Toshiba W-804, W-808 User Manual

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Video Cassette Recorder

W-808 W-804

OWNER’S MANUAL

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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-808/W-804

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.

IMPORTANT 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.

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

Cassettes marked with “S-VHS” and “VHS” can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked “S-VHS”. By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

INTRODUCTION

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

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

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

IMPORTANT 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 1 and 2

• Setting the Clock

Storing Channels on the VCR.......... 18

Video Cassette Use .......................... 20

Variable Speed Playback.................. 23

• Picture Search

• Still Picture

• Slow-motion Picture

• Frame Advance

• Double Speed Playback

• Jog Dial Operation

• Shuttle Dial Operation

Useful Functions in Tape

Operation........................................... 25

• Counter Function

• Tape Remaining Time

• Index Search Function

RECORDING

Explains recording functions.

Recording a TV Program .................. 27

• Watching a TV program while recording another

• Recording off time setting

S-VHS (SuperVHS) and S-VHS ET

Recording .......................................... 28

• To Record in S-VHS Mode

• To Record in S-VHS ET Mode

Timer Program Recording ............... 30

VCR Plus+ C VCR Plus+ C

system Set-up ......... 33

system Recording .. 35

Cable Box Set-up .............................. 37

DSS

Satellite Receiver Set-up........ 41

MTS Broadcast Compatibility.......... 44

INTRODUCTION

PLAYBACK

Explains variable functions concerning playback.

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

Simulcast Recording ........................ 45

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Multi Brand Remote Control ............ 46

Before Calling Service Personnel ... 48

Specifications ................................... 50

Accessories....................................... 50

LIMITED W ARRANTY ........................ 51

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

20 15

POWER

VIDEO L-MONO-AUDIO-R S-VIDEO

VIDEO jack

LINE IN 2 AUDIO

(L/MONO, R) jacks

LINE IN 2 S-VIDEO jack

Remote Control

Number buttons

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER (CABLE BOX)

c EJECT

LINE IN 2

CHANNEL

REC

CH/TRK

I.SELECT

PROG.

CANCEL

ENTER

REW *

INDEX SLOW

TV/VCR

REC

Cassette compartment

REC

Remote sensor

CH/TRK

27 15 32

15 21

I.SELECT

PROG.

REW FF

TV/VOL

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CANCEL

SP/SLP

PLAY/x2

ENTER

STOP

26 23 35 27 27

SLOW

TV/VCR

INDEX

VCR Plus+

REC

REMAIN

A.SELECT

COUNTER

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

CABLE BOX

44 43

VCR

DISPLAY

POWER

EJECT

PAUSE/STILL

DNR

TIMER

COUNT RESET

STOP

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE/STILL

REV

(

FWD

)

SHUTTLE JOG

PAUSE/STILL

VCR display

TV/VOL VCR TV

To operate your TV.

DISPLAY

100

POWER EJECT

SP/SLP

PLAY/x2 * FF *

STOP *

PAUSE/STILL DNR (For W-808 only)

TIMER

COUNT RESET

To operate this VCR.

REMAIN COUNTER CH UP (CABLE BOX)

PLAY

21 21

CH DOWN (CABLE BOX)

Slide the lid down to open.

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

VCR Display

To wall outlet

LINE IN 1 VIDEO jack

LINE IN 1 AUDIO jacks (L, R)

CH selector (3/4)

LINE OUT AUDIO jacks (L, R)

LINE OUT S-VIDEO jack

LINE IN 1 S-VIDEO jack

LINE OUT VIDEO jack

RF IN (FROM ANT.) terminal

RF OUT (TO TV) terminal

Cassette indicator

POWER indicator

POWER SLP

REC

VCR

TIMER

VCR indicator

Timer recording indicator

REMAIN indicator

S-VHS indicator

S-VHS ET indicator

REMAIN

CH HM

OFF indicator

OFF

INTRODUCTION

L R

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

OFF: Normal track

REC (Recording) indicator

Tape speed indicator (SP/SLP)

Rear Panel

Multifunctional indicator

DT (Digital Auto Tracking) indicator

Channel indicator

Tape running direction/speed indicator

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.

PREPARATION

How to Use the Remote Control

This section explains how to get ready for remote control operation. Whenever you operate the VCR, press VCR to set the remote control operating the VCR.

Setting up the Remote Control

Open the battery compartment on the

front of the Remote Control by pressing on the centre of the slide cover and pull off in one motion in the direction of the arrow.

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 combination antenna

VHF antenna only

(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.

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

Connections (continued)

S-VIDEO Connection

The S-VIDEO jack is also available to connect to your TV.

When connected your TV using the S-VIDEO OUT jack

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

S-Video Cable (supplied)

Audio/Video Cable (supplied)

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 cablecompatible TV).

Incoming cable

Cable Box

IN OUT

Incoming cable

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).

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 bo x.

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.

Cable

Box

This set-up will enable you to:

– 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

A uto 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

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

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 17.)

Notes

• If you press the

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

(page 17 to 19).

• If, however, you want to add or delete channels, refer to “Adding or erasing channels” on page 19.

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

VCR

to set the remote control operating the VCR.

Setting the Language

PREPARATION

213 546 879 0

100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN COUNTER

DNR

COUNT

RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

VCR

POWER REW

PLAY/x2, STOP

FF ENTER

PROG.

Press

The following screen appears on the TV.

Select the language using

(

CURSOR

POWER PROG.

) or

) , and press

to turn on the VCR.

PROG.

The screen turns to the MENU screen.

Press

PROG.

to return to the normal TV screen.

Optional settings on the SET UP screen 1

PLAY/x2

STOP (CURSOR

ED:

PROGRAM

PROG

PROGRAM

PROG

SET UP

GLSIH

ÇA I

FRA E

SPA

SET UP

PRESET

ENTER

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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PROGRAM

TAPE L E SAP SET SIMULCAST ANTE A LA

DS InOF

ORM

ED:

Press

GUAG

PROG

..E

STOP

SET UP

To exit, press

repeatedly to go to screen 2 of SET UP page for more features.

PRESET

120 016 801

OFFO

UAT

EG RFA SPE

OFFO

PROG.

Page 44 Page 45

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.

(Continued)

Initial Settings Using On-Screen Display (continued)

Optional settings on the SET UP screen 2

PROGRAM

ORM

S-VHSREC S-VHS ET PLAY R RF S

InTUPDnR

ED:

Press

DnR

PROG

SET UP

..E

PLAY/x2

To exit, press

PRESET

OFFO

Page 28 Page 29

With “DnR On” selected (see page 21), move down here to obtain a “FI

E” or “SOFT” playback picture. (For W-808 only)

Setting to ““FI

E” will give a normal picture with DNR effect.

Setting to “SOFT” will give a softer picture. With “On” set, the reception from Antenna is improved with less

background noise. (For W-808 only) With “On” set, the reception from S-VIDEO is improved with less

background noise. (For W-808 only)

repeatedly to go back to screen 1 of SET UP page.

PROG.

Setting the Clock

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

Press

The MENU screen appears on the TV.

Select “PRESET” using FF or

press

Press

Select “AUTO” or “MANU” using

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 next using FF.

(To move back, press

Vary the digits to set the hour.

PLAY/x2 STOP

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.

PROG.

ENTER

STOP

. (For “IN” and “OUT” selections, see

PROGRAM

CLOCK S

MEMO

CH CABLE B GU I D E HC

PROG

ED:

to select “CLOCK SET”.

PROGRAM

CK SE T

SUMME

PROG

TOU1000SA1’/

12 :

MA U

ED:

. Set to “IN” or “OUT” for the

REW

: To increase.

: To decrease.

REW

, and

SET UP

PRESET

ET RY OX / DSS

PRESET

ERTI

TED

PLAY/

PLAY/x2

ENTER

RYE

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

AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO

ED:

Select the options using FF or

Change the data using

STOP

PROG

SET UP

CK SE T

SUMME

EAS

PLAY/x2

ERTI

TER

TED

10 00SA1’/

REW

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

Now the clock starts.

PROG.

PRESET

AEY

ENTER

PREPARATION

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

213 546 879 0

100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

Number buttons

100 I.SELEC REW

PLAY/x2, STOP FF ENTER

1, 6

Press

Select “PRESET” using FF or

and press

Select “CH MEMOR Y” using

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

PROG.

ENTER

STOP

to display the MENU screen.

REW

PLAY/

, and press

ENTER

PROGRAM

ED:

PROGRAM

TV/ C TAV AUTO SCA ADD CH ERAS C

ED:

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

PLAY/x2

PROGRAM

AUTO SCA

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

finished, the screen automatically

ED:

returns.

CLOCK S CH CABLE B GU I D E HC

PROG

REW

PROG

MEMO

SET UP

TV TVAC

ET RY OX / DSS

–– ––

PRESET

ENTER

PRESET

OFFO CH CH

PRESET

OCH2

Press

PROG.

to exit.

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 C

ED:

PROGRAM

TV/ C TAV AUTO SCA ADD CH ERAS C

ED:

OSETCH

PUSH ~90EYSK

PROG

OSETCH

PUSH ~90EYSK

PROG

SET UP

PLAY/X2

PRESET

FFO

–– ––

PRESET

FFO

–– ––

TVAC

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

PREPARATION

Channel reference chart

Number on the VCR Corresponding channel number

TV CATV STD (HRC/IRC)

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

RSTUVWAABBCCDDEEFFGGHHIIJJKKLLMMNNOO

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)

123456789 –23456789

1(A-8)

… … …

234

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

121 122 123 124 125

–––––

121 122 123 124 125

… … …

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.

To 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.

PLAYBACK

Playback

This VCR can also play back a tape recorded in S-VHS or S-VHS ET format. 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.

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

Press

To stop playback, press

PLAY/x2

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PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

VCR Plus+

REMAIN

A.SELECT

COUNTER

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

VCR CH/TR

REW

DNR

COUNT RESET

Rewinding / Fast-forwarding

REW

Press

or FF in the stop mode.

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

CHANNEL

on the VCR

simultaneously for about 2 seconds.

CH/TRK

to start playback.

DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) (For W-808 only)

The noise reduction function of this VCR is based on a digital signals system utilizing memory. It is effective in the playback of noisy tapes as well as S-VIDEO and RF in video signal.

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

POWER

POWER SP

VCR

STOP

DNR

repeatedly to select the following:

PLAYBACK

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

CHANNEL

on the VCR

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.

R On: Usually set to “On”.

The “D

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

R 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.

• The picture sharpness can be changed by full screen OSD setting. (See page 16.)

(Continued)

Playback (continued)

S-VHS Playback

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PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

REW PLAY/x

FF STOP

Load a cassette recorded in S-VHS.

The “

” indicator will light on the

POWER

VCR display. Power is turned on.

If the cassette has no safety tab, playback starts automatically.

Press

To stop playback, press

PLAY/x2

to start playback.

STOP

POWER SP

VCR

Rewinding / Fast-forwarding

Press

Note

Tapes recorded in S-VHS mode can not be played back successfully on normal VHS VCRs.

REW

or FF in the stop mode.

S-VHS ET Playback

Load a cassette recorded in S-VHS

POWER

ET. Power is turned on.

If the cassette has no safety tab, playback starts automatically.

Press

To stop playback, press

PLAY/x2

to start playback.

STOP

POWER SP

VCR

Rewinding / Fast-forwarding

REW

Press

Note

S-VHS ET recordings can only be played back on an S-VHS VCR or a VHS VCR equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) function. However, there may be cases where S-VHS ET playback is not possible on a particular VCR.

or FF in the stop mode.

PLAYBACK

Variable Speed Playback

You can play back a tape at various tape speeds.

Picture Search

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

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PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

REW PLAY/x2

PAUSE/STIL SLOW

Press FF or

REW

The tape runs at 5 times the normal playback speed.

To change the tape speed to 7 times the normal playback

speed, press and hold

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

Note

If you press forwarding or rewinding.

REW

To resume normal playback

Press

PLAY/x2

during playback.

REW

during picture search, the mode changes to fast-

PLAYBACK

Still Picture

A picture freezes so that you can watch closer.

Press

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.

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

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

during playback.

SLOW

, the speed

until the best picture is obtained.

Note

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

(Continued)

Variable Speed Playback (continued)

Frame Advance

A picture advances frame by frame.

Press

Each time you press

PLAY/x2

during still playback.

PLAY/x2

, the picture

Double Speed Playback

A tape runs at twice the normal speed.

advances one frame. If you press and hold

at 1/30th the normal playback speed.

PLAY/x2

, the tape runs

To resume normal playback

Press

To resume normal playback

Press

PAUSE/STILL

Jog Dial Operation

You can control the speed of frame advance.

During playback, press

Turn the

jog dial

on the VCR. The speed of frame advance varies as you turn the jog

dial. When you stop turning the dial, the picture freezes.

To cancel the jog dial mode

Press

PAUSE/STILL

Press

PLAY/x2

during playback.

The picture runs at twice the normal playback speed.

PLAY/x2

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

shuttle dial

on the VCR.

inding

ictu

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 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.

Initial mode of tape operation

Rewinding

–x5

Reverse

playback

–x7

playback

–x1

–

Reverse

playback

–

Stop

Playback

Still

–

Fast-

forwarding

rch

ast-

ing

ard

forw

shuttle dial

is released. To stop,

Fast-

forwarding

playback

Slow

ictu

arch

Slow

1/15

1/7

PLAYBACK

Useful Functions in Tape Operation

These functions will help your playback.

Counter Function

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

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PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

DISPLAY

PROG. PLAY/x2

ENTER STOP PAUSE/STILL REMAIN

COUNTER

COUNT RESET

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

. They are switchable 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

, the VCR display

PLAYBACK

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

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

Press

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.

PROG.

to display the MENU screen.

to exit.

REMAIN/COUNTER

REW

, and press

PROGRAM

TAPE L E SAP SET SIMULCAST ANTE A

GUAG

DS InOF

ORM

..E

PROG

ED:

ENTER

SET UP

120 016 801

OFFO OFFO UAT

EG RFA SPE

OFFO

PRESET

n n

(Continued)

Useful Functions in Tape Operation (continued)

Index Search Function

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

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the desired program by inputting the index signal.

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

VCR Plus+

REMAIN

A.SELECT

COUNTER

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

DNR

COUNT RESET

3 2

2 1 1 2

Index search

Playback for 5 sec.

Registering index signals

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

INDEX

f during recording.

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 search

Load a cassette with the index signals registered.

Press

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.

INDEX

direction. direction.

in the stop or playback mode.

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 VCR can record in VHS, S-VHS and S-VHS ET. 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 on VHS cassette

Load a VHS cassette with the safety tab attached.

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PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

VCR Plus+

DNR

I.SELEC

4 6

REMAIN

COUNTER

COUNT RESET

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

To record from other connected equipment

In step 3, press

I.SELECT

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.

Press

TV/VCR

so that the “VCR”

POWER

SLP

VCR

indicator appears in the VCR display. Select a channel to record with

CHANNEL

number buttons

on the VCR, or

on the remote

CH/TRK

POWER

SLP

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.)

Press

SP/SLP

to select the

I.SELECT

POWER

SLP

VCR

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.

POWER

SLP

REC

VCR

Press

REC

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

Recording starts.

REC

RECORDING

so that the

TIMER

Press

STOP

Watching a TV program while recording another (including S-VHS/ S-VHS ET recording)

1)While recording, press

TV/VCR

to turn off

“VCR” indicator.

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

Skipping unnecessary scenes while recording (including S-VHS/S-VHS ET 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.

to stop recording.

Recording off time setting (including S-VHS/S-VHS ET recording)

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

S-VHS (Super VHS) and S-VHS ET Recording

S-VHS allows you to make high quality video recordings with a horizontal resolution of 400 lines compared with 240 lines of resolution of normal VHS recordings.

To Record in S-VHS Mode

Cassette marked with “S-VHS” should be used.

Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.

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PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

I.SELEC

4 6

5 2

The “ VHS tape is loaded.

Press

indicator appears in the VCR display.

Select a channel to record with

CHANNEL

or 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

” indicator will appear on the VCR display when the S-

TV/VCR

number buttons

so that the “VCR”

on the VCR, or

on the remote

CH/TRK

channel number of the cable box or “L1” appear, depending on your connection. (See pages 11 – 13.)

POWER

SLP

VCR

POWER

SLP

VCR

I.SELECT

so that the

To record from other connected equipment

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

S-VIDEO jack will be selected if both LINE IN and S-VIDEO jacks are connected.

I.SELECT

Press

recording tape speed.

SP/SLP

to select the

POWER

SLP

VCR

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

Select “SET UP” using FF or

Press

select “S-VHS REC”, and set to “ON” using

PROG.

STOP

to display the MENU screen.

REW

, and press

ENTER

repeatedly to go to screen 2 of SET UP page to

REW

or FF.

“ ” indicator will appear on VCR display when “ON” is selected.

POWER

SLP

REC

VCR

Press

REC

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

The S-VHS recording mode will be

REC

automatically selected.

Press

STOP

to stop recording.

TIMER

Note

If VHS cassette is loaded, the VHS recording mode will be automatically selected regardless of the “S-VHS REC” setting.

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REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT

RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

I.SELEC

4 6

5 2

To Record in S-VHS ET Mode

This VCR is equipped with Super VHS ET that makes it possible to record with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes.

Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.

1 2

Press

TV/VCR

so that the “VCR”

indicator appears in the VCR display.

Select a channel to record with

CHANNEL

number buttons

on the VCR, or

on the remote

CH/TRK

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.)

POWER

SLP

VCR

POWER

SLP

VCR

I.SELECT

so that the

RECORDING

Press

recording tape speed.

SP/SLP

to select the

POWER

SLP

VCR

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

Select “SET UP” using FF or

Press

select “S-VHS ET”, and set to “ON” using

PROG.

STOP

to display the MENU screen.

REW

, and press

ENTER

repeatedly to go to screen 2 of SET UP page to

REW

or FF.

“S-ET” indicator will appear on VCR display when “ON” is selected.

POWER

SLP

REC

VCR

Press

simultaneously press both

REC

on the VCR, or

REC

the remote control.

The S-VHS ET recording mode will be

TIMER

automatically selected.

Press

STOP

to stop recording.

Note

S-VHS ET does not work with S-VHS tapes.

RECORDING

T imer 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 17).

• Store the channels on the VCR (pages 18 and 19).

• If you record cable channels, finish the cable box set-up (pages 37 – 40), and turn on the cable box.

• If you record satellite channels, finish the DSS

DSS

satellite receiver.

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.

satellite receiver set-up (pages 41 – 43), and turn on the

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REW FF

ENTER

STOP

VCR Plus+

REMAIN

A.SELECT

COUNTER

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

DNR

COUNT RESET

CANCEL PLAY/x2,

STOP FF ENTER REW

2, 9

Press

Select “PROGRAM” using FF or

REW

Move to the next using FF, and enter

the channel number 25 by using

PLAY/x2, STOP buttons

PROG.

to display the MENU screen.

, and press

ENTER

number

PROGRAM

CH DATE O DFF SP

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

PROG

ED:

PROGRAM

CH DATE O D

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

PROG

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

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.

SET UP

– / –– – : –– – : –

FF SP

satellite

number

PRESET

–

SLP

– – – – – –

– – – – –

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 →

…

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30

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

ED:

PROG

SET UP

– : –– – : ––

[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.

Move to the next using FF, and set

the hour and minutes of the recording start time.

Move to the next, and set the

recording off time.

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30:30

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

ED:

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30 9:30

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

ED:

PROG

SET UP

PRESET

SLP

– – – – –

RECORDING

PRESET

–:––

PRESET

:00

SLP

– – – – –

SLP

– – – – –

Move to the next, and select the tape

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.

Press

PROG.

Now programming is completed.

Press both

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

STOP

, and

simultaneously.

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30 9:3010:00

ED:

REC

POWER

TIMER

SET UP

PROG

PRESET

TIMER

Notes

• Make sure that the tape length is selected correctly according to the tape used on the SET UP screen (page 25).

• 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)

– – – – –

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

ED:

SET UP

PROG

PRESET

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

VCR Plus+ C

system recording

(page 35))

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

– – – – –

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 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 on

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:

RECORDING

VCR Plus+ C

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

system

system recordings.

Set-up

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

Plus+ C

system feature.

Setting the Clock (page 17)

↓

Cable Box Set-up (page 37)

↓

Storing Channels on the VCR

(page 18)

↓

VCR Plus+ C

system Set-up

↓

VCR Plus+ C

system Recording

(page 35)

* 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

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)

(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)

VCR Plus+ C

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 37 – 40).

• 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

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100

7 2,4

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

VCR Plus+

REMAIN

A.SELECT

COUNTER

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

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

DNR

COUNT RESET

3,6,7

ENTER

1,5,8

system

Press

Select “PRESET” using FF or

Select “CH MEMORY” using

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

Press

Select “GUIDE CH” using

Enter channel numbers on the right of the guide channel

PROG.

STOP

REW

PLAY/x2

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

ED:

ENTER

SET UP

11 22 33

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.

Press

PROG.

to exit.

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

PLAY/x2

PROGRAM

TOSET

ED:

system recording is

SET UP

30 30

131 23 337

PUSH 0~9 KEYS

PROG

ENTER

HGU DEIHCEOMCH

HGU DEIHCE

HGU DEIHCEOMCH

3 32

HGU DEIHCE

PRESET

STOP

PRESET

RECORDING

VCR Plus+ C

After performing the VCR Plus+ C entering the PlusCode

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

system

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 17).

• Load a cassette with a safety tab.

For cable box users:

• Finish the cable box set-up (pages 37 – 40), and turn on the cable box.

For DSS

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

satellite receiver users:

system feature. To make an unattended

recording of satellite programs, see “Timer Program Recording” (pages 30 – 32).

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

793571

2261858

237945

586858

PlusCode

programming number

RECORDING

213 546 879 0

100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

PROG. CANCEL

PLAY/x2, STOP FF

REW

7 1

VCR Plus+ C

Press

VCR Plus+

system Programming

The VCR Plus+ screen appears.

Enter a PlusCode® programming number.

Example: To record a program with the PlusCode

programming number 36295

(fictitious code). Press

number button 3, 6, 2, 9 and 5

Confirm that the number is entered correctly.

To correct a mistake, press

CANCEL

enter the correct number.

Select “MODE” using

STOP

, and set the recording

PLAY/x2

frequency.

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

the same channel at the same time Monday through Friday.

WEEKLY: To record programs on the same channel at the same time on the same day every week.

and

PROGRAM

VCR P US +L

PLUSC DEO MODE SPEED

OSETPLUSCODE

PUS SH~90EYK

PROG

ED:

PROGRAM

VCR P US+L

PLUSC DEO MODE

SPEED

PROG

ED:

SET UP

CEMO~

O SL

SET UP

CEMO~

O SL

PRESET

–

AUPS

PRESET

592

AUPS

WKLY

ENTER

WKLY

ENTER

Select “SPEED” using

STOP

, and set the recording tape

speed.

For AUTO speed, see page 31.

PLAY/x2

PROGRAM

VCR P US+L

PLUSC DEO MODE

SPEED

ED:

PROG

SET UP

CEMO~

O SL

592

AUPS

PRESET

WKLY

ENTER

VCR Plus+ C

system

Recording (continued)

Press

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.

To finish press the two

buttons simultaneously.

The VCR enters the timer standby mode.

Confirming the VCR Plus+ C

system

timer programs

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

1)Press

2)Press

Check the programmed data.

3)Press

PROG. ENTER

PROG.

to display the MENU screen.

to select “PROGRAM”.

to exit.

ENTER

TIMER

PROGRAM

CH DATE OFF DPS

25 8/30 9:3010:00

PROG

ED:

REC

POWER

TIMER

Recording or playback in the timer standby mode

First press both standby mode, and then press 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

TIMER

to turn on

PRESET

SLP

– – – – –

During the timer standby mode (TIMER indicator lit)

Press

PROG.

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

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

CANCEL

STOP

programming number is

CANCEL

STOP

to clear the number

and then press

to enter a PlusCode® programming

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

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

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.

Type C

A/B switch

Cable box

Type D

Cable box

(Continued)

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

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100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

Number buttons

100 I.SELECT PROG. PLAY/x2,

STOP FF ENTER

REW

CH DOWN (CABLE BOX

POWER (CABLE BOX

Press

Select “PRESET” using FF or

Select “CABLE BOX/DSS” using

ENTER

Select “NO” or “C.BOX” using FF or

PROG.

to display the MENU screen.

REW

, and press

PLAY/x2

REW

according to your

connection type.

NO: • Type A

• Type C (A/B switch “A”)

• Cable channels will be selected using

CH/TRK CHANNEL

on the remote control or

on the VCR.

PROGRAM

USE

→ Go to step 8.

C.BOX: • Type B

• Type C (A/B switch “B”)

• Type D

→ Go to step 5.

Select “OUTPUT CH” using

PLAY/x2

USE OUT UT CHP COnTORL

PROGRAM

STOP

either of the following according to your connection.

Type B, C: the output channel number of your cable box using (Usually 3 or 4. Check the rear of the cable box.)

Type D: the line input mode “L1” using

I.SELECT

number buttons

PROGRAM

USE OUT UT CHP COnTORL

ENTER

STOP

, and press

SET UP

C.BOXO

SET UP

C.BOX

, and enter

SET UP

C.BOX

PRESET

SSD

PRESET

SSD

OFFO

(Example)

PRESET

SSD

OFFO

Select “CONTR OL” using

or “OFF” using

REW

PLAY/x2

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

PROGRAM

USE OUT UT CHP COnTORL BRAnTDYPE

SET UP

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

SSD

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

system

ED:

PROG

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

PROGRAM

USE OUT UT CHP COnTORL

SET UP

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

SSD

output channel of the cable box.

PROG

→ Go to step 8.

ED:

Select “BRAND TYPE” using

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

ED:

SET UP

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

Cable box display

SSD

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

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)

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

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,

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

3CH 4CH

DSS® satellite receiver

Type B

Satellite antenna

DSS

satellite receiver

3CH 4CH

RF IN

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)

DSS® Satellite Receiver Set-up (continued)

PROG

USE OUT UT CHP

ED:

SET UP

PRESET

PROGRAM

C.BOX

SSD

3 1

OFFO

COnTORL BRAnTDYPE

PROG

OSETCH

PUSH ~ 90EYSK

USE OUT UT CHP

ED:

SET UP

PRESET

PROGRAM

C.BOX

SSD

OFFO

COnTORL

PROG

CLOCK S CH

MEMO

CABLE B

GU I DE HC

OX / DSS

ENTER

ED:

SET UP

PRESET

PROGRAM

PROG

C.BOXO

SSD

USE

ED:

SET UP

PRESET

PROGRAM

)

Preparation

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

DSS® Satellite Receiver Set-up

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100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

Number buttons

I.SELECT PROG. PLAY/x2,

STOP FF ENTER

REW

CH UP (CABLE BOX

CH DOWN (CABLE BOX

POWER (CABLE BOX

Press

Select “PRESET” using FF or

and press

Select “CABLE BOX/DSS” using

PLAY/x2 ENTER

Select “DSS” using FF.

PROG.

ENTER

STOP

to display the MENU screen.

, and press

REW

PROGRAM

USE

OUT UT CHP

COnTORL

PROG

ED:

SET UP

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

SSD

Select “OUTPUT CH” using

either of the following according to your connection.

PLAY/x2

STOP

, and enter

(Example)

Type A: the output channel number of your DSS

number buttons

the rear of the DSS

satellite receiver using

. (Usually 3 or 4. Check

satellite receiver.)

Type B: the line input mode “L1” using

I.SELECT

Select “CONTR OL” using

or “OFF” using

REW

PLAY/x2

STOP

, and set to “ON”

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

• Satellite channels will be selected by

UP/CH DOWN (CABLE BOX)

on the

remote control. The VCR can change the satellite channel to the desired one when timer recording starts.

→ Go to step 7.

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

Satellite channels will be selected by the own

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

satellite receiver.

→ Go to step 8.

PROGRAM

USE

OUT UT CHP

COnTORL

PROG

ED:

SET UP

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

SSD

Select “BRAND TYPE” using

of your DSS

satellite receiver using

STOP

, and enter a brand code

number buttons

. Refer

to the table on the next page.

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

VCR display

PROGRAM

USE OUT UT CHP COnTORL BRAnTDYPE

PROG

ED:

SET UP

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

PROG.

to exit.

Notes

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

system recording is not available on satellite channels.

control.

C.BOX

OFFO

PRESET

SSD

satetllite

RECORDING

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 UP/ CH DOWN (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

RECORDING

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),

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100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

COUNT RESET

DISPLAY

1,2 1

A.SELEC

select “SAP SET” using

STOP FF

Press

Perform a recording.

SAP (Second Audio Program broadcast):

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

, and set to “ON” using

PROG.

to exit.

PLAY/x2

REW

PROGRAM

TAPE LE SAP SET SIMULCAST ANTE A

GUAG

LA X

DS InOF

ORM

..E

PROG

ED:

SET UP

PRESET

120 016 801

OFFO

UAT

EG RFA SPE

OFFO

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

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

Contents of recorded sound

Normal sound

track (Mono)

to select a desired sound.

Hi-Fi sound track

STEREO

R“SAP” “STEREO”

Note

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

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

AUDIO OUT

LINE IN 1 AUDIO

Broadcast or incoming cable

RECORDING

AUDIO IN

AUDIO OUT

Simulcast Recording

213 546 879 0

100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

REMAIN

COUNTER

DNR

COUNT

RESET

VCR Plus+

A.SELECT

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

3 1, 2

4 1

6 5

On the SET UP screen (page 15),

select “SIMULCAST” using or

STOP

or FF.

Press

Select the desired channel using

CH/TRK

, and set to “ON” using

PROG.

to exit.

on the remote control.

PLAY/x2

REW

CHANNEL

PROGRAM

TAPE LE SAP SET SIMULCAST ANTE A LA X

DS InOF

ORM

ED:

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

Select the recording tape speed using

4 5 6

Press Press

REC

to start recording.

STOP

to stop recording.

SP/SLP

GUAG

PROG

..E

SET UP

PRESET

120 016 801

OFFO

UAT

EG RFA SPE

OFFO

on the VCR or

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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

CH/TRK

213 546 879 0

100

PLAY/x2

REW FF

ENTER

STOP

VCR Plus+

DNR

TV VOL

DISPLAY Number

buttons POWER 100 I.SELEC

ENTER

2, 3

Press TV to set the remote control operating your TV.

While holding down

PROG.

, enter the two digits of your TV’s brand code (listed right) using

buttons

Release

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

PROG.

number

Hold down.

PROG.

below to make sure that your TV is operated correctly.

Example

REMAIN

A.SELECT

COUNTER

POWER CH DOWN CH UP

COUNT RESET

POWER CH/TRK

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

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.

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

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 20)

The clock does not work.

• There has been a power failure.

– Reset the clock. (page 17)

The timer does not work properly.

• The time is incorrect.

– Set the clock correctly. (page 17)

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

set the TV channel to 3 or 4. (pages 11, 27)

TV/VCR

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 20)

The playback picture is poor.

• Tracking is not set appropriately.

– Adjust the tracking manually. (page 21)

• 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 44)

A.SELECT

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

• Tracking is not set appropriately.

– Adjust the tracking manually. (page 21)

The timer recording function does not work.

• There is an error in programming.

– Reset the timer recording program. (page 30)

• There is no cassette in the VCR.

– Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.

(page 20)

• The cassette does not have the safety tab.

– Use another cassette with a safety tab or

cover the hole with adhesive tape. (page 20)

• The timer indicator is not displayed.

– Press both

• There has been a power failure.

– Reset the clock. (page 17)

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

– Make the set-up correctly. (page 38)

• The cable box is not turned on.

– Turn on the cable box.

TIMER

The VCR Plus+ C

simultaneously. (page 31)

system recording

cannot be done.

• The guide channel numbers are not set up correctly.

– Make the guide channel number setting.

(page 33)

• 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 38)

• The timer indicator is not displayed.

– Press both

TIMER

simultaneously. (page 36)

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, 4 6)

or TV depending on the

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 20)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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 20)

Specifications

Power supply: 120 V AC, 60 Hz Power consumption: 25 W (For W-808 only)

24 W (For W-804 only)

External dimensions: 430 × 96.5 × 314 mm (W.H.D.) Mass: 4.2 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

Accessories

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

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

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

Video cable (yellow) ............................. 1

Audio cable (white/red) ........................ 1

S-Video cable....................................... 1

Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.

LIMITED WARRANTY TOSHIBA 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.

LIMITED WARRANTY TOSHIBA VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER (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

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.

Printed in China

Toshiba W-804, W-808 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Contents

INTRODUCTION

Identification of Controls

PREPARATION

How to Use the Remote Control

Connections

A uto Set Up

Initial Settings Using On-screen Display

Storing Channels on the VCR

Video Cassette Use

PLAYBACK

Basic Playback

Variable Speed Playback

Useful Functions in Tape Operation

RECORDING

Recording a TV Program

S-VHS (Super VHS) and S-VHS ET Recording

T imer Program Recording

MTS Broadcast Compatibility

Simulcast Recording

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Multi Brand Remote Control

Before Calling Service Personnel