Sears LXI series 580.55144490,LXI Series 580.55144490 Owner's Manual

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OWNERS
MANUAL

MODEL NO.

580.55144490

KNOW YOUR UNIT

Read this booklet so you will be

able toenjoyallthe features Inyour

video cassette recorder.

Record in space provided below
the Model No. and the Serial No.

as found on the rear of your video
cassette recorder.

Model No.

Serial No.

Retain this information for future
reference.

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VIDEO CASSETTE

RECORDER

Operation

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 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)

If you pour cold liquid into a glass, water vapor in
the air will condense on the surface of the glass.
This is moisture condensation. Moisture

condensation on the head drum, one of the most

crucial parts of the unit, will cause damage to the
tape. When the unit is exposed to a rapid
temperature change from cold to warm, some

condensation will occur. Under this condition

connect the power cord to the AC line, press

POWER ON/OFF button on and allow at least two

hours for the unit to dry out.

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"Cable reception is only available to customers subscribing to cable service. Cable-compatible models will

tune in most nonscrambled cable channels without the need for an external converter box. Scrambled Pay-

TV services may require an additional descrambling box. Check with your local cable company for

compatibility and any additional requirements."

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_.Congratulations on buying the _ Video Cassette Recorder (VCR).
I these simple instructions before operating your VCR.

For your convenience, please read

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

, _ is designed to expand your opportunities for in-home TV viewing and not for any usage

which might violate the copyright laws.

, l-k The Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) with this marking incorporates _ high-quality

picture technology and is compatible with any Video Cassette Recorders bearing

the _ mark.

Check to make sure you have the following acces-

sories before disposing of the packing material.

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

2. Remote Control

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

Wiring diagram .......................... 5

Antenna/VCR connections ................. 6

VCR/'FV connections ..................... 7

Cable antenna (CATV) connections .......... 8

Identification and operation of controls ..... 10

Set your television to the VCR channel ...... 14

MBR (Multi Brand Remote) remote control • • •15

On screen display ...................... 21

On Screen Menu features ................. 22

Channel presetting

(By using the remote control) ............. 24

Viewing TV only ........................ 26

Video Cassette Tapes .................... 27

Cassette Loading and Unloading ........... 27

Clock setting (By using the remote control) • •28

Calendar .............................. 30

Normal Playback ....................... 31

Pause/Still ............................. 32

Frame advance ......................... 32

Double speed playback .................. 32

Visual search (F-Search and R-Search) ...... 33

Slow ................................. 34

Auto playback function .................. 34

VISS (VHS Index search system)/

TIME Search ........................... 35

Making a sample recording ............... 36

Recording while you are away ............. 37

Program timer setting

(You must use the remote control) ......... 38

VCR PlusTM+Programming/Recording ....... 43

Instant Timer Recording (ITR) ............. 50

Recording one program while viewing

Another ............................... 51

Editing a recording ...................... 51

Using the counter memory feature ......... 52

Auto-rewind ........................... 53

Auto memory power shut-off .............. 53

Playback with TV equipped with VIR ........ 53

Video head Cleaning .................... 53

Operating hints ......................... 54

VCR to VCR dubbing .................... 54

Troubleshooting ........................ 55

Routine maintenance .................... 57

Sears service .......................... 57

How to order repair parts ................. 57

Specifications .......................... 58

Features .............................. 58

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

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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
instruct, ions 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 use
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.

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.

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.

9. 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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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, 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.

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 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.

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.

Alternate Warnings-This product is equipped
with a three-wire grounding-type plug, a plug

having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will

only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to
insert the plug into the outlet, contact your

electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do
not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type 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.

15.

Protective Attachment Plug-The product is
equipped with an attachment plug having
overload protection. This is a safety feature.
See Instruction Manual for replacement or
resetting of protective device. If replacement
of the plug is required, be sure the service
technician has used a replacement plug
specified by the manufacturer that has the
same overload protection as the original plug.

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. ANSI/NFPA 70

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ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT

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/ GROUNDING

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

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16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and

extension cords as this can result in a risk of
fire or electric shock.

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19. 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.

20. 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.

21. 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 te 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.

22. 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.

23. 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.

24. Wall or Ceiling Mounting-The product
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as

recommended by the manufacturer.

25. Heat-The product should be situated away
from heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.

INSTALLATION

Placing your VCR on the top of or under the TV rece=ver may result in _nterference appeanng on the TV screen

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

WIRING DIAGRAM

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

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ANTENNANCR CONNECTIONS

ANTENNAS WITH ONE LEAD (Combined VHF-UHF)

VHF/UHF Antenna

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300-ohm Twin-lead Flat Cable _ I

"_L.-_f Antenna Adaptor (300-ohm to 75-ohm) (not supplied)

1. Disconnect the antenna leads from the rear of the
"FVreceiver.

2. Identify the type of cable from your antenna. If it is
a round cable as illustrated, it is a 75-ohm coaxial
antenna cable. This cable will connect directly to

the connector marked "IN FROM ANT" on your
VCR.

If your antenna lead wire is a flat type antenna
cable, connect it to the Antenna Adaptor (300-ohm
to 75-ohm) (not supplied) and slip the Adaptor onto

the "IN FROM ANT" terminal. The Adaptor does not

screw onto the VCR, itjust slips over the connector.

ANTENNA WITH SEPARATE VHF-UHF LEADS

VHF Antenna UHF Antenna

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Antenna Mixer (VHF/UHF 300-ohm to

75-ohm) (not supplied)

1. Disconnect the UHF/VHF twin leads on your
television.

2. Locate Antenna Mixer(VHF/UHF 300-ohm to 75-
ohm) (not supplied).

3. Connect the VHF Twin-lead Cable to the "VHF"
terminals on the Antenna Mixer.

4. Connect the UHF Twin-lead Cable to the "UHF"
terminals on the Antenna Mixer.

5. Slip the Antenna Mixer onto the "IN FROM ANT"
terminal.

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VCR/'FV CONNECTIONS

Antenna Splitter
(75-ohm to VHF/UHF 300-
ohm) (not supplied)

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TV Antenna Terminals

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

TO TV" on the VCR. Connect the other end to the
Antenna Splitter (75-ohm to VHF/UHF 300-ohm)

(not supplied) or 75-ohm antenna input on back

of TV, as illustrated above.

2. Connect the wires marked "UHF" on the Splitter
to the UHF terminals on the rear of your
television.

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3. Connect the wires marked "VHF" on the Splitter
to the VHF terminals on the rear of your
television.

NOTE: When the VCR power cord is plugged into
a 120V electrical outlet, the clock of the VCR will

show ..... . Don't worry. We will set it later.

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CABLE ANTENNA (CATV) CONNECTIONS

"Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system ins_aller's aitentau_ 1o_SectMo_
820-40 of the National Electrical Code which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point

of cable entry as practical".

Diagram No. 1

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This hook-up permits the recording of cable
channels except for scrambled channels. At the
same time, you may watch any cable channel
selected by the cable converter (with A-B Switch in
B position).

To watch the playback picture from the VCR, set the
A-B Switch to the A position.
If you connect your VCR like this, set the A-B switch
to the A position for VCR Plus+programming.

Diagram No. 2

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This hook-up permits the recording of any
channel(including scrambled premium channels).
At the same time, you may view any channel except
those that are scrambled. To view scrambled

channels, put the A-B Switch in the A position. (In

this position, you cannot watch one channel and
record another.) To use this hook-up, you should

have a cable compatible television receiver.
If you connect your VCR like this, set the A-B switch

to the A position for VCR Plus+programming.

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NOTES:

1. The 2-Set Coupler and the A-B Switch are not
supplied and should be purchased locally. The

cable converter is normally supplied by the cable
company.

2. There are other possible connections than shown
here. Their use depends upon the type of cable
system you have and on the type of equipment
you wish to connect. Please consult with your

local Sears Store or Service Department.

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Use A position of A-B switch for watching and/or

recording channels that do not require a cable
converter box.

Use B position of A-B switch for watching and/or
recording channels that require a cable converter

box.

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IDENTIFICATION AND OPERATION OF CONTROLS

Now that you have experienced the simple operation of your VCR, let's get familiar with the complete operation

of your VCR and all its capabilities.

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"VHF/UHF INPUT"

Lead wire from antenna connects to this 75-
ohm input.

"VIDEO OUT"
Permits video connection of your unit to a

monitor or another VCR.

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"VHF/UHF OUTPUT"

75-ohm round Cable Connector connects to this

output. Opposite end of cable connects to the
television through the Antenna Splitter (not

supplied).

"AUDIO OUT"

The audio that is supplied to the television is

also available at this jack. It can be connected

to an external amplifier.

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'AUDIO IN"

When this "AUDIO IN" jack, receive audio

signals from a Video Camera or another VCR,

the "INPUT SELECT" button must be in the

"NV" position.

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If you select AN" IA/VI " indicator appears

on

the display.

"VIDEO IN"
For connection from another VCR, video

camera or other video equipment.

RF CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH

Slide the switch to "CH3" or "CH4" to match the

channel selector on your "IV. This is the VCR
channel on your television set.

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"POWER" ON/OFF BU'RON
Press to turn the power on. When the VCR is turned
on, the display window will get brighter. The indicator
will illuminate. To turn the unit off, press the button
again. If the VCR has been programed and the power
is switched OFF, the VCR will go into a timer
recording standby status. (The" (_) " indicators will go

ON.)

POWER

CASSETTE LOADING DOOR

When a cassette is inserted, loading will be

fcompleted automatically and the Cassette

indicator ( _'_ ) will light.

NOTES:

1. Power is turned on automatically when the

cassette is loaded.

2. When a cassette with erase prevention tab
removed is inserted, playback will start
automatically.

("AUTO PLAYBACK FUNCTION")

CAUTION: Do not put your finger or other
objects behind the Cassette Door because of

the risk of injury. Particulary, keep small
children away from the unit.

REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER
This sensor window receives the
signals from the wireless remote

control.

CHANNEL SELECT BUTTONS

You can scan up or down through
all the memorized channels using
the Channel Select buttons (A or

v).

STOP/EJECT BUTTON

If this button is pressed, while the set is
operating, the running of tape stops and all
operating modes are cancelled (except for timer
recording). Press this button to eject a cassette
in the stop mode.
NOTE: Power may be on or off when removing

the cassette.

AUDIO IN JACK

Connect CAMCORDER or other
audio output to this jack for dubbing

or editing functions.

VIDEO IN JACK

Connect CAMCORDER or other video output to
this jack for dubbing or editing functions.

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"REW" REWIND/
"VISUAL SEARCH" REVERSE SEARCH

Press "REW" button during Stop or Fast forward
mode and fast rewinding starts.

" p,_ " indication appears on the Display.
Press the button during playback of tape. The tape
is played back in the rewind direction approximately
15 times faster than the normal speed (EP recorded

tape), 9 times faster than the normal speed (LP

recorded tape) or 5 times faster than the normal
speed (SP recorded tape) to confirm the recorded

contents.
Press "PLAY (x2)" button to return to normal
playback mode or press "STOP" button to stop tape
movement. Sound is muted during "VISUAL
SEARCH" mode.

"FF" FAST FORWARD/

"VISUAL SEARCH" FORWARD SEARCH
Press "FF" button during stop or rewind mode, and
fast forwarding starts.
" F-F " indication appears on the Display.

Press the button during playback of tape. The tape
is played back in the forward i:Jirectionapproximately

15 times faster than the normal speed (EP recorded
tape), 9 times faster than the normal speed(LP

recorded tape) or 5 times faster than the normal
speed (SP recorded tape) to confirm the recorded

content.

Press "PLAY (x2)" button to return to normal

playback mode or press "STOP" button to stop tape

movement. Sound is muted during "VISUAL

SEARCH" mode.

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"REC/ITR" BUTTON

Press this button once to start recording. " _E£ "

appears on the Display.

Press this button twice to activate the Instant Timer
Recording (ITR).

"PLAY (x2)" BU'I-rON

Press the "PLAY (x2)" button. The "PLR_ _"indication
appears on the Display and playback starts. Be sure

the -IV set's channel selector is tuned to Channel 3

or 4 depending on the VCR RF Channel Select

Switch setting ofVCR.

Press "PLAY (x2)" button during playback of tape
and a double speed playback picture of the normal
speed can be seen. Press "PLAY (x2)" button to
return to normal playback mode or press "STOP"
button to stop tape movement. Sound is muted
during the double speed playback mode.

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INDICATORS OF VCR DISPLAY

CASSETTE IN/TAPE RUN INDICATORS

--Cassette-In Indicator
Lights to indicate a cassette is loaded.

--Tape Run Indicators
These indicators indicate the direction anq
speed of tape travel.

• All indicators lit ( - - - )

... The VCR is in the stop mode

• Lit indicators move to the right ( ----_-)

...The tape is advancing in the forward

direction.

• Lit indicators move to the left ( _ )

...The tape is advancing in the rewire

direction.

NOTE: All indicators will not light up at one time.
The indicator panel brightness is increased when
the VCR power is ON and lowered when the

VCR power is OFF.

"TIMER" INDICATOR
Indicates the VCR is in the timer recording stand-by

mode.

"AN" INDICATOR
Illuminates when the "INPUT SELECT" button is

set to "A/V" position. With " _ " indicator lit,
Video and Audio Line input reco-o-T-dingis possible.

REMAINING TAPE TIME

INDICATOR
" _ " lights on the display
along with the remaining

tape time in hour and minut-

es after the "CLOCK/
COUNT/REMAIN" button is

pressed.

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" [-_ " INDICATOR
Illuminates when the "VCR"

is selected by "VCR/TV"

selector. " _ " indicator is

off when "TV" is selected.

TAPE SPEED INDICATORS ( "SP", "LP" and

"EP" )

Indicates the speed selected by the "TAPE

SPEED" button.
NOTE: This VCR is not designed to record in LP

mode.

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INDICATOR

MINUS INDICATOR (-)
The symbol is minus sign

ofthe COUNT indicator.

MEMORY INDICATOR

Indicates when the "CLOCK/COUNT
REMAIN" button is pressed with counter
memory mode.

FUNCTION INDICATORS
Shows the operation mode of VCR (CLOCK, CHANNEL,

PLAY, STILL, REC, EJECT, PAUSE, CUE, REV, STOP,

AN, REW, FF.....etc.)

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SET YOUR TELEVISION TO THE VCH CHANNt::L

1. Set your TV to Channel 3 unless Channel 3 is
one of the TV stations in your area. If Channel 3
is used in your area, set your TV to Channel 4.

The RF Channel Select Switch is located on the

Rear Control Panel. Slide the switch of CH3 or
CH4 to match the channel selector on your TV.

This is the VCR channel on your television set.
Your television receiver must be tuned to this

channel any time a video cassette is played back
on the VCR.

"RF Channel" Select Switch

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may block the invisible light beam and operation

will not be possible.

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"CHANNEL"

Select Button (A or V)

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2. Plug the VCR power cord into a 120V electrical
outlet and press "POWER" ON/OFF button on,
and the "POWER" and " r_ ,, lights will come

on. The clock will show "-- : "
(See "Clock Setting" Instructions on page 28.)

NOTE: When the power is turned on, the
"VCR/TV" selector is switched to the VCR mode

automatically.

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"POWER" ON/OFF Button

3. Select an active TV channel by pressing the
Channel Select button ( • or V) on the VCR or
remote control by aiming it at the front panel of

the VCR. The picture from that channel should

now be displayed on your television.

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4. Fine tune the television for best picture.
NOTE: If both Channel 3 and Channel 4 are in

use in your area, select the one which does not
interfere with the playback picture.

SPECIAL NOTE:

Certain televisio"n receivers with "ELECTRONIC
TUNERS" may require special procedures to tune
Channel 3 or 4. These receivers may not tune to the
VCR channel (3 or 4) because there isn't an active

"IV station on these channels.
In these cases, press VCR "POWER" ON/OFF
button on. Make sure that the " [_ " indication in

the display is on. If the indication is off, press

"VCR/'I-V" selector on the remote control to turn the
" _" indication on. Tune VCR tuner to an active

channel. The television receiver will now tune in to
the VCR channel (Channel 3 or 4). For more

detailed instructions, consult your TV owners
manual.

HOW TO INSTALL THE BATTERIES IN THE

REMOTE CONTROL

NOTES:

1.Be sure to install two

"AAA" size batteries
(not supplied) before

use.

2.Be aware ofthe polarity.

(Remove the protective compartment cover

MBR (Multi Brand Remote) REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control is used for most of the operations and features of the VCR. Before proceeding, install

batteries into the remote and get familiar with the buttons on the remote.
The remote control provided with the VCR may also be used to operate the TV.

Aim the remote control at the receiver on the front
panel of the VCR.

NOTES:

1. An object between the VCR and remote control
SIGNAL TRANSMISSION WINDOW may block the invisible light beam and operation
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You can scan up or down through all the memorized "_"
channels using the Channel Select button (A or V).

NORMAL OPERATION BUTTONS _411=_! _

These buttons (except for "P/STILL" and "STOP"

buttons) function same as the buttons on the front of _"__'_1_

your VCR.

• "PAUSE/STILL" BUTTON
Used in the record or play mode to stop the tape
movement. Press it to cut out station breaks or
unwanted program material. The" REE " appears
on the Display during the RECORD/PAUSE
mode. Press this button again to resume
recording. Pressing this button during the PLAY

mode will cause the tape to stop and fine picture.
" 5]tL L " appears on the Display during the
PLAY/STILL mode. Press the "PLAY (x2)" button

to resume normal playback.
NOTE:After 5 minutes of continuous "PAUSE"

(record mode), the VCR will go into the STOP

mode.

• "STOP" Bu'n'ON

If this button is pressed while the set is operating,

the running of tape stops and all operating modes
are cancelled.

NUMBER BUTTONS "0" THROUGH "9"

Select any channel by pressing two buttons. (Press

"0" and then "8" for channel 8.) The number buttons

are also used for setting the On Screen Pro-
gramming.

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TV PRESET BUTTON
To program the remote control to operate a TV, set
the VCRiTV mode select switch to the "TV" position.

Press the TV PRESET button and hold it down.
While holding down the TV PRESET button, press

one of the NUMBER buttons depending upon the
maker of TV as shown page 20. Then release both
buttons.

NOTES:

eTV/VCR common keys: 0 - 9, channel up/down,

power on/off, 100.

• necessary to select TV or VCR mode with
VCR/TV selector

• Keys only for TV: mute, volume up/down.

• not necessary to select the mode.

The remote control operates most name brand TV's.
But if the TV manufacturers change their TV code
system and or control carrier frequencies, the MBR
remote control may not work.

VCR/'rv MODE SELECT SWITCH
Set to '"VCR" position to operate the VCR.
Set to "TV" positionto operate the TV.
For example, when this switch is set to "VCR"
position and you press the POWER button, you can
turnthe VCR power on and off.
When this switch is set to "TV" position and you
press the POWER button, you can turn the TV
power on and off.

"TAPE SPEED" BUTTON

Changes tape speed in the recording mode.

Record and playback time is as follows:

"TAPESPEED"

Indicator

SP

LP

EP

Video Cassette

T-60 T-120 T-160

60 min. 120 min. 160 min.

120rain. 240 min. 320 rain.
180 rain. 360 min. 480 min.

In the playback mode, tape speed is automatically
selected to match the recording speed.

NOTE: This VCR is not designed to record in LP

mode.

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TV CONTROL BUTTONS
These buttons control the TV volume up/down and

muting.

• MUTE BUTTON

To turn the sound off. Press again and the sound
will return.

• VOLUME BUTTONS (UP/DOWN)

Press either VOLUME UP(A) or DOWN(V)
button to change the sound level.

"EJECT" BUTTON

Press this button to eject a cassette which is loaded __--_=_n=,=_ m

in the VCR.
NOTE: If this button is pressed, even when the VCR

is turned off, the power willturn on automatically and
the cassette will be ejected and then the power will
be turned off automatically. (This automatic function
eliminates the need for pressing "POWER" ON/OFF

button.)

VCR Plus+ BUTTON

Press the VCR Plus+ button to display the program
menu on the TV screen for the VCR Plus + pro-

gramming.

"VCR/TV" SELECTOR
Selects the program for viewing on your TV. The
"VCR" position (appears the " r_ " indication)

supplies a signal to your TV on Channel 3 or 4

depending on the RF Channel Select Switch setting.
With the PLAY (x2) button pressed, the recorded
tape program is supplied to the TV. With the

"REC/ITR" button on the VCR or on the remote

control pressed, the "IV will display the program as it

is being recorded. The TV position (the

r_ indication is off) is used for regular TV

operation when the VCR is not being used. This

position also allows you to record one channel while
viewing another.

NOTES:

• When the power is turned on, the VCR/TV

selector is switched to the VCR mode

automatically.

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mode when "PLAY (x2)" button is pressed.

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Used to add or erase a selected channel memory.

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"100" BUTTON
Use to select TV channels with number 100 or

above. Press "100", "2" and "3" in this order to select
channel 123.

Press "100", "0" and "5" for channel 105.

INPUT SELECT BUTTON (TU/AV)

TUNER: (TU)
To record signals coming from the built-in tuner

(Video and Audio).

AUDIO/VIDEO: (AV)
To record signals coming from the VIDEO IN and

AUDIO IN terminals.

NOTE: This VCR can be used as an Audio deck

when INPUT Select button is in AV position.

VISS/TIME BUTTON
VISS-Press this button once to enter the VISS

function mode.
TIME-Press this button twice to enter the TIME

search mode.

"SLOW" BUTTONS
Press "SLOW" • or • button during play mode

and the tape is played back in the forward direction
about 1/6 to 1/32 times slower than the normal
speed (SP or EP recorded tape). When you press
"SLOW •" (down) button, the speed becomes
slower. When you press "SLOW •" (up) button, the
speed becomes faster.

FRAME ADVANCE BU'I-rON

While viewing a still picture, press this button to
advance a picture one frame at a time.

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