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GoVideo GV2020 User's Manual

1. GROUND CLAMP EQUIPMENT ATEN grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See Figure CMON 610 20 on this page Sounbina conpuctors 14 LIGHTNING For added protection of this video unit during a lightning storm or NEC SECTION 810 21 when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from POWEASERVICEGROUNDNIG the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent NEC ART 250 PARTH damage to the video unit due to lightning and power line surges GROUND CLAMPS NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 15 POWER LINES An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits 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 such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal 16 OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock 17 OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous vera points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquids of any kind onto me unit Should spillage occur unplug unit and have it checked by a technician efore use 18 SERVICING Do not attempt to service this
2. Q 4 Refer to page 26 to set tuner menu properly 0o09 g Press the Numeric buttons or use the Channel Up Down buttons to EL select the channel to view or record D PAUSE g gt Q Cyc onol Cote co O VCR 2 i To record one channel and view another follow these additional steps J II Begin recording the channel you are viewing see page 14 m Switch your TV VCR button to TV co Select the viewing channel with your TV channel selector DualDeck VCRCable supplied MHF UHF Cii CABLE ca Djowrew OUTLET Cc ED ROMAN TV BACK PANEL Coaxial Cable DUAL DECK VCR BAC K PANEL 34 Cable Connection 2 You can use this connection if you have a converter with your cable system You can record any scrambled or non scrambled channel and watch that channel Your VCR 2 can be turned off during normal TV viewing To record and view ascrambled or non scrambled channel follow these instructions Turn on your TV VCR 2 and converter Use the Channel Up Down buttons to set your VCR 2 to channel 2 3 or 4 whichever is used by your cable system You may view this channel selection on the Front Panel Display of your VCR 2 Set the VCR 2 back panel switch to either channel 3 or 4 choosing the one that you did not use for your cable system in above Set your TV tuner to the same channel used in above A The above instructions apply when your VCR 2 is on If you wish to view your c
3. TRACKING SHARPNESS MENU OROROORO LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT VIDEO IN STILL TRAC KING OUT DECK1 DECK2 To play atape on your VCR 2 follow these five simple steps Optionally remove the record safety tab from your prerecorded tape Insert this tape into Deck 1 or 2 If your VCR 2 power is off it will now automatically turn on Your VCR 2 has an Auto Play feature which automatically plays tapes that have the record safety tab removed If Auto Play is off press Play for the deck containing the tape The TV VCR indicator automatically switches to VCR I Press Pause if you wish to freeze the picture PLAY will blink on the Front Panel Display Press Play to continue play m Press Stop Eject once to stop the tape J Press Stop Eject again to eject the tape from the deck If using the Remote Control the Remote Load Eject feature must be on See page 23 A Removing the record safety tab prevents accidental recording over prerecorded scenes See pages 23 and 30 for an explanation of Auto Play While in play press Fast Forward for forward Picture Scan FF will blink on the Front Panel Display Press Rewind for reverse Picture Scan REW will blink on the Front Panel Display Press Play to end forward or reverse Picture Scan and resume play While in play press Fast Forward twice for forward Jet Searc
4. a ae fom 00000 The Copy Tape indicator will light on the Front Panel The On Screen ar FS 00000 a g Display will indicate Amer Copy and the AmeriChrome Copy Mode wivcr We o wv being used g Q 1 STOP Ej ECT J 2 STOP Ej ECT y P r g 7 PLAY PLAY m Press the Copy Tape button a second time to stop the duplication eo gcco Jaco A During AmeriChrome Copy 2 the recording speed of Deck 2 will VCR 2 Ge Ge automatically be set to match the play speed of Deck 1 Otherwise the duplicated tape will be recorded at the preset menu speed for that deck To S pr use AmeriChrome Copy 2 the original tape must be in Deck 1 and have been recorded at SP or LP speed When using AmeriChrome Copy 1 you can change the speed of the recording to fit more programming on a tape For example three two hour tapes made at SP could be duplicated on one two hour tape at EP See page 23 to change the recording speed and AmeriChrome Copy settings this may be done during a duplication If the play speed of the original tape is EP or the copy is not from Deck 1 to Deck 2 AmeriChrome Copy 1 will automatically be used regardless of the menu setting For best results duplicate tapes that were recorded in SP or LP The quality of your duplicate is directly related to the quality of your original Go Video recommends recording onto high quality tapes SVHS HQVHS to improve the quality of your copies To simplify duplicating a tape first turn
5. Remote Control does not operate TV programs cannot be view ed The tape is ejected when Record is pressed Tape does not Auto Play The blank tape is ejected when Copy Tape is pressed CLE blinking on Front Panel Display and OSD tape status ERROR message Can t turn VCR 2 power off Can t select Timer Recording from Main Menu or Eeprom Error message on OSD Other problems 44 CHECK THIS Is the power cord completely plugged into the AC outlet Page 5 Is the Power button turned on Power indicator lighted Page 7 Is the tape window facing up and the record safety tab facing you Page 12 Is there already a tape in the deck Is the power cord completely plugged into the AC outlet Page 5 Is your VCR 2 properly connected to the external antenna or cable system Page 5 32 Is the record safety tab in place on the tape Page 13 Is your VCR 2 tuned to the correct channel Page 14 Is the Antenna Source selected on the Channel Tuner Menu the proper one for your TV system Page 26 Are the recording start time and duration correctly set Page 19 Is there a tape in the proper deck Page 20 Is the record safety tab in place on the tape Page 13 Is your TV tuned to the channel that is selected on the CH 3 CH 4 selector on your VCR 2 Page 5 Is the TV VCR button set to VCR Page 7 9 Is the Tracking control correctly adjusted Page 12 7 Is the fine tuning correctly adjusted on your TV Is the Remote
6. Reset Button Press to reset the Tape Counter to 0000 Press twice to set Memory Stop mode Press to reset all settings while in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu Press to clear an event in the Timer Recording Summary REW Rewind Buttons Press to rewind the tape when your VCR 2 is stopped When your VCR 2 is playing press Rewind for reverse Picture Scan press Rewind twice for reverse Jet Search Save Button Press to save any changes you have made to the current menu and return to the previous menu Source Buttons Press to select the video source to be recorded on each deck Stop Eject Buttons Press to stop the tape Press to eject a stopped tape Remote Load Eject must be on Tuner Button Press to change the TV View to your VCR 2 tuner TV VCR Button Press to select the source of the picture on your TV screen TV for your TV tuner VCR for your VCR 2 tuner tape decks or AV N Up Button Press to move up through menu selections during On Screen Programming Press to change settings in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu Using Your Remote Control 2 Tuner Control amp O c Menu Selection LCV STO P EJ ECT Programming SJ a aie Deck 1 amp 2 Controls Q D WV i Controls N REW FWD SOURCE C DH view DESKI DECK2 TV View Your Remote Control makes it simple to operate and program your VCR 2 T
7. for forward Jet Search LCV Last Channel Viewed Button Press to change the channel to the last channel view ed Menu Button Press to display the On Screen Programming Main Menu on your TV screen Other menus are accessed through the Main Menu Next Button Press to change the setting of the current menu selection Press to move to the next menu selection in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu Numeric Buttons 0 9 Press for TV channel selection when the TV VCR selector is set to VCR Press for menu selection and settings during On Screen Programming Pause Buttons Press to temporarily stop the tape while playing or recording Should not be used for more than 3 minutes at a time Your VCR 2 will Auto Stop after 5 minutes in play still or record pause Play Buttons Press to play a tape in the deck Press to continue playing after pause or Picture Scan Jet Search Press to load a tape that is in the ejected position Remote Load Eject must be on Power Button Press to turn your VCR 2 on and off Press to change Auto Power Off mode during rewind or Timer Recording See page 30 PREV Previous Button Press to change the setting of the current menu selection Press to move to the previous menu selection in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu REC Record Buttons Press to start recording onto a tape Press to continue recording after pause Press during recording to activate One Two Recording
8. Deck 1 Fast Forward button to Picture Scan to the end of the unwanted segment Press the Deck 1 Play button to end Picture Scan When the unwanted scene ends m Press the Deck 2 Record button to continue recording Repeat steps and m until all the unwanted scenes have been removed Press the Copy Tape button to end editing A The audio track recording may continue for a few seconds after the video track ends Practice and experimentation will refine your editing skills and help you to choose the best edit points to improve your edited tapes A When performing more advanced editing it may be necessary to adjust the position of your record tape to record over unwanted sections During an edit session follow these instructions to adjust the position of your record tape o Press the Deck 2 Stop button This will stop both decks Press the Deck 2 Play button and then use Rewind to locate the point where you want to resume recording Play the tape two seconds past this point and press Pause I Press the Deck 2 Record button Deck 2 will enter record pause m Press the Deck 1 Play button and you may continue editing at step 7 above Copy Tape will resume when you continue recording Editing Multiple Scenes Onto One Tape A To simplify editing first turn off Auto Play see page 23 This prevents tapes from playing each time they are inserted You may also find it easier to edit when the On Screen Display is on your
9. In connections on your VCR 2 back panel see diagram D D ooo LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT od QD Q AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT AUDIO OUT VIDEO OUT enai EP ourw wv IDEO STILL TRAC KING VID CH INFROM ANTENNAS Q a oD IN OUT DECK1 DECK2 gS VCR 2 BAC K PANEL TV ORVCR BAC K PANEL If your second tuner s antenna is connected the Out to TV connector on your VCR 2 you will only be able to watch the program that is being recorded on Deck 2 Before beginning decide which program you want to watch and select it last Turn on your TV and your VCR 2 and the second tuner if different from your TV Insert blank cassettes into Deck 1 and Deck 2 I Use the Remote Control or Front Panel to choose the channel to be recorded on Deck 1 m Press the Deck 1 Source button to select Tuner The On Screen Display will indicate Tuner for the Deck 1 Source Press the Deck 1 Record button If the second tuner s antenna is connected to the Out to TV connector on your VCR 2 set the TV VCR button to TV and do not change this during recording Otherwise set the TV VCR button to VCR and you may switch the TV View to either deck at will MENU SvE ES SOURCE REC SOURCE REC Use the channel selector on your second tuner to choose the channel to VCR 2 CE WCO be recorded on Deck 2 A lA Q Press the Deck 2 Source button to
10. MAIN MENU VIDEO MENU AUDIO MENU SET DATE AND TME TIMER REC ORDING C HANNEL TUNER MENU WHEN OK PUSH SAVE VIDEO MENU DECK 1 SPEED DECK 2 SPEED HQ COPY MODE AUTO PLAY ON AUTO REWIND OFF REMOTELOAD EJECT ON WHEN OK PUSH SAVE 23 On Screen Programming Audio Menu l O OQ 6 DSP 00000009Y icv cH A X 1 STOP EJ ECT J 2c STOP E ECT L PY PLAY g0o0l l go po0 WN l REW PWD PAUSE REW PWD PAUS es e CU OG MENU SAVE E SOURCE REC SOURCE REC E 7 Wy VCR 2 cea an NO MAIN MENU VIDEO MENU AUDIO MENU SET DATE AND TIME TIMER RECORDING CHANNEL TUNER MENU WHEN OK PUSH SAVE AUDIO MENU DEC K 1 DOLBY NR ON DEC K 2 DOLBY NR ON AUDIO SOURCE STEREO WHEN OK PUSH SAVE 24 Press Menu The Main Menu will appear on your TV screen Press 2 to select Audio Menu The Audio Menu will appear on your TV screen I Press the number of any selection to change its setting or use the Up Down buttons to highlight your selection and press Previous or Next to change the setting Turn Dolby NR on or off for Deck 1 or Deck 2 See the note below Select the Audio Source See the note below m Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu A Dolby NR Dolby noise reduction improves sound quality by reducing tape hiss during soft passages We recommend that you turn on Dolby NR if the tape you are playing
11. Menu will appear on your TV screen Use the Up Down buttons to highlight Antenna Source Press Previous or Next to choose TV STD CATV IRC CATV or HRC CATV Choose the setting that gives you the best picture or call your cable company for the correct CATV setting If you do not have acable system choose TV m Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu A Selecting a different antenna source will also switch to the appropriate Channel Memory One memory is for TV the other for STD CATV IRC CATV and HRC CATV Any changes made in one memory will not affect the other A To automatically program Channel Memory Follow stepsd and above Use the Up Down buttons to highlight Auto Program Press Next to begin Auto Program The Auto Program feature scans each channel and assigns those with signals into Channel Memory The process takes about 60 seconds Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu A During Auto Program the TV View will be locked on tuner Any deck operations that would change the TV View pressing Play for example are temporarily disabled The Auto Program feature will not function while any deck is recording the tuner amp On Screen Programming Channel Tuner Menu To add achannel to Channel Memory Follow stepsd and on the preceding page Use the Numeric buttons to select on the VCR 2 the channel you wish to add Use the Up Down buttons to highlight Add Press N
12. N N TAPEa SOURCE DECK 1 TUNER AV IN REC Sa Ww TV 777 CHANNEL CTR Cd CIC O oO VCR DOWN UP TIME RESET TRACKING SHARPNESS AV IN VCR TV mode REC Record Buttons Press to start recording onto atape Press to con tinue recording after pause Press during recording to activate One Two Recording Reset Button Press to reset the Tape Counter to 0000 Press twice to set Memory Stop mode Press to reset all settings while in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu Press to clear an event in the Timer Recording Summary REW Rewind Buttons Press to rewind the tape when your VCR 2 is stopped When your VCR 2 is playing press Rewind for reverse Picture Scan press Rewind twice for reverse Jet Search Save Button Press to save any changes you have made to the current menu and return to the previous menu Sharpness Controls Turn to soften or sharpen the picture to your viewing preference There are separate controls for Decks 1 and 2 Source Buttons Press to select the video source to be recorded on each deck Changes the Source indicators Source Indicators Indicate the video source that is being or will be recorded or viewed for each deck Lights only when a tape is loaded in that deck Stop Eject Buttons Press to stop the tape Press to eject a stopped tape Tape Compartments Insert a tape window up tape door facing away thro
13. Pee edsd 0000009 C 2C Press Menu The Main Menu will appear on your TV screen ee ee Y Press 3 to select Set Date and Time The Set Date and Time Menu will appear on your TV screen A From this point you will not be able to change channels until you return to the Main Menu A I Use Previous and Next to move from one selection to another Use the Numeric buttons or the Up Down buttons to change the setting for any selection Set the Month January is 01 October is 10 etc Set the Year Enter only the last two digits 91 92 93 etc PLAY PLAY Q00 9000 RW FWD PAUSE REW FWD PAUSE J SOURCE REC SOURCE REC CCL iw CM DECK1 DECK2 TUNER AV N MAIN MENU VIDEO MENU AUDIO MENU SET DATE AND TIME TIMER RECORDING CHANNEL TUNER MENU WHEN OK PUSH SAVE SET MONTH Set the D J UNE1991 1 00 PM ee SU MO TU WE TH FR SA Set the Hour 1 Set the Minute Set AM PM Use the Up Down buttons or press 1 for AM 2 for PM A If desired press Reset to return all entries to current time and continue with step You can do this at any time A m Press Save to accept your settings and return to the Main Menu You can do this at any time OR Press Escape to ignore any changes you have made and return to the Main Menu You can do this at any time A The current time and day will appear on the Front Panel Display The current time and date can also be
14. RIGHT LEFT RIGHT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT CH3 CH4 Aoro v VIDEO ANTENNA IN FROM ANTEN IN TO STEREO AMPLIRER PLAY OR AUX INPUT OUT DECK1 DECK 38 DUAL DEC K VCR BACK PANEL Monitor Connections If you have a monitor style TV or if your TV has separate video and audio input connections you can connect your VCR 2 to these connections for improved picture and sound quality These connections are used instead of the Out to TV connections shown in Quick Connections Antenna Connections and Cable Connections A To view your VCR 2 on the monitor it may be necessary to switch the monitor to Video AUX or AVIN Refer to your monitor s owners manual for instructions When this connection style is used the TV VCR setting on the VCR 2 has no effect The monitor will always display the current TV View when it is switched to the VCR 2 A TO TV MONITOR AUDIO IN D OO LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT EP ourw w EP IN FROM ANTENNA D E STILL TRACKING IN OUT DECK1 DECK2 ty TO TV MONITOR VIDEO IN VCR 2 BACK PANEL 39 Care of Y our Dual Deck VCR 2 40 Placement of Y our VCR 2 Place your VCR 2 within three feet but not on top of your TV Place your VCR 2 in a horizontal position only Do not place your VCR 2 in extremely hot cold humid or dusty places See page 41 for
15. off Auto Play see page 23 This prevents tapes from playing each time they are inserted You can duplicate tapes with Copy Tape even if your TV is turned off amp 13 Recording from TV DOWN pu J MENU SAVE ESC SOURCE REC VC R S 2 a 7 Juw H NER DECK2 O0O0O 06 ae l oN fy O COPY WIVCR TAPEs O QJ 2C g Q RESET 1 STOP EJ ECT 2 STO Cj D C J PREV o NEXT PLAY _ i J G6 0 900 DOWN EW FWD PAUSE REW PWD PAUS Oo 0l CO OOD O MENU SVE ES SOURCE REC SOURCE REC C O witw M VCR 2 DECKI DECKA INR AN S 14 To record from your TV onto a tape follow these five simple steps Insert a blank tape into Deck 1 or 2 The record safety tab must be intact on the cassette If the tab is missing the tape may Auto Play and will be ejected when Record is pressed from the stop mode Use the Remote Control or Front Panel to choose the channel you d like to record Press the appropriate Numeric buttons or use the Channel Up Down buttons I Press Source to select Tuner for the deck containing the tape m Press Record for the deck containing the tape to begin recording J Press Pause if you wish to pause the recording REC will blink on the Front Panel Display Press Record again to continue recording Press Stop Eject to end recording A EP Extended Play is th
16. safe operating order Table of Contents Initial setup instructions begin on page 5 See page 10 for a list of included accessories Sal by INSU ction Sae e ee r e N 1 2 Features of Your Dual Deck VCR 2 cccsescscsssscsscscsessessrscresessresersersenees 4 Exclusive Features of Y our VCR 2 v sesesscsscscsssscseccrscsesrserscesssesrsereeersnss 4 Other Key Features of Your VCR 2 esescssscssssessrecsesessessresersssssaesrsersens 4 Q ick Connection S isinara oan aia nahani ETa E A Ee ta 5 Dual Deck VCR 2 Front Panel ccccceccesscsscssssesessceccsessessrscrsssesrssrseersaes 6 7 Dual Deck VCR 2 Remote Control cccccccccscssessseecsecsessrscsssessesneserseees 8 9 Dual Deck VCR 2 ACCESSOMIES cececsteeseneeseeteeseneteeteesetetaeeeteeaeeeeaeeetentaeaty 10 Using Your Remote Control ccccccscsssscsscsscssssecsrscssessrsersssesessuessrsersens 11 Playing a Tapene reei neern eena Ea eaten ee tr tee 12 Duplicating a Tape mienen aaa ea ea iaeia 13 Recording ron TIN trimen ea eta aaar a aa a a eaa 14 Playing a Tape While Recording from TV cccescscseseesssssssstrssreerees 14 Recording Two Programs from TV ccesscscscsessccsecsssessrsssscsesessressrsersees 15 Editing a Single Tape ss sssssssssssssssesrsrsrisrsrssrsrusnsrssnnsnnruonsnnornnnnrsennnnonnrnenne 16 Editing Multiple Scenes Onto One Tape cccccccccsesecsscsesssesesessesseesrserses 17 On TWwo RECOPING aenean eaa a a aa anaE AE aati 18 Setting th
17. seen on the On Screen Display Use apreceding zero 0 before single digit entries or press Next after the first digit A 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12 13 14 15 19 20 21 22 26 27 28 29 9 10 11 16 17 18 23 24 25 30 WHEN OK PUSH SAVE 25 On Screen Programming Channel Tuner Menu N 0000006 0000009 LCV CH gJr 2C J STOP E ECT STOP E ECT J OO00 90C 0 REW FWD PAUSE REW FWD PAUSE PLAY PLAY f MENU SAVE ESC SOURCE REC SOURCE REC VC R z 2 x Eai e Ge Sa A MAIN MENU VIDEO MENU AUDIO MENU SET DATE AND TIME TIMER REC ORDING sp CHANNEL TUNER MENU WHEN OK PUSH SAVE CHANNEL TUNER MENU CH 02 gt ANTENNA SOURCE AUTO PROGRAM ADD DELETE ADD ALL DELETE ALL WHEN OK PUSH SAVE 26 The Channel Tuner Menu allows you to select the channels you watch most frequently and save them in Channel Memory The Channel Up Down buttons will then select only those channels you have programmed Other channels can still be selected using the Numeric buttons Your VCR 2 keeps two separate memories one for normal antennas TV and one for cable CATV This way if you regularly switch between your antenna and cable you do not have to reset your Channel Memory To change the setting for Antenna Source Press Menu The Main Menu will appear on your TV screen Press 5 to select Channel Tuner Menu The Channel Tuner
18. select AVIN The Front Panel Source Indicators will show AV IN as the Deck 2 Source Press the Deck 2 Record button E Editing a Single Tape go 900 DOWN REW FWD PAUSE REW FW Oooo nl CO Ol CO MENU SAVE ESC SOURCE REC SOURCE REC V C R a 2 K K ewe Ge IN N DOWN REW FWD PAUSE REW FWD PAUSE CyC IO CO ooa CE MENU SAVE ESC SOURCE REC SOURCE REC E oS VCR a 2 Sew ee EY m a S E 16 A To simplify editing first turn off Auto Play see page 23 This prevents tapes from playing each time they are inserted You may also find it easier to edit when the On Screen Display is on your TV screen The OSD shows you the status and Tape Counter of both decks at all times Press DSP to see the OSD The On Screen Display lettering will not be recorded on your video tape A Follow these simple instructions to edit out scenes from a single tape Insert a blank tape into Deck 2 and the prerecorded tape into Deck 1 Press the Copy Tape button it before the unwanted scene begins Press the Deck 2 Pause button to pause the recording REC will blink on the Front Panel Display Avoid leaving the deck in record pause for more than 3 minutes Y our VCR 2 will Auto Stop after 5 minutes in record pause to prevent exces sive tape w ear If you desire you can press the
19. your settings and return to the Timer Recording Summary You can do this at any time OR Press Escape to cancel any changes to this event and return to the Timer Recording Summary You can do this at any time You can now review the settings you have just programmed To change any settings repeat steps through You will not be able to change any event that is in progress To erase an event use the Up Down buttons to highlight the event and press Reset If the event is in progress it will immediately stop Press Save or Escape to leave the Timer Recording Summary then press Save or Escape again to exit the Main Menu lt Insert a tape into Deck 1 Deck 2 or both whichever the timer is programmed to record on Setting the Timer to Record Later A Ifthe timer is correctly programmed PROG will be lighted on the Front Panel Display When the event begins recording PROG and TIMER will be lighted If TIMER is flashing on the Front Panel Display there is an error The On Screen Display will display TIMER RECORD ERROR and DECK 1 or DECK 2 TAPE MISSING or TAPE MISSING TAB Check that there is a tape in the proper deck and that the record safety tab is intact on the tape Your VCR 2 can be turned off once steps through lt are completed TIMER and PROG will be lighted on the Front Panel Display Y our VCR 2 will automatically turn on when the event begins and will automatically turn off when the event is compl
20. 91 12 00PM The On Screen Display OSD appears on your TV screen when any button affecting the tape status channel setting Copy Tape Source or TV View is pressed Some parts of the OSD will not appear depending on the current status of your VCR 2 For example if either deck does not contain a tape deck status will not appear for that deck The OSD can also be displayed by pressing DSP Display The first press will display the date and time The second press will clear the screen Press athird time to display the source of the deck signals The OSD will not be recorded by either VCR 2 deck You can clear the OSD anytime it is on by pressing DSP Channel Indicator Displays the current channel selection for your VCR 2 tuner Displays SC next to the channel when Simulcast is chosen as the Audio Source Deck Status Displays the tape status Eject Stop Play Still Fast FWD Rewind FPS and RPS Picture Scan Jet FPS and Jet RPS Jet Search Pause Record Load or Error Also displays the current Tape Counter position the tape speed and M if the Memory Stop mode is active OTR and duration are displayed when One Two Recording isin progress AmeriChrome Copy Indicator Indicates that AmeriChrome Copy duplication is in progress Source Indicators Indicate the source for recording onto Deck 1 and Deck 2 Press the Deck 1 Source button to select AVIN Tuner or Deck 2 Deck 1 cannot record itself Deck 2 cannot recor
21. C J PREV PLAY PLAY REW FWD PAUSE REW FWD PAUS C e OID O MENU SVE ES SOURCE REC SOURCE REC VCR 2 Hiv DD a DECKI DECK2 TUNER AV N Set the Hour the event will be recorded Set the Minute the event will be recorded Set AM PM Use the Up Down buttons or press 1 for AM 2 for PM Set the Deck on which the event will be recorded Set the number of Hours of the recording You can select up to 9 hours and 59 minutes Set the number of Minutes of the recording Set the Channel or AV N to record For AV IN select channel 00 Set the event Type NRM Normal records one event one time only use it for a movie or football game for example DLY Daily records one event at the same time every weekday use it for soap operas or the news WKY Weekly records one event at the same time every week use it for a weekly series Daily and weekly recordings begin on the date set Set the recording Speed Use the Up Down buttons or press 1 for SP 2 for LP 3 for EP See page 23 for an explanation of speeds A If desired press Reset to return all selections in this menu to their original settings and restart step 7 You can do this at any time To be able to record Simulcast or SAP broadcasts use the Audio Menu to place the tuner in the appropriate mode See page 24 When Simulcast is active SC will appear after the channel number in both the Timer Recording Summary and the Timer Recording Menu amp J Press Save to accept
22. Control aimed directly at your VCR 2 Are there any obstacles between the Remote Control and your VCR 2 Is the Remote Control battery fresh and correctly installed Is there neon light near the Remote Control Page 8 Is the TV VCR button set to TV Page 7 9 Is the record safety tab in place on the tape Page 13 Is Auto Play turned on Page 23 Have you removed the record safety tab from the tape Page 10 Is the record safety tab in place on the tape in Deck 2 Page 13 Turn your VCR 2 power off then on again If this does not correct the problem refer to the resetting instructions at the top of the page Is Timer Recording or Rewind in progress Page 30 Auto Power Off The VCR 2 must be serviced by an authorized service center to restore Timer Recording functions Feel free to contact a Go Video Inc field service engineer at 480 998 3400 for assistance or authorized service center locations COPYRIGHT WARNING Federal copyright law provides severe civil and criminal penalties for the unauthorized reproduction distribution or exhibition of copyrighted motion pictures and video tapes Title 17 United States Code Sections 501 and 506 This product is not made or sold for unauthorized recording or playback of copyrighted works including without limitation unauthorized recording from pre recorded copyrighted cassettes The purchase or use of this product does not grant or give the user authorization is not a l
23. DyUr EBi e lt VCR 2 Owner s Guide Video Cassette Recorder Model GV2020 GO VIDEO Dual Deck VCR 4 2 To get the full benefit of the VCR 2 features please read this Owner s Guide carefully Record the serial number from the back of your VCR 2 here Attach your sales receipt for reference Model Number GW2020 Serial Number Purchase Date It is important that you register your VCR 2 with Go Video Inc so that you can be contacted in the event of a product modification or recall To register your VCR 2 complete the warranty registration card and mail it in To contact Go Video Inc call 800 279 1600 for information regarding your VCR 2 WARNING A To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture A Do not open the cabinet dangerous high voltage is present Refer servicing only to qualified personnel A This video cassette recorder should only be used with 120V 60Hz standard U S household current CAUTION A To prevent fire shock hazard or annoying interference use only the recommended accessories A To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure ATTENTION A Pour pr venir les chocs lectriques ne pas utiliser cette fiche polaris e avec un prolongateur une prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant sauf s
24. ES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY PERIOD Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you This Exclusive Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state For further information contact GO VIDEO WARRANTY ADMINISTRATOR 7835 EAST McCLAIN DRIVE SCOTTSDALE ARIZONA 85260 480 998 3400 To obtain the location of your nearest service center contact GO VIDEO SERVICE 800 992 8777 1 READ INSTRUCTIONS All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated 2 RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 HEED WARNINGS All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to 4 FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed 5 CLEANING Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners Use a dry cloth for dusting cabinet 6 ATTACHMENTS Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may be hazardous 7 WATER amp MOISTURE Do not use this video unit near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement near a swimming pool or the li
25. IDEO OUTPUT 37 Audio Features amp Connections The Audio In and Audio Out connections can be used to connect audio equipment to your VCR 2 Simulcast This feature allows you to record stereo sound from your stereo amplifier while recording picture from certain TV broadcasts such as special con certs MTV Music Television HBO CINEMAX etc a Connect your stereo amplifier tape output connections to the Audio In connections on your VCR 2 back panel Turnon your TV stereo amplifier and your VCR 2 Set the Audio Source to Simulcast See page 24 Select the desired TV channel on the VCR 2 Tune the stereo receiver to the proper frequency to receive the audio transmission co To record a Simulcast insert a blank tape into either deck turn on Dolby NR for the appropriate deck if desired page 24 and press Record Multichannel TV Sound MTS Stereo You can enjoy MTS broadcast stereo by connecting your VCR 2 to your stereo amplifier and speakers MTS will allow you to enjoy full stereo sound when your Audio Source is set to Stereo or TV SAP Connect the Audio Out connections on your VCR 2 back panel to the play or auxiliary input connections on your stereo amplifier Turnon your TV stereo amplifier and your VCR 2 Set the Audio Source to Stereo or TV SAP See page 24 Select the appropriate input AUX or TAPE on your stereo amplifier TO STEREO AMPLIFER REC ORD OUTPUT TF DDOO LEFT
26. TV screen The OSD shows you the status and Tape Counter of both decks at all times Press DSP to see the OSD The On Screen Display lettering will not be recorded on your video tape The secret to editing scenes from multiple tapes is planning You should review the tapes and take notes Your notes should describe what you want to see on the master tape which tapes contain the scenes you want and what the order of scenes will be on the master tape A When you have taken ample notes follow these simple instructions to edit Insert a blank tape into Deck 2 and the prerecorded tape containing the first scene into Deck 1 Fast Forward the prerecorded tape to just before the beginning of the 0O first scene OU I Press the Copy Tape button When the scene ends cc PHG m Press the Deck 2 Pause button to pause the recording Oo or ae oO TV VCR TAPEs REC will blink on the Front Panel Display O06 Q1 2 we g UP D 4 C Avoid leaving the deck in record pause for more than 3 minutes Y our 9 J 6 ola VCR 2 will Auto Stop after 5 minutes in record pause to prevent exces ono oo S SUS sive tape w ear MENU SvE E SOURCE REC SOURCE REC VCR 2 a Gee J Press the Deck 1 Stop Eject button to stop playing m A S me Press the Deck 1 Stop Eject button again to eject the tape If using Remote Control the Remote Load Eject feature must be on See page 23 Insert th
27. able system when your VCR 2 is off set your TV tuner to channel 2 3 or 4 whichever is used by your cable system amp co On the cable system converter select the channel to view or record Start the recording page 14 Make sure the converter is left on during the recording Dual Deck VCRCable supplied D Coaxial Cable Va NHF UHF CH3 VIDEO Ai Dnm O TV BACK PANEL IN ouy DUAL DECK VCR BAC K PANEL 35 Cable Connection 3 You can use this connection if you have a converter with your cable system You can view any scrambled or non scrambled channels record and view any non scrambled channels record any non scrambled channels while viewing any other scrambled or non scrambled channels Your VCR 2 can be turned off during normal TV viewing To view a scrambled or non scrambled channel follow these instructions Turn on your TV and converter Turn the VCR 2 off or set the TV VCR selector to TV Set the TV to channel 2 3 or 4 whichever is used by your cable system On the converter select the channel to view To record and view the same non scrambled channel follow these instruc tions Turn on your TV VCR 2 and converter Set the TV to channel 2 3 or 4 whichever is used by your cable system Set the TV VCR selector to TV On both the VCR 2 and the converter select the channel to view and record Start the recor
28. ake a moment to learn where the buttons are located on the Remote Control The Remote Control is divided into five areas See pages 8 9 for detailed descriptions of the buttons Tuner Control amp Menu Selection With the Channel Up and Channel Down Last Channel Viewed and Numeric buttons you can change the channel on your VCR 2 tuner The Numeric buttons are also used for setting the clock calendar and timer The Display button displays the On Screen Display on your TV screen Deck Controls There are separate controls for Deck 1 and Deck 2 The buttons for both decks are laid out the same way TV View These four buttons select the source of the picture you see on your TV screen when the TV VCR button is set to VCR Programming Controls These buttons are used to change menus and settings in On Screen Programming Other Controls Buttons that do not fit the other categories are found in the unshaded area 11 Record Safety Tab d OGOOQ4 POWER L J LIA N y A U COPY O O 9 TV VCR TAPEs LCV CH O 110 g O RESET 1 STOP EJ ECT 2 STOP EJECT Gg DO C 3 F e N a eee Q 900o DOWN _ REW FWD PAUSE REW FWD PAUSE CyUCcI a CO OC COD O MENU SAVE ESC SOURCE REC SOURCE REC p OD a D C a CD VCR a 2 DECK1 DECK2 YEN TUNER AV IN 12 Sa p POWER sop aot if PLAY gt I source DECK 2 TUNER Von TN
29. ctor or the twin lead connectors If your TV has both types of connections use the coaxial connection You should not connect both mT Set the CH 3 CH 4 selector which is located on the back panel of your VCR 2 It is preset to channel 3 To avoid interference from a local station you should choose the channel that is not normally used in your area Dual DDeck VCR 2 Front Panel Tape Front Panel Compartment Display POWER STOP PAUSE a PLAY gt 44 REW FWD gt gt AUS J J oc SOURCE DECK 2 TUNER AV IN REC WY O C Vv ats ota View DECK1 DECK 2 TUNER TRAC KING SHARPNESS MENU DOWN SAVE NEXT ESC APE To find acomplete description of the features mentioned in this section consult the Index pages 42 43 Channel Down Button Press to select the next lower TV channel in Channel Memory Channel Up Button Press to select the next higher TV channel in Channel Memory Copy Tape Button Press to start and stop AmeriChrome Copy Copy Tape Indicator Lights when AmeriChrome Copy duplication is in progress CTR TIME Counter Time Display Button Press to switch the Front Panel Display between Clock and Tape Counter Tape Counter is displayed for the most recently viewed deck Down Button Press to move down through menu selections during On Screen Programming Press to change settings in the Set Date and Time Menu or Time
30. d itself Change the Deck 2 Source in the same manner If Deck 2 is chosen as the Source for Deck 1 then Deck 1 cannot be selected as Source for Deck 2 The reverse is also true TV View Indicator Indicates the source of the picture on your TV screen when the TV VCR button is set to VCR If TV View is set to Deck 1 or Deck 2 and no tape is playing in that deck you will instead see that deck s Source For example if TV View is set to Deck 1 and no tape is playing in Deck 1 you will see the Deck 1 Source which may be Deck 38 2 tuner or AVN Front Panel Display SAP SAPSET VCR SUN MON TUE ON SP i AM LP CH EP PM MONO STEREO SIMUL CATV Deck Status Speed Tape Clock Tape Counter Channel This illustration shows all the indicators on the Front Panel Display The indicators will not all be displayed at one time ooo A Sooo The Front Panel Display shows the status for one deck at atime You can choose the deck that is displayed by pressing Deck 1 or Deck 2 from the i Remote Control There must be a tape in the compartment for that deck s The Front Panel Display is located in the 3 f center of your VCR 2 Front Panel status to display For your convenience the On Screen Display which appears on your TV screen shows the status of both decks CATV Indicates that STD CATV HRC CATV or IRC CATV has been chosen for Antenna Source Channel Displays the number of the channel bei
31. damage to your VCR 2 and the tape See page 41 for specifica tions Service and Warranty Never open your VCR 2 cabinet or touch the inside parts To do so is dangerous and may cause damage Do not try to disassemble your VCR 2 there are no user serviceable parts inside Servicing of your VCR 2 should be done by an authorized service center For service information see the inside front cover Energy Conservation Save energy If you will not be using your VCR 2 for a long period of time unplug the electrical cord Shipping Your VCR 2 Carefully pack your VCR 2 in the original packing materials and carton for shipping RECORDING SYSTEM TELEVISION SYSTEM AUDIO TRACK TAPE WIDTH RECORDING SPEED PLAY RECORD TIME FF REW TIME HEADS VIDEO INPUT OUTPUT HORIZ RES S N RATIO AUDIO INPUT OUTPUT S N RATIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE TV TUNER RF MODULATION POWER REQUIREMENT ENVIRONMENT SIZE Technical Specifications Rotary azimuth two head helical scanning system Luminance FM azimuth recording Color signal converted sub carrier phase shift recording NTSC type color signal EIA Standard 525 lines 60 fields 2 track linear 12 7 mm 1 2 inch SP 33 35 mm s LP 16 67 mm s EP 11 12 mm s 480 minutes each deck with T 160 used in EP mode 16 hours total Less than 6 minutes with T 120 Video 2 rotary heads Audio Control 1 stationary head Erase 1 full track 1 audio dua
32. ding page 14 To record anon scrambled channel while viewing any other scrambled or non scrambled channel follow these instructions Turn on your TV VCR 2 and converter Set the TV to channel 2 3 or 4 whichever is used by your cable system Set the VCR 2 to the channel to record Start the recording page 14 Set the TV VCR selector to TV co On the converter select the channel to view CD Sas D CH3 CABLE m apin OUTLET _ VIDEO Drona T 2 Dual Deck E PETAN VCR Cable supplied 36 Coaxial Cable DUAL DEC K VCR BACK PANEL Connect your video equipment VCRs laser disc players video cameras to the Video In connection on your VCR 2 back panel Set TV View to AV IN to see the video input If the video equipment has separate audio outputs connect them to the Audio In connections on your VCR 2 back panel LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT CH3 o EP ourw w VIDEO STILL TRAC KING ANTENNA CH nN Rom ANE IN OUT DECK1 DECK2 4 VCR 2 BACK PANEL A Connect as shown in the figure above to record from external equip ment such as acamcorder Set camcorder or similar device to play Set the Source to AV N and the VCR 2 to Record This may be done on both decks to make two recordings at the same time A Connecting Other Video Equipment TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT AUDIO OUTPUT TO VIDEO EQUIPMENT V
33. e Counter allows you to note the location of specific sections of your tapes and find them quickly later The Tape Counter in your VCR 2 works like those found on audio cassette tape recorders The Tape Counter counts four times for each revolution of the take up right side reel in the video cassette tape The Tape Counter will count at different speeds depending on the size of the reels and the position of the tape We recommend you reset the Tape Counter each time you insert a tape Resetting the Tape Counter assures you a consistent reading when you want to write down the Tape Counter position of aspecific scene This is important when preparing notes for editing To reset the Tape Counter insert a tape into either deck then select that deck using the TV View buttons Press Reset The Tape Counter will be reset to 0000 for that deck the Tape Counter of the other deck will not be affected To reset the Tape Counter of the other deck switch TV View to that deck then press Reset The Tape Counter position for both decks can be seen on the On Screen Display and on the Front Panel Display for the deck that is being viewed To see the Tape Counter on the Front Panel Display press Counter Time Display Press Counter Time Display again to see the current time This must be done separately for each deck To set the Memory Stop mode for the last deck viewed press Reset twice The first press resets the Tape Counter to 0000 and the second activa
34. e Timer to Record Later cernere 19 21 On Screen Programming eessen 22 27 Main M Nu siscieaseoiietdinisiati candela asada a dia 22 Programming from the Remote Control and Front Panel 22 Video Menu Record Speed AmeriChrome Copy Auto Features 23 Audio Menu Dolby NR Audio Source sssssscsccscccrccrerrrerre 24 Set Date arid TIME sariin eenaa aaaea eaaa oiean aina iriaren inita 25 Channel Tuner M nu cccccccscsscsscsscssssrssssssrscsessrssrserscssesersserserees 26 27 On Screen Display s 4 ccceietwenialnidahadendaleeian diene etalties 28 Front Panel Display nriran aaa aa aa aaa 29 Aut Fetu ES a aa EA Ns 30 Tape Counter amp Memory StOp sssssssissssisrssiisisrisisrnnisinrisiurisrisrunisrunisrenenret 31 Antenna Connecti nS cron niecne 32 33 Cable Connections insiannianiria iaiia Eadardan ieia aiT 34 36 Connecting Other Video Equipment c cccecesecsecsscsssssssssessessessreerees 37 Audio Features amp Connections ssscccccrssirririnisniininn 38 SIMU CSC a noie Tienin anaa ra a stagim iver ad A e Eaa 38 Multichannel TV Sound MTS Stereo sasscnirrrrren 38 Monitor Connection Si me mernarna tanna ei iced A EA aaa TE AE EEA 39 Care of Y our Dual Deck VCR 2 cceccccccssscssccsscsessessrscsssessrssrsscrsssesseserseeees 40 Technical Specifications cccccesscsssssessccsecseceecsesesceesersaeseeseesssuesersatsenseaes 41 Index 42 43 TPOUBDIESNOOLING normirani 44 Limited Warranty cccccscsssesssccsc
35. e next prerecorded tape into Deck 1 and Fast Forward to just before the beginning of the next scene Q Press the Deck 1 Play button Just before the next scene begins Press the Deck 2 Record button to continue recording Repeat steps 7 through until all scenes have been duplicated onto the master tape Press the Copy Tape button to end editing A If your prerecorded tape should end or you stop it before pausing your record tape the record deck will automatically pause to prevent unwanted recording amp 17 One Two Recording O OqQeeoadac6 POWER OE ae pee E Q COPY 0000009 TV VCR E lucy CH Q A i s o er 1 STOP EJECT 2 STOP EJ ECT gq LD C D PREV NEXT _ PLAY F z PLAY Y QoQ0 GO 0 DOWN _ REW PWD PA SE REW PWD PAUSE CyCIO CO O Co o MENU SAVE E SOURCE REC SOURCE REC vinl JH VC R 2 DECKI DECK2 vN DECK1 TWVIEW DECK2 OTR0 30 DECK1 STOP 2562 1969 SP SP MON MAY 14 1991 12 00PM The second line of deck status displays OTR and the recording duration 18 One Two Recording is a simple two step way to record TV programs in 30 minute increments To start One Two Recording OTR follow these simple steps Press Record to begin recording Press Record a second time The On Screen Display will appear on your TV screen The second line of deck status will display OTR 0 30 ON and OTR will lig
36. e preset tape speed Change the tape speed if you want to record at SP Standard Play or LP Long Play See page 23 See pages 34 36 to record one channel while viewing another and for recording when your VCR 2 is connected to a cable system Neither the Source nor the channel if you are recording from the tuner can be changed during recording However they may be changed while the recording is paused Be careful not to accidentally change the Source in the middle of a recording If you leave a blank tape in Deck 1 or 2 you can immediately begin record ing any program you are watching by changing the Source for that deck to Tuner and pressing the Record button See page 19 to set the timer for recording a program later A Playing a Tape While Recording from TV Follow steps 7 above to begin recording from your TV onto either deck Insert a prerecorded tape into the other deck I Press Play if the tape does not begin to Auto Play A You can switch TV View from Deck 1 to Deck 2 to watch either the TV program you are recording or the prerecorded tape A Recording Two Programs from TV Recording two TV programs at the same time requires two tuners the one in your VCR 2 and asecond one from your TV another VCR or an accessory tuner If your TV does not have a video output connection you will need a second tuner VCR or accessory with video output connections Connect the second tuner to the Audio In and Video
37. enu Press Menu The Main Menu will appear on your TV screen Press 1 to select Video Menu The Video Menu will appear on your TV screen I Press the number of any selection to change its setting or use the Up Down buttons to highlight your selection and press Previous or Next to change the setting Set the Recording Speed of Deck 1 or Deck 2 See the note below Switch between AmeriChrome Copy 1 and AmeriChrome Copy 2 See page 13 Turn Auto Play on or off See page 30 Turn Auto Rewind on or off See page 30 Turn Remote Load Eject on or off See page 30 m Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu A Your VCR 2 automatically plays prerecorded tapes at the proper speed Tapes are recorded at EP Extended Play unless you change the recording speed SP Standard Play provides the best picture LP Long Play provides twice the recording time of SP EP provides three times the recording time of SP and the best effects still search etc but the picture quality may not be as sharp The recording speed may be changed during recording to make better use of your tape without interrupting the program A On Screen Programming Video Menu C 2 SIOP EJECT STOP EJ ECT JI PLAY PLAY goo acco REW FWD PAUSE REW FWD PAUS O CO OI O MENU SAVE ES SOURCE REC SOURCE REC VC R a 2 Ga DECK 2 Jiv Ge NX A lp 2 3 4 5
38. erage as stated elsewhere on this page except that parts and labor coverage is only for 30 days from original date of pur chase WHAT ARE THE EXCEPTIONS This warranty does not cover 1 Damage from misuse abuse neglect or accident natural disasters or Acts of God 2 Cabinetry decorative parts batteries hand held remotes cable boxes connectors A C adapters or accessories knobs or buttons or video cassette tape 3 Cleaning of video audio heads which is routine maintenance or other routine maintenance 4 The foreign country use of this product 5 Go Video product which has been electrically or mechanically modified in any way or incorporated into other products 6 Signal reception problems caused by external antenna or cable systems 7 Installation and set up service adjustments 8 Owner instruc tion Your Owner s Guide provides information regarding operating instructions and user controls For additional information contact your authorized Go Video dealer Go Video is not responsible for any shipping handling or insurance charges Defective unit or parts must be available to send to the Go Video Warranty Administrator IF DEMANDED at the time of service or claim processing This Exclusive Limited Warranty excludes all incidental and consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental and consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTI
39. es to VCR and the TV View switches to that deck If a tape is already playing in the other deck it will continue to play You can view either deck You can turn Auto Play on or off it is preset to OFF See page 23 Auto Power Off While a tape is rewinding or recording a timer event press the Power button and your VCR 2 will turn off when rewind or event is complete The Power indicator will blink while this mode is active Pressing Power or any tape elated button e g Play Stop etc will cancel Auto Power Off Auto Power On Power turns on when a tape is inserted into either deck The TV VCR indicator switches to VCR Auto Rewind Y our VCR 2 will automatically rewind when the end of the tape is reached during play or fast forward You can turn Auto Rewind on or off it is preset to ON See page 23 Auto Stop Your VCR 2 will stop if a deck is left in play still or record pause for more than 5 minutes This prevents damage to the tape Memory Stop If the Counter Time Display is set to Tape Counter then when rewinding or fast forwarding your VCR 2 will stop when 0000 is reached on the Tape Counter See the next page Remote Load Eject You can load and eject tapes using your Remote Control Press Play to load a tape that is in the ejected position Press Stop Eject to eject a tape which is stopped You can turn Remote Load Eject on or off it is preset to ON See page 23 Tape Counter amp Memory Stop Your VCR 2 Tap
40. ete If you have a cable converter connected to the In From Cable connector on your VCR 2 as on page 35 you will need to make sure the converter is left ON and set to the proper channel for your Timer Recording Press Stop to stop an event that is in progress The recording will stop and the timer settings will be cleared if the event was a Normal event Daily and Weekly events will be updated automatically for the next date that was programmed If an event is not able to start properly due to an error or because there is a tape playing in that deck the event will be held The On Screen Display will display HOLDING EVENT and the event number each minute until either the event is over or the problem is corrected Any events that are held will stop at their original time An asterisk next to an event number in the Timer Recording Summary indicates the event is currently recording or holding amp Priorities With the ability to store settings for up to 16 events your VCR 2 must prioritize the events If two events require different channels or the same deck at the same time priority is given in the following order Latest starting time An event in progress will be interrupted by an event with alater starting time Highest event number If starting times are the same event 2 has higher priority than event 1 event 3 has priority over 2 or 1 etc 21 On Screen Programming Main Menu 000000 oopoo
41. ext to add the channel co Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu To delete a channel from Channel Memory Follow stepsd and on the preceding page Use the Numeric buttons or the Channel Up Down buttons to select on the VCR 2 the channel you wish to delete Use the Up Down buttons to highlight Delete Press Next to delete the channel co Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu To add all channels to Channel Memory Follow stepsd and on the preceding page Use the Up Down buttons to highlight Add All Press Next to add all the channels Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu Your Channel Up Down buttons will now select every channel whether a signal is present or not To erase all the channels from Channel Memory Follow stepsd and on the preceding page Use the Up Down buttons to highlight Delete All Press Next to delete all the channels Press Save or Escape to return to the Main Menu Channel memory will now contain no channels Your Channel Up Down buttons will have no effect until channels are added again 27 On Screen Display TV View Indicator DECK 1 TV VIEW DECK 2 DECK 1 TV VIEW DECK 2 RECORD DECK1 PLAY Deck Status STOP DECK 1 PLAY 0000 2562 0000 CH03 2562 Channel SP M SP M AmeriChrome Copy SP M HQ COPY SP M Indicator Indicator Source l SOURCE SOURCE Indicators Date Time DECK 2 TUNER MON MAY 14 19
42. gct STOP EJ ECT STOP EJ ECT Ea dh Q las 2 C g D 0l g O REW FWD PAUS C01 COD OIC SOURCE MENU SAVE f ESC SOURCE REC O REC VC R a 2 Gx e i e AV IN Nex MAIN MENU 1 gt VIDEO MENU 2 AUDIO MENU 3 SETDATEAND TIME 4 TIMER RECORDING 5 CHANNEL TUNER MENU WHEN OK PUSH SAVE 22 Programming from the Remote Control and VCR 2 Front Panel You can do On Screen Programming with the Remote Control or the Front Panel The Numeric buttons on the Remote Control offer the ease of direct entry of menu selections If programming from the Front Panel use Down to highlight your selection Use Next to change settings or choose the current highlighted selection In the Set Date and Time Menu and Timer Recording Menu use Next to highlight your selection and Down to change settings Main Menu All other On Screen Programming menus are accessed through the Main Menu Press Menu The Main Menu will appear on your TV screen Press the Numeric buttons to choose your selection or use the Up Down buttons to highlight your selection and press Next to choose it The Video Menu is explained on the next page The Audio Menu is explained on page 24 Set Date and Time is explained on page 25 Timer Recording is explained on pages 19 21 The Channel Tuner Menu is explained on pages 26 27 I Press Save or Escape to exit the Main M
43. h FF will blink on the Front Panel Display Press Rewind twice for reverse Jet Search REW will blink on the Front Panel Display Press Play to end forward or reverse Jet Search and resume play A certain amount of noise white streaks across the picture may appear when a tape recorded on one VCR is played on a different one You can adjust the Tracking control on your VCR 2 Front Panel to minimize this noise while playing a tape There are separate controls for Decks 1 and 2 You can adjust the Sharpness control on your VCR 2 Front Panel to soften or sharpen the picture to your viewing preference There are separate controls for Decks 1 and 2 You can adjust the sharpness of the freeze frame picture while a tape is paused by turning the Still Tracking control on your VCR 2 back panel for the oe are viewing There are separate controls for Decks 1 and 2 Duplicating a Tape To duplicate a tape using AmeriChrome Copy follow these four simple steps Insert into Deck 1 the tape to be duplicated Press the Deck 1 Stop Eject button if the tape begins to Auto Play Insert into Deck 2 a blank tape of sufficient length to record the tape in Record Safety Tab Deck 1 The record safety tab must be intact on the blank tape If you wish to record onto a tape with a missing record safety tab place a small piece of adhesive tape over the hole I Press the Copy Tape button
44. ht on the Front Panel Display Continue to press Record until the desired recording duration appears You can select up to 9 hours 30 minutes in 30 minute increments The On Screen Display will disappear 3 seconds after you push the last button A You can change the duration at any time during OTR by pressing Record 30 minutes will be added to the remaining time each time you press Record You can record even if your TV is turned off The channel indicated on the Front Panel Display will be recorded Your VCR 2 power must remain on during OTR Turning the power off will stop your recording Refer to page 14 for more information about recording TV programs A A Before programming the timer the clock must be set If you try to program the timer when the clock is not set the Set Date and Time Menu will appear See page 25 amp To program the timer follow these simple instructions Press Menu The Main Menu will appear on your TV screen Press 4 to choose Timer Recording You ll see the Timer Recording Summary A From this point you will not be able to change channels until you return to the Main Menu A The Summary allows you to review the current timer settings Four events are displayed on the screen at one time Use the Up Down buttons to review any event from 1 to 16 I Use the Numeric buttons to choose the event number you wish to program or use the Up Down buttons to highlight your selection and press Ne
45. i les lames peuvent etre ins r es a fond sans en laisser aucune partie a d couvert NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 22 of the National Electrical Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical WARNING Federal law provides severe civil and criminal penalties for the unauthorized reproduction distribution or exhibition of copyrighted motion pictures and video tapes Title 17 United States Code Sections 501 and 506 CAUTION This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magni tude to constitute a risk of fire or electric shock CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOTREMOVE COVER This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance NO USER SERVIC EABLE PARTS INSIDE instructions in the literature accompanying this product REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVIC E PERSONNEL Limited Warranty WHO PROVIDES THE LIMITED WARRANTY During the warranty period the Go Video Warranty Administrator will honor service through an authorized service center for 90 days labor one 1 year parts from the original date of consumer
46. icence and is not an invitation to make or playback unlawful copies of copyrighted movies rentals or other works DO NOT USE THIS PRODUCT TO MAKE UNLAWFUL RECORDINGS OR UNLAWFUL COPIES OF VIDEOCASSETTES OBTAIN PRIOR WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION FROM THE COPYRIGHT OWNERS GO VIDEO INC 5 7835 East McClain Drive G 9 VI D F Scottsdale Arizona USA 85260 A Printed in Korea For your nearest Go Video service facility dial 800 992 8777 1991 Go Video Inc
47. ke 8 ACCESSORIES Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The video unit may fall causing serious injury to achild or adult and serious damage to the unit Use only with acart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video unit Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use amounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer 8A An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combina tion to overturn PORTABLE CART WARNING Symbol RETAC 9 VENTILATION Slots and openings rA imet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered Never place your VCR on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface on or near a radiator or heat register This video unit 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 10 POWER SOURCES This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company For video units intended to be operated from battery power
48. l track Video In connection RCA 1 0 V p p 75 ohms unbalanced Video Out connection RCA 1 0 V p p 75 ohms unbalanced Color Monochrome more than 230 lines Better than 43 dB Audio In connections RCA stereo 8 dBu 50 K ohm unbalanced Audio Out connections RCA stereo 6 dBu 10 K ohm unbalanced Better than 40 dB Dolby NR OFF Better than 45 dB Dolby NR ON SP 6 dB 100 Hz 10 KHz LP 6 dB 100 Hz 7 KHz EP 6 dB 100 Hz 5 KHz VHF input Ch 2 Ch 13 UHF input Ch 14 Ch 69 Cable Ch 4A to W 58 75 ohm unbalanced Channel 3 or 4 66 dBu 75 ohm unbalanced 120V AC 60 Hz 41 104 degrees Fahrenheit 10 75 percent humidity 11 8 kg 514 mm X 107 mm X 420 mm 26 Ibs 20 1 4 x 4 1 4 x 16 1 2 41 Index Adapter 5 10 AmeriChrome Copy 13 AmeriChrome Copy Indicator 28 Antenna Connections 32 33 Antenna Source 26 Audio In and Out 15 37 38 Audio Menu 24 Audio Source 24 Auto Play 23 30 Auto Power Off 30 Auto Power On 30 Auto Program 26 Auto Rewind 23 30 Auto Stop 30 AV IN Button 9 Cable Coaxial 5 10 Twin lead 5 Cable Connections 34 36 Camcorders 37 Care and Cleaning 40 CATV 26 CH 3 CH 4 Selector 5 Channel Down Button 6 9 Channel Indicator 28 Channel Memory 26 27 Channel Tuner Menu 26 27 Channel Up Button 6 9 Clock 25 Coaxial Connectors 5 Converter 35 36 Copy Tape 13 Copy Tape Button 6 9 13 Copy Tape Indicator 6 Counter Time Display Bu
49. makes exceptional recordings from video cameras laser disc players and other VCRs Play and record video tapes in stereo Pages 24 38 You can play prerecorded and home video tapes in stereo for improved sound definition Y our VCR 2 also tunes MTS broadcast stereo programs for recording full stereo sound Quick Connections VCR 2 Cable supplied VHF UHF a Coaxial s25 Horov or E ODL FROM ANTENNA oo SID o L L S Twin lead Adapter L rn ANTENNA CABLES VCR 2 BACK PANEL To connect your VCR 2 to your TV follow these four simple steps More advanced connection instructions begin on page 32 Place your VCR 2 next to your TV and plug the VCR 2 power cord into a wall outlet Detach the antenna cable from your TV it will be either a round coaxial cable or a flat twin lead cable Attach this cable to the In from Antenna Cable connection on the back panel of your VCR 2 If your antenna cable is twin lead use the supplied adapter I A cable is supplied with your VCR 2 Connect the coaxial round end of this cable to the Out to TV connection on your VCR 2 back panel Use the he spied ee if your an tenna cable is twin lead Connect the other end of the supplied cable to the antenna connection on the back of your TV Depending on the type of antenna connection your TV has you will connect either the round coaxial conne
50. ng received by the VCR 2 tuner Clock Tape Counter Displays the present time or Tape Counter number Day of Week Displays the current day Deck Status Displays the present status of the last deck viewed such as REC when a recording is in progress Deck Status is blank if that deck does not contain a tape LINE This indicator reserved for future use MONO Indicates that the Audio Source is set to Mono ON Indicates that One Two Recording isin progress OTR Indicates that One Two Recording is in progress PROG Indicates that a Timer Recording event has been programmed SAP Indicates that a Second Audio Program SAP signal is being received SAPSET Indicates that the Audio Source is set to SAP or SAP TV SIMUL Indicates that the Audio Source is set to Simulcast Speed Displays the present recording or play speed STEREO Indicates that a stereo signal is being received Tape Indicates that a tape is in one or both of the decks TIMER Indicates that a Timer Recording event is in progress or a Timer Recording event has been set and your VCR 2 is off Blinks for Timer Record Error VCR Indicates that your VCR 2 is the source of the picture on your TV screen 29 Auto Features 30 Your VCR 2 has a number of automatic features that simplify tape viewing Auto Play When a tape with no record safety tab is inserted into either deck your VCR 2 begins playing the tape The TV VCR indicator switch
51. ny number of tapes onto one master tape Other Key Features of Y our VCR 2 Operate and program your VCR 2 without getting out of your chair Pages 8 9 11 You can perform all operations including setting a Timer Recording with the advanced Remote Control Search for a favorite segment on a tape with Picture Scan or Jet Search Page 12 Picture Scan lets you view the tape at up to 9 times the normal play speed and Jet Search at up to 21 times the normal play speed in forward or reverse Set a timed recording with a single button Page 18 One Two Recording is asimple way to record a TV program Set the timer to record up to 16 hours of programs for weeks months or even years in advance Pages 19 21 The advanced circuitry of Timer Recording will let you program up to 16 events for onetime daily or weekly recording View and change VCR 2 settings and Timer Recording settings right on your TV screen Pages 19 27 On Screen Programming makes it simple to change tape speed clock calendar and timer settings and much more Memory backup for Speed Timer and Channel Memory settings Your VCR 2 remembers these settings even after power failures When the power fails all you need to reset is the clock Play and record tapes with Dolby noise reduction Page 24 These special circuits improve sound quality by reducing tape hiss during soft passages Record from a video camera or other video source Page 37 Your VCR 2
52. on 7 9 Tape Compartment 6 7 Tape Counter 31 Technical Specifications 41 Temperature 40 41 Timer Recording 19 21 Timer Record Error 21 44 Timer Recording Menu 19 21 Timer Recording Summary 19 Tracking Control 7 12 Troubleshooting 44 Tuner Button 9 TV SAP 24 TV VCR Button 7 9 TV VCR Indicators 7 TV View Button 7 TV View Indicators 7 28 Twin lead Connectors 5 Up Button 9 Video Cameras 37 Video In amp Out 15 37 Video Menu 23 43 Troubleshooting A A strong static electricity shock or other unforeseen circumstance can cause the control system your VCR 2 to lock up To reset the control system unplug the power cord from the wall outlet for 5 seconds and plug it in again If this does not restore all operations to normal unplug it again for two minutes You will then need to reset the clock If this still does not restore all operations to normal unplug the cord for two minutes and hold down the Front Panel Reset button while plugging in the cord This last step will clear all memories deck speeds Timer Recordings and Channel Memory in your VCR 2 If these steps do not correct the problem the VCR 2 must be serviced by an authorized service center A TROUBLE No power Tape cannot be inserted Tape cannot be removed TV programs cannot be recorded Timer Recording will not function Timer Record Error message on OSD TIMER blinking on Front Panel Display Play picture is bad or missing
53. or other sources refer to the operating instructions 11 GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2 wire AC line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other or a 3 wire grounding plug having a third grounding pin The 2 wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug still fails to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug Safety Instructions Safety Instructions 12 POWER CORD PROTECTION Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords of plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the unit Eog 13 OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges LEAD IN Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1984 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to
54. purchase See below for commercial industrial or educational use coverage WHO IS PROTECTED This warranty protects the original consumer owner of this Go Video product WHAT IS COVERED AND HOW LONG This warranty covers internal operating parts and service labor to repair or replace covered parts in this Go Video product for 90 days labor one 1 year parts from the date of purchase defined as follows 1 Original Consumer Retail Purchase 2 First Rental Purchase Agreement or 3 First Lease Purchase Agreement the Warranty Period Labor and replacement parts supplied during the Warranty Period are covered only for the remaining portion of the original Warranty Period The Go Video Warranty Administrator shall have no liability for service under this warranty if non OEM replacement parts are used in the repair of your Go Video product WHAT MUST THE OWNER DO IF SERVICE IS REQUIRED If service under this warranty is required contact your original Go Video dealer or call the Go Video service number below to determine the nearest authorized Go Video service center Go Video s warranty pays for anew or remanufactured part to replace any part found to be defective during the Warranty Period as well as reimbursement for approved labor costs to an authorized service center The owner will be responsible for any service call charge or trip charge OTHER WARRANTY COVERAGE Commercial industrial or educational use has the same warranty cov
55. r Recording Menu Escape Button Press to exit the current On Screen Programming menu and return to the previous menu Press to erase any changes you have made in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu Front Panel Display Displays the status of your VCR 2 See the detailed explanation on page 29 FWD Fast Forward Buttons Press to advance the tape when your VCR 2 is stopped When your VCR 2 is playing press Fast Forward for forward Picture Scan press Fast Forward twice for forward Jet Search Menu Button Press to display the On Screen Programming Main Menu on your TV screen Other menus are accessed through the Main Menu Next Button Press to change the setting of the current menu selection Press to move to the next menu selection in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu Pause Edit Buttons Press to temporarily stop the tape while playing or recording Should not be used for more than 3 minutes at atime Your VCR 2 will Auto Stop after 5 minutes in play still or record pause Play Buttons Press to play atape Press to continue playing after pause or Picture Scan Jet Search Power Button Press to turn your VCR 2 on and off Press to change Auto Power Off mode during rewind or Timer Recording See page 30 6 Power Indicator Lights when power is on Blinks during Auto Power Off Dual Deck VCR 2 Front Panel Tape Compartment STOP PAUSE Ee PLAY gt 44 REW FWD gt gt MN
56. sesssssrscsssessestsereerees Inside Front Cover Go Video and VCR 2 are registered trademarks of Go Video Inc Copy Tape AmeriChrome Copy One Two Recording and Dual Deck System are trademarks of Go Video Inc Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby is a trademark of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 3 Features of Your Dual DDeck VCR 2 Exclusive Features of Your VCR 2 AmeriChrome Copy Circuitry Page 13 Your VCR 2 s exclusive AmeriChrome Copy circuitry replaces the normal video processing system to maintain the high quality of your original tape AmeriChrome Copy also synchronizes the deck speeds for optimum duplication results Copy one tape to another with one touch simplicity Page 13 The Copy Tape button enables you to duplicate tapes with unequaled clarity at a single touch of a button View a prerecorded tape while recording a TV program Page 14 Only the VCR 2 features the Dual Deck System so that you can watch a prerecorded tape while recording from TV Record two programs from TV at the same time Page 15 The exclusive Dual Deck System lets you record two different programs at the same time Of course the TV doesn t have to be your only source you can record from TV while making a live recording with a video camera or recording from another VCR or laser disc player Edit video tapes Pages 16 17 Copy segments from a
57. specifications Do not place your VCR 2 near appliances with electric motors Do not put anything on top of your VCR 2 Keep liquids and food away from your VCR 2 Cleaning the VCR 2 Cabinet Dust the surface using a soft cloth Use the dusting attachment of your vacuum occasionally to remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top back sides and bottom of the cabinet Cleaning the Video Heads Playing poor quality or damaged tapes in your VCR 2 can contaminate the video heads Use only high quality tapes in your VCR 2 Dirt which accumulates on the video heads may cause the picture to blur If this happens the video heads need to be cleaned Purchase a non abrasive head cleaning tape from your video dealer Be sure to follow the instruc tions that come with the cleaning tape excessive use of a cleaning tape can shorten head life Cleaning by any means other than a cleaning tape will void your warranty Care of Video Tapes Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight extreme heat or extreme cold Do not disassemble any cassette Do not touch the tape Rewind tapes after use and store in protective cases Remove the record safety tab to prevent recording over previous record ings Humidity Requirements If your VCR 2 is suddenly moved from a cold to a warm place moisture may form inside the unit Before operating allow at least 2 hours after plugging in the power cord for your VCR 2 to dry completely Failure to do so may cause
58. tes Memory Stop You will see an M below the Tape Counter setting on the OSD Your VCR 2 will stop at 0000 when rewinding or fast forwarding if the Front Panel Display is set to Tape Counter for that deck 31 Antenna Connections a Coaxial or 8p Twin lead Adapter supplied ANTENNA CABLES 32 There are numerous possibilities for connecting your VCR 2 your TV your antenna or cable system your other video equipment and your stereo receiver To choose an installation that fits your needs and your equipment follow these steps If you don t have a cable system see Antenna Connections on this and the next page If you have acable system but have no scrambled channels use Cable Connection 1 page 34 If you have a cable system with a converter some or all channels scrambled use Cable Connection 2 or Cable Connection 3 or consult your cable company for advice on other connections which may require additional equipment ounce VHF UHF Antennas VHF only UHF only Connect your antenna cable to the In from Antenna Cable connection use the supplied adapter if your cable is twin lead A cable is supplied with your VCR 2 Connect the coaxial round end of this cable to the Out to TV connection Connect the other end of the supplied cable to the combined VHF UHF input on your TV Use a VHF UHF splitter not included if your TV has separate VHF and UHF inp
59. tton 6 9 42 Deck 1 Button 9 Deck 2 Button 9 Deck Status 28 Display Button 9 Dolby Noise Reduction 24 Down Button 6 9 Duplicating a Tape 13 Duration of Recordings 18 19 Editing 16 17 Eject 7 9 Error Message 44 Escape Button 6 9 Event Number 19 Event Type 20 Fast Forward Button 6 9 Front Panel 6 7 Front Panel Display 6 29 Holding Event 21 HRC CATV 26 IRC CATV 26 Jet Search 12 Laser Disc Players 37 Last Channel Viewed Button 9 Limited Warranty Inside Front Cover Main Menu 22 Memory Stop 30 31 Menu Button 6 9 Monitor 39 Mono 24 MTS Stereo 38 Next Button 6 9 Numeric Buttons 9 11 One Two Recording 18 On Screen Display 28 On Screen Programming 22 27 Pause Button 9 Pause Edit Button 6 Picture Scan 12 Play Button 6 9 Playing a Tape 12 Power Button 7 9 Power Indicator 7 Previous Button 9 Programming See On Screen Programming or Setting the Timer Record Button 7 9 Record Safety Tab 12 13 Recording 14 Recording Two Programs 15 Remote Control 8 9 10 Remote Load Eject 23 30 Reset Button 7 9 Rewind Button 7 9 Save Button 7 9 Scrambled Channels 32 Second Audio Program SAP 24 Service 44 Back Cover Index Set Date and Time Menu 25 Setting the Timer 19 21 Priorities 21 Sharpness Control 7 12 Simulcast 24 38 Source 14 Source Button 7 9 Source Indicators 7 28 Speed 23 STD CATV 26 Stereo 24 Still Tracking Control 12 Stop Eject Butt
60. ugh the compartment door of either deck Your VCR 2 will automati cally finish loading the tape Tracking Controls Turn to eliminate noise white streaks across the picture during play There are separate controls for Decks 1 and 2 TV VCR Button Press to select the source of the picture on your TV screen TV for your TV tuner VCR for your VCR 2 TV View TV VCR Indicators Indicate the source of the picture on your TV screen TV for your TV tuner VCR for your VCR 2 TV View TV View Button Press to select the TV View Deck 1 Deck 2 Tuner or AV N when the TV VCR button is set to VCR TV View Indicators Indicate the video source that has been selected with the TV View button Dual Deck VCR 2 Remote Control 00000 gA LCV U I1 20 UP RESET STOP EJ ECT STO P EJ ECT O J PREV NEXT PLAY PLAY gp o0l 9P 0 DOWN REW FWD PAUSE REW FWD PAUSE O0 lo Olo MENU SAVE SO URC E REC SOURC E DECK 1 DECK 2 TUNER AVeIN Follow these instructions to install or replace the Remote Control battery Remove the battery compartment door on the bottom of the Remote Control Install one 9 volt battery as indicated on the battery compartment Replace the battery compartment door To find acomplete description of the features mentioned in this section consult the Index pages 42 43 A Neon light ma
61. uts Dual Deck VCR Cable supplied VHF UHF CH3 cha GP ourw w ANTENNA CD IN FROM ANTEN TV BACK PANEL DUAL DEC K VCR BAC K PANEL Antenna Connections Separate VHF and UHF antennas 0 If both antennas have twin lead cables connect both to the In from Antenna Cable connection using the supplied adapter OR If one antenna cable is coaxial and one is twintead use a VHF UHF combiner not included to connect to the In from Antenna Cable connection A cable is supplied with your VCR 2 Connect the coaxial round end of this cable to the Out to TV connection Connect the other end of the supplied cable to the combined VHF UHF input on your TV Use a VHF UHF splitter not included if your TV has separate VHF and UHF inputs We R 2 fey sup plie Combiner ae X VHF UHF U Coaxial E ex g ODN FROM ANTENNA SG K4 T BACK PANEL So Twin lead Adapter VCR 2 BACK PANEL ANTENNA CABLES 33 Cable Connection 1 Use this connection if your cable system does not require a converter You can record any channel while viewing that channel or any other channel Your VCR 2 can be turned off during normal TV viewing Turn on your TV and VCR 2
62. video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to a dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 19 DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE Unplug this video unit 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 any liquid has been spilled onto or objects have fallen into the video unit c If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water d If the video unit does not operate normally by following the operating instruction 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 unit to its normal operation e If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 20 REPLACEMENT PARTS When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 21 SAFETY CHECK Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in
63. was recorded with Dolby NR and turn off Dolby NR if the tape you are playing was not recorded with Dolby NR When duplicating a tape recorded with Dolby NR turn off Dolby NR for both decks for the best results Audio Source sets the audio output from the VCR 2 tuner Mono produces monaural sound for all programs Stereo produces stereo sound if the program is broadcast in stereo otherwise the sound is mono SAP produces Second Audio Program sound usually a second language All SAP broad casts are mono TV SAP produces normal sound from one speaker and SAP sound from the other Simul receives mono or stereo audio input from the Audio In connections on your VCR 2 back panel Use Simul to record Simulcasts See page 38 or when you have other audio equipment con nected to your VCR 2 see page 37 When the Audio Source is set to SAP or TV SAP SAPSET will be illumi nated on the Front Panel Display When you tune your VCR 2 to a channel with SAP SAP will light on the Front Panel Display If SAP or TV SAP is selected and the transmission does not contain SAP then normal stereo audio will be heard A On Screen Programming Set Date and Time You must set your VCR 2 clock and calendar before using Timer Recording Your VCR 2 will accurately maintain its calendar up to December 31 2090 os once you have set the date and time unless power is interrupted The clock must be reset after a power interruption
64. xt to choose it You ll see the Timer Recording Menu m Use Previous and Next to move from one selection to another Use the Numeric buttons or the Up Down buttons to change the settings for each selection Use apreceding zero 0 before single digit entries or press Next after the first digit Set the Month the event will be recorded January is 01 October is 10 etc Set the Y ear the event will be recorded Enter only the last two digits 91 92 93 etc Set the Day the event will be recorded Continued on page 20 Setting the Timer to Record Later oopte go 00000 Y STOP EJ ECT J PLAY _ PLAY _ D adaool lav Oo DOWN REW FWD inns REW FWD PAUSE ICN Oo CO OC CO O i MENU SAVE ESC SOURCE REC SOURCE REC H iw L a DECK1 DECK2 TUNER AVeIN STOP EJ ECT MAIN MENU VIDEO MENU AUDIO MENU SET DATE AND TIME TIMER RECORDING CHANNEL TUNER MENU WHEN OK PUSH SAVE SELECT EVENT 01 EVENT DATE TIME 1 MON JAN 1 12 03PM 2 CH02 NRM SP 2 SET MONTH J UNE 1991 SU MO TU WE TH 1 00 PM FR SA 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 17 18 19 20 21 22 24 25 26 27 28 29 DECK 2 NRM SP WHEN OK PUSH SAVE OHR 30MIN CH 10 19 Setting the Timer to Record Later 2O20004 0000009 20 TV VCR cH 0 2 CTR STOP EJ ECT STOP EJ ECT QO
65. y disrupt the signal from the Remote Control Keep neon lights aw ay from your VCR 2 and Remote Control A Dual DDeck VCR 2 Remote Control AV IN Button Press to change the TV View to AV N for input from another VCR laser disc player video camera etc CH Channel Down Button Press to select the next lower TV channel in Channel Memory CH A Channel Up Button Press to select the next higher TV channel in Channel Memory Copy Tape Button Press to start and stop AmeriChrome Copy CTR Counter Time Display Button Press to switch the Front Panel Display between Clock and Tape Counter Tape Counter is displayed for the most recently viewed deck Deck 1 Button Press to change the TV View to Deck 1 Deck 2 Button Press to change the TV View to Deck 2 Down Button Press to move down through menu selections during On Screen Programming Press to change settings in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu DSP Display Button Displays or clears the On Screen Display on your TV screen See detailed explanation of OSD on page 28 ESC Escape Button Press to exit the current On Screen Programming menu and return to the previous menu Press to erase any changes you have made in the Set Date and Time Menu or Timer Recording Menu FWD Fast Forward Buttons Press to advance the tape when your VCR 2 is stopped When your VCR 2 is playing press Fast Forward for forward Picture Scan press Fast Forward twice

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