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• 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.
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. 2. Retain Instructions Keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference.
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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 For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when product is left unattended...
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 Auto Setup System (Clock & Tuner) SpeakEZ Function Easy Watch Playback 4-Heads (Special Video Effects) Full Load/Quick Start Auto Head Cleaner MTS Hi-Fi Stereo Audio System...
Connections for your VCR Required connections for your VCR. Connections Without a Cable Box Back Panel of Stereo VCR AUX 1 R-AUDIO-L VIDEO VHF/UHF/CATV CH3 CH4 This cable is provided with your VCR. Connections With a Cable Box Back Panel of Stereo VCR CH3 CH4 Back Panel of Typical Cable Box...
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 Stereo VCR AUX 1 R-AUDIO-L VIDEO...
Before you operate your VCR Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. PROGRAM CLOCK MENU MONTH : AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): START : MANUAL CLOCK SET : STOP CHANNEL : SPEED REPEAT: ( 1 - 8 ) to select program Press number keys QUIT = exit ENTER to adjust program...
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SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is recommended.) See the AUDIO Menu for details. SpeakEZ only functions with ENGLISH. WALL SWITCH 120V, 60Hz POWER OUTLET TYPICAL ZENITH VCR aux 2 video l - audio - r TIMER Tune TV to CH3 CH4 CH3 CH4 Ch.3...
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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 (Optional) Select English, Spanish, or French for VCR menus and status displays. See the LANGUAGE SELECT option on the SETUP menu for details.
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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 Channels (Optional) Use CH. ADD/DEL to change the list of active channels found when using AUTO PROGRAM, so you can list your favorites.
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 Stop/Eject Easy Watch Button...
P A G E 1 4 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. A Cassette is in the VCR VCR is Recording VCR functions are available and...
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 M-1:35:45...
ADJ (Adjust) ( ) — Adjusts tape playback tracking while in VCR mode. Use to change status of Zenith TV menu options while in TV mode. CH ( / ) — Channel Selectors. Also selects AUX A/V input channel.
If you are using Zenith products, the remote comes programmed for the most commonly used codes. For other brands — or if your remote fails to control your Zenith product — you will have to program the remote. Follow these steps for each product: 1.
P A G E 1 8 O P E R AT I O N Playback Jog-Shuttle operation Playback Jog-Shuttle Operation (For Special Video Effects) Keys Used for Special Effects cbl/ power tv dvd PLAY for normal play Playback speed PAUSE for Still stop Playback pause...
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.
P A G E 2 0 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 Press 2 CLOCK :...
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. AUTO PROGRAM Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR’s memory for access by CH ( / ).
P A G E 2 2 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.
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. Zenith Stereo VCR CHANNEL VCR Output to TV...
P A G E 2 4 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 aux 2 video l - audio - r A/V cable is not provided with VCR.
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 been removed from the cassette case. For example, most rental movies have no safety tab. Simply insert the prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR.
P A G E 2 6 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.
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 tape or you press STOP to stop recording. Turn TV and VCR on. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator light appears in the VCR front panel.
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P A G E 2 8 O P E R AT I O N Instant Recording Recording using preset time periods. Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording. Note: Preset recording time counts down until the recording time is over. Instant (attended) Timer Recording (ITR) lets you record for a specific preset time period, instead of recording until the end of tape is reached.
Instant Recording Recording one show while watching another. Note: If you have a cable box connected to your VCR, you cannot record one show and watch another. Choose the show you wish to record using the VCR’s channel selector. Choose the show you wish to watch using the TV’s channel selector.
P A G E 3 0 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. SpeakEZ Press 2 CLOCK : TIMER SETUP : AUDIO :...
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 single button later.
P A G E 3 2 T R O U B L E S H O OT I N G 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.
Troubleshooting Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. Observed Condition Some channels are skipped over when using CH ( / ). Picture and sound are weak or missing. Observed Condition Camcorder image is not shown. Camcorder image via A/V input to VCR is not shown on TV screen.
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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 Zenith approved service center for cleaning.
Specifications GENERAL Head System Power Source Power Consumption Dimensions (WxHxD) Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Timer Weight Tape Speed Tape Width Maximum Recording Time Rewind Time TUNER Antenna VHF Output Signal Channel Coverage VIDEO Video Signal System Input Output Signal to Noise Ratio AUDIO FM audio Frequency Range...
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Read your Operating Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer controls. Carry-In Service The video product must be taken to a U.S. or Canadian Zenith authorized service center for warranty service and must be picked up by the owner. TV Set Performance It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the TV receiver with which the video product is used, and the associated antenna...