Memorex MVT2195B, MVT2135B User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUEL D'INSTRUCTIONS

COMBINA TION COLOR TELEVISION AND VIDEO
CASSETTE RECORDER
COMBINÉ TÉLÉVISEUR COULEUR ET
MAGNÉTOSCOPE

MVT2135B
MVT2195B

If you purchase a universal remote control from your local retailer, please
contact the remote manufacturer for the required programming code.
Si vous utilisez avec cet appareil une télécommande universelle (autre que
celle vendue avec ce téléviseur), consultez la documentation accompagnant
la télécommande universelle afin de connaître le code numérique
correspondant au téléviseur.

When shipped from the factory, the TV/CATV menu option is set to the
“CA TV”(Cable T elevision) mode.
If not using CATV, set this menu option to the “TV” position.
Lorsque l'appareil sort de l'usine, l'option du menu TV/CATV est réglée au
mode "CATV" (câblodistribution).
Si vous n'utilisez pas la câblodistribution, choisissez l'option "TV".

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly.
Avant de mettre cet appareil en marche, veuillez lire attentivement ce manuel.

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ATTENTION

TV/CA TV MODE SELECTION

SELECTION DU MODE TV/CA TV

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC

SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER VICING T O
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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

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

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR

MOISTURE.

WARNING: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partly responsible for compliance with the

FCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

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IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS

1. READ INSTRUCTIONS

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.

2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. HEED WARNINGS

All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. CLEANING

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

6. ATTACHMENTS

Do not use attachments not recommended by the unit’s manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. WATER AND MOISTURE

Do not use this unit near water. For example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.

8. ACCESSORIES

Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
The unit may fall, causing serious injury, and serious damage to the unit.
Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the
manufacturer.

8A. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
appliance and cart combination to overturn.

9. VENTILATION

Slots and openings in the cabinet and in the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to ensure reliable
operation of the unit, and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The
openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This unit
should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installa­tions such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have
been adhered to.

10. POWER SOURCES

This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For units
intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION

This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other).
This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug, if your unit is equipped with a 3-wire
grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power
outlet. This too, is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to
replace your obsolete outlet.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

PORTABLE CART W ARNING

(symbol provided by RETAC)

S3126A

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IMPORT ANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED)

12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION

Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon
or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the appliance.

13. LIGHTNING

To protect your unit from a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the unit
due to lightning and power line surges.

14. POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or
power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system,
extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be
fatal.

15. OVERLOADING

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

16. OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY

Do not push objects through any openings in this unit, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out
parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit.

17. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded
so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges, Section 810 of the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and support­ing structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

18. SERVICING

Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage
or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE

Unplug this unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the unit.
c. If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operating instructions, as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal

operation.
e. If the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f

. When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service.

20. REPLACEMENT PARTS

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original part.
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

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21. SAFETY CHECK

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

22. WALL OR CEILING MOUNTING

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

23. HEAT

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

24. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

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EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

GROUND
CLAMP

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

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FEATURES

Color TV With Video Cassette Recorder - Unique space saving design combines a color TV and a video cassette

recorder.
High Quality Picture Technology - This TV/VCR equipped “HQ” incorporates VHS High Quality technology.

A built-in detail enhancer is used to boost the recorded signal and provide maximum picture quality during playback.
It is compatible with other VHS video cassette recorders.

Frequency Synthesized Tuner - Electronically locks in and memorizes all available channels for perfect reception
with the touch of a button.

181 Channel Tuner - Receives standard VHF and UHF broadcast channels and up to 113 cable channels. The
actual number of channels received depends upon channel reception in your area or your cable system.

Closed Caption Decoder With Full Text Mode - Displays text captions or full screen text on the screen for hearing
impaired viewers.

8-Programs/1-Month Programmable Timer With Everyday/Every Week Capability - The built-in timer allows
automatic absentee recording of up to 8 TV programs within 1 month. It is also possible to record a program which is
broadcast at the same time everyday or every week.

Auto Clock Set - Once your TV/VCR is plugged into the AC outlet, it automatically sets the correct date and time.
On-Screen TV Display And VCR Programming - When you select a channel or make other changes, the TV will show

an indicator on the screen for a few seconds. Timer recording can be programmed and confirmed on the screen.
Picture Adjustments Using The Remote Control - The On-Screen display allows precise remote control adjustment

of BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, TINT and SHARPNESS.
Automatic Playback/Rewind-Stop-Eject - When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab, this TV/

VCR will automatically play back the cassette tape at the correct speed. When a tape reaches its end during play­back, recording (except during OTR and Timer Record) and fast forward, it will automatically stop, rewind, stop and
eject the tape.

Programmable ON/OFF Timer - Allows you to automatically turn on or off the TV/VCR at a set time.
Programmable TV Sleep Timer - Operable from the remote control, the TV can be programmed up to 120 minutes

to turn off automatically.
Skip Search - When the SKIP SEARCH button is pressed during playback, the TV/VCR will automatically search

forward in 30 second increments to a maximum of 3 minutes with each press of the SKIP SEARCH button, and then
return to normal playback.

Automatic Repeat Play System - When Auto Repeat option is turned on, the TV/VCR will automatically play back
the same cassette tape repeatedly.

One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR) - Simply by pressing the REC/OTR button, the TV/VCR can be programmed for
up to 5 hours of recording with an immediate start.

2 Speed Picture Search - 3 or 5 times normal speed in SP mode (7X or 9X in LP and 9X or 15X in SLP).
3 Speed Record Playback - Records and plays three tape speeds (SP, LP, SLP).
Real Time Tape Counter W ith Zero Return - The counter displays the real tape time and the zero return can be

used to return the tape to a preselected position (00:00:00) while the counter can be used to locate programs.

Digital Auto Tracking - Automatically adjusts tracking during playback for the best possible picture.
On-Screen 3 Language Display - You can select one of 3 languages, English, Spanish or French for on-screen

programming.
TV Monitor - When the TV MONI. button on the remote control is pressed during playback, the TV channel selected

on the VCR can be viewed.

V-Chip - The V-Chip function can rate a TV program or movie content. It allows you to set a restriction level.
Front Audio/Video In Jacks - A VCR or other video device may be hooked up for dubbing.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

It is recommended that you carefully read the descriptions and operating procedures contained in this Owner’s
Manual prior to operating your new TV/VCR.

PREPARATION

PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 6

LOCATION OF CONTROLS ................................................................................................................................... 8

REMOTE CONTROL .............................................................................................................................................. 9

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................. 11

CABLE TV CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................. 13

SETTING THE LANGUAGE.................................................................................................................................. 14

AUTO CLOCK SETTING ...................................................................................................................................... 15

MANUAL CLOCK SETTING ................................................................................................................................. 17

TV OPERATION

TV OPERATION.................................................................................................................................................... 18

TO MEMORIZE CHANNELS ................................................................................................................................ 22

SETTING THE V-CHIP.......................................................................................................................................... 25

TO SET THE ON TIMER....................................................................................................................................... 29

TO SET THE OFF TIMER..................................................................................................................................... 30

PICTURE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS ................................................................................................................ 31

PLAYBACK

LOADING AND UNLOADING A VIDEO CASSETTE ............................................................................................ 33

PLAYBACK............................................................................................................................................................ 35

SPECIAL PLA YBACK ........................................................................................................................................... 37

RECORDING

RECORDING A TV PROGRAM ............................................................................................................................ 39

ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR)........................................................................................................... 41

TIMER RECORDING ............................................................................................................................................ 42

OTHER FUNCTIONS FOR THE TIMER RECORDING ........................................................................................ 44

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

USING THE REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER .......................................................................................................... 46

USING ZERO RETURN........................................................................................................................................ 47

DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE............................................................................................................................. 48

RECEPTION DISTURBANCES ............................................................................................................................ 49

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.............................................................................................................................. 50

VIDEO HEAD CLEANING..................................................................................................................................... 52

SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................. 53

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PRECAUTIONS

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

DO NOT OPERATE ANY FUNCTIONS ON THIS UNIT FOR AT LEAST TWO OR
THREE HOURS WHEN MOISTURE IN THE AIR CONDENSES ON IT. LET THE
UNIT STAND WITH POWER ON (SEE BELOW).

WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION?

When a cold liquid is poured into a glass, for example, water vapor in the air will
condense on the surface of the glass. This is called moisture condensation.

MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING CASES;

• When you move the unit from a cold to a warm place.

• After heating a cold room or under extremely humid conditions.

WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDITIONS,

Plug the power cord into an AC outlet, press the POWER button to turn on and
leave the unit at room temperature until moisture condensation disappears.
Depending on the surrounding conditions, this may take two or three hours.

Head Drum

Video T ape

If you cause a static discharge when touching the
unit, and the unit fails to function, simply unplug the
unit from the wall outlet, wait a few minutes, and
plug it back in. The unit should return to normal
operation.

Do not place the unit on or near appliances which
may cause electromagnetic interference (e.g. speak­ers, etc). Doing so may cause erratic operation of the
unit including picture and/or sound distortion or noise.

Avoid extreme moisture and dust.

Avoid extreme heat.

104˚F
(40˚C)

Avoid extreme cold.

(5˚C)
41˚F

The ventilation holes prevent overheating. Do not
block or cover these holes. Especially avoid
covering the holes with soft materials such as cloth
or paper.

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Do not insert fingers or any other objects into the
cassette loading slot. Do not spray cleaner or wax
directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.

Avoid places subject to strong vibration. Use in a
horizontal (flat) position only.

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Keep the unit away from flower vases, sinks, etc. If
liquids should be spilled into the unit, serious
damage will result. If you spill any liquids into the
unit, unplug the AC power cord immediately and
consult qualified service personnel before attempting
to use it again.

When you leave your home for a long time, unplug
the AC power cord.

POWER SOURCE

AC Outlet

Wider Hole
and Blade

Polarized AC Cord plug.
(One blade is wider than the other.)

TO USE AC POWER SOURCE

Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC. Insert
the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet.

NOTES:

1. Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified
voltage (120V 60Hz). Use the attached power cord only.

2. If the polarized AC cord plug does not fit into a non-polarized AC
outlet, do not attempt to file or cut the blade. It is the user’s
responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet.

3. If you cause a static discharge when touching the unit, and the
unit fails to function, simply unplug the unit, from the AC outlet,
wait a few minutes, and plug it back in. The unit should return to
normal operation.

When you finish operating the unit, always unload
the cassette and turn off the power.

To protect the unit from a lightning storm, unplug the
AC power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect
the antenna.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

1

REARFRONT

2

Phones Power

3

Volume

9

4 5

Channel

Stop/

Rew Play F.Fwd Rec/Otr

Eject

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Power Rec/Otr

T-Rec

Video – In – Audio

DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

FRONT:

1. Cassette Loading Slot - To insert or remove a

video tape.

2. Phones Jack - Plug monaural headphones or an
earphone with an 1/8" miniplug into this jack for
private listening.

3. Volume ▲ / ▼ Buttons - Press to raise or lower the
volume of the sound.

4. Stop/Eject Button - Press once to stop the tape in
any mode. Press again to eject the tape.

5. Play Button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.

6. Rec/Otr Button - Press once to start normal

recording. Additional presses activate One-touch
Timer Recording.

7. Power Indicator - Lights when the power is turned on.

8. T-Rec Indicator - This lights up when the TIMER

REC button is pressed.

9. Power Button - Press to turn the TV/VCR on or off.

10. Channel ▲ / ▼ Buttons - Press to select a channel

for viewing or recording.

16

17

11. Rew (Rewind) Button - In the Stop mode, this
button rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the Play
mode, this button activates reverse search.

12. F.Fwd (Fast Forward) Button - In the Stop mode,
this button rapidly winds the tape forward. In the
Play mode, this button activates forward search.

13. Remote Sensor - Signals from the Remote Control
are received here.

14. Rec/Otr Indicator - Lights when the TV/VCR is
recording.

15. Audio/Video In Jacks - Audio and video signal
cables from an external source can be connected
here.

REAR:

16. VHF/UHF Antenna Jack - Connect the 75 ohm

coaxial cable from the antenna or Cable TV service
to this jack.

17. AC Power Cord - Connect to a 120V, 60Hz outlet.

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REMOTE CONTROL

1

2

3

4

5

6
7

8

POWER SLEEP TV MONI. EJECT

123

456

7809

QUICK VIEW

CALL

REC/OTR

PLAY

SPEED

STOP

SET/TRACKING

MENU

–+

AUTO

TV/CAP/

TRACKING

TEXT

PROGRAM

SKIP

COUNTER

SEARCH

RESET

CHANNEL

VOLUME

MUTINGINPUT SELECT

PAUSE/STILL

F.FWDREW

ENTER

CANCEL

TIMER REC

ZERO

RETURN

+

–

+

–

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

1. POWER Button - Press to turn the TV/VCR on.

Press again to turn the TV/VCR off.

2. Direct Channel Selection Buttons (0-9) - Allows
direct access to any channel.

3. CALL Button - Displays the present time/day of the
week, channel, counter, speed selection (and VCR
mode if VCR is playing) on the TV screen.

4. REC/OTR Button - Press once to start normal
recording. Additional presses activate One-touch T imer
Recording.

5. REW (Rewind) Button - In the Stop mode, this button
rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the Play mode,
this button activates reverse search.

6. SPEED Button - Sets the tape speed for recording.

7. MENU Button - Press to display the On-Screen menu

function.

8. PROGRAM Button - Press to confirm the programmed
timer recording and ON/OFF timer.

9. SKIP SEARCH Button - Press in the playback mode
to search forward in 30 seconds increments to a
maximum of 3 minutes.

10. TV MONI. Button - Used to temporarily view a TV
channel selected on the VCR while in the playback
mode.

11. CHANNEL + / – Buttons - Press the + button to change
to a higher numbered channel set into memory.
Press the – button to change to a lower numbered
channel set into memory.

12. QUICK VIEW Button - Switches between the present
channel and the last channel selected.

13. MUTING Button - Press to turn off the sound. Press
again to turn the sound back on.

2217

POWER SLEEP TV MONI. EJECT

CHANNEL

VOLUME

QUICK VIEW

MUTINGINPUT SELECT

PAUSE/STILL

PLAY

F.FWDREW

ENTER

STOP

CANCEL

SET/TRACKING

–+

AUTO

TV/CAP/

TIMER REC

TRACKING

TEXT

SKIP

COUNTER

ZERO

SEARCH

RESET

RETURN

+

–

+

–

23

24

25
26

27
28

18

19

20

21

123

456

7809

CALL

REC/OTR

SPEED

MENU

PROGRAM

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14. F.FWD (Fast Forward) Button - In the Stop mode,
this button rapidly winds the tape forward. In the Play
mode, this button activates forward search.

15. AUTO TRACKING Button - Allows automatic adjustment
of tracking to minimize picture noise during playback.

16. TV/CAP/TEXT Button - Switches between Caption,
T ext and TV modes for Closed-Captioned programs.

17. SLEEP Button - Sets the TV to turn off automatically
after up to 120 minutes.

18. INPUT SELECT Button - Switches the program for
viewing between the VCR and external input sources.

19. PLAY Button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.

20. SET/TRACKING + / – Buttons - Used to set or adjust

in the menu mode. During playback, they are used to
adjust tracking manually.

21. COUNTER RESET Button - Used to reset the counter
to 00:00:00.

22. EJECT Button - Press to eject the tape.

23. VOLUME + / – Buttons - Press the + button to

increase, or the – button to decrease the volume level.

24. PAUSE/STILL Button - During recording, this button
temporarily stops the tape. During playback, it stops
the tape and displays a still image on the TV screen.

25. STOP Button - Press once to stop the tape.

26. ENTER Button - Press to enter or select information

for On-Screen operations.

27. CANCEL Button - Used to clear the selected timer
recording program.

28. TIMER REC Button - Used to set the TV/VCR to start
recording at a preset time.

29. ZERO RETURN Button - Use to stop the tape when
the counter reaches 00:00:00.

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REMOTE CONTROL (CONTINUED)

BATTER Y INST ALLA TION

Slide the battery compart­ment cover in the direction

1

of the arrow.

BATTER Y PRECAUTIONS

The precautions below should be followed when using batteries in this device:

1. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.

2. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment.
Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device.

3. Do not mix different types of batteries together (e.g. Alkaline and Carbon-zinc) or old batteries with fresh
ones.

4. If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury
from possible battery leakage.

5. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can overheat and rupture. (Follow
battery manufacturer’s directions.)

Install two “AAA” batteries,
paying attention to the

2

polarity diagram in the
battery compartment.

Replace the compartment

3

cover.

EFFECTIVE DIST ANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

30˚ 30˚

NOTES:• When there is an obstacle between the TV/VCR and the remote control, the remote control may not

operate.

When direct sunlight, an incandescent lamp, fluorescent lamp or any other strong light shines on the

•

Remote sensor of the TV/VCR, the remote operation may be unstable.

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ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

If you are using an indoor or outdoor antenna (outdoor antenna not included), follow the instructions below
that correspond to your antenna system. If you are using a cable TV service (CATV), see page 13 for Cable
TV connections.

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Single 75 ohm cable or 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire)

Connect the 75 ohm cable from the combination VHF/
UHF antenna to the Antenna Jack.

If your combination VHF/UHF antenna has a 300 ohm
Twin-lead Wire, the use of the 300-75 ohm Matching
Transformer (not supplied) may be necessary.

Connect the UHF 300 ohm Twin-lead Wire to the
Combiner (not supplied). Connect the VHF 300 ohm
Twin-lead Wire to the 300-75 ohm Matching T ransformer
(not supplied). Attach the Transformer to the combiner,
then attach the Combiner to the Antenna Jack.

75 ohm
Coaxial
Cable

Antenna

Jack

300-75 ohm
Matching
Transformer

Antenna

Jack

Combination VHF/UHF Antenna (Separate VHF and UHF 300 ohm Twin-lead Wires)

Antenna

Jack

300-75 ohm
Matching
Transformer

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Combiner

UHF 300 ohm

VHF 300 ohm

Separate VHF/UHF Antennas (75 ohm VHF cable and 300 ohm UHF T win-lead Wires)

Connect the VHF 75 ohm cable and UHF 300 ohm

Antenna

Jack

Combiner

VHF 75 ohm

UHF 300 ohm

Twin-lead Wire to the combiner. Attach the Combiner
to the Antenna Jack.

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ANTENNA CONNECTIONS (CONTINUED)

INDOOR ANTENNA

Insert a twin-lead telescopic antenna (MVT2135B only) into the mounting hole on the back of the cabinet until it
locks into place. Attach the antenna plug to the antenna jack. Adjust the length and angle of the antenna rods to
receive the best possible picture.

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CABLE TV CONNECTIONS

This TV/VCR has an extended tuning range and can tune most cable channels without using a Cable TV
converter box. Some cable companies offer “premium pay channels” in which the signal is scrambled.
Descrambling these signals for normal viewing requires the use of a descrambler device which is gener­ally provided by the cable company.

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE

For basic cable service not requiring a Converter/Descrambler box,

Antenna

Jack

connect the CATV 75 ohm Coaxial Cable directly to the Antenna Jack
on the back of the TV/VCR.

ENGLISH

75 ohm
Coaxial Cable

VHF
UHF

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO SCRAMBLED CABLE TV SERVICE

If you subscribe to a cable TV service which requires the use of a Converter/Descrambler box, connect the incoming
75 ohm Coaxial Cable to the Converter/Descrambler box. Using another 75 ohm Coaxial Cable, connect the output jack
of the Converter/Descrambler box to the Antenna Jack on the TV/VCR. Follow the connections shown below. Set the
TV/VCR to the output channel of the Converter/Descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the Converter/
Descrambler box to select channels.

Incoming
75 ohm
CATV cable

Converter/

Descrambler

75 ohm Cable to
TV/VCR

Antenna

Jack

VHF
UHF

FOR SUBSCRIBERS TO UNSCRAMBLED BASIC CABLE TV SERVICE WITH
SCRAMBLED PREMIUM CHANNELS

If you subscribe to a cable TV service in which basic channels are unscrambled and premium channels require the
use of a Converter/Descrambler box, you may wish to use a signal splitter and an A/B Switch box (available from the
Cable company or an electronics supply store). Follow the connections shown below. With the switch in the “B”
position, you can directly tune any nonscrambled channels on your TV/VCR. With the switch in the “A” position, tune
your TV/VCR to the output of the Converter/Descrambler box (usually channel 3 or 4) and use the Converter/
Descrambler box to tune scrambled channels.

Incoming
75 ohm
CATV cable

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Splitter

Converter/

Descrambler

A/B Switch

A

B

75 ohm cable
to TV/VCR

Antenna

Jack

VHF
UHF

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SETTING THE LANGUAGE

SYSTEM SET-UP
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
AUTO CLOCK ON OFF
STANDARD TIME
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

〈

+/–/ENTER/MENU

〉

This TV/VCR can display the on screen language in English, Spanish or French.
Language selection (step 3) will automatically appear on the screen when you press the MENU button
initially. Select language to use the other menu options.

Press the MENU button.
Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to

1

select the SYSTEM SET-UP option, then press
the ENTER button.

MENU

SET/TRACKING

–+

4

1

ENTER

M E N U
TIMER REC SET
TV SET-UP
CH SET-UP
AUTO REPEAT ON OFF
SYSTEM SET-UP

〈

+/–/ENTER/MENU

PROGRAM

SEARCH

SKIP

MENU

TRACKING

AUTO

COUNTER
RESET

〉

SPEED

–

SET/TRACKING

TV/CAP/

TEXT

ZERO

RETURN

Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to
select the LANGUAGE option, then press the

2

ENTER button.

SET/TRACKING

–+

78

CALL

INPUT SELECT

0

PLAY

F.FWD

ENTER

REW

STOP

+

TIMER REC

REC/OTR

CANCEL

POWER

1

456

2

9

QUICK VIEW

VOLUME

MUTING

–

PAUSE/STILL

ENTER

SLEEP

3

+

1

TV MONI.

CHANNEL

–

EJECT

+

2 3

Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to
select the desired language: English (ENG-

3

LISH), Spanish (ESPAÑOL) or French
(FRANCAIS), then press the ENTER button.

SET/TRACKING

–+

ENTER

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LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE

ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANCAIS

〈

+/–/ENTER/MENU

〉

Press the MENU button twice to return to
normal TV viewing.

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MENU

AUTO CLOCK SETTING

The Auto Clock function will automatically set the built-in clock (Month, Day , Y ear and Time) when the TV/VCR is
connected to an Antenna or Cable system and it is turned off. As the TV/VCR searches for a receivable station
in your area and it receives a broadcast signal for Auto Clock, the Auto Clock needs several minutes.

AUTO CLOCK SETTING

1. Connect the Antenna or Cable system.

• If you use a cable box, turn it on.

2. Plug the AC Power cord to the AC outlet.

3. Make sure the TV/VCR is turned off.

• If you press the POWER button, the Auto Clock set is not effective.

4. Press the CALL button to check the clock on the screen.

5. If the clock is not set, check the Antenna condition. The Auto Clock does not function depend on the reception
condition.

AUTO CLOCK ADJUSTMENT

The Auto Clock Adjustment will be performed at 12:00 PM everyday if you turn off the TV/VCR.

• If you use a cable box and you want Auto Clock adjustment to be performed, the cable box must be left on.

• The Auto Clock Adjustment is not ef fective when there is a difference of more than 5 minutes exist between the

built-in clock time and the actual time.

TO SET AUTO CLOCK T O OFF

When shipped from factory the AUTO CLOCK option is set to ON.
But if you do not want Auto Clock set (Adjustment):

1. Turn on the TV/VCR

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to select the SYSTEM SET -UP option, then press the ENTER button.

4. Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to select the AUTO CLOCK option.

5. Press the ENTER button to select OFF.

6. Press the MENU button repeatedly to return to the normal screen.

• When the AUTO CLOCK is set to OFF, the Auto Clock adjustment is not functional.

• Set the clock manually (see page 17).

ENGLISH

TO SET ST ANDARD TIME

In the rare event that you live within broadcast range of two stations in two different time zones, the TV/VCR may
recognize the wrong station for the Auto Clock set.
To correct the situation:

1. Press the MENU button.

2. Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to select the SYSTEM SET -UP option, then press the ENTER button.

3. Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to select the ST ANDARD TIME option, then Press the ENTER button.

4. Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to select your time zone, then press the ENTER button.

ATLANTIC : GMT – 4 hours (GMT: Greenwich Mean Time)
EASTERN : GMT – 5 hours
CENTRAL : GMT – 6 hours
MOUNTAIN : GMT – 7 hours
PACIFIC : GMT – 8 hours
ALASKA : GMT – 9 hours
HAWAII : GMT – 10 hours
AUTO : AUTO SET

5. Press the MENU button twice to return to the normal screen.

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AUTO CLOCK SETTING (CONTINUED)

SYSTEM SET-UP
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
AUTO CLOCK ON OFF
STANDARD TIME
DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

〈

+/–/ENTER/MENU

〉

DA YLIGHT SA VING TIME SETTING

You can set the Daylight saving time automatically or manually.

Press the MENU button. Press the SET/
TRACKING + or – button to select the SYSTEM

1

SET-UP option, then press the ENTER button.

MENU

SET/TRACKING

–+

1

3

M E N U
TIMER REC SET
TV SET-UP
CH SET-UP
AUTO REPEAT ON OFF
SYSTEM SET-UP

〈

+/–/ENTER/MENU

PROGRAM

SEARCH

SKIP

ENTER

MENU

TRACKING

AUTO

COUNTER
RESET

〉

SPEED

–

SET/TRACKING

TV/CAP/

TEXT

ZERO

RETURN

REW

STOP

+

TIMER REC

CANCEL

REC/OTR

ENTER

Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to se­lect the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME option, then

2

press the ENTER button.

SET/TRACKING

–+

1

456

78

CALL

INPUT SELECT

0

9

QUICK VIEW

PLAY

PAUSE/STILL

F.FWD

MUTING

POWER

2

–

SLEEP

3

VOLUME

+

1

ENTER

TV MONI.

CHANNEL

–

EJECT

+

2

3

Press the SET/TRACKING + or – button to select one of the options, then press the ENTER button.

3

Press the MENU button until the MENU screen is cleared.

SET/TRACKING

–+

ENTER

MENU

ON:

for manual setting
(forward one hour)
for manual setting

OFF:

(back one hour)
for automatic setting

AUTO:

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

ON
OFF
AUTO

〈

+/–/ENTER/MENU

〉

When you want to set the Daylight Saving Time manually,
on the first Sunday in April you set to “ON”, and on the last
Sunday in October you set to “OFF”.

(read XDS in the signal)

NOTES: • When shipped from factory, the DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME option is set to AUTO position.

• When the clock is not set, Daylight Saving Time setting is not available.

• When there is no Daylight Saving Time in your area, always select OFF position in step 3.

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