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Things You Should Know
Congratulations
on your purchase of one of the most sophisticated and
reliable products on the market today. Used properly,
we’re sure it will bring you and your family years of
enjoyment. Please take time to fill in the information at
right. The serial number is on the tag located on the back
of your Combination VCR. You'll want to keep this
manual handy as your convenient Combination VCR
information source.
CDate of Purchase.
Dealer Purchased From
Dealer Address
Dealer Phone No
Model No
V^Serial No.
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Safety Precautions
Warning: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
This video recorder, equipped with the HQ (High Quality) System, is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
Only use those tapes with the IVHSI mark. It is recommended that only cassette tapes that have been tested
and inspected for use in 2,4,6, and 8 hour VCR machines be used.
This television receiver provides display of television closed captioning in accordance with §15.119 of the
FCC rules.
CAUTION
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
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This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within
the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric
shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact
with any inside part of this unit.
This symbol alerts the user that important literature
concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has
been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order
to avoid any problems.
Table of Contents
Important Safeguards and Precautions........................................................................................................................ 3
Unpacking Your Combination VCR and Features....................................................................................................... 4
Basic and Cable Connections (Outdoor Antenna, Cable Box, Scrambled/Unscrambled Channels)..................... 5
One Time Setup (On-Screen Language, Channel Memory, Auto Clock Set)....................................................... 6, 7
On Screen Displays (OSD) (Function, Channel, Menu, VCR Status/Clock, Warning, Instruction)......................... 8
TV Operation (Main Operation, Using the 100 key, Rapid Tune, Audio Mute, Phones)
Picture Adjustment (Color, Tint, Bright, Picture, Sharpness, Reset)...................................................................... 10
TV Timer Features (On Timer, Sleep Timer)............................................................................................................... 11
Closed Caption System (Main Operation, Caption On Mute)................................................................................... 12
Playback a Tape (Special Effects, Quality Picture Features)................................................................................... 13
Tape Operation (Repeat Play, One Minute Skip, Zero Search, Auto Functions).................................................... 14
Record On a Tape (Main Operation, One Touch Record, Input Select).................................................................. 15
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9
Timer Recording (Main Operation, Cancel-Clear-Replace Program)............................................................... 16, 17
Timer Recording Using Unit Buttons.......................................................................................................................... 17
Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, Warning Beeper)................................................................................................ 18
Copying Your Tapes (Connection, Main Operation)................................................................................................. 19
Unit and Cassette Information.................................................................................................................................... 20
Before Requesting Service (Self-check items).......................................................................................................... 21
Index of Controls.................................................................................................................................................. 22, 23
Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guía para rápida consulta....................................................................... 24, 25, 26, 27
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Important Safeguards and Precautions
INTRODUCTION
Careful attention has been given to this Video product to assure
a quality standard devoted to your safety and enjoyment. This
quality standard together with your personal responsibility for the
safety of yourself and others, will contribute to your enjoyment.
This Video product uses electrical energy and requires proper
handling at all times.
CAUTION
READ AND RETAIN THE SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
To make full use of the safeguards incorporated in this unit, read
and follow this basic guide, adopted in part from Underwriter's
Laboratories Standard 1409, Second Edition, before operating this
Video product.
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND BE SURE TO HEED ALL
WARNINGS on unit and in the manual, for easy maintenance,
proper and trouble free operation of this Video product.
I INSTALLATION
OPERATE FROM A POWER SOURCE INDICATED on this
1.
Video product, or in this Manual. Your Electric Utility Service
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Company or Video Products Dealer will be happy to verify the
power source in your home.
THE GROUNDED OR POLARIZED PLUG IS A SAFETY FEATURE
2.
This Video product may be equipped with either a polarized
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2-wire AC line plug or a 3- wire grounding type plug. The two
wire polarized plug (having one blade wider than the other)
will fit into the power outlet only one way. If it is a three wire
grounding type plug (having a third pin), it will fit into a
grounding type outlet.
DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY PURPOSE OF THE GROUNDED
OR POLARIZED PLUG by tampering with it. If the plug does not
fit fully into the socket, try reversing it. If you should still be
unable to fully insert the plug into the socket, you may find
that a proper outlet is needed to meet today's Electrical
Standards. An electrician will replace your outlet safely.
POWER SUPPLY CORDS SHOULD BE PROTECTED and
3.
routed so that they are not likely to have anything rest on
them, roll over them, or be subject to walking traffic or abuse:
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particularly at plug-ins, convenience receptacles, or cord exit
points from the unit. Where an extension is needed, use a
grounded or polarized cord.
HAZARDOUS FRAYED CORDS OR DAMAGED PLUGS
SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A QUALIFIED SERVICE
TECHNICIAN.
OVERLOADED WALL OUTLETS AND EXTENSION CORDS
PRESENT DANGEROUS RISKS OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK.
AVOID BLOCKING VENTILATION HOLES
4.
Your video unit has ventilation openings in its cabinet to
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release heat generated during operation. Blocking these
openings can cause heat build-up inside the unit, causing
failure that may result in a fire hazard or heat damage to
cassettes. For protection:
a. Never cover the bottom ventilation slots or the unit with soft
material, or operate the unit placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or
soft accessory.
b. Avoid built-in installations, such as a bookcase or rack,
unless proper ventilation is provided.
AVOID EXTREMELY HOT LOCATIONS OR SUDDEN
5.
CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE such as placing the unit near
or over a radiator, in direct sunlight, closed vehicles, or
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transporting it suddenly between areas of
extreme temperature variation.
If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place
to a warm place, moisture may form on the
tape and inside the unit.
TO AVOID INJURY TO A CHILD, ADULT; OR
6.
COSTLY DAMAGE:
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a. Do not place unsecured equipment on a sloping surface or
any heavy object or unit.
(Use the unit in a horizontal position and do not place
anything heavy on it.)
b. Support for the unit should be adequately firm, level, and
strong. Replace any unstable cart, table or support. An
appliance and cart combination should be moved with
care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
c. Carefully follow all operating instructions and use the
manufacturer's recommended accessories when operating
this unit or connecting it to any other equipment.
OUTSIDE ANTENNA, EQUIPMENT, AND POWERLINE EXPOSURE
NEC - NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE
ANTENNA equipment, be sure the
DISCHARGE UNIT antenoa or cable system is
(NEC SECT«« g^Q^rided so as to provide
CONDUCTORS some protection against built
(NEC sEcnoM »i(«i) up Static charges and voltage
GROUND CLAMPS surges. Pad 1 of the Canadian
-POWER SERVICE Electrical Code, in USA
eli^'rode system Section 810 of the National
(NECANT2».PART«, Electhcal Code, ANSI/NFPA
70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna
discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna
discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes and requirements
for the grounding electrode.
ELIMINATE ANTENNA PROXIMITY TO HIGH VOLTAGE POWER
2.
SOURCES, OR CHANCE OF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT BY INSTALLER
An outside antenna system should be located where it will never be
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reached by power lines, electric light or power circuits and where it
will never contact these power sources if it falls. Installer should use
extreme care to avoid possible fatal contact by touching power lines,
circuits or other power sources when installing an outside antenna.
USE
AFTER STORING OR WHEN MOVING THE UNIT, REFER TO THE
INSTALLATION SECTION OF THE SAFEGUARDS.
1. DO NOT USE THIS VIDEO UNIT NEAR WATER: around bathtubs,
sinks, laundry, wet basement, swimming pool or any water source.
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USE ACCESSORIES RECOMMENDED ONLY BY THE
2.
MANUFACTURER to avoid risk of fire, shock or other hazards.
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UNPLUG ALL EQUIPMENT EXPOSED TO RAIN, MOISTURE, OR
3.
A STRONG IMPACT AND GET A QUALIFIED INSPECTION
If your unit has been exposed to rain, water, excessive moisture, or
subjected to strong impact, unplug it and have it inspected by a
service technician before use.
4. UNPLUG UNUSED UNIT, AND ALL EQUIPMENT DURING A STORM
A During a lightning storm, when indoors or outdoors, or before leaving
unit unused for extended periods of time, disconnect all equipment
from power source, antenna and cable system.
5. UNPLUG ALL EQUIPMENT BEFORE CLEANING. After unit has
been unplugged use a dry, clean, chemically untreated cloth. Use no
cleaning fluids, aerosols, or forced air that could over-spray, or soak
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into the unit, and cause electrical shock. Any substance such as wax,
adhesive tape, etc. may affect the cabinet surface. Exposure to
greasy, humid, or dusty areas may affect internal parts.
6.
WHEN PLUGGED-IN: KEEP WATER AWAY; NO FINGERS INSIDE
NOR ANY OBJECTS INSIDE; AND NO MAGNETS OR
ELECTRICAL INTERFERENCE NEARBY,
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a. Never operate the unit if liquid has been spilled into it. Immediately
unplug the unit, and have it inspected by a service technician. Fire
and shock hazards can result from electrical shorts caused by
liquid contact inside.
b. Caution the children about dropping or pushing objects into the
unit. Some parts inside carry hazardous voltages and contact can
cause electric shock. Objects dropped in electrical equipment can
cause fire hazards.
c. Separate the unit from any interference causing appliances.
Placing the unit directly above or below your TV set may cause
electrical interference. Keep all magnets away from electronic
equipment.
SERVICE
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SERVICE THIS PRODUCT YOURSELF. If
this Video product does not operate as described, when the
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detailed Operating Instructions are followed, do not attempt to
open or remove covers, or make any adjustments not described in
the manual. Attempting to service this unit yourself may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
2.
CHECK ON REPLACEMENT PARTS REQUIRED. Be sure the
service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
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manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutes may result in fire, electric shock or
other hazards.
HAVE TECHNICIAN PERFORM SAFETY CHECK described in
the manufacture’s service literature, after any service or repairs,
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to determine that the Video unit is in safe operating order.
INSURE SAFE ANTENNA
AND CABLE CONNECTIONS
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If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the
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Unpacking Your Combination VCR and Features
Unpiwking Your Combination VCR
The accessories shown below are provided to
help you use or set up your Combination VCR.
Optional accessories are also listed.
Load the batteries in the Remote Control
Accessories
Remote Control
VSQS1436 (PV-M1326)
VSQS1437 (PV-M1326W)
Optional Accessories
• 1/2” Video Cassette Tape
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__
2 “AA”
Batteries
Lift off the lid after
pressing in and up
on the latch with your
thumb nail or other
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narrow object.
Install two batteries
as indicated inside the
Battery Compartment.
Fit the lid’s hinge piece
into the indent on the
case, and snap lid into
place.
Battery replacement caution
• Do not mix old and new batteries. (Also, never mix
alkaline with manganese batteries.)
Product Features
All Channel Auto Set/181-CH TV/CATV Tuner................................................................................................. 6
Auto Clock Set.............................................................................................................................................. 6, 7
Auto Daylight Saving Time............................................................................................................................. 20
Auto Operation Functions (Auto Playback, Rewind, Tape Eject, Power Off)
Auto Repeat Function................................................................................................................................... 14
Closed Caption System.................................................................................................................................. 12
Easy-to-Read On Screen Displays................................................................................................. 6, 7, 16, 17
One Minute Skip............................................................................................................................................. 14
One Month, 8 Program Auto Timer Recording
One Touch Recording (OTR)......................................................................................................................... 15
Quick Play Mechanism.................................................................................................................................. 21
Rapid Tune....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Special Effects Playback................................................................................................................................ 13
Special VCR Features (VCR Lock, warning Beeper)............................................................................................ 18
Zero Search.................................................................................................................................................... 14
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16, 17
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Basic and Cable Connections
Outdoor Antenna Connection
Unhook the antenna from your previous TV
or VCR and connect it to the back of the
Combination VCR as shown in the diagram.
If your antenna system has separate UHF
and VHF lead-ins, you need a UHFA/HF
Band Mixer (not supplied).
Cable Connections
(A) Without a Converter/Descrambler Box
With this connection, you can: use your
Combination VCR remote control to select
channels for viewing and select unscrambled
channels for timer recording. Scrambled
channels may not be viewed or recorded with
this connection.
Back of Combination VCR
300-75 ohm Transformer
(not supplied)
Back of Combination VCR
(B) With a Converter/Descrambler Box
With this connection, you may record and view
any channel including scrambled channels.
Please note, however that channel selection
must be made at the cable company converter
box. Timer recording is limited to one channel at
a time, and you can only view the channel you
are recording.
To Watch and Record Scrambled/
Unscrambled Channels
Set the Combination VCR channel
selector to the output channel of the
cable converter box (e.g. CHS).
Now, select channels to be viewed or
recorded at the cable converter box.
from CATV
(cable)
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One Time Setup
Check list before you begin.
I] Your Combination VCR is connected to an
Antenna, or Cable system (see page 5).
CH UP
To Set Language, Channel and Clock
When the Combination VCR power is first turned on, the channei auto set and
set clock screens appear automatically.
Turn the Combination
VCR on.
Push CH UP or DOWN
D
C H
or
C H
for on-screen displays
in English or Spanish.
• If you choose the wrong
language, please see the
“Reset all Combination VCR
Memory Functions” section on page 20.
• If you use a cable box, the cable box must be left on for
auto channel set.
Important: If you use a cable box,
turn it on and select PBS station in your time zone.
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These on-screen displays will appear in sequence.
• CH AUTO SET PROCEEDING
• CH AUTO SET COMPLETED
• AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING
Push CH UP to start
Channel Auto Set and
Clock Auto Set.
or-
SELECT U\N6UAGE
PUSH CH UP :English
PULSE CH DOWN;Espanol
CHANNEL/CLOCK AUTO SET
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE
AND IF YOU USE A CABLE
BOX,TUNE IT TO YOUH
LOCAL PBS CH THEN. . ,
PLEASE PUSH CH UP KEY
(Case 1)
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Case j)
(CaseJ)
12/25/1996 WED 12:00PM
SETTrNG : CH 10
AUTO CLOCK SET
END : PUSH CH UP KEY
Confirm that displayed time is correct and
push the CH UP button to exit.
If the displayed time and D.S.T. are incorrect,
please proceed as follows:
In the rare event that you live close to two different time zones,
the Combination VCR may recognize the wrong PBS station
as the setting channel. In this case, please do the following:
1 Make a note of the SETTING:CH number shown on-screen and
2 Delete the setting channel from the Combination VCR channel
3 Push the MENU button to display the menu.
4 Push the SELECT Up/Down and SET buttons to select “CLOCK” and
If the screen above appears, auto clock set is
not available in your area. Please set the clock
manually as described on the next page.
DST:ON
COMPLETED
push the CH UP button to exit.
memory. (See the Add or Delete a Channel section on the next page.)
then to select “AUTO SET.”
• If you use a cable box and have multiple PBS stations,
tune the cable box to a different PBS station and try
auto clock set again using the menu.
(Case^
AUTO CLOCK SET
IS INCOMPLETE
PUSH MENU TO SET CLOCK
To view the deleted channel, please select with the NUMBERED keys.
If for any reason, the time is changed manually, automatic time correction will not occur.
> Auto clock set will be performed when the Combination VCR is turned off the first time each day. If you use a
cable box and you want auto dock set to be performed, the cable box must be left on and the PBS channel is
tuned at the Combination VCR power is turned off.
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Manual Clock Set
MENU
o
‘P
SEL
-P
and
SET
Push MENU to
display the set
clock screen.
Push SELECT UP/
DOWN and SET
to select and enter
the month, date,
year, time, and
D.S.T. (Daylight
DST:ON
SELECT MONTH
BY SELECT A/¥ KEY
TO END PUSH MENU KEY
“DST :ON” automatically
adjusts for daylight saving
time. {See page 20.)
:PUSH SET
Saving Time).
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To Make Corrections,
push the SET or CLEAR button repeatedly to move back or fonward to
the desired item.
MENU
Push MENU twice to start the
clock and exit this mode.
o
To Change or Re-enter One Time Setup Items
To Change the OSD Language
1 Push the MENU button to display
the menu.
2 Push the SELECT Up/Down button to
select the language selection icon.
• “IDIOMA” is Spanish for “language."
3 Push the SET button to change the
language.
4 Push the MENU button to exit this
mode.
• To return the normal screen, select “EXIT’.
To Replace Channels in Memory
Example, if you have cable installed, etc.
1 Push the MENU button to display the
menu.
2 Push the SELECT Up/Down and SET
buttons to select “CH” from the menu,
and then push to select your antenna
system (TV or CATV).
3 Push the SELECT Up/Down and SET
buttons to select AUTO SET.
• To exit this mode, push the MENU
button twice.
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SELECT
SET
ELEGIR :PULSE SELECT A/T
FIJAR :PULSE SET
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
MENU PRINCIPAL
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
- - - SET UP CHANNEL - - -
ANTENNA SYSTEM : CATV
SELECT
SET
END
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH MENU KEY
IHOLAI
To Set or Reset the Clock
In case the dock is wrong, or a power failure occurred.
Push the MENU
button to display
the menu.
2 Push the SELECT
Up/Down and SET
buttons to:
(A) Select CLOCK.
(B) Select
(C) Set the date,
3 Push the MENU button twice to start the
clock and exit this mode.
To Add or Delete a Channel
1 Push the CH Up/Down button or the
NUMBERED keys to select a channel to
add or delete.
The NUMBERED keys select all channels
regardless of whether they have a signal or
not.
The CH Up/Down button selects only those
channels which are in the Combination VCR’s
channel memory.
Push the ADD/DLT
button to add or
delete the channel.
• To select a deleted
channel, use the
NUMBERED keys.
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AUTO SET
MANUAL SET.
time, and D.S.T.
(Daylight Saving
Time).
SELECT
SET
END
- SET CLOCK
BY SELECT A/T KEY
TO END PUSH MENU KEY
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH MENU KEY
/|N
CHANNEL 08 DELETED
;PUSH SET
I Of
ADDED
This Combination VCR will accurately maintain its calendar up to Dec. 31, 2089, 11:59PM.
Normal TV or Cable channels are automatically selected and placed in memory depending
on how your Combination VCR is hooked up.
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On Screen Displays (OSD)
Channel & Function Display
Whenever the channel is
changed, the Channel
number will appear for a few
seconds on-screen.
(Some station names may
also appear.)
When a function button is
pushed (PLAY, FF, etc.)
the Combination VCR
mode will be displayed.
• When a recording is started, both REC and
the channel will appear together.
Menu Screen
1 Push the MENU button to
display the menu.
2 Push the SELECT Up/Down
and SET buttons to make
your selection.
E]
SELECT
SET
CLOCK EXIT
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
Warning and Instruction Displays
These will alert you to a nnissed operation or provide
further instructions.
If no active channels are
found for CHANNEL
MEMORY...
if a Timer Program was not
completed before exiting the
Program mode...
If you push the REC button
on the remote control or the
n
REC and PLAY buttons on
the Combination VCR, and a
cassette is inserted with no
record tab...
NO CH FOUND
PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA
CABLE CONNECTION THEN
PUSH CH UP KEY AGAIN
PROGRAM IS INCOMPLETE
CHECK CASSETTE
RECORD TAB
To get the most from each feature, it is
recommended that you read the Operation
Manual before attempting any operation.
VCR Status & Clock Display
Push the DISPLAY button to display and remove
the overlay shown below.
Rec Time
Remaining
(OTR mode only
see page 15.)
Tape
Counter
Function Status
L
Time
Channel &
Call Letter
Tape Speed
If you push the STOP button
during a Timer Recording...
If you push the PLAY, FF,
REW, or REC button on the
remote control or if you push
the REC and PLAY buttons,
the FF, PLAY, or REW button
on the Combination VCR
without a cassette inserted...
If you attempt to set or review
a Timer Recording or set the
On Timer and the Clock is
not set...
TO CANCEL TIMER REC
HOLD DOWN STOP KEY
FOR APPROX 3 SEC
NO CASSETTE
PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE
PLEASE SET CLOCK
BEFORE PROGRAMMING
Blank Tape and will be Blue Screen
If a blank section of tape is encountered in the Play
mode or the channel you select has no broadcast,
the TV screen will change to a solid blue field.
The screen will remain blue until a recorded signal
is again detected or an active channel is selected.
8
Two minutes before a Timer
Recording is about to begin...
PLEASE PREPARE
FOR TIMER REC
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TV Operation
acQ
[5icheck list before you begin
□ All connections are made.
(See page 5.)
□ Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
Push POWER to turn the
Combination VCR on.
Select a channel using
CHANNEL UP/DOWN or
NUMBERED keys.
Push VOLUME UP/
DOWN to adjust the
volume level.
Using the 100 key
When selecting CATV channels 100 to 125 with the
NUMBERED keys, first push the 100 key and then enter
the remaining two digits.
For example, for channel 125:
Push the NUMBERED keys 100-2-5.
Rapid Tune
Push the R-TUNE button to display
the last channel you were watching.
When selecting channels with the CH Up/Down button, the channels
must be displayed for at least 4 seconds in order for the Combination
VCR to recognize them as a new selection.
Previous
channel
CH08-^
Audio Mute
Push the MUTE button to instantly mute the sound.
Push again, to restore the previous sound level.
Phones
Connect an earphone (not supplied) or headphone
(not supplied) to the Phones jack.
Preset
Channel
-CH10
FCC WARNING: Any unauthorized changes or modifications to
this equipment would void the user’s authority to operate.
Note to CATV System Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV (Cable TV) System
Installers attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides
guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the
cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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Picture Adjustment
Si.
□ All connections are made.
□ Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
Check list before you begin
{see page 5.)
MENU
o
SEL
-0
and
SET
O
Push MENU to
display the menu
screen.
Push SELECT UP/
DOWN and SET to
first, select “TV” and
then, to select
VIDEO ADJUST.
Push SELECT UP/
DOWN and SET to
select and display
the desired video
adjust overlay.
(See description
below.)
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
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SET UP TV.........................-
CAPTION ON UUTE:CAP Cl
INPUT SELECT :TUNER
VIDEO ADJUST
SELECT
SET
END
SELECT
SET
END
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH MENU KEY
TINT I
BRIGHT
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
NORMAL
..........
..............
..............
..........
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH MENU KEY
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I
I
Picture Adjust
32 COLOR
Mllllllllllllll
.
0 TINT
-(R)
(G) +
Push SELECT UP/DOWN
and SET to adjust and set
the control.
• Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust
the picture as necessary.
P
SEL
15
MENU
o
SET
and
O
Push MENU three times to exit this mode.
• If no button is pushed within 5 minutes, the video
adjust overlay disappears.
• Adjustment scale and setting indicator number are
displayed to assist you.
To Reset Picture Controls to the Factory Setting
Push the SELECT Up/Down and SET
buttons to select and set NORMAL.
All controls return to factory settings.
32 BR IGHT
iiiimiiiiiiiii.................
63 PICTURE
llllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll
COLOR
TINT
BRIGHT
PICTURE
SHARPNESS
SELECT
SET
END
32 SHARPNESS
llllllllllllllll
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH MENU KEY
......
ADJUST : PUSH SELECT A/T
SET : PUSH SET KEY
COLOR Control
To adjust the intensity
of the colors.
10
ADJUST
SET
PUSH
PUSH
SELECT A/T
SET KEY
TINT Control
To adjust for the most
natural fleshtones.
ADJUST
SET
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
BRIGHT Control
To adjust the brightness
of the picture.
ADJUST
SET
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PICTURE Control
To adjust the intensi^ of
the picture by adjusting
contrast and color level
at the same time and in
the proper balance.
ADJUST
SET
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
SHARPNESS
Control
To adjust the sharpness
of the picture.
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TV Timer Features
Set the On Timer
The Combination VCR can be set for auto power on.
Check list before you begin.
Z1 All connections are made (see page 5).
^ Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
@
ON TIMER
Push ON TIMER to
display the ON TIMER.
o
p
SEU
and
0
n
SEL
and
SET
O
To Make Corrections,
push the SET or CLEAR button repeatedly to move
back or forward to the desired item.
ON^R On Timer function. This
Q screen will appear for
Push SELECT UP/
DOWN and SET to
select and enter either a
channel number for TV
mode or “PLAY” for VCR Playback mode
when the Combination VCR comes on.
• Make sure a tape is inserted if VCR Playback mode is
Push ON TIMER to set
about 5 seconds.
• The ON TIMER indicator lights
SET
O
selected.
on the front panel.
Push SELECT UP/DOWN
and SET to set the ON time.
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\t/ON,[r/IUEH
7:-PM CH-
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BY SELECT A/T KEY
TO END PUSH ON-TIMER KEY
ON TIMER SET
CANCEL:PUSH CLEAR KEY
.........
;PUSH SET
CLEAR
DISPLAY
To Cancel,
push the CLEAR button while above screen is displayed.
“ON TIMER END” will appear for about 5 seconds on-screen.
60 minutes after the Combination VCR turns
itself on, it will turn itself back off unless any
remote or Combination VCR button is pushed.
Set the Sleep Timer
The Combination VCR can be set for auto power off.
SLEEP
o
• If you push the DISPLAY button with the
SLEEP TIMER set, the remaining time will
appear on-screen.
To Cancel,
push the SLEEP button repeatedly until
“SLEEP TIMER 00” appears.
Push SLEEP to display the
desired sleep timer.
• Each push of the SLEEP button
will change the overlay at right:
SLEEP TIMER 30
SLEEP TIMER 60
SLEEP TIMER 9 0
SLEEP TIMER 00
SLEEP TIMER 12
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Closed Caption System
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l^^Check list before you begin
□ All connections are made.
(See page 5.)
□ Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
This system not only allows the hearing
impaired to enjoy selected programs,
but also makes valuable information
from your TV stations available to you.
Push C.C. to select the desired
(D
5
caption mode (see below).
Selected mode is displayed as
an overlay on the screen.
Each push of the C.C. button will change
the caption mode as follows:
CAPTION OFF—►CAPTION CT
C
TEXT C2-
CAPTION C2-
TEXT Cl
Caption On Mute Feature
This feature allows you to turn off the sound and, at the same time, display the
closed caption narration. Perfect for when you need silence, but would like to
continue enjoying the program.
menu Push MENU to display
the menu.
O
•p
SEL
"U
and
SET
Push SELECT UP/
DOWN and SET to
select “TV.”
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
EXIT
Recording and Play Back a
Closed Caption/Text Program
Record: Your Combination VCR
will automatically record the Closed
Caption/Text signal. Just follow
normal recording operation.
Playback: To display the Closed
Caption narration or Text during
playback, simply follow the steps
listed above right.
O
SET
O
Each push of the SET button will
change the display as shown at right.
Closed Caption Modes to Choose From
Caption Mode: CAP C1 or C2
A narration of selected TV programs will be displayed on the screen.
Check your TV program listings for CC (Closed Captioned) broadcasts.
Caption Mode: TEXT C1 or C2
The lower half of the screen will be blocked out. When the TV station
broadcasts text, such as program listings, special information, etc., it
will appear in this space.
Caption Mode: OFF
Narration will not appear on the screen even if a closed caption or text
broadcast is received.
Push SET to select the
desired caption mode.
• Make sure “CAPTION OFF”
using the C.C. button on the
remote control.
........
SET UP TV.................
CAPTION ON MUTE:CAP Cl
INPUT SELECT ;TUNER
VIDEO ADJUST
SELECT : PUSH SELECT A/T
SET : PUSH SET KEY
END : PUSH MENU KEY
NO—►CAPCI^
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—CAP C2^
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• The closed caption or text signal may be broadcast over C1, C2, or both.
Also, text contents can vary so you may wish to try different settings.
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Playback a Tape
Check list before you begin
□ All connections are made,
(See page 5.)
□ Your Combination VCR is piugged in.
Push PLAY to start playback.
• Playback begins if cassette has no
ci:>
(Unit or Remote Control)
0) or
REW/
e
(Unit or Remote Control)
ci:>
STOP
(Unit or Remote Control)
record tab.
Push STOP to stop playback.
Insert a cassette.
• Combination VCR power comes on
automatically.
Push REW or FF to
quickly locate a scene.
FF/
S
• SLP mode tapes 27 times the normal
speed.
• Some noise bars will appear during search.
Caution:
Please inspect your cassette tape for
any loose or peeling labels as it may
become jammed in your unit.
sTop/EJECT STOP/EJECT to eject the cassette.
I • This button only on Combination VCR.
Special Effects During Playback
These features work best in SLP mode. The sound will be muted.
(After the Combination VCR is in the Still or Slow mode for 3 minutes, it will go
into the stop mode automatically to protect the tape and video head.)
Slow Motion Playback
Push SLOW to start and then, push SLOW UP/DOWN to vary the tape
speed. To release the Slow mode, push PLAY or SLOW.
Still (Freeze) Frame Picture
Push PAUSE to freeze and release the picture.
Frame by Frame Advance
While in Still mode, push repeatedly or hold down the SLOW button to
advance the still picture one frame at a time. Push PAUSE or PLAY
to release.
Feature for a Quality picture
Digital Auto Tracking
This feature continuously analyzes the signal and adjusts for
optimum picture quality.
Manual Tracking Control
Use during Playback and Slow Motion mode to reduce picture noise.
Push the CH (TRACKING)A/T buttons until the picture clears up.
To return to Auto Tracking, eject and re-insert the tape.
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/TT )\ Tape Operation
Your Combination VCR is equipped with
several time saving features as well as
convenient automatic functions which
make tape operation easier than ever.
(D
Repeat Play
You can set your Combination VCR up to play a recording over and over.
MENU
o
P
SEL
When REPEAT PLAY : “ON” is selected, the Combination VCR will play
to the end of a tape, or until it reaches a blank portion 30 seconds or more.
(Erased portions of tape are not considered blank.) Then, the Combination
VCR will automatically rewind the tape and play it again and again until you
cancel repeat play. The REPEAT indicator lights on the front panel.
All function buttons (REW, FF, etc.) are operational during Repeat Play.
Push MENU to
display the menu.
SET
and
O
SET
and
O
MAIN MENU
□
dl^
TV vCr
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Push
SELECT UP/
DOWN and
SET to select
“VCR” from
the menu.
Push
SELECT
UP/DOWN
and SET to
select “REPEAT PLAY”, then
push to select “ON” or “OFF.”
CH CLOCK EXIT
SELECT PUSH SELECT A/T
SET
........
REPEAT PLAY : OFF
SELECT
SET
END
PUSH SET
SET UP VCR
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH MENU KEY
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KEY
Auto Operation Functions
Auto Playback
When a tape is inserted, the power
comes on (Auto). If the record tab*
is removed, playback begins (Auto).
Auto Rewind
After a tape reaches its end during
playback or fast forward, the
Combination VCR will rewind and go
into Stop mode.
Playback Auto Eject
After a tape without a record tab*
is played to its end, the Combination
VCR will rewind and then eject the tape.
Rec Auto Eject
After a tape reaches its end during
normal recording, the Combination VCR
will rewind and then eject the tape.
Memory Rewind Off
When the POWER button is pushed during
rewind, rewind will be completed even
though the Combination VCR turns off.
Eject Cassette
A cassette may be ejected with power
on or off.
* For record tab information, see page 20.
MENU
Push MENU twice to exit
this screen.
o
NOTE
One Minute Skip
With this feature, you can skip over commercials recorded on a tape.
Zero Search
You can reset the Time Counter to zero and then return to that point.
You may also turn the repeat play feature on and off at the
Combination VCR by pushing the PLAY button |[_^ once or
twice until the repeat indicator lights up (ON), goes out (OFF).
Push ZERO/1MIN in Play mode.
O • The Combination VCR will go into FF search
ZERO/1 MIN mode and skip over 60 seconds of recorded
Dip^Y display the Time
Vj Counter overlay.
COUNTER
o
RESET
time. Then, normal playback will resume.
Push DISPLAY to
Push COUNTER RESET
to reset the Time Counter.
• Counter to 0:00:00 at whatever
point you wish on the tape.
Push ZERO/1 MIN
o in Stop mode.
ZERO/1 MIN • The Combination VCR will go into FF or REW mode and
stop at the last point the Time Counter was set to 0:00:00
12:00AM WNET
0:00:30
SLP
12:00AM WNET
0:00:00
SLP
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Record On a Tape
Check list before you begin.
D All connections are made (see page 5).
I] Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
0
Insert a cassette with record tab
The Combination VCR power
comes on automatically.
Push CH UP or DOWN
or NUMBERED keys to
select a channel.
• Or, push the CH Up/Down
button on Combination VCR.
• To record from an outside
source, push the CH Up/Down
to select LINE (see below).
SPEED
Push SPEED until the
desired speed appears
on-screen.
• SP = standard Play, LP = Long
Play, SLP = Super Long Play.
REC/TIME
Push RECATIME
to start recording.
• Or, push the PLAY and REC/TIME
buttons on Combination VCR.
One Touch Timer Recording (OTR)
The Combination VCR stops recording at
a preset time.
Continue to push the REC/TIME button to
set the recording length.
Each Push will change the time as shown.
Normal Rec-
C
4:00-«—3:00-*-
PROGRAM TIMER indicator lights on
the front panel.
Push the PAUSE button to pause a
One Touch Recording in progress.
>•0:30-►1:00
-2:00^
1:30-*-^
REC
TO SET SPECIFIC REC TIME
PLEASE PUSH REC KEY
After 2 seconds
REC
TO SET SPECIFIC REC TIME
PLEASE PUSH REC KEY
02
WNET
0:00:30
SLP
Selecting the Input Mode
You can select the Input Mode in one of
two ways.
■ Push the CH Up/Down button.
The display will change in the order
below.
1 — 2 — 3
(CATV)
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'—1
ir
LINE-*
Push the MENU button to display
the menu.
Then, use the SELECT Up/Down
and SET buttons to select “TV” and
then “INPUT SELECT.”
Finally choose ‘TUNER” or “LINE.”
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125 or 69
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Push STOP to
stop recording.
• Or, push the STOP button
on Combination VCR.
While it is possible to change the tape speed when you are
recording, there will be some destortion on the tape where the
change occured.
Push PAUSE to pause a recording in progress. (After the
Combination VCR has been in Rec Pause mode for 5 minutes,
it will stop automatically to protect the tape and video head.)
The recording time remaining will appear when the DISPLAY
button is pushed during OTR mode.
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Timer Recording
Your Combination VCR can be set up to
do a recording while you are away or
otherwise occupied. Up to 8 programs can
be placed in memory. You can choose to
record one time, daily, or weekly.
^^heck list before you begin.
D All connections are made. (See page 5.)
13
Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
I] The clock is set.
D The tape is long enough.
^ The record tab is in place.
indicator
(D
PROG
Push PROG to display
the program screen.
• If a program is already in
memory, push the SELECT
Up/Down and SET buttons to
select an unused program
number.
Push SELECT UP/
SEL
DOWN and SET, to
select and enter the
DATE.
and
SET
O
Daily and Weekly Timer Recording
If you want the program to be recorded daily
(Mon thru Fri), enter DAILY in place of the
DATE in step 2. If you want the recording to
be on a weekly basis, enter WEEKLY MON,
TUE, etc..
Push SELECT UP/
‘P
SEL
"O
and
SET
DOWN and SET to
select and set
remaining items at
right.
START STOP ch]
SELECT START DATE
BY SELECT A/T KEY
TO END PUSH PROG KEY
^WEEKLlf{SAT)<—7-f8-9--31^
^WEEKLY(SUN)
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BY SE
Remaining Items to be set:
• START time
• STOP time
• CH(annel) number,
or LINE for outside
source recording.
• Speed (SP. LP, SLP).
:PUSH SET
Today's Date
Wheel SelecLn Order |
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DAILY— 6—^
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BY SELECT i/T KEY
SLPI
O
To Make Corrections
Repeatedly push the SET button to move forward, or the CLEAR button to
move back to the desired item.
PROG
O
PROG
o
• If you’re using a cable box, make sure that it is turned to the
desired channel and the power is left on for timer recording.
Two minutes before the Timer Recording starts, ‘TIMER REC WILL START
SOON” will appear on-screen.
If “PLEASE PREPARE FOR TIMER REC" appears and/or the PROGRAM TIMER indicator flashes, check that a
cassette with record tab is loaded and the Combination VCR is in Stop mode.
If the start times of two programs overlap, the lower numbered program will have priority.
If the start time for a timer recording comes up during a normal recording or One Touch Recording (page 15),
the timer recording will not be performed.
If there is a power interruption of more than one minute, the recording may not be performed or continue.
If “PROGRAM IS INCOMPLETE" appears on-screen in step 4, check all entries and make necessary corrections
Push PROG to end
the program.
• If you want to enter more
programs, select a blank program
number with the SELECT Up/
Down and SET buttons, and then
repeat steps 2 and 3.
Push PROG to exit
this mode.
• The PROGRAM TIMER indicator
lights on the front panel.
P DT STRAT STOP CH SPD
2 —
3 —
4 —
SELECT 1-8:PUSH A/T KEY
ENTER :PUSH SET KEY
CANCEL :PUSH CLEAR KEY
END :PUSH PROG KEY
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Cancel a Timer Recording: Recording is in progress
Hold down the STOP button for a few
seconds to cancel the Tinner Recording.
• Any future daily or weekly recordings will be
performed as programmed.
Replace Program Contents: Recording is not in progress
Timer Recording
Using Unit Buttons
A timer recording can be set up using the buttons on the
Combination VCR. If necessary, the clock can also be set.
Push the PROG
button to display all
currently set
programs.
P DT STRAT STOP 1CH SPD
3 10 8:00 p 9:00p 10 SP
4 SU 9:00p lOiOOp L SLP
SELECT 1-8:PUSH Al'f KEY
ENTER ; PUSH SET KEY
CANCEL :PUSH CLEAR KEY
END :PUSH PROG
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KEY
Push the SELECT
Up/Down and SET
buttons to select
and enter the
desired timer
recording.
(See page 16.)
7|V/|^ ^SLP
SELECT START DATE
BY SELECT A/T KEY
«-PUSH CLEAR : PUSH SET
TO END PUSH PROG KEY
START STOP CH
3 Push the SELECT Up/Down and SET
buttons to select and enter replacement
information.
4 Push the PROG button to exit this mode
and return to the normal TV screen.
Review or Clear Program Contents; Recording is not in progress
Hold down
START STOP ch|
RECyTIME.
O
SELECT START DATE
BY SELECT A/¥ KEY
and
Push FF to
NEXT, PUSH SET KEY OR
TO END PUSH PROG KEY
enter the
program mode.
........
SET CLOCK
...............
• If the clock Is not set, pushing
these buttons will display the SET
CLOCK screen. In this case, set
the clock according to the OSD’s
instructions and then set a timer
recording.
• Once the Combination VCR is in the Program mode, the
PLAY, REG, FF, and REW buttons on the Combination
VCR operate only as specified above.
SELECT
SET
END
MANUAL SET
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH PROG KEY
Push REW or PLAY to
or
make your selection.
SLP I
Push the PROG
button to display
all currently set
programs.
Push the SELECT
P DT STRAT STOP CH SPD
2 8 10:00p12:00p125 SLP
3 10 8;00p 9:00p 10 SP
4 SU 9;00p10:00p L SLP
SELECT 1-8:PUSH A/T KEY
EMTER ; PUSH SET KEY
CANCEL ;PUSH CLEAR KEY
END tPUSH PROG KEY
Up/Down and SET
buttons to select
the desired
program number.
Push the CLEAR
button to clear the
P OT STRAT STOP CH SPD
□---------------;--------------__
2 B 10:00p12:00p125 SLP
3 10 8;00p 9;00p 10 SP
4 SU 9:00p10:00p L SLP
SELECT 1-8:PUSH */▼ KEY
ENTER :PUSH SET KEY
END :PUSH PROG KEY
program.
Push the PROG button to exit this mode
and return to the normal TV screen.
(for down)
Push SET (FF) repeatedly to move to a
particular item for setting or correction.
(for up)
Push FF to set
and move on to
the next item.
Items to be Set:
• recording DATE
• START time
• STOP time
•CH(annel). or LINE
• SPEED (SP, LP. SLP)
When the program is completed...
Push REC/TIME
and
O
and FF to display
program contents.
(at the same time)
To set the next program,
repeat steps 2, 3, and 4 before continuing with step 5.
Push REC/TIME arid
and
FF to exit this mode.
(at the same time)
• It is not possible to clear a timer program using the Combination
VCR buttons. Please use the Remote Control.
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SPECI^
dal VCR Features
l^flcheck list before you begin
n All connections are made (see page 5).
LJ Your Combination VCR is plugged in.
VCR Lock Feature
When activated, this feature prohibits all operations except for timer
recording, and tape eject. This is useful to prevent misoperation and
protect your Combination VCR from curious children.
STOP/EJECT
rr
To Cancel the VCR Lock feature,
STOP/EJECT
1/^
Hold down STOP/EJECT on
the Combination VCR for 7
seconds during Stop, or
Power OFF mode.
Hold down STOP/EJECT on
the Combination VCR for 7
seconds again during Stop,
or Power OFF mode.
VCR Lock mode is cancelled automatically after 24 hours
when the clock is set.
This feature cannot be activated or canceled when a timer
or one touch recording is in progress.
VCR LOCK OFF
Warning Beeper Feature
When you select BEEPER ON as described below, a short warning will sound
each time an invalid entry or operation is made and a timer program is set.
MENU
Push MENU to
display the menu.
MAIN MENU
o
loiov
a
SEL
and
SET
Push SELECT UP/
DOWN and SET to
select “VCR”.
SELECT
SET
I 0 I
CLOCK EXIT
CH
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
n
O
SEL
o
and
SET
Push SELECT UP/
DOWN and SET to
select “BEEPER”, then
“ON” or “OFF”.
........
SET UP VCR
REPEAT PLAY : OFF
SELECT
SET
END
PUSH SELECT A/T
PUSH SET KEY
PUSH MENU KEY
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O
MENU
o
Push MENU twice to
exit this screen.
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Copying Your Tapes (Dubbing)
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Connections you’ll need to make.
Playing (Source) VCR
U
(Audio Out^
(yideo Out^
f=
Recording (Editing)
Combination VCR
1 1
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'‘(Audio Iri)
Insert a pre-recorded tape
into the Playing (source) VCR.
Insert a blank tape with record
tab into the Recording (editing)
Combination VCR.
Select “LINE” as the input on the
Recording Combination VCR.
• If you are using this Connbination VCR as
the Recording unit, see “Selecting the Input
Mode” section on page 15.
Push PLAY on the playing VCR.
Then, push PAUSE when the
tape reaches the point you want
to start copying.
Push REC and PLAY at the same
time on the recording Combination
VCR. Then, push PAUSE on the
remote immediately.
Caution:
Unauthorized exchanging and/
or copying of copyrighted
recordings may be copyright
infringement.
Push PAUSE on both units (at the
same time), to begin copying.
Edit Out Unwanted Parts of the original recording by using the
PAUSE button (on the Recording unit) while copying is in progress.
Then, push STOP on both units to
stop copying.
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Unit and Cassette Information
Reset all Combination VCR
Memory Functions
Erase Protection (Record Tab)
Cassettes have a record tab to ensure that
recordings are not accidentally erased.
To prevent accidental erasure, break off the tab with a screwdriver. I
____
_
To record again, cover the hole with cellophane tape.
Maximum Record/PiaybackTime
Only use tapes with the mark in this unit.
Tape Speed
Position
SP
(Standard Play)
LP
(Long Play)
SLP
(Super Long Play)
Type of Video Cassette
T60 T120 T160
1 Hour 2 Hours
2 Hours
3 Hours
4 Hours
6 Hours
40 Minutes
20 Minutes
2 Hours
5 Hours
8 Hours
This operation is convenient when moving the
Combination VCR to a new location, or if a mistake was
made in the One Time Setup section. Make sure a tape
is not inserted in the Combination VCR.
1) Push the POWER button to turn the Combination
VCR on.
2) Push and hold both the PLAY and REWIND buttons
on the Combination VCR for more than 5 seconds.
• The power will shut off.
3) Perform the One Time Setup section on page 6.
D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time)
Spring:
First Sunday in April (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIMEAUTO)
Automatically adds one hour and adjusts the clock.
NORMAL TIME
DAYLIGHT
SAVING TIME
Autumn:
Last Sunday in October (DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME: AUTO)
Automatically turns back one hour and adjusts the clock.
DAYLIGHT
SAVING TIME
NORMAL TIME
1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
3:00 a.m. 4:00 a.m.
1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
1:00 a.m. 2:00 a.m.
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►
[ Cleaning Care for Video Heads
Blue Back
(During playback of
pre-recorded tape)
Clogged Video
Head Picture
Clogged Video Heads
While your Combination VCR will not normally require
head cleaning, however the heads may become clogged
when playing an old or damaged tape. If the image on
your screen resembles the illustration on the left or the
screen becomes solid blue when playing back a recorded
signai on the tape, the heads probably require cleaning.
Cleaning the Heads
It is recommended that head cleaning be performed by
a qualified service technician. Please contact your
nearest Panasonic Service Center. An alternate
solution is to obtain a head cleaning cassette. Be sure
to follow the cleaning instructions carefully. Excessive
use of a cleaning cassette could shorten head life.
Use this cassette only when symptoms occur.
Blue Back
Screen
Product Specifications
Display
Picture Tube:
VCR
Video Recording System: 2 rotary heads helical
Audio Track:
Tuner:
Broadcast Channels: VHF2-13, UHF 14-69
CATV Channels:
General
Power Source:
Power Consumption:
Television System:
Speaker:
Operating Temperature: 41 °F-104"’F(5"’C-40°C)
Operating Humidity: 10%-75%
Weight: 28 ibs. (12.7 Kg)
Dimensions: 14-13/16” (W) X 15-7/8” (H)
Note: Designs and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
13 inch measured diagonal 90"
deflection Picture Tube
scanning system
1 track
Midband A through I (14-22)
Superband J through W (23-36)
Hyperband AA-EEE (37-64)
Lowband A-5-A-1 (95-99)
Special CATV channel 5A (01)
Ultraband 65-94, 100-125
120V AC, 60 Hz
Approx. 69 watts (Power on)
Approx. 6 watts (Power off)
EIA Standard NTSC color
1 piece
XI7” (D)
376 (W) X 403 (H) X 432 (D) mm
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Before Requesting Service
Check the following points once again if you are having some trouble with your Combination VCR.
Power
No power...
Monitor
No picture or sound...
Poor picture with normal sound...
Poor sound with normal picture...
Poor TV reception...
No color or poor color...
Ghosts (Multiple images)...
TV programs can’t be watched...
VCR
TV program can’t be recorded...
Timer recording can’t be performed...
There’s no playback picture or the playback picture
is noisy or contains streaks...
VCR can’t be controlled...
Correction
• Check that the Power Plug is completely inserted to an AC
outlet.
• Check that the POWER button is set to on.
Correction 1
• Make sure your antenna or cable system is connected to the
Combination VCR. (P.5)
• Check that the power plug is completely connected to an AC
outlet.
• Check that the POWER button is set to on.
• Adjust the BRIGHT, SHARPNESS, and PICTURE controls in
the SET UP TV menu. (P.10)
• Adjust the VOLUME control. (P.9)
• Adjust the SHARPNESS and PICTURE controls in the SET UP
TV menu. (P.10)
• Adjust the TINT and COLOR controls in the SET UP TV menu.
(P.10)
• Install a directional antenna.
• Make sure that the channel being received is in the
Combination VCRs memory. (P.6)
Correction
• Make sure your antenna or cable system is connected to the
Combination VCR. (P.5)
• Make sure that the record tab on the back of the cassette is still
intact. (P.20)
• Set the recording start/stop time correctly. (P.16-17)
• Timer recording may not be performed or continued if a power
interruption of more than 1 minute occurs before or during
Timer Recording, even if power resumes thereafter.
• Adjust the TRACKING control slowly in either direction. (P.13)
• Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P.18)
Remote Control
Combination VCR can’t be remote controlled.. • Aim the Remote Control directly at the remote sensor on the
Correction
Combination VCR. (Refer to Control Reference Guide.)
• Avoid all obstacles which may interfere with the signal path.
• Inspect or replace the batteries. (P.4)
• Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P.18)
• Exposing the Combination VCR remote sensor to direct
fluorescent or outdoor light may cause signal interference.
1 Miscellaneous Correction
Video cassette can’t be inserted...
Video cassette can’t be removed...
Eject does not function or insertion cannot be done...
Video cassette ejects when the REC and PLAY buttons
are pushed or when the two minutes before the Timer
Recording starts...
In the stop mode, the motor (CYLINDER) continues to
rotate...
VCR can’t be controlled...
Insert the cassette with the window side up and the record tab
facing you.
Check that the power plug is completely connected to an AC
outlet.
Turn the POWER off and then on, and try ejecting or inserting
the tape again.
Make sure the record tab on the back of the cassette is still
intact. (P.20)
To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for
about 5 minutes.
The quick play mechanism reduces response time from Stop to
Play mode and from Play to Rewind search mode.
Make sure that VCR LOCK is set to off. (P.18)
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Index of Controls
Remote Control Button
ON TIMER
See page 11.
POWER
See pages 6, 9.
PAUSE/STILL
See page 13.
REWIND/SEARCH
See page 13.
STOP
-------------------------------
See pages 13, 15-17.
ZERO SEARCH/
1 MINUTE SKIP
See page 14.
NUMBERED keys
See pages 7, 9,15.
MENU
See pages 6~8, 10, 12,
14, 15, 18.
PROGRAM
See pages 16, 17.
CLEAR
See pages 7, 11,16,17.
COUNTER RESET
See page 14.
SPEED
See page 15.
SLOW/FRAME ADVANCE
See page 13.
SLOW UP/DOWN
See page 13. -
o
MUTE
See page 9.
RECORD/TIME
See page 15.
FAST FORWARD/SEARCH
RAPID TUNE
See page 9.
---------
CHANNEL UP/DOWN
TRACKING UP/DOWN
See pages 6, 7, 9, 13, 15.
VOLUME UP/DOWN
See page 9.
SELECTUP/DOWN
See pages 6-8,10-12,14-18.
------------------------------------ SET
See pages 6-8, 10-12, 14-18
CLOSED CAPTION
See page 12.
---------------------------- DISPLAY
See pages 8,11,14.
SLEEP
See page 11.
PLAY
See page 13.
See page 13.
ADD/DELETE
See page 7.
Indicators on the Front Panel
ON TIMER Indicator
Lights when the On
Timer is set.
See page 11.
REPEAT Indicator
Lights when “REPEAT
PLAY; ON” is selected
and playback is in
progress.
See page 14.
PROGRAM TIMER Indicator
Lights when the Combination VCR is set for Timer Recording. It
flashes when a Timer Recording has been set, but a tape has
not been inserted, the clock is not set, or the tape is in motion.
See pages 15, 16.
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RECORD Indicator
Lights during recording.
In Rec Pause or OTR Pause
mode, the indicator flashes.
See page 15.
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Front View of the Comnination VCR
See pages
13,17.
See pages SEARCH See pages
13,15,17. See pages 13, 17. 15,17.
Rear View of the Combination VCR
AC Power Plug
When plugged
into an AC outlet,
the Combination
VCR consumes
6 W of electric
power in OFF
condition.
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VHF/UHF Antenna Input
Terminal
In from your Antenna or
Cable.
See page 5.
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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia para rápida consulta
Conixión de la antena externa
Desenganche la antena del televisor o
registrador de video que tuviera anteriormente
y conéctela a la parte trasera del Registrador
de Video de Cobinación, como se muestra en
el diagrama. Si el sistema de su antena tiene
conductores UHF y VHF separados, usted
necesita un Mezclador de Banda UHF/VHF (no
viene con el equipo).
Conexiones de TV por cable
(A) Sin la caja convertidora/
decodificadora
Con esta conexión usted podrá utilizar su
control remoto del Registrador de combinación
de VCR/TV para seleccionar los canales que
desee ver y seleccionar canales no codificados
para su grabación programada. Esta conexión
no permite ver ni grabar canales codificados.
Transformador de 300-75
ohmios (no está incluido)
(A)
desde CATV
(TV por cable)
Parte trasera de la
combinación de VCR/TV
Parte trasera de la
combinación de VCR/TV
(B) Con una caja convertidora/
decodificadora
Con esta conexión, usted podrá grabar y ver
cualquier canal, incluyendo los canales
codificados, observe, sin embargo, que la
selección de canales se debe efectuar en la
caja convertidora de TV por cable que
suministra esta empresa. La grabación
programada está limitada a un canal cada vez,
y sólo se podrá ver el canal que esté grabando.
Para ver y grabar un canales
codificado/no codificado
Coloque el selector de canal del
Registrador de combinación de
VCR/TV en el canal de salida de la
caja convertidora de televisión por
cable (por ejemple el canal 3).
Después, seleccione en la caja
convertidora de TV por cable los
cnales que se quieran ver o grabar.
(B)
CATV (TV
por cable)
Caja convertidora
de TV por cable
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Para fijar el idioma, canal y reloj
Al encender la combinación de VCR/TV por primera vez, aparecerán
tas pantallas para fijar automáticamente los canales y el reloj.
Encender la combinación de
VCR/TV.
Oprimir CH UP o
CH DOWN para
elegir el idioma de
la pantalla en
inglés o español.
Importante: Si está usando una
caja de TV por
cable, encienda la
caja y sintonice al
canal PBS de su
zona.
Oprimir CH UP para iniciar la
fijación de los canales y el reloj.
SELECT LANGUAGE
PUSH CH UP :Engl ish
PULSE CH DOWN:Español
FIJACION AUTO. (CA/RELOJ)
CONECTE EL CABLE DE LA
ANTENA Y SI ESTA USANDO
UNA CAJA DE TV POR CABLE
SINTONICE AL CANAL PBS
DE SU LOCAL LUEGO...
POR FAVOR OPRIMIR CH UP
Si ud. esta usando una caja de TV por cable y tiene
muchos canales PBS, sintonice la caja de TV por
cable a un cana! PBS diferente e intente la fijación
automática otravez.
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Si aparece la pantalla
anterior, la fijación
automática del reloj no es
disponible en su zona. Por
favor fije la hora de! reloj
manualmente como
describe en la pagina
siguiente.
Para ver un canal anulado desde la
memoria del aparato, por favor elija el
canal con las teclas numéricas.
Por cualquier razón, si ha cambiado la
hora manualmente, no funcionará la
corrección automática de la hora.
La fijación automática del reloj efectuará
cada día al apagar la combinación de
VCR/TV por primera vez. Si ud. usa una
caja de TV por cable y desea efectuar la
fijación automática del reloj, la caja de TV
por cable debe permanecer encendido y
sintonizado el canal PBS cuando se apaga
la combinación de VCR/TV.
Las siguientes informaciones aparecerán seguidamente:
• AUTOPROGRAMACION EN PROCESO
• AUTOPROGRAMACION COMPLETO
• FIJACION AUTOMATICA DEL RELOJ EN PROCESO
(Caso j)
12/25/1996 MIE 12:00PM
HORA VERANIEGA : ACT
FUAC10N AUTOMATICA
COMPLETO PULSE MENU
TERMINAR : PULSE CH UP
(paso 2)
FUACION AUTOMATICA DEL
RELOJ ES INCOMPLETO
PARA FIJAR EL RELOJ
Comprobar si la hora está fijada
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correctamente y luego oprimir CH UP
para terminar la fijación.
Si la hora y la hora veraniega es
incorrecta, por favor siga los siguientes
pasos:
Raras veces, en caso de que ud. vive cerca de
dos zonas con hora diferente, el aparato puede
elegir un canal PBS con diferente hora de su
zona. En este caso, haga los siguientes pasos:
(Fijación manual del reloj )
1 Oprimir MENU
para que
aparezca la
pantalla de la
fijación del reloj.
2 Oprimir el botón
SELECT UP/DOWN y SET para
elegir y fijar el mes, la fecha, el año,
la hora y la hora veraniega.
Para hacer correcciones,
Oprimir el botón SET o el botón CLEAR
repetidamente para retroceder o avanzar hasta
el paso que desea corregir.
3 Oprimir MENU dos veces para iniciar
a funcionar el reloj y salir desde este
modo.
FUAR RELOJ
1M—
/1\ VERANO ; ACT
CON EL BOTON SELECT A/T
PARA TERMINAR PULSE MENU
....................
.................
: PULSE SET
Tome nota del canal que está fijado en la pantalla y
salga desde este modo oprimiendo el botón CH UP.
Anule este canal desde los canales memohzados en
la combinación de VCR/TV.
Oprima el botón MENU para que aparezca la pantalla
del MENU.
Oprimir el botón SELECT UP/DOWN y SET para
elegir “CLOCK” y luego para elegir “AUTO SE^.
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Spanish Quick Use Guide/Guia para rápida consulta
Operaciones para ver la TV
Oprimir POWER para
encender la combinación
de VCR/TV.
Elegir el canal usando CHANNEL
UP/DOWN o usando la teclas
numéricas.
O
Oprimir
VOLUME UP/
DOWN para
ajustar el nivel
del volumen.
Oprimir el botón ON TIMER
para fijar la función del
encendedor automático.
Esta pantalla aparecerá
cerca de 5 segundos.
El indicador de ON
TIMER (encendedor
automático) se
encenderá en el
panel delantero.
ENCENDIDO AUTOMATICO
FIJADO
ANULAR ; PULSE CLEAR
Para cancelar,
oprimir el botón OLEAR cuando está
mostrado la pantalla anterior.
“ENCENDIDO AUTOMATICO ANULADO”
aparecerá en la pantalla cerca de 5 segundos.
60 minutos luego de que la combinación de
VCR/TV se ha encendido automáticamente,
éste se apagará por sí mismo si no se ha
oprimido ningún botón del control remoto o del
aparato.
Fijación del encendedor automático
La combinación de VCR/TV se puede fijar para que se
encienda automáticamente a una hora programada.
Oprimir ON TIMER para que
aparezca la pantalla del
encendedor automático.
Oprimir el botón
P
SEL
ü
SELECT UP/
DOWN y SET
para fijar la hora.
KfeCwÁ/INICIO PARADA CA
CON EL BOTON SELECT A ! T
Para fijar el
_______
PARA TERMINAR PULSE PROG
modo de TV
o reproducción del encendedor
automático, oprimir el botón
SELECT UP/DOWN y SET
para elegir un canal para el modo
de TV o para elegir “PLAY” para el
modo de reproducción.
Asegúrese de que una cinta de video esté
introducido en la combinación de VCR/TV, si ha
elegido la reproducción de la videograbadora.
: PULSE SET -y
Fijación del temporizador para
dormir
La combinación de VCR/TV se puede fijar para que se
apague automáticamente.
Oprimir SLEEP para
que aparezca el
tiempo de fijación.
Si ud. oprime el botón
DISPLAY con el
temporizador para dormir
fijado, aparecerá en la
pantalla el tiempo que
sobra para apagarse.
Para cancelar,
oprimir SLEEP
sucesivamente hasta que
aparezca “TEMPORIZADOR
PARA DORMIR 00”.
TEMPORIZADOR PARA DOMIR 30
TEMPORIZADOR PARA OOMIR 60
TEMPORIZADOR PARA DOMIR 90
TEMPORIZADOR PARA DOMIR 00
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TEMPORIZADOR
PARA DORMIR 1 2
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Para hacer correcciones
Oprimir el botón SET o el botón CLEAR repetidamente para
retroceder o avanzar hasta el paso que desea corregir.
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Operaciones básicas para la grabación
Grabación con temporizador
Introducir una cìnta de
video que tenga la
lengüeta para evitar el
borrado. 1
La combinación de VCR/TV se
enciende automáticamente.
Oprimir CH UP
o CH DOWN
para elegir el
canal.
• Para grabar
desde una fuente
externa, oprimir
CH UP/DOWN y elija LINEA.
Oprimir
SPEED hasta
que aparezca
la velocidad
deseada.
SP = reproducción normal,
LP = reproducción larga,
SLP = reproducción super larga.
Oprimir el
botón REC/
GRAB
TIME del
control remoto
para empezar
a grabar.
• U oprimir los
botones PLAY y
REC/TIME de
la combinación
de VCR/TV.
Garabacíón de un toque
(OTR)
La combinación de VCR/TV
se puede fijar para parar la
grabación a una hora fijada
anteriormente.
Oprima sucesivamente
REC/TIME para fijar el tiempo
de la grabación.
Cada presión cambiará la hora de parada
como demuestra a la derecha.
• La luz indicador de la grabación programada (TIMER)
se enciende en el panel delantero.
• Oprimir el botón PAUSE para hacer una pausa en la
grabación de un toque.
POR FAVOR PULSE REC
PARA FIJAR UN TIEMPO
DE GRABACION ESPECIFICO
Luego d^2 segundos
GRAB
POR FAVOR PULSE REC
PARA FIJAR UN TIEMPO
DE GRABACION ESPECIFICO
Grabación normal-►0:30-► i :00
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4:00-*— 3:00-^ 2:00-^ 1:30
Oprimir STOP para
parar la grabación.
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0:00:30
SLP
3
Oprimir PROG
para que
aparezca
la pantalla
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CON EL BOTON SELECT if ▼
para la
programación.
Si ya existe una programción
memorizada, elija un número sin
programación con el botón
SELECT Up/Down y SET.
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Oprimir el
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y SET ^ SEMANAHOOU) — «ARIA
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para elegir
y fijar la
fecha.
Grabación diaria y semanai
Si ud. desea programar una
grabación diaria (lunes a viernes), elija DIARIO en
vez de la fecha en el paso 2. Si desea una
grabación semanal, elija SEMANAL LUN, MAR, etc.
Oprimir el
botón
SELECT
UP/DOWN
y SET para
elegir y fijar
las
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CON EL BOTON SEL£CTA/T
Fijaciones:
• Hora de inicio
• Hora de parada
• Canal o LINEA para
una fuente externa
• Velecidad de la cinta
(SP, LP, SLP)
fijaciones a
la derecha.
Para hacer correcciones
Oprimir repetidamente el botón SET para avanzar o el botón
CLEAR para retroceder hasta el paso que desea corregir.
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Oprimir PROG
para terminar
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la
programación.
Si desea hacer más programaciones,
elija un número de programa en
blanco con el botón SELECT
Up/Down y SET y repita los paso 2 y 3.
ELEGIR t-e:PULSEA/T
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anular
terminar
PULSE SET
PULSE CLEAR
PULSE PROG
Oprimir PROG para
salir desde este modo.
• La luz indicador de la grabación
programada (TIMER) se
enciende en el panel delantero.
Dos minutos antes de empezar la grabación,
“GRABACION PROGRAMADA INICIARA ENSEGUIDA"
aparecerá en ia pantalla.
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Matsushita Consumer Electronics
Company, Division of Matsushita
Electric Corporation of America
One Panasonic Way Secaucus,
New Jersey 07094
Printed in U.S.A.
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