Toshiba W-706 User Manual

Video Cassette Recorder

W-706

OWNER’S MANUAL

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This publication is printed
on recycled paper

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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 uninsu­lated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.

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 appliance.

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
QUALIFIED 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-706

FCC Notice: “Declaration of Conformity”
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, TN37087
Telephone: [phone]

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 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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IMPORT ANT PRECAUTIONS

Save Original 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 Volatile Liquid

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

Compatibility

This video cassette recorder (VCR) is compatible with any other VCR bearing the
mark. HQ VHS equipment is also compatible with existing, non-HQ VHS equipment.

INTRODUCTION

Copyright

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.

As an E

NERGY STAR

product model meets the E

®

Partner, TOSHIBA has determined that this product or

NERGY STAR

®

guidelines for energy efficiency.

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.

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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 personal 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 parts 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 owner’s manual

After unpacking this product, read the owner’s manual carefully, and follow all
the operating and other instructions.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

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

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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.

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

8. 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.

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

10. 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 and 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.

INTRODUCTION

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE

GROUND
CLAMP

ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)

S2898A

ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

11. 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.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS

12. Lightning

For added protection for this product during 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.

13. 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.

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

15. 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.

S3125A

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service 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.

19. 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.

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Contents

INTRODUCTION

Provides important notes and general
explanation of the VCR, including names of the
buttons, jacks, etc.

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

IMPORT ANT PRECAUTIONS.............. 3

IMPORT ANT SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS................................... 4

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

Identification of Controls ................... 8

• Front Panel

• Remote Control

• VCR Display

• Rear Panel

INTRODUCTION

Variable Speed Playback.................. 21

• Picture Search

• Still Picture

• Slow-motion Picture

• Frame Advance

• Double Speed Playback

• Shuttle Dial Operation

Useful Functions in T ape

Operation........................................... 23

• Counter Function

• Tape Remaining Time

• Index Search Function

RECORDING

Explains recording functions.

PREPARATION

Explains what you need to do before operating
the VCR.

How to Use the Remote Control ...... 10

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

Auto Set Up ....................................... 14

Initial Settings Using On-screen

Display ............................................... 15

• Setting the Language

• Optional settings on the SET UP
screen

• Setting the Clock

Storing Channels on the VCR .......... 17

Video Cassette Use .......................... 19

PLAYBACK

Explains variable functions concerning
playback.

Recording a TV Program .................. 25

• Watching a TV program while
recording another

• Recording off time setting

Timer Program Recording ............... 26

3

VCR Plus+ C
VCR Plus+ C

®

system Set-up ......... 29

3

®

system Recording .. 31

Cable Box Set-up .............................. 33

®

DSS

Satellite Receiver Set-up........ 37

MTS Broadcast Compatibility.......... 41

Simulcast Recording ........................ 42

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Multi Brand Remote Control ............ 43

Before Calling Service Personnel ... 45

Specifications ................................... 47

Accessories....................................... 47

Playback ............................................ 20

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LIMITED W ARRANTY ........................ 48

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INTRODUCTION

Identification of Controls

See the page in for details.
This manual shows the names of buttons in italics.

Front Panel

CHANNEL

EJECT

POWER

LINE IN 2

19
15

POWER

LINE IN 2

VIDEO L-MONO-AUDIO-R

VIDEO jack

LINE IN 2 AUDIO

(L/MONO, R) jacks

Remote Control

To operate this VCR.

To operate your TV.

Number buttons

REMAIN/COUNTER

VCR Plus+

25

c EJECT

CHANNEL

REC

VCR

TV

I.SELECT

DISPLAY

SP/SLP

REC

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SLOW

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Cassette compartment

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Remote sensor

10

25

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VCR TV

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0

REMAIN/

DISPLAY

COUNTER

SP/SLP

REC

COUNT RESET

25

SLOW

PLAY/x2

CURSOR

STOP

25

*

20
21

PROG. ENTER

CANCEL

+

15

A.SELECTVCR Plus

EJECT INDEX

31
19
28

65

9

100

19

POWER

CH/TRK

TV VOL

TV/VCR

TIMER

FFREW

PAUSE/STILL

19

µ

/

CH

POWER

CABLE
BOX

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE/STILL

REV

(

FWD

)

PAUSE/STILL

VCR display

POWER
CH/TRK

100

TV VOL

TV/VCR

15
25

18

43

25

COUNT RESET
TIMER
PLAY/x2
FF

27

*

20

*

20

PAUSE/STILL
STOP

ENTER

*

20

15

POWER (CABLE BOX)
CH (CABLE BOX)

PLAY

STOP

SHUTTLE

9

23

21

19

µ

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35

20
20

22

21

35

8

A.SELECT

41

INDEX

24

* These buttons are used to control the
cursor on the screen.

VCR Display

Cassette indicator

POWER indicator

POWER
SLP

REC

VCR

TIMER

VCR indicator

Timer recording indicator

REMAIN indicator

REMAIN

DT

CH

HM

OFF indicator

PM

AM

OFF

INTRODUCTION

L
R

Hi-Fi (L/R) indicators
L: Left channel
R:Right channel

S

off: Normal track

REC (Recording)
indicator

Tape speed indicator
(SP/SLP)

Rear Panel

To wall outlet

LINE IN 1 AUDIO jacks (L, R)

Multifunctional indicator

DT (Digital Auto Tracking) indicator

Channel indicator

Tape running direction/speed indicator

LINE OUT VIDEO jack

LINE IN 1 VIDEO jack

CH selector (3/4)

RF IN (FROM ANT.) terminal

RF OUT (TO TV) terminal

LINE OUT AUDIO jacks (L, R)

LINE IN 1 AUDIO (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.

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PREPARATION

How to Use the Remote Control

This section explains how to get ready for remote control operation.

Setting up the Remote Control

Open the battery compartment lid on the

1

rear panel.

Install 2 batteries (“AAA” size) following

2

the polarity diagrams.

Close the battery compartment lid.

3

Point the remote control at the VCR and press the buttons within the operating range.

4

Distance: within about 7 m from the front of the remote sensor
Angles: within about 30˚ in every direction

Notes on batteries

• The life of the batteries is about 1 year
depending on the conditions of use.

• If the remote control does not operate correctly,
replace all batteries with new ones.

• If the remote control is not to be used for a
long period of time, remove the batteries to
avoid possible damage from battery corrosion.

Caring for the remote control

• Do not expose the remote sensor of the VCR
to a strong light source such as direct sunlight
or illumination (especially high-frequency
lighting) when using the remote control.

• Be careful not to spill water on the remote
control or to place it on anything wet, and avoid
sharp impacts.

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PREPARATION

Connections

Before you use this VCR, it is necessary to connect it to your TV. Several ways of connecting are
available depending on your use of TV or cable box. Select one which is applicable to your equipment.

Antenna/VCR/TV Connection

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

1

VCR.
Connect the RF OUT terminal to the TV.

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PREPARATION

VHF/UHF combinaion
antenna

VHF antenna
only

1

IN

(FROM ANT.)

2

OUT

(TO TV)

Setting the VCR Output Channel

When the VCR is connected in this way, the VCR sends the output
signals to channel 3 or 4 on your TV. Set the output channel
selector (CH selector) of the VCR to “3” or “4”, whichever is vacant
in your area.

AUDIO/VIDEO Connections

The AUDIO/VIDEO jacks are also available to connect your TV.

UHF antenna
only

VHF/UHF

VHF UHF

Antenna splitter
(not supplied)

LINE OUT VIDEO

When connected your TV using the
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks

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

VIDEO IN

AUDIO INLINE OUT AUDIO

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Connections (continued)

Cable Connection

Choose one of the below according to your usage of the cable box.

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-

Incoming cable

compatible TV).

You will need to:

• select TV channel 3 or 4 to receive video
signals. (See page 11.)

• to record a channel while watching another,
press

TV/VCR

the “VCR” indicator in the VCR display and
select a desired channel on the TV (only when
you connect a cable-compatible TV).

on the remote control to turn off

Incoming cable

Cable Box

IN OUT

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

the “VCR” indicator in the VCR display and
select a desired cable channel on the cable
box.

on the remote control to turn off

12

Cable Box

Cable Box

PREPARATION

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:

OUTIN

A/B switch

A

A

A

B

B

B

• set TV channel 3 or 4 to receive video signals.
(See page 11.)

• 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”
indicator is not lit in the VCR display, set TV
channel to the output channel of the cable box.

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
comes bypassing the cable box.

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

or unscrambled channel coming
through the cable box.

This set-up will enable you to:

Box

Cable

– watch or record a channel through the cable

box via the LINE IN 1 (AUDIO/VIDEO) jacks.

You will need to:

• press

I.SELECT

shows “L1”.

so that the VCR display

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PREPARATION

Auto Set Up

The Auto Set Up function automatically sets the tuner channels and clock when power is first connected
to the VCR.

Preparation

• Turn on the TV, and select the video channel (3 or 4), or the video input mode if you made the Audio/Video
connection (page 11).

• Press

• Press

1

I.SELECT

VCR

so that the channel number will appear if “L1” or “L2” is displayed in the VCR display.

to set the remote control operating the VCR.

Auto Set Up

Connect the antenna cable to the VCR (see page 11). Then connect the VCR’s power
plug to an AC outlet.
“Auto” flashes in the VCR display as the VCR automatically tunes in all active stations.
When Auto Set Up is completed successfully, the current time will be displayed.

VCR display

Tuning in progress.

VCR display

PM

Auto Set Up completed.

• If the VCR fails to set the clock, “– : – –” will be displayed. Set the clock manually. (Refer
to “Setting the clock” on page 16.)

Notes

• If you press the

• If Auto Set Up is not perform successfully, perform the clock and Tuner Channel procedures manually

(page 16 to 18).

• If, however, you want to add or delete channels, refer to “Adding or erasing channels” on page 18.

CANCEL

button, the Auto Set Up is cancelled.

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PREPARATION

Initial Settings Using On-screen Display

Language selection must be set first when the VCR is first plugged in, or after it encounters a power
failure. You can also easily make necessary settings using the on-screen displays.

Preparation

• Turn on the TV, and select the video channel (3 or 4), or the video input mode if you made the Audio/Video
connection (page 11).

• Press

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

VCR

to set the remote control operating the VCR.

Setting the Language

VCR
POWER

65

9

100

REW
FF

FFREW

PLAY/x2,
STOP

ENTER

PROG.

1
2

Press
Press

POWER
PROG.

to turn on the VCR.

.

The following screen appears on the TV.

Select the language using

3

(

CURSOR

) or

) , and press

The screen turns to the MENU screen.

PLAY/x2

STOP (CURSOR

PROG.

.

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PROGRAM

PROG

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PRESET

S

PRESET

PREPARATION

4

Press

PROG.

to return to the normal TV screen.

Optional settings on the SET UP screen

Other optional settings can be made. Press

ENTER

while “SET UP” is selected on the

MENU screen. The screen turns to the SET UP screen.

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With “AUTO” set, a TV broadcast will appear via the TV tuner after

playback.
Move down here, and set to “AUTO” or “MANU”.
If you made the Audio/Video connection (page 11), set to “MANU”.

To change the language, move down here and set to the desired one.
With “ON” set, you can see the station ID and program title displayed on

TV.

n

ED:

PROG

ENTER

To exit, press

PROG.

(Continued)

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Initial Settings Using On-Screen Display (continued)

Setting the Clock

Example: To set the clock to 2:30 p.m. on
August 25 (summer time) 2000.

Press

1

The MENU screen appears on the TV.

Select “PRESET” using FF or

2

press

Press

3

Select “AUTO” or “MANU” using

4

x2

AUTO: The VCR automatically sets or

adjusts the clock.
If you select “AUTO” mode, proceed to step 8.
MANU: You can set the clock manually.
If you select “MANU” mode, select “SUMMER

TIME” using
summer (daylight saving) time using
or
the description in step 9.)

Move to the ne xt using FF.

5

(To move back, press

Vary the digits to set the hour.

6

PLAY/x2
STOP

Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set the minutes,

7

month, day, and the year (by the last two
digits).

Proceed to step 10 to start the clock.

PROG.

ENTER

ENTER

or

STOP

STOP

. (For “IN” and “OUT” selections, see

.

.

PROGRAM

CLOCK S
CH
CABLE B
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PROG

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to select “CLOCK SET”.

PROGRAM

CL

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SUMME

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12 :

PROG

n

ED:

.

FF

. Set to “IN” or “OUT” for the

REW

.)

: To increase.

: To decrease.

REW

SET UP

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MEMO

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SET UP

M

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AA

TED

M

E

A

00

M

PLAY/

PLAY/x2

, and

PRESET

PRESET

ENTER

RYETI

8

Press

ENTER

to start the “AUTO” clock

set feature.

After a while, the VCR automatically updates
the clock using the data broadcast by the
local TV stations.

The following screen will appear on TV
depending on the broadcast at your location.

PROGRAM

CL

O

AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

PROG

n

ED:

Select the options using FF or

9

Change the data using

STOP

.

SET UP

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SUMME

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1) Set “SUMMER TIME (Daylight­Saving Time)”.

IN, daylight-saving time begins on the first
Sunday in April. Because the clock
automatically changes from 2:00 AM to
3:00 AM (forward one hour), remember
that any part of a scheduled Timer
Recording that falls between these two
times will not be recorded.

OUT, daylight-saving time ends on the last
Sunday in October. The VCR clock
automatically changes from 2:00 AM to
1:00 AM (back one hour). Therefore, it can
affect your recording length if one is set
for this time.

2) Set “Time Zone”.

If you select “AUTO” for your time zone,
the VCR sets the clock using the first
Coordinated Universal Time information it
finds. If the time is not correct, select
another time zone or use the “MANU”
option.

3) Set “CH”.

If you don't know the clock data channel,
select “AUTO”. The VCR will scan
automatically to tune the channel carrying
the clock data.

If AUTO CLOCK SET is unsuccessful, set the
time and date through the “MANU” clock set
menu selection.

Press

10

Now the clock starts.

PROG.

.

PRESET

OH

n

EZ

CTI

2

n

AEYTI

ENTER

.

or

16

11

Press

PROG.

to exit.

PREPARATION

Storing Channels on the VCR

This section is required if you receive only normal TV or unscrambled cable channels, or use a cable box
between your TV and the VCR.

Incoming Antenna/Cable (CATV) Signals

The VCR scans through all receivable TV and CATV channels and stores only the active
ones in your area into the memory. Once the storing is finished, you can select a desired
channel using

Preparation

• Turn on the TV, and select the video channel (3 or 4), or the video input mode if you made the Audio/Video
connection (page 11).

• Press

I.SELECT

CH/TRK

.

so that the channel number will appear if “L1” or “L2” is displayed in the VCR display.

Incoming Antenna/Cable (CATV) Signals

PREPARATION

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

Press

1

65

9

100

FFREW

Number
buttons

100
I.SELECT

REW
FF
PLAY/x2,

STOP
ENTER

Select “PRESET” using FF or

2

and press

Select “CH MEMORY” using

3

x2

1, 6

Set “TV/CATV“ to “TV” or “CA TV” using FF or

4

or

PROG.

ENTER

STOP

to display the MENU screen.

REW

,

.

PLAY/

, and press

ENTER

.

PROGRAM

PROG

n

ED:

PROGRAM

TV/ C TAV
AUTO SCA
ADD CH
ERAS CEH

PROG

n

ED:

REW

SET UP

CLOCK S

MEMO

CH
CABLE B

GU IDE HC

SET UP

n

.

PRESET

ET
RY
OX / D S S

PRESET

TV TVAC

––
––

ENTER

OFFO
CH
CH

n

TV: To store channels received via the antenna.
CATV: To store channels received via the incoming cable.

Select “AUTO SCAN” using

5

or

STOP

, and press FF to set to

“ON”.

The VCR starts scanning and the

PLAY/x2

PROGRAM

TV

AUTO SCA

n

SET UP

PRESET

n

OCH2

channels are stored in the VCR in
ascending order. When the scanning is

PROG

n

finished, the screen automatically

ED:

returns.

6

Press

PROG.

to exit.

(Continued)

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Storing Channels on the VCR (continued)

Adding or erasing channels

Adding channels

If a desired channel cannot be scanned
automatically because of a weak signal, it can be
added to the memory.

Erasing channels

You can erase a stored channel from the memory
if it is unnecessary.

1)Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Incoming Antenna/CATV

Signals”.

2)Select “ADD CH” or “ERASE CH” using

or

STOP

.

To add channels

PROGRAM

To erase channels

TV/ C TAV
AUTO SCA
ADD CH
ERAS CEH

n

ED:

PROGRAM

TV/ C TAV
AUTO SCA
ADD CH
ERAS CEH

n

ED:

n

OSETCH

T

PUSH ~90EYSK

PROG

n

OSETCH

T

PUSH ~90EYSK

PROG

SET UP

SET UP

PLAY/X2

PRESET

TV

FFO

––
––

PRESET

TV

FFO

––
––

TVAC

n

O

n

O

n

O

TVAC

n

O

n

O

n

O

3)Enter a channel number of 1 to 125 using

number buttons

For more than 100 number, first press

.

100

.

For CATV channels, refer to the chart below.
(For other orders, check with your cable
company.)

4)Repeat steps 2) and 3) to add or erase
channels as necessary.

5)Press

PROG.

to exit.

Selecting stored channels

Once the active channels have been stored, you
can select the channels in two ways below.

Number buttons

To enter digits of the channel number.

• For one-digit number, enter 0 before.

• For more than 100 number, first press

• Each

number button

needs to be pressed

within 2 seconds.

CH/TRK

To shift up or down the stored channel numbers.

100

.

Channel reference chart

Number on the VCR
Corresponding channel number

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
10 11 12 13 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q

31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51
31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51

R S T U V W AA BB CC DD EE FF GG HH II JJ KK LL MM NN OO

52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71
52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 – –

PP QQ RR SS TT UU VV WW XX YY ZZ AAA BBB 65 66 67 68 69 70 71

93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103

–––––––––––

93 94 A-5 A-4 A-3 A-2 A-1 100 101 102 103

CATV signals

• STD (standard) cable TV signals

• HRC (Harmonic Related Carriers) cable TV signals

• IRC (Incremental Related Carriers) cable TV signals
IRC is also called ICC (Incremental Coherent Carriers)

TV
CATV STD (HRC/IRC)

18

123456789
–23456789

1(A-8)

…
…
…

234

121 122 123 124 125

–––––

121 122 123 124 125

5(A-7) 6(A-6)

7

89

…
…
…

PREPARATION

Video Cassette Use

Video Cassette Use

Loading a cassette

Push the cassette into the cassette compartment with the window side facing up and the
label side towards the front. The VCR is automatically turned on. The indicator will
appear in the VCR display.

Ejecting a cassette

Press

EJECT

. The cassette is ejected from the cassette compartment.

PREPARATION

Warning

Do not insert your hands or any foreign objects into the compartment. This may result
in injury or damage. Take special care with children to avoid accidents.

Precautions when using video cassettes

Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure. If the tab has already been removed,
recording cannot be performed.

To prevent accidental erasure

Remove this safety tab with a screwdriver.

T o record again

Cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

• Avoid exposing cassettes to direct sunlight. Keep them away from heaters.
Avoid extreme humidity, vibrations or shock, strong magnetic fields (near a motor, transformer or
magnet) and dusty place.

19

PLAYBACK

K

Playback

This section explains the basic playback operation.

Preparation

• Select the video channel (3 or 4) or video input mode on the TV.

VCR

• Press

to set the remote control operating the VCR.

Basic Playback

Load a recorded cassette.

1

Pow er is turned on.
If the cassette has no safety tab,
playback starts automatically.

2

Press

PLAY/x2

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

VCR

65

9

100

CH/TR

2

FFREW

FF

3

µ

19
REW

Adjusting the tracking

When playback starts, the VCR
automatically adjusts the tracking for clear
pictures and sound (Digital Auto Tracking).

The “DT” indicator blinks during the
adjusting.

If the VCR cannot locate the best possible
tracking point, hold down one of
adjust the tracking manually.

• To resume the digital auto tracking, hold
down both
simultaneously for about 2 seconds.

Notes

• During the adjusting, the playback picture and

sound may be distorted.

• The digital auto tracking is activated only in the

playback mode.

• To reset the manual tracking point to the center,

press both
simultaneously for not longer than 1 second.

• The noise on the screen may not be completely

eliminated depending on the tape used,
especially when the tape was recorded on
another VCR.

CHANNEL

CHANNEL

on the VCR

on the VCR

T o stop pla yback, press

3

Rewinding / Fast-forwarding

REW

Press

CH/TRK

or FF in the stop mode.

to

POWER

to start playback.

STOP

.

POWER
SP

VCR

DT

19µ HEAD

You can view high quality pictures while
playing back a tape recorded in the SLP tape
speed.
By pressing
mode is displayed on the TV screen as
follows:

19U-HEAD AUTO: Usually set to “AUTO”. As
the playback starts, the VCR automatically
activates the 19µ head and reproduces high
quality pictures.

19U-HEAD OFF: Set to “OFF” if the
pictures are marred by dots.

Note

During playback with the 19µ head, momentary
noises or shakes may be produced when you
change the mode to the picture search or
variable speed playback.

19

µ repeatedly, the 19µ HEAD

20

PLAYBACK

Variable Speed Playback

You can play back a tape at various tape speeds.

Picture Search

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

65

9

100

PLAY/x2
REW

FFREW

FF

PAUSE/STILL

SLOW

A tape runs at 5 times or 7 times the normal playback speed so
that you can quickly locate a particular scene.

Press FF or

1

The tape runs at 5 times the normal playback speed.

To change the tape speed to 7 times the normal playback

2

REW

speed, press and hold

If you release it, the tape speed returns to 5 times.

Note

FF

or

REW

If you press
forwarding or rewinding.

during picture search, the mode changes to fast-

during playback.

FF

or

REW

PLAYBACK

.

To resume normal playback

Press

PLAY/x2

Still Picture

A picture freezes so that you can watch
closer.

Press

1

The picture freezes.

To resume normal playback

Press

Notes

• The still mode is automatically cancelled after
about 5 minutes and returns to normal playback.

• The still picture may shake if a picture of a fast­moving object or scene is frozen. This is not a
defect in the unit.

Adjusting Still Picture Stability

If the still picture is distorted or flickers, hold
down one of
stable.

Note

The distortion of the still picture may not be
eliminated completely.

Note

When playing back a tape which is recorded in S-VHS format, distortion may occur during the variable speed
playback.

PAUSE/STILL

PAUSE/STILL

CH/TRK

until the picture becomes

during playback.

.

.

Slow-motion Picture

The tape runs at 1/7th or 1/15th the normal
playback speed.

Press

1

The tape runs at about 1/7th the normal
playback speed.

Each time you press
alternates between 1/7th and 1/15th.

To resume normal playback

Press

Notes

• The slow-motion picture mode is automatically
cancelled after about 5 minutes and returns to
normal playback.

• The slow-motion picture may flicker up and down.
This is not a defect in the unit.

Adjusting the Tracking Manually

If the slow-motion picture is noisy, hold down one
of

CH/TRK

Note

The noise in the slow-motion picture may not be
eliminated completely.

SLOW

PLAY/x2

until the best picture is obtained.

during playback.

SLOW

, the speed

.

(Continued)

21

Variable Speed Playback (continued)

Frame Advance

A picture advances frame by frame.

Press

1

Each time you press
advances one frame.

If you press and hold
at 1/30th the normal playback speed.

PLAY/x2

during still playback.

PLAY/x2

PLAY/x2

, the picture

, the tape runs

To resume normal playback

Press

PAUSE/STILL

.

Shuttle Dial Operation

You can also activate the picture search and slow playback at
various speeds by turning the shuttle dial on the VCR.

Turn the

1

shuttle dial

o

i

t

c

e

r

i

d

k

c

a

b

y

a

l

P

Rewinding

v

e

R

:

n

Rewinding

Picture

search

Double Speed Playback

A tape runs at twice the normal speed.

Press

1

The picture runs at twice the normal playback
speed.

To resume normal playback

Press

on the VCR.

e

s

r

e

Picture

search

–x5

–x7

Reverse

playback

PLAY/x2

PLAY/x2

Initial mode of tape operation

R

ew

inding

Reverse

playback

–x1

playback

Reverse

playback

–x1

–x1

Stop

Playback

Reverse

Still

–x1

1/15

x

.

Slow

1/7

x

ouble

D

x2

x1

F

speed

during playback.

arding

ast-

forw

playback

Picture

search

x5

Slow

Normal

x7

playback

P

Fast-

forwarding

Picture

Search

l

a

y

b

a

c

k

d

i

r

e

c

t

i

o

n

:

F

o

r

w

a

r

d

Fast-

forwarding

The playback speeds differ depending on the recording tape speed of
the tape as follows.

Picture search Reverse playback
SP: x5 x7 -x1
SLP: x15 x21 -x3

Notes

• The still picture mode will be released automatically after about 5 minutes
and forward playback will start.

• Fast-forwarding or rewinding started from the stop mode continues even if
the

shuttle dial

is released. To stop, press

STOP

.

• The reverse playback mode will be released automatically after about 25
seconds and forward playback will start.

• Noise bar may appear in reverse playback.

Note

If you playback a tape recorded in the SLP tape speed or a tape recorded on another VCR in various speed
mode, the picture may be noisy or monochrome.

22

PLAYBACK

Useful Functions in Tape Operation

These functions will help your playback.

S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB)

• This VCR can also play back a tape which is recorded in S-VHS format.

But the playback picture does not have the same quality and resolution as

the original S-VHS playback picture.

• This VCR cannot record in S-VHS format.

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

* SQPB is an abbreviation for

S-VHS Quasi Playback.

PLAYBACK

Counter Function

65

9

100

REMAIN/
COUNTER

COUNT RESET

DISPLAY
PLAY/x2

FFREW

STOP
ENTER

PROG.

You can view the clock, linear time counter or tape remaining
time in the VCR display or on the TV screen.

Each time you press

1

REMAIN/COUNTER

, the VCR display

changes in sequence as follows:

→ Linear time counter (HMS) → Tape remaining time (REMAIN/RT) → Clock

The indication above will also appear on the TV screen by pressing

DISPLAY

. They are s witchab le with

REMAIN/COUNTER

.

To reset the linear time counter to “0H00M00S”

The counter is automatically reset to “0H00M00S” when a cassette is
ejected. If you want to reset at another point, such as the beginning of a
new recording, just press

Notes

• The linear time counter does not work on non-recorded portions on the tape.

• When the tape is ejected or the VCR is turned off, the display changes to
clock.

• If the tape rewinds back over “0H00M00S”, “–” appears in the VCR display.

• The displayed time of the linear time counter is only an approximation.

COUNT RESET

.

Tape Remaining Time

To view the tape remaining time in the VCR display, select the
tape length beforehand.

Turn on the VCR and load a cassette.

1

Press

2

Select “SET UP” using FF or

3

Select the length of the tape.

4

T120: for a T-120 tape or shorter
T160: for a T-140 or T-160 tape
T180: for a T-180 tape

PROG.

to display the MENU screen.

REW

, and press

TAPE L E
SAP SET
SIMULCAST
ANTE A
LA
X

DS InOF

n

ED:

PROGRAM

nn

n

GUAG

PROG

ENTER

SET UP

H

GT

n

120 016 801

OFFO
OFFO
UAT

E

n

EG RFA SPE

OFFO

.

PRESET

n
n

O

n

(Continued)

UA

M

n

23

Useful Functions in Tape Operation (continued)

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

5
6

Press
Press

PROG.

to exit.

REMAIN/COUNTER

.

The remaining time (“RT - : - -”) appears in the VCR display.

Notes

• The displayed remaining time is an approximation.

• The remaining time is calculated according to the tape speed (SP or SLP)

and the cassette type.

Index Search Function

65

9

100

3

FFREW

2

The VCR can find a point where a registered index signal is on a
tape and play back for about 5 seconds. You can easily locate
the desired program by inputting the index signal.

2 1 1 2

Index search

Playback
for 5 sec.

Playback
for 5 sec.

Playback
for 5 sec.

Playback
for 5 sec.

Registering index signals

Each time a recording starts, an index signal is automatically registered.
To register it somewhere else, press

Note

A certain interval is required between the index signals: more than 1 minute in
the SP tape speed and more than 3 minutes in the SLP tape speed.

INDEX

f during recording.

Index search

Load a cassette with the index signals registered.

1

Press

2

g INDEX:To search in the reverse
INDEX f:To search in the forward
The VCR fast-forwards or rewinds the

tape. When an index signal is found, the
VCR plays back the tape for about 5
seconds, and then resumes fast­forwarding or rewinding. This is repeated
each time at an index signal.

Press

3

Normal playback starts.

INDEX

in the stop or playback mode.

direction.
direction.

PLAY/x2

00000

HMS

INDEX MARK

when the desired program is found.

24

Notes

• At the very beginning of the tape, the index search may not work properly.

• If you registered the index signals on a tape recorded on another VCR, the

recording may be blurred at the index point and the index search may not
work properly.

RECORDING

T

Recording a TV Program

This section explains the basic recording operation.

Preparation

• Select the video channel (3 or 4) or video input mode on the TV.

• If you record cable channels via the cable box, finish the cable box set-up (pages 33-36), and turn on the
cable box.

Basic Recording

Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.

1

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

65

9

100

3
2

5
4

FFREW

6

I.SELEC

Press

2

indicator appears in the VCR display .

Select a channel to record with

3

CHANNEL

or

TV/VCR

so that the “VCR”

on the VCR, or

number buttons

CH/TRK

on the remote

POWER

SLP

POWER

SLP

VCR

VCR

control.

If you see “L1” or “L2” in the VCR display, press
channel number appears.

• If you record cable channels via the cable box, make the output
channel number of the cable box or “L1” appear, depending on your
connection. (See pages 11 – 13.)

I.SELECT

CH

so that the

RECORDING

4

Press

SP/SLP

recording tape speed.

To record from other
connected equipment

In step 3, press
switch the display as follows:
LI: To record via the LINE IN
1 jacks on the rear panel.
L2: To record via the LINE IN
2 jacks on the front panel.

I.SELECT

to

SP: Suitable for general recording with
better picture and sound quality.

SLP: Suitable for tripling recording time, but with less picture and
sound quality than using the SP tape speed.

5

Press

REC

on the VCR, or
simultaneously press both
the remote control.

Recording starts.

6

Press

STOP

Watching a TV program while
recording another

1)While recording, press
“VCR” indicator.

2) Choose another channel using the channel
selector on the TV.

TV/VCR

to turn off

Skipping unnecessary scenes while
recording

Press

PAUSE/STILL

momentarily. To resume recording, press

PAUSE/STILL

Note

The VCR automatically shifts to the stop mode if the
recording pause mode continues for 10 minutes.

to stop recording

again.

to select the

REC

on

POWER

SLP

POWER

SLP

REC

VCR

VCR

to stop recording.

Recording off time setting

By setting the recording off time, the recording
stops and the VCR is turned off automatically.

While recording, press
repeatedly to set the desired off time.

Each time you press
about 4 hours later and “- : - -” appear cyclically.

POWER

SLP

VCR

REC

Notes

• To cancel the recording in progress, press

• If the VCR clock is not set, this function will not
activate.

REC

on the VCR

REC

, each half-hour up to

CH

CH

TIMERREC

CH

PM

OFF

STOP

.

25

RECORDING

Timer Program Recording

The programmable timer allows you to record up to 6 different programs over one month.

Preparation

• Select the video channel (3 or 4) or video input mode on the TV.

• Make sure that the clock is set correctly (page 16).

• Store the channels on the VCR (pages 17 and 18).

• If you record cable channels, finish the cable box set-up (pages 33 – 36), and turn on the cable box.

• If you record satellite channels, finish the DSS

®

satellite receiver.

DSS

Timer Programming Procedure

Example: To record cable channel 25 in the SP tape speed from
9:30 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. on August 30. Today is August 25.

Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.

1

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

65

9

100

4
10

REW
FF

FFREW

PLAY/x2,
STOP

ENTER

Press

2

Select “PROGRAM” using FF or

3

REW

®

satellite receiver set-up (pages 37 – 40), and turn on the

PROG.

, and press

to display the MENU screen.

ENTER

.

PROGRAM

CH DATE O DFF SP

–– – /–– –: –– – : ––
–– – /–– –: –– – : ––
–– – /–– –: –– – : ––
–– – /–– –: –– – : ––
–– – /–– –: –– – : ––
–– – /–– –: –– – : ––

PROG

n

ED:

SET UP

O

n

PRESET

–
–
–
–
–
–

CANCEL

2, 9

Move to the ne xt using FF, and enter

4

the channel number 25 by using

PLAY/x2, STOP
buttons

.

or

number

PROGRAM

CH DATE O D

25

–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : –

PROG

n

ED:

• To record a cable program from the connected cable box:
Enter the cable channel number by

STOP

.

number buttons, PLAY/x2

If your cable box is not remote-controllable, choose the desired
channel (1 to 125) on the cable box.

• To record a satellite program from the connected DSS
receiver:

Enter the satellite channel number (100 to 999) by

buttons

,

PLAY/x2

or

STOP

. (If a number 1 to 99 is entered, the
VCR will record a TV/CATV program on the channel, not a
satellite’s.)

If your DSS
desired channel (100 to 999) on the DSS

®

satellite receiver is not remote-controllable, choose the

®

satellite receiver.

To make corrections:

Press

REW

to move back to the item, or FF to forward.

SET UP

O

n

– / –– – : –– – :–

®

FF SP

satellite

number

PRESET

–

–

or

SLP

–
–
–
–
–

26

Move to the ne xt using FF, and set

5

the recording date using

STOP

The date changes as follows:

.

→ 8/25 → 8/26 → … → 9/24 →
MO~FR ←

WKLY

PLAY/x2

WKLY

SA ←

SU →

or

…

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30

–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––

n

ED:

PROG

SET UP

O

–:–– –:––

[WKLYSU]…[WKLYSA]: You can record TV programs on the same

channel on the day and time every week.
[MO~FR]: You can record TV programs on the same channel on the

day and time Monda y through Friday.

Move to the ne xt using FF, and set

6

the hour and minutes of the
recording start time.

Move to the next, and set the

7

recording off time.

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30:30

–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––

n

ED:

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30 9:30

–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––

n

ED:

PROG

PROG

SET UP

O

9

SET UP

O

PRESET

n

n

P

n

P

M

M

PRESET

–:––

PRESET

:00

10

SLP

–
–
–
–
–

RECORDING

SLP

–
–
–
–
–

P

SLP

M

–
–
–
–
–

Move to the next, and select the tape

8

speed (SP) using

For the tape speed “AUTO (Auto Speed
Select)”, see below.

To set another program, press
select the next line pressing

Repeat steps 4 to 8.

9

Press

PROG.

Now programming is completed.

Press both

10

The power turns off and the VCR enters
the timer standby mode.

Auto Speed Select

If you are not sure the tape is long enough for
timer program recording in the SP tape speed,
set the recording tape speed to “AUTO”.

Recording starts in the SP tape speed and the
VCR automatically selects the tape speed to
record the program to the end. If the tape length
is not long enough, the tape speed automatically
changes from SP to SLP.

.

TIMER

PLAY/x2

or

FF

STOP

STOP

, and

.

simultaneously.

.

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30 9:3010:00

–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––

n

ED:

POWER

TIMER

SET UP

PROG

PRESET

O

n

P

P

SP

M

M

TIMERREC

Notes

• Make sure that the tape length is selected correctly
according to the tape used on the SET UP screen
(page 23).

• When the SLP tape speed is selected and the tape
length is not sufficient to record the program to the
end, the program cannot be recorded to the end.

• The picture will be distorted when playing the part
where the recording tape speed is switched from
SP to SLP with the Auto Speed Select feature.

(Continued)

–
–
–
–
–

27

Timer Program Recording (continued)

Confirming the timer programs
(in the timer standby mode)

Press

PROG.

.

The screen for confirming will appear.

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30 9:3010:00
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––

n

ED:

SET UP

PROG

PRESET

O

n

P

M

After about 30 seconds, the screen disappears.

Changing/cancelling the timer
programs

1)If the TIMER indicator is lit, press both
to turn it off, and then turn the VCR on by
pressing

POWER

.

2)With steps 2 to 9, change the items.
To cancel a program, select the program you

want to cancel in step 4, and press
The line is then cleared.

3)Press both

TIMER

to return to the timer

standby mode.

TIMER

CANCEL

If a power failure occurs during the
timer program recording (including

3

®

VCR Plus+ C

system recording

(page 31))

• When a power failure has occurred, “- -:- -”
appears in the VCR display. Since the

P

SP

M

–
–
–
–
–

programmed contents have been cleared,
reset the clock and timer programming.

• When power has failed for a short time, the
colon of the current time display blinks. The
programmed contents are not affected. Reset
the clock.

Overlaps of the programs

If two timer programs overlap, the recording start
time of program 2 has priority over the recording
off time of program 1.

Overlapped portion (not recorded)

Program 1
(Start time)

.

Program 2
(Start time)

Recording or playback in the timer
standby mode

First press both
standby mode, and then press
on the VCR. The VCR will be available for use.

• Be sure to press both
the VCR to the timer standby mode after you
are finished.

TIMER

to release the timer

TIMER

POWER

again to return

to turn

Error indication

The “E” (Error) indicator appears in the VCR
display if you press both

–– a cassette is not loaded.
–– the loaded cassette has no safety tab.
–– no timer program is set.

In these cases, a recording can not be made.

TIMER

when:

28

RECORDING

VCR Plus+ C

3

VCR Plus+ C
enter a PlusCode
necessary set-up to make VCR Plus+ C

®

system is a timer recording system for an easier programming that requires you only to

®

programming number assigned to a desired program. This section explains the

3

®

system

3

®

system recordings.

Set-up

The flow chart below will give you an idea
as to what must be done to use the VCR

3

®

Plus+ C

system feature.

Setting the Clock (page 16)

↓

Cable Box Set-up (page 33)

↓

Storing Channels on the VCR

(page 17)

↓

3

VCR Plus+ C

®

system Set-up

↓

3

VCR Plus+ C

®

system Recording

(page 31)

3

* With the VCR Plus+ C

cassette recorder can automatically select the
appropriate channel on your compatible cable
box or satellite receiver. VCR Plus+, C
PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR
Plus+ system is manufactured under license
from Gemstar Development Corporation.

®

system, this video

3

and

Sample of a Guide channel chart from a local TV listing

VCR Plus+® SYSTEM CHANNEL NUMBERS

Broadcast
channels

3 KCRA (NBC).................3

6 KVIE (PBS)...................6

10 KXTV (CBS)................10

13 KOVR (ABC)...............13

19 KCSO (SPAN).............19

31 KRBK (IND).................31

40 KTXL
58 KSCH
44 KBHK
24 KCPM

4 KRNV

42 KFCB

7 KGO

(FOX)

(IND)

(IND)

(NBC)

(NBC)

(IND)

(ABC)

Assigned

channels

................40

................ 25

.................15

...............24

...............28

.................27

.................28

Cable
channels

A & E........................39

AMC.........................35

BET..........................57

BRAV.......................54

CMTV.......................14

CNBC.......................23

CNN.........................42

C-SPAN....................28

CUNY.......................29

DIS...........................53

ESPN.......................34

FAM.........................47

HBO.........................33

Assigned

channels

Sample of a Channel line-up chart from a cable-TV
company

CHANNEL LINE-UP CHART

Channel 2
Channel 3
Channel 4
Channel 5
Channel 6
Channel 7
Channel 8
Channel 9

ME/U
8 WISH
4 WTTV
6 WRTV
VCA/Local origination
HOME BOX OFFICE
A.P News Plus
9 WGN.

RECORDING

You must give the VCR the special
numbers for guide channels (also called

®

VCR Plus+

system channel numbers)
assigned to each channel that you receive
in your home. The VCR identifies the
channel to be recorded by the guide
channel number you enter.

The guide channel numbers are published
in TV guide magazine, selected local TV
publications, or the channel guide from
cable company. If you cannot find the
numbers, call Gemstar’s customer service
department at 1-800-4321-VCR.

(Continued)

29

VCR Plus+ C

3

system Set-up (continued)

®

Preparation

• Select the video channel (3 or 4) or video input mode on the TV.

• If you record cable channels, finish the cable box set-up (pages 33 – 36).

• Prepare the list like below.

Example

Station

HBO 33 7
ESPN 34
AMC 35

Guide channel number
(on the TV Guide, local TV listings etc.)

Your home channel number (on the channel line-up
chart supplied by cable companies)

Guide Channel Setting

23

1

4

65

78

9

100

0

PLAY/x2

FFREW

STOP

Notes

• When your cable company
changes the channel line­up, you must re-do this set­up for the channel.

• The VCR Plus+ C
feature does not work on
programs from a connected

®

satellite receiver.

DSS

30

7

2,4
3,6,7

ENTER

1,5,8

3

®

system

Press

1

Select “PRESET” using FF or

2

Select “CH MEMOR Y” using

3

Set “TV/CATV” to “TV” or “CATV” using FF or

4

Press

5

Select “GUIDE CH” using

6

or

Enter channel numbers on the right of the guide channel

7

PROG.

PROG.

STOP

.

REW

PLA Y/x2

or

to return to the PRESET screen.

PLAY/x2

, and press

ENTER

(the case of CATV mode)

.

, and press

STOP

, and press

REW

PROGRAM

125 125

TOSET

PROG

n

ED:

ENTER

.

SET UP

11
22
33

HC

PUSH 0~9 KEYS

numbers.

Find a guide number you marked on the list using
and enter the corresponding home channel number if necessary by
using

number buttons

.

Example: To enter home channel number
7 (HBO) with guide channel number 33
assigned.

In some areas, one channel may be
assigned more than one guide channel
number. In this case, enter the home
channel number to each of the guide
channel numbers.

8

Press

PROG.

to exit.

The set-up is all over and your VCR Plus+ C
now availab le.

PLAY/x2

PROGRAM

TOSET

n

ED:

3

®

system recording is

SET UP

30 30

131
23
337

HC

PUSH 0~9 KEYS

PROG

.

ENTER

HGU DEIHCEOMCH

HGU DEIHCE

OM

or

HGU DEIHCEOMCH

3
32

HGU DEIHCE

OM

PRESET

CH

STOP

PRESET

CH

.

,

RECORDING

3

VCR Plus+ C

After performing the VCR Plus+ C
entering the PlusCode

®

programming number. The numbers are published in the TV listings of

®

system

3

®

system set-up, you can easily program a recording simply by

Recording

newspapers, TV guide magazine, etc.

Preparation

• Make sure that the clock is set correctly (page 16).

• Load a cassette with a safety tab.

For cable box users:

• Finish the cable box set-up (pages 33 – 36), and turn on the cable box.

For DSS

• This VCR cannot record satellite programs with the VCR Plus+ C

®

satellite receiver users:

3

®

system feature. To make an unattended

recording of satellite programs, see “Timer Program Recording” (pages 26 – 28).

Sample of TV program listing in a TV guide magazine

5PM

FAM

POPEYE

HBO

MAKING OF A CHAMPION

A look at gymnast and Olympic hopeful Kim
Zmeskal from novice to seasoned competitor.

NIK

HEY DUDE

One of Ted’s teachers stays at the ranch.

USA

5:35

MY TWO DADS

TBS

GOOD TIMES

Cartoon

Children

725692

Comedy

Comedy

793571

2261858

237945

586858

PlusCode

®

programming
number

RECORDING

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

3

VCR Plus+ C

Press

1

65

9

100

2

The VCR Plus+ screen appears.

Enter a PlusCode® programming number.

2

Example: To record a program with the

FFREW

7

REW
FF

PLAY/x2,
STOP

PROG.

5

CANCEL

PlusCode
(fictitious code).

Press
Confirm that the number is entered

correctly.
To correct a mistake, press

enter the correct number.

Select “MODE” using

3

STOP

1

frequency.

OnCE: To record once.
DAILY(MO~FR): To record programs on

VCR Plus+

®

programming number 36295

number button 3, 6, 2, 9 and 5

, and set the recording

®

system Programming

.

.

CANCEL

PLAY/x2

and

or

PROGRAM

VCR P US+L

PLUSC DEO
MODE
SPEED

OSETPLUSCODE

T

PUS SH~90EYK

PROG

n

ED:

PROGRAM

VCR P US +L

PLUSC DEO
MODE
SPEED

SET UP

n

CEMO~

O
SL

P

SET UP

n

CEMO~

O
SL

P

92

5

36

F

AUPS

O

T

592

36

F

AUPS

O

T

PRESET

–

R

WKLY

ENTER

PRESET

R

WKLY

the same channel at the same time
Monday through Friday.

n

ED:

PROG

ENTER

WEEKLY: To record programs on the

same channel at the same time on the
same day every week.

Select “SPEED” using

4

STOP

, and set the recording tape

speed.

For AUTO speed, see page 27.

PLAY/x2

or

PROGRAM

VCR P US +L

PLUSC DEO
MODE
SPEED

n

ED:

PROG

SET UP

36

n

CEMO~

O

AUPS

SL

P

(Continued)

592

F

O

T

PRESET

R

WKLY

ENTER

31

VCR Plus+ C

3

system Recording (continued)

®

5

Press

ENTER

The program setting is now memorized.

• If your cable box is not remote­controllable, select the recording
channel on the cable box beforehand.

To set another program, repeat steps 1 to 5.

6

To finish press the two

7

buttons simultaneously.

The VCR enters the timer standby mode.

3

Confirming the VCR Plus+ C

®

system

timer programs

Before the VCR enters the timer standby
mode (TIMER indicator not lit)

1)Press

2)Press

3)Press

PROG.

ENTER

to display the MENU screen.

to select “PROGRAM”.

Check the programmed data.

PROG.

to exit.

.

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30 9:3010:00

–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––
–– – /–– – : –– – : ––

PROG

n

ED:

TIMER

POWER

TIMER

Recording or playback in the timer
standby mode

First press both
standby mode, and then press
on the VCR. The VCR will be available for use.

• Be sure to press both
the VCR to the timer standby mode after you
have finished.

TIMER

to release the timer

POWER

TIMER

again to return

SET UP

O

n

PRESET

P

M

TIMERREC

to turn

P

SLP

M

–
–
–
–
–

During the timer standby mode (TIMER
indicator lit)

Press

PROG.

.

The screen for confirming appears.
After about 30 seconds, the screen disappears.

3

Canceling the VCR Plus+ C

®

system

timer programs

1)If the TIMER indicator is lit, press both
to turn it off, and turn on the VCR by pressing

POWER

2)Press

3)Press

.

PROG.

ENTER

to display the MENU screen.

to select “PROGRAM”.

4)Select a program which you want to cancel.

5)Press

CANCEL

.

The line is cleared out.

6)Press

PROG.

to exit.

TIMER

Error indications

If “FULL / CANCEL PROG?” message appears
on the TV during programming, no more
programs can be entered. If you want to add
another, delete one existing program on the
screen by using

If an incorrect PlusCode
entered, “ERROR CODE ENTERED” appears on
the screen. Press
and enter correct one.

If “CLASH” message appears on the TV during
programming, it tells you that two programs with
the same recording start time have been entered.
Correct either of the two programs as follows:

1)Select the number of the program to correct by
using

PLAY/x2

2)Correct the data, or clear out the line by

pressing

VCR Plus+

number.

PLAY/x2

or

CANCEL

or

STOP

.

®

programming number is

CANCEL

STOP

to clear the number

.

and then press

to enter a PlusCode® programming

32

RECORDING

Cable Box Set-up

The VCR can directly control channel selecting of the connected cable box.

Cable Box Control

This VCR needs to be connected to a cable
box equipped with an infrared wireless
remote control. You can select cable
channels from the cable box by operating
this VCR.

It is also possible to automatically change
the cable channels according to your
program setting in the timer program

3

®

recording or VCR Plus+ C

system recording.

Placing the Cable Box

Put the cable box on the top of the VCR as
shown below. Do not block the sensor
window.

Cable box

Wall

Sensor window

Front of the VCR

Connection Type

Type A

RECORDING

Type B

The infrared signals come out of the sensor
window and the front of the VCR. Then they
bounce off walls and other objects in the
room and are received by the cable box.
The VCR sends out infrared signals to your
cable box even during timer program

3

®

recording or VCR Plus+ C

system

recording.

Notes

• If the channels cannot be controlled properly
because the infrared signal fails to reach the cable
box, change the position of the box on the VCR so
that it can receive the signal.

• Keep the cable box turned on even while the VCR
is in the timer program recording or VCR Plus+ C
system recording.

3

Type C

A

A/B switch

A

A

B

B

Cable box

®

Type D

Cable box

B

(Continued)

33

Cable Box Set-up (continued)

)

)

Preparation

• Select the video channel (3 or 4) or video input mode on the TV.

• Set “TV/CATV” on the CH MEMORY screen to “CATV” (page 17).

Cable Box Set-up

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

Press

1

FFREW

Number
buttons

100
I.SELECT

REW
FF
PLAY/x2,

STOP
ENTER

65

9

100

Select “PRESET” using FF or

2

Select “CABLE BOX/DSS” using

3

ENTER

Select “NO” or “C.BOX” using FF or

4

connection type.

NO: • Type A

• Cable channels will be selected using

POWER
(CABLE BOX

CH
(CABLE BOX

PROG.

→ Go to step 8.

C.BOX: • Type B

→ Go to step 5.

Select “OUTPUT CH” using

5

PROG.

.

• Type C (A/B switch “A”)

CH/TRK
CHANNEL

on the remote control or

• Type C (A/B switch “B”)

• Type D

to display the MENU screen.

REW

, and press

PLAY/x2

REW

on the VCR.

PLAY/x2

ENTER

or

STOP

according to your

SET UP

SET UP

, and enter

USE

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL

or

PROGRAM

PROGRAM

STOP

.

, and press

PRESET

C.BOXO

n

PRESET

O

n

C.BOX

3

n

OFFO

SSD

SSD

HC

either of the following according to your connection.

SET UP

O

n

(Example)

PRESET

C.BOX

3

n

OFFO

SSD

HC

Type B, C: the output channel number of

your cable box using

number buttons

.
(Usually 3 or 4. Check the rear of the
cable box.)

Type D: the line input mode “L1” using

I.SELECT

.

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL

34

Select “CONTROL” using

6

or “OFF” using

FF

or

REW

PLAY/x2

.

or

STOP

, and set to “ON”

ON: if your cable box is remote­controllable.

• Cable channels will be selected by

(CABLE BOX)

on the remote control.

The VCR can change the cable

CH

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL
BRAnTDYPE

SET UP

n

O

C.BOX

OFFO

n

O

.

PRESET

3

n

1

SSD

HC

channel to the desired one when timer
recording or VCR Plus+ C

®

system

n

ED:

PROG

3

recording starts.
→ Go to step 7.
OFF: if your cable box is NON remote-

controllable.

• Cable channels will be selected by the

own channel selector of the cable box.

The VCR channel should be set to the

output channel of the cable box.
→ Go to step 8.

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL

PROG

n

ED:

SET UP

n

O

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

3

n

SSD

HC

Select “BRAND TYPE” using

7

of your cable box using

STOP

, and enter a brand code

number buttons

. Refer to the table

on the next page.

Example: For a TOSHIBA cable box, identified by number 36.

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL
BRAnTDYPE

PROG

n

ED:

SET UP

O

n

C.BOX

OFFO

n

O

.

PRESET

3

n

63

Cable box display

SSD

HC

Cable channel number

VCR display

Make sure that the channel display of your cable box has changed to

9. If not, try each brand code assigned to the brand of your cable box
until the display changes to 9.
If it still holds;

• Relocate the cable box on the VCR.

• Use each of digits from 1 to 91.

Press

8

Notes

• If your cable channel does not change to 9 in step 7, the cable box will not
be able to change channels in the timer recording. In this case, set
“CONTROL” to “OFF” in step 6.

• The cable box control is not compatible with the DSS
control.

PROG.

to exit.

®

satellite receiver

RECORDING

Buttons to control a remote­controllable cable box

Once you complete the set-up for a remote
controllable cable box, your cable box can be
controlled by the following buttons on the remote
control of the VCR.

•

POWER (CABLE BOX)

To turn the cable box on or off.

•

CH (CABLE BOX)

To select cable channels in the upper or lower
direction. (not applicable to some brands of
cable box.)

•

Number buttons (0 – 9)

To select desired channels to record.

•

100

Some cable boxes require you to use this
button as the enter button. Press this button
after selecting the cable channel with number
buttons.

(Continued)

35

Cable Box Set-up (continued)

Table of cable box brand codes

Brand name of your
cable box

Toshiba 36
Anvision 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,

26, 58, 62, 84

Archer 1, 20, 21, 29, 42, 44, 63,

88, 91

Cablestar 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,

26, 58, 62, 84
Cableview 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 88
Citizen 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 88
Curtis 8, 9, 56, 61
Diamond 1, 20, 21, 29, 42, 44, 63,

88, 91
Eagle 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,

26, 58, 62, 84
Eastern 26, 28
GC Brand 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 88
Gemini 4, 30, 85
General Instrument 1, 2, 3, 4, 31, 34, 55, 85,

91
Hamlin 14, 15, 28, 41
Hitachi 31, 79, 80
Jerrold 1, 2, 3, 4, 31, 34, 55, 85,

91
Macom 31, 79, 80
Magnavox 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,

26, 58, 62, 84
Movietime 29, 32, 38, 39, 42, 44, 88
NSC 29, 32, 38, 39, 42, 44, 88
OAK 10, 11, 12, 13, 46
OAK Sigma 10, 11, 12, 13, 46
Panasonic 6, 8, 16, 17
Philips 4, 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24,

25, 26, 58, 62, 84
Pioneer 5, 6, 78
Pulsar 30, 42, 44, 52, 63, 88
Randtek 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,

26, 58, 62, 84
RCA 6, 8, 16, 17
Realistic 44, 88
Regal 14, 23, 41, 84
Regency 26, 28
Rembrandt 29, 32, 38, 39, 42, 44, 88
Samsung 4, 6, 32, 42, 78
Scientific Atlanta 8, 9, 56, 61
Sheritech 27
SL Mark 4, 6, 32, 42, 78
Sprucher 6, 8, 16, 17
Stargate 4, 6, 30, 32, 42, 44, 52, 63,

78, 88
Sylvania 19
Teknika 74

Brand code

36

Brand name of your
cable box

Telecaption 77
Teleview 4, 6, 32, 42, 78
Texscan 18, 19
Tocom 1, 33, 34, 42, 48, 49, 73,

91

Unika 1, 20, 21, 29, 42, 44, 63,

88, 91

Universal 29, 42, 43, 44, 52, 63, 82,

88
Videoway 7, 23, 45, 50, 84
Viewstar 13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25,

26, 58, 62, 84
Warner Amex 6
Zenith 7, 23, 45, 50, 84

Brand code

RECORDING

DSS® Satellite Receiver Set-up

The VCR can directly control channel selecting of the connected DSS® satellite receiver.

DSS® Satellite Receiver Control

This VCR needs to be connected to a DSS
satellite receiver equipped with an infrared
wireless remote control. You can select
satellite channels from the DSS

®

satellite

receiver by operating this VCR.

®

DSS

is registered trademark of DIRECTV,

Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics.
It is also possible to automatically change

the satellite channels according to your
program setting in the timer program
recording.

Placing the DSS® Satellite
Receiver

Put the DSS® satellite receiver on the top of
the VCR as shown below. Do not block the
sensor window.

DSS® satellite receiver

Connection Type

®

Type A

Satellite
antenna

RF IN

3CH
4CH

DSS® satellite receiver

Type B

Satellite
antenna

®

DSS

satellite receiver

3CH
4CH

RF OUT

RECORDING

RF IN

RF OUT

Incoming cable

Wall

Sensor window

Front of the VCR

The infrared signals come out of the sensor
window and the front of the VCR. Then they
bounce off walls and other objects in the
room and are received by the DSS

®

satellite

receiver. The VCR sends out infrared

®

signals to your DSS

satellite receiver even

during timer program recording.

Notes

• If the channels cannot be controlled properly
because the infrared signal fails to reach the DSS
satellite receiver, change the position of the
receiver on the VCR so that it can receive the
signal.

• Keep the DSS
while the VCR is in the timer program recording.

®

satellite receiver turned on even

LINE IN 1

LINE OUT

®

(Continued)

37

DSS® Satellite Receiver Set-up (continued)

)

)

Preparation

Select the video channel (3 or 4) or video input mode on the TV.

DSS® Satellite Receiver Set-up

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

Press

1

65

9

100

Number
buttons

Select “PRESET” using FF or

2

and press

I.SELECT
REW

FF

FFREW

PLAY/x2,

PROG.

ENTER

to display the MENU screen.

REW

,

.

n

ED:

PROGRAM

PROG

SET UP

CLOCK S
CH

MEMO
CABLE B
GU I DE HC

PRESET

ET
RY
OX / DSS

ENTER

STOP

Select “CABLE BOX/DSS” using

ENTER
POWER

(CABLE BOX

3

PLAY/x2
ENTER

.

or

STOP

, and press

PROGRAM

USE

SET UP

n

PRESET

C.BOXO

SSD

CH
(CABLE BOX

PROG.

Select “DSS” using FF.

4

PROG

n

ED:

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL

SET UP

O

n

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

3

n

SSD

HC

38

PROG

n

ED:

Select “OUTPUT CH” using

5

either of the following according to your connection.

T ype A: the output channel number of
your DSS

number buttons

the rear of the DSS

Type B: the line input mode “L1” using

I.SELECT

®

satellite receiver using

. (Usually 3 or 4. Check

®

satellite receiver.)

.

PLAY/x2

or

STOP

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL

OSETCH

T

PROG

n

ED:

, and enter

(Example)

SET UP

O

n

C.BOX

PUSH ~90EYSK

PRESET

3

n

OFFO

SSD

HC

Select “CONTROL” using

6

or “OFF” using

FF

or

REW

PLAY/x2

.

or

STOP

, and set to “ON”

ON: if your DSS® satellite receiver is
remote-controllable.

• Satellite channels will be selected by

CH (CABLE BOX)

on the remote

control.

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL
BRAnTDYPE

The VCR can change the satellite
channel to the desired one when timer

n

ED:

PROG

recording starts.

→ Go to step 7.
OFF: if your DSS

NON remote-controllable.

• Satellite channels will be selected by
the own channel selector of the DSS
satellite receiver .

®

satellite receiver is

PROGRAM

USE

®

OUT UT CHP
COnTORL

The VCR channel should be set to the
output channel of the DSS

®

satellite

n

ED:

PROG

receiver.

→ Go to step 8.

Select “BRAND TYPE” using

7

of your DSS

®

satellite receiver using

STOP

, and enter a brand code

number buttons

to the table on the next page.

Example: For a TOSHIBA DSS® satellite receiver, identified by
number 99.

SET UP

O

n

SET UP

O

n

PRESET

C.BOX

3

OFFO

n

n

O

.

1

PRESET

C.BOX

3

n

OFFO

. Refer

SSD

HC

RECORDING

SSD

HC

PROGRAM

USE
OUT UT CHP
COnTORL
BRAnTDYPE

PROG

n

ED:

SET UP

n

O

PRESET

C.BOX

OFFO

O

n

.

VCR display

SSD

HC

3

n

99

Make sure that the background of the above display has changed to
the satellite program on channel 200. If not, relocate the DSS

®

satellite receiver on the VCR so that it can receive the infrared signal.

Press

8

Notes

• If your satellite channel does not change to 200 in step 7, the DSS

PROG.

to exit.

®

satetllite
receiver will not be able to change channels in the timer recording. In this
case, set “CONTROL” to “OFF” in step 6.

• The VCR Plus+ C

• The DSS

®

satellite receiver control is not compatible with the cable box

3

®

system recording is not available on satellite channels.

control.

(Continued)

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DSS® Satellite Receiver Set-up (continued)

Buttons to control a remote­controllable DSS® satellite receiver

Once you complete the set-up for a remote
controllable DSS
satellite receiver can be controlled by the
following buttons on the remote control of the
VCR.

•

POWER (CABLE BOX)

To turn the DSS® satellite receiver on or off.

CH (CABLE BOX)

•

To select satellite channels in the upper or
lower direction. (not applicable to some brands
of DSS

•

Number buttons (0 – 9)

®

To select desired channels to record.

®

satellite receiver, your DSS

satellite receiver.)

Table of DSS® satellite receiver brand
codes

®

Brand name of your

®

satellite receiver

DSS

Brand code

TOSHIBA 99
RCA 98
SONY 97

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RECORDING

T

MTS Broadcast Compatibility

This VCR can receive or record MTS (Multichannel TV Sound) broadcasts. By connecting the VCR to
your stereo system or stereo TV, you will experience the SAP or stereo sound.

Preparation

Connect a stereo TV or stereo system to the AUDIO OUT jacks of the VCR.

Recording the SAP/Stereo Broadcast

On the SET UP screen (page 15),

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

1

65

9

100

FFREW

DISPLAY

1
1, 2

select “SAP SET” using

STOP
FF

Press

2

Perform a recording.

3

, and set to “ON” using

.

PROG.

to exit.

PLAY/x2

REW

or

or

1

PROGRAM

TAPE LE
SAP SET
SIMULCAST

ANTE A

nn

LA

n

GUAG

X

DS InOF

PROG

n

ED:

n

E

GT

SET UP

H

PRESET

120 016 801

n

OFFO

n

OFFO

O

UAT

M

n

EG RFA SPE

n

OFFO

UA

n

RECORDING

A.SELEC

SAP (Second Audio Program broadcast):

A separate audio program, usually broadcast in a second language with the
main language.

Selecting a sound

Sounds recorded on the tape

According to your setting of “SAP SET” on the SET UP screen, the sound is recorded onto different
tracks of the tape as below. Set “SAP SET” to “ON” or “OFF” appropriately.

Type of receiving
broadcast

Regular
(monaural audio)

Stereo
Regular+SAP

Stereo+SAP

Setting of “SAP SET”
on the SET UP
screen

“ON” or “OFF” not lit not lit MONO MONO MONO
“ON” or “OFF” not lit lit MONO (MIXED)

“ON” lit not lit MONO MONO SAP

“OFF” lit not lit MONO MONO MONO

“ON” lit lit MONO MONO SAP

“OFF” lit lit MONO (MIXED)

On-Screen Display
(Press

DISPLAY

.)

Contents of recorded sound

Normal sound

track (Mono)

Hi-Fi sound track

L

STEREO

STEREO

R“SAP” “STEREO”

Sounds in playback

You can play SAP and/or stereo broadcasts with this VCR. Press

Desired sound
SAP sound
Stereo sound

L , R indicators in the VCR display
R (right) is on.
Both R (right) and L (left) are on.

A.SELECT

Sound output
SAP
Stereo

to select a desired sound.

Note

When the TV is connected to the RF OUT terminal of the VCR, the output sound is monaural.

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RECORDING

Simulcast Recording

When TV program such as MTV, HBO or MAX is being simulcast in FM stereo in your area, the VCR can
also record the simulcast sound from an FM stereo tuner or receiver onto the Hi-Fi track and normal
track.

Preparation

• Connect the TV and stereo system to the VCR as below.

• Turn on the connected FM tuner and tune to the station for the simulcast program.

To the FM antenna terminal

Broadcast or
incoming cable

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

AUDIO OUT

65

9

100

FFREW

3
4

5
1

6
1

1, 2

LINE IN 1 AUDIO

Simulcast Recording

On the SET UP screen (page 15),

1

select “SIMULCAST” using
or
or FF.

Press

2

Select the desired channel using

3

CH/TRK

If you use a cable box, select a desired channel on the box.

Select the recording tape speed using

4

AUDIO IN

STOP

PROG.

AUDIO OUT

PLAY/x2

, and set to “ON” using

to exit.

on the remote control.

REW

CHANNEL

SP/SLP

nn

GUAGE

PROG

GT

n

SET UP

H

120 016 801

EG RFA SPE

PROGRAM

TAPE LE
SAP SET
SIMULCAST
ANTE A

LA

n

X

DS InOF

n

ED:

on the VCR or

.

PRESET

n

OFFO

n

OFFO

O

UAT

M

n

n

OFFO

UA

n

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5
6

Press
Press

REC

to start recording.

STOP

to stop recording.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

2

0

PROG.

T

Multi Brand Remote Control

The remote control can be compatible with various brands of TV by setting their control codes. The
TOSHIBA code has initially been set to control TOSHIBA TVs.

Setting Control Codes

23

1

4

78

0

PLAY/x2

STOP

1

POWER

FFREW

CH/TRK
TV VOL

100

Number
buttons

DISPLAY

I.SELEC
ENTER

65

9

100

2, 3

Press TV to set the remote control operating your TV.

1

While holding down

2

the two digits of your TV’s brand

PROG.

, enter

Hold down.

Example

code (listed on page 44) using

number buttons

Release

3

Point the remote control at your TV and use each button listed

4

PROG.

.

.

below to make sure that your TV is operated correctly.

POWER
CH/TRK

To turn the TV on or off.
To select TV channels in the upper or lower

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

direction.

TV VOL
I.SELECT
Number buttons

To adjust the sound level.
To select an external source such as a VCR.
To select TV channels. When selecting channels

1 to 9, first enter 0 and then the desired number.

100
DISPLAY
ENTER

To substitute for 100 channel key.
To turn on or off TV’s screen display.
To use for the TV’s ENTER key.

Important

Some TVs may not respond to all the operations above, or
may not be operated at all with this remote control. In this
case, operate your TV with its own remote control.

Notes

• For some brands, several control codes (brand codes) are allocated. Try
each of them until the buttons work on your TV.

• If you replace the remote control’s batteries, set the brand code again.

(Continued)

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Multi Brand Remote Control (continued)

Table of Brand Codes

Brand name of your TV

Toshiba 01
Bell & Howell 09
Carver 10
Celebrity 03
Citizen 12
Curtis Mathes 09, 12
Dumont 14
Electro band 03
Emerson 09, 11
Fisher 09
GE 02, 07, 11
Gibralter 14
Goldstar 11
Hallmark 11
Hitachi 06
Infinity 10
JBL 10
JCB 03
JVC 05
LXI 01, 02, 09, 10, 11
Magnavox 10
Marantz 10
Megatron 06, 11
Memorex 04, 09, 11
MGA 04, 11
Midland 02, 07, 14
Mitsubishi 04, 11
Motorola 08
MTC 12
NAD 01, 11
Nikko 11
Optimus 09
Optonica 08
Panasonic 07, 10, 15
Penney 01, 02, 07, 11, 12
Philco 10
Philips 10
Pioneer 16
Princeclub 12
Prism 07
Proscan 02

Brand Code

Brand name of your TV

Proton 11
Pulser 14
Quasar 07, 15
Radio Shack 13
RCA 02
Realistic 09, 11, 13
Runco (NEC) 14
Samsung 11, 12
Sanyo 09
Scotch 11
Scott 11
Sears 01, 02, 09, 10, 11
Sharp 08, 13
Sony 03
Soundesign 11
Supreme 03
Sylvania 10
Tandy 08
Technics 07, 15
Techwood 07
Teknika 04, 10, 12
TMK 11
Victor 05
Vidikron 10
Vidtech 11
Wards 10, 11, 13
Zenith 14

Brand Code

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Before Calling Service Personnel

Check the following symptoms before requesting servicing.

No power.

• The power cord is not plugged in.

– Plug the power cord into the outlet firmly.

Although the power is on, the VCR will
not work.

• There is no cassette.

– Load a cassette. (page 19)

The clock does not work.

• There has been a power failure.

– Reset the clock. (page 16)

The timer does not work properly.

• The time is incorrect.

– Set the clock correctly. (page 16)

The picture does not appear on the TV
screen.

• The video channel or video input mode is not
set correctly.

– Set the TV channel to the video channel (3 or

4) or set the video input mode on the TV.
(page 11)

• The TV signal is weak.

– Adjust the antenna direction or use an

optional antenna booster.

• The power cord is not plugged in.

– Plug the power cord into the outlet firmly.

The picture does not appear on the TV
screen during recording and playback.

• The video channel or VCR mode is not set
correctly.

– Press

TV/VCR

set the TV channel to 3 or 4. (pages 11, 25)

to select the VCR mode and

The VCR does not record.

• The loaded cassette has no safety tab.

– Use a cassette with a safety tab or cover the

hole with adhesive tape. (page 19)

The playback picture is poor.

• Tracking is not set appropriately.

– Adjust the tracking manually. (page 20)

• The video heads are dirty.

– Clean the video heads with a commercially

available cleaning tape.

The desired sound is not heard, such as
SAP, stereo, or regular sound.

• Setting of sounds is not correct.

– Select a desired sound using

(page 41)

A.SELECT

.

Noise is present in the Hi-Fi sound being
played.

• Tracking is not set appropriately.

– Adjust the tracking manually. (page 20)

The timer recording function does not
work.

• There is an error in programming.

– Reset the timer recording program. (page 26)

• There is no cassette in the VCR.

– Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.

(page 19)

• The cassette does not have the safety tab.

– Use another cassette with a safety tab or

cover the hole with adhesive tape. (page 19)

• The timer indicator is not displayed.

– Press both

• There has been a power failure.

– Reset the clock. (page 16)

• The cable box set-up has not been set correctly.

– Make the set-up correctly. (page 34)

• The cable box is not turned on.

– Turn on the cable box.

TIMER

The VCR Plus+ C

simultaneously. (page 27)

3

®

system recording

cannot be done.

• The guide channel numbers are not set up
correctly.

– Make the guide channel number setting.

(page 29)

• The cable box is not turned on when the
channel comes in the VCR via the cable box.

– Turn on the cable box.

• The cable box set-up has not been set correctly.

– Make the set-up correctly. (page 34)

• The timer indicator is not displayed.

– Press both

TIMER

simultaneously. (page 32)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

(Continued)

45

Before Calling Service Personnel (continued)

The remote control does not work
properly.

• The batteries are exhausted.

– Replace all batteries. (page 10)

• The remote control is operated beyond the
operating range.

– Make sure the remote control is within 30° of

the remote sensor on the VCR. (page 10)

• Too far from the VCR.

– Use the remote control within 7 m from the

front of the VCR. (page 10)

• An obstacle may be in the way of the operation.

– Remove the obstacle.

• The operating mode of the remote control is not
set correctly.

VCR

– Press

equipment you want to operate. (pages 14, 43)

The cassette is ejected immediately after
it is loaded.

• The cassette was inserted with the label side
not paralleling the compartment.

– Reload it carefully. (page 19)

or TV depending on the

The cassette does not go into the cassette
compartment.

• There is already a cassette in the VCR.

– Eject the cassette and reload the new one.

(page 19)

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Specifications

Power supply: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption: 19 W
External dimensions: 430 × 96.5 × 281 mm (W.H.D.)
Mass: 3.8 kg
Channels received: VHF: Channels 2–13

UHF: Channels 14–69
CATV: Channels 1–125

Antenna input/output terminals: UHF/VHF: 75 Ω F type connector
Signal system: Standard NTSC
Recording/Playback system: Recording: VHS format (SP, SLP)

Playback: VHS format (SP, LP, SLP)

Cassette: Video cassette with
Tape speed: SLP: 11.1 mm/s, SP: 33.4 mm/s
Video recording/playback time: SLP: 480 minutes, SP: 160 minutes (When T-160

video cassette is used.)

Fast forward time: Within approx. 80 s (When T-120 video cassette is

used.)

High speed rewind time: Within approx. 54 s (when T-120 video cassette is

used.)

Video input: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, unbalanced, negative sync., pin

jack

Video output: 1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, unbalanced, negative sync., pin

jack

Audio input: Line input: 308 mV (rms), more than 47 kΩ, pin

jack

Audio output: Line output: 308 mV (rms), less than 4.7 kΩ, pin

jack

Audio frequency range (Hi-Fi): 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Audio dynamic range (Hi-Fi): 90 dB
Utilization conditions: Temperature: 5°C to 40°C

Humidity: less than RH 80%

mark

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Accessories

Antenna cable ....................................... 1

Remote control..................................... 1

Batteries (AAA) .................................... 2

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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LIMITED WARRANTY T OSHIBA VIDEO
CASSETTE RECORDER

Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc. (“TACP”) and Toshiba Hawaii Inc. (“THI”) make the following limited warranties.
These limited warranties extend to the original consumer purchaser or any person receiving this set as a gift from the original
consumer purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee.

Limited Ninety (90) Day Warranty

TACP/THI warrant this product against defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of ninety days
after the date of original retail purchase. During this
period, TACP/THI will repair a defective product or
part, without charge to you. You must deliver the entire
product to a TACP/THI Authorized Service Station. You
are responsible for all transportation and insurance charges
for the set to and from the Authorized Service Station.

Limited One (1) Year Warranty

TACP/THI further warrant the parts in this product
against defects in materials or workmanship for a period
of one (1) year after the date of original retail purchase.
During this period, TACP/THI will replace a defective
part without charge to you, except that if a defective part
is replaced after ninety (90) days from the date of the
original retail purchase, you pay labor charges involved
in the replacement. You must also deliver the entire
product to a TACP/THI Authorized Service Station. You
are responsible for all transportation and insurance charges
for the set to and from the Authorized Service Station.

Rental Units

The warranty for rental units begin with the first rental or
thirty (30) days from the date of shipment to the rental
firm, whichever comes first.

Commercial Units

Products sold and used for commercial use have a limited
ninety (90) day warranty for all parts and labor.

Owner’s Manual and Demographic Card

You should read the owner’s manual thoroughly before
operating this product. You should complete and mail
the enclosed Demographic card within ten (10) days
after you, or the person who has given you this product
as a gift, purchased this product. This is one way to
enable TACP/THI to provide you with better customer
service and improved products. Failure to return the card
will not affect your rights under this warranty.

Your Responsibility

The above warranties are subject to the following
conditions:
(1) You must retain your bill of sale or provide other

proof of purchase.

(2) You must notify an Authorized TACP/THI Service

Station within thirty (30) days after you discover a
defective product or part.

(3) All warranty servicing of this product must be made

by an Authorized TACP/THI Service Station.

(4) These warranties are effective only if the product is

purchased and operated in the U.S.A or Puerto Rico.

(5) Labor service charges for set installation. Set up,

adjustment of customer controls and installation of
repair or antenna systems are not covered by this
warranty. Reception problems caused by inadequate
antenna systems are your responsibility.

(6) Warranties extend only to defects in materials or

workmanship as limited above and do not extend to
any product or parts which have been lost or discarded
by you or to damage to products or parts caused by
misuse, accident, damage caused by Acts of God,
such as lightning or fluctuations in electric power,
improper installation, improper maintenance or use
in violation of instructions furnished by us; or to
units which have been altered or modified without
authorization of TACP/THI or to damage to products
or parts there of which have had the serial number
removed, altered, defaced or rendered illegible.

(7) At you option, after the warranty period has expired

in the U.S.A. Call (800)-631-3811 to receive
information concerning an exchange price. Payment
must be enclosed with the product in the form of a
certified check or money order and forward your
product to:
Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc.
Returns Center
1420C Toshiba Dr.
Lebanon, TN 37087

(8) Upon receipt we will, at our option, replace your unit

with a new or refurbished unit of equal value.
Features may not be identical to your original product.

(9) Physically damaged units are not acceptable for

repair or exchange in or out of warranty and will be
returned as received.

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LIMITED WARRANTY (continued)

How to Obtain Warranty Service

(1)Refer to the troubleshooting guide in your owner's manual. This check list may solve your problem.
(2)Call the TACP toll free number 800-631-3811 within (30) days after you find a defective product or part.
(3)Arrange for the delivery of the product to the Authorized TACP/THI Service Station. Products shipped to the
Service Station must be insured and safely and securely packed, preferably in the original shipping carton, and
a letter explaining the defect and also a copy of the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must be enclosed.

In the Continental United States contact: In Hawaii contact

Toshiba Hawaii
327 Kamakee Street,

Toll Free
800-631-3811

All warranties implied by state law, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, are expressly limited to the duration of the limited warranties set forth above. With the exception of any
warranties implied by state law as hereby limited, the foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties,
guarantees, agreements and similar obligations of manufacturer or seller with respect to the repair or replacement of
any parts. In no event shall TACP/THI be liable for consequential or incidental damages.

Honolulu, HA 96814
(808)-591-8377

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of these warranties
in any manner whatsoever. The time within action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of TACP/THI arising
under the warranty or under any statute, or law of the United States or any state thereof, is hereby limited to ninety (90)
days from the date you discover or should have discovered the defect. This limitation does not apply to implied
warranties arising under state law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, when
an action may be brought or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above provisions
may not apply to you.

ATTENTION CANADIAN CONSUMERS:

Canadian consumers are requested to complete the special Canadian “Warranty Registration Form” enclosed and
forward this completed form with a copy of bill of sale to TOSHIBA OF CANADA to “Register and Validate” their
warranty. Product must be purchased from an Authorized Canadian Dealer.

Products purchased in the U.S.A and used in Canada are not covered by these warranties.

IMPORTANT: PACKING AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTION

When you send the product to a Service Station, you should use the original carton box and packing material, then insert
the original carton box containing the unite into another carton, using more packing material.

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