Hitachi VT-FX540EUK User Manual
Owner’s Manual
Please read before using this product.
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDERER
VT-FX540E(UK)
IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Unauthorised recording or use of broadcast television programming, video tape, film or other copyrighted material
may violate applicable copyright laws. We do not take
responsibility for the unauthorised duplication, use, or other
acts which infringe upon the rights of copyright owners.
A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING
This product’s packaging materials are recyclable and can
be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance
with your local recycling regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but
disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes.
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear
panel. Please note down the model number and
serial number and retain the information for your records.
Model number:
Serial number:
PRECAUTIONS
Important
• Use only cassettes with the VHS mark with this VCR.
Power Supply
• The main power supply is engaged when the power cord
plug is plugged in a 220-240V 50Hz, AC outlet. To operate the unit, press the OPERATE button to turn on the unit.
(The “PWR.” indicator on the display comes on.)
Dew Warning
• Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is
moved from a cold place to a warm place, after heating up
a cold room, or under conditions of high humidity. Do not
use the VCR for at least 2 hours until its inside is dry.
War ning
• To avoid fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to
rain or moisture.
WARNING: LIVE PARTS INSIDE.
DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS.
Positioning
• Do not place the VCR directly on top of, or underneath, your
TV set. Ensure that there is at least 20 cm between the VCR
and the TV set, and that air can circulate freely through the
ventilation openings of the VCR.
Safety Precaution
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Features
• Hi-Fi system
• Automatic Operations
• On Screen Display
• Auto Repeat Playback
• Picture Select
• One Touch Recording
• Parents Lock
• Auto Return
• Timer Recording
• Auto Head Cleaner
• NTSC Playback
• Quick-Find
• Index/Time Search
• Slow Motion
• Auto Clock Setting
• PDC
Cautions
1
Do not attempt to open the cabinet. There are no parts
you can service inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
2
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the sides or bottom
are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation
and to protect the unit from overheating, these openings
must not be blocked or covered.
Avoid installation in enclosed spaces such as bookcases
unless proper ventilation is provided.
3
Keep the unit away from radiators and other heat
sources.
Avoid use near strong magnetic fields.
4
Do not push objects of any kind into the VCR through the
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cabinet slots or openings as they could touch electrically
live parts or short circuit parts resulting in a fire or electric
shock.
6
Never spill liquid on this unit. If liquid is spilled and penetrates into the unit, consult qualified service personnel.
7
Use this unit in a horizontal (flat) position only.
Before attempting to operate the unit, make sure that the
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timer recording mode is “OFF”.
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This product is in Stand-by mode when it turns off while
the power cord is connected.
Do not place any combustible objects on the device
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(candle, etc.).
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................. 3
Cabinet Cleaning ................................................................................................................................. 3
Auto Head Cleaning............................................................................................................................. 3
Service................................................................................................................................................. 3
CONNECTION TO POWER ................................................................................................................ 3
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS ........................................................................................................4
Front Panel .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Indicator ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Rear Panel........................................................................................................................................... 4
Remote Control.................................................................................................................................... 5
SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................. 5
General Specifications......................................................................................................................... 5
Electrical Specifications ....................................................................................................................... 5
Other Specifications............................................................................................................................. 5
CONNECTING THE VCR ................................................................................................................... 6
VCR to TV Connection ........................................................................................................................ 6
Other Connections............................................................................................................................... 6
Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System ............................................................................................................. 7
INITIAL SETUP .................................................................................................................................. 8
Video Channel Setting ........................................................................................................................ 8
Setting the Clock ................................................................................................................................. 8
TUNING .............................................................................................................................................. 9
Automatic Tuning................................................................................................................................. 9
Manual Tuning ..................................................................................................................................... 9
To Skip a Preset Channel ................................................................................................................. 10
Channel Order ................................................................................................................................... 10
BASIC OPERATION ......................................................................................................................... 11
Playback ............................................................................................................................................ 11
Recording........................................................................................................................................... 11
ADVANCED OPERATIONS ............................................................................................................. 12
Counter Memory ................................................................................................................................ 12
OTR (One Touch Recording)............................................................................................................. 12
Auto Repeat Playback ....................................................................................................................... 12
Picture Select ................................................................................................................................... 12
Automatic Operations ........................................................................................................................ 13
Real Time Tape Counter.................................................................................................................... 13
Timer Recording ................................................................................................................................ 13
PDC (Programme Delivery Control) .................................................................................................. 14
Auto Return ...................................................................................................................................... 14
Parents Lock...................................................................................................................................... 14
Search Functions............................................................................................................................... 14
Copying a Video Tape ....................................................................................................................... 15
A Status Display ................................................................................................................................ 15
Video Cassette Tape.......................................................................................................................... 16
TV Colour System.............................................................................................................................. 16
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ......................................................................................................... 16
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................................ 17
HITACHI - YOUR GUARANTEE (UK & Ireland).............................................................................. 19
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MAINTENANCE
FUSE
BLUE
(Neutral)
BROWN
(Live)
CORD GRIP
OUTER SHEATH OF THE WIRE
Cabinet Cleaning
• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the VCR with a soft cloth that has been immersed in lukewarm water and
wrung dry.
• Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the VCR. Such chemicals may cause damage and discolouration to the exposed surfaces.
Auto Head Cleaning
• This feature automatically cleans the heads as you insert or remove a cassette to ensure a clear picture.
• The playback picture may become blurred or interrupted even if the TV programme received is clear. This does not mean that
the recorded programme has been erased. This problem is caused by dirt accumulated on the head after long periods of use,
or usage of rental or old tapes. In this case, head cleaning requires highly technical expertise and the nearest dealer should
therefore be consulted. Clean heads only when problems occur.
Service
• Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Turn the unit off, unplug the power cord, and take the unit to a Service Centre for servicing.
CONNECTION TO POWER
Before Switching on make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate.
Mains Cord
This appliance may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a non-rewireable plug the fuse
cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement available from the appliance manufacturer is obtained.
It is important that the colour of the replacement fuse cover corresponds with the rating marking on the base of the plug.
If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appro-
priate plug fitted following the wiring instructions below. The plug removed must be disposed of safely as insertion into a 13A socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. For your own safety read the following instructions carefully before attempting to connect
this unit to mains.
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE=NEUTRAL, BROWN=LIVE
Important
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:-
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red.
No connection is to be made to the earth terminal of the plug.
If a 13 Amp (BS 1363) Plug is used, a 3 Amp Fuse must be fitted, or if any other type of Plug is used a 3 or 5 Amp Fuse must be
fitted, either in the Plug or Adaptor, or on the Distribution Board.
Mains Supply: 220 - 240V 50 Hz - AC only
Do not make any connection to the larger pin marked with the letter “E” or by the symbol or coloured green or green and yellow.
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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
Front Panel
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PROGRAM
TRACKING
Indicator
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Rear Panel
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1. Cassette compartment
2. D (F.FWD) button
3. B (PLAY) button
4. E (REW) button
5. CA(STOP/EJECT) button
6. I (REC/OTR) button
7. Indicator (See below)
8. PROGRAM (o/p) [TRACKING]
buttons
9.yy(OPERATE) button
247
35689
10. PWR. (Power) indicator
11. TAPE IN indicator
RECPWR.
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12. REC indicator
13. (Timer) indicator
14. CLOCK indicator
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1716
AV2 (DECODER) AV1 (TV)
AERIAL
RF OUT
1920 18
AUDIO
OUTPUT
15. Power cord
16. AV2 (DECODER) socket
17. AV1 (TV) socket
18. AUDIO OUTPUT L/R jacks
19. RF OUT socket
20. AERIAL socket
L
R
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Remote Control
OPERATE
1
1
2
3
4
7
MENU
4
5
6
7
REW
REC/OTR
QUICK-FIND
8
AUDIO
SELECT
2
5
8
0
DISPLAY
3
6
9
COUNTER
RESET
PLAY
STOP
SPEED
SEARCH MODE
EJECT
PROGRAM
SLOW
MEMORY
F.FWD
PAUSE/STILL
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SPECIFICATIONS
General Specifications
Television system: PAL I
TV standard
Video heads Six comprising of Four-video
and Two-audio heads
Helical scan system
Tape width : 12.65mm
Tape speed
SP : 23.39mm/sec.
LP : 11.70mm/sec.
Tuner channel
IRA~IRJ
E21~E69
CATV
RF converter : Built-in UHF converter
Converter output : UHF Channel 22 to 69
(adjustable)
Timer indication : 24-hour system
Operating temperature : 5ºC ~ 40ºC
Terminals
AERIAL : Coaxial type, male
RF OUT : Coaxial type, female
AUDIO/VIDEO : 21 pin scart socket x 2
AUDIO output : RCA connector x 2
1. OPERATE button
2. NUMBER buttons
3. MENU button
4. DISPLAY button
5. REW/s button
6. STOP/Lbutton
7. REC/OTR button
8. QUICK-FIND button
9. SEARCH MODE button
10. PAUSE/STILL button
11. SPEED button
12. F.FWD/B button
13. PLAY/o button
14. COUNTER RESET button
15. COUNTER MEMORY button
16. SLOW button
17. PROGRAM (o/p) buttons
18. EJECT button
19. AUDIO SELECT button
To insert the batteries:
Install two AA batteries
matching the polarity indicated inside the battery
compartment.
Electrical Specifications
Video output level : 1Vp-p
Video output impedance : 75Ω unbalanced
Audio output level : -6dBv
Video input level : 0.5 ~2.0Vp-p
Audio input level : -10dBv
Video S/N ratio
(STANDARD): 45dB
Audio S/N ratio
(STANDARD): 41dB
Other Specifications
Power requirement : 220-240V 50Hz
Power consumption : 25 Watts (Stand by: 3.5watts)
Dimensions : W 360mm
H 92mm
D 226mm
Weight : 2.6 Kg. (approx.)
• Designs and specifications are subject to change with-
out notice.
CAUTION
On Battery Replacement
• Do not mix old and new batteries. (Also never mix alkaline batteries with manganese batteries.)
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CONNECTING THE VCR
VCR to TV Connection
Disconnect the TV’s power cord from the AC outlet.
1
Disconnect the aerial from the back of your TV and con-
2
nect it to the AERIAL socket on the back of the VCR.
Connect one end of the additional aerial lead supplied
3
with your VCR to the RF OUT socket on the back of the
VCR.
Connect the other end of the supplied aerial lead into the
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aerial socket at the back of your TV.
For best results connect a Scart cable (not supplied).
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See the diagram of “Other Connections”.
Plug the power cords of the VCR and TV into the AC outlets.
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(TV)
Decoder (Not supplied)
to 21-Pin
Scart socket
to 21-Pin Scart socket
AV2 (DECODER) AV1 (TV)
AV1 (TV)
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AERIAL
RF OUT
Euro Scart cables are obtainable at your dealer.
to aerial
socket
L
R
to RF OUT
(TV)
to aerial
socket
UHF
supplied
with VCR
AUDIO
OUTPUT
to AERIAL
L
R
to RF OUT
AERIAL
RF OUT
(Back of the VCR)
NOTE:
• If your TV has AUDIO input jacks, you may connect the
AUDIO OUTPUT L/R jacks on the back of the VCR to the
AUDIO input jacks on your TV.
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AERIAL
Audio cable
(not supplied)
RF OUT
L
R
(Back of the VCR)
IN
LR
AUDIO
(TV)
Other Connections
EURO SCART (AV) SOCKETS
Your VCR has two SCART sockets at the rear which can be
used to connect to the television and external devices e.g.
satellite decoders (Sky), digital terrestrial decoders
(Freeview), cable decoders (NTL, Telewest) or camcorders
and games consoles.
We recommend using SCART connections to obtain the
best quality picture and sound.
NICAM stereo sound is only achieved when using a SCART
lead.
AV1 (TV) CONNECTION TO TV
If your TV has Scart sockets, you may connect your VCR’s
AV1 (TV) scart socket to the Scart socket on the back of
your TV. Please see the instruction manual for your TV.
NOTE: You may connect the VCR to your audio amplifier.
Prepare an audio cable (not supplied).
1
Switch off your audio amplifier.
2
Insert one end of the audio cable into the corresponding
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red and white AUDIO OUTPUT L/R jacks at the back of
the VCR and the other end into the corresponding audio
input jacks at the audio amplifier.
AUDIO
OUTPUT
AERIAL
Audio cable
(not supplied)
IN
LR
AUDIO
(Back of the VCR)
Amplifier (Not supplied)
RF OUT
L
R
AV2 (DECODER) CONNECTION FOR OTHER
EXTERNAL DEVICES
The second Scart socket AV2 (DECODER) is designated for
other external devices, e.g. decoder, another VCR, video
camera and so on.
NOTE:
• If you want to connect a TV with Scart socket to your VCR,
the TV must be connected to the VCR through AV1 (TV). A
connection to AV2 (DECODER) will not function correctly.
EXTERNAL INPUT MODE
To receive the signal from an external input (decoder, video
camera, another VCR etc.), connect to the AV2 (DECODER)
socket, and press the PROGRAM (o/p) buttons or enter
“002” with the NUMBER buttons to display “AV2” on the TV
screen.
If you use the AV1 (TV) socket, press the PROGRAM (o/p)
buttons or enter “001” with the NUMBER buttons to display
“AV1” on the TV screen.
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