Palsonic VCR-2110 Owner Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VCR-2110
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Use This Manual
This instruction Manual explains how to use your VCR and in particular, how to use the remote control unit keys to control the VCR. There is an “identification of Controls” illustration on page 3 and 4.
CAUTION AND CARE ........................................ E-1
Remote Control Operation............................ E-2
Battery Installation ....................................... E-2
Video Cassette Tape.................................... E-2
Identification of Controls .............................. E-3
Equipment Connection ................................ E-5
Video Channel Setting ................................. E-6
Using the Menu ............................................ E-7
On Screen Display (OSD) ............................ E-7
CHANNEL PRESET............................................ E-8
Selecting AUX Position ................................ E-8
BASIC OPERATION .......................................... E-9
Playback a Video Cassette .......................... E-9
Slow Playback .............................................. E-9
Picture Control ............................................. E-9
Frame Advance ........................................... E-9
Digital Tracking Control ............................
Audio output level adjustment
(2 scart model only) ..................................
1 Minute Skip ............................................
Zero Return ..............................................
Auto Operation Functions .........................
Index Search Function ..............................
E-10 E-10
E-10 E-10 E-10 E-11
ACCESSORIES
RECORDING...................................................... E-12
Recording TV Programmes......................... E-12
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR) ............ E-13
Recording from Another Source ................. E-14
Recording Channels that Require the Decoder
(2 scart model only) .................................... E-14
PROGRAMMABLE TIMER RECORDING......... E-15
Programme Procedure................................ E-15
Auto Speed Adjust....................................... E-16
Confirming the Data .................................... E-16
Clearing the Data ........................................ E-16
Notes on Timer Settings ............................. E-16
NTSC/MESCAM-RECORDED TAPE PLAYBACK....
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .......................... E-18
SPECIFICATIONS.............................................. E-19
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Before installing your VCR, please check if you have the following items.
For your reference, please record the serial number of
Serial Number: your VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER and the date you purchased it in the following space:
Purchase Date:
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Remote Control Unit
Power on / off
Numeric buttons for channel direct access (Press 0/AUXfirst for one figure.)
Selects the TV or VCR mode
A Video picture is shown on the TV screen
Selects the external input position
in the VCR mode
(Press twice)
On Screen Display (OSD) call button
Tape counter reset
Clears the data in the TIMER PROGRAM screen
Zero Return in the stop mode
1 Minute Skip during playback
Video enhancement during playback
Starts recording
One touch timer recording
Recording speed selector
Sets/releases TIMER STANDBY mode
Fine tuning Display selector
(Clock/Counter/Remaining tape time)
MENU screen call button Press 3 seconds to call RF TEST screen
: Channel position selector
Manual tracking control Data selection in each MENU
: Moves the CURSOR in each
MENU
Index scan/search in the stop mode
during
playback or when
: Starts playback
Frame advance during display of still picture
: Fast forward
Forward search during playback Rewind Reverse search during playback
: Still picture during playback
Interrupts recording during recording
: Stops any playback or recording
Ejects the cassette in the stop mode
: Slow motion playback during
playback
Rear panel
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CAUTION AND CARE
NOTICE:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted 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 HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
When the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm environment, some condensation will occur in­side the VCR. If the VCR is operated as it is, the tape may stick to the tape head and damage to the tape and/or the deck will result. Under such circumstances, leave the Main power cord connected, but do not operate the VCR for about 2 hours so the VCR will dry out.
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Avoid use near a magnetic field. Doing so will adversely affect the unit’s performance. Avoid extreme heat, cold, moisture and dust.
PROTECT THE MAIN POWER CORD
Do not damage the Main Power Cord. Damage to the Main Power Cord may cause a fire or shock hazard. When un­plugging the Main Power Cord, please hold it by the plug and remove it carefully
WHEN NOT IN USE
When you finish operating the VCR, always unload the cas­sette and turn OFF the OPERATE button.
UNPLUG THE MAIN POWER CORD AND DISCONNECT THE ANTENNA CABLES DURING A LONG ABSENCE
When you leave your home for a long period of time, turn OFF OPERATE button, unplug the Main Power Cord and disconnect the antenna cables. Please note that on your return, the calendar, clock data and TIMER REC DATA will have to be reprogrammed.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT RE­MOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION
There are many ventilation holes on the bottom of the VCR. For maximum ventilation, place the VCR on a hard level surface only.
DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING ON THE VCR
Heavy objects placed on the VCR will cause damage. The right side of the VCR Is also slotted to provide ventilation. Do not obstruct these ventilation slots.
NEVER INSERT ANY OBJECT INTO THE CABINET
Do not insert any kind of foreign object into the VCR. This not only creates a safety hazard but can also cause exten­sive damage to the mechanism.
CABINET CARE
Clean with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild deter­gent and water. Wipe with a dry cloth. NEVER USE ANY PETROLEUM BASED SOLUTIONS.
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PREPARATION
Remote Control Operation
Battery lnstaliation
1. 2. 3.
Video Cassette Tape
Only video cassette tapes with the mark, can be used in this VCR.
Tape Speeds and Maximum Recording Playback Time
TYPE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE
TAPE SPEED
SP (Standard Play)
LP (Long Play)*
.
2 speed model only
Care of the Video Cassette Tape
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Avoid violent vibration or shocks.
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Do not place in a location where there are strong mag­netic fields (near a motor, transformer or magnet).
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Place the video cassette in the cassette case and store it vertically.
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Never place or store video cassette tapes in dusty places, in direct sunlight and/or in humid location.
Safety Tab
E-360 E-240 E-160 E-120
5 hrs 4 hrs 3 hrs 2 hrs
10 hrs 6 hrs 6 hrs
4 hrs
! NOTES
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Install two size “IEC R6 (AA)” batteries into the battery compartment.
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Do not mix a new battery with an old one.
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Do not heat, disassemble, short or throw used batteries into a fire.
Precautions on Use
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Do not place the remote control unit in a location area where it may become wet or very hot.
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Dropping the remote control unit on a hard surface may result in damage.
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Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum based solvent to clean the remote control unit. To clean. wipe it with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent, then wipe it dry with a soft cloth.
Safety Tab
Break off the safety to prevent accidental erasure. Cover the hole with adhesive tape to record again.
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Identification of Controls
Front panel
Multi-display
: OTR/ Timer set indicator : Digital tracking indicator
DT
: REC indicator : Tape speed indicator
SLP
(2 speed model only)
: Clock/Tape counter Status indicator
VCR
: Video mode indicator : Power indicator
REM
: Tape time remaining indicator
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Equipment Connection
RF connection
To watch a picture from the VCR using this connection, it is nec­essary to set one of the TV channels as the "Video Channel" See Preparations in “Video Channel Setting” (on Page 6).
1. Connect the antenna (or CATV) connector to the ANT. IN socket.
2. Connect the coaxial cable (supplied) between the RF OUT socket and the TV.
3. If you have a stereo receiver or amplifier, connect them with an Audio cable (Not supplied).
4. Insert the power cord plug into the AC outlet.
NOTE
If you have tuned the VCR and TV set to different TV chan­nels, you can only use the decoder for one of them. When both the TV and VCR receive signals simultaneously with the TV/VCR button switched to the TV mode, signal interruption occurs. When signal interruption appears on the TV screen, switch the TV/VCR button to the VCR mode in order to view the TV clearly.
AV connection
With this cable connection, many televisions automatically switch to the “EXT” (external) or “AV” (Audio/Video) programme number when a video cassette is played back. You will find instructions for this in the operation manual of your TV set.
1. Connect the antenna (or CATV) connector to the ANT. IN socket.
2. Connect the coaxial cable (supplied) between the RF OUT socket and the TV.
3. Insert the power cord plug into the AC outlet.
4. Connect the TV and the AUDIO/VIDEO socket with the
SCART cable (Not supplied).
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If your connection is . . . . (see page 5)
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RF : Start from "Video Channel Setting".
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AV : Turn on the TV and select the video position
Press the OPERATE button, then start from "initial Settings" on the next page.
Video Channel Setting
1.
Press the OPERATE button to turn the unit on. Then, press the MENU button for 3 seconds or more and make sure that the Multi-display is changed as shown in the illustration at right.
If your TV receiver does not have a position designed for Videorecorder use, select a position that is not being used by a broadcaster, then adjust the tuning on the TV (UHF channel 32) so that the TEST screen is clearly displayed. If you TV has the search function for every position, seek a channel until TEST screen appears and then store it.
Initial Settings.
1. Language
2. AMS
3. Clock
1. Language Setting
1 . Press the button to select a language.
2. Press the MENU button to set the language and pro­ceed with AMS.
2. AMS
Multi-display
IN THE CASE THAT
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the TEST screen is not clear and makes noise.
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you couldn’t find the TEST screen.
It could be that the output channel of the VCR is being used by a broadcaster in your area. Follow the steps below to set up the output to a different channel and try tuning your TV again. The default setting is RF32CH. Each time you press the button, the selected channel changes as follows:
Initial Setting
NOTE
To make the TEST screen appear after the Initial settings, keep pressing the MENU button for 3 seconds or longer when the clock or the counter is shown on the multi-display. Press the MENU button again to return to the current screen.
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When you press the RESET button, it will turn OFF.
RF 32CH
1.
Press the SHIFT button to start AMS. This automatically stores the channels in memory and assigns positions.
2. If necessary, press the button to select CLOCK SET, and press the SHIFT button to proceed to the next step, clock setting.
! NOTES
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If the power to the unit is cut off because of a power fail­ure or the plug being unplugged from the socket, the ini­tial settings must be made again. However, the channel preset memory is retained.
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If a broadcasting station configured for 32CH is found in your local area, this machines RF OUT’s may interfere and prevent normal reception. In this case, press the MENU button for three seconds or longer to display the TEST screen. Based on the "Video Channel Setting" on page 6, move RF OUT to an empty channel. Then execute AMS.
2.
Make sure the TEST screen is displayed properly, then proceed to the Initial Settings by pressing the MENU button.
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3. Clock Setting
Press the button until it reaches the desired set­ting. When the setting is done, press the SHIFT button to return to entry of data.
1. Select HOUR and MINUTE.
2. Select DAY and MONTH.
3. Select YEAR.
! NOTE
When setting dates after the 29th day of the month, set the month first.
4. Press the MENU button twice to start the clock and to finish the initial setting and return to the normal screen.
Using the Menu
Press the MENU button. The "MENU" screen appears.
On Screen Display (OSD)
You can display the on-screen information which tells you the VCR status and channel.
Whenever a function button is pressed (PLAY, STOP, etc) or the channel is selected, OSD will appear for a few seconds.
: PLAY : FF/FORWARD SEARCH : REW/REVERSE SEARCH
Auto repeat
Clock/Counter/Tape time remaining
0:00:00
SP
: STOP : EJECT : REC/OTR
P01
Tape speed (2 speed model only)
Decoder Channel
position
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CHANNEL PRESET
In case of VPS/PDC model, the TV station names are automatically recorded in [ ]. If it is necessary, set the TV station name manually through CHANNEL PRESET. Place the cursor in [ ] and press the button to select the letters which will be displayed in the OSD screen. There are two ways to preset channels: Automatic tuning with AMS and manual tuning.
AMS Operation
Automatic tuning with AMS is executed during the initial settings, so normally it is not necessary. AMS is necessary at such times as when you take the unit to another region. See Initial Settings AMS (Auto Memory System) on Page 6.
Manual Tuning
Manual tuning is used when there is a channel that was not preset by AMS or when you want to change the position of a channel, and when setting the Decoder position.
1. Call the MENU screen, then press the and SHIFT buttons to select CHANNEL PRESET.
Cursor
! NOTE
When the AUX (auxiliary input) position is selected, or dur­ing playback or recording, the CHANNEL PRESET and AMS screen cannot be seleted. This message will appear, and the normal TV screen will return.
MENU
TIMER PROGRAM CHANNEL PRESET AMS CLOCK SET LANGUAGE MODE
NOT AVAILABLE NOW
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Press the number 5 and 6 buttons during step 3 to perform Fine tuning.
Automatic Channel Changing
In step 3, the channel can be set as follows using the SHIFT button.
Press the SHIFT, button to exchange the channels.
2. Press the button to select the POS (01-99) to be changed. Then, press the SHIFT button.
To skip the stored position
When the stored program is not required, press the RESET button.
To change the stored channel
To select the desired CHANNEL, press the button.
3. Press the MENU button TWICE to return to the normal TV screen.
channel positions 01 and 03 are interchanged.
Press the SHIFT button to set one channel number into two or more positions.
channel 001 is memorized in both position 01 and 03.
Selecting AUX Position
Input from the AUDIO/VIDEO socket on the rear
AU:
panel.
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BASIC OPERATION
Playback a Video Cassette
LOADING
Insert a cassette tape with its labeled side up as shown In the cassette compartment. The cassette will be automatically drawn inside the compartment.
STOP
EJECTING
REWINDING
*
PLAYBACK
SLOW
PICTURE CONT
Slow Playback
Press this button to start Slow Playback at 1/6, 1/2, 1/25 speed during PLAYBACK. Each press of the SLOW button in this mode changes the playback speed in 3 steps.
Picture Control
Press these buttons to obtain the desired picture enhance­ment. This function is also available in the Slow Playback and Still Frame modes.
Frame Advance
Each time the PLAY button is pressed while in the still mode, the picture advances one frame.
FAST FORWARDING
REVERSE SEARCH
FORWARD SEARCH
STILL FRAME ADVANCE
* During FF/REW Hold or to change to SEARCH
** During SEARCH, press or to change to FF/REW
! NOTES
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During SLOW PLAYBACK, use the buttons to move the noise bars up or down.
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During STILL FRAME, use the buttons to elimi­nate the shake of the picture screen.
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The audio output is muted except during normal PLAYBACK.
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The colour of the picture may be lost during picture search in the LP mode.
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If the VCR is left in the Still/Slow playback mode for more than 5 minutes, it will automatically return to the playback mode to prevent damage to the tape.
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A tape recorded in the LP mode can be played back, but special playback functions such as still and slow playback are not guaranteed.
*
* *
* *
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Digital Tracking Control
Auto Tracking
When playback starts or the playback speed is changed during playback, the VCR enters the Auto tracking mode. At this time, the indication "DT" blinks on the multi-display for a few seconds.
Manual tracking
If noise still appears (picture and sound) : Press the button during PLAYBACK until the best picture is obtained. Press the PLAY button for 2 SECONDS to return to the Auto tracking mode.
! NOTE
The noise on the screen may not be completely removed depending on the tape used, especially when the tape has been recorded on another VCR.
Auto Operation Functions
Full Auto Playback (With VCR power OFF)
1. Insert a video cassette without the safety tab. (See page 2)
2. The VCR is turned on and Playback of the tape starts.
3. The tape is rewound to the beginning when it reaches
the end.
4. The tape is ejected and the VCR is turned off.
Auto Playback (With VCR power ON)
1. Insert a video cassette without the safety tab. (See page 2)
2. Playback of the tape starts.
1 Minute Skip
With this feature, you can skip over one minute’s worth of commercials recorded on a tape.
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Press the SKIP button during PLAYBACK. The VCR will search forward 60 seconds, then resume playback. Press the PLAY button to resume playback. Press the STOP/EJECT button to stop.
Zero Return
1. Press the RESET button during RECORDING or PLAY­BACK to set the counter to 0:00:00 at a scene you wish to watch again.
2. Press the SKIP button in the STOP mode. The VCR will go into FF or REW mode until the counter setting is 0:00:00
3. The tape is rewound to the beginning when it reaches the end. The VCR is not turned off.
! NOTE
The Auto Playback or Full Auto Playback mode is released if one of the tape related buttons (FF, REW, PAUSE, STOP/ EJECT, PLAY or OPERATE) is pressed.
Auto Turn on
When a cassette tape with a safety tab is inserted with the VCR turned off, the VCR will be automatically turned on.
Auto Rewind
When a tape reaches its end, (except during FF, OTR, In­dex search / scan, and programmable timer recording), it will automatically be rewound to its beginning and the unit will switch to the stop mode.
Auto Power off (Select by MODE screen, page 7)
If no action is executed for 10 minutes in the STOP mode or for 10 minutes in the EJECT mode, the unit is automati­cally turned off to save electricity.
Auto Repeat
During PLAYBACK, press the No. 1 key on the remote con­trol, then Playback of the tape will be repeated from begin­ning to end, and the repeat mark will be displayed on OSD. To release from Auto Repeat mode, press the No. 1 key again.
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Index Search Function
You can easily locate the desired programme using the Index signal registered on the tape.
Registering INDEX Signals
Automatically
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When the recording is started.
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When a timer programme recording starts.
Manually
Press the INDEX button at a desired point during recording.
Reverse direction
Current programme
! NOTES
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An index signal is not registered when the VCR is in the recording pause mode and recording restarts.
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The INDEX search function can only work correctly if the index signals are spaced at least 3 minutes apart In the SP mode and 5 minutes apart in the LP mode. (2 speed model only)
Forward direction
Index Scan
This function plays back the tape for about 5 seconds at each index signal.
1. Press the INDEX button during the playback or stop mode.
INDEX --
2. Press the REW button or press the FF button to search in the reverse or forward direction.
INDEX SCAN
3. Press the PLAY button when the desired programme is found. Normal playbackstarts.
Index Search
This function fast-fonvards or rewinds the tape to the point at which the selected index signal is registered, and starts playback from there.
1. Press the INDEX button while in the playback or stop mode.
INDEX --
2. Press the button corresponding to the direc­tion where your desired programme is located. Each time you press, the number decreases or increases respectively.
INDEX 2
Example:
If the button is pressed TWICE . . .
3. Press the REW button or press the FF button to search
in the reverse or forward direction. When the point is found, playback will start automatically.
! NOTES
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You can set up index numbers up to 99
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The Index search is cancelled when the PLAY or STOP button is pressed.
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RECORDING
Recording TV Programmes
1. Insert a video cassette with the safety tab.
2. Select the desired TV programme (position number) by pressing the button or number button.
3. Press the SP/LP button to select the tape speed.
(2 speed model only)
Tape Type Setting
In order to accurately calculate the remaining tape time, make sure the setting corresponds with the type of tape being used.
1. Call the MENU screen.
Press the button to select the MODE screen.
Cursor
2. Press the button to select the tape length to
be used.
4. Press the REC/OTR button simultaneously, to start re­cording.
5. To stop recording, press the STOP button.
* You can mark INDEX for VISS using the INDEX button
during recording.
Tape Time Remaining
It is possible to view the remaining tape time. (Make sure to insert a tape.) Press the CLK/CNTR button to change the display Each time you press the CLK/CNTR button, the display
changes as follows:
Clock
Tape Counter
Tape time remaining
OTR time (When OTR is executed)
Each time you press the DATA button, the tape length indicator changes as follows:
E180 : For E195 tapes or shorter E240 : For E210 or E240 tape E260 : For E260 tape E300 : For E300 tape
3. Press MENU button twice to exit.
! NOTE
When the setting does not correspond with the type of tape being used, the remaining tape time and auto speed ad­justment does not operate correctly
! NOTES
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The displayed remaining time is only an approximation.
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The counter display automatically reverts to the clock dis­play when the unit is turned off or a cassette tape is ejected.
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The tape counter does not operate during unrecorded sections of the tape.
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One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)
While recording you can set the time. At the recording end time you set, the recording stops and the VCR is turned off automatically.
EXAMPLE
Current time ...11:08
1 . Press the REC/OTR button during RECORDING.
The next hour or half hour
Each time the button is pressed, the end time changes as follows:
After a few seconds Normal recording
! NOTES
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To watch another TV program while recording. Press the TV/VCR button to clear the VCR indication, then tune the TV to the channel you want to watch.
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In the Pause mode during normal recording, it is pos­sible to change the channel and/or tape speed.
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Select long-play (LP) recording, if desired. This doubles the recording time. (2 speed model only)
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If the VCR is left in the PAUSE state for more than 10 minutes, it will automatically return to the stop mode to prevent damage to the tape.
2. Press the STOP/EJECT button to stop OTR.
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LP Mode (2 speed model only)
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The recorded pictures on the tape may be distorted near portions where the PAUSE button is used. This is not a defect in the unit.
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When a recorded tape is played back, noise bars may appear where there was a pause in recording of the tape, or it was stopped, during recording. This is normal and is not a malfunction.
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The PAUSE button and SP/LP button cannot be used when OTR is being executed.
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(
OTR/TIMER set indicator) and (REC indicator)
will flash during OTR is being executed.
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Recording from Another Source
With this VCR, you can make recordings from an external source, e.g. copying onto this VCR from a second VCR.
Copying Procedure
1. Connect another VCR or external equipment to this VCR.
2. Press the 0/AUX button TWICE, then press the button to select the AU position.
3. Play the tape on VCR A for playback and press the REC/OTR button on VCR B.
Method 1
If the SCART socket is used
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PROGRAMMABLE TIMER RECORDING
Programmable timer recording allows you to record up to 6 different programmes within a period of 1 month. This function is convenient when you are away from home or when you are busy.
PREPARATION
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Make sure the current time is correct.
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Insert a cassette with the safety tab.
EXAMPLE
Current time...
August 20, 1999, 10:20AM
To program . . .
August 23, 1999, 19:30-20:25 CH32 stored in memory at Position 07 on DATA SET LINE 2.
Programme Procedure
1. Press the MENU button and select the "TIME PRO-
GRAM".
2. Select the DATA SET LINE.
4. Set the recording START/STOP time.
5. Select the CHANNEL POSITION.
6. Select the RECORDING SPEED (2 speed model only).
7. Press the TIMER button to set the TIMER STANDBY. To release the programming, press the TIMER button again.The TIMER STANDBY indicator disappears.
3. Select the frequency of recording (e.g. once). Sat the EXECUTION DATE.
Selecting the Frequency of Recording
The date changes as follows if it is 8/20 Friday today:
8/20
[ONCE]: You can record TV programs on the specified days for the following 31 days. The maximum limit of timer recording is 1 month or 31 days. [MO-FR]: You can record TV programs on the same channel at the same time Monday through Friday. [EV-SU]...[EV-SA]: You can record TV programs on the same channel on the specified day and time every week.
8/21
(The current day)
9/18 9/19
(The same day after one month)
EV SU
EV SA
MO-FR
If timer standby is not correctly set, the TIMER STANDBY indicator will flash.
Basic key functions
Press the button until it reaches the desired setting. When setting is done, press the SHIFT but­ton to enter the data.
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Auto Speed Adjust
Clearing the Data
If you are not sure if the tape is long enough for timer programme recording at the SP tape speed, set the record­ing tape speed to "A" (Auto) in step 6.
Recording starts at the SP tape speed and the VCR auto­matically selects the tape speed to record the programme to the end. If the tape length is not long enough, the tape speed automatically changes from SP to LP
! NOTES
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It is necessary to select the tape length beforehand on theMODE screen. (See page 13)
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When the LP tape speed is selected and the tape length is not sufficient to record the programme to the end, the programme cannot be completely recorded.
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When PDC/VPS is executing, Auto Speed Adjustment does not work.
Confirming the Data
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While in the Standby mode Press the MENU button to display the PROGRAM screen. Press again to resume.
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During EXECUTION Press the MENU button to display the PROGRAM screen. The programme being executed (DATA SET LINE) will blink. Press again to resume.
1. Press the TIMER button to release the timer standby mode.
2. Press the OPERATE button to turn on the POWER.
3. Press the MENU button then press the SHIFT) button to display the TIMER PROGRAM screen.
4. Press the CH V/ button to select the DATA SET LINE to be cleared.
5. Press the SHIFT, then press RESET button to clear all DATA.
V
Notes on Timer Settings
Programme priority
When two or more recording schedules overlap:
.
20:00
Program 1
.
When the start times for two or more recording sched­ules are the same:
20:00
Program 1
Program 2
21:00
Program 2
21:00
22:00 23:00
Overlapped portion (not recorded)
Entire programme if VPS is set.
22:00 23:00
Overlapped portion (not recorded)
! NOTES
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If a power failure occurs or the power cord is unplugged, the programmed data will be erased. (However, the pro­grammed data will last for 30 minutes).
Reset the date and clock and re-programme the timer for recording.
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When a tape reaches its end (including OTR), the unit will power off.
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Select a recording speed using in CH V/ step 6. When you select external input, Al is displayed for AU1 and A2 is displayed for AU2 on the timer program screen. It is impossible to perform timer recording through AU3. (Hi-Fi model only)
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If you want to quit programmable timer recording during execution, press the TIMER button.
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NTSC/MESCAM-RECORDED TAPE PLAYBACK
Settings for NTSC Playback
When you play back an NTSC or MESECAM-recorded tape on this VCR, set the AUTO, PAL or MESECAM mode on the MODE screen according to your TV.
NTSC tape : Tapes on which NTSC M system broadcasts, mainly broadcast in the U.S. and Japan are recorded, and tapes
recorded in the NTSC video system which are commercially available on the market.
Multi System TV (NTSC 4.43 compatible)
1. Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen.
2. Press the SELECT button and SHIFT button to se­lect "MODE".
3. Set "NTSC PLAY" to "NO" by pressing the DATA button.
4. Press the MENU button twice to exit.
! NOTE
With this VCR, an NTSC tape recorded at the LP tape speed can be played back. But there are some points to be observed.
- The quality of the playback picture and sound are not clear.
- Variable speed playback (picture search, still, slow playback, etc.) can’t be performed properly.
- Digital auto tracking may not be performed properly.
PAL System TV
1. Press the MENU button to display the MENU screen.
2. Press the SELECT button and SHIFT button to se­lect "MODE".
3. Set "NTSC PLAY" to "YES" by pressing DATA button.
4. Press the MENU button twice to exit.
Notes for Using a PAL TV for NTSC Playback
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Use a TV compatible with the PAL video signals of PAL 60 (525 lines). When a TV that is not compatible with the PAL video signals of PAL 60, is used (when a TV that is compatible only with the PAL video signals of PAL 50 (625 lines), is used), NTSC playback pictures may roll up and down. This is not a malfunction of the VCR or the TV. If your TV is equipped with a V-HOLD control, it may be possible to stop the rolling of pictures by adjusting this control. About PAL 50 and PAL 60 video signals: PAL 50 : is a normal signal and its PAL video signal is 50 fields (625 lines). PAL 60 : a special signal and its PAL video signal is 60 fields (525 lines). Some TV’s operate properly only with PAL 50 signals and some TV’s operate properly with both PAL 50 and 60 signals. Therefore, if your TV is switchable between PAL 50 (625 lines) 60 (525 lines), you can view an NTSC recorded tape in the PAL colour system with your own TV
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Depending on the TV used, the picture may shrink vertically and black bars may appear both at the top and bottom of the TV screen. This is not an indication of malfunction.
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Variable speed playback (picture search, still, slow playback, etc.) may produce a skewed image and quite a bit of noise on the picture.
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If a tape pre-recorded at the SP tape speed mode is played back in the picture search mode, the picture may be reproduced with no colour.
! NOTE
For viewing NTSC-recorded tapes, we recommend using an NTSC 4.43 TV.
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Check the following points before calling service personnel. The problem may be one you can solve yourself.
SYMPTOM
No function and no play. The VCR does not work even though
the power is turned on. The colon between the hour and minute digits blinks in the VCR display.
The TV picture is not good.
TV broadcasts cannot be received using the buttons on the VCR.
Channels on the are not received when the VCR is on.
Recording cannot be performed.
A picture being recorded cannot be seen on the TV.
The Playback picture is poor or absent.
Time recording cannot be performed.
The remote controller does not operate.
Correct Indication does not appear in the multi-display.
An Interference signal appears on the TV screen when watching Pay-TV.
CAUSE
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The power cord is not plugged in
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There is no cassette in the VCR.
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There was a short power failure.
The TV station is not tuned precisely.
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The video channel is not set correctly.
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The antenna cable is disconnected.
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The TV signal is weak.
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“AU” is displayed in the VCR display.
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The VCR is not set in the VCR mode.
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The VCR is not set in the TV mode.
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The safety tab of the cassette is removed.
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The VCR is not set in the VCR mode.
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Tracking Is not adjusted appropriately.
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Tuning of the TV is not good.
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The video heads are dirty (beyond the head cleaner’s capacity).
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The VCR is not set in the VCR mode.
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No cassette is loaded.
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The safety tab of the cassette is removed.
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The timer indicator ( ) is not displayed.
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Clock setting has not been done.
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The direction of the remote controller is
wrong.
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The remote control is too far from the remote sensor of the VCR.
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An obstacle may be in the way of the opera­tion.
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The batteries are exhausted.
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Something is wrong with the p-corn.
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The mode is not properly set.
CORRECTION
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Insert it firmly Into the main power outlet.
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Load a cassette.
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Set the clock.
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Adjust it with the TV’s fine tuning control.
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Set the video channel precisely.
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Connect it again.
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Adjust the antenna direction or use an an­tenna booster (not supplied).
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Press the CH button so that the position number appears.
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Press the TV/VCR button to make the “VCR indicator appear in the VCR display.
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Press the TV/VCR button to make the “VCR indicator disappear in the VCR display.
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Use a cassette with a safety tab or cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
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Press the TV/VCR button to make the “VCR” indicator appear in the VCR display.
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Adjust the tracking manually.
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Fine tune the TV.
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Consult your dealer for head cleaning.
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Press the TV/VCR button to make the “VCR” indicator appear in the VCR display.
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Load a cassette.
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Cover the tab hole or use another cassette with a safety tab.
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Press the TIMER button.
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Set the clock.
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Point the remote controller at the remote sensor of the VCR.
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Operate it within about 7 m from the VCR.
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Remove the obstacle.
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Replace all batteries.
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Plug the power cord into the outlet again one minute after it was disconnected.
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Press the CLEAR (RESET) button on the rear panel to clear the data stored in the unit’s memory and input the data again.
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After the CLEAR (RESET) button is pressed, wait for about 2~3 minutes before connect­ing the power cord again.
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Set the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR button.
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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SECTION
Power Requirements Power Consumption Dimensions (W x H x D) Weight Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Video Recording System Number of Video Heads Channel Coverage
Tape Speed
Tape Format Record/Playback Time
VIDEO SECTION
Television System
Modulation System
Horizontal Resolution Input Level Output Level Signal-to-Noise Ratio
230V AC ~ 50 Hz 16 Watts 370 x 93 x 272 mm Approx. 3.1 kg. 5°Ct o 40°C 35% to 80% R. H. 2 Rotary Heads, Helical Scanning System 2 Heads PAL B/G
23.39 mm/sec. (SP)
11.69 mm/sec. (LP) (VCR-7490X) VHS l/2-inch PAL Cassette Tape Up to 5 Hours with E-300 tape Up to 10 Hours with E-300 tape (in LP mode)
PAL: 625 Lines, 50 Fields, Colour Signal NTSC: Colour, 525 lines Luminance: FM Azimuth Recording Colour Signal: PAL: Converted subcarrier phase shift recording Colour: 230 Lines, Nominal 1 Vp-p 75 unbalanced 1 Vp-p 75 unbalanced More than 43dB
VHF : E2-E12 UHF : E21-E69 CATV : X-Z, Z+1, Z+2, S1-S41
AUDIO SECTION
Input Level Output Level Audio Track Signal-to-Noise Ratio Frequency Response
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice for performance improvement.
300m Vrms, 50 K Unbalanced 300m Vrms, 1 K Unbalanced 1 Track More than 36dB l00 Hz to 6KHz
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