Zenith VRE4222, VRE4122 OPERATING GUIDE

© Copyright 2001, Zenith Electronics Corporation

Installation and Operating Guide | Warranty

Model Numbers | VRE4122 • VRE4222 | Video Cassette Recorders

Safety Precautions

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 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 mainte-

nance (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.

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: [phone].

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.

WARNING

2

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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.)

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

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.

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.

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. ___________________________

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CONTENTSFEATURES

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

• 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)

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.

ACCESSORIES

INTRODUCTION

PREPARATION PLAYBACK

RECORDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Remote Control RF Coaxial Cable

power

eject

menu clear

ch/trk

enter

adj

adj

sp / slptv / vcr

ch/trk

rec / itr

stop

pause a

rew play ff

cm skip

EZ review

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INTRODUCTION

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 alter­nating-current line plug (a plug having one
blade wider than the other). This plug will fit
into the power outlet only one way. This is a
safety feature. If you are unable to insert the
plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug.
If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your
electrician to 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

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.

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INTRODUCTION

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.

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 cabi-

net 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.



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

(NEC Section 810-21)



Ground Clamps

Power Service Grounding 
Electrode System 
(NEC Art 250, Part H)

VCR FEATURE CHART

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INTRODUCTION

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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PREPARATION

CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR VCR

Required connections for your VCR.

AUDIO

LINE1(AUX1)

R

L

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

ANT.IN

VIDEO

CH.

34

VHF/UHF

/CATV

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

AUDIO

LINE1(AUX1)

R

L

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

ANT.IN

VIDEO

CH.

34

VHF/UHF

/CATV

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.

Turn off power or unplug
VCR before making any
connections.

CONNECTIONS WITHOUT A CABLE BOX

CONNECTIONS WITH A CABLE BOX

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PREPARATION

CONNECTIONS FOR YOUR VCR (Cont’d)

Use A/V connections for a better picture.

AUDIO

LINE1(AUX1)

IN

OUT

ANT.IN

VIDEO

CH.

34

VHF/UHF

/CATV

AUDIO

LINE1(AUX1)

R

L

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

ANT.IN

VIDEO

CH.

34

VHF/UHF

/CATV

OUTINOUT

IN

R-AUDIO-L VIDEO

VHF/UHF/CATV

ANT

IN

Back Panel of Typical TV

ANT

IN

OUT

AUDIO VIDEO

IN

VHF/UHF/CATV

Back Panel of Typical Monaural TV

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

Back Panel of Stereo VCR

A/V cables are not provided with VCR.

Back Panel of Monaural VCR

A/V cable is not provided with VCR.

AUDIO

LINE1(AUX1)

R

L

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

ANT.IN

VIDEO

CH.

34

VHF/UHF

/CATV

Back Panel of Stereo VCR

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

R-AUDIO-L VIDEO

Jack panel of Accessory

A/V cables are not provided with VCR.

AUDIO/VIDEO (A/V) CONNECTIONS TO TV

CONNECTIONS WITHOUT A CABLE BOX

Turn off power
or unplug VCR
before making
any connections.

Turn off power
or unplug VCR
before making
any connections.

Accessory
Component:
Another VCR,
Camcorder,
Video Camera,
Satellite Receiver,
Laser Disc Player

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PREPARATION

CONTROL NAMES AND LOCATIONS

FRONT

POWER

To turn the VCR on and off.
While plugged into an AC
outlet, the VCR consumes
2W of electrical power in
OFF condition.

CASSETTE COMPARTMENT

Where the video cassette is inserted.

STOP/EJECT

To stop the tape.
To eject the tape in the VCR.

PLAY

To play back a recorded tape
(page 22).

REW (Rewind)

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

INFRARED REMOTE SENSOR

Receives the signal from the
infrared remote control.

CHANNEL (DD/EE)

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

VCR Function Indicator Panel

Details are on the next page.

REC/ITR

To record normally (page 26) or to
activate Instant Timer Recording
(page 30).

PAUSE

To put playback on still (page 24) or
to pause recording (page 26).

FF (Fast Forward)

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

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

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

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

(

DD/EE

).

power

stop/eject

ch

NOTE

play

rew

ff

pause

/

rec

itr

CONTROL NAMES AND LOCATIONS (Cont’d)

INDICATOR PANEL

Cassette indicator

Lights while a cassette is
inserted, and flashes while
ejecting a cassette.

Record indicator

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

REC

VCR

TIMER

AM

Clock/Tape operation indicator

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

TIMER indicator

AM indicator

(PM is not displayed)

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PREPARATION

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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PREPARATION

CONTROL NAMES AND LOCATIONS (Cont’d)

AUDIO

LINE1(AUX1)

R

L

IN

IN

OUT

OUT

ANT.IN

VIDEO

CH.

34

VHF/UHF

/CATV

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.

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 (

DD/EE

).

POWER CORD

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

VCR OUTPUT CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH

Set this switch to channel 3 or 4.

VHF/UHF/CATV ANTENNA OUTPUT CONNECTOR

Connect this terminal to the VHF or UHF
antenna terminals on the back of a TV.

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

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.

SET POSITION OF THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH

Tune
TV to

Ch.3

Tune
TV to

Ch.4

OR

CH.

34

CH.

34

NOTE

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).

DD EE FF GG

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.

12

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 per-
form the same functions as the corresponding buttons on the VCR. The remaining buttons are
on the remote control unit only.

eject

power

menu clear

sp / slptv / vcr

stop

rew play ff

cm skip

EZ review

pause a

rec / itr

ch/trk

adj

enter

ch/trk

adj

eject

power

menu clear

sp / slptv / vcr

stop

rew play ff

cm skip

EZ review

pause a

rec / itr

ch/trk

adj

enter

ch/trk

adj

MENU

Displays the programming menu on the TV screen.
Quits the current screen or Pop-up, or returns to the
currently tuned channel (page 15, 17).

CH/TRK(channel/tracking) (

DD/EE

)

• To scan up or down through memorized channels (page 17).
To select the LINE1(or 2) channel, select the next highest or
lowest channel programmed in the VCR with these buttons.

• To adjust manually the tape’s picture onscreen (page 22).

TV/VCR

To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by the TV
tuner (page 11, 26).

STOP

To stop playback or recording (page 22, 26).

13

PREPARATION

Aim the remote control at the sensor on the front panel of the VCR.

• The remote control will not operate properly if something

comes between the VCR and the remote control.

• If the range is short, try new batteries.

• An object between the VCR and remote control may block the

invisible light beam and operation will be impossible.

• Batteries installed backwards may leak and damage your

Remote Control.

• Do not mix old and new batteries or carbon types with alkaline

types.

• Remove the batteries from the battery compartment if the

remote control will not be used for a long time.

HOW TO INSTALL THE BATTERIES

OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL

AAA

AAA

1

Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of arrow.

2 Insert 2 “AAA”-size batteries in the correct direction.

3 Replace the cover.

REMOTE CONTROL (Cont’d)

NOTES

REM 1:58

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PREPARATION

ONSCREEN DISPLAY (OSD)

PREPARATION

• Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV.

• Be sure the TV is set to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4).

• If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the

VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO.

Some of these functions will be displayed every time the VCR is
operated.

ONSCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAYS

0:35:40

2:15 PM

STOP CH 4
SP STEREO

JUL 5 , THU 2:15 PM

• The function displays can be seen displayed on the TV screen

for 5 seconds.

• The clock (or tape counter, tape remaining) mode will remain
on the screen until you press ENTER.

• The tape counter and the remaining tape length indicator
appear only when a cassette is inserted. Also, the remaining
tape length indicator appears after any tape operation.

PLAY HI-FI CH 4
SP STEREO

JUL 5 , THU 2:15 PM

FUNCTION DISPLAY

Indicates the function in progress.

HI-FI DISPLAY

Indicates the unit is playing back a tape recorded in HI-FI.

CHANNEL DISPLAY

Indicates the selected channel (or LINE1, LINE2).
STEREO/SAP DISPLAY (MONO is not displayed)

Shows the type of audio signal received by the VCR tuner.

TAPE SPEED DISPLAY

Shows the current tape speed.

CLOCK/COUNT/REMAIN DISPLAY

Shows the current time, the tape counter and remaining time
on the tape.

DATE DISPLAY

Shows the current date. (Month/Day/Day of the week format)

Each press of the ENTER changes the TV screen in the follow­ing sequence.

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ch/trk

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PREPARATION

SETTING THE ONSCREEN DISPLAY

The SETUP, clock setting, and timer recordings are accessed
conveniently with Onscreen Menu Displays that lead you
through each step. The following pages describe the Onscreen
selections to be set.

PREPARATION

• Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV.

• Be sure the TV is set to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4).

• If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the

VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO.

Your VCR allows remote control adjustment of several features.

CLOCK SET (page 20-21)

PROGRAM (page 27-29)

TUNING (page 17-18)

SETUP (page 16)

MENU SELECTION

MAIN MENU

MONTH: JANUARY

DAY :  1 MON
YEAR :  2001
TIME :  12 : 00 AM

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

AUTO CLOCK SET : ON
DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO
TIME ZONE: AUTO

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ENTER

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

PROGRAM 1

MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP : 
CHANNEL:
SPEED : 
REPEAT :

AUTO CHANNEL SET

TUNING BAND:  TV
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD
SOURCE SELECT: TUNER

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

FUNCTION OSD : ON

LANGUAGE SELECT:ENGLISH
AUDIO MODE: HI-FI
BROADCAST TYPE: STEREO
AUDIO OUTPUT: STEREO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.

2 Select the desired menu with the

DD

or EEbutton and then

press ENTER.

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• The display stays on the screen for 3 minutes.

NOTE

16

PREPARATION

SETTING THE SETUP MENU

MAIN MENU

SETUP MENU

Press DDor EEto choose a
desired option on the
SETUP menu. Then press

FF

or GGto choose a

desired setting.

The onscreen display of this VCR can be turned on or off.

The onscreen programming of this VCR can display in either
English, Spanish, or French.

The VCR has two separate audio playback systems, the high quality
VHS Hi-Fi system and standard NORMAL mono system. The same
audio is generally recorded on both systems. The VHS Hi-Fi system
plays on separate (left and right) channels, and the NORMAL system
plays monaural sound. The normal track is always played so the cas­sette can be played on a VCR that does not have VHS Hi-Fi.

Multichannel Television Sound (MTS) carries stereo and/or
Second Audio Program (SAP) bilingual signals. Set this display
to the desired position when both MTS stereo and SAP signals
are received. When only one of the MTS signal is received, the
VCR automatically selects the corresponding receiving mode
(Stereo or SAP) regardless of the selected position.
For normal operation, the display should be in the STEREO posi­tion. The VCR will then record a STEREO program when available,
and record a mono program IF the program NOT IN STEREO.

• For weak STEREO and/or SAP broadcasting, changing the

display to mono may give clearer sound.

Used during playback [when AUDIO MODE display (HI-FI/NOR­MAL) is in HI-FI position] for selecting the audio output signals from
the AUDIO OUT terminals (L ch and R ch), and VHF/UHF/CATV.
This display setting should normally be left in the stereo position,
so that when a stereo tape is played, the stereo sound will be
heard through the left and right channels. If a mono tape is
played and the audio output is set to stereo, the same mono
sound will be heard from both left and right channels.

AUDIO OUTPUT DISPLAY (STEREO/LEFT/RIGHT)

BROADCAST TYPE DISPLAY (STEREO/SAP/MONO)

AUDIO MODE DISPLAY

LANGUAGE SELECT

FUNCTION OSD

Use the AUDIO MODE option to select HI-FI or NORMAL by
pressing

FF

or GG.

Use the BROADCAST TYPE option to select STEREO, SAP,
or MONO by pressing

FF

or GG.

Use the AUDIO OUTPUT option to select STEREO, LEFT, or
RIGHT by pressing

FF

or GG.

Use the LANGUAGE SELECT option to select ENGLISH,
SPANISH, or FRENCH by pressing

FF

or GG.

Use the FUNCTION OSD option to select ON or OFF by press­ing

FF

or GG.

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

FUNCTION OSD : ON

LANGUAGE SELECT:ENGLISH
AUDIO MODE: HI-FI
BROADCAST TYPE: STEREO
AUDIO OUTPUT: STEREO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ENTER

ADJUST

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PREPARATION

This VCR is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capa­ble of receiving up to 181 channels. These include VHF chan­nels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and CATV channels 1-125.

PREPARATION

• Connect the VCR to the desired type of antenna or cable TV

system, as shown in ANTENNA TO VCR CONNECTIONS and
CABLE ANTENNA (CATV) CONNECTION (page 7).

• Switch on the power to the VCR and TV.

• Tune the TV to the VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4).

Press

FF

or GGrepeatedly to select TUNER, LINE1 or LINE2.

The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels
in the area and place them in the tuner’s memory.

Use CH/TRK (

DD/EE

) or CH (▲/▼) on the front panel to cycle the

VCR through the channels in memory.

AUTO CHANNEL PROGRAMMING

CHANNEL SELECTION

1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.

2 Press

DD

or EEto select the TUNING menu, then press

ENTER. The TUNING menu will appear.

3 Press

EE

to choose the SOURCE SELECT option, then press

FF

or GGto select TUNER.

4 Press

DD

or EEto choose the AUTO CHANNEL SET option,

then press

FF

or GGto start the channel search.

5 Select the TUNING BAND: TV or CATV.

TV is for over the air antenna reception.
CATV is for cable or wireless cable subscribers.

Press

DD

or EEto choose the TUNING BAND option, then

press

FF

or GGto select TV or CATV.

6 Press MENU to return to the TV screen.

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CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

AUTO CHANNEL SET

TUNING BAND:  TV
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD
SOURCE SELECT: TUNER

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

AUTO CHANNEL SET
TUNING BAND:  TV
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD

SOURCE SELECT: TUNER

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

AUTO CHANNEL SET

TUNING BAND:  TV
CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD
SOURCE SELECT: TUNER

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

AUTO CHANNEL SET
PROCEEDING



CHANNEL 13

ENTER

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

AUTO CHANNEL SET

TUNING BAND:  TV

CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD
SOURCE SELECT: TUNER

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

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PREPARATION

CHANNEL SELECTION (Cont’d)

You don’t need to disconnect the VCR from the TV to watch TV
separately. When the VCR’s power is OFF, or when the VCR’s
power is ON and the TV/VCR selector is set to TV, the TV will
operate as if it were connected directly to the antenna or cable.

• The power cord must be plugged into an AC outlet.

• To view or record cable TV programs with the VCR, the VCR’s

TUNING BAND option must be set to CATV (TUNING menu).

• Do not place the VCR directly on top of the TV. This may

cause interference in the picture and sound (of the VCR) dur­ing the recording or playback mode. If this interference
occurs, locate the VCR away from the TV.

Turn on the TV and tune it to the
channel that you wish to watch.

Set POWER to OFF.

This feature allows you to add or erase channels from memory
manually.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 to add or erase channels.

TO ADD OR ERASE CHANNELS FROM MEMORY

VIEWING TV ONLY

MAIN MENU

TUNING MENU

1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.

2 Press

DD

or EEto select the TUNING menu, then press

ENTER. The TUNING menu will appear.

3 Press

EE

to choose the CH. ADD/DEL option. Press FFor

GG

to select a channel to add or erase.

4 Press ENTER to add or erase the channel.

5 Press MENU to return to the TV screen.

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ENTER

AUTO CHANNEL SET
TUNING BAND:  TV

CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD

SOURCE SELECT: TUNER

ADD/DELETE

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

power

stop/eject

ch

NOTES

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PREPARATION

VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES

This VCR will operate with any video cassette which has
the mark. The table below shows the recording/playback
time of VHS cassettes when they are used in the SP, LP and
SLP speeds. (LP speed is for playback only.)

• Do not expose video cassettes to extreme heat, high humidi-

ty, or strong magnetic fields.

• Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism.

• Do not touch the tape with your fingers.

• Always store an unused cassette in its case.

Hold the cassette with the arrow side up (top). Insert the
cassette gently into the slot in the direction of the arrow (on the
cassette) until the loading mechanism automatically pulls the
cassette into the unit. Make certain that the cassette is inserted
correctly.

• If the cassette is not loaded correctly, the VCR will eject the

cassette automatically after approximately 3 seconds.

Press STOP/EJECT twice or press EJECT on the remote con­trol. The cassette will be ejected automatically. After the cassette
is visible in the tape slot, pull it out to remove it.

• Unloading the cassette is possible only when the power cord

is connected to the wall outlet.

• The cassette can be ejected when STOP/EJECT is pressed,

even if the VCR’s power is OFF.

UNLOADING

LOADING

WHEN HANDLING VIDEO CASSETTES

TYPE

T-60 T-120 T-160

SPEED

SP MODE 60 mins. 120 mins. 160 mins.

LP MODE 120 mins. 240 mins. 320 mins.

SLP MODE 180 mins. 360 mins. 480 mins.

To prevent accidental era­sure, remove the tab after
recording.

To record again cover the
hole with vinyl tape.

SAFETY TAB

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PREPARATION

SETTING THE CLOCK

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PREPARATION

• Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV.

• Be sure the TV is set to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4).

• If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the

VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO.

The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto
Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the
VCR to set up the clock when the VCR is turned off.

The Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory. In the ON
setting, the VCR looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended
Data Services) information. XDS updates the clock using the
Coordinated Universal Time.

If you choose AUTO, the VCR sets the clock using the DST infor­mation broadcast in the signal (channel).
If you choose ON, the VCR sets the clock when the Daylight
Saving Time is started and ended.

If “AUTO” is selected as the time zone, the VCR sets the clock
using the first Coordinated Universal Time information it finds in
a broadcast signal.

AUTO CLOCK SET

• The clock uses the 12-hour system. (Be sure to set AM and

PM correctly.)

• The buttons for setting the clock are on the remote control.

• An illogical date will not be accepted (for example:

February 30).

• The initial Clock Setting is JANUARY 1, 2001, 12:00 AM.

MAIN MENU

CLOCK MENU

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ENTER

1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.

2 Press

DD

or EEto choose the CLOCK menu.

Press ENTER and the CLOCK menu will appear.

3 Press

EE

to choose the AUTO CLOCK SET option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose ON.

6 Press MENU when finished.

7 Turn off the VCR and the auto clock setting works.

Things to know before starting

There are cases that TV
station does not send or
sends wrong date and/or
time information and VCR
sets the incorrect time
accordingly.
In this case we recommend
that you set the clock
manually.

4 Press

EE

to choose the DAYLIGHT SAVING option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose AUTO, ON or OFF.

5

PressEEto choose the TIME ZONE option.
Press

FF

or GGto choose the correct time zone (AUTO, EASTERN,

CENTRAL, MOUNTAIN, PACIFIC, ALASKA or HAWAII).

MONTH:  JANUARY
DAY : 1 MON
YEAR : 2001

TIME : 12 : 00 AM

AUTO CLOCK SET : ON

DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO
TIME ZONE: AUTO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

MONTH:  JANUARY

DAY : 1 MON

YEAR : 2001

TIME : 12 : 00 AM
AUTO CLOCK SET : ON

DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO

TIME ZONE: AUTO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

MONTH:  JANUARY

DAY : 1 MON

YEAR : 2001

TIME : 12 : 00 AM
AUTO CLOCK SET : ON
DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO

TIME ZONE: AUTO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

NOTE

SETTING THE CLOCK (Cont’d)

21

PREPARATION

CLOCK MENU

Example: July 5, 2001 ; 2:15 AM

The day of the week will display automatically.

The “AUTO CLOCK SET” must be set to “OFF”. If set to “ON”,
an incorrect date and/or time will be entered again when the
VCR is turned off.

MANUAL CLOCK SET

MONTH:  JANUARY

DAY : 1 MON
YEAR : 2001
TIME : 12 : 00 AM

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

AUTO CLOCK SET : ON
DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO
TIME ZONE: AUTO

1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.

2 Press

DD

or EEto choose the CLOCK menu.

Press ENTER and the CLOCK menu will appear.

3 Press

FF

or GGto choose the month.

4 Press

EE

to choose the DAY option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the day.

5 Press

EE

to choose the YEAR option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the year.

6 Press

EE

to choose the TIME option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the time.

7 Press

EE

to choose the DAYLIGHT SAVING option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the ON or OFF.

8 Press MENU when finished.

MAIN MENU

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ENTER

MONTH:  JULY

DAY : 5 THU

YEAR : 2001

TIME : 12 : 00 AM
AUTO CLOCK SET : OFF
DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO
TIME ZONE: AUTO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

MONTH:  JULY

DAY : 5 THU

YEAR : 2001

TIME : 12 : 00 AM
AUTO CLOCK SET : OFF
DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO
TIME ZONE: AUTO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

MONTH:  JULY

DAY : 5 THU

YEAR : 2001

TIME : 2 : 15 AM

AUTO CLOCK SET : OFF
DAYLIGHT SAVING:AUTO
TIME ZONE: AUTO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

MONTH: JULY

DAY : 5 THU

YEAR : 2001

TIME : 2 : 15 AM
AUTO CLOCK SET : OFF

DAYLIGHT SAVING: ON

TIME ZONE: AUTO

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

NOTE

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PLAYBACK

NORMAL PLAYBACK

PREPARATION

• Turn on the TV.

• Be sure the TV is set to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4).

• If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the

VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO.

The indicator will light and the VCR will power-up
automatically.

• Make sure that the TIMER indicator in the VCR indicator panel
is not lighted. If it is, press POWER once.

• If a tape without a safety tab is inserted the unit will start the
playback automatically.

PLAY appears in the VCR indicator panel and TV screen.

• It is not necessary to select the tape speed for playback. It will
be automatically selected by the VCR.

• In playback, the TV/VCR selector switches to VCR mode
automatically.

STOP appears in the VCR indicator panel and TV screen.

• If the tape reaches the end before STOP is pressed, the VCR
will automatically stop, rewind, eject, and it will turn itself off.

AUTO TRACKING

The automatic tracking function adjusts the picture to remove
snow or streaks.
The AUTO TRACKING function works in the following cases:

• A tape is played back for the first time.

• Tape speed (SP, LP, SLP) changes.

• Streaks or snow appear because of scratches on the tape.

MANUAL TRACKING

If noise appears on the screen during playback, press either

CH/TRK (

DD/EE

) on the remote control or CH (DD/EE) on the front

panel until the noise on the screen is reduced.

• In case of vertical jitter, adjust these controls very carefully.

• Tracking is automatically reset to normal when the tape is

ejected or the power cord is unplugged for more than 3
seconds.

TRACKING CONTROL

NORMAL PLAYBACK

1 Insert a prerecorded video cassette.

2 Press PLAY once.

3 Press STOP to stop playback.

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PLAYBACK

NORMAL PLAYBACK (Cont’d)

This VCR features full automatic playback and rewind.
Load a cassette (with the safety tab removed).

• The power turns on automatically and playback begins.

• At the end of the tape, the VCR stops, then rewinds.

• The cassette is ejected after rewinding and the VCR turns itself off automatically.

This feature is especially helpful when you finish watching a tape. Press STOP, REW, and

POWER. The VCR will rewind the tape and turn itself off automatically.

1. Press STOP when you finish watching a tape.

2. Press REW to rewind the tape.

3. Press POWER during the REWIND mode, the VCR will enter the AUTO POWER SHUT-

OFF mode.

4. REW will flash on the VCR indicator panel.

5. After tape is rewound, VCR will turn off automatically.

AUTO POWER SHUT-OFF FUNCTION

AUTO PLAY SYSTEM

LOAD

TAPE

AUTO

REWIND

AUTO

POWER

OFF

AUTO

EJECT

AUTO

PLAY

power

rew

stop

REWIND

AUTO

POWER

OFF

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PLAYBACK

SPECIAL EFFECTS PLAYBACK

These special effects are available during playback.

During PLAYBACK mode...

Still picture will appear on the TV screen.

• If a still picture vibrates vertically, stabilize it by pressing
CH/TRK (DD/EE) on the remote control.

• If the VCR is left in the STILL mode for more than 5 minutes,
the VCR will automatically enter the STOP mode to
protect the tape and video heads.

This function lets you quickly and visually search for a desired
tape section in either direction: forward and reverse.

During PLAYBACK mode...

The VCR will be activated in the SEARCH mode and CUE or
REV will appear on the VCR indicator panel.

• If the VCR is left in the SEARCH mode for more than 3 min­utes, the VCR will automatically enter the PLAY mode, to
protect the tape and video heads.

The VCR must be in the STOP Mode.

Visual search (Cue/Review) begins so you can check what is on
the tape.

• The CUE or REVIEW mode will continue until the FF or REW
button is released.

LOGIC SEARCH FUNCTION

VISUAL SEARCH FUNCTION

TO WATCH A STILL (or Frame Advance) PICTURE

1 Press PAUSE.

3 To continue normal playback, press PLAY.

1 Press desired search button (FF or REW).

2 To continue normal playback, press PLAY.

2 Press PAUSE repeatedly to advance the video picture one

frame at a time while viewing a still picture.

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1 Press FF or REW once. Fast winding begins.

2 Press and hold FF or REW again.

3 When released, Fast Forward or Rewinding resumes.

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PLAYBACK

SPECIAL EFFECTS PLAYBACK (Cont’d)

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SPECIAL EFFECTS PLAYBACK NOTES:

• Horizontal lines (noise bars) will appear on the TV screen.

This is normal.

• The audio is automatically muted during special effect

modes, so there is no sound during search.

• During the high-speed picture search modes, a short period is

needed to stabilize tape speed when re-entering the PLAY
mode. Slight interference may be observed during this period.

During STILL mode...

The tape will be played back at a speed 1/19 times slower than
the normal speed.

• During slow playback, CH/TRK (

DD/EE

) on the Remote Control

can be used to minimize noise bands.

• When the slow mode continues for more than 30 seconds,

the VCR will automatically change to PLAYBACK mode.

This is useful for skipping commercials or short program
segments.

During PLAYBACK mode...

The tape will fast forward picture search through 30 seconds of
recording.
The skipping time can be extended by pressing CM SKIP.
Subsequent presses result in advancing the fast forward picture
search time by 30-second increments (maximum 3 minutes).

CM SKIP (Commercial Skip)

USING THE SLOW MOTION FEATURE

1 Press CM SKIP.

2 When the search is complete, the VCR will go into PLAY-

BACK mode automatically.

1 While in still video mode, press FF or REW.

2 Press FF or REW to control slow speed during slow motion.

3 Press PLAY to return to normal playback speed or press

STOP to stop tape movement.

NORMAL RECORDING

PREPARATION

• Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV.

• Be sure the TV is set to the VCR Output Channel (CH 3 or 4).

• If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the

VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO.

• If you are recording from another source via audio/video input
jacks (at the Rear or Front panel), select the LINE1 or LINE2
by pressing CH/TRK (▲/▼).

• This VCR is not designed to record in LP mode.

Recording will start. (REC will appear)

• If a cassette with no safety tab is loaded, the cassette will be
ejected automatically.

• If the tape reaches the end before STOP is pressed, the VCR
will automatically stop, rewind, eject, and turn itself off.

During the RECORDING mode...

The RECP will show on the VCR indicator panel.

• After 5 minutes in pause mode, the tape will be stopped
automatically to protect the tape and the video heads.

The VCR indicator disappears.

To record one TV program while watching another

To PAUSE the recording

1 Insert the video cassette with the safety tab in place.

2 Select the desired channel by using CH/TRK (▲/▼).

3 Set the desired speed (SP or SLP) by pressing SP/SLP.

4 Set the MTS mode as desired (See page 16, 34).

5 Press REC/ITR once.

6 Press STOP to stop recording.

1 Press PAUSE to pause the tape.

2 When you want to continue recording, press PAUSE again

or press REC/ITR.

Always use PAUSE for
best results when making
changes during recording.
For example: To change
channels during recording,
first press PAUSE to put
the unit in pause mode.
Then select the desired
channel on the VCR, and
press PAUSE again to
resume recording.

1 Press TV/VCR to select the TV mode during recording.

2 Using the TV, select the channel to be viewed.

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RECORDING

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RECORDING

TIMER RECORDING

This VCR can be programmed to record up to 8 programs with­in a period of 1 year. For unattended recording, the timer needs
to know the channels to be recorded and the starting and end­ing times.

PREPARATION

• Turn on the power of both the VCR and the TV.

• Be sure the TV is set to the VCR output channel (3 or 4).

• Make sure the TUNING BAND in the TUNING menu is set

appropriately (TV or CATV) (see illustration left).

The PROGRAM menu will appear.

• If all programs have already been entered, FULLY PRO-

GRAMMED message will appear for a moment and then
PROGRAM 1 will appear on the TV screen.

Example JULY

• If you try to set the program timer before setting the clock,

PLEASE SET THE CLOCK appears for a moment and then
CLOCK menu appears on the TV screen. Set the time and
date before proceeding.

• The display contents will be automatically replaced by TV

programs after 3 minutes.

• Make sure a tape is in the VCR and the safety tab is in place

or the tape will be automatically ejected.

MAIN MENU

TUNING MENU

1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.

2 Press

DD

or EEto choose the PROGRAM menu.

3 Press ENTER to enter the PROGRAM menu.

4 Press

FF

or GGto choose the PROGRAM No. (1-8).

5 Press

EE

to choose the MONTH option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the desired month.

Things to know before starting

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AUTO CHANNEL SET

TUNING BAND:  TV

CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD
SOURCE SELECT: TUNER

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

PROGRAM 1

MONTH :
DAY :
START :
STOP : 
CHANNEL:
SPEED : 
REPEAT :

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

PROGRAM 1

MONTH :JULY

DAY :
START :
STOP : 
CHANNEL:
SPEED : 
REPEAT :

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ENTER

ADJUST

ADJUST

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RECORDING

TIMER RECORDING (Cont’d)

Example: 6 FRI

Example: 6:00 PM

Example: 7:30 PM

Example CH 4
Cable Users: If you have CABLE TV and used the Cable Box

setup on the Cable Connections (page 7) using a cable box con­verter, you must tune the VCR to the cable box output channel
(usually CH 3 or 4). Change channels with the cable box instead
of the VCR.

Example SP

• The AUTO mode determines how much tape is left and

switches speed from SP to SLP, if necessary, to complete
recording the program. There will be some picture and sound
distortion at the point of the speed change.

Example: ONCE

If the input data is wrong, press

DD

to select the data and

correct it by pressing

FF

or GG.

ONCE event....for recording up to 8 programs on a single day

or over the days within a period of 1 year.

WEEKLY event....for recording up to 8 programs on a certain

day of every week.

DAILY event....for recording up to 8 programs at the same

time(s) Monday through Friday.

6 Press

EE

to choose the DAY option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the desired day.

7 Press

EE

to choose the START option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the desired start time.

8 Press

EE

to choose the STOP option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the desired stop time.

9 Press

EE

to choose the CHANNEL option.

Press

FF

or GGto choose the desired channel (Channel XX,

LINE1 or LINE2).

10

PressEEto choose the SPEED option.
Press

FF

or GGto choose the desired tape speed (AUTO,

SP, or SLP).

11

PressEEto choose the REPEAT option.
Press

FF

or GGto choose the desired repeat (ONCE,

WEEKLY, or DAILY).

PROGRAM 1
MONTH :JULY

DAY : 6 FRI

START :
STOP : 
CHANNEL:
SPEED : 
REPEAT :

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

PROGRAM 1
MONTH :JULY
DAY : 6 FRI

START : 6:00 PM

STOP : 
CHANNEL:
SPEED : 
REPEAT :

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

PROGRAM 1
MONTH :JULY
DAY : 6 FRI
START : 6:00 PM

STOP :  7:30 PM

CHANNEL:
SPEED : 
REPEAT :

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

PROGRAM 1
MONTH :JULY
DAY : 6 FRI
START : 6:00 PM
STOP :  7:30 PM

CHANNEL:4 TV

SPEED : AUTO
REPEAT : ONCE

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

PROGRAM 1
MONTH :JULY
DAY : 6 FRI
START : 6:00 PM
STOP :  7:30 PM
CHANNEL:4 TV

SPEED : SP

REPEAT : ONCE

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

ADJUST

PROGRAM 1
MONTH :JULY
DAY : 6 FRI
START : 6:00 PM
STOP :  7:30 PM
CHANNEL:4 TV
SPEED : SP

REPEAT : ONCE

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

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RECORDING

TIMER RECORDING (Cont’d)

• If the program preset time is past, the PAST TIME PRO-

GRAMMED message will appear on the TV screen. Return to
the incorrect program and program it with the correct time.

• If you had entered a past date, the timer recording will be per-

formed on that date of the next year.

• Additional programs may be entered by repeating steps 1-12.

Cable Users: If your cable hookup is via a TV converter box, you

can program multiple recordings only on the converter box out­put channel. This is because the converter determines what
channel you view through your VCR.

You can clear the timer recording by pressing POWER
during timer recording.

Programming can be checked whenever the VCR is turned on.

If the recording start and end times of preset programs overlap
on the same day (see the example and diagram left), program
number 2 will not be recorded until program number 1 is finished.

The first part of program number 2 will not be recorded. The
same thing will happen to program number 3.

PROGRAM PRIORITY

CHECKING (ERASING) THE TIMER PROGRAM

3

The VCR must be off for a timer recording to take place!

1 Press MENU and the MAIN menu will appear.

2 Press

DD

or EEto choose the PROGRAM menu.

Press ENTER and the PROGRAM menu will appear.

3 Press

FF

or GGto select a program you want to check or

erase. If you want to erase the program, press CLEAR.

4 Press MENU to return to the TV screen.

12 Press MENU, the program will be memorized by the VCR.

MAIN MENU

PROGRAM MENU

If you are finished programming and you want to set the VCR
to record the programs you have entered. A) MAKE SURE

YOU HAVE INSERTED A TAPE INTO THE VCR. B) YOU
MUST TURN OFF THE VCR BEFORE IT WILL RECORD
ANY TIMER PROGRAMS. (TIMER indicator lights). The

VCR is now set to record the preset programs.

If the power fails or the
VCR is unplugged from
the AC outlet, the correct
clock time and timer set­tings are kept in memory
for approximately 3 sec­onds. After 3 seconds,
the clock and program
timer must be reset
when power is restored.
Reset time according to
instructions.

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ENTER

PROGRAM 1

MONTH : JULY
DAY : 6 FRI
START : 6:00 PM
STOP :  7:30 PM
CHANNEL:4 TV
SPEED : SP
REPEAT : ONCE





TO ERASE PRESS
TO EXIT PRESS

7:00 PM 8:00 PM 9:00 PM 10:00 PM

Prog No. 1

Prog No. 2

Prog No.

These portions will
not be recorded.

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RECORDING

INSTANT TIMER RECORDING

0H30M 1H00M 1H30M

0H00M 9H00M 8H30M

Length Display

(each press increases

recording by 30 minutes)

INSTANT TIMER RECORD

MENU

INSTANT TIMER RECORD

CHANNEL 2
SPEED SP

START NOW
LENGTH 0H30M

Instant Timer Recording allows you to make a recording easily of
a preset length without using the program timer.

PREPARATION

• Turn on the power of both the VCR and the TV.

• Be sure the TV is set to the VCR output channel (3 or 4).

• If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the

VCR and the TV, set the TV’s source selector to VIDEO.

The channel number appears on the TV screen and indicator panel.

• If you are recording from another source via audio/video input
jacks (at the Rear or Front panel), select the LINE1 or LINE2.

The tape speed will appear on the TV screen and indicator panel.

The menu as illustrated, will appear on the TV screen.
Recording will start (The TIMER indicator will light).

At the end of recording the display will read 0H00, the VCR will
stop recording and shut off.

• During Instant Timer Recording, changing the channel on the
VCR will not be possible.

• You can stop the recording by pressing STOP.

Press REC/ITR once to check the recording time. The recalled
setting will automatically return to the TV screen after 6 seconds.

The recording time can be extended anytime by pressing REC/ITR.
Subsequent presses result in advancing the recording time by
30-minute increments.

• If you press PAUSE during instant timer recording, the VCR
will enter the normal recording mode.

• If the VCR is set to “0H00M”, the VCR goes to normal record­ing mode.

TO EXTEND THE RECORDING TIME

CHECKING THE RECORDING TIME

1 Insert a video cassette with the safety tab in place.

2 Select the desired channel by using CH/TRK (▲/▼) or

number (0-9).

3 Set the TAPE SPEED option to desired speed (SP or SLP)

by pressing SP/SLP.

4 Press REC/ITR twice.

5 Press REC/ITR repeatedly to select the recording time

length.

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RECORDING

DUBBING AND EDITING

power

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Camcorder:
Play

Another VCR: Play

Your VCR: Recording

OR

From
AUDIO and
VIDEO Output

From

AUDIO and

VIDEO Output

To AUDIO/VIDEO Input

1 Connect the camcorder’s (or another VCR’s) A/V outputs to your VCR as illustrated above.

2 Set the input channel “LINE2”.

• If you have connected your VCR to the A/V input jacks on the rear of VCR, you should

select the input channel LINE2.

• 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 (

DD/EE

).

3 Play the tape in the camcorder (or another VCR). If you have a TV attached to your VCR,

you can see the video playing.

4 When you desire recording to begin, press VCR’s REC/ITR once to start.

Before recording, please confirm the recording start position.

If you wish to edit or dub your camcorder (or another VCR) recordings to this VCR, the rear
(or Front) panel mounted Audio and Video (A/V) input jacks make the connections quick and
easy. The direct A/V jacks will also provide better picture results than using the RF jack on the
rear panel.

NOTE

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EASY FUNCTIONS

This page explains how to use the easy function’s operation.

If you press PLAY, FF, REW, EJECT or REC/ITR button when
the power of this unit is off and a tape is inserted. The power
turns on automatically and then the appropriate operation will
work as below.

You can replay a specified segment twice.

To return to normal play, press EZ REVIEW again during easy
review playback.

If the Extended Data Service (XDS) signals are provided along
with normal TV signal in your area or during playback a tape
recorded with Extended Data Service (XDS) signals, the station
ID, program title and program details are shown in the TV screen.

When viewing a channel with Extended Data Service (XDS)
signals, press ENTER button then the station ID will appear on
the TV screen. Press ENTER button again and the program
details will appear on the TV screen.

When viewing a tape recorded with Extended Data Service
(XDS) signals, press ENTER button twice then the program
title and program details will be appeared on the TV screen.

Program Details
Length: Indicates the run length of a program.
Time Remaining: Indicates the remaining time of a program.
Rating: Indicates the rating of the current program (N/A, G,

PG, PG-13, R, NC-17, X and Not Rated). The rating N/A
means that the motion picture ratings are not applicable to this
program.

EASY INFORMATION

EASY REVIEW

EASY OPERATION

Easy Information Screen

(Program details)

Easy Information Screen

(Station ID)

CH 4

SP WABC STEREO

“Home video”
JUL 5 , THU 2:15 PM

PROGRAM DETAILS

“Home video”

LENGTH 01:00

TIME REMAINING 00:26

RATING N/A

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1 During playback, press and hold EZ REVIEW for more than

3 seconds at the end of the segment and your VCR will
start reverse search.

2 Release EZ REVIEW at the beginning of the segment.

The segment is replayed twice automatically.

Press Operation

PLAY Power On → Play back the tape
FF Power On → Fast-forward the tape
REW Power On → Rewind the tape
EJECT Power On → Eject the tape → Power Off
REC/ITR Power On → Enter pause record mode

If a cassette with no safety tab is loaded, the cassette
will be ejected automatically.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

VHS Hi-Fi STEREO SYSTEM/MTS BROADCAST

This VCR is equipped with the VHS Hi-Fi audio sound system for
recording and playback. The information below gives a brief
description of Hi-Fi audio and how to record and play a tape in
the Hi-Fi audio mode.

A stereo TV with AUDIO/VIDEO input jacks or a stereo audio sys­tem is required for true stereo playback. To experience the full and
rich stereo sound available with Hi-Fi recorded tapes, we recom­mend connecting your VCR to a home stereo audio system.

(STEREO) POSITION: The left channel sound (L) is heard from
the left speaker and the right channel sound (R) is heard from
the right speaker.
(LEFT) POSITION: The left channel sound (L) is heard from both
speakers.
(RIGHT) POSITION: The right channel sound (R) is heard from
both speakers.

Adjust volume at your stereo system.

PLAYBACK WITH Hi-Fi STEREO AUDIO SOUND

1 Set the AUDIO MODE option to HI-FI on the SETUP menu.

2 Set the AUDIO OUTPUT option to STEREO position.

3 Insert a cassette and press PLAY.

To enjoy a Hi-Fi stereo system, connect your VCR’s
AUDIO(R/L)/VIDEO OUT jacks to the AUDIO(R/L)/VIDEO
INPUT jacks on back your TV (or another A/V system) using
A/V cables.

FUNCTION OSD : ON
LANGUAGE SELECT:ENGLISH

AUDIO MODE: HI-FI

BROADCAST TYPE: STEREO
AUDIO OUTPUT: STEREO
CHANNEL MAPPING

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

FUNCTION OSD : ON
LANGUAGE SELECT:ENGLISH
AUDIO MODE: HI-FI
BROADCAST TYPE: STEREO

AUDIO OUTPUT: STEREO

CHANNEL MAPPING

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

ADJUST

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VHS Hi-Fi STEREO SYSTEM/MTS BROADCAST (Cont’d)

This VCR will decode MTS stereo and bilingual (SAP) off-the-air
broadcast sound signals. It also decodes stereo TV sound from
local cable companies, as long as they operate on assigned
cable frequencies and use the EIA-recommended MTS
stereo/bilingual TV sound system.

MULTICHANNEL TV SOUND INDICATOR (MTS)

Shows Onscreen as illustrated on the left when ENTER is pressed.

• One or both of the indicators will light, depending on the MTS

broadcast.

If only STEREO appears on the TV screen.

The VCR can record in stereo onto the VHS Hi-Fi audio tracks
when BROADCAST TYPE is in the STEREO position. The VCR
will also record mono audio onto the mono audio track.

If only SAP appears on the TV screen.

Set BROADCAST TYPE to SAP.

If both the STEREO/SAP appear on the TV screen

Use the BROADCAST TYPE option to select the desired record­ing mode (STEREO or SAP).

Some stations transmit a Second Audio Program, which is used
for a second language or additional information. When the sta­tion broadcasts a Second Audio Program, follow the procedure
below to record the SAP.

You are now recording the program you see and hear on the TV.

SAP (Second Audio Program) RECORDING

MTS (Multi-Channel TV Sound)

1 Insert a video cassette that the safety tab is in place.

2 Set the BROADCAST TYPE option to SAP (SETUP menu).

Do this if only SAP appears on the TV screen or you know
the program has SAP.

3 Set the desired speed (SP or SLP) by pressing SP/SLP.

4 Select the desired channel. SAP should appear on the TV

screen.

5 Press REC/ITR once

6 Press STOP to stop recording.

CH 4

STEREO/SAP

STEREO

Lights up when a stereo
broadcast is being
received.

SAP

Lights up when a SAP
BILINGUAL broadcast is
being received.

TV screen

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

FUNCTION OSD : ON
LANGUAGE SELECT:ENGLISH
AUDIO MODE: HI-FI

BROADCAST TYPE: SAP

AUDIO OUTPUT: STEREO
CHANNEL MAPPING

SELECT

TO EXIT PRESS

ADJUST

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TAPE COUNTER MEMORY FEATURE

Shows length of tape run in hours, minutes, and seconds (refer
to the left). Press ENTER to select the real-time counter display.

Every press of ENTER changes the TV screen as illustrated left.

• Counter changes to 0:00:00 when the cassette is ejected.

• The real-time counter does not operate when nothing is

recorded on the tape.

• The real-time counter will not work if a tape is not inserted.

This is useful if there is a section of tape you want to view imme­diately after recording or if you want to return to the same point
several times.

The tape automatically stops when the tape counter returns to
about “0:00:00”.

COUNTER MEMORY FUNCTION

REAL-TIME COUNTER

1 Begin recording or playing a tape.

2 Press ENTER repeatedly to display the real-time counter

on the TV screen.

3 At the point that you want locate later, reset the real-time

counter to 0:00:00 by pressing CLEAR.

4 Continue to play or record.

5 Press STOP when recording or playback finishes.

6 Press REW.

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2:15 AM

0:05:25

REM 1:07

Indicator Panel

TV Screen

TAPE REMAINING

This function allows the time of the remaining tape to be dis­played during recording or playback.

The remaining tape length indicator may not be displayed
correctly depending on the condition of the tape, and type of tape
(T-140, T-160, or T-210 etc)

CLOCK

COUNTER

REMAINING TIME

Indicator Panel TV Screen

Press ENTER until the REM indicator displays on the TV
screen during recording or playback.

REM 1:07

NOTE

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EDITING A RECORDING

OPERATING HINTS

The program material to be recorded will appear on the television.

The new program material will directly follow the previously
recorded material. This feature is especially helpful during cam­corder-to-VCR dubbing use so each segment of the recording
becomes a continuous program.

• In manual recording, Timer recording, Instant Timer

Recording, playback, or fast forward modes, the VCR auto­matically starts rewinding the tape at the end of the tape. The
cassette will stop at the beginning of the tape and be eject­ed, and the VCR will turn itself off.

• After you have finished using the VCR, rewind, eject, and

remove the cassette. Place the cassette in its protective
sleeve to protect it from dust. It is not necessary to rewind the
cassette before removing it, but if you do, it will be ready to
play or record the next time you use it.

• Be sure the VCR Channel Selector is on the correct channel

you wish to record. The channel that is being recorded can
always be checked by setting the television on the VCR
channel (3 or 4) and pressing the TV/VCR selector to turn
the VCR’s VCR indicator on.

• Do not attempt to hook up more than one television set to the

VCR for either recording or playback.

1 Press PLAY and watch the program until you reach the exact

point where you want the new recording to start.

2 Press PAUSE.

3 Press REC/ITR once.

4 When you wish to start recording, press PAUSE again.

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VIDEO HEAD CLEANING

• Whenever a video cassette is inserted into or ejected from

this unit the video head is automatically cleaned.

• However, it is possible that the heads may become clogged

when playing an old or damaged tape. If the image on your
screen resembles the picture on the left while playing back a
tape, the heads may require cleaning.

• To clean the heads, obtain a head cleaning tape from your

local video dealer. Follows the instructions that come with the
cleaning tape, as excessive use can shorten head life.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

• Load cassette in direction indicated by arrow on cassette.

• A cassette is already in the VCR.

• Check if the VCR indicator panel is lit. If not, make sure power

cord is plugged in.

• If the indicator flashes, press POWER again.

• Press TV/VCR to select the VCR mode.

• Set the television to the same channel selected on the VCR

OUTPUT CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH. (CH3 or CH4).

• Adjust the Tuning Control on the television to obtain the best

picture.

• The cassette has had the safety tab removed. Stick a piece of

cellophane tape over the safety tab hole or select a different
cassette.

• Set the television to the VCR channel (3 or 4) depending upon

the selected channel on the back of the VCR. (Output Channel).

• Try a different cassette tape.

• The heads may require cleaning.

• Take VCR to a qualified Service Center for service.

• Adjust fine tuning knob on television set to obtain best picture.

• Adjust the tracking control.

• Take VCR to Service Center for service.

• Weak or dead batteries.

• Do not block sensor.

• Reset time according to instructions. Power has been interrupted.

• Setup recording time according to instructions.

• Be sure the AM-PM display is correct.

• The cassette has had the safety tab removed. Stick a piece of cello-

phane tape over the safety tab hole or select a different cassette.

• Insert a cassette.

• The TV station sent the wrong XDS information. Use the Manual

Clock Set procedure on page 21.

Cassette cannot be inserted.

No picture appears on TV
screen.

A picture appears on TV screen
but is not clear.

The VCR will not go into the
recording mode, even when
REC/ITR is pressed.

No picture appears on television
screen when PLAY is pressed.

No picture, but audio is clear.

Interference on playback
picture.

The VCR cannot be remotely
controlled or the remote control
has short range.

“--:--” appears on the indicator
panel.

VCR does not start at preset
record starting time.

The tape is ejected in the timer
mode.

indicator flashes.

The Auto Clock Setup procedure
enters the wrong date and/or time.

SYMPTOM CHECK POINT & CORRECTION

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Head System Four head helical scan azimuth system
Power Source AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption Approx. 13 Watts (VRE4222), 11Watts (VRE4122)
Dimensions (WxHxD) 360 x 94.5 x 230 mm (14.3” x 3.8” x 9.2”)
Operating Temperature 5 °C~35 °C (41 °F~95 °F)
Operating Humidity Less than 80% RH
Timer 12-hour display type with AM, PM
Weight Approx. 3.2 kg (7 lbs)
Tape Speed (SP) 33.35 mm/sec

(LP) 16.67 mm/sec

(SLP) 11.12 mm/sec

Tape Width 12.7 mm
Maximum Recording Time (SP) 2 HOURS (T-120)

(SLP) 6 HOURS (T-120)

8 HOURS (T-160)

Rewind Time about 3 minutes (T-120)

Antenna (UHF) 75 ohms

(VHF) 75 ohms

VHF Output Signal Channel 3 or 4 (Switchable)
Channel Coverage (VHF) 2-13

(UHF) 14-69

(CATV) 1-125 (4A, A-W, W+1~W+84, A-5~A-1)

Video Signal System EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields)

NTSC type color signal

Input 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced
Output 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohms unbalanced
Signal to Noise Ratio More than 43 dB (SP mode)

FM audio

Frequency Range 20Hz to 20kHz
Dynamic Range More than 83 dB
Channel Separation More than 55 dB

Conventional audio (VRE4222 only)

Input (LINE) -6.0 dBm more than 47 kohms
Output (LINE) -6.0 dBm less than 1.0 kohms
S/N Ratio More than 43 dB (SP mode)
Frequency Range 200 Hz to 10kHz (SP mode)

* Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice.
* Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.

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GENERAL

SPECIFICATIONS

ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION

VCR LIMITED WARRANTY-USA

Zenith will repair or replace your product, at Zenith’s option, if it proves to be defective in material or
workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period listed below from the date of original
consumer purchase. This warranty is available only to the original purchaser of the product and

effective only when used in the United States, excluding U.S. Territories.

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. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS
REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD
ABOVE. ZENITH WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OFANY NATURE, INCLUDING WITHOUT
LIMITATION LOST PROFITS, LOST OR CORRUPTED PROGRAMMING OR DATA, OR ANY
OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT, TORT, OR OTHERWISE. Some states do

not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY:

To damages or problems that result from shipping, installation, calibration, maintenance, or separate system
components.

To damages or problems that result from misuse, abuse, operation outside environmental specifications or
contrary to the requirements and precautions in the Operating Guide, accident, lightning strikes or other
natural causes, modification or alteration, incorrect electrical current or voltage, signal reception or input.

Therefore, the cost of repair or replacement under these circumstances is borne by the customer.

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE NUMBERS:

ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Zenith Part No. 206-03759
2000 MILLBROOK DRIVE GS# 3835RM0048B
LINCOLNSHIRE, IL 60069 Printed in Indonesia

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WARRANTY PERIOD:

Labor: 90 Days from date of purchase

Parts: One Year from the date of purchase

HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED:
In-Home service: Please retain your bill of sale

for proof of warranty

Please call 1-877-9Zenith (1-877-993-6484) to
locate your nearest Zenith Authorized Service
Center.
Please see below for further information.

To prove warranty coverage:

To obtain where-to-buy, nearest
Authorized Service Center,
product assistance or customer
assistance:

Retain your dated sales receipt to prove date of purchase.

Legible copy of your sales receipt must be submitted at the time
warranty service is provided.

Call 1-877-9Zenith (1-877-993-6484) (Mon. - Fri. 7AM to 8 PM
and Sat. 8AM to 5:00PM CT) Please select the appropriate option
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