Zenith VCP354 Operating and maintenance manual

machine number I VCP354
has
the ENERGY
operating guide /warranty

WARNING:
WARNING
TO REDUCETHE RISKOF ELECTRICSHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER(ORBACK).NO USERSERVICEABLE
PARTSINSIDE.REFERSERVICINGTO QUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
The LightningflashwitharrowheadsymboL,withinanequiLateraLtriangle,isintendedtoalertthe
usertothepresenceofuninsu[ated_dangerousvoltage"withintheproduct'senclosurethatmay be
ofsufficientmagnitudetoconstitutea riskofelectricshocktopersons.
The exclamation point within an equiLateraL triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
importantoperatingand maintenance(servicing)instructionsinthe Literatureaccompanyingthe
appLiance.
WARNING:
TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIREORELECTRICSHOCK,DONOTEXPOSETHISAPPLIANCETORAINOR
MOISTURE.
I POWERCORD POLARIZATION:
CAUTION:ToPrevent ELectricShock,match wide bladeof plugto wideslot, fuLLyinsert.
A1-FENTION:Pour_viter Leschocs_Lectriques,introduire{a Lame{a plusLargede {afiche dansLaborne
correspondantedeta priseet pousserjusqu'au fond.
NOTETO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:
ThisreminderisprovidedtocaLLthecableIV systeminstaLLersattentiontoArticLe820-40ofthe
NationalELectricCode(U.S.A.).The codeprovidesguidelinesforpropergroundingand,inparticular,
specifiesthatthecablegroundshaU.beconnectedtothegroundingsystemofthebuilding,ascloseto
thepointofthecableentryaspracticaL.
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
Thisequipmenthas been testedand found to complywith the limitsfora CLassB digitaldevice,
pursuantto Part15 ofthe FCC Rules.TheseEmitsaredesignedto providereasonableprotectionagainst
harmfulinterferencewhen the equipmentisoperatedin a residentia{installation.Thisequipment
generates,usesand can radiateradiofrequencyenergyand,ifnot installedand used in accordancewith
the instructionmanual,may cause harmfu[interferenceto radiocommunications.However,thereisno
guaranteethatinterferencewiLLnot occurina particularinstaLLation.Ifthisequipment does cause
harmfulinterferenceto radioortelevisionreception,which can be determinedby turningthe equipment
offand on,the userisencouragedto tryto correctthe interferenceby one or more of the foLLowing
measures: • Reorientor relocatethe receivingantenna.
• Increasethe separationbetween the equipmentand receiver.
• Connectthe equipmentintoan outleton a circuitdifferentfrom thatto which the
receiveris connected.
• ConsuLtthe dealeror an experiencedradio/TVtechnicianforhelp.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith ELectronics
Corporation. Unauthorized modification couLdvoid the user's authority to operate this product.
ThiscLassB digitalapparatusmeets allrequirementsofthe CanadianInterference-CausingEquipment
Regulations.
"Ce apparel[num_riquede [aclassb respectetoutes[esexigencesdu R_gu[ementsurLemateriel.
brouiLlier du Canada."
Zenithisa trademarkofZEC © CopyrightZenithELectronicsCorporation1999

SAFETY TIPS I PAGE3
These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product.
1. Read Instructions
Readall of the safety and operating instructions
before operating the product.
2. Retain Instructions
Keep all safety and operating instructions for
future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
Follow warnings on the product and in the
operating guide.
4. Follow Instructions
Follow all operating and use instructions.
5. CLeaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning, Do not use Liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Usea damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by
product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water--for
example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, sink, or
Laundrytub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool
8. Accessories
Do not place product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. Product may fail,
causing seriousinjury to achild or adult, and
seriousdamage to the product.Use onlywitha
cart,stand,tripod,bracket,ortable
recommended by the manufacturerorsoldwith
the product.Any mounting of productshould
follow manufacturers instructions and should
use a mounting accessory recommended by
manufacturer.
9. Transporting Product
Move productand cart
combinationswith care.Quick
stops,excessiveforce,and
unevensurfacesmay cause
product and cart combination
to overturn.
10. VenUlation
Slotsand openingsincabinetmust not be
blockedor covered.They are providedfor
ventilation,to ensurereliableoperation,and to
protectfrom overheating.Neverblockopenings
by placingproducton a bed, sofa,rug,orother
similarsurface.Do not placeproductin built-in
installationsuch as a bookcaseorrackunless
properventilationisprovidedor manufacturers
instructionshave been adheredto.
11. Power Sources
Operate product only from
type ofpower source
indicatedon markinglabel.
Ifyou arenot sureofthe
type ofpower supplyto your
home, consultyour product
dealerorLocalpower
company. For products intended to operate from
battery power or other sources, refer to manual
12. Une-Cerd Polarization
Product is equipped with a polarized
alternating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). As a safety feature,
this plug will fit into power outlet only one
way. If you're unable to insert plug fully into
outlet, try reversing the plug. If plug still fails
to fit, contact an electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat safety purpose of
polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection
Route power-supply cords so they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
product.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
Ifan outsideantennaor cablesystemis
connectedto thisproduct,be sureantennaor
cab[esystemis groundedso asto providesome
protectionagainstvoltagesurgesand built-up
staticcharges.Article810 of the National
ElectricalCode (USA),ANSI/NFPA 70 provides
informationon groundingofmast and
supportingstructure,groundingof lead-inwire
to an antenna dischargeunitconnectionto
groundingelectrodes,and requirementsfor
groundinge[ectrode.
( See Fig. 1 below. )
Fig. 1
AntennaLead-inWire
•GlOtH)d
GroundingConducto_
N[C Section B10-21
GrOundCl_rnps
=ElectrodeSysteGrm°unding
NEC Art 2_0, Pall H
NEC: National Electrical Code
Antennagrounding per NECCode, ANSI/NFPA70

PAGE4 I SAFETY TIPS
These simple precautions wilt help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product.
15. Lightning
Foraddedprotection
for this productduring
a l.lghtning storm, or
when product is l.eft
unattended and
unusedfor tong
periodsof time,
unplug it from the
watt outlet and disconnect antennaor cable
system. This wilt prevent damageto product due
to l.ightning and powerLinesurges.
16. Power Lines
An outsideantennasystem shouldnot be
locatedin the vicinity ofoverheadpowertines
orotherelectriclight or powercircuits, or where
it canfat[ into such powertinesor circuits.
Wheninstallingan outsideantennasystem,take
extremecareto keepfrom touching suchpower
lines or circuits,ascontactwith them might be
fatal..
17. Overloading
Do notoverloadwattoutlets,extensioncordsor
integralconveniencereceptacles,asthiscan
resultinriskoffireorelectricshock.
18. Object and Uquid Entry
Neverpushobjectsof anykindinto this product
through openings,asthey maytouchdangerous
vol.tagepointsor short-out partsthat could
resultin fire or electricshock.Neverspill ).iquid
ofany kindon product.
19. Servidng
Do notattempttoservicethisproductyourself,
asopeningorremovingcoversmay exposeyou
todangerousvo[tageorotherhazards.Refera[[
servicingtoqualifiedservicepersonnel.
20. Walt or Ceiling Mounting
Mount productto wallor ceilingonlyas
recommendedbymanufacturer.
21. Replacement Parts
When replacementpart(s)arerequired,be sure
servicetechnicianhas used replacementpart(s)
specifiedby manufacturerorhave same
characteristicsas original,part(s).Unauthorized
substitutionsmay resultin fire,electricshock,
orotherhazards.
22. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the watt out!.et and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under these conditions:
a. If power-suppLy cord or plug is damaged.
b. IfLiquidhas been spilledor objectshave
Fattenintoproduct.
c. Ifproducthas been exposed to rainor water.
d. Ifproductdoesn'toperatenormallyby
followinghandbook instructions.Adjustonly
thosecontrolscoveredby handbook
instructions;improperadjustmentofother
controls may resul.t in damage and often
requires extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore product to normal.
operation.
e. Ifproducthas been droppedor cabinethas
been damaged.
f. Ifproductexhibitsa distinctchange in
performance.
23. Heat
Keep product away
from heat sources 1l_)u_
such as radiators,
heat registers,
stoves, or other
products (including
'amplifiers) that
produce heat.
24. Safety Check
Uponcompletionof any serviceor repairsto
this product,askservicetechnician to perform
safety checksto determinethat productis in
properoperatingcondition,

INSTALLATION IPAGE 5
SAFETYTIPS ...................................................... 2-4
Hook-up ......................................................... 6-8
Operation ....................................................... g-13
Contro|s and Indicators ............................................ 9-10
The Buttons on Your Remote .......................................... 11
VCPStatus Displays ............................................... 12
How to using menu ................................................. 13
TroubleshooUng & Maintenance ......................................... 14
SpecificaUons ..................................................... 15
Warranty ................................................... Back Cover
Note: This video cassette player is for video playback
only. Recording is not possible with this unit.

PAGE 6 I INSTALLATION
Referto the for[owingstepsto hook up your VideoCassettePLayereasi[yand quick[y.
Step 1: Identify the Connectors and Switches
Locate the foLLowing connectors and switch on the back of your VCP;
1. Video Out Jack
Video output must be used in conjunction
with audio out connection.
2. Channe| 3/4 Switch
Output video channel switch.
3. Ant In Jack
Input from external antenna or cabLe-iv
Line.
.RF Out Jack
Output to television.
o
6.
DC Input .lack
Inputfrom optiona|DC power source.
Audio Out Jack
Audio outputmust be used inconjunction
withvideoout connection.
Note: Use ofthe Audio/VideoOutputjacksis
optionaL.Dependingon the capabilityofyour
TV,you may getimproved picturequality
when usingtheseconnections.
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Step 2: Setect the Output Video Channel
Your VCPhas been designed to transmit a signa|
to channe[ 3or 4 of your TV, TO get the proper
TV signaL, set the Channe[ 3/4 switch on the
back of the VCPto the channel that provides
the best picture.
When playinga tape,the TV
must be tuned to the same
channe[(3 or4) as the
Channe[3/4 switchon the
VCP.
Note:
Thisonlyapplieswhen the RF OUT connectionis
used.Ifthe VCP isconnectedto yourIV viathe
Audio/Videooutputjacksalso,choose
appropriateinputsourceatthe IV,(TV Channel
3/4 orAuBioiVideoIn.)
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INSTALLATION IPAGE 7
Step 3: Connect VCP to Antenna or Cabte-TV Line
Your antenna/cable-TV connection wi_ be similar to one of the i_ustrations below.
Match yours to the one like it and make the connections shown.
I. Disconnect the antenna or cab[e-TV line
from the TV. 2. Connect the antenna or cabte-TV line to
the ANT IN terminal on the VCP.
Figure 2a: Antenna Connection
J
m
_12V 300/75 ohm
Adapter
Flat Wire
or)
Round Wire
m
-//tl/
ii/'ii
Note: The 300/75 ohm adapterisan optional
accessorythatisnot suppliedwith the VCP
but shouldbe avai{ablefrom yourZenith
videoproductretailer.
Turn off power or unptug VCP
before making any connections.
Figure 2b: Cabte-TV Connection
CABLE-TV
CH 3/4
,_ DECODER/
CONVERTER
or
(Direct Connection)

PAGE 8 I INSTALLATION
Step 4: Connect VCP to the TV
Refer to the following illustration to properly connect the VCPto your TV.
1. Connect one end of the round coaxial cable
supplied with your VCPto the RF OUT
terrnina[ of the VCP;
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the
RF IN (or ANTIN)terminal on your 1_/.
Figure 3: Connecting the VCP to Your TV
(Back of TV) VIDEO
IN
AUDIO
VHF/UHF/CATV
IN
I
Y
Note: An alterative to using the RFcable is to
connect the Audio/Video Out jacks on the VCP
to the corresponding jacks on your TV (if
present). However, these cables are optional
accessoriesthat are not supplied with the VCP
but should be avai|ab[e from your Zenith video
product retailer.
Step 5: Supply Power to the VCP
lo
t
Plug the AC adapter power cord into an
operating 120V ACoutlet and the other end
into the DCinput on the back of the VCP,or
Using the adapter cord, plug one end of the
cord into a 12 volt negative ground DC
source (such as the cigarette lighter socket
of a car) and the other end into the DC
input on the back of the VCP.

OPERATION I PAGE g
Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCP.
Controls and Indicators
1o
2.
POWER
Turns the VCPon or off.
STOP/EJECT
Stops playback, fast forward, reverse,
rewind, or speed search. Cancels automatic
modes of operation.
Ejects a cassette from the Video cassette
compartment. If pressed while the VCPis
turned off, the power wi[[ turn on, the
cassette will be ejected, then the power
wiff turn off automaUca[[y.
3. STILL
Pressduring tape playback to pause the
tape and "freeze" the picture. PressPLAYto
resume normal playback. If left in the Stiff
mode for five minutes, the VCPwi[[
automaticaffy go into Stop mode to protect
the tape and the VCPfrom possib[e damage.
4. POWER Indicator
Indicates that the power is on.
REW (Rewind) Indicator
Indicates the VCPis rewinding.
PLAY Indicator
Indicates tape is playing.
FF (Fast Forward) Indicator
Indicates tape is fast forwarding.
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TV/VCR Indicator
TV/VCR indicator is righted: To monitor,
view playback.
TV/VCR indicator is not righted: To view
channe[s selected by the TVtuner during
dubbing.
DEW Indicator
Indicates excessive moisture condensation
is in the unit. Keep power on at room
temperature unti[ indicator turns off. The
VCPwi|[ not operate if the DEWindicator is
on.
CST.IN (Cassette In) Indicator
Indicates a cassette is in the VCP.
A. (Auto) REPEATIndicator
Indicates automatic repeat is active.
REMOTESENSORWINDOW
Receives infrared rays from remote control
unit:,_ _-,
A. (Auto) REPEAT
Enables auto repeat. Tape will automatically
rewind when it reaches the end, then begin
to play again. Pressasecond time to
disab[e repeat.
(continued on next page)

PAGE 10 I OPERATION
7. REW (Rewlnd/Reverse Search) Button
Press white the VCPis in Stop mode to
rewind the tape (no picture, no sound).
During tape ptayback, pressto begin
Reverse Search; The picture portion of the
tape is played in the reverse direction at
high speed (sound is muted). PressSTOPto
end rewind or search.
Press and hold white Rewind mode to begin
Logic search, you can check what is on the
tape. When released, rewinding resumes.
8. FF (Fast Forward/Forward Search)
Presswhite the VCPis in the Stop mode to
fastforwardthe tape (no pictureor sound).
Duringtape playback,pressto begin
Forwardsearch;The pictureportionofthe
tapeisplayedathigh speed (thesound is
muted).PressSTOP to end Fastforwardor
search.
Pressand holdwhiteFastforwardmode to
begin[ogicsearch,you can checkwhat is
on the tape.When released,Fastforwarding
resumes.
g. PLAY
Beginstapep|ayback.The correctplayback
speedisautomaticat[yselected.
10.CassetteLoadingCompartment
Inserta VHS videocassetteintothe video
cassettecompartment untititis
automaticaLLydrawn intothe VCP.The
cassettecan be insertedeven when power
isoff.Powerturnson automaticallyand
ptaybackbegins.
CAUTION: DO NOT attemptto inserta
cassetteintothe compartmentwhen the
power cordisunptugged.
CAUTION" DO NOT insertfingersintothe
cassettecompartment.
Playinga Video Cassette
• Turnon the IV.
• Ifthe VCP isconnectedto the IV viathe RF
OUT jack,tunethe TV to the same channel
(3or 4) as the Channet3/4 switchon the
backofthe VCP.
• Ifthe connectionin mode viathe VCP's
Audio/VideoOut jacks,yourIV must be set
to receive audio and video from an auxitiary
source. (Refer to your TV operating
instructions.)
• To viewaVHS cassettetape,insertitintothe
cassettecompartment.The VCP wit[
automaticat[yturnon, p[aythetapeto its
end,rewindthe tape,ejectthe tape,and shut
off.Ifnecessary,use the TRK (TRACKING)
controlto adjustforthe bestpicture.
Normat TV Viewing
To watch TV,simplyplaceVCP inTV mode by
pressingTV/VCR on the remote repeatedlyuntil
the TV/VCR indicatortightdisappearsfromthe
VCP frontpaneL.Ifthe IV antennaorcabte-TV
finehas been connectedto the VCP as shown
inthismanual,itssignalwiLLpassthroughthe
turned-offVCP unaffected,as ifconnected
directly to the IV.