4 CONTROLS

Note: This recorder has a battery to maintain display functions and recording mode within 2 weeks in the event of power loss. When the recorder is received, the unit must be connected to power source for 48 hours to assure the battery has been adequately charged.

Safety

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, turn off the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

To disconnect the power cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.

Installation Requirements:

Choose a location in which air can pass through the ventilation holes in the bottom, top and back of the unit to prevent it from overheating.

Do not install the unit near sources such as radiators or air ducts or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibrations or shock.

Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the VCR because it will adversely affect the performance of the VCR.

Do not install the unit in an inclined position. The unit is designed for operation in a horizontal position.

Operation:

Condensation: If you pour a cold liquid into a glass, water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of glass. This is the condensation of moisture. Condensation on the head drum, one of the most crucial parts of the VCR, will cause damage to the tape. The VCR should not be operated for at least 2 hours after being moved from a cold to a hot environment to avoid condensation from occurring on the head drum.

Cleaning:

Be careful: When surface of the case is wiped with a volatile agent such as benzine, alcohol, thinner, etc., or a chemically processed cloth, the surface finish may be degraded or its coating may peel off.

Repacking:

It is wise to save the packing materials and box in case you ever need to ship or store your unit.

4.1 Controls and Functions

Operational Controls:

1.POWER button - Press for on; press again for off.

The display window becomes brighter when the VCR is switched on.

When you select power off, the timer program is operational if the option has been setup.

2.REC (RECORD) button - Press to begin recording.

3.Cassette loading slot - Cassette tape is inserted in this slot.

4.Shuttle Ring - The shuttle ring is the outer dial. When the VCR is in STOP mode, the shuttle ring can be rotated to the left or right then released, and the VCR will engage in the REWIND or FAST FORWARD function. While in the REWIND or FAST FORWARD mode, the shuttle ring can be rotated and held to engage the LOGIC search mode. Releasing the shuttle ring returns it to the REWIND or FAST FORWARD function. Refer to paragraph 5.6.1 for detailed operation.

5.Jog Ring - The jog ring is the center dial of the jog-shuttle ring. This ring is used to advance or reverse the video by single field when in the still mode. Refer to paragraph 5.6.1 for detailed operation.

6.PLAY button - Press to play back a previously recorded tape. Pressing this button while recording provides confirmation of the recording operation. The tape plays back the last 4 seconds of video then returns to the recording mode.

7.STOP button - Press once to discontinue all tape related functions. Press a second time to eject the cassette.

8.STILL button - When pressed during recording, tape movement stops temporarily. Press again to continue the recording. When pressed during playback, tape movement stops. Press again to advance by still frame. Press the PLAY button to continue playback.

9.CLEAR button - Press to delete the information stored on the screen display, such as Alarm review, Power fail and Timer program. It can also be used to stop the buzzer sound.

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High Density Video Cassette Recorder

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