VCR
2) Insert batteries as
Tuner
Memory Functions" (p. 10).
marked.
Broadcast Channels: VHF 2 ~ 13, UHF 14 ~ 69
CABLE Channels:
Midband A ~ I (14 ~ 22)
Plug VCR Power plug into an AC wall outlet.
Superband J ~ W (23 ~ 36)
Hyperband AA ~ EEE
(37 ~ 64)
Select language
Lowband A-5 ~ A-1 (95 ~ 99)
SELECT LANGUAGE
Special CABLE channel 5A (01)
Press 1 : English
ENGL I SH
:PRESS
1
Ultraband 65 ~ 94, 100 ~ 125
3) Close cover.
Press 2 : French
Operating
FRANÇA I S
:APPUYER
2
ESPAÑOL
:OPR I M I R
3
Press 3 : Spanish
Temperature:
5 °C ~ 40 °C (41 °F ~ 104 °F)
Operating Humidity: 10 % ~ 75 %
Weight:
2.3 kg (5.1 lbs).
Dimensions:
360 (W) x 93 (H) x 240 (D) mm
14-3/16" (W) x 3-11/16" (H) x
9-7/16" (D) inch
Note: Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
To record again
Features for a Quality Picture
CANCEL : STOP
Digital Auto Picture
Automatically controls the video output signal for
less noise depending on the tape condition.
Digital Auto Tracking
AUTO CLOCK SET
Continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for
Cover the hole
optimum picture quality.
PROCEEDING
with cellophane
tape.
Manual Tracking Control
(to reduce picture noise)
CANCEL : STOP
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to
reduce picture noise.
If you use a cable box, turn it on and set it to the
Press CH (TRACKING)
/
on the remote
Public Broadcasting Station (PBS) channel in
control or on the VCR until the picture clears up.
your time zone. If you use a DSS receiver, it
mark in this unit.
To return to Auto Tracking, press POWER off,
must be turned off.
then on again a few seconds later.
Type of Video Cassette
Notes
T160
T180
• Function buttons are void during Initial Setup.
2 Hours
• To eject a tape during Auto Set, press EJECT
3 Hours
40 Minutes
on remote or STOP twice on VCR.
Then make settings manually. (See p. 11.)
V-Lock Control
8 Hours
9 Hours
(to reduce picture jitter)
• If Auto Clock Set takes more than 30 minutes,
In Still mode, CH (TRACKING)
/
operate as a
press STOP and perform settings manually.
V-Lock control.
(See p. 11.)
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Playback / Record on a Tape
Playback a Tape
Record on a Tape
1
1
.
Insert a tape
Insert a tape with a record tab (p. 3).
• Loose or peeling labels
• VCR power comes on. "VCR" lights on
may cause tape jam.
Multi Function Display.
VCR
IN FROM ANT.
• VCR power comes on. "VCR" lights
If Auto VCR/TV (see p. 10 of Advanced
TV
on Multi Function Display.
Operations book) is set to "OFF," press
1
If Auto VCR/TV (see p. 10 of
VCR/TV until "VCR" lights on the Multi
IN from
ANT./CABLE
Advanced Operations book) is set to
Function Display.
"OFF," press VCR/TV until "VCR"
lights on the Multi Function Display.
2
OUT TO TV
Press CH
or NUMBER keys
2
to select the channel.
2
Press PLAY to play tape.
VHF/UHF
• If channel number is over 100, first press 100
• If tape has no rec. tab (p. 3), auto play begins.
key then the other 2 digits.
• For "LINE" input, see p. 9 of "Advanced
Special Features During Play
Operations" book.
Forward/Reverse Scene Search
TV
VCR
IN FROM ANT.
Cable TV
3
➛ Press FF or REW.
Converter Box
Press SPEED to set record speed (p. 3).
➛ Press PLAY to release.
• SP = Standard Play
• SLP = Super Long Play
After search has begun, each additional
IN from
press of FF or REW changes speed.
ANT./CABLE
1
OUT TO TV
4
Press REC to start recording.
Notes
2
• To edit, press PAUSE/SLOW to pause, and
VHF/UHF
• Picture interruption may occur with some TVs.
again to resume recording.
• FF and REW search speed may vary depending
on current tape position.
5
• After 10 minutes in search mode, VCR returns to
Press STOP to stop recording.
Play mode to protect the tape and the video
heads.
One Touch Recording
Still (Freeze) Picture
(recording in progress)
Over tightening "Nut type" RF coaxial cables
➛ Press PAUSE/SLOW.
Press REC repeatedly to set length as follows:
may damage jacks. Finger tighten only.
➛ Press PLAY to release.
30 min.
1 hr.
4:00
exit.
Slow Motion Picture
The VCR shuts off at the length set.
3
➛ Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
Settings are made automatically.
Record one station, watch another
➛ Press PLAY to release.
When complete, this screen appears.
Press VCR/TV
("VCR" goes out on Multi Function Display),
Notes
select channels on TV (recording continues).
• These features work best in SP or SLP mode.
Select channels on VCR
• The sound will be muted.
Press VCR/TV in Stop or Pause mode.
• To reduce picture noise, see "Manual
("VCR" lights on Multi Function Display),
Tracking Control" on p. 3.
select channels on VCR.
• After 3 minutes in Still or Slow mode, VCR
stops to protect the tape and the video heads.
If "AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE"
Notes
appears, manually set clock (below).
3
• Watching one channel and recording
Press STOP to stop tape.
another is not possible when using Cable
Box or DSS Receiver.
Rapid Rewind/FF
• After 5 minutes in Pause mode, VCR stops to
AUTO CLOCK SET
protect the tape and the video heads.
Press REW or FF in Stop mode to
IS I NCOMPLETE
rewind or fast forward tape.
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
• Rewinds a T-120 tape in approx. 1 minute.
PRESSING ACT I ON KEY
Press EJECT on remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject tape.
This video recorder, equipped with HQ
Manual Clock Set
(High Quality) system, is compatible with
If Auto Clock Set was incomplete.
existing VHS equipment. Only use tapes
with the
mark. Only tapes tested and
1
Press ACTION* on remote to display
inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8 hour
CLOCK menu.
machines are recommended.
SET CLOCK
1 / 1/2004
THU--
12:00PM
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Auto Operation Functions
DST : ON
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Auto Play
SELECT :
SET :
Insert a tape
Power comes on
Play starts if there is no record tab (see p. 3).
END
: ACT I ON
Auto Rewind
2
Press
to select the month and
to set.
Play
Tape end
Rewind
Stop
In the same manner, select and set the
Fast Forward
date, year, time, and DST (Daylight Saving
Play Auto Eject
Time).
(Repeat Play must be off)
Play
Tape end
Rewind
Stop
Tape ejects if there is no record tab
SET CLOCK
6 /20/2004
SUN-
1 5:30PM
-
DST : ON
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*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
SELECT :
SET :
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
START
: ACT I ON
3
Press ACTION to start clock and exit.
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2003/12/22, 15:28
Timer Recording
Timer Recording
1
Press PROG* to display program screen.
Example
2
1) Press .
P DT START
STOP
CH SPD
1
-- --:-- --:-- --
--
Today
2 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
2) Set record DATE,
3 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
4 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
press
to select:
31
8
9
1
2
6
1~31= one time,
SELECT :
SET :
END
: PROG
or DAILY= Monday~Friday,
SELECT
/
Selection Order
7
or WEEKLY= same time
WEEKLY
WEEKLY
WEEKLY
each week (see right).
(SA)
(MO)
(SU)
3) Set remaining items,
press
to set START/ STOP times, CH (channel) or
LINE input (p. 9 of Advanced Operations book), and
tape speed (p. 3).
Then press
to select.
Press PROG to end programming.
3
To Enter More Programs
P DT START
STOP
CH SPD
1
13
2:00p
3:20p 02 SLP
Press
to select and press
to set an unused program.
2 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
3 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
4 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
Then repeat step 2. Or, press PROG to exit.
SET COMPLETED
CANCEL : ADD/DLT
SELECT :
SET :
END
: PROG
4
Press POWER off to set the timer recording. ("TIMER" lights on Multi Function Display.)
1:30
2:00
3:00
Notes
• If you are using a Cable Box, VCR Timer Programming Channel (Step 2 above) must be set to the
Cable Box output channel and your Cable Box must be manually set to the desired channel.
The Cable Box must be left on.
• If a power interruption occurs while programming the timer, the timer program(s) may be cancelled.
If "TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION" appears on-screen,
please re-enter the timer programs.
Important notes when using DSS receiver
• When recording programs via DSS receiver, DSS receiver must be left on.
• When recording programs via an antenna or cable, DSS receiver must be turned off.
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Timer Recording
Review, Replace, or Clear Program
Cancel a Timer Recording
(Recording is not in progress)
(Recording is in progress)
a
Press PROG
Press POWER and then STOP within 10
to display program screen.
seconds to cancel the Timer Recording.
b
Press
to select
(The TIMER indicator goes out on Multi
P DT START
STOP
CH SPD
1
13
2:00p
3:20p 02 SLP
desired program.
Function Display.)
2 14
7:00p
7:30p 10
SP
3 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
DAILY
4 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
CANCEL : ADD/DLT
SELECT :
SET :
END
: PROG
c
To Replace program...
1) Press
to display.
P DT START
STOP
CH SPD
1 13
2:00p
3:20p 02 SLP
2 14
7:00p
7:30p 10
SP
2) Repeat Step 2
3 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
4 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
(p. 6) to set new
programs.
SELECT :
SET :
EXIT
: PROG
or
To Clear program...
P DT START
STOP
CH SPD
Press ADD/DLT.
1
-- --:-- --:-- --
--
2 14
7:00p
7:30p 10
SP
3 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
4 -- --:-- --:-- --
--
SELECT :
SET :
END
: PROG
d
Press PROG to end the programming.
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed,
press the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
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