Copyright 2001 Philips Consumer Electronics B.V. Eindhoven, The Netherlands.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, st ored in a
retri eval system or transmitted, in any for m or by any means, elect ronic, mechani cal,
photocopyi ng, or otherwise without the prior permission of Philips.
Measuring instruments91
Setting instructions91
Video signal processing (VS-SEC)91
Front End (FV)92
Deck electronics (DE)93
Servo System (AIO1)93
Audio Linear (AL)94
Display Control (AIO2)94
3 Direction for use12
Remote control overview12
Front overview of the sets14
Direction for use introduction16
Remote control codes45
Dismantling instructions46
Dismantling instructions46
Dismantling of the motherboard/drive
combination47
Dismantling the drive48
5 Service modes, Repair tips49
Special functions49
Service test program49
Repair tips53
6 Block diagrams, Waveforms, Wiring diagram 57
Block diagram Video57
Block diagram Audio Mono58
Block diagram Audio Stereo59
Supply voltages and Bus diagram60
Supply voltages and Bus diagram61
Block diagram Central Control62
Waveforms63
7 Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts64
Power supply (PS)64
Display control (AIO2)65
Central control (AIO1)66
Deck control (DE)67
Variant List Frontend (FV)68
Frontend (FV)69
FM stereo (FM-ST)70
FM Stereo + Nicam (FM-ST-NIC)71
Audio Linear (AL) 72
FM - Audio (AF)73
Video Signal Processing - SECAM (VS-SEC)74
Video Signal Processing (VS)75
VPS/PDC & OSD Part (VPO)76
In/Out Part (IO)77
FOLLOW ME Part (FOME)78
Wiring Diagram79
Mother board - solder side80
Mother board - component side83
Connector print (ACP10)84
Connector print (ACP1)84
Connector print (QBOE1)85
Connector print (QBOG1)85
Connector print (ACP35)86
Key print (AKP35)87
Illumination print (AKP13)88
Key print (AKP36) 89
Shuttle board (ASP10)89
Shuttle board (QKP21)89
Test point overview 90
9 Circuit descriptions and List of
10 Tape deck113
11 Exploded views 124
12 Spare parts list128
abbreviations97
Switched-mode power supply PS (PS Part)97
Operating unit (DC part)98
Central Control (AIO part)99
Deck electronics (DE part)100
Front end (FV part)101
Video signal processing VS (VS part)102
Audio linear (AL part)104
Audio HiFi - for stereo units (AF part)105
IN/OUT (IO part)105
Follow Me (FOME part)106
VPS/PDC, on-screen display (VPO part)106
Simple Blockdiagram107
Simple Blockdiagram FM Audio / Linear Audio
processing109
List of abbreviations110
Auto Standby On/Off
Backup Presets 1yr
Backup Clock / Timer 3hrs
Number of Events / month
Low Power Standby Power Cons. [Watts] <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4
Tuning - presets (only channel input)
Systems
Hyperband, UHF, VHF
Mono
German Stereo
NICAM
Splitter
Auto Seek
Mechanism
Number of Video Heads
FM audio heads for stereo
Head Cleaning Mode/automatic
Winding Time (E180) sec
Rewind Time (E180) sec
Quick View
Tape Counter lin. Relative (h.m.s.)
Tape Counter Time Left (h.m)
VISS: next/prev. index / blank tape search
Features
Plug & Play
On Screen Display (OSD)
Welcome Screen
Auto Install/Search/Store/Tuning
Easy link / NexTView Link (P50)
Follow TV (analog)
Direct Record
16:9 (pin 8)
Digital Studio Picture Control
Commercial Skipno no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no
Turbo Timer
Daily/Weekly
Showview / VideoPlus+
ShowView Mapping
VPS + PDC (VPD)
PDC (Time/Date) download
Net-name detection
Record Link / Scart 2
Sat control via Mouse
Child Lock
VCR1/VCR2
OTR
Long Play
Auto LP
Tape List
SMART Picture
Connectors
Number of Scart connectors
Audio out cinch rear
Audio/Video in cinch front
Auto Standby On/Off
Backup Presets 1yr
Backup Clock / Timer 3hrs
Number of Events / month
Low Power Standby Power Cons. [Watts]<4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4
Tuning - presets (only channel input)
Systems
Hyperband, VHF, UHF
Mono
German Stereo
NICAM
Splitter
Auto Seek
Mechanism
Number of Video Heads
FM audio heads for stereo
Head Cleaning Mode/automatic
Winding Time (E180) sec
Rewind Time (E180) sec
Quick View
Tape Counter lin. Relative (h.m.s.)
Tape Counter Time Left (h.m)
VISS: next/prev. index / blank tape search
Features
Plug & Play
On Screen Display (OSD)
Welcome Screen
Auto Install/Search/Store/Tuning
Easy link / NexTView Link (P50)
Follow TV (analog)
Direct Record
16:9 (pin 8)
Digital Studio Picture Control
Commercial Skipno no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no
Turbo Timer
Daily/Weekly
Showview / VideoPlus+
ShowView Mapping
VPS + PDC (VPD)
PDC (Time/Date) download
Net-name detection
Record Link / Scart 2
Sat control via mouse
Child Lock
VCR1/VCR2
OTR
Long Play
Auto LP
Tape List
SMART Picture
Connectors
Number of Scart connectors
Audio out cinch rear
Audio/Video in cinch front
Auto Standby On/Off
Backup Presets 1yr
Backup Clock / Timer 3hrs
Number of Events / month
Low Power Standby Power Cons. [Watts]<4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4
Tuning - presets (only channel input)
Systems
Hyperband, UHF, VHF
Mono
German Stereo
NICAM
Splitter
Auto Seek
Mechanism
Number of Video Heads
FM audio heads for stereo
Head Cleaning Mode/automatic
Winding Time (E180) sec100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
Rewind Time (E180) sec100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100
Quick View
Tape Counter lin. Relative (h.m.s.)
Tape Counter Time Left (h.m)
VISS: next/prev. index / blank tape search
Features
Plug & Play
On Screen Display (OSD)
Welcome Screen
Auto Install/Search/Store/Tuning
Easy link / NexTView Link (P50)
Follow TV (analog)
Direct Record
16:9 (pin 8)
Digital Studio Picture Control
Commercial Skipno no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no
Turbo Timer
Daily/Weekly
Showview / VideoPlus+
ShowView Mapping
VPS + PDC (VPD)
PDC (Time/Date) download
Net-name detection
Record Link / Scart 2
Sat control via mouse
Child Lock
VCR1/VCR2
OTR
Long Play
Auto LP
Tape List
SMART Picture
Connectors
Number of Scart connectors
Audio out cinch rear
Audio/Video in cinch front
Auto Standby On/Off
Backup Presets 1yr
Backup Clock / Timer 3hrs
Number of Events / month
Low Power Standby Power Cons. [Watts] <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4 <4
Tuning - presets (only channel input)
Systems
Hyperband, UHF, VHF
Mono
German Stereo
NICAM
Splitter
Auto Seek
Mechanism
Number of Video Heads
FM audio heads for stereo
Head Cleaning Mode/automatic
Winding Time (E180) sec100 100 100 100 100 100 100 260 260 260 260 260 260 260 260 260 100 100 100 260 260 260
Rewind Time (E180) sec100 100 100 100 100 100 100 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 100 100 100 170 170 170
Quick View
Tape Counter lin. Relative (h.m.s.)
Tape Counter Time Left (h.m)
VISS: next/prev. index / blank tape search
Features
Plug & Play
On Screen Display (OSD)
Welcome Screen
Auto Install/Search/Store/Tuning
easy link / NexTView Link (P50)
Follow TV (analog)
Direct Record
16:9 (pin 8)
Digital Studio Picture Control
Commercial Skipno no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no no
Turbo Timer
Daily/Weekly
Showview / VideoPlus+
ShowView Mapping
VPS + PDC (VPD)
PDC (Time/Date) download
Net-name detection
Record Link / Scart 2
Sat control via mouse
Child Lock
VCR1/VCR2
OTR
Long Play
Auto LP
Tape List
SMART Picture
Connectors
Number of Scart connectors
Audio out cinch rear
Audio/Video in cinch front
Mains voltage: 220 - 240 V, +/- 10%
Mains frequency: 45 - 65 Hz
Power consumption: mono 12.5 W during
without Low Power Standby: mono 4 W during
with Low Power Standby: < 4 W standby
Ambient temperature: +10°C to +35°C
Relative humidity: 20 - 80 %
Dimensions: 380 x 260 x 94 mm
Weight: 3,7 kg
Fast forward/rewind time (turbo): typ. 100s (E180
Position of use: horizontally, max.
Video resolution: ≥240 lines
Audio SP: Linear Audio: 80Hz - 10kHz (±6
Audio LP: Linear Audio: 80Hz - 5kHz (±6
Stereo FM Audio: 20Hz - 20kHz
Euroconnector (AV1) SCART plug 1
Connection to TV, monitor, projection TV ...
Pin 1 ARO (audio right out) 500 mV
Pin 2 ARI (audio right in)0,2 V
Pin 3 ALO (audio left out)500 mV
Pin 6 ALI (audio left in)0,2 V
rms
rms
rms
rms
Pin 7 Blue (out) **)
Pin 8 Switching output:(with R
load
low: 2 V
high: 9.5 V
rise time: 5 ms
Pin 11 Green (out) **)
Pin 15 Red (out) **)
Pin 16 Blanking (out) **)loop through enabled during
standby, view-mode
Pin 19 CVBS II (video out)1 V
Pin 20 CVBS I (video in)1 V
+1/-2dB R
pp
+3/-3dB Rin75 Ohm
pp
**) passive loop through from AV2
operation
: HiFi 16 W during
operation
standby
: HiFi 4.4 W during
standby
cass.)
15°
dB)
dB)
(±3dB)
+/- 3 dB R
to 2V
+/- 3 dB R
to 2 V
out
Rin10 kOhm
rms
out
Rin10 kOhm
rms
= 10kOhm, C
out
load
1kOhm
1kOhm
<2nF)
75 Ohm
Cinch Audio/Video input on front panel (OPTION)
Audio:
AINFR (audio right in) red 0.2 V
AINFL (audio left in) white 0.2 V
AOUT1R (audio right out) red 500 mV
AOUT1L (audio left out) white 500 mV
+/- 3 dB R
rms
+/- 3 dB R
rms
1 kOhm
out
1 kOhm
out
This outputs are in parallel with the corresponding outputs on
Euroconnector 1.
TUMOD
Modulator:
Frequency range loop through45 MHz - 860 MHz
Gain: ANT IN - TV OUT2 dB + 3 / -2 dB
ANT IN - TUN OUT2 dB + 3 / -2 dB
Switch for RF input attenuationNO
Frequency range out (tuned by IIC bus)Ch 21 - Ch55
Tuner:
Frequency range 43 MHz - 860 MHz
for UK450 MHz - 860MHz
Input voltage max.< 100 dBµV
min.> 60 dBµV
rms
rms
Euroconnector (AV2) SCART plug 2
Connection to decoder, SAT tuner, video disc, 2nd VCR ...
rms
rms
rms
to 2V
rms
to 2 V
+/- 3 dB R
Rin10 kOhm
rms
+/- 3 dB R
Rin10 kOhm
rms
out
out
Pin 1 ARO (audio right out) 500 mV
Pin 2 ARI (audio right in)0,2 V
Pin 3 ALO (audio left out)500 mV
Pin 6 ALI (audio left in)0,2 V
Pin 7 Blue (out) **)
Pin 8 Switching input only: low: 2 V (low)R
high: 4.5 V (high)R
in
in
Pin 11 Green (in) *)
Pin 15 Red (in) *)
Pin 16 Blanking (in) *)loop through enabled during
standby, view-mode
Pin 19 CVBS II (video out)1 V
Pin 20 CVBS I (video in)1 V
+1/-2dB R
pp
+3/-3dB Rin75 Ohm
pp
75 Ohm
out
*) passive loop through to Euroconnector AV1
1kOhm
1kOhm
10 kOhm
10 kOhm
GB 10VR1202.
Safety instructions, Modifications
2.Safety instructions, Modifications
2.1Safety instructions
•Safety regulations demand that the set be restored to its
original condition and that components identical with the
original types be used.
•Safety components are marked by the symbol h
•All ICs and many other semi-conductors are susceptible
to electrostatic discharges (ESD). Careless handling
during repair may reduce life drastically. When repairing,
make sure that you are conneted with the same potential
as the mass of the set via a wrist wrap with resistance.
Keep components and tools on the same potential.
•A set to be repaired should always be connected to the
mains via a suitable isolating transformer.
•Never replace any modules or any other parts while the
set is switched on.
•Use plastic instead of metal alignment tools. This in order
to prelude short-circuit or to prevent a specific circuit from
being rendered unstable.
Engineer's remarks:
2.1.1Remarks
•The direct voltages and oscillograms ought to be
measured relative to the set mass.
•The direct voltages and oscillograms mentioned in the
diagrams ought to be measured with a colour bar signal
and the picture carrier at 503.25 MHz (C25).
•The oscillograms and direct voltages have been
measured in RECORD or PLAY mode.
•The semiconductors, which are mentioned in the circuit
diagram and in the parts lists, are fully exchangeable per
position with the semiconductors in the set, irrespective
of the type designation of these semiconductors.
Safety instructions, Modifications
MADE IN EUROPE
MODEL NO:
VN 37123456
SHOWVIEW IS
A TRADEMARK
APPLIED
GEMST
AR DEVELOPMENT
CORP
.
FOR
BY GEMST
AR
DEVELOPMENT
CORP
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SHOWVIEW
SYSTEM
IS MANUF
ACTURED
UNDER
LICENSE
FROM
y
GB 11VR1202.
2.2Modifications
2.2.1Updating the service manual
All modifications and/or supplements to the Service Manual
are published by means of Service Information bulletins.
Each Service Information is numbered:
VR 01 - 01 GB
Language
Sequence number
Year
A Service Information bulletin consists of a front page which,
if needed, is followed by supplementary and/or replacement
sheets.
Replacement sheets should replace existing sheets in the
Service Manual. These sheets are identified by an additional
letter after the page number.
Example: Page 5-1a replaces page 5-1 in the Service
Manual.
Supplementary sheets should be inserted between existing
sheets in the Service Manual. These sheets are identified by
an additional figure after the page number.
Example: Page 5-1-1 should be inserted after page 5-1.
2.2.2Modifications in the set
Tape deck
12345678 10001 A12T-P2/0LP
011731 12WD44
Production code
Factory indication
Production date
Tape deck type
Factory deck number
Note:
•The production code and the serial number on the tape
deck do not correspond to the production code and the
serial number on the type plate.
Printed circuits
The sticker is generally located on the copper side of the
board.
Example:
AVR 01102
12345KW 015123456
Serial number
Production week
Printed boardname
Factor
code
All important parts of the set (such as the tape deck, the
printed circuits and modules) are equiped with a sticker.
Those stickers provide a number of important information.
Type plate
The type plate is located on the back cover.
220-240 V ~
A13
AA
MODEL NO:
PROD.NO:
Note:
•In case of an important change in the set, the production
•In case of a major change in the set, the evolution code
.
MADE IN EUROPE
50Hz
AAA BBB CCC DDD EEE FFF GGG
VR120/02
VN 37 0015 123456
.
CORP
APPLIED
CORP
ACTURED
FROM
IS MANUF
DEVELOPMENT
LICENSE
A TRADEMARK
AR
AR DEVELOPMENT
SYSTEM
UNDER
GEMST
BY GEMST
SHOWVIEW IS
SHOWVIEW
FOR
Range
Option codes (A-G)
Evolution code
Type number
Serial number
Production date
Production center (VN),
Production code
code on the type plate is incremented: E.g. 37 becomes
38.
is incremented: E.g. AA becomes AB.
Note:
•The production code number might not always be
mentioned.
In case of an important modification, the last figure of the
factory code number (point number) is increased by one: E.g.
8502.1 becomes 8502.2
GB 12VR1203.
3.Direction for use
Direction for use
RT111
RT116
RT112
RT114
RT121
RT123
RT128
Remote control
Direction for use
GB 13VR1203.
SMART
STANDBY/ON m
CLEAR (CL)
SELECT
CHILD LOCK
MONITOR
TURBO TIMER
TIMER k
MENU
;Pq
rP=
PLAY G
SMART: To adjust the picture setting during playback
Switch off : To switch off set, interruptmenu function, interrupt a programmed recording
(TIMER)
Delete : To delete last entry/Clear programmed recording(TIMER)
Select: To select a function
Child Lock : To switch child lock on/off
TV monitor : To switch between TV reception and VCRplayback
0-9
Number buttons:0-9
TurboTimerAufnahmen programmieren mit der Funktion TurboTimer
TIMER: To make a manual TIMER programming or to alteror clear a programmed TIMER
Menu : To call up or end main menu
OK
Store/Confirm: To store or confirm entry
Q
Select: Cursor left
P
Select: Cursor right
Select: To select a programme number
Select: To select a programme number
Playback : To play a recorded cassette
H
STOP h
I
INDEX E
RECORD n
STILL R
Sq
Sr
TV y
TV m
TV q
TV r
Rewind : During STOP and STANDBY:rewind, during PLAYBACK: reverse scanning
Pause/Stop: To stop the tape, except while a TIMER-recordingis being made
Forward wind: During STOP and STANDBY:forward wind, during PLAYBACK: forward
scanning
Index search: In combination with
H/I
: to search for previous or next recording
on the cassette.
Record: To record the programme selected
Still picture : To stop the tape and show a stillpicture
Additional TV functions
TV volume: TV volume up
TV volume: TV volume down
TV sound off : To switch the sound on or off
Switch off : To switch off the TV
TV Programme number: TV programme number up
TV Programme number: TV programme number down
GB 14VR1203.
Set width 380 mm
Direction for use
VR120
VR402
VR520
VR170
VR570
VR572
VR220
VR420
VR270B
VR270W
VR670B
VR670W
VR620
VR622
VR627
SB140
SB145
SB445
SB645
SB745
+
-
20DV30
45DV30
65DV30
SAT
VR870L
VR870C
C
VR720
Set width 435 mm
Direction for use
GB 15VR1203.
GB 16VR1203.
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Simple programming system for video recorders. Makes programming as easy as makingatelephone call. Simply enter the number code associated with your television programme.
number is located in your favourite television listings magazine.
ShowView is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The ShowV
system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
So that you can identify your machine for service questions or in the event of theft, enter
serial number here. The serial number (PROD.NO.) is printed on the type plate fixed at
back of the device.
Direction for use
MODEL NO.VR720/58
PROD. NO...................
Special functions of your new video
recorder
Introduction
1
Your PHILIPS video recorder is not just for recording and playing back VHS cassettes. It also
a whole range of special functions which will make the day-to-day use of your new v
recorder much easier.
Philips has developed a system which produces the best possible playback quality. For old
often-used video cassettes, this system reduces interference. For new or high quality cassette
emphasises the details.
This function allows you to save the playback settings that suit you best. Select your own personalsettings for this type of film you are currently watching.
When you connect your video recorder to your television and plug it into the wall socket,
will be welcomed with a screen menu. All you have to do is follow the instructions in
'intelligent help line' for the next step. Enjoy the automatic TV channel search/save function
the automatic time setting.
You can operate the main functions on your television using your video recorder remote control,even if your television is not a Philips.
This function automatically transfers all the television channel settings onto your video record
Recordings made on your video recorder can be controlled by an external satellite receiver.
Your video recorder can ascertain which channel is currently playing on your television
record from it at the touch of a button.
The precision tape drive from Philips provides short rewind times and automatic tape length
recognition.
Direction for use
Connecting the video recorder
Preparing the remote control for
operation
The remote control and its batteries are packed separately in the original video recorder
packaging. You must install the batteries in the remote control before use - described in the
following section.
1Take the remote control and the enclosed batteries (2 batteries).
2Open the remote control's battery compartment and place the
batteries in it as shown in the picture and close the battery
compartment.
The remote control is now ready to use. Its range is approximately 5 meters.
Connecting your video recorder to the TV
set
The necessary cable connections must be made before you can record or playback TV
programmes using your video recorder.
We recommend that you use a scart cable to connect your TV set and video recorder.
What is a scart cable?
The scart or Euro AV cable serves as the universal connector for picture,
sound and control signals. With this type of connection, there is practically no
loss of quality during the picture or sound transfer.
When you install your video recorder for the first time, select one of the following options:
'Connecting with a scart cable'
If your TV set has a scart socket and you are using a scart cable.
'Connecting without a scart cable'
If you do not wish to use a scart cable.
The symbols on your video recorder
display
These symbols can light up on your video recorder display:
This is where the current operating mode is shown as a symbol.LPWhen you have switched on the LP (Long Play) function or when you
play a tape that has been recorded in LP (Long Play).
When you have switched on the child lock.
When a satellite recording has been programmed.
DEC
When a decoder has been allocatedto the TV channel (currently
selected programme number on the video recorder) you have currently
selected on the video recorder.
When you play a cassette that has been recorded with hifi sound, or
when a hifi sound is transmitted.
When you are making a recording.kWhen you have programmed a recording or when a programmed
recording is being made.DWhen you are programming daily recordings.WWhen you are programming weekly recordings.
When you have put a cassette in the video recorder.
DATE
When the date of the programmed recording is shown.
START
When the start time of the programmed recording is shown.
PROG.
When the programme number of the programmed recording is shown.
END
When the end time of the programmed recording is shown.
VPS/PDC
Video Programming System / Programme Delivery Control: when a VPS
or PDC code is being transmitted.
Display of programme number of the TV channel / tape position /
channel name / function.
Tape position in seconds.
GB 17VR1203.
GB 18VR1203.
aMy screen is empty
b Many TV sets are switched to the programme number for the scart socket
by way of a control signal sent through the scart cable.
number, manually change to the corresponding programme number on your
TV set (see your TV's operating instructions).
b If the TV set does not automatically switch to the scart socket programme
Direction for use
set. Insert it into the socket 2 at the back of the video recorder.
back of the video recorder and the other end into the aerial input
socket at the back of the TV set.
4 at the back of the video recorder and the other end into the wall
socket.
Which programme number is used for video recorder operation?
video playback on your TV set (see your TV's operating instructions).
To ensure the stability of the television picture during cassette playback
(prevention of waves or streaks), special programme numbers have been set
aside on the TV for the use of video recorders. This is usually the highest
possible programme number, e.g. '12', '16', '99' or even programme number
'0'. For more information, please see your TV's operating instructions.
CONGRATULATIONS
YOU NOW OWN A NEW
PHILIPS
VIDEO RECORDER
Then, read the paragraph 'Initial installation' in the chapter 'Installing your video recorder'.
CONTINUEpOK
Connecting without a scart cable
Have the following cables ready:
an aerial cable (1, supplied), a mains cable (2, supplied).
1Switch off your TV set.
2Remove the aerial cable plug from the aerial input socket of the TV
3Insert one end of the supplied aerial cable into the socket 3 at the
4Insert one end of the supplied mains cable into the mains socket
5Switch on your TV set and select the programme number used for
Connecting with a scart cable
Have the following cables ready:
socket 2 at the back of the video recorder.
an aerial cable (1, supplied), a mains cable (2, supplied), a scart cable (3).
1Remove the aerial cable plug from your TV set. Insert it into the
socket at the back of the TV set.
back of the video recorder and the other end into the aerial input
2Insert one end of the supplied aerial cable into the socket 3 at the
3Plug one end of a scart cable into the scart socket EXT.1 AV 1 at
scart socket on your TV set (see your TV's operating instructions).
the back of the video recorder and the other end into the suitable
My TV set has several scart sockets. Which one should I use?
4Switch on the TV set.
5Insert one end of the supplied mains cable into the mains socket
4 at the back of the video recorder and the other end into the wall
socket.
'0', 'AV', you will see the following picture:
switched to the programme number for the scart socket, e.g. 'EXT',
6If the connection was properly made and your TV was automatically
Select 'TV' as a connection source of this scart socket.
video input.
My TV offers me a selection menu for the scart socket.
Select that scart socket which is suited for the video output as well as for the
Direction for use
Installing your video recording
Initial installation
This chapter shows you how to start the initial installation. The video recorder automatically
seeks out and stores all available TV channels.
'Aim' correctly
In the following sections, you require the remote control for the first time.
When using, always aim the front of the remote control at the video recorder
and not at the TV set.
Connecting additional devices
After you have connected additional devices (satellite receiver, etc.) through
the aerial cable, switch them on. The automatic channel search will recognise
them and save them.
1Confirm the image on the TV screen by pressing the OK button on
the remote control.
2Select the desired language for the on-screen menu by pressing
P r= or ;qP .
What is an onscreen menu?
The multi-language on-screen menu takes the mystery out of using your new
video recorder. All settings and/or functions are displayed on your TV screen
in the corresponding language.
3Confirm with OK .
4Select the country of your residence with P r= or ;qP .
If your country does not appear, select 'OTHERS'.
Confirm with OK .
aThe video recorder does not find any TV channels during the
search
b Select channel 1 on the TV set. Can you see the saved TV channel on the
TV set?
If not, check the cable connection of the aerial (aerial socket), video
recorder, TV set.
b Please have patience.
The video recorder searches the entire frequency range in order to find
and save the largest possible number of TV channels. It is possible that the
TV channels in your country are broadcast in a higher frequency range. As
soon as this range is reached during the search, the video recorder will find
the TV channels.
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5When the automatic TV channel search is complete, 'STORED' will
briefly appear on the TV screen.
'YEAR', 'MONTH', 'DATE', 'TIME' will appear on the TV screen.
6Check the year in line 'YEAR'. If required, please change the year with
the number buttons 0-9 on the remote control.
6Select this programme number and manually start the TV's channel
search as if you wanted to save a new TV channel until the 'test
image' appears.
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aI do not see a 'test screen'
b Check the cable connections.
b The video recorder 'transmits' on the 591MHz frequency (channel 36)
Repeat the channel search on your TV set.
7Save this programme number setting on your TV set for video
recorder operation.
Programme number for video recorder operation
You have now saved a programme number for use by your video recorder as
you would a regular TV channel. This programme number must now be used
in future for video recorder playback ('video recorder' TV channel).
You can find more details in chapter 'Initial Installation'.
Connecting additional devices
You can connect additional devices such as decoders, satellite receivers, camcorders, etc. to the
socket EXT.2 AV 2 .
Two audio sockets AUDO OUT L R are located on the back of the video recorder (audio
signal output left/right). These can be used to connect stereo systems.
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on the screen to select 'OFF' (Decoder switched off).
P
How can I switch off the decoder?
SEARCH' and confirm with OK .
Use the button
the video recorder.
The main menu will appear.
OK .
want to use for the TV channel, e.g. 'P01'.
4Use the buttons ;qP or P r= to select the line 'MANUAL
5Use the buttons P r= or ;qP to select the line 'DECODER'.
MANUAL SEARCH
6Use the buttons Q or P to select 'ON' (Decoder switched on).
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7Confirm with OK .
8End with the button MENU .
The decoder has now been allocated to this TV channel.
If this TV channel is chosen, the symbol 'DEC' will appear in the video recorder display.
Manual TV channel search
In some cases it could occur that all of the TV channels were not found and saved during
initial installation. In this case, the missing or coded TV channels must be searched for
stored manually.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
2Press MENU on the remote control.
3Select line 'MANUAL SEARCH' using P r= or ;qP and confirm with
5Using Q or P , select the desired programme number that you
4Select line 'PROGRAMME NUMBER' using P r= or ;qP .
6In line 'S-CHANNEL', select the desired display using P .
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no sound at all, it is possible that the incorrect TV system was saved for
this TV channel. In the chapter 'Manual TV channel search' you will find the
information on how to change the TV system.
aSound disruptions can occur on several TV channels
Satellite receiver
If you are connecting a satellite receiver, please read the section 'Using the
satellite receiver'.
Decoder
If you are connecting a decoder, you must install it as described in the next
briefly flash in the video recorder display.
correct.
8Check if the displayed settings for 'MONTH', 'DATE' and 'TIME' are
7Select the next line with ;qP or P r= .
9When all information is correct, save by pressing OK .'STORED' will
The initial installation is now complete.
section.
b If sound disruptions should occur for several saved TV channels or there is
Decoder allocation
Some TV channels transmit encoded TV signals which can only be viewed with a commerc
purchased or hired decoder without disturbances. You can connect such a deco
(descrambler) to this video recorder. The following function will automatically activate
connected decoder for the desired TV channel.
video recorder operation.
1Switch the TV on. If applicable, select the programme number for the
buttons 0-9 on the remote control to select the TV channel which
2Use the buttons ;qP , P r= on the video recorder or the number
appear.
you would like to allocate the decoder to.
3Press the button MENU on the remote control. The main menu will
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Using the satellite receiver
TV channels from a satellite receiver (connected to the scart socket EXT.2 AV 2 ) are received
on the video recorder on programme number 'E2'.
To do this, select programme number 'E1' with 0 on the remote control and then select
programme number 'E2' with P r= .
You should select the TV channels to be received by the satellite receiver directly on the
receiver itself.
Sorting TV channels automatically
(Follow TV)
When the automatic channel search function is activated, the TV channels are saved in a specific
order. This may vary from the order of TV channels on the TV set.
This function changes the order of TV channels saved in the video recorder to match that of the
TV set.
This only works if the video recorder (socket EXT.1 AV 1 ) and the TV set are connected
with a scart cable.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press the MENU button on the remote control. The main menu will
appear.
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3Select line 'FOLLOW TV' using P r= or ;qP and confirm with
OK .
4Press the OK button. 'TV01' will appear in the video recorder display.
TV01
5Select programme number '1' on the TV set.
What is hidden behind the settings?
'NO': Display/Entry of channels
'YES': Display/Entry of special channels
What is a special channel?
TV channels are transmitted in certain pre-defined frequency ranges. These
ranges are divided into channels. A specific frequency/channel is assigned to
each TV station. Certain frequency ranges are specified as special channels
(hyperband channels).
7In line 'CHANNEL NUMBER', enter the channel of the desired TV
station using the number buttons 0-9 .
aI don't know the channels for my TV stations
b In this case, press
P
in line 'CHANNEL NUMBER' to start the automatic
channel search. A changing channel number will appear on the TV screen.
Continue the automatic search until you have found the desired TV
channel.
What is NICAM?
NICAM is a digital sound transmission system. Using NICAM, you can
transmit either 1 stereo channel or 2 separate mono channels. However, if
you experience poor reception resulting in sound disruptions, you can turn off
NICAM.
In line 'NICAM', select 'OFF' using
Q
or
P
.
How can I change the TV transmission system of the TV channel?
In line 'TV SYSTEM', select the corresponding TV system using
Q
or
P
until the picture/sound disruptions are minimised.
8Save the TV channel with OK .'STORED' will briefly appear on the
TV screen.
9To search for other TV channels, begin again at step
3
.
0To end, press MENU .
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Automatic TV channel search
During installation, all available TV channels are searched for and saved. If the cha
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assignments of your cable or satellite TV provider change or if you are reinstalling the v
recorder, e.g. after moving house, you can start this procedure again. This will replace theTVchannels already saved with the new ones.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press the MENU button on the remote control. The main menu will
appear.
If your country doesn't appear, select 'OTHERS'.
4Press OK .
3Select line 'AUTO TUNING' using P r= or ;qP .
6Press OK .
5Select the country of your residence with ;qP or P r= .
7The automatic TV channel search starts. This allows the video
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recorder to save all available TV channels. This procedure may take
several minutes.
8When the TV channel search is complete, 'STORED' will briefly appear
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MONITOR . But this only works when you use a scart cable to connect the video recorde
You can switch back and forth between the TV picture and video recorder picture
your TV set and your TV set responds to this switch-over.
until you have assigned a programme number
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receiving a video signal from the TV set.
for video signals.
disconnect these devices. Because of other connected devices, the TV set
could switch to the programme number of the scart socket.
aI cannot switch my TV set to programme number '1'
b If you have connected additional devices to socket
6Confirm with OK on the video recorder remote control. The video
recorder compares the TV channels on the TV set and the video
recorder.
If the video recorder finds the same TV channel as on the TV set,
then it stores it at 'P01'.
a'NOTV' will appear in the display. The video recorder is not
b Check the plug on the scart cable.
b Check your TV's operating instructions to see which scart socket is used
Please read the section 'Sorting TV channels manually'.
b If this does not help, it's not possible to use this function.
7Wait until the next number, e.g. 'TV02' appears in the display.
Deleting sorting
You can delete an incorrect TV channel sorting by pressing
to all TV channels.
8Select the next programme number on the TV set, e.g. '2'.
9Confirm with OK on the video recorder remote control.
0Repeat steps
ATo end, press MENU .
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aThe main menu will appear on the screen
b After you have confirmed the last channel that can be sorted, you will
automatically return to the main menu since no more TV channels can be
assigned.
0To assign other TV channels to a programme number, repeat steps
7
to
9
.
AConfirm the assignment of the TV channel with MENU .
BTo exit the main menu, press MENU .
Setting onscreen menu language
You have the option of setting one of the displayed languages for the on-screen menu (OSD).
However, the video recorder display will only display English text regardless of this setting.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
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3Select line 'LANGUAGE' and confirm with OK .
4Select the desired language with P r= or ;qP and confirm with
OK .
'STORED' will appear briefly on the screen.
5To end, press MENU .
Sorting and clearing TV channels manually
After you have performed the automatic channel search you may not agree with the sequence in
which the individual TV channels have been allocated to the programme positions (programme
numbers) of the video recorder. You can use this function to individually sort the TV channels
already saved or to delete unwanted TV channels or those with poor reception.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
3Select line 'TV CHANNEL ALLOC.' using P r= or ;qP .
4Confirm with OK .
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5Using Q or P , select the saved TV channel that you want to
assign to the programme number 'P01'.
6Confirm with OK . The following message will briefly appear on the
TV screen: 'ALLOCATED ON P01'.
7Then the sorting for the next highest programme number will appear
on the screen, e.g. 'ALLOCATE ON P02'.
8Using Q or P , select the saved TV channel that you want to
assign to this programme number, e.g. 'P02'.
Deleting TV channels
Using
CLEAR (CL)
you can delete unwanted TV channels or those with
poor reception.
9Confirm with OK . The following message will briefly appear on the
TV screen: 'STORED'.
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You can switch on the video recorder with the STANDBY/ON m button, the number button
If the video recorder is not used for several minutes, it switches itself off automatically. Thisfunction can be deactivated (e.g. if you want to use the video recorder as a TV receiver). For moreinformation, please read the section 'Automatic switch-off' in chapter 'Additional functions'.
If you have switched the video recorder off with STANDBY/ON m , the time will show in thedisplay, e.g. '18:00'.
If the clock has not been set, '--:--' will appear.
When the video recorder is switched off and the time isn't shown in the video recorder display,the clock display may be switched off. You will find more information in the chapter 'Additionalfunctions' section 'Switch off the clock display'.
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The video recorder should always be connected to the mains so as not to affect the use of the TVor programmed recordings.
Your video recorder uses less than 4W (with clock display switched off).
Channel information remains saved for up to 1 year, the time and timer information is saved for upto 3 hours.
The video recorder and the remote control have the option of an 'Emergency exit'. You can usethe STANDBY/ON m button to interrupt any function or step during use.
You can operate your device without worry. There is no risk whatsoever of damaging the vide
recorder by performing user steps incorrectly.
Navigation in the screen menu
You can check/change many functions and settings of your video recorder via the screen m
The individual functions are selected as follows:
Call up the menu: with MENU .
To select: with P r= or ;qP .
To cancel: with STANDBY/ON m .
To enter or change your selection: with the number buttons 0-9 or with Q or P .
To end: with MENU .
To save or confirm: with OK .
Important notes for operation
Switching on
Setting the time and date
If the display shows an incorrect time or '--:--', the time and date must be reset manually.
If a TV channel which transmits TXT/PDC (teletext/PDC) is stored under programme num
Automatic switchoff
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
'P01', time/date will automatically be taken from the TXT/PDC information. (SMART CLOCK
Time in the display
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
Energy consumption
Power outage/no
power
the number buttons 0-9 on the remote control.
3Select line 'CLOCK' using P r= or ;qP and confirm with OK .
4Check the year in line 'YEAR'. If required, please change the year with
Emergency exit
5Select the next line with ;qP or P r= .
6Check 'MONTH', 'DATE' and 'TIME' in the same way.
aTime/date is displayed incorrectly despite manual setting
'P01' and automatically corrected.
b With Smart Clock, time/date is transferred from the TV channel saved on
or
Q
Switch off Smart Clock. In line 'SMART CLOCK', select 'OFF' using
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You can switch on 'SMART CLOCK' again when you select 'ON'.
'STORED' will appear briefly on the screen.
7Check the displayed settings and confirm with OK .
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Why must I note the cassette number?
When searching for available recordings, you will need to insert the
corresponding cassettes (cassette numbers).
How many cassettes can I save in the Tape List?
You can store up to 9 cassettes. You can store a maximum number of 50
titles in the Tape Manager.
Editing recording titles
In the Tape List, all recordings longer than 10 minutes are displayed with cassette number,
recording title and length of recording. The TV channel, time and date are saved as a title. The
title of this recording can only be changed after the recording has been completed.
To do this, the corresponding cassette does not have to be in the video recorder. In the
following, you will read how to customise the titles to your wishes.
1Press TAPE LIST on the remote control. An overview of all saved
titles/cassettes from the Tape List appears on the screen.
aI can see the message 'TAPE LIST- MEMORY EMPTY'
b There are no recordings saved in the Tape List. Therefore, it is not
possible to add or change a title.
2Using ;qP or P r= select the title to be edited and confirm with
P .
3Using P or Q select the position where the letter/number/symbol
is to be changed or re-entered.
4Change the desired symbol using ;qP or P r= .
Deleting symbols
To delete a symbol of a recording title, press
CLEAR (CL)
at the
corresponding symbol position.
5Repeat step
3
and step
4
until you have made the desired changes.
6Save the new title with OK .
7If you want to change more titles, repeat step
3
through step
7
.
8To end, press TAPE LIST .
Tape List
General information
The 'Tape List is an integrated database in the video recorder that remembers all recordings
made by this video recorder. The Tape List helps you keep track of which film is on which
cassette. The 'Tape List' also gives you quick and easy access to recordings.
And: If desired, the video recorder will rewind to the beginning of the selected recording and
automatically start playback.
Can I add cassettes that already have recordings on them to the
Tape List?
Yes. Tape List can manage a maximum of 9 cassettes. However, there must be
recordings on the cassettes in order to copy them to the Tape List database.
Adding a cassette to the Tape List
You can add any cassette to the 'Tape List'. Please note that the process for adding cassettes
that already have recordings on them lasts longer than with new (blank) cassettes.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Label the cassette to be inserted with a number from 1 to 9.
3Insert the cassette into the video recorder.
4'TAPE' will appear in the display.
5Enter the cassette number using the 0-9 number buttons on the
remote control.
The video recorder will briefly check the cassette inserted.
'CHECKING CASSETTE' appears on the TV screen.
If the cassette is new (blank), no information will appear on the
screen.
aI see a cassette number and an overview of all recordings on this
cassette
b You have selected a number which has already been included in the Tape
Manager and contains a recording.
On the screen after 'CHECKING CASSETTE' I see the message ''
There are already recordings on the cassette. This cassette is searched for
recordings and added to the Tape List.
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continues to be improved. Super VHS (S-VHS) provides a sharper picture and
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less noise. Digital VHS (D-VHS) only works with digital picture and sound
signals. Your video recorder can only record and play standard VHS cassettes.
The cassette is inserted automatically. ' v ' will appear on the display.
aI see 'TAPE' in the display
b The video recorder is waiting for you to enter a cassette number from the
'Tape List'. You can find more information on the Tape List in the chapter
'Tape List'.
This will, for example, appear in the display:
aPicture/ sound quality is poor
possible to completely filter out picture and sound interference. This is not
a fault in your machine.
Please read the section 'Selecting the picture settings (SMART PICTURE)',
or the chapter 'Eliminating picture interference'.
picture/sound interference occurs, attempt to fix the problem by manually
switching the TV system. In that case, turn to chapter 'Additional functions'
b When playing rental videos or older, poorer quality cassettes, it may not be
section 'Switching the video (color) system'.
b During playback the automatic TV system will switch-over automatically. If
STOP/EJECT ? on the video recorder.
recorder when the video recorder stops the playback (STOP).
To eject a cassette, you can also use EJECT J on the remote
control.
Playing cassettes
Playback
You can use this video recorder to play back recorded VHS video cassettes. You can ope
the video recorder using the remote control or the buttons on the front of the video record
1Put a cassette into the cassette slot.
2Press the Play button PLAY G to view the tape.
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4To eject the cassette, press STOP/EJECT ? on the video
Searching for a title in the Tape List
This function can be used to quickly and easily find and play back a recording saved in the T
List. The video recorder automatically rewinds to the beginning of the selected recording
automatically starts playback.
1Press TAPE LIST on the remote control.
2An overview of all recordings saved in Tape List appears on the
screen.
What do the displays on the screen mean?
'CASS.' = Cassette number
'TITLE' = Title (TV channel, time, date)
'LENGTH' = Length of the recording
displayed cassette number. Please insert the corresponding cassette. After a
brief check, the video recorder will rewind to the beginning of the selected
recording and start playback.
aI see the message 'INSERT CASSETTE X' on the screen.
b The selected recording is located on the Tape List cassette with the
3Select the title that you want to play back with P r= or ;qP .
aI want to cancel the search
b If you want to cancel the search, press
selected recording and automatically starts playback.
4Confirm with OK . The video recorder winds to the start of the
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aThe counter does not move
b This occurs when there are no recordings on a portion of a tape.
Therefore, the video recorder cannot receive any information from the
tape. This is not a fault in your machine.
aThe display/the screen shows '-0:01:20'
b If you rewind a cassette from the tape position '0:00:00', the counter will
show for instance, '-0:01:20' (the cassette will be rewound to 1 minute
and 20 seconds before '0:00:00').
a':' is displayed in the 'REMAIN' counter
b This counter will automatically recognise the length of the tape. In addition,
when you put in a cassette the video recorder must first calculate the time
played. Therefore, '-:--' appears first and only after the tape has been
running for a few seconds will the correct playing time be shown.
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1While a cassette is playing, press H (reverse) or I (forward) one
or more times. This will, for example, appear in the display:
2To stop at a certain place on the tape, press PLAY G .
Decreased picture quality
Scanning interferes with the picture quality. The sound is switched off. This is
not a fault in your machine.
Still picture / slow motion
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1During playback, press STILL R to stop the tape and display a still
picture. This will, for example, appear in the display:
2Each time you press STILL R , the picture will advance one frame.
3When you hold down the STILL R button, the tape will be played
in slow motion.
4When you press I several times, you have a choice of several
playback speeds for slow motion.
5To continue playback, press PLAY G .
Automatic switchoff of special functions
Many functions (e.g. pause, still picture, search) switch themselves off
automatically after a short time in order to protect the cassette and to save
energy.
Do I need to change the playback speed when playing back LP
recordings?
For playback, the correct recording speed 'SP' will automatically be selected.
For more information, please read the section 'Selecting the recording speed
(SP/LP)' in the chapter 'Manual recording'.
Playing back NTSC cassettes
Cassettes that have been recorded in the NTSC standard (for example, American cassettes) can
be played back using this video recorder. However, this only works on PAL-television sets which
are suitable for a picture frequency of 60Hz.
When you play an NTSC cassette '60HZ' will appear on the display.
Some special features (for example, still picture) are not possible while you are playing an NTSC
cassette.
Displaying current tape position
The display shows the tape position in hours, minutes and seconds. In addition, by pressing
OK you can show the present tape position on the TV screen.
The following information is displayed on the screen:
e.g.: 0:02:45 Shows the tape position in hours, minutes and seconds.
Moving/blinking arrow: This indicates the current tape position. The arrow moves in a line from
left (tape start) to right (tape end).
'REMAIN 0:06': will show the actual amount of playing/recording time left on the tape in hours
and minutes.
When you play an NTSC cassette, the video recorder will not show 'REMAIN 0:06'.
How can I set the counter to '0:00:00'?
You can set the counter to '0:00:00' using
CLEAR (CL)
.
When you put a cassette in the machine, the counter will automatically reset
to 0:00:00'.
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Automatic search for a blank space on the
tape
You can search for space on the tape (at least 1 minute of blank tape) for a new recording
example, after an existing recording on the tape.
appear in the display:
1Press INDEX E . Then press STOP h . This will, for example,
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aThe cassette is ejected
b The video recorder was unable to find any blank space on the tape
it automatically switches to pause.
2As soon as the video recorder finds the corresponding tape position,
Selecting picture settings (SMART
PICTURE)
Using SMART * , you can display and set many stored picture settings for playback.
What types of picture settings are available to me?
'SOFT': Suppression of interference (when using rental cassettes)
'SHARP': Increase in sharpness (e.g. for animated films)
picture setting.
1During playback, press SMART * . This will show the current
Press the SMART * button several times to select the
corresponding picture setting.
the selected picture setting will be saved.
2If the SMART * button is not been pressed after a few seconds,
3These picture settings will not change until you eject the cassette.
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picture (forward wind and rewind)
in the display:
2Press H (reverse) or I (forward). This will, for example, appear
3To stop at a certain place on the tape, press STOP h .
1Stop the tape with STOP h .
Instant View
With this function you can switch to picture search during wind and rewind.
1If you hold H (rewind) or I (wind) during wind or rewind, you
will switch to picture search.
2As soon as you release the button, the video recorder will
automatically switch back to rewind or wind.
Automatic search for a tape position
(index search)
Every time a tape is recorded an index marking is written on the tape. This marking canbecompared with a bookmark. These marked positions can be found again quickly and easily l
by pressing a button.
1To search for the previous marking, press INDEX E and then H .
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2For the next marking, press INDEX E and then I . This will, for
switches to playback.
3As soon as the video recorder finds this marking, it automatically
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Manual recording
General information
Use 'Manual Recording' to make a spontaneous recording (for example, a programme currently
being shown).
If you want to start and stop a recording manually, read the section 'Recording without
automatic switchoff'.
If you want to start a recording manually but have it stopped automatically, read the section
'Recording with automatic switchoff'. (e.g. not to record to the end of the tape)
Read the section 'Direct record' if you want to record a programme currently being shown.
Read the section 'Automatic recording from a satellite receiver', if you want a recording to
be controlled automaticallyby a satellite receiver.
Recording without automatic switchoff
1Insert a cassette.
Using 'Tape List'
To save a recording in the 'Tape List' or to use a 'Tape List' cassette, enter
the cassette number using the number buttons
0-9
on the remote control.
The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape
List' in the chapter 'Tape List'.
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2Use ;qP or P r= to select the programme number you want to
record, for example, 'P01'. This will appear on the display:
Station name
If a TV station transmits a station name, it will be shown in the display.
Programme numbers 'E1''E2'
This programme number is provided for recording from external sources (via
the scart socket
EXT.1 AV 1
,
EXT.2 AV 2
).
Programme number 'E3'
This programme number is used for recording from the audio and video front
sockets.
BBC1
3To start recording, press RECORD/OTR n on the remote control
or RECORD n on the video recorder. This will, for example, appear
in the display:
Displaying tape position
Using
OK
you can show the tape position in the display.
Eliminating picture interference
Optimising tracking
This video recorder has an automatic tracking function. In order for the video heads to optimally
read the video track of the newly inserted video cassette, the tape speed is slightly corrected
automatically.
In some cases however, interference will still occur.
The following section will explain how to manually adjust the tracking settings.
1While a cassette is playing, hold ;qP until 'TRAC' (TRACking)
appears in the display.
2Hold down the buttons ;qP or P r= until the playback quality is
at its best.
3Wait a few seconds, until 'TRAC' disappears from the display.
These selected picture settings will not change until you eject the cassette.
Optimising still picture
If the still picture vibrates vertically, you can improve the still picture as follows:
1During still picture, hold ;qP or P r= until the picture quality is at
its best.
'JITT' will appear in the display.
2When you release the button, 'JITT' will disappear.
The video recorder will store these settings automatically.
aI cannot reach optimal quality for the still picture
b Interference which cannot be alleviated by this function can occur in
cassettes of poor quality or camcorder cassettes .
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remote control.
new recording is to go. 9 ' will appear on the display.
the video recorder.
recorded on a 4 hour cassette (E240) with a somewhat reduced picture
quality.
'AUTO': AUTOmatic Long Play. If there is not enough space on the tape to
record a programmed recording in standard speed, the recording will
automatically be made in 'LP' (Longplay). Otherwise, the recording speed will
quality.
'LP': LongPlay (half recording speed, double recording time). 8 hours can be
'SP': StandardPlay (normal recording speed) offers the usual first-class picture
OK .
'SP'/'LP' AUTO'
be 'SP' (Standardplay).
Lining up recordings (assemble cut)
Selecting the recording speed (SP or LP)
1Find the tape position of the old recording where you want to insert
2Look at the last minute of the old recording (playback).
When you add a further recording to a cassette, which already has a recording on it, a s
blank (flicker) can appear between the old and the new recording or the picture itself can flic
To help reduce these from occurring, proceed as follows:
3Press STOP h on the remote control at the tape position where the
on the remote control.
0-9
5Stop recording with STOP h .
4Now start recording as usual by pressing RECORD/OTR n on the
You can reduce the recording speed by half. This makes it possible to record, for exam
eight-hours instead of four-hours on an 'E240' (four-hour) cassette.
For playback, the correct recording speed will automatically be selected.
while the display shows the
CLEAR (CL)
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
3Select line 'RECORD SPEED' using P r= or ;qP and confirm with
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
4Select the required recording speed with Q or P .
Using 'Tape List'
To save a recording in the 'Tape List' or to use a 'Tape List' cassette, enter
the cassette number using the number buttons
The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape
List' in the chapter 'Tape List'.
record.
Recording with automatic switchoff (OTR
4Stop recording with STOP h .
OneTouchRecording)
1Insert a cassette.
2Use ;qP or P r= to select the programme number you want to
3Press RECORD/OTR n on the remote control.
How can I clear the recording time just setted?
To delete an entry, press
the recording time.
4Each time you press RECORD/OTR n you will add 30 minutes to
recording time.
Preventing accidental erasing of cassettes
All cassettes (except for rental and store cassettes) have a security tab on the back of
cassette (see arrow).
To prevent recording over important recordings (erasing), you can remove this security taborslide it to the left.
If you later decide to record on a protected cassette, simply cover the hole with adhesive
or slide the tab to the right.
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The video recorder is now ready to record. The beginning and end of the recording is
controlled via scart socket EXT.2 AV 2 .
When this function is switched on, ' x ' will appear on the video recorder display.
'Direct Record'
Can you record the right TV channel in seconds when the video recorder is switched off? No
problem. If recording is started manually, the switchedoff video recorder uses the current TV
channel setted on the TV set.
You will find more information on how to switch 'Direct record' on or off in the next section
'Direct record'.
How does Direct Record work?
The video recorder compares the TV channel selected on the TV set with its
stored TV channels via the scart cable. If the same TV channel is found, it
switches the video recorder to the corresponding programme number and
starts recording.
Please do not change the TV channel on the TV set during the search so as
not to affect the process.
1On the TV set, select the programme number you want make the
recording from.
2Press RECORD/OTR n with the video recorder switched off.
aA 'search symbol' appears in the display (a moving symbol)
b The video recorder is comparing its saved TV channels with those of the
TV set. Please do not change the TV channel on the TV set as long as the
'search symbol' (a moving symbol) is being displayed.
a'NOTV' appears in the display
b This TV channel could not be found in the video recorder's memory.
Check that all TV channels saved on the TV set are available in the video
recorder. If required, save any missing channels. Please read the section
'Manual TV channel search'.
3Stop recording with STOP h .
5Confirm with OK .
6To end, press MENU .
Automatic controlled recording from a
satellite receiver (RECORD LINK)
This function automatically starts recording on the switched-off video recorder when a video
signal is recognised through the connected scart cable. If your satellite receiver has a
programming function, the recording will start automatically (as long as the satellite receiver is
switched on).
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
3Select line 'SPECIAL SETTINGS' using P r= or ;qP and confirm
with OK .
SPECIAL SETTINGS
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4Select line 'RECORD LINK' using P r= or ;qP .
5Select function 'ON' with Q or P .
Switching off 'Record Link'
To switch off the function, select 'OFF'.
6Confirm with OK .
7To end, press MENU .
8Insert a cassette.
9Use a scart cable to connect scart socket EXT.2 AV 2 on the video
recorder to the corresponding scart socket on the satellite receiver.
0Programme the satellite receiver with the required information
(programme number of the TV channel, start time, end time).
If necessary, please see the operating instructions for your satellite
receiver.
ASwitch off the video recorder with STANDBY/ON m .
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window on the bottom of the satellite control protrudes beyond the
edge of the Set Top Box.
This allows the control signal (IR signal) to be transmitted and
received by the Set Top Box without interference.
Set Top Box.
have chosen for video playback.
main menu is displayed.
A list of all available IR-code numbers is printed in the back of this
section.
confirm with OK .
using the number buttons 0-9 on the remote control.
automatically switch to programme number 12.
This auxiliary device allows you to change the TV channels (programme numbers) of a conne
digital satellite receiver (Set Top Box) via the video recorder. This is necessary to programmerecordings which can only be made via a Set Top Box. A list of controllable Set Top Boxe
IR satellite control
printed at the end of this section.
Connecting the satellite control
1Connect the satellite control to the socket IR SAT on the back of
2Position the satellite control on the Set Top Box so that the signal
Preparing the satellite control
1Switch on the Set Top Box and select programme number 1 on your
2Switch on your TV set and select the programme number that you
3Press the MENU button on the video recorder remote control. The
4Select the line 'SPECIAL SETTINGS' with P r= or ;qP and
5Select line 'SAT. IR-CODE NR.' with P r= or ;qP .
SPECIAL SETTINGS
6Enter the IR-code number that corresponds to your Set Top Box,
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7After you have entered the last number, the Set Top Box will
REPEAT PLAYOFF
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Switching 'Direct Record' on or off
the video recorder.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
with OK .
3Select line 'SPECIAL SETTINGS' using P r= or ;qP and confirm
(Direct Record on) using Q or P .
4In line 'DIRECT RECORD', select 'OFF' (Direct Record off) or 'ON'
SPECIAL SETTINGS
5Confirm with OK .
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CLOCK DISPLAYOFF
7Switch off with STANDBY/ON m .
6To end, press MENU .
REPEAT PLAYOFF
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Programming a recording (TIMER)
General information
Use programmed recording to automatically start and stop a recording at a later date. The video
recorder will switch to the right programme number and begin recording at the correct time.
With this video recorder, you can pre-programme up to six recordings within a period of one
month.
To make a programmed recording, your video recorder needs to know:
* the date you want to make the recording
* the programme number of the TV channel
* the start and stop time of the recording
* VPS or PDC on or off
This information is saved in a 'TIMER block'.
What is 'VPS/PDC'?
'VPS' (Video Programming System)/ 'PDC' (Programme Delivery Control) are
used to control the start and duration of TV channel recordings. If a TV
programme starts earlier or ends later than was scheduled, the video recorder
will then turn on and off and the correct time.
What do I need to know about 'VPS/PDC'?
Usually the start time is the same as the VPS or PDC time. But if your TV
guide gives a VPS or PDC time which is different from the programme's start
time, e.g. '20.15 (VPS/PDC 20.14)', you must enter the VPS/PDC time
'20.14' exact to the minute as the start time.
If you want to programme a time that is different from the VPS or PDC time,
you must switch off VPS or PDC.
Only one TV program of a TV channel can be controlled using 'VPS/PDC' at a
time. If you want to record two or more TV programmes on a TV channel
using 'VPS/PDC', you will need to programme these as two separate
recordings.
aMy Set Top Box does not switch to programme number 12
b Please check that you entered the correct code number. Repeat step 6 .
b Also try other code numbers.
b Please make sure that the IR electronic eye on the Set Top Box is not
blocked.
b You may wish to reposition the SAT mouse (repeat steps 1 and 6 ).
8Confirm the correct code number with OK .
9Affix the satellite control to the Set Top Box using the adhesive strip
on the bottom of the satellite control.
0To end, press the MENU button.
The satellite control has now been successfully installed.
Further information regarding the use of the satellite control for programmed recordings is
included in chapter 'Programming a recording (TIMER)'.
IRCODE table
Set Top BoxProviderCountrycode number
AMSTRAD DRX 100 Sky DigiboxSkyUK3
ASTON Xena 1500Canal+FR13
CANAL+ CanalsatelliteCanal+FR1
ECHOSTAR D-2500-IPFree-to-AirD, FR, UK11
GRUNDIG Digibox GDS200/1SkyUK3
HUMAXF1-AVCIFree-to-AirD, FR, UK2
NOKIA D-BoxPremiere World D5, 15
NOKIA 9200SFree-to-AirFR, UK6
NOKIA 9850TOn DigitalUK3
PACE DTR730-IMOn DigitalUK12
PACE BSKYB 2200SkyUK3
PANASONIC TU-DSB30SkyUK3
PHILIPS DTX 6371On DigitalUK4
SAGEM ISD 3100TPSFR14
SAGEM ISD 3200TPSFR10
TPS ThomsonTPSFR10
TPS SagemTPSFR10
XCOM CDTV 2000TPSFR7
XCOM CDTV 350TPSFR9
The proper function of the satellite control can only be guaranteed for the listed combinations of
Set Top Boxes and providers in the respective countries. Other combinations could influence the
switching of the programme numbers or may not function properly.
Modifications of the technical specifications of the Set Top Boxes can cause the satellite control
to malfunction.
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aThe following message appears on the screen: 'SELECT PROG.
b The programme number of the TV channel has not yet been assigned to
on the remote
0-9
the ShowView number. Using the number buttons
control, select the corresponding programme number (name) of the TV
.
OK
channel and confirm with
NOT VALID'
aThe following message appears on the screen: 'SHOWVIEW NUMBER
b The entered ShowView number is incorrect. Correct your instructions or
.
MENU
end with
b Check the time/date (see chapter 'Installing your video', section 'Setting the
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time and date').
PROGRAMMING NOT POSSIBLE FOR WEEKEND'
only be used for recordings to be made from Monday to Friday.
aThe following message appears on the screen: 'MO-FR
b A daily recording was entered for the wrong day. Daily programming can
time to change the data.
Switching on 'VPS/PDC' in the 'START' input field
switch on
SELECT
again, you will switch
. Using
SELECT
TIMER k
Select the 'START' input field using
'VPS/PDC' off (']' goes out).
'VPS/PDC' (']' lights up). If you press
programming information is stored in a TIMER block.
Using 'Tape List'
To save a recording in the 'Tape List' or to use a 'Tape List' cassette, enter
on the remote control.
0-9
the cassette number using the number buttons
The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape
List' in the chapter 'Tape List'.
The programmed recording will only function when the video
recorder is switched off with STANDBY/ON m .
If any of the TIMER blocks are in use, ' k ' will light up on the video
recorder display.
VPS
TIMER
DATE REP. PROG. START PDC END
21 MO-FR 01 20:00 ] 21:30
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5The decoded data appears after confirmation. You can go back at any
6When all information is displayed correctly, confirm with OK . The
7Insert a cassette with an intact security tab (unprotected).
8Switch off with STANDBY/ON m .
Programming a recording (with
'ShowView')
Thanks to this programming system, you no longer need to do tediously enter the d
programme number, start and end time. All the information needed for programmin
contained in the ShowView-programming number. This 9-digit ShowView number is foun
every TV listings magazine.
the video recorder.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
2Press TIMER k on the remote control.
and can be found next to the start time of the TV programme in your
3Enter the entire ShowView number. This number is up to 9 digits long
TV listings magazine.
e.g. 5-312-4 or 5 312 4
Enter 53124 for the ShowView-number.
If you make a mistake, you can clear your instructions with CLEAR
, select from the following options:
SELECT
'WEEK.': Repeated weekly recordings (every week on the same day)
'ONCE': Recording once
'MO-FR': Repeated daily recordings (Monday to Friday)
Selecting onetime/daily/weekly recordings
(CL) .
Using
4Confirm with OK .
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Programming a recording (without
ShowView)
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press TIMER k on the remote control twice . A free TIMER block
will be highlighted.
3Press TIMER k . The information will appear on the screen.
TIMER
VPS
DATE REP. PROG. START PDC END
21 MO-FR 01 20:00 ] 21:30
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4With TIMER k , P or Q you can select 'DATE' (date), 'PROG.'
(programme number), 'START' (start time) and 'END' (end time).
Enter or change your information with ;qP or P r= , or with the
number buttons 0-9 on the remote control.
Selecting onetime/daily/weekly recordings
In 'DATE' use
SELECT
to select from the following options:
'ONCE': Recording once
'MO-FR': Repeated daily recordings from Monday to Friday
'WEEK.': Repeated weekly recordings (every week on the same day)
Programme numbers of the 'E1' and 'E2' scart socket
You can also programme recordings from external sources via scart socket
EXT.1 AV 1
('E1') or
EXT.2 AV 2
('E2').
'Switching on 'VPS/PDC' in the 'START' input field
Select the 'START' input field using
TIMER k
. Using
SELECT
switch on
'VPS/PDC' (']' lights up). If you press
SELECT
again, you will switch
'VPS/PDC' off (']' goes out).
5When all information is displayed correctly, confirm with OK . The
programming information is stored in a TIMER block.
6Insert a cassette with an intact security tab (unprotected).
Problems and solutions for programmed
recordings
PROBLEMSOLUTION
The video recorder
will not operate
b
While a programmed recording is being made, you cannot operate your video recorder manually.
If you want to cancel the programmed recording, press STANDBY/ON m .
'SWITCH TO
STANDBY- TIMER
RECORDING' flashes on
the TV screen
b
The video recorder was switched on several minutes before the start of a programmed recording.
Switch off the video recorder with STANDBY/ON m . A programmed recording (timer) will
only function if the video recorder is switched off.
Cassette is ejected
during recording
b
The end of the tape was reached during recording.
Error message: 'NO
CASSETTE'
k
' will flash
in the video recorder
display
b
No cassette was inserted. Insert a cassette and switch off the video recorder using
STANDBY/ON m .
Cassette was ejected
as soon as the
OK
button was pressed
b
A cassette was inserted with the security tab removed. Undo the erase protection (chapter
'Manual Recording', section 'Preventing accidental erasing of cassettes') or insert a different
cassette.
Error message: 'ALL
TIMERS OCCUPIED'
b
If this error message appears after pressing TIMER k , then all TIMER blocks are already
programmed. No more recordings can be programmed. If you want to clear a programmed
recording (TIMER block), select it with ;qP or P r= and then press CLEAR (CL) .
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on the remote control.
0-9
, you can change the input for a satellite TV channel.
Programming a recording with 'TURBO
TIMER'
With this function, programming a recording that takes place within the next 24 hours, wil
on the remote control.
0-9
quick and easy. The following pre-set information will appear in the display when you programmea recording using 'TURBO TIMER'.
Programme number = the programme number currently selected (TV channel)
Start time = current time
End time = current time +2 hours
The current set programme number will appear in the display, for
1Press TURBO TIMER on the remote control.
P r= .
instance, 'PROG. 01'. If required, you can change this using ;qP or
BBC1
a'CLK' will flash in the video recorder display
b This display means that the video recorder clock is not set correctly. Please
read the section 'Setting the time and date' in chapter 'Installing your video
recorder'
SELECT
Controlling the satellite receiver (IRSat control)
Using
'S---' will appear in the display. Enter the programme number for the
satellite TV channel using the number buttons
Attention: For this to work, the IR-Sat control must be installed correctly
(chapter 'IR Sat control', 'Connecting the Sat control'.
2Press TURBO TIMER .
The current time (= start time) will appear in the display, for instance,
'START 20:00'. If required, you can change this using ;qP or
P r= .
20:00
The end time will appear in the display, for instance, 'END 22:00'.
3Press TURBO TIMER .
'END 22:00'. If required, you can change this using ;qP or P r= .
'OK' will briefly appear in the video recorder display. Programming is
4Press TURBO TIMER .
22:00
now complete.
5Insert a cassette with an intact security tab (unprotected).
Using 'Tape List'
To save a recording in the 'Tape List' or to use a 'Tape List' cassette, enter
the cassette number using the number buttons
The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape
List' in the chapter 'Tape List'.
The programmed recording will only function when the video
recorder is switched off with STANDBY/ON m .
If any of the TIMER blocks are in use, ' k ' will light up on the video
recorder display.
Problem solving for programmed
7Switch off with STANDBY/ON m .
recordings
While a programmed recording is being made, you cannot operate your video recorder manually.If you want to cancel the programmed recording, press STANDBY/ON m .
b
PROBLEMSOLUTION
The video recorder
does not react
'SWITCH TO
The video recorder was switched on several minutes before the start of a programmed recording.Switch off the video recorder with STANDBY/ON m . A programmed recording (timer) w
b
STANDBY- TIMER
RECORDING' flashes on
only function if the video recorder is switched off.
the TV screen
The end of the tape was reached during recording.
b
A cassette was
automatically ejected
No cassette was inserted. Insert a cassette and switch off the video recorder usin
b
' will
k
during recording
Error message: 'NO
CASSETTE''
STANDBY/ON m .
flash in the video
recorder display
A cassette was inserted with the security tab removed. Undo the erase protection (chapter'Manual Recording', section 'Preventing accidental erasing of cassettes') or insert a differentcassette.
b
The 'PROTECTED
CASSETTE' error
message appears
briefly on the screen
then the cassette is
ejected.
If this error message appears after pressing TIMER k , then all TIMER blocks are alreadyprogrammed. No more recordings can be programmed. If you want to clear or checkaprogrammed recording (TIMER block), select it with ;qP or P r= .
b
Error message: 'ALL
TIMERS OCCUPIED'
The data for the recording could not be transferred. Please check date, start time and end timeof the programmed recording.
b
The 'DATA ERROR'
message appears on
the screen.
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How to check, change or delete a
programmed recording (TIMER)
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press TIMER k on the remote control twice .
3Select the programmed recording (TIMER) you want to check, change
or delete with P r= or ;qP .
Delete programmed recording
Press
CLEAR (CL)
.
'--' appears rather than the displayed values
To end, press
MENU
.
4Press TIMER k .
Select the input field with Q or P .
If required, change the information with ;qP , P r= or the number
buttons 0-9 .
5Confirm with OK .
6Switch off with STANDBY/ON m .
Using Tape List
Enter the cassette number with the number buttons
0-9
.
The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape
List' in the chapter 'Tape List'.
6Switch off with STANDBY/ON m .
The programmed recording will only function when the video
recorder is switched off with STANDBY/ON m .
If any of the TIMER blocks are in use, ' k ' will light up on the video
recorder display.
Problems and solutions for programmed
recordings
PROBLEMSOLUTION
The video recorder
does not react
b
While a programmed recording is being made, you cannot operate your video recorder manually.
If you want to cancel the programmed recording, press STANDBY/ON m .
'
k
' will flash in the
video recorder display
b
The video recorder was switched on several minutes before the start of a programmed recording.
Switch off the video recorder with STANDBY/ON m . A programmed recording (timer) will
only function if the video recorder is switched off.
b
No cassette was inserted. Insert a cassette and switch off the video recorder using
STANDBY/ON m .
Cassette is ejected
during recording.
b
The end of the tape was reached during recording.
The 'PROT' error
message appears
briefly in the display
then the cassette is
ejected.
b
A cassette was inserted with the security tab removed. Undo the erase protection (chapter
'Manual Recording', section 'Preventing accidental erasing of cassettes') or insert a different
cassette.
Error message: 'FULL'
b
If this error message appears after pressing TIMER k , then all TIMER blocks are already
programmed. No more recordings can be programmed. If you want to clear or check a
programmed recording (TIMER block), select it with ;qP or P r= .
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remote control for five seconds.'{ ' will appear on the video
recorder display.
for five seconds, with the video recorder switched on. ' { ' will
disappear from the video recorder display.
' will flash in the video recorder display
{
a'
b This symbol flashes when a button is pressed when the child lock is active.
Child lock
You can prevent unauthorised use of your video recorder with this function. When the c
lock is active, the buttons on the front of the device are blocked (will not function). You
make programmed recordings while the child lock is on.
1With the video recorder switched on, press CHILD LOCK on the
2Put away the remote control somewhere out of reach of children.
3If you want to switch off the child lock, press CHILD LOCK again
Changing the video (colour) system
If you playback recordings made on other video recorders or you want to record from exte
Other functions
sources (via the scart socket), the automatic video (colour) system switch-over may leadtocolour distortion.
You can switch off the automatic TV system switch-over as follows.
Video (colour) systems
Other countries, other video (colour) systems:
In central Europe transmissions are broadcast in the PAL system (Phase
Alternation Line) standard. France uses SECAM (Séquentiel à mémoire). In
some countries (USA and Japan), TV viewers receive their programmes as an
NTSC signal (National Television System Committee).
or during playback. The main menu will appear.
1Press MENU on the remote control before you start recording
2Select line 'VIDEOSYSTEM' using P r= or ;qP and confirm with
MENU
OK .
CLOCK
AUTO TUNING
MANUAL SEARCH
FOLLOW TV
3Select the TV (colour) system with the least disruptions using P or
TV CHANNEL ALLOC.
Q .
If colour interference still occurs, you can switch to 'B/W' (black and
white).
4Confirm with OK .
RECORD SPEED
AUTO STANDBY
VIDEOSYSTEM
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How can I change back to 'Automatic Switchover'?
If you change the programme number, the video (colour) system for recording
will switch itself back to 'AUTO' (automatic switch-over).
If you eject the cassette, the video (colour) system for playback will switch
itself back to 'AUTO' (automatic switch-over).
5To end, press MENU .
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Switch off the clock display
To save energy, you can switch off the clock display on the video recorder. Programmed
(TIMER) recordings will still take place.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
3Select the line 'SPECIAL SETTINGS' with P r= or ;qP and
confirm with OK .
SPECIAL SETTINGS
OSDè ONp
CLOCK DISPLAYOFF
REPEAT PLAYOFF
DIRECT RECORDON
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4To switch off the time display on the video recorder, select in the line
'CLOCK DISPLAY' with P 'OFF'.
How can I switch on the clock display?
Select with
Q
'ON' (time display switched on).
5Confirm with OK .
'STORED' will briefly appear on the TV screen.
6To end, press MENU .
Switching the onscreen display (OSD) off
or on
Along with the on screen menu, the OSD (On Screen Display) also displays information on the
current operating status (counter, playback, recording, TV channel, etc.) on the TV screen. You
can switch off the information about the operating status so that the on screen display (OSD) is
not recorded when copying video cassettes.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
3Select line 'SPECIAL SETTINGS' using P r= or ;qP and confirm
with OK .
SPECIAL SETTINGS
OSDè ONp
CLOCK DISPLAYOFF
REPEAT PLAYOFF
DIRECT RECORDON
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4In the line 'OSD', select the desired setting with P .
Which settings can I choose?
'ON': Shows the OSD for a few seconds only.
'OFF': Switches off the OSD.
5Confirm with OK .
6To end, press MENU .
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with OK .
on the
0-9
Using 'Tape List'
Enter the 'Tape List' cassette number with the number buttons
remote control.
The cassette is being checked. You can find more information on the 'Tape
If you select 'OFF', continuous playback will be switched off.
'STORED' will appear briefly on the screen.
List' in the chapter 'Tape List'.
Continuous playback
This function can be used to play a cassette over and over again. When the end of the cass
is reached, the video recorder will rewind and start from the beginning again. This functio
activated or deactivated as follows.
1Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
2Select line 'SPECIAL SETTINGS' using ;qP or P r= and confirm
3Select line 'REPEAT PLAY' using ;qP or P r= .
SPECIAL SETTINGS
5Confirm with OK .
4Select function 'ON' with Q or P .
OSDè ONp
CLOCK DISPLAYOFF
REPEAT PLAYOFF
DIRECT RECORDON
7Insert a cassette.
6To end, press MENU .
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8Start the continuous playback with the PLAY G playback button.
Switching the remote control command
If you use a second video recorder that reacts to the same remote control command (stop,
record, etc.) as this video recorder, then you can change the remote control and this v
recorder.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
3Press the SELECT button on the remote control. In addition, press
MENU
the number button 2 to change the remote control to 'VCR2'.
CLOCK
AUTO TUNING
MANUAL SEARCH
4Confirm with OK .
FOLLOW TV
TV CHANNEL ALLOC.
What do I need to pay attention to when changing the remote
control and video recorder?
The main menu will disappear. If you have switched the remote
control and the video recorder to 'VCR2', 'RESPONDS TO VCR2' will
RECORD SPEED
AUTO STANDBY
VIDEOSYSTEM
appear on the TV screen.
LANGUAGE
SPECIAL SETTINGS
You must always change both video recorder and remote control to the same
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button on the remote control. Then press the number
on the remote control. The main menu will disappear.
OK
. The main menu will appear.
SELECT
to change the remote control to 'VCR1'.
MENU
1
Repeat step 3 .
After you change the batteries in the remote control, it will switch back to
'VCR1'.
How can I change back to 'VCR1'?
setting, e.g. video recorder and remote control to 'VCR1'or'VCR2'.
- Press
- Press the
button
- Confirm with
aThe main menu will not disappear and no message appears.
b The remote control command was not recognised by the video recorder.
This picture will appear on the screen: 'RESPONDS TO VCR1'
).
2
and
SELECT
button for a long time, the video recorder settings appear in the display. In
this case 'VCR2'. You need to also change the remote to 'VCR2' (button
aThis will, for example, appear in the display: 'VCR2'
b Remote control and video recorder were not both changed. If you press a
Direction for use
Using your video recorder remote control
with your TV set
With the enclosed multicode remote control you can control the main functions of your TV set.
To do this, you must first enter a code number that corresponds to the make of your TV set.
You will find a summary of all available remote control commands on the last page of this
manual.
1Hold down the Sr button.
2Using the number buttons 0-9 , enter the code number that
corresponds to the make (manufacturer) of your TV set.
When you have entered the code number correctly, the TV set will
switch off.
aMy TV set will not switch off.
b Also try to enter code numbers of other manufacturers.
b In some cases, it is possible that your TV set will not react to the selected
code numbers. If this is the case, you unfortunately cannot use this
function.
By using the TV buttons on the panel in the middle of the control,
you can::
qS increase the TV volume
Sr decrease the TV volume
qTVnext programme number
TV r previous programme number
To switch off the TV ( TV m ), press Sr and TV r at the same time.
Automatic switchoff
If you haven't used the video recorder for a few minutes in certain modes (e.g.: STOP), it will
switch to standby automatically. You can cancel this function to use the video recorder as a
television receiver.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU on the remote control. The main menu will appear.
3Select line 'AUTO STANDBY' using P r= or ;qP .
4Select 'OFF' (no automatic switch-off) or 'ON' (automatic switch-off)
with the menu buttons P or Q .
5Confirm with OK .'STORED' will briefly appear on the TV screen.
6To end, press MENU .
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What is a modulator?
This electronic component in the video recorder allows the device to transmit
audio and video signals via the aerial cable. These signals can be received TV
set just like TV channels.
What is an modulator frequency?
This frequency or channel indicates the frequency or channel on which the
audio or video signal is transmitted.
recorder playback (see TV operating instructions).
device.
STOP/EJECT ? until, e.g. 'M591' appears in the display.
The video recorder will now transmit a test image on UHF channel
36/Frequency 591MHz.
.'G' (TV system PAL-B,G) or 'K' (TV system
Q
or
P
SECAM-D,K).
In line 'SOUND SYSTEM', select the TV system with the least sound
disruptions using
aSound interference occurs
b The wrong sound system could have been selected.
shown in the video recorder display.
the new modulator frequency with the number buttons 0-9 .
'STORED' will appear briefly on the screen.
Optimising the modulator
In some reception locations it is possible that a TV channel will be sent on the same or sim
frequency as the video recorder.
Result: As soon as the video recorder is switched on, the reception quality for this or sev
other TV channels will decreased.
Suppressing interference
The following steps will show you how to change the pre-set 'transmission' (modula
frequency on the video recorder.
1Switch on the TV set. Select the programme number used for video
2Press STOP/EJECT ? to eject any cassette that might be in the
3Press the STOP h button on the remote control. Then press
4Select line 'OPTIMIZE FREQUENCY' using ;qP or P r= . Enter
OPTIMIZE MODULATOR
5Tune in the TV set to the new modulator frequency (channel 21 - 69)
OPTIMIZE FREQUENCY 591 p
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6Confirm with OK .
Optimising the modulator is now complete.
Selecting the sound channel
You can select the desired sound channel during playback or while receiving TV channels via
video recorder. This allows you to select a desired language for multi-language transmissions.
1Press SELECT . This will show the current sound setting.
What goes on behind the settings?
'STEREO':
Left and right stereo (HIFI) sound tracks can be heard.
'LEFT':
The left stereo (HIFI) sound track can be heard.
'RIGHT':
The right stereo (HIFI) sound track can be heard.
'MONO':
The mono (linear) sound track can be heard.
'MIXED':
The mono (linear) sound track can be heard at the same time as the stereo
(HIFI) sound tracks.
display.
Automatic switch to 'MONO'
If a TV channel does not transmit a stereo signal or if there is no stereo signal
recorded on the video cassette, the video recorder will automatically switch
to 'MONO'. You will not be able to select any other settings.
Playing back an audio dubbing
When dubbing video recordings, the mono (linear) sound track is recorded
with a new sound signal. The stereo (HIFI) sound track is kept. To hear the
dubbed section, you must select either 'MONO'or'MIXED'.
2Keep pressing SELECT until the desired setting appears in the
Direction for use
Before you call an engineer
If, contrary to expectation, you have any problems using this video recorder, it may be caused by
the following reasons.
You will find the phone number in the enclosed guarantee leaflet.
The telephone numbers can be found on the back of this instruction manual. Have the model
number (MODEL NO) and the production number (PROD.NO.) of your video recorder ready.
HOTLINE telephone numbers
The telephone numbers for after-sales service (HOTLINE) are also saved in your video recorder.
To call them up, proceed as follows:
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press MENU . The main menu appears.
3Press CLEAR (CL) . The after-sales service telephone numbers will
appear on the screen.
4Using OK , you can select more telephone numbers.
5To end, press MENU .
PROBLEMSOLUTION
Your video recorder
does not respond to
any button being
pressed:
b
There is no power supply: check the power supply.bA programmed recording is currently being made: if desired, cancel the programmed recording
with STANDBY/ON m .bChild lock active: switch the child lock off.bThere is a technical problem: disconnect from the mains power supply for 30 seconds, then
connect again.
If this doesn't help, you could reset your video recorder to the default factory settings.
Resetting devices to
default factory settings
b
Attention:
All the information stored (TV channels, time and date, TIMER) will be cleared.
1. Disconnect from the mains power supply.
2. Press and hold the STANDBY/ON m button on the device and reconnect to the mains power
supply.
3. Release the button when 'OSD' appears in the video recorder display.
Cassette is jammed in
the video recorder:
b
Don't use force. Pull out the mains plug for a moment.
Remote control does
not work:
b
Remote control not pointed toward the video recorder: point it at the video recorder.bThere is a technical problem: Take out the batteries, wait for 10 seconds and place them back.bBatteries have run out: change the batteries.bYou have given the wrong remote control command: read 'Switching remote control command' in
chapter 'Additional functions'.
Switching the modulator on / off
If you cannot clear picture or sound interference despite optimisation, you can switch off the
built-in modulator.
Warning:
this is only possible if you have connected the video recorder to the TV set with a
scart cable. Without a scart cable you will not receive a picture from the video
recorder on the TV set when the modulator is switched off.
1Switch on the TV set. If required, select the programme number for
the video recorder.
2Press STOP/EJECT ? to eject any cassette that might be in the
device.
3Press the STOP h button on the remote control. Then press
STOP/EJECT ? until, e.g. 'M591' appears in the display.
OPTIMIZE MODULATOR
OPTIMIZE FREQUENCY 591 p
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4Select the line 'MODULATOR' on the TV screen or 'MOD+' in the
display with ;qP or P r= .
5On the screen select 'OFF' or in the display 'MOD-' (modulator off)
with Q .
How can I switch the modulator back on?
In the display, select 'MOD+' (modulator on) with
Q
.
6Confirm with OK .
7To end, press MENU .
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There is no recording on the cassette: change the cassette.bYou have selected the wrong programme number on the TV for playing cassette: on the TV,select the correct programme number for the video recorder.bThe cable connecting the TV set and the video recorder has come loose: check the cable.
b
ROBLEMSOLUTION
No picture when you
play a cassette:
Your TV set is not properly adjusted.bThe cassette is badly worn or of poor quality: use new cassette.bTracking is not properly adjusted: turn to chapter 'Eliminating picture interference' and read thesection 'Optimising tracking'.bRead the section 'Selecting the picture settings (SMART PICTURE)' in the chapter 'Playback'.bYou haven't selected the correct video (colour) system for playback: Turn to chapter 'Additionalfunctions' section 'Changing the video (colour) system'.
b
Poor picture quality
when you play a
cassette:
The TV channel you want to record is not stored or you selected the wrong programme number:check TV channels stored.bA cassette was inserted that does not have the security tab (cannot be used to record): Insertacassette with an intact security tab or change cassette. For more information, please see thesection 'Preventing accidental erasing of cassettes' in chapter 'Manual Recording'.b'VPS/PDC' switched on but 'VPS/PDCtime' wrong: 'enter 'VPS/PDCtime exactly to the minute.Have your aerial checked.
b
No recording possible:
You have programmed the wrong time or date: check time and date.bCheck time and date. If time and date are wrong despite manual setting, you can switch 'SMARTCLOCK' off. Please read the section 'Setting the time and date' in the chapter 'Installing yourvideo recorder'.bYou have not set the TIMER properly: Check the programmed recordings (TIMER block).bYou have put in a cassette that cannot be recorded on: undo the erase protection on thecassette.
b
Programmed
recording does not
work:
1. Enter the ShowView programming number of the desired TV channel.
2. Confirm with OK .
3. Check the programme number/channel name in the 'PROG.' input field
b
The wrong TV channel
was decoded (entered)
after you programmed
4. If this does not correspond to the desired TV channel, select the input field and change theprogramme number/channel name.
5. Confirm with TIMER k .
a recording using
ShowView
Turn to chapter 'Suppressing interference' and read 'Optimising the modulator' and 'Switchingon/off the modulator'.bHave your aerial checked.bYou will find information on how to switch the TV system in chapter 'Installing your videorecorder' section 'Manual TV channel search'.
General guidelines for dismantling housing components,
electronic parts and the drive mechanism
Always disconnect from mains before dismantling or
assembly.
Due to the supply voltages (hot circuit) on the primary side of
the switched-mode power supply, an isolating transformer is
required for the operation of the device.
The drive or the drive/motherboard unit must not be pulled
out by the cross struts!
Components placed below the tape deck has to be inserted
exactly.
A
A
A
A
S
S
A
A
A
A
The use of a regulating isolating transformer is
recommended for detecting faults around the power supply.
All screws of the video recorder can be removed or tightened
with a 10* torx screwdriver .
1. Housing cover (Figure 4-1)
–Remove the four screws (A).
–Push catch (S) inwards, lifting lid at the same time to
move out of groove.
–Slide housing cover back by approx. 1 cm.
–Push centre of housing cover sides on underside approx.
1 cm outwards and lift up the housing cover.
Assembly
Assemble in reverse order.
2. Base plate (Figure 4-2)
The base plate may not be removed from the frame!
3. Front panel (Figure 4-2)
Preparation
Dismantle the housing lid as described in section 1.
–Position the device with the base plate facing upwards.
–Undo the six catches (S) one after the other, starting from
the left or the right.
–Remove the front panel by pulling it forwards.
–For devices with shuttle print or socket print, disconnect
the cabling to the motherboard.
Figure 4-1
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Figure 4-2
SS
SS
SS
SS
SS
Assembly
Assemble in reverse order (device in operational position).
Important
–The lift flap lever should be connected to the lift flap
guide.
–Check that all catches are engaged.
SS
SS
SS
for VR720, VR870x, 435 mm sets
SS
SS
4.2Dismantling of the motherboard/drive
combination (Figure 4-3 and 4-4)
Preparation
Remove the housing cover as described in section 1.
Remove the front panel as described in section 3.
–Move device into operational position (Figure 4-3).
–Undo the two screws (B) of the stay and pull it up to
remove it.
–Push back the lift by 5 cm after releasing both lift stops.
–Undo and remove the four fastening screws (C) of the
drive.
–Detach the Cinch socket cable (K) and ground cable (M)
from the socket print (if present).
–Remove the cables (K1; K2; K3) from the guides on the
rear of the frame.
–Pull the Cinch socket holder with the socket and print up
and out of the frame (if present).
–Position the device with the base plate facing up.
–Undo the 8 catches (S) from the rear right to the rear front
and then from the rear left to the front left.
–After the weight of the motherboard/drive unit has
released it from the frame, the catch (S) at the mains
socket has to be released for a second time.
–The frame can be removed by lifting it off.
–Turn the motherboard/drive unit and move it into the
service position (Figure 4-6), if necessary.
–The device is operational in this position
” Eject” must NOT be used !!!
Dismantling instructions
B
B
B
B
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C
C
C
C
C
K1
K1
K1
K1
C
C
C
C
C
C
C
K3
K3
K3
K2
K2
K2
K2
K3
B
B
B
C
C
C
C
B
Caution:
Adjustments can not be made in the service position.
” Eject” must NOT be used !!!
Assembly
–Position the frame with the top open onto a level surface.
–Hold the drive on the side at the lift and insert the
motherboard/drive unit into the frame, pushing it down
lightly. Observe that the power Supply and Scart sockets
are positioned in openings.
–Check that all 8 catches (S) are engaged.
–Secure the drive with the four holding screws (C).
–Move the lift into the ”Eject” position.
–Push the stay onto the frame with the chamfered side
facing to the rear and secure with both screws (B).
–Insert the Cinch socket into the opening and ensure that
it engages.
–Connect the Cinch socket and the ground cable (K ; M)
(if present).
–Insert the cables (K1; K2; K3) into the supports
provided in the frame.
–Replace the front panel and the housing cover.
Figure 4-3
Figure 4-4
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4.3Dismantling the drive (Figure 4-3, 4-5 and 4-6)
Preparation
Remove the housing cover as described in section 1.
Remove the front panel as described in section 3.
–Undo the two screws (B) of the stay and pull it up to
remove it.
–Push back lift by 5 cm after releasing both lift stops.
–Undo and remove the four fastening screws (C) of the
drive.
–Undo and remove the ground screw (D) at the rear.
–(For this purpose, insert the screwdriver through the hole
in the back panel).
–Remove the cables from the drive.
–Bend back the guard of the scanner cable.
–Remove the scanner cable from the socket.
–Return the lift into the ”Eject” position.
–Slightly lift the left rear side of the drive to undo the
connector to the capstan motor.
–Press both catches (S) together with fine pliers and lift
the drive around the snapholders.
–The drive may be separated from the motherboard.
Assembly
Assemble in reverse order.
D
C
C
D
C
C
C
C
S
S
C
C
SS
Important
Observe that the cables (K1; K2; K3) are positioned in the
supports on the rear of the frame and that the ground screw
(D) is screwed in!
Figure 4-5
D
Service position
Figure 4-6
Service modes, Repair tips
SELECT key on the remote control whilst the Step is flashing,
5.Service modes, Repair tips
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5.1Special functions
5.1.1Erasing the EEPROM
–Disconnect from mains
–Push and hold down the Standby key, reconnect to
mains and keep the Standby key depressed for a further
3 sec.
All EEPROM data will then be erased and initialised (timer
and transmitter channels). The internal processor RAM will
also be erased, but the option codes, deck parameters and
adjustment values are maintained.
5.1.2After changing the EEPROM or Motherboard the
following steps must be carried out:
Step 40: Option code input
Step 51: Gap position adjustment
Step 52: Studio Picture control‘ adjustment
Step 53: Input of clock correction
Step 62: Adjustment of Audio Linear Playback Level
Step 99: Clock frequency output
5.2Service test program
5.2.1Introduction
The software program for the control, deck and operating
microprocessors includes a service test program. It was
divided into the following steps, with the following ‘modes‘:
The display shows, for instance:
Product ID. No.
Prod. ID No.ident. No. for A 13 (31, 32, 37)
Centr. Contr. Mask No. µP mask No.
Build No.continually state No.(software)
By pressing the SELECT key on the remote control, all step
modes may be left and the currently selected step number
appears and flashes.
Other service steps are selected with the UP and DOWN
keys or the numerical remote control keys. By pressing the
the respective mode can be entered or left.
If a step is selected to which no mode is assigned, the
displays shows - - and flashes.
Central control
mask No.
Build No.
Step 00: Display of mask version number
Step 01: Check of the drive positions
Step 02: Display of the deck - error codes
Step 03: Deck - sensors and manual tracking
Step 04: Display of operating hours counter
Step 05: Display of the IIC-Bus Communication
Step 10: Operation without drive - dummy mode
Step 40: Option code input
Adjustment Steps in the service test program:
Step 51: Gap position adjustment
Step 52: ‘Studio Picture control‘ adjustment
Step 53: Input of clock correction
Step 62: Adjustment of Audio Linear Playback Level
Step 98: Display test
Step 99: Clock frequency output
In the service test program, all drive functions apart from the
channel search and channel change mode can be carried
out. The program position set before entering the service
test program is maintained.
5.2.2Activating the service test program
Press and hold down the STOP key on the remote control.
Then press the PLAY key on the recorder and keep it
depressed for at least 5 sec. The STOP key on the remote
control may be released whilst the PLAY key on the recorder
is pressed.
The service test program can be selected in any operating
mode apart from the channel search, install, clock set-up and
cassette length calculation mode. The recorder and all drive
functions are fully operational in the service mode.
To leave the service program, press the STAND-BY key or
disconnect recorder from mains.
5.2.3Service mode functions
Endurance test
In the service test program, the recorder can be endurance
tested. For this purpose, use a cassette and activate “PLAY”
or “REC”. The functions are then repeated continuously. In
RECORD, the recorder does not move to EJECT at the tape
end, but to REWIND, after which it starts to RECORD again.
This test serves to detect intermittent faults. The last error is
stored in the EEPROM. (The fault remains stored even after
a power failure).
The endurance test is ended by pressing STOP or leaving
the service test program.
After activating the service test program, step 00 and the
mask version number are automatically displayed.
Service modes, Repair tips
A:DC, 2V/Div,0.5 s/Div
B:DC, 2V/Div,0.5 s/Div
Product ID. No.
The mode can be left again by pressing the SELECT key on
the remote control. The currently selected position number
appears and flashes on the display.
A step between 00 and 99 can now be selected
Step 01: Checking the drive positions
By pressing the SELECT key whilst Step 01 is flashing, the
drive position appears on the display.
The FTA signal from the photoelectric barriers which controls
the revolutions of the loading motor is used to check the drive
condition.
The drive position is shown as a 3-digit decimal number by
counting the FTA pulses on the display.
(e.g. 213 = Play)
Central control
mask No.
Build No.
A
B
Eject
Cass down
Step 02: Display of the deck error codes
By pressing the SELECT key whilst Step 02 is flashing, the
deck error code is shown on the display.
Checking the drive function Loading and unloading time
The signal (FTA) of the photoelectric barrier which controls
the revolutions of the loading motor is used as a reference for
the loading and unloading time.
Stopping of supply or take-up reels
The tacho signals of the left (WTL) and right (WTR) winding
disks are used as control reference.
Stopping of head drum motor
This is monitored with the PG/FG signal. The signal is
discharged from the e.m.f. of the non-conducting spools of
the head cylinder motor, showing the position of the head
cylinder.
wind-rewind
Play
Index/
Init switch
FTA pulses
Reverse
Table of drive positions:
Function of the Init switch:
The diagram shows the function of the Init switch, depending
on the position of the deck. The number of FTA pulses is
important for the position of the drive.
Capstan motor fault
This is monitored with the FGD signal.
If one of the above sensor signals is not available, the
recorder tries to put the lift into the “EJECT” position.
Explanation of deck error codes and deck error status
The last error code is stored and remains in the EEPROM,
even if the recorder is disconnected from the mains.
The error code can be erased by pushing the CLEAR button
on the remote control.
The display shows, for instance:
The left digit shows the error:
(e.g.: Error 2 = Capstan error)
Service modes, Repair tips
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Error table:
0
no error
1
threading error
2
no capstan pulses
3
tape broken
4
no pulses left reel
5
no pulses right reel
6
head motor error
The 3 digits on the right represent the deck error condition:
(e.g.: 053 = during Play )
The error code can be reset in this step with the CLEAR key.
By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 03 is flashing, the
deck sensors will be displayed in one digit as either 1 or 0.
Step 04: Display of the operating hours counter:
By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 04 is flashing, the
operating hours counter shows how many hours the head
disk has turned. The hours are displayed as a 4-digit decimal
number.
Step 05: Display of the IIC - Bus Communication:
By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 05 is flashing, the
available IIC- components will be displayed with symbols.
Symbol DescriptionComponentPosition
v
VPS or VPO IC SDA5650 or SDA5652 7502
DEC
FM ST / NIC ICMSP 3415D7761
x
FM St ICTDA 98737760
W
Video switch ICSTV 64017904
D
FM Audio ICTDA 9605H7650
k
Tuner Philips TP9xx1701
o
Tuner AlpsTMRxx/TCBZ41701
u
Modulator Phil TP9xx1701
LP
Modulator AlpsTMRxx/TCBZ41701
8
Signal electr. ICLA71595M7004
The following errors are visible in the display when the start
up routine of the set isn’t working properly.
E000IIC-Data line is low
E001IIC-Clock line is low
E002 EEPROM give no acknowledgement
hnDCare used to display the deck status
STARTinit switch (INIT)
ENDrecord protection (RECP)
DECLoading pulses (FTA)
In the service test program, the tracking is always in the
centre position.
Only in this step can the value for the required tape running
setting be changed, manually in the PLAY function with the
UP / DOWN keys. After leaving the mode with the SELECT
key, the tracking value always resets itself to the centre
position and cannot be changed.
GB 52VR1205.
MADE IN EUROPE
MODEL NO:
VN 37123456
SHOWVIEW IS
A TRADEMARK
APPLIED
GEMST
AR DEVELOPMENT
CORP
.
FOR
BY GEMST
AR
DEVELOPMENT
CORP
.
SHOWVIEW
SYSTEM
IS MANUF
ACTURED
UNDER
LICENSE
FROM
Step 10: Operation without drive - dummy mode
Before activating this mode with the SELECT key, the
recorder must be in the EJECT position.
Enter the mode by pressing the SELECT key. The motors are
then switched off and the sensors will be ignored by the deck
microprocessor. The drive can now be dismantled from the
motherboard (see dismantling instructions). Only install drive if recorder is disconnected from mains. For signal
tracking, the recorder can be set to all drive conditions, i.e.
signal electronics, audio and IO processing are switched to
the respective operating mode.
hnDCare used to display the deck status
STARTinit switch (INIT)
ENDrecord protection (RECP)
DECLoading pulses (FTA)
Service modes, Repair tips
In case of an invalid entry (value >255) the activation of the
OK key causes the content of the last stored option to be
displayed and OK does not appear in the display.
Depending on the model, some bits are software or default
protected and cannot be changed by an entry. In this case,
the display shows OK, but the display returns to the default
value.
Step 98: Display Test
By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 98 is flashing, all
segments of the display are illuminated.
The step is exited by pressing SELECT again.
Step 40: Option code input
If a new EEPROM is installed in the course of repairs, it must
be initialised.
By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 40 is flashing, the
decimal option A appears in the display.
By entering a 3-digit decimal code, the correct features are
set.
.
.
CORP
APPLIED
CORP
ACTURED
FROM
IS MANUF
DEVELOPMENT
LICENSE
A TRADEMARK
AR
AR DEVELOPMENT
SYSTEM
UNDER
GEMST
BY GEMST
SHOWVIEW IS
SHOWVIEW
FOR
220-240 V ~
A13
PROD.NO:
AAA BBB CCC DDD EEE FFF GGG
AA
MODEL NO:
MADE IN EUROPE
50Hz
VR120/02
VN 37 0015 123456
Range
Option codes (A-G)
Evolution code
Type number
Serial number
Production date
Production center (VN),
Production code
These codes are shown on the type-plate of the recorder.
After pressing the OK key on the remote control, the entered
code is saved. The display shows OK for approx. 3 sec. and
then the stored value in decimal format.
By pressing the UP and DOWN keys, the available options (A
to G) can be selected. The display shows the last stored
value in decimal format.
Service modes, Repair tips
GB 53VR1205.
5.3Repair tips
5.3.1Replacement procedure for leadless components (chip)
The following procedures are recommended for replacing
leadless components used in this unit.
1. Preparation for replacement
a. Soldering iron
Use a pencil-type soldering iron that uses less than 30W
b. Solder
Use Eutectic solder (Tin 63%, Lead 37%)
c. Soldering time
Maximum 4 seconds.
Note:
•Leadless components must not be re-used after removal.
•Excessive mechanical stress and rubbing of the
component electrode must be avoided.
2. Removing the leadless components
Grasp the leadless component body with tweezers and
alternately apply heat to both electrodes. When the solder on
both electrodes has melted, remove leadless component
with a twisting motion.
Note:
•Do not attempt to lift the component off the board until the
component is completely disconnected from the board
with a twisting motion.
•Be careful not to break the copper foil on the printed
circuit board.
b. Using tweezers press down the part and solder both
electrodes as shown below.
Tweezers
Soldering iron
Solder
Note:
Do not glue the replacement component to the circuit board.
5.3.2How to remove/install the Flat Pack IC
How to remove the Flat Pack IC
•Using a hot air Flat Pack IC unsoldering equipment
EXAMPLE
Tweezers
Chip
Soldering iron
Figure 5-1
3. Installation of leadless components
a. Presolder the contact points on the circuit board
Presolder
Soldering iron
Figure 5-2
a. Prepare the hot air Flat Pack IC unsoldering equipment.
Then apply hot air to Flat Pack lC for 5 - 8 seconds.
b. Remove the Flat Pack lC with tweezers while applying the
hot air.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage, do not apply the hot air to the chip parts
around the Flat Pack lC for long periods.
C.B.A.
Hot air Flat Pack
IC unsoldering
equipment
Masking
tape
Tweezers
Flat Pack IC
Figure 5-3
Put masking tape around the Flat Pack lC to protect adjacent
parts.
The Flat Pack IC is fixed to the P.C.B. with glue; therefore
take care not to break or damage any foil under the lC or on
each pin when removing it.
GB 54VR1205.
Service modes, Repair tips
•Using a soldering iron
a. Use unsoldering braid to remove the solder from all
pins of the Flat Pack IC. Apply solder flux to all pins of the
Flat Pack IC, to allow easy removal.
Flat Pack IC
Unsoldering braid
Soldering iron
b. Lift up each lead of the Flat Pack IC individually, using a
sharp pin or non-solder wire (iron wire), while heating the
pins using a fine tip soldering iron or a hot air blower.
Sharp iron
•Using a special removal device
a. Apply extra tin-lead solder onto the pins
b. Heat the IC to melt the glue which has been used to affix it
c. Use a solder removing device with a special punch which
matches the contours of the IC to remove the IC.
At the other corners there are printed conductors which may
be damaged!
Solder
removing
device
Soldering iron
•Using iron wire
a. Use unsoldering braid to remove the solder from all pins of
the Flat Pack IC. Apply solder flux to all pins of the Flat Pack
IC, to allow easy removal.
b. Affix the wire to workbench or solid mounting point ( see
figure 5-3 )
c. Pull up the wire as the solder melts in order to lift the IC
lead from the P.C.B. contact pad, while heating the pins
using a fine-tip soldering iron or hot air blower.
Hot air blower
Solid mounting point
Iron wire
Pull up gently
... or soldering iro
to remove
Control µP
PCB
Figure 5-5
How to install the Flat Pack IC
a. Use unsoldering braid to remove the solder from the foil of
each pin of the Flat Pack lC on the P.C.B. in order to install
the replacement Flat Pack IC more easily.
b. The “dot” mark on the Flat Pack IC indicates pin 1.
Make sure this mark matches the 1 on the P.C.B. when
positioning for installation. Then pre-solder the four corners
of the d. Flat Pack IC. ( see figure 5-5 ).
Example
Figure 5-4
Note:
When using a soldering iron care must be taken to ensure
that the Flat Pack lC is not held by glue or the P.C.B. may be
damaged if force is used.
If the IC is glued, heat the IC with hot air to loosen the glue.
Pin 1 on Flat Pack IC is market by a " ".
Figure 5-6
number indicating to what component it is connected; in other
Presolder
Soldering iron
C.B.A.
Flat Pack IC
Figure 5-7
c. Solder all pins of the Flat Pack IC. Make sure that none of
the pins have solder bridges between pins on the Flat Pack
IC.
5.4Note
Service modes, Repair tips
5.6How to read wave forms
1
2
3
4
Connecting point
Aplitude
Time base
Operating mode of the VCR
GB 55VR1205.
4
All integrated circuits and many other semiconductor devices
are electrostatically sensitive and therefore require the
special handling techniques described in the “SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS” section of this manual.
5.5Voltage measurements
Color bar signal in SP REC and PB modes.
Note:
Voltage indications for the REC. and PB mode on the
schematic diagrams are shown below:
REC and PLAY mode
(identical voltages for
PLAY mode
REC mode
both modes)
Figure 5-8
2
1
Figure 5-9
3
5.7Voltage indication of Zener diodes
The Zener voltage of Zener diodes is indicated as such on
schematic diagrams:
Attention for pos. 7004-B!
If on pos.7004-B a LA71595AM
version is inserted and will be replaced by
a LA71595BM, then remove also
pos. 3030 (33K) and pos. 3031 (2M2)
and carry out the SPC adjustment!
Interconnections:
AF page 73
AL page 72
AIO1 page 66
AIO2 page 65
DE page 67
FM ST page 70
FM NIC-page 71
FV page 69
FOME page 78
I/O page 77
PS page 64
VPO page 76
VS page 75
VS_S page 74
7.12 Video Signal Processing (VS)
75VR1207.
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
(512 Byte)
and OSD Information
Memory for sliced Data
Interface
I2C - Bus
Generation
Sync/Pixelclock
Display Timing
ROM
Character
Generator
Character
Encoder
CVBS
Timing
Acquisition
Acquisition
Data-
ACQ. PLL
Slicer and
Data/Sync-
5500 A6
for VPS only
F503 E7
I501 B2
B
C
I505 E4C500 E1
A
E
I511 D3
I512 D4
3507 E3
C
D
OSCILLOGRAMS
3520 B3I518 E9
3511 D9
6
3521 D1
2502 B8
2501 B6
3512 D2
3513 D8
..V MEASURED IN RECORD MODE
..
3515 E10
for VPS
21
20
for VPS only
only
3516 E9
not for VPS
7502 C7
for VPO only
2
for VPS only
for VPS only
56
I542 C2
5504 A8
7503 E9
2512 E3
7
delete for VPO
5501 A7
5502 D3
I502 C1
I504 E3
9
34
SDA5652 for VPO
for VPS only
for VPO only
100k for VPS
10
C501 E1
I510 D4
A
I513 B8
for VPS only
I506 B4
D
..V MEASURED IN PLAYBACK MODE
4502 A7
SDA5650 for VPS
23
22
3506 C2
B
I516 E8
I517 D8
E
6k8 for VPS
33n for VPS
2505 E3
I514 C8
for VPS only
3519 E3
2510 E9
2503 B4
24
3502 B4
2506 E43517 E8
34
2511 E103503 B27501 C24504 C4
1
2
4508 E9
4505 D2
4507 B1
5
F501 B7
F502 D8
for VPO only
F500 B7
6k8 for VPS
for VPS only
for VPO only
3508 C3
3509 E4
7
5503 E10
8
9101
for VPS only
not used
8
I509 C4
4501 D8
2504 B2
for VPO only
3505 C92507 D2
2508 D9
3510 D1
3518 E2
2509 E82500 B6
for VPO only
I519 E10
3504 B9
4503 E4
10u
5501
100R
3505
2K2
3515
I517
1M
3518
2512
2n2
2508
100n
1K
3517
2501
100n
5VA
5V_STBY
C501
3504
100R
I518
I502
4504
4502
I519
4508
4505
I506
470n
2504
I504
GNDVPO
I512
2507
120p
BC847BW
7503
3511
220K
47p
2511
F500
3506
820R
F503
5V_STBY
150K
3516
4503
GNDVIO
2509
1n
I510
3513
100R
I505
I513
3508
270K
5500
10u
5VA
10u
5502
2505
47n
4501
100n
2502
F502
3519
1M
I514
1n
2510
3509
3K3
47R
3510
3520
470K
I501
BC857BW
7501
F501
2506
100n
100n
2503
5VA
3503
820R
3502
68K
3512
47R
5VA
3K3
3507
5504
10u
C500
6u8
5503
5VA
I516
5VA
4507
I542
I511
100R
220u
2500
14
PD2|VCO2
4
SCL
5
SDA
SECAM_BY
139
SYNC1
7
SYNC2
20
VDDA19VDDD
1
VSSA2VSSD
8
3521
7502
18
CVBS_IN
15
CVBS_OUT
17
CVBS_SLICER
10
DAVN|EHB
3
FSC|OSC_IN
11
HT_BLANK
16
IREF
6
OSC_OUT
12
PD1|VCO1
VREC
2FSC
5V_STBY
I509
SDA
SCL
VSB
OFP
5VA
VOUT
VPO-8920-13
Interconnections:
AF page 73 AL page 72AIO1 page 66 AIO2 page 65 DE page 67 FM ST page 70 FM NIC-page 71
FV page 69 FOME page 78 I/O page 77 PS page 64
VPO page 76
VS page 75VS_S page 74
7.13 VPS/PDC & OSD Part (VPO)
76VR1207.
7.14 In/Out Part (IO)
V
NC
BUS
SWITCHES
CLAMPS
DIGITAL
BUFFERS
DECODER
BUS
BUS
V
V
VVV
V
V
V
V
V
V
3923 D12
1.9V
1.4V
2.1V
0V
1954-A A1
1954-B C1
2929 I7
B
2933 B4
3952 I7
3953 I7
3954 F12
1
3956 I8
3910 B2
1954-C B1
2932 B3
3957 E9
3915 B7
3916 C13
3911 B1
3912 B3
3919 C13
3920 C8
3913 B4
3960 C1
3924 D12
3906 B12
3914 C13
3907 B13
2.2V
3905 B8
2916 B8
2915 I8
3935 D3
3929 C4
3930 D6
4902 B6
4904 E4
4907 C1
4908 C1
4951 I3
4905 E7
2
3940 E9
3941 E9
4903 A12
3945 G7
3946 G8
3947 G10
2927 C9
2928 I7
3949 H4
3934 C3
3955 C14
6902 A3
C
3958 E10
C
3
3961 E1
1.7V
for Stereo only
3917 C14
3918 C8
3921 C5
3922 D11
3925 D13
3926 C9
3927 C9
0V
2910 F2
2911 F2
2912 E1
3931 D7
3933 D8
F5103 C7
3936 D5
3938 D4
3939 D6
D
3942 E5
3943 F6
3944 F6
2923 F3
2924 G1
2925 I7
3948 G4
111213
2931 I1
F905 D14
6903 A4
3901 B14
4901 C8
3903 B7
3904 B8
2.2V
810
2901 B13
2902 B14
2906 C2
2907 F4
2908 F4
3928 C3
3932 D7
2914 G2
I904 C14
F5104 A7
2917 B8
1.8V
2919 B13
2920 C12
E
for 2Scart only
H
for 2scart only
23
2921 B7
2922 F12
789
2926 C14
5901 E3
5904 D9
5905 B1
2930 I1
A
I936 F1
F906 E14
D
3959 C1
F
G
6912 B1
9
7904 F3
111213
1955 D1
1956 E10
7910 D6
7911-A H12
2903 C14
2904 C10
2905 C2
7913 F7
7914 G5
7917 I7
2909 F2
C901 I3
C902 I3
C903 I3
2913 G2
14.2V
I905 E6
4
3937 D2
67
for Stereo only
F5202 A12
for Stereo only
F5206 A11
I
A
B
14
1
F5401 C1
F5402 B1
456
F5505 A2
F5506 A1
F5601 D10
10
F5216 C11
I926 I8
I927 G11
14
6901 B14
0V
F5603 E10
6904 B11
3902 A1
6906 B5
6907 B6
6910 C4
6911 A1
..V MEASURED IN RECORD MODE
6913 F10
33
7905 C14
7906 C9
7907 C2
7908 C4
7909 D3
I910 D3
I911 D4
7911-B E12
7911-C G12
7912 E5
I915 F3
I916 F3
I917 G3
9704 I2
..V MEASURED IN PLAYBACK MODE
3909 B12
1.2V
F5102 C7
0V
0.7V
F5106 C6
2918 C13
F5110 B5
F5114 A5
F5120 A4
F5201 A13
5.1V
F5203 A12
3.1V
F5208 C11
F5219 B9
F5220 B9
0V
0V
F5405 A1
F5501 E1
F5503 D1
I933 A10
I934 A11
I935 A11
F5602 E10
0V
H
I
5906 B1
I929 H11
I921 G4
I923 F4
F907 D8
E
F909 D8
F910 E8
6908 F7
F914 H2
G
F904 D14
..
F
32
F901 A14
F908 E8
I908 F7
I909 C2
3965 A13
0V
I912 D3
I913 E4
I914 F3
34
I902 C10
I903 C13
I918 G3
0V
0V
5.1V
F5101 C8
0V
5.1V
0V
I906 E5
5
31
3964 A12
0V
I925 I7
0.8V
I919 G4
F5116 C6
3.7V
0V
3908 B13
3967 A12
F5119 A5
0V
3966 H1
I931 G12
I932 E12
0V
0.4V
I930 I11
I924 G6
F5210 B9
I920 G4
I928 H11
2V
1951 A4
1.8V
1.7V
6905 F8
F903 D14
1.4V
F902 D14
6909 C4
OSCILLOGRAMS
I921
F911 H5
F913 G5
1952 A9
0V
3962 H1
0V
35
3963 A11
I922 F4
36
I901 C9
F5108 C6
5.1V
5.1V
0.5V
I907 E6
3
4
5
6
I919
1955
FE-BT-VK-N
1
2
F5208
F5601
F5220
3912
75R
7909
BC857BW
GNDVARI
3960
F5219
I928
1956
JPJ8318
F904
GNDVIO
F903
F907
BZX284-C6V8
6906
GNDVIO
F902
3910
100K
220R
3941
F5203
4905
GNDAIO
GNDVIO
GNDVIO
F911
8
Vss
2
Y0
1
Y1
15
Z
7VNEG
F5104
7911-B
HEF4053BT
6
E
10
S
16
Vdd
7
Vee
GNDAIO
GNDVIO
F914
GNDVIO
100K
3954
GNDAIO
I915
I918
470p
2916
470p
2919
I917
2918
470p
I912
10u
5901
I911
I908
100n
2909
I927
470p
2921
I926
470p
2920
I931
I923
C901
GND
5V_STBY
F5103
F5106
GNDAIO
GNDVIO
I903
I902
3
GNDAIO
GNDVIO
GNDAIO
1954-B
1
2
14VM1
GNDVIO
GNDVIO
BC847BW
7910
GNDAIO
14VM1
390R
3942
100n
2912
GNDAIO
GNDVIO
F5102
F5603
GNDVIO
GNDVIO
GNDVIO
F5116
BC847BW
7912
2924
68p
7VNEG
5V_STBY
I936
BZX284-C6V8
6912
7907
BC847BW
22p
2906
14VM15V_STBY
5V_STBY
3913
75R
6K8
3962
6K8
3966
7VNEG
BC847BW
7908
I934
150R
3961
2923
220u
6K8
3945
I932
F5506
F5503
F5120
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
GNDVIO
F5110
6904
BZM55-C12
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
4901
4903
100p
2932
3916
6K8
10
12
GNDVARI
100p
2933
14
GND
117
2
O1
16
O2
15
O3
20
PVCC119PVCC2
PVCC3
18
11
SCL
9
SDA
3
VCC
4
6
8
7
Vss
8
Y0
12
Y1
13
Z
14
STV6401
7904
5
DB1
7
DB2
13
DB3
HEF4053BT
7911-A
E
6
S
11
Vdd
16
Vee
1u
2929
220R
3922
3931
220R
2926
100p
GND
100K
3953
100R
3963
7VNEG
5906
F5405
BZX284-C6V8
6901
18VNEG
GNDFV
100u
5904
3965
100R
3925
3967
100R
3903
220R
18VNEG
C903
3909
3905
10u
2915
BZM55-C12
6909
3957
220R
3930
3921
75R
3933
220R
100R
3949
3923
220R
4902
3906
BZX284-C6V8
6905
5V_STBY
2931
1n
100n
2910
100p
2925
100n
2913
3958
100R
39643924
220R
6908
BZX284-C6V8
GNDAIO
5905
2908
10u
F5201
3915
Y0
Y1
3
Z
4
BC817-40
7913
HEF4053BT
7911-C
E
6
S
9
Vdd
16
Vee7Vss
8
5
3908
7VNEG
5V_STBY
2914
100n
220R
3932
100p
2927
47R
3935
5V_STBY
F5505
GNDVARI
6K8
3914
2903
4907
3917
4K7
10u
9704
3920
6K8
1n
2930
7906
BC847C
7917
4K7
3927
BC847C
F5401
I933
7914
BC847BW
100n
10K
3943
6K8
3918
2911
3901
2K2
4904
BZM55-C12
6907
2904
10u
2902
47u
2901
100n
I935
3934
470R
10u
2922
100K
470R
3928
100K
3956
3955
3937
47R
2928
5V_STBY
6913
BZM55-C12
1u
6903
MTZJ12C
100K
3926
6902
MTZJ12C
1K
3938
100n
2905
3907
3948
100R
3940
220R
4K7
3946
F5501
7905
BC847C
F5119
F5101
9VASW
F5402
GNDVARI
F5114
4908
6910
9VASW
75R
3902
100n
2907
BZM55-C12
100K
3911
3904
47R
3947
68K
3944
VideoOut
16
blanking
7
blue
11
green
15
red|c
7VNEG
21
4
5
9
6
AudInL
AudInR
2
AudOutL
3
1
AudOutR
8
Swtching
20
VideoIn
19
1952
7135D
10
13
14
17
18
4
5
6
1954-A
7
8
3919
100K
1954-C
2
AudInR
3
AudOutL
1
AudOutR
8
Swtching
20
VideoIn
19
VideoOut
blanking
16
7
blue
11
green
15
red|c
1951
10
131417
18
21
4
5
9
6
AudInL
820R
3939
7133
GNDAIO
10K
3936
F909
C902
GNDAIO
F5602
I901
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
I904
I929
4951
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
I930
F5210
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
F901
F906
F905
BZX284-C6V8
6911
GNDFV
F910
F908
4K7
3952
GNDVIO
F5202
F5108
75R
3929
7VNEG
F5206
GNDD
GNDVIO
F5216
I905
I924
F913
GNDD
GNDD
GNDVIO
GNDVIO
GNDVARI
3959
GNDVIO
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
GNDVARI
I909
GNDVIO
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
I910
I907
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
5V_STBY
I906
2917
470p
I913
I925
I922
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
GNDAIO
I920
I914
GNDAIO
GNDVIO
GNDAIO
I916
5V_STBY
GNDVIO
GNDVIO
AINFL
AINFR
5V_STBY
green
blue
5V_STBY9VASW14VM1
18VNEG
VIN1
10SC12
AFV
AOUT1R
AOUT1L
red
AIN2L
AIN1R
AIN1L
VBS
VFV
VOUT
8SC1L
8SC1M
SCL
SDA
green
blue
red
VMOD
AINF_AIN2
AIN1
AMLP
8SC1
8SC2
AOUT2R
AIN2R
AOUT2L
IO-8920-11
Interconnections:
AF page 73 AL page 72AIO1 page 66 AIO2 page 65 DE page 67 FM ST page 70 FM NIC-page 71
FV page 69 FOME page 78 I/O page 77 PS page 64
AF page 73 AL page 72AIO1 page 66 AIO2 page 65 DE page 67 FM ST page 70 FM NIC-page 71
FV page 69 FOME page 78 I/O page 77 PS page 64
I532
I531
33K
3541
I530
1u
2536
30
VIN1
1
3542
2532
2n2
2534
180p
33K
3545
33K
F530
GNDFOME
3540
10M
5V_1WSTBY
3543
I541
C530
GNDVIO
2537
6
VFV
23
VPO page 76
VS page 75VS_S page 74
10
I539
I540
33K
1u
3544
11
2533
2n2
2535
180p
33K
3546
33K
D
E
OSCILLOGRAMS
..
..V MEASURED IN RECORD MODE
..V MEASURED IN PLAYBACK MODE
FoMe-8920-9
7.16 Wiring Diagram
Motherboard
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
79VR1207.
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
7172
CLOCK ADJUST
7.17 Mother board - solder side
80VR1207.
Engineer's remarks:
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
81VR1207.
Engineer's remarks:
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
82VR1207.
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
ZF-out
40.4 TRAP
TP
BAND I
AGC
SCL
AFC
AFC
SDA
SEC-CHR.
CURRENT
17 /3.3 MHz TP
3.3 MHz
CSRP
FMPV
TP BIAS
1
TP
MOT.
ADJ.
(option)
DRUM
5VS1
SYNC
TRIV
HP1
7.18 Mother board - component side
83VR1207.
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
84VR1207.
7.19 Connector print (ACP10)
1953
1952
1951
1
2
3
1
2
3
1
2
3
6002
GNDESD
6000
GNDESD
6001
GNDESD
BZX284-C12
GNDV
BZX284-C12
GNDA
BZX284-C12
GNDA
3420
5003
3421
5004
VV
100U
100U
2412
6003
GNDESD
5001
220u
5002
220u
V
3401
BZX284-C12
GNDV
GNDA
GNDA
75R
2401
2404
470p
GNDA
470p
GNDA
3402
3403
1M
1M
2403
2405
7.21 Connector print lay out (ACP10)
ACP10
+12V
+12V
+12V
+12V
2406
100n
100n
3406
GNDA
+12V
3409
GNDA
7001
BC847C
4K7
7002
BC847C
4K7
2402
GNDA
GNDA
GNDV
+12V
GNDA
1
AUDIO_R
2
GNDA
3
AUDIO_L
4
GNDV
5
+12V
6
VIDEO
1950
to AMB
1955
3404
470K
1u
16
3405
680K
GNDA
+12V
3407
470K
1u
16
3408
680K
GNDA
3410
6
c
e
b
c
e
b
150R
3000
BLM21
1970
1
GNDESD
ACP10
1
6
7.20 Connector print (ACP1)
I004
I002
5001
6000
6001
3420
5003
BZX79-C12
GNDA
3421
5004
BZX79-C12
GNDA
2412
I019
6003
GNDESD
100U
I010
100U
VVV
BZX79-C12
220u
5002
220u
GNDV
3401
I011
GNDA
75R
3402
2401
470P
I005
GNDA
3403
2404
470P
GNDAGNDA
Cinch
1953
Cinch
1952
Cinch
1951
1
2
3
1
2
3
1
2
3
6002
GNDESD
I001
I003
GNDESD
I009
GNDESD
I015
I014
BZX79-C12
GNDV
7.22 Connector print lay out (ACP1)
+12V
+12V
I007
3404
470K
I006
2403
1u
16
1M
2405
1u
16
1M
3405
GNDA
+12V
3407
3408
GNDA
I012
3410
150R
680K
470K
680K
GNDA
+12V
GNDA
7001
BC847C
3406
7002
BC847C
3409
GNDESD
+12V
+12V
100n
2402
2406
100n
GNDA
GNDA
4K7
I008
HLEM
1
AUDIO_R
2
I013
4K7
GNDA
GNDV
+12V
I016
GNDA
3
AUDIO_L
4
GNDV
5
+12V
6
VIDEO
1950
to AMB
1955
I017
3000
BLM21
I018
1970
1
Circuit diagrams and PWB layouts, Wiring diagram
QBOG1
40662
97-03-05
QBOG1
40662
97-03-05
1106
5005
24032401
3402 3405
11081107
2404
2405
1103
2410
7001
7002
3408
3409
3410
3404
2412
3401
2411
3403
3406
3407
2406
2402
12
12
B
A
B
A
2401 A 1
2402 A 1
2403 A 1
2404 A 2
2405 A 2
2406 A 1
2410 B 1
2411 B 1
2412 B 2
3401 B 2
3402 A 1
3403 A 1
3404 A 1
3405 A 1
3406 A 2
3407 A 2
3408 A 2
3409 A 2
3410 A 2
5005 A 1
7001 A 1
7002 A 2
85VR1207.
7.23 Connector print (QBOE1, QBOG1)
A
1
B
C
D
2
3
6000
BZX55-C12
ESD
1
2
3
2410
5003
GNDA
2411
5001
220u
470p
100u
5002
220u
470p
AUDIO L
3402
GNDA
AUDIO R
3403
1M
1M
2401
GNDA
2404
2403
470p
2405
470p
1u
16V
50V
1u
16V
50V
451623
+12V
470k
3404
7001
BC848C
680k
3405
3406
GNDAGNDA
+12V
470k
3407
7002
BC848C
680k
3408
3409
4k7
4k7
2402
GNDA
+12V
2406
GNDA
100n
100n
50V
GNDA
GNDV
TO 1955 MOBO
50V
1103
1
AINFR
2
GNDAIO
3
AINFL
4
GNDVSIO
5
12VA
6
VFR
A
B
C
D
0005 F 5
1103 C 6
2401 B 3
2402 A 5
2403 B 4
2404 D 3
2405 D 4
2406 C 5
2410 B 1
2411 D 1
2412 F 2
3401 F 3
3402 B 3
3403 D 3
3404 A 4
3405 B 4
3406 B 4
3407 C 4
3408 D 4
3409 D 4
3410 F 4
5001 B 2
5002 D 2
5003 C 1
5004 D 1
5005 F 5
6000 C 1
6001 E 1
6002 G 2
6003 G 2
7001 B 4
7002 D 4
7.24 Connector print (QBOE1)
3410
2412
3401
5005
6003
1108
00-01-20
00-01-20
6002
3406
2406
3407
6001
40672
40672
7002
1103
3409
3903
3408
2405
1107
2411
QBOE1
QBOE1
2402
2404
3404
6000
7001
3403
2410
2401
1106
3405
3402
2403
5003
5001
1106
3901
5002
5004
1103
1107
3902
QBOE1
0005
1108
40672
00-01-20
6001
5004
100u
GNDAGNDA
BZX55-C12
ESD
E
2
1
F
GNDV
G
BZX55-C12
H
GNDA
VIDEO IN
75E
2412
470p
3401
GNDV
6002
6003
BZX55-C12
ESDESDESD
GNDAGNDA
3410
150E
451623
5005
600E
0005
to QMB1
QBOG1(40662)
7.25 Connector print (QBOG1)
E
F
A
B
G
H
12
6001
5003
5002
5004
97-03-05
1103
3901
6002
11081107
40662
6000
0005
1106
5001
12
QBOG1
6003
0005 A 1
1103 A 2
1106 B 1
1107 B 1
1108 B 2
3901 A 2
5001 B 1
5002 B 1
5003 A 1
Operating mode:
Example: SP, Record & Play
Record video signal and play
Test point: Connection
point for the measuring
instrument (signal)
TPADJ.MODEINPUT
Emitter
7513
TAPEMEAS. EQSPEC.
Blank tape
back section just recorded
The element
to be set
R3045
SP.Record &
Playback
Oscilloscope,
Video Pattern
Generator
Required test signal and
signal input:
Example: White picture
video signal to SCART
input
SCART-Input
White pic ture
pp
1V
±40mV
0V
A: AC, 50mV/Div, 50ns/Div
IC 7072 Pin 17
8.3.2SECAM chrominance record current adjustment [3088]:
Purpose:
To set the optimum record SECAM chroma level.
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
If the record level is too high, beats may appear on the
picture. If the level is too low, the colour may be degraded.
Tape required for the
setting work
Measuring
instrument
Required value
GB 92VR1208.
Electrical alignments
Notes:
With varying frame amplitudes, the setting is made for the
greatest amplitude.
REC
A
A: AC, 50mV/Div, 20us/Div
8.4Front End (FV)
Service tasks after replacement of IC 7705, coil L5702 and
TUMOD:
8.4.1AFC Adjustment:
Purpose:
Correct adjustment of demodulator AFC - circuit
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
Bad or disturbed TV channel reception.
PAL - AFC adjustment [5702]:
8.4.2HF - AGC adjustment [3707]:
Service tasks after replacement of ICs 7705, or TUMOD:
Purpose:
Set amplifier control.
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
Picture jitter if input level is too low and picture distortion if
input level is too high.
8.4.3Attenuating the 40.4 MHz [5704]: (SECAM only)
Service tasks after replacement of coil 5704:
Purpose:
To attenuate the band I carrier rests.
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
Bad picture quality when the filter attenuates the picture
carrier (38.9MHz).
SECAM band 1 - AFC adjustment [3730]: (SECAM L / L’
only)
Before commencing adjustment:
– Switch to a band 1 SECAM L’ preset.
– Is the system switch, in the menu ‘MANUAL
SEARCHING’, not possible, press the right cursor key of
the remote in the ‘CHANNEL NUMBER’ line for a short
moment.
– A fine-tuning will be done and the system will switch to
the ‘AUTO’ function.
If the adjustment is correct the signal at pin 1 of SFW [1704]
must be smaller than the input signal amplitude by at least 5
dB.
8.5Deck electronics (DE)
Service tasks after replacement of IC 7463:
8.5.1Motor frequency - adjustment [2492] (OPTION):
Purpose:
To adjust the working frequency of the head motor driver
(not necessary for M63100 BFP).
Result of an incorrect adjustment:
Head motor doesn’t start correctly.
Before commencing adjustment:
–bring VCR in to EJECT state
–disconnect set from main power source
–remove cable 8004 from connector 1948
–connect test point DRUM [9417] with 5VS1 [9869] (wires
on component side)
–reconnect to main power source
Electrical alignments
After a correct adjustment, the display shows 1;0 when
incorrect. In case of unsuccessful tuning the VCR ejects the
cassette. To leave the step, press SELECT.
Causes of incorrect adjustment :
Incorrect standard video signal.
Scanner fault.
Microprocessor fault.
GB 93VR1208.
1e
1e2e
A: DC, 5V/DIV, 50ms/Div
Connector 1948 PIN1-3
2e
153.6 ms = 6e
>
8.6Servo System (AIO1)
Service tasks after replacement of the head drum SYCA
7004-B or EEPROM.
8.6.1Setting the gap position (GAP):
8.6.2”Studio Picture control” adjustment (SPC):
Purpose:
Adjustment of the reference level for the SPC.
Symptom if incorrectly set:
The picture is played back at a lower resolution than would
be possible.
0V
–Video signal via Scart or aerial
–Enter the service test program and, whilst the step is
flashing, input the step number 52, using the numerical
keys.
–Insert SPC Alignment Tape 4822 397 30268.
–By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 52 is flashing,
the recorder makes a recording in SP mode (approx. 10
sec.) and in LP mode (approx. 10 sec.), rewinds and
carries out a playback with automatic adjustment.
–After a correct adjustment the display shows 1, and 0 for
incorrect adjustments. In case of unsuccessful tuning the
VCR ejects the cassette.
Purpose:
To determine the correct head switching point during
playback.
Symptom if incorrectly set:
Head switching fault and/or vertical picture flickers.
–Enter the service test program and, whilst step display is
flashing, enter the step number 51, using the numerical
keys.
–Insert a test cassette (e.g. 4822 397 30103) with the
standard video signal in the VCR.
–By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 51 is flashing,
the automatic adjustment is triggered and stored in the
EEPROM .
To leave the step press SELECT.
GB 94VR1208.
8.7Audio linear - ( AL)
Service tasks after replacement of coil L5600, IC7004 or the
audio heads:
8.7.1 Adjusting the erasing frequency [5600]:
Purpose:
To set the correct recording erasing frequency.
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
Erasing frequency or its harmonics cause audio faults.
8.7.2Adjustment of bias current [3625]:
Purpose:
To set the optimum record bias current.
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
If the audio level is too high, the higher frequencies of the
linear sound are too low.
If the level is too low, the higher frequencies are too strong
and sound distortions increase.
Electrical alignments
By pressing the SELECT button whilst step 62 is flashing, the
output select is switched to Mono and the display shows, for
instance:
–Make a recording of the audio signal on E1.
–Connect the millivoltmeter to Scart1 Pin1(Audio out) and
play the recording back.
–The level on Scart 1, Pin1 (Audio out) can be adjusted to
the set value by pressing the UP (value increases) or
DOWN keys (value decreases).
–(The amplitude changes by 1 dB each time the key is
pressed).
–The range is shown in the display by the numbers 0...31.
–The value is automatically stored in the EE-PROM each
time the button is pressed.
Checking the ’bias’ adjustment:
Apply a sine-wave signal with an amplitude of 50mVeff to the
SCART audio input. Record the 1kHz signal and 10kHz
signal for 30 seconds each. Play back the recording and
check that the amplitude difference is in the ±3dB range. If
this is not the case, correct the value for the magnetic biasing
current. If the treble is too low, the bias current should be
reduced slightly. If the distortion is too great, the bias current
should be increased slightly.
(approximate value: +1V = -1dB Treble).
8.7.3Adjustment of the audio linear playback amplitude [IICbus]:
Purpose:
To set audio part amplification LA71595 [7004-A]
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
Playback sounds too low or too loud.
Enter the service test program and, whilst step display is
flashing, enter the step number 62, using the numerical keys.
8.8Display Control (AIO2)
Service tasks after replacement of the clock quartz [1170] or
the EEPROM:
8.8.1Clock frequency output
Purpose:
Setting the exact clock function.
Symptom, if incorrectly set:
The clock is too fast or too slow.
Remove the Motherboard from the frame and bring it into the
service position.
Enter the service test program and, whilst step display is
flashing, enter the step number 99, using the numerical
keys.
After entering with SELECT, the display is switched off and
the watch symbol is flashing, no further function can be
carried out. At the CLOCK ADJUST measuring point [7899A, pin 71], the uncorrected clock frequency of approx. 8192
Hz is always output.
Measure the output frequency with the calibrated counter
(minimum resolution of 6 digits) and note down the value
).
(f
mess
Determining the deviation (in ppm):
..... measured frequency
f
mess
........target frequency (8192,00 Hz)
f
nom
Deviation = 1x106 x (f
mess
- f
nom
) /
fnom
Determining the correction value for Step 53:
Correction value = Deviation / 0.763 + 128 (round off to whole
number)
The calculated correction value must be between 0 and 255
(change quartz otherwise), and must be entered in Step 53
and saved.
This step can either be exited by performing a main power
source reset, after which the service program must be
entered again or by pressing any key on the set, before
step 53 can be entered.
Before carrying out step 53, the correction value must be
established in step 99.
Electrical alignments
GB 95VR1208.
By pressing the SELECT key whilst step 53 is flashing, the
display shows, for instance (128 is the default value of an
empty EEPROM):
Using the numerical keys of the remote control, the
established correction value from Step 99 is entered as a 3digit number (value must be between 0 and 255).
After pressing the OK key on the remote control, the entered
code is stored, the display shows OK for approx. 3 seconds
and then the stored value in decimal format.
In case of an invalid entry (value >255), the activation of the
OK key causes the content of the last stored value to be
displayed and OK does not appear in the display.
To leave the step press Select.
Mains voltage: 195-264 Vrms
Maximum output: 15W / 40W
(continuous /
maximum output)
Operating frequency: 40 kHz
Efficiency: approx. 75 % at
maximum output
Six different direct voltages are supplied on the power supply
outputs.
9.1.2Functional principle:
This power supply functions in a similar way to a blocking
oscillator. In the supply voltage part [1300 to 2318], the mains
voltage is rectified and buffered in the capacitor [2318]. From
this direct voltage [2318] energy is transferred into the
transformer [5301, pins 1-3] during the conductive phase of
the switching transistor [7302] and is stored there as
magnetic energy. This energy is passed to the secondary
outputs on the power supply in the in the blocking phase of
the switching transistor [7302]. With the switch-on time of the
switching transistor [7302], the energy transferred in every
cycle is regulated in such a way that the output voltages
remain constant regardless of changes in the load or input
voltages. The power transistor is activated using the
integrated switch [7303] ( see figure 9-1 ).
9.1.3Supply voltage part
The supply voltage part extends from the mains socket
[1300] to the capacitor [2318]. Using the diodes [6310, 6311,
6312 and 6313] the a.c. supply voltage is rectified and
buffered using the capacitor [2318]. The line reactor [5305]
and capacitor [2316] create a filter to keep interference
arising in the power supply away from the mains.
Components [1302], [3326] and [3323] protect the power
supply against short-term overvoltages in the mains, e.g.
caused by indirect effects from lightning.
9.1.4Start-up with Mains-on:
Following connection to the mains, the capacitor [2310] is
loaded via the start-up resistor [3318] and a current source
between pin 8 and pin 6 on the IC [7303]. Once the voltage
on [2310] and therefore the supply voltage Vcc on the IC
[7303] has reached approx. 13V, the IC starts up and issues
pulses to its output on pin 5. These pulses are used to control
the gate on the power transistor [7302] ( see figure 9-2 ). The
frequency has a fixed setting in the IC (approx. 40 kHz). The
current input on the IC is approx. 5 mA in normal mode.
If Vcc drops to below approx. 10V (e.g. with power limitation)
or if Vcc exceeds around 15V (interruption of the control
loop), the output on the IC [7303, pin 5] is blocked. All output
voltages on the power supply, and therefore also Vcc,
decrease. Once Vcc has dropped to below approx. 6.5V, a
new start-up cycle begins. (See also “Overload, Power
Limitation, Burst Mode“ section)
MC44608
1
ISENSE
2
200 µA
0
start - up
phase
NC
7
VI
start - up
management
Vcc
management
switching phase
&
stand - by
200 µA
8
10
leading edge
blanking
3318
C demag
stand - by
management
65mV/45mV
latched off phase
start up phase
+
1
DEMAG
current mirror
current mirror
200 µA
&
t
OVP - out
thermal shutdown
regulation
block
&
latch OFF phase
PWM
comp
&
quick OVP
PWM
latch
stand by
current and voltage
references
UVL01
&
output
buffer
DRIVER
01
VCC
GND
CTRL
6
2310
6307
7300
7302
5301
5
3314
6304
+
6305
4
3
Figure 9-1
GB 98VR1209.
9
9
Circuit descriptions and List of abbreviations
.1.5Normal mode:
With the power supply in normal mode, the periodic
sequences in the circuit are divided primarily into the
conductive and blocking phase of the switching transistor
[7302]. During the conductive phase of the switching
transistor [7302], current flows from the rectified mains
voltage to the capacitor [2318] through the primary coil on the
transformer [5301, pins 1-3], the transistor [7302] and
resistors [3314, 3331] to earth ( see figure 9-1 ). The positive
voltage on pin 1 of the transformer [5301] can be assumed to
be constant for a switching cycle. The current in the primary
coil on the transformer [5301] increases linearly in the pattern
of U=L*di/dt. A magnetic field representing a certain volume
of the primary current is formed inside the transformer. In this
phase, the voltages on the secondary coils are polarised in
such a way that the diodes [6300, 6301, 6306, 6308 and
6309] block. From the controller on [7301], a current is
supplied to the CTRL input on the IC [pin 3, 7303] via
optocoupler [7300]. Once the switch-on time for the switching
transistor [7302] has been reached, which corresponds to the
current supplied on the CTRL input, the switching transistor
is switched off.
Once the switching transs been switched off, the blocking phase begins. No more energy will be transferred into the
transformer. The inductivity of the transformer will still
attempt to maintain the current which has flowed through it
(U=L*di/dt) at a constant level. As the primary current circuit
is interrupted by the shut-off switching transistor [7302], the
current will flow through the secondary coils.
The polarity of the voltages on the transformer is reversed,
which means that the diodes [6300, 6301, 6306, 6308 and
6309] become conductive and current flows into the
capacitors [2301, 2305, 2309, 2311 and 2312] and the load.
This current is also ramp-shaped (di/dt negative, therefore
decreasing).
The control adjustment for the switched-mode power
supply is made by changing the conductive phase of the
switching transistor ( see figure 9-2 ), so that either more or
less energy is transferred from the rectified mains voltage to
[2318] in the transformer. The control information is provided
by the control element [7301]. This element compares the 5V
output voltage via the voltage dividers [3300, 3306, 3336]
with an internal 2.5V reference voltage. The output voltage
from [7301] passes via an optocoupler [7300] (for the metallic
isolation of the primary and secondary parts) as the current
value to pin 3 on the IC [7303]. The switch-on time for the
switching transistor [7302] is inversely proportional to the
value of this current.
.1.6Overload, power limitation, burst mode:
followed by another start-up attempt ( Burst Mode ). The
amount of power taken up from the mains in burst mode is
low.
9.1.7Standby mode:
In the ‘Standby‘ operating mode on the device, the ’STBY‘
control line is used to shut off the output voltages 14AL, 5VA
and 5VD on the power supply to minimise the amount of
power taken up from the mains. The supply to the display
heating can also be switched off using the ‘I1WSTBY‘ control
line. The power supply itself will continue to function
continuously in the ‘Standby‘ operating mode with a
switching frequency of 40kHz.
U
3
= UGS
I
D
UDS
t
Figure 9-2
9.2Operating unit DC (DC part)
The microcontroller TMP93CT76F [7899-A] is a 16 bit
microcontroller fitted with 128Kb ROM and 2.5Kb RAM.
It is the core element of the operating unit, fulfilling the
following tasks with the respective functional groups:
t
I
Dmax
point of reversal
t
With an increasing load on one or more power supply
outputs, the switch-on time for the power transistor [7302]
also increases, and thus also the peak value of the deltashaped current through this power transistor. The equivalent
voltage circuit for this current profile is passed from resistors
[3314] and [3331] via [3312] and [3347] to pin 2 on the IC
[7305]. If the voltage on pin 2 reaches 1V in one switching
cycle, the conductive phase of the switching transistor is
ended immediately. This check is made in each individual
switching cycle. This process ensures that no more than
approx. 48W can be taken out of the mains (= power limitation).
If the power supply reaches the power limit, the output
voltages and the supply voltage Vcc on pin 6 of the IC [7303]
will be reduced following further loading. If Vcc is less than
approx. 10V at any point during this process, the output on
the IC [7303, pin 5] is blocked. All output voltages and Vcc
are reduced. Once Vcc has dropped to below approx. 6.5V,
a new start-up cycle begins. If the overload status or shortcircuit remains, the power limitation will be activated
immediately and the voltages will continue to be reduced,
•Integrated VFD driver
•Timer
•Evaluation of the keyboard matrix
•Decoding the remote control commands from the infrared receiver pos. 6170
•Activation of the display
•Back-up mode
In normal operation, the P is operated in dual-clock mode, i.e.
both quartzes [1170, 1171] oscillate. The time is derived from
the slow quartz [1170] (32.768 kHz), and the fast quartz
[1171] (16MHz) is used to generate the system clock
frequency.
In case of a mains failure (back-up mode) the P is not reset,
but instead the mains failure is registered by the IPOR
interrupt 3 [7899-B] (pin 67) and the P is moved into “Sleep
mode” (low pow er consumption). The 16MHz quartz is turned
off and the 32kHz quartz is then used as the clock and
system clock frequency. The operating voltage for the AIO is
buffered by a back-up cell [pos. 2174, 2172]. A diode [6171]
prevents this gold capacity from discharging.
Circuit descriptions and List of abbreviations
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9.2.1Evaluation of the keyboard matrix
There are 12 different keys. Each key function is assigned a
fixed voltage value. This value is decoded using an
analogue/digital (A/D) port (7899-B, pin 56). Each
mechanical key position on the printed board can adopt any
key function via a coding resistor. Pressing keys
simultaneously may lead to undesired functions!
Schematic:
10K
DC-KEY
[7899-B, pin56]
27K
47K
100K
REC
STBY
STOP
18K
STOP/EJECT
EJECT
12K
PLAY
5K6
WIND
REW
3K9
MONITOR
8K2
9.2.2IR receiver and signal evaluation
The IR receiver [6170] includes a selective, controlled
amplifier in addition to a photo-diode. The photo-diode
changes the received transmission (approx. 940nm) in
electrical pulses, which are then amplified and demodulated.
On the output of the IR receiver [7220] a level lift 0V/5V pulse
sequence, which corresponds to the envelope curve of the
received IR remote control command, can be measured. This
pulse sequence is input into the controller for further signal
evaluation via input IRR [7899-B, pin 46].
9.3Central Control AIO (AIO part)
The microcontroller (µC) TMP93CT76F [7899-B] includes
the following functions:
•PWM outputs
•A/D converters
•Composite sync input
•Special servo inputs for VCR functions
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C-BUS interface
•I
•Shuttle evaluation
1K2
2K2
STILL
0E
470E
DOWN
UP
9.2.3Activation and function of the VFD display
In principle, the VFD display [7170] is a tube triode in which
the heating filaments in the tube serve as cathodes (F+,F-).
The 7 grids (G1 - G7) are activated via PC2 - PC7, PD0 on
the controller, and the 16 anodes (P1 - P16) are controlled via
ports PE0 - PE7, PF0 - PF7, PC0, PC1 on the controller,
each with a positive potential compared to the cathode.
The grids and anodes (digits and symbols to be displayed)
are activated in the time-multiplex procedure, voltage lift 5V/
-18V. A dimmer function is generated using pulse-width
modulation of the grid control signals. At maximum display
brightness, the pulse width for each grid is 2.16 ms. It can be
reduced, controlled using software, which reduces the visual
brightness of the VFD display accordingly.
A digit or symbol is only illuminated if the corresponding
anode and the surrounding grid are switched simultaneously
to 5V for a certain time within a scanning period. The
electrons emitted from the cathode are accelerated by the
positively charged grid and hit the luminous layer of the
anode which is also positively charged.
During the remainder of the scanning period, the
corresponding grid and parts of the anode are at -18V, due to
the internal pull-down resistors in the controller. This
potential is still lower than the average cathode potential of
approx. -15V, prevents the acceleration of electrons, thus
causing the relevant grid and anode segments to go dark.
The heating direct voltage of the display (U = 3.5V) is
supplied from the power supply via lines HELO or HEHI to
pins F+ and F- to the VFD display. Resistors [3070] and
[3071] restrict F- to approx. -15V.
9.3.1Analogue interface to the C:
The following analogue levels are supplied to the µ C’s
internal analogue/digital (A/D) converter:
•TAE/TASTape End / Tape Start Detection
•TRIVTracking Information Video
•TRIATracking Information Audio
•AGCAutomatic Gain Control
•AFCAutomatic Frequency Control
•8SC1/2Pin 8 Scart1 or Scart2 switching
voltage
•Key-inKeypad evaluation
9.3.2Tape end - LED control :
The LED current is switched using transistor [7804]. The ON
time is approx. 1 msec and the OFF time approx. 12 msec
during playback and 1msec to 5.5msec during the winding
functions.
The LED current is typically 150 mA. In order to prevent
interference from the relatively high pulsed current
‘spreading’ through the entire unit, the LED is fed from the
14VM1, and filtered by 2 resistors [3800, 3805] with 10R
each and a 220µF electrolytic capacitor [2803].
9.3.3CMT detection (video detection with CSYNC)
This has been extended due to identification problems with
weak transmission signals and video signals not conforming
to the STANDARD (common channel interference). The
CSYNC line is supplied to the µP [7899-B] on pin 50. A
hardware integration [7807,7808,7809] of the video pulse
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compensates the interference generated by the common
channels and weak signals.
.3.4EE-PROM
The EE-PROM [7818] is a non-volatile memory which can be
erased and written to electrically. (Data remains even if the
operating voltage fails). Data specific to the device such as
the X distance, head changeover position, preset stations,
optional bytes etc. is stored in the EE-PROM [7818]. The
data is accessed by the µP via the I
2
C bus.
.3.5Easy link (P50)
For the communication between the TV set, video recorder
and the peripheral devices, a bi-directional single-wire bus is
used, which runs via pin 10 to scart socket 1.
The output signal is generated on pin 84 of the µC [7899-B],
pin 68 is the signal input.
.3.6Shuttle
The shuttle is connected to the motherboard on plug
pos.1982. It is a binary coded rotary switch with a rotation
angle of +/- 70 degrees and 16 switch positions. These are
input and evaluated via four lines (shuttle b1 - shuttle b4) to
the input ports P24 - P27 [7899B pins 2-5].
this step-up. This creates an aperiodic transient response in
the resonance. Beyond the resonance frequency, there is an
adjustment in terms of a steep fall in the frequency
transmission characteristic. This effectively suppresses highfrequency pick-ups. The CTL head signal amplitude in
standard play is around 1mVp (typ.) which means that the
amplification for the playback amplifier must be
correspondingly high. To avoid offset problems, a 100 F
electrolytic capacitor [2490] is fitted in the negative feedback
branch for DC decoupling.
The polarity of the playback amplifier can be changed using
the Video Index Search System (VISS) voltage. This is the
only way in which the P can write a VISS mark on the tape
without spikes. The Write/Read (W/R) signal is used to
switch over between record and playback:
W = “H“, R = “L“.
9.4.2Power on reset (POR) generator
The POR generator contained in the M63100FP [7463]
requires only one external capacitor [2477], which specifies
the length of the POR pulse. For 33 nF, t
POR
The response threshold of the reset circuit is between 4.5
and 4.8 V. Supply fluctuations which are shorter than tPOR/
100 area and which do not fall below 4.0 V, do not trigger the
POR. The P is reset using the inverted POR.
9.4.3The sensor interface :
is approx. 30ms.
.3.7Satmouse
For activating a sat-receiver via an external infrared
electronic transmission unit (Satmouse) a bi-directional data
line, a short-circuit proof +5V and earth are provided via a 3pin 3.5mm jack [1941].
The +5V is limited to approx. 140 mA using a current limiting
switch [7812 and peripherals].
9.4Deck electronics DE (DE part)
The deck interface IC MP63100FP [7463] contains the
following functional groups:
•CTL stage (tape synchronisation)
•Sensor interface
•Power on reset
•Head drum motor driver
•Loading motor driver
•Capstan motor control
.4.1CTL stage
The IC M63100FP [7463] contains a read/write stage for the
CTL track with the option of overwriting an existing CTL track
without any interference. The playback stage is fitted with a
“digital” five-stage AGC. This logic circuit identifies the size of
the output signal supplied by the CTL head, and then selects
the best amplification ratio in the playback stage using
comparators.
The CTL head voltage can therefore vary greatly, if V
is great. The slowest tape speed is in LP mode. The
V
min
fastest speed is adjusted during rewind. To ensure that the
duty cycle in the tape sync is always reproduced correctly in
the conditions mentioned above (important for detecting
VISS marks), the amplifier must not be overdriven.
The five-stage AGC alone cannot cover the large dynamic
range of the input voltage. The amplifier is therefore also
equipped with a low pass characteristic (fg = 3kHz typ.;
internal).
In parallel with the CTL head is the RC cell comprising
capacitor [2479] and resistor [3471]. The capacitor [2479],
together with the CTL head inductivity, causes a resonance
step-up at around 10 kHz and the resistor [3471] suppresses
max
The four comparators in the M63100FP [7463] are used to
convert sensor signals to the logic level. The outputs are
overload protected by a current limiter and thermal overload
protection. Only the non-inverting input on each comparator
is accessible from the outside. The other inputs are
connected to an internal reference of 2.5V. The fixed
hysteresis of the comparators of approx. 18 mV is also
located internally.
The comparators are connected as follows:
Comparator 1: In = FTA, pin 39; Out = FTAD, pin 34:
FTA = threading tachometer. This signal comes from a forked
light barrier in the deck. An infra-red light beam is interrupted
by a 4-blade impeller (butterfly). The output amplitude for the
light barriers should be less than 2V for the low level and
greater than 3V in the high level to ensure a correct
evaluation process. An additional hysteresis is created with a
resistor [3476]. For unit versions <1W and FOME the
external operation amplifier [7530B] is used to reduce the
power consumption in <1W mode.
Comparator 2: In = WTR, pin 38; Out = WTRD, pin 33:
WTR = Winding tachometer right, from a reflection
photoelectric barrier. The level is the same as for the FTA.
Comparator 3: In = WTL, pin 37; Out = WTLD, pin 31 :
WTL = Winding tachometer left, from a reflection
photoelectric barrier. The level is the same as for the FTA.
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