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FOR YOUR SAFETY
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HITACHI
Video Deck VHS
VT-F392A
Owner's Manual
Your Complete Guide
to Videocassette Viewing
and Recording
Using these quality features:
VHS hi-fidelity sound in playback
Automatic tape head cleaning
Up to 8 delayed recording programs
Auto tracking for improved picture in playback
Frequency synthesizer quartz tuner
Illuminated remote control for use with your VCR and TV
On-screen programming guide
Multi-channel TV sound (MTS)
Auto clock
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FOR YOUR SAFETY TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR YOUR SAFETY................................................................................................................................. 3 Read This First ........................................................................................................................................ 5 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS .................................................................................................................. 5 Getting Started....
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FOR YOUR SAFETY Recording Tips.................................................................................................................................... 33 Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT)........................................................................................ 34 Setting the VCR to Record Later ..................................................................................................... 34 Reviewing What You Have Programmed ...........................
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FOR YOUR SAFETY POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60 Hz ONLY. The POWER switch turns the VCR on and off, leaving the clock/timer unaffected. If the unit is to be left unattended for a long period, it is recommended that the unit be completely switched off and unplugged. Illustrated below is the label on the back of your unit. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangerous to make any kind
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Read This First "Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical". Read This First Thank you for buying a Hitachi product. You've chosen the best VCR for you, and we want to help you make
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your video product, safety is a major factor in the design of every instrument. But, safety is your responsibility too. This page lists important information that will help to assure your enjoyment and proper use of a Video Cassette Recorder and accessory equipment. Please read it carefully before operating your video product and keep it in a handy place for future reference. INS
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 7 Power Cord Protection -- Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 8 Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the video product and to protect it from overheating. These openings
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 11A An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the video product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Section
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SERVICE 17 Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this video product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 18 Conditions Requiring Service -- Unplug this video product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions. a. When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged b. If liquid has been
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Getting Started determine that the video product is in safe operating condition. Getting Started Relax. Using a VCR is very straightforward. This sections explains how to hookup the VCR, quick tour of the controls, set up for first-time operation using on-screen menus, and videocassette tapes. Enjoy getting to know all about your Hitachi VCR. Let's get started. Simple Hookups 1 Decide Where to Put Your VCR Be sure your chosen location allows for proper ventilation, sta
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Getting Started shapes, and how they are labeled. Then read through the rest of this hookup section before proceeding to an actual hookup. DO NOT TURN ON THE POWER YET. FOR YOUR SAFETY, LEAVE YOUR TV AND VCR UNPLUGGED WHILE HOOKING THEM UP. 3 Hook up the Audio/Video Signal If your TV is a fairly recent model, you probably have both audio and video jacks. Look on the back of your TV for three jacks--possibly color-coded yellow, white and red. They will be labeled something like IN (L
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Getting Started Look at the back of your TV for a connector that looks like one of these, and follow the corresponding hookup option. If you have any sort of cable box, see the hookup options in Advanced Operations (page 50). Simple Antenna/Cable 75 Ohm Hookup This is an easy hookup that you can use if your cable or antenna has a 75 ohm round wire connector. You will need the 75 ohm cable supplied with your VCR. It looks like this: If you have been watching the TV in your home bef
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Getting Started Capabilities: With this hookup, you should now be able to perform all the basic functions provided by this equipment. External or Internal 300 Ohm Antenna If you have either an external or internal (rabbit ears) antenna rather than cable, you may have 300 ohm connectors like these. In this case, you will need special adapters to make the 75 ohm round wire connection shown below. (You may already have one on your TV.) 1. Remove the antenna line from the back of your TV
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Getting Started If you have "rabbit ears" (an antenna on top of your TV), you will need an additional adapter and 75 ohm extension to make your leads reach from the antenna to the VCR. This connection will work only if you have a strong, clear picture on the TV, indicating a strong signal. Connect the antenna to the adapter, and use the cable extension to go from the adapter to the VCR. Use the supplied 75 ohm cable to connect the VCR to the TV. Now continue with the hookup: 1. Usin
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Getting Started (Controls) 7 Set the RF or Video Channel Switch When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel. Turn the power on to both the TV and the VCR, and look for a switch on the back of the VCR. Set the switch to 3 or 4, whichever is not a commercial channel in your area. Your basic hookup is now complete. When you're ready to try hooking up a second VCR or a video camera for a comp
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Getting Started (Controls) Study these pictures carefully to learn about the buttons and controls that you'll need for everyday operation. Various controls are explained throughout this manual as they are needed, but now is a good time to get familiar with their locations. Most of the time, you'll be directing the VCR from the remote control, but there are some controls on the VCR that will come in handy too. When you're familiar with these basic controls, proceed to Initial Setup (page 2
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Getting Started (Controls) REW Rewinds the videotape. PLAY Starts playing a loaded cassette. REC Starts recording on the station the VCR is set to. VCR, TV (MODE SELECT) Device buttons let you set the remote to control one of the two devices. LIGHT Illuminates key function buttons for a few seconds. 0 to 9 Number buttons used in on-screen programming. Can also be used to change channels. (Simply press 2 or 3 digits for the channel you want--such as 0 and 6 for channel 6, or 100
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Getting Started (Controls) the VCR/TV button to switch back and forth between the TV channel and the recording channel. VCR Controls POWER Turns VCR power on and off. STOP/EJECT Cancels any videotape action, and when pressed a second time, ejects tape. PLAY Play the loaded videotape. DISPLAY Shows time, channel, and status indicators. CHANNEL Up and down arrows for selecting channels. REC/IRT To begin recording. F.FWD Fast forwards the videotape. REW Rewinds the videotape.
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Getting Started (Initial Setup) Your Hitachi VCR has as a special feature called the Easy Guide System. This feature guides you through simple setup and programming tasks right on the TV screen. With the TV and VCR turned on, press GUIDE on the remote control. You will see this screen: You may view all the on-screen instructions in English, French or Spanish. When you first set up your VCR, it will be set to English. Press number 8 or 9 for the other language options. Now, you will
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Getting Started (Initial Setup) The screen shows the default settings on your VCR. The default settings are the ones that are preset at the factory. They come up on the VCR every time the power goes out for more than 1 hour--for example, during a storm or when you unplug the VCR. Look at each item to see if it matches your own setup: To change a setting, press the button that has the same number as that item. This will cycle you through several options. When everything is set up
