Mitsubishi HS-U260 Owner's Manual
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VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corp. The
VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
This Video Cassette Recorder is based on the VHS format. Onl_ video cassette tapes with
the _ mark may be used with this model.
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 SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, vrithin
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.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the :presence
of important operating and maintenance (ser_-icing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.
IMPORTANT:.
RECORDING OF COPYRIGHTED TELEVISION PROGRAMS MAY VIOLATE COPYRIGHT LAW.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-
TURE.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
THIS REMINDER IS PROVIDED TO CALL THE CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER'S ATTENTION TO ARTI-
CLE 82040 OF THE NEC THAT PROVIDES GUIDELINES FOR PROPER GROUNDING AND, IN PILR-
TICULAR, 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.
A TableofContents
Important Safeguards ................................ 2
Preface:
Welcome to Mitsubishi ............................... 5
Unpacking Your VCR .................................. 5
Chapter One:
Getting to Know Your VCR ....................... 6
Front Panel Buttons and Functions ........... 6
Fluorescent Display ..................................... 7
Overview of the Remote Control ................. 8
Rear Panel Terminals ................................ 10
Chapter Two:
Connecting Your VCR .............................. 11
Connecting the Antenna or Cable to
the VCR ................................................... 11
Connecting cable antennas .................... 11
Connecting other antennas .................... 12
Connecting separate UHF/VHF
antennas .............................................. 13
Connecting the Television ......................... 14
Determining if you need a splitter ......... 14
Connecting a regular TV to the VCR ..... 15
Connecting a TV with audio and video
inputs ................................................... 16
Chapter Three:
Operating Your VCR ................................. 17
Setting Up Your VCR for the First Time .. 17
Setting up your VCR if you are using a
regular TV ........................................... 17
Setting up your VCR if you are using a
monitor TV ........................................... 18
Using the Remote Control ......................... 18
Using the remote control to operate the
• VCR ...................................................... 18
Using the remote control to operate the
TV ......................................................... 19
Viewing the Picture Coming from
Your VCR ................................................ 20
Viewing the picture coming from your
VCR if you are using a regular TV ..... 21
Viewing the picture coming from your
VCR if you are using a monitor TV .... 21
Loading and Unloading Tapes .................. 21
Playing a Tape ........................................... 22
Playing back a tape ................................ 22
Using basic playback controls ................ 23
Selecting the On-screen Language ........... 24
Using the Audio and Video Functions ...... 24
Selecting and adjasting the audio and
video functious ...................................... 24
Descriptions of audio and video
functions .............................................. 25
Using the Menus tc Set the Time ............. 26
Programming the VCR to Receive TV
Channels ......... :....................................... 27
Programming ch_nels automatically ..28
Adding and deleting channels ................. 31
Selecting a channel ................................. 31
Setting the VCR Pl_zs+ Guide Channel
Numbers ................................................. 32
Recording ................................................... 34
Recording a cu_Tent broadcast ............... 34
Programming yo_ VCR to record ......... 35
Using One-Touch Recording (OTR) ....... 37
Programming with VCR Plus+ .............. 39
Using One Key l_:ogramming ................ 40
Using Quick Program ............................. 42
Notes about programmed recording ...... 43
Chapter Four:
Using the Advanced Features ................. 46
Using the Advanced Playback Controls .... 46
Using special effe_ts ............................... 46
Adjusting the tracking ........................... 47
Using the time coanter ........................... 48
Displaying the _ "
present time ...................... 49
Searching Techniques ................................ 49
Edit searching ......................................... 49
Speed searching ...................................... 50
Searching by time, ................................... 51
Searching for a blank portion of tape .... 51
Index search tecb=aiques ......................... 52
Making a Copy of a Tape ............... ............ 53
Using your HS-U260 to record from
another VCR .......................................... 53
Using your HS-U260 to play back to
another VCR ............................................ 54
Using Child Lock ........................................ 54
Chapter Five:
Troubleshooting .......................................... 55
Index ............................................................... 56
IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS
PLEASE READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING YOUR VCR AND RETAIN FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE. FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS Mt_RKED ON THE
VCR.
1. Read Instructions
All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions
The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings
All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow instructions
All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
.
Cleaning
Unplug this video product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.
. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended
by the video product manufacturer as they
may cause hazards.
. Water and Moisture
Do not use this video product near water --
for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,
kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool, and the
like.
8. Accessories
Do not place this video product on an un-
stable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table.
Tl_e video product may fall, causing serious
injury to a child or adult, and serious
damage to the appliance. Use only with a
cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recom-
mended by the manufacturer, or sold with
the video product. Any mounting of the
appliance should follow the manufacturer's
instructions, and should use a mounting
accessory recommended by the manufac-
turer.
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.
. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet are
provided for ventilation and to ensure
reliable operation of the video product and
to protect it from overhe _ting, and these
openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by
placing the video producL on a bed, sofa,
rug, or other similar sly!ace. This video
product should never be placed near or
over a radiator or heat register. This video
product should not be placed in a built-in
installation such as a b_)kcase or rack
unless proper ventilation:, is provided or the
manufacturer's instructions have been
adhered vo.
10.Power Sources
This video product should be operated only
from the _!pe of power sc,urce indicat_d on
the marking label. IfyotL are not sure of
the type of power supply to your home,,
consult your appliance dealer or local
power company. For v_:deo products
intended to operate from battery power, or
other sources, refer to the operating in-
struction,;.
11.Grounding or Polarizatio:]
This video product is equipped with a
polarized alternating-c_rent 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 fea-
ture. If you are unable to insert the plug
fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still i_l to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete
outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized plug.
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12.Power-CordProtection
Power-supplycordsshouldberoutedso
thattheyarenotlikelytobewalkedonor
pinchedbyitemsplaceduponoragainst
them,payingparticularattentionto cords
atplugs,conveniencereceptacles,andthe
pointwheretheyexitfromtheappliance.
13.Lightning
Foraddedprotectionforthisvideoproduct
receiverduringalightningstorm,orwhen
it isleftunattendedandunusedforlong
periodsoftime,unplugit fromthewall
outletanddisconnecttheantennaorcable
system.Thiswillpreventdamagetothe
videoproductduetolightningandpower-
linesurges.
14.PowerLines
Anoutsideantennasystemshouldnotbe
locatedinthevicinityofoverheadpower
linesorotherelectriclight orpowercir-
cuits,orwhereit canfall intosuchpower
linesorcircuits.Wheninstallingan
outsideantennasystem,extremecare
shouldbetakentokeepfromtouchingsuch
powerlinesorcircuitsascontactwith them
mightbefatal.
15.Overloading
Donotoverloadwalloutletsandextension
cordsasthiscanresultinarisk offireor
electricshock.
16.Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this
video product through openings as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or
short-out parts that could result in a fire or
electric shock. Never spill liquid of any
kind on the video product.
• 17.OutAoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to the video product, be sure the
antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges.
Section 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA No.70, provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the
mast and supporting structure, grounding
of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge
unit, size of grounding conductors, location
of antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for
the grounding electrode.
EXAMPLEOFANTENNAGROUNDING
/_-----_ANTENNA
/2_-._t_1,_ /ANTENNA
__/ _-? y DISCHARGE UNIT
I EOUIPMENT__ I_ ,/ _ J GROUNDING
_"_C]_:,_ _ CONDUCTORS
_ I-_" _(NEC SECTION 810-21)
o _J__GROUNr) CLAMPS
_'_ POWER SER VICE G ROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC -- NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART H)
18.Servicing
Do not attempt to service this video prod-
uct yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
19.Damage Requh6ng Service
Unplug this video product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel _mder the following
conditions:
(a) When the power-supply cord or plug is
damaged.
(b) If liquid has been spilled, or objects
have fallen intc the video product.
(c) If the video pro _uct has been exposed to
rain or water.
(d) If the video pro fluct does not operate
normally by ibl:owing the oporating
instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as
an improper adjustment of other con-
trols may resull: in damage _md will
often require e_tensive work by a
qualified tec]_Jcian to restore the video
product to its normal operation.
(e) If the video product has been dropped or
the cabinet has been damaged.
(f) When the video product exhibits a
distinct change in performance -- this
indicates a need for service.
20.Replaceme.nt Part.,:
When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service tech.nidanhas used
replacement parts specified by the manu-
facturer or have the same characteristics
as the original p_tr:. Unauthorized substi-
tutions may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
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ImportantSafeguards
21.Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs
to this video product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks to
determine that the video product is in safe
operating conditions.
DO NOTPLACEANYTHINGONTHE
RECORDER
Heavy objects placed on the recorder will
cause damage. The top of the recorder _ also
slotted to provide ventilation. Do not obstruct
these ventilation slots.
CONDENSATION
Leave the VCR on, without a tape in it, for 2
hours if the VCR has been exposed to sudden
changes in temperature. Sudden temperature
changes cause moisture to from on the metal
parts inside the VCR. This moisture can
cause tape to stick and damage the head.
Leaving the VCR on for a 2 hour period will
dry the inside of the VCR.
PROTECTTHE POWERCORD
Do not damage the power cord. Damage to
the power cord may cause a fire or shock
hazard. When unplugging the power cord,
please hold by the plug and remove it care-
fully.
WHENNOT IN USE
When you finish operating 1;he recorder,
always unload the cassette and turn OFF the
VCR POWER.
CAREOF THE VIDEOCASSETTETAPES
• Avoid violent vibration or shock.
• Do not place in a location where strong
magnetic: fields exist (near a motor, trans-
former or magnet).
• Never place or store in c[[rect sunlight;.
• Avoid dusty places.
• Place the, cassette in the cassette case and
store vertically.
• Never store tape in a high humidity loca-
tion.
INFORMATION
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 reasoaable 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 instruc-
tions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarant_e
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment d,)e:_cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be detern_med by turnirLg 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for co_. pliance could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Co_mm-
nications Commission helpful:
"How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems."
This booklet is available from the US Government Printing Office, Washington, ]:'.C., 20402,
Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.
,_ PREFACE
WelcometoMitsubishi
Congratulations on your purchase of this Mitsubishi Video
Cassette Recorder. Your new VCR produces a high resolution
VHS picture and is designed for easy operation. Your VCR also
includes the VCR Plus+ system and cable box control for simpli-
fied programming.
Mitsubishi has created yo_r VCR to brix_g you years of viewing
enjoyment. Similarly, your owner's guide has been designed with
easy-to-follow explanation,_ and directions In addition, your VCR
comes with Mitsubishi's exclusive _ c,n-screen operating
system. This system has been developed t0 simplify the operation
of your VCR with clear, understandable laaguage and design.
Thank you for selecting our product and welcome to Mitsubishi.
UnpackingYourVCR
As you unpack your new VCR, please mak_ sure the following
items are included:
Remote control
_Important:
2 "AA" size batteries
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• 1 Coaxial cable
• Re_listrationcard
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If any of these items are missing, please co:atact your dealer.
A few suggestions:
O Be sure to save the box and packing material your VCR came
in. Your VCR should always be transported in this box.
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Before you hook up your VCR, please tmke a few mirmtes to:
• complete the registration card and send it back to us
immediately_
• file your sales receipv in a safe place, and
• place the VCR on a stable surface wiLh sufficient lighting to
do the hook-up.
Never place any heavy objects on top of the VCR. Do not place the
VCR on top of the television.
Ge g ol now YourVCR
Now that you have unpacked your player and read through the
safety information, it's time to become familiar with the buttons
and controls.
If you are experienced with using VCRs, you may just wm_t to
glance at this section and refi_r to it later. IfVCRs are new to you,
you may want to take your time and become Familiar with the
locations of all the controls.
On the following pages, you'll find information on:
$ FrontPanelButtonsandFunctions
$ FluorescentDisplay
$ OverviewoftheRemoteControl
$ RearPanelTerminals
FrontPanelButtonsand Functions
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power button (POWER)
Press this button to turn the VCR on or
off. Remember, you need to turn the VCR
off after you have programmed the VCR to
record.
® cable box control transmitter (CABLE
BOX CONTROL)
This window (on top of the VCR) transmits
signals from your VCR to your cable box.
® -eject button (EJECT)
Press this button to eject the cassette.
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one key program button (ONE KEY
PROGRAM)
Press this button to program the VCR to
record.
(_) cassette slot
This is where you put the video cassette.
® rewind and reverse search button
(REW)
Press this button to rewind a tape or to
reverse search. You can also use this
button to control a tape's playback speed.
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play button (PLAY)
Press this button to play a tape.
fast forward and fa_t forward search
button (FF)
Press this button to fast forward a tape or
to fast forward search. You can also use
this button to control 1;he playback speed
of a tape.
video input 2 terminal
If you want to record er dub video from
another source (such as a VCR or
camcorder), plug the other source in here.
AN Network input terminal
Use this terminal to connect the VCR to a
Mitsubishi TV that has A/V Network or
Active A/V Network _his enables you to
point your remote at your TV, which will
then "pass" the comm_mds to your VCR.
To make this connection, you need a cable
with "mini" jacks at each end. These
cables are available at your local
electronics store.
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audio input 2 terminal
If you want to record or dub audio from
another source (such as a VCR or
camcorder), you plug the source in here.
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remote control sensor
This receives signals from the remote
control. Do not block it.
® channel buttons (CHANNEL)
Press these buttolls to change channels.
Also use these bul;tons to adjust tracking
and reduce pictar_ vibration.
® fluorescent display
See below.
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input button (INPUT)
Press this button to select between the
antenna and any other video equipment
that may be connected. You will also use
this button to set the VCR's clock for
daylight savings time.
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record button (REC/OTR)
Press this button once to record until the
end of the tape. P::ess repeatedly to set the
time for One-Tou(h Recording (OTR).
pause button (PAUSE)
Press this button _o pause a tape when
recording, or to freeze a frame when
viewing a tape.
stop button (STOP)
Press this button _ stop a tape.
o_FluorescentDisplay
(see the illustration on the next page)
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VCR light (VCR)
This will light up when the VCPJTV
button is set to _VCR." It indicates that
the antenna signal is being routed
through the VCR's tuner.
programmed recording light
This lights up when the VCR is off and
you have programmed the VCR to record.
record light (REC)
This lights up when the VCR is recording.
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tape status symbol
This will light up when a tape is in the
VCR. The dashes !n the center of the
symbol simulate t:]e movement, of the tape
when playing and recording.
tape speed light (SP, EP)
This will light to i:_dicate the tape speed
you are using when playing or recording.
"SP" indicates sr.andard play; "EP" indi-
cates extended play.
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channel display
This displays the channel or the input you
have selected.
cable tuning light
This lights up when your VCR is set to
receive cable broadcasts.
lock light (LOCK)
This lights up when you use the "Child
Lock" feature.
counter display
This displays either the current time or
how long the tape has run. The counter is
automatically set to 0sOOM00s when a new
tape is loaded. The current time is dis-
played whenever the VCR is turned off,
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when there is no tape in the VCR, or when
you press the DISPLAY button.
digital tracking light (DTR)
This will flash when you first play a new
cassette, indicating that the VCR is
adjusting the tracking. When trackJmg is
finished, it will glow steadily. If you adjust
the tracking manually: it will turn off.
play light (PLAY)
This lights up when the VCR is playing a
tape.
index light
This will flash when you are writing an
index mark and light, _p when you begin
searching for an index mark.
t Overviewofthe RemoteControl
® power button (POWER)
Press this button to turn the VCR on or off. If you
have programmed the VCR to record, you need to
turn the VCR off.
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TV button (TV) (&)
Your VCR remote control can be used to control
most of the functions of many brands of televi-
sions. After setting up your remote for your
particular brand of television, press this button
when you want to use the remote to operate your ®
television. See your TV owner's guide for more
information about operating your TV.
number buttons
Use these buttons to select television
stations and enter VCR Plus+ code :num-
bers.
input button (INPIY]_)
Press this button to select between the
antenna and any other video equipment
that may be connected
function button (AUDIO/VIDEO)
Press this button to adjust the VCR's
audio and video functions.
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Press the bottom half of this button
(indicated by the down arrow) to lower the
volume; press the top half of this button
" (indicated by the up arrow) to raise the
volume.
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cancel button (CANCEL)
Use this button to cancel selections on the
on-screen menus or to reset the counter
display to "0H00_00s."
mute button (MUTE)
Press this button to turn off the sound
completely or to restore it to its previous
volume.
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record button (REC)
Press this button to start recording or to
add an index mark when recording.
pause button (PAUSE)
Press this button _o pause a tape when
recording, or to freeze a frame when
viewing a tape.
rewind and reverse search button
(REW)
PressthisbuttonIx)rewind a tape or to
reverse search. You can also use this
button to control a tape's playback speed.
play button (PI_.kY)
PressthisbuttonI_)play a tape,.
VCR button (VCR)
Pressthisbuttonbeforeusingthe remote
to operate your VCR.
display button (DISPLAY)
Press to display the following hfformation
on the television:
• how much time has elapsed ,on the
current tape,
• the channel nmnber you are watching,
• the source that is supplying the VCR
with a signal,
• the present tim._, and
• whether the VCR is stopped, playing,
or recording.
This button can also be used with the
"Child Lock" feature.
quick program and VCR Plus+ button
(QUICK PROGP_kM/VCR Plus+)
This button allows you to program your
VCR more quicldy and easily. _Pnen you
press this button, you will immediately
see the VCR Plus+ "Program to record"
screen, where you can enter a VCR
PlusCode number or begin programming
your VCR to record.
channel buttons (CHANNEL)
Press these buttons to change channels.
enter button (ENTER)
Use; this button to enter a chamml or to
en_r selections on the on-screen menus.
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jog,adjust,and index search buttons
(JOG/ADJUST, INDEX SEARCH)
Afterpausinga tape,you can use these
buttonstoadvance a tapeframe-by-frame.
When usingthe on-screenmenus, use
thesebuttonstoselectoradjustitems.
Otherwise,use thesebuttonstobeginan
indexsearch.
menu button (MENU)
Press this button to display the menus,
which are lists of features and instruc-
tions, on your television screen. Also press
the button to exit the menus.
RearPanelTerminals
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antenna terminals
• antenna in terminal (ANTENNA IN)
Use thisterminaltoattachan external
antenna or cable. This "brings in" an
outside signal.
• antenna out terminal (ANTENNA
OUT)
Use this terminal to attach the VCR to
• your TV. This terminal "sends out" the
signal to your TV.
video channel switch (VIDEO
CHANNEL)
Set the switch to "3" or =4," whichever
station is NOT used for broadcasting in
your area. You will only need to do this
once. (You will learn more about this set-
up in "Setting Up Your VCR For the First
Time," in Chapter 3.)
cable box control terminal (CABLE
BOX CONTROL)
If you want to control your cable box
through your VCR and your cable box
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stop button (STOP)
Press this button to st_)p a tape.
VCR/TV button (VC]._rV)
Pressthisbutton to svritchbetween the
VCR's tuner and the._fV'stuner. W]_en
you select"VCR," you change charmelson
the VCR; when you select"TV,_you
change channelson theTV.
fast forward and fast forward search
button (FF)
Press this button to f_t forward a tape or
to fast forward search. You can also use
this button to control the playback ',speed
of a tape.
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cannot receive a signal from the Cable Box
Control Transmitter (the window on top of
the VCR), or if you wmfld like to place
your cable box away from the VCR, use
this terminal to cormect a cable for send-
ing signals to the cable box. (The cable is
available from a Mitsubishi dealer.)
audio input and output terminals
These terminals are called audio inputs
and outputs. They enable sound to flow
into the VCR (through the audio inputs)
and ou_ to the TV (t[_c,ugh the audio
output,_.) You may not need to use these
terminals if you haw_ an older TV.
video input and output terminals
These yellow terminal,,; are for sending
(OUT) and receiving (]:N) video signals.
You will only need to use these if you have
a monitor television, oz' for making copies
of tape,_.
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,_ CHAPTER TWO
ConnectingYourVCR
Now that you're familiar with some of your VCR's features, you're
ready to connect the antenna and the television. You won't have
to complete all of the connections you see in this chapter -- make
only those connections that apply to yo_Lr equipment.
You should keep in mind that there are t_o steps you need to
take to connect your VCR: first, connect the antenna or cable to
the VCR, then connect the VCR to the teh.wision.
0 ConnectingtheAntennaorCabletotheVCR
ConnectingtheTelevision
ConnectingtheAntennaor
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Cableto the VCR
The first thing you need to do is connect the antenna or cable.
Because there are at least; four different types of antennas, this
chapter will show how to connect all of them. You don't need to
make all the connections. First, find out what kind of _mtenna you
have. Then, make the connection for that type of anter.ma. You
can then go straight to the next section, =Connecting the Televi-
sion."
This section shows you:
• Connecting cable antennas,
• Connecting other antennas, and
• Connecting separate UHF/VHF antennas.
Connectingcableantennas
If you have cable TV, this is the only az_t_nna you nee(] to hook
up. Because some cable companies require a cable box (for un-
scrambling cable signals), there are two t'Snds of cable connec-
tions shown: with and wi;hout a cable box.
connectingcablewithouta cablebox
Find the =source" cable. It usually comes out of the floor or out
of a wall. If it is connected to your _[_', disconnect i:t.
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Connect the cable to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the back
of your VCR. Screw or push the cabl_ onto the terminal until
it is tight.
When you are finished, go to page 14, =Connecting the Televi-
sion."
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Chapter2:ConnectingYourVCR ConnectingtheAntennaor Cableto theVCR(cont.)
ANTENNA
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[>Important:
connectingcablewitha cablebox
If your cable system requires you to use a cable box, follow the
directions below to connect your cable box to .,;our VCR:
_]} Disconnect the cable box from the TV.
O Connect the cable from the cable box to the ANTENNA IN
terminal on the back of your VCR. Screw or push the cable
onto the terminal until it is tight.
O Place the cable box on the center of the top of the VCR. Place
the rear of the cable box flush with the rear of the VCP. Make
sure the cable box doesn't obstruct the ventilation slot_; on the
VCR.
O When you are finished, go to page 14, "Coanecting the Televi-
sion."
If your cable box has audio and video outputs, follow the addi-
tional directions below.
Connect one audio cable to the left audio output termfllal on
the cable box. Connect the other end oftIds cable to the
AUDIO INPUT terminal on the VCR.
Connect one video cable to the video output terminal on the
cable box. Connect the other end ofthi,; cable to the AUDIO
INPUT terminal on the VCR.
Audio and video cables are available at your local electronics
store.
If your cable company requires the use of a cable box, you can't
record one channel while wat_-hing another. Iz.'you have questions
concerning your cable system., please contact your cable company.
Connectingother antennas
If you don't have cable TV, you'll need to connect a regular an-
tenna. Your antenna may have one of two dLflbrent kind of ends
(called "leads") on it.
The two kinds of leads are:
• 300-ohm fiat twin leads that look like this:
• or a 75-ohm round lead that looks like 1;his:
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Insert lead under screws
and tighten.
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300-75 Ohm Adapter
ANTENNA
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ANTENNA
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Follow the procedures for connecting the kind of lead.,; your
antenna has, then go to page 14, "Connecting the Television."
connectinganantennawitha300-ohmflattwinlead
(If you have a 300-ohm flat twin lead, you will need to purchase a
300-75 ohm adapter at your local hardware or electronics store.)
O Disconnect the antenna from the back of the TV.
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Before you can attach the antenna leads to the adapter, you
need to expose a 5/8 inch segment of _ach lead by scraping off
the brown plastic covering. Sometimes these lead,_ have "U"
shaped clips that fit around the screw, in which case you will
not need to peel back the plastic.
Wrap each exposed end of wire once or twice around the screw
shanks of the adapter (or insert the clips under the screw
heads). Tighten the screws.
O Push the adapter firmly onto the anS_nna termin_fl on the
VCR labeled ANTENNA IN.
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Go to page 14, "Connecting the Tel.vLsmn.
connectinganantennawitha75-ohmroundlead
Disconnect the antenna from the back of the TV.
Connect the antenna to the ANTENNA IN terminal on the
back of the VCR. Screw or push the cable until it i.s tight.
Go to page 14, "Connecting the Telev.Lsion."
ConnectingseparateUHFNHFantennas
You may have two separate antennas (one UHF, one V-HF) that
bring TV signals into your home. If you do, you'll need[ to combine
the two antennas into a single wire to colmect them tx) the VCR.
To do this, you'll need an attachment called a combiner (which is
available at your electronics store). This chart will he].p you
determine the kind of combiner you need.
If your UHF antenna wire looks ...and your VHF antenna wire
like this.., looks like this...
...then you need a combiner
likethis.
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Chapter2: ConnectingYourVCR ConnectingtheAntennaorCabletotheVCR(cont.)
Antenna VHF
To connect your antennas:
O Disconnect the antennas from the back of 1:he TV.
O Connect the antenna leads onto the combiner.
Screw or push the combiner onto the ANT]_NNA IN terminal
on the VCR.
See "Connecting the Television," below.
Antenna UHF
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-- 300 Ohm Flat
Twin Lead
75 Ohm
Coaxial Cable
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Flat Twin Lead
300 - 75 Ohm Adapter _/ Combiner/
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Connectingthe Television
Now that you have completed the antenna connections to your
VCR, you're ready to connect the VCR to the TV. (If you haven't
connected the antenna to the VCR, go to page 11, "Connecting the
Antenna or Cable to the VCR'.) Because every television is
different (especially older model TVs), your VC',R may need to be
connected in one of a variety of ways. This section shows you:
• Determining if you need a splitter,
• Connecting a regular TV to the VCR, a_ d
• Connecting a TV with audio and vide(, _puts.
Determiningif you needa splitter
You should look at the back panel of your TV to see if you need
any special equipment to connect the TV to the VCR. You may
need an attachment called a UHF/VHF splittec (which is avail-
able at your local electronics store).
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Thechartbelowwill tell youif youneedasplitter,andwhatthe
splitterwill looklike.
If the TV's antenna terminal looks like this ...... then you will need a splitter that looks like this.
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UHF
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VHF
No splitter net.=ded
UHF/VHF splitter Connect to
From ANTENNA OUT on VC VHF IN on TV
UHF/VHF splitter \ j__ Connect to
____UHF IN on "IV
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/ _-_----_'_... Connect to
From ANTENNA OUT on VCR _'_ VHF IN on TV
ConnectingaregularTVtothe VCR
To connect a regular TV to the VCR:
O Take the black cable (called a coaxial c_ble) that is supplied
with your VCR and attach it to the terminal labeled. AN-
TENNA OUT on the back of your VCR
VCR ANTENNA TERMINAL
O Connect the other end of this cable to the terminal on your TV
labeled ANTENNA IN. This terminal is sometimes also called
=ANT-IN" or _VHF IN." If you have an older TV without this
kind of terminal, you will have to use a splitter and then
connect the splitter to the television.
TV AHTENNA TERMINAL
*- ANTENNA OUT ANTENNA IN--*
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TV without an ANTENNA IN terminal (single antenna terminal for VHF' and UHF)
UHF/VHF Splitter Connect to
From ANTENNA OUT Connect to
on VCR VHF IN on
"iV.
UHF/VHF Splitter
From ANTENNA
OUT on VCR
Connect to
UHF IN on TV.
Connect to
_/HF IN on TV.
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If you have a TV with audio and video inputs, you should
proceed to the next section, "Connecting a TV with audio and
video inputs. _ Otherwise, you are finished connecting your
TV_
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Chapter2:ConnectingYourVCR ConnectingtheTelevision(conL)
ConnectingaTV withaudio andvideo inputs
Your new VCR can be connected to many different types of
televisions. If your TV has audio and video inputs, you will want
to connect your VCR to these inputs to take advantage of your
VCR's superior picture and sound.
Beforeyoubegin:
• You should have already completed the s _ction "Connecting
a regular TV to the VCR."
O Connect an audio cable to the AUDIO OUTPUT terminal on
the VCR labeled AUDIO OlJ_.
Connect the other ends of tbJs cable to the AUDIO INPUT
terminals on your TV labeled AUDIO IN.
O Connect a video cable to the VIDEO OUTPUT terminal
labeled VIDEO OUT on the VCR.
Connect the other end of this cable to the V]:DEO INPUT
terminal on the TV labeled VIDEO IN.
VCR Back Panel
IAUDIO IIVIDEO
IN (9 II IN_
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TV BackPanel
AUDIO IN VID['O IN
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AUDIO IN --
.t'-- VIDEO
IN
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Now that you've completed your antenna, VCR, and TV connec-
tions, you're ready to start enjoying your equipment. To get the
most satisfaction out of your VCR, you shmfld carefully read the
two sections, "Setting Up Your VCR for t:he First Time" and
"Viewing the Picture Coming from Your VCR." Then you can start
exploring what your new VCR can do.
In this chapter, you'll learn:
Setting UpYourVCR for the FirstTime
Usingthe RemoteControl
$ Viewingthe PictureComingfrom YourVCR
Loadingand UnloadingTapes
$ Playinga Tape
$ Selectingthe On-screenLanguage
Usingthe Audioand Video Functions
Usingthe Menusto SettheTime
$ ProgrammingtheVCRto ReceiveTV Channels
Settingthe VCR Plus+GuideChannelNumbers
$ Recording
SettingUpYourVCRfor theFirstTime
It's important that your VCR is set up con,ectly before you try to
work it. If you carefully read this section, :_ou will avoid confusion
later and get the most out of operating ymkr system.
This section teaches you about:
• Setting up your VCR ff you are usixg a regular _I_r, and
• Setting up your VCR ff you are usir.g a monitor _UV.
Setting upyourVCR ifyouare using a reg,JlarTV
Turn on your TV and turn it to charmel 3 or 4, whichever is
NOT used for broadcast in your area.
Look at the back panel[ of the VCR and set the VIDEO CHAN-
NEL switch to channel 3 or 4, whichever is the santo as the
TV.
Turn the VCR on by pressing the POWER button.
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Chapter3: OperatingYourVCR SettingUpYourVCRfor the RrstTime(cont.)
SettingupyourVCRifyouareusinga monitorI"V
If you have connected the VCR to a monitor TV, you will never
have to use the VCRiTV button and you don't need to set the
VIDEO CHANNEL switch.
: HelpfulInformation
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Whatisa MonitorTV?
A monitor TVis one that has both audio and viteo inputs. This
enables the TV screen to displaya picture fre.m an external i_uner,
such as a VCR tuner.
If your TV does not have both audio and video inputs, it is a
_regular" TK.
Once you know what type of TV you are using, .you might want to
mark it here so that you (and or,hers) won't for_et.
Monitor D "Regular" [_
Usingthe RemoteControl
In this section, your1 learn how to set up and u,_e your remote
control. This section includes:
• Using the remote control to operate the VCR, and
• Using the remote control to operate the TV.
UsingtheremotecontroltooperatetheVCR
installingthebatteries
O Unpack two AA size batteries.
O To remove the back cover, press the ridged ;_rea gently, then
push the cover in the direction of the arrow and lif_.
Load the batteries, making sure the polarit!,es (+) and (-) are
correct.
For best results, please use Duracell AA MN-1500 batteries.
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