User manual HITACHI VTFX760EUKN

[. . . ] · Super index allows you to quickly search for a program you want to view or the point from which you want to start recording on the tape. · Super rewind and fast forward · Multi-channel TV sound (MTS). · 8-program/1 month preset recording. · Auto tracking system automatically adjusts the tracking so the picture is optimized. [. . . ] The L and R indicators will light in the VCR's display panel. · Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the linear monaural track. Also, if the audio sounds distorted or unusual or there is no audio, select LINEAR. 5 Press the GUIDE button to end the setting. SHUTTLE CONTROL Using the shuttle ring The shuttle feature lets you control all the playback functions -- PLAY, PAUSE, SLOW MOTION, and SEARCH -using one convenient ring. How to use the shuttle ring 1 Turn the shuttle ring during playback or still playback (pause). · As you turn the ring, you get different playback speeds and forward or reverse morion. · Try using the shuttle to explore backward and forward through your next video. 2 Turn the ring while in stop mode to fast forward or rewind the tape. · The tape continues to be wound even after you release the dial. USING THE "SUPER INDEX" FEATURE - 37 - Notes: · If noise bars appear on the TV screen during the SLOW/STILL modes, turn and hold the shuttle ring in the SLOW position, then press the TRACKING ( or ) button on the VCR to minimize the noise bars, The noise bars are then eliminated automatically in the STILL mode · Since this videotape is used in T-180 and longer cassettes, do not repeatedly perform the following operations with these tapes. --Fast forward, rewind, slow play --Insertion and ejection of cassettes USING THE "SUPER INDEX" FEATURE What is SUPER INDEX? SUPER INDEX allows you to quickly search for a program or a scene you want point from which you want to start recording on tape, with the following four functions: to view or the · INDEX SEARCH: You can locate the beginning of a recorded program, using the INDEX feature*. Each time you press the REC button to start recording, the VCR will record an INDEX mark at the start of recording. The INDEX feature uses this signal recorded on tapes (VISS signal) to locate the beginning of a program you want to view. · · · BLANK SEARCH: You can locate the beginning of a blank (non-recorded) section on tape. This switches fast forward or rewind to visual search so that you can search for a scene you want to view while scanning the pictures EASY VIEW: SKIP PLAY: You can skip unnecessary scenes during play. Locating the beginning of a recorded program (INDEX SEARCH) NOTE: This function only works with recordings that have been set up with indexing. 1 Press the - button (rewind) or the + button (forward) to begin the index search in the USING THE "SUPER INDEX" FEATURE - 38 - STOP mode. · The INDEX search screen is displayed, and the tape rewinds or fast forwards until an index mark is detected. · A black square in the tape bar shows the current tape position. · When the VCR finds an index mark, it plays 15 seconds of the program that begins at that spot. This resets the counter to 0:00:00. 4 Press the STOP button when you are done recording or playing back the tape. RECORDING A PROGRAM - 44 - 5 Press the REW button to rewind the tape. It will automatically stop at the spot where you cleared the counter in step 3. · Press the PLAY button to watch the tape from the selected spot. Notes: · Press the DISPLAY button to turn the counter display off. The selected spot will stay in memory until you set a new one or until the tape is ejected. · During super rewind/fast forward, the tape does not stop automatically even if the counter reads "0:00:00". RECORDING A PROGRAM Before you record Note: The cassette safety tab must be in place in order to record. The VCR must be hooked up properly for recording. See the Simple Hookups at the beginning of this manual. Copyright infringement warning Most television programs and films are copyrighted. This means that someone has legal rights governing the reproduction and distribution of this material. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home taping of copyrighted materials. In most cases, it is okay to record for personal use, as long as you do not sell the material. You must act responsibly in this area - check into the matter if you are unsure. Basic recording steps Note: You may use a blank tape or you may record over a previously recorded (erasable) tape. [. . . ] · Check antenna or cable connections. · Power has been interrupted - reset the clock. · Push the reset switch with a sharp pointed instrument (pen, toothpick, etc. ). Won't make timer recordings Snowy picture in playback Snowy picture in normal TV viewing Clock shows --:-- on the TV display Erratic VCR display Maintenance Regular periodic maintenance is required to maintain optimum VCR performance. Such maintenance and adjustments should not be attempted by the user. [. . . ]