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... cable ground shall be a violation of cable entry as close to rain or moisture. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. To prevent damage which may result in part may void the user's authority to the grounding system of the building as practical. Warning! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE...
... cable ground shall be a violation of cable entry as close to rain or moisture. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. To prevent damage which may result in part may void the user's authority to the grounding system of the building as practical. Warning! REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. Important Safety Instructions CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE...
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... home, consult your machine. If you for the TV/VCR The unit is designed with or immersion in TV/VCR technology. To reduce the risk of power supply to -use liquid or aerosol cleaners. l Heed all warnings on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. l Provide ventilation for choosing Samsung! Do not place it from the wall outlet before operating...
... home, consult your machine. If you for the TV/VCR The unit is designed with or immersion in TV/VCR technology. To reduce the risk of power supply to -use liquid or aerosol cleaners. l Heed all warnings on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. l Provide ventilation for choosing Samsung! Do not place it from the wall outlet before operating...
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... to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of the lead-in damage and will prevent damage to the unit due to qualified service personnel under the following the operating instructions - l Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV/VCR is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug having one way. l Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should not...
... to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of the lead-in damage and will prevent damage to the unit due to qualified service personnel under the following the operating instructions - l Upon completion of any service or repairs to this TV/VCR is equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug having one way. l Protect the power cord. Power supply cords should not...
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... Antennas Connecting Cable TV Systems to the TV/VCR Cable without a Converter Box Cable with a Converter Box Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Chapter 3: TV Operation Viewing the On-Screen Display Viewing the Main Menu Selecting the On-Screen Language Selecting the Signal Source Programming the Channels Storing Channels in Memory Adding and Erasing Channels in Memory Setting the Clock and Calendar Choosing Picture Settings Customizing Picture Settings Using Standard Picture Settings Setting the Sleep Timer Using the On/Off Timer Chapter 4: VCR Operation Inserting and Ejecting a Video...
... Antennas Connecting Cable TV Systems to the TV/VCR Cable without a Converter Box Cable with a Converter Box Installing Batteries in the Remote Control Chapter 3: TV Operation Viewing the On-Screen Display Viewing the Main Menu Selecting the On-Screen Language Selecting the Signal Source Programming the Channels Storing Channels in Memory Adding and Erasing Channels in Memory Setting the Clock and Calendar Choosing Picture Settings Customizing Picture Settings Using Standard Picture Settings Setting the Sleep Timer Using the On/Off Timer Chapter 4: VCR Operation Inserting and Ejecting a Video...
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... Chapter 4: VCR Operation (cont.) Recording TV Programs as You Watch Recording Editing While Recording Using Advanced Recording Features Using One-Touch Recording Recording at a Later Time Using Program Review Chapter 5: Special Features Viewing the Demonstration Mode Using True Repeat Using Block Repeat Viewing Closed Captions Using Special Playback Features Frame Advance Skip Search Slow Motion Video Dubbing Making the Connections Video Dubbing Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Identifying TV Problems Identifying VCR Problems Getting Help Spanish Quick Reference Guide Appendix...
... Chapter 4: VCR Operation (cont.) Recording TV Programs as You Watch Recording Editing While Recording Using Advanced Recording Features Using One-Touch Recording Recording at a Later Time Using Program Review Chapter 5: Special Features Viewing the Demonstration Mode Using True Repeat Using Block Repeat Viewing Closed Captions Using Special Playback Features Frame Advance Skip Search Slow Motion Video Dubbing Making the Connections Video Dubbing Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Identifying TV Problems Identifying VCR Problems Getting Help Spanish Quick Reference Guide Appendix...
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... l Digital auto-tracking l Repeat play l Infra-red wireless remote control system l Quick-start, full loading system l High-speed rewinding l High-Quality video circuitry l 181-channel capability (frequency synthesized tuner) l Auto channel programming l One-touch recording (up to Samsung. The following is a list of its many exciting features: l Closed captioning l On-screen programmed recording of Features Samsung's TV/VCR unit was designed and engineered using the latest technology. Also, please fill out the warranty card...
... l Digital auto-tracking l Repeat play l Infra-red wireless remote control system l Quick-start, full loading system l High-speed rewinding l High-Quality video circuitry l 181-channel capability (frequency synthesized tuner) l Auto channel programming l One-touch recording (up to Samsung. The following is a list of its many exciting features: l Closed captioning l On-screen programmed recording of Features Samsung's TV/VCR unit was designed and engineered using the latest technology. Also, please fill out the warranty card...
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... manual POWER TIMER REC REMOTE STOP/EJECT REW PLAY FF - FF (fast forward) Press to fast forward a tape. -VOLUME+ Press to the TV/VCR without disturbing others. VOLUME + CHANNEL 1.2 C H A P T E R O N E: YO U R N EW T V / V C R EARPHONE You can plug earphones into this jack to listen to decrease and increase the volume. Use earphones with your television set for recording later. VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN Use these jacks to change channels. POWER light Lights when the power has been turned...
... manual POWER TIMER REC REMOTE STOP/EJECT REW PLAY FF - FF (fast forward) Press to fast forward a tape. -VOLUME+ Press to the TV/VCR without disturbing others. VOLUME + CHANNEL 1.2 C H A P T E R O N E: YO U R N EW T V / V C R EARPHONE You can plug earphones into this jack to listen to decrease and increase the volume. Use earphones with your television set for recording later. VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN Use these jacks to change channels. POWER light Lights when the power has been turned...
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... selectthe line sources connected to the Audio /Video jacks on the back of the TV/VCR SPEED Press to selectthe desired tape speed MUTE Press to silence (mute) the volume P-STD (picture-standard) Press to select memory or standard picture settings CH , CH Press o r to change channels on the TV/VCR PRE-CH (previous channel) Press to quickly tune to the last channel on the TV...
... selectthe line sources connected to the Audio /Video jacks on the back of the TV/VCR SPEED Press to selectthe desired tape speed MUTE Press to silence (mute) the volume P-STD (picture-standard) Press to select memory or standard picture settings CH , CH Press o r to change channels on the TV/VCR PRE-CH (previous channel) Press to quickly tune to the last channel on the TV...
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... the step-by-step instructions to set up your TV/VCR (except models CXD2512, CXD2514) uses 300-ohm twin flat leads. If your TV/VCR. Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads The rod antenna included with the unit ). Before connecting, however, you want to one or more antennas. you will learn to tighten the screws. 3 Plug the adaptor into the antenna mount at the top...
... the step-by-step instructions to set up your TV/VCR (except models CXD2512, CXD2514) uses 300-ohm twin flat leads. If your TV/VCR. Antennas with 300-ohm Flat Twin Leads The rod antenna included with the unit ). Before connecting, however, you want to one or more antennas. you will learn to tighten the screws. 3 Plug the adaptor into the antenna mount at the top...
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... some channels and requires you don't need the following pieces of equipment: l A 2-way splitter l An RF (A/B) switch l Four lengths of coaxial cable You can receive all 68 VHF/UHF channels plus basic cable channels without a Converter Box 1 Plug the incoming cable into the 2-way splitter.incoming cable splitter 2 Connect one of the coaxial cables between the out terminal of the rear panel. Cable without an external cable converter box.
... some channels and requires you don't need the following pieces of equipment: l A 2-way splitter l An RF (A/B) switch l Four lengths of coaxial cable You can receive all 68 VHF/UHF channels plus basic cable channels without a Converter Box 1 Plug the incoming cable into the 2-way splitter.incoming cable splitter 2 Connect one of the coaxial cables between the out terminal of the rear panel. Cable without an external cable converter box.
Owner Instructions
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... of your TV, completing procedures such as storing channels in memory and setting the clock and calendar Then you have a video tape in the TV/VCR, the tape status will learn how to use convenience features such as customizing your picture settings, and setting the sleep timer. For more to remove all displays from the screen after less than ten seconds. If you...
... of your TV, completing procedures such as storing channels in memory and setting the clock and calendar Then you have a video tape in the TV/VCR, the tape status will learn how to use convenience features such as customizing your picture settings, and setting the sleep timer. For more to remove all displays from the screen after less than ten seconds. If you...
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..., sharpness, color, or tint. 3 Press VOL + or VOL- The setting for its picture settings (contrast, brightness, sharpness, color, and tint) However, you may want to change these settings This section explains how to adjust picture settings and store these settings in memory, and how to switch back to change the setting you choose appears on the screen. Press VOL +. The Video menu appears on viewing the main menu, see...
..., sharpness, color, or tint. 3 Press VOL + or VOL- The setting for its picture settings (contrast, brightness, sharpness, color, and tint) However, you may want to change these settings This section explains how to adjust picture settings and store these settings in memory, and how to switch back to change the setting you choose appears on the screen. Press VOL +. The Video menu appears on viewing the main menu, see...
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... minutes. 3 . 9 C H A P T E R TH R E E: TV OPERATION Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer allows you to select the length of time your TV/VCR remains on the screen, press CH or C H until "Setup" is highlighted Press VOL +. 2 Press CH until "Sleep" is now set to "Standard " If you like to normal viewing. Press VOL. + or VOL to set the length of the screen. TV OPERATION The word "Standard" appears...
... minutes. 3 . 9 C H A P T E R TH R E E: TV OPERATION Setting the Sleep Timer The sleep timer allows you to select the length of time your TV/VCR remains on the screen, press CH or C H until "Setup" is highlighted Press VOL +. 2 Press CH until "Sleep" is now set to "Standard " If you like to normal viewing. Press VOL. + or VOL to set the length of the screen. TV OPERATION The word "Standard" appears...
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... tab on the remote control three times. 4 . 8 C H A P T E R F O U R V C R OP E R A T I O N After five minutes in the pause mode, the TV/VCR automatically stops the tape and switches to TV mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear If this happens, press REC to resume recording Using Advanced Recording Features Using One-Touch Recording One-touch recording (OTR) lets you record television programs with the...
... tab on the remote control three times. 4 . 8 C H A P T E R F O U R V C R OP E R A T I O N After five minutes in the pause mode, the TV/VCR automatically stops the tape and switches to TV mode to protect the video heads from excessive wear If this happens, press REC to resume recording Using Advanced Recording Features Using One-Touch Recording One-touch recording (OTR) lets you record television programs with the...
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VCR OPERATION The Timer Record menu appears on the screen. 2 Use the CH or CH buttons to highlight "Start time". Press VOL + to lock in progress, press POWER and then immediately press STOP/EJECT. The starting hour will be displayed in the program review feature. The instructions for using the feature are recording a channel that comes through a cable converter box, enter the output number of the channel, is flashing, then enter the correct...
VCR OPERATION The Timer Record menu appears on the screen. 2 Use the CH or CH buttons to highlight "Start time". Press VOL + to lock in progress, press POWER and then immediately press STOP/EJECT. The starting hour will be displayed in the program review feature. The instructions for using the feature are recording a channel that comes through a cable converter box, enter the output number of the channel, is flashing, then enter the correct...
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... another language All VCRS record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. There may have subtitles in English, while Channel 2 has subtitles in your television schedule and on the tape's packaging. 1 With the main menu on viewing the main menu, see page 3.2. Then, press MENU to return to change channels. 3 Press or CH t o highlighted "Mode." Most pre-recorded commercial video tapes provide closed captions as news...
... another language All VCRS record the closed caption signal from television programs, so home-recorded video tapes also provide closed captions. There may have subtitles in English, while Channel 2 has subtitles in your television schedule and on the tape's packaging. 1 With the main menu on viewing the main menu, see page 3.2. Then, press MENU to return to change channels. 3 Press or CH t o highlighted "Mode." Most pre-recorded commercial video tapes provide closed captions as news...
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... a repair person for your TV/VCR, please scan this list of possible problems and solutions. Identifying TV Problems Problem Poor picture, no other tape in color. Adjust the antenna. Check all wire connections. Identifying VCR Problems Problem Unit won 't take video tape. Unit didn't record a program. Make sure the unit was turned off. Make sure the time is receiving the broadcast signal. chapter six TROUBLESHOOTING Before you time and money. Adjust the antenna. Unit...
... a repair person for your TV/VCR, please scan this list of possible problems and solutions. Identifying TV Problems Problem Poor picture, no other tape in color. Adjust the antenna. Check all wire connections. Identifying VCR Problems Problem Unit won 't take video tape. Unit didn't record a program. Make sure the unit was turned off. Make sure the time is receiving the broadcast signal. chapter six TROUBLESHOOTING Before you time and money. Adjust the antenna. Unit...
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APPENDIX Specifications Format Recording System Television System Audio Track Tape Width Record Speed SP LP SLP Record/Playback Time FF/Rew Time Heads VIDEO Input Signal-to-Noise Ratio Horizontal Resolution VHS Standard Rotary, azimuth two-head helical scanning system Luminance FM azimuth recording Color signal converted subcarrier phase shift recording NTSC-type color signal EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) 1 track 12.7 mm (l/2 inch) 33.35 mm/s (1.31...
APPENDIX Specifications Format Recording System Television System Audio Track Tape Width Record Speed SP LP SLP Record/Playback Time FF/Rew Time Heads VIDEO Input Signal-to-Noise Ratio Horizontal Resolution VHS Standard Rotary, azimuth two-head helical scanning system Luminance FM azimuth recording Color signal converted subcarrier phase shift recording NTSC-type color signal EIA Standard (525 lines, 60 fields) 1 track 12.7 mm (l/2 inch) 33.35 mm/s (1.31...
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... country sending tapes to VCR for Video cassette tapes A.1 changing tape speeds 4.6-7, A.2 CHA, CHI 1.2, 3.3-4 channels adding and erasing 3.4 changing 1.4, 3.3-4 storing 3.3-4 choosing picture settings 3.7 choosing recording speed 4.6-7, A.2 choosing video cassette tapes 4.1, A.1 cleaning A.1 CLEAR 1.4, 4.4-5 Clock 3.5 closed captions 5.4 coaxial cable 2.1, 2.3 Color 3.7 combiner 2.2 connections antennas to TV/VCR 2.1 cable TV system to TV/VCR 2.3 VCR to a A.2 using the TV/VCR in memory 3.4 Adjust 3.2 advanced recording fea- INDEX Symbols 2-way splitter 2.3 300-ohm flat twin lead 2.1 300...
... country sending tapes to VCR for Video cassette tapes A.1 changing tape speeds 4.6-7, A.2 CHA, CHI 1.2, 3.3-4 channels adding and erasing 3.4 changing 1.4, 3.3-4 storing 3.3-4 choosing picture settings 3.7 choosing recording speed 4.6-7, A.2 choosing video cassette tapes 4.1, A.1 cleaning A.1 CLEAR 1.4, 4.4-5 Clock 3.5 closed captions 5.4 coaxial cable 2.1, 2.3 Color 3.7 combiner 2.2 connections antennas to TV/VCR 2.1 cable TV system to TV/VCR 2.3 VCR to a A.2 using the TV/VCR in memory 3.4 Adjust 3.2 advanced recording fea- INDEX Symbols 2-way splitter 2.3 300-ohm flat twin lead 2.1 300...
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... Repeat 5.2 TV problems, fixing 6.1 TV standards A.3 TV tuners A.3 U UHF antennas 1.3, 2.1-2 using standard 3.8 PLAY 1.2, 1.4, 4.2 playing a video cassette tape 4.2 plugs Safety.2 polarization Safety.2 POWER 1.2, 1.4 power consumption A.3 power cord Safety.2 power requirement A.3 power sources Safety.1 power/timer 4.12 PRE-CH 1.4 problems, fixing 6.1-2 program number 3.4 program overlap 4.12 Program Review 4.13 programming channels 3.3 Q quick reference, Spanish 7.1 quick reference card 1.1 R re-recording 4.13 rear panel 1.3 REC 1.2, 1.4, 4.7 record 4.6 record light 1.2, 4.7 record safety...
... Repeat 5.2 TV problems, fixing 6.1 TV standards A.3 TV tuners A.3 U UHF antennas 1.3, 2.1-2 using standard 3.8 PLAY 1.2, 1.4, 4.2 playing a video cassette tape 4.2 plugs Safety.2 polarization Safety.2 POWER 1.2, 1.4 power consumption A.3 power cord Safety.2 power requirement A.3 power sources Safety.1 power/timer 4.12 PRE-CH 1.4 problems, fixing 6.1-2 program number 3.4 program overlap 4.12 Program Review 4.13 programming channels 3.3 Q quick reference, Spanish 7.1 quick reference card 1.1 R re-recording 4.13 rear panel 1.3 REC 1.2, 1.4, 4.7 record 4.6 record light 1.2, 4.7 record safety...