Toshiba VTV1555 User Guide

MODEL VTV1555 USER GUIDE

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Combination 15" TV/

Video Recorder

FASTEXT

IMPORTANT

Unauthorized recording of copyright television programmes, films, video tapes and other materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.

MAINS SUPPLY

This unit is designed to operate from AC 230~240V 50Hz household mains supply. This unit is supplied with an approved 13 amp (BS 1363) fused mains plug. When replacing the fuse

always use a 5 amp (BS 1362) approved type. If the mains sockets in your home differ or are not suitable for the type of plug supplied, then the plug should be cut from the mains lead and a suitable type fitted.

WARNING: If the mains plug is cut from the mains lead of this appliance the plug must be destroyed. A mains plug with bared wires is hazardous if engaged in a mains output line socket.

You must use a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) and fit a 5 amp fuse (BS 1362). If any other type of plug is used a 5 amp fuse must be fitted, either in the plug, adaptor or at the distribution board.

WIRING INSTRUCTIONS

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE — NEUTRAL BROWN — LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of the appliance may not correspond to the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. No connection is to be made to the Earth (E, ) terminal.

This TV/VTR is equipped with HQ (High Quality) recording capability. A built-in detail enhancer is used to boost the recorded signal for cleaner, sharper images and maximum picture playback.

VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.

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FEATURES

• Auto Set Up (Channel and Clock)

• FASTEXT Function

• 1 Month, 8 Programmes Timer

• One-Touch Timer Recording (OTR)

• 30 Minutes Back Up

• Real Time Tape Counter with Zero Return

• NTSC Playback (PAL 60Hz)

• Picture Control Adjustments

• TV Monitor

• VIDEO Plus+

Recording System

• Video Index Search System

• Digital Auto Tracking

• PDC (Programme Delivery Control)

• ON/OFF Timer

• Auto Power On/Auto Play

• Auto Rewind/Auto Eject

• Dual Picture Search

• 2 Speed (SP/LP) Record/ Playback

• Sleep Timer

• Auto Repeat Play

• Twin Tuner

CONTENTS

PREPARATION

SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT ...................................................................... 2

PRECAUTIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 3

LOCATION OF CONTROLS................................................................................................................................. 5

REMOTE CONTROL ............................................................................................................................................ 6

AERIAL CONNECTIONS...................................................................................................................................... 8

TV OPERATION

AUTO SET UP .......................................................................................................................................................9

MANUAL CLOCK SETTING ................................................................................................................................10

MANUAL TUNING ...............................................................................................................................................11

TV OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................13

PICTURE CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS ...............................................................................................................15

TO SET THE ON TIMER .....................................................................................................................................17

TO SET THE OFF TIMER....................................................................................................................................18

PLAYBACK

LOADING AND UNLOADING THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE ...........................................................................19

PLAYBACK ..........................................................................................................................................................21

SPECIAL PLAYBACK ..........................................................................................................................................23

RECORDING

RECORDING A TV PROGRAMME .....................................................................................................................25

VIDEO PLUS+ TIMER RECORDINGS................................................................................................................27

TIMER RECORDING ...........................................................................................................................................29

OTHER FUNCTIONS FOR TIMER RECORDING...............................................................................................31

ONE-TOUCH TIMER RECORDING (OTR) .........................................................................................................32

OTHER FUNCTIONS

USING THE REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER ........................................................................................................33

USING ZERO RETURN.......................................................................................................................................34

VIDEO INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM (INDEX)........................................................................................................35

DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE...........................................................................................................................36

FASTEXT .............................................................................................................................................................37

BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE.....................................................................................................................39

RECEPTION DISTURBANCE .............................................................................................................................41

SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................................................Back cover

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SOME DOS AND DON'TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT

This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. So, please read the points below for your own safety. They are of a general nature, intended to help you with all your electronic consumer products and some points may not apply to the goods you have just purchased.

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DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment. DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and inter-

connections between the pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug before making or changing connections. DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equipment. DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment

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DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages. DON'T obstruct the ventilation openings of the equipment with items such as newspapers,

tablecloths, curtains, etc. Overheating will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment. DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to dripping or splashing, or objects filled with liquids, such as vases, to be placed on the equipment. DON'T place hot objects or naked flame sources such as lighted candles or nightlights on, or close to equipment. High temperatures can melt plastic and lead to fires. DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws - to ensure complete safety always fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions. DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements of traffic safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving. DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing. DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is designed for unattended operation or has a stand-by mode. Switch off using the switch on the equipment and make sure that your family know how to do this. Special arrangements may need to be made for infirm or handicapped people. DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is damaged in any way -switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.

ABOVE ALL

---NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the case - this could result in a fatal electrical shock;

---NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind

---it is better to be safe than sorry! *************

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PRECAUTIONS

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

If the unit is suddenly moved from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may form inside the unit. In this case, do not operate it for at least three hours.

WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION?

When cold water is poured into a glass, for, example, water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of the glass. This is called moisture condensation.

MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING CASES;

• When you move the unit from a cold to a warm place.

• After heating a cold room or under extremely humid conditions.

IF YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDITIONS;

Plug the AC cord to AC outlet, set the Main Power Switch to ON and leave the unit at the room temperature until moisture condensation disappears. Depending on the surrounding conditions, this may take two or three hours.

Head Drum

Video Tape

VENTILATION SPACE

Do not block the ventilation holes. Place the unit at least 10 cm away from the walls for good air circulation.

10cm

Under certain conditions, such as low humidity or walking across wool carpet, you may experience a static discharge when touching the TV/VTR. If this happens and it fails to function, follow the procedure below.

Un-plug the TV/VTR from the AC outlet.

Wait for static charge to disappear, this may take two or three hours.

Re-plug the unit again.

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PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED)

Avoid extreme moisture and dust.

Do not spray cleaner or wax directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.

Avoid extreme heat and cold.

Place the unit on a flat, stable, level surface, and never subject it to violent shaking or any other shock or impact.

Do not place the unit on or near appliances which may cause electromagnetic interference eg. TV or hi-fi speakers, etc. Doing so may affect operation of unit causing erratic playing or recording, picture or sound distortion, or noise.

When you leave your home for a long period of time, unplug the AC mains lead.

When you finish operating the unit, always unload the cassette and turn off the power.

To protect the unit during a thunder storm, unplug the AC mains lead from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS

REARFRONT

3 4 6 7

8 95

AV-IN 2

DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

FRONT:

1. Cassette Loading Slot - To insert or remove a

video tape.

2. Main Power switch - Turn the TV/VTR power on or off completely.

3. ON (

4. STANDBY ( ) Indicator - Lights when the Main

Power switch is turned on.

5. TIMER (

the TIMER REC buttons are pressed.

6. REW (Rewind) Button - In the Stop mode, this button rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the Play mode, this button activates reverse search.

7. PLAY Button - Press to play a prerecorded tape.

8. REC/OTR Button - Press once to start normal

recording. Additional presses activate One-T ouch T imer Recording.

9. CHANNEL / Buttons - Press to select a channel for viewing or recording.

10. Remote Sensor - Signals from the Remote Control are received here.

) Button - Press to turn the TV/VTR on or off.

) REC Indicator - This lights up when

AERIAL

AV1

17 18

11. REC/OTR Indicator - Lights when the TV/VTR is recording.

12. STOP/EJECT Button - Press once to stop the tape in any mode. Press again to eject the tape.

13. FF (Fast Forward) Button - In the Stop mode, this button rapidly winds the tape forward. In the Play mode, this button activates forward search.

14. VOLUME / Buttons - Press to raise or lower the volume of the sound.

15. AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks - Audio and video signal cables from an external source can be connected here.

16. PHONES socket - Plug monaural headphones or an earphone with a 3.5 mm miniplug into this socket for private listening.

REAR:

17. 21 pin SCART socket - Scart lead from an external

source can be connected here.

18. Aerial socket - Connect an outdoor aerial to this socket.

19. MAINS LEAD - Connect to a 230~240V, 50Hz AC outlet.

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REMOTE CONTROL

SLEEP

CALL 0 / AV MUTE

COUNTER

RESET

RETURN

VIDEO PLUS+/

PROGRAM

87 9

ZERO

SP/LP

INDEX

SUB PAGE

ENTER/

HOLD

321

654

ON/

STANDBYTV MONI.

CH/PAGE/TR

VOLUME

ATR

REVEAL

CANCEL/

F/T/B

7 8

PLAY

FFREW

MENU PAUSE/STILL

STOP

TEXT/MIX/TV

TIMER

REC

REC/OTR

EJECT

DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

1. TV MONI. Button - Use to temporarily view a TV

channel selected on the TV/VTR while in the playback or recording.

2. Direct Channel Selection Buttons (0-9) - Allows direct access to any channel.

3. CALL Button - Displays the present time/day of the week, channel, counter, speed selection (and VTR mode if VTR is playing) on the TV screen.

4. ZERO RETURN Button - Use to stop the tape when the counter reaches 00:00:00.

5. SP/LP Button - Sets the tape speed for recording.

6. REW (Rewind) Button - In the Stop mode, this

button rapidly winds the tape backwards. In the Play mode, this button activates reverse search. Use to go backward the tape one frame at a time during still playback. Use to set or adjust in the menu mode.

7. MENU Button - Press to display the On-Screen menu function.

8. REC/OTR Buttons - Press once to start normal recording. Additional presses activate One-touch Timer Recording.

9. CH/PAGE/TR Buttons - Press the

button to

change to higher numbered channel set into memory. Press the button to change to lower numbered channel set into memory. During playback, they are use to adjust tracking manually. Or use to utilize the Fastext.

10. MUTE Button - Press to turn off the sound. Press again to turn the sound back on.

11. ATR (Auto Tracking) REVEAL Button - Automatic adjustment of tracking to minimize picture noise during playback. Or use to utilize the Fastext.

12. CANCEL F/T/B Button - Use to clear the selected program or use to utilize the Fastext.

SLEEP

87 9

CALL 0 / AV MUTE

COUNTER

ZERO

RESET

RETURN

VIDEO PLUS+/

SP/LP

PROGRAM

INDEX

SUB PAGE

ENTER/

HOLD

321

654

ON/

STANDBYTV MONI.

CH/PAGE/TR

VOLUME

ATR

REVEAL

CANCEL/

F/T/B

PLAY

FFREW

MENU PAUSE/STILL

STOP

TEXT/MIX/TV

TIMER

REC

REC/OTR

EJECT

13. FF (Fast Forward) Button - In the Stop mode, this button rapidly winds the tape forward. In the Play mode, this button activates forward search. Use to

forward the tape one frame at a time during still

go playback. Use to set or adjust in the menu mode.

14. PAUSE/STILL Button - During recording, this button temporarily stops the tape. During playback, it stops the tape and displays a still image on the TV screen.

15. TEXT/MIX/TV Button - Press the TEXT/MIX/TV button to select fastext operation.

16. SLEEP Button - Sets the TV to turn off automatically after up to 120 minutes.

17. AV Button - Select input signal source when recording from an external unit.

18. COUNTER RESET Button - Use to reset the counter to 00:00:00.

19. VIDEO PLUS+/PROGRAM Button - Press to confirm the programmed timer recording and ON/OFF timer or use to utilize the VIDEO Plus+ timer recordings.

20. PLAY Button - Press to play a prerecorded tape. Use to set or adjust in the menu mode.

21. STOP Button - Press once to stop the tape. Use to set or adjust in the menu mode.

22. EJECT Button - Press to eject the tape.

23. ON/STANDBY Button - Press to turn the TV/VTR

on. Press again to turn the TV/VTR off.

24. VOLUME ▲ / ▼ Buttons - Press the ▲ button to increase, or the ▼ button to decrease the volume level.

25. INDEX SUB PAGE Button - Use to search for the INDEX mark or use to utilize the Fastext.

26. ENTER/HOLD Button - Use to enter information in the menu mode or use to utilize the Fastext.

27. TIMER REC Buttons - Use to set the TV/VTR to start recording at a preset time.

28. FOUR COLOURED FASTEXT Buttons - Press one of the button to access the Fastext information (See page 37 for details).

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

Open the battery compartment cover.

Install two “AAA/R03/UM-4” (penlight size) batteries.

Replace the cover.

BATTERY CAUTIONS

• Use two "AAA/R03/UM-4" size penlight batteries for the remote control transmitter.

• The batteries may last approximately one year depending on how much the remote control is used. For best

performance it is recommended batteries be replaced on a yearly basis, or when remote operation becomes erratic.

• Do not throw your batteries into a fire. Dispose your batteries in a designated disposal area.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Weak batteries can leak and severely damage the remote control transmitter. Always remove batteries as

soon as they become weak.

EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER

NOTES: •When direct sunlight, an incandescent lamp, fluorescent lamp or any other strong light shines on the

remote sensor, the remote operation may be unstable.

•When there is an obstacle between the TV/VTR and the transmitter, the remote control transmitter may

not operate.

•When using the remote control, press the button at intervals of about 1 second to ensure the correct

mode of operation.

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AERIAL CONNECTIONS

Connect an aerial to the aerial socket at the rear panel as shown below. For all aerial circuit problems, please consult your local dealer.

(A)

(B)

AERIAL

Wall Socket

(A)

INDOOR AERIAL

A loop aerial is supplied with the unit. Insert the aerial holder into the mounting hole on the back cabinet until it locks into place. Insert the aerial adaptor (supplied) to the aerial socket. Adjust the angle of the loop aerial to receive the best possible picture.

(B) EXTERNAL AERIAL

The type of aerial required depends on the position of your home, it's distance from the transmitter and local interference. If you do not have an aerial and you are uncertain of what to buy, you should seek the advice of a local aerial contractor.

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AERIAL

AV1

Aerial socket

AUTO SET UP

When first connected to the mains electricity supply the VTR will automatically search and store TV stations in memory and also set the clock. Make sure an aerial lead is connected from your household aerial (page 8). You must follow the instructions on this page carefully. Your TV/VTR will not function properly until Auto Set Up has been completed.

What is Auto Setup

• The AUTO SET UP feature makes installing your TV/VTR easy. It automatically searches and tunes all available TV Stations and stores them in your TV/VTR, it then sets the correct time and date.

• During a power failure or disconnection of the mains lead, the clock and all its programmed setting will remain in the memory for 30 minutes. If the power failure is longer than 30 minutes you will have to reset the present time.

Make sure an aerial lead is connected from your household aerial or cable box (if you subscribe to a cable service). Plug your TV/VTR into a mains socket.

Press MAIN POWER switch on the TV/VTR. The STANDBY indicator on the TV/VTR will light

up.

NOTES: • To re-start AUTO SET UP, press and hold CHANNEL and buttons on the TV/VTR together for

more than a few seconds.

• Once you conduct AUTO SET UP, the previous settings will be cancelled.

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Press ON ( ) button on the TV/VTR. The STANDBY indicator on the TV/VTR turns off.

(After the AC main is switched on, wait for about 5 seconds before pressing the ON button.) "AUTO TUNING" appears on the screen. Your TV/VTR is now automatically tuning in all available TV stations and setting the correct time and date. If the desired TV stations could not be preset, set the channels manually. See page 11. If the clock could not be set, set the clock manually. See page 10.

AUTO TUNING

MANUAL CLOCK SETTING

STOP

You must set the correct time and date on your TV/VTR before you make Timer recordings. You should only need to set the time manually if it was not set during Auto Set Up.

EXAMPLE: Setting the clock to 11:30, 29th March, 2003.

Press the MENU button. Press the or button to select the CLOCK SET mode, then press the ENTER button.

PLAY

STOP

ENTER/

HOLD

TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT OFF CH TUNING TV SETUP CLOCK SET

SELECT

: ENTER

ENTER

: MENU

EXIT

MENU PAUSE/STILL

TEXT/MIX/TV

STOP

TIMER REC

EJECT

REC/OTR

VIDEO PLUS+/ PROGRAM

PLAY

FFREW

CALL O / AV MUTE

COUNTER RESET

ZERO

RETURN

SP/LP

ENTER/

HOLD

Press the or button to select the current date, then press the button.

879

SUB PAGE

INDEX

VOLUME

REVEAL

ATR

CANCEL/ F/T/B

654

FFREW

SLEEP

321

CH/PAGE/TR

STANDBYTV MONI.

ON/

STOP

CLOCK SET

DAY MONTH YEAR TIME AUTO TIME ON

SELECT

SET

:/ 0-9

: ENTER

29 TUE

2002

0:00

EXIT

: MENU

Set the month, year and hour in the same way as in step 2.

NOTES:

FFREW

CLOCK SET

SELECT SET

During a power failure or disconnection of the mains lead the clock and all its programmed setting will

•

STOP

29 SAT

DAY

MONTH

2003

YEAR TIME

11: 00

AUTO TIME ON

: :/ 0-9

EXIT

: ENTER

: MENU

remain in the memory for 30 minutes. If the power failure is longer than 30 minutes you will have to reset the present time. If you want to correct the digits while setting, press the button until the item you want to correct, then

•

press the

or button to correct the desired setting.

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Press or button to select current minute, then

press the button. The time and date will be displayed.

FFREW

CLOCK SET

SELECT SET OK

29 SAT

DAY

MONTH

2003

YEAR TIME

11: 30

AUTO TIME ON

: :/ 0-9

EXIT

: ENTER

2 3 4

: MENU

Press or button to select ON. Your TV/VTR automatically corrects the clock setting every hour once you set AUTO TIME to ON. Press MENU button to return to normal TV screen.

FFREW

CLOCK SET

SELECT SET

29 SAT

DAY

MONTH

2003

YEAR TIME

11: 30

AUTO TIME ON

: :

EXIT

: ENTER

: MENU

MANUAL TUNING

You should only need to manually tune channels on your TV/VTR if the Auto Set Up missed one station or you wish to tune.

• Make sure that the MAIN POWER switch on the front

panel is pushed in (ON). (The STANDBY (

) indicator lights up.)

• Press the ON ( ) button to turn on the TV/VTR.

(The STANDBY (

) indicator goes off.)

MENU PAUSE/STILL

REC/OTR

EJECT

STOP

Press the MENU button. Press the or button to select the CH TUNING mode, then press the ENTER button.

ENTER/

VIDEO PLUS+/ PROGRAM

PLAY

FFREW

CALL O/ AV MUTE

COUNTER RESET

ZERO

RETURN

SP/LP

PLAY

STOP

SLEEP

STANDBYTV MONI.

87 9

SUB PAGE

INDEX

ENTER/

HOLD

REVEAL

CANCEL/ F/T/B

321

654

CH/PAGE/TR

VOLUME

ATR

HOLD

TIMER REC SET AUTO REPEAT OFF CH TUNING TV SETUP CLOCK SET

SELECT

: ENTER

ENTER

: MENU

EXIT

ON/

TIMER

TEXT/MIX/TV

REC

Press the button to search up the waveband or button to search down the waveband. Each time a station is found the search will stop. Press or button to continue searching until the station you want is found. When the cursor stops flashing press ENTER button to store the station you have selected.

ENTER/

FFREW

HOLD

SEARCH EXIT

: :/ F.TUNE : MENU

CH 1

SEARCH OK

: / F.TUNE : ENTER

EXIT : MENU

CH 1

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MANUAL TUNING (CONTINUED)

If you cannot get a clear picture, press the or button until the picture becomes clear. When you have a clear crisp picture store this setting by pressing ENTER button.

ENTER/

HOLD

PLAY

STOP

: / F.TUNE

EXIT

: MENU

3 4

EJECT

MENU PAUSE/STILL

REC/OTR

CH 1

STOP

Press the or button to select your required channel number (1-80).

Press ENTER button to store the channel number.

ENTER/

HOLD

PLAY

STOP

: / 0-9

OKCH: ENTER

SLEEP

STANDBYTV MONI.

ON/

VIDEO PLUS+/ PROGRAM

PLAY

FFREW

CALL O/ AV MUTE

COUNTER RESET

ZERO

RETURN

SP/LP

87 9

SUB PAGE

INDEX

ENTER/

HOLD

REVEAL

CANCEL/ F/T/B

321

654

CH/PAGE/TR

VOLUME

ATR

CH 1

EXIT : MENU

TIMER

TEXT/MIX/TV

REC

The TV/VTR channels can be preset to different TV broadcast channels at anytime simply repeat

steps 2-4.

When all required stations have been set, press the MENU button repeatedly to return to normal TV screen.

To skip a channel

If you wish to skip an unwanted channel when using CH/PAGE/TR or button, press CANCEL button when the channel is displayed. To cancel the skip function, select the channel with the number buttons then press CANCEL button.

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