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VCR MAIN MENU1 Timer Recordings2 Set Clock3 Channels4 Preferences5 Audio6 LanguageSetting Up the VCRStartup8CHANNELS1 Auto Channel Search2 Add/Remove

VCR MAIN MENU1 Timer Recordings2 Set ClockSET TIME AND DATETime --:-- --(hh:mm)Date --/--/--9Setting Up the VCRStartup7. Add or remove channels from t

1010. Use TV•VCR button.Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets youswitch b

11Using the Remote Control ButtonsMENU CLEAR INPUT PREV CHSPEED - SLOW + F.ADVTRACKING CHANNELRECORDPAUSESEARCHSTOPTV•VCR DISPLAYREWPLAYFF12 345 678

12Playing a Tape To play a tape 1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TV’s video input to see thepicture from the VCR.2. Insert a tape in

13Using the Playback FeaturesPause for Stop ActionThis feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Stopactio

14Using the Playback FeaturesPlaying a TapePicture SearchYou can search for a specific tape location during playback by fast forwarding orrewinding th

15DISPLAY ButtonThe DISPLAY button shows the status of the VCR channel number, timecounter, date, time and tape speed on the TV screen. The time and

16Playing a TapeCommercial Scan (SEARCH Button) This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments. 1. Press SEARCH once during playba

17Playing a TapeUsing the Playback FeaturesTape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX FeatureThe VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks o

iIntroductionWARNINGTo reduce the risk of fireor shock hazard, do notexpose this product torain or moisture.Caution: To prevent electric shock, match

18Recording a ProgramYour VCR provides different recording options. These options are explained in this section of the manual.Recording SpeedsPress S

VCR MAIN MENU1 Timer RecordingsTIMER RECORDINGS1 Create a New Program19Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)The timer prog

VCR MAIN MENU1 Timer Recordings2 Set Clock3 Channels20Recording a ProgramRecording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)Select Cable Box Viewing Channel

VCR MAIN MENU1 Timer RecordingsTIMER RECORDINGS1 Create a New Program2 Review Existing Progs.21Recording a ProgramRecording While You’re Away (Timer R

22Recording a ProgramOne Touch Recording One touch recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timerprogram feature. The VCR will tu

23Recording a ProgramTo Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAPTurn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video input.1. In

24Recording a Program Recording Audio OnlyYou can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L and R) jackson the back of

Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.)Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR.1. Turn on the TV and VCRs.2. Tu

26ReferencesLocation of Controls CHANNELCHANNELTRACKINGINPUTTV• VCRTRACKINGPOWER EJECTSTOPFWDREWRECORD PAUSEPLAYCHANNEL/TRACKING Up or DownSelects nex

27ReferencesLocation of ControlsBack PanelCH 3 4 SwitchSelects the channel to which you will tunethe TV to see the VCR picture if youconnect the VCR u

IntroductionTable of Contents1Important InformationWarnings______________________________ iCautions ______________________________ iNote to Cable TV I

28ReferencesLocation of ControlsRECTIMERSLPVCRSTEREOSAPHi-FiCassette-in Indicator ( ) Lights when a tape is in the VCR.Channel Number or LINEThe c

29References Format: VHSRecord/Playback Video: 4-HeadSystem: Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback systemVideo Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC colorAnten

30ReferencesTrouble ChecksSometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check belowbefore you call for help or take your V

31References Trouble ChecksTrouble Here's what to try:Timer recording not made or wrong programrecordedWill not auto search active channels corre

32References Limited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Any defect in material or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• Ninety days for labo

33ReferencesIndexAccessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Add or Remove Channelsfrom Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9ADD/

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2Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a HookupThe hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B).The basic hookup

3Hooking Up the VCROUT TO TVIN FROM ANT. CH3 4AUDIOVIDEOINOUTRLBack of VCRBack of TV300/75 Ohm AdapterOR From Antenna or CableCable/Antenna

4Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsOUT TO TVIN FROM ANT. CH3 4AUDIOVIDEOINOUTRLBack of VCROUTINCable

5Hooking Up the VCRCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)OUT TO TVIN FROM ANT.

6Hooking Up the VCRConnecting Two VCRs for Copying TapesOUT TO TVIN FROM ANT. CH3 4AUDIOVIDEOINOUTRLOUT TO TVIN FROM ANT. CH3 4A

7Setting Up the VCR1. Check accessories with VCR.Contact your dealer if any items are missing.2. Insert batteries in remote.3. Turn on the TV.A. Turn