Hitachi VT-MX424A User Manual

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HITACHI

VIDEO DECK

VT-MX424A

Owner's Manual Your Complete Guide to Videocassette Viewing and Recording Using these quality features:

• Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System

• Bilingual on-screen menu display selectabl e in English or Spanis h

• Infrared remote control

• Real time tape counter

• 181 channel capability PLL frequency synthesizer tuner with direct station call

• Auto power on and off system

• Auto counter reset

• Auto rewind when the end of a tape is reached

• Direct Button Operation

• 2 Step Picture Search Operation

• Still

• Digital Auto Tracking (DTR)

• Auto Repeat

• Rental Play Mode

• Three different tape speeds (SP/LP/SLP)

• IRT (Instant Recording Timer)

• 1 Year, 7 events (including Daily and Weekly Timer Recording)

• Auto Return

• Time Search / Quick-Find / Index Search

• Just-In-Time Recording

• Remaining Tape Running Time Display

• Slow Motion

• The VCR Plus+ system

• The VCR+ C3 system

VCR Plus+, C3, and Plus-Code are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. With the VCR Plus+ C3 system, this video cassette recorder can automatically select the appropriate channel on your compatible cable box. C3 and VCR Plus+ C3 are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (AMERICA), INC. 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 Tel. 770-279-5600

HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII, INC. 3219 Koapaka Street Honolulu, HI 96819 Tel. 808-836-3621

HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC. 6740 Campobello Road, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8 Tel. 905-821-4545

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................2

Precautions..................................................................................................................................................4

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.............................................................................................................4

LOCATION ................................................................................................................................................6

AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE..........................................................6

WARNING..................................................................................................................................................7

POWER SUPPLY.......................................................................................................................................7

FEATURES.................................................................................................................................................7

VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION............................................................................................9

PRECAUTIONS....................................................................................................................................9

INSERTING A CASSETTE.................................................................................................................9

REMOVING A CASSETTE.................................................................................................................9

THREE DIFFERENT TAPE SPEEDS...............................................................................................9

ERASE PREVENTION......................................................................................................................10

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS.....................................................................................10

PREPARATION FOR USE......................................................................................................................13

CABLE CONNECTIONS ........................................................................................................................13

SETTING A VIDEO CHANNEL.............................................................................................................13

CONNECTING TO INPUT JACKS.........................................................................................................14

INPUT SELECT..................................................................................................................................14

A/V TERMINALS....................................................................................................................................14

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES............................................................................................................15

PRESET FOR USE...................................................................................................................................15

AUTOMATIC CHANNEL PRESET (Without a Cable Box)..................................................................15

TO SELECT A DESIRED CHANNEL..............................................................................................16

SETTING THE CLOCK...........................................................................................................................16

TO CHANGE CLOCK SETTING.....................................................................................................17

TO DELETE PRESET CHANNELS........................................................................................................18

CHANNEL PRESET AGAIN .................................................................................................................. 18

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE.............................................................................................................19

CABLE BOX CONTROLLER .................................................................................................................19

POSITIONING THE CABLE CONVERTER BOX................................................................................19

SETTING THE CABLE BOX CONTROLLER ......................................................................................19

If the codes you entered do not work:.............................................................................................20

TO CANCEL THE CABLE BOX CONTROLLER ON ...................................................................21

PLAYBACK .............................................................................................................................................21

NORMAL PLAYBACK...........................................................................................................................21

PICTURE SEARCH ...........................................................................................................................22

STILL PICTURE .................................................................................................................................22

VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL ..........................................................................................................22

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT...................................................................................................................22

SLOW MOTION..................................................................................................................................23

COUNTER MEMORY.............................................................................................................................23

TO EXIT THE COUNTER MEMORY ..............................................................................................23

SPECIAL PLAYBACK............................................................................................................................24

AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK.................................................................................................................24

TO EXIT THE AUTO REPEAT MODE............................................................................................24

TABLE OF CONTENTS

RENTAL PLAYBACK.............................................................................................................................24

TO EXIT THE RENTAL PLAY MODE.............................................................................................25

INDEX SEARCH......................................................................................................................................25

TIME SEARCH ........................................................................................................................................26

BLANK SEARCH ....................................................................................................................................27

RECORDING............................................................................................................................................27

VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM......................................................................27

SKIPPING SOME MATERIAL DURING RECORDING......................................................................28

RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE VIEWING ANOTHER.........................................................28

TO MONITOR THE PROGRESS OF YOUR RECORDING.................................................................28

IRT (Instant Recording Timer) ................................................................................................................. 28

TIMER RECORDING..............................................................................................................................29

AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING.....................................................................................................29

TO CORRECT AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM..................................................................32

TO STOP A STARTED AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM...................................................32

TO CANCEL OR CHECK THE STA RT /END TIME......................................................................32

SETTING THE GUIDE/USER CHANNELS FOR THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM..................................33

TO CHECK A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS............................................................................34

TO CORRECT A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS......................................................................34

TO CANCEL A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS..........................................................................34

TIMER RECORDING USING THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM................................................................. 35

HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING ........................................................................................................36

AUTO RETURN.......................................................................................................................................36

USING THE AUTO RETURN BUTTON .........................................................................................36

USING THE MENU............................................................................................................................37

WATCH THE RECORDED PROGRAM.........................................................................................37

JUST-IN TIME RECORDING.................................................................................................................37

SETTING THE REMAINING TIME.......................................................................................................38

REMAINING TAPE RUNNING TIME DISPLAY............................................................................39

COPYING A VIDEO TAPE..................................................................................................................... 40

TO MONITOR THE RECORDING................................................................................................... 40

ON SCREEN DISPLAY...........................................................................................................................40

DIGITAL DISPLAY.................................................................................................................................41

SPECIAL FEATURES .............................................................................................................................41

REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER.........................................................................................................41

AUTO REWIND ..................................................................................................................................41

CONTROLLING YOUR TV WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE..................................................................42

REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV .........................................................................................................42

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV..........................................................42

CONTROLLING THE TV...................................................................................................................43

REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER ........................................................................43

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER .......................43

TO OPERATE THE CABLE BOX ONCE THE REMOTE IS PROGRAMMED FOR IT..........43

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...............................................................................................................44

MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................................45

SERVICING......................................................................................................................................... 45

CABINET CLEANING........................................................................................................................45

HEAD CLEANING..............................................................................................................................45

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................45

Precautions

CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS ...................................................................................................46

Precautions

WARNING!

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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 accompanying the appliance.

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

Precautions

by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a (Symbol provided by RETAC) 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 v ideo pr oduct shoul d not be pl aced 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 alternatingcurrent 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)

Antenna grounding 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.

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

LOCATION

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

LOCATION

For safe operation and optimum performance of your VCR, keep the following in mind when selecting a place for its installation:

· 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 on the sides of the VCR.

· 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.

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

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 our 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 at least for 2 hours until its inside is dry.

POWER SUPPLY

· AC 120V, 60Hz ONLY.

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 assum e no responsibility fo r the unauthorized duplication, use, or other acts which infringe upon the fights of copyright owners.

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

The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the VCR. No other VCR has 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 Purchase from ______________ Dealer Address ______________ Dealer Phone No. ______________ Model No. ______________ Serial No. ______________

FEATURES

• Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System- Rotary 4-heads to ensure excellent picture quality and special effects playback.

• Bilingual on-screen menu display selectable in English or Spanish

• Infrared remote control

• Real time tape counter- This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in hours, minutes, and seconds. (not in the case of blank portion)

• 181 channel capability PLL frequency synthesizer tuner with direct station call- (A converter may be necessary to view scrambled cable channels.)

FEATURES

• Auto power on and off system- Automatically turns the VCR when you insert the cassette, turns off after auto-rewind, and ejects when the beginning of the tape is reached.

• Auto counter reset- (when inserting a tape)

• Auto rewind when the end of a tape is reached (not when using the timer recording).

• Direct Button Operation- When a tape is in the VCR and the power is off, just press the PLAY, REW or F.FWD button on the main unit and it will automatically turn on the VCR and perform the desired function. (Does not occur when using the timer recording).

• 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.

• Digital Auto Tracking (DTR)- Automatically adjusts the tracking for each tape you play.

• Auto Repeat- Allows you to repeat a tape indefinitely without pressing the PLAY button.

• Rental Play Mode- Improves playback picture quality of worn tapes, such as rental tapes.

• Three different tape speeds : SP/LP/SLP

• IRT (Instant Recording Timer)- Instant timed recording for 30 to 480 minutes is possible at the push of the REC/IRT button.

• 1 Year, 7 events (including Daily and Weekly Timer Recording)- The built-in timer 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.

• Auto Return- After finished timer recording, the beginning of the recorded, program(s) can be searched.

• Time Search- Lets you set the VCR to advance the tape by entering the desired playback time you want to skip.

• Blank Search - Lets you set the VCR to search for an unrecorded portion on the tape.

• Index search- Lets you Index the start of a recording.

• Just-In-Time Recording - Measures the remaining tape and automatically adjusts the tape speed so that the automatic timer recording fits on a cassette.

• Remaining Tape Running Time Display - You can check the remaining running time of your tape.

• Slow Motion- You can view the video program at a slower than normal playback speed. Slow speed can be controlled by pressing the F.FWD button (faster) or the REW button (slower).

• The VCR Plus+ system - You can program the automatic timer recording using the PlusCode numbers that are printed in most newspaper TV listings and TV Guide magazine.

• The VCR+C3 System - You can select the channel on your compatible cable converter box by the VCR remote control.

VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION

The VCR can automatically select the appropriate channel on your compatible cable box when you program a timer recording.

VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION

This VCR will operate with any cassette that has the VHS mark. For best results, we recommend the use of high-quality tapes. Do not use poor quality or damaged tapes.

PRECAUTIONS

· Avoid moisture. Moisture condensation may occur on the tape if it is moved from a cold place to a warm place or visa versa. Before using a tape with these conditions, to avoid damage of the tape and your VCR, wait until the tape has warmed to room temperature and the moisture has evaporated.

· Avoid extreme heat, high humidity and magnetic fields.

· Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism.

· Do not touch the tape with your fingers.

INSERTING A CASSETTE

Insert the cassette in the direction as shown. Push in gently, but continuously, on the centerback of the cassette until it is drawn into the VCR. The VCR will automatically turn on.

REMOVING A CASSETTE

1) In the Stop mode, press the STOP/EJECT button on the VCR. The cassette will be ejected.

2) Pull the cassette out of the cassette compartment.

3) Store the cassette in its case as shown.

THREE DIFFERENT TAPE SPEEDS Before recording, select the tape speed from : SP mode (Standard Play), LP mode (Long

Play) or SLP mode (Super Long Play).

The table below shows the maximum recording/playback time using T60, T120 or T160 tapes in each mode.

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

ERASE PREVENTION

You can prevent accidental erasing of a recording by breaking off the tab on the back edge of the cassette.

If you decide to record on the tape again, cover the hole with plastic tape.

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

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1. Cassette Compartment

2. STOP button- Press to stop the tape motion. EJECT button- Press to remove a tape from the VCR. (only on the VCR)

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

button- Press to enter digits when setting program (For example: setting clock or timer program). Press to select the setting modes from the on screen menu. (only on the remote control)

3. REW button- Press to rewind the tape, or to view the picture rapidly in reverse during the playback mode. (Rewind Search)

button- Press to cancel a setting of timer program. Press to correct digits when setting program (For example: setting clock or timer program). Press to add or delete channel numbers during channel preset. (only on the remote control)

4. PLAY button- Press to begin playback.

button- Press to enter digits when setting program (For example: setting clock or timer program). Press to select the setting modes from the on screen menu. (only on the remote control)

5. F.FWD button- Press to rapidly advance the tape, or view the picture rapidly in forward during playback. (Forward Search)

button- When setting program (For example: setting clock or timer program), press to determine your selection and proceed to the next step you want to input. Press to determine the setting modes from the on screen menu. Press to add or delete channel numbers during channel preset. (only on the remote control)

6. PAUSE button - Press to temporarily stop the tape during recording or to view a still picture during playback. Frame Advance function - Press to advance the picture by one frame during the still mode.

7. POWER button- Press to turn VCR on and off. Press to activate a timer recording.

8. 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.

9. Remote sensor window- Receives the infrared signals from the remote control.

10. Digital display- See page 35.

11. TAPE SPEED button - Press to set the desired recording speed: SP/LP/SLP.

12. CHANNEL(CH)

/ buttons- Press to select the desired channels for viewing or recording. Tracking function- Press to minimize video 'noise' (lines or dots on screen) during playback (only on the VCR) or slow mode. Press to stabilize the picture in the Still mode when the picture begins to vibrate vertically.

OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

13. REC(ORD) button- Press to begin manual recording. IRT button- Press to activate Instant Recording Timer. (only on the VCR)

14. VOLUME buttons- Press to adjust the desired TV's volume level by using either or button.

15. MODE SELECT buttons

· CATV button- For details, see page 36.

· TV button- For details, see page 36.

· VCR button- For details, see pages 36.

16. NUMBER buttons- Press to select desired channels for viewing or recording. To select channels from 1 to 9, first press "0" button then 1 to 9. 100/ENT button- When selecting cable channels which are more than 100, press this button first, then press the last two digits. (To select channel 125, first press "100/ENT" button then press "2" and "5").

17. MENU button- Press to display the menus on the TV screen. Press to exit the menus on the TV screen. (only on the remote control)

18. DISPLAY button- Press to display the counter or the current channel number and the current time on the TV screen. (only on the remote control)

19. SLOW button- Press to reduce the playback speed. Slow speed can be controlled by pressing the F.FWD button (faster) or the REW button (slower).

20. MUTE button- Press to mute the TV's sound. Press it again to resume the sound.

21. COUNTER MEMORY button- Press to set counter memory on and off.

22. COUNTER RESET button- Press to reset counter to 0:00:00. Press to ad or delete channel numbers during channel preset.

23. VCR PLUS+ button - Press to program the automatic timer recording using the VCR Plus+ system.

24. Cable box transmitters - Send signals to cable converter box.

25. Power cord- Connect to a standard AC outlet (120V/60Hz).

26. AUDIO OUT jack- Connect to the audio input jack of your audio equipment or another VCR.

27. AUDIO IN jack- Connect to the audio output jack of your audio equipment or another VCR.

28. ANT. IN terminal- Connect to an antenna, Cable system or Satellite system.

29. VIDEO OUT jack- Connect to the video input jack of your video camera or another VCR.

30. VIDEO IN jack- Connect to the video output jack of your video camera or another VCR.

31. CH3/CH4 selector switch- Use to select a video output channel (3 or 4) for playback from your VCR.

32. ANT. OUT terminal- Connects to the antenna input terminal on your TV.

PREPARATION FOR USE

CABLE 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).

1 Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TV. 2 Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT. IN jack of your VCR.

3 Connect one end of the coaxial cable (supplied) to the ANT.OUT jack of your VCR. 4 Connect the other end of the coaxial cable (supplied) to the UHF/VHF antenna jacks.

SETTING A VIDEO CHANNEL

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 position, your TV will receive the 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, whichever is not used or least used for normal broadcasts in your area. Then set your TV to that same channel.

CONNECTING TO INPUT JACKS

When you copy a video tape, or watch a program recorded on an another source, use audio/video input jacks.

INPUT SELECT

To use the external input jacks, select the AUX position. Press the CHANNEL or button or enter "00" with number button on the remote control so that "AUX" appears on the screen.

NOTE: "AUX" is found before the lowest memorized channel. (Example: CH2)

A/V TERMINALS

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 A/V input connections.

INSTALLING THE BATTERIES

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 compartment in the direction indicated by the polarity (+/-) markings.

3) Replace the cover.

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 groundling 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.

PRESET FOR USE

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 40 for channel designations.

NOTE: You must use the remote control for this procedure.

AUTOMATIC CHANNEL PRESET (Without a Cable Box)

NOTES:

· Follow the steps below only when you plug the VCR power core into a standard AC outlet for the first time. If you unplug the VCR and move it to another area, you need to "CHANNEL PRESET AGAIN". In this case, see "CHANNEL PRESET AGAIN" on page 14.

· 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 must first press the POWER button to turn off the VCR. Then, press the POWER button again to turn it back on. To program the tuner again, see "CHANNEL PRESET AGAIN" on page 14.

1 Plug in the VCR power cord

Plug the VCR power cord into a standard AC outlet. The "- - : - -" indicator flashes on the display.

2 Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV

Turn on the TV and set the TV to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH3 or CH4)

3 Turn on the VCR

Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR. The "PWR." indicator appears on the display.

4 Select the VCR mode

SETTING THE CLOCK

Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

5 Select 'ENGLISH" or "ESPANOL"

Select "ENGLISH" or "ESPANOL"=Spanish by using the PLAY/ or STOP/ button. Then, press the MENU or F.FWD/ button.

6 Begin Channel preset

Press the MENU, F.FWD/ or REW/ button once. The tuner scans and memorizes all active channels in your area.

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

7 After scanning

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

• If "TUNER SET UP'. appears on the TV screen again, check the cable connections. Press the MENU, F.FWD/ or REW/ button once again and the VCR will begin preset again.

TO SELECT A DESIRED CHANNEL

You can select the desired channel by using the CHANNEL or button or directly pressing the number buttons on the remote control.

Note for using the number buttons:

• When selecting cable channels which are higher than 100, press the 100/ENT button first,

then press the last two digits. (Example: to select channel 125, first press the 100/ENT button then press "2" and "5").

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

SETTING THE CLOCK

Set the clock accurately for proper automatic timer recording. We suggest that you use a TV or radio station as your time source.

In the example below, the clock is to be set to:

DATE March 1st, 1997 SETTING TIME 5:40PM

Make sure...

· You must use the remote control for this procedure.

· VCR power must be turned on.

· Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

· Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

1 Select "SETTING CLOCK"

Press the MENU button. The SETTING CLOCK menu appears.

Make sure...

· When you press the F.FWD/ button during steps [2] to [6], you may move forward to the

SETTING THE CLOCK

next step.

• Press the REW/ button to go back one step from the current step during steps [3] to [7].

2 Select the month

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly until the desired month appears. (Example: March - 03 )

Then, the press F.FWD/ button.

3 Select the day

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired day appears. (Example: 1st - 01) Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

4 Select the year

Press the PLAY/

or STOP/ button until the desired year appears.

(Example: 1997) Then, press the F.FWD/

button.

5 Select the hour

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired hour appears. (Example: 05)

Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

6 Select the minute

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired minute appears. (Example: 40)

Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

7 Select "AM" or "PM"

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "AM" or "PM" (Example: PM)

8 Start the clock

Press the RESET/EXIT or F.FWD/

button.

Although seconds are not displayed, they begin counting from 00 when you press the RESET/EXIT or F.FWD/

button. Use this feature to synchronize the clock with the correct

time.

NOTES:

· When unplugging the AC-cord or if there is a power failure for more than 30 seconds, you may have to reset the clock.

· If the display shows an abnormal reading or no reading, unplug the power cord for more than 30 seconds. Then plug it back in. And reset clock.

TO CHANGE CLOCK SETTING

1 ) Press the MENU button until the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2) Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "SETTING CLOCK". Then, press the F.FWD/

button.

3) Follow steps [2] to [8].

TO DELETE PRESET CHANNELS

The channels you no longer receive or seldom watch can be deleted from the memory. (Of course, you can later add the deleted channel into the memory again.)

Make sure...

· You must use the remote control for this procedure.

· VCR power must be turned on.

· Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR (CH3 or 4)

· Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

1 Select "INITIALIZE"

Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2 Select "CHANNEL SET UP"

Confirm "CHANNEL SET UP" is pointed. Then press the F.FWD/ button.

3 Select "ADD/DELETE CH"

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly to point to "ADD/DELETE CH". Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

NOTE: You cannot select "ADD/DELETE CH" when you set CABLE BOX CONTROLLER to ON. (page 15)

4 Enter the desired channel number

Press the number buttons or the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until your desired channel number appears. (Example: CH02)

5 Delete it from memory

Press the F.FWD/

or REW/ button so that "DELETE" flashes on the TV screen.

· To delete another channel, repeat steps [4] and [5]

· If you press COUNTER RESET button on the remote control again, the channel is memorized again.

6 Exit the preset mode

Press MENU button on the remote control to return to TV mode. NOTE: To confirm that channel(s) has been deleted or added, press the CHANNEL(CH) or

button.

CHANNEL PRESET AGAIN

1 ) Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2) Confirm "CHANNEL SET UP" is pointed to, then press the F.FWD/ button.

3) Press PLAY/

or STOP/ button repeatedly to point to "TV" or "CATV".

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

4) Press the F.FWD/

button once or twice. After scanning, the tuner stops at the lowest

memorized channel.

NOTE: You cannot preset CATV when you set CABLE BOX CONTROLLER to ON. (page 15)

SELECTING THE LANGUAGE

If you want to change the language on the TV screen, follow the steps below:

1) Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2) Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly to point to "LANGUAGE SELECT". Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

3) Select "ENGLISH" or "ESPANOL"= Spanish by using the PLAY/

or STOP/ button.

4) Press the RESET/EXIT button to return to TV mode.

CABLE BOX CONTROLLER

You can select the channel on your compatible cable converter box by the VCR remote control. The VCR can automatically select the appropriate channel on your compatible cable box when you program a timer recording.

POSITIONING THE CABLE CONVERTER BOX

Place the cable converter box on top of the VCR as shown. (The cable converter box should tilt upward slightly. You may need to place a small object under one side of the cable converter box in order to tilt the cable converter box.) It is best to place the cable converter box beyond the center of the VCR or along the back of the VCR. If the cable converter box does not receive the signals, try to slide the cable converter box to the right or left, or move it toward the back of the VCR until you find the best position. The signal could be distorted if it travels through glass repeatedly. For this reason, if your equipment is in an entertainment center with glass doors, leave the glass doors open. Do not block any ventilation opening of the VCR or the cable converter box.

Make sure....

• You must use the remote control for this procedure.

• VCR power must be turned on.

• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

• Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

• Turn on your cable box and select channel 2.

• Select CATV on the CHANNEL SET UP menu.

SETTING THE CABLE BOX CONTROLLER

1 Select "INITIALIZE"

Press MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2 Select "CABLE BOX SET UP"

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "CABLE BOX SET UP". Then, press F.FWD/ button,

3 Select "ON"

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to point to "ON". Then, press F.FWD/ button.

4 Enter the OUTPUT CHANNEL

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly until your desired output channel appears. You can select the output channel. (CH02-CH06 or AUX) (Example: 03)

Then, press F.FWD/ button.

5 Enter the brand code

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly until your desired code number appears. (Example:01 for JERROLD 400)

6 Press DISPLAY button

The VCR will change the cable box from channel 02 to channel 09 to confirm that the correct code was entered.

7 Cable box channel changed to channel 9. Press MENU button to end this setting.

You can select the channel on your compatible cable converter box by CHANNEL or button, NUMBER buttons (VCR mode) on the VCR remote control. Press "00" to select "AUX".

Channel number on the VCR can select OUTPUT CHANNEL or AUX. (If you select AUX for OUTPUT CHANNEL at step 3, Channel buttons are usefulness)

Cable box did not tune to channel 9.

After flashing item move to brand cord, enter a different cord and press DISPLAY button.

If the codes you entered do not work:

• Try repositioning cable box on top of the VCR and reentering the codes.

• Try entering all code numbers (01-25). Press number buttons to enter another code number.

• If none of the codes work, press the MENU button to quit. The VCR will not control your cable box. However, the output channel of the cable box has been sent. Turn on the cable box and leave it turned to the channel you want to record before the recording is scheduled to begin.

PLAYBACK

TO CANCEL THE CABLE BOX CONTROLLER ON

Repeat steps [1] to [2]. Then, press

/PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "OFF" and press F.FWD/ button. The TV screen return to normal TV mode.

NOTES:

• If you select TV on the CHANNEL SET UP menu when CABLE BOX CONTROLLER is ON, the VCR will switch to CABLE BOX CONTROLLER OFF au t omatically.

• You can enter the OUTPUT CHANNEL and BRAND CODE using NUMBER buttons.

PLAYBACK

NORMAL PLAYBACK

Make sure...

• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

• Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

1 Insert a prerecorded tape

Counter mode appears at 0:00:00 on the TV screen. If the erase-protection tab has been removed, the VCR will start playback automa t ically.

2 To begin playback

Press the PLAY button. NOTE: If any menu is activated on the TV screen, the PLAY button on the remote control does

not function. Press the MENU button on the remote control to clear the menu. Then, press the PLAY button.

If a tape is already in the VCR with power off

2A) Using button on the VCR

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT

Just press the PLAY button on the VCR. Power will automatically turn on and playback will start. (Direct Button Operation)

2B) Using button on the remote control

Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR, and then press the PLAY button on the remote control.

3 To stop playback

Press the STOP button.

PICTURE SEARCH

This feature is very useful in finding or skipping over a particular scene on a tape. In this mode, the sound will be muted.

1) You may view a video tape at a high speed in either a forward or reverse direction by pressing the F.FWD or REW button. (in the SP / LP / SLP modes)

2) Depress it again, the VCR will now search in super high speed. (in the LP / SLP modes only)

3) Press the PLAY button to return to normal speed.

STILL PICTURE

You can view a still picture on the TV screen during playback (the Still mode). Press the PAUSE button on the remote control during playback. Press the PLAY button to return to playback.

NOTES:

· You can advance the picture by one frame at a time by pressing the PAUSE button on the remote control during the still mode.

· If it is left in the Still mode for more than five minutes, the VCR will automatically switch to the Stop mode.

VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL

When the picture begins to vibrate vertically, stabilize the picture by pressing CHANNEL

button in the Still mode.

NOTES:

· When the picture is distorted or rolling vertically, adjust vertical hold control on your TV.

· Some newer TV's do not have a user adjustable vertical hold control.

TRACKING ADJUSTMENT

• Tracking adjustment will be set automatically (Digital Tracking function) when you start playback.

• When playing pre-recorded tapes or tapes recorded on units other than your own, noise lines (black and white streaks) may appear on the playback picture. If this occurs, you can adjust the tracking control manually by pressing the CHANNEL

or button on the VCR until the streaks disappear. To return to the DTR function, stop the tape once and start playback again. To set center position, press both CHANNEL and button at the same time.

COUNTER MEMORY

NOTE: This function is controlled only by the buttons on the VCR. The buttons on the remote control will not adjust tracking.

• You can reduce the noise lines by pressing the CHANNEL(CH) or button in slow mode, too. Slow tracking adjustment will not be set automatically.

NOTE: In Still mode, press the SLOW button and press the CHANNEL(CH) or button until the streaks disappear. To return to Still mode, press the PAUSE button again.

SLOW MOTION

Press the SLOW button to reduce the playback speed. The VCR mutes the sound during slow motion. You can control the speed by pressing the F.FVM button (faster) or the REW button (slower).

Press the PLAY button to return to normal playback. NOTE: If it is left in the Slow mode for more than five minutes, the VCR will automatically go

into the Stop mode.

COUNTER MEMORY

This feature can be used to memorize the beginning point that you want to review. And you can search it easily by rewinding or fast forwarding.

Make sure...

• Insert a prerecorded tape.

1 Stop tape at your desired point

Rewind or fast forward the tape to the beginning point at which you want to review.

2 Reset the counter to 0:00:00

Press the COUNTER RESET button on the remote control once or twice.

3 Select the Counter Memory mode

Press the COUNTER MEMORY button on the remote control until "M" appears on the TV screen.

4 Begin recording or playback

Press RECORD or PLAY button. Press the STOP button when recording or playback is completed.

5 To activate the Counter Memory

Press DISPLAY button on the remote control so that the counter appears on the TV screen. Press the REW (or F.FWD) button. The VCR will stop automatically when the counter has returned to approximately 0:00:00. (approx.)

NOTE: If the counter is not displayed, the Counter Memory will not be activated. TO EXIT THE COUNTER MEMORY

When the counter appears on the TV screen, press COUNTER MEMORY button on the

SPECIAL PLAYBACK

remote control and then press DISPLAY button on the remote control twice so that "M" and the counter disappears from the TV screen.

SPECIAL PLAYBACK

Make sure...

· You must use the remote control for the following procedure.

· VCR power must be turned on.

· Turn on the VCR and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

· Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK

The VCR has the auto repeat function that allows you to repeat a tape indefinitely without touching the PLAY button. Make sure...Insert a prerecorded tape.

1 Select "VCR SET UP"

Press MENU button until the VCR SET UP menu appears.

2 Select "AUTO REPEAT"

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "AUTO REPEAT".

3 Begin Auto repeat playback

Press the F.FWD/ button so that [ON] will appear next to "AUTO REPEAT" on the TV screen. Repeat playback mode will start automatically.

NOTES:

· Once you select the Auto Repeat mode, it stays in effect even after you turn off the VCR.

· When the COUNTER MEMORY is activated, the tape will rewind to 0:00:00 and the VCR will be in the Stop mode.

• If the Rental mode is set [ON], the "RENTAL PLAY " display has priority.

· To stop playback, press the STOP button.

TO EXIT THE AUTO REPEAT MODE

Repeat steps [1 ] to [2], Then, press the F.FWD/ button. [ON] will then disappear from the menu. Press the MENU button on the remote control to return to TV mode.

RENTAL PLAYBACK

This function enables you to improve the picture quality when playing back worn cassettes such as those rented from a video shop.

1 Insert rental tape into VCR

Begin playback.

· Selecting ON or OFF must be done during playback.

INDEX SEARCH

2 Select "VCR SET UP"

Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the VCR SET UP menu appears.

3 Select "RENTAL"

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly to point to "RENTAL".

4 Select "RENTAL" to [ON]

Press the F.FWD/ button so that "RENTAL ON" appears.

NOTES:

• Once you select the Rental mode, it stays in effect even after you turn off the VCR.

• To stop playback, press the STOP button.

TO EXIT THE RENTAL PLAY MODE

Repeat steps [1 ] to [3]. Then press the F.FWD/

button so that "RENTAL OFF" appears on

the TV screen.

INDEX SEARCH

This feature provides a method of indexing the starting point so that it can be easily returned to in either fast forward or rewind mode.

· The index mark will be made automatically when the REC button is pressed. It will also be marked at the starting point of Timer recording, IRT.

· The index mark will not be recorded if the PAUSE button on the remote control is pressed and released during recording.

· The time gap between making the index marks on the tape should be greater than 1 minute for SP recording, 2 minutes for LP recording and 3 minutes for SLP recording. Example: You are watching program number 4 and want to fast forward to program number 7. You must skip three programs.

1 Select "SEARCH SELECT"

Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the SEARCH SELECT menu appears.

2 Select "INDEX SEARCH"

Confirm "INDEX SEARCH" is pointed. Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

3 Enter your desired number

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the number of programs that you want to skip appears. (Example: "03" for 3 programs)

TIME SEARCH

4 Begin Index Search

Press the REW or F.FWD button. The VCR begins rewinding or fast forwarding to the beginning of desired program.

NOTE: Every time an index signal is skipped, the number in the program indicator decreases by one.

5 After Index Search

When the preset program is reached, the VCR will start playback automatically.

NOTES:

• Index Searches can be set up to 20.

• This function will not operate in the recording mode.

• Procedures must be followed within 30 seconds, from steps [2] to [3]. Otherwise the Index Search mode will be cancelled.

• To exit the Index Search mode, press the MENU button on the remote control after step [3]. Or press the STOP button after step [4].

• A video cassette must be inserted in the VCR for this function to work.

TIME SEARCH

The Time Search function makes it possible to quickly advance the tape to your desired position simply by entering the exact amount of playback time you want to skip.

Example: To watch a program after 2 hours and 50 minutes from the present position, in either direction.

1 Select "SEARCH SELECT"

Press the MENU button on the remote control so that the SEARCH SELECT menu appears.

2 "TIME SEARCH"

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "TIME SEARCH". Then, press the F.FWD/

button.

3 Enter your desired time

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired time appears. ( Example: "2:50" stands for 2 hours 50 minutes)

4 Begin Time Search

By pressing the REW or F.FWD button. The VCR begins rewinding or fast forwarding to the specified point. The time counts down as the searching progresses.

5 After Time Search

Playback starts automatically when 0:00 is reached.

NOTES:

• Time Search can be set up to a maximum of 9 hours 59 minutes (9:59).

• This function will not operate in the recording mode.

• Procedures mist be followed within 30 seconds, from steps [2] to [3]. Otherwise the Time Search mode will be cancelled.

BLANK SEARCH

• To exit Time Search mode, press the MENU button on the remote control after step 2. Or press the STOP button after step 3.

• A video cassette must be inserted in the VCR for this function to work.

BLANK SEARCH

This function enables you to search for the unrecorded portion of the tape in the forward direction.

• Tape must be fully rewound.

1 Select "SEARCH SELECT"

Press MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the SEARCH SELECT menu appears.

2 Select "BLANK SEARCH"

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "BLANK SEARCH". Then, press F.FWD/ button.

• The VCR begins fast forwarding to the beginning of the blank part of the tape.

3 After Blank Search

The VCR will automatically stop .

NOTES:

• The blank search will only work in the fo rward dire ction not in the reverse direction.

• A video cassette must be inserted in the VCR for this function to work.

RECORDING

Make sure....

· VCR power must be turned on.

· Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

• Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

· Insert a cassette tape with its erase prevention tab in place. (If necessary, rewind or fast forward the tape to the point at which you want to begin recording.)

VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM

1 Select the channel to be recorded

Press the number buttons on the remote control or the CHANNEL (CH) or button. NOTE: When you record with a cable conv erter box, the VCR channel must be selected to 3 or

4, then the actual channel that you wish to record must be selected on the cable converter box.

2 Select the tape speed

Press the TAPE SPEED button on the remote control to select the desired tape speed (SP/LP/SLP).

SKIPPING SOME MATERIAL DURING RECORDING

3 Begin recording

Press the REC button. The "REC" indicator appears on the display. NOTE: If any menu is activated on the TV screen, the REC button on the remote control does

not function. Press the RESET/EXIT button to clear the menu. Then, press the REC button.

4 Stop recording

Press the STOP button when recording is completed.

SKIPPING SOME MATERIAL DURING RECORDING

Press the PAUSE button on the remote control to temporarily stop recording. Press the PAUSE or REC button to resume recording.

NOTE: To prevent tape damage, after five minutes, the VCR will automatically switch to the Stop mode.You may review the time remaining with  marks on the TV screen. Each  mark represents one minute.

RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE VIEWING ANOTHER

You can record one program while viewing another. To start recording, follow steps [1] to [3] under "VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM".

NOTE:

When you record with a cable converter box, you cannot record one program while viewing another.

4 Select the TV mode

Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control to select TV so that the "VCR" indicator disappears from the display.

5 Select the channel on the TV

Set the TV to the channel you want to watch.

TO MONITOR THE PROGRESS OF YOUR RECORDING

1 Select the VCR mode

Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

2 Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV.

Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

IRT (Instant Recording Timer)

This function enables you to set the recording length simply by pressing the REC/IRT button on the VCR.

TIMER RECORDING

Make sure...

• This function cannot be done by the remote control.

• VCR power must be turned on.

• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

• Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

• Insert a cassette tape with its erase prevention tab in place. (If necessary, rewind or fast forward the tape to the point at which you want to begin recording.)

1 Select the channel to be recorded

Press the number buttons on the remote control or the CHANNEL(CH) or button.

2 Begin IRT

Press the REC/IRT button on the VCR as many times as needed. The recording length will be determined by the number of times you press the REC/IRT button. Each additional push will increase the recording time by 30 minutes. It can be set for up to 8 hours.

NOTES:

• Recording starts immediately when the REC/IRT button is pressed, whether you are watching the same or a different channel.

• When the REC/IRT button is pressed 18 times, the VCR returns to the normal recording mode.

• To stop the IRT operation, press the STOP button on the VCR or on the remote control.

• To show the remaining time, press the DISPLAY button on the remote control so that "IRT" appears on the TV screen. (It will show up momentarily then disappear.)

• Recording stops when 0:00 is reached.

• Please note that in the SLP mode maximum recording time, assuming the tape is started at the beginning, is 8 hours using T- 160 (or 6 hours using T-120).

• The TV that is connected to your VCR may be turned on or off during IRT.

• If the tape runs out before the end time, the VCR will switch to the Stop mode immediately, eject the tape and turn power off.

TIMER RECORDING

AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING

You may set the VCR to start and end a recording while you are away. You can set seven

AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING

programs to record on specific days, daily or weekly within a 1 year period.

In the example below, the timer is being set to record:

DATE: May 6th, 1997 SETTING TIME: from 7:30PM to 8:30PM CHANNEL: CH16 TAPE SPEED: SP PROGRAM NO: No. 1

Make sure...

• You must use the remote control for this procedure.

• VCR power must be turned on to program it.

· Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH3 or 4)

• Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

· Clock must be set to the correct time and date before setting the timer.

· Insert a cassette tape with its erase prevention tab in place. (If necessary, rewind or fast forward the tape to the point at which you want to begin recording.)

Avoid overlap of programs ...

There is a case that a program will not be performed. When programs overlap:

· The program with an earlier start time has priority.

· When the earliest program has finished and the programs which should start still overlap, the recording will start in order of the program number.

· If you programmed as the illustration below, the timer recording would be carried out as follows (shaded part is the carried period): 9:00am-10:00am for PROGRAM 2 10:00am - for PROGRAM 1

1 Select "TIMER PROGRAMMING"

Press the MENU button so that TIMER PROGRAMMING menu appears. NOTE: If you have not yet set the clock, "SETTING CLOCK" appears. If so, follow the steps [2]

to [8] on page 13. Then, set the timer recording.

2 Select your desired program number (1-7)

Program number which is not set up flashes. Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until your desired program number appears. (Example:

1) Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING

3 Select once, daily, or weekly recording For once recording:

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "ONCE", and then press the F.FWD/ button.

For daily recording: To record a TV program at the same time on the same channel Monday through Friday.

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "DAILY", and then press the F.FWD/ button.

For weekly recording: To record a TV program at the same time on the same channel every week. (Example: every Monday on ch 7 at 5:00PM)

Press the PLAY/

or STOP/ button to point to "WEEKLY", and then press the F.FWD/

button.

Make sure...

· When you press the F.FWD/

button during steps [4] to [10], you may forward to next step.

· Press the REW/ button to go back one step from the current step during steps [2] to [10].

4 Set the date when you want to start

First, press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired month appears. (Example: "05" for May)

Then, press the F.FWD/ button. Next, press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired day appears, and then press the

F.FWD/ button. (Example: "06" for 6th)

5 Set the start hour

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired hour appears. (Example: 07) Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

6 Set the start minute

Press the PLAY/ Then, press the F.FWD/

or STOP/ button until the desired minute appears. (Example: 30)

button.

Next, press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "AM" or "PM". (Example: PM) Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

7 Set the end hour

Press the PLAY/ Then, press the F.FWD/

or STOP/ button until the desired hour appears. (Example: 08)

button.

8 Set the end minute

Press the PLAY/ (Example: 30) Then, press the F.FWD/

Next, press the PLAY/ Then, press the F.FWD/

or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired minute appears.

button.

or STOP/ button to point to "AM" or "PM". (Example: PM)

button.

9 Set the channel number

AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING

Press the PLAY/

or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired channel number appears.

(Example: 16) Then, press the F.FWD/

button.

10 Set the tape speed

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired tape speed appears. (Example: SP)

· "AUTO" is available only with Program No. 1. The AUTO mode starts recording in SP mode. The internal circuit compares the rest of the program against the available tape length. If the internal circuit determines that the available tape is not long enough to record the program in the SP mode, the Recording mode is automatically changed to SLP mode. This will assure coverage of the desired timer program before the end of the tape is reached. See "Just-In-Time Recording" on page 32 for the use of "AUTO" setting.

11 Finish setting the program

Press the F.FWD/ button. Program 1 is now completed.

• To set another program, repeat steps [2] to [11].

• Press MENU button on the remote control to return to original mode.

12 Set the timer

Press the POWER button to turn off. The " " indicator appears on the display.

• Please see "HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING" on page 31 for more notes.

TO CORRECT AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM

1) Turn the power on and press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

2) Repeat steps [1] to [3] on page 24.

3) Go to the digit you want to change by using the F.FWD/ button or /REW button.

4) Enter correct numbers using /PLAY or /ST OP button.

5) Press MENU button on the remote control to return to original mode.

6) Press POWER button to return to timer stand-by mode.

TO STOP A STARTED AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM

Press STOP/EJECT button on the VCR. NOTE: STOP button on the remote control will not function in the Automatic Timer Recording

mode.

TO CANCEL OR CHECK THE START/END TIME

1) Turn the power on and press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

2) Press MENU button on the remote control.

3) Select a program number you want to check using /PLAY or /STOP button. The details of selected program appears on the TV screen.

You may cancel the entire program by pressing

/REW button.

4) Press MENU button on the remote control to return to original mode.

SETTING THE GUIDE/USER CHANNELS FOR THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM

First, fill in the boxes below:

1) Write your local channel numbers in "USER CH." column, which you can receive in your area by channel preset.

2) Write local TV stations corresponding USER CH. in "Call letters" column, and write guide channel numbers corresponding call letters in "GUIDE CH." column, using your TV guide magazine or the TV listings of your local newspaper.

Channels Line-Up Chart

Call Letters GUIDE CH. USER CH. (Local TV station) (Guide channel number) (Local channel number) ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________

Now, compare the channel numbers you have written in the GUIDE CH. and USER CH. columns. You must set all of these channel numbers that don't match using the following procedure before you program the automatic timer recording using the VCR Plus+ system.

• This setting only needs to be set once, but must be done again if you use this VCR in another area by moving it.

1 Select "INITIALIZE"

Press MENU button repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2 Select "GUIDE CHANNEL SET"

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "GUIDE CHANNEL SET". Then, press F.FWD/ button.

3 Enter a guide channel number (GUIDE CH.)

Press the number buttons or

/PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly. (Example: 25)

• You can select guide channels 01-99.

4 Enter a user channel number (USER CH.)

Press the number buttons or /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly. (Example: 50)

• You can select following user channels. TV mode: channels 02-69 CATV mode: channels 01-125

• Press /REW button to go back one step from current step.

• When selecting cable channels which are higher than 100/ENT, press 100/ENT button first, then press the last two digits using the number buttons.

5 Memorize a guide channel number and a user channel number you have selected.

Press MEMORY button.

• To set another, repeat steps [3] to [5].

6 Exit the guide channel set up mode.

Press MENU button.

SETTING THE GUIDE/USER CHANNELS FOR THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM

TO CHECK A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS

A list of all the GUIDE CH. numbers and corresponding USER CH. numbers memorized by the VCR is displayed on the TV screen.

1 Select "INITIALIZE"

Press MENU button repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menus appears.

2 Select "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP"

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP". Then, press F.FWD/ button.

• If the channel you wish to check is not on the screen, press F.FWD/ button to change the displayed page until you reach the correct page.

3 To return to TV mode

Press MENU button.

TO CORRECT A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS

1) Press MENU button repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2) Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "GUIDE CHANNEL SET". Then, press F.FWD/ button.

3) Enter the correct guide channel number using the number buttons or /PLAY or /STOP button.

Then, press F.FWD/ button.

4) Enter the correct user channel numbers using the number buttons or /PLAY or /STOP button. Then, press MEMORY button.

5) Press MENU button to return to original mode.

TO CANCEL A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS 1 Select "INITIALIZE"

Press MENU button repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu appears.

2 Select "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP"

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP". Then, press F.FWD/ button.

3 Select the channel you want to cancel.

Press /REW button. A pair of numbers flash. Then, press /PLAY or /STOP button until the pair of numbers you want to cancel flash.

• If the channel you wish to cancel is not on the screen, press F.FWD/ button to change the displayed page until you reach the correct page.

4 Delete it from memory

Press

/REW button.

• If you want to cancel another channel, repeat steps [3] to [4].

5 To return to TV mode

Press MENU button.

TIMER RECORDING USING THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM

You can program the timer using the PlusCode numbers that are printed in most newspaper TV listings and TV guide magazine. You can set seven programs including normal timer recording to record within one month. You need to coordinate guide channel numbers and user channel numbers before you program the automatic timer recording using the VCR Plus+ system. (Refer to "SETT ING THE GUIDE/USER CHANNELS FOR THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM" on page 27.)

Make sure...

• You must use the remote control for this procedure.

• VCR power must be turned on to program it.

• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH3 or 4)

• Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

• Clock must be set to the correct time and date before setting the timer.

• Insert a cassette tape with its erase prevention tab in place. (If necessary, rewind or fast forward the tape to the point at which you want to begin recording.)

1 Select the VCR Plus+ set up mode.

Press VCR PLUS+ button. NOTE: If you have not yet set the clock, "SETTING CLOCK" appears. If so, follow the steps

[2] to [8] on page 13. Then, set the timer.

2 Set the PlusCode number

Press the number buttons to set the PlusCode numbers of the program you want to record. Then, press VCR PLUS+ button.

NOTES:

• Press /REW button to go back one digit from current digit while you set the code.

• If the code is not available, it will be cleared automatically when you press VCR PLUS+ button. Enter correct code and press VCR PLUS+ button again.

• If the code flashes when you press VCR PLUS+ button, this means that the number you entered was incorrect or the timer recording you just programmed and another timer recording overlapped.

3 Select once, daily or weekly recording

The timer recording program using the VCR Plus+ system is memorized to the lowest program number which is empty.

For once recording:

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "ONCE." Then, press F.FWD/ button.

For daily recording: To record a TV program at the same time on the same channel from Monday through Friday,

Press

/PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "DAILY". Then, press F.FWD/

button.

For weekly recording: To record a TV program at the same time on the same channel every week. (Example: every Monday on channel 7 at 5:00 pm)

HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING

Press

/PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly to point to "WEEKLY". Then, press F.FWD/

button.

4 Set the tape speed

Press /PLAY or /STOP button repeatedly until your desired tape speed appears.(Example: SP)

• "AUTO" is available only with Program No. 1. The AUTO mode starts recording in SP mode. The internal circuit compares the rest of the program against the available tape length. If the internal circuit determines that the available tape is not long enough to record the program in the SP mode, the Recording mode is automatically changed to SLP mode. This will assure coverage of the desired timer program before the end of the tape is reached. See "Just-InTime Recording" on page 32 for the use of "AUTO" setting.

5 Check that the program information is correct

• There are cases in which the program information does not match your area. If the incorrect information appears, select the number you want to change using the

/REW button. Then,

enter the correct numbers using the /PLAY or /STOP button.

6 Exit the VCR PLUS+ set up mode

Press MENU button.

To set another program, repeat steps [1] to [6]. 7 Set the timer

Press POWER button. The " " indicator appears on the display.

• Please see "HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING" on page 31 for more notes.

HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING

· 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 "

" indicator will flash.

· If a tape is not inserted or the erase-protection tab is removed, the " " indicator flashes and timer recording cannot occur. Inset a tape that allows recording.

· The TV that is connected to your VCR may be turned ON or OFF when the VCR is in the timer-record mode.

• When you record a cable channel program with cable converter box, first set the VCR's channel to 3 or 4 whichever is the output channel of your cable converter box. Then set you cable converter box to the channel you want to record and leave on while you are recording with power on.

AUTO RETURN

USING THE AUTO RETURN BUTTON

When all the timer recordings are completed (the " " indicator flashes), press AUTO

JUST-IN TIME RECORDING

RETURN button on the V CR first. The VCR will rewind to the beginning of the recorded program(s).

NOTE: If there are any remaining timer programs, press POWER button to turn on, then press AUTO RETURN button. But in this case, if you press any other button once and press AUTO RETURN button, the Auto Return will not be done.

USING THE MENU

If you select auto return to [AUTO] from the menu, when all the timer recordings are completed, the VCR will rewind to the beginning of the recorded program(s) without pressing

AUTO RETURN button. Make sure... If there are any remaining programs including Daily & Weekly, this function

will not be done. 1 Press MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the VCR SET UP menu

appears.

2 Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to AUT O RE TURN". 3 Press the F.FWD/ button so that [AUTO] will appear next to "AUTO RETURN".

4 Press MENU button on the remote control to return to original mode. NOTE: To exit the auto return programming, repeat steps [1] to [2]. Then, press the F.FWD/

button. [AUTO] will then disappear from the menu. Press the RESET/EXIT button to return to TV mode.

WATCH THE RECORDED PROGRAM

Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR. Then, press the PLAY button.

JUST-IN TIME RECORDING

This function allows you to fully utilize the available tape length for timer recording. The VCR calculates the remaining tape amount and then adjusts the tape speed from SP to SLP as needed.

If it is suspected that the end of the tape will be reached before the reserved program ends (as long as SP mode is kept all the way), set recording mode to AUTO. This function is available only with Program No. 1 and (Timer Recording).

The AUTO mode starts recording in SP mode. The internal circuit compares the rest of the program against the available tape length. If the internal circuit determines that the available tape is not long enough to record the program in the SP mode, the Recording mode is automatically changed to SLP mode. This will assure coverage of the desired timer program before the end of the tape is reached.

SETTING THE REMAIN ING TIME

NOTES:

• Set the tape remainder switch ("T60", "T130" or "T140") to the tape loaded. See "Setting the Remaining Time" on next page.

• Even when SLP mode is selected, just-in time recording cannot compensate for a tape length which may be too short.

• A momentary picture break up will occur at the point on the tape when the recording speed changes from SP to SLP.

• The displayed remaining tape running time may not always match the actual remaining time on the tape (usually longer than the actual time). It is recommended to set the end of the reserved recording time several minutes after the end of the TV program.

• T-180 and longer-play cassette tapes or different types of cassette tapes may fail to make complete recording.

SETTING THE REMAINING TIME

You can set the remaining tape running time of your tape. Follow the steps below to correct the tape remaining indication.

Make sure...

• You must use the remote control for the following procedure.

• VCR power must be turned on.

• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to the same video output channel as located on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)

• Press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

• A video cassette must be inserted in the VCR for this function to work.

1 Select "VCR SET UP"

Press MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the VCR SET UP menu appears.

2 Select "T60", "T130" or "T140"

Confirm "TAPE SELECT" is pointed. Then, press F.FWD/ button so that your desired time appears.

Selec tion

Your casse tte tape lengt h

SETTING THE REMAIN ING TIME

T60 60

minut es or less

T130 61 -

130 minut es

T140 140

minut es or greate r

For example, the popular T-120 cassette tape calls for the "T130"selection.

3 Exit the preset mode

Press MENU button on the remote control to return to TV mode.

4 To check the remain time

Press DISPLAY button on the remote control until REMAIN appears on the TV screen.

NOTE:

• The Remain Time Mode calculation will start when the cassette tape is inserted and PLAY button is pressed. While calculating, the TV screen shows as illustrated.

REMAINING TAPE RUNNING TIME DISPLAY

• Since the reel diameter and tape thickness are not common to all cassettes, the time count differs from cassette to cassette. Use the time display as an informative number only.

• During recording, the remaining tape running time is estimated based on the current recording mode (SP, LP, SLP).

• During playback the remaining tape running time is calculated based on the current playback mode.

• Remain time will not appear on TV screen while in the Fast forward or Rewind mode.

• There will be a delay of up to 1 minute before the remain time appears on the TV display.

NOTE:

The use of the following tapes will result in difference between the displayed remaining time and actual time to the end of the tape.:

• Tape housed in a VHS-C cassette adapter.

• Shorter tape length such as a 10-minute cassette

• T-180 cassette. In this case the display may read 2 Hours, 40 minutes at the start point of the tape in Sp mode.

• An exact remaining tape running time might not be displayed with T-180 and longer-play cassette tapes or different types of cassette tapes.

COPYING A VIDEO TAPE

Connect the editing (recording) VCR, source (playing) VCR and your TV using the following diagram. EXAMPLE: The editing (recording) VCR is this unit. The source (playing) VCR is another VCR.

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 the TAPE SPEED button on the remote control on the editing (recording) VCR to select the desired recording speed (SP/LP/SLP) on the editing (recording) VCR.

4) Select the AUX position on the editing (recording) VCR. See page 11, under "Input Select".

5) Press the REC button on the editing (recording) VCR.

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

NOTES:

· 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 playback VCR.

TO MONITOR THE RECORDING

1) Turn on the TV and set it to the same output channel as the editing (recording) VCR channel 3 or 4.

2) Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

ON SCREEN DISPLAY

NOTE: Both "PWR" and VCR" indicator must be on the VCR display for this function to work.

• To check the Remain, Count, Clock and Channel number, press the DISPLAY button on

the remote control. Each time you press the DISPLAY button on the remote control, TV screen will change as the illustration:

DIGITAL DISPLAY

1. PWR. (power) indicator- Lights up when the power is turned on.

2. indicator- Lights up when a timer recording or an IRT recording has been set. Flashes if a tape is not inserted in the VCR even if you set a timer.

3. Cassette indicator- Lights up when there is a tape in the VCR.

4. VCR indicator- Indicates that the VCR is in the VCR position.

5. REC indicator- Lights up when the VCR is in the Recording mode. Flashes when a recording has been paused.

6. Clock/Feature/Channel indicator- Indicates the current time (when the clock is set), and briefly displays which feature th e VCR is currently performing as the illustration.

SPECIAL FEATURES

REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER

• This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in hours, minutes, and seconds. (not in the case of blank portion)

• The "-" indication will appear when the tape is rewound further than the tape counter position "0:00:00".

AUTO REWIND

When the end of a tape is reached during recording, playback, or fast-forward, the tape will

CONTROLLING YOUR TV WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE

automatically rewind to the beginning. After that, the VCR will eject the tape and turn itself to off.

NOTES:

• The tape will not auto-rewind during timer recording or Instant Recording Timer.

• When the Counter Memory is activated, the tape will rewind to the MO:00:00 and the VCR will be in the Stop mode.

CONTROLLING YOUR TV WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE

This Hitachi remote control can be used with your TV as well as the VCR, as long as your TV comes with a remote control. This feature comes in handy - you don't have to juggle two remotes. The remote control is compatible with the fifteen makers of TVs listed below--but don't be alarmed if yours is not on our list. You may still be able to program the remote for your TV. Every TV that comes with a remote control is set up to detect certain infrared signals. You need to program the VCR's remote control to send signals that your TV will recognize and respond to. Here's what to do:

Compatibility

· The remote control is designed to be operated with many televisions and cable converters, but will not work with every one made. If your TV or cable box does not respond the way it should when you program if as explained follows, this remote may be incapable of operating it.

· Once you have programmed the remote, you won't have to do it again until you change the batteries.

REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV 1 Turn on the TV

Turn on the TV (any channel is okay).

2 Program the remote control

Aim the VCR's remote control at your TV set. Hold down the TV button (not the VCR/TV button) while you press the number corresponding to your brand of television as shown in the chart. For example; If you have an RCA television, press the TV and 0 at the same time. If this button combination sends a signal that matches with your TV, the channel will change on the TV, and you'll know the remote is set to control the television.

NOTES:

· If that button combination does not change the TV channel, go through the whole list of button combinations one by one until you find one that does change your TV channel.

· Also, if your brand of TV is not listed in the chart, try all the number buttons. One of them may work for you.

· If the TV channel still doesn't change after going through all the button combinations listed, it is likely that you will not be able to program this remote control for your TV.

REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER

CONTROLLING THE TV

Once programmed, the VCR's remote control is ready to control the TV. NOTE: Be aware that not all of your TV's functions may work even though the remote control

is correctly programmed.

1 Select the TV function mode

First press the TV button to change to the TV function mode, then press the button of the TV function that you want.

For example;

Press the TV button and the CH ( ), and the TV station will change to the next higher station.

2 Return to the VCR function mode

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

REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER

If you have a cable converter, you will probably want to program your VCR's remote control so you can easily change channels. The process is the same as for programming the remote to operate your TV. For additional details, see the previous.

PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER

1 Program the remote control Hold down the CATV button and press the number of your brand of cable box (shown in the chart).

NOTE: If that button combination does not work, or if your brand is not on the chart, just go through all the button combinations until you find the one that works best.

TO OPERATE THE CABLE BOX ONCE THE REMOTE IS PROGRAMMED FOR IT 1

Press the CATV button and then the button of the function you want.

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 SYMPTOM in the left column below. Check the corresponding POSSIBLE CAUSE and CORRECTIVE ACTION columns to remedy the problem.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION No power • Power cord is not

connected.

• The VCR power is

turned off. Timer recordin g is not possible.

• The timer reco rding

is set incorrectly.

• The VCR power is

turned on.

• VCR clock is not set

correctly. Recording mode cannot be engaged. No picture or poor picture on playback.

• The erase

prevention tab on

cassette is missing.

• The TV and/or VCR

is in the TV mode.

• The TV fine tuning

is not set correctly. Noise in picture on playback.

• Video heads are

dirty.

• Connect power cord to C outlet.

• Press POWER button to turn on the VCR.

• Set the timer recording

correctly.

• Press Power button to turn off the VCR.

• Set VCR clock correctly.

• Place a plastic tape over the hole.

• Set your TV to the VCR mode and/or press VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display.

• Fine tune your TV.

• Head cleaning is necessary,consult the nearest Hitachi

uthorized Service

Center. Playback picture is partially noisy.

• The tracking control is not set correctly.

• Adjust tracking control

for a better picture using

CHANNEL

button. See page 18. On-the-air TV programs cannot be seen.

• Connections are not correctly made.

• The TV and/or VCR is in the VCR mode.

• Re-check the ANT. IN

and ANT. OUT

connections. See page

10.

• Set your TV to the TV

mode and/or press

VCR/TV button on the

remote control so that

the "VCR" indicator

disappears from the

display. No operation by • Weak batteries • Check the batteries in

MAINTENANCE

infrared Remote Control.

• The TV or CATV button on the remote control is pressed.

the remote control.

• Press VCR button on

the remote control, then

try again.

MAINTENA NCE

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 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.

HEAD CLEANING

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 heads of 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.

NOTES:

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

· Clean heads only when problems occur.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Format: VHS Video Signal System: NTSC color EIA standard Record/Playback System: Video: 4 heads Tape Speed: 33.35mm/sec (SP), 16.67mm/sec (LP), 11. 12mm/sec (SLP) RF Input: UHF/VHF 75 ohm Tuner: 181 channel tuning ability *(125 cable channels) Type: Auto programming frequency synthesis Power Input: AC120V 60Hz Power Consumption: 17 W nominal

CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS

Cabinet Size: 14-1/4" (W) x 3-5/8" (H) x 10" (D)

36.0cm (W) x 9.2cm (H) x 23cm (D) Weight: 5.95 lbs. (2.7 kg) (approx.) Storage Temperature: -4ºF to 131ºF Operating Temperature: 41ºF to 104ºF Accessories: 1 coaxial cable (Part No.

5857952), 1 remote control unit (Part No. HL10793), 2 AA batteries

*Check your cable company's compatibility requirements.

• Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS

If you subscribe to cable TV, the channels are displayed as 1- 125. Cable companies often designate channels with letters or letter-number combinations. Please check with your local cable company. The following is a chart of common cable channel designations.

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