Hitachi VT-FX613A owner manual Tape Capacities at Different Speeds, Types Recording Time Spep

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Types

The best thing you can do for your VCR is use the best quality tapes available. This VCR uses VHS tapes only, which are the most common type. Look for the VHS mark on new or prerecorded tapes you buy.

Tapes are marked either T-120, T-160, T-180, T-210, etc. which signifies how many minutes of programming they can hold at standard recording speed (SP). To get the best quality picture, record at standard speed. But if you want to get more on a tape and are less concerned about the quality, set the VCR for extended play (EP).

Tape Capacities at Different Speeds

TYPES

RECORDING TIME

SPEP

T-120 120 min. 360 min.

T-160 160 min. 480 min.

T-180 180 min. 540 min.

T-210 210 min. 630 min.

You may have noticed that there is also an LP speed. Your Hitachi VCR does not record at this speed, but it can play cassettes that were recorded in LP mode.

No special setting is required for playback.

Safety Tabs Prevent Erasure

A safety tab is located on the front left edge of every videotape next to the label. Break this tab off if you want to keep a special tape from being erased accidentally. (Notice this tab is already removed on prerecorded tapes you buy or rent.) Poke a screwdriver or similar tip into the space behind the tab to break it off.

Don't worry, you can change your mind and record on this tape even after the tab

is broken off - sire cover the hole with cellophane tape.

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Contents Trans Canada VT-FX613ATel Table of Contents Record Later Reviewing What You Have Programmed Programming IRTImportant Safeguards Installation 6rfi fe AttachmentsExample of Antenna Grounding Service Page Decide Which Hookup Method to Use Decide Where to Put Your VCRHook Up the RF Signal Hook Up the AudioNideo SignalTV with Audio and Video Jacks Page If you have Use this adapter External or Internal 300 Ohm AntennaInstall Batteries in the Remote Control Attach the TV and VCR to the Power SupplySet the RF or Video Channel Switch Page Remote Control Buttons How the Remote Control WorksAbout the Illuminated Buttons Low Battery When the Remote Doesnt Work RightIf You Just Want to Watch TV StopiejectMeet Your On-Screen Guide Motion with one convenient dialEnglish Francais 9ESPANOL When the VCR is hooked up via a cable box Setting the ClockAuto Tips To set the clock manuallyMore About Channel Selections To Add or Erase Channels Setting Up Your VCR for Each Function Using the Menu ScreenAuto Blue Stereo vs. Mono Sound Choosing a Mode for Audio PlaybackHi-Fi Sound Types Safety Tabs Prevent ErasureTape Capacities at Different Speeds Types Recording Time SpepTape Storage Direct Video Input to the TV To Play Back a Recorded TapeTo Fine Tune the Picture Auto Tracking Manual TrackingMovie Return Manual RewindSpecial Playback Effects Visual Search Still Playback PauseSlow Motion Page Page Page Basic Recording Steps Before You RecordOperations Types of Delayed Recordings Setting the VCR to Record LaterDaily Before You BeginTo Stop a Delayed Recording in Progress Delayed Recording StepsAn Example Programming Priorities Reviewing What You Have ProgrammedPage About the VCR Plus+ System Page Page Page Page Iii iOiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii i Compatibility Programming the Remote ControlTV Brands Press TV and This Number Controlling the TV DisplayCable Box Position Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable boxBasic Hookup Connect as shownAdvanced Hookup Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels Advanced Hookup Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsRecording from Your Stereo System HookupPutting the Record VCR in Pause Iii i ii i ii ii iiInformation on Audio Hookup Copying Tapes From a CamcorderPeriodic Maintenance Head CleaningTemperature Technical SpecificationsDesign and specifications subject to change without notice Dont Attempt Repairs YourselfOccurs Often Encountered Problems Things To Check SolutionTV? Is -rv correctly tuned? Continental U.S.A Hitachi Service HotlineCanada Honolulu, HI Tel Iii iiT iii R i R iii iii i Warranty LimitationsVideo Products Limited Warranty Registration Canada INC See inside for the Gold Card advantages and how to get itThis Protection Plan will be in Force only After Expiration This Protection Plan does not CoverPage Products Purchased Outside Canada Gold Warranty PeriodHitachi Warranty Registration for your records Cleaning of Video Heads10. ***PRODUCTS Used for Rental