JVC HR-VP636U User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

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HR-VP636U

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INSTRUCTIONS

MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS

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For Customer Use:

Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.  Model No. HR-VP636U(C) 

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Serial No.

PU30425-1788

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new VCR.

Failure to heed the following precautions may result in

CAUTIONS

CAUTION

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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120V`, 60Hz only. To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power source.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

damage to the VCR, remote control or video cassette.

1. DO NOT place the VCR . . .

... in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or

humidity. ... in direct sunlight. ... in a dusty environment. ... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are

generated. ... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.

2. DO NOT block the VCR’s ventilation openings.

3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or remote control.

4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the VCR or remote control.

5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.

**MOISTURE CONDENSATION

Moisture in the air will condense on the VCR when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely humid conditions—just as water droplets form on the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid. Moisture condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where condensation may occur, keep the VCR’s power turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.

**ABOUT HEAD CLEANING

Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or interrupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur.

CAUTION:

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

ATTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.

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.

CAUTION:

Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user's authority to operate the equipment.

VCR Plus+C3 and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+C3 system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.

n Cassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with this

video cassette recorder. However, only "VHS" recordings can be played back in this model.

n HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

ATTENTION:

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this booklet for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization

(A) Your product may be 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.

(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type

plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. Power Sources

Operate your product 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 product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

3. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

4. 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 product.

5. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

• Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed,

sofa, rug or other similar surface.

• Do not place the product 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.

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the 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 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 connectors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2. Lightning

For added protection for this 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 product due to lightning and power-line surges.

3. 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.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

810-20)

GROUNDING  CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

• Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

• Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

• Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this 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.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this 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

product. c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the 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 product to its normal operation. e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. 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.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

● All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of

Contents on page 5. Use this when searching for information

on a specific procedure or feature.

● The Index on pages 55–57 lists frequently-used terms, and

the number of the first page on which they are used or

explained in the manual. This section also illustrates the

controls and connections on the front and rear panel, the

front display panel and the remote control.

● The Z mark signals a reference to another page for

instructions or related information.

● Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are

clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the

beginning of each major section.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR . . .

. . . please read the sections/literature listed below.

● ”Cautions” on page 2

● ”Important Products Safety Instructions” on the previous pages

CONTENTS

INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR 6

Basic Connections .................................. 6

INITIAL SETTINGS 7

Dual Quick Set .......................................7

Clock .....................................................8

Preparation .......................................................8

Language Select ............................................... 8

Clock Setting .....................................................9

Semi-Auto ......................................................9

Manual ........................................................ 11

Auto ............................................................. 11

Tuner ...................................................12

Set Receivable Channels ................................ 12

Add Or Delete A Channel .............................. 14

Tuner And Cable Box Controller ........... 15

Situate And Connect Controller ...................... 15

Set Cable Box Output Channel ....................... 16

Set Cable Box Brand....................................... 17

VCR Plus+ Setup ..................................19

IMPLE PLAYBACK AND

RECORDING 22

Simple Playback ..................................22

Simple Recording .................................23

LAYBACK AND RECORDING

FEATURES 24

Playback .............................................24

Still Picture...................................................... 24

Slow, Reverse, Reverse Slow Or Fast-Motion

Picture ............................................................24

Manual Tracking............................................. 25

Select The Soundtrack .................................... 26

Superimpose ...................................................27

Skip Search .....................................................28

Repeat Playback ............................................. 28

Index Search ...................................................28

Instant ReView ................................................29

Counter Reset ..................................................29

Counter Memory ............................................ 29

Tape Position Indicator ................................... 30

Next-Function Memory .................................. 30

AV COMPU LINK Playback............................ 30

Active Video Calibration...................... 32

Preparation .....................................................32

Recording .......................................................33

Playback .........................................................34

Recording ............................................35

Record One Program While

Watching Another .......................................... 35

Display Elapsed Recording Time..................... 35

Stereo And SAP (Second Audio Program)........ 36

To Record SAP Programs ................................ 36

TIMER RECORDING 37

VCR Plus+ Timer Programming ............ 37

Enter Program Information.............................. 37

Instant Timer Recording (ITR) ............... 39

On-Screen Timer Programming ........... 39

Check And Cancel Programs .......................... 41

Auto Timer ......................................................42

EDITING 43

Edit To Or From Another VCR............... 43

Edit From A Camcorder ....................... 44

Assemble Editing .................................46

SPECIAL FEATURES 47

TV Multi-Brand Remote Control ..................... 47

Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote Control.......... 48

Control Two JVC VCRs ................................... 49

Child Lock ......................................................49

ROUBLESHOOTING 50

Power ................................................. 50

Tape Transport .....................................50

Playback .............................................50

Recording ............................................51

Timer Recording ...................................51

Other Problems....................................52

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 53

Playback .............................................53

Recording ............................................53

Timer Recording ...................................53

PECIFICATIONS 54

NDEX 55

List Of Terms ........................................ 55

Front View ...........................................56

Rear View ...........................................56

Front Display Panel ..............................57

Remote Control ....................................57

Basic

INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR

CHECK CONTENTS

Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in “SPECIFICATIONS” (Z pg. 54).

Connections

Antenna or Cable

Coaxial Cable

Flat Feeder

AC Power Cord

Back of VCR

AC Outlet

Maching Transformer

ANTENNA-IN (Antenna or Cable input)

RF Cable (provided)

75 ohm terminal

RF OUT

SITUATE VCR

Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.

CONNECT VCR TO TV

The connection method you use depends on the type of TV you have.

RF Connection

●

To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals . . .

a– Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV. b– Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANT IN jack

on the rear of the VCR.

c– Connect the supplied RF cable between the RF

OUT jack on the rear of the VCR and the TV’s antenna terminal.

AV Connection

●

To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals . . .

a– Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in

the illustration.

b– Connect an Audio/Video Cable (not supplied)

between the AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks on the rear of the VCR and the AV IN jacks on the TV.

CONNECT VCR TO POWER SOURCE

Connect the power plug to an AC outlet.

● The clock will automatically be set when the antenna

is connected and when the AC is first connected to the VCR (Z pg. 7).

Back of VCR

AUDIO

VIDEO

CH3 CH4

FINAL PREPARATION FOR USE

Select the VCR channel (3 or 4) by setting the switch on the rear of the VCR as shown in the illustration.

Turn on the power to the TV. You are now able to perform simple playback (Z pg. 22) and recording (Z pg. 23).

(If 'Auto' is displayed on the front display panel, the clock is being set automatically. Wait for the time to be displayed before powering on the VCR.)

NOTES:

●

The VCR channel is the channel on the TV which will display

the audio and video signals from the VCR. The VCR's CH3-

CH4 switch sets the VCR channel to CH3 or CH4.

●

The CH3–CH4 switch is preset to the CH3 position.

Set to CH4 if CH3 is used for broadcasting in your area.

●

If your TV has no AV input terminals, set the channel on the

TV to correspond to the CH3–CH4 switch on the back of the

VCR.

●

Even if your TV has AV input terminals, you must connect it

to the VCR using an RF cable in order to record one show

while watching another (Z pg. 35).

●

For full identification of the VCR's rear panel, refer to the

Index (REAR VIEW Z pg. 56).

INITIAL SETTINGS

Dual Quick Set

IMPORTANT

● Don’t press any buttons on the VCR or remote during Dual Quick Set.

● If you perform Dual Quick Set successfully, there’s no need to perform the Clock (Z pg. 8) and Tuner (Z pg. 12) procedures. If, however, you want to add or delete channels, refer to “Add Or Delete A Channel” on page 14.

ATTENTION CABLE BOX SUBSCRIBERS

If you perform the Dual Quick Set procedure . . .

● Select the PBS channel on your cable box before plugging your VCR’s power plug into the AC outlet. (If you have more than one PBS channel, you may have to select an alternative PBS channel if Dual Quick Set is not successful.)

● If there is no PBS channel in your area, perform the Manual Clock Set procedure (Z pg. 11).

● For automatic clock adjustment to take place the VCR's power must be off and the cable box must be set to the PBS channel at clock adjustment times.

● If you perform Dual Quick Set successfully, D.S.T. will be set to “AUTO”. At the D.S.T. adjustment time (Z pg. 10), your VCR's power must be off and your cable box must be set to the host PBS channel in your area for the D.S.T. adjustment to take place. If the clock is not set correctly, change the D.S.T. setting to “ON” or “OFF. See step 6 of Semi-Auto procedure (Z pg. 9) or step 3 of Manual procedure (Z pg. 11).

With the antenna cable connected the Dual Quick Set function allows the clock and tuner to be set automatically when the power plug is first connected to an AC outlet.

The time and date can be set automatically from clock setting data that is transmitted by one of the regular TV broadcast channels. We call this TV channel the “Host Channel” and it is a PBS channel in your area.

The auto clock set function scans all the channels received by your VCR to find the clock setting data of the Host Channel.

The auto channel set function scans all the channels received by your VCR, then automatically assigns receivable channels to

the CH

buttons, and skips non-receivable channels.

∞

PERFORM DUAL QUICK SET

Make sure that the antenna cable is connected to the VCR. Then connect the VCR’s power plug to an AC

outlet. For connection configuration, refer to “Basic Connections” (Z pg. 6). The clock and tuner channels will automatically be set.

● Auto clock set is performed first. AUTO is displayed on the Front Display Panel during Auto clock set. Auto Channel set is performed next. The channel numbers are displayed in ascending order during auto channel set. When Dual Quick Set has been completed successfully the correct time is displayed.

● The clock can be adjusted automatically by the Host PBS every hour on the hour (except for 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) by the incoming PBS channel clock setting data. (This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR’s power is turned off.)

● If an incorrect time is displayed on the front display panel, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone, or an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. In this case, perform the Semi-Auto procedure (Z pg. 9). Auto channel set (Z pg. 12) has already taken place and it need not be set again.

● If “- -:- -” appears on the display, your antenna cable may not be connected to the VCR, there may not be a Host PBS signal available in your area, or your cable box may not be set to the PBS channel. If everything is connected and set correctly, perform the Manual Clock Set procedure (Z pg. 11). Auto channel set has not yet taken place, so please also perform the “Set Receivable Channels” procedure (Z pg. 12).

During Auto Clock Set

During Auto Channel Set

The channels appear in ascending order, beginning with 1.

Dual Quick Set Completed

The current time (including AM/PM) is displayed.

POWER

CH5∞

TV/VIDEO

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Preparation

Clock

12 45

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POWER

3 6 9

CH5∞

SHUTTLE PLUS 5∞

TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER. If watching channel 3 or 4, press TV/VIDEO to select the VIDEO mode. VIDEO is

displayed on the front display panel.

ACCESS ON-SCREEN MENU

Press MENU to bring up the Main Menu screen.

ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN

At the Main Menu screen, place the arrow next to

“CUSTOM SET” by pressing CH

SHUTTLE PLUS press OK.

Language Select

ACCESS LANGUAGE SELECT SCREEN

The messages are preset to appear in English. If you

want to see them in Spanish or French, place the arrow next to “LANGUAGE SELECT” by pressing CH

PLUS

SELECT LANGUAGE

At the Language Select screen, place the arrow

next to the desired language by pressing

∞

The Custom Set screen reappears.

∞

, then

∞

or SHUTTLE

∞

, then press OK.

∞

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

, then press MENU.

MAIN MENU

PROGRAM SET FUNCTION SET TUNER SET

=CUSTOM SET

VIDEO CALIBRATION

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

CUSTOM SET

OVERRIDE

AUTO CLOCK SET

=LANGUAGE SELECT

VCR PLUS+ SET-UP

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

LANGUAGE SELECT

=ENGLISH

ESPAÑOL FRANCAIS

PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT PRESS (MENU) TO END

Clock Setting

This step must be performed before going on to Auto, Semi-Auto or Manual clock setting procedures (each starts from step 2).

NUMBER

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3 6 9

SHUTTLE PLUS

ACCESS MODE SELECT SCREEN

Place the arrow at the Custom Set screen next to

“OVERRIDE AUTO CLOCK SET” by pressing

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

, then press OK.

∞

=OVERRIDE

AUTO CLOCK SET LANGUAGE SELECT VCR PLUS+ SET-UP

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

Semi-Auto

SELECT MODE

At the Override Auto Clock Set screen, place the

arrow next to “SEMIAUTO CLOCK SET” by pressing CH▲▼ or

SHUTTLE PLUS press OK.

, then

∞

OVERRIDE AUTO CLOCK SET

AUTO CLOCK SET

=SEMI-AUTO CLOCK SET

MANUAL CLOCK SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

ACCESS SELECT SCREENS

At the Semi-Auto Clock Set screen, place the

arrow next to the desired mode by pressing CH▲▼ or SHUTTLE PLUS then press OK.

To select the Host Channel — step 4 To select the Time Zone — step 5 To select the D.S.T. mode — step 6

∞

SEMI-AUTO CLOCK SET

=HOST CHANNEL SELECT

TIME ZONE SELECT D.S.T. SELECT

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

CUSTOM SET

SELECT HOST CHANNEL

You can either select “AUTO”, or enter a PBS

channel number. For automatic channel selection, simply press MENU. To manually select the PBS channel, press the appropriate NUMBER key, CH▲▼ or SHUTTLE PLUS

to cycle through the channel numbers (hold button

∞

down to speed through numbers) and stop when the desired number appears. Press MENU and the SemiAuto Clock Set screen reappears.

NOTE:

There are some PBS channels that do not transmit clock setting data.

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.

HOST CHANNEL SELECT

PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT PRESS (MENU) TO END

(CATV)

CH AUTO

12 45

3 6 9

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

SELECT TIME ZONE

You can either select “AUTO”, or select the

correct zone. If you selected "AUTO" in step 4 and if you live near the boundary of an adjacent time zone, or receive cable TV channels, a PBS channel from a different time zone may become your host channel. Therefore, in this case make sure to manually select the correct time zone. Place the arrow next to your choice by pressing CH MENU to return to the Semi-Auto Clock Set screen.

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

TIME ZONE SELECT

=AUTO MOUNTAIN

ATLANTIC PACIFIC EASTERN ALASKA CENTRAL HAWAII

PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT PRESS (MENU) TO END

SELECT D.S.T. MODE

You have three choices:

a–Select “AUTO” and the

adjustment to your VCR’s clock will be made according to the incoming signal from the host channel. b–Select “ON” and the adjustment will be made based on the clock itself. c–Select “OFF” if Daylight Saving Time doesn’t apply to you.

D.S.T. SELECT

PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT PRESS (MENU) TO END

, then press

∞

=AUTO

ON OFF

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SHUTTLE PLUS

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Place the arrow next to your choice by pressing

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

the Semi-Auto Clock Set screen reappears.

, then press MENU and

∞

IMPORTANT

After performing the Semi-Auto clock set procedure, make sure that the VCR is off before the next hour so that the clock can be set. (The clock is automatically adjusted on the hour except at 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM.)

**AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

This function enables automatic adjustment of the VCR’s clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time. With Auto DST activated, . . . . . . on the first Sunday of April at 2:00 AM, the clock is adjusted

to 3:00 AM.

. . . on the last Sunday of October at 2:00 AM, the clock is

adjusted to 1:00 AM.

Manual

SELECT MODE

At the Override Auto Clock Set screen, place the arrow next to “MANUAL CLOCK SET” by pressing

CH▲▼ or SHUTTLE PLUS

, then press OK.

∞

NUMBER

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 

3 6 9

SHUTTLE PLUS

SET DATE, TIME AND D.S.T.

The Manual Clock Set screen is displayed and the

first setting that can be set begins flashing. Press the appropriate NUMBER keys to set the date and time (if only 1 digit, press "0" first). Press CH▲▼ or SHUTTLE PLUS

to set AM/PM and D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time) to

∞

“ON” (automatic adjustment based on VCR’s clock) or “OFF” (if D.S.T. doesn’t apply to you). Press OK after AM/PM and D.S.T. settings. The next setting that can be set begins flashing. When you’re finished with this set-up procedure, press MENU to start the clock.

NOTE:

and SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

all operations. (In this case, press OK after each setting.)

MANUAL CLOCK SET

DATE 1/ 1/96 MON TIME – – : – – AM D.S.T. ON

PRESS NUMBER KEY(0-9)

OR (5,∞), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

can be used to perform

∞

MAKE CORRECTIONS

To change any of the settings, press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS ™ £ until the item you want to change

blinks, then set as in step 3.

Auto

Auto need only be selected if Semi-Auto or Manual had previously been selected.

SELECT MODE

At the Override Auto Clock Set screen, place the arrow next to “AUTO CLOCK SET” by pressing CH

SHUTTLE PLUS

as necessary to return to the normal screen.

, then press MENU as many times

∞

TV/VIDEO

POWER

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Set Receivable Channels

Tuner

12 45

3 6 9

POWER

TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER. If watching on channel 3 or 4, press TV/ VIDEO to select the VIDEO mode. VIDEO is displayed

on the front display panel.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU as many times as necessary.

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Place the arrow next to "TUNER SET" by pressing

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

, then press OK.

∞

ACCESS BAND SCREEN

Place the arrow next to "BAND" by pressing

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

, then press OK.

∞

=BAND

AFC AUTO CHANNEL SET MANUAL CHANNEL SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

TUNER SET

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SHUTTLE PLUS

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SET FREQUENCY BAND

If you receive your TV channels from an external

antenna, select "TV". If you receive your TV channels from a cable TV system, select "CATV". Place the arrow next to your choice by pressing

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

, then press MENU to return to the Tuner Set screen.

∞

BAND

=CATV

PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT PRESS (MENU) TO END

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PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL SET

Place the arrow next to "AUTO CHANNEL SET" by

pressing CH SHUTTLE PLUS

press OK. Receivable channels in your area are automatically assigned to

the CH non-receivable channels are skipped.

NOTES:

●

At the end of Auto Channel Set, “SCAN COMPLETED” appears on screen.

●

If the scan was unsuccessful, “SCAN COMPLETED– NO SIGNAL” appears on screen. Check the band setting and connections and start again.

∞

buttons, and

∞

, then

AUTO CHANNEL SET

PRESS (MENU) TO END

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU as many times as necessary.

(TV)

CH 2 ADD

SCANNING ...

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SHUTTLE PLUS

 

ADD

NUMBER

CH.SKIP

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SHUTTLE PLUS

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Add Or Delete A Channel

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Access by performing steps 2 and 3 of the Tuner procedure on page 12.

● To add a channel, go to step 2.

● To delete a channel, skip to step 4.

ACCESS AFC SCREEN

Place the arrow next to "AFC" by pressing CH SHUTTLE PLUS

, then press OK.

∞

MAKE SELECTION

Place the arrow next to "SPCL" by pressing CH

or SHUTTLE PLUS then press MENU to return to the Tuner Set screen.

∞

PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT PRESS (MENU) TO END

AFC

NORM

=SPCL

ACCESS MANUAL CHANNEL SET SCREEN

Place the arrow next to "MANUAL CHANNEL SET" by pressing CH

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

, then press OK.

∞

STORE DESIRED CHANNEL

Input the channel number using the NUMBER keys or

by pressing CH SHUTTLE PLUS press ADD to add or CH.SKIP to delete. Repeat

for each channel you want to store or skip.

∞ 5

, then

∞

MANUAL CHANNEL SET

(CATV)

CH 125 SKIP

SELECT CH NO. AND

PRESS (ADD/SKIP)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

∞

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU as many times as necessary.

Tuner And Cable Box Controller

This procedure is required if you receive your TV channels through a cable box (descrambler). The Cable Box Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch cable box channels, allowing you to timer-record programs from various cable stations. The Cable Box Controller is effective for recording shows that have been programmed using VCR Plus+ (Z pg. 37) or On-Screen Timer Programming (Z pg. 39).

Situate And Connect Controller

Suggested Location

Place the cable box on top of the VCR. Attach the VCR's Cable Box Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller’s transmitter pointed towards the cable box’s remote sensor.

Cable box

Your VCR

Controller (suggested locations)

Cable box

Controller

Transmitter

SITUATE CONTROLLER

Place the Cable Box Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the cable box’s remote

sensor is unobstructed.

ATTACH CONTROLLER

Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strips.

CONNECT CABLE BOX TO VCR

The connection method depends on the type of cable box you have.

If your cable box has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors . . .

. . . connect them to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors on your VCR.

If your cable box doesn’t have AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors . . .

. . . connect the antenna output connector on the cable box to the ANT.IN connector on the rear of your VCR.

NOTE:

Refer to your cable box’s instruction manual during connection.

CONNECT CONTROLLER TO VCR

Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR.

Your VCR

Connected to ANT. IN

CABLE

BOX

Connected to VIDEO/ AUDIO IN

About Your Cable Box

This VCR has two separate methods to control your Cable Box.

●

The VCR's Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your Cable Box. This eliminates the need for a separate Cable Box Remote Control Unit.

●

The VCR's Cable Box Controller can also control your Cable Box. This allows the VCR to change your Cable Box's channel number during timer recording.

Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCR's Remote Control unit, refer to page 48.

POWER

TV/VIDEO

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Set Cable Box Output Channel

TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER. If watching channel 3 or 4, press TV/ VIDEO to select the VIDEO mode. VIDEO is displayed

on the front display panel.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU as many times as necessary.

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POWER

3 6 9

SHUTTLE PLUS

ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN

Press CH PLUS

arrow next to “CUSTOM SET”, then press OK.

∞

to place the

∞

or SHUTTLE

PROGRAM SET FUNCTION SET TUNER SET

=CUSTOM SET

VIDEO CALIBRATION

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

ACCESS VCR PLUS+ SET-UP SCREEN

Press CH PLUS

arrow next to “VCR PLUS+ SET-UP”, then press OK.

∞

to place the

∞

or SHUTTLE

OVERRIDE

AUTO CLOCK SET LANGUAGE SELECT

=VCR PLUS+ SET-UP

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

ACCESS CABLE BOX OUTPUT SCREEN

Press CH PLUS

arrow next to “CABLE BOX OUTPUT”, then press OK.

∞

to place the

∞

or SHUTTLE

VCR PLUS+ SET-UP

GUIDE CHANNEL SET GUIDE GHANNEL MAP

=CABLE BOX OUTPUT

CABLE BOX BRAND SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

MAIN MENU

CUSTOM SET

SELECT CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL

Your selection depends on how your cable box is

connected to your VCR.

If your cable box is connected to your VCR using an RF connection . . .

. . . press CH SHUTTLE PLUS

place the arrow next to the channel number representing the cable box’s output (2–6).

If your cable box is connected to your VCR’s AUDIO/ VIDEO IN connectors . . .

. . . press CH arrow next to “ON LINE”.

∞

or SHUTTLE PLUS

∞

CABLE BOX OUTPUT

=OFF

PRESS (5,∞), TO SELECT

PRESS (MENU) TO END

ON CH2 ON CH3 ON CH4 ON CH5 ON CH6 ON LINE

to place the

∞

NUMBER

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ENTER

3 6 9

SHUTTLE PLUS

RETURN TO VCR PLUS+ SET-UP SCREEN

Press MENU.

Set Cable Box Brand

TURN ON CABLE BOX

Select a channel other than channel 9 on your Cable Box.

ACCESS CABLE BOX BRAND SET SCREEN

At the VCR Plus+ Set-Up screen, press CH

SHUTTLE PLUS

place the arrow next to “CABLE BOX BRAND SET”, then press OK.

∞

ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND

Press the appropriate

NUMBER keys to enter the

Cable Box Code from the CABLE BOX BRAND LIST on page 18, then press ENTER.

● If the cable box’s channel changes to 9, setting is complete.

● If there are more than one code number listed for your brand of cable box, repeat step 3 until the cable box’s channel changes to 9.

● If you go through all listed code numbers and the channel doesn’t change, try all other numbers between 1 and 101.

VCR PLUS+ SET-UP

GUIDE CHANNEL SET GUIDE GHANNEL MAP CABLE BOX OUTPUT

=CABLE BOX BRAND SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

CABLE BOX BRAND SET

SELECT BRAND NO. AND PRESS (ENTER) PRESS (MENU) TO END

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU as many times as necessary.

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NOTES:

●

Although the supplied Cable Box Controller is compatible with many different cable box brands, it is possible that it will not work with your cable box.

●

If your cable box doesn’t respond to any code between 1 and 101, you can’t use the Controller to change cable box channels. In this case, make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording. Please contact your cable company about the possibility of exchanging your current cable box with one that is compatible with your VCR.

●

The VCR can only change the cable box channel through the Cable Box Controller during timer recording.

●

If your cable box is one that can’t be operated with a remote control (has no remote sensor), you can’t use the Cable Box Controller to change its channels. Make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording.

You can now set up the VCR Plus+ feature ( Z pg. 19).

CABLE BOX BRAND LIST

BRAND CODE

ARCHER 52, 53, 54, 85, 86 CABLEVIEW 85, 86 CITIZEN 85, 86 CURTIS 13, 14, 15, 16 DIAMOND 52, 53, 54 EAGLE 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37 EASTERN 51 GC BRAND 85, 86 GEMINI 55, 56 GENERAL ELECTRIC 67 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 101 HAMLIN 23, 24 JERROLD 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 101 MACOM, HITACHI 57, 58, 59 MAGNAVOX 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49 MOVIETIME 71, 72, 73 NSC 71, 72, 73 OAK 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 PANASONIC 25, 26, 27 PHILIPS 38, 39, 40, 41, 42 PIONEER 7, 8 PULSER 85, 86 RCA 25, 26, 27 REGAL 78, 79, 80 REGENCY 51 SAMSUNG 74, 75, 76 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 13, 14, 15, 16 SL MARX 74, 75, 76 SPRUCER 25, 26, 27 STARGATE 74, 75, 76, 85, 86 SYLVANIA 70 TEKNIKA 68, 69 TELECAPTION 100 TELEVIEW 74, 75, 76 TEXSCAN 28, 29 TOCOM 62, 63, 64, 65, 66 UNIKA 52, 53, 54, 85, 86 UNIVERSAL 81, 82, 83, 84 VIDEOWAY 9, 10, 11, 12 VID TECH 89 VIDTER 89 VIEWSTAR 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37 ZENITH 9, 10, 11, 12

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