Contents
Overview of the equipment
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Front panel ...............................................................................................................1
Front panel display....................................................................................................2
Back panel ................................................................................................................3
Remote control .........................................................................................................4
Connecting your VCR
................................................................. 7
Connecting an antenna to the VCR ........................................................................... 7
Connecting your VCR to your TV ...............................................................................8
Connecting a cable system ......................................................................................10
Setting up your VCR
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Turning the VCR on ................................................................................................12
Changing the on-screen menu language ..................................................................12
Setting the clock......................................................................................................13
Selecting cable or antenna viewing..........................................................................14
Programming the channel memory .........................................................................14
Setting the Cabel Box (Cable Box Setup) ................................................................17
Using video cassettes
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Protecting video cassettes from accidental erasure .................................................18
Inserting /Removing video cassettes ........................................................................18
Watching recorded programs
................................................19
Playing a video cassette ...........................................................................................19
Searching forward while viewing a video cassette ...................................................19
Searching backward while viewing a video cassette ................................................19
Pausing a video cassette during playback................................................................19
Stopping video cassette playback ............................................................................19
Fast forwarding the video cassette ...........................................................................19
Rewinding the video cassette...................................................................................20
Slow motion/Adjusting the picture ..........................................................................20
Recording programs
................................................................21
Preparing to record a pogram.................................................................................21
Manual recording....................................................................................................21
Timer recording......................................................................................................22
Reviewing timer programs ......................................................................................24
Cancelling timer programs......................................................................................24
One touch timer recording .....................................................................................25
Using advanced features
........................................................26
Play the tape automatically ......................................................................................26
Switch the VCR to TV or VCR mode automatically ...................................................26
Searching a cassette tape for programs (indexing) .................................................27
Searching with the tape counter (go-to search) ......................................................27
Marking a tape for zero search/Child Lock .............................................................28
CM Skip/Display/Daylight-Saving Time ....................................................................29
Duplicating video cassette tapes with another VCR ..................................................30
Connecting a Audio system to this VCR....................................................................31
Glossary
.................................................................................... 32
Troubleshooting
....................................................................... 33
Specifications
.............................................................................35
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Power Lines- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power
lines, 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
or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. Installing an
outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer.
Use
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Cleaning- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid
cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
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Object and Liquid Entry-Never push objects of any kind into this video 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 video product.
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Lightning-For added protection for this video product 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 video product due to
lightning and power line surges.
Service
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Servicing-Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
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Conditions Requiring Service-Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.
A. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
B. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.
C. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.
D. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by
a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation.
E. If the vido product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
F. When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance-this indicates a need for
service.
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Replacement Parts-When replacement parts are required, have the service technician verify
that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts. Use of
replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire, electric shock, or
other hazards.
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Safety Check- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service
technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the
video product is in safe operating condition.
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Wall or Ceilling Mounting- The product should be mounted to a wall or ceilling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
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Heat-The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Safety information,
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