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INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Provides important notes and general
explanation of the VCR, including names of the
buttons, jacks, etc.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................... 2

IMPORTANT PRECAUTIONS .............. 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS ................................... 4

Contents .............................................. 7

Identification of Controls ................... 8

• Front Panel
• Remote Control
• VCR Display
• Rear Panel

PREPARATION

Explains what you need to do before operating
the VCR.

How to Use the Remote Control ...... 10

Connections ...................................... 11

Auto Set Up ....................................... 14

Initial Settings Using On-screen
Display ............................................... 15

• Setting the Language
• Optional settings on the SET UP

screen

• Setting the Clock

Storing Channels on the VCR .......... 17

Video Cassette Use .......................... 20

PLAYBACK

Explains variable functions concerning
playback.

Playback ............................................ 21

• 19

µ

 HEAD

• DNR

Variable Speed Playback .................. 22

• Picture Search
• Still Picture
• Slow-motion Picture
• Frame Advance
• Double Speed Playback
• Shuttle Dial Operation

Useful Functions in Tape
Operation ........................................... 24

• Counter Function
• Tape Remaining Time
• Index Search Function

RECORDING

Explains recording functions.

Recording a TV Program .................. 26

• Watching a TV program while

recording another

• Recording off time setting

Timer Program Recording ............... 27

VCR Plus+

®

 system Set-up .............. 30

VCR Plus+

®

 system Recording ........ 32

MTS Broadcast Compatibility .......... 34

Simulcast Recording ........................ 35

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Multi Brand Remote Control ............ 36

Before Calling Service Personnel ... 38

Specifications ................................... 40

Accessories ....................................... 40

LIMITED WARRANTY ........................ 41

Contents

Summary of Contents for W-701

Page 1: ...Video CassetteRecorder W 708 W 701 OWNER S MANUAL This publication is printed on recycled paper 70971842 PLAY STOP PROG TV POWER EJECT PAUSE STILL REC REV FF ...

Page 2: ...aution Changes or modification made to this equipment not expressly approved by Toshiba Corporation or parties authorized by Toshiba Corporation could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular spe...

Page 3: ...nder inside one of its most crucial internal parts To prevent the VCR from possible damage do not use the unit for at least 2 hours when there is an extreme or sudden change in temperature Compatibility This video cassette recorder VCR is compatible with any other VCR bearing the mark HQ VHS equipment is also compatible with existing non HQ VHS equipment Copyright It is permissible to record telev...

Page 4: ... 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 5 He...

Page 5: ...VICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A 10 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 ...

Page 6: ...e or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 15 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 fo...

Page 7: ...he VCR 17 Video Cassette Use 20 PLAYBACK Explains variable functions concerning playback Playback 21 19µ HEAD DNR Variable Speed Playback 22 Picture Search Still Picture Slow motion Picture Frame Advance Double Speed Playback Shuttle Dial Operation Useful Functions in Tape Operation 24 Counter Function Tape Remaining Time Index Search Function RECORDING Explains recording functions Recording a TV ...

Page 8: ... W 708 only EJECT CANCEL A SELECT INDEX 14 36 26 26 24 24 26 32 29 34 26 15 26 18 36 26 24 28 21 21 22 21 16 19µ 21 21 25 7 8 0 100 9 6 5 2 3 4 1 STOP PLAY x2 FF REW SLOW PAUSE STILL CANCEL 19 A SELECT VCR Plus EJECT INDEX DNR PROG ENTER TIMER TV VOL CH TRK REC SP SLP DISPLAY TV VCR COUNT RESET REMAIN COUNTER I SELECT POWER VCR TV CURSOR µ To operate your TV 15 Cassette compartment 20 REC 26 CHANN...

Page 9: ... SP SLP Cassette indicator Timer recording indicator REMAIN indicator OFF indicator Hi Fi L R indicators L Left channel R Right channel off Normal track VCR Display POWER indicator DT Digital Auto Tracking indicator Channel indicator Tape running direction speed indicator REMAIN VCR SLP L REC TIMER DT CH H M AM PM OFF S R POWER LINE IN 1 VIDEO jack LINE IN 1 AUDIO jacks L R To wall outlet CH selec...

Page 10: ...onditions of use If the remote control does not operate correctly replace all batteries with new ones If the remote control is not to be used for a long period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery corrosion Caring for the remote control Do not expose the remote sensor of the VCR to a strong light source such as direct sunlight or illumination especially high frequency...

Page 11: ...Setting the VCR Output Channel When the VCR is connected in this way the VCR sends the output signals to channel 3 or 4 on your TV Set the output channel selector CH selector of the VCR to 3 or 4 whichever is vacant in your area VHF UHF combinaion antenna VHF antenna only UHF antenna only Antenna splitter not supplied 1 2 Connections Before you use this VCR it is necessary to connect it to your TV...

Page 12: ...isplay and select a desired channel on the TV only when you connect a cable compatible TV This set up will enable you to record an unscrambled channel watch an unscrambled channel while recording it record an unscrambled channel while watching another scrambled or unscrambled You will need to set TV channel to the output channel of the cable box turn on the cable box and select cable channel 3 or ...

Page 13: ... of the cable box This set up will enable you to watch an unscrambled or scrambled channel while recording it record an unscrambled channel while watching another unscrambled channel only when you connect a cable compatible TV A B switch A record and watch an unscrambled channel which comes bypassing the cable box A B switch B record and watch a scrambled or unscrambled channel coming through the ...

Page 14: ...ls and clock when power is first connected to the VCR Preparation Turn on the TV and select the video channel 3 or 4 or the video input mode if you made the Audio Video connection page 11 Press I SELECT so that the channel number will appear if L1 or L2 is displayed in the VCR display Press VCR to set the remote control operating the VCR Tuning in progress Auto Set Up completed VCR display Notes I...

Page 15: ...en appears on the TV 3 Select the language using PLAY x2 CURSOR or STOP CURSOR and press PROG The screen turns to the MENU screen 4 Press PROG to return to the normal TV screen Page 24 PREPARATION Initial Settings Using On screen Display Language selection must be set first when the VCR is first plugged in or after it encounters a power failure You can also easily make necessary settings using the...

Page 16: ...hannel carrying the clock data If AUTO CLOCK SET is unsuccessful set the time and date through the MANU clock set menu selection 10 Press PROG Now the clock starts 11 Press PROG to exit PROG ENTER AM SUMME ME R T I 57 9 1 0 00 SA 1 nE ZO H C T I ME TE DA R A E Y T I ME CLOCK SET E D n AUTO AUTO AUTO AUTO EAS I n TERn 2 SET UP PRESET PROGRAM PROG CLOCK S CH MEMORY CABLE B GU I DE H C OX DSS ET ENTE...

Page 17: ... 4 Set TV CATV to TV or CATV using FF or REW TV To store channels received via the antenna CATV To store channels received via the incoming cable 5 Select AUTO SCAN using PLAY x2 or STOP and press FF to set to ON The VCR starts scanning and the channels are stored in the VCR in ascending order When the scanning is finished the screen automatically returns 6 Press PROG to exit PREPARATION Storing C...

Page 18: ...tton needs to be pressed within 2 seconds CH TRK To shift up or down the stored channel numbers PROG TV TV A C n O n O n O FF O O SET CH PUSH 9 0 EYS K T TV C T A V AUTO SCAn ADD CH ERAS C E H E D n SET UP PRESET PROGRAM PROG TV TV A C n O n O n O FF O O SET CH PUSH 9 0 EYS K T TV C T A V AUTO SCAn ADD CH ERAS C E H E D n SET UP PRESET PROGRAM Storing Channels on the VCR continued Cable Box DSS Ou...

Page 19: ...31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 R S T U V W AA BB CC DD EE FF GG HH II JJ KK LL MM NN OO 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 PP QQ RR SS TT UU VV WW XX YY ZZ AAA BBB 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 100 101 102 103 121 122 123 124 125 93 94 A 5 A 4 A 3 A 2 A 1 100 101 102 103 121 1...

Page 20: ...This may result in injury or damage Take special care with children to avoid accidents Precautions when using video cassettes Video cassettes have a safety tab to prevent accidental erasure If the tab has already been removed recording cannot be performed To prevent accidental erasure Remove this safety tab with a screwdriver To record again Cover the tab hole with adhesive tape Avoid exposing cas...

Page 21: ...ode to the picture search or variable speed playback DNR Digital Noise Reduction For W 708 only The noise reduction function of this VCR is based on a digital signal system utilizing memory and is effective in the playback of noisy tapes Furthermore the CSE Color Signal Enhancement circuit which is included in the system compensates for color signal weakness and gives the best possible color Thank...

Page 22: ...ozen This is not a defect in the unit Adjusting Still Picture Stability If the still picture is distorted or flickers hold down one of CH TRK until the picture becomes stable Note The distortion of the still picture may not be eliminated completely Slow motion Picture The tape runs at 1 7th or 1 15th the normal playback speed 1 Press SLOW during playback The tape runs at about 1 7th the normal pla...

Page 23: ... SLP tape speed or a tape recorded on another VCR in various speed mode the picture may be noisy or monochrome Notes The still picture mode will be released automatically after about 5 minutes and forward playback will start Fast forwarding or rewinding started from the stop mode continues even if the shuttle dial is released To stop press STOP The reverse playback mode will be released automatica...

Page 24: ...Tape Remaining Time To view the tape remaining time in the VCR display select the tape length beforehand 1 Turn on the VCR and load a cassette 2 Press PROG to display the MENU screen 3 Select SET UP using FF or REW and press ENTER 4 Select the length of the tape T120 for a T 120 tape or shorter T160 for a T 140 or T 160 tape T180 for a T 180 tape Useful Functions in Tape Operation These functions ...

Page 25: ... forwards or rewinds the tape When an index signal is found the VCR plays back the tape for about 5 seconds and then resumes fast forwarding or rewinding This is repeated each time at an index signal 3 Press PLAY x2 when the desired program is found Normal playback starts Notes At the very beginning of the tape the index search may not work properly If you registered the index signals on a tape re...

Page 26: ...and sound quality SLP Suitable for tripling recording time but with less picture and sound quality than using the SP tape speed 5 Press REC on the VCR or simultaneously press both REC on the remote control Recording starts 6 Press STOP to stop recording Recording off time setting By setting the recording off time the recording stops and the VCR is turned off automatically While recording press REC...

Page 27: ...hanges as follows WKLYSU WKLYSA You can record TV programs on the same channel on the day and time every week MO FR You can record TV programs on the same channel on the day and time Monday through Friday Continued Timer Program Recording The programmable timer allows you to record up to 6 different programs over one month Preparation Select the video channel 3 or 4 or video input mode on the TV M...

Page 28: ...d and the VCR automatically selects the tape speed to record the program to the end If the tape length is not long enough the tape speed automatically changes from SP to SLP TIMER POWER Timer Program Recording continued TIMER REC PROG 25 8 30 30 SLP E D n On CH DATE OFF D P S PM PROGRAM SET UP PRESET 9 PROG 25 8 30 9 30 00 E D n On CH DATE OFF D P S PM PMSLP PROGRAM SET UP PRESET 10 PROG 25 8 30 9...

Page 29: ... the screen disappears Changing cancelling the timer programs 1 If the TIMER indicator is lit press both TIMER to turn it off and then turn the VCR on by pressing POWER 2 With steps 2 to 9 change the items To cancel a program select the program you want to cancel in step 4 and press CANCEL The line is then cleared 3 Press both TIMER to return to the timer standby mode Recording or playback in the ...

Page 30: ...tomer service department at 1 800 4321 VCR Sample of a Guide channel chart from a local TV listing Sample of a Channel line up chart from a cable TV company CHANNEL LINE UP CHART Channel 2 Channel 3 Channel 4 Channel 5 Channel 6 Channel 7 Channel 8 Channel 9 ME U 8 WISH 4 WTTV 6 WRTV VCA Local origination HOME BOX OFFICE A P News Plus 9 WGN RECORDING 3 KCRA NBC 3 VCR Plus SYSTEM CHANNEL NUMBERS 6 ...

Page 31: ...d more than one guide channel number In this case enter the home channel number to each of the guide channel numbers 8 Press PROG to exit The set up is all over and your VCR Plus system recording is now available Example Station Your home channel number on the channel line up chart supplied by cable companies Guide channel number on the TV Guide local TV listings etc HBO 33 7 ESPN 34 AMC 35 the ca...

Page 32: ... entering the PlusCode programming number The numbers are published in the TV listings of newspapers TV guide magazine etc Preparation Make sure that the clock is set correctly page 16 Load a cassette with a safety tab Sample of TV program listing in a TV guide magazine PlusCode programming number 5PM 5 35 FAM Cartoon POPEYE MAKING OF A CHAMPION A look at gymnast and Olympic hopeful Kim Zmeskal fr...

Page 33: ... Recording or playback in the timer standby mode First press both TIMER to release the timer standby mode and then press POWER to turn on the VCR The VCR will be available for use Be sure to press both TIMER again to return the VCR to the timer standby mode after you have finished Error indications If FULL CANCEL PROG message appears on the TV during programming no more programs can be entered If ...

Page 34: ...ntents of recorded sound On Screen Display Press DISPLAY Setting of SAP SET on the SET UP screen Type of receiving broadcast Normal sound track Mono L R SAP STEREO ON or OFF not lit not lit MONO MONO MONO ON or OFF not lit lit MONO MIXED ON lit not lit MONO MONO SAP OFF lit not lit MONO MONO MONO ON lit lit MONO MONO SAP OFF lit lit MONO MIXED STEREO STEREO Regular monaural audio Stereo Regular SA...

Page 35: ...LAY x2 or STOP and set to ON using REW or FF 2 Press PROG to exit 3 Select the desired channel using CHANNEL on the VCR or CH TRK on the remote control If you use a cable box select a desired channel on the box 4 Select the recording tape speed using SP SLP 5 Press REC to start recording 6 Press STOP to stop recording Broadcast or incoming cable RECORDING To the FM antenna terminal 7 8 0 100 9 6 5...

Page 36: ...itute for 100 channel key DISPLAY To turn on or off TV s screen display ENTER To use for the TV s ENTER key Important Some TVs may not respond to all the operations above or may not be operated at all with this remote control In this case operate your TV with its own remote control Notes For some brands several control codes brand codes are allocated Try each of them until the buttons work on your...

Page 37: ...TC 12 NAD 01 11 Nikko 11 Optimus 09 Optonica 08 Panasonic 07 10 15 Penney 01 02 07 11 12 Philco 10 Philips 10 Pioneer 16 For W 708 only Princeclub 12 Prism 07 Proscan 02 Table of Brand Codes Proton 11 Pulser 14 Quasar 07 15 Radio Shack 13 RCA 02 Realistic 09 11 13 Runco NEC 14 Samsung 11 12 Sanyo 09 Scotch 11 Scott 11 Sears 01 02 09 10 11 Sharp 08 13 Sony 03 Soundesign 11 Supreme 03 Sylvania 10 Ta...

Page 38: ...cking manually page 21 The video heads are dirty Clean the video heads with a commercially available cleaning tape The desired sound is not heard such as SAP stereo or regular sound Setting of sounds is not correct Select a desired sound using A SELECT page 34 Noise is present in the Hi Fi sound being played Tracking is not set appropriately Adjust the tracking manually page 21 The timer recording...

Page 39: ...ront of the VCR page 10 An obstacle may be in the way of the operation Remove the obstacle The operating mode of the remote control is not set correctly Press VCR or TV depending on the equipment you want to operate pages 14 36 The cassette is ejected immediately after it is loaded The cassette was inserted with the label side not paralleling the compartment Reload it carefully page 20 The cassett...

Page 40: ...layback time SLP 480 minutes SP 160 minutes When T 160 video cassette is used Fast forward time Within approx 80 s When T 120 video cassette is used High speed rewind time Within approx 54 s when T 120 video cassette is used Video input 1 V p p 75 Ω unbalanced negative sync pin jack Video output 1 V p p 75 Ω unbalanced negative sync pin jack Audio input Line input 308 mV rms more than 47 kΩ pin ja...

Page 41: ...n you this product as a gift purchased this product This is one way to enable TACP THI to provide you with better customer service and improved products Failure to return the card will not affect your rights under this warranty Your Responsibility The above warranties are subject to the following conditions 1 You must retain your bill of sale or provide other proof of purchase 2 You must notify an...

Page 42: ... person agent distributor dealer or company is authorized to change modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever The time within action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of TACP THI arising under the warranty or under any statute or law of the United States or any state thereof is hereby limited to ninety 90 days from the date you discover or should have discov...

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