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)

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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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read instructions

— All the safety and operatin instructio ns shou ld b e read b efore t he ap pli ance is operated.

Retain Instructions

— The safet

and opera ting instruc-

tions should be retained for future reference.

Heed Warnings

3. the operatin

Follow Instructions

— 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

— 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

— 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.

Ventilation

— 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.

Optimus is a registered trademark used by Tandy Corporation.

RadioShack is a trademark used by Tandy Corporation.

y by

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

are incl uded in the l itera tur e accom panyi ng th is prod uct.

g Sy

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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

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.

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

jacks

IN FR OM

IN FROM

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.

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

stem to

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MODEL 62 CONNECTIONS

Outside Antenna

Cable

(CATV)

Company

(Optional Camcorder/2nd VCR/DSS System)

Audio

Video

Cable Box

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

Stereo Audio/Video Cable

Antenna InAudio InVideo In

75-Ohm Coax Cable

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

(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

Audio/Video Cable

Antenna InAudio InVideo In

75-Ohm Coax Cable

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

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

Speakers

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

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/

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

Using the Remote Control

To use the remote control, aim it at the front of the VCR and press the desired function buttons.

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

. (If you

UTO SET

CABLE

THEN. . .

UP KEY

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,

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

• 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

for English,

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

to display the main menu.

Note: To exit the programming mode,

press

again at any time.

4. Repeatedly press

PLAY

the correct month, then press

STOP

FAST-F

to select

DST : O

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

FAST-F

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

, then press

PLAY

, then press

STOP

FAST-F

STOP

to high-

12: 0 0 PM

DST : O

If the information is not correct, move the cursor to the incorrect entry by repeatedly pressing

REW

FAS T-F

, then enter

the correct information.

HANNEL

08 DELE T

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,

press

twice. The currently set time

appears and the clock starts running.

Note:

when you press

Seconds begin counting from 00

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.

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

STOP

FAST-F

STOP FAST-F

to high-

If the tuner stores a channel that you do not want, repeatedly press (or press and hold)

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

ADDED

appears, and the channel is

ADD/DLT

CHAN-

added to memory.

4. Press

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

to display the main menu.

To exit the p rogramming mode du r-

Note:

ing Steps 2–4, press

again.

Espan

Français

English

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2. Repeatedly press

SET UP CHANNEL

light

FAST-F

3. Press system (

4. Press press

FAST-F

ANT

UTO SE

SELE SET END

STOP

FAST-F

again to select the broadcast

CATV)

SET UP CHA

ENN

A SYSTEM : CATV

CT :

KEY

: MENU KEY

to highlight

PLAY

E : ENGL I S

NNE

KEY

UTO SET

CABLE

YOUR

THEN. . .

UP KEY

STOP

to high-

, then press

AUTO SET

, then

E : ENGL I S

E : ESP

õl

SCOPE

: FRANÇAI

3. Press

FAST-F

so the desired language

appears next to the fourth item.

ANO

5. Press

. The VCR starts scanning for

you want, pres s

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.

1. Press

2. Repeatedly press

to display the main menu.

PLAY

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.

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

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

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

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

until VCR

s when the tuner is

LINE (LINE 1

s or

100

• 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.

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

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

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

the VCR.

Playing a Video Tape

1. Load a video tape.

2. If playback does not automatically begin,

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

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-

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.

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.

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

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

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

• 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

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

STOP

to highlight

FAS T-F

. The VCR high-

SET UP

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3. Press

FAST-F

so ON appears.

CR ON

4. When you finish setting the repeat play

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

down tracking system, press same time or turn the power off then back on.

s or CH t. To return to the automatic

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.)

/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

TO SET SPEC

I F I

C REC T

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/

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

MONO

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.

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.

SELE CT

START DAT

DATE START STOPCH

SET

KEY

SELECT : KEY END : PR

KEY

TODAY

8 SAT

--:--

--:-- --

SET :

KEY

SELECT :

KEY

END

: PROG KEY

SELE CT

START DAT

WEEKLY

--:--

--:-- --

SUN

DATE START ST

OPC

SET :

KEY

SELECT :

KEY

END

: PROG KEY

SELE CT

START DAT

DAILY

--:--

--:-- --

MON-FRI

DATE START ST

OPC

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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

7. Repeatedly press

PLAY

STOP

to sele ct an empty timer number, then press This menu appears.

8. Repeatedly press

PLAY

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

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

--:-- --

KEY

TODAY

SELE CT

START DAT

SELECT : KEY SET

END : PR

To record a broadcast at a specific time and date

, repeatedly press

PLAY

to select the specific date.

FAST-F

Press

9. Repeatedly press

to store your selection.

PLAY

STOP

to select

the start hour. When the correct hour

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

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

(

1 or

LINE 2

the Model 62) appears.

12. Repeatedly press

the tape speed (

SP, LP

PLAY

STOP

, or EP).

to select

13. Double-check all the set information.

• If the information is correct, press

STOP

PLAY

PROG

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

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

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

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.

STOP

. 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.

• Connections are incorrect. Check all connections.

INPUT

• for the Model 62).

is not set correctly. Select

LINE (LINE 1

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

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 Ω

Audio Output Level .............................................................................................................. –8 dBV

Audio Output Impedance .......................................................................................................... 1 kΩ

Video Input Level .......................................................................................................... 0.5-2.0 V

p-p

Video Input Impedance .......................................................................................................... 50 kΩ

Audio Input Level ............................................................................................................... –10 dBV

Audio Input Impedance .......................................................................................................... 47 kΩ

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

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.

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