Samsung SV-640GS User manual

VIDEO
CASSETTE RECORDER
Hi-Fi NICAM & A2 STEREO
SV-640GS
Instruction Manual
www.samsungvcr.com
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Contents (cont.)
◆PLAYING BACK
■Playing a Cassette......................................................................................... 26
■Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually........................................................... 26
■Intelligent Picture Control .............................................................................. 27
■Selecting the Colour Mode............................................................................ 28
■Selecting the Audio Output Mode.................................................................. 28
◆SEARCHING FOR A SEQUENCE
■Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion................................................................ 29
■Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame........................................................... 29
■Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind........................................................... 30
■Searching for a Specific Sequence ............................................................... 30
■Auto Repeat Play........................................................................................... 31
■Interval Repeat Play...................................................................................... 31
■Using the Tape Counter ................................................................................ 32
◆ADVANCED RECORDING FEATURES
■Connecting RCA Audio/Video Input Cable.................................................... 33
■Using the Assemble Edit Function................................................................. 34
■Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder................................................. 34
◆OTHER FUNCTIONS AND USEFUL RECOMMENDATIONS
■Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................... 35
■Auto Power Off.............................................................................................. 36
■ECO Mode-Reducing Standby power consumption...................................... 36
■Technical Specifications................................................................................ 37
◆SOLVING PROBLEMS
■Problems and Solutions................................................................................. 38
■TV Frequency Table...................................................................................... 39
☛
➢
NoteImportantHold downPress/push
Symbols
11
1
= Step number
Contents
◆FOREWORD
■Safety Instructions......................................................................................... 4
◆VCR OVERVIEWS
■Front View of the VCR................................................................................... 5
■Rear View of the VCR ................................................................................... 5
■Infrared Remote Control................................................................................ 6
■Display Indicator............................................................................................ 7
■Accessories................................................................................................... 7
◆CONNECTING YOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
■Deciding How to Connect Your VCR............................................................. 8
■Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable............................. 9
■Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable................................. 9
■Connecting Other Equipment to Your VCR................................................... 10
■Plug & Auto Set Up........................................................................................ 11
■Tuning your Television for the VCR............................................................... 12
◆SETTING UPYOUR VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
■Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control...................................................... 13
■Setting the Date and Time............................................................................. 13
■Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information ..................................................... 14
■Choosing Your Language.............................................................................. 14
■Setting the VCR Output Channel................................................................... 15
■Selecting the RF OUT sound Mode (G or K)................................................. 15
■Presetting the Stations Automatically............................................................ 16
■Presetting the Stations Manually................................................................... 17
■Clearing a Preset Station............................................................................... 18
■Changing the Preset Station Table................................................................ 19
◆RECORDING TELEVISION BROADCASTS
■Selecting the Cassette Type.......................................................................... 20
■Selecting the Recording Speed..................................................................... 20
■NICAM........................................................................................................... 21
■Protecting a Recorded Cassette.................................................................... 22
■Recording a Programme Immediately........................................................... 22
■Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop............................................... 23
■Using the Timer Programming Feature......................................................... 24
■Checking a Preset Recording........................................................................ 25
■Cancelling a Preset Recording...................................................................... 25

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Front View of the VCR
Rear View of the VCR
TV
LINE IN 1
VIDEO AUDIO
LINE OUT
R L
AERIAL IN
CONNECTOR
AUDIO L, R OUTPUT
SOCKETS
AUDIO L, R INPUT
SOCKETS
VIDEO INPUT
SOCKET
VIDEO OUTPUT
SOCKET
OUT TO TV
CONNECTOR
The following illustrations represent precautions.
The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product.
DO NOT OPEN THE VCR. Refer to service personnel.
HH
5°C
40°C
10% 75%
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL
ENVIRONMENTS
Safety Instructions
Do NOT expose the VCR to
extreme temperature condi-
tions (below 5°C and above
40°C) or to extreme humidity
conditions (less than 10% and
more than 75%).
Do NOT expose the VCR to
direct sunlight. Do NOT expose the VCR to any liquids.
Do NOT place any objects on
the VCR or remote control. During a storm and/or light- ning, unplug the VCR from the
mains socket and aerial.
If the remote control is not
used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store
it in a cool, dry place.
LINE IN 2
VIDEO L-AUDIO -R
STANDBY/ON EJECT
PROG
REC IIP/S
REW
F.F
STOP
VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT
STOP
BUTTON
REW
BUTTON F.F
BUTTON
RECORD
BUTTON
EJECT
BUTTON
INFRARED REMOTE
SENSOR
PROGRAM
SELECTION
BUTTONS
PAUSE/STILL
BUTTON PLAY
BUTTON
STANDBY/ON
BUTTON
LINE IN 2 VIDEO
INPUT SOCKET LINE IN 2 AUDIO L, R
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Display Indicator
Accessories
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Together with your VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.
OK
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REMOTE CONTROL &
BATTERIES “AA”
OWNER’S INSTRUCTIONS COAXIAL CABLE RCA VIDEO & AUDIO
CABLE
Infrared Remote Control
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VCR STANDBY/ON BUTTON
SLOW BUTTON
SHUTTLE BUTTON
V-LOCK BUTTON
CLEAR AND RESET BUTTON
TV BUTTON
VCR BUTTON
VOLUME BUTTONS
AUDIO MODE SELECTION BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE
SEARCH BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
MENU SELECTION DOWN BUTTON
RECORDING SPEED SELECTION BUTTON
TV STANDBY/ON BUTTON
INDEX BUTTON
FRAME ADVANCE BUTTON
TUNER, LINE IN 1, LINE IN 2 SELECTION /
REPEAT SELECTION BUTTON
PROGRAMME SELECTION /
TRACKING BUTTONS
DISPLAY BUTTON
PLAY/PAUSE/STILL BUTTON
FAST-FORWARD/FORWARD
SEARCH BUTTON
MENU BUTTON
MENU SELECTION UP BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
OK BUTTON
TIMER BUTTON
1Cassette loaded indicator
2ECO Mode display
3 Multi-function display
4 Timer indicator
5Hi-Fi indicator
6Rec indicator
VCR
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Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial Cable
To receive television programmes a signal must be received from
one of the following sources:
◆An outdoor aerial
◆An indoor aerial
◆A cable television network
◆A satellite receiver
☛Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched off before connecting the cables.
1Remove the aerial or network input cable from the television.
2Connect this cable to the 75Ωcoaxial socket marked on the
rear of your VCR.
3Plug the coaxial cable supplied into the socket on your VCR.
4Plug the other end of the coaxial cable into the connector
previously used for the aerial on the television.
5To obtain better quality pictures and sound on your television, you
can also connect your VCR to the television via the RCA cable
(see section below) if your television is equipped with this type of
connection.
TV
Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the RCA Cable
You can connect your VCR to the television using the RCA cable if the appropriate input is available on the
television. You thus:
◆Obtain better quality sound and pictures
◆Simplify the setting up procedure of your VCR
☛◆Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you must always connect the coaxial cable
supplied. Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen when the VCR is switched off.
◆Make sure that both the television and the VCR are switched off before connecting the cables.
1Connect the coaxial cable as indicated in the above section.
2Connect one end of the RCA Audio/Video cable to the Video output and Audio L, R output socket on the rear
of the VCR.
3Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the television.
Aerial
TV
LINE IN 1
VIDEO AUDIO
LINE OUT
R L
RF
coaxial
cable
TV
2
TV
LINE IN 1
VIDEO AUDIO
LINE OUT
R L
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TV
TV
LINEIN 1
VIDEO AUDIO
LINEOUT
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Deciding How to Connect Your VCR
You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems:
◆Types of connectors available on your systems
◆Systems connected permanently to the VCR (satellite receiver for example) or temporarily
(camcorder for example)
Your VCR is equipped with the following connectors.
Connector Location Type Direction Recommended Use
LINE IN 1 Rear Audio/Video RCA In ◆Camcorder
◆Satellite receiver
◆Other VCR
Audio/Video Rear Audio/Video RCA Out ◆Television
output ◆Other VCR
◆Audio Hi-Fi system
LINE IN 2 Front Audio/Video RCA In ◆Audio Hi-Fi system
◆Camcorder
◆Other VCR
OUT TO TV Rear 75 ΩOut ◆Television
coaxial
IN FROM ANT. Rear 75 ΩIn ◆Aerial
coaxial ◆Cable television network
◆Satellite receiver
☛Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your VCR, ensure that all elements are
switched off.
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions
and associated safety precautions.
TV
LINE IN 2
VIDEO L- AUDIO -R
LINE IN 1
VIDEO AUDIO
R L
LINE IN 1
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Plug & Auto Set Up
Your VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged into the
mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in memory. The
process takes a few minutes. Your VCR will then be ready for use.
1Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 9.
(Connecting Your VCR to the TV Using the Coaxial Cable)
2Plug the VCR into the mains.
Result: The LANGUAGE SET menu is displayed.
3Select the required language by pressing the " or ❷ buttons.
4Press OK to store the language selected.
Result: A message appears.
5Press OK to start the auto scanning.
◆The number of stations automatically stored by the VCR
depends on the number of stations that it has found.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
TV
TV
LINEIN 1
VIDEO AUDIO
LINEOUT
R L
Connecting Other Equipment to Your VCR
You can connect other audio and/or video equipment to your VCR in different ways. The following
illustrations give a few examples of the connection possibilities.
➢The RCA input/output connectors on the front of the VCR are used
for equipment, such as camcorders, VCRs or sound systems.
LINE IN 1
VIDEO AUDIO
LINE OUT
R L
FRONT OF THE VCR REAR OF THE VCR
Camcorder
VCR
Sound system
LINE IN 2
VIDEO L-AUDIO -R
AUTO SET UP
PLEASE WAIT
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Tuning Your Television for the VCR
You must tune your television for the VCR only if you are not using
a RCA cable
➢To view pictures from your VCR when a RCA cable is
used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode
(AV).
1Switch on the television.
2Switch on the VCR by pressing STANDBY/ON on the front of the
VCR or VCR STANDBY/ON on the remote control.
3Select a programme position on the television to be reserved for
use with your VCR.
4Insert the video cassette in the VCR. Check that the VCR starts
reading the cassette; if not, press
❿
II
button.
5Start a scan on your television or set the television to UHF
channel 36.
6Fine tune the television until the pictures and sound are obtained
clearly.
7If you cannot find the pictures and sound, or there is interference
from nearby channels, it may be necessary to change the setting
of the VCR output channel (see Solving Problems section of this
manual).
8When the picture and sound are perfectly clear, store this channel
at the desired programme position on the television.
Result:
That programme is now reserved for use with your VCR.
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Setting the Date and Time
You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when
you:
◆Purchase the video cassette recorder
◆Find that the remote control is no longer working
correctly
1Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery
compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
2Insert two AA, R6 or equivalent batteries, taking care to respect
the polarities:
◆+ on the battery with + on the remote control
◆– on the battery with – on the remote control
3Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote
control and pushing it back into place.
➢Do not mix different battery types (manganese and
alkaline for example).
Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control
OK
REC MENU
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
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2
1
3
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CLOCK SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
CLOCK
CLOCK
MON
12:00 1/JAN/2001
➛❿!!!!!!!!!!! $❷ END:MENU
1
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
Your VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to:
◆Automatically stop programme recording
◆Preset your VCR to record a programme automatically
You must set the date and time when:
◆You purchase the video cassette recorder
◆The power supply remains off for more than 1 hour
☛◆Do not forget to reset the time when you change
clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
CLOCK SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The CLOCK SET menu is displayed.
4Press ➛ or ❿ to select the hour, minutes, day, month and year.
Result: The option selected flashes.
5Press the $ or ❷ buttons to increase or decrease the value.
Result: The day of the week is displayed automatically.
➢You can hold the $ or ❷ buttons down to scroll more
quickly through the values.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.

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Your VCR output channel may need to be changed if the pictures
suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures.
Also, you can change the VCR output channel to adjust the
frequency in which information is displayed on the screen.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the VCR OUTPUT
CH option is selected.
5Select the required output channel by pressing the ➛ or ❿ buttons.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Then tune your television again (see page 12).
Setting the VCR Output Channel
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM :G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
$❷ ❿ END:MENU
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM :G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
$❷ ❿ END:MENU
Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information
Choosing Your Language
You can change the language in which information is displayed on
the screen.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
LANGUAGE SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The LANGUAGE SET menu is displayed.
4Select the required language by pressing the $ or ❷ buttons.
5Press OK to store the language selected.
6Press MENU to exit the menu.
Result: From now on, all the on-screen information will be
displayed in the language selected.
USER SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
OPTIONS
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
Your VCR displays most information both on the VCR and the
television.
You can choose to display or hide this information on the television
screen (except for the Index, Programming MENU which cannot be
hidden).
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the OSD option is
selected.
5To... Press ➛ or ❿ , until...
Display on-screen information ON is displayed.
Hide on-screen information OFF is displayed.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
OPTIONS
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
$❷ ❿ END:MENU
You must choose the sound mode (G or K) according to the TV set
connected to your VCR.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the TV SYSTEM
option is selected.
5 Press the ❿ button to select G or K.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Selecting the RF OUT Sound Mode (G or K)
OK
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SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
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Presetting the Stations Manually
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
Your VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television
broadcasts.
You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can
be done:
◆Plug & Auto Set up (see page 11)
◆Automatically (see page 16)
◆Manually
You can store up to 50 stations.
☛You do not need to preset the stations manually if you
have already set them automatically.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the MANUAL SET
UP option is selected.
5Press the ❿ button to select MANUAL SET UP option.
Result: The TV STATION TABLE menu is displayed.
6Press the $ or ❷ buttons to select a programme number as
required.
7Press the ❿!! button to preset the station.
Result: The MANUAL TUNING menu is displayed.
8Press the ➛ or ❿ buttons to start scanning.
Result: The frequency band is scanned and the first station
found is displayed.
If you know the number of the channel you want, press the
numeric buttons on the remote control for example, for channel
04, first press “0”and then press “0”, “4”(see page 39).
9If you... Then...
Wish to store the ◆ Press the corresponding $ or ❷! buttons,
station displayed until the MFT is selected.
◆Press the ➛ or ❿ buttons to adjust the
picture, if necessary.
◆Press OK to store the station .
Do not wish to ◆ Press the corresponding $ or ❷! buttons,
store the station until the CH is selected.
displayed ◆Press the
➛ or ❿ buttons to go on
scanning the frequency band and display
the next station
◆Go back to the beginning of Step 9
10 Repeat this procedure from Step 6onwards, until all the required
stations have been stored.
11 On completion, press the MENU button three times to exit the menu.
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM :G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
$❷ ❿ END:MENU
** TV STATION TABLE **
PR CH
1 002
2 ---
3 ---
4 ---
5 ---
$❷ ❿ SWAPPING:OK
DELETE:CLR/RST MENU
** MANUAL TUNING **
PR : 1
CH : ---
MFT : -
$❷ ➛❿ MEMORY: OK
END:MENU
Presetting the Stations Automatically
☛You do not need to preset the stations if you have already
set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on
page 11).
Your VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television
broadcasts.
You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can
be done:
◆Plug & Auto Set up (see page 11)
◆Automatically
◆Manually (see page 17)
You can store up to 50 stations.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the AUTO SET
UP option is selected.
Press the
❿ button to select this option.
5Press OK to start the auto scanning.
Result:◆The PLEASE WAIT indication flashes on the
television screen.
◆The first frequency band is scanned and the first
station found is displayed and stored.
◆The VCR then searches for the second station and
so on.
◆When the automatic scanning procedure has
finished, the VCR switches automatically to
programme 1.
➢The number of stations automatically stored by the VCR
depends on the number of stations that it has found.
6If you wish to cancel the auto scanning before the end, press the
MENU button three times to exit the menu.
➢◆Once the auto scanning procedure has finished, some
stations may have been stored more than once; select
the stations with the best reception and delete the
ones no longer required (see page 18).
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
AUTO SET UP
PLEASE WAIT
2%
I--------------------I
END:MENU
YOUR DATA WILL BE LOST
PRESS OK TO CONTINUE
MENU TO EXIT
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM :G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
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Changing the Preset Station Table
You can rearrange the preset TV stations according to your own
preferences programme number assigned to the station.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the MANUAL SET
UP option is selected.
And then press the
❿ button to select this option.
Result: The TV STATION TABLE menu is displayed.
5Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the required preset
TV programme is selected.
Result: The selected station is displayed at the same time on
the television screen.
6To change the programme number assigned to a station press the
OK button on the remote control. (For example, To move a TV
station in programme 1 to programme 3)
7Press the $ or ❷ buttons to select required position. And then
press OK again to swap the position.
8You can modify this station by repeating the same procedure from
Step 5onwards.
9On completion, press the MENU button three times to exit the
menu.
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM :G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
$❷ ❿ END:MENU
** TV STATION TABLE **
PR CH
1 002
2 ---
3 ---
4 ---
5 ---
$❷ SWAPPING:OK
MENU
** TV STATION TABLE **
PR CH
1 ---
2 ---
3 002
4 ---
5 ---
$❷ SWAPPING:OK
MENU
If you have stored a TV station:
◆That you do not require
◆At the wrong programme position
you can cancel it.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
INSTALLATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the MANUAL SET
UP option is selected.
5Press the ❿ button to select this option.
Result: The TV STATION TABLE menu is displayed.
6Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the required preset
TV station (PR) is selected.
7Press the CLR/RST button.
8Repeat the same procedure from Step 6onwards until all the
required stations have been cleared.
9On completion, press the MENU button three times to exit the
menu.
Clearing a Preset Station
INSTALLATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
INSTALL
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
INSTALL
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
TV SYSTEM :G
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH36
$❷ ❿ END:MENU
V-LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
SELECT
-/--
** TV STATION TABLE **
PR CH
1 002
2 ---
3 ---
4 ---
5 ---
$❷ ❿ SWAPPING:OK
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NICAM
NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo,
NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language).
NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono
sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound.
Please refer to page 28.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷! or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the NICAM option
is selected.
5To... Press ➛ or ❿ , until...
Mono mode OFF is displayed.
OFF: Only set at this position to record the
standard mono sound during a
NICAM broadcast if the stereo
sound is distorted due to inferior
reception conditions.
NICAM mode ON is displayed.
ON: Normally set at this position.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
OPTIONS
USER SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
OPTIONS
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
$❷ ❿ END:MENU
Selecting the Cassette Type
If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on
a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding $ , ❷! or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
4Press the corresponding $ or ❷ buttons, until the TAPE
SELECT option is selected.
5Press the ➛ or ❿ buttons as many times as required, until the
correct cassette length is displayed.
E180 E240
E 300 E260
6Press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Selecting the Recording Speed
T ype Recording Time (in SP)
E-180 180 mins. or 3 hours
E-240 240 mins. or 4 hours
E-260 260 mins. or
4 hours and 20 mins.
E-300 300 mins. or 5 hours
You can record a cassette at two different speeds:
◆SP (Standard Play)
◆LP (Long Play)
In Long Play modes:
◆Each cassette lasts twice as long
To record a cassette... Press the SPEED button on the
remote control, until...
In standard play mode SP is displayed.
In long play mode LP is displayed.
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
USER SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
OPTIONS
$❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
OPTIONS
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
$❷ ❿ END:MENU

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REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
22
This function enables you to record up to nine hours of
programmes. (LP)
Your VCR stops automatically after the requested length of time.
1Switch on the television.
2To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television
channel reserved for use with your VCR (or the AV input if used)
3Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded,
with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening
covered with adhesive tape.
Result: The VCR is switched on automatically.
4Select:
◆ The station to be recorded using the PROG/TRK ( $ or ❷ )
buttons
or
◆The LINE IN 1 or LINE IN 2 source using the INPUT button
for a satellite tuner or external video source
Result: The channel number is displayed and the programme
can be seen on the television.
5Select the recording speed (SP/LP) by pressing the SPEED button
as many times as required (see page 20).
6Hold the REC button down for a while to start recording.
Result: The record indicator appears on the television screen
and VCR display. An index is recorded on the tape
(see page 30).
7Press the REC button several times to increase the recording time
in:
◆30-minute intervals up to four hours
◆1-hour intervals up to nine hours (LP)
Result: The length is displayed on the television displays. The
selected programme is recorded for the length of time
requested. At the end of that time, the VCR stops
recording automatically.
8If you wish to cancel the recording before the end, press
VCR STANDBY/ON.
☛If the end of the tape is reached while recording:
◆The recording stops
◆The VCR automatically turns off
Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop
LENGTH 2:30
SET LENGTH :
PRESS REC
OK
REC MENU
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
5
6
Recording a Programme Immediately
Protecting a Recorded Cassette
Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure.
When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape.
1If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small
screwdriver.
2To re-record over a protected cassette (safety tab broken), cover
the hole with adhesive tape.
1
VOL PROG/TRK
REC MENU
7
OK
REC MENU
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
5
6
4
4
Before recording a programme, you must have preset the corres-
ponding station (unless you are recording via an external video
source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 16 and 17.
1Switch on the television.
2To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television
channel reserved for use with your VCR (or the AV input if used).
3Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded,
with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening
covered with adhesive tape.
Result: The VCR is switched on automatically.
4Select:
◆ The station to be recorded using the PROG/TRK ( $ or ❷ )
buttons
or
◆The LINE IN 1 or LINE IN 2 source using the INPUT button
for a satellite tuner or external video source
Result: The station number is displayed and the programme
can be seen on the television.
5Select the recording speed (SP/LP) by pressing the SPEED button
as many times as required (see page 20).
6Hold REC down for a while to start recording.
Result:
The record indicator appears on the television and VCR
display. An index is recorded on the tape (see page 30).
7To stop recording, press
■
once.
➢◆If the cassette is ejected when you start recording,
check that the safety tab is intact or the opening is
covered with adhesive tape.
◆If you reach the end of the tape while recording, the
cassette rewinds automatically.
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PROG
REC IIP/S
REW
F.F
STOP
3
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
4
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Checking a Preset Recording
Cancelling a Preset Recording
Using the Timer Programming Feature
SPEED DUB TV/VCR TIMER
1
PROG
1/JAN MON 21:28
PR DAY START → STOP
L1 MO 1 12:00 → 12:50SP
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
"❷ ➛❿
DELETE:CLR/RST MENU
VCR STANDBY/ON TV STANDBY
SLOW
SHUTTLE
TIMER PROGRAMMING
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
PROG
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
15
PROG
1/JAN MON 21:28
PR DAY START → STOP
L1 MO 1 12:00 → 12:50SP
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
"❷ SET: ❿
DELETE:CLR/RST MENU
V LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
AUDIO DISP./
SELECT
-/--
PROG
1/JAN MON 21:28
PR DAY START → STOP
L1 MO 1 12:00 → 12:50SP
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
-- ---- --:-- → --:----
"❷ SET: ❿
DELETE:CLR/RST MENU
3
The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the VCR to
record a programme up to one month before that programme is to
be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset.
☛Before presetting a recording, check that the date and
time are correct.
1- Insert the cassette. Press the TIMER button or,
◆Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
◆Press the OK button to select TIMER PROGRAMMING option.
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
2Press ❿ to select the input source.
3Select the required station by pressing the " , ❷ buttons or
INPUT to select the LINE IN 1 or LINE IN 2 input sources.
4Press ❿ to select the recording day.
5Select the required day by pressing the " or ❷ buttons.
6Press ❿ to select the recording start time.
7Select the required hour value by pressing the " or ❷ buttons.
8Press ❿ to select the minutes.
9Select the required minute value by pressing the " or ❷ buttons.
10 Press ❿ to select the recording end time.
11 Select the required recording end time by pressing the " or ❷
buttons, following the same procedure as when selecting the
recording start time.
12 Press ❿ to select the the recording speed (AUTO/SP/LP).
13 Press the " or ❷ buttons to switch between the AUTO, SP
(Standard Play) or LP (Long Play).
14 When you have finished, press the MENU button.
15 Press the VCR STANDBY/ON button to activate the timer.
Result: Before starting recording, the VCR compares the timer
duration with the remaining time on the cassette.
☛Auto Tape Speed Select
The VCR’s “Auto Tape Speed Select” function compares
the duration of the timer recording to the actual recording
time remaining on the tape loaded. If there is insufficient
tape to complete a timer recording in AUTO mode, the
VCR automatically switches to LP mode to record the
whole programme.
E.g. If there is a one hour AUTO mode timer recording
to be started, but only 40 minutes of tape
remaining, the VCR will record in SP for 20
minutes and switch to LP mode for the remaining
40 minutes.
You can check your preset recordings:
◆When you have finished presetting the VCR
◆If you have forgotten which programmes will be
recorded
1- Insert the cassette. Press the TIMER button or,
◆Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
◆Press the OK button to select TIMER PROGRAMMING option.
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
2Press the " or ❷ buttons to select the required programme.
3Press the ➛ or ❿ buttons to select and change any values as
required. For more details, refer to the previous page.
4On completion, press MENU twice.
You can cancel any programmes that are:
◆Incorrect
◆No longer required
1- Insert the cassette. Press the TIMER button or,
◆Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
◆Press the OK button to select TIMER PROGRAMMING option.
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
2Select the programme to be cancelled by pressing the " or ❷
buttons.
3Press the CLR/RST button to cancel the selected programme.
Result: All the recording information is deleted and the
broadcast will not be recorded.
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REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
26
The Intelligent Picture Control Feature allows you to adjust the
sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own
preferences.
1During playback, press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the IPC option is
selected.
5Press the ❿! button to select the IPC (intelligent picture control)
option.
➢When intelligent picture control mode is ON, the sharpness
of the image is adjusted automatically.
6To adjust the sharpness manually, press the ❷
button to turn the
IPC mode OFF.
7Press the ➛ or ❿ buttons until the picture is displayed according to
your preferences.
➢If you do not press a button within ten seconds, the
PICTURE menu disappears automatically.
8On completion, press the MENU button again.
Intelligent Picture Control
OPTIONS
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
"❷ ❿ END:MENU
This function allows you to play back any pre-recorded cassette.
1Switch on both the television and your VCR.
2Insert the video cassette to be played. If the safety tab on the
cassette is intact, press
❿ll .
Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically.
➢When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized
automatically to reduce disturbance (Digital Auto Tracking).
When playing a cassette, if the end of the tape is reached,
the cassette is rewound automatically.
NTSC tapes can be played back but cannot be recorded
with this VCR.
3To... Then press...
Stop the playback
■
(STOP).
Eject the cassette (EJECT).
Playing a Cassette
Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually
The Picture Alignment feature allows you to adjust the alignment
manually to obtain the best possible picture.
When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust alignment
manually by pressing the PROG/TRK (
" or ❷ ) buttons until the picture
is clear and stable.
Result:◆The tracking bar appears.
◆The image is adjusted.
◆The tracking bar disappears when you release the button.
OK
VOL PROG/TRK
REC MENU
32
USER SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
OPTIONS
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
** PICTURE **
IPC : OFF
SOFTEN SHARPEN
--------*-----
➛❿ ON/OFF: ❷
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REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
29
Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion
You can play a cassette in slow motion.
➢No sound is heard when playing back a cassette in slow
motion.
1Press:
◆ ❿
II
to start playing the cassette
◆SLOW ( ) as many times as required to decrease or
increase the speed respectively
☛
To return to the normal speed, press the
❿
II
button twice.
2When playing back in slow motion, picture interference may occur.
Press the PROG/TRK (
" or ❷ ) buttons to minimize this effect.
☛When you have been using the Slow Motion function for
more than about five minutes, the VCR will automatically
play to protect the:
◆Cassette
◆Video heads
You can:
◆Stop the cassette at a given frame (image)
◆Advance one frame at a time
➢No sound is heard when playing back frame by frame.
1Press:
◆ ❿
II
to start playing the cassette
◆ ❿
II
to stop the tape at a given frame
◆F.ADV ( ) to advance frame by frame
2To return to normal playback, press ❿
II
.
☛When you have been using the Frame-by-Frame function
for more than about five minutes, the VCR will auto-
matically play to protect the cassette and video heads.
➢Vertical stability: When playing back frame by frame,
interference may be seen on the screen. Press the
V-LOCK ( ) buttons to minimize this effect.
Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame
SLOW
V-LOCK
F.ADV
SLOW
SHUTTLE
V-LOCK
11
OK
REC MENU
1
2
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When monitoring a TV programme or playing back a Hi-Fi
recorded video tape, press the AUDIO button to select a desired
sound output. As the AUDIO button is pressed, the sound output
and the indicator change as below:
Selecting the Audio Output Mode
REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO
REC MENU
DISP./
L R
MIX
MONO
L
R
Heard in stereo.
(left channel and
right channel)
Left channel heard
from both the left
and right
speakers.
Right channel
heard from both
the left and right
speakers.
Heard in
monaural.
Channel I(MAIN)
heard from the left
speaker, channel
II (SUB) heard
from the right
speaker.
Channel I (MAIN)
heard from both
the left and the
right speakers.
Channel II-(SUB)
heard from both
the left and the
right speakers.
Channel I (MAIN)
heard from both
the left and the
right speakers.
Heard in
monaural.
Heard in
monaural.
Heard in
monaural.
Heard in
monaural.
Sound mixed the left and right channels, and the
normal audio track.
OSD display
Sound type Stereo sound Bilingual sound Standard
sound
broadcast
Selecting the Colour Mode
Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the
required system standard.
➢ ◆When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this VCR
make a setting on the colour system according to your TV.
If your TV is a PAL system only TV, set NTPB.
If your TV is Multi System TV (NTSC 4.43 compatible), set
NT4.43 and you can record NT4.43.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the
COLOUR SYSTEM option is selected.
5Press the ❿ button to select AUTO ➝ PAL ➝ MESECAM ➝ B/W
or NT3.58 ➝ NT4.43 ➝ NTPB.
AUTO When playing back a cassette, the system standard
is automatically selected by the VCR.
B/W Black and White
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
USER SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
OPTIONS
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
OPTIONS
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
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You can set repeat play to repeat the tape continuously from
beginning to end.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the
REPEAT PLAY option is selected.
5To... Press ➛ or ❿ , until...
Repeat play ON is displayed.
Do not wish to repeat play OFF is displayed.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
You can set interval repeat play to repeat the cassette several times
for special interval.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the
NO. OF INTERVAL REPEAT option is selected.
5To... Press ❿ , until...
Interval repeat play 5, 10, 15 is displayed.
(choose repeat time 5 times,
10 times, 15 times)
Cancel interval repeat play OFF is displayed.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
7To select interval during playback, press the INPUT/REPEAT
button at the desired start point.
Result:“INTERVAL REPEAT SETTING” is displayed.
Press the INPUT/REPEAT button one more time at the desired
end point.
Result: The tape is automatically rewound to the start point.
“INTERVAL REPEAT” is displayed.
Interval Repeat Play
Auto Repeat Play
AUTO POWER OFF :OFF
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
"❷ ❿ END:MENU
BONUS
AUTO POWER OFF :OFF
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
"❷ ❿ END:MENU
BONUS
Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind
Picture Search enables you to Fast Forward or Rewind and look for
a particular part of a tape.
1Press PLAY, the VCR will enter normal play mode. While in play,
press and release the
❿❿ (or ➛➛ ) button. The VCR will search at 5
times the normal playback speed.
2To return to normal playback mode, press the ❿
II
button.
3If you press and HOLD down the ❿❿ (or ➛➛ ) button the VCR will
search at 9 times the normal speed. Releasing the
❿❿ button will
return the VCR to search at 5 times the normal speed. To return to
normal playback mode, press the
❿
II
button.
4Whilst in Picture Search mode, if you press the ❿❿ button again,
the VCR will enter normal Fast Forward mode.
5Likewise, whilst in Picture Search ➛➛ mode, if you press the ➛➛
button again, the VCR will enter normal Rewind mode.
6If, when Redwing ( ➛➛ ) or Fast Forwarding ( ❿❿ ), you press the ➛➛
(or ❿❿ ) button, the VCR will enter the Picture Search mode.
Searching for a Specific Sequence
Each time you record a cassette on this VCR, an “index” is
automatically marked on the tape when recording starts.
The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a
specific index and start playback from that point. Depending on the
direction selected, the indexes are numbered as follows:
etc. Prev
Seq. Seq. being
played Next Seq. etc.
21 12
➞
➢This VCR uses a standard indexing system (VISS). As a
result, it will recognize any indexes marked by other
VCRs using the same system and vice versa.
INTRO SCAN
1To search for a specific index, press INDEX.
2Press the ➛➛
or
❿❿
buttons depending on the direction
where your desired programme is located.
3 When an Index mark is found the VCR will playback the tape for 5
seconds, after which it will continue searching for the next Index mark.
4 If you want to watch the tape from a particular Index, simply press ❿
II
.
Index Skip Search:
This feature will enable you to fast forward/rewind to a specific
point on a tape: E.g. if you have recorded 3 different programmes
on a tape and you have rewound the tape to the beginning, by
using this feature you can go directly to the start of programme 2
simply by pressing the INDEX button.
1Press the INDEX to start the Index search.
2Press the ➛➛
or
❿❿
buttons twice more. This will take
you directly to the start of the desired programme is located.
3These Index searches can be made forwards: (press ❿❿ ) or
backwards: (press
➛➛ ).
4 To cancel an Index search simply press the ❿
II
or
■
button.
V-LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
SELECT
-/--
INDEX: ➛➛!!!!!❿❿
INDEX SEARCH: ❿❿!!!! +01
1
EASY OPERATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
BONUS
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
EASY OPERATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
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Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable
You can connect other audio/video equipment to your VCR using
audio/video cables if the appropriate outputs are available on the
equipment chosen.
Examples:◆You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of a
second VCR (see page 34).
◆You wish to play back and/or copy pictures taken
with a camcorder (see page 34).
☛◆Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you
must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.
Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen
when the VCR is switched off.
◆Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched off before connecting the cables.
1Connect one end of the RCA audio/video cable into the VIDEO
INPUT socket on the front of the VCR.
2Plug the other end of the audio/video cable into the appropriate
output connector on the other system (VCR or camcorder).
3Connect one end of the RCA audio cable supplied into the AUDIO
INPUT sockets on the front of the VCR.
➢Take care to respect the colour coding of the left and right
channels.
4Plug the other end of the audio cable into the appropriate output
connectors on the other system (VCR, camcorder or Hi-Fi sound
system).
Using the Tape Counter
V-LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
SELECT
-/--
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
SELECT
-
/
--
0:00:00
2
2
The tape counter:
◆Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes
(hours, minutes and seconds)
◆Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the VCR
◆Allows you to find the beginning of a sequence easily
☛If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you
must indicate the type of cassette being used.
1Insert a cassette in your VCR.
2To set the tape counter to zero at the beginning of a sequence:
◆Press DISP./ twice to display the counter
◆Press CLR/RST when you want to set the tape counter to
zero
3When you are ready,
◆Start playback or Recording.
◆Press the
■
button.
◆To fast-froward or rewind to the sequence at which the
counter was set to zero, press
➛➛ or ❿❿ .
➢Some VCR information, such as the counter, can be
displayed on the television screen (unless you have
deactivated the OSD mode; refer to page 14).
Press DISP./ :
◆Once to display the current function, programme
number, recording speed, date, time and counter
◆Twice to display the counter only
◆Three times to display the time remaining on the
cassette
◆Four times to clear the display
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Your VCR remote control will work with Samsung televisions and
compatible brands.
To determine whether your television is compatible, follow the instructions
below.
1Switch your television on.
2Point the remote control towards the television.
3Hold down the TV button and enter the two-figure code
corresponding to the brand of your television, by pressing the
appropriate numeric buttons.
Brand Codes Brand Codes
SAMSUNG 01 to 06 PHILIPS 02, 20, 22
AKAI 09, 23 SABA 13, 14, 22 to 24
GRUNDIG 09, 17, 21 SONY 15, 16
LOEWE 02 THOMSON 13, 14, 24
PANASONIC 08, 23 to 27 TOSHIBA 07, 16 to 19, 21
Result: If your television is compatible with the remote control, it
will switch off. It is now programmed to operate with the
remote control.
➢If several codes are indicated for your television brand, try
each one in turn until you find one that works.
☛ When you change the batteries in the remote control, you
must reprogramme the code, following the same procedure.
You can then control the television using the following buttons.
Button Function
TV STANDBY/ON
➀
Used to switch the television on and off.
TV or VCR
➁
Used to switch between the TV and VCR modes.
Only the VOL
( +or – ) and TV STANDBY/ON
buttons are operational in VCR mode.
-/--
➂
Used to enter a two-figure programme number.
Example: For programme 12, press -/-- followed
by numeric buttons 1 and 2.
INPUT
➃
Used to select an external source.
VOL +or –
➄
Used to adjust the volume of the television.
PROG/TRK
➅
Used to select the required programme.
(
" or ❷ )
DISP./
➆
Used to switch between an external source and
the television tuner.
➢The various functions will not necessarily work on all
televisions. If you encounter problems, operate the
television directly.
Using the TV Buttons on the Remote Control
VCR STANDBY/ON TV STANDBY/ON
SLOW
SHUTTLE
V-LOCK
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
SELECT
-/--
TV
VCR
INPUT
REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
CLR/RST F.ADV INDEX
TV VCR INPUT
REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
SELECT
-/--
TV
VCR
INPUT
REPEAT
VOL PROG/TRK
AUDIO DISP./
1
2
2
6
6
7
35
5
4
GB
34
F.ADV
This function allows you to start a new recording at a specific
position on the cassette while maintaining a very smooth scene
change.
1Insert the cassette to be edited in your VCR.
2Press the ❿ll button to start playback.
3When you reach the position from which you wish to start the new
recording, press the
❿ll button.
4Press the F.ADV ( ) button again as often as necessary to
advance frame by frame, until the exact recording position is
located.
5While the VCR is in still mode, hold the REC button down for
a while to activate the Assemble Edit function.
Result: Record symbol flashes in the display.
6Select the source from which you wish to record by pressing:
◆The PROG/TRK ( " or ❷ ) buttons for television channels
◆The INPUT button for the LINE IN 1 or LINE IN 2 input
sources
7Press the ❿ll button to start recording.
8When you have finished recording, press
■
.
You can copy a cassette to your VCR from another video source,
such as another VCR or a camcorder.
☛It is an infringement of copyright laws to copy
prerecorded cassettes or to re-record them in any form
without the permission of the owners of the
corresponding copyright.
1Connect the VCR, from which the cassette is to be copied, to the
appropriate RCA audio and video input connectors on the rear of
your VCR, as indicated on page 10.
You can also use an RCA audio and video cable to connect the
LINE IN 2 input on the front of your VCR.
2Insert a blank cassette in your VCR.
3Insert the pre-recorded cassette in the other video source (VCR or
camcorder).
4Press the INPUT button to select the appropriate input on your
VCR:
◆LINE IN 1 for the rear input
◆LINE IN 2 for the front input
5Start playing back the cassette to be copied.
6Hold REC down for a while to start recording on your VCR.
7When you have finished recording, press
■
on both VCRs.
➢If you wish to view the cassette being copied:
◆Your VCR must be connected as usual to the
television (see page 9 for further details)
Using the Assemble Edit Function
Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder
OK
REC MENU
LINEIN 2
VIDEO L- AUDIO- R
STANDBY/ON EJECT
PROG
REC IIP/S
REW
F.F
STOP
OK
REC MENU
2
6

GB
37
GB
36
Technical Specifications
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Format VHS PAL/NTSC standard
Heads Video: 4 rotary heads
Hi-Fi audio: 2 rotary heads
Audio/Control: 1 stationary head
Erase: 1 full track erase head
Receiving channel VHF-I, VHF-III, UHF, Interband/Hyperband
Television system STANDARD B/G-D/K A2/NICAM STEREO
Luminance FM azimuth recording
Colour system PAL/MESECAM/NTSC: Down converted subcarrier phase shifted
direct recording
NTSC PB on PAL TV
<PAL/MESECAM> <NTSC>
Tape speed SP 23.39 mm/sec SP 33.35 mm/sec
LP 11.69 mm/sec SLP 11.12 mm/sec
<PAL/MESECAM> <NTSC>
Recording/playback time SP 3 hours (E-180 Tape) SP 2 hours (T-120 Tape)
LP 6 hours (E-180 Tape) SLP 6 hours (T-180 Tape)
REW time About 60 sec in REW with E-180
VIDEO
Input 0.5 to 2.0 Vp-p; 75 ohm unbalanced
Output 1.0 ± 0.2 Vp-p; 75 ohm unbalanced
Signal-to-noise ratio Better than 43 dB (SP)
Horizontal resolution More than 240 lines (SP)
AUDIO
Input -8 dBm, 47 Kohm unbalanced
Output -8 ± 3 dBm, 1 Kohm unbalanced
Wow and flutter (WTD) 0.4% max (SP)
Signal-to-noise ratio 68 dB min (IHF A filter)
Frequency response 20Hz - 20kHz
Power requirement AC 100-240V 50/60 Hz
Power consumption Approx. 17 watts
Operation temperature 41°F-104°F (5°C-40°C)
Operation humidity 10%-75%
Weight 3.3 Kg (net)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 360 x 94 x 287 mm
The Auto Power Off feature automatically turns off your VCR if no
signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected
time.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the
AUTO POWER OFF option is selected.
5Press the ❿ button, until you select the time of Auto Power off
interval. OFF 2HOUR 3HOUR
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Auto Power Off
Low Power Mode reduces the Standby power consumption of the
VCR when in Standby mode.
Useful, for example, when you are away from the house on holiday.
It saves actually turning the VCR off.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding " , ❷ or ➛ , ❿ buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result: The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding " or ❷ buttons, until the ECO. MODE
is selected.
5Press the ❿! button to turn LOW(3Watts) mode on. Now, when the
VCR is standby mode the front display panel will shut off.
Even the clock disappears. By pressing the VCR STANDBY/ON
button again the display panel will reappear.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
ECO Mode-Reducing Standby power consumption
AUTO POWER OFF :OFF
REPEAT PLAY :OFF
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
"❷ ❿ END:MENU
BONUS
OPTIONS
OSD :ON
TAPE SELECT :E180
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
"❷ ❿ END:MENU
EASY OPERATION
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
BONUS
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU
USER SET
PROG OPTIONS INSTALL
CLOCK BONUS LANG
OPTIONS
"❷!! ➛❿!! OK END:MENU