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Hitachi VT-FX6407AS VCR User Manual

1. fOO Cem 0 00 b IE PLAY STILL CHANNELs Basic Hookup with Antenna RF Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE A FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the VCR indicator on or off Select and Watch Channels Select Channel OFF using TV to Watch TV mode i using VCR VCR mode the Same Channel VCR mode Watch Another to Watch TV mode moweeuep U _ mode Switch the RF Channel When the VCR is on its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4 You need to select the appropriate channel PT e When the power is turned on press the POWER button to turn it off Press the PLAY button on front of the VCR Pressing the CHANNEL button alternates between RFCH 03 channel 3 and RFCH 04 channel 4 in the VCR s display Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER VIELE T Oo AUOD E E E py 8 n eo IR TR 200 HRA TWIN LEAD i OF VCR 75 OHM TO 302 DHM ADAPTER AUD VIDEO CABLES Advanced Hookup with Antenna AV Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE B FUNCT
2. The table shows the recording time of different cassettes To get the best quality picture record at standard recording speed SP This VCR does not record at the LP speed but it can play cassette that were recorded at the LP speed Safety tabs prevent erasure To avoid erasing recording To re record on a cassette which has its safety tab removed ah safety tab using with plastic a screwdriver or tape similar tool X Break off the A Cover the hole LX The VCR automatically enters the playback mode when a cassette without its safety tab is inserted The VCR won t record on a tape without a safety tab and the cassette will be ejected if the REC or REC IRT button Is pressed Be sure to check the safety tab before inserting a cassette Push the video cassette gently into the slot on the front of the VCR e The VCR automatically turns on and the Tape In indicator turns on when the cassette is in place Removal Press the STOP EJECT button on the VCR The cassette will come partially out of the compartment so you can pull it out The Tape In indicator turns off he cassette can be ejected with the power on or off WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER LI 300 CHAM THIN LEAD HACE DF wA A i
3. T c d amp C ac e 2 ES HITACHI 1 Press the E VIEW SKIP BLANK button in the STOP mode SUFER INDER TIB The BLANK SEARCH screen will appear and the tape will fast forward automatically e The blank which is the nearest the current tape position is searched for e The blank square in the tape bar shows the current tape position bar Tape Remaining The tape remaining time appears on the screen and VCR display during BLANK SEARCH uu o d When a blank is detected the tape will automatically rewind to the beginning of the blank When the beginning of blank is located the STOP screen will appear for five seconds and the tape will stop AUTO 1 25 EP he tape remaining me appears in the VCR display Switching rewind or fast forward to visual search EASY VIEW VIEWOSHIP BLANK Hold down VIEW SKIP BLANK button during rewind or fast forward and the mode will switch to visual search so that you can search for a scene you want to view while scanning pictures SUPER WBEX wb qq aam e DL ang Hold downthe VIEW SKIP BLANK button during rewind The tape will be visually scanned in the reverse direction while the button is held LED uy FY 1 ED Hold down the VIEW SKIP BLANK button during fast forward The tape will be visually scanned in the forward direction wh
4. 2 Press the TV buttons on remote control pT TV 5 z T I 3 Point VCR remote control toward TV When your VCR is connected to a stereo system you can Make high quality audio only recordings for up to 6 hours on a T 120 video cassette tape Receive quality stereo sound from your VCR through your stereo system Use the VCR as an extra audio tape deck for dubbing Lett and Aight BACK OF STEREO ite nem WTT FS rr LLL MN T g Advanced Hookup Stereo System PURCHASED SEPARATELY To record from stereo BEFORE YOU BEGIN Make sure the VCR is connected to your stereo system as shown above Make sure that STEREO audio is selected from the VCR Set Up Menu as shown on page 36 of RECORDING OPERATIONS section Stereo vs mono sound e Select VCR recording speed SP or EP as shown on page 33 of RECORDING OPERATIONS section Basic recording steps 1 Press the AVX button on remote control so that L line on the TV display 4 Press the STOP button to stop recording E ne CUN L pT You may use your VCR to copy tapes from any camcorder onto standard VHS cassette It is not necessary to connect the S VIDEO jack To copy from a camcorder BEFORE YOU BEGIN Connect the camcorder s AV output cable to the audio video jacks on the back of your VCR 2 Press the REC then PAUSE buttons on th
5. FADV n MEN 3 Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode number of the program you want to record Example ma m PE F R VCR PLUS RECORDING ET pi TE ji ENTER PLUS OODE ER ue So Ls AND THEN PRESS fhn L 123 PROCEEDS 22 4 Press the ENTER button to store the PlusCode number in the VCR s memory Types of Delayed Recordings ONE TIME Records one show at a particular date and time DAILY Records a show at the same time every day of the week Monday through Friday WEEKLY Records a show at the same day and time every week 5 Press the or _ cursor button to select ONE TIME DAILY or WEEKLY PROGRAM and then press ENTER button 6 Press the 4 cursor button to select tape speed and then press the or I cursor button or TAPE SPEED to choose recording speed SP standard play or EP extended play The screen will display all the details of the program you chose Check the CH number to make sure it is the right one If not you need to check your VCR Plus channel setup again f you have installed a cable box see page 23 the cable box output will appear in the CH column FLESSE WAM THARNEL S SETTING 7 Review the screen to be sure everything is set as you want then press the PROGRAM button to complete your programming or continue with additional programs PROGRAM PROGRAM OVERLAP PROGRAM NO m FOR TIMER RECORDING 56 P
6. Sa E using TV Output Channel to Watch TV mode Select and Watch Channels 3or4 Select Cable Box Select Channel ON ee enSVCR _ GutputChannel VCR mode _ Record and Watch 3or4 Select Cable Box Select Channel ON thesemeChamel _ Guputchannel toWath Record One Channel Re a o Watch Playback of a Tape 3 or 4 ON Wain Papak ora Tapel Sos O _ Switch the RF Channel When the VCR is on its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4 You need to select the appropriate channel e When the power is turned on press the POWER button to turn it off Press the PLAY button on front of the VCR Pressing the CHANNEL button alternates between RFCH 03 channel 3 and RFCH 04 channel 4 in the VCR s display Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL YOU CAN T e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL pe Cable Box E Channel is Usually BACK OFT 2 OUTLET Channel 3 or d wooo 4 Sac ee fs EL _ amp 5 m we MSN CABLE BOX x ars nid x i mee c TEOM M JUT Tr d ndi p LL 4 M 1 ws
7. e f eight programs have already been stored in memory FULL will flash in the VCR s display for about five seconds pene La FULL jJ 4 Press the number buttons to enter the PlusCode number of the program you want to record eS L pT 5 Press the ENTER button to enter the PlusCode number in the VCR s memory The start time and channel will appear Check the details of the program e f you have installed a cable box see page 23 the cable box output channel will appear in the channel display f Err flashes for about five seconds check the PlusCode number of the program and enter it again Fa Bin ENTER fh 7 Er 3 ET a m PROGRAM 6 Press the PROGRAM button to complete your programming or continue with additional programs The delayed recording indicator ill display on the VCR This tells you that the VCR will automatically record at the times and dates you have programmed PROGRAM S E w i Delayed recording _ indicator zi When you have set up all the timed recordings you want e Don t forget to load a videocassette with the safety tab still attached to record on e f you have installed a cable box see page 23 turn on the cable box and select the channel you want to record on the cable box before recording starts Important Your timed recording settings take effect when you turn off the power
8. 1 buttons until picture is clear Variable speed playback PAUSE N 2 SLOW Still Playback Pause Press the PAUSE button on the remote control to still the tape during play The picture will freeze You may see some minor noise or interference on the screen This is normal To resume play press the PLAY button or PAUSE button again PAUSE IH dl JP LL Pe Frame Advance 1 Press the PAUSE button to stop the tape during playback PAUSE zi i f i LR 2 Press the F ADV button to view the picture one frame at a time e Press the PAUSE button to resume play O7 ai Us Ce E GF m i e hr x E r A E ira uu Us m1 i iGo fa Iw ry k E 7 7 mj few P ES 1 a 5 4 p m us i El p a 2 iD tat LJ E r le E E Cr P BL IE pel Z J I 5 Nem 1 Press the PLAY button iy L 00 0 2 Press the SLOW button to slow the playback speed 3 Press the PLAY button to return to play back at normal speed c TS amp E L PLAY 5 stop ENS Press the STOP button to stop the tape or Visual Search PLAY F FWD REW This function let you search backward and forward through the videotape while viewing it During
9. press the p cursor button to select CATV2 at step 4 After the channels are stored in memory the channel with the lowest number appears in the VCR s display PLEASE WAIT CHANNEL SETTING CANCELO ETIM 6 Press GUIDE to return to regular viewing GUIOE When automatic presetting of channels are finished Press the CH channel button or numbered buttons to check the channels you can receive To add or erase channels The auto channel set procedure may memorize channels that are blank have snowy pictures or interference You may skip these channels by erasing them Very weak stations might not be memorized at all You may receive these stations by adding them 1 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen SELECT CHANNEL STOP ERASE PT 5 Use the number buttons to select the number of the channel you want to add or erase Example bo CHE Cr CHANNEL RD in uu Selec cand 7 7 PLAY CHANEL 0 or ADDED A ator D SELECT CHANNEL t ADD C ERASE 7 Press the GUIDE button to return to regular viewing GUIDE ui Vor m e M A es EG et 5 2 Press the GUIDE button pT The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen SELECTION ENTER 120131 3 Press the cursor button to select SE
10. viewing search and skip playback SLOW slow play REW rewind S REW high speed rewind FF fast forward S FF high speed fast forward STILL play pause and frame advance REM tape remaining time indicator VCR operate mode udio indicators record flashes during record pause Tape in indicator TV channel or Auxiliary L1 L2 Delayed recording indicator Accessories supplied Check and identify the accessories supplied If any are missing or appear damaged consult your dealer 2 pcs Remote Control Cable for connecting Batteries for remote this VCR to a TV control handset R6 VCR Customer Controls 18 19 20 AUDIO IN L R jacks VIDEO IN jack IN FROM ANT signal input OUT TO TV signal out to TV VIDEO OUT jack AUDIO OUT L R jacks Transmission window POWER button CH channel up down button VOL button increase or decrease the audio volume Cursor buttons REW button fast rewind or search REC record button GUIDE to recall OSD menu DISPLAY to recall on screen display PROGRAM programming button CLEAR clears time counter 100 ENT button VCR TV mode select button TAPE SPEED button select the recording speed SP or EP VCR TV Device buttons let you set the remote to control one of the two devices EJECT button SUPER INDEX buttons to
11. HOME ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC 1855 Donroch Court oan Diego CA 92173 Tel 619 661 3441 HITACHI HSC CANADA INC 6740 Campobello Road Mississauga Ontario L5N 2L8 CANADA Tel 905 821 4545 PT TABLE OF CONTENT FOR YOUR SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS POWER SUPPLY AC 120V 60 Hz ONLY The POWER button turns the VCR on and off leaving the clock timer unaffected If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period it is recommended that the unit be completely switched off and unplugged Illustrated below is the label on the back of your unit This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock Therefore it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included Therefore it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems 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 WARNING Many television programs and films are copyrighted In certain circumstances copyright law may apply to private in home videotaping of copyrighted materials WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MAT
12. a sample page from TV Guide showing PlusCode numbers next to each program re RA niki BE m m Bp Ae bts pr i nimierg Hm i i E a Your local channels may be different from the VCR Plus channel codes To get ready to record with the VCR Plus system you need to assign your local broadcast and cable channel numbers to the VCR Plus channel codes already stored in your VCR s memory This is called channel setup and you do it using the on screen Easy Guide System and the following step by step instructions Then you will be ready to begin VCR Plus recording also using the on screen Easy Guide System VCR Plus and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation Channel setup Before you begin 1 Look for a listing like this one in your local TV program guide or Sunday newspaper TV section Notice the small numbers to the right of the station name These are the VCR Plus channel numbers that you will use in the channel setup procedure EB TT ones VOR Plus Channals Vs ue E PES 20 2 Make list of the VCR Plus channel numbers and the channel numbers you are receiving them on If there are any differences YOUR channel numbers must be assigned to the corresponding VCR Plus numbers See Example EXAMPLE VCR Plus Channel Number Channel Number You Receive 04 04 ind 06 ABC ay PBS 42 Cable News Network Note in the exam
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14. j P5 M OR e i Bn 20 CHAM ASTER i AUDIO VIDEO CABLES Advanced Hookup with Cable Box AV Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE F FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the VCR indicator on or off Sandee Pd Sever ac using TV Output Channel to Watch TV mode Pee wee Segoe ew Tm using VCR Output Channel to Watch oe IE the Same Channel m Channel to Watch Record One Channel WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER TO RECORD ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL Advanced Hookup with Cable Box and Splitter AV RF Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE G FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the VCR indicator on or off ee ee NN using TV Output Channel iii ida See Seis using VCR Output Channel to Watch eSomeChame toWath the Same Channel Output Channel to Watch Record One Channel Select Channel Select Cable Box Select Channel PW Another toWath Output Granne toRecord m emm Setting the channel automatically 1 Plug in at the power supply outlet after completely connecting all cables Pleas
15. normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video product to its normal operation e If the video product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged f When the video product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 19 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required have the service technician verify that the replacements he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts Use of replacements specified by the video product manufacturer can prevent fire electric shock or other hazards 20 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition VCR Customer Controls 2 10 11 12 13 14 Cw Pe n 1006 Co POWER button Infrared receiver Cassette compartment STOP EJECT button PLAY STILL button CHANNEL channel up down TRACKING buttons Shuttle Ring REC IRT button N NM AM PM indicators Time Time counter Tape remaining or VCR mode indicator appears PLAY playback during reverse SRCH double speed _ direction play visugl
16. play Press the REW button to search in reverse Press the F FWD button to search ahead Press the PLAY button to return to normal playback Press REW or F FWD and hold it you can search backward or forward through the tape at a higher speed while viewing it Press PLAY and REW then hold REW for backward search at a higher speed Press PLAY and F FWD then hold F FWD for forward search at a higher speed Release REW or F FWD to return to normal playback Choosing a mode for audio playback The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi Fi and linear tracks on the tape The Hi Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track To enjoy Hi Fi sound connect your VCR to a stereo television or amplifier receiver using the audio video jacks see page 52 ENTER CURSOR How to select playback audio 1 Press the GUIDE button GUIDE d E H ENGLISH J ZELETE S ENTER 2 Press the cursor button to select the SETUP option and then press the ENTER button Fir aL AUTO BLUE oy CLOCK AUDIO WOR PLUS SETUP SELECTIS PT 4 Press the 4 cursor button to select HIFI or LINEAR Select Hi Fi to playback sound recorded on the Hi Fi track and for normal use The L and R indicators will light in the VCR s display panel e Select LINEAR to play ba
17. professional antenna installer 14 Cleaning Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 15 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this video product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the video product 16 Lightning For added protection for this video product during 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 video product due to lightning and power line surges F E BL ANE AUTE HEN 1 55 EP bar SERVICE 17 Servicing Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 18 Conditions Requiring Service Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the video product c If the video product has been exposed to rain or water d If the video product does not operate
18. the timer by using VCR display When programming the timer When you turn power off after programming the timer or transfer the programming with the power off When you press the play record fast forward rewind or super index button When you press the record button for recording or dubbing or press the VIEW SKIP BLAN K button for BLANK SEARCH The TOR clock has been set to Set the time and program the timer A non existing PlusCode number has been entered Check the PlusCode number of the program and enter it again e Eight programs have already been stored Cancel unnecessary program and transfer the new program A cassette has not been inserted or a cassette without safety tab has been inserted A cassette without safety tab will be ejected automatically Insert a cassette with safety tab intact A cassette has not been inserted Insert a cassette A cassette without safety tab has been inserted It will be ejected automatically Inserta cassette with safety tab intact seconds When you turn power on The video heads are dirty Cleaning them is recommended To switch off the CL display clean the heads turn the power off and press the channel button The CL display automatically switches off when recording and playback are performed for about 5 hours after it appears Format Video Signal System Record Playback System Tape S
19. the STOP button to end playback p E EH 2 Press the REW button The VCR rewinds the tape all the way to the beginning then stops Press the STOP EJECT button on the VCR to eject the tape fl lt _ Movie Return If your video cassette has the safety tab removed the VCR will stop and automatically rewind the videocassette eject it and turn off the power when it reaches the end of the tape or a blank section of tape which lasts for more than 30 seconds Rewinding or fast forwarding a tape at high speed This function rewinds or fast forwards T 120 tape for about 83 seconds This time period will vary for different types of tape ts 3 m E FWD M a m i D 5 amp Co cC i a MN a Press the REW F FWD button then press it again To stop the tape press the STOP button To remove noise from the picture Auto Tracking Pressing the PLAY button starts the auto tracking feature which automatically adjusts playback to eliminate static lines or picture noise that may appear on the screen Manual Tracking ocratched tapes or poorly recorded tapes may require additional picture adjustment You can do this with the remote control or CHANNEL TELA Press the CH amp or button on the remote control or TRACKING button on the VCR when viewing a cassette Press either the
20. to record one time a program on Channel 8 that starts at 6 00 PM and records for 30 minutes on 7 10 99 at the EP recording speed 5 Press the or cursor button to change the hour of the start time The AM or PM can be select when you change the hour 6 Press the 4 cursor button to select the minutes and then press the or _ cursor button to change the minutes of the start time ah 7 Press the 4 cursor button to select the recording time and then press the or _ cursor button to change the hour 8 Press the 4 cursor button to select the minutes and then press the or cursor button to change the minutes f you have installed a cable box see page 23 the cable box output channel will appear the CH column 9 Press the gt cursor button to select the channel and then press the or 1 cursor button to change the channel If you want to record from an external equipment press the or _ cursor button to select L1 or L2 instead of the channel number 10 Press the p cursor button to select the tape speed and then press the or 1 cursor or TAPE SPEED button to change the recording speed to EP CURSOR PROGRAM HITACHI 11 Press the gt cursor to select the recording date and then press the or 1 cursor button to change the date 12 Press the PROGRAM button to set the program in memory PROGRAM PROGRAM OVERLAP PROGRAM MO F
21. use as long as you do not sell the material You must act responsibly in this area check into the matter if you are unsure Basic recording steps 1 Turn on TV and select the video channel 3 or 4 Or if you are hooked up with an audio video cable set the TV to AUX or VIDEO 2 Insert a blank or erasable tape The power comes on automatically and the tape indicator lights on the display e f a cassette without its safety tab is inserted playback starts automatically and you cannot complete the record operation TOO 100ENT TAFE SPEED 3 Press the TAPE SPEED button to select SP standard play for the best picture quality or EP extended play for the longest recording time on a single tape 07 08 99 THU 11 06AM EP H CHA 4 i aum oum t NN m n Example Select channel 8 100 ENT and and QD for the channel 124 5 Press the REC button on the remote control or the REC IRT button on the VCR Recording will start and the indictor on the VCR will appear Notes Recording will not start unless the cassette has the safety tab in place When a cassette without a safety tab is inserted TAb will flash in the VCR display or the warning screen will appear on the TV screen for several seconds and the cassette will be ejected automatically OTAR E ON THIS P
22. ABLE CABLE CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER wur B ACK OF TV orm LE 5 m mm BACK OF VCR i a 4 3 MS 1 L m E p a IF m i b i j one sen CH 1 ADAPTER H LU AOR OG C EE Mm M 7 a Advanced Hookup with Cable AV Hookup i E PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE D FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the VCR indicator on or off VCR A and Watch Channels Select Channel OFF Pe ang wach rv mode Select and Watch Channels AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to Watch ana AOX or VOEO sece Ciao Wath LT LEE eem esee n the Same Channel Watch Another to Watch TV mode me i WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL YOU CAN T e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL Cable Box Output Channel is Usually Channel 3 or 4 PURCHASED SEPARATELY L PLA Y STILL CHANNEL TABLE E FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the VCR indicator on or off
23. CH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT Caution to the user Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 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 In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument But safety is your responsibility too This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder and accessory equipment Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference INSTALLATION 1 Read and Follow Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the video product is operated Follow all operating and use instructions 2 Retain Instruction The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings Comply with all warnings on the video product and in the operating instructions 4 Polarized Plug This video product is equipp
24. ERN POWER OFF PLEASE REVIEW PEXHGRAM 8 Press the POWER button to turn off the VCR The delayed recording indicator will display on the VCR This tells you that the VCR will automatically record at the times and dates you have programmed The VCR will automatically give a warning display on the screen 5 minutes before timer recording is to start TIMER RECORDING STARTS IN 5 MINLITES PLEASE TURN POWER OFF When you have set up all the timed recordings you want Don t forget to load a videocassette With the safety tab still attached to record on e f you have installed a cable box see page 23 turn on the cable box and select the channel you want to record on the cable box before recording starts Important Your timed recording settings take effect when you turn off the power on the VCR Using the VCR Plus system to record a program by using VCR s display You can use the VCR Plus system to program the timer observing the VCR s display without turning on the power to the VCR and TV PT 1 Insert a blank or erasable tape The power comes on automatically and the tape indicator lights on the display When a cassette without its safety tab is inserted playback starts automatically and VCR Plus recording won t operate 2 Press the POWER button to turn off the VCR POWER ee d a EF 3 Press the PROGRAM button The clock display switches to the indication shown on the right
25. ION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the VCR indicator on or off using TV to Watch TV mode me using Record and Watch AUX or VIDEO Select Channel to Record o oro eco Watch Another to Watch TV mode Md Pe WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER JE MHP 1232 Basic Hookup with Cable RF Hookup OHM ADAPTER PLAY STILL CHANNEL PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE C FUNCTION CHANNEL SELECTION VCR indicator Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the VCR indicator on or Off Select and Watch Channels Select Channel ee OFF using TV to Watch TV mode m using VCR VCR mode the Same Channel VCR mode Watch Another to Watch TV mode meme emep PU _ VCR mode Switch the RF Channel When the VCR is on its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4 You need to select the appropriate channel e When the power is turned on press the POWER button to turn it off Press the PLAY button on front of the VCR Pressing the CHANNEL button alternates between RFCH 03 channel 3 and RFCH 04 channel 4 in the VCR s display Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAIL
26. LEASE INSERT TAFE WITH Press the PAUSE button to set the VCR to the recording pause mode Press the button again to re start recording f you stay in PAUSE mode for more than 5 minutes the VCR automatically switches to STOP mode to protect the tape f you press the REC button and the cassette has not been inserted the warning screen will appear on the TV screen for several seconds Insert a cassette 6 Press the STOP button to finish recording STOP zi 1 Once you have set the VCR for recording press the VCR TV button The VCR indicator disappears Now you will be viewing through your TV only VERTV __ A i 4 2 Switch channels using your TV controls or the VCR remote if it s programmed to control your TV see page 48 To change the channel being recorded 2 Press the CH 1 button or number buttons to change the channel to the one you prefer FT p un 79 IS H ee T ze 39 3 Press the PAUSE button to continue recording PAUSE FEC l Automatic Indexing Your VCR will automatically create an invisible INDEX mark every time you press the REC button while recording During playback the Index Search feature will let you move through a tape that has several recordings on it by searching for the INDEX mark See Page 28 Locating the beginning of a recorded program INDEX SEARCH To record a Se
27. OR TIMER RECORDING TURM POWER OFF MAS 4567 a PLEASE REVIEW PROGRAM 13 Press the POWER button to turn off the VCR The delayed recording indicator will display on the VCR The delayed recording indicator will display on the TV This tells you that the VCR will automatically record at the times and dates you have programmed The VCR will automatically give a warning display on the screen 5 minutes before timer recording is to start TIMER RECORDING STARTS IN 5 MINLITES PLEASE TURN POWER OFF When you have set up all the timed recordings you want e Don t forget to load a videocassette with the safety tab still attached to record on f you have installed a cable box see page 23 turn on the cable box and select the channel you want to record on the cable box 08 in this case before recording starts To stop recording while in the timed recording mode 1 Press the POWER button 2 Press the STOP button within 10 seconds e This can be done either on the VCR or with the remote control Important Your timed recording settings take effect when you turn off the power on the VCR About the VCR Plus system This handy feature makes timed recording a snap You don t need to enter the specific channel date time or duration of a program All you enter is its PlusCode programming number a number of up to eight digits This special code is easy to find in your favorite TV program guide or daily newspaper Here s
28. TUP and then press the ENTER button ON The screen becomes blue and mutes sound when a channel without a broadcast signal on the VCR or a channel on which broadcasting has finished e f the signal is too strong this function may not operate even if you specify lt ON gt During playback this function does not operate OFF The AUTO BLUE feature is switched off 5 Press the GUIDE button to end the setting GUIDE To playback a recorded tape 1 Turn on the TV and select the video channel 3 or 4 Or if you are hooked up with an audio video cable set the TV to AUX or VIDEO 2 Insert a recorded tape pe The power comes on automatically When a cassette without its safety tab is inserted playback starts automatically vis I g ooi 3 Press the PLAY button to start playing the tape If you press the PLAY button and the cassette has not been inserted the warning screen will appear on the TV screen for several seconds Insert a cassette PLEASE MSERT TAPE 4 Press the STOP button to end playback sme CS Rewinding the tape When the video cassette reaches the end of the tape the VCR will stop and automatically rewind the tape If you press the POWER button while the tape is rewinding the power will not shut off until the tape has been completely rewound You may also rewind the tape manually at any time Manual Rewind 1 Press
29. _ S S S HITACHI VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER VT FX6407AS manual Using these quality features e The VCR Plus programming system allows you to program the VCR for timer recording by simply entering a PlusCode number Plus and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation The VCR Plus system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation e Auto Set Up system automatically tune in broadcast channels e S VHS Quasi Playback allows you to playback a tape that is recorded by S VHS type e Super index allows you to quickly search for a program you want to view or the point from which you want to start recording on the tape Super rewind and fast forward e Multi channel TV sound MTS e 6 program 1 month preset recording e Auto tracking system automatically adjusts the tracking so the picture is optimized e Frequency synthesized tuner provides easy preset tuning of up to 68 broadcast TV channels 125 cable channels e VHS Hi Fidelity sound in playback e On screen programming guide e With display VCR Plus can be programmed to record without turning power on e Easy cursor operation Illuminated remote control for use with your VCR Auto Set Up System simply plug in all leads and press the POWER button As an ENERGY STAR Partner HITACHI Home Electronics America Inc has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency HITACHI
30. ce to indicate the recording time on the display ME RESO D 007 IUE i You may increase the recording time by 30 minutes each time you press the REC IRT button pe While you are recording the remaining recording time is shown on the VCR display e At the end of your recording the display will read 0 00 recording will stop automatically and the VCR will turn itself off wo f iiL RECI qp s iE GO x x ik 3 zl To stop recording while in the IRT mode 1 Press the STOP button e This be done wither on the VCR or with the remote control Setting the VCR to record later To re record on a cassette which has its safety tab removed Lover the hole with LUN 11 cellaphane tape With the delayed recording feature you can set this VCR so that it automatically turns on and records programs whenever you like without your being around You can record a program one time only or you can automatically record a show every weekday or every week at the same time You can preset as many as 8 timed recordings at once Recording is even easier when you have set up your channels for the VCR Plus system Learn the basics of delayed recording in this section Then read about the VCR Plus system beginning on page 43 Before you begin Assemble the information you need for timed recording Be sure that the clock is set to the c
31. ck the sound recorded on the linear monaural track Also if the audio sounds distorted or unusual or there is no audio select LINEAR m gt gt L FFwDJP E 5 Press the GUIDE button to end the setting GUDE d Using the shuttle ring The shuttle feature lets you control all the playback functions PLAY PAUSE SLOW MOTION and SEARCH using one convenient ring How to use the shuttle ring 1 Turn the shuttle ring during playback or still playback pause As you turn the ring you get different playback speeds and forward or reverse morion Try using the shuttle to explore backward and forward through your next video REESE s PDT PLAY PALSE SLOM SL nA HORMAL s HORM BEARCH LL SEARCH e 1 PLAWPAUSE MODE 2 Turn the ring while in stop mode to fast forward or rewind the tape he tape continues to be wound even after you release the dial REWAG FAST JO QGFGRWARD 1 STOP MODE PT USING THE SUPER INDEX FEATURE What is SUPER INDEX SUPER INDEX allows you to quickly search for a program or a scene you want to view or the point from which you want to start recording on tape with the following four functions AE Al d INDEX SEARCH You can locate the beginning of a recorded program using the INDEX feature Each time you press the REC button to start recording the VCR will record an INDEX mark at the start of record
32. cond Audio Program SAP Some stations transmit a Second Audio Program such as in a second language If a station broadcasts in SAP the SA indicator will display on your TV screen You can set the VCR to record a second audio program by activating the SAP option pe How to set the SAP option ENTER CURSOR 1 Press the GUIDE button GUIDE ee ALIDIO SETUP J r EREOITMONO 4 Press the and p cursor button to set the STEREO MONO option to STEREO pT ee _ C 1 5 Press the and 4 cursor button to set the SAP option to ON 6 Press the GUIDE button to end the setting GUIDE 7 Follow the Step 1 through 6 on Basic Recording Steps on pages 35 and 36 Stereo vs mono sound When you select the STEREO option in the initial setup operation your VCR records in stereo any station that broadcasts stereo sounds When a TV channel broadcasts in stereo you ll see a stereo indicator on the TV screen set to MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too noisy Using the Instant Recording Timer IRT The Instant Recording Timer REC IRT button on the VCR will let you make a simplified timer recording without having to use the programming timer In order to set the IRT properly the clock must be set before starting 1 Follow the steps 1 through 5 on Basic recording steps on pages 33 and 34 2 Press the REC IRT button twi
33. ctly e Programs entered incorrectly e Programs exceed the length of the cassette Use the EP recording speed for maximum programming e Safety tab has been removed from cassette Snowy picture in playback e Snow or picture noise is normal during search still and slow Playback e Head cleaning may be required e Tape is worn or of inferior quality adjust tracking controls Snowy picture in normal e Check antenna or cable connections TV viewing Clock shows on the e Power has been interrupted reset the clock TV display e Reset the clock Erratic VCR display e Push the reset switch with a sharp pointed instrument pen toothpick Maintenance Regular periodic maintenance is required to maintain optimum VCR performance Such maintenance and adjustments should not be attempted by the user Please consult your service dealer for further information Guide indications in VCR display and OSD screen The following indications appear in the VCR display and OSD screen to tell you the current status of your VCR When it appears Meaning and troubleshooting Tonene seconds flashes for about 5 seconds torabeul 6 seconds 1i B a rur flashes uninterruptedly tame seconds Display for about 5 sec HO TAB THES TAFE PLEASE INSERT TAPE WITH TAS flashes for about 3 seconds Display for about 5 sec When programming the timer When programming
34. d Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked 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 8 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This video product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register This video product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the video product manufacturer s instructions have been followed 9 Attachments Do not use attachments unless recommended by the video product manufacturer as they may cause hazards 10 Water and Moisture Do not use this video product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 11 Accessories Do not place this video product on an unstable card stand tripod bracket or table The video product may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the appliance Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommende
35. d by the manufacturer or sold with the video product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer 11A An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 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 See example below EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING 13 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 such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a
36. e VCR remote control The VCR will go into Record Pause TV 4 When you see the part of the Camcorder tape you wish to copy press the PAUSE button again to release pause and start copying the camcorder tape Press the STOP button to finish recording If you have two VCRs you may use one VCR to record a tape that is being played back in the other VCR SIOP EJECT To copy from one VCH to another VCR 1 Press the AVX button on the remote control of VCR 1 so that L1 line appears in the display AV X LINET 98 E oec I 3 Press the PLAY button on VCR 2 You will see the taped program being played on the TV SUP VUE 4 When you see the part of the program you wish to record press the PAUSE button on VCR 1 again to release pause and start recording Press the STOP button to finish recording m T m m i amp a Problem guide e Make sure the VCR is plugged into an AC outlet Remote control doesn t e Make sure the batteries are fresh and properly work installed Won t record e Safety tab has been removed from cassette VCR will automatically eject the tape Won t play back e Make sure the TV VCR switch is set to the VCR mode e Make sure the TV is set to the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AUX if using direct audio video hookup Won t make timer e The VCR power must be turned off to activate recordings timer recording e Clock is not set corre
37. e refer to page 10 to 16 on HOOKUP sections The VCR will be in the standby mode at this stage 2 Press the POWER button on the VCR to start the auto set up POWER This screen appears to show that the channel is being set PLEASE WAIT CHANNEL SETTING The dash puts out lights one by one as shown on the VCR s display e The VCR will automatically store channels received in your area It takes about 2 3 minutes am To set the clock acc CD OG OG m oj 25 5 C303 1 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen SELECTIONS ENTER You may view all the on screen instructions in English French or Spanish When you first set up your VCR it will be set to English Press the cursor button to select LANGUAGE option and then press the 4 cursor button for French or for Spanish 2 Press the cursor button to select the SETUP option and then press the ENTER button PRANTE ALIO CA PLUS SETUP SELECTIONS 4 Press the 4 or _ cursor button to change the hour The AM or PM can be select when you change the hour M I i j T T 5 E E C ea CAT 5 1 p cursor button to select the minutes and then press 4 or 1 cursor button to change the minutes 6 Press the p cursor button to select MONTH and then pre
38. ed with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having PT 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 To prevent electric shock do not use this polarized plug with an extension cord receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted without blade exposure If you need an extension use a polarized cord 11 12 13 1 5 TT pre FEC M ILFLILITUB 7 16 mm 5 Power Sources This video product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your video dealer or local power company For video products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 6 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous and so are frayed power cords damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs They may result in a shock or fire hazard Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation 7 5 o 7 Power Cor
39. ile the button is held e When the button is released the tape will rewind or fast forward again Skipping unnecessary scenes SKIP PLAYBACK VIEVI SKIFPj BLANK 9 Po Ve P A E gh nu P v k TRI ST fi i pr jun ra y oy i EUN mill Ko 4 r ual z 15 D OF OF OF BROS E e a F wu While playing back your tape you can skip forward by pressing the VIEW SKIP BLANK button The tape will search ahead for about a minute and then resume play Switching between the clock time counter and time of remaining tape Press DISPLAY while the on screen display is displayed The on screen display switches in the order below together with the VCR s display 07 03 33 TH 11 05AM EF Mw f fee DISPLAY s ct Hour Minute DISPLAY CLEAR DISPLAY GU Press the DISPLAY button to see the clock Press the DISPLAY button a second time to see just the time counter Press the DISPLAY button a third time to see the tape remaining time Press the CLEAR button repeatedly to switch the type of tape is used The correct remaining time will appear AUTO T 120 or shorter tape 1 160 T 140 or T 160 tape T 180 T 180 tape T 210 T 210 tape To find specific sections on a tape Indexing with the Time C
40. ing The INDEX feature uses this signal recorded on tapes VISS signal to locate the beginning of a program you want to view BLANK SEARCH You can locate the beginning of a blank non recorded section on tape EASY VIEW This switches fast forward or rewind to visual search so that you can search for a scene you want to view while scanning the pictures SKIP PLAY You can skip unnecessary scenes during play Locating the beginning of a recorded program INDEX SEARCH H 3 DOS UB n c 32 i P 6 Ae Lum 1 Press the button rewind or the button forward to begin the index search in the STOP mode INDEX gt gt f SUPER INDEX Eo Lu Rewind Tape bar e he INDEX search screen is displayed and the tape rewinds or fast forwards until an index mark is detected A black square in the tape bar shows the current tape position When the VCR finds an index mark it plays 15 seconds of the program that begins at that spot 2 If this is the program you were looking for press the PLAY button for normal playback To stop the index search before an index mark is reached press the STOP button Locating the beginning of a blank section BLANK SEARCH This function searches for a non recorded section of remaining tape or unused tape and stops the tape when it locates such a section SKIPS ELAME ON tet 5 db cs e am ie woo CJ
41. ll arrow points to a blank the CHANNEL column i RO I SUC m m Le e Lj 6 Press the CH Il button to move up and down through the channel list until you reach VCR Plus CH42 PLEASE WAIT CHANNEL 5 SETTING 7 Press the number buttons to assign your broadcast channel number to the corresponding VCR Plus channel 3 TM che CH CHAEL i m i m LE 2 5 SCROLLA Tia Y GUIDE In this example broadcast channel 38 is assigned to VCR Plus channel 42 29e5 lS6 S56 8 Repeat steps 6 7 for all channels that need to be assigned 9 Press the GUIDE button to end the setup procedure You are ready to begin delayed recording with the VCR plus system GUIDE E5 u Using the VCR Plus system to record a program by using TV screen 1 Insert a blank or erasable tape The power comes on automatically and the tape indicator lights on the display e When a cassette without its safety tab is inserted playback starts automatically and VCR Plus recording won t operate P ee E X DUE ENTER Coy i Ca G G Blo oo Ea eo _ 5 59 aus 6 i HITACHI 2 Press the PROGRAM button to select VCR PLUS RECORDING e f eight programs have already been stored in memory FULL will flash in the VCR s display for about five seconds The screen on the right below will not appear at this time
42. on the VCR To go into the recording mode 1 Press the POWER button to turn the VCR on 2 Turn on TV and select the video channel 3 or 4 3 Press the TAPE SPEED button to switch the recording mode Reviewing what you have programmed You can look back over any of the recordings you have preset and if you need to clear out any of the programs Normal programs will clear automatically once recording is complete but daily and weekly setting must be cleared out manually VV 3Em lg E CURSOR eee 5 GUIGE Booe PROGRAM 1 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen PROGRAM in ANGUAGE MENGUEN L ENTER FANA EHE 2 Press the ENTER button to select the PROGRAM MENU SELEC ILA ENTER CFM 3 Press the cursor button for the PROGRAM REVIEW option and then press the ENTER This brings up the screen setting for the first program If you want to clear this program press the Co button to remove this program 4 Each time pressing the button to cycle through all the programs you have preset he screen will display the next program if there are more or it will switch back to the main menu 5 Press the GUIDE button to end PROGRAM d Using the VCR remote to control your Hitachi TV 1 Turn on the TV OUTPUT C 103 SELECT OUTPUT CHANNEL OF THE CABLE BOX f 2 SUE EA 1 em T Al DISPLAY
43. orrect time e Date and day of the program e Starting time Ending time Channel to be recorded Blank or erasable videocassette safety tab intact Delayed Recording Steps You set up the delayed recording using the on screen Easy Guide System 1 Insert blank or erasable tape The power comes on automatically and the tape indicator lights on the display e f a cassette without its safety tab is inserted playback starts automatically and timed record won t operate 2 Turn on the TV and select the video channel 3 or 4 Or if you are hooked up with an audio video cable set the TV to AUX or VIDEO 3 Press the PROGRAM button twice for delayed recording Press the PROGRAM button once the screen for VCR PLUS programming of the timer will appear Press the PROGRAM button twice this screen will appear _ SELECT PROGRAM TIME DAILY EEKLY HEX Tay t f eight programs have already been stored in memory FULL will flash in the VCR s display for about five seconds The screen above will not appear at this time Types of Delayed Recordings ONE TIME Records one show at a particular date and time DAILY Records a show at the same time every day of the week Monday through Friday WEEKLY Records a show at the same day and time every week 4 Press the ENTER button to bring up the screen for One Time Recording EXAMPLE Setthe VCR
44. ounter You can set the time counter to memorize a certain point in the video programming and you can return to that point automatically PLAY REW STOP REC DISPLAY CLEAR 1 Press the DISPLAY button two or three times The counter will appear in the VCR s display 2 Begin recording or playing back a tape REC V 7 3 Atthe point that you want to go back to press the CLEAR button This resets the counter to 0 00 00 CLEAR m LELI MOIL 4 Press the STOP button when you are done recording or playing back the tape SL T um omm emm Pe 5 Press the REW button to rewind the tape It will automatically stop at the spot where you cleared the counter in step 3 Press the PLAY button to watch the tape from the selected spot m Eai 7L HH FLIL Ph Loe LEN Before you record To re record on a cassette which has its safety tab removed Lover the hole with Lo 11 cellophane tape The VCR must be hooked up properly for recording See the Simple Hookups at the beginning of this manual Copyright infringement warning Most television programs and films are copyrighted This means that someone has legal rights governing the reproduction and distribution of this material In certain circumstances copyright law may apply to private in home taping of copyrighted materials In most cases it is okay to record for personal
45. peed RF Input Tuner Type Power Input Power Consumption Cabinet Size Weight otorage Temperature Operating Temperature Accessories VHS NTSC color EIA standard Video 4 head Audio VHS Hi Fi stereo record playback system 33 35 mm sec SP 16 67 mm sec LP playback only 11 12 mm sec EP UHF VHS 75 ohm USA 181 channel tuning ability 125 cable channels Canada 178 channel tuning ability 122 cable channels Auto programming frequency synthesis AC 120V 60 Hz 16W nominal 2 0W Standby mode 14 15 16 W x 3 11 16 H x 10 14 16 D 38 0 cm W x 9 3 cm H x 27 6 cm D 7 7 lbs 3 5 kg 4 F to 131 F 41 F to 104 F 1 coaxial cable Part No EW10251 1 remote control unit Part No HL11134 2 AA batteries Check your cable company s compatibility requirements For information about how to obtain these and other HITACHI accessories please call HiT RON Inc TOLL FREE at 1 800 995 4500 in the continental United States For ALASKA and HAWAII please contact the nearest Hitachi Regional Office Design and specifications subject to change without notice Hitachi Service Hotline Authorized Hitachi service facilities are available throughout the US and Canada For the location nearest to you call the Hitachi Service Hotline at one of these numbers In the continental U S A DIAL TOLL FREE 7 days a week 24 hours a day 1 800 HITACHI 1 800 448 2244 You must state your zip
46. ple that the channel numbers are the same except for 20 received on channel 8 and 42 received on channel 38 These two channels must be assigned This setup should be performed if you are using an Antenna or Cable without a cable box Hookups A B C or D If you receive all your channels through a cable box Hookups E F or G please refer to page 23 cable box setup in First Time Setup section The following operation is not necessary VCR Plus setup Channel setup The following shows the procedure you should perform when you are receiving the Cable News Network channel 42 with the VCR Plus system on channel 38 Example VCR Plus Channel Number Channel Number You Receive Matching Broadcast CH Numbers to VCR Plus Channels 1 Turn on the TV and select the Video channel 3 or 4 Or if you are hooked up with an audio video cable set the TV to AUX or VIDEO uy ra t ERIA 2 Press the GUIDE button pT The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen SELEC ILI zt ENTER ENTER fees E EG UIDE 3 Press the cursor button to select SETUP option and then press ENTER button E t OO 4 Press the button to select VCR PLUS SETUP and then press the ENTER button CA PLUS SETUF ao IS CABLE BOX BEING USED fh fi 5 Press the cursor button to select NO and then press the ENTER button A sma
47. ss the 4 or l cursor button to change the month 7 Press the p cursor button to select DAY and then press the or cursor button to change the pT The correct day of the week will appear by itself 8 Press the 4 cursor button to select YEAR and then press the 4 or cursor button to change the year x PLA T MORTUO uc STOP ee SELECTORS Tu reae m 3n 9 Press the GUIDE button The VCR clock is now set and should show the correct time of day on the TV screen GUIDE Presetting the received channels without using a cable box Hookups A B C or D Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR 1 Turn on the TV and select the video channel 3 or 4 pe Or if you are hooked up with an audio video cable set the TV to AUX or VIDEO Tt CEET ij rg FTA coco 2 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen GUIDE a E SELECTORS ENERGIE EXONS 3 Press the cursor button to select the SETUP option and press the ENTER button cH SOURCE AUTO CHANNEL SET CH LIST ADOSERASE ENDCEETITITS PT 5 Press the cursor button and then press the ENTER button The VCR will automatically select CATV1 or ANT and store channels received in your area It takes about 2 3 minutes lf CATV1 doesn t give you the channels you expect
48. use the SUPER INDEX function PLAY button playback PAUSE ENTER buttons F FWD button fast forward or search SLOW button for slow motion picture STOP button stops play record function Number buttons AVX button select LINE LAST CH button Switches to the TV channel you watched previously during the current viewing session F ADV button Illumination buttons When you press any of illumination buttons the illumination will turn on The illumination goes off 5 seconds later automatically if you do not press the buttons Install batteries in the remote control The remote control requires two AA batteries 1 POWER BE I i 9 Jui ji SH B em J it LU A Fox m AP C AF o ff A fos s He 33 int ERN a Pf k Tem i i a LM E Do m T picis hl i ho i wu sL a z X cA E uL POWER AE LE E 2 Install batteries Align the positive and negative polarity marks on the batteries with those indicated on the remote control 3 Replace the lid Operating in the remote control Operating the VCR 1 Make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and VCR s infrared receiver 2 Point the remote control at the VCR s infrared receiver and press the required button on the remote control Only use video cassettes with the a

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