Hitachi VT-M190A User Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
HITACHI
Video Deck VHS
VT-M190A
Owner's Manual
Your Complete Guide
to Videocassette Viewing
and Recording
Using These quality features:
Auto Power On and Off System
Automatic Rewind
Auto Repeat
Digital Auto Tracking (DTR)
Three Different Record/Playback Speeds
Automatic Playback Speed Selection
1 Year, 7 events (including Daily and Weekly Timer Recording)
IRT (Instant Recording Timer)
Rental Play Mode
2 Step Picture Search Operation
Still
181 Channel Capability PLL Frequency Synthesizer Tuner with Direct Station Call
Infrared Remote Control
Real Time Tape Counter
Direct Button Operation
On-Screen-Programming
Bilingual on screen menu display selectable in English or Spanish
HITACHI HOME HITACHI SALES HITACHI (HSC)
ELECTRONICS CORPORATION CANADA INC.
(AMERICA), INC. OF HAWAII, INC.
3300 Trans Canada Hwy.
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd. 3219 Koapaka Street Pointe Claire, Quebec
Norcross, Ga 30093 Honolulu, HI 96819 H9R 1B1, CANADA
Tel. 404-279-5600 Tel. 808-836-3621 Tel. 514-697-9150
QR1322 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1995 Printed in Hong Kong
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................................................................................................................4
PRECAUTIONS .........................................................................................................................................7
LOCATION............................................................................................................................................7
FEATURES.................................................................................................................................................9
MEMO ......................................................................................................................................................10
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS.....................................................................................10
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION.......................................................................................................12
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL.....................................................................................12
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES.......................................................................................................13
ANTENNA/CABLE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................14
COMBINATION VHF/UHF ANTENNA............................................................................................14
CATV COAXIAL CABLE ...................................................................................................................15
SEPARATE VHF (75-OHM) / UHF (300-OHM) ANTENNA.........................................................15
INDOOR VHF/UHF ANTENNA........................................................................................................16
USING A/V JACKS WITH TV/MONITOR (OPTIONAL)...............................................................16
TO COPY A VIDEO TAPE................................................................................................................ 17
TO MONITOR THE RECORDING................................................................................................... 17
USING A CABLE CONVERTER BOX............................................................................................18
TO RECORD AND VIEW A SCRAMBLE D/UNSCRAMBLED CHANNEL................................18
CONTROLLING VCR INPUT & OUTPUT............................................................................................18
VIDEO OUTPUT CHANNEL SETTING (BACK OF VCR)...........................................................18
INPUT SELECT..................................................................................................................................19
VIDEO MODE SELECTION ON TV................................................................................................19
CHANNEL MEMORY PROGRAMMING (Without a Cable Box).......................................................19
To preset channel memory again....................................................................................................21
TO DELETE, ADD PRESET CHANNEL......................................................................................... 22
DELETING PRESET CHANNELS...................................................................................................22
ADDING PRESET CHANNELS.......................................................................................................24
SETTING THE CLOCK...........................................................................................................................25
TO CHANGE THE CLOCK SETTING............................................................................................. 28
CHECKING THE COUNT, CLOCK AND CHANNEL NUMBER.................................................29
TO CHANGE THE LANGUAGE............................................................................................................29
VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM......................................................................30
TO DELETE SCENES DURING RECORDING.............................................................................32
RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE VIEWING ANOTHER.........................................................33
TO MONITOR THE RECORDING PROGRESS OF YOUR RECORDING,.............................33
AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING.....................................................................................................34
DAILY PROGRAM (MONDAY ~ SUNDAY)...........................................................................39
WEEKLY PROGRAM ........................................................................................................................39
TO CORRECT OR CANCEL A PROGRAM ..................................................................................40
CHECKING TIMER PROGRAMS....................................................................................................40
TO STOP RECORDING....................................................................................................................40
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AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING HINTS...................................................................................41
IRT (INSTANT RECORDING TIMER)..................................................................................................41
MONITOR RECORDING........................................................................................................................42
VIEWING ONLY TV (WITHOUT RECORDING) ................................................................................43
PLAYBACK .............................................................................................................................................43
AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK.................................................................................................................44
RENTAL PLAY........................................................................................................................................45
COUNTER MEMORY.............................................................................................................................46
To cancel the counter memory.........................................................................................................47
SPECIAL FEATURES .............................................................................................................................47
Picture Search (SP/LP/SLP Mode)..................................................................................................48
Super High Speed Search (LP/SLP Mode)....................................................................................48
Vertical Hold Control..........................................................................................................................48
Still Picture During Playback.............................................................................................................49
Noise Cancelling.................................................................................................................................49
Tracking Adjustment - "DTR"............................................................................................................49
Auto Rewind ........................................................................................................................................49
VIDEO CASETTE TAPE.........................................................................................................................50
ERASE PREVENTION......................................................................................................................50
INSERTING A CASSETTE...............................................................................................................51
REMOVING A CASSETTE...............................................................................................................51
CONTROLLING YOUR TV WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE CONTROL..............................................52
PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL................................................................................52
CONTROLLING THE TV...................................................................................................................54
REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER.................................................................54
CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS ...................................................................................................55
MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................................55
CABINET CLEANING........................................................................................................................55
HEAD CLEANING..............................................................................................................................56
SERVICING......................................................................................................................................... 56
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................56
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...............................................................................................................57
HITACHI WARRANTY CARD (USA Front).........................................................................................59
HITACHI WARRANTY CARD (USA Back) .........................................................................................60
HITACHI WARRANTY CARD (Front) CANADA ONLY....................................................................61
HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD (Back)................................................................................64
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT DANGEROUS VOLTAGE CONSTITUTING A
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK IS PRESENT WITHIN THIS UNIT.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT THERE ARE IMPORTANT OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMP ANYING THE
APPLIANCE.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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 opening 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
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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)
Antenna ground diagram.
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. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
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.
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PRECAUTIONS
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of o t her 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.
The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the VCR. No
others have the same serial number as yours. You should record the number
and other vital information here and retain this book as a permanent record of
your purchase to aid identification in case of theft.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchased from
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
PRECAUTIONS
LOCATION
For safe operation and satisfactory performance of your VCR, keep the
following in mind when selecting a place for its installation:
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PRECAUTIONS
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 at the top and bottom of the VCR. Do not place
the unit on a carpet because this will block the ventilation holes.
Install unit in a horizontal position.
Avoid locations subject to strong vibration.
Do not place the VCR near strong magnetic fields.
Do not move the unit from a cold to a hot place or vice versa.
AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE
Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it 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 an Authorized Service Center for servicing.
Do not put your fingers or objects into the VCR cassette holder.
Do not place anything directly on top of the VCR.
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 until its inside is dry.
CAUTION:
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 TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
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FEATURES
ATTENTION:
POUR PRÉVENIR LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES NE PAS UTILISER CETTE FICHE
POLARISÉE AVEC UN CORDON PROLONGATEUR, UNE PRISE DE COURANT OU
UNE AUTRE SORTIE DE COURANT, SAUF SI LES LAMES PEUVENT ÊTRE INSÉRÉES
À FOND SANS EN LAISSER AUCUNE PARTIE À DÉCOUVERT.
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.
FEATURES
Auto Power On and Off SystemAutomatically turns the VCR on as you insert the cassette, and turns off after autorewind, ejects when the beginning of the tape is reached.
Automatic Rewind-Automatically rewinds at the end of the tape except during timer
recording.
Auto Repeat-Lets you set the VCR to automatically repeat a tape when it reaches the
end.
Digital Auto Tracking (DTR)-Adjusts the tracking automatically for each tape you play.
Three Different Record/Playback Speeds-Select the Standard Play (SP mode), Long
Play (LP mode) or Super Long Play (SLP mode) for up to eight hours of
recording/playback with a T-160 tape.
Automatic Playback Speed Selection-Automatically selects the proper playback
speed.
1 Year, 7 events (including Daily and Weekly Timer Recording)-The built-in timer
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MEMO
allows you to record up to 7 programs at different times on different channels up to 1
year in advance. The daily timer allows recordings to be made of daily broadcasts, and
the weekly timer allows recording to be made once a week up to the end of the tape.
IRT (Instant Recording Timer)-Instant timed recording from 30 to 480 minutes is
possible at the push of IRT button.
Rental Play Mode-Improves playback picture quality of worn tapes, especially rental
tapes.
2 Step Picture Search Operation-You can view a video program at a high speed or
super high speed in either a forward or reverse direction in LP and SLP mode.
STILL-"Freeze" the picture at any time, for close viewing of a particular scene. Only
tapes recorded in SLP mode will show a clear picture.
181 Channel Capability PLL Frequency Synthesizer Tuner with Direct Station Call-(A
converter may be necessary to view scrambled cable channels.)
Infrared Remote Control-Allows you to use most of the controls from a remote
location.
Real Time Tape Counter-This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in hours,
minutes, and seconds. The "-" indication will appear when the tape is rewound further
than the tape counter position "0:00:00".
Direct Button Operation-When a tape is in the VCR and the power is off, just pressing
PLAY, REW or F.FWD button on the main unit will automatically turn on the VCR and
playback, rewinding or fast-forwarding will start imm ediately.
On-Screen Programming- Al l oper ati ng and pr og r ammi ng functions appear on your TV
screen.
Bilingual on-screen menu display selectable in English or Spanish
MEMO
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
1 Cassette Compartment
2 REW button-Press to rewind the tape, or to view video in reverse direction at a faster
than normal speed. Press PLAY button to return VCR to normal playback speed.
3 PLAY button-Press to begin playback of a tape.
4 F.FWD button-Press to advance the tape, or to view video in forward direction at a
faster that normal speed. Press PLAY button to return VCR to normal playback speed.
5 PAUSE button-Press to temporarily stop the tape during recording or to view a still
picture during playback.
6 IRT button-Press to activate instant recording timer mode.
-FRONT VIEW-
7 STOP/EJECT button-Press to stop the tape motion. Press to remove the tape from
VCR.
8 REC button-Press to begin manual recording.
9 CHANNEL buttons-Press to select the channel for viewing or recording.
TRACKING function-Press ( ) or ( )
10 Digital Display-Displays the clock, timer recording, counter, channel etc.
11 Remote Sensor window-Receives the infrared control signals from the handheld
remote control unit.
12 POWER button-Press to turn VCR on and off. Press to activate the automatic timer
recording.
-REAR VIEW AND TERMINALS-
13 Power cord-Connect to a standard AC outlet (120V/60Hz).
14 AUDIO OUT jack-For connection to the audio in jack of your audio equipment or
another VCR.
15 AUDIO IN jack-For connection to the audio output jack of your audio equipment or
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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
another VCR.
16 ANT. IN terminal-For connection to an antenna or CATV.
17 ANT. OUT terminal-For connection to an antenna in terminal of your TV.
18 CH3/CH4 selector switch-Use to select the video output channel (3 or 4) for
playback from the VCR.
19 VIDEO IN jack-For connection to the video output jack of your video camera or
another VCR.
20 VIDEO OUT jack-For connection to the video in jack of video processor or another
VCR.
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION
You can operate most of your VCR's functions from the Remote Control (incl uded). The
buttons on the Remote Control have the same functions as the corresponding buttons
on the VCR.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL
See Remote Control Diagram.
1 POWER button-Press to turn VCR on and off. Press to activate the automatic timer
recording.
2 MENU button-Press to display main menu on the TV screen.
3 SELECT button-Press to select setting modes (TIMER PROGRAMMING, CHANNEL
SET UP, SETTING CLOCK, RENTAL, etc) from menu.
4 TAPE SPEED button-Press to set desired recording speed. (SP/LP/SLP)
5 MUTE button-Press to mute the TV's sound. Press it again to resume the sound.
6 ADD/DELETE button-Press to add or delete channel numbers. Press to cancel a
timer program.
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7 VOL button-Press to adjust the desired TV's volume level by using either (up) or
(down) button.
8 PLAY button-Press to playback the tape.
9 REW button-Press to rewind the tape or to view the picture rapidly in reverse during
playback. (Rewind Search)
10 STOP button-Press to stop the tape motion.
11 REC button-Press to begin manual recording.
12 PAUSE button-Press to temporarily stop the tape during recording or to view a still
picture during playback.
13 F.FWD button-Press to rapidly advance the tape or to view the picture rapidly in
forward during playback. (Forward Search)
14 CH button-Press to select desired channel by using either (up) or (down) button.
They cannot be used during Timer Recording.
15 COUNTER MEMORY button-Press to set counter memory on and off.
16 VCR/TV button-Press to select TV or VCR mode.
VCR position: to view playback, to monitor video recordings or watch TV using the
VCR tuner.
TV position: to watch TV or to view one program while recording another.
17 NUMBER buttons-Press to select desired channels and to enter digits for setting
program. They cannot be used to set desired channel during Timer Recording. To
select channels from 1 to 9, first press "0" button then 1 to 9.
[MODE SELECT]
18 CATV button-For details, see page 29.
19 TV button-For details, see page 29.
20 VCR button-For details, see page 29.
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
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ANTENNA/CABLE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
1
Open the battery compartment cover by pressing the cover on the remote unit in the
direction of the arrow.
2
Insert 2 "AA" penlight batteries into the battery compar tment i n the dir ecti on i ndicated by
the polarity (+/-) markings.
3
Replace the cover.
ANTENNA/CABLE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
For some of the most common types of connections, see the following drawings. Use
only one connection. For any further complex connections, please contact your local
dealer or other qualified persons. (You may need additional accessories which are not
supplied).
COMBINATION VHF/UHF ANTENNA
(1) Disconnect the round 75-ohm combination VHF/UHF coaxial antenna cable from the
back of your TV set
(2) Reconnect the coaxial cable to ANT.IN terminal of the VCR.
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(3) Connect one end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to the ANT.OUT jack of the
VCR.
(4) Connect the other end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to the antenna/cable jack
of your TV.
See Combo Antenna Diagram.
CATV COAXIAL CABLE
(1) Disconnect the CATV coaxial cable from the back of your TV set.
(2) Reconnect the CATV coaxial cable to ANT.IN terminal of the VCR.
(3) Connect one end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to the ANT.OUT jack of the
VCR.
(4) Connect the other end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to the antenna/cable jack
of your TV.
See CATV Connection Diagram.
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.
SEPARATE VHF (75-OHM) / UHF (300-OHM) ANTENNA
(1) Disconnect the VHF coaxial antenna cable and the UHF flat twin-lead antenna cable
from the back of your TV set.
(2) Reconnect those cables to a UHF/VHF combiner (not supplied).
(3) Connect end of the UHF/VHF combiner to the ANT.IN terminal of the VCR.
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ANTENNA/CABLE SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
(4) Connect one end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to the ANT.OUT terminal of the
VCR.
(5) Connect the other end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to a UHF/VHF separator
(not supplied).
(6) Connect the separator's coaxial end to the TV's VHF jack, and flat twin-lead end to
the TV's UHF terminal.
See Separate VHF/UHF Connection Diagram.
INDOOR VHF/UHF ANTENNA
(1) Disconnect the indoor UHF/VHF antenna cable from the back of your TV set.
(2) Reconnect the cable to the ANT.IN terminal of the VCR.
(3) Connect one end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to the ANT.OUT terminal of the
VCR.
(4) Connect the other end of the COAXIAL CABLE (supplied) to the antenna/cable jack
of your TV.
See Indoor Antenna Diagram.
NOTE: The connection of an indoor antenna to a VCR may not always give acceptable TV
Reception.
USING A/V JACKS WITH TV/MONITOR (OPTIONAL)
If your TV has A/V input jacks, you may connect your VCR's AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT
jacks to the audio/video input jacks on back of your TV.
Direct audio/video connections usually result in a better picture and sound quality for
tape playback. Please see your TV's owner's manual for details.
Then, set your TV to the Video mode using VCR/TV button on your TV.
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See A/V Jacks Diagram.
TO COPY A VIDEO TAPE
Connect the editing (recording) VCR, the source (playing) VCR and your TV using the
following diagram.
See Dubbing Diagram.
1. Insert a pre-recorded video cassette into the source (playing) VCR.
2. Insert a blank video cassette, or one you want to record over, into the editing
(recording) VCR cassette compartment.
3. Press TAPE SPEED button to select the desired recording speed (SLP, LP or SP) of
the editing (recording) VCR.
4. Select AUX position on the editing (recording) VCR. See page 15, under "Input
Select".
5. Press REC button on the editing (recording) VCR.
6. Begin playback of the tape in the source (playing) VCR.
NOTE: For best results during dubbing, use the VCR's front panel controls whenever
possible. The remote control might affect the playback 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 source (playing) VCR.
TO MONITOR THE RECORDING
1. Turn on the TV, and set it to the same output channel as the editing VCR channel 3
or 4.
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CONTROLLING VCR INPUT & OUTPUT
2. Press VCR/TV button on the editing VCR so that VCR appears on the display.
USING A CABLE CONVERTER BOX
If your cable service supplies you with a cable converter box, you can use the basic
connection shown below.
See Cable Converter Diagram.
NOTES:
With this connection, you CANNOT record one program and while viewing another.
Channel memory programming is NOT needed when using this connection.
TO RECORD AND VIEW A SCRAMBLED/UNSCRAMBLED CHANNEL.
1. Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that "VCR" appears on the display.
2. Set the TV channel to the some video output channel as located on the back of the
VCR (Ch3 or 4).
3. Set the VCR channel selector to the output channel of the Cable Converter Box.
(Example: CH 3)
4. Select the channel to be recorded at the Cable Converter Box.
CONTROLLING VCR INPUT & OUTPUT
VIDEO OUTPUT CHANNEL SETTING (BACK OF VCR)
When the VCR is in the Playback mode, or when the VCR/TV button is in the VCR
position, you TV will receive the signals from the VCR on either channel 3 or 4. Set the
3CH/4CH selector switch to the station that is not used for normal broadcasts in your
area; then set your TV to that same channel when viewing from the VCR.
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CHANNEL MEMORY PROGRAMMING (Without a Cable Box)
The video output channel of this unit is set to channel 3 prior to shipment from the
factory.
INPUT SELECT
To use the external input jack, select the AUX position. Press CHANNEL " " or " "
button or enter "00" with number button so that "AUX" appears on the screen.
VIDEO MODE SELECTION ON TV
TV power must be on. Please see your TV's owner's manual for details.
To Set your TV to the Video Mode
Connection Using AV cord (Refer to page 14.): Set your TV to the Video Mode using
VCR/TV button on you TV. To set your TV to the TV mode, press VCR/TV button of
your TV again.
Connection Without AV Cord (Refer to page 12, 13, 15): Set the TV channel to the
same video output channel located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4) Then, set your
VCR to the VCR mode using VCR/TV button of your VCR.
CHANNEL MEMORY PROGRAMMING (Without a Cable Box)
Channel memory programming is NOT needed when connected to a CABLE BOX. You
can program the tuner to scan only the channels you receive in your area. See page 31
for channel designations.
You must use remote control for this procedure.
NOTES:
Follow the steps below, once. Repeat it only if there is a power failure or the VCR is
unplugged for more than 30 seconds. In these cases, since the programmed channels are
erased, the VCR will prompt you with "--:--" when you turn it on.
You must follow the steps below before attempting to play or record a video tape. If you
want to play ore record a video tap BEFORE programming the tuner, you must first press
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CHANNEL MEMORY PROGRAMMING (Without a Cable Box)
POWER button to turn off the VCR. Then, press POWER button again to turn it back on.
To program the tuner again, see "To preset channel memory again" on this page.
1
Plug the VCR power cord into a standard AC outlet. The "--:--" flashes.
2
Press POWER button to turn on the VCR to that the "" appears on the display.
3
Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel located on the
back of the VCR. (CH3 or 4)
4
Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control so that "VCR" appears on the display.
"LANGUAGE SELECT" appears on the TV screen.
5
Select 1(ENGLISH) or 2(ESPAÑOL=SPANISH) with number buttons.
6
Press SELECT or MENU button on the remote control so that "TUNER SET UP"
appears on the TV screen.
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