Toshiba MV13P3 owner manual Reception Disturbances

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RECEPTION DISTURBANCES

Most types of television interference can be remedied by adjusting the height and position of the VHF/UHF antenna. Outdoor antennas are recommended for best results. The most common types of television interfer- ence are shown below. If one of these symptoms appear when the TV/VCR is connected to a Cable TV system, the disturbance may be caused by the local Cable TV company broadcast.

IGNITION

Black spots or horizontal streaks may appear, the picture may flutter or drift. Usually caused by interference from automobile ignition systems, neon lamps or AC powered tools and appliances such as drills or hair dryers.

GHOSTS

Ghosts are caused by the television signal following two paths. One is the direct path and the other is reflected by tall buildings, hills or other large objects. Changing the direction or position of the antenna may improve the reception.

SNOW

If the TV/VCR is located far from the TV station, in a fringe reception area where the signal is weak, small dots may appear in the picture. If the signal is extremely weak, the installation of a larger external antenna may be necessary.

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE (RFI)

Caused by two-way radios, this type of interference produces moving ripples or diagonal streaks in the picture. Some cases may cause a loss of contrast in the picture. Changing the direction and position of the antenna or installing an RFI filter may improve the picture.

PICTURE SIZE VARIATION

A slight picture size variation is normal when you adjust the CONTRAST or

BRIGHTNESS settings.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

To prevent fire or shock hazard, disconnect the TV/VCR from the AC power sources before cleaning.

The finish on the cabinet may be cleaned with mild soap and a soft, damp cloth and cared for as other furniture. Use caution when cleaning or wiping the plastic parts.

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Contents MV13P3 TV/CABLE Mode SelectionRisk of Electric Shock Do not Open Read Instructions CleaningAccessories Power Source Grounding or PolarizationLightning POWER-CORD ProtectionPower Lines Replacement PartsSafety Check HeatNEC Section Features Table of Contents Moisture will Condense on the Unit in the Following Cases Safety PrecautionsWhen YOU Experience the Above Conditions Moisture CondensationPower Source To USE AC PowerWider Hole and Blade AC Outlet Front Location of ControlsFront Rear Description of ControlsRemote Control Cursor Selects an item in the menuSpeed button Sets the tape speed for recording Feet Battery InstallationBattery Precautions Effective Distance of the Remote ControlAntenna Jack Combiner UHF 300 ohm VHF 300 ohm Antenna ConnectionsJack Ohm matching transformerFor Subscribers to Basic Cable TV Service For Subscribers to Scrambled Cable TV ServiceCable TV Connections Enter Starting SetupSetting the Language To SET Auto Clock to OFF Auto Clock SettingAuto Clock Setting Auto Clock AdjustmentMenu screen is cleared Auto for automatic setting read EDS in the signalPress MENU. Press Bor a to select option Press or to select Daylight Saving TIME, then press aAs in , then press Manual Clock SettingPress Bor Ato set Month, then pressCable TV Channels Press PowerAdjust the volume level by TV OperationMute CallMute Channel +Closed Caption Closed Caption Channel ReturnSleep SleepWhat is Closed CAPTIONING? Closed Captioning with a VCRTo View Closed Captions Cable TV chart To Memorize ChannelsTV/CABLE Selection Automatic Memory Tuning Then press aNumbers will remain red until auto memorizing is complete Channel selection To ADD/DELETE ChannelsUsing Direct channel Setting the V-CHIPTo Register Password Enter the same passwordTo SET the V-CHIP To use the TV after the TV is protected EnterTo Change Password Option Press a To SET the on TimerPress B or Ato select ON/OFF TIMER, then On TIMER, then press aTo SET the OFF Timer Press Bor Ato selectOption Press a Picture Control Adjustments CancelSelection Pressing Press or to select the desired picture Adjusting the Picture PreferenceMode Picture Quality Press B or a to select option PREFERENCE, then press aUnloading Automatic Power on and PlayLoading and Unloading a Video Cassette LoadingTo Prevent Accidental Erasure To Record Again Tape Speed and Maximum PLAYBACK/RECORDING TimeSP Standard Play To Stop Playback PlaybackTo Start Playback StopFORWARD/REVERSE Picture Search Digital Tracking ControlsREW To Rewind or Forward the Tape RapidlyPAUSE/STILL Special PlaybackStop Skip SearchOver until the repeat mode is canceled To Watch a Tape RepeatedlyPress Bor Ato select on Recording and Viewing the Same TV Program Recording a TV ProgramPle Channel Screen and the REC indicator will lightTo Stop Recording To Stop Recording Temporarily Press Direct channel selection 0-9orCH +Press Direct channel ONE-TOUCH Timer Recording OTRPress the or to select the program Timer RecordingPress or to select Timer REC SET Position, then press EnterSteps 3 to 6 to set the second program Timer REC indicator will lightSpeed as in step Press EnterProgram Other Functions for the Timer RecordingCancel To Cancel a Program If the ProgramUsing the Real Time Tape Counter To View the Counter DisplayDisplay the elapsed time Press Zero Return Using Zero ReturnBefore playback or recording, press 000000TV Monitor To Monitor a TV ProgramIndex search Duplicating a Video Tape Connection to Another VCRConnection to Camcorder Reception Disturbances No power Problem and Troubleshooting GuideCheck the following chart before requesting service Symptom Cause Possible Solution PowerRecording Symptom Cause Possible SolutionRemote Control Depressed To turn on the closed captionTelevision Video Head CleaningVideo Head Cleaning Video Head CloggingRental Units Limited Ninety 90 Day WarrantyLimited One 1 Year Warranty Limited Two 2 Year Warranty of Picture Tube04/04 U How to Obtain Warranty ServiceToll Free Continental United States contact