Hitachi VT-UX617A User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

VT-UX617A
Owner's manual

Using these quality features:

• Tape navigation feature allows you to automatically locate a program you want to view, and also
allows you to list the recorded contents on the TV screen for every tape you have recorded on this VCR.

• The VCR Plus+* programming system a llows you to program the VCR for timer recording by simply
entering a PlusCode* number.
*VCR Plus+C3 and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

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

•
*"Commercial Advance™ is a trademark of Arthur D. Little Enterprises.
A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed by Arthur D. Little Enterprises."

• Displaying captions.

• Multi-channel TV sound (MTS).

• 8-program/1-year preset recording.

• Auto clock set feature allows you to automatically set the present time using a time signal.

• Auto head cleaning system minimizes the need for accessory cleaners and professional head
cleaning.

• Auto tracking system automatically adjusts the tracking so the picture is optimized.

• Frequency synthesized tuner provides easy, preset tuning of up to 68 broadcast TV channels and 125
cable channels.

• VHS Hi-Fidelity sound in playback.

• Illuminated remote control for use with your VCR and TV

• On-screen programming guide.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOR YOUR SAFETY.............................................................................................................................5

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS...............................................................................................................6

CUSTOMER CONTROLS.....................................................................................................................8

VCR Customer Controls....................................................................................................................9

VCR Customer Controls..................................................................................................................10

Remote Control Custome r Controls ..............................................................................................10

REMOTE OPERATION.......................................................................................................................12

Install batteries in the remote control............................................................................................12

Operating in the remote contro l......................................................................................................13

CASSETTE TAPES .............................................................................................................................14

Types..................................................................................................................................................14

Safety tabs prevent erasure............................................................................................................14

Insertion .............................................................................................................................................14

Removal.............................................................................................................................................15

BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP [A]........................................................................................................15

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................15

ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [B]....................................................................16

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................16

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [C]..............................................................................................................16

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................16

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [D] .........................................................................17

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................17

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [E]..........................................................................18

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................18

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [F]................................................................19

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................19

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX AND SPLITTER [G].................................19

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................19

BASIC DSS HOOKUP [H]...................................................................................................................20

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................20

ADVANCED DSS HOOKUP [I] ..........................................................................................................21

WITH THIS HOOKUP......................................................................................................................21

SETTING THE CLOCK -AUTOMATIC MODE................................................................................22

Tips.....................................................................................................................................................22

Setting the clock automatically.......................................................................................................22

SETTING THE CLOCK -AUTOMATIC MODE WITH CABLE BOX.............................................23

If your VCR is hooked up to a cable box (Hookups [E], [F] or [G])...........................................23

SETTING THE CLOCK -TIME ZONE SETTING/DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME SETTING..........24

What to do if the displayed time drifts from the current time by more than an hour..............24

SETTING THE CLOCK -MANUALLY...............................................................................................25

To set the clock manually................................................................................................................25

PRE-TUNING THE VCR TUNER ......................................................................................................27

Presetting the received channels without using a cable box (Hookups [A], [B], [C] or [D])..27

When automatic presetting of channels are finished..................................................................28

To add or erase channels ...............................................................................................................29

Auto blue setting...............................................................................................................................29

CABLE BOX SETUP............................................................................................................................30

DSS BOX SETUP.................................................................................................................................34

(Hookups [H] or [I].)..........................................................................................................................34

PLAYBACK............................................................................................................................................36

To playback a recorded tape..........................................................................................................36

Rewinding the tape...........................................................................................................................37

Rewinding the tape...........................................................................................................................37

To remove noise from the picture..................................................................................................37

SPECIAL PLAYBACK EFFECTS......................................................................................................38

Variable speed playback.................................................................................................................38

Choosing a mode for audio playback............................................................................................39

Precautions........................................................................................................................................43

Markings after delayed recording is finished................................................................................43

SHUTTLE CONTROL..........................................................................................................................43

Using the shuttle ring on the remote control................................................................................43

USING THE "INDEX" FEATURE.......................................................................................................44

To find specific sections on a tape using the "INDEX" feature.................................................44

VIEWING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY...........................................................................................45

Switching between the clock, time counter and time of remaining tape..................................45

INDEX WITH THE TIME COUNTER.................................................................................................46

To find specific sections on a tape.................................................................................................46

RECORDING A PROGRAM...............................................................................................................47

Before you record.............................................................................................................................47

Basic recording steps.......................................................................................................................48

RECORDING A PROGRAM -RECORDING TIPS..........................................................................50

To watch one program while recording another..........................................................................50

To change the channel being recorded........................................................................................50

To record a Second Audio Program (SAP)..................................................................................51

Stereo vs. mono sound....................................................................................................................52

INSTANT RECORDING TIMER.........................................................................................................52

Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT)......................................................................................52

DELAYED RECORDING .....................................................................................................................54

Setting the VCR to record later......................................................................................................54

Before you begin...............................................................................................................................54

When the DSS box has been set up and <CATV1> or <CATV2> is specified for "1

CHANNEL" on the "CHANNEL PRES ET" scree n.......................................................................57

USING THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM FOR RECORDING...............................................................58

About the VCR Plus+ system.........................................................................................................58

Channel setup...................................................................................................................................59

EASY DELAYED RECORDING WITH THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM...........................................60

VCR Plus+ setup - Channel setup.................................................................................................60

VCR Plus+ setup - Channel setup.................................................................................................61

Using the VCR Plus+ system to record a program.....................................................................61

PROGRAM REVIEW...........................................................................................................................64

Reviewing what you have programmed........................................................................................64

TAPE NAVIGATION.............................................................................................................................65

Tape navigation and directory screen...........................................................................................65

Storing tape data in memory...........................................................................................................66

How to locate the beginning of a program or a non-recorded (blank) section........................67

Tape data menu................................................................................................................................68

Precautions........................................................................................................................................71

DISPLAYING CAPTIONS...................................................................................................................72

PROGRAMMING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV...............................................73

Using the VCR remote to control your TV....................................................................................74

INTEGRATING YOUR STEREO SYSTEM WITH YOUR VCR....................................................75

Hookup...............................................................................................................................................75

To record from stereo......................................................................................................................75

COPYING TAPES FROM A CAMCORDER....................................................................................76

Hookup...............................................................................................................................................76

To copy from a camcorder..............................................................................................................76

COPYING FROM ONE VCR TO ANOTHER VCR (DUBBING)...................................................77

Hookup...............................................................................................................................................77

To copy from one VCR to another VCR.......................................................................................78

PROBLEM GUIDE ...............................................................................................................................79

Problem guide...................................................................................................................................79

MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................................79

Maintenance......................................................................................................................................80

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................80

Technical specifcations...................................................................................................................80

FOR YOUR SAFETY

POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60 Hz ONLY.
The POWER switch turns the VCR on and off, leaving the clock/timer unaffected. If the unit is to be
left unattended for a long period, it is recommended that the unit be completely switched off and
unplugged.
Illustrated below is the label on the back of your unit.

This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may
have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous
to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit.

This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the
operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it
should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.

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.

WARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copyright law may
apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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

Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

"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".

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety
is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too.
This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a Video Cassette
Recorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in
a handy place for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1 Read and Follow Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video

product is operated. Follow all operating and use instructions.

2 Retain Instruction -- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.
3 Heed Warnings -- Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions.
4 Polarized Plug -- 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. To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug
with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure.
If you need an extension, use a polarized cord.

5 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 video dealer or local
power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the

operating instructions.
6 Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric
shock. Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed power cords, damaged or
cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the
cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation.

7 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.
8 Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the
video product and to protect it from overheating. 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 never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. 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
video product manufacturer's instructions have been followed.

9 Attachments -- Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.

Caution: Maintain electrical safety. Powerline operated equipment or accessories connected to this unit should
bear the UL listing mark or CSA certification mark on the accessory itself and should not have been modified so
as to defeat the safety features. This will help avoid any potential hazard from electric shock or fire. If in doubt,
contact qualified service personnel.

10 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.
11 Accessories -- Do not place this video product on an unstable card, 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 product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
11A 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.

12 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. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information
with respect 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. See example below.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
13 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 or approaching such power lines
or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be
left to a professional antenna installer.

USE

14 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.
15 Object and Liquid Entry -- Never push objects of any kind into this video product through 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.

16 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.

SERVICE

17 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.
18 Conditions 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. 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 the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
19 Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify that the
replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of replacements specified
by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock or other hazards.
20 Safety Check -- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician
to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe
operating condition.

CUSTOMER CONTROLS

VCR Customer Controls

Item No. Function Page

1 Infrared transmitter 27
2 POWER button 2
3 EJECT button 9
4 Cassette compartment 9
5 STOP button 25
6 Shuttle ring 38
7 PLAY/STILL button 34
8 REC/IRT button 43
9 CHANNEL (channel up/down) 43
TRACKING buttons 33
10 Select button 58
11 MENU button 32
12 Infrared receiver 8
13 REC indicator 43
14 CA SKIP button 36
15 AUDIO IN (L), (R) jacks 65
16 VIDEO IN jack 65
17 ANT. OUT select button 10

VCR Display
18 AM/PM indicators 19
19 Time, 19
Tape counter, 40

Tape remaining or 40
VCR mode indicator 32
PLAY - playback 32
SRCH - double-speed play 34
and visual search ["-" appears
during reverse direction viewing]
SLOW - slow play ­ REW - rewind 32
FF - fast forward ­ STILL - play pause and frame
advance 34
20 REM (tape remaining time)
indicator 40
21 VCR, operate mode ­22 Audio indicators ­23 REC - record (flashes during
record pause) 43
24 Tape speed SP/EP 43
25 Delayed recording indicator 49
26 CM SEARCH indicator 43
27 Tape-in indicator 9
28 TV channel or Auxiliary 43
(L1/L2) 66

Click to see Accessories Supplied Illustration

VCR Customer Controls

Item No. Function Page

29 AUDIO IN (L), (R) jacks 64
30 VIDEO IN jack ­31 IN FROM ANT. - signal
input 10
32 OUT TO TV - signal to
TV 10
33 VIDEO OUT jack 11
34 AUDIO OUT (L), (R) jacks 11

Remote Control Customer Controls

Item No. Function Page

1 Transmission window 8
2 POWER button 24
3 GUIDE - to recall OSD menu 24
4 VCR/TV mode select button 44
5 CLEAR - clears time counter 41
6 DISPLAY - to recall on-screen
display 44
7 100/ENT button 43
8 PROGRAM (programming)
button 53
9 VCR, CAM (camcorder)*,
TV - device buttons let you set
the remote to control one of the
three devices 8
10 VOL button - increase or
decrease the audio volume 63
11 REC - record button 43
12 REW button - fast rewind
or search 32
13 PLAY button - playback 25

14 PAUSE button 34
15 Shuttle ring 38
16 LIGHT button - illuminates
key function buttons for a
few seconds 8
17 CA SKIP button 36
18 STOP button - stops play/
record function 25
19 F.FWD button - fast forward
or search 34
20 CH (channel up/down) button 43
21 LAST CH button - switches
to the TV channel you watched
previously during the current
viewing session 63
22 MUTE button - turns off the
audio until you press MUTE
again 63
23 MENU button 32
24 SELECT button - used to
select the program using Tape
Navigation 58
25 AVX button - select L1 or L2 64
26 Number buttons 24
27 CC button - used to display
captions on the screen 62

* Refer to the camcorder's instruction manual for its operation.

REMOTE OPERATION

Install batteries in the remote control

The remote control requires two "AA" batter ies.
1 Push the

mark and hold it, then slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.

Note: When replacing the batteries, remove the old batteries and keep the POWER button depressed for 10

seconds before inserting fresh batteries.

2 Install batteries.

• Align the positive (+) and negative (-) polarity marks on the batteries with those indicated on the remote
control.

3 Slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to close it.

Operating in the remote control

Operating the VCR:
1 Make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and VCR's infrared receiver.

Note: You cannot operate the VCR if there is an obstacle (for example, coffee table, sofa, etc) between the

VCR and remote control.

2 Point the remote control at the VCR's infrared receiver and press the required button on the remote
control.

Note: If the remote does not work even at close range, try replacing the batteries with two fresh "AA" batteries.

About the illuminated buttons:

• If a button on the remote control is pressed, one of the VCR, CAM and TV buttons lights so that you know
which device you are now operating.

CASSETTE TAPES

Types

Only use video cassettes with the mark in this VCR.
The table shows the recording time of different cassettes.

• To get the best quality picture, record at standard recording speed (SP).

• This VCR does not record at the LP speed, but it can play cassette that were recorded at the LP speed.

Safety tabs prevent erasure

The VCR automatically enters the playback mode when a cassette without its safety tab is inserted. The VCR
won't record on a tape without a safety tab and the cassette will be ejected if the REC or REC/IRT button
is pressed. Be sure to check the safety tab before inserting a cassette.

Insertion

Push the video cassette gently into the slot on the front of the VCR.

• The VCR automatically turns on and the "Tape-In" indicator

turns on when the cassette is in place.

Removal

Press the EJECT button on the VCR.
The cassette will come partially out of the compartment so you can pull it out.

• The "Tape-In" indicator

• The cassette can be ejected with the power on or off.

turns off.

BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP [A]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup A Illustration

Switch the RF Channel

When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to
select the appropriate channel.

• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT button on front of the VCR. Pressing the
button alternates between RFCH 03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.

Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area.

ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [B]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup B Illustration

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [C]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup C Illustration

Switch the RF Channel

When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to
select the appropriate channel.

• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT button on front of the VCR. Pressing the
button alternates between RFCH 03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.
Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area.

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [D]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
Hookup D Illustration

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [E]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

YOU CAN'T...

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX.

BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL.
Hookup E Illustration

Switch the RF Channel

When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to
select the appropriate channel.

• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT button on front of the VCR. Pressing the
button alternates between RFCH 03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.
Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area.

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [F]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

YOU CAN'T...

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER
ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX.

BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL.
Hookup F Illustration

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX AND SPLITTER [G]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER

TO RECORD, ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX.
BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL.

Hookup G Illustration

BASIC DSS HOOKUP [H]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE TV OR DSS CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER

YOU CAN'T...

• RECORD A CHANNEL OTHER THAN DSS AND WATCH A DSS CHANNEL
Hookup H Illustration

Notes:

• Your VCR cannot receive RF signals from the antenna or cable through the DSS box. Connect the antenna or
cable cord to the IN FROM ANT jack of your VCR, not to the RF IN/OUT jacks of the DSS box.

• When the DSS box is connected, you cannot control the cable box from the VCR.

Switch the RF Channel

When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to
select the appropriate channel.

• Turn on the power of both the TV and the VCR. Press the ANT. OUT button on front of the VCR. Pressing the
button alternates between RFCH 03 (channel 3) and RFCH 04 (channel 4) in the VCR's display.
Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area.

ADVANCED DSS HOOKUP [I]

WITH THIS HOOKUP

YOU CAN...

• WATCH AVAILABLE TV OR DSS CHANNELS

• RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL

• RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER

YOU CAN'T...

• RECORD A CHANNEL OTHER THAN DSS AND WATCH A DSS CHANNEL
Hookup I Illustration

Notes:

• Your VCR cannot receive RF signals from the antenna or cable through the DSS box. Connect the antenna or
cable cord to the IN FROM ANT jack of your VCR, not to the RF IN/OUT jacks of the DSS box.

• When the DSS box is connected, you cannot control the cable box from the VCR.

SETTING THE CLOCK -AUTOMATIC MODE

Note: An antenna or cable must be connected to the VCR before you begin this operation.

Tips

You'll need to set the clock when first hooking up your VCR, and any time the power goes out for more than 1
hour. When you first plug in the VCR or after a power outage, the clock display will read "--:--".

Auto clock set function

This function sets the VCR's clock automatically when the VCR is tuned to a station which transmits a time
signal together with TV programs.
It also automatically sets the time differences between various time zones and sets the time during Daylight
Saving Time (D.S.T). The auto clock set function operates each time the VCR is turned off.

• Some broadcast stations may not transmit a time signal. The auto clock set function does not operate when
the VCR is tuned to a station which does not transmit a time signal. In this case, set the clock manually (See
page 22).

• When the clock is set automatically, the displayed time may drift from the current time by up to one minute.

Setting the clock automatically

- if your VCR is hooked up to an antenna or cable without a cable box (Hookups [A], [B], [C], [D], [H] or [I])

1 Press the POWER button to turn the VCR power off.

If the VCR is already turned off, press the POWER button to turn the power on, then press it again to turn the
power off. The time will appear in the VCR display to show that the current time has been set. The automatic
clock set procedure might take about 5 minutes.

Notes:

• If the clock is not set after about five minutes have elapsed, the clock must be set manually (see page 22).

• When the VCR power is restored after a power failure of more than one hour, the clock will indicate "--:--", and
the clock set procedure

SETTING THE CLOCK -AUTOMATIC MODE WITH CABLE BOX

If your VCR is hooked up to a cable box (Hookups [E], [F] or [G])

Note: Turn on the cable box before setting.

1 Turn on the TV and select the video channel (3 or 4).

Or, if you are hooked up with an audio/video cable, set the TV to AUX or VIDEO.

2 Press the GUIDE button.

The main on-screen menu will appear on the TV screen. Click to see remote control illustration.

3 Press the (3) button to bring up the CLOCK SET menu.

4 Make sure that item 1 is highlighted "CLOCK SET <AUTO>".

• If "CLOCK SET <MANUAL>" is highlighted, press the (1) button to switch it to "CLOCK SET <AUTO>".

5 Press the (2) button.

This screen appears to show that the clock is being set.

• It may take about five minutes.

• Since the VCR is searching for a broadcast station that transmits a time signal, the channel indication on the
cable box changes automatically.

When the clock is set, the screen changes to a TV picture and the correct time appears in the VCR's display.

Notes:

• If the clock is not set after five minutes have elapsed, set the clock manually (see page 22).

• If the displayed time drifts from the current time by more than one hour, select your correct time zone and set
the DST (see page 21).

SETTING THE CLOCK -TIME ZONE SETTING/DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME SETTING

What to do if the displayed time drifts from the current time by more
than an hour

Note: Turn on the cable box with hookups [E], [F] or [G] before setting.
1 Press the GUIDE button. Click to see remote control illustration.

The main on-screen menu will appear on the TV screen.

2 Press the (3) button to bring up the "CLOCK SET" menu.

Make sure that item 1 is highlighted "CLOCK SET <AUTO>".

3 Press the (3) button to select your local time zone.

Each time (3) is pressed, the option for "SET TIME ZONE" switches from <AUTO> to <ATLANTIC>,
<EASTERN>, <CENTRAL>, <MOUNTAIN>, <PACIFIC>, <ALASKA>, <HAWAII> and back to <AUTO>.

• This screen gives an example where <ATLANTIC> is specified.

4 Press the (4) button to select the D.S.T. option.

Each time (4) is pressed, the option for "SET D.S.T." switches from <AUTO> to <ON>, <OFF> and back to
<AUTO>.
<AUTO>: The daylight saving time (D.S.T) is set automatically.
<ON>: The time advanced from the Standard Time by one hour is displayed from the first Sunday of
April through the last Sunday of October.
<OFF>: The standard time is displayed throughout the year.

• This screen gives an example where <ON> is specified.

5 Press the (2) button to set the time.

This screen appears to show that the clock is being set.

Note: If the displayed time drifts from the current time even after steps 1 - 5 have been performed, reset the
DST.
Press the GUIDE and (3) buttons then press the (4) button to specify another option, then set the time again.

SETTING THE CLOCK -MANUALLY

To set the clock manually

1 Press the GUIDE button.