JVC HR-XV32E User Manual

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DVD PLAYER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
HR-XV32E
INSTRUCTIONS
LPT0970-001A
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Safety Precautions

The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING:DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE WARNING:TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT
CAUTION
8 When you are not using the unit for a long period of time, it
8 Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to
WARNING (VHS deck only)
There are two different types of SECAM colour systems: SECAM-L, used in FRANCE (also called SECAM-West), and SECAM-B, used in Eastern European countries (also called SECAM-East).
1. This unit can also receive SECAM-B colour television
2. Recordings made of SECAM-B television signals produce
3. SECAM-L prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a
4. This unit cannot be used for the SECAM-L standard. Use a
IMPORTANT
8 Please read the various precautions on pages 2 and 3 before
8 It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-
EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the mains outlet.
qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.
signals for recording and playback.
monochrome pictures if played back on a video recorder of SECAM-L standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on a PAL video recorder with SECAM-B system incorporated (even if the TV set is SECAM­compatible).
SECAM-L video recorder produce monochrome pictures when played back with this unit.
SECAM-L recorder to record SECAM-L signals.
installing or operating the unit.
recorded tapes, DVDs, or discs without the consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.

SAFETY FIRST

Use only discs marked with the following.
DVD (8 cm /12 cm disc)
Video CDs (8 cm /12 cm disc)
Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
“DTS”and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.
Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with this model.
This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings in the SP mode with regular VHS resolution.
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
S
HOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development
Corporation. The S licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing users only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.
For Italy:
“It is declared that this product, brand JVC, conforms to the Ministry Decree n. 548 of 28 Aug.’95 published in the Official Gazette of the Italian Republic n. 301 of 28 Dec.’95”
HOWVIEW system is manufactured under
Audio CDs (8 cm /12 cm disc)
Super Video CDs (8 cm /12 cm disc)
CAUTION
A DVD/VCR IS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS DVD/VCR USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED. WHEN THIS DVD/VCR IS PLUGGED INTO THE WALL OUTLET, DO NOT PLACE YOUR EYES CLOSE TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER OPENINGS TO LOOK INTO THE INSIDE OF THIS DVD/VCR. USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT REPRODUCTION OF LABELS
WARNING LABEL INSIDE OF THE UNIT
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The STANDBY/ON 1 button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off. “`” shows electrical power standby and “ ON.
Video tapes recorded with this unit in the LP (Long Play) mode cannot be played back on a single-speed video recorder. (VHS deck only)
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear.)
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
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Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the unit, remote control or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the unit —
— 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
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)
3. DO NOT
4. DO NOT or remote control.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
5. DO NOT
6. DO NOT water. Also DO NOT place any containers filled with water or
liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on top of this unit.
7. DO NOT candles, on the apparatus.
8. AVOID
block the unit’s ventilation openings or holes.
place heavy objects on the unit or remote control. place anything which might spill on top of the unit
expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. use this equipment in a bathroom or places with
place any naked flame sources, such as lighted
violent shocks to the unit during transport.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the unit 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 unit turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.
ATTENTION
To mobile phone users:
Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the unit may cause picture vibration on the TV screen or change the screen to a blue back display.
On placing the unit:
Some TVs or other appliances generate strong magnetic fields. Do not place such appliances on top of the unit as it may cause picture disturbance.

Contents

SAFETY FIRST 2
Safety Precautions ....................................................................2
DISC INFORMATION 4
About Discs .............................................................................4
INDEX 6
INSTALLING YOUR NEW UNIT 9
Basic Connections ...................................................................9
INITIAL SETTINGS 10
Auto Set Up ...........................................................................10
Preset Download ...................................................................12
Monitor Set (DVD deck) .........................................................14
Language ...............................................................................15
OPERATIONS ON VHS DECK 18
Basic Playback .......................................................................18
Playback Features ..................................................................19
Basic Recording .....................................................................21
Recording Features ................................................................22
B.E.S.T. Picture System ...........................................................23
HOWVIEW
S
Express Timer Programming ...................................................26
Automatic Satellite Programme Recording .............................28
OPERATIONS ON DVD DECK 30
Basic Playback .......................................................................30
Playback Features ..................................................................31
Using the on-screen bar .........................................................35
Parental Lock .........................................................................44
About MP3 Disc ....................................................................48
MP3 Playback ........................................................................49
About JPEG Disc ....................................................................51
JPEG Playback .......................................................................52
EDITING (VHS DECK) 54
Edit From A Camcorder ..........................................................54
Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder ..............................55
Dubbing (from DVD to VHS) .................................................56
EDITING (DVD DECK) 57
Digital Audio Dubbing ...........................................................57
REMOTE CONTROL 58
Remote Control Functions ......................................................58
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 60
Connecting To A Satellite Receiver ........................................60
Connecting/Using A Decoder ................................................61
Connecting To A Dolby Digital Decoder or An Amplifier
SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS 62
Mode Set (VHS deck) .............................................................62
Mode Set (DVD deck) ............................................................65
Tuner Set ...............................................................................68
Video Channel Set .................................................................73
Clock Set ...............................................................................74
Child Lock .............................................................................75
TROUBLESHOOTING 76
®
Timer Programming ............................................24
With A Built-in DTS (DVD deck only) ................................61
SPECIFICATIONS 79
LIST OF TERMS 80
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About Discs

Playable Discs

You can use discs with the following logos for playback only.
DVD VIDEO Video CD/Super Video CD
Audio CD
CD-DA files
The following discs also can be played back.
• DVD-R/RW discs recorded in DVD VIDEO format and finalized.
• CD-R/RW discs recorded in Super Video CD, Video CD or Audio CD format and finalized.
• CD-R/RW discs recorded in MP3 format in accordance with the “ISO 9660” format. (See page 48 for details.)
• CD-R/RW discs recorded in JPEG format in accordance with the “ISO 9660” format. (See page 51 for details.)
Discs other than the above cannot be played back.
Operation and audio quality of this unit are not guaranteed for
discs that do not conform to the Compact Disc specification (CD-DA). Before you play back a CD, check for the CD logo and read the notes on the package to confirm that it conforms to the Compact Disc specification.
Depending on the intentions of the author of the software, recording conditions of DVD discs and Video CD discs may be restricted. Since this unit plays back discs according to the intentions of the author of the software as indicated on the disc, some functions may not operate as commanded.
When switching from the first layer to the second layer of double-layered DVD VIDEO discs, the image and sound may be momentarily distorted. This is not a malfunction.

DISC INFORMATION

Region Number

The world is divided into 6 regions for DVD VIDEO discs. DVD VIDEO discs are assigned a region number to indicate which region they may be played back in. A disc cannot be played back on this unit unless the region number of the disc matches that of the unit. The region number for this unit is “2”. Only discs whose region number includes “2” can be played back such as shown below.
Examples of DVD VIDEO labels which can be played back using this unit.
ALL
2
2
52
534
2
3
1
5
6
4
Marks of discs in this instruction manual
Allows operation with a DVD VIDEO disc.
Allows operation with a Video CD disc.
Allows operation with a disc including MP3 files.
Allows operation with an Audio CD disc.
Allows operation with a CD-R/RW disc.
Allows operation with a SVCD disc.
Allows operation with a disc including JPEG files.

DVD VIDEO Marks

Sometimes marks are printed on a DVD disc and/or on its packaging to indicate information regarding the contents and functions of a disc. Check marks indicating the contents and functions of a disc. Note, however, that in some cases a disc may not include a mark even for a function it supports.
Marks related to video
Number of subtitles Number of angles

Unplayable Discs

The following types of discs cannot be played using this unit. Do not attempt to play back any kind of disc that is damaged (cracked, warped, or repaired with adhesive tape) or discs in unusual shapes (heart-shaped, octagonal, or other forms). If such discs are accidentally played back, it may cause noise that can lead to speaker damage.
CD-ROM discs (including PHOTO-CD)
DVD AUDIO discs
Super Audio CDs (SACD)
DVD-RW discs recorded in VR format
DVD-RAM
Discs which have a region number other than “2”
Recorded under the standard 4:3 aspect ratio
Video playback is in Wide video mode (16:9) on wide televisions, but in letter box on televisions with standard 4:3 aspect ratio.
Video playback is in Wide video mode (16:9) on wide televisions, but pan and scan is used on televisions with standard 4:3 aspect ratio (either the left or right side of the image is cut-out).
Screen includes black bands at top and bottom of image which has a standard 4:3 aspect ratio (letter box)
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Marks related to audio
Number of audio tracks
Dolby Digital mark Dolby Laboratories has developed a digital surround system for the home. This mark indicates that you may enjoy 5.1-channel audio (front left and right, center, rear left and right, and a channel for LFE (Low-Frequency Effects)).
DTS (Digital Theater System) You can enjoy DTS audio if you connect an amplifier with a built-in DTS decoder to the DIGITAL AUDIO OUT connector of the unit.

File Structure of Discs

DVD VIDEO
Typically, DVD VIDEO discs are made up of larger units called “titles”. Each title has a number (title number) that can be used to select desired titles. Titles are further divided into units called “chapters”. Each chapter has a number (chapter number) that can also be used to select desired chapters. Note that some discs are not divided into titles and chapters.
Tit le1 Tit le2
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 1Chapter 3
Audio CD/Video CD
Typically, Audio CD discs are divided into separate tracks each containing one song. Each track is assigned a number. For example, the third track is Track 3. The same is true for Video CD discs.
Track 1 Track 4Track 3Track 2
Chapter 2
2 Place the disc.
Place the disc in the disc tray with the label side facing up.
Since disc size changes depending on the disc to be played back, be sure to correctly align the disc with the grooves for its size. If the disc is not in its groove, it may be scratched or otherwise damaged.
To insert an 8 cm disc, place it according to the inner groove.

Care and Handling of Discs

How to handle discs
When handling a disc, do not touch the surface of the disc. Since discs are made of plastic, they are easily damaged. If a disc gets dirty, dusty, scratched or warped, the images and sound will not be picked up correctly, and such a disc may cause the unit to malfunction.
Label side
Do not damage the label side, stick paper to or use any adhesive on its surface.
Storage
Make sure that discs are kept in their cases. If discs are piled on top of one another without their protective cases, they can be damaged. Do not put discs in a location where they may be exposed to direct sunlight, or in a place where the humidity or temperature is high. Avoid leaving discs in your car!
Maintenance of discs
If there are fingerprints or other dirt adhering to a disc, wipe with a soft dry cloth, moving from the center outwards. If a disc is difficult to clean, wipe with a cloth moistened with water. Never use record cleaners, petrol, alcohol or any anti­static agents.
NOTE:
Video CD discs that support Playback Control (PBC)
The still image or motion image which follows a menu screen is called a “scene”. Each scene has a scene number. For more details, refer to “Locating a desired scene using the menu of a Video CD with PBC” (
pg. 31).

Placing a Disc

1 Open the disc tray.
Press x on the DVD deck to open the disc tray.
Pressing the button again closes the disc tray.
Do not block the disc tray with your hand while it is opening or closing as this may result in hardware failure.
Do not place unplayable discs or any object other than a disc in the disc tray.
Do not press down strongly on the disc tray or place any heavy objects on it.
CAUTION
Sometimes during playback, noise or images may be garbled. This is sometimes due to the disc. (It may not be up to industry standards.) These symptoms are caused by the discs, not by the malfunction of the unit.
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FRONT VIEW

A STANDBY/ON Button (1) pg. 10 B VCR Indicator C Cassette Loading Slot D VCR/DVD Button pg. 18, 21, 30 E Disc Tray F DVD Indicator pg. 30 G Stop Button (8) H Play Button (4) I DVD Open/Close Button (x) J Cassette Eject Button (x) K Video/Audio Input Connectors (VIDEO/AUDIO)
pg. 54
L Infrared Beam Receiving Window M Front Display Panel
pg. 18, 21
pg. 18, 21, 30
pg. 18, 30
pg. 30
pg. 18, 21
pg. 7

INDEX

N Record Button (7) O Rewind Button (3) P Fast Forward Button (5) Q Programme Button (PR +/–) R Automatic Satellite Programming Button (SAT#)
pg. 28
To access covered connectors or buttons, pull and open the cover.
pg. 21
pg. 18, 19, 32
pg. 18, 19, 32
pg. 21

REAR VIEW

DVD
A Region Number Label pg. 4 B Mains Power Cord C L-1 Input/Output Connector (L-1 IN/OUT)
55, 60, 61
D Audio Output Connectors (AUDIO OUT (L/R)) E Antenna Input Connector (ANTENNA IN)
pg. 9
pg. 9,
pg. 9
F Digital Audio Output Connector
(DIGITAL AUDIO OUT)
G L-2 Input/Decoder Connector
(L-2 IN/DECODER) pg. 55, 60, 61
H Remote Pause Connector (PAUSE) I
Antenna Output Connector (ANTENNA OUT) 墌pg. 9
pg. 57, 61
pg. 54
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FRONT DISPLAY PANEL

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A “Timer” Indicator pg. 25, 26 B Automatic Satellite Programme Recording Indicator
(N) pg. 28
C Channel/Clock Display
Mode Display (L-1, L-2, F-1 or SAT*)
* When “L-2 SELECT” is set to “SAT” (pg. 64), “SAT” appears
instead of “L-2”.
Counter Display Tape Speed (SP/LP)
pg. 21
Multi-information window*
* The current group/title/track/chapter number(s), time and status
information.

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY (VHS deck)

If you press ––:–– on the remote control when “O.S.D.” is set to “ON” ( appear on the TV screen. For On-screen display for DVD deck, refer to “Using the on-screen bar” (
pg. 63), various operational indicators
pg. 35).
D VCR Mode Indicator E VCR Indicator
pg. 22
F Cassette Type Indicator G Tape Remaining Time Indicator pg. 22 H DVD Mode Indicator
I VPS/PDC Indicator pg. 24, 26 J Type of Broadcast
pg. 23
K Current Day/Month/Year L Clock Display M Channel Position Number and Station Name/Auxiliary
Input Indicator (L-1, L-2, F-1 or SAT*)
* When “L-2 SELECT” is set to “SAT” (pg. 64), “SAT” appears
instead of “L-2”.
N “Cassette Loaded” Mark
A Operation Mode Indicators B Tape Speed (SP/LP) C Tape Direction D Index Mark Indicator (MARK)
pg. 21
E Counter Display F Tape Remaining Time Indicator G Audio Mode Display
pg. 20
pg. 22
H Tape Position Indicator
The tape position indicator appears on the TV screen when you press 3 or 5 from the Stop mode or perform an Index Search. (
pg. 19) The position of
q” in relation to “0” (beginning) or “+” (end) shows you where you are on the tape.
Beginning End
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape being used, the tape position indicator may not appear correctly.
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REMOTE CONTROL

Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also be used to operate your TV. (
How To Use
The remote control can operate most of your unit’s functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets of JVC and other brands. (
pg. 59)
Point the remote control toward the receiving window.
The maximum operating distance of the remote control is
about 8 m.
NOTES:
When inserting the batteries, be sure to insert in the correct directions as indicated under the battery cover.
If the remote control doesn’t work properly, remove its batteries, wait a short time, replace the batteries and then try again.
pg. 59)
INDEX (cont.)
A VCR Button pg. 18, 21 B TV/VCR/DVD switch C Menu Button (MENU) D Auto Tracking Button
Tape Speed Button (p) Top Menu Button (TOP MENU)
E Stop Time Button (STOP +/–)
Play Set Up Button (PLAY SETUP) Title Button (TITLE)
F Start Time Button (START +/–)
Repeat Button (REPEAT) Zooming Button (ZOOM)
G Number Keys H Daily Button (DAILY) I VPS/PDC Button J Reset Button (0000)
Cancel Button (&)
K Play Button (4) L Rewind Button (3) M Stop Button (8) N Record Button (7) O Reverse Skip/Index Button (2)
Review Button ( )
P rt Button
TV/VCR Programme Button (TV/VCR PR +/–)
pg. 10
pg. 59
Q Set Up Menu Button (SET UP MENU) R 3D-PHONIC Button S TV Volume Button (TV %+/–) T DVD Button U STANDBY/ON Button (1) V TV Muting Button (^)
Audio Monitor Button (A.MONITOR)
W TV/VCR Button X Date Button (DATE +/–)
Subtitle Button (SUB TITLE) Angle Button (ANGLE)
* With this button, you can also adjust the brightness of front
display panel and illumination on the unit. +: brightens the display –: darkens the display
Y Programme Button (PR +/–) pg. 21 Z Programming Button (PROG) a Timer Button (#) b Weekly Button (WEEKLY) c Programme Check Button (")
Return Button (RETURN)
d Automatic Satellite Programming Button (REC LINK)
pg. 30
pg. 28
e Auxiliary Button (AUX) f Fast Forward Button (5) g Pause Button (9) h Forward Skip/Index Button (6) i OK Button j we Button k Display Button (– –:– –) l Skip Search Button ( )
DVD Picture Button (DVD PICTURE)
pg. 11
pg. 14
pg. 14
pg. 31
pg. 20
pg. 21
pg. 31
pg. 26
pg. 35
pg. 50, 53
pg. 26
pg. 36, 50, 53
pg. 33
pg. 21, 24, 31, 50, 53
pg. 25, 27
pg. 24, 26
pg. 22
pg. 27
pg. 18, 30
pg. 18, 19, 32
pg. 18, 21, 30
pg. 21
pg. 19, 31
pg. 20
pg. 14
pg. 33
pg. 59
pg. 10
pg. 59
pg. 20
pg. 22
pg. 26
pg. 40
pg. 41
pg. 24, 26
pg. 25, 26
pg. 25, 27
pg. 27
pg. 31
pg. 54
pg. 18, 19, 32
pg. 19, 21, 30
pg. 19, 31
pg. 22pg. 19
pg. 34
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INSTALLING YOUR NEW UNIT

Basic Connections

Mains outlet
Mains power cord
Back of unit
21-pin SCART cable (not provided)
TV
TV aerial cable
RF cable (provided)
EN 9
It’s essential that your unit be properly connected.
THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.
Check the contents.
A
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in “SPECIFICATIONS” on page 79.
Situate the unit.
B
Place the unit on a stable, horizontal surface.
Connect the unit to TV.
C
The connection method you use depends on the type of TV you have.
RF Connection
8 To connect to a TV with NO AV input connectors —
A Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV. B Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANTENNA IN
connector on the rear panel of the unit.
C Connect the provided RF cable between the
ANTENNA OUT connector on the rear panel of the unit and the TV’s aerial connector.
AV Connection
8 To connect to a TV with AV input connectors —
If your TV is equipped with a 21-pin SCART connector, perform AV connection to improve picture quality during tape playback. A Connect the aerial, unit and TV as per “RF
Connection”.
B Connect an optional 21-pin SCART cable between the
L-1 IN/OUT connector on the rear panel of the unit and the TV’s 21-pin SCART connector.
Connect the unit to mains.
D
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains outlet.
After the connection is completed, perform “Auto Set Up” on page 10.
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Auto Set Up

Auto Channel Set/Auto Clock Set/ Auto Guide Program Number Set
After the 1 button on the unit or remote control is pressed for the first time to power on the unit your country*, the Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock** and Guide Program numbers automatically.
* If you live in Belgium (BELGIUM) or Switzerland (SUISSE), you also
need to select your language.
**If you live in Hungary (MAGYARORSZÁG), Czech Republic (
REPUBLIKA), Poland (POLSKA) or other countries in Eastern Europe (OTHER EASTERN EUROPE), set the clock manually.
Before starting, make sure of the following:
The TV aerial cable should be connected to the unit.
The unit’s mains power cord should be connected to a
mains outlet.
The TV should be set to its AV mode (with AV connection
pg. 9) or UHF channel 36 (with RF connection pg. 9).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
, by simply selecting
C
ESKÁ

INITIAL SETTINGS

Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1 on the unit or remote control. The Country Set display appears on the TV screen.
NOTE:
If you have connected your TV to the unit with RF connection and the on-screen display appearing on UHF channel 36 looks distorted, perform “Video Channel Set” on page 73.
Select your country.
B
Press rt to move the highlight bar (pointer) to your country’s name.
(Example) DEUTSCHLAND is selected.
NOTES:
If you have selected BELGIUM or SUISSE, go to step C.
If you have selected MAGYARORSZÁG, CESKÁ REPUBLIKA,
POLSKA or OTHER EASTERN EUROPE, press OK. The Clock Set screen appears. Set the clock manually ( go to step D.
If you have selected any other country name, go to step D.
pg. 74), then
Select the language.
C
Press OK. The Language Set display appears on the TV screen. Press rt to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the language of your choice.
(Example) DEUTSCH is selected.
NOTE:
The selected language is only available on the screen for VHS deck. Set manually the on-screen language for the DVD deck. (
pg. 16)
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Perform Auto Set Up.
D
Press OK. The AUTO SET/T-V LINK display appears on the front display panel and/or on the TV screen.
On the front display panel Press rt to select “AUTO” and press OK or e.
On the on-screen display
Press rt to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “AUTO SET” and press OK or e.
While Auto Set Up is in progress, do NOT press any button on the unit or remote control until the front display panel shows either the display as illustrated in step E or “– –:– –” as illustrated on page 13.
If you are using the on-screen display, the AUTO SET screen will appear. As Auto Set Up progresses, the “q” mark on the TV screen moves from left to right.
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TTENTION
Once you have performed Auto Set Up, even if the unit’s memory backup has expired, all the stored stations and their Guide Program numbers remain in the unit’s memory and the unit will not perform Auto Set Up again. The unit performs only Auto Clock Set when the unit is turned on. If you have moved to a different area, perform each setting as required.
Video channel setting (for RF connection users)
Tuner setting
Clock setting
If a new station starts broadcasting in your area, perform tuner setting ( setting (
pg. 68pg. 74
pg. 68) and, if necessary, video channel
pg. 73).
pg. 73
NOTES:
In areas where no TV station transmits a PDC (Programme Delivery Control) signal, the unit can perform neither Auto Clock Set nor Auto Guide Program Number Set.
If there is a power cut, or if you press 1 or SET UP MENU while Auto Set Up is in progress, Auto Set Up will be interrupted; be sure to turn off the unit power once and try again from step A.
Auto Clock Set may not function properly depending on the reception condition.
If no sound accompanies the picture or the audio sounds unnatural on some channels that have been stored by Auto Set Up, the TV system setting for those channels may be incorrect. Select the appropriate TV system for those channels. (
pg. 70, “INFORMATION”)
Beginning End
When you have connected the unit to a TV offering T-V Link via a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable ( turned on, the unit automatically performs the Preset Download ( SET” for Auto Set Up function.
E
With RF Connection
The video channel that is shown on the display panel is your video channel. Press OK.
If you have selected MAGYARORSZÁG, CESKÁ REPUBLIKA, POLSKA or OTHER EASTERN EUROPE in step B on page 10, “2” appears instead of “1”.
To view picture signals from the unit, set your TV to the video channel.
With AV Connection
Press PR – until the display panel shows “1 CH – –” (or “2 CH – –”). Now the video channel is set to off. Then press OK.
To view picture signals from the unit, set your TV to its AV mode.
pg. 12) even if you select “AUTO” or “AUTO
Confirm/Set video channel.
pg. 9) and the TV is
After “Auto Set Up” is completed, perform “Monitor Set (DVD deck)” on page 14.
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Preset Download

Auto Channel Set by Downloading from TV/Auto Clock Set/Auto Guide Program Number Set
If you have connected the unit to your TV via the AV connection (
pg. 9), the unit will automatically perform Preset Download
instead of the Auto Set Up in step D on page 11. After downloading, the unit sets the clock and Guide Program numbers automatically.
ATTENT I O N
You can use this function only with a TV offering T-V Link, etc.* Be sure to use a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable.
* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,
SMARTLINK, Q-Link or DATA LOGIC via fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may differ by system.
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
Perform steps A to C of “Auto Set Up” on page 10 before
continuing.
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
Perform Preset Download.
A
Press OK. The AUTO SET/T-V LINK display appears on the front display panel and/or on the TV screen.
On the front display panel Press rt to select “CH – –” and press OK or e.
On the on-screen display
Press rt to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “T-V LINK” and press OK or e.
Preset positions on the front display panel increase from “CH 1”; do NOT press any button on the unit or remote control until the front display panel shows clock time, “(CH) 1” or “– –:– –” as illustrated on page 13.
If you are using the on-screen display, the T-V LINK screen will appear. Then the GUIDE PROG SET screen will appear during Guide Program Number Set. When Preset Download is completed, “COMPLETED” appears for about 5 seconds, then the normal screen appears.
If you press any button on the unit or remote control while downloading is in progress, it will be interrupted.
NOTES:
For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
In areas where no TV station transmits a PDC (Programme
Delivery Control) signal, the unit can perform neither Auto Clock Set nor Auto Guide Program Number Set.
If there is a power cut, or if you press 1 or SET UP MENU while downloading or set up is in progress, it will be interrupted; be sure to turn off the unit power once and try again from the beginning.
Auto Clock Set may not function properly depending on the reception condition.
On this unit, the characters available for station names (ID) are A–Z, 0–9, –, stations may differ from those of your TV. (
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f, + and I (space). Some names of downloaded
pg. 71)
Set the video channel.
B
Set the video channel to off manually. (pg. 73)
After “Preset Download” is completed, perform “Monitor Set (DVD deck)” on page 14.
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Results of Auto Set Up/Preset Download appear on the front display panel

If both Auto Channel Set and Auto Clock Set have been performed successfully, the correct current time
is displayed.
Turn on the TV and select its video channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the unit’s memory by using the PR button(s).
If station names (ID – unit’s memory, the station name will be displayed at the top left corner of the TV screen for about 5 seconds when the unit is tuned to a different station.
If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel positions, or to set or change station names, see pages 69 – 72.
A Turn on the TV and select its video channel or AV mode, then
make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the unit’s memory by using the PR button(s).
If station names (ID – unit’s memory, the station name will be displayed at the top left corner of the TV screen for about 5 seconds when the unit is tuned to a different station.
If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel positions, or to set or change station names, see pages 69 – 72.
B Perform “Clock Set” on page 74.
Make sure the cables are connected properly and turn off the unit’s power once, then turn the unit’s power back on again. The Country Set display appears on the TV screen; perform “Auto Set Up” on page 10 or “Preset Download” on page 12 again.
IMPORTANT
To check if the Guide Program numbers have been set correctly, perform the S (
pg. 24) (VHS deck only)
In certain reception conditions, station names may not be
stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may not work properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set properly when you timer-record a TV programme using the S
HOWVIEW system, the unit will record a TV programme of a
different station. When programming the timer using the S
HOWVIEW system, be sure to check the desired channel is
selected correctly. ( Programming”) (VHS deck only)
Your unit memorizes all detected stations even if reception of some of them is poor. You can delete those stations with an unacceptable picture. (
pg. 72) have also been stored in the
If Auto Channel Set has succeeded but Auto Clock Set has not, “CH 1” (channel position) is displayed.
pg. 72) have also been stored in the
If both Auto Channel Set and Auto Clock Set have failed, “– –:– –” is displayed.
HOWVIEW Timer Programming.
pg. 24, “SHOWVIEW
®
Tim er
pg. 70, “Delete A Channel”)
INFORMATION
Language for the on-screen display (VHS deck)
Auto Set Up also selects the language automatically for the on­screen display depending on the Country setting you have made in step B on page 10 (unless you have selected BELGIUM or SUISSE), as shown below.
SUOMI PORTUGAL DEUTSCHLAND POLSKA NORGE SVERIGE DANMARK ÖSTERREICH
C
ESKÁ
REPUBLIKA
If you want to change the language setting manually, see “On­screen Language Set (VHS deck)” on page 15.
]
SUOMI ITALIA
]
ENGLISH MAGYARORSZÁG]MAGYAR
]
DEUTSCH ESPAÑA
]
POLSKI NEDERLAND
]
NORSK GREECE
]
SVENSKA OTHER WESTERN
]
DANSK
]
DEUTSCH OTHER EASTERN
]CEc
TINA
EUROPE
EUROPE
]
ITALIANO
]
CASTELLANO
]
NEDERLANDS
]
ENGLISH
]
ENGLISH
]
ENGLISH
Language for the on-screen display (DVD deck)
Set manually the on-screen language for the DVD deck. (
pg. 16)
Just Clock
Your unit is equipped with the Just Clock function which provides accurate time keeping through automatic adjustments at regular intervals, by reading data from a PDC signal. If you want to take advantage of this function, simply set it to “ON”. (
pg. 75, “Just Clock”)
T-V Link Functions
When you connect the unit to your TV via a fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable ( You can use these functions only with a TV offering T-V Link, etc.* For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,
SMARTLINK, Q-Link or DATA LOGIC via fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may differ by system.
TV Auto Power On
The TV will turn on and be set to its AV mode automatically whenever you play a tape. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
Unit Auto Standby
You can use your TV’s remote control to turn off the unit. For details, refer to the instruction manual of your TV.
Direct Rec (VHS deck only)
You can easily start recording the programme that you are watching on your TV. When you use this function, set “DIRECT REC” to “ON”. (
pg. 9), the following functions are available.
pg. 63)
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Monitor Set
(DVD deck)
You can select the monitor type depending on the TV used when you play back DVD VIDEO discs recorded for wide-screen TVs.
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
Select the mode.
D
Press rt to move H to “MONITOR TYPE”, then press OK.
Select the mode setting.
E
Press rt to select the desired setting, then press OK.
Return to the normal screen.
F
Press SET UP MENU.
* The default setting is bold in the table below.
8 MONITOR TYPE
16:9 NORMAL (Wide television conversion):
Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is 16:9 (wide TV).
16:9 AUTO (Wide television conversion):
Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is fixed to 16:9 (wide TV). The unit automatically adjusts the screen width of the output signal correctly when playing back a picture whose aspect ratio is 4:3.
4:3 LB (Letter Box conversion):
Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is 4:3 (conventional TV). While viewing a wide screen picture, the black bars appear on the top and the bottom of the screen.
4:3 PS (Pan&Scan):
Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is 4:3 (conventional TV). While viewing a wide screen picture, the black bars do not appear; however, the left and right edges of the pictures will not be shown on the screen.
PICTURE
MONITOR TYPE
PICTURE SOURCE
SCREEN SAVER
MP3 / JPEG
SELECT
USE TO SELECT, USE OK TO CONFIRM. TO EXIT, PRESS [SET UP MENU].
OK
4:3LB
AUTO
ON
MP3
Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1.
Select the DVD deck.
B
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the DVD indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press DVD so that the DVD indicator lights up.
Access the DVD Set Up menu screen.
C
A Press SET UP MENU. B Press we to select
“PICTURE.
PICTURE
MONITOR TYPE
PICTURE SOURCE
SCREEN SAVER
MP3 / JPEG
SELECT
USE TO SELECT, USE OK TO CONFIRM. TO EXIT, PRESS [SET UP MENU].
OK
4:3LB
AUTO
ON
MP3
Pan&Scan/Letter Box
In general, DVD VIDEO disc are produced for a wide-screen TV with 16:9 aspect ratio. Material with this ratio will not fit to a TV with 4:3 aspect ratio. There are two styles to display the image, “Pan&Scan” and “Letter Box”.
Pan&Scan
The right and left side of the image are cut off. The image fills the screen.
Letter Box
Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the image. The image itself appears in 16:9 aspect ratio.
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Language

Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.

On-screen Language Set (VHS deck)

This VHS deck offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in 13 different languages. Though Auto Set Up selects the language automatically ( change the language setting manually as required.
Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1.
Select the VHS deck.
B
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the VCR indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press VCR so that the VCR indicator lights up.
pg. 13), you can
Select the language.
E
Press rt to move the highlight bar (pointer) to the language of your choice.
You do not have to press OK; pressing OK enters AUTO SET/ T-V LINK screen.
Return to the normal screen.
F
Press SET UP MENU.
Access the Country Set screen.
C
A Press SET UP MENU. B Press rt to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to “AUTO CH SET”, then press OK or e.
Select your country.
D
Press rt to move the highlight bar (pointer) to your country’s name, then press OK or e.
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On-screen Language Set (DVD deck)

This DVD deck offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in 3 different languages. You can change the language setting manually as required.
Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1.
Select the DVD deck.
B
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the DVD indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press DVD so that the DVD indicator lights up.
Access the DVD Set Up menu screen.
C
A Press SET UP MENU. B Press we to select
LANGUAGE”.
LANGUAGE
MENU LANGUAGE
AUDIO LANGUAGE
SUBTITLE
ON SCREEN LANGUAGE
SELECT
USE TO SELECT, USE OK TO CONFIRM. TO EXIT, PRESS [SET UP MENU].
OK
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Menu/Audio/Subtitle Language Set (DVD deck only)

Some DVD discs contain the DVD menu display, audio, subtitle in multiple languages. With these discs, you can set the default language as you like.
The procedure shows how to set “MENU LANGUAGE” on the DVD menu screen as an example.
Turn on the unit.
A
Press 1.
Select the DVD deck.
B
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the DVD indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press DVD so that the DVD indicator lights up.
Access the DVD Set Up menu screen.
C
A Press SET UP MENU. B Press we to select
LANGUAGE”.
LANGUAGE
MENU LANGUAGE
AUDIO LANGUAGE
SUBTITLE
ON SCREEN LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Select the mode.
D
Press rt to move H to “ON SCREEN LANGUAGE”, then press OK.
Select the mode setting.
E
LANGUAGE
MENU LANGUAGE
AUDIO LANGUAGE
SUBTITLE
ON SCREEN LANGUAGE
SELECT
USE TO SELECT, USE OK TO CONFIRM. TO EXIT, PRESS [SET UP MENU].
OK
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Press rt to select the desired setting, then press OK.
Return to the normal screen.
F
Press SET UP MENU.
SELECT
USE TO SELECT, USE OK TO CONFIRM. TO EXIT, PRESS [SET UP MENU].
OK
Select the mode.
D
Press rt to move H to “MENU LANGUAGE”, then press OK.
Select the mode setting.
E
LANGUAGE
MENU LANGUAGE
AUDIO LANGUAGE
SUBTITLE
ON SCREEN LANGUAGE
SELECT
USE TO SELECT, USE OK TO CONFIRM. TO EXIT, PRESS [SET UP MENU].
OK
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
Press rt to select the desired setting, then press OK.
See “Language Code List” (pg. 17).
Return to the normal screen.
F
Press SET UP MENU.
NOTE:
When the selected language is not available on the disc, the disc’s default menu language is played back.
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AA AB AF AM AR AS AY AZ BA BE BG BH BI BN BO BR CA CO CS CY DA DZ EL EO ET EU FA FI FJ FO FY GA GD GL GN GU HA HI HR HU HY IA IE
Afar Abkhazian Afrikaans Ameharic Arabic Assamese Aymara Azerbaijani Bashkir Byelorussian Bulgarian Bihari Bislama Bengali, Bangla Tib etan Breton Catalan Corsican Czech Welsh Danish Bhutani Greek Esperanto Estonian Basque Persian Finnish Fiji Faroese Frisian Irish Scots Gaelic Galician Guarani Gujarati Hausa Hindi Croatian Hungarian Armenian Interlingua Interlingue
IK IN IS IW JI JW KA KK KL KM KN KO KS KU KY LA LN LO LT LV MG MI MK ML MN MO MR MS MT MY NA NE NL NO OC OM OR PA PL PS PT QU RM
Inupiak Indonesian Icelandic Hebrew Yiddish Javanese Georgian Kazakh Greenlandic Cambodian Kannada Korean (KOR) Kashmiri Kurdish Kirghiz Latin Lingala Laothian Lithuanian Latvian, Lettish Malagasy Maori Macedonian Malayalam Mongolian Moldavian Marathi Malay (MAY) Maltese Burmese Nauru Nepali Dutch Norwegian Occitan (Afan) Oromo Oriya Panjabi Polish Pashto, Pushto Portuguese Quechua Rhaeto-Romance
RN RO RU RW SA SD SG SH SI SK SL SM SN SO SQ SR SS ST SU SV SW TA TE TG TH TI TK TL TN TO TR TS TT TW UK UR UZ VI VO WO XH YO ZU
Kirundi Rumanian Russian Kinyarwanda Sanskrit Sindhi Sangho Serbo-Croatian Singhalese Slovak Slovenian Samoan Shona Somali Albanian Serbian Siswati Sesotho Sundanese Swedish Swahili Ta mi l Te lu gu Tajik Thai Tig riny a Tu rk me n Ta ga lo g Setswana Tonga Tu rk is h Tsonga Ta ta r Twi Ukrainian Urdu Uzbek Vietnamese Volapuk Wolof Xhosa Yoruba Zulu
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Basic Playback

Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.

OPERATIONS ON VHS DECK

Load a cassette.
A
Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is pointed toward the unit.
Do not apply too much pressure when inserting.
If the record safety tab has been removed, playback begins automatically. Although the DVD deck is selected, the VHS deck is selected automatically if the DVD deck is in stop mode.
The unit’s power comes on automatically and the counter is reset to 0:00:00.
Select the VHS deck.
B
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the VCR indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press VCR so that the VCR indicator lights up.
Find the programme start point.
C
If the tape is advanced past the start point, press 3. To go forward, press 5.
Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning cassette — ECL-3F — when:
Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.
The picture is unclear or no picture appears.
“USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears on the screen (only
with “O.S.D.” set to “ON”). (
pg. 63)
NOTE:
The heads get dirty in the following cases:
in an environment prone to extreme temperature or humidity
in a dusty environment
flaw, dirt or mold on video tapes
continuous usage for a long time
Start playback.
D
Press 4. “BEST” appears blinking on the front display panel during automatic tracking. (
Stop playback.
E
Press 8. Then press x on the VHS deck to remove the cassette.
pg. 23)
Usable cassettes
Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on this unit. Simply place the recorded cassette into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like any full-sized VHS cassette.
This video recorder is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) that lets you watch tapes recorded in the S-VHS format and the SP mode with regular VHS resolution.
* SQPB does not deliver Super VHS resolution.
This video recorder can record on regular VHS and Super VHS cassettes. However, it will record regular VHS signals only.
* S-VHS recording is not possible with this recorder.
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Playback Features

Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
ATTENT I O N
In the search, still, slow-motion or frame-by-frame playback mode,
the picture will be distorted.
the noise bars will appear.
there may be a loss of colour.
you cannot hear the sound.

Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback

1 Pause during playback.
Press 9.
If there is vertical jitter, press PR +/– on the remote control to correct the picture.
2 Activate frame-by-frame playback.
Press 9.

Slow Motion

During still picture, press and hold 9 for 2 seconds, then release. Press 9 and release again to return to still picture.
The speed changes for each direction by pressing 3 and 5 repeatedly.
NOTE:
During slow motion playback, some noise may appear on the TV screen. Press PR + or – on the remote control to eliminate the noises.

Variable Speed Search

During playback, press 5 for forward variable speed search, or 3 for reverse variable speed search.
The speed changes for each direction by pressing 3 and 5 repeatedly.
When pressing 5: +5x{+7x When pressing 3: –1x]–5x{–7x (Once 3 is pressed, reverse search starts in –1x normal playback speed. After this process, each press of 3 changes the search speed between –5x and –7x.)

Skip Search

During playback, press 1 to 6 times to skip over unwanted sections. Each press initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion playback. Normal playback resumes automatically.
To resume normal playback during a Skip Search, press 4.

Index Search

Your unit automatically marks index codes at the beginning of each recording. This function gives you quick access to any one of 9 index codes in either direction.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure the unit is in the Stop mode.
Activate Index Search.
Press 2 or 6. “2 1” or “6 1” is displayed on the TV screen and search begins in the corresponding direction.
To access index codes 2 through 9, press 2 or 6 repeatedly until the correct index number is displayed.
Example:
To locate the beginning of B from the current position, press 2 twice. To locate the beginning of D from the current position, press 6 once.
When the specified index code is located, playback begins automatically.
Current position
Index number

Next Function Memory

The Next Function Memory “tells” the unit what to do after rewinding. Before continuing, make sure the unit is in the Stop mode.
a- For Automatic Start Of Playback
Press 3, then press 4 within 2 seconds.
b- For Automatic Power Off
Press 3, then press 1 within 2 seconds.
c- For Automatic Timer Standby
Press 3, then press # within 2 seconds.
d- For Automatic Cassette Ejection After Tape Rewind
Press 3, then press x within 2 seconds.
NOTE:
The search speed changes in the same way for SP and LP mode.
To resume normal playback, press 4.
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Instant ReView

Simply by pressing a single button, the unit power comes on, rewinds, and begins playback of the last timer-recorded programme. If you have several programmes recorded, you can easily access any of them.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure that the unit is off and that the Timer mode is disengaged.
Activate Instant ReView.
Press . The unit power comes on and the unit searches for the index code indicating the start of the last timer-recorded programme. Once it’s found, playback begins automatically.
To watch the first of the 3 programmes, press three times. The unit searches and begins playback automatically. You can access a programme as far as 9 index codes away from the current tape position.

Repeat Playback

Your unit can automatically play back the whole tape 100 times repeatedly.
1 Start playback.
Press 4.
OPERATIONS ON VHS DECK (cont.)

Manual Tracking

Your unit is equipped with automatic tracking control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the tracking manually by pressing the PR buttons.
1 Override automatic tracking.
During playback, press p on the remote control.
2 Adjust the tracking manually.
Press PR + or – on the remote control.
Press p again to return to automatic tracking.
NOTE:
When a new tape is inserted, the unit enters the automatic tracking mode automatically.

Soundtrack Selection

Your unit is capable of recording three soundtracks (HI-FI L, HI-FI R and NORM) and will play back the one you select.
During Playback
Pressing A.MONITOR changes the soundtrack as follows:
TRACK
On-Screen Display
HI FI
L j h R
HI FI
L j
HI FI
h R
NORM For audio-dubbed tapes
HI FI
NORM
For Hi-Fi stereo tapes
For main audio of Bilingual tapes
For sub audio of Bilingual tapes
For audio-dubbed tapes
NOTES:
“HIFI L jhR” should normally be selected. In this mode, Hi-Fi stereo tapes are played back in stereo, and the normal audio track is played back automatically for tapes with only normal audio.
For instructions on recording stereo and bilingual programmes, refer to page 23.
“O.S.D.” must be set to “ON” or the on-screen displays will not appear. (
pg. 63)
USE
2 Activate Repeat Playback.
Press 4 and hold for over 5 seconds, then release.
The Play indicator ($) on the front display panel blinks slowly.
After playing back a tape 100 times, the unit stops
automatically.
3 Stop Repeat Playback.
Press 8 at any time.
Pressing 4, 3, 5 or 9 also stops Repeat Playback.
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Basic Recording

Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
Set the tape speed.
D
Press p. The current setting appears on the front display panel or TV screen. Press p again to change the setting while the tape speed is displayed on the TV screen.
Start recording.
E
Press and hold 7 and press 4 on the remote control, or press 7 on the unit.
If “O.S.D.” is set to “ON” (pg. 63), “MARK” blinks on the
screen while an index code is being marked.
When “DIRECT REC” is set to “ON” ( any button just after pressing 7 on the unit (or 7 and 4 on the remote control), the unit may not function properly.
B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the first SP and the first LP recording after inserting the cassette. (
If “DIRECT REC” is set to “ON”, the programme that appears on the TV screen will be recorded. (
Pause/Resume recording.
F
Press 9. Press 4 to resume recording.
You can select channel during the Record Pause mode.
pg. 63), if you press
pg. 23)
pg. 63)
Load a cassette.
A
Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact.
The unit’s power comes on automatically and the counter is reset to 0:00:00.
Select the VHS deck.
B
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the VCR indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press VCR so that the VCR indicator lights up.
Choose a programme.
C
Press PR +/– or the number keys to select the channel you wish to record.
Stop recording.
G
Press 8. Then press x on the VHS deck to remove the cassette.
Recording Resume Function
If there is a power outage during recording, Instant Timer Recording or timer recording ( recording will resume automatically when power is restored to the unit unless the unit’s memory backup has expired.
pg. 21, 22, 26), the
Accidental erasure prevention
To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette, remove its safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
Record safety tab
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Recording Features

Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
OPERATIONS ON VHS DECK (cont.)
3 Set the recording duration.
If you want to record for more than 30 minutes, press 7 to extend the time. Each press extends recording time by 30 minutes.
NOTES:
You can only perform ITR using the 7 button on the unit’s front panel.
Still picture playback stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads.
When the end of the tape is reached during timer recording, the unit stops and “ panel.
When the end of the tape is reached during timer recording or Instant Timer Recording, the unit is turned off and “ “$” blink on the front display panel.
During Instant Timer Recording, any other timer programmed recording won’t start even if their start time has come. In such a case, the timer programmed recording starts (if the end time of the timer programmed recording is set after the end of Instant Timer Recording) after the Instant Timer Recording finishes.
” and “$” blink on the front display
” and

Elapsed Recording Time Indication

1 Set the counter display.
Press ––:–– until a counter reading appears on the front display panel.

Record One Programme While Watching Another

If your unit is connected to the TV via the AV connection, press TV/VCR. The unit’s VCR indicator and the TV broadcast being recorded disappear. Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to set the channel controls on the TV for the station you wish to view.
The programme selected with the TV’s channel controls appears on the TV screen, while the one selected with the unit’s PR buttons is recorded on the tape.
If a decoder is connected to the unit ( select a scrambled channel as well with the TV channel controls.
pg. 61), you can
NOTE:
You can also use the DVD deck in the following cases. Before use, be sure to turn on the unit and select the DVD deck.
During recording
During timer recording
During timer standby mode

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours (selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the unit off after recording is finished.
1 Start recording.
Press 7 on the unit.
2 Reset the counter.
Press 0000 before starting recording or playback.
The counter is reset to “0:00:00” and shows the exact elapsed time as the tape runs. You can check the exact time of a recording or playback.

Tape Remaining Time

Press ––:–– until the time remaining on the tape appears.
The front display panel shows the tape remaining time with “z” displayed.
By pressing the ––:–– button, you can change the display to show the clock time, counter reading or tape remaining time.
NOTES:
When you press ––:––, the on-screen display appears on the TV screen for 5 seconds, then the displays other than the counter disappears. To clear the counter display, press ––:––.
Depending on the type of tape being used, the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away, or is not correct. “– –:– –” may sometimes appear, or the display may blink on occasion.
2 Engage the ITR mode.
Press 7 again. “” blinks and “0:30” appears on the front display panel.
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Receiving Stereo and Bilingual Programmes

Your unit is equipped with a Sound-Multiplex decoder (A2) and a Digital stereo sound decoder (NICAM) making reception of stereo and bilingual broadcasts possible. When the channel is changed, the type of broadcast being received will be displayed on the TV screen for a few seconds.
Type of Broadcast Being Received
A2 Stereo A2 Bilingual Regular Monaural NICAM Stereo NICAM Bilingual NICAM Monaural
To listen to a stereo programme, press A.MONITOR until “HIFI L jhR” appears on the TV screen.
To listen to a bilingual programme, press A.MONITOR until “HIFI L j” or “HIFI h R” appears on the TV screen.
To listen to the standard (Regular Monaural) audio while receiving a NICAM broadcast, press A.MONITOR until “NORM” appears on the TV screen.
NOTE:
“O.S.D.” must be set to “ON”, or the on-screen displays will not appear. (
pg. 63)
To Record Stereo and Bilingual Programmes (A2)
Stereo programmes are automatically recorded in stereo on the Hi-Fi audio track (with the normal audio track recording mixed L and R channel sound).
Bilingual programmes are automatically recorded in bilingual on the Hi-Fi audio track. The main soundtrack will be recorded on the normal audio track.
To Record NICAM Stereo and Bilingual Programmes
The NICAM audio programme will be recorded on the Hi-Fi audio track, and the standard audio programme will be recorded on the normal audio track.
NOTES:
If the quality of stereo sound being received is poor, the broadcast will be received in monaural with better quality.
Before playing back a programme recorded in stereo, or a bilingual programme, refer to “Soundtrack Selection” on page 20.
On-screen Display
ST BIL. (none) ST NICAM BIL. NICAM NICAM

B.E.S.T. Picture System

The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking) system checks the condition of the tape in use during playback and recording, and compensates to provide the highest-possible playback and recording pictures. You can set “B.E.S.T.” to “ON” or “OFF” to your preference. (
pg. 63)

Playback

The unit assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate playback.
The unit adjusts the playback picture quality based on the quality of the tape in use.
B.E.S.T. is active during automatic tracking. “BEST” appears blinking on the front display panel.
“BEST” only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking. Even though it doesn’t appear after that, the B.E.S.T. function is operative.

Recording

The unit assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate recording.
The unit spends approximately 7 seconds assessing the condition of the tape, then begins recording.
ATTENT I O N
Since the B.E.S.T. system works before recording actually starts, there is a delay of approximately 7 seconds after 7 and 4 on the remote control are pressed, or 7 on the unit is pressed. To make sure you record the desired scene or programme in its entirety, first perform the following steps: A Press and hold 9 and press 7 to engage the Record Pause
mode.
The unit then automatically checks the condition of the tape and, after approximately 7 seconds, re-enters Record Pause mode.
B Press 4 to start recording. If you want to bypass the B.E.S.T. system and begin recording immediately, set “B.E.S.T.” to “OFF”.
(pg. 63)
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SHOWVIEW® Timer Programming

With the SHOWVIEW system, timer programming is greatly simplified because each TV programme has a corresponding code number which your unit is able to recognize.
Before performing the SHOWVIEW Timer Programming:
Make sure that the unit’s built-in clock is set properly.
Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The unit will
come on automatically.
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
OPERATIONS ON VHS DECK (cont.)
Enter the SHOWVIEW number.
C
Press the number keys to enter the S of a programme you wish to record.
If you make a mistake, press & and input the correct number.
D
Press OK, then the S
HOWVIEW Program screen
appears (if you’re just starting out, “P1” appears).
IMPORTANT
Make sure the channel position number you wish to record is displayed; if not, or “TV PROG” shows “– –”, press PR +/– to input the channel position number on which your unit receives the station, then press OK or e.
HOWVIEW number
SHOWVIEW SYSTEM
Access the SHOWVIEW Program screen.
Select the VHS deck.
A
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the VCR indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press VCR so that the VCR indicator lights up.
Access the SHOWVIEW screen.
B
Press PROG.
If the number you entered is invalid, “ERROR” appears on the TV screen. Press & and input a valid S
Set the tape speed.
E
Press p.
Set the VPS/PDC mode.
F
Press VPS/PDC (number key “7”) to select “ON” or “OFF”.
If “VPS/PDC ON” is displayed on the TV screen, “VPS/PDC” is set to “ON”.
If “VPS/PDC OFF” is displayed on the TV screen, “VPS/PDC” is set to “OFF”.
“VPS/PDC Recording” on page 25.
HOWVIEW number.
SHOWVIEW SYSTEM
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Return to the normal screen.
G
Press PROG or OK. “PROGRAM COMPLETED” appears on the TV screen for about 5 seconds, then the normal screen appears.
Repeat steps B – G for each additional programme.
Engage the unit’s timer mode.
H
Press #. The unit turns off automatically and “#” appears on the front display panel.
To disengage the timer mode, press # again.
NOTES:
To Change The Stop Time: —press STOP +/– after pressing OK in step D. You can compensate for anticipated programme schedule delays.
To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials: — after pressing OK in step D, press WEEKLY (number key “9”) for weekly serials or DAILY (number key “8”) for daily serials (Monday — Friday). Either “WEEKLY” or “DAILY” appears on the TV screen. Pressing the button again makes the corresponding indication disappear.
You can programme this unit to timer-record as many as 8 programmes. If you try to programme the unit to record a ninth, “PROGRAM FULL” appears on the TV screen and “FULL” appears on the front display panel. To record the extra programme, you must first cancel any unnecessary programmes. (
If there is a conflict in the timer schedule and one programme overlaps with another, the programme starting earlier or programme with the lower programme number will be recorded.
Satellite Receiver Users
To timer-record a satellite broadcast using the SHOWVIEW system:
A Set “L-2 SELECT” to “A/V”. ( B Perform steps A – H. C Set the satellite receiver to the appropriate channel before
the selected programme begins.
D Leave the satellite receiver’s power on.
pg. 27)
pg. 64)

VPS/PDC Recording

Now available from some TV stations, PDC (Programme Delivery Control) and VPS (Video Programme System) are service designed to assure safe, accurate timer recording. With this system, special code signals are transmitted together with the audio/video signals. These code signals control your unit and have precedence over the advertised times you may have preset into the timer. This means that your unit will start and stop recording when the preset TV programmes actually start and end — even if the broadcast time of a preset TV programme is changed.
NOTES:
When you use Express Timer Programming, set the start time (VPS or PDC time) exactly as advertised in the TV listing. A different time than advertised will result in no recording.
VPS/PDC recording is also possible when a satellite receiver or a cable system is connected to L-2 IN/ DECODER connector on your unit.
VPS/PDC recording is also possible via the L-1 IN/OUT connector.
How to check if the station being received transmits a VPS/PDC signal
A Press ––:–– until the channel position appears on the
front display panel.
B Hold down START + for about 5 seconds.
“VPS/PDC” appears blinking on the TV screen. If a VPS/PDC signal is detected from the station, “VPS/PDC” will stop blinking. If no VPS/PDC signal is detected from the station, “VPS/PDC” will blink at a slower rate.
C Press ––:–– or START + again to return to normal display.
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Express Timer Programming

If you do not know the SHOWVIEW number for the programme you wish to record, use the following procedure to set your unit to timer-record the programme.
Before performing Express Timer Programming:
Make sure that the unit’s built-in clock is set properly.
Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The unit will
come on automatically.
Turn on the TV and select the video channel (or AV mode).
Slide the TV/VCR/DVD switch to the right.
OPERATIONS ON VHS DECK (cont.)
Enter the programme start time.
D
Press START +/– to enter the time you want recording to start.
Press and hold START +/– to move in 30-minute increments, or press and release repeatedly to move 1 minute at a time.
Enter the programme stop time.
E
Press STOP +/– to enter the time you want recording to stop.
Press and hold STOP +/– to move in 30-minute increments, or press and release repeatedly to move 1 minute at a time.
Enter the programme date.
F
Press DATE +/–.
The current date appears on the TV screen. The date you enter appears in its place.
Enter the channel position.
G
Press PR +/–.
Example: To timer-record the programme from 21:00 to 22:00 on 25th December, on channel 1.
Select the VHS deck.
A
On the unit
Press VCR/DVD repeatedly so that the VCR indicator lights up.
On the remote control Press VCR so that the VCR indicator lights up.
Access the SHOWVIEW screen.
B
Press PROG.
Access the Programme screen.
C
Press START +/–. (If you’re just starting out, “P1” appears.)
Set the tape speed.
H
Press p.
Set the VPS/PDC mode.
I
Press VPS/PDC (number key “7”) to select “ON” or “OFF”.
If “VPS/PDC ON” is displayed on the TV screen, “VPS/PDC” is set to “ON”.
If “VPS/PDC OFF” is displayed on the TV screen, “VPS/PDC” is set to “OFF”.
“VPS/PDC Recording” on page 25.
Return to the normal screen.
J
Press PROG or OK. “PROGRAM COMPLETED” appears on the TV screen for about 5 seconds, then the normal screen appears.
Repeat steps B – J for each additional programme.
Engage the unit’s timer mode.
K
Press #. The unit turns off automatically and “#” appears on the front display panel.
To disengage the timer mode, press # again.
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