Hitachi VT-FX616A Owner's Manual

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VT-FX616A

Owner's Manual

Your Complete Guide

to Videocassette Viewing

and Recording

Using these quality features:

n VHS hi-fidelity sound in playback

n Automatic tape head cleaning

n Up to 8 delayed recording programs

n Auto tracking for improved picture in playback

n Frequency synthesizer quartz tuner

n Illuminated remote control for use with your VCR and TV

n On-screen programming guide

n Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)

n VCR Plus+* programming system for easy timed recording

* VCR Plus+ C

Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is

manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

With the VCR Plus+ C

select the appropriate channel on your compatible cable box or satellite receiver.

and VCR Plus+ C

n Index Plus+* System

* INDEX Plus+ is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The INDEX Plus+ system is manufactured under license from VCR

Index Systems BV.

Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.

3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093

Tel. 770-279-5600

HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII,

INC

3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819

Tel. 808-836-3621

and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar

system, this video cassette recorder can automatically

are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

Printed in Japan

HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC

3300 Trans Canada Highway, Pointe Claire,

Quebec, H9R 1B1, CANADA

Tel. 514-697-9150

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Page 1 Up to 8 delayed recording programs n Auto tracking for improved picture in playback n Frequency synthesizer quartz tuner n Illuminated remote control for use with your VCR and TV n On-screen programming guide n Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)
Page 2: Table Of Contents
POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60 Hz ONLY. The POWER switch 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.
Page 3: Read This First
Read This First Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. You've chosen the best VCR for you, and we want to help you make the most of your purchase. Please take time to become familiar with this manual and how it is set up.
Page 4: Important Safeguards
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition 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. But, 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 5 7 Power Cord Protection -- Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 8 Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating.
Page 6 supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See example below. EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING 13 Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
Page 7: Getting Started
Be sure your chosen location allows for proper ventilation, stability, and protection from heat and moisture (see Important Safeguards). n Place the VCR near your TV but not on top of it. For convenience in using the remote control, locate them no more than three feet apart.
Page 8 Any other devices you want to include in the system (stereo, second VCR, etc.) We will guide you through the process. But first, turn the TV and the VCR around so you are looking at their backs. Note the various input and output receptacles, their shapes, and how they are labeled.
Page 9 2. Screw this round wire into the IN FROM ANT jack on the back of your VCR. 3. Using the 75 ohm cable supplied with your VCR, slide on either end to the OUT TO TV jack on the back of the VCR.
Page 10 1. Remove the antenna line from the back of your TV if it is already connected there, or take it from where it comes in on the wall. 2. Considering the three pictures below, determine which adapter you will need to hook it into your VCR. If you have Use this adapter...
Page 11: Attach The Tv And Vcr To The Power Supply
7 Set the RF or Video Channel Switch When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4.
Page 12: Getting Started (Controls)
You need to select the appropriate channel. n Turn the power on to both the TV and the VCR, and look for a switch on the back of the VCR. Set the switch to 3 or 4, whichever is not a commercial channel in your area.
Page 13: Remote Control Buttons
Try pressing the remote control's white buttons one at a time. As you press, one of the three device buttons lights up – VCR, CAM or TV. This helps you keep track of which device you are controlling at the moment.
Page 14 Objects in the Way There may be objects between the remote and the VCR – for instance, a stack of books on the coffee table, your 2-year-old child, the dog. Hold the remote so that it points at the VCR with nothing in the way.
Page 15: Vcr Controls
If you are recording on the VCR but want to watch a different channel on the TV, press the VCR/TV button to switch back and forth between the TV channel and the recording channel. VCR Controls POWER Turns VCR power on and off.
Page 16: Initial Setup Options
Your Hitachi VCR has as a special feature called the Easy Guide System. This feature guides you through simple setup and programming tasks right on the TV screen. With the TV and VCR turned on, press MENU on the remote control. You will see this screen: Now, you will do most of your programming and setup by pressing numbers on the remote control which correspond to options presented in this and other on-screen menus.
Page 17: More About Channel Selections
System. If you do not use the cable box, you need to set items 1 and 6 the first time you set up your VCR. If you receive all channels from the cable box, you need to set item 1 and item 5 the first time you set your vcr (see page 44).
Page 18: Choosing A Mode For Audio Playback
Linear sound, on the other hand, will record monaural sound using the same format as a non hi-fi VCR. Stereo programs are recorded in hi-fi on both the left and right channels and also recorded on the linear track as monaural.
Page 19 3. Use the number buttons to enter your local zip code. In this example, zip code 90001 has been entered. Then, press 100/ENT. The VCR searches for a channel which is broadcasting a TV program guide and stores the data on programs automatically. The VCR's clock is also set and the current time appears in the VCR's display.
Page 20 n It takes up to 45 minutes to pre-load program data. Do not switch TV screen off until pre- loading is finished. If the TV screen is switched mid-way, program data cannot be pre-loaded. n If a host channel is not detected, "ERROR" appears on the TV screen. Press MENU when "ERROR"...
Page 21: Setting The Clock
Setting the Clock This is easy to do and important for your later timed recordings. You'll need to set the clock when first hooking up your VCR, and any time the power goes out more than 1 hour. When you first plug in the VCR or after a power outage, the clock display will read "--:--".
Page 22: Getting Started (Video Tapes)
About Videocassette Tapes Types The best thing you can do for your VCR is use the best quality tapes available. This VCR uses VHS tapes only, which are the most common type. Look for the VHS mark on new or prerecorded tapes you buy.
Page 23: Safety Tabs Prevent Erasure
160 min. 480 min. You may have noticed that there is also an LP speed. Your Hitachi VCR does not record at this speed, but it can play cassettes that were recorded in LP mode. No special setting is required for playback.
Page 24: Basic Operations (Playback)
Practice starting and stopping a video you've rented – play it through, see how it automatically rewinds. Get a blank tape and try recording a TV show. Then you'll know how to use the VCR when you need to – or where in the manual to find the instructions you forgot. Let's go!
Page 25: To Fine Tune The Picture
If you press POWER while the tape is rewinding, the power will shut off automatically after the tape has completely rewound. Manual Rewind Press STOP and REW. The VCR rewinds the tape all the way to the beginning, then stops. Press STOP/EJECT on the VCR to release the tape. Special Playback Effects Still Playback (Pause) Press PAUSE to still the tape during play.
Page 26 If noise bars appear on the TV screen during PAUSE mode, first set the VCR to SLOW mode and then press the 1 or 4 button on the remote control to minimize the noise bars. If the screen jitters during PAUSE, press either 1 or 4 button to minimize it.
Page 27: To Find Specific Sections On A Tape
If noise bars appear on the TV screen during SLOW/STILL mode, first set the VCR to SLOW mode and then press the 1 or 4 button to minimize the noise bars. The noise bars are then eliminated automatically in the STILL mode.
Page 28: Before You Record
Basic Operations (Recording) n n n n Recording a Program Before You Record n The VCR must be hooked up properly for recording. See the Simple Hookups at the beginning of this manual. Copyright Infringement Warning Most television programs and films are copyrighted. This means that someone has legal rights governing the reproduction and distribution of this material.
Page 29: Recording Tips
To view what you are recording, press VCR/TV so that the VCR is selected – the VCR indicator will light up on the VCR's display. You'll want to do this the first few times anyway to be sure you're recording what you think you are.
Page 30: Setting The Vcr To Record Later
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 TV screen. You can set the VCR to record a second audio program by activating the SAP option through the Easy Guide System.
Page 31 Records a show at the same time every day of the week, Monday through Friday. WEEKLY Records a show at the same day and time every week. Your VCR can record up to 8 programs at different days and times, or up to 8 programs on the same day. Before You Begin Assemble the information you need for timed recording: n Be sure that the clock is set to the correct time.
Page 32: Reviewing What You Have Programmed
If using a cable box the VCR can control, turn on the cable box before the time the recording is to begin. n If using a cable box the VCR cannot control, turn on the cable box and tune it to the channel you want to record before the time the recording is to begin.
Page 33: Basic Operations (Vcr Plus + Recording)
VCR how to record or to view programs from the cable box. If your cable box can be controlled by a remote, the VCR may be able to tune it to the channel you want to record or to view.
Page 34 02 to channel 09 when you enter the correct code for your cable box. 11. Cable box tuned to channel 9: Press number 2 on the remote. Your cable box and VCR are now set for VCR Plus+ program recording. In most cases, you can use the number buttons on the remote to change the channels on your cable box.
Page 35 • Try entering all code numbers (00 - 61). Press CLEAR on remote to change incorrect entries. If none of the codes work, press MENU several times to quit. The VCR will not control your cable box. However, the output channel of the cable box has been set. Turn on the cable box and leave it tuned to the channel you want to record some time before the recording is to begin.
Page 36: Basic Operations (Index Plus+)
If using a cable box the VCR can control, turn on the cable box before the time the recording is to begin. n If using a cable box the VCR cannot control, turn on the cable box and tune it to the channel you want to record before the time the recording is to begin.
Page 37 (see pages 63 and 64) Displays on the TV screen when a tape is inserted: When you want to record or play back and insert a tape into the VCR, the following displays will appear on the TV screen.
Page 38 When a tape is inserted, this VCR automatically surveys the data on the tape type and on what programs are recorded. "PLEASE WAIT" is displayed during the survey. You cannot operate the VCR for recording and playback while "PLEASE WAIT" is displayed.
Page 39 2. Insert a tape recorded by this VCR or a tape containing directory information. The following screen will appear. n When a tape is already in the VCR, press INDEX on the remote control; the directory screen will appear. (Directory) 3.
Page 40 1. Turn the TV on and select the video channel (3 or 4). 2. Insert a tape recorded by this VCR. The following screens will appear. (When a tape is already in the VCR, press INDEX on the remote control; the directory screen will appear.
Page 41 1. Turn the TV on and select the video channel (3 or 4). 2. Insert a recorded tape. The following screens will appear. n When a tape is already in the VCR, press INDEX on the remote control; the directory screen will appear.
Page 42 4. A: Editing a title Press 100/ENT. ‚ Press CLEAR to move the character box n to the left end. ƒ Press the select button to select a character you want to enter for the title. Characters available: A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z _ ! "...
Page 43 „ Press DISPLAY to move the character box to the next digit on the right. … Repeat steps ƒ and „ to edit the title. † Press 100/ENT. B: Erasing titles or entries: Press CLEAR. ‚ Press CLEAR once again.
Page 44 n "BLANK" will appear in place of the erased entry or title if it has a recording time of 3 minutes or longer in the SP mode. n Press INDEX for regular TV viewing. Using the Tape Library function: 1. Turn the TV on and select the video channel (3 or 4). 2.
Page 45 tape numbers from the library. D. ADD PR-TAPE You can assign a tape number to a generally available prerecorded tape to manage your tape library. E. RESTORE If the tape data is erased due to a power failure, etc., use this option to restore the data. A.
Page 46 the program you want. Up to 40 characters can be input to search for a title. ƒ Press 100/ENT. The following screen will appear. You can view the selected title and the titles with the same first letter and subsequent letters after the selected title in the alphabetical order. „...
Page 47 The tape number which will be put on automatically is displayed. „ Press MENU for regular TV viewing. E. RESTORE Insert the tape recorded last into the VCR. ‚ Press MENU, then press 7. ƒ Press 5. The following screen will appear.
Page 48 Even if i is not pressed, program related information may appear automatically on the TV screen. You can print some types of program related information using a video printer. 1. Connect the VCR and printer. n Use a printer that is specified for use with the printer adapter.
Page 49 2. Turn the TV on and select the video channel (3 or 4). 3. Press i. 4. Press 100/ENT. 5. Press 1 to print the program related information. Displaying a program title and simply programming a timed recording while viewing a TV program guide: 1.
Page 50 Press 2, for example, to view the next page of the TV program guide. 4. Press the select button to select the program you want to record. Basic Operations (Index Plus+ cont.) pg. 64 5. Press 9.
Page 51 6. Press 1 to program the timer for a one-time program in this example. 7. Press MENU. The timer has been programmed for a one-time program. Cautions and Reference for the Index Plus+ System When the LIBRARY memory becomes full: If your tape library becomes full, you cannot store the data on subsequent recordings in the memory.
Page 52: Advanced Operations
This section explains how to use the VCR's remote control to operate your TV. It also shows you how to hook up a cable box and how to connect a stereo or a second VCR for a complete home entertainment system.
Page 53: Programming The Remote Control
This Hitachi remote control can be used with your TV as well as the VCR, as long as your TV comes with a remote control. This feature comes in handy – you don't have to juggle two remotes. The remote control is compatible with the fifteen makers of TV's listed below – but don't be alarmed if yours is not on our list.
Page 54: Controlling The Tv
Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Set the CH3/CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use the VCR/TV button to watch the VCR. 2. Connect as shown.
Page 55: Advanced Operations (Stereo System)
Integrating Your Stereo System There are several reasons to consider hooking up your stereo system with your TV and VCR. n If your TV does not have stereo, you can get stereo quality from your VCR by hooking it to your stereo receiver.
Page 56: Recording From Your Stereo System
Even if your TV does have stereo, you can get better sound by taking advantage of your stereo's better speakers. n You can record stereo audio on your VCR for longer play times, or use the VCR as an extra tape deck for dubbing.
Page 57: Copying Tapes From A Camcorder
A three-way cord that has both audio and video jacks Study the back of VCR2 (VT-FX616A) to find the three color-coded jacks that are labeled IN. The yellow jack is for video, red and white are for audio. Locate similar jacks on VCR1. Then, with the power off: n Connect VIDEO OUT on VCR2 to the yellow VIDEO IN on VCR1.
Page 58: Vcr Care And Servicing
IN L input on the front of the VCR. VCR Care and Servicing The VCR is fairly self-servicing, but you'll want to keep an eye on a few things as you go. In addition, you may sometimes have troubles with your VCR. We offer some suggestions for care to prevent problems, ways to troubleshoot, and places to contact when you cannot solve the problems yourself.
Page 59: Technical Specifications
VCR owners encounter. Don't Attempt Repairs Yourself Do not remove the cover or the back of the VCR – this will void the warranty and endanger your safety. The exposed uninsulated voltage in this unit may be high enough to cause electrical shock.
Page 60 No picture dur- or 4. ing playback. viewing channel? TV cannot be Is VCR remote control pro- operated by grammed for your TV? the VCR's remote control. Reset the delayed recording. Turn power off to activate the timer.
Page 61: Hitachi Service Hotline
You must state your zip code when calling This is the only mention of the G - Link connector (on the back of the VCR) in this manual. We currently have no info on what sort of signal it uses, compatibility, etc.

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