Hitachi VTUX-6450A User Manual

FOR YOUR SAFETY - 1 -

HITACHI

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

VT-UX6450A

Owner's manual

VCR plus+3 Cable box control

Using these quality features:

• The VCR Plus+* programming system allows 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.

•
"MOVIE ADVANCE™ is a trademark of SRT, Inc. A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed in association with Arthur
D. Little Enterprises, Inc."

• S-VHS Quasi playback allows you to playback the tape that is recorded by S-VHS type.

• Super rewind and fast forward.

• 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

• On-screen programming guide.

• With display, VCR Plus+ can be programmed to record without turning power on.
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.

(AMERICA), INC. 6740 Campobello Road

3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd, Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
Norcross, GA 30093 CANADA
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOR YOUR SAFETY..................................................................................................................4

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS.....................................................................................................5

INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................5

USE ........................................................................................................................................6

SERVICE................................................................................................................................7

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

REMOTE OPERATION............................................................................................................11

Operating in the remote control.............................................................................................12

CASSETTE TAPES..................................................................................................................13

Types....................................................................................................................................13

Safety tabs prevent erasure..................................................................................................13

Insertion................................................................................................................................13

Removal................................................................................................................................14

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

ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [B]..............................................................17

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [C]....................................................................................................18

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [D]...................................................................20

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [E]....................................................................21

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [F]...........................................................23

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX AND SPLITTER [G] ...............................24

SETTING THE CLOCK - AUTOMATIC MODE.........................................................................25

Auto clock set function..........................................................................................................25

Setting the clock automatically - if your VCR's hooked up to an antenna or cable without a

cable box (Hookups [A], [B], [C] or [D]).................................................................................25

SETTING THE CLOCK -AUTOMATIC MODE WITH CABLE BOX..........................................26

If your VCR is hooked up to a cable box (Hookups [E], [F] or [G])........................................26

SETTING THE CLOCK -TIME ZONE SETTING/DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME SETTING...........28

What to do if the displayed time drifts from the current time by more than an hour..............28

SETTING THE CLOCK -MANUALLY.......................................................................................30

PRE-TUNING THE VCR TUNER.............................................................................................33

To add or erase channels .....................................................................................................34

Auto blue setting...................................................................................................................35

CABLE BOX SETUP................................................................................................................37

PLAYBACK...............................................................................................................................41

Rewinding the tape...............................................................................................................41

Rewinding the tape...............................................................................................................41

To remove noise from the picture .........................................................................................41

Rewinding or fast forwarding a tape at high speed...............................................................42

SPECIAL PLAYBACK EFFECTS.............................................................................................43

Variable speed playback.......................................................................................................43

Still Playback (Pause)...........................................................................................................43

Frame Advance.....................................................................................................................43

Skip Playback .......................................................................................................................43

Slow Motion ..........................................................................................................................43

Visual Search........................................................................................................................44

Choosing a mode for audio playback....................................................................................44

How to select playback audio................................................................................................44

Locating the start of movie....................................................................................................45

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Locating the start of preview.................................................................................................46

SHUTTLE CONTROL...............................................................................................................48

Using the shuttle ring on the remote control..........................................................................48

How to use the shuttle ring....................................................................................................48

USING THE "INDEX" FEATURE ..............................................................................................49

To find specific sections on a tape using the "INDEX" feature..............................................49

VIEWING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY...................................................................................50

Switching between the clock, time counter and time of remaining tape................................50

INDEX WITH THE TIME COUNTER........................................................................................51

To find specific sections on a tape........................................................................................51

RECORDING A PROGRAM.....................................................................................................52

Before you record.................................................................................................................52

Basic recording steps............................................................................................................52

RECORDING A PROGRAM -RECORDING TIPS....................................................................54

To watch one program while recording another....................................................................54

To change the channel being recorded.................................................................................54

To record a Second Audio Program (SAP)...........................................................................54

Stereo vs. mono sound.........................................................................................................55

INSTANT RECORDING TIMER...............................................................................................56

Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT) ..............................................................................56

DELAYED RECORDING..........................................................................................................57

USING THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM FOR RECORDING..........................................................61

About the VCR Plus+ system................................................................................................61

Channel setup.......................................................................................................................61

EASY DELAYED RECORDING WITH THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM........................................63

VCR Plus+ setup - Channel setup........................................................................................63

Using the VCR Plus+ system to record a program (by using TV screen)..............................64

Using the VCR Plus+ system to record a program (by using VCR's display)........................67

PROGRAM REVIEW................................................................................................................69

Reviewing what you have programmed................................................................................69

PROGRAMMING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV...........................................70

PROGRAMMING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR CABLE BOX............................71

INTEGRATING YOUR STEREO SYSTEM WITH YOUR VCR ................................................72

Hookup .................................................................................................................................72

To record from stereo...........................................................................................................72

COPYING TAPES FROM A CAMCORDER.............................................................................74

Hookup .................................................................................................................................74

To copy from a camcorder....................................................................................................74

COPYING FROM ONE VCR TO ANOTHER VCR (DUBBING)................................................76

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

To copy from one VCR to another VCR................................................................................76

PROBLEM GUIDE / MAINTENANCE.......................................................................................77

Problem guide.......................................................................................................................77

Maintenance.........................................................................................................................77

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..............................................................................................79

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FOR YOUR SAFETY

POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60 Hz ONLY.
The POWER button 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 POWER PLUG TO WIDE SLOT OF
AC OUTLET AND 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".

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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.

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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 built­up 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.

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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.

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CUSTOMER CONTROLS

VCR Customer Controls

Item No. Function Page

1 Infrared transmitter 25
2 POWER button 2
3 EJECT button 9
4 Cassette compartment 9
5 STOP button 23
6 Shuttle ring 35
7 PLAY/STILL button 30
8 REC/IRT button 40
9 CHANNEL (channel up/down) 23
TRACKING buttons 29
10 Infrared receiver 8
11 REC indicator 40

12 AUDIO IN L (MONO), R jacks 58
13 VIDEO IN jack 58
14 ANT. OUT select button 10

VCR Display

15 AM/PM indicators 18
16 Time, 17

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Tape counter, 37
Tape remaining or 37
VCR mode indicator 28
PLAY - playback 28
SRCH - double-speed play 31
and visual search ["-" appears
during reverse direction viewing]
SLOW - slow play 31
REW - rewind 28
S:REW - high speed rewind 29
FF - fast forward –
S:FF - high speed fast forward 29
STILL - play pause and frame advance 30
17 REM (tape remaining time) indicator 37
18 VCR, operate mode 41
19 Audio indicators 32

20
record pause) 40
21 Tape speed SP/EP 39
22 Delayed recording indicator 46
23 Tape-in indicator 9
24 TV channel or 39
Auxiliary (L1/L2) 56

- record (flashes during

Accessories supplied

Check and identify the accessories supplied.
If any are missing or appear damaged, consult your dealer.

1. 2. 3.
Remote Control Cable for connecting Batteries for remote
this VCR to a TV control handset (R6)

VCR Customer Controls

Item No. Function Page

25 AUDIO IN (L), (R) jacks 56
26 VIDEO IN jack 58
27 IN FROM ANT. - signal input 10
28 OUT TO TV - signal out to TV 10
29 VIDEO OUT jack 11
30 AUDIO OUT (L), (R) jacks 11

Remote Control Customer Controls

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Item No. Function Page

1 Transmission window 8
2 POWER button 22
3 CH (channel up/down) button 39
4 VOL button - increase or decrease the
audio volume 54
5 FEW button - fast rewind or search 28
6 REC - record button 40
7 GUIDE -to recall OSD menu 22
8 DISPLAY -to recall on-screen display 36
9 PROGRAM (programming) button 44
10 CLEAR - clears time counter 38
11 100/ENT button 39
12 VCR/TV mode select button 10
13 TAPE SPEED button 39
14 VCR, TV, CATV - device buttons let you 54/55
set the remote to control one of the
three devices
15 TRACKING button 29
16 AUTO TRACKING button 29
17 PLAY button - playback 23
18 PAUSE button 30
19 F.FWD button - fast forward or search 31
20 SLOW button 31
21 STOP button - stops play/record 23
function
22 Number buttons 22
23 AVX button - select Ll or L2 56
24 MA SKIP button 33
25 SKIP button 30

* If you want to operate the VCR with remote control after operating the TV, first press the VCR button, and then
press required buttons on the remote control.

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REMOTE OPERATION

Install batteries in the remote control

The remote control requires two "AA" batteries.

1 Push the tab of the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove the cover.

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

seconds before inserting fresh batteries.

Hold for 10 seconds

2 Install batteries.

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

3 Replace the cover.

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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:

• When you press any of the illumination buttons, the illumination will turn on.
The illumination goes off 5 seconds later automatically, if you do not press the buttons.

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CASSETTE TAPES

Types

Only use video cassettes with the mark in this VCR.

The table shows the recording time of different cassettes.

Types Recording time

SP EP
T-120 120 min. 360 min.
T-160 160 min. 480 min.
T-180 180 min. 540 min.
T-210 210 min. 630 min.

• 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

To avoid erasing a recording

Break off the safety tab using a screwdriver or similar tool.

To re-record on a cassette which has its safety tab removed

Cover the hole with plastic tape.

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.

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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.

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A

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

Basic Hookup with Antenna: RF Hookup
* PURCHASED SEPARATELY

TABLE A

FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator

(Press the VCR/TV
mode select
button to turn the
VCR indicator on
and off.)

TV VCR
Select and

Watch Channels

Select Channel
to Watch

OFF (TV mode)

using TV

Select and

Watch Channels

3 or 4 Select Channel

to Watch

ON (VCR mode)

using VCR

Record and

Watch the Same

3 or 4 Select Channel

to Record

ON (VCR mode)

Channel

Record One

Channel Watch

Select Channel
to Watch

Select Channel
to Record

OFF (TV mode)

nother

Watch Playback

3 or 4 ON (VCR mode)

of a Tape

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

BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP [A] - 16 -

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] - 17 -

A

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

Advanced Hookup with Antenna: AV Hookup
* PURCHASED SEPARATELY

TABLE B

FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator

(Press the VCR/TV
mode select
button to turn the
VCR indicator on
and off.)

TV VCR
Select and

Watch Channels

Select Channel
to Watch

OFF (TV mode)

using TV

Select and

Watch Channels

AUX or VIDEO Select Channel

to Watch

using VCR

Record and

Watch the Same

AUX or VIDEO Select Channel

to Record

Channel

Record One

Channel Watch

Select Channel
to Watch

Select Channel
to Record

OFF (TV mode)

nother

Watch Playback

AUX or VIDEO

of a Tape

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [C] - 18 -

A

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

Basic Hookup with Cable: RF Hookup
* PURCHASED SEPARATELY

TABLE C

FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator

(Press the VCR/TV
mode select
button to turn the
VCR indicator on
and off.)

TV VCR
Select and

Watch Channels

Select Channel
to Watch

OFF (TV mode)

using TV

Select and

Watch Channels

3 or 4 Select Channel

to Watch

ON (VCR mode)

using VCR

Record and

Watch the Same

3 or 4 Select Channel

to Record

ON (VCR mode)

Channel

Record One

Channel Watch

Select Channel
to Watch

Select Channel
to Record

OFF (TV mode)

nother

Watch Playback

3 or 4 ON (VCR mode)

of a Tape

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.

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [C] - 19 -

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

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [D] - 20 -

A

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

Advanced Hookup with Cable: AV Hookup
* PURCHASED SEPARATELY
TABLE D

FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator

(Press the VCR/TV
mode select
button to turn the
VCR indicator on
and off.)

TV VCR
Select and

Watch Channels

Select Channel
to Watch

OFF (TV mode)

using TV

Select and

Watch Channels

AUX or VIDEO Select Channel

to Watch

using VCR

Record and

Watch the Same

AUX or VIDEO Select Channel

to Record

Channel

Record One

Channel Watch

Select Channel
to Watch

Select Channel
to Record

OFF (TV mode)

nother

Watch Playback

AUX or VIDEO

of a Tape

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [E] - 21 -

A

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.

Basic Hookup with Cable Box: RF Hookup
* PURCHASED SEPARATELY

TABLE E

FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator

(Press the VCR/TV
mode select
button to turn the
VCR indicator on
and off.)

TV VCR CABLE BOX
Watch Cable

Channels on TV

Select Cable
box output

Select Channel

to Watch

OFF (TV mode)

Channel

Select and

Watch Channels
using VCR

Record and

Watch the Same
Channel

Record One

3 or 4 Select Cable

box output

Select Channel
to Watch

Channel

3 or 4 Select Cable

box output

Select Channel
to Watch

Channel

ON (VCR mode)

ON (VCR mode)

Channel Watch

nother

Watch Playback

3 or 4 ON (VCR mode)

of a Tape

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [E] - 22 -

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] - 23 -

A

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.

Advanced Hookup with Cable Box: AV Hookup
* PURCHASED SEPARATELY

TABLE F

FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator

(Press the VCR/TV
mode select
button to turn the
VCR indicator on
and off.)

TV VCR CABLE BOX
Watch Cable

Channels on TV

Select Cable
box output

Select Channel

to Watch

OFF (TV mode)

Channel

Select and

Watch Channels
using VCR

Record and

Watch the Same
Channel

Record One

AUX or VIDEO Select Cable

box output

Select Channel
to Watch

Channel

AUX or VIDEO Select Cable

box output

Select Channel
to Watch

Channel

Channel Watch

nother

Watch Playback

AUX or VIDEO

of a Tape

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX AND SPLITTER [G] - 24 -

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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.

Advanced Hookup with Cable Box and Splitter: AV and RF Hookup
* PURCHASED SEPARATELY

TABLE G

FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator

(Press the VCR/TV
mode select
button to turn the
VCR indicator on
and off.)

TV VCR CABLE BOX
Watch Cable

Channels on TV

Select Cable
box output

OFF (TV mode)

Channel

Select and

Watch Channels
using VCR

Record and

Watch the Same
Channel

Record One

Channel Watch

nother

Watch Playback

AUX or VIDEO Select Cable

box output

Select Channel
to Watch

Channel

AUX or VIDEO Select Cable

box output

Select Channel
to Watch

Channel
Select Channel
to Watch

Select Cable

box output

Select Channel
to Record

Channel
AUX or VIDEO

OFF (TV mode)

of a Tape