Hitachi VT-DX815A User Manual
FOR YOUR SAFETY
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VT-DX815A
Owner's manual
Using these quality features:
• D-VHS recording/playback
• Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)
• 8-program/1-year preset recording
• Auto clock set feature allows you to automatically set the present
time in the DSS® box clock (only when the VCR is connected to a
DSS® box with digital interface function)
* DSS® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics
• Auto head cleaning system minimizes the need for accessory
cleaners and professional head cleaning
• Auto tracking system automatically adjusts the tracking so the
picture is optimized
• Frequency synthesized tuner provides easy, preset tuning of up to
68 broadcast TV channels and 125 cable channels
• VHS Hi-Fidelity sound in playback
• Illuminated remote control for use with your VCR and TV
• On-screen programming guide
1
FOR YOUR SAFETY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FOR YOUR SAFETY........................................................................................... 6
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .............................................................................. 7
CUSTOMER CONTROLS.................................................................................. 11
VCR Customer Controls.................................................................................11
VCR Customer Controls.................................................................................12
Remote Control Customer Controls................................................................ 12
REMOTE OPERATION...................................................................................... 14
Install batteries in the remote control.............................................................. 14
Operating in the remote control...................................................................... 14
CASSETTE TAPES ........................................................................................... 15
Types.............................................................................................................. 15
Safety tabs prevent erasure............................................................................ 15
Insertion.......................................................................................................... 16
Removal ......................................................................................................... 16
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP–AV HOOKUP [A]......... 17
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 17
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INT ERFACE HOOKUP – S CABLE HOOKUP [B]
........................................................................................................................... 18
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 18
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP – RF HOOKUP [C]....... 19
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 19
DSS® BOX WITHOUT DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP–AV HOOKUP [D] . 21
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 21
DSS® BOX WITHOUT DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP – RF HOOKUP [E] 22
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 22
BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP [F]......................................................................... 23
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 23
ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP -
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 24
BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [H].............................................................................. 25
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 25
ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [I]........................................... 26
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 26
BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [J]......................................... 27
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 27
ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 28
ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX AND SPLITTER [L] 29
WITH THIS HOOKUP..................................................................................... 29
SETTING THE CLOCK...................................................................................... 30
Tips................................................................................................................. 30
AV HOOKUP [G].................................... 24
WITH CABLE BOX [K]............................... 28
2
FOR YOUR SAFETY
To set the clock manually............................................................................... 30
PRE-TUNING THE VCR TUNER....................................................................... 34
Presetting the received channels without using a cable box (Hookups [A], [B],
[C], [D], [E], [F], [G], [H] or [I])......................................................................... 34
When automatic presetting of channels are finished ...................................... 36
To add or erase channels............................................................................... 36
Auto blue setting............................................................................................. 38
PLAYBACK........................................................................................................ 41
To playback a recorded tape.......................................................................... 41
Rewinding the tape......................................................................................... 42
Rewinding the tape......................................................................................... 42
To remove noise from the picture................................................................... 42
SPECIAL PLAYBACK EFFECTS....................................................................... 44
Variable speed playback................................................................................. 44
Choosing a mode for audio playback ............................................................. 45
SHUTTLE CONTROL........................................................................................ 47
Using the shuttle ring on the remote control................................................... 47
USING THE "INDEX" FEATURE ....................................................................... 48
To find specific sections on a tape using the "INDEX" feature........................ 48
VIEWING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY............................................................. 50
Switching between the clock, time counter and time of remaining tape.......... 50
INDEX WITH THE TIME COUNTER.................................................................. 51
To find specific sections on a tape.................................................................. 51
VHS RECORDING STEP................................................................................... 52
Before you record........................................................................................... 52
Basic recording steps..................................................................................... 52
To watch a DSS® program while recording a program other than DSS®...... 54
D-VHS RECORDING SETUP............................................................................ 55
Setup Procedure (Hookups [A], [B] or [C])...................................................... 55
D-VHS RECORDING STEP ............................................................................... 57
Basic recording steps..................................................................................... 57
RECORDING A PROGRAM -
To watch one program while recording another.............................................. 59
To change the channel being recorded.......................................................... 59
To record a Second Audio Program (SAP)..................................................... 60
Stereo vs. mono sound................................................................................... 61
INSTANT RECORDING TIMER......................................................................... 63
Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT)........................................................ 63
DELAYED RECORDING.................................................................................... 64
Setting the VCR to record later....................................................................... 64
Before you begin ............................................................................................ 64
PROGRAM REVIEW ......................................................................................... 70
Reviewing what you have programmed.......................................................... 70
PROGRAMMING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV..................... 72
Using the VCR remote to control your TV....................................................... 72
RECORDING TIPS....................................... 59
3
FOR YOUR SAFETY
USING THE VCR REMOTE TO OPERATE HITACHI OR HUGHES DSS® BOX
........................................................................................................................... 74
Remote Control Customer Controls................................................................ 74
INTEGRATING YOUR STEREO SYSTEM WITH YOUR VCR.......................... 75
Hookup........................................................................................................... 75
To record from stereo..................................................................................... 75
COPYING TAPES FROM A CAMCORDER....................................................... 77
Hookup........................................................................................................... 77
To copy from a camcorder.............................................................................. 77
COPYING FROM ONE VCR TO ANOTHER VCR (DUBBING)......................... 79
Hookup........................................................................................................... 79
To copy from one VCR to another VCR.......................................................... 79
COPYING FROM ONE VT-DX815A TO ANOTHER VT-DX815A (D-VHS
DUBBING).......................................................................................................... 81
Hookup........................................................................................................... 81
To copy from one VT-DX815A to another VT-DX815A .................................. 81
PROBLEM GUIDE............................................................................................. 82
Problem guide ................................................................................................ 82
MAINTENANCE................................................................................................. 83
Maintenance................................................................................................... 83
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................ 84
Technical specifications.................................................................................. 84
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS HITACHI SALES
CORPORATION
4
FOR YOUR SAFETY
(AMERICA), INC. OF HAWAII, INC.
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd, 3219 Koapaka Street,
Honolulu,
Norcross, GA 30093 HI 96819
Tel. 770-279-5600 Tel. 808-836-3621
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
6740 Campobello Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
CANADA
Tel. 905-821-4545
QR17951 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1997
Printed in Japan
5
FOR YOUR SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60 Hz ONLY.
The POWER button turns the VCR on and off, leaving the clock/timer
unaffected. If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period, it is
recommended that the unit be completely switched off and unplugged.
Illustrated below is the label on the back of your unit.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to
make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the
operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be
read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
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.
WARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain
circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home videotaping of
copyrighted materials.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF
POWER PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF AC OUTLET AND FULLY INSERT.
Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
"Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV
system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable
entry as practical".
6
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the
manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of
every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.
This page lists important information that will help to assure your
enjoyment and proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder and accessory
equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product
and keep it in a handy place for future reference.
1 Read and Follow Instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the video product is operated. Followall operating and use instructions.
INSTALLATION
2 Retain Instruction – The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings – Comply with all warnings on the video product and in
the operating instructions.
4 Polarized Plug – This video 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. To prevent electric shock do not use this
polarized plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the
blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure. If you need an
extension, use a polarized cord.
5 Power Sources – This video 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 supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local
power company. For video products intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
6 Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets and
extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed power cords, damaged
7
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. They may result in a shock
or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your
service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated
insulation.
7 Power-Cord Protection – Power supply cords should be routed so that
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 the appliance.
8 Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect
it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a
bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface. This video product should never be
placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer's
instructions have been followed.
9 Attachments – Do not use attachments unless recommended by the
video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or
accessories connected to this unit should bear the UL listing mark or CSA
certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so
as to defeat the saf e ty f e atures. This will help avoid any potential hazard from
electric shock or fire. If in doubt, contact qualified service personnel.
10 Water and Moisture – Do not use this video product near water - for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.
11 Accessories – Do not place this video product on an unstable card,
stand, tripod, bracket or table. The video product may fall, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the
manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the product
should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
8
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
11A An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.) pg. 4
12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable
system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in
wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and
requirements for the grounding electrode. See example below.
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
13 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 or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and
should be left to a professional antenna installer.
USE
14 Cleaning – Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
15 Object and Liquid Entry – Never push objects of any kind into this
video product through openings 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 video product.
16 Lightning – For added protection for this video 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-
9
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning
and power-line surges.
17 Servicing – Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
18 Conditions Requiring Service – Unplug this video product from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions.
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video 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 video product to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been
damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this
indicates a need for service.
19 Replacement Parts – When replacement parts are required, have the
service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same
safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified
by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other
hazards.
20 Safety Check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks
recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is
in safe operating condition.
SERVICE
10
CUSTOMER CONTROLS
A
A
A
A
CUSTOMER CONTROLS
VCR Customer Controls
pic
Item No. Function Page
1 POWER button 2
2 EJECT button 9
3 Cassette compartment 9
4 STOP button 25
5 Shuttle ring 31
6 PLAY/STILL button 29
7 REC/IRT button 36
8 CHANNEL (channel up/down)
TRACKING buttons
9 Infrared receiver 8
10 REC indicator 36
11 D-VHS indicator 27
pic - "behind the cover"
12
13 VIDEO IN jack 50
14
VCR Display
15
16 Time,
17 REM (tape remaining time) indicator 33
18 VCR, operate mode —
19
20
21 Tape speed SP/EP 35
22 Delayed recording indicator 45
23 Tape-in indicator 9
24 TV channel, 36
UDIO IN (L), (R) jacks 50
NT. OUT select button 10
pic
M/PM indicators 22
Tape counter,
Tape remaining or
VCR mode indicator
PLAY - playback
SRCH - double-speed play and visual
search ["–" appears during reverse
direction viewing]
SLOW - slow play
REW - rewind
FF - fast forward
STILL - play pause and frame advance
udio indicators —
- record (flashes during record
pause)
36
28
22
33
33
27
27
29
—
27
—
29
36
11
CUSTOMER CONTROLS
A
A
A
uxiliary (L1/L2)
DSS indicator (dSS)
Tracking Level Meter
Accessories supplied
1
pic
Remote control
2
Cable for
connecting this
VCR to a TV
3
pic
Digital A/V cable
51
27
28
4
pic
D-VHS video
cassette
5
Batteries for remote
control handset
(R6)
CUSTOMER CONTROLS (cont.) pg. 7
VCR Customer Controls
pic
Item No. Function Page
25 DIGITAL A/V jack 10
26
27 VIDEO IN jack —
28 IN FROM ANT. – signal input 10
29 OUT TO TV – signal out to TV 10
30 VIDEO OUT jack 11
31
UDIO IN (L), (R) jacks 49
UDIO OUT (L), (R) jacks 11
Remote Control Customer Controls
Remote Control Keys pic
Item No. Function Page
1 Transmission window 8
2 POWER button 24
3 GUIDE – to recall OSD menu 24
4 PROGRAM (programming) button 44
5 CLEAR/EXIT – clears time counter 34
6 DISP/INFO – to recall on-screen display 33
7 100/ENT button 36
8 VCR, TV, DSS – device buttons let you
set the remote to control one of the three
devices
9 MUTE button – turns off the audio until you
press MUTE again
8
47
12
CUSTOMER CONTROLS
A
10 VOL button – increase or decrease the
audio volume
11 REC – record button 36
12 REW button – fast rewind or search 27
13 PLAY button – playback 27
14 DSS GUIDE button 48
15 PAUSE/SELECT button 29
16 Shuttle ring 31
17 LIGHT button – illuminates key function
buttons for a few seconds
18 DSS MENU button 48
19 STOP button – stops play/record function 27
20 F.F button – fast forward or search 29
21 CH (channel up/down) button 39
22 LAST CH button – switches to the TV
channel you watched previously during the
current viewing session.
23 VCR/TV mode select button 40
24 DSS/TV mode select button 48
25
26 Number buttons 22
27 DSS/VCR button 36
VX button – select L1 or L2 49
47
8
47
13
REMOTE OPERATION
REMOTE OPERATION
Install batteries in the remote control
The remote control requires two "AA" batteries.
pic
1 Push the
of the arrow to remove it.
Note: When replacing the batteries, remove the old batteries and keep the
POWER button depressed for 10 seconds before inserting fresh batteries.
pic pic Hold for 10 seconds pic
2 Install batteries.
• Align the positive (+) and negative (-) polarity marks on the batteries with
those indicated on the remote control.
pic
3 Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to close it.
pic
mark and hold it, then slide the cover in the direction
Operating in the remote control
Operating the VCR:
1 Make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and
VCR's infrared receiver.
pic
Note: You cannot operate the VCR if there is an obstacle (for example, coffee
table, sofa, etc) between the VCR and remote control.
2 Point the remote control at the VCR's infrared receiver and press
the required button on the remote control.
Note: If the remote does not work even at close range, try replacing the batteries
with two fresh "AA" batteries.
About the illuminated buttons:
• If a button on the remote control is pressed, one of the VCR, TV and
DSS buttons lights so that you know which device you are now operating.
pic
14
CASSETTE TAPES
CASSETTE TAPES
Types
Only use video cassettes with the or mark in this
VCR.
Use only D-VHS video cassettes for D-VHS recording. Do not use any
other video cassettes than D-VHS video cassettes for D-VHS recording.
You cannot engage D-VHS recording on VHS cassettes.
The table shows the recording time of different cassettes.
• To get the best quality picture, record at standard recording speed (SP).
Types
Recording time
SP EP STD
T-120 120 min. 360 min. —
VHS
T-160 160 min. 480 min. —
T-180 180 min. 540 min. —
T-210 210 min. 630 min. —
D-VHS DF300 — — 300 min.
Note: The recording speed is automatically set to STD during D-VHS recording:
You cannot select SP or EP speed.
• This VCR does not record at the LP speed, but it can play cassettes that
were recorded at the LP speed.
Safety tabs prevent erasure
To avoid erasing a recording
Break off the safety tab using a
screwdriver or similar tool.
To re-record on a cassette
which has its safety tab
removed
Cover the hole with plastic tape.
The VCR automatically enters the playback mode when a cassette without
its safety tab is inserted. The VCR won't record on a tape without a
safety tab and the cassette will be ejected if the REC or REC/IRT
button is pressed. Be sure to check the safety tab before inserting a
cassette.
15
CASSETTE TAPES
Insertion
Push the video cassette gently into the slot on the front of the VCR.
• The VCR automatically turns on and the "Tape-In" indicator turns on
when the cassette is in place.
pic
Removal
Press the EJECT button on the VCR.
The cassette will come partially out of the compartment so you can pull it
out.
• The "Tape-In" indicator turns off.
• The cassette can be ejected with the power on or off.
16
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP–AV HOOKUP [A]
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP–AV HOOKUP [A]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE TV OR DSS® CHANNELS
• RECORD AND PLAYBACK A DSS® CHANNEL IN THE D-VHS
FORMAT WITH DSS® BOX
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
• RECORD A CHANNEL OTHER THAN DSS® AND WATCH A DSS®
CHANNEL
Note: pic
When connecting the digital A/V cable, be careful of the orientation of its
connector.
Hookup A Illustration pic
Note: Your VCR cannot receive RF signals from the antenna or cable through
the DSS® box. Connect the antenna or cable cord to the IN FROM ANT jack of
the VCR, not to the RF IN/OUT jacks of the DSS® box.
TABLE A
CHANNEL SELECTION
FUNCTION
TV VCR DSS® BOX
Select and Watch
Channels using TV
Select and Watch
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Record and Watch the
Same DSS® Channel
Watch a Channel other
than DSS® and Record a
DSS® Channel
Watch Playback of a Tape AUX or VIDEO
Select Channel to
Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select dSS Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
OFF
Watch
Record
Select Channel to
Record
Select dSS Select Channel to
OFF
Watch/Record
Record
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(TV mode)
OFF
(TV mode)
17
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP – S CABLE
HOOKUP [B]
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP – S CABLE HOOKUP
[B]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE TV OR DSS® CHANNELS
• RECORD AND PLAYBACK A DSS® CHANNEL IN THE D-VHS
FORMAT WITH DSS® BOX
• WATCH DSS® CHANNELS WITH HIGHER PICTURE QUALITY
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
• RECORD A CHANNEL OTHER THAN DSS® AND WATCH A DSS®
CHANNEL
Note: pic
When connecting the digital A/V cable, be careful of the orientation of its
connector.
Hookup B Illustration pic
Note: Your VCR cannot receive RF signals from the antenna or cable through
the DSS® box. Connect the antenna or cable cord to the IN FROM ANT jack of
the VCR, not to the RF IN/OUT jacks of the DSS® box.
TABLE B
CHANNEL SELECTION
FUNCTION
TV VCR DSS® BOX
Select and Watch
Channels using TV
Select and Watch
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Record and Watch the
Same DSS® Channel
Watch a Channel other
than DSS® and Record a
DSS® Channel
Watch Playback of a Tape AUX or VIDEO
Select Channel to
Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select dSS Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
OFF
Watch
Record
Select Channel to
Record
Select dSS Select Channel to
OFF
Watch/Record
Record
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(TV mode)
OFF
(TV mode)
18
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL I NTERFACE HOOKUP – RF HOOKUP
[C]
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP – RF HOOKUP [C]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE TV OR DSS® CHANNELS
• RECORD AND PLAYBACK A DSS® CHANNEL IN THE D-VHS
FORMAT WITH DSS® BOX
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
• RECORD A CHANNEL OTHER THAN DSS® AND WATCH A DSS®
CHANNEL
Note: pic
When connecting the digital A/V cable, be careful of the orientation of its
connector.
Hookup C Illustration pic
Note: Your VCR cannot receive RF signals from the antenna or cable through
the DSS® box. Connect the antenna or cable cord to the IN FROM ANT jack of
the VCR, not to the RF IN/OUT jacks of the DSS® box.
TABLE C
CHANNEL SELECTION
FUNCTION
TV VCR DSS® BOX
Select and Watch
Channels using TV
Select and Watch
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Record and Watch the
Same DSS® Channel
Watch a Channel other
than DSS® and Record a
DSS® Channel
Watch Playback of a Tape 3 or 4 ON
Select Channel to
Watch
3 or 4 Select Channel to
3 or 4 Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
3 or 4 Select dSS Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
OFF
ON
Watch
ON
Record
Select Channel to
Record
Select dSS Select Channel to
OFF
Watch/Record
Record
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
(VCR mode)
(TV mode)
ON
(VCR mode)
OFF
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
Switch the RF Channel
When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either
channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel.
• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT
19
DSS® BOX WITH DIGITAL I NTERFACE HOOKUP – RF HOOKUP
[C]
button on front of the VCR. Pressing the button alternates between RFCH
03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.
Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your
area.
20
DSS® BOX WITHOUT DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP–AV
HOOKUP [D]
DSS® BOX WITHOUT DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP–AV HOOKUP [D]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE TV OR DSS® CHANNELS
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
YOU CAN'T......
• RECORD A CHANNEL OTHER THAN DSS® AND WATCH A DSS®
CHANNEL
Hookup D Illustration pic
Note: Your VCR cannot receive RF signals from the antenna or cable through
the DSS® box. Connect the antenna or cable cord to the IN FROM ANT jack of
the VCR, not to the RF IN/OUT jacks of the DSS® box.
TABLE D
CHANNEL SELECTION
FUNCTION
TV VCR DSS® BOX
Select and Watch
Channels using TV
Select and Watch
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Record and Watch the
Same DSS® Channel
Watch a Channel other
than DSS® and Record a
DSS® Channel
Watch Playback of a Tape AUX or VIDEO
Select Channel to
Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select L1 Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
OFF
Watch
Record
Select Channel to
Record
Select L1 Select Channel to
OFF
Watch/Record
Record
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(TV mode)
OFF
(TV mode)
21
DSS® BOX WITHOUT DIGITAL I NTERFACE HOOKUP – RF
HOOKUP [E]
DSS® BOX WITHOUT DIGITAL INTERFACE HOOKUP – RF HOOKUP [E]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE TV OR DSS® CHANNELS
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
YOU CAN'T......
• RECORD A CHANNEL OTHER THAN DSS® AND WATCH A DSS®
CHANNEL
Hookup E Illustration pic
Note: Your VCR cannot receive RF signals from the antenna or cable through
the DSS® box. Connect the antenna or cable cord to the IN FROM ANT jack of
the VCR, not to the RF IN/OUT jacks of the DSS® box.
TABLE E
CHANNEL SELECTION
FUNCTION
TV VCR DSS® BOX
Select and Watch
Channels using TV
Select and Watch
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Record and Watch the
Same DSS® Channel
Watch a Channel other
than DSS® and Record a
DSS® Channel
Watch Playback of a Tape 3 or 4 ON
Select Channel to
Watch
3 or 4 Select Channel to
3 or 4 Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
3 or 4 Select L1 Select Channel to
Select Channel to
Watch
OFF
ON
Watch
ON
Record
Select Channel to
Record
Select L1 Select Channel to
OFF
Watch/Record
Record
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
(VCR mode)
(TV mode)
ON
(VCR mode)
OFF
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
Switch the RF Channel
When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either
channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel.
• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT
button on front of the VCR. Pressing the button alternates between RFCH
03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.
Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your
area.
22
BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP [F]
BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP [F]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup F Illustration pic
TABLE F
CHANNEL SELECTION
FUNCTION
TV VCR
Select and Watch
Channels using TV
Select and Watch
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Watch Playback of a Tape 3 or 4 ON
Select Channel to Watch OFF
3 or 4 Select Channel to Watch ON
3 or 4 Select Channel to Record ON
Select Channel to Watch Select Channel to Record OFF
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
(VCR mode)
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
Switch the RF Channel
When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either
channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel.
• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT
button on front of the VCR. Pressing the button alternates between RFCH
03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.
Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your
area.
23
ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [G]
ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [G]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup G Illustration pic
TABLE G
FUNCTION
TV VCR
Select and Watch
Channels using TV
Select and Watch
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Watch Playback of a Tape AUX or VIDEO
CHANNEL SELECTION
Select Channel to Watch OFF
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to Record
Select Channel to Watch Select Channel to Record OFF
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(TV mode)
24
BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [H]
BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [H]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup H Illustration pic
TABLE H
CHANNEL SELECTION
FUNCTION
TV VCR
Select and Watch Cable
Channels using TV
Select and Watch Cable
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Watch Playback of a Tape 3 or 4 ON
Select Channel to Watch OFF
3 or 4 Select Channel to Watch ON
3 or 4 Select Channel to Record ON
Select Channel to Watch Select Channel to Record OFF
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
(VCR mode)
(TV mode)
(VCR mode)
Switch the RF Channel
When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either
channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel.
• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT
button on front of the VCR. Pressing the button alternates between RFCH
03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.
Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your
area.
25
ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [I]
ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [I]
WITH THIS HOOKUP
YOU CAN......
• WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS
• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL
• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup I Illustration pic
TABLE I
FUNCTION
TV VCR
Select and Watch Cable
Channels using TV
Select and Watch Cable
Channels using VCR
Record and Watch the
Same Channel
Record One Channel
Watch Another
Watch Playback of a Tape AUX or VIDEO
CHANNEL SELECTION
Select Channel to Watch OFF
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to Watch
AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to Record
Select Channel to Watch Select Channel to Record OFF
VCR indicator
(Press the VCR/TV
mode select button to
turn the VCR indicator
on or off)
(TV mode)
(TV mode)
26
Loading...