Orion 14VROT, 20VROT User Manual

Operating Instructions

Combination Colour TV and Video Cassette Recorder

14VROT

TELETEXT

20VROT

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly.

IMPORTANT

Unauthorized recording of copyright television programmes, films, video tapes and other materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

WARNING

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

MAINS SUPPLY

This unit is designed to operate from AC 240V 50Hz Power supply.

This TV/VCR is equipped with HQ (High Quality) recording capability. A built-in detail enhancer is used to boost the recorded signal for cleaner, sharper images and maximum picture playback.

FEATURES

• TELETEXT

• Auto Channel Memory

•4 Video Head

•1 Month, 8 Programmes Timer

• One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR)

• 30 Minutes Back Up

• Real Time Tape Counter

• NTSC Playback (PAL 60Hz)

• On-Screen Programming

• TV Monitor

• Slow Motion /

• Front A

V IN jack

• Video Index Search System

• Digital Auto Tracking

• Auto Head Cleaning

• Programmable ON/OFF Timer

• Auto Power On/Auto Play

• Auto Rewind/Auto Eject

• Dual Picture Search

•2 Speed (SP/LP) Record/Playback

• On Screen 5 Language Display

• Programmable TV Sleep Timer

• Auto Repeat Play

• Frame By Frame Advance

CONTENTS

PREPARATION

PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 2

LOCATION OF CONTROLS ................................................................................................................................. 4

REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................ 5

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................. 7

TV OPERATION

ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE SELECTION ............................................................................................................... 8

TUNING THE TV CHANNELS ...............................................................................................................................9

TO SET THE CLOCK........................................................................................................................................... 12

TV OPERATION .................................................................................................................................................. 13

PICTURE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS ............................................................................................................... 15

TO SET THE ON TIMER ..................................................................................................................................... 17

TO SET THE OFF TIMER.................................................................................................................................... 18

HOTEL LOCK (CHILD LOCK) ............................................................................................................................. 19

PLAYBACK

LOADING AND UNLOADING THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE ........................................................................... 21

PLAYBACK .......................................................................................................................................................... 22

SPECIAL PLAYBACK ..........................................................................................................................................23

RECORDING

RECORDING A TV PROGRAMME ..................................................................................................................... 25

TIMER RECORDING ...........................................................................................................................................27

OTHER FUNCTIONS FOR TIMER RECORDING ............................................................................................... 29

ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR) ......................................................................................................... 30

OTHER FUNCTIONS

USING THE REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER ........................................................................................................ 31

USING ZERO RETURN ....................................................................................................................................... 32

VIDEO INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM (INDEX) ........................................................................................................ 33

VIDEOTEXT (TELETEXT) ................................................................................................................................... 34

DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE ...........................................................................................................................36

RECEPTION DISTURBANCE ............................................................................................................................. 37

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE ..................................................................................................................... 38

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................... 40

PRECAUTIONS

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the unit. In this case, do not operate it for two or three hours.

WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION?

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

MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING CASES;

• When you move this TV/VCR from a cold to a warm place.

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

IF YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDITIONS;

Plug the AC cord to AC outlet, set the Main Power Switch to ON and leave at the room temperature until moisture condensation disappears. Depending on the surrounding conditions, this may take two or three hours.

Head Drum

Video Tape

Under certain conditions, such as low humidity or walking across wool carpet, you may experience a static discharge when touching the TV/VCR. If this happens and it fails to function, follow the procedure below.

1) Un-plug the TV/VCR from the AC outlet.

2) This may take two or three hours.

3) Re-plug the unit again.

Do not place the unit on or near appliances which may cause electromagnetic interference e.g. TV or hi-fi speakers, etc. Doing so may affect operation of unit causing erratic playing or recording, picture or sound distortion, or noise.

Avoid extreme heat and cold.

Avoid extreme moisture and dust.

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

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

Keep the unit away from flower vases, sink etc. Liquids spilled into the unit can cause serious damages. Switch OFF the Power Supply to the unit and consult a qualified service personnel before attempting to use the unit again.

Place the unit on a flat, stable, level surface, and never subject it to violent shaking or any other shock or impact.

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

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

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

LOCATION OF CONTROLS

STAND BY

VOLUME

T.REC REC/OTR

STAND BY

REC/OTR

CHANNEL

FRONT REAR

STAND BY

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STAND BY

REC/OTR

T.REC REC/OTR

VOLUME

CHANNEL

PLAY

STOP/EJECT

REW F.FWD

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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

FRONT:

1. Cassette Loading Slot - To insert or remove a video

tape.

2. Main Power ( ) switch - Turn the TV/VCR power on or off completely.

3. STAND BY Button - Press to turn the TV/VCR on or off.

4. STAND BY Indicator - Lights when the Main Power switch is turned on.

5. T. REC Indicator - This lights when the TIMER REC button is pressed.

6. REC/OTR Indicator - Lights when the TV/VCR is recording.

7. STOP/EJECT Button - Press once to stop the tape in any mode. Press again to eject the tape.

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

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

10. REC/OTR Button - Press once to start normal recording. Additional presses activate One-Touch Timer Recording.

11. VOLUME ▲ / ▼ Buttons - Press to raise or lower the volume of the sound.

12. CHANNEL ▲ / ▼ Buttons - Press to select a channel for viewing or recording.

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

14. REW (Rewind) Button - In the Stop mode, this

button rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the Play mode, this button activates reverse search.

15. VIDEO/AUDIO IN Jacks - Audio and video signal cables from an external source can be connected here.

16. PHONES Socket - Plug monaural headphones or an earphone with a 3.5 mm miniplug into this socket for private listening.

REAR:

17. Indoor Antenna Holder - The indoor antenna

inserted here.

18. 21 Pin SCART socket (AV1) - Scart lead from an external source can be connected here.

19. VHF/UHF Antenna Socket - Connect the 75 ohm coaxial cable from the antenna or Cable TV service to this socket.

20. AC Power Cord - Connect to a 240V, 50Hz AC outlet.

REMOTE CONTROL

POWER SLEEP TV MONI. EJECT

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CALL AV

SP/LP

REC/OTR

PLAY/SLOW

CH/TRACKING PAGE

VOLUME

MUTESPEED

PAUSE/STILL

–

F.FWDREW

PROGRAM

REVEAL/

ATR

COUNTER

HOLD ENTER

RESET

STOP

F/T/B

CANCEL

ZERO

RETURN

TIMER REC

TEXT/

MIX/TV

SUB PAGE

INDEX

DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

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

Press again to turn the TV/VCR off.

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

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

4. REC/OTR Button - Press once to start normal recording. Additional presses activate One-Touch Timer Recording.

5. REW (Rewind)/

button rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the Play mode, this button activates reverse search. Used to set or adjust in the menu mode.

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

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

8. REVEAL/ATR (Auto Tracking) Button - Automatic adjustment of tracking to minimize picture noise during playback or used to utilize the Videotext operation.

9. TV MONITOR Button - Used to temporarily view a TV channel selected on the TV/VCR while in the playback mode.

10. CH/TRACKING PAGE + / – Buttons - Press the + button to change a higher numbered channel set into memory. Press the – button to change to a lower numbered channel set into memory. During playback, they are used to adjust tracking manually.

11. MUTE Button - Press to turn off the sound. Press again to turn the sound back on.

12. F.FWD (Fast Forward)/

mode, this button rapidly winds the tape forward. In the Play mode, this button activates forward search. Used to set or adjust in the menu mode.

Button - In the Stop mode, this

Button - In the Stop

POWER SLEEP

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REC/OTR

TV MONI.

SP/LP

PLAY/SLOW

EJECT

CH/TRACKING PAGE

VOLUME

MUTESPEED

PAUSE/STILL

–

F.FWDREW

PROGRAM

REVEAL/

ATR

COUNTER

HOLD ENTER

RESET

STOP

F/T/B

CANCEL

ZERO

RETURN

TIMER REC

TEXT/

MIX/TV

SUB PAGE

INDEX

13. F/T/B CANCEL Button - Used to clear the selected program and to skip a channel or used to utilize the Videotext operation.

14. SUB PAGE/INDEX Button - Used to search for the INDEX mark or used to utilize the Videotext operation.

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

16. AV Button - Select input signal source when recording from an external unit.

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

18. PLAY/SLOW /

Button - Press to play a prere-

corded tape, press again to switch to slow motion. Used to set or adjust in the menu mode.

19. HOLD/ENTER Button - Use to enter information in the menu mode or used to utilize the Videotext operation.

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

21. EJECT Button - Press to eject the tape.

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

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

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

24. STOP /

Button - Press once to stop the tape.

Used to set or adjust in the menu mode.

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

26. TEXT/MIX/TV Button - Press the TEXT/MIX/TV button to select Videotext operation.

27. ZERO RETURN Button - Used to stop the tape when the counter reaches 00:00:00.

28. Four Colored Videotext Buttons - Used to display the Videotext associated pages easily.

REMOTE CONTROL (CONTINUED)

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Open the battery compartment cover.

Install two “AAA/R03/UM-4” (penlight size) batteries.

Replace the cover.

BATTERY CAUTIONS

• Use two "AAA/R03/UM-4" size penlight batteries for the remote control handset.

• The batteries may last approximately one year depending on how much the remote control is used. For best

performance the batteries be replaced on a yearly basis, or when remote operation becomes erratic.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Weak batteries can leak and severely damage the remote control transmitter. Always remove batteries as

soon as they become weak.

REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION

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

remote sensor, the remote control operation may be unstable.

ANTENNA CONNECTIONS

Connect an indoor or outdoor antenna to the antenna socket at the rear panel as shown below. For all antenna circuit problems, please consult your local dealer.

(B)

(A)

AV1

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(A) INDOOR ANTENNA

If an external antenna is not available, the telescopic antenna (supplied) may be used in areas of good TV reception. Adjust position for best reception.

(B) EXTERNAL ANTENNA

The type of antenna required depends on the position of your home, it's distance from the transmitter and local interference. If you do not have an antenna and you are uncertain of what to buy, you should seek the advice of a local antenna contractor.

ENTER

ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE SELECTION

The on-screen menu can display five languages, English, German, French, Italian or Spanish.

• Make sure that the MAIN POWER

) switch is pushed in (ON).

( (The STAND BY indicator lights up.)

• Press the POWER button or

STAND BY button to turn on the TV/VCR. (The STAND BY indicator goes off.)

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Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the SYSTEM SETUP mode. Then press the ENTER button.

TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT OFF CHANNEL SETUP TV SETUP SYSTEM SETUP

SELECT ENTER EXIT

SPEED

REC/OTR

REW

PROGRAM

COUNTER

RESET

HOLD

ENTER

ZERO

RETURN

INDEX

STOP

CANCEL

SUB PAGE

F/T/B

TEXT/

MIX/TV

TIMER REC

REVEAL/ ATR

: : ENTER : MENU

CALL

SP/LP

PLAY/SLOW

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MUTE

PAUSE/STILL

F.FWD

POWER

–

Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the LANGUAGE mode. Then press the ENTER button.

SYSTEM SETUP

CLOCK SET LANGUAGE/SPRACHE/LANGUE LINGUA/LENGUA

SELECT ENTER EXIT

SLEEP

TV MONI.

VOLUME

CH/TRACKING

PAGE

–

EJECT

ENTER

: : ENTER : MENU

Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the desired language. Then press the ENTER button.

Press the MENU button to return to normal TV screen.

ENTER

LANGUAGE/SPRACHE/LANGUE LINGUA/LENGUA

ENGLISH DEUTSCH FRANCAIS ITALIANO ESPANOL

SELECT OK : ENTER:

NOTE: When you plug the AC Power cord into the AC outlet for the first time the menu screen at Step 1 and Step 2

will be skipped and move to the language screen at Step 3. This is not a fault, please select the language at first before operating this unit.

TUNING THE TV CHANNELS (CONTINUED)

TO CHANGE THE TV STATIONS TO ANOTHER CHANNEL POSITION

EXAMPLE : Changing the TV Station from CH 4 to CH6 position.

Press the MENU button. Press ▲ / ▼ button to select the CHANNEL SETUP mode, then press the ENTER button.

TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT [OFF] CHANNEL SETUP TV SETUP SYSTEM SETUP

SELECT

: ▲ ▼

ENTER

: ENTER : MENU

EXIT

ENTER

Press ▲ / ▼ button to select the CH ALLOCATION mode, then press the ENTER

REVEAL/ ATR

button.

PROGRAM

HOLD

ENTER

COUNTER RESET

ZERO

RETURN

INDEX

STOP

CANCEL

SUB PAGE

CHANNEL SETUP

CH TUNING AUTO TUNING CH ALLOCATION

SELECT : ▲▼ ENTER : ENTER EXIT : MENU

REC/OTR

REW

TIMER REC

F/T/B

TEXT/

MIX/TV

ENTER

SPEED

SP/LP

PLAY/SLOW

CALL

456

MUTE

PAUSE/STILL

F.FWD

Press ▲ / ▼ or number button to select the TV station to be moved. Then press the ENTER button.

ENTER

CH 4

CH ALLOCATION CH 1

: ▲▼/ 0-9SET OK : ENTER EXIT : MENU

POWER

SLEEP

TV MONI.

EJECT

CH/TRACKING

–

VOLUME

PAGE

–

Press ▲ / ▼ or the number button to select the new CH number you want the station to be.

CH 4

CH ALLOCATION CH 6

: ▲▼/ 0-9SET OK : ENTER EXIT : MENU

Press the ENTER button.

ENTER

Press the MENU button to return to the normal screen.

CH ALLOCATION CH 4

: ▲▼/ 0-9SET OK : ENTER EXIT : MENU

CH 6

In certain areas of the countries which have poor reception the Automatic Tuning System may not tune your TV/VCR to the strongest broadcast signal. If you are not satisfied with the automatic tuning you may manually tune your TV/ VCR.

MANUAL TUNING

Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the CHANNEL SETUP mode, then press the ENTER button.

ENTER

TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT [OFF] CHANNEL SETUP TV SETUP SYSTEM SETUP

SELECT

: ▲ ▼

ENTER

: ENTER : MENU

EXIT

REVEAL/ ATR

COUNTER

RESET

PROGRAM

HOLD

ENTER

ZERO

RETURN

INDEX

STOP

CANCEL

SUB PAGE

F/T/B

REW

TEXT/

MIX/TV

Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the CH TUNING mode, then press the ENTER button.

ENTER

CHANNEL SETUP

CH TUNING AUTO TUNING CH ALLOCATION

SELECT

: ▲▼

ENTER

: ENTER : MENU

EXIT

POWER

REC/OTR

TIMER REC

SPEED

SP/LP

PLAY/SLOW

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CALL

PAUSE/STILL

F.FWD

MUTE

SLEEP

TV MONI.

VOLUME

–

CH/TRACKING

PAGE

–

EJECT

ENTER

TO SET THE CLOCK

Your TV/VCR will not work properly unless the time and date is set and kept running. Please note that you will not be able to set TIMER or ON/OFF TIMER RECORDING from the main menu until you have set the clock.

EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to 11:30, 26th October, 2002.

Press the MENU button. Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the SYSTEM SETUP

mode, then press the ENTER button.

ENTER

TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT OFF CHANNEL SETUP TV SETUP SYSTEM SETUP

SELECT

ENTER

: ENTER

EXIT

: MENU

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Press the ▲ or ▼ button to select the CLOCK SET mode, then press the ENTER button.

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SPEED

REC/OTR

SP/LP

PLAY/SLOW

TIMER REC

TEXT/

REVEAL/ ATR

COUNTER

RESET

PROGRAM

HOLD

ENTER

ZERO

RETURN

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STOP

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PAUSE/STILL

F.FWD

MUTE

POWER

–

SLEEP

VOLUME

Press the or button to select the current day, then press the ▼ button.

CLOCK SET

DAY 26 SUN MONTH 1 YEAR TIME

SELECTOK: SET : / 0-9

: ENTER EXIT : MENU

TV MONI.

EJECT

CH/TRACKING

PAGE

–

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STOP

2000

0:00

Set the month, year and hour in the same way as in step 3.

Press or button to select current minute, then press the ENTER button. The time and day will be displayed.

ENTER

STOP

CLOCK SET

DAY 26SAT MONTH 10 YEAR TIME

SELECTOK:

:/0-9

SET

: ENTER EXIT : MENU

2002 11:00

CLOCK SET

DAY 26SAT MONTH 10 YEAR TIME

SELECTOK:

:/0-9

SET

: ENTER EXIT : MENU

2002 11:30

NOTES: • During a power failure or disconnection of the mains lead the clock and all its programmed setting will

remain in the memory for 30 minutes. If the power failure is longer than 30 minutes you will have to reset the present time.

• If you want to correct the setting, press the ▲ button until the item you want to correct appear then press

or butter to correct the desired setting.

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