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OWNER'S MANUAL
MODEL: VRC421
Before connecting, operating, or adjusting this
product, please read this instruction booklet
carefully and completely.

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL: VRC421 Before connecting, operating, or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    • CAUTION: Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from LG 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.
  • Page 3: Safety Tips

    SA F E T Y T I P S P A G E 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 1. Read Instructions 11. Power Sources Read all of the safety and operating instructions before Operate product only from type of power source operating the product.
  • Page 4 SA F E T Y T I P S P A G E 4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 15. Lightning 21. Replacement Parts For added protection for When replacement part(s) are required, be sure service this product during a...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    I N S TA L L AT I O N P A G E 5 Contents/Index CONTENTS INDEX SAFETY TIPS......2-4 Audio Menu .
  • Page 6: Vcr Features Chart

    P A G E 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 4-Heads (Special Video Effects) Full Load/Quick Start Auto Head Cleaner MTS Hi-Fi Stereo Audio System Stereo Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks (Front and Rear) Remote Control SC411Z Auto/Manual Band Select...
  • Page 7: Connections For Your Vcr

    I N S TA L L AT I O N P A G E 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 300/75 ohm Adaptor (Not provided) AUX 1...
  • Page 8 P A G E 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 Typical TV Back Panel of Stereo VCR VHF/UHF/CATV AUX 1...
  • Page 9: Before You Operate Your Vcr

    I N S TA L L AT I O N P A G E 9 Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. PROGRAM CLOCK MENU SETUP MENU AUDIO MENU MONTH : SpeakEZ: ON AUTO PROGRAM: AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): START :...
  • Page 10: Speakez Function

    P A G E 1 0 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. Connect the Power (Required) Plug your VCR into an unswitched WALL 120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet.
  • Page 11: Auto Channel Search

    I N S TA L L AT I O N P A G E 1 1 Before you operate your VCR Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR. Select Language for VCR Menus/Displays Press 5.
  • Page 12 P A G E 1 2 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. Use CH. ADD/DEL to Create Favorite Press 2. SETUP MENU Channels (Optional) Use CH.
  • Page 13: Controls And Displays

    C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S P A G E 1 3 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.
  • Page 14: Vcr Status Displays

    P A G E 1 4 C O N T R O L S A N D D I S P L AY S VCR Status Displays On-Screen displays tell you the status of the tape inserted and VCR functions. Current mode of operation Current CH (Channel) selected by (STOP, PAUSE, RECORD, PLAY, etc.)
  • Page 15: Operation

    On, if programmed. ADJ (ADJUST) ( ) — Adjusts tape playback tracking while in VCR mode. Use to change status of LG TV menu PROGRAM — Programs remote with brand codes for your options while in TV mode. brand of TV and/or cable box (DBS).
  • Page 16: Programming Your Remote

    Program Button the most commonly used codes. For other brands — or if your remote fails to control your LG product — you will have to pro- eject gram the remote. enter mute Follow these steps for each product: 1.
  • Page 17: Clock Menu

    O P E R AT I O N P A G E 1 7 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.
  • Page 18: Timer Menu

    P A G E 1 8 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. PROGRAM PROGRAM SpeakEZ...
  • Page 19: Setup Menu

    O P E R AT I O N P A G E 1 9 Setup Menu The SETUP Menu customizes the VCR’s operation for your particular needs. SETUP MENU AUTO PROGRAM: Choose SETUP Menu as described in CH. ADD/DEL: “How to Access Menus” on page 9. SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: LANGUAGE SELECT:...
  • Page 20: Audio Menu

    P A G E 2 0 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. AUDIO MENU The AUDIO Menu indicates the audio format used when recording or playing SpeakEZ: ON PLAYBACK: HI-FI...
  • Page 21: Watching Tv Through The Vcr

    O P E R AT I O N P A G E 2 1 Watching TV Through the VCR This page shows a typical video system and explains how to select channels. All-Channel Zenith TV Antenna Cable TV Wall Jack Direct Cable Zenith Stereo VCR CHANNEL...
  • Page 22: Camcorder Connected To Vcr

    P A G E 2 2 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 aux 2 video l - audio - r Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections.
  • Page 23: Playing Tapes

    O P E R AT I O N P A G E 2 3 Playing Tapes This page explains the basics of playing tapes in your VCR. Automatic Playback (No Safety Tab) 1. Tape playback begins automatically, if the safety tab has power stop/eject been removed from the cassette case.
  • Page 24: Playing Tapes

    P A G E 2 4 O P E R AT I O N Playing Tapes This page explains how to use the remote to play tapes on your VCR. Auto/Manual Tracking Adjustment Your VCR adjusts tracking automatically when you play a tape. If the tape was recorded on a different VCR, streaks (video noise) may appear.
  • Page 25: Instant Recording

    O P E R AT I O N P A G E 2 5 Instant Recording Recording what you are watching on TV. Options You Can Use While Recording Instant recording lets you record until you reach the end of power tape or you press STOP to stop recording.
  • Page 26 P A G E 2 6 O P E R AT I O N Instant Recording Recording using preset time periods. Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording. Note: power Preset recording time counts down until the recording time tv/vcr sp/ep is over.
  • Page 27 O P E R AT I O N P A G E 2 7 Instant Recording Recording one show while watching another. Note: If you have a cable box connected to your VCR, you cannot power record one show and watch another. tv/vcr sp/ep Choose the show you wish to record using the VCR’s channel...
  • Page 28: Recording While You're Away

    P A G E 2 8 O P E R AT I O N Recording While You’re Away This page explains how to use the Timer so that you can record while you are away. PROGRAM PROGRAM SpeakEZ MONTH : MONTH : Press 2 CLOCK :...
  • Page 29: Easy Watch Playback

    O P E R AT I O N P A G E 2 9 Easy Watch Playback Playing back the portion you just recorded. Using Easy Watch playback after timer recording is conve- nient. You can make timer recordings and play back only the portion you just recorded with the timer by pressing a f fwd play...
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G P A G E 3 0 Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. Before Calling for Service Please refer to this chart before calling for service. First, turn on the TV and VCR. Select appropriate input for the TV to receive the video signal from the VCR.
  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    P A G E 3 1 T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. Channel Tuning Problems Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Some channels are skipped over when Those channels were deleted with the Use CH.
  • Page 32 Do not use a dry-type head-cleaning system. It may seriously damage the VCR and cassettes used in the VCR. Snow, streaking in picture, and horizontal pulling indicate the need for professional video head cleaning. See your LG approved service center for cleaning.
  • Page 33: Specifications

    P A G E 3 3 S P E C I F I C AT I O N S Specifications GENERAL Head System Four head Power Source AC 120V, 60Hz Power Consumption Approx. 17 Watts Dimensions (WxHxD) 360 x 94 x 270 mm (14.2" x 3.7" x 10.6") Operating Temperature 5 °C~35 °C (41 °F~95 °F) Operating Humidity...

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