Goldstar GVR-F435 Owner's manual

Brand: Goldstar

Model: GVR-F435

Category: Cassette players

Type: Owner's manual

GoldStar

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

OWNER'S MANUAL

Before connecting, operating, or adjusting this product,

please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.

GVR-F435

WARNING : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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.

This lightning flash with arrowhead symbol

within an equilateral triangle is intended to

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

dangerous voltage within the product's

enclosure that may be of sufficient magni-

tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to

persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and mainte-

nance (servicing) instructions in the literature

accompanying the product.

THIS VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER SHOULD BE OPER-

ATED WITH AC 120V, 60Hz CURRENT ONLY.

THIS VIDEO DECK IS A VHS TYPE RE-

CORDER. FOR PROPER OPERATION,

USE ONLY A VHS TYPE VIDEO CAS-

SETTE.

lUlQ

VHS High Quality technology is incorporated

into VCR's marked HQ.

This unit is compatible with conventional

VHS VCRs.

CAUTION • TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

USE THIS (POLARIZED) PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION

CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS

THE PLUG CAN BE FULLY INSERTED WITHOUT

EXPOSING ANY PARTS OF THE BLADES.

WARNING:

Many television programs and films are copyrighted.In

certaincircumstances,copyrightlaw may apply to private

in-homevideotapingofcopyrightedmaterials.

FCCWARNING: Thisequipment may generate or use radio

frequency energy.Changes or modificationsto this equip-

mentmay causeharmfulinterferenceunlessthe modifica-

tionsare expresslyapprovedinthe instructionmanual.The

usercouldlosetheauthorityto operatethisequipmentifan

unauthorizedchangeor modificationismade.

If you pour a cold liquid intoa glass, water vapor in the air

will condense on the surface of the glass. This is moisture

condensation. Moisture condensation on the head drum,

one of the most crucial parts of the unit, will cause

damage to the tape.

When the VCR is exposed to a rapid temperature change

from cold to warm, some condensation will occur. Under

this condition, connect the power cord to the AC line,

press POWER button on and allow at least two hours for

the VCR to dry out.

The serial number is found on the back of this unit.This num-

ber is unique to this unit and not available to others. You

should record requested information here and retain this

guide as a permanent record of your purchase.

Model No. GVR-F435

Serial No.

REGULATORY INFORMATION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of

the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea-

sonable protection against harmful interference in a resi-

dential installation! This equipment generates, uses and

can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and

used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harm-

ful interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not

occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does

cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,

which can be determined by turning the equipment off and

on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference

by one or more of the following measures:

= Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differ-

ent from that to which the receiver isconnected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/'l-V

technician for help.

This Class (B) digital apparatus meets all requirements of

the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula-

tions.

Cet appareil num_'rique de ia classe (B) respecte toutes les

exigences du R_glement sur le mat6riel brouilleur du

Canada.

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CONTENTS FEATURES

Features/Accessories............................................................................................3

ImportantSafeguards............................................................................................4

Installation/WiringDiagram....................................................................................6

VCR toTV Connection..........................................................................................6

Antennato VCR Connections...............................................................................7

CableAntenna(CAW) Connections.....................................................................8

VCR OutputChannelSetting................................................................................9

ControlNames and Locations.............................................................................10

RemoteControlUnit............................................................................................12

OnscreenDisplay(OSD).....................................................................................14

Settingthe OnscreenDisplay..............................................................................15

ChannelSelection...............................................................................................16

ViewingTV Only..................................................................................................17

VideoCassetteTapes..........................................................................................18

CassetteLoadingand Unloading........................................................................18

SettingtheClock.................................................................................................19

NormalPlayback.................................................................................................20

SpecialEffectsPlayback.....................................................................................21

VISSFFIMESearch..............................................................................................23

NormalRecording................................................................................................24

TimerRecording..................................................................................................25

InstantTimer Recording(ITR).............................................................................28

TapeCounterMemoryFeature...........................................................................29

Editinga Recording.............................................................................................30

Auto-Rewind........................................................................................................30

PlaybackwithTV EquippedwithVIR ..................................................................30

OperatingHints....................................................................................................30

CamcordertoVCR Dubbingand Editing............................................................31

VCR toVCR Dubbing..........................................................................................31

Troubleshooting...................................................................................................32

VideoHead Cleaning...........................................................................................33

Specifications.......................................................................................................34

Warranty.................................................................................................Rear cover

• Double Azimuth 4 Head System

• Quick Response Mechanism

• 181 Channel Frequency

Synthesized Cable Compatible

Tuner with Autochannel

Programming and Multichannel

Scan

• 1 Year/8 Event Timer with DAILY

and WEEKLY Function

• High Quality (HQ) Picture

Enhancement System for

Improved Image Sharpness

and Detail

• Auto Power and Playback

Functions

• ITR (Instant Timer Recording)

• Real-Time Tape Counter,

Tape Remaining Time

• Jet Search/Logic Search/

CM Scan

• Clean Still, Slow, Frame Advance

• Auto Tracking Function/Auto

Head Cleaner

• VISS (VHS Index Search System)

Function/Time Search

• Onscreen Display of Function

• Trilingual Onscreen Programming

(English/Spanish/French)

ACCESSORIES

Check to make sure that all accessories listed right have been included with your

VCR.

Note: Depending on your antenna system, you may need a different type of Combiner

(Mixer) and Separator (Splitter). You can purchase them at mast electronics stores. For

further details, ask your nearest authorized service center.

Wireless Remote

Control

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75 ohm

Coaxial Cable

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating

instructionsshouldbe readbeforethe productisoperat-

ed.

Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating

instructionsshouldbe retained forfuturereference.

Heed Warnings --All warningson the productand in

the operatinginstructionsshouldbe adheredto.

Follow Instructions --All operatingand use instruc-

tionsshouldbe followed.

Cleaning -- Unplugthis productfrom the wall outlet

beforecleaning.Do not use liquidcleanersor aerosol

cleaners.Usea dampclothfor cleaning.

Exception:Products meantfor continuoususe,such as

a cableconverter,may beleftpluggedin.

Attachments -- Do not use attachmentsnot recom-

mendedbytheproductmanufacturerastheymaycause

hazards.

Water and Moisture -- Do not use this productnear

water,or nearmoistor dampareas.

Accessories -- Do not place this product on an unsta-

ble cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may

fall, causing serious injuryto a childor adult, and serious

damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tri-

pod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufactur-

er, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product

should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and

should use a mounting accessory recommended by the

manufacturer.

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13.

Ventilation-- Slotsandopeningsinthecabinet arepro-

videdfor ventilationand to ensurereliableoperationof

theproductandtoprotectitfrom overheating.Andthese

openingsmustnotbeblockedorcovered. The openings

shouldnever be blockedby placingthe producton a

bed, sofa, rug, or other similarsurface.This product

shouldnot be placedin a built-ininstallationsuchas a

bookcaseor rackunlessproperventilationisprovidedor

the manufacturer'sinstructionshavebeenfollowed.

Power Source-- Thisproductshouldbeoperatedonly

fromthetype of powersourceindicatedon themarking

label. If youare notsure ofthe type ofpowersupplyto

your home,consultyour productdealeror localpower

company. Forproductsintendedtooperatefrom battery

power, or othersource, refer to the operatinginstruc-

tions.

Grounding or Polarization -- This productmay be

equippedwitha polarizedalternating-currentlineplug(a

plug havingone bladewiderthan the other).This plug

willfit intothepoweroutletonlyoneway.Thisisa safe-

ty feature. If you are unableto insertthe plugfully into

the outlet,try reversingthe plug.Ifthe plugshouldstill

fail to fit, contactyourelectricianto replaceyourobso-

leteoutlet.Donotdefeatthesafetypurposeofthepolar-

izedplug.

Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should

be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or against them. Pay par-

ticular attention to cords at plugs and the point where

they exit the product.

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Movement with Accessories -- Movingthis product

while positionedon a cart shouldbe done carefully.

Quickstops,excessiveforce, and unevensurfacesmay

causethe productandcartcombinationtooverturn.

Figure 131.2 - Portable cart warning

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14. Protective Attachment Plug -- This product is 19.

equipped with an attachment plug featuring overload

protection. This is a safety feature. See Instruction

Manual for replacement or resetting of protective device.

If replacement of the plug is required, be sure the ser-

vice technician has used a replacement plug specified

by the manufacturer that has the same overload protec- 20.

tion as the original plug.

15. Outdoor Antenna Grounding m If an outside antenna

or cable system isconnected to the product, be sure the

antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some

protection against voltage surges and built-up static

charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,

ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information regarding proper

grounding ofthe mast and supporting structure, ground-

ing of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size

of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge

unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and require-

ments for the grounding electrode. See Figure 131.1.

FIGURE 131.1

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA

L_IN

WIRE

g_D

ANTENNA

_.-_ DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

_GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

J (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

WER SERVICE GROUNDING

- _ ELECTRODE SYSTEM

NEC-NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NEC ART 250, PART H)

$2896A

16. Lightning h For added protection for this product dur-

ing 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

wiU prevent damage to the product due to lightning and

power-line surges.

17. 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 out-

side antenna system, extreme care should be taken to

keep from touching such power lines or circuits as con-

tact with them might be fatal.

18. Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets and exten-

sion cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric

shock.

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25.

Object and Liquid Entry p Never pushobjects ofany

kindthroughopeningsinto this productas they may

touchdangerousvoltagepointsor short-outpartsthat

couldresultin a fire or electricshock.Never spillliquid

ofanykindonthe product.

Servicing m Do not attempt to service this product

yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you

to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servic-

ing to qualified service personnel.

Damage Requiring Service -- Unplug this product

from the walloutletand referservicing to qualified ser-

vicepersonnelunderthefollowing conditions:

a. Whenthepower-supplycord or plugisdamaged.

b. If liquidhas been spilledor objectshave fallen into

theproduct.

c. If theproducthasbeenexposedto rainor water.

d. Ifthe productdoesnotoperatenormallybyfollowing

theoperatinginstructions.Adjust onlythosecontrols

thatare coveredby theoperatinginstructionsas an

improperadjustmentof othercontrolsmay resultin

damage and willoften requireextensivework by a

qualifiedtechnicianto restorethe productto itsnor-

maloperation.

e. If the producthas beendroppedor the cabinethas

beendamaged.

f. When the productexhibitsa distinctchangein per-

formance-this indicatesa needfor service.

Replacement Parts _ When replacement parts are

required, be sure the service technician has used

replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have

the same characteristics as the original part.

Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric

shock, or other hazards.

Safety Check -- Upon completion of any service or

repairs tothis product, ask the servicetechniciantoper-

form safety checksto determinethat the productis in

properoperatingcondition.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting -- The productshouldbe

mountedto a wall or ceilingonlyas recommendedby

themanufacturer.

Heat -- The product should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or

other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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INSTALLATION

Placing your VCR on the top of or under the IV receiver may result in interfer-

ence appearing on the IV screen when the VCR is on. If this occurs, move the

VCR to a position alongside the TV receiver.

WIRING DIAGRAM

Typical wiring for your VCR is shown below.

Antenna CATV

_T__ OR _[ FcOb/e "_

Companyy

VCR -!)v (From ANT)

(To

[] l(From VCR)

(To TV)

I: See ANTENNA TO VCR CON-

NECTIONS on page 7.

I1: See VCR TO IV CONNECTION

on page 6.

II1: See CABLE ANTENNA (CATV)

CONNECTIONS on page 8.

VCR TO TV CONNECTION

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)

Antenna Splitter

(75 ohm to VHF/UHF 300 ohm)

(not supplied)

TV Antenna Terminals ___

To OUT TO TV

TV set

Connect the 75-ohm Coaxial

Cable to OUT TO TV on the VCR.

Connect the other end to the

75-ohm antenna input, or to the

screws labeled VHF on back of the

"IV.

If UHF is used in your area, a sep-

arate splitter may be needed. If

applicable, connect the wires

marked UHF on the Splitter to.the

UHF terminals on the rear of your

television. See illustration left.

Connect the wires marked VHF on

the Splitter to the VHF terminals

on the rear of your television.

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ANTENNA TO VCR CONNECTIONS

ANTENNAS WITH ONE LEAD (Combined VHF-UHF)

VHF/UHF Antenna

75 ohm Coaxial Cable

or 300 ohm Twin-Lead

Cable

300 ohm to 75 ohm

Antenna Adaptor Jl 1_-_:. .........

(Not supplied) k_L.: OR

VCR

Disconnect the antenna leads from

the rear of the TV receiver.

Identify the type of cable from your

antenna. If it is a round cable as

illustrated, it is a 75-ohm coaxial

antenna cable. This cable will con-

nect directly to the connector

marked IN FROM ANT on your

VCR.

If your antenna lead wire is a flat

type antenna cable, connect it to a

Antenna Adaptor (300-ohm to 75-

ohm) (not supplied) and slip the

Adaptor onto the IN FROM ANT

terminal The Adaptor does not

screw on to the VCR, it just slips

over the connector.

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ANTENNAS WITH SEPARATE VHF-UHF LEADS

VCR

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UHFAntenna VHFAntenna

300 ohm_ _r_

TawblneLei IiHF/UHpFpmiei_rll

75 ohm Coaxial Cable or

300 ohm Twin-Lead Cable

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CABLE ANTENNA (CA TV) CONNECTIONS

VCR

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"IV set

Antenna Splitter i_

(not supplied)

:........oR.

75 ohm Cable System

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)

If your cable wire is connected to your

"IV without a converter or descrambler

box, unscrew the wire from your TV

and attach it to the IN FROM ANT

terminal on the VCR. Use the supplied

round coaxial cable to connect

between the VCR's OUT TO TV

connector and the 75 ohm VHF input

connector on the TV. With this connec-

tion, you can receive all midband,

super band, and hyperband channels.

TV set

Antenna :; I

Splitter

(not supplied)

:........95.

1) Remove round wire from

TV and screw onto VCR's

IN FROM ANT connector.

CABLE CONVERTER

75 ohm

Cable

System

VCR

75 ohm Coaxial Cable (supplied)

2) Use the supplied coaxial cable between

the VCR's OUT TO TV connector and the

TV's 75 ohm connector.

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CABLE and PAY TV reception

area (scrambled signals)

If a converter is required in your cable

system, follow the instruction below:

The cable hookup left permits both TV

and VCR operation. However, it is not

possible to view one channel while

recording another. All VCR recordings

are from whichever channel your con-

verter is set to.

TV set

\j "

Antenna Splitter H

(not supplied) _ OR

i............

75 ohm Coaxial

Cable (supplied) _

A/B Switch

(Not supplied)

VCR

75 ohm Cable System

_ 2-way Splitter

(Not supplied)

CONVERTER

AND PAY TV

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The cable hookup left allows you either

to view and record the same channel

(scrambled or non-scrambled signal),

or to view one channel (non-scrambled

signal) while recording another chan-

nel (scrambled or non-scrambled sig-

nal).

Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 I

of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-

nected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

VCR OUTPUT CHANNEL SETTING

AUDIO V=C_EO

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VCR OUTPUT CHANNEL SWITCH

During playback of a video tape, and when the TV_'€R button is set to the VCR

position, the VCR OUTPUT converter changes the video and audio signals to the

same type of signals that are used for TV broadcasts. Set the VCR OUTPUT

channel switch (marked CH3, CH4 and located on the rear panel) to channel 3 or

4. Select the channel that is not used for TV broadcasts in your area.

This is your VCR OUTPUT channel. To play a tape, or to watch TV using the

VCR's built-in tuner, always set your TV's channel selector to the same char_nel (3

or 4).

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CONTROL NAMES AND LOCATIONS

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OPERATION INDICATORS

Details are on the next page.

CASSETTE COMPARTMENT

Wherethevideocassetteisinserted.

STOP/EJECT BUTTON

To stop the tape, or eject a stopped cassette.

POWER ON/OFF BUTTON

To turn the VCR on and off.

CHANNEL (y/A) BUTTONS

To scan up or down through

memorized channels or to

adjust the manual tracking.

REC/ITR BUTTON

To record normally, press this button once. Press it

twice to activate Instant Timer Recording (ITR).

REW BUTTON

Press this button during the STOP

mode to rewind the tape, or during the

PLAY mode for fast reverse picture

search (REVIEW mode).

FF BUTTON

Press this button during the STOP

mode to advance the tape, or dur-

ing the PLAY mode for fast for-

ward picture search (CUE mode).

INFRARED REMOTE SENSOR

This sensor receives the signal

from the infrared remote control.

PLAY BUTTON

Press to play a recorded tape.

II P/STILL

P/STILL BUTTON

Press for a temporary pause/still picture

during PLAY or RECORDING.

During STILL mode: Press PLAY to

resume viewing. Press to advance the

video picture one frame at a time while

viewing a still picture.

In RECORD mode: Press P/STILL once to

pause and again to resume recording.

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VHF/UHF ANTENNA INPUT CONNECTOR

Connect the VHF/UHF antenna to this terminal.

VIDEO-OUT JACK

Connect this terminalto the videoinput terminal on an

externalunit,suchas a monitorreceiveror anotherVCR.

AUDIO-OUT JACK

Connect this terminal to the audio input terminal on an external unit,

such as a monitor receiver, home audio system, or another VCR.

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RF CHANNEL SELECT SWITCH

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POWER CORD

Connect only to an AC 120V, 60Hz

outlet.

Set this switch to channel 3 or 4.

AUDIO-IN JACK [

Connect the audio output cable from

an external unit to this terminal.

VIDEO-IN JACK

Connect the video output cable from

an external unit to this terminal.

tINDICATOR PANEL i

VHF/UHF ANTENNA OUTPUT CONNECTOR

Connect this terminal to the VHF or UHF antenna

terminals on the back of a TV.

POWER Indication

This indicator lights when POWER

button is pressed to ON.

POWER

VCR Indication

This indicator lights when the

TV/VCR selector is set to VCR.

CST.IN VCR REC

TIMER Indication

This indicator lights when the

VCR is in timer standby mode.

TIMER

CST.IN Indication

Lights to indicate a cassette

is loaded.

[

REC Indication

This indicator lights when the

VCR is in the recording mode.

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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

The remote control is used for most of the operations and features of the VCR. Before proceeding, put batteries in the remote

and become familiar with the buttons. Use only type AA batteries. The maximum operating distance is about 25 feet.

The POWER, REW, PLAY, FF,, P/STILL and RE€/ITR buttons on the remote control unit perform the same functions as the

corresponding buttons on the VCR. The remaining buttons are on the remote control unit only.

C3 C3 C3 x,__

F1 .2_. 3 ',

4 5 ; CLEAR

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7 8 9 _'-'0"-'1

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CLRK/ECMNT/RESET P/STILL REC/ITR

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EJECT BUTTON

Press to remove a cassette in the STOP mode.

MENU BUTTON

Displays the programming menu on the TV screen.

ENTER BUTTON

Accesses the onscreen menu. Displays functions on the TV screen.

EXIT BUTTON

Quits the current screen or Pop-up, or returns to the currently turned

channel.

_-_ CLEAR BUTTON

Cancels a timer recording.

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NUMBER BUTTONS

Use these buttons, numbered 0-9, to select a channel.

STOP BUTTON

Press to stop the tape (in any mode).

RESET BUTTON

To reset tape counter to M 0:00:00.

.......... CHANNEL/TRACKING BUTTONS

To scan up or down through the programmed channel.

To fine tune image manually or to stabilize picture in slew mode in

case vertical jitter occurs.

CM SCAN BUTTON

Press the CM SCAN button and the tape will fast forward picture

search through 30 seconds of recording.

................... TV/VCR BUTTON

To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by the TV tuner.

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UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT ARROWS (except the 5 button)

Move up, down, left, right one row, column, or selection (hold to

repeat).

CLOCK/COUNT/REMAIN BUTTON

To switch among the clock, tape counter, and remaining tape time

modes on the display.

SP/EP BUTTON ..................... _o_

Use to select recording speed.

SLOW BUTTON .......................

Press SLOW for slow motion playback during PLAY mode.

AUTO TRACKING BUTTON

Automatically adjusts the screen for a clear picture.

VISS/TIME BUTTON

Press this button once to enter the VISS function mode.

Press this button twice to enter the TIME search function mode.

POWER EJECT MENU ENTER

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REW/(_] FFIr_

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CLEK_M / RESET P/STILL REC/ITR

OPERATION OF REMOTE CONTROL

Aim the remote control unit at the sensor on the front panel of the VCR.

NOTES:

1. If the range is short, t0, new batteries.

2. An object between the VCR and remote control unit may block the invisible light beam

and operation will be impossible.

3. Batteries installed backwards may leak and damage your Remote Control.

4. Do not mix old and new batteries or carbon t)'pes with alkaline types.

5. Remove the batteries from the batte13" compartment if the remote control will not be

used for a long time.

HOW TO INSTALL THE

BATTERIES IN THE

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

NOTES:

1. Be sure to install two AA size

batteries before use.

2. Be sure to insert the positive ends of

the batteries into the appropriate ends

of the Battery Compartment.

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ONSCREEN DISPLAY

ONSCREEN FUNCTION DISPLAYS

Some of these functions will be displayed every time the VCR is operated,

FUNCTION DISPLAY

Indicates the function in progress.

TAPE SPEED DISPLAY

Shows on the current tape speed.

DATE DISPLAY

Shows the current date.

(Month/Day/Day of the week format)

STOP

JUL 5, FRI 2:15 PM-

4 - =P-CHANNEL DISPLAY

Indicates the selected channel (or AV

in AUDIO/VIDEO mode).

qP'-'CLOCK/COU NT/REMAIN DISPLAY

Shows the current time (AM/PM for-

mat), the tape counter, or the estimat-

ed time remaining on the tape.

POWER EJECT MENU ENTER

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ONSCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) MENU SYSTEM

The SETUP, clock setting, and timer recordings are accessed conveniently with

Onscreen Menu Displays that lead you through each step. The following pages

describe the Onscreen selections.

BLUE SCREEN DISPLAY

The blue screen display appears when an inactive TV channel is selected on the

VCR.

NOTES: • The TV/VCR button must be set to VCR.

• The VCR output channel must be set to CH3 or CH4, as appropriate.

Each press of the ENTER button changes the TV screen in the following

sequence. (FUNCTION OSD ON position in the SE'IUP menu.)

One press-

(Full Function

Display)

JUL 5, FRI

NOTE: After 3 seconds,

Display will automati-

cally disappear

Two presses-

(Only Clock or

Tape Counter)

2:15 PM

NOTE: The Clock (or

Counter) mode will con-

tinue until you press the'

ENTER button again.

Three presses-

(No Display)

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SETTING THE ONSCREEN DISPLAY

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MENU Button

-ENTER

Button

EXIT Button

•UP, DOWN,

LEFT, RIGHT

Arrows (except

the 5 Button)

Press MENU.

CLOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

SELECT _ ENTER

TO EXIT PRESS

Press UP/DOWN and ENTER

button to desired menu.

The SETUP, clock setting, and timer recordings are accessed conveniently with

Onscreen Menu Displays that lead you through each step. The following pages

describe the Onscreen selections to be set.

Before Using the Onscreen Display

1. Plug in the VCR and turn the power on.

2. Switch on the TV and set the TV's channel selector to match the VCR's output

channel (3 or 4).

NOTE: If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the VCR and the TV (via

the RCA plugs), set the TV's source selector to VIDEO.

MENU SELECTION

Your VCR allows remote control adjustment of several features.

1. Press MENU button.

2. Select the desired menu with the UP/DOWN button and then press the ENTER

button.

DAY 1 MON

YEAR 1996

TIME 12 : 00 PM

_1_ SELECT _1_ ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

CLOCK SET - Details are on page 19.

MONTH :

DAY :

START :

STOP :

CHANNEL:

SPEED :

REPEAT :

[_]i] SELECT _ ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS rk'XTlq

TUNINGBAND:

CH. ADD/DEL:

SOURCE SELECT:

[{fi] SELECT _ ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

PROGRAM - Details are on page 25-27.

TUNING - Details are on page 16-17.

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LANGUAGE SELECT:

[g_]SELECT [3B ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

SETUP

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CHANNEL SELECTION

CLOCK

PROGRAM

1UNING

SETUP

_]m SELECT _ ENTER

TO EXIT PRESS [1_

TUNING BAND:

OH. ADD/DE'L:

SOURCE SELECT:

SELECT _ ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS IZ-k-ff3

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AUTO CHANNEL SET

TUNING BAND:

CH. ADD/DEL:

_] SELECT _ ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

TUNING BAND:

OH. ADD/DEL:

SOURCE SELECT:

B]_ SELECT _13 ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS (_]3

AUTO CHANNEL SET

PROCEEDING

CHANNEL 2

TO EXIT PRESS

[]

_TO C_HA_N_I_IELSET

OH. ADD/DEL:

SOURCE SELECT:

_!_ SELECT E]_ ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

[]

AUTO CHANNEL SET

SOURCE SELECT:

ADO/DELETE

[]]_ SELECT HE]ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

This VCR is equipped with a frequency synthesized tuner capable of receiving up

to 181 channels. These include VHF channels 2-13, UHF channels 14-69 and

CATV channels 1-125. Channel presetting is required, as described below, after

the antenna connections have been completed (described on pages 7-9). You can

use the CHANNEL (VIA) buttons only after channel programming is completed.

NOTE: Tuner programming requires the use of the remote control and a TV screen.

PREPARATIONS:

• Connect the VCR to the desired type of antenna or cable "IV system, as

shown inANTENNA TO VCR CONNECTIONS.

• Switch on the power to the VCR and -IV.

• Set the TV to the match the VCR output channel (CH 3 or 4).

ON THE REMOTE CONTROL

1. Press the MENU button until the MENU, as illustrated, appears on the IV

screen.

2. Press UP or DOWN button to select the TUNING menu, then press the ENTER

button. The TUNING menu will appear.

3. Press UP or DOWN button to choose the SOURCE SELECT item and LEFT

or RIGHT button to select TUNER. Press LEFT or RIGHT repeatedly to

switch between TUNER and AV.

4. Press UP or DOWN to choose the AUTO CHANNEL SET item.

Press LEFT or RIGHT to set the channel. The tuner will automatically cycle

through all available channels in the area and place them in the tuner's

memory.

5. After the AUTO CHANNEL SET operation is complete, make sure the

TUNING BAND is set appropriately (TM or CATV) by pressing the UP or

DOWN button and choosing the correct TUNING BAND by pressing the

LEFT or RIGHT button.

6°

(Remember, TV is for the air antenna reception, CATV is for cable or

wireless cable connection.)

Press the EXIT button to return to the TV screen.

NOTE: To check the presets, first set the TV to tr_tch the VCR output channel

(CH 3 or 4). Then use the remote control or VCR CHANNEL (Y/&) buttons to cycle

the VCR through the channels in memory.

TO ADD OR ERASE CHANNELS FROM MEMORY

This feature allows you to add or remove channels from memory manually.

TO ERASE CHANNELS

1. Turn on the FV and tune to channel 3 or 4.

2. Turn on the VCR. The VCR indicator will light on the indicator panel of the

VCR.

3. Press the MENU button until MENU appears on the TV as illustrated.

4. Press UP or DOWN to select the TUNING menu, then press the ENTER

button.

5. Press UP or DOWN to choose the CH. ADD/DEL item on the TUNING menu.

Press LEFT or RIGHT to choose the unwanted channel.

6. Press ENTER to erase the unwanted channel.

7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 until all unwanted channels have been removed.

TO ADD CHANNELS

8. Press UP or DOWN to choose the CH. ADD/DEL item on the TUNING menu.

Press LEFT or RIGHT to choose the wanted channel.

9. Press ENTER to add the wanted channel.

10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 until all wanted channels have been added.

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CHANNEL

ON DISPLAY

100

124

125

CATV BROADCAST

CHANNEL

W+I

W+58

A-5

A-1

W+59

W+83

W+84

CABLE OPERATION

If cable television is available in your area, it can be received on your new VCR

by subscribing to your local cable television company. Cable "IV channels willthen

be supplied into your home through a cable. Your local cable television company

can advise you of the channels available in your area and any special adaptors

that may be required. To receive cable channels, set the W/CAW selector to the

CATV position (TUNING menu).

CATV CHANNEL NUMBERS

Your VCR can receive cable channels in addition to the regular channels

(VHF 2-13, UHF 14-69). Cable channels are identified by a number, or in some

cases, are the same as used by UHF channels.

Cable channels are considered to be VHF channels (not UHF). For example,

CATV Channel 26 is not the same as UHF Channel 26.

VIEWING TV ONLY

Switch on the -iV and set it to the chan-

nel that you wish to watch.

Set the POWER button to OFE

You don't need to disconnect the VCR from the TV to watch "IV separately. When

the VCR's power is OFF, or when the VCR's power is ON and the TV/VCR selec-

tor is set to TV, the IV will operate as if it were connected directly to the antenna

or cable.

NOTES:

• The power cord must be plugged into an A C outlet.

• To view or record cable 73/programs with the VCR, the VCR's TV/CATV selector must

be set to CATV (TUNING menu).

• D°n°tplacetheVCRdirectly°nt°p°ftheTV'Thismaycauseinterferenceinthepic-

ture and sound (of the VCR) during the recording or playback mode. If this interfer-

ence occurs, locate the VCR away from the TV

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VIDEO CASSETTE TAPES

This VCR will operate with any video cassette which has the l_ mark. The table

below shows the recording/playback time of VHS cassettes when they are used

in the SP, LP and EP speeds. (LP speed is for playback only.)

T-60 T-120 T-160

SP MODE 60 minutes 120 minutes 160 minutes

LP MODE 120 minutes 240 minutes 320 minutes

EP MODE 180 minutes 360 minutes 480 minutes

Vinyl tape

Arrow mark

SAFETY TAB

To prevent accidental erasure, remove the tab the after recording.

To record again cover the hole with vinyl tape.

WHEN HANDLING VIDEO CASSETTES:

• Do not expose video cassettes to extreme heat, high humidity, or strong mag-

netic fields.

• Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism.

• Do not touch the tape with your fingers.

• Always store an unused cassette in its case.

• Insert the cassette into the VCR as illustrated at the left with the label facing up

(Arrow side up).

CASSETTE LOADING AND UNLOADING

Hold the cassette with the arrow side up (top). Insert the cassette gently into the

slot in the direction of the arrow (on the cassette) until the loading mechanism

automatically pulls the cassette into the unit. Make certain that the cassette is

inserted correctly.

NOTES:

• Do not force the cassette into the VCR.

• Insert the cassette gently.

• If the cassette is not loaded correctly, the VCR will eject the cassette automatically

after approximately 3 seconds.

• The cassette indicator will light when the cassette is inserted and loaded correctly into

the VCR,

• The automatic loading mechanism will operate only _hen the cassette is inserted cor-

rectl):

UNLOADING

Press the STOP/EJECT button twice. The cassette will be ejected automatically.

After the cassette is visible in the tape slot, pull it out to remove it.

Unloading the cassette is possible only when the power cord is connected to the

wall outlet.

NOTES:

• The cassette indicator goes out when the STOP/EJECT button is pressed twice.

• The STOP/EJECT button can be pressed during any mode.

• Do not attempt to pull out the cassette once automatic loading has started.

• The cassette can be ejected when the STOP/EJECT button is pressed, even if the

VCR's power is OFF.

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SETTING THE CLOCK

POWER EJECT MENU ENTER

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MENU Button

-UP, DOWN,

LEFT, RIGHT

Arrows (except

the 5 Button)

MAIN MENU

_ LOCK

PROGRAM

TUNING

SETUP

(!fi] SELECT _ ENTER

TO EXIT PRESS

Things to know before starting

• The clock uses the 12-hour system. (Be sure to set AM and PM correctly.)

• The buttons for setting the clock are on the remote control.

• An illogical date will not be accepted (for example: February 30).

Check the following first,..

• Turnon the powerof boththe VCR and IV.

• BesuretheTV issetto theVCR OutputChannel(CH 3 or4).

• Aim theremotecontrolunitat the sensoron thefront paneloftheVCR.

NOTE: If a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the VCR and the T_,

set the TV's source selector to VIDEO.

Press MENU button on the remote control. The MENU, as illustrated, will

appear on the TV screen

Press UP or DOWN button to choose the CLOCK item. Press ENTER to enter

selected item. The CLOCK menu will appear as illustrated to the left.

NOTE: The initial Clock Setting is JANUARY 1, 1996; 12:00 PM.

CLOCK SET MENU

Example: July 5, 1996 ; 2:15 PM

mimmlW_

DAY 1 MON

YEAR 1996

TIME 12 : 00 PM

liffl SELECT B[_]ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS [E'X'T'rl

S. Press LEFT or RIGHT button to choose the month.

YEAR : 1996

TIME : 12:00PM

1_ SELECT BB ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

4. Press DOWN button to choose the DAY item.

Press LEFT or RIGHT button to choose the day.

Note: The day of the week will display automatically.

MONTH: JULY

DAY : 5 FRI

_00 PM

Ig_ SELECT F:I:;:IADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS

5, Press DOWN button to choose the YEAR item.

Press LEFT or RIGHT button to choose the year.

MONTH JULY

DAY 5 FRI

YEAR 1996

im= _m_lr_

SELECT EEl ADJUST

TO EXIT PRESS [_

II, Press DOWN button to choose the TIME item.

Press LEFT or RIGHT button to choose the time.

"t, Press EXIT button when finished.

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NORMAL PLAYBACK

POWER EJECT MENU ENTER

PLAY Button

- STOP Button

Bu_ons

NOTES:

• Make sure that the Timer indicator in the VCR indicator panel is not lighted. If it is,

press the POWER button once.

• This VCR is equipped with an Auto Power-On system which operates when a cassette

is inserted into the VCR. Also, the unit will start the playback automatically if a tape

without a record protect tab is inserted.

Insert a prerecorded video cassette. The cassette indicator will light and the

VCR will power-up automatically.

Turn the TV set ON and select channel 3 or 4, the same as VCR's output

channel.

NOTE: lf a direct VIDEO/AUDIO connection is made between the VCR and T_, set

the source selector on the television to VIDEO.

_w Press the PLAY button once.

• It is not necessary to select the tape speed for playback. It will be automati-

cally selected by the VCR.

• In playback, the TV/VCR Selector switches to VCR mode automatically.

• PLAY appears on the TV screen for a moment.

1 Press the STOP button to stop playback.

• STOP appears on the TV screen for a moment.

• At the end of the tape, the VCR will automatically stop, rewind, eject, and turn

itself off.

TRACKING CONTROL

1. AUTO TRACKING

The automatic tracking function adjusts the picture to remove snow or streaks.

The A.TRK indicator will flash on the screen when it is in operation.

The AUTO TRACKING function works in the following cases:

• A tape is played back for the first time.

• Tape speed (SP, LP, EP) changes.

• Streaks or snow appear because of scratches on the tape.

• A.TRK was pressed after manually adjusting the tracking.

2. MANUAL TRACKING

If noise appears on the screen during playback, press either TRK/ELOCK

(V/A) buttons on the remote control until the noise on the screen is reduced.

NOTES:

• In case of vertical jitter, adjust these controls very carefully.

• Tracking is automatically reset to normal when the tape i_"ejected or the power cord

is unplugged.

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