Samsung SV-C90P User Manual

Video

Cassette Recorder

Owner ’s Manual

Hi-Fi SV-C90P

Safety Instructions

Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code, Part I) 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. Caution: FCC regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.

Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame le plus large de la fiche dans la borne

correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond. Important: One Federal Court has held that unauthorized recording of copyrighted TV programs is an infringement of U.S. copyright laws. Certain Canadian programs may be copyrighted and any unauthorized recording in whole or in part may be a violation of these rights.

To prevent damage which may result in fire or electric shock hazard,

do not expose this appliance 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 SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol indicates high voltage is present inside. It is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this product.

This symbol alerts you that important literature concerning operation and maintenance has been included with this product.

As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Samsung Electronics America, Inc.

has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGY

STAR guidelines for energy efficiency

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read Instructions-All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2. Retain Instructions-The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings-All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions-All operating and using instructions should be followed.

5. Cleaning-Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments-Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture-Do not use this product near water-for example near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8. Accessories-Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

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9. Cart Usage-A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10. Ventilation-Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product 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 to.

11. Power Sources-This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12. Grounding or Polarization-This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13. Power-Cord Protection-Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding-If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product,be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharg

e unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antennadischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

15. Lightning-For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

16. 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 fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

19 Servicing-Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to

dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20 Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service

personnel under the following conditions:

a When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product. c If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls

that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for service.

21. Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22. Safety check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

23. Heat-The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Antenna Lead-in Wire

Ground Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit

(NEC Section 810-20) Grounding Conductors (NEC Section 810-21)

Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Section 810-21)

Grounding Clamps

Electric Service Equipment

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions Your New VCR

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Front Panel and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

VCR Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

VCR Setup

Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Using Menus and the Remote Control . . .7

Selecting the On-Screen Language . . . . .7

Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Setting the Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

VCR Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

VCR Operation

Playing a cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Instant play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Tape Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Using the DISPLAY Button . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

About Video Cassette Tapes . . . . . . . . . .16

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

One Touch Recording(OTR) . . . . . . . . . .17

Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Choosing Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Guide de reference rapide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24

Your New VCR

• Hi-Fi Stereo sound

• Auto Power off

• Instant Play

• One Touch Recording (OTR) up to four hours

• Tri-lingual on-screen programming (English/Spanish/French)

• Digital Auto Tracking

• Special effects playback, including slow motion

• Built-in HQ (High Quality) video circuitry

• One-month eight event timer programming

Check to make sure the following items have been included with your VCR.

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ELECTRONICS

Remote

Control

Batteries for

remote(2AA)

RF-Cable

Warranty

Card

Features

Accessories

Owner’s Manual

Owner’s

Manual

Your New VCR

POWER Indicator

Lit when VCR is

turned on.

REC Indicator

Lit when VCR is recording

Status and Audio Level Indicator

POWER

Press to turn the VCR on and off.

EJECT

Press to eject a tape or press.

CASSETTE COMPARTMENT

Insert a video cassette.

REW (REWIND)

Press to rewind in stop mode or reverse search in play mode.

F.F (FAST FORWARD)

Press to fast forward in stop mode or forward search in play mode.

PLAY

Press to play tape.

STOP

Press to stop tape.

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Front Panel and Display

1 2 3 4 6 5 7

Your New VCR

Remote Control batteries

If you won’t use the remote for a long time, remove the batteries and store them in a cool, dry place. Batteries should last about a year. When replacing batteries, use all new batteries, and never mix alkaline and manganese batteries.

Remove the battery compartment lid by lifting the cover.

Insert two AAbatteries as shown. Match + and -ends of the batteries as indicated inside compartment.

Replace the compartment cover.

POWER

Press to turn your VCR on and off.

TV/VCR

Switch between TV or VCR source (See page 4).

Press to change channels.

TRK

Press to adjust cassette tracking.

DISPLA Y

Press for on-screen information displays.

REC

Press to start VCR recording.

STOP,PLAY,P/S,REW,FF

Press to control cassette playback

or to move a cursor in the on screen menu.

CLEAR

Press to set counter to zero or to clear timer

record programs.

Press to display menu screen.

SLOW

Press to slow-motion playback during playback.

SEARCH/EXIT

Press to enter the variable search mode or to exit on screen menu.

VCR Remote Control

VCR Setup

AUDIO OUT (L/R)

Use to output audio signals to connected equipment.

CH 3/4

Set to channel 3 or 4 to match the channel selected at the TV.

IN FROM ANT

Use to input cable or antenna signal.

OUT TO TV

Use to output VCR signal to TV.

VIDEO OUT

Use to output video signal from VCR to connected equipment.

Use the jacks on the rear panel to connect the VCR to other components and signals, including: VCRs, TVs, stereo equipment, digital video components, antenna and cable signals.

75-ohm round antenna lead

300-ohm flat antenna lead with adapter

Cable/Antenna IN TO VCR

VCR OUT TO TV

Antenna Connection

If your outside antenna cable is a 300 ohm flat feeder, use an adapter to connect the antenna to the VCR input terminal. You can purchase an adapter at an electronics store. If your antenna already has a round lead, simply connect it to the terminal on the rear panel of the VCR.

Once your antenna is connected to the VCR, connect a cable from the VCR to your TV from the “Out to TV” terminal on the rear panel of the VCR.

Cable Connections

Basic Cable TV Connection

This set-up will enable you to:

- Record an unscrambled channel.

- Watch an unscrambled channel while recording it.

- Record an unscrambled channel while watching another (only when you connect a cable-compatible TV).

You will need to:

• Select TV channel 3 or 4 to receive video

signals.(See page 9.)

• To record a channel while watching another, press

TV/VCR on the remote control to set the VCR to TV

mode and select a desired channel on the TV.

Rear Panel

Connections

VCR Setup

Premium Cable TV Connection 3

This set-up will enable you to:

- Watch an unscrambled or scrambled channel while recording it.

- Record an unscrambled channel while watching another

unscrambled channel (only when you connect a cable-compatible TV).

• A/B switch “A” : Record and watch an unscrambled

channel which bypasses the cable box.

• A/B switch “B” : Record and watch a scrambled or

unscrambled channel coming through the cable box.

Premium Cable TV Connection 2

This set-up will enable you to:

- Record an unscrambled channel.

- Watch an unscrambled channel while recording it.

- Record an unscrambled channel while watching another (scrambled or unscrambled).

You will need to:

• Set TV channel to the output channel of the cable box.

• Turn on the cable box and select cable channel 3

or 4 according to the output channel of the VCR.

• To record a channel while watching another, press

TV/VCR on the remote control to set the VCR to TV mode

and select a desired cable channel on the cable box.

Premium Cable TV Connection 1

This set-up will enable you to:

- Watch an unscrambled or scrambled channel while recording it.

- Record any channels through the cable box.

You will need to:

• Set TV to channel 3 or 4 to receive video signals.

• Set VCR channel to the output channel of the cable

box, and select a desired cable channel on the

cable box.

• While the VCR is turned off or the VCR is in TV mode, set

TV channel to the output channel of the cable box.

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