Hitachi VT-MX431A 49

TIME SEARCH

The Time Search function makes it possible to quickly advance the tape to your desired position simply by entering the exact amount of playback time you want to skip.

Example: To watch a program after 2 hours and 50 minutes from the present position, in either direction.

•You can choose the time search mode by pressing the TIME SEARCH button on the remote control. Then continue with step [3].

1 Select "SEARCH SELECT"

Press the MENU button until the SEARCH SELECT menu appears.

2 "TIME SEARCH"

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button to point to "TIME SEARCH". Then, press the F.FWD/ button.

3 Enter your desired time

Press the PLAY/ or STOP/ button until your desired time appears. ( "2:50" stands for 2 hours 50 minutes)

• The Time Search mode will be cancelled if the procedures are not activated in 30 seconds.

4 Begin Time Search

By pressing the REW or F.FWD button, the VCR will rewind or fast forward to the specified point.

The time counts down as the searching progresses.

5 After Time Search

Playback starts automatically when 0:00 is reached.

•A video cassette must be inserted in the VCR for this function to work.

•Time Search can be set up to a maximum of 9 hours 59 minutes (9:59).

•This function will not operate in the recording mode.

•When you want to cancel the Time Search while in progress, press the STOP button.