Zenith VRC410 VCR
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1. Speed Search CM Skip English Spanish French Menus 1 Year 8 Event Timer LED Front Panel Indicator Auto Daylight Savings Time Hook up Cable VCR to TV Energy Saving gt lt gt lt XxX XxX lt lt X lt lt Xx gt lt gt lt XxX XxX XxX X x Xx 1 Model VRC410 is used for the description operation and details provided in this operating guide 2 VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice X Feature is provided N A Feature is Not Available INSTALLATION PAGE 7 Connections for your VCR Required connections for your VCR Connections Without a Cable Box Antenna Flat Wire 300 ohm OR Back Panel of Monaural VCR Peai eB 300 75 ohm Adaptor Not provided CH3 CH4 Wall J ack Back Panel of Typical TV 5 S 5 VHF UHF CATV out ouT R AUDIO L VIDEO ANT This cable is provided with your VCR Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections Connections With a Cable Box Back Panel of Monaural VCR Back Panel of Typical TV IN IN Ov Oor VHF UHF CATV R AUDIO L VIDEO ANT VHF UHF ICATV IN CH3 CH4 Back Panel of Typical Cable Box Cable TV Wall J ack This cable is provided with your VCR Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections PAGE 8 INSTALLATION Connections for your VC2. Press the TV VCR button on remote repeatedly to choose VCR mode VCR indicator light appears in VCR front panel VCR features do not function VCR does not respond to remote functions or VCR keys VCR is locked up Playing Tapes Playback Problems Disconnect VCR power cord for three 3 minutes Reset clock and other features as necessary Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Tape will not rewind or fast forward Tape is fully rewound or is at its end No action necessary Mechanical sound is audible during playback Note This is normal operating sound from internal mechanisms No action necessary Tape playback does not appear on TV screen Source for TV is not selected properly Set Input source on TV to Audio Video In or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4 as appropriate TV VCR mode for VCR is set to TV Press the TV VCR button repeatedly to choose VCR mode VCR indicator light appears in VCR front panel Video noise horizontal streaks appear during normal tape playing Tape is a rental or was recorded on another VCR Use TRK w a for manual tracking adjustment while tape is playing Tape heads are dirty Clean video heads VCR Status Display flickers when using STILL video during tape playback Tape tracking needs to be adjusted while in slow motion playback From STILL video mode enable slow motion playback Use
3. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR On or set Enables Timer controlled button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR recording if an event is scheduled indicator light appears in the VCR front panel in the Timer You cannot operate the VCR manually while it is in Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV Timer Set mode If you have scheduled the Timer you ll be recording at a later time Turn TV and VCR on Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR Program events to be recorded with the Timer by following the procedure in the TIMER MENU section If you have a cable box select channel 3 or 4 ar the 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 to indicate the VCR is in the TIMER recording mode Easy Watch Playback Playing back the portion you just recorded Using Easy Watch Playback after timer recording is conve nient You can make timer recordings and play back only the portion you just recorded with the timer by pressing a single button later Stop recording when recording without timer EZ WATCH button on the VCR lights Note If another operation button is pressed after you stop recording Easy Watch Playback will be canceled Press EZ WATCH on the VCR or remote control The tape rewinds to the start of the recorded portion and playback
4. Saving ON or OFF SETUP MENU Show or hide the VCR status on your screen by using the ON SCREEN DISPLAY option on the SETUP MENU SETUP menu We recommend keeping this option ON SCREEN DISPLAY ON ON See the SETUP menu for details AUTO PROGRAM CH ADD DEL SOURCE ON SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE SELECT Press number keys QUIT exit SETUP MENU EION HOFF Press number keys then ENTER QUIT exit Press NUMBER 1 or 2 to choose ON or OFF CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS Front Panel Diagram Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCR Front Panel Controls PAGE 13 These controls perform basic VCR operations The Remote performs basic as well as advanced VCR operations POWER On Off Button Selector Stop Eject Cassette Compartment PLAY REW Rewind F FWD Fast Forward PAUSE Selector power cstin vor rec timer _ c u m LED Front Panel Indicators Audio Video A V Channel Up Down Auxiliary In Jacks Selector AUX2 LED Front Panel Indicators power cstin ver rec VCR is turned on ____t mm A Cassette is in the VCR VCR functions are available and channels are selected at VCR REC I TR Easy Watch Button Instant Timer and Indicator Record Selector Remote Window Keep this area free of obstruction VCR is in Timer recording VCR is recording PAGE 14 CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS VCR Status Displays On S
5. and displays on the TV Audio Menu The AUDIO Menu specifies the speakEZ function The AUDIO Menu indicates the SpeakEZ mode used in the menu 1 Press MENU to see main menu 2 Press 4 to see the AUDIO menu AUDIO MENU 3 Press 1 or 2 to turn SpeakEZ ON or OFF SpeakEZ ON JON HOFF Press number keys then ENTER QUIT exit SpeakEZ Turns SpeakEZ ON or OFF A voice tells you how to use the features you select in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON ON is recommended OPERATION PAGE 19 Watching TV Through the VCR This page shows a typical video system and explains how to select channels All Channel Zenith TV Antenna J Cable TV Tah Direct Cable Or M F gt gt Zenith VCR VHF UHF CABLE IN Le VCR Output to TV AUDIO VIDEO Channel 3 or 4 when Ges VHF UHF CATV OUT out VCR is on and TV VCR iN is in VCR position Cable Box Output to VCR gt gt Audio Video Output to TV Selecting Channels when the VCR is OFF Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is ON 1 Turn TV on 1 Turn TV and VCR on 2 Select channel you d like to watch at the TV If you have 2 Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR button on a cable box select channel 3 or 4 at the TV Select cable the remote control repeatedly until the VCR indicator box channels at the cable box appears in the front panel of the V
6. CR Selecting Channels at the TV when VCR is ON Select channels 3 or 4 at the TV If your TV is equipped 1 Turn TV and VCR on with A V input jacks check your TV operating manual to select the A V source for a better picture 2 Place VCR in TV mode by pressing the TV VCR button on the remote control repeatedly until the VCR indicator Select the channel you d like to watch at the VCR If you disappears from the front panel of the VCR have a cable box select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR Select cable box channels at the cable box Select channel you d like to watch at the TV If you have a cable box select channel 3 or 4 at the TV Select cable box channels at the cable box PAGE 20 OPERATION Camcorder Connected to VCR This page describes how to connect a camcorder to your VCR Front Panel of VCR Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections A V cable is not provided with VCR Select AUX for Viewing an Audio Video source like a Camcorder 1 With TV and VCR on place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR button on the remote and repeat until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR s front panel SETUP MENU Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV Note If your TV has A V jacks you may get a better picture if you connect your VCR SOURCE TUNER TV there Then select the A V source on the TV TV CATV AUX1 FJAUX2 At the VCR Channel Down lower than the lowest channel or Press number k
7. NDIRECT OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT Customer Service Zenith National Response Center 201 James Record Road Building 3 Huntsville AL 35824 Phone 256 772 1515 Fax 256 774 4070 email customer service zenith com ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Zenith Part No 206 3606 1000 MILWAUKEE AVENUE GS 3835RM0039C GLENVIEW ILLINOIS 60025 2493 Printed in Korea Issue O
8. R Optional connections for your VCR Audio Video A V Connections to TV Use A V connections for a better picture Back Panel of Monaural VCR Back Panel of Typical Monaural TV AUDIO VIDEO VHF UHF CATV ANT IN CH3 CH4 Note If the back panel on your TV is different refer to the TV s operating guide Turn off power A V cable is not provided with VCR A or unplug VCR before making any connections Accessory Audio Video A V Connections to VCR Accessory Component Another VCR Camcorder Video Camera Back Panel of Monaural VCR Satellite Receiver J ack panel of Accessory Laser Disc Player CH3 CH4 Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections A V cable is not provided with VCR Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR PROGRAM MONTH DAY START STOP CHANNEL SPEED REPEAT 1 8 to select program ENTER to adjust program TIMER CLOCK MENU AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING ON HON HOFF MANUAL CLOCK SET CH ADD DEL SOURCE Press number keys QUIT exit CLOCK SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM ON SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE SELECT Press number keys SETUP INSTALLATION PAGE 9 AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ ON JON HOFF 1 2 3 4 5 Press number keys then ENTER QUIT exit AUDIO QUIT exit Loo 4 Press NUMBER 1 2 3 4 button SpeakEZ P
9. TER a third time to show only the tape time remaining 4 Press ENTER repeatedly until all displays are removed The Buttons on Your Remote A quick list of all the buttons on your remote control and what they do CH W A Channel Selectors Also selects AUX A V input channel CM SKIP Fast forwards picture search through 30 seconds of recording EJ ECT Ejects the tape from the VCR ENTER Programs menu options and shows VCR display EZ WATCH Press to play back the portion you just recorded F FWD Fast Forward Advances tape rapidly MEMORY Returns real time tape counter to zero M 0 00 00 MENU Shows main menu Numbers Chooses channels and enters programming information PAUSE Pauses tape temporarily during playback or record PLAY Begins tape playback POWER Turns VCR On and Off Also turns VCR Timer Off and On if programmed QUIT Exits menu system REC ITR Begins tape recording REW Rewinds tape to the beginning SP EP Chooses tape recording speed STOP Cancels playback or record modes TRK W A Adjusts tape playback tracking TV VCR Switches source of TV picture between TV channel and VCR channel selection VCR functions are available in VCR mode Turns VCR On Off Shows main menu Enters a Menu Tape Play Record Options Direct Channel and Programming Entry Switches TV Picture between TV and VCR Cha
10. TRK w a to adjust tracking for best picture Return to PLAY mode then press PAUSE for STILL video TROUBLESHOOTING PAGE 29 Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself Channel Tuning Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Some channels are skipped over when _ Those channels were deleted with the Use CH ADD DEL to restore channels using CH W A CH ADD DEL option See SETUP Menu on page 18 for details Picture and sound are weak or missing Antenna or cables are loose Tighten connections or replace cable Wrong SOURCE option is being used Try all SOURCE options See SETUP menu on page 18 for details Recording Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Camcorder image is not shown Camcorder is off Turn camcorder on and operate properly Camcorder image via A V input to VCR VCR SOURCE is not set to AUX Use CH V A to select AUX A V is not shown on TV screen input channel Timer recording is not possible Clock in VCR is not set to correct time Set clock to correct time See CLOCK menu on page 16 VCR is on which disables timer Turn VCR off to enable timer TIMER indicator light appears in the VCR front panel Timer has been programmed Reprogram Timer See TIMER menu on incorrectly page 17 TIMER indicator light does not appear Reprogram Timer and turn VCR off to after programming timer enable timer TIMER indicator light appears
11. TUP MENU INSTALLATION PAGE 11 Before you operate your VCR Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR Set Date and Time for Clock Required Set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time See CLOCK Menu on page 16 for details o o You must set the clock before you can use lt gt any Timer controlled VCR features e g TIMER recordings Select Source for VCR Optional Set the source of the VCR for the type of program signal you have connected to the ANT IN jack on the back of the VCR Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR Choose CATV if you have a cable system with or without a cable box connected to the VCR Choose AUX1 or AUX2 if you have an accessory Audio Video A V connected to the VCR See SOURCE option on SETUP menu page 18 for details Use Auto Program to Find Channels Required Use AUTO PROGRAM to find active channels in your broadcast area AUTO PROGRAM stores the active channels that you can access by using the CH W A 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 can list your favorites See CH ADD DEL on the SETUP Menu page 18 for details CLOCK MENU AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING ON HON HOFF MANUAL CLOCK SET Press number keys QUIT exit CLOCK MENU P
12. VCR in TIMER mode by pressing POWER to turn off the VCR The TIMER indicator light appears in the front panel of the VCR You cannot operate the VCR manually while it is recording Pressing POWER stops the recording To Erase a Program 1 Press 2 to see the TIMER menu Press NUMBER 1 8 to select desired PROGRAM to be erased Press MENU to see main menu Press 0 to erase the program Press QUIT to exit the menu system 1 8 to select program ENTER to adjust program 1 8 to select program PROGRAM J MONTH DAY START STOP CHANNEL SPEED REPEAT 1 8 to select program ENTER to adjust program Program Number When highlighted press NUMBER 1 8 to choose program Number REPEAT OPTIONS ONCE Records once WEEKLY Records once each week DAILY Records one time each day Monday Friday CHANNEL OPTIONS To select an AUX channel select the next highest or lowest channel programmed in the VCR with the CH W A SPEED OPTIONS SP or EP The SP mode determines how much tape is left and switches speed from SP to EP if necessary to complete recording the program There will be some picture and sound distortion at the point of the speed change AM PM OPTIONS Press 1 for AM Press 2 for PM PROGRAM J MONTH 7 JULY DAY 20 THU START 11 16 AM STOP 11 46 AM CHANNEL 20 TV SPEED EP REPEAT ONCE 1 8 to select program To erase press 0 Follow these step
13. ad this warranty carefully it is a LIMITED WARRANTY as defined under Federal Law This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state within the U S A ZENITH S RESPONSIBILITY Service Labor Parts Not Covered During a period of 90 days from effective warranty date Zenith will provide service labor by a Zenith authorized service center when needed as determined by Zenith as a result of manufacturing defects New or remanufactured replacements for factory defective parts will be supplied by a Zenith authorized service center for one year from effective warranty date Such replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period This warranty covers manufacturing defects and does not cover installation adjustment of customer controls in the home installation or repair of home antenna systems cable converters or cable company supplied equipment it also does not cover damage due to misuse abuse negligence acts of God or other causes beyond the control of Zenith Any alteration of the product after manufacture voids this warranty in its entirety OWNER S RESPONSIBILITY Effective Warranty Date Operating Guide Carry In Service TV Set Performance Important Warranty Service Warranty begins on the date of original consumer purchase For your convenience keep the dealer s dated bill of sale or a delivery ticket as evidenc
14. after VCR VCR is in Timer Recording mode This is the normal indication that the is turned off VCR is in TIMER mode Moisture Condensation Moisture condensation can occur In locations where moisture condensation may occur e When the video recorder is moved from a cold place toa Keep the power cord plugged into an AC outlet and warm place POWER On This will help prevent condensation Under extremely humid conditions e When condensation has occurred wait a few hours for the VCR to dry before using it Magnetic Field from Other Equipment Keep the VCR and videotapes away from strong magnetic fields such as those produced by a vacuum cleaner refrigerator or air conditioner Video Head Cleaning Your VCR automatically cleans the heads as it is used However after long periods of use your video heads may become clogged with accumulated dirt causing distortion When this occurs use a do it yourself wet type head cleaning cassette available from your Zenith dealer Caution Do not use a dry type head cleaning system It may seriously 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 cleaning Cabinet Cleaning Clean the outside surfaces of the VCR with a soft lint free cloth as required Use care not to scratch the VCR during cle
15. aning PAGE 30 SPECIFICATIONS Specifications GENERAL Head System Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Timer Weight Tape Speed WxHxD Tape Width Maximum Recording Time Rewind Time TUNER Antenna VHF Output Signal Channel Coverage VIDEO Video Signal System Input Output Signal to Noise Ratio AUDIO Input Output S N Ratio Frequency Range Supplied Accessory Two head VRC210 Four head VRC410 AC 120V 60Hz Approx 13 Watts 360 x 94 x 270mm 14 2 x 3 7 x 10 6 5 C 35 C 41 F 95 F Less than 80 RH 12 hour display type with AM PM Approx 3 4 kg 7 5 Ibs 33 35 mm sec 16 67 mm sec 11 12 mm sec 12 7 mm 2 HOURS T 120 6 HOURS T 120 8 HOURS T 160 Less than 210 seconds T 120 75 ohms 75 ohms Channel 3 or 4 2 13 14 69 1 125 4A A W W 1 W 84 A 5 A 1 EIA Standard 525 lines 60 fields NTSC type color signal 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced 1 0 Vp p 75 ohms unbalanced More than 43 dB SP mode 6 0 dBm more than 47 kohms 6 0 dBm less than 1 5 kohms More than 43 dB SP mode 200 Hz to 10kHz SP mode Hook up Cable VCR to TV 1 Batteries 2 Remote Control 1 Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice Weight and dimensions shown are approximate Recommended VCR Accessories VHS TAPE REWINDER Most repair work on VCRs and Camcorders is due to excessiv
16. attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electric Code U S A The code 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 the cable entry as practical REGULATORY INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable 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 and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION Do not attempt to modify this product in any way wit
17. begins Note When you set the timer for more than two timer programs The VCR starts playing back from the earliest one when you use Easy Watch Playback OPERATION J O 0000 010 0 0 Ea PAGE 27 PAGE 28 Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself Before Calling for Service Please refer to this chart before calling for service First turn on the TV and VCR Select appropriate input for the TV to receive the video signal from the VCR You will probably use the Antenna In connection to the TV Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR button on the remote repeatedly until VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel If you have a cable box turn it on and select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR Operating Problems Observed Condition No power to the VCR Possible Cause Power cord is not connected Probable Solution Connect power cord Remote does not function No picture appears on TV screen from any VCR function Batteries are weak Replace with new batteries You are too far away from the VCR Move closer to the VCR Remote may be at an awkward angle Source for TV is not selected properly Avoid holding the remote at sharp angle Set INPUT source on TV to Audio Video In or tune TV to Channel 3 or 4 as appropriate TV VCR mode for VCR is set to TV
18. ble Product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Any mounting of product should follow manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by manufacturer Transporting Product Move product and cart combinations with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause product and cart combination to overturn ae Ventilation Slots and openings in cabinet must not be blocked or covered They are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation and to protect from overheating Never block openings by placing product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Do not place product in built in installation such as a bookcase or rack 11 Power Sources Operate product only from type of power source indicated on marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local power company For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to manual Line Cord Polarization Product is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other As a safety feature this plug will fit into power outlet only one way If you re unable to insert plug fully into outlet try reversing the plug If plug still fai
19. creen displays tell you the status of the tape inserted and VCR functions Current mode of operation STOP PAUSE RECORD PLAY etc Current CH Channel selected by using tuner in VCR PLAY Tape Speed SP EP Extended Play LP Long Play SP Standard Play Current date day and time 15 MON 1 7 17 AM x VCRCH 11 M 1 35 45 Real time tape counter Typical VCR Status Display on TV M 1 35 45 7 Tape Counter Position VCR Status Display The VCR Status Display appears on the TV when a VCR function starts like when you change a channel or select a different VCR mode For example pressing STOP while the VCR is in PLAY mode shows STOP in the display Press ENTER on the remote at any time except Special Effects Playback mode SLOW STILL etc to see the Status Display Note If the VCR Status Display does not appear on the TV screen check the ON SCREEN DISPLAY option on the SETUP menu Select ON to see the display See Setup Menu section for details M Counter Memory is active Tape is rewound past index mark 1 35 45 Length of tape in time 1 1 hour 35 35 minutes 45 45 seconds REM 1 35 Tape Time Remaining VCR Status Display Options When the Status Display 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 Press EN
20. e rewinding Prolong the life of your video equipment with our rewinder ZEN 901 ON LY 1 4 n 9 9 Suis Cl WIRELESS INTERCOM SET Kids watching movies in another room Baby in another eo a room as you watch TV Keep tabs on them with our rene inexpensive Intercom set sa He e FM wireless two stations 3 channels plug into ree ce _ standard AC outlets me J e Relatively noiseless transmission for excellent sound palaces to four stations with additional set z Units wall mount or set on table J aug 1188 ONLY 49 99 Sire E sumone ZENITH 5 FUNCTION REMOTE m be 4 Broken or lost remote Need a second remote or more functions k ith IT o Order direct from Zenith rn Operates TV VCR CD DVD DIVX DSS amp Cable Box a pA Operates PIP and Most Screen Menus ooo e Extended Range amp MORE ooo Orders 1 year or more after product purchase may receive upgraded models T mafe Other Remotes with 3 4 5 amp 7 Functions Available Upon Request i Am z6N525 ONLY 19 99 Bii Emons L hho a zenith ORDER TODAY CALL OR FAX TOLL FREE Use Your Visa or MasterCard to Order 1 800 255 6790 PLEASE ALLOW 3 4 WEEKS FOR DELIVERY Pm Fax 1 888 693 6484 Coo email parts sales zenith com Your Zenith Limited Warranty VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER OR PLAYER Welcome into the Zenith family We believe that you will be pleased with your new Zenith Entertainment Machine Please re
21. e of the purchase date Read your Operating Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer controls 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 It is the owner s responsibility to maintain the TV receiver with which the video product is used and the associated antenna system in proper operating condition Product Registration Please fill out and mail your Product Registration Card It is imperative that Zenith know how to reach you promptly if we should discover a safety problem that could affect you For warranty service information contact any Zenith authorized service center Parts and service labor that are Zenith s responsibility see above will be provided without charge Other service is at the owner s expense If you have any problem in obtaining satisfactory warranty service call or write the Zenith Response Center You must provide the model number serial number and date of purchase or date of original installation Before you ask for warranty service read Maintenance And Troubleshooting in your operating guide You might avoid a service call THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND ZENITH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL I
22. en requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore product to normal operation If product has been dropped or cabinet has been damaged f If product exhibits a distinct change in performance Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock Heat Keep product away from heat sources such as radiators r heat registers stoves j or other products including amplifiers that produce heat Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on product Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as Opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask service technician to perform safety checks to determine that product is in proper operating condition Wall or Ceiling Mounting Mount product to wall or ceiling only as recommended by manufacturer INSTALLATION PAGE 5 Contents Index CONTENTS INDEX SAFETY TIPS Audio Menu INSTALLATION Auto Channel Search VCR Features Chart Connections Connections for Your VCR Channel Add Del Before you
23. er to page 7 and 8 l pag a Manual Playback Has Safety Tab Cassette 1 Press POWER to turn VCR on Safety Tab Shown in 2 Insert a prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR Place 3 Press PLAY to begin playback 4 Select the 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 if the tape is playing 2 Press STOP EJ ECT at the VCR until the cassette is ejected Note This VCR records only in SP and EP speeds Your VCR sets the playback speed automatically to the speed used to record the tape Continued on next page VHS Cassette Playback Record Times SP EP Standard Play Long Play Extended Play 30 Minutes 1 Hour 1 Hour 30 Minutes 1 Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours 2 Hours 4 Hours 6 Hours 2 Hours 5 Hours 8 Hours 40 Minutes 20 Minutes PAGE 22 OPERATION Playing Tapes This page explains how to use the remote to play tapes on your VCR Auto Manual Tracking Adjustment Your VCR adjusts tracking automatically when you play a tape If the tape was recorded on a different VCR streaks video noise may appear While the tape is playing press TRK W A to adjust the tracking manually Real Time Tape Counter Press ENTER twice to keep the tape counter on the TV screen Press ENTER repeatedly to remove all disp
24. eys Channel Up above the highest to select AUX2 then ENTER QUIT exit You can also choose the SETUP menu as described below Press 4 to select AUX2 Press MENU to see main menu Press 3 to see the SETUP menu Press 3 for the SETUP menu s SOURCE item Press 4 for AUX2 then ENTER Press QUIT to exit Items in the Menu SOURCE Shows the program source TV CATV or AUX selected for the VCR to receive TUNER The VCR is using its Tuner to receive programs from an antenna or cable TV Selects programs for the VCR from a rooftop type antenna CATV Selects programs for the VCR from Cable TV Selects programs for the VCR from the rear AUDIO VIDEO IN jacks where you may have connected your cam corder Selects programs for the VCR from the front AUDIO VIDEO IN jacks where you may have connected your camcorder OPERATION PAGE 21 Playing Tapes This page explains the basics of playing tapes in your VCR Promar Playback No Safety Tab 1 Tape playback begins automatically if the safety tab has m stop eject amp been removed from the cassette case For example most gt play rental movies have no safety tab Simply insert the O C ooo prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR Power will turn on automatically and playback will begin VCR s Controls Select the 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 Ref
25. h number 5 MAY 6 J UNE etc Press ENTER to move to next option Press QUIT to exit the menu system CLOCK MENU AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING ON HON HOFF MANUAL CLOCK SET Press number keys QUIT exit CLOCK MENU MONTH J JANUARY DAY 1 SAT YEAR 2000 TIME 12 00 AM Press number keys then ENTER QUIT exit Typical CLOCK Menu with date and time settings Timer Menu OPERATION PAGE 17 The TIMER Menu tells the VCR when to record a program on a day and at a time you specify You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one year period PROGRAM ff MONTH DAY START STOP CHANNEL SPEED REPEAT SpeakEZ CLOCK Press 2 TIMER a SETUP AUDIO Press number keys QUIT exit Month of Recordi Day of Recordi PROGRAM J MONTH 7 JULY DAY 20 THU START 11 16 AM STOP 11 46 AM CHANNEL 20 TV SPEED EP REPEAT ONCE Start Time of Recordi Stop Time of Recordi Channel of Recordi Speed of Recordi Toerase press 0 Frequency of Recordi Press QUIT Timer will be on when VCR is off How to Use Timer Press MENU to see main menu Press 2 to see the TIMER menu When the TIMER menu is displayed on screen press the NUMBER button to select the correct month then press the ENTER button again to move the next option or setting When you have entered all of the settings to your satisfaction press QUIT to exit the menu system Note Set the
26. hannel the VCR uses to send video signals to your TV The TV must be tuned to the same channel you set with the CH3 CH4 switch to see tape playback and status displays from the VCR To determine which video channel provides the best picture for your system try the switch in CH3 position and tune your TV to channel 3 then try the CH4 position and tune your TV to channel 4 For a test display press the TV 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 Press 4 AUDO SEND SpeakEZ ON JON HOFF Select SpeakEZ Function On Off SpeakEZ A voice tells you how to use the features in the CLOCK menus if SpeakEZ is ON ON is recommended TIMER SETUP Press number keys See the AUDIO Menu for details AUDIO thenENTER QUIT exit SpeakEZ only functions with Press number keys Press NUMBER 1 or 2 to mmr ENGLISH QUIT exit choose ON or OFF MAIN MENU Select Language for VCR Menus Displays Optional Select English Spanish or French for VCR menus and status displays See the LANGUAGE SELECT option on the SETUP menu for SETUP MENU details LANGUAGE SELECT ENGLISH AUTO PROGRAM JENGLISH HESPA OL CH ADD DEL k FRANCAIS SOURCE Press number keys ON SCREEN DISPLAY then ENTER QUIT exit LANGUAGE SELECT Press number keys Press NUMBER 1 2 or 3 QUIT exit to select the desired SETUP MENU language Press 5 SE
27. hout written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation Unauthorized modification could void the user s authority to operate this product This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Regulations Ce appareil num rique de la class b respecte toutes les exigences du Regulement sur le mat riel brouillier du Canada Zenith is a trademark of ZEC Copyright Zenith Electronics Corporation 2000 SAFETY TIPS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product 1 Read Instructions Read all of the safety and operating instructions before Operating the product Retain Instructions Keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference Heed Warnings Follow warnings on the product and in the operating guide Follow Instructions Follow all operating and use instructions Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by product manufacturer as they may cause hazards Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool Accessories Do not place product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or ta
28. lays The counter resets to 0 00 00 when you insert a cassette or when a tape is rewound to its beginning Pause Slow Motion Video While in play mode Press PAUSE for still video While in still REW Rewind video mode press F FWD or REW for slow motion Press F FWD or REW to control slow speed during slow motion Press PLAY to PLAY resume normal tape playing Tape Rewind and Fast Forward While in Stop mode Press and release REW or F FWD Fast Forward as desired Press STOP when tape reaches desired location Reverse Forward Search While in Play mode Press and release REW or F FWD as desired Press PLAY to resume normal tape playing CM Skip Commercial Skip While in play mode Pressing CM SKIP on the remote skips commercials or other program material Pressing 1 2 3 or 4 times skips 30 60 90 or 120 seconds respectively CM SKIP skips a full 120 seconds of commercials in a few seconds then resumes normal playback F FWD Fast Forward STOP TRK Tracking V A OPERATION PAGE 23 Instant Recording Recording what you are watching on TV Options You Can Use While Recording Instant recording lets you record until you reach the end of power tape or you press STOP to stop recording O e Cy rec itr Turn TV and VCR on l Remote s Controls Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel power im
29. ls to fit contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat safety purpose of polarized plug Power Cord Protection Route power supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from product Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product be sure antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the National Electrical Code USA ANSI NFPA 70 provides information on grounding of mast and supporting structure grounding of lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for grounding electrode See Fig 1 below Fig 1 ____ Antenna Lead in Wire Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810 20 Grounding Conductors iw NEC Section 810 21 G round Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250 Part H Electric Service Equipment PAGE 3 unless proper ventilation is provided or manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to NEC National Electrical Code Antenna grounding per NEC Code ANSI NFPA 70 PAGE 4 SAFETY TIPS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment f
30. machine numbers VRC410 VRC210 RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER Now while you can see it The model and serial number of your new VCR are located on the back of the VCR cabinet For your future convenience we suggest that you record these numbers here MODEL NO A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSI DE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance Q The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important WARNI NG TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE POWER CORD POLARIZATION CAUTION To Prevent Electric Shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert ATTENTION Pour viter les chocs lectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond NOTE TO CABLE TV INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer s
31. nnel 3 or 4 at the TV Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR button on the remote to show the VCR indicator light in the VCR s front panel OPERATION PAGE 25 power a 5 0 Remote s Controls O VCR s Controls m stop eject amp Options You Can Use While Recording Instant Recording until end of tape PAUSE Momentarily pauses recording Press PAUSE again to resume recording STOP or STOP EJ ECT Stops and exits recording mode PAGE 26 OPERATION Recording While You re Away This page explains how to use the Timer so that you can record while you are away PROGRAM J PROGRAM A SpeakEZ MONTH MONTH DAY CLOCK START START TIMER STOP STOP SETUP CHANNEL CHANNEL AUDIO SPEED SPEED REPEAT REPEAT Press number keys 1 8 to select program 1 8 to select program QUIT exit ENTER to adjust program ENTER to adjust program MAIN MENU TIMER MENU TIMER MENU for Program 1 for Program 8 Timer controlled recording lets you record shows VCR Operation with Timer Off or On unattended Pick a day and time up to one year in advance The show may be recorded once or on multiple days You can schedule up to eight different events into the PROGRAM TIMER for recording as long as no events overlap in the same time period VCR OPERATION Disables Timer controlled recording if an event is scheduled in the Timer All other VCR Operations can be used as desired
32. nnel Selectors Tuner To play back the por tion you just recorded OPERATION PAGE 15 Ejects a tape Channel Selectors Exits Any Menu Fast forwards picture search through 30 seconds of recording Adjusts tape playback tracking Chooses Tape Recording Speed Accesses Tape Counter Display Installing Batteries Be sure to install the batteries provided with this remote Match positive and negative with markings shown in battery compartment Note All VCR operations and menu options can be accessed by using the remote control PAGE 16 OPERATION Clock Menu The Clock Menu sets the clock in VCR to the current time How to Access Auto Daylight Savings Time This VCR can adjust the clock automatically for Daylight Savings Time 1 Press MENU to see Main Menu 2 Press 1 to see Clock Menu 3 Press 1 to choose ON on the Clock Menu Note We recommend that you set the clock using the MANUAL method the first time you use your VCR See MANUAL option for details 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 have to reset the clock and other features if a power outage lasts for more than 3 seconds How to Set Clock 1 Press MENU to see Main Menu Press 1 to see clock options Press 3 to adjust your options First insert the mont
33. operate your VCR Clock Set CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS Easy Watch Playback Front Panel Diagram Features Chart VCR Status Displays Front Panel Diagram OPERATION Instant Recording The Buttons on Your Remote Language Menu Clock Menu Main Menus Timer Menu Playing Tapes Setup Menu Remote Control Audio Menu Safety Information Watching TV Through the VCR Setup Menu Camcorder Connected to VCR SpeakEZ Function Playing Tapes Timer Menu Instant Recording Timer Controlled Recording Recording While You re Away Troubleshooting Easy Watch Playback VCR Status Displays TROUBLESHOOTING Warranty SPECIFICATIONS Watching TV through the VCR WARRANTY PAGE 6 INSTALLATION VCR Features Chart This page shows the features of your VCR and the differences between the models FEATURES VRC210 VRC410 SpeakEZ Function Easy Watch Playback 2 Heads 4 Heads Special Video Effects Full Load Quick Start Auto Head Cleaner Audio System Monaural Monaural Audio Video A V J acks Monaural Monaural Remote Control SC420T X X Auto Manual Band Select X X Auto Manual Channel Search X X Channel Capability CATV amp TV Record Speeds SP EP Playback Speeds SP LP EP Auto Playback System Auto Manual Digital Tracking Instant Recording Timer Controlled Recording Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust X Slow Motion Video 4 head VCR X Variable 1 10 to 1 32 Pause Still Video Clear Real Time Tape Counter X
34. rding time by 30 minutes until you reach a maximum of 4 hours Instant Recording Recording one show while watching another Note If you have a cable box connected to your VCR you cannot record one show and watch another Choose the show you wish to record using the VCR s channel selector Choose the show you wish to watch using the TV s channel selector Turn TV and VCR on Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front 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 the VCR If you have a cable 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 Recording speed is always SP unless you select EP Press REC ITR until recording begins REC indicator light appears in the VCR front panel Recording continues until you reach the end of the tape or until you press STOP to stop recording Place VCR in TV mode by pressing the TV VCR button on remote to turn off VCR indicator light in the VCR front panel Select the show you wish to watch using the TV s channel selector Note To return to the show you re recording select cha
35. ress 3 SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM CH ADD DEL SOURCE ON SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE SELECT Press number keys QUIT exit SETUP MENU Press 1 SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM CH ADD DEL SOURCE ON SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE SELECT Press number keys QUIT exit SETUP MENU Press 2 SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM CH ADD DEL SOURCE ON SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE SELECT Press number keys QUIT exit SETUP MENU CLOCK MENU MONTH J JANUARY DAY 1 SAT YEAR 2000 TIME 12 00 AM Press number keys then ENTER QUIT exit Press NUMBER 0 9 then ENTER to set date and time SETUP MENU SOURCE TUNER TV TV CATV Aux1 Bjaux2 Press number keys then ENTER QUIT exit Press NUMBER 1 2 3 or 4 to select the desired source SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM SEARCHING QUIT exit SETUP MENU CH ADD DEL CH MJ ADD Press number keys then ENTER QUIT exit Press NUMBER 0 9 then ENTER PAGE 12 INSTALLATION Before you operate your VCR Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR Select Other Menu Options You may not want to have the clock in your VCR CLOCK MENU adjusted automatically for Daylight Savings AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING ON Time Refer to CLOCK Menu for details SpeakEZ ION HOFF MANUAL CLOCK SET CLOCK TIMER SETUP 2 Press number keys AUDIO QUIT exit Press number keys QUIT exit MAIN MENU Press NUMBER 1 or 2 to choose Auto Daylight
36. ress number keys QUIT exit MAIN MENU CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO 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 sub menu to be used Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed Press QUIT to exit menu or wait a few minutes and the VCR returns to normal operation Note Perform menu operations with the VCR and TV on and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4 The VCR must also be in the VCR mode of operation Press the TV VCR button repeatedly until VCR indicator light appears in the front panel Point remote toward VCR PAGE 10 INSTALLATION Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR Connect the Power Required Plug your VCR into an unswitched 120 Vac 60 Hz household power outlet Turn on the VCR by pressing the POWER on the remote or on the VCR s front panel While plugged into an AC outlet the VCR consumes 3W of electrical power in OFF condition 120V 60Hz Do not plug the VCR into a switched power POWER OUTLET FoF outlet Otherwise when the power is switched off the VCR turns off You may TYPICAL ZENITH VCR then have to reset the time and date and reprogram operational features Set Position of the CH3 CH4 Switch Required The CH3 CH4 switch on the VCR s back panel determines which c
37. rom your new product 15 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when product is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect antenna or 21 Replacement Parts When replacement part s are required be sure service technician has used replacement part s specified by manufacturer or have same characteristics as original part s Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer cable system This will servicing to qualified service personnel under these prevent damage to product conditions due to lightning and a If power supply cord or plug is damaged power line surges b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into Power Lines product An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system take extreme care to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal If product has been exposed to rain or water d If product doesn t operate normally by following handbook instructions Adjust only those controls covered by handbook instructions improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and oft
38. s Press 0 to erase program PAGE 18 OPERATION Setup Menu The SETUP Menu customizes the VCR s operation for your particular needs 1 Press MENU to see main menu 2 Press 3 to see the SETUP menu 3 Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM CH ADD DEL SOURCE ON SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE SELECT Press number keys QUIT exit AUTO PROGRAM Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR s memory for access by CH W A Press 1 to begin search CH ADD DEL Edits the channels found by AUTO PROGRAM Use number keys followed by ENTER 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 AUX1 or AUX2 as the source of the program to watch or record Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR Choose CATV if you have a cable system with or without a cable box connected to the VCR Choose AUX if you want to see the program from accessory equipment such as a camcorder connected to the Audio Video A V IN jacks on the VCR rear panel Choose AUX2 if you want to see the program from accessory equipment such as a camcorder connected to the Audio Video A V IN jacks on the VCR front panel ON SCREEN DISPLAY Selects whether or not you see VCR Status Displays on the TV LANGUAGE SELECT Selects English Spanish or French for VCR menus
39. stopleject Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV If you have O lt connected your VCR to the TV s A V input jacks select the A V source at the TV for a better VCR s Controls picture Select the channel to be watched and recorded at the VCR If you have a cable box select the cable box output channel usually 3 or 4 at the Instant Recording Instant Timer Recording VCR Select cable box channels at the cable box until end of tape Preset recording times PAUSE STOP or STOP EJ ECT Momentarily pauses Stops and exits recording recording Press PAUSE mode Press SP EP to select recording speed if again to resume recording desired Recording speed is always SP unless STOP or STOP EJ ECT Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR you select EP Stops and exits recording mode Press REC ITR until recording begins REC indicator light appears in the VCR front panel Recording continues until you reach the end of the tape or until you press STOP to stop recording PAGE 24 OPERATION Instant Recording Recording using preset time periods Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording Note power Preset recording time counts down until the recording time C4 CS is over rec itr Instant attended Timer Recording ITR lets you record for a specific preset time period instead of recording until the Remote s Controls end of tape is reached For example you can record a 30 minute show using the preset time period ms
40. topleject Turn TV and VCR on O C Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV VCR VCR s Controls button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front 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 Presses of Preset Time For REC ITR Recording Select the channel to be watched and recorded 1 Press Current Time Until end of tape at the VCR If you have a cable box select the 0 30 30 minutes cable box output channel usually 3 or 4 at the 1 00 1 hours VCR Select cable box channels at the cable box 1 30 1 hour and 30 minutes 2 00 2 hours Display Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR Press SP EP to select recording speed if desired Recording speed is always SP unless you select 4 00 4 hours EP No display normal recording Note The SP mode determines how much tape is left and switches speed from SP to EP if necessary to complete recording the program There will be some picture and sound distortion at the point of the speed change Press REC ITR until recording begins The REC indicator light appears in the VCR front panel Recording continues until you reach the end of the tape or until you press STOP to stop recording Press REC ITR repeatedly to select a preset recording time period Each subsequent press of REC ITR increases the reco
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