Go Video VCR DDV9355 User Manual

DDV9355  
USER’S GUIDE  
With  
• Multi-Brand Remote Control  
• 4-Head VCR x 4-Head VCR  
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WARNING:  
CAUTION:  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not  
expose this appliance to rain or moisture. Do not open  
the cabinet; dangerous high voltage is present. Refer  
servicing to qualified personnel only. This video  
cassette recorder should only be used with 120V, 60Hz  
(standard U.S. household) current.  
To prevent fire, shock hazard, or annoying interference, use only the recommended accessories.  
To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle, or other  
outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.  
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the unit cover or back. There are no serviceable parts  
inside. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.  
Federal law provides severe civil and criminal penal-  
ties for the unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or  
exhibition of copyrighted motion pictures and video-  
tapes. (Title 17, United States Code, Sections 501  
and 506).  
CUIDADO:  
Para prevenir incendio, riesgo de choque, o interferencia enfadosa, use solamente los accesorios  
recomendados.  
Para prevenir electrochoque, no use este enchufe (polarizado) con un cordón de extensión, toma de  
corriente, o cualquier otra toma a menos que los dientes puedan ser completamente insertados para  
prevenir exposición de los dientes.  
USER/INSTALLER CAUTION:  
Your authority to operate this FCC certified equipment  
could be voided if you make changes or modifications  
not expressly approved by the manufacturer, who is  
responsible for compliance with Part 15 FCC rules.  
Para reducir el riesgo de descarga eléctrica, no remueva la cubierta o la parte posterior del VCR. Dentro  
del VCR no hay partes que requieren servicio. Diríjase solamente a personal calificado cuando requiera  
servicio.  
ATTENTION:  
NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:  
Pour éviter les incendis, risque de chocs, ou interférences fâcheuses, employer seulement les accessoires  
recommandés.  
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system  
installers attention to Article 820-40 of the National  
Electronic Code that 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 cable entry as  
practical.  
Pour éviter les chocs électriques, ne pas employer cette prise (polarisée) avec une rallonge, une prise de  
courant ou une autre sortie de courant à moins que les lames peuvent être insérées à fond pour  
l’exposition des lames.  
Pour réduire les risques de chocs électriques, ne pas retirer le couvercle ou l'arrière du module. Il n'y a  
pas de pièce utilisable à l'intérieur. Ne faire effectuer l'entretien que par un personnel qualifié.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to  
the presence of uninsulated dangerous  
voltage within the products enclosure that  
may be of sufficient magnitude to consti-  
tute risk of fire or electric shock.  
This symbol is intended to alert the user to  
the presence of important operating and  
maintenance instructions in the literature  
accompanying this product.  
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Table of Contents  
Safety v  
Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................................. v  
1 - Basic Connections 1  
First Things First.................................................................................................................................................................. 1  
Connect Antenna/Basic Cable ............................................................................................................................................ 2  
2 - Initial Settings 5  
Auto Setup .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5  
Set Language Manually....................................................................................................................................................... 6  
Set Clock Manually ............................................................................................................................................................ 7  
Set Daylight Savings Time .................................................................................................................................................. 9  
Set Time Zone ................................................................................................................................................................... 10  
Set Auto Clock Set Channel .............................................................................................................................................. 11  
3 - The Dual-Deck System 13  
Remote Control Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 13  
Front Panel Overview ....................................................................................................................................................... 15  
Front Panel Auxiliary Input ............................................................................................................................................... 16  
Front Panel Display .......................................................................................................................................................... 17  
Front Panel Display Settings ............................................................................................................................................. 18  
Child Lock ........................................................................................................................................................................ 19  
Remote Eject..................................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Main Menu Tree ............................................................................................................................................................... 21  
Setup Menu Tree ............................................................................................................................................................... 22  
Menu Navigation - Remote Control.................................................................................................................................. 23  
Menu Navigation - Front Panel ........................................................................................................................................ 24  
Reset Factory Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 25  
On-Screen Display Overview ........................................................................................................................................... 26  
On-Screen Display Elements ............................................................................................................................................ 27  
On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings ................................................................................................................................... 28  
Go-Video is a registered trademark of  
Sensory Science Corporation. Copy  
Tape, Video Sequencing, and Dual-  
Deck VCR are trademarks of Sensory  
Science Corporation. All other brand  
and product names are trademarks or  
registered trademarks of their  
respective companies.  
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4 - Tuner & Channel List 29  
Tuner Band ....................................................................................................................................................................... 29  
Auto Channel Search ........................................................................................................................................................ 30  
Add Channel .................................................................................................................................................................... 31  
Remove Channel .............................................................................................................................................................. 32  
Show Weak Channels ....................................................................................................................................................... 33  
5 - Copy Features 35  
Basic Copying................................................................................................................................................................... 35  
EZ Copy ............................................................................................................................................................................ 36  
Copy Mode ....................................................................................................................................................................... 37  
Speed Matching ................................................................................................................................................................ 38  
Copy Audio Insert ............................................................................................................................................................. 39  
6 - Playback Features 41  
Basic Playback.................................................................................................................................................................. 41  
Special Playback Features ................................................................................................................................................ 42  
Tracking ............................................................................................................................................................................ 43  
Sequential/Loop Playback ................................................................................................................................................ 44  
Auto Play/Rewind ............................................................................................................................................................. 45  
7 - Recording Features 47  
Basic Recording ................................................................................................................................................................ 47  
Recording Options ........................................................................................................................................................... 48  
One-Touch Recording (OTR) ............................................................................................................................................ 49  
Record Speed ................................................................................................................................................................... 50  
Record Source .................................................................................................................................................................. 51  
Sequential/Loop Recording............................................................................................................................................... 52  
Date/Time Stamp .............................................................................................................................................................. 53  
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8 - Timer Recording 55  
How to Set a Timer Recording .......................................................................................................................................... 55  
Timer Recording Errors ..................................................................................................................................................... 60  
9 - Editing Features 61  
8-Scene Editor .................................................................................................................................................................. 61  
Sync Editing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 64  
How to Cut Commercials with Skip Edit........................................................................................................................... 66  
On-Screen Titler ............................................................................................................................................................... 67  
Recording Titler Message .................................................................................................................................................. 68  
10 - Search/Index Features 69  
Overview .......................................................................................................................................................................... 69  
Placing Index Marks ......................................................................................................................................................... 70  
Index Scan ........................................................................................................................................................................ 71  
Index Search ..................................................................................................................................................................... 72  
Blank Search ..................................................................................................................................................................... 73  
Direct Time Search ........................................................................................................................................................... 74  
Return to 0:00:00 ............................................................................................................................................................. 75  
11 - Advanced Connections 77  
Cable Box Hookup ........................................................................................................................................................... 77  
Audio Connections ........................................................................................................................................................... 79  
TV Monitor Connections .................................................................................................................................................. 80  
Connecting Other Video Equipment ................................................................................................................................. 81  
Appendix A - Multi-Brand Remote Setup 83  
Multi-Brand Remote Setup ............................................................................................................................................... 83  
Multi-Brand Remote Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 84  
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Appendix B - Help 85  
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) ................................................................................................................................. 85  
Technical Specifications ................................................................................................................................................... 90  
Dual-Deck VCR Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................................... 91  
Index 93  
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Safety  
Important Safety Instructions  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
5.  
READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the unit is operated.  
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.  
HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.  
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS - All operating and maintenance instructions should be followed.  
CLEANING - Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a dry cloth for  
dusting cabinet.  
6.  
7.  
ATTACHMENTS - Do not use attachments not recommended by the video product manufacturer, as they may be hazardous.  
WATER & MOISTURE - Do not use this video unit near water—for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a  
wet basement, near a swimming pool or the like.  
8.  
ACCESSORIES - Do not place this video unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table. The video unit may fall, causing serious  
injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the unit. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket or table recommended by the  
manufacturer or sold with the video unit. Any mounting of the unit should follow the manufacturers instructions and should use a  
mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.  
8a. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the  
appliance and cart combination to overturn.  
9.  
VENTILATION - Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video unit and to  
protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. Never place your VCR on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar  
surface, on or near a radiator or heat register. This video unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack  
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturers instructions have been adhered to.  
10. POWER SOURCES - This video unit should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are  
not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For video units intended to be  
operated from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.  
11. GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION - This video unit may be equipped with either a polarized 2-wire AC line plug (a plug having one  
blade wider than the other) or a 3-wire grounding plug having a third (grounding) pin.  
The 2-wire polarized plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully  
into the outlet try reversing the plug. If the plug still fails to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the  
safety purpose of the polarized plug.  
12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items  
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords of plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from  
the unit.  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
(Symbol provided by RETAC)  
13. OUTDOOR ANTENNA GROUNDING - If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video unit, be sure the antenna or  
cable system is grounded to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section 810 of the National  
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-1984, 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. See figure below.  
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14. LIGHTNING - For added protection of this video unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods  
of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the video unit due to  
lightning and power line surges.  
15. POWER LINES - An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power  
circuits, where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to  
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.  
16. OVERLOADING - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in the risk of fire or electric shock.  
17. OBJECTS AND LIQUIDS - Never push objects  
of any kind into this video unit through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire  
or electric shock. Never spill liquids of any kind onto the unit. Should spillage occur, unplug unit and have it checked by a technician  
before use.  
18. SERVICING - Do not attempt to service this video unit yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to a dangerous voltage or  
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
19. DAMAGE REQUIRING SERVICE - Unplug this video unit from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b. If any liquid has been spilled onto or objects have fallen into the video unit.  
c. If the video unit has been exposed to rain or water.  
d. If the video unit does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by  
the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a  
qualified technician to restore the video unit to its normal operation.  
e. If the video unit has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.  
f. When the video unit exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates  
a need for service.  
20. REPLACEMENT PARTS - When replacement parts are required, be sure the  
service technician has used replacement parts specified by the  
manufacturer or those having the same characteristics as the original  
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock  
or other hazards.  
21. SAFETY CHECK - Upon completion of any service or repairs to  
this video unit ask the service technician to perform safety  
checks to determine that the video unit is in safe operating  
order.  
22. HEAT - This video unit should be situated away from heat  
sources such as radiators, stoves, or other products (including  
amplifiers) that produce heat.  
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1 - Basic Connections  
First Things First  
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Unpack your Dual-Deck VCR  
As you unpack, please check that the following  
items are included in your Dual-Deck VCR  
packing case:  
Deck  
Deck  
Power  
Copy Tape  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
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Remove the battery cover by pushing down and  
sliding the cover in the direction of the arrow.  
Insert 2 “AA” batteries as shown, paying atten-  
tion to the correct polarities (+/–). When fin-  
ished, replace the cover.  
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Connect Antenna/Basic Cable  
Follow these steps only if you  
IN  
Connect Antenna/Cable to VCR  
(FROM ANT.)  
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are using an indoor/outdoor  
antenna or basic cable. If you  
have a:  
• Cable Box  
• Stereo Receiver  
• TV Monitor  
Connect the RF antenna cable from your  
indoor/outdoor antenna or cable wall outlet  
to the IN (FROM ANT.) jack on the back  
panel of the VCR.  
LINE  
OUT  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
OUT  
RF  
(TO TV)  
CH  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
3
4
• Third VCR  
Laserdisc Player  
• DVD Player  
• Camcorder  
• Satellite Receiver  
Video Game  
Connect VCR to TV  
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IN  
(FROM ANT.)  
Connect the supplied RF cable from the  
OUT (TO TV) jack on the back panel of the  
VCR to your televisions ANTENNA IN jack.  
To TV  
LINE  
OUT  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
OUT  
RF  
(TO TV)  
...or other advanced connection,  
please refer to Chapter 12.  
CH  
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Set VCR Output Channel  
3
CH  
Set the channel switch on the back panel of  
the VCR to 3 or 4, whichever is not an  
active channel in your area.  
3
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Plug In VCR  
4
Connect the VCR power cord to a standard  
120V/60Hz wall outlet.  
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Turn On VCR  
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Press the Power button on the remote control  
or on the VCR’s front panel.  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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TV  
Power  
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SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
Turn On TV  
Press the power button on your TV.  
ON  
Tune TV to Channel 3 or 4  
Be sure to select the same channel you used in  
Step 3.  
CH3/4  
LANGUAGE / LANGUE / IDIOMA  
1English  
2 : Français  
3 : Español  
Basic Connection is Complete!  
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The Set Language menu will appear on your  
television screen. Please proceed with Auto  
Setup in Chapter 2.  
Select = 1 - 3  
Choisir = 1 - 3  
Elegir = 1 - 3  
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2 - Initial Settings  
Auto Setup  
The first time you power on  
your Dual-Deck VCR, you will  
be prompted to select English,  
French, or Spanish for the on-  
screen menu system. Then the  
VCR will automatically search  
for channels and set the VCR’s  
internal clock.  
Set Language  
LANGUAGE / LANGUE / IDIOMA  
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2 : Français  
3 : Español  
Press 1, 2, or 3 to select English, French, or Spanish. To  
change the language at any other time, see page 6.  
SLOW  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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Select = 1 - 3  
Choisir = 1 - 3  
Elegir = 1 - 3  
SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
Run Auto Setup  
As soon as you set the language, the VCR will automati-  
cally perform the following steps:  
Auto Channel Search — Automatically detects  
whether you have an antenna or cable, then searches  
for all active channels. If Auto Setup is unable to  
locate channels in your area, you can search and add  
channels manually; see page 30.  
Searching for Channels  
And Setting Clock  
Auto Clock Set — Sets the VCRs internal clock. If  
Auto Setup is unable to find a clock set channel in  
your area, you can set the clock manually; see page 7.  
Please Wait . . .  
This procedure may take a few minutes to complete.  
When finished, it will tune the VCR to the lowest  
channel found.  
Auto Setup is Complete!  
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Proceed to Chapter 3 for an overview of the Dual-Deck  
System.  
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Set Language Manually  
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language at any time, follow  
these steps.  
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Open “Main Menu”  
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On  
Off  
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Child Lock  
Timer Recording  
8-Scene Edit List  
Setup Titler Message  
Language/Langue/Idioma  
To Move  
MENU to Quit  
Hold MENU Key For Setup  
MENU  
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Press the menu button on the remote  
control.  
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To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Select On-Screen Language  
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On  
Off  
Press 6 to choose English, French, or  
Spanish. Each time you press the button,  
the entire Main Menu will be translated  
into English, French or Spanish.  
Child Lock  
Timer Recording  
8-Scene Edit List  
Setup Titler Message  
Language/Langue/Idioma  
To Move  
MENU to Quit  
Hold MENU Key For Setup  
SLOW  
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TV  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
English  
MENU PRINCIPAL  
Copie facile  
Contrôle d'enfant  
Enreg. programmable  
Montage de 8 scènes  
Titres à l'écran  
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Language/Langue/Idioma  
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MENU = Fin  
MENU pendant 3s  
= Changer  
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Réglages  
French  
MENU PRINCIPAL  
Copiar fácilmente  
Seguridad de niños  
Grabación programada  
Montaje de 8 escenas  
Títulos de crédito  
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MENU = Salir  
MENU por seg. Ajustes  
= Elegir  
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Spanish  
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Set Clock Manually  
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If Auto Clock Set is not avail-  
able in your area, follow these  
steps to set the clock manually.  
If Auto Clock Set has set the  
time incorrectly, try adjusting  
Daylight Savings Time (page 9)  
and Time Zone (page 10)  
before setting the clock  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Open “Setup Menu”  
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Press and hold the Menu button for 3  
seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Select “Set Clock”  
Press 1.  
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SET CLOCK MENU  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
POWER  
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On  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
SLOW  
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VCR  
TV  
Clock Set Channel  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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To Move  
MENU to Quit  
To Select  
SHUTTLE  
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Turn Off “Auto Clock Set”  
SET CLOCK MENU  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Set Clock  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
On  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
1
2
3
Off  
Auto  
:
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MENU  
Clock Set Channel  
Press the right arrow key once.  
SET CLOCK MENU  
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1
2
Auto Clock Set  
Off  
Auto  
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To Move  
MENU to
Daylight Savings  
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To Move  
MENU to Quit  
To Select  
3
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Set Clock  
DECK1  
DECK2  
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To Move To Select  
MENU to Quit  
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SET CLOCK MENU  
Choose “Set Clock”  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Set Clock  
Off  
Auto  
*Note that the Set Clock Menu  
changes when you turn Auto  
Clock Set “On” or “Off.”  
MENU  
/
Press the down arrow key until “Set Clock”  
is selected, then press the right arrow key to  
select.  
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To Move To Select  
MENU to Quit  
/
DECK1  
DECK2  
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compliant with the calendar  
year 2000. Note that the year  
2000 is a leap year.  
Use the number keys or the up/down arrow  
keys to set each of the following items. To  
skip an item, press the right arrow key:  
Set Month Enter the month as a 2-digit  
number; e.g. January = “01”  
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Set Year Enter the year as a 2-digit  
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DECK2  
number; e.g. 2000 = “00”  
Set Day Enter the day as a 2-digit  
number; e.g. the ninth = “09”  
SET MONTH [1-12] : 01  
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SET MONTH [1-12]  
SET YEAR [00-99]  
SET DAY [1-31]  
SET HOUR [1-12]  
SET MINUTE [0-59]  
SET AM/PM [1/2]  
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Su Mo  
Tu We  
Th  
Fr  
Sa  
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Set Hour Enter the hour as a 2-digit  
number; e.g. 12:xx = “12”  
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Set Minute Enter the minute as a 2-  
To Set  
MENU to Quit  
digit number; e.g. xx:25 = “25”  
Set AM/PM — Press “1” for AM, “2” for  
PM  
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Set channel.  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Open the “Setup Menu”  
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MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
SET CLOCK MENU  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
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Auto  
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Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
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Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Press the down arrow key until “Daylight  
Savings” is selected. Note: If Auto Clock Set  
is Off, the menu at right will show different  
choices.  
MENU  
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MENU to Quit  
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Auto  
Off  
On  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Press the right arrow key to select one of  
the following options:  
MENU  
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To Move To Select  
MENU to Quit  
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Auto — Uses local channel information to  
determine the status of Daylight Savings Time in  
your area.  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Off — Disables the Daylight Savings adjustment,  
i.e. the time never changes.  
On Enables Daylight Savings at 2:00 AM on  
the first Sunday of April, and disables it at 2:00  
AM on the last Sunday in October.  
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Set Time Zone  
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Zone for your region. Use this  
feature if Auto Clock Set has  
incorrectly set the time by  
detecting a nearby time zone.  
Note: If you are an Arizona  
resident, choose Mountain  
Standard Time and turn  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
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Reset Factory Settings  
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MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
SET CLOCK MENU  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
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Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
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SLOW  
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AUTO  
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Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
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Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Press the down arrow key until “Time  
Zone” is selected. Note: Make sure Auto  
Clock Set is set to “On” or Time Zone will  
not be listed.  
MENU  
Clock Set Channel  
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MENU to Quit  
To Select  
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Time Zone  
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Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
Eastern  
Central  
Mountain  
Pacific  
Alaska  
Hawaii  
Press the right arrow key to select one of  
the following options:  
Auto — Automatically detects the local Time  
Zone  
MENU  
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MENU to Quit  
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DECK2  
Eastern — Selects Eastern Standard Time  
Central — Selects Central Standard Time  
Mountain — Selects Mountain Standard Time  
Pacific — Selects Pacific Standard Time  
Alaska — Selects Alaska Standard Time  
Hawaii — Selects Hawaii Standard Time  
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area that broadcasts time  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Open the “Setup Menu”  
Press and hold the menu button for 3  
seconds.  
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manually. For example, your  
local PBS station will usually  
transmit the time and date. Use  
this feature only if Auto Clock  
Set has set the time incorrectly.  
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To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
SET CLOCK MENU  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
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Auto  
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Clock Set Channel  
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Auto  
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Press the down arrow key until “Clock Set  
Channel” is selected. Note: Make sure Auto  
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MENU  
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Press the right arrow key to select one of the  
following options:  
Auto — Automatically searches for a local  
channel broadcasting the time via XDS (Extended  
Data Services)  
On  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
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Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
Clock Set Channel  
Auto  
Ch ##  
Aux  
MENU  
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MENU to Quit  
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DECK2  
Ch ## — Allows you to manually set a channel  
which you know to receive XDS information. Use  
the 0-9 keys to set the desired channel.  
Aux — Allows the clock to be set from another AV  
(Audio/Video) device attached to your VCR’s front  
auxiliary input.  
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Remote Control Overview  
Copy Tape — Copies the tape in Deck 1 to the  
tape in Deck 2.  
*Power Turns the VCR on and off. Note:  
Power will come on automatically when you  
insert a videotape (Auto Power On).  
VCR — Sets the remote to operate your VCR.  
TV — Sets the remote control to operate your  
television. Note: When selected, the remote will  
not operate the VCR. To program the remote,  
see Appendix A.  
Slow +/— In Play mode, increases or decreases  
the speed of slow motion playback.  
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*0-9 — Selects channels directly. In the Menu  
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TV/VCR — Switches between your TV’s tuner  
and your VCR’s tuner; e.g., press when you are  
taping a show with the VCR and you want to  
watch another station on your television.  
Trk  
, Auto — In Play mode, allows you to  
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AUTO  
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manually adjust tracking. Press Auto to resume  
Auto Tracking.  
SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
Shuttle — In Play mode, Shuttle  
increases the playback speed from double-  
speed playback to picture search to jet search.  
gradually  
F.ADV/ SKIP  
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F.Adv/Skip — In Pause mode, advances the tape  
one frame for every press. In Play mode, jumps  
ahead one minute for every press (up to 5  
minutes). In Copy mode, skip edits one minute  
for every press (up to 5 minutes).  
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LCV  
Shuttle  
gradually slows down the tape,  
pauses, then goes into reverse picture search  
and reverse jet search.  
Top Section  
*Channel  
— Changes channels up and down.  
*100+ — Selects cable channels 100 and up.  
*Volume +/– — Adjusts the sound level.  
*Mute Turns audio on and off.  
*LCV (Last Channel Viewed) — Displays the  
previously selected channel.  
* Keys marked with an asterisk can be used to  
operate your TV or VCR; see Appendix A to  
program your remote control.  
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TV View — Changes your view on the televi-  
sion between the Tuner, Deck 1, Deck 2 and  
Aux. This allows you to quickly jump between a  
TV show, videotape, DVD, etc.—at the touch of  
a button.  
Search/Index — From Stop, Play, F.Forward, or  
Rewind, opens the Search/Index Menu. While  
recording, places an Index mark on the tape.  
Clear — Resets the Tape Counter to 0:00:00.  
Also clears certain entries in the menu system.  
Scene/Title — Marks the beginning and ending  
points of scenes in the 8-Scene Editor. Also  
press to record On-Screen Titles.  
Display Turns the On-Screen Display (Clock,  
Tuner, Audio, and Deck status) on and off.  
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twice to activate One-Touch Recording.  
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Play/Still — Plays the tape. In Play or Record  
mode, pauses the tape in the source deck.  
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Menu.  
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the tape. When the tape is playing, visually  
searches the tape forward (Cue).  
SP/SLP — Sets the record speed to SP (Standard  
Play) or SLP (Super Long Play). SLP is three  
times longer than SP.  
MENU  
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Menu Opens the Main Menu. Press and hold  
for three seconds to open the Setup Menu  
Rew — When the tape is stopped, rewinds the  
tape. When the tape is playing, visually  
searches the tape in reverse (Review).  
Stop/Eject — Stops the tape in the active deck.  
DECK2  
DECK1  
Press twice to eject the tape.  
Deck1 — Sets Deck 1 as the active deck. All  
deck control buttons (Play, Rewind, etc.) will  
only affect Deck 1.  
Deck2 — Sets Deck 2 as the active deck. All  
deck control buttons (Play, Rewind, etc.) will  
only affect Deck 2.  
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Front Panel Overview  
Power Turns the  
VCR on and off.  
Note: Power will  
come on automati-  
cally when you  
Pause — Pauses the  
tape playing or  
recording in the  
active deck.  
Play — Plays the  
tape in the active  
deck. Press twice  
for Still. In menus,  
moves selection  
arrow up.  
Record — Starts  
recording in the  
active deck. Press  
repeatedly to  
activate One-Touch  
Recording.  
TV/VCR —  
Copy Tape —  
Copies the tape in  
Deck 1 to Deck 2.  
Switches between  
the TVs tuner and  
the VCRs tuner.  
insert a videotape.  
Deck  
Deck  
Power  
Copy Tape  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
TV/VCR  
Channel  
Video  
Audio  
Menu  
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Stop/Eject — Stops  
the tape in the  
Rewind — In Stop  
mode, rewinds the  
tape. In Play mode,  
visually searches the visually searches the tape and Deck 2.  
tape in reverse  
F.Forward — In Stop  
mode, fast-forwards the  
tape. In Play mode,  
Deck Select —  
Switches control  
between Deck 1  
Menu Opens the  
Main Menu. Press  
and hold for 3  
seconds to open the  
Setup Menu.  
Channel Up/Down —  
Changes channels up  
and down.  
active deck. Press  
twice to eject the  
tape. In menus,  
moves selection  
arrow down.  
forward (Cue). In menus,  
selects and cycles  
(Review). In menus,  
backs up one menu. through menu items.  
Note: Front panel is shown  
with flap door open  
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Front Panel Auxiliary Input  
Use the Front Panel Auxiliary  
Input for easy connection to a  
camcorder or video game using  
standard RCA cables. Through-  
out the menu system, the front  
panel input is referred to as  
”Aux.”  
Audio Input (White) — Use to connect the  
monaural (mono) audio signal from an  
external device, such as a camcorder or  
videogame, using an RCA cable.  
Deck  
Copy Tape  
TV/VCR  
Channel  
Video  
Audio  
Menu  
Video Line Input (Yellow) — Use to con-  
nect the video signal from an external  
device, such as a camcorder or videogame,  
using an RCA cable.  
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Front Panel Display  
The Front Panel Display shows  
you the current status of your  
Dual-Deck VCR.  
Timer Lights to show  
you that a Timer Record-  
ing is stored in memory.  
Blinks if there is a Timer  
Recording error.  
Copy Lights to show  
you that a tape is being  
copied. Blinks if the  
Copy is Paused.  
Deck Two Lights to  
show you that Deck 2 is  
active.  
VCR Lights to show you that the  
Dual-Deck is in VCR mode; i.e.  
what you see on screen is coming  
from the VCR and NOT the televi-  
sion, as set by the TV/VCR button.  
Deck One Lights to  
show you that Deck One  
is active.  
Deck Two Tape Status —  
Graphically shows you  
the status of the tape in  
Deck 2; i.e. Stop, Play,  
Rewind, etc.  
Deck One Tape Status —  
Graphically shows you the  
status of the tape in Deck 1;  
i.e. Stop, Play, Rewind, etc.  
Tape Speed — (SP, SLP)  
00:00:00 — Shows you the current time,  
the tape counter, or the time remaining  
until the end of the tape in the active  
deck, as set by the CLK/CTR button. Also  
briefly displays the active deck function;  
i.e Stop, Play, Rewind, etc.  
Shows you the current  
Playback or Record Speed for  
each deck.  
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Front Panel Display Settings  
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Reset Factory Settings  
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MENU  
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automatically dim at night so it  
doesnt keep you awake.  
Press and hold the Menu button for 3  
seconds.  
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To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
Select “Dual-Deck Features”  
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Rew  
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Set “Panel Display”  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
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Screen Display  
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Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
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Auto  
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Off  
Press 4 to select one of the following  
options:  
Auto — Dims the Front Panel Display  
automatically between 10:00 PM and  
6:00 AM.  
SLOW  
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On — Makes the Front Panel Display  
bright at all times.  
Off — Disables the Front Panel Display  
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Child Lock  
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tampering with the front panel  
buttons while you’re watching  
a movie, or using the VCR  
when you are away, you can  
activate the Child Lock feature.  
This feature disables Auto  
Power On, Auto Play, and all  
front panel buttons. Once the  
Child Lock is set, you will  
need the remote control to  
operate the VCR.  
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Timer Recording  
8-Scene Edit List  
Setup Titler Message  
Language/Langue/Idioma  
To Move  
MENU to Quit  
Hold MENU Key For Setup  
MENU  
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control.  
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DECK1  
DECK2  
MAIN MENU  
EZ Copy  
Child Lock  
Timer Recording  
8-Scene Edit List  
Setup Titler Message  
Language/Langue/Idioma  
To Move  
MENU to Quit  
Hold MENU Key For Setup  
Set “Child Lock”  
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SHUTTLE  
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With Child Lock set to “On”:  
Auto Power On is disabled - The VCR  
will not turn on automatically when a  
tape is inserted.  
Auto Play is disabled - Tapes will not  
play automatically when you insert them,  
regardless of the Auto Play setting (see  
page 45).  
Front panel buttons are disabled - You  
will still be able to use the remote control  
to operate all VCR functions.  
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Remote Eject  
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control.  
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SETUP MENU  
Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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Press and hold the Menu button for 3  
seconds.  
MENU  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
Select “Dual-Deck Features”  
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POWER  
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Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
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VCR  
TV  
Screen Display  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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SHUTTLE  
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= Move  
= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
TV/ VCR  
Set “Remote Eject”  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
On  
Off  
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Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
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Press 1 repeatedly to turn Remote Eject  
On” or “Off.”  
On — Allows you to eject tapes by  
pressing the Stop button on the remote  
control.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
Screen Display  
3
1
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
Off To eject tapes, you must use the  
Stop/Eject button on the VCRs front  
panel.  
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Main Menu Tree  
The On-Screen Menu System is the control  
center for your Dual-Deck VCR. It is divided  
into two sections:  
• Main Menu Use for everyday func-  
tions, such as EZ Copy, Child Lock, and  
Timer Recording.  
• Setup Menu Use for “set and forget”  
options, like Set Clock, Copy/Record  
Settings and Tuner & Channel List.  
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Setup Menu Tree  
The Setup Menu includes a variety of  
advanced options that allow you to  
customize your Dual-Deck VCR in  
virtually unlimited ways. Dont forget to  
press and HOLD the Menu button for 3  
seconds to access the Setup Menu.  
To access the Setup Menu,  
press and HOLD the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
MENU  
SETUP MENU  
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Set Clock Menu  
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Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
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To Move To Select  
MENU To Quit  
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SET CLOCK MENU  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
Clock Set Channel  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
On  
Auto  
Auto  
Auto  
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On  
Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
On  
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Screen Display  
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To Move  
MENU to Quit  
To Select  
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= Move = Sel MENU=Quit  
SET CLOCK MENU  
Auto Clock Set  
Daylight Savings  
/
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Off  
Auto  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS  
WARNING!  
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Copy Mode  
Auto  
3 Set Clock  
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
On  
Off  
ALL SETTINGS  
WILL BE LOST  
Keep Timer Events And  
Clock Setting  
Clear Everything  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
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To Move To Select  
MENU to Quit  
:
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
/
Normal  
____________________________________  
Press CLEAR to Reset  
CH ##  
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= Move = Sel MENU=Quit  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
Auto  
No  
/
Press MENU to Quit  
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To Set  
MENU to Quit  
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Menu Navigation - Remote Control  
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Use the following remote control  
buttons to enter and navigate  
within the Dual-Deck menu  
system.  
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Main Menu and adjust  
Press to select and cycle  
through menu items.  
MENU  
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MENU  
/
everyday functions. While in  
the menu system, press to  
save settings and exit.  
DECK1  
DECK2  
DECK1  
DECK2  
0–9  
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Direct method of selecting  
and changing menu items  
(used in the examples  
SLOW  
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TV  
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Menu (3 seconds)  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
Press and hold for 3 seconds  
to enter the Setup Menu and  
adjust “set and forget”  
functions.  
MENU  
/
throughout this manual).  
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REPEAT  
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Press to cancel certain  
selections in the menu  
system.  
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MENU  
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Press to move up or down  
the list of menu items.  
DECK1  
DECK2  
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While in the menu system,  
press to go back to the  
previous menu.  
MENU  
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DECK1  
DECK2  
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Menu Navigation - Front Panel  
The following front panel buttons  
can also be used to enter and  
navigate within the menu system.  
Menu  
Press and release to enter the Main Menu  
and adjust everyday functions. While in the  
menu system, press to save settings and  
exit.  
Video  
Audio  
TV/VCR  
Channel  
Menu  
Menu (3 seconds)  
Press and hold for 3 seconds to enter the  
Setup Menu and adjust “set and forget”  
functions.  
Video  
Audio  
TV/VCR  
Channel  
Menu  
Stop/Eject & Play  
Press Stop/Eject to move down and Play to  
move up the list of menu items.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Reco  
Reco  
Reco  
Rewind  
While in the menu system, press to go back  
to the previous menu.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
F.Forward  
Press to select and cycle through menu  
items.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
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Reset Factory Settings  
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If you make changes to the  
Dual-Deck VCR default settings,  
you can always restore the  
original factory settings. If you  
wish, you can choose to retain  
the clock and timer record  
settings.  
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SETUP MENU  
Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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2
1
2
3
4
5
:
:
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Press and hold the Menu button on the remote  
control for 3 seconds.  
MENU  
/
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To Move To Select  
MENU To Quit  
/
DECK1  
DECK2  
RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS  
WARNING!  
Select “Reset Factory Settings”  
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A
POWER  
P
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CO  
ALL SETTINGS  
WILL BE LOST  
Press 5.  
1
2
Keep Timer Events And  
Clock Setting  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
1
4
7
:
Clear Everything  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
____________________________________  
Press CLEAR to Reset  
Press MENU to Quit  
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
Decide What to Reset  
RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS  
WARNING!  
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POWER  
P
P
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ALL SETTINGS  
WILL BE LOST  
Keep Timer Events And  
Clock Setting  
Clear Everything  
Press “1” if you want to reset everything except  
the clock and any saved Timer Recordings.  
Press “2” if you want to clear all settings.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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2
3
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TRK  
TRK  
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AUTO  
5
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Press CLEAR to Reset  
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SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
Press MENU to Quit  
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RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS  
WARNING!  
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ALL SETTINGS  
WILL BE LOST  
Keep Timer Events And  
Clock Setting  
Clear Everything  
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Press the Clear button to confirm your decision  
and restore factory settings.  
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Press CLEAR to Reset  
Press MENU to Quit  
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On-Screen Display Overview  
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The On-Screen Display (OSD)  
shows you the status of the  
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Still  
- H : MM : SS  
SP  
1
TV VIEW  
Ch # #  
Deck  
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View On-Screen Display  
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SLP  
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Dual-Deck VCR at any given  
moment, including information  
from the Tuner, Decks, and  
Aux input. It also displays the  
Date & Time, and communi-  
cates important Copy, Timer  
Record, and Error messages.  
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12 : 34 PM  
Change View  
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Press TV View repeatedly to cycle through the  
On-Screen Displays for each of the five view  
sources:  
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whenever you activate a Deck  
function, e.g. play a tape,  
change channels, etc. It will  
turn off automatically after 5  
seconds.  
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Tuner - Displays the channel and audio  
status for the TV show you are watch-  
ing.  
Aux - Displays the output from a  
device, such as a camcorder or  
videogame, connected to the front line  
input.  
Tuner View  
Deck  
Still  
- H : MM : SS  
SP  
1
TV VIEW  
Ch # #  
Deck  
2
Record  
- H : MM : SS  
SLP  
Deck 1 - Displays the status of the tape  
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2000  
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in Deck 1.  
Deck 2 View  
Aux View  
Deck 2 - Displays the status of the tape  
in Deck 2.  
Deck  
Stop  
- H : MM : SS  
SP  
1
TV VIEW  
Deck  
Deck  
Play  
- H : MM : SS  
SLP  
2
Deck  
Still  
- H : MM : SS  
SP  
1
TV VIEW  
Aux  
Deck  
2
2
Record  
- H : MM : SS  
SLP  
Ch # #  
Source  
Ch # #  
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2000  
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Deck  
Still  
- H : MM : SS  
SP  
1
TV VIEW  
Deck  
2
Deck  
1
Record  
- H : MM : SS  
SLP  
Ch # #  
Source  
Ch # #  
Deck 1 View  
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On-Screen Display Elements  
TV View — Shows the source you are  
currently watching (Tuner, Aux, Deck  
1, Deck 2). In Tuner View, shows the  
Channel Number.  
Deck Status — Shows  
current tape status in each  
deck: Stop, Play, Rew, FFwd,  
Eject, Cue, Review, Slow,  
Still, Pause, Rec, OTR, Dub,  
Index, ATR, or ERROR.  
Deck Counter Position—  
Shows the current tape  
position or time remaining  
as set by the Clk/Ctr  
button.  
Deck 1  
Stop  
TV VIEW  
Deck 2  
Deck 2  
Play  
- H : MM : SS  
SP  
- H : MM : SS  
SLP  
Display Message — Provides  
feedback on your Dual-Deck,  
including Copy, Timer  
Recording, Sequential/Loop  
Play & Record, and Error  
Messages.  
Deck Play/Record Speed— Shows  
current playback speed (SP, LP, SLP)  
or record speed (SP, SLP).  
Ch # #  
Source  
2000  
Ch # #  
Deck Record Source— In Deck 1  
or Deck 2 View, the record source  
is displayed at the bottom of the  
screen.  
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Date and Time— In Tuner or Aux View, the Date and  
Time are displayed at the bottom of the screen.  
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On-Screen Display (OSD) Settings  
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You can customize the OSD to  
Open “Setup Menu”  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
1
2
3
4
5
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show only Tuner information,  
MENU  
/
Press and hold the Menu button on the  
remote control for 3 seconds.  
only Deck information, or have  
it turned off at all times unless  
you press the Display key.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
Select “Dual-Deck Features”  
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5
On  
Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
On  
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POWER  
P
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Press 4.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
Screen Display  
3
6
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1
4
7
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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/
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
Set “Screen Display”  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
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2
3
4
5
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On  
Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
On  
POWER  
P
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CO  
Press 5 to set Screen Display to one of the  
following options:  
On — Displays the complete OSD  
whenever a Tuner or Deck function is  
:
On  
Off  
Auto  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
Screen Display  
3
6
9
1
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
4
7
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/
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
activated (i.e., Play, Stop, Channel  
etc.).  
,
Off Turns the OSD off permanently  
unless you press the Display button.  
Auto — Displays Tuner information when  
a Tuner function is activated (e.g.,  
Channel  
), and Deck information  
when a Deck function is activated (e.g.,  
Play, Stop). To view the full display, press  
the Display button.  
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Tuner Band  
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Broadcast television comes  
into your home from one of  
two sources: over the air via  
antenna, or through a cable via  
a local CATV (Community  
Antenna Television) provider  
or Satellite. The Tuner Band  
setting allows you to specify  
which source you are using.  
Use this setting only if Auto  
Setup detected the incorrect  
band, i.e. channels are coming  
in on the wrong channel  
numbers.  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Open “Setup Menu”  
1
2
1
2
3
4
5
:
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MENU  
/
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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/
To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Select “Tuner & Channel List”  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
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POWER  
P
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Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
Auto  
No  
Press 3.  
SLOW  
VCR  
TV  
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4
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3
6
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AUTO  
5
TRK  
TRK  
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= Move  
= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
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Set “Tuner Band “  
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TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
3
Auto  
Antenna  
Cable  
Auto  
No  
Press the right arrow to select from the  
following options:  
MENU  
/
Auto — Automatically detects the Tuner  
Band.  
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DECK1  
DECK2  
Antenna — Specifies that you are using an  
indoor or outdoor VHF/UHF antenna.  
Cable — Specifies that you are using either  
Community Antenna Television (CATV, or  
cable) or a Satellite receiver.  
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Auto Channel Search  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Open “Setup Menu”  
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2
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5
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every channel and stores only  
those which can be viewed  
clearly in your area. See the  
following pages to add or  
MENU  
/
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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/
To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
remove channels, or to display  
channels with weaker signals.  
Select “Tuner & Channel List”  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
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Auto  
No  
Press 3.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
1
4
7
3
6
9
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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SHUTTLE  
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= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
TV/ VCR  
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Select “Auto Channel Search”  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
3
4
Auto  
No  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
MENU  
Press the down arrow until Auto Channel  
Search is selected.  
/
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= Move = Sel MENU=Quit  
DECK1  
DECK2  
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Start “Auto Channel Search”  
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Press the right arrow to automatically search  
for all available channels in the selected Tuner  
Band. This procedure may take a few minutes  
to complete. When Auto Channel Search is  
finished, it will display the lowest channel  
found.  
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channels that were not de-  
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Search.  
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SETUP MENU  
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2
3
4
5
Set Clock Menu  
:
:
:
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Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
MENU  
/
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Select “Tuner & Channel List”  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
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Y
P
A
POWER  
P
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CO  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
Auto  
No  
Press 3.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
1
3
6
9
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
4
7
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SHUTTLE  
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= Move  
= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
TV/ VCR  
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TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
Select “Add Channel”  
3
4
5
Auto  
No  
MENU  
/
Press the down arrow until Add Channel is  
selected.  
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= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
DECK1  
DECK2  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH 11  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
3
6
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1
4
7
Tune the Channel  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
Auto  
No  
TV  
SHUTTLE  
8
Use the number keys (0-9) to enter the channel  
number, e.g. “1-1” for Channel 11.  
TV/ VCR  
F.ADV/ SKIP  
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REPEAT  
100+  
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CH 11  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
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Add the Channel  
Auto  
No  
MENU  
Press the right arrow to add the channel to  
your channel list. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add  
more channels.  
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Remove Channel  
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Follow these steps to remove  
any channels that were stored  
during Auto Channel Search.  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Open “Setup Menu”  
1
2
3
4
5
:
:
:
:
1
MENU  
/
Press and hold the Menu button for 3  
seconds.  
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/
To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
Select “Tuner & Channel List”  
T
Y
P
A
POWER  
P
2
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CO  
Auto  
No  
Press 3.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
1
4
7
3
6
9
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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= Move  
= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
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Select “Remove Channel”  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
3
4
Auto  
No  
MENU  
Press the down arrow until Remove Channel  
is selected.  
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= Move  
= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
DECK1  
DECK2  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
3
6
9
1
4
7
Tune the Channel  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH 11  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
TV  
Auto  
No  
Use the channel up/down arrows or the  
number keys (0-9) to enter the channel you  
wish to remove.  
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
F.ADV/ SKIP  
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REPEAT  
100+  
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LCV  
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MENU=Quit  
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TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH 11  
Tuner Band  
Remove the Channel  
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Auto  
No  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
Press the right arrow to remove the selected  
channel from your channel list. Repeat steps  
4 and 5 to remove additional channels.  
MENU  
/
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Show Weak Channels  
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SETUP MENU  
Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
A
Show Weak Channels disables  
the blue screens that normally  
appear when you select a  
channel with weak reception.  
If you manually add a channel  
that Auto Channel Search  
missed, you will want to set  
Show Weak Channels to “Yes”  
so you can view the channel  
instead of a blue screen.  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
1
2
3
4
5
:
:
:
:
1
2
MENU  
/
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Select “Tuner & Channel List”  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
T
Y
P
A
POWER  
P
E
CO  
Auto  
No  
Press 3.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
1
4
7
3
6
9
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
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= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
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Select “Show Weak Channels”  
TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
3
4
Auto  
No  
MENU  
Press the down arrow until Show Weak  
Channels is selected.  
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= Move  
= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
DECK1  
DECK2  
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TUNER AND CHANNEL LIST  
CH ##  
Tuner Band  
Auto Channel Search  
Add Channel  
Remove Channel  
Show Weak Channels  
Set “Show Weak Channels”  
Auto  
No  
MENU  
/
Press the right arrow repeatedly to set Show  
Weak Channels to “Yes” or “No.” If you  
choose “Yes,” return to page 30 and run Auto  
Channel Search again.  
No  
Yes  
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5 - Copy Features  
Basic Copying  
Copying a videotape has never  
been easier. Simply insert your  
source tape in Deck 1, your  
blank tape in Deck 2, and  
press Copy Tape. No wires, no  
hassle, and perfect copies  
every time.  
Insert Source Tape  
Deck  
Deck  
1
2
3
Power  
Copy Tape  
Put the tape you wish to copy in Deck 1 on  
the left side of the VCR.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Insert Target Tape  
Deck  
Deck  
Note: The Dual-Deck VCR  
cannot duplicate copy-  
protected tapes. If you try to  
copy a protected tape, the  
message “Tape is Copy Pro-  
tected” will appear on the on-  
screen display.  
Power  
Copy Tape  
Put your blank tape in Deck 2 on the right  
side of the VCR.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Copy Your Tape  
T
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P
POWER  
P
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CO  
Press the Copy Tape button on either the  
remote control or the front of the VCR. The  
tape in Deck 1 will begin copying to Deck 2.  
To pause copying, press Copy Tape.  
To resume copying, press Copy Tape again.  
To stop copying, press Stop/Eject on Deck 2.  
To have both decks automatically rewind  
before and after copying, see EZ Copy on  
page 36.  
Copy Tape  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
4
7
SHUTTLE  
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Turn on EZ Copy to make tape  
duplication even easier. When  
you press Copy Tape, the VCR  
will rewind both decks com-  
pletely, copy the source tape to  
the target tape, rewind both  
decks, and eject the tapes—all  
at the touch of a button!  
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MAIN MENU  
Open “Main Menu”  
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2
1
2
3
4
5
6
EZ Copy  
Child Lock  
Timer Recording  
8-Scene Edit List  
Setup Titler Message  
Language/Langue/Idioma  
On  
Off  
:
:
:
:
MENU  
/
Press the Menu button on the remote  
control.  
:
/
To Move  
MENU to Quit  
To Select  
Hold MENU Key For Setup  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Set “EZ Copy”  
MAIN MENU  
EZ Copy  
Child Lock  
Timer Recording  
8-Scene Edit List  
Setup Titler Message  
Language/Langue/Idioma  
On  
Off  
1
2
3
4
5
6
On  
Off  
:
:
:
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P
A
POWER  
P
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CO  
Press 1 to select from the following options:  
SLOW  
VCR  
TV  
3
1
2
AUTO  
5
:
TRK  
TRK  
/
To Move  
MENU to Quit  
Hold MENU Key For Setup  
To Select  
On — When you press Copy Tape, both  
decks will rewind, the tape in Deck 1  
will be copied to Deck 2, both decks will  
rewind again, and the tapes will eject.  
Complete Program Record will activate  
to ensure the maximum amount of tape  
is copied before the tape runs out (see  
note).  
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SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
Complete Program Record  
Complete Program Record, or CPR, helps to ensure you  
wont run out of tape before your copy is complete. When  
EZ Copy is selected, the VCR begins copying at the same  
Note: If the tape runs out in Deck 2 before  
copying is complete, neither tape will  
rewind to alert you that a problem  
occurred.  
speed as the source tape; it then calculates how much time is  
remaining on the target tape and adjusts the copy speed to  
SLP if necessary to copy the entire tape. If there is not  
enough room to copy the entire source tape, the VCR will  
copy in SLP until the end of the target tape is reached.  
Off EZ Copy is disabled. See Basic  
Copying on page 35.  
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Copy Mode  
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There are two methods of  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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2
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2
3
4
5
Set Clock Menu  
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copying a tape from Deck 1 to  
Deck 2: HQ1 (High Quality 1)  
and HQ2 (High Quality 2).  
HQ1 is best if your source tape  
is recorded in SP. HQ2 is best  
if your source tape is recorded  
in LP or SLP. The Auto setting  
will make this choice for you.  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
MENU  
/
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
Select “Copy/Record Settings”  
T
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P
A
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Copy Mode  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
POWER  
:
:
:
:
P
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CO  
Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Press 2.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
1
4
7
:
:
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
Normal  
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TV/ VCR  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
Auto  
HQ1  
HQ2  
Set “Copy Mode”  
3
T
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P
A
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Copy Mode  
Auto  
POWER  
:
:
:
:
P
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CO  
Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
On  
Off  
Press 1 to choose from the following options:  
Auto — Sets the Copy Mode automatically.  
HQ1 — Copies in High Quality 1 mode, the  
best choice if your source tape is recorded in  
Standard Play (SP) mode.  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
1
:
:
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
Normal  
4
7
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8
TV/ VCR  
HQ2 — Copies in High Quality 2 mode, the  
best choice if your source tape is recorded in  
Long Play (LP) or Super Long Play (SLP)  
mode.  
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Speed Matching  
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Speed Matching automatically  
sets the Deck 2 record speed  
to be the same as the Deck 1  
playback speed when copying  
a tape. You will typically get  
the best results with this  
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SETUP MENU  
Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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1
1
2
3
4
5
:
:
:
:
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
MENU  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
feature turned on. You must  
disable this feature to copy  
multiple movies onto a single  
Select “Copy/Record Settings”  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
2
T
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Copy Mode  
Auto  
Y
P
A
:
:
:
:
POWER  
P
E
CO  
Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
On  
Off  
blank tape.  
Press 2.  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
1
4
7
:
:
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
Normal  
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= Sel  
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SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
Set “Speed Matching”  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
3
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
:
:
:
:
Copy Mode  
Auto  
T
Y
P
A
POWER  
P
On  
Off  
E
CO  
Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
On  
Off  
Press 2 to set Speed Matching to “On” or  
Off.” Only turn Speed Matching off if you  
want to record two or three SP tapes onto one  
SLP tape. If so, you will also need to manually  
set the Record Speed to SLP; see page 50.  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
1
:
:
TRK  
TRK  
Normal  
AUTO  
5
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4
7
/
SHUTTLE  
8
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While you are copying a tape,  
you can insert a new audio  
track, such as recorded music  
or narration, onto your target  
tape. The new audio will be  
recorded from the front aux  
inputs.  
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SETUP MENU  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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1
2
3
4
5
Set Clock Menu  
:
:
:
:
1
2
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
MENU  
/
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
Select “Copy/Record Settings”  
T
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P
A
POWER  
P
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Copy Mode  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
:
:
:
:
E
CO  
Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Press 2.  
SLOW  
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
1
4
7
2
AUTO  
5
:
:
TRK  
TRK  
Normal  
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/
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
Set “Copy Audio Insert”  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
:
Copy Mode  
Auto  
T
Y
P
A
POWER  
P
3
E
CO  
:
:
Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
On  
Off  
Off  
Aux  
Timer  
Auto  
Press 3 to select from the following options:  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
:
1
3
:
Auto  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
:
Normal  
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7
Off — Copy Audio Insert is disabled. No  
new audio track will be recorded.  
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8
TV/ VCR  
Aux — While you are copying a tape, a new  
audio track will be recorded from an  
external audio source connected to the front  
audio jacks.  
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Connect Audio Source  
Deck  
Deck  
4
Power  
Copy Tape  
Connect your external audio source to the  
front (Aux) input using a standard RCA  
audio cable.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
TV/VCR  
Channel  
Video  
Audio  
Menu  
Cue Tapes  
5
6
Cue up your source tape in Deck 1, your  
target tape in Deck 2 and your new audio  
track.  
Copy New Audio Track  
T
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P
A
POWER  
P
E
CO  
Simultaneously press Copy Tape on the  
Dual-Deck VCR and Play on your external  
audio source. The new audio signal will  
copy in place of the source audio track.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
6
9
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
4
7
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
Notes:  
• If there is no audio source playing, the  
audio track will be blank.  
• Copy Audio Insert automatically reverts  
to “Off” when the VCR is turned off.  
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6 - Playback Features  
Basic Playback  
To play a videotape, simply  
insert it in either deck and  
press the Play button. Tapes  
without Record Safety Tabs can  
be set to play automatically  
when inserted; see page 45.  
Insert Tape  
Deck  
Deck  
1
2
Power  
Copy Tape  
Insert a standard VHS tape into Deck 1 or  
Deck 2.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
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Play Tape  
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Or  
Press Play on the remote control or the  
front panel.  
MENU  
/
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record Safety Tab  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Notes: If the tape is missing the Record  
Safety Tab and Auto Play is turned on, the  
tape will begin to play automatically.  
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While a tape is  
playing, you can  
enjoy a variety of  
special playback  
features, including  
Freeze, Slow  
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Freeze Frame  
From Play mode, press Play/Still to  
Review  
From Play mode, press Rewind to  
review at two speeds:  
Picture Search — Press and release  
Rewind to review the tape at 5 times  
normal speed.  
Jet Search — Press and hold Rewind  
to review the tape at 7 times normal  
speed.  
MENU  
/
MENU  
/
freeze a single frame.  
DECK1  
DECK2  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Motion, Skip,  
SHUTTLE  
TV/ VCR  
Repeat, and more.  
Press the Play button  
again to resume  
normal playback.  
Frame Advance  
From Still mode, press F.Adv/Skip to  
advance to the next frame.  
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• MUTE  
Skip  
SHUTTLE  
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From Play mode, press F.Adv/Skip  
repeatedly up to 5 times to cue ahead  
1-5 minutes.  
Slow Motion  
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• VOL  
• MUTE  
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From Play mode, press Slow +/– for  
Slow Motion playback at variable  
speeds.  
SLOW  
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TV  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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SHUTTLE  
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SHUTTLE  
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Repeat  
F.ADV/ SKIP  
REPEAT  
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From Play mode, press Repeat to review  
the last 30 seconds of tape.  
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• MUTE  
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From Play mode, press F.Forward to cue  
at two speeds:  
Picture Search — Press and release  
F.Forward to advance the tape at 5  
times normal speed.  
Jet Search — Press and hold  
F.Forward to advance the tape at 7  
times normal speed.  
MENU  
Shuttle  
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POWER  
P
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From Play mode, Shuttle  
increases the cue speed from Double-  
Speed playback to Picture Search to Jet  
Search. Shuttle  
the tape, Pauses, then goes into Reverse  
Picture Search and Reverse Jet Search.  
gradually  
DECK1  
DECK2  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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gradually slows down  
SHUTTLE  
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Tracking  
The Tracking adjustment  
removes the white lines that  
sometimes appear during  
playback because of slight  
differences in recording decks.  
The Auto Tracking button (Auto)  
will automatically align the  
recorded tracks with the  
Adjust Tracking Manually  
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During playback, press the TRK up/down  
arrow keys to move the white lines out of  
the picture.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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SHUTTLE  
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playback heads to solve this  
problem. You may also set  
tracking manually.  
Resume Auto Tracking  
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Press Auto to have the VCR adjust tracking  
automatically.  
SLOW  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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7
SHUTTLE  
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Sequential/Loop Playback  
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SETUP MENU  
Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
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your Dual-Deck VCR and have  
them play sequentially or in a  
continuous loop. For example,  
you may rent a movie that  
Press and hold the menu button on the  
remote control for 3 seconds.  
MENU  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
comes on two videotapes and  
watch them seamlessly one  
after the other. You may also  
set two sales or training tapes  
to play in a continuous loop.  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
Select “Dual-Deck Features”  
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Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
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Press 4.  
SLOW  
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TV  
Screen Display  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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SHUTTLE  
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Set “Playback Mode”  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
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Normal  
Seq  
Loop  
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Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
On  
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Press 2 to select from the following options:  
Normal Tapes play normally (default  
setting).  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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Screen Display  
3
6
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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/
SHUTTLE  
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Seq (Sequential) — When the tape in  
Deck 1 finishes playing, the tape in Deck  
2 will begin playing automatically.  
Loop — When the tape in Deck 1 finishes  
playing, the tape in Deck 2 will begin  
playing automatically and Deck 1 will  
rewind. When the tape in Deck 2 finishes  
playing, the tape in Deck 1 will play  
again. This process will repeat continu-  
ously until you press Stop on the deck in  
Play.  
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Auto Play/Rewind  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
Open “Setup Menu”  
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automatically when you insert  
them, turn on Auto Play. If you  
want tapes to rewind automati-  
cally when they are done  
MENU  
/
Press and hold the menu button on the remote  
control for 3 seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
playing, turn on Auto Rewind.  
Note: Only tapes that are  
missing the Record Safety Tab  
will play automatically when  
inserted.  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
Select “Dual-Deck Features”  
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POWER  
P
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2
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5
On  
Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
On  
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SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
Press 4.  
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Screen Display  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
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= Move  
= Sel  
MENU=Quit  
Set “Auto Play/Rewind”  
DUAL-DECK FEATURES  
Remote Eject  
Playback Mode  
Auto Play / Rewind  
Panel Display  
T
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POWER  
P
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1
2
3
4
5
On  
Normal  
Rew  
Auto  
On  
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Both  
Play  
Rew  
Off  
Press 3 to select from the following options:  
Both Enables both Auto Play and Auto  
Rewind.  
Play Enables Auto Play only. Tapes  
without Record Safety Tabs will play auto-  
matically when you insert them.  
Rew Enables Auto Rewind only. Tapes  
will rewind automatically when they are  
done playing.  
Record Safety Tab  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
1
3
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
4
7
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= Move = Sel MENU=Quit  
SHUTTLE  
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/
Off — Disables both Auto Play and Auto  
Rewind.  
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Basic Recording  
You can record a TV show in  
progress by inserting a blank  
Insert Tape  
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Deck  
Power  
Copy Tape  
tape and pressing the Record  
button. You can even add time  
in fixed 30-minute increments  
by pressing the Record button  
repeatedly.  
Insert a blank VHS tape into either deck.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Select a Channel to Record  
SHUTTLE  
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Note: Be sure your videotape  
has a Record Safety Tab. If the  
tab is missing, you can cover  
the opening with a small piece  
of tape. Warning: Do not cover  
this opening unless you are  
sure you want to record over  
the tape.  
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Use the 0–9 buttons or the Channel Up/  
Down arrow keys to select the desired  
channel.  
Or  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
3
1
CH  
• VOL  
LCV  
• MUTE  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
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7
SHUTTLE  
8
TV/ VCR  
F.ADV/ SKIP  
REPEAT  
100+  
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• VOL  
LCV  
• MUTE  
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Options on the next page.  
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Notes:  
• Be sure the TV is set to channel 3 or 4  
(whichever the switch is set to on the  
back of the VCR).  
• Make sure the TV/VCR button on the  
front panel is set to VCR (the VCR icon  
will appear on the front panel display).  
• Be sure the tape is long enough to record  
the entire program. To change the  
recording speed, see page 50.  
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progress, you can watch a  
different channel, watch a  
videotape in the other deck, or  
add recording time in 30-  
minute increments.  
MENU  
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Press Stop.  
DECK1  
DECK2  
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MENU  
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Press Play/Still. To resume recording, press  
Record.  
DECK1  
DECK2  
To Watch a Different Channel...  
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POWER  
P
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SLOW  
2
Press the TV/VCR Button on the remote or front  
panel to switch to TV mode (the VCR icon will  
disappear from the front panel display), then  
select a different channel using your TVs tuner.  
VCR  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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TV  
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SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
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Insert a tape in the deck that is not recording and  
press Play. The TV View will automatically  
change to the playback deck.  
MENU  
/
DECK1  
DECK2  
To Add Recording Time...  
See One-Touch Recording (OTR) on page 49.  
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One-Touch Recording (OTR)  
One-Touch Recording  
(OTR) allows you to add  
recording time in 30-  
minute increments (up to 9  
hours and 30 minutes) at  
the touch of a button.  
Start Recording  
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TV VIEW  
Ch 12  
Deck  
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- 0:20:45  
SP  
OTR 0:30  
- 1:32:08  
SP  
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While in Record mode, press Record again  
to activate One-Touch Recording. OTR 0:30  
will appear on the On-Screen Display and  
the VCR will record for exactly 30 minutes.  
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Continue pressing Record to add recording  
time in 30 minute increments up to 9 hours  
and 30 minutes.  
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SP  
OTR 0:30  
- 1:32:08  
SP  
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OTR 0:30  
OTR 1:00  
OTR 1:30  
OTR 2:00  
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12 : 34 PM  
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TV VIEW  
Ch 12  
Deck  
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- 0:20:45  
SP  
OTR LOOP  
- 1:32:08  
SP  
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When you reach OTR 9:30, press Record  
again to enter Loop Record. The active Deck  
will record over and over again in a continu-  
ous loop until you press Stop. This can be  
used for continuous recording of security  
cameras.  
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Notes:  
• If you press Power during an OTR session,  
the Dual-Deck VCR will turn off automati-  
cally when the recording time has elapsed.  
• When the recording time has elapsed, the  
VCR will stop recording automatically.  
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Record Speed  
You can adjust the Record  
Speed to fit more than 2 hours  
of programming on a T-120  
tape.  
Start Recording  
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Follow the basic Recording instructions on  
page 47.  
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control to switch the record speed between:  
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SP — Standard Play, for best quality.  
SLP — Super Long Play, for maximum  
recording time (3 times SP).  
Maximum Recording Time - SP vs. SLP  
Tape Length  
T-120  
SP (Standard Play)  
2 hrs  
SLP (Super Long Play)  
6 hrs  
8 hrs  
9 hrs  
T-160  
2 hrs 40 mins  
3 hrs  
T-180  
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You can set the Dual-Deck  
VCR to record from the Tuner  
(television), Deck 1, Deck 2,  
Aux (front) inputs. The Auto  
setting will record whatever is  
currently visible on-screen.  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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Set Clock Menu  
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Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
MENU  
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Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
Select “Copy/Record Settings”  
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Copy Mode  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
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POWER  
P
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Press 2.  
SLOW  
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VCR  
TV  
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TRK  
AUTO  
5
Normal  
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SHUTTLE  
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Set “Deck 1 Rec Source”  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
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Copy Mode  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Press 5 to record from one of the following:  
Auto — The current TV View (whatever you  
currently see on-screen).  
Aux — Source connected to front line input.  
Deck2 Tape playing in Deck 2.  
Tuner — Current television program.  
Auto  
Aux  
Deck2  
Tuner  
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SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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Normal  
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SHUTTLE  
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Set “Deck 2 Record Source”  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
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Copy Mode  
Auto  
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P
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
On  
Off  
Press 5 to record from one of the following:  
Auto — The current TV View (whatever you  
currently see on the screen).  
Aux — Source connected to front line input.  
Deck1 Tape playing in Deck 1.  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
SLOW  
2
Auto  
Aux  
Deck1  
Tuner  
VCR  
TV  
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AUTO  
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Tuner — Current television program.  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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Set Clock Menu  
Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
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your Dual-Deck VCR and have  
MENU  
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them record sequentially or in  
a continuous loop. This will  
allow you to record up to 18  
hours of programming in SLP  
mode. Loop recording is useful  
for continuous recording of  
security cameras.  
Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
Select “Copy/Record Settings”  
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Copy Mode  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
POWER  
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Press 2.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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Normal  
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SHUTTLE  
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Set “Record Mode”  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
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Timer  
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Auto  
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Press 7 to select from the following options:  
Normal Tapes record normally (default  
setting).  
SLOW  
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TV  
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Sequential  
Loop  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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SHUTTLE  
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Sequential — When the tape in Deck 1  
finishes recording, the tape in Deck 2 will  
begin recording automatically.  
Loop — When the tape in Deck 1 finishes  
recording, the tape in Deck 2 will begin  
recording automatically and Deck 1 will  
rewind. When the tape in Deck 2 finishes  
recording, the tape in Deck 1 will record  
again. This process will repeat continuously  
until you press Stop on the recording deck.  
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Date/Time Stamp  
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The Date/Time Stamp allows  
you to overlay the date, time,  
and record source at the start  
of, or continuously throughout,  
your recordings. You can use  
the stamp on all recordings or  
on timer recordings only. The  
stamp will not appear, how-  
ever, when you copy a tape.  
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Open “Setup Menu”  
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Set Clock Menu  
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Copy/Record Settings  
Tuner And Channel List  
Dual-Deck Features  
Reset Factory Settings  
MENU  
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Press and hold the Menu button for 3 seconds.  
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To Move  
MENU To Quit  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Select “Copy/Record Settings”  
COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
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Copy Mode  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
CO  
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Press 2.  
SLOW  
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TV  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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Normal  
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SHUTTLE  
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Set “Date/Time Stamp”  
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COPY AND RECORD SETTINGS  
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POWER  
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2
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Copy Mode  
Auto  
On  
Off  
Timer  
Auto  
Auto  
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Speed Matching  
Copy Audio Insert  
Date/Time Stamp  
Deck1 Rec Source  
Deck2 Rec Source  
Record Mode  
Timer  
Cont  
All  
Press 4 repeatedly to set Date/Time Stamp to:  
Timer — The date, time, and record source  
will appear briefly at the start of all timer  
recordings only (default setting).  
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SLOW  
VCR  
TV  
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2
AUTO  
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Off  
TRK  
TRK  
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Normal  
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Cont (Continuous) — The date, time, and  
record source will appear continuously over  
all recordings. The On-Screen Display and  
Menu system will be disabled if this setting  
is on. Press Stop on the recording deck to  
restore normal on-screen functions.  
Sample Date/Time Stamp  
All — The date, time, and record source will  
appear briefly at the start of all recordings  
except copies.  
Off — The Date/Time Stamp is disabled.  
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8 - Timer Recording  
How to Set a Timer Recording  
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Auto Clock Set  
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Auto  
Auto  
Or  
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Daylight Savings  
Time Zone  
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tape a show when youre not  
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Clock Set Channel  
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01-16  
Press Set Timer on the remote control. Note:  
If you havent set the clock, the Set Clock  
menu will appear. You must set it before you  
can program a Timer Recording; see page 7.  
home, or you may want to  
create a library of your favorite  
programs. The Timer Record-  
ing Feature allows you to  
program up to 16 events at a  
time to record up to a year in  
advance.  
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Ch--  
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Deck - - -  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
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Deck - - -  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
MENU=Quit  
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- H - - M  
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- H - - M  
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MENU to Quit  
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Ch--  
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Move  
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SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
SELECT EVENT [1-16]: 01  
01-16  
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9
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Choose Event Number  
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4
- - : - - - -  
- - -  
Ch--  
- - -  
Ch--  
- - -  
Ch--  
- - -  
Ch--  
= Sel  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
- - - / - -  
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TRK  
TRK  
2
3
AUTO  
5
- H - - M  
- - : - - - -  
- H - - M  
- - : - - - -  
- H - - M  
- - : - - - -  
- H - - M  
= Move  
Use the number keys to enter an available  
event number between 01 and 16; e.g., for  
“1”, press “0-1”.  
SHUTTLE  
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F.ADV/ SKIP  
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Deck - - -  
MENU=Quit  
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SET MONTH [1-12]  
SET DAY [1-31]  
SET HOUR [1-12]  
SET MINUTE [0-59]  
SET AM/PM [1/2]  
Set Event Date & Time  
SET MONTH [01-12] : 08  
12:25 PM 1H00M  
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Su Mo  
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Tu We  
Th  
Fr  
Sa  
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Use the number keys to set the date and  
time of the event. The default setting is the  
current date and time. To leave an entry  
unchanged, press the right arrow key. If you  
enter an invalid number, you will be  
prompted to reenter a valid one.  
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16  
23  
30  
3
10  
17  
24  
31  
4
11  
18  
25  
5
12  
19  
26  
6
13  
20  
27  
7
14  
21  
28  
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SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
15  
22  
29  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
4
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Time  
Ch10  
Deck1  
Auto  
SHUTTLE  
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F.ADV/ SKIP  
REPEAT  
100+  
0
CH  
• VOL  
LCV  
• MUTE  
Set Month Enter the month as a 2-digit  
number; i.e. for January, press “01”.  
Set Day Enter the day as a 2-digit  
number; i.e. for the ninth, press “09”.  
Set Hour Enter the hour as a 2-digit  
number; i.e. for 12:00, press “12”.  
Set Minute Enter the minute as a 2-digit  
number; i.e. for 00:25, press “25”.  
Set AM/PM Enter 1 for AM or 2 for PM.  
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SET LENGTH (H) [0-9]  
SET LENGTH (M) [00-59]  
SET LENGTH (H) [0-9] : 00  
12:25 PM 1H00M  
Set Event Length  
Jan 2000  
Su Mo  
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Tu We  
Th  
Fr  
Sa  
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Use the number keys to set the Length of  
the event. The default setting is 0 Hours and  
30 Minutes.  
Set Length (H) Enter the hours as a 2-  
digit number; i.e. for 1 hour, press “01”.  
Set Length (M) Enter the minutes as a  
2-digit number; i.e. for 30 minutes, press  
“30”.  
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16  
23  
30  
3
10  
17  
24  
31  
4
11  
18  
25  
5
12  
19  
26  
6
13  
20  
27  
7
14  
21  
28  
8
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
15  
22  
29  
3
6
9
1
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
4
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1
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Time  
Ch10  
Deck1  
Auto  
SHUTTLE  
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F.ADV/ SKIP  
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100+  
CH  
• VOL  
LCV  
• MUTE  
Set Event Type  
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SET TYPE [1-4] : 1  
12:25 PM 1H00M  
Tu We  
SET TYPE [1-4]  
Jan 2000  
Su Mo  
1 - Time  
Mo-Fr  
Weekly  
Always  
Use the number keys (1-4) to set how often  
the event will be recorded. The default  
setting is “1-Time.”  
1 1-Time — The event will be recorded  
once only.  
Th  
Fr  
Sa  
1
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15  
22  
29  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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2
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16  
23  
30  
3
10  
17  
24  
31  
4
11  
18  
25  
5
12  
19  
26  
6
13  
20  
27  
7
14  
21  
28  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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SHUTTLE  
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1
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Ch10  
Deck1  
Auto  
2 Monday-Friday — The event will be  
recorded every weekday.  
3 Weekly — The event will be recorded  
once a week.  
4 Always — The event will be recorded  
every single day.  
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SET SOURCE [1-2]  
SET SOURCE [1-2] : 01  
12:25 PM 1H00M  
Set Recording Source  
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Su Mo  
Ch##  
Aux  
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Tu We  
Th  
Fr  
Sa  
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Use the number keys (1-2) to set the Record  
Source. The default setting is the current  
tuner (television) channel.  
1 Ch## — Records from the Tuner. Use the  
number keys (0-9) or up/down arrow keys  
to set the channel number.  
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16  
23  
30  
3
10  
17  
24  
31  
4
11  
18  
25  
5
12  
19  
26  
6
13  
20  
27  
7
14  
21  
28  
8
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
15  
22  
29  
3
6
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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4
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1
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Time  
Ch10  
Deck1  
Auto  
SHUTTLE  
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2 Aux — Records from the front line input.  
Set Recording Deck  
SET DECK [1-2] : 1  
12:25 PM 1H00M  
Tu We  
SET DECK [1-2]  
Jan 2000  
Su Mo  
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Deck1  
Deck2  
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Th  
Fr  
Sa  
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15  
22  
29  
Use the number keys (1-2) to set the  
Recording Deck. The default setting is the  
currently selected deck.  
1 Deck 1— Show will be recorded on tape  
in Deck 1.  
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16  
23  
30  
3
10  
17  
24  
31  
4
11  
18  
25  
5
12  
19  
26  
6
13  
20  
27  
7
14  
21  
28  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
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6
9
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4
7
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
5
1
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Time  
Ch10  
Deck1  
Auto  
SHUTTLE  
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TV/ VCR  
2 Deck 2 — Show will be recorded on tape  
in Deck 2.  
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Complete Program Record  
Complete Program Record, or  
CPR, helps to ensure you  
wont run out of tape before  
your Timer Recording is  
complete. When Auto is  
selected, the Timer event  
begins to record in SP; the  
VCR then calculates how  
much time is remaining on the  
tape and adjusts the record  
speed to SLP if necessary to fit  
the entire event. If there is not  
enough tape to record the  
entire event, the VCR will  
record in SLP until the end of  
the tape is reached.  
SET SPEED [1-3] : 1  
12:25 PM 1H00M  
SET SPEED [1-3]  
Set Recording Speed  
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Su Mo  
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Auto  
SP  
SLP  
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Tu We  
Th  
Fr  
Sa  
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Use the number keys (1-3) to set the  
Recording Speed. The default setting is  
Auto.  
1 Auto — Complete Program Record (see  
note at left).  
2 SP — Standard Play. Delivers best quality.  
A T-120 tape will record 2 hours.  
3 SLP — Super Long Play. Delivers maxi-  
mum recording time. A T-120 tape will  
record 6 hours.  
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11  
18  
25  
5
12  
19  
26  
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13  
20  
27  
7
14  
21  
28  
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SLOW  
2
VCR  
TV  
15  
22  
29  
3
6
9
1
16  
23  
30  
17  
24  
31  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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1
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Ch10  
Deck1  
Auto  
SHUTTLE  
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Confirm Settings  
SELECT EVENT [1-16]:01  
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On  
Ch10  
- - -  
Ch--  
- - -  
Ch--  
- - -  
Ch--  
= Sel  
Wednesdays  
Deck1 Auto  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
- - - / - -  
Deck - - -  
MENU=Quit  
1H30M  
- - : - - - -  
- H - - M  
- - : - - - -  
- H - - M  
- - : - - - -  
- H - - M  
= Move  
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MENU  
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When all settings are complete, press Menu  
to confirm the Timer event and view a  
summary of all programmed events.  
To program another event, select another  
available event number.  
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DECK1  
DECK2  
To edit an existing event, select an event  
number that has already been pro-  
grammed.  
To delete an event, use the Up/Down  
arrow keys to select it, then press Clear.  
To exit the Event Summary screen, press  
Menu.  
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Be sure your videotape has a  
Record Safety Tab. If it is  
missing, you can cover the  
opening with a small piece of  
tape. Warning: Do not cover  
this opening unless you are  
sure you want to record over  
the tape.  
Insert Tape  
Deck  
Deck  
10  
11  
Power  
Copy Tape  
Insert a blank tape with a Record Safety Tab  
into the deck you designated in Step 7.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Programming is Complete!  
TIMER  
VCR  
D E C K O N E  
The event is stored in memory and will record  
at the scheduled time. A red Timer icon will  
appear on the front panel display to indicate  
that an event is programmed.  
S P  
S P  
The Timer indicator appears  
when a Timer Recording Event  
has been programmed  
Record Safety Tab  
Notes:  
• If there is a problem with your Timer Record-  
ing, the Timer icon will flash on the front  
panel display and a Timer Record Error will  
appear on the TV screen; see page 60.  
• The event will record whether the VCR  
power is on or off; i.e., if the VCR power is  
off, it will turn on automatically when the  
Timer Recording begins.  
To stop an event in progress, press Stop on  
the recording deck. A warning message will  
appear on-screen. Press Stop again to cancel  
the event.  
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Timer Recording Errors  
If there is a problem with your  
Timer Recording, the word  
Tape Missing  
Deck  
Deck  
Power  
Copy Tape  
Timer will flash on the Front  
Panel Display and an error  
message will appear on the  
On-Screen Display. Once you  
correct the error, the event will  
begin if there is still time  
There is no videotape in the recording deck.  
• Insert a videotape in the recording deck.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Tape Missing Tab  
The videocassette is missing the Record Safety Tab.  
• Insert a video cassette with the Record Safety Tab  
intact, or place a small piece of adhesive tape  
over the opening to permit recording.  
remaining for that event.  
Record Safety Tab  
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MENU  
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The recording Deck is not in Stop mode (e.g., it is  
playing, rewinding, etc.).  
• Press Stop to stop the recording deck.  
DECK1  
DECK2  
Overlapping Events  
TIMER EVENTS OVERLAP  
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Two or more events are programmed to occur at the  
same time:  
• When you program a new event, the VCR checks  
all timer events for conflicts. If two events overlap,  
you will be prompted to either delete one of the  
events, or allow them to overlap.  
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Please review the events  
from the Select Event  
menu and remove one  
using the CLEAR key  
SELECT EVENT [1-16]:01  
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SET TIMER to Continue  
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10:30 PM  
On  
Ch10  
On  
Line1  
On  
Line2  
On  
Wednesdays  
:
1H30M  
9:00 AM  
0H30M  
7:00 PM  
2H00M  
12:15 PM  
0H15M  
= Move  
Deck1 Auto  
Sun Dec/06  
Deck2 SP  
Mon-Fri  
Deck2 SLP  
Everyday  
MENU to Quit  
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• If events overlap, the first event will be completely  
recorded, then the next event will start and the  
remainder of that event will be recorded.  
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Ch06  
= Sel  
Deck1 Auto  
MENU=Quit  
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9 - Editing Features  
8-Scene Editor  
There are two ways to edit  
movies with the Dual-Deck  
VCR:  
1. You can use the 8-Scene  
Editor to automatically as-  
semble up to 8 scenes by  
marking their beginning and  
ending points; see instructions  
at right.  
2. You can use the Sync Edit  
feature, which allows you to  
manually cut unwanted scenes  
while copying a tape; see page  
64.  
Insert Source Tape  
Deck  
Deck  
1
2
Power  
Copy Tape  
Put the tape with your unedited source  
material in Deck 1.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Insert Target Tape  
Deck  
Deck  
Power  
Copy Tape  
Put your blank tape in Deck 2. To ensure  
quality edits, it is best to record on blank or  
pre-formatted tapes. Tip: You can pre-  
format your tapes by recording the line  
input over the entire tape with no signal.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Review Source Tape (optional)  
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4
Make a list of the scenes you wish to use in  
your final movie with their beginning and  
ending tape counter positions. Reorder the  
scenes if desired.  
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Open “Main Menu”  
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Child Lock  
Timer Recording  
8-Scene Edit List  
Setup Titler Message  
Language/Langue/Idioma  
On  
Off  
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MENU  
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To Move  
MENU to Quit  
Hold MENU Key For Setup  
To Select  
DECK1  
DECK2  
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Select “8-Scene Edit List”  
Scene  
Begin  
End  
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Press 4 to open the 8-Scene Edit List menu.  
The number “1” and “Begin” will flash.  
SLOW  
2
VCR  
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1 - 8 To Select Scene  
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SCENE For Begin And End  
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• The Dual-Deck VCR will automatically  
copy each scene in order from the source  
tape to the target tape.  
• When the process is finished, return to  
Step 6 to add more scenes, or press Menu  
to quit.  
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Sync Editing  
Sync (as in “synchronized”)  
Editing is useful if you only  
want to copy part of a tape, or  
if you want to cut commercials  
while copying a TV show. The  
Copy Tape button is the key to  
synchronizing the playback  
deck with the recording deck.  
Before You Begin —  
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Turn off EZ Copy; see page 36.  
Insert Source Tape  
Deck  
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Copy Tape  
Put the tape with your unedited source  
material in Deck 1.  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
Insert Target Tape  
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Tip: Leave at least 1 minute of blank tape at  
the beginning of a tape to ensure a crisp edit.  
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page 42. Copy will flash on the front panel  
display.  
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Panel Display. To resume, press Copy Tape  
again. With the Sync Edit paused, you can  
reposition the source tape in Deck 1, e.g. to  
fast-forward over a commercial.  
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How to Cut Commercials with Skip Edit  
The Skip Edit feature allows  
Set Up a Sync Edit  
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during a Sync Edit at the touch  
of a button. Commercials  
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minutes in length. Each time  
you press Skip Edit, you will  
automatically cut 1 to 5  
minutes of source tape from  
your target tape.  
Follow Steps 1-6 on pages 64-65.  
Preview Commercials  
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many minutes the commercials are that you  
wish to cut.  
Start Sync Edit  
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to be deleted. The Dual-Deck VCR will  
automatically skip edit (omit) the commer-  
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copying.  
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On-Screen Titler  
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Setting up the Titler Message  
and Recording the Title; see  
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pressing Title after each to insert the character  
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Recording Titler Message  
Once you have set up your  
Start Recording  
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Power  
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button while a tape is record-  
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the title for up to 20 seconds in  
5-second increments.  
Insert your target tape in Deck 2 and  
initiate any Record mode, i.e., Record,  
One-Touch Record, Copy Tape, or Timer  
Record. See the corresponding chapters to  
activate any of these modes. Note: You  
must use Deck 2 to record Titler Messages.  
Stop /Eject  
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Message on-screen for 5, 10, 15, or 20  
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My First Movie  
January 10, 2000  
Sample Title Message. Note: Titles  
can be up to 40 characters (2  
rows of 20 characters) centered  
on the screen. A blank space  
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and return to 0:00:00. The  
real-time tape counter gives  
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Real-Time Tape Counter  
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D E C K O N E  
Shows you the current tape position in the  
active deck in hours, minutes, and seconds.  
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Time Remaining  
Shows you the amount of time left on the  
tape in the active deck, computed by  
subtracting the current tape position from  
the total tape length in hours and minutes.  
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display will not appear if there is a deck  
status message on the front panel display,  
such as Copy, or if there is no tape in the  
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start of every recording, or you  
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anywhere on a tape. Later you  
can locate these “bookmarks”  
using Index Search or Index  
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Mark and plays a few seconds  
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time the show was recorded!  
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tape. Use Index Search when  
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specified Index Mark. When the VCR  
locates the Index Mark, it will play the tape.  
Index : 
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space on your tape and stop. If no blank  
space is found, the tape will eject.  
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in hours, minutes, and seconds.  
This is useful for editing pur-  
poses, i.e. you can advance the  
tape directly to the beginning of  
the desired scene.  
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SLOW  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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Enter Counter Value  
Enter [ 1 ] = Pos Or [ 2 ] = Neg  
Press CLEAR To Correct  
MENU to Quit  
SHUTTLE  
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Select +/– Counter Value  
DECK ONE TIME SEARCH  
SLOW  
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AUTO  
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Press 1 for positive or 2 for negative  
counter values.  
Enter Counter Value  
Enter [ 1 ] = Pos Or [ 2 ] = Neg  
Press CLEAR To Correct  
MENU to Quit  
SHUTTLE  
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SLOW  
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Enter the Time  
DECK ONE TIME SEARCH  
VCR  
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TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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Search To : 01 : 25 : 16  
Use the number keys (0–9) to enter the  
desired time in hours, minutes, and sec-  
onds. Press Clear if you need to backup and  
re-enter a number.  
SHUTTLE  
8
Enter Counter Value  
Enter [ 1 ] = Pos Or [ 2 ] = Neg  
Press CLEAR To Correct  
MENU to Quit  
TV/ VCR  
F.ADV/ SKIP  
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button. This feature is useful  
when editing from a baseline  
counter value of 0:00:00.  
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forward to tape counter position 0:00:00.  
SLOW  
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AUTO  
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11 - Advanced Connections  
Cable Box Hookup  
This chapter will show you  
From Cable  
Wall Outlet  
Connect Cable to Cable Box  
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how to connect an external  
device, such as a cable box,  
stereo, or satellite receiver, to  
your Dual-Deck VCR.  
CABLE BOX  
IN  
OUT  
(TO TV)  
(FROM CABLE)  
Connect an RF antenna cable from your cable  
wall outlet to the “In from Cable” jack on the  
Cable Box.  
Connect Cable Box to VCR  
IN  
2
(FROM ANT.)  
LINE  
OUT  
Connect a second RF cable from the “Out to  
TV” jack on the Cable Box to the “IN (FROM  
ANT.)” jack on the back panel of the VCR.  
AUDIO  
OUT  
RF  
(TO TV)  
From  
Cable Box  
CH  
VIDEO  
3
4
IN  
Connect VCR to TV  
(FROM ANT.)  
3
LINE  
OUT  
To TV  
Connect the supplied RF cable from the “OUT  
(TO TV)” jack on the back panel of the VCR to  
your televisions Antenna In” jack.  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
OUT  
RF  
(TO TV)  
CH  
3
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Plug In VCR  
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Connect the VCR power cord to a standard  
120V/60Hz wall outlet.  
Turn On TV, VCR & Cable Box  
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ON  
SLOW  
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TV  
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TRK  
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SHUTTLE  
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Set VCR Output Channel  
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Set the channel switch on the back panel of  
the VCR to 3 or 4, whichever is NOT used by  
your cable box.  
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Tune TV to the Same Channel  
CH3/4  
Select the channel you used in step 6.  
Connection is Complete!  
LANGUAGE / LANGUE / IDIOMA  
1English  
2 : Français  
3 : Español  
The Set Language menu will appear on your  
television screen. Please proceed with Auto  
Setup on page 5.  
Select = 1 - 3  
Choisir = 1 - 3  
Elegir = 1 - 3  
Notes:  
• Use your cable box to select channels.  
• If you are not getting a good picture, repeat  
steps 6 and 7 using the other channel; i.e.  
channel 4 instead of channel 3.  
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Audio Connections  
You can enjoy improved sound  
when watching movies and TV  
shows by connecting your  
Dual-Deck VCR to your home  
audio receiver or TV.  
Connect VCR to Audio Receiver  
IN  
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(FROM ANT.)  
LINE  
OUT  
Connect an RCA cable from the Audio  
Output on the back of the VCR to one of  
the Auxiliary Inputs on your audio receiver  
or TV. If your television has a video input,  
you can also connect it to the VCR’s Video  
Output with an RCA cable.  
AUDIO  
To Stereo  
Auxiliary  
Inputs of Stereo  
or Stereo TV  
OUT  
RF  
(TO TV)  
CH  
VIDEO  
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Set Audio Receiver to Aux  
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Set your audio receiver or television to  
“Aux” or “Tape,” whichever selects the line  
input for your particular device.  
Play a Tape  
Insert a videotape in your VCR and adjust  
the volume on your audio receiver or  
television. You should hear the audio  
through your speakers.  
Deck  
Deck  
Power  
Copy Tape  
Stop /Eject  
Pause  
Rewind  
Play  
F. Forward  
Record  
Deck Select  
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TV Monitor Connections  
Monitor-style televisions offer  
Connect VCR to TV Monitor  
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improved sound and picture  
over regular televisions  
because they receive the  
audio and video signals  
directly from the VCR  
(FROM ANT.)  
Connect RCA cables from the Audio and  
Video Outputs on the back of the VCR to  
the Audio and Video Inputs on your TV  
monitor.  
LINE  
OUT  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
OUT  
RF  
(TO TV)  
CH  
To TV Monitor  
Audio/Video  
Inputs  
3
4
through the auxiliary inputs.  
Note: A TV monitor is not the  
same as a computer monitor.  
Set TV to Auxiliary Mode  
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Set your TV monitor to “Aux,” “Video,” or  
Line.” Refer to your monitors owners  
manual for the correct setting.  
AUX  
Connection is Complete!  
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button were always set to VCR.  
SLOW  
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TRK  
AUTO  
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Audio  
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Channel  
Mic.  
Menu  
SHUTTLE  
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Connecting Other Video Equipment  
You can connect a wide  
variety of audio/video equip-  
ment to your Dual-Deck VCR,  
including:  
• A Third VCR  
Laser Disc Player  
• DVD Player  
• Camcorder  
• Satellite Receiver  
Video Game  
Connect Device to VCR  
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Copy Tape  
Connect RCA cables from the Audio and  
Video Outputs of your external device to the  
Audio and Video Inputs on the front or back  
of the VCR.  
TV/VCR  
Channel  
Video  
Audio  
Menu  
To Audio/Video Outputs  
of External Device  
Since all of these devices use  
essentially the same connec-  
tions, they will be described  
together.  
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SET SOURCE [1-2]  
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settings should be set in the usual manner;  
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Appendix A  
Multi-Brand Remote Setup  
You can program your remote  
Turn On TV  
TV CODES  
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control to operate many popular  
Daewoo  
Emerson  
Hitachi  
JVC  
TV + 19  
TV + 21  
TV + 10  
TV + 11  
TV + 08  
TV + 18  
TV + 06  
TV + 28  
TV + 04  
TV + 13  
TV + 27  
TV + 25  
TV + 12  
TV + 24  
TV + 07  
TV + 29  
TV + 01  
TV + 14  
TV + 15  
TV + 23  
TV + 05  
TV + 20  
TV + 02  
TV + 16  
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brands of televisions. Find your  
TV on the list at right and follow  
the instructions for setup. To  
determine which remote control  
buttons are available to control  
your TV, see the table on the  
following page.  
Press the power button on your TV.  
LG  
Program Code  
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entering the 2-digit code for your brand of  
television with the 0–9 keys (see table).  
Note: If there is more than one code for  
your brand of TV, try them all until one  
works.  
LG (Goldstar)  
Loewe  
SLOW  
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TRK  
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Magnavox  
SHUTTLE  
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Mitsubishi  
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Newsan (S. America)  
Noblex (S.America)  
Panasonic  
CH  
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RCA  
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If the TV advances to the next active  
channel, programming is complete! If the  
TV does not respond, try another 2-digit  
code. Some TV’s are not listed but can be  
programmed.  
Samsung  
Sanyo  
Sharp  
Operate Your TV  
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operate your TV. Note: When the remote  
control is in TV mode, it will NOT operate  
your VCR. To return to VCR mode, press  
VCR on the remote control.  
SLOW  
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TV + 22  
TV + 03  
TRK  
TRK  
AUTO  
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Sony  
SHUTTLE  
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Telefunken (S. America) TV + 26  
Toshiba  
Zenith  
TV + 09  
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Multi-Brand Remote Operation  
This table shows which remote  
control buttons are available for  
various brands of television.  
Power  
0-9  
100+  
Ch+/-  
Vol+/-  
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Daewoo  
Emerson  
Goldstar  
Hitachi  
JVC  
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Mitsubishi  
Panasonic  
RCA/GE  
Samsung  
Sanyo  
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Appendix B - Help  
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)  
The following are some of the  
most frequently asked questions  
about our Dual-Deck VCRs.  
Why am I not getting a picture?  
• Make sure the TV/VCR button on the front panel is set to VCR (the VCR icon on the front panel display  
should be on).  
• Make sure your TV is set to the same channel (3 or 4) as the switch on the back of your VCR.  
If you dont find the answers you  
need here, you can contact our  
Customer Service Department as  
follows:  
Why is the picture quality poor?  
• Change the channel switch on the back of the VCR, i.e. if its set to 3 change it to 4. Then make sure your TV  
is set to the same channel.  
• If the picture is bad while playing a tape, try adjusting the tracking control. Press the “Auto” button (Auto-  
matic Tracking) or the TRK up/down arrows (Manual Tracking) on the remote while the tape is playing.  
• The video heads may be dirty; try cleaning the heads with a nonabrasive head cleaning tape.  
Phone: (480) 922-0896  
Office hours:  
Monday-Friday, 6:00 a.m.  
to 9:00 p.m. MST  
Saturday-Sunday, 8:00 a.m.  
to 4:00 p.m. MST  
Why cant I record from my cable box?  
• Make sure the VCR is tuned to the cable box output channel (2, 3, or 4). Confirm this channel with your  
local cable provider.  
E-Mail: “customerservice@  
sensoryscience.com”  
Web: “www.govideo.com”  
or “www.sensoryscience.  
com”. Our website in-  
cludes downloadable  
manuals and spec sheets as  
well as a listing of autho-  
rized Go-Video service  
centers.  
Why cant I Timer Record?  
• Make sure the clock is set to the correct time, and the AM/PM adjustment is set correctly.  
• If you have a cable box, make sure the Record Source is set to the cable box output channel (2, 3, or 4), and  
that the cable box is set to the channel you wish to record.  
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Why isnt my remote control working?  
• Make sure you are pointing the remote control directly at the VCR and that there are no obstacles between  
the remote control and VCR. Sunlight on the VCR front panel can sometimes interfere with the remote  
signal.  
• Make sure the batteries in your remote are fresh and installed properly.  
• The “TV” button may have been pressed by accident. This makes the remote control only operate the  
television. Press the VCR key on the remote and try again.  
Why do my tapes record at different speeds when I use Copy Tape?  
Because Speed Matching is “Off” in the Copy & Record Settings menu. Turn Speed Matching “On” to guaran-  
tee that the recording speed of the copy will match the playback speed of the source tape.  
Why does the tape eject when I use Copy Tape or put a tape in to record?  
Make sure the Record Safety Tab has not been removed from your tape. If the tab is missing, you can place a  
small piece of tape over the opening.  
Why does the tape sometimes play or rewind when I dont want it to?  
Turn Auto Play/Rewind off in the Dual-Deck Features menu. When this feature is turned on, the VCR will  
automatically play tapes whenever you load them and/or rewind tapes when they reach the end.  
Turn EZ-Copy off in the Copy and Record Settings menu. When EZ-Copy is turned on, both decks will  
automatically rewind before and after recording when you press Copy Tape.  
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Why does my on-screen display show “Error”?  
This indicates a problem with the VCR tape mechanism. Turn the power off and on again to reset. If this does  
not clear the error, unplug the VCR from the power outlet and inspect both tape slots for foreign objects, or for  
jammed or crooked tapes.  
Why cant I eject a tape using my remote?  
• Make sure Remote Eject is turned “On” in the Dual-Deck Features menu.  
• If you have programmed scenes for editing in the 8-Scene Edit List, you cannot eject the tape in Deck 1 with  
the remote control. This protects you from losing your scene programming. You can either clear the scenes  
from the Edit List or press Stop/Eject on the front panel, which erases the scenes automatically.  
Why cant I reset the Deck 1 tape counter?  
• If you have programmed scenes for editing in the 8-Scene Edit List, you cannot reset the Deck 1 tape  
counter. This protects you from losing your scene programming. You can either clear the scenes from the  
Edit List or press Stop/Eject on the front panel, which erases the scenes automatically.  
Why doesnt my VCR work?  
• A strong static electricity shock or other unforeseen circumstances may cause the control system of your  
Dual-Deck VCR to lock up. To reset the control system, first unplug the power cord from the wall outlet for  
10 seconds and plug it in again.  
• If this doesnt restore all operations to normal, unplug the VCR again for 15 minutes. You will then need to  
reset the clock (if the clock is still set, you havent unplugged it long enough).  
• If these steps do not correct the problem, the Dual-Deck VCR must be serviced by an authorized service  
center.  
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Why cant I bring up the 8-Scene Edit List?  
• Insert a tape in Deck 1. The VCR must have a tape in Deck 1 for the 8-Scene Edit List to appear.  
• 8-Scene Edit List is not available during Copy Tape.  
Why arent the tape counters moving?  
If the VCR is playing a blank section of tape (only video noise, or “snow” appears on-screen), the tape counter  
cannot operate. The VCR requires a control track, which is only present on recorded tape, to provide counter  
information.  
Why cant I get a Menu or an On-Screen Display?  
• If the VCR is playing a blank section of tape (only video noise, or “snow” appears on-screen), the VCR  
cannot produce on-screen menus or displays. Stop the tape or record on it to enable the displays.  
• The remote may be set to control the TV instead of the VCR. Press the VCR button on your remote to reacti-  
vate it.  
• If the Date/Time Stamp is set to “Cont” (Continuous) and a recording is in progress, the on-screen menus and  
displays are disabled. Press Stop on the recording deck to restore normal on-screen functions.  
Why do I get a blue screen?  
• If a channel is too weak to deliver a clear picture, the VCR will display a blue screen in its place. To see  
channels with poor reception, turn on the Show Weak Channels feature in the Tuner and Channel List menu.  
• Double-check your antenna connections or tuner settings.  
Why is my Power button blinking?  
The VCR is in Auto Power Off mode. If you press the Power button while rewinding, copying, Timer Record-  
ing, One-Touch Recording or using EZ-Copy, the VCR will automatically turn off when the function is com-  
pleted. Pressing the Power button toggles Auto Power On and Off.  
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Why is my Copy Tape button blinking?  
This indicates that the deck is in Pause mode while copying a tape. See Sync Editing on page 64.  
Why wont my remote operate all my TV functions?  
The remote control does not have a command for every function on your television. Some brands of television  
will only respond to a limited number of functions. See the table on page 84 for a list of common brands and  
functions.  
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Technical Specifications  
VIDEO SYSTEM  
1/2-inch VHS system, 4 rotary head helical scanning; FM azimuth luminance; chromi-  
nance: converted sub system phase shift  
NTSC-type color signal EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields)  
Normal: 1 track  
12.7 mm, 1/2 inch  
SP: 33.35 mm/s; SLP: 11.12 mm/s  
TELEVISION SYSTEM  
AUDIO TRACK  
TAPE WIDTH  
TAPE SPEED  
PLAY/RECORD TIME  
FF/REW TIME  
HEADS  
T-180 tape: SP 3 hours, SLP 9 hours  
T-120 tape: <2 minutes  
Video:  
DA 4 rotary heads  
Audio:  
Control:  
2 rotary heads; 1 stationary head (Linear)  
1 stationary head  
Erase:  
1 full track, 1 audio track  
VIDEO  
Input:  
Output:  
Horiz Res:  
S/N Ratio:  
AUDIO  
RCA Type, 75 ohms unbalanced, 1 V P-P (x2)  
RCA Type, 75 ohms unbalanced, 1 V P-P  
Monochrome, more than 230 lines  
Better than 43 dB  
Input:  
Output:  
TV Tuner:  
AUDIO IN (RCA) -8 dbm, 47K ohms (x2)  
AUDIO OUT (RCA) -8 dbm, 1.5K ohm  
181 channel frequency synthesized. VHF input Ch 2 - Ch 13. UHF input Ch 14 - Ch 69.  
VHF & UHF one input. Cable Ch 5A, A-5 through A-1, A-I, J through W+58, W+59  
through W+84. 75 ohm unbalanced F-type connector.  
Better than 43 dB  
S/N Ratio:  
RF MODULATION  
POWER REQUIREMENT  
CLOCK BACKUP TIME  
ENVIRONMENT  
DIMENSIONS  
Channel 3 or 4  
120V AC, 60 Hz, 26 watts maximum  
<1 minute  
41-104 F (5-40 C); 10%-75% humidity  
540 x 100 x 400 mm (22" x 4" x 15 3/4")  
6.2 Kg (13.6 lbs.)  
WEIGHT  
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Dual-Deck VCR Limited Warranty  
Who Provides the Limited Warranty  
During the warranty period, the Go-Video Warranty Administrator will honor  
Dual-Deck VCR service for 90 days labor, 1 year parts from the original date of  
consumer purchase. See below for Commercial, Industrial or Educational use  
coverage. Dual-Deck VCR remote controls are warranted for 90 days from the  
date of purchase.  
Who is Protected  
This warranty protects the original consumer owner of this Go-Video product.  
What is Covered and How Long  
This warranty covers internal operating parts and service/labor to repair or  
replace covered parts in this Go-Video product for 90 days labor, 1 year parts,  
from the date of purchase, defined as follows: (1) Original Consumer Retail  
Purchase; (2) First Rental Purchase Agreement; or (3) First Lease Purchase  
Agreement (the “Warranty Period”). Labor and replacement parts supplied  
during the Warranty Period are covered only for the remaining portion of the  
original Warranty Period. The Go-Video Warranty Administrator shall have no  
liability for service under this warranty if non-OEM (Original Equipment  
Manufacturer) replacement parts are used in the repair of your Go-Video  
product.  
What the Owner Must Do If Service is Required  
If service under this warranty is required, contact the Go-Video Warranty  
Administrator at (480) 922-0896 to determine the nearest authorized Go-Video  
service center.  
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Other Warranty Coverage  
Commercial, Industrial or Educational use has the same warranty coverage as  
stated in this warranty.  
What are the Exceptions  
This warranty does not cover: (1) Normal maintenance service, such as video  
head cleaning. (2) Damage from misuse, abuse neglect or accident, natural  
disasters or Acts of God. (3) Cabinetry, decorative parts, A/C adapters, knobs or  
buttons. (4) The foreign country use of this product. (5) Go-Video product  
which has been electronically or mechanically modified in any way or incor-  
porated into other products. (6) Installation and set-up service adjustments. (7)  
Owner instruction. Your Owners Guide provides information regarding  
operating instructions and user controls. For additional information, contact  
your authorized Go-Video dealer.  
Go Video is not responsible for any shipping, handling or insurance charges.  
This Exclusive Limited Warranty excludes all incidental and consequential  
damages. Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental and consequen-  
tial damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.  
ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MER-  
CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED  
IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS WARRANTY PERIOD. Some  
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the  
above limitation may not apply to you.  
This Exclusive Limited Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may  
also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
GO-VIDEO WARRANTY ADMINISTRATOR  
Sensory Science Corp.  
7835 East McClain Drive • Scottsdale, Arizona 85260-1732  
(480) 922-0896 • customerservice@sensoryscience.com  
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Index  
Index  
Cable/DSS Button 13  
Channel Up/Down Arrows 13, 15, 47  
Child Lock 19  
Clear Button 13, 14, 23, 25, 63, 74  
CLK/CTR Button 14, 17, 69  
Clock  
Clock Set Channel 11  
Display 69  
Set Manually 7  
Clock/Counter/Time Remaining Display 69  
Commercials, Cutting 66  
Complete Program Record 57, 58  
Computer Monitor 80  
Connect  
Antenna to VCR 2  
Audio Source 40  
VCR to Monitor 80  
VCR to TV 2  
Symbols  
D
0–9 Buttons 23, 31, 32, 47  
100+ Button 13  
Date and Time Display 27  
Date/Time Stamp 53, 71  
Day, Set 8, 55  
8-Scene Editor 61, 62  
Daylight Savings Time, Set 7, 9  
Deck 1  
A
Add Channel 31  
Record Source 51  
Remote Button 14  
Tape Status 17  
AM/PM 8, 55  
Antenna Cable (RF) 1, 2, 77  
Antenna, Indoor/Outdoor 29  
Audio  
Connections 79  
Inputs 16, 81  
Outputs 79, 81  
Source 40  
Auto Features  
Auto Channel Search 5, 30  
Auto Clock Set 5, 7, 9, 11  
Auto Copy Mode 37  
Auto Play 19, 41, 45, 64  
Auto Power Off 88  
Auto Power On 13  
Auto Setup 3, 5, 78  
Auto Tracking (ATR) 43  
Auto Tuner Detect 29  
Aux Input 16, 26, 39, 57, 79, 81  
Deck 2  
Record Source 51  
Remote Button 14  
Tape Status 17  
Deck Play/Record Speed 27  
Deck Select Button 15  
Deck Status 27  
Direct Time Search 74  
Display Button 14  
Display Message 27  
Double-Speed Playback 42  
Dual-Deck VCR 1  
Copy  
Audio Insert 39, 40  
Basic 35  
Display 27  
Front Panel Indicator 17  
Mode 37  
E
English 5, 6  
Copy Tape  
Error Messages 27  
Event Length, Set 56  
Event Number, Choose 55  
Event Type, Set 56  
EZ Copy 21, 36, 64  
During Skip Edit 66  
During Sync Edit 64  
Front panel 15  
B
Operation 35  
Batteries 1  
Blank Search 73  
Remote control 13  
To make a tape 63  
To record titles 68  
Copy/Record Settings Menu 21, 39  
Copyright 4  
F
C
F.Adv/Skip Button  
Basic 13  
Cable TV  
Cable Box Hookup 77  
CATV 29  
Frame Advance 42  
Skip 42  
Skip Edit 66  
Counter Position 27  
Cue 42  
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F.Forward 14, 15, 24, 42, 71, 72  
Factory Settings 25  
FAQs 85  
Frame Advance 42  
Freeze Frame 42  
Manual Setup 6  
LCV (Last Channel Viewed) 13  
Left Arrow Key 23  
Length (H) 56  
Length (M) 56  
Loop  
Playback 44  
Recording 49  
Lowest Channel Found 30  
Elements 27  
Index Marks 70  
Overview 26  
Settings 28  
Timer Record Errors 60  
On-Screen Menu System 21  
One-Touch Recording (OTR)  
Index Marks 70  
Overview 49  
Titler 68  
French 5, 6  
Frequently Asked Questions 85  
Front Panel Display  
Clock/Counter/Time Remaining 69  
Overview 17  
M
Settings 18  
Timer Record Errors 60  
Front Panel Overview 15  
Overlapping Events 60  
Main Menu 6, 21, 23, 24  
Menu Button 14  
Menu Navigation  
Front Panel 24  
Remote Control 23  
Minute, Set  
P
Panel Display, Set 18  
Pause 15  
H
Hour, Set  
Clock 8  
Picture Search 42  
Play Button  
Timer Record 55  
HQ1 (High Quality 1) 37  
HQ2 (High Quality 2) 37  
Clock 8  
During Index Scan 71  
Front Panel 15  
Menu Navigation 24  
Play Mode 42  
Playback  
Timer Record 55  
Monday-Friday 56  
Month, Set  
I
Clock 8  
Index Marks 69, 70, 71, 72  
Index Scan 71  
Index Search 72  
Insert Tape 41, 59  
Internal Clock 5  
Timer Record 55  
Multi-Brand Remote  
Operation 84  
Setup 83  
Basic 41  
Front Panel Display 17  
Special Features 42  
Speed 38  
While Recording 48  
Power Button  
Mute 13  
J
N
During OTR 49  
Front Panel 15  
Initial Setup 3  
Remote Control 13  
To Control TV 83  
Jet Search 42  
Not Ready 60  
L
O
Language  
On-Screen Display (OSD)  
During OTR 49  
Auto Setup 3, 5  
Cable Box Setup 78  
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RF Antenna Cable 77  
Right Arrow Key 23  
Stop/Eject 14, 15, 17, 24, 73, 74  
Super Long Play (SLP) 50, 58  
Sync Editing 61, 64, 65, 66, 70  
Q
Quick Reference Guide 1  
S
R
T
Satellite Receiver 77  
Scene  
RCA Cables 16, 79, 80, 81  
Read Me First 1  
T-120 Tape 50, 58  
Tape Counter 69  
Tape Missing Tab 60  
Tape Speed 17  
Target Tape 35, 61, 64  
Time Remaining 69  
Time, Set 8  
Mark Beginning 62  
Mark End 62  
Number 62  
Real-Time Tape Counter 69  
Record  
Basic 47  
Button 14, 15  
Deck 57  
From Other Equipment 81  
Mode 49, 68  
Scene/Title Button 14, 62, 68  
Screen Display, Set 28  
Search/Index Button 14, 70, 72, 74  
Search/Index Features 69  
Sequential  
Time Zone 7, 9, 10  
Timer  
Options 48  
Playback 44  
Date/Time Stamp 53  
Event 58  
Safety Tab 41, 47, 59  
Source 27, 51, 57  
Speed 17, 27, 38, 50  
Titles 67  
Set Timer Button 55  
Setup Menu 9, 21, 22  
Shuttle 42  
Shuttle Keys 13  
Skip 42  
Front Panel Display 17  
Timer Recording  
Date/Time Stamp 53  
Error Indicator 17  
Errors 60  
Registration Card 1  
Remote Control  
Skip Edit 65, 66  
Child Lock 19  
Slow +/– Buttons 42  
Slow Motion Playback 42  
SLP 17, 38, 50, 52, 58  
Source Tape 35, 61, 64, 65  
SP 17, 37, 38, 50, 58  
SP/SLP Button 14, 50  
Spanish 5, 6  
Special Playback Features 42  
Speed Matching 38  
Standard Play (SP) 50, 57, 58  
Stereo 77  
Factory Settings 25  
How to Set 55  
Index Marks 70  
Index Scan 71  
Menu 21  
OSD Messages 27  
Other Sources 81  
Titler 68  
Menu Navigation 23  
Multibrand Setup 83  
Overview 13  
Remote Eject 20  
Unpacking 1  
Remove Channel 32  
Repeat 42  
Reset Factory Settings 25  
Return to 0:00:00 75  
Reverse Jet Search 42  
Reverse Picture Search 42  
Review 42  
Titler  
Composing Message 67  
Recording Message 68  
Tracking 13  
Still Button 14, 42, 65  
Auto (ATR) 43  
Manual 43  
Rewind 14, 15, 17, 24, 42, 71, 72  
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Tuner 26, 28, 51  
Tuner & Channel List 21, 32, 33  
Tuner Band 29, 30  
TV Button 13, 83  
TV Mode 48  
TV Monitor Connections 80  
TV View Button 14, 26, 27, 81  
TV/VCR Button 13, 15, 17, 47, 48, 80  
W
Warranty 1  
Watch Another Videotape 48  
Weak Channels 33  
Website 85  
Weekly 56  
X
XDS 11  
U
Up/Down Arrows 23, 57  
Users Guide 1  
Y
Year, Set 8  
V
VCR 2, 3, 17, 19  
VCR Mode 17, 83  
VCR Output Channel 2, 78  
VHF/UHF Antenna 29  
VHS, Standard 41  
Video 80  
Video Equipment, Connecting Other 81  
Video Line Input 16  
Video Line Inputs 81  
Video Outputs 79, 80, 81  
Voice-Overs 39  
Vol +/– 13  
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