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Things You Should Know
C
ongratulations
Date
of
Purchase
on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and Dealer Purchased From
reliable products on the market today. Used properly, Dealer Address
it will bring you and your family years of enjoyment. Dealer Phone No.
Please
fill
in
the
information
at
right.
The
serial
number
Model
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is
on
the
tag
located
on
the
back
of
your
VCR.
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Safety Precautions
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
Only use those tapes with the mark. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested
and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used.
FCC Warning: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.
CAUTION This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may
AN AN have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is
dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
CAUTION
TO
REDUCE
THE
RISX
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
.
R
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DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
(OR
BACK)
This
symbol!
alerts
the
user
that
important
literature
concerning
the
NO USER SEAVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
KETER ld TO OUADED Sa PERSONNEL operation and maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards and Precautions .......oooooooooccnonocncnaoannoracnnnonos e eau 3
Unpacking Your VCR «Product Features: a. orntociss tas ii di 4
VCR and Cassette Information (Record Tab, Tape Speeds, Head Cleaning, D.S.T., Specifications) ..... 5
Connections
Basic Connection (Antenna and VCR, VCR and TV) ecoooooocoonccononcnnconononcnnononccnnnnnncncanonnonnnanonnnnnnnss 6, 7
Additional Connections (CATV, Audio/Video) ......occoocococononcconannnn ono nano nennen nono noneonocononcnnnanns 8, 9
Getting Started
Location of Controls (Remote Control, VCR) ..........cccccscccscceesesseccccessesseccccessecceesececcesrersunaceces 10, 11
One Time VCR Setup (On-Screen Language, Channel Memory, Clock Set) .................eesseee 12, 13
On-Screen Displays (OSD) (Function, Channel, Menu, VCR Status & Clock, Warning) ..................... 14
Basic Operation
Playback a Tape (Main Operation, Special Effects, Quality Picture Features) ................... eee 15
Record On a Tape (Main Operation, One Touch Record, Channel Selection) .................... seen 16
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) (Connection, Main Operation, Monitoring, Select Input Mode) .......... 17
Timer Recording (Main Operation, Cancel, Clear or Replace Program Contents) .............. sess 18, 19
More You Can Do
Tape Operation (Repeat Play, One Minute Skip, Zero Search, Auto Functions, Index Search) ........ 20, 21
MTS Broadcast/ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System (Stereo/SAP/Mono Broadcast, Select Audio Mode) ..... 22, 23
Multi-Brand Control FealtUre......... ccce tone ias 24, 25
Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, Warning Beeper) ..........::c:cscccsececsssecocesecececccesccecaucessneeenarseceess 26
Other Information
Before Requesting Service (Self-check items) .................... cesses 27
Service Center LAST pr" 28
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Spanish Quick Use Gilde. «s oie doeet tette add 30, 31
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Ay Important Safeguards and Precautions
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN ALL
SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.
HEED ALL WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL AND
ON THE UNIT
INSTALLATION
1 POWER SOURCE CAUTION
Operate only from a power source indicated on the
unit or in this manual.
If necessary, have your Electric Utility Service Company
or Video Products Dealer verify the power source in your
home.
2 POLARIZED OR GROUNDING PLUG
As a safety feature, this Video product comes with either
a polarized power cord plug (one blade is wider than the
other), or a three-wire grounding type plug.
POLARIZED PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into an outlet one way. If you cannot
fully insert the plug, try reversing it. If it still will not fit, have
an electrician install the proper wall outlet. Do not defeat the
safety feature by tampering with the plug.
GROUNDING PLUG CAUTION:
This plug will only fit into a three-hole grounding outlet. If
necessary, have an electrician install the proper outlet. Do
not defeat the safety feature by tampering with the plug.
3 POWER CORD
Make sure power cords are routed so that they are not
likely to have anything rest on them, roli over them, or be
in the way of walking traffic.
If an extension cord is used, make sure it also has either
a polarized or grounded plug and that the cords can be
securely connected.
Frayed cords, damaged plugs, and damaged or cracked
wire insulation are hazardous and should be replaced by
a qualified service technician.
Overloaded outlets and extension cords are fire hazards
and should be avoided.
4 DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION HOLES
Ventilation openings in the cabinet release heat
generated during operation. If they are blocked, heat
build-up inside the unit can cause failures that may result
in a fire hazard or heat damage to cassettes.
For protection, follow these rules:
a. Never cover ventilation slots or the unit while in use,
or operate the unit when placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or
other soft surface.
b. Avoid built-in installation, such as a book case or rack,
unless proper ventilation is provided.
5 AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR
SUDDEN TEMPERATURE CHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of heater or
regulator, in direct sunlight, inside a closed vehicle, etc..
Do not move the unit suddenly between areas of
extreme temperature variation. If the unit is suddenly
moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture
may condense in the unit and on the tape.
6 TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
* Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping
surface.
* Support for the unit should be firm,
level, and adequately strong.
* An appliance and cart combination
should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart combination
to overturn.
* Carefully follow all operating instructions and use
the manufacturer's recommended accessories
when operating this unit or connecting it to any
other equipment.
OUTDOOR ANTENNA INSTALLATION
1 SAFE ANTENNA AND CABLE CONNECTION
If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna ANTENNA
or cable system is grounded so i hd
as to provide some protection
against built up static charges
and voltage surges. Section ANTENNA
810 of the National Electrical! PEC SECTION £10.20)
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 (in Canada, eo
part
1
of
the
Canadian
Electrical
IMEC
SECTION
810-21)
Code) provides information with GROUND CLAMPS
respect to proper grounding of the WER SERVICE GROUNDING
mast and supporting structure, grounding ERES RAT USO. DART M)
of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes
and requirements for the grounding electrode.
2 KEEP ANTENNA CLEAR OF HIGH VOLTAGE
POWER LINES OR CIRCUITS
An outside antenna system should be located well away from power lines,
electric light or power circuits and where it will never come into contact with
these power sources if it should happen to fall. When installing an outside
antenna, extreme care should be taken to avoid touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources as this could be fatal. Because of the
hazards involved, antenna installation should be left to a professional.
USING THE VIDEO UNIT
If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location, refer first
to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEP THIS VIDEO UNIT AWAY FROM WATER OR
MOISTURE OF ANY KIND.
2 IF EQUIPMENT IS EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by a qualified
service technician before use.
3 DURING AN ELECTRICAL STORM
During a lightning storm, whether indoors or outdoors, or before leaving the
, unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment from the
power source as well as the antenna and cable system. `
4 WHEN THE UNIT IS PLUGGED IN
* Never expose the unit to rain or water. DO NOT OPERATE if liquid has
been spilled into the unit. Immediately unplug the unit, and have it
inspected by a service technician. Fire and shock hazards can result from
electrical shorts caused by liquid contact inside.
* Never drop or push any object through openings in the unit. Some internal
parts carry hazardous voltages and contact can cause electric shock or fire
hazard.
* Avoid placing the unit directly above or below your TV set as this may
cause electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic
equipment.
5 USING ACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to avoid risk of fire,
shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANING THE UNIT
Unplug the unit. Then, use a clean, dry, chemically untreated cloth to gently
remove dust or debris. DO NOT USE cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air
that could over-spray, or seep into the unit and cause electrica! shock.
Any substance such as wax, adhesive tape, etc. may mar the cabinet surface.
Exposure to greasy, humid, or dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
SERVICE
1 DO NOT SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF
If, after carefully following the detailed operating instructions, this Video
product does not operate properly, do not attempt to open or remove covers,
or make any adjustments not described in the manual. Unplug the unit and
contact a qualified service technician.
2 IF REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE REQUIRED
Make sure the service technician uses only parts specified by the manufacturer,
or those having the same safety characteristics as the original parts. The use of
unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
3 HAVE THE SERVICE TECHNICIAN PERFORM
A SAFETY CHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service technician to
conduct a thorough safety check as described in the manufacture's service
literature to insure that the video unit is in safe operating condition.
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Unpacking Your VCR + Product Features
Unpacking Your VCR Loading the Batteries
The accessories below are provided to help
you use or set up your VCR.
the latch with your
thumb nail and lift off
the lid.
1 Push in and up on
Accessories
Remote Control
Soa VSQS1480
p Install two batteries
(EN, 9 as indicated inside the
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2
"AA"
Battery
Compartment.
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Batteries
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Fit the lid's hinge
3 piece into the indent
on the case, and snap
RF Coaxial the lid into place.
Cable
VJAS0183
Battery replacement caution
* Do not mix old and new batteries.
To order accessories, * Do not mix alkaline with manganese batteries.
call toll free 1-800-332-5368.
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Product Features
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Auto Daylight Saving TIMO secet reta dd iei eee ice ate ede De px eo ds ee ir M US 5
Auto Features for a Quality Picture ................ eese reete nane nnne rana a aae da taa ans 15
Auto Operation Functions (Auto Playback, Rewind, Tape Eject, Power off)... 20
Auto.Hepaat Fulietionsi d dish a A A 20
DiSItG AUTO. PICT CG otc e c re a acd tele A E I MET 15
Easy-to-Read English/Spanish/French On-Screen Displays .............................-- 12, 13, 18, 19
gir eR i-i T PERRO PER 5
MTS Broadcast System (Multi-channel Television Sound-Stereo, SAP, Mono) .......ccccccccseseceessesesesees 22
Multi Brand TV/Cable Box Remote Control .....oocooocccccccocccicanocccocononcnncnnann cnc cn cono nonnnnanononon 24, 25
One Mint c "Pm 20
One Month, 8 Program Timer Recording ..............ccccccccesscccssscssececscesesceceveseverscetseeesasenaees 18, 19
One Touch hecordirig (OTR) cack eoe ems cuis rrt e E tn eet er nee n ae Eee ael e tentent 16
Program Director Remote Control ................ sse nemen netten ine 18, 19
special:Etecls-PIayDdek «4 aset tien dad eie dit: 15
Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, Warning Beeper) ........cccccccssececcecccecenseccessccecessccesessensseeecases 26
Timer Recording Using VCR Buttons rin is 19
VHS AFE Store SIM AA N tese stets Tetas OA 23
VHS Index Search System (Direct Access Search, Index Scan Search) ............eees 21
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VCR
and
Cassette
Information
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Erase Protection (Record Tab) Reset all VCR Memory Functions
Cassettes have a record tab to ensure that Use when moving the VCR to a new location, or if a mistake
recordings
are
not
accidentally
erase.
was
made
in
the
One
Time
VCR
Setup
section.
"Ch - Make sure a tape is not inserted in the VCR.
To prevent accidental
erasure,
break
off
1)
Turn
VCR
Power
on.
with a screwdriver. Q 2) Push and hold both PLAY and CHANNEL A on the VCR
for more than 5 seconds.
* The power will shut off.
To record again, cover the 3) Perform the One Time VCR Setup section on page 12.
hole with cellophane tape.
Maximum
Record/Playback
Time
D.S.T.
(Daylight
Saving
Time)
;
VHS
NS
Spring
(First
Sunday
in
April)
Only
use
tapes
with
the
[dis
mark
in this
unit.
When
the
VCR
is
set
to
DST:ON,
it
automatically
adds
Type of Video Cassette one hour and adjusts the clock.
T120 T160
2 Hours
1 Hour 40 Minutes
NORMAL TIME 1:00 a.m. — a.m.
DAYLIGHT
:
SAVING
TIME
3:00
a.m.
4:00
a.m.
Autumn (Last Sunday in October)
6
Hours
When
the
VCR
is
set
to
DST:ON,
it
automatically
turns
back
one hour and adjusts the clock.
DAYLIGHT 1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
SAVING TIME :
NORMAL TIME
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Build-in Head Cleaner
A clean video head helps produce a clear picture.
So, we have equipped your VCR with a built-in, non
chemical head cleaning system that helps prevent
clogging of the video heads. Cleaning is performed
each time you load or unload a video cassette.
Note: This feature is preventative only. If your video
heads are seriously clogged, consider the use of sg: :
a chemical nOD aee. head cleaning kit or take Specifications
a a Power Source: 120V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: Approx. 23 watts (Power on)
Approx. 7 watts (Power off)
Head Cleaning Video Signal: EIA Standard NTSC color
Video Recording System: 4 rotary heads helical
scanning system
A
1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
Your VCR will not normally require head cleaning,
however the heads may become clogged when playin :
an old or damaged iane. 99 paying Audio Track: 1 track (Normal)
. 2 channel (Hi-Fi Audio Sound)
Video Heads Sensor System Tuner:
If head cleaning becomes Broadcast Channels: VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69
necessary, the VCR will CATV Channels: Midband A through | (14-22)
display the screen at right V IDEO HEADS MAY Superband J through W (23-36)
while
playing
back
a
NEED
CLEANING
-Hyperband
AA-EEE
(37-64
recorded signal. PLEASE INSERT HEAD yperba )
To exit this screen, push PLAY | GA REFER TO MANUAL Lowband A-5~A-1 (95-99)
on the remote control or VCR. Special CATV channel 5A (01)
» Use "dry" type head END:PLAY KEY Ultraband 65-94, 100-125
cleaning cassette* only. Operating Temperature: 41°F~104°F (5°C~40°C)
* Be sure to follow the cleaning tape instructions Operating Humidity: — 1095-7575
carefully. Excessive use of a cleaning cassette can Weight: 7.5 Ibs. (3.4 kg)
sheden modd To: Dimensions: 14-15/16" (W) x 3-2/3" (H) x
> if ueing a head cleaning eaaa does ae ave the : 11-13/16" (D)
problem, contact your nearest Factory Service Center F
or authorized Service Center. 380 (W) x 93 (H) x 300 (D) mm
* Cleaning cassette part No. NV-TCL30PT is Note: Designs and specifications are subject to change
recommended.
without
notice.
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Basic Connection
ANTENNA
INDOOR — | OUTDOOR —— Cable TV
ANTENNA ANTENNA
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Disconnect the antenna or cable
from your TV and connect it to the
VCR (IN FROM ANT.)
VCR
Antenna Cable
(0 Ad,
LS
Rer
Set the Output Channel
of your VCR
to channel 3 or 4 {whichever is not being
transmitted on by a Local TV broadcast).
RF Coaxial Cable
(VCR-TV Connection Cable) (supplied)
Connect the VCR to your TV
with the RF Coaxial Cable (OUT TO TV).
WARNING
When
using
"Nut
type"
RF
coaxial
cables,
tighten
with
fingers
only.
Overtightening
may
damage
terminals.

Between Antenna and VCR
Case 1: Twin Lead Cable Only
To VCR Terminal
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REG
(Flat) Twin Lead 300 300-75 ohm Transformer
Ohm Cable (not supplied)
Case 2: Twin Lead & Coaxial Cables
Eo
UHF/VHF
Band Mixer
(not supplied)
A
(Round) 75 Ohm
coaxial Cable
To VCR Terminal
Case 3: Two Twin Lead Cables
UHF/VHF
Band Mixer
300-75 ohm Transformer
(not supplied)
To VCR Terminal
* If your TV has both post and plug-type VHF
terminals, the post connection is recommended
to minimize signal loss.
(not supplied)
Between VCR and TV
Case 1: Screw & Plug Type Terminal
TV
UHF/VHF Band Separator
(not supplied) VHF
RF Coaxial Cable
Case 2: Screw Type Terminal
TV
75-300 ohm Transformer
(not supplied)
Case 3: Double Screw Type Terminal
UHF/VHF Band Separator TV
(not supplied) VHF
UHF
Case 4: Complex TV Terminal
TERMINALS ON BACK OF TV SET
Split out
* Connect to one of the ANT terminals and select
the same antenna number on the TV.
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Additional Connections
CATV(Cable) Connections All connections on this page are made with 75 Ohm coaxial cables.
Without a Converter/Descrambler Box
VCR IN FROM ANT. TV
You can:
1) Use your VCR Remote Control to select channels. ==>
2) Program one or more unscrambled channels for
unattended recording. > ps
y
You cannot: ~A OUT TO TV eS
record or view scrambled channels IN FROM FY
with this connection. CABLE v
HF/UHF
With a (CABLE to VCR) Converter/Descrambler Box
You can: Cable TV Converter
Box
1) Record and view any channel including
scrambled channels; channel selection
must be made at the Cable TV Converter
IN FROM
Box. CABLE
2) Program one channel for unattended
recording.
VHF/UHF
You cannot:
select channels from VCR or TV.
With a (VCR to TV) Converter/Descrambler Bo
X
You can: VCR
1) Use your VCR Remote Control to select channels.
2) Program unattended recordings of more than
one unscrambled channel. IN FROM
CABLE SB
You cannot:
record scrambled channels with this connection.
Cable TV
Converter IN
Box OUT VHF/UHF
With Two Converter/Descrambler Boxes
If you want to record and view Converter Box 1
a O f scrambled 3 TEM US
and unscrambled channels, VCR
you
will
need
additional
=5
2-Way
IN
FROM
ANT.
equipment. as IN Splitter
This
connection
requires
;
<r
two converter boxes, Bigs iG
an A/B switch, and
a 2-way splitter
as shown here.
OUT TO TV

If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN terminals, you can connect
Audio/Video Connections your VCR to them to receive a higher quality picture and sound. If
your TV is not stereo, you can connect a stereo amplifier to the VCR
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Audio/Video Connections
IN FROM ANT
1 Connect the VIDEO OUT terminal on the VCR to the VIDEO IN terminal of your TV.
2 Connect the "L" and “R” AUDIO OUT terminals on the VCR to the “L” and "R" AUDIO IN terminals of your TV.
3 Set the VIDEO/TV selector of your TV (Monitor/Receiver) to "VIDEO." l
NOTE: To use your TV as a VCR monitor, set the VIDEO/TV selector on the TV (Monitor/Receiver) to "VIDEO."
Use the L Audio In jack for proper sound reproduction when connecting to a monaural TV.
Stereo Amplifier Connections
When you connect your VCH to a
Stereo Component System, you Stereo Amplifi
can view the picture from the VCR EU
while enjoying stereo from your
audio system.
Connect the "L" and "R" AUDIO
OUT terminals on the VCR to the
"L" and “R” AUDIO IN terminals of
your stereo.
Note to CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC in USA (and to the
Canadian Electrical Code in Canada) 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.

Remote Control Buttons
VCR
TV
See
pages
24,
25.
See
pages
24,
25.
POWER
CATV
See
pages
12, 18,
19.
See
pages
24,
25.
VCR/TV
INPUT
See
pages
12,
16.
See
pages
16,
17.
PLAY
FAST
FORWARD/SEARCH
See
pages
15,
21.
See
pages
15,
21.
SELECT
UP
SET
See
pages
12-14,
18-20,
26.
See
pages
12-14,
18-20,
26.
REWIND/
SEARCH
STOP
See
pages
15,
21.
See
pages
15,
16, 19,
21.
SET/BACKSPACE
SELECT
DOWN
See
pages
12,
13,
18,
19.
See
pages
12-14,
18-20,
26.
MENU
PROGRAM
See
pages
12-14,
20,
26.
See
pages
18,
19.
PAUSE
RECORD/TIME
See
pages
15, 16,
17.
See
page
16.
NUMBERED
KEYS
SLOW
See
pages
13,
16.
21,
24.
See
page
15.
DISPLAY/ENTER
ADD/DELETE
See
pages
14,
16,
20, 22,
25.
See
pages
13,
19.
INDEX
CHANNEL
UP/DOWN
See
page
21.
(TRACKING
UP/DOWN)
See
pages
12,
13,
15-17.
SAP/Hi-Fi
See
page
23.
VOLUME
UP/DOWN
SPEED
See
page
25.
See
page
16.
ZERO
SEARCH/
COUNTER
RESET
1
MINUTE
SKIP
See
page
20.
See
page
20.
Front
View
of
the
VCR
CHANNEL
UP/DOWN
STOP/EJECT
Uat
noo
Cassin
Combar
1047
19,
21,
26
ee
pages
12,
15~17.
assette
Compartment
;
16,
17,
19;
21,
26.
See
pages
15,
16,
17.
Ferd
AD
Ad
See pages 15, 19, 21.
POWER
See pages
12, 18, 19.
RECORD/TIME
See pages 16, 17, 19.
VCR/TV
Selector
PLAY
See
pages
12,
16,
17.
REMOTE
See
pages
15,
17,
19,
21.
SENSOR
Multi
Function
Display
REWIND/SEARCH
See
pages
11,
15-19.
See
pages
15,
19,
21.
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Multi Function Display
VCR Indicator
Lights when the VCR/TV
selector is set to VCR.
Hi-Fi Indicator
Lights when Hi-Fi audio is
monitored or played back.
Power
Indicator
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VCR
Hi-Fi
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Lights
when
power
is
on.
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Qum
imer
Indicator
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Lights
when
the
VCR
is
set
for
a
Li
. "1^ Timer Recording, or when a length
IN m l Ohi is set for a normal recording.
Flashes when a Timer Recording
is set, but a tape has not been
inserted into the VCR.
Clock/Status/Channel/Speed Display
Displays the current time.
Briefly displays VCR status when a function button is pushed.
Briefly displays the channel number, or “L” when a channel or
line input is selected.
Briefly displays the recording speed when SPEED is pushed.
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Rear View of the VCR
AC Power Plug
: Audio Output Connector (L/R)
While pl i
Whio plugged into an A: -Sge pagese 971. 92 Video Output Connector
electrica! power in OFF condition. See pages 9, 17, 22.
LA pere
SS ARA AAA TT Um DUDUUUODUO (A VHF/UHF Antenna
See pages 6-9, 22.
VHF/UHF Antenna
Output Terminal
See pages 6-9, 17, 22.
Video Input Connector
Audio Input Connector (L/R) See page 17.
See page 17.
Channel 3/4 Switch
See pages 6, 12.
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Op One Time VCR Setup
When the VCR power is first turned on,
the language select and channel auto
set screen appear automatically
followed by a prompt to set the clock.
(SA check list before you begin.
C] All TV and VCR connections are made.
(See pages 6-9.)
Back of VCR
Using AV 4 keys (®©,
Whenever a menu or v
program screen is displayed,
the PLAY, STOP, REWIND,
and FF buttons on the remote
contro! function as AV 4P only.
For play, stop, rewind, and fast
forward functions, use
the buttons on the VCR.
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To Set the Language, Channels, and Clock
D
zum
Turn
TV
and
VCR
on.
O
Tune TV to VCR output channel (the same
one you set on the back of the VCR: CH3 or CH4).
SELECT LANGUAGE
PUSH VCR CH a: ENGLISH
8) ck Push CH A for English
= g on-screen displays.
PULSE YCR CH Y: ESPAÑOL
or APP. VCR/TV — : FRANCAIS
. Push CH Y for Spanish
SE on-screen displays.
or
verry Push VCR/TV for French
O on-screen displays.
* You can also set the language using the buttons on the VCR.
* If wrong language is set, see the “Reset all VCR Memory
Functions” section on page 5.
* The VCR should be connected to an antenna or cable
box (page 6-9).
* If using a cable box, leave it on for auto channel set.
c« PushCHA to start Channel Auto Set.
(^) $ '' PLEASE SET CLOCK BY PUSHING MENU KEY” appears.
Push MENU to display the
Q : SET CLOCK screen.
ELECT MONTH
^
Push
AV
to
select
SELECT
:A
Y
KEY
(8)
«C3»
the
MONTH,
andthen
—
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Y
push
P
to
enter.
* Make each entry within 5 minutes, or
the VCR exits the Set Clock screen.
AS Push AV and 4h to Remaining items
«C» Select and set remaining «Date - Year
v Items at right. ‘Time + D.S.T.
; ; f i (Daylight Saving Time
* Pushing € will move back to an see page 5.)
item for correction.
m Push MENU twice to
O start the clock and exit
this mode.
. SET COMPLETED
SET :4 > KEY
START :MENU KEY

SELECT/SET
(AV 4b)
keys
MENU
NUMBERED ADD/DELETE
keys
CHANNEL UP
To Change On-Screen Display Language
1 Push MENU to display the menu.
SET UP VCR
SET CLOCK
2 Push AV to select
the
language.
FID
OMA
LANGUE
Ren
sH
SELECT :4 v KEY
English: LANGUAGE SELECT :a v d
Spanish: IDIOMA END MEN KEY
French: LANGUE
3 Push P repeatedly to change the language.
SET UP VCR
SET CLOCK
ET UP CHANNEL | PREPARAR VCR
IO IGMA/ LANGUES FIJAR RELOJ
FIJAR CANA
L
MEMO: esd REGLAGE MAGNETOSCOPE
REGLAGE HOALOGE
REGLAGE CANAL
CAAT FRANCA 1S
ELEGIR:A Y
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ERMINAR :MENU SEL. a V
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4 Push MENU to exit this mode.
When Using the 100 key
When selecting CATV channels 100 to 125 with the
NUMBERED keys, first push the 100 key and then
enter the remaining two digits.
For example, to select channel 125:
Push NUMBERED keys 100, then 2, then 5.
] *
j CY
To Replace Channels in Memory
In case you have cable installed, etc.
I1 Push MENU to display the
menu.
2 Push AV to select "SET UP
CHANNEL," and then push
» to display the "SET UP
CHANNEL" screen.
3 Push AY to select
"ANTENNA SYSTEM," and
then push » to set your
antenna system (TV or CATV).
4 Push AY to select "AUTO
SET,” and then push P to
display the “CHANNEL AUTO SET” screen.
* If you use a cable box, it must be
left on for auto channel set.
5 Push CH A to start Channel Auto Set.
* To exit this mode, push MENU twice.
SET UP VCR
SET CLOCK
SET UP CHANNEL
1D IOMA 7 LANGUE: ENGLISH
*-- SET UP CHANNEL ---
ae) : CATV
AUTO SET
SELECT :a Y KEY
: KE
¡MENU KEY
To Set or Reset the Clock
In case the clock is wrong, or a power failure occurred.
1 Push MENU to display the
menu. SET ye VCR
SET UP CHANNEL
fO LOMA? LANGUE: ENGL I SH
2 Push AY to select “SET
CLOCK,” and then push >
to display the “SET CLOCK”
screen.
3 Push AV and 4» to select
and set the time and date.
4 Push MENU twice to start the | seuecr:a v «ev
clock and exit this mode. BR. COMER EY
To Add or Delete a Channel
1 Select a channel using the
NUMBERED keys to add
or CH A/Y to delete.
2 Push ADD/DLT to add or
delete the channel.
* To select a channel once it's
deleted, use the NUMBERED
keys on the remote control.
Deleted channels will flash in the Multi
Function Display on the VCR when selected.
CHANNEL 08 ADDED
CHANNEL 08 DELETED
NOTES) ` This VCR will accurately maintain its calendar up to Dec. 31, 2015, 11:59PM.
Normal TV or Cable channels are automatically selected and placed in memory depending on how your VCR is hooked up.
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Function & Channel Display
When a function button is PLAY
pushed, e.g. PLAY, or you
change channels, a 4 second
display appears first in large
and then small characters.
Menu Screen
1 Push MENU to display
the menu. SET UP ver
SET UP CHANNE
L
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2 Push AV and P to
make your selection.
* To get the most from each feature, please read the
Operating Manual before attempting any operation.
VCR Status & Clock Display
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Push
DISPLAY
to
display
or
DISPLAY remove the overl hown .
EC re overlay shown below
Function Status
Current Time
Channel
Rec Time
Remaining
(OTR mode only
see page 16.)
REC 12:00AM CHOB
0:25 0:00:
00
SLP
Tape Speed
Broadcast Audio
Being Received
(See page 22.)
* This display will
disappear in 5 seconds.
Counter
Blank Tape/ No Video Signal Indication
When a blank section of tape comes up in Play
mode, or the selected channel has no broadcast
signal, the TV screen will turn solid blue.
Warning and Instruction Displays
These displays will alert you of a missed operation or
provide further instructions.
If no active channels are
found for CHANNEL
MEMORY...
(See page 12.)
If you attempt to set or
review a Timer Recording
and the Clock is not set...
(See page 18.)
After a Timer Program
has been set...
(See page 18.)
If you push REC on the
remote control or VCR,
and a cassette is inserted
with no record tab...
(See page 16.)
If you push PLAY, FF, REW,
or REC on the remote
control or VCR without
a cassette inserted...
(See pages 15, 16.)
If you push POWER or
STOP during a Timer
Recording...
(visible in VCR mode only)
(See page 19.)
If head cleaning becomes
necessary while playing
back a tape...
(See page 5.)
NO CH FOUND
PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA
CABLE CONNECTION THEN
PUSH VCR CH UP KEY AGAIN
PLEASE SET CLOCK
BEFORE PROGRAMMING
TURN VCR OFF
FOR TIMER RECORDING
CHECK CASSETTE
RECORD TAB
NO CASSETTE
PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE
TO CANCEL TIMER REC
PUSH POWER THEN STOP KEY
VIDEO HEADS MAY
NEED CLEANING
PLEASE INSERT HEAD
CLEANING CASSETTE
OR REFER TO MANUAL
END:PLAY KEY
If you push a function button
other than STOP/EJECT or
POWER while the VCR is in
VCR Lock mode...
(See page 26.)
VCR LOCK ACTIVATED
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Playback a Tape
Insert a cassette.
* VCR power comes on automatically.
This indicator lights in the Nėr-
Multi Function Display. “aN
. Push PLAY on the remote or VCR
©) to start playback.
* Playback begins automatically
if cassette has no record tab.
- Push STOP on the remote or VCR
to stop playback.
(Gl), sos; PUSH STOP/EJECT on the VCR
to eject the cassette.
I check list before you begin.
O All connections are made.
(See pages 6-9.)
EJ TV and VCR are plugged in.
E] TV is turned on and set to the VCR
channel (CH 3 or 4).
TRACKING/ Multi FF/REW S ;
V-LOCK Function Search * You may eject a cassette with power on or off.
Display
To Find a Particular Scene During Playback
i O Push REW or FF during playback
; to search for a scene.
: © Search speed for SP mode tapes is 9 times and
: "peor ; SLP mode tapes is 27 times the normal speed.
* Some noise bars will appear during search.
Special Effects During Playback
These features work best in SP or SLP mode. The sound will be muted.
Slow Motion Playback
Push SLOW to start slow motion playback.
Push PLAY or SLOW to release.
Still (Freeze) Frame Picture
Push PAUSE to freeze and release the picture.
* To reduce picture noise, first push SLOW. Then, use CH (TRACKING)
A/V to clear up the picture, then push PAUSE.
Frame by Frame Advance
In Still mode, hold down SLOW to advance the still picture one
frame at a time. Push PAUSE to release.
Features for a Quality Picture
Digital Auto Picture
This feature automatically controls the video output signal for less
noise depending on the tape condition.
Digital Auto Tracking
This feature continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for optimum
picture quality.
Manual Tracking Control (to reduce picture noise
Caution: Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture noise.
Please inspect your cassette tapes and To return to Auto Tracking mode, push POWER off and then on again.
remove any loose or peeling labels to
prevent them from becoming jammed V-Lock Control (to reduce picture jitter
in your unit, . In Still mode, CH (TRACKING) A/V operate as a
x V-Lock control. Push A/W unti! the picture is stabilized.
* After the VCR is in Still or Slow mode for 3 minutes, it will switch to,
the Stop mode automatically to protect the tape and the video head.
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Push CH (TRACKING) A/Y during playback until the picture clears up.
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d aeo. list before you begin.
O All connections are made.
(See pages 6-9.)
O VCR is Plugged in.
[] TV is turned on and set to the VCR
channel (CH3 or CH4).
Insert a cassette with record tab.
* VCR power comes on automatically.
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Push CH À/V or
NUMBERED keys to
select a channel.
Or, push CHANNEL 4/¥
on the VCR.
* Holding down CH A/Y will
increase the channel search speed.
To record from an outside source, push CH A/W
or INPUT to select "LINE" (see page 17).
Multi Function
Display
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Push SPEED to change
the recording speed.
* SP = Standard Play
- LP = Long Play
SLP = Super Long Play
(See page 5.)
CHANNEL
Up/Down
VCR/TV
Des d
SLP
- Push REC/TIME on the remote contro! or
VCR
to
start
recording.
* To edit out unwanted portions, push PAUSE to pause
. A the recording in progress.
To release, push PAUSE again. (After the VCR has
been in Pause mode for 5 minutes, it will stop
automatically to protect the tape and video head.)
One Touch Timer Recording (OTR)
The VCR starts recording and turns itself off at a preset time.
In step 4, push REC/TIME repeatedly to set the length of the
recording. Each push will change the stop time as shown.
Cie Rec —»0:30 — 1:00
4:00 4—- 3:00 4— 2:00 4— 1 ME
* “TIMER” lights in the Multi Function Display.
* The remaining recording time can be displayed by pushing
DISPLAY in OTR mode.
. Push STOP to
stop recording.
.. * Or, push STOP/EJECT on the VCR.
Record One Program While Watching
Another
1 Push VCR/TV while recording is in progress to turn
Selecting Channels at the VCR
1 Turn your TV and VCR on.
off the VCR indicator in the Multi Function Display.
2 Use the TV channel controls to select a program.
The VCR will continue to record your program
while you watch any channel you choose.
* To switch back and forth between the recording and
viewing channel, push VCR/TV.
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* VCR Indicator lights on the Multi Function Display.
If indicator doesn't light, push VCR/TV to turn it on.
2 Use CH A/Y on the remote control or VCR to select
channels.
* To switch back to TV channel selection, push VCR/TV to
turn VCR indicator off, or simply turn the VCR power off.

Lla
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Copying
Your
Tapes
(Dubbing)
Connections you'll need to make. (Choose front or rear connection.)
* When connecting to a normal VCR, use the L Audio In jack for proper sound reproduction.
Playing (Source) VCR Recording (Editing) VCR TV for Monitoring
CAudio Out (L) ) Out (L)
SLT
CH3 or 4
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LÀ
] a
Ze a Audio In (R)
Audio Out (R)
Insert a pre-recorded
tape into the Playing
(Source) VCR.
Insert a blank tape
with record tab into the
Recording (Editing) VCR.
Select “LINE” Input mode on the
Recording (Editing) VCR. (See
“Selecting the Input Mode” at right.)
Push PLAY on the Playing VCR.
Push PAUSE at the desired starting point.
Push REC on the Recording VCR, and
then push PAUSE immediately thereafter.
Push PAUSE on both VCRs at
the same time, to begin copying.
To Edit Out Unwanted Parts
Push PAUSE on the recording VCR while copying is in
progress. Push PAUSE again to resume dubbing.
Push STOP on both
VCRs to stop copying.
To Monitor Dubbing on Your TV
1 Turn your TV on and tune to the Recording
VCR channel (CH3 or CH4).
2 Set the VCR/TV Selector on the Recording
VCR to "VCR."
Selecting the Input Mode
, Push INPUT. The display will
' INPUT change in the order below.
Channel ———» LINE
( Number )
or
ei: Push CH A/V. The display will
, change in the order below.
1— 2—3
( (CATV) (TV) )
LINE«4—— 125 or 69
* When LINE is selected, "L" is displayed in the
Multi Function Display for about 4 seconds.
Caution:
Unauthorized exchanging and/or copying of
copyrighted recordings may be copyright infringement.
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time, daily, or weekly program while you
are away or otherwise occupied. Up to 8
programs can be stored in memory.
fe list before you begin.
[ All connections are made.
(See pages 6-9.)
TV and VCR are plugged in and turned on.
VOR/TV selector is set to “VCR.”
[ Clock is set to correct time.
[_] Record tab in place. (See page 5.)
© Multi Function Display
9-9-9
Timer Recording
Push PROG to display foare, stant stor
the program screen.
CH
SLP
ELECT START DATE
SELECT .4 Y KEY
* If a program is already in memory, SET ib KEY
push AY and P to select an unused END — :PROG KEY
program number.
a . Push AV and P to select and
«S» set one of the following:
bd + 1-31 =One time recording
* DAILY «Same time MON~FRI
* WEEKLY «Same time once a week
Example
Today's — 7 SELECTA / V Selection Order DAILY
as? rrensea, 3171 — 2n G
Date L
WEEKLY ..... WEEKLY, — WEEKLY
(SAT) (MON) (SUN)
a Push AV and 4> Remaining Items
B) T. to select and set pbi:
«SG» _. _ * START time
= each of the remaining . STOP time
items at right. * CH(annel) number,
or LINE for outside
source recording
* Speed (SP, LP, SLP)
To Make Corrections
Repeatedly push P to move the cursor to the right,
or € to move to the left to the incorrect entry and
make the correction.
Do
To Enter More Programs
Push AY and P to select and set a blank
program number, and then repeat steps 2 and 3.
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POWER
Push
POWER
off
"CE
REN
to
set
the
timer.
gt
MER
* When recording programs via
a cable box, make sure the
cable box is left ON and
tuned to the desired channel.
Push PROG to end
the program.
* This screen appears for
confirmation.
P DT START STOP CH SPD
1DAY 9:00A12:00A 08 SP
4 -- ton --i-- -- --
CANCEL :ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:4 Y KEY
ENTER :» KEY
ENO :PROG KEY
Push PROG to exit this
mode and return to the
normal screen.
Multi Function Display
NN * Á cassette with no record tab is ejected and TIMER indicator flashes when the power is turned off to set the timer.
* If the start times of two programs overlap, the lower numbered program will have priority.
NOTES
*
If
the
start
time
for
a
timer
recording
comes
up
during
a
normal
recording
or
One
Touch
Recording
(page
16),
the timer recording will not be performed.
* If there is a power interruption of more than one minute, the recording will not be performed or continue.

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Cancel
a
Timer
Recording:
(Recording
is in
progress)
Push
POWER
and
then
STOP
within
10
seconds
to
cancel
the timer recording.
* The TIMER indicator goes out in the Multi Function Display.
Replace Program Contents:
rai ü DT START STOP CH SPD
1 Push PROG to display all currently 2 5 10:000 12:00P 125 SLP
set
programs.
4
SU
9:00P10:00P
L
SLP
SELECT 1-8:4 Y KE
2 Push AV and P to select and set a ENTER > key E '
program number. (See page 18.)
3 Push AV and 4P to select and set de LE COH
SELECT/SET replacement timer information. SAT 10:00P12:00P 125
(AY 4>) SUP
keys 4. Push PROG twi itthis mode.
us ice to exit this mode. AAA
SET ¡4 > KEY
END :PROG KEY
PROG
Review or Clear Program Contents:
(Recording is not in progress)
ADO/DELETE
P
DT
START
STOP
CH
SPD
;
1
Push
PROG
to
display
all
currently
set
programs. 4 SU 9:00P10:00P L SLP
CANCEL :ADD/DLT KEY
SELECT 1-8:4 Y KEY
2 Push AY to select a program number. | ENTER :» «ev
END ¡PROG KEY
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NEN P DT START STOP CH SPD
4 Push PROG to exit this mode. M o eL PIS EE
3 10 8:00 9:00P 10 SP
4 SU $:00P10:00P L SLP
SELECT 1-B:A Y KEY
ENTER : KEY
END ¡PROG KEY
Timer Recording Using VCR Buttons
(Make sure a cassette tape is not inserted in the VCR.)
I Hold down STOP/EJECT and push REW to enter the
Program mode.
2 Push FF or REC/TIME repeatedly or hold down
to make selections.
3 Push PLAY to set the item and move on.
incl x . XN xd. “hea * To make corrections, repeatedly push PLAY to move the cursor
to the right, or REW to move to the left to the incorrect entry and
(>) make the correction.
T3 a p V wur 4 Push STOP/EJECT and REW together to display program
contents after all items have been entered.
* You cannot clear programs with the VCR buttons.
5 Hold down STOP/EJECT and push REW, (release REW first,
and then release STOP/EJECT) to exit this mode.
6 Insert a cassette with record tab and push POWER off to
set the timer.

(== Tape Operation
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Your VCR is equipped with several
time saving features as well as
convenient automatic functions making
tape operation easier than ever.
Auto Operation Functions
Auto Playback
When a tape is inserted, the power
turns on (Auto). If the record tab* is
removed, playback begins (Auto).
Auto Rewind
When a tape reaches its end during
playback, fast forward or manual
record, the VCR will rewind and go
into Stop mode.
Playback Auto Eject
(Repeat Play is "OFF.")
When a tape without a record tab* is
played to its end, the VCR will rewind
and then eject the tape.
Memory Rewind Off
When the POWER button is pushed
during rewind, the VCR will turn off
after rewind is complete.
* For record tab information, see page 5.
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Repeat Play
The VOR Nn pay: your recording over and over.
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- Push MENU to
o display themenü: —"T WEN IER
8 2 ` Push AV to select |sasr:a v «ev
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“SET
UP
VCR,
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and
END:
then push P to display .
~ the "SET UP VCR” screen.
CL
SET UP CHANNEL
^ Push AV to select SET UP VOR
«ED» "REPEAT PLAY," and : ON
SY then push P to select
OON
or
"OFF.
:
SELECT:A
Y
KEY
*
The
VCR
plays
back
the
tape
to
its
SET
“>
KEY
end
or
until
a
blank
portion
of
over
END
—
:MENU
KEY
30 seconds is detected (erased
portions are not considered blank). The tape is then rewound
and played again and again until Repeat Play is turned off.
do
Push MENU twice to return
to the normal screen.
One Minute Skip
The VCR rapidly skips over one minute of tape.
A “en. Push ZERO/ 1 MIN
O
in Play mode.
1 MIN
* The VCR will go into FF search mode and skip over 60 seconds
of recorded time. Normal playback will then resume.
Zero Search
To quickly return to a specific tape location.
(E)
-
Push
DISPLAY
to
STOP
12:00AM
,
CHOS
FEES
display
the
Time
ur
(STEREO)
(SAP
MON 4
Counter overlay.
COUNTER
Push
COUNTER
STOP
12:00AM
,
.CHOB
C)
RESET
to
reset
the
bi^
Reset
Time
Counter
to
(SAP)
od
*
“9:00:00.”
* This may be done at as many places
as you wish on the tape.
© zero) Push ZERO/1MIN
O) in Stop mode.
1 MIN * The VCR will go into FF or REW mode and stop at
the last point the Time Counter was set to 0:00:00.