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14.Lightning — For added protection for this VCR receiver 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 VCR due to lightning and power-line surges.

15.Power Lines — An outside antenna s ystem 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.

16.Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets and exten- sion cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

17.Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of an y kind into this VCR through 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 VCR.

18.Servicing — Do not attempt to service this VCR yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dan- gerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

19.Damage Requiring Service — Unplu g this VCR from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service per- sonnel under the following conditions:

When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the VCR.

If the VCR has been exposed to rain or water.

If the VCR does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions, as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the VCR to its normal operation.

If the VCR has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

When the VCR exhibits a distinct change in perfor- mance — 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, that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unau- thorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, injury to persons or other hazards.

21.Safety Check — Upon completion of an y service or repairs to this VCR, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the VCR is in proper operating condition.

22.Heat — This VCR product should be situated awa y from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

WARNING: To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this VCR to rain or moisture.

CAUTION

 

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER- VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

This symbol is intended to alert you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the VCR’s enclosure that might be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock. Do not open the VCR’s case.

This symbol is intended to inform you that im- portant operating and maintenance instruc- ! tions are included in the literature

accompanying this VCR.

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Contents Model Important Safety Instructions Do not Open Tape Motion Controls FeaturesTuning RECORDING/PLAYBACKAutomatic DST Daylight Saving Time Ad Other FeaturesContents Manual Tracking Supplied Accessories Using this ManualBefore YOU Begin Connecting the VCR for Playback only Using the TV’s Audio/Video Input JacksConnections Using the TV’s Single VHF/UHF F-Connector Connecting the VCR for Playback and Recording Connecting an AntennaUsing the TV’s Audio/Video Input Jacks Using the TV’s Single VHF/UHF F-Connector Connecting Cable Important Reminder to the Catv System If you use a cable boxHm Cable Setting the Output Channel Switch Connecting PowerConnecting an A/B Switch A Signal Splitter Quick Look at the Controls Using the Remote ControlInstalling the Batteries PreparationIf a tape is playing Turns the VCR’s power on/offTunes the VCR to the next lower channel REW quickly rewinds a video cassette tape if Four Head Setting the ON-SCREEN Programming LanguageSetting the Clock Catv Setting the Channels the VCR Tunes toPress or to highlight Auto or MAN- UAL, then press SET Adding/Erasing ChannelsWatching TV Using the TV’s TunerUsing the VCR’s Tuner Basic OperationWatching a Video Tape Loading a Video TapePlaying a Video Tape Operation Displays Special FunctionsDisplays Blue ScreenFreeze-Frame Tape Motion IndicatorsMotion Controls Fast-Forward/RewindVariable-Speed Slow Motion Visual SearchUsing the REAL-TIME Counter Using the Zero Back FunctionAutomatic Repeat Playback Index Search Auto TrackingManual Tracking Auto Enhanced Picture Mode LockRecording Recording SpeedsTape Selection Record Protection Selecting the Signal to RecordRecording One Program While You Watch Another Quick Timer RecordingImmediate Recording Recording a Program As You Watch ItQTR Notes Automatic Timer RecordingSUN Setting the Program TimerFm Page 38 Tuesday, July 20, 1999 425 PM Automatic Timer Recording Hints Monitoring an Automatic Timer RecordingChecking/Changing Program Timers Clearing a Program TimerDubbing Copying a Tape Additional Information TroubleshootingVCR Care and Maintenance Cleaning the Video Heads Servicing Your VCRStoring Your Video Cassettes Specifications 120 V, 60 Hz Fm Page 47 Tuesday, July 20, 1999 425 PM RadioShack Division of Tandy CorporationFort Worth, Texas