TOSHIBA W708 Service Manual

FILE NO. 110-200001

General Descriptions

Adjustment Procedures

Servicing diagrams

Part List

SERVICE MANUAL NC MECHANICAL DECK

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

W-708

General Descriptions

Adjustment Procedures

Servicing Diagrams

Parts List

Mar., 2000 Y

SAFETY NOTICE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

LEAKAGE CURRENT CHECK

Plug the AC line cord directly into a 120V AC outlet (do not use an isolation transformer for this check). Use an AC Voltmeter, having 5000 W per volt or more sensitivity. Connect a 1500 W 10 W resistor, paralleled by a

0.15 µF 150V AC capacitor between a known good earth ground (water pipe, conduit, etc.) and all exposed metal parts of cabinet (antennas, handle bracket, metal cabinet, screwheads, metal overlays, control shafts, etc.).

READING SHOULD NOT EXCEED 0.3V

Measure the AC voltage across the 1500 W resistor. The test must be conducted with the AC switch on and then repeated with the AC switch off. The AC voltage indicated by the meter may not exceed 0.3 V. A reading exceeding 0.3 V indicates that a dangerous potential exists, the fault must be located and corrected. Repeat the above test with the VCR power plug reversed. NEVER RETURN A VCR TO THE CUSTOMER WITHOUT TAKING NECESSARY CORRECTIVE ACTION.

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

AC OUTLET

Test all exposed metal. Voltmeter Hook-up for Leakage Current Check

1500 W 10 W

0.15µF 150V AC

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.

AC VOL TMETER (5000 W per volt or more sensitivity)

Good earth ground such as a water pipe, conduit, etc.

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.

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SECTION 1 GENERAL DESCRIPTIONS

1. OWNER'S MANUAL

Parts List

Video Cassette Recorder

W-708 W-701

OWNER’S MANUAL

POWER

EJECT

PROG.TV

REC

PAUSE/STILL

REV FF

PLAY

STOP

This publication is printed on recycled paper

70971842

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.

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-708/W-701

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: 615-449-2360

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

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the 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.

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.

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.

INTRODUCTION

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.

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.

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.

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

INTRODUCTION

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.

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.

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.

S3125A

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.

Contents

INTRODUCTION

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

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

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS.............. 3

IMPORT ANT SAFETY

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

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

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

• Front Panel

• Remote Control

• VCR Display

• Rear Panel

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 .......................... 20

PLAYBACK

Explains variable functions concerning playback.

Playback ............................................ 21

•19µ HEAD

• DNR

Variable Speed Playback.................. 22

• Picture Search

• Still Picture

• Slow-motion Picture

• Frame Advance

• Double Speed Playback

• Shuttle Dial Operation

Useful Functions in Tape

Operation........................................... 24

• Counter Function

• Tape Remaining Time

• Index Search Function

RECORDING

Explains recording functions.

Recording a TV Program .................. 26

• Watching a TV program while recording another

• Recording off time setting

Timer Program Recording ............... 27

VCR Plus+® system Set-up .............. 30

VCR Plus+

system Recording........ 32

MTS Broadcast Compatibility.......... 34

Simulcast Recording ........................ 35

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Multi Brand Remote Control ............ 36

Before Calling Service Personnel ... 38

Specifications ................................... 40

Accessories....................................... 40

LIMITED WARRANTY........................ 41

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

VIDEO jack

LINE IN 2 AUDIO

(L/MONO, R) jacks

Remote Control

To operate this VCR.

To operate your TV.

REMAIN/COUNTER

20 15

Number buttons

(For W-708 only)

POWER

c EJECT

LINE IN 2

VIDEO L-MONO-AUDIO-R

REC

VCR

I.SELECT

DISPLAY

SP/SLP

REC

REW

SLOW

PROG.

VCR Plus+

EJECT

CANCEL

A.SELECT

Cassette compartment

CHANNEL

REC

Remote sensor

14 36

26 26

24 24 26

21 22

15 32

20 29

100

REMAIN/

COUNT RESET

COUNTER

REC

PLAY/x2

CURSOR

STOP

CANCEL

A.SELECTVCR Plus

POWER

CH/TRK

TV VOL

TV/VCR

TIMER

FFREW

PAUSE/STILL

VCR TV

I.SELECT

DISPLAY

SP/SLP

SLOW

PROG. ENTER

EJECT INDEX

REV

FWD

(

)

PAUSE/STILL

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE/STILL

VCR display

POWER CH/TRK

100 TV VOL

TV/VCR

15 26

COUNT RESET TIMER PLAY/x2 FF

PAUSE/STILL

STOP

DNR

ENTER DNR

(For W-708 only) INDEX

* These buttons are used to control the

cursor on the screen.

PLAY

STOP

SHUTTLE

21 21

VCR Display

INTRODUCTION

VCR indicator

Cassette indicator

POWER indicator

POWER

SLP

REC

REC (Recording) indicator

Tape speed indicator (SP/SLP)

Rear Panel

To wall outlet

VCR

TIMER

Timer recording indicator

REMAIN indicator

REMAIN

OFF indicator

OFF

Channel indicator

Tape running direction/speed indicator

LINE OUT VIDEO jack

LINE IN 1 VIDEO jack

Multifunctional indicator

DT (Digital Auto Tracking) indicator

RF IN (FROM ANT.) terminal

Hi-Fi (L/R) indicators

L: Left channel R:Right channel

off: Normal track

LINE IN 1 AUDIO jacks (L, R)

CH selector (3/4)

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.

RF OUT (TO TV) terminal

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

rear panel.

Install 2 batteries (“AAA” size) following

the polarity diagrams.

Close the battery compartment lid.

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

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

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.

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

VCR. Connect the RF OUT terminal to the TV.

PREPARATION

VHF/UHF combinaion antenna

(FROM ANT.)

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.

VHF antenna only

AUDIO/VIDEO Connections

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

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.

UHF antenna only

Antenna splitter (not supplied)

VHF/UHF

VHF UHF

LINE OUT VIDEO

VIDEO IN

AUDIO INLINE OUT AUDIO

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

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

• 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

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

I.SELECT

• Press

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.

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

VCR

to set the remote control operating the VCR.

VCR display

Tuning in progress.

VCR display

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.

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

PLAY/x2

VCR

to set the remote control operating the VCR.

Setting the Language

VCR POWER

100

REW FF

FFREW

STOP

PLAY/x2, STOP

ENTER

PROG.

Press Press

POWER PROG.

1 2

The following screen appears on the TV.

Select the language using

(

CURSOR

) or

) , and press

The screen turns to the MENU screen.

to turn on the VCR.

PLAY/x2

STOP (CURSOR

PROG.

ED:

PROGRAM

PROG

PROGRAM

SET UP

GLSIH

FRA E

SPA

SET UP

ÇA I

PRESET

PREPARATION

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.

SET UP

PROGRAM

GUAG

PROG

TAPE LE SAP SET

SIMULCAST ANTE A LA X

DS InOF

ED:

To exit, press

PRESET

120 016 801

OFFO

OFFO UATOUA

EG RFA SPE

OFFO

PROG.

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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.

ED:

PROG

ENTER

(Continued)

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

PROG.

The MENU screen appears on the TV.

Select “PRESET” using FF or

press

ENTER

Note

“GUIDE CH” is for W-708 only.

Press

Select “A UTO” or “MANU” using

STOP

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 FF. Set to “IN” or “OUT” for the summer (daylight saving) time using or

STOP

the description in step 9.)

Move to the next using FF.

(To move back, press

Vary the digits to set the hour.

PLAY/x2 STOP

: To decrease.

Repeat steps 5 and 6 to set the minutes,

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

Proceed to step 10 to start the clock.

REW

SET UP

PRESET

ET RY OX / D S S

SET UP

PRESET

TED

ENTER

PROGRAM

CLOCK S

MEMO

CH CABLE B GU I DE HC

PROG

ED:

to select “CLOCK SET”.

PROGRAM

CK S E T SUMMEMERTI

TOU1000SA1’/

12 :

PROG

MANU

ED:

PLAY/

. (F or “IN” and “OUT” selections, see

REW

: To increase.

PLAY/x2

, and

ENTER

RYETI

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.

CK S E T SUMMEMERTI

PROG

PLAY/x2

SET UP

EAS

10 00SA1’/

REW

PROGRAM

AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

ED:

Select the options using FF or

Change the data using

STOP

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

PROG.

Now the clock starts.

PRESET

CTI

TER

TED

AEYTI

ENTER

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

PLAY/x2

STOP

CH/TRK

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

Incoming Antenna/Cable (CATV) Signals

Press

PROG.

Number

buttons

100

FFREW

100 I.SELECT

REW FF PLAY/x2,

STOP ENTER

Select “PRESET” using FF or

and press

Note

“GUIDE CH” is for W-708 only.

Select “CH MEMORY” using

STOP

1, 6

to display the MENU screen.

REW

ENTER

PLA Y/

, and press

ENTER

PROGRAM

CLOCK S CH CABLE B GU I DE HC

PROG

ED:

PROGRAM

TV / C TAV AUTO SCA ADD CH ERAS CEH

SET UP

MEMO

SET UP

ET RY OX / D S S

PRESET

TV TVAC

–– ––

PRESET

OFFO CH CH

PREPARATION

ENTER

ED:

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

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

Select “AUTO SCAN” using

STOP

, and press FF to set to

“ON”.

The VCR starts scanning and the

PLA Y/x2

PROGRAM

AUTO SCA

channels are stored in the VCR in ascending order. When the scanning is finished, the screen automatically

ED:

returns.

Press

PROG.

to exit.

PROG

REW

SET UP

PRESET

OCH2

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

To erase channels

PROGRAM

TV / C TAV AUTO SCA ADD CH ERAS CEH

OSETCH

PROG

ED:

PROGRAM

TV / C TAV AUTO SCA ADD CH ERAS CEH

OSETCH

PROG

ED:

PUSH ~90EYSK

3)Enter a channel number of 1 to 125 using

number buttons

. For more than 100 number, first press 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.

SET UP

PLAY/X2

PRESET

FFO

–– ––

PRESET

FFO

–– ––

100

TVAC

Cable Box/DSS Output Channel Setting

To set the Cable Box/DSS output Channel on the VCR.

1)Press

2)Select “PRESET” using FF or

3)Select “CABLE BOX/DSS” using

4)Select “NO”, “C.BO X” or “DSS” using FF or

5)If set to “C.BOX” or “DSS”, select “OUTPUT CH”

6)Press

PROG.

to display the MENU screen.

REW

ENTER

STOP

, and press

ENTER

ED:

USE

PROGRAM

PROG

, and press

PLAY/X2

SET UP

C.BOXO

PRESET

SSD

REW

according to your connection type. using

PLAY/X2

STOP

. Then enter the output channel number of your cable box (Usually 3 or 4, check the rear of the cable box.) or line input mode “L1” using the

I.SELECT

button according

to your connection.

SET UP

C.BOX

PRESET

SSD

PROG.

to exit.

USE OUT UT CHP

ED:

PROGRAM

OSETCH

PUSH ~90EYSK

PROG

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

TV CATV STD (HRC/IRC)

123456789 –23456789

1(A-8)

234

…

121 122 123 124 125

…

121 122 123 124 125

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

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)

… … …

PREPARATION

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.

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.

• 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.

To record again

Cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

PLAYBACK

Playback

This section explains the basic playback operation.

Preparation

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

• Press

VCR

to set the remote control operating the VCR.

Basic Playback

Load a recorded cassette.

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

Press

PLAY/x2

T o stop pla yback, press

Rewinding / Fast-forwarding

Press

REW

to start playback.

or FF in the stop mode.

PLAY/x2

STOP

VCR CH/TR

100

FFREW

19 REW DNR

STOP

POWER

PLAYBACK

POWER SP

VCR

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

CH/TRK

adjust the tracking manually.

• To resume the digital auto tracking, hold down

both

CHANNEL

on the VCR 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

CHANNEL

on the VCR

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

19µ HEAD

You can view high quality pictures while playing back a tape recorded in the SLP tape speed. By pressing 19µ repeatedly, the 19µ HEAD 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.

DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) (For W-708 only)

The noise reduction function of this VCR is based on a digital signal system utilizing memory, and is effective in the playback of noisy tapes.

Furthermore the CSE (Color Signal Enhancement) circuit, which is included in the system, compensates for color signal weakness and gives the best possible color. Thanks to this circuit color distortion is reduced and a sharp picture is played back.

Press

DNR

DnR On: Usually set to “On”.

DnR OFF: This function will not work. Notes

• The DNR playback is available only in the playback mode.

• Depending on the recorded picture, for example too vivid or too noisy, you may not notice a reduction in the noise.

• The noise reduction may not work on pictures recorded from special equipment such as TV game machines or computers.

repeatedly to select the following:

The “DnR On” will appear on the TV screen and you can view the picture with less noise.

PLAYBACK

Variable Speed Playback

You can play back a tape at various tape speeds.

Picture Search

PLAY/x2

STOP

100

PLAY/x2 REW

FFREW

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

The tape runs at 5 times the normal playback speed.

To change the tape speed to 7 times the normal playback

REW

speed, press and hold

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

Note

If you press FF or forwarding or rewinding.

REW

during picture search, the mode changes to fast-

To resume normal playback

Press

PLAY/x2

during playback.

REW

Still Picture

A picture freezes so that you can watch closer.

Press

PAUSE/STILL

The picture freezes.

To resume normal playback

PAUSE/STILL

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.

CH/TRK

during playback.

until the picture becomes

Slow-motion Picture

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

Press

SLOW

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

PLAY/x2

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.

during playback.

SLOW

, the speed

until the best picture is obtained.

Frame Advance

A picture advances frame by frame.

Press

PLAY/x2

Each time you press

during still playback.

PLAY/x2

, the picture

advances one frame. If you press and hold

PLAY/x2

, the tape runs

at 1/30th the normal playback speed.

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.

Double Speed Playback

A tape runs at twice the normal speed.

Press

PLAY/x2

The picture runs at twice the normal playback speed.

To resume normal playback

PLAY/x2

Press

during playback.

PLAYBACK

Turn the

shuttle dial

Rewinding

Picture

on the VCR.

Initial mode of tape operation

Picture

–x7

–x5

Reverse

playback

Rewinding

Reverse

playback

Reverse

playback

–x1

playback

–x1

Stop

Playback

Reverse

–x1

Fast-

Picture

forwarding

Fast-

forwarding

Fast-

forwarding

Double

speed

playback

Picture

Still

Slow

1/15

1/7

Slow

Normal

playback

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.

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.

* SQPB is an abbreviation for S-VHS Quasi Playback.

Counter Function

PLAY/x2

REMAIN/

FFREW

COUNTER COUNT RESET

DISPLAY PLAY/x2

STOP ENTER

100

STOP

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

REMAIN/COUNTER

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

. The y are s witchable with

REMAIN/COUNTER

, the VCR display

PROG.

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

COUNT RESET

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.

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.

Press

PROG.

Select “SET UP” using FF or

Select the length of the tape.

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

to display the MENU screen.

REW

, and press

TAPE LE SAP SET SIMULCAST ANTE A LA X

ED:

PROGRAM

GUAG

DS InOF

PROG

ENTER

SET UP

120 016 801

OFFO OFFO UAT

EG RFA SPE

OFFO

PRESET

n n

Press

PROG.

5 6

Press

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.

PLAY/x2

Index Search Function

100

FFREW

STOP

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

Playback for 5 sec.

Index search

Playback for 5 sec.

PLAYBACK

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.

Press

INDEX

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.

in the stop or playback mode.

direction. direction.

00000

HMS

INDEX MARK

Press

PLAY/x2

when the desired program is found.

Normal playback starts.

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

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.

Basic Recording

Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.

Press

TV/VCR

indicator appears in the VCR displa y.

Select a channel to record with

CHANNEL

number buttons

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.)

Press

SP/SLP

recording tape speed.

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.

Press

REC

simultaneously press both the remote control.

Recording starts.

so that the “VCR”

on the VCR, or

on the remote

to select the

on the VCR, or

100

PLAY/x2

STOP

5 4

FFREW

I.SELEC

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

CH/TRK

REC

POWER

SLP

VCR

POWER

SLP

VCR

I.SELECT

POWER

SLP

VCR

POWER

SLP

VCR

REC

so that the

TIMERREC

Press

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

to stop recording

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.

again.

STOP

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

OFF

STOP

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 18 and 19).

• If you record cable channels via the cable box, keep the cable box turned on and select a channel to record on the cable box.

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.

PLAY/x2

100

REW FF

FFREW

STOP

PLAY/x2, STOP

ENTER

CANCEL

2, 9

Press

PROG.

Select “PROGRAM” using FF or

REW

, and press

Move to the next using FF, and enter

the channel number 25 by using

PLAY/x2, STOP buttons

to display the MENU screen.

ENTER

number

SET UP

PROGRAM

CH DATE O DFF SP

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

ED:

PROGRAM

CH DATE O D

25 –– – / –– –: –– –: –– –– – / –– –: –– –: –– –– – / –– –: –– –: –– –– – / –– –: –– –: –– –– – / –– –: –– –: –

ED:

PROG

SET UP

– / –– –: –– – : –

PROG

PRESET

FF SP

–

– – – – – –

SLP

– – – – –

RECORDING

If you use the cable box, enter the output channel number of the cable box with

I.SELECT

number buttons

or make “L1” appear by pressing

, depending on your connection. (See page 13.)

To make corrections:

Press

REW

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

Move to the next using FF, and set

the recording date using

STOP

The date changes as follows:

→ 8/25 → 8/26 → … → 9/24 → MO~FR ←

WKLY

PLAY/x2

WKLY

SA ←

SU →

…

ED:

SET UP

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30

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

PROG

[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 Monday through Friday.

PRESET

(Continued)

SLP

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