Zenith TVSC2040F Owner’s Manual

Operating Guide & Warranty

20" Color TV/VCR Combination

TVSC2040F

TABLE OF CONTENTS

M IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ................ 3

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

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

M PRECAUTIONS ........................... 6

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

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

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

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

• VIDEO CASSEI-I'E ........................ 8

• OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS .... 9

i PREPARATION FOR USE .................. 11

Antenna/Cable Connections ................. tt

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

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

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

Channel Set Up for the First Time ............ 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

M ON-SCREEN DISPLAY .................... 17

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

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

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

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

• TV OPERATION ......................... 17

Watching a TV Program .................... 17

Game Mode ............................. 17

Picture Control ....................... _'i. '.18

Closed Caption System ...................... 18

V-CHIP Set Up ..... _..................... 19

M PLAYBACK ............................. 21

Normal Playback ......................... 21

Tracking Adjustment ....................... 21

Slow Motion ............................. 21

Picture Search ........................... 21

Still Picture .............................. 21

Vertical Hold Control ....................... 21

• SPECIAL PLAYBACK ..................... 22

Rental Playback .......................... 22

Auto Repeat Playback ..................... 22

U SEARCH ............................... 23

Zero Return ............................. 23

Time Search ............................. 23

Index Search ............................ 24

• RECORDING ............................ 25

NormalRecording ........................ 25

SkippingUnwanted

Scenes DuringRecording................... 25

OTR (OneTouchRecording) ................ 26

Copyinga Video Cassette

(Requires a VCR or cam,corder) .............. 26

ITIMER ................................. 27

Automatic "i3merRecording ................. 27

Timer ProgramExtension ................... 28

AutoReturn ............................. 29

Wake Up Timer .......................... 30

Sleep Timer ............................. 30

• MAINTENANCE .......................... 31

• TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............... 32

FULL 90 DAYWARRANTY

For 90 days from the date of purchase, Sears will repair any defect in material or workmanship in this TVNCR 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 TVNCR 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.

This symbol indicates that dangerous

The above CAUTION is located on the back of the _/NCR cabinet.

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 symbo_ indicates that there are

important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature

accompanying the appliance.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read instructions-Read all safety and operating instructions before operatingthisappliance.

2. Save Instructions-Save these safetyand operatinginstructionsforfuture reference.

3. Heed Warnings-Adhere to all warningsand cautionsonthe applianceand in thisoperating guide.

4. Follow Instructions-Follow all safetyand operationinstructions.

5.Cleaning-Unplug TVNCR from the walloutlet before cleaning.Do not useliquidcleaners or aerosolcleaners. Use a dampclothforcleaning.

6.Attachments-Do not useattachmentsnot

recommendedby theTVNCR manufactureras

theymay cause hazards.

7. Water and Moisture-Do not usethisTVNCR near

water,for example, near a bathtub,wash bowl, kitchensink,or laundry tub, ina wet basement, or neara swimmingpool.andthe like.

8. Acceesories-Do not place this TVNCR on an

unstablecart, stand,tripod,bracket,or table. The TVNCR may fall, causingsedousinjuryto someone, and seriousdamage tothe appliance. Use onlywitha cart, stand, tripod,bracket, or table recommendedby themanufacturer, or soldwith the "FVNCR.Any mountingof the appliance should

follow the manufacturer'sinstructionsand should

usea mountingaccessoryrecommendedby the

manufacturer.Anapplianceand cart combination

should be moved withcare.

Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

PORTABLE CART WARNING !

9.Ventilation-There are slots and openings in the

T'v'NCR cabinet toprovideventilationandprotectit

from overheatingThese openings must not be

blocked or covered. Do notplace theTVNCR on a bed, sofa, rug,or similarsurfacethatwillcause the ventilationopeningsto be blocked.Never place

the TVNCR nearor over a radiatoror heatregister. Never placethe TV/VCR in a built-in installation

such as a bookcase or rackunlessproper ventilation space is provided for it according to the

instructions in this owner's manual.

10. Power Sources-This TVNCR should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of

power supply to your home, consult your appliance

dealer or local power company.ForTVNCRs

intendedto operatefrom batterypower,or other sources, refer to theoperatinginstructions.

11. Grounding or Polarization-This TVNCR is

equippedwith a polarized alternating-current line plug(a plug havingone bladewiderthan the

other).This plug will fit intothe poweroutletonly one way.Thisis a safetyfeature. If youare unable to insertthe plugfully into the outlet,try reversing the plug.Ifthe plugshouldstillfail to fit, contact

your electricianto replaceyourobsoleteoutlet. Do

net defeat the safetypurposeof the potadzad 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 TVNCR plug and cord-exit points clear of contact with other items.

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FfGURE A

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATtONAL ELECTRtCAL CODE

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13.Outdoor Antenna grounding-If an outside antennaor cablesystem isconnectedto the TVNCR, be sure the antennaorcable systemis groundedso as toprovidesome protectionagainst voltagesurges and built-upstaticcharges,Article

810 of the National ElectricalCode, ANSI/NFPANo.

70, providesinformationwithrespectto proper

groundingofthe mastand supportingstructure, groundingofthe lead-inwire to an antenna dischargeunit,size ofgroundingconductors, locationof antenna-dischargeunit, connectionto groundingelectrodes,and requirementsforthe groundingelectrode.(Fig. A)

14.Lightnlng-Dudng a lightningstorm,orbefore leavingit unattendedand unusedfor a longperiod oftime, unplugtheTVNCR 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 Ltnes-An outsideantenna systemshould not be locatedinthe vicinityofoverheadpower

tinesor other electrictightor powercircuits,or where it can fall intopowerlinesorcircuits.When

installingan outsideantennasystem,extreme care

shoutd he taken to keep from touchingpower tines or circuits,as contact with them might be fatal.

• 16.Overloading-Do not overload walt outlets and extension cordsas this can result in a riskoffire or

electric shock.

17.Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this TVNCR through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the TVNCR.

t8.Servleing-Do not attempt to service this TV/VCR

yourself as opening or removing covers may

expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

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

servicepersonnelunderthefollowing conditions: a.Whenthe power-supplycord orplugis damaged

orfrayed.

b. If liquidhas beenspilled,or objectshave fallen

intothe TVNCR.

c. Ifthe TV/VCR has beenexposedto rainorwater. d.lf the "I'VNCR does notoperatenormallyby

following the operatinginstructions.Adjustonly those controlsthatare covered by the operating

instructions, as improperadjustment of other

controls may result in damage and will often

require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore theTVNCR to its normal operation.

e.ft the TVNCR has been dropped or damaged in

any way.

f. When the TVNCR exhibits a distinct change in

performanceit needs to be serviced.

2O.Replacement Parts-Whenreplacement parts are

required, be sure the servicetechnician has used replacement parts specifiedbythe manufacturer that have the same characteristicsas the odglnal part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire,

electdc shock, injuryto persons or other hazards.

21.Safety Check-Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TVNCR, ask the service technician to performroutine safety checks to determine that the TVNCR is in proper operating condition.

22.Heat- This TVNCR product shouldbe situated away fromheat eeumee such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves,or other products (including

amplifiers)that produce heat.

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The serial numberof thisproduct isfound on the back ofthe unit. Record the serial number and other

vital informationhere 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

SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

CRT : 20 inch in-line gun, 90" deflection tube

Television system : NTSC-M

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

Tape width: 1/2 inch

Tapespeed

SP : 33.40mm/sec. LP : 16.67mm/sec. SLP : 11.12mm/sec.

Tuner channel

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

TV UHF : #14~#69

CATV VHF : 5A

MiD band : A5~A1, A-I SUPER band : J~W

HYPER band : W+1-W+84

Terminals

Antenna input : VHFAJHF 75 ohms

unbalanced

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

Eaq0hone: 1/8" monaural (3.5 mm)

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Video input level : 0.5-2,0Vp-p Audio input level : -15dBs

Video S/N ratio : More than 46dB Audio S/N ratio : More than 43dB

OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

Power requirement : Power consumption : Dimensions :

Weight :

AC 120V/60Hz 95W

H:25-13/32"(645mm)

W:22-9/32"(565mm)

D:22-11/16"(576mm)

62.8 Ibs (28.5 kg)

• Designs and specifications are subject to

change without notice and without our legal obligation,

_, As an ENERGY STAR®

determined that this product meets the ENERGY STARe guidelines for

energy efficiency. ENERGYSTAR® is a U.S. registered mark.

Partner, Sears has

SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES

• RemoteControl - PartNo. N0126UD

• Two(2)AA Batteries

• To order a replacement Remote Control, call 1-800-366-7278,

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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 Sears Service Center for servicing.

• Do not put your fingers or objects into the TVNCR 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 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.

IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION Unauthorized recordingor use of broadcast

televisionprogramming, videotape, film or othercopyrightedmaterial may violate

applicable copyrightlaws. Sears assumesno responsibility for unauthorizedduplication,use,

or otheracts whichinfringeuponthe rightsof copyrightowners.

FCC WARNING Thisequipment may generate or useradio

frequency energy.Changes ormodificationsto thisequipmentmaycause harmfulinterference unlessthe modifications are expressly

approvedinthe instructionmanual.Do not operatethisequipmentif an unauthorized

changeor modificationis made.

This equipment has been tested and found to

comply with the limits for a Class S digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interferencein 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 particular

installation. If this 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 interference by one ormore 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

• Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System-Four

heads ensure excellent picture quality and

special effects playback.

• Index Search-Fast-forwards to start o| next

recording.

• Slow Motion-View recorded program at slower than normal speed. Control the playback speed

slowness by pressing the F.FWD button to go faster, or the REW button to go slower.

• Infrared remote control

• Bilingual on-screen menu display selectable

In English or Spanish

• Real time counter- This shows the elapsed recording or playback 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 Clockfunction 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 TVNCR display to be suitable for use

with "IV games.

• Auto power on and off system-

Automatically turns on the TVNCR 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.

• Auto Head Cleaner-Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a cassette.

• Zero Return- The tape returns to counter of 0:00:00 by

rewinding or fast-forwarding.

• StiU-

"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 TV/VCR 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 a_lows recording to be made once a week up to the end of the tape.

• Auto return- After timer recording isfinished, the TVNCR can return to the beginning of the recording.

• Wake up/Sleep timer-

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.

• V-CHIP-

Enables parents to prevent their children from

watching inappropriate material on TV.

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VIDEO CASSETTE

This TVNCR will operatewithany 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 TV/VCR.

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 maychoose to recordattwo different tape

speeds:

• SP-Standard Play

• SLP- Super Long Play

The tablebelow shows the maximum

recording/playback time usingT60, T120 or T160

tapes ineach mode,

Tape Speed Recording/Playback Time

Type of

tape T60 T120 T160

SP mode 1 hour 2 hours 2-2/3 hours

SLPmode 3hours 6hours 8 hours

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

INSERTING 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 WRONG

REMOVING A CASSETTE

1) With theTVNCR in the Stop mode, press the EJECT button on the remote control,or press

the STOP/EJECT button onthe TVNCR. The cassette will eject.

2) Pull the cassette out of the cassette compartment.

3) Store the cassette in its case as shown.

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.

Transparent Tape

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OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS

NOTES:

• We do not recommend that you use a "universal" remote control to operate this TVNCR. Not all of 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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1 EARPHONE(earphone) jack-

Connects to earphones (not supplied) for

personal listening. The size of jack is 1/8" monaural (3.5ram).

2 AUDIO(audio) input jack-

Connect to the audio output jack of your audio equipment, video camera or another VCR.

3 VIDEO(video) input jack-

Connect to the video output jack of your video camera or another VCR.

4 STOP(stop/eject) button-

Press to stop the tape motion. EJECT(stop/eject) button-

Press in the Stop mode to remove tape from

TVNCR (TVNCR Front panel only).

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(rew) button-

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

Press to select a mode from a particular menu. (For example: Language or user's set up)

6 PLAY(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: Setting clock or timer program)

7 F.FWD(ff) 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 selection and 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 particular menu. (For example:

Language or user's set up)

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