Zenith IQVB425 Owner’s Manual
,ach|ne number IQVB425
operating guide / warranty
RECORDYOURRODELNUMBER |
(Noe,whiteyoucanseeit)
The mode[and serial numberof your new VCRare located
on the back of the VCRcabinet. Foryour future convenience,
we suggestthat you recordthese numbershere:
MODELNO.
SERIAL NO.
WARNING:
TOREDUCETHERISK OFELECTRICSHOCKDONOTREMOVECOVER(OR RACK).NOUSERSERVICEABLEPARTSINSIDE. REFER
SERVICINGTO QUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
The Eghtning flash with arrowheadsymbol within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the userto the presence
of uninsutatod"dangerous voltage" within the product'senclosurethat may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shockto persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the userto the presenceof important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the Literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TOREDUCETHERISKOFFIREORELECTRICSHOCK,DONOTEXPOSETHISAPPLIANCETORAINORMOISTURE.
POWER CORD POLARIZATION: |
CAUTION: To PreventELectricShock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour_viter tes chocs_tectfiques, introduire la tame ta plus large de la fiche dans ta borne eorrespendante
de ta priseet pousserjusqu'au fond.
I
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NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:
This reminderis provided to call the cable TVsysteminstallers attention to Article 820-40 of the National ELectricCode
(U.S.A.). The code providesguidelinesfor proper groundingand, in particular,specifies that the came ground shall be
connectedto the grounding system of the building, as closeto the point of the cable entry as practical
REGULATORY INFORMATION:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Limitsfor a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCCRules. TheseEmits are designed to providereasonableprotection against harmfol interference when the
equipment is operated in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates,usesand can radiate radiofrequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordancewith the instruction manual may causeharmfo[ interference to
radio communications.However,there is no guaranteethat interference will not occurin a particularinstallation. If this
equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning
the equipment off and on, the user is encouragedto.try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiveris
connected.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to modiEj 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 R digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
"Ce appareil num_rlque de ta class b respecte routes Lesexigences du R_gul.ement sur le materiel broui|ller du
Canada."
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/rv technician for help.
Zenith is a trademark of ZEC© Copyright Zenith ELectronics Corporation 1999
SAFETY T]PS I PAGE 3
These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product.
1.
Read Instructions
Read all of the safety and operating instructions before
operaUngthe product.
2,
Retain ZnstrncUons
Keep all safety and operating instructions for future
reference.
3. Heed Warnings
FoLLowwarnings on the productand in the opemUng
guide.
4. FoLLowInstructions
FoLLowartopemUnganduseinstructions.
5. CLeaning
Unplugthis productfrom the walloutletbefore
cleaning.Donot useLiquidcleanersor aerosolcleaners.
Usea dampcloth for cleaning,
6. Attachments
Donot useattachmentsnot recommendedby product
manufacturerasthey maycausehazards.
7. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water--for example, near
a bathtub, wash bowl, sink, or Laundrytub, in a wet
basement, or near a swimming pool.
8. Accessodes
Do not place product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. Product may fat[+ causing
serious injury to a chltd or adult, and seriousdamage
to the product. Useonly with a cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or
sold with the product. Any mounting of product should
follow manufacturer's instructions and should use a
mounting accessoryrecommendedby manufacturer+
9. Transporting Product
Move product and cart combinations
with care. Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven surfaces may cause
product and cart combination to
overturn.
10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in cabinet must not be blocked or
covered. They are provided for ventiLation, to ensure
reliable operation, and to protect from overheating.
Never block openings by placing product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other simiLarsun'ace. Do not place product
in bui[t-ln installation such as a bookcase or rack
unless proper ventilation is provided or manufacturer's
instructions have been adhered to.
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11. Power Sources
Operate product only from type of power source
indicated on marking Label. If you are not sure of the
type of power supplyto your home, consult your
product dealer or Localpower company. For products
intended to operate flora battery power or other
sources, refer to manual.
12.
Line-Cord Polarization
Product is equipped with a polarized alternating-
current Une plug (a plug having one bLadewider than
the other). As a safety feature, this plug wilt fit into
power outlet only one way. If you're unable to insert
plug fully into outlet, try reversing the plug. If plug
still fails to fit, contact an electrician to repLace your
obsolete outlet. Do not defeat safety purpose of
polarized plug.
13.
Power-Cord Protection
Route power-supply cords so
they are not Ukeiy to be
walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them,
paying particular attention to
cordsat plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point
whqrethey exit from product.
14.
Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to
this product, be sureantenna or cable system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against
voltage surgesand built-up static charges.A_c[e 810
of the National ELectricalCode (USA), ANSI/NFPA 70
providesinformation on grounding of mast and
supporting structure, grounding of Lead-inwife to an
antenna discharge unit connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirementsfor grounding electrode.
( See Fig. 1 below. )
Fig. 1 +
_ Antenna Lead-ln Wire
Ground
Clamp
• • Grounding Conductors
ELectricSer_ce NECSection 810-?1
__m, OUnding
Equipment GroundClamps
NECArtZSO, Part H
NEC: National ELectricalCode
Antennagroundingper NECCode,ANSI/NFPA70
Antenna Discharge Unit
NECSection 810-20
I SAFETY TIPS
These simpte precautions WIUheLpensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product.
25. Lightning
For added protection for
this product during a
Lightningstorm, or when
product is [eft unattended
and unusedfor tong
periods of time, unptug it
from the watt out[e[ and
disconnect antenna or
cabte system. This wiLt
prevent damage to product
due to ttghtning and
power Linesurges.
16. Power lines
An outside antenna system should not be tocated in
the vicinity of overhead power tines or other etectric
Lightor power circuits, or where it can fat[ into such
power tines or circuits. When instaffing an outside
antenna system, take extreme care to keep from
touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with
them might he fatal
17. Overtoadtng
Do not overload watt outtets, extension cords or
integra[ convenience receptac[es, as this can resutt in
risk of fire or electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings, asthey may touch dangerous
vottage points or short-out parts that coutdresuLt in
fire or etectric shock. Never split Liquidof any kind on
product.
19. Servidng
Do not attempt to service this productyoursetf, as
opening or removing covers may exposeyou to
dangerousvoltage or other hazards. Refer atLservicing
to qualified service personneL.
20. Wait or CettlngMounting
Mount productto waLLor ceiLingontyas recommended•
by manufacturer.
21.
Replacement Parts
When reptacement part(s) are required, be sure service
technician has used replacement part(s) specified by
manufactureror have same characteristics as originaL
part(s). Unauthorized substitutions may resuLtin fire,
etectric shock, or other hazards.
22.
Damage Requiring Service
Unptug this product from the watt outtet and refer
servicingto quaUfied service personnet under these
conditions:
a. If power-supply cord or pLugis damaged.
h. If liquid has been spilted or objects have fallen into
product.
c. If product has been exposedto rain or water.
d. If product doesn't operate normaLlyby foLtowing
handbook instructions. AdJustonty those controLs
covered by handbook instructions; improper
adjustment of other controLsmay resuttin damage
and often requires extensive work by a qua[tried
technician to restore product to normat operation.
o. If product has been dropped or cabinet has been
damaged.
f. If product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
23.
Heat
Keep product away
from heat sources
such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves,
or other products
(incLudingamp[triers)
that produce heat.
24. Safety Check
Upon comptetion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask service technician to perform safety
checksto determine that product is in proper operating
condition.
INSTALLATION I PAGE 5
CONTENTS
SAFETYTIPS............................. 2-4
INSTALLATION .......................... 6-16
VCRFeatures Chart ........................ 6
Connections for Your VCR.................. 7-8
Before you operate your VCR............... g-12
Setup for VCRPEus+®C3recording ........... 13-16
CONTROLSAND DISPLAYS.................. 17-19
Front Pane[ Diagram...................... 17
Message Center Front Panel Display ............ 18
VCRStatus Displays ...................... lg
OPERATION ........................... 20-35
The Buttons on Your Remote ................ 20
Programmingyour remote .................. 21
Playback 3og-Shuttie operation ............... 22
CLockMenu............................ 23
Timer Menu............................ 24
INDEX
Audio Menu .............................. 26
Auto ChanneL Search ...................... 11, 25
Connections ........................... 7-8, 27
ChanneLAdd/DeE ........................ 12, 25
CrockSet ............................. 11, 23
Features Chart ............................. 6
Front Panel Diagram ........................ 17
Instant Recording ........................ 33-33
LanguageMenu ............................ 25
Main Menus ............................... 9
Message Center Front Panel DispLay............... 18
PLayback3og-ShuttLe operation ................. 22
PLayingTapes ........................... 29-30
Remote Control ............................ 20
Safety Information ......................... 2-4
Setup for VCR PLus+®C3 recording .............. 13-16
Setup Menu ........................... 25
Audio Menu ........................... 26
Watching TVThrough the VCR................ 27
CameorderConnected to VCR ............... ".28
Playing Tapes ........................ 2g-30
Instant Recording ..................... 31-33
RecordingWhiLeYou're Away ................ 34 °
VCRPLus+®C3recording .................... 35
TROUBLESHOOTING...................... 36-38
SPECIFICATIONS........................... 39
Setup Menu .............................. 25
SpeakEZFunction .......................... 10
Timer Menu .............................. 24
Timer-ControLLedRecording .................... 34
Troublashooting ......................... 36-38
VCRPlus+®C3 recording ....................... 35
VCRStatus Displays ......................... lg
Watching TVthrough the VCR .................. 27
PAGE 6 I XNSTALLATION
Thispageshowsthe featuresofyourVCRandthe differencesbetweenthe models.
FEATURES
VCRP[us+®C3RecordingSystem
Auto SetupSystem(CLock& Tuner)
SpeakEZFunction (English/Spanish)
4-Heads(SpecialVideoEffects)
FuELLoad/QuickStart
Auto Head CLeaner
HTSHi-FiStereo AudioSystem
Frontand RearStereoAudio/Video(A/V) 3acks
RemoteControlMBR425Z
Auto/Manual BandSelect
Auto/ManualChannelSearch
181 ChannelCapability(CATV& TV)
RecordSpeedsSF/EP
PLaybackSpeedsSP/LP/EP
Auto PLaybackSystem
Auto/Manual Digital Tracking
Instant Recording
Timer-ControlledRecording
Auto PLaybackTapeSpeedAdjust
Forward/ReverseSlow-MotionVideo(4-head VCR);Variable1/10 to 1/32
CtearPause/StillVideo
Real-TimeTapeCounter
HighSpeedRewind(Lessthan 70 secondswithT-120 tape)
SpeedSearch
CMSkip
EngEsh/Spanish/FrenchMenus
1-Year,8-Event Timer
MessageCenterFront Pane[Display
Auto CLockSet System
Hook-upCable(VCRto W)
EnergySaving
VCRdesign and specifications are subject to change wi'_hout prior notice.
Requiredconnections for yourVCR.
Connections Without a CabLeBox
Back PaneLof Stereo VCR
INSTALLATION I PAGE 7
Antenna
FLatWire
(300 ohm)
Adaptor
OR (Not pro
Thiscableis provided
with yourVCR.
ConnectionsWith a CabLe Box
OR
%% VHF/L_F_CATV
BackPaneLof Stereo VCR _
CabLeTV
Wail3ack BackPanel of Typical I_/
Turn off power or unplug VCRbefore making any connections.
BackPanel of Typical TV
Back Panel of
Typical CabLeBox CaMeTv
_L Turn off power or unplug VCR
WaLl 3ack
before making any connecUons.
This cable is provided
with your VCR.
PAGE 8 IINSTALLATION
OpUona[ connections for your VCR.
Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV
Use A/V connections for a better picture.
Back Pane[of Stereo VCR
VHFIUHFICATV
OUT
A/V cab|e is not provlded with VCR.
Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR
BackPane[ of Stereo VCR
VHF/UHF/CATV
,_Tum off power
or unptug VCR
before ma_ng
afly conflect_ofl$.
Accessory
(__ Component:
AnotherVCR,
Camcorder,
VideoCamera,
SatelliteReceiver,
3ack pane[ of Accessory LaserDisc Player
,_Tum off power
or unplugVCR
beforema_ng
any connections.
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
Thingsyou must do before you can operate your VCR.
INSTALLATION I PAGE g
CLOCKMENU
AUTOCLOCKSET(ON):[]
MANUALCLOCKSET :N
Pressnumberkeys
QUIT=exit
CLOCK
PROGRAM k'l
MONTH
DAY
START
STOP
CHANNEL
SPEED
REPEAT
11-8) tO select program
ENTER to adjust program
TIMER AUDIO
f
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button
Pressnumberkeys
MAIN MENU
How to Access Menus
Menu operation is easy--just foLlowthe instructions shown
at the bottom of the menu.
1. PressMENU to see main menu.
SpukEZ
ITMER :
SETUP :
CLOCK :_
AUmO :
SETUP MENU
CH. ADD!DEL:
SOURCE:
AUTOPROGRAM:
ON-SCREENDISPLAY:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Press number keys
SETUP
QUIT=exit
SpeakEZ;ON NON mOFF
PLAYBACK:HI-R
RECORD:STEREO
QUIT = exN
Point remote toward VCR
Press number keys
then ENTER QUiT = exit
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AUDIOMENU
2. PressNUMBER(1, 2, 3, or 4) to see desired sub menuto
be used.
3. PressNUMBERto choose desired option to be changed.
4. PressQUIT/CC to exit menu, or wait a few minutes and
the VCRreturns to normal operation.
Note:
Perform menu operations with the VCRand _/on, and tune
the TVto channet 3 or 4. The VCR mustalso be in the VCR
mode of operation. Pressthe W/VCR button repeatedly
untiLVCRindicator light appears in the fTont paneL.
PAGE 10 I INSTALLATION
Things you must do before you can operate yOUTVCR.
Connect the Power
(Required) Plug your VCRinto an unswitched
120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet. Turn on
the VCRby pressingthe POWERon the remote
or on the VCR'sfront panel. While plugged into
an AC o_let,the VCR consumes 3W of eLectTical
powerin OFF condition.
_ Do not plug the VCRinto o switchedpower
outlet. Otherwise, when the power is
switched oj_, the VCRturns o_. Youmay
then hove to reset the time and date, and
reprogramoperational/eotures.
Set your VCR's Clock and Tuner automaUcal[y
After you connect an antenna (or cable company).
and you plugyour VCRinto a 120 Vac, 60 Hz
power outlet, the VERwilt set the clock and
place channels into memory automaUcaLLy.The
"SEARCH" messagewit[ blink for 2-5 minutes in
the VCR'sfront panel display during auto setting.
IYPICALZENITH VCR _
SWITCH
WALL
OUTLET
POWER
B
[_] The auto clock set works only in areas
where Data Service (DS) signals are
provided alongwith normal W signals,
Ifthereisnot channelthatismernodzed,
"No DATA"will appear.
Set PosiUon of the CH3/CH4 Switch
(Required) The CH3/CH4 switch on the VCR's
back panel determines which channel the VCR
usesto send video signals to your TV. The IV
must be tuned to the same channel you set with
the CH3/CH4 switchto see tape playbackand
statusdisplaysfromthe VER. To determine
which videochannelprovidesthebestpictur6
foryour system,trythe switchinEH3 position
and tune your TV to channel3;then trythe CH4
positionand tune your TV to channel4.
For a test display, pressthe TV/VCR button on
remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator Eght
appearsinthe VCR'sfrontpar_ldisplay.Press
MENU on the remoteto see the main menu.
Select SpeakEZ Function (On/Off)
A voicetells youhowto usethe featuresin the
menusif SpeakEZis ON,(ONis recommended.)
Seethe AUDIOMenufor details.
[_ SpeokEZ_unctions with ENGLISHand
SPANISH.
P_ess 6,
SpeakE2
Tg/_g
SEep
CLOCK
AUDIO
PreSsnumberkeys
MAIN MENU
QUIT=exit
ADD_MEHU
v Spe_EZ:ONlION _IOFF
PLAYBACK:HI.FI
RECORD:STEREO
Pressnumberkeys
thenENTER QUIT= exit
w
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to
choose ON or OFF
INSTALLATION I PAGE 11
Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR.
Select Language for VCR Menus/Displays
(Optional) Select EngLish,Spanish, or French for
VCRmenus and status displays. See the
LANGUAGESELECToption on the SETUPmenu
(page 25) for details.
W Set Date and Ttme for Clock
Set the clock in the VCRto the current date and
time. See CLOCKMenu for details.
YourVCRaLsohasonAuto-ClockSetfeature. See
CLOCKMenuon poge23for detaiLs.
_The Timer feature will not function unless
the Clock has been set.
B
Select Source for VCR
(Optional) Set the sourceof the VCRfor the
type of program signal you have connected to
the ANT IN jack on the back of the VCR. Choose
TVif you have an antenna connected to the VCR.
ChooseCATVif you have a cabLesystem (with or
w_thouta cabLebox) connected to the VCR.
ChooseAUXl (or AUX2) if you have an accessory
Audlo/Video (A/V) connected to the VCR.See'
SOURCEoption on SETUPmenu (page 25) for
details.
Press 5.
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SETUPMENU
CH.ADD/DEL;
SOURCE:
ON-SCREENDISPLAY:
AUTOPROGRAM:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Pressnumberkeys
QUIT: exit
SETUPMENU
Press 2.
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CLOCKMENU
AUTOCLOCKSET(ON):[]
MANUALCLOCKSET :N
Press numhef keys
CLOCKMENU
QUIT = exit
Press 3.
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SETUpMENU
CH.ADD/DEL:
SOURCE:
ON*SCREENDISPLAy:
AUTOPROGRAM:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Pressnumberkeys
QUIT=exit
SETUPMENU
D
D
ENTERto set date and tlme
r
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3 or 4)
to select the desired source
SE11Jp MENU
LANGUAGESELECT:ENGUS:-
BENGLI6HIqESPA_IOL
FRANGAIS
Pressnumberkeys
thenENTER QUIT= exit
Press NUMBER (1, 2, or 3)
to select the desired
language
CLOCKMENU
MONTH [] JANUARY
DAY I FRI
YEAR 1999
TIME 12:00AM
Pressnumberkeys
thenENTER QUIT=exU
Press NUMBER (0-9) then
SETUPMENU
SOURCE:TUNER(TV)
gAT_xI HAUX2
Pressnumberkeys
• thenENTER QUIT= exit
CATV
B
Use Auto Program to Find Channels
(Required) Use AUTO PROGRAMto find active
channels in your broadcast area. AUTO PROGRAM
storesthe active channels that you can access
by using the CH (V/A). SeeAUTOPROGRAMon
the SETUPMenu (page 25) for details.
Press 1.
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SETUpMENU
CH.AOU_EL:
SOURCE:
O_CREEN DISPLAY:
AUTOPROGRAM: M
LANGUAGESELECT:
Press number keys
QUIT=exN
SETUPMENU
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: SEARCHIN(
QUIT : exit ,_
PAGE 12 I INSTALLATION
Thingsyou may want to do before you operate your VCR.
Use CH. ADD/DEL to Create Favorite
Channels
(Optional) UseCH. ADD/DEL to change the |ist
of active channels found when using AUTO
PROGRAM,so you can list your favorites. See
CH. ADD/DEL on the SETUPMenu (page 25) for
details.
Press 2.
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SETUPMENU
CH. ADD/eEL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREENDISPLAY:
AUTOPROGRAM:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Press number keys
% QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
SETUPMENU
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. [] ADD
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
Press NUMBER (0-9)
then ENTER
Select Other Menu Options
Showor hide the VCRstatus on your screen by
usingthe ON-SCREENDISPLAYoption on the
SETUPmenu. We recommend keeping this option
ON. See the SETUPmenu for details.
If you have a stereo VCR,press ENTERto se{ecL
the audio format (HI-FI or NORMAL)to use
when you pray a tape. We recommend seLLing
this option to HI-FI. See the PLAYBACKMODE
option on the AUDIO Menu for details.
Press 4.
I
SETUPMENU
CH, ADD/DEL:
SOURCE:
ON-SCREENDISPLAY:
AUTOPROGRAM:
LANGUAGESELECT:
Press number keys
SETUP MENU
I_ rmmber_mys
QUIT = exR
Press 4.
SpeakEZ
TIMER
SETUP
CLOCK
AUDIO
QUIT= exit
MAIN MENU
)D
SETUPMENU
ON-SCREENDISPLAy:ON
Press numl_ keys
then ENTER QUIT : exit
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to
choose ON or OFF
AUDIOMENU
SpeakEZ:ON
PLAYBACK:HI-R m
RECORD:STEREO
Pressnumberkeys
thenENTER QUIT=exit
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to
choose HI-FI or NORMAl.
DON mOFF
HkFI
NORMAL
[]
If you have a stereo VCR,press ENTERto select
the audio format (STEREO,MONOor SAP) to use
when recording. Werecommend using STEREO.
See the RECORDMODEoption on the AUDIO
Menu for details.
Press 4.
SpeakEZ
TIMER
SETUP
CLOCK
AUDIO
Pressnumber keys
MAIN MENU
QUIT= exit
)l
AUDIOMENU
SpeekEZ:ON
PLAYBACK:HI-FI
RECORD:STEREO_s_TI;O
Pressnumberkeys
thenENTER QUiT=exit
Press NUMBER (1, 2 or 3)
to choose STEREO,NON0,
or SAP
INSTALLATION I PAGE 13
Before you can recordprogramswith VCRPtus+®C3,you must teLLthis VCRthe PlusCodeTM channels for your area.
Introduction
These PlusCodeTM channeLsmust be mapped to the active
channels you found using AUTO CHANNELon the SETUP
menu. An example of channel mapping and a blank
worksheet are provided for your convenience. Checkthe TV
schedule in your Local newspaper for the published
PtusCodeTM channels.
Note: The C3system providescabLe-box channel control for
most cable boxes.
Channel Mapping Your VCR
PREPARATION(Already Done)
See "Before You Operate Your VCR".
1. Set Date and Time for CLock.
2. Select Tuning Band for VCR.
3. Use Auto Channel to find channels.
PRELIMINARY STEPS
1. Turnon VCR, TV,and cable box (if used).
2. Select TV (or CAW) for SOURCEon SETUPmenu.
3. Obtain Listingof PtusCode channels.
CHANNEL MAPPING
1. Complete Channel Mapping Worksheet.
2. Determine the 'MFR"number for your cabte box or DBS
(if used) from the tLst of Cable Box/DBS "MFR'
(Manufacturer) Numbers provided on the next page.
3. PressVCR+on remote and follow all on-screen
instructions. Enter channels with Numbers. Use AD3
(Lea/Right) to erase (some models).
Example of Compteted Worksheet
Worksheet with Channels Found
via Auto Channel
Channelfound Networkor PlusCedeTM
viaAutoChannel
(TVCh/CableCh) (VCR+Ch)
2 CBS
5 NBC
7 ABC
9 WB
11 PB$
2O PBS
26
50 WPWR
60 HSN
66 WGBO
StationID Channel
WSNS
Published
÷
÷
Completed Worksheet for Channel Mspping
Channelfound Published
viaAtaoChannelNetworkor PlusCodeTM
(TVCWCab_eCh Staho_lID Channel
2 CBS 2
5 NBC 5
7 ABC 6
9 WB 8
11 PBS 11&19
20 PBS 20
23 WFBT - -
(VCR+Ch)
Published List of PlusCode TM
PlusCodes
Ch.2:WBBM ICBS) 2
Ch.5:WMAQ (NBC) 5
Ch.7:WLS LABC) 6
Ch.9:WGN (WB) 8
Ch.11:WTTW (PBS) 11&19
Ch.20:WYCC (PBS) 20
Ch.26:WCIU (Ind) 26
Ch.32:WFLD (Fox) 32
Ch.38:WCFC (Ind.) 3
Ch.44:WSNS (Tel.) 4
Ch,50:WPWR (UPN) 42
Ch.66:WGBO (Uni.) 46
Channels
50 WPWR 42
60 HSN - -
66 WGBO 46
VCR PLus+, C' and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation. The VCRPLus+system is manufactured under
Licensefrom Gemstar0eve[opment Corporation.
WSNS 4
PAGE 14 IINSTALLATION
Beforeyou can record programswith VCRP[us+®C3,you must tel[ this VCRthe PiusCodeTM channeLsfor your area.
CabLeBox DBS
Tunesto OR Tunesto
Channel19 Channel 200
CLearpath to
waiL,windowor
anyreflective
surfaceto
bounce IR
signals to
CabLeBox
or DBS
IR(Infrared)
SignalPath
from VCR
to CabLeBox
or DBS
Testing your VCRwith CaMe Box and DBSManufacturer Numbers
Manufacturer NumbeJs
ARCHER 1.5, 6, 37, 49
CABLETENNA 1,37,49
CABLEVIEW 4, 25, 3s, 37, 41, 49
CENTURy 37, 40, 46, 56
CITXZEN 4, 25, 3S, 37, 41, 49
CURTXS 8, 9, 42, 47
OIAMOND 1, 37,49
EAGLE 11, 18, 19, 22, 33, 4S. 48
EASTERN 24
GCBRAND 4, 2S, 35, 37, 41, 49
GEMINI 4
GENERALELECTRIC 1, 44
GENERAL ], Z, 3, 4, Zg,43, 51,
INSTRUMENTS 53, 54, 58
HAi4LIN 12, ]3, 24,34
HITACHI 26
I ,_XSCO 4
! JERROLD 1, 2, 3, 4, Zg, 43, 51, 53, 54, $8
MACOM Z6
MAGNAVOX 2Z
MAGNAVOXDBS1 59
MAGNAVOXDBS2 60
MATSUSHITA 14, 15, 62
t4OV]ETIkiE 27, 32, 3S. 37
NOVAVXS[ON 8, 9, 42, 47
Using Cable Box and DBS 'MFR" Numbers
Beforeyou can use VCR+,you'LLneedto test your VCRand
cable box the way:
While fo[Lowlngthe on-screen instructions for CH MAP.you
wii[ be asked to enter the output channel of your cable
box/DBS and its MFR(Manufacturer) number. Locate your
brand of your cable box/DBS in the above list and usethe
first number shown. If your cable box does not seLect
channeL19 while you're testing, try the next MFRnumber.
Keep testing untl( you have tried a[[ of the NFR numbersfor
your brand.
Manufacturer Numbers
NSC 27, 31, 33
NEE 27, 31, 33
OAK 10, 38
OAKSIGMA 10, 38
PA/4ASONIC 14, 1S, 62
PANASONICDBS 61
pHILIPS 7, 11, 18, 20, El, 3g
PIONEER 5, 6
PULSER 4, 25, 55, 37, 41, 49
OUF_T S, 6
RADIOSHACK 37, 40, 46, 56
RCA 14. 15, 62
RCADBS 62
REALISTIC 37, 40, 46. 56
RECOTON 37, 40, 46, 56
REGAL 12, 13. 24, 34
REGENCY 24
REMBRANDT 1, 27, 32, 3S, 37, 49
SAMSUNG 5, 6, 27. 33, 35
SCZENTLFICkTLANTA 8, 9, 4Z, 47
SIGNAL 22
SHERITECH 23
SLMARX 6, 27, 33, 35
S.L MARX 35, 16, 37, 41, 49
If none of the Usted MFRnumbers work, you can:
1. Try aLLMFR numbersavailable, from 1-63 until you find a
numberthat works; or
2. Enter gg for the MFR number to disable cabLe-box
channel control
Note: With gg, your VCRcannot remotely control the
cable box. Keepthe cable box on and presetectthe
cabLe-boxchannel when usingVCR P[us+®C_ recording.
Manufacturer Numbers
SONYDBS 63
SPRUCER 14, 15,62
STANDARD 27, 32, 35, 37
COMPONENTS
STARGATE 4, 6, ZS, 27, 33, 35, 37, 41, 4g
SYLVANIA 17
TEI(NIKA 5S
TELECAPTION 5?
TELEVtEW 6, 27, 3_, 35
I"EXSCAN 16. 17
TOCOM 1, _9, 30, 35, 52
TOSHIBA 30
UNIDENOBS1 59
UNIOENDBS1 60
UNIKA 1, 37, 49
UNIVERSAL 3S, 36, 37. 41, 49
VIDEOWAY ?, ZO. 39
V_EWSTAR 11, 18, 19, 22.33, 45, 48
VID TECH 50
VIDTEK 5O
ZENITH 7, 20, 3g
Note: Use 9g for aLLother cable boxes.
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