,ach|ne number IQVB425 operating guide / warranty
RECORD YOURRODELNUMBER | (Noe,whiteyoucanseeit) The mode[ and serial numberof your new VCRare located on the back of the VCRcabinet. For your future convenience, we suggest that you recordthese numbershere: MODELNO. SERIAL NO. WARNING: TO REDUCETHE RISK OFELECTRICSHOCKDO NOTREMOVECOVER(OR RACK).NOUSERSERVICEABLE PARTSINSIDE. REFER SERVICINGTO QUALIFIEDSERVICEPERSONNEL.
SAFETY T]PS I PAGE These simple precautions will help ensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 1. 2, Read Instructions 11. Power Sources Read all of the safety and operating instructions before Operate product only from type of power source operaUng the product. indicated on marking Label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your Retain ZnstrncUons Keep all safety and operating instructions for future reference. 3.
I SAFETY TIPS These simpte precautions WIU heLpensure that you get many years of safe enjoyment from your new product. 25. Lightning For added protection for this product during a Lightning storm, or when product is [eft unattended and unused for tong periods of time, unptug it from the watt out[e[ and disconnect antenna or cabte system. This wiLt prevent damage to product due to ttghtning and power Linesurges. 16.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION .......................... VCR Features Chart ........................ Connections for Your VCR .................. Before you operate your VCR ............... Setup for VCRPEus+®C 3 recording ........... CONTROLSAND DISPLAYS.................. 2-4 6-16 6 7-8 g-12 Audio Menu .............................. Auto ChanneL Search ...................... Connections ........................... 5 11, 25 7-8, 27 12, 25 CrockSet .............................
PAGE 6 I XNSTALLATION Thispageshowsthe featuresof yourVCRandthe differencesbetweenthe models.
INSTALLATION I PAGE Requiredconnections for yourVCR. Connections Without a CabLe Box Antenna FLatWire (300 ohm) Back PaneLof Stereo VCR Adaptor (Not pro OR OR CabLeTV Wail3ack Back Panel of Typical I_/ %% VHF/L_F_CATV Thiscableis provided with yourVCR. Turn beforeoffmaking power any or unplug connections. VCR ConnectionsWith a CabLe Box Back Panel of Typical TV Back PaneLof Stereo VCR _ Back Panel of Typical CabLeBox CaMeTv WaLl 3ack This cable is provided with your VCR.
PAGE I 8 INSTALLATION OpUona[ connections for your VCR. Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV Use A/V connections for a better picture. Back Pane[ of Stereo VCR VHFIUHFICATV OUT ,_Tum or unptug VCR off power before ma_ng afly conflect_ofl$. A/V cab|e is not provlded with VCR.
INSTALLATION I PAGE Things you must do before you can operate your VCR. CLOCK MENU AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): [] MANUALCLOCK SET :N Pressnumber keys QUIT=exit PROGRAM k'l MONTH DAY START STOP CHANNEL SPEED REPEAT 11-8) tO select program ENTER to adjust program CLOCK SETUP MENU CH.
PAGE 10 I INSTALLATION Things you must do before you can operate yOUTVCR. Connect the Power (Required) Plug your VCRinto an unswitched 120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet. Turn on SWITCH WALL the VCRby pressing the POWERon the remote or on the VCR'sfront panel. While plugged into an AC o_let,the VCR consumes 3W of eLectTical power in OFF condition. _ OUTLET POWER Do not plug the VCRinto o switched outlet. Otherwise, when the power is power switched oj_, the VCRturns o_.
I INSTALLATION PAGE 11 Some things you must do and others you may want to do before you can operate your VCR. Select Language for VCR Menus/Displays (Optional) Select EngLish,Spanish, or French for VCR menus and status displays. See the LANGUAGESELECToption on the SETUPmenu (page 25) for details. Press 5. I D SETUPMENU LANGUAGE SELECT : ENGUS:BENGLI6H IqESPA_IOL FRANGAIS Pressnumberkeys thenENTER QUIT= exit CH.
PAGE 12 I INSTALLATION Things you may want to do before you operate your VCR. Use CH. ADD/DEL Channels to Create Favorite Press 2. SETUP MENU I (Optional) Use CH. ADD/DEL to change the |ist of active channels found when using AUTO PROGRAM,so you can list your favorites. See CH. ADD/DEL: CH. [] SETUP MENU CH. ADD/DEL on the SETUPMenu (page 25) for details. CH.
INSTALLATION I PAGE 13 Before you can record programs with VCRPtus+®C3, you must teLLthis VCRthe PlusCodeTM channels for your area. Introduction Channel These PlusCodeTM channeLsmust be mapped to the active channels you found using AUTO CHANNELon the SETUP menu. An example of channel mapping and a blank worksheet are provided for your convenience. Checkthe TV schedule in your Local newspaper for the published PtusCodeTM channels.
PAGE I 14 INSTALLATION Before you can record programs with VCRP[us+®C3, you must tel[ this VCRthe PiusCodeTM channeLsfor your area. CabLeBox Tunesto Channel19 OR DBS Tunesto Channel 200 CLearpath to waiL,window or any reflective surfaceto bounce IR signals to CabLeBox or DBS IR (Infrared) SignalPath from VCR to CabLeBox or DBS Testing your VCR with CaMe Box and DBS Manufacturer Numbers Manufacturer ARCHER NumbeJs 1.
INSTALLATION I PAGE 15 Beforeyou canrecord programswlth VCRPtus+®C 3,you must tell this VCRthe PtusCode channelsfor your area. TM On-Screen Instructions for TV Tuning Band START Press VCR+ on remote Press 0000 to show Double Map Screen c_ ..p _=p: _ Map Rm4t.e: :: r_'v_r _OUlT, I J;=l IT T_Ch B za nw/,_t _ QU i_ Ig _ld_ml ourt,mnt 2-Setup_ _'_CA_ 0 V_RF_t_ Channel mapping a Tv tlu la, a_ _ _ Tv secondPtusCode TM Channelfor TVchannel 3.
PAGE 16 I ZNSTALLATZON Beforeyoucan recordprogramswith VCRPlus÷®C _,youmusttell this VCRthe PlusCede channelsforyourarea. TM Channel Mapping Worksheets Channel found via Auto Channel (TV Ch/Cable Ch) Network or Station ID Published PtusCode'_ Channel (VCR+ Ch) Channel found via Auto Channel (TV Ch/Cabte Ch) Network or Station (D Published PlusCodeTM Channel (VCE+ Ch) NOTE:Two PlusCode channel numbers may be listed for certain networks or stations. Enter both numbers on the worksheet.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS I PAGE 17 Descriptions of items you need to know to operate your VCR. Front Pane| Controls These controls perform basic VCRoperations. The Remote performs basic as wei[ as advanced VCRoperations.
PAGE 18 I CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS nformation appears in the Front Pane[ DispLaydepending on the VCRfunction being used. Counter memory indlcator RemainlngtapeLength indicator VCRindicator Timerindicator Audio program) indicator Recordindicator Tape speed indicator Cassette indictor \ x Lights when pla_ng back the Hi-Hsound.
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS I PAGE lg On-ScreendispLaysteLLyou the status of the tape inserted and VCRfunctions. [ Current mode of operation (STOP,PAUSE,RECORD,PLAY,etc.
PAGE 20 I OPERATION A quick list of all the buttons on your remote control and what they do, ]nstaLUngBatteries RemoteControt Operation Select DVD Mode, aim at Zenith DVD L SeLect W Mode, aimat _/ Select VCR Mode, aimat VCR I SelectCBLDBS)Mode, a rnat cabe boxor Des ÷ e sure to install the batteries provided with this remote. Match positive (+) and negative (-) with markings shown CBL in battery compartment. _'__'__*_ ( _ Selecting Mode of Operation 1.
OPERATION I PAGE 21 Your remote control operates the common features of most, but not aLL,models and brands of IR (infrared) controLLedTVs, cable converters (DBS) and DVO. -VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV/DVD Mode SeLector Some functions ofyour particutar equipment may not be controLLed by thisremote.In such cases,use the original remote controlforyourequipment. Ifyou areusingZenithproducts, the remote comes programmed forthe most commonLy used codes.
PAGE 22 I OPERATION PLayback,log-ShuttLe Operation (For Special Video Effects) 441_ a. Slow KeysUsedfor Spedat Effects II STILt(Pause) I_k_ m_mb PLAy for normal PLayback speed PAUSE for StiLL Ringfor variable PlAyback Searchin the SLowto 3et Speed direction chosen @@@© ShuttLeRing ®SS© 0 MOveJog Wheel for frameby-frame tape ptayback-forwardor reve_l_eiMOVe Wheel a ,smaLL umountfor 0 one frame.
OPERATION The Clock Menu sets the clock in the VCRto the current time. There are two options AUTOand MANUAL. Auto Clock Set AUTOautomaticaLLysets the clock in the VCRto the current time and date. AUTO works only in areas where Data Service (DS) signals are provided along with normaL TV signals. 1. PressMENU to see Main Menu. 2. Press 1 to see (Lock Menu. 3. Press1 to set the current time automaticaL_ on the CLock Menu. CLOCK MENU AUTO CLOCK SET(ON):[] MANUALCLOCK SET :N Pro.
PAGE 24 I OPERATION TheTIMERMenuteLLs theVCR whentorecord a programon a dayand ata timeyou specify. You canspecify eightdifferent eventstobe recorded ina one-year period. SpeJkEZ Press 2 TIMER SETUP CLOCK AUDIO Press numberkeys QUIT = exit PROGRAM[] MONTH: DAY START STOP CHANNEL: SPEED : REPEAT: (1-8) toselectprogram ENTERto adjustprogram Month ofRecordin • ENTER to adjust program Number [] When highlighted, pressNUMBER(1-8) to choose program Number.
OPERATION I PAGE 25 The SETUP Menu customizesthe VCR'soperationforyour particular needs. SETUP MENU Choose SETUP Menu as describedin "How to AccessMenus" on page g. AUTO PROGRAM: CH. ADD/DEL: SOURCE: ON-SCREEN DISPLAy: LANGUAGE SELECT: [] [] [] [] [] Press number keys QUIT = exit AUTO PROGRAM CH. ADD/DEL FindsaLLactivechannelsand storesthem inthe VCR'smemory foraccessby CH (V/A). Press I to beginsearch. Editsthe channelsfound by AUTO PROGRAM.
PAGE 26 I OPERATION The AUDIO Menu specifies the audio format to be used when recording or pLaying a tape. Audio menu's PLAYBACKand RECORDoptions are avaltabLeonly with stereo VCRs,) The AUDIO Menu indicates the audio format used when recording or playing a tape. Choose AUDIO Menu as described in "How to AccessMenus" on AUDIO MENU SpeekEZ:ON {ION BOFF PLAYBACK: HI-FI RECORD: STEREO page g. Press ENTER (and repeat) to choose items in the menu (some models).
OPERATION I PAGE Z7 This page shows a typical video system and explains how to select channels. All-Channel, Zenith TV Antenfla Cable 1"€ W_k-- Direct £ab_ Or ZenithStereoVCR ),_- VHF-UHF I CHANNEL 13_]4 C_E Cable Box I 0_'I_ VH F/U HE/DAle/ Cable- TV System_ IN _ H IN I VCROutput to Wwhen AUDIOVIDEO (Channel 3 or4 OUT OUT VCRis on and _//_CR VIDEO IN AUDIO IN OUT CH4 Box (Cab_ Output to VCR SeLecting Channels when the VCR is OFF 1. TurnTVon.
PAGE 28 I OPERATION This page describes how to connect a camcorderto your VCR. FrontPanelof StereoVCR Mo_ _k • If • Turn power any or unpLug VCR beforeoffmaking connections, * A/Vcableis notYovlded withVCR. SeLectAUX for Viewing an Audio/Video source Like a Camcorder 1. With _/and VCRon, p|ace VCR in VCRmode by pressing the I_//VCR button on the remote (and repeat) unlit the VCR indicator Light appears in the VCR'sfront paneL. SETUP MENU 2. SeLectchannel 3 (or 4) on the "iV.
I OPERATION PAGE 29 This page explains the basics of playing tapes in your VCR. Automatic Playback (No Safety Tab) 1. Tape playback begins automatically, if the safety tab has been removed from the cassette case. For example, most rental movies have no safety tab. Simply insert the © power prerecorded VHScassette into the VCR. Power wilt turn on automatically and playback will begin. stop/ej_ VCR's Controls 2.
PAGE 30 I OPERATION Thispage explainshow to use the remote to playtapes on yourVCR. Auto/Manua[ TrackingAdjustment Your VCRadjusts tracking automaticalLy when you play a tape. If the tape was recorded on a different VCR, streaks (video noise) may appear.WhiLethe tapeisplaying, pressAO3 (,ll/l_) to adjustthe tracking manuaL[y. Real-Time Tape Counter Press ENTERtwice to keep the tape counter on the TV screen. Press ENTERrepeatedty to remove all displays.
OPERATIOH I PAGE 31 Recording what you are watching on TV. OptionsYou Can Use White Recording Instant recording tets you record unlit you reach the end of tape or you press STOPto stop recording. Turn lV and VCRon. ©G©® rec/=tr Remote'sControls Place VCRin VCRmode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly unU[ the VCR indicator light appears in the VCRfront panel, B m m power sp/ep Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV.
PAGE 32 I OPERATION Recording using preset time periods. Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording. Note: Preset recording Ume counts down until the recording time lS over. rec/_r Instant (attended) Timer Recording (ITR) l.ets you record for a specific preset time period, instead of recording until the end of tape is reached. For exampl.e, you can record a 30-minute show using the preset time period. Remote'sControl.s power sp/ep recMr stop/eject Turn TVand VCR on.
OPERATION J PAGE 33 Recording one show white watching another. Note: If you have a cable box connected to your VCR,you cannot record one show and watch another. Choosethe show you wish to record using the VCR'schannel selector. Choosethe show you wish to watch using the W's channel selector. TurnW andVCRon. PlaceVCRin VCRmodebypressingthe TV/VCR buttonon the remote repeatedlyuntil,the VCR indicatorlight appearsin the VCRfrontpane[.
PAGE 34 I OPERATION This page explains how to use the Timer so that you can record while you are away. SpeakEZ Press 2 TIMER SETUp CLOCK A_mIO I Press number keys OUIT =ex8 • PROGRAM [] MONTH: DAY START STOP CHANNEL : SPEED : REPEAT: (1-8) _ sstect program • ENTER 1o adjust program MAIN MENU TIMER can schedule up to eight different events into the PROGRAM TIMER for recording, as tong as no events overlap in the same time period.
OPERATION I PAGE 35 Recording WithPLusCode TNprogram Numbers. MIDNIGHT mmlm 12:00(_ In the Heat of the _ght Lana'sinherited homeplaysan important part in a mob-re[atad real estate scarn(Part 2 of 2) In the Heat of the Night Paid ProLake Winahatchie (Part 2 gmmmlng of 2) 52228 44808 Tonight Charllo Rose 16112 73624 I Tonight (R) 23624 (6o rains) 52228 I LaurenHutton and... GabfietLe L.Hutton 989402 Reece.(30 mlns.)989402 (_ I LoveLucy"Drafted"Lucyand Ethel think their husbandshavebeen draf_cl.
PAGE 36 I TROUBLESHOOTING Somequickandeasytips to fixingprobLems yourseLf. Before CalUng for Service Please refer to this chart before caLlingfor service. First, turn on the TV and VCR.SeLect appropriate input for the TV to receive the video signal from the VCR. You wiLLprobably use the Antenna In connection to the TV. SeLectchannel 3 or 4 at the TV. PLacethe VCRin the VCR mode by pressing the TV/VCR button on the remote repeatedly until VCRindicator Light appears in the VCRfront paneL.
TROUBLESHOOTING I PAGE 37 Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourself. Channel Tuning ProbLems Observed CondiUon PossibLe Cause Probable Solution Some channels are skipped over when using CH (V/A). Those channels were deleted with the CH. ADD/DEL option. Use CH. ADD/DEL to restore channels. See SETUPMenu on page 25 for details. Picture and sound are weak or missing. Antenna or cables are Loose. Tighten connections or replace cabLe. Wrong SOURCEoption is being used.
PAGE 38 I TROUBLESHOOTING Some quick and easy tips to fixing problems yourseLf. Stereo Audio Record and/or PLayback Problems Obsewed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution Stereo is not present. TV is not Stereo-compatible. No action is possible. Program is not in stereo format. No action is possible. VCRA/V Out jacks are not connected to TV A/V In jacks. Make A/V connections. Stereo is available only via A/V output from VCR.
SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL Head System PowerSource Power Consumption nimensions Operating Temperature Operating Humidity Timer Weight Tape Speed Tape Width Maximum RecordingTime (WxHxD) (SP) (LP) (EP) (SP) (EP) Rewind Time TUNER Antenna VHF Output Signal Channel Coverage (UHF) (VHF) (VHF) (UHF) (CAW) VIDEO Video Signal System Supplied Accessory 75 ohms 75 ohms Channel3 or4 2-13 14-69 1-125(4A,A-W,w+1~W+84, A-S~A-1) EIAStandard(525 Lines,60 fields) NTSCtype colorslgnai 1.0 Vp-p 75 ohmsunbalanced 1.
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