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VT-MX4430A
HITACHI
Video Deck
VT-MX4430A
Owner's Manual
Your Complete Guide
to Videocassette Viewing
and Recording
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Using these quality features:
Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System
Bilingual on-screen menu display selectable in English or Spanish
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
Two different recording tape speeds : SP/SLP
IRT (Instant Recording Timer)
1 Year, 7 events (including Daily and Weekly Timer Recording)
Timer Program Extension
Auto Return
Time Search
Quick-Find
Index Search
Slow Motion
The VCR Plus+ system
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
(AMERICA), INC.
1855 Dornoch Court, 6740 Campobello Road,
San Diego, Ca 92173 Mississauga, Ontario
L5N 2L8
Tel. 1-800-HITACHI Tel. 1-800-HITACHI
(1-800-448-2244) (1-800-448-2244)
QR31355 ©Hitachi, Ltd. 1999 Printed in China
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TABLE OF CONTENTS............................................................................................................................2
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.............................................................................................................4
PRECAUTIONS .........................................................................................................................................8
LOCATION ............................................................................................................................................8
POWER SUPPLY.................................................................................................................................8
AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE ...................................................8
WARNING..............................................................................................................................................8
FEATURES...............................................................................................................................................10
VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION..........................................................................................12
PRECAUTIONS..................................................................................................................................12
TWO DIFFERENT TAPE SPEEDS.................................................................................................12
INSERTING A CASSETTE...............................................................................................................12
REMOVING A CASSETTE...............................................................................................................12
ERASE PREVENTION......................................................................................................................13
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS.....................................................................................14
PREPARATION FOR USE......................................................................................................................17
ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS ...............................................................................................17
RECORDING HINT............................................................................................................................ 19
RECORDING HINTS .........................................................................................................................19
RECORDING HINTS .........................................................................................................................20
SETTING THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH .................................................................................................21
A/V TERMINALS ................................................................................................................................21
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES.......................................................................................................22
SET UP FOR USE....................................................................................................................................23
CHANNEL SET UP (Automatic).......................................................................................................23
TO SELECT A DESIRED CHANNEL..............................................................................................24
CLOCK SET UP .................................................................................................................................25
TO CHANGE CLOCK SETTING.....................................................................................................27
TO DELETE OR ADD CHANNELS .................................................................................................28
CHANNEL SET UP AGAIN............................................................................................................... 30
SELECTING THE LANGUAGE........................................................................................................30
NORMAL PLAYBACK .......................................................................................................................31
PICTURE SEARCH ...........................................................................................................................31
STILL PICTURE .................................................................................................................................32
VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL ..........................................................................................................32
TRACKING ADJUSTMENT ..............................................................................................................32
SLOW MOTION..................................................................................................................................32
COUNTER MEMORY ........................................................................................................................32
TO EXIT THE COUNTER MEMORY ..............................................................................................33
SPECIAL PLAYBACK............................................................................................................................34
AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK ............................................................................................................34
TO EXIT THE AUTO REPEAT MODE............................................................................................34
RENTAL PLAYBACK.........................................................................................................................35
TO EXIT THE RENTAL PLAY MODE.............................................................................................35
INDEX SEARCH.................................................................................................................................35
QUICK-FIND........................................................................................................................................37
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TO SKIP TO THE BEGINNING OF NEXT PROGRAM................................................................37
TO VIEW AT NORMAL SPEED.......................................................................................................37
TIME SEARCH....................................................................................................................................38
RECORDING............................................................................................................................................40
VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM ...............................................................40
SKIPPING UNWANTED SCENES DURING RECORDING........................................................41
RECORDING ONE PROGRAM AND VIEWING ANOTHER ......................................................41
TO MONITOR THE PROGRESS OF YOUR RECORDING........................................................41
IRT (Instant Recording Timer) ..........................................................................................................42
TIMER RECORDING..............................................................................................................................44
AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING ................................................................................................ 44
HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING ..................................................................................................49
TIMER PROGRAM EXTENSION ....................................................................................................49
TO CORRECT AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM..................................................................49
TO STOP A STARTED AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM...................................................50
TO CANCEL OR CHECK THE START/END TIME ......................................................................50
AUTO RETURN ..................................................................................................................................50
WATCH THE RECORDED PROGRAM .........................................................................................51
SETTING THE GUIDE/USER CHANNELS FOR THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM........................51
TO CHECK A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS ............................................................................53
TO CORRECT A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS ......................................................................54
TO CANCEL A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS..........................................................................54
TIMER RECORDING USING THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM.........................................................55
COPYING A VIDEO TAPE..................................................................................................................... 59
TO MONITOR THE RECORDING................................................................................................... 59
ON SCREEN DISPLAY...........................................................................................................................61
DIGITAL DISPLAY.................................................................................................................................62
SPECIAL FEATURES .............................................................................................................................63
REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER .........................................................................................................63
AUTO REWIND ..................................................................................................................................63
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE...............................................................................................................64
MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................................................65
SERVICING......................................................................................................................................... 65
CABINET CLEANING ........................................................................................................................65
HEAD CLEANING ..............................................................................................................................65
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ...........................................................................................................66
CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS ...................................................................................................67
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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.
The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.
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.
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
by the manufacturer, or sold with the video product. Any mounting of the appliance should
follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by
the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to
overturn.
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PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)
9.Ventilation- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure
reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings
must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This video product should not be placed in
a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to .
10.Power Sources-This video product should be operated only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home,
consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from
battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
11. Grounding or Polarization- This video product is equipped with a polarized alternating
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power
outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the
outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace
your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
12. Power Cord Protection- Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding-If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
video product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of
the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit,
size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. (Fig. A)
Antenna ground diagram.
14. Lightning-For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is
left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines-An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this video product through
any openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
18. Servicing-Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
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service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for
service.
20. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video product is in proper
operating condition.
22. Heat-This video product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
14. Lightning-For added protection for this video product during a lightning storm, or when it is
left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and
disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
15. Power Lines-An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead
power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or
circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep
from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
16. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.
17. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this video product through
any openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result
in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product.
18. Servicing-Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified
service personnel.
19. Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
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d. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust
only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of
other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.
e. If the video product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for
service.
20. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as
the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
21. Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the
service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video product is in proper
operating condition.
22. Heat-This video product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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PRECAUTIONS
LOCATION
For safe operation and satisfactory 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.
• Avoid moving VCR to locations where temperature differences are extreme.
• Do not place the VCR directly on top of the TV.
POWER SUPPLY
• AC 120V, 60Hz ONLY
AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it from AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
• If, by accident, water is spilled on your VCR, unplug the power cord immediately and take the
unit to an Authorized Service Center for servicing.
• Do not put your fingers or objects into the VCR cassette holder.
• Do not place anything directly on top of the VCR.
WARNING
• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
• Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it from AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug.
• If, by accident, water is spilled on your VCR, unplug the power cord immediately and take the
unit to an Authorized Service Center for servicing.
• Do not put your fingers or objects into the VCR cassette holder.
• Do not place anything directly on top of the VCR.Moisture condensation may occur inside the
unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, or after heating a cold room or under
conditions of high humidity. Do not use the VCR at least for 2 hours until its inside is dry.
FCC WARNING- This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes
or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the
modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose
the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is
made.
IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION
Unauthorized recording or use of broadcast television programming, video tape, film or other
copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. We assume no responsibility for
the unauthorized duplication, use or other acts which infringe upon the rights of copyright
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owners.
WARNING: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert plug.
The serial number of this product may be found on the back of the VCR. No others have the
same serial number as yours. You should record the number and other vital information here
and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in case of
theft. Serial numbers are not kept on file.
Date of Purchase
Dealer Purchase from
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No.
Model No.
Serial No.
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FEATURES
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. (Does not work in blank areas of the tape)
• 181 channel capability PLL frequency synthesizer tuner with direct station call- (A
converter may be necessary to view scrambled cable channels.)
• Auto power on and off system- Automatically turns the VCR on as you insert the cassette,
turns off after auto-rewind, and ejects when the beginning of the tape is reached.
• Auto counter reset- (Automatically resets tape counter "0:00:00" when a tape is inserted)
• Auto rewind when the end of a tape is reached- (Does not occur when using the timer
recording).
• Direct Button Operation- When a tape is in the VCR and the power is off, just press 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 . (Super high speed is available in LP and
SLP mode only)
• Still- "Freeze" the picture at any time, for close viewing of a particular scene. Only tapes
recorded in SLP mode will show a fairly clear picture.
• 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, especially rental tapes.
• Three different tape speeds: SP/LP/SLP
• Two different recording tape speeds : SP/SLP
• IRT (Instant Recording Timer)- Instant timed recording from 30 to 480 minutes 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 up to 1 year in advance. The daily timer
allows recordings to be made of daily broadcasts, from Monday through Friday, and the weekly
timer allows recording to be made once a week up to the end of the tape.
• Timer Program Extension- Allows you to shift the time schedule of a One Time Program for
timer recording.
• Auto Return- After timer recording is finished, the VCR can return to the beginning of the
recording automatically..
• Time Search- Lets you set the VCR to advance the tape by entering the desired playback
time you want to skip.
• Quick-Find- Lets you search and confirm the contents of the recorded program(s) using the
index mark.
• Index Search-Lets you Index the start of a recording.
• 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.
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A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING
This product's packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any
materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your
local regulations
concerning chemical wastes.
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VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION
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. 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.
TWO DIFFERENT TAPE SPEEDS
Before recording, select the tape speed from: SP mode (Standard 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.
Tape Speed Recording/Playback Time
Type of tape TT16060 T120 T160
SP mode 1 hour
SLP mode 3 hours 6 hours
2 hours
2-2/3 hours
8 hours
Note: You can play a tape recorded in LP mode (Long Play).
INSERTING A CASSETTE
Insert the cassette in the direction as shown. Push in gently, but continuously, on the
center-back 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 EJECT button on the remote control or press the
STOP/EJECT button on the VCR. The cassette will be ejected.
2) Pull the cassette out of the cassette compartment.
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3) Store the cassette in the case as shown.
ERASE PREVENTION
• You can prevent accidental erasing of 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.
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OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS
NOTE:
• We do not recommend the use f universal remote controls. Not all of the functions may be
controlled with a universal remote control.
If you decide to use a universal remote control with this unit, please be aware that the code
number given may not operate this unit. In this case, please call the manufacturer of the
universal remote control.
-VCR FRONT PANEL
-REMOTE CONTROL
1. Cassette Compartment
2. 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)
3. STOP button- Press to stop the tape motion.
EJECT button- Press to remove a tape from the VCR.
button- Press to enter digits when setting program (for example: setting clock or timer
program). Press to select setting modes from on screen menu. (only on the remote control)
4. PLAY button- Press to begin playback.
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button- Press to enter digits when setting program (for example: setting clock or timer
program). Press to select setting modes from 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 a next step you want to input. Press to determine
setting modes from on screen menu. Press to add or delete channel numbers during channel
preset. (only on the remote control)
6. Power button- Press to turn VCR on and off. Press to activate timer recording.
7. Remote sensor window- Receives the infrared signals from the remote control.
8. Digital display-See page 32.
9. 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 Sill mode when the picture begins to vibrate vertically.
10. REC button- Press for manual recording.
IRT button- Press to activates Instant Recording Timer. (only on the VCR)
11. 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. (only on the remote control)
+100 button- When selecting cable channels which are higher than 99, press this button first,
then press the last two digits. (To select channel 125, first press "+100" button then press "2"
and "5"). (only on the remote control)
12. 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)
13. 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)
14. TAPE SPEED button- Press to choose the desired recording speed : SP/SLP. (only on the
remote control)
15. QUICK-FIND button- Quick Find mode. For more information, please read page 21. (only
on the remote control)
16.TIME SEARCH button- Time Search mode. For more information, please read page 21.
(only on the remote control)
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17.INDEX SEARCH button- Index Search mode. For more information, please read page 21.
(only on the remote control)
18. PAUSE button- Press to temporarily stop the tape during recording or to view a still
picture during playback. (only on the remote control)
Frame Advance function- Press to advance the picture by one frame at a time during the still
mode. (only on the remote control)
19. SLOW button- Press to start slow motion playback. The slow speed can be controlled by
pressing the F.FWD button (faster) or the REW button (slower). (only on the remote control)
20. COUNTER MEMORY button- Press to set counter memory on and off. (only on the
remote control)
21. COUNTER RESET button- Press to reset counter to 0:00:00. (only on the remote control)
EXIT button- Press to exit the menus on the TV screen. (only on the remote control)
22.VCR/TV button- Press to select TV or VCR mode. (only on the remote control)
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.
23. VCR Plus+ button- Press to program the automatic timer recording using the VCR Plus+
system. (only on the remote control)
24. Power cord- Connect to a standard AC outlet (120V/60Hz)
25. AUDIO OUT jack- Connect to the audio input jack of your audio equipment or another
VCR
26. AUDIO IN jack- Connect to the audio output jack of your audio equipment or another VCR.
27. ANT. IN terminal- Connect to an antenna, Cable system or Satellite system.
28. VIDEO OUT jack- Connect to the video input jack of your video camera or another VCR.
29. VIDEO IN jack- Connect to the video output jack of your video camera or another VCR.
30. CH3/CH4 selector switch- Use to select a video output channel (3 or 4) for VCR
playback.
31. ANT. OUT terminal- Connects to the antenna input terminal on your TV.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
PREPARATION FOR USE
ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS
For some of the most common types of connections, please follow the drawings below. 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.
3 Connect one end of the coaxial cable
(supplied) to the ANT.OUT (Bottom jack) of
your VCR.
Fig.1: Indoor Antenna
2 Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT. IN
(Top jack) of your VCR.
4 Connect the other end of the coaxial cable
(supplied) to the UHF/VHF antenna jack of
your TV.
You can record one channel while viewing another. The same goes for Automatic Timer
Recording and IRT. For details, please refer to "Recording" on page 22.
Note: The connection of an indoor antenna with a VCR may not always give acceptable TV
reception.
Fig. 2: VHF/UHF Combination Antenna or Cable fro the Cable Company
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You can record one channel while viewing another. The same goes for Automatic Timer
Recording and IRT. For details, please refer to "Recording" on page 22.
Continued on the next page.
Fig. 3: VHF/UHF Separate Antenna
You can record one channel while viewing another. The same goes for Automatic Timer
Recording and IRT. For details, please refer to "Recording" on page 22.
Fig. 4: Cable Box and Satellite Box
You can ONLY record and view the SAME channel when using this connection. There are no
exceptions. The same goes for Automatic Timer Recording and IRT.
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Note: Channel memory programming is NOT needed when using this connection.
RECORDING HINT
1 ) Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
2) Turn on the TV and Box.
3) Set the channel to be recorded on the Cable Box.
4) Set the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4.
5) Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel set on the TV and
VCR.
6) Press the REC button. For AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING, the VCR must stay on
channel 3 or 4 at step [9] on page 25.
Continued on the next page.
Some customers with cable boxes may record one channel and view another, with either one
of the connections below.
Satellite systems: Neither one of these connection will work. For satellite owner wishing to
record one channel and view another, please contact the manufacture of the satellite system.
Fig. 5:
You can record a scrambled channel while viewing another.
RECORDING HINTS
1 ) Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
2) Turn on the TV and Box.
3) Set the channel to be recorded on the Cable Box.
4) Set the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4.
5) Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel set on the TV and
VCR.
6) Press the REC button. For AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING, the VCR must stay on
channel 3 or 4 at step [9] on page 25.
7) Set the A-B switch to the other side. For AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING, set the A-B
switch to the other side after step [12] on page 25.
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8) Select the channel to be viewed on the TV.
Note: If you wish to see the VCR menu, view what you are recording or playing a tape with this
connection, make sure the A-B switch is on the correct side.
Fig. 6:
This connection is good only if none of your channels are scrambled. You can record one
channel while viewing another. Scrambled channels can not be recorded with this connection.
RECORDING HINTS
1 ) Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
2) Turn on the TV and Box.
3) Set the channel to be recorded on the Cable Box.
4) Set the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4.
5) Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel set on the TV and
VCR.
6) To view ONE channel while recording ANOTHER, the "VCR" indicator must bo off.
For AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING, the "VCR" indicator must be off after step [11] on
page 25.
7) Set the channel to be viewed on the Cable Box.
8) Select the channel to be viewed on the TV.
Note: If you wish to see the VCR menu, view what you are recording or playing a tape with this
connection, the "VCR" indicator must be on and the Cable Box channel must match the
channel selected on the back of the VCR. (CH 3 or 4)
Note to CATV system installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the
NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical.
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SETTING THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH
If your TV does not have A/V terminals:
When the VCR is in the Playback mode or when the VCR is in the VCR position, your TV will
receive signals from the VCR on either channel 3 or 4.
To use the VCR with your TV, set the selector switch to CH3 or CH4 (which is located in the
back of your VCR), whichever is not used for normal broadcasts in your area. Then set your
TV to the same channel.
A/V TERMINALS
CONNECTING TO INPUT JACKS
When you copy a video tape, or watch a program recorded on an another source, use the
audio/video input jacks.
USING THE REAR JACK:
Fig. 7:
USING THE FRONT JACK:
You can use the audio and video input jacks on the front panel of the VCR instead of using the
jacks on the back.
INPUT SELECT OF FRONT OR REAR
To use the audio/video input jacks, select the "L1" or "L2" position.
1) Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
2) Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
3) Connect the audio/video cables to the audio/video input jacks on the back of the VCR. Now
connect the other end of the cables to the audio/video output jacks on the source.
4)
• If you use the audio and video input jacks on the back of the unit, press 0, 0, 1 on the
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remote control to select the "L1" position.
• If you use the audio and video input jacks on the front of the unit, press 0, 0, 2 on the
remote control to select the "L2" position.
You may also select the "L1" or "L2" setting by pressing the CHANNEL(CH) or button.
Note: "L1" or "L2" is found before the lowest memorized channel. (Example: CH2)
CONNECTING TO OUTPUT JACKS
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.
Fig. 8:
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.
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You can program the tuner to scan only the channels you receive in your area. You must use
the remote control for this procedure.
NOTES:
• Channel memory programming is NOT needed when connected to a cable box or
satellite box as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12 In this case with your remote,
select the VCR to channel 3 or 4 the same channel as located on the back of VCR (CH3
or CH4). Then the channel you wish to record or view may be selected on the cable box
or satellite box.
• Follow me steps below only when you ping the VCR power cord into a standard AC outlet for
the first time. If you unplug the VCR and move it to another area, follow "CHANNEL SET UP
AGAIN" on page 16.
• 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 turn off the VCR.
Then, press the POWER button again to turn it back on. To program the tuner again, see
"CHANNEL SET UP AGAIN" on page 16.
CHANNEL SET UP (Automatic)
Plug in the VCR power cord
Plug the VCR power cord into a standard AC outlet. The "- - : - -" indicator flashes on the
display.
Remember: If your cable box or satellite box is connected as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on
page 12, you DO NOT have to set up the channels. Just select the TV and VCR to channel 3
or 4 and also have the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel you
selected (CH 3 or CH 4). Now select the Box to the channel you wish to view or record.
2 Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV
Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of
the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
3 Turn on the VCR
Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR. Both the "PWR." indicator and the "VCR"
indicator on the VCR come on.
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• Use the remote control for this procedure.
4 Select 'ENGLISH" or "ESPANOL"
Select "ENGLISH" or "ESPANOL"=Spanish by using the PLAY/ or STOP/ button. Then,
press the MENU or F.FWD/ button.
NOTE: This function effects only the language on the screen menu and not the audio source.
LANGUAGE SELECT
ENGLISH [ON]
ESPANOL
5 Begin Channel preset
Press the F.FWD/ button once. The tuner scans and memorizes all active channels in your
area.
• The VCR distinguishes between standard TV channels and cable channels.
CH 01
TUNER SET UP
6 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.
CH 01
TO SELECT A DESIRED CHANNEL
You can select the desired channel by using the CHANNEL(CH)
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 99, press the + 100 button first, then
press the last two digits. (Example: to select channel 125, first press the +100 button then
press "2" and "5").
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• You must precede single-digit channel numbers with a zero (For example: 02, 03, 04 and so
on).
CLOCK SET UP
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, 1999
SETTING TIME 5:40PM
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
• When in the Menu mode the following buttons only
work (PLAY/ , F.FWD/ , REW/
STOP/ , RESET/EXIT, POWER and MENU).
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
• Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of
the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
1 Select "SETTING CLOCK"
Press the MENU button. The SETTING CLOCK menu appears.
SETTING CLOCK
MONTH DAY YEAR
--/-- ----
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
-- : -- --
• The number buttons on the remote control do not work in this Menu mode.
• When you press the F.FWD/ button during steps [2] to [6], you may move forward to the
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.
SETTING THE CLOCK
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MONTH DAY YEAR
03/ -- ----
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
-- : -- --
3 Select the day
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired day appears. (Example: 1st 01)
Then, press the F.FWD/ button.
SETTING THE CLOCK
MONTH DAY YEAR
03/01 ----
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
-- : -- --
4 Select the year
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired year appears.
(Example: 1999)
Then, press the F.FWD/ button.
SETTING THE CLOCK
MONTH DAY YEAR
03/01 1999
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
-- : -- --
5 Select the hour
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired hour appears.
(Example: 05)
Then, press the F.FWD/ button.
SETTING THE CLOCK
MONTH DAY YEAR
03/01 MON1999
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HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
05-- : -- --
6 Select the minute
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button repeatedly until your desired minute appears.
(Example: 40)
Then, press the F.FWD/ button.
SETTING THE CLOCK
MONTH DAY YEAR
03/01 MON1999
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
05 : 40 --
7 Select "AM" or "PM"
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "AM" or "PM"
(Example: PM)
SETTING THE CLOCK
MONTH DAY YEAR
03/01 MON1999
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM
05 : 40 PM AM
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.
• 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/
F.FWD/
button.
or STOP/ button to point to "SETTING CLOCK". Then, press the
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3) Follow steps [2] to [8].
INITIALIZE
CHANNEL SET UP
SETTING CLOCK
LANGUAGE SELECT
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
TO DELETE OR ADD 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.)
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
· Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
1 Select "INITIALIZE"
Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu
appears.
INITIALIZE
CHANNEL SET UP
SETTING CLOCK
LANGUAGE SELECT
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
2 Select "CHANNEL SET UP"
Confirm "CHANNEL SET UP" is pointed.
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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.
CHANNEL SET UP
AUTO TUNING
ADD/DELETE CH
4 Enter the desired channel number
Press the number buttons or the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until your desired channel
number appears. (Example: CH02)
ADD/DELETE CH
02 (TV)
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 F.FWD/ or REW/ button again, the channel is memorized again.
ADD/DELETE CH
02 (TV)
- DELETED -
ADD/DELETE CH
02 (TV)
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- MEMORIZED 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 SET UP AGAIN
Remember: If your cable box or satellite box is connected as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on
page 12, you DO NOT have to set up the channels. Just select the TV and VCR to channel 3
or 4 and also have theCH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel you
selected (CH 3 or CH 4). Now select the Box to the channel you wish to view or record.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press the MENU button until the INITIALIZE menu appears.
2) Confirm "CHANNEL SET UP" is pointed to, then press the F.FWD/ button.
3) Confirm "AUTO TUNING" is pointed to, then press the F.FWD/ button. After scanning, the
tuner stops at the lowest memorized channel.
• The VCR distinguishes between standard TV channels and cable channels.
CHANNEL SET UP
AUTO TUNING
ADD/DELETE CH
SELECTING THE LANGUAGE
If you want to change the language on the TV screen, follow the steps below:
Note: This function effects only the language on the screen menu and not the audio source.
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
1) Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the INITIALIZE menu
appears.
2) Press the PLAY/
or STOP/ button 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.
NOTE: If for some reason the menu is in Spanish, press MENU button until "PARA INICIAR"
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menu appears, press PLAY/
press the PLAY/
button to point to "ENGLISH", then press the RESET/EXIT button.
button to point to "SELEC.IDIOMA", press the F.FWD/ button,
NORMAL PLAYBACK
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the
back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
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 automatically.
2 To begin playback
Press the PLAY button.
PLAY
NOTE: If any menu is activated on the TV screen, the PLAY button on the remote control
does not function. Press the RESET/EXIT 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
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)
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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.
• 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
In the Pause/Still mode only, if the picture begins to vibrate vertically, stabilize the picture by
pressing the CHANNEL(CH) or button.
NOTES:
• If the picture is distorted or rolling vertically, adjust the vertical hold control on your TV, if
equipped.
• Most 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.
However 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 CHANNEL or button on the VCR
until the streaks disappear.
To return to the DTR function, stop the tape once and start playback again.
• You can reduce the noise lines by pressing the CHANNEL(CH) or button is 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 on the remote
control 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.FWD 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
• Use the remote control for this procedure.
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
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• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
• This feature only works with 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. If necessary press the COUNTER
RESET button again to reset the counter to 0:00:00.
3 Select the Counter Memory mode
Press the COUNTER MEMORY button on the remote control until "M" appears on the TV
screen.
• The COUNTER MEMORY button does not function if the Auto Repeat mod is set ot [ON]. In
this case, set the Auto repeat mode to [OFF].
M 0:00:00
4 Begin recording or playback
Press REC or PLAY button.
Press the STOP button when recording or playback is completed.
5 To activate the Counter Memory
Press the REW (or F.FWD) button, the VCR will stop automatically when the counter has
returned to approximately 0:00:00. (approx.)
NOTE: The displayed time will not change during blank portions on the tape.
TO EXIT THE COUNTER MEMORY
Press COUNTER MEMORY button on the remote control so that "M" disappears from the TV
screen.
On more information concerning the on screen display, please refer to page 32.
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SPECIAL PLAYBACK
• Use the remote control for the following procedure.
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
.
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 to insert a prerecorded tape.
1 Select "VCR SET UP"
Press MENU button until the VCR SET UP menu appears.
VCR SET UP
AUTO REPEAT
RENTAL
AUTO RETURN
2 Select "AUTO REPEAT"
Confirm "AUTO REPEAT" is pointed to.
3 Begin Auto repeat playback
Press the F.FWD/ button so that [ON] will appear next to "AUTO REPEAT" on the TV screen.
When in Stop mode, Repeat playback mode will start automatically.
· Once you select the Auto Repeat mode, it stays in effect even after you turn off the VCR.
· The COUNTER MEMORY does not function if the Auto Repeat mode is set to [ON]. In this
case, set the Auto Repeat mode to [OFF].
· To 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 RESET/EXIT button to return to TV mode
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Power failure: If there is a power failure for more than 30 seconds, Auto Repeat Playback will
go to off.
RENTAL PLAYBACK
This function enables you to improve the picture quality when playing back worn cassettes
such as those rented from a video shop.
• Selecting ON or OFF must be done during playback.
1 Insert rental tape into VCR
Begin playback.
2 Select "VCR SET UP"
Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the VCR SET UP menu
appears.
VCR SET UP
AUTO REPEAT
RENTAL
AUTO RETURN
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.
• 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.
Power failure: If there is a power failure for more than 30 seconds, Rental Playback will go to
off.
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
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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.
• You can choose the index search mode by pressing the INDEX SEARCH button on the
remote control. Then continue with step [3].
1 Select "SEARCH SELECT"
Press the MENU button on the remote control repeatedly so that the SEARCH SELECT menu
appears.
SEARCH SELECT
QUICK-FIND
INDEX SEARCH
TIME SEARCH
2 Select "INDEX SEARCH"
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "INDEX SEARCH". 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)
INDEX SEARCH
03
• The Index Search mode will be cancelled if the procedures are not activated in 30 seconds.
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.
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5 After Index Search
When the preset program is reached, the VCR will start playback automatically.
• A video cassette must be inserted in the VCR for this function to work
• The number of Index Searches can be set up to 20.
• This function will not operate in the recording mode.
• When you want to cancel the Index Search while in progress, press the STOP button.
QUICK-FIND
This function enables you to search and confirm the contents of the recorded program(s) using
the index mark.
The VCR begins fast forwarding by selecting this function. When the VCR find the beginning of
the program (=the index mark), the VCR begins playback video tape at high speed for 30
seconds. Then, return to fast forwarding again to the beginning of next program. The VCR
repeats these operation to the tape end.
Concerning the index mark, please see "INDEX SEARCH" section.
· Tape must be fully rewound.
· You can begin the Quick-Find by pressing the QUICK-FIND button on the remote
control. You can also begin the Quick-Find by the following procedure.
1 Select "SEARCH SELECT"
Press the MENU button until the SEARCH SELECT menu appears.
SEARCH SELECT
QUICK-FIND
INDEX SEARCH
TIME SEARCH
2 Select "QUICK-FIND"
Confirm "QUICK-FIND" is pointed to, then press the F.FWD/ button. The VCR begins the
Quick-Find.
TO SKIP TO THE BEGINNING OF NEXT PROGRAM
Press the QUICK-FIND button on the remote control.
TO VIEW AT NORMAL SPEED
Press the PLAY button. The Quick-Find is cancelled.
· A video cassette must be insert in the VCR for this function to work.
· This function will not operate in the recording mode.
· When you want to cancel the Quick-Find while in progress, press the STOP button.
· When the end of a tape is reached during the Quick-Find, the tape will automatically rewind to
the beginning. After rewinding finishes, the VCR will eject the tape and turn itself to off.
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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.
• You can choose the time search mode by pressing the TIME SEARCH button on the
remote control. Then continue with step [3].
1 Select "SEARCH SELECT"
Press the MENU button until the SEARCH SELECT menu appears.
SEARCH SELECT
QUICK-FIND
INDEX SEARCH
TIME SEARCH
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 until your desired time appears. ( "2:50" stands for 2
hours 50 minutes)
• The Time Search mode will be cancelled if the procedures are not activated in 30 seconds.
TIME SEARCH
2:50
4 Begin Time Search
By pressing the REW or F.FWD button, the VCR will rewind or fast forward to the specified
point.
The time counts down as the searching progresses.
5 After Time Search
Playback starts automatically when 0:00 is reached.
• A video cassette must be inserted in the VCR for this function to work.
• Time Search can be set up to a maximum of 9 hours 59 minutes (9:59).
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• This function will not operate in the recording mode.
• When you want to cancel the Time Search while in progress, press the STOP button.
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RECORDING
· Please refer to the connection you are using, through pages 10, 11, or 12 on
"ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" before continuing.
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
.
• 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.
CH 32
NOTE: If you have a cable box or satellite box connected to this VCR, please refer to
"ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" on pages 11 and 12 before proceeding to the next
step.
2 Select the tape speed
Press the TAPE SPEED button on the remote control to select the desired tape speed
(SP/SLP).
SP
3 Begin recording
Press the REC button. The "REC" indicator appears on the display.
REC
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SP
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 UNWANTED SCENES DURING RECORDING
Press the PAUSE button on the remote control to temporarily stop recording.
Press the PAUSE or REC button to resume recording.
Press the PAUSE or REC button to resume recording.
PAUSE
NOTE: When the VCR is in the Pause mode, you may view the time remaining with marks
on the TV screen. Each mark represents one minute. After five minutes, the VCR will
automatically switch to the Stop mode to prevent tape damage. When there is 1 minute
remaining, one will flash.
RECORDING ONE PROGRAM AND 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".
To select the channel you want to view at the TV, follow the steps below.
NOTE: If you have a cable box or satellite box connected to this VCR, please refer to
"ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" on pages 11 and 12 before proceeding to the next
step.
4 Select the TV mode
Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator on the VCR's
digital display disappears
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) Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator on the display
comes on.
2) Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
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.
IRT (Instant Recording Timer)
This function enables you to set the recording length simply by pressing the REC/IRT button
on the VCR.
• Please refer to the connection you are using, through pages 10, 11, or 12 on
"ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" before continuing.
• You cannot use the remote control for this function.
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on.
• Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of
the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
• 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.)
NOTE: If you have a cable box or satellite box connected to this VCR, please refer to
"ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" on pages 11 and 12 before proceeding to the next
step.
1 Select the channel to be recorded
Press the number buttons on the remote control or the CHANNEL(CH) or button.
2 Select the tape speed
Press the TAPE SPEED button on the remote control to select the desired tape speed
(SP/SLP).
3 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.
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IRT (1:30)
• 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.
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TIMER RECORDING
AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING
You may set the VCR to start and end a recording while you are away. You can set seven
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, 1999
SETTING TIME: from 7:30PM to 8:30PM
CHANNEL: CH16
TAPE SPEED: SP
PROGRAM NO: No. 1
· Please refer to the connection you are using, through pages 10, 11, or 12 on
"ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" before continuing.
•Use the remote control for the following procedure.
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on to program it.
• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
.
· 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.
· Once the earlier program finishes, the overlapping programs will begin recording in
sequence.
· The illustration below demonstrates the sequence of recordings.
1 Select "TIMER PROGRAMMING"
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Press the MENU button so that TIMER PROGRAMMING menu appears.
TIMER PROGRAMMING
PROG. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
DATE
START TIME
END TIME
CHANNEL
REC SPEED
NOTE: If you have not yet set the clock, "SETTING CLOCK" appears. If so, follow the steps [2]
to [8] on page 15. 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.
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE -- / -START TIME -- / -- -END TIME -- / -- -CHANNEL -REC SPEED --
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.
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY
For daily recording: To record a TV program at the same time on the same channel every
day. (Example: Monday through Sunday)
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "DAILY", and then press the F.FWD/
button.
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PROGRAM NUMBER 1
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY
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.
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY
• When you press the F.FWD/ button during steps [4] to [10], you may move to the 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)
ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME -- / -- -END TIME -- / -- -CHANNEL -REC SPEED --
5 Set the start hour
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired hour appears. (Example: 07)
Then, press the F.FWD/
button.
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ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME 07/ -- --
END TIME -- / -- -CHANNEL -REC SPEED --
6 Set the start minute
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired minute appears. (Example: 30)
Then, press the F.FWD/ button.
Next, press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "AM" or "PM". (Example: PM) Then,
press the F.FWD/ button.
ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME 07/30 PM
END TIME -- / -- -CHANNEL -REC SPEED --
7 Set the end hour
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired hour appears. (Example: 08)
Then, press the F.FWD/
button.
ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME 07/ 30 PM
END TIME 08 / -- -CHANNEL -REC SPEED --
8 Set the end minute
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired minute appears. (Example: 30) Then,
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press the F.FWD/
Next, press the PLAY/
button.
or STOP/ button to point to "AM" or "PM". (Example: PM) Then,
press the F.FWD/ button.
ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME 07/ 30 PM
END TIME 08 / 30 PM
CHANNEL -REC SPEED --
9 Set the channel number
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired channel number appears. (Example:
16) Then, press the F.FWD/ button.
• Remember refer to "ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" on pages 11 and 12 if you
have a cable box or satellite box before setting the channel number.
ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME 07/ 30 PM
END TIME 08 / 30 PM
CHANNEL 16
REC SPEED --
10 Set the tape speed
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired tape speed appears. (Example: SP)
ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME 07/ 30 PM
END TIME 08 / 30 PM
CHANNEL 16
REC SPEED SP
SP
SLP
11 Finish setting the program
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Press the F.FWD/
button. Program 1 is now completed.
• To set another program, repeat steps [2] to [11].
• Press the RESET/EXIT button to return to original mode.
12 Set the timer
Press the POWER button to turn off. The "
" indicator appears on the VCR's digital display.
• Please see "HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING" for more information.
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. Please inset a recordable tape.
• The TV that is connected to your VCR may be turned ON or OFF when the VCR is in the
timer-record mode.
TIMER PROGRAM EXTENSION
To shift the time schedule of a One Time Program.
1) Turn the power on. Then, press the MENU button.
2) Select the program number which you want to shift forward using the PLAY/ or
STOP/ button. The details of the selected program appears on the TV screen.
3) Press the REC button on the remote control when a program number is blinking. Each
additional push will shift forward the start/end time for recording by 10 minutes. It can be shift
forward for up to 24 hours.
When the recording is already in progress, each additional push will shift forward the end time
for recording by 10 minutes. It can shift forward up to 23:50 from the start time. In this case,
the recording speed will automatically be set to SLP mode.
If you want to cancel while the setting, press the PAUSE button on the remote control. The
recording time returns to the original time.
4) Press the RESET/EXIT button to exit the setting menu.
NOTES:
• You can shift the time schedule of a One Time Program only.
• When you press the PAUSE button to cancel the setting while the recording is already in
progress, the recording speed will stay in SLP mode.
TO CORRECT AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM
1) Turn the power on.
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 /STOP button.
5) Press MENU button on the remote control to return to original mode.
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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 . Then press MENU button.
2) 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.
3) Press MENU button on the remote control to return to original mode.
AUTO RETURN
If you choose auto return to [AUTO] from the menu, when the timer recordings finish, the VCR
will rewind to the beginning of the recorded programs.
Make sure ... If there are any remaining timer programs Once, Daily & Weekly, this
function will not occur.
1 Select VCR SET UP
Press the MENU button repeatedly so that the VCR SET UP menu appears.
VCR SET UP
AUTO REPEAT
RENTAL
AUTO RETURN
2 Select "AUTO RETURN"
Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to AUTO RETURN".
3 Select "AUTO"
Press the F.FWD/
button so that [AUTO] appears next to "AUTO RETURN".
VCR SET UP
AUTO REPEAT
RENTAL
AUTO RETURN [AUTO]
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4 Exit the Auto Return mode
Press the RESET/EXIT button 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.
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 see your TV guide
magazine or the TV listings of your local newspaper.
Remember:
If your cable box or satellite box is connected as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12, the
local channel number (USER CH.) must be channel 3 or 4 for every a guide channel number
(GUIDE CH.).
Channels Line-UP Chart
Call letters
(Local TV
station)
GUIDE CH.
(Guide channel
number)
USER CH.
(local channel
number)
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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 until INITIALIZE menus appears.
INITIALIZE
CHANNEL SET UP
SETTING CLOCK
LANGUAGE SELECT
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
2 Select "GUIDE CHANNEL SET"
Press /PLAY or /STOP button to point to "GUIDE CHANNEL SET".
Then, press F.FWD/
button.
3 Enter a guide channel number (GUIDE CH.)
Press the number buttons or the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until a guide channel number
you want to enter appears. (Example: 25)
Then, press the F.FWD/ button.
• You can select guide channels 01 - 99.
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
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GUIDE CH 25
USER CH. --
4 Enter a user channel number (USER CH.)
Press the number buttons or the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until a user channel number
you want to enter appears. (Example:50)
• You can select following user channels.
TV mode: channels 02 - 69 and L1 position*
CATV mode: channels 01 - 125 and L1 position*
[* To select line input for the user channel number (USER CH.), press 0, 0 on the remote
control to select the L1 position.]
• Press the REW/ button to go back one step from current step.
• When selecting cable channels which are higher than 99, press the +100 button first, then
press the last two digits using the number buttons.
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CH 25
USER CH. 50
5 Memorize a guide channel number and a user channel number you have selected
Press the MEMORY button.
• To set another, repeat steps [3] to [5].
6 Exit the guide channel set up mode
Press the RESET/EXIT button.
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.TO CORRECT A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS
1 Select "INITIALIZE"
Press MENU button until the INITIALIZE menu appears.
INITIALIZE
CHANNEL SET UP
SETTING CLOCK
LANGUAGE SELECT
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
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2 Select "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP"
Press /PLAY or /STOP button to point to "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP".
Then, press F.FWD/ button.
• If the channel you wish to check is not on the screen, press the F.FWD/
button to change
the displayed page until you reach the correct page.
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
GUIDE USER GUIDE USER
25 : 50 39 : 45
52 : 68 68 : 79
70 : 02 77 : 09
80 : 84
3 To return to TV mode
Press the RESET/EXIT button
TO CORRECT A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS
1) Press MENU button until 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 RESET/EXIT button to return to original mode.
TO CANCEL A PAIR OF CHANNEL NUMBERS
1 Select "INITIALIZE"
Press MENU button until the INITIALIZE menu appears.
INITIALIZE
CHANNEL SET UP
SETTING CLOCK
LANGUAGE SELECT
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
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2 Select "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP"
Press /PLAY or /STOP button to point to "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP".
Then, press F.FWD/ button.
3 Select the channel you want to cancel.
Press
Then, press
/REW button. A pair of numbers flash.
/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/
displayed page until you reach the correct page.
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
GUIDE USER GUIDE USER
25 : 50 39 : 45
52 : 68 68 : 79
70 : 02 77 : 09
80 : 84
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 RESET/EXIT button.
TIMER RECORDING USING THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM
button to change the
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 "SETTING THE GUIDE/USER CHANNELS FOR THE VCR PLUS+
SYSTEM" on page 27.)
Make sure...
• You must use the remote control for this procedure.
• Be sure to check that the "PWR." and the "VCR" indicators are both on to program it.
• Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back
of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
• 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.)
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1 Select the VCR Plus+ set up mode.
Press VCR PLUS+ button.
VCR PLUS+ PROG.
PLUS CODE: --------
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 to point to "ONCE." Then, press F.FWD/ button.
VCR PLUS+ PROG.
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY
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 to point to "DAILY". Then, press F.FWD/ button.
VCR PLUS+ PROG.
ONCE
DAILY
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WEEKLY
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)
Press /PLAY or /STOP button to point to "WEEKLY". Then, press F.FWD/ button.
VCR PLUS+ PROG.
ONCE
DAILY
WEEKLY
4 Set the tape speed
Press /PLAY or /STOP button until your desired tape speed appears.(Example: SP)
ONE TIME PROGRAM
PROGRAM NUMBER 1
DATE 05/06 THUR
START TIME 07/ 30 PM
END TIME 08 / 30 PM
CHANNEL 16
REC SPEED SP
SP
SLP
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.
Remember:
• If your cable box or satellite box is connected as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12, the
local channel number (USER CH.) Then, set your cable box or satellite box to the channel you
want to record; leave your cable box or satellite box on for the timer recording.
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 on the display comes on.
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• Please see "HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING" on page 25 for more notes.
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COPYING A VIDEO TAPE
You can make copies of video tapes made by friends or relatives for your enjoyment.
Warning: Unauthorized recordings of copyrighted video tapes may be an infringement of
copyright laws.
Connect the editing (recording) VCR, source (playing) VCR and your TV using the following
diagram.
NOTE:
You can use the audio and video input jacks on the front panel of the editing (recording) VCR
instead of using the jacks on the back.
Fig. 9:
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/SLP) on the editing (recording) VCR.
4) Select the L1 or L2 position on the editing (recording) VCR. See page 13, under
"Connecting to input jacks".
5) Press the REC button on the editing (recording) VCR.
6) Begin playback of the tape in the source (playing) VCR.
• 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.
• If video or color fades in and out you may be copying a copy guarded video tape.
TO MONITOR THE RECORDING
1) • Turn on the TV and set the TV channel to 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the
back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
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.
2) Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator on the display
comes on.
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ON SCREEN DISPLAY
ON SCREEN DISPLAY
NOTE: VCR power and the "VCR" indicator must be on.
• To check the 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:
• It is normal for the status display (STOP, PLAY etc.) and the tape speed display (SP, LP, or
SLP) to disappear after 5 seconds.
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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 has been set. Flashes if a tape is
not inserted in the VCR even if you set a timer.
• It is normal for the status display (STOP, PLAY etc.) and the tape speed display (SP, LP, or
SLP) to disappear after 5 seconds.
1. PWR. (power) indicator- Lights up when the power is turned on.
2. indicator- Lights up when a timer recording or an IRT 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 the VCR is currently performing as the illustration. Indicates the
channel number (when it is set).
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SPECIAL FEATURES
SPECIAL FEATURES
REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER
• This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in hours, minutes, and seconds. (The
displayed time will not change during blank portions on the tape.)
• The "-" indication will appear when the tape is rewound further than "0:00:00" on the tape
counter.
--0:00:12
AUTO REWIND
When the end of a tape is reached during recording, playback, or fast-forward, the tape will
automatically rewind to the beginning. After rewinding finishes, the VCR will eject the tape and
turn itself to off.
• 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 go into the Stop mode.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
If you have followed the instructions contained in this manual and have difficulty in operating
your VCR, locate the PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding
CORRECTIVE ACTION columns to remedy the problem.
PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION
No power. • Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet
• Make sure the power is turned on.
Timer recording is not possible. • Make sure the timer recording is set correctly.
• Make sure the power is off.
• Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.
Cannot go into Record mode.
• Make sure the tape has an erase-prevention tab. If
needed, cover
the hole with plastic tape.
Playback picture is partially noisy • Adjust tracking control for a better picture by using
the CHANNEL or button on the VCR.
No picture but the audio is OK in
playback.
• Head cleaning may be necessary. Refer to "HEAD
CLEANING" on
page 34.
No picture or poor picture on
playback.
• Set your TV to the VCR mode and/or press the
VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the
"VCR" indicator on the display comes on.
• Fine tune your TV.
On-the-air TV program cannot be
seen.
• Re-check the ANT. IN and ANT.OUT connections.
See page 10.
• Set your TV to the TV mode and/or press the
VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the
"VCR" indicator on the display disappears..
No operation from the infrared
Remote Control
• Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC
outlet.
• Check batteries in remote control
Video or color fades in and out
when making a copy of a video
• None. (You are copying a copyrighted tape and are
experiencing copy guard protection.)
tape
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MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
SERVICING
Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Turn off, unplug the power cord, and take
the unit to Hitachi 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 the nearest Authorized
Service Center. Professional video head cleaning requires highly technical attention.
NOTES:
• Remember to read the instructions included with the video head cleaner before use.
• Clean video heads only when problems occur.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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)(Playback Only),
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: 16 W nominal
Cabinet Size: 14-1/4" (W) x 3-5/8" (H) x 9-1/16" (D)
36.0cm (W) x 9.2cm (H) x 23.0cm (D)
Weight: 5.51 lbs. (2.5 kg) (approx.)
Storage Temperature: -4°F to 131°F
Operating Temperature: 41°F to 104°F
Accessories: 1 coaxial cable (Part No. 5857952),
1 remote control unit (Part No. HL11183), 2 AA batteries
* Check your cable company's compatibility requirements.
• Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
• If there is a discrepancy between languages, the default language sill be English.
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CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS
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.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
with FCC Rules for Electromagnetic Compatibility
Products: Video Deck
Models: VT-MX4430A
Trade Name: HITACHI
This device complies with part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1)this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS
Responsible Party: Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.
905 East South Street, Anaheim, CA 92805 U.S.A.
Tel: 714-780-0152
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