Optimus 63, 114 User Manual

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Cat. No. 16-551/633

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

4-HEAD VHS HQ VCR

Model 114 (16-551)

Model 63 (Hi-Fi) (16-633)

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GROUND CLAM PS

NEC - NATI ON AL ELE CTRI CAL C ODE

EXAMPLE OF ANT ENNA GROUNDI NG AS P ER

NATIONAL ELE CTRICAL CODE

WIRE

DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)

SERVICE EQUIPMENT

CLAMP

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

ANTENNA

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

GROUND

ELECTRIC

FIGURE A

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read instructions

— All the safety and operatin instructio ns shou ld b e read b efore t he ap pli ance is operated.

Retain Instructions

— The safet

and opera ting instruc-

tions should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings

3. the operatin

Follow Instructions

— All warnin

s on the ap plianc e an d in

instructions should be adhered to.

— All operatin

and use instructions

should be followed.

Cleaning

5. cleanin ers. Use a damp cloth for cleanin

Attachments

6. mended b

— Unplu

the VCR from t he wall outle t before

it. Do no t use liq uid clea ners or ae rosol clea n-

— Do not use attachments not recom-

the VCR manufacturer as they may cause

hazards.

Water and Moisture

— Do not us e thi s V CR nea r w ater — for e xample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen si nk, or laundr

tub, in a wet base ment, or near a swi mmin

pool.

Accessori es

— Do not plac e this VCR on an unstable

cart, stand , tripod, brac ket, or table. The VCR ma

serious injury to someone an d serious damage

causi n to the appliance. Use onl bracket, or t able recommend ed b sold with the VCR. An

with a cart, stand, tripod,

the manufacturer or

mounting of the appliance should follow th e manufacturer ’s instructi ons and should us e a mountin

accessory recommend ed by the manu facturer. An applianc e and cart com bi nation shou l d be moved with care.

Quick sto ps, excessiv e force, a nd uneven su rfaces ma cause an appl i ance and cart co mbination t o overturn.

fall,

This VCR sho uld ne ve r be pl aced ne ar or ov er a radi ator or heat re

ister. This VCR should not be placed in a builtin install ation such as a boo kcase or rac k unless prop er ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have bee n adhered to.

Power Sources

10.

— This VCR should be operated on l from the type of po wer source indicated o n the marki n labe l. I f you are not sur e of th e type of power s upplied to

our home, consul t your appli ance deale r or loca l power

. For VCRs intended to operate from batter

compan power or other sources, refer to the o perating instructions.

Grounding and Polarization

11 .

with a polarized alternatin in

one b lade wi der t han th e ot her). Th is plug will fit into

the power ou tle t o nl

one way. This is a safety feature. If

— Thi s VCR is equipp ed

-curren t line plug (a plug hav-

ou are unable to insert the plug fully into the outle t, tr

reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact

our electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not

defeat the safet

Power-Cord Protection

12. be routed so the pinched b

purpose of the polarized pl ug.

— Power-suppl

cords s hould

are not likely to be walked on or

items placed upon or against them , payin particula r atte ntion t o cords at plugs, conven ience re ce ptacles, and the point where the

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

13. or cable s

stem is con nected to the VCR , be sure the antenna or cable s some protection a char

es.

ainst v oltage surges and built-up sta ti c

stem is grounded so as to provide

exit from the appliance.

— If an outside antenna

Section 81 0 of the Natio nal Ele ctrical Code, ANSI/N FPA No. 70-198 4, prov ides in format ion wi th re spec t to pr oper

rounding of the mast and sup porting structure, ground-

of the le ad- in wi re t o an an tenn a d isc harge unit, size

in of

rounding conduct ors, location o f antenna-disch arge unit, connection to ments for the

rounding electrodes, and require-

rounding electrode.

Ventilation

— Slots and o pen in

s in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable ope ration of t he VCR and t o prot ect it from o ve rheatin

. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openin VCR on a bed, sofa, ru

s should never be blocked by placing the

, or ot he r s i mi l ar surf ace.

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

Commercial Advance and Movie Advance are trademarks of Arthur D. Little Enterprises,

A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed by Arthur D. Little Enterprises.

Optimus and RadioShack are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.

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CAUTION

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Lightning

14. durin unused for l on outlet and d isconn ect the antenna or cabl e s will prevent dama power-line sur

Power Lines

15. be locate d i n t he vicinit electric li such power lines or circuits. When installin antenna s from touchin them mi

Overloading

16. sion cords as this can re sult in a risk of fire or elec tric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

17. kind into this VCR through openings as they may touch dan result in a fire or electric shock. Never s pill liquid of an kind on the VCR.

Servicing

18. as openin

qualifie d service pers onnel.

Damage Requiring Service

19. the wall outlet and refer servicin sonnel under the followi n

• When the power -suppl

• If liquid has been spilled or objects have falle n into the

• If the VCR has been exposed to ra i n or water.

• If the VCR does not ope rate no rmal l

• If the VCR has been dropped or the cabinet has been

• When the VCR exhibits a distinct chan

Replacement Parts

20. required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts, specified b have the sa me c harac teri stic s as the ori thorized substitutions ma injur

— For added protecti on for this VCR receiv er

a lightning storm, or when it i s left unattended and

erous voltage points o r short out parts that could

erous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to

ed.

fra

VCR.

operatin are covered b adjustment of other controls ma and will often require extensive work b technici an to restore th e VC R to its normal operation.

dama

mance — t hi s indicates a n eed for service.

to persons or other hazards.

periods of time, unplug it from the wall

e to the VCR due to lightning and

es.

— An outside antenna s

of overhead power lines or other

ht or power circuits, or whe re it can fall into

stem, extreme care should be taken to keep

such power lines or circuits as contact with

ht be fatal.

— Do not overload wall outlets and exten-

— Neve r push ob jects o f an

— Do not attempt to service this VCR

or remov ing covers may expose you to dan-

— Unplu

conditions:

cord or plug is damaged or

instructions. Adjust only those c ontrol s that

the operating instructions, as improp er

ed.

— When replacement parts are

result in fire, electric shock,

stem should not

an outside

this VCR from

to qualified service per-

following the

result in damage

a qualified

e in perfor-

the manufacturer, that

inal part. Una u-

stem. This

ourself

Safety Check

21. repairs to this VCR, ask the service technician to perform routine safet proper operatin

Heat

22.

— This V CR pr odu ct s houl d be s it uated awa heat sources such as radiat ors, heat re other products (includin

— Upon completion of an

checks to determine that the VCR is in

conditi on .

amplifiers) that produce heat.

service or

from

isters, stoves, or

Note to the cable TV system inst aller:

This reminder is to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the National Electrical Code, which provides in

and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the build in

, as close to the point of cable entry as prac-

uidelines for proper ground-

rounding system of the

tical.

Warning

: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

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 PERSONNEL.

This sy mbo l is in t en de d to al er t y ou t o the pr es ence of uninsula ted dan gerous voltage w ithin the product’s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the product’s case.

This symbol is intended to inform you that importa nt op erati ng an d maint enanc e ins truct ions

are incl uded in the l itera tur e accom panyi ng th is prod uct.

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FEATURES

Your Optimus Model 114/63 4-Head VHS HQ VCR offers some of the most advanced features available in home vid eo cassette recorders.

Your VCR’s VCR Plus+ feature lets you easily set the VCR to re cord progra ms wi thou t tedious programming, and its Commercial Advance and Movie Advance features let you quickly skip over commercials and previews recorded on tapes. The VCR’s full-function universal remote control and on-screen programming make the VCR easy to use.

Your VCR offers all these features:

The Model 63 includes all of the M odel

Note:

114’s features, but adds Hi-Fi stereo that delivers CD-quality sound for audio/video o r audioonly recordings.

RECORDING/PLAYBACK

26-Micron Record/Play Head

the picture quality at the EP (Extended Play) playback speed.

— enhances

Auto Repeat Pla

winds the tape for repeat playback when the tape reaches the en d during playback a nd recording.

Eas

-to-Use Immediate Recordin

you start a recording immediately and have the VCR automatically stop recording after a length of time you select.

VCR Plus+ Timer Recordin

the VCR to automatically rec ord programs by using the PlusCode numbers published in most television program sche dules. Your VCR automatically selects the channel you want to record, so you don’t have to manually select it.

1-Month, 8-Event Di

program the VCR to make up to eight unattended recordings (daily, weekly, or one-time).

Automatic Pla

matically plays, rewinds, then ejects a tape.

Fast-Response S

next to the playback/record head for immediate playback or recording.

back/Rewind/Eject

— automatically re-

back

— lets you set

ital Timer

— positions the tape

stem

— lets

— lets you

— auto-

Four Double-Azimuth Video Heads

vide superior picture quality and special ef fects compared with standard single-azimuth fourhead VCRs.

AI (Artificial Intelli duction S

screen when playing back a worn or partially damaged tape.

Commercial Advance

tects and skips over most commercials when you play back a tape.

Movie Advance

start of a movie or select which preview to view on a purchased or rented tape.

Auto Trackin

justs tracking when you start playback.

stem

ence) Video Noise Re-

— reduces noise on the

— automatically de-

— lets y ou g o direc tly to the

— automatically ad-

stem

— pro-

Real-Time Counter with Memor

the actual length of time a tape plays or records, and allows you to mark and return to a location on the tape.

— displays

TUNING

179-Channel, Digital-PLL, Cable-Compatible Tuner

UHF channel s , and up to 125 cable c hannels.

Tuner Memor

ly stores all the active channels in your area into me mory.

— lets you tune to up to 68 VHF and

Programming

— automatical-

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TAPE CONTROL

Index Search

beginning of a specific recording. Also, you can have the VCR play the first 10 seconds of each recording so you can locate the one you want.

Fast-Forward/Rewind with Visu al Search

Freeze-Frame/Frame Advance/S low-M otion

— lets you quickly locate the

Note:

EDS is provided by some broadcasters and includes various types of information, including the current time. If no broadcast ers in your area transmit EDS signals, you must manually set the clock.

Automatic DST (Daylight Saving Time) Adjustm ent

cally adjust the displayed time for Daylight Saving Time.

— lets you se t the VCR to automati-

Automatic Rewind

OTHER FEATURES

Multich annel Televi sio n S ound (MTS ) ( M odel 63 only)

listening or recording. This VCR can also receive and record special audio programs (SAP) that accompany some MTS broadcasts.

Front and Rear Audio/Video Input Jack s

let you quickly connect an audio/v ideo device, such as a camcorder, to the VCR without disconnecting other devices.

Trilingual On-Screen Programming

vides helpful instructions on the TV screen f or setting the clock and timers. You can select English, French, or Spanish instructions.

Universal Remote Control

your VCR, as well as TVs and cable boxes produced by other manufacturers.

— decodes stereo broadcasts for

—

— pro-

— lets you control

We recommend you record the VCR’s model and serial numbers here. This information is on the VCR’s back panel.

Model:

Serial Number:

_______________________________

______________ __________

Memory Sentinel

tuner programming information, and timer memory settings in case of a power loss. The clock continues to run for 30 minut es, and tuner programming information and timer mem ory settings are kept for up to 24 hours.

Automatic/Manual Clock Setting

set the VCR to automatically update its clock using EDS (Extended Data Service) signals sent by some TV stati ons. You ca n also man ually set the clock.

— protects clock settings,

— lets you

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CONTENTS

Before Yo u Begin ...... ................ ................. ......... ................. ................ ................. ................. ...... 8

Supplied Accessories .............................................................................................................. 8

Moisture Condensation ............................................................................................................ 8

Using This Manual ................................................................................................................... 8

Installation .................................................................................................................... ................ 9

Common Connection s ...... ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ................ . . 9

Model 63 Connections ........................................................................................................... 10

Model 114 Connections ......................................................................................................... 11

Home Theater Connections (Model 63 Shown) .......................................... ....... ..... ....... ....... 12

Camcorder Connec tions ....... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ................. .... 13

Connecting Power .............................................................................................................. ... 13

VCR Setup .............. ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ................. ....................... 14

Setting the VCR’s Output Channel Switch ............................................................................ 14

Remote Control ............. .......... ................ ................. ................ ................. ......... ................... 14

Installing Batteries ........................................................................................................... 14

Using the Remote Control ............................................................................................... 14

Initial Set Up .......................................................................................................................... 15

Setting the On-Screen Language/Connection Type/Channels/Clock ............................. 15

Manually Setting the Clock ............................................................................................. 16

Adding/Erasing Channels ............................................................................................... 17

Reprogramming Tuner Memory ...................................................................................... 18

Turning On Auto Clock Set ............................................................................................. 19

Setting the Cable Box ..................................................................................................... 19

Changing the On-Screen Language ............................................................................... 20

Resetting the VCR’s Memory .......................................................................................... 20

Using the VCR’s Remote Control with Your TV or Cable Box ............................................... 21

Operation .................................................................................................................................... 23

Watc h i ng TV ......................... ................. ......... ................. ................ ................. ..................... 23

Using the TV’s Tuner ...................................................................................................... 23

Using the VCR’s Tuner ................................................................................................... 23

Viewi ng a Video Tape .... ................. ................ ................. ................ .......... ................ ............ 23

Loading a Video Tape ..................................................................................................... 23

Playing a Video Tape ...................................................................................................... 24

Tape Motion Controls ............................................................................................................ . 24

Fast-Forward/Rewind and Visual Search ........................................................................ 24

Freeze-Frame/Frame Advance ....................................................................................... 25

Slow Motion .................................................................................................................... 25

Real-Time Counter ................................................................................................................ 25

Using the Counter ........................................................................................................... 25

Using the Zero Search Function ..................................................................................... 25

Tracking ................................................................................................................................. 26

Special Functions ................... ................ ................. ......... ................. ................. ....................... 27

Special Displays .................................................................................................................... 27

Blue Screen Display ........................................................................................................ 27

On-Screen Display .......................................................................................................... 27

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Function Indicators ......................................................................................................... 27

Skipping Commercials .......................................................................................................... 27

Recording a Broadcast with Commercial Advance Marking ........................................... 27

Marking an Unmarked Tape ........................................ ..... ....... ....... ..... ....... ....... ....... ..... . 28

Playing Back with Commercial Advance Marking .......................................................... 29

Questions and Answers about Commercial Advan ce .................................................... 29

Skipping/Selecting Previews ................................................................................................. 29

Using Index Search ............................................................................................................... 30

Direct Access Index Search ........................................................................................... 30

Index Scan ...... ................ ................. ................ ................. .......... ................ ................. . .. 31

Repeat Play .......................................................................................................................... 31

Recording ................................................................................................................................... 32

Recording Speeds/Tape Selection . ....................................................................................... 32

Erase Protection ................................................................................................................... 32

Selecting the Signal to Record .............................................................................................. 33

Receiving/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 63 Only) ............................................ 33

Immediate Recording ............................................................................................................ 33

Recording a Program as You Watch It ........................................................................... 33

Recording One Program on the VCR While You Watch Another on the TV ................... 34

Recording with VCR Plus+ .................................................................................................... 34

Setting the VCR Plus+ Guide Channels ......................................................................... 34

Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ ................................................................................... 35

Checking/Changing VCR Plus+ Programs .............................. ....... ....... ..... ....... ....... ...... 37

Automatic Timer Recording ................................................................................................... 37

Setting a Timer ............................................................................................................... 38

Monitoring an Automatic Timer Recording ..................................................................... 40

Checking/Changing Timers ............................................................................................ 40

Clearing a Timer .................... .......... ................ ................. ................. ................ .......... ... 40

Dubbing ....................................................................................................................... .......... 41

Audio-Only Recording (Model 63 Only) ................................................................................ 41

Additional Information .............................................................................................................. 42

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 42

Care and Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 44

Servicing Your VCR ........................................................................................................ 45

Cleaning the Video Heads .................................................. .......... ....... ....... .. .......... ....... . 45

Storing Your Video Cassettes ......................................................................................... 45

Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 46

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

Be sure to remo ve the rem ote control and 7 5ohm coaxial cable before you store the packing material.

Depending upon your audio/video system setup, you might need add itional cables or a dapters (available at your local RadioShack store). Read “Installation” on Page 9 to determine your specific needs.

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

Condensation inside the VCR can cause tape jams or video head damage. When you move the VCR from a cold area to a warmer one, let it sit for about 2 ho urs before y ou plug it in and begin operation. This allows any moisture inside the VCR to completely evaporate.

USING THIS MANUAL

This manual has these major sections:

Installation

VCR to your audio/video system and a camcorder.

VCR Setup

the output channel swit ch, prepari ng and us ing the remote control, setting the on-screen programming language, setting the channe ls your VCR can tune, and setting the clock.

Operation

the TV’s or VCR’s tuner, load and play a video tape, fast-forward and rewind a tape, use the VCR’s special playback, display, and search features, use the real-time counter and the zero search function, and set the tracking manually.

Special Functions

on the VCR’s display and the TV screen, how to use the VCR’s Commercial Advance and Movie Advance features, use index search, and use repeat play.

— shows you how to connect the

— includes procedures for setting

— explains how to watch TV using

— describes what appears

Recordin

methods.

Additiona l Informatio n

shooting section, care and maintenance procedures, and the VCR’s specifications.

We recommend you thoroughly read at least “Installation” on Page 9 and “VCR Setup” on Page 14, to be sure you correctly install and set up your VCR.

When reading through this manual, keep the following in mind:

• Some buttons on the remote control also appear on the VCR. You can use these buttons to operate the same functions. Other procedures use only the VCR’s buttons, or only the remote control’s.

• Some buttons are labeled differently on the VCR and on the remote control. Since y ou use the remote control most often to change settings and f unctions , this ma nual refers only to the remote control’s labels. Unless otherwise noted, however, you can use either the remote control’s or the VCR’s buttons at any time.

• All buttons, switches, and jacks on the VCR and all buttons on the remote control are shown in this manual.

• Information that appears on the TV screen is shown in this typeface:

• Information that appears on the VCR’s display is shown in this typeface: VCR

• The VCR displays menu s and opt ions on the TV you connect it to, and other information (such as tape motion indicators, the real-time counter, etc.) on its display.

If a menu disappears before you finish entering information, simply locate the step where you first pressed remote control, then repeat that step and all steps that follow.

— describes the different recording

— includes a trouble-

BOLD UPPERCASE

letters in

PLAY

on the

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INSTALLATION

COMMON CONNECTIONS

Refer to the illustrations on Page 10 (Model 63) or 11 (Model 114) for these connections.

Some connection s shown in this section

Note:

might require additional supplies, available from your local RadioShack store.

Connect the VCR to your TV for playback. You can connect (choose one):

• Your VCR’s to your TV’s antenna jack, using a 75-ohm coaxial cable

Caution:

VHF/UHF OUT TO TV

nal that has an antenna already connected. Doing so can interfere with other receivers.

• Your VCR’s to your TV’s separate VHF/UHF antenna jacks, using a 75 -ohm coax ial cable and a VHF/UHF splitter/ combiner

• Your VCR’s jacks to your TV’s audio/video jacks, using a stereo audio/video cable

For the best quality recordings,

Note:

use high-quality A/V cables to make these connections.

Connect a signal source to the VCR for recordin (choos e one):

• An outside antenna , using a 75-ohm coaxial cable, to the VCR’s

ANT.

jack

• An outside antenna, using 300-ohm lead-in wire and a 300-to-75 ohm transformer, to the VCR’s

ANT.

jack

• Your CATV (cable) source, using the 75-ohm coaxial cable directly from the cable company, to the VCR’s

FROM ANT.

VHF/UHF OUT TO TV

Never connect the VCR’s

jack to a termi-

VHF/UHF OUT TO TV

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO OUT

. You can connect

jack

IN FR OM

IN FROM

Caution:

direct connections to cable wires (connections that do not go through a cable box). Check the laws in your area before you make connections.

• A cable converter box to the VCR’s

FROM ANT.

There are many cable TV sys-

Note:

tems in use. If you subscribe to cable TV service and cannot record c abl e T V programs, contact your local cable TV service provider. Most cable TV service providers offer connection help.

Connection Notes:

Because of the complexity of the variations possible when using additional video acce ssories, such as video signal switches, splitters, and combiners, such configurations are not shown in this manual.

You can also connect an optional video source, such as a camcorder, another VCR, or a DSS s

our VCR using A/V cables. Simpl

connect it as shown.

• You can connect three video sources directly to your VCR. To do so, you connect one source to the (Model 114) or (Model 63) jacks on the back of the VCR using A/V cables, another source to the

FROM ANT.

cable, and another source to the

IN/AUDIO AUDIO IN-R

the VCR (see “Camcorder Connections” on Page 13).

• You can connect additional 75-ohm coaxial sources to your system using a high-isolation A/B switch to switch between the sources.

• You can connect one 75-ohm coaxial source to more than one device using a video splitter.

IN (Model 114) or

Some state laws restrict

jack

stem to

AUDIO IN 1/VIDEO IN 1

R-AUDIO-L IN 1/VIDEO IN 1

jack using a 75-ohm coaxial

AV2 VIDEO

AV2 VIDEO IN/L-

(Model 63) jacks on the front of

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MODEL 63 CONNECTIONS

Outside Antenna

Cable

(CATV)

Company

(Optional Camcorder/2nd VCR/DSS System)

Audio

Video

Cable Box

Model 63 (rear)

OUTI N

Stereo Audio/Video Cable

R - AUDIO - L

OUT

MONO

IN 1

75-Ohm Coax Cable

VIDEO

OUT TO TV

IN FROM ANT.

VHF/UHF

3 CH. 4

75-Ohm Coax Cable

or or

300-Ohm Lead-In Wire

300-to-75 Ohm Transformer

Stereo Audio/Video Cable

Antenna InAudio InVideo In

75-Ohm Coax Cable

Optional TV

Antenna In

Connection

VHF/UHF Splitter/Combiner

UHF

VHF

Antenna In

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MODEL 114 CONNECTIONS

Outside Antenna

Cable

(CATV)

Company

(Optional Camcorder/2nd VCR/DSS System)

Audio

Video

Cable Box

Audio/Video Cable

Model 114 (rear)

75-Ohm Coax Cable

OUTI N

or ororor

300-Ohm Lead-In Wire

300-to-75 Ohm Transformer

AUDIO

OUT

IN 1

VIDEO

IN FROM ANT.

VHF/UHF

OUT TO TV

3 CH. 4

Audio/Video Cable

Antenna InAudio InVideo In

75-Ohm Coax Cable

Optional TV

Antenna In

Connection

VHF/UHF Splitter/Combiner

UHF

VHF

Antenna In

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HOME THEATER CONNECTIONS (MODEL 63 SHOWN)

Refer to this illustration to connect your VCR to a home theater system.

Outside Antenna

A/V RECEIVER

Speakers

Front

Right

Left

–

Rear

Right

Left

–

Cable

(CATV)

Company

Center

–

TV/Monitor

R - AUDIO - L

OUT

IN 1

Cable Box

VIDEO

Video Cable

75-Ohm Coax Cable

OUTI N

Stereo Audio/Video Cable

R - AUDIO - L

OUT

IN 1

Stereo Audio/Video Cable

75-Ohm Coax Cable

or or or

Select the signal source you have

VIDEO

IN FROM ANT.

VHF/UHF

MONO

OUT TO TV

3 CH. 4

75-Ohm Coax Cable

300-Ohm Lead-In Wire

300-to-75 Ohm Transformer

Model 63

(rear)

Speakers

Antenna InAudio InVideo In

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CAMCORDER CONNECTIONS

Your VCR has jacks on its front panel that let you easily connect a camcorder or other video source. You can also connect a camcorder to the

IN 1/VIDEO IN 1

(Model 63) j acks on the bac k of the VCR.

AUDIO IN 1/VIDEO IN 1

(Model 114) or

The Model 63 needs a stereo audio/video cable for this connection. The Mod el 114 needs an audio/video cable for this conne ction. Your a udio/video cable (no t supplied) must have plugs t hat fit the VCR’s jacks and the camcorder’s jacks for this connection.

R-AUDIO-L

PLAY

REWIND

AV 2

VIDEO IN L – AUDIO IN – R

POWER

TV/VCR

1. Insert the plugs at one end of the cable into the the Model 63’s front panel, or the

AUDIO IN/VIDEO IN

RECORD/TIME

AV 2 L-AUDIO IN-R

jacks on the Model 114’s front panel.

FAST-F

STOP EJECT

CHANNEL

and AV

VIDEO IN

jacks on

2. Insert the plugs at the other end of the cable into the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks on your camcorder or other video source. Be sure to connect VIDEO to VIDEO and AUDIO to AUDIO (use the plug’s color codes as a guide).

CONNECTING POWER

To power the VCR, plug its power cord into a standard AC outlet. --:-- appears on the display.

Note:

The VCR prompts you to select a language, connection type, and output channel, then starts to search for a channel that has an Extended Dat a Serv ice (EDS) sig nal (see “Initial Set up” on Page 15) when:

• You plug in the VCR for the first time then press

• You unplug the VCR and reconnect it (within 24 hours) or after a power failure (of less than 24 hours) then press

POWER

to turn it on.

POWER

to turn it on.

• You reset the VCR’s memory (see “Resetting the VCR’s Memory” on Page 20).

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VCR SETUP

SETTING THE VCR’S OUTPUT CHANNEL SWITCH

If you connected the VCR’s

terminal to a TV or another VCR, set on the back of the VCR to 3 or 4, whichever is not an active channel in your area.

When VCR appears, the VCR s ends t he signal from the video source connected to its

ANT .

jack or for the Model 63) terminals to the TV on the channel you selected.

Setting

Note:

when the VCR is off or if you connected a T V with separate audio/video input jacks to the VCR’s

R-AUDIO-L IN 1/VIDEO IN 1

3 CH. 4

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO IN

has no effect on the TV

VH F/UHF O UT TO

3 CH. 4

IN FROM

(or

jacks.

AV2

REMOTE CONTROL

Installing Batteries

The remote control requires two AA batteries (not supplied). For the longest operation and best performance, we recommend alkaline batteries (such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-557).

2. Put fresh batteries in the compartment, as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.

3. Replace the cover.

When the remote control stops working

Note:

or operates poorly, replace both batteries.

Cautions:

• Never leave dead or weak batteries in the remote control. Batteries can leak chemicals that can damage your remote control.

• Dispose of dead batteries promptly and properly; do not bury or burn them.

Cautions:

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.

• Do no t mix old and new ba tteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.

1. Press the tab on the battery compartment cove r and lift o ff the cove r in the di rection of the arrow.

Ta b

Using the Remote Control

To use the remote control, aim it at the front of the VCR and press the desired function buttons.

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INITIAL SET UP

Setting the On-Screen Language/ Connection Type/Channels/Clock

When you first plug in the VCR and turn it on, when you turn it on after power was interrupted for longer than 24 hours, or when you reset the VCR’s memory, the VCR prompts you to select a language, then scans f or active channels in your area and stores them.

In many areas, the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) station broadcasts an electronic data signal (EDS) with its regular broadcast. This signal can automatically set your VCR’s clock to the correct time. If a station in your area has EDS signals, the VCR automatically sets the clock.

Notes:

• The V CR is preset to automat ically set the clock, but you can change this setting. See “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16.

• If no stat ions in your area broadcast EDS signals, you can set the clock manually. See “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16 for more information.

4. When the following appears on the TV screen, repeatedly press marked above it) or

STOP

PLAY

(with s

(with t marked below it) on the remote control to highlight a connection type, then press

(with

marked to its right) to select it.

VCR TV

BOX TV

• If you connected a cable box or a DSS

receiver to the VCR then c onnected the VCR to a TV, select

BOX

VCR TV

CABLE/DSS

• If you connected the VCR to a cable box

or a DSS receiver then connected the cable box/DSS receiver to a TV, select

VCR CABLE/DSS BOX TV.

1. Press

POWER

to turn on the VCR.

2. Turn on your TV and set it to the same channel as the VCR’s

3 CH. 4

switch or select its line input if you connected the VCR to the TV’s audio/video input jacks. Then press

3. Select a language by pressing select English),

TV/VCR

so VCR appears.

CH t

(to select Spanish), or

CH s

(to

(to select French) when the follow-

ing appears on the TV screen.

• If you connected the VCR directly to a TV, select

If you selected

, continue with Step 5. If you selected

VCR CABLE/D SS TV

VCR TV

CABLE/DSS BOX VCR

VCR TV

, skip

to Step 6.

5. When the following appears on the TV

screen, repeatedly press

s or t to select

your cable box’s or DSS receiver’s output

VCR TV

OUTPU

channel number, then press

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Notes:

• The output channel number for most cable boxes and DSS receivers is usually 3 or 4. Check the owner’s manual for your cable box or DSS receiver if you are not sure what the output channel number is.

• If you are using the audio/video jack connections to your cable box or DSS receiver, select

VIDEO OUT

as the out-

put channel.

6. When the following appears on the TV screen, set your cable box or DSS receiver to the local PBS station, then press

(If you do not have a cable box or DSS receiver, simply press

UTO SET

CABLE

YOUR

THEN. . .

UP KEY

to the correct time and

COMPLETED

appears. If the VCR does not

detect a signal within this time,

CLOCK

SET INCOMPLETE

AUTO CLOCK SET

AUTO

appears. There is probably not an EDS signal available in your area. Press

STOP

, then see “Manually Setting the Clock” to set the clock.

Notes:

• Your VCR pr otec ts t uner pr ogr ammi ng for

up to 24 hours in case a power failure occurs or if the power cord becomes unplugged. After about 24 hours without

power, the VCR l oses the programm i ng.

• If you have not connected the VCR to an

antenna, cable box, DSS receiver, or other signal source through the

ANT.

jack, the VCR does not store any

IN FROM

channel in memory. Instead, you see:

After you press

CEEDIN G

and the current channel number

AUTO SET PRO-

, CH

appear on the TV screen as the VCR scans through the channels and memorizes all active ch annels in your ar ea.

Note: If you have already set the channels and just want to manually set the clock, press

to skip tuner programming.

Then see “Manually Setting the Clock.”

7. When the VCR finishes s canning and storing channels, it searches for an EDS signal and shows the following on the TV screen:

AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING

CANCEL: PUSH STOP KEY

It takes up to 10 minutes for the VCR to set the clock using the ED S signal. If the VCR finds a signal, it automatically sets its clock

Manually Setting the Clock

Follow these steps to set the VCR to not search for an EDS signal then to manually set the clock.

Notes:

• The clock must be accurately set for proper automatic timer recording. We suggest you refer to a radio station or time/temperature service for the correct time.

• If you do not press a button within 5 minutes in Steps 2–9, the clock is not set. Start again from Step 1.

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1. Press

2. Repeatedly press

3. Repeatedly press

4. Repeatedly press

to display the main menu.

To exit the programming mode at

Note:

any time, press

SET CLOCK

light

MANUAL SET

light

PLAY

STOP

, then press FF.

PLAY

STOP

, then press FF.

PLAY

STOP

the correct month, then press

to high-

to select

DST : O

5. Repeat Step 4 to select the correct date,

STOP

OFF

appears.

to select a

DST

to set

year, and hour, then press

Your VCR uses a 12-hou r clock. Be

Note:

sure you correctly set AM or PM.

6. Repeatedly press

PLAY

minut e th at i s 1 or 2 m i nut es af te r the cur rent time, then press

. (For example, if it is 42 minutes past the hour right now, enter 43 minutes.) This gives you time to complete this procedure before starting the clock.

7. Repeatedly press

PLAY

(daylig ht saving time) to ON or When you set

DST

to ON, the VCR automatically adds 1 hour on the first Sunday in April, and subtracts 1 hour on the last Sunday in October.

SET COMPLETED

8. Press

12: 0 0 PM

DST : O

If the information is not correct, move the cursor to the incorrect entry by repeatedly

REW

pressing

, then enter the correct information.

(with ma rk ed to its lef t) or

When the information is correct and the time reaches the minute you s et in Step 6,

press

twice. The time you set

appears and the clock starts running.

Note:

when you press

Seconds begin counting from 00

twice.

Adding/Erasing Channels

We recommend you check the channels the VCR automatically stored. It might have stored distant, weak channels that you normally would not watch, or it might have missed channels you want t o store.

If the tuner stores a channel that you do not want, repeatedly press (or hold down) to tune to that channel, then press

CHANNEL nn DELETED

appears, and t he unwanted channel is erased from the tuner’s memory.

If you want to add a channel, enter the desired channel number using the remote control’s number buttons. Then press

NEL

ADDED

appears, and the channel is

ADD/DLT

added to memory.

HANNEL

08 DELE T

s or t

ADD/DLT

CHAN-

9. Review the information you entered.

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Reprogramming Tuner Memory

You might want to reprogram the VCR’s tuner memory if you move or chang e from an ante nna connection to a cable TV connection.

You can also quickly erase all settings,

Note:

including the time, local channels, and programmed events, then reprogram the tuner’s memory. See “Resetting the VCR’s Memory” on Page 20.

Follow these steps to reprogram the tuner.

1. Press

2. Repeatedly press

3. Press

4. Press

to display the main menu.

To exit the programming mode dur-

Note:

ing Steps 2–5, press

PLAY

SET UP CHANNEL

light

again to select the broadcast sys-

tem (

then

CATV)

PLAY

STOP

press FF. You see:

to highlight

again.

STOP

, then press FF.

E : ENGL I S

NNE : CATV

SET UP

ET UP

to high-

AUTO SET

do not have a cable box or DSS receiver,

simply press After you press

CEEDING

and the current channel number

AUTO SET PRO-

, CH

appear on the TV screen as the VCR scans through the channels and memorizes all active c hannels in your a rea.

6. When the VCR finishes scanning and storing channels, it searches for an EDS signal and shows the following on the TV screen:

It takes up to 10 minutes for the VCR to set the clock using the EDS sig nal. If the VC R finds a signal, it automatically sets its clock to the correct time, and

SET

COMPLETED

appears. If the VCR

AUTO CLOCK

does not detect a signal within this time,

AUTO CLOCK SET INCOMPLETE

appears. There is probably not an EDS signal available in your area. Press then see “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page16 to s et the c lock .

Notes:

• Your VCR pr otec ts t uner pr ogr ammi ng for

up to 24 hours in case a power failure occurs or if the power cord becomes unplugged. After about 24 hours without power, the VCR l oses the programm i ng.

UTO SET

CABLE

YOUR

THEN. . .

UP KEY

5. Set your cable box or DSS receiver to the local PBS station, then press

. (If you

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• If you have not connected the VCR to an antenna, cable box, DSS receiver, or other signal source through the

ANT.

jack, the VCR does not store any

IN FROM

channel in memory. Instead, you see:

NO CH FOUND PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN

PUSH VCR CH UP KEY AGAIN

Turning On Auto Clock Set

If you turned off the auto clock set feature and manually set the VCR’s clock, then find that EDS is available in your area, you can turn the auto clock set feature back on. This ensures that the VCR sets itself to the correct time after a power failure of less than 24 hours.

Follow these steps to turn on auto clock set.

1. Press

2. Repeatedly press

SET CLOCK

light

to display the main menu.

PLAY

STOP

to high-

, then press FF. Y ou see:

Setting the C able Box

When you change the connections to your VCR (for example, when you subscribe to a cable company’s service), follow these steps to change the antenna system settings.

1. Press

2. Repeatedly press

3. Be sure

to display the main menu.

PLAY

SET UP CHANNEL

light You see:

NNE

: CATV

SET UP ET UP

CATV

appears next to

SYSTEM

STOP

press

. If not, repeatedly press

to select

ANTENNA SYSTEM

CATV

Then repeatedly press highlight press

CABLE/DSS BOX SET UP

. You see:

VCR TV

STOP

to high-

, then press FF.

ANTENN A

PLAY

STOP

, then

and

3. If necessary, press

AUTO SET

light

4. Press

, then press FF.

s. The VCR searches for an EDS

PLAY

STOP

to high-

signal and, if it finds one, automatically sets its clock to the correct ti me. If the VCR does not find an EDS signal, follow the steps under “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16.

4. If necessary, repeatedly press

STOP

on the remote control to highlight

VCR CABLE/DSS BOX TV

. You see:

NNE

: CATV

SET UP

ET UP

. Then press

PLAY

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The display prompts you to select the cable box’s output channel number. Repeatedly press number, then press

s or t to select the

VCR TV

OUTPU

Fran

SCOPE

: FRANÇAI

ais

5. When you finish, press

twice.

Changing the On-Screen Language

Follow these steps to change the on-screen programming language.

1. Press

2. Repeatedly press light the fourth menu selection, then press

. (The title of the fourth menu selection differs depending on the language currently selected).

to display the main menu.

PLAY

English

E : ENGL I S

STOP

to high-

3. Repeatedly press

so the desired lan-

guage appears next to the fourth item.

4. When you finish, press

Resetting the VCR’s Memory

You can erase all settings (including the time, local channels, and programmed events) at any time. Eject any loaded tape, then hold

PLAY

down about 5 seconds until it turns itself off. All settings are cleared.

The next time you turn on the VCR, it perf orms its initial setup sequence. See “Setting the OnScreen Language/Connection Type/Channels/ Clock” on Page 15.

and

CHANNEL

on the VCR for

E : ESP

ANO

Espanõl

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USING THE VCR’S REMOTE CONTROL WITH YOUR TV OR CABLE BOX

In addition to c ontrolling your VC R, the r emote control can operate the basic functions of your TV and cable box. Follow these steps to program the remote control with the correct manufacturer’s code number f or that TV and cable box.

Note:

Some brands have more than one c ode listed in the charts. If a code does not work with your TV or cable box, try another. The listed codes might not work w ith all model s from the listed manufacturers.

1. Find the code for your TV an d c able box in the following charts.

TV BRAND CODE

Fisher 10 GE 03

Goldstar 15, 16, 17 Hitachi 12 JVC 11 Magnavox 05 Mitsubishi 07, 13 Panasonic 01, 02 Quasar 01, 02 RadioShack 01, 02 , 15, 16, 17 RCA 03 Realistic 01, 02, 15, 16, 17 Samsung 14 Sanyo 10 Sharp 06, 07 Sony 08 Sylvania 05 Toshiba 09 Zenith 04

CABLE BOX

BRAND

Archer 01, 29, 44, 88, 91 Cableview 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,

Citizen 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,

Curtis 08, 0 9, 56, 61, 87, 90 Diamond 01, 29, 44, 88, 91 Drake 37, 67, 71 Eagle 13, 20, 22, 26, 40, 58,

Eastern 28 GC Brand 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,

Gemini Regal 04, 85 General Electric 57 General Instru-

ment Hamlin 14, 15, 28, 41, 97, 100,

Hitachi 31, 79 Jerrold 01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55,

Macom 31, 79 Magnavox 25, 26 Matsushita 16, 17, 101 Movietime 29, 32, 38, 39, 40, 42,

NSC 32, 38, 40 Oak 10, 11, 46, 99 Optim u s 44, 88 Panasonic 16, 17, 101 Philips 13, 20, 23, 24, 96 Pioneer 05, 06, 78 Pulsar 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,

RadioS h ac k 44, 88 RCA 16, 17, 101

CODE

85, 88

62, 98

85, 88

01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55, 83, 85, 91, 93, 95

102

83, 85, 91, 93, 95

44, 88

85, 88

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CABLE BOX

BRAND

Realistic 44, 51, 88 Regal 14, 41 Regency 28 Rembrandt 29, 32 , 39, 42, 44, 88 Samsung 32, 40, 42, 78, 94 Scientific Atlanta 08, 09, 56, 61, 87, 90 Sheritech 27 SL Marx 32, 40, 42, 78, 94 Sprucer 16, 17, 101 Stargate 04, 30, 32, 40, 42, 44,

Sylvania 19 Teknika 74 Telecaption 77, 92 Teleview 32, 40, 42, 78, 94 Texscan 18, 19 Toco m 01, 33, 34 , 42, 48, 49,

Toshiba 36 Uniden Satellite 65, 69 Unika 01, 29, 44, 88, 91 Universal 42, 43, 44, 52, 63, 88 Viewstar 13, 20, 22, 26, 40, 58,

Videoway 07, 23, 50 Vid Tech 64 Vidter 64 Zenith 07, 23, 50

CODE

52, 63, 78, 85, 88, 94

62, 98

2. While holding down TV, enter the code number for your TV using the number buttons. Or, while holding down

CATV

, enter the code number for your cabl e box using the numbered buttons.

Precede a single-digit code number wit h a 0 — for example, 01, 02, etc. To enter a three-digit number, press

100

, then enter the second and third digits in the code number.

3. Try operating your TV or cable b ox using the VCR’s remote control. First press

CATV

, then try pressing

s or t, and

POWER

and CH s or t for cab le box opera-

VOL +/–

POWER, INPUT, CH

for TV operation; or

tion. If the device does not function, repeat Step

2 and try other codes for the manufa cturer. If it still does not function, you must use the original remote control supplied with your TV or cable box.

To use the VCR’s remote control, press the button for the device you want to control —

CATV

, or

VCR

. Then p ress t he des ired f unct ion

button.

Notes:

• The codes you programmed might be erased if you remove the batteries from the remote control (to replace them, for example). If this happens, re-enter the codes after you replace the batteries.

• Some TVs and cable box es might require that you manually turn on the power for that device.

• Your TV or cable box might have functions that the VCR’s remote control will not operate.

• You can use the number buttons to select a channel number on your TV and cable box. However, some TVs/cable boxes might require that you press

DISP/ENT

after

entering the channel number.

VOL +/–

•

works to adjust the TV volume in

any operation mode (VCR, TV , or CATV).

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OPERATION

WATCHING TV

Using the TV’s Tuner

To watch a broadcast using the TV’s tuner, turn

switch.

TV/VCR

jacks, be

until

off the VCR, or repeatedly press VCR disappears.

If you are using a TV/monitor con nected

Note:

to the VCR’s sure to set the TV/monitor to the TV mode.

The antenna or cable signals pass throug h the VCR unaffected, as if the antenna or cable were connected directly to the TV. Use the TV as you normally would.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO OUT

Using the VCR’s Tuner

Your VCR can receive up to 68 VHF and UHF channels, and up to 125 cable channel s. The VCR displays the channels as 1–125.

Notes:

• Channe ls 2–13 are the same for VHF and cable TV, and cable companies usually number them as they appear on the display.

• Since cable companies sometimes designate cable channels with letters or letternumber combinations, a channel number you see on the VCR’s display might differ from the channel number displayed on your cable box. You might need to experiment to determine the proper c able channel designations for your cable system. For more information, contact y our local cable company.

• Two cable channels are designated for audio only.

1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same channel as the VCR’s

If you are using a TV/monitor con-

Note:

nected to the VCR’s

3 CH. 4

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO OUT

jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video mode.

2. Repeatedly press appears.

3. To manually select a channel, you can

press cally advance to the next chann el sto red in the tuner’s memory.

Note:

at the highest programmed channel or when the tuner is at the lowest programmed channel, the VCR enters the audio/video mode and appears on the TV (see “Select ing the S ignal to Record” on Page 33). Continue to press programmed channel appears.

Or, to directly select a channel, press the number buttons on t he remote control for the desired channel.

Notes:

• Precede a single-digit number with a 0

— for example, 01, 02, and so on.

• To enter a three-digit number, press

then enter the second and third digits in the channel number.

• (Model 63 only) If you want to receive

MTS stereo or SAP broadcasts, see “Receiving/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 63 Only)” on Page 33.

s or t to have the tuner automati-

If you press

s or t until the highest or lowest

TV/VCR

s when the tuner is

until VCR

LINE1

LINE2

VIEWING A VIDEO TAPE

Loading a Video Tape

1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same channel as the VCR’s

If you are u sing a T V/monitor that is

Note:

connected to the VCR’s

OUT

jacks, set the T V/monitor to the video

mode.

3 CH. 4

switch.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO

100

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2. Hold t he cassette with the main label facing up and the spine facing out from the VCR. Then insert the cassette into the VCR’s compartment and gently push the center of its spine until the VCR draws it in.

The VCR automatically turns on. I f the eraseprotection tab has been removed from t he cas sette, playback automatically begins.

Caution: Never insert anything except a VHS video cassette into the cassette compartment. Anything else might damage the VCR.

Playing a Video Tape

1. Load a video tape.

Notes:

• If the tape reaches the end before you

STOP or STOP EJECT

press

, the V CR au to matically stops the tape and completely re wi nds it. If the era se-protec t ion tab has been removed, the VCR then ejects the cassette.

• When the VCR is off, you can press

EJECT

on the VCR to eject a tape. The

STOP

VCR turns on, ejects the tape, then turns itsel f o ff.

TAPE MOTION CONTROLS

Fast-Forward/Rewind and Visual Search

While a tape is stopped, press FF to advance the tape quickly or not see the picture or hear sound when you use fast-forward or rewind, but you can use the counter to locate a specific section of tape.

REW

to rewind it. You c an-

2. If playback does not automatically begin,

PLAY

press

. The VCR plays the tape.

Note: D uring playback, the VCR automatically adjusts tracking, but you can manually adjust it if necessary (see “Tracking” on Page 26).

3. (Model 63 only) To choose the type of audio you want to hear during playback,

SAP/HiFi

press to the desired aud io mode indicator (

NORMAL

until an arrow appears next

HiFi

) on the TV screen.

Note: If you play a tape recorded on a standard VCR, the Model 63 plays the standard audio track, regardless of the audio output setting.

4. To stop playback before the end of the

STOP

tape , p r e s s

5. To eject the tape, press

STOP EJECT

the VCR.

Note: If you press winding,

REWIND

POWER

POWER OFF

while a tape is re-

appears. The VCR automatically turns itself off when rewinding is complete.

To use visual search so you can see the pi cture, be sure VCR appears, then begin tape playback. Press

to search forward or

to search in reverse. Press

PLAY

to return to

REW

normal playback. During visual search, the sound is muted and

the picture quality is lower than during normal playback. The search picture is best with tapes recorded at the SP or EP speed (see “Recording Speeds/Tape Selection” on Page 32).

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Freez e-F rame/Fra me Adv an c e

Freeze-frame lets you pause the tape to view a single frame. Press freeze the picture. Pres s

PAUSE

during playback to

again or

PLAY

to return to normal playback. During freeze-frame, picture quality is lower

than during normal playback. The picture quality is best with recordings made at the SP or EP speed (see “Recording Speeds/Tape Selection” on Page 32).

Notes:

• If you leave the VCR in the freeze-frame mode for 3 minutes, the VCR stops playing the tape to protect the video heads.

• To reduce or eliminate jitter in the freezeframe picture, hold down

s or t unt il the

picture is clear.

During freeze-frame, you can adv ance the p icture one frame at a time by repeatedly pressing

SLOW

. This feature works b est with video cas-

settes recorded at the SP or EP speed. Press

PAUSE

PLAY

to return to normal playback.

Slow Motion

REAL-TIME COUNTER

Using the Counter

Your VCR’s counter shows how long a tape has been running. To have the counter display on the TV screen, press mote control.

The counter resets to eject a tape then put in a n ew tape. T o reset it manually, press

The real-time counter might stop if you

Note:

COUNTER RESET

fast-forward or rewind through a blank section on the tape. This is normal.

Using the Zero Search Function

You can reset the counter to position on the tape and then return to that position. This lets you quickly return t o a sele cted place on the tape later.

Follow these steps to use the zero search function.

1. Press

COUNTER RESET

tion you want to re tu r n to later . The counter rese ts to

0:00:0 0

DISP/ENT

0:00:00

on the re-

when you

0:00:00

twice at the loca-

at any

To start slow motion playb ack, while a tape is playing, press

PLAY

to return to normal playback. During slow

SLOW

. Press

SLOW

again or

motion, the sound is muted and the picture quality is lower than during normal playback. Slow motion picture quality is bes t with tapes recorded at the SP or EP speed.

Notes:

• If you leave the VCR in the slow-motion mode for 3 minutes, the VCR stops playing the tape to protect the video heads.

• If the slow-motion picture is poor, hold

down

s or t until the picture improves.

2. When you want to return to the selected location, stop the tape, then press

SKIP/ZERO

. The tape rewinds or fastforwards and automatically stops when it reaches

0:00:00

Notes:

REW

• If you press

0:00:00

, the time appears with a minus

to rewind the tape pas t

(–) s i g n.

• The counter does not work with blank tapes or blank portions of partially recorded tapes.

C/A

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TRACKING

The auto tracking system automaticall y adjust s tracking when you start playback.

When different parts of the tape are recorded at different speeds, the VCR automatically readjusts the tracking at the beginning of each recording.

If you need to manually adjust tracking, hold

down tracking system, press time or turn the power off then back on.

Notes:

• You might need to slightly readjust tracking

s or t. To return to the automatic

s and t at the same

for each tape you play .

• If the sound of a recording made on another VHS Hi-Fi VCR is poor, you might be able to improve it by adjusting the tracking.

Hint f or Model 63 only:

rect and needs adjustment, appear.

If the tracking is incor-

Hi-Fi

does not

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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

SPECIAL DISPLAYS

Blue Screen Display

The VCR displays a blue screen on the TV when you select the VCR mode, play unrecorded portions of a tape, or when you tune to a weak TV st ation. The blue scr een also appears if you set the VCR to the audio/video mode when the not receiving any signals.

You cannot record the blue screen on a

Note:

tape in the VCR.

On-Screen Display

To view your VCR’s current operating mode and other information about your VCR, press

DISP/ENT

function, time, channel, counter, and tape speed. If you have a Model 63, you also s ee the broadcast type (

DISP/ENT

Press

You also see the remaining recording

Note:

time while a timed recording is in progress (see “Immediate Recording” on Page 33).

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO IN

(display/enter). You see the current

STEREO, SAP

again to clear the display.

jacks are

MONO

, or

SKIPPING COMMERCIALS

Your VCR’s Commercial Advance feature lets you quickly skip over com mercials recorded onto a tape while you view it, without having to continually press

During recording, Commercial Advance stores in memory the locations of the beginnings and endings of commercials. After recording is over, the VCR replays the tape an d marks the beginnings/endings on the tape itself. Then, when you play back the recording, you can set the VCR so it automat ically detects and skips over the marked commercials over the marked comm ercials when you press a key.

Notes:

• The effectiveness of Commercial Advance varies with the different methods stations use to broadcast commercials. It is po ssi-

ble that Commercial Advance might not work with every broadcast you watch.

• Commerc ial A dv ance does not erase commercials from the tape; it simply marks them.

only skips

Function Indicators

When you press a function button (such as

STOP

), the selected function’s indicator (such

STOP

as 4 seconds. When you chang e the channel, the new channel number appears on the TV screen for about 4 seconds.

Note:

aged tape, the function indicator might not appear.

) appears on the TV screen for about

If you play back a po or quality or dam-

Recording a Broadcast with Commercial Advance Marking

Follow these steps to have t he VCR automa tically memorize the be ginning a nd e nd of c ommercials while it records a progra m, so it can mark the tape later.

SET UP VCR

light

to display the main menu.

PLAY

, then press FF.

STOP

to high-

1. Press

2. Repeatedly press

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STOP

PLAY

to high-

3. If necessary, repeatedly press

STOP

to highlight

CIAL ADV.

4. Press

. You see:

5. Repeatedly press

C/A RECORD

light

select

— With this setting, when you press

STOP

to end a recording, the VCR prompts

OFF

SET UP COMMER-

I AL

ADV .

IAL ADV.

OFF : AUTO TAPE.

PLAY

, then press FF to

you, when you stop recording or turn the VCR off, to have commercials marked.

OFF

— The VCR does not mark commer-

cials.

6. When you finish setting up Commercial

Advance, press

three times.

Notes:

• It takes several minutes for the VCR to mark the recording.

• The VCR marks commercials in a timer recording after the recording stops (see “Automatic Timer Recording” on Page 37).

• If the interval between two timer recordings is not long enough to allow commercial marking, the VCR waits until after the next timer recording.

• The VCR can store up to eight timer recording settings or 40 c ommercial locations in memory at one time. When the

memory becomes full, the remaining commercials are not marked.

• The Commercial Advance feature turns off if there is a power failure.

• If you rewind the tape and start another recording before power is turned off, commercials might not be correctly marked.

Marking an Unmarked Tape

You can go back and add Commercial Advance markings to a tape you’ve already recorded.

1. Insert the tape on which you want to add the marking(s). Be sure the erase-protection tab is in place (see “Erase Protection” on Page 32).

2. Use point 2 to 3 minutes bef ore the first commercial begins.

3. Press

4. Repeatedly press light

5. Repeatedly press light press

6. Repeatedly press light press

RENT

7. Press the end. CA flashes on the VCR’s display. Press ing. The VCR rewinds the tape, displays

NOW MARKING COMMERCIALS

screen for a few seconds, then searches for and marks the commercial portion(s).

Notes:

• CA continues to flash on the VCR’s dis-

play until the VCR has finished marking commercials.

REW

SET UP VCR

to position the tape to a

to display the main menu.

PLAY

STOP

to high-

, then press FF.

PLAY

STOP

to high-

SET UP COMMERCIAL ADV.

PLAY

STOP

to high-

MARK UNMARKED TAPE.

START MARKING FROM CUR-

TAPE POSITION.

PLAY

and let the recording play to

STOP

twice at the end of the record-

appears.

on the TV

, then

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• The recording must be at least 15 minutes long for the VCR to detect the commercials. If you press tape plays 15 minutes,

MIN MARKING

SEARCHING NEEDED FOR

appears.

STOP

before the

AT LEAST 15

Playing Back with Commercial Advance Marking

Follow these steps to select how the VCR operates when you play any marked tape.

1. Press

2. Repeatedly press

SET UP VCR

light

3. Repeatedly press light

SET UP

press

4. Repeatedly press highlight to selec t

AUTO

marked commercial blocks.

MANUAL

only when you press playback.

5. When you finish, press to exit.

to display the main menu.

PLAY

, then press FF.

PLAY

COMMERCIAL ADV.

C/A PLAYBACK

AUTO

— The VCR automatically skips

— The VCR skips commercials

MANUAL

C/A SKIP/ZERO

STOP

PLAY

, then press

to high-

, then

STOP

during

three times

Questions and Answers about Commercial Advan ce

Question Answer

How fast does the VCR advance through commercials?

Are comm e rc ia ls still recorded on the tape?

Does Commercial Advance work at all recording speeds?

Does Commercial Advance still work if I remove the tape from the VCR and then play it back later?

Can I play a Commercial Advance marked tape in another VCR?

Can I mark a recording that was made on another VCR?

The VCR advances through 3 minutes of commercials in about 8 to 12 seconds if the tape speed is EP (see “Recording Speeds/ Tape Selection” on Page 32). If it is SP, it takes about 25 to 35 seconds.

Yes.

Yes, but commercials will only be skipped if the other VCR also has Commercial Advance.

Yes. See “Marking an Unmarked Tape” on Page 28.

Notes:

• Commercial Advance might not detect all commercials.

• Com mercial Advance might skip part of a program if there are frequent dark and quiet scenes.

SKIPPING/SELECTING PREVIEWS

Your VCR’s Movie Advance feature lets you skip the previews at the beginning of many purchased or rented movies, or select a specific preview to watch.

Movie Adva nce works only with tapes

Note:

recorded in the SP speed that have the era se-protection tab removed.

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1. Load a tape. When t he VCR automatically starts playback, press

2. Press

INDEX/M/A SKIP

3. Repeatedl y pres s light

MOVIE ADVANCE

4. Repeatedly press

GO TO START OF MOVIE

lect

PREVIEW

GO TO START OF MOVIE

STOP

. You see:

PLAY

STOP

to high-

, then press FF.

STOP

F MOV I

or GO

to se-

— The VCR

automatically skips any previews at the beginning of the tape and advances to the start of the movie.

GO TO PREVIEW

— The VCR se arche s

for and plays the first preview.

INDEX/M/A SKIP

Press

to skip to the next

preview.

USING INDEX SEARCH

Your VCR has the VHS Index Search System. Each time you start recording, the VCR automatically m arks the tape with an inde x mark at that location. You can locate the recording you want to play or skip the recording(s) you don’t want to watch by either entering the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR searches forward or backward from the current location.

Notes:

• Since the VCR does not display the index marks, we recommend you list the recordings on each tape in order on the tape’s box, to make it eas i er to locate a particular recording on the tape.

• Index search might not function properly when two or more index marks are close to each other.

• If you do not press any button within 10 seconds after you select the VCR cancels the index search mode.

• If you activate the direct access index search at a tape position very close to an index mark, the VCR might not count that mark. See “Direct Access Index Search.”

• Recording over an in dex mark erases that index mark.

INDEX SEARCH

5. Press

Direct Access Index Search

1. Pres s

INDEX/M/A SKIP

while the VCR is

stopped o r playi ng a tape. You see:

MOD

2. Repeatedly press highlight

. INDEX appears.

INDEX SEARCH

PLAY

STOP

, then press

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EARCH

3. Use the number keys to enter the number of index marks you want to skip.

For example, if the tape is at the second recording (index mark 2) and you want to watch the seventh recording (at index mark 7), enter to skip past index marks 3 through 6. Or, if the tape is at index mark 9 and you want to watch the recording at index mark 3, enter

to skip

backward past index marks 9 through 4. Then press

mark or

to skip forward to that index

REW

to skip backward. When the tape reaches the selected index mark, the VCR starts normal playback.

Index Scan

1. Press stopped or playi ng a ta pe.

2. Repeatedly press highlight

INDEX/M/A SKIP

INDEX SEARCH

INDEX

appears.

while the VCR is

PLAY

STOP

, then press

4. When you see the recording you want,

PLAY

press

REPEAT PLAY

. Normal playback starts.

You can automatically repeat playback of a tape from the beginning to the end (or to a blank part), instead of having the tape automatically rewind and eject.

1. While the tape is stopped, press display the main menu.

2. Repeatedly press

SET UP VCR

light highlights

3. Press

REPEAT PLAY

so ON appears.

PLAY

, then press FF. The VCR

STOP

to high-

3. Press

INDEX

REW

to start the scan.

appears and the VCR starts to fast-forward or rewind. As the tape passes an index mark, the VCR enters the visual search mode for 10 seconds, then resumes the fast-forward or rewind.

AUTO

4. Press

5. Press

twice to exit the menu.

PLAY

to start repeat playback . REP

appears.

The VCR repeats playback from the beginning to the end of the tape, or to the first unrecorded portion that is at least 30 s econds long.

REPEAT

appears while the VCR rewinds the

AUTO

tape to the beginning. Once you select the repeat play mode, it re-

mains on even after you turn off the VCR. To turn off repeat play, repeat S teps 1

OFF

lect

in Step 3.

–

4 and se-

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RECORDING

There are four ways to record using your VCR:

• Immediate rec ording — to record a broa dcast as you watch it or record one program on the VCR while you watch another on the TV.

• VCR P lus+ reco rding — to rec ord a broadcast using the VCR’s VCR Plus+ feature.

• Automatic timer recording — to record a broadcast at a time you set.

• Dubbi ng — to record from ano ther tape or video source.

Notes:

• Your VCR automatically records the audio signal and adjusts the sound level while it records.

• The video cassette you use for recording must have the erase-protection tab in place. If the tab is removed, the cassette automatically ejects if you try to record on it (see “Erase Protection”).

RECORDING SPEEDS/TAPE SELECTION

Although T-160 video cassettes offer the longest recording time, they contain thinner tape that is more likely to jam. We suggest you use T-120 or shorter length tape.

The following chart shows the maximum recording times for different-length tapes at the recording speeds.

TAPE

LENGTH

T-60 1 hour

T-120 2 hours

T-160 2

SP LP EP

2 hours

(60 min.)

(120 min.)

/3 hours

(160 min.)

(120 min.) 4 hours

(240 min.) 51/3 hours

(320 min.)

3 hours (180 min.)

6 hours (360 min.)

8 hours (480 min.)

ERAS E PROTECTIO N

Video cassettes have an erase-protection tab to prevent accidental erasure of a tape. To prevent recording, break off the tab using a screwdriver. The cassette automatically ejects if you try to record on the tape.

This VCR can record at three speeds: SP (standard play), LP (long play), and EP (extended play).

SP is the fastest recording speed and results in the highest quality picture. LP and EP record more slowly and use les s tape, but the picture quality is not as high as a recording made at the SP speed.

The quality of tape you use greatly affects record/playback quality and the life of the VCR. Use only video cassettes that display the official logo. High-grade tape has a bett er oxide coating that helps prevent dirty video heads and gives the best results.

If you want to record on a video cassette that does not have the tab, put a piece of heavy plastic tape over the erase-protection tab hole.

Tape

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I F I

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PLEASE PUSH REC KEY

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SELECTING THE SIGNAL TO RECORD

You can select the signal to record — from the sourc e conn ec te d to t he audio /video source — in either of these way s .

• Repeatedly press input source appears —

LINE2

channel number for broadcast signals.

• Repeatedl y press to the desired broadcast channel, or to one channel higher than the highest channel number (or one channel lower than the lowest channel number) for an audio/video source.

Note:

the back

LINE2

jacks.

) for an audio/video source, or a

Select

LINE1

R-AUDIO-L IN 1/VIDEO IN 1

for recording signals from the front

IN FROM ANT .

INPUT

until the desired

s or t to se t th e VCR

for recording signals from

jack or an

LINE1

jacks, or

(or

AV2

RECEIVING/RECORDING STEREO/SAP BROADCASTS (MODEL 63 ONLY)

The Model 63 has three channels for audio recording — t wo (left and right) stereo channel s on the Hi-Fi track, and one m onaural channel on the standard track.

DISP/ENT

Press available on the broadcast you are currently tune d to. the TV screen, and STEREO and/or SAP might appear on the VCR’s display. On the TV screen, parenthesis appear around e ach type of audio signal that is not available. For example, if a station broadcasts mono (monaural) and SAP signals, appear on the TV screen and SAP appea rs on the VCR’s display.

to display t he audio programs

STEREO, SAP

, and

MONO

(STEREO), SAP

appear on

MONO

, and

audio mode when t he broadcast has a ster eo or SAP signal, repeatedly press arrow mark points to the desired mode.

SAP/Hi-Fi

until the

IMMEDIATE RECORDING

Recording a Program as You Watch It

Follow these steps to record a program as you watch it. If you know how long the p rogram is, you can set how long the VCR records so it stops recording automatically.

Note:

If you are watching the program on a TV/

monitor that is connected to the VCR’s

AUDIO-L/VIDEO OUT

to the video mode and skip Steps 2 and 3.

1. Turn on the VCR and the TV.

2. Set the TV’s tuner to the same channel as

3 CH. 4

3. Press

4. Load a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the VCR.

5. Repeatedly press control until the desired recording speed (

6. Select the signal to record (see “Selecting the Signal to Record”).

7. (Model 63 only) Set the audio recording mode to the desired setting. See “Receiving/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 63 Only)”.

8. Press and the following appears on the TV screen:

on the back of the VCR.

TV/VCR

SP, LP

, or EP) appears.

REC/TIME

jacks, set the TV/monitor

until VCR appears.

SPEED

. The VCR starts to record

on the remote

R-

The arrow to the right of the audio mode display indicates the current audio mode. To select the

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Note: To record without a set recording length, skip Step 9.

9. Press length appears on the TV s creen. Repeatedly press to the desired recording length. The recording length advances in 30-minute increments up to 2 hours, then in 1-hour increments up to 4 hours.

Notes:

• To ensure that you record the entire pro-

• To display the remaining recording time,

• To temporarily stop the tape during a

• If the cassette’s erase protection tab has

10. Press

REC/TIME

gram, set the recording length to longer than the program length.

DISP/ENT

press

recording, press again to resume recording. If you leave the VCR paused for about 5 minutes, the VCR automatically stops.

been removed, the VCR ejects the cassette and

TAB

appears. Use another cassette, or place a piece of heavy plastic tape over the eras e -protection tab hole.

STOP

again. The recording

REC/TIME

to advance the t imer

during a timed recording.

PAUSE

. Press

CHECK CASSETTE RECORD

to stop recording at any time.

PAUSE

RECORDING WITH VCR PLUS+

The VCR’s VCR Plus+ feature lets you easily record TV programs by using the PlusCodes shown in most TV program listings.

Setting the VCR Plus+ Guide Channels

Most television guides contain a list of two-digit numbers called guide channels or VCR P lus+ channel numbers. Each broadcast/cable TV channel is assigned one of these numbers.

Notes:

• Before you can record using VCR Plus+, you must first set the VCR’s guide channels so your VCR can recognize the Plu sCodes published in your television guide.

• You can find a guide channel listing for your area in the TV section of most Sunday newspapers and other TV listings. In some listings, the guide channel numbers are listed next to the station’s call letters.

• You only need to set the VCR Plus+ g uide channels once. The channels stay in memory even if the VCR’s power is interrupted for an extended period of time.

Recording One Program on the VCR While You Watch Another on the TV

1. Follow Steps 1–9 of “Recording a Program as You Watch It” on Page 33.

2. Repeatedly press pears.

Note: If you are watching the program on a TV/monitor that is connected t o the VCR’s

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO OUT

monitor to the TV mode.

3. Set the TV tuner to the channel you want to watch.

4. Press

STOP

TV/V C R

to stop recording at any time.

until VCR disap-

jacks, set the TV/

• Before you start, be sure you have completed all conne cti ons , se t th e clo ck, s et t he on-screen programming language, selected the input signal, and programmed all the channels ava il able i n y our area .

Follow these steps to set the guide channels.

1. Using the list of guide channels in your television guide as a reference, write down the following information about each station in your area:

• Station name/call letters

• Guide channel number for the station

• Channel number you select on the TV or

VCR to tune the station

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2. For each station, compare the station’s guide channel number with the number you select on the TV or VCR to tune to the station. If the numbers match, cross that station off of the list.

3. If a tape is playing, press

4. Press

5. Repeatedly press

to display the main menu.

PLAY

SET UP CHANNEL

6. Repeatedly press

VCR Plu s+ CH SET UP

light

STOP

to highlight

, then press FF.

PLAY

STOP

, then press

to high-

The following appears on the TV screen if you selected a cab le box or DSS receiver as your input source.

SET UP

ATV CH

The following appears on the TV screen if you selected an external antenna as your input source.

VCR P l u s + C GU I DE CH

0 1

SELE

CT :

SET

END

: MENU KEY

KEY

H SET UP

TV CH

PLAY ADD/DLT

10. When you finish, press

STOP

to delete it.

to change the number or

three times

to exit.

Timer Recording with VCR Plus+

Most television guide s list a 1- to 8 -digit number called a PlusCode next to many of the listed programs. You can use these PlusCodes to easily program your VCR to record broadcasts.

You can set the VCR to record as many as eight broadcasts, including any time r programs you want to set up (see “Automatic Timer Recording” on Page 37).

You can set the VCR to record at any time on a specific day, at the sam e time each week, or the same time Monday through Friday.

Before you start, be sure you have set the VCR Plus+ guide channels for your area (see “Setting the VCR Plus+ Guide Channels” on Page34).

The VCR can record onl y one broadcast

Note:

at a time. If you schedule recording of broadcasts on different channels that start at the same time, the VCR records the lowest timer number. For more information about timer numbers, see “Setting a Timer” on Page 38.

7. Press

PLAY

channel you want to se t , t hen press

STOP

to hi ghlight the guid e

. The cursor moves to the right of the guide channel you selected.

8. Repeatedly press

CATV CH

REW

or TV CH number. Then press

to set the number.

PLAY

STOP

to select a

9. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 for each remaining channel number.

If the channel number is not correct, repeatedly press

PLAY

STOP

then

select the correct number. Then press

1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same channel as the VCR’s

If you are u sing a T V/monitor that is

Note:

connected to the VCR’s

OUT

jacks, set it to the video mode.

3 CH. 4

switch.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO

2. Insert a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the VCR. The VCR turns on.

3. Repeatedly press

TV/VCR

until VCR

appears.

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VCR P l u s +

1 ONE T I ME 2 DA I LY ( MON-FR I

)

3 WEEKLY

END

: PROG KEY

TO SELECT P

USH

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4. Press

PROG.

You see:

SET

VCR P l u s + PROGRA

T I M

ER PROGRAM

CT :

SELE SET

END

: MENU KEY

If th e clo ck is n ot se t,

Note:

CLOCK

BEFORE PROGRAMMING

PROGRAM

KEY

PLEASE SET

pears, then the clock-setting screen appears. Set the clock as described in “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16, then continue with Step 5.

5. Press

Plus+

PLAY

PROGRAM

STOP

to highlight

, then press FF. You see

the PlusCode entry screen.

s +

NUMBER

EYS

ap-

VCR

If you make a mistake while entering

Note:

a PlusCode, repeatedly press

REW

delete the PlusCode number, then enter the correct numbers.

PROG

7. Press

8. Press

. You see:

1, 2

, or 3 on the remote control to select the desired program mode. You see the recording time and date corresponding to the Plu sCode you entere d.

STOPCH

:00P 125

SLP

D SPEED

KEY

If you try to enter more than eight

Note:

timer programs, you see:

TIMER PROGRAMS ARE FULL TO ENTER A NEW PROGRAM PLEASE ERASE ONE PROGRAM

See “Clearing a Timer” on Page 40.

6. Find the PlusCode in your television guide for the broadcast you want to record, then use the number keys on the remote control to enter the PlusCode.

s + NUMBER

EYS

Notes

INVALID ENTRY

•

flashes under the PlusCode on the TV screen for either of the following reasons:

— Invalid PlusCode — The PlusCode and program mode do

not match (such as entering a PlusCode for a Saturday broadcast and selecting the DAILY (Monday-Friday) program mode).

• To erase a VCR Plus+ program, press

ADD/DLT

9. If you want to change the displayed tape speed, press

SPEED

until the speed you want (

on the remote control

SP, LP

, or EP)

appears.

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10. Press

TIMER

PROG

twice.

RECORDING

TURN VCR OFF FOR

appears on the TV screen. (If you connected a cable box to the VCR,

POWER

11. Repeat St eps 4

AND LEAVE CABLE BOX

ON also appears).

–

10 for each PlusCode you

want to enter.

12. Press

POWER

TIMER

ortant:

• Be sure that the VCR displays

to turn off the VCR’s power.

appears.

TIMER

when you turn it off. If it does not appear, check your programming.

• If you set the VCR to record a CATV program through a cable box, be sure to leave the cable box turned on before the timer program starts.

• If you did not set the VCR to select cha nnels on your cable box, be sure to leave the cable box turned on and set it to the channel you want to record. See “Setting the Cable Box” on Page 19.

• The VCR only records with VCR Plus+ when the VCR is off at the recording start time.

Checking/Changing VCR Plus+ Programs

1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan-

3 CH. 4

nel as

If you are using a T V/monitor that is

Note:

connected to the V CR’s

OUT

jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video

mode.

2. Turn on the VCR and repeatedly press

VCR

until VCR appears.

on the back of the VCR.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO

TV/

3. Press

4. Repeatedly press

PROG

. You see:

TIMER PROGRAM

OGRA

PLAY

STOP

to sele ct

, then pre ss FF. Th e f i r st

four timer settings appear.

TOP CH SPD

5. Repeatedly press

PLAY

STOP

to sele ct

the setting you want to change, then press

6. Follow Steps 9–13 under “ Setting a Timer” on Page 38 to correct the selected setting.

PROG

7. When you finish, press

again, then

turn off the VCR.

AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING

The VCR’s automatic timer lets you program it to select an input source, start recording from that source at a time you set, then stop recording at a time you set. You can set up to eight timers to record any combination of weekly, daily, or one-time events.

You can set the VCR to record at any time on a specific day within a 1-month period, at the same time Monday through Friday (DAILY), or at the same time on the same d ay every week (WEEKLY).

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SELE CT

START DAT

DATE START STOPCH

SET

KEY

SELECT : KEY END : PR

KEY

TODAY

8 SAT

--:--

--:-- --

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Notes:

• The VCR can record only one broadcast at a tim e . If yo u set the VCR ’s ti mer to reco rd broadcasts on different channels that start at the same time, the VCR only records the broadcast that has the lowest timer number (see “Checking/Changing Timers” on Page 40).

• If two timer settings o verlap, the one that starts first has priority. The VCR begins recording the second broadcast after the set time for the first broadcast is over .

• The V CR must be off at the start time you set for it to begin an automatic timer recording.

• If there is a p ower failure of more than 30 minutes during a timer recording, the recording does not resume aft er power is restored.

• If there is a power failure of more than 30 minutes before a start time, the VCR loses the clock setting and therefore does not start automatic timer recording. However, if you have an EDS channel in your area and have set the VCR to automatically set the clock from the EDS signal, the clock is reset within 10 minutes after power is restored and you turn on the VCR, and the VCR records a t the set time(s).

Setting a Timer

Note: If you use a T V/monitor that is connected

to the VCR’s the TV/monitor to the video mode and skip Steps 2 and 3.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO OUT

jacks, set

4. (Model 63 only) Set the audio recording mode to the desired setting. See “Receiving/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 63 Only)” on Page 33.

5. Load a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the VCR.

PROG

6. Press

7. Repeatedly press

TIMER PROGRAM

. You see:

OGRA

PLAY

STOP

, then press FF. The cur-

to sele ct

rent settings for up to the first four broadcasts appear.

Note: If the clock is not set,

CLOCK

BEFORE PROGRAMMING

PLEASE SET

appears, then the clock setting screen appears. Set the clock as described in “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16, then continue with Step 8.

8. Repeatedly press or hold down

STOP

to select an empty timer number,

then press

. The following menu

PLAY

appears.

1. Turn on the VCR and the TV.

2. Set the TV to the same channel as

3. Repeatedly press

on the back of the VCR.

TV/VCR

appears.

3 CH. 4

until VCR

9. Repeatedly press or hold down

STOP

to select the date when you want to

reco rd.

PLAY

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To record a broadcast at the same time on the same day every week

ton until

WEEKLY

flashes and the desired

, press either but-

day of the week appears.

OPC

DATE START ST

WEEKLY

--:--

SUN

SELE CT

START DAT

SELECT :

KEY SET : END

KEY

: PROG KEY

--:-- --

To record a broadcast at the same time Monday through Friday

DAILY

until

flashes and

, press either button

MON-FRI

appears.

OPC

DATE START ST

DAILY

--:--

MON-FRI

SELE CT

START DAT

SELECT :

KEY SET : END

KEY

: PROG KEY

--:-- --

To record a broadcast at a set t ime today

press either button until today’s date flashes and

TODAY

appears.

To record from a source connected to the

R-AUDIO-L IN 1/VIDEO IN 1

Model 63) jacks, repeatedly press

STOP

LINE (LINE1

until

the Model 63) appears. Then press

PLAY

13. Repeatedly press the tape speed (

SP, LP

, or EP). Then press

14. Double-check all the set information.

• If the in fo r mation is corr ec t, p r e ss

• If an entry is not correct, repeatedly

REW

press

to move the cursor to the incorrect entry, enter the correct information, then press

The timer settings appear on the TV screen. To enter another setting, repeatedly press

PLAY

STOP

timer number and repeat Steps 7–13.

TURN VCR OFF FOR

briefly appears.

to turn off the VCR. TIMER

15. Press

TIMER

16. Press

PROG

again.

RECORDING

POWER

appears.

AV 2

(or

STOP

for the

PLAY

LINE2

to sele ct

PROG

to select another

DATE START STOPCH

8 SAT

--:--

KEY

--:-- --

KEY

TODAY

SELE CT

START DAT

SELECT : KEY SET

END : PR

To record a broadcast at a specific time and date

, repeatedly press

PLAY

to select the specific date.

Press

to store your selection.

10. Repeatedly press or hold down

STOP

to select the start hour. When the

STOP

to select

correct hour appears, press repeatedly press the minute and press

PLAY

11. Repeat Step 9 to set the stop time.

12. Repeatedly press or hold down

STOP

to select the channel. Then press FF.

STOP

PLAY

. Then

PLAY

ortant:

• Be sure that TIMER appears when you turn the VCR off. If it does not appear, check your entries.

• If you load a cassette with its eraseprotection tab removed and set the VCR’s timer, the VCR ejects the cassette and

and flash.

• If you set up the VCR to record a cable broadcast through a cable box, be sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the desired station before the broadcast starts.

• You can manually turn on and operat e the VCR before the set times, but the VCR starts an automatic timer recording only if the power is off at the set start time.

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Monitoring an Automatic Timer Recording

1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan-

3 CH. 4

nel as

If you are using a T V/monitor that is

Note:

connected to the V CR’s

OUT

jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video

on the back of the VCR.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO

mode.

2. Press

TV/VCR

until VCR appears.

Checking/Changing Timers

1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan-

3 CH. 4

nel as

If you are using a T V/monitor that is

Note:

connected to the V CR’s

OUT

jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video

mode.

2. Turn on the VCR and repeatedly press

VCR

until VCR appears.

on the back of the VCR.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO

TV/

Clearing a Timer

If the timer recording has not yet started:

1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan-

3 CH. 4

nel as

If you are u sing a T V/monitor that is

Note:

connected to the VCR’s

OUT

jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video

mode.

2. Turn on the VCR and repeatedly press

VCR

until VCR appears.

3. Press menu.

4. Repeatedly press

TIMER PROGRAM

four timer settings appear.

on the back of the VCR.

R-AUDIO-L/VIDEO

PROG

. You see the set program

PLAY

STOP

, then pre ss FF. Th e f i r st

to sele ct

TV/

PROG

3. Press

. You see the set program

menu.

4. Repeatedly press

TIMER PROGRAM

PLAY

, then press FF. The first

STOP

to select

four timer settings appear.

TOP CH SPD

5. Repeatedly press

PLAY

STOP

to select

the setting you want to change, then press

6. Follow Steps 9–1 3 under “Setting a Timer” on Page 38 to correct the selected setting.

PROG

7. When you finish, press

again, then

turn off the VCR.

5. Repeatedly press

PLAY

STOP

to sele ct

the setting you want to clear, then press

ADD/DLT

6. When you finish clearing the timer, press

PROG

Turn off the VCR if you still have at least one timer setting entered.

If a timer recording is in progress:

1. Press

CANCEL THEN

POWER

to stop timer recording.

TIMER REC PUSH POWER

STOP KEY

appears if you are

watching the signal from the VCR.

2. Within 10 seconds, press

STOP

press

. TIMER disappears.

POWER

then

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DUBBING

The process of recordin g f rom one audio/ video device to another is called dubbing.

An audio/video device where a signal originates is called the dubbing source. You can use another VCR, camcorder, satellite receiver, or other device with A/V outputs as the dubbing source, connect the dubbing source and the VCR, then use y our VCR to record the si gnal from the dubbing source. Or, you can use this VCR as the dubbing source for another VCR. See “Installation” on Page 9 for the various possible connections.

Note:

bles with phono-type connectors to connect the device to the VCR. Do not use standard audio patch cords.

Important:

such as concerts, plays, and movies, or distributed on prerecorded vi deo tapes is copyrighted. The unauthorized reco rding or duplication of copyrighted material is a violation of the copyright laws of most countries and such duplication may result in fines, imprisonment , or both. Note, however, that in the United States, it is not a violation of U.S. copyright laws for a consumer to record a broadcast television program for private (in-home) viewing.

Always use video-quality shielded ca-

Most material performed in public,

AUDIO-ONLY RECORDING (MODEL 63 ONLY)

Because of the superior quality of VHS Hi-Fi audio recordings, you might want to use your VCR as an audio-only recorder. You can also make live recordings by connecting a preamplifier or mixer to the VCR’s Simply select the line in put and rec ord as usual.

Caution:

to the VCR.

Note:

mend you use high-qu ality v ide o tape (such as Cat. No. 44-465) to make audio-only recordings.

Do not directly connect a microphone

For the best audio fidelity, we recom-

AUDIO IN

jacks.

To dub a tape, start playback on the dubbing source first (see that device’s instructions) then start recording on the recording VCR.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATI ON

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you follow the instructions in this m anual an d still ha ve trouble ope rating you r VCR, l ook in this chart for the problem description and its solution. If your VCR still does not work properly, contact your local RadioShack store.

PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION

No power. The power cord is not connected. Plug the power c ord into an AC

outlet.

Timer recording did not work, or a broadcast was recorded at the wrong time.

VCR Plus+ recording did not work, or a broadcast was recorded at the wrong time or on the wrong channel.

Cannot record. The erase-protection tab is missing. Place a piece of tape over the

Picture is poor on playback. The TV is not set to the proper channel. Set the TV to Channel 3 or

The playback picture is distorted.

The power is on. Turn off the power. The timer is not set or is set incorrectly. Check the timer settings.

The power is on. Turn off the power. VCR Plus+ is not set or is set incorrectly. Check the VCR Plus+

settings. The guide channels are not set correctly. Check the guide channel

settings.

tab hole.

4. The TV’s fine tuning is not set correctly. Fine tune your TV. Audio/video connections are incorrect. Check all connections. The video heads are dirty. See “Cleaning the Video Heads” on

Page 45. The VCR might not have adjusted the tracking correctly. You

might need to manually adjust tracking (see “Tracking” on Page 26).

No picture on playback. The TV is not set to the proper channel. Set it to Channel 3 or 4, or

R-AUDIO-L/

to its audio/video input if you connected it to the VCR’s

VIDEO OUT

Audio/video connections are incorrect. Check all connections.

jacks.

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PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION

Remote control buttons do not work when the power is on and a cassette is loaded.

Cannot see broadcast TV programs using the VCR’s tuner.

Cannot record from the input jacks.

No stereo sound for a stereo recording (Model 63 only).

Something is blocking the path from the remote control to the VCR.

Bright light is shining on the VCR’s remo te control sensor wi ndow. Block the source of t he light, get closer to the VCR, or change the VCR’s location.

The remote control might be set for another device’s operation.

VCR

Press

then try again.

The remote control’s batteries might be weak. Replace the batteries.

TV/VCR

is not set correctly. Repeat edly press

TV/V CR

until VCR

appears. Audio/video connections are incorrect. Check all connections.

Connections are incorrect. Check all connections.

INPUT

is not set correctly. Select

You have not connected the VCR’s

LINE1

AUDIO OUT

LINE2

jacks to a stereo

system or stereo TV. Connect the jacks to a stereo output. The audio out setting is not correc tly set. Set it to

Hi-Fi

— see “Receiving/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 63 Only)” on Page 33.

The VCR might not have adjusted the tracking correctly. You might need to manually adjust tracking (see “Tracking” on Page 26).

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your Optimus 4-Head VHS HQ VCR is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your VCR so you can enjoy it for years.

Keep the VCR dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liqui ds mig ht contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.

Use and store the VCR only in normal tempe rature env ironment s. Temperat ure e xtremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts.

Keep the VCR away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear of parts.

Handle the VCR gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the VCR to work improperly.

Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type in the remote control. Batteries can leak chemicals that damage your VCR remote control’s electronic parts.

Wipe the VCR with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the VCR.

Modifying or tampering with the V CR’s internal componen ts can ca use a malfunct ion, invalidating your VCR’s warranty and voiding your FCC authorization to operate it. If your VCR is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

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Servicing Your VCR

There are no user-serviceable parts inside your VCR. If you encounter a problem that you cannot correct using this manual and its troubleshooting guide, take the VCR to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Cleaning the Video Heads

When video head cleaning becomes necessary, the following message appears on the TV screen while playing back a recorded tape.

Video head cleaning kits are available from your local RadioShack store. Clean the hea ds only when the VCR displays the message shown above. Be sure to use the “dry” type cleaning cassette.

Storing Your Video Cassettes

Unless you are making an automatic timer recording, eject and store the cassette before you turn off the VCR. This helps protect the cassette and the VCR’s internal mechanisms.

Place your video cassettes in their protective boxes and store them in a cool, dry, dust-free environment. Store the cassettes on end, not on their sides, to prevent improper settling of the cassette’s spools.

Tape can become wound too tightly

Note:

around the cassette’s spools a fter many playings. This can make the cassette load improperly and automatically eject when you inse rt it. On most cassettes there is a brake-release plunger on the bottom center of the cassette. Use the tip of a pen or pencil to press the plunger. This loosens the tape.

Serious problems require cleani ng b y a trained technician. For more head cleaning information, contact your local RadioShack store.

Brake-Release Plunger

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SPECIFICATIONS

Television System .............................................................................. NTSC Standard Color Signal

Recording System ................................................................................ Four-Head Double Azimuth

Tape Width ...........................................................................................................................

Tape Speed:

SP ............................................................................................ 1.31 Inch/second (33.35 mm/s)

LP ............................................................................................ 0.65 Inch/second (16.67 mm /s)

EP .......................................................................................... 0.43 Inch/second (11.125 mm/s)

Tuner Channels:

VHF .................................................................................................................................. 2–13

UHF ................................................................................................................................ 14–69

CATV ............................................................................................................................ .. 1–125

RF Converter ............................................................................................... Built-in VHF Converter

Converter Output ..................................................................................................... Channel 3 or 4

/2 Inch

Terminals:

Antenna Input ................................................................................................VHF/UHF: F Type

Antenna Output ............................................................................................ VHF/UHF: F Type

Video Input/Output ........................................................................................ Phono Connector

Audio Input/Output ........................................................................................ Phono Connector

Video Output Level .................................................................... ................................. ........ 1.0 V

p-p

Video Output Impedance ......................................................................................................... 75 Ω

Audio Output Level .............................................................................................................. –8 dBV

Audio Output Impedance ..........................................................................................................1 kΩ

Video Input Level .......................................................................................................... 0.5-1.5 V

p-p

Video Input Impedance .......................................................................................................... 75 kΩ

Audio Input Level ............................................................................................................... –10 dBV

Audio Input Impedance .......................................................................................................... 50 kΩ

Video S/N Ratio (weighted):

SP .................................................................................................................................... 43 dB

EP .................................................................................................................................... 41 dB

Audio S/N Ratio:

Regular Audio (weighted)

SP .................................................................................................................................... 42 dB

EP .................................................................................................................................... 40 dB

Hi-Fi Audio (Model 63 only) (Dynamic Range):

SP ................................................................................................................... More than 90 dB

LP ................................................................................................................... More than 90 dB

EP ................................................................................................................... More than 90 dB

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Frequency Response:

Regular Audio

SP ...................................................................................................................... 80 Hz–10 kHz

EP ........................................................................................................................ 80 Hz–5 kHz

Hi-Fi Audio (Model 63 only) In All Modes ........................................................... 20 Hz–20 kHz

Power Requireme n t .......................... .......... ................ ................. ................ ................ 1 20 V, 60 Hz

Power Consumption

Model 114 .................................................................................................................... 18 Watts

Model 63 ..................................................................................................................... 23 Watt s

Dimensions (HWD) ................................................ 3

/8 × 1415/16 × 1113/16 Inches (9.3 × 38 × 30 c m)

Weight ................................................................................................................ 7 lbs 8 oz (3.4 kg)

Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.

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This product is warra nted by RadioSha ck against manufacturin g defects in materi al and workma nship under norm al use for ninety (90) d ays from t he date of p urchase from RadioShack companyowned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO E XPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the war ranty period, take the produc t and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of pur chas e date to any Radi oSha ck store. Rad ioS hack will, at its option , unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the prod uct with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced par ts and products, and pr oducts on which a refu nd is made, becom e the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and pr oducts may be used in the performa nce of warranty service. Re paired or replaced parts and pro ducts are warranted for the remaind er of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, imp roper or abno rmal us age, fa ilure to foll ow instr uctions, imp roper installati on or maintenance, alte ration, lightning or other incidence of exc ess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those prov ided by a RadioShack Aut horized Service Faci lity; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives y ou specific legal rights, and y ou may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

RadioShack Customer Relations, Dept. W, 100 Throckmorton St., Suite 600, Fort Worth, TX 76102

Limited Ninety- Day Warranty

We Service What We Sell

3/97

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Fort Worth, Texas 76102

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