Hitachi VT-F462A Instruction Manual

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FEATURES

HITACHI

Instruction Manual

Video Deck

VT-F462A

Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc.

For information concerning repairs, operation or technical assistance, please contact the Service

Department of your nearest Regional Office.

Eastern Regional Office

1290 Wall Street West, Lyndhurst, New Jersey 07071

Tel. 201-935-8980

Mid-Western Regional Office

1400 Morse Ave., Elk Grove Village, Ill. 60007

Tel. 708-593-1550

Southern Regional Office

3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093

Tel. 404-279-5600

Western Regional Office

401 West Artesia Boulevard, Compton, California 90220

HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII, INC.

3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819

Tel. 808-836-3621

HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.

3300 Trans Canada Highway, Pointe Claire,

Quebec, H9R 1B1, CANADA

Tel. 514-697-9150

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FEATURES

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FOR YOUR SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

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Page 1 3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 Tel. 404-279-5600 Western Regional Office 401 West Artesia Boulevard, Compton, California 90220 HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII, INC. 3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819 Tel. 808-836-3621 HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC. 3300 Trans Canada Highway, Pointe Claire, Quebec, H9R 1B1, CANADA Tel.
Page 2: Table Of Contents
FEATURES ... 11 CONTROLS AND FEATURES USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION & ANTENNA SYSTEM ... 19 INTRODUCTION ... 19 CABLE SYSTEMS ... 19 Rabbit ear antenna INSTALLATION CABLE SYSTEM CABLE SYSTEM INFORMATION ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CABLE SYSTEM VCR OPERATION ...
Page 3 Connect the VCR and TV by the procedure shown on pages 11 - 17, and then perform the following. 1. Turn on TV and VCR. 2. Set the TV to channel 3 (or 4). 3. Press GUIDE button on the remote control unit. HELLO I AM HITACHI'S EASY GUIDE SYSTEM SELECT LANGUAGE ENGLISH...
Page 4 FEATURES CLOCK SET TIME --:-- MONTH/DAY/YEAR DATE --/--/-- FILL IN BLINKING SPACE *TO END PRESS GUIDE 6. Press "GUIDE" to return to "original menu".
Page 5 FOR YOUR SAFETY FOR YOUR SAFETY Power supply: AC 120V 60 Hz only The POWER switch switches 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 the plug removed.
Page 6 Two surge suppressor models are available from Hitachi Parts Distributers for U.S.A. only. Model COMBO #1 provides one protected AC receptacle and a set of in/out cable/antenna protection ports. Model COMBO #2 offers four protected AC receptacles, a six foot line cord, master rocker switch and a set of in/out cable/antenna protection ports.
Page 7 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder and accessory equipment.
Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 8 Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the video product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
Page 9 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (cont.) 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna- discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
Page 10 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SERVICE 17 Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 18 Conditions Requiring Service -- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions.
Page 11: Controls And Features
CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROLS AND FEATURES 1. VIDEO IN Receives video signal from a video camera or another VCR. 2. AUDIO IN Receive audio signals from a stereo system or another VCR. AUDIO IN (L) handles the left-channel stereo sound or monaural sound. If you connect an audio source to only AUDIO IN (L), the same sound is recorded on Hi-Fi tracks (L) and (R) in monaural.
Page 12 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Note: Power is turned on automatically when the cassette is loaded. 5. AUDIO DUBBING BUTTON Turns the audio dubbing features on. To turn this feature off, press STOP button. See page 47 for details. 6. VIDEO DUBBING BUTTON Turns the video dubbing features on.
Page 13 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Note: Power may be on or off when removing the cassette. CONTROLS AND FEATURES (cont.) 15. CLOCK DISPLAY Shows the clock and tape counter. 16. STEREO INDICATOR Lights when receiving a stereo broadcast. 17. TIMER INDICATOR Will light when turning power off after programming. 18.
Page 14 CONTROLS AND FEATURES Receives video signal from a video camera or another VCR. 26. AUDIO IN Receives audio signals from a stereo system or another VCR. AUDIO IN (L) handles the left-channel stereo sound or monaural sound. If you connect an audio source to only AUDIO IN (L), the same sound is recorded on Hi-Fi tracks (L) and (R) in monaural.
Page 15 First press this button when operating your Cable Converter with this remote control, and then press the button which corresponds to the function you want. 36. VCR 2 BUTTON Press this button when using another Hitachi VCR and operating the remote control provided to control the two VCRs. 37. LAST CH BUTTON Used to control the TV.
Page 16 CONTROLS AND FEATURES 43. F.ADV BUTTON Press this button during still playback to advance the picture by one frame. Press this button during playback for forward high-speed search that lasts for about 1 minute of playing time, then goes back to normal play mode.
Page 17 CONTROLS AND FEATURES • This VCR cannot record in LP mode, but can play LP recorded tapes. . CLEAR BUTTON Used for programming the timer. And also used for counter reset button. 56. GUIDE BUTTON Press this button to use the easy guide system feature. (See page 2 for details.) 57.
Page 18: Using The Remote Control Unit
CONTROLS AND FEATURES CONTROLS AND FEATURES (cont.) USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES NOTES: 1. Be sure to install two "AA" size batteries before use. 2. Be aware of the polarity. Aim the remote control at the receiver on the front panel of the VCR. NOTES: 1.
Page 19: Installation Introduction & Antenna System
INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION & ANTENNA SYSTEM INSTALLATION INTRODUCTION & ANTENNA SYSTEM INTRODUCTION Place your Video Cassette Recorder (VCR) in a horizontal position on a solid, stable surface near your TV. Connect the VCR AC plug into a non-switched AC outlet. Before you can use your VCR, the TV antenna connection must be moved to the VCR.
Page 20: Installation Cable System
If you need information about other installations, please write to Service at the nearest Hitachi address listed at the back of this manual. The tuning abilities of your VCR and the type of cable service you have will determine what connections can be used. The VCR Tuning Range is listed in the rear of this Manual.
Page 21 INSTALLATION CABLE SYSTEM CAUTION: Only high quality, low loss switches and splitters should be used. All connections must be with shielded Coax cable. If your added connections degrade the performance of Extra Cost channels, all connections should be removed. The circuit of figure C2 should cause least signal loss. If even the circuit of figure C2 is not satisfactory, consult your cable company about installation.
Page 22: Cable System Vcr Operation
INSTALLATION CABLE SYSTEM INSTALLATION CABLE SYSTEM (cont.) CABLE SYSTEM VCR OPERATION Direct Cable Connection When a direct cable connection is used as in figure C1, VCR operation requires no special procedures. Setting VCR Channels For Cable Due to the many channels available on Cable, programming channel memory will require patience. Although the VCR is preset for channels 2 - 13 (air signals), the sequence of channels may be different on cable.
Page 23 INSTALLATION CABLE SYSTEM INSTALLATION CABLE SYSTEM (cont.) Cable Connection Direct or Using Cable Box When using figure C3 with a non-scrambled cable system, the VCR Input Selector Switch No. 1 and the 2 Way Splitter No. 2 can be omitted, along with the coax interconnecting the two. Connecting the VCR Input directly to splitter No.
Page 24: Video Channel Setting
VIDEO CHANNEL SETTING VIDEO CHANNEL SETTING The RF converter changes the video and audio signals from the tuner or tape playback, to a standard television broadcast signal on channel 3 or 4. To obtain video recorder output on either channel 3 or 4, set the RF converter switch to CH3 or 4 whichever channel is unused in your area.
Page 25: Setting The Clock
SETTING THE CLOCK SETTING THE CLOCK Things to know before starting • The clock uses the 12-hour system. (Be aware of AM and PM.) • When you first plug in your VCR, the clock will read "--:--". • While you are setting the clock, the "menu" display on the TV screen will prompt you through the procedures.
Page 26 SETTING THE CLOCK CLOCK SET TIME 02:15 PRESS AM:1 PM:2 MONTH/DAY/YEAR DATE --/--/-- FILL IN BLINKING SPACE *TO END PRESS SETTING THE CLOCK (cont.) 7. Press "1" for AM or "2" for PM. CLOCK SET TIME 02:15 PM MONTH/DAY/YEAR DATE --/--/-- FILL IN BLINKING SPACE *TO END PRESS 8.
Page 27 SETTING THE CLOCK 4 INITIAL SETUP 5 CLOCK SET 6 VCR PLUS SETUP 7 PROBLEM GUIDE *TO END PRESS GUIDE...
Page 28 SETTING THE CLOCK NOTE: Now the display on the VCR will show the correct time. 10. Press GUIDE button once again to return to the TV screen. NOTES: 1. If you input an illogical time or date (13th month for example), question mark (?) will appear. In this case, simply input a correct digit.
Page 29: Channel Tuning
CHANNEL TUNING CHANNEL TUNING The automatic programming feature makes it easy and convenient to program the TV station into the tuner's memory. Automatic programming is usually a "one-time" procedure, but you will need to repeat it if you move to a location that has different channels, or if the power is interrupted for about 30 minutes.
Page 30 CHANNEL TUNING 6. Press button "1" to select "ANT.", "CATV1" or "CATV2". If your VCR is connected to a home antenna system, select "ANT."; select "CATV1" when your VCR is connected to a cable antenna. Switching is performed between "ANT.", "CATV1" and "CATV2" on the TV screen every time button "1" is pressed. INITIAL SETUP 1 ANTENNA/CABLE <CATV1>...
Page 31 CHANNEL TUNING CHANNEL TUNING (cont.) 7. Press "2" button. The tuner will automatically cycle through all available channels in the area and place them in the tuner's memory. It takes about 2 - 3 minutes. The channel number will stop changing when the tuner is finished cycling. Programming is now completed.
Page 32 CHANNEL TUNING 3. Select the channel number by pressing buttons "0" through "9". (Press "0" and then "8" for channel 8.) Press the PLAY button to add channels and the STOP button to erase channels. Perform the same procedure to add or erase other channel numbers. CH 08 ADD OR ERASE CHANNEL SELECT CHANNEL...
Page 33: Vcr Function Setting
VCR FUNCTION SETTING VCR FUNCTION SETTING You can change the VCR mode as required using the "EASY GUIDE SYSTEM MENU". 1. Turn on the power of both the VCR and TV. 2. Be sure that the TV is set to the video channel (3 or 4). 3.
Page 34 *TO END PRESS VCR 1: Normally select this "VCR1". VCR 2: Select "VCR2" when you are using another Hitachi VCR and operate the two VCRs using the remote control unit provided with this VCR. Note: After you have selected "VCR2", press the VCR2 button and then perform the following operations;...
Page 35 VCR FUNCTION SETTING VCR FUNCTION SETTING (cont.) AUDIO PLAYBACK SELECTION Press "6" to change INITIAL SETUP 1 ANTENNA/CABLE <ANT.> 2 AUTO CHANNEL SETTING 3 ADD OR ERASE CHANNEL 4 VCR CODING 5 MOVIE RETURN 6 AUDIO PLAYBACK <HIFI> 7 STEREO/MONO 8 SECOND AUDIO *TO END PRESS You can switch the sound output from the AUDIO OUT jack during playback.
Page 36 VCR FUNCTION SETTING 2 AUTO CHANNEL SETTING 3 ADD OR ERASE CHANNEL 4 VCR CODING 5 MOVIE RETURN 6 AUDIO PLAYBACK <HIFI> 7 STEREO/MONO 8 SECOND AUDIO *TO END PRESS Some TV stations broadcast another sound channel along with selected stereo programs called the SAP (Second Audio Program).
Page 37: Connection With A/V Tv
CONNECTION WITH A/V TV CONNECTION WITH A/V TV If your TV has audio/video input jacks, connect it to this VCR as follows; you can enjoy better a picture and sound. Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown on pages 11 - 17 and then perform the following connection.
Page 38: Cassette Tapes
CASSETTE TAPES CASSETTE TAPES Insertion and removal of cassettes Insertion 1. Insert the cassette. Notes: • When the cassette is loaded, power is turned on automatically and TAPE-IN indicator Removal 1. Press STOP/EJECT button. 2. Remove the cassette. Types of video cassette Use video cassettes with the in recording time of cassettes.
Page 39: Recording Tv Programs
RECORDING TV PROGRAMS RECORDING TV PROGRAMS 1. If you wish to view a program being recorded, turn on TV and select the channel 3 or 4 for your video channel. 2. Insert cassette. VCR power is turned on automatically. Note: Whenever you change the mode, the new mode is displayed on the TV screen automatically for about a few seconds.
Page 40 RECORDING TV PROGRAMS RECORDING TV PROGRAMS (cont.) To record one program while viewing another You can record one program while viewing another by setting the VCR for recording, then setting the VCR/TV select button to "TV", and selecting the desired channel on your TV. To change the channel to be recorded while in record mode During recording, the channel lock function operates and channel cannot be changed if the CHANNEL select button is pressed.
Page 41 RECORDING TV PROGRAMS INITIAL SETUP 1 ANTENNA/CABLE <ANT.> 2 AUTO CHANNEL SETTING 3 ADD OR ERASE CHANNEL 4 VCR CODING 5 MOVIE RETURN 6 AUDIO PLAYBACK <HIFI> 7 STEREO/MONO 8 SECOND AUDIO *TO END PRESS Counter memory function This is useful if there is a section of tape you want to view immediately after recording or you want to return to the same point several times.
Page 42: Instant Recording
INSTANT RECORDING INSTANT RECORDING Instant Recording Timer (IRT) allows you to make simplified timer recording without using the program timer. Be sure that clock is set to the correct time before IRT. 1. Follow the steps 1 through 6 on "RECORDING TV PROGRAM" on page 25. 2.
Page 43: Playback
PLAYBACK PLAYBACK 1. Insert the cassette. VCR power is turned on automatically. 2. Turn the TV on and select the video channel. 3. Press the PLAY button. 4. Press the STOP button to stop playback. Auto Tracking When playback is started, the auto tracking function operates and adjusts tracking automatically so the picture is optimized.
Page 44 PLAYBACK Visual search This allows you to view the picture from a recorded tape at high speed in both the forward and reverse direction. Press the button again (or press PLAY) to return to normal playback. Note: The playback picture will have some noise in the visual search mode. Slow playback When you press SLOW SPEED buttons (- or +) during playback, the tape will be played back at a speed about 5 to 30 times slower than the normal speed.
Page 45 PLAYBACK PLAYBACK (cont.) Linear Time Counter The counter on the TV screen or in the VCR display shows length of tape run in hours, minutes and seconds. Load a cassette into the VCR and perform recording or playback; the counter indicates the elapsed time. Notes: •...
Page 46 PLAYBACK SET GO-TO TIME TIME 0:32 PRESS F.FWD TO START PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT *TO END PRESS 3. Press the REW button to search the scene 32 minutes before the present position or the F.FWD button to search the scene 32 minutes after it. The tape is rewound or fast forwarded to the position 32 minutes before or after, and then playback starts.
Page 47: Playback Using Shuttle Ring
PLAYBACK USING SHUTTLE RING PLAYBACK USING SHUTTLE RING Use the shuttle ring allows many different kinds of playback; slow-motion play, normal play, double-speed play, forward search, reverse slow-motion play, reverse play, reverse double-speed play and reverse search. Note: If the shuttle ring is operated in the stop mode, the VCR enters the fast forward or rewind mode. How to use the shuttle ring If the shuttle ring is turned during playback, turning the ring to the positions indicated gives those special effects.
Page 48: Vcr Plus + Feature
VCR Plus + FEATURE • Numbers indicate tape speeds with normal play as 1. * The slow-motion or reverse slow-motion speed responds to the extent to which the slow speed buttons on the remote control are adjusted. NOTES: • The picture may have noise, streaking or other distortion when it changes. •...
Page 49 VCR Plus + FEATURE * VCR Plus+ and Plus Code are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
Page 50 VCR Plus + FEATURE VCR Plus+ FEATURE (cont.) Connection A Direct connection from either home antenna or cable-TV that does not require a cable box. Details are on pages 10-11 for a home antenna and pages 13-14 for cable-TV. Connection B Cable-TV connection that requires cable box for all channels.
Page 51: Vcr Plus+ Set Up For Connection A
VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION A VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION A Channel set-up using a home antenna If you have a home antenna connected to your VCR, refer to the TV listings in your local newspaper, etc. to make sure your broadcast channels match the VCR Plus+ channels.
Page 52 VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION A VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION A (cont.) 4. Press the CHANNEL select button so the arrow points to the CHANNEL column next to WCFC (Ind.) VCR Plus+ channel 3. VCR PLUS SETUP VCR+ CH CHANNEL PRESS CHANNEL...
Page 53 VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION A 1. Make sure the channels are correctly tuned as shown on pages 20 and 21.
Page 54 VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION A VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION A (cont.) 2. Press the GUIDE button to display the menu, as illustrated, on the TV screen. SELECT NUMBER 1 VCR PLUS RECORDING 2 DELAYED RECORDING 3 PROGRAM REVIEW 4 INITIAL SETUP 5 CLOCK SET 6 VCR PLUS SETUP...
Page 55: Vcr Plus+ Set Up For Connection B
VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION B Notes: • If you enter a wrong number, press the CLEAR button, then enter the correct number. • Repeat steps 4 and 5 to assign all cable-TV channels to the VCR Plus+ channels as required. 7.
Page 56: Vcr Plus+ Set Up For Connection C
VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION C ENTER OUTPUT CHANNEL OF THE CABLE BOX EITHER CHANNEL 03 OR 04 *TO END PRESS Note: If the cable box's output channel is 02, 05 or 06, press the number buttons to select the channel. 6.
Page 57 VCR Plus+ SET UP FOR CONNECTION C VCR PLUS SETUP VCR+ CH PRESS CHANNEL ( OR ) *TO END PRESS 5. Press "0", then "3". • Enter the cable box's output channel. VCR PLUS SETUP VCR+ CH PRESS CHANNEL ( OR ) *TO END PRESS Notes: •...
Page 58: Vcr Plus Recording
VCR Plus+ RECORDING VCR Plus+ RECORDING Correctly perform VCR Plus+ set-up, referring to pages 31 and 32 before programming your VCR for a VCR Plus+ recording. 1. Insert a cassette with erase prevention tab in place. 2. Press the GUIDE button to display the menu on the TV screen. SELECT NUMBER 1 VCR PLUS RECORDING 2 DELAYED RECORDING...
Page 59 VCR Plus+ RECORDING Note: If you enter a wrong number, press the CLEAR button, then re-enter the correct number. 5. Press the GUIDE button to store the Plus Code number in VCR memory. VCR PLUS RECORDING ENTER PLUS CODE NUMBER (FROM TV LISTING) 12345678 INVALID ENTRY...
Page 60 VCR Plus+ RECORDING VCR Plus+ RECORDING (cont.) 6. Press one button "1" - "3" to select the program mode. • The screen displays the information on timer recording programmed by the Plus Code number you have entered. • To change the recording speed, press the TAPE SPEED button. Notes: Programming is not complete unless program mode is selected.
Page 61: Timer Recording
TIMER RECORDING TIMER RECORDING The programmable electronic clock/timer permits the unattended recording of up to 8 preselected programs, including one program on the same day of each week or one program at the same time every day. 1. Insert the Cassette. 2.
Page 62 TIMER RECORDING TIMER RECORDING (cont.) 4. Press the GUIDE button until the "menu", as illustrated, appears on the TV. SELECT NUMBER 1 VCR PLUS RECORDING 2 DELAYED RECORDING 3 PROGRAM REVIEW 4 INITIAL SETUP 5 CLOCK SET 6 VCR PLUS SETUP 7 PROBLEM GUIDE *TO END PRESS 5.
Page 63 TIMER RECORDING START TIME --:-- END TIME --:-- START DATE --/--/-- TAPE SPEED EP FILL IN BLINKING SPACE PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT *TO END PRESS 7. Press two digits for the channel to be recorded (for example, "0" "4" for channel 4). PROGRAM 1 <ONE TIME>...
Page 64 TIMER RECORDING Note: Always press "0" before a single digit hour and minute. 9. Press "1" for AM or "2" for PM. PROGRAM 1 <ONE TIME> CH 04 START TIME 06:00 PM END TIME --:-- START DATE --/--/-- TAPE SPEED EP FILL IN BLINKING SPACE PRESS CLEAR...
Page 65 TIMER RECORDING TIMER RECORDING (cont.) 10. Press four digits, two for the hour and two more for a minute (for example, "0" "7" "3" "0" for 7:30). PROGRAM 1 <ONE TIME> CH 04 START TIME 06:00 PM PRESS TAPE SPEED END TIME 07:30 PM START DATE 12/20/92 SUN TAPE SPEED EP...
Page 66: Recalling The Program
RECALLING THE PROGRAM RECALLING THE PROGRAM 1. Follow Steps 1 through 4 of "Programming the timer for unattended recording" on pages 40 and 41. SELECT NUMBER 1 VCR PLUS RECORDING 2 DELAYED RECORDING 3 PROGRAM REVIEW 4 INITIAL SETUP 5 CLOCK SET 6 VCR PLUS SETUP 7 PROBLEM GUIDE *TO END PRESS...
Page 67: Clearing ("Erasing") Information From A Program 3
CLEARING ("ERASING") INFORMATION FROM A PROGRAM 3 CLEARING ("ERASING") INFORMATION FROM A PROGRAM 3 1. Follow Steps 1 through 4 of "Programming the timer for unattended recording" on pages 40 and 41. 2. Press "3" button (Program Review). 3. Press "3" again if you want to view the next program information immediately. 4.
Page 68: Program Priority
PROGRAM PRIORITY PROGRAM PRIORITY Example 1: When the program start time is the same among the programs on the same day, they are recorded in the order of Program 1, 2, 3 -- 8. 7:00AM - 8:00AM for Program 1 8:00AM - 9:00AM for Program 2 9:00AM - 10:00AM for Program 3 10:00AM - 11:00AM for Program 4...
Page 69: Recording From Another Vcr
RECORDING FROM ANOTHER VCR RECORDING FROM ANOTHER VCR Recording from another VCR hookup illustration 1. Connect Video Out/Audio Out of VCR1 to Video In/Audio In of VCR2. 2. Press the AVX button of VCR2 so as to have L1 (Line 1) indicator lights in the display. 3.
Page 70: Using As An Audio Deck
USING AS AN AUDIO DECK USING AS AN AUDIO DECK CONNECTIONS In order to record and play stereo audio with a stereo system, the amplifier or receiver must have an unused set of tape record (L and R) jacks and tape play (L and R) jacks. Some systems have a set of tape jacks for two tape decks, other systems have jacks for only one deck.
Page 71 USING AS AN AUDIO DECK Note: For operation of your stereo system, see its operation manual. To use the unit as an audio deck Hi-Fi sound can be enjoyed using this VCR as an audio deck when connected to an audio system. 1.
Page 72: Audio Dubbing
AUDIO DUBBING AUDIO DUBBING Audio dubbing hookup illustration Audio dubbing is the process of recording new audio in place of the audio that was formerly recorded on the linear audio track. Audio dubbing does not disturb the recorded video and it does not disturb the audio that was formerly recorded on the VHS Hi-Fi track.
Page 73: Video Dubbing
VIDEO DUBBING VIDEO DUBBING Video dubbing hookup illustration Video dubbing is the process of recording new video on a tape in place if existing video. It erases the former video and it also erases the audio recorded on the VHS Hi-Fi track. It does not affect the audio formerly recorded on the linear track.
Page 74: Program Easy Edit
PROGRAM EASY EDIT Note: Make sure the recording VCR is in the line mode. 4. Press the PAUSE button on the playback VCR to start copying the tape. Both VCR's will start together. 5. Press the PAUSE button again when you want to stop copying the tape. Both VCR's will enter the pause mode.
Page 75 PROGRAM EASY EDIT PROGRAM EASY EDIT (cont.) Preparations • Connect playback VCR (this VCR) to record VCR and TV. See page 50. • Prepare the playback VCR (this VCR) as follows. • Insert recorded cassette. • Play tape a little to adjust tracking. •...
Page 76 PROGRAM EASY EDIT PROGRAM EASY EDIT (cont.) 4. After you have located the beginning of the program you want to copy, press the EDIT button on the remote control. The "START" is replaced with the current time counter reading, and the flashing cursor moves to the "END"...
Page 77: How To Operate Your Tv Or Cable Converter By Using The Remote Control Unit
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR TV OR CABLE CONVERTER BY USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT • To correct the end point, for example, reprogram the end point using the procedures in step 5 on page HOW TO OPERATE YOUR TV OR CABLE CONVERTER BY USING THE REMOTE CONTROL UNIT This remote control unit is designed to operate 13 different types of TV's and 7 different types of cable converters.
Page 78 • When you want to operate the VCR with this remote control after operating the TV, first press the VCR1 button and then press the button which corresponds to the VC function you want. Click to see original chart in manual Types of TV Press TV and... Hitachi Sony Magnavox Sanyo Gold Star 1...
Page 79: Head Cleaning
HEAD CLEANING HEAD CLEANING • Picture playback may become blurred or be interrupted while the TV program received is clear. This does not mean that the recorded program has been erased. (See figure below.) Example of playback with dirty video heads •...
Page 80: Periodic Maintenance
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PERIODIC MAINTENANCE The VCR is a precision electromechanical device which will require periodic maintenance after a period of normal use. We expect that no maintenance other than head cleaning will be required during the warranty period by most users, unless the VCR is heavily used or seldom used. Normal maintenance is the responsibility of the user, although defective parts are covered during the warranty period.
Page 81: Problem Guide
PROBLEM GUIDE PROBLEM GUIDE PROBLEM No power. Timer recording is not possible. REC mode cannot be engaged. Picture is poor on playback. No picture on playback. Playback picture is partially noisy. TV program cannot be recorded or cannot be seen. TV cannot be operated.
Page 82 PROBLEM GUIDE NOTE: Mechanical sound is slightly heard when the stop mode (with a cassette loaded in the VCR) continues for more than 5 minutes. This does not indicate a fault. This means that the tape protection mechanism in the VCR is operating.
Page 83: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS Recording: Video: Cassette: Heads: Tape Speed: Tape Width: RF Output: RF Input: Tuning Range: Video Input: Video Output: Audio Input Audio Output Video Recording S/N: Horizontal Resolution: Audio Response: Audio S/N: Hi-Fi Audio: Frequency Range: Dynamic Range: Wow and Flutter: Power Input: Power Consumption: Cabinet Size:...
Page 84: Accessories Parts Numbers (For U.s.a. Only)
ACCESSORIES PARTS NUMBERS (For U.S.A. only) For information about how to obtain these accessories, please call TOLL FREE 1-800-448-2244 for your nearest Hitachi Authorized Parts Distributor in the continental United States. For ALASKA and HAWAII, please contact the nearest Hitachi Regional office.

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