VIDEO CASSETTERECORDER
OWNER'S MANUAL
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ALGB40_
ALG+_,I
AL66203
AS an ENERGY STJ_!_Partner,Z_enithEtectromcs
O_tOl_llt_otl h_ _ermined t_-at this product
_ ,_TAR ® guidelines for energy
CAUTION: Before using this product, read this manual
and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.
WARNING:
EECOROYOURMOOELNUMBER |
(Now,whiLeyoucanseeit)
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Themodel and serial numberof your new VCRam located
on the backof the VCRcabinet.Foryour future convenience,
we suggestthat you record thesenumbers here:
MODELNO.
SERIALNO.
TOREDUCETHERISKOFELECTRICSHOCKDONOTREMOVEr_VER(ORBACK).NOUSERSERVICEABLEPARTSINSIDE.
REFERSERVlCINGTOQUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
The lightningflash with arrowheadsymbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert,the user to the presence
of uninsulated "dangerousvoltage" within the product'senclosurethat maybe of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shockto persons.
Theexclamationpointwithinan equilateraltriangleisintendedtoalerttheusertothepresenceofimportant
operatingand maintenance(senricing)instructionsintheLiteratureaccompanyingtheappliance.
WARNING:
TO REDUCETHE RISKOF FIREOR ELECTRICSHOCK,DO NOT EXPOSETHISAPPLIANCETO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
POWER CORD POLARIZATION:
CAUTION:ToPreventELectricShock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION:PourOviter leschocs_[ectriques, introduire la tame Laplus largede la fiche dans Labornecorrespondante
de [a prise et pousserjusqu'au fond.
NOTETO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:
Thisreminderis providedto caLLthe cable11/systeminsta[ter's attention to Article820-40 of the National Electric Cod_
(U.S.A.). Thecode providesguidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,specifies that the cableground shall be
connectedto the grounding system of the building, ascloseto the point of the cable entry as practical.
REGULATORYINFORMATION:
Thisequipmenthas beentested and found to complywith the Limitsfor a CLassBdigital device, pursuantto Part 15
of the FCCRules.TheseLimitsare designedto provide reasonableprotection againstharmful interferencewhenthe
equipmentis operated in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates,usesand can radiate radiofrequency
energyand, if not installed and usedin accordancewith the instruction manual,may cause harmful interferenceto
radio communications. However,there is no guaranteethat interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does causeharmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off andon, the user is encouragedto try to correctthe interference by oneor moreof the following
measures: • Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.
• Increase the separationbetweenthe equipmentand receiver.
• Connect the equipmentinto an outlet on a cimuit different fromthat to which the receiveris
connected.
• Consultthe dealer or an experiencedradio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION:
Donot attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics
Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user'sauthority to operate this product.
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
"Ce appareiL num_rique de Laclass b respecte routes les exigences du R6guLement sur lemateriel brouitLier dl
Canada."
ALLegrois a trademark of ZEC© Copyright Zenith ELectronicsCorporation lggg
SAFETY TIPS I
Thesesimple precauUons wit[ helpensurethat you get manyyears of safe enjoyment from your new product.
1. Read Instructions 11. PowerSources
Readat[ of the safety and operating instructions before
operating the product.
2.
Retain Instructions
KeepaLLsafety and operating instructionsfor future
reference.
3,
Heed Warnings
FolLowwarnings on the product and in the operating
guide.
4,
Follow Instructions
FolLowall operating and use instructions.
5. Cleaning
UnpLugthis product from the walLoutlet before
cleaning.Do not useliquidcleanersoraerosolcleaners.
Use a damp clothforcleaning.
6. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommendedby product
manufacturerasthey may causehazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water--for example, near
a bathtub, wash bowL,sink, or laundry tub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
Operate product only from type of power source
indicated on marking label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supply to your home, consult your
product dealer or Localpower company. For products
intended to operate from battery power or other
sources, refer to manuaL.
12.
Line-CordPoLarization
Product is equippedwith a polarized alternating-
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than
the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into
power outlet only oneway. If you're unable to insert
plug fully into outlet, try reversing the plug. If plug
still faiLs to fit, contact anelectrician to replace your
obsolete outlet. Do net defeat safety purpose of
polarized plug.
13.
Power-CordProtection
Routepower-suppLycordsso
theyarenotUkeLyto be
walkedon or pinchedbyitems
:ii >
placedupon oragainstthem,
payingparticularattentionto
cordsatpLugs,convenience
receptacles,and thepoint
wheretheyexitfromproduct.
8,
Accessories
Do not place product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. Product may falL, causing
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage
totheproduct.UseonLywitha cart,stand,tripod,
bracket,ortablerecommendedby themanufactureror
soldwiththeproduct.Any mountingofproductshould
followmanufacturer'sinstructionsandshouldusea
mountingaccessoryrecommendedby manufacturer.
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable systemis connectedto
this product, be sureantenna or cablesystemis
grounded soasto providesomeprotection against
voltagesurgesand b_iLt-upstaticcharges.ArticLe810
oftheNationalELectricalCode(USA),ANSI/NFPA70
providesinformationon groundingof mastand
supportingstructure,groundingofLead-inwiretoan
antennadischargeunitconnectiontogrounding
electrodes,and requirementsforgroundingelectrode.
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Transporting Product
(See Fig.1 below.)
Move productand cartcombinations
with care.Quickstops, excessive
force, and unevensurfaces may cause
product and cart combinationto
overturn.
____ Antenna Lead-in Wire
10. VentiLation
Slotsand openings in cabinet must not be blocked or
covered.They are provided for ventilation, to ensure
reLiabLeoperation,and to protect from overheating. ELectricService
Neverblock openings by placing product on a bed,
Ground _
Grounding Conductors
Ground Clamps
sofa, rug, or other simiLar surface. Do not place product PowerServiceGroundinq
in built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack ElectrodeSystem
unlessproperventilationisprovidedormanufacturer's
NEC Art ZSO, PartH
instructions have been adhered to. NEC: National Etectdca[ Code
Antenna grounding per NECCode, ANSI/NFPA 70
EC Section810-21
I SAFETY TIPS
Thesesimple precautions wilt help ensurethat you get manyyears of safe enjoyment from your new product.
t5. Lightning
Foradded protection for
this product during a
lightningstorm, or when
productis left unattended
and unusedfor long
periodsof time, unplugit
from the wall outlet and
disconnect antenna or
cable system. This will
prevent damageto product
due to lightningand
power Linesurges.
16. PowerLines
An outsideantenna system should not be Locatedin
the vicinity of overhead power Linesor other electric
light or powercircuits, or whereit can fall into such
power Linesor circuits. Wheninstalling an outside
antenna system, take extreme care to keep from
touching such power Linesor circuits, ascontact with
them might be fatal.
17. Overloading
Do not overload wa_ outlets, extension cords or
integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in
risk of fire or electric shock.
'1.8.Object and Liquid Entry
Neverpushobjects of any kind into this product
through openings,as they maytouch dangerous
voltagepointsor short-outpartsthatcouldresultLn
fireorelectricshock.NeverspillUquldofany kindon
product,
lg. Servidng
Donot attempt to service this productyourself, as
opening or removing covers mayexposeyou to
dangerousvoltage or other hazards,Refer all servicing
to qualified service personnel.
20. Walt or Ceiling Mounting
Mount product to wall or ceiling only as recommended
by manufacturer,
21.
Replacement Parts
Whenreplacementpart(s) are required,be sureservice
technicianhasusedreplacementpart(s)specifiedby
manufacturerOFhavesame characteristicsasoriginal
part(s).Unauthorizedsubstitutionsmay resultinfire,
electricshock,orotherhazards.
22.
Damage Requiring Service
UnpLug this product from the waLLoutLet and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel under these
conditions:
a. Ifpower-supplycordorplugisdamaged.
b. IfLiquidhasbeen spilledorobjectshavefalleninto
product.
C°
If product hasbeen exposed to rain or water.
d°
If productdoesn'toperate normally by following
handbook instructions. Adjust only those controls
covered by handbookinstructions; improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and often requires extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore product to normal operation.
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If product has been dropped or cabinet has been
damaged.
f.
If product exhibitsa distinct change in performance
23. Heat
Keepproduct away
from heatsources
such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves,
or other products
(including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
24. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product,askservicetechnicianto peTfoTmsafety
checksto determinethatproductisLnproperoperating
condition.
INSTALLATION I PAGE 5
CONTENTS
SAFELYTIPS............................. 2-4
INSTALLATION.......................... 6-12
VCRFeaturesChart........................ 0
Connections for Your VCR.................. 7-8
Beforeyou operate your VCR............... g-12
CONTROLSAND DISPLAYS.................. 13-14
FrontPanel Diagram...................... 13
VCRStatus DispLays...................... 14
OPERATION........................... 15-27
The Buttonson Your Remote ................ 15
CLockMenu............................ 16
Timer Menu............................ 17
Setup Menu ........................... 18
AudioMenu ........................... 19
INDEX
AudioMenu .............................. 19
Auto Channel Search ...................... 1I, 18
Connections ........................... 7-8, 21
Channel Add/De[ ........................ 11, 18
CLockSet ............................. 11, 16
FeaturesChart ............................. 6
FrontPane[Diagram ........................ 13
Instant Recording ........................ 24-26
LanguageMenu ............................ 18
Main Menus ............................... 9
PLayingTapes ........................... 22-23
RemoteControl ............................ 15
Safety Information ......................... 2-4
Setup Menu .............................. 18
Watching TV Through the VCR................ 20
CamcorderConnected to VCR ................ 21
PLayingTapes........................ 22-23
Instant Recording ..................... 24-26
RecordingWhiLeYou're Away ................ 27
TROUBLESHOOTING...................... 28-30
SPECIFICATIONS........................... 31
Timer Menu .............................. 17
Timer-Centre[LedRecording .................... 27
TroubLeshooting......................... 28-30
VCRStatus DispLays ......................... 14
Warranty ................................ 36
Watching TVthrough the VCR .................. 20
PAGE 6 I INSTALLATION
This page shows the features of your VCR and the differences between the models.
FEATURES ALGB201 ALGB401 ALGB402
2-Heads X N/A N/A
4-Heads (Special Video Effects) N/A X X
Full Load/Quick Start X X X
Auto Head CLeaner X X X
Audio System Monaural Monaural MTSHi-Fi Stereo
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Monaural Monaural Stereo
Remote Control SC411P X X X
Auto/Manual BandSelect X X X
Auto/Manual Channel Search X X X
Channel Capability (CATV& TV) 181 181 181
Record Speeds SP/EP X X X
PLaybackSpeeds SP/LP/EP X X X
Auto Playback System X X X
Auto/ManuaLDigitaLTracking X X X
InstantRecording X X X
Timer-ControlledRecording X X X
Auto PLaybackTapeSpeed Adjust X X X
Forward/ReverseSLow-Motion X X
Video(4-headVCR) N/A VariabLe1/10 to1/32 VariabLe1/10 to 1/32
Pause/StiQ Video Noise CLear Clear
Real-Time TapeCounter X X X
Speed Search X X X
EMSkip X X X
English/Spanish/French Menus X X X
l-Year, 8-Event Timer X X X
LEDFront Panel Indicator X X X
Auto Daylight Savings Time X X X
Hook-up Cable (VCRto TV) X X X
Energy Saving X X X
1. Model ALGB402 is used for the description, operation, and details provided in this operating guide.
2. VCRdesign and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
X : Feature is provided N/A : Feature is Not Available
Requiredconnectionsfor your VCR.
Connections Without a CaMe Box
INSTALLATION ] PAGE 7
Antenna
Fiat Wire
(300 ohm)
Back Pane[ of Stereo VCR
_OUT UT VHF/U HF/CAT_,
_.11_ ,N_1 ,. _ I OOUT('_ . Wall Jack Back PaneL of "rypical TV
__H F/_._AATI_I% _ VHF/UH F/GATV
This cable is provided L_/ x_ _
with your VCR.
.. "" " 300/75 ohm
Adaptor
OR (Not p_o_
OR
Cable TV
Turn off power or unplug VCRbefore making any connections.
Connections With a Cable Box
Back Pane[ofStereo VCR
BackPaneLofTypicalTV
Back PaneL of
Typica[Cab[e Box
_ CABLE
I _ CH3[_CH4
_OUT IN !
,
,N®I,.® I
CabLeTV
Wa|[Jack
_L Turn off power or unplug VCRbefore making any connections.
Thiscable is provided
with your VCR,
PAGE 8 I INSTALLATION
Optional connections for your VCR.
Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV
Use A/V connections for a better picture.
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
R-AUDIO-L VIDE I1
A/V cable is not providedwith VCR.
Back Panel of Monaural VCR
AUDIO VIDEO
CH3[]CH4 _ OUTIN 1
VHF/UHF/CATV
OUT
BackPane[of TypicalTV
VHF_UHF/CATV
@
ANT
IN
_k urn off power
BackPane[ of TypicalMonauralTV
or unplug VCR
before making
any connections.
ANT
IN
VHF/UHF/C_
Note: If the back panel
A/V cableis not provided with VCR.
AccessoryAudio/Video (A/V) Connectionsto VCR
Back Pane[ of Stereo VGR
VHF/UHF/CATV
TO
OUT (_
TV
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
_ on yourIV is different,
_ ccessory
Jack pane[ of Accessory
refer to the TV'soperating
guide.
Component:
Another VCR,
Camcorder,
Video Camera,
SatelLite Receiver,
Laser Disc Player
or unptugVCR
Turn off power
before making
any connections.
Thingsyou must do before you can operate your VCR.
INSTALLATION I PAGE 9
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
MANUAL CLOCK SET: k']
Press number keys
SlON F_OFF
QUIT = exit
CLOCK
• PROGRAM I'1
MONTH :
DAY
START
STOP
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT:
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
TIMER
f
_1_ _ Note:
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button
Press number keys
MAIN MENU
How to Access Menus
Menu operation is easy--just fotLowthe instructionsshown
at the bottom of the menu.
SETUPMENU
CH. ADD/DEL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY:
AUTO PROGRAM:
LANGUAGE SELECT:
Press number keys
• QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
_MER
SETUP
CLOCK
AUDIO
QUIT = exit
SETUP
Audiomenu is avaiLabLeonLywith
stereo VCRs.
Point remote toward VCR
AUDIO MENU
PLAYBACK: HI-FI HNORMAL
RECORD: STEREO
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT --exit
AUDIO
HI-FI
f
I. Press MENU to see main menu.
2, PressNUMBER(I, 2, 3, or 4) to see desired sub menu to
be used.
3. PressNUMBERto choosedesired option to be changed.
4. PressQUITto exit menu, or wait a few minutesand the
VCRreturns to normal operation.
Note:
Perform menu operations with the VERand TV on, andtune
the TV to channel 3 or 4. TheVCRmust also be in the VCR
mode of operation. Pressthe TV/VCRbutton on the Remote
Control until VCRindicator tight appears in the front panel.
PAGE 10 I INSTALLATION
Thingsyou mustdo beforeyou can operateyourVCR.
Connect the Power
(Required) PLugyour VCRinto an unswitched
120 Vac,60 Hz householdpoweroutlet. Turn on
the VERby pressing the POWERon the remote
or on the VCR'sfront pane[. While plugged into
an AEout[et, the VCRconsumes3W of electrica[
power in OFFcondition.
Do not plug the VCRinto o switched power
outtet. Otherwise, when the power is
switched off,, the VCRturns off.. You may
then have to reset the time and date, end
reprogrem operational features.
Set Position of the CH3/CH4 Switch
(Required) The CH3/CH4switch on the VCR's
back panel determines which channelthe VCR
usesto sendvideo signalsto your TV.The TV
must be tuned to the samechannelyou set with
the CH3/CH4switch to see tape p[aybackand
statusdisplays from the VCR.Todetermine
which video channel providesthe best picture
for your system,try the switch in EH3position
and tune your TV to channel3; then try the CH4
position and tune your TVto channel4.
TYPICALALLegr_CR
SWITCH
WALL
OUTLET
POWER_
Fora testdisplay,presstheTV/VCRbuttonon
remoterepeatedlyuntiltheVCR indicator(a
smaLLgreenLight)appearsintheVCR'sfront
pane[display.PressMENU on theremoteto see
the mainmenu.
Select Language for VCR Menus/Displays
(Optional) SeLect EngLish, Spanish, or French
for VCR menus and status displays. See the
LANGUAGESELECToption on the SETUP menu for
details.
Press5.
I
SETUP MENU
CH. ADD/DEL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY:
AUTO PROGRAM:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Press number keys
SETUPMENU
QUIT = exit
SETUPMENU
LANGUAGE SELECT : ENGLISH
ENGLISH I_ ESPANOL
FRANqAIS
Press number keys
• then ENTER QUIT = exit •
PressNUMBER(1, 2, or 3)
to select the desired
language
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