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User manual HITACHI VTM292A
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Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide. TABLE OF CONTENTS
HITACHI
Video Deck VHS
VT-M292A
Owner's Manual
Your Complete Guide to Videocassette Viewing and Recording Using these quality features:
n Automatic tape head cleaning n Up to 8 delayed recording programs n Auto Tracking for improved picture in playback n Frequency synthesizer quartz tuner n Remote control for use with your VCR and TV n On-screen programming guide n VCR Plus+* for easy timed recording
* VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corp. VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (AMERICA), INC. 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 Tel. 404-279-5600 HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII, INC. 3219 Koapaka Street Honolulu, HI 96819 Tel. 808-836-3621 HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC. 3300 Trans Canada Hwy. Pointe Claire, Quebec H9R1B1, CANADA Tel. 514-697-9150 Printed in Malaysia
QR12034 © Hitachi, Ltd. 1994
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................ 2 FOR YOUR SAFETY................................................................................................................................. 4 Read This First ............................................................................................................................................ 6 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................................................................................. 7 Getting Started........................................................................................................................................... 12 Simple Hookups.............................................................................................................................. 12 1 Decide Where to Put Your VCR .................................................................................................. 12 2 Decide Which Hookup Method to Use......................................................................................... 12 3 Hook up the Audio/Video Signal ................................................................................................... 13 4 Hook up the RF Signal ................................................................................................................... 14 5 Attach the TV and VCR to the Power Supply ............................................................................. 17 6 Install Batteries in the Remote Control ........................................................................................ 17 7 Set the RF or Video Channel Switch ........................................................................................... 17 Getting Started (Controls) ......................................................................................................................... 18 Quick Tour of the Controls ............................................................................................................. 18 Remote Control Buttons .................................................................................................................... 18 When the Remote Doesn't Work Right ........................................................................................... 19 VCR Controls ...................................................................................................................................... 20 Display Indicators ............................................................................................................................... 20 Meet Your On-Screen Guide ............................................................................................................ 21 Getting Started (Initial Setup) ................................................................................................................... 22 Setup for First-Time Operation...................................................................................................... 22 Initial Setup Options ........................................................................................................................... 22 Setting the Clock................................................................................................................................. 23 More About Channel Selections....................................................................................................... 24 Getting Started (Videotapes)..................................................................................................................... 25 About Videocassette Tapes........................................................................................................... 25 Types .................................................................................................................................................... 25 Safety Tabs Prevent Erasure ........................................................................................................... 25 Loading and Ejecting ......................................................................................................................... 25 Tape Storage....................................................................................................................................... 26 Basic Operations ....................................................................................................................................... 27 Viewing a Videocassette ................................................................................................................ 27 To play Back a Recorded Tape........................................................................................................ 27 To Fine Tune the Picture................................................................................................................... 27 Rewinding the Tape ........................................................................................................................... 28 Special Playback Effects ................................................................................................................... 28 To Find Specific Sections on a Tape............................................................................................... 29 Basic Operations (Recording) ................................................................................................................... 32 Recording a Program..................................................................................................................... 32 Before you Record 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Basic Recording Steps ...................................................................................................................... 32 Recording Tips.................................................................................................................................... 32 Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT)........................................................................................ 33 Setting the VCR to Record Later ..................................................................................................... 34 Reviewing What You Have Programmed ....................................................................................... 36 Programming Priorities ...................................................................................................................... 36 Basic Operations (VCR Plus + Recording)............................................................................................... 37 Easy Delayed Recording with VCR Plus +.................................................................................. 37 About VCR Plus+................................................................................................................................ 37 Channel Setup .................................................................................................................................... 37 Using VCR Plus+ to Record a Program.......................................................................................... 42 Advanced Operations ................................................................................................................................ 44 Controlling Your TV with the VCR's Remote ............................................................................. 44 Programming the Remote Control ................................................................................................... 44 Controlling the TV............................................................................................................................... 45 Advanced Operations (Cable Box Hookups) ............................................................................................ 46 Hooking Up to a Cable Box .......................................................................................................... 46 Position Cable Box ............................................................................................................................. 46 A. Basic Hookup ................................................................................................................................. 46 B. Advanced Hookup (Cable box to unscramble all channels) ................................................... 47 C. Advanced Hookup (Cable box to unscramble only pay channels)........................................ 47 Advanced Operations (Second VCR) ....................................................................................................... 48 Integrating a Second VCR ............................................................................................................. 48 Hookup ................................................................................................................................................. 48 Copying from One VCR to Another (Dubbing)............................................................................... 48 Copying Tapes From a Camcorder ................................................................................................. 48 VCR Care and Servicing ........................................................................................................................... 50 Routine Cleaning ............................................................................................................................ 50 Head Cleaning .................................................................................................................................... 50 Periodic Maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 50 If the VCR Doesn't Work Right..................................................................................................... 50 Don't Attempt Repairs Yourself ........................................................................................................ 51 Technical Specifications................................................................................................................ 51 Hitachi Service Hotline....................................................................................................................... 58 HITACHI WARRANTY CARD (USA Back) ......................................................................................... 60 HITACHI WARRANTY CARD (Front) CANADA ONLY.................................................................... 62 HITACHI CANADA WARRANTY CARD (Back) ................................................................................ 65
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
FOR YOUR SAFETY
POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60 Hz ONLY. The POWER switch turns the VCR on and off, leaving the clock/timer unaffected. If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period, it is recommended that the unit be completely switched off and unplugged. Illustrated below is the label on the back of your unit.
This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind of contact with any inside part of this unit. This symbol alerts the user that important literature concerning the operation and maintenance of this unit has been included. Therefore, it should be read carefully in order to avoid any problems.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted ma ...
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