Zenith VRA423C OPERATING GUIDE

Operating Guide and Warranty for your new Zenith Entertainment Machine
Model
VRA423C
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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
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Your product has been manufactured and tested with your safety in mind. However, improper use can result in poten­tial electrical shock or fire hazards. To avoid defeating the safeguards that have been built into your new product, please read and observe the following safety points when installing and using your new product, and save them for future reference.
Observing the simple precautions discussed in this section of the operating guide can help you get many years of enjoyment and safe operation from your new product.
1. Read Instructions
Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the product.
2. Follow Instructions
Follow all operating and use instructions.
3. Retain Instructions
Keep the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
4. Heed Warnings
Follow all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions.
5. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before clean­ing. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
6. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water – for example, near a bath tub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool.
7. Accessories
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, brack­et, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Transporting Product
Move product and cart combination with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
9. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the prod­uct manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
10. Ventilation
Slots and openings in the cabinet must not be blocked or covered. They are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation, and to protect from overheating. Never block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11. Power Sources
Operate this product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12. Line-Cord Polarization
This product is equipped with a polarized alternating­current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). As a safety feature this plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safe­ty purpose of the polarized plug.
13. Power-Cord Protection
Power-supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against volt­age surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code (U.S.A.), ANSI/NFPA 70 pro­vides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and require­ments for the grounding electrode.
15. Lightning
For added protection for this product (receiver) during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
16. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, take extreme care to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact, with them might be fatal.
17. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords, as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
18. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19. Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to danger­ous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qual­ified service personnel.
20. Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer ser­vicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
a. If the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into
the product.
c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by follow-
ing the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instruc­tions; improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
e. If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has
been damaged.
f. If the product exhibits a distinct change in perfor-
mance.
21. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
22. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this prod­uct, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper oper­ating condition.
23. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
Mount the product to a wall or ceiling only as recom­mended by the manufacturer.
24. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other prod­ucts (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
EXAMPLE OF GROUNDING ACCORDING TO
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE INSTRUCTIONS
Antenna Lead in Wire
Ground
Clamp
Antenna Discharge Unit (NEC Section 810-20)
Grounding Conductors
Electric Service
Equipment
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
Power Service Grounding Electrode System (NEC Art 250, Part H)
(NEC Section 810-21)
Ground Clamps
INSTALLATION PAGE 5
This page shows the features of your VCR.
VCR Features Chart
FEATURES
VCR Plus+ Recording System SpeakEZ Function 4-Heads (Special Video Effects) Full Load/Quick Start Auto Head Cleaner MTS Hi-Fi Stereo Audio System Front and Rear Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Remote Control MBR424 Auto/Manual Band Select Auto/Manual Channel Search 181 Channel Capability (CATV & TV) Record Speeds SP/EP Playback Speeds SP/LP/EP Auto Playback System Auto/Manual Digital Tracking Instant Recording Timer-Controlled Recording Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion Video (4-head VCR); Variable 1/10 to 1/32 Clear Pause/Still Video Real-Time Tape Counter Speed Search CM Skip English/Spanish/French Menus 1-Year, 8-Event Timer Message Center Front Panel Display Auto Clock Set System Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV)
VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
INSTALLATIONPAGE 6
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
AUX 1
Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections.
ANT
IN
OUT
TO TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
AUX 1
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.
Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections.
INSTALLATION PAGE 7
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
ANT
IN
OUT
TO TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
AUX 1
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO
VHF/UHF/CATV
ANT
IN
Back Panel of Typical TV
A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
Back Panel of Stereo VCR
ANT
IN
OUT
TO TV
VHF/UHF/CATV
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L
OUT
IN
OUT
CH3 CH4
IN
AUX 1
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 8
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 CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
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 symbol appears in the VCR’s front panel display. Press MENU on the remote to see the main menu.
VCR
TYPICAL ZENITH VCR
WALL
SWITCH
POWER
OUTLET
CH3 CH4
OR
play
f fwd
pause
ch
rew
ch
rec/itr
Tune
CH3 CH4
TV to
Ch.4
power
stop/eject
sp/ep
Tune TV to
Ch.3
AM
VCR
PM
INSTALLATION PAGE 9
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/CC to exit menu, or wait a few minutes and the VCR returns to normal operation.
Select SpeakEZ Function (ON/OFF)
(Optional) Explain with voice the VCR
menus on your screen by using the SpeakEZ option on the AUDIO menu. We recommend keeping this option ON. See the AUDIO Menu for details.
You must set the language to ENGLISH for SpeakEZ function.
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.
tv
dvd
cbl/
dbs
vcr
vcr+ sel
adj
rev fwd
power
play
stop
rew
f fwd
123
456
789
0
mute
program
cm skip
tv/vcr
tv/vcr
memorysp/ep
rec/itr
vol vol
ch
pause
menu
quit/cc
enter
123
456
789
0
menu
quit/cc
enter
ch
sel
Selects
VCR tuner
Chooses and
modifies options
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 10
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 AUX1 4 AUX2
SETUP MENU
Press NUMBER
(1, 2, 3, or 4) 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 AUX1 (or AUX2) 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 CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2
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 2.
INSTALLATION PAGE 11
Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR.
Before you operate your VCR
9
Select Other Menu Options
Your VCR automatically adjusts the clock to the current time. You can also select 1 for the Auto Clock Set on the CLOCK Menu.
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.
CLOCK MENU
AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
CLOCK MENU
Press number keys
QUIT = exit
AUTO CLOCK SET : SEARCHING
CLOCK MENU
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.
INSTALLATIONPAGE 12
Before you
can record
programs
with VCR
Plus+, you
must tell this
VCR the
PlusCode
channels for
your area.
Setup for VCR Plus+ recording
Example of Completed Worksheet
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Introduction
These PlusCode channels must be mapped to the active channels you found using AUTO PROGRAM on the SETUP menu. An example of channel mapping and a blank worksheet are provided for your convenience. Check the TV schedule in your local newspaper for the published PlusCodechannels.
Channel Mapping Your VCR
PREPARATION (Already Done)
See “Before You Operate Your VCR” section.
1. Set Date and Time for Clock.
2. Select Tuning Band for VCR.
3. Use Auto Channel to find channels.
PRELIMINARY STEPS
1. Turn on VCR, TV, and cable box (if used).
2. Select TV (or CATV) for SOURCE on SETUP menu.
3. Obtain listing of PlusCode channels.
CHANNEL MAPPING
1. Complete Channel Mapping Worksheet.
2. Press VCR+ on remote and follow all on-screen instructions.
Channel found
via Auto Channel
(TV Ch/Cable Ch)
Network or Station ID
Network or Station ID
Worksheet with Channels Found
via Auto Channel
Published
PlusCode
Channel
(VCR+ Ch)
TM
2 CBS 5 NBC 7 ABC
9WB 11 PBS 20 PBS 23 WFBT 26 WCIU 32 WFLD 38 WSNS 50 WPWR 60 HSN 66 WGBO
Channel found
via AutoChannel
(TV Ch/Cable Ch)
PlusCodes Ch.2:WBBM (CBS) 2 Ch.5:WMAQ (NBC) 5 Ch.7:WLS (ABC) 6 Ch.9:WGN (WB) 8 Ch.11:WTTW (PBS) 11 &19 Ch.20:WYCC (PBS) 20 Ch.26:WCIU (Ind.) 26 Ch.32:WFLD (Fox) 32 Ch.38:WCFC (Ind.) 3 Ch.44:WSNS (Tel.) 4 Ch.50:WPWR (UPN) 42 Ch.66:WGBO (Uni.) 46
Completed Worksheet for Channel Mapping
Published List of PlusCode
Channels
Published
PlusCode
Channel
(VCR+ Ch)
TM
22CBS 55NBC 76ABC
98WB 11 11 & 19PBS 20 20PBS 23 – –WFBT 26 26WCIU 32 32WFLD 38 4WSNS 50 42WPWR 60 – –HSN 66 46WGBO
CHANNELS, VCR PLUS+
TM
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