Operating Guide and
Warranty for your new Zenith
Entertainment Machine
Models
VRA211
VRA411
VRA421
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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 PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT 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.”
RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER
(Now, while you can see it)
The model and serial number of your new VCR are located
on the back of the VCR cabinet. For your future convenience,
we suggest that you record these numbers here:
MODEL NO.____________________________________
SERIAL NO.____________________________________
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
SAFETY TIPS
:
Refer to the “Safety Tips” leaflet that
came with your product for Important
Safety Instructions.
INSTALLATION PAGE 3
This page
shows the features of your
VCR and the
differences
between the
models
VCR Features Chart
FEATURES VRA211 VRA411 VRA421
SpeakEZ Function X X X
2-Heads X N/A N/A
4-Heads (Special Video Effects) N/A X X
Full Load/Quick Start X X X
Auto Head Cleaner X X X
Audio System Monaural Monaural MTS Hi-Fi Stereo
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Monaural Monaural Stereo
Remote Control SC411 X X X
Auto/Manual Band Select X X X
Auto/Manual Channel Search X X X
Channel Capability (CATV & TV) 181 181 181
Record Speeds SP/EP X X X
Playback Speeds SP/LP/EP X X X
Auto Playback System X X X
Auto/Manual Digital Tracking X X X
Instant Recording X X X
Timer-Controlled Recording X X X
Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust X X X
Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion
N/A
XX
Video (4-head VCR) Variable 1/10 to 1/32 Variable 1/10 to 1/32
Pause/Still Video Noise Clear Clear
Real-Time Tape Counter X X X
Speed Search X X X
CM Skip X X X
English/Spanish/French Menus X X X
1-Year, 8-Event Timer X X X
LED Front Panel Indicator X X X
Auto Daylight Saving Time X X X
Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV) X X X
1. Model VRA421 is used for the description, operation, and details provided in this operating guide.
2. VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
X = Feature is provided N/A = Feature is Not Available
INSTALLATIONPAGE 4
Required
connections
for your VCR
Connections for your VCR
Connections With a Cable Box
Connections Without a Cable Box
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
Back Panel of Typical TV
Antenna
Flat Wire
(300 ohm)
300/75 ohm
Adaptor
(Not provided)
Cable TV
Wall Jack
This cable is provided
with your VCR.
OR
OR
IN
OUT OUT
IN
R
L
AUDIO
VIDEO
VHF/UHF/CATV
ANT
IN
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
Turn off power or unplug VCR
before making any connections.
Back Panel of
Typical Cable Box
CH3 CH4
CABLE
OUT IN
Back Panel of Stereo VCR Back Panel of Typical TV
IN IN
OUTOUT
R
L
AUDIO VIDEO
VHF/UHF/CATV
ANT
IN
Cable TV
Wall Jack
This cable is provided
with your VCR.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
Turn off power or unplug VCR
before making any connections.
INSTALLATION PAGE 5
Optional
connections
for your VCR
Connections for your VCR
Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV
Use A/V connections for a better picture.
Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR
CH3 CH4
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
VHF/UHF/CATV
ANT
IN
Back Panel of Typical TV
ANT
IN
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOAUDIO
OUT
IN
Back Panel of Monaural VCR
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
OUT
AUDIO VIDEO
IN
VHF/UHF/CATV
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
Back Panel of Typical Monaural TV
Note: If the back panel
on your TV is different,
refer to the TV’s operating
guide.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO
TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
Jack panel of Accessory
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
Accessory
Component:
Another VCR,
Camcorder,
Video Camera,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc Player
Turn off power
or unplug VCR
before making
any connections.
Turn off power
or unplug VCR
before making
any connections.
INSTALLATIONPAGE 6
Things you
must do
before you
can operate
your VCR
Before you operate your VCR
1
2
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
CLOCK
MAIN MENU
TIMER SETUP AUDIO
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF
PLAYBACK:
RECORD:
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
Note:
Audio menu’s PLAYBACK and
RECORD options are available only
with stereo VCRs.
Connect the Power
(Required) Plug your VCR into an unswitched
120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet. Turn
on the VCR by pressing the POWER on the
remote or on the VCR’s front panel.
Do not plug the VCR into a switched
power outlet. Otherwise, when the
power is switched off, the VCR turns
off. You may then have to reset the
time and date, and reprogram operational features.
Set Position of the CH3/CH4 Switch
(Required) The CH3/CH4 switch on the VCR’s
back panel determines which channel the VCR
uses to send video signals to your TV. The TV
must be tuned to the same channel you set
with the CH3/CH4 switch to see tape playback and status displays from the VCR. To
determine which video channel provides the
best picture for your system, try the switch
in CH3 position and tune your TV to channel
3; then try the CH4 position and tune your
TV to channel 4.
For a test display, press TV/VCR on remote
repeatedly until the VCR indicator appears in
the VCR’s front panel display. Press MENU on
the remote to see the main menu.
TYPICAL ZENITH VCR
WALL
SWITCH
POWER
OUTLET
Tune
TV to
Ch.3
CH3 CH4
Tune
TV to
Ch.4
CH3 CH4
OR
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INSTALLATION PAGE 7
Things you
must do
before you
can operate
your VCR
Before you operate your VCR
How to Access Menus
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu.
2. Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, or 4) to see
desired sub menu to be used.
3. Press NUMBER to choose desired
option to be changed.
4. Press QUIT to exit menu, or wait a
few minutes and the VCR returns to
normal operation.
Select SpeakEZ Function (On/Off)
A voice tells you how to use the features
in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is
recommended.).
See the AUDIO Menu for details.
SpeakEZ only functions with
ENGLISH.
Select Language for VCR
Menus/Displays
(Optional) Select English, Spanish, or
French for VCR menus and status displays. See the LANGUAGE SELECT option
on the SETUP menu for details.
Selects
VCR tuner
Chooses and
modifies options
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0
Point remote toward VCR
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF
PLAYBACK:
RECORD:
MAIN MENU
Press NUMBER
(1 or 2) to choose
ON or OFF
Press 4.
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER (1, 2,
or 3) to select the
desired language
Press 5.
3
4
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
LANGUAGE SELECT : ENGLISH
1 ENGLISH 2 ESPAÑOL
3 FRANÇAIS
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
INSTALLATIONPAGE 8
Some things
you must do
and others
you may
want to do
before you
can operate
your VCR
Before you operate your VCR
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
SOURCE: TUNER (TV)
1 TV 2 CATV
3 AUX
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER
(1, 2, or 3) to select
the desired source
Press 3.
Set Date and Time for Clock
(Required) Set the clock in the VCR to
the current date and time. See CLOCK
Menu for details.
You must set the clock before
you can use any timer-controlled VCR features, for example, TIMER recordings.
Select Source for VCR
(Optional) Set the source of the VCR for
the type of program signal you have
connected to the ANT IN jack on the
back of the VCR. Choose TV if you have
an antenna connected to the VCR.
Choose CATV if you have a cable system
(with or without a cable box) connected
to the VCR. Choose AUX if you have an
accessory Audio/Video (A/V) connected
to the VCR.
See SOURCE option on SETUP menu for
details.
Use Auto Program to Find
Channels
(Required) Use AUTO PROGRAM to find
active channels in your broadcast area.
AUTO PROGRAM stores the active channels that you can access by using the
Channel Up/Down arrows. See AUTO
PROGRAM on the SETUP Menu for
details.
Use CH. ADD/DEL to Create
Favorite Channels
(Optional) Use CH. ADD/DEL to change
the list of active channels found when
using AUTO PROGRAM, so you can list
your favorites. See CH.ADD/DEL on the
SETUP Menu for details.
6
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: SEARCHING
SETUP MENU
Press 1.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER
(0-9) then ENTER
Press 2.
7
8
5
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
MONTH : 1 JANUARY
DAY : 1 THU
YEAR : 1998
TIME : 12:00 PM
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
Press NUMBER
(0-9) then ENTER to
set date and time
Press 3.
INSTALLATION PAGE 9
Things you
may want to
do before you
operate your
VCR.
Before you operate your VCR
9
Select Other Menu Options
You may not want to have the clock in
your VCR adjusted automatically for
Daylight Saving Time. Refer to Clock Menu
for details.
Show or hide the VCR status on your
screen by using the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY
option on the SETUP menu. We recommend keeping this option ON. See the
SETUP menu for details.
If you have a stereo VCR, select the audio
format (HI-FI or NORMAL) to use when
you play a tape. We recommend setting
this option to HI-FI. See the PLAYBACK
MODE option on the AUDIO Menu for
details.
If you have a stereo VCR, select the audio
format (STEREO, MONO or SAP) to use
when recording. We recommend using
STEREO. See the RECORD MODE option on
the AUDIO Menu for details.
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: ON
1 ON 2 OFF
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER
(1 or 2) to choose
ON or OFF
Press 4.
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
MAIN MENU
Press NUMBER
(1 or 2) to choose
Auto Daylight Saving
ON or OFF
Press 1.
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ:
PLAYBACK: HI-FI 1 HI-FI
2 NORMAL
RECORD:
MAIN MENU
Press NUMBER
(1 or 2) to choose
HI-FI or NORMAL
Press 4.
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ:
PLAYBACK:
RECORD: STEREO 1 STEREO
2 MONO
3 SAP
MAIN MENU
Press NUMBER
(1, 2 or 3) to choose
STEREO, MONO, or
SAP
Press 4.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYSPAGE 10
Descriptions
of items you
need to know
to operate
your VCR.
Front Panel Diagram
Front Panel Controls
These controls perform basic VCR operations. The Remote performs basic as well as advanced VCR
operations.
power
play
rew
f fwd
pause
power cst.in vcr rec timer
ch
rec/itr
sp/ep
ch
stop/eject
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LED Front Panel Indicators
A Cassette is in the VCR
VCR is in Timer
recording
Remote Window:
Keep this area free
of obstruction.
VCR is recording
VCR is turned on
VCR functions are
available and channels
are selected at VCR
POWER On/Off
Button
Cassette
Compartment
Channel Up/Down
Selector
Stop/Eject
Selector
PLAY, REW (Rewind),
F FWD (Fast Forward),
PAUSE Selector
LED Front Panel
Indicators
Recording
Speed Selector
REC/ITR
(Instant Timer
Record) Selector
power cst.in vcr rec timer
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS PAGE 11
On-Screen displays tell you
the status of
the tape
inserted and
VCR functions.
VCR Status Displays
VCR Status Display
The VCR Status Display appears on the TV when a
VCR function starts, like when you change a channel or select a different VCR mode. For example,
pressing STOP while the VCR is in PLAY mode
shows STOP in the display. Press ENTER on the
remote at any time (except Special Effect Playback
mode; SLOW, STILL etc.) to see the Status Display.
Note:
If the VCR Status Display does not appear on the
TV screen, check the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option
on the SETUP menu. Select ON to see the display.
See “VCR Menu Operations” section for details.
VCR Status Display Options
When the Status Display appears, press ENTER
repeatedly to see abbreviated displays, as follows:
1. Press ENTER to see Status Display.
2. Press ENTER a second time to show only the
tape counter position.
3. Press ENTER a third time to show only the tape
time remaining.
4. Press ENTER repeatedly until all displays are
removed.
PLAY HI-FI VCR CH 11
SP ST/SAP
15 MON
7:17 AM M-1:35:45
M-1:35:45 REM 1:35
Current mode of operation
(STOP, PAUSE, RECORD, PLAY, etc.)
and audio format of tape, where
Play=HI-FI or NORMAL(No display)
Tape Speed
EP=Extended Play
LP=Long Play
SP=Standard Play
Current date, day, and time
Current CH (Channel) selected
by using tuner in VCR
Audio format of signal
received by VCR tuner:
STEREO, MONO or ST/SAP
Real-time tape counter
M = Counter Memory is active
– = Tape is rewound past index
mark.
1:35:45 = Length of tape (in time)
1 = 1 hour
35 = 35 minutes
45 = 45 seconds
Typical VCR Status Display
on TV
Tape Counter Position
Tape Time Remaining
OPERATIONPAGE 12
A quick list
of all the
buttons on
your remote
control and
what they do.
The Buttons on Your Remote
Turns VCR
On/Off
Exits Any Menu
Chooses Tape
Recording Speed
Enters a Menu
Tape Play/Record
Options
Direct Channel and
Programming Entry
Switches TV Picture
between TV and VCR
Channel Selectors
(Tuner)
Ejects a tape
Shows main menu
Accesses Tape Counter
Display
Channel Selectors
Fast forwards picture
search through
30 seconds of recording
Adjusts tape
playback tracking.
Installing Batteries
Be sure to install the batteries
provided with this remote. Match
positive (+) and negative (-) with
markings shown in battery compartment.
Note: All VCR operations and menu
options can be accessed by using
the remote control.
CH (▼/▲) — Changes favorite
channel list. Also selects AUX A/V
input channel.
CM SKIP — Fast forwards picture
search through 30 seconds of
recording.
EJECT — Ejects the tape in the
VCR.
ENTER — Programs menu options
and shows VCR display.
F FWD (Fast Forward)—Advances
tape rapidly.
MEMORY — Returns real-time
tape counter to zero (M 0:00:00).
MENU — Shows main menu.
Numbers — Chooses channels
and enters programming information.
PAUSE — Pauses tape temporarily
during playback or record.
PLAY — Begins tape playback.
POWER — Turns VCR On and Off.
Also turns VCR Timer Off and On,
if programmed.
QUIT — Exits menu system.
REC/ITR — Begins tape record-
ing.
REW — Rewinds tape to the
beginning.
SP/EP — Chooses tape recording
speed.
STOP — Cancels playback or
record modes.
TRACKING (▼/▲) — Adjusts
tape playback tracking.
TV/VCR — Switches source of TV
picture between TV channel and
VCR channel selection. VCR functions are available in VCR mode.
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OPERATION PAGE 13
Introducing
you to the
Main Menu
selections
Main Menu
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
CLOCK
MAIN MENU
TIMER SETUP AUDIO
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF
PLAYBACK:
RECORD:
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
How to Access Menus
Menu operation is easy—just follow the instructions
shown at the bottom of the menu.
1. Press MENU to see main menu.
2. Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, or 4) to see desired sub
menu to be used.
3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be
changed.
4. Press QUIT to exit menu, or wait a few minutes
and the VCR returns to normal operation.
Selects
VCR tuner
Chooses and
modifies options
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Note:
Perform menu operations with the VCR and TV on,
and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4. The VCR must
also be in the VCR mode of operation. Press TV/VCR
repeatedly until VCR indicator appears in the front
panel.
OPERATIONPAGE 14
The Clock
Menu sets
the clock in
VCR to the
current time.
Clock Menu
How to Access Auto Daylight Saving
This VCR can adjust the clock automatically for Daylight
Saving Time.
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu.
2. Press 1 to see Clock Menu on the Main Menu.
3. Press 1 to choose ON on the Clock Menu.
Note:
We recommend that you set the clock using the MANUAL
method the first time you use your VCR. See MANUAL
option for details.
Manual Clock Set
The CLOCK Menu sets the clock in the VCR to the current
date and time.
Notes:
The clock must be set before you can record by using the
TIMER menu.
You may have to reset the clock if a power outage lasts for
more than 3 seconds.
How to Set Clock
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu.
2. Press 1 to see clock options.
3. Press 3 to adjust your options.
4. Press the NUMBER (0~9) then ENTER to specify current
date and time.
5. Press QUIT to exit the menu system.
CLOCK MENU
MONTH : 1 JANUARY
DAY : 1 THU
YEAR : 1998
TIME : 12:00 PM
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING:ON
1 ON 2 OFF
MANUAL CLOCK SET: 3
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
Typical CLOCK Menu with
date and time settings
OPERATION PAGE 15
The TIMER
Menu tells the
VCR when to
record a program on a day
and at a time
you specify
Timer Menu
PROGRAM 1
MONTH : 7 JULY
DAY : 20 MON
START : 11:16 AM
STOP : 11:46 AM
CHANNEL : 20 TV
SPEED : EP
REPEAT : ONCE
(1-8) to select program
to erase press (0)
PROGRAM 1
MONTH : 7 JULY
DAY : 20 MON
START : 11:16 AM
STOP : 11:46 AM
CHANNEL : 20 TV
SPEED : EP
REPEAT : ONCE
(1-8) to select program
to erase press (0)
You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one-year period.
How to Use Timer
1. Choose TIMER menu as described in “How to
Access Menus.”
2. Press NUMBER(0-9) then ENTER to set the timer.
3. Press QUIT to exit the menu system.
Note:
Set the VCR in TIMER mode by pressing POWER to
turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator appears in the
front panel of the VCR.
You cannot operate the VCR manually while
it is recording. Pressing POWER stops the
recording.
To Erase a Program
1. Choose TIMER menu as described in “How to
Access Menus.”
2. Press NUMBER(1-8) to select desired PROGRAM to
be erased.
3. Press 0 to erase the program.
4. Press QUIT to exit the menu system.
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
PROGRAM 8
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
Press 2
Month of Recording
Day of Recording
Start Time of Recording
Stop Time of Recording
Channel of Recording
Speed of Recording
Frequency of Recording
Program Number
When highlighted, press NUMBER (1-
8) to choose program Number.
REPEAT OPTIONS
ONCE — Records once.
WEEKLY — Records once each week.
DAILY — Records one time each day,
Monday - Friday.
CHANNEL OPTIONS
To select an AUX channel, select the
next highest or lowest channel programmed in the VCR with the CHANNEL Up/Down arrows.
SPEED OPTIONS (SP or EP)
The SP mode determines how much
tape is left and switches speed from
SP to EP, if necessary, to complete
recording the program. There will be
some picture and sound distortion at
the point of the speed change.
Press 0 to erase program
Follow
these
steps
OPERATIONPAGE 16
The SETUP
Menu
customizes
the VCR’s
operation for
your
particular
needs.
Setup Menu
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
AUTO PROGRAM: 1
CH. ADD/DEL: 2
SOURCE: 3
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5
Choose SETUP Menu as described in
“How to Access Menus.”
AUTO PROGRAM Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR’s memory for access
by Channel Up/Down. Press 1 to begin search.
CH. ADD/DEL Edits the channels found by AUTO PROGRAM. Use number keys followed by
ENTER to select the channel to be edited (e.g., to ADD channel 3, press 3
then ENTER). Press ENTER to ADD or DEL (Delete) channels to create your
own list of favorite channels.
SOURCE Selects TV, CATV, or AUX as the source of the program to watch or record.
Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if
you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the
VCR. Choose AUX if you want to see the program from accessory equipment, such as a camcorder, connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks
on the VCR.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Selects whether or not you see VCR Status Displays on the TV.
LANGUAGE SELECT Selects English, Spanish or French for VCR menus and displays on the TV.
OPERATION PAGE 17
AUDIO Menu’s
PLAYBACK and
RECORD
options are
available only
with stereo
VCRs.
Audio Menu
SpeakEZ Turns SpeakEZ ON or OFF.
A voice tells you how to use the features you select in the menus if
SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is recommended.)
PLAYBACK Selects HI-FI or NORMAL for tape playback.
HI-FI (High Fidelity) provides stereo sound, if present on the tape, to the
left and right VCR AUDIO output jacks on the back of the VCR.
NORMAL provides monaural sound, regardless of the audio format present
on the tape.
RECORD Select the STEREO, MONO, or SAP for recording a program.
STEREO records sound from the left and right audio tracks in stereophonic
format.
MONO (Monaural) records sound in monaural format even if the program is
in stereo.
SAP records the Second Audio Program (SAP) track, if present, in addition
to the stereo audio tracks. SAP usually contains audio in another language.
The AUDIO Menu indicates
the audio format used
when recording or playing
a tape. Choose AUDIO
Menu as described in
“How to Access Menus.”
Press ENTER (and repeat)
to choose items in the
menu (some models).
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
AUDIO MENU
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF
PLAYBACK:
RECORD:
OPERATIONPAGE 18
This page
shows a
typical video
system and
explains how
to select
channels.
Watching TV Through the VCR
Selecting Channels when the VCR is OFF
1. Turn TV on.
2. Select channel you’d like to watch at the TV. If
you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at
the TV. Selects cable box channels at the cable
box.
Selecting Channels at the TV when VCR is
ON
1. Turn TV and VCR on.
2. Place VCR in TV mode by pressing TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator
disappears from the VCR front panel.
3. Select channel you’d like to watch at the TV. If
you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at
the TV. Select cable box channels at the cable
box.
Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is
ON
1. Turn TV and VCR on.
2. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on
remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator
appears in the VCR front panel.
3. Select channels 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have
connected your VCR to the TV’s A/V input
jacks, select the A/V source at the TV for a
better picture.
4. Select the channel you’d like to watch at the
VCR. If you have a cable box, select channel 3
or 4 at the VCR. Select cable box channels at
the cable box.
IN OUT
Audio/Video Output to TV
VCR Output to TV
(Channel 3 or 4 when
VCR is on and TV/VCR
is in VCR position)
CH3 CH4
Cable Box
Output
to VCR
From
Cable- TV
System
Direct Cable
All-Channel
Antenna
Cable TV
Wall Jack
Typical
Cable Box
OUT
VHF/UHF/CATV
IN
AUDIO
OUT
VIDEO
OUT
RL
34
CHANNEL
Zenith Stereo VCR
VHF-UHF
CABLE IN
VIDEOINAUDIO
IN
RL
Zenith TV
Or
Or
OPERATION PAGE 19
This page
describes how
to connect a
camcorder to
your VCR.
Camcorder Connected to VCR
Select AUX for Viewing an Audio/Video
source like a Camcorder
1. With TV and VCR on, place VCR in VCR mode by
pressing TV/VCR on the remote (and repeat) until
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR’s front panel.
2. Select channel 3 (or 4) on the TV. Note: If your TV
has A/V jacks, you may get a better picture if you
connect your VCR there. (Then, select the A/V
source on the TV.)
3. At the VCR, Channel Down lower than the lowest
channel (or Channel Up above the highest) to
select “AUX” Or, you mayChoose the SETUP menu as described in “How to
Access Menus.”
Press 3 for the SETUP menu’s SOURCE item.
Press 3 for AUX, then ENTER. (Press QUIT to exit.)
Turn off power or unplug VCR
before making any connections.
Press number keys
then ENTER QUIT = exit
SETUP MENU
SOURCE: TUNER (TV)
1 TV 2 CATV
3 AUX
Press 3 to select AUX
SOURCE Shows the program source—TV, CATV, or AUX—selected for the VCR to receive
TUNER The VCR is using its Tuner to receive programs from an antenna or cable.
TV Selects programs for the VCR from a rooftop-type antenna.
CATV Selects programs for the VCR from Cable TV.
AUX Selects programs for the VCR from the R-AUDIO-L—VIDEO IN jacks (where you may have
connected your camcorder).
Items in the Menu
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
ANT
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
IN
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
IN
VHF/UHF/CATV
OUT
TO
TV
OPERATIONPAGE 20
This page
explains the
basics of
playing tapes
in your VCR.
Playing Tapes
Automatic Playback (No Safety Tab)
1. Tape playback begins automatically, if the safety tab is removed from the cassette case. For
example, most rental movies have no safety
tab. Simply insert the prerecorded VHS cassette
into the VCR. Power turns on and playback
begins.
2. Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Or, select
the TV’s AUX (Auxiliary) source to see the picture, if you are using the A/V jacks.
Manual Playback (Has Safety Tab)
1. Press POWER to turn VCR on.
2. Insert a prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR.
3. Press PLAY to begin playback.
4. Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Or, select
the TV’s AUX (Auxiliary) source to see the
picture, if you are using the A/V jacks.
Unloading the Cassette from the VCR
1. Press STOP if the tape is playing.
2. Press STOP/EJECT at the VCR until the cassette
is ejected.
Note:
This VCR records only in SP and EP speeds. Your
VCR sets the playback speed automatically to the
speed used to record the tape.
(Continued on next page)
VHS Cassette Playback/Record Times
Cassette SP LP EP
Length (Standard Play) (Long Play) (Extended Play)
T-30 30 Minutes 1 Hour 1 Hour,
30 Minutes
T-60 1 Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours
T-120 2 Hours 4 Hours 6 Hours
T-160 2 Hours, 5 Hours, 8 Hours
40 Minutes 20 Minutes
POWER
PLAY
STOP
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OPERATION PAGE 21
This page
explains how
to use the
remote to play
tapes on your
VCR.
Playing Tapes
Auto/Manual Tracking Adjustment
Your VCR adjusts tracking automatically when
you play a tape. If the tape was recorded on
a different VCR, streaks (video noise) may
appear. While the tape is playing, press
TRACKING (▼/▲) to adjust the tracking
manually.
Real-Time Tape Counter
Press ENTER twice to keep the tape counter
on the TV screen. Press ENTER repeatedly to
remove all displays. The counter resets to
0:00:00 when you insert a cassette or when a
tape is rewound to its beginning.
Pause/Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion
Video
(While in play mode) Press PAUSE for still
video. Press PAUSE again, and follow
on-screen instructions for Forward or Reverse
slow motion. Press F FWD or REW to control
slow speed during slow motion. Press PLAY to
resume normal tape playing.
Note: When the reverse slow mode continues for
more than 30 secondes, the VCR will automatically change to play mode.
Tape Rewind and Fast Forward
(While in Stop mode) Press and release REW
or F FWD (Fast Forward), as desired. Press
STOP when tape reaches desired location.
Reverse/Forward Search
(While in Play mode) Press and release REW or
F FWD, as desired. Press PLAY to resume
normal tape playing.
CM Skip (Commercial Skip)
(While in play mode) Pressing CM SKIP on the
remote skips commercials or other program
material. Pressing 1, 2, 3, or 4 times skips
30, 60, 90, or 120 seconds, respectively. CM
SKIP skips a full 120 seconds of commercials
in a few seconds, then resumes normal playback.
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PAUSE
REW (Rewind)
PLAY
F FWD
(Fast Forward)
STOP
CM SKIP
TRACKING
(▼/▲)
OPERATIONPAGE 22
Recording
what you are
watching
on TV.
Instant Recording
Options You Can Use While Recording
Instant recording lets you record until you reach
the end of tape or you press STOP to stop recording.
1. Turn TV and VCR on.
2. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator
appears in the VCR front panel.
3. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have
connected your VCR to the TV’s A/V input jacks,
select the A/V source at the TV for a better picture.
4. Select the channel to be watched and recorded
at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select the
cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the
VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box.
5. Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR.
6. Press SP/EP to select recording speed, if
desired. Recording speed is always SP, unless
you select EP.
7. Press REC/ITR until recording begins. REC indicator appears in the VCR front panel. Recording
continues until you reach the end of the tape,
or until you press STOP to stop recording.
Instant Recording Instant Timer Recording
(until end of tape) (Preset recording times)
PAUSE – STOP or STOP/EJECT –
Momentarily Pauses Stops and exits recording
recording. Press PAUSE mode.
again to resume recording.
STOP or STOP/EJECT –
Stops and exits recording
mode.
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OPERATION PAGE 23
Recording
using preset
time periods.
Instant Recording
Presses of
Display
Preset Time For
REC/ITR Recording
1 (Press) Current Time Until end of tape
2 0:30 30 minutes
3 1:00 1 hours
4 1:30 1 hour and
30 minutes
5 2:00 2 hours
...
...
...
9 4:00 4 hours
10 No display normal recording
Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording.
Note:
Preset recording time counts down until the recording time is over.
Instant (attended) Timer Recording (ITR) lets you
record where you record for a specific preset time
period, instead of recording until the end of tape is
reached. For example, you can record a 30-minute
show using the preset time period.
Turn TV and VCR on.
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing
TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR
front panel.
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you
have connected your VCR to the TV’s
A/V input jacks, select the A/V source
at the TV for a better picture.
Select the channel to be watched and
recorded at the VCR. If you have a
cable box, select the cable box output
channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR.
Select cable box channels at the cable
box.
Insert a VHS cassette tape into the
VCR.
Press SP/EP to select recording speed,
if desired. Recording speed is always
SP, unless you select EP.
Press REC/ITR until recording begins.
The REC indicator appears in the VCR
front panel. Recording continues until
you reach the end of the tape, or until
you press STOP to stop recording.
Press REC/ITR repeatedly to select a
preset recording time period. Each subsequent press of REC/ITR increases the
recording time by 30 minutes until you
reach a maximum of 4 hours.
2
3
4
1
5
6
7
8
Note: The SP mode determines how much tape
is left and switches speed from SP to EP, if
necessary, to complete recording the program.
There will be some picture and sound distortion
at the point of the speed change.
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OPERATIONPAGE 24
Recording
one show
while
watching
another.
Instant Recording
Note:
If you have a cable box connected to your VCR, you
cannot record one show and watch another.
Choose the show you wish to record using the VCR’s
channel selector. Choose the show you wish to
watch using the TV’s channel selector.
Turn TV and VCR on.
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing
TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR
front panel.
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you
have connected your VCR to the TV’s
A/V input jacks, select the A/V source
at the TV for a better picture.
Select the channel to be watched and
recorded at the VCR. If you have a
cable box, select the cable box output
channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR.
Select cable box channels at the cable
box.
Insert a VHS cassette tape into the
VCR.
Press SP/EP to select recording speed,
if desired. Recording speed is always
SP, unless you select EP.
Press REC/ITR until recording begins.
REC indicator appears in the VCR front
panel. Recording continues until you
reach the end of the tape, or until you
press STOP to stop recording.
Place VCR in TV mode by pressing
TV/VCR on remote to turn off VCR indicator in the VCR front panel.
Select the show you wish to watch
using the TV’s channel selector.
Note:
To return to the show you’re recording, select
channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR
mode by pressing TV/VCR on the remote to show
the VCR indicator in the VCR’s front panel.
Options You Can Use While Recording
2
3
4
1
5
6
7
8
9
Instant Recording
(until end of tape)
PAUSE –
Momentarily pauses recording. Press PAUSE
again to resume recording.
STOP or STOP/EJECT – Stops and exits
recording mode.
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OPERATION PAGE 25
This page
explains how
to use the
timer so that
you can record
while you are
away.
Recording While You’re Away
Timer-controlled recording lets you record shows
unattended. Pick a day and time up to one year in
advance. The show may be recorded once or on
multiple days. You can schedule up to eight
different events into the PROGRAM TIMER for
recording, as long as no events overlap in the
same time period.
Turn TV and VCR on.
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing
TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR
front panel.
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV.
Insert a VHS cassette tape into the
VCR.
Program events to be recorded with the
Timer by following the procedure in the
TIMER MENU section. If you have a
cable box, select channel 3 or 4 (ar the
VCR) as the channel to be recorded.
Keep your cable box on when using the
Timer to record.
Enable the Timer by pressing POWER to
turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator
appears in the VCR front panel to indicate the VCR is in the TIMER recording
mode.
MAIN MENU
TIMER MENU
for Program 1
TIMER MENU
for Program 8
VCR TIMER
VCR OPERATION
POWER STATUS
On Off
Off On (or set)
Disables timer-controlled
recording if an event is
Scheduled in the Timer. All
other VCR operations can
be used as desired.
Enables timer-controlled
recording if an event is
scheduled in the Timer. You
cannot be operate the VCR
manually while it is in
Timer Set mode. If you
have scheduled the Timer,
you’ll be recording at a
later time.
2
3
4
1
5
6
SpeakEZ
CLOCK : 1
TIMER : 2
SETUP : 3
AUDIO : 4
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
PROGRAM 1
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
PROGRAM 8
MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP :
CHANNEL :
SPEED :
REPEAT :
(1-8) to select program
ENTER to adjust program
Press 2
VCR Operation with Timer Off or On
TROUBLESHOOTINGPAGE 26
Some quick
and easy tips
to fixing
problems
yourself.
Troubleshooting
Before Calling for Service
Please refer to this chart before calling for service. First, turn on the TV and VCR. Select appropriate
input for the TV to receive the video signal from the VCR. You will probably use the Antenna In connection to the TV. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until VCR indicator appears in the VCR front panel. If you have a cable box, turn
it on and select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR.
Operating Problems
Observed Condition
No power to the VCR.
Remote does not function.
No picture appears on TV screen
from any VCR function.
VCR features do not function.
VCR does not respond to remote
functions or VCR keys.
Possible Cause
Power cord is not connected.
Batteries are weak.
You are too far away from the
VCR.
Remote may be at an awkward
angle.
Source for TV is not selected
properly.
TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to TV.
VCR is locked up
Probable Solution
Connect power cord.
Replace with new batteries.
Move closer to the VCR.
Avoid holding the remote at
sharp angle.
Set INPUT source on TV to
Audio/Video In, or tune TV to
Channel 3 or 4, as appropriate.
Press TV/VCR on remote repeatedly to choose VCR mode. VCR
indicator appears in VCR front
panel.
Disconnect VCR power cord for
three (3) seconds. Reset clock
and other features as necessary.
Playing Tapes (Playback) Problems
Observed Condition
Tape will not rewind or fast
forward.
Mechanical sound is audible
during playback.
Tape playback does not appear
on TV screen.
Video “noise” (horizontal
streaks) appear during normal
tape playing.
VCR Status Display flickers
when using STILL video during
tape playback.
Possible Cause
Tape is fully rewound or is at
its end.
Note: This is normal operating
sound from internal
mechanisms.
Source for TV is not selected
properly.
TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to
TV.
Tape is a rental or was recorded
on another VCR.
Tape heads are dirty.
Tape tracking needs to be
adjusted while in slow-motion
playback.
Probable Solution
No action necessary.
No action necessary.
Set Input source on TV to
Audio/Video In, or tune TV to
Channel 3 or 4, as appropriate.
Press TV/VCR repeatedly to
choose VCR mode. VCR indicator
appears in VCR front panel.
Use TRACKING (
▼/▲) for manu-
al tracking adjustment while
tape is playing.
Clean video heads.
From STILL video mode, enable
slow-motion playback. Use
TRACKING (
▼/▲) to adjust
tracking for best picture. Return
to PLAY mode, then press PAUSE
for STILL video.
TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE 27
Some quick
and easy tips
to fixing problems yourself.
Troubleshooting
Recording Problems
Observed Condition
Camcorder image is not shown.
Camcorder image via A/V input
to VCR is not shown on TV
screen.
Timer recording is not possible.
TIMER indicator appears after
VCR is turned off.
Possible Cause
Camcorder is off.
VCR SOURCE is not set to AUX.
Clock in VCR is not set to
correct time.
VCR is on which disables timer.
Timer has been programmed
incorrectly.
TIMER indicator does not appear
after programming timer.
VCR is in Timer Recording mode.
Probable Solution
Turn camcorder on and operate
properly.
Use Channel Up/Down to select
AUX A/V input channel.
Set clock to correct time. See
CLOCK menu.
Turn VCR off to enable timer.
TIMER indicator appears in the
VCR front panel.
Reprogram Timer. See TIMER
menu.
Reprogram Timer and turn VCR
off to enable timer.
This is normal indication that
the VCR is in TIMER mode. If
needed, disable TIMER by
turning VCR on.
Channel Tuning Problems
Observed Condition
Some channels are skipped over
when using Channel Up/Down.
Picture and sound are weak or
missing.
Possible Cause
Those channels were deleted
with the CH. ADD/DEL option.
Antenna or cables are loose.
Wrong SOURCE option is being
used.
Probable Solution
Use CH. ADD/DEL to restore
channels. See SETUP Menu for
details.
Tighten connections or replace
cable.
Try all SOURCE options. See
SETUP menu for details.
Stereo Audio Record and/or Playback Problems
Observed Condition
Stereo is not present.
Possible Cause
TV is not Stereo-compatible.
Program is not in stereo format.
VCR A/V Out jacks are not con-
nected to TV A/V In jacks.
VCR Audio/Video Out is not
selected for viewing at the TV.
VCR AUDIO RECORD mode is set
to SAP or MONAURAL.
Probable Solution
No action is possible.
No action is possible.
Make A/V connections. Stereo is
available only via A/V output
from VCR.
Select AUX or A/V source as TV
input.
Set VCR AUDIO RECORD mode to
Stereo. See AUDIO Menu.
TROUBLESHOOTINGPAGE 28
Some quick
and easy tips
to fixing
problems
yourself.
Troubleshooting
Magnetic Field from Other Equipment
Keep the VCR and videotapes away from strong magnetic fields, such as those produced by a vacuum
cleaner, refrigerator, or air conditioner.
Video Head Cleaning
Your VCR automatically cleans the heads as it is used. However, after long periods of use, your video
heads may become clogged with accumulated dirt, causing distortion. When this occurs, use a do-ityourself wet-type head cleaning cassette available from your Zenith dealer.
Caution:
Do not use a dry-type head cleaning system. It may seriously damage the VCR and cassettes used in the
VCR. Snow, streaking in picture, and horizontal pulling indicate the need for professional video head
cleaning. See your Zenith approved service center for cleaning.
Cabinet Cleaning
Clean the outside surfaces of the VCR with a soft lint-free cloth as required. Use care not to scratch the
VCR during cleaning.
Moisture Condensation
Moisture condensation can occur:
• When the video recorder is moved from a cold
place to a warm place.
• Under extremely humid conditions
In locations where moisture condensation may
occur:
• Keep the power cord plugged into an AC outlet
and POWER On. This will help prevent condensation.
• When condensation has occurred, wait a few
hours for the VCR to dry before using it.
INDEX PAGE 29
Find what you
want quickly.
Index
FEATURE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PAGE
Audio Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Auto Channel Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 16
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5, 19
Ch. Add/Del. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 16
Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 14
Features Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-24
Language Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
SpeakEZ Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Timer Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Timer-Controlled Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-28
VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Watching TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER OR PLAYER
Welcome into the Zenith family! We believe that you will be pleased with your new Zenith Entertainment Machine. Please read this
warranty carefully, it is a “LIMITED WARRANTY” as defined under Federal Law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state within the U.S.A.
ZENITH’S RESPONSIBILITY
Service Labor During a period of 90 days from effective warranty date, Zenith will provide service labor by a Zenith authorized service center
when needed as determined by Zenith, as a result of manufacturing defects.
Parts New or remanufactured replacements for factory-defective parts will be supplied by a Zenith authorized service center for one year
from effective warranty date . Such replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period.
Not Covered This warranty covers manufacturing defects and does not cover installation, adjustment of customer controls in the home, installation
or repair of home antenna systems, cable converters or cable company-supplied equipment; it also does not cover damage due to misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of God or other causes beyond the control of Zenith. Any alteration of the product after manufactu re voids
this warranty in its entirety.
OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
Effective Warranty Date Warranty begins on the date of original consumer purchase. For your convenience, keep the dealer’s dated bill of sale or a delivery tick-
et as evidence of the purchase date.
Operating Guide Read your Operating Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer controls.
Carry-In Service The video product must be taken to a U.S. or Canadian Zenith authorized service center for warranty service and must be picked up by
the owner.
TV Set Performance It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the TV receiver with which the video product is used, and the associated antenna system,
in proper operating condition..
Important Product Registration—Please fill out and mail your Product Registration Card. It is imperative that Zenith know how to reach you
promptly if we should discover a safety problem that could affect you.
Warranty Service For warranty service information, contact any Zenith authorized service center. Parts and service labor that are Zenith’s responsibility
(see above) will be provided without charge. Other service is at the owner’s expense. If you have any problem in obtaining satisfactory
warranty service, call or write the Zenith Response Center. You must provide the model number, serial number and date of purchase or
date of original installation. Before you ask for warranty service, read “Maintenance And Troubleshooting” in your operating guide. You
might avoid a service call.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ZENITH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL,
INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT.
Zenith Electronics Corporation
Customer Service Department
1000 Milwaukee Avenue
Glenview, Illinois 60025-2493
Telephone: (847) 391-8752
Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central Time
Your Zenith Limited Warranty
ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Zenith Part No. 206-3389
1000 MILWAUKEE AVENUE GS# 3835RM0024G
GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS 60025-2493 Printed in Korea
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