FUNAI 29A-650 User manual

Printed in China
1VMN20023A
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EN
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
Owner’s Manual
PAL
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW PRODUCT!
PLEASE KEEP THIS GUIDE IN A SAFE PLACE
Important information
Should any problems or defects occur in this product, please contact the vendor via the
mail address below or by phone BEFORE contacting the shop where it was purchased.
Follow these three points
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note that the product, its original packaging, any accessories and proof of purchase must be handed to the
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Brand: FUNAI Model no.: 29A-650 29A-654 (VPS/PDC)
29A-750 29A-754 (VPS/PDC)
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Safety Information
WARNING:
• Live parts inside. Do not remove any screws.
• To avoid fire or electric shock, do not expose
this unit to rain or moisture.
• Dangerous voltage inside
Precautions
• Use only cassettes with the VHS mark with this VCR.
• Do not attempt to open the cabinet. There are no parts you
can service inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
• Slots and openings in the cabinet and the sides or bottom
are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation
and to protect the unit from overheating, these openings
must not be blocked or covered.
• Avoid installation in enclosed spaces such as bookcases
unless proper ventilation is provided.
• Keep the unit away from radiators and other heat sources.
• Avoid use near strong magnetic fields.
• Do not push objects of any kind into the VCR through the
cabinet slots or openings as they could touch electrically
live parts or short circuit parts resulting in a fire or electric
shock.
• Never spill liquid on this unit. If liquid is spilled and
penetrates into the unit, consult qualified service personnel.
• Use this unit in a horizontal (flat) position only.
• Before attempting to operate the unit, make sure that the
timer recording mode is “OFF”.
• This product is in Stand-by mode when it turns off while
the power cord is connected.
Power Supply
The main power supply is engaged when the power cord plug
is plugged in a 220-240V, 50Hz, AC outlet. To operate the
unit, press FUNCTION to turn on the unit. (PWR indicator on
the VCR comes on.)
Dew Warning
Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is
moved from a cold place to a warm place, after heating up a
cold room, or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use
the VCR for at least 2 hours until it is dry inside.
Positioning
Do not place the VCR directly on top of, or underneath, your
TV set. Ensure that there is at least 20 cm between the VCR
and the TV set, and that air can circulate freely through the
ventilation openings of the VCR.
Before Using This Product
Video Cassette Tape
This VCR will operate with any cassette that bears the VHS
mark. For best results, we recommend the use of high-quality
tapes. Do not use poor quality or damaged tapes.
You can prevent accidental erasing of a recording by breaking
off the erase-prevention tab on the back edge of the cassette. If
you decide to record on the tape again, cover the hole with
plastic tape.
Two Different Tape Speeds
Before recording, select the tape speed : SP mode (Standard
Play) or LP mode (Long Play). The table below shows the
maximum recording/playback time using E-60, E-120, E-180
or E-240 tapes in each mode.
TV Colour System
Different countries use different television colour systems.
Tapes recorded in the PAL or NTSC system can be played
back on this unit. Usually, the picture on the TV screen will
be in black and white when you play back a tape that is
recorded in a different colour system.
Tapes recorded in the NTSC system can be played back on
this unit and a PAL system TV set. This feature is only
available in the SP mode. When playing back such tapes, the
picture may roll up or down, shrink vertically and black bars
may appear both at the top and bottom of the screen. Adjust
the vertical hold control on your TV, if the TV features this
control.
Tape Type Recording/Playback Time
Tape Speed SP Mode LP Mode
E-60 1 hour 2 hours
E-120 2 hours 4 hours
E-180 3 hours 6 hours
E-240 4 hours 8 hours
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Table of Contents
Safety Information .............................................................................................................................................2
Before Using This Product ................................................................................................................................2
Installation .........................................................................................................................................................5
Basic Operation ................................................................................................................................................9
Advanced Operations .....................................................................................................................................10
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................14
Troubleshooting Guide ...................................................................................................................................15
Specifications ..................................................................................................................................................15
Declaration of Conformity ...............................................................................................................................16
Features
•Hi-FiSystem
• Automatic Operations
• On Screen Display
• Auto Repeat Playback
• Picture Select
• One Touch Recording
•ParentsLock
• Auto Return
• Timer Recording
• Auto Head Cleaner
•NTSCPlayback
• Auto Clock Setting (29A-654/29A-754)
• VPS/PDC (29A-654/29A-754)
• Quick-Find
•Index/TimeSearch
• Slow Motion
• AUDIO/VIDEO in jacks
• AUDIO OUTPUT L/R jacks
Supplied Accessories
• Remote control
• Two R6 batteries
• RF cable
Important Copyright Information
Unauthorised recording or use of broadcast television
programming, video tape, film or other copyrighted material
may violate applicable copyright laws. We do not take
responsibility for the unauthorised duplication, use, or other
acts which infringe upon the rights of copyright owners.
A Note About Recycling
This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can be
reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your
local recycling regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but
disposed of in accordance with your local regulations
concerning chemical wastes.
Model/Serial Number
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel.
Please note down the model number and serial number and
retain the information for your records.
Model number:
Serial number:
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Description of Controls
Front Panel
1. Cassette compartment
2. F.FWD (Fast Forward) button
3. PLAY button
4. REW (Rewind) button
5. STOP/EJECT button
6. REC/OTR button
7. AUTO RETURN button
8. Indicator (See below.)
9. CHANNEL (K/L) buttons
10. FUNCTION button
11. AUDIO in jacks
12. VIDEO in jack
Indicator
13. PWR (Power) indicator
14. REC (Record) indicator
15. (Timer) indicator
16. Clock/RF OUT Channel indicator
17. Cassette indicator
Rear Panel
18. Power cord
19. AV2 (DECODER) socket
20. AV1 (TV) socket
21. AUDIO OUTPUT L/R jacks
22. RF OUT socket
23. AERIAL socket
Remote Control
1. FUNCTION button
2. AUDIO SELECT button
3. number buttons
4. MENU button
5. DISPLAY button
6. REW/sbutton
7. STOP/Lbutton
8. REC/OTR button
9. QUICK-FIND button
10. SEARCH MODE button
11. PAUSE/STILL button
12. SPEED/SYSTEM button
(Only the function of SPEED is available
for this VCR.)
13. F.FWD/Bbutton
14. PLAY/Kbutton
15. TAPE COUNTER RESET button
16. TAPE COUNTER MEMORY button
17. SLOW button
18. CHANNEL (K/L) buttons
19. EJECT button
To insert the batteries:
Install two R6 batteries matching the
polarity indicated inside the battery
compartment.
Caution
Do not mix old and new batteries. (Also never mix alkaline
batteries with manganese batteries.)
CHANNEL
L-AUDIO-RVIDEO
FUNCTION
AUTO RETURN
PLAY F.FWDREW STOP/EJECTREC/OTR
REC
PWR
12 11 10 987
65 432
1
13
1517
16
14
REC
PWR
AV2 (DECODER) AV1 (TV)
AUDI O
OUTPUT
AERIAL
RF OUT
R
L
2019
2223 21
18
PLAY
STOP
REW
F.FWD
0
789
6
5
4
3
2
1
FUNCTION EJECT
AUDIO
SELECT
CHANNEL
SLOW
TAPE COUNTER
MEMORY
RESET
MENU DISPLAY
REC/OTR
QUICK-FIND
SEARCH MODE
SPEED/
SYSTEM
PAUSE/STILL
1
3
2
18
19
4
6
8
7
9
16
17
13
12
14
11
10
15
5
*
*
* These buttons do not function for this VCR.
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Installation
Connecting the VCR
Basic Connection
1) Disconnect the TV’s power cord from the AC outlet.
2) Disconnect the VHF/UHF TV aerial coaxial cable from
the TV.
3) Connect the VHF/UHF TV aerial coaxial cable to the
VCR.
4) Connect the VCR to the TV using the coaxial cable.
5) Plug the power cords of the VCR and TV into the AC
outlets.
Note: If your TV has AUDIO input jacks, you may connect
the AUDIO OUTPUT L/R jacks on the back of this
VCR to the AUDIO input jacks on your TV.
Other Connections
Euro Scart (AV) Sockets
Your VCR is provided with two Scart sockets which you may
connect to other external devices with Scart sockets. We
recommend this connection to ensure a better audio and
picture quality.
Euro Scart cables are obtainable at your dealer.
AV1 (TV) Connection to TV
If your TV has Scart sockets, you may connect your VCR’s
AV1 (TV) scart socket to the Scart socket on the back of your
TV. Please see the instruction manual for your TV.
Note: You may connect the VCR to your audio amplifier.
1) Prepare an audio cable (not supplied).
2) Switch off your audio amplifier.
3) Insert one end of the audio cable into the corresponding
red and white AUDIO OUTPUT L/R socket at the back
of the video recorder and the other end into the
corresponding audio input socket at the audio amplifier.
AV2 (DECODER) Connection for Other External Devices
The second Scart socket AV2 (DECODER) is designated for
other external devices, e.g. decoder, another VCR, video
camera and so on.
Note: If you want to connect a TV with Scart socket to your
VCR, the TV must be connected to the VCR through
AV1 (TV). A connection to AV2 (DECODER) will not
function correctly.
AV Front Terminals
When you copy a video tape, or watch a programme recorded
on an another source, use the AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks on
the front panel of the VCR.
Note: When you connect a monaural VCR (another source)
to this VCR, connect the audio output jack of the
monaural VCR (another source) to the AUDIO L jack
of this VCR. The audio signal will be recorded in both
L and R channel equally.
External Input Mode
To receive the signal from an external source (decoder, video
camera, another VCR, etc.), connect the source to the AV2
(DECODER) socket, and press CHANNEL (K/L) or enter
“002” with the number buttons. “AV2” appears on the TV
screen. If you use the AV1 (TV) socket, press
CHANNEL (K/L) or enter “001” with the number buttons.
“AV1” appears on the TV screen.
If you use the front AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks, press
CHANNEL (K/L) or enter “003” with the number buttons.
“AV3” appears on the TV screen.
RF OUT
AERIAL L
R
AUDIO
OUTPUT
R
VHF/UHF
MIXER
to AERIAL
to RF OUT
(Back of the unit)
to aerial socket
(TV)
UHF VHF
[A/V television]
[Back of the VCR]
Audio/Video cable
(not supplied)
IN
AUDIO
LR
L
R
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AV2 (DECODER) AV1 (TV)
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AERIAL
RF OUT
R
L
AV1 (TV)
to 21-Pin
to 21-Pin Scart Jack
Decoder (Not supplied)
(TV)
to RF OUT
to aerial
socket
Scart Jack
[Back of the VCR]
L
R
AUDIO
OUTPUT
VIDEO L AUDIO R
[Front of the VCR]
etc.
To the audio
output jack
[Another source]
To the video
output jack
Audio/Video
cables
(not supplied)
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Initial Settings
Selecting the Language
The following steps should only be performed if there is a
power failure or if the VCR is unplugged for more than 30
seconds.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Turn on the TV and select the video channel on the TV.
2) Press FUNCTION.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to select your desired
language.
4) Press MENU.
Changing the Language
If you want to change the language used on the TV screen
menus, follow the steps below.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “INITIAL”, then press
F.F WD /B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “LANGUAGE”, then
press F. F W D /B.
4) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to select your desired
language.
5) Press MENU.
Video Channel Setting
Video channel setting will be necessary, if your VCR is
connected to the TV via the coaxial cable.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Insert a pre-recorded tape into the VCR.
The VCR will turn on and start playback automatically.
If playback does not start, press PLAY/K.
2) Select and adjust your TV to channel 36.
•If the playback picture appears on the TV screen,
continue with step 8).
•If channel 36 is set for broadcasting, or interference lines
appear on the picture, the RF converter must be set to a
different channel between CH22 and CH69. Continue
with step 3).
3) Press MENU.
4) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to select to
“INITIAL”. Then, press F.FWD/B.
5) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to select to “RF
OUT”. Then, press F.F WD/B. The RF OUT CH menu
will appear.
6) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select a channel which is not
used for broadcasted between channel 22 and channel 69
in your area, then press F.F WD /B.
7) Press MENU to exit.
Set the TV channel to the RF OUT CHANNEL which
was selected on the VCR. A picture from the VCR will
appear on the TV screen. If a picture does not appear,
repeat steps 3) to 7) using a different channel which is not
used for broadcasted.
8) Press STOP/Lto stop the tape.
Note: • You may also access the RF OUT CH menu by
pressing and holding MENU on the remote control for
3 seconds during power off until the RF OUT CH
menu appears.
•If this unit and your TV are connected using a scart
cable, the RF converter may be switched off to avoid
any possibility of interference. To switch off the RF
converter, follow steps 3) to 5) above and press
STOP/Lrepeatedly until “- -” appears next to “RF
OUT CH.” Press F. FW D/B, then MENU to exit.
Setting the Clock
This VCR incorporates a 24-hour clock. The clock must be set
for the Timer Recording function to operate correctly.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “INITIAL”, then press
F.FW D/B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “CLOCK”, then press
F.FW D/B.
4) (29A-654 and 29A-754 only)
Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “MANUAL” or
“AUTO”, then press F. FW D/B.
•If you select “MANUAL”, continue with step 5).
•If you select “AUTO”, Auto Clock Setting becomes
“ON”. Press FUNCTION. The clock will appear on the
TV screen when you turn on the VCR again.
5) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Luntil the relevant year appears,
then press F. F W D /B.
6) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Luntil the relevant month
appears, then press F.F WD /B.
7) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Luntil the relevant day appears,
then press F. F W D /B.
LANGUAGE
DEUTSCH
ITALIANO
ESPAÑOL
NEDERLANDS
FRANÇAIS
SVENSKA
ENGLISH
[ ]
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
INITIAL
CH TUNING
CLOCK
RF OUT
LANGUAGE
LANGUAGE
DEUTSCH
ITALIANO
ESPAÑOL
NEDERLANDS
FRANÇAIS
SVENSKA
ENGLISH
[ ]
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
RF OUT CH 36
INITIAL
CH TUNING
CLOCK
RF OUT
LANGUAGE
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8) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Luntil the relevant hour appears,
then press F.FW D/B.
9) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Luntil the relevant minute
appears.
10)Press MENU to start the clock.
Note:
•PressREW/sto go one step back from the current step
during steps 5) to 9).
• Although seconds are not displayed, they begin counting
from 00 when you exit by pressing MENU. Use this feature
to synchronize the clock with the correct time.
• If the VCR is unplugged or if there is a power failure for
more than 30 seconds, you may have to reset the clock.
[AUTO CLOCK] (29A-654 and 29A-754 only)
• Channel Presetting must be set before the Auto Clock is
set.
• To set the clock automatically, the channel assigned to
position 01 must have the PDC signal.
• The clock cannot be set automatically if you are not
receiving a channel that carries a time signal in your area. In
this case, set the clock manually.
• Once the auto clock setting is performed, the VCR will
correct the current time by receiving PDC broadcasts
whenever you turn off the VCR.
• The VCR will correct the current time automatically at
8:00, if the VCR power is turned off.
• Between 23:00~1:00, the AUTO CLOCK function does
not work even if the VCR power is turned off.
Channel Presetting
Tuning of broadcast channels not already preset in the VCR
can be performed in two ways.
Automatic Channel Preset
• By “AUTOMATICALLY” tuning channels and placing
them in sequential order in the VCR’s memory i.e. the first
channel found will be memorized into the VCR’s channel
position 1, the second channel found will be memorized
into the VCR’s channel position 2 and so on.
• Execution of the “Automatic” channel presetting cancels all
the preset channels. DO NOT use this feature if you intend
to use some of the pre-tuned channels. Use the “Manual”
channel presetting function to tune in the additional
channels you require.
Manual Channel Preset
• Each channel is tuned manually and individually. Follow
the steps laid out in the “Manual Channel Preset” section.
Before you preset Channel...
• It is necessary to set the video channel if your VCR is
connected to the TV via the coaxial cable, and TV channel
36 is set for broadcasting, or interference lines appear on
the picture. Please refer to “Video Channel Setting”.
Automatic Channel Preset
You can programme the tuner to scan only the channels that
you can receive in your area.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Turn on the TV and select the TV channel to the video
channel on the TV.
2) Press MENU.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “INITIAL”, then press
F.FW D/B.
4) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “CH TUNING”, then
press F.F WD/B.
5) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “AUTO”, then press
F.FW D/B.
• The tuner scans and memorizes all the active channels in
your area. After scanning, the tuner stops on the lowest
memorized channel.
To Select a Desired Channel
You can select a desired channel by using CHANNEL (K/L), or
directly pressing the number buttons on the remote control.
• Enter a channel number as a two-digit number for the
quickest results. For example, to select channel 6, press 0
and 6. If you only press 6, channel 6 will be selected after a
brief delay.
• You can only select channels 1–99.
Manual Channel Preset
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “INITIAL”, then press
F.FW D/B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “CH TUNING”, then
press F.F WD/B.
4) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “MANUAL”, then
press F.F WD/B.
5) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “POSITION”, then
press F.F WD/B.
•When a weak signal is received in Manual Tuning mode,
you can change the background to solid blue or the
static screen by pressing TAPE COUNTER RESET.
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
INITIAL
CH TUNING
CLOCK
RF OUT
LANGUAGE
CLOCK
YEAR 2 0 0 4
MONTH 0 1
DAY 0 7 WE
HOUR _ _
MINUTE _ _
INITIAL
CH TUNING
CLOCK
RF OUT
LANGUAGE
CH TUNING
AUTO
MANUAL
MOVE
scanning
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
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6) Press the number buttons, PLAY/K, or STOP/Lto select
your desired position number, then press F. F W D /B.
•You can select position number 01-99.
•If [ON] appears on the right side of “SKIP”, press
PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto point to “SKIP”. Then, press
F. F W D /Bto select [OFF].
•If you want to remove scrambled signals, press
PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to point to
“DECODER”. Then, press F. F W D /Bto select [ON].
7) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “CHANNEL”, then
press F. F W D /B.
Press PLAY/Kor STOP/L. The VCR tuner will begin to
search up or down automatically. When a channel is
found, the VCR will stop searching and the picture will
appear on the TV Screen.
•You can select desired channel number by using
the number buttons. You must refer to the following
Channel Plan table and press three digits to select the
channel number.
(To select channel 24, press “0” button first and then
press “2” and “4”.)
•If this is the channel you want, press F. FW D /B.
This VCR can receive Hyper and Oscar frequency bands.
8) Press MENU to exit.
Note: To confirm that a channel has been added, press
CHANNEL (K/L).
To Skip a Preset Channel
The channels you can no longer receive or seldom watch can
be set to be skipped when you access channels by pressing
CHANNEL (K/L).
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “INITIAL”, then press
F.F WD /B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “CH TUNING”, then
press F. F W D /B.
4) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “MANUAL”, then
press F.F WD/B.
5) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “POSITION”, then
press F.F WD/B.
6) Press the number buttons, PLAY/K, or STOP/Lto select
relevant position number, then press F.FWD/B.
7) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “SKIP”, then press
F.FW D/Bto select [ON].
•To memorize the channel again, press F. F W D /B. “ON”
will change to “OFF”.
Note for 29A-654 and 29A-754 only
•The VCR refers to the PDC channel which was
memorized into position 01 when you set the Auto
Clock.
The position 01 must therefore be set “SKIP” to [OFF].
8) Press MENU to exit.
Note: To confirm that a channel has been deleted, press
CHANNEL (K/L).
Channel Reprogramming
You can replace two channels.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “INITIAL”, then press
F.FW D/B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “CH TUNING”, then
press F.F WD/B.
4) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to select “MOVE”,
then press F. F W D /B.
5) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to select the position
number you want to change the channel, then press
F.FW D/B.
•You cannot select a position number where “- - -”
appears next to the number. This is because SKIP is set
to [ON] for this position number.
•When a weak signal is received in Channel
Reprogramming mode, you can change the background
to solid blue by pressing TAPE COUNTER RESET.
If you press the button again, the background will return
to the static screen.
6) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly until the channel
move to another position number, then press F. F W D /B.
Channel Plan
CH Indication TV Channel
02 – 12 E2 – E12
13 – 20 A – H (only ITALY)
21 – 69 E21 – E69
74 – 78 X, Y, Z, Z+1, Z+2
80 – 99,100 S1 – S20,GAP
121 – 141 S21 – S41
INITIAL
CH TUNING
CLOCK
RF OUT
LANGUAGE
CH TUNING
AUTO
MANUAL
MOVE
MANUAL
POSITION
CHANNEL
DECODER
SKIP
P08
008
[OFF]
[OFF]
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
INITIAL
CH TUNING
CLOCK
RF OUT
LANGUAGE
MANUAL
POSITION
CHANNEL
DECODER
SKIP
P08
008
[OFF]
[ON]
CH TUNING
AUTO
MANUAL
MOVE
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
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7) Press MENU.
Basic Operation
Playback
Tracking Adjustment
• Tracking adjustment will be activated automatically
(Digital Tracking function) when you start playback.
• When playing pre-recorded tapes or tapes recorded on units
other than your own, noise lines (black and white streaks)
may appear on the playback picture. If this occurs, you can
adjust the tracking control manually by pressing
CHANNEL (K/L) until the streaks disappear. To return to
the DTR function, stop the tape once and start playback
again.
• You can reduce the noise lines by pressing CHANNEL (K/L)
in Slow mode, too. Slow tracking adjustment is not set
automatically.
• In the Still mode, press SLOW, and press CHANNEL (K/L)
until the streaks disappear. To return to the Still mode,
press PAUSE/STILL again.
1) Turn on the TV and select the video channel on the TV.
2) Insert a prerecorded tape.
The VCR will turn on automatically. If the erase-
protection tab has been removed, the VCR will start
playback automatically.
3) Press PLAY/Lto begin playback.
•Tracking adjustment will be activated automatically
(Digital Tracking function) when you start playback. To
adjust the tracking manually, press CHANNEL (K/L).
<If a tape is already in the VCR...>
•Using the buttons on the VCR
Just press PLAY on the VCR. Power will automatically
turn on and playback will start. (Direct Button
Operation)
•Using the buttons on the remote control
Press FUNCTION to turn on, and then press PLAY/K.
4) Press STOP/Lto stop playback.
Speed Search
1) Press F.F WD /Bor REW/sduring playback to view a
videotape at a high speed in either a forward or reverse
direction. In this mode, the sound will be muted.
2) Press the button again, the VCR will now search in super
high speed. (This function will not operate for a NTSC
tape.)
3) Press PLAY/Kto return to normal playback.
Still Picture
Press PAUSE/STILL during playback to view a still picture on
the TV screen.
• When the picture begins to vibrate vertically, stabilize the
picture by pressing CHANNEL (K/L) in the Still mode.
• After the VCR has been in Still mode for 5 minutes, it will
stop automatically to protect the tape and the video head.
<Note for “Speed Search” and “Still Picture”>
• Usually there will be video “noise” lines (black and white
streaks or dots) on the screen. This is normal.
The still picture will, in addition to containing the “noise”
lines, be black and white.
This is not a fault of the machine but merely a by-product
of the technology involved in producing a VCR with
LP mode.
Slow Motion
•PressSLOW to reduce the playback speed. The VCR mutes
the sound during slow motion. You can control the speed
by pressing F. FW D/B(faster) or REW/s(slower). Press
PLAY/Kto return to normal playback.
• If it is left in the Slow mode for more than five minutes, the
VCR will automatically switch to the Stop mode.
INITIAL
CH TUNING
CLOCK
RF OUT
LANGUAGE
CH TUNING
AUTO
MANUAL
MOVE
MOVE
P01:
P02:
P03:
P04:
P05:
02
03
04
05
06
P06:
P07:
P08:
P09:
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11
Position
Number Channel
Number
[ ]
MOVE
P01:
P02:
P03:
P04:
P05:
02
03
11
05
06
P06:
P07:
P08:
P09:
P10:
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[ ]
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
MOVE
P01:
P02:
P03:
P04:
P05:
02
03
11
05
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P07:
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Recording
Viewing and Recording the Same Programme
1) Insert a cassette tape with its erase-prevention tab in place.
(If necessary, rewind or fast forward the tape to the point
at which you want to begin recording.)
2) Press the number buttons or CHANNEL (K/L) to select
the channel to be recorded.
3) Press SPEED/SYSTEM to select the tape speed (SP/LP).
4) Press REC/OTR to begin recording.
•The REC indicator on the display comes on.
5) Press STOP/Lwhen recording is completed.
Skipping Unwanted Programme Material During
Recording
1) Press PAUSE/STILL when you want to temporarily halt
recording.
You can check the remaining pause time with
C marks on
the TV screen. Each
C mark represents 1 minute. After 5
minutes, the VCR will automatically switch to the Stop
mode to prevent tape damage.
2) Press PAUSE/STILL or REC/OTR to resume recording.
Recording One Programme While Viewing Another
You can record one programme while viewing another. To
start recording, follow steps 1) to 4) under “Viewing and
Recording the Same Programme”. Then, set the TV to the
channel you want to watch.
To Monitor the Progress of Your Recording
Select the video channel on the TV.
Assemble Function
• You can record in continuation from previous programme
on a pre-recorded tape.
1) Insert a pre-recorded tape. Press PLAY/Kto start playback.
2) Press PAUSE/STILL at the desired point on the tape.
3) Press REC/OTR. The VCR will be in the Recording Pause
mode.
4) Press CHANNEL (K/L) to select the channel to be
recorded.
5) Press REC/OTR or PAUSE/STILL. The recording will
begin.
6) Press STOP/Lwhen recording is completed.
Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System
This VCR will record and playback Hi-Fi stereo sound. In
addition it has a A2 (29A-650 and 29A-654 only) or NICAM
(29A-750 and 29A-754 only) stereo sound decoder.
This equipment will receive stereo and bilingual broadcasts
and it is possible the several ways of recording and playing back
the sound.
Selecting the Sound Mode
You can select each mode by pressing AUDIO SELECT on the
remote control. Each mode is indicated on the TV screen as
following.
• During playback of the recorded tape in Hi-Fi mode:
• Reception of stereo broadcasts:
• During reception of bilingual broadcasts:
Note: • If you play non-Hi-Fi tapes, the VCR will play
automatically in monaural even if you select any
mode.
•If the stereo signal becomes weak, the broadcast is
automatically recorded in monaural.
Advanced Operations
Counter Memory
This feature can be used to memorize a beginning point that
you want to watch again. Rewinding or fast forwarding makes
it easy to locate this point.
Note: • If a tape includes both programmes recorded in the
PAL system and ones recorded with NTSC system,
this function may not be operated correctly.
•TAPE COUNTER MEMORY does not function if
the Auto Repeat mode is set to ON. In this case, set
the Auto Repeat mode to OFF.
1) Stop the tape at the desired point.
2) Press TAPE COUNTER RESET to display 0:00:00.
3) Press TAPE COUNTER MEMORY so that “M” appears on
the TV screen.
4) Press REC/OTR or PLAY/K.
•Press STOP/Lwhen recording or playback is completed.
Mode AUDIO OUTPUT Display on
the TV screen
Stereo L Hi Fi L Audio STEREO
R Hi Fi R Audio
LL Hi Fi L Audio LEFT
R Hi Fi L Audio
RL Hi Fi R Audio RIGHT
R Hi Fi R Audio
Normal L Normal Audio -None-
R Normal Audio
Mode AUDIO OUTPUT Display on
the TV screen
Stereo L L Audio STEREO
RRAudio
LL L Audio LEFT
R L Audio
RLRAudio RIGHT
RRAudio
Monaural LL+RAudio -None-
RL+RAudio
Mode AUDIO OUTPUT Display on
the TV screen
MAIN L Main Audio MAIN
R Main Audio
SUB L Sub Audio SUB
R Sub Audio
MAIN L Main Audio MAIN
SUB R Sub Audio SUB
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5) Press REW/sor F.F WD /B. The VCR will automatically
stop when the counter returns to 0:00:00 (approx.).
To Exit the Counter Memory
Press TAPE COUNTER MEMORY so that the “M” disappears
from the TV screen.
Note: When you set the Auto Repeat mode to ON while the
Counter Memory mode is ON, the VCR exits the
Counter Memory mode automatically.
OTR (One Touch Recording)
This function enables you to set the duration of a recording
simply by pressing REC/OTR.
1) Follow steps 1) to 3) in “Viewing and Recording the Same
Programme” section.
2) Press REC/OTR repeatedly until the desired recording
length appears in the upper left corner of the TV screen.
Recording stops when 0:00 is reached.
• To check time remaining during an OTR
Press DISPLAY.
• To change the recording length during an OTR
Press REC/OTR repeatedly until the desired length appears.
• To stop an OTR before recording is finished
Press STOP/L.
• To cancel the OTR but continue recording
Press REC/OTR repeatedly until “I” appears without the
recording length.
Auto Repeat Playback
The VCR has an auto repeat function that allows you to repeat
a tape indefinitely without touching PLAY/K.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
• Insert a pre-recorded tape.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “SET UP”, then press
F.F WD /B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “AUTO REPEAT”.
4) Press F. F W D /Bso that “ON” appears next to “AUTO
REPEAT” on the TV screen.
When in Stop mode, Auto Repeat mode will start
automatically.
If the on-screen menu still remains, press MENU to exit,
then press PLAY/K.
Note: • Once you select the Auto Repeat mode, it stays in
effect even after you turn off the VCR.
•TAPE COUNTER MEMORY does not function if
the Auto Repeat mode is set to ON.
•When you set the Auto Repeat mode to ON while the
Counter Memory mode is ON, the VCR exit the
Counter Memory mode automatically.
To Stop Playback
Press STOP/L.
To Exit the Auto Repeat Mode
Repeat steps 1) to 3). Then, press F. F W D /B.
“OFF” will appear next to “AUTO REPEAT” on the TV
screen. Press MENU to exit.
Picture Select
This function enables you to select the picture quality of a
tape.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “SET UP”, then press
F.FW D/B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “PICTURE”.
4) Press F.F WD /Buntil the desired mode (NORMAL,
SOFT, or SHARP) is indicated on the TV screen.
5) Press MENU to exit.
Note: Once you select the Picture Select mode, it stays in
effect even after you turn off the VCR.
Automatic Operations
Automatic Rewind, Eject, Off
When the end of a tape is reached during recording, playback,
or fast-forward, the tape will automatically rewind to the
beginning. After that, the VCR will eject the tape and turn
itself to off.
• The tape will not auto-rewind during timer recording or
One Touch Recording.
• When the Counter Memory is activated, the tape will
rewind to the M0:00:00 position and the VCR will enter
the Stop mode.
II[0:30] I[1:00]... I[7:30] I[8:00]
(Normal (OTR:
recording) 30 minutes)
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
SET UP
AUTO REPEAT [ON]
[ON]
PICTURE [NORMAL]
AUTO RETURN
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
SET UP
AUTO REPEAT [ON]
[ON]
PICTURE [NORMAL]
AUTO RETURN
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Tape Eject
A tape can be ejected with the VCR power on or off (but the
VCR must be plugged in).
• If a timer recording is set, a tape can only be ejected with
the power on.
Real Time Tape Counter
• This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in
hours, minutes, and seconds. (Nothing is shown in the case
of blank portion.)
• The “ – ” indication will appear when the tape is rewound
further than the tape counter position “0:00:00”.
Timer Recording
You may program the VCR to start and end a recording while
you are away. You can set 8 programmes to record on specific
days, daily or weekly within a 1-year period.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
• Insert a cassette tape with its erase-prevention tab in place.
(If necessary, rewind or fast forward the tape to the point at
which you want to begin recording.)
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto select “TIMER”, then press
F.F WD /B.
Note: If you have not set the clock yet, “CLOCK” setting
menu appears. If so, follow the steps outlined in the
“Setting the Clock” section. Then, set the timer.
•WhenyoupressF.F WD /Bafter pressing PLAY/Kor
STOP/Lduring steps 3) to 9), the input mode will move to
the next step.
• If you do not press F.F WD/Bwithin 5 seconds of setting an
item, the input mode will move to the next step.
•PressREW/sto go back one step from the current setting
during steps 4) to 10). If REW/sis pressed when the
TIMER NUMBER is flashing, the entire programme
contents will be erased.
3) Programme number flashes. Press PLAY/Kor STOP/L
repeatedly until the desired programme number appears.
Then, press F. FW D /B.
4) For once-only recording : Press PLAY/Kor STOP/L
repeatedly until the relevant month appears.
For daily recording : To record a TV programme at the
same time on the same channel from Monday through
Friday. While the month digit is flashing, press PLAY/Kor
STOP/Lrepeatedly to select “MO-FR”.
For everyday recording : To record a TV programme at
the same time on the same channel everyday. While the
month digit is flashing, press PLAY/Kor STOP/L
repeatedly to select “MO-SU”.
For weekly recording : To record a TV programme at the
same time on the same channel every week. While the
month digit is flashing, press PLAY/Kor STOP/L
repeatedly to select “W-MO” (Example: every monday).
5) For once-only recording only : Press PLAY/Kor STOP/L
repeatedly until your desired day appears.
6) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly until the relevant
start hour appears. Next, enter the minute digit.
7) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly until the relevant
end hour appears. Next, enter the minute digit.
8) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly until the relevant
channel number appears.
9) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly until the desired tape
speed appears.
10)(29A-654 and 29A-754 only)
Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to set VPS/PDC
“ON” or “OFF”.
11)Press F.F WD /B. Programme 1 is now completed.
•To set another timer programme, repeat steps 3) to 11).
12)Press MENU to exit.
13)Press FUNCTION to activate the timer.
The indicator on the display comes on.
To Stop a Timer Programme which has Already
Started
Press STOP/EJECT on the VCR.
Note: STOP/Lon the remote control will not function in the
Timer Recording mode.
To Correct Timer Programmes
If you want to correct an automatic timer after you finished
setting programme,
1) Repeat steps 1) to 3) in the “Timer Recording” section.
2) Select the setting you want to change using F. F W D /Bor
REW/s.
3) Enter the correct numbers using PLAY/Kor STOP/L,
then press F. F W D /B.
4) Press MENU to exit.
5) Press FUNCTION to return to timer standby mode.
To Cancel or Check the Start/End Time
1) Repeat steps 1) to 2) in the “Timer Recording”.
2) Select a programme number you want to check using
PLAY/Kor STOP/L. The details of selected programme
appears on the TV screen. You may cancel the entire
programme by pressing REW/s.
3) Press MENU to exit.
Avoid Overlap of TIMER Programmes...
A timer programme does not work while another programme
is under execution.
Hint for Timer Recording
• If there is a power failure or if the VCR is unplugged for
more than 30 seconds, the clock setting and all timer
settings will be lost.
• If the tape runs out before the end time, the VCR will
switch to the Stop mode immediately, eject the tape and the
VCR power will be turned off. The indicator will flash.
• If a tape is not in the VCR, timer recording cannot be
performed and the indicator flashes. If an erase-
prevention tab of the tape is missing, the tape will be
ejected and the indicator will flash. Please insert a
recordable tape.
MENU
TIMER
SET UP
INITIAL
TIMER NUMBER 1
START
END
DATE
CHANNEL
SPEED
--/--
--:--
--:--
--
--
--
VPS/PDC
For models 29A-654/29A-754
9:00 10:00 11:00
Programme 1
Programme 2
Programme 3
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• When all the Timer Recordings are completed, the also
flashes. To play or eject the recorded tape, press FUNCTION
first, and then press PLAY/Kor EJECT. To rewind the tape
to the beginning of the recorded programmes, press
AUTO RETURN on the VCR.
• The TV that is connected to your VCR may be turned on
or off when the VCR is in the Timer-recording mode.
• The VCR will only perform a timer recording after it has
been placed into timer standby mode.
Auto Return
Using the AUTO RETURN Button
When all the Timer Recordings are completed (the
indicator flashes), press AUTO RETURN on the VCR first. The
VCR will rewind to the beginning of the recorded
programme(s).
Note: If there are any remaining programmes, press
FUNCTION to turn on the VCR and then press
AUTO RETURN. In this case, if you press any other
button once and then press AUTO RETURN, AUTO
RETURN will not be carried out.
Using the VCR Menu
If there are any remaining programmes including Daily,
Everyday, & Weekly, AUTO RETURN will not operate.
1) Press MENU.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly to point to “SET
UP”, then press F. F W D /B.
3) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lto point to “AUTO
RETURN”, then press F.F WD/B.
[ON] will appear next to “AUTO RETURN”.
4) Press MENU.
Watch the Recorded Timer Programme
Press FUNCTION to turn on the VCR, then press PLAY/K.
Parents Lock
Parents Lock prevents use of the VCR by making the VCR
feature buttons on the VCR and the remote control
inoperative.
•ThePWRindicatoronthe display comes on.
1) Press and hold down FUNCTION on the remote control for
5 seconds until “PL” appears on the display. The Parents
Lock is activated.
When you want to cancel it, press and hold FUNCTION on
the remote control again for 5 seconds.
When Parents Lock is activated:
• The time will appear on the display. “PL” will appear on
the display for two seconds every minute.
•Youmayinserta tape. However, the VCR power will
remain off.
• You may press EJECT to remove the tape (unless a timer
recording is programmed or has finished).
• Timer recording will take place as scheduled, even if
Parents Lock is activated. “P.L.” will appear steadily on the
TV screen during the timer recording.
VPS (Video Programme System)/PDC
(Programme Delivery Control)
Operation only for 29A-654/29A-754 only
The Video Programme System (VPS) or the Programme
Delivery Control (PDC) is a very convenient system which
assures that the TV programmes you have programmed for
timer recording, will be recorded exactly from beginning to
end, even if the actual broadcasting time differs from the
scheduled time due to delayed start or extension of the
programme duration. Also, if a programme is interrupted and,
for example, some special news is broadcast, the recording will
also be interrupted automatically and resumed when the
programme continues.
When the VPS/PDC signal drop out because the broadcast
signal is weak, or when a broadcasting station does not
transmit a regular VPS/PDC signal, the timer recording will be
performed in the normal mode (without VPS/PDC) even if it
was programmed for VPS/PDC. When the starting time of the
VPS/PDC timer recording is from 0:00 to 3:59 on a given day,
the VPS/PDC function operates from 20:00 on the previous
day to 4:00 on the following day. When the starting time of
the VPS/PDC timer recording is from 4:00 to 23:59 on the
given day, the VPS/PDC function operates from 0:00 on the
day to 4:00 on the following day. This means that if the
relevant programme is broadcasted within this period, it will
be recorded correctly. If the timer is not programmed
correctly, the incorrect timer setting stays in effect unless you
cancel it. To cancel the incorrect timer setting, refer to “To
Cancel or Check the Start/End Time’’ on page 12.
QUICK-FIND
This function enables you to search and confirm the contents
of the recorded programme(s) using the index mark.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
• The tape must be fully rewound.
1) Press QUICK-FIND.
To Skip to the Beginning of Next Programme
1) Press QUICK-FIND.
To View at Normal Speed
1) Press PLAY/K. The Quick-Find is cancelled.
Note: • This function will not operate in the Recording mode.
•When you want to cancel the Quick-Find while in
progress, press STOP/L.
•When the end of a tape is reached during the Quick-
Find, the tape will automatically rewind to the
beginning. After rewinding finishes, the VCR will
eject the tape and turn itself off.
INDEX SEARCH
• The index mark will be made automatically when
REC/OTR is pressed. It will also be marked at the starting
point of Timer recording and OTR.
• The index mark is not recorded if PAUSE/STILL is pressed
and released during recording.
• The time gap between index marks on the tape should be
greater than 1 minute for SP recording and 2 minutes for
LP recording.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press SEARCH MODE.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly until the number of
programmes that you want to skip appears.
3) Press REW/sor F. FW D/B.
The VCR begins rewinding or fast forwarding to the
beginning of desired programme.
When the preset programme is reached, the VCR will start
playback automatically.
Note: • Index Search can be set up to 20.
•This function will not operate in the Recording mode.
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•Operations must be followed up within 30 seconds,
from steps 2) to 3). Otherwise the Index Search mode
will be cancelled.
•To exit the Index Search mode, press MENU in step 2).
Or press STOP/Lafter step 3).
TIME SEARCH
If a tape includes both programmes recorded in the PAL
system and ones recorded in the NTSC system, this function
may not be operated correctly.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press SEARCH MODE twice.
2) Press PLAY/Kor STOP/Lrepeatedly until the desired
time appears.
3) Press REW/sor F.F WD /B.
The VCR begins rewinding or fast forwarding to the
specified point.
When 0:00 is reached, the VCR will start playback
automatically.
Note: • Time Search can be set up to 9 hours 59 minutes
(9:59).
•This function will not operate in the Recording mode.
•Operations must be followed up within 30 seconds,
from steps 2) to 3). Otherwise the Time Search mode
will be cancelled.
•To exit the Time Search mode, press MENU in step 2).
Or press STOP/Lafter step 3).
Copying a Video Tape
You can make copies of videotapes made by friends or relatives
for your own enjoyment.
WARNING:
• Unauthorized recordings of copyrighted video
tapes may be an infringement of copyright
laws.
Connect the recording VCR (this unit), playing VCR (another
VCR) and your TV as outline in the following diagram.
1) Insert a pre-recorded videocassette into the playing VCR.
2) Insert a blank videocassette, or one you want to record
over, into the cassette compartment of the recording
VCR.
3) Press SPEED/SYSTEM on the remote control to select the
desired recording speed (SP/LP).
4) Select “AV2” position on the recording VCR. See “Other
Connections”.
5) Press REC/OTR on the recording VCR.
6) Begin playback of the tape in the playing VCR.
7) To s t o p r e c o r d i n g, p r e s s STOP/EJECT on the recording
VCR, then stop playback of the tape in the playing VCR.
Note: • For best results during dubbing, use the VCR’s front
panel controls whenever possible. The remote control
might affect the playback VCR's operation.
•If video or colour fades in and out, you may be
copying a copy guarded video tape.
To Monitor the Recording
Turn on the TV and select the video channel on the TV.
A Status Display
To check the Counter, or Clock & Channel number, press
DISPLAY. Each time you press DISPLAY, TV screen will
change as illustrated:
When you select the channel using the number buttons, select
the desired channel (position number).
Note: If the on screen display or indicators on the front panel
show an abnormal reading or no reading, unplug the
VCR for 2 minutes, then replug it again.
Please note that language, clock, and timer settings will
be cleared after disconnection.
Maintenance
Cabinet Cleaning
• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the
VCR with a soft cloth that has been immersed in lukewarm
water and wrung dry.
• Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide
liquid near the VCR. Such chemicals may cause damage
and discolouration to the exposed surfaces.
Auto Head Cleaning
• This feature automatically cleans the heads as you insert or
remove a cassette to ensure a clear picture.
• The playback picture may become blurred or interrupted
even if the TV programme received is clear. This does not
mean that the recorded programme has been erased. This
problem is caused by dirt accumulated on the head after
long periods of use, or usage of rental or old tapes. In this
case, head cleaning requires highly technical expertise and
the nearest dealer should therefore be consulted. Clean
heads only when problems occur.
Service
Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct
the problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Turn the unit off, unplug the power cord, and take the
unit to a Service Centre for servicing.
AV2 (DECODER) AV1 (TV)
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AERIAL
RF OUT
R
L
to RF OUT
to aerial
socket
[Source (Playing) VCR <Monaural>]
(another VCR)
to 21-Pin
Scart Jack
[TV set]
(Use for monitoring)
[Editing (Recording) VCR]
(this unit)
Coaxial cable (supplied)
■
SP
0:12:34
■
SP 17:40
P02
<CLOCK and CHANNEL
NUMBER mode>
<COUNTER mode>
Press once. Press once.
Press once.
<OFF mode>
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Troubleshooting Guide
If you have followed the instructions contained in this manual and have difficulty in operating your VCR, locate the SYMPTOM
in the left column below. Check the corresponding cell CORRECTIVE ACTION columns to remedy the problem.
Make your contribution to the environment!!!
• Spent batteries do not belong in the dustbin.
• You can dispose of them at a collection point for spent
batteries or special waste.
Contact your council for details.
Specifications
General Specifications
Note: This VCR complies with HYPER and OSCAR
frequency bands of the CATV.
Electrical Specifications
Other Specifications
Note: Designs and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
SYMPTOM CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power. • Make sure the power cord is connected to an AC outlet.
• Make sure the power is turned on.
Timer recording is not possible. • Make sure the timer recording is set correctly.
• Make sure the power is off.
• Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.
Recording mode cannot be engaged. • Make sure the erase-prevention tab on the tape is intact. If removed,
cover the hole after the tab with adhesive tape.
No picture or poor picture on playback. • Set your TV to the video channel.
• Fine tune your TV.
No picture but the audio is OK in playback. • Head cleaning is necessary, consult the nearest Authorized Service
Centre.
Playback picture is partially noisy. • Adjust tracking control for a better picture by using CHANNEL (K/L).
On-the-air TV programmes cannot be seen. • Re-check the AERIAL and RF OUT connections.
• Set your TV to the TV channel correctly.
No operation by infrared Remote Control. • Check the batteries in the remote control.
Video or colour fades in and out when
making a copy of a video tape.
• You cannot copy a copyrighted video tape. You are experiencing copy
guard protection.
Television system PAL B/G
TV standard
Video heads Four-video and Two-audio heads
helical scan system
Tape width 12.65mm
Tape speed SP :23.39mm/sec.
LP :11.70mm/sec.
Tuner channel E2~E12
E21~E69
A~H (Only Italy)
CATV
RF converter Built-in UHF converter
Converter output UHF Channel 22 to 69
(adjustable)
Timer indication 24-hour system
Operating temperature 5°C ~ 40°C
Terminals AERIAL
RF OUT
AUDIO/VIDEO
VIDEO input
AUDIO input/output
Coaxial type, female
Coaxial type, male
21 pin scart socket x 2
RCA connector x 1
RCA connector x 4
Video output level 1Vp-p
Video output impedance 75Ωunbalanced
Audio output level -6dBv
Video input level 0.5 ~2.0Vp-p
Audio input level -10dBv
Video S/N ratio
(STANDARD) 45dB
Audio S/N ratio
(STANDARD) 41dB
Power requirement 220-240V 50Hz
Power consumption 25 Watts
Dimensions W 360mm
H 92mm
D 226mm
Weight 2.4 Kg (approx.)
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Declaration of Conformity
EMC-Directive: 89 / 336 / EEC
Low Voltage Directive:73 / 23 / EEC
CE Marking: 93 / 68 / EEC
We: FUNAI EUROPE GMBH
Gasstrasse 18
22761 Hamburg, Germany
declare that the Video Cassette Recorder
29A-650, 29A-654
29A-750 and 29A-754
are in compliance with following norms:
EN 55013: 2001
EN 55020: 2002
EN 61000-3-2: 2000
EN 61000-3-3: 1995 + A1: 2001
EN 60065: 1998
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