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VRB421 1UZ1

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Troubleshooting

Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself.

Recording Problems

Observed Condition

Camcorder image is not shown.

Camcorder image via A/V input to VCR
is not shown on TV screen.

Timer recording is not possible.

TIMER indicator light appears after VCR
is turned off.

Possible Cause

Camcorder is off.

VCR SOURCE is not set to AUX.

Clock in VCR is not set to correct time.

VCR is on which disables timer.

Timer has been programmed 
incorrectly.

TIMER indicator light does not appear
after programming timer.

VCR is in Timer Recording mode.

Probable Solution

Turn camcorder on and operate 
properly.

Use CH (

/

) to select AUX A/V

input channel.

Set clock to correct time. See CLOCK
menu on page 16.

Turn VCR off to enable timer. TIMER
indicator light appears in the VCR front
panel.

Reprogram Timer. See TIMER menu on
page 17.

Reprogram Timer and turn VCR off to
enable timer.

This is the normal indication that the
VCR is in TIMER mode.

Channel Tuning Problems

Observed Condition

Some channels are skipped over when
using CH (

/

).

Picture and sound are weak or missing.

Possible Cause

Those channels were deleted with the
CH. ADD/DEL option.

Antenna or cables are loose.

Wrong SOURCE option is being used.

Probable Solution

Use CH. ADD/DEL to restore channels.
See SETUP Menu on page 18 for details.

Tighten connections or replace cable.

Try all SOURCE options. See SETUP
menu on page 18 for details.

Stereo Audio Record and/or Playback Problems

Observed Condition

Stereo is not present.

Possible Cause

TV is not Stereo-compatible.

Program is not in stereo format.

VCR A/V Out jacks are not connected
to TV A/V In jacks.

VCR Audio/Video Out is not selected
for viewing at the TV.

VCR AUDIO RECORD mode is set to SAP
or MONAURAL.

Probable Solution

No action is possible.

No action is possible.

Make A/V connections. Stereo is 
available only via A/V output from
VCR.

Select AUX or A/V source as TV input.

Set VCR AUDIO RECORD mode to
Stereo. See AUDIO Menu on page 19.

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Страница 1: ...mbers VRB211 VRB411 VRB412 VRB421 o p e r a t i n g g u i d e w a r r a n t y As an ENERGY STAR Partner Zenith Electronics Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines...

Страница 2: ...asonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed...

Страница 3: ...lation is provided or manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 11 Power Sources Operate product only from type of power source indicated on marking label If you are not sure of the type of pow...

Страница 4: ...0 Wall or Ceiling Mounting Mount product to wall or ceiling only as recommended by manufacturer 21 Replacement Parts When replacement part s are required be sure service technician has used replacemen...

Страница 5: ...VCR 20 Camcorder Connected to VCR 21 Playing Tapes 22 23 Instant Recording 24 26 Recording While You re Away 27 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 30 SPECIFICATIONS 31 INDEX Audio Menu 19 Auto Channel Search 11 18 Co...

Страница 6: ...Speeds SP LP EP X X X X Auto Playback System X X X X Auto Manual Digital Tracking X X X X Instant Recording X X X X Timer Controlled Recording X X X X Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust X X X X Forward R...

Страница 7: ...OR OR IN OUT OUT IN R L AUDIO VIDEO VHF UHF CATV ANT IN ANT IN OUT TO TV VHF UHF CATV VIDEO R AUDIO L OUT IN OUT CH3 CH4 IN Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections Back Panel of Typ...

Страница 8: ...UT AUDIO VIDEO IN VHF UHF CATV A V cable is not provided with VCR ANT IN OUT TO TV VHF UHF CATV VIDEO R AUDIO L OUT IN OUT CH3 CH4 IN Back Panel of Typical Monaural TV Note If the back panel on your T...

Страница 9: ...ACK HI FI RECORD STEREO How to Access Menus Menu operation is easy just follow the instructions shown at the bottom of the menu 1 Press MENU to see main menu 2 Press NUMBER 1 2 3 or 4 to see desired s...

Страница 10: ...VCR button 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 Select SpeakEZ Function On Off A voice tells you h...

Страница 11: ...H See AUTO PROGRAM on the SETUP Menu page 18 for details Use CH ADD DEL to Create Favorite Channels Optional Use CH ADD DEL to change the list of active channels found when using AUTO PROGRAM so you c...

Страница 12: ...We recommend using STEREO See the RECORD MODE option on the AUDIO Menu for details Press number keys QUIT exit SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM 1 CH ADD DEL 2 SOURCE 3 ON SCREEN DISPLAY 4 LANGUAGE SELECT 5 Pr...

Страница 13: ...peed Selector REC ITR Instant Timer Record Selector A Cassette is in the VCR VCR is Recording Clock Time Time is PM Time is AM VCR is in timer recording VCR functions are available and channels are se...

Страница 14: ...isplay appears press ENTER repeatedly to see abbreviated displays as follows 1 Press ENTER to see Status Display 2 Press ENTER a second time to show only the tape counter position 3 Press ENTER a thir...

Страница 15: ...attery compartment Note All VCR operations and menu options can be accessed by using the remote control CH Channel Selectors Also selects AUX A V input channel CM SKIP Fast forwards picture search thr...

Страница 16: ...d by using the TIMER Manual Clock Set The CLOCK Menu allows you to set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time Notes The clock must be set before you can record using the TIMER menu You may...

Страница 17: ...ps the recording To Erase a Program 1 Choose TIMER menu as described in How to Access Menus on page 9 2 Press NUMBER 1 8 to select desired PROGRAM to be erased 3 Press 0 to erase the program 4 Press Q...

Страница 18: ...NTER to select the channel to be edited e g to ADD channel 3 press 3 then ENTER Press ENTER to ADD or DEL Delete channels to create your own list of favorite channels SOURCE Selects TV CATV or AUX as...

Страница 19: ...monaural sound regardless of the audio format present on the tape RECORD Select the STEREO MONO or SAP for recording a program STEREO records sound from the left and right audio tracks in stereophoni...

Страница 20: ...ble box Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is ON 1 Turn TV and VCR on 2 Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR button on the remote control repeatedly until the VCR indicator appears in the...

Страница 21: ...3 At the VCR Channel down lower than the lowest channel or Channel up above the highest to select AUX You can also choose the SETUP menu as described in How to Access Menus on page 9 Press 3 for the...

Страница 22: ...channel 3 or 4 at the TV or select the TV s AUX Auxiliary source to see the picture if you are using the A V jacks Refer to your TV operating manual Unloading the Cassette from the VCR 1 Press STOP i...

Страница 23: ...resume normal tape playing Note When the reverse slow mode continues for more than 30 seconds the VCR will automatically change to play mode Tape Rewind and Fast Forward While in Stop mode Press and r...

Страница 24: ...le box select the cable box output channel usually 3 or 4 at the VCR Select cable box channels at the cable box Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR Press SP EP to select recording speed if desired...

Страница 25: ...t panel Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV If you have connected your VCR to the TV s A V input jacks select the A V source at the TV for a better picture Select the channel to be watched and recorded at...

Страница 26: ...a VHS cassette tape into the VCR Press SP EP to select recording speed if desired Recording speed is always SP unless you select EP Press REC ITR until recording begins REC indicator light appears in...

Страница 27: ...VCR as the channel to be recorded Keep your cable box on when using the Timer to record Enable the Timer by pressing POWER to turn off the VCR The TIMER indicator light appears in the VCR front panel...

Страница 28: ...urce on TV to Audio Video In or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4 as appropriate Press the TV VCR button on remote repeatedly to choose VCR mode VCR indicator light appears in VCR front panel Disconnect VCR p...

Страница 29: ...VCR off to enable timer This is the normal indication that the VCR is in TIMER mode Channel Tuning Problems Observed Condition Some channels are skipped over when using CH Picture and sound are weak...

Страница 30: ...y damage the VCR and cassettes used in the VCR Snow streaking in picture and horizontal pulling indicate the need for professional video head cleaning See your Zenith approved service center for clean...

Страница 31: ...Antenna UHF 75 ohms VHF 75 ohms VHF Output Signal Channel 3 or 4 Channel Coverage VHF 2 13 UHF 14 69 CATV 1 125 4A A W W 1 W 84 A 5 A 1 VIDEO Video Signal System EIA Standard 525 lines 60 fields NTSC...

Страница 32: ...amcorders is due to excessive rewinding Prolong the life of your video equipment with our rewinder ONLY 14 99 PLUS 6 95 SHIPPING HANDLING VHS TAPE REWINDER ZEN 901 Broken or lost remote Need a second...

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Страница 36: ...n Service The video product must be taken to a U S or Canadian Zenith authorized service center for warranty service and must be picked up by the owner TV Set Performance It is the owner s responsibil...

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