Zenith VCP354 Installation Manual

machine number | VCP354

operating guide / warranty

As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Zenith Electronics
Corporation has determined that this product
meets the E

NERGY STAR® guidelines for energy

efficiency.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be
of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

POWER CORD POLARIZATION:

CAUTION: To Prevent Electric Shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne

correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond.

NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER:

This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the
National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to
the point of the cable entry as practical.

REGULATORY INFORMATION:

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 when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, 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 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
receiver is connected.

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

CAUTION:

Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics
Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.

This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.

“Ce appareil numérique de la class b respecte toutes les exigences du Règulement sur le matériel
brouillier du Canada.”

Zenith is a trademark of ZEC © Copyright Zenith Electronics Corporation 1999

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY TIPS

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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 operating the product.

2. Retain Instructions

Keep all safety and operating instructions for
future reference.

3. Heed Warnings

Follow warnings on the product and in the
operating guide.

4. Follow Instructions

Follow all operating and use instructions.

5. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by
product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.

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.

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 to the product. Use only 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 accessory recommended by
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
similar surface. Do not place product in built-in
installation such as a bookcase or rack unless
proper ventilation is provided or manufacturer’s
instructions have been adhered to.

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 supply to your
home, consult your product
dealer or local power
company. For products intended to operate from
battery power or other sources, refer to manual.

12. Line-Cord Polarization

Product is equipped with 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 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 likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular
attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
product.

14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is
connected to this product, be sure antenna or
cable system is grounded so as to provide some
protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Article 810 of the National
Electrical Code (USA), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides
information on grounding of mast and
supporting structure, grounding of lead-in wire
to an antenna discharge unit connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for
grounding electrode.
( See Fig. 1 below. )

Fig. 1

Ground

Clamp

Electric Service

Equipment

NEC: National Electrical Code

Antenna grounding per NEC Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

Antenna Lead-in Wire

Antenna Discharge Unit
NEC Section 810-20

Grounding Conductors
NEC Section 810-21

Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding
Electrode System
NEC Art 250, Part H

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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SAFETY TIPS

These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product.

15. Lightning

For added protection
for this product during
a lightning storm, or
when product is left
unattended and
unused for long
periods of time,
unplug it from the
wall outlet and disconnect antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to product due
to lightning and power line surges.

16. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be
located in the vicinity of overhead power lines
or other electric light or power circuits, or where
it can fall into such power lines or circuits.
When installing an outside antenna system, take
extreme care to keep from touching such power
lines or circuits, as contact with them might be
fatal.

17. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or
integral convenience receptacles, as this can
result in risk of fire or electric shock.

18. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product
through openings, as they may touch dangerous
voltage points or short-out parts that could
result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid
of any kind on product.

19. Servicing

Do not attempt to service this product yourself,
as opening or removing covers may expose you
to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel.

20. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

Mount product to wall or ceiling only as
recommended by manufacturer.

21. Replacement Parts

When replacement part(s) are required, be sure
service technician has used replacement part(s)
specified by manufacturer or have same
characteristics as original part(s). Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock,
or other hazards.

22. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and
refer servicing to qualified service personnel
under these conditions:

a. If power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have

fallen into product.

c. If product has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If product doesn’t operate normally by

following handbook instructions. Adjust only
those controls covered by handbook
instructions; 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 exhibits a distinct change in

performance.

23. Heat

Keep product away
from heat sources
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, ask service technician to perform
safety checks to determine that product is in
proper operating condition.

Contents

INSTALLATION PAGE 5

SAFETY TIPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4

Hook-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-8

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-13

Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10

The Buttons on Your Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

VCP Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

How to using menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Troubleshooting & Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Note: This video cassette player is for video playback

only. Recording is not possible with this unit.