OWNER’S MANUAL
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VCR-9688
G-CODE
Type Tested
Electrical
Safety
AS/NZS 3250 Lic 4168
Standards Australia
Remote control unit
IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS
Front panel
Rear panel
Multi-display
Remote Control Unit
Number buttons (1-9, 0)
0/AUX button
Front Panel
REMOTE SENSOR
Multi-display
MENU-button
REC.button (REC/OTR)
V
RESET button
CHANNEL V/ buttons
CLOCK button
STOP/EJECT button
FF button
REC button
PLAY button
PLAY button
OPERATE/TIMER button
STOP/EJECT button
PAUSE button
REW button
Cassette loading slot
OPERATE/TIMER button
REW button
FF button
Rear Panel
SKIP/ZERO RTN button
AC Mains cord
OSD button
V
CLEAR button
V CH buttons
TEST SIGNAL switch
AUDIO OUT Jack
AUDIO IN Jack
< SHIFT > buttons
G-CODE button
SLOW button (8, 9)
RF OUT socket
PICTURE CONTROL button (5, 6)
CH ADJ (RF CHANNEL ADJUSTER)
ANT. IN socket
VIDEO IN Jack
VIDEO OUT Jack
Multi-display
One-touch timer recording indicator [OTR]
Timer set indicator
REC indicator [
]
Operation mode indicator
(CH/TIME/COUNTER etc.)
Digital tracking indicator [ATR]
Power indicator [
]
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CAUTION AND CARE
MAINTAIN GOOD VENTILATION
There are many ventilation holes on the bottom of the
VCR. For maximum ventilation place the VCR on a
hard level surface only.
NOTICE:
Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television
programmes, films, video tapes and other materi-
als may infringe on the rights of copyright owners
and be contrary to copyright laws.
DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING ON THE VCR
Heavy objects placed on the VCR will cause damage.
The top of the VCR is also slotted to provide ventila-
tion. Do not obstruct these ventilation slots.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
NEVER INSERT ANY OBJECT INTO THE CABINET
Do not insert any kind of foreign object into the VCR.
This not only creates a safety hazard but can also
cause extensive damage to the mechanism.
CAUTION:
PROTECT THE MAINS CORD
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SER-
VICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Do not damage the Mains Cord. Damage to the
Mains Cord may cause a fire or shock hazard. When
unplugging the Mains Cord, please hold by the plug
and remove it carefully.
CABINET CARE
CAUTION:
Clean with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent and water. Wipe with a dry cloth.
NEVER USE ANY PETROLEUM BASE SOLUTIONS.
When the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold
environment to a warm environment, some con-
densation will occur inside the VCR. If the VCR is
operated as it is, the tape may stick to the tape head
and damage to the tape and/or the deck will result.
Under these circumstances, do not operate the
VCR for about 2 hours with the Mains cord
connected so as the VCR will dry out.
WHEN NOT IN USE
When you finish operating the VCR, always unload
the cassette and turn OFF the OPERATE/TIMER
button.
UNPLUG THE MAINS CORD AND DISCONNECT
THE ANTENNA CABLES DURING A LONG ABSENCE
When you leave your home for a long period of time,
turn OFF the OPERATE/T/MER button, unplug the
Mains Cord and disconnect the antenna cables.
Please note that on your return the calendar. clock
data and channels will have to be reprogrammed.
Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
For your reference, please record the serial number
of your VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER and the
date you purchased it in the following space:
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION...........................................
RemoteControl Operation.......................
Video Cassette Tape...............................
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Forward Search..................................
Reverse Search..................................
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Still Frame
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Frame Advance.......................................
SlowPlayback..........................................
1 Minute Skip...........................................
Zero Return.............................................
Blueback Function...................................
INSTALLATION.............................................
Equipment Connection............................
TV Antenna.........................................
Connection of VCR and TV Using
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Audio/Video Connector.......................
Power Supply Cable...........................
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RECORDING..................................................
Basic Operation.......................................
Checking the Picture Being Recorded.....
Recording One Programme While
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PREPARATIONS..........................................
Video Channel Setting............................
Initial Settings.........................................
Menu Screen/Mode Screen....................
On Screen Display (OSD).......................
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Viewing Another.......................................
Auto Turn on System...............................
Pause Function........................................
REC Review............................................
Recording from Another VCR..................
One-touch Timer Recording (OTR).........
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CHANNEL PRESETTING.............................
AMS Operation.......................................
Manual Tuning........................................
Automatic Channel Changing.................
Preparation for G-Code Instant Video
Programming..........................................
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COUNTER FUNCTION..................................
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Counter Display.......................................
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PROGRAMMABLE TIMER RECORDING.....
Before Programming................................
Programming Procedure..........................
Hints on Programming.............................
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CHANNEL SELECTION...............................
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V
Buttons.............
Tuning with the V CH
Tuning with the Number Buttons
(Remote Control Only)...........................
Selecting AUX Position..........................
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G-Code INSTANT VIDEO PROGRAMMING.
Before Programming................................
Extending the Recording Time................
G-Code Programming.............................
About Error Messages.............................
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PLAYBACK..................................................
Basic Operation......................................
Digital Tracking Control.....................
Full Auto/Auto Playback System.......
Auto Head Cleaner............................
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OTHERS.........................................................
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Specifications...........................................
SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK...................
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ACCESSORIES
Before installing your VCR, please check you have the following items.
Remote Control Unit
Owner’s Manual
Coaxial Cable
Moisture Condensation
Never operate this unit immediately after moving it from a cold location to a warm location. When the VCR
is exposed to such a change in temperature, moisture may condense on the cylinder inside the machine.
If the VCR is operated as it is, the tape may stick to the tape head and cause damage to the tape and/or the
deck. Under these circumstances, do not operate the VCR for about 2 hours. Leave the power cord
connected so that the VCR can dry out.
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INTRODUCTION
Loading and Unloading
Loading
Insert a cassette tape with its labeled side up as shown
in the cassette compartment. The cassette will be auto-
matically drawn inside the compartment.
Remote Control Operation
This VCR can be operated with the remote control from
up to a distance of about 23 feet (7 meters) and within an
angle of 15 degrees either side of center.
There must be no obstacles between the remote control
unit and the remote sensor of the VCR.
Battery Installation
Remove the battery cover on the rear of the unit.
(See Figure 1.)
Install two size “AA” batteries into the battery com-
partment. (See Figure 2.)
Close the battery cover. (See Figure 3.)
Unloading
Press the STOP/EJECT button. The cassette will be
ejected from the cassette compartment.
Remove the cassette by pulling it toward you.
To Prevent Accidental Erasure
Every video cassette has a safety tab to prevent
accidental erasure. Breaking off the safety tab is
recommended for prevention from accidental erasure of
the contents. If a tape without the safety tab is to be
reused, cover the gap with a piece of adhesive tape.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Notes
.
Be sure to install batteries properly to match the
polarity diagrams drawn inside the battery compart-
ment.
.
Do not mix a new battery with an old one.
Do not heat, disassemble, short or throw used batteries
into a fire.
.
Precautions on Use
.
Pressing two or more function buttons on the remote
control unit at the same time may result in improper
operation or damage.
Tape Speeds and Maximum Recording
Playback Time
.
Do not place the remote control unit in an area where
it may become wet.
Do not place the remote control unit near high heat.
Dropping the remote control unit on a hard surface
may result in damage.
Do not use benzene, thinner or other petroleum
based solvent to clean the remote control unit. To
clean, wipe a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent, and then wipe dry with a soft cloth.
TYPE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE
TAPE SPEED
.
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.
.
SP (Standard Play) 5hrs
3 hrs
2 hrs 1 hr
Care of the Video Cassette Tape
.
Avoid violent vibration or shock.
Do not place in a location where strong magnetic
.
fields exist (near a motor, transformer or magnet).
Never place or store in direct sunlight.
Avoid dusty places,
Place the cassette in the cassette case and store
vertically.
Video Cassette Tape
.
.
.
.
Only the video cassette tapes marked with
be used in this VCR.
A cassette tape cannot be loaded or unloaded unless the
AC power cord is connected to the AC outlet.
can
Never store tape in a humid location.
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INSTALLATION
Equipment Connection
TV Antenna
To watch a picture from the VCR using this connection,
it is necessary to set one of the TV channels as the
"Video channel". See Preparations in Video Channel
Setting (on Page 6).
1. Connect the antenna (or CATV) connector to the
ANT. IN socket.
2. Connect the accessory coaxial cable between the
RF OUT socket and the TV.
Connection of VCR and TV Using
Audio/Video Connector
In this case use the A/V mode specified on your TV,
instead of UHF channel 32 or another unoccupied
channel.
Power Supply Cable
Connect to a wall AC outlet.
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PREPARATIONS
Video Channel Setting
Initial Settings
When the video channel setting is complete and you
press the OPERATE/TIMER button to switch on the
power, the on-screen language setting screen appears
as the first of the initial settings. Set the initial settings in
the order below.
This setting is necessary for RF connections (when the
SCART cable is not used to connect this unit and the
TV). This setting is not necessary for AV connections
using the SCART cable. Start from the initial Settings in
the next section.
.
Switch on the test signal switch on the rear panel of
the main unit.
1.
2.
3.
Order for initial Settings
1
Press the OPERATE/TIMER button and switch on
the power for the VCR.
Language
Clock
2
3
Switch on the power for the TV and select the TV
channel 32 so that the test picture is clearly dis-
played on the TV.
AMS
4
If channel 32 of your TV is occupied, select another
unoccupied TV channel eg. between channels 30
and 39.
Menu
4. If the TEST screen does not appear or not clear, use
a small screwdriver and turn the RF channel adjust-
ment (CH ADJ) on the rear panel so that the test
picture is clearly displayed on the TV.
On-screen Language Setting
You can select one of five languages (English,
German, French, Italian, Spanish) to be used for
the OSP display.
1
2
Switch off the test signal switch on the rear panel of
the main unit.
5.
Clock Setting
Timer recording and other such functions require
that the current time (hour and minute) and date
(day, month, year) be set.
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
TEST
3
4
AMS (Auto Memory System)
This automatically stores the channels in memory
and assigns positions.
Ends (the unit returns automatically to the Menu
screen.)
Note
If you press the OPERATE/TIMER button to turn off
while setting the initial settings, the next screen is
displayed when the power is turned on again.
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CLOCK SET
1. Set the On-screen Language
<-(OUT)-> (lN):
One hour automatically
added to time
(IN)-> (OUT):
SUMMER TIME ( OUT )
.
Initial Setting Up
1. Select the language you want by using the
buttons to display it inverted.
TIME 19 : 57
DATE 31 / 1 TUE
YEAR . 95
One hour automatically
subtracted from time
V
DATA = [
]
V
SHIFT = [ < > ]
END = [MENU]
When you press the MENU button, that language is
set and the CLOCK SET screen appears
automatically.
2.
Notes
.
Changing the Language after the Initial
Settings
.
When setting dates after 29th, set the month first.
The <SHIFT> button can be used to move items.
.
Press the MENU buttonand call up the menu screen.
1.
2.
Select the language you want with the
buttons.
3 AMS (Auto Memory System)
.
Initial Setting Up
When you press the MENU button, the selected
language is set and the unit returns to the Menu
screen.
3.
Press the SHIFT> button to start AMS.
1.
2.
AMS ends automatically and the unit returns to the
Menu screen.
LANGUAGE
.
To Execute AMS again after the
Initial Setting
ENGLISH
DEUTSCH
FRANCAIS
ITALIANO
ESPANOL
Press the MENU button to call up the menu screen,
1.
select AMS with the
SHIFT > button.
buttons, and press the
V
SELECT = [
END
]
V
=[MENU]
2.
3.
If you execute AMS, the position data programmed
in the initial settings is cleared.
To execute AMS, press the SHIFT> button. (The
data previously stored in memory is cleared and
AMS is executed again.) To cancel AMS, press the
MENU button.
2. Clock Setting
.
Initial Setting Up
Using the
buttons
AMS
Select summer time in and out, then set this with the
SHIFT > button.
1.
2.
3.
AMS START=[>]
Select the hour and minute and set them with the
SHIFT> button.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Select the day and month and set them with the
SHIFT > button.
QUIT=[MENU]
Select the year and set it with the SHIFT > button.
4.
5.
When you press the MENU button, the clock starts.
Next the AMS screen appears.
AMS
AUTO MEMORY SYSTEM
PROCEEDING
.
Changing the Time after the Initial
Setting
l l l l l l - - - - - -
1. Press the MENU button to call up the menu screen,
QUIT=[MENU]
select CLOCK SET with the
press the SHIFT> button.
buttons, then
Change the time according to Steps 1.-4 in the initial
settings.
2.
Note
If the power to the unit is cut off because of a power
failure or the plug being unplugged from the socket,
the initial settings must be made again. However, the
channel preset memory is retained.
3. When you press the MENU button the clock starts
and the unit returns to the Menu screen.
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Menu Screen/Mode Screen
On Screen Display (OSD)
.
You can display the on-screen information which tells
you the tape operation mode, the channel selected, the
recording speed, the tape count, or the time.
To call up the on-screen information, press the OSD
button. All information is displayed. Press the button
again to turn the display off.
Using the Menu Screen
When you press the MENU button, the menu screen is
called up. When you press the MENU button again, the
unit returns to the normal screen.
Select the item you want by using the
to highlight its screen setting, then press the SHIFT>
button to move to the selected screen.
buttons
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MENU
<-- See Page 17.
<-- See Page 9.
<-- See Page 9.
<-- See Page 7.
<-- See Page 7.
TIMER PROGRAM
CHANNEL PRESET
AMS
CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE
MODE
NOT AVAILABLE NOW
V
-1 36:59
[MON] 23:35
SELECT =[ V
]
ENTER =[>]
END =[MENU]
: PLAY
: FF
: REW
: STOP
: REC
: PAUSE
: EJECT
When AU position is selected, or during playback or
recording, the CHANNEL PRESET and AMS screen
cannot be selected. This message will appear, and
the normal TV screen will be restored.
.
Using the Mode Screen
Even if the VCR is in OSD off mode, the superimposed
information will appear on the TV screen and multi-
display for a few seconds when you press any tape
operation button or when you select a channel. After a
few seconds, it disappears from the screen. When OSD
is on, the on-screen information remains on the screen
Select the item you want by using the
then press the SHIFT> button. Set the data you want
by using the buttons.
buttons,
MODE
[OFF]
G-CODE EXTEND
<-- (OFF) - (5MIN).
V
SELECT = [
]
V
SHIFT = [< >]
END = [MENU]
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CHANNEL PRESETTING
There are two ways to preset channels: Automatic
tuning with AMS and manual tuning.
Automatic Channel Changing
If a channel you have placed at some position already
exists at another position, those channels and their skip
settings are automatically swapped.
AMS Operation
Automatic tuning with AMS is executed during the initial
settings, so normally it is not necessary. AMS is neces-
sary at such times as when you take the unit to another
region. See Initial Settings 3 AMS (Auto Memory Sys-
tem) on Page7.
Example:
If you changed from Channel 022 to Channel 045 at
Position 02, since Channel 045 is already at Position 01
Channel 022 is swapped to Position 01.
Manual Tuning
CHANNEL PRESET
POS
01
CH
045
022
SKIP
NO
Manual tuning is used when there is a channel that was
not preset by AMS or when you want to swap the channel
at any position.
02
YES
1. Press the MENU button to call out the menu screen
CHANNEL PRESET
Using the
buttons
POS
CH
SKIP
01
02
045
022
YES
NO
Select CHANNEL PRESET and press the SHIFT>
button. The channel preset screen appears.
2.
3.
Only five positions are displayed on the screen.
Select the number of the position to be changed and
press the SHIFT> button.
The picture for the selected channel is displayed
while the OSD button is being pressed.
4.
5.
Select the channel and press the SHIFT> button.
Select whether or not this channel is to be skipped
when you move through the channels with the
buttons (yes: skipped; no: not skipped),
then press the SHIFT> button.
6. To add or change other positions, repeat Steps 3.-5.
CHANNEL PRESET
POS
01
02
CH
002
* 022 *
045
SKIP
NO
NO
<-- YES: Skipped
NO: Not Skipped
03
NO
04
05
101
121
YES
YES
Display while a channel
is being tuned.
V
SELECT =[ V
ENTER =[>]
]
END
=[MENU]
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Preperation for G-Code Instant Video Programming
To make the initial setting for G-Code programming, prepare the list below.
For all TV stations you have stored on the VCR following the procedure by AMS/Manual tuning, fill in the blanks with
the position number you used, and the corresponding TV stations.
For G-Code programming procedure, see page 19.
Position number which
the TV station has been
memorized on the VCR
Position number which
the TV station has been
memorized on the VCR
TV stations
ex. XXX
TV stations
ex. 01
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CHANNEL SELECTION
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Tuning with the Number Buttons
(Remote Control Only)
For channels preset in single-digit position
Press the 0 button, then the corresponding number
button (1 to 9) within three seconds.
Tuning with the V CH Buttons
Press the OPERATE/TIMER button to turn on the
VCR.
1.
Press the
buttons to select the position
number to which the desired channel has been
preset.
2.
For channels preset in two-digit position
1. First enter the ten’s digit with one of the NUMBER
buttons 1-9
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2. Then enter the one’s digit within 3 seconds with the
NUMBER buttons 1-9 and 0
Notes
.
Notes
If the
buttons are pressed and immediately
released, the preset position steps up or down and the
corresponding channel is tuned.
If the
second, the position numbers will keep changing until
the button is released.
.
.
If you select a position with no assigned channel, it is
not valid, and the previous channel will reappear.
If you wait more than 3 seconds to enter the second
.
buttons are held in for longer than 0.5
digit, the first digit will disappear and the previous
position number will reappear.
.
Even when "SKIP" is set to "NC" on the CHANNEL
PRESET Screen (see page 9) it is possible to select
channels with the NUMBER Button.
Selecting AUX Position
The AUX (auxiliary input) position (displayed as "AU")
may be selected with the 0/AUX button. When the AUX
position is selected, recording from an external A/V
source may be performed with the AUDIO/VIDEO socket.
.
Press the 0/AUX button twice to select the AUX
position.
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PLAYBACK
Picture Control (Video Enhancer)
Basic Operation
During playback, press the NUMBER button 5 or 6 to
obtain desired picture enhancement.
To make the picture softer, press the NUMBER button 5.
To make the picture sharper press the NUMBER button
6.
Press the OPERATE/TIMER button.
1.
Insert a cassette tape into the CASSETTE
LOADING SLOT.
2.
Turn on the TV and select the channel for video
viewing.
3.
4.
The enhaticement level is indicated by figures (-9 to 9)
on the Multi-display.
Press the PLAY button to start playback.
Auto Rewind System
When a tape reaches its end in Playback, Fast Forward
or Record mode except OTR and Programme Timer
Recording, it will be automatically rewound to its
beginning and the unit will be switched to Stop mode.
To stop playback:
Press the STOP/EJECT button.
To rewind a tape in Stop mode:
Press the REW button.
Full Auto/Auto Playback System
To advance a tape rapidly in Stop mode:
Press the FF button.
Full Auto Playback
Simply insert a cassette tape without a safety tab into the
VCR while the unit is turned off. The following operations
will be performed automatically:
To stop fast forwarding or rewinding:
Press the STOP/EJECT button.
1. The VCR is turned on and the tape starts to
playback.
Digital Tracking Control
Auto tracking
2. The tape is rewound to the beginning when it reaches
the end.
When playback starts or playback speed is changed
during playback, VCR enters Auto tracking mode.
At this time, the indication ATR blinks on the multi-
display for a few seconds.
3. The tape is ejected and the VCR is turned off.
Auto Playback
Auto Playback is used when the VCR has already been
turned on.
Manual tracking
If video noise appears in the picture after putting the
VCR into Auto tracking mode, use the Manual tracking
adjustment function. Press the
the best possible picture is obtained.
1. The tape starts to playback.
buttons until
2. The tape is rewound to the beginning when it reaches
the end. The VCR is not turned off.
To return to Auto tracking mode, press the PLAY button
for more than 2 seconds.
Notes
Notes
The Auto Playback or Full Auto Playback mode will be
released if one of the tape related buttons (FF, REW,
PAUSE, STOP/EJECT, PLAYor OPERATE/TIMER)
is pressed.
The noise on the screen may not be completely
removed depending on the tape used, especially
when the tape has been recorded on another VCR.
Auto Head Cleaner
This VCR is equipped with an Automatic Video Head
Cleaner. This feature will ensure that your VCR always
performs at its best by keeping the video heads clean of
dirt that can distort picture quality. The Auto Head
Cleaner engages automatically each time a tape is
inserted or ejected.
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SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK
Still Frame
Search
To freeze the picture
The Picture Search function is a convenient way to
locate a desired portion of the tape quickly.
1. In the Playback mode, press the PAUSE button to
freeze the picture.
Forward Search:
2. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button.
To view high-speed pictures in the forward direction
Notes
1. In the Playback mode, press the FF button.
2. Press the FF button again to search faster.
3. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button.
.
If the VCR is left in Still mode for longer than five
minutes, it will automatically release Still mode to
prevent damages to the tape.
.
The audio output is muted in Still mode.
A noise bar will appear during the still frame. Please
note that this is normal.
Reverse Search:
.
To view high-speed pictures in the reverse direction
1. In the Playback mode, press the REW button
2. Press the REW button again to search faster.
3. To resume normal playback, press the PLAY button
Frame Advance
Each time you press the PAUSE button in still mode the
still picture advances one frame.
Notes
.
The audio output is muted during picture search
operation.
Noise bars may appear on the picture during picture
search. This does not indicate a malfunction of the
Slow Playback
.
1. Press the NUMBER 8 button or the NUMBER 9
button to perform slow playback.
VCR.
2. Each time these buttons are pressed, the playback
speed changes.
.
Press the
buttons in the course of Forward
Search or Reverse Search to move noise bars up and
down for the best screen.
3. Press the
buttons during Slow Playback to
move noise bars up and down.
Press the PAUSE button when the screen gets the
best condition to make a still frame.
When the
buttons are continuously held in
such a situation, the shake of the picture screen will
be stopped.
4.
To return to normal play, press the PLAY button.
Notes
A noise bar will appear during slow playback.
Please note that this is normal.
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1 Minute Skip
With this feature you can skip over one minute’s worth of
commercials recorded on a tape.
.
Pressing the SKIP/ZERO RTN button in Play mode to
forward search the tape for 60 seconds, then returns
the VCR to Play mode.
.
Pressing the SK/P/ZERO RTN button while it is fast
forwarding through the commercials (Skip mode) will
return the VCR to Play mode.
Zero Return
In Stop mode, this rewinds the tape until the counter
setting is 0:00:00
.
During Play mode, press the RESET button to set the
counter to 0:00:00 at a scene you wish to watch again.
When you have finished watching the tape, pressing
the STOP/EJECT button then the SKIP/ZERO RTN
button causes the VCR to fast forward or rewind until
the counter setting is 0:00:00
Blueback Function
If an empty channel is selected or a blank section of tape
is encountered in Play mode, the TV screen automatically
changes to a solid blue color. The screen will remain blue
until an active channel is selected or a recorded signal is
again detected.
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RECORDING
Auto Turn on System
Basic Operation
When a cassette tape with a safety tab is inserted with
the VCR turned off, the VCR will be automatically turned
on.
Press the OPERATE/TIMER button.
1.
2.
Press the
buttons to select a desired
channel to be recorded.
Insert a cassette tape with a safety tab.
3.
Pause Function
4. Press the REC button to start recording.
To finish recording, press the STOP/EJECTbutton.
5.
To stop recording momentarily
1. Press the PAUSE button during recording.
Checking the Picture Being
Recorded
Turn on the TV and tune to the channel for video viewing.
2. To release the pause mode and resume recording,
press the REC button
REC Review
Notes
During normal recording (excluding timer recording and
OTR), pressing the PAUSE button causes the VCR to
rewind and display the last half second of the recording.
This allows you to check a recording while it is being
recorded.
.
If a cassette without a safety tab is inserted, it will
automatically eject when the REC button is pressed.
This protects the recorded contents on tape against
accidental erasure.
.
If the tape reaches its end during recording, it will be
automatically rewound to its beginning and the unit
will be switched to Stop mode.
Recording from Another VCR
With this VCR, you can make recordings from an
external source, e.g. copying onto this VCR from a
second VCR.
.
In the Pause mode, it is possible to change a channel.
Recording One Programme
While Viewing Another
Connect another VCR or an external equipment to
1.
this VCR.
Press the OPERATE/TIMER button.
1.
Press the 0/AUX button twice so that the line input
indicator "AU" appears.
2.
3.
Set the TV for normal TV viewing and select the
channel to be viewed.
2.
Play the tape on VCR A for playback and press the
REC button on VCR B.
Select a desired channel to be recorded with the
buttons.
3.
4. Insert a cassette tape with a safety tab.
Press the REC button to start recording.
5.
6.
VCR A (another VCR)
To finish recording, press the STOP/EJECT button
VCR B (your VCR)
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Changing OTR Duration
One-touch Timer Recording
(OTR)
This allows you record for up to 5 hours with automatic
turn-off.
The OTR duration can be changed by pressing the REC
button even after the OTR recording has started.
When the REC button is pressed once, the next record-
ing duration is selected.
Press the REC button during recording.
The VCR enters OTR mode.
1.
e.g. When the remaining recording time is 13 minutes,
the indication changes:
2. Select the recording duration by pressing the REC
button repeatedly. The OTR indication appears on
the TV screen.
0:13
0:30
1:00
......
Notes
The OTR recording will start immediately.
.
If the tape reaches its end during OTR recording, it will
be automatically stopped and the unit will be turned
Off.
OTR 1:30
P23
.
When OTR recording has finished, the VCR will auto-
matically switch to Timer Recording Standby mode if
there is Timer program data.
2:00
OTR 2:00
OTR 0:30
O
OTR 1:00
OTR 5:00
OTR 1:30
OTR 4:00
OTR 3:00
Notes
If the REC button is pressed during OTR recording,
the remaining recording time is indicated on the TV
screen and is automatically reduced.
COUNTER FUNCTION
Counter Display
When a cassette tape is inserted, the counter display
appears. The counter starts counting up or down when
the PLAY, REC, FF or REW button is pressed.
CLOCK/COUNTER Display Switching
To change the counter display to the clock display, press
the CLOCK (clock/counter) button.
Notes
Counter Display
The counter display automatically reverts to the clock
display when the unit is turned off or a cassette tape
is ejected.
Clock Display
Counter Reset
To reset the counter to "0:00:00", press the RESET button.
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PROGRAMMABLE TIMER RECORDING
A maximum of 8 events can be programmed within a
period of one month including the present day for
timer recording.
A timer recording can be activated at the same time
on the same day every week, on every day or on
weekdays, as well as on a particular day.
Correcting a programme
Press the SHIFT </> buttons, during programming, to
return to the item to be corrected, then correct it by
selecting the appropriate data again with the
buttons.
Cancelling a programme
If you press the RESET button during programming, the
data for the program set number being set is cleared.
Program example
Current time and date August 20, 1995 (Sunday),
10:20 am
TIMER PROGRAM
NO. DATE
START
--------------------------------------------------
23/ 8 19 : 30 20 : 25 04
STOP
POS
This example records Channel 32 stored in memory
at Position 07 on Program Set No. 2 from 7:30 PM
until 8:25 p.m. on August 23rd (Wednesday).
1
2
3
4
--------------------------------------------------
--------------------------------------------------
12345678
V
SELECT =[ V
ENTER =[>]
]
Before programming
END
=[MENU]
.
Check that a tape cassette with the safety tab in place
is inserted in the unit.
Check that the clock is set correctly.
Checking a Programme
.
.
While the timer is standing by
Press the MENU button. The programme confirma-
tion screen is displayed. After checking the
programme, press the MENU button again to return
to the normal screen.
Programming procedure
1.
Press the MENU button to call up the menu screen.
2. Press the SHIFT > button to call out the timer
program screen.
While the timer is recording
Press the MENU button. The programme confirma-
tion screen is displayed and the programme line
being recorded blinks. After checking the programme,
press the MENU button again to return to the normal
screen.
.
.
The items to set blink inverted. For each item,
press the
buttons to select the appropri-
ate data. When you press the SHIFT> button to
enter that data, the next item blinks. If there is no
need to select that item, press the SHIFT> button
to move to the next item.
3. Set the program set number.
4. Set the date.
5. Set the starting time.
Set the ending time.
6.
7. Set the channel position. When recording an exter-
nal input source, set AU with the buttons.
8. To program for another program set number, repeat
Steps 3.-7.
9. Press the MENU button to end the program. The
unit returns to the menu screen.
If you hold down the OPERATE/TIMER button for
more than three seconds, the unit goes on timer
standby. Check that the multi display indicator [
lights up. To cancel this mode, hold the OPERATE/
TIMER button down for three seconds again.
]
q
Child lock
During timer standby mode, all button functions are
blocked except MENU button. To cancel this mode, hold
the OPERATE/TlMER button down for three seconds.
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When two programmes overlap
Hints on Programming
.
If the start of the later programme overlaps with the
In Step 4, you can select various "EV" (every week)
recording of the same channel at the same time
modes as well as recording on a particular day.
recording period of the earlier programme, the ear-
lier programme will be recorded to the end and then
the later programme will be recorded. This means
that the later programme will not be recorded during
the overlapped period.
Press the V button when the current day on the
V
calendar blinks or press the button, exceeding the
last day of the calendar (the day after one month).
The DATE indication on the data set line will change
in sequence.
10:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
Programme 1
Programme 2
11:00 p.m.
9:30 p.m.
EV-SU...EV-SA:
Not recorded
Recording on every specified day of the week.
MO-FR: Recording every weekday
.
If the same start time is set on two or more pro-
grammes, the programme with the lowest number
has the priority over the other programmes and will
be recorded to the end. Then the programme with
the next lowest number will be recorded. This means
that the other programmes will not be recorded
during the overlapped period.
V
: changes with button
: changes with V button
Other calendar
days
The day after
one month
The current
day
MO-FR
EV-SA . . . . . . . EV-SU
8:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m.
9:00 p.m.
When a timer recording is executed, the programmed
data except for the everyday or weekly recording is
erased.
Programme 1
Programme 2
9:30 p.m.
Not recorded
If a power failure occurs or the power cord is un-
plugged, the programmed data will be erased. (How-
ever, the programmed data will last for 20 minutes).
Reset the date and clock and re-programme the
timer for recording.
Notes on Timer Settings
.
The VCR will turn on 20 seconds prior to the pro-
grammed recording start time and enter pause mode.
Timer recording starts on time.
.
If the cassette has no safety tab when you press the
OPERATE/TIMER button to put the VCR in timer
recording standby mode, the cassette will be auto-
matically ejected.
.
TIMER Recording Standby mode will not be acti-
vated when the OPERATE/TIMER button is pressed
for three seconds under the following conditions.
* There is not video cassette in the VCR.
* There is no programmed data.
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G-Code INSTANT VIDEO PROGRAMMING
G-Code program can record a program by using the G-
Code numbers (up to 9 digits) in newspaper and maga-
zine TV listings to set the VCR.
G-Code Programming
1. Press the G-CODE button to call up the G-Code
screen.
G-Code is a trademark applied for by Gemstar Devel-
opment Corp. G-Code system is manufactured under
license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
Note
If 8 programs have already been scheduled, you
cannot program a G-Code schedule.
Before Programming
G-CODE
1234567
.
.
Make sure that the clock on the VCR is set to the
correct time.
Make sure that a blank video tape with a safety tab
DAILY WEEKLY
ONCE
DATA
STEP BACK
DAILY/WEEKLY = [ < > ]
= [0-9]
= [RESET]
has been inserted into the VCR.
OK =[G-CODE]
QUIT = [MENU]
Extending the Recording Time
To extend the recording time beyond the setting of the G-
Code programming, follow the steps below.
2. Enter the G-Code number on the newspaper or
magazine TV listing.
For example, if the G-Code number is 123456789,
enter 123....
Look at the screen to make sure that the number has
been entered correctly.
1. Press the MENU button to call up the menu screen.
Select "MODE" and press the SHIFT > button to call
up the mode screen.
2.
3. Use the
buttons to select "G-CODE EX-
TEND" and press the SHIFT> button.
Correcting a number
A digit is deleted with each press of the RESET
button. Delete digits until the incorrect number has
been deleted, then enter the correct numbers.
4. Press
"5 MIN".
buttons to change the setting to
5. Press the MENU button twice to end the setting.
1234567
G-CODE
Note
The recording time cannot be extended after a G-
Code program has been set. Always extend the
recording time before setting a G-Code recording
time.
G-CODE
G-CODE
1234567
1234567
3.
Press the SHIFT> button to select the recording
mode (ONCE, DAILY or WEEKLY).
ONCE: on a particular day
MODE
(OFF)
(5 MIN.)
15-MIN
G-CODE EXTEND
DAILY: at the same time every day (MO-FR)
WEEKLY: at the same time on the same day every
week
G-CODE
DAILY WEEKLY
1234567
ONCE
4. Press the G-CODE button.
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5.
Use the screen below to check the settings. If this is
the first time G-Code has been used for a channel,
About Error Messages
.
use the
buttons to enter the position number.
If the G-Code number is incorrect
Refer to the table on page 10 for details. This setting
is only required the first time.
The POS settings can be changed. Use the < SHIFT
> buttons to select the item and press the
buttons to change the settings. To cancel the
settings, press the RESET button.
"ERROR" and the G-Code number blink. Then cor-
rect a G-Code number follow fhe procedure for "Cor-
recting a number" on the previous page.
.
If the G-Code number and the recording mode do
not match. For example, a program on a Saturday
or Sunday is scheduled for DAILY (MO-FR) re-
cording.
"ERROR" and "DAILY" blink and the recording mode
is forcibly set to ONCE.
G-CODE
1234567
DATE
31/12
20:00
23:45
START
STOP
POS
G-CODE
1234567
ONCE
DAILY WEEKLY
OK
= [G-CODE]
CANCEL = [RESET]
DATA
V
= [ V
]
SHIFT =[< >]
ERROR
Notes
.
The channel position programmed the first time the G-
Code function is used, is automatically displayed from
the second time.
.
If the POS setting is changed, the new setting is used
until it is changed again.
6. Check that all the settings are as you wish then press
the G-CODE button.
The Timer Program screen appears for few sec-
onds. Then the VCR returns to the normal screen.
Notes
A program cannot be set while the POS indicator is
[
]. Always use the
buttons to select a
position number.
This completes the procedure for G-Code program,
Press the OPERATE/TIMER button for 3 seconds,
or longer, to enter Timer Stanby mode.
To cancel this mode, hold the OPERATE/TIMER
button down for three seconds again.
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OTHERS
Check the following list of problems and remedies before calling service personnel. The problem may be one you can
solve yourself.
REMEDY
CAUSE
SYMPTOM
AC Mains Cord is not connected.
No power supply to the VCR.
Connect the AC Mains cord to the AC
outlet.
Power is on but the VCR does
operate.
Leave the VCR with the AC mains
cord connected. (It takes aprox-
mately 2 hours for the VCR to dry out
Dew condensation inside the VCR.
Poor picture or no picture on TV
during Playback or recording.
TV channel is not set to the video
channel.
Set the TV channel to the correct one.
Fine tune the video channel of the TV
set.
The video channel of the TV is not
fine tuned.
Connections between the TV and
the VCR are not properly made.
Check these connections and con-
nect them correctly.
Picture shakes No colour
The video heads are dirty.
Have the video heads cleaned.
Noise in the picture during
playback.
Adjust thetracking using the
buttons
The tracking adjustment is bad.
The cassette tape is old and/or
defective.
Replace with a new one.
Noise bars, poor or no colour
on pause mode.
This is normal on PAUSE mode
and is not a fault condition.
The safety tab of the cassette is
removed
Place a piece of adhesive tape over
the gap.
The REC button does not
operate.
The tape has run out.
Replace with another one with
sufficient length.
Recording does not complete.
No timer recording.
The tape has run out during
recording.
Replace with a new one.
More than one programme has
has preset within the same
preset
Re-programme the information.
Re-programme data correctly.
The programmed data is not correct.
Select the channel on which the broad-
casting programme is aired.
The active channel is not tuned
with the built-in tuner of VCR.
Hold down the OPERATE/TIMER
button more than 3 seconds to
illuminate timer indicator.
The VCR is not ready for timer
recording.
Clock indicates inaccurate time.
Set clock to the current time.
No remote control unit
operation.
Not operated in the proper
operation range.
Use the remote control unit within the
operation range.
Remove the obstacle.
An obstacle exists between the
remote control unit and the VCR.
Batteries are exhausted or dead.
Battery polarities are incorrect.
Replace them with new ones.
Insert batteries correctly.
Correct indication does not
appear in the display panel.
Clear the data stored in the unit’s
memory with the CLEAR button and
input data again.
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SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SECTION
Power Requirements
Power Consumption
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
230V AC ~ 50 Hz
16 Watts
370 x 95.5 x 271 mm
Approx. 3.6 kg.
Operating Temperature
Operating Humidity
Video Recording System
Number of Video Heads
Tape Speed
5°Ct o 40°C
35% to 80% R. H.
2 Rotary Heads, Helical Scanning System
2 Heads
23.39 mm/sec. (SP)
VHS l/2-inch PAL Cassette Tape
Up to 5 Hours with E-300 tape
Tape Format
Record/Playback Time
VIDEO SECTION
Television System
Modulation System
PAL: 625 Lines, 50 Fields, Colour Signal
Luminance: FM Azimuth Recording
Colour Signal: Converted Subcarrier Phase Shift Recording
Colour : 230 Lines, Nominal
Horizontal Resolution
Input Level
1 Vp-p 75 unbalanced
Output Level
1 Vp-p 75 unbalanced
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
More than 43dB
AUDIO SECTION
Input Level
Output Level
Audio Track
300m Vrms, 50K Unbalanced
300m Vrms, 1K Unbalanced
1 Track
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Frequency Response
More than 36dB
l00 Hz to 6KHz
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice for performance improvement.
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