Removing the Plastic Cover from the Front Panel
A thin, plastic cover may protect the front panel of your VCR. Before using the VCR, lift a corner of the plastic, then peel it off.
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control
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Remove the battery compartment lid on the bottom of the remote control by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.
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Place two AA batteries inside the battery compartment
with their + and – ends aligned as indicated.
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Replace the battery compartment lid.
Using the Remote Control
●Point the remote control at the VCR, then press the VCR but- ton when using the remote control to operate the VCR.
●Point the remote control at the TV, then press the TV button when using the remote control to operate the TV.
●Point the remote control at the Cable Box or Direct Broadcast System (DBS), then press the CBL/DBS button when using the remote control to operate the Cable Box or DBS.
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Erasure Prevention
Video cassette tapes have record tabs to ensure that recordings are not accidentally erased.
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To prevent erasure, break off the tab with a screwdriver.
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To record again, cover the hole with cellophane tape.
VCR maintenance
●Use only tapes with the mark.
●Remove any light adhesive
●Periodic maintenance is required to maintain your VCR’s excel- lent performance. This VCR has an Automatic Head Cleaner. However, the video heads will require replacement eventually. Only an authorized service center should perform this service.
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Helpful Hints
•Do not mix alkaline and man- ganese batteries.
•Do not mix old and new batteries.