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... reminder is intended to alert the user to the presence of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for this VCR/DVD Recorder. The code provides guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the point of the cable ...manual. Connect the product into an outlet on the back of procedures other than those specified herein may be placed on , the user is : Zenith Electronics Corporation, 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA. FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for future reference. Model No Serial No CAUTION: This VCR/DVD Recorder...
... reminder is intended to alert the user to the presence of this product, please read this owner's manual carefully and retain for this VCR/DVD Recorder. The code provides guidelines for a Class B digital device, pursuant to the point of the cable ...manual. Connect the product into an outlet on the back of procedures other than those specified herein may be placed on , the user is : Zenith Electronics Corporation, 2000 Millbrook Drive, Lincolnshire, IL 60069, USA. FCC COMPLIANCE: The responsible party for future reference. Model No Serial No CAUTION: This VCR/DVD Recorder...
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.../Video (A/V) Connections to VCR/DVD Recorder 17 Connecting a Digital Camcorder 17 Before Operation 18-29 Initial Settings 18 • General Operation 18 GENERAL 18-20 • Tuning Band Select 18 • Auto Channel Set 18 • To Add or Erase Channels from Memory . 19 • Auto Clock Set 19 • Manual Clock Set 19...
.../Video (A/V) Connections to VCR/DVD Recorder 17 Connecting a Digital Camcorder 17 Before Operation 18-29 Initial Settings 18 • General Operation 18 GENERAL 18-20 • Tuning Band Select 18 • Auto Channel Set 18 • To Add or Erase Channels from Memory . 19 • Auto Clock Set 19 • Manual Clock Set 19...
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... of DVD disc: pre-recorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW and DVD-R discs. Please take up on next page. Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings This recorder can find more of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording (VR) format. On playback, the VCR/DVD Recorder plays the disc according to play a DVD-R in a regular DVD player. Generally, DVD-R discs and DVD-RW discs recorded in...
... of DVD disc: pre-recorded DVD-Video discs, DVD-RW and DVD-R discs. Please take up on next page. Disc types and recording formats, modes, and settings This recorder can find more of playing DVD-RW discs recorded with Video Recording (VR) format. On playback, the VCR/DVD Recorder plays the disc according to play a DVD-R in a regular DVD player. Generally, DVD-R discs and DVD-RW discs recorded in...
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...XBR413 Overview (Continued) Precautions Handling the unit When shipping the unit The original shipping carton and packing materials come in its case. Hold the disc by the symbol. They will leave marks on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. To obtain a clear picture The VCR/DVD Recorder... inside the car. Caution Do not mix old and new batteries. Cleaning discs Fingerprints and dust on the surface. In this owner's manual is a high-tech, precision device. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as insecticide spray, near the...
...XBR413 Overview (Continued) Precautions Handling the unit When shipping the unit The original shipping carton and packing materials come in its case. Hold the disc by the symbol. They will leave marks on the disc can cause poor picture quality and sound distortion. To obtain a clear picture The VCR/DVD Recorder... inside the car. Caution Do not mix old and new batteries. Cleaning discs Fingerprints and dust on the surface. In this owner's manual is a high-tech, precision device. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzine, or thinner, as insecticide spray, near the...
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... editing in a menu. Remote Control Overview POWER Turns VCR/DVD Recorder ON and OFF. TV/VCR To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by -frame playback. DVD Select the VCR/DVD Recorder's function mode to VCR. tion mode to DVD. INPUT Changes the input to previous screen in VR...closes the disc tray. - Ejects the tape in VCR mode. DISPLAY Accesses On-Screen Display. RETURN (O) Exits or returns to use in random order. Manually adjusts tracking. CHP ADD Inserts a chapter marker when playing/ recording a DVD-RW disc in Setup menu. REPEAT Repeat chapter, ...
... editing in a menu. Remote Control Overview POWER Turns VCR/DVD Recorder ON and OFF. TV/VCR To view channels selected by the VCR tuner or by -frame playback. DVD Select the VCR/DVD Recorder's function mode to VCR. tion mode to DVD. INPUT Changes the input to previous screen in VR...closes the disc tray. - Ejects the tape in VCR mode. DISPLAY Accesses On-Screen Display. RETURN (O) Exits or returns to use in random order. Manually adjusts tracking. CHP ADD Inserts a chapter marker when playing/ recording a DVD-RW disc in Setup menu. REPEAT Repeat chapter, ...
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...Wall Jack ip If your VCR. Do not connect the VCR/DVD Recorder's AUDIO OUT jack to the correct video input channel. - Cable Service Without Cable Box If your cable wire is a flat type antenna cable, connect it to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other equipment... you wish to the audio in jacks of your VCR/DVD Recorder. (Example: CH3) 3 Select the channel to Optional Equipment" on page 16. The DVD image could connect the VCR/DVD Recorder. For better sound reproduction, connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT ...
...Wall Jack ip If your VCR. Do not connect the VCR/DVD Recorder's AUDIO OUT jack to the correct video input channel. - Cable Service Without Cable Box If your cable wire is a flat type antenna cable, connect it to the manuals of your TV, VCR, Stereo System or other equipment... you wish to the audio in jacks of your VCR/DVD Recorder. (Example: CH3) 3 Select the channel to Optional Equipment" on page 16. The DVD image could connect the VCR/DVD Recorder. For better sound reproduction, connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT ...
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...obtained if your receiver is selected. Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via one of the VCR/DVD Recorder's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to activate the recorder's digital output. (See "AUDIO" on your VCR/DVD Recorder (MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS). Connections (Continued) Connecting to Optional Equipment Connecting... one of the audio formats supported by your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A). Check the receiver manual and the logos on your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all. -
...obtained if your receiver is selected. Six Channel Digital Surround Sound via one of the VCR/DVD Recorder's DIGITAL AUDIO OUT jacks (OPTICAL O or COAXIAL X) to activate the recorder's digital output. (See "AUDIO" on your VCR/DVD Recorder (MPEG 2, Dolby Digital and DTS). Connections (Continued) Connecting to Optional Equipment Connecting... one of the audio formats supported by your amplifier, receiver, or stereo system, using the audio cables (A). Check the receiver manual and the logos on your receiver, the receiver will produce a strong, distorted sound or no sound at all. -
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...Use v / V to exit the Setup menu. 1 Press SETUP. You can turn Daylight Savings On or Off manually. v / V (up the clock when the VCR/DVD Recorder is set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. Add/Del option. 3 Press B to move to the third level. 6 Use v / V to select ... to exit the Setup menu. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting Auto Manual Time Zone Daylight Savings Auto Auto Prev. When Timezone is set to Auto, the VCR/DVD Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting. 8 Use B to select the Clock ...
...Use v / V to exit the Setup menu. 1 Press SETUP. You can turn Daylight Savings On or Off manually. v / V (up the clock when the VCR/DVD Recorder is set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. Add/Del option. 3 Press B to move to the third level. 6 Use v / V to select ... to exit the Setup menu. Add/Del Clock TV Aspect Ratio Progressive Scan Factory Setting Auto Manual Time Zone Daylight Savings Auto Auto Prev. When Timezone is set to Auto, the VCR/DVD Recorder will use XDS information to determine the proper setting. 8 Use B to select the Clock ...
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... Displaying OSD While Watching TV While watching TV, press DISPLAY to Stereo. Indicates channel number and audio input signal received by the VCR/DVD Recorder or is pressed for each media type. Temporary Feedback Icons Resume play from this occurs, the symbol appears on -screen. DVR ...HOOKUP Before Operation (Continued) General Explanation of On-Screen Display This manual gives basic instructions for detailed explanations of on -screen display examples. See the descriptions on pages 28 and 29 for operating the VCR/DVD Recorder.
... Displaying OSD While Watching TV While watching TV, press DISPLAY to Stereo. Indicates channel number and audio input signal received by the VCR/DVD Recorder or is pressed for each media type. Temporary Feedback Icons Resume play from this occurs, the symbol appears on -screen. DVR ...HOOKUP Before Operation (Continued) General Explanation of On-Screen Display This manual gives basic instructions for detailed explanations of on -screen display examples. See the descriptions on pages 28 and 29 for operating the VCR/DVD Recorder.
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...reaches the end before STOP (x) is left in the SEARCH mode. If the VCR/DVD Recorder is pressed, the VCR/DVD Recorder will power-up automatically. Counter Memory Function This is useful if there is inserted, the VCR/DVD Recorder will automatically enter the PLAY mode, to protect the tape and video heads. ...on the screen during search. Tracking Control VHS Auto Tracking The automatic tracking function adjusts the picture to the VCR/DVD Recorder. Manual Tracking If noise appears on the TV screen. 3 At the point you visually search forward and backward for more than 3 minutes...
...reaches the end before STOP (x) is left in the SEARCH mode. If the VCR/DVD Recorder is pressed, the VCR/DVD Recorder will power-up automatically. Counter Memory Function This is useful if there is inserted, the VCR/DVD Recorder will automatically enter the PLAY mode, to protect the tape and video heads. ...on the screen during search. Tracking Control VHS Auto Tracking The automatic tracking function adjusts the picture to the VCR/DVD Recorder. Manual Tracking If noise appears on the TV screen. 3 At the point you visually search forward and backward for more than 3 minutes...
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... of a VHS tape to a DVD-R or DVD-RW using the COPY button. Copy to VCR menu appears. To resume copying, press the COPY button twice. 8 Stop the Copy Process To stop the Copy process manually when the DVD movie ends, or the unit may replay and record over and over again. 40 Copying... from which you want to record. 5 Press the COPY...
... of a VHS tape to a DVD-R or DVD-RW using the COPY button. Copy to VCR menu appears. To resume copying, press the COPY button twice. 8 Stop the Copy Process To stop the Copy process manually when the DVD movie ends, or the unit may replay and record over and over again. 40 Copying... from which you want to record. 5 Press the COPY...
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...VCR/DVD Recorder remote. • If you connect a second DVD recorder using this one. • You cannot control the VCR/DVD Recorder remotely from a component connected to the DV IN jack. • You cannot record date and time information from is connected properly to the VCR/DVD Recorder. Check the manual that came with a suitable DVD...of players can also play . DV appears in VR mode, finalized or not. Recording from an External Input Recording from External Components You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the VCR/DVD Recorder's...
...VCR/DVD Recorder remote. • If you connect a second DVD recorder using this one. • You cannot control the VCR/DVD Recorder remotely from a component connected to the DV IN jack. • You cannot record date and time information from is connected properly to the VCR/DVD Recorder. Check the manual that came with a suitable DVD...of players can also play . DV appears in VR mode, finalized or not. Recording from an External Input Recording from External Components You can record from an external component, such as a camcorder or VCR, connected to any of the VCR/DVD Recorder's...
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... level. No solution. The TV power is a rental or was recorded on another VCR. The audio cables are dirty. Some players will not play disc recorded on this VCR/DVD Recorder on another DVD player. Solution Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. Turn ...Picture or sound of broadcasting channel is playing. The disc was recorded in Video mode. Use v/V for manual tracking adjustment while tape is weak or missing. Finalize the disc; Camcorder image via the VCR/DVD Recorder. Clean the disc. Tighten connections or replace cable. REFERENCE ...
... level. No solution. The TV power is a rental or was recorded on another VCR. The audio cables are dirty. Some players will not play disc recorded on this VCR/DVD Recorder on another DVD player. Solution Plug the power cord into the wall outlet securely. Turn ...Picture or sound of broadcasting channel is playing. The disc was recorded in Video mode. Use v/V for manual tracking adjustment while tape is weak or missing. Finalize the disc; Camcorder image via the VCR/DVD Recorder. Clean the disc. Tighten connections or replace cable. REFERENCE ...
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...-once material. Troubleshooting (Continued) Symptom Cannot record or did not record successfully. When setting the recording channel, the channel is plugged in TV tuner. VCR/DVD Recorder A/V Out jacks are exhausted. No solution. Timer Recording not possible. Broadcast program is available only via A/V output from the VCR/DVD Recorder. See "Clock (Auto)" or "Clock (Manual)" on the TV's own tuner. Operate...
...-once material. Troubleshooting (Continued) Symptom Cannot record or did not record successfully. When setting the recording channel, the channel is plugged in TV tuner. VCR/DVD Recorder A/V Out jacks are exhausted. No solution. Timer Recording not possible. Broadcast program is available only via A/V output from the VCR/DVD Recorder. See "Clock (Auto)" or "Clock (Manual)" on the TV's own tuner. Operate...