CAUTION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE REAR COVER. NO
USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
IMPORTANT NOTE
The mains lead on this equipment is supplied with a
moulded plug incorporating a fuse. The value of the fuse is
indicated on the pin face of the plug. If it requires
replacing, a fuse approved to BS1362 of the same rating
must be used.
Never use the plug with the fuse cover omitted if the cover
is detachable. If a replacement fuse cover is required, it
must be of the same colour as the pin face of the plug.
Replacement covers are available from your dealer.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for the power points in your
house or the cable is not long enough to reach a power
point, you should obtain a suitable safety approved
extension lead or consult your dealer for assistance.
However, if there is no alternative to cutting off the plug,
remove the fuse and then safely dispose of the plug. Do
not connect the plug to a mains socket, as there is a risk of
shock hazard from the bared flexible cord.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code: -
BLUE = NEUTRAL BROWN = LIVE
As these colours may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as
follows: -
The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLUE or
BLACK. The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to
the terminal marked with the letter L or coloured BROWN
or RED.
WARNING: DO NOT CONNECT EITHER WIRE TO THE
EARTH TERMINAL WHICH IS MARKED WITH THE
LETTER E OR BY THE EARTH SYMBOL , OR
COLOURED GREEN OR GREEN AND YELLOW.
IMPORTANT
DANGER
This symbol is intended to alert you to the
presence of dangerous voltage within the
product.
CAUTION
This symbol is intended to alert you to the
presence of important instructions
accompanying the product.
About this manual
Thank you for purchasing a Samsung Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Your Owner’s Instructions contain much valuable information on setting up and
using your VCR. Please take the time to read them as they will help you take full
advantage of your VCR’s features.
The instructions in this manual are for models, SV-645B, SV-643B and SV-640B.
Before you start reading this manual please check your model number.
It is displayed on the rear of the VCR.
- ★(SV-645B): Exceptions only for a certain model, for example SV-645B.
- Gray shaded areas marked with a star indicate instructions that are
■ Problems and Solutions................................................................................. 43
■ Service Centers List...................................................................................... 44
Symbols
11
= Step number
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Safety Instructions
The following illustrations represent precautions.
The lightning bolt is a warning sign alerting you to dangerous voltage inside the product.
DO NOT OPEN THE VCR. Refer to service personnel.
Do NOT expose the VCR to
extreme temperature conditions (below 5°C and above
40°C) or to extreme humidity
conditions (less than 10% and
more than 75%).
Do NOT expose the VCR to
direct sunlight.
Do NOT expose the VCR to
any liquids.
Front View of the VCR
(SV-645B)
INFRARED REMOTE
SENSOR
STANDBY/ON
BUTTON
AUX VIDEO INPUT
SOCKET
(SV-643B/SV-640B)
EJECT
BUTTON
EJECT
BUTTON
AUX AUDIO L, R
INPUT SOCKETS
STANDBY/ON
BUTTON
VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT
PROGRAM SELECTION
VIDEO CASSETTE
COMPARTMENT
BUTTONS
RECORD
BUTTON
RECORD
BUTTON
PAUSE/STILL
BUTTON
REW
BUTTON
REW
BUTTON
BUTTON
PLAY
BUTTON
F.F
BUTTON
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F.F
STOP
BUTTON
Do NOT place any objects on
the VCR or remote control.
THIS DEVICE IS NOT FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL
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During a storm and/or lightning, unplug the VCR from the
mains socket and aerial.
ENVIRONMENTS
If the remote control is not
used for a long period of time,
remove the batteries and store
it in a cool, dry place.
PROGRAMME SELECTION
Rear View of the VCR
AERIAL IN
CONNECTOR
OUT TO TV
CONNECTOR
AV2 (SATELLITE) IN SCART
(EURO-21) SOCKET
AV1 (EURO AV) IN/OUT
SCART (EURO-21) SOCKET
BUTTONS
RCA AUDIO L, R OUTPUT
SOCKETS
STOP
BUTTON
PLAY
BUTTON
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Infrared Remote Control
STANDBY/ON BUTTON
SLOW BUTTON
SHUTTLE BUTTON
V-LOCK BUTTON
CLEAR AND RESET BUTTON
AUTO TRACKING BUTTON
IPC BUTTON
TRACKING BUTTONS
AUDIO MODE SELECTION BUTTON
STOP BUTTON
REWIND/REVERSE PICTURE
SEARCH BUTTON
RECORD BUTTON
MENU SELECTION BUTTON
MENU SELECTION DOWN BUTTON
RECORDING SPEED SELECTION BUTTON
EJECT BUTTON
INDEX BUTTON
FRAME ADVANCE BUTTON
TUNER, AV1, AV2, AUX ★(SV-645B ONLY)
You have just purchased a SAMSUNG Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
Together with your VCR, you will find the following accessories in the box.
REMOTE CONTROL &
BATTERIES “AA”
8
AUDIO CABLE
OWNER’S
INSTRUCTIONS
COAXIAL CABLE
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Deciding How to Connect Your VCR
You must take into account various factors when connecting audio or video systems:
◆ Types of connectors available on your systems
◆ Systems connected permanently to the VCR (satellite receiver for example) or temporarily
(camcorder for example)
Your VCR is equipped with the following connectors.
ConnectorLocationTypeDirectionRecommended Use
AV1 (EURO AV)
AV2 RearSCARTIn◆ Satellite receiver
(DEC./EXT.)◆ Other VCR
Audio outputRearAudio RCAOut◆ Audio Hi-Fi system
OUT TO TVRear75 ΩOut◆ Television
IN FROM ANT. Rear75 ΩIn◆ Aerial
AUXFrontAudio/Video RCAIn◆ Audio Hi-Fi system
★
(SV-645B Only)
RearSCARTIn/Out◆ Television
coaxial
coaxial◆ Cable television network
◆ Satellite receiver
◆ Other VCR
◆ Satellite receiver
◆ Camcorder
Connecting Your VCR to the TV using the Coaxial
Cable and SCART cable
To receive television programmes a signal must be received from
one of the following sources:
◆ An outdoor aerial
◆ An indoor aerial
◆ A cable television network
◆ A satellite receiver
☛ Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched
off before connecting the cables.
1Remove the aerial or network input cable from the television.
2Connect this cable to the 75Ω coaxial socket marked on the
rear of your VCR.
3Plug the coaxial cable supplied into the socket on your VCR.
4Plug the other end of the coaxial cable into the connector
previously used for the aerial on the television.
5Connect one end of the scart cable to the AV1 (EURO AV) socket
on the rear of the VCR. You must connect your VCR to the
television via the scart cable.
6Plug the other end into the appropriate connector on the
television.
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TV
3
4
☛ Whenever you connect an audio or video system to your VCR, ensure that allelements are
switched off.
Refer to the documentation supplied with your equipment for detailed connection instructions
and associated safety precautions.
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Connecting Your VCR to the Satellite receiver or Other
Equipment
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You can connect your VCR to a Satellite receiver or other VCR using the SCART cable if the appropriate
outputs are available on the equipment chosen. The following illustrations give a few examples of the
connection possibilities.
1. AV2(DEC./EXT.): By means of 21-pin Scart Cable
Plug the SCART Cable with satellite receiver or other equipment into the AV2(DEC./EXT.) socket on the rear of
the VCR.
After making this connection, select the source by pressing the INPUTbutton for the AV2 input sources.
2. By means of RF Coaxial Cable
After making this connection, you must preset the station received through the satellite tuner.
RF output channel of the satellite receiver should be adjusted away from channel 60, which is used by the VCR,
e.g. re-adjust to channel 65.
Aerial
Satellite Receiver or other Equipment
Aerial Connector
2
T V
1
SCART Cable
SCART Cable
Connecting the Audio Output Cable
You can connect your VCR to a Hi-Fi system.
Example: You wish to take advantage of the quality of your Hi-Fi
☛◆ Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you
stereo system when watching a programme or recording
via your VCR.
must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.
Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen
when the VCR is switched off.
◆ Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched
off before connecting the cables.
1Connect the coaxial cable or SCART as indicated on page 11.
2Plug the audio output cable into the audio connectors on the rear
of your VCR.
➢ Respect the colour coding of the left and right channels.
3Plug the other end of the audio cable into the appropriate input
connectors on your Hi-Fi stereo system.
Plug & Auto Set Up
Your VCR will automatically set itself up when it is plugged into the
mains for the first time. TV stations will be stored in memory. The
process takes a few minutes. Your VCR will then be ready for use.
1Connect the coaxial cable as indicated on page 11.
(Connecting Your VCR to the TV Using the Coaxial Cable)
2Plug the VCR into the mains.
Result:A message appears.
3Press OK button to start the auto scanning
◆
The number of stations automatically stored by the VCR
depends on the number of stations that it has found.
◆
The process will finish after a few minutes.
4The current time and date are displayed automatically.
Check the date and time.
if it is :
◆
Correct, Press MENUbutton twice to exit the menu.
◆
incorrect, see page 15.
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2
2
TV
2
➢ Now, you only have to switch the VCR on and it is ready
for use.
☛ Function for “Plug & Auto Set Up” is fixed already.
So if you want to change this fixed one, you can change
it by Presetting the Stations Automatically in OSD “ Auto
Set Up” menu. (see page 17)
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Tuning Your Television for the VCR
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You must tune your television for the VCR only if you are not using
a Scart cable
➢ To view pictures from your VCR when a Scart cable is
used, the television must be set to the audio/video mode
(AV).
1Switch on the television.
2Switch on the VCR by pressing STANDBY/ON on the front of the
VCR or STANDBY/ON on the remote control.
3Select a programme position on the television to be reserved for
use with your VCR.
4Insert the video cassette in the VCR. Check that the VCR starts
reading the cassette; if not, press
II
button
.
5Start a scan on your television or set the television to UHF
channel 60.
6Fine tune the television until the pictures and sound are obtained
clearly.
7If you cannot find the pictures and sound, or there is interference
from nearby channels, it may be necessary to change the setting
of the VCR output channel (see Setting the VCR Output Channel
on page 16 and Problems and Solutions on page 43).
8When the picture and sound are perfectly clear, store this channel
at the desired programme position on the television.
Result:
That programme is now reserved for use with your VCR.
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Inserting Batteries in the Remote Control
You must insert or replace the batteries in the remote control when
you:
◆ Purchase the video cassette recorder
◆ Find that the remote control is no longer working
correctly
1Push the tab in the direction of the arrow to release the battery
compartment cover on the rear of the remote control.
2Insert two AA, R6 or equivalent batteries, taking care to respect
the polarities:
◆ + on the battery with + on the remote control
◆ – on the battery with – on the remote control
3Replace the cover by aligning it with the base of the remote
control and pushing it back into place.
➢ Do not mix different battery types (manganese and
alkaline for example).
Setting the Date and Time
Your VCR contains a 24-hour clock and calendar used to:
◆ Automatically stop programme recording
◆ Preset your VCR to record a programme automatically
You must set the date and time when:
◆ You purchase the video cassette recorder
☛◆ The time and date are set automatically from the
1Press MENU on the remote control.
2Press the corresponding
3Press the OK button to select this option.
4Press or to select the hour, minutes, day, month and year.
5Press the orbuttons to increase or decrease the value.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
broadcast signal. If the signal is weak or ghosting
occurs, the time and date may not be set automatically. In this case, they should be set manually.
◆ Do not forget to reset the time when you change
clocks from winter to summer time and vice versa.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
,
CLOCK SET option.
Result:The CLOCK SET menu is displayed.
Result:The option selected flashes.
Result:The day of the week is displayed automatically.
➢ You can hold the orbuttons down to scroll more
quickly through the values.
or , buttons to select the
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CLOCK SET
O KE N D:M E N U
12:00 1/JAN/2001
AUTO CLOCK : ON
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2
2
3
M O N
E N D:M E N U
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Displaying/Hiding On-Screen Information
USER SET
O KE N D: M E N U
O S D: O N
TAPE SELECT: E 1 8 0
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
FORMAT 16:9 :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
E N D:M E N U
Setting the VCR Output Channel
I N S T A L L A T I O N
O KE N D:M E N U
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH60
E N D:M E N U
Your VCR displays most information both on the VCR and the
television.
You can choose to display or hide this information on the television
screen (except for the Index, Programming MENU and
VIDEOPLUS+ functions ★(SV-645B/SV-643B only), which cannot
be hidden).
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the O S D option is
selected.
,
or , buttons to select the
5To...Press or , until...
Display on-screen informationO N is displayed.
Hide on-screen informationO F Fis displayed.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Your VCR output channel may need to be changed if the pictures
suffer from interference or if your TV cannot find the pictures.
Also, you can change the VCR output channel to adjust the
frequency in which information is displayed on the screen.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
I N S T A L L A T I O N option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The I N S T A L L A T I O N menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the VCR OUTPUT
C H option is selected.
5Select the required output channel (CH21~CH69) by pressing the
or buttons.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Then tune your television again (see page 14).
,
or , buttons to select the
Presetting the Stations Automatically
☛You do not need to preset the stations if you have already
set them automatically (see Plug & Auto Set Up on
page 13).
Your VCR contains a built-in tuner used to receive television
broadcasts.
You must preset the stations received through the tuner. This can
be done:
◆ Plug & Auto Set up (see page 13)
◆ Automatically
◆ Manually (see page 18)
You can store up to 80 stations.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
I N S T A L L A T I O N option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The INSTALLATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the AUTO SET
U P
option is selected. And then press the button to select this
option.
Result:A message appears, indicating that any channels
5Press OK to start the auto scanning.
Result:◆ The PLEASE WAITindication flashes on the
➢ The number of stations automatically stored by the VCR
6If you wish to cancel the auto scanning before the end, press the
MENU button three times to exit the menu.
➢◆ The time and date are set automatically from the
already preset on your VCR will be deleted.
television screen.
◆ The first frequency band is scanned and the first
station found is displayed and stored.
◆ The VCR then searches for the second station and
so on.
◆ When the automatic scanning procedure has
finished, the VCR switches automatically to programme 1.
depends on the number of stations that it has found.
broadcast signal. If the signal is weak or ghosting
occurs, the time and date may not be set automatically. In this case, they should be set manually (see
page 15).
◆ Once the auto scanning procedure has finished, some
stations may have been stored more than once; select
the stations with the best reception and delete the
ones no longer required (see page 19).
,
or , buttons to select the
I N S T A L L A T I O N
O KE N D:M E N U
AUTO SET UP
MANUAL SET UP
VCR OUTPUT CH :CH60
E N D:M E N U
YOUR DATA WILL BE LOST
PRESS O KTO CONTINUE
M E N U TO EXIT
AUTO SET UP
PLEASE WAIT
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Clearing a Preset StationPresetting the Stations Manually
You can rearrange the Station Table and give different programme
numbers to the stations listed according to your own preferences.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
2Press the corresponding
I N S T A L L A T I O N option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The I N S T A L L A T I O N menu is displayed.
4Press the or buttons to select MANUAL SET UP option.
And then press the button to select this option.
Result:The TV STATION TABLE menu is displayed.
5Press the corresponding or buttons, until the required preset
TV programme is selected.
Result:The selected station is displayed at the same time on
the television screen.
6To change the programme number assigned to a station press the
OK button on the remote control. (For example, To move a TV
station in programme 1 to programme 3)
7Press the or buttons to select required position. And then
press OK again to swap the position.
8You can modify this station by repeating the same procedure from
Step 5 onwards.
9On completion, press the MENU button three times to exit the
menu.
,
or , buttons to select the
Selecting the Cassette Type
If you wish to use the tape counter to display the time remaining on
a cassette, you must indicate the type of cassette inserted.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
USER SET option.
,
or , buttons to select the
3Press the OK button to select this option.
4Press the corresponding o rbuttons, until the T A P E
S E L E C T
option is selected.
5Press the or buttons as many times as required, until the
correct cassette length is displayed.
E180 E240
E 300 E260
6Press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Selecting the Recording Speed
USER SET
O KE N D: M E N U
O S D: O N
TAPE SELECT: E 1 8 0
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
FORMAT 16:9 :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
E N D:M E N U
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TV STATION TABLE
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PR C HN A M E
1- - -- - - 2- - -- - - -
30 2 7C A E B
4- - -- - - 5- - -- - - -
S W A P P I N G :O K
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M E N U
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You can record a cassette at two different speeds:
◆ SP (Standard Play)
◆ LP (Long Play)
In Long Play modes:
◆ Each cassette lasts twice as long
◆ The recording is of a slightly lower quality
To record a cassette...Press the SPEED button on the
remote control, until...
In standard play mode S P is displayed.
In long play modeL P is displayed.
T
ypeRecording Time (in SP)
E-180180 mins. or 3 hours
E-240240 mins. or 4 hours
E-260260 mins. or
4 hours and 20 mins.
E-300300 mins. or 5 hours
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NICAM
USER SET
O KE N D: M E N U
O S D: O N
TAPE SELECT: E 1 8 0
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
FORMAT 16:9 :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
E N D:M E N U
NICAM programmes are divided into 3 types. NICAM Stereo,
NICAM Mono and Bilingual (transmission in another language).
NICAM programmes are always accompanied by a standard mono
sound broadcast and you can select the desired sound.
Please refer to page 32.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
,
or , buttons to select the
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the N I C A M option
is selected.
5To...Press or , until...
Mono modeO F F is displayed.
NICAM modeO N is displayed.
OFF: Only set at this position to record the
standard mono sound during a
NICAM broadcast if the stereo sound
is distorted due to inferior reception
conditions.
ON: Normally set at this position.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Protecting a Recorded Cassette
Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure.
When this tab has been removed, you cannot record on the tape.
1If you wish to protect a cassette, break off the tab using a small
screwdriver.
2To re-record over a protected cassette (safety tab broken), cover
the hole with adhesive tape.
Recording a Programme Immediately
Before recording a programme, you must have preset the corresponding station (unless you are recording via an external video
source). If you have not done so, refer to pages 17 and 18.
1Switch on the television.
2To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television
channel reserved for use with your VCR (or the AV input if used).
3Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded,
with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening
covered with adhesive tape.
Result:The VCR is switched on automatically.
4Select:
◆
The station to be recorded using
or
◆ The AV1, AV2 or AUX
INPUT button for a satellite tuner or external video source
Result:The station number is displayed and the programme
can be seen on the television.
5Select the recording speed by pressing the SPEED button as
many times as required (see page 21).
6Hold REC down for a while to start recording.
Result:
The record indicator appears on the television and VCR
display. An index is recorded on the tape (see page 35).
7To stop recording, press
➢◆ If your VCR ejects the cassette when you start
recording, check to make sure that the cassette’s
safety tab is intact or that the opening (created by a
broken safety tab) is covered with adhesive tape.
◆ If you reach the end of the tape while recording, the
cassette rewinds automatically.
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the PROG( or )
★
(SV-645B only) source using the
once.
buttons
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Recording a Programme with Automatic Stop
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4
4
4
5
6
This function enables you to record up to nine hours (LP) of
programmes.
Your VCR stops automatically after the requested length of time.
1Switch on the television.
2To monitor the programme being recorded, select the television
channel reserved for use with your VCR (or the AV input if used).
3Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be recorded,
with the window visible and the safety tab intact or the opening
covered with adhesive tape.
Result:The VCR is switched on automatically.
4Select:
◆
The station to be recorded using the
or
◆ The AV1, AV2 or AUX
INPUT button for a satellite tuner or external video source
Result:The channel number is displayed and the programme
can be seen on the television.
5Select the recording speed by pressing the SPEED button as
many times as required (see page 21).
★
PROG( or )
buttons
(SV-645B only) source using the
6Hold the REC button down for a while to start recording.
Result:The record indicator appears on the television screen
and VCR display. An index is recorded on the tape
(see page 35).
7Press the REC button several times to increase the recording time
in:
◆ 30-minute intervals up to four hours
◆ 1-hour intervals up to nine hours (LP)
Result:The length is displayed on the television displays. The
selected programme is recorded for the length of time
requested. At the end of that time, the VCR stops
recording automatically.
8If you wish to cancel the recording before the end, press
STANDBY/ON.
LENGTH 2:30
SET LENGTH :
PRESS R E C
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☛ If the end of the tape is reached while recording:
◆ The recording stops
◆ The VCR automatically turns off
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Using the VIDEOPLUS+ Feature ★(SV-645B/SV-643B Only)
Before presetting your VCR:
◆ Switch on both the television and your VCR
◆ Check that the date and time are correct
◆ Insert the cassette on which the programme is to be
Up to six programmes can be preset.
recorded (safety tab intact)
1Press the TIMER button.
Result:The TIMER METHOD is displayed.
2Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the V I D E O P L U S
option is selected.
3Press the button to select V I D E O P L U S.
Result:A message is displayed to allow you to enter the
VIDEOPLUS+ code.
☛ If all six programmes have been set, the message T I M E R
I S F U L L is displayed. Refer to page 28 if you wish to
cancel a preset recording.
4Press the numeric buttons to enter the code opposite the
programme that you wish to record in your television magazine.
➢ If you wish to correct the VIDEOPLUS+ code that you are
entering:
◆ Press the
cleared
◆ Enter the correct digit
button until the digit to be corrected is
5Press the MENU button.
Result:
The information concerning the programme is displayed.
☛ When using the VIDEOPLUS+ function for the first time with
stored stations, the programme number flashes. This one
time, you must enter the station number manually by
pressing the
◆ The programme number or times flash
◆ You wish to modify the programme
6
If the programme and times are correct, press the MENUbutton.
orbuttons. Refer to the following page if:
7Press the STANDBY/ON button to activate the timer.
8Refer to page 28 if you wish to:
◆ Check that your VCR has been programmed correctly
◆ Cancel a preset recording
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TIMER METHOD
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S T A N D A R D
V I D E O P L U S
E N D:M E N U
V I D E O P L U S
CODE ---------
C O D E :0 - 9C O R R E C T :
PR DAY START
1 MO 1 1 2 : 0 0
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - D E L E T E :C L R / R S TM E N U
E N D:M E N U
1/JAN MON 2 1 : 2 8
→
S T O P V/P
→
1 2 : 5 0S P O N
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
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* *
☛ The numbers next to each TV programme listing are
VIDEOPLUS+ code numbers, which allow you to
programme your videorecorder instantly with the remote
control. Tap in the VIDEOPLUS+ code for the programme
you wish to record.
™VIDEOPLUS+ is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEOPLUS+
system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
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Modifying VIDEOPLUS+ Programming
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(SV-645B/SV-643B Only)
If you wish to correct the programme displayed or modify certain elements, such as the recording
speed, you can do so before you press MENU a second time to confirm.
If you wish to...Then...
Select an input source other ◆ Press the or buttons, until the P R selection flashes.
than the tuner (AV1, AV2 or
AUX ★(SV-645B only)
Record a programme every day ◆ Press the or buttons, until the D A Y selection flashes.
(Monday to Sunday) at the same time◆ Press the
Record a programme every week ◆ Press the or buttons, until the D A Y selection flashes.
on the same day and at the same time◆ Press the orbuttons, until the W - (Week) value is
Extend the recording time◆ Press the or buttons, until the S T O P selection flashes.
Select the recording speed◆ Press the or buttons, until the recording speed selection
Select the PDC recording◆ Press the or buttons, until the V/P selection flashes.
)
◆ Press the INPUT button one or more times to change the
input source selection.
Result:The programme number is replaced by:
• The AV1, AV2
using the INPUT button for a satellite tuner or
external video source
➢ The input source must be selected before changing any
other value.
displayed.
displayed, followed by the required day.
Example: W - S A (Weekly Saturday)
◆ Press the orbuttons to increase or decrease the stop
time.
flashes.
◆ Press the
displayed:
orbuttons, until the D L Y (Daily) value is
orbuttons until the correct indication is
or AUX ★(SV-645B only) source
• A U T O (Auto Tape Speed Select) : see page 27
•
S P (Standard Play)
• L P (Long Play)
◆ Press the or
☛
Do not select PDC unless you are sure the programme you
wish to record is broadcast with PDC. If you do set PDC ON
(by selecting “ON” in the right - hand column on the screen),
then you must set up the start-time EXACTLY according to
the published TV schedule. Otherwise the timer recording
won’t take place.
buttons until the “ON” indication is displayed.
Using the Timer Programming Feature
The Timer Programming feature allows you to preset the VCR to
record a programme up to one month before that programme is to
be broadcast. Up to six programmes can be preset.
☛ Before presetting a recording, check that the date and
time are correct.
1- Insert the cassette. Press the TIMER button.
Press the orbuttons to select the STANDARD option and
then press the
◆ Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
◆ Press the OK button to select
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
2Press to select the input source.
3Select the required station by pressing the ,buttons or
to select the AV1, AV2
4Press to select the recording day.
5Select the required day by pressing the or buttons.
6Press to select the recording start time.
7Select the required hour value by pressing the or buttons.
8Press to select the minutes.
9Select the required minute value by pressing the orbuttons.
10 Press to select the recording end time.
11Select the required recording end time by pressing the or
buttons, following the same procedure as when selecting the
recording start time.
12Press to select the recording speed.
13 Press the orbuttons to select the S P (Standard Play), L P
(Long Play), A U T O (Auto Tape Speed Select) recording speeds.
14 Press to select the PDC recording mode.
15 Press the or buttons to toggle between the PDC mode
(marked O N) and the non-PDC mode (marked -).
16 When you have finished, press the MENU button.
17 Press the STANDBY/ON button to activate the timer.
Result:Before starting recording, the VCR compares the timer
➢ Auto Tape Speed Select. The VCR’s “Auto Tape Speed
Select” function compares the duration of the timer
recording to the actual recording time remaining on the
tape loaded. If there is insufficient tape to complete a
timer recording in AUTO mode, the VCR automatically
switches to LP mode to record the whole programme.
button or,
TIMER PROGRAMMING option.
or AUX ★(SV-645B only) input sources.
duration with the remaining time on the cassette.
INPUT
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(SV-645B/SV-643B)
TIMER METHOD
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S T A N D A R D
V I D E O P L U S
TIMER PROGRAMMING
O KE N D: M E N U
1/JAN MON 2 1 : 2 8
PR DAY START
1 MO 1 1 2 : 0 0
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
D E L E T E :C L R / R S TM E N U
→
→
→
→
→
→
→
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S T O P V/P
1 2 : 5 0S P O N
- - : - - - - -
- - : - - - - -
- - : - - - - -
- - : - - - - -
- - : - - - - -
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1/JAN MON 2 1 : 2 8
PR DAY START
1 MO 1 1 2 : 0 0
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - D E L E T E :C L R / R S TM E N U
→
S T O P V/P
→
1 2 : 5 0S P O N
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - S E T :
Cancelling a Preset Recording
1/JAN MON 2 1 : 2 8
PR DAY START
1 MO 1 1 2 : 0 0
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - -
-- ---- - - : - D E L E T E :C L R / R S TM E N U
3
→
S T O P V/P
→
1 2 : 5 0S P O N
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - -
→
- - : - - - - S E T :
You can check your preset recordings:
◆ When you have finished presetting the VCR
◆ If you have forgotten which programmes will be
recorded
1- Insert the cassette. Press the TIMER button.
Press the orbuttons to select the STANDARD option and
then press the
◆ Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
◆ Press the OK button to select
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
button or,
TIMER PROGRAMMING option.
2Press the orbuttons to select the required programme.
3Press the or buttons to select and change any values as
required. For more details, refer to the previous page.
4On completion, press MENU twice.
You can cancel any programmes that are:
◆ Incorrect
◆ No longer required
1- Insert the cassette. Press the TIMER button.
Press the
then press the button or,
◆ Press MENU on the remote control.
Result: The programming menu is displayed.
◆ Press the OK button to select TIMER PROGRAMMING option.
Result: The TIMER PROGRAMMING menu is displayed.
2Select the programme to be cancelled by pressing the o r
buttons.
orbuttons to select the STANDARD option and
3Press the CLR/RST button to cancel the selected programme.
Result:All the recording information is deleted and the broad-
cast will not be recorded.
4On completion, press MENU twice.
This function allows you to play back any pre-recorded cassette.
1Switch on both the television and your VCR.
2Insert the video cassette to be played. If the safety tab on the
cassette is intact, press ll.
Otherwise, the cassette is played automatically.
➢ When a cassette is loaded, the tape position is optimized
automatically to reduce disturbance (Digital Auto Tracking).
When playing a cassette, if the end of the tape is reached,
the cassette is rewound automatically.
NTSC tapes can be played back but cannot be recorded
with this VCR.
3To...Then press...
Stop the playback
Eject the cassette(EJECT).
(STOP).
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Adjusting Picture Alignment Automatically
The Picture Alignment feature enables you to optimize the tape
position automatically to obtain the best possible picture.
When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust picture
alignment by pressing the A.TRK button.
Result:◆ The tracking bar appears.
◆ The picture is automatically adjusted.
◆ The tracking bar disappears when digital auto tracking has
been completed.
Adjusting Picture Alignment Manually
The Picture Adjustment feature allows you to adjust the alignment
manually to obtain the best possible picture.
When noise bars or streaks appear during playback, adjust alignment
manually by pressing the TRK (or)buttons until the picture is clear
and stable.
Result:◆ The tracking bar appears.
◆ The image is adjusted.
◆ The tracking bar disappears when you release the button.
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Intelligent Picture Control
USER SET
O KE N D: M E N U
O S D: O N
TAPE SELECT: E 1 8 0
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
FORMAT 16:9 :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
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SOFTEN SHARPEN
- - - - - - - -
P I C T U R E
IPC : OFF
- - - - -
*
O N / O F F :
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The Intelligent Picture Control Feature allows you to adjust the
sharpness of the image automatically, according to your own
preferences.
1During playback, press the MENU button on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
USER SET option.
,
or , buttons to select the
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the I P C option is
selected.
5Press the button to select the IPC (intelligent picture control)
option.
➢ When intelligent picture control mode is O N, the sharpness
of the image is adjusted automatically.
6To adjust the sharpness manually, press the
IPC mode
O F F.
7Press the or buttons until the picture is displayed according to
your preferences.
➢ If you do not press a button within ten seconds, the
P I C T U R E menu disappears automatically.
button to turn the
8On completion, press the MENU button again.
1During playback, press the IPC button.
Result:The P I C T U R E menu is displayed.
2Press the button to turn the IPC (Intelligent Picture Control)
option O N and O F F.
➢ When Intelligent Picture Control mode is
of the image is adjusted automatically.
O N, the sharpness
3To adjust the sharpness manually, select Intelligent Picture
Control mode O F F.
◆ The horizontal picture adjusting appears.
4Press the or buttons until the picture is displayed according to
your preferences.
➢ If you do not press a button within ten seconds, the
P I C T U R E menu disappears automatically.
5On completion, press the IPC button again.
Format 16:9 (Wide Screen)
Your VCR can automatically play Wide Screen format prerecorded
tapes. It can also record Wide Screen format programmes received
from sources such as a satellite receiver.
☛
Connect equipment compatible with Wide Screen to the VCR
using the 21 pin SCART cable.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the
FORMAT 16:9 option is selected.
5Press the button to select A U T O➝ O N
AUTOSet when you use a wide TV. The VCR automatically
detects if programmes being played back or recorded
are in normal or Wide Screen format.
ONThe VCR always plays back and records in 16:9 Wide
Screen format. Set if the VCR cannot detect Wide
Screen TV programmes with “AUTO” set.
OFFSet if you do not use a Wide Screen TV.
,
or , buttons to select the
➝
O F F.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
Selecting the Colour Mode
Before recording or playing back a cassette, you can select the
required system standard.
Otherwise, the system automatically selects the reception standard
when you select AUTO.
➢
◆ When playing back a cassette, the standard is
automatically selected by the VCR.
◆ When you playback an NTSC-recorded tape on this VCR
make a setting on the colour system according to your TV.
If your TV is a PAL system only TV, set NTPB.
If your TV is Multi System TV (NTSC 4.43 compatible), set
NT4.43 and you can record NT4.43.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding or buttons, until the
COLOUR SYSTEM option is selected.
5Press the button to select A U T O➝ P A L➝ B / W.
AUTO When playing back a cassette, the system standard is
automatically selected by the VCR.
B/W Black and White
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
,
or , buttons to select the
USER SET
O KE N D: M E N U
O S D: O N
TAPE SELECT: E 1 8 0
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
FORMAT 16:9 :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
USER SET
O KE N D: M E N U
O S D: O N
TAPE SELECT: E 1 8 0
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
FORMAT 16:9 :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
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Selecting the Audio Output Mode
When monitoring a TV programme or playing back a Hi-Fi
recorded video tape, press the AUDIO button to select a desired
sound output. As the AUDIO button is pressed, the sound output
and the indicator change as below:
Sound type
OSD display
MONO
Stereo sound Bilingual sound
Heard in stereo.
(left channel and
L R
right channel)
Left channel heard
from both the left
L
and right
speakers.
Right channel
heard from both
the left and right
R
speakers.
Sound mixed the left and right channels, and the
MIX
normal audio track.
Heard in
monaural.
Channel I (MAIN)
heard from the left
speaker, channel
II (SUB) heard
from the right
speaker.
Channel I (MAIN)
heard from both
the left and the
right speakers.
Channel II-(SUB)
heard from both
the left and the
right speakers.
Channel I (MAIN)
heard from both
the left and the
right speakers.
Standard
sound
broadcast
Heard in
monaural.
Heard in
monaural.
Heard in
monaural.
Heard in
monaural.
Playing a Cassette in Slow Motion
You can play a cassette in slow motion.
➢ No sound is heard when playing back a cassette in slow
motion.
1Press:
◆
ll
to start playing the cassette
◆ SLOW () as many times as required to decrease or
increase the speed respectively
◆
o return to the normal speed, press the
T
2When playing back in slow motion, picture interference may occur.
Press the TRK
☛ When you have been using the Slow Motion function for
(
or)buttons to minimize this effect.
more than about five minutes, the VCR will automatically
play to protect the:
◆ Cassette
◆ Video heads
ll
button twice.
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Playing a Sequence Frame by Frame
You can:
◆ Stop the cassette at a given frame (image)
◆ Advance one frame at a time
➢ No sound is heard when playing back frame by frame.
1Press:
◆
ll
1
2To return to normal playback, press
☛ When you have been using the Frame-by-Frame function
➢ Vertical stability: When playing back frame by frame,
Picture Search, Fast Forward/Rewind
Picture Search enables you to Fast Forward or Rewind and look for
a particular part of a tape.
1Press PLAY, the VCR will enter normal play mode. While in play,
2To return to normal playback mode, press the
3If you press and HOLD down the (or ) button the VCR will
4Whilst in Picture Search mode, if you press the button again,
5Likewise, whilst in Picture Search mode, if you press the
6If, when Redwing ( ) or Fast Forwarding ( ), you press the
to start playing the cassette
◆
ll
to stop the tape at a given frame
◆
F.ADV ()
for more than about five minutes, the VCR will automatically play to protect the cassette and video heads.
interference may be seen on the screen. Press the
V-LOCK () buttons to minimize this effect.
press and release the (or ) button. The VCR will search at 5
times the normal playback speed.
search at 9 times the normal speed. Releasing the button will
return the VCR to search at 5 times the normal speed. To return to
normal playback mode, press the
the VCR will enter normal Fast Forward mode.
button again, the VCR will enter normal Rewind mode.
(or ) button, the VCR will enter the Picture Search mode.
to advance frame by frame
ll
button.
II
Searching for a Specific Sequence
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Each time you record a cassette on this VCR, an “index” is
automatically marked on the tape when recording starts.
The Search function allows you to fast-forward or rewind to a
specific index and start playback from that point. Depending on the
direction selected, the indexes are numbered as follows:
Prev
etc.
.
➢ This VCR uses a standard indexing system (VISS). As a
result, it will recognize any indexes marked by other
VCRs using the same system and vice versa.
INTRO SCAN
Seq. being
Seq.
played
2112
Next
Seq.
etc.
INDEX:
1To search for a specific index, press INDEX.
button.
II
2Press the
where your desired programme is located.
3When an Index mark is found the VCR will playback the tape for 5
seconds, after which it will continue searching for the next Index
mark.
4If you want to watch the tape from a particular Index, simply press
Index Skip Search:
This feature will enable you to fast forward/rewind to a specific
point on a tape: E.g. if you have recorded 3 different programmes
on a tape and you have rewound the tape to the beginning, by
using this feature you can go directly to the start of programme 2
simply by pressing the INDEX button.
or
buttons depending on the direction
INDEX SEARCH: +01
.
II
1Press the INDEX to start the Index search.
2Press the
you directly to the start of the desired programme is located.
3These Index searches can be made forwards: (press ) or
backwards: (press ).
4
To cancel an Index search simply press the IIor ■button.
or
buttons twice more. This will take
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Auto Repeat Play
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(SV-645B/SV-643B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
VIDEOPLUS EXTEND :OFF
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
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(SV-640B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
Interval Repeat Play
EASY OPERATION
O KE N D: M E N U
★
(SV-645B/SV-643B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
VIDEOPLUS EXTEND :OFF
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
★
(SV-640B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
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You can set repeat play to repeat the tape continuously from
beginning to end.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the
REPEAT PLAY option is selected.
,
or , buttons to select the
5To...Press or , until...
Repeat playO N is displayed.
Do not wish to repeat playO F F is displayed.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
You can set Interval Repeat Play so that the cassette is repeated a
number of times according to a specified set interval.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the
NO. OF INTERVAL REPEAT option is selected.
,
or , buttons to select the
5To...Press , until...
Interval Repeat Play5, 10, 15 is displayed.
Cancel Interval Repeat PlayO F F is displayed.
(choose an interval repeat of
5, 10 or 15 times)
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
7To select Interval Repeat Play during playback, press the
INPUT/REPEAT button at the desired start point.
Result:“INTERVAL REPEAT SETTING” is displayed.
Press the INPUT/REPEAT button one more time at the desired
end point.
Result:The tape is automatically rewound to the start point.
“
INTERVAL REPEAT” is displayed.
VPS/PDC Default
Programme VPS/PDC is a system of telling the VCR when a
programme actually starts. Typically, when you want to record a
programme you will tell the VCR to start recording, probably, five
minutes before the advertised starting time of the programme and
to finish ten minutes or so after the programme is due to finish. So
even if the programme starts early or finishes late you will normally
still get to see what you wanted to record. However when live
programmes over-run or the day’s television schedule is changed
from that advertised, you may miss the desired programme which
may have been delayed or even cancelled. With VPS/PDC the VCR
will wait until the signal is sent to confirm the programme is
starting and the VCR will record the programme even if it is two or
more, hours late.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
2Press the corresponding
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the
PDC/VPS DEFAULT option is selected.
5Press button to select O N in PDC/VPS DEFAULT option.
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
,
or , buttons to select the
EASY OPERATION
O KE N D: M E N U
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(SV-645B/SV-643B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
VIDEOPLUS EXTEND :OFF
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
★
(SV-640B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
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VIDEOPLUS+ EXTEND ★(SV-645B/SV-643B
EASY OPERATION
O KE N D: M E N U
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
VIDEOPLUS EXTEND :OFF
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
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Using the Tape Counter
0 : 0 0 : 0 0
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Only)
To prevent delays or over-runs the VCR has a function called
Videoplus EXTEND allowing you to extend the recording time by
up to 60 minutes.
➢ Only use if PDC is not available or set to OFF.
1Press the MENU button on the remote control.
2Press the corresponding
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the
VIDEOPLUS EXTEND option is selected.
5Press or buttons to set the Videoplus EXTEND time by
increments of 10 minutes.
6To turn off, press or buttons repeatedly until O F F shows.
The tape counter:
◆ Indicates the elapsed time in the play and record modes
(hours, minutes and seconds)
◆ Is reset when a cassette is inserted in the VCR
◆ Allows you to find the beginning of a sequence easily
☛ If the remaining time is to be calculated correctly, you
must indicate the type of cassette being used.
1Insert a cassette in your VCR.
2To set the tape counter to zero at the beginning of a sequence:
◆ Press DISPLAY twice to display the counter
◆ Press CLR/RST when you want to set the tape counter to
zero
3When you are ready,
◆ Start playback or Recording.
◆ Press the
◆ To fast-froward or rewind to the sequence at which the
➢ Some VCR information, such as the counter, can be
■
counter was set to zero, press
displayed on the television screen (unless you have
deactivated the OSD mode; refer to page 16).
Press DISPLAY:
◆ Once to display the current function, programme
number, recording speed, date, time and counter
◆ Twice to display the counter only
◆ Three times to display the time remaining on the
cassette
◆ Four times to clear the display
button.
,
or , buttons to select the
or
.
Connecting an RCA Audio/Video Input Cable
★
(SV-645B
You can connect other audio/video equipment to your VCR using
audio/video cables if the appropriate outputs are available on the
equipment chosen.
Examples: ◆ You wish to copy a video cassette with the help of a
☛◆ Regardless of the type of connection chosen, you
1Connect one end of the RCA audio/video cable into the VIDEO
INPUT socket on the front of the VCR.
2Plug the other end of the audio/video cable into the appropriate
output connector on the other system (VCR or camcorder).
3Connect one end of the RCA audio cable supplied into the AUDIO
INPUT sockets on the front of the VCR.
➢ Take care to respect the colour coding of the left and right
4Plug the other end of the audio cable into the appropriate output
connectors on the other system (VCR, camcorder or Hi-Fi sound
system).
Only)
second VCR (see page 40).
◆ You wish to play back and/or copy pictures taken
with a camcorder (see page 40).
must always connect the coaxial cable supplied.
Otherwise, no picture will be visible on the screen
when the VCR is switched off.
◆ Make sure that both the television and the VCR are
switched
off before connecting the cables.
channels.
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Using the Assemble Edit Function
This function allows you to start a new recording at a specific
position on the cassette while maintaining a very smooth scene
change.
1Insert the cassette to be edited in your VCR.
2Press the
ll
button to start playback.
3When you reach the position from which you wish to start the new
2
recording, press the
4Press the
F.ADV
advance frame by frame, until the exact recording position is
located.
ll
button.
() button again as often as necessary to
5While the VCR is in still mode, hold the REC button down for a
while to activate the Assemble Edit function.
Result:Record symbol flashes in the display.
6Select the source from which you wish to record by pressing:
◆ The PROG( or ) buttons for television channels
◆ The INPUT button for the AV1, AV2 or AUX
input sources
7Press the
ll
button to start recording.
8When you have finished recording, press
Recording from Another VCR or Camcorder
You can copy a cassette to your VCR from another video source,
such as another VCR or a camcorder.
☛
It is an infringement of copyright laws to copy prerecorded
cassettes or to re-record them in any form without the
permission of the owners of the corresponding copyright.
1Connect the VCR, from which the cassette is to be copied, to the
appropriate SCART audio and video input connectors on the rear
of your VCR.
You can also use a RCA audio and video cable to connect the
AUX input on the front of your VCR.
2Insert a blank cassette in your VCR.
3Insert the pre-recorded cassette in the other video source (VCR or
camcorder).
4Press the INPUT button to select the appropriate input on your
6
VCR:
◆ AV1 or AV2 for the SCART input
◆ AUX for the RCA input
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5Start playing back the cassette to be copied.
6Hold REC down for a while to start recording on your VCR.
7When you have finished recording, press
➢ If you wish to view the cassette being copied:
◆ Your VCR must be connected as usual to the
television (see page 11 for further details)
40
■
★
(SV-645B only)
(SV-645B only)
■
★
(SV-645Bonly)
.
on bothVCRs.
Auto Power Off
The Auto Power Off feature automatically turns off your VCR if no
signal is received and you do not press any button for the selected
time.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
EASY OPERATION option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The EASY OPERATION menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the
AUTO POWER OFF option is selected.
5Press the button, until you select the time of Auto Power off
interval.
OFF 2HOUR 3HOUR
,
or , buttons to select the
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
★
Child Door Lock System
With this mechanism you can prevent children from harming
themselves or the VCR. It stops fingers and small articles from
entering your VCR.
(SV-643B/SV-640B
★
(SV-645B/SV-643B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
VIDEOPLUS EXTEND :OFF
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
★
(SV-640B)
PDC/VPS DEFAULT : O F F
AUTO POWER OFF : O F F
REPEAT PLAY: O F F
NO. OF
INTERVAL REPEAT : 5
Only)
ECO Mode-Reducing Standby power consumption
Low Power Mode reduces the Standby power consumption of the
VCR when in Standby mode.
Useful, for example, when you are away from the house on holiday.
It saves actually turning the VCR off.
1Press MENU on the remote control.
Result:The programming menu is displayed.
2Press the corresponding
USER SET option.
3Press the OK button to select this option.
Result:The USER SET menu is displayed.
4Press the corresponding orbuttons, until the ECO. MODE
is selected.
5Press the button to turn LOW(3Watts) mode on. Now, when the
VCR is standby mode the front display panel will shut off.
Even the clock disappears. By pressing the STANDBY/ON button
again the display panel will reappear.
,
or , buttons to select the
6On completion, press MENU twice to exit the menu.
USER SET
O KE N D: M E N U
O S D: O N
TAPE SELECT: E 1 8 0
COLOUR SYSTEM :AUTO
FORMAT 16:9 :AUTO
NICAM :ON
ECO. MODE :OFF
IPC :ON
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E N D:M E N U
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Technical Specifications
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
FormatVHS PAL standard
HeadsVideo: 4 rotary heads
Television systemSTANDARD I-NICAM STEREO
LuminanceFM azimuth recording
Colour systemPAL: Down converted subcarrier phase shifted direct recording
Tape speedSP 23.39 mm/sec
Recording/playback timeSP 3 hours (E-180 Tape)
REW timeAbout 60 sec in REW with E-180
VIDEO
Input0.5 to 2.0 Vp-p; 75 ohm unbalanced
Output1.0 ± 0.2 Vp-p; 75 ohm unbalanced
Signal-to-noise ratioBetter than 43 dB (SP)
Horizontal resolutionMore than 240 lines
AUDIO
Input-8 dBm, 47 Kohm unbalanced
Output-8 ± 3 dBm, 1 Kohm unbalanced
Wow and flutter (WTD)0.4% max (SP)
Signal-to-noise ratio68 dB min (IHF A filter)
Frequency response20Hz - 20kHz
Power requirement230V (AC 50-60 Hz)
Power consumptionApprox. 17 watts
Operation temperature41°F-104°F (5°C-40°C)
Operation humidity10%-75%
Weight2.8 Kg (net)
Dimensions (WxHxD)360 x 94 x 240 mm
Hi-Fi audio: 2 rotary heads
Audio/Control: 1 stationary head
Erase: 1 full track erase head
NTSC PB on PAL TV
LP 11.69 mm/sec
LP 6 hours (E-180 Tape)
Problems and Solutions
Before contacting the Samsung after-sales service, perform the following simple checks.
ProblemExplanation/Solution
No power◆ Check that the power plug is connected to a wall outlet.
You cannot insert a video cassette◆ A video cassette can only be inserted with the window
The television programme was not recorded◆ Check the VCR aerial connections.
Timer recording was unsuccessful◆ Was the STANDBY/ON button pressed to activate the timer?
No playback picture or the picture ◆ Check to see if you are using a prerecorded tape.
is distorted
You cannot see normal broadcasts◆ Check the TUNER/EXTERNAL setting. It should be on
Noise bars or streaks on playback◆ Press the TRK(or)buttons to minimize this effect.
When the IIbutton is pressed◆ A still picture may have “noise bars”, depending on the
during playback, the still picture
has severe “noise bars” streaksSLOW motion to minimize this effect.
Video Head Cleaning ◆ If poor pictures appear on a variety of cassettes, the video
If when tuning in your TV to the VCR test 1. Remove the aerial input plug from the socket marked (aerial
pattern your TV does not find the test pattern symbol) on the rear of the VCR.
or the pattern when found suffers from 2. Carry out the instructions “Tuning Your Television for the VCR”
interference, it may be due to the VCR output(see page 14).
channel clashing with the normal TV 3. Carry out the instructions “Setting the VCR output Channel”
transmissions in your area. To prevent this (see page 16), move the channel number several channels
you will need to change the VCR output down from the original setting. (example:from 60 to 57).
channel in the following way 4. Replace the aerial plug into the socket marked (aerial symbol)
If you are unable to solve the problem after reading the above instructions, note:
◆ The model and serial number on the rear of your VCR
◆ The warranty information
◆ A clear description of the problem
Then contact your nearest SAMSUNG after-sales service.
◆ Have you pressed the STANDBY/ON button?
side up and the safety tab facing you.
◆ Is the VCR tuner properly set?
◆ Check if the safety tab is intact on the cassette.
◆ Re-check the recording start/stop time settings.
◆ If there was a power failure or interruption during timer
recording, the recording will have been cancelled.
TUNER.
◆ Check the TV/VCR aerial connections.
condition of the tape. Press the
heads may need cleaning. This is not a common problem
and unless it appears, the heads should not be cleaned.
When cleaning the video heads, read all instructions
provided with the head cleaning cassette. Incorrect head
cleaning can permanently damage the video heads.
on the rear of the VCR.
5. Re-tune your TV to the VCR again by following instructions
“Tuning Your Television for the VCR” (page 14).
6. If the problem still exists repeat steps 1 to 5 moving several
more channels away from the original setting.
TRK ( or) buttonsduring
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AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTERS
In the event of warranty service being required, please contact your retailer first. If they cannot provide service, please contact
your nearest service centre listed below. Service facilities are return to base, however some agents may provide an in-home
service (there may be a cost for call out). Please refer to your warranty card or retailer for terms and conditions of the warranty.