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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.
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WARNING:
EECOROYOURMOOELNUMBER |
(Now,whiLeyoucanseeit)
/
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
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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.
g°
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
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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.
e°
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.
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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
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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
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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,
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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.
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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.
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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
i
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INSTALLATION J PAGE 11
Somethings you must do and others you may want to do before you canoperate your VCR.
Set Date and Time for Clock
(Required) Setthe cLockin the VCRto the
currentdate and time. SeeCLOCKMenuon page
16 for details.
You must set the clock before you can use
any Timer-controlled VCR/eatures, e.g.
TIMER recordings,
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
MANUAL CLOCK SET:_
Pressnumberkeys
% QUIT=exit ,
Press3.
I
CLOCK MENU
nON BOFF
CLOCK MENU
CLOCK MENU
MONTH : g JANUARY
DAY : 1 FRI
YEAR : 1999
TIME : 12:00 AM
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
PressNUMBER(0-9) then
ENTERto set date and time
m
Select Source for YCR
(Optional) Set the sourceof the VCRfor the
type of program signal you haveconnectedto
the ANTENjack on the back of the VCR,Choose
TVif you have an antenna connected to the VCR.
ChooseCATVif you have a cable system (with or
without a cable box) connected to the VCR.
ChooseAUX if you havean accessory
Audio/video (A/V) connected to the VCR.See
SOURCEoption on SETUPmenu (page 18) for
details.
Use Auto Program to Find Channels
(Required) UseAUTOPROGRAMto find active
channeLsin your broadcast area. AUTOPROGRAM
stores the active channeLsthat you can access
by using the CH (V/A). SeeAUTOPROGRAMon
the SETUPMenu (page 18) lOTdetails.
Press3.
I
SETUP MENU
CH. ADDIDEL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY:
AUTO PROGRAM:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Press number keys
SETUPMENU
Press1.
I
SETUP MENU
CH. ADD_EL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY:
AUTO PROGRAM:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Press number keya
SETUPMENU
QUIT = exit
QUIT = exit
r
SETUP MENU
SOURCE:TUNER('W)
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = ex{t
PressNUMBER(1, 2, or 3)
to select the desired
source
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM:SEARCHING
• QUIT = exit ,
D Use CH. ADD/DEL to Create Favorite
Channels
(Optional) Use CH. ADD/DELto changethe List
of active channels found when usingAUTO
PROGRAM,so you can List your favorites. See
CH.ADD/DELon the SETUPMenu (page 18) for
details.
Press2.
I
SETUP MENU
CH, ADC/DEL:
SOURCE:
AUTO PROGRAM:
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY:
LANGUAGE SELECT:
Press number keys
SETUPMENU
QUiT = exit
SETUP MENU
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. [] ADD
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
PressNUMBER(o-g)
then ENTER
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PAGE 12 I INSTALLATION
Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR.
Select Other Menu Options
You may not want to have the clock in your VCR
adjusted automatically for Daylight Savings
Time. Refer to CLOCKMenufor details,
Show or hide the VCRstatus on your screen by
using the ON-SCREENDISPLAYoption on the
SETUPmenu. We recommend keeping this option
ON. Seethe SETUPmenu for details.
Press1.
I
MAIN MENU
TIMER
SETUP
CLOCK
AUDIO
Press number keys
MAIN MENU
Press4.
I
SETUP MENU
CH. ADD/DEL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY:
AUTO PROGRAM:
LANGUAGE SELECT:
Press number keys
SETUPMENU
QUIT = exit
QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
MANUAL CLOCK SET:I_
Press number keys
QON [_OFF
QUIT = exit
PressNUMBER(1 or 2) to
chooseAuto Daylight
Saving ON or OFF
SETUP MENU
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: ON
BONF_OFF
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit /
Press NUMBER(t or 2) to
ChoRseON or OFF
If you havea stereo VCR,pressENTERto select
the audio format (HI-FI or NORMAL)to use
when you play a tape, Werecommend setting
this option to HI-FI. Seethe PLAYBACKMODE
option on the AUDIOMenufor details,
If you havea stereo VCR,pressENTERto select
the audio format(STEREO,MONOor SAP)to use
when recording. Werecommendusing STEREO.
Seethe RECORDMODEoption on the AUDIO
Menu for details.
Press4.
I
MAIN MENU
TIMER
SETUP
CLOCK
AUDIO
Press number keys
MAIN MENU
Press4.
I
MAIN MENU
TIMER
SETUP
CLOCK
AUDIO
Press number keys
MAIN MENU
QUIT = exit
QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
PLAYBACK: HI-FI INORMAL
RECORD: STEREO
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
HI-FI
Press NUMBER(1 or 2) to
chooseHI-FI or NORMAL
AUDIO MENU
PLAYBACK: HI-FI
RECORD:STEREO _STEREOsApMONO
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
PressNUMBER(1, 2 or 3)
to chooseSTEREO,MONO,
or SAP
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CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS I PAGE 13
Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCR.
Front Panel Controls
ThesecontrolsperformbasicVCR operations.TheRemote performsbasicaswell asadvancedVCR operations,
POWEROn/Off Channe[Up/Down Cassette
Button SeLector Compartment
J
Stop/_ect LEDFront Pane[
SeLector Indicators
LED-Front Panel Indicators
I
Recording
SpeedSetector
I /_ pplay
/ I 1 \ I
/
REC/ITR PLAY,REW (Rewind),
(InstantTimer F FqND(FastForward),
Record)Se[ector Selector
VCRis turned on _. mrm
A Cassette is in the VCR
VCRfunctions are
available and channels
are setected at VCR
power ost,in
|
vcr rec
timer
/ "_ RemoteWindow:
_ Keepthis area free
. -. _ ofobstruction.
VCRis in Timer
recording
VCR isrecording
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PAGE 14 I CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS
On-Screen displays tell you the status of the tape inserted and VCRfunctions,
Current modeof operation
(STOP,PAUSE,RECORD,PLAY,etc.)
and audio format of tape,
Play=HI-FI or NORMAL(Nodisplay)
Tape Speed
EP=Extended Play
LP=Long Play
SP=Standard Play
Current date, day, and time__
I
PLAY HI-FI VCR CH 11
SP ST/SAP
15 MON
7:17 AM M-1:35:45 -
TypicalVCR Status Display on TV
Current CH(Channel) selected by
usingtuner in VCR
-- Audio format of signal received by
VCRtuner:
STEREO,MONOor ST/SAP
-- Real-timetape counter
M = Counter Memory isactive
- = Tape is rewound past index
mark.
1:35:45 = Length of tape (in time)
I = I hour
35 = 35 minutes
45 = 45 seconds
M-1:35:45
TapeCounter Position
VCR Status Display
TheVCRStatus Displayappearson the TVwhen a VCR
function starts, like whenyou change a channel or select a
different VCRmode. Forexample, pressing STOPwhile the
VCRis in PLAYmode showsSTOPin the display. PressENTER
on the remote at any time (except Special Effects Playback
mode; SLOW,STILLetc.) to see the Status Display.
Note:
If the VCR Status Display does not appear on the IV screen,
check the ON-SCREENDISPLAY option on the SETUP menu.
Select ON to see the display. See "Setup Menu" section for
details.
REM 1:35
TapeTime Remaining
VCR Status Display Options
Whenthe Status Display appears, press ENTERrepeatedlyto
see abbreviated displays, as follows:
1. PressENTERto seeStatus Display.
2. PressENTERa second time to show only the tape
counter position.
3. Press ENTER a third time to show only the tape time
remaining.
4. Press ENTER repeatedly until all disp[ays are removed.
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OPERATION I PAGE 15
A quicklist of all the buttons on your remot,
CII (V/A) -- ChannelSelectors. ALsoselect
A/V input channel.
CMSKIP -- Fast forwards picture search thro
seconds of recording.
E3ECT-- Ejects the tape from the VCR.
ENTER-- Programsmenu options and shows
display.
F FWD(Fast Forward)--Advances tape rapid
MEMORY-- Returns real-time tape countert,
(M O:O0:OO).
MENU-- Showsmain menu.
Numbers -- Chooseschannelsand enters
programming information.
PAUSE-- Pausestape temporarily during pla
or record.
PLAY-- Beginstape playback.
POWER-- TurnsVCROn and Off. Also turns
Timer Off and On, if programmed.
QUIT -- Exits menu system.
control and what they do.
AUX TurnsVCR
Igh 30 Exits Any Menu_,
ICR
' TapePlay/Record / ,(_ ....
zero Options _ _
RecordingSpeed
Direct Channel andJ (7) <_ rID
Programming
OnlOff\
ChoosesTape _ _
Entersa MenuJ _)_
Entry
Switehes Picture/!i....
between TVand VCR _\
back ChannelSelectors
(Tuner)
;R
Ejectsa tape
Shows main menu
.Accesses Tape Counter
Display
\Channel Selectors
Fastforwards picture
_search through
30 secondsof
recording
_Adjuststape
p_ybacktracking.
REC/ITR-- Begins tape recording.
REW-- Rewindstape to the beginning.
SP/EP-- Choosestape recording speed.
STOP-- Cancelsplayback or record modes.
TRK (Y/A) -- Adjusts tape playback trackln,
IN/VCR -- Switches source of TV picture beti
channel andVCRchannel selection. VCR
functions are available in VCRmode.
een TV
InstaLUng Batteries
Be sure to installthe batteries
provided with this remote. Match
positive (+) and negative (-) with
markings shown in battery
compartment.
Note: AllVCR operationsand menu
optionscan be accessedby using
the remote control
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The CLockMenusets the clock in VCRto the current time.
How to Access Auto DayLight Savings Time
ThisVCRcan adjust the cLockautomaticaLLyfor DaylightSavings
Time.
I.PressMENU to seeMainMenu.
2.PressI to seeCLockMenu.
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
MANUAL CLOCK SET:Iq
lION _OFF
3.PressI to chooseON on theClockMenu.
Note:
Werecommend that you set the clock using the MANUALmethod
the first time you useyour VCR.See MANUALoption for detai[s.
ManuaL CLock Set
TheCLOCKMenuaLlowsyou to set the clockin the VCRto the
currentdate and time.
Notes:
The clock must be set beforeyou can record, using the TIMER
menu.
You may have to resetthe clock and other features if a power
outage Lastsfor more than 3 seconds.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit ,_
CLOCK MENU
MONTH : UJANUARY
DAY : 1FRI
YEAR : 1999
TIME : 12:00AM
How to Set Clock
1. PressMENU to seeMain Menu.
2.Pressi to seeclockoptions.
3.Press3 toadjustyouroptions.
4. FirstinserLthemonth number (5:MAY,6--JUNEetc).
5. PressENTERto move tonextoption.
6. Press QUIT to exit the menu system,
Pressnumberkeys
thenENTER QUIT=exit
Typical CLOCK Menu with
date and time settings
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The TIMERMenu teLLsthe VCRwhen to record a programon a day and at a time you specif_.
You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one-year period.
OPERATION I PAGE 17
MAiN MENU
_MER
SETUP
CLOCK
AOOIO
Press number keys
QUIT = exa
Month ofRecording_
Day of Recording_
StartTimeof Recording_-_
StopTimeofRecordlng_f
ChanneLof Recording__
Speedof Recording_
FrequencyofRecording_
Press2
PROGRAM []
MONTH
DAY
START
STOP
CHANNEL:
SPEED :
REPEAT:
(1-8) to selectprogram
ENTERtoa_ustprogram
" PROGRAM •_k _---'-_
b'MONTH : 7 JULY
_DAY : 20 TUE
•-START : 11:16 AM
.-STOP : 11:46 AM
. CHANNEL : 20 TV
r SPEED : EP
rREPEAT: ONCE
(1-8) tO select program
• TO erase press 10) •
Press QUIT t
Timer will be on
when VCR Is off
How to Use Timer
I.ChooseTIMERmenu asdescribedin"How toAccessMenus"
on page9.
2.When theTIMER menu isdispLayedon screen,pressthe
ENTERbuttonto selectthecorrectmonth,thenpressthe
ENTERbuttonagainto move thenextoptionorsetting.
3.When you haveenteredaLLofthesettingstoyour
satisfaction,pressQUIT toexitthe menu system.
Note:
SettheVCR inTIMERmode bypressingPOWER toturnofftheVCR.
The TIMERindicatorLightappearsinthefTontpaneLoftheVCR.
• PROGRAM []
MONTH:
DAY
START
I I I
STOP
CHANNEL:
SPEED :
REPEAT:
Ll-8)toselectprog_m
• ENTERtoadjustprogram
-- Program Number
When highLighted, press NUMBER(1-8) to
choose program Number.
REPEATOPTIONS
ONCE -- Recordsonce.
WEEKLY-- Recordsonceeachweek.
DAILY-- Recordsone timeeachday,
Monday- Friday.
CHANNEL OPTIONS
ToseLectan AUX channelseLectthenext
highestorLowestchannelprogrammedin
theVCR withtheCH (V/A).
SPEED OPTIONS (SP or EP)
TheSPmode determines how much tape is
Leftand switches speedfrom SPto EP,if
necessary,to compLeterecording the
program. There wiLLbe some picture and
sound distortion at the point of the speed
change.
AM/PM OPTIONS
Press I for AM
Press 2 for PM
You cannotoperatetheVCRmenuullywhileitis
recording,PressingPOWER stopstherecording.
To Erase a Program
I.ChooseTIMER menu asdescribedin"How to AccessMenus"
on page9.
2.PressNUMBER(I-8)toselectdesiredPROGRAM to be erased.
3. Press 0 to erase the program.
4. PressQUIT to exitthe menu system.
• PROGRAM []
MONTH : T JULY
DAY 20 TUE
START 11:16 AM
STOP 11:46 AM
CHANNEL : 20 TV
SPEED : EP
REPEAT: ONCE
(1-8) to select program
To erase press (0)
Press 0 to erase program
FoLLow
_j_these
steps
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PAGE 18 I OPERATION
The SETUP Menu customizes the VCR's operation for your particuLar needs.
SETUP MENU
ChooseSETUPMenu as describedin
"How to AccessMenus" on page g.
CH. ADD/DEL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY:
AUTO PROGRAM:
LANGUAGE SELECT:
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
AUTOPROGRAM FindsalL active channelsand stores them in the VCR'smemory for accessby CH(V/A). Press
1 to begin search.
CH.ADD/DEL Edits the channels found by AUTOPROGRAM.Use number keys foLlowed by ENTERto select
the channel to be edited (e.g., to ADDchannel 3, press 3 then ENTER).PressENTERto ADD
or DEL(Delete) channels to createyour own list of favorite channels.
SOURCE SeLectsTV,CATV,or AUX as the source of the program to watch or record. ChooseTVif you
havean antenna connected to the VCR.ChooseCATVif you havea cable system (with or
without a cabLebox) connected to the VCR.ChooseAUXif you want to seethe program from
accessoryequipment, such asa camcorder,connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks on
the VCR.
ON-SCREENDISPLAY Selectswhetheror not you see VCRStatus DispLayson the TV.
LANGUAGESELECT Selects English, Spanish or Frenchfor VCRmenus and dispLayson the TV.
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The AUDIOMenu specifies the audio format to be used when recordingor playing a tape.
(Audio menu is available only with stereo VCRs.)
OPERATION I PAGE 19
PLAYBACK
RECORD
The AUDIOMenu indicatesthe audio
format usedwhen recording or playing
a tape. ChooseAUDIO Menuas
described in "How to AccessMenus" on
page g.
Press ENTER(and repeat) to choose
items in the menu (some models).
SelectsHI-FIor NORMAL fortapeplayback.
HI-FI(HighFidelity)providesstereosound,ifpresenton thetape,to theLeftand rightVCR
AUDIO outputjacksonthe backoftheVCR.
NORMAL providesmonauralsound,regardlessoftheaudioformatpresenton thetape.
Select the STEREO,MONO,or SAPfor recording a program.
STEREOrecords sound from the left and right audio tracks in stereophonic format.
MONO(Monaural) records sound in monaural format even if the program is in stereo.
SAPrecordsthe SecondAudio Program(SAP)track, if present, in addition to the stereo audio
tracks. SAPusually contains audio in another language.
AUDIOMENU
PLAYBACK:HI-FI BHI-FI
BNORMAL
RECORD:STEREO
Press number keys
• then ENTER QUIT = exit
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PAGE 20 I OPERATION
This page shows a typicaL video system and explains how to select channels.
Cahte IV
Wail 3ack
Typlca{
Cable Box
Direct CabLe _Tr__
CabLe- N UT
From _NO
System ' _CH3 CH4 (CabLeBox
Antenna
AU-Channe[ T
Output
toVCR
Stereo VCR
VHF/UHF/CATV OUT OUT
Selecting Channels when the VCR is OFF
I.Turn TV on.
2. SeLect channel you'd like to watch at the]h/. If you have
a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. SeLect cable
box channeLs at the cable box.
Selecting Channels at the TVwhen VCRis ON
1. TurnTVandVCRon.
2. PLaceVCRin TVmode by pressing the TV/VCRbutton on
the remote controL repeatedly until the VCRindicator
disappears from the front panel of the VCR.
3. Select channel you'd Uketo watch at the 13/.If you have
a cabLebox, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV.Select cable
box channels at the cabLebox.
TV
CHANNEL
3_4
AUDIO VIDEC
VCROutput to TV
(Channel 3 or 4 when
VCRis on and TV/VCR
is in VCRposition)
Audio/Video Output to I!/
VHF-UHF
CABLE IN
VIDEO AUDIO
IN IN
Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is ON
1. TurnTV and VCRon.
2. Place VCRin VCRmode by pressingthe TV/VCRbutton on
the remote control repeatedly until the VCRindicator
appears in the front panel of the VCR.
3. Select channels3 or 4 at the TV.If your TV is equipped
with A/V input jacks, checkyour TV operating manual to
select the A/V source for a better picture.
4.Selectthechannelyou'dliketo watchattheVCR.Ifyou
havea cablebox,selectchannel3 or4 attheVCR.
Selectcablebox channelsatthecablebox.
Page 21
This page describes how to connect a camcorder to your VCR.
Back Panelof Stereo VCR
VH F/UttF/CAW
!,
OPERATION I PAGE 21
t _t
W
Turn off power or unplug VCR
before making any connections.
V
A/V cableis not providedwithVCR.
Select AUX for Viewing an Audio/Video source Uke a
Camcorder
1. With TVand VCRon, pLaceVCRin VCRmode by pressing the
TV/VCRbutton on the remote (and repeat) until the VCR
indicator Light appears in the VCR'sfront paneL.
2. SeLectchanneL3 (or 4) on the TV.Note: If your TV hasA/V
jacks, you mayget a better picture if you connect your VCR
there. (Then, selectthe A/V source on the TV.)
3. At the VCR,Channel down lower than the LowestchanneL(or
Channel up above the highest) to seLect"AUX". You can aLso
choose the SETUPmenu as described in "How to Access
Menus" on page 9.
Press3 for the SETUPmenu's SOURCEitem.
Press3 for AUX,then ENTER.(PressQUITto exit.)
Items in the Menu
SOURCE Showsthe program source--W, CATV,or AUX--selected for the VCRto receive.
SOURCE:TUNER(W)
Press number keys
_,then ENTER QUIT = exit
Press3 to select AUX
SETUPMENU
H, x[]O,TV
TUNER TheVCRis usingits Tuner to receive programs from an antenna or cable.
TV SeLectsprograms for the MCRfrom a rooftop-type antenna.
CATV SeLectsprograms for the VCRfrom CableTV.
AUX SeLectsprograms for the VCRfrom the R-AUDIO-L--VIDEOIN jacks (where you may have connected your
camcorder).
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PAGE 22 I OPERATION
ThispageexpLainsthe basicsof pLayingtapesin yourVCR.
Automatic P!,ayback (No Safety Tab)
1_.Tape playback begins automatically, if the safety tab has
been removed from the cassette case. For example, most
rental movies have no safety tab. Simply insert the
prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR. Power will turn on
automatically and playback wLLLbegin.
2. Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV or select the TV's AUX
(Auxiliary) source to see the picture, if you are using the A/V
jacks. Refer to page 7 and 8.
power • play • stop/eject -=
© © ©
VCR'sControls
Manual Playback (Has Safety Tab)
1. PressPOWERto turn VCRon.
2. Insert a prerecordedVHScassetteinto the VCR.
3. PressPLAYto begin playback.
4, Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV or select the TV'sAUX
(Auxiliary) source to seethe picture, if you are using the A/V
jacks, Refer to your 13/operating manual.
Unloading the Cassette from the VCR
1. PressSTOPLf the tape Lsplaying.
2. PressSTOP/EJECTat the VCRuntil the cassetteis ejected.
Note:
ThisVCRrecords only in SPand EPspeeds.YourVCRsets the
playback speed automatically to the speed usedto recordthe
tape.
(Continued on next page)
Cassette _ _ x
Safety Tab _ I )
Shownin
PLace
STOI
VHS Cassette Playback/Record Times
Cassette SP LP EP
Length (Standard Play) (Long Play) (Extended PLay)
T-30 30 Minutes 1 Hour 1 Hour,
30 Minutes
T-60 I Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours
T-120 2 Hours 4 Hours 6 Hours
T-160 2 Hours, 5 Hours, 8 Hours
40 Minutes 20 Ninutes
Page 23
This page explains how to use the remote to play tapes on your VCR.
Auto/Manual Tracking Adjustment
YourVCRadjusts tracking automatically when you pl%, a tape. If
the tape was recorded on a different VCR,streaks (video noise)
may appear. While the tape is playing, press TRK(V/A) to
adjust the tracking manually.
Real-Time Tape Counter
PressENTERtwice to keep the tape counter on the TVscreen.
PressENTERrepeatedly to remove all displays. The counter
resets to 0:00:00 when you insert a cassette or whena tape is
rewound to its beginning.
Pause/Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion Video
(WhiLe in play mode) Press PAUSE for stiLL video. Press PAUSE
again, and follow on-screen instructions for Forward or Reverse
slow motion. Press F FWD or REWto control slow speed during
slow motion. PressPLAY to resume normal tape playing,
Note: Whenthe reverseslow mode continues_or more then 30
seconds, the VCRwilt eutomoticolty chongeto play mode.
POWER--
ENTER
PAUSE-
REW(Rewind)/
OPERATION IPAGE 23
,FFWD
(Fast Forward)
/ STOP
/CM SKIP
Tape Rewind and Fast Forward
(While in Stop mode) Pressand release REWor F FWD(Fast
! Forward), as desired. PressSTOPwhen tape reachesdesired
Location.
Reverse/Forward Search
(WhiLein Playmode) Pressand releaseREW or F FWO,as
desired.PressPLAYtoresumenormaltapeplaying.
CM Skip (Commercial Skip)
(WhLleLn playmode) PressingCM SKIPon the remoteskips
commercialsorotherprogrammaterialPressing1,2,3,or4
timesskips30,60,go,or120 seconds,respectively.CM SKIP
skipsa ful[120 secondsofcommercialsin a few seconds,then
resumesnorma[playback.
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PAGE 24 I OPERAT]ON
Recordingwhat you are watching on TV.
Options You (:an Use White Recording
Instant recording Letsyou record until you reach the end of power
tape or you press STOPto stop recording.
TurnTV andVCRon.
sp/ep
G
(_rec!itr
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR
button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR
indicator Light appears in the VCR front panel
SeLectchanneL3 or 4 at the TV.If you have
connectedyour VCRto the TV'sA/V input jacks,
setect the A/V source at the TV for a better
picture.
Selectthe channeLto be watched and recorded
at the VCR.If you havea cable box, seLectthe
cable box output channet (usuaLLy3 or 4) at the
VCR.SeLectcable box channels at the cable box.
Insert a VHScassettetape into the VCR.
PressSP/EPto select recording speed,if
desired.Recordingspeedis always SP,un|ess
you setect EP.
PressREC/ITRuntiL recording begins. REC
indicator tight appearsin the VCRfront panel
Recording continues until you reach the end of
the tape, or until you press STOPto stop
recording.
Remote's Controts
power • stop/eject --
© ©
sp/ep orec/itr
VCR'sControts
]nstant Recording instant TimerRecording
(untll end of tape) (Presetrecordingtimes)
PAUSE- STOPor STOP/F.3ECT-
MomentariLypauses Stops andexitsrecording
recording.PressPAUSE mode.
again to resumerecording.
STOPor STOP/E3ECT-
Stopsandexits recording
mode.
Page 25
Recording using preset time pedods.
Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording.
Note:
Preset recording time counts down until the recording time
is over.
Instant (attended) Timer Recording (ITR) lets you recordfor
a specific preset time period, instead of recording until the
end of tape is reached. Forexample, you can record a
30-minute show using the preset time period.
Turn TV and VCR on.
F
OPERATION I PAGE 25
power
@ op,op,v/vor@
power • stop/eject --
Q C) rooS 2
Remote'sControls
PlaceVCRin VCRmodeby pressing the TV/VCR
button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR
indicator light appears in the VCRfront pane[.
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have
connected your VCRto the TV'sA/V input jacks,
select the A/V source at the TVfor a better
picture.
Select the channel to be watched and recorded
at the VCR.If you have a cable box, select the
cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the
VCR.Select cable box channels at the cable box.
Insert a VHScassettetape into the VCR.
Press SP/EP to select recording speed, if desired.
Recording speed is always SP, unless you select
EP.
Note: The SP mode determines how much tape is
left and switches speed from SP to EP, if
necessary, to complete recording the program.
There will be some picture and sound distortion
at the point of the speed change.
VCR's Controls
Presses of Preset Time For
REC/ITR Display Recording
1 (Press) Current Time Until end of tape
2 0:30 30 minutes
3 1:00 1 hours
4 1:30 1 hour and
30 minutes
5 2:00 2 hours
9 4:00 4 hours
]0 No display normal recording
PressREC/ITRuntil recording begins.The REC
indicator light appears in the VCRfront pane[.
Recordingcontinues until you reachthe end of
the tape, or until you press STOPto stop
recording.
Press REC/ITR repeatedly to select a preset
recording time period. Each subsequent press of
REC/ITR increases the recording time by 30
minutes until you reach a maximum of 4 hours.
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PAGE 26 IOPERATION
Recording one show while watching another.
Note=
If you have a cable box connected to your VCR, you cannot
record one show and watch anothe_
power
Choose the show you wish to record using the VCR's channel
selector, Choose the show you wish to watch using the TV's
channel selector.
Turn TV and VCRon.
Place VCRin VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR
button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR
indicator light appears in the VCR front paneL.
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV.If you have
connected your VCRto the TV'sA/V input jacks,
select the A/V source at the TV for a better
picture.
M
B
Select the channel to be watched and recorded
at the VCR.If you havea cable box, select the
cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the
VCR.Select cable box channels at the cable box.
Insert a VHScassette tape into the VCR.
Press SP/EP to select recording speed, if desired.
Recording speed is always SP, unless you select
EP.
sp/ep tv/vcr
Remote's Controls
power mstop/eject ±
© ©
sp/ep orec/itr
VCR'sControls
Options You Can Use While Recording
Instant Recording
(until end of tape)
PAUSE-
Momentarily pausesrecording. PressPAUSEagain to
resume recording.
STOPor STOP/E,1ECT-
Stops and exits recording mode.
i
Note:
To return to the show you're recording, select channel 3 or 4
at the TV. Place the VCR in the MCRmode by pressing the
TV/VCR button on the remote to show the VCRindicator
light in the VCR's Front panel
PressREC/ITRuntil recordingbegins. REC
indicator Light appearsin the VCRfront panel.
Recordingcontinues until you reachthe end of
the tape, or until you press STOPto stop
recording.
PLaceVCRin TV mode by pressing the TV/VCR
F
button on remote to turn off VCRindicator Light
in the VCRfront paneL.
SeLectthe show you wish to watch using the
TV'schannel selector.
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This page explains how to use the Timer so that you can record while you are away.
OPERATION I PAGE 27
MAIN MENU
Press 2
TIMER
SETUP
CLOCK
AUDIO
Press number keys
% QUiT = exit
MAIN MENU
Timer-controlLed recording lets you record shows
unattended. Pick a day and time up to one year in advance.
The show may be recorded once or on multiple days. You
can schedule up to eight different events into the PROGRAM
TIMER for recording, as Long as no events overLap in the
same time period.
i
PROGRAM 0
MONTH
DAY
START
STOP
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT:
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
Turn TVand VCRon.
t
PLace VCRin VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR
button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR
indicator Light appears in the VCRfront panel
Select channeL 3 or 4 at the TV.
Insert a VHScassette tape into the VCR.
TIMERMENU
for Program
On )Off DisablesTimer-controLLed
Off On (or set) EnabLes Timer-controUed
• PROGRAM []
MONTH:
DAY
START
• • •
STOP
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT:
(I -8) to select program
• ENTER to adjust prograrn
TIMER MENU
for Program8
VCROperation with Timer Off or On
VCR TIMER
POWER STATUS VCROPERATION
recording if an event is scheduled
in the Timer. ALlother VCR
operations can be usedas
desired.
recording if an event is scheduled
in the Timer. You cannot operate
the VCR manually while it is in
Timer Set mode. If you have
scheduled the Timer, you'll be
i recording at a Later time.
lib
Programevents to be recorded with the Timer
by foLLowingthe procedure in the TIMERMENU
section. If you have a cable box, select channel
3 or 4 (er the VCR)asthe channel to be
recorded. Keepyour cable box on when using
the Timer to record.
Enablethe Timer by pressing POWERto turn off
the VCR.The TIMERindicator light appearsin
the VCRfront panel to indicate the VCRis in the
TIMERrecording mode.
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PAGE 28 I TROUBLESHOOTING
Somequick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself.
Before Ca|Ung for Service
PLeaserefer to this chart beforecalling for service. First, turn on the TVand VCR.Select appropriate input for the TVto
receive the video signal from the VCR.Youwill probably use the Antenna In connection to the 13/.Select channel 3 or 4 at
the TV. PLacethe VCRin the VCRmodeby pressing the TV/VCRbutton on the remote repeatedly until VCRindicatorlight
appears in the VCRfront panel. If you have a cable box, turn it on and se[ect channel 3 or 4 at the VCR.
Operating Problems
ObservedCondition
Nopowerto the VCR.
Remotedoes not function.
Nopicture appearson TV screen from
any VCRfunction.
VCRfeatures do not function. VCRdoes
not respond to remote functions or VCR
keys.
PossibleCause
Powercord is not connected.
Batteries are weak.
You are too far away from the VCR.
Remotemay be at an awkward angle.
Sourcefor 13/is not selected properly.
TV/VCRmodefor VCRis set to TV.
VCR is locked up.
Probable Solution
Connect power cord.
Replace with new batteries.
Move closer to the VCR.
Avoid ho|ding the remote at sharp
angle.
Set INPUT source on TV to Audio/Video
In, or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4, as
appropriate.
Press the TV/VCR button on remote
repeatedly to choose VCR mode. VCR
indicator light appears in VCR front panel,
Disconnect VCRpower cord for three (3)
minutes. Reset clock and other features
as necessary,
ObservedCondition
Tape will not rewind or fast forward.
Mechanical sound is audible during
playback.
Tape playback does not appear on TV
screen.
Video "noise" (horizontal streaks)
appear during normal tape playing.
VCRStatus Display flickers when using
STILLvideo during tape playback.
Playing Tapes (Playback) Problems
PossibleCause Probable Solution
Tapeis fully rewoundor is at its end. No action necessary.
Note: Thisis normaloperatingsound Noaction necessary.
from internal mechanisms.
Sourcefor TVis not selected properly.
SetInput sourceon I¥ to Audio/Video
In, or tune TVto Channel 3 or 4, as
appropriate.
TV/VCRmodefor VCRis set to TV.
Pressthe 13//VCRbutton repeatedly to
chooseVCRmode. VCRindicator tight
appears in VCRfront panel,
Tape is a rental or was recordedon
another VCR.
Tapeheads are dirty.
Tapetracking needsto be adjusted
while in stow-motion playback.
UseTRK(V/A) for manual tracking
adjustment while tape is playing.
CLeanvideo heads.
FromSTILL video mode, enable
slow-motion playback. UseTRK(v/A)
to adjust tracking for best picture.
Return to PLAYmode,then press
PAUSEfor STILL video.
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Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself.
Channel Tuning Problems
Observed Condition
Some channels are skipped over when
using CH (V/A).
Picture and sound are weak or missing.
PossibleCause
Those channels were deletedwith the
CH.ADD/DELoption.
Antenna or cables are loose.
WrongSOURCEoption is being used.
Recording Problems
ObservedCondition
Camcorderimage is not shown.
Camcorderimage via A/V input to VCR
Possible Cause
Camcorder is off.
VCRSOURCEis not set to AUX.
is not shown on IV screen.
Timer recording is not possible.
Clock in VCR is not set to correct time,
VCRis on which disables timer.
Timerhas been programmed
incorrectly.
TIMERindicator light does not appear
after programming timer.
TIMERindicator light appears after VCR VCRis in TimerRecordingmode.
is turned off.
TROUBLESHOOTING I PAGE 29
Probable Solution
UseCH. ADD/DELto restore channels.
SeeSETUPMenu on page18 for details.
Tightenconnections or replacecable.
Tryall SOURCEoptions, See SETUP
menu on page18 for details.
Probable Solution
Turncamcorderon and operate
properly.
Use CH (V/A) to select AUX A/V
mput channel.
Set clock to correct time. SeeCLOCK
menu on page16.
TurnVCR offtoenabletimer.TIMER
indicatorLightappearsin theVCRfront
)ane{.
ReprogramTimer.SeeTIMERmenu on
page 17.
ReprogramTimerand turnVCR offto
enabletimer.
Thisisthe normalindicationthatthe
VCR isinTIMER mode.
Stereo Audio Record
and/or Playback Problems
ObservedCondition Possible Cause
Stereo is not present. TVis not Stereo-compatlble.
Programis not in stereo format.
VCRA/V Outjacks are not connected
to IV A/V In jacks.
VCR Audio/VideoOut isnotselected
forviewingattheIV.
VCR AUDIO RECORDmode issettoSAP
orMONAURAL.
Probable Solution
No action is possible.
No actionispossible.
MakeA/V connections.Stereois
avai[ab[eonlyviaA/Voutputfrom
VCR.
SelectAUX orA/V sourceasTV input.
Set VCRAUDIO RECORDmode to
Stereo. See AUDIO Menu on page 19.
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PAGE 30 I TROUBLESHOOTING
Somequickand easy tips to fixing problemsyourself.
Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensationcan occur:
When the video recorderis moved from a cold place to a
warm place.
Under extremely humid conditions.
Magnetic Field from Other Equipment
Keepthe VCRand videotapes away fromstrong magnetic fields, suchas those producedby a vacuum c[eaner,refrigerator, or
air conditioner.
Video Head Cleaning
YourVCRautomaticallycleansthe headsas it is used.However,after long periods of use,your video headsmay become
cloggedwith accumulated dirt, causingdistortion. Whenthis occurs, usea do-lt-yoursetf wet-type head cleaningcassette
available from your Zenith dealer.
Caution:
Donot usea dry-type head-cleaning system. It may seriously damagethe VCRand cassettesusedin the VCR.Snow, streaking
in picture, and horizontal putting indicate the need for professional video head cleaning. Seeyour Zenith approved service
center Forcleaning.
Keepthe power cord plugged into an ACoutlet and
POWEROn. This will help prevent condensation.
n Locationswhere moisture condensationmayoccur:
Whencondensation has occurred, wait afew hours for the
VCRto dry before using it.
Cabinet Cleaning
CLeanthe outside surfacesof the VCRwith a soft tint-free cloth as required.Usecare not to scratch the VCRduring cleaning.
Page 31
_IERAL
id System
,er Source
rer Consumption
lensions
_rating Temperature
_rating Humidity
er
ght
e Speed
e Width
:imum Recording Time
lind Time
WER
enna
: Output Signal
nnel Coverage
(WxHxD)
(SP)
(LP)
(EP)
(SP)
(EP)
(UHF)
(VHF)
(VHF)
(UHF)
(CATV)
SPECIFICATIONS [ PAGE 3 1
Two head (ALGB201),Fourhead (ALGB401,ALGB402)
AC 120V,60Hz
Approx.17 Watts(ALGB402),15 Watts (ALGB401,ALGB201)
360 x 94 x 270 mm (14.2"x 3.7"x 10.6")
5 °C~35 °C (41 °F~95 °F)
Less than 80% RH
12-hour display type with AM, PM
Approx. 3.4 kg (7.5 Ibs)
33.35 mm/sec
16.67mm/sec
11.12ram/see
12.7mm
2 HOURS (T-120)
6 HOURS (T-120)
8 HOURS (T-160)
Lessthan 210 seconds(T-120)
75 ohms
75 ohms
Channel 3 or 4
2-13
14-69
1-125 (4A, A-W, W+l-W+84, A-5~A-I)
)EO
•-o SignalSystem
ut
put
lal to Noise Ratio
EIA Standard (525 Unes, 60 fields)
NTSCtype color signal
1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced
1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced
More than 43 dB (SP mode)
010
audio(ALGB402 only)
Frequency Range . .
Dynamic Range
Channel Separation
ventional audio
Input
Output
S/N Ratio
Frequency Range
plied Accessory
._signsand specifications are subject to change without notice.
eight and dimensions shown are approximate.
(LINE)
(LINE)
20Hz to 20kHz
More than 83 dB
More than 55 dB
-6.0 dBm more than 47 kohms
-6.0 dBm less than 1.5 kohms
More than 43 dB (SP mode)
200 Hz to 10kHz (SP mode)
Hook-up Cable (VCRto TV) (1)
Batteries (2)
Remote Control (1)
Page 32
VIDEO CASSETrERECORDEROR PLAYER
Welcomeinto the Zenith family! Webedeve that you wiU be pleased with your new Zenith Entertainment Machine.Pleaseread
this wa_anty carefoLly,it is a "LIMITED WARRANIY'as defined underFederalLa_ This warrantyRives you specific ldRalrights,
andyou mayalso have other rights that varyfrom stall to stall within the U.S.A.
ZENITH'S RESPONSIBILITY
Service Labor Duringa period of gOdays from effective warranty date, Zenith wiff provide serviceLaborby a Zenith authorized service center
when needed as determined by Zenith, asa result of manufacturing defects,
Pa_s Newor remanufactured replacements for facto_-defactive parts will be supplied by a Zenith authorized servicecenter for one
year from effective warrantydate. Such replacement parts are warrantedfor the remaining portionof the onginal warranty
period.
Not Covered
This warrantycovers manufacturing defects and does not cover installation, adjustmentof customer controls in the home,
inslldatlon or repair of homeantenna systems, cable converters or cabld company-supp[ldd equipment;it alsodoes not cover
damagedue to misuse, abuse,negGgence,acts of Godor other causesbeyondthe control of Zenith. Any a[llmtion of the
productafter manufacture voidsthis warrantyin its entiret_
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY
Effective Warranty Date Wawantybegfason the date of original consumerpurchase.Foryour convenience,keepthe dealddsdated biL_ofsale or a
deLive_ticket asevidenceofthe purchasedate.
Operating Guide Read your Operating Guide carefotly so that you wlU understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer
CamJ-In Se_4ce
13/Set Performance
Important
WarrantyService
controls.
The video product must be taken to a U.S. or CanadianZenith authorized service center for warrantysewlce and must be picked
up by the owne_
It is the owne(s responsibility to maintain the IV receiver with which the video productis used,and the associatedantenna
system, in proper operatingcondition..
Product Registration--Please filLout and maiLyour Product RegistrationCard.It is _mperative that Zenith know how to reach
you promptlyif we should discovera safety problemthat could affect you.
For warrantysen,ice information, contact any Zenith authorizedsewice centen Partsand sewlce labor that are Zenith's
responsibiUty (see above) will be provided without charge. Other semite is at the owners expense. If you have any problem in
obtaining satisfactorg warranty se_dce,ca[[ or writethe Zenith ResponseCenter. Youmust provide the modelnumber, serial
numberand date of purchase ordate of orlgina[ instadatlon. Beforeyou ask for warranty service,read "Maintenance And
Troubleshooting"in your operatingguide.Youmight avoid a service call
THISWARRANTYISIN LIEUOF ANY OTHER WARRANTY,EXPRESSOR IMPLIED,INCLUDINGWITHOUTLIMITATION,ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITYOR FITNESSFOR A PARTICULARPURPOSE,AND ZENITHSHALLNOT BE lIABLEFORANY
CONSEQUENTIAL,INDIRECT,OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES OFANY KIND,INCLUDINGLOSTREVENUESOR PROFITSIN
CONNECTIONWITH THE PRODUCT.
Zenith Electronics Corporation
Customer Service Department
I000 Milwaukee Avenue
Glenview, Illinois 60025-2493
Telephone: (847) 391-8752
Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central Time
ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
1000 MILWAUKEE AVENUE
GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS 60025-2493
Zenith Part No. 206-3516
GS# 3835RM0031H
Printed in Indonesia
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