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Safety
Precautions
Warning:
To
prevent
fire
or
shock
hazard,
do
not
expose
this
equipment
to
rain
or
moisture.
CAUTION:
To
prevent
electric
shock,
match
wide
blade
of
plug
to
wide
slot,
fully
insert.
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
Waming:
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
A
DM
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
RISK
OF
ELECTRIC
SHOCK,
DO
NOT
REMOVE
COVER
(OR
BACK)
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symbol
alerts
the
user
that
important
literature
concerning
the
operation
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USER-SEPVICEABLE
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SERVICING
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QUALIFED
SERVICE
PERSONNEL
and
maintenance
of
this
unit
has
been
included.
Therefore,
it
shoutd
be
read
carefully
in
order
to
avoid
any
problems.
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Important
Safeguards
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DST.,
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Basic
Connection
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VCR,
VCR
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Location
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Controls
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Control,
VCR)
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Basic
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Record
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Other
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Important
Safeguards
and
Precautions
INSTALLATION
1
FOR
YOUR
SAFETY,
READ
AND
RETAIN
ALL
SAFETY
AND
OPERATING
INSTRUC-
TIONS,
HEED
ALL
WARNINGS
IN
THE
MANUAL
AND
ON
THE
UNIT
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.
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.
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
50
that
they
are
not
likely
to
have
anything
rest
on
them,
roll
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.
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.
AVOID
EXTREMELY
HOT
LOCATIONS
OR
SUDDEN
TEMPERATURE
CHANGES
Do
not
piace
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.
TO
AVOID
PERSONAL
INJURY
«
Do
not
place
unsecured
equipment
on
a
sloping
surface,
«
Do
not
place
this
unit
on
any
support
that
is
not
firm,
leve!,
and
adequately
strong.
The
unit
could
fall
causing
serious
injury
to
a
child
or
adult
and
damage
to
the
unit.
+
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
overtum.
»
Carefully
follow
all
operating
instructions
and
use
the
manufacturer's
recommended
accessories
when
operating
this
unit
or
connecting
it
to
any
other
equipment.
1
2
OUTDOOR
ANTENNA
INSTALLATION
SAFE
ANTENNA
AND
CABLE
CONNECTION
if
an
outside
antenna
or
cable
system
wec
wanau
is
connected
to
the
equipment,
fee
ANTENNA
be
sure
the
antenna
or.cable
system
wna
is
grounded
so
as
to
provide
some
protection
against
built
up
static
charges
and
voltage
surges.
la
Section
810
ot
the
nee
IMEC
RECTION
HIOIN
Electrical
Code,
ANSI/NFPA
70
(in
Canada,
part 1
of
the
Canadian
ee
nen
Electricat
Code)
provides
information
er
a
with
respect
to
proper
grounding
of
the
PA
ERIE
anouda
mast
and
supporting
structure,
grounding
(HAE
ART
298,
PART
HO
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.
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
6
KEEP
THIS
VIDEO
UNIT
AWAY
FROM
WATER
OR
MOISTURE
OF
ANY
KIND.
IF
EQUIPMENT
IS
EXPOSED
TO
RAIN,
MOISTURE,
OR
STRONG
IMPACT,
unpiug
the
unit
and
have
it
pos
by
a
qualified
service
technician
before
use.
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
afd
cable
system.
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
techniclan.
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
intemal
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.
USING
ACCESSORIES
Use
only
accessories
recommended
by
the
manufacturer
to
avoid
risk
of
fire,
shock,
or
other
hazards.
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
electrical
shock.
Any
substance
such
as
wax,
adhesive
tape,
etc.
may
mar
the
cabinet
surface.
Exposure
to
greasy,
humid,
or
pac:
areas
may
adversely
affect
intemal
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.
|
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
origina!
parts.
The
use
of
unauthorized
substitutes
may
result
in
fire,
electric
shock,
or
other
hazards.
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
rmanufacture's
service
literature
to
insure
that
the
video
unit
is
In
safe
operating
condition.
oes
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.
f
1
Press
in
and
up
on
the
latch
with
your
thumb
Accessories
nail
and
lift
off
the
lid.
Remote
Control
VSQS1560
2
Install
two
batteries
as
indicated
inside
the
Battery
Compartment.
TD
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6)
Batteries
a@—_
3
Fit
the
lid's
hinge
piece
into
the
indent
on
the
case,
and
snap
the
lid
into
place.
RF
Coaxial
Cable
VJAS0183
Battery
replacement
caution
*
Do
not
mix
old
and
new
batteries.
¢
Do
nat
mix
alkaline
with
manganese
batteries.
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order
accessories,
call
toll
free
1-800-211-PANA
(7262).
Product
Features
All
Channel
Auto
Set/
181-CH
TV/
CABLE
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Daylight
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Auto
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a
Quality
Picture
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Auto
Operation
Functions
(Auto
Playback,
Rewind,
Tape
Eject,
Power
Off)
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Easy-to-Read
English/
Spanish/
French
On-Screen
Displays
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Multi
Brand
TV/
Cable
Box/
DSS
Remote
Control
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Recording
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Program
Director
Remote
Control
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Special
Effects
Playback
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Special
VCR
Features
(VCR
Lock,
Blue
Back
ON/OFF,
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Beeper}
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Timer
Recording
Using
VCR
Buttons
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Scan
Search)
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VCR
and
Cassette
Information
Erase
Protection
(Record
Tab)
Cassettes
have
a
record
tab
to
ensure
that
recordings
are
not
accidentally
erased.
To
prevent
accidental
erasure,
Gaz:
\
with
a
screwdriver.
break
off
thet
To
record
again,
cover
the
hole
with
ce
a
tape.
Maximum
Record/Playback
Time
Only
use
tapes
with
the
mark
in
this
unit.
Type
of
Video
Cassette
Tape
Speed
Setting
T120
-1160
SP
2
Hours
(Standard
Play)
1
Hour
2
Hours
40
Minutes
nit
5
Hours
SLP
Head
Cleaning
Your
VCR
will
not
normally
require
head
cleaning,
however
the
heads
may
become
clogged
when
playing
an
old
or
damaged
tape.
Video
Heads
Sensor
System
If
head
cleaning
becomes
necessary,
the
VCR
will
display
the
screen
at
right
while
playing
back
a
recorded
signal.
To
exit this
screen,
push
PLAY
on
the
remote
control
or
VCR.
*
Use
“dry”
type
head
cleaning
cassette*
only.
*
Be
sure
to
follow
the
cleaning
tape
instructions
carefully.
Excessive
use
of
a
cleaning
cassette
can
shorten
head
life.
*
If
using
a
head
cleaning
cassette
does
not
solve
the
problem,
contact
your
nearest
Factory
Service
Center
or
authorized
Service
Center.
(See
page
28.)
VIDEO
HEADS
MAY
PLE
CLEANING
CASSETTE
OR
REFER
TO
MANUAL
END:PLAY
KEY
*
Cleaning
cassette
part
No.
NV-TCL30PT
is
recommended.
Reset
all
VCR
Memory
Functions
Use
when
moving
the
VCR
to
a
new
location,
or
if
a
mistake
was
made
in
the
One
Time
VCR
Setup
section.
+
Make
sure
a
tape
is
not
inserted
in
the
VCR.
1}
Tum
VCR
Power
on.
2)
Press
and
hold
both
PLAY
and
CHANNEL
A
on
the
VCR
for
more
than
5
seconds.
*
The
power
will
shut
off.
3)
Perform
the
One
Time
VCR
Setup
section
on
page
12.
D.S.T.
(Daylight
Saving
Time)
Your
VCR
can
be
set
to
automatically
adjust
the
clock
for
Daylight
Saving
Time.
(Page
13.)
Spring
(First
Sunday
in
April)
When
set
to
DST:ON,
the
VCR
will
automatically
set
the
clock
ahead
one
hour.
‘Autumn
(Last
Sunday
in
October)
When
set
to
DST:ON,
the
VCR
will
automatically
set
the
clock
back
one
hour.
*
if
your
area
does
not
observe
Daylight
Saving
Time,
select
DST:OFF.
*
Keep
these
time
changes
in
mind
when
programming
the
VCR
for
timer
recordings.
Specifications
120V
AC,
60
Hz
Approx.
18
watts
(Power
on}
Approx.
4.1
watts
(Power
off)
Video
Signal:
EIA
Standard
NTSC
color
Video
Recording
System:
2
rotary
heads
helical
scanning
system
(PV-8200)
4
rotary
heads
helical
scanning
system
(PV-8400)
Power
Source:
Power
Consumption:
Audio
Track:
1
track
(Normal)
Tuner:
Broadcast
Channels:
VHF
2-13,
UHF
14-69
CABLE
Channels:
Midband
A
through
|
(14-22)
Superband
J
through
W
(23-36)
Hyperband
AA-EEE
(37-64)
Lowband
A-5-A-1
(95-99)
Special
CABLE
channel
5A
(01)
Ultraband
65-94,
100-125
Operating
Temperature:
41°F~104°F
(5”C-40*C)
Operating
Humidity:
10%-75%
Weight:
7.5
Ibs.
(3.4
kg)
Dimensions:
14-15/16”
(W)
x
3-2/3”
(H)
x
12-3/16"
(D)
-
380
(W)
x
93
(H)
x
310
(D)
mm
Note:
Designs
and
specifications
are
subject
to
change
without
notice.
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Basic
Connection
ANTENNA
INDOOR
—
OUTDOOR
—
Cable
TV
ANTENNA ANTENNA
or
or
1
Disconnect
the
antenna
or
cable
from
your
TV
and
connect
`
it
to
the
VCR
(IN
FROM
ANT.)
VCR
Antenna
Cable
QA
A
3
Set
the
Output
Channel
of
your
VCR
RF
Coaxial
Cable
to
channel
3
or
4
(whichever
is
not
being
(VCR-TV
Connection
Cable)
(supplied)
transmitted
on
by
a
Local
TV
broadcast).
2
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
—:
AA
(Flat)
Twin
Lead
300-75
ohm
Transformer
300
Ohm
Cable
(not
supplied)
Case
2:
Twin
Lead
&
Coaxial
Cables
æt
UHF/VHF
Band
Mixer
:
(not
supplied)
(Round)
75
Ohm
coaxial
Cable
To
VCR
Terminal
Case
3:
Two
Twin
Lead
Cables
UHF/VHF
Band
Mixer
300-75
ohm
(not
supplied)
Transformer
(not
supplied)
To
VCR
Terminal
+
If
your
TV
has
both
post
and
plug-type
VHF
tarminals,
the
post
connection
is
recommended
to
minimize
signal
loss.
Between
VCR
and
TV
Case
1:
Screw
&
Plug
Type
Terminal
O
le)
3
3
D
O
=.
O
3
0
TV
UHF/VHF
Band
VHF
Separator
(not
supplied)
RF
Coaxial
Cable
Case
2:
Screw
Type
Terminal
75-300
ohm
Transformer
(not
supplied)
TV
UHF/VHF
Band
VHF
Separator
(not
supplied)
UHF
Case
4:
Complex
TV
Terminal
TERMINALS
ON
BACK
OF
TV
SET
ANT2
+
Connect
to
one
of
the
ANT
terminals
and
select
the
same
antenna
number
on
the
TV.
Other
Connections
:
All
connections
on
these
pages
are
made
with
75
Oh
ial
cables.
CABLE
Connections
Pages
are:
mage
w
m
coaxial
cables
Without
a
Converter/Descrambler
Box
IN
FROM
ANT.
VCR
You
can:
1)
Use
your
VCR
Remote
Control
to
select
channels.
2)
Program
one
or
more
unscrambled
channels
for
unattended
recording.
IN
FROM
CABLE
You
cannot:
OUT
TO
Tv
record
or
view
scrambled
channels
with
this
connection.
With
a
(CABLE
to
VCR)
Converter/Descrambler
Box
You
can:
Cable
TV
1)
Record
and
view
any
channel
including
Convener.
Box
scrambled
channels;
channel
selection
must
be
made
at
the
Cable
TV
Converter
Box.
VHF/UHF
OUT
TO
TV
2)
Program
one
channel
for
unattended
oe
recording.
You
Cannot:
select
channels
from
VCR
or
TV.
ou
watch
one
station
while
recording
another.
place
channel
in
memory
(pg.12)
other
than
the
cable
box
output
channel.
With
a
(VCR
to
TV)
Converter/Descrambler
Box
You
can
1)
Use
your
VCR
Remote
Control
to
select
channels.
IN
FROM
ANT.
2)
Program
unattended
recordings
of
more
than
one
unscrambled
channel.
IN
FROM
You
cannot:
record
scrambled
channels
with
this
connection.
Cable
TV
Converter
Box
iN
OUT
VHF/UHF
With
Two
Converter/Descrambler
Boxes
-
Converter
Box
1
IN
FROM
tf
you
want
to
record
and
view
a
combination
of
scrambled
and
unscrambled
channels,
you
will
need
additional
equipment.
This
connection
requires
two
converter
boxes,
an
A/B
switch,
and
a
2-way
splitter
as
shown
here.
CABLE
2-Way
Splitter
OUT
TO
TV
8
With
a
DSS
Receiver
You
can:
IN
FROM
CABLE
or
Antenna
IN
FROM
1)
Record
and
view
any
channel
including
Satellite
Dish
OUTTO
TV
'
scrambled
channels;
channel
selection
must
be
made
at
the
DSS
Receiver.
2)
Program
one
channel
tor
unattended
recording.
NOTE:
The
DSS
receiver
must
be
turned
off
to
view
programs
from
a
cable
box
or
antenna.
See
the
DSS
manual
for
details.
VHF/UHF
“pss
isa
registered
trademark
of
DIRECTV,
INC.,
a
unit
of
GM
Hughed
Electronics.
; .
.
If
your
TV
has
AUDIO
IN
and
VIDEO
IN
terminats,
you
can
connect
your
Audio/Video
Connections
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
to
enjoy
stereo
sound.
Audio/Video
Connections
IN
FROM
ANT
il
i
ll
|
fauno
IN
AUDIO
OUT
QS
1
Connect
the
VIDEO
OUT
terminal
on
the
VCR
to
the
VIDEO
IN
terminal
of
your
TV.
2
Connect
the
AUDIO
OUT
terminals
on
the
VCR
to
the
AUDIO
IN
terminals
of
your
TV.
3
Set
the
VIDEO/TV
selector
of
your
TV
(Monitor/Receiver)
to
“VIDEO.”
NOTE:
To
use
your
TV
as
a
VCR
monitor,
set
the
VIDEO/TV
selector
on
the
TV
(Monitor/Receiver)
to
“VIDEO.”
Note
to
CABLE
system
installer:
This
reminder
is
provided
to
call
the
CABLE
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.
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O
5
T
Remote
Control
Buttons
VCR
TV
See
pages
24,
25.
See
pages
24,
25.
POWER
DSS/CABLE
See
pages
12, 18, 19,
24,
25.
See
pages
24,
25.
VCR/TV
INPUT
See
pages
12,
17,
23,
25.
See
pages
17,
23,
25.
PLAY
FAST
FORWARD/SEARCH
See
pages
16,
21,
25.
See
pages
16,
20, 21,
25.
SELECT
UP
SET
See
pages
13~15,
18,
19,
22,
26.
See
pages
13-15,
18, 19,
22,
26.
REWIND/
SEARCH
STOP
See
pages
16,
20, 21,
25.
See
pages
14,
16,
17, 19,
21,
25.
SET/BACKSPACE
SELECT
DOWN
See
pages
13, 14,
18,
19.
See
pages
13~15,
18, 19,
22,
26.
ACTION
PROGRAM
See
pages
13~15,
22,
26.
See
pages
18,
19.
PAUSE
RECORD/TIME
See
pages
16, 17,
23,
25.
See
pages
17,
25.
NUMBERED
KEYS
SLOW
See
pages
14,
17,
20,
24,
25.
See
pages
16,
25.
DISPLAY/ENTER
ADD/DELETE
See
pages
15,
17,
22,
25.
See
pages
14,
19.
INDEX
CHANNEL
UP/DOWN
See
pages
20,
21.
(TRACKING
UP/DOWN)
See
pages
12-14,
16,
17,
23,
25.
SPEED
See
pages
17,
25.
ets
COUNTER
RESET
ZERO
SEARCH/
See
pages
22,
25.
1
MINUTE
SKIP
Front
View
of
the
VCR
Cassette
Compartment
See
pages
16, 17,
23.
See
pages
22,
25.
PLAY
See
pages
16,
19,
21, 23,
25.
STOP/EJECT
REWIND/SEARCH
See
pages
See
pages
16,
19,
20, 21,
25.
16, 17, 19,
21,
23,
25.
FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH
POWER
21,25.
See
pages
RECORD/TIME
12,
18,
19,
25
See
pages
oe ae
17, 19,
23,
25,
26.
CHANNEL
UP/DOWN
TRACKING/V-LOCK
See
pages
12,
16,
17,
23,
25.
VCR/TV
Selector
See
pages
12,
17,
23,
25.
See
pages
16,
19,
20,
Multi
Function
Display
See
pages
11,
16-19,
23.
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