
Table of Contents
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Basic Operations (Recording)...................................................................................................................33
Recording a Program.....................................................................................................................33
Before you Record .............................................................................................................................33
Basic Recording Steps ......................................................................................................................33
Recording Tips....................................................................................................................................33
Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT)........................................................................................35
Setting the VCR to Record Later .....................................................................................................35
Reviewing What You Have Programmed.......................................................................................37
Programming Priorities......................................................................................................................37
Advanced Operations (Remote Control of TV) ........................................................................................38
Controlling Your TV with the VCR's Remote .............................................................................38
Programming the Remote Control...................................................................................................38
Controlling the TV...............................................................................................................................39
Advanced Operations (Cable Box Hookups)............................................................................................40
Hooking Up to a Cable Box ..........................................................................................................40
A Step-by-Step Approach .................................................................................................................40
Remote Control of the Cable Converter .........................................................................................42
Advanced Operations (Stereo System) .....................................................................................................44
Integrating Your Stereo System...................................................................................................44
Hookup.................................................................................................................................................44
Recording from Your Stereo System...............................................................................................44
Advanced Operations (Second VCR) .......................................................................................................46
Integrating a Second VCR ............................................................................................................46
Hookup.................................................................................................................................................46
Copying from One VCR to Another (Dubbing)...............................................................................46
Copying Tapes From A Camcorder.................................................................................................47
VCR Care and Servicing...........................................................................................................................48
Routine Cleaning............................................................................................................................48
Head Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................48
Periodic Maintenance ........................................................................................................................48
If the VCR Doesn't Work Right.....................................................................................................48
Don't Attempt Repairs Yourself........................................................................................................49
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................49
Hitachi Service Hotline.......................................................................................................................49