Toshiba W525 VCR User Manual
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1. O O SET TIMER DIGITAL TRACKING A 13 12 1110 10 11 12 13 14 Cassette Loading Slot To insert or remove a video tape REW button In the STOP mode this button rapidly winds the tape backwards In the PLAY mode this button activates Reverse Search PLAY button Press to play a prerecorded tape FF button In the STOP mode this button rapidly winds the tape forward In the PLAY mode this button activates Forward Search POWER button Turns the VCR power on and off STOP EJECT button Press once to stop the tape in any mode Press again to eject the tape CHANNEL A Y buttons Used to select a channel for viewing or recording REC button Press once to start normal recording Additional presses activate One touch Timer Recording Remote Sensor Signals from the Remote Control are received here POWER indicator Lights up when the power is turned on REC indicator Lights up during recording T REC indicator Lights when the unit is in the Timer Record mode TV VCR indicator Lights up when the TV VCR selector button is selected to the VCR mode AUDIO L R VIDEO In LINE 2 IN Jacks Audio and video signal cables from an external source can be connected here LOCATION OF CONTROLS Continued 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Direct Channel Selection buttons 0 9 Allows direct access to an2. NOTE If both VHF and UHF antennas have 300 ohm twin lead flat wires use a combiner having two 300 ohm inputs and one 75 ohm output NOTES A clear picture will not be obtained by the VCR unless the antenna signal is good Connect the antenna to the VCR properly e For better quality recording an indoor antenna or a telescopic antenna is not recommended The use of an outdoor type antenna is required e If you are not sure about the connection please refer to qualified service personnel 10 BASIC CONNECTIONS Continued After you have connected the antenna to the VCR you must connect the VCR to the TV Below are 3 common methods of connecting your VCR to a TV Find the type of TV you are using and follow the connection diagram This VCR has a single 75 ohm output for connection to a TV If your TV has separate VHF and UHF antenna inputs numbers 2 and 3 below use a splitter to connect the VCR to the TV for VHF and UHF reception ibs NOTE If a VHF or UHF antenna is used set the TV CATV menu option to the TV VHF UHF IN mode 75 ohm Coaxial Cable supplied TV with single 75 ohm VHF UHF antenna input Tv NOTE If a VHF or UHF antenna Splitter is used set the TERT 75 ohm Input sige menu option to the TV 75 300 ohm outputs mode 75 ohm Coaxial Cable not supplied oe VHF TV with 300 ohm UHF o and 75 ohm VHF antenna inputs NOTE If a VHF or UHF antenna is used set the TV CATV menu option
3. PRECAUTIONS Continued BATTERY CAUTIONS Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device e Use only the size and type of batteries specified Be sure to follow the correct polarity when installing the batteries as indicated in the battery compartment Reversed batteries may cause damage to the device Do not mix different types of batteries together e g Alkaline and Carbon zinc or old batteries with fresh ones e If the device is not to be used for a long period of time remove the batteries to prevent damage or injury from possible battery leakage e Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged they can overheat and rupture Follow battery manufacturer s directions BATTERY INSTALLATION e Open the battery compartment cover e Install two AAA batteries e Replace the cover EFFECTIVE DISTANCE OF THE REMOTE CONTROL EEA An LENT NOTES When direct sunlight an incandescent lamp fluorescent lamp or any other strong light shines on the Remote Sensor the remote operation may be unstable e When there is an obstacle between the VCR and the remote control the remote control may not operate e2 FEATURES High Quality Picture Technology This video cassette recorder marked HQ incorporates VHS high quality technology A built in detail enhancer is used to boost the recorded signal and provide maximum picture quality in playback It is compatible w
4. AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS When you connect your VCR to a Stereo Component System you can view the picture from the VCR while enjoying powerful sound from your audio system From ANTENNA CATV system VIDEO Cable To UHF VHF IN not supplied To VIDEO IN To VIDEO OUT a O To AUDIO L OUT 5 To AUDIO R OUT Pons gt To AUX R AUDIO Cable not supplied Connect the AUDIO L R OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUX L R IN jacks on the stereo amplifier 14 CHANNEL ME aaa SETTING THE CLOCK To view playback of a recorded tape or to watch a You must set the date and time manually for timer program selected by the VCR s channel selector the recordings PY must be seb to channel 3 Of video channel EXAMPLE Setting the clock to 8 30 AM October 26 When a TV is connected with the 75 ohm coaxial cable SAT 2002 only CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN 1 During power off press and hold the 3 or 4 e Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 number button on the remote control for 3 seconds e Turn ON the VCR POWER button The TV VCR indicator will flash 4 times e Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode 2 Turn ON the VCR POWER button When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV o Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3 or 4 to correspond with the channel selected in step 1 4 Press the TV VCR selector button to select the
5. Inthe U S A call the TACP toll free number 1 800 631 3811 after you find a defective product or part to find the nearest Toshiba Authorized Service Station 2 Arrange for the delivery of the product to the Authorized TACP THI Service Station Products shipped to the Authorized Service Station must be insured and safely and securely packed preferably in the original carton and a letter explaining the problem must be enclosed You are responsible for all transportation and insurance charges to and from the Authorized Service Station In the Continental United States call In Hawaii Contact Toshiba Hawaii 327 Kamakee Street Honolulu HI 96814 808 591 8377 Toll Free 1 800 631 3811 All warranties implied by state law including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are expressly limited to the duration of the limited warranties set forth above With the exception of any warranties implied by state law as hereby limited the foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties guarantees agreements and similar obligations of manufacturer or seller with respect to the repair or replacement of any parts In no event shall TACP or THI be liable for consequential or incidental damages No person agent distributor dealer or company is authorized to change modify or extend the terms of these warranties in any manner whatsoever The time within which action must be commenced to enforce an
6. PART H PRECAUTIONS MOISTURE CONDENSATION DO NOT OPERATE THIS VCR FOR AT LEAST TWO OR THREE HOURS WHEN MOISTURE IN THE AIR CONDENSES ON THE VCR WHAT IS MOISTURE CONDENSATION When a cold liquid is poured into a glass for example water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of the glass This is called moisture condensation MOISTURE WILL CONDENSE ON THE UNIT IN THE FOLLOWING CASES e When you move this VCR from a cold to a warm place After heating a cold room or under extremely humid conditions WHEN YOU EXPERIENCE THE ABOVE CONDITIONS Plug the power cord into an AC outlet press the POWER button to turn on and leave the unit at room temperature until moisture condensation disappears Depending on the surrounding conditions this may take two or three hours LOCATION AND HANDLE If you cause a static discharge when touching the VCR and the VCR fails to function simply unplug the unit from the wall outlet wait 10 minutes and plug it back in The VCR should return to normal operation Avoid extreme heat or cold 41 F 5 C 104 F 40 C Do not place the VCR on or near appliances which may cause electromagnetic interference e g TV speakers etc Doing so may cause erratic operation of the VCR including picture and or sound distortion or noise e Avoid extreme moisture and dust e The ventilation holes prevent overheating Do not block or cover these holes Especially avoid covering the h
7. REW or FF mode AUTO REWIND FEATURE This VCR will automatically rewind the tape when the tape has ended except during OTR and TIMER REC It will also eject the tape and turn the VCR s power OFF DIGITAL TRACKING CONTROL When a tape is played the Digital Auto Tracking System automatically adjusts the tracking to obtain the best possible picture If noise bars appear during playback adjust the tracking manually e Press the TRACKING SET or button to obtain the best possible picture To resume automatic tracking press the DIGITAL TRACKING button SQPB S VHS Quasi Playback You can playback the video cassette tape recorded in the S VHS system However the played back picture does not have the high resolution of S VHS system Note You cannot record in S VHS system 1 a SPECIAL PLAYBACK 1 Press the MENU button MENU e aa r FOR Press the TRACKING SET Nimen nec ser or button to select the AUTO Trrsnserop ON OF When either the FF or REW button is pressed in the REPEAT option I TANGUAGEIDIOMAILANGUE PLAYBACK mode the speed search picture will appear PON OFF When pressed twice the search picture will increase 2 ae ida eee to CENTER MEN speed Speed search time depends upon the speed p used SP LP or SLP during recording 3 Press the MENU button If you press the PLAY button the TO WATCH A STILL PICTURE tape wil play over and over until Ftansenatttere ENO NOISE BACKGROUND Press th
8. STEREO broadcast is received the STEREO will appear on the screen and the program can be viewed or recorded in stereo refer to pages 18 and 19 for recording procedures The Hi Fi STEREO recording procedure is the same as for normal recordings STEREO NOTE When using a CATV system stereo TV programs may be transmitted over a mono cable channel In this case the word STEREO will not appear and the sound will be in mono OUTPUT SELECTION When viewing an MTS STEREO TV program or playing a prerecorded VHS Hi Fi STEREO videotape press the AUDIO SELECT button to allow the audio to be heard through both speakers Normally set to the Hi Fi STEREO position this button can be set to the MONO position if the stereo broadcast or videotape audio is of poor quality The R and L positions allow the audio from the Right or Left Hi Fi channel to be heard over both TV speakers This button has no effect when viewing a MONO videotape or TV program Each time you press the button the OUTPUT SELECTION display appears on the screen for several seconds Refer to the chart below OUTPUT SOUND HEARD ON BOTH SELECTION SPEAKERS STEREO STEREO LCH LEFT CHANNEL AUDIO RCH RIGHT CHANNEL AUDIO MONO MONO NOTES When playing back a tape that is not recorded in Hi Fi stereo mode the audio will automati cally be monaural e When listening to a VHS Hi Fi video tape or MTS broadcast through the VHF UHF jack the sound
9. VCR position 1 Press the MENU button Press C7 NEN The TV VCR indicator will light the TRACKING SET or 7NIMER REC SET wanes button to select the CLOCK SET resetu gt gt e 5 Select any channel to receive option then press the ENTER I LANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE a TV station in your area button P ENNER ON OF The channel number will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds 2 Press the TRACKING SET or button to set the month then MONTH 10 press the ENTER button DAY 1 SUN LANGUAGE SELECTION imeasin W 3 Set the day year and time as in acon Step 2 IENTER CANCEL MENU This VCR can display on the TV screen in the The day of the week will English Spanish or French languages automatically appear when you set the year MONTH 318 CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Press and hold down the BAY 28 an e Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 button to increase decrease YEAR 2002 Turn ON the VCR POWER button the minute by 10 TME eeoa Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR After setting the date and GP IENTERICANCELMENU mode time will start functioning automatically When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV NOTES After a power failure or disconnection of the power the timer settings will be lost In this case reset the present time 1 Press the MENU button wciockser e Press the CANCEL bu
10. clogging use only good quality VHS tapes Discard worn out tapes 23 Make sure by first checking the following points SYMPTOM CAUSE BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE POSSIBLE SOLUTION POWER No power The AC power cord is not connected Connect the AC power cord to the AC outlet Although the power is on it does not operate Cassette is not inserted Insert a video cassette TV BROADCAST RECEPTION Antenna connection is not correct Connect it correctly Antenna cable is disconnected Reconnect the antenna cable A TV program that is selected The video channel is not in the correct position Set it to CH 3 or 4 by the VCR does not appear on the screen The TV is not set to the video channel 3 or 4 Set the TV channel selector to the 3 or 4 position The TV VCR selector is set at TV mode The TV VCR indicator is not lit Press the TV VCR selector button The TV VCR indicator will light INPUT SELECT is set to the LINE mode Press the INPUT SELECT button to select the TV mode A TV program selected by the VCR does not appear in colour The TV CATV menu option setting Set the TV CATV menu option to select TV or CATV mode RECORDING TV recording does not work The erase prevention tab of the video cassette is broken off Place a piece of vinyl tape over the gap INPUT SELECT is set to the LINE mode Press the IN
11. copyrights and other rights are not violated IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 use instructions should be followed 5 CLEANING Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 6 ATTACHMENTS The manufacturer of this unit does not make any recommendations for attachments as they may cause hazards 7 WATER AND MOISTURE Do not use this unit near water For example near a bathtub washbow l kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 8 8A 10 11 ACCESSORIES Do not place this unit on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The unit may fall causing serious injury and serious damage to the unit 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 provided by RETAC 3125A VENTILATION Slots and openings in the cabinet back or bottom are provided for ventilation and to
12. duplication process NOTES It is recommended that you set the SPEED to the SP mode on the recording VCR for best results e Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programs films video tapes and other materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and violate copyright laws VIDEO HEAD CLEANING The video heads are the means by which the VCR reads pictures from the tape during playback In the unlikely event that the heads become dirty enough to be clogged no picture will be played back This can easily be determined if during playback of a known good tape there is good sound but no picture picture is extremely snowy If this is the case use a high quality head cleaning system or have them cleaned professionally VIDEO HEAD CLEANING Video head cleaning is needed when the playback picture becomes unclear This signifies that the heads are getting dirty and can occur when playing poor quality or damaged tapes If the heads require cleaning use a equivalent high quality chemical non abrasive wet head cleaning tape or have them cleaned professionally If playing a head cleaning tape in the VCR once does not improve the picture play it several times before requesting service DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CLEAN THE VIDEO HEADS OR SERVICE THE UNIT BY REMOVING THE TOP COVER NOTES Video heads may eventually wear out and should be replaced when they fail to produce clear pictures e To help prevent video head
13. systems are not covered by this warranty Reception problems caused by inadequate antenna systems are your responsibility 6 Warranties extend only to defects in materials or workmanship as limited above and do not extend to any product or parts which have been lost or discarded by you or to damage to products or parts caused by misuse accident damage caused by Acts of God such as lightning or fluctuations in electric power improper installation improper maintenance or use in violation of instructions furnished by us or to units which have been altered or modified without authorization of TACP THI 7 At you option after the warranty period has expired in the U S A Call 800 631 3811 to receive information concerning an exchange price Payment must be enclosed with the product in the form of a certified check or money order and forward your product to Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc Returns Center 1420C Toshiba Dr Lebanon TN 37087 Upon receipt we will at our option replace your unit with a new or refurbished unit of equal value Features may not be identical to your original product Physically damaged units are not acceptable for repair or exchange in or out of warranty and will be returned as received 26 o How to Obtain Warranty Service If after following all of the operating instructions in this manual and checking the section BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE and you still find that service is needed 1
14. 0 9 00 11 00 Program 1 Program2 gt Program3 gt Recording Control Settings NOTES The everyday every week recording can be made continuously until the recording is canceled or the tape reaches the end e During timer recording the automatic rewinding mechanism does not function ON SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY WHILE WATCHING TV Press the DISPLAY button DAY OF THE WEEK CLOCK cH 126 CHANNEL STEREO AND SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM SAP 00 00 00 SP TAPE SPEED REAL TIME COUNTER Press the CALL button again to make the display disappear WHILE OPERATING A TAPE Press the DISPLAY button OPERATING MODE 8 30 AM THU HI FI STEREO HI FI CH 125 AUTO REPEAT Op 00 00 00 SP TAPE IN Press the DISPLAY button again to make the display disappear TO SET THE COUNTER TO 00 00 00 Press the COUNTER RESET button The counter will appear on the screen NOTES If you rewind the tape from 00 00 00 a minus sign will be displayed in front of the time When you load a tape the counter will change to 00 00 00 e The counter does not function on nonrecorded blank sections of the tape When you rewind fast forward or play tapes through blank sections the counter stops 21 STEREO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK SECOND AUDIO RECORDING STEREO BROADCASTS The VHS Hi Fi audio system permits high fidelity recording of MTS STEREO TV broadcasts When an MTS
15. AGKGROUND 2 Press the TRACKING SET or ENTERMENU button to select one of the program lines then press the ENTER button 3 Press the TRACKING SET or button to select the date then press the ENTER button DATE START END CH BEY 4 Set the start time end time channel and tape speed as in aoa step 3 serene aH GED oD JENTER CANCEL MENU NOTE To record from external source set the channel to LT or E2 Li from AUDIO VIDEO IN jacks on the rear or L2 from AUDIO VIDEO IN jacks on the front will appear next to CH 125 or 69 5 To enter other programs repeat step 2 through 4 Or press the MENU button twice to return to the normal screen 6 Press the TIMER button The power will go off the T REC indicator will light and the VCR stands by for recording DATE START END CH 4 26 SU 11 00PM 11 30PM eared aa TRAN 4 ENTER CANCEL MENU DATE START END CH 26 9u thodevttt dora 126 aLe ayia XS 4 ENTER CANCEL MENU To cancel timer recording press the button again and the T REC indicator will go out NOTE Step 6 cannot be completed unless a video cassette has been inserted into the VCR SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING continued TO CORRECT THE SETTINGS While setting press the ENTER button to flash the item to correct then re enter the setting with the TRACKING SET or button When finished press the ENTER button NOTES The VCR cannot be used w
16. C 41 F to 104 F 20 C to 60 C 4 F to 140 F Remote Control Batteries 2 x AAA 75 ohm Coaxial Cable 25 LIMITED WARRANTY TOSHIBA VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc TACP and Toshiba Hawaii Inc THI make the following limited warranties These limited warranties extend to the original consumer purchaser or any person receiving this VCR as a gift from the original consumer purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee Limited Ninety 90 Day Warranty TACP and THI warrant this product and its parts against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of ninety 90 days after the date of original retail purchase During this period TACP and THI will repair a defective product or part without charge to you You must deliver the entire VCR to an Authorized TACP THI Service Station You pay for all transportation and insurance charges for the VCR to and from the Service Station Limited One 1 Year Warranty TACP THI further warrant the parts in this product against defects in materials or workmanship for a period of one year after the date of original retail purchase During this period TACP THI will replace a defective part without charge to you except that if a defective part is replaced after ninety 90 days from the date of original retail purchase you pay labor charges involved in the replacement You must also deliver the entire product to a TACP THI Autho rized Service Station Y
17. OWNER S MANUAL TO S H I BA 4 HEAD Hi Fi STEREO VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER W525 ATTENTION If you purchase a universal remote control from your local retailer please contact the remote manufacturer for the required programming code TV CATV MODE SELECTION When shipped from the factory the TV CATV menu option is set to the CATV Cable Television mode If not using CATV Cable TV set this menu option to the TV mode Vi IS Before operating the unit please read this manual thoroughly CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACk NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE 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 The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING To PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSE
18. PUT SELECT button to select the TV mode The time is not set correctly Reset the present time Timer recording does not work The recording start end time is not set correctly Set the start end time The TIMER button has not been pressed The T REC indicator is not lit Press the TIMER button The T REC indicator will light PLAYBACK No picture on screen when playing back a recorded tape The TV is not set to the video channel 3 or 4 Set to the video channel 3 or 4 or adjust the fine tuning button on your TV set Noise bars on screen Tracking adjustment beyond range of automatic tracking circuit Adjust tracking manually using the DIGITAL TRACKING button or the TRACKING SET or buttons on remote control Video heads are dirty Have the video heads cleaned 24 The tape is worn or damaged Try another tape BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE continued SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION REMOTE CONTROL Remote control does not work It is not aimed at the remote sensor Aim it at the remote sensor Distance too far or too much light in the room Operate within 15 feet 5 meters reduce the light in the room There is an obstacle in the path of the beam Clear the path of the beam The batteries are weak Replace the batteries The polarity of the batteries are not inserted correctly Insert correct
19. RTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE WARNING 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 in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions 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 distance 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 techni cian for help CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance with the FCC Federal Communications Commission Rules could void the user s authority to operate this equipment COPYLIGHT It is permissible to record television programs films video tapes and other material only in the event that third party
20. as shown in the chart below up to a maximum of 5 hours The OTR and recording time will appear on screen for about 4 OTRO 30 CH 125 seconds NOTES Press the REC button Press Recording time to increase the time once NORMAL REC needed for recording twice 0 30 See the chart 3 times 1 00 e To cancel OTR press 4 times 1 30 the STOP button or 5 times 2 00 turn off the power 6 times 3 00 7 times 4 00 8 times 5 00 9 times NORMAL REC 20 SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING Timer recording can be programmed on screen with the remote control The built in timer allows automatic unattended recording of up to 8 programs within 1 month EXAMPLE Program a timer recording for the 26th day channel 125 CATV 11 00 11 30 PM on timer program number 1 Tape speed SLP CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turn on the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode Load a video cassette with the erase prevention tab intact The VCR will automatically turn on e Check that the clock and date are correct see page 15 When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV 1 Press the MENU button Siclock set E TIMER REC SET Check the TIMER REC SET ZIMUTO REPEAT ON OFF option is selected then press ISHSETUP N orF the ENTER button BLANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE BNO NOISE P
21. ding another See pages 12 13 TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENTAL RECORDING After recording break off the erase prevention tab if you do not wish to record over the tape Screwdriver Erase prevention tab TO RECORD AGAIN Cover the hole with adhesive tape Be careful the tape does not extend past the edges of the cassette housing Adhesive tape 19 ONE TOUCH TIMER RECORDING OTR The One touch Timer Recording feature provides a simple and convenient way to make a timed recording EXAMPLE One touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN e Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 e Turn on the VCR POWER button e Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV 1 Load a cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact 2 Press the SP SLP selector button to select the desired tape speed SP or SLP The counter and SP or SLP will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds 00 00 00 SP 3 Press the direct channel selection buttons or the CHANNEL A or button to select the channel to be recorded CH 125 The channel number will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds 4 Press the REC button to begin recording Press the button again to stop recording after 30 minutes Each additional press of the REC button will increase recording time
22. e PAUSE STILL button in the PLAYBACK mode the repeat mode is canceled i enrenmen O OF Press the PAUSE STILL button again to resume normal Dwi playback will appear if you press the DISPLAY button To cancel press the DISPLAY button again FRAME BY FRAME ADVANCE NOTE To cancel repeat mode follow the above steps MENU E CLOCK SET Press the SLOW button during STILL playback 1 and 2 then press the ENTER button to select The still picture will advance by one frame each time the OFF position Press the MENU button to you press the button Hold the button for continuous return to the TV frame by frame viewing TAPE SPEED AND Press the PAUSE STILL button again to resume normal playback RECORDING PLAYBACK TIME NOTES A few noise bars will appear on the picture You can select the two different tape speeds before during SPEED SEARCH and STILL recording The audio output is muted during SPEED SEARCH STILL FRAME ADVANCE and VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE SLOW MOTION TAPE SPEED T120 T160 e To prevent damage to the tape special playback is automatically changed to the PLAYBACK mode after 5 minutes SP Standard Play 2 hours 2 2 3 hours SLP 6 hours 8 hours SLOW MOTION PLAYBACK Super Long Play Press the SLOW button in the PLAYBACK mode This VCR selects the playback tape speed SP Playback will proceed at 1 10th of the normal speed LP Long Play or SLP automatically Press the PLAY button again to res
23. eceive stereo and Second Audio Program SAP broadcasts where available more on pg 22 Front Audio Video In Jacks A VCR or other video device may be hooked up for dubbing more on pg 23 RECORDING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CAUTIONS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS cccccecessetereeeeerenes PRECAUTIONS TABLE OF CONTENTS PREPARATION FEATURES ii sensccce cect eeu rE A eE Aa NEENA EEEa LOCATION OF CONTROLS cccccecessseeeeeeteeneees BASIC CONNECTIONS c 0 c ccscccsscsectescenrecieereeees CATV CABLE TV CONNECTIONS sire AUDIO VIDEO CONNECTIONS ccccccceeseseteerees SETTING THE VIDEO CHANNEL eee LANGUAGE SELECTION ag SETTING THE CLOCK ics siccateasceasveicessvssienasteeesinevas SETTING THE CHANNELS t ciessccesatseessaneceenan cece NOISE ELIMINATION tssccccsescesvecsess acaeedteee PLAYBACK LOADING AND UNLOADING PLAYBAGK cnni dis SPECIAL IPLAYBAGK scctiscccdecctecca se dpeceedtecveenieas RECORDING A TV PROGRAM 0 0 ONE TOUCH TIMER RECORDING OTR ee SETTING THE TIMER RECORDING ON SCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAY cececeeeee STEREO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK es SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM SAP c0ecccceeee DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE eee VIDEO HEAD CLEANING 0 BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE SPECIFICATIONS 0cccceeeeeeeee i WARRANTY eanes erensia LOCATION OF CONTROLS TRACKING
24. ensure reliable operation of the unit and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the unit on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This unit should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat source This unit should not be placed in built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to POWER SOURCES This unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating plate If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power com pany For units intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the respective pages on this Owner s Manual for their operating instructions GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION This unit is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This 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 should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Instead of the polarized alternating current line plug your unit may be equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin This plug will only fit into a grounding type p
25. exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 20 21 22 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 19 REPLACEMENT PARTS When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those that have the same characteristics as the original parts Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards SAFETY CHECK Upon completion of any service or repairs to this unit ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the unit is in proper operating condition HEAT The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular 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 EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE S2898A GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS Z POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250
26. hile the T REC indicator is lit After a power failure or disconnection of the power plug all programmed recording settings must be reset upon resumption of power In this case reset the clock see page 15 and reprogram any timer recordings Press the CANCEL button to move cursor backward for correction TO SET DAILY WEEKLY TIMER When setting the date in step 3 press the TRACKING SET button repeatedly The setting changes as follows Example The current day Friday SU SA Sunday to Saturday 7 One month later minus one day A molsa Monday to Saturday 4 MO FR Monday to Friday i WKL WE lt WKL TH Weekly Thursday Weekly Wednesday TO CONFIRM THE SETTINGS Press the TRACKING SET or SAN Sra END CH PD button to select the TIMER A pe a REC SET option in the MENU Then press the ENTER button to display the timer program list Press the MENU button twice to return to the normal screen TO CANCEL A PROGRAM Press the TRACKING SET or button to select the TIMER REC SET option in the MENU Then press the TRACKING SET or button to select the unnecessary program and press the CANCEL button to cancel the program TENTER CANCELIMENU IF THE PROGRAM OVERLAPS ANOTHER NOTE Do not overlap programs as portions of the conflicting programs will be lost The first recording time has priority over the next recording time as shown in the diagram 10 00 8 0
27. ith other VHS video cassette recorders SQPB Tapes recorded in the S VHS system can be played back simply on this VCR 4 Video Heads Provides optimal picture quality for special effects playback Hi Fi Stereo Sound With a frequency response of 20 to 20 000 Hz and a dynamic range of better than 90cB this VCR provides a level of excellence that rivals compact discs more on pg 22 8 Program 1 Month Programmable Timer with Everyday Every Week Capability The built in timer allows automatic absentee recording of up to 8 TV programs within 1 month It is also possible to record a program which is broadcast at the same time everyday or every week more on pg 20 On Screen Display and Programming When you select a channel or make other changes the TV will show an indicator on the screen for a few seconds Clock settings timer setting and other set up operations can be carried out using the on screen display menu system more on pg 21 Digital Auto Tracking Automatically adjusts tracking during playback for the best possible picture more on pg 17 181 Channel Tuner Receives standard VHF and UHF broadcast channels and up to 113 cable channels more on pg 16 One touch Timer Recording OTR Simply by pressing the REC OTR button the VCR can be pro grammed for up to 5 hours of recording with an immedi ate start more on pg 20 Automatic Power On When loading a cassette tape this VCR will automatically turn
28. ly TV programs cannot be seen using the TV selector The TV VCR function is in the VCR mode SPECIFICATIONS Set to TV or turn off the VCR power button Video Head Audio Track Power Source Power Consumption Tuner RF Channel Output Inputs Outputs Video Audio Antenna 4 Rotary Heads Hi Fi Sound 2 Tracks MONO Sound 1 Track 120V 60Hz Approx 9 watts 181 Channel Freq Synthesized VHF 2 13 UHF 14 69 CATV 14 36 A W 37 59 AA WW 60 85 AAA ZZZ 86 94 86 94 95 99 A 5 A 1 100 125 100 125 01 5A Channel 3 or 4 Switchable In RCA 1Vp p 75 ohm Out RCA 1Vp p 75 ohm In RCA 8dB 50K ohm Out RCA 8dB 1K ohm UHF VHF IN 75 ohm coaxial UHF VHF OUT 75 ohm coaxial Specifications are subject to change without notice Tape Speed shown is approximate Hi Fi Frequency Response Hi Fi Dynamic Range F FWD REW Time at 25 C 77 F Speed Search Dimensions Weight Remote Control Storage Temperature Operapting Temperature Supplied accessories 20Hz to 20 000Hz More than 90dB F FWD Approx 4minutes and 50 seconds REW Approx 2minutes and 30 seconds with T 120 Cassette Tape SP 3 amp 5 X Normal Speed LP 7 amp 9X Normal Speed SLP 9 amp 15 X Normal Speed Width 14 3 16 inches 360mm Height 3 3 4 inches 95mm Depth 9 inches 229mm 7 1 Ibs 3 2 kg Infrared Direct Access 2 x AAA batteries 5 C to 40
29. n ning AUTO REWIND FEATURE the tape will be ejected automatically See the NOTE on page 19 NOTES Always eject the tape when not in use The cassette can be ejected even if the VCR is turn off PLAYBACK To play a prerecorded cassette tape TO START PLAYBACK CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 Turn ON the VCR POWER button e Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV st Load a prerecorded tape When loading a cassette tape without the erase prevention tab playback will start auto matically N ES Press the PLAY button Playback will start gt will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds TO STOP PLAYBACK Press the STOP button once The tape will stop but remain fully loaded and ready to play E will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds TO REWIND OR FORWARD THE TAPE RAPIDLY Press the REW button in the STOP mode 44 will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds Press the FF button in the STOP mode gt gt will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds FORWARD REVERSE PICTURE SEARCH If you want to see the tape program during REW or FF mode press and hold the REW or FF button again The backward or forward visual search picture will be seen on the screen Release the button to return to the
30. n the TV screen SP SLP selector button Sets the tapespeed for recording AUDIO L R VIDEO OUT Jacks Use to output audio and video signal to a TV amplifier or VCR UHF VHF IN ANT Jack Connect a UHF VHF antenna or CATV cable to this jack UHF VHF OUT TV Jack Use to output UHF VHF or CATV signal to a TV AUDIO L R VIDEO IN LINE 1 Jacks Audio and video signal cables from an external source can be connected here AC Power Cord Connect to a 120V 60Hz outlet BASIC CONNECTIONS If you are using an antenna system follow the instructions If you are a cable CATV subscriber skip ahead to page 12 for the proper connections ANTENNA TO VCR CONNECTION The VCR must be connected between the antenna and the TV First disconnect the antenna from the TV and connect it to the VCR Then connect the VCR to the TV Below are 3 common methods of connecting an antenna system to a VCR Find the type of antenna system you are using and follow the connection diagram VCR 1 Combination VHF UHF Antenna with 75 ohm Coaxial Cable 75 ohm Coaxial Cable VCR A Combination VHF UHF Antenna with 300 ohm Twin Lead Flat Wire Matching Transformer 300 ohm Input 75 ohm output ip i not SEREI ao 300 ohm Twin Lead Flat Wire Separate VHF and UHF Antennas VCR Combiner 75 300 ohm Inputs 75 ohm output VHF UHF not supplied I i 300 ohm Twin Lead Flat Wire Eom 75 ohm Coaxial Cable
31. nd then the remaining 2 digits in order from left to right Example Press 012 for 12 Press 2 digits in order Example Press 22 for nee 100 125 Press the 3 digits in order Example Press 110 for 110 Press the REC button will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds and the REC indicator will light 10 19 20 99 CH 110 A CH 110 NOTE Since the VCR has its own TV tuner it is not actually necessary to have the TV turned on in order to make a recording Turning on the TV merely allows confirmation of the proper channel settings on your VCR TO STOP RECORDING Press the STOP button to stop recording i will appear on screen for about 4 seconds 7 TO STOP RECORDING TEMPORARILY Press the PAUSE STILL button to avoid recording unwanted material Press again or press the REC button to continue the recording eil will appear on screen for about 4 seconds and the REC indicator will blink to continue pause mode NOTE The pause function will be released after 5 minutes to prevent damage to the tape or the VCR The VCR will change to the STOP mode RECORDING ONE PROGRAM WHILE WATCHING ANOTHER While the VCR is recording press the TV VCR selector button to select the TV position The TV VCR indicator will go off and recording will continue Select the TV channel you want to watch by using the TV channel selector NOTE Some CATV hookups do not permit viewing one channel while recor
32. nel display will count up and when finished the screen returns to normal CH 001 16 TO ADD DELETE CHANNELS 1 Press the MENU button PAKET Press the TRACKING SET ST AUTO REPEAT ONOFF or button to select the CH mores SON BOER SET UP option then press the ENTER button FSAI E LANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE ENO NOISE BACKGROUND gt ON OFF ENTER MENU 2 Press the TRACKING SET or button to select the ADD DE LETE mode then press the ENTER button CH SET UP E TV gt CATV E AUTO CH MEMORY E ADD DELETE IN 3 Select the desired channels to be added or deleted using the TRACKING SET or button 4 Press the ENTER button if you wish to DELETE the channel from memory Press the ENTER button if you wish to ADD the unmemorized channel Repeat Steps 3 and 4 for each channel to be added or deleted JENTER MENU ENTER MENU 5 Press the MENU button three times after adding or deleting all of the desired channels to return to normal TV viewing NOISE ELIMINATION When you don t want to receive a weak signal broadcast the Blue Back Screen can be obtained by selecting the NO NOISE BACKGROUND ON When the unit is shipped from the factory the NO NOISE BACKGROUND is set to the ON CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 Turn ON the VCR POWER button Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode When a TV is connected
33. oles with soft materials such as cloth or paper e Do not insert fingers or any other objects into the cassette loading slot Do not spray cleaner or wax directly on the VCR or use forced air to remove dust Avoid places subject to strong vibration Use ina horizontal flat position only Keep the VCR away from flower vases sinks etc If liquids should be spilled into the VCR serious damage will result If you spill any liquids into the VCR unplug the AC power cord immediately and consult qualified service personnel before attempting to use the VCR again e When you finish operating the VCR always unload the cassette and turn off the power When you leave your home for a long time unplug the AC power cord To protect the VCR from a lightning storm unplug the AC power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna POWER SOURCE TO USE AC POWER SOURCE Use the AC polarized line cord provided for operation on AC Insert the AC cord plug into a standard 120V 60Hz polarized AC outlet NOTES 1 Never connect the AC line cord plug to other than the specified voltage 120V 60Hz Use the attached power cord only 2 If the polarized AC cord does not fit into a non polarized AC outlet do not attempt to file or cut the blade It is the user s responsibility to have an electrician replace the obsolete outlet AC Outlet Wider Hole and Blade Polarized AC Cord Plug One blade is wider than the other
34. on more on pg 17 Automatic Playback When loading a cassette tape with out the erase prevention tab this VCR will automatically turn on and play back the cassette tape at the correct speed more on pg 17 Automatic Rewind Stop Eject Power Off When a tape reaches its end during playback and recording it will automatically stop rewind stop eject the tape and the VCR will turn off more on pg 17 FEATURES Continued Automatic Repeat Play System When the AUTO REPEAT option is turned on this VCR will automatically play back the same cassette tape repeatedly more on pg 18 On Screen 3 Language Display This TV can display the on screen language in English Spanish or French more on pg 15 Slow Motion This VCR provides slow motion which of fers steady noise free playback at 1 10 normal speed more on pg 18 Frame by Frame Advance Press the SLOW button during still playback to advance the tape one frame at a time more on pg 18 Real Time Tape Counter The counter displays on the screen the elapsed time in hours minutes and seconds and can be used to locate programs more on pg 21 2 Speed Picture Search 3 or 5 times normal speed in SP mode 7X or 9X in LP and 9X or 15X in SLP more on pg 18 3 Speed Playback Plays three tape speeds SP LP SLP more on pg 18 2 Speed Record Records two tape speeds SP SLP more on pg 18 Stereo MTS SAP Reception This VCR is designed to r
35. onverter Descrambler VHF UHF IN ANT a T a aC NOTE If you are playing a tape or using the tuner Recording an unscrambled channel while watching puilt into the VCR the converter must be set any channel selected at the converter box PREVENTS Recording scrambled channels to the video channel output of the VCR either 3 or 4 NOTE Whenever a Converter Descrambler box is placed before the VCR you must tune the VCR to the output of the Converter Descrambler box usually channel 3 or 4 12 CATV CABLE TV CONNECTIONS ontinuez IMPORTANT Make sure the TV CATV menu option is set to the CATV mode This VCR cannot receive scrambled programs since it does not contain a descrambler In order to receive scrambled programs your existing descrambler must be used Descrambler boxes are available from cable companies Consult your local cable company for more information concerning connection to their descrambler equipment There are many ways to connect your VCR to a cable system Splitter A A B Switch VHF UHF IN ANT ALLOWS Recording of one channel while watching another Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box Recording of all channels through the converter box PREVENTS Watching scrambled channels while recording another channel Using the VCR tuner to select channels Splitter VHF UHF IN ANT Conver
36. ou are responsible for all transportation for the VCR to and from the Service Station Rental Units The warranty for rental units begins with the first rental or thirty 30 days from the date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first Commercial Units Products sold and used for commercial use have a limited ninety 90 day warranty for all parts and rabor Owner s Manual and Demographic Card You should read this owner s manual thoroughly before operating this product You should complete and mail the enclosed Demographic card within ten days after you or the person who has given you this product as a gift purchased this product This is one way to enable TACP THI to provide you with better customer service and im proved products Failure to return the Demographic card will not affect your rights under this warranty Your Responsibility The above warranties are subject to the following conditions 1 You must retain your bill of sale or provide other proof of purchase 2 You must notify an Authorized TACP THI Service Station within thirty 30 days after you discover a defective product or part 3 All warranty servicing of this product must be made by an Authorized TACP THI Service Station 4 These warranties are effective only if the product is purchased and operated in the U S A or Puerto Rico 5 Labor service charges for set installation set up adjustment of customer controls and installation or repair of antenna
37. ower 1 Load a blank cassette tape with the erase prevention tab intact into the recording VCR Load a previously recorded tape into the playback VCR or CAMCORDER 2 Press the INPUT SELECT EINE button to select AUDIO VIDEO input position LINE 2 will appear on the screen NOTES You can also use the rear AUDIO VIDEO IN jacks Select LINE1 by pressing the INPUT SELECT button e When the VCR does not receive the signal from the other equiment connected LINE 1 or LINE 2 will not appear on the screen Playback VCR fo 000 o To VIDEO OUT To AUDIO L R OUT AUDIO VIDEO Cable not supplied Recording VCR S l i lt S gt es gt To VIDEO IN To AUDIO R IN To AUDIO L IN Playback Camcorder To AV Jack Recording VCR To AUDIO R IN To AUDIO L IN To VIDEO IN AUDIO VIDEO Cable not supplied For duplicating a previously recorded tape from a camcorder follow the camcorder manufacturer s instructions A typical camcorder dubbing hookup is shown above 3 Press the REC button on the recording VCR then press the PAUSE STILL button 4 Press the PLAY button on the playback VCR then press the PAUSE STILL button 5 Simultaneously press the PAUSE STILL buttons on the VCR and playback VCR again to begin the
38. ower outlet This too is a safety feature 12 13 14 15 16 17 If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 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 at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance LIGHTNING To protect your unit from a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line surges POWER LINES 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 or against 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 OVERLOADING Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY Do not push objects through any openings in this unit as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in fi
39. re or electric shock Never spill or spray any type of liquid into the unit OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the unit be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code NEC ANSI NFPA 70 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 grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode 18 SERVICING Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel For example a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the unit c If the unit has been exposed to rain or water d If the unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to its normal operation e lf the unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the unit
40. ter Descrambler ALLOWS Recording of nonscrambled channels Recording of one channel while watching another Watching premium channels through the converter while recording nonscrambled channels Using the programmable timer PREVENTS Recording scrambled channels Converter Descrambler VHF UHF IN ANT Incoming Converter Cable Descrambler ALLOWS Recording of all channels through the converter box Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel while watching another scrambled or unscrambled channel Using the programmable timer to record only the channel selected at the converter box PREVENTS Using the VCR tuner to select channels 13 AUDIO VIDEO CONNECTIONS If your TV has AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN jacks you can connect your VCR to them to receive a higher quality picture and sound If you have a stereo you can connect a stereo amplifier to enjoy powerful sound AUDIO VIDEO CONNECTION From ANTENNA CATV system To UHF VHF IN To VIDEO OUT OUT To AUDIO L OUT Q To UHF VHF OUT o e To AUDIO R OUT To ANT IN To AUDIO R IN To VIDEO IN To AUDIO L IN AUDIO VIDEO Cable not supplied 1 Connect the VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR to the VIDEO IN jack on the TV 2 Connect the AUDIO L R OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO L R IN jacks on the TV 3 Set the VIDEO TV selector of your TV to VIDEO STEREO
41. to the TV mode Splitter 75 ohm Input 300 ohm outputs 75 ohm Coaxial Cable not supplied supplied gt TV with 300 ohm UHF and 300 ohm VHF antenna inputs 11 CATV CABLE TV CONNECTIONS Many cable companies offer services permitting reception of extra channels including pay or subscription channels This VCR has an extended tuning range and can be tuned to most cable channels without using a cable company supplied converter box except for those channels which are intentionally scrambled If you subscribe to a special channel which is scrambled you must have a descrambler box for proper reception Below are six common methods of connection Incoming Cable ALLOWS Recording of nonscrambled channels Use of the programmable timer Recording of one channel while watching another Converter Descrambler Incoming Cable ALLOWS Recording of channels through the converter box scrambled and unscrambled Using the programmable timer to record on channel selected at the converter box PREVENTS Recording one channel while watching ano Using the VCR tuner to select channels y the her Incoming Cable ALLOWS Recording of nonscrambled channels Use of the programmable timer VHF UHF IN ANT VHF UHF IN ANT gt NOTE To record from converter descrambler VCR tuner must be tuned to the converter output channel usually channel 3 or 4 C
42. ton 3 Press the TRACKING SET or button to select the TV CATV mode 4 Press the ENTER button to select the TV or CATV mode The arrow indicates the selected mode TV VHF UHF channels CATV CABLE TV channels 5 Press the MENU button twice to return to normal TV viewing CH SET UP Va ETV CATV ZIMAUTO CH MEMORY E ADD DELETE GHEIENTER MENU VHF UHF CATV CHANNELS TV CATV VHF VHF 2 13 2 13 UHF STD HRC IRC 14 69 14 36 A I W 37 59 AA ww 60 85 AAA ZZZ 86 94 86 94 95 99 A 5 A 1 100 125 100 125 01 5A AUTOMATIC MEMORY TUNING The VCR can receive a maximum of 181 channels by presetting the channels into memory CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 Turn ON the VCR POWER button Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV 1 Press the MENU button Press the TRACKING SET MENU 1 CLOCK SET ITIMER REC SI EAUTO FERENT ON OFF 1 CH SET UI or button to select the CH asap I LANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE ENO NOISE ES one gt ENTER MENU ON OFF SET UP option then press the ENTER button 2 Press the TRACKING SET or button to select the AUTO CH MEMORY mode then press the ENTER button AIMADDIDELETE ENTER MENU 3 The auto tuning will start The chan
43. tton to move cursor press he TRACKING SET WAUTOREPEAT ONP OFF backward for correction Or Sulton t0 selectie DA AEE a If you want to correct time or date while the LANGUAGE option then INO NOISE BACKGROUND clock is functioning press the MENU button press the ENTER button ePIENTER MENY then press TRACKING SET or button to select the CLOCK SET option then press the 2 Press the TRACKING SET E ENTER button or button to select the To make any adjustments perform steps 2 desired language English per through 3 ENGLISH Spanish ERANENS ESPA OL or French FRANCAIS then press the se ENTER button 3 Press the MENU button until the menu screen is cleared 15 SETTING THE CHANNELS This VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set into memory skipping over unwanted channels Before selecting channels they must be programmed into the VCR s memory In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels this VCR can receive up to 113 Cable TV channels To use this VCR with an antenna set the TV CATV menu option to the TV mode When shipped from the factory this menu option is in the CATV mode TV CATV SELECTION 1 Press the MENU button 2 Press the TRACKING SET or fiveRned ser button to select the CH SET UP eon ON OFF ZESAP ON P OFF ELANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE INO NOISE BACKGROUND gt ENTER MENU option then press the ENTER but
44. ume normal playback NOTE RECORDING A TV If noise bars appear in the picture during slow motion press the TRACKING SET or button to reduce the noise bars If the still picture jitters excessively press the RECORDING AND VIEWING THE TRACKING SET or button to stabilize the still SAME TV PROGRAM picture CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 Turn ON the VCR POWER button TO WATCH A TAPE REPEATEDLY Press the TV VCR selector button to select the PROGRAM CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN VOR mode l a Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn Turn ON the VCR POWER button the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV e Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode 1 Load a cassette tape with the When a TV is connected with an audio video cable erase prevention tab intact turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the The VCR will automatically TV turn on es 8 RECORDING A TV PROGRAM continued 2 Press the SP SLP selector button to select the desired tape speed SP or SLP The counter and SP or SLP will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds 00 00 00 SP o Press the direct channel selection buttons or the CHANNEL A or button to select the channel to be recorded 1 9 Press 0 twice and then 1 9 as required Example To select 2 Press 002 Press 0 first a
45. will be monaural PROGRAM SAP Your VCR is fitted with an SAP broadcast system which enables you to switch to a SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM when viewing a selected channel This function applies only when the program is broadcast in multi languages through the SAP broadcast system CHECK BEFORE YOU BEGIN Turn ON the TV and set to the video channel 3 or 4 e Turn ON the VCR POWER button e Press the TV VCR selector button to select the VCR mode When a TV is connected with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV MENU E CLOCK SET E TIMER REC SET E AUTO REPEAT ON OFF NEZH SET UP SAI 1 Press the MENU button Press the TRACKING SET or button to select the SAP option ESAP ON OFF B SANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE ENO NOISE BACKGROUND ONPOFF ENTER MENU MENU 1 CLOCK SET 2 Press the ENTER button to ey E TIMER REC SET select the ON position AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ATH SET UP T SAP gt ON OFF Z ESANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE ENO NOISE BACKGROUND ONPOFF ENTER MENU 3 Press the MENU button again LISTENING TO SAP When the VCR is turned on or a channel selection is made make certain SAP appears on the screen This means that the Second Audio Program broadcasting is available STEREO SAP SAP DUPLICATING A VIDEO TAPE If you connect the VCR to another VCR or camcorder you can duplicate a previously recorded tape Make all connections before turning on the p
46. with an audio video cable turn the TV on and select the video input mode on the TV MENU E CLOCK SET E TIMER REC SET E AUTO REPEAT ON OFF ECH SET UP 1 Press the MENU button then press the TRACKING SET or button to select the NO IZANGUAGEIDIOMALANGUE NOISE BACKGROUND option 7 IX NOISE BACKGROUND N ONPOl ENTER MENU 2 Press the ENTER button to select the ON position 3 Press the MENU button again MENU E CLOCK SET E TIMER REC SET E AUTO REPEAT ON POFF ECH SET UP ESAP ON P OFF BZANGUAGE IDIOMA LANGUE ENO NOISE BACKGROUND OFF 2N gt ON IENTER MENU O gt Z Q gt Z 5 c Z iz gt Z Q VHS VI and SVHS Use only video cassette tapes marked LOADING Push the center of the tape until it is automatically retracted AUTOMATIC POWER ON The VCR will turn on automatically and the POWER indicator will light AUTOMATIC PLAY When loading a cassette tape without the erase preven tion tab playback will start immediately Insert the cassette with its labeled side facing you An inverted cassette cannot be inserted UNLOADING To unload a cassette press the STOP EJECT button on the VCR twice The first press will stop the tape in any mode The second press will eject the tape amp will appear on the screen for about 4 seconds E 7 L AUTOMATIC EJECT If the VCR automatically rewinds the tape to the begi
47. y channel STOP button Press to stop the tape MENU button Press to display the on screen menu function TRACKING SET buttons During playback they are used to adjust tracking manually Used to set or adjust in the menu mode TIMER button Used to set the VCR to start record ing at a preset time SLOW button Press to play back a tape in slow mo tion or to advance the tape one frame at a time during still playback COUNTER RESET button Resets the Real Time Tape Counter to 00 00 00 TV VCR selector button Switches between TV and VCR PAUSE STILL button During recording this button temporarily stops the tape The HI will appear on the screen During playback it stops the tape and displays a still image on the TV screen ENTER button Used to enter the information in the menu mode 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 31 32 OUT LINEI UHF VIDEO IN ANT DIGITAL TRACKING button Allows automatic adjustment of tracking to minimize picture noise during playback CANCEL buiton Used to clear the selected timer recording program AUDIO SELECT button Switches sound between mono and stereo and SAP when receiving broad casts in stereo or SAP INPUT SELECT button Switches the program for viewing between the VCR and external input sources DISPLAY button Displays the present time day of the week channel counter speed selection and VCR mode o
48. y obligation of TACP or THI arising under this warranty or under any statute or law of the United States or any state thereof is here by limited to 90 days from the date you discover or should have discovered the defect This limitation does not apply to implied warranties arising under state law This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts when an action may be brought or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above provisions may not apply to you ATTENTION CANADIAN CONSUMERS Canadian consumers are requested to complete the special Canadian Warranty Registration Form enclosed and forward this completed form with a copy of bill of sale to TOSHIBA OF CANADA to Register and Validate their warranty Products must be purchased from an Authorized Canadian Dealer Products purchased in the U S A and used in Canada are not covered by these warranties Products purchased in Canada and used in the U S A are not covered by these warranties 27 TOSHIBA TOSHIBA AMERICA CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC 4F22901A U 02 06 Printed in Thailand
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