Sylvania VCR SSV6001A User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL  
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SSV6001A  
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.  
WARNING:  
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within  
CAUTION  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK  
DO NOT OPEN  
an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user  
to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage"  
within the product's enclosure that may be of suffi-  
cient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric  
shock to persons.  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC  
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).  
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER  
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.  
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle  
is intended to alert the user to the presence of impor-  
tant operating and maintenance (servicing) instruc-  
tions in the literature accompanying the product.  
The caution marking is located on the rear of the cabinet.  
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS  
1. Read Instructions- All the safety and operating instructions should be  
read before the appliance is operated.  
FIGURE A  
ANTENNA  
2. Retain Instructions- The safety and operating instructions should be  
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING  
AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
LEAD  
WIRE  
retained for future reference.  
3. Heed Warnings- All warnings on the appliance and in the operating  
instructions should be adhered to.  
4. Follow Instructions- All operating and use instructions should be  
followed.  
5. Cleaning- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet before  
cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a  
damp cloth for cleaning.  
EXCEPTION: A product that is meant for uninterrupted service and, that  
for some specific reason, such as the possibility of the loss of an  
authorization code for a CATV converter, is not intended to be unplugged  
by the user for cleaning or any other purpose, may exclude the reference  
to unplugging the appliance in the cleaning description otherwise  
required in item 5.  
GROUND  
CLAMP  
ANTENNA  
DISCHARGE UNIT  
(NEC SECTION 810-20)  
ELECTRIC  
SERVICE  
EQUIPMENT  
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS  
(NEC SECTION 810-21)  
GROUND CLAMP  
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE  
S2898A  
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING  
ELECTRODE SYSTEM  
(NEC ART 250, PART H)  
6. Attachments- Do not use attachments not recommended by the video  
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.  
7.Water and Moisture- Do not use this video product near water, for  
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a  
wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.  
14. Lightning- For added protection for this video product 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 product 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, or  
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.  
8. Accessories- Do not place this video product on an unstable cart,  
stand, tripod, bracket, or table.The video product may fall, causing  
serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the  
appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or  
table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the  
video product. Any mounting of the appliance should follow  
the manufacturer's instructions and should use a mounting  
accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An  
16. Overloading- Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this  
can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.  
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.  
17. Object and Liquid Entry- Never push objects of any kind into this video  
product through any openings as they may touch dangerous voltage  
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never  
spill liquid of any kind on the video product.  
18. Servicing- Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as  
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or  
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.  
19. Damage Requiring Service- Unplug this video product from the wall  
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the  
following conditions:  
9.Ventilation- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for  
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to  
protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or  
covered.The openings should never be blocked by placing the video  
product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.This video product  
should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack  
unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions  
have been adhered to .  
10. Power Sources- This video product 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 products intended to operate from battery  
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.  
11. Grounding or Polarization- This video product is equipped with a  
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider  
than the other).This 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 should still fail 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 at plugs, convenience  
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.  
a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.  
b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the video product.  
c. If the video product has been exposed to rain or water.  
d. If the video product does not operate normally by following the operating  
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating  
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in  
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to  
restore the video product to its normal operation.  
e. If the video product has been dropped or damaged in any way.  
f. When the video product 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 have 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  
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to  
determine that the video product is in proper operating condition.  
13. Outdoor Antenna Grounding- If an outside antenna or cable system is  
connected to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable system is  
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and  
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,  
ANSI/NFPA No. 70, provides information with regard 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. (Fig. A)  
22. Heat- This video product should be situated away from heat sources  
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including  
amplifiers) that produce heat.  
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PREPARATION FOR USE  
1 Check contents  
VCR to AV TV connection using AUDIO/VIDEO Cables  
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories  
listed in "as below".  
Using Optional AUDIO/ VIDEO Output Jacks  
With this connection, you can get better pictures and  
sounds when playing back a tape if your TV has A/V  
Input jacks. Please refer to your TV’s owner’s manual.  
Using AUDIO/VIDEO Input Jacks  
SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES  
ACCESSORIES  
Coaxial Cable  
PART NO.  
WPZ0901TM002  
NA301UD/NA351UD  
AA x 2  
You can use the A/V input jacks on the front or the back  
of the VCR.  
Remote Control Unit  
Batteries  
To use the input jacks on the back of the VCR, select  
"L1" position by pressing [0], [0], [1] on the remote  
(
)
control or [CHANNEL  
].  
To use the input jacks on the front of the VCR, select  
"L2" position by pressing [0], [0], [2] on the remote  
2 Situate VCR  
Place the VCR in a stable, horizontal surface.  
(
)
control or [CHANNEL  
].  
3 Connect VCR to TV  
“L1” or “L2” is found  
before the lowest  
memorized channel.  
(Example: CH2)  
[Playing VCR]  
AUDIO  
L
VCR to TV Connection  
OUT  
IN  
IN  
R
1. Disconnect the AC power cord of the TV from the AC  
outlet.  
VIDEO  
Audio/Videocables  
(not supplied)  
OUT  
2. Disconnect the antenna or cable from the TV.  
3. Connect the antenna or cable to the ANT. IN jack of  
the VCR.  
4. Connect the VCR to the TV using the coaxial cable.  
5. Plug the AC power cords of the VCR and TV into the  
AC outlets.  
[TV A/V]  
IN  
L
R
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
SETTING THE CH3/CH4 SWITCH  
[VHF/UHF  
[Back of the VCR]  
[Indoor antenna]  
combination antenna]  
[Back of the  
If your TV does not have A/V terminals:  
When the VCR is in the Playback mode or when the  
VCR is in the VCR mode, your TV will receive signals  
from the VCR on either channel 3 or 4. To use the VCR  
with your TV, set the selector switch to CH3 or CH4  
(which is located in the back of  
UHF/VHF combination TV]  
Coaxial cable  
(supplied)  
ANT  
IN  
OR  
OR  
UHF/VHF  
[Cable box or satellite box]  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
From Cable or  
Satellite Company  
your VCR), whichever is not  
OUT  
CH3  
CH4  
used for normal broadcasts in  
your area. Then set your TV to  
the same channel.  
CH3 CH4  
[Back of the VCR]  
SETUP  
AUTOMATIC CHANNEL SET UP  
You can automatically program the tuner to scan only  
the channels you receive in your area.  
4 Select the On Screen Language  
("ENGLISH" or "ESPAÑOL")  
by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press  
[F.FWD].  
Channel memory programming is NOT needed when you  
connected the VCR to a cable box or satellite box as in  
"Connect VCR to TV". In this case, select the VCR and TV  
to channel 3 or 4 the same channel as the CH3 or CH4  
switch on the back of the VCR. Then, the channel you  
want to record or view may be selected at the cable box or  
satellite box.  
Follow the steps below once. Repeat it only if there is a  
power failure or if the VCR is unplugged for more than 30  
seconds. (In these cases, the programmed channels are  
erased.)  
5Begin channel preset  
CH 01  
by pressing [F.FWD] once. The tuner scans  
and memorizes all active channels in your  
area.  
AUTO SET UP  
• The VCR distinguishes between standard  
TV channels and cable channels.  
6 After scanning,  
the tuner stops on the lowest memorized channel. The TV  
screen returns to TV mode.  
• If "AUTO SET UP" appears on the TV screen again, check  
the cable connections. Press [F.FWD] once again and the  
VCR will begin preset again.  
You must follow the steps below before attempting to  
play or record a video tape. If you want to play or  
record a video tape BEFORE programming the tuner,  
you can cancel it by pressing [EXIT/RESET].  
T
O SELECT A DESIRED CHANNEL  
1 You need to connect the antenna or cable to the VCR  
first. Then, connect the VCR power plug into a  
standard AC outlet.  
You can select the desired channel by using [CHANNEL  
(
control.  
)
] or directly pressing [Number] on the remote  
2 Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4.  
Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to  
match the channel selected on the TV.  
Note for using the Number buttons:  
• When selecting cable channels which are higher than  
99, press [+100] first, then press the last two digits.  
You must precede single-digit channel numbers with a  
zero (For example: 02, 03, 04 and so on).  
3 Turn on the VCR by pressing [POWER]. It comes on that  
both the POWER and the VCR/TV indicator.  
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T
O PRESET THE CHANNEL AGAIN  
PLAYBACK FUNCTION  
1 Press [MENU] until the main menu appears.  
NORMAL PLAYBACK  
2 Select "CHANNEL SET UP" by pressing [PLAY] or  
[STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].  
Insert the prerecorded tape. The  
VCR will turn on. If the safety tab has  
been removed, the VCR will start  
playback automatically.  
1
3 Select "AUTO SET UP" by pressing [PLAY] or  
[STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD]. After scanning, the tuner  
stops on the lowest memorized channel.  
TO ADD/DELETE CHANNELS  
Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4.  
Now set the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the  
VCR to match the channel selected on the TV.  
2
3
When the VCR automatically program the tuner to scan  
only the channels you receive in your area, some  
channels may be skipped due to weak signal. You can  
manually add the channel in the VCR memory.  
1 Press [MENU] until the main menu  
Begin playback by pressing [PLAY].  
Tracking adjustment will be set automatically (Digital  
Tracking function) when you start playback. To adjust  
(
)
the tracking manually, press [CHANNEL  
] on  
appears.  
- MENU -  
the VCR.  
TIMER PROGRAMMING  
2 Select "CHANNEL SET UP" by  
pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. Then,  
press [F.FWD].  
3 Select "MANUAL SET UP" by  
pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. Then,  
press [F.FWD].  
[OFF]  
AUTO REPEAT  
CHANNEL SET UP  
CLOCK SET  
• When a tape has reached the end, the VCR will  
rewind the tape to the beginning, eject the tape, and  
turn off the VCR automatically.  
• S-VHS Quasi Playback (SQPB): This unit allows you  
to view a tape recorded in S-VHS format. (Noise  
lines may appear on the picture.)  
LANGUAGE SELECT  
AUDIO OUT  
[ON]  
TV STEREO  
SAP  
4 Enter the desired channel number by pressing  
[PLAY] or [STOP].  
4
To stop playback, press [STOP].  
5 Add or Delete it from memory by pressing [F.FWD]  
or [REW] so that "ADD" or "DELETE" flashes on the  
TV screen accordingly.  
STILL/SLOW  
You can freeze the picture on TV screen by pressing  
[PAUSE/STILL] during playback.  
6 Exit the Preset mode by pressing [EXIT/RESET].  
You can advance the picture by one frame at a time  
by pressing [PAUSE/STILL] during the still mode.  
• If the picture begins to vibrate vertically during the still  
mode, stabilize the picture by pressing  
TO CHANGE THE ON-SCREEN LANGUAGE  
(
)
[CHANNEL  
].  
1 Press [MENU] until the main menu appears.  
2 Select "LANGUAGE SELECT" by pressing [PLAY] or  
[STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].  
3 Select "ENGLISH" or "ESPAÑOL" by pressing [PLAY]  
or [STOP]. Then, press [EXIT/RESET].  
• If the picture is distorted or rolling vertically, adjust the  
vertical hold control on your TV, if equipped.  
You can see the slow motion by pressing [SLOW]  
during playback or the still mode.  
• If the noise bar appears on the TV screen, you can  
reduce it by pressing [CHANNEL  
(
)
].  
CLOCK SET UP  
Set the clock accurately for proper automatic timer  
recording. We suggest that you use a TV or radio  
station as your time source.  
• After the VCR has been in Still/Slow mode for 5  
minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the tape  
and the video head from damage.  
To return playback, press [PLAY].  
1 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].  
(If the clock is not set, the CLOCK SET menu  
appears first. In this case, follow step [3].)  
AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK  
2 Select "CLOCK SET" by pressing [PLAY] or  
This feature allows you to play a tape over and over.  
1 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].  
2 Select "AUTO REPEAT" by pressing [PLAY] or  
[STOP].  
3 Begin auto repeat playback by pressing [F.FWD] so  
that [ON] appears next to "AUTO REPEAT".  
• If the on-screen menu still remains, press  
[EXIT/RESET] to exit the menu.  
[STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].  
3 Set the clock.  
Set the month Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.  
Then, press [F.FWD].  
Set the day  
Press [PLAY] or [STOP]repeatedly.  
Then, press [F.FWD].  
To cancel the Auto repeat mode, press [F.FWD] at  
step [3] so that [OFF] appears next to "AUTO  
REPEAT".  
Set the year  
Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.  
Then, press [F.FWD].  
The day of the week will appear automatically.  
• When you set the Auto repeat mode to [ON] while the  
Counter memory mode is ON, the VCR will exit the  
Counter memory mode automatically.  
Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.  
Then, press [F.FWD].  
Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly.  
Then, press [F.FWD].  
Set the hour  
Set the minute  
SEARCH FUNCTIONS  
Press [PLAY] or [STOP]  
repeatedly.  
Set the AM  
or PM  
CLOCK SET  
PICTURE SEARCH  
MONTH DAY  
YEAR  
03 18 MON 2002  
/
If you want to skip or repeat a scene during playback,  
press [F.FWD] or [REW].  
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM  
05  
:
40  
PM AM  
PM  
• Press it again and the VCR will now search in super  
high speed. (in the LP/SLP modes only)  
To go back one step, press [REW].  
4 Start the clock by pressing [EXIT/RESET] or  
[F.FWD].  
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INDEX SEARCH  
TIME SEARCH  
The index signal is recorded on the tape automatically  
when the recording is started. If you want to view a  
recording at a specific start point, it can easily be done.  
This feature allows you to fast forward or rewind the  
tape for a desired length of time.  
1 Press [SEARCH MODE] so that the Time Search  
menu appears.  
1 Press [SEARCH MODE] so that the Index Search  
menu appears.  
2 Enter your desired time to skip  
INDEX SEARCH  
2 Enter your desired number by  
by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]  
TIME SEARCH  
2 : 50  
03  
pressing [PLAY] or [STOP] within 30  
seconds.  
within 30 seconds.  
3 Press [F.FWD] or [REW] to start  
time search. If you want to go in  
the forward direction, press  
3 Press [F.FWD] or [REW] to start  
index search. If you want to go in  
the forward direction, press [F.FWD].  
If you want to go in the reverse  
direction, press [REW].  
• After index search, the VCR will play the tape  
automatically.  
[F.FWD]. If you want to go in the  
reverse direction, press [REW].  
• After time search, the VCR will play the tape  
automatically.  
RECORDING FUNCTION  
It may be unlawful to record playback copyrighted  
material without the consent of the copyright owner.  
Accidental erasure prevention  
To prevent accidental recording on a  
recorded cassette, remove its record  
TIMER RECORDING  
You may set the VCR to start recording while you are  
away. You can set seven programs to record on specific  
days, daily or weekly within a 1 year period.  
1 Insert a tape with its safety tab into the VCR.  
2 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].  
3 Select "TIMER PROGRAMMING" by pressing [PLAY]  
or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].  
• If you have not yet set the clock, "CLOCK SET"  
appears. If so, follow the steps [3] and [4] in "CLOCK  
SET UP" section. Then, set the timer recording.  
4 Set the timer.  
safety tab. To record on it later, cover  
the hole with cellophane tape.  
Record safety tab  
Before recording, make sure:  
• The desired channel is selected by pressing [Number] on  
(
)
the remote control or the [CHANNEL  
]. (If you  
connected the VCR to a cable box or satellite box as in  
"VCR to TV connections" on page 3, select the VCR to  
channel 3 or 4 the same channel as the CH3 or CH4 switch  
on the back of the VCR. Then, select the channel you want  
to record at the cable box or satellite box. In this case, you  
can ONLY record and view the SAME channel.)  
Set the program number (1~7)  
PROGRAM NUMBER  
DATE - - / - -  
START TIME - - : - - - -  
END TIME - - : - - - -  
CHANNEL - -  
REC SPEED - -  
4
Program number which is not set up flashes.  
Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly for the  
desired program number.Then, press [F.FWD].  
• There is a tape with its safety tab into the VCR.  
• The desired recording speed is selected in SP(standard  
play) or SLP(super long play) mode by pressing [TAPE  
SPEED] on the VCR.  
Select once, daily or weekly recording  
For once: Press [PLAY] or [STOP] to point to "ONCE".  
For daily (Monday~Friday): Press [PLAY] or  
PROGRAM NUMBER  
ONCE  
4
[STOP] to point to "DAILY".  
For weekly: Press [PLAY] or [STOP] to point to  
DAILY  
WEEKLY  
Tape Speed  
Recording/Playback Time  
"WEEKLY".  
Then, press [F.FWD]  
.
Type of tape  
SP mode  
SLPmod  
T60  
1hour  
3hour  
T120  
2hours  
6hour  
T160  
2-2/3hours  
8hour  
Set the date  
First, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the month. Then, press [F.FWD].  
Next, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the day. Then, press [F.FWD].  
• TV STEREO or SAP is selected.  
Set the start time  
VIEWING AND RECORDING THE  
SAME PROGRAM  
1 Begin the recording by pressing [RECORD].  
To temporarily stop recording or resume it, press  
[PAUSE/STILL]. After the VCR has been in Pause mode  
for 5 minutes, it will stop automatically to protect the tape  
and the video head from damage.  
First, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the hour. Then, press [F.FWD].  
Next, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for the minute. Then, press [F.FWD]  
.
And then, press [PLAY] or [STOP] for AM or PM. Then, press [F.FWD]  
.
Set the end time  
Follow the instructions of "Set the start time" to set the end time.  
Set the channel number  
Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly for the desired channel number.  
Then, press [F.FWD].  
2 Press [STOP] when recording is completed.  
If you connected the VCR to a cable box or satellite box as in "Connect  
VCR to TV" on page 3, select the VCR to channel 3 or 4 the same channel  
as the CH3 or CH4 switch on the back of the VCR.  
OTR(One Touch Recording)  
This feature allows you to set the recording length simply  
by pressing [REC/OTR] on the VCR.  
1 Begin OTR by pressing [REC/OTR] on the VCR  
repeatedly until the desired recording length appears.  
Then, select the channel you want to record at the cable box or satellite box.  
Leave the cable box or satellite box on for timer recording.  
ONE TIME PROGRAM  
Set the tape speed  
PROGRAM NUMBER  
DATE 05/13 MON  
START TIME 07:30 PM  
END TIME 08:30 PM  
4
Press [PLAY] or [STOP] repeatedly for the  
desired tape speed.  
Then, press [F.FWD].  
CHANNEL  
16  
REC SPEED SP  
SP  
SLP  
REC  
OTR(0:30)  
OTR(1:00).....  
To go back one step, press [REW].  
5 To set another program, repeat step [4]. To exit, press  
[EXIT/RESET].  
(Normal recording)  
6 Press [POWER] to set the timer. The TIMER  
indicator on the VCR comes on.  
OTR(8:00)  
OTR(7:30)  
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• Go to the digit you want to change by pressing [F.FWD]  
or [REW]. Then, enter correct numbers by pressing  
[PLAY] or [STOP].  
You may cancel the entire program by pressing [REW]  
during the program number flashes.  
HINTS FOR TIMER RECORDING  
• If there is a power failure or the VCR is unplugged for  
more than 30 seconds, the clock setting and all timer  
settings will be lost.  
• If the tape runs out before the end time, the VCR will  
switch to the Stop mode immediately, eject the tape and  
the VCR power will be turned off. The TIMER indicator  
will flash.  
• If a tape is not in the VCR or does not have the safety  
tab, the TIMER indicator flashes and timer recording  
cannot be performed. Please insert a recordable tape.  
5 Press [EXIT/RESET] to exit.  
6 Press [POWER] to return to timer stand-by mode.  
COUNTER MEMORY FUNCTION  
Use this feature to memorize the beginning of recording  
start point.  
REC  
1) Press [COUNTER RESET] on  
the remote control to reset the  
counter.  
TO STOP AN AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM  
ALREADY STARTED  
Press [STOP/EJECT] on the VCR.  
2) Press [COUNTER MEMORY]  
on the remote control so that  
SP  
M0:00:00  
“M” appears on the TV screen.  
3) Record the program.  
TO CHECK, CORRECT, OR CANCEL AN  
AUTOMATIC TIMER PROGRAM  
1 Turn the power on by pressing [POWER].  
2 Select main menu by pressing [MENU].  
3 Select "TIMER PROGRAMMING" by pressing [PLAY]  
or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD].  
4 Select the program number which you want to  
check by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. The details of  
the selected program appears on the TV screen.  
4) After recording, press [STOP] then [REW].  
• When “0:00:00” is reached, rewinding operation goes  
to stop. And you can view the recording program.  
• [COUNTER MEMORY] does not function if the Auto  
repeat mode is set to [ON]. In this case, set the Auto  
repeat mode to [OFF].  
To cancel the Counter memory mode, press  
[COUNTER MEMORY] so that “M” disappears from  
the TV screen.  
SPECIAL FEATURES  
COPYING A VIDEO TAPE  
MTS (Multi-Channel Television Sound) SYSTEM  
You can make copies of video tapes made by friends or  
relatives for your enjoyment.  
Warning: Unauthorized recordings of copyrighted video  
tapes may be an infringement of copyright laws.  
Connect the recording VCR(this unit), the playing VCR  
(another source) and your TV using the following diagram.  
When you play a VHS tape, or  
STOP  
12:00AM  
CH 32  
receive a broadcast on the VCR  
tuner channel you are watching,  
the status shown below will  
appear when you press  
STEREO  
SAP  
1)  
2)  
[DISPLAY] on the remote control.  
When you record the MTS  
broadcast signal, you need  
setting the MTS mode.  
SP  
0:00:00  
HIFI  
[Recording VCR]  
(this unit)  
[TV set]  
(Use for monitoring)  
Audio/Video cables  
(not supplied)  
ANT  
AUDIO  
L
IN  
Coaxial cable  
(supplied)  
1) Press [MENU] and select "TV STEREO" or "SAP" by  
pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD] for  
fix mode. To exit, press [EXIT/RESET].  
• Although a program may be broadcast in both stereo  
and second audio, you must select the Recording mode  
in TV STEREO or SAP before you record a broadcast.  
2) Press [MENU] and select "AUDIO OUT" by pressing  
[PLAY] or [STOP]. Then, press [F.FWD]. Next, select  
"HIFI" or "MONO" by pressing [PLAY] or [STOP]. To  
exit, press [EXIT/RESET].  
IN  
OUT  
OUT  
LEFT RIGHT  
R
IN  
VIDEO  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
OUT  
ANT in  
CH3 CH4  
IN  
OUT  
[Playing VCR]  
(another source)  
1) Insert a pre-recorded tape into the playing VCR.  
2) Insert a tape with its safety tab into the recording VCR.  
3) Press [TAPE SPEED] on the recording VCR to select  
the desired recording speed (SP/SLP).  
4) Select the “L1” or “L2”position on the recording VCR.  
See page 3, under “Using AUDIO/VIDEO Input jacks”.  
5) Press [REC/OTR] on the recording VCR.  
• While the VCR is set in HIFI stereo mode, HIFI appears on  
the TV screen. While the VCR is set in monaural  
(MONO) mode, HIFI disappears from the TV screen.  
6) Begin playback of the tape in the playing VCR.  
• For best results during dubbing, use the VCR’s front  
panel controls whenever possible. The remote control  
might affect the playing VCR’s operation.  
• Always use video-quality shielded cables with RCA-type  
connectors. Standard audio cables are not recommended.  
You can use a video disc player, satellite receiver, or  
other audio/video component with A/V outputs in place  
of the playing VCR.  
MTS RECORDING/MONITOR MODE  
Display on the  
TV screen  
Type of  
STEREO/SAP  
Selection  
Hi-Fi audio track  
(2-channel)  
Normal audio  
track  
broadcast  
L-channel R-channel  
Regular  
-None-  
-Invalid-  
(monaural audio)  
Mono  
L
Mono  
R
Mono  
L+R  
Stereo  
broadcast  
STEREO  
SAP  
-Invalid-  
TV STEREO*  
SAP*  
Main audio Main audio Main audio  
program  
program  
program  
Bilingual  
broadcast  
TO MONITOR THE RECORDING  
Sub audio Sub audio  
Sub audio  
program  
1) Turn on the TV and set the TV to channel 3 or 4. Now set  
the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR to match the  
channel selected on the TV.  
program  
L
program  
R
TV STEREO*  
SAP*  
L+R  
Sub audio  
program  
Stereo &  
Bilingual  
broadcast  
STEREO  
SAP  
Sub audio Sub audio  
program program  
2) Press [VCR/TV] on the recording VCR so that the  
VCR/TV indicator comes on.  
* You must select the recording mode in TV STEREO or SAP before you record a broadcast.  
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AUTO REWIND  
REAL TIME TAPE COUNTER  
• This shows the elapsed recording or playback time in  
hours, minutes, and seconds. (The displayed time will  
not change during blank portions on the tape.)  
• The indication will appear when the tape is rewound  
further than “0:00:00” on the tape counter.  
When a tape has reached the end during recording,  
playback, or fast-forward, the tape will automatically  
rewind to the beginning. After rewinding finishes, the  
VCR will eject the tape and turn itself to off.  
• The VCR will not rewind the tape automatically during  
timer recording or One Touch Recording.  
• When the Counter Memory is activated, the tape will  
rewind to the M0:00:00 and the VCR will go into the  
Stop mode.  
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE  
If you have followed the instructions contained in this manual and have difficulty in operating your VCR, locate the  
PROBLEM in the left column below. Check the corresponding CORRECTIVE ACTION column to remedy the problem.  
PROBLEM  
No power.  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.  
• Make sure the power is turned on.  
Timer recording is impossible. • Make sure the timer recording is set correctly.  
• Make sure the power is off.  
• Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.  
Cannot go into Record mode. • Make sure the tape has a safety tab. If needed, cover the hole with cellophane tape.  
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Playback picture is partially noisy. • Adjust tracking control for a better picture by pressing [CHANNEL  
] on the VCR.  
Cannot view a tape but the  
• Head cleaning may be necessary. Refer to “AUTO HEAD CLEANING” .  
• Make sure the VCR is not in the Menu mode.  
.
audio is OK  
No or poor playback picture.  
• Select channel 3 or 4 at your TV, then press [VCR/TV] so that the VCR/TV  
indicator on the VCR comes on.  
• Fine tune your TV.  
TV programs cannot be seen  
normally.  
No VCR operation from the  
infrared Remote Control.  
• Re-check the ANT. IN and ANT. OUT connections. See page 3.  
• Press [VCR/TV] so that the VCR/TV indicator on the VCR disappears.  
• Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.  
• Check batteries in remote control.  
Video or color fades in and out You cannot copy a copyrighted video tape. You are experiencing copy guard protection.  
when making a copy of a video tape.  
SPECIFICATIONS  
Operating temperature :  
Converter output :  
5ºC~40ºC (41ºF~104ºF)  
VHF Channel 3 or 4.  
Power requirement :  
Power consumption :  
Dimensions :  
120V, 60Hz  
14 Watts  
W 14-1/4” (360mm)  
H 3-5/8” (92mm)  
D 8-1/2” (216mm)  
4.4 lbs. (2.0 Kg.) (approx.)  
• Designs and specifications are subject to change  
without notice and legal obligation.  
Weight :  
• If there is a discrepancy between languages, the  
default language will be English.  
MAINTENANCE  
SERVICING  
AUTO HEAD CLEANING  
Should your VCR become inoperative, do not try to correct the  
problem by yourself. There are no user-serviceable parts  
inside. Turn off, unplug the power plug, and please call our  
help line at  
• Automatically cleans video heads as you insert or remove a  
cassette, so you can see a clear picture.  
• Playback picture may become blurred or interrupted while the  
TV program reception is clear. Dirt accumulated on the video  
heads after long periods of use, or the usage of rental or  
worn tapes can cause this problem. If a streaky or snowy  
picture appears during playback, the video heads in your  
VCR may need to be cleaned.  
1-800-968-3429,  
to locate an Authorized Service Center.  
CABINET CLEANING  
1. Please visit your local Audio/Video store and purchase a  
good quality VHS Video Head Cleaner.  
• Wipe the front panel and other exterior surfaces of the VCR  
with a soft cloth immersed in lukewarm water and wrung dry.  
• Never use a solvent or alcohol. Do not spray insecticide liquid  
near the VCR. Such chemicals may cause damage and  
discoloration to the exposed surfaces.  
2. If a Video Head Cleaner does not solve the problem, please  
call our help line at 1-800-968-3429, to locate an Authorized  
Service Center.  
NOTES:  
• Remember to read the instructions included with the video  
head cleaner before use.  
• Clean video heads only when problems occur.  
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CONTROLES DE FUNCIONAMIENTO Y FUNCIONES  
Mando a distancia  
Panel frontal  
Indicadores  
1. Botón de la alimentación (POWER)  
2. Botones de número (NUMBER)  
1. Compartimiento del videocasete  
2. Botón de rebobinado  
17. Indicador de alimentación  
18. Indicador de videograbadora/televisor  
19. Indicador de videocasete introducido  
20. Indicador del temporizador  
3. Botón de menús (MENU)  
3. Botón de parada/expulsión  
4. Botón de reproducción  
4. Botón de visualizador (DISPLAY)  
5. Botón de cámara lenta (SLOW)  
5. Botón de avance rápido  
6. Botón de pausa/imagen fija  
7. Botón de menús  
21. Indicador de grabación  
6. Botón de rebobinado (REW)  
Panel trasero  
7. Botón de parada (STOP)  
8. Botón de grabación (RECORD)  
8. Botón de grabación con un toque  
9. Botones de selección de canales  
10. Botón de la velocidad de cinta  
11. Indicadores  
12. Sensor de control remoto  
13. Botón de videograbadora/televisor  
14. Botón de la alimentación  
15. Terminal de entrada de audio  
16. Terminal de entrada de vídeo  
22. Cable de alimentación  
9. Botón de pausa/imagen fija (PAUSE/STILL)  
10. Botón de avance rápido (F.FWD)  
11. Botón de reproducción (PLAY)  
23. Terminal de salida de audio  
24. Terminal de entrada de audio  
25. Terminal de entrada de antena  
26. Terminal de salida de vídeo  
27. Terminal de entrada de vídeo  
28. Conmutador selector de canales  
CH3/CH4  
12. Botón de memoria del contador (COUNTER/MEMORY)  
13. Botón de salida/reposición (EXIT/RESET)  
14. Botón del modo de búsqueda (SEARCH MODE)  
15. Botones de selección de canales (CHANNEL)  
16. Botón de videograbadora/televisor (VCR/TV)  
17. Botón de expulsión (EJECT)  
29. Terminal de salida de antena  
PREPARACIÓN DE CANALES  
PREPARACIÓN DEL RELOJ  
(La antena o la caja de televisión por cable  
deberá estar conectada)  
1. Pulse [MENU] hasta que aparezca el menú principal. (Si el  
reloj no está puesto en hora y se pulsa [MENU], el menú  
AJUSTE DE RELOJ aparece en primer lugar. En este caso,  
siga el paso 3.)  
2. Pulse [PLAY] o [STOP] para indicar a "AJUSTE DE  
RELOJ". Luego, pulse [F.FWD].  
NOTA: Cuando utilice su nueva videograbadora por primera  
vez, o en el caso de ser necesario después de producirse un  
fallo en la alimentación, la videograbadora se pondrá  
inicialmente en el modo de preajuste cuando se pulse  
[POWER].  
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1. Encienda el televisor y ponga el televisor en el canal 3 ó  
4. Ahora ponga el conmutador de la parte trasera de la  
videograbadora para que concuerde con el canal  
seleccionado en el televisor.  
2. Pulse [POWER] para encender la videograbadora.  
3. Seleccione "ENGLISH" o "ESPAÑOL"  
(Spanish) pulsando [PLAY] o [STOP]. Y  
luego pulse [F.FWD].  
4. Pulse una vez [F.FWD].  
[
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El sintonizador explora y memoriza todos  
los canales activos de su zona. Tras la  
exploración, el sintonizador se detiene en  
el canal memorizado más bajo.  
• Para volver atrás un paso, pulse [REW].  
4. Pulse [EXIT/RESET] o [F.FWD] para poner en  
funcionamiento el reloj.  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
Funai Corporation will exchange or repair this product, at its option,  
in the event of defect in materials or workmanship as follows:  
EXCHANGE DURATION:  
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER PACKING MATERIALS, ANY  
ACCESSORIES (EXCEPT REMOTE CONTROL UNITS), ANY  
COSMETIC PARTS, COMPLETE ASSEMBLY PARTS,  
DEMONSTRATION OR FLOOR MODELS.  
1-90 DAYS:  
FUNAI CORPORATION will exchange for a new unit  
without charge for a period of ninety (90) days from  
the date of original retail purchase.  
FUNAI CORPORATION AND ITS REPRESENTATIVES OR AGENTS  
SHALL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY GENERAL, INDIRECT  
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR  
OCCASIONED BY THE USE OF OR THE INABILITY TO USE THIS  
PRODUCT. THIS WARRANTY IS MADE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER  
WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTY OF MERCHANT  
ABILITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, THAT  
ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED BY FUNAI CORPORATION AND ITS  
REPRESENTATIVES OR AGENTS IN THE UNITED STATES.  
91-365 DAYS: FUNAI CORPORATION will exchange for a factory-  
service-to-new-condition unit for a charge of $49.00  
for the period of ninety one (91) days to three  
hundred sixty five (365) days from the date of  
original retail purchase.  
REPAIR DURATION:  
LABOR:  
FUNAI CORPORATION will provide the labor  
without charge for a period of ninety (90) days from  
the date of original retail purchase.  
FUNAI CORPORATION will provide parts to replace  
defective parts without charge for a period of one  
(1) year from the date of original retail purchase.Two  
(2) years for Picture Tube. Certain parts are  
excluded from this warranty.  
ALL WARRANTY INSPECTIONS AND REPAIRS MUST BE  
PERFORMED BY A FUNAI AUTHORIZED CENTER. THIS  
WARRANTY IS VALID WHEN THE PRODUCT IS DELIVERED  
PREPAID TO A FUNAI AUTHORIZED SERVICE FACILITY.  
PARTS:  
IMPORTANT:  
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL  
RIGHTS, YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM  
STATE TO STATE, IF AT ANY TIME DURING THE WARRANTY  
PERIOD YOU ARE UNABLE TO OBTAIN SATISFACTION WITH  
THE EXCHANGE OR REPAIR OF THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE  
CONTACT FUNAI CORPORATION.  
LIMITS AND EXCLUSIONS:  
This warranty is extended only to the original retail purchaser. A  
purchase receipt or other proof of original retail purchase will be  
required together with the product to obtain exchange or service  
under this warranty.  
This warranty shall not be extended to any other person or transferee.  
This warranty is void and of no effect if any serial numbers on the  
product are altered, replaced, defaced or missing. This SYLVANIA  
Limited warranty applies only to product purchased and used in the  
United States.  
This warranty only covers failures due to defects in material or  
workmanship, which occur during normal use. It does not cover  
damage which occurs in shipment, or failures which are caused by  
repairs, alterations, or parts not supplied by FUNAI CORPORATION,  
or damage which results from accident, misuse, abuse, mishandling,  
misapplication, alteration, faulty installation, improper maintenance,  
commercial use such as hotel, rental or office use of this product, or  
damage which results from fire, flood, lightning or other acts of God.  
ATTENTION:  
FUNAI CORPORATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO  
MODIFY ANY DESIGN OF THIS PRODUCT WITHOUT  
PRIOR NOTICE.  
For information about your product, or for information on  
how to exchange or repair your product, telephone or  
write to the following:  
FUNAI CORPORATION  
Customer Service  
100 North Street; Teterboro, NJ 07608  
Telephone (800)968-3429  
PLEASE DO NOT SHIP YOUR UNIT TO THE TETERBORO ADDRESS.  
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