Zenith TVSB1320 Owner’s Manual

Operating Guide

& Warranty

13" Color TV/VCR Combination

TVSB1320

OF CONTENTS

• IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ............................... 3

• SPECIFICATIONS ................................................. 5

• SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES .................................. 5

• PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... 6

Location .................................................................. 6

Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and Fire..... 6

CAUTION ............................................................... 6

• FEATURES ............................................................ 7

• VIDEO CASSETTE ................................................ 8

• OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS ..... 9

• PREPARATION FOR USE .................................. 11

Antenna/Cable Connections ................................ 11

Installing the Batteries .......................................... 12

External Input Mode ............................................. 12

• SET UP FOR USE ............................................... 13

Channel Set Up for the FirstTime ....................... 13

Deleting (or Adding) Channel .............................. 13

Channel Set Up Again ......................................... 14

Selecting the Language ....................................... 14

Daylight-Saving Time ........................................... 14

Clock Set Up (Auto / Manual) .............................. 15

• ON-SCREEN DISPLAY ....................................... 17

• SPECIAL FEATURES ......................................... 17

Degaussing .......................................................... 17

Real Time Tape Counter ...................................... 17

Auto Rewind-Eject ................................................ 17

• TV OPERATION .................................................. 18

Watching a TV Program ....................................... 18

Game Mode ......................................................... 18

Picture Control ..................................................... 18

Closed Caption System ....................................... 19

• PLAYBACK ......................................................... 20

Normal Playback .................................................. 20

Tracking Adjustment ............................................ 20

Picture Search...................................................... 20

Still Picture ........................................................... 20

Noise line Reduction (in the Still mode) ............... 20

Vertical Hold Control ............................................ 20

• SPECIAL PLAYBACK ........................................ 21

Rental Playback ................................................... 21

Auto Repeat Playback ......................................... 21

• SEARCH .............................................................. 21

Zero Return .........................................................

Time Search ......................................................... =_

• RECORDING ....................................................... 23

Normal Recording ................................................ 23

Skippincl Unwanted

Scenes_)udng Recording .................................... 23

OTR (One Touch Recording) ............................... 24

Copying a Video Cassette

(Requires a VCR or camcorder) .......................... 24

• TIMER .................................................................. 25

Automatic Timer Recording ................................. 25

Timer Program Extension .................................... 26

Auto Return .......................................................... 27

Wake Up Timer .................................................... 28

Sleep Timer .......................................................... 28

• MAINTENANCE .................................................. 29

• TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................ 30

FULL 90 DAY WARRANTY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship in
this TV/VCR combination, free of charge. For one year from the date of purchase, Sears will supply,
at no charge, replacement for defective parts.

The above warranty coverage applies only to TV/VCR combinations which are used for private

household purposes.
TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE, SIMPLY RETURN THE TV/VCR COMBINATION TO THE

NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from

state to state.

Sears Roebuck and Co. Dept. 817WA Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

For the location of a Sears Service Center in your area : 1-800-488-1222

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture, l

1,_ _ ,_ ] ,_ This symbol indicates that dangerous

TheaboveCAUTIONislocatedon_lebackoftheTVNCRcabinet.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable
parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
personnel.

voltage constituting a risk of electric

shock is present within this unit.

This symbol indicates that there are im-
portant operating and maintenance im

structione in the literature
accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1.Read instructions-Read all safety and operating
instructions before operating this appliance.

2.Save Instructions-Save these safety and
operating instructions for future reference.

3.Reed Warnings-Adhere to all warnings and
cautions on the appliance and in this operating

guide.

4.Follow Instructions-Follow all safety and

operation instructions.

5.Cleaning-Unplug TV/VCR from the wall outlet be-
fore cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol

cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6.Attachments-Do not use attachments not recom-
mended by the TVNCR manufacturer as they may

cause hazards.

7.Wster and Moisture-Do not use thisTV/VCR near
water, for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl,

kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or
near a swimming pool, and the like.

8,Acceseories-Do not place this TV/VCR on an un-

stable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The
TVNCR may fall, causing serious injuryto some-

one, and sedous damage to the appliance. Use
only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table rec-

ommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
TVNCR. Any mounting of the appliance should fol-

low the manufacturer's instructions and should use
a mounting accessory recommended by the manu-

lecturer. An appliance and cart combination should
be moved with care.

Quick stops, excessive force,
and uneven surfaces may FORTAG_CARTWARNING

cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.

9.Ventilation-There are slots and openings in the
"I'VNCR cabinet to provide ventilation and protect it
from overheating. These openings must not be

blocked or covered. Do not place the TV/VCR on
a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that wil] cause

the ventilation openings to be blocked. Never place

the TVNCR near or over a radiator or heat register.
Never place the TVNCR in a built-in installation
such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventila-
tion space is provided for it according tothe instruc-

tions in thisowner's manual.

lO.Power Sources-This TVNCR should be operated

only from the type of power source indicated on the

marking label. If you are not sure ofthe type of
power supply to your home, consultyour appliance

dealer or local power company. For TV/VCRs in-
tended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instructions.

11.Grounding or Polarization-This TVNCR is

equipped with a polarized alternating-current line

plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug willfit into the power outlet only
one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable

to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing
the plug. If the plug should stillfail to fit, contact

your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do

not defeat the safety purpose of the poladzed plug.

12.Power Cord Protection-Route power supply cords

so that they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed on or against them. Take

special care to keep all TV/VCR plug and cord-exit

points clear of contact with other items.

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FIGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

NED - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

S2898A

ANTENNA
LEAD IN

WIRE

/ ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT
{NEO SECTION 810-20)

, GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUNDCLAMPS

_. _p__...._ POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART E50, PART H)

13.Outdoor Antenna grounding-If an outsideantenna

or cable system is connectedto the TVNCR, be sure
the antenna or cablesystem is groundedsoas to pro-

vide some protectionagainst voltage surgesand built-

upstaticcharges. Article810 of the National Electrical

Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides informationwith

respectto proper groundingofthe mast and support-
ingstructure,groundingofthe lead-inwire to an an-

tenna discharge unit,size of groundingconductors,

locationof antenna-discharge unit, connection to
groundingelectrodes, and requirements for the
groundingelectrode.(Fig. A)

14.Lightning-Dudng a lightning storm, or before leav-

ing it unattended and unused for a longperiod of
time, unplug the TVNCR from the wall outlet, and

disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will
prevent damage to the TVNCR from lightning and
power-surges.

15.Power Lines-An outside antenna system should not
be located in thevicinityof overhead powerlines or
other electdc lightor power circuits, orwhere itcan

fall intopower lines orcircuits.When installingan out-
side antenna system,extreme care shouldbe taken

to keepfrom touchingpower lines or circuits,as con-
tact with them mightbe fatal.

16.Overloading-Do not overload wall outlets and ex-
tension cords as this can result in a risk offire or

electric shock.

17.Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of
any kind intothis TVNCR through openings as
they may touch dangerous voltage points or short

out parts that could resutt in a fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquidof any kind on the TV/VCR.

18.Servicing-Do not attempt to service this TV/VCR
yourself as opening or removing covers may ex-
pose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Refer all servicing toqualified service personnel.

19.Damage Requiring Service-Unplug this TVNCR
from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified

service personnel under the following conditions:

a. When the power-supply cord or plug isdam-

aged or frayed.

b. If liquid has been spilled, orobjects have fallen

intothe "rVNCR.

c. If the TVNCR has been expbsed to rain or

water.

d. If the TVNCR does not operate normally by

following the operating instructions. Adjust only
those controls that are covered by the operating

instructions, as improper adjustment of other

controls may result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a qualified technician

to restore the TVNCR to its normal operation.

e. If the TVNCR has been dropped or damaged in

any way.

f. When the TVNCR exhibits a distinct change in

performance it needs to be serviced.

20.Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are

required, be sure the service technician has used
replacement parts specified by the manufacturer

that have the same characteristics as the original

part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,

electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards.

21.Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or
repairs to thisTVNCR, ask the service technician

to perform routine safety checks to determine that
the TVNCR is in proper operating condition.

22.Heat-This TVNCR product should be situated
away from heat sources such as radiators, heat reg-

isters, stoves, or other products (including amplifi-

ers) that produce heat.

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The serial number of this product is found on the back of the unit. Record the serial number and other
vital information here and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid

identification in case of theft.

Date of Purchase
Store Address

Store Phone Number
Model Number
Serial Number

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SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CRT : 13 inch in-linegun,90°defleclion tube

Television system : NTSC-M
Closed caption system : §15.119/FCC
Video Heads : Rotary two-head

Video input level :

Audio input level :

Video S/N ratio :
Audio S/N ratio :

0.5-2.0Vp-p

-15dBs
More than 46dB

More than 43dB

Tape width : 1/2 inch
Tape speed

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

SP : 33.40mm/sec.

LP : 16.67mm/sec.

SLP : 11.12mm/sec.

Tuner channel

TV VHF Low : #2-#6
TV VHF High : #7-#13

TV UHF : #14-#69

CATV

Power requirement :
Power consumption :

Dimensions :

Weight :

AC 120V/60Hz
65W

H : 15-13/16" (402ram)

W : 15-3/16" (386mm)

D : 14-3/4" (376mm)

24.3 Ibs (11.0 kg)

VHF : 5A
MID band : A5~A1, A-I

SUPER band : J~W

HYPER band : W+1-W+84

• Designs and specifications are subject to

change without notice and without our
legal obligation.

Terminals

Antenna input : VHF/UHF 75 ohms

unbalanced

Video input : RCA connector x 1
Audio input : RCA connector x 1

Earphone : 1/8" monaural (3.5 mm)

determined that this product meets
the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for
energy efficiency. ENERGY STARe is
a U.S. registered mark.

,As an ENERGY STAR®

Partner, Sears has

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

• Remote Control - Part No.N0242UD

• Dipole Antenna

• Matching Adapter

• Two(2) AA Batteries

• To order a replacement Remote Control, call 1o800-366-7278

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PRECAUTIONS

For safe operation and satisfactory performance

of your TVNCR, keep the following in mind when
selecting a place for its installation:

• Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away
from sources of intense heat.

• Avoid dusty or humid places.

• For proper heat dissipation, avoid places with

insufficient ventilation. Do not block the

ventilation holes at the top and bottom of the

unit. Do not place the unit on a carpet
because this will block the ventilation holes.

• Install unit in a horizontal position.

• Avoid locations subject to strong vibration.

• Do not place the TVNCR near strong
magnetic fields.

• Avoid moving TV/VCR to locations where
temperature differences are extreme.

• Do not handle the power cord with wet hands.

• Do not pull on the power cord when

disconnecting it from an AC wall outlet. Grasp

it by the plug.

• If, by accident, water is spilled on your unit,
unplug the power cord immediately and take

the unit to a Sears Service Center for

servicing.

• Do not put your fingers or objects into the
TV/VCR cassette holder.

• Do not place anything directly on top of the unit.

Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit

when it is moved from a cold place to a warm
place, or after heating a cold room or under

conditions of high humidity. If a tape is played in

a TV/VCR which has moisture, it may damage
the tape and TV/VCR. Therefore when you

suspect that condensation has occurred inside
the unit, turn the POWER button ON and allow at

}east 2 hours for the unit to dry out.

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IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION

Unauthorized recording or use of broadcast
television programming, video tape, film or
other copyrighted material may violate
applicable copyright laws. Sears assumes no
responsibility for unauthorized duplication,
use, or other acts which infringe upon the

rights of copyright owners.

FCC WARNING

This equipment may generate or use radio
frequency energy. Changes or modifications

to this equipment may cause harmful
interference unless the modifications are

expressly approved in the instruction manual.
Do not operate this equipment if an
unauthorized change or modification is made.

This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses, and can radiate

radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions,

may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particularinstallation.Ifthis
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interferenceby one or more of the following

measures:

1) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2) Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.

3) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.

4) Consult the dealer or an experienced
radio/TV technician for help.

A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING
This product's packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any

materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations.
Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your

local regulations concerning chemical wastes.

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FEATURES

• Infrared remote control

• Bilingual on-screen menu display select-

able in English or Spanish

• Real time counter-

This shows the elapsed recording or playbeck time

in hours, minutes, and seconds, The "-" indication

will appear when the tape is rewound further than

the tape counter position "0:00:00",

• 181 channel capability PLL frequency

synthesizer tuner with direct station call-
A converter may be necessary to view scrambled

cable channels.

• Auto Clock Setting-
Allows you to set the clock function from a PBS

broadcast station.

• Closed caption system-
You may view specially labeled (cc) "iV programs,

movies, news, prerecorded tapes, etc. with either a
dialogue caption or text display added to the
program.

• Game mode-
Automatically sets external input mode and allows

TV/VCR display to be suitable for use with TV
games,

• Auto power on and off system-
Automatically turns on the TV/VCR when you insert

the cassette, turns off after auto-rewind, and ejects
when the beginning of the tape is reached.

• Auto rewind when the end of a tape is

reached-
This function doesn't occur when using timer

recording.

• Three different playback tape speeds :

SP/LP/SLP

• Two different recording tape speeds :

SP/SLP

• 2 Step picture search operation-

You can view a video program at high speed or

super high speed in either a forward or reverse

direction in LP and SLP mode. High speed only in

SP mode.

• Zero Return-
The tape returns to counter of0:00:00 by rewinding

or fast-forwarding.

• Still-

"Freeze" the picture at any time, for close

viewing of a particular scene. Only tapes recorded
in SLP mode will show a fairly clear picture.

• Digital Auto Tracking (DTR)-
Automatically adjusts the tracking for each tape you

play.

• Rental play mode-

Improves playback picture quality from worn tapes,
such as rental tapes.

• Auto repeat-

Allows you to repeat a tape indefinitely without
pressing the PLAY button.

• Time search-

Let you set the TVNCR to advance the tape by

entering the desired playback time you want to skip.

• OTR (One Touch Recording)-
Instant timed recording from 30 to 480 minutes is
possible at the push of the REC/OTR button.

• 1 Year, 8 events (including Daily and
Weekly Timer Recording)-

The built-in timer allows you to record up to 8
programs at different times on different channels up
to 1 year in advance. The Daily timer allows

recordings to be made of daily broadcasts, and the
Weekly timer allows recording to be made once a
week up to the end of the tape.

• Auto return-
After timer recording is finished, the TVNCR can

return to the beginning of the recording.

• Wake up/Sleep Umer-
Allows you to have the TVNCR automatically turn

on or off at a desired time.

• Timer Program Extension-

Allows you to shift the time schedule for automatic

timer recording.

• ca Skip-

Each time this button is pressed during tape
playback, the VCR will fast-forward 30 seconds of

tape time, up to 180 seconds.

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VIDEO CASSETTE

This TV/VCR will operate with any cassette that has the _/[_ mark. For best results, we

recommend the use of high-quality tapes. Do not use poor quality or damaged tapes.

PRECAUTIONS

• Avoid moisture. Moisture condensation may
occur inside the unit when it is moved from a

cold place to a warm place, or after heating a
cold room or under conditions of high humidity.
If a tape is played in a TVNCR which has
moisture, it may damage the tape and TVNCR.
Therefore when you suspect that condensation

has occurred inside the unit, turn the POWER
button ON and allow at least 2 hours for the unit

to dry out.

• Avoid extreme heat, high humidity and
magnetic fields.

• Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism.

• Do not touch the tape with your fingers.

TAPE SPEEDS

You may choose to record at two different tape

speeds:

• SP-Standard Play

• SLP- Super Long Play

The table below shows the maximum

recording/playback time using T60, T120 or T160

tapes in each mode.

Tape Speed Recording/Playback Time

iNSER-I{NG A CASSETTE

Position cassette with the. view-window facing
up, as pictured below. Insert cassette into

cassette slot by pushing in gently, but

continuously, on the center of the cassette back
until cassette is drawn into the TV/VCR.

Once cassette is fully inserted, the TV/VCR will
automatically turn on.

CORRECT

REMOVING A CASSETTE

1) With the TV/VCR in the Stop mode, press the
EJECT button on the remote control, or press

the STOP/EJECT button on the TV/VCR. The
cassette will eject.

2) Pull the cassette out of the cassette compart-
ment.

3) Store the cassette in itscase as shown:

T[Ty_ of T60 T120 Tt60

SP mode 1 hour 2 hours 2-2/3 hours
SLP mode 3 hours 6 hours 8 hours

NOTE: You can play back a tape recorded in LP
(Long Play) mode.

ERASE PREVENTION
You can prevent

accidental erasing of

recording by breaking

off the tab on the back
edge of the cassette.

If you decide to record

on the tape again, cover
the hole with plastic
tape.

TransparentTape

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OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

NOTES:

• We do not recommend that you use a "univereaJ" remote control to operate this TVNCR. Not allof the functions

may work. Call the manufacturer of the universal remote control, not Sears, if you have problems with it.

• Depending on your antenna system, you may need other connectors in addition to the coaxial cable supplied
with this unit. See Antenna/Cable Connections section of this manual.

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4 STOP button -

Press to stop the tape motion.

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1 EARPHONE jack-

Connects to earphones (not supplied) for personal
listening. The size of jack is 1/8" monaural (3.5mm).

2 AUDIO input jack-

Connect to the audio output jack of your audio

equipment, video camera or another VCR

3 VIDEO input jack-

Connect to the video output jack of your video

camera or another VCR.

EJECT button-
Press inthe Stopmode to remove tape from "FVNCR.

Select the setting modes from the on-screen menu.
Press to enter digits when setting program.

(For example: Setting clock or timer program)

5 REW button-

Press to rewind the tape, or to view the picture ,
rapidly in reverse during the PLAY mode.

Pressto select a mode from a particularmenu.
(For example: Language or user's set up)

6 PLAY button-

Press to start the PLAY mode.
Select the setting modes from the on-screen menu.

Press to enter digits when setting program.
(For example: Settingclock ortimerprogram)

7 F.FWD button-

Press to rapidly advance the tape, or to view the
picture rapidly in forward during playback mode.
When setting program (For example: Setting clock
or timer program), press to determine your selec-
tionand proceed to the next step you want to input.

Press to determine setting modes from on-screen
menu. Press to select a mode from a particularmenu.
(For example: Language or user's set up)

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8 REC(RECORD) button-

Press for manual recording.
OTR button- Activates One Touch Recording.

(Only on the TVNCR)

9 RECORD indicator-

Flashes during recording.

Lights up in the Stand-by mode for

Timer Recording.

10 Remote Sensor Window-

Receives the infrared signals from the remote

control.

11 CHANNEL UP/DOWN buttons-

Press to select the desired channels for viewing or

recording.

TRACKING function- Press to minimize video

'noise' (lines or dots on screen) during playback
mode.

12 VOLUME +/-(UP/DOWN) buttons-

Adjust the volume level.

13 PWR(POWER) button-

Press to turn TV/VCR on and off. Press to activate
timer recording.

14 Cassette slot-

Insertthe cassette here.

15 Number buttons-

Press to select desired channels for viewing or re-
cording, To select channels from 1 to 9, first press

the 0 button and then 1 to 9.

100+ button- When selecting cable channels
which are higher than 99, press this button first,
then press the last two digits. (To select channel

125, first press the "100+" button then press "2"
and "5").

16 MENU button-

Pressto displaythemainmenuontheTV screen,

17 DISPLAY button-

Display the counter or the current channel number
and current time on the TV screen.

18 SPEED button-

Press to choose the desired recording speed:

SP/SLP.

19 COUNTER RESET button- Press to reset

counter to 0:00:00.

Press to cancel a timer program setting
(See page 27).

20 GAME button-

Sets the game mode and external input mode at
the same time.

21 TIME SEARCH button-

Press to activate Time Search mode.

22 PAUSE/STILL button-

Press to temporarily stop the tape during the

recording orto view a stillpicture during playback.

23 MUTE button-

Mutes the sound. P'rsssitagain to resume sound.

24 CM. SKIP button-

Each time this button is pressed during tape
playback, the VCR wil fast-forward 30 seconds of

tape time, up to 180 seconds.

25 WAKE UP/SLEEP button-

Sets the Wake up or Sleep Timer.

26 Power cord-

Connect to a standard AC outlet (120V/60Hz)

27 ANT. terminal-

Connect to an antenna or cable system.

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