Radio Shack 16-549, 16-550, 16-632 User Manual

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Cat. No. 16-549/550/632
OWNER’S MANUAL
Please read before using this equipment.
4-HEAD VHS HQ VCR
Model 112 (16-549) Model 113 (16-550)
Model 62 (Hi-Fi) (16-632)
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GROUND CLAM PS
NEC - NATI ON AL ELE CTRI CAL C ODE
EXAMPLE OF ANT ENNA GROUNDI NG AS P ER
NATIONAL ELE CTRICAL CODE
WIRE
DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)
ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250, PART H)
SERVICE EQUIPMENT
CLAMP
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
ANTENNA
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
GROUND
ELECTRIC
FIGURE A
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Read instructions
1.
— All the safety and operatin instructio ns shou ld b e read b efore t he ap pli ance is oper­ated.
Retain Instructions
2.
— The safet
and opera ting instruc-
tions should be retained for future reference.
Heed Warnings
3. the operatin
Follow Instructions
4.
— All warnin
s on the ap plianc e an d in
instructions should be adhered to.
— All operatin
and use instructions
should be followed.
Cleaning
5. cleanin ers. Use a damp cloth for cleanin
Attachments
6. mended b
— Unplu
the VCR from t he wall outle t before
it. Do no t use liq uid clea ners or ae rosol clea n-
.
— Do not use attachments not recom-
the VCR manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
Water and Moisture
7.
— Do not us e thi s V CR nea r w ater — for e xample, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen si nk, or laundr
tub, in a wet base ment, or near a swi mmin
pool.
Accessori es
8.
— Do not plac e this VCR on an unstable
cart, stand , tripod, brac ket, or table. The VCR ma
serious injury to someone an d serious damage
causi n to the appliance. Use onl bracket, or t able recommend ed b sold with the VCR. An
with a cart, stand, tripod,
the manufacturer or
mounting of the appliance should follow th e manufacturer ’s instructi ons and should us e a mountin
accessory recommend ed by the manu facturer. An applianc e and cart com bi nation shou l d be moved with care.
Quick sto ps, excessiv e force, a nd uneven su rfaces ma cause an appl i ance and cart co mbination t o overturn.
fall,
This VCR sho uld ne ve r be pl aced ne ar or ov er a radi ator or heat re
ister. This VCR should not be placed in a built­in install ation such as a boo kcase or rac k unless prop er ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have bee n adhered to.
Power Sources
10.
— This VCR should be operated on l from the type of po wer source indicated o n the marki n labe l. I f you are not sur e of th e type of power s upplied to
our home, consul t your appli ance deale r or loca l power
. For VCRs intended to operate from batter
compan power or other sources, refer to the o perating instruc­tions.
Grounding and Polarization
11 .
with a polarized alternatin in
one b lade wi der t han th e ot her). Th is plug will fit into
the power ou tle t o nl
one way. This is a safety feature. If
— Thi s VCR is equipp ed
-curren t line plug (a plug hav-
ou are unable to insert the plug fully into the outle t, tr
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
our electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safet
Power-Cord Protection
12. be routed so the pinched b
purpose of the polarized pl ug.
— Power-suppl
cords s hould
are not likely to be walked on or
items placed upon or against them , payin particula r atte ntion t o cords at plugs, conven ience re ce p­tacles, and the point where the
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
13. or cable s
stem is con nected to the VCR , be sure the antenna or cable s some protection a char
es.
ainst v oltage surges and built-up sta ti c
stem is grounded so as to provide
exit from the appliance.
— If an outside antenna
Section 81 0 of the Natio nal Ele ctrical Code, ANSI/N FPA No. 70-198 4, prov ides in format ion wi th re spec t to pr oper
rounding of the mast and sup porting structure, ground-
of the le ad- in wi re t o an an tenn a d isc harge unit, size
in of
rounding conduct ors, location o f antenna-disch arge unit, connection to ments for the
rounding electrodes, and require-
rounding electrode.
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Ventilation
9.
— Slots and o pen in
s in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable ope ration of t he VCR and t o prot ect it from o ve r­heatin
. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openin VCR on a bed, sofa, ru
s should never be blocked by placing the
, or ot he r s i mi l ar surf ace.
© 1997 Tandy Corporation.
Optimus is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
RadioShack is a trademark used by Tandy Corporation.
All Rights Reserved.
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CAUTION
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Lightning
14. durin unused for l on outlet and d isconn ect the antenna or cabl e s will prevent dama power-line sur
Power Lines
15. be locate d i n t he vicinit electric li such power lines or circuits. When installin antenna s from touchin them mi
Overloading
16. sion cords as this can re sult in a risk of fire or elec tric shock.
Object and Liquid Entry
17. kind into this VCR through openings as they may touch dan result in a fire or electric shock. Never s pill liquid of an kind on the VCR.
Servicing
18. as openin
qualifie d service pers onnel.
Damage Requiring Service
19. the wall outlet and refer servicin sonnel under the followi n
• When the power -suppl
• If liquid has been spilled or objects have falle n into the
• If the VCR has been exposed to ra i n or water.
• If the VCR does not ope rate no rmal l
• If the VCR has been dropped or the cabinet has been
• When the VCR exhibits a distinct chan
Replacement Parts
20. required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts, specified b have the sa me c harac teri stic s as the ori thorized substitutions ma injur
— For added protecti on for this VCR receiv er
a lightning storm, or when it i s left unattended and
erous voltage points o r short out parts that could
erous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to
ed.
fra
VCR.
operatin are covered b adjustment of other controls ma and will often require extensive work b technici an to restore th e VC R to its normal operation.
dama
mance — t hi s indicates a n eed for service.
to persons or other hazards.
periods of time, unplug it from the wall
e to the VCR due to lightning and
es.
— An outside antenna s
of overhead power lines or other
ht or power circuits, or whe re it can fall into
stem, extreme care should be taken to keep
such power lines or circuits as contact with
ht be fatal.
— Do not overload wall outlets and exten-
— Neve r push ob jects o f an
— Do not attempt to service this VCR
or remov ing covers may expose you to dan-
— Unplu
conditions:
cord or plug is damaged or
instructions. Adjust only those c ontrol s that
the operating instructions, as improp er
ed.
— When replacement parts are
result in fire, electric shock,
stem should not
an outside
this VCR from
to qualified service per-
following the
result in damage
a qualified
e in perfor-
the manufacturer, that
inal part. Una u-
stem. This
ourself
Safety Check
21. repairs to this VCR, ask the service technician to perform routine safet proper operatin
Heat
22.
— This V CR pr odu ct s houl d be s it uated awa heat sources such as radiat ors, heat re other products (includin
— Upon completion of an
checks to determine that the VCR is in
conditi on .
amplifiers) that produce heat.
service or
from
isters, stoves, or
Note to the cable TV system installer:
This reminder is to call the CATV system in­staller’s attention to Section 820-40 of the Na­tional Electrical Code, which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particu­lar, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Warning
: To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION
: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER -SERVICE­ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC­ING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.
This sy mbo l is in t en de d to al er t y ou t o the pr es ­ence of uninsula ted dan gerous voltage w ithin the product’s enclosure that might be of suffi­cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the product’s case.
This symbol is intended to inform you that im­porta nt op erati ng an d maint enanc e ins truct ions
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are incl uded in the l itera tur e accom panyi ng th is prod uct.
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FEATURES
Your Optimus M odel 112/113/62 4-Head VHS HQ VCR offers some of the most advanced features available in home video cassette re­corders.
Your VCR’s PLL (phase-locked loop) tuning ensures extremely a ccurate tuning of up to 68 VHF and UHF channels and up to 125 cable channels. The VCR’s full-function universal re­mote control and on-screen programming make the VCR easy to use.
Your VCR offers all these features:
The Model 62 includes all of the Model s
Note:
112/113’s features, but adds Hi-Fi stereo t hat delivers CD-quality sound for audio/video or audio-only recordings. The Model 62 also in­cludes front panel audio/video jacks that make it easy to connect to a camcorder.
RECORDING/PLAYBACK
-to-Use Immediate Recordin
Eas
you start a recording immediately and have the VCR automatically stop recording after a length of time you select.
1-Month, 8-Event Di
program the VCR to make up to eight unat­tended recordings (daily, weekly, or one-time).
Automatic Pla
matically plays, rewinds, and ejects a tape.
Fast-Response S
next to the playback/record head for immediate playback or recording.
Real-Time Counter with Memor
the actual length of time a tape plays or records, and allows you to mark and return to a location on the tape.
ital Timer
back/Rewind/Eject
— positions the tape
stem
— lets
— lets you
— auto-
— displays
TUNING
26-Micron Record/Play Head
the picture quality at the EP (Extended Play) playback speed.
Four Double-Azimuth Video Heads
vide superior picture quality and special ef fects compared with standard single-azimuth four­head VCRs.
AI (Artificial Intelli duction S
screen when playing back a worn or partially damaged tape.
Auto Trackin
justs tracking when you start playback.
Auto Repeat Pla
winds the tape for repeat playback when the tape reaches the end during playback and re­cording.
stem
ence) Video Noise Re-
— reduces noise on the
stem
back
— enhances
— pro-
— automatically ad-
— automatically re-
179-Channel, Digital-PLL, Cable-Compatible Tuner
UHF channel s , and up to 125 cable c hannels.
Tuner Memor
ly stores all the active channels in your area into me mory.
— lets you tune to up to 68 VHF and
Programming
— automatical-
TAPE CONTROL
One-Minu te Skip
tape for exactly 1 minute to let you easily skip over commercials.
Index Search
ginning of a specific recording, or set it to auto­matically play the first 10 seconds of each recording so you can locate a desired record­ing.
— lets you fast-forward the
— lets you quickly lo ca te the be-
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Fast-Forward/Rewind with Visu al Search
Freeze-Frame/Frame Advance/S low-M otion
Automatic Rewind
OTHER FEATURES
Multich annel Televi sio n S ound (MTS ) ( M od­el 62 only) — decodes s tereo broadcasts for
listening or recording. This VCR can also re­ceive and record special audio programs (SAP) that accompany some MTS broadcasts.
Rear Audio/Video Input Jacks let you quickly connect an audio/video device to the VCR without disconnecting other devices
Front Audio/Video Input Jacks (Model 62 only) — let you quick ly connect an audio/video
device, such as a camcorder, to the VCR with­out disconnecting other devices.
Note: EDS is provided by some broadcasters and includes various types of information, in­cluding the current time. If no broadcast ers in your area transmit EDS signals, you must man­ually set the clock.
Automatic DST (Daylight Saving Time) Ad­justm ent — lets you set the VCR to automati-
cally adjust the displayed time for Daylight Saving Time.
We recommend you record the VCR’s model and serial numbers here. This information is on the VCR’s back panel.
Model: _______________________________ Serial Number: ______________ __________
Trilingual On-Screen Programming — pro-
vides helpful instructions on the TV screen f or setting the clock a nd programming timers. You can select English, French, or Spanish instruc­tions.
Universal Remote Control — lets you control your VCR, as well as TVs and cable boxes pro­duced by other manufacturers.
Memory Sentinel — protects clock settings, tuner programming information, and timer memory settings in case of a power loss. The clock continues to run for 30 minut es, and tun­er programming information and timer mem ory settings are kept for up to 24 hours.
Automatic/Manual Clock Setting — lets y ou set the VCR to automatically update its clock using EDS (Extended Data Service) signals sent by some TV stati ons. You ca n also man u­ally set the clock.
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CONTENTS
Before Yo u Begin ............... ................. ................ .......... ................ ................. ................ .............. 8
Supplied Accessories .............................................................................................................. 8
Moisture Condensation ............................................................................................................ 8
Using This Manual ................................................................................................................... 8
Installation .................................................................................................................... ................ 9
Common Connection s ...... ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ................ . . 9
Model 62 Connections ........................................................................................................... 10
Model 112/113 Connections .................................................................................................. 11
Home Theater Connections (Model 62 Shown) .......................................... ....... ....... ..... ....... 12
Camcorder Connec tions ....... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ................. .... 13
Connecting Power ................................................................................................................. 13
VCR Setup .............. ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ................. ....................... 14
Setting the VCR’S Output Channel Switch ............................................................................ 14
Remote Control ............. .......... ................ ................. ................ ................. ......... ................... 14
Installing Batteries ........................................................................................................... 14
Using the Remote Control ............................................................................................... 14
Initial Set Up .......................................................................................................................... 15
Setting the On-Screen Language/Channels/Clock ......................................................... 15
Manually Setting the Clock ............................................................................................. 16
Turning On Auto Clock Set ............................................................................................. 17
Adding/Erasing Channels ............................................................................................... 17
Reprogramming Tuner Memory ...................................................................................... 17
Changing the On-Screen Language ............................................................................... 18
Resetting the VCR’s Memory .......................................................................................... 18
Using the VCR Remote Control with Your TV or Cable Box ................................................. 19
Operation .................................................................................................................................... 21
Watc h i ng TV ......................... ................. ......... ................. ................ ................. ..................... 21
Using the TV’s Tuner ...................................................................................................... 21
Using the VCR’s Tuner ................................................................................................... 21
Viewi ng a Video Tape .............. ................ ................. ................ .......... ................ ................... 22
Loading a Video Tape ..................................................................................................... 22
Playing a Video Tape ...................................................................................................... 22
Special Functions ............................ ................. ................ .......... ................. ................ .............. 23
Special Displays .................................................................................................................... 23
Blue Screen Display ........................................................................................................ 23
On-Screen Display .......................................................................................................... 23
Function Indicators .......................................................................................................... 23
Tape Motion Controls ............................................................................................................ . 23
Fast-Forward/Rewind and Visual Search ........................................................................ 23
Freeze-Frame/Frame Advance ....................................................................................... 23
Slow Motion .................................................................................................................... 24
One Minute Skip ............................................................................................................. 24
Real-Time Counter ................................................................................................................ 2 4
Using the Counter ........................................................................................................... 24
Using the Zero Search Function ..................................................................................... 24
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Using Index Search ............................................................................................................... 25
Direct Access Index Search ........................................................................................... 25
Index Scan ...... ................ ................. ................ ................. .......... ................ ................. . .. 25
Repeat Play .......................................................................................................................... 25
Tracking ................................................................................................................................ 26
Recording ................................................................................................................................... 27
Recording Speeds/Tape Selection . ....................................................................................... 27
Erase Protection ................................................................................................................... 27
Selecting the Signal to Record .............................................................................................. 28
Receiving/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 62 Only) ............................................ 28
Immediate Recording ............................................................................................................ 28
Recording a Program as You Watch It ........................................................................... 28
Recording One Program on the VCR While You Watch Another on the TV ................... 29
Automatic Timer Recording ................................................................................................... 29
Setting a Timer ............................................................................................................... 30
Monitoring an Automatic Timer Recording ..................................................................... 31
Checking/Changing Timers ............................................................................................ 31
Clearing a Timer ...... .......... ................ ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. . 32
Dubbing ....................................................................................................................... .......... 32
Audio-Only Recording (Model 62 Only) ................................................................................ 33
Additional Information .............................................................................................................. 34
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................... 34
Care and Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 36
Servicing Your VCR ........................................................................................................ 37
Cleaning the Video Heads .................................................. .......... ....... ....... .. .......... ....... . 37
Storing Your Video Cassettes ......................................................................................... 37
Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 38
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES
Be sure to remove these items before you store the packing material.
• Remote control
• 75-ohm coaxial cable
Depending upon your audio/video system set­up, you might need add itional cables or a dapt­ers (available at your local RadioShack store). Read “Installation” on Page 9 to determine your specific needs.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Condensation inside the VCR can cause tape jams or video head damage. When you move the VCR from a cold area to a warmer one, let it sit for about 2 ho urs before y ou plug it in and begin operation. This allows any moisture in­side the VCR to completely evaporate.
USING THIS MANUAL
This manual has these major sections:
Installation
VCR to your audio/video system.
VCR Setup
ing and using the remote control, setting the on-screen programming language, setting the channels your VCR can tune, and setting the clock.
Operation
the TV’s or VCR’s tu ner, and load and play a video tape.
Special Functions
on the VCR’s display and the TV screen, and how to fast-forward and rewind a tape, use the VCR’s special playback, display, and search features, set the tracking manually, improve playback of worn or damaged video tap es, and use index search.
— shows you how to connect the
— includes procedures for prepar-
— explains how to watch TV using
— describes what appears
Recordin
methods.
Additiona l Informatio n
shooting section, care and maintenance proce­dures, and the VCR’s specifications.
We recommend you thoroughly read at least “Installation” on Page 9 and “VCR Setup” on Page 14, to be sure you correctly install and set up your VCR.
When reading through this manual, keep the following in mind:
• Some buttons on the remote control also appear on the VCR. You can use these buttons to operate the same functions. Other procedures use only the VCR’s but­tons, or only the remote control’s.
• Some buttons are labeled differently on the VCR and on the remote control. Since y ou use the remote control most often to change settings and f unctions , this ma nual refers only to the remote control’s labels. Unless otherwise noted, however, you can use either the remote control’s or the VCR’s buttons at any time.
• All buttons, switches, and jacks on the VCR and all buttons on the remote control are shown in this manual.
• Information that appears on the TV screen is shown in this typeface:
• Information that appe ars on t he VC R’s dis­play is shown in this typeface: VCR
• The VCR d isplays menus and options on the TV you connect it to, and other infor­mation (such as tape motion indicators, the real-time counter, etc.) on its display.
If a menu disappears before you finish entering information, simply locate the step where you first pressed remote control, then repeat that step and all steps that follow.
— describes the different recording
— includes a trouble-
BOLD UPPERCASE
letters in
PLAY
MENU
on the
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INSTALLATION
COMMON CONNECTIONS
Refer to the illustrations on Page 10 (Model 62) or 11 (Model 112/113) for these connections.
Some connection s shown in this section
Note:
might require additional supplies, available from your local RadioShack store.
þ
À
Connect the VCR to your TV for pla
back. Yo u can connect (choose
one):
• Your VCR’s TV’s antenna jack, using a 75-ohm coaxial cable
Caution:
OUT TO TV
an antenna already connected. Doing so can interfere with other receivers.
• Your VCR’s TV’s separate VHF/UHF antenna jacks, using a 75-ohm coaxial cable and a VHF/UHF splitter/combiner
• Your VCR’s to your TV’s audio/video jac ks, using a stereo audio/video cable
For the best quality recordings,
Note:
use high-quality A/V cables to make these connections.
Connect a signal source to the VCR for recordin (choos e one):
• An outside antenna, using a 7 5-ohm coaxial cable, to the VCR’s
ANT
jack
• An outside antenna, using 300-ohm lead-in wire and a 300-to-75 ohm transformer, to the VCR’s
ANT
jack
• Your CATV (cable) source, using the 75-ohm coaxial cable directly from the cable company, to the VCR’s
FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
Never connect the VCR’s
jack to a te rmina l that h a s
OUT TO TV
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
. You can connect
jack
jack to your
jack to your
jacks
IN FR OM
IN FROM
IN
Caution:
direct connections to cable wires (connections that do not go through a cable box). Check the laws in your area before you make connections.
• A cable converter box t o t he VCR’s
FROM ANT
There are many cable TV sys-
Note:
tems in use. If you subscribe to cable TV service and cannot record c abl e T V programs, contact your local cable TV service provider. Most cable TV service providers offer connection help.
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Connection Notes:
Because of the complexity of the variations possible when using additional video acce sso­ries, such as video signal switches, splitters, and combiners, such configurations are not shown in this manual.
You can also connect an optional video source, such as a camcorder, another VCR, or a DSS s
our VCR using A/V cables. Simpl
connect it as shown.
• You can connect two video sources (three sources for the Model 62) directly to your VCR. To do so, you connect one source to
AUDIO IN 1/VIDEO IN 1
the back of the VCR using A /V cables a nd the other to the ohm coaxial cable (and, with the Model 62, another source to the jacks on the front of the VCR, see “Cam­corder Connections” on Page 13).
• You can connect additional 75-ohm coaxial sources to your system using a high-isolation A/B switch to switch between the sources.
• You can connect one 75-ohm coaxial source to more than one device using a video splitter.
Some state laws restrict
jack
jacks on the
IN FROM ANT
jack using a 75-
AV2 AUDIO/VIDEO IN
IN
stem to
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MODEL 62 CONNECTIONS
Outside Antenna
Cable
(CATV)
Company
3
(Optional Camcorder/2nd VCR/DSS System)
Audio
Video
Cable Box
L
R
Model 62
OUTI N
Stereo Audio/Video Cable
R - AUDIO - L
OUT
MONO
IN 1
75-Ohm Coax Cable
VIDEO
OUT TO TV
IN FROM ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
75-Ohm Coax Cable
or or
300-Ohm Lead-In Wire
300-to-75 Ohm Transformer
or
2
10
TV
Stereo Audio/Video Cable
LR
Antenna InAudio InVideo In
75-Ohm Coax Cable
or
1
Optional TV
Antenna In
Connection
VHF/UHF Splitter/Combiner
UHF
VHF
Antenna In
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MODEL 112/113 CONNECTIONS
Outside Antenna
Cable
(CATV)
Company
3
(Optional Camcorder/2nd VCR/DSS System)
Audio
Video
Cable Box
Models 112/113
OUTI N
Audio/Video Cable
AUDIO
OUT
IN 1
75-Ohm Coax Cable
VIDEO
OUT TO TV
75-Ohm Coax Cable
or ororor
IN FROM ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
300-Ohm Lead-In Wire
300-to-75 Ohm Transformer
2
TV
Audio/Video Cable
Antenna InAudio InVideo In
75-Ohm Coax Cable
1
Optional TV
Antenna In
Connection
VHF/UHF Splitter/Combiner
UHF
VHF
Antenna In
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HOME THEATER CONNECTIONS (MODEL 62 SHOWN)
Refer to this illustration to connect your VCR to a home theater system.
Outside Antenna
A/V RECEIVER
Speakers
Front
Right
Left
+
Rear
Right
Left
+
+
+
Cable
(CATV)
Company
Center
+
TV/Monitor
R - AUDIO - L
OUT
IN 1
Cable Box
VIDEO
Video Cable
75-Ohm Coax Cable
OUTI N
Stereo Audio/Video Cable
Stereo Audio/Video Cable
R - AUDIO - L
OUT
IN 1
75-Ohm Coax Cable
or or or
Select the signal source you have
VIDEO
IN FROM ANT.
MONO
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
75-Ohm Coax Cable
300-Ohm Lead-In Wire
300-to-75 Ohm Transformer
Model 62
12
Speakers
TV
LR
Antenna InAudio InVideo In
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CAMCORDER CONNECTIONS
Your Model 62 VCR has jacks on its front panel that let you easily connect a camcorder or other video source. You can also connect a camcorder to the
AUDIO IN
panel of your Model 112/113 VCR. You need a stereo A/V cable (not supplied) with plugs that fit the VCR’s jacks and the camcorder’s
jacks for this connection.
and
VIDEO IN
jacks on th e b ack
(Model 62 shown)
PLAY
REWIND
AV 2
VIDEO IN L – AUDIO IN – R
POWER
TV/VCR
1. Insert the plugs at one end of the cable into the
AV 2 AUDIO
RECORD/TIME
and
FAST-F
STOP EJECT
CHANNEL
VIDEO IN
jacks on the Model
62’s front panel.
2. Insert the plugs at the other end of the cable into the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks on your cam­corder or other video source. Be sure to connect VIDEO to VIDEO and A UDIO t o AUDIO (use the plug’s color codes as a guide).
CONNECTING POWER
To power the VCR, plug its power cord into a standard AC outlet. --:-- appears on the display.
Note:
The VCR starts to search for a channel that has an Extended Data Service (EDS) signal
(see “Turning On Auto Clock Set” on Page 17) when:
• You plug in the VCR for the first time.
• You unplug the VCR and reconnect it (within 24 hours) or after a power failure (of less than 24 hours).
• You reset the VCR’s memory (see “Resetting the VCR’s Memory” on Page 18).
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VCR SETUP
SETTING THE VCR’S OUTPUT CHANNEL SWITCH
If you connected the VCR’s nal to a TV or another VCR, set back of the VCR to active channel in your area.
When VCR appears on the display, the VCR sends the signal from the video source con­nected to its
VIDEO IN 1
to the TV on the channel you selected.
Setting
Note:
when the VCR is off or if you connected a T V with separate audio/video input jacks to the VCR’s
IN FROM ANTENNA
(or
AUDIO 1/VIDEO 1 OUT
3
or 4, whichever is not an
AV 2
for the Model 62) terminals
3-CH-4
has no effect on the T V
OUT TO TV
3-CH-4
AUDIO IN 1/
or
jacks.
termi-
on the
REMOTE CONTROL
Installing Batteries
The remote control requires two AA batteries (not supplied). For the longest operation and best performance, we recommend alkaline bat­teries (such as RadioShack Cat. No. 23-557).
2. Put fresh batteries in the compartment, as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside.
3. Replace the cover.
When the remote control stops working
Note:
or operates poorly, replace both batteries.
Cautions:
• Never leave dead or weak batteries in the remote control. Batteries can leak chemi­cals that can damage your remote control.
• Dispose of dead batteries promptly and properly; do not bury or burn them.
Cautions:
• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
1. Press the tab on the battery compartment cove r and lift o ff the cove r in the di rection of the arrow.
Ta b
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Using the Remote Control
To use the remote control, aim it at the front of the VCR and press the desired function but­tons.
+
A
A
AUTO CLOCK SET PROCEEDING
CANCEL: PUSH STOP KEY
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INITIAL SET UP
Setting the On-Screen Language/ Channels/Clock
When you first plug in the VCR and turn it on, when you turn it on after power was interrupted for longer than 24 hours, or when you reset the VCR’s memory, the VCR prompts you to select a language, then scans f or active channels in your area and stores them.
In many areas, the Public Broadcasting Ser­vice (PBS) station broadcasts an electronic data signal (EDS) with its regular broadcast. This signal can automatically set your VCR’s clock to the correct time. If a station in your area has EDS signals, the VCR automatically sets the clock.
Notes:
• The VCR is preset t o automatically set the clock, but you c an change it. S ee “Turning On Auto Clock Set” on Page 17.
4. When the following appears on the TV screen, set it to the local PBS station if you have a cable box, then press do not have a cable box, sim ply press
).
s
CH
. (If you
s
CH
UTO SET
CABLE
A
CABLE
Y
OU
R
THEN. . .
UP KEY
CH
After you press through the channels and memorizes all the active channels in your area.
Note:
If you have al ready s et the channels
and just want to manually set the clock,
MENU
press
to skip tuner programming. Then see “Manually Setting the Clock ” on Page16 to set the clock .
5. When the VCR finishes scanning and stor­ing channels, it searches for an EDS signal and shows the following on the TV screen:
, the VCR scans
s
• If no stations in your area broadcast EDS signals, you can set the clock manually. See “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16 for more information.
1. Press
POWER
to turn on the VCR.
2. Turn on your TV and set it to the same
3-CH-4
channel as the VCR’s
switch or select its line input if you connected the VCR to the TV’s audio/video input jacks. Then press
TV/VCR
so VCR appears.
3. Select the on-screen instructio n language: press
TV/VCR
CH
for English,
s
for French.
CH t
for Spanish, or
It takes up to 10 minutes for the VCR to set the clock using the EDS sig nal. If the VC R finds an EDS signal, it automatically sets its clock to the correct time.
If the VCR does not detect an EDS signal within this time, press
STOP
then see “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16 to set the clock.
Notes:
• Your VCR protects tuner programming
for up to 24 hours in case a power failure occurs or if the power cord becomes unplugged. After about 24 hours without power, the VCR loses the tuner pro­gramming.
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• If you have not connected the VCR to an antenna, cable TV, or other signal source through the
IN FROM ANT
termi­nal, the VCR does not store any channel in memory. Instead, the VCR displays the following on the TV screen:
NO CH FOUND PLEASE CHECK ANTENNA CABLE CONNECTION THEN
PUSH VCR CH UP KEY AGAIN
Manually Setting the Clock
Follow these steps to m anually set the clock if EDS is not available in your area, or if you skipped tuner programming.
Notes:
• The clock must be accurately set for proper automatic timer recording. We suggest you refer to a radio station or time/temperature service for the correct time.
• If you do not press a button within 5 min­utes in Steps 2–9, the clock is not set. Start again from Step 1
1. Press
MENU
to display the main menu.
Note: To exit the programming mode,
MENU
press
again at any time.
4. Repeatedly press
PLAY
the correct month, then press
or
K
STOP
FAST-F
to select
.
:
DST : O
N
5. Repeatedly press
PLAY
the correct date, then press
6. Repeat Step 5 to sel ect the c orrect year and the correc t hour, then pres s
Your VCR uses a 12-hour clock. Be
Note:
sure you correctly set AM or PM.
7. Repeatedly press
PLAY
minute that is 1 or 2 minutes after the cur­rent time, then press if it is 42 minutes past the hour right now, enter 43 minutes now.) This gives you time to complete this procedure before starting the clock.
8. Repeatedly press
PLAY
(daylight saving time) to ON or When you set
DST
to ON, the VCR auto­matically adds 1 hour on the first Sunday in April, and subtracts 1 hour on the last Sun­day in October.
Press
FAST-F
.
appears.
9. Review the information you entered.
STOP
or
or
FAST-F
or
STOP
to select
FAST-F
STOP
.
FAST-F
to select a
. (For example,
DST
to set
OFF
.
SET COMPLETED
.
2. Repeatedly press highlight
FAST-F
SET CLOCK
.
3. Repeatedly press
MANUAL SET
light
PLAY
or
, then press
PLAY
or
, then press
K
ET
STOP
FAST-F
STOP
to
to high-
.
K
12: 0 0 PM
DST : O
N
If the information is not correct, move the cursor to the incorrect entry by repeatedly pressing
REW
or
FAS T-F
, then enter
the correct information.
16
Y
C
HANNEL
08 DELE T
ED
C
HANNEL
08 ADDED
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When the information is correct and the time reaches the minute y ou set in S tep 7,
MENU
press
twice. The currently set time
appears and the clock starts running.
Note:
when you press
Seconds begin counting from 00
MENU
twice.
Turning On Auto Clock Set
If you turned off the auto clock set feature and manually set the VCR’s clock, then find that EDS is available in your area, you can turn the auto clock set feature back on. This ensures that the VCR sets itself to the correct time after a power failure of less than 24 hours.
Follow these steps to turn on auto clock set.
MENU
1. Press
2. Repeatedly press
SET CLOCK
light
3. Repe atedly press
AUTO SET
light
to display the main menu.
PLAY
, then press
PLAY
, then press
or
or
STOP
FAST-F
STOP FAST-F
to high-
.
to high-
.
If the tuner stores a channel that you do not want, repeatedly press (or press and hold)
CH
s or CH t to tune to that channel, then press
ADD/DLT
CHANNEL nn DELETED
.
appears, and the unwanted chann el is erased from the tuner’s memory.
If you want to program a weak channel that au­tomatic programming missed, enter the desired channel number using the remote control’s number buttons. Then press
NEL
nn
ADDED
appears, and the channel is
ADD/DLT
CHAN-
.
added to memory.
K
ET
4. Press
CH
s. The VCR searches for an EDS signal and, if it finds one, automatically sets its clock to the correct ti me. If the VCR does not find an EDS signal, follow the steps under “Manually Setting the Clock” on Page 16.
Adding/Erasing Channels
We recommend you check the channels the VCR automatically stored. I t m ight have stored distant, weak channels that you normally would not watch, or it might have missed channels you want to store.
Reprogramming T uner Memory
You might want to reprogram the VCR’s tuner memory if you move or change from an anten­na connection to a cable TV connection.
You can also quick ly erase all settings,
Note:
including the time, local channels, and pro­grammed events, then reprogram the tuner’s memory. See “Resetting the VCR’s Memory” on Page 18.
Follow these steps to reprogram the tuner.
1. Press
MENU
to display the main menu.
To exit the p rogramming mode du r-
Note:
MENU
ing Steps 2–4, press
again.
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A
Espan
Français
English
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2. Repeatedly press
SET UP CHANNEL
light
FAST-F
3. Press system (
4. Press press
.
FAST-F
TV
ANT
A
UTO SE
SELE SET END
STOP
FAST-F
or
again to select the broadcast
CATV)
SET UP CHA
ENN
A SYSTEM : CATV
T
CT :
:
KEY
: MENU KEY
to highlight
.
PLAY
EL
E : ENGL I S
.
NNE
KEY
UTO SET
CABLE
A
CABLE
YOUR
THEN. . .
UP KEY
STOP
or
to high-
, then press
H
L
AUTO SET
, then
EL
E : ENGL I S
E : ESP
õl
SCOPE
: FRANÇAI
3. Press
FAST-F
so the desired language
appears next to the fourth item.
ANO
H
L
S
CH
5. Press
. The VCR starts scanning for
s
you want, pres s
MENU
.
and storing active channels.
Resetting the VCR’s Memory
Changing the On-Screen Language
4. When you finish selecting the language
The on-screen programming language is pre­set to English, but you can change it at any time by following these steps.
MENU
1. Press
2. Repeatedly press
to display the main menu.
PLAY
or
STOP
to high-
light the fourth menu selection, then press
FAST-F
. The title of the fourth menu selec­tion differs depending on the language cur­rently selected.
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If at any time you want to erase al l sett ings, in­cluding the time, local channels, and pro­grammed events, eject any loade d tape, then hold down
PLAY
and
CHANNEL
on the VCR
s
for about 5 seconds until it t urns itself off. All settings are cleared.
The next time you turn on the VCR, it perf orms its initial setup sequence. See “Setting the On­Screen Language/Channels/Clock” on Page15.
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USING THE VCR REMOTE CONTROL WITH YOUR TV OR CABLE BOX
In addition to c ontrolling your VC R, the r emote control can operate the basic functions of your TV and cable box. Follow these steps to pro­gram the remote control with the correct manu­facturer’s code number f or that TV and cable box.
Note:
Some brands have more than one c ode listed in the charts. If a code does not work with your TV or cable box, try another. The listed codes might not work w ith all model s from the listed manufacturers.
1. Find the code for your TV an d c able box in the following charts.
TV BRAND CODE
Fisher 10 GE 03 Goldstar 15, 16, 17 Hitachi 12 JVC 11 Magnavox 05 Mitsubishi 07, 13 Panasonic 01, 02 Quasar 01, 02 RadioShack 01, 02, 15, 16, 17 RCA 03 Realistic 01, 02, 15, 16, 17 Samsung 14 Sanyo 10 Sharp 06, 07 Sony 08 Sylvania 05 Toshiba 09 Zenith 04
CABLE BOX
BRAND
Archer 01, 29, 44, 88, 91 Cableview 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,
85, 88
Citizen 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,
85, 88 Curtis 08, 09, 56, 61, 87, 90 Diamond 01, 29, 44, 88, 91 Drake 37, 67, 71 Eagle 13, 20, 22, 26, 40, 58,
Eastern 28 GC Brand 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,
Gemini Regal 04, 85 General Electric 57 General Instru-
ment Hamli n 14, 15, 28, 41, 97, 100,
Hitachi 31, 79 Jerrold 01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55,
Macom 31, 79 Magnavox 25, 26 Matsushita 16, 17, 101 Moviet ime 29, 32, 38, 39, 40 , 42,
NSC 32, 38, 40 Oak 10, 11, 46, 99 Optim u s 44, 88 Panasonic 16, 17, 101 Philips 13, 20, 23, 24, 96 Pioneer 05, 06, 78 Pulsar 04, 30, 42, 44, 52, 63,
RadioS h ac k 44, 88 RCA 16, 17, 101
62, 98
85, 88
01, 02, 03, 04, 34, 55,
83, 85, 91, 93, 95
102
83, 85, 91, 93, 95
44, 88
85, 88
CODE
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CABLE BOX
BRAND
Realistic 44, 51, 88 Regal 14, 41 Regency 28 Rembrandt 29, 32, 39, 42, 44, 88 Samsung 32, 40, 42, 78, 94 Scientific Atlanta 08, 09, 56, 61, 87, 90 Sheritech 27 SL Marx 32, 40, 42, 78 , 94 Sprucer 16, 17, 101 Stargate 04, 30, 32, 40, 42, 44,
52, 63, 78, 85, 88, 94 Sylvania 19 Teknika 74 T elecaption 77, 92 Teleview 32, 40, 42, 78, 94 Texscan 18, 19 Tocom 01, 33, 34, 42, 48, 49,
91 Toshiba 36 Uniden Satellite 65, 69 Unika 01, 29, 44, 88, 91 Universal 42, 43, 44, 52, 63, 88 Viewstar 13, 20, 22, 26, 40, 58,
62, 98 Videoway 07, 23, 50 Vid Te ch 64 Vidter 64 Zenith 07, 23, 50
CODE
2. While holding down TV, enter the code number for your TV using the number but­tons Or, while holding down
CATV
, enter the code number for your cabl e box using the numbered buttons.
the second and third digits in the code number.
3. Try operating your TV or cable b ox using the VCR’s remote control. First press
CATV
, then try pressing
s or CH t, and
POWER
and CH s or CH t for cable box
VOL +/–
POWER, INPUT, CH
for TV operation; or
TV
or
operation. If the device does not function, repeat Step
2 and try other codes for the manufa cturer. If it still does not function, you must use the original remote control supplied with your TV or cable box.
To use the remote control, press the button for the device you want to control —
VCR
. Then press the desired function button.
TV, CATV
, or
Notes:
• The codes you programmed might be erased if you remove the batteries from the remote control (to replace them, for exam­ple). If this happens, re-enter the codes after you replace the batteries.
• Some TVs and c able boxes might require that you manually turn on the power for that device.
• Your TV or cable box might have functions that the VCR’s remote control will not oper­ate.
• You can use the number buttons to select a channel number on your TV and cable box. However, some TVs/cable boxes might require that you press
DISP/ENT
after
entering the channel number.
VOL +/–
works to adjust the TV volume in
any operation mode (VCR, TV , or CATV).
Precede a single-digit code number wi th a 0 — for example, 01, 02, etc. To enter a three-digit number, press
100
, then enter
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OPERATION
WATCHING TV
Using the TV’s Tuner
To watch a broadcast using the TV’s tuner, turn off the VCR, or repeatedly press VCR disappears from the VCR’s display.
If you are using a TV/monitor con nected
Note:
to the VCR’s to set the TV/monitor to the TV mode.
The antenna or cable signals pass throug h the VCR unaffected, as if the antenna or cable were connected directly to the TV. Use the TV as you normally would.
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
Using the VCR’s Tuner
Your VCR can receive up to 68 VHF and UHF channels, and up to 125 cable channel s. The VCR displays the channels as 1–125.
Notes:
• Channels 2–13 are the same for V HF and cable TV, and cable companies usually number them as they appear on the dis­play.
• Since cable companies sometimes desig­nate cable channels with letters or letter­number combinations, a channel number you see on the VCR’s display might differ from the channel number displayed on your cable box. You might need to experi­ment to determine the proper c able chan­nel designations for your cable system. For more information, contact y our local cable company.
TV/VCR
jacks, be sure
until
If you are using a TV/monitor con-
Note:
nected to the VCR’s jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video mode.
2. Repeatedly press appears.
3. To manually select a channel, you can
CH
press matically advance to the next channel stored in the tuner’s memory.
Note:
at the highest programmed channel or when the tuner is at the lowest pro­grammed channel, the VCR enters the audio/video mode and
LINE 2
TV (see “Selecting the Signal to Record” on Page 28). Continue to press t until the highest or lowest programmed channel appears.
Or, to directly select a channel, press the number buttons on t he remote control for the desired channel.
Notes:
• Precede a single-digit number with a 0
— for example, 01, 02, and so on.
• To enter a three-digit number, press
then enter the second and third digits in the channel number.
• (Model 62 only) If y ou receive MTS ste-
reo or SAP broadcasts, see “Receiving/ Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 62 Only)” on Page 28.
s or CH t to have the tuner auto-
If you press
on the Model 62) appears on the
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
TV/VCR
CH
until VCR
s when the tuner is
LINE (LINE 1
CH
s or
CH
or
CH
100
t
,
• Two of the cable channels are designa ted for audio only.
1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan­nel as the VCR’s
3-CH-4
switch.
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NO CASSETTE PLEASE INSERT A CASSETTE
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VIEWING A VIDEO TAPE
Loading a Video Tape
1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan­nel as the VCR’s
Note:
If you are using a T V/monitor that is connected to the VCR’s jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video mode.
2. Hold t he cassette with the main label fac­ing up and the spine facing out from the VCR. Then insert the cassette into the VCR’s compartment and gently push the center of its spine until the VCR draws it in.
The VCR automatically turns on. I f the erase­protection tab has been removed from t he cas ­sette, playback automatically begins (see “Erase Protection” on Page 27).
Caution:
Never insert anything except a VHS video cassette into the cassette compartment. Anything else might damage the VCR.
3-CH-4
switch.
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
Notes:
• The following appears on the TV screen when you press
FAST-F,
REC/TIME
or
without inserting a
PLAY, REW,
cassette.
• During playback, the VCR automatically adjusts tracking, but you can manually adjust it if necessary (see “Tracking” on Page26).
3. (Model 62 only) To choose the type of audio you want the Model 62 to play back,
SAP/HiFi
press to the desired audio m ode indicator (
NORMAL
or
Note:
If you play a tape recorded on a
until an arrow appears next
HiFi
) on the TV screen.
standard VCR, the Model 62 plays the standard audio track, regardless of the audio output setting.
4. To stop playback before the end of the
STOP
tape, press
5. To eject the tape, press
.
STOP EJECT
on
the VCR.
Playing a Video Tape
1. Load a video tape.
2. If playback does not automatically begin,
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press
PLAY
. The VCR plays the tape.
Notes:
• If the tape reaches the end before you
STOP or STOP EJECT
press
, the V CR au to ­matically stops the tape and completely re wi nds it. If the era se-protec t ion tab has been removed, the VCR then ejects the cassette.
• When the VCR is off, you can press
EJECT
on the VCR to eject a tape. The VCR turns on, ejects the tape, then turns itsel f o ff.
STOP
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS
SPECIAL DISPLAYS
Blue Screen Display
The VCR displays a blue screen on the TV when you select the VCR mode, play unre­corded portions of a tape, or when you tune to a weak TV st ation. The blue scr een also ap­pears if you set the VCR to the audio/video mode when the receiving any signals.
You cannot record the blue screen on a
Note:
tape in the VCR.
On-Screen Display
To view your VCR’s current operating mode and other information about your VCR, press
DISP/ENT
62, you see the broadcast type (
SAP
the current function, time, channel, counter, and tape speed. Press the display.
, or
MONO
AUDIO/VIDEO IN
(display/enter). If you have a Model
jacks are not
STEREO
). With all models, you also see
DISP/ENT
again to clear
TAPE MOTION CONTROLS
Fast-Forward/Rewind and Visual Search
While a tape is s topped, press vance the tape quickly or cannot see the picture or hear sound when you use fast-forward or rewind, but you can use the counter to locate a specific section of tape.
If you press
Note:
winding, The VCR automatically turns itself off when re­winding is complete.
To use visual search so you can see the pi c­ture, be sure VCR appears then begin tape playback. Then press
REW
or turn to normal playback. During visual search,
,
the sound is muted and the picture quality is lower than during normal playback. The search picture is best with tapes recorded at the SP or EP speed.
REWIND
to search in reverse. Press
REW
POWER
POWER OFF
FAST-F
FAS T- F
to rewind it. You
while a tape is re-
to search forward
to ad-
appears.
PLAY
to re-
You also see the remaining recording
Note:
time while a timed recording is in progress (see “Immediate Recording” on Page 28).
Function Indicators
When you press a function button (such as
STOP
), the selected function’s indicator (such
STOP
as 4 seconds. When you chang e the channel, the new channel number appears on the TV screen for about 4 seconds.
Note:
aged tape, the function indicator might not ap­pear.
) appears on the TV screen for about
If you play back a po or quality or dam-
Freeze-Frame/ Frame Advance
Freeze-frame lets you pause the tape to view a single frame. Press freeze the picture. Pres s to return to normal playback.
During freeze-frame, picture quality is lower than during normal playback. The picture quali­ty is best with recordings made at the SP or EP speed (see “Recording Speeds/Tape Selec­tion” on Page 27).
PAUSE
PAUSE
during playback to
again or
PLAY
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Notes:
• If you leave the VCR in the freeze-frame mode for 3 minutes, the VCR stops playing the tape to protect the video heads.
• To reduce or eliminate jitter in the freeze-
CH
frame picture, press and hold until the picture is clear.
During freeze-frame, you can adv ance the p ic­ture one frame at a time by repeatedly pressing
SLOW
. This feature works b est with video cas-
settes recorded at the SP or EP speed. Press
PAUSE
to return to normal playback.
s or CH t
Slow Motion
To start slow motion playb ack, while a tape is playing, press
PLAY
to return to normal playback. During slow motion, the sound is muted and the picture quality is lower than during normal playback. Slow motion picture quality is bes t with tapes recorded at the SP or EP speed.
Notes:
SLOW
. Press
SLOW
again or
REAL-TIME COUNTER
Using the Counter
Your VCR’s counter shows how long a tape has been running. To have the counter display on the TV screen, press mote control.
The counter does not reset if you eject a tape then put in a new tape. To reset the count er to
0:00:00
Note: The real-time counter might stop if you fast-forward or rewind through a blank section on the tape. This is normal.
, press
COUNTER RESET
Using the Zero Search Function
You can reset the counter to position on the tape and then return to that po­sition. This lets you quickly return t o a sele cted place on the tape later.
Follow these steps to use the zero search func­tion.
DISP/ENT
0:00:00
on the re-
.
at any
• If you leave the VCR in the slow-motion mode for 3 minutes, the VCR stops playing the tape to protect the video heads.
• If the slow-motion picture is poor, press and hold improves.
CH
s or CH t until the picture
One Minute Skip
You can skip over unwanted material on the re­corded tape, such as commercials. Press
ZERO/1MIN
wards over the next minute of recording, then resumes normal playback.
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during playback. The V CR fast for-
1. While a tape is playing, if the counter does not appear on the TV screen, press
COUNTER RESET
2. Within 5 seconds, press again at the location you want to return to later . The counter resets to
3. When you want to return to the selected location, stop the tape, then press
1MIN
. The tape rewinds or fast-forwards
and automatically stops when it reaches
0:00:00
Notes:
• If you press
0:00:00
(–) s i g n.
• The counter does not work with blank tapes or blank portions of partially recorded tapes.
.
, the time appears with a minus
once to display it.
COUNTER RESET
0:00:00
REW
to rewind the tape past
.
ZERO/
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USING INDEX SEARCH
Your VCR has the VHS Index Search System. Each time you start recording, the VCR auto­matically marks the tape with an index mark at that location. You can locate the recording you want to play or skip the recording(s) you don’t want to watch b y ei ther ent ering the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR search­es forward or backward from the current loca­tion.
Notes:
• Since the VCR does not display the ind ex marks, we recommend you list the record­ings on each tape in order on the tape’s box, to make it easier to locate a pa rticul ar recording on the tape.
• Index search might not function properly when two or more index marks are close to each other.
• If you do not press any button within 10 seconds after you sele ct cancels index search mode.
INDEX
, the VCR
For example, if the tape is at the second re­cording (index mark 2) and you want to watch the seventh recording (at index mark 7), enter to skip past index marks 3 through 6. Or, if the tape is at index mark 9 and you want to watch the recording at index mark 3, enter
7
to skip
past index marks 9 through 4. Then press
mark or
FAST-F
REW
to skip forward to that index
to skip backward. When the tape reaches the selected index mark, the VCR starts normal playback.
Index Scan
While the VCR is stopped or playing a tape, press
FAST-F
INDEX
or
SEARCH
forward or rewind. As the tape passes an index mark, the VCR enters the visual s earch mode for 10 seconds, then resumes t he fast-forward or rewind.
INDEX
.
REW
to start the scan.
appears. Then press
AUTO INDEX
appears and the VCR starts to fast-
EARCH
5
• If you activate the direct access index search at a tape position very close to an index mark, the VCR might not count that mark. See “Direct Access Index Search.”
• Recording over an i ndex mark erases that index mark.
Direct Access Index Search
While the VCR is stopped or playing a tape,
INDEX
press number keys to enter the number of index marks you want to skip.
INDEX
.
appears. Then use the
04
EARCH
When you locate the recording you want, press
PLAY
. Normal playback starts.
REPEAT PLAY
You can automatically repeat playback of a tape from the beginning to the end (or to a blank part), instead of having the tape automat­ically rewind and eject.
1. While the tape is stopped, press display the main menu.
2. Press
VCR
, then press
lights
PLAY
REPEAT PLAY
or
STOP
to highlight
FAS T-F
.
. The VCR high-
MENU
SET UP
to
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y
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3. Press
FAST-F
so ON appears.
CR ON
Y
4. When you finish setting the repeat play
MENU
option, press
5. Press
PLAY
to start repeat playback . REP
twice.
appears.
The VCR repeats playback from the beginning to the end of the tape, or to the first unrecorded portion that is at least 30 seconds long.
REPEAT
appears while the VCR rewinds the
AUTO
tape to the beginning. Once you select the repeat play mode, it re-
mains on even after you turn off the VCR. To turn off repeat play, repeat these steps and se-
OFF
lect
in Step 3.
Notes:
• You might need to slightly readjust tracking for each tape you play .
• If the sound of a recording made on another VHS Hi-Fi VCR is poor, you might be able to improve it by adjusting the track­ing.
If the tracking is incor-
Hint for Model 6 2 onl
Hi-Fi
rect,
does not appear.
:
TRACKING
The auto tracking system automaticall y adjust s tracking when you start playback.
When different parts of the tape are recorded at different speeds, the VCR automatically re­adjusts the tracking at the beginning of each recording.
If you need to manually adjust tracking, hold
CH
down tracking system, press same time or turn the power off then back on.
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s or CH t. To return to the automatic
CH
s and CH t at the
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RECORDING
There are four ways to record using your VCR:
• Immediate recording — to record a broa d­cast as you watch it or record one program on the VCR while you watch another on the TV.
• Automatic timer recording — to record a broadcast at a time you set.
• Dubbing — to record a broadcast from another tape or video source.
Notes:
• You can set the VCR so it stops recording after a length of time you select.
• Your VCR automatically records the audio signal and adjusts the sound level while it records.
• The video cassette you use for recording must have the erase-protection tab in place. If the tab is removed, the cassette automatically ejects if you try to record on it (see “Erase Protection” on Page 27).
RECORDING SPEEDS/TAPE SELECTION
Although T-160 video cassettes offer the long­est recording time, they contain thinner tape that is more likely to jam. We suggest you use T-120 or shorter length tape.
The following chart shows the maximum re­cording times for different-length tapes at the recording speeds.
TAPE
LENGTH
T-60 1 hour
T-120 2 hours
T-160 2
SP LP EP
2 hours
(60 min.)
(120 min.)
2
/3 hours
(160 min.)
(120 min.) 4 hours
(240 min.) 51/3 hours
(320 min.)
3 hours (180 min.)
6 hours (360 min.)
8 hours (480 min.)
ERAS E PROTECTIO N
Video cassettes have an erase-protection tab to prevent accidental erasure of a tape. To pre­vent recording, break off the tab using a screw­driver. The cassette automatically ejects if you try to record on the tape.
This VCR can record at three speeds: SP (standard play), LP (long play), and EP (ex­tended play).
SP is the fastest recording speed and results in the highest quality picture. LP and EP record more slowly and use les s tape, but the picture quality is not as high as a recording made at the SP speed.
The quality of tape you use greatly affects record/playback quality and the life of the VCR. Use only video cassettes that display the offi­cial logo. High-grade tape has a better ox­ide coating that helps prevent dirty video heads and gives the best results.
If you want to record on a video cassette that does not have the tab, put a piece of heavy plastic tape over the erase-protection tab hole.
Tape
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TO SET SPEC
I F I
C REC T
I
ME
PLEASE PUSH REC KEY
REC 02
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SELECTING THE SIGNAL TO RECORD
You can select the signal to record — from the
IN FROM AN T
in either of these ways.
• Repeatedly press input source appears — or video source, or a channel number for broadcast signals.
• Repeatedly press VCR to the desired broadcast channel or to one channel higher than the highest chan­nel number (or one channel lower than the lowest channel number) for an audio/video source.
Note:
cording signals from the back
EO IN 1
from the front
jack or an audio/video source —
INPUT
until the desired
LINE (LINE 1
LINE 2
(Model 62 only) Select
jacks, or
on the M ode l 62) for an audio/
CH
s or CH t to set the
LINE 1
AUDIO IN 1/VID-
AV2
LINE 2
jacks.
for recording signals
for re-
RECEIVING/RECORDING STEREO/SAP BROADCASTS (MODEL 62 ONLY)
The Model 62 has three channels for audio re­cording — t wo (left and right) stereo channel s on the Hi-Fi track, and one m onaural channel on the standard track.
DISP/ENT
Press available on the broadcast you are currently tuned to. Parenthesis appear arou nd each t ype of audio signal that is not available. For example, if a station broadcasts mono (monaural) and SAP signals,
(STEREO), SAP
to display t he audio programs
STEREO, SAP
, and
, and
MONO
MONO
appear.
appear.
IMMEDIATE RECORDING
Recording a Program as You Watch It
Follow these steps to record a program as you watch it. If you know how long the p rogram is, you can set how long the VCR records so it stops recording automatically.
Note:
If you are watching the program on a TV/
monitor that is connected to the VCR’s
VIDEO OUT
eo mode and skip Steps 2 and 3.
1. Turn on the VCR and the TV.
2. Set the TV’s tuner to the same channel as
3-CH-4
3. Press
4. Load a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the VCR.
5. Repeatedly press control until the desired recording speed (
6. Select the signal to record (see “Selecting the Signal to Record”).
7. (Model 62 only) Set the audio recording mode to the desired setting. See “Receiv­ing/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 62 Only”).
8. Press and the following appears on the TV screen:
jacks, set the T V/monitor to the vi d -
on the back of the VCR.
TV/VCR
SP, LP
REC/TIME
until VCR appears.
SPEED
, or EP) appears.
. The VCR starts to record
on the remote
AUDIO/
The arrow mark on the right of the audio mode display indicates the current audio mode. To select the audio mode wh en t he broadcast has a stereo or SAP signal, press arrow mark points to the desired mode.
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SAP/Hi-Fi
so the
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Note: To record without a set duration, skip Step 9.
9. Press length appears on the TV s creen. Repeat­edly press to the desired recording length. The recording length advances in 30-minute increments up to 2 hours, then in 1-hour increments up to 4 hours.
Notes:
• To ensure that you record the entire pro-
• To display the remaining recording time,
• To temporarily stop the tape during a
• If the cassette’s erase protection tab has
10. Press
REC/TIME
gram, set the recording length longer than the program length.
DISP/ENT
press
recording, press again to resume recording. If you leave the VCR paused for about 5 minutes, the VCR automatically stops.
been removed, the VCR displays
CHECK CASSETTE RECORD TAB
ejects the cassette. Use another cas­sette, or place a piece of heavy plastic tape over the erase-protection tab hole.
STOP
again. The recording
REC/TIME
to stop recording at any time.
to advance the t imer
during a timed recording.
PAUSE
. Press
PAUSE
and
Recording One Program on the VCR While You Watch Another on the TV
1. Follow Steps 1–9 of “Recording a Program as You Watch It” on Page 28.
2. Repeatedly press pears.
Note: If you are watching the program on a TV/monitor that is connected t o the VCR’s
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
tor to the TV mode.
3. Set the TV tuner to the channel you want to watch.
4. Press
STOP
TV/V C R
jacks, set the TV/moni-
to stop recording at any time.
until VCR disap-
AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING
The VCR’s automatic timer lets you program it to select an input source, start recording from that source at a time you set, then stop record­ing at a time you set. You can set up to eight timers to record any combination of weekly, daily, or one-time events.
You can set the VCR to record at any time on a specific day within a 1-month period, at the same time Monday through Friday (DAILY), or at the same time on the same d ay every week (WEEKLY).
Notes:
• The VCR can record only one broadcast at a time. If you set the VCR’s timer to record broadcasts on different channels that start at the same time, the VCR only records the broadcast that has the lowest timer num­ber (see “Checking/Changing Timers” on Page31).
• If two timer settings overla p, the one th at starts first has priority. The VCR begins recording the second broadcast after the set time for the first broadcast is over.
• The VCR must be o ff at the start time you set for it to begin an automatic timer recording.
• If there is a power failure of more than 30 minutes during a timer recording, the recording does not resume afte r power is restored.
• If there is a power failure of more than 30 minutes before a start time, the VCR loses the clock setting and therefore does not start automatic timer recording. However, if you have an EDS channel in your area and set the VCR to automatically set the clock from the EDS signal, the clock is reset within 10 minutes after power is restored, and the VCR records at the set time(s). See “Turning On Auto Clock Set” on Page17.
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SELE CT
START DAT
E
DATE START STOPCH
EP
SET
:
KEY
SELECT : KEY END : PR
OG
KEY
TODAY
8 SAT
--:--
--:-- --
SET :
KEY
SELECT :
KEY
END
: PROG KEY
SELE CT
START DAT
E
WEEKLY
--:--
--:-- --
SUN
DATE START ST
OPC
H
EP
SET :
KEY
SELECT :
KEY
END
: PROG KEY
SELE CT
START DAT
E
DAILY
--:--
--:-- --
MON-FRI
DATE START ST
OPC
H
EP
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Setting a Timer
If you use a TV/monitor that is connected
Note:
to the VCR’s
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video mode and skip Steps 2 and 3.
1. Turn on the VCR and the TV.
2. Set the TV to the sam e channel as
3-CH-4
on the back of the VCR.
3. Repeatedly press
TV/VCR
until VCR
appears.
4. (Model 62 only) Set the audio recording mode to the desired setting. See “Receiv­ing/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 62 Only)” on Page 28.
5. Load a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the VCR.
PROG
6. Press
on the remote control. The timer
setting menu appears on the TV screen.
TOPCH
:00P 125
SLP
E
7. Repeatedly press
PLAY
or
STOP
to sele ct an empty timer number, then press This menu appears.
8. Repeatedly press
PLAY
or
STOP
to sele ct the date when you want to record.
To record a broadcast at the s am e tim e on the same day every week
ton until
WEEKLY
flashes and the desired
, press either but-
day of the week appears.
To record a broadcast at the same time Monday through Friday
DAILY
until
flashes and
, press eith er button
MON-FRI
appears.
FAST-F
.
30
Or, if you have already entered timer set­tings, the current settings for up to the f irst four broadcasts appear.
TOP CH SPD
If the clock is not set,
Note:
CLOCK
BEFORE PROGRAMMING
PLEASE SET
ap­pears, then the clock setting screen ap­pears. Set the clock as described in “Manu­ally Setting the Cloc k” on P age16.
To record a broadcast at a set time today
press either button until today’s date flashes and
TODAY
appears.
,
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DATE START STOPCH
8 SAT
--:--
KEY
OG
--:-- --
EP
E
KEY
TODAY
SELE CT
START DAT
SELECT : KEY SET
:
END : PR
To record a broadcast at a specific time and date
, repeatedly press
PLAY
or
to select the specific date.
FAST-F
Press
9. Repeatedly press
to store your selection.
PLAY
or
STOP
to select
the start hour. When the correct hour
or
FAST-F
FAST-F
. Then repeatedly
STOP
to sele ct the minute
.
appears, press
PLAY
press and press
10. Repeat Step 9 to set the end time.
11. Repeatedly press
PLAY
or
STOP
to select
the channel. To record from a source connected to the
AUDIO IN 1/VIDEO IN 1
(or
AV2
for the
Model 62) jacks, repeatedly press
STOP
until
LINE
LINE
(
1 or
LINE 2
the Model 62) appears.
12. Repeatedly press
the tape speed (
SP, LP
PLAY
STOP
or
, or EP).
to select
13. Double-check all the set information.
• If the information is correct, press
STOP
PLAY
PROG
or
on
Notes:
• Be sure that TIMER appears when you turn the VCR off. If it does not appear, check your entries.
• If you load a cassette with its erase-pro­tection tab removed and set the VCR’s timer, the VCR ejects the cassette and flash e s TI ME R.
• If you set up the VCR to record a cable broadcast through a cable box, be sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the desired station before the broadcast starts.
• You can manually turn on and operate the VCR before the set times, but the VCR starts an automatic timer recording only if the power is off at the set start time.
Monitoring an Automatic Timer Recording
1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan-
3-CH-4
.
nel as
If you are u sing a T V/monitor that is
Note:
connected to the VCR’s jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video mode.
2. Press
TV/VCR
on the back of the VCR.
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
until VCR appears.
• If an entry is not correct, repeatedly press
FAST-F
or
REW
to move the cursor to the incorrect entry, enter the correct information, then press
PROG
.
The timer settings appear on the TV screen. To enter another setting, repeat­edly press
PLAY
or
STOP
to select another
timer number and repeat Steps 7–13.
14. Press
TIMER
15. Press
PROG
again.
RECORDING
POWER
TURN VCR OFF FOR
briefly appears.
to turn off the VCR. TIMER
appears.
Checking/Changing Timers
1. Turn on the TV and set it to the same chan-
3-CH-4
nel as
If you are u sing a T V/monitor that is
Note:
connected to the VCR’s jacks, set the TV/monitor to the video mode.
on the back of the VCR.
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
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2. Turn on the VCR and repeatedly press
VCR
until VCR appears.
PROG
3. Press
. The first four timer settings
TV/
appear.
TOP CH SPD
4. Repeatedly press
PLAY
or
STOP
to select
the setting you want to change, then press
FAST-F
.
5. Follow Steps 8–1 2 under “Setting a Timer” on Page 30 to correct the selected setting.
PROG
6. When you finish, press
again, then
turn off the VCR.
Clearing a Time r
If the timer recording has not yet started:
1. Follow Steps 1–3 u nder “Checking/Chan g­ing Timers.”
2. Highlight the setting you want to clear, then
ADD/DLT
press
3. When you finish clearing the timer, press
PROG
.
Turn off the VCR if you still have at least one timer setting entered.
.
DUBBING
The process of recording from one audio/video device to another is called dubbing.
An audio/video device where a signal origi­nates is called the dubbing source. You can use another VCR, camcorder, satellite receiv­er, or other device with A/V outputs as the dub­bing source, connect the dubbing source and the VCR, then use your VCR to record the sig­nal from the dubbing source.
Or, you can use this VCR as the dubbing source for another VCR. See “Installation” on Page 9 for the various possible connections.
Notes:
• Always use video-quality shielded cables with phono-type connectors to conn ect the device to the VCR. Do not use standard audio patch cords.
• Most material performed in public, such as concerts, plays, and movies, or distributed on prerecorded video tapes is copyrighted. The unauthorized recording or du plication of copyrighted material is a violation of the copyright laws of most countries and such duplication may result in fines, imprison­ment, or both. Note, however, that in the United States, it is not a violation of U.S. copyright laws for a consumer to record a broadcast television program for private (in-home) viewing.
If a timer recording is in progress:
1. Press
POWER
CANCEL THEN
to stop timer recording.
TIMER REC PUSH POWER
STOP KEY
appears if you are
watching the signal from the VCR.
2. Within 10 seconds, press disappears.
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STOP
TO
. TIMER
To dub a tape, start playback on the dubbing source first (see that device’s instructions) then start recording on the recording VCR.
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AUDIO-ONLY RECORDING (MODEL 62 ONLY)
Because of the superior quality of VHS Hi-Fi audio recordings, you might want to use your VCR as an audio-only recorder. You can also make live recordings by connecting a pre­amplifier or mixer to the VCR’s Simply select the line i nput and record as us u­al.
AUDIO IN
jacks.
Caution:
to the VCR.
Note:
mend you use high -quality vid eo tape (such as Cat. No. 44-410) to make audio-only record­ings.
Do not directly connect a microphone
For the best audio fidelity, we recom-
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATI ON
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you follow the instructions in this m anual an d still ha ve trouble ope rating you r VCR, l ook in this chart for the problem description and its solution. If your VCR still does not work properly, contact your local RadioShack store.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
No power. The power cord is not connected. Plug the power c ord into an AC
outlet.
Timer recording did not work, or a broadcast was recorded at the wrong time.
Cannot record. The erase-protection tab is missing. Place a piece of tape over the
Picture is poor on playback. • The TV is not set to the proper channel. Set the TV to Channel
The playback picture is dis­torted.
No picture on playback. • The T V is not s et t o t he p roper c hann el. Set it to Chann el 3 or
Remote control buttons do not work when the power is on and a cassette is loaded.
Cannot see broadcast TV programs using the VCR’s tuner.
• The power is on. Turn off the power.
• The timer is not set or is set incorrectly. Check the timer set­tings.
tab hole.
3 or 4.
• The TV’s fine tuning is not set correctly. Fine tune your TV.
• Audio/video connections are incorrect. Check all connections.
• The video heads are dirty. See “Cleaning the Video Heads” on Page 37.
• The VCR mig ht not have adjusted the track ing correctly. You might need to manually adjust t he tracking (see “Tracking” on Page 26).
4, or to its audio/video input if you connected it to the VCR’s
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
• Audio/video connections are incorrect. Check all connections.
• Something is blocking the path from the remote control to the VCR.
• Bright light is shining on the VCR’s remote control sensor win­dow. Get closer to the VCR, or change the VCR’s location.
• The remote control might be set for another device’s opera­tion. Try pressing
• The remote control’s batteries might be weak. Replace the batteries.
TV/VCR
• VCR appears.
• Audio/video connections are incorrect. Check all connections.
is not set correctly. Repeatedly press
jacks.
VCR
.
TV/VCR
until
Cannot record from the input jacks.
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• Connections are incorrect. Check all connections.
INPUT
• for the Model 62).
is not set correctly. Select
LINE (LINE 1
or
LINE 2
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
No stereo sound for a stereo recording (Model 62 only).
• You have not connected the VCR’s
AUDIO OUT
jacks to a ste-
reo system or stereo TV. Connect the jacks to a stereo output.
• The audio out setting is not correctly set. Set it to
Hi-Fi
(see “Receiving/Recording Stereo/SAP Broadcasts (Model 62 Only)” on Page 28).
• The VCR mig ht not have adjusted the track ing correctly. You might need to manually adjust t he tracking (see “Tracking” on Page 26).
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your Optimus 4-Head VHS HQ VCR is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The fol­lowing suggestions will help you care for your VCR so you can enjoy it for years.
Keep the VCR dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liqui ds mig ht contain min­erals that can corrode the electronic circuits.
Use and store the VCR only in normal tempe rature env ironment s. Temperat ure e x­tremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts.
Keep the VCR away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear of parts.
Handle the VCR gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cas­es and can cause the VCR to work improperly.
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type in the remote control. Batteries can leak chemicals that damage your VCR remote control’s electronic parts.
Wipe the VCR with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the VCR.
Modifying or tampering with the V CR’s internal componen ts can ca use a malfunct ion, invalidating your VCR’s warranty and voiding your FCC authorization to operate it. If your VCR is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
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Servicing Your VCR
There are no user-serviceable parts inside your VCR. If you encounter a problem that you can­not correct using this manual and its trouble­shooting guide, take the VCR to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
Cleaning the Video Heads
When video head cleaning becomes neces­sary, the VCR displays the following message on the TV screen while pla ying back a record­ed tape.
Video head cleaning kits are available from your local RadioShack store. Clean the hea ds only when the VCR displays the message shown above. Be sure to use the “dry” type cleaning cassette.
Storing Your Video Cassettes
Unless you are making an automatic timer re­cording, eject and store the cassette before you turn off the VCR. This helps protect the cassette and the VCR’s internal mechanisms.
Place your video cassettes in their protective boxes and store them in a cool, dry, dust-free environment. Store the cassettes on end, not on their sides, to prevent improper settling of the cassette’s spools.
Tape can become wound too tightly
Note:
around the cassette’s spools a fter many play­ings. This can make the cassette load improp­erly and automatically eject when you inse rt it. On most cassettes there is a brake-release plunger on the bottom center of the cassette. Use the tip of a pen or pencil to press the plunger. This loosens the tape.
Serious problems require cleani ng b y a trained technician. For more head cleaning informa­tion, contact your local RadioShack store.
Brake-Release Plunger
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SPECIFICATIONS
Television System .............................................................................. NTSC Standard Color Signal
Recording System ................................................................................ Four-Head Double Azimuth
1
Tape Width ............................................................................................................................
Tape Speed:
SP ............................................................................................ 1.31 Inch/second (33.35 mm/s)
LP ............................................................................................ 0.65 Inch/second (16.67 mm/s)
EP ............................................................................................. 0.43 Inch/second (11.12 mm/s)
Tuner Channels:
VHF ................................................................................................................................... 2–13
UHF ................................................................................................................................. 14–69
CATV ............................................................................................................................... 1–125
RF Converter ............................................................................................... Built-in VHF Converter
Converter Output ......................................................... ....... ..... ....... ....... .......... .. ...... Channel 3 or 4
/2 Inch
Terminals:
Antenna Input ................................................................................................ VHF/UHF: F Type
Antenna Output ............................................................................................ VHF/UHF: F Type
Video Input/Output ......................................................................................... Phono Connector
Audio Input/Output ......................................................................................... Phono Connector
Video Output Level .................................................................... ................................. ........ 1.0 V
p-p
Video Output Impedance ......................................................................................................... 75
Audio Output Level .............................................................................................................. –8 dBV
Audio Output Impedance .......................................................................................................... 1 k
Video Input Level .......................................................................................................... 0.5-2.0 V
p-p
Video Input Impedance .......................................................................................................... 50 k
Audio Input Level ............................................................................................................... –10 dBV
Audio Input Impedance .......................................................................................................... 47 k
Video S/N Ratio (weighted):
SP ..................................................................................................................................... 42 dB
EP ..................................................................................................................................... 40 dB
Audio S/N Ratio:
Regular Audio (weighted)
SP ..................................................................................................................................... 43 dB
EP ..................................................................................................................................... 40 dB
Hi-Fi Audio (Model 62 only) (Dynamic Range):
SP ................................................................................................................... More than 90 dB
LP ................................................................................................................... More than 90 dB
EP ................................................................................................................... More than 90 dB
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Frequency Response:
Regular Audio
SP ................................................................................................................. 80 Hz–10 kHz
EP ................................................................................................................... 80 Hz–5 kHz
Hi-Fi Audio (Model 62 only) In All Modes ............................................................ 20 Hz –20 kHz
Power Requireme n t .......................... .......... ................ ................. ................ ................ 120 V, 60 Hz
Power Consumption
Models 112/113 ........................................................................................................... 18 Watts
Model 62 ..................................................................................................................... 23 Watts
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Dimensions (HWD) ................................................ 3
/8 × 1415/16 × 1113/16 Inches (9.3 × 38 × 30 cm)
Weight ................................................................................................................. 7 lbs 6 oz (3.4 kg)
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.
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This product is warra nted by RadioSha ck against manufacturin g defects in materi al and workma n­ship under norm al use for ninety (90) d ays from t he date of p urchase from RadioShack company­owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO E XPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABIL­ITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RE­SPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WAR­RANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVE­NIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN AD­VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of in­cidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the war ranty period, take the produc t and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of pur chas e date to any Radi oSha ck store. Rad ioS hack will, at its option , un­less otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the prod uct with one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced par ts and products, and pr oducts on which a refu nd is made, becom e the prop­erty of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and pr oducts may be used in the performa nce of warranty service. Re paired or replaced parts and pro ducts are warranted for the remaind er of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, imp roper or abno rmal us age, fa ilure to foll ow instr uctions, imp roper installati on or maintenance, alte ration, lightning or other incidence of exc ess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those prov ided by a RadioShack Aut horized Service Faci lity; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives y ou specific legal rights, and y ou may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
RadioShack Customer Relations, Dept. W, 100 Throckmorton St., Suite 600, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Limited Ninety- Day Warranty
We Service What We Sell
3/97
RadioShack
A Division of Tandy Corporation
Fort Worth, Texas 76102
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