Radio Shack 28-9 User Manual

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Cat. No. 16-420

OWNER’S MANUAL

Please read before using this equipment.

Model 28 9" Co lo r TV

with Built-In VHS VCR

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FEATURES

Your RadioShack Model 28 9" Color TV with Built-In VHS VCR combines a versatile color TV/monitor and a VCR in one space-saving cabinet. The supplied AC and DC power cords let you enjoy it in your home, office, car, RV, van, or boat — almost anywhere! The Model 28 receives TV programs and plays video tapes. It also records video tape s from TV programs or an audio/video source you connect to it.

Please read this owner’s manual carefully. It has been prepared to assist you with initial setup procedures and to guide y ou in the Model 28’s everyday operation.

Your Model 28 has these features.

Front Panel Video/Audio Input Jacks

— let you quickly connect an audio/video device such as a camcorder or video game without disconnecting other devices.

Bilin

ual On-Screen Menu

— displays instruc-

tions on the TV screen in English or Spanish.

179-Channel Capabilit Locked Loop) Tuner

, Digital PLL (Phase-

— offers a broad range of

viewing choices and a clear, sharp picture.

Tuner Memor

Programmin

— automatically stores all the active chann els in your area into memory. You can also manually program the tuner’s memory, making it easy to add new channels when you move th e Model 28 to another area, or delete channels you do not want.

Remote C ontro l

— provides remote access to

most of the tape-motion and TV controls.

Two-Wa

Power

— lets you powe r the Model 28 from standard AC power (with the supplied AC power cord) or your vehicle’s battery (with the supplied DC power cord).

Channel Return

— lets you quickly switch between broadcasts on two different channels by pressing a single button.

1-Year, 7-Event, Di

ital Timer

— lets you program the Model 2 8 to make up to s even unattended weekly, daily, or one-time recordings within a 1-year period.

Toda

Timer Recordin

— lets you easily

record one program within the next 24 hours.

Game Mode Settin

— lets you quickly set the Model 28 to the best video setting for viewing video games.

Automatic/Manual Trackin

— adjusts the tracking automatically for each tape you play. You can also adjust the tracking manually.

Automatic Pla

back/Rewind/Eject

— makes playback easy by automatically playing, rewinding, and ejecting a video cassette tape.

Sleep Timer

— lets you set the Model 28 to play for the amount of time you select, then automatically turn off.

Auto Repeat

— lets you set the Model 28 to automatically repeat a tape when, during playback, it reaches the end or a blank spot on the tape.

Rental Pla

— improves playback picture qual-

ity of worn tapes, such as rental tapes.

Dual-Speed Fast-Forward/Reverse with Visual Search and Time Search

— helps you easily find a selection on the tape, and lets you quickly move the tape through recorded material you want to skip.

Freeze-Frame

— lets you temporarily stop the

action and view a single frame.

Dew Protection System

28 by preventing VCR operation in very humid conditions.

— protects the Model

ital Tape Counter with Memor

select and return to a specific point on the tape.

RadioShack is a trademark used by Tandy Corporation.

— lets yo u

CAUTION

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Three Recording/Pla yback S pee ds — let you choose the best recording speed for the desired length and recording quality.

Earphone Jack — lets you connect an earphone (not supplied) to the Model 28.

Note: Y our Model 28’s remo te control requires two AA batteries (not included) for operation.

For your records, we recommend you record the serial number of the Model 28 here. The number is on the back panel.

Serial Number ______________________

Note: Most material performed in public, such as concerts, plays, and movies, or distributed on prerecorded video tapes, is copyrighted. The unauthorized recording or duplication of copyrighted material is a violation of the copyright laws of most countries and such duplication may result in fines and/or imprisonment. Note, however, that in the United States, it is not a violation of U.S. copyright laws for a c onsum er t o reco rd a broadcast television program for private (inhome) viewing.

Warning: To prevent fire or shock ha zard, 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 symbol i s intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the prod uct’s encl osure that mi ght 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 important operating and maintenance instructions

are included in the literature accompanying this product.

GROUND CLAM PS

NEC - NATI ON AL ELE CTRI CAL C ODE

EXAMPLE OF ANT ENNA GRO UNDING AS P ER

NATIONAL ELE CT RICAL CO DE

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 GROUNDI NG

GROUND

ELECTRIC

FIGURE A

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS AND PRECAUTIONS

Read instructions

instructions should be read before the appli-

— All the safety and operat-

ance is operated.

Retain In struction s

instructions should be retained for future ref-

— The safety and operat-

erence.

Heed Warnings

ance and in the operatin

— All warnin

instructions should be

s on the appli-

adhered to.

Follow Instructions

— All operatin

and use

instruct ions should be followed.

Cleaning

let before cleanin

— Unplu

TV/VCR from the wall out-

. Do not use liquid cleaners or

aerosol clea ners. Use a damp cloth for cleanin

Attachments

— Do not use attachments not recommended by the TV/VCR manufacturer as they may cause hazar ds.

Water and Moisture

— Do not use this TV/VCR near water-for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimmin

Accessories

— Do not place this TV/VCR on

pool.

an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The TV/VCR may fall, causin someone and serious dama

serious injury to

e to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the TV/VCR. Any mountin

of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mountin

accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven sur-

faces may cause an appliance and cart combination to overturn.

Ventilation

— Slots and openin

s in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the TV/ VCR and to protect it from overheatin openin openin

s must not be blocked or covered. The s should never be blocked by placin

. These

the TV/VCR on a bed, sofa, rug, or o ther s i m ilar surface.

This TV/VCR should never be placed near or

over a radiator or heat re

ister. This TV/VCR should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered t o.

Power Sources

10.

— This TV/VCR should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the markin

label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your hom e, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For TV/VCRs intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operatin

Grounding and Polarizat ion

11. equipped with a polarized alternatin line plu other). This plu

instructions.

— This TV/VCR is

-current

(a plug having one blade wider than the

will fit into the power outl et only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plu

reversin fit, contact your electrician to replace your obso-

the plug. If the p lug should still fail to

fully into the outlet, try

lete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plu

Power-Cord Protection

12.

— Power-supply cords should be routed so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or a

ainst them, paying particular attention to

cords at plu

s, convenience receptacles, and

the point where they exit from the appliance.

Outdoor Antenna Grounding

13.

— If an outside antenna or cable sy stem is connected to t he TV/ VCR, be sure the antenna or cable system is

rounded so as to provide some protection

ainst voltage surges and built-up static

char

es. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper mast and supportin

structure, grounding of the

lead-in wire to an antenna dischar

rounding of the

e unit, size of

rounding conductors, location of antenna-dis-

char

e unit, connect ion to grounding electrodes, and requirements f or the

rounding electrode.

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Lightning

14. VCR receiver durin

— For added protection for this TV/

a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for l on time, u nplu

it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent dama power-line sur

Power Lines

15.

e to the TV/VCR due to lightning and

es.

— An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric li cuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installin

an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touchin with them mi

Overloading

16.

such power lines or circuits as contact

ht be fatal.

— Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

Object and Liquid Entry

17.

— Never push objects of any kind into this TV/VCR throu as they may touch dan

erous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TV/VCR.

Servicing

18. VCR yourself as openin may expose you to dan hazards . Refer all s ervicin

— Do not attempt to service this TV/

or removing covers

erous voltage or other

to qualified service

personnel.

Damage Requiring Service

19.

— Unplu VCR from the wall outlet and refer servicin qualified service personnel under the followin conditions:

When the power- supply cord or plu

or frayed.

a. If liquid has been spilled or objects have

fallen into the TV/VCR.

b. If the TV/VCR has been exposed to rain or

water.

c. If the TV/VCR does not operate normally

by followin

the operating instru ctions. Adj ust only those controls that are covered by the operatin

instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in dama and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the TV/VCR to its normal operation.

d. If the TV/VCR has been dropped or the

cabinet has been dama

ed.

periods of

ht or power cir-

h openings

this TV/

is damaged

e. When the TV/VCR exhibits a distinct

chan

e in performance — this indicates a

need for servi ce.

Replacement Parts

20.

— When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts, specified by the manufacturer, that have the same characteristics as the ori

inal part . Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards.

Safety Check

21.

— Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV/VCR, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the TV/VCR is in proper operatin

condition.

Heat

22.

— This TV/VCR product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat re in

isters, stoves, or other products (includ-

amplifiers) that produce heat.

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OUTDOOR GROUNDING AND POWER LINES

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can come into contact with power lines or circuits . When installing an out side ant enna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from coming into contact with power lines or ci rcuits; c ontac t with them might be fatal.

SERVICE

1. Except as note d i n t his owner’s manual, do not attempt to service this TV/VCR yourself. Instead, unplug it and contact a qualified service technician.

2. Be sure the service technician uses authorized replacement parts or their equivalents. Unauthorized parts may cause fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.

3. Following any service or repair, be sure the service technician performs safety checks to certify that your TV/VCR is in safe operating order.

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CONTENTS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN..................................................................................................................... 9

Accessories................................................................................................................................ 9

Moisture Condensation............................................................................................................ 10

Using This Manual ................................................................................................................... 10

CONNECTIONS............................................................................................................................. 11

Choosing a Location ................................................................................................................ 11

Connecting the Supplied Antenna ........................................................................................... 11

Connecting an Outdoor Antenna ............................................................................................. 12

Connecting to a Cable System ................................................................................................ 12

Cable Channel Designations............................................................................................. 13

Connecting an External Device................................................................................................ 13

Connecting Power. ................................................................................................................... 13

Using the AC Power Cord................................................................................................. 13

Using the DC Power Cord................................................................................................. 14

Connecting an Optional Earphone.. ......................................................................................... 14

Listening Safely................................................................................................................. 14

SETUP............................................................................................................................................ 15

Front Panel .............................................................................................................................. 15

Remote Control.................. ................ ................. ................ .......... ................ ................. .......... 15

Installing Batteries............................................................................................................. 1 6

Using the Remote Control................................................................................................. 16

Setting the On-Screen Programming Language...................................................................... 17

Changing the On-Screen Programming Language........................................................... 17

Changing the Channels Stored in Memory........................................................................ 18

Adding/Erasing Channels ................................................................................................. 18

Selecting the Input Signal ...... ................... .............. ................... ................... ................... ........ 18

Setting the Clock...................................................................................................................... 19

BASIC TV OPERATION................................................................................................................. 2 0

Selecting Channels.................................................................................................................. 20

Viewing TV............. ................ ................. ................ .......... ................. ................ ...................... 20

Adjusting the Picture................................................................................................................ 2 0

Using Mute............................................................................................................................... 21

Using Channel Return.............................................................................................................. 21

Viewing an External Device..................................................................................................... 21

BASIC VCR OPERATION.............................................................................................................. 22

Loading a Video Tape.............................................................................................................. 22

Playing a Video Tape............................................................................................................... 22

Automatic Rewind/Eject..................................................................................................... 22

Changing the Tape’s Direction/Varying the Playback Speed................................................... 23

Visual Search .................................................................................................................... 2 3

Freeze-Frame .................................................................................................................... 23

Fast-Forward/Rewind........................................................................................................ 23

Tracking ................................................................................................................................... 23

Auto Tracking..................................................................................................................... 23

Adjusting the Tracking Manually.... .................................................................................... 23

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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS.................................................................................................................. 24

Things You See..... ................. ......... ................. ................ ................. ................ .......... ............. 24

On-Screen Displays .......................................................................................................... 24

Function Indicators............................................................................................................ 24

Using the Sleep Timer.............................................................................................................. 24

Using the Game Mode............................................................................................................. 25

Using the Counter.................................................................................................................... 25

Using Counter Return............................. ..... .. ..... .. ..... ..... ..... .... ..... ..... .. ..... .. ..... .. ..... ..... .. .... 25

Using Time Search................................................................................................................... 26

Using Automatic Repeat Playback........................................................................................... 26

Improving Playback of Older (Worn)/Damaged Tapes............................................................. 27

RECORDING ................................................................................................................................. 28

General Info r mation............... ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ............. 28

Recording/Playback Speeds ............................................................................................. 28

Tape Selection................................................................................................................... 28

Erase Prot ec tion................ ......... ................. ................. ................ ................. ......... ........... 28

Immediate Recording............................................................................................................... 29

One-Touch Recording (OTR)................................................................................................... 29

OTR Hints........................ ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ............. 30

Automatic Timer Recording (Timer Numbers 1-7)................................................................... 30

Setting the Automatic Timer.............................................................................................. 31

Checking/Changing Automatic Timers..................................................... .. ....... .......... ...... 32

Clearing an Automatic Timer ............................................................................................. 33

Today Timer Recording (Timer Number 8)................................... ....... ....... ..... ....... .. .......... ...... 33

Setting the Today Timer..................................................................................................... 33

Checking/Changing the Today Timer ................................................................................ 34

Clearing the Today Timer .................................................................................................. 34

Timer Recording Hints ............................................................................................................. 35

Dubbing (Copying) a Tape................................. .. ....... .......... ....... .. .......... ....... .. ....... .......... ...... 35

Connecting a Dubbing Source .......................................................................................... 35

Dubbing a Tape................................................................................................................. 36

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ............ ......... ................. ................ ................. ......... ................. ...... 37

Troubleshooting Guide......................................................................................................... .... 37

Care and Maintenance............................................................................................................. 39

The FCC Wants You to Know........... ................. ......... ................. ................. ................ ........... 40

Replacing the DC Power Cord’s Fuse..................................................................................... 40

Servicing Your Model 28..................................................................... ....... ....... ..... ....... ....... .... 41

Cleaning the Video Heads.......................................................................... ....... ..... ....... .... 41

Storing Video Cassettes ...................................... ....... ..... ....... ....... ..... ....... ....... ....... ..... ....... .... 41

Degaussing.............................................................................................................................. 41

SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................... 42

POWER

MUTE

EJECT

123

456

789

0 +100

VOL

MONITOR

SLEEP

CHANNEL RETURN

SELECT

ADD/

DELETE

C.RESET C.MEMORY

REWIND PLAY F.FWD

RECORD STOP PAUSE/STILL

SPEED

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

ACCESSORIES

Your Model 28 includes the following ac cessories. Be sure you have all of these i tems before you store the packing material.

Remote Control

— controls most of

your Model 28’s functions.

UHF/VHF Dipole Antenna

— provides adequate reception in most metropolitan areas.

AC Power Cord

— lets you power the

Model 28 from standard AC power.

DC Power Cord

— lets you power the

Model 28 from your vehicle’s battery.

300-to-75-ohm Matchin

Transformer

— lets you connect a 300-ohm antenna lead to your Model 28’s

ANT.

termi n al.

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MOISTURE CONDENSATION

Condensation inside th e Model 28’s VCR can cause tape jams or video head damage. When the Model 28’s automatic dew sensor senses moisture, the Model 28 will not play a tape.

DEW

If move your Model 28 from a cold area to a warm one, unplug the Model 28 a nd le t it sit f or abou t 2 hours, or until you plug it in. This allows complete evaporation of any moisture inside the Model 28.

DEW

appears on the TV screen and

appears on the TV screen, or when you

DEW

no longer appears when

USING THIS MANUAL

This manual i s organized i nto these m ajor s ections.

• “Connections” on Page 11 — describes the connections required to begin using your Model 28.

• “Setup” on Page 15 — includes procedures for preparing and using the remote control, setting the on-screen programming language, selecting the input signal, setting the clock, and storing channels.

• “Basic TV Operation” o n Page 20 explains how to select channels, watch TV using the Model 28’s tuner, adjust the picture, mute the sound, use the channel return feature, and view an external device.

• “Basic VCR Operation” on Page 22 — explains how to load and pla y a video t ape, use the Model 28’s visual search and freeze-frame features, fast-forward and rewind a tape, and adjust the tracking manually.

• “Special Functions” on Page 24 — describes the things y ou see on t he Model 28’s TV screen, h ow to use the Model 28’s sleep timer, game mode, counter, time search, and automatic repeat playback functions, and improve playback of old or damaged video tapes.

• “Recording” on Page 28 — describes the different types of recordings and gives instructions for making each.

• “Additional Information” on Page 37 — includes a troubleshooting section, care and maintenance procedures, FCC information, procedures for replacing the DC power cord’s fuse, i nformation on servicing your Model 28, cleaning the Model 28’s video heads, storing video cassettes, and degaussing.

• “Specifications” on Page 42 — lists the Model 28’s specifications.

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CONNECTIONS

Before using your Model 28 for the first time, read through this entire section to determine which connections best m eet your needs. Then follow the directions for com pl eting t he c onnections.

Notes:

• You can connect many different types of audio/video systems such as a stereo receiver/amplifier, a satellite receiver, or a combination of a cable system and outside antenna to your Model 28. These connections might require additional supplies that are available from your local RadioShack store.

• Disconnect powe r from the M odel 28 when making connections. Do not connect the Model 28’s power cord (AC or DC) until you complete all other connections.

CHOOSING A LOCATION

Choose a location for your Model 28 where:

• Air flows freely on all sides of the Model 28.

• The power cord (AC or DC) is not in the way of normal traffic.

CONNECTING THE SUPPLIED ANTENNA

Follow these steps to conne ct the supplied a ntenna.

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO

1. Insert the antenna ’s post into the s ock et on top of the Model 28’s cabinet.

2. Connect both sides of the antenna’s cable to the supplied 300-to-75-ohm matching transformer.

3. Plug the 300-to-75-ohm matching transformer into the Model 28’s

ANT.

4. Fully extend the antenna and adjust it for the best VHF reception.

ANT.

OUT

terminal.

Note:

To improve UHF reception, shorten the

antenna.

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CONNECTING AN OUTDOOR ANTENNA

The supplied antenna provides good reception in most areas. But, for the best recept i on in al l areas, use a high-quality outdoor antenna, available at your local RadioShack store.

• If the antenna us es 75-ohm coaxial cable, connect the antenna’s cable direct ly to the Model 28’s

DC 12V

AC 120V

• If the antenna uses 300-ohm cable, use the supplied 300-to-75-ohm matching transformer to make the connection.

ANT.

terminal.

ANT.

AUDIO VIDEO

OUT

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

CONNECTING TO A CABLE SYSTEM

Note to the CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to ca ll the CA TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-4 0 of the National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

To receive cable channel s, connect the Model 28 to your local cable system as foll ows.

Caution:

rect connections to cable wires (connections that do not go through the cable box). Check the laws in your area before making any connections.

If you do not receive scrambled channels

you can connect the cable directly to the Model 28’s

Some areas have laws restricting di-

ANT.

termi nal.

• If you have sepa rate VHF and UHF antennas, connect the antenn a cables to a s plitter/combiner (such as RadioShack Cat. No. 15-1296). Then connect the splitter/combiner’s output to the

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT AUDIO

VIDEO

ANT.

OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

ANT.

terminal.

Refer to your antenna’s installation instructions for additional information.

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO

If you receive scrambled channels

ANT.

OUT

, you must connect the cable to the cable converter box, then connect the cable converter box to the Model 28’s

ANT.

terminal.

Set the Model 28 to the cable box’s output channel (3 or 4) and use the cable b ox to select the channel.

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Cable Channel Designations

Your Model 28 c an receiv e up to 125 c able channels, displayed as 1-125. Channels 2-13 are the same for VHF and cable TV, and cable companies usually number them as they appear on the TV screen. For other channels, the cable service’s channel designations might not match the channel nu mb ers that appear on t he T V sc reen.

For more information, contact your cable company. You still might have t o experiment to determine the proper cable channel designations for your cable system.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

You can connect another audio/video device that has audio/video outputs, such as a VCR, camcorder, or satellite receiver, to the Model 28 so you can view the source’s output on the Model 28. You can also connect a device that has audio/video inputs, such as a TV/monitor or VCR, to the Model 28 so you can view or record the Model 28’s output on the device.

Always use video-quality shield ed cables

Note:

with phono connectors. Do not use standard audio patch cords.

Note:

If you connect external devices to both sets of audio/video input jacks on your Model 28, the

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

and

jacks on

the front of the Model 28 have priority. To connect an audio/video device’s inputs to the

Model 28, c onnect the

OUT

jacks on the back of the Model 28 to the

AUDIO OUT

and

VIDEO

corresponding audio and video input jacks on the audio/video device.

To view the signals from the Model 28 on

Note:

a TV/monitor, set the TV/monitor to its video mode.

CONNECTING POWER

Using the AC Power Cord

Warning:

has a polarized plug. To prevent blade exposure, be sure the blades fit fully and easily into the outlet. If you do not have a polarized outlet , have a qualified electrician install one before you use the Model 28.

Plug the supplied AC powe r cord’s smaller end into the Model 28’s plug the other end into a standard AC outlet.

For your protection, the power cord

AC 120V

connector. Then

To connect an audio/video device’s outputs to the Model 28, connect the device’s video and audio outputs to the corresponding

AUDIO IN

and or the

jacks on the back of the Model 28,

VIDEO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

and

VIDEO IN

jacks on

the front of the Model 28.

INPUT

OUT

[Source (

ANT.

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO

Audio/Video adapter c

REC

TIMER REC

P/N b r O q a Y X

MONITOR

RECORD

POWER REWSTOP/EJECT PLAY F.FWD

VOLUME CHANNEL

OTR

VIDEOAUDIO

VIDEO AUDIO

DC 12V

AC 120V

DC 12V

AC 120V

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

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Using the DC Power Cord

To power the Model 28 from your vehicle’s battery, plug the supplied DC power cord’s sm all plug into the Model 28’s the other end into the vehicle’s c igarette-lighter socket.

DC 12V

AC 120V

Cautions:

• Do not operate your Model 28 while driving.

• Use only the supplied DC power cord.

• Make sure the ring on the tip of the cigarette-lighter socket is securely screwed in before you insert it into the vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket.

DC 12V

AC 120V

jack. Then plug

ANT.

IN OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

T o Cigarette-Lighter Socket

• The fuse supplied with the DC power cord helps protect y our vehicle’s electrical system and the Mode l 28. For information about replacing the fuse, see “Replacing the DC Power Cord’s Fuse” on Page 40.

CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL EARPHONE

To view a video tape or TV program without disturbing others, plug an earphone w ith a plug (not supplied) into the Model 28’s

PHONE

jack. This mutes the M odel 28’s speaker. Your local RadioShack store sells a wide selection of earphones.

EARPHONE

HOME AUTO TWO WAY POWER

/8-inch

EAR-

MODEL 28

• Be sure the cigarette-lighter socket is free of ashes and other debris.

• Always plug the DC power cord into the Model 28 before you plug it into the cigarette-lighter socket. Always unplug it from the cigarette-lighter socket before you unplug it from the Model 28.

• If you use the Model 28 with the vehicle’s engine turned off, protect the vehicle’s battery from completely discharging by running the engine for a few minutes. Unplug the DC power cord as soon as you finish using the Model 28.

Notes:

• When the DC power cord is plugged in,

the AC power cord is automatically disconnected. To use the Model 28 with AC power, disconnect the DC power cord from the Model 28.

Listening Safely

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an earphone.

• Set the volume to the lowes t setting befo re you begin listening. After you put on the earphone, adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

• Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended high-volume listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.

• Once you set the volume, do no t increase it. Over time, your ears adapt to the volume level, so a volume level that does not cause discomfort might still damage your hearing.

POWER

MUTE

EJECT

123

456

789

0 +100

VOL

MONITOR

SLEEP

CHANNEL

RETURN

SELECT

ADD/

DELETE

C.RESET C.MEMORY

REWIND PLAY F.FWD

RECORD STOP PAUSE/STILL

SPEED

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SETUP

FRONT PANEL

The buttons on the M odel 28’s front panel control the TV and the VCR.

TIMER REC

REC

VIDEO AUDIO

POWER

INPUT

C / A

1. POWER

2. STOP/EJECT

3. REWIND

4. PLAY

5. F.FWD

6. REC/OTR

7. VOLUME /

8. CHANNEL /

9. MONITOR

REWINDSTOP/EJECT

REC OTR

PLAY

VOLUME

F.FWD

CHANNEL

MONITOR

REMOTE CONTROL

All the remote control’s buttons have the same functions as the buttons on the Model 28’s front panel. In addition, the number buttons let you directly select channels and menu options.

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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).

Cautions:

• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.

• Never leave dead batteries in the remote control.

• Dispose of dead batteries promptly and properly; do not bury or burn them.

1. Press down on the battery compartment cover and slide it in the direction of the arrow to remove it.

Using the Remote Control

To use the remote control, aim the LED on the front of the remote control toward the front of the Model 28 and press the desired button(s).

HOME AUTO TWO WAY POWER

MODEL 28

2. Insert fresh batteries into the compartment, as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) m a rked insi de .

3. Replace the cover.

If the remote control does not work or op-

Note:

erates poorly, replace both batteries.

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SETTING THE ON-SCREEN PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE

The first time you turn on the Model 28, the language selection menu automatically appears on the TV screen. You can set the Model 28 to display on-screen menus in English or in Spanish.

After you select an on-screen programming language, the Model 28 automatically stores channels into memory.

Notes:

• The on-screen programming language defaults to English.

• Make sure you hav e connected the Model 28 to your cable system or an antenna before continuing (see “Connecting the Supplied Antenna”on Page 11, “Connecting an Outdoor Antenna” on Page 12, or “Connecting to a Cable System” on Page 12).

1. Press

POWER

VIDEO AUDIO

to turn on the Model 28.

REC

TIMER REC

POWER

STOP/EJECT

4. Repeatedly press

or CH to

review the saved channels.

Notes:

• If a channel you wanted was not stored, you can add t he channel. If a cha nnel you did not want was stored, you can delete the channel. See “Adding/Erasing Channels” on Page 18.

• To store different channels, see “Storing Channels” on Page 18.

• The Model 28 retains stored channels when you turn off the Model 28, or disconnect power for less than 30 seconds.

Changing the On-Screen Programming Language

1. Press

2. Press

on the remote control to select the main menu. The me nu appears on the TV screen.

on the remote control to select the language select m enu. The menu app ears on the TV screen.

INPUT

2. To select the on-screen programming language, press

ESPANO L

select control.

appears on the TV screen next

to select

(Spanish) on the remote

ENGLIS H

or 2 to

to the language you selected.

- SELEC. IDIOMA -

1 ENGLISH 2 ESPAÑOL ON

3. Press

SELECT

. The Model 28 automatically stores active channels (TV or CATV), then it tunes to the lowest stored channel number.

- LANGUAGE SELECT -

1 ENGLISH ON 2 ESPAÑOL

3. To select the on-screen programming language, press select control.

ESPANOL

appears on the TV screen next

to select

(Spanish) on the rem ote

ENGLISH

or 2 to

to the language you selected.

4. Press

to exit the menu.

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Changing the Channels Stored in Memory

Although the Model 28 automatically stores all active channels in your are a the first time you turn it on, you can manually program the tuner’s memory.

If you tune both TV (broadcast) and CATV

Note:

(cable TV) signals, you can store both types of channels.

1. Press

2. Press

on the remote control to select the main menu. The menu appears on the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

CHANNEL SET UP

. The channel set up

menu appears on the TV screen.

3. Press

CHANNEL SET UP

on the remote control to select

. The channel set up

menu appears on the TV screen.

4. Press

ADD/DELETE CH ADD/DELETE CH,

on the remote control to select

. The TV screen shows

the currently tuned channel’s number, and the input source (TV or CATV).

5. Repeatedly press

ADD/DELETE

on the remote control until the channel number for the channel changes to blue (to add the channel) or to red (to delete the channel).

ADD/DELETE CH

23 ( TV )

3. Press

to select

AUTO PRESET.

The Model 28’s tuner scans through the channels (TV or CATV) and stores all the active channels in your area.

and the currently tuned channel number appear on the TV screen. After scanning all the channels, the tuner stops on the l owest-numbered active channel.

4. To review the saved channels, repeatedly

press

Note:

or CH .

You can directly select channels that are not stored in the tuner’s memory by using the remote control’s number buttons. See “Selecting Channels” on Page 20.

Adding/Erasing Channels

If a channel you want was not stored, or if a channel you do not want was stored, follow these steps to add or erase it.

1. Press keys on the remote control to enter the channel number you want to add or erase.

Note:

0 – for example,

or CH or use the number

Precede a single-digit number with a

01, 02

, etc.

6. Press

on the remote control to save

the changes.

SELECTIN G TH E IN PUT SIG NAL

Depending on the type of input device (antenna or cable) connected to your Model 28, you must select the input signal (the source you want the Model 28 to tune).

1. Press

2. Press

on the remote control to select the main menu. The me nu appears on the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

CHANNEL SET UP

. The menu appears

on the TV screen.

- CHANNEL SET UP -

1 TV/CATV [ TV ] 2 AUTO PRESET 3 ADD/DELETE CH

2. Press

on the remote control to select the main menu. The menu appears on the TV screen.

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3. Repeatedly press 1 to select the desired input signal (TV or CATV).

• If you conn ected an antenna (not cable) to the Model 28 and want t o receive up to 68 VHF/UHF channels, or if you have cable service and use a cable box, you must select

from the channel set up

menu.

• If you have c ab le serv ice and do not use a cable box, you must select

CATV

from

the channel set up menu.

4. Press

to exit the menu.

SETTING THE CLOCK

You must set the clock accurately for proper automatic timer recording. We suggest you use a TV or radio station as your time source.

Follow these steps to set the clock.

1. Press

2. Press

on the remote control to select the main menu. The menu appears on the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

SETTING CLOCK

screen appears, and

. The clock setting

under

MONTH

flashes.

- SETTING CLOCK -

MONTH DAY YEAR

- - / - - - - - HOUR MINUTE AM/PM

- - / - - - -

• If you enter an incorrect number, repeatedly press

SELECT

ADD/DELETE

to move back or

to move forward to the incorrect

number, then enter the correct number.

When you enter the month, day, and year, the day of the week automatically app ears on the TV s creen. For example, if you set May 22, 1996,

WED

(Wednesday) appears

on the TV screen.

4. Use the number keys on the remote control to enter the correc t hour and m inute as hh mm. For example , to set 10:28, pre ss

, and 8.

5. Press

for an AM hour or 2 for a PM hour.

or PM flashes.

1, 0

6. Review the entered information.

• If it is not correct, repeatedly press

DELETE

(to move backward) or

ADD/

SELECT

(to move forward) to the incorrect information, then enter the correct information.

• If it is correct, press

. The screen

disappears.

When you press counting from

, the seconds begin

and the current time appears on the TV screen for about 5 s econds, then disappears.

If the display shows abnormal infor-

Note:

mation or no information, unplug the pow er cord (AC or DC) for about 1 minute. Then plug it back in a nd repeat this procedure to reset the clock.

3. Use the number keys on the remote control to enter the correct month, day , and year as mm dd yyyy. For example, to set May 22, 1996, press

0, 5, 2, 2, 1, 9, 9

, and 6.

Notes:

• Precede a single-digit number with a 0 —

01, 02

for example,

, etc.

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BASIC TV OPERATION

SELECTING CHANNELS

To select a channel, press CH or CH . The tuner automatically advances to the next channel stored in the tuner’s memory.

POWER

RECORD STOP PAUSE/STILL

You can also press

on the Model 28 to select channels.

EJECT

123

456

789

VOL

REWIND PLAY F.FWD

0 +100

MONITOR

SPEED

SLEEP

CHANNEL

RETURN

C.RESET C.MEMORY

CHANNEL

MUTE

SELECT

ADD/

DELETE

CHANNEL

Notes:

• Precede a single-digit number with a 0 — for example,

01, 02

, etc.

• If you selected the CATV input signal (see “Selecting the Input Signal” on Page 18),

+100

press

to enter a 3-digit number. Then enter the second and third digits in the channel number.

VIEWING TV

Follow these steps to view a broadcast using the TV.

1. If necessary, press

POWER

Model 28.

2. If necessary, select the desired input signal

CATV

(

3. Select the channel you want to watch.

4. If you are using the indoor antenna, extend and rotate it to get the best reception.

To improve UHF reception, shorten

Note:

the indoor antenna.

to turn on the

MONITOR

when the

Note:

VOLUME

If you press

CHANNEL

when the tun er is at th e highest pr ogrammed ch annel or tuner is at the lowest programmed channel, the Model 28 enters the audio/video mode and

AUX

appears on the TV screen (see “Viewing an External Device” on Page 21). If you press

again, the Model 28 tunes to the lowes t

or highes t programmed channel. You can also select channels directly using the

number keys on the remote control. You can choose any channel in the tuner’s range, even if you have not programmed the channel, there is no broa dcast presen t, or the chan nel is scrambled (the tuner does not unscrambl e the channel ).

5. Repeatedly press on the Model 28 (or

VOLUME

VOL

VOLUME

VOL

on the remote control) to adjust the volume to your listening preferences . A bar graph and a number appear on the TV scr een to show the currently set volume.

To adjust the contrast, brightness, c olor,

Note:

tint, or sharpness, see “Adjusting the Picture.”

ADJUSTING THE PICTURE

Follow these steps to adjust the p icture’s contrast, brightness, color, tint, or sharpness.

1. Press

the main menu. The me nu appears on the TV screen.

2. Press

PICTURE CONTROL. CONTRAST

bar appear on the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

and a

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USING MUTE

To temporarily turn off the Model 28’s sound,

MUTE

press pear on the TV screen.

MUTE

and the volume level bar ap-

CONTRAST

[-] [+]

3. Repeatedly press

SELECT

within 5 seconds until the setting you want to adjust appears on the TV screen.

If you do not press

Note:

SELECT

within 5 seconds, the displayed setting disappears. Simply repeat Steps 1-2 to redisplay the setting.

4. Within 5 seconds, repeatedly press

to adjust the displayed setting. A bar graph appears on the TV screen to show the current setting.

CONTRAST BRIGHT COLOR TINT

to decrease to increase to decrease to increase toward pale toward brilliant toward purple toward green

To restore the sound to the previous level, press

MUTE

again. To restore the sound and change

its level, press

VOL

USING CHANNEL RETURN

The Model 28’s channel return function lets you quickly switch between channels you tuned by using the rem ot e control’s num ber buttons.

Repeatedly press

CHANNEL RETURN

switch from the channel you are watching (or

AUX

) to the previous

channel you tuned (or

AUX),

and vice vers a.

POWER

RECORD STOP PAUSE/STILL

EJECT

123

456

789

VOL

REWIND PLAY F.FWD

0 +100

MONITOR

SPEED

SLEEP

CHANNEL RETURN

SELECT

DELETE

C.RESET C.MEMORY

MUTE

ADD/

SHARPNESS

toward soft toward clear

Notes:

• To quickly change the displayed setting,

press and hold down

• If you do not press

or CH .

or CH within 5 seconds, the displayed setting disappears. Repeat Steps 1-3 to redisplay the setting.

5. Either wait 5 seconds or press

the screen.

to exit

VIEWING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE

To view the signal s from an ext ernal device connected to the audio/vid eo i nput jacks on the front or back of the Mode l 28, do either of t he foll owing:

• Enter buttons

• Select one channel higher than the hi ghest programmed channel or o ne chann el lower than the lowest programmed channel.

AUX

using the remot e control’s number

appears on the TV screen.

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BASIC VCR OPERATION

LOADING A VIDEO TAPE

Hold the cassette with the main label facing up and the spine facing out from the Model 28. Then insert the cassette into the cassette compartment and gently push the center of its spine until the Model 28 draws it in.

The Model 28 automatically turns on. If the erase-protection tab has been removed from the cassette, playback automatically begins (see “Erase Protection” on Page 28) and pears on the TV screen. I f the erase-protec tion tab is intact, the tape does not play and appears on the TV screen.

Caution:

video cassette into the cassette co mpartment. You might damage the Model 28’s internal mechanisms.

Never insert anything except a VHS

PLAY

ap-

STOP

4. To stop playback before it automatically stops at the end of the tape, press

EJECT

on the Model 28 or

remote control.

5. To eject the tape, press on the Model 28 or control.

When the Model 28 is off, you can press

Note:

STOP/EJECT

remote control to eject a tape. The Model 28 turns on, ejects the tape, then turns off.

on the Model 28 or

EJECT

STOP

STOP/EJECT

on the remote

EJECT

STOP/

on the

again

on the

Automatic Rewind/Eject

If the tape reaches the end before you press

STOP/EJECT

cally stops the tape, completely rewinds and ejects it, then turns off.

Notes:

• The tape ejects o nly if set to Playback” on Page 26).

• If counter return is turned on (see “Using Counter Return” on Page 25), the tape stops at and the Model 28 does not turn off.

EJECT

, the Model 28 automati-

REPEAT PLAY

OFF

(see “Using Automatic Repeat

0:00:00

and does not eject,

PLAYING A VIDEO TAPE

1. Load a video tape.

2. If playback does not automatically begin, press screen and the Model 28 plays the tape.

Note:

matically adjusts the tracking, but you can manually adjust it if necessary (see “Adjusting the Tracking Manually” on Page 23).

3. Repeatedly press on the remote control) to adjust the volume.

Note:

color, tint, or sharpness, see “Adjusting the Picture” on Page 20.

PLAY

During playback, the Model 28 au to-

on the Model 28 (or

To adjust the contrast, brightness,

PLAY

appears on the TV

VOLUME

VOL

VOLUME

VOL

• The Model 28 ejects the tape and turns itself off, but does not automatically rewind the tape during one-touch recording, automatic timer recording, or today timer recording (see “One-Touch Recording (OTR)” on Page 29, “Automatic Timer Recording (Timer Numbers 1-7)” on Page

30), and “Today Timer Recording (Timer Number 8) on Page 33.

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CHANGING THE TAPE’S DIRECTION/VARYING THE PLAYBACK SPEED

You can use the buttons on the front of the Model 28 and remote control to change the tape’s direction and vary the playback speed.

Visual Search

Visual search lets you view recordings either forward or backward at either a normal speed or faster speed, so you can f ind a specific s ection of the tape.

Note:

You can use normal spe ed search with tapes recorded at any speed. Faster speed search works only with tapes recorded at the LP or SLP speed.

To search forward at normal speed during playback, press normal speed during playback, press once. Then, to search forward or backward at a faster speed during playback, press

REWIND

To stop visual search and p lay the tape, press

PLAY

Note:

and the picture quality is lower than during normal playback. The search picture is best with tapes recorded at the SLP speed.

F.FWD

once. To search backward at

REWIND

F.FWD

again.

During visual search, the so und is mut ed

Notes:

• During freeze-frame, the picture quality is lower than during normal playback. The picture quality is best with recordings made at the SLP speed.

• If you leave the Model 28 in the freezeframe mode for 5 minutes, it auto matically stops the tape to protect it.

Fast-Forward/Rewind

To advance the tape quickly when it is stopped,

F.FWD

press To rewind the tape quickly when it is stopped,

press

Note:

tape’s sound while you fast-forward and rewind it.

REWIND

You cannot view the tape or hear the

TRACKING

Auto Tracking

The Model 28 automatically adjusts tracking when you play a tape. If different parts of the tape were recorded at different speeds, the Model 28 automatically readjusts the tracking at the beginning of each recording.

Adjusting the Tracking Manually

Freeze-Frame

Freeze-frame lets you stop the tape to view a single frame.

To freeze a frame during playback, press

PAUSE/STILL

at a time, repeatedly press To return to the normal playback speed , press

PLAY

. To advance the picture one frame

PAUSE/STILL

If the Model 28’s picture is poor while playing a tape, press and hold down

CHANNEL

tracking. Press on the Model 28 at the same time to return to automatic tracking.

Note:

28 automatically resets to automatic tracking.

on the Model 28 (or CH or

on the remote control) to manually adjust the

CHANNEL

When you stop or eject a tape, the Model

CHANNEL

and

CHANNEL

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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS

The following information describes some of your Model 28’s special on-screen, display, and search functions.

THINGS YOU SEE

On-Screen Displays

To view your Model 28’s current operating mode and other information about your Model 28, re-

STOP

SELECT

during playback or while

SELECT

, you

peatedly press watching TV. Each time you press see this information on the TV screen in the follow ing order.

• Function indicator / tape speed / tape counter

Function Indicators

When you press a function button (such as

STOP

), the selected function’s indicator appears

on the TV screen.

STOP

When you change the channel, the new channel number appears on the TV screen for about 5 seconds.

If you play back a poor quality (worn) or

Note:

damaged tape, the function indicat or might not appear on the TV screen.

USING THE SLEEP TIMER

SP COUNT 0:12:34

• Function indicator / tape speed / time / channel

STOP 5:40 PM 05

• No display

The function indicator and tape speed dis-

Note:

plays only stay on the TV screen for a few seconds, but the tape coun ter or time and channel indicators remain on until you select another function.

The Model 28’s sleep timer lets you set the Model 28 so it plays for a specific am ount of time then automatically turns off.

Follow these steps to set the sleep timer.

1. Press

SLEEP 0 MINUTE

SLEEP

on the remote control.

appears on the TV

screen.

2. Within 5 seconds, repeatedly pres s

SLEEP

until the TV screen shows the desired sleep time period. You can set the time in 30minute increments, up to 120 minutes.

SLEEP

If you do not press

Note:

seconds,

SLEEP

and the displayed time

period disappear. Press

SLEEP

within 5

once to

redisplay the time.

To cancel the sleep timer, repeatedly press

SLEEP

SLEEP 0 MINUTE

until

appears on the

TV screen.

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USING THE GAME MODE

The Model 28 has a preprogrammed picture control setting for viewing video games or similar programs. This setting softens the contrast and is easier on the eyes.

Follow these steps to turn on the game mode.

1. Press

2. Press

on the remote control to select the main menu. The menu appears on the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

USER’S SET UP

. The set up menu ap-

pears on the TV screen.

- SET UP -

1 GAME MODE [OFF] 2 RENTAL [OFF] 3 REPEAT PLAY [OFF]

or rewind through a blank section on the tape. This is normal.

• To rese t the counter to 0:00:00, press

DELETE

on the remote control.

ADD/

Using Counter Return

Follow these steps to easily return to a selected point on the tape.

COUNT

SELECT

and the

ADD/

(coun-

on the

1. During playback, repeatedly press on the remote control until

COUNT

counter are displayed.

2. When you see the location on t he tape t hat you want to return to later, press

DELETE

C.RESET/C.MEMORY

then ter reset/counter memory) on the remote control.

MEMORY

replaces

TV screen next to the counter.

3. Repeatedly press

GAME MODE

OFF

until

4. Press

Note:

If you manually change the picture control

appears (to turn off game mode).

MENU.

until ON appears next

(to turn on game mode) or

The set up menu disappears.

settings, the Model 28 automatically sets the game mode to

OFF

USING THE COUNTER

Your Model 28’s counter shows how long a tape has been running, in hours, minutes, and seconds. To display the counter, repeatedl y press

SELECT

on the remote control until the counter appear at the bottom of the TV screen.

Notes:

• Because the Model 28’s counter reads special signals recorded on the tape, the counter might stop while you fast-forward

COUNT

and

MEMORY 0:02:26

3. To return to the location you selected in Step 2, press

STOP

then

F.FWD

REWIND

or The tape fast-forwards or rewinds and automatically stops at

Notes:

0:00:00

• The tape usually stops exactly at

0:00:00

. However, depending on the tape you use, it might stop a few secon ds sooner or later.

• When the tape is stopped at or near

0:00:00

, you can continue to move it forward or backward from there.

• If you do not want the tape to stop at the point you selected in Step 2, repeatedly

C.RESET/C.MEMORY

press places

MEMORY

next to the counter on the

until

COUNT

TV screen.

re-

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USING TIME SEARCH

Your Model 28 lets you quickly move forward or backward through recorded material on a tape. For example, if you recorded three half-hour programs on a tape and you want to see the third program, you can set the Model 28 to quickly move the tape past the first hour of recorded material.

Notes:

• You can move through up to 9 hours and 59 minutes of recorded material.

• You cannot view the tape or hear the tape’s sound while you search it.

1. Press

2. Press

. The main menu appears on

the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

TIME SEARCH. TIME SE AR CH

TIME SEARCH

- : - -

, and the hour digit flashes.

The TV screen shows

0:00

STOP

F.FWD

TIME

, the

4. To select the search direction, press

REWIND

or tape in the direction you specified and stops when it reaches the time you specified in Step 3.

The search time, displayed under

down as the Model 28 continues t o search. When the counter reaches Model 28 stops searching and playback continues.

5. To cancel a time search, press

. The Model 28 searches the

on the TV screen, counts up or

USING AUTOMATIC REPEAT PLAYBACK

Your Model 28 lets you automatically repeat playback from the beginning to the end of a tape, or from the beginning to a ed) portion of a tape.

Note:

If the counter memory is activated (see “Using Counter Return” on Page 25), the tape automatically stops when the co unter returns to

0:00:0 0

, and automatic repeat does not work.

blank

(unrecord-

3. Use the number keys on the remote control to enter the desired amount of time you want to search as h mm. For example, to search 2 hours and 30 minutes of recorded mater i al, pre s s

Notes:

• If you are entering an hour number, do

not precede the number with a 0. If you are entering a single-digit minute number, precede it with a 0 — for example,

01, 02

, etc.

• If you enter an incorrect hour, press

DELETE

hour, then enter the correct hour. If you enter an incorrect minute, use t he number buttons to re-enter the minutes.

2, 3

, and 0.

ADD/

to move back to the incorrect

1. During playback, press menu appears on the TV screen.

2. Press

on the remote control to select

USER’S SET UP

appears on the TV screen.

3. Repeatedly press

REPEAT PLAY

to from the beginning to the end of the tape) or until from the beginning to a blank portion — of at least 10 seconds in length — on the tape).

Note:

to ON (see “Improving Playback of Older (Worn)/Damaged Tapes” on Page 27), the Model 28 might not display

PLAY

To cancel automatic repeat playback, repeatedly press to

BLANK

If you previously set

ALL

, or

REPEAT PLAY

appears (to repeat playback

BLANK

. The main

. The set up menu

ALL

until

(to repeat playback

appears next

RENTAL PL AY

REPEAT

OFF

until

appears next

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4. Press

Notes:

• If you select

• During automatic repeat playback, none of

. The set up menu disappears.

ALL

is set to automatic repeat playback even after you turn it off. To turn off repeat play, you must select

the buttons on the Model 28 work except

POWER

ber to set you do not want to use automatic repeat playback.

STOP/EJECT

and

REPEAT PLAY

OFF

BLANK

in Step 3.

, the Model 28

. Always remem-

OFF

when

IMPROVING PLAYBACK OF OLDER (WORN)/DAMAGED TAPES

You can set the Model 28 so it reduc es the onscreen noise you might see when you play back older, partially demagnetized tapes (such as tapes that are played often, like rental videos).

RENTAL PLAY

When

Note:

itself might not be as sharp.

1. Press the TV screen.

2. Press

MENU.

The main menu appears on

on the remote control to select

USER’S SET UP

pears on the TV screen.

3. Press

. ON appears next to

- SET UP -

1 GAME MODE [OFF] 2 RENTAL [ON]

is ON, the image

. The set up menu ap-

RENTAL

3 REPEAT PLAY [OFF]

To cancel rental play, press 2 again. appears next to

4. If you set

then press

RENTAL PLAY

screen.

If you set rental p lay to

If you select

Note:

after you turn off the Model 28. To turn off rental play, you must select

RENTAL

RENTAL PLAY

PLAY

to start rental play.

appears on the TV

OFF

, rental play stays on even

OFF

in Step 3.

to ON, press

, simply press

OFF

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RECORDING

GENERAL INFORMATION

You can use the following methods to record with your Model 28.

• Immediate recording

• One-touch recording

• Automatic timer recording

• Today timer recording

• Dubbing

Notes:

• Your Model 28 automatically records the audio signal and adjusts the sound level while it records.

• The video tap e you use for recording must have the erase-protection tab in place. If the tab is removed, the Model 28 automatically ejects the tape if you try to record on it (see “Erase Protection” on this page).

Recording/Playback Speeds

There are three VHS recording/playback speeds: SP (short play), LP (long play), and SLP (super long play).

Tape Selection

The quality of tape you use greatly affects record/playback quality and the life of the Model

28. 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.

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 three recording speeds.

Tape

Length

T-60 1 hour

T-120 2 hours

T-160 2

SP LP SLP

2 hours

(60 min.)

(120 min.)

hours

(160 min.)

(120 min.) 4 hours

(240 min.)

hours

(320 min.)

3 hours (180 min.)

6 hours (360 min.)

8 hours (480 min.)

SP (short play) is the fastest recording speed and results in the highest quality picture, but uses the most tape.

LP (long play) records m ore slowl y th an SP bu t more quickly than SLP. LP provides a better quality picture than SLP and uses less tape than SP.

SLP (super long play) records more s lowly and uses less tape, but the pictu re quality is not as high as with a recording made at the SP speed.

Note:

The Model 28 plays back tapes at the

speed in which they were recorded.

Erase Protection

Video cassettes have an erase-protection tab to prevent accidental erasure. To prevent recording on a tap e, break off the tab using a screwdriver. The cassette automatically ejects if you try to record on the tape.

If you want to record on a video cass ette that has had its tab removed, put a piece o f heavy plas tic tape over the erase-prote ction tab hole.

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IMMEDIATE RECORDING

Notes:

• You cannot use the Model 28 to record one program while watching another.

• If you want to record from a VCR or other audio/video source with A/V outputs, see “Dubbing (Copying) a Tape” on Page 35.

Follow these steps to record the program you are watching.

1. Insert a bl ank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the cassette compartment. The Model 28 automatical l y turns on.

Note:

If a cassette was loaded when you

last turned off the Model 28, you must press

POWER

2. Repeatedly press control until the desired recording speed (

to turn on the Model 28.

SP, LP

, or

SLP

) appears on the TV screen.

SPEED

on the remote

Notes:

• You can press

PAUSE/STILL

to temporarily pause recording (during commercials, for example). To resume recording,

PAUSE/STILL

press

again or press

• When you pause the Model 28 while recording, it displays five n marks below

PAUSE

on the TV screen. Each mark represents 1 minute. Whi le the Model 28 is paused, a mark disappears after each minute, one at a time, until one mark remains. The last remaining mark flashes for 1 minute before it disappears. You can use these marks to see how long the tape has been paused.

• If you pause t he Model 28 f or 5 minutes while recording, it automatically resumes recording to protect the video heads.

• To turn off the TV screen while recording,

MONITOR

press

5. Press

STOP

to stop recording.

REC

3. Press

or CH or use the remote control’s number buttons to select the desired channel.

4. Press

REC/OTR

RECORD

on the Model 28. The REC indica-

tor on the Model 28 turns on,

on the remote control or

REC

and the recording speed appear on the TV screen for a few seconds, and the Model 28 records what you see on the TV screen.

REC

ONE-TOUCH RECORDING (OTR)

One-touch recording lets you quickly set the Model 28 to start recording immediately then stop after a length of time you speci fy (from 30 minutes to 8 hours).

1. Insert a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the cassette compartment. The Model 28 automatically turns on.

Note

: If a cassette was loaded when you

last turned off the Model 28, you must press

POWER

to turn on the Model 28.

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2. Repeatedly press control until the desired recording speed

SP, LP

(

3. Press control’s number buttons to select the desired channel.

4. Press Model 28 to begin recording. The REC indicator on the Model 28 turns on,

(0:30)

about 5 seconds, and the Model 28 records what you see on the TV screen.

To change the displayed total recording time, within 5 seconds repeatedly press

REC/OTR

increments.

Note:

seconds, the recording time disappears. Simply press the remaining recording time.

When you finish entering all OTR info rmation, the displayed information disappears after 5 seconds.

SLP

, or

or CH or use the remote

REC/OTR

appear on the TV screen for

to advance the time in 30-minute

If you do not press

SPEED

) appears on the TV screen.

twice on the front of the

on the remote

OTR

REC/OTR

again to redisplay

within 5

OTR Hints

• To ensure that you record all of the desired program, you might want to set the recording stop time 30 minutes later than the scheduled end of the program.

• You can program OTR information only while a tape is recording . You cannot program OTR information if a tape is not inserted in the Model 28, if the erasepro t ection tab on the tape is removed, or if automatic timer recording is in progress.

and

• During OTR recording, the remaining recording time is displayed on the TV screen for 5 seconds.

• When the recording stop time is reached during OTR recording, the Model 28 turns off.

• To turn off the TV screen while recording,

MONITOR

press

• You can check automatic program timer settings during OTR. See “Automatic Timer Recording (Timer Numbers 1-7)” on this page.

• Be sure the tape length you select for OTR is long enough to record the entire program. Even though you can set the Model 28 to record for up to 8 hours, the actual recording time is limited by the tape’s length.

• To cancel OTR while the Model 28 is recording, press

STOP

28 (or

STOP/EJECT

on the remote control).

on the Model

AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING (TIMER NUMBERS 1-7)

You can program the Model 28’s automatic timer to select a channel, start recording a broadcast on that channel at a time and tape speed you set, then stop reco rding at a time you set. You can set up to 7 automatic program timers to record any combination of weekly, daily, or onetime broadcasts on t he same or different cha nnels.

You can set up the Model 28 to rec ord at any time on a specific day you set within a 1-year period (ONCE), any time at the same time Monday through Friday (DAILY), and any time the same day every week (WEEKLY).

You cannot set an automatic timer record-

Note:

ing while you are recording a program.

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Setting the Automatic Timer

Before you start, be sure you set the Mod-

Note:

el 28’s clock to the correct date and time (see “Setting the Clock” on Page 19). If you have not yet set the clock, the Model 28 automatically enters the clock setting mode before it displays the automatic timer program screen.

1. Insert a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the cassette compartment. The Model 28 automatically turns on.

If a cassette was loaded when you

Note:

last turned off the Model 28, you must press

POWER

2. Press the TV screen.

3. Press

TIMER PROGRAMMING

gram screen appears on the TV screen.

to turn on the Model 28.

MENU.

The main menu appears on

on the remote control to select

. The timer pro-

PROG. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DATE START TIME END TIME CHANNEL TAPE SPEED

This screen displays the following information about each timer program you set.

PROG.

•

Note:

(program number)

If you have not set any program numbers, all program numbers flash. If you already set any program numbers, only the empty program numbers flash.

DATE

•

(month and day of the program)

START TIME

(start time of the pro-

gram)

END TIME

•

CHANNEL

•

TAPE SPEED

•

(stop time of the program)

(channel to record)

(tape speed during re-

cording.

4. Use the number buttons (1-7) on the remote control to select the desired program number, then press

SELECT

• If you select a program number with a

program already assigned, you can change any displayed i nformation. Or, if it is correct, press

. The program

information disappears.

• If you select an empty program number,

a blank program screen appears. You can add information to t he sc reen to program the timer.

Notes:

• If the clock setting screen appears instead of the timer program screen, you must first set the clock before you can continue. For more information, see “Setting the Clock” on Page 19.

• Although program number 8 is displayed, it is used for the today timer and you cannot select it in Step 4. For more information, see “To day Timer Recording (Timer Number 8)” on Page 33.

1, 2

5. Press

, or 3 on the remote control to select the desired program mode (ONCE, DAILY (MON-FRI), or WEEKLY).

6. Use the number keys on the remote control to enter the program’s month and day. For example, press

0, 2, 1

, and 5 to set Febru-

ary 15.

Notes:

• Precede a single-digit number wi th a 0 –

01, 02

for example,

, etc.

• If you set a month and day that is before

the Model 28’s current clock date, the Model 28 set s t he month and day for the next year.

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7. Use the number keys on the remote control to enter the program’s start hour and minute. For example, press

1, 0, 2

, and 8 to

set 10:28.

8. Press

or 2 on the remo te c ontrol to sel ec t

(1) or PM. (2).

9. Repeat Steps 7 and 8 to enter the stop hour and minute.

10. Use the number keys on the remote control to enter the channel numbe r. For example,

press

11. Press

and 7 to set channel 7.

(SP), 2 (LP), or 3 (

SLP

) on the

remote control to set the tape speed.

12. Double-check all the set information.

• If it is correct, press

to exit the

menu.

• If an entry is not correct, repeatedly press

SELECT

to move forwar d or

ADD/DELETE

to move back ward to the incorrect entry, use the number keys to enter the correct information, then press

. The Model 28 stores any settings you entered, and the timer program screen di sappears.

Notes:

• If you press

ADD/DELETE

after selecting the program number (the program number flashes), the Model 28 clears the timer program screen and deletes any settings you entered.

• After you make a t ape speed selection, pressing

SELECT

causes the timer program screen to disappear and stores any settings you entered.

13. To store other programs, repeat Steps 2-

12.

ortant:

• You can turn on a nd operate the M odel 28 manually prior to the set recording times, but the Model 28 makes automatic timer recording(s) only if the power is off at the set start time(s).

• Be sure the TIMER REC indicator turns on when you turn off the Model 28. If it does not, check your programming.

• If you set up the Model 28 to record a CATV program through a cable box, be sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the correct channel before the timer program starts.

Checking/Changing Automatic Timers

1. Press

2. Press

3. Press

4. Use the number buttons (1-7) on the

5. Review all the displayed information.

POWER

MENU.

to turn on the Model 28.

The main menu appears on

the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

TIMER PROGRAMMING

. The timer pro-

gram screen appears on the TV screen.

remote control to select the desired program number, then press

PROG 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 DATE START TIME END TIME CHANNEL TAPE SPEED

SELECT

14. Press

POWER

TIMER REC indicator turns on to indicate that the Model 28 is in the timer standby mode.

to turn off the Model 28. The

• If it is correct, press

to exit the

menu.

• If an entry is not correct, repeatedly press

SELECT

to move forward or

ADD/DELETE

to move bac kward to the incorrect e ntry, use the number keys to enter the correct information, then press

. The Model 28 stores any settings you entered, and the timer program screen disappears.

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Notes:

• If you press

ADD/DELETE

after selecting the program number (the program number flashes), the Model 28 clears the timer program screen and deletes any settings you entered.

• After you make a t ape speed selection, pressing

SELECT

causes the timer program screen to disappear and stores any settings you entered.

6. Press

POWER

to turn off the Model 28. The

TIMER REC indicator turns on.

Clearing an Automatic Timer

1. Press

2. Press

3. Press

4. Use the number buttons (1-7) on the

POWER

MENU.

to turn on the Model 28.

The main menu appears on

the TV screen.

on the remote control to select

TIMER PROGRAMMING

. The timer pro-

gram screen appears on the TV screen.

Note: If the timer recording is already in progress, press control then press

MONITOR

STOP/EJECT

on the remote

on the

Model 28.

remote control to select the desired program number.

PROGRAM NUMBER 1 DATE 02/15 THU START TIME 10:28 AM END TIME 11:28 AM CHANNEL 07 TAPE SPEED SP

TODAY TIMER RECORDING (TIMER NUMBER 8)

The Model 28’s today timer (stored in program timer number 8) lets you quickly program the Model 28 to start and stop recordi ng within the next 24 hours.

Note: You canno t set a today timer while you are recording a program.

Setting the Today Timer

You must use the buttons on the front of the Model 28 to set the today timer. You cannot use the remote control.

Note: Before y ou start, be sure you set t he Model 28’s clock to the correct date and time (see “Setting the Clock” on Page 19). If you have not yet set the clock, the Model 28 automatically enters the clock setting mode before it displays the today timer program screen.

1. Insert a blank cassette, or one you want to record over, into the cassette compartment. The Model 28 automatically turns on.

2. Press

MONITOR

. The today timer program

screen appears on the TV screen.

- TODAY TIMER -

DATE 02/15 THU START TIME 10:28 AM END TIME - - : - - - CHANNEL 07 TAPE SPEED SP

5. Press

ADD/DELETE

on the remote control

to clear the program timer.

6. To clear another p rogram timer, select the timer number then press

ADD/DELETE

again to clear it.

7. Press

to exit the screen.

This screen displays the sam e information as you see on the automatic timer program screen (except the program number). The current date appears on t he the current time appears on the

TIME

line. The current start time hour

DATE

line and

START

flashes.

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3. Repeatedly press

NEL

to set the start hour. Then press

VOLUME

Note:

. The start minute flashes.

If you set an earlier start hour than

CHANNEL

CHAN-

the current hour, the Model 28 automatically changes the today timer ’s date to the next day.

4. Repeatedly press

NEL

to set the start minute. Then press

VOLUME

. AM or PM flashes.

5. Repeatedly press or PM. Then press moves to th e

END TIME

CHANNEL

VOLUME

line.

to set

CHAN-

. The cursor

6. Repeat Steps 3-5 to set the end hour and minute. The current channel number flashes.

7. Repeatedly press

NEL

to select the channel number.

Then press

VOLUME

CHANNEL

. The current tape

CHAN-

speed flashes.

8. Repeatedly press

NEL

to select the tape speed (SP, LP, or

SLP

9. Press

VOLUME

CHANNEL

, then double-check all

CHAN-

the set information.

• If it is correct, press

MONITOR

• If an entry is not correct, repeatedly

press

VOLUME

to m ove to the inc orrect entry, use the buttons on the front o f the Model 28 to enter the correct information, then press

10. Press

POWER

to turn off the Model 28. The

MONITOR

TIMER REC indicator turns on to indicate that the Model 28 is in the timer standby mode.

• If you set up the Model 28 to record a CATV program through a cable box, be sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the correct channel before the timer program starts.

Checking/Changing the Today Timer

1. Press

2. Press

3. Double-check all the set information.

4. Press

POWER

MONITOR

to turn on the Model 28.

. The today timer program

screen appears on the TV screen.

- TODAY TIMER -

DATE 02/15 THU START TIME 10:28 AM END TIME 11:28 AM CHANNEL 07 TAPE SPEED SP

• If it is correct, press

MONITOR

• If an entry is not correct, repeatedly

VOLUME

press rect entry, repeatedly press

CHANNEL

and

information, then press

POWER

to turn off the Model 28. The

to move to the incor-

CHANNEL

to enter the correct

MONITOR

TIMER REC indicator turns on.

Clearing the Today Timer

1. Press

2. Press

POWER

MONITOR

to turn on the Model 28.

program screen.

to dis play the today t imer

ortant:

• You can turn on and operate the Model 28 manually prior to the set start time, but the Model 28 makes a today timer recording only if the power is off at the set start time.

If the timer recording is already in progress, press

3. Press

MONITOR

VOLUME

STOP/EJECT

then

. The Model 28 clears

the set today timer program.

4. Press

MONITOR

to exit the screen.

• Be sure the TIMER REC indicator turns on when you turn off the Model 28. If it does not, check your programming.

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TIMER RECORDING HINTS

• The Model 28 can record only one broadcast at a time. If you program the Model 28’s timer to record broadcasts on different channels that start at the same time, the Model 28 records the broadcast with the lowest program number.

• If you set a t imer and turn off the Model 28 without loading a tape, the TIMER REC indicator flashes.

• If you insert a tape with its erase-protection tab removed and set a timer, the TIMER REC indicator flashes and the tape ejects.

TIMER REC STANDBY

• screen for 2 minutes before a set start time if the Model 28 is still on. If this happe ns,

POWER

press

to turn it off.

• If there is a power failure or the Model 28 is unplugged for more than 1 minute, the clock setting and all timer settings are cleared.

flashes on the TV

DUBBING (COPYING) A TAPE

The process of recording from one audio/video devi ce to another is ca lle d

Connecting a D ubbing Source

You can use a VCR, camcorder, satellite receiver, or other device with A/V output s as the dubbing source, connect the dubbing source to the Model 28, then use your Model 28 to record the signal from the dubbing source.

Note:

Always use video-quality shielded cables with phono-type connectors to connect a dubbing source to the Model 2 8. Do not use standard audio patch cords.

dubbing

VIDEO IN AUDIO IN

TV/Monitor

ANT.

• If the today timer and an automatic timer overlap, the today timer prog ram has priority . When the today timer program ends, the Model 28 switches to record the remainder of the automatic timer program.

• If automatic timers overlap, the one that starts first has priority. When the first program ends, the Model 28 switches to record the remainder of the second program.

• The TIMER REC indicator flashes after any timer recording ends.

DC 12V

AC 120V

IN OUT AUDIO

VIDEO

AUDIO VIDEO

ANT.

OUT

VCR

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO IN

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

You can connect the audio and video outputs of a dubbing source to the

VIDEO IN

jacks on the back of the Model 28 or to the

EO INPUT

AUDIO INPUT

and

jacks on the front of

and

AUDIO IN

VID-

the Model 28.

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Dubbing a Tape

For the best results while dubbin g, hold

Note:

the remote control close to the Model 28’s infrared window when you press a button. Otherwise, the remote control might affect the dubbing source’s operation.

1. Prepare the dubbing source.

2. Insert a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the Model 28’s cassette compartment. The Model 28 turns on.

3. Enter

using the remote control’s number

buttons, or press

NEL

to select o ne channel higher than

CHANNEL

CHAN-

the highest programmed channel or one channel lower than the lowest program m ed channel.

AUX

appears on the Model 28’s

TV screen.

4. Repeatedly press

SPEED

on the remote

control until the desired recording speed

SP, LP

(

5. Press

RECORD

SLP

, or

REC/OTR

) appears.

on the Model 28 or

on the remote control to begin

recording.

6. Start the dubbing source.

7. To turn off the Model 28’s TV s creen, press

MONITOR

8. Press

EJECT

STOP

on the remote control or

STOP/

on the front of the Model 28 to stop recording before it automatically stops at the end of the tape. Then stop the dubb ing source.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If you follow the instructions in this manual and still have trouble operating your Model 28, try the suggestions in this troubleshooting chart.

Problem Possible Cause Su

No power. The power cord (AC or DC) is

not connected.

Timer recording does not work.

POWER

DC power cord is connected when you want to use AC power.

Fuse in DC power cord might be blown.

The clock is not set correctly. Check the clock and reset it if

Tape not inserted or eraseprotection tab missing.

The program timer is not set or is set incorrectly.

not pressed. Press

estion

Plug the AC power cord into an AC outlet, or plug the DC power cord into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

POWER

Disconnect DC power cord from Model 28.

Check fuse and replace if necessary (see “Replacing the DC Power Cord’s Fuse” on Page 40).

necessary. Insert a tape, or place a piece of

strong tape over the erase-protect i on t ab ho l e. S ee “Era s e Protection” on Page 28.

Set the program timer correctly.

Model 28 not turned off at record set start time (TIMER REC indicator not on).

Cannot record. The tape’s erase-protection

tab is missing.

Picture is poor on playback. The tracking is not properly

adjusted.

Video heads are dirty. The video heads must be

The video tape might be faulty.

POWER

Press el 28 (TIMER REC indicator should be on).

Place a piece of strong tape over the tab hole. See “Erase Protection” on Page 28.

Adjust the tracking (see “Adjusting the Tracking Manually” on Page 23) .

cleaned (see “Cleaning the Video Heads” on Page 41).

Try another tape.

to turn of f Mod -

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Problem Possible Cause Suggestion

Operation buttons do not work when power is on and a casse tte is i n serted ( appears on the display).

Remote control buttons do not work when the power is on and a cassette is inserted.

Cannot record from the front/ back input jacks.

DEW

Dew protectio n system is activated.

The cassette might be jammed.

The remote control’s batteries might be weak.

Automatic repeat playback is on (none of the buttons work except

Connections are incorrect. Use shielded audio/video ca-

POWER

and

STOP

Unplug the Model 28 for about

DEW

2 hours or until appear when you plug it in. Then proceed with operation.

EJECT

Press several times to release the cassette.

Check the remote control’s batteries and replace them if necessary.

Set automatic repeat playback to tomatic Repeat Playback” on Page 26.

bles with phono-type connectors to connect the source device to the Model 28’s front/ back input jacks. See “Connecting an External Device” on Page 13) .

OFF

. See “Using Au-

does not

STOP/EJECT

Cannot see broadcast TV programs using the Model 28’s tuner.

Picture or sound is not stable during playback.

Model 28 not set to

Antenna/CATV connections are incorrect.

Interference from electrical and magnetic sources.

The tape might be faulty. Try anoth er tape.

AUX

. Set Model 28 to

“Viewing an External Device” on Page 21) .

Recheck all connections. See “Connections” on Page 11.

Keep your Model 28 away from electrical and magnetic appliances. Be sure to position it at least 8 inches away from another TV or video monitor.

AUX

(see

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your RadioShack Model 28 9" Color TV with Built-in VHS VCR is an example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your Model 28 so you can enjoy it for years.

Keep the Model 28 dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids can contain minerals that corrode electronic circuits.

Use and store the Model 28 only in normal temperature environments. Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic de vices, damag e batteries, an d distort or melt plastic parts.

Use only fresh batteries of the recommended size and type in the remote control. Always remove old or w eak bat teries. They ca n lea k c hem icals that can damage electronic circuits.

Handle the Model 28 gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases, and cause it to work improperly.

Keep the Model 28 away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear of parts.

Wipe the Model 28 with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use

CLEANER

harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean it.

Modifying or tampering with the Model 28’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. I f your Model 28 is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.

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THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW

Your Model 28 might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operat ing properly. To determine whether your Model 28 is causing the interference, turn off your Model 28. If the interference goes away, your Model 28 is causing the interference. Try to eliminate the interference by:

• Moving your Model 28 away from the receiver

• Connecting your Model 28 to an outlet that is on a different electrical circuit from the receiver

• Contacting you r local Rad ioShack s tore for help

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your Model 28.

Caution:

the ring, be careful not to crush the tip. Never use pliers or other tools t o retighten the ring on the plug.

2. Pull the ring straight out, then remove the metal tip and old fuse.

3. Check the fuse to see if it has blown. If it has, replace it.

4. Replace the metal tip inside the ring , then place the fuse inside the cigarette-lighter plug and screw the ring back onto t he pl ug. Make sure that the m et al tip is visibl e when you reassemble the cigarette-lighter plug.

If you must use pliers to loosen

REPLACING THE DC POWER CORD’S FUSE

If the Model 28 stops operating when the DC power cord is connected, the fuse in the DC power cord might be blown. If it is, follow these steps to replace it with a 5-amp, 1 acting fuse (RadioShack Cat. No. 270-1011, not supplied).

Caution:

ratings or defeating the fuse protection can damage your Model 28, the DC power cord, and the vehicle’s elect r ic al system.

1. Grasp the ring near t he tip of the plug, then

Using a fuse that does not meet these

carefully unscrew the ring by turning it counterclockwise.

/4 x 1/4, fast-

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SERVICING YOUR MODEL 28

There are no user-serviceable parts inside your Model 28. If you encounter a problem that you cannot correct using this manual and its troubleshooting guide, take the M odel 28 t o your local RadioShack store for assistance.

Cleaning the Video Heads

Dirty video heads cause the playback picture to blur, even if the recorded signal is clear. However, video head cleaning is a delicate operation that requires a trained technician. For more head cleaning information, contact your local RadioShack store.

Have the video heads cleaned only when picture quality is affected.

STORING VIDEO CASSETTES

Unless you are making a timer recording, eject and store the cassette when you finish usi ng it. This helps protect the cassette and the Model 28’s internal mechanisms from dust.

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. This prevents improper settling of the cassette’s spools.

Note:

around the cassette’s spools after you play a tape several times. This can cause the cassette to improperly load and automatically eject when you insert it. On most cassettes there is a brakerelease plunger on the bottom center of the cassette. Use the tip of a pen or pencil to press the plunger. This loosens the tape.

Tape can become wound too tightly

Brake-Release Plunger

DEGAUSSING

Your Model 28 has an automatic degauss circuit. The circuit functions each time you turn the power off. However, strong magnetism from nearby appliances might affect the Model 28’s picture. If this happens, move the Model 28 away from the appliance. If the Model 28’s picture is still affected, turn the power off for 1 minute, then turn it back on. If the Model 28 ’s picture is still affected, contact your local RadioShack store for assistance.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Television System..................................................................................NT SC Standard Color Signal

Playback System...................................................................Rotary Two-Head Helical Scan System

Tape Widt h ..............................................................................................................................

Tape Speed:

SP.................................................................................................1.31 Inch/sec. (33.35 mm/s)

LP .................................................................................................0.65 Inch/sec. (16.67 mm/s)

SLP............................................................................................... 0.43 Inch/sec. (11.12 mm/s)

Tuner Channels:

VHF.....................................................................................................................................2-13

UHF..................................................................................................................................14-69

CATV....................................................................................................................................125

Termi nals:

Antenna Input .........................................................................VHF/UHF 75 Ohms Unbalanced

Video Input/Output...................................................................... ................... .Phono connector

Audio Input/Output..........................................................................................Phono connector

Earphone

..................................................................................................................................................................1

/8-inch plug (3.5 mm)

/2 Inch

Power Requirements:

AC..........................................................................................................................120V, 60 Hz

DC....................................................................................................................................... 12V

Power Consumption:

AC................................................................................................................................70 Watts

DC................................................................................................................................65 Watts

Dimensions..................................................................................12

/4 x 1115/16 x 12 7/8 Inches (HWD)

(31.1 x 30.3 x 32.5 mm)

Weight......................................................................................................................Approx. 20.9 Lbs

(9.48 kg)

Included Accessories ................................................................................. UHF/V HF Dipole Antenna

AC Power Cord

DC Power Cord

300-to-75-ohm Matching Transformer

Remote Control

Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.

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NOTES

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RadioShack Limited Warranty

This product is warranted against defects for 90 days from date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers. Within this period, we will repair it without charge for parts and labor. Simply bring your Rad ioShack sales slip as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. Warranty does not cover transportation costs. Nor does it cover a product subjected to misuse or ac cidental damage. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HERE IN, RADIOSHACK MAKES NO EXPRES S WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED IN DURATI ON TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. Some states do not permit limitation or exclusion of implied warranties; therefore, the aforesaid limitatio n(s) or exclusion( s) may not apply to the purchaser.

This warranty gives you speci fic l egal rights and you ma y also have ot her rights which var y from state to state.

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