Ultrak KR4008EN User manual

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KR4008EN
Video Cassette
Recorder
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Ultrak Worldwide Support Center
Sales & Technical Support
1301 Waters Ridge Drive • Lewisville, TX 75057
[phone] • [phone] • FAX [phone]

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ISSUE 1 – APRIL 2001
ISSUE 2 – JUNE 2001
2001 BY ULTRAK
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED
PRINTED IN USA
ULTRAK CORPORATE OFFICE
1301 WATERS RIDGE DRIVE
LEWISVILLE, TX 75057
[phone]
ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. NO PART OF THIS PUBLICATION MAY BE REPRODUCED BY ANY MEANS
WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM ULTRAK.
THE INFORMATION IN THIS PUBLICATION IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE IN ALL RESPECTS.
HOWEVER, ULTRAK CANNOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM
THE USE THEREOF. THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT
NOTICE. REVISIONS OR NEW EDITIONS TO THIS PUBLICATION MAY BE ISSUED TO INCORPORATE
SUCH CHANGES.

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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
INFORMATION TO THE USER: THIS EQUIPMENT HAS BEEN TESTED AND FOUND TO COMPLY WITH
THE LIMITS FOR A CLASS B DIGITAL DEVICE, PURSUANT TO PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. THESE
LIMITS ARE DESIGNED TO PROVIDE REASONABLE PROTECTION AGAINST HARMFUL INTERFERENCE
IN A RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION. THIS EQUIPMENT GENERATES, USES, AND CAN RADIATE RADIO
FREQUENCY ENERGY AND, IF NOT INSTALLED AND USED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
INSTRUCTIONS, MAY CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO COMMUNICATIONS. HOWEVER,
THERE IS NO GUARANTEE THAT INTERFERENCE WILL NOT OCCUR IN A PARTICULAR INSTALLATION.
IF THIS EQUIPMENT DOES CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE TO RADIO OR TELEVISION RECEPTION
WHICH CAN BE DETERMINED BY TURNING THE EQUIPMENT OFF AND ON, THE USER IS
ENCOURAGED TO TRY TO CORRECT THE INTERFERENCE BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING
MEASURES:
-REORIENT OR RELOCATE THE RECEIVING ANTENNA
-INCREASE THE SEPARATION BETWEEN THE EQUIPMENT AND RECEIVER
-CONNECT THE EQUIPMENT INTO AN OUTLET ON A CIRCUIT DIFFERENT FROM THAT TO WHICH
THE RECEIVER IS CONNECTED
-CONSULT THE DEALER OR AN EXPERIENCED RADIO/TV TECHNICIAN FOR HELP
CAUTION: CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE MANUFACTURER
COULD VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS MEETS ALL REQUIREMENTS OF THE CANADIAN INTERFERENCE-
CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATIONS.
CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B RESPECTE TOUTES LES EXIGENCES DU RÈGLEMENT
SUR LE MATÉRIEL BROUILLER DU CANADA.

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WARNING
•TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
•DO NOT INSERT ANY METALLIC OBJECT THROUGH VENTILATION GRILLS.
CAUTION
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
EXPLANATION OF GRAPHICAL SYMBOLS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"
within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instruction
in the literature accompanying the product.
USERS OF THE PRODUCT ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING AND COMPLYING WITH ALL FEDERAL,
STATE, AND LOCAL LAWS AND STATUTES CONCERNING THE MONITORING AND RECORDING OF
VIDEO AND AUDIO SIGNALS. ULTRAK SHALL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR THE USE OF THIS
PRODUCT IN VIOLATION OF CURRENT LAWS AND STATUTES.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS – All of the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance
is operated.
2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3. HEED WARNINGS – All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS – All operating and use instructions should be followed.
5. CLEANING – Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning the EXTERIOR CASE ONLY.
6. ATTACHMENTS – Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may
result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
7. WATER AND MOISTURE – Do not use this product equipment near water – for example, near a bathtub,
washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool – or near moist or damp
areas.
8. ACCESSORIES - Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the equipment. Use only
with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product.
Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s
instructions and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer.
9. A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
10. VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and
to ensure reliable operation of the equipment and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not
be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug,
or other similar surface. Equipment should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This
product should not be placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. POWER SOURCES – This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your product
dealer or local power company. For products designed to operate from battery power or other sources,
refer to the operating instructions.
12. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION – This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line
plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the
plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug.
13. POWER CORD PROTECTION – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be
walked on or pinched by items placed on them or against them, paying particular attention to cords at
plugs and at point of exit from the product. Do not damage the power cord. Damage to the power cord
may cause a fire or shock hazard. When unplugging the power cord, hold it by the plug and remove it
carefully.
14. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING – If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product,
be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges
and built-up static charges.

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS, CONTINUED
15. LIGHTNING – For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended
and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. POWER LINES – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing
an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or
circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17. OVERLOADING – Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
18. SERVICING – Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
19. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY – Never push objects of any kind into this equipment as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the product.
20. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug the product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
A. When the power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. If liquid has spilled or objects have fallen into the video product.
C. If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions, adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may
result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to
its normal operation.
E. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet damaged.
F. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
21. REPLACEMENT PARTS – When replacement parts are required, be sure that the service technician uses
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
22. SAFETY CHECK – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
23. HEAT – The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
24. FIELD INSTALLATION – This installation should be made by a qualified service person and should
conform to all local codes.
25. ACCESSORY INPUTS – Only use dry contact type switches as triggering devices/inputs to the security
terminal. Introducing voltage to the event or panic record inputs may cause damage to the recorder as
well as the device being connected. EOT (End of Tape) devices must observe polarity and limit
DC voltage to 15 volts. Current consumption of an EOT device must be limited to 100mA or less. All
connections to the rear screw terminal must be free of an AC component signal and RF noise. Shielded
cable should be used for trigger input cable runs over 25 ft. in length.
26. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING – The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................. 1
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ................................................................................................................................. 1
FEATURES ......................................................................................................................................................... 1
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PRODUCT ................................................................................... 1
SECTION 2: CONNECTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 3
LOCATION OF CONTROLS ............................................................................................................................... 3
Front Panel.................................................................................................................................................... 3
Front Panel Display....................................................................................................................................... 4
Rear Panel Jacks.......................................................................................................................................... 4
Remote Control............................................................................................................................................. 5
CONTROL TERMINAL BOX ............................................................................................................................... 7
SECTION 3: OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................... 9
BASIC VCR OPERATION AND CONTROLS ..................................................................................................... 9
Loading a Tape ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Unloading a Tape......................................................................................................................................... 9
Playing a Tape .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Rewinding a Tape ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Fast Forwarding a Tape.............................................................................................................................. 10
Speed Search with Picture......................................................................................................................... 10
Pausing a Tape.......................................................................................................................................... 10
Controlling Vibration during Still Frame ...................................................................................................... 10
Using Repaired Tapes ................................................................................................................................ 10
USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL................................................................................................................. 10
Installing the batteries ................................................................................................................................. 10
Using the remote control to operate your TV.............................................................................................. 11
Setting your remote control to operate your TV.......................................................................................... 11
Operating your TV with the remote control ................................................................................................. 12
SETTING UP YOUR VCR................................................................................................................................. 12
Selecting the On-screen Language ........................................................................................................... 12
Setting the Clock Manually ......................................................................................................................... 13
RECORDING – ONE TOUCH RECORDING (OTR)......................................................................................... 14
If you program too much time into the OTR timer ..................................................................................... 14
How OTR affects other controls.................................................................................................................. 14
RECORDING – STANDBY ONE-TOUCH RECORDING (OTR2) .................................................................... 15
To Cancel OTR2......................................................................................................................................... 16
How OTR2Affects Other Controls.............................................................................................................. 16
RECORDING – USING AUDIO AND VIDEO FUNCTIONS.............................................................................. 16
Selecting and Adjusting the Audio and Video Functions ............................................................................ 16
RECORDING – AUDIO FUNCTIONS............................................................................................................... 17
Audio Functions .......................................................................................................................................... 17
Audio Monitor (Listen to)............................................................................................................................. 17
Audio During Normal Recording ................................................................................................................. 17

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TABLE OF CONTENTS, CONTINUED
RECORDING – VIDEO FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................... 18
Video Functions .......................................................................................................................................... 18
Tape (length)............................................................................................................................................... 18
PerfecTape Select (Play PerfecTape) ....................................................................................................... 18
Counter Zero Stop (Counter zero stop) ...................................................................................................... 18
Repeat Playback (Repeat Play).................................................................................................................. 18
PerfecTape®............................................................................................................................................... 18
Search to blank (Search to blank) .............................................................................................................. 19
TIMER RECORDING - CONVENTIONAL VCR TIMER RECORDING ............................................................ 19
Setting up a Program to Record ................................................................................................................. 19
Canceling a Recording in Progress ............................................................................................................ 21
Changing while Programming..................................................................................................................... 21
TIMER RECORDING – QUICK PROGRAM ..................................................................................................... 22
TIMER RECORDING – TIMER RECORDING HINTS ...................................................................................... 23
Using the VCR before Timer Recording Begins ......................................................................................... 23
VCR Memory............................................................................................................................................... 23
If a Tape Runs Out or is Not Loaded .......................................................................................................... 23
Overlapping Recording Times .................................................................................................................... 23
Auto Speed Programming........................................................................................................................... 24
Program Caution......................................................................................................................................... 24
Programs that End on the Day After........................................................................................................... 24
Program Skip Using Menus ........................................................................................................................ 24
Program Skip Using the POWER Button.................................................................................................... 25
Changing the Timer Recording Settings..................................................................................................... 25
Canceling a Timer Recording before the Recording Starts ........................................................................ 25
Memory Backup .......................................................................................................................................... 25
ADVANCED PLAYBACK CONTROLS ............................................................................................................. 26
Special Effects ............................................................................................................................................ 26
Using the FF and REW on the Front Panel to Control the Playback Speed .............................................. 26
Using |◄◄ and ►►| on the Remote to Control the Playback Speed .......................................................... 26
Still Adjustment ........................................................................................................................................... 26
Double Speed Playback.............................................................................................................................. 27
ADJUSTING THE TRACKING .......................................................................................................................... 27
Automatic Tracking ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Manual Tracking ......................................................................................................................................... 27
Slow Tracking.............................................................................................................................................. 27
TIME COUNTER ............................................................................................................................................... 28
Setting the Counter ..................................................................................................................................... 28
SEARCHING TECHNIQUES............................................................................................................................. 28
Quick Search (CM Skip) ............................................................................................................................ 28
Speed Search ............................................................................................................................................. 29
Counter Zero Stop ...................................................................................................................................... 29
Index Search............................................................................................................................................... 30
Automatic Index Marks ............................................................................................................................... 30
Manual Index Marks.................................................................................................................................... 30
Repeat Playback......................................................................................................................................... 31
DISPLAYING THE TIME GAUGE AND THE REMAINING TIME..................................................................... 31
DISPLAYING THE CURRENT TIME ................................................................................................................ 32

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TABLE OF CONTENTS, CONTINUED
CUSTOMIZE CHOICES MENU ........................................................................................................................ 32
Video Mute .................................................................................................................................................. 33
Auto Power Save (Auto Off) ..................................................................................................................... 33
PerfecTape®............................................................................................................................................... 33
Setting up PerfecTape®.............................................................................................................................. 33
Using PerfecTape® Automatically .............................................................................................................. 34
Using PerfecTape® Manually ..................................................................................................................... 34
Rental Xpress.............................................................................................................................................. 34
VCR-B SIGNALS............................................................................................................................................... 35
To program the KR4008EN and remote to VCR-B.....................................................................................35
To reprogram the KR4008EN and remote to VCR-A.................................................................................. 35
LOCK MODE ..................................................................................................................................................... 35
SECTION 4: TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE.................................................................................. 36
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................................................... 36
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE ........................................................................................................................ 36
TROUBLESHOOTING – TROUBLE CHECKS ................................................................................................. 37
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 38

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SECTION 1:
INTRODUCTION
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
The KR4008EN video cassette recorder is an advanced, high-quality audio/video recorder for
video surveillance in casino applications. The KR4008EN provides high-performance black-
and-white and color video quality. It features precise tape speed control similar to that of a jog
dial, allowing for multiple frame-by-frame speeds in forward or reverse, along with precision
gap heads which maintain a flat video bandwidth and improve resolution.
FEATURES
Features of the KR4008EN video cassette recorder include:
•Program conflict warning
•Advanced playback controls
•Automatic tracking
•Alfa 500 Precision High Speed Mechanism with 500x rewind/fast forward speed
•Multiple searching techniques
•Repeat playback
•Lock mode
•EP/SP indicator
•Remote control (batteries included)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THIS PRODUCT
The KR4008EN VCR has been modified for use as a casino deck operated remotely via a
computer control cable. Some features of the VCR, such as the tuner, have been disabled.
The remote control included with this VCR is a universal-type remote. When used with the
KR4008EN video cassette recorder, some buttons on the remote control are not needed and
will not function.
The remote control can also be programmed for use with standard televisions.

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SECTION 2:
CONNECTIONS
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
Front Panel
POWER Turns the VCR on or off. If you have programmed
your VCR to record, turn off the VCR.
EJECT Ejects a tape.
REC SPEED SP/EP Changes the recording speed.
(SP is standard play; EP is extended play.)
Cassette slot Insert the video cassette tape here.
Front panel display See next section.
Remote control sensor Receives signals from a remote control. If using a
remote control, do not block this sensor.
CHANNEL Changes channels.
Adjusts tracking and picture vibration.
◄◄ REW Rewinds a tape or reverse searches.
PLAY Plays a tape.
Resumes normal playback from special effects.
►► FF Fast forwards a tape or fast forward searches.
STOP Stops a tape.
PAUSE/START TIME Pauses a tape when recording.
Freezes a frame when playing a tape.
Sets the start time in OTR2recording.


REC/REC LENGTH Records to the end of the tape by pressing once.
Sets the recording time for OTR by pressing
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LOCATION OF CONTROLS, continued
Front Panel
Display
Recording
Speed
indicator
PWR Power light Lights up when the power is on.
VCR VCR light Indicates that the picture is controlled by the VCR.
Cassette light Lights up when a cassette is in the VCR.
Time display Displays:
•current time
•OTR and OTR2timer
REC Record light Lights up when the VCR is recording.
Flashes when the VCR is in recording pause mode.
Programmed
recording light Lights up when VCR is off and it is programmed to record.
PM PM light: Lights up when the current time or start time of OTR2is in the
afternoon. Turns off when it is in the morning.
Recording
Speed Indicator LED lights when the recorder is in Extended Play (EP) mode.
Rear Panel
Jacks
AUDIO INput and
OUTput jacks
Red and white jacks for receiving (IN) and sending (OUT)
audio signals. Red signifies the right channel and white
signifies the left channel. Stereo audio cables are also color-
coded red and white. If you are receiving or sending a mono
(non-stereo) signal, you should use only the left (white)
terminal.
VIDEO INput and
OUTput jacks
Yellow jacks for receiving (IN) and sending (OUT) video
signals to a monitor or from another VCR.
ANTENNA IN and
ANTENNA OUT jacks
These jacks are disabled for the KR4008EN.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS, continued
Remote
Control
VCR POWER Turns the VCR on or off. If you have
programmed the VCR to record, you need to
turn the VCR off.
EJECT Ejects a tape.




CHANNEL Selects next higher or lower channel in the
VCR’s channel memory.




VOLUME Raises and lowers the sound of the TV.
(Operates the TV only.)
TV POWER Turns the TV on or off. You need to program
your remote to operate your particular brand
of television.
MUTE Turns off the TV sound. Press again to
restore the TV sound to its previous volume.
(Operates the TV only.)
Number buttons Selects TV stations.
Sets quick search (CM skip) time.
QUICK
PROGRAM
Goes to Program to record menu.
Exits the programming screen.
INPUT Select between the antenna and any other
video equipment that may be connected.
PLAY Plays a tape.
STOP Stops a tape.


REW Rewinds a tape or reverse searches.


FF Fast forwards a tape or fast forward searches.
VCR/TV slide
switch
Operates the VCR when set to the VCR
position, the TV when set to the TV position.
You need to program your remote to operate
your particular brand of television.


REC Starts recording. While recording, adds
manual index mark.
PAUSE Pauses a tape when recording.
Freezes a frame when playing a tape.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS, continued
Remote
Control,
continued
DISPLAY Displays on the monitor:
•Time elapsed on the tape
•Time left on the tape, current time
•Channel number and audio reception
mode
•Audio channel(s) selected
•Source supplying the VCR with a signal
•If the VCR is stopped, playing, or
recording
•Turns on and off Lock Mode
X2 Use double speed playback when playing a
tape.
INDEX Begins index search forward and backward.
Controls the playback speed of a tape.
AUDIO/VIDEO Selects the audio and video settings to be
adjusted.
MENU Displays the menu. Exits the menu.
CANCEL Cancels menu selections.
Resets the counter display to “0h00m00s.”
+, - ADJUST Selects and adjusts menu selections.
ENTER Enter menu selections.
VCR/TV Switches between the VCR’s picture and the
TV’s tuner. Tuner has been disabled.
SP/EP Changes the recording speed.
(SP is standard play; EP is extended play.)

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CONTROL TERMINAL BOX
Control Wires Terminal Box Pin
Orange (ground) connects to RD (4)
Orange/White (5V) connects to BK (3)
Blue/White (cathode) connects to YL (2)
Blue (anode) connects to GR (1)
IMPORTANT: Retain this sheet for future
reference. Control terminal box diagram and
instructions are specific to this particular VCR.
Control wires may vary between individual units.

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SECTION 3:
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BASIC VCR OPERATION AND CONTROLS
Loading a
Tape
Tapes can be loaded into your VCR as long as the VCR is plugged in. Even when the VCR
POWER is OFF, loading a tape will automatically turn the VCR ON. Use only tapes that have
a VHS label.
1. Hold the tape so that the long narrow edge with the
contents label faces you. The other edge is hinged and
should face the VCR. The plastic window that shows the
videotape should face up.
2. Gently insert the tape evenly into the cassette slot
until the VCR automatically takes it in.
If the VCR will not automatically take the tape in,
press EJECT and try again.
Your VCR will eject the tape if it is loaded improperly.
If the VCR ejects the tape:
•remove the tape
•check to see that the contents label is facing you
•check to see that the geared tape reels are facing
down
•wait a few seconds and try again.
Unloading
a Tape
1. Press EJECT on the front panel. (If the VCR power is
OFF, the VCR will turn ON, eject the tape, and then turn
OFF again.)
2. Remove the tape.
Playing a
Tape
Press PLAY on the front panel of the VCR or the remote
control. The VCR will automatically play the tape at the
correct speed. When the VCR reaches the end of the tape, it
will automatically rewind to the beginning of the tape and stop.
You can stop playing by pressing STOP.

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BASIC VCR OPERATION AND CONTROLS, continued
Rewinding
a Tape
While the tape is stopped, press REW on the front panel or on
the remote control.
Fast
Forwarding
a Tape
While the tape is stopped, press FF on the front panel.
Speed
Search
with
Picture
While the tape is playing, press FF for forward speed search
with picture or press REW for reverse speed search.
See further instructions for additional information on searching
techniques.
Pausing
a Tape
While the tape is playing, press PAUSE to freeze the picture
on the screen. (Press PAUSE a second time to return to
normal play.)
If you leave the VCR in pause mode for more than 5 minutes,
the VCR will automatically stop to prevent damage to the tape.
Controlling
Vibration
during Still
Frame
If the picture vibrates during still frame, press the CHANNEL
buttons on the front panel until the picture is steady.
Using
Repaired
Tapes
We recommend that you take any broken or torn tapes to a
professional for repair. If you repair a torn tape with improper
materials, you could damage your VCR when you play the
tape.
USING YOUR REMOTE CONTROL
Installing
the batteries
1. To remove the back cover, press the ridged area
gently, then push the cover in the direction of the
arrow and life.
2. Load 2 “AA” batteries, making sure the polarities
(+) and (-) are correct. This is marked inside the
battery compartment
3. Set the VCR/TV slide switch on the remote control. For use with the KR4008EN (or other)
VCR, slide the switch to the VCR setting. For use with a TV, slide the switch to the TV
setting.