User manual ZENITH VRC420 - OPERATING GUIDE

machine number | VRC420 enjoy the view ® operating guide / warranty RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER (Now, while you can see it) The model and serial number of your new VCR are located on the back of the VCR cabinet. For your future convenience, we suggest that you record these numbers here: MODEL NO.____________________________________ SERIAL NO.____________________________________ WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, 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 a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. POWER CORD POLARIZATION: CAUTION: To Prevent Electric Shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu'au fond. NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER: This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric Code (U.S.A.). The code 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 the cable entry as practical. REGULATORY INFORMATION: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: · Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. · Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. · Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. · Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user's authority to operate this product. This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. "Ce appareil numérique de la class b respecte toutes les exigences du Règulement sur le matériel brouillier du Canada." Zenith is a trademark of ZEC © Copyright Zenith Electronics Corporation 2000 SA F E T Y T I P S IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 1. Read Instructions Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating the product. Retain Instructions Keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference. Heed Warnings Follow warnings on the product and in the operating guide. Follow Instructions Follow all operating and use instructions. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water--for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, sink, or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool. Accessories Do not place product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. Product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product. Any mounting of product should follow manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting accessory recommended by manufacturer. Transporting Product Move product and cart combinations with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause product and cart combination to overturn. PAGE 3 2. 11. Power Sources Operate product only from type of power source indicated on marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to manual. 12. Line-Cord Polarization Product is equipped with a polarized alternatingcurrent line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit into power outlet only one way. If you're unable to insert plug fully into outlet, try reversing the plug. If plug still fails to fit, contact an electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat safety purpose of polarized plug. 13. Power-Cord Protection Route power-supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from product. 14. Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to this product, be sure antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code (USA), ANSI/NFPA 70 provides information on grounding of mast and supporting structure, grounding of lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for grounding electrode. ( See Fig. 1 below. ) 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Fig. 1 Antenna Lead-in Wire Ground Clamp Antenna Discharge Unit NEC Section 810-20 Electric Service Equipment Grounding Conductors NEC Section 810-21 Ground Clamps Power Service Grounding Electrode System NEC Art 250, Part H 10. Ventilation Slots and openings in cabinet must not be blocked or covered. They are provided for ventilation, to ensure reliable operation, and to protect from overheating. Never block openings by placing product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. Do not place product in built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. NEC: National Electrical Code Antenna grounding per NEC Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 PAGE 4 SA F E T Y T I P S IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 15. Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when product is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to product due to lightning and power line surges. 16. Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, take extreme care to keep from touching such power lines or circuits, as contact with them might be fatal. 17. Overloading Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords or integral convenience receptacles, as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock. 18. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on product. 19. Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself, as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20. Wall or Ceiling Mounting Mount product to wall or ceiling only as recommended by manufacturer. 21. Replacement Parts When replacement part(s) are required, be sure service technician has used replacement part(s) specified by manufacturer or have same characteristics as original part(s). Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22. Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under these conditions: a. If power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into product. c. If product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If product doesn't operate normally by following handbook instructions. Adjust only those controls covered by handbook instructions; improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and often requires extensive work by a qualified technician to restore product to normal operation. e. If product has been dropped or cabinet has been damaged. f. If product exhibits a distinct change in performance. 23. Heat Keep product away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. 24. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask service technician to perform safety checks to determine that product is in proper operating condition. I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 5 Contents/Index CONTENTS SAFETY TIPS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 VCR Features Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connections for Your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Before you operate your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12 CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-15 Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Message Center Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-29 The Buttons on Your Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Clock Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Timer Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Watching TV Through the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Camcorder Connected to VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24 Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25-27 Recording While You're Away . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Easy Watch Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-32 SPECIFICATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Cover INDEX Audio Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Auto Channel Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 19 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8, 22 Channel Add/Del . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 19 Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 17 Easy Watch Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Features Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25-27 Language Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Main Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Message Center Front Panel Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23-24 Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 SpeakEZ Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Timer Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Timer-Controlled Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-32 VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rear cover Watching TV through the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 PAGE 6 I N S TA L L AT I O N VCR Features Chart This page shows the features of your VCR. FEATURES SpeakEZ Function Easy Watch Playback 4-Heads (Special Video Effects) Full Load/Quick Start Auto Head Cleaner MTS Hi-Fi Stereo Audio System Stereo Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Remote Control SC420T Auto/Manual Band Select Auto/Manual Channel Search 181 Channel Capability (CATV & TV) Record Speeds SP/EP Playback Speeds SP/LP/EP Auto Playback System Auto/Manual Digital Tracking Instant Recording Timer-Controlled Recording Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust Slow-Motion Video (4-head VCR); Variable 1/10 to 1/32 Clear Pause/Still Video Real-Time Tape Counter Speed Search CM Skip English/Spanish/French Menus 1-Year, 8-Event Timer Message Center Front Panel Display Auto Clock Set System Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV) Energy Saving VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 7 Connections for your VCR Required connections for your VCR. Connections Without a Cable Box Antenna Flat Wire (300 ohm) Back Panel of Stereo VCR ANT. IN R - AUDIO - L OUT MONO CH3 CH4 IN IN OUT OUT TO TV VIDEO VHF/UHF /CATV OR OR 300/75 ohm Adaptor (Not provided) Cable TV Wall Jack Back Panel of Typical TV IN OUT IN LINE1(AUX1) VHF/UHF/CATV OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO ANT IN This cable is provided with your VCR. Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. Connections With a Cable Box Back Panel of Stereo VCR ANT. IN R - AUDIO - L OUT MONO CH3 CH4 IN IN OUT OUT TO TV VIDEO VHF/UHF /CATV Back Panel of Typical TV IN OUT IN VHF/UHF/CATV OUT R AUDIO L VIDEO ANT IN LINE1(AUX1) Back Panel of Typical Cable Box CH3 CH4 Cable TV Wall Jack CABLE OUT IN This cable is provided with your VCR. Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. PAGE 8 I N S TA L L AT I O N Connections for your VCR Optional connections for your VCR. Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV Use A/V connections for a better picture. Back Panel of Stereo VCR ANT. IN R - AUDIO - L OUT MONO CH3 CH4 IN IN OUT OUT TO TV VIDEO VHF/UHF /CATV Back Panel of Typical TV OUT IN R-AUDIO-L OUT IN VIDEO VHF/UHF/CATV ANT IN LINE1(AUX1) Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. A/V cable is not provided with VCR. Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR Back Panel of Stereo VCR Jack panel of Accessory ANT. IN R - AUDIO - L OUT MONO CH3 CH4 IN IN OUT OUT TO TV VIDEO VHF/UHF /CATV Accessory Component: Another VCR, Camcorder, Video Camera, Satellite Receiver, Laser Disc Player OUT IN R-AUDIO-L OUT IN VIDEO LINE1(AUX1) Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. A/V cable is not provided with VCR. I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 9 Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. CLOCK MENU AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 PROGRAM 1 MONTH : DAY : START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED : REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: 1 2 3 4 5 AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF PLAYBACK: HI-FI RECORD: STEREO Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO : : : : 1 2 3 4 Press number keys QUIT = exit MAIN MENU How to Access Menus Menu operation is easy--just follow the instructions shown at the bottom of the menu. 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, or 4) to see desired sub menu to be used. 3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed. pause Point remote toward VCR power eject menu ch enter ch quit 4. Press QUIT to exit menu, or wait a few minutes and the VCR returns to normal operation. rew play f fwd stop rec/itr 1 4 7 tv/vcr 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 cm skip EZ watch memory sp/ep trk Note: Perform menu operations with the VCR and TV on, and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4. The VCR must also be in the VCR mode of operation. Press the TV/VCR button repeatedly until VCR indicator light appears in the front panel. PAGE 10 I N S TA L L AT I O N Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. 1 Connect the Power (Required) Plug your VCR into an unswitched 120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet. Turn on the VCR by pressing the POWER on the remote or on the VCR's front panel. While plugged into an AC outlet, the VCR consumes 3W of electrical power in OFF condition. Do not plug the VCR into a switched power outlet. Otherwise, when the power is switched off, the VCR turns off. You may then have to reset the time and date, and reprogram operational features. WALL SWITCH 120V, 60Hz POWER OUTLET TYPICAL ZENITH VCR power stop/eject EZ watch rew f fwd play video aux 2 l - audio - r REC VCR TIMER pause AM rec/itr ch 2 Set Position of the CH3/CH4 Switch (Required) The CH3/CH4 switch on the VCR's back panel determines which channel the VCR uses to send video signals to your TV. The TV must be tuned to the same channel you set with the CH3/CH4 switch to see tape playback and status displays from the VCR. To determine which video channel provides the best picture for your system, try the switch in CH3 position and tune your TV to channel 3; then try the CH4 position and tune your TV to channel 4. For a test display, press the TV/VCR button on remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR's front panel display. Press MENU on the remote to see the main menu. CH3 CH4 Tune TV to Ch.3 OR CH3 CH4 Tune TV to Ch.4 3 Select SpeakEZ Function (On/Off) A voice tells you how to use the features in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is recommended.) See the AUDIO Menu for details. SpeakEZ only functions with ENGLISH. Press 4. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO : : : : 1 2 3 4 AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF PLAYBACK: HI-FI RECORD: STEREO Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to choose ON or OFF MAIN MENU I N S TA L L AT I O N PAGE 11 Before you operate your VCR Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR. 4 Select Language for VCR Menus/Displays (Optional) Select English, Spanish, or French for VCR menus and status displays. See the LANGUAGE SELECT option on the SETUP menu for details. Press 5. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: 1 2 3 4 5 SETUP MENU LANGUAGE SELECT : ENGLISH 1 ENGLISH 2 ESPAÑOL 3 FRANÇAIS Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit SETUP MENU Press NUMBER (1, 2, or 3) to select the desired language 5 Set Date and Time for Clock Set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time. See CLOCK Menu on page 17 for details. Your VCR also has an Auto-Clock Set feature. See CLOCK Menu for details. The Timer feature will not function unless the Clock has been set. Press 2. CLOCK MENU AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 MONTH DAY YEAR TIME CLOCK MENU : : : : 1 JANUARY 1 SAT 2000 12:00 AM Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (0-9) then ENTER to set date and time CLOCK MENU 6 Select Source for VCR (Optional) Set the source of the VCR for the type of program signal you have connected to the ANT IN jack on the back of the VCR. Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the VCR. Choose AUX1 (or AUX2) if you have an accessory Audio/Video (A/V) connected to the VCR. See SOURCE option on SETUP menu (page 19) for details. Press 3. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: 1 2 3 4 5 SETUP MENU SOURCE: TUNER (TV) 1 TV 2 CATV 3 AUX1 4 AUX2 Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3 or 4) to select the desired source SETUP MENU 7 Use Auto Program to Find Channels (Required) Use AUTO PROGRAM to find active channels in your broadcast area. AUTO PROGRAM stores the active channels that you can access by using the CH (M/L). See AUTO PROGRAM on the SETUP Menu (page 19) for details. Press 1. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: 1 2 3 4 5 SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: SEARCHING QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit SETUP MENU PAGE 12 I N S TA L L AT I O N Before you operate your VCR Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR. 8 Use CH. ADD/DEL to Create Favorite Channels (Optional) Use CH. ADD/DEL to change the list of active channels found when using AUTO PROGRAM, so you can list your favorites. See CH. ADD/DEL on the SETUP Menu (page 19) for details. Press 2. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: 1 2 3 4 5 SETUP MENU CH. ADD/DEL: CH. 2 ADD Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (0-9) then ENTER SETUP MENU 9 Select Other Menu Options Show or hide the VCR status on your screen by using the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option on the SETUP menu. We recommend keeping this option ON. See the SETUP menu for details. Press 4. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: 1 2 3 4 5 SETUP MENU ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: ON 1 ON 2 OFF Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to choose ON or OFF SETUP MENU Press 4. If you have a stereo VCR, press ENTER to select the audio format (HI-FI or NORMAL) to use when you play a tape. We recommend setting this option to HI-FI. See the PLAYBACK MODE option on the AUDIO Menu for details. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO : : : : 1 2 3 4 AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ: ON PLAYBACK: HI-FI RECORD: STEREO Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit 1 HI-FI 2 NORMAL Press number keys QUIT = exit Press NUMBER (1 or 2) to choose HI-FI or NORMAL MAIN MENU Press 4. If you have a stereo VCR, press ENTER to select the audio format (STEREO, MONO or SAP) to use when recording. We recommend using STEREO. See the RECORD MODE option on the AUDIO Menu for details. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO : : : : 1 2 3 4 AUDIO MENU SpeakEZ: ON PLAYBACK: HI-FI RECORD: STEREO 1 STEREO 2 MONO 3 SAP Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Press number keys QUIT = exit MAIN MENU Press NUMBER (1, 2 or 3) to choose STEREO, MONO, or SAP C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S PAGE 13 Front Panel Diagram Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCR. Front Panel Controls These controls perform basic VCR operations--some of them light up as you use them. The Remote performs basic as well as advanced VCR operations. POWER On/Off Button Stop/Eject Selector Easy Watch Button and Indicator Cassette Compartment PLAY, REW (Rewind), F FWD (Fast Forward), PAUSE Selector power stop/eject EZ watch rew f fwd play video aux 2 l - audio - r REC VCR TIMER pause AM rec/itr ch Audio/Video (A/V) Auxiliary In Jacks (AUX2) Message Center Front Panel Display REC/ITR (Instant Timer Record) Selector Channel Up/Down Selector PAGE 14 C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S Message center front panel display Information appears in the Front Panel Display depending on the VCR function being used. Clock/Tape operation indicator A Cassette is in the VCR TIMER VCR is in timer recording REC VCR AM VCR is Recording VCR functions are available and channels are selected at VCR Time is AM Front Panel Display shows which VCR function you are using. For example, when you press SP/EP, SP or EP appears to indicate the tape speed. As you change channels, the channel numbers appear. The current time shows even while the VCR is off. Record Message Err -- Turn VCR On and OFF to erase "Err" message. If it is not erased, take VCR to an authorized repair center. PAUS -- Record mode is halted. SP or EP -- Displays the recording speed. REC -- VCR is recording. STOP -- Recording is stopped. Playback Messages Err -- Turn VCR On and OFF to erase "Err" message. If it is not erased, take VCR to an authorized repair center. FF (Fast Forward) -- Tape is advancing rapidly. CUE -- Tape is advancing rapidly in playback mode for visual search. -CUE -- Tape is reversing rapidly in playback mode for visual search. PLAY -- Tape is playing at normal playback speed. REW (Rewind) -- Tape is rewinding rapidly. SLW -- Tape is playing at slow-motion speed. ST:LL -- Playback is halted on one frame. STOP -- Tape rewind or playback is stopped. Tuner Messages AU_ (Auxiliary_) -- Auxiliary channel is selected for viewing equipment connected to Audio/Video jacks on front or rear of the VCR. ch _ -- VCR tuned to Channel _. HI -- VCR is turned on. BYE -- VCR is turned off. C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S PAGE 15 VCR Status Displays On-Screen displays tell you the status of the tape inserted and VCR functions. Current mode of operation (STOP, PAUSE, RECORD, PLAY, etc.) and audio format of tape, where Play=HI-FI or NORMAL(No display) Tape Speed EP=Extended Play LP=Long Play SP=Standard Play Current date, day, and time PLAY HI-FI VCR CH 11 SP ST/SAP Current CH (Channel) selected by using tuner in VCR Audio format of signal received by VCR tuner: STEREO, MONO or ST/SAP 15 MON 7:17 AM M-1:35:45 Typical VCR Status Display on TV Real-time tape counter M = Counter Memory is active ­ = Tape is rewound past index mark. 1:35:45 = Length of tape (in time) 1 = 1 hour 35 = 35 minutes 45 = 45 seconds M-1:35:45 Tape Counter Position REM 1:35 Tape Time Remaining VCR Status Display The VCR Status Display appears on the TV when a VCR function starts, like when you change a channel or select a different VCR mode. For example, pressing STOP while the VCR is in PLAY mode shows STOP in the display. Press ENTER on the remote at any time (except Special Effects Playback mode; SLOW, STILL etc.) to see the Status Display. Note: If the VCR Status Display does not appear on the TV screen, check the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option on the SETUP menu. Select ON to see the display. See "Setup Menu" section for details. VCR Status Display Options When the Status Display appears, press ENTER repeatedly to see abbreviated displays, as follows: 1. Press ENTER to see Status Display. 2. Press ENTER a second time to show only the tape counter position. 3. Press ENTER a third time to show only the tape time remaining. 4. Press ENTER repeatedly until all displays are removed. PAGE 16 O P E R AT I O N The Buttons on Your Remote A quick list of all the buttons on your remote control and what they do. CH (M/L) -- Channel Selectors. Also selects AUX A/V input channel. CM SKIP -- Fast forwards picture search through 30 seconds of recording. EJECT -- Ejects the tape from the VCR. ENTER -- Programs menu options and shows VCR display. EZ WATCH -- Press to play back the portion you just recorded. F FWD (Fast Forward)--Advances tape rapidly. MEMORY -- Returns real-time tape counter to zero (M 0:00:00). MENU -- Shows main menu. Numbers -- Chooses channels and enters programming information. PAUSE -- Pauses tape temporarily during playback or record. PLAY -- Begins tape playback. POWER -- Turns VCR On and Off. Also turns VCR Timer Off and On, if programmed. QUIT -- Exits menu system. REC/ITR -- Begins tape recording. REW -- Rewinds tape to the beginning. SP/EP -- Chooses tape recording speed. STOP -- Cancels playback or record modes. TRK (M/L) -- Adjusts tape playback tracking. AA AA Turns VCR On/Off power eject Ejects a tape Channel Selectors Shows main menu Enters a Menu Tape Play/Record Options rew menu ch enter ch quit Exits Any Menu pause play f fwd Direct Channel and Programming Entry stop rec/itr 1 4 7 tv/vcr 2 5 8 0 3 6 9 cm skip Fast forwards picture search through 30 seconds of recording Switches TV Picture between TV and VCR Channel Selectors (Tuner) To play back the portion you just recorded. Accesses Tape Counter Display EZ watch memory sp/ep trk Adjusts tape playback tracking. Chooses Tape Recording Speed Installing Batteries Be sure to install the batteries provided with this remote. Match positive (+) and negative (-) with markings shown in battery compartment. Note: All VCR operations and menu options can be accessed by using the remote control. TV/VCR -- Switches source of TV picture between TV channel and VCR channel selection. VCR functions are available in VCR mode. O P E R AT I O N PAGE 17 Clock Menu The Clock Menu sets the clock in the VCR to the current time. There are two options AUTO and MANUAL. Auto Clock Set AUTO automatically sets the clock in the VCR to the current time and date. AUTO works only in areas where Data Service (DS) signals are provided along with normal TV signals. 1. Press MENU to see Main Menu. 2. Press 1 to see Clock Menu. 3. Press 1 to set the current time automatically on the Clock Menu. Notes: We recommend that you set the clock using the MANUAL method the first time you use your VCR. See MANUAL option for details. The clock must be set before you can record by using the TIMER. Press number keys QUIT = exit CLOCK MENU AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 Manual Clock Set The CLOCK Menu allows you to set the clock in the VCR to the current date and time. Notes: The clock must be set before you can record, using the TIMER menu. You may have to reset the clock and other features if a power outage lasts for more than 3 seconds. If you use the Manual option. The AUTO CLOCK SET mode will be turned to OFF CLOCK MENU MONTH DAY YEAR TIME : : : : 1 JANUARY 1 SAT 2000 12:00 AM How to Set Clock 1. Press MENU to see Main Menu. 2. Press 1 to see clock options. 3. Press 2 to adjust your options. 4. First insert the month number (5=MAY, 6=JUNE etc). 5. Press ENTER to move to next option. 6. Press QUIT to exit the menu system. Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit Typical CLOCK Menu with date and time settings PAGE 18 O P E R AT I O N Timer Menu The TIMER Menu tells the VCR when to record a program on a day and at a time you specify. You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one-year period. SpeakEZ CLOCK TIMER SETUP AUDIO : : : : 1 2 3 4 PROGRAM 1 MONTH : DAY : START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED : REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program PROGRAM 8 MONTH : DAY : START : STOP : CHANNEL : SPEED : REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program ENTER to adjust program Press 2 Press number keys QUIT = exit Month of Recording Day of Recording Start Time of Recording Stop Time of Recording Channel of Recording Speed of Recording Frequency of Recording PROGRAM 1 MONTH : 7 JULY DAY : 20 THU START : 11:16 AM STOP : 11:46 AM CHANNEL : 20 TV SPEED : EP REPEAT: ONCE ( 1 - 8 ) to select program To erase press (0) Program Number When highlighted, press NUMBER (1-8) to choose program Number. REPEAT OPTIONS ONCE -- Records once. WEEKLY -- Records once each week. DAILY -- Records one time each day, Monday - Friday. Press QUIT CHANNEL OPTIONS To select an AUX channel, select the next highest or lowest channel programmed in the VCR with the CH (M/L). Timer will be on when VCR is off SPEED OPTIONS (SP or EP) The SP mode determines how much tape is left and switches speed from SP to EP, if necessary, to complete recording the program. There will be some picture and sound distortion at the point of the speed change. AM/PM OPTIONS Press 1 for AM Press 2 for PM How to Use Timer 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press 2 to see the TIMER menu. 3. When the TIMER menu is displayed on screen, press the NUMBER button to select the correct month, then press the ENTER button again to move the next option or setting. 4. When you have entered all of the settings to your satisfaction, press QUIT to exit the menu system. Note: Set the VCR in TIMER mode by pressing POWER to turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator light appears in the front panel of the VCR. You cannot operate the VCR manually while it is recording. Pressing POWER stops the recording. To Erase a Program 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press 2 to see the TIMER menu. 3. Press NUMBER(1-8) to select desired PROGRAM to be erased. 4. Press 0 to erase the program. 5. Press QUIT to exit the menu system. PROGRAM 1 MONTH : 7 JULY DAY : 20 THU START : 11:16 AM STOP : 11:46 AM CHANNEL : 20 TV SPEED : EP REPEAT: ONCE ( 1 - 8 ) to select program To erase press (0) Follow these steps Press 0 to erase program O P E R AT I O N PAGE 19 Setup Menu The SETUP Menu customizes the VCR's operation for your particular needs. 1. Press MENU to see main menu. 2. Press 3 to see the SETUP menu. 3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be changed. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT: 1 2 3 4 5 Press number keys QUIT = exit AUTO PROGRAM CH. ADD/DEL Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR's memory for access by CH (M/L). Press 1 to begin search. Edits the channels found by AUTO PROGRAM. Use number keys followed by ENTER to select the channel to be edited (e.g., to ADD channel 3, press 3 then ENTER). Press ENTER to ADD or DEL (Delete) channels to create your own list of favorite channels. Selects TV, CATV, AUX1, or AUX2 as the source of the program to watch or record. Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the VCR. Choose AUX1 if you want to see the program from accessory equipment, such as a camcorder, connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks on the VCR rear panel. Choose AUX2 if you want to see the program from accessory equipment, such as a camcorder, connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks on the VCR front panel. Selects whether or not you see VCR Status Displays on the TV. Selects English, Spanish or French for VCR menus and displays on the TV. SOURCE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY LANGUAGE SELECT PAGE 20 O P E R AT I O N Audio Menu The AUDIO Menu specifies the audio format to be used when recording or playing a tape. The AUDIO Menu indicates the audio format used when recording or playing a tape. 1. Press MENU to see main menu. AUDIO MENU 2. Press 4 to see the AUDIO menu. 3. Press 1 or 2 to turn SpeakEZ ON or OFF. 4. Press ENTER (and repeat) to choose items in the menu. SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF PLAYBACK: HI-FI RECORD: STEREO Press number keys then ENTER QUIT = exit SpeakEZ Turns SpeakEZ ON or OFF. A voice tells you how to use the features you select in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is recommended.) Selects HI-FI or NORMAL for tape playback. HI-FI (High Fidelity) provides stereo sound, if present on the tape, to the left and right VCR AUDIO output jacks on the back of the VCR. NORMAL provides monaural sound, regardless of the audio format present on the tape. Select the STEREO, MONO, or SAP for recording a program. STEREO records sound from the left and right audio tracks in stereophonic format. MONO (Monaural) records sound in monaural format even if the program is in stereo. SAP records the Second Audio Program (SAP) track, if present, in addition to the stereo audio tracks. SAP usually contains audio in another language. PLAYBACK RECORD O P E R AT I O N PAGE 21 Watching TV Through the VCR This page shows a typical video system and explains how to select channels. Cable TV Wall Jack Direct Cable All-Channel Antenna Zenith TV Or Zenith Stereo VCR CHANNEL 3 4 VHF-UHF CABLE IN VCR Output to TV (Channel 3 or 4 when VCR is on and TV/VCR is in VCR position) Typical Cable Box From Cable- TV System OUT Or IN OUT CH3 CH4 Cable Box Output to VCR VHF/UHF/CATV IN AUDIO VIDEO OUT OUT RL VIDEO AUDIO IN IN LR Audio/Video Output to TV Selecting Channels when the VCR is OFF 1. Turn TV on. 2. Select channel you'd like to watch at the TV. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Select cable box channels at the cable box. Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is ON 1. Turn TV and VCR on. 2. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote control repeatedly until the VCR indicator appears in the front panel of the VCR. 3. Select channels 3 or 4 at the TV. If your TV is equipped with A/V input jacks, check your TV operating manual to select the A/V source for a better picture. 4. Select the channel you'd like to watch at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box. Selecting Channels at the TV when VCR is ON 1. Turn TV and VCR on. 2. Place VCR in TV mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote control repeatedly until the VCR indicator disappears from the front panel of the VCR. 3. Select channel you'd like to watch at the TV. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Select cable box channels at the cable box. PAGE 22 O P E R AT I O N Camcorder Connected to VCR This page describes how to connect a camcorder to your VCR. Front Panel of Stereo VCR power stop/eject EZ watch video aux 2 l - audio - r Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. A/V cable is not provided with VCR. Select AUX for Viewing an Audio/Video source like a Camcorder 1. With TV and VCR on, place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote (and repeat) until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR's front panel. 2. Select channel 3 (or 4) on the TV. Note: If your TV has A/V jacks, you may get a better picture if you connect your VCR there. (Then, select the A/V source on the TV.) 3. At the VCR, Channel Down lower than the lowest channel (or Channel Up above the highest) to select "AUX2". You can also choose the SETUP menu as described below. Press MENU to see main menu. Press 3 to see the SETUP menu. Press 3 for the SETUP menu's SOURCE item. Press 4 for AUX2, then ENTER. (Press QUIT to exit.) SETUP MENU