OWNER'S MANUAL VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER VCR-9688 G-CODE Type Tested Electrical Safety AS/NZS 3250 Lic 4168 Standards Australia How to Use This Manual Please read this Owner's Manual carefully before using the VCR and store it in a safe place for future reference. This Owner's Manual explains how to use your VCR and, in particular, using the remote control unit keys to control the VCR. Keys on the VCR itself that have the same label as their counterparts on the remote control unit perform exactly the same functions. There is an "Identification of Controls" illustration on the back of this page. Use this if you are unsure of a key operation using the remote control unit or the display. To use this illustration, unfold this page as indicated in the diagram below and refer to the illustration while reading the appropriate section of the manual. Remote control unit IDENTIFICATION OF CONTROLS Front panel Rear panel Multi-display Front Panel REMOTE SENSOR Multi-display REC.button (REC/OTR) CHANNEL V/ buttons STOP/EJECT button FF button PLAY button REW button Cassette loading slot OPERATE/TIMER button Rear Panel AC Mains cord CLEAR button TEST SIGNAL switch AUDIO OUT Jack AUDIO IN Jack RF OUT socket 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 [ ] V Remote Control Unit Number buttons (1-9, 0) 0/AUX button MENU-button RESET button CLOCK button REC button PLAY button OPERATE/TIMER button STOP/EJECT button PAUSE button REW button FF button SKIP/ZERO RTN button OSD button V CH buttons < SHIFT > buttons G-CODE button SLOW button (8, 9) PICTURE CONTROL button (5, 6) V E-1 CAUTION AND CARE NOTICE: Unauthorized recording of copyrighted television programmes, films, video tapes and other materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and be contrary to copyright laws. 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. 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 ventilation. Do not obstruct these ventilation slots. 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. PROTECT THE MAINS CORD 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 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 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. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CAUTION: When the VCR is suddenly moved from a cold environment to a warm environment, some condensation 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. For your reference, please record the serial number of your VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER and the date you purchased it in the following space: Serial Number: Purchase Date: E-2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION........................................... RemoteControl Operation....................... Video Cassette Tape............................... INSTALLATION............................................. Equipment Connection............................ TV Antenna......................................... Connection of VCR and TV Using Audio/Video Connector....................... Power Supply Cable........................... PREPARATIONS.......................................... Video Channel Setting............................ Initial Settings......................................... Menu Screen/Mode Screen.................... On Screen Display (OSD)....................... CHANNEL PRESETTING............................. AMS Operation....................................... Manual Tuning........................................ Automatic Channel Changing................. Preparation for G-Code Instant Video Programming.......................................... CHANNEL SELECTION............................... Tuning with the V CH Buttons............. Tuning with the Number Buttons (Remote Control Only)........................... Selecting AUX Position.......................... PLAYBACK.................................................. Basic Operation...................................... Digital Tracking Control..................... Full Auto/Auto Playback System....... Auto Head Cleaner............................ SPECIAL EFFECT PLAYBACK................... Search.................................................... V E-4 E-4 E-4 E-5 E-5 E-5 E-5 E-5 E-6 E-6 E-6 E-8 E-8 E-9 E-9 E-9 E-9 E-10 E-11 E-11 E-11 E-11 E-12 E-12 E-12 E-12 E-12 E-13 E-13 Forward Search.................................. Reverse Search.................................. Still Frame ................................................ Frame Advance....................................... SlowPlayback.......................................... 1 Minute Skip........................................... Zero Return............................................. Blueback Function................................... RECORDING.................................................. Basic Operation....................................... Checking the Picture Being Recorded..... Recording One Programme While Viewing Another....................................... Auto Turn on System............................... Pause Function........................................ REC Review............................................ Recording from Another VCR.................. One-touch Timer Recording (OTR)......... COUNTER FUNCTION.................................. Counter Display....................................... PROGRAMMABLE TIMER RECORDING..... Before Programming................................ Programming Procedure.......................... Hints on Programming............................. G-Code INSTANT VIDEO PROGRAMMING. Before Programming................................ Extending the Recording Time................ G-Code Programming............................. About Error Messages............................. OTHERS......................................................... Specifications........................................... E-13 E-13 E-13 E-13 E-13 E-14 E-14 E-14 E-15 E-15 E-15 E-15 E-15 E-15 E-15 E-15 E-16 E-16 E-16 E-17 E-17 E-17 E-18 E-19 E-19 E-19 E-19 E-20 E-21 E-22 ACCESSORIES Before installing your VCR, please check you have the following items. Coaxial Cable Remote Control Unit Owner's Manual 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. E-3 INTRODUCTION 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. Loading and Unloading Loading Insert a cassette tape with its labeled side up as shown in the cassette compartment. The cassette will be automatically drawn inside the compartment. Battery Installation Remove the battery cover on the rear of the unit. (See Figure 1.) Install two size "AA" batteries into the battery compartment. (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 compartment. 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. 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. . . . . Tape Speeds and Maximum Recording Playback Time TYPE OF THE VIDEO CASSETTE TAPE TAPE SPEED SP (Standard Play) E-300 5hrs E-180 3 hrs E-120 2 hrs E-60 1 hr Care of the Video Cassette Tape Video Cassette Tape Only the video cassette tapes marked with can be used in this VCR. A cassette tape cannot be loaded or unloaded unless the AC power cord is connected to the AC outlet. . . . . . . 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. Never store tape in a humid location. E-4 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. E-5 PREPARATIONS Video Channel Setting 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. 1. Switch on the test signal switch on the rear panel of the main unit. 2. Press the OPERATE/TIMER button and switch on the power for the VCR. 3. Switch on the power for the TV and select the TV channel 32 so that the test picture is clearly displayed on the TV. If channel 32 of your TV is occupied, select another unoccupied TV channel eg. between channels 30 and 39. 4. If the TEST screen does not appear or not clear, use a small screwdriver and turn the RF channel adjustment (CH ADJ) on the rear panel so that the test picture is clearly displayed on the TV. 5. Switch off the test signal switch on the rear panel of the main unit. 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 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. . Order for initial Settings 1 Language Clock AMS 2 3 4 Menu 1 On-screen Language Setting You can select one of five languages (English, German, French, Italian, Spanish) to be used for the OSP display. 2 Clock Setting Timer recordi ...