Citizen JVHS3987D User manual

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
MAGNÉTOSCOPE
TV/CATV MODE SELECTION
SELECTION DU MODE TV/CATV
If you purchase a universal remote control from your local retailer, please
contact the remote manufacturer for the required programming code.
Si vous utilisez avec cet appareil une télécommande universelle (autre que
celle vendue avec cet appareil), consultez la documentation accompagnant la
télécommande universelle afin de connaître le code numérique correspondant
à cet appareil.
ATTENTION:
When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV"
(Cable Television) mode. If not using CATV (Cable TV), set this menu option to
the "TV" mode.
Lors de la fabrication de l'appareil, l'option menu TV/CATV est réglée au mode
"CATV" (câblodistribution). Si l'on n'utilise pas le mode CATV (câblodistribution),
réglez cette option menu au mode "TV".
MODEL NO./MODELE NO: JVHS3987D
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The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found
to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television recep-
tion, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN
BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol
within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock.
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1. READ INSTRUCTIONS
All the safety and operating instructions should be
read before the unit is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS
All warnings on the unit and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS
All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. ATTACHMENTS
The manufacturer of this unit does not make any
recommendations for attachments, as they may cause
hazards.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
S3125A
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV techni-
cian for help.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the partly responsible for compliance with
the FCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate
this equipment.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE
Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a
wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
8. ACCESSORIES
Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall, causing
serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.
8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved
with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combina-
tion to overturn.
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9. VENTILATION
Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom
are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable
operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating.
These openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing
the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This unit should never be placed near or over a
radiator or heat source. This unit should not be
placed in built-in installations such as a bookcase or
rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to.
10. POWER SOURCES
This unit should be operated only from the type of
power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are
not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your appliance dealer or local power com-
pany. For units intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION
This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than
the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable
to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug If your
unit is equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type plug, a
plug having a third (grounding) pin, this plug will only
fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This too, is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-
type plug.
12. 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.
13. LIGHTNING
To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when
it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect
the antenna or cable system. This will prevent
damage to the unit due to lightning and power line
surges.
14. 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. When installing an outside
antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as
contact with them might be fatal.
15. OVERLOADING
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as
this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
Do not push objects through any openings in this unit
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short
out parts that could result in fire or electric shock.
Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.
17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected
to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is
grounded to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of
the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70,
provides information with respect to proper grounding
of the mast and 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.
18. SERVICING
Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen
into the unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit does not operate normally by
following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions, as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the unit to its normal
operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
f. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in
performance, this indicates a need for service.
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS
When replacement parts are required, be sure the
service technician uses replacement parts specified
by the manufacturer or those that have the same
characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
21. SAFETY CHECK
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
unit, ask the service technician to perform safety
checks to determine that the unit is in proper
operating condition.
22. HEAT
The product should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
23. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system
installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building,
as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
GROUND CLAMP
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
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MOISTURE CONDENSATION
DO NOT OPERATE THIS VCR FOR AT LEAST TWO
OR THREE HOURS WHEN MOISTURE IN THE AIR
CONDENSES ON THE VCR.
WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION?
When a cold liquid is poured into a glass, for example,
water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of the
glass. This is called moisture condensation.
MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE
FOLLOWING CASES;
•When you move this VCR from a cold to a warm place.
•After heating a cold room or under extremely humid
conditions.
WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDITIONS,
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet, press the POWER
button to turn on and leave the unit at room temperature
until moisture condensation disappears.
Depending on the surrounding conditions, this may take
two or three hours.
•When you finish operating the VCR, always unload
the cassette and turn off the power.
•When you leave your home for a long time, unplug the
AC power cord.
•To protect the VCR from a lightning storm, unplug the
AC power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect the
antenna.
POWER SOURCE
TO USE AC POWER SOURCE
Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on
AC. Insert the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz
polarized AC outlet.
NOTES:
1. Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the
specified voltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached
power cord only.
2. If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non-polarized
AC outlet, do not attempt to file or cut the blade. It is the
user’s responsibility to have an electrician replace the
obsolete outlet.
PRECAUTIONS
LOCATION AND HANDLE
•If you cause a static discharge when touching the VCR,
and the VCR fails to function, simply unplug the unit
from the wall outlet, wait 10 minutes and plug it back
in. The VCR should return to normal operation.
•Avoid extreme heat or cold. (41˚F/5˚C-104˚F/40˚C)
•Do not place the VCR on or near appliances which
may cause electromagnetic interference, e.g. TV,
speakers, etc. Doing so may cause erratic operation
of the VCR including picture and/or sound distortion or
noise.
•Avoid extreme moisture and dust.
•The ventilation holes prevent overheating. Do not
block or cover these holes. Especially avoid covering
the holes with soft materials such as cloth or paper.
•Do not insert fingers or any other objects into the
cassette loading slot. Do not spray cleaner or wax
directly on the VCR or use forced air to remove dust.
•Avoid places subject to strong vibration. Use in a
horizontal (flat) position only.
•Keep the VCR away from flower vases, sinks, etc.
If liquids should be spilled into the VCR, serious
damage will result. If you spill any liquids into the
VCR, unplug the AC power cord immediately and
consult qualified service personnel before attempting
to use the VCR again.
Polarized AC Cord Plug
(One blade is wider than the other)
AC Outlet
Wider Hole
and Blade
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•Open the battery
compartment cover.
•Install two "AAA"
batteries.
•Replace the cover.
High Quality Picture Technology - This video cassette
recorder marked "HQ" incorporates VHS high quality
technology. A built-in detail enhancer is used to boost
the recorded signal and provide maximum picture
quality in playback. It is compatible with other VHS video
cassette recorders.
8-Program/1-Month Programmable Timer with
Everyday/Every Week Capability - The built-in timer
allows automatic absentee recording of up to 8 TV
programs within 1month. It is also possible to record a
program which is broadcast at the same time everyday
or every week.
On-Screen Display and Programming - When you
select a channel or make other changes, the TV will
show an indicator on the screen for a few seconds.
Clock settings, timer setting and other set-up operations
can be carried out using the on-screen display menu
system.
Digital Auto Tracking - Automatically adjusts tracking
during playback for the best possible picture.
181 Channel Tuner - Receives standard VHF and UHF
broadcast channels and up to 113 cable channels.
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) - Simply by
pressing the REC/OTR button, the VCR can be pro-
grammed for up to 6 hours of recording with an immedi-
ate start.
Automatic Power On - When loading a cassette tape,
this VCR will automatically turn on.
Automatic Playback - When loading a cassette tape with-
out the erase prevention tab, this VCR will automatically
turn on and play back the cassette tape at the correct
speed.
Automatic Rewind-Stop-Eject-Power Off - When a
tape reaches its end during playback and recording, it
will automatically stop, rewind, stop, eject the tape and
the VCR will turn off.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
BATTERY CAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this
device:
•Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
•Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing
the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.
•Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g.
Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh
ones.
•If the device is not to be used for a long period of
time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or
injury from possible battery leakage.
•Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be
recharged; they can overheat and rupture (Follow
battery manufacturer's directions).
EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE
REMOTE CONTROL
NOTES: • When direct sunlight, an incandescent lamp,
fluorescent lamp or any other strong light
shines on the Remote Sensor, the remote
operation may be unstable.
•When there is an obstacle between the VCR
and the remote control, the remote control
may not operate.
30˚ 30˚ 15 FEET
PRECAUTIONS FEATURES
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Automatic Repeat Play System - When the AUTO
REPEAT option is turned on, this VCR will automatically
play back the same cassette tape repeatedly.
On-Screen 3 Language Display - This TV can display
the on screen language in English, Spanish or French.
Real Time Tape Counter - The counter displays on the
screen the elapsed time in hours, minutes and seconds
and can be used to locate programs.
2 Speed Picture Search - 3 or 5 times normal speed in
SP mode (7X or 9X in LP and 9X or 15X in SLP).
3 Speed Playback - Plays three tape speeds (SP, LP,
SLP).
2 Speed Record - Records two tape speeds (SP, SLP).
Front Audio/Video In Jacks - A VCR or other video
device may be hooked up for dubbing.
CAUTIONS
FEATURES ................................................................ 6
LOCATION OF CONTROLS ...................................... 8
BASIC CONNECTIONS ........................................... 10
CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS ....................... 12
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS .............................. 14
SETTING THE VIDEO CHANNEL ........................... 15
LANGUAGE SELECTION ........................................ 15
SETTING THE CLOCK ............................................ 15
SETTING THE CHANNELS ..................................... 16
NOISE ELIMINATION .............................................. 16
PLAYBACK
RECORDING
RECORDING A TV PROGRAM............................... 18
ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR) ............. 20
SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING ...................... 20
LOADING AND UNLOADING .................................. 17
PLAYBACK .............................................................. 17
SPECIAL PLAYBACK .............................................. 18
ON-SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY ........................ 21
DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE ............................... 22
VIDEO HEAD CLEANING........................................ 22
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE ......................... 23
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................... 24
WARRANTY............................................................. 25
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................... 2
PRECAUTIONS ......................................................... 5
PREPARATION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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FRONT
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
REMOTE CONTROL
1. Cassette Loading Slot - To insert or remove a
video tape.
2. REW button - In the STOP mode, this button
rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the PLAY
mode, this button activates Reverse Search.
3. PLAY button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.
4. F. FWD button - In the STOP mode, this button rap-
idly winds the tape forward. In the PLAY mode, this
button activates Forward Search.
5. POWER button - Turns the VCR power on and off.
6. REC/OTR button - Press once to start normal
recording. Additional presses activate One-touch
Timer Recording.
7. STOP/EJECT button - Press once to stop the tape
in any mode. Press again to eject the tape.
8. CHANNEL / buttons - Used to select a
channel for viewing or recording.
9. Remote Sensor - Signals from the Remote Control
are received here.
10. POWER indicator - Lights up when the power is
turned on.
11. REC indicator - Lights up during recording.
12. T. REC indicator - Lights when the unit is in the
Timer Record mode.
13. TV/VCR indicator - Lights up when the TV/VCR
selector button is selected to the VCR mode.
14.
AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks - Audio and video signal
cables from an external source can be connected here.
TV/VCR SPEED
MENU
REW
REC/OTR
PAUSE/STILL
CHANNEL
F.FWD
SET
ENTER
STOP
PLAY
123
456
7
0
89
– TRACKING +
CALL
CANCEL
COUNTER
RESET
AUTO
TRACKING
TIMER REC
INPUT
SELECT
POWER
5
15
6
2
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
8
23
3
4
24
25
26
27
28
POWER
REC/OTR
CHANNEL
POWERTV/VCR
AUDIO IN VIDEO IN
RECT.REC
PLAY
REW F.FWD
STOP/EJECT
1
13 12 11 10 9
14 876
2345
If you purchase a universal remote control from your local
retailer, please contact the remote manufacturer for the
required programming code.
ATTENTION:
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REAR
15. Direct Channel Selection buttons (0-9) - Allows
direct access to any channel.
16. STOP button - Press to stop the tape.
17. MENU button - Press to display the on-screen menu
function.
18. TRACKING SET + / – buttons - During playback, they
are used to adjust tracking manually. Used to set or
adjust in the menu mode.
19. TIMER REC button - Used to set the VCR to start
recording at a preset time.
20. COUNTER RESET button - Resets the Real Time
Tape Counter to 00:00:00.
21. TV/VCR selector button - Switches between TV
and VCR.
22. SPEED (SP/SLP) selector button - Sets the tape
speed for recording.
23. PAUSE/STILL button - During recording, this
button temporarily stops the tape. The " " will
appear on the screen. During playback, it stops the
tape and displays a still image on the TV screen.
24. ENTER button - Used to enter the information in the
menu mode.
25. CANCEL button - Used to clear the selected timer
recording program.
26. AUTO TRACKING button - Allows automatic adjust-
ment of tracking to minimize picture noise during play-
back.
27. INPUT SELECT button - Switches the program for
viewing between the VCR and external input sources.
28. CALL button - Displays the present time/day of the
week, channel, counter, speed selection and VCR
mode on the TV screen.
29. AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Jacks - Use to output audio and
video signal to a TV, amplifier or VCR.
30. UHF/VHF IN (ANT) Jack - Connect a UHF/VHF
antenna or CATV cable to this jack.
31. UHF/VHF OUT (TV) Jack - Use to output UHF/VHF
or CATV signal to a TV.
32. AC Power Cord - Connect to a 120V 60Hz outlet.
UHF/VHF
OUT(TV)
IN(ANT)
VIDEO
OUT
AUDIO
32
29
30
31
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NOTES: • A clear picture will not be obtained by the VCR unless the antenna signal is good. Connect the antenna to the
VCR properly.
•For better quality recording, an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended. The use of an
outdoor type antenna is required.
•If you are not sure about the connection, please refer to qualified service personnel.
If you are using an antenna system, follow the instructions. If you are a cable (CATV) subscriber, skip ahead to
page 12 for the proper connections.
ANTENNA TO VCR CONNECTION
The VCR must be connected "between" the antenna and the TV. First, disconnect the antenna from the TV and connect
it to the VCR. Then connect the VCR to the TV. Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antenna system to a
VCR. Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection diagram.
If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead (flat) wires, use a combiner having two 300 ohm
inputs and one 75 ohm output.
NOTE:
BASIC CONNECTIONS
Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable
Combination VHF/UHF Antenna with 300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire
Separate VHF and UHF Antennas
1
2
3
VCR
VCR
VCR
VHF UHF
300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire
Matching Transformer
300 ohm Input
75 ohm output
(not supplied)
300 ohm Twin Lead (Flat) Wire
75 ohm Coaxial Cable
75 ohm Coaxial Cable
Combiner
75/300 ohm Inputs
75 ohm output
(not supplied)
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NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna
is used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna
is used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.
NOTE: If a VHF or UHF antenna
is used, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the "TV"
mode.
75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)
Splitter
75 ohm Input
75/300 ohm outputs
(not supplied)
Splitter
75 ohm Input
300 ohm outputs
(not supplied)
TV with single 75 ohm
VHF/UHF antenna input
TV with 300 ohm UHF
and 75 ohm VHF
antenna inputs
TV with 300 ohm UHF
and 300 ohm VHF
antenna inputs
VCR TO TV CONNECTION
After you have connected the antenna to the VCR, you must connect the VCR to the TV.
Below are 3 common methods of connecting your VCR to a TV. Find the type of TV you are using and follow the
connection diagram.
This VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV. If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antenna inputs
(numbers 2 and 3 below), use a splitter to connect the VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception.
TV
TV
TV
75 ohm Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 ohm Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
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Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels.
This VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company
supplied converter box, except for those channels which are intentionally scrambled. If you subscribe to a special
channel which is scrambled, you must have a descrambler box for proper reception.
CATV (CABLE TV) CONNECTIONS
NOTE: Whenever a Converter/Descrambler box is placed before the VCR, you must tune the VCR to the output of
the Converter/Descrambler box, usually channel 3 or 4.
ALLOWS: *Recording of nonscrambled channels.
*Use of the programmable timer.
*Recording of one channel while watching another.
ALLOWS: *Recording of channels through the converter box
(scrambled and unscrambled).
*Using the programmable timer to record only the
channel selected at the converter box.
PREVENTS: *Recording one channel while watching another.
*Using the VCR tuner to select channels.
1
2
VCR
Incoming Cable
TV
VCR
Converter/
Descrambler
Incoming
Cable
TV
VCR
Incoming Cable
Converter/Descrambler
TV
3
ALLOWS: *Recording of nonscrambled channels.
*Use of the programmable timer.
*Recording an unscrambled channel while watching
any channel selected at the converter box.
PREVENTS: Recording scrambled channels.
To record from converter/descrambler, VCR
tuner must be tuned to the converter output
channel, usually channel 3 or 4.
If you are playing a tape or using the tuner
built into the VCR, the converter must be set
to the video channel output of the VCR
(either 3 or 4).
NOTE:
NOTE:
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This VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler. In order to receive scrambled
programs, your existing descrambler must be used. Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies. Consult
your local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment. There are
many ways to connect your VCR to a cable system. Below are six common methods of connection.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the TV/CATV menu option is set to the "CATV" mode.
Incoming
Cable
4
5
6
ALLOWS: *Recording of one channel while watching another.
*Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.
*Recording of all channels through the converter box.
PREVENTS: *Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel.
*Using the VCR tuner to select channels.
VCR
Splitter
Converter/Descrambler
TV
VCR
Converter/
Descrambler A/B Switch
TV
Incoming
Cable
Splitter
ALLOWS: *Recording of nonscrambled channels.
*Recording of one channel while watching another.
*Watching premium channels through the converter while recording nonscrambled channels.
*Using the programmable timer.
PREVENTS: Recording scrambled channels.
ALLOWS: *Recording of all channels through the converter box.
*Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watching another (scrambled or
unscrambled) channel.
*Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box.
PREVENTS: Using the VCR tuner to select channels.
VCR
A/B Switch
Splitter TV
Incoming
Cable
Converter/
Descrambler
Converter/
Descrambler
A/B Switch
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When you connect your VCR to a Stereo Component System, you can view the picture from the VCR while
enjoying powerful sound from your audio system.
NOTE: Sound will be monaural.
If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks, you can connect your VCR to them to receive a higher quality
picture and sound. If you have a stereo, you can connect a stereo amplifier to enjoy powerful sound.
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTIONS
AUDIO/VIDEO CONNECTION
1. Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV.
2. Connect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO IN jacks on the TV.
3. Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV to "VIDEO".
STEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS
Connect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUX IN jacks on the stereo amplifier.
OUT
IN
To AUDIO (R) OUT
To VIDEO OUT
AUDIO/VIDEO Cable (not supplied)
To VIDEO IN
To AUDIO IN
To ANT IN
To UHF/VHF OUT
TV
VCR
To UHF/VHF IN
From ANTENNA/CATV system
OUT
IN
To AUX (R) IN
To AUX (L) IN
To AUDIO OUT
To VIDEO OUT
To VIDEO IN
To ANT IN
To UHF/VHF OUT
TV
AUDIO Cable (not supplied)
VCR
To UHF/VHF IN
From ANTENNA/CATV system
VIDEO Cable (not supplied)
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SETTING THE VIDEO
CHANNEL
For a push-button TV tuner
If CH 3 or 4 corresponding to the video channel cannot
be tuned on your TV, proceed as follows: set the VCR 3/
4 channel selector and the TV to CH 3 or 4, play back a
prerecorded tape and tune the TV to receive a sharp
colour picture from the video cassette recorder. Refer to
your TV owner's manual for details.
To view playback of a recorded tape, or to watch a
program selected by the VCR's channel selector, the
TV must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel).
When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable
only.
1Press and hold 3 or 4 button on the remote control
for 3 seconds in standby mode. The TV/VCR
indicator will start to flash.
2Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond
with the channel selected in step 1.
3Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR. The
power indicator will light.
4Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
position. The TV/VCR indicator will light.
5Select any channel to receive
a TV station in your area.
The channel number will
appear on the screen for about
4 seconds.
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This VCR can display on the TV screen in the
English, Spanish or French languages.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV.
3Press the TRACKING SET +
or – button to select the
desired language: English
(ENGLISH), Spanish
(ESPAÑOL) or French
(FRANCAIS), then press the
ENTER button.
4Press the MENU button until the menu screen is
cleared.
〈 +/–/ENTER/MENU 〉
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
ENGLISH
FRANCAIS
ESPAÑOL
1Press the MENU button.
Press the TRACKING SET +
or – button to select the
SYSTEM SETUP option, then
press the ENTER button.
SETTING THE CLOCK
NOTES: • After a power failure or disconnection of the
power, the timer settings will be lost. In this
case, reset the present time.
•Press the CANCEL button to move cursor
backward for correction.
1Press the MENU button. Press
the TRACKING SET + or –
button to select the SYSTEM
SETUP option, then press the
ENTER button.
2Press the TRACKING SET + or
– button to select the CLOCK
SET option, then press the
ENTER button.
3Press the TRACKING SET + or
– button to set the month, then
press the ENTER button.
4Set the day, year and time as in
Step 2.
You must set the date and time manually for timer
recordings.
EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to "8:30 AM" March, 26
(WED), 2003.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn
the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV.
LANGUAGE SELECTION
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•The day of the week will
automatically appear when
you set the year.
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2Press the TRACKING SET +
or – button to select the
LANGUAGE option, then
press the ENTER button.
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•Press and hold down the button to increase/
decrease the minute by 10.
•After setting, the date and time will start functioning
automatically.
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TO ADD/DELETE CHANNELS
1Press the MENU button.
Press the TRACKING SET +
or –button to select the CH
SETUP option, then press the
ENTER button.
2Press the TRACKING SET + or
–button to select the ADD/DE-
LETE mode, then press the
ENTER button.
3Select the desired channels to
be added or deleted using the
TRACKING SET + or – button.
4Press the ENTER button if you
wish to DELETE the channel
from memory.
Press the ENTER button if
you wish to ADD the
unmemorized channel.
Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for each channel to be added
or deleted.
5 Press the MENU button three times after adding or
deleting all of the desired channels, to return to
normal TV viewing.
When you don't want to receive a weak signal
broadcast, the Blue Back Screen can be obtained by
selecting the NO NOISE BACKGROUND "ON". When
the unit is shipped from the factory, the NO NOISE
BACKGROUND is set to the "ON".
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the
TV.
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SETTING THE CHANNELS
1Press the MENU button.
2Press the TRACKING SET + or –
button to select the CH SETUP
option, then press the ENTER
button.
3Press the TRACKING SET + or –
button to select the TV/CATV mode.
4Press the ENTER button to select
the TV or CATV mode. The arrow
indicates the selected mode.
5 Press the MENU button twice to return to normal TV viewing.
TV/CATV SELECTION
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This VCR is equipped with a channel memory
feature which allows channels to skip up or down
to the next channel set into memory, skipping over
unwanted channels. Before selecting channels,
they must be programmed into the VCR’s memory.
In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this
VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels. To
use this VCR with an antenna, set the TV/CATV
menu option to the TV mode. When shipped from
the factory, this menu option is in the CATV mode.
NOISE ELIMINATION
1Press the MENU button, then
press the TRACKING SET + or
–button to select the SYSTEM
SETUP option. Then press
ENTER.
2Press the TRACKING SET + or
–button to select the NO
NOISE BACKGROUND option.
3Press the ENTER button to
select the ON position.
4Press the MENU button twice
to return to normal TV viewing.
TV - VHF/UHF channels
CATV - CABLE TV channels
When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the
“CATV”(Cable Television) mode.
If not using CATV, set this menu option to the “TV” position.
TV/CATV MODE SELECTION
AUTOMATIC MEMORY TUNING
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the
TV on and select the video input mode on the TV.
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  
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1Press the MENU button.
Press the TRACKING SET +
or –button to select the CH
SETUP option, then press the
ENTER button.
2Press the TRACKING SET +
or –button to select the
AUTO CH MEMORY mode,
then press the ENTER button.
3The auto tuning will start. The
channel display will count up
and when finished, the screen
returns to normal.
The VCR can receive a maximum of 181 channels by
presetting the channels into memory.
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TO REWIND OR FORWARD THE TAPE
RAPIDLY
Press the REW button in the
STOP mode.
"" will appear on the screen for
about 4 seconds.
Press the F.FWD button in the
STOP mode.
"" will appear on the screen for
about 4 seconds.
When a tape is played, the Digital Auto Tracking System
automatically adjusts the tracking to obtain the best
possible picture. If noise bars appear during playback,
adjust the tracking manually:
•Press the TRACKING SET + or –button to obtain the
best possible picture. To resume automatic tracking,
press the AUTO Tracking button.
FORWARD/REVERSE PICTURE SEARCH
If you want to see the tape program during REW or
F.FWD mode, press and hold the REW or F.FWD button
again. The backward or forward visual search picture
will be seen on the screen. Release the button to return
to the REW or F.FWD mode.
DIGITAL TRACKING CONTROL
TO START PLAYBACK
TO STOP PLAYBACK
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on, and select the video input
mode on the TV.
1Load a prerecorded tape
(When loading a cassette tape
without the erase prevention
tab, playback will start auto-
matically).
2Press the PLAY button.
Playback will start.
"" will appear on the screen
for about 4 seconds.
Press the STOP button once.
The tape will stop but remain fully
loaded and ready to play.
" " will appear on the screen for
about 4 seconds.
LOADING
UNLOADING
Use only video cassette tapes marked .
Push the center of the tape until it
is automatically retracted.
AUTOMATIC POWER ON
The VCR will turn on automatically
and the POWER indicator will light.
AUTOMATIC PLAY
When loading a cassette tape without the erase preven-
tion tab, playback will start immediately.
Insert the cassette with its labeled side facing you. An
inverted cassette cannot be inserted.
To unload a cassette, press the
STOP/EJECT button on the VCR
twice. The first press will stop the
tape in any mode. The second
press will eject the tape. " " will
appear on the screen for about 4
seconds.
AUTOMATIC EJECT
If the VCR automatically rewinds the tape to the begin-
ning (AUTO REWIND FEATURE), the tape will be
ejected automatically.
To play a prerecorded cassette tape.
NOTES: • Always eject the tape when not in use.
•The cassette can be ejected even if the VCR
is turn off.
LOADING AND UNLOADING
PLAYBACK
AUTO REWIND FEATURE
This VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the
tape has ended (except during OTR and TIMER REC).
It will also eject the tape and turn the VCR’s power OFF.
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4Press the REC/OTR button.
" " will appear on the screen
for about 4 seconds and the
REC indicator will light.
RECORDING AND VIEWING THE
SAME TV PROGRAM
NOTE: Since the VCR has its own TV tuner, it is not
actually necessary to have the TV turned on in
order to make a recording. Turning on the TV
merely allows confirmation of the proper channel
settings on your VCR.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the
VCR mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn
the TV and this VCR on and select the video input mode
on the TV.
1Load a cassette tape with the
erase prevention tab intact.
The VCR will automatically
turn on.
2Press the SPEED selector
button to select the desired
tape speed SP or SLP.
The counter and SP or SLP
will appear on the screen for
about 4 seconds.
3Press the direct channel selection buttons or the
CHANNEL or button to select the channel to be
recorded.
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TO WATCH A TAPE REPEATEDLY
NOTE: To cancel repeat mode, follow the above steps
1 and 2, then press the ENTER button to select
the OFF position. Press the MENU button to
return to the TV.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on, and select the video input
mode on the TV.
" " will appear if you press the CALL button.
To cancel, press the CALL button again.
1Press the MENU button.
Press the TRACKING SET +
or –button to select the AUTO
REPEAT option.
2Press the ENTER button to
select the ON position.
3Press the MENU button.
If you press the PLAY button, the
tape will play over and over until
the repeat mode is canceled.
SPECIAL PLAYBACK
TO VISUALLY SEARCH FOR
DESIRED POINTS
When either the F.FWD or REW button is pressed in the
PLAYBACK mode, the speed search picture will appear.
When pressed twice, the search picture will increase
speed. Speed search time depends upon the speed
used (SP, LP or SLP) during recording.
Press the PAUSE/STILL button in the PLAYBACK mode.
Press the PAUSE/STILL button again to resume normal
playback.
RECORDING A TV
PROGRAM
00 : 00 : 00 SP
VHF/UHF/CATV CHANNELS
TO WATCH A STILL PICTURE
TV CATV
VHF
2-13
UHF
14-69
VHF
2-13
STD/HRC/IRC
14-36 (A) (W)
37-59 (AA) (WW)
60-85 (AAA) (ZZZ)
86-94 (86) (94)
95-99 (A-5) (A-1)
100-125 (100)(125)
01 (5A)
1-9 Press 0 twice and then 1-9 as required.
Example: To select 2, Press “002”.
10-19 Press 0 first and then the remaining 2 digits in
order from left to right.
Example: Press 012 for “12”.
20-99 Press 2 digits in order.
Example: Press 22 for
“22”.
100-125 Press the 3 digits in
order.
Example: Press 110
for “110”.
TAPE SPEED AND
RECORDING/PLAYBACK TIME
You can select the two different tape speed before
recording.
This VCR selects the playback tape speed SP,
LP(Long Play) or SLP automatically.
TAPE SPEED
VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE
T120
SP
Standard Play
SLP
Super Long Play
2 hours
6 hours
2-2/3 hours
8 hours
T160
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ENGLISH
Press the PAUSE/STILL button
to avoid recording unwanted
material. Press again or press
the REC/OTR button to continue
the recording.
Press the STOP button to stop
recording.
" " will appear on screen for
about 4 seconds.
TO STOP RECORDING
TO STOP RECORDING TEMPORARILY
"" will appear on screen for about 4 seconds and the
REC indicator will blink to continue pause mode.
NOTE: The pause function will be released after 5
minutes to prevent damage to the tape or the
VCR. The VCR will change to the STOP mode.
While the VCR is recording, press the TV/VCR selector
button to select the TV position.
The TV/VCR indicator will go off and recording will
continue.
Select the TV channel you want to watch by using the
TV channel selector.
NOTE: Some CATV hookups do not permit viewing one
channel while recording another. See pages 12,13.
RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE
WATCHING ANOTHER
After recording, break off the erase prevention tab if you
do not wish to record over the tape.
Cover the hole with adhesive tape.
Be careful the tape does not extend past the edges of
the cassette housing.
Erase prevention tab
Adhesive tape
TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENTAL
RECORDING
Screwdriver
RECORDING A TV PROGRAM
TO RECORD AGAIN
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1Press the MENU button.
Check the TIMER REC SET
option is selected, then press
the ENTER button.
2Press the TRACKING SET + or
– button to select one of the
program line, then press the
ENTER button.
3Press the TRACKING SET +
or – button to select the date,
then press the ENTER
button.
4Set the start time, end time,
channel and tape speed as in
step 3.
NOTE: To record from external
source set the channel
to "L". "L" will appear
next to CH 125 (or 69).
5To enter other programs,
repeat step 2 through 4. Or,
press the MENU button twice
to return to the normal screen.
6Press the TIMER REC button.
The power will go off, the
T.REC indicator will light and
the VCR stands by for
recording.
Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with
the remote control. The built-in timer allows automatic
unattended recording of up to 8 programs within 1
month.
EXAMPLE: Program a timer recording for the 26th day,
channel 125 (CATV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer
program number 1 (Tape speed: SLP).
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn on the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
•Load a video cassette with the erase prevention tab
intact. The VCR will automatically turn on.
•Check that the clock and date are correct (see page 15).
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on and select the video input
mode on the TV.
To cancel timer recording, press the button again and
the T.REC indicator will go out.
CH 125
OTR 0 : 30
NOTES: • Press the REC/OTR
button to increase the
time needed for
recording (See the
chart ).
•To cancel OTR, press
the STOP button or
turn off the power.
CH 125
The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides
a simple and convenient way to make a timed
recording.
EXAMPLE: One-touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes.
CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN
•Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4.
•Turn ON the VCR POWER button.
•Press the TV/VCR selector button to select the VCR
mode.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable,
turn the TV and this VCR on, and select the video input
mode on the TV.
1Load a cassette tape with the
erase prevention tab intact.
2Press the SPEED selector
button to select the desired
tape speed SP or SLP.
The counter and SP or SLP
will appear on the screen for
about 4 seconds.
3Press the direct channel
selection buttons or the
CHANNEL or button to
select the channel to be
recorded.
The channel number will
appear on the screen for about
4 seconds.
4Press the REC/OTR button to
begin recording. Press the
button again to stop recording
after 30 minutes. Each addi-
tional press of the REC/OTR
button will increase recording
time as shown in the chart
below, up to a maximum of 6
hours. The OTR and recording
time will appear on screen for
about 4 seconds.
00 : 00 : 00 SP
ONE-TOUCH TIMER
RECORDING (OTR)SETTING THE TIMER
RECORDING
Press
once
twice
3 times
4 times
5 times
6 times
7 times
8 times
9 times
10 times
Recording time
NORMAL REC
0:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
3:00
4:00
5:00
6:00
NORMAL REC
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DATE START END CH
26(SU) 11 :00PM 11 :30PM 125
SLP
á +/ - /ENTER/CANCEL/MENU ñ
DATE START END CH
26(SU) 11 :00 PM 11 :30 PM 125
SLP
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