Panasonic PV-VS4821-K User manual

PV-VS4821-K
LSQT0388B
Initial Setup
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Video Cassette Recorder
Operating Instructions
Model No.
Connections and Initial Setup Procedures are on pages 8 to 15.

INSTALLATION
1 POWERSOURCECAUTION
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 POLARIZEDORGROUNDINGPLUG
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.
POLARIZEDPLUGCAUTION:
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.
GROUNDINGPLUGCAUTION:
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 POWERCORD
Make sure power cords are routed so 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.
4 DONOTBLOCKVENTILATIONHOLES
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 AVOIDEXTREMELYHOTLOCATIONSOR
SUDDENTEMPERATURECHANGES
Do not place the unit over or near any kind of
heater or radiator, 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 TOAVOIDPERSONALINJURY
• Do not place unsecured equipment on a
sloping surface.
• Do not place this unit on any support
that is not firm, level, and adequately
strong. The unit could fall causing
serious injury to a child or adult
and damage to the unit.
• Anappliance andcart 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
usethemanufacturer's recommended
accessories when operating this unit or
connecting it to any other equipment.
FOR YOUR SAFETY, READ AND RETAIN
ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS. HEED ALL WARNINGS
IN THE MANUAL AND ON THE UNIT
USINGTHEVIDEOUNIT
If the unit has been in storage or moved to a new location,
refer first to the INSTALLATION section of these safeguards.
1 KEEPTHISVIDEOUNITAWAYFROMWATEROR
MOISTUREOFANYKIND.
2 IFEQUIPMENTISEXPOSEDTORAIN, MOISTURE,OR
STRONG IMPACT, unplug the unit and have it inspected by
a qualified service technician before use.
3 DURINGANELECTRICALSTORM
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 WHENTHEUNITISPLUGGEDIN
• 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 USINGACCESSORIES
Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer to
avoid risk of fire, shock, or other hazards.
6 CLEANINGTHEUNIT
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 dusty areas may adversely affect internal parts.
SERVICE
1 DONOTSERVICETHISPRODUCTYOURSELF
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 IFREPLACEMENTPARTSAREREQUIRED
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 HAVETHESERVICETECHNICIAN PERFORMASAFETYCHECK
After any service or repairs to the unit, request the service
technician to conduct a thorough safety check as
described in the manufacturer’s service literature to ensure
that the video unit is in safe operating condition.
OUTDOOR ANTENNAINSTALLATION
1 SAFEANTENNAANDCABLECONNECTION
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
equipment, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against built up static charges
and voltage surges. Part 1 of the
CanadianElectricalCode,inUSA
Section 810 of the National
ElectricalCode,ANSI/NFPA70,
provides information with respect
to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure,
grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode.
2
KEEPANTENNACLEAROFHIGHVOLTAGEPOWERLINESORCIRCUITS
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.
ImportantSafeguardsandPrecautions
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
2

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
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 symbol warns the user that uninsulated
voltage within the unit may have sufficient
magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore,
it is dangerous to make any kind of contact
with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important
literature concerning the operation and
maintenance of this unit has been included.
Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.
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)thatprovidesguidelinesforpropergroundingand,inparticular,
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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Congratulations
on your purchase of one of the most
sophisticated and reliable products on the market
today. Used properly, it will bring you years of
enjoyment. Please fill in the information below.
The serial number is on the tag located on the
back of your VCR.
Before Using
RF Coaxial
Cable
VJAS0196
Batteries 2 “AA”
Remote Control
LSSQ0270
Accessories
LoadingtheBatteries
•Date of Purchase
•Dealer Purchased From
•Dealer Address
•Dealer Phone No.
•Model No. PV-VS4821-K
•Serial No.
Battery replacement caution
•Do not mix old and new batteries.
•Do not mix alkaline with manganese
batteries.
Only use tapes with the or mark
in this unit.
PreventAccidentalTapeErasure
Record/PlaybackTime
Record Tab
Screw driver
Cover the hole
with cellophane tape.
To record again
Break off the tab to
prevent recording.
SP
(Standard Play) 2 Hours
40 Minutes
1 Hour 2 Hours
5 Hours
20 Minutes
2 Hours 4 Hours
LP
(Long Play)
3 Hours 6 Hours 8 Hours
SLP
(SuperLongPlay)
Type of Video Cassette
Tape Speed
Setting T160T120T60
1) Open cover.
3) Close cover.
2) Insert
batteries as
marked.
S-VHS
Connecting Cable
VJAS0200
•LP recording is not possible
in S-VHS/ S-VHS ET mode.

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Multi-Brand Control Feature ...........................................26, 27
Advanced Connections ........................................................28
MTS Broadcast/ VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System ..........................29
Tape Operation ( , ).... 30 ~ 35
Special VCR Features ...................................................36 ~ 41
Super (S) VHS System ....................................................42, 43
Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing) ............................................44
VCR & Cassette Information...........................................45, 46
On-Screen Displays (OSD) .............................................47, 48
Before Requesting Service...................................................49
Warranty.................................................................................50
Servicentre List......................................................................51
Index.......................................................................Back Cover
Important Safeguards and Precautions ............................2, 3
Accessories.............................................................................4
Loading the Batteries..............................................................4
Prevent Accidental Tape Erasure ..........................................4
Record/ Playback Time ...........................................................4
Location of Controls ...........................................................6, 7
Initial Setup for DSS/ Cable Box Channel Control............ 8, 9
Initial Setup for ANT./ Cable-VCR-TV Connection ........10, 11
Initial Setup for DSS/ Cable Box-VCR-TV Connection ....12 ~ 15
Timer Recording..............................................................20, 21
Timer Recording Using VCR Plus+ System ...............22 ~ 25
Reset Language, Channels, Clock, VCR’s Output Channel ...16, 17
Playback a Tape ....................................................................18
Record on a Tape ..................................................................19
Initial Setup
(Connection) Basic
Operation Timer
Recording Advanced
Operation For Your
Information
Table of Contents

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Front View of the VCR
Location of Controls
VCR/TV Selector
RECORD
STOP/EJECT
Cassette Compartment
POWER
REWIND/
SEARCH
PLAY
CHANNEL UP/DOWN
TRACKING/V-LOCK
Remote
Sensor
FAST
FORWARD/
SEARCH
Video
Input
Connector
AudioInput
Connector (L/R)
S-VHS S-VHS ET
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
REC
REW FF
POWER VCR/TV
/
REC
CHANNEL
RemotecontrolButtons
EJECT button: Press to eject tape from VCR. If EJECT is pressed during record,
VCR will not respond.
Light Tower Universal Shuttle Remote Control
Light button: When LIGHT is pressed, available buttons in the selected mode light up and the
selected mode button (TV, VCR or DSS/CABLE) flashes for 5 seconds. If no button
is pressed, light goes out in 5 seconds to conserve batteries. Also, by holding down
a button, you can confirm the selected mode (mode button will flash) in the dark.
POWER
VCR/TV
SPEED
NUMBER KEYS
TV mode
TAPEPOSITION
LIGHT
EJECT
ACTION
PAUSE/SLOW
COUNTER RESET
PROGRAM/VCR+
RECORD
ADD/DELETE
VCR mode
VOLUME UP/DOWN CHANNEL UP/DOWN
TRACKING/V-LOCK
PLAY
SELECT UP
STOP
SELECT DOWN
FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
SET
REWIND/SEARCH
SET
SAP/Hi-Fi
DSS/CABLE mode
INPUT
COMMERCIAL ADVANCE
ZERO SEARCH
SHUTTLERing
DISPLAY
S-VHS ET
LED
S-VHS
LED
SEARCH/ENTER
MOVIE ADVANCE

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VCR
TIMER
A
M
Hi-Fi
Rear View of the VCR
OUT
IN 1
OUTTO TV
VIDEO
AUDIO
IN FROM ANT.
VHF/UHF
R
L
S-VIDEO
IN
OUT
S-VIDEO
VHF/UHF Antenna
InputTerminal
VHF/UHF Antenna
OutputTerminal
VideoOutput
Connector
AC Power Plug
AudioOutput
Connector (L/R)
AudioInput
Connector (L/R)
VideoInput
Connector
Hi-FiIndicator
Lights up when Hi-Fi audio
is monitored in Playback
Mode.
VCR Indicator
Lights up when the
VCR/TV selector is
set to VCR.
PowerIndicator
Lights up when
power is on.
Clock/ Status/ Channel/ Speed Display
Displays the current time. Briefly displays VCR
status when a function button is pressed.
Briefly displays the channel number, or “L1”or
“L2”when a channel or line input is selected.
Briefly displays the recording speed when
SPEED is pressed.
MultiFunctionDisplay
Timer Indicator
Lights up when the VCR is set for Timer
Recording, or when One Touch Recording
(OTR) is used. Flashes when Timer Recording
is set, but a tape has not been inserted into the
VCR and when a power interruption occurs
during Timer Programming.
S-VideoOutput
Connector
S-VideoInput
Connector
Initial Setup
(Connection)
Note •While plugged into an AC outlet, the VCR consumes 3.7 W of electrical power in off
mode.

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The setup on pages 10 through 15 is vital for proper VCR operation.
Please read the instructions carefully and in the order presented.
NOTE: These first two pages contain reference material needed for setup on pages 10 ~ 15.
Please look over the information before you begin setup procedure.
Setup Overview
You will be performing the following tasks:
•Setting the language you want on-screen displays to appear in (English, Spanish, French).
•Telling the VCR the kind of equipment you use to receive channels and how it is connected.
•Entering pertinent Cable Box or DSS Receiver information if used.
•Entering your local PBS (Public Broadcasting Station) channel so that the VCR can receive auto
clock set data. (Not available in all areas.)
•Placing channels in memory and setting the clock.
Please Note Which Connection Type You are Using.
Make sure all equipment is hooked up as described on pages 10 ~ 15.
The diagrams below illustrate some of the basic connection types.
Confirm which type you used for later reference.
INITIALSETUP IMPORTANTNOTES:
•For detailed DSS Receiver connection instruction, please see your DSS operating manual.
•A DSS Receiver must be turned off to view programs from the Cable Box or antenna.
•Also, the a DSS Receiver must be turned off for auto clock set.
•If your Cable Box is not remote controllable, it must be tuned to your PBS channel.
•If you use Audio/ Video Jack connection between the VCR and Cable Box or DSS Receiver, you
must also connect the RF coaxial cable in order to use auto clock set and channel auto set
features.
I nitialSetupforDSS/CableBoxChannelControl
Connection Type A Connection Type B
CABLE
BOX
OUTIN
VCR TV
IN FROM
ANT.
OUT TO TV
AUDIO
IN 1
VHF/UHF
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT AUDIO
IN
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
VHF/UHF
DSS
RECEIVER
ONAIRorCATVANT
OUT
IN
VCR TV
IN FROM
ANT.
OUT TO TV
AUDIO
IN 1
VHF/UHF
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT AUDIO
IN
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
IN VHF/UHF
<DSSReceiver VCR TVconnection>
<Cable Box VCR TV connection>
VCR TV
IN FROM
ANT.
OUT TO TV
AUDIO
IN 1
VHF/UHF
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
S-VIDEO
IN
S-VIDEO
OUT AUDIO
IN
R
L
VIDEO
OUT
VHF/UHF
<VCR TV connection>
(Go to “Initial Setup”on page 10.) (Go to “Initial Setup”on page 12.)

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CableBox/DSS ReceiverCode NumberList
If your Cable Box or DSS Receiver is remote controllable, refer to this list during setup on page 13.
CableBox
Brand Code Number
Archer .................................................. 44, 06, 01
Cableview .......................................29, 09, 01, 63
Citizen .................................................. 44, 52, 30
Curtis .......................................08, 09, 25, 61, 53
Century ..........................................44, 51, 75, 59
Cabletenna .....................................29, 09, 01, 63
CableCinema ................................. 29, 09, 01, 63
Diamond .........................................29, 09, 01, 63
Eagle ................................. 62, 40, 22, 13, 58, 20
Eastern ...................................................... 28, 29
Explorer....................................08, 09, 25, 61, 53
Gemini ........................................................ 30, 04
General Electric ......................................... 01, 57
GeneralInstruments .. 01, 84, 83, 34, 03, 02, 04,
55, 65, 66, 67, 68
Gerrard ........................................... 44, 51, 75, 59
GC Electronics .............................. 44, 42, 63, 29
Hamlin ............................................ 41, 14, 15, 28
Hitachi ............................................................... 31
Jerrold ........................ 01, 84, 83, 34, 03, 02, 04,
55, 65, 66, 67, 68
Jasco ......................................................... 30, 04
Macom ............................................................... 31
Magnavox.......................................................... 26
Matsushita ........................................... 17, 16, 08
Movietime ................................................... 32, 39
Maestro ...................................................... 74, 35
NEC ................................................ 40, 19, 38, 32
NSC ................................................ 40, 19, 38, 32
Novavision ...............................08, 09, 25, 61, 53
Next Level........... 01, 84, 83, 34, 03, 02, 04, 55,
65, 66, 67, 68
Oak............................................................. 46, 11
OakSigma ................................................. 46, 11
Panasonic ............................................ 17, 16, 08
Philips ............................................ 23, 24, 20, 13
Pioneer ................................................. 06, 05, 12
Pulsar......................................................... 04, 42
Quest ................................................... 06, 05, 12
RadioShack................................... 44, 51, 75, 59
Brand Code Number
RCA ........................................................... 17, 16, 08
Realistic ............................................. 44, 51, 75, 59
Recoton.............................................. 44, 51, 75, 59
Regal .................................................. 41, 14, 15, 28
Regency .......................................................... 28, 29
Rembrandt .......................................... 44, 42, 63, 29
Samsung ................................................... 42, 06, 32
Scientific Atlanta ......................... 08, 09, 25, 61, 53
Sheritech............................................................... 27
Signal .................................................................... 26
SL Marx.....................................................42, 06, 32
Sprucer .....................................................17, 16, 08
StandardComponents .................................... 32, 39
Stargate .......................................................... 04, 42
Sylvania .......................................................... 19, 18
Teknika ........................................................... 74, 35
Telecaption............................................................ 77
Teleview ............................................. 40, 19, 38, 32
Texscan .......................................................... 19, 18
Tocom ........................................... 34, 33, 01, 42, 66
Toshiba ................................................................. 36
Unika .................................................. 44, 42, 63, 29
Universal ............................................ 52, 43, 44, 63
Viewstar ................................. 62, 40, 22, 13, 58, 20
Videoway ................................................... 07, 23, 50
Vidtek.................................................................... 64
Zenith ........................................................07, 23, 50
DSS(DigitalSatelliteSystem)Receiver
Toshiba .................................................................. 90
Hitachi/Hughes ............................................... 91, 99
Primestar ............................................................... 92
Drake ..................................................................... 93
Magnavox ........................................................ 94, 95
Uniden ............................................................. 94, 95
Optimus ........................................................... 94, 95
Panasonic.............................................................. 96
ProScan ................................................................. 97
RCA ....................................................................... 97
SONY ............................................................ 98, 105
Positioning Your Cable Box or DSS Receiver
If your Cable Box or DSS Receiver is remote controllable,
place it on or near the VCR as shown in the example at
right. The VCR transmits an infrared signal from two
locations. Be sure not to cover the transmitter windows.
Some brands list several codes, so you may need to
try different codes to attain proper results.
These codes are used for Cable Box or DSS Receiver
setup for Auto Clock and VCR Plus+ recording only.
For TV/ Cable Box Multi-Brand Control operation,
please see page 26.
Note
VCR’S Signals
Wall
Cable Box/
DSS Receiver
Transmitters
Initial Setup
(Connection)
Control

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HowtoConnect
How to do Initial Setup
InitialSetup forANT./ Cable-VCR -TV Connection
IN FROM ANT.
TV VCR
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
ANT./CABLE
SELECT LANGUAGE
PRESS CH : EN G L I SH
O P R I M I R CH : E SPA ÑO L
APP.
VCR / TV : FRAN ÇA I S
T
O CHANGE VCR ’ S O UTPUT
CH,
PRESS ACT I ON KEY.
1
2
WARNING
When using “Nut type”RF coaxial cables, tighten with
fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.
Press VCR button* on the remote for VCR mode.
Turn the TV on and set it to channel 3.
Press POWER to turn VCR on.
3Press CH for English.
or
Press CH for Spanish.
or
Press VCR/TV for French.
to select language.
POWER
SELECT/
SET
ACTION
CH /
VCR
VCR/TV
•When VCR is turned on for the first time, SELECT
LANGUAGE screen appears.
•If wrong language is set, or there is not Language
Display, do “Reset All VCR Memory Functions”
steps on page 11.
•If screen does not appear, check connection between
VCR and TV and, if TV is tuned to channel 3, try
switching it to channel 4.
•When you want to change the output channel of VCR,
please refer to VCR’s Output Channel on page 17.
:PLAY
:STOP
:REW
:FF
ConnecttheCablefromAntenna/CabletotheINFROMANT.terminalonVCR.
Connect the OUT TO TV terminal on the rear of VCR to the ANT. IN terminal
onTV usingthe RFCable(includedaccessory).
ForConnectionType A[VCR-TV].
1
2
1
2

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nnection
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
5 / 13 / 20 0 1 SUN 2 : 20P M
END : CH UP KEY
D S T : ON
SETT I N G : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET
C
O M PLETED
Press CH
to start Channel/
Clock Auto Set
operation.
Initial Setup
(Connection)
4
5
6Settings are performed automatically.
Case 1 Setup complete...
Press CH
to exit.
Press (see right)
to select “VCR TV”
connection and
press to set.
Case 2 Setup incomplete...
Press
to select the month
and
press to set.
Press ACTION twice
to start CLOCK and
exit.
Press ACTION
to display Manual
Clock Set screen.
For “CABLE/DSS BOX VCR TV”connection only.
•Turn on your Cable Box and set it to your Public Broadcasting
Station (PBS) channel in your time zone.
•If you use a DSS Receiver, it must be turned off.
Use when moving VCR to new location,
or if a mistake was made in the Initial
Setup section.
•Make sure a tape is not inserted in
the VCR.
Turn VCR
Power on.
2
ResetAllVCRMemoryFunctions
1
3
Press and hold both PLAY and
CHANNEL on the VCR for
more than 5 seconds.
•The power shuts off.
Do “Initial Setup”on page 10.
•In the same manner, select and set
the date, year, time, and
DST (daylight saving time).
You can operate the menu
screen using Remote buttons.
When menu screens are
displayed, the PLAY, STOP,
REWIND, and FF buttons on the
remote function as .
Using keys
: PLAY
: STOP
: REW
: FF
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
SELE C T CONNECTION
V
CR TV
C ABLE / D SS B O X V C R TV
V
CR CAB L E / D SS B O X TV
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
CONN E CT A NT E NN A CABLE
L OC A L PB S CH THE N . . .
AND I F Y OU US E A CABLE
B
O X, TUNE I T TO Y OU R
P L E A S E P RESS C H U P K E Y
CH A NN EL / C L OCK AUT O SET
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INC
O M PLETE
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
SE L E C T M O N TH
DST:ON
1 / / :
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
SET COMPLETED
DST:ON
11
11
/11 / 2001 SUN 12:00PM
/11 / 2001 SUN 12:00PM
START : ACT I O N
SET
:
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
S-VHS S-VHSET
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
REC
REW FF
POWER VCR/TV
/
REC
CHANNEL

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HowtoConnect
InitialSetupforDSS/CableBox-VCR-TVConnection
2
IN FROM ANT.
TV VCR
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
ANT./CABLE
Cable TV
Converter Box
OneTime VCR
How to do Initial Setup
1
2
WARNING
When using “Nut type”RF coaxial cables, tighten with
fingers only. Overtightening may damage terminals.
Press VCR button* on the remote for VCR mode.
Turn the TV on and set it to channel 3.
Press POWER to turn VCR on.
3Press CH for English.
or
Press CH for Spanish.
or
Press VCR/TV for French.
to select language.
SELECT LANGUAGE
PRESS CH : EN G L I SH
O P R I M I R CH : E SPA ÑO L
APP.
VCR / TV : FRAN ÇA I S
T
O CHANGE VCR ’ S O UTPUT
CH,
PRESS ACT I ON KEY.
•When VCR is turned on for the first time, SELECT
LANGUAGE screen appears.
•If wrong language is set, do “Reset All VCR Memory
Functions”steps on page 11.
•If screen does not appear, check connection between
VCR and TV and, if TV is tuned to channel 3, try
switching it to channel 4.
•When you want to change the output channel of VCR,
please refer to VCR’s Output Channel on page 17.
POWER
SELECT/
SET
ACTION
CH /
VCR
VCR/TV
Connect the OUT Jack on your Cable Box to the IN FROM ANT. terminal
on the VCR with the RF Cable.
Connectthe OUTTO TVterminalontherear ofVCR totheANT. INterminal
on TV using the RF Cable (included accessory).
ForConnectionType B[DSS/ CableBox-VCR-TV].
1
2
1
2
:PLAY
:STOP
:REW
:FF

13
6Press
to select Cable Box or DSS Receiver code.
(Refer to list, page 9.)
Press to set.
7
8
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
0 1
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
ENTER CODE NUMBER
REFERRING TO MANUAL
Press
to select any channel your Cable Box or
DSS Receiver receives.
Press to set.
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
CH 0
CH 0
1
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
ENTER ANY AVAILABLE
CHANNEL NUMBER ON
YOUR CABLE/DSS BOX
Tune Cable Box or DSS Receiver channel.
Press to continue.
Continued on next page...
PROCEED :
EXIT : ACT I O N
PLEASE TUNE YOUR
CABLE/DSS BOX TO
ANOTHER AVAILABLE
CHANNEL
“NOW TRANSMITTING”appears.
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
NOW TRANSMITTING
Initial Setup
(Connection)
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
Press (see right)
to select
“CABLE/DSSBOX VCR
TV”connection and
press to set.
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
SELE C T CONNECTION
V
CR TV
C ABLE / D SS B O X V C R TV
V
CR CAB L E / D SS B O X TV
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
5
••
••
•Confirm the output channel of your Cable Box or
DSS Receiver.
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
SELE C T CONNECTION
C ABLE / D SS B OX OU TP U T CH
CH 0 1
C ABLE / D SS B O X V C R TV
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
4
Press
to select the same channel
as the Cable Box or DSS
Receiver output channel.
Press to enter.
You can operate the menu
screen using Remote buttons.
When menu screens are
displayed, the PLAY, STOP,
REWIND, and FF buttons on the
remote function as .
Using keys
•If Cable Box or DSS Receiver has no remote control, press to select “NO
REMOTE”and press to set.
Then, go to step 5 “CHANNEL/ CLOCK AUTO SET”on page 11.
•This determines whether VCR will control Cable Box or DSS Receiver.
: PLAY
: STOP
: REW
: FF

14
9Press
to select “YES”or “NO.”
Press to set.
If “NO,”the screen in step 6 will appear.
Try entering a different code and/ or repositioning the equipment (see page 9.)
If still “NO,”Cable Box or DSS Receiver is not available.
Press ACTION.
Then, go to step 5 “CHANNEL/ CLOCK AUTO SET”on page 11.
Press CH
to start Clock Auto Set.
•“AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING”appears.
InitialSetupforDSS/CableBox-VCR-TVConnection
10
If “YES”(with Cable Box), go to step 10.
If “YES”(with DSS Receiver),
go to step 5 “CHANNEL/ CLOCK AUTO SET”on page 11.
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
NO
NO
IS YOUR CABLE/DSS BOX
RECEIVING CH
01 ?
YES
11
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
CH
CH
--
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
PLEASE ENTER YOUR LOCAL
PBS
CHANNEL ON CABLE BOX
Press
to select channel on which
Cable Box receives your
local Public Broadcasting
Station(PBS).
Press to set.
CONN E CT A NT E NN A CABLE
L OC A L PB S CH THE N . . .
AND I F Y OU US E A CABLE
B
O X, TUNE I T TO Y OU R
P L E A S E P RESS C H U P K E Y
C L OCK AUT O SET
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
SELECT/
SET
ACTION
CH
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
5 / 13 / 20 0 1 SUN 2 : 20P M
END : CH UP KEY
D S T : ON
SETT I N G : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET
C
O M PLETED
Confirm that time is correct.
Press CH
to exit.
12
:PLAY
:STOP
:FF

15
AUTO CLOCK SET IS
INC
O M PLETE
PLEASE SET CLOCK BY
PRESSING ACTION KEY
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
If displayed time is incorrect...
If your area observes DST (daylight saving time), but the time is incorrect;
do “Time Zone Adjust”steps on page 17.
Or, if you use Cable Box and receive more than one PBS station,
try auto clock set again entering the one you have not tried yet.
(Go to “Clock”on page 16.)
To setup VCR in case a Cable Box or DSS Receiver was
installed or replaced.
a Press ACTION to display MENU.
b Press to select CHANNEL.
c Press to select “CABLE/ DSS BOX SET UP,”
then press .
d Press to select “CABLE/ DSS BOX VCR
TV,”then press to set.
eContinue with steps 5 ~ 9 on pages 13, 14.
Note
•Auto clock set will be performed when VCR is turned off the first time each day.
Therefore, Cable Box must be left on.
SELE C T :
EXIT : ACT I O N
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
T
I ME STAMP :ON
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF :ON
S
- VHS ET :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT : ACT I O N
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
CHANNEL CAPTION
WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP
Initial Setup
(Connection)
*Important: If a remote control button does not work when pressed, press
the VCR button on the remote and try the button again.
If “AUTO CLOCK SET IS INCOMPLETE”appears
on-screen...
Auto clock set data is not available in your area.
Press ACTION to display Manual Clock Set screen,
and then go to step 6 (case 2) on page 11.
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
SELE C T CONNECTION
V
CR TV
C ABLE / D SS B O X V C R TV
V
CR CAB L E / D SS B O X TV
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
a
c
d

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AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
C T :
EXIT : ACT I O N
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
Clock
1) Press to select
“CLOCK.”
3) Press and to
select and set the date,
time, and DST (Daylight
Saving Time).
4) Press ACTION twice to
start the clock and exit
this mode.
SELECT HOUR
SELECT :
EXIT : ACTION
SET:
11 / 11 / 20 0 1 SUN 12 : 0 0P M
D S T : ON
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
(“TIME ZONE ADJUST”
appears only when auto
clock is set.)
Language
2) Press repeatedly.
1) Press to select
language item.
PressACTION*
to display MENU.
SELE C T :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
T
I ME STAMP :ON
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF :ON
S
- VHS ET :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH :3
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
Reset Language, Channels, Clock VCR’s
SELE C T :
EXIT : ACT I O N
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
CHANNEL CAPTION
WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
Channels
1) Press to select
“CHANNEL.”
2) Press to select
“ANTENNA,”then
press to set your
antenna system
(“TV”or “CABLE”).
3) Press to select
“AUTO SET,”then
press .
4) Press CH .
•After Channel Auto Set is
finished, Clock Auto Set will
beperformed.
CONN E CT A NT E NN A CABLE
L OC A L PB S CH THE N . . .
AND I F Y OU US E A CABLE
B
O X, TUNE I T TO Y OU R
P L E A S E P RESS C H U P K E Y
CH A NN EL / C L OCK AUT O SET
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
(This screen appears only
when auto clock is set.)
1
2
ANTENNA : CABLE
AUTO SET
CHANNEL CAPTION
WEAK
SIGNAL DISPLAY : OFF
CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP
VCR Plus+ CH SET UP
SELE
C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
VCR C / A CLOCK CHANNEL
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
2) Press to select
“MANUAL”and press .
(For Auto Clock Set,
select “AUTO CLOCK
SET,”then press CH .)
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT : ACT I O N
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
T
I ME STAMP :ON
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF :ON
S
- VHS ET :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH :3
3) Press ACTION to exit.
ELEGIR : FIJAR :
SAL
I R : ACT I O N
VCR C / A RELOJ CA
REPETICION : INACT
SELLO DE TIEMPO :ACT
AVISO(CONT.REMOTO)
:ACT
APAGADO AUTOMATICO :ACT
S
- VHS ET : INACT
LANGUE/LANGUAGE:ESPAÑOL
CANAL DE SALIDA :3
For Spanish
SEL. : REGLER:
QUITTER : ACT I O N
MAGNETO. C / A HORL. CA
REPRISE LECTURE : NON
HORODATEUR : OUI
MESSAGE D’ERREUR : OUI
COUPURE AUTO : OUI
S
- VHS ET : NON
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA : FRANÇAIS
CA SORTIE : 3
For French
For English
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
T
I ME STAMP :ON
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF :ON
S
- VHS ET :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH :3
•If you use a cable box,
set it to the PBS channel
in your time zone.

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Add or Delete a Channel
To add channel:
Select channel with number
keys and press ADD/DLT.
To delete channel:
Select channel with CH / or
number keys and press ADD/DLT.
C HANNEL 08 ADDED
C HANNEL 08 DE L E T ED
Time Zone Adjust
2) Press to select
“TIME ZONE ADJUST”
SELECT :
EXIT : ACTION
SET:
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0
VCR C
/ A CLOCK CH
VCR’s Output
Channel
1) Press to select
“VCR’S OUTPUT CH.”
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
T
I ME STAMP :ON
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF :ON
S
- VHS ET :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH :3
2) Press .
3) Press ACTION.
After 3 seconds
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
SELE C T : SET :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
T
I ME STAMP :ON
REMOTE WARNING :ON
AUTO SHUT
- OFF :ON
S
- VHS ET :OFF
IDIOMA/LANGUE : ENGLISH
VCR’S OUTPUT CH :4
•To Make Corrections,
repeat steps 1) ~ 3).
DST (Daylight Saving Time)
VCR auto adjusts clock for DST.
(Page 11.)
Spring (First Sunday in April)
DST:ON-->Setsclockaheadonehour.
Autumn (Last Sunday in October)
DST:ON --> Turns 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.
IF YOU PRESS ACTION
KEY, VCR ’S OUTPUT CH
SWITCHES TO CH 4.
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
PLEASE TUNE YOUR TV TO
CH 4.
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
1) Press to select
“CLOCK.”
and press or to
subtract or add hour(s)
as necessary.
AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL
TIME ZONE ADJUST : 0
SELE
C T :
EXIT
: ACT I O N
VCR C / A CLOCK CH
ADD/DLT
NUMBER
keys
VCR
CH /
*Important: If a remote control button does not
work when pressed, press the VCR
button on the remote and try the
button again.
(Only when Auto Clock is set.)
ck VCR’s Output Channel
Basic
Operation
POWER
:PLAY
:STOP
:REW
:FF
SELECT/
SET
ACTION
3) Press ACTION.
4) Press POWER off and
wait a maximum
10 minutes until
AUTO CLOCK SET is
performed by the VCR.
•“TIME ZONE ADJUST”
returns to “0”
if clock is set manually.

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Playback a Tape
PAUSE/
SLOW
REW
STOP
FF
EJECT
Multi Function Display
Insert a tape.
2
1
PlaybackusingVCRcontrols
Press PLAY.
Press STOP/EJECT to stop and/ or
eject tape.
S-VHS S-VHSET
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
REC
REW FF
POWER VCR/TV
/
REC
CHANNEL
PLAY
Note
Remove loose or
peeling labels from tapes
to prevent tape jam.
Ready Check List
All connections are made (pg. 10, 12, 28).
TV and VCR are plugged in.
TV is on and tuned to CH3, 4, or VIDEO.
Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR.)
Insert a tape.
•VCR power comes on.
“VCR”lights up on Multi Function Display.
Press PLAY*
to play a tape.
•If tape has no rec. tab (pg. 4), auto play begins.
Press STOP
to stop a tape.
•These features work best in SP or SLP mode.
•The sound will be muted.
•To reduce picture noise,
see “Manual Tracking Control”on page 46.
•After the VCR is in Still or Slow mode
for 3 minutes, it will switch to Stop mode
automatically to protect the tape and the video
head.
1
2
3
Notes
Press EJECT on the remote,
or STOP/EJECT on VCR to eject a tape.
Rapid Rewind/FF
Special Features During Play
Forward/ Reverse scene search
--> Press FF or REW.
--> Press again or PLAY to release.
Still (Freeze) picture
--> Press PAUSE/SLOW.
--> Press PLAY to release.
Frame by Frame picture
--> Press PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
--> Press PLAY to release.
Slow Motion picture
--> Hold down PAUSE/SLOW in Still mode.
--> Press PLAY to release.
Press REW or FF in Stop mode
to rewind/ fast forward a tape.
•Rewind tapes in approximately one minute
when using a T-120 tape.

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Multi Function
Display
RecordusingVCRcontrols
4
21
Select
Channel. Insert
a tape. Press REC
to start
Recording.
Press STOP/
EJECT to stop.
VCR/TV
S-VHS S-VHSET
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
REC
REW FF
POWER VCR/TV
/
REC
CHANNEL
5
Basic
Operation
Record on aTape
SPEED
REC
PAUSE/
SLOW
VCR/TV
STOP
This video recorder, equipped with the
HQ (High Quality) System, is
compatible with existing VHS
equipment. Only use those tapes with
the or mark. It is
recommended that only tapes tested
and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, and 8
hour VCR machines be used. This
video recorder is equipped with
recording functions for both
conventional and systems
to enable users to select either mode.
An cassette recorded in the
mode cannot be played back
with conventional VCRs.
NUMBER
keys
CH /
•After 5 min. in Pause mode, VCR stops to protect tape and
video head.
Insert a tape with a record tab (pg. 4).
1
5
4
2
3
•VCR power comes on.
“VCR”lights up on Multi Function Display.
PressCH ,ornumberkeys
to
select the channel .
•For “LINE”input, see pg. 44.
•For channels over 100, press 100 key then
press the remaining 2 digits.
Press SPEED
to select the record speed (pg. 4).
SP = Standard Play LP = Long Play
SLP = Super Long Play
Press REC
to start recording.
•To edit out unwanted scenes, press PAUSE/SLOW
to pause, and again to resume recording.
Press STOP
to stop recording.
One Touch Recording (recording in progress),
•VCR shuts off after the preset record length.
--> each press of REC adds 30 min. to
the record length up to 4 hours.
Record one station, watch another,
--> press VCR/TV
(“VCR”goes out on Multi Function Display),
--> select channels at TV (recording continues).
Select channels at VCR,
--> press VCR/TV
(“VCR”lights up on Multi Function Display),
--> select channels at VCR.
•Watching one channel and recording another
is NOT possible when using a Cable Box or
a Satellite Receiver.
Notes
•LP recording is not possible in S-VHS/ S-VHS ET
mode.
• Speed appears on-screen and
on Multi Function Display.
•You cannot view another channel during recording.
*Important: If a remote control button does not work
when pressed, press the VCR button
on the remote and try the button again.

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Timer Recording
Press PROG/VCR+ button*
to display PROGRAM.
Press
PROG/VCR+ button
to end the program.
2) To set remaining items,
press to select and
press
to set START/ STOP times,
CH(channel) or
LINE input (pg.44),
Category** and tape speed
(SP, LP, SLP).
3
2
1
4
1) To set record DATE,
press to select:
1~31= one time, or
DAILY= MON~ FRI, or
WEEKLY= same time
each week and
press to set.
•See selection order
below left.
Press
to display Program
screen.
Example
5
Today
VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST
P DT STA R T ST O P CH SPD
1
1
13 2 : 00 P 3 : 20 P 0 2 SLP
SLP
2 -- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
3 -- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
4 -- -- : -- -- : -- -- --
C AN C EL : A DD / DLT
SELECT : SET :
EXIT : PROG
DAILY
13
21
31 12
14 15
SELECT / Selection Order
WEEKLY
(SAT) WEEKLY
(MON) WEEKLY (SUN)
VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST
13 SA T --:-- --:-- --
T OD A Y
CATEGORY
: N/A SLP
DATE START ST
O P
C H
SELECT :
EXIT : PROG
VCR Plus+ PROG. LIST
SELECT :
END : PROG
DATE START ST
O P
C H
SET:
SELECT START DATE
T
OD A Y
13 SA T --:-- --:-- --
CATEGORY : N/A SLP
Notes
**Category Items
N/A (not applicable),
SPORTS, MOVIE,
COMEDY, MUSIC, DRAMA
Ready Check List
All connections are made (pg. 10, 12, 28).
TVandVCRpluggedinandturnedon.
VCR/TV selector set to “VCR.”
Clock set correctly.
Tape has rec. tab (pg. 4).
Remote is in VCR mode. (Press VCR)
Press PROG/VCR+ button
to exit.
To Enter More Programs,
press to select and
press to set an unused
program number and
repeat step 3.
Or
Press POWER off
to set the timer.
(“TIMER”lights up on Multi Function Display.)
•If a power interruption occurs
while programming the timer, the
timer program(s) may be cancelled.
If “TIMER PROGRAMS WERE LOST
DUE TO POWER INTERRUPTION”
appears on-screen, please reenter
the timer programs.
POWER
SELECT/
SET
:PLAY
:STOP
:REW
:FF
PROG/
VCR+
•If you are using a Cable Box,
VCR Timer Programming
Channel(Step 3) must be set to
the Cable Box output channel
AND your Cable Box must be
manually set to the desired
channel. The Cable Box power
left on.