Toshiba W-605 Owner’s Manual

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Video Cassette Recorder

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsutated "dangerous voltage" within the product's en-

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKI DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK l` Itio USERSERVIC_ABLE

PARTS INSID_. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE P_RSO_NEL.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RiSK OF FiRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE

THiS APPLIANCE TO RAiN

OR MOISTURE. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT iNSIDE THE ENCLOSURE. DO NOT OPEN THE CABINET. REFER SERVICING TO QUALI-

FIED PERSONNEL ONLY.

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WiDE

SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

Product Name: Video Cassette Recorder Model Number: W-605

FCC Notice: 'Declaration of Corformity".

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful Interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation,

Contact: Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc.

Address: 1420 Toshiba Drive, Lebanon, TN 37087

Telephone: 615-449-2360

User Installer Caution: Changes or modification made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba Corporation or parties authorized by Toshiba Corporation could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

Note to CATV system installer." This reminder is provided to call the CAW system instaler's attenton to AAicle 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.

closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to per-

SORS, The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and malnie-

nance (servicing) instructions in the literatu re accompanying the appNanca,

it is permissible to record television programs, film, video tapes and other material only

in the event that third party copyrights and other rights are not violated.

In the spaces provided below, record the Model and Serial No. located at the rear of your video

cassette recorder.

Model No.

Serial No ...............................................................................

Retain this information for future reference.

IMPORTANT

Save Originel Packing Materials

The original shipping carton and packing materials will come in handy if you ever have to ship your VCR. For maximum protection, repack the set as it was originally packed at the factory.

Avoid Velalile Liquid

Do not use volatile liquids, such as an insect spray, near the unit. De not leave rubber or plastic products touching the unit for a long time. They wilt mar the

finish.

Moisture Condensation

Never operate this unit immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. When the VCR is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the cylinder inside, one of its most crucial internal parts. To prevent the VCR from possible damage, do not use the unit for at least 2 hours when there is an extreme or sudden change in temperature.

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This video cassette recorder (VCR) is compatible

mark. HQ VHS equipment is also compatible with existing, non-HQ VHS equ pmen{_.... j

As an ENERGYSTAR ® Partner, TOSHIBA has determined that this product or product model meets the ENERGYSTAR®guidelines for energy efficiency.

C°mpatibllitwfthY any other VCR bearing the [_f_

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION: PLEASE READ AND OBSERVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

GIVEN IN THiS OWNER'S MANUAL AND THOSE MARKED ON THE UNIT, RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE,

This set has been designed and manufactured to assure persona{ safety, Improper use can result in electric shock or fire hazard. The safeguards incorporated in this unit will protect you if you observe the following procedures for installation, use and servicing. This unit is

fully transistorized and does not contain any pads that can be repaired by the user. DO NOT REMOVE THE CABINET COVER, OR YOU MAY BE EXPOSED TO DANGEROUS VOLTAGE. REFER SERViCiNG TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

ONLY.

1. Read owneds manual After unpacking this product, read the owner's manual carefully, and folIow all

the operating and other instructions.

Power Sources

This product should be operated only from the b/pc of power source indicated on the marking label if you are not sure of the type of power suppty to your

home, consu_ year product dealer or lecal power company For products ieteoded to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instruclions.

Grounding or Polarization This product may be equipped with a potadzed atternaling current Hne plug (a ptug having one Made wider than the other). This p!ug will fit into the power outlet onty 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 outleL Do not defeat the safely purpose of the polarized pksg

Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure

reliable operation of the product and to protect itfrom overheating, and these openings must not be btocked or covered. The openings should never be

Mocked 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 manufacturers instructions have

been adhered to.

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

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

6_ 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.

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Cleaning Unplug this product from the walt outlet before cleaning. Do not use tiquid cleaners or aerosoI cleaners, Use a damp c!oth for cleaning.

Power-Cord Protection Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not mikelyto 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.

9. Overloading Do not overload wail outtets extension cords, or integral convenience recep- tacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

!& OutdoorAntenea 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

re{rage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 ofthe National Electrical Code; ANSi/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting

structure, grounding d the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size d grounding conductors, location o4 antennaodischarge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the

grounding electrode.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNO_NG AS PER

NA_IONAL E_ECTRiCAL c_E

WIRE

ELECTRODE SYeTM (NEe A_T 250, PART H)

NEe NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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11. Power Unes An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of ovetheed 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 }ines or circuits as contact with _hem m_ght be fatal

mMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

12, Lightning

For added protection for this product durng storm, or when t is le_ unattended and unused for long pedods of time, unplug it from the wa_l outlet and

disconnect the antenna or cable system, This will prevent damage to the product due to Jghtning and powerqine surges

13.

Obiect and Liquid Entry Never pusb objects of any kind rite this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shor_-out parfs that could resutt n a fra or electric shock, Never sptl liquid of any k_nd on the prodo_:t,

14. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may osuee hazards

15, Accessories

Do not place this product on an unstable oarf, stand_ tripod, bracket or table

The product tray fall, causing serious }niury to a child or adult, and serous damage to the preduct Use on_y with a cart stand, tripod, bracket; or tabte

recommended by the mar_ufacturer or sold with the prodec:L Any recounting of

the product sfloud fol_ow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a

mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer

A product and @rf combination should be moved with care, Q_ick stops, excessive force, arid uneven sudaces may cause the product and cart

combination to oveRurn_

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Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product frem [he wa_l outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, b) If _iquid has been spil_ed, or objects have fallen into the prod[_ct, c) If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) If the product does not operate normally by foI{owing the operating iestructions. Adiust onty those

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

product to its norma_ operation, e) If ff_e product has been drop_ or damaged in any way, f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance _this indies]as a need for service,

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Servc ng Do not attempt to service this product yourseff as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualif ed service personnel

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Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the set€ice technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part, Unauthorized

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

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Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the pn)duct is in proper

operating send}rice

_NTRODUCTtON

Provides irr_portaet notes arid general

e×p_anation ol the VCR, including names of the butlons, jacks, ete_

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................... 2

_MPORTANT PRECAUTIONS ............. 3

I_,_PORTANT SAFETY

iNSTRUCTiONS ................................... 4

Contents .............................................. 7

_dentifieation of Contro{s ................... 8

, Front Panel

• Remote Control

• VCR Display , Rear Pane_

PREPAI_ATION

Expaieswhatyour_eedtodo beforeoperating

the VCR,

ROWto Use the Remote Control, ..... 10

Connections ...................................... 11

Auto Set Up ....................................... 13

Initial Settings USing On-screen

Display ............................................... !4

Optiona_ settings on the SET UP

screen

Setting the Clock

Storing Channels on the VCR .......... t8

Video Cassette Use .......................... 18

Variable Speed Playback ................. 20

oPicture Search , Stil} Picture

- Frame Advance Stow-motion Picture

Ueefut Functions in Tape

Operation ........................................... 22

Counter Function

• Tape Remaining Time Memory Stop Feature

RECORDING

Exp_a ns recording functions,

Recording a TV Program .................. 24

• Basic Recording

, Watching a TV program while

recording another

, Skipping unnecessary scenes while

recording

, Recording off time setting

Timer Program Recording ............... 25

VCR Plus+ System Set-op ............... 28

VCR Plus+ System Recording ......... 30

MTS Broadcast Compatibillty .......... 32

PLAYBACK

Exp_aiesvariablefunctionsconcerning pl_back.

P_ayback ............................................ 19

, Basic Pmayback , Double Speed Playback

This manual shows the names of buttons in italics,

POWER

LINE IN V{DEOje,ok _LINE IN 2 AUDtO

(L/MONO,R) jacks

VCR POWER

VCR

EJECT

N__

SP/SLP

REW

SLOW

REC

VCR PLUS+

TRK RESET

TRACKING

TV POWER INPUT SELECT

DISPLAY COUNT RESET

REMAI_R

A,SELECT TV/VCR

CH TV VOL

PLAY FF

PAUSE/S "ElLL

STOP TIMER

ENTER

PROG

CANCEL

SL OW TRK

JOG/SHUTTLE DiAL

Cassette indicator

Timer recording indicator

REC (Recording) indicator

VCR indicator

Tape speed indicator (SP/SLP) Multifunctional

indicator

LINE OUT AUDIO jacks (L, R)

STEREO indicator

HioFi indicator

SAP indicator

HFFi (L/R} indicators L: Left channel

R:Right channel

off: Normal track

RF IN (FROM ANT.) terminal

RF OUT (TO TV) terminat

LiNE _N1AUDIO (Rear), 2 (Front) jacks If the connected equipment is monaural (has one audio output jack), connect the L (MONO) side, the same

sound is recorded on both L and R on the Hi-Fi track,

Open the battery compartment Jid on the

rear panel

Instat_2 batteries ("AAA" size) following

the potarity diagrams,

Close the battery compartment W.

Point the remote controJ at the VCR and press the buttons within the operating range. Distance: within about 7 m from the front of the remote sensor

Angles: within about 30 in every direction

N_es en batt_eries

The life of the batteries is about 1 year

depending on the conditions of use,

,, if the remote contro_ does not operate correctly,

replace a_lbalteries with new one& If the remote contro_ is noLto be used for' a long perked of time, remove the batteries to

avoid possible damage from battery corrosion,

CQrlrl_ for the remote ¢ontroJ

De not expose the remote sensor of the VCR to a strong light source such as direct sunlight or illumination (especially high4requency

lighting) when using the remote control

Be careful r_otto spill water on the remote control or to piece it on anything wet, and avoid sharp impacts

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nec.'ons

_ re you use this VCR, it is necessary to connect it to your TV. Several ways of connecting are

ava labte depending on you_ use of TV or cable bo×_ Select one which is appticab}e to your equipment.

Disconnect the antenna cable from your TV and connect it to the RF IN termina! on the

VCR

Connect the N_ OUT termina_ to the TV. :_

cornbinsos antenna _ olt_y

_tttng the VCR Output Chaer_e! Yfhen the VCR is connected in thisway, the VCR sends the outp_Jt (notsu_:_,_ied}

sgeals to chaenei 3 or 4 on your TV. Set the output channel _lector (OH selector) d the VCR to "3" or "4", wh chever is vacant

your area_

7he AUDIO!V_DEO jacks are a_so avai_aMe to connect your TV

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When cennected y@elrTV USlm 9 1the

AUD|O/VtD_O OUT iecks

To watch video pictures, set the video input mode on your TV_ For the video input mode, refer to the maeua_ of your TV.

Choose one of the beJow according to your usage of the cable box

- record an unscrambled channel

- watch an unscrambled channel while recording it.

- record an unscrambled channel while watching another (on_y when you connect a cable compatible TV},

Ye_ w_H nee8 _

• select TV channe_ 3 or 4 to receive video signals.

• to record a channel whi_e watching another, press

"P,//VOR on the remote cor_trol to turn off the

"VCR" indicator in the VCR display and select a

desired channel on the T%_ (only when you connect a cable-compatible TV).

Connections (con#nued)

incoming cabJe t_

A/B switch

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The5set-up wl|| enab|e you _oo

record art unscrarob_ed channel watch an unscrarobled channet while recording it.

- record an unscrarobled channel wh{le watching another (scrart¢oled or unscrarob_ed).

You wiH need _:

. set TV channel to the output channel of the cable

box.

turn on the cable box and select cable chann_ 3 or 4 according to the output channel of the VCR.

, to record a channel while watching enother_

press TV/VCR on the remote controWto turn o_ the "VCR" indicator in the VCR display and seed a desired cable channel on the cable box.

This 5at-up w_J| eaeb|e you _:

- watch an unscrambled or 5crsrnbted channe! while recording it.

- reoord any channels through the cable box.

You wiU need _:

. set TV channel 3 or 4 to receive video signals.

(See page 11.)

• set VCR char_nel to the eu_ut channel of the cable box, and select a desked cable channel on the cable box.

• while the VCR is turned off or the "VCR" indicator is not lit in the VCR disp}ay, set TV

channe_ to the output channet of the cable box.

This set-up w_|J enable you to:

- watch an unscrambled or scrambled channel

wh_le recording it

- record an unscrarobled channe_ wh{_ewatching another unscrambled channe_ (enVywhen you

connect a cab_e_compatib[e TV)

: unscrambledchannet which

comes bypassing the cable box.

A/B switch "B': record and watch a sc_arob%d

or unscrambled channel coming through the cabte box.

Thi_ sef-_p wW enable you _:

- watch or record a channel through the cable box via the LINE IN 1 (AUDtO/VIDEO) jacks.

You wiff need t_:

. press_NPOTSELECTsothat_heVORdisp_ay

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