Using the VCR to play back a tape
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NOTE -
Loading and unloading of a video cassette is only possible when the video
recorder is plugged into a power source.
Loading & Unloading a video cassette
1
Insert the cassette into the video recorder with the window side up and the arrow
pointing away from you. Do not attempt to insert a cassette which is upside down
or back to front.
Gently press the middle of the tape.
2
Press the “EJECT” button, on either the handset or the front panel of the video
recorder.
The cassette compartment will open and the video cassette will be partially
ejected.
“EJECT” will appear for a few seconds on the TV screen.
It is not necessary to switch on the video recorder, by pressing the “POWER”
button before ejecting a video cassette.
Note -
It is advisable to remove a video cassette from the video recorder when not in
use. Rewind and unload it.
Types of video cassette
Use V
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tapes in this video recorder.
On SP (standard play) the maximum record and playback time is that given on the
video cassette.
For example E-180 will record/play back for 180 minutes.
For example T-120 will play back for 120 minutes.
On LP (long play) the maximum record and playback time is twice that given on the
video cassette.
For example E-180 will record/play back for 360 minutes.
For example T-120 will play back for 240 minutes.
Accidental erasure prevention -
If you do not wish to record on a tape, and hence
erase what is already recorded on it, then remove the safety tab on the back edge of
the video cassette.
Cover the hole with cellophane tape -
It is possible to record on a video cassette
from which the safety tab has been removed by covering the hole with cellophane
tape.
Refer to the instructions included with the video cassette for more information.
How to using the Energy saving mode
Your VCR has an Energy Save feature which if set will place your VCR onto an
economic power save where the clock display will disappear. If you have programmed
a recording, this feature will not work.
1
Press the “ ” button on the VCR.
2
Press the “ ” button on the VCR again and your VCR will go into
Energy Save . All the displays will be disappeared on the video recorder’s
display.
3
For releasing the energy saving mode, press the “ ” button once again.
