Zenith VRE4222, VRE4122 OPERATING GUIDE

Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty

Model Numbers | VRE4122 • VRE4222 | Video Cassette Recorders

© Copyright 2001, Zenith Electronics Corporation

Safety Precautions

WARNING

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.

This 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 enclo-

sure 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 product.

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.

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

CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOC ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

WARNING: Do not drop the tying band of the power cord into the unit. Doing so might cause a fire or an electrical shock. (See page 11.)

SERIAL NUMBER: The serial number is found on the back of this unit. This number is unique to this unit and not available to others. You should record requested information here and retain this guide as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model No. ___________________________

Serial No. ___________________________

REGULATORY INFORMATION: FCC Part 15

This product 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 product is operated in a residential installation. This product 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 product does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the product 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 product and receiver.

Connect the product 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.

FCC WARNING: This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.

FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for this product’s compliance is:

Zenith Electronics Corporation, 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA

Phone: 1-847-391-7000.

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

If you pour a cold liquid into a glass, water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of the glass. This is moisture condensation. Moisture condensation on the head drum, one of the most crucial parts of the unit, will cause damage to the tape. When the VCR is exposed to a rapid temperature change from cold to warm, some condensation will occur. Under this condition, connect the power cord to the AC line, press POWER on and allow at least two hours for the VCR to dry out.

IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances copyright law may apply to private in-home video taping of copyrighted materials.

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FEATURES CONTENTS

Auto Clock Set System

Energy Save Function

Easy Operations

MTS Hi-Fi Stereo

1Year/8 Event Timer with DAILY and WEEKLY Function

Auto Power and Playback Functions

Instant Timer Recording

Real-Time Tape Counter, Tape Remaining Time

Clean Still, Slow, Frame Advance, Commercial Skip

Auto Tracking Function/Auto Head Cleaner

Onscreen Display of Function

Trilingual Onscreen Programming (English/Spanish/French)

INTRODUCTION

Features/Contents/Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Important Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-5

PREPARATION

VCR Feature Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Connections for Your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8 Control Names and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13 Onscreen Display (OSD) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Setting the Onscreen Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Setting the Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Channel Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17-18 Viewing TV Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Video Cassette Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21

PLAYBACK

Normal Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23 Special Effects Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24-25

RECORDING

Normal Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-29 Instant Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Dubbing and Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EZ Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 VHS Hi-Fi Stereo System/MTS Broadcast . . . . . .33-34 Tape Counter Memory Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Editing a Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Operating Hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Video Head Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

RECORDING PLAYBACK PREPARATION INTRODUCTION

ACCESSORIES

Remote Control RF Coaxial Cable

power eject

menu

 

 

clear

 

ch/trk

 

 

adj

enter

 

adj

tv/vcr

 

 

sp/slp

 

ch/trk

 

 

stop

pause

a

rec/itr

rew

play

 

ff

 

 

 

cm skip

 

 

 

EZ review

Check to make sure that all accessories listed left have been included with your VCR.

Depending on your antenna system, you may need a different type of Combiner (Mixer) and Separator (Splitter). You can purchase them at most electronics stores. For further details, ask your nearest authorized service center.

INFORMATION ADDITIONAL

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INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important safeguards for you and your new product

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 that are built into your new product.

1.Read Instructions

All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2.Follow Instructions

All operating and use instructions should be followed.

3.Retain Instructions

The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

4.Heed Warnings

All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

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, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or 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

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

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 are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked 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

This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12.Grounding or Polarization

This product is equipped with a polarized alter- nating-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 replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

13.Power-Cord Protection

Power-supply cords should be routed 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.

PORTABLE CART WARNING

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (Cont’d)

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.

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

 

(NEC Section 810-21)

Equipment

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ground Clamps

 

 

 

Power Service Grounding

 

 

 

Electrode System

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

(NEC Art 250, Part H)

 

 

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, extreme care should be taken 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 following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an 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 performance.

21.Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or 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.Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION

VCR FEATURE CHART

This page shows the features of your VCR and the differences between the models.

FEATURES

VRE4222

VRE4122

4-Heads (Special Video Effects)

Yes

Yes

Full Load/Quick Start

Yes

Yes

Auto Head Cleaner

Yes

Yes

Audio System

MTS Hi-Fi Stereo

Monaural

Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks

Stereo

Monaural

Remote Control

Yes

Yes

Auto/Manual Band Select

Yes

Yes

Auto/Manual Channel Search

Yes

Yes

Channel Capability (CATV & TV)

181

181

Record Speeds SP/SLP

Yes

Yes

Playback Speeds SP/LP/SLP

Yes

Yes

Auto Playback System

Yes

Yes

Auto/Manual Digital Tracking

Yes

Yes

Instant Recording

Yes

Yes

Timer-Controlled Recording

Yes

Yes

Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust

Yes

Yes

Slow-Motion Video (4-head VCR)

Yes

Yes

 

Variable 1/10 to 1/32

Variable 1/10 to 1/32

Pause/Still Video

Clear

Clear

Real-Time Tape Counter

Yes

Yes

Visual Search

Yes

Yes

Logic Search

Yes

Yes

CM Skip

Yes

Yes

English/Spanish/French Menus

Yes

Yes

1-Year, 8-Event Timer

Yes

Yes

Message Center Front Panel Display

Yes

Yes

Easy Power On

Yes

Yes

Easy Review

Yes

Yes

Easy Information

Yes

Yes

Auto Clock Set System

Yes

Yes

Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV)

Yes

Yes

Energy Saving

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

1.Model VRE4222 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.

Yes = Feature is provided N/A = Feature is Not Available

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CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR VCR

CONNECTIONS WITHOUT A CABLE BOX

Turn off power or unplug VCR

Antenna

 

 

 

before making any connections.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Flat Wire

 

 

 

Back Panel of Stereo VCR

 

(300 ohm)

 

 

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

ANT.IN

 

300/75 ohm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Adaptor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

OR

 

 

 

IN

OUT

 

 

(Not provided)

 

 

 

LINE1(AUX1) IN

OUT

L

 

OR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VHF/UHF

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

/CATV

 

Cable TV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Back Panel of Typical TV

 

 

3

4

 

Wall Jack

 

VIDEO

CH.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

IN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VHF/UHF/CATV

 

 

 

 

 

 

OUT

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

R AUDIO L

VIDEO

ANT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

This cable is provided with your VCR.

CONNECTIONS WITH A CABLE BOX

PREPARATION

Back Panel of

Stereo VCR

LINE1(AUX1)

Back Panel of

Typical Cable Box

CH3 CH4

CABLE

OUT IN

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

R

 

 

ANT.IN

 

OUT

 

 

 

L

IN

OUT

VHF/UHF

/CATV

 

 

3 4

VIDEO CH.

Cable TV

Wall Jack

Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections.

Back Panel of Typical TV

IN

IN

 

 

 

VHF/UHF/CATV

OUT

OUT

ANT

R AUDIO L

VIDEO

IN

 

 

This cable is provided

with your VCR.I

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Zenith VRE4222, VRE4122 OPERATING GUIDE

CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR VCR (Cont’d)

AUDIO/VIDEO (A/V) CONNECTIONS TO TV

PREPARATION

Back Panel of Stereo VCR

AUDIO

 

 

 

R

 

 

 

.IN

LINE1(AUX1)

IN

OUT

 

 

 

VHF/UHF

 

 

 

L

 

IN

OUT

/CATV

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

VIDEO

CH.

 

 

 

Back Panel of Typical TV

OUT

OUT VHF/UHF/CATV

IN

IN

 

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

ANT

 

 

IN

Turn off power or unplug VCR before making

any connections.

A/V cables are not provided with VCR.

Back Panel of Monaural VCR

Back Panel of Typical Monaural TV

AUDIO VIDEO

OUT

ANT.IN

IN

 

LINE1(AUX1)

 

AUDIO

 

IN

OUT

VHF/UHF

 

/CATV

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

 

VIDEO

CH.

 

 

 

A/V cable is not provided with VCR.

VHF/UHF/CATV

ANT

IN

Note: If the back panel on your TV is different, refer to the TV's operating guide.

CONNECTIONS WITHOUT A CABLE BOX

Back Panel of Stereo VCR

Jack panel of Accessory

 

 

AUDIO

 

 

 

 

 

 

R

OUT

OUT

 

 

 

 

LINE1(AUX1)

IN

OUT

 

VHF/UHF

IN

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

L

R-AUDIO-L

VIDEO

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN

OUT

 

/CATV

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

4

 

 

 

VIDEO

CH.

 

 

 

 

 

A/V cables are 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.

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CONTROL NAMES AND LOCATIONS

FRONT

 

 

CASSETTE COMPARTMENT

PAUSE

 

 

Where the video cassette is inserted.

To put playback on still (page 24) or

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

to pause recording (page 26).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

POWER

 

 

 

 

 

 

To turn the VCR on and off.

 

 

 

REC/ITR

 

 

 

While plugged into an AC

 

 

 

To record normally (page 26) or to

 

outlet, the VCR consumes

 

 

 

activate Instant Timer Recording

 

2W of electrical power in

 

 

 

(page 30).

 

 

 

OFF condition.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

STOP/EJECT

 

INFRARED REMOTE SENSOR

 

To stop the tape.

 

Receives the signal from the

 

 

 

To eject the tape in the VCR.

 

infrared remote control.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

power

stop/eject

play

 

 

ch

 

CHANNEL (

D E

VCR Function Indicator Panel

/

)

 

To scan up or down through memorized channels (page 17) or to adjust manually the tape’s picture onscreen (page 22).

VIDEO IN/AUDIO IN (L/R) JACKS (LINE2)

Details are on the next page.

REW (Rewind)

To rewind the tape during the STOP mode or for fast reverse picture search (page 24).

Connect the audio/video output cable from an external unit (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR) to this terminal.

NOTE

To select an A/V input channel (LINE1 or 2), select the next highest or lowest channel programmed in the VCR with the CH/TRK (D/E).

PLAY

To play back a recorded tape (page 22).

FF (Fast Forward)

To advance the tape during the STOP mode or for fast forward picture search (page 24).

PREPARATION

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PREPARATION

CONTROL NAMES AND LOCATIONS (Cont’d)

INDICATOR PANEL

Cassette indicator TIMER indicator

Lights while a cassette is

 

 

inserted, and flashes while

 

 

 

TIMER

ejecting a cassette.

 

REC

 

 

 

 

 

Record indicator

 

 

VCR

AM

 

 

 

 

VCR indicator

Use TV/VCR on the remote control to turn this indicator ON or OFF. ON: for playback, VCR programming

or watching TV programs through the

VCR tuner

OFF: for watching TV programs through TV tuner

Clock/Tape operation indicator

HI — VCR is turned on. BYE — VCR is turned off.

AM indicator

(PM is not displayed)

Front Panel Display shows which VCR function you are using. For example, when you press SP/SLP, SP or SLP appears

to indicate the tape speed. As you change channels, the channel numbers appear. The current time shows even while the VCR is off.

Playback Messages

Err — Turn VCR On and OFF to erase “Err” message. If it is not erased, take VCR to an authorized repair center.

FF (Fast Forward) — Tape is advancing rapidly.

CUE — Tape is advancing rapidly in playback mode for visual search.

REV — Tape is reversing rapidly in playback mode for visual search.

PLAY — Tape is playing at normal playback speed.

REW (Rewind) — Tape is rewinding rapidly.

SLW — Tape is playing at slow-motion speed.

STILL — Playback is halted on one frame.

STOP — Tape rewind or playback is stopped.

Record Message

Err — Turn VCR On and OFF to erase “Err” message. If it is not erased, take VCR to an authorized repair center.

RECP — Record mode is halted.

SP or SLP — Displays the recording speed. REC — VCR is recording.

STOP — Recording is stopped.

Tuner Messages

L1 or L2 — Auxiliary channel is selected for viewing equipment connected to Audio/Video jacks on front or rear of the VCR.

ch _ — VCR is tuned to Channel _. HI — VCR is turned on.

BYE — VCR is turned off.

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CONTROL NAMES AND LOCATIONS (Cont’d)

 

REAR

 

 

ANTENNA INPUT CONNECTOR

 

 

 

 

 

Connect the VHF/UHF/CATV antenna to this terminal.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUDIO OUT (L/R) JACKS; Connect this terminal to the audio input terminal on an external unit (Audio System, TV/Monitor, Another VCR).

VIDEO OUT JACK; Connect this terminal to the video input terminal on an external unit (TV/Monitor, Another VCR).

AUDIO IN (L/R) JACKS; Connect the audio output cable from an external unit (Audio system, TV/Monitor, Another VCR) to this terminal.

VIDEO IN JACK; Connect the video output cable from an external unit (TV/Monitor, Another VCR) to this terminal.

NOTE

To select an A/V input channel (LINE1 or 2), select the next highest or lowest channel programmed in the VCR with the CH/TRK (D/E).

 

 

R

ANT.IN

 

 

 

LINE1(AUX1)

IN

OUT

 

 

L

 

IN

OUT

VHF/UHF

 

/CATV

 

 

3

4

 

 

VIDEO

 

WARNING : Do not drop the tying

VCR OUTPUT CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH

band of the power cord into the

Set this switch to channel 3 or 4.

unit. Doing so might cause a fire

 

 

or an electrical shock.

 

VHF/UHF/CATV ANTENNA OUTPUT CONNECTOR

POWER CORD

Connect this terminal to the VHF or UHF

Connect only to an AC 120V, 60Hz outlet.

antenna terminals on the back of a TV.

 

 

PREPARATION

SET POSITION OF THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH

3 4

Tune

 

 

 

 

 

TV to

 

CH.

Ch.3

OR

3 4

Tune

 

 

 

 

 

TV to

CH.

Ch.4

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 light appears in the VCR’s front panel display. Press MENU on the remote to see the main menu.

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PREPARATION

REMOTE CONTROL

The remote control is used for most of the operations and features of the VCR. Before proceeding, put batteries in the remote and become familiar with the buttons. Use only type AAA batteries. The maximum operating distance is about 25 feet.

The POWER, PLAY, PAUSE, FF, REW and REC/ITR buttons on the remote control unit perform the same functions as the corresponding buttons on the VCR. The remaining buttons are on the remote control unit only.

power

 

 

eject

menu

 

 

clear

 

ch/trk

 

 

adj

enter

 

adj

tv/vcr

 

 

sp/slp

 

ch/trk

 

 

stop

pause

a

rec/itr

rew

play

 

ff

 

 

 

cm skip

 

 

 

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EJECT

To eject the tape in the VCR (page 19).

CLEAR

Cancels a timer recording (page 29). Resets tape counter to 0:00:00 (page 35).

D E F G ARROWS

Move up, down, left, right one row, column, or selection (hold to repeat) (page 15, 16).

ENTER

Accesses the onscreen menu (page 15).

Displays functions on the TV screen. Switches among the clock, tape counter and tape remaining modes on the display (page 14, 35).

SP/SLP

Use to select recording speed (page 26).

CM SKIP

To fast forward picture search through 30 seconds of recording (page 25).

EZ REVIEW

Replays the specified segment twice.

NUMBER buttons

Use these buttons, numbered 0-9, to select a channel.

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