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  • Page 1 Auto Install System — simply VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER plug in all leads and press the OPERATE button. VT-FX980E(UKN) Instruction manual VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+ system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development Corporation.
  • Page 2 Dear Hitachi Customer Congratulations on your choice of a Hitachi Video Cassette Recorder (VCR). And welcome to our company-wide commitment to your complete satisfaction and viewing enjoyment. INFORMATION FOR YOUR SAFETY Please read the following instructions carefully Mains supply: AC 230V, 50 Hz only before using this VCR.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS CAUTION: AUTO INSTALL SYSTEM — Please ensure that all leads are connected as illustrated as in page 6 and 7, otherwise auto installation will not work. This instruction manual consists of the following four sections. Section-1 Setting Up This section tells you how to set up your Connections................
  • Page 4 • MOVIETEXT™ play is ended and eject it, then turns off the * MOVIETEXT is a registered trademarks of Hitachi Home VCR. Electronics (Europe) Ltd. — Auto Play immediately starts to play a tape •...
  • Page 5 Section-1 Setting Up Connection Pages 6 — 7 This tells you how to connect your VCR to an aerial, TV, etc. Customer Controls Pages 8 — 9 This tells you the location and the detailed functions of the switches, buttons, VCR display and connection terminals on the VCR.

  • Page 6: Connections

    CONNECTION Basic Method Aerial AERIAL DECODER/CANAL PLUS AUDIO OUT/ AERIAL SORTIE SON ANTENNE EURO. A/V R/D. L/G. RF OUT SORTIE To AC outlet AC 230V/50Hz RF OUT Aerial cable TV set (supplied) Do not connect to the mains supply socket before connecting all leads, refer to page 11.
  • Page 7 Connecting your VCR to your television using scart lead. Aerial Satellite/Cable box decoder AERIAL Do not connect to the mains supply socket before DECODER/CANAL PLUS AUDIO OUT/ AERIAL connecting all SORTIE SON ANTENNE leads, refer to EURO. A/V R/D. L/G. RF OUT page 11.

  • Page 8: Customer Controls

    CUSTOMER CONTROLS VCR Customer Controls Item No. Function Page OPERATE ( / I) (Standby/operate) button EJECT (0) button VIDEO LINK VIDEO LINK button TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK Cassette compartment STOP (7) button PLAY/STILL (6) button Infrared transmitter Jog dial To open the Shuttle ring...
  • Page 9 Remote Control Handset Customer Controls Item No. Function Page Transmission window OPERATE — switch between operate 32 and standby mode VCR/TV select button MENU — to recall OSD menu NAVI button Cursor buttons ENTER button OPERATE VCR/TV REC — record button PROG Tape transport button —...

  • Page 10: Remote Operation

    V. DUB VCR 1/2/TV Select button The supplied remote control handset is designed to operate up to two types of Hitachi VCRs and 15 different types of TV. • Refer to page 79 when using the handset to operate the TV.

  • Page 11: Auto Installation Function

    AUTO INSTALLATION FUNCTION Auto Install (Plug & Play) function This automatically tunes all broadcast channels, sets the clock and date. Controls VCR/TV screen Switch on the mains supply socket after completely connecting all leads (as described on pages 6 and 7). The VCR will be in standby mode at this stage and the VCR display will show “...
  • Page 12 (AUTO INSTALLATION FUNCTION) If you cannot tune your TV correctly to the test signal, or if there is distortion in the signal, it may be necessary to change the VCR RF channel. TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ In this case, press the PROG select button ( PROG ) on the VCR to change the VCR RF channel, and then retune your TV.

  • Page 13: Pre-Tuning Of Built-In Tv Tuner

    PRE-TUNING OF BUILT-IN TV TUNER The VCR should display “– –:– –” in it’s LCD panel after the main supply is connected. VIDEO LINK TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK Controls TV Screen Turn on the TV and the VCR, then tune the TV to the video programme number. If you connect the VCR and TV using a 21-pin Scart connector lead, select the 21-pin Scart input of the TV.
  • Page 14 (PRE-TUNING OF BUILT-IN TV TUNER) Deleting Unwanted Preset Channels Press the MENU button. Press the cursor button to select the CH option, and then press the AUTO ENTER button. NICAM – The CH PRESET display, as illustrated, will appear on the TV screen. OPERATE VCR/TV Exit...
  • Page 15 Fine tuning of the picture of the received channel: Press the MENU button. Press the cursor button to select the CH option, and then press the AUTO ENTER button. NICAM – The CH PRESET display, as illustrated, will appear on the TV screen. Exit OPERATE VCR/TV...
  • Page 16 (PRE-TUNING OF BUILT-IN TV TUNER) You may do this if you have accidently deleted a channel or particular channel was not found. To change the channel manually Press the MENU button. Press the cursor button to select the CH option, and then press the AUTO ENTER button.
  • Page 17 To change the programme number (To exchange the channel) You can set your own programme number according to your wish after pre-tuning your VCR. For example, if you want to interchange programme number 03 to programme number 04 follow the procedures below: Controls TV screen Press the MENU button.
  • Page 18 (PRE-TUNING OF BUILT-IN TV TUNER) To preset “Satellite or cable box” programme (Refer to page 7 for connection) Press the MENU button. Press the cursor button to select the CH option, and then press the AUTO ENTER button. NICAM – The CH PRESET display, as illustrated, will appear on the TV screen.

  • Page 19: Auto Clock Setting Using Pdc Signal

    AUTO CLOCK SETTING USING PDC SIGNAL Setting the clock using a PDC signal (Auto clock set) This function engages when “AUTO clock (on)” is specified on the VCR MODE setting screen. To release this function, specify “AUTO clock – (off)”. To switch auto clock setting between on and off Controls TV Screen...

  • Page 20: Setting The Clock Manually

    SETTING THE CLOCK MANUALLY Things to know before starting • While you are setting the clock, the display • You have about one minute to complete each panel on the remote control handset will step in the procedure. If you do not proceed to prompt you through the procedure.

  • Page 21: Cassette Tapes

    CASSETTE TAPES Only use video cassettes with mark in this VCR. Insertion Push the cassette through the door until the VCR mechanism pulls it into the compartment. VIDEO LINK TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE The VCR automatically turns on and the REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK...

  • Page 22: Basic Operations

    Section-2 Basic Operations Playback Pages 23 — 26 This tells you how to playback a tape and how to view a scene at variable tape speed. Jog Dial and Shuttle Ring/Knob; allow you to view a tape at variable tape speed easily. Recording TV Programmes Pages 27 —...

  • Page 23: Playback

    PLAYBACK Start point: Turn on the TV set and select the video programme number. Controls VCR Display Insert a cassette. Note: When a cassette (with its safety tab TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE snapped off) is loaded, playback starts REC/ PROG automatically.
  • Page 24 (PLAYBACK) Controls VCR Display Visual search Press either the rewind or fast forward button during playback. TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG Pictures can be viewed at high speed in either the forward or reverse direction. Press the button again (or press the play button) to return to normal speed playback.
  • Page 25 Notes: • If there is a noise bar in the picture during still or slow motion play, press the PROG button ( ) on the VCR to adjust tracking and reduce VIDEO LINK TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK noise.

  • Page 26: Playback Using Jog/Shuttle Ring

    PLAYBACK USING JOG/SHUTTLE RING Use of the jog/shuttle ring/knob allows many different kinds of ENTER INDEX playback – slow-motion play, normal play, forward search, reverse slow-motion play, reverse play and reverse search. Note: If the shuttle ring/knob is operated in stop mode, the VCR enters the fast forward or rewind mode.

  • Page 27: Recording Tv Programmes

    RECORDING TV PROGRAMMES Start point: Turn on the TV set and select the video programme number. Controls VCR Display Insert a cassette. Note: Be sure to check that the safety tab is not TAPE missing. If it is removed, the VCR is set to playback COMMERCIAL ADVANCE NAVIGATION...
  • Page 28 (RECORDING TV PROGRAMMES) Controls VCR display To view a programme while recording it You can view a programme while recording it by VIDEO selecting the video programme number on your PROGRAMME NUMBER To record one programme while viewing another You can record one programme while viewing another by selecting the programme you want to view on your TV.
  • Page 29 NICAM “ON/OFF” selection Controls TV Screen Press the MENU button. Press the cursor button to select the CH option, AUTO and the press the ENTER button. NICAM – The CH PRESET display, as illustrated on the TV OPERATE VCR/TV screen. PROG Exit SELECT...

  • Page 30: Tape Analyzer

    TAPE ANALYZER Tape Analyzer (ATRS) automatically detect the type of tape used during recording. ATRS will operate automatically if a new tape or a tape which first time used in this VCR is used for normal recording or timer recording. Tape Analyzer function “on”...

  • Page 31: Instant Recording Timer (Irt)

    INSTANT RECORDING TIMER (IRT) Controls VCR Display Ensure the time is correct in the VCR display. TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG Start recording as described on page 27. TAPE COMMERCIAL ADVANCE NAVIGATION REC/ PROG To start IRT recording, press the REC/IRT button again.

  • Page 32: Timer Recording

    TIMER RECORDING Your TV does not have to be on during recording because the VCR records TV programmes without the aid of your TV. It is only used for monitoring. Controls VCR Display Make sure that the clock shows the present time correctly.
  • Page 33 Programming the timer This VCR incorporates two programming procedures for timer recording. One is conventional, and the TV programme No., start time, stop time, recording date, etc., must be input, and the other is called VIDEO Plus+ programming system and up to 9 digits must be input. Programming the timer using VIDEO Plus+ programming system Things to know before starting programming •...
  • Page 34 (TIMER RECORDING) Controls Remote Display Press the SP/LP button to select the recording speed (SP, LP, or no display). MONTH Note: If you select no display, the VCR will record at the speed displayed by the on-screen display. TRANS Check the recording speed after programming the timer.
  • Page 35 Controls Remote Display PLUS Press the CLOCK button to switch the display panel back to the clock/calendar display. DLY/WKL PROG SP/LP EXTEND CLOCK VCR1/2/TV CLOCK CORRECT If you want to programme another event, repeat MENU CLOCK steps 2 to 8. COUNT DISP 0000...
  • Page 36 (TIMER RECORDING) Programming the timer without using VIDEO Plus+ programming system Things to know before starting programming • While you are programming the timer, the • You can correct an error in the programme any display panel on the handset will prompt you time before the last step by pressing the through the procedure.
  • Page 37 Controls Remote Display Press the SP/LP button to select the recording speed (SP, LP or no display). MONTH Note: If you select no display, the VCR will record at the speed displayed by the on-screen display. TRANS Check the recording speed after programming the timer.
  • Page 38 (TIMER RECORDING) Controls Press the CLOCK button to switch the display panel on the handset back to the clock/calendar MONTH display. If you want to programme other programmes, repeat steps 2 to 9. To activate the VCR timer and make a recording at VCR Display the preselected time, be sure to press the OPERATE button to turn off the VCR.
  • Page 39 Recalling and clearing programmes from the VCR memory Controls TV screen Turn on the VCR and TV. Be sure that the TV is set to the video programme VIDEO number. PROGRAMME NUMBER Press the MENU button. OPERATE VCR/TV The OSD menu appears on the TV screen. PROG REV I EW M DE...

  • Page 40: Video Link-Recording Using Satellite Decoder Or Tv

    VIDEO LINK-RECORDING USING SATELLITE DECODER OR TV “VIDEO LINK” function allows you to easily prepare the VCR to record signals from a satellite/cable decoder or TV, without setting the timer programme. This avoids the necessity of doing timer programming twice. (For the decoder and the VCR). Controls VCR's Display Connect your decoder to L2 (the blue socket...

  • Page 41: Additional Operations

    Section-3 Additional Operations Tape Navigation Pages 42 — 48 Tape Navigation allows you to automatically locate a programme you want to view, and also to list on the TV screen the recorded contents of every tape you have recorded on this VCR. Navi Lock Page 49 Navi Lock function prevent accidently deleting of important programmes.

  • Page 42: Tape Navigation

    TAPE NAVIGATION Tape Navigation Function Whenever the VCR records a programme, the Tape • Tape Navigation can operate only with tapes Navigation function stores specific information in recorded on this VCR. the VCR memory. This information can be • This VCR has a memory capacity which can displayed on the TV screen in a directory and used store about 200 programmes.
  • Page 43 Tape Navigation Operation Controls TV Screen Cassette with Tape Navigation data Insert a cassette recorded on this VCR. The VCR will check the Tape Navigation data. The TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG TAPE NAVIGATION button will flash for a few seconds, and then change to steady lighting if the REC/IRT VCR has recognised the tape.
  • Page 44 (TAPE NAVIGATION) Controls TV Screen Cassette without Tape Navigation data If a cassette which was not recorded on this VCR TAPE NAVIGATION is inserted, the VCR will check the Tape Navigation COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG data. The TAPE NAVIGATION button will flash for a few seconds and the VCR will prompt you to TAPE NAVIGATION button input the type of tape.
  • Page 45 Searching for a programme or a non-recorded (blank) section Controls TV Screen Insert a cassette recorded on this VCR. The VCR will automatically turn on, the tape indicator will light in the VCR display, and the TAPE NAVIGATION button will flash. Press the TAPE NAVIGATION on the VCR or NAVI button on the remote control.
  • Page 46 (TAPE NAVIGATION) Using TAPE NAVI MENU You can use the on-screen display menu to • Turn TAPE NAVI on or off. manage stored tape data. The TAPE NAVI MENU • PROGRAM LOCK on or off. will allow you to: • Delete tape data. •...
  • Page 47 Controls TV Screen To display stored tape number data Press the cursor button to select TAPE LIST, TAPE NAV I – and then press the ENTER button. PROGRAM LOCK – DELE E The TAPE LIST menu will appear on the TV screen. TAPE LIST Exit SELECT...
  • Page 48 (TAPE NAVIGATION) Caution display menu This VCR has a memory capacity of 200 programmes. If the memory is full or does not have enough free space to store any more tape data, the on-screen display will show caution messages when you start recording.

  • Page 49: Navi Lock

    NAVI LOCK NAVI LOCK function prevent accidently deleting of important programmes. Notes: Tape Navi function must be set to enable Navi lock function. PROGRAM LOCK function “ ” (on) / “––” (off) Controls TV Screen Press the MENU button. Press the cursor button to select the NAVI TAPE NAV I –...
  • Page 50 (NAVI LOCK) Controls TV Screen Press the button. “ ” will appear on the left of the date at the DATE START 1 1 : 1 1 1 2SP selected programme. 1 0 : 1 2 1 0 : 1 9 The programme is locked.

  • Page 51: Soap Recording

    SOAP RECORDING “Soap Recording” function is an easy way to set timer programming by choosing a registered programme from Tape Navi data menu. It is convenient for serial drama. Controls TV Screen Insert a cassette recorded on this VCR. The VCR will check the Tape Navigation data.
  • Page 52 (SOAP RECORDING) Controls TV Screen Press the NAVI button to go to REVIEW screen and I EW press MENU button to exit. DATE T I ME V, P 1 7 5 H 1 1 6 : 0 0 1 8 : 3 0 11 U TV 2 3 : 0 0 2 3 :...

  • Page 53: Movietext

    MOVIETEXT™ You can display a subtitles on the TV screen when • The subtitle will disappear during the VCR is playing back a tape with MOVIETEXT™ forward/reverse search or slow motion play. signal. • The subtitle may not appear correctly when a tape with scratches or a poorly recorded tape is played back.
  • Page 54 allows the VCR to automatically or manually skip past detected commercial groups during replay of a recorded television broadcast. Press the CA button on the remote control handset. The CA indicator on the VCR will be lit. Play the tape with commercials in it. (i) Commercial Skip (a) When the VCR detects the commercials, the VCR will fast forward the tape to the end of the...

  • Page 55: Special Characteristics

    SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS Linear time counter Press the CLOCK/COUNT button to select the linear time counter display. Every time the button is pressed, it changes the VCR display between the clock time display and time counter display. • The counter is reset to 0:00:00 when a tape is VIDEO LINK COMMERCIAL ADVANCE...

  • Page 56: Tape Remaining Display Function

    (SPECIAL CHARACTERISTICS) Tape remaining display function When you start playback, recording, fast forward or rewind, the VCR will automatically calculate the remaining time within approx., 1 minute. The remaining time appears on the TV screen for approx. 5 seconds by pressing the DISP button. E 4 0 : 0 3 0 Notes:...

  • Page 57: Index Function

    Index function The cassette tape may be recorded using the tape Note: An index signal is also recorded during indexing feature for the rapid location of any recording pause by pressing the PROG button to section. switch the channel to be recorded. To record using the indexing feature To locate a programme using the index feature Record as usual.

  • Page 58: Menu Features

    MENU FEATURES Controls TV Screen Turn on the VCR and TV, then set the TV to the video programme number. VIDEO PROGRAMME NUMBER Point the remote control handset at the receiver on the front of the VCR. Press the MENU button. REV I EW M DE The menu, as illustrated, will appear on the TV...
  • Page 59 OSD ( ) or (—) Press the cursor button to change the On- MODE Screen Display setting, and then press the MENU PROG – button. This symbol ( ) means ON and this symbol – REMOTE – (—) means OFF. PROGRAM PLAY –...
  • Page 60 MENU PROG “VCR1” or “VCR2” appears in the remote control handset's display. PROG This is convenient when you want to add another Hitachi VCR to your system, and control both VCRs MENU MOVIE TEXT MENU NAVI with the same handset.
  • Page 61 AUTO ( ) or (—) 1. Press the cursor button to select AUTO PROG MODE clock. – 2. Press the cursor button to change the – REMOTE – PROG auto clock setting, and then press the MENU PROGRAM PLAY – AUDI O MIX –...

  • Page 62: Video Plus

    ® VIDEO Plus+ SYSTEM SETUP Changing the TV Programme Allocations For timer recording using VIDEO Plus+ programming system, please refer to page 33. The VIDEO Plus+ System assumes that you have Things to know before changing the programme tuned your VCR as follow: allocations BBC1 is on programme 01 •...

  • Page 63: Editing - Video Dubbing

    EDITING — VIDEO Dubbing Video equipment for playback To Scart or DECODER socket To VIDEO IN VIDEO LINK TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK VIDEO IN L (MONO)-AUDIO IN-R Recording VCR Controls VCR Display Connect the video source to this VCR as shown above.
  • Page 64 (EDITING — VIDEO Dubbing) Controls VCR’s Display Press the CLOCK/COUNT button to display the linear time counter in the display. VIDEO LINK COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK Press the 0000 button to set the linear time counter to 0:00:00. VIDEO LINK COMMERCIAL ADVANCE...

  • Page 65: Audio Dubbing

    EDITING — AUDIO Dubbing Audio equipment for playback To AUDIO IN (L), (R) To Scart or DECODER socket VIDEO LINK TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK VIDEO IN L (MONO)-AUDIO IN-R Recording VCR Controls VCR Display Connect the audio source to this VCR as shown above.
  • Page 66 (EDITING — AUDIO Dubbing) Controls VCR’s Display Press the CLOCK/COUNT button to display the linear time counter in the display. VIDEO LINK COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK Press the 0000 button to set the linear time counter to 0:00:00. VIDEO LINK COMMERCIAL ADVANCE...

  • Page 67: Tape Dubbing

    EDITING — Tape Dubbing Video equipment for playback To VIDEO IN To AUDIO IN (L), (R) To Scart or DECODER socket VIDEO LINK TAPE COMMERCIAL ADVANCE NAVIGATION REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK VIDEO IN L (MONO)-AUDIO IN-R Recording VCR Controls VCR Display Connect the second video equipment to this VCR as shown above.
  • Page 68 (EDITING — Tape Dubbing) Controls VCR Display Press the REC button on the recording VCR and the play button on the playback VCR. OPERATE VCR/TV EO LINK COMMERCIAL ADVANCE PROG PROG VIDEO LINK PROG To edit out unwanted material, press the pause button on the recording VCR while it is recording MENU MOVIE TEXT...

  • Page 69: Synchro Editing

    EDITING — Synchro Editing Video equipment for playback To VIDEO IN To AUDIO IN (L), (R) To Scart or DECODER socket VIDEO LINK TAPE NAVIGATION COMMERCIAL ADVANCE REC/ PROG VIDEO LINK VIDEO IN L (MONO)-AUDIO IN-R Recording VCR This VCR can be used both for recording and playback.
  • Page 70 (EDITING — Synchro Editing) Controls VCR Display Insert the cassette that you want to copy in the playback VCR. Locate the place on the tape you want to begin copying and set the VCR to play- pause mode. Place a cassette with its safety tab intact in the recording VCR.

  • Page 71: Satellite/Cable Box" Decoder Operation

    “SATELLITE/CABLE BOX” DECODER OPERATION Connect the “Satellite/Cable Box” decoder as follows. What is a “Satellite/Cable Box” Broadcast? The radio waves are transmitted from the broadcasting station in the same way as an ordinary TV broadcast in the “Satellite/Cable Box” system, however, the radio waves are scrambled, therefore you cannot receive them or view the broadcast on the TV without unscrambling.
  • Page 72 (“SATELLITE/ CABLE BOX” DECODER OPERATION) To record the “Satellite/Cable Box” programme while viewing it 1. Turn on the TV and VCR. 2. Set the TV to the programme number for VCR (video programme number). 3. Press the buttons labeled AUX on the remote control until “L2” is showing in the VCR display. 4.

  • Page 73: Satellite Receiver Operation

    SATELLITE RECEIVER OPERATION Connection There are two connection methods according to the type of satellite receiver. When using a Scart connector lead: Method A Scart cable (optional) Aerial To AC outlet DECODER/CANAL PLUS Satellite receiver AUDIO OUT/ 230V/50 Hz AERIAL SORTIE SON ANTENNE EURO.
  • Page 74 Satellite receiver Press and release the play button. Type Number Brand If the satellite receiver programme number still HITACHI I NPUT does not change to “12”, press the play GRUNDIG button again. Repeat this step until the RAND 1 2 –B...
  • Page 75 When connecting the VCR and satellite receiver using an aerial cable (Method B) Controls TV Screen Turn on the satellite receiver and select a satellite programme other than programme number 12. Point the handset at the front of VCR, then press the MENU button.
  • Page 76 Satellite receiver Press the stop button . Type Number Brand If the programme number of the satellite receiver HITACHI I NPUT changes to “12”, your satellite receiver can be GRUNDIG controlled by this VCR. Press the MENU button to RAND 1 2 –A...
  • Page 77 VIDEO Plus+ System Setup Changing the satellite programme allocations Satellite receivers are normally supplied pre-programmed to SKY-Order or TRANSPONDER-Order. To check which Order your satellite receiver is using, select a programme and check the table below. The satellite programme allocation on this VCR has been preset to SKY-Order. If your satellite receiver uses the TRANSPONDER-Order you should change the allocations by following the procedure below.

  • Page 78: Hi-Fi Sound

    Hi-Fi SOUND This VCR records sound using the following two formats. Hi-Fi sound Normal (mono) sound FM sound recorded using the rotary audio Records in monaural using the same format heads. as with a non-Hi-Fi VCR. Therefore, conventional VCRs can be used for playback. Remarkable Specifications of Hi-Fi Sound Frequency Range: 20 Hz to 20 kHz...

  • Page 79: How To Operate Your Tv By Using The Remote Control Handset

    IMPORTANT NOTICE: While this Hitachi handset is compatible with many television sets, it is possible that the handset will not work with your TV set. If your TV does not respond to any of the above steps, the handset cannot operate your TV.
  • Page 80 With some TVs, TV channel 12 can be selected by pressing the – EXTEND button and then number buttons 1 and 2. The handset has a memory which enables it to operate some Hitachi TVs and, in the same way, some TVs from other manufacturers. TV code...

  • Page 81: Subsidiary Information

    Section-4 Subsidiary Information Problem Guide Page 82 Some problems you will be able to solve easily by checking a few basic items. Please follow this section before you call for help or take your VCR to your dealer. It could save your time and money. User Guide Display Page 83 Maintenance...

  • Page 82: Problem Guide

    PROBLEM GUIDE Sometimes problems can be solved easily by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your unit to your dealer. No power • Check to see if the VCR is plugged into an AC mains socket. Does not respond to remote control handset •...

  • Page 83: User Guide Display

    USER GUIDE DISPLAY Guide indications in VCR display The following indications appear in the VCR display to tell you the current status of your VCR. Indication When it appears Meaning and troubleshooting When programming the • The VCR clock has been set to “– – : – –”. timer Set the time and programme the timer.

  • Page 84: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 1. To maintain the optimum performance of this VCR, regular periodic maintenance is required. Your dealer will advise you further. 2. Maintenance and adjustments may not be carried out by the user. In all cases of difficulty or doubt, consult your dealer. 3.

  • Page 85: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Format: VHS PAL Standard Recording: Rotary Two-Head Helical Scan Azimuth Recording Tape Speed: 23.39 mm/sec. — SP, 11.7mm/sec. — LP Tape Width: 12.7 mm Operation Temperature: 5°C to 40°C Video: PAL colour (system I) & CCIR monochrome signals 625 lines Recording Time: 240 min.

  • Page 86: Pdc (Programme Delivery Control) Function

    PDC (Programme Delivery Control) FUNCTION This VCR incorporates the PDC function. PDC function If the VCR is tuned to a TV station transmitting a PDC signal, the VCR automatically takes any delay, early starting or extension of the programme into I EW DATE T I ME...

  • Page 89: Warranty Letter

    Please note that evidence of the date of purchase will be required before service under guarantee is carried out. This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights. In all cases of difficulty consult your HITACHI dealer. HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (EUROPE) LTD.

  • Page 91: Some Do's And Don'ts

    SOME DO’S AND DON’TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured. DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
  • Page 92 ITEM N.V./ S.A. (INTERNATIONAL TRADE FOR ELECTRONIC MATERIAL & MEDIA N.V. / S.A.) UCO Tower - Bellevue, 17-B-9050 GENT BELGIUM (for BENELUX) Tel: 02 9 230 4801 Fax: 02 9 230 9680 Email: hitachi.item@skynet. be www.hitachi-consumer-eu.com QR32061 © Hitachi, Ltd. 2000 Printed in Malaysia...

  • Page 93: Quick Set Up Guide

    Before using your Hitachi VCR for the first time, we suggest that you spend a few minutes reading these set-up instructions. Even if you never used a VCR before, you can connect it up and tune it in quickly by following this Quick Set-Up Guide.
  • Page 94 Connection Connect the set and cables as shown below but do not connect the VCR to the mains power supply just yet. Otherwise auto installation will not work. DECODER SET Satellite box or satellite receiver. Refer to the Aerial diagram below for the position in which the satellite receiver should be installed.

  • Page 95: Auto Install

    AUTO INSTALL Auto Install (Plug & Play) function This automatically tunes all broadcast channels, sets the clock and date. To proceed as follows; Plug the aerial lead into the VCR. Plug the aerial cable (supplied) from the VCR RF OUT into the TV aerial input.
  • Page 96 AUTO INSTALL Tune your TV (consult your TV instruction manual) until the test pattern shown appears. The correct tuning position is when the picture is clear. Ensure this programme is stored in your TV. If the VCR display “ ”, press the STOP button.
  • Page 97 Pre-Tuning the Built in Tuner Mis-Operation of Auto Install In the case of mis-operation on the Auto Install on page 3 and page 4, please follow the procedure of pre- tuning as shown below. Controls TV Screen Turn on the TV and the VCR, then tune the TV to the video programme number. If you connect the VCR and TV using a 21-pin Scart connector lead, select the 21-pin Scart input of the TV.
  • Page 98 Setting Your Remote Control Handset Remove battery cover of the remote control handset. Insert the two batteries provided. Ensure that the + and – terminals watch those marked inside the battery compartment. Initial display after inserting the batteries MONTH Replace the battery cover OPERATE VCR/TV Press the CLOCK button...

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