Hitachi VT-FX6402A VCR User Manual
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1. VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER VT FX6402A Owner s manual dis Using these quality features Auto install system automatically tune in broadcast channels e S VHS Quasi Playback allows you to playback a tape that is recorded by S VHS tape 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 e Super rewind and fast forward e Multi channel TV sound MTS e 8 program 1 month preset recording Auto tracking system automatically adjusts the tracking so the picture is optimized Frequency synthesized tuner provides easy preset tuning of up to 68 broadcast TV channels and 125 cable channels e VHS Hi Fidelity sound in playback e On screen programming guide e Easy cursor operation Auto Install 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 HOME ELECTRONICS AMERICA INC 1855 Donroch Court san Diego CA 92173 Tel 619 661 3441 HITACHI HSC CANADA INC 6740 Campobello Road Mississauga Ontario L5N 2L8 CANADA Tel 905 821 4545 TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR YOUR SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CUSTOMER CONTROLS POWER SUPPLY 120V 60 Hz ONLY The POWER button turns the VCR on2. cD 3 Point VCR remote control toward 4 Press the number button corresponding the functions available on your TV remote control INTEGRATING YOUR STEREO SYSTEM WITH YOUR VCR 56 When your VCR is connected to stereo system you can Make high quality audio only recordings for up to 6 hours on 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 Advanced Hookup Stereo System PURCHASED SEPARATELY To record from stereo BEFORE YOU BEGIN oS ff a EN j i lil 7 ei E Make sure the 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 Select VCR recording speed SP or EP as shown on page 33 of RECORDING OPERATIONS section Basic recording steps oma Press the AVX button on remote control so that L line on the TV display 1 2 Turn on stereo and start the selection you wish to record STEREO 3 Press the REC button on VCR or REC button on the remote control to start recording 4 Press the STOP button to stop recording COPYING TAPES FROM A CAMCORDER You may use your VCR to copy tapes from any camcorder onto standard VHS casseite tapes E i deli ee 7
3. Imal Forward ETT al al F nl m 1 r jd e The 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 e 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 36 Locating 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 VIEW SKIP BLA 1 Press the VIEW SKIP BLANK button in STOP mode 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 e The tape remaining time appears on the screen and VCR display during BLANK SEARCH When a blank is detected the tape will automatically rewind to the beginning of the blank bar Tape Remaining 37 When beginning of blank is located the STOP screen will appear for five seconds and the tape will stop e The tape remaining time appears in the VCR display STOP CH 02
4. Hookup CHANNEL PLAY 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 4 amp button alternates between e channel 3 and channel 4 in the VCR s display Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP AV HOOKUP D WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER 15 F TS 3H en Advanced Hookup with Cable AV Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY Ces m an LN m p eee eS i 7 E G E C _ i AM a o ae E 2 ILe E BASIC WITH 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
5. with plastic a screwdriver or MS tape similar tool N UT E 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 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 Removal Press the STOP EJECT button on the VCR The cassette will come partially out of the compartment so you can pull it out e The cassette can be ejected with the power on or off STOP EJECT BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP A WITH THIS HOOKUP 12 YOU WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER Lee gt Y PE CABLE ho OH TO 25 ADAPTER ine TWil LEAD BACK OF VER 1 4 i Ld i mITT 1 x CHANNEL Basic Hookup with Antenna AF Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE A VCR indicator FUNCTION zu Press the VCR TV mode select button to turn the TV VCR indicator on or off CHANNEL SELECTION Select and Watch Channels Select Channel OFF j P moda using TV to Watch select and Watch Channels
6. A UN w 4 Select Channel to VVatch using VCR i PET mode Record and Watch L l i ON 3 or 4 Select Channel to Record the Same Channel VLA made One Channe Select Channel i OFF sni ne Channa pee rie Select Channel to Record TA Watch Another to Watch TV mode QN Lid s si fee 3 i rae Playback ofa Tape jor 4 mode Switch the RF Channel When the VCR is 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 4 amp button alternates between e channel 3 and channel 4 in the VCR s display Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP AV HOOKUP B 13 WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER BACK OF TV Wiis Pe fi INN P 7h 3D DHE ADAPTER AWD CABLES Auanead Hookup with Antenna AV Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN e WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS e RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL e RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER Basic Hookup with Cable
7. 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 17 a pv on AS d o ee o I2 ry j 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 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 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attentio
8. 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 25 8 TUM PAUSE TT STOP e t f 5 25 335 8 a 1 32 IY A CED HI TACHI 2 Press the REC then PAUSE buttons on the VCR remote control The VCR will go into Record Pause PAUSE LINE REC D 5 ENTER m hn 4 When you see 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 FALSE 59 COPYING FROM ONE VCR TO ANOTHER VCR DUBBING If you have two VCRs you may use one VCR to record a tape that is being played back in the other VCR VCR 2 YCR Playback Hor Sep tha Basic or r i Hook Diagrams for and TV prerecorded tapa RECDHD VCR 3 TO Recording VCR Advanced Hookup Two VCRs PURCHASED SEPARATELY Insert a blank tape To copy from one VCR to another VCR 60 3 Press the PLAY button on VCR 2 You will see taped program being played 4 When you see the part of the program you wish to record press the PAUSE button VCR 1 again to release pause and star
9. Power Input AC 120V 60 Hz Power Consumption 15W nominal 2 0W Standby mode Cabinet Size 14 15 16 W x 3 11 16 H x 10 13 16 D 38 0 cm W x 9 3 cm H x 27 5 cm D Weight 7 7 lbs 3 5 kg otorage Temperature 4 F to 131 F Operating Temperature 41 F to 104 F Accessories 1 coaxial cable Part No EW10251 1 remote control unit Part No HL11161 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 code when calling In Canada MONTREAL 014 956 9882 63 64
10. Hold down the 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 Hold down the lt 2 VIEW SKIP BLANK button during rewind The tape will be visually scanned in the reverse direction while the button is held Hold down the 2 VIEW SKIP BLANK button during fast forward The tape will be visually scanned in the forward direction while the button is held When the button is released the tape will rewind or fast forward again Skipping unnecessary scenes SKIP PLAYBACK 38 E a 1 A T at CJ rn vj x mu 44 21 E i j VIEW SKI LM ELAN HITACH I m While playing back your tape you can skip forward by pressing 2 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 DISP while the on screen display is displayed The on screen display switches in the order below Press the DISP button to see the clock 39 Press the DISP button a second time to see the time counter Press the DISP 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 AUT
11. INDEX buttons to use the SUPER INDEX function Number buttons AVX button select LINE REMOTE OPERATION Install batteries in the remote control The remote control requires two AA batteries 1 Insert your fingertip into the notch and push the battery compartment lid to remove it PO ME ma 1 Hold for 10 seconds 2 Install batteries Align the positive and negative polarity marks on the batteries with those indicated on the remote control 3 Replace the lid 10 TRACKING Operating in remote control 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 FE E n Tes E e al 1 I 2 S6 mau CASSETTE TAPES Types The table shows the recording time of different cassettes 11 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 E we To avoid erasing a recording To re record on a cassette which has its safety tab removed Break off the Cover the hole safety tab using
12. MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL 16 Cable Box Output WALL Channel is Usually gt OUTLET Channel 3 or 4 GABLE CIN QUT or CABLE INN Na mi rw Basic Hookup with Cable Bax RF Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY 55 4 LE E T ed tery 1 Select and Watch Cable Channels using VCR Record and Watch the Same Channel Record One Channel Watch Another Watch Playback of a Tape Switch the RF Channel CHANNEL Watch Cable Channels Select Cable Box 3 Select Channel on TV Output Channel 59 Select Cable Box p Channel to Watch When the VCR is its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4 You need to select the appropriate channel 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 a channel 3 and channel 4 in the VCR s display Display the channel which is not used by a commercial channel in your area ADVANCED CABLE WITH 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 17 CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE THE CABLE BOX BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE C
13. attached to record on f you have installed a cable box 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 This 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 PROGRAM REVIEW 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 1 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen 54 ENTER Cie ENDO DE ee 2 Press the ENTER button to select the PROGRAM MENU Ns fh I 3 Press the 8 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 C05 button to remove this program ne PROGRAM START DURATION USING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Using remote to control your Hitachi TV 1 Turn on the TV 55 iT ap ab TOO ENT AVE DISP 2 Press the TV buttons on remote control
14. cable set ve to AUX or VIDEO 3 Press the PROGRAM button twice for delayed recording f eight programs have already been stored in memory the screen on the right will not appear at this time 49 PROGRAM SELECT PROGRAM the DRE TRAE 2 EEKLY F Pan o Erase any unnecessary programs please refer to page 40 Reviewing what you programmed 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 Set the VCR 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 TAPE SPEED CURSOR 5 Press the or cursor button to change hour of the start time AM or PM can be select when you change the hour 90 6 Press p cursor button to select the minutes and then press the 4 3 cursor button to change the minutes of the start time 7 Press the p cursor button to select the recording time and then press the A 3 cursor button to change the hour 8 Press the p cursor button to select the minutes and then press the 4 or 3 curs
15. 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 CUSTOMER CONTROLS VCR Customer Controls Infrared receiver Cassette compartment TRACKING buttons VCR Display power stop mode flashes during auto install RFO3H RF Channel 3 RFO4CH RF Channel 4 playback flashes during double speed play visual search reverse search slow play play pause and skip playback recording and timer recording flashes during record pause fast forward flashes during high speed fast forward rewind flahses during high speed
16. the a cursor button to select the SETUP option and then press the ENTER button 4 Press the 4 or cursor button to change hour AM or PM can be select when you change the hour 21 CLOCK SETIF SELECTOR 30 gt gt NT SOOO HITACHI 5 Press the gt cursor button to select the minutes and then press 4 d cursor button to change the minutes 6 Press the 4 cursor button to select MONTH and then press the 4 or E cursor button to change the month 7 Press the cursor button to select DAY and then press the cursor button to change the day The correct day of the week will appear by itself 22 M wr Fm rw tb dd AU HE rus Bog 8 Press the 4 cursor button to select YEAR and then press the 4k or Ei year E AUR SETUP st mum B 10 2 FRI 9 Press the GUIDE button The clock is now set and should show the correct time of day on the TV screen PRE TUNING THE VCR TUNER received channels without using cable box Hookups A B C D Press the POWER button to turn on the VCR POWER Nr cursor button to change the 23 1 Turn on and select the video channel 3 or 4 Or if you are hooked up with an audio video cable set th
17. ABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL Cable Box Output WALL Channel is Usually OUTLET Channel 3 4 CABLE BOX BACK VOR TE i ALIO VIDEO CABLES a A M MM n S Advance Hookup with Cable Box AV Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE Select Channel to VVatch Jo Select Cable Box Select Channel Output Channel to Watch Select Cable Select Channel Output Channel to Record OFF moda Select Cable Box Qutput Channel Watch Cable Channels on TV Select and Watch Cable Channels using VCR Record and Watch the Same Channal Record One Channel Watch Another AUX or VIDEO Watch Playback of a Tape AUX or VIDEO Km ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP WITH CABLE BOX AND WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN e 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 18 L ABL DAR UF VER p Advanced Hookup with Cable Box and Splitter AV and RF Hookup PURCHASED SEPARATELY TABLE G CHANNEL SELECTION rH indicator Press the VCR TV FUNCTION mode button to V VCR CABLE BOX ur
18. CR remote if it s programmed to control your TV see page 41 i 2 5 4 Y 45 change channel being recorded HITACHI E p f 1 Press the PAUSE button to stop the recording temporarily ri al i I EE CENTER 2 Press the CH E 4 T 2 re t D 46 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 Second 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 How to set the SAP option 1 Press the GUIDE button 2 Press the E 3 Press the 1 4 Press the E 47 4 cursor button to the SAP option ON 5 Press the Fi 6 Press the GUIDE button to end the setting cume m 7 Follow the Step 1 through 6 on Basic Recording Steps on pages 33 and 40 Stereo vs mono sound When you select the
19. IDE button 2 Press the E cursor button to select the SETUP option and then press the ENTER button 34 3 Press the 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 Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the linear monaural track Also if the audio sounds distorted or unusual or there is no audio select LINEAR 5 Press the GUIDE button to end the setting aS ID IJ i Advanced Hookup Stereo System 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 INDEX SEARCH You can locate the beginning of a recorded program using the INDEX feature BLANK SEARCH You can locate the beginning of a blank section tape EASY VIEW his switches fast forward or rewind to visual search so that you can search 35 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 FLAY DEA 1 Press the button rewind or the button forward to begin the index search in the STOP mode
20. O T 120 or shorter tape T 160 140 or T 160 tape T 180 T 180 tape T 210 T 210 tape INDEX WITH THE TIME COUNTER To find specific sections on a tape Indexing with the Time Counter You can set the time counter to memorize a certain point in the video programming and you can return to that point automatically 40 Vs P7 m iy E rm rm m fakes ie z 1 Press the DISP button two or three times The counter will appear in the TV screen f STOP CH OF 3 Atthe point that you want to go back to press the CLEAR button This resets the counter to 0 00 00 0 00 00 4 Press the STOP button when you are done recording or playing back the tape 41 5 Press 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 T i ee he RECORDING A PROGRAM Before record To re record on a cassette which has its safety tab removed Lover the hole with gt 11 cellaphane tape The VCR must be hooked up properly for recording See the Simple Hookups 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
21. 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 oet to MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too noisy DELAYED RECORDING Setting VCR to record later To re record on a cassette which has its safety tab removed Lover the hole with cellaphane tape lt lt 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 Before you begin Assemble the information you need for timed recording Be sure that the clock is set to the correct time Date and day of the program 48 e Starting time e Ending time e 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 PROGRAM 1 Insert blank or erasable tape The power comes on automatically 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
22. V 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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 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 equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This Meidroth 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
23. 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 CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 E J A 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 MATCH 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 CAT
24. and should be left to a professional antenna installer USE 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 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 normally by following the operating instructions Adjust
25. apply to private in home taping of copyrighted materials In most cases it is okay to record for personal 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 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 um LE OOS TAPE SPEED CH REC PALSE 102 STOP CH 08 YS 17065 THU HORAM EP 43 VCR PLUS SETUP Example Select channel 8 100 ENT and C25 and lt gt for the channel 124 PAUSE STOP 5 Press the REC button on the remote control or the REC IRT button on the VCR Recording will start and the REC indictor on the VCR will appear M 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 2 Switch channels using your TV controls or the V
26. e TV to AUX or VIDEO w Os j 5 UM a E zel r P 1 On 2 CURSOR OE 16 CN 3 15 ee CHE GUIDE m pm a iv m E E lt O5 2 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen LANGUAGE SI ENGLISH SELECTI 7 7 ENTER 7 ENCED 4 Press the cursor button to select the CHANNEL and then press the ENTER button 24 SELECTIA Z 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 CATV1 doesn t give you the channels you expect 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 Th CHANNEL 15 SETTING I 6 Press GUIDE to return to regular viewing GUIDE am 1 1 When automatic presetting of channels 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 pic
27. ed 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 When you turn power off A cassette has not been after programming the inserted or a cassette timer or transfer without a safety tab has 1 been inserted A cassette e Mowe without safety tab will be ejected automatically Insert a cassette with a safety tab intact When you press the A cassette has not been play record fast inserted Insert a cassette forward rewind or super index button 62 When you press the A cassette without safety record button for tab has been inserted It PLEASE INSERT TAPE recording or dubbing or Will be ejected WITH TAB press the automatically Insert a cassette with safety tab C2 VIEW SKIP BLAN intact K button for BLANK SEARCH TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Format VHS Video Signal System NTSC color EIA standard Record Playback System Video 4 head Audio VHS Hi Fi stereo record playback system Tape Speed 33 35 mm sec SP 16 67 mm sec LP playback only 11 12 mm sec EP HF Input UHF VHS 75 ohm Tuner USA 181 channel tuning ability 125 cable channels Canada 178 channel tuning ability 122 cable channels Type Auto programming frequency synthesis
28. ime Manual Rewind 1 Press the STOP button to end playback 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 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 F FWD STOP Press the REW or 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 Scratched tapes or poorly recorded tapes may require additional picture adjustment You can do this with the remote control Press the CH or B button on the remote control or TRACKING button on the VCR when viewing a cassette Press either the or a buttons until picture is clear 31 25255206 V Still Playback Pause Press the PAUSE button on the remote co
29. n tha indicator an ar oll a o D Cable Channels Channel m TV ip Watcl i I l Wate Playback AL X or VII AUTO INSTALL Setting channel automatically 1 Switch on at the mains supply socket after completely connecting all leads Please refer to page 10 to 16 on sections The VCR will be in the standby mode at this stage 2 Press the POWER button on the VCR to start the auto install This screen appears to show that the channel is being set The VCR will automatically store channels received in your area takes about 2 3 minutes will flash in the VCR s display 19 i PLEASE CHANNEL I SETTING CANCEL SETTING THE CLOCK Tips 1 You ll need to set the clock when first hooking up your VCR and any time the power goes out for more than 1 hour When you first plug in the VCR or after a power outage the clock display will read on the TV display set the clock 20 ENTER CURSOR 1 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen SELECTS ENTER PEI 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 2 cursor button to select LANGUAGE option and then press the p cursor button for French or for Spanish 2 Press
30. n 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 m a 1 __ Ll I ul 3 fi m pu T ci m 8 IB HurEEERIC E REI ER qo XXE c EI me 1 i IB TE 5 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 witha cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended b
31. ntrol 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 32 1 Press PLAY button 3 Press the PLAY button to return to play back at normal speed maY l o7 Site W a F LN Press the STOP button to stop the tape Visual Search This function let you search backward and forward through the videotape while viewing it During play 33 Press the REW button to search reverse Press the F FWD button to search ahead Press the PLAY button to return to normal playback Press REW F FWD hold it you can search backward or forward through the tape higher speed while viewing it Press PLAY 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 e Release REW or F FWD to return to normal playback Choosing 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 42 ENTER How to select playback audio 1 Press the GU
32. or button to change the minutes e f you have installed a cable box the cable box output channel will appear in the CH column 9 Press the 4 cursor button to select the channel and then press the or a cursor button to change the channel p want to record from an external equipment press the or d cursor button to select L1 instead of the channel number 51 10 Press gt cursor button to select the tape speed and then press the or cursor TAPE SPEED button to change the recording speed to EP ria ily B 1 SPEED 11 Press p cursor to select the recording date and then press the or cursor button to change the date 12 Press the PROGRAM button to set the program in memory PROGRAM j b a Pos Fr FORTIMERRECORDING J TURN POWER OFF PROGRAM PLEASE REVIEW PROGRAM HITACHI 13 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 Delayed recording indicatar The VCR will automatically give a warning display on the screen 5 minutes before timer recording is to start 53 When you set up all the timed recordings you want e Don t forget to load a videocassette with the safety tab still
33. r button to select SETUP and then press the ENTER button 27 ENTER CURSOR GUIDE ON 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 If the signal is too strong this function may not operate even if you specify ON During playback this function does not operate OFF The AUTO BLUE feature is switched off 5 Press the GUIDE button to end the setting T PLAYBACK 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 28 2 Insert recorded tape The power comes on automatically When cassette without its safety tab is inserted playback starts automatically 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 PLAY gt rig dij 4 Press the STOP button to end playback lt 29 Rewinding 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 t
34. rewind operate MODE delay recording indicator flashes if a cassette has not been inserted or a cassette without a safety tab has been inserted Accessories supplied Check and identify the accessories supplied If any are missing or appear damaged consult your dealer Remote control 2 2 PCS Cable for connecting Batteries for remote this VCR toa TV control handset R6 VCR Customer Controls le 13 AUDIO IN L jacks VIDEO IN jack IN FROM ANT signal input OUT TO TV signal to TV VIDEO OUT jack AUDIO OUT L R jacks Remote Control Customer Controls 3 14 2 3 15 16 Lr ui 17 mM er ag 6 zm 19 q er rep 10 Fy IO C52 CEXLA 22 11 11 SP C85 cen 12 mer 55 Fa 7 23 Transmission window POWER button TAPE SPEED button select the recording speed SP or EP VOL button increase or decrease the audio volume SLOW button for slow motion picture REW button fast rewind or search STOP button stops play record function GUIDE to recall OSD menu DISP to recall on screen display PROGRAM programming button CLEAR clears time counter REC record button 100 ENT button VCR TV Device buttons let you set the remote to control one of the two devices VCR TV mode select button CH channel up down button PAUSE ENTER buttons Cursor buttons F FWD button fast forward or search PLAY button playback SUPER
35. t recording Press the STOP button to finish recording PROBLEM GUIDE MAINTENANCE Problem guide Make sure the VCR is plugged into an AC outlet Remote control doesn t Make sure the batteries are fresh and properly WOrk installed Safety tab has been removed from cassette VCR will automatically eject the tape Won t play back Make sure the TV VCR switch is set to the VCR mode 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 VCR power must be turned off to activate recordings timer recording Clock is not set correctly Programs entered incorrectly 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 Head cleaning may be required Tape is worn or of inferior quality adjust tracking controls Snowy picture in normal Check antenna or cable connections TV viewing Clock shows on the Power has been interrupted reset the clock TV dienlav Reset the clock 7 Erratic VCR display Push the reset switch with a sharp pointed instrument pen toothpick etc Maintenance Regular periodic maintenance is required to maintain optimum VCR performance Such maintenance and adjustments should not be attempt
36. tures 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 25 1 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen 1 3 Th Ret LN rem 1 i 1 SELECTOR ENTER CPS 2 Press the a cursor button to select the SETUP option and then press the ENTER button Fur al ne a d o umb ud UII ENTER v Fy dn 1 El a ow N AUTO CHANNEL SET n CH LIST ADD ERASE CHANNEL ADDED SELECT CHANNEL ADD G thas 5 Use the number buttons to select the number of the channel you want to add or erase Example 22 1 C2 CHANNEL SELECT CHANNEL ADD L7 5 AE KEGI DE p HLE a CHANNEL 07 X7 dae s Nes SELECT CHATEL ADD PRESE S FAA DE 7 Press the GUIDE button to return to regular viewing GUIDE T Auto blue setting 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 Press the GUIDE button The main on screen menu will appear on the TV screen C m WGUAGE BENI poca 3 Press curso
37. y 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 gt lt 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected 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 circuits as contact with them might be fatal Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous
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