Sears LXI series 580.55114490,LXI series 580.55114490 Owner's Manual

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OWNERS
MANUAL

MODEL NO.

580.55114490

KNOW YOUR UNIT

Read this booklet so you will be
able to enjoy all the features in
your video cassette player.

Record in space provided
below the Model No. and the

Serial No. as found on the rear

of your video cassette player.

Model No.

Serial No.

Retain this information for

future reference.

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VIDEO CASSE'n'E

PLAYER

Operation

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, U 60179. U.S.A.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE,

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.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle
is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the
product.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous
voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.

DEW (MOISTURE CONDENSATION)

The VCP has a built-in a humidity eliminator unit to
dry the metal surfaces, when humidity is high, to
prevent damage to the tape. When the VCP is
moved from a cold area to a warm area, a lot of
moisture forms on the metal surfaces. The DEW
indicator will light and the VCP will not operate
except for the EJECT mode. If this occurs, connect
the power cord to the AC line, press "POWER"
ON/OFF button on and wait for the VCP to dry out.
(DEW light goes out.)

WER" ON/OFF button_

"Note to CATV system installer: this reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to
Article 820-40 of the NEC 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."

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I Congratulations on buying this _g_£ Video Cassette Player (VCP). For your convenience, please read thesesimple instructions before operating your VCP.

NOTES: ,This Video Cassette Player is compatible with any video cassette bearing the _Vg_ mark.

, _ is designed to expand your opportunities for in home TV viewing and not for any
usage which might violate any copyright laws.

Check to make sure you have the following access-
ories before disposing of the packing material.

1. 75 ohm Coaxial Cable with Antenna Adaptor
(75/300-ohm)

2. Remote Control

3. AC Adaptor

4. One-Way DC Power Cord

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions .............. 3

Installation ............................. 5

Wiring Diagram .......................... 5

Antenna/VCP Connection ................. 6

VCP/TV Connection ...................... 7

Power Sources .......................... 8

Set your Television to the VCP Channel ..... 10

Auto Playback Function .................. 10

Identification and Operation of Controls ..... 11

Normal Playback ....................... 14

Auto Repeat Playback Function ........... 15

Picture Search (F-Search and R-Search) ..... 15

Double Speed Playback .................. 16

Still Feature ........................... 16

Auto-Rewind ........................... 16

Playback with TV equipped with VIR ........ 16

Operating Hints ........................ 17

Video Head Cleaning .................... 17

Replacing the Fuse ...................... 17

Remote Control ........................ 18

VCP to VCR Dubbing .................... 18

Troubleshooting ........................ 19

Routine Maintenance .................... 20

Sears Service .......................... 20

How to Order Repair Parts ................ 20

Specifications .......................... 21

Features .............................. 21

Warranty ....................... Rear Cover

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions-All the safety and 9.

operating instructions should be read before
the product is operated.

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

reference.
Heed Warnings-All warnings on the product

and in the operating instructions should be
adhered to.

Follow Instructions-All operating and use
instructions should be followed.

Cleaning-Unplug this product from the wall
outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp
cloth for cleaning.

Exception: A product that is meant for
uninterrupted service and that for some
specific reason, such as the possibility of the

loss of an authorization code for a CATV
converter, is not intended to be unplugged by
the user for cleaning or any other purpose,

may exclude the reference to unplugging the
product in the cleaning description otherwise
required in item 5.

Attachments-Do not use attachments not
recommended by the product manufacturer

as they may cause hazards.
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.

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.

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.

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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, and 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.

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 supply 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.

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.

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13.

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. Article 810 of the National Electrical
Code ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information
with regard to proper grounding of the mast
an supporting structure, grounding of the

lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size
of grounding conductors, location of antenna-
discharge unit, connection to grounding

electrodes, and requirements for the

grounding electrode. See Figure 131.1.

FIGURE 131.1

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA

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CLAMP

DISCHARGE UNIT

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_ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

-- _ ELECTRODE SYSTEM

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250 PART H)

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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.

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 instaling 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.

Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and

extension cords as this can result in a risk of

tire or electric shock.

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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.

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.

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 intothe 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 productto its normal operation.

e. If the product has been dropped or the

cabinet has been damaged.

f. When the product exhibits a distinct

change in performance-this indicates a
need for service.

Replacement Parts-When replacement parts

are required, be sure the service technician
has used replacement parts specified by the

manufacturer or have the same charact-

eristics as the original part. Unauthorized

substitutions may result in fire, electric shock,
or other hazards.

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.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting-The product

should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as

recommended by the manufacturer.

Heat-Theproductshould be situated away

from heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other products (including

amplifiers) that produce heat.

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INSTALLATION

Placing your VCP on the top of or under the TV receiver may result in interference appearing on the TV screen

when the VCP is on. If this occurs, move the VCP to a position alongside the TV receiver.

WIRING DIAGRAM

To use your VCP connect it with your TV receiver and antenna system as illustrated below.

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ANTENNA/VCP CONNECTION

ANTENNAS WITH SEPARATE VHF LEADS

VHF Antenna

VCP

75-ohm Coaxial (round) Cable

300-ohm Twin-lead Flat Cable

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To "ANT IN"

c_)_a Adaptor (300-ohm to 75-ohm) (not supplied)

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1. Disconnect the antenna leads from the rear of the
TV receiver.

2. Connect the VHF lead to "ANT IN" on the VCP. If
the cable is round (75-ohm), it will connect directly

to the "ANT IN" terminal.

If it is the flat type (300-ohm), connect it to Antenna

Adaptor (300-ohm to 75-ohm) (not supplied) and

_lip the,Adapt_r nnto the."ANT IN" terminal.

VCP/TV CONNECTION

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75-ohm Coaxial Cable
with Antenna Adaptor
(accessory number 1.)

To "RF OUT"

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1. Connect the 75-ohm Coaxial Cable with
Antenna Adaptor (accessory number 1) to "RF

OUT" on the VCP. Connect the other end to the
VHF antenna terminal of the TV, as illustrated

above.

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