Magnavox VR3440 User Manual

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MAGNAVOX

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODEL VR3440

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INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

The infornmtion in this manual can help you take full advantage of your product's ninny features, and ensure years of safe,

reliable operation. So don't miss out. Read the enclosed i,lstructions, safety tips and

warranty information today.

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Gettina Started

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................................3

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................................................4

Features ....................................................................................................................................................................................4

Before Using Your VCR ................................................................................................................................................5

Getting Hooked Up ....................................................................................................................................................6 - 7

Playing a Tape .......................................................................................................................................................................7

Placing Local Channels in the VCR .......................................................................................................................8

Using the VCR/TVSelector Button .........................................................................................................................9

Setting the Clock .............................................................................................................................................................10

Recording on a Tape ......................................................................................................................................................11

Describing Your Controls

Description of Remote and VCR Controls ...........................................................................................12 - 17

On-Screen Displays (OSD) ........................................................................................................................................18

Doing More

One Touch Recording (OTR) ...................................................................................................................................19

Timer Recording ...................................................................................................................................................20 - 21

Special Playback Features .........................................................................................................................................22

Re-Recording (Tape Duplication) .........................................................................................................................23

Tape Operation .................................................................................................................................................................24

Information You May Need

Technical Notes on Operations ...............................................................................................................................25

Other Hook-Ups You Can Try ......................................................................................................................26 - 29

Before Requesting Service .............................................................................................................................30 - 31

Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................................31

Warranty ...............................................................................................................................................................................32

Glossary ...............................................................................................................................................................................33

Index .......................................................................................................................................................................................34

Accessories .........................................................................................................................................................................35

Safetv Precautions

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or

modifications to this equipment would void the user's authority to operate.

This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS (Video Home System) equipment.

CAUTION:

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

PHILIPS CONSUMER ELECTRONICS COMPANY recommends that you use only cassette tapes which have

been tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6 and 8 hour video

cassette recorders, and which are labeled with the VHS mark.

The use of tapes which have not been tested and inspected for

2, 4, 6 and 8 hour recorders may result in poor picture quality

and excess deposits on the VIDEO head, which may not be

covered by the warranty if damage occurs.

ATTENTION: Pour _viter les chocs _lectdques, 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 (Cable TV) 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.

4 dntroduction

e are pleased to introduce you to one of the most

W popular entertainment products available today. You

have a legal description of your VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) when you record the Serial and Model Numbers in

the spaces provided either on page two (just below the president's signature) or on the Warranty page at the back of this owner's manual. These numbers are located on the back

of the VCR. Keep this manual and numbers near your VCR for quick reference or in case you should have to call for help.

This owner's manual is designed for you. To h.elp you, keep

this color principle in mind: Blue is for Beginning, Green is for Getting Acquainted, Tan is for Taking on More, and Black

is for Back-Up Information.

Blue is for Beginning

The headlines and first (large) letters of introduction in this

opening section are blue. This says you are at the beginning.

The features discussed on these pages are interrelated. To get

the most enjoyment out of your VCR you should do everything in the Blue section. Blue is for Beginning.

Green is for Getting Acquainted

The headlines and first letters in the second section are green. This says buttons and important areas of your VCR and remote control are highlighted and briefly discussed here. This section is for quick reference and can be used at any time. You can even look at it first. Green is for Getting Acquainted.

Tan is for Taking On More

The headlines and first letters in this section are tan. This says you are taking on more features. The pages here are not

interrelated, unless you see "(Continued on next page.)" at the bottom. Each function can be done separately. Tan is Taking

On More.

Black is for Back-Up Information

The headlines and first letters in this, the last section are black. This says there is additional information here you can look at

when you have a question. Or if you're just curious. Definitions are here. So are accessories, other ways of

hooking up your VCR, and an index that helps you find information more quickly. Black is for Back-Up Information.

Numbered Steps and Shaded Areas

Also remember: numbered steps and blue-shaded areas in this manual are the steps necessary to complete a task. You must

do all the blue-shaded areas for each feature to accomplish that feature. There are, however, tan-shaded areas. These

areas tell you how to cancel or alter a feature you have set up. Clear-shaded areas in boxes provide additional information

you may find helpful. The color principle is the same: Blue for Beginning and Tan for Taking on More.

You are now ready to begin.

• HQ (High Quality) System

• Frequency Synthesizer Tuning withAuto Set

Feature

• On Screen Display

• Indicator Panel

• Real TimeCounter

• Special Effects Playback Fast Search

Still

VariableSlow Frame Advance

• Auto Tracking

• One Touch Recording

• Unattended (Timer) Recording

• Auto Operation Functions

• Head Cleaner

• Wireless Remote Control

1 Remove the Battery Compartment

lid from the bottom of the remote

control.

Bottom of the remote control.

Battery Replacement Caution

• Do notmix old andnewbatteries. (Also never mixalkalinebatteries with manganese batteries.)

This remote control and batteries are supplied accessories. Please check to make sure they are included.

Also, check the Accessories page to see what other accessories are included.

2 Install two batteries as indicated

inside the Battery Compartment.

3 Replace the lid.

You can change the recording speed for a tape using the Tape SPEED button.

2 Recording speeds : SP, SLP 3 Playback speeds : SP, LP, SLP

In this VCR, use only tapes with the _ mark. The chart below shows the recording/playback time for 3 types of tapes (T160, T120, T60).

Tape Speed Selector Position

Type of Tapes

SP (Standard Play)

LP (Long Play)(Playback only) SLP (Super Long Play)

*During Playback, the VCR selects the tape speed, SP, LP, or SLE automatically.

T160 T120 T60

2 Hours 40 Minutes 2 Hours I Hour 5 Hours 20 Minutes 4 Hours 2 Hours

8 Hours 6 Hours 3 Hours

Maximum Record / Playback Time

Cassettes have a Record Tab to ensure that recordings are not accidentally erased.

• To prevent accidental erasure: •To record again:

VCRTape Cassette_ /_l_

Break off the tab with

a screwdriver. _. %%

Cover the hole with cellophane tape.

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(For other possible connections, please see pages 26-29.)

Step 1:Disconnect the Antenna or Cable from Your TV.

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Step 2: Connect Your Antenna or Cable to Your VCR.

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Step 3: Connect Your VCR to Your TV.

((

Antennaor Cable

ANT.IN

Back of VCR

(In from Antenna)

ANT. IN

VHF

Back of VCR

Outto TV

ACPowerCord

Plugthe AC(Alternating Current) cord into an ACoutlet.

UHF

Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to channel 3 or 4. To operate the VCR with your TV, set your TV to the

same channel. For example, if your switch is set to channel 3 (CH 3), turn your TV to channel 3.

To avoid local interference, the CH3/CH4 switch position you choose should correspond to the local TV channel that is not

used or least used.

Back of VCR

CHANNEl_

314 Switch

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Now, play a tape to see if you have made the right connections.

Make sure...

the batteries are loaded in the remote control and the connections on pages 6 and 7 have been completed before continuing to the steps below.

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(_ urn theTV on.Set the "IVto the same channel as the switch

on theback of the VCR (CH3/CH4).

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• The VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) Power will come on.

Insert a cassette.*

(_ Press the PLAY button.

• The VCR mode is automatically set. "VCR" Indicator will light.

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• Press the REWIND button to fully rewind the tape.

Press the STOP/EJECT button to stop playback.

• Press the STOP/EJECT button again to remove the.tape.

* startIftheautomatically.recordtab on a cassette (page 5) is removed, playback will

e If acassette is already in the VCR, just press the POWER button.

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AC Outlet

Insert cassette

tape.

VCR

CH 3

----Turn TV on.

VCRindicator

CD 0 C)

To start,

press PLAY

Button.

Tostop, press

STOP/ EJECTor STOP Button.

Now turn to the next page _d place local channels in the

VCR. This puts the VCR in the "NORMAL TV" or "CABLE

TV" mode and places channels in the VCR's memory.

Remote Control

ith this feature, you can program your VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) to receive only the channels available in your area. You can program your VCR to receive either Normal TV channels or Cable TV channels, but not both. With the

Add/Delete feature you can add or delete any channel. You must use your remote control.

AutomaticChannelSetting Make sure...

the steps on pages 6-7 have been completed first, your TV and VCR are on, and your remote control works.

Remote Control

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NUMBERED

VCRCH(annel)

Buttons (_

- UP/DOWN Button

_ MENU

Button

(_ ain menu screen.

(_ proceeding. The memorized channel

First, press the MENU button to display the

Now, press the NUMBERED 3 button to select "TUNER SET UP."

The screen at right appears.

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Press the 2 button to change from "NORMAL TV" to "CABLE TV." Press the 1 button to change from "CABLE TV" to "NORMAL TV."

"(ON)" appears beside your selection.

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Press the NUMBERED 3 button to start Auto Programming. The display shows that Normal TV or Cable TV auto programming is

numbers are displayed on the TV screen.

TV Screen

_TO SELECT PUSH NO SHOWN_

I NORMAL "rv l

2CABLE TV

3 AUTO PROGRAMMING

4 ADD/DELETE

5 CH MEMORY

OEND PUSH MENU

15 17 20 21 27 31

32, 36 42 43 45 47

50 51 52 55 64 67

for example °, ,0 ,3 ,s

O END PUSH MENU

After auto program is complete, the lowest numbered channel stored

stored channels, press the VCR CH(armel) UP/DOWN button.

in the VCR's memory will appear on the TV screen. To view other Line mode is always stored in the VCR's memory.

"L" appears on the VCR's front panel when selected using the VCR CH(annel) UP/DOWN button.

Adding and Deletinga Channel ]

1. Press the MENU buKon to display the menu screen.

Next, press the 3 button to .seleet'q'UNER SET UP."

: _ ," _

2. Press the 4 button to sele_ iflo Add/Dalote¢liannel feature. The display shown below next to step 3%vill appear.

3. Press two numbers to add or delete _Is

upto 100. For 100 or more_ first press the 100 button, then two numbers.

• Always enter a"0" before any single- digit

entries. For example, 0, then 6 for "6."

• Refer to "Using the 1130Button" to enter a

three-digit number_

4. Pressthe 1, 2. or 3 button to "ADD."

"DELETE" or "SELECT ANOTHER C'I-I"

the channel for confirmation. If"3" is selected the display in step 3 will

re-appear.

To exit the Add/Delete mode. Press the MENU button once.

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SILECTCHANNB'NUMBERICH '-]',:-

TO END PUSH MENU

t_TO SELECT PUSH NO SHOWN_

1 ADD CH 12 /

2 DELETE 3 SELECT ANOTHER CH

OEND PUSH MENU

--{Channel Memory Review t--

button. Next, press 32 36 ,2 43 ,5 ,r

the 3 button to select _ 70 73 7a rg 8o "TUNER SET UP." s,83 8, _ = .

Now, press the 5 button MENU to select "CH MEMORY."

The memorized channel list will appear on the TV screen. Now, press the 1 button to see the

next channel list. Press the 2 button to see the previous channel list. To exit, press the

MENU button.

15 17 20 21 27 31

50 51 52 55 64 67

90 92 95 104 107 112

NEXT = _ PREVIOUS = 2

USin___g_the100 Button}

select channel numbers 100 to 125 with the

MBERED buttons, first press the 100

on and then enter the remaining two

bers. For example for channel 105, press

MBERED buttons 100,0,5.

fter you have an antenna or cable system connected to your VCR, and the local channels stored in your VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) you can begin to watch TV channels using your VCR.* You must use your remote control.

Turnyour TV on. Set theTV to the same channel as selected on

the back of the VCR: "CH.3." or "CH.4"'

(See page 7 fordetails.)

TurntheVCR on. The VCR indicatorlights onthe frontpanel.If

VCR indicatoris not on, pressthe VCR/TV selector button. "TUNER" shouldbe selected as the inputsource. See "Choose

InputSource" belowfordetails. SelectChannelson theVCRusingtheVCR CH(annei)UP/DOWN

buttonsorthe NUMBEREDbuttonsonthe remotecontrol.

ANTENNA

(or Cable)

VCR

TUNER

INPUTSELECT:I

VCRindicator

--II -="t tl l

(Youmay skip this step if "TUNER" is already selected.)

First, press theMENU button. Then, pressthe NUMBERED button 4to select "INPUT SELECT." Next, pressNUMBERED button I to select the choose "TUNER." Toexit, press the MENU button once.

f_T-TOSELECT PUSH NO SI-tO_'N_

2 ON SCREEN MODE 3 TUNER SET UP

1PROGRAM /

4 INPUT SELECT 5 CLOCK SET l

ENO PUSH MENU

To Select TV Channels at the TV:

Turn the VCR off and select Channels using the "IV channel Controls.

If the VCR is left on and VCR i_icamr is lit, press the VCR/TV Selector button once (VCR indicator is turned off) and select

Channels with the TV Channel controls.

* If you are not receiving_hannels, please repeat the steps Onpages

6-8 in this book. Also, follow carefully the instruefioff_'listed "

above.'_ = - - ,:-k.

Ifthepower shouldevergo out,repeatthestepson page 8.

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Remote Control

CHANNEL

UPmOWN

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selector

Point the transmitter toward the remote sensor, within the angle as shown in the illustration

above.

ccurateclocktimeisamustforalltypesoftimerrecording.YourVCR(VideoCassetteRecorder)willaccuratelymaintain

itscalendaruptoDEC.31,2010,11:59PMonceyouhavesetthepresentdayandtime.Youmustuseyourremotecontrol.

Make sure...

ToSetthe Clock . your VCR and _ are connected and tume.d on (see Pages6-7).

• the VCR indicator says "VCR" (see page 9).

• to make each entry within 10 seconds, otherwise the VCR will exit the

Clock Set mode and you will have to start over.

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_ ress the MENU button. Then press the

NUMBERED 5 button to select "CLOCK SET" from the menu screen.

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Remote Control

NUMBERED Buttons

MENU Button

CLEAR Button

STATUS Button

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First, press two NUMBERED

buttons for the hour, then two NUMBERED buttons for the minutes, and finally press "1" for AM or "2" for PM. For example, for 10:30 PM, press NUMBERED buttons 1-0, 3-0, 2.

• When setting the clock for the first time, entries that do not match

the calendar will cause a "?" to appear.

• Always enter "0" before any single-number entries.

• To make corrections, press the CLEAR button repeatedly to move back to .an item then enter the correct number.

Pros two numbers for the month, two numbers for the day,and two numbers

for the year.

MONTH -;,'-."....

IO IME 10 30PM 1

%.CLEAR

For example, forFeb. 9, 1992, press NUMBERED buttons 0-2, 0-9, 9-2.

• The day of the weekappears

DATE02/09/92

SUN

TIME 10 30PM

TO CORRECTPUSH CLEAR

OEND PUSH MENU

[ToResetthe ClockI

SE,ECTPUSHNOSHOW""_',_'tO_ clock,

ONSCREE.MODE_ -?_tt_:_:rv

3 TUNER SETUP | .-t_ _J;:_l.]u_+,

4 INPUT SELECT I _,_'_I "_ +'&e_': ....

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button and follow'the cl_=t _.de'_ _+¢nt_._r

the new date andtime. : .... -'_

@ ress the MENU button.

• To display the time, press the STATUSbutton.

]ToDisplaytheTime

• Clock startsand the screenreturn to theprogram you were on.

O0SELECTPUSH NO SHOWN_

1 PROGRAM / 2 ON SCREENMODE /

3 TUNER SET UP i 4 INPUT SELECT [

5 CLOCKSET J

END PUSH MENU J

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Press the MENU button. Next, press the NUMBERED 1 button to select "PROGRAM"

from the menu screen. Then, press the NUMBERED 4 button to select

"CALENDAR." A date and time oveday

appears on the TV screen. See page 18, "Calendar Indicator," for details.

Make sure...

the steps in "Getting Hooked Up" on pages 6-7 have been completed.

(_ Turfi the TV on. Tum to channel 3 if the VCR CH3/CH4 switch is set _/ to "CH 3." Turn to channel 4 if the VCR is set to "CH. 4."

Power On: Selectchannel 3or4.

Insert a cassette with the record tabinplace.

The power will come on.

_ irskpressthe MENU button. Then, pressthe NUMBERED button

(_ Youmay skip this step if desired tape speed isalready selected.)

_ ress the VCR CH(annel) UP/DOWN or NUMBERED buttons to

_ Press the REC(ord) button on the VCR.

If the cassette is already in the VCR, press the POWER button. Be sure that the VCR/TV selector is set to "VCR."

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(Youmay skip this step if "TUNER" is already selected.)

4 toselect "INPUT SELECT."Next, pressNUMBERED button 1

to select the choose "TUNER." To exit, press the MENU button

once.

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Pressthe TapeSPEED button on theremotecontrol until the desiredtape speed(SP, SLP)appearson the TV screen.

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select the channel to be recorded.

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_To pause, press the PAUSE/STILL button. To continue recording, __.J press this button again.

VCRindicator STOPButton

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Cassette CHANNEL REC(ord)

Tape UP/DOWN Button

Buttons

TV CHANNEL

-UP/DOWN

STOP Button

NUMBERED- Buttons

E]_]@ 8

Button

_ PAUSE/STILL

Button

-VCR CH(annel) UP/DOWN

Button

-REC(ord)

Button

_(l[il ;gl_lilliilili

(_ Tostop, pressthe STOPbutton.

To Watch Another TV Program While Recording I

You can record a channel selected with the VCR channel

controls and watch another channel selected with the TV

channel controls.

1. Set the VCR/TV selector to TV to select the TV mode. The VCR indicator and the TV broadcast being recorded

will disappear.

2. Select the other channel to be viewed on the TV using the channel controls on the TV.

The programselected with the "IV channelcontrols appear on theTV screen,and the oneselected Withthe VCR

.channelcontrols will berecorded on the tape.

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Note:Otherrecordingoptionsareavailable.Pleaseseepages

19-21.

TapeSPEED '"

Button

rtant Note_-If,

Remote Control

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RemoteControlTransmitter

SKIP SEARCH Button

Press during playback mode to skip forward 30 seconds on tape counter. VCR will automatica;ly return to

Playback mode.

STOP Button

Press to

"IV POWER

(Z)

VOLUME

REW/SEARCH

FRAME

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VCR POWER Button

to turn VCR power ON or OFF. Also, to set the VCR for

unattended timer recording.

FF(Fast Forward)/SEARCH Button

To move the tape forward at high speed. You can also press this button in the Play mode for rapid forward visual search.

PAUSE/STILL Button

• Press once to temporarily stop the tape during recording (Pause).

• Press once to freeze the tape picture during playback (Still).

Press again when you want to resume normal playback or

recording.

CH (annel) UP/DOWN Button

Press ,,A ,, or "v" to scan up or down through the VCR's

channels. Release at desired channel.

MENU Button

Press to call up the on-screen menu display.

_) (_ _SLOW STATUS

VAR.__SLOW _ TRACKING

GO-TO MEMO SPEED VCRrFV

Tape SPEED Button

Press to select recording speed (SP, SLP). In playback, the tape

speed is automatically selected (SP, LP, SLP).

CLEAR Button

• To erase incorrect or unwanted data in on-screen menu operation.

oTo reset the tape counter. "0:00:00" will appear on the TV

screen.

TRACKING Button

In the Play and Slow modes, when playing a tape, press TRACKING "A" or "v" button to adjust the tracking.

-VCR/TV Selector Button

Press to select the signal source that your TV receives. VCR position (VCR indicator on the display panel: ON)

To watch a tape, monitor a recording, or watch a TV broadcast selected with the VCR's channel selector.

TV position (VCR indicator on the display panel: OFF) To watch TV or to watch one program while recording

another.

X2 PLAY Button

Press during playback mode to view a tape at 2 times normal playback speed.

Button

Press to memorize the tape position at which the counter was reset to "0:00:00."

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RemoteControlTransmitter

THE TV CONTROLS ARE SET TO OPERATE MANY, BUT NOT ALL TVS. PUSH THE

'q'V CONTROL" BUTTONS TO SEE IF THEY OPERATE YOUR REMOTE CONTROL TV.

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MUTE Button TV CHANNEL UP/DOWN Button

Press to instantly reduce the TV's sound level. Press again Press" A,, or "v" to scan up or down through the TV to return to previous volume setting. _ channels. Release at desired channel. \

TV POWER Button '__ ,\

VOLUME UP/DOWN Button _ _--

Press"-- ""or "," to increase or decrease the TV's sound__ "_"'""'''------_ _ M°rE_?" P°wE"

volume

PLAY Button -'1"1

• Press to play back a tape. _ /_

• Press to release the Slow, or Search mode and return to ......... _ _ ) FFtS_RCN

playback. _ _

REW_nde)w/SEAthRCHBUh_grspeed You can also pressthis _ "_

button in the Play mode for rapid reverse visual search.

FRAME ADVANCE Button

Press this button while in the Still mode to advance the picture one frame at a time (Frame Advance).

NUMBERED Buttons (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and9)

To use in channel selection, menu selection, clock setting,

program setting, etc. For selecting channels 1 to 9, first press "0" button and then press "1" to "9."

(loo)

Press this button first to select the channel 100 and more.

SLOWNAR(iable) SLOW Buttons

First press the SLOW button during SP or SLP playback to

view a slow-motion picture. The speed can be varied from about 1/6 to about 1/30 of normal speed with the VAR(iable)

SLOW button.

RECORDButton

Pressto start recording.

SLOW STATUS CLEAR

MAGNAVOX

STATUS Button

Press to recall the VCR

status display

(see page 18).

GO-TO Button

Press 1o search for desired point on linear tape counter. Press this button and select desired counter number with

NUMBERED buttons.

ONETOUCHRECORDING(OTR)Button

Select the channel and press this button to start recording immediately for 30 minutes periods to the tape ends. In any

case, power shuts off automatically.

VCR Indicator Panel

CassetteCompartment

VCRIndicator

Lights up when the VCR mode is selected.

VCRIndicator Panel

Digital Clock

After setting the clock, the present time is displayed.

Function Indicator

Indicates the VCR's currentstatus.

'R5'P,_

,gE,_

I?E.,

: Playback

: Recording

: Fast forward

: Rewind

Indicator "TIMER"

Indicates the VCR is set for unattended

recording

Cassette-In Indicator

Conf'mns there is a cassette in the unit.

VCR Indicator Panel

VCR Indicator Panel Wireless RemoteSensor

PauseMode Indicator

Indicates the VCR is in the Still or Record-Pause mode.

SpeedIndicator "SP,....SLP"

Shows the tape speed during recording and playback ("SP" or "SLP').

SP - Standard Play

SLP - Super Long Play

Channel/Input SignalIndicator

Channel number indicator ("L" means External Line Input Signal selected).

Select Line mode by pressing NUMBERED buttons 0-0.

To exit Line mode, press any other number.

FrontPanel

STOP/EJECT Button

Press to stop the tape. Press again after the tape has stopped to eject the cassette.

PLAY Button

Pressto play back a

tape.

CHANNEL UP/DOWN Buttons

Pressto scan up or down through the VCR's channels.

POWER Button

Pressto turn the VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) on and off. To set the VCR for unattended recordings after timer

settings have been completed.

REW(ind)/SEARCH Button

Press to rewind tapes. Also, during playback, press this button for reverse visual search.

FF (Fast Forword)/SEARCH Button

Press to move the tape forward rapidly. Also, during playback, press this button for rapid forward visual search.

REC(ord) Button

Press to start recording.

VCR/TV Selector Button

Selects the signal source that your TV receives. VCR position (VCR indicator on the display panel: ON)

To watch a tape, monitor a recording, or watch a TV

broadcast selected with the VCR's channel selector.

TV Position (VCR indicator on the display panel: OFF) To watch TV or to watch one program while recording another.

RearPanel

• " 17

CH3/CH4 switch

Set to channel 3 or 4 -- whichever is not used for regular TV broadcasting in your area.

See "Getting Hooked Up" on pages 6-7.

ANT(enna) IN(put)jack

(in from Antenna)

Connect the UHF(Ultra High Frequency)/ VHF(Very High Frequency) antenna or cable to this jack.

ANT

AUDIO IN(put) jack

For audio input connection from the output jack of a portable video camera, another VCR, or another audio

SOUrCe.

VIDEO IN(put) jack

For video input connection from another VCR or a portable video camera.

AC (Alternating Current)

Power Cord

Connect to a 120V/60 Hz household outlet.

.RF OUT(put) jack (out to TV set)

Connect this terminal to the UHF/VHF antenna jack on the TV, using the Connection Cable (supplied).

VIDEO OUT(put) jack

For video output connection to a monitor TV

or another VCR.

AUDIO OUT(put) jack

For connection to an audio input connector on a

monitor TV, another VCR, or an audio tape recorder,

fTO SELECT PUSH NO.SHOWN_'_

2 _ _I_EN W_DE 3 TUNER _ UP

4 INPUT _LECr

1PROGRAM _

_OEND PUSH MENU

W Screen

Function Status Time

Tape Counter and Speed Counter Memory

VCRStatusDisplay

Channel

OSDMain MenuScreen

Press the MENU button on the remote to display the main menu screen. Then press the NUMBERED button on the remote control for the desired feature displayed on the menu. When you select a feature, turn to the section in this manual and read the accompanying instructions.

VCRStatusDisplay

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Next, press the 2 button to select "ON SCREEN MODE"

3. Now, press the 1,2, or 3 button to select "ON SCREEN ON", "COUNTER ONLY" or "ON SCREEN OFF."

"(ON)" appears beside the selection made.

Position

ON SCREEN ON : When STOP, FF(Fast Forward), REW(ind), or PLAY button is pressed, a 5 second VCR Status Display appears.

COUNTER ONLY: When STOP, FF(Fast Forward), REW(ind), or PLAY button is pressed, a 5 second VCR Status Display appears. After 5 seconds, the counter information will remain on the screen.

ON SCREEN OFF: In this position, there will be no indication when normal functions are pressed.

• You may display the VCR Status any time by pressing the STATUS button.

• Channels (when tuned) are displayed as an overlay for a few seconds.

1PROGRAM

2 ON SCRIEEN MOOE 3 TUNER SET UP

4 INPUT SELECT 5 CLOCK SET

"O 8ELECT PUSH NO'SHOWt 1

_ END PUSH MENU

Press

the 1

button

fro SELECT PUSH NO._,.K_NN _

1NORMAL

2 DAILY 3 WEEKLY

4 CALENOAR 5 PROGRAM REVIEW

_'O END PUSH MENU J

CalendarIndicator

To view any calendar month from the current month up to 12 months in the future:

1. Press the MENU button. The main menu screen will appear.

2. Press the 1 button to select "PROGRAM" from the menu screen.

3. Press the 4 button. This display the calendar for the current month with the current day flashing.

4. Each press of the 1 button will display the next month's calendar up to 12 months.

5. Press the MENU button. The menu screen reappears.

Press Press button , , 4 , button ' ' '

the4 I"'"' ,2"_'1 the1 __,,_ ":_1

*Note: Use the 2 buuon only to return to the present month once you

have pressed the 1 button. Using the 2 button before the 1 button will give you an incorrect month and year display.

SU MOTU WETH FR SA SU MOTU WETH FR SA

6-y-6 o 16. 12 4 6 6 z s 9 lo

_--- 13 14 15 10 17 16 19 _ 11 12 13 14 16 16 17

20 21 22 23 24 25 26 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 27 28 29 30 25 26 27 28 29 30 31

XT=I PREVK_ NEXT=I PREVIOUS=,2

_ END PUSH MENU j/ END PUSH MENU

BlankChannelIndication

The screen changes to a solid blue field when you select a channel with no broadcast. The screen will remain blue until an active channel is

selected.

O RisaveryeasyandconvenientwaytoimmediatelystartrecordingaTVprogramyouhappentobewatching,orto

quicklyspecifyhowlongyouwantrecordingtocontinuewithaprogramyouarealreadyrecording.WhenOTRis

completed,theVCR(VideoCassetteRecorder)automaticallyshutsoff.

Make sure...

• the steps in "Getting Hooked Up" (page 6-7) are done, channels are

programmed into the VCR's memory (page 8), and the TV and VCR are both turned on.

• the clock is set to the correct time (page 10).

• the desired tape speed (SP, SLP) is selected. Use the Tape SPEED button (page 12).

• the desired tab is in place on the cassette (page 5).

• the tape is long enough to record the programs (page 5).

InstantOTR

You set the recording length in 30 minute periods up to 9 hours total. Recording starts instantly. The VCR shuts off when the recording is

complete.

lHi[.xii,,f:_.aliTII ;ii,],l_lii•

(_ ress the VCR CH(annel) UP/DOWN or NUMBERED buttons on

the remote control.

Press the OTR button on the remote control. The screen below appears.

• Recording begins immediately.

This indicates thatthe VCR

. OTR will flash on the VCR display

will automaticallyshutoff after

30 minutesof recording.

_:_ [_[1_I i';ll-'t;;i']lliliilllll E;]iliili

_ ontinue pressing the OTR button until the desired recording

length is displayed. Each press of the button will add 30 minutes,'up to9 hdurs.

'm(o i)

VCR

-It -- II

CHANNELj UP/DOWN STOPButton

Buttons

In STOPButton

PAUSE/STILL Button

VCRCH(annel)

UP/DOWNButton

--[_ NUMBERED Buttons

OTRButton

Remote Control

T is feature lets you set the VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) to do unattended recording. For each program you set, the VCR

will turn itself on at the scheduled time, do the recording, and turn off automatically. You can store up to eight programs.

Instructions for each step appear on the TV screen after you select the Program mode. You must use your remote control.

Make sure...

• the steps in "Getting Hooked Up" on pages 6-7 have been completed, an antenna or cable system is connected to the VCR,

and the VCR and'IV are turned on.

• CABLE or NORMAL has been selected and channels have been

pmgramm_, into the VCR's memory. See "Placing Local Chmlhels'in'the VCR," page 8.

• the VCRfl'V selector is set to "VCR."

Press the MENU button on the remote control.

The main menu screen at right will appear.

• the clock is set to the correct time (See page 10).

• a cassette tape is inserted in the VCR and the record tab is in place

on the cassette (See page 5).

• the tape is long enough to record the programs. FOR EACH STEP BELOW, YOU HAVE 10 SECONDS TO COMPLETE IT. IF YOU DONq', PROGRAMMING WILL HAVE TO BE RESTARTED FROM STEP 1.

2 ON SCREENMODE l 3 TUNERSET UP /

VCR

Press the NUMBERED I button on the remote control to select the Program mode.

Remember, use the NUMBERED buttons on your remote control.

ro,,_=BPus,.E,. j

"13/Screen

g'_ [;isi _1,1ili M JJI1_11|,i,1ifJ_ial,_ [!]J;{_[,liiililll

TIMERindicator

Remote Control

Normal Recording Press the 1 button to record a TV show on

any day you choose up to 12 months away.

5PROGRAMREVIEW J

TO END PUSH MENU J

POWER

Button

NUMBERED Buttons

u Bulon

--CLEAR

YIY

0000

Bulon

--_1"omake corrections., l

press the CLEAR button while in the screen you wish to change is displayed. This moves the flashing indicator to the

number you want to change. Now, enter the correct number. You may have to press the

CLEAR button more than once to reach the numbers you want to change.

Press the 2 button to record a TV show

_ Daily Recording

every day (Monday through Friday) atthe

same time and length.

Weekly Recording Press the 3 button to record a TV show

once a week at the same day, "time,and

length. .-'_,._ - , ' ,

_"l_l[It.lJJil:llli_l,l|JI_lll ; _.,'_-_]2':._._ :..i'- -:,...... .-:----" -

OGRAM - 1 345678- I

J SELECTPROGRAM NUMBER l

_ _%__-'

:-: -.-._

I ...... 'I

:;°penr°siti°" W

-;""'._'thenZdieposition b,bntents _e_. :_:

- -. - •.:-_ _. _%71F_1_.:,

_,,_'_1[:-Dii Ji[_ll_ iII iI i111. _: . .-:.

Enter two numbers for the TVp_el,:For channels above 100, press the 100 button, then t_"n_f_for fine chamae]:.. -" .

[ I,_ _ Or, forchannel ll5,press tOO,_press 1 " ,' \t..J] and 5, Refer to page 8, "Using th_I00 :, F.OR_t_.oG._

Fo_.example,forehanne!_O;-_im))_; EP,EDbntton-_;then-O.

RUttnn " f_r Pnt@r_no thn=_ _,t:r,n'l_k_-_" . : ]PROGRAM 1 |

To record from line input, pl'_ss'Oand O: Ic_ / "AN IN" will appear on the.screen. J /

- 'q.oCORRECTPUS"CLEAR../

(Continued on next page.)

• " • •

_ [;(_iii['41 / IL'JIlo)(hm

First, press two NUMBERED buttons for the hour. Next, press two NUMBERED buttons for the minute.

Now, press NUMBERED button "1" for AM or (NORMALPROG_M

CHANNEL 10

For example, for 9:30 PM, press NUMBERED T,_EON -.

buttons 0-9, 3-0, 2.

"2" for PM. J PROG_M,

TO CORRECT PUSH CLEAR

TO END PUSH MENU

.,'lTh_,_iII t[',il I h'd:IIfl di

First, press two NUMBERED buttons for the hour.

For example, for 10:00 PM, press 1-0, 0-0. NORMALPROGRAM AM or PM will appear when you have entered CHAHNEL,o

PROGRAM 1

TIME ON 09 30 PM

the hour and minute. T,MEOFF " -

_ Next, press two NUMBERED buttons for the minui.

TO CORRECT PUSH CLEAR

TO END PUSH MENU

i',"Ht_ili[a;t_,(tllalmiltl_!i_i,

Play) or SLP (Super Long Play). PROGRAM1CHANNEL 10

_U_ You cannot use the SPEED button on the remote TIME OFF 10 O_ PM

control to choose the recording speed. RECsp=ISPEEDsLP: 2---

(_ Press the 1 or 2 button to choose SP (Standard INOR_ALPROGRAM

First, press two NUMBERED buttons for the month. Next, press two NUMBERED buttons for the day.

press 0-2,1-2. NORMALP_RAM The day of the week and year will be displayed T,MEON O93OP_

automaHc_lh,. TIME OFF 10 O0 PM

For example,to make a recording on Feb. 12, [

l_l,l il JI diil'(tlll i kld,I!li_,liil

Press the MENU button.

TIME ON 09 30 PM

TO CORRECT PUSH CLEAR

TO END PUSH MENU

- _ PROGRAM I

• CHANNEL 10

REC SPEED SP START DATE 02/12,92

(MONTH) WED

TO END PUSH MENU TO CORRECT PUSH CLEAR

If "PR_ILMvI NOT'(]OMP .lr_D"_pp_._mmm try _t_g_i_:from step 1 on page 20,

After 3 seconds, _eTdisplay wiU.',disappedlr'-fr_&_creen, a_ndthe - normal TV pmgramw'dl reappear.

The TIMER indiCtS!vAil light_lp on the'_,-_ ,

(_)If l_ed, press _ b_--_tld-rt_t!_i_lo lO.

L'IIra_i dmn[ai.'tao(tmi,limm.'_.[,ll(l:(am_ _[_am _

Illthe powershouldtail... Irepeat the steps on page 8 and 10 before setting up a Timer Recording.

i s your VCR(Video Cassette Recorder) connected to your TV(see page 6- 7 "Getting Hooked Up")'? Are you familiar with

tape playback(see page 7, "Playing a Tape")? If so, you are ready to enjoy the special playback features described on this

page. These features work best in the SP (Standard Play) or SLP (Super Long Play) mode. The sound will be muted. Buttons on

both the VCR and remote control are used.

,J__ I REW (Rewind) ( ] JSearch speed in SP mode is about 7 times normal speed.

_" _ +_=_"I Button _' Search speed in SLP mode is about 21 times normal speed.

• l'ill -'_1 il [iI[! IItl_l 1;!_,! _--_| IH!I B1il_la!lliI; -]II •

_ Press the FF (Fast Forward) or (Rewind) during playback.

REW button

_ _'_z]"_ [ If the FF or REW button is held down for more than 2 seconds, simply

_! _(_ _iii___W"--I in SLP mode is about 15 times normal speed.

r=a _ _ 7z__ L-PAUSE/STILL • There is no picture during search playback in the LP mode.

ard) / _ ) • During search playback, some noise bars will appear on the TV

releasing it will cancel the Search mode. In this case, the search speed

Press the PLAY button to return to playback.

screen.

II Button

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_ Press the X2 PLAY button during playback.

slow STAI_S CL_R

CD CD CD

O0-TO U_ _EO _

0000

0---

--x2PLAY Button

Remote Control

VCR

f /

--I, --- ilr l '''

8eleim-2_e _ _ t__

.-a= 111=13 _

(_ Press the ×2 PLAY button to release the double speed playback.

II IIIFI [av_l,'tll II lllihult I ll_ Iii,I II_,|,i!_l_ ll-

//_ Press the PAUSE/STILL button on the remote control. k,, I//After the VCR has been in the Still mode for 5 minutes, it will stop

automatically to protect the tape and video heads.

(_ ress the PAUSE/STILL button to release the Still mode and continue

playback.

IIi1IiI'i ivf,IiI_1,.!',Ill II Iili11! II-"

In the Still mode, press theFRAME ADVANCE button on the remote control.

CHANNEL

UP/DOWN Buttons

AUTO OPERATION

FUNCTIONS

Auto Playback

Aft_-yc_me_om

(Au_'_imwer oli_-Ailio playback:-

.(For_ wfl!ibut .i_ord tab.*.)+<-'.

_) nio P_wind

After Playback, Fast Forward or Manual Record to tape en,d:

Rewind-- Stop mode " *For record tab information refer to

page5.

Rewind Power-off

• Stop'tapeandpress REW (ind) button.

• PressVCR POWER button. _. •

• The VCR will shutt off at begiiming of

tape.

• During slow motion the slow speed can be controlled

by VAR(iable) SLOW button.

_(_ During playback, press the SLOW button on the remote control uniL

Press the SLOW button to release the Stow mode and continue playbaeL

TRACKING CONTROL

This VCR incorporates an automatic tracking system. In most cases you do not have to adjust the tracking. If automatic tracking fails and

some noise bars are visible, press the TRACKING button on the remote

control. The Auto Tracking mode is cancel and press either the UP or

DOWN button to minimize noise in the picture.

• Automatic tracking does not take place in the Slow mode. If tracking adjustment is necessary, use the Manual mode.

• Once the cassette has been ejected, the Auto Tracking mode is automatically engaged when it is inserted.

V-LOCK CONTROL

If jitter is observed in the Still mode, press either the TRACKING UP or

DOWN button on the remote control to reduce it. Once you have made this adjustment, you probably will not have to do it again unless you

engage the Still mode when playing a tape recorded on a different VCR.

ubbingfromanyVHSrecorder(orcamcorder)toanotherissimple.Justusetheconnectionsandstepsbelow.

TheexamplebelowusedtwoVCR'slikethisone.OtherVCR'smayoperatedifferently.

CONNECTIONS

VCR1 Source (Playing) VCR

(Back View)

J \

AUDIO and VIDEO OUT

From AUDIO OUT to AUDIO IN

From VIDEO OUT to VIDEO IN

"=CI3:_ a=:t31_.

that will play your tape. If your tape is missing its record tab (page 5), Insert a pre-recorded tape. VCR 1 is the VCR (Video Cassette Recorder)

playback starts. In that case, press the STOP button.

VCR2

Editing (Recording) VCR

(Back View)

H:;

AUDIO and VIDEO IN

Refer to the Optional Accessories page at the end of this manual for

information on ordering optional Audio and Video dubbing cables.

"FVSet

(Used for monitoring)

Channel 3 or 4

automatically. The VCR indicator light on the VCR should come on.

Insert a blank tape in the editing VCR. The VCR will turn on If not, press the VCR/TV button on the remote control.

Turn the"IV on. Turn theTV channel to either3 or4, whicheverchannel VCR2 isset to

(See page 7).

I_1_ [_I_lI I ilil !Ii_lll! Ii _11

(_ oint yourremote control atVCR 2. Press 04)on the NUMBERED

buttons."L",appears on the VCRdisplay paneL

Point your remote control at VCR 2. Press Tape SPEED Button to select

SP (Standard Play) or SLP (Super Long Play).

Press the PLAY button on VCR 1.

(_ ress the REC(ord) button on VCR 2.

Remember:. press the buttons in steps 6 and 7 simultaneously to avoid missing any of the recording.

Caution: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted

television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be

contrary to copyright laws.

TAPE COUNTER CONTROL

If you always rewind your tapes fully and reset the tape counter, then you'll be able to use a list of program locations as an

index.

w POWER MUTE VCR FOWLER

O O O

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[][][]6

C-_TO MEVO SPEEO vcP_rV

(Counter) ,,_,,

Button MAGNAVOX

MEMORY [ 0

0_00

Remote Control

REW(ind) SEARCH

Button

STATUS Button

--CLEAR Button

I_"1_[:-191it[:ll _1a[:ii[,l! ItI1;]i I] gt i1r,F|

the STATUS button. The tape counter To select the tape counter display, press /

display appears on the TV screen.

1:23:45_

;!;I,I;111i1;1g|!I;-itlll!lil 1;1

CLEAR button. You can reset To reset the tape counter, press the |

the counter to zero at whatever

point on the tape you choose.

[,'_ [_I_liiiIdl _vfl;liiI0l Iri ii!lll_l 1lfl II

the MEMORY button. "M" will

@ T° select the mem°ry 'uncti°n, press _ 5_

appear on the screen in front of the M-1:23.4 counter reading.

!_'_IEl_J iiI;ll Lvfl;!IiIfl iVl ii!ll[_ll [fl il

the STOP button, then press the REW(ind) or FF (Fast Forward)

To start the memory function, from anywhere on the tape, press button. The tat)e will stot) automatically wherever "0:00:00" was

set.

0:00:00_

GO - TO FUNCTION

To locate any point on the tape a specified time away from the current position.

VCR

NUMBERED- Buttons

w POWER MUIE VCRPOWER

_(_

POWER

--Button

PLAY

--Button

--STOP

Button

--VCR

CH(annel) UP/DOWN

Button

lCf_h_I_liii[_lifll- -Illi.,[_l[,l,.

._"

_(_ Press GO - TO button to'select [/_OW 1: 00:00"_

-/_,, Selectdesired counmr__umber_iii_ _. OW 1: 00:00

the GO - TO functionWhilein the OTO ,:. .: Stopmode.

NUMBERED buttunson the Remote IGOTO 1: 20:00

Control. ex: 1:20:00." .-::_;

" To enterthe minus (_),#ress V_i'CH(amtel) DOWNbutton.

To cancel the minus,p_ VCR CH(annel)2T_ .b."utton.

SLOW STA'i_.IS

o o o

_iEl'iiili[_ tl"[I- -ill la!li[qi[fl

GO-TO - Button

T£ T

GO-TO MEI/,O SPEBD VtaWTV

---0000

_V(_

Press PLAY or STOP oi VCR /NOW 1" 20:00 _ POWER button. GOTO 1"20:00

GO- TO modewill searchandselect

counter number and_ s_R,b¢ _ ,- ,: -. ; . .

playback, or power o_li_iTh_ TV:_ will display

both presentcoutitea:_l_'aiid:G0-- TO ia_ ....

Remote Control

GettingHookedUp

• With cable connections, the numbers assigned to specific channels may differ from those for antenna connections.

Refer to the separate Basic Guide for VCR (Video Cassette Recorder) Connections (or your cable service information).

• If the reception on all VHF (Very High Frequency) channels is unsatisfactory, you may need to re-tune your

TV set.

ClockAdjustment

• In the Clock Adjustment mode, be sure to enter the first digit and all subsequent entries within 10 seconds of one

another. Otherwise, the VCR will automatically leave this mode and the program you were watching will return to

the screen. If this happens, press the MENU button and start again.

• Be sure to enter "0" before single-digit numbers.

• The letters indicating the day of the week will appear when you have entered both digits for the year.

• If the digits entered for the day do not match the calendar, the entry will be rejected and "?" will appear.

• If you press the MENU button while in the Clock Set mode, the TV screen will return to the program you were

watching.

SpecialPlaybackFeatures

• During search playback, horizontal noise bars will appear on the TV screen.

• When the VCR has been in the Still mode for 5 minutes, it will automatically switch to the Stop mode to protect the

tape and video heads.

• Special-effects playback can be used during playback of

tapes recorded in the SP or SLP mode. Tapes recorded in the LP mode cannot be viewed in special-effects playback.

ToRecord

• Although it is possible to change the tape speed while you

are recording, some distortion will appear on the tape at the point where you make the change.

• When the VCR has been in the Pause mode for 5 minutes, it

will automatically switch to the Step mode to protect the tape and video heads.

OneTouchRecording(OTR)

• If the preset time for a timer recording comes up during

OTR recording, OTR has priority.

TimerRecording

• To do a timer recording in the LINE mode, follow steps 1-4 in "Timer Recording" section. At step 5, press the NUMBERED button 0 twice (0,0) to engage the LINE

(external source) mode. Complete the rest of the steps under "Timer Recording" section.

• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power interruption of more than one minute occurs before

or during timer recording, even if power resumes thereafter.

Preset clock and timer data will be lost. This is indicated by the clock display on the VCR which resets to "- - : - -'. If

this happens, reset the clock and program the timer.

• If the time spans of two preset programs overlap, the lower- numbered program will have priority and the second

program will start only after the first program has been executed.

• If the POWER button is pressed to OFF with no cassette

loaded, the TIMER and "Cassette Inside" indicators will continue blinking.

• If the record tab is missing, the cassette will be ejected

when the POWER button is pressed to OFF, and the TIMER and "Cassette Inside" indicators will contimue

blinking.

PowerFailure

• Timer Recordings will be erased if the power fails. Repeat

"Placing Local Channels in the VCR" on page 8 and "Setting the Clock" on page 10 before setting up a "Timer

Recording" on pages 20-21.

SatelliteHook-Up

• Watching one TV channel while recording another may not

be possible with a satellite hook-up.

• You may have to set your VCR to channel 3 or 4 and make

your channel selections at the satellite converter box.

• If you use accessory Audio and Video cables (not supplied) to hook-up your VCR to T'V_you will have to set your VCR to Line Input. "A/V IN" appears on your TV screen when you first switch into this mode. "L" appears on your VCR. The VCR to TV hook up will look similar to "VCR to

Stereo TV Hook-Ups" on page 29.

LineInput

• If you accidently get into the Line mode ("L" appears on the VCR), simply press the VCR CH(annel) UP/DOWN button or select a channel using the NUMBERED buttons

to exit.

STEP 1: Disconnect the Antenna or Cable

from Your TV.

Your antenna or cable should have one of the ends shown

below. To avoid confusion, label all terminals (on TV)and

ends before disconnecting.

COMBINATION

[-VHF/UHF SYSTEM

A.v,,,_i_,__,o__

I-VHF ONLY OR UHF ONLY

B. VoY_o-'_r'

I-SYSTEMS COMBINED

C VVHF°r -_ ,-.m-__---_

L__l

[

SEPARATE VHF/UHF

• / w I

300-75ohm----T _(_T)_.__I Transformer El

(notsupplied) _

UHFNHF Band Mixer (not supplied)

STEP 2: Connect Your Antenna or Cable

to Your VCR.

F-type connector

Antenna

I I

{

CABLE

I CATV Input

I Cable TV

B . Converter Box

CATV (cable)

RF _ CH4 OUT _ CH3

Outto TV

.Please see pages 28 - 29 for details.

STEP 3: Connect Your VCR to Your TV.

Look at the back panel of your TV. Find the appropriate diagram below and use that method to connect your VCR to

your TV. Use only one connection.

r--VHF or CABLE

All

(FlsFp$l°a_li)alCable _)l-"J/v_.__

wCABLE ONLY

Back of TV (example only)

Converter Box

r-COMBINATION VHF/UHF SYSTEM

C [ ..........

RFCoaxialCable [----_ ;._-'_

__[ _ (Example)

(su_ied)___'_ '

UHF/VHFSandSeparator (OptionalConnection/not

supplied)

UHF/VHF Sand Separator (Optional Connection/not supplied)

i .

(Example)

75-300 ohm

Transformer (not supplied)

Back ofTV (exampleonly)

FOR UHF-ONLY antenna system: Even if you plan to play back tapes or view and record UHF programs, you still need to make one of the combination VHF/UHF connections shown above, because when in operation, your VCR sends

VHF signals to the TV across the RF Coaxial Cable.

"kPlease see pages 28 - 29 for details.

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Use this connection if your cable system connects directly to your TV without a converter box.

In from Antenna

Backof TV

:Panel "

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CATVInput

Outto TV

With this connection, you can 1) use your VCR Remote Control to select channels 2) program one or more unscrambled channels for unattended recording 3) view one channel while recording another.

I NOTE: eYou can also use the VCR CHANNEL UP/DOWN button to select the desired channel.

oYou cannot record or view scrambled channels with this connection.

Outto TV

With this connection, you can record and view any channel including scrambled channels. However, channel selection must be 1,aade at the cable company converter box. This means that channels cannot be changed using the VCR Remote Control. Unattended recording is limited to one channel at a time, and you cannot view any channel other than the one you are recording..

To Record and View a Scrambled/Unscrambled Channel

1. Set the VCR/TV selector located on the front of the VCR to "VCR".

2. Set the TV channel selector to the output channel of the VCR (channel 3 or 4).

3. Set the VCR channel selector to the output channel of the Cable Converter Box. (If the Cable Converter Box is set to channel 3, the VCR should be set to channel 3. If the Box is set to channel 4, the VCR should be se! to channel 4.).

4. Select the channel to be recorded at the Cable Converter Box.

To Watch TV (with the VCR off)

l. Set the TV channel selector to the output channel of the Cable Converter Box.

2. Select the channel on the cable converter channel selector.

If your cable system uses a converter box you may use this connection instead of the basic cable connection shown on the

previous page.

In from Antenna

CableTV ConverterBox

CAIV Input

Outto TV

With this connection you can 1) program unattended recording of more than one unscrambled channel 2) view one channel while recording another.

NOTE: oUse the VCR CHANNEL UP/DOWN button to select a channel to be recorded.

eYou cannot record scrambled channels with this connection.

To Record One Channel While Viewing Another

1. Select the channel to be recorded with the VCR CHANNEL UP/DOWN button.

2. On the VCR set the VCR/TV selector to "TV".

3. Set the channel selector on the TV to the output channel of the Converter Box.

4. Select the channel to be viewed on the Converter Box.

To Play Back a Tape

1. Set the VCR/TV selector to "VCR."

2. Set the TV channel selector to the output channel of the Converter Box.

3. Set the Converter Box channel selector to the VCR output channel (channel 3 or 4). Backof TV(example only)

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AudioCable

Video (yellow) and

Audio (white) out Jacks

For any additional adjustments you may need to make to your TV, please refer to your TV owner's manual. Cables not included.

Video Cable(yellowtips)

IMPORTANT NOTE: Periodic maintenance is required in order to maintain the unit's continued excellent pertbrmance.

After a period of time the Video heads will require replacement. If cleaning or replacement of the Video heads is required, this service should be performed by an authorized Video System Service Center.

Check the following points once again if you are having some difficulty with your VCR (Video Cassette Recorder).

-Power

No power...

Power Failure...

-Recording & Playback

TV program can't be recorded...

Timer recording can't be performed...

Correction

• Check that the Power plug is completely connected to an AC (Alternating Current) outlet.

• Check that the Power button is set to on.

• Please complete "Placing Local Channels in the VCR" on page 8 and "Setting the Clock" on page 10 before attempting to set up a "Time Recording" on page 20- 21.

Otherwise, you may not be able to receive or record channels above 13.

Correction

• Check the connections between the VCR, the external

antenna, and your TV.

• Check that the band selected matches your antenna or cable TV system (P.8).

• Make sure that the record tab on the back of the cassette is

still intact (P.5).

• Set the recording start/stop time correctly (P.20).

• Make sure that the POWER button is set to "OFF" (P.21).

• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a

power interruption of more than 1 second occurs before or during Timer Recording, even if power resumes thereafter.

There is no playback picture, or the playback picture is

noisy or contains streaks ........

During special effects playback, the picture may contain some vertical jitter when using a TV which has an

Automatic Vertical Hold Control ....

If the top of your playbackpicture waves back and forth

excessively...

• Select the same channel on your TV as that of the VCR Channel 3/4 switch (P.7).

• Set the VCR/TV selector to "VCR" (P.9).

• Check that channel 3 or 4 of the TV is properly adjusted.

• Adjust the Tracking control slowly in either direction (P.22).

• Set the TV's Vertical Hold Control, if available, to "MANUAL" and adjust.

• Because the VCR playback signal is not as stable as an off-the-air TV singal, the top of your TV screen may be

bent or unstable during playback. To solve this problem,

slowly turn the HORIZONTAL HOLD control on your

TV to correct the wavy picture. If your TV does not have

the horizontal hold control or adjusting the control does not help, please contact your local TV service center.

--Remote Control

VCR can't be remote controlled...

-Miscellaneous

You can't view programs normally on TV...

Video cassette can't be inserted...

Video cassette can't be removed...

Video cassette ejects when the OTR, RECORD and PLAY buttons are pressed or the POWER button is

pressed off to set the Timer...

In the Stop mode, the motor(CYLINDER) continues to

rotate ....

Correction

oAim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor on

the VCR.

oAvoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal

path.

Olnspect or replace the batteries (P.5).

Correction

oSet the VCR/TV selector to "TV" (P.9).

olnsert the cassette with the window side up and the record

tab facing you.

• Check that the power plug is completely connected to an

AC outlet.

OCheck the cassette to be sure that the record tab on the

back of the cassette is still intact (P.5).

• To enable quick play mechanism the cylinder will rotate

for about 10 minutes.

If you cannot receive channels above 13....

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Video Recording System

Video Signal Antenna

VHF Output Signal

Power Requirement Power Consumption

Operating Temperature Relative Humidity

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Rotary four-head helical scan system

EIA standards: NTSC color VHF/UHF- 75 ohm external antenna terminal

Channel 3 or 4 (switchable) 75 ohms unbalanced

120 V _ AC/60 Hz 19W

41 ° F(5 ° C) to 104 *F(40 *C)

10% to 80%

• Repeat "Placing Local Channels in VCR" on page 8,

making sure you select "CABLE TV" in step 2.

Weight Dimensions

Tuner

Broadcast Channels

CATV Channels

9.5 lbs. (4.3 kg) 14-3116"(W) x 3-9/16"(H) x 12"(D)

(360 mm × 89 mm x 304 nun)

VHF 2 - 13, UHF 14 - 69 Midband A - I

Superband J - W Hyperband A-5 - A- 1

Special channel 5A Ultraband 65 - 94

LIMITED WARRANTY

Video Cassette Recorder/Player

• 90-Day Carry-In Service Labor Warranty

• One (1) Year Exchange Warranty On Parts

For purchases outside the U.S.A., see applicable warranty from country of purchase.

Please keep...

...your sales receipt and other material proving proof-of- purchase. Attach it to this owner's manual and keep both

nearby. Please also keep the original box and packing material. And please write in your model and serial numbers

in the shaded area below.

Parts and Labor Coverage...

...starts from the date you bought your product. For the first 90 days both parts and labor are covered. After 90 days, only

parts are covered for the remainder of one (1) year. Any defective part will be repaired or replaced. Any part is covered only for the original warranty period. Once the one

(1) year warranty on the product has expired, the warranty on

any replaced or repaired part also expires. Service is provided by a Phllips Factory Service Center or an Authorized Service Center. Centers must be allowed to keep defective parts.

After 90 days, you pay for all labor. After one year, you pay for all parts, transportation, and service charges, too.

Who is Protected?...Where?

Only the person who has proof-of-purchase will receive warranty service. This service will be provided to any product

bought and used in the U.S.A., Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. If you move within these areas, any Philips Factory

Service Center (See enclosed list.) or an Authorized Service Center in your area will honor this warranty.

Before Calling for Service...

..please checkyour owner's manual A check of the controls

discussed there may save you a service call.

How to Get Warranty Service:

If warranty service is required, you must deliver your product with proof-of-purchase to a Philips Factory Service Center

(See enclosed list.) or Authorized Service Center for repair. When repair is completed, you must pick up the unit at the

Center.

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:': Serial No.".:-_'-_:',-:'- "_ .....

Warranty Exclusions - Your Warranty Does Not Cover...

...labor charges for installation or set up, adjustment of customer or preference controls, and installation or repair of antenna systems outside the unit.

...product repair and/or part replacement because of misuse, accident, unauthorized repair or other cause not within the

control of Philips Consumer Electronics Company. ...reception problems caused by signal conditions or cable or

antenna systems outside the unit. ...a product purchased, used, or serviced outside the U.S.A.,

Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. or used for commercial or institutional purposes (including but not limited to products

used for rental purposes).

...incidental or consequential damages resulting from the product. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental

or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you. This includes, but is not limited to, pre-recorded material (copyright or non- copyright).

ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. Some states do not allow limitations on how

long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state.

Cassette Tapes

It is recommended that you use only cassette tapes which have been tested and inspected for use in 2, 4, 6, or 8 hour VHS recorders, and which are so labeled. The use of tapes which

have not been tested or of a VHS format may result in poor picture quality. Damage caused by the use of tapes other than

those recommended may void the product warranty.

IMPORTANT REMINDER:

Please fill out and mail your warrantyregistrationcard

promptly. It willbe easierfor usto notifyyou ifitshould

ever be required. Pleasealso keep your sales receipt

and other proof-of-purchaseinformation.

EL3715E010

Philips Service Company

401 East Old Andrew Johnson Hwy. • Jefferson City, Tennessee 37760

(615) 475-8869

PLEASE HAVE YOUR MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS ON HAND ANY TIME YOU CALL.

or your convenience, the following list of terms is provided to help you better understand your VCR and its operation.

AUDIO IN/OUT: These are connectors (jacks) located on the back of the unit. They are used to record the audio from another source (IN), or play the audio to another source

(OUT).

AUTO PROGRAM: This is part of the CHANNEL MEMORY function. When used the VCR runs through (scans) all the channels on the VCR and all the channels

received in your area are automatically placed in memory.

TV BANDS: Two possible settings:

NORMAL TV CH

This consists of two type of frequencies:

VHF

(Very High Frequency) Channels which are

receivedby the tuner on channels 2 to 13.

UHF

(Ultra High Frequency) Channels which are

received by the tuner on channels 14 to 69.

CABLE TV CH

The second setting possible for TV Band tuning. This term means the unit is capable of receiving standard

and unscrambled channels on cable without the use of a cable decoder or converter box.

CHANNEL (S): Selected with the NUMBERED buttons or CHANNEL UP & DOWN buttons on the remote.

CLEAR: To remove a completely programmed Timer Recording or to correct a single clock or program entry.

COUNTER: For locating specific areas on a tape by referencing the counter number.

DUBBING: Copying the contents of a tape with the use of a second VCR.

FAST FORWARD (FF I_): To move the tape rapidly in

the forward direction (I_).

FRAME: Single still picture.

HO (High Ouality): An enhancement feature in the VCR circuitry which provides greater picture detail.

MATCHING TRANSFORMER: An adapter used primarily on non-cable ready TV's. One end has a "screw on" type connector and the other end has two flat leads that

connect to the TV.

ME_: Information that will appear on the TV screen and

give you operation directions.

OTR (One Touch Recording): Making immediate timed

recordings with the press of a single button. These recordings

can be set from 30 minutes to 9 hours or to tape end.

MENU BUTTON: When the MENU button is pressed, you will be able to choose from a list of options:

1) Selecting the PROGRAM mode to enter information for timed recordings.

2) Setting the channel memory, antenna system, and OSD.

3) Setting the clock.

REWIND (REW _ ): To move the tape rapidly in the reverse direction (,_,().

RF COAXIAL CABLE: Black insulated round cable used to connect the VCR to the TV.

SPECIAL EFFECTS: Viewing a STILL, SLOW MOTION or FAST FORWARD picture during tape

playback.

SEPARATOR: An adapter used to separate TV signals (VHF-UHF) when connecting the VCR to a TV with separate VHF and UHF terminals.

TAPE SPEEDS: This detennines how fast the tape travels during recording or playback. These can be selected for recording but are automatically selected by the VCR in playback.

SP (STANDARD PLAY):

Fastest tape speed. Recording time for a T120 tape will be approximately 2 hours.

LP (LONG PLAY):

Average tape speed. Recording time for a T120 tape will be approximately 4 hours (playback only).

SLP (SUPER LONG PLAY):

Slowest tape speed. Recording time for a Tl20 tape will be approximately 6 hours.

TRACKING: The video heads do not trace the video track properly and grainy streaks appear through the picture. This

may be corrected by adjusting the Tracking Control. (CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons on this VCR).

VCR/TV BUTTON: This button turns the "VCR" indicator, on the display panel, ON and OFF. When "VCR" is ON, this prepares the VCR for viewing your recording or

tape playback on the TV. When OFF, all channel selections are made at the TV.

YCR: Video Cassette Recorder.

MODE: The operating condition or status of the VCR. This is determined by the function currently engaged and/or

the setting selected. Eg.: "PLAY" mode

MUTE: Reduces the TV's sound level instantly.

OSD (On Screen Display): Features and information that appear on the TV screen.

VIDEO IN/OUT: There are connectors (jacks) located on

the back of the unit that are used to record the video from another source (IN), or play the video to another source

(OUT).

WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL: By pressing the button on the remote, signals are sent to the VCR to perform

the desired task (s).

Index

Accessories (Optional) ..................... 35

Accessories (Supplied) ..................... 35

Adding Channels ................................ 8

Audio Input/Output .......................... 17

Auto Operation ................................. 22

Auto Play .......................................... 22

Auto Rewind ..................................... 22

Auto Tracking ................................... 22

Battery Installation ............................. 5

Calendar Indicator ............................ 18

Cassette ............................................... 5

Cassette In Indicator ......................... 14

CHANNEL 3/4 Switch ................. 7, 17

CHANNEL UP/DOWN Buttons ...... 13

Channels above 13.............................. 31

Input Select ................................. 11, 23

Insert a Cassette ............................ 7, 11

LINE Input .................................... 23, 25

LP (Long Play) ................................... 5

Manual Tracking ............................... 22

MEMORY Button ...................... 12, 24

MENU Button ...................... 10, 12, 18

MUTE Buttons ................................. 13

NUMBERED Buttons ...................... 13

On Screen Display ............................ 18

One Touch Recording (OTR) ........... 19

Optional Accessories ........................ 35

Other Hook-Ups You Can Try .... 26-29

OTR Button ................................ 13, 19

PAUSE/STILL Button ................ 12, 22

SEARCH Button ............ 12, 13, 16, 22

Sensor (Remote) ................................ 15

Set the Clock ..................................... 10

SLOW Button ................................... 13

SLP (Super Long Play) ........... 5, 11, 19

SP (Standard Play) .................. 5, 11, 19

Special Effects .................................. 22

Specifications .................................... 31

STATUS Button .......................... 13, 18

STOP Button .............................. 12, 16

Tape Speed ........................ 5, 11, 19, 22

Time (Clock) ..................................... 10

Time Counter .................................... 18

Time Display (Clock) ....................... 10

Timer (Programming) ................. 20, 21

Cleaning ............................................ 35

CLEAR Button ................................. 12

Clearing Timer Programs ................. 21

Clock (Setting) .................................. 10

Controls ....................................... 12-17

Deleting Channels .............................. 8

Double Speed (×2) Playback ..... 12, 22

Duplication ....................................... 23

EJECT Button ................................... 16

Erase Protection .................................. 5

FAST FORWARD Button .......... 12, 16

Features ............................................... 4

FRAME ADVANCE Button ............ 13

Getting Hooked Up ........................ 6, 7

Glossary ............................................ 33

PLAY Button .......................... 7, 13, 22

Playback .............................................. 7

POWER (VCR POWER) Button 12, 16

Precautions (Safety) ............................ 3

Programming the Timer ............. 20, 21

Rapid Scan ........................................ 22

REC Button ........................... 11, 13, 16

Record Tab ........................ 5, 11, 19, 20

Remote Control .......................... 12, 13

Requesting Service ........................... 30

Re-Recording .................................... 23

REWIND Button ........................ 13, 16

Rewind Play ...................................... 22

Rewind Power-off ............................. 22

RF Coaxial Cable ......................... 6, 35

Timer Indicator ........................... 14, 20

Timer Programs (Checking) ............. 21

Timer Programs (Clearing) ............... 21

TRACKING Control .................. 12, 22

Trouble Checks ........................... 30, 31

TV Position ................................... 9, 11

TV POWER Button .......................... !3

TV Viewing ........................................ 9

VCR Channel ...................................... 7

VCR Indicator ......................... 9, 11, 14

VCR Position ...................................... 8

VCR/TV. Selector ................... 9, 12, 16

Video Cassettes ................................... 5

VOLUME Buttons ........................... 13

X2 PLAY Button ............................... 12

GO-TO Function ............................... 24

Indicator Panel ............................ 14, 15

Safety .................................................. 3

Satellite HOOK-UP ...................... 11, 25

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Check to be sure the following items are packed with your VCR.

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These accessories are provided to help you use or set up your

VCR.

1Wireless Remote Control

(483521837083),

1 RF Coaxial Cable

(483532127022)

Maximize your viewing pleasure with State-Of-The-Art

accessories designed specifically for your VCR. The optional accessories shown in this booklet may be

purchased

from your local dealer, or may be ordered direct from

Philips

Consumer Electronics Company.

Call toll free: 1-800-851-8885

Or Write: Philips Consumer Electronics Co.

Accessories Marketing Dept. P.O. Box 967

Greeneville, TN 37744-0967

T120-Cassette Tape

V80107B K0 I $4.95

Universal

Remote

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AK9033GY02 SBV! 102A01

$79.95

Dubbing Cables (monaural)

SBV1138A01 $13.95

Dubbing Cables (stereo)

Semi-open Back

TV/VCR

Headphones

SBC3144A01 $19.95

4-Way Splitter

153.95 VCR Hook-Up

Cable

SBV1130A01 $3.95

Cable TV/VCR

Surge Protector

SRG91( 14 $29.99

Dry Head

Cleaner

SBV1141AC01 $9.95

RCA Audio/ Video Cable

SBV1127A01 $3.95

SBV 1139A01

$17.95

Prices subject to change without notice. Availability subject to change at time of purchase.

When ordering accessories outside the u.S.A., please refer to the accessories material, address, and prices for that country.

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