Emerson VCR4000 User manual

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VCR4000

CAUTION
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK
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oh
melaay
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
magni-
tude
to
constitute
a
risk
of
electric
shock
to
persons.
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.
To
reduce
the
risk
of
fire
or
electric
shock,
WARN
ING
*
do
not
expose
this
appliance
to
rain
or
moisture.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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1.
READ
INSTRUCTIONS
All
the
safety
and
operating
instructions
should
be
read
before
the
unit
is
are
2.
RETAIN
INSTRUCTIONS
vee
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. ad
6. ATTACHMENTS
Do
not
use
attachments
not
recommended
by
the
unit's
manufacturer
as
they
may
cause
hazards.
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
a
PORTABLE
CART
WARNING
Do
not
place
this
unit
on an
unstable
cart,
stand,
tripod,
bracket,
or
table.
(symbol
provided
by
RETAC)
The
unit
may
fall,
causing
serious
injury,
and
serious
damage
to
the
unit.
Use
only
with
a
cart,
stand,
tripod,
bracket,
or
table
recommended
by
the manufacturer.
8A.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
Stops,
excessive
force,
and
uneven
surfaces
may
cause
the
appliance
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and
cart
combination
to
overturn.
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9. VENTILATION
Slots
and
openings
in
the
cabinet
and
in
the
back
or
bottom
are
provided
for
ventilation
and
to
ensure
reliable
opration
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
installation
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
ihie
type
of
power
source
indicated
on
the
rating
plate.
!f
you
are
not
sure
of
the
type
of
power
supply
to
your
home,
consult
your
appliance
dealer
or
local
power
company.
For
units
intended
to
operate
from:battery
power,
or
other
sources,
refer
to
the
operating
instructions.
- 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.
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12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION
Power-supply
cords
should
be
routed
so
that
they
are
not
likely
to
be
walked
on
or
pinched
by
items
sia
upon
or
against
them,
paying
particular
attention
to
cords
at
plugs,
convenienc®
receptacles,
and
the
point
where they exit from the appliance.
13. LIGHTNING
To
protect
your
unit
during
a
lightning
storm,
or
when
it
is
left
unattended
and
unused
for
long
weriods
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
lifes
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
i
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
so
as
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
pipes;
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.
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE
Unplug
this
unit
from
the
wall
outlet
and
refer
servicing
to
qualified
service
personne!
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.
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d
wie
.
If
the
unit
does
not
operate
normally
by
following
the
operating
instruction.
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
part.
Unauthorized
substitutions
may
result
in
fire,
electric
shock
or
other
hazards.

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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. es
22. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER
This
reminder
is
provided
to
call
the
CATV
system
installers
attention
to
Article
820-40
of
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.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT GROUDING CONDUCTORS
=" (NEC SECTION 810-21)
Le GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
_
NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
S2898A

FEATURES
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.
pene
Frequency Synthesized Tuning - Quartz locked direct access tuner automatically locks in each channel for
perfect
reception.
No
presetting
or
channel
tuning
adjustments
are
required.
4 Video Heads - Provides optimal picture quality for special effects playback.
Full Load Tape Transport - Permits rapid access between modes.
New
Slim
Style
Compact
Design
-14
3/16"W
X
3
3/8"H
X
13
1/4"D.
4-Event/28-Day Programmable Timer with Everyday/Every Week Capability - The built-in timer allows
automatic absentee recording of up to 4 TV programs within 28-days. It is also possible to record a program
which is broadcast at the same time everyday or every week.
On-Screen Remote Control Programming - Timer recording can be programmed and confirmed on the TV
screen with the remote control.
Simple Touch Programming - Press only 4 buttons to program timer recording.
Wireless Infrared Remote Control - The wireless infrared remote control allows operating the various functions
from the comfort of your favorite viewing position. shee
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Channel
Capability
-
Receives
standard
VHF
and
UHF
broadcast
channels
and
up
to
113
cable
channels.
The
actual
number
of
channels
received
depends
upon
channel
reception
in
your
area
or
your
cable
system.
One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR) - Simply by pressing the REC/OTR button, the VCR can be programmed
for up to 4 hours of recording with an immediate start.
TV
Monitor
-
When
the
TV
MONITOR
button
on
the
remote
control
is
pressed
and
held
during
playback,
the
TV
channel selected
on
the VCR
can
be
viewed.
Video
index
Search
System
(VISS®°)
-
The
Index
Search
function
automatically
records
INDEX
marks
on
the
ire
alltel
a
econ
is
initiated.
The
target
position
can
be
located
simply
by
engaging
REW/Rev.
Seareh-
~
or
F.F/Fwd.
Search.
Variable
Speed
Slow
Motion
-
This
VCR
provides
variable
speed
slow
motion
which
offers
steady,
noise
free
playback
at
1/5-1/30
normal
speed.
Frame
By
Frame
Advance
-
Press
the
SLOW
button
during
still
playback
to
advance
the
tape
one
frame
at
a
time.
Skip
Search
-
When
the
SKIP
SEARCH
button
on
the
remote
control
is
pressed
during
playback,
the
VCR
will
automatically
search
forward
through
approximately
30
seconds
of
tape
with
each
press
of
the
SKIP
SEARCH
button
and
then
return
to
normal
playback.
Automatic Power On - When loading a cassette tape, this-VCR wif automatically turn on.
Automatic
Playback
-
When
loading
a
cassette
tape
without
the
erase
prevention
tab;
this
VCR
will
automati-
cally
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.
Automatic
Repeat
Play
System
-
When
you
press
the
REPEAT
button,
this
VCR
will
automatically
play
back
the
same
cassette
tape
repeatedly.
Digital
Auto
Tracking
-
Automatically
adjusts
tracking
during
playback
for
the
best
possible
picture.
2
Speed
Picture
Search
-
5
or
7
times
normal
speed
in
SP
mode
(7
Xor
13
in
LP
and
9X
or
21
X
in
EP).
3
Speed
Record/Playback
-
Records
and
plays three tape
speeds
(SP,
LP,
EP).
Linear
Time
Tape
Counter
with
Memory
-
The
memory
can
be
used
to
return
the
tape
to
a
preselected
position
(0:00:00)
while
the
counter
can
be
used
to
locate
programs.
.
Fluorescent
Multi-Function
Display
-
Selected
functions
are
immediately
indicated
on
the
display.
5 Head Maintenance Indicator - An H will flash when the Video Heads require cleaning.

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We
recommend
that
you
carefully
read
the
descriptions
and
operating
procedures
contained
in
this
Owner's
Manual
prior
to
operating
your
new
VCR4000.
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PRECAUTIONS
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
DO
NOT
OPERATE
THIS
VCR
FOR
AT
LEAST
TWO
OR
THREE
HOURS
WHEN
MOISTURE
IN
THE
AIR
CONDENSES
ON
THEVCR.
(
.
m@ 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.
m
MOISTURE
WILL
CONDENSE
ON
THE
UNIT
IN
THE
FOLLOWING
CASES;
@
When
you
move
this
VCR
from
a
cold
to
a
warm
place.
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After
heating
a
cold
room
or
under
extremely
humid
conditions.
m
WHEN
YOU
EXPERIENCE
THE
ABOVE
CONDITIONS,
Plug
the
power
cord
into
an
AC
outlet,
set
the
power
switch
To
ON
and
leave
the
unit
at
room
temperature
until
moisture
condensation
disappears.
Depending
on
the
surrounding
conditions,
this
may
take
two
or
three
hours.
—
Video Tape
If
you
cause
a
static_discharge
when
touching
Avoid
extreme
heat.
the
VCR,
and
the
VCR
fails
to
function,
simply
unplug
the
unit
from
the
wall
outlet,
wait
a
few
minutes
and
plug
it
back
in.
The
VCR
should
return to normal operation.
oe
Avoid extreme cold.
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.

Be Su ites,
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: : .
Keep the VCR away from flower vases, sink,
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
When you leave your home for a long time,
unplug the AC power cord.
Avoid places subject to strong vibration. Use in
a horizontal (flat) position. only.
\ im PRECAUTIONS
When you finish operating the VCR, always
unload the cassette and turn off the power.
To protect the VCR during a lightning storm,
unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet.
Do not touch the antenna leads.

LOCATION OF CONTROLS
FRONT
REMOTE SENSOR
CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
CASSETTE OPERATING Buttons:
PLAY - Press to play a prerecorded tape.
STOP/EJECT - Press once to stop the tape in any
mode. Press again (on the VCR) to eject the tape.
REW - Inthe STOP mode, this button rapidly winds
the tape backwards. In the PLAY mode, this button
activates Reverse Search.
F.F - inthe STOP mode, this button rapidly winds
the tape-forward. In the PLAY mode, this button
activates Forward Search.
REC/OTR - Press once to start normal recording.
Additional presses activate One Touch Recording.
POWER Switch - Turns the VCR power on and off...
CHANNEL UP/DOWN Buttons - Used to select a
channel for viewing or recording.
REMOTE SENSOR - Signals from the Remote
Control are received here.