USERS GUIDE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER VTMX310EUK VTMX310EUK Owner's Manual Please read before using this product. IMPORTANT COPYRIGHT INFORMATION Unauthorised recording or use of broadcast television programming, video tape, film or other copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright laws. We do not take responsibility for the unauthorised duplication, use, or other acts which infringe upon the rights of copyright owners. A NOTE ABOUT RECYCLING This product's packaging materials are recyclable and can be reused. Please dispose of any materials in accordance with your local recycling regulations. Batteries should never be thrown away or incinerated but disposed of in accordance with your local regulations concerning chemical wastes. This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please note down the model number and serial number and remain for your records. Model number: Serial number: VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER VT-MX310EUK Safety Precaution PAL WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Features · Automatic Operations · On Screen Display · Auto Repeat Playback · Picture Select · One Touch Recording · Parents Lock · Auto Return · Timer Recording · Auto Head Cleaner · NTSC Playback · Auto Clock Setting · PDC Positioning · Do not place the VCR directly on top of, or underneath, your TV set. Ensure that there is at least 20 cm between the VCR and the TV set, and that air can circulate freely through the ventilation openings of the VCR. VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. PRECAUTIONS Important · Use only cassettes with the VHS mark with this VCR. Cautions 1 Do not attempt to open the cabinet. There are no parts Power Supply · The main power supply is engaged when the power cord plug is plugged in a 220-240V 50Hz, AC outlet. To operate the unit, press the OPERATE button to turn on the unit. ("The PWR" indicator on the display comes on.) 2 3 Dew Warning · Moisture condensation may occur inside the unit when it is moved from a cold place to a warm place, after heating up a cold room, or under conditions of high humidity. Do not use the VCR for at least 2 hours until its inside is dry. 4 5 6 Warning · To avoid fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. 7 8 9 you can service inside. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the sides or bottom are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation and to protect the unit from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. Avoid installation in enclosed spaces such as bookcases unless proper ventilation is provided. Keep the unit away from radiators and other heat sources. Avoid use near strong magnetic fields. Do not push objects of any kind into the VCR through the cabinet slots or openings as they could touch electrically live parts or short circuit parts resulting in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid on this unit. If liquid is spilled and penetrates into the unit, consult qualified service personnel. Use this unit in a horizontal (flat) position only. Before attempting to operate the unit, make sure that the timer recording mode is "OFF". This product is in Stand-by mode when it turns off while the power cord is connected. WARNING: LIVE PARTS INSIDE. DO NOT REMOVE ANY SCREWS. Printed in China TJ17151 1 0VMN03758 HE260BD * * * * * EN TABLE OF CONTENTS MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................................3 Cabinet Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................3 Auto Head Cleaning..............................................................................................................................3 Service..................................................................................................................................................3 CONNECTION TO POWER .................................................................................................................3 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS .........................................................................................................4 Front Panel............................................................................................................................................4 Indicator ................................................................................................................................................4 Rear Panel ............................................................................................................................................4 Remote Control.....................................................................................................................................5 SPECIFICATIONS ...............................................................................................................................5 General Specifications..........................................................................................................................5 Electrical Specifications ........................................................................................................................5 Other Specifications..............................................................................................................................5 CONNECTING THE VCR ....................................................................................................................6 VCR to TV Connection .........................................................................................................................6 Other Connections................................................................................................................................6 INITIAL SETUP ...................................................................................................................................7 Video Channel Setting .........................................................................................................................7 Setting the Clock...................................................................................................................................7 TUNING ...............................................................................................................................................8 Automatic Tuning...................................................................................................................................8 Manual Tuning.......................................................................................................................................8 To Skip a Preset Channel ....................................................................................................................9 Channel Order ......................................................................................................................................9 BASIC OPERATION ..........................................................................................................................10 Playback..............................................................................................................................................10 Recording............................................................................................................................................10 ADVANCED OPERATIONS ..............................................................................................................11 Counter Memory .................................................................................................................................11 OTR (One Touch Recording) ..............................................................................................................11 Auto Repeat Playback ........................................................................................................................11 Picture Select .....................................................................................................................................11 Automatic Operations .........................................................................................................................12 Real Time Tape Counter .....................................................................................................................12 Timer Recording .................................................................................................................................12 PDC (Programme Delivery Control) ...................................................................................................13 Auto Return ........................................................................................................................................13 Parents Lock .......................................................................................................................................14 Copying a Video Tape........................................................................................................................ 14 A Status Display .................................................................................................................................14 Video Cassette Tape...........................................................................................................................14 TV Colour System...............................................................................................................................14 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..........................................................................................................15 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY.................................................................................. Back cover HITACHI - YOUR GUARANTEE (UK & Ireland)............................................................... Back cover 2 EN MAINTENANCE Cabinet Cleaning · Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the VCR with a soft cloth that has been immersed in lukewarm water and wrung dry. · Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide liquid near the VCR. Such chemicals may cause damage and discolouration to the exposed surfaces. Auto Head Cleaning · This feature automatically cleans the heads as you insert or remove a cassette to ensure a clear picture. · The playback picture may become blurred or interrupted even if the TV programme received is clear. This does not mean that the recorded programme has been erased. This problem is caused by dirt accumulated on the head after long periods of use, or usage of rental or old tapes. In this case, head cleaning requires highly technical expertise and the nearest dealer should therefore be consulted. Clean heads only when problems occur. Service · Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct the problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Turn the unit off, unplug the power cord, and take the unit to a Service Centre for servicing. CONNECTION TO POWER Before Switching on make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. Mains Cord This appliance may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in a non-rewireable plug the fuse cover must be refitted. If the fuse cover is lost or damaged, the plug must not be used until a replacement available from the appliance manufacturer is obtained. It is important that the colour of the replacement fuse cover corresponds with the rating marking on the base of the plug. If the plug has to be changed because it is not suitable for your socket, or becomes damaged, it should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted following the wiring instructions below. The plug removed must be disposed of safely as insertion into a 13A socket is likely to cause an electrical hazard. For your own safety read the following instructions carefully before attempting to connect this unit to mains. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE=NEUTRAL, BROWN=LIVE Important As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. No connection is to be made to the earth terminal of the plug. If a 13 Amp ...