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FOR YOUR SAFETY
.VT-M282A
HITACHI
VHS Video Deck
VT-M282A
Owner's Manual
Your Complete Guide
to Videocassette Viewing
and Recording
Using these quality features:
• Up to 8 delayed recording programs
• Auto tracking for improved picture in playback
• Cable-compatible frequency synthesizer quartz tuner
• Remote control for use with your VCR, TV, and cable converter
• All basic playback functions on the VCR
• On-screen graphic programming guide
• Front Audio and Video Jack
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FOR YOUR SAFETY TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR YOUR SAFETY................................................................................................................................. 4 Read This First ............................................................................................................................................ 6 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 .......................................................................................................... 35 Reviewing What You Have Programmed...............
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FOR YOUR SAFETY 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 your unit. This symbol warns the user that uninsulated voltage within the unit may have sufficient magnitude to cause electric shock. Therefore, it is dangero
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FOR YOUR SAFETY Caution to the user: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. "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 poin
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Read This First 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 the most of your purchase. Please take time to become familiar with this manual and how it is set up. Keep it handy for future reference, too. To guide you, we've concluded: • "Must read" sections containing important cautions for your family's safety, as well as the basic facts you need to use the VCR. These sections are highlighted like thi
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Getting Started Getting Started This section explains safety rules, how to hookup, quick tour of the controls, set up for first-time operation using on-screen menus, Videocassette tapes. Let's get started. • 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 w
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Getting Started indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your video dealer or local power company. For video products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 6 Overloading - Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock. Overloaded AC outlets and extension cords are dangerous, and so are frayed power cords, damaged or
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Getting Started manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting 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 s
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Getting Started 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 spilled, or objects ha
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Getting Started (Hookups) Getting Started (Hookups) • Simple Hookups 1 Decide Where to Put Your VCR • Be sure your chosen location allows for proper ventilation, stability, and protection from heat and moisture (see Important Safeguards). • Place the VCR near your TV but not on top of it. For convenience in using the remote control, locate them no more then three feet apart. • If you have an external cable or antenna, place the TV and VCR where you have ample cable to hook them
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Getting Started (Hookups) If your TV is a fairly recent model, you probably have both audio and video jacks. Look at the back of your TV for two jacks - possibly color-coded yellow and white. They will be labeled AUDIO IN, or Video IN. (If you are not sure, look at the back of your VCR - you will see two sets of these jacks. If you have no jacks like these on your TV, skip this step and proceed to Step 4. TV with Audio and Video Jacks • Connect the yellow VIDEO OUT jack on the VCR (bott
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Getting Started (Hookups) 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: (Refer to page 11 for 300 ohm UHF connection to TV and antenna.) If you have been watching the TV in your home before getting the VCR, you will already have a round wire attached to your TV, Otherwise, look for a cable connection coming in through the wall from outside. (if you find this co
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Getting Started (Hookups) 1. Remove the antenna line from the back of your TV if it is already connected there, or take it from where it comes in on the wall. 2. Considering the three pictures below, determine which adapter you will need to hook into your VCR. If you have Use this adapter Single 300 ohm flat wire Separate UHF and VHF antenna antenna wires, both 300 ohm flat wire 300 ohm flat UHF and 75 ohm round VHF If you have "rabbit ears" (an antenna on top of you
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Getting Started (Hookups) Now continue wit the hookup: 1. Using whichever adapter you have fit your antenna with, attach that connector to the IN FROM ANT. lower jack on the back of the VCR. 2. Using the 75 ohm cable supplied with your VCR, connect either end to the OUT TO TV upper jack on the back of the VCR. 3. Use a second adapter to attach the other end of the 75 ohm connector back into the TV (where you first disconnected the antenna). Capabilities: With this hookup, you should no
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Getting Started (Controls) Getting Started (Controls) • Quick Tour of the Controls Study these pictures carefully to learn about the buttons and controls that you'll need for daily 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 wit
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Getting Started (Controls) Remote Control Buttons Illustration of remote POWER Turns the VCR on and off. VCR1, TV, CATV, VCR2 Device buttons let you set the remote to control one of four devices. MUTE (TO CONTROL TV) Turns off the audio until you press Mute again. VOLUME/SLOW Increase or decrease the audio volume and plays back in adjustable slow motion. REW Rewinds the videotape. PLAY Starts playing a loaded videocassette. STOP Stops a videocassette from playing, recording, paus
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Getting Started (Controls) Used in on-screen programming and indexing. TRACKING Lets you fine tune the picture. 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/ENT and 2 and 4 for channel 124.) VCR/TV Switches between viewing through the VCR and not viewing through the VCR. When the Remote Doesn't Work Right Check out these possibilities: Low Battery
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Getting Started (Controls) REC/IRT To begin recording. F.FWD Controls the videotape's forward motion. REW Controls the videotape's rewind motion. VIDEO IN Receives video signal from a video camera or another VCR. AUDIO IN Receives audio signal from a video camera, stereo system or another VCR. Display Indicators Meet Your On-Screen Guide Your Hitachi VCR has a special feature called the Easy Graphic Menu. This feature guides you through simple setup and programming tasks right on
