Palsonic VCR9688 User Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VCR-9688
G-CODE
Type Tested
Electrical
Safety
AS/NZS 3250 Lic 4168
Standards Australia
How to Use This Manual
Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully before using the VCR and store it in a safe
place for future reference.
This Owner’s Manual explains how to use your VCR and, in particular, using the remote
control unit keys to control the VCR. Keys on the VCR itself that have the same label as their
counterparts on the remote control unit perform exactly the same functions.
There is an “Identification of Controls” illustration on the back of this page. Use this
if you are unsure of a key operation using the remote control unit or the display. To
use this illustration, unfold this page as indicated in the diagram below and refer to the
illustration while reading the appropriate section of the manual.
Remote control unit
Front panel
IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
Rear panel
Multi-display
Front Panel
REMOTE SENSOR
Multi-display
REC.button (REC/OTR)
CHANNEL V/ buttons
V
STOP/EJECT button
FF button
PLAY button
REW button
Cassette loading slot
OPERATE/TIMER button
Rear Panel
AC Mains cord
CLEAR button
TEST SIGNAL switch
AUDIO OUT Jack
AUDIO IN Jack
RF OUT socket
CH ADJ (RF CHANNEL ADJUSTER)
ANT. IN socket
VIDEO IN Jack
VIDEO OUT Jack
Remote Control Unit
Number buttons (1-9, 0)
0/AUX button
MENU-button
RESET button
CLOCK button
REC button
PLAY button
OPERATE/TIMER button
STOP/EJECT button
PAUSE button
REW button
FF button
SKIP/ZERO RTN button
OSD button
V CH buttons
V
< SHIFT > buttons
G-CODE button
SLOW button (8, 9)
PICTURE CONTROL button (5, 6)
Multi-display
One-touch timer recording indicator [OTR]
Timer set indicator
REC indicator [
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Operation mode indicator
(CH/TIME/COUNTER etc.)
Digital tracking indicator [ATR]
Power indicator [ ]
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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 HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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 top 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.
PROTECT THE MAINS CORD
Do not damage the Mains Cord. Damage to the
Mains Cord may cause a fire or shock hazard. When
unplugging the Mains Cord, please hold by the plug
and remove it carefully.
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 these circumstances, do not operate the
VCR for about 2 hours with the Mains cord
connected so as the VCR will dry out.
CABINET CARE
Clean with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent and water. Wipe with a dry cloth.
NEVER USE ANY PETROLEUM BASE SOLUTIONS.
WHEN NOT IN USE
When you finish operating the VCR, always unload
the cassette and turn OFF the OPERATE/TIMER
button.
UNPLUG THE MAINS CORD AND DISCONNECT
THE ANTENNA CABLES DURING A LONG ABSENCE
When you leave your home for a long period of time,
turn OFF the OPERATE/T/MER button, unplug the
Mains Cord and disconnect the antenna cables.
Please note that on your return the calendar. clock
data and channels will have to be reprogrammed.
For your reference, please record the serial number
of your VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER and the
date you purchased it in the following space:
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...........................................
RemoteControl Operation.......................
Video Cassette Tape...............................
INSTALLATION.............................................
Equipment Connection............................
TV Antenna.........................................
Connection of VCR and TV Using
Audio/Video Connector.......................
Power Supply Cable...........................
PREPARATIONS..........................................
Video Channel Setting............................
Initial Settings.........................................
Menu Screen/Mode Screen....................
On Screen Display (OSD).......................
CHANNEL PRESETTING.............................
AMS Operation.......................................
Manual Tuning........................................
Automatic Channel Changing.................
Preparation for G-Code Instant Video
Programming..........................................
CHANNEL SELECTION...............................
Tuning with the V CH
Tuning with the Number Buttons
(Remote Control Only)...........................
Selecting AUX Position..........................
PLAYBACK..................................................
Basic Operation......................................
Digital Tracking Control.....................
Full Auto/Auto Playback System.......
Auto Head Cleaner............................
SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK...................
Search....................................................
V
Buttons.............
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Forward Search..................................
Reverse Search..................................
Still Frame
Frame Advance.......................................
SlowPlayback..........................................
1 Minute Skip...........................................
Zero Return.............................................
Blueback Function...................................
RECORDING..................................................
Basic Operation.......................................
Checking the Picture Being Recorded.....
Recording One Programme While
Viewing Another.......................................
Auto Turn on System...............................
Pause Function........................................
REC Review............................................
Recording from Another VCR..................
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR).........
COUNTER FUNCTION..................................
Counter Display.......................................
PROGRAMMABLE TIMER RECORDING.....
Before Programming................................
Programming Procedure..........................
Hints on Programming.............................
G-Code INSTANT VIDEO PROGRAMMING.
Before Programming................................
Extending the Recording Time................
G-Code Programming.............................
About Error Messages.............................
OTHERS.........................................................
Specifications...........................................
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ACCESSORIES
Before installing your VCR, please check you have the following items.
Coaxial Cable
Remote Control Unit
Owner’s Manual
Moisture Condensation
Never operate this unit immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. When the VCR
is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the cylinder inside the machine.
If the VCR is operated as it is, the tape may stick to the tape head and cause damage to the tape and/or the
deck. Under these circumstances, do not operate the VCR for about 2 hours. Leave the power cord
connected so that the VCR can dry out.
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INTRODUCTION
Remote Control Operation
This VCR can be operated with the remote control from
up to a distance of about 23 feet (7 meters) and within an
angle of 15 degrees either side of center.
There must be no obstacles between the remote control
unit and the remote sensor of the VCR.
Battery Installation
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the unit.
(See Figure 1.)
Install two size “AA” batteries into the battery compartment. (See Figure 2.)
Close the battery cover. (See Figure 3.)
Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Fig. 3
Loading and Unloading
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.
Unloading
Press the STOP/EJECT button. The cassette will be
ejected from the cassette compartment.
Remove the cassette by pulling it toward you.
To Prevent Accidental Erasure
Every video cassette has a safety tab to prevent
accidental erasure. Breaking off the safety tab is
recommended for prevention from accidental erasure of
the contents. If a tape without the safety tab is to be
reused, cover the gap with a piece of adhesive tape.
Notes
.
Be sure to install batteries properly to match the
polarity diagrams drawn inside the battery compartment.
.
Do not mix a new battery with an old one.
.
Do not heat, disassemble, short or throw used batteries
into a fire.
Precautions on Use
.
Pressing two or more function buttons on the remote
control unit at the same time may result in improper
operation or damage.
.
Do not place the remote control unit in an area where
it may become wet.
.
Do not place the remote control unit near high heat.
.
Dropping the remote control unit on a hard surface
may result in damage.
.
Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum
based solvent to clean the remote control unit. To
clean, wipe a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent, and then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
Video Cassette Tape
Only the video cassette tapes marked with can
be used in this VCR.
A cassette tape cannot be loaded or unloaded unless the
AC power cord is connected to the AC outlet.
Tape Speeds and Maximum Recording
Playback Time
TYPE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE
TAPE SPEED
SP (Standard Play) 5hrs 3 hrs 2 hrs 1 hr
Care of the Video Cassette Tape
.
Avoid violent vibration or shock.
.
Do not place in a location where strong magnetic
fields exist (near a motor, transformer or magnet).
.
Never place or store in direct sunlight.
.
Avoid dusty places,
.
Place the cassette in the cassette case and store
vertically.
.
Never store tape in a humid location.
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INSTALLATION
Equipment Connection
TV Antenna
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 accessory coaxial cable between the
RF OUT socket and the TV.
Connection of VCR and TV Using
Audio/Video Connector
In this case use the A/V mode specified on your TV,
instead of UHF channel 32 or another unoccupied
channel.
Power Supply Cable
Connect to a wall AC outlet.
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