User manual GOVIDEO DDV9550 - Product Manual

DDV9550 User's Guide Go-Video/Sensory Science 7835 East McClain Drive Scottsdale, Arizona USA 85260 www.sensoryscience.com www.govideo.com WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not open the cabinet; dangerous high voltage is present. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. This video cassette recorder should only be used with 120V, 60Hz (standard U.S. household) current. Federal law provides severe civil and criminal penalties for the unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or exhibition of copyrighted motion pictures and videotapes. (Title 17, United States Code, Sections 501 and 506). CAUTION: To prevent fire, shock hazard, or annoying interference, use only the recommended accessories. To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the unit cover or back. There are no serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. CUIDADO: Para prevenir incendio, riesgo de choque, o interferencia enfadosa, use solamente los accesorios recomendados. Para prevenir electrochoque, no use este enchufe (polarizado) con un cordón de extensión, toma de corriente, o cualquier otra toma a menos que los dientes puedan ser completamente insertados para prevenir exposición de los dientes. Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, no remueva la cubierta o la parte posterior del VCR. Dentro del VCR no hay partes que requieren servicio. Diríjase solamente a personal calificado cuando requiera servicio. USER/INSTALLER CAUTION: Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment could be voided if you make changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer, who is responsible for compliance with Part 15 FCC rules. NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electronic Code that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les incendis, risque de chocs, ou interférences fâcheuses, employer seulement les accessoires recommandés. Pour éviter les chocs électriques, ne pas employer cette prise (polarisée) avec une rallonge, une prise de courant ou une autre sortie de courant à moins que les lames peuvent être insérées à fond pour l'exposition des lames. Pour réduire les risques de chocs électriques, ne pas retirer le couvercle ou l'arrière du module. Il n'y a pas de pièce utilisable à l'intérieur. Ne faire effectuer l'entretien que par un personnel qualifié. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute risk of fire or electric shock. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying this product. Table of Contents Safety v Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................. v 1 - Basic Connections 1 First Things First .................................................................................................................................................................. 1 Connect Antenna/Basic Cable ............................................................................................................................................ 2 2 - Initial Settings 5 Auto Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Set Language Manually ....................................................................................................................................................... 6 Set Clock Manually ............................................................................................................................................................ 7 Set Daylight Savings Time .................................................................................................................................................. 9 Set Time Zone ................................................................................................................................................................... 10 Set Auto Clock Set Channel .............................................................................................................................................. 11 3 - The Dual-Deck System 13 Remote Control Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 13 Front Panel Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 15 Front Panel Inputs ............................................................................................................................................................. 16 Front Panel Display .......................................................................................................................................................... 17 Front Panel Display Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 18 Child Lock ........................................................................................................................................................................ 19 Remote Eject ..................................................................................................................................................................... 20 Main Menu Tree ............................................................................................................................................................... 21 Setup Menu Tree ............................................................................................................................................................... 22 Menu Navigation - Remote Control .................................................................................................................................. 23 Menu Navigation - Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 24 Reset Factory Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 25 On-Screen Display Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 26 On-Screen Display Elements ............................................................................................................................................ 27 On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings ................................................................................................................................... 28 TABLE OF CONTENTS Go-Video is a registered trademark of Sensory Science Corporation. Copy Tape, Video Sequencing, and DualDeck VCR are trademarks of Sensory Science Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. i 4 - Tuner & Channel List 29 Tuner Band ....................................................................................................................................................................... 29 Auto Channel Search ........................................................................................................................................................ 30 Add Channel .................................................................................................................................................................... 31 Remove Channel .............................................................................................................................................................. 32 Show Weak Channels ....................................................................................................................................................... 33 Tuner Audio ...................................................................................................................................................................... 34 5 - Copy Features 37 Basic Copying ................................................................................................................................................................... 37 EZ Copy ............................................................................................................................................................................ 38 Copy Mode ....................................................................................................................................................................... 39 Speed Matching ................................................................................................................................................................ 40 Copy Audio Insert ............................................................................................................................................................. 41 6 - Playback Features 43 Basic Playback .................................................................................................................................................................. 43 Special Playback Features ................................................................................................................................................ 44 Tracking ............................................................................................................................................................................ 46 Sequential/Loop Playback ................................................................................................................................................ 47 Auto Play/Rewind ............................................................................................................................................................. 48 Playback Audio Settings ................................................................................................................................................... 49 7 - Recording Features 51 Basic Recording ................................................................................................................................................................ 51 Recording Options ........................................................................................................................................................... 52 One-Touch Recording (OTR) ............................................................................................................................................ 53 Record Speed ................................................................................................................................................................... 54 Record Source .................................................................................................................................................................. 55 Sequential/Loop Recording ............................................................................................................................................... 56 Date/Time Stamp .............................................................................................................................................................. 57 ii DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE 8 - Timer Recording 59 How to Set a Timer Recording .......................................................................................................................................... 59 Timer Recording Errors ..................................................................................................................................................... 64 9 - Editing Features 65 8-Scene Editor .................................................................................................................................................................. 65 Sync Editing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 68 How to Cut Commercials with Skip Edit ........................................................................................................................... 70 On-Screen Titler ............................................................................................................................................................... 71 Recording Titler Message .................................................................................................................................................. 72 10 - Search/Index Features 73 Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................... 73 Placing Index Marks ......................................................................................................................................................... 74 Index Scan ........................................................................................................................................................................ 75 Index Search ..................................................................................................................................................................... 76 Blank Search ..................................................................................................................................................................... 77 Direct Time Search ........................................................................................................................................................... 78 Return to 0:00:00 ............................................................................................................................................................. 79 11 - Advanced Connections 81 Cable Box Hookup ........................................................................................................................................................... 81 Audio Connections ........................................................................................................................................................... 83 TV Monitor Connections .................................................................................................................................................. 84 Connecting Other Video Equipment ................................................................................................................................. 85 Appendix A 87 Multi-Brand Remote Setup ............................................................................................................................................... 87 Multi-Brand Remote Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 88 TABLE OF CONTENTS iii Appendix B - Help 89 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ................................................................................................................................. 89 Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 94 Dual-Deck VCR Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................................... 95 Index 97 iv DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE Safety Important Safety Instructions 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed. 5. CLEANING - Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for dusting cabinet. 6. ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer, as they may be hazardous. 7. WATER & MOISTURE - Do not use this video unit near water--for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or the like. 8. ACCESSORIES - Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 8a. 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. PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC) 9. VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your VCR on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface, on or near a radiator or heat register. This video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. SAFETY v 10. POWER SOURCES - This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video units intended to be operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding plug having a third (grounding) pin. The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 12. 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, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the unit. 13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See figure below. 14. LIGHTNING - For added protection of this video unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit due to lightning and power line surges. vi DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE 15. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 16. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock. 17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS - Never push objects of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the unit. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician before use. 18. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to a dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this video unit 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 any liquid has been spilled onto or objects have fallen into the video unit. c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the video unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation. e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged. f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in performance--this indicates a need for service. SAFETY vii 20. REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or those having the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards. 21. SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video unit ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating order. 22. HEAT - This video unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. viii DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE 1 - Basic Connections First Things First 1 Unpack your Dual-Deck VCR As you unpack, please check that the following items are included in your Dual-Deck VCR packing case: · Dual-Deck VCR · User's Guide · Remote Control · 2 "AA" Batteries · 1 RF (Radio Frequency) Antenna Cable · Read Me First/Quick Reference Guide · Warranty/Registration Card Hi-Fi Deck Hi-Fi Deck Power Copy Tape Stop / Eject Pause Rewind Play F. Forward Record Deck Select DDV9650 CO POWER PY TAP E SLOW VCR 1 TRK 2 AUTO TRK 3 ·TV 4 5 SHUTTLE 6 ·CABLE 7 REPEAT 100+ 8 F.ADV/SKIP 9 ·DSS 0 ·MUTE TV VIEW ·LCV ·VOL SEARCH/INDE ·CH REC X ·DIS PLA Y SP/ SLP VCR Plus+ SCENE CLEAR CLK /CT TITLE R ·E NT ER 000 09A MENU / DECK1 DECK2 2 Insert Remote Control Batteries Remove the battery cover by pushing down and sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow. Insert 2 "AA" batteries as shown, paying attention to the correct polarities (+/­). Replace the cover. BASIC CONNECTIONS 1 Connect Antenna/Basic Cable Follow these steps only if you are using an indoor/outdoor antenna or basic cable. If you have a: · Cable Box · Stereo Receiver · TV Monitor · Third VCR · Laserdisc Player · DVD Player · Camcorder · Satellite Receiver · Video Game ...or other advanced connection, please refer to Chapter 11. 1 Connect Antenna to VCR Connect the RF antenna cable from your indoor/outdoor antenna or cable wall outlet to the IN (FROM ANT.) jack on the back panel of the VCR. IN (FROM ANT.) LINE OUT R From Antenna or Cable RF OUT (TO TV) AUDIO L VIDEO CH 3 4 2 Connect VCR to TV Connect the supplied RF cable from the OUT (TO TV) jack on the back panel of the VCR to your television's ANTENNA IN jack. RF IN (FROM ANT.) LINE OUT R AUDIO OUT (TO TV) L VIDEO To TV 3 CH 4 3 4 Set VCR Output Channel Set the channel switch on the back panel of the VCR to 3 or 4, whichever is not an active channel in your area. CH 3 4 Plug In VCR Connect the VCR power cord to a standard 120V/60Hz wall outlet. 2 DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE 5 Turn On VCR Press the Power button on the remote control or on the VCR's front panel. POWER C Y TAP OP E SLOW VCR 1 TRK 2 AUTO TRK 3 ¥TV 4 5 SHUTTLE 6 ¥CABLE Power 7 8 9 ¥DSS 6 7 Turn On TV Press the power button on the TV. ON Tune TV to Channel 3 or 4 Be sure to use the same channel you used in Step 3. CH3/4 8 Basic Connection is Complete! The Language menu will appear on your television screen. Please proceed with Auto Setup in Chapter 2. LANGUAGE / LANGUE / IDIOMA 1 English 2 : Français 3 : Español Select = 1 - 3 Choisir = 1 - 3 Elegir = 1 - 3 BASIC CONNECTIONS 3 4 DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE 2 - Initial Settings Auto Setup The first time you hook up and turn on your Dual-Deck VCR, it will run Auto Setup. First, you will be prompted to select the on-screen language, then the Dual-Deck VCR will automatically search for channels and set the VCR's internal clock. 1 Set Language Press 1, 2, or 3 to select English, French, or Spanish. To change the language at any other time, see page 6. POWER C Y TAP OP LANGUAGE / LANGUE / IDIOMA 1 English 2 : Français 3 : Español E SLOW VCR 1 TRK 2 AUTO TRK 3 ·TV 4 5 SHUTTLE 6 ·CABLE 7 8 9 ·DSS Select = 1 - 3 Choisir = 1 - 3 Elegir = 1 - 3 2 Run Auto Setup As soon as you set the language, the VCR will automatically perform the following steps: · Auto Channel Search -- Automatically detects whether you have an antenna or cable, then searches for all channels in your area. If Auto Setup is unable to search for channels in your area, you may do so at any time; see page 30. · Auto Time Set -- Sets the VCR's internal clock. If Auto Setup is unable to find a clock set channel in your area, you can set the clock manually; see page 7. This procedure may take a few minutes to complete, at which point it will tune the VCR to the lowest channel found. Searching for Channels And Setting Clock Please Wait . . . Auto Setup is Complete! Proceed to Chapter 3 for an overview of the Dual-Deck System. INITIAL SETTINGS 5 Set Language Manually If you want to change the onscreen language at any time, follow these steps. 1 Open "Main Menu" Press the menu button on the remote control. ER NT ¥E 000 0 9 A MENU DECK2 C Y TAP OP / 1 2: 3: 4: 5: 6: DECK1 MAIN MENU EZ Copy On Child Lock Off Timer Recording 8-Scene Edit List Setup Titler Message Language/Langue/Idioma / To Move To Select MENU to Quit Hold MENU Key For Setup 2 Select On-Screen Language POWER Press 6 repeatedly to cycle among English, French, and Spanish. As you do this, the entire Main Menu will be translated into English, French or Spanish. SLOW VCR 1 TRK 2 AUTO TRK 3 ¥TV ¥CABLE ¥DSS 4 5 SHUTTLE 6 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6 7 8 9 MAIN MENU EZ Copy On Child Lock Off Timer Recording 8-Scene Edit List Setup Titler Message Language/Langue/Idioma / To Move To Select MENU to Quit Hold MENU Key For Setup E English MENU PRINCIPAL Copie facile oui Contrôle d'enfant non Enreg. programmable Montage de 8 scènes Titres à l'écran Language/Langue/Idioma / = Choisir = Changer MENU = Fin MENU pendant 3s = Réglages 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6 French MENU PRINCIPAL Copiar fácilmente sí Seguridad de niños no Grabación programada Montaje de 8 escenas Títulos de crédito Language/Langue/Idioma / = Cambiar = Elegir MENU = Salir MENU por 3 seg. = Ajustes 1: 2: 3: 4: 5: 6 Spanish 6 DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE Set Clock Manually If Auto Clock Set is not available in your area, follow these steps to set the clock manually. If Auto Clock Set has set the time incorrectly, try adjusting Daylight Savings Time (page 9) and Time Zone (page 10) before setting the clock manually. 1 Open "Setup Menu" Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds. ER NT ¥E 000 0 9 A MENU 1 2: 3: 4: 5: SETUP MENU Set Clock Menu Copy/Record Settings Tuner And Channel List Dual-Deck Features Reset Factory Settings / DECK1 DECK2 ____________________________________ / = Move = Sel MENU=Quit 2 C Select "Set Clock Menu" Press 1. POWER Y TAP OP SLOW VCR 1 TRK 2 AUTO TRK 3 ·TV SET CLOCK MENU Auto Clock Set Daylight Savings Time Zone Clock Set Channel E On Auto Auto Auto 4 5 SHUTTLE 6 ·CABLE 7 8 9 ·DSS ____________________________________ / To Move To Select MENU to Quit 3 Turn Off "Auto Clock Set" Press the right arrow key once. "Set Clock" will replace "Time Zone" and "Clock Set Channel." ER NT ·E 000 0 9 A MENU SET CLOCK MENU Auto Clock Set Daylight Savings Set Clock Off Auto / DECK1 DECK2 ____________________________________ / To Move To Select MENU to Quit 4 Choose "Set Clock" Press the down arrow key until "Set Clock" is selected, then press the right arrow key to select. ER NT ·E 000 0 9 A MENU SET CLOCK MENU Auto Clock Set Daylight Savings Set Clock Off Auto / DECK1 DECK2 ____________________________________ / To Move To Select MENU to Quit INITIAL SETTINGS 7 Y2K Compliant Go-Video Inc. hereby certifies that this Dual-Deck VCR is fully compliant with the calendar year 2000. Note that the year 2000 is a leap year. 5 Set the Time Use the number keys or the up/down arrow keys to adjust the following items. To skip an item, press the right arrow key: · Set Month -- Enter the month as a 2-digit number; i.e. August = "08" · Set Year -- Enter the year as a 2-digit number; i.e. 1999 = "99" · Set Day -- Enter the day as a 2-digit number; i.e. the ninth = "09" · Set Hour -- Enter the hour as a 2-digit number; i.e. 12:xx = "12" · Set Minute -- Enter the minute as a 2-digit number; i.e. xx:25 = "25" · Set AM/PM -- Press "1" for AM, "2" for PM ER NT ·E 000 0 9 A MENU / DECK1 DECK2 SET MONTH [1-12] : 08 Aug 1998 12:25 PM Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 MENU to Quit To Set SET MONTH [01-12] SET YEAR [00-99] SET DAY [01-31] SET HOUR [01-12] SET MINUTE [00-59] SET AM/PM [1/2] 6 Save Settings The Clock is set! Press the Menu button at any time to save and quit. ER NT ¥E 000 0 9 A MENU / DECK1 DECK2 8 DDV9550 USER'S GUIDE Set Daylight Savings Time From the Set Clock Menu, you may also choose to manually set Daylight Savings, Time Zone, or Auto Clock Set channel. 1 Open the "Setup Menu" Press and hold the menu button for 3 seconds. ER NT ¥E 000 0 9 A MENU 1 2: 3: 4: 5: SETUP MENU Set Clock Menu Copy/Record Settings Tuner And Channel List Dual-Deck Features Reset Factory Settings / DECK1 DECK2 ____________________________________ / = Move = Sel MENU=Quit 2 3 4 Select "Set Clock Menu" Press 1. POWER C Y TAP OP SLOW VCR SET CLOCK MENU Auto Clock Set Daylight Savings Time Zone Clock Set Channel On Auto Auto Auto E 1 TRK 2 AUTO TRK 3 ·TV 4 5 SHUTTLE 6 ·CABLE ____________________________________ / To Move To Select MENU to Quit 7 8 9 ·DSS Choose "Daylight Savings"