TABLE OF CONTENTS HITACHI VIDEO DECK VT-MX431A Owner's Manual Your Complete Guide to Videocassette Viewing and Recording Using these quality features: • Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System • Bilingual on-screen menu display selectable in English or Spanish • Infrared remote control • Real time tape counter • 181 channel capability PLL frequency synthesizer tuner with direct station call • Digital Display • Auto power on and off system • Auto counter reset • Auto rewind when the end of a tape is reached •
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ 2 Precautions .................................................................................................................................................. 4 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS............................................................................................................. 4 LOCATION ............................
TABLE OF CONTENTS RENTAL PLAYBACK............................................................................................................................. 46 TO EXIT THE RENTAL PLAY MODE............................................................................................. 46 INDEX SEARCH...................................................................................................................................... 47 QUICK-FIND................................................................
Precautions Precautions WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE 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 symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within this unit.
Precautions mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 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. 9.Ventilation- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered.
Precautions 19. Damage 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.
LOCATION LOCATION For safe operation and optimum performance of your VCR, keep the following in mind when selecting a place for its installation: · Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it away from sources of intense heat. · Avoid dusty or humid places. · Avoid places with insufficient ventilation for proper heat dissipation. Do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of the VCR. · Install unit in a horizontal position. · Avoid locations subject to strong vibration.
AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE AVOID THE HAZARDS OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK AND FIRE · Do not handle the power cord with wet hands. · Do not pull on the power cord when disconnecting it from AC wall outlet. Grasp it by the plug. · If, by accident, water is spilled on your VCR, unplug the power cord immediately and take the unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing. · Do not put your fingers or objects into the VCR cassette holder. · Do not place anything directly on top of the VCR.
WARNING WARNING Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, or after heating a cold room or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use the VCR at least for 2 hours until its inside is dry.
POWER SUPPLY POWER SUPPLY · AC 120V, 60Hz ONLY. FCC WARNING- This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
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pg. 6 FEATURES pg. 6 FEATURES • Rotary 4-head Record/Playback System- Rotary 4-heads to ensure excellent picture quality and special effects playback. • Bilingual on-screen menu display selectable in English or Spanish • Infrared remote control • Real time tape counter- This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in hours, minutes, and seconds.
pg. 6 FEATURES time you want to skip. • Quick-Find- Lets you search and confirm the contents of the recorded program(s) using the index mark. • Index search- Lets you Index the start of a recording. • Slow Motion- You can view the video program at a slower than normal playback speed. Slow speed can be controlled by pressing the F.FWD button (faster) or the REW button (slower).
VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION This VCR will operate with any cassette that has the VHS mark. For best results, we recommend the use of high-quality tapes. Do not use poor quality or damaged tapes. PRECAUTIONS · Avoid moisture. Moisture condensation may occur on the tape if it is moved from a cold place to a warm place or visa versa.
VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE INFORMATION If you decide to record on the tape again, cover the hole with plastic tape. INSERTING A CASSETTE Insert the cassette in the direction as shown. Push in gently, but continuously, on the centerback of the cassette until it is drawn into the VCR. The VCR will automatically turn on.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS NOTES: · Some controls are located on both the VCR and on the remote control, some are only located on one, some controls operate certain functions only in one location. See each description for details. · We do not recommend the use of universal remote controls. Not all of the functions may be controlled with a universal remote control.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 7. Remote sensor window- Receives the infrared signals from the remote control. 8. Digital display- See page 28. 9. CHANNEL(CH) / buttons- Press to select the desired channels for viewing or recording. Tracking function- Press to minimize video 'noise' (lines or dots on screen) during playback (only on the VCR) or slow mode. Press to stabilize the picture in the Still mode when the picture begins to vibrate vertically. 10. REC button- Press for manual recording.
OPERATING CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS (only on the remote control) 20. PAUSE button- Press to temporarily stop the tape during recording or to view a still picture during playback. (only on the remote control) Frame Advance function- Press to advance the picture by one frame at a time during the still mode. (only on the remote control) 21. SLOW button- Press to start slow motion playback. The slow speed can be controlled by pressing the F.FWD button (faster) or the REW button (slower).
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ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS For some of the most common types of connections, please follow the drawings below. Use only one connection. For any further complex connections, please contact your local dealer or other qualified persons. (You may need additional accessories which are not supplied). 1 Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TV. 2 Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT. IN (Top jack) of your VCR. 3 Connect one end of the coaxial cable (supplied) to the ANT.
ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS You can record one channel while viewing another. The same goes for Automatic Timer Recording and IRT. For details, please refer to "Recording" on page 22. You can ONLY record and view the SAME channel when using this connection. There are no exceptions. The same goes for Automatic Timer Recording and IRT. Note: Channel memory programming is NOT needed when using this connection. RECORDING HINT 1 ) VCR power and the "VCR" indicator must be on. 2) Turn on the TV and Box.
ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS You can record a scrambled channel while viewing another. RECORDING HINT 1) VCR power and the "VCR" indicator must be on. 2) Turn on the TV and Box. 3) Set the channel to be recorded on the Box. 4) Set the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4. 5) Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel set on the TV and VCR. 6) Press the RECORD button, or for AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING the VCR must stay on channel 3 or 4 at step [9] on page 25.
ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS channel while viewing another. Scrambled channels can not be recorded with this connection. RECORDING HINT 1) VCR power and the "VCR" indicator must be on. 2) Turn on the TV and Box. 3) Set the channel to be recorded on the VCR. 4) Set the TV and Box to channel 3 or 4. 5) Set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel set on the TV. 6) To view ONE channel while recording ANOTHER the "VCR" indicator must be off.
SETTING THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH SETTING THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH If your TV does not have A/V terminals: When the VCR is in the Playback mode or when the VCR is in the VCR position, your TV will receive signals from the VCR on either channel 3 or 4. To use the VCR with your TV, set the selector switch to CH3 or CH4 (which is located in the back of your VCR), whichever is not used for normal broadcasts in your area. Then set your TV to the same channel.
CONNECTING TO INPUT JACKS CONNECTING TO INPUT JACKS When you copy a video tape, or watch a program recorded on an another source, use the audio/video input jacks. INPUT SELECT 1) The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display. 2) Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV. 3) Connect the audio/video cables to the audio/video input jacks on the back of the VCR.
A/V TERMINALS A/V TERMINALS If your TV has A/V input jacks, you may connect your VCR's AUDIO/VIDEO OUTPUT jacks to the audio/video input jacks on back of your TV. Direct audio/video connections usually result in a better picture and sound quality for tape playback. Please see your TV's owner's manual for A/V input connections.
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES INSTALLING THE BATTERIES 1 ) Open the battery compartment cover by pressing the cover on the remote unit in the direction of the arrow. 2) Insert 2 "AA" penlight batteries into the battery compartment in the direction indicated by the polarity (+/-) markings. 3) Replace the cover.
SET UP FOR USE SET UP FOR USE You can program the tuner to scan only the channels you receive in your area. You must use the remote control for this procedure. NOTES: · Channel memory programming is NOT needed when connected to a cable box or satellite box as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12 In this case with your remote, select the VCR to channel 3 or 4 the same channel as located on the back of VCR (CH3 or CH4).
CHANNEL SET UP (Automatic) CHANNEL SET UP (Automatic) 1 Plug in the VCR power cord Plug the VCR power cord into a standard AC outlet. The "- - : - -" indicator flashes on the display. Remember: If your cable box or satellite box is connected as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12, you DO NOT have to set up the channels. Just select the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4 and also have the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel you selected (CH 3 or CH 4).
pg. 15 CLOCK SET UP pg. 15 CLOCK SET UP Set the clock accurately for proper automatic timer recording. We suggest that you use a TV or radio station as your time source. In the example below, the clock is to be set to: DATE March 1st, 1998 SETTING TIME 5:40PM · Use the remote control for this procedure. · When in the Menu mode the following buttons only work (PLAY/ , F.FWD/ , REW/ STOP/ , RESET/EXIT, POWER and MENU). · The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display.
pg. 15 CLOCK SET UP Press the PLAY/ (Example: PM) or STOP/ button to point to "AM" or "PM" 8 Start the clock Press the RESET/EXIT or F.FWD/ button. Although seconds are not displayed, they begin counting from 00 when you press the RESET/EXIT or F.FWD/ button. Use this feature to synchronize the clock with the correct time. · When unplugging the AC-cord or if there is a power failure for more than 30 seconds, you may have to reset the clock.
TO DELETE OR ADD CHANNELS TO DELETE OR ADD CHANNELS The channels you no longer receive or seldom watch can be deleted from the memory. (Of course, you can later add the deleted channel into the memory again.) · Use the remote control for this procedure. · The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display. · Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel the selected on the TV.
CHANNEL SET UP AGAIN CHANNEL SET UP AGAIN Remember: If your cable box or satellite box is connected as in Fig 4 on page 11 or Fig 5 on page 12, you DO NOT have to set up the channels. Just select the TV and VCR to channel 3 or 4 and also have the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel you selected (CH 3 or CH 4). Now select the Box to the channel you wish to view or record. • Use the remote control for this procedure. 1 ) Press the MENU button until the INITIALIZE menu appears.
SELECTING THE LANGUAGE SELECTING THE LANGUAGE If you want to change the language on the TV screen, follow the steps below: Note: This feature WILL NOT change the audio (sound) coming out of the VCR only the screen menu. • Use the remote control for this procedure. 1) Press the MENU button until the INITIALIZE menu appears. 2) Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "LANGUAGE SELECT". Then, press the F.FWD/ button. button.
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NORMAL PLAYBACK NORMAL PLAYBACK · The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display. · Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV. 1 Insert a prerecorded tape Counter mode appears at 0:00:00 on the TV screen. If the erase-protection tab has been removed, the VCR will start playback automatically. 2 To begin playback Press the PLAY button.
PICTURE SEARCH PICTURE SEARCH This feature is very useful in finding or skipping over a particular scene on a tape. In this mode, the sound will be muted. 1) You may view a video tape at a high speed in either a forward or reverse direction by pressing the F.FWD or REW button. (in the SP / LP / SLP modes) 2) Press it again and the VCR will now search in super high speed. (in the LP / SLP modes only) 3) Press the PLAY button to return to normal speed.
STILL PICTURE STILL PICTURE You can view a still picture on the TV screen during playback (the Still mode). Press the PAUSE button on the remote control during playback. Press the PLAY button to return to playback. · You can advance the picture by one frame at a time by pressing the PAUSE button on the remote control during the still mode. · If it is left in the Still mode for more than five minutes, the VCR will automatically switch to the Stop mode.
VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL VERTICAL HOLD CONTROL In the Pause/Still mode only, when the picture begins to vibrate vertically, stabilize the picture or button. by pressing the CHANNEL(CH) NOTES: · If the picture is distorted or rolling vertically, adjust vertical hold control on your TV. · Most newer TV's do not have a user adjustable vertical hold control.
TRACKING ADJUSTMENT TRACKING ADJUSTMENT · Tracking adjustment will be set automatically (Digital Tracking function) when you start playback. However when playing pre-recorded tapes or tapes recorded on units other than your own, noise lines (black and white streaks) may appear on the playback picture. If this occurs, you or button on the can adjust the tracking control manually by pressing the CHANNEL VCR until the streaks disappear.
SLOW MOTION SLOW MOTION Press the SLOW button to reduce the playback speed. The VCR mutes the sound during slow motion. You can control the speed by pressing the F.FWD button (faster) or the REW button (slower). Press the PLAY button to return to normal playback. NOTE: If it is left in the Slow mode for more than five minutes, the VCR will automatically go into the Stop mode.
COUNTER MEMORY COUNTER MEMORY Use this feature to memorize the beginning point that you want to return to. And you can search it easily by rewinding or fast forwarding. • Use the remote control for this procedure. • The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV. • This feature only works with a prerecorded tape.
SPECIAL PLAYBACK SPECIAL PLAYBACK · Use the remote control for the following procedure. · The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK The VCR has the auto repeat function that allows you to repeat a tape indefinitely without touching the PLAY button. Make sure to insert a prerecorded tape. 1 Select "VCR SET UP" Press the MENU button until the VCR SET UP menu appears. 2 Select "AUTO REPEAT" Confirm "AUTO REPEAT" is pointed to. 3 Begin Auto repeat playback Press the F.FWD/ button so that [ON] will appear next to "AUTO REPEAT" on the TV screen.
RENTAL PLAYBACK RENTAL PLAYBACK This function enables you to improve the picture quality when playing back worn cassettes such as rented tapes. • Selecting ON or OFF must be done during playback. 1 Insert rental tape into VCR Begin playback. 2 Select "VCR SET UP" VCR SET UP Press the MENU button until the VCR SET UP menu appears. 3 Select "RENTAL" Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "RENTAL". 4 Select "RENTAL" to [ON] Press the F.FWD/ button so that "RENTAL ON" appears.
INDEX SEARCH INDEX SEARCH This feature provides a method of indexing the starting point so that it can be easily returned to in either fast forward or rewind mode. · The index mark will be made automatically when the REC button is pressed. It will also be marked at the starting point of Timer recording, IRT. · The index mark will not be recorded if the PAUSE button on the remote control is pressed and released during recording.
QUICK-FIND QUICK-FIND This function enables you to search and confirm the contents of the recorded program(s) using the index mark. The VCR begins fast forwarding by selecting this function. When the VCR find the beginning of the program (=the index mark), the VCR begins playback video tape at high speed for 30 seconds. Then, return to fast forwarding again to the beginning of next program. The VCR repeats these operation to the tape end. Concerning the index mark, please see "INDEX SEARCH" section.
TIME SEARCH TIME SEARCH The Time Search function makes it possible to quickly advance the tape to your desired position simply by entering the exact amount of playback time you want to skip. Example: To watch a program after 2 hours and 50 minutes from the present position, in either direction. • You can choose the time search mode by pressing the TIME SEARCH button on the remote control. Then continue with step [3]. 1 Select "SEARCH SELECT" Press the MENU button until the SEARCH SELECT menu appears.
RECORDING RECORDING · Please refer to the connection you are using, through pages 10, 11, or 12 on "ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" before continuing. · The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display. · Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV. · Insert a cassette tape with its erase prevention tab in place.
VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM 1 Select the channel to be recorded Press the number buttons on the remote control or the CHANNEL (CH) or button. NOTE: If you have a cable box or satellite box connected to this VCR, please refer to "ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" on pages 11 and 12 before proceeding to the next step. 2 Select the tape speed Press the TAPE SPEED button on the remote control to select the desired tape speed (SP/LP/SLP).
SKIPPING UNWANTED SCENES DURING RECORDING SKIPPING UNWANTED SCENES DURING RECORDING Press the PAUSE button on the remote control to temporarily stop recording. Press the PAUSE or REC button to resume recording. NOTE: When the VCR is in the Pause mode, you may view the time remaining with marks on the TV screen. Each mark represents one minute. After five minutes, the VCR will automatically switch to the Stop mode to prevent tape damage. When there is 1 minute remaining, one will flash.
RECORDING ONE PROGRAM AND VIEWING ANOTHER RECORDING ONE PROGRAM AND VIEWING ANOTHER You can record one program while viewing another. To start recording, follow steps [1] to [3] under "VIEWING AND RECORDING THE SAME PROGRAM". To select the channel you want to view at the TV, follow the steps below. NOTE: If you have a cable box or satellite box connected to this VCR, please refer to "ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" on pages 11 and 12 before proceeding to the next step.
TO MONITOR THE PROGRESS OF YOUR RECORDING TO MONITOR THE PROGRESS OF YOUR RECORDING 1 Select the VCR mode Press the VCR/TV button on the remote control so that the "VCR" indicator appears on the display. 2 Select channel 3 or 4 on the TV. Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.
IRT (Instant Recording Timer) IRT (Instant Recording Timer) This function enables you to set the recording length simply by pressing the REC/IRT button on the VCR. • Please refer to the connection you are using, through pages 10, 11, or 12 on "ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" before continuing. • It is not possible to perform this function with the remote control. • The "PWR." and the "VCR" indicator must appear on the VCR's digital display. • Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4.
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AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING You may set the VCR to start and end a recording while you are away. You can set seven programs to record on specific days, daily or weekly within a 1 year period. In the example below, the timer is being set to record: DATE: May 6th, 1998 SETTING TIME: from 7:30PM to 8:30PM CHANNEL: CH16 TAPE SPEED: SP PROGRAM NO: No. 1 · Please refer to the connection you are using, through pages 10, 11, or 12 on "ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" before continuing.
AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING 3 Select once, daily, or weekly recording For once recording: Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "ONCE", and then press the F.FWD/ button. For daily recording: To record a TV program at the same time on the same channel every day. (Example: Monday through Sunday) Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "DAILY", and then press the F.FWD/ button. For weekly recording: To record a TV program at the same time on the same channel every week.
AUTOMATIC TIMER RECORDING • Remember refer to "ANTENNA/CABLE CONNECTIONS" on pages 11 and 12 if you have a cable box or satellite box before setting the channel number. 10 Set the tape speed Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until the desired tape speed appears. (Example: SP) 11 Finish setting the program Press the F.FWD/ button. Program 1 is now completed. • To set another program, repeat steps [2] to [11]. • Press the RESET/EXIT button to return to original mode.
HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING · If there is a power failure or the VCR is unplugged for more than 30 seconds, the clock setting and all timer settings will be lost. · If the tape runs out before the end time, the VCR will switch to the Stop mode immediately, eject the tape and the VCR power will be turned off. The " " indicator will flash. · If a tape is not inserted or the erase-protection tab is removed, the " " indicator flashes and timer recording cannot occur.
AUTO RETURN AUTO RETURN If you choose auto return to [AUTO] from the menu, when the timer recordings finish, the VCR will rewind to the beginning of the recorded programs. Make sure ... If there are any remaining timer programs Once, Daily & Weekly, this function will not occur. 1 Select VCR SET UP Press the MENU button repeatedly so that the VCR SET UP menu appears. 2 Select "AUTO RETURN" Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ 3 Select "AUTO" Press the F.FWD/ button to point to AUTO RETURN".
COPYING A VIDEO TAPE COPYING A VIDEO TAPE You can make copies of video tapes made by friends or relatives for your enjoyment. Warning: Unauthorized recordings of copyrighted video tapes may be an infringement of copyright laws. Connect the editing (recording) VCR, source (playing) VCR and your TV using the following diagram. 1) Insert a pre-recorded video cassette into the source (playing) VCR.
ON SCREEN DISPLAY ON SCREEN DISPLAY NOTE: VCR power and the "VCR" indicator must be on. • To check the Count, Clock and Channel number, press the DISPLAY button on the remote control. Each time you press the DISPLAY button, TV screen will change as shown below. • It is normal for the status display (STOP, PLAY etc.) and the tape speed display (SP, LP, or SLP) to disappear after 5 seconds.
DIGITAL DISPLAY DIGITAL DISPLAY 1. PWR. (power) indicator- Lights up when the power is turned on. 2. indicator- Lights up when a timer recording or an IRT recording has been set. Flashes if a tape is not inserted in the VCR even if you set a timer. 3. Cassette indicator- Lights up when there is a tape in the VCR. 4. VCR indicator- Indicates that the VCR is in the VCR position. 5. REC indicator- Lights up when the VCR is in the Recording mode. Flashes when a recording has been paused. 6.
SPECIAL FEATURES SPECIAL FEATURES REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER • This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in hours, minutes, and seconds. (The displayed time will not change during blank portions on the tape.) • The "-" indication will appear when the tape is rewound further than "0:00:00" on the tape counter. AUTO REWIND When the end of a tape is reached during recording, playback, or fast-forward, the tape will automatically rewind to the beginning.
CONTROLLING YOUR TV OR CABLE CONVERTER WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE CONTROLLING YOUR TV OR CABLE CONVERTER WITH THE VCR'S REMOTE This Hitachi remote control can be used with your TV as well as the VCR, as long as your TV comes with a remote control. This feature comes in handy--you don't have to juggle two remotes. The remote control is compatible with the fifteen makers of TVs listed below--but don't be alarmed if yours is not on our list. You may still be able to program the remote for your TV.
REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER If you have a cable converter, you will probably want to program your VCR's remote control so you can easily change channels. The process is the same as for programming the remote to operate your TV. PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL OF THE CABLE CONVERTER 1 Program the remote control Hold down the CATV button and press the number of your brand of cable box (shown in the chart).
REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV 1 Turn on the TV Turn on the TV (any channel is okay). 2 Program the remote control Aim the VCR's remote control at your TV set. Hold down the TV button (not the VCR/TV button) while you press the number corresponding to your brand of television as shown in the chart. For example; If you have an RCA television, press the TV and 0 at the same time.
REMOTE CONTROL OF THE TV For example; Press the TV button and the CH ( ), and the TV station will change to the next higher station. NOTE: Also, you may change the channels at the TV by using the number buttons. If you can not change the channels at the TV by using the number buttons, press the ENTER button after you press the number buttons. It may change channels at the TV. 2 Return to the VCR function mode Press the VCR button to operate your VCR with the remote again.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE If you have followed the instructions contained in this manual and have difficulty in operating your VCR, locate the PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding CORRECTIVE ACTION column to remedy the problem. PROBLEM No power. CORRECTIVE ACTION Make sure the AC cord is connected to an AC outlet. Make sure the power is turned on. Timer recording is not possible. Make sure he timer recording is set correctly. Make sure the power is off.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SERVICING Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Turn off, unplug the power cord, and take the unit to our Authorized Service Center for servicing. CABINET CLEANING · Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the VCR with a soft cloth immersed in lukewarm water and wrung dry. · Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the VCR.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Format: VHS Video Signal System: NTSC color EIA standard Record/Playback System: Video: 4 heads Tape Speed: 33.35mm/sec (SP), 16.67mm/sec (LP), 11. 12mm/sec (SLP) RF Input: UHF/VHF 75 ohm Tuner: 181 channel tuning ability *(125 cable channels) Type: Auto programming frequency synthesis Power Input: AC120V 60Hz Power Consumption: 16 W nominal Cabinet Size: 14-1/4" (W) x 3-5/8" (H) x 9-1/16" (D) 36.0cm (W) x 9.2cm (H) x 23.0cm (D) Weight: 5.51 lbs. (2.
CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS CABLE CHANNEL DESIGNATIONS If you subscribe to cable TV, the channels are displayed as 1- 125. Cable companies often designate channels with letters or letter-number combinations. Please check with your local cable company. The following is a chart of common cable channel designations.