Zenith VR4285HF Operating Manual & Warranty

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Bilingual (English-

Spanish], Menus
On-Screen Display
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MultFBrand Zenith
Remote Control
MBR4285
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Jog/Shuttle Remote

Control Playback

Options

p. 7-3
Message Center

Displays

p. 5-2

Index Search
p. 7-2
On-Screen

Programming
p. 4-1

On-Screen Display
p. 5-1

1Year, 8 Event Timer
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Instant Recording
p. 8-1, 10-1

181 Channel
Capabilitt

Auto Channel Search

p. 4-3
Auto Digital

Picture Tracking

p. 7-2
Quick Start Loading

p. 7-1
Auto Head Cleaner

p. 14-3
Auto Playback

System

p. 7-1
Auto Counter Reset
p. 7-1

Auto Tape Speed
SwitchinG_
p. 13-1

Counter Memory
p. 13-1

Auto Daylight
Savings Adjust
p. 13-1

VCR Flashback
p. 3-3

HQ Circuitry
All VCR features sub-

ject to change

without prior notice.

VR4285 I--

Video Cassette Recorder

Operating Guide and Warranty

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK E)O NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL,
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT ]EXPOSE

THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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',,; enclosure that raay 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.

Safety Tips

Refer to the "Safety Tips" booklet that came with your
product for important safety considerations.

Note to Cable TV System Installer

This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system in-
staller's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that pro-

vides 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.

Power-Cord Polarization

This product is equipped with a polarized alternating-

current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other.) This plug will fit 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 still fail to fit, contact your electrician to re-
place your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety pur-
pose of the polarized plug by altering it in any way.

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION

POUR I_VITER LES CHOCS I_LECTRIQUES, INTRO-
DUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE
DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA

PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.

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 in a
residential installation. "]?hisequipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-
stalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may

cause harmful interference to radio communications. How-
ever, there is no guaranlge that interference will not occur

in a particular installation. If this equil:_ment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television lceception,
which can be determined by turning the expaipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interfer-
ence by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relcx:ate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation betweea the equipment and
receiver.

• Connect the exluipment into _uaoutlet on a circuit
different from that towhich 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 autlhorization from Zenith Electronics
Corporation. Unauthori:_ed 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.

"Cet appareil num_rique de la class b resinate toutes les

exigences du R_gulament sur le materiel brouillieur du

Canada."

Copyright © Zenith Electronics Corporation 1995: vcRwma2

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CONTENTS

ii General Information

Introduction. Installation Considerations.

l[ Installation/Step A

VCR Setup Checklist.
Connections with antenna or a cable box.

Audio/Video and accessories connections.
Front Audio/Video IN Connections.
Ch3-4 Switch.

10 Recording with a Cable Box

Recording Cable TV (CATV) subscriber program-

ming that rexluires a cable/converter box.
Recording what you see on your TV screen.
Timer Recording broadcasts with a cable box.

1 1 VCR Plus Recording

Recording using VCR Plus.
Recording using VCR Plus, with a cable box.

7. VCR Front Panel Controls

Overview of VCR buttons. VCR Accessories.

_I MBR4285 Remote Control
Simple instructions fi)r using Remote.

Installing Batteries; readies Remote to operate
VCR etc.

Programming Remote Control Brand Codes.
Remote Control Key Descriptions.

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4 VCR Features Setup/Step B

Personalize VCR On-screen Menus before playing

or recording tapes.

si

5; VCR/TV Displays

VCR Display on TV screen.
VCR Message Center Displays.

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6 Watching "IV
TV Antenna. In Connections.

TV Audio/Video In Connections.
Overview of three tuning options.

TV Tuning, VCR Tuning, Cable Box Tuning.

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7 Playing Tapes (Playback)
Playing pre-recorded tapes.
Recording/Playing Tapes Times Chart.
Playback Options.
Playback Shuttle Operation.
Playback Jog Operation.

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8 Instant Recording
Recording what you see on your TV screen.

Timer Recording

Recording while you are away (VCR turned off.)

12 VCR Plus Recording Setup/Step C
Setting up the VCR to record using VC.R Plus.
Setting up the VCR to record VCR Plus with ca-

ble/converter box. Channel Mapping.

13 Additional Information

AUX Channe.1.
Index Search.

Real-Time Tape Counter.
Special Menu.

--Auto Clock Set.

--Auto Daylight Savings Adjustment.
Auto Tape Recording Speed Switching.

Audio Record Mode.
Audio Playback Mode.

VCR+ Recording Setup Double Chan_Lel Ivlapping.

14 Service Information

Resolving operating difficulties.
Video heads and cabinet cleaning.
System Overview---VCR, TV and Cable Box.

15 VCR Features Chart

VCR Features Listing.

Your Sears Warranty
Warranty coverage for your VCR.
This product is exclusive to and warranted solely

by Sears. Refer to back cover for specific warranty

information.

Notes: All VCR features, graphics and identifica-

tion labeling are subject to change without prior no-

tice.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Congratulations on buying a _ Video Cassette Recorder (VCR). For your c',onvenlence,
please read these simple Instructions before operating your VCR.

NOTES:

• This Video Cassette Recorder is compatible with any video cassette bearing the mark I_ •

• _ is designed to expand your opportunities for in-home TV viewing and not for a_ayusage which might violate copy-
right laws.

" 17 1©_e Video Cassette Recorder (VCR)with this marking incorporates _} high-quality picture technology and

is compatible with any Video Cassette Recorders bearing the _t_ mark.

Installation Considerations

Before you install your VCR...

Ventilation -- Proper ventilation keeps your
VCR running cool. Air circulates through perfora-
tions Lnthe back and bottom of the cabinet. Do
not block these vents or you will shorten the life
of your VCR.

Power Source m Your VCR is designed to oper-
ate on normal household current, 120 volt 60

Hertz AC. Do not attempt to operate it on DC

current.
Power Cord -- Your VCR power cord has a po-

_[k arizexl plug as required by Underwriters' Labora-tories. It has one regular blade and one wide

blade and fits only one way into a standard electri-

cal outlet. If the blades will not enter either way,
your outlet is very. old and non-standard. A new outlet should
be installed by a qualified electrician.

Safe Operation w Your VCR is manufactured

and tested with your safety in mind. However, un-

usual stress caused by dropping or mishandling,
exposure to flood, fire, rain or moisture, or acci-
dental spilling of liquids into the VCR, can result

in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. If this happens,

have your VCR checked by a service technician before using

it again.

Please read and observe each safety point in the "Safety
Tips" folder when installing and using your VCR.

• Plugging in You="VCR _ Be sure to plug your VCR into
an "unswitched" AC power source. The "switched" AC
outlets found on some video equipment will not continue
supplying power to 1JaeVCR once l_heextuipment is turned
off. If the power to the VCR is inte:crupl_.dfor an extended
time, you will have to reset the clock in the VCR.

• Keep the video r,_order and video cassette away from
strong nmgnetic fields.

• Use only approw_d and recommended accessory units
with your video recorder to avoid potential hazards.

• Save the shipping carton and packing material. They will
come in handy if you ever have to ship your video re-
corder. For maxJimam protection, re-pack the video re-
corder as it was originally shipped from the factory.

Moisture condensation is apt to occur under the following
conditions:

• When the video _recorder is moved from a cold place to a

warm place.

• Under extremely humid conditiorLs.

In locations where moisture condensation may occur:

• Keep the power coJrd plugged into an AC outlet and the
POWER switch set to ON. This will help prevent con-

densation from accurring.

• When condensatiiort has occurred, it will not evaporate

quickly once the power is switched on. Wait a few hours

for the video recorder to become dry before using the

video recorder.

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Ul VINTIPLI

INSTALLATION/Step A

VCR Setup Checklist

Step A Connect Cables to System Components

['_ 1. Make equipment connections to VCR, (see the following pages in this sex',fion.)

[_ 2. Plug all system components into household current (120V AC-Line Outlet).

Step B VCR Features Setup (Personalize On-Screen Menus)
Set up VCR Features for your particular system, (see VCR Features Setup section.)

[_ 1. (Optional) Specify Spanish for On-Screen Menus.
[-7 2. Set the VCR Clock.

[-73

[] 4.

Perform Auto Channel SeArch.
(Optional) Specify, ADD or DEL (Delete) in Channel Scan.

Step C VCR Plus Recording Setup
[] 1. Set up VCR Plus and Channel Map for your local broadcast area, (see VCR Plus Setup section.)

Once Steps A, B and C are complete, your VCR is ready to use.
(See System Operations in Service Information section.)

Notes to above steps:

-- You can change the on-screen menu system, so it appears in Spanish instead of English.

-- The VCR clock must be set before attempting to record using the VCR timer.

-- Auto Channel Search registers the channels you receive; numerically. You can then customize your
channel scanning selection with the optional Channel ADD/DELETE Procedure. You can specify if a
particular channel should be omitted or included (added/deleted) when scanning channels.

-- If you move or change equipment connections to the VCR, redo the channel search.

-- You must complete the VCR Plus Setup procedure, before you can record using the VCR Plus
feature.

-- You must channel map for your local broadcast area, or the program you record may be from a

different channel than the one you intended.

-- System Operations describes Cable Box, VCR and TV operations within a system.

Note: If a power failure occurs and lasts for over 15 minutes, you may have to reprogram the VCR features.

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INSTALLATION/Step A

Connections

_ote: The VCR Antenna Connex:tions provide

"loop-through" :Forthe incorning signal for

viewing the TV while the VCR is either Off or

n Timer Recording mode, the Audio/Video con-

Standard

,,_o,_to,,tao,_ aections do not. Ee sure to make the Antenna

VCR Ant_nr="ryp_

_ ;onnections as described here (in addition to the

Back Panel E3aseband Audio/Video connections if you

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_WIDEO_ _L-AUDIO-R_ IN \_Y_ ]
IOUT,_))_ t_o ur__ _ VHF,UHF,CArVUT _

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Note: Make sure connector pins l! [

:hoose that option) to be able to view the TV
_vhilethe VCR is either Off or in Timer mode.

"_/plcal "IV

Back Panel

fits inside jack center holes. - " (_ I'_I"N

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Step 1. Connect your antenna type or CATV cable to VCR ANT IN.

Step 2. Connect Hook-up Cable from VCR OUT TO ANT to TV Ant In.

Step 3. Set CH3-4 Switch on VCR back panel to CH3.

Connections with a Cable Box

Cable/Converter Box

Back Panel

CABLE C_L_

CH3 CH4

Typical TV

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Step 1. Connect CATV Cable to Cable In.

Step 2. Connect Cable Out to VCR ANT IN.
Step 3. Connect Hook-up Cable from VCR OUT TO ANT to TV Ant In.
Step 4. Set CH3-4 Switch on VCR back panel to CH3.

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INSTALLATION/Step A

Audio/Video Connections (To TV A/V In Jacks)

VCR

Back Panel Typical "rv

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VIDEO L-AUDIO-R I _ VCR I-'l ----

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Note: You must make these additional connections to hear stereo sound while playing a tape

or using the VCR Tuner as the source of the TV picture. See Additional Irlformation.

Step 1. Connect VCR L-AUDIO-R OUT to Audio Right and Left In jacks on the "1_/or a stereo.
Step 2. Connect VCR VIDEO OUT to the Video In jack on the TV.

Accessories Audio/Video Connections (To VCR A/V In Jacks)

VCR

Back Panel

VIDEO L-AUDIO-R

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/VCR _/_ Accessory

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Accessory

Components:

Another VCR

Camcorder

Video Camera

Satellite Receiver
Laser Disk Player

Stereo Hi-Fi

Step 1. Connect Audio Right and Left Out Cables from an audio source, such a's another VCR, Camcor-
der, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disk Player or Stereo Hi-Fi, to the VCR L-AUDIO-I;', IN jacks.

Step 2. Connect Video Out from a video source to the VCR VIDEO IN jack.

Note: If you need adapters or additional audio/video cables to make the connections shown in this section,
they can be purchased from your nearest Sears Retail Store or Service Center.

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INSTALLATION/Step A

VCR Front Audio Video (In) Connections (Behind Door)

VCR

Front Panel

• POWER • STOP

• EJECT

J

L-AUDI_R VIOEO

/

J [_ Typical

I/VCR Accessory

Jack Panel

Accessory
Components:

Another VCR
Camcorder
Video Camera
Satellite Receiver

Laser I)isk Player
Stereo Hi-Fi

Use the VCR front L-AUDIO-R/VIDEO (In) jacks for easy connection when using an accessory compo-
nent temporarily. The accessory component, connected to the VCR FRONT L-AUDIO-R/VIDEO (In)

jacks, will override the component connected to the VCR REAR L-AUDIO-R/VIDEO IN jacks.

VCR CH3-4 Switch (Works with TV Antenna In Connections Only)

VCR

Back Panel

ANT

CH3 ell4

to
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VCR

Back Panel

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"h. 4

V'CR CH3-4 Switch - This switch sends the signal
produced by the VCR to the TV set over Channel

3. ALL SYSTEM OPERATIONS (VCR Tun-
ing, Playback, Recording, Timer Recording

etc.) WILL HAVE TO BE PERFORMED

WITH THE TV TUNED TO CHANNEL 3. (Be-
fore the TV cml receive an image sent from the
VCR, while the VCR is On, the TV must be On

and tuned to Channel 3. TV/VCR SOURCE
Switch set to VCR, so VCR appears in Message

Center.)

If Channel 3 does not work, set the Ch3-4 switch
to Ch- 4. ALL SYSTEM OPERATIONS (VCR

Tuning, Playback, Recording, 'rimer Recording
etc.) WILL THEN HAVE TO BE PER-
FORMED WITH THE TV T_NED TO CHAN-

NEL 4. (Before the TV can rece!ive an image sent
from the VCR, while, the VCR is On, the TV must
be On and tuned to Channel 4. TV/VCR SOURCE

Switch set to VCR, so VCR apl_:ars in Message
Center.)

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VCR Front Panel

VCR FRONT PANEL CONTROLS

Cassette Loaded in VCR S

Instant Record Selector

Channel Up/Down
Selector Buttons

On/Off Switch

/

rmbol Cassette Loading

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-_ 't

Compartment

Appears When Clock "time is AM/PM

! Left/Right Channel Audio

Volume Level Indicators

Tape Playback

Options

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Front Alternate Input

Audio/Video Jacks

(Behind Door)

-- Tape Recording Speed Selector

VCR Functions

Active Symbol

SEL MENU

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On-Screen Menus

Select/Adjust Options

Message Center Window

(Displays and Symbols Depend

on Particular VCR Function)

Operate your VCR using the front panel buttons or remote control keys.

VCR Accessories

Remote Control

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Hookup Cable

Audio/Video Cables

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REMOTE CONTROL MBR4285

Using Remote

1,2._-,l l

Select VCR Mode,

aim at VCR.

C

C

VCR/'rV/Cable

On/Off Switch

Lift Door to Access
Additional Keys

Zeros Real-'fime

Tape Counter,

Aclivates Memory

Operating Modes
Switch

Choose

Press to show

previously

tuned Channel

Shows VCR
Status On-Screen

Remote
Function Light

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Select CBL (CATV) Mode,

aim at Cable Box.

Select TV Mode,,

aim at "IV.

After installing batteries, the Remote resets
itself to the following Zenith brand codes:
TV=01, and CABLE=01.

Shows VCR
Status On-Screen

Direct Channel

and Programming Sound Control

Entry Accesses VCR

[ Plus Recording

)®

VCR Plus Setup

//

Accesses

. Recording Start

iJ_ Locations

] -Se'°cta°dAd'"ston-Screen, onoOptions

Programs

Tape Brand Codes

__ Play/Record

Options

Channel
Selector

Sound Control

Press to Light
Playback Keys

Shutlle, Twist for
Forward/Reverse Tape
Playback Options

In Addition to Your VCR,

use Remote Control to
Operate Other Equipment

To program Remote to operate

most remote controlled TVs and

cable boxes, look up your units'
brand code numbers on the Re-

mote Control Brand Codes page.
Write numbers in below.

TV Code(s)

CABLE Code(s)

1. Slide mode switch to desired

mode --TV or CBL (Cable).

2. Press and hold down

PROGRAM.

P:ess the numbered keys for
your brand. (For example, press
01Lfor Zenith.) Release

PROGRAM, Code should be in-

stalled.
TV Mode

0--9 number keys, Channel
Up/Down and Volume
Up/Down will be',active.

Cable Mode

0-9 Numbered keys and Enter

key will be active.

Installing Batteries

Push in Tab,

Lift to Remove

Jog, Twist for Forward/Reverse

Frame-by-Frame Tape

Playback Options

Batteries are provide with
Remote but must be installed.

Match positive with positive
(+ with +), match negative

with negative (- with -).

Notes: If batteries are removed

it may be necessary to repro-
gram the Remote for proper
brand codes for your equipment.
If you do not use the CBL
(CATV) mode on the Remote to
operate a cane box, CBL
(CATV) mode can be used to op-
e':ate another TV.

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REMOTE CONTROL MBR4285 BRAND CODES

TV BRAND CODES

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01 I

I

_13 I

()4 I

06 I

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07 I

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08 I

TV BRAND

ZENITH

CENTURION, CURTIS-MATHIS, DAYTRON, GOLDSTAR, J.C.PENNEY, SAMPO, NEC. MGA!MITSUBISHI, SCO-FT,
SYLk/ANIA, WARDS, MAGNAVOX
CORONADO, EMERSON, GOLDSTAR, KMC, PHILCO, PORTLAND, SHARP, TFKNIKA, HITACHI, WARDS, MAG-
NAVOX, KTV
SONY

RCA, GENERAL ELECTRIC
PANASONIC, QUASAR, GENERAL ELECTRIC
TOSHIBA, SEARS
SANYO, FISHER, SEARS

CATV

2216

22
23
24
25

(CABLE/CONVERTER BOXES) BRAND CODES

CATV BRAND
ZENITH, VIDEOWAY
OAK
OAK
OAK
OAK, VIEWSTAR, EAGLE, MAGNAVOX, PHILIPS
GEMINI, JERROLD, GI, SAMSUNG, SLMARX, TELEVIEW, STARGATE

GEMINI
PANASONIC, RCA, SAMSUNG, SLMARX, SPRUCER, TELEVIEW, STARGATE
ARCHER, CABLEVIEW, CITIZEN,GOBRAND, PULSER, UNIKA
REALISTIC
GE
CURTIS, ATLANTA
CURTIS, ATLANTA
CURTIS, ATLANTA

VIEVVSTAR EAGLE, MAGNAVOX, PHILIPS

VIEWSTAR EAGLE, MAGNAVOX, PHILPS
VIEWSTAR EAGLE, MAGNAVOX, REGAl._
VIEWSTAR EAGLE, MAGNAVOX

VlEWSTAR EAGLE
VIEWSTAR EAGLE
JERROLD, GI
JERRQLD, GI
JERROLD
JERROLD, GI
JERROLD, GI
JERROLD, GI

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REMOTE CONTROL MBR4285

I

ADJUST, ADJ-- Use to change
options when programming.

CHANNEL--- Press top or bot-
tom of key to choose next or pre-

vious channel.
CH MAP-- (Channel Map)

Press to begin channel mapping
procedure.

ENTERb Use to exit any on-
screen menu, and Direct Chan-
nel Entry.
FLASHBACK-- Press to re-
turn to channel previously se-

lected with VCR Tuner.
F FWD-- (Fast Forward) Use

to advance tape.
FWD-- (Forward) Twist play-

back Shuttle in this direction to
begin forward tape movement.
JOG-- Twist toward FWD or
REV to Advance/Reverse tape

playback, one frame at-a-time.
LIGHTb Press to light VCR

Play/Record function keys.
MEMORY-- Press to access
Memory feature and zero Real-
Time Tape Counter.

MENUm Press to display on-

screen menus.

MUTEm Press to turn off

sound, press again to restore
sound.

Numbered Keys m Use to

choose channels or input pro-
gramming information.
POWER_ Use to turn VCR on
and off.

PLAY-- Press to begin playing
tape (playback).

PROGRAM-- Press to begin
brand code programming proce-
dure.

P/STILL--- (Pause/Still) Press
to freeze tape playback or re-
cord, press again to resume. Use
to activate playback Shuttle op--

tions.
QUIT/CC-- (Quit/Closed Cap-

tions) Use to exit any on-screen

menu, and to access Closed Cap-
tions (CaptionVision) if avail-
able on your TV.

RECORD-- Use to begin tape

recording.

KEY DESCRIPTION

REV-- (Reverse) Twist play-
back Shuttle in this direction to

begin reverse tape movement.
REW-- (Rewind) Use to re-

wird tape.

SEARCH-- Use to access an In-

dex recording start location.

SELECT, SEL-- Use to choose

options when programming.

SHUTTLE-- Use for variable
speed Forward/Reverse Play-

back options.

STOP-- Press to halt tape.
TV/VCR SOURC'.E-- Use to
choose source of TV picture

(VCR functions or TV Tuner.)
VCR CBL T¥-- Slide to
choose operating mode for Re-

mote Control (VCR, Cable or

TV.)

VCR+ _ Press to begin VCR

plus recording.

VOLUME-- Use to increase or

decrease sound level.

On-Screen and Remote Control Arrows

SELECT

SELECT

On Remote

to select • I, to adjust

To exit press 'QUIT'

f IsE I

I SEL

On VCR

Note: Where arrows appear within on-screen

menus, use the keys shown to Select and Adjust options.

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VCR FEATURES SETUP/Step B

Overview: VCR Features On-Screen Menus and Submenus

To set up VCR features see following pages.
Perform steps in order as instructed, l, 2, 3, etc.,

1:oset up each feature.

The example below shows how to use Remote Con-
trol to access on-screen menus.

Press MENU to access on-screen menus.
Use up/down/left/right a:_rows to select _md adjust

VCR options.

Press

MENU

CLOCK

MENU

(To Set

VCR Clock)

[

CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO

4_ to select

"MENU" to adjust

To exit press 'QUIT'

J

Use

Remote Control

Use to choose

and modify options

MENU QUIT/CC

SELECT

ADJUST

TIMER

MENU

(To Timeir

Record a Program)

SETUP

MENU

(To Personalize

On-Screen Menua)

AUDIO

MENLI

(To Specily

Sound Play/Record

Options)

ADJUST

@

SELECT

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VCR FEATURES SETUP/Step B

Features Setup Requirements
TV and VCR on.

TV tuned to Channel 3 or set up with the TV
Audio/Video In Jacks as the source of the TV pic-

ture.
TV/VCR SOURCE Switch on remote control set at
VCR. (VCR symbol appears in VCR Message Cen-

ter window.)

Features Setup Requirements with a Cable Box.
TV, VCR and Cable Box On.

TV tuned to Channel 3 or set up wiLththe TV

Audio Video In jacks as the source of the TV pic-
ture. VCR tuned to Ca ale Box output channel num-
ber 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

TV/VCR SOURCE Switch on remote control set at
VCR. (VCR symbol appears in VCR Message Cen-

ter window.)

(Optional Language Select) Specifying Spanish for On-Screen Menus

1 2 3 4 5

POWER

MENU

AUTOCHANNEL
TUNINGBAND

CH.ADD/DEL
SOURCESELECT
ON-SCREENDISPLAY

_,LANGUAGESELECT

€to ==elect 4_ to adlusl
To exit pres_ 'QUIT'

ADJUST

Step 1. Turn VCR on.
Step 2. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right

repeatedly to choose SETUP, press MENU.
Step 3. Press SELECT down arrow repeatedly to

choose LANGUAGE SELECT.
Step 4. Press ADJUST Left/Right to choose

Spanish.

Step 5. Press QUIT when finished.

Specifying Tuning Band ....

1 2

To Select English Menus

Step 1. Turn VCR on.
Step 2. Press MENU. Press ADJILIS'I" Left/Right

repeatedly to choose PRE, press MENU.
Step 3. Press SELECT down arrow repeatedly to

choose IDIOMA.

Step 4; Press ADJ U,.;T Left/Right to choose
INGLES.

Step 5. Press QUIT when finished.

TV or CATV

3 4 5

POWER

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Step 1. Turn VCR on.
Step 2. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right

repeatedly to select SETUP, press MENU.
Step 3. Use SELECT Up/Down arrows to choose

TUNING BAND.

Step 4. Use ADJUST LefdRight an:ows to choose
TV, for an antenna, or CATV if you subscribe to

cable service.

Step 5. Press QUIT when finished.

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Using Auto Channel (Search), VCR saves available channels in memory

1 2 3 4 5

POWER

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Step 1. Turn VCR on.

Step 2. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right

repeatedly to choose SETUP, press MENU.
Step 3. Use SELECT Up/Down arrows to choose

AUTO CHANNEL.

Step 4. Press ADJUST 1:obegin search.
Step 5. Press QUIT when search is finished.

(Optional) Using Channel Scan Add or Delete Procedure

1 2 3 4 5

POWER

MENU

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Step 1. Turn VCR on.
Step 2. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right

repeatedly to choose SETUP, press MENU.
Step 3. Press SELECT Up/Down arrows to

choose CH ADD/DEL.

Step 4. Use numbered keys to choose channels and
ADJUST Left/Right to choose ADD or DEL.

Step 5. Press QUIT when finished.

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VCR FEATURES SETUP/Step B

Setting The VCR Clock

1 2 3 4 5 6

POWER

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Step 1. Turn VCR on.
Step 2. Press MENU.
Step 3. Press MENU.

Step 4-5. Use SELECT Up/Down arrows and AD-
JUST Left/Right arrows to choose and specify cur-

rent time. For example: Use SELECT Up/Down
arrows to choose MONTH position, use ADJUST
Left/Right arrows to choose current month, JANU-

ARY, FEBRUARY, MARCH etc. Use SELECT

Up/Down arrows to choose DAY position, use AD-
JUST Left/Right arrows to choose current date.
Use SELECT Up/IS)own arrows to choose TIME
position. Use numbered keys or ADJUST

Left/Right to choose current time and AM or PM
as appropriate, etc.

Step 6. Press QUIT when finished.
Note: This VCR can automatically adjust the clock

for Daylight Savings Time.

Setting Other Menu Options

Use the following method to choose and specify on-
screen menu options for your particular VCR.

Step 1. Turn VCR on.

Step 2. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right
repeatedly to choose desired on-screen option from
the CLOCK, TIMER, SETUP or AUDIO menus.

Use SELECT and ADJUST keys to modify de-
sired options.

Step 3. Press QUIT when finished.
All features listed below may not be available on

your VCR. Check the VCR Features listed for
your particular VCR.

See ADDITIONAL INFORMATION for descrip-
tions of the following features.

On-Screen Display

---On/Off

Special Menu

--Auto Clock Set (On/Off Adjustmen0

---Auto Daylight Savings (On/Off Adjustmen0
(For these options only, press MENU to show

Main Menu. Press 4567 to access Special Menu.
Press QUIT when finished.)

Audio Record Mode

--Stereo/Monaural/2 nd Audio
Audio Playback Mode

_Hi-Fi/Normal
Aux Channel

--Using Accessory C.omponents
Source Select

--Tune r/Aux

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VCR/TV DISPLAYS

Your VCR is controlled by both the remote control
and the buttons on the VCR. Some VCR functions

can be initiated by both units, but mostly the remote
control must be used.

Notes: For all operations both the VCR and TV
power should be ON. To control the VCR, the re-

mote control should be in VCR mode.

VCR On-Screen Display

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The VCR On-Screen Display appears on the TV
screen when a VCR function starts, like changing a
channel or selecting a different VCR mode. For ex-

ample, pressing STOP while VCR is in PLAY
mode.

Press ENTER to show VCR On-Screen Display on

TV screen.

Press ENTER again to leave Real-Time Tape
Counter position display on TV screen.

F

Channel Selected with VCR Tuner

Audio Mode of Broadcast
Current VCR Mode
VCR Recording Tape Speed

Current Date/Time Set on Clock

Real-Time Tape Counter
(Tape Position Hours/Minutes/Seconds)

Memory Feature is On

Note:
If the VCR On-Screen Display does not appear on

your TV screen, do the following:
Step 1. Press MENU. Press ADJUST repeatedly

to choose SF_,TUP, press MENU.
Step 2. Use SELECT Up/Down arrows to choose

ON-SCREEN DISPLAY.
Step 3. Use ADJUST Left/Right arrows to specify

ON.
Step 4. Press QUIT.

M-01:35:45 REM 1:35

Press ENTER a third time to leave Tape Time Re-
maining display on TV screen. (REM indicates the
time left on the video tape in the VCR--l:35
means one hour and thirty-five minutes are left on
the video tape.)

Press ENTER repeatedly to remove all displays.

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VCR Message Center and On-Screen Displays

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The current function of the VCR is detailed on the
TV screen and in the VCR Message Center/Clock

area of the VCR.
Information displayed in the VCR Message Center

will depend on the VCR function. If the Clock dis-
plays SET CLOCK then there has been a power
failure, or the power cord has been disconnected.

You may have to reprogram the VCR.
Clock/Message Center - As a VCR function

starts, the VCR Message Center displays the func-
tion. For example, when you press REW, (rewind)
the VCR Message Center will read REWIND and
the VCR On-Screen Display, which appears on the
TV screen, will briefly show REWIND. Clock re-

mains on even while VCR is off.

Setup Messages

SET CLOCK -- VCR Clock has not been set.

Press MENU twice, follow-screen instructions.

Tuner Messages

HELLO -- VCR has been turned on.

ADDED 3 -- Channel 3 has been added.

DELETED 7 --- Channel 7 has been deleted.

CHANNEL _ -- VCR tuned to Channel _.

AUX -- Equipment connected to VCR

L-AUDIO-R/VIDEO IN is being played

through VCR.

Playback Messages

PLAY -- Tape is playing at normal playback

speed.

PLAYX2 _ Tape is advancing at twice normal

playback speed.

-PLAYX3 -- Tape is reversing at three times

normal playback speed.

AUTO TRACK -- VCR is adjusting tracking.

STOP -- VCR is in Stop mode.

FFWD _ (Fast Forward) Tape is advancing

rapidly.

REW -- (Rewind) Tape is rewinding rapidly.

FWD SEARCH --- Tape is advancing rapidly in

Playback mode.

REV SEARCH -- Tape is reversing rapidly in

Playback mode.
STILL -- Playback mode has halted on one frame.
SLOW -- Playback mode speed has been reduced.

Record Messages

REC AUX -- (Revording AUX C.hannel) VCR is

recording the signal sent by the system componer,
connecteA to VCR L-Audio-tUVideo In front or

rear jacks.

REC CH --- VCR is recording Channel_.
RECORDING 1 -- VCR is recording first Timer

Recording assignment.

REC PAUSE -- Record mode has halted.
TAPING DONE -- All Timer Recording

assignments have been completed.

TIMER SF, T -- VCR is in Timer mode.
INDEX MARK --VCR is marking the start

location of a recording.
MONO _ VCR i,; receiving a Mono audio signal.
ST/2nd AUDIO --VCR is receiving Stereo and

2nd Audio monaural audio s!ignals.
STEREO -- VCR is receiving a Stereo audio

signal.
NO TA.PE TAB -- Can't record, Cassette Safety

Tab is missing. Paste tape over safety tab hole.
NO CASSETTE --- No cassette in VCR.

Tape Transport Messages

EJECT _ VCR i:s ejecting tape.

ERROR -- See authorized Sears Service Center.

Operating Indic,_iors

--_-----_ A cassette tape is loaded in the VCR.

V_',R---] VCR functions are actiw'..

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WATCHING TV (TV Antenna In Connections)

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Note: This setup (Antenna In TV Connections) requires that the TV be tunecl to the same channel
that the VCR Ch3-4 Switch is set at, either Channel 3 or 4.

There are three tuning options available to you for selecting channels

to watch on your TV. You can use the TV tuner, the VCR tuner, or
the cable box itself (if you have a cable box.) (See Service Informa-

tion chapter for System Operation Chart.)

TV Tuning

1. Turn TV and VCR on.

2, Switch Remote to VCR mode.

3. Switch TV/VCR SOURCE to TV, to turn off VCR indicator

in VCR Message Center.

4. Switch Remote to TV mode. Select channels with Remote or

TV controls. Note: Remote will operate most Zenith TVs.

VCR Tuning

1. Turn TV and VCR on, tune TV to Channel 3.

2. Switch Remote to VCR mode.

3. Switch TV/VCR SOURCE to VCR, VCR indicator appears

in VCR Message Center.

4. Select desired channel with Remote or VCR Channel

Up/Down.

Cable Box Tuning

1. Turn TV, VCR and cable box on, tune TV to Channel 3.

2. Switch Remote to VCR mode. Tune VCR to your cable box
output channel number; 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

3. Switch TV/VCR SOURCE to VCR, VCR indicator appears
in VCR Message Center.

4. Tune cable box to desired channel number.

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Note: This setup (Audio/Video In TV Connections) requires that the TV use the Audio/Video In jacks
as the source of the TV picture.

There are three tuning options available to you for selecting channels
to watch on your stereo TV. You can use the TV tuner, the VCR
tuner, or the cable box itself (if you have a cable box). To hear ste-
reo sound, use TV Audio/Video In as the source for the TV picture.

(See Service Information chapter for System Operation Chart.)

TV Tuning

Follow instructions on previous page for TV viewing.

VCR Tuning

(Requires Audio/Video In jacks on TV)

1. Turn TV and VCR on, set TV to Audio/Video In source.

2. Switch Remote to VCR mode.

3. Seiect desired channel with Remote or VCR Channel
Up/Down.

Cable Box Tuning

1. Turn TV, VCR and cable box on, set TV to Audio/Video In
Source.

2. Switch Remote to VCR mode. Tune VCR to your cable box

output channel number; 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

3. Tune cable box to desired channel number.

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1. Press POWER to turn VCR on,

or insert a prerecorded VHS cassette tape.

2. Press PLAY.

Recording/Pl

Cassette Length

T-30
T-60

T-120
T-160

aying Tapes Times

SP EP
(Standard Play)

30 Minutes

I Hour

2. Hours

2 Hours, 40 Minutes

(Extended Play)

I Hour, 30 Minutes

3 Hours

6 Hours
8 Hours

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Cassette

Safety Tab

Auto Playback System

If the Cassette Safety Tab has

been removed, the VCR will be-
gin to play the tape automat-

ically. (A Rental tape will often
have the Safety Tab removed.)

Options

A. Press STOP to stop playing tape.
B. Press EJECT to eject tape.

12. Real-Time Tape Counter
Press either ENTER key two times to leave the Real-Time

Tape Counter display on the TV screen, press ENTER repeat-
edly to remove all displays.

(1:35:28= 1 hour, 35 minutes and 28 seconds).

The counter resets to 0:00:00 when you insert a tape or when
a tape is rewound to its beginning.

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Playing Tapes Options

(See Remote Control and Additional Information Sections)

A. Pause Forward/Reverse Slow Motion Video

(While in Play mode) Press PAUSE twice, follow on-screen

instructions for slow motion. Press PLAY to resume playing
tape.

B. Tape Rewind/Fast Forward

(While in Stop mode) Press and release REW or F FWD.
Press STOP when tape reaches desired location.

C. Reverse/Forward Search

(While in Play mode) Press and release REW or F FWD, and
hold down REW or F FWD for Jet Search. Press PLAY to
resume playing tape.

D. Tracking Adjustment Auto/Manual

Your Zenith VCR automatically adjusts tracking when you
play a tape. If, however, the tape was recorded on a different
VCR, streaks (video noise) may appear. While the tape is

playing, press and hold down ADdUST, ADd (Left/Right) to
manually adjust the tracking.

E. Index Search

At the start of each recording an Index mark is inserted on
the tape. Press SEARCH, then the number of the marks (1,

2, 3 etc.) that need to be passed to reach your desired
recording start location, then press F FWD or REW as

appropriate. Or, rewind the tape to the beginning and press
the number of marks from the beginning of the tape that will

get you to your recording start location, then press F FWD,
the VCR advances the tape to that location and begins play-

back.

F.

Memory

Use to zero Real-Time Tape Counter or turn on Memory
feature. When Memory is active, tape (when rewound) will
stop at the M 0:00:00 position.

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Play
PlayX2
FWD Search
FWD Jet Search

Press P/STILL for playback Pause mode.
Twist Shuttle toward FWD to advance the tape frame-by-frame.

Twist Shuttle toward REV to reverse the tape frame-by-frame. How
far you twist and hold the Shuttle determines the speed at which the
tape will move, as indicated above. Release Shuttle to resume

Pause/Still mode. Press PLAY to resume normal Playback speed.

Jog Shuttle Options

Press P/STILL for playback Pause mode. Move
Jog with finger toward FWD to advance tape
frame-by-frame, move toward REV to reverse
tape frame-by-frame. One "click" equals one

frame. How "fast" you move the Jog determines

how fast the frame-by-frame movement occurs.

Notes

JOG, turn for
frame-by-frame
Forward!Reverse

lape movement

• Not all the speeds shown will be displayed as they are selected in
the VCR Message Center or on the VCR On-Screen Display.

• In Reverse Shuttle mode, some video noise may be present.

• Tapes recorded at SP (Standard Play) speed will playback better in
Shuttle mode than tapes recorded at EP (Extended Play) speed.

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INSTANT RECORDING

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Turn TV and VCR on, insert a VHS cassette tape.
Tune VCR to channel you wish to record.

Press REC/ITRor RECORD. Recording will continue until

end of tape or until you cancel Record. Each press of

REC/ITR or RECORD will increase recording time 30 min-
utes. Press SP/EP to choose recording speed. (See Playing

Tapes for Recording/Playing Tapes Times Chart.).

RECORD and REC/ITR Recording Times

Presses On-Screen Display Recording Time

1 12:20 (Current Time) Until end of tape

2 0:30 30 Minutes

3 1:00 60 Minutes

4 1:30 1 Hour 30 Minutes

5-9 Etc. until Record time 4 Hours Maximum

reaches 4:00

Recording Options

A°

B.

C.

Press STOP to stop recording. Press EJECT to eject tape.
Press R EW to rewind tape.
Press P/STILL to momentarily cease recording.

Note: Pause mode only works with the first press of RE-

CORD or REC/ITR. Once a recording time is selected,
(second and third presses etc. of RECORD or REC/ITR)

Pause mode will not be available.

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Recording While You Are Away (VCR turned off)

1. TV and VCR on. Insert a VHS cassette tape.

2. Set Remote to VCR mode.

3. Press MENU, use ADJUST Left/Right to select TIMER,
press MENU. Enter information for programs 1, 2, 3, etc.
Use SELECT, SEL Up/Down, ADJUST, ADJ Left/Right

and numbered keys to key-in programming information.

4. Press QUIT when finished, press POWER to turn VCR off
and se,t VCR into Timer Recording, mode.

Note: While VCR is operating in Timer mode it cannot be operated

manually. If needed, press POWER to release VCR from Timer

mode.

Timer Recording Options

Once-- will record a broadcast one time.

Weekly--- will record a broadcast one time each week.
Daily-- will record a broadcast, one time each day, Monday through

Friday.
Capability -- Timer can be programmed to record eight different

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1. Turn TV and VCR on, tune VCR to cable/converter box
output channel; 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

2. Turn cable/converter box on, tune to channel you wish to
record and leave on.

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Insert a VHS cassette tape.
Press and hold REC-ITR or RECORD until RECORD ap-

pears in VCR Message Center. Recording will continue until
end of tape or until you cancel Record mode. Press REC-ITR
or RECORD repeatedly to specify additional recording time.

Each press of REC/ITR or RECORD will increase recording
time 30 minutes. (See Instant Recording.)

Note: Recording Speed will be SP, press SP/EP to select EP,
Extended Play. (See Recording/Playing Tapes Times Chart
page 7-1.)

Options

A. Press STOP to stop recording. Press EJECT to eject tape.

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C.

Press REW to rewind tape.

Press P/STILL to momentarily cease recording.

Note: Pause mode only works for the first press of RECORD

or REC/ITR. Once a recording time is selected, (second and
third presses etc., of RECORD or REC/ITR) Pause mode will

not be available.

Recording/Viewing Options

You can only' watch what you are recording. Contact your cable com-
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TIMER RECORDING WITH A CABLE BOX

"Timer Recording Cable Programming (VCR turned off)

1. TV on, VCR on, tune VCR to cable/converter box output

channel; 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

:2. Cable/converter box on, tune to channel you wish to record

and leave on.

3. Insert a VHS cassette tape.

4. Press MENU, select TIMER, enter information for programs
1, 2, etc. (Use Select, Adjust and numbered keys.)

5. Press QUIT when finished. Press POWER to turn VCR off

and set VCR into Timer Recording mode. (See Timer Record-
ing.)

Selecting Programs to Record

-- When Highlighted,
Press ADJ to Choose

Program 2

--- Selected Mode
(Timer)

-- Selected Option

Note: While VCR is operating in Timer mode it cannot be operated
manually. If needed, press POWER to release VCR from Timer

mode.

Recording/Viewing Options

You can only watch what you are recording. Contact your cable com-
pany for their viewing one channel, while recording a different chan-
nel options.

Timer Recording Options
Once-- will record a broadcast one time.

Weekly-- will record a broadcast one time each week.

Daily-- will record a broadcast, one time each day, Monday through

Friday.
Capability-- Timer can be programmed to record eight different

events.

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1. TV and VCR on.

2. Set Remote to VCR mode.

3. Insert a VHS cassette tape.

4. Press VCR+, follow on-screen instructions.
Key-in VCR PlusCode from local TV program guide, etc.

5. Press QUIT when finished. Press POWER to turn VCR off
until recording time.

Notes: 'The VCR Plus Recording Setup in the next section must be

completed before you can record using the VCR Plus feature.
While VCR is operating in Timer Recording mode it cannot be oper-
ated manually. If needed, press POWER to release VCR from

Timer Recording mode.

Timer Recording Options

Once--- will record a broadcast one time.
Weekly-- will record a broadcast one time each week.
Daily-- will record a broadcast, one time each day, Monday through

Friday.
Capability -- Timer can be programmed to record eight different

events.

To find out which publications in your area carry the
PlusCode- numbers, please call 1-800-2584-827.
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corp.

VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from

Gemstar Development Corp.

VCR Plus+ et PlusCode sont des marques de Gemstar Development Corp.

Le syst_me VCR Plus+ est fabriqu_ sous licence de

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1. TV, VCR and cable box on.

2. Set Remote to VCR mode.

3. Insert a VHS cassette tape.
,1. Press VCR+, follow on-screen instructions.

Key-in PlusCode from local TV program guide, etc.

5. Press QUIT when finished. Press POWER to turn VCR off
until recording time.

Notes: The VCR Plus Recording Setup in the next section must be
rompleted before you can record using the VCR Plus feature.

While VCR is operating in Timer Recording mode it cannot be oper-
ated manually. If nex'.ded, press POWER to release VCR from
Timer Recording mode.

"rimer Recording Options

Once-- will record a broadcast one time.

'Weekly-- will record a broadcast one time each week.

]Daily-- will record a broadcast, one time each day, Monday through
Friday.

Capability -- Timer can be programmed to record eight different
events.

"1"ofind out which publications in your area carry the

PlusCode- numbers, please call 1-800-2584-827.

VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corp.
VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from
Gemstar Development Corp.

VCR Plus+ et PlusCode sont des marques de Gemstar Development Corp.
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VCR PLUS RECORDING SETUP/Step C

Preliminary Setup, Outside Antenna

-- Do ,Auto Channel Search procedure.
I Clock must be set to correct time.

-- Source Select must be set to Tuner.
I Tuning Band must be set to TV.

-- VCR, and TV must be turned On.

-- TV/VCR SOURCE set to VCR (VCR appears
in Message Center.)

-- TV on and tuned to Channel 3 or TV Audio-
Video In as the source of the TV picture,

as appropriate.

1. Complete Channel Mapping Worksheet.

See page 12-4

2. Press CH MAP to begin VCR l?lus Setup,

follow on-screen instractions.

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Preliminary Setup, Cable Service without a Cable Box

--Do Auto Channel Search procedure.

I Clock must be set to correct time.
I Source Select must be set to Tuner.

-- Tuning Band must be set to CATV.

-- VCR, and TV must be turned On.

-- TV/VCR SOURCE set to VCR (VCR appears
in Message Center.)

TV on and tuned to Channel 3, or TV Audio-

Video In as the source of the TV picture,
as appropriate.

1. Complete Channel Mapping Worksheet.
See page 12-4

2. Press CH MAP to begin VCR ]Plus;Setup,

follow on-screen instructions.

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VCR PLUS RECORDING SETUP/Step C

Preliminary Setup, Cable Service with a Cable Box

Cable Box

Tunes to

Channel 19

Cable Box

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['f.j_ v.._._.lr"j/ Signal Path
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Wall, Window
or any

Reflective
Surface to

Bounce IR

Signals to

Cable Box

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•-- Do Auto Channel. Search procedure.

•-- Clock must be set to correct time.

-- Source Select must be set to Tuner.

-- Tuning Band must be set to CATV.

-- VCR, cable box and TV must be turned On.

-- TV/VCR SOURCE set to VCR (VCR appears
in Message Center.)

-- TV on and tuned to Channel 3, or TV
Audio/Video In as the source of the TV picture,

as appropriate.

i VCR tuned to cable box output channel number:

2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

-- Cable box must be connected to VCR ANT IN
(IN FROM ANT).

-- IR (Infra Red) Signal path from the VCR to the
cable box must be unobstructed.

Write In:
Cable Box Output Channel Number

1. For the Cable Box Test

Get the following information and enter in appropri-
ate spaces below.

Cable Box Output Channel Number.
May be printed in cable box owner's manual or on
cable box. It"not. call cable company for number;
2, 3, 4, 5 or 6.

"MFR" Number.
A series of numbers for your particular cable box.
If the first number does not work, try all the others

in sequence. See page 1:2-:3.

2. Complete VCR Plus Channel Mapping Work-

sheet.
See page 12.-4
Press CH MAP to begin VCR Plus Setup,

follow on-screen instructions.

If cable box test is succe.ssful, the cable box will

tune to Channel 19 as shown above.

"MFR" Number(s)

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VCR PLUS RECORDING SETUP/Step C

MFR Numbers List

Archer :1, 29, 42, 44, 76

Cabletenna :29
Cableview :42, 44, 63

Century :44
Citizen :30, 42, 44, 52
Curtis :8, 9, 56, 61
Diamond :29, 44, 76
Drake :37, 67, 71
Eagle :13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 58, 62
Eastern :28
General Electric :57
General Instruments :1, 2, 3, 4, 34, 55, 75, 83
GC Electronics :42, 44, 63
Gemini :4, 30
Gerrard :44
Hamlin :14, 15, 28, 41

Hitachi :31, 79, 80
Jerrold :1, 2, 3, 4, 34, 55, 75, 83
Jerrold Starcom :1, 3, 4, 55

Macom :31, 79, 80

Maganavox :13, 20, 21, 22, 23, 25, 26

Matsushita : 16

Movietime :32, 38, 39, 40, 60

NSC :32, 38, 39, 40

Oak/OakSigma :10, 11, 12, 13, 46, 47

Panasonic :6, 16, 17

Philips :13, 20, 21, 23, 24

Pioneer :5, 6, 78

Pulser :42, 44

Quest :78

RCA :6, 16, 17
Realistic :44, 51, 53
Recoton .:44
Regal :14, 23, 41
Regency :28
Rembrandt :29, 32, 42, 44, 60
SL Marx :4, 6, 42, 78

New MFR Numbers

The MFR Numbers List is a current listing of all
available MFR numbers to date. If your cable/con-
vener box does not tune to Channel 19, perhaps a
newly created MFR number will work, that has not
yet been published. In this case, try entering all
MFR numbers starting with number 1 and continue
through MFR number 83, to see if the cable box
will tune to Channel 19, and leave Channel 19 re-
main selected.

Note:

If the system test is not successful, enter 99 as the
MFR number. If the system test is not successful,

Salora :68, 72
Samsung :4, 6, 32, 42, 78
Scientific Atlanta :13, 9, 56, 61
Sheritech :27
Signal :i?_6
Sprucer :(3, 16, 17
Stargate :4, 6, 42, 44, 78
Starquest :(3
Sylvania :19

Teknika :54, 74
Telecaption :77
Teleview :4, 6, 40, 42, 78
Texscan :18, 19
Tocom :1, 33, 34, 42, 48, 49, 73
Toshiba ::}6, 66, 70

Uniden Satellite :(35, 69
Unika :29, 42, 44, 76
Universal :4.2, 43, 44, 62, (33, 82
Videoway :7, 45, 50, 59
Vid Tech :(34
Vidter :(34
Viewstar :13, 20, 21, 22, 23,

25, 40, 58, 62

Zenith ::7, 23, 45, 50, 5,{)

All other cable/converter boxes use: 99

Channel Mapping Example

Channel Map

Cable Ch VCR+ Ch

2
3

4
5
6

S

Before Channel MAX Channel Mapping

Mapping for MAX

r

Channel Map

Caltlle Oh MOB+ Ch

then the VCR cannot control the cable box func-
tions. You will have to turn on the cable box and
tune the channels manually for each r_zording. (Ch
Review is not available with MFR No. 99.)

12 _3

VCR Plus Channel Mapping Worksheet

Cable Company Assigned, and VCR Plus+ TV Channel Numbers

for Your Local Broadcast Area

On the worksheet below, write in (with a pencil)
each channel number that you receive these net-
work's programming over. Write in the channel

number. When Channel Mapping the VCR for
your local broadcast area, you would enter the

VCR Plus+ channel number on the same line that

corresponds to the channel number you receive

these programs over. In the example :shown on the
previous page, a cable :subscriber receives MAX
on Channel 16. So, when channel mapping, the sub-

scriber would enter 45 (for MAX) under the VCR
Plus+ Ch colunm on the same line as Channel 16,

as shown. Use your cable company's TV guide for
reference.

In this column, write In VCR Plus+ Channel

the channel numbers Numbers

you receive these

networks on.

Over-the-Air Broadcast TV Channels VHF/UHF

CBS
NBC
ABC
PBS

?BS

A&E
AMC
BRAV
CNBC

CNN

COM
C-SPAN

(SATELITE)
DIS
DISC
ENC
ESPN
FAM
HBO
LIFE

Cable Network TV Channels CATV

39
35
54

19
42
21

53
37
70

34

47

33

46

In this column,write in

the channel numbers

you receive these

networks on.

Cable Network TV C:hannels CATV

MAX
MTV

NICK
SHOW
SC

FBS
TLC
TMC
TNN
TNT

USA
VH-1
WWOR

VCR PILLS+,Channel

Numbers

Continued
45

48

38
41
59
43
51
58
49
52
44
62
6O

Note: Some of the VCR Plus+ numbers may vary
in your particular broadcast area. Consulkt your TV
guide; make any necessary additions or deletions.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

AUX Channel (Use to Play or Record from Accessory. System Components)

(Connected to the VCR Audio/Video In Jacks)
Step 1. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right
repeatedly to choose SETUP, press MENU.
Step 2. Use SELECT Up/Down to choose

SOURCE SELECT.

Step 3. Use ADJUST Left/Right to specify AUX.
This sets up the VCR to receive the signal from the

system component (Video Disk Player, Hi-Fi Ste-
reo, TV, Video Camera, Camcorder another VCR

etc.,) connected to the VCR AUDIO/VIDEO IN

(Rear or Front) connection jacks.

Note: When finished with the AUX channel, use
the previously describext method to choose

TUNER.

AUX Channel Direct Access

Another method of cl:toosing the AUX channel is to
use CHANNEL Up/Down. The AUX Channel, is
the lowest/highest number in the channel scan.
When you wish to return to normal VCR opera-
tion, simply use CHANNEL up/down to choose a

different channel.

Index Search (Use to access each recorded segment's beginning)

Each time a recording starts, the VCR marks that

location with an index mark; Index 1, Index 2, In-

dex 3, etc. These locations can then be accessed by
using the Search mode. (From the Stop or Play

mode,) press SEARCH to begin Index Search
mode.

For example, rewind the tape to the, beginning.
Press SEARCH. To advance the tape to Index loca-

tion three, follow on-screen instructions, then press

3. The tape will mow_ to recording stm_t Index loca-
tion 3 and start playback. Note: This feature only
works with tapes recorded on this VCR.

Real-Time Tape Counter

The Real-Time Tape Counter will only count re-
corded segments on VHS cassette tapes. If the on-

screen tape counter stops at a location while the
tape is moving, then the recorded segments have
ended and blank segments are being passed over at

that location on the tape; the Real-Time Tape

Counter will not count the blank (unrex-orded) seg-
ments of a tape.
MEMORY_ Press while a tape is being played or
recorded, to zero the Real-time tape counter. If
you activate the Counter Memory feature, the VCR
will automatically stop at the M 0:00:00 position
when the tape is rewound.

Special Menu

_AUTO CLOCK SET On/Off Adjustment.

--AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVINGS ADJUSTMENT
On/Off.

Step 1. Press MENU to place VCR Main Menu on
TV screen.

Step 2. Press 4567 to access the Special Menu.

Use SELECT and ADJUST keys to choose and

specify:

Auto Clock Set/On-- VCR will automatically set
the clock.

Auto Daylight Savings Adjustment/On-- VCR
will automatically adju:_tthe VCR clock for Day-
light savings time.
Press QUIT when finished.

Note: Choose one option --Auto Clock Set and
Auto Daylight Savings cannot be actiw_ at the same

time.

Auto Tape Recording Speed Switching

While recording in SP (Standard Play) mode, if the
VCR detects a shortage of tape necessary to com-
plete the recording in SP mode it will automatically

switch to EP (Extended Play) mode',to complete the
recording assignment.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Audio Record Mode

Step 1. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right
repeatedly to choose AUDIO, press MENU.

Step 2. Use SELECT Up/Down to specify
AUDIO RECORD MODE.

iStep 3. Use ADJUST Left/Right arrows to

specify:--STEREO, MONO or 2ND AUDIO.

Stereo-- Records sound from the left and right
sound tracks as supplied by the program source.

Mono (Monaural)-- Records Monaural sound only.
2nd Audio-- Records the 2nd Audio sound track,

if available.

Audio Playback Mode

;Step 1. Press MENU. Press ADJUST Left/Right
:repeatedly to choose AUDIO, press MENU.

Step 2. Use SELECT Up/Down to specify
,AUDIO PLAYBACK MODE.

Step 3. Use ADJUST Left/Right arrows to

specify:--tti-Fi, or Normal.
3Hi-Fi-- Sound will be heard in Stereo, if available.
Normal-- Sound will be heard in Monaural,
whether Audio source is Stereo, Monaural or 2nd

Audio.

Notes: Broadcast programs can be heard in Stereo
as supplied by the broadcast signal to the TV
Tuner. However, to hear Stereo sound from the

VCR Tuner or during tape playback, you must use
the VCR AUDIO/VIDEO Out jacks as the source.

The TV, or sound source, must be set up to use (as

the picture and sound source) the TV Audio/Video
In jacks. Only the VCR Audio/Video Out jacks pro-
vide Stereo output for a tape playing in the VCR.

VCR Plus Recording Setup Double Channel Mapping

]in a few parts of the country, some VCR Plus+ us-
ers will need to channel map two VCR Plus +

Channel numbers to one TV Channel Number. If
two VCR Plus+ Channel numbers are printed in
your TV Guide for one TV Channel number, you

must channel map these two numbers in order for
the VCR PlusCode to be interpreted by the VCR.
Write these two numbers on the Channel Mapping

Worksheet.
When Channel mapping, press 0000 to show the

clouble charmel mapping screen on the TV, con-
tinue Channel Mapping.

For further information ,or,.this special condition,
call the Gemstar company at 1-800-4321-VCR.

Channel Map

Cable Ch W.3R+Ch

2

3
4

5

6

Before Channel

Mapping

Press ON30 to show
Double Map Screen

CBS Chann_l Ma,t_lng

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SERVICE INFORMATION

Before Calling for Service

Following are some common problems associated with operating a VCR. Please refer to the following Problem/Resolution Chart
before calling for service. Many problems are created when the wrong key is pressed on the remote control. As a prelude to solv-
ing any VCR problem, turn TV, VCR and (if you have one) Cable Box on. Tune VCR to cable box output channel; 2, 3, 4, 5, 6,
7, 8 or 9. Tune Cable Box to desired channel. As necessary, select appropriate [NPLrF for the TV to receive the VCR signal,
Channel 3 if you connected to the TV Antenna In. TV/VCR SOURCE set at VCR, so VCR appe_arsin Message Center.----or TV
Audio/Video Input, if you made Audio/Video connections to the TV. Tune TV to Audio/Video In as the source for the TV pic-
ture. For further information see System Operations Chart on the last page in this section.

Problem/Resolution Chart

Observed Condition
VCR does not respond to remote control

keys or VCR buttons.
No power to the VCR.
Remote control does not function.

Operating Problems

Possible Cause

VCR software "lock-up" problem.

Power cord not connected.
Batteries are weak.

No picture appears on TV screen. Input on TV, not set to Audio/Video In,

or TV not tuned to Channel 3.

TV/VCR SOURCE set to TV.

Probable Solution

Disconnect power cord for 5 minutes,
reprogram VCR if necessary.

Connect ;_ower cord.

Replace with new batteries.

Set INPUT source on TV to
Audio/Video In, or tune TV to Channel
3, as appropriate.
Set TV/VCR SOURCE to VCR, so VCR
appears La Message Center.

Tape will not fast forward or rewind.
VCR operating sound is audible during

operation.
Tape playing in VCR does not appear on

TV screen.

Video "Noise" (horizontal streaks) ap-

)ear during normal tape playing.

Playing Tapes (Playback) Problems

Tape is fully rewound or fast forwarded. No action required.

Note: This is normal operating sound No action required.
from internal mechanisms.

TV input set to source other than VCR.

TV/VCR SOURCE set to TV.

Tape is a rental or recorded on another
VCR.

Tape heads are dirty.

Set Input on TV to Audio/Video In or
tune TV to Channel 3 a_gappropriate.

Set TV/VCR SOURCE to VCR, so VCR
appears in Message Center.

Use ADJUST Left/Right ar_rows to

manually adjust trackin_g.
Clean Video heads.

No cable channel appears on TV screen.

Cable Service Problems

Cable system not operating.
Cable box not turned on.

VCR not tuned to Cable Box output
channel.

VCR SOURCE SELECT set to AUX.

Call cable company for information.
Turn on ,Cable Box.

Tune VCR to Cable Box output channel.

Call cable company for number.
Set VCR SOURCE SELECT to TUNER.

Recording Problems

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SERVICE INFORMATION

Timer recording is not possible.

Clock is not set to correct time.

Timer has been programmed
incorrectly.

VCR is on.
TIMER SET does not appear after

programming timer.

Set clock to correct time.

Reprogran: Timer.

Turn VCR off to activate Timer.
Reprogranl Timer.

Tuning Problems

Some channels are skipped over when Those channels are preset to be skipped. Restore channels to chant.tel search
scanning channels, sequence; _;elect ADD next to channel

number.

Channel cannot be switched. VCR is in Timer Recording mode. Press POWER to release VCR from

Timer Recording mode.

Picture and sound are weak or missing. Antenna or cables are loose. Tighten colanections or replace cable.

Audio-Stereo Record/Playback Problems

Stereo is not present from VCR output. TV is not Stereo. VCR not connected to

TV Audio/Video Input jacks.

VCR Audio Record Mode was not set to
Stereo. Tape recorded with 2nd Audio or
Monaural sr_ecified as VCR Audio

Record Mode.

7:::

VCR Audio/Video Output jacks not
connected to TV Audio/Video input

jacks.

Connect VCR to TV Audio/Video In (or
Hi-Fi Stereo Audio In jacks.)

Set to appropriate Audio Record mode.

Connect VCR Audio/Video Out to TV
Audio/Video In.

VCR records program on different
channel than channel specified.

Recorded wTong channel or no channel

with Cable Box.

VCR Plus Problems

Channel Map Procedure is incorrect or
was not performed.

Cable Box not tuned to channel you

wished to record.

Cable Box not turned on.

VCR not tuned to Cable Box Output

Channel; 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9.

No program on cable system. Cable system not operating.

Channel Map for your local bJroadcast

area.

Tune Ca'bl_: Box to channel you wish to
record.

Turn Cable Box on and leave on.

Tune VCR to Cable Box Output Channel

number. Call cable comp_Lny tbr number
if necessary.

Call cable company for infornmtion.

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SERVICE INFORMATION

MAINTENANCE

Auto Head Cleaning/Video Head Cleaning

The VCR automatically cleans the heads as it is used. However at'ter long periods of use, the video heads

may become clogged with accumulated dirt, causing distortion. When this occurs, use do-it--yourself wet

head cleaning cassettes available through your nearest Sears Retail Store or Service Center.
Caution: Do not use dry head cleaning systems. They may seriously damage both the video recorder and

cassette. When visual signs appear (snow, streaking in picture and horizontal pulling of picture) indicating
the need for video head cleaning, please see your nearest Sears Retail Store or Service Center.

Cabinet Cleaning

The outside surfaces of the VCR may be cleaned with a soft lint-free cloth as rcxluired. Use care not to
scratch the VCR ,:luring cleaning.

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SERVICE INFORMATION

System Operations-- VCR, TV and Cable Box

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VCR FEATURES CHART

FEATURES

VCR Plus + +

with Cable Box Control

4-Heads
MBR4285 Remote Control
On-Screen Audio Playback Menu

Front/Rear Audio/Video In Jacks
On-Screen Audio Record Mode

Menu
Stereo Rear Audio In/Out Jacks

Stereo Front Audio Injacks
Rear Audio/Video Out Jacks

Record Speeds SP/EP

Playback Speeds SP/LP/EP

VCR Status On-Screen Display
Auto Clock Set

Auto Daylight Savings Adjustment

Auto/Manual Digital Tracking

Auto Head Cleaner
Auto Playback System
Auto/Manual Tuning Band Select

Auto/Manual Channel Search
Instant Record

VR4285HF

X

X
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(Stereo VCR)

X
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FEATURES VR4285HF

Timer Record X

Jog/Shuttle Frame-by-Frame X
Forward/Reverse Slow Motion

Viewing Control

VCR Message Center Display X
Channel Add/Delete Feature X

Forward!Reverse Speed S_rch X
Focward/Reverse Jet Search X

Forward PlayX2 Feature X
Reverse PlayX3 Feature X
Forward/Reverse Slow Motion X

English/Spanish On-Screen Menus X

Pause/Still Video X

Hook-up Cable X
Index Search X

Jet Search X

Speed Search X

181 Channel Capability X

1 Year, 8 Event Timer X !!

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10 Minute Power Backup X il/i

Real-Time Tape Counter X il

Real-Time Tape Counter ldemory X

Note: All features, Graphics, VCR Buttons/Remote Control Keys labeling and Software Menus are subject
to change without prior notice.

X _ Feature is provided

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we meet our pledge to you... "We Service What We Sell."

Should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any
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WARRANTY

This productis exclusive to and is warranted solely bySeam. For 90
days from the date of purchase, Sears will repair any defect in

material or workmanship in this video cassette recorder, free of
charge. For one year from the date of purchase, Sears will supply,

at no charge, replacement for defectiw._parts.

The above warranty coverage applies only to video cassette re-
corders which are used for private household purposes.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICI_-, SIMPLY I:tE-FURN THE

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER TO THE NEAREST SEARS
SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES.

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

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