Hitachi VTFX695A User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

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VT-FX695A

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.

The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.

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) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING

AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA LEAD WIRE

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMP

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

1. Read Instructions- All 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 appliance and in the operating

instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions- All operating and use instructions should be

followed.

5.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. EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted service and, that for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an authorization code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged by the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description otherwise required in item 5.

6. Attachments- Do not use attachments not recommended by the video

product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7.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.

8. Accessories- Do not place this video product on an unstable cart,

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 appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 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.

9.Ventilation- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for

ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating, and 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 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 .

10. 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 appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. Grounding or Polarization- 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. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

12. 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.

13. 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. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with regard 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. (Fig.A)

14. 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 system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to lightning and power-line surges.

15. 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.

16. Overloading- Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this

can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17. Object and Liquid Entry- Never push objects of any kind into this video

product through any 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.

18. 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.

19. Damage 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 as an 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 damaged in any way. f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this

indicates a need for service.

20. Replacement Parts- When replacement parts are required, be sure the

service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

21. Safety Check- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video

product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.

22. Heat- This video product should be situated away from heat sources

such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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IMPORTANT

SAFEGUARDS

PRECAUTIONS

DESCRIPTION

OF CONTROLS

FOR USE

PREPARATION

SETUP

FUNCTION

PLAYBACK

FUNCTION

RECORDING

SPECIAL

FEATURES

GUIDE

TROUBLE-SHOOTING

MAINTENANCE

TECHNICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

EN ESPAÑOL

INSTRUCCIONES

(

)

Front Panel

Display Window

VIDEO-IN

AUDIO-INLR

CHANNEL

REC/IRT

REW F.FWD

PLAY

STOP/EJECT

TRACKING

7689

POWER

2 3 4 5

14 15

16 17 18

Remote Control

POWER

123

456

789

+100

TVVCR

REW

PLAY

STOP

F.FWD

PAUSE

SEARCH MODE

DISPLAYMENU

TAPE SPEED

18 19

12 13

REC

SLOW

CATV

VCR/TV

MUTE

ENTER

VOL

RESET

EXIT COUNTER

MEMORY

Rear Panel

23 24 2625

ANT

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT

OUT IN

CH3CH4

OUT

INSTALL LOCATION

(

)

To insert the batteries

For safety and optimum performance of your VCR:

• Install the VCR in a horizontal and stable position.

• Do not place anything directly on top of the VCR.

• Do not place the VCR directly on top of the TV.

• Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from

sources of intense heat. Avoid dusty or humid places.

• Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes

PRECAUTIONS

on the sides of the VCR. Avoid locations subject to strong vibration or strong magnetic fields.

AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

OF CONTROLS

• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it

DESCRIPTION

from AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.

• If, by accident, water is spilled on your VCR, unplug the power cord immediately and take the unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing.

• Do not put your fingers or objects into the VCR cassette holder.

MOISTURE CONDENSATION WARNING

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, or after heating a cold room or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use the VCR at least for 2 hours until its inside is dry.

FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual.The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

Unauthorized recording or use of broadcast television programming, video tape, film or other copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. We assume no responsibility for the unauthorized 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.

Note to the Cable TV System Installer:

This reminder is provided to call the Cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code, which provides guidelines for proper grounding – in particular, specifying that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as possible.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

PRECAUTIONS

DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

1. Cassette Compartment

2. REW button

3. STOP/EJECT button

4. PLAY button

5. F.FWD button

6. REC/IRT button

13. PWR. indicator

14. TAPE IN indicator

15. VCR indicator

19. AC Power Cord

20. AUDIO OUT jacks

21. AUDIO IN jacks

22. ANT. IN jack

Install two AA batteries matching the polarity indicated inside the battery compartment.

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7. CHANNEL button

8. Display Window

9. Remote Sensor

10. POWER button

11. AUDIO Input jacks

12. VIDEO Input jack

16. REC indicator

17. TIMER indicator

18. CLOCK indicator

23. VIDEO OUT jack

24. VIDEO IN jack

25. CH3/CH4 selector switch

26. ANT. OUT jack

1. POWER button

2. NUMBER buttons

3. TAPE SPEED button

4. MENU button

5. DISPLAY button

6. REW button

7. STOP button

8. REC button

9. MODE SELECT buttons

10. VCR/TV button

11. CH button

12.

VOL

button

13. MUTE button

14. PLAY button

15. F.FWD button

16. SLOW button

17. PAUSE/STILL button

18. SEARCH MODE button 19 . COUNTER/MEMORY button

20. EXIT/RESET button

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)

OUT

ANT

[VHF/UHF combination antenna]

[Back of the VCR]

OUT

[Cable box or satellite box]

[Indoor antenna]

[Back of the

UHF/VHF combination TV]

UHF/VHF

Coaxial cable

(supplied)

From Cable or Satellite Company

CH3

OUT

CH3 CH4

CH4

[Back of the VCR]

AUTO SET UP

CH 01

(

)

(

)

[Playing VCR]

[TV A/V]

Audio/Videocables

(not supplied)

AUDIO

VIDEO

OUT IN

AUDIO

PREPARATION FOR USE

1 Check contents

Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in "as below".

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORIES PART NO. Coaxial Cable 5857952 Remote Control Unit HL11331 Batteries AA x 2

2 Situate VCR

Place the VCR in a stable, horizontal surface.

3 Connect VCR to TV

VCR to TV Connection

1. Disconnect the AC power cord of the TV from the AC outlet.

2. Disconnect the antenna or cable from the TV.

3. Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT. IN jack of the VCR.

4. Connect the VCR to the TV using the coaxial cable.

5. Plug the AC power cords of the VCR and TV into the AC outlets.

VCR to AV TV connection using AUDIO/VIDEO Cables

Using Optional AUDIO/ VIDEO Output Jacks

With this connection, you can get better pictures and sounds when playing back a tape if your TV has A/V Input jacks. Please refer to your TV’s owner’s manual.

Using AUDIO/VIDEO Input Jacks

You can use the A/V input jacks on the front or the back of the VCR.

• To use the input jacks on the back of the VCR, select "L1" position by pressing [0], [0], [1] on the remote control or [CH ].

• To use the input jacks on the front of the VCR, select "L2" position by pressing [0], [0], [2] on the remote control or [CH ].

“L1” or “L2” is found before the lowest memorized

channel.

(Example: CH2)

SETTING THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH

If your TV does not have A/V terminals:

When the VCR is in the Playback mode or when the VCR is in the VCR mode, your TV will receive signals from the VCR on either channel 3 or 4. To use the VCR with your TV, set the selector switch to CH3 or CH4 (which is located in the back of your VCR), whichever is not used for normal broadcasts in your area. Then set your TV to the same channel.

FOR USE

PREPARATION

SETUP

AUTOMATIC CHANNEL SET UP

You can automatically program the tuner to scan only the channels you receive in your area.

•

Channel memory programming is NOT needed when you connected the VCR to a cable box or satellite box as in "Connect VCR to TV". In this case, select the VCR and TV to channel 3 or 4 the same channel as the CH3 or CH4 switch on the back of the VCR.Then, the channel you want to record or view may be selected at the cable box or satellite box.

•

Follow the steps below once. Repeat it only if there is a power failure or if the VCR is unplugged for more than 30 seconds. (In these cases, the programmed channels are erased.)

• You must follow the steps below before attempting to play or record a video tape. If you want to play or record a video tape BEFORE

programming the tuner, you can

cancel it by pressing [EXIT/RESET].

1 You need to connect the antenna or cable to the VCR

first. Then, connect the VCR power plug into a standard AC outlet.

• Whenever the AC plug is connected, the VCR search the local PBS(Public Broadcasting Station) channel for auto clock setting. If the VCR find the local PBS channel, current time appears on the display.

2 Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4.

3 Turn on the VCR by pressing [POWER].The PWR. and VCR

Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.

indicators will both appear in the display window.

SETUP

4 Select the On Screen Language ("ENGLISH"

5 Begin channel preset

6 After scanning,

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or "ESPAÑOL")

by pressing [PLAY B] or [STOP C]. Then, press

[F.FWD g].

by pressing [F.FWD g] once. The tuner scans and memorizes all active channels in your area.

• The VCR distinguishes between standard TV channels and cable channels.

the tuner stops on the lowest memorized channel.The TV screen returns to TV mode.

• If "AUTO SET UP" appears on the TV screen again, check the cable connections. Press [F.FWD] once again and the VCR will begin preset again.

• If the VCR cannot find the local PBS channel at step 1, after scanning channels, “AUTO CLOCK” flashes on the TV screen. And the VCR search the local PBS channel for auto clock setting again. When the clock is not set yet, press the POWER button to turn on the VCR, then press the number buttons or [CH ] to select your local PBS channel.The current time may appear on the display. If current time does not appear, follow “MANUAL CLOCK SETTING”.

• Note: The VCR will search through all the available channels from the lowest channel. It must scan each channel for 10 seconds to determine if that channel is transmitting the EDS (Extended Data Service) signal. If the highest channel has EDS signal, it takes many times. To cancel this search, press the RESET/EXIT button.

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