Hitachi VTFX695A User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

VIDEO CASSETTE
RECORDER

If you need additional
operating assistance after
reading this owner's manual
or to order replacement
accessories, please call
TOLL FREE : 1-800-448-2244.

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

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

10

7689

POWER

11

1

12

2 3 4 5

14
15

16
17
18

13

Remote Control

POWER

123

456

789

+100

0

TVVCR

REW

PLAY

STOP

F.FWD

PAUSE

CH

SEARCH MODE

DISPLAYMENU

TAPE SPEED

1

2

5

4

3

6

8

18
19

17

7

15

14

11

12
13

REC

SLOW

16

CATV

VCR/TV

9

MUTE

ENTER

VOL

RESET

EXIT COUNTER

MEMORY

10

20

Rear Panel

19

20

21

22

23 24 2625

ANT

AUDIO

VIDEO

IN

OUT

OUT IN

CH3CH4

OUT

L

R

IN

INSTALL LOCATION

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)

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

EN

(

)

OUT

IN

ANT

[VHF/UHF
combination antenna]

[Back of the VCR]

IN

OUT

[Cable box or satellite box]

OR

[Indoor antenna]

[Back of the

UHF/VHF combination TV]

UHF/VHF

Coaxial cable

(supplied)

From Cable or
Satellite Company

OR

CH3

OUT

CH3 CH4

CH4

[Back of the VCR]

AUTO SET UP

CH 01

(

)

(

)

[Playing VCR]

[TV A/V]

Audio/Videocables

(not supplied)

IN

AUDIO

LR

VIDEO

VIDEO

L

R

OUT IN

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.

EN

- MENU -

TIMER PROGRAMMING
AUTO REPEAT
CHANNEL SET UP
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE SELECT
AUDIO OUT
TV STEREO
SAP

[OFF]

[ON]

T

(

)

Press [PLAY] or [STOP]repeatedly.
Then, press [F.FWD].

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.
Then, press [F.FWD].
The day of the week will appear automatically.

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.
Then, press [F.FWD].

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.
Then, press [F.FWD].

Press [PLAY] or [STOP]
repeatedly.

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.
Then, press [F.FWD].

Set the month

Set the day

Set the year

Set the hour

Set the minute

Set the AM
or PM

CLOCK SET

MONTH DAY YEAR

03 / 18 MON 2002

HOUR MINUTE AM/PM

05 : 40 PM AM

PM

CLOCK SET

AUTO CLOCK
MANUAL
D.S.T.

[ON]

[ON]

AUTO CLOCK

AUTO
MANUAL

[ON]

CH - -

O SELECT A DESIRED CHANNEL

You can select the desired channel by using [CH ]
or directly pressing [Number] on the remote
control.

Note for using the Number buttons:

• When selecting cable channels which are higher than
99, press [+100] first, then press the last two digits.

• You must precede single-digit channel numbers with a
zero (For example: 02, 03, 04 and so on).

T

O PRESET THE CHANNEL AGAIN

1 Press [MENU] until the main menu appears.
2 Select "CHANNEL SET UP" by pressing [PLAY] or

[STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].

3 Select "AUTO SET UP" by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP].

Then, press [F.FWD]. After scanning, the tuner stops on
the lowest memorized channel.

TO ADD/DELETE CHANNELS

When the VCR automatically program the tuner to scan only
the channels you receive in your area, some channels may be
skipped due to weak signal.You can manually add or delete
the channel in the VCR memory.

1 Press [MENU] until the main menu
appears.

2 Select "CHANNEL SET UP" by pressing

[PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].

3 Select "MANUAL SET UP" by pressing

[PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].

4 Enter the desired channel number by

SETUP

pressing [PLAY] or [STOP].

5 Add or Delete it from memory by pressing [F.FWD] or

[REW] so that "ADD" or "DELETE" flashes on the TV

PLAYBACK

screen accordingly.

FUNCTION

6 Exit the Preset mode by pressing [EXIT/RESET].

AUTO CLOCK SETTING

1 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].

(If the clock is not set, the CLOCK SET menu appears
first. In this case, follow step [3].)

2 Select "CLOCK SET" by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP].

Then, press [F.FWD].

3 Select “AUTO CLOCK”. If [ON] appears beside “AUTO

CLOCK”, press [F.FWD].
(If it is not, press [PLAY] or [STOP] to
point to “AUTO CLOCK”. Then, press
[F.FWD] twice.)

4 Select the PBS channel by pressing

[PLAY] or [STOP] . Then, press
[F.FWD]. Next, press the number
buttons or [PLAY] or [STOP] to select
the PBS channel. (If you leave it set to
“AUTO” when the clock is not set yet, the VCR read your
local PBS channel once time every 10 minutes until the
VCR get the current time.)

NOTE:

• When your local PBS channel is incorrect or is not received,
the clock cannot be set automatically. In this case, follow
“MANUAL CLOCK SETTING”.

MANUAL CLOCK SETTING

1 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].

(If the clock is not set, the CLOCK SET menu appears
first. In this case, follow step [3].)

2 Select "CLOCK SET" by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP].

Then, press [F.FWD].

3 Set the clock.

T

O CHANGE THE ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE

1 Press [MENU] until the main menu appears.
2 Select "LANGUAGE SELECT" by pressing [PLAY] or

[STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].

3 Select "ENGLISH" or "ESPAÑOL" by pressing [PLAY]

or [STOP]. Then, press [EXIT/RESET].

CLOCK SET UP

Set the clock accurately for proper automatic timer
recording.

• Once the clock is set by Auto Clock Setting, the VCR will
get automatically the current time from your local PBS
channel, using a new service called Extended Data
Service (EDS) whenever turning the VCR off, at
12:00AM and 12:00PM. If the clock’s time is incorrect for
some reason or you want to reset the clock immediately,
following “AUTO CLOCK SETTING”.

• If you want to set the clock manually, follow “MANUAL
CLOCK SETTING”.

• If you want to use DAYLIGHT-SAVINGS TIME feature,
follow “DAYLIGHT-SAVINGS TIME”.

• Confirm that the antenna connections are correct and
the CHANNEL PRESET completes first.

• Use the remote control for this procedure.

• Be sure to check that the “PWR.” and the “VCR”

• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel 3 or 4. Now set

• If the VCR is connected directly to a cable converter box,

indicators are both on.

the CH3/CH4 switch to the VCR to match the channel
selected on the TV.

the cable converter box must turn on and select the local
PBS channel itself. Then, the VCR must be set to the
output channel of the cable converter box (usually
channel 3 or 4), to be able to set up and automatically
correct the clock.

• To go back one step, press [REW].
4 Start the clock by pressing [EXIT/RESET] or

[F.FWD].

DAYLIGHT-SAVINGS TIME

When Daylight-Savings Time is ON, the clock’s time will
change automatically as follows:

First Sunday of April : from 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM
Last Sunday of October : from 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM

1 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].

(If the clock is not set, the CLOCK SET menu appears
first. In this case, follow step [3].)

2 Select "CLOCK SET" by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP].

Then, press [F.FWD].

3 Set “D.S.T.” to [ON] by pressing

[PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press
[F.FWD].

TO CANCEL THE DAYLIGHT-SAVINGS
TIME

Repeat steps [1] to [3]. Then, press
[F.FWD] sp that [OFF] appears on the
menu. Press [RESET/EXIT] to return to TV mode.

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EN

(

)

(

)

(

)

TIME SEARCH

2 : 50

INDEX SEARCH

03

Record safety tab

(

)

Type of tape T60 T120 T160

SP mode 1hour 2hours 2-2/3hours

SLPmod 3hour 6hour 8hour

Tape Speed Recording/Playback Time

REC IRT(0:30) IRT(1:00).....

(Normal recording)

IRT(8:00) IRT(7:30)

PLAYBACK FUNCTION

NORMAL PLAYBACK

Insert the prerecorded tape. The VCR

1

will turn on. If the safety tab has been
removed, the VCR will start playback
automatically.

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

2

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

Begin playback by pressing [PLAY].

3

• Tracking adjustment will be set automatically (Digital
Tracking function) when you start playback. To adjust the
tracking manually, press [CHANNEL ] on the VCR.

• When a tape has reached the end, the VCR will rewind
the tape to the beginning, eject the tape, and turn off the
VCR automatically.

• S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB): This unit allows you to
view a tape recorded in S-VHS format. (Noise lines may
appear on the picture.)

4 To stop playback, press [STOP].

STILL/SLOW

You can freeze the picture on TV screen by pressing

[PAUSE/STILL] during playback.

• You can advance the picture by one frame at a time by
pressing [PAUSE/STILL] during the still mode.

• If the picture begins to vibrate vertically during the still
mode, stabilize the picture by pressing [CH ].

• If the picture is distorted or rolling vertically, adjust the
vertical hold control on your TV, if equipped.

You can play back in slow motion by pressing [SLOW]
during playback or the still mode.

• If a noise bar appears on the TV screen, you can
reduce it by pressing [CH ].

• After the VCR has been in Still/Slow mode for 5
minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the tape and
the video head from damage.

• To return normal playback, press [PLAY].

AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK

This feature allows you to play a tape over and over.

1 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].
2 Select "AUTO REPEAT" by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP].

3 Begin auto repeat playback by pressing [F.FWD] so

that [ON] appears next to "AUTO REPEAT".

• If the on-screen menu still remains, press [EXIT/RESET]
to exit the menu.

• To cancel the Auto repeat mode, press [F.FWD] at step
[3] so that [OFF] appears next to "AUTO REPEAT".

• When you set the Auto repeat mode to [ON] while the
Counter memory mode is ON, the VCR will exit the
Counter memory mode automatically.

SEARCH FUNCTIONS

PICTURE SEARCH

If you want to skip or repeat a scene during playback,
press [F.FWD] or [REW].

• Press it again and the VCR will now search in super high
speed. (in the LP/SLP modes only)

INDEX SEARCH

The index signal is recorded on the tape automatically
when the recording is started. If you want to view a
recording at a specific start point, it can
easily be done.

1 Press [SEARCH MODE] so that the

Index Search menu appears.

2 Enter your desired number by pressing

[PLAY] or [STOP] within 30 seconds.

3 Press [F.FWD] or [REW] to start index

search. If you want to go in the forward direction, press
[F.FWD]. If you want to go in the reverse direction, press
[REW].

• After index search, the VCR will play the tape
automatically.

TIME SEARCH

This feature allows you to fast forward or
rewind the tape for a desired length of time.

1 Press [SEARCH MODE] so that the

Time Search menu appears.

2 Enter your desired time to skip by

pressing [PLAY] or [STOP] within 30
seconds.

3 Press [F.FWD] or [REW] to start time search. If you want

to go in the forward direction, press [F.FWD]. If you want to
go in the reverse direction, press [REW].

• After time search, the VCR will play the tape automatically.

FUNCTION

PLAYBACK

FUNCTION

RECORDING

It may be unlawful to record copyrighted
material without the consent of the
copyright owner.

Accidental erasure prevention

To prevent accidental recording on a
recorded cassette, remove its record safety
tab. To record on it later, cover the hole with cellophane
tape.

Before recording, make sure:

• The desired channel is selected by pressing [Number] on the
remote control or the [CH ]. (If you connected the VCR
to a cable box or satellite box as in "VCR to TV connections"
on page 3, select the VCR to channel 3 or 4 the same channel
as the CH3 or CH4 switch on cable box. Then, select the
channel you want to record at the cable box or satellite box. In
this case, you can ONLY record and view the SAME channel.)

• There is a tape with its safety tab into the VCR.

• The desired recording speed is selected SP(standard play) or

SLP(super long play) mode by pressing [TAPE SPEED].

• TV STEREO or SAP is selected.

RECORDING FUNCTION

VIEWING AND RECORDING THE

1 Begin the recording by pressing [REC].

• To temporarily stop recording or resume it, press
[PAUSE/STILL]. After the VCR has been in Pause mode for
5 minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the tape and
the video head from damage.

2 Press [STOP] when recording is completed.

IRT(Instant Recording Timer)

This feature allows you to set the recording length simply by
pressing [REC/IRT] on the VCR.
1 Begin IRT by pressing [REC/IRT] on the VCR repeatedly

until the desired recording length appears.

TIMER RECORDING

You may set the VCR to start recording while you are
away. You can set seven programs to record on specific
days, daily or weekly within a 1 year period.

1 Insert a tape with its safety tab into the VCR.
2 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].

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SAME PROGRAM

EN

3 Select "TIMER PROGRAMMING" by pressing [PLAY]

Select once, daily or weekly recording

Set the tape speed

Set the channel number

Set the end time

Set the start time

Set the date

Set the program number (1~7)

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly for the desired channel number.
Then, press [F.FWD].
If you connected the VCR to a cable box or satellite box as in "Connect
VCR to TV" on page 3, select the VCR to channel 3 or 4 the same channel
as the CH3 or CH4 switch on the cable box.
Then, select the channel you want to record at the cable box or satellite box.
Leave the cable box or satellite box on for timer recording.

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly for the
desired

tape speed.

Then, press [F.FWD].

Program number which is not set up flashes.
Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly for the
desired program number.Then, press [F.FWD].

First, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the month. Then, press [F.FWD].
Next, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the day. Then, press [F.FWD].

First, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the hour. Then, press [F.FWD].
Next, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the minute. Then, press [F.FWD]

.

And then, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for AM or PM. Then, press [F.FWD]

.

Follow the instructions of "Set the start time" to set the end time.

For weekly:

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] to point to
"WEEKLY".
Then, press [F.FWD].

For daily (Monday~Friday):

Press [PLAY] or

[STOP] to point to "DAILY".

PROGRAM NUMBER 4
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY

ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 4

DATE 05/13 MON
START TIME 07:30 PM
END TIME 08:30 PM
CHANNEL 16
REC SPEED SP
SP
SLP

PROGRAM NUMBER 4
DATE - - / - ­START TIME - - : - - - ­END TIME - - : - - - ­CHANNEL - ­REC SPEED - -

For once:

Press [PLAY] or [STOP] to point to "ONCE".

REC

SP M0:00:00M0:00:00

ANT in

[TV set]

(Use for monitoring)

Coaxial cable

(supplied)

VIDEO

IN

OUT

CH3CH4

AUDIO

L

R

IN

OUT

OUT

IN

ANT

[Playing VCR]

(another source)

Audio/Video cables

(not supplied)

IN

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

LEFT

RIGHT

[Recording VCR]

(this unit)

or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].

• If you have not yet set the clock, "CLOCK SET"
appears. If so, follow steps [3] and [4] in "CLOCK SET
UP" section. Then, set the timer recording.

4 Set the timer.

RECORDING

FUNCTION

• To go back one step, press [REW].

5 To set another program, repeat step [4]. To exit, press

[EXIT/RESET].

6 Press [POWER] to set the timer. The TIMER indicator

on the VCR comes on.

FEATURES

SPECIAL

You can make copies of video tapes made by friends or
relatives for your enjoyment.

Warning: Unauthorized recordings of copyrighted video tapes

may be an infringement of copyright laws.
Connect the recording VCR(this unit), the playing VCR
(another source) and your TV using the following diagram.

COPYING A VIDEO TAPE

SPECIAL FEATURES

1) Insert a pre-recorded tape into the playing VCR.

2) Insert a tape with its safety tab into the recording VCR.

3) Press [TAPE SPEED] to select the desired recording
speed (SP/SLP).

4) Select the “L1” or “L2”position on the recording VCR. See
page 3, under “Using AUDIO/VIDEO Input jacks”.

5) Press [REC/IRT] on the recording VCR.

6) Begin playback of the tape in the playing VCR.

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• If there is a power failure or the VCR is unplugged for more

than 30 seconds, the clock setting and all timer settings will
be lost.

• If the tape runs out before the end time, the VCR will switch
to the Stop mode immediately, eject the tape and the VCR
power will be turned off.The TIMER indicator will flash.

• If a tape is not in the VCR or does not have the safety tab,
the TIMER indicator flashes and timer recording cannot be
performed. Please insert a recordable tape.

TO STOP AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM
ALREADY STARTED

Press [STOP/EJECT] on the VCR.

TO CHECK, CORRECT, OR CANCEL AN
AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM

1 Turn the power on by pressing [POWER].
2 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].
3 Select "TIMER PROGRAMMING" by pressing [PLAY]

or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].

4 Select the program number which you want to check

by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. The details of the
selected program appears on the TV screen.

• Go to the digit you want to change by pressing [F.FWD]
or [REW]. Then, enter correct numbers by pressing
[PLAY] or [STOP].

• You may cancel the entire program by pressing [REW]
during the program number flashes.

5 Press [EXIT/RESET] to exit.
6 Press [POWER] to return to timer stand-by mode.

COUNTER MEMORY FUNCTION

Use this feature to memorize the beginning of recording
start point.

1) Press [COUNTER RESET] on the
remote control to reset the counter.

2) Press [COUNTER MEMORY] on the
remote control so that “M” appears
on the TV screen.

3) Record the program.

4) After recording, press [STOP] then [REW].

• When “0:00:00” is reached, rewinding operation will stop.

You can view the recording program.

• [COUNTER MEMORY] does not function if the Auto

repeat mode is set to [ON]. In this case, set the Auto
repeat mode to [OFF].

• To cancel the Counter memory mode, press [COUNTER

MEMORY] so that “M” disappears from the TV screen.

• For best results during dubbing, use the VCR’s front
panel controls whenever possible. The remote control
might affect the playing VCR’s operation.

• Always use video-quality shielded cables with RCA-type
connectors. Standard audio cables are not recommended.

• You can use a video disc player, satellite receiver, or
other audio/video component with A/V outputs in place
of the playing VCR.

TO MONITOR THE RECORDING

1) Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set

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

2) Press [VCR/TV] so that the VCR indicator comes on.

(Multi-Channel Television Sound)

HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING

MTS

When you play a VHS tape, or receive a broadcast on
the VCR tuner channel you are watching, the status
shown below will appear when you press [DISPLAY] on
the remote control. When you record the MTS broadcast
signal, you can check the MTS mode setting.

1) Press [MENU] and select "TV STEREO" or "SAP" by
pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD] for
fix mode. To exit, press [EXIT/RESET].

• Although a program may be broadcast in both stereo

and second audio, you must select the Recording mode
in TV STEREO or SAP before you record a broadcast.

SYSTEM

EN

(

)

MTS RECORDING/MONITOR MODE

Typ e of

broadcast

Hi-Fi audio track

(2-channel)

Normal audio

track

Regular

(

monaural

audio)

-None­Mono

Stereo

broadcast

STEREO L+R

Bilingual
broadcast

SAP

Main audio

program

Sub audio

program

Stereo &
Bilingual
broadcast

STEREO

SAP

L+R

I

STEREO/SAP

Selection

-Invalid-

- nvalid-

TV STEREO*

SAP*

TV STEREO*

SAP*

L-channel

Mono

L

Main audio

program

Sub audio

program

L

Sub audio

program

R-channel

Mono

R

Main audio

program

Sub audio

program

R

Sub audio

program

Sub audio

program

* You must select the recording mode in TV STEREO or SAP before you record a broadcast.

Display on the

TV screen

2) Press [MENU] and select

STOP 12:00AM

CH 32
STEREO
SAP

SP 0:00:00 HIFI

1)

2)

"AUDIO OUT" by pressing
[PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press
[F.FWD]. Next, select "HIFI" or

• The VCR will not rewind the tape automatically during timer
recording or One Touch Recording.

• When the Counter Memory is activated, the tape will rewind
to the M0:00:00 and the VCR will go into the Stop mode.

"MONO" by pressing [PLAY] or
[STOP]. To exit, press
[EXIT/RESET].

• While the VCR is set in HIFI stereo mode, HIFI appears
on the TV screen.While the VCR is set in monaural
(MONO) mode, HIFI disappears from the TV screen.

REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE

CONVERTER

PROGRAMMING

1) Hold down the CATV button.

2) Press the number button of your
brand of cable box.(shown in the
chart)

OPERATING

1) Press the CATV button.

2) Press the button of the function
you want.

3) Press the VCR button to operate
your VCR with the remote again.

Brand Number
Jerrold1 1
Jerrold2 2
Jerrold3 3
Hamlin 4
Zenith 5
Scientific Atlantic 6
Pioneer 7
Philips 8

REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV

Brand Number
Hitachi 1
Zenith 2
Sony 3
Magnavox 4
Sanyo 5
Gold Star 6
Toshiba 7
Funai 8
Panasonic2 9
RCA 0
Panasonic1 CH(K)
Mitsubishi CH(L)
JVC +100/ENTER
Sharp1 MEMORY
Sharp2 DISPLAY

REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER

• This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in
hours, minutes, and seconds. (The displayed time will not
change during blank portions on the tape.)

• The indication will appear when the tape is rewound further
than “0:00:00” on the tape counter.

AUTO REWIND

When a tape has reached the end during recording,
playback, or fast-forward, the tape will automatically rewind to
the beginning. After rewinding finishes, the VCR will eject the
tape and turn itself off.

PROGRAMMING

1) Turn on the TV.

2) Press the number button of
your brand of TV. (shown in
the chart)

OPERATING

1) Press the TV button to
change to the TV function
mode.

2) Press the button of the TV
function you want.

3) Press the VCR button to
operate your VCR with the
remote again.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If you have followed the instructions contained in this manual and have difficulty in operating your VCR, locate the
PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding CORRECTIVE ACTION column to remedy the problem.

PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION

No power. • Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.

• Make sure the power is turned on.

Timer recording is impossible. • Make sure the timer recording is set correctly.

• Make sure the power is off.

• Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.

Cannot go into Record mode. • Make sure the tape has a safety tab. If needed, cover the hole with cellophane tape.
Playback picture is partially noisy
Cannot view a tape but the • Head cleaning may be necessary. Refer to “AUTO HEAD CLEANING”.

audio is OK

.

. • Adjust tracking control for a better picture by pressing [CHANNEL ] on the VCR.

• Make sure the VCR is not in the Menu mode.

No or poor playback picture. • Select channel 3 or 4 at your TV, then press [VCR/TV] so that the VCR indicator on the VCR comes on.

• Fine tune your TV.

TV programs cannot be seen • Re-check the ANT. IN and ANT. OUT connections. See page 3.
normally.

No VCR operation from the • Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.
infrared Remote Control.

• Press [VCR/TV] so that the VCR indicator on the VCR disappears.

• Check batteries in remote control.

• Press VCR button on the remote control, then try again.

Video or color fades in and out • You cannot copy a copyrighted video tape.You are experiencing copy guard protection.
when making a copy of a video tape

AUTO HEAD CLEANING

• Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a
cassette, so you can see a clear picture.

• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the
TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video
heads after long periods of use, or the usage of rental or
worn tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy
picture appears during playback, the video heads in your
VCR may need to be cleaned.

1. Please visit your local Audio/Video store and purchase a

good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.

2. If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the problem, consult

our nearest Authorized Service Center. Professional video
head cleaning requires highly technical attention.

MAINTENANCE

SERVICING

Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct the
problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside. Turn off, unplug the power cord, and please take the
unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing.

CABINET CLEANING

• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the VCR
with a soft cloth 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
discoloration to the exposed surfaces.

NOTES:

• Remember to read the instructions included with the video
head cleaner before use.

• Clean video heads only when problems occur.

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SPECIAL

FEATURES

GUIDE

TROUBLE-SHOOTING

MAINTENANCE

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CONTROLES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO Y FUNCIONES

Panel frontal

1. Compartimiento del videocasete

2. Botón de parada/expulsión

3. Botón de rebobinado

4. Botón de reproducción

5. Botón de pausa/imagen fija

6. Botón de avance rápido

7. Botón de menús

8. Botón de grabación con un toque

9. Botones de selección de canales

10. Botón de la velocidad de cinta

11. Visualizador digital

12. Sensor de control remoto

13. Botón de videograbadora/televisor

14. Botón de la alimentación

15. Terminal de entrada de audio

16. Terminal de entrada de vídeo

Indicadores

17. Indicador de alimentación

18. Indicador de videocasete introducido

19. Indicador de videograbadora

20. Indicador del grabación

21. Indicador de temporizador

22. Indicador del reloj y tarde

Panel trasero

23. Cable de alimentación

24. Terminal de salida de audio

25. Terminal de entrada de audio

26. Terminal de entrada de antena

27. Terminal de salida de vídeo

28. Terminal de entrada de vídeo

29. Conmutador selector de canales
CH3/CH4

30. Terminal de salida de antena

PREPARACIÓN DE CANALES

(La antena o la caja de televisión por cable

deberá estar conectada)

NOTA: Cuando utilice su nueva videograbadora por primera

vez, o en el caso de ser necesario después de producirse un
fallo en la alimentación, la videograbadora se pondrá
inicialmente en el modo de preajuste cuando se pulse
[POWER].

1. Encienda el televisor y ponga el televisor en el canal 3 ó

4. Ahora ponga el conmutador de la parte trasera de la
videograbadora para que concuerde con el canal
seleccionado en el televisor.

2. Pulse [POWER] para encender la videograbadora.

3. Seleccione "ENGLISH" o "ESPAÑOL"
(Spanish) pulsando [PLAY] o [STOP]. Y
luego pulse [F.FWD].

4. Pulse una vez [F.FWD].
El sintonizador explora y memoriza todos
los canales activos de su zona. Tras la
exploración, el sintonizador se detiene en
el canal memorizado más bajo.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Format: VHS
Video Signal System: NTSC color EIA standard
Record/Playback System: Video: 4 heads

Tape Speed: 33.35mm/s(Sp), 16.67mm/s (LP) (Playback

RF Input: UHF/VHF 75 ohm
Tuner: 181 channel tuning ability *(125 cable

Type: Auto programming frequency synthesis
Power Input: AC120V 60Hz
Power Consumption: 14W nominal
Cabinet Size: 17-1/8” (W) x 3-5/8” (H) x 8-1/2” (D)

Weight: 5.51 lbs. (2.5 kg) (approx.)
Storage Temperature: -4˚F to 131˚F
Operating Temperature: 41˚F to 104˚F
*Check your cable company’s compatibility requirements.

Audio:VHS Hi-Fi stereo record/playback system

Only), 11.12mm/s (SLP)

channel)

43.5 cm (W) x 9.2 cm (H) x 21.6 cm (D)

Mando a distancia

1. Botón de la alimentación (POWER)

2. Botones de número (NUMBER)

3. Botón de menús (MENU)

4. Botón de visualizador (DISPLAY)

5. Botón de cámara lenta (SLOW)

6. Botón de rebobinado (REW)

7. Botón de parada (STOP)

8. Botón de grabación (RECORD)

9. Botón de pausa/imagen fija (PAUSE/STILL)

10. Botón de avance rápido (F.FWD)

11. Botón de reproducción (PLAY)

12.

Botón de memoria del contador (COUNTER/MEMORY)

13. Botón de salida/reposición (EXIT/RESET)

14. Botón del modo de búsqueda (SEARCH MODE)

15. Botones de selección de canales (CHANNEL)

16. Botón de videograbadora/televisor (VCR/TV)

17. Botón de expulsión (EJECT)

PREPARACIÓN DEL RELOJ

1. Pulse [MENU] hasta que aparezca el menú principal. (Si el
reloj no está puesto en hora y se pulsa [MENU], el menú
AJUSTE DE RELOJ aparece en primer lugar. En este caso,
siga el paso 3.)

2. Pulse [PLAY] o [STOP] para indicar a "AJUSTE DE
RELOJ". Luego, pulse [F.FWD].

3.

• Para volver atrás un paso, pulse [REW].

4. Pulse [EXIT/RESET] o [F.FWD] para poner en
funcionamiento el reloj.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility

This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Responsible Party: HITACHI AMERICA, LTD.

Products: Video Deck

Models: VT-FX695A

Trade Name: HITACHI

HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION
1855 Dornoch Court, San Diego,
CA 92154-7255 U.S.A
Tel:[phone]

• Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

SPECIFICATIONS

• If there is a discrepancy between languages, the default language

TECHNICAL

will be English.

HITACHI AMERICA LTD.

HOME ELECTRONICS DIVISION

INSTRUCCIONES

EN ESPAÑOL

San Diego, Ca 92154-7225

TJ15571 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 2002 Printed in China

1855 Dornoch Court,

Tel. 1-800-HITACHI

(1-800-448-2244)

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