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VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 2 Return your Warranty Registration card today to ensure you receive all the benefits you’re entitled to. Once your PHILIPS MAGNAVOX purchase is registered, you’re eligible to receive all the privileges of owning a PHILIPS MAGNAVOX product. So complete and return the Warranty Registration Card enclosed with your purchase at once. And take advantage of these important benefits.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 3 Introduction 3 Welcome to your VCR owner’s manual. This manual describes the VRZ244 and the VRZ264. The VRZ244 is a monaural (single sound source) system, while the VRZ264 is a stereo system. Otherwise, the two models are exactly the same. In this manual, the VRZ264 is illustrated. (The VRZ244 has single AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks. Otherwise, the VRZ244 looks exactly like the VRZ264.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 4 4 Table of Contents Setting Up Your VCR Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Before Using Your VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Hookups Without a Cable Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 5 Before Using Your VCR 5 Removing the Plastic Cover from the Front Panel A thin, plastic cover may protect the front panel of your VCR. Before using the VCR, lift a corner of the plastic, then peel it off. Putting Batteries in the Remote Control 1 1 2 3 2 To open the battery compartment, push in the tab, then pull up the lid. Place two AA batteries inside the battery compartment with their + and – ends aligned as indicated. Close the battery compartment lid.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 6 6 Hookups Without a Cable Box The basic VCR/TV connection – antenna/cable to VCR to TV – is shown below. If you have a Cable Box or a Direct Broadcast System, please refer to pages 8 - 9. After you hook up the VCR, please go to page 10 to turn on the VCR. (The VRZ264 is illustrated here. The VRZ244 has single AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks.) 1 Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TV.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 7 Hookups Without a Cable Box (cont’d) 7 3 Connect the RF coaxial cable (supplied) to the RF OUT Jack on the back of the VCR and to the ANTENNA IN Jack on the TV. (You may use either a snap-on type or screw-on type of coaxial cable, whichever you prefer. A snap-on type is supplied.) IN OUT ANT.IN R AUDIO L VIDEO RF OUT CH3 CH4 Antenna or Cable IN OUT 75Ω ANT CAB / LE ANT.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 8 8 Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System There are two ways to connect your Cable Box/DBS to the VCR. With this connection: • You may view any channel. • You must select channels at the Cable Box/DBS. Channels cannot be changed at the VCR. • You may not view a channel other than the one you are recording. • You may not set up channels at the VCR. • You can only program a timer recording for one channel at a time.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 9 Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System (cont’d) 9 With this connection: • You may watch one channel while recording another. • You may not record scrambled channels. 1 VCR IN OUT ANT.IN R AUDIO L VIDEO 2 Cable Box/DBS IN 75Ω ANT CAB / LE OUT RF OUT CH3 CH4 Cable signal RF coaxial cable 3 TV’s ANTENNA IN jack RF coaxial cable Connections 1 2 Connect a Cable signal to the VCR’s ANT(enna) IN jack.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 10 10 Turning on Your VCR Before turning on your VCR, make sure there are batteries in the remote control and the VCR, TV, and Cable Box/DBS (if applicable) are connected. 1 2 2 6 Turn on the TV. Wait for the VCR to set up channels. Press the VCR button, then press the POWER button. CBL/DBS Turn on the TV. Set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR is set to. The menu shown below will appear.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 11 Automatic Channel Setup 11 Although your VCR may automatically memorize the channels you receive when you turn it on for the first time, this function lets you set up channels again. Make each entry within one minute of the previous entry. 1 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A VCR SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP 5 1 Wait for the VCR to set up channels.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 12 12 Automatic Channel Setup (cont’d) Adding/Deleting Channels 1 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A VCR SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP 1 CBL/DBS TV VCR VCR/TV POWER EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH TO END PUSH EXIT STILL/SLOW 2 PLAY Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select TUNER SET UP, then press the :/OK button. SELECT , 9 Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select ADD/DELETE CH., then press the :/OK button.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 13 Setting the Clock 13 There are four ways to set the VCR’s clock: Manually, with Time Zone Selection, with Manual PBS Channel Selection, or with Automatic PBS Channel Selection. Cable Box/DBS users must set the clock manually. Before you set the clock, make sure: • The VCR power is on. • The VCR light appears on the display panel. If it does not, press the VCR/TV button once. • Channels are set up. • You make each entry within one minute of the previous entry.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 14 14 Setting the Clock (cont’d) 4 Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button repeatedly to set the TIME. Every time you press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button, the time changes in one minute increments. If you press and hold the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button, the time changes in 30 minute increments. When the time is correct, press the :/OK button. TIME DATE CBL/DBS Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button repeatedly to set the DATE (month and day).
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 15 Setting the Clock (cont’d) 15 Time Zone Selection 1 2 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. 1 TV VCR VCR/TV POWER Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the :/OK button. SELECT , 9 CBL/DBS EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH CH CHOOSE :/OK STILL/SLOW A CLOCK LANGUAGE VCR PLUS+ CH. ENGLISH PLAY TO END PUSH EXIT 3 STOP SLOW/ FORWARD SLOW/BACK + – Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select CLOCK, then press the :/OK button.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 16 16 Setting the Clock (cont’d) Manual PBS Channel Selection 1 2 3 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. 1 CBL/DBS TV VCR/TV POWER Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the :/OK button. EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH CH STILL/SLOW Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select CLOCK, then press the :/OK button. (If AUTO CLOCK is set to OFF, PBS CH. will not be available in the menu.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 17 Setting the Clock (cont’d) 17 Automatic PBS Channel Selection 1 2 3 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. 1 CBL/DBS TV VCR/TV POWER Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the :/OK button. EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH CH STILL/SLOW Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select CLOCK, then press the :/OK button. (If AUTO CLOCK is set to OFF, PBS CH. will not be available in the menu.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:28 PM Page 18 18 Daylight-Saving Time Follow the steps below to program the VCR so its clock will automatically move forward one hour in April and turn back one hour in October. 1 2 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. 1 TV VCR VCR/TV POWER EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the :/OK button. SELECT , 9 CBL/DBS CH STILL/SLOW CHOOSE :/OK A CLOCK LANGUAGE VCR PLUS+ CH.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 19 Language Selection 19 Follow the steps below to change the language of the on-screen displays. 1 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT , 9 1 CHOOSE :/OK CBL/DBS TV VCR VCR/TV POWER A VCR SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH CH STILL/SLOW TO END PUSH EXIT 2 PLAY Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select INITIAL SET UP, then press the :/OK button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A CLOCK LANGUAGE VCR PLUS+ CH.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 20 20 Remote Control Buttons TV Button Press this button before pressing other TV operation buttons. VCR Button Press this button before pressing VCR operation buttons. CBL/DBS Button Press this button before pressing Cable Box/DBS operation buttons. POWER Button After pressing the CBL/DBS, VCR, or TV button, press to turn on or off the Cable Box/DBS, VCR, or TV. VOL(ume) 8/9 Buttons Press to increase or decrease the TV’s volume.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 21 Remote Control Buttons (cont’d) 21 VCR/TV Button Press to select the signal that your TV receives. • VCR Position Use to watch a tape, to watch a program while recording it, or to watch a TV broadcast using the CH(annel) 8/9 or Number buttons to change channels at the VCR. The VCR light will appear on the display panel when the VCR is in VCR position. • TV Position Use to watch TV (selecting channels at the TV) or to watch one program while recording another.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 22 22 Display Panel VCR Display Panel Information about VCR operations appears here. Different information appears at different times. The display is brighter when the VCR power is on. The display dims automatically when you turn off the VCR power. Remote Sensor Receives a signal from your remote control so you can operate your VCR from a distance. Press the VCR button on the remote control before pressing other VCR operation buttons. Cassette Compartment Insert a tape here.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 23 Front Panel 23 FF (Fast Forward) Button When tape playback is stopped, press to fast forward the tape at high speed. During tape playback, press to fast forward the tape while the picture stays on-screen. Details are on page 48. PLAY Button Press to play a tape. Also, press to release Slow, Still, or Search mode and return to normal playback. Details are on page 48. REW(ind) Button When tape playback is stopped, press to rewind the tape at high speed.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 24 24 Rear Panel ANT(enna) IN Jack Connect your antenna or cable here. Details are on pages 6 - 9. AUDIO OUT Jacks Connect cables going to the AUDIO IN jacks of a camcorder, another VCR, or an audio source here. Details are on pages 41 and 44. The VRZ244 has a single AUDIO OUT Jack. The VRZ264 (pictured) has Right and Left AUDIO OUT Jacks. AUDIO IN Jacks Connect cables coming from the AUDIO OUT jacks of a camcorder, another VCR, or an audio source here. Details are on page 41.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 25 On-Screen Status Displays 25 An on-screen status display, which includes the current time, channel, and other information (see illustration of the status display at right), will appear when you press the EXIT/STATUS button or certain function buttons. The contents of the status display may vary. ON SCREEN MODE ON: • Whenever you press the PLAY 8 button or the STOP 9 button to stop playback, some of the contents of the status display will appear for five seconds.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 26 26 Setting the Remote Control to Operate a TV Your VCR remote control may operate your TV. Follow these steps to set the remote control code. 1 Point the remote control at your TV. Press the TV button, then press the POWER button. If your TV turns on or off, try the CH(annel) 8/9 buttons. If your remote control operates the TV, you’re finished. If your TV doesn’t turn on or off, or if the CH(annel) 8/9 buttons don’t work, go to step 2. 2 2 1 Find the code for your TV.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 27 Setting the Remote Control to Operate a Cable Box/DBS 27 Your VCR remote control may operate your Cable Box/DBS. Follow these steps to set the remote control code. 1 Point the remote control at your Cable Box/DBS. Press the CBL/DBS button, then press the POWER button. If your Cable Box/DBS turns on or off, try the CH(annel) 8/9 buttons. If the remote control operates the Cable Box/DBS, you’re finished.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 28 28 Playing Read and follow the steps below to play a tape. 1 Turn on the TV and set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR is set to. 2 1 2 Insert a tape in the VCR. The power will come on. The VCR will place itself in VCR position automatically (the VCR light will appear on the display panel of the VCR). If the VCR light does not appear, press the VCR/TV button once.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 29 Recording 29 Read and follow the steps below to record a television program. 1 Turn on the TV and set it to channel 3 or 4, whichever the CH3/CH4 switch on the back of the VCR is set to. 2 1 2 Insert a tape with its record tab intact (details are on page 5) in the VCR. The power will come on. 3 4 Press the VCR button. If the VCR light appears on the display panel of the VCR, go to step 5. If the VCR light does not appear, press the VCR/TV button once.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 30 30 One-Touch Recording The One-Touch Recording (OTR) function allows you to start an immediate timed recording 30 minutes to nine hours long of the channel you are watching. Before you begin, make sure: • Channels are set up. Details are on pages 11 - 12. • The desired recording speed (SP or SLP) has been selected with the SPEED button. Details are on pages 37 and 50. • There is a tape in the VCR.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 31 Recording One Channel/Watching Another 31 1 2 Press the VCR button. Press the REC(ord)/OTR button to start a recording. Details are on page 29. 3 Press the VCR/TV button to put the VCR in TV position. The VCR light will disappear from the display panel. 4 Use the TV remote control to select the channel you want to watch. Or, if the VCR remote control operates your TV, press the TV button, then use the CH(annel) 8/9 buttons to select the channel you want to watch.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 32 32 Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System 1 First, fill in the boxes on this page. It will only take a few minutes, and you must do it if you want the VCR Plus+ programming system to work properly. Since the channel numbers of the stations you receive may not be the same as the station numbers, and since channel numbers differ from area to area, you must program the VCR with your local channel information.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 33 Setting Up the VCR Plus+ Programming System (cont’d) 33 2 Now, compare the channel numbers you have written into the VCR PLUS+ CH. and CABLE/TV CH. columns. You’ll notice that some stations have VCR Plus+ and Cable/TV channel numbers that are the same, and other stations have channel numbers that do not match. You must tell the VCR Plus+ and Cable/TV channel numbers according to the following steps. 2 3 3 4 Examine the lists on page 32.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 34 34 Timer Recording With the VCR Plus+ Programming System Follow the steps below to program a timer recording using PlusCode programming numbers. Before you begin make sure: • Channels are set up. Details are on pages 11 - 12. • The clock is set. Details are on pages 13 - 17. • There is a tape in the VCR. Make sure the tape’s record tab is intact and the tape is long enough to record the program(s).
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 35 Timer Recording With the VCR Plus+ Programming System (cont’d) 35 5 Press the :/OK button. If the VCR PLUS+ and CABLE/TV channel lists appear on-screen, the CABLE/TV channel has not been set for the VCR PLUS+ channel of the program you have set in step 4. Complete steps 6 - 7 on page 33. CBL/DBS 9 TV VCR VCR/TV POWER EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH 6 CH STILL/SLOW • If you want to record the program one time only, go to step 7.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 36 36 Quick Programming Follow the steps below to program your VCR to record TV programs while you’re away from home. The VCR will turn itself on, record, and turn itself off automatically. Before you begin make sure: • Channels are programmed. Details are on pages 11 - 12. • The clock is set. Details are on pages 13 - 17. • There is a tape in the VCR. Make sure the tape’s record tab is intact and the tape is long enough to record the program(s). • The VCR is in VCR position.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 37 Quick Programming (cont’d) 37 4 Press the Number 1/START + or Number 4/START– button to set the recording’s start time. Every time you press a button, the start time changes in one-minute increments. If you press and hold a button, the start time changes in 30-minute increments.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 38 38 Quick Programming (cont’d) 7 CBL/DBS Press the Number 3/DATE+ or Number 6/DATE– button to set the recording date. Every time you press a button, the date changes in one-day increments. If you press and hold a button, the date changes quickly. The day of the week will appear automatically. (You cannot program the VCR to record more than one year in advance.) • If you want to record the program one time only, go to step 9.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 39 Quick Programming (cont’d) 39 Checking, Editing, or Clearing Timer Recordings 1 Press the VCR button, then press the TIMER button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK A VCR PLUS+ QUICK PROGRAMMING PROGRAM REVIEW 1 CBL/DBS TV VCR VCR/TV POWER EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH TO END PUSH EXIT STILL/SLOW 2 PLAY Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select PROGRAM REVIEW, then press the :/OK button. The list of programmed timer recordings will appear.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 40 40 Timer Recording Speed Setting If a program is recorded in SP and there is not enough tape to record the entire program, the VCR automatically switches to SLP to allow complete recording if TIMER REC SPEED is set to AUTO. This feature is especially useful when you record a program that is more than two hours long.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 41 Rerecording (Tape Duplication) 41 The instructions on this page show you how to copy tapes. The illustration uses two VRZ264 VCRs just like yours. Different VCRs may operate differently. To duplicate a tape, make the connections shown, then follow steps 1 - 6. (You may use the AUDIO and VIDEO In jacks on the front of VCR 2 instead if you prefer.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 42 42 Index Search When you make a recording, the VCR automatically places an index code at the beginning of the recording. Essentially, an index code is a type of “bookmark” for your tape. This feature is useful if you have several different programs recorded on a single tape. 3 Insert a tape. Fast forward or rewind to the next or previous index code on the tape by following the steps below. 1 2 Press the VCR button. CBL/DBS 2 Insert a tape in the VCR.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 43 Multi-Channel Television Sound System (VRZ264 only) 43 VRZ264 can receive and record programs broadcast in stereo or second audio. It can also play back tapes recorded in stereo or second audio. These features are not available with the VRZ244. • Second Audio You can program your VCR so that you can hear a program that is being broadcast in second audio or a tape that was recorded in second audio. (A second audio broadcast is usually a program in a second language.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 44 44 Multi-Channel Television Sound System (VRZ264 only) (cont’d) To receive and record programs broadcast in second audio, follow steps 1 - 6. To receive and record a program broadcast in stereo, make one of the connections shown, then follow steps 1 - 6. IN OUT ANT.IN R AUDIO L VIDEO RF OUT CH3 CH4 IN OUT ANT.IN R AUDIO L If you have a Stereo and a Monitor TV, use a video cable to connect the VCR’s VIDEO OUT Jack to the TV’s VIDEO IN Jack.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 45 Hi-Fi Stereo Tape Playback (VRZ264 only) 45 If a tape is recorded in Hi-Fi stereo, follow the steps below to play the tape in Hi-Fi stereo. 1 Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button. SELECT , 9 CHOOSE :/OK 1 CBL/DBS TV VCR VCR/TV POWER A VCR SET UP TUNER SET UP INITIAL SET UP EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH CH 2-3 STILL/SLOW TO END PUSH EXIT 2 PLAY Press the PLAY 8 or STOP 9 button to select VCR SET UP, then press the :/OK button.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 46 46 Video Stabilizer You can correct vertical vibration when playing back tapes recorded in SLP speed. When VIDEO STABILIZER is set to ON, vertical vibration will be corrected automatically. VIDEO STABILIZER is set to OFF when you receive the VCR. Follow the steps below to set VIDEO STABILIZER to ON. 1 1 CBL/DBS TV VCR VCR/TV POWER EJECT Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 47 Incredible Picture 47 You can make the picture sharper or enhance a picture when playing back tapes recorded in SLP speed. PICTURE is set to NORMAL when you receive the VCR. Follow the steps below to set PICTURE to INCREDIBLE or ENHANCER. 1 1 TV VCR VCR/TV POWER Press the VCR button, then press the MENU button.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 48 48 Playback Options Forward and Reverse Searching 1 During tape playback, press and release the :/OK button or the Rewind ; button. A fast forward or reverse picture search will begin. 2 To return to playback, press the PLAY 8 button. CBL/DBS TV VCR VCR/TV POWER EJECT VOL SKIP SEARCH CH STILL/SLOW Viewing a Still Picture 1 During tape playback, press the STILL/SLOW button. A still picture will appear on-screen.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 49 Automatic Operation Features 49 Automatic Playback When you put a tape in the VCR, the power will come on automatically. If the tape’s record tab is missing, playback will begin. Automatic Rewind When a tape is played, fast forwarded, or recorded to its end, the VCR will rewind the tape to the beginning, then stop. Memory Rewind, Power Off When the POWER button is pressed while the VCR is rewinding a tape, REWIND→POWER OFF will appear on-screen.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 50 50 Glossary AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks: jacks located on the front and back of the VCR which are used to record audio from another source (IN) or to send audio to another source (OUT). The VRZ244 has single AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks on the front and back of the VCR. The VRZ264 has Right and Left AUDIO IN/OUT Jacks on the front and back of the VCR. Automatic Channel Programming: process in which the VCR scans all available channels and places the ones you receive in its memory.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 51 Specifications 51 Video Heads Four heads (VRZ244) Four heads with Hi-Fi stereo (VRZ264) Video Signal EIA standards; NTSC color Antenna VHF/UHF – 75 ohm external antenna terminal VHF Output Signal Channel 3 or 4 (switchable) 75 ohms unbalanced Power Requirement 120V AC; 60 Hz Power Consumption 20 W (For VRZ244) 22 W (For VRZ264) Operating Temperature 41°F (5°C) to 104°F (40°C) Relative Humidity 10% to 80% Weight 7.3 lbs. (3.3 kg.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 52 52 Helpful Hints If you are having problems with your VCR, check the following list of problems and possible solutions before requesting service. You may be able to solve the problem yourself. If you need to call a customer service representative, please know the model number and serial number of your product before you call. This information is displayed on the back of the product.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 53 Helpful Hints (cont’d) 53 Tape can’t be removed. • Make sure the power plug is completely connected to an AC (alternating current) outlet. The motor (cylinder) rotates even when the VCR is in Stop mode. • To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about five minutes. This is normal. The quick play mechanism enables the tape mechanism to switch from Stop mode to Play mode in one second.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 54 54 Limited Warranty VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER 90 Days Free Labor/One Year Parts Exchange. This product must be carried in for repair. WHO IS COVERED? You must have proof of purchase to receive warranty service. A sales receipt or other document showing that you purchased the product is considered proof of purchase. WHAT IS COVERED? Warranty coverage begins the day you buy your product. For 90 days thereafter, all parts will be repaired or replaced, and labor is free.
VRZ264 4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 55 Index 55 ac power cord 24 accessories 56 ant(enna) in jack 6 - 9, 24 audio in/out jacks 23, 24, 41, 44, 50 audio/mute button 21 automatic playback 49 rewind 49 batteries 5 cable box code 27 connections 8-9 output channel 8 - 9, 50 cable/tv channels 32 - 33 cassette compartment 22 cassette-inside light 22 cbl/dbs button 20 ch3/ch4 switch 24 channel adding 12 deleting 12 display 22 setup 11 8/9 buttons 23, 49 clear button 20 clock display 22 setting 13 - 17 automatically 16
4/8/99 7:29 PM Page 56 Check to be sure the items on this page are packed with your VCR. These accessories are provided to help you use or set up your VCR.
