Hitachi VIDEO Plus+ VT-FX850E(UKN) User manual

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SETTING
UP
Instruction manual
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VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are
registered trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation. The
VIDEO Plus+ system is
manufactured under licence from
Gemstar Development Corporation.
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INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL
OPERATIONS
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BASIC
OPERATIONS
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Dear
Hitachi
Customer
Congratulations
on
your
choice
of
a
Hitachi
video
cassette
recorder
(VCR).
And
welcome
to
our
company-wide
commitment
to
your
complete
satisfaction
and
viewing
enjoyment.
INFORMA
TION
FOR
YOUR
SAFETY
_
Please
read
the
following
instructions
carefully
before
using
this
VCR.
The
mains
lead
on
this
equipment
is
supplied
with
a
moulded
plug
incorporating
a
fuse,
the
value
of
which
is
indicated
on
the
pin
face
of
the
plug.
Should
the
fuse
need
to
be
replaced,
an
ASTA
or
BSI
approved
BS1362
fuse
must
be
used
of
the
same
rating.
If
the
fuse
cover
is
detachable
never
use
the
plug
with
the
cover
omitted.
If
a
replacement
fuse
cover
is
required,
ensure
it
is
of
the
same
colour
asthat
visible
on
the
pin
face
of
the
plug.
Fuse
covers
are
available
from
your
dealer.
DO
NOT
cut
off
the
mains
plug
from
this
equipment.
If
the
plug
fitted
is
not
suitable
for
the
power
points
in
your
home
or
the
cable
is
too
short
to
reach
a
power
point,
then
obtain
an
appropriate
safety
approved
extension
lead
or
consult
your
dealer.
If
there
is
no
alternative
to
cutting
off
the
mains
plug,
ensure
that
you
dispose
of
it
immediately,
having
first
removed
the
fuse,
to
avoid
a
possible
shock
hazard
by
inadvertent
connection
to
the
mains
supply.
IMPORTANT
The
wires
in
the
mains
lead
are
coloured
in
accordance
with
the
following
code:
Blue
=
Neutral,
Brown
=
Live
As
these
colours
may
not
correspond
with
the
coloured
markings
identifying
the
terminals
in
your
plug,
proceed
as
follows:
The
wire
coloured
BLUE
must
be
connected
to
the
terminal
marked
with
the
letter
N
or
coloured
BLUE
or
BLACK.
The
wire
coloured
BROWN
must
be
connected
to
the
terminal
marked
with
the
letter
L
or
coloured
BROWN
or RED.
On
no
account
connect
either
of
these wires
to
the
terminal
marked
E
or
by
the
earth
symbol
+
or
coloured
green
or
green
and
yellow.
Mains
supply:
AC
230V,
50
Hz
only
AC 230V, 50Hz
*
The
OPERATE
button
located
ost
on
the
front
of
the
VCR
switches
the
VCR
on
and
off,
leaving
the
clock
facility
unaffected.
*
The
OPERATE
button
is
indicated
"©
/
|
",
this
button allows
you
to
select
operate
on
or
electrical
power
standby.
*
The
OPERATE
button
is
secondarily
connected
and
does
not
separate
the
apparatus
from
the
mains
supply
in
the
switched-off
position.
On safety
*
Do
not
remove
panel
covers
by
unscrewing.
There
are
no
user
serviceable
parts
inside.
Refer
all
servicing
to
qualified
service
personnel.
*
Should
any
solid
object
or
liquid
fall
into
the
cabinet,
remove
the
mains
lead
and
have
it
checked
by
qualified
personnel
before
operating
it
any
further.
*
To
disconnect
the
mains
lead,
pull
out
the
plug
itself.
Never
pull
the
lead.
*
Ifthe
unit
is
to
be
left
unattended
for
a
long
period
and
it
is
not
intended
to
use
the
timer
recording
function,
it
is
recommended
that
the
VCR
be
switched
off
and
the
plug
removed.
If
you
intend
to
record
during
your
absence,
remember
there
is
no
necessity
for
the
TV
receiver
to
be switched on.
WARNING:
To
prevent
fire
or
electric
shock,
do
not
expose
this
equipment
to
rain
or
moisture.
Cautions:
When
the
VCR
is
moved
from
a
cold
to
a
warm
place,
dew
condensation
can
occur
on
the
cylinder.
To
avoid
damaging
the
cylinder
or
tape
do
not
operate
the
set
immediately.
Allow
it
to
dry
by
leaving
it
powered
on
for
2
~
3
hours.

This instruction manual consists of the following four sections.
CAUTION: .
AUTO INSTALLATION SYSTEM - The Auto Installation System on this VCR will only function correctly when
the Aerial Lead is plugged into the VCR, the Aerial Cable from VCR RF OUT to TV aerial IN is connected and
the VCR Mains Lead is connected to an AC outlet. When this has been done then press the OPERATE button
to switch the VCR on. (For further information see page 10)
Section-1 Setting Up
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The VIDEO Plus+° function allows
you to programme the VCR for
timer recording by simply entering a
PlusCode® number.
Tape Finder function allows you to
search for a programme you want
to view or the point from which you
want to start recording on tape with
one press.
Prepare Rec function allows you to
easily prepare the VCR to record
signal from satellite/cable decoder.
The built-in digital stereo sound
decoder permits the reception of
NICAM (Near Instantaneous
Compand Audio Multiplex)
broadcast.
Setting the clock using a PDC signal
(Auto clock set).
Dynamic picture equalizer.
Up to 8 hours recording and
playback.
DA4 super ferrite heads for high
quality slow motion/still frame
pictures.
Infrared remote control.
Auto Install System (Plug and Play)
— tunes in stations, sorts correct
order, sets clock and date.
Auto Tuning — tunes in stations,
sorts correct order, sets clock.
2 Scart sockets.
Fine slow motion.
Phono audio outputs.
Graphic OSD.
“Pay TV” decoder socket provided.
8-programme/ 1-year preset
recording.
NTSC Playback
Stereo Sound — record and
playback.
« Automatic controls for easie
operation. ~
~~-Auto Programme Play
immediately starts to play a
recorded programme by simply
turning the VCR on after timer
recording was finished.
— Auto Head Cleaning system
minimizes the need for accessory
cleaners and professional head
cleaning.
—Auto Tracking system
automatically adjusts the tracking
so the picture is optimized.
—Rental Play immediately starts to
play a tape without its safety tab,
rewinds the tape after play is
ended and ejects it, then turns the
VCR off.
—Auto Play immediately starts to
play a tape without its safety tab.
—Auto Eject & Auto Tape Canceller
ejects a cassette without its tab
when the REC button is pressed.
~— Auto Operate On turns the VCR on
by simply inserting a cassette.
— Auto Rewind/Rewind Shut-off
automatically rewinds a tape at its
end and automatically shuts off at
its beginning if the VCR is
switched off into the standby
mode while rewinding.
Frequency synthesized tuner
provides easy preset tuning to up to
49 programmes.
PLL system provides easy preset
tuning for VCR's RF Channel.
PDC (Programme Delivery Control)
function — no chance of missing
your programme.
Accessories supplied
Aerial Cable for
connecting this VCR
andaTV
Check and identify the accessories supplied.
If any are missing or appear damaged, consult your dealer.
Remote Control Handset
Batteries for remote
control handset (R6)

Section-1 Setting Up
Connection
Pages
6
—7
This tells you how to connect your VCR to an aerial, TV, etc.
Customer
Controls
and
Remote
Operation
Pages
8
—
9
This tells you the location and the detailed functions of the
switches, buttons, VCR’s display and connection terminals on
the VCR.
This also tells you how to insert batteries into the remote control
handset and how to operate your VCR remotely.
Auto
Installation
Function
Page
10
This tells you how to tuning all broadcasted channel and set the
clock, date and seek the best RF output channel automatically.
Tuning
Your
TV
To
Your
VCR
Page
11
Your VCR gives a signal of the same type as that used for TV
broadcasts. This signal is sent from the RF OUT socket via the
cable provided to your TV.
To see this signal you must tune in one of the programme
numbers of your TV. This will then become your “VIDEO
PROGRAMME NUMBER", you must then select this each time
you wish to see the signal from your VCR.
If you connect your VCR to a TV with a 21-pin Scart connector,
set your TV to its proper video input to see the signal from the
VCR. (Consult your TV’s manual for details.).
Pre-tuning
of
Built-in
TV
Tuner
Pages
12
—
17
This VCR incorporates a complete TV tuner (just like your
normal TV) and can be pre-tuned to receive up to 49 TV
programmes.
Setting
the
Clock
Pages
18
—
19
The clock display area in the VCR's display panel will look like
"——:-—" until you set the 24-hour clock. The clock must be set to
the correct time before you can programme the VCR for timer
recording.
This section explains the two clock setting methods.
A. Setting the VCR's clock automatically using a PDC signal.
B. Setting the VCR's clock on the TV screen.
Cassette
Tapes
Page
20
This
tells
you
how
to
insert
and
remove
a
cassette,
and
how
to
protect
recordings
from
accidental
erasure.

Basic Method
AERIAL
Do not connect to
the mains supply
socket before
connecting all leads,
refer to page 10.
To AC outlet
AC 230V/50Hz
RF OUT
Aerial cable
(supplied)
Aerial terminal
With
this
connection,
the
video
and
audio
signals
of
the
VCR
are
fed
to
your
TV
via
the
aerial
cable.
PRECAUTIONS
On
Installation
*
Do
not
install
your
VCR
in
an
¢
*
Do
not
install
the
unit
near
heat
inclined
position.
:
sources
such
as
radiators
or
air
The
unit
is
designed
for
operation
ducts
or
in
a
place
subject
to
direct
in
a
horizontal
position.
sunlight,
excessive
dust,
mechanical
vibrations
or
shocks.
*
Never
bring
a
magnet
or
magnetized
object
near
the
VCR
because
it
will
adversely
affect
the
,
performance
of
the
VCR.

Aerial
AERIAL
Do not connect to
the mains supply
socket before
connecting all leads,
refer to page 10.
To AC outlet
AC 230V/50Hz
Scart
socket
Scart connector lead
available from your dealer
(not supplied)
RF OUT
NN
Aerial cable
(supplied)
Aerial terminal
With this connection, the video and audio
signals from the VCR are fed to your TV via
the aerial cable and the Scart connector lead.
OR
Set your TV to its proper Scart input to
receive them via the Scart connector lead.
This connection improves the picture and
audio quality.
Make sure the vcr indicator lights in the
VCR display to feed the audio and video
signals from the VCR to TV. If not, press the
VCR/TV button on the handset to display it.
This connection also allows you to record the
TV programme selected on the TV. To do
this, press the AUX button on the remote
control handset to display the "L1" indicator
in the VCR's display instead of a VCR
programme number.
On Operation
Moisture condensation
If you pour a cold liquid into a glass, water
vapour in the air will condense on the surface of
the glass. This is moisture condensation.
Moisture condensation on the head drum, one
of the most crucial parts of the VCR, will cause
damage to the tape.
The VCR should not be operated for at least 2
hours after being moved from a cold to a hot
environment to avoid condensation from
occurring on the head drum.
On Cleaning
* DO NOT use volatile agents such as benzine,
alcohol, thinner, or chemically processed cloth
to wipe the surface of the VCR case. These
agents may cause the surface finish to
deteriorate or peel.
On Repacking
* It is wise for you to save the packing materials
and box in case you ever need to ship or store
your unit.
SETTING
UP

VCR Customer Controls
6 54
16 17 18
Item No. Function Page|
1 Cassette compartment 20
2 STOP/EJECT button 24
3 PLAY/STILL buiton 22
4 FAST FORWARD button 23
5 REWIND button 23
6 REC button 26
7 PROG (programme up/down) buttons 11
8 Remote control receiving window 9
9 OPERATE (Operate/Standby) button 2
10 Decoder socket 47
11 AUDIO OUT (L), (R) sockets for —
stereo system connection
12 AERIAL — signal input | 6
13 RF OUT — signal out to TV 6
14 Scart socket 7
VCR Display
15 Time, 19
Time counter or 39
VCR mode indicator _ 22
PLAY — playback ~ appears 22
SRCH— visual search during reverse 93
SLOW-— slow play direction 22
REW — rewind viewing 23
S:REW—high speed rewind 23
FF — fast forward 23
S:FF — high speed fast forward 23
STILL— play pause and frame advance 22
16 VCR, operate mode 22
17 Audio indicators 25
18 — record (flashes during 26
record pause)
19 Tape-in indicator 20
20 TV programme number or 26
Auxiliary (L1/L2) 45
21 Timer indicator 29

Remote
Control
Handset
Customer
Controls
1
Item
No.
Function
Page
1
Transmission
window
9
2
OPERATE—switch
between
operate
29
and
standby
mode
3
TRACKING
button
25
4
PROG
(programme
up
a/down
w)
button|
12
5
These
cursor
buttons
not
used.
—
6
REW
—
rewind
or
search
23
7
REC
—
record
button
26
8
MENU
—
to
recall
OSD
menu
42
9
DISP
—
to
recall
on-screen
display,
43
change
VCR's
display
10
VIDEO
Plus+
—
VIDEO
Plus+
30
programming
11
0000
—
to
correct
an
incorrect
digit,
19
reset
the
time
counter
when
it
39
appears
in
the
VCR's
display
12
SP/LP
—
changes
tape
speed
during
20
record
13
F.
ADV
button
—
advance
the
picture
by
|
22
one
frame
during
still
playback
14
These
buttons
not
used.
_
15
AUX
button
—
select
L1
or
L2
input
45
16
Number
buttons
19
17
STOP
—
stops
play/record
function
24
18
SLOW
button—
press
during
playback
22
19
F.FWD
—
fast
forward
or
search
23
20
PAUSE
—
pause
or
still
22
21
PLAY
—
playback
22
22
TAPE
FINDER
button
used
for
Index
40
Search,
Easy
View
and
Blank
search
function
23
CH1/2
button
—
for
audio
channel
25
selection
in
playback
PDC
button
—
for
PDC
setting
during
55
recording
24
EJECT
button
—
press
to
eject
a
cassette
|
20
25
22
VCR/TV select button
The
infrared
remote
control
handset
is
powered
by
two
batteries
(size
IEC
standard
R6).
The
life
of
the
batteries
is
about
a
year
although
this
depends
on
the
number
of
times
the
handset
is
used.
Replace
the
batteries
when
operation
is
not
possible
or
when
the
operating
distance
becomes
too
small.
Note:
When
replacing
the
batteries,
remove
the
used
batteries
and
press
the
OPERATE
button
and
hold
it
pressed
for
10
seconds,
then
insert
the
new
batteries
and
replace
the
battery
cover.
Remote operations
To
operate
this
VCR
with
the
remote
control
handset,
point
the
remote
contro!
handset
at
the
receiver
on
the
front of the VCR.
SETTING
UP

a
Auto Install (Plug & Play) function
This automatically tunes all broadcast channels, sets the clock and date, and also seek the best RF output
channel.
Controls VCR/TV screen
1
Switch
on
at
the
mains
power
supply
after
completely
connecting
all
leads
(as
described
on
pages
6
and
7).
The VCR will be in the standby mode at this stage
and the VCR display will show "~—-—".
2 Press OPERATE button.
Auto" will appear in the VCR display.
At this stage, the VCR will start auto tuning, auto
channel mapping, auto clock setting, and auto RF
seek function, by which the most suitable channel
will be selected for RF OUT after auto tuning is
completed.
During this time, if your set-up include scart
connector and the TV is set to scart input, the TV
screen will display as shown.
After this process is complete, the RF output
channel will appear in the VCR display.
For example, RF output channel 35.
Tune your TV accordingly to your VCR RF output
channel and test pattern will appear on the TV
screen (consult your TV instruction manual. The
correct tuning position is when the picture is
clear.
Press the PLAY/STILL button.
The test pattern will disappear and the VCR change
to the operate mode.
Notes:
* If you press the OPERATE button inadvertently
before connecting all leads, follow the steps on
page 12 for further tuning function.
* This auto instail process needs to be engaged
only once.
* The settings will be stored in the VCR memory
even if the VCR is moved to another place.
* If you do not press the PLAY/STILL button after
the auto install process is complete, the current
time will not appear in the VCR display.
10

Connect the VCR to the mains power supply.
The VCR display lights up. The character displayed
should be "~-:— -". If it shows any other characters
or digits, press the OPERATE button once, to bring
up the "—
Note: The VCR is now in standby mode.
SETTING
UP
Switch on your TV and select an unused
programme number, i.e. one not used for BBC1, ITV,
etc. (Please consult your TV instruction manual as
your TV may have a special VCR programme
number which must be used.}
Note: This programme number will be your VCR
programme number from now on.
Press the PLAY/STILL button (Note: The VCR is stiil
in standby mode and" 7 - .,45" appears in the
display as shown).
Note: If the VCR displays" 2F .,_ _" press the STOP
button on the remote control or on the VCR. The RF
channel data will appear in VCR display. Press the
PROG button to change the RF channel to fF 435.
To stop the RF output, press STOP button on remote
control or on the VCR again.
Tune your TV (consult your TV instruction manual)
until the test pattern shown appears.
The correct tuning position is when the picture is
clear. Ensure this programme is stored in your TV.
PROG A/V
If you cannot tune your TV correctly to the test
signal, or there is patterning in the signal, it may be
necessary to change the VCR’s RF out channel. In
this case, press the PROG select button (A orV)on
the VCR to change the VCR's RF channel. Then re-
tune your TV. If the test signal has not improved,
continue to change the VCR's RF channel and re-tune
your TV each time, until a clear test pattern received.
VCR's RF channel will change as follows:
[ <«———_» CH35 ~.._s ~]
Press
the
PLAY/STILL
button
again.
The
test
pattern
will
disappear
and
the
VCR
will
now
come
out
of
the
standby
mode
into
the
operate
mode.
Safety Tab
You should now be able to playback a prerecorded
’ cassette.
Insert the cassette carefully (see page 20 for
CASSETTE
TAPES).
If
the
safety
tab
is
removed,
then
playback will start immediately, if not press the
PLAY/STILL button and the picture will appear on the
screen.
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Controls TV Screen
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The VCR display "— —:- —" after connecting the
mains supply.
Turn on the TV and the VCR, then tune the TV to
the video programme number as described on
page 11.
If you connect the VCR and TV using a 21-pin Scart
connector lead, select the 21-pin Scart input of the
TV.
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Press the MENU button.
The menu, as illustrated, appears on the TV
screen.
Press the @ button.
The display, as illustrated, appears on the TV
screen and “ Asia " appears in the VCR display.
The VCR will automatically store channels
received in your area. It takes about 3 minutes.
The following stations are stored in programme
numbers 01 — 05 automatically.
01 BBC1
02 BBC2
03 =#ITV
04 CH4 (or S4C)
05 CHS
Note: If the station does not transmit a signal
which identifies itself, the station name will not
appear.
You can watch the progress on the TV's screen —
when the channel numbers stop changing, pre-
tuning is complete.
Press the PROG a / V_ button to check the
channels you can receive.
Note: If no channels have been set or a clear
picture does not appear, check the aerial or Scart
connection.
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Note: When the pre-tuning of a channel is
completed, the current time may appear in the
VCR's display. This is because the auto clock
setting function has operated and the VCR's clock
has been set automatically. (See page 18 for
details.)

Eliminating
Unwanted
Preset
Channels
You
can
rearrange
the
desired
channels
by
Controls
TV
Screen
eliminating
unwanted
preset
channels.
) Press the MENU button, and then ©.
A station name will appear in this display. (See
L| the section right the programme number
indication in the display.)
Note: If the station does not transmit a signal
which identifies itself, the station name will not
appear.
Press the F.FWD >> or REW << button until an
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unwanted
channel
is
found.
For example, press the F.FWD »» button to select
channel 42 (programme number 04).
REW <«
F.FWD >>
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VCR's display
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Press the STOP M@ button.
The channel number changes to "- -", indicating
that the channel has been erased from memory.
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Repeat
steps
2
and
3
until
all
unwanted
channels
have been erased.
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5
After
eliminating
them,
press
the
MENU
button.
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SETTING
UP

Fine tuning of the picture of the received channel:
Controls
TV Screen
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Press the MENU button, and then @ .
Press the F.FWD >> or REW << button to tune to
the channel which has a poor picture.
For example, press the F.FWD >» button to select
channel 42 (programme number 04).
Press the PLAY » button twice.
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After fine tuning for the best picture press the
PLAY ® button to store the channel.
Repeat steps 2 through 5 for other channels.
After fine tuning them, press the MENU button.

To change the channel or programme number
Controls TV Screen
You can change the channel number or
programme number after pre-tuning your VCR.
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Press the F.FWD »> or REW << button to display
the programme to be changed on the VCR's
display.
For example, press the F.FWD ”* button to select
channel 42 (programme number 04).
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To change the channel number;
1. Press the F.FWD >> or REW << button to start
searching for the broadcast TV channel you
want.
F.FWD >>: Searches from low frequency to
high frequency.
REW <<: Searches in the reverse order.
At a channel that is broadcasting, a picture
appears on the TV screen. If a channel that is
not required appears on the TV screen, press
the F.FWD >» or REW “ button again.
OR
Press two number buttons to directly enter the
channel number you want.
2. Press the PLAY ® button.
3. Press the PLAY button again to store this
channel number when the picture from the
channel you want appears on the TV screen. If
you want to change the programme number
too, follow the steps on the next page.
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SETTING
UP

Controls TV Screen
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PLAY >
To change the programme number;
1. Press two numbered buttons to directly
enter the programme number you want.
For example, press the @ , and then @
OR
1. Press the PLAY » button.
2. Press the PLAY > button again so the
programme number is selected, then press two
number or PROG 4 /¥_ button to display the
desired programme number.
3. After entering the programme number, press
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To end, press the MENU button.

To preset "Pay-TV" programme:
Controls
TV Screen
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PLAY >
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MENU
Press the MENU button, and then ©.
Press the F.FWD >> or REW << button to display
a "pay-TV" programme.
If the picture displayed is a "pay-TV" programme,
ee Press the PLAY » button.
Press the PAUSE button to change the
Wee | display from "DECODER (—)" to "DECODER (v)".
Press the PLAY »& button twice to store the
programme.
The DEC “—" display changes to “v", indicating
that the channel has been stored.
To end, press the MENU button.
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SETTING
UP

Setting the clock using a PDC signal (Auto clock set)
When
this
VCR
is
tuned
to
a
channel
which
transmits
a
PDC
signal,
the
VCR's
clock
is
set
automatically.
If
the
VCR
receives
such
a
channel
while
pre-tuning
the
channels
automatically
by
the
procedure
shown
on
page
12,
the
current
time
appears
automatically
in
the
VCR's
display
after
pre-tuning
of
the
channel
is
completed.
This
function
operate
only
when
the
auto
clock
set
is
on.
To release this auto clock setting function, change the auto clock set to off.
To change theauto clock set on or off;
Controls TV Screen
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Turn
the
VCR
and
TV
on,
then
tune
the
TV
to
the
video
programmer
number.
Press the MENU button.
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Notes:
* If
the
PDC
signal
being
broadcast
by
a
station
does
not
contain
a
time
signal,
the
VCR's
clock
cannot
be
set
automatically
by
pre-tuning
the
VCR
to
the
channel.
In
this
case,
use
the
procedure
on
page
19
to
set
the
clock
manually.
*
The
time
which
has
been
set
automatically
may
drift
from
the
correct
time
depending
on
the
signal
condition
or
the
programme
being
broadcast.
In
this
case,
use
the
procedure
on
page
19
to
set
the
VCR's
clock
manually.
*
Ifthe
VCR's
clock
has
already
been
set
manually,
the
function
to
set
the
clock
using
a
PDC
signal
is
disabled
automatically.
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Setting the clock manually
Things to know before starting
« Turn the VCR and TV on, then set the TV to the
video programme number.
¢ While you are setting the clock, the display on
the TV screen will prompt you through the
procedure.
* Always press @) before a single-digit hour,
minute, day, month or year.
Controls TV Screen
If you press the wrong digit during clock setting,
press the 0000 button repeatedly until the
incorrect digit changes to "—", then enter the
correct digit.
* The clock must be set to the correct time before
programming the timer for unattended
recording.
Turn the VCR and TV on, then tune the TV to the
video programme number.
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After setting the date, press the MENU button.
The clock appears in the display of VCR.
Notes:
* If you wish to correct the time in the VCR's
display, after setting the clock time and date,
perform steps 1 through 5 to correct the time
and date, again.
* If the power is interrupted for more than 30
minutes, "— —:~ —" will appear in the VCR's
display and the time and date will need to be
reset.
SETTING
UP

Only use video cassettes with the (VHS) mark in
this VCR.
Insertion
Push the cassette through the door until the VCR
mechanism pulls it into the compartment.
The VCR automatically turns on and the indicator
turns on when the cassette is in place.
Removal
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EJECT
STOP/EJECT
Press the STOP/EJECT button on the VCR or the
EJECT button on the remote contro! handset.
The cassette will come partially out of the
compartment so you can pull it out.
* The indicator turns off when the cassette is
ejected.
¢ The cassette can be ejected with operate on or
off.
Remember that:
—The VCR automatically enters the playback
mode when a cassette without its safety tab is
inserted.
—When you press the REC button and a cassette
without the safety tab is inserted, "744 " will
flash in the VCR display for several seconds and
the cassette will be ejected automatically.
—Be sure to check the safety tab before inserting
a cassette for the above reasons.
Type of video cassette
The table below shows the recording time of
different cassettes.
TYPE SPEED SELECT SWITCH
SP LP
E-30 30 minutes 60 minutes
E-60 60 minutes 120 minutes
E-120 120 minutes 240 minutes
E-180 180 minutes 360 minutes
E-240 240 minutes 480 minutes
* Press the SP/LP button on the remote control
handset to select the recording speed before
recording. It is set to the correct speed
automatically during play, so it is not necessary
to change it over.
* |t is recommended to record in the SP mode for
higher quality picture and sound.
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To avoid erasing a
recording
Break off the safety tab
using a screwdriver or
similar tool.
To re-record on a cassette
which has its safety tab
removed
Cover the hole with
cellophane tape.