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Hitachi VT-FX6402A Owner's Manual

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VT-FX6402A
Owner's manual
Using these quality features:
• Auto install system automatically tune in broadcast channels
• S-VHS Quasi Playback allows you to playback a tape that is recorded by S-VHS tape.
• Super index allows you to quickly search for a program you want to view or the point from which you
want to start recording on the tape.
• Super rewind and fast forward
• Multi-channel TV sound (MTS).
• 8-program/1 month preset recording.
• Auto tracking system automatically adjusts the tracking so the picture is optimized.
• Frequency synthesized tuner provides easy, preset tuning of up to 68 broadcast TV channels and 125
cable channels.
• VHS Hi-Fidelity sound in playback.
• On-screen programming guide.
• Easy cursor operation
Auto Install System - simply plug in all leads and press the POWER button
As an ENERGY STAR" Partner, HITACHI Home
Electronics (America), Inc. has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR' guidelines for
energy efficiency.
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS (AMERICA), INC.
1855 Donroch Court
San Diego, CA 92173
Tel. 619-661-3441
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
6740 Campobello Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
CANADA
Tel. 905-821-4545
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  • Page 1 • On-screen programming guide. • Easy cursor operation Auto Install System - simply plug in all leads and press the POWER button As an ENERGY STAR" Partner, HITACHI Home Electronics (America), Inc. has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR' guidelines for energy efficiency.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP - AUTO INSTALL ...19 Setting the channel automatically ...19 SETTING THE CLOCK ...20 PRE-TUNING THE VCR TUNER ...23 Presetting the received channels without using a cable box...23 (Hookups [A], [B], [C], or [D]) ...23 To add or erase channels ...25 Auto blue setting ...27...

  • Page 3: For Your Safety

    POWER SUPPLY: AC 120V, 60 Hz ONLY. The POWER button 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.

  • Page 4: Important Safeguards

    CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: Many television programs and films are copyrighted. In certain circumstances, copyright law may apply to private in-home videotaping of copyrighted materials. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
  • Page 5 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 cracked wire insulation and broken plugs. They may result in a shock or fire hazard. Periodically examine the cord and have it replaced by your service technician if appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation.

  • Page 6: Customer Controls

    20 Safety Check -- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this video product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the video product is in safe operating condition. CUSTOMER CONTROLS VCR Customer Controls...
  • Page 7 STOP/EJECT button PLAY button F.FWD button REW button REC/IRT button CHANNEL (channel up/down)/ TRACKING buttons VCR Display power on in stop mode (flashes during auto install) RF03H (RF Channel 3) RF04CH (RF Channel 4) playback (flashes during double speed play, visual...

  • Page 8: Remote Control Customer Controls

    Cable for connecting this VCR to a TV VCR Customer Controls Item No. Function AUDIO IN L, R jacks VIDEO IN jack IN FROM ANT. - signal input OUT TO TV - signal to TV VIDEO OUT jack AUDIO OUT L, R jacks...
  • Page 9 PROGRAM (programming) button CLEAR - clears time counter REC - record button 100/ENT button VCR, TV - Device buttons let you set the remote to control one of the two VCR/TV mode select button CH (channel up/down) button PAUSE/ENTER buttons Cursor buttons F.FWD button - fast forward or search...

  • Page 10: Remote Operation

    REMOTE OPERATION Install batteries in the remote control The remote control requires two "AA" batteries. 1 Insert your fingertip into the notch and push the battery compartment lid to remove it. Note: When replacing the batteries, remove the old batteries and keep the POWER button depressed for 10 seconds before inserting fresh batteries.

  • Page 11: Operating In The Remote Control

    Operating in the remote control 1 Make sure there is no obstacle between the remote control and VCR's infrared receiver. Note: You cannot operate the VCR if there is an obstacle (for example, coffee table, sofa, etc) between the VCR and remote control.

  • Page 12: Safety Tabs Prevent Erasure

    • To get the best quality picture record at standard recording speed (SP) • This VCR does not record at the LP speed, but it can play cassette that were recorded at the LP speed. Safety tabs prevent erasure The VCR automatically enters the playback mode when a cassette without its safety tab is inserted. The VCR won't record on a tape without a safety tab and the cassette will be ejected if the REC or REC button is pressed.

  • Page 13: Advanced Antenna Hookup -Av Hookup [B]

    * PURCHASED SEPARATELY Switch the RF Channel When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel. • When the power is turned on, press the POWER button to turn it off. Press the PLAY button on front of the VCR.

  • Page 14: Basic Cable Hookup [C]

    WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN... • WATCH AVAILABLE TV CHANNELS • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL • RECORD ONE CHANNEL AND WATCH ANOTHER Caution: Do not connect to the mains supply socket before connecting all leads (ss page 17). * PURCHASED SEPARATELY BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [C] WITH THIS HOOKUP...

  • Page 15: Advanced Cable Hookup -Av Hookup [D]

    * PURCHASED SEPARATELY Switch the RF Channel When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel. • When the power is turned on, press the POWER button to turn it off. Press the PLAY button on front of the VCR.

  • Page 16: Basic Cable Hookup -With Cable Box [E]

    Caution: Do not connect to the mains supply socket before connecting all leads (ss page 17). * PURCHASED SEPARATELY BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [E] WITH THIS HOOKUP YOU CAN... • WATCH AVAILABLE CABLE CHANNELS • RECORD AND WATCH THE SAME CHANNEL YOU CAN'T...

  • Page 17: Advanced Cable Hookup -With Cable Box [F]

    * PURCHASED SEPARATELY Switch the RF Channel When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel. • When the power is turned on, press the POWER button to turn it off. Press the PLAY button on front of the VCR.

  • Page 18: Advanced Cable Hookup - With Cable Box And

    ALL CHANNEL SELECTIONS MUST BE MADE AT THE CABLE BOX. BE SURE TO CONSULT YOUR CABLE BOX MANUAL FOR THE CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL. Caution: Do not connect to the mains supply socket before connecting all leads (ss page 17). * PURCHASED SEPARATELY WITH CABLE BOX AND ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -...

  • Page 19: Auto Install

    16 on "HOOKUP" sections. The VCR will be in the standby mode at this stage. 2 Press the POWER button on the VCR to start the auto install. This screen appears to show that the channel is being set. The "...

  • Page 20: Setting The Clock

    Tips 1 You'll need to set the clock when first hooking up your VCR, and any time the power goes out for more than 1 hour. When you first plug in the VCR or after a power outage, the clock display will read "--:--" on the TV display.
  • Page 21 The main on-screen menu will appear on the TV screen. You may view all the on-screen instructions in English, French, or Spanish. When you first set up your VCR, it will be set to English. Press the LANGUAGE option, and then press the 2 Press the cursor button to select the SETUP option, and then press the ENTER button.
  • Page 22 5 Press the cursor button to select the minutes, and then press minutes. 6 Press the cursor button to select MONTH, and then press the month. 7 Press the cursor button to select DAY, and then press the day. The correct day of the week will appear by itself. cursor button to change the cursor button to change the cursor button to change the...

  • Page 23: Pre-Tuning The Vcr Tuner

    YEAR, and then press the year. 9 Press the GUIDE button. The VCR clock is now set, and should show the correct time of day on the TV screen. Notes: • The clock uses the 12-hour system. You set it for AM or PM.
  • Page 24 1 Turn on the TV and select the video channel (3 or 4). Or, if you are hooked up with an audio/video cable, set the TV to AUX or VIDEO. 2 Press the GUIDE button. The main on-screen menu will appear on the TV screen. 3 Press the cursor button to select the SETUP option, and press the ENTER button.

  • Page 25: To Add Or Erase Channels

    6 Press GUIDE to return to regular viewing. Note: Your VCR is capable of receiving 68 broadcast TV channels (vhf 2 - 13, uhf 14 - 69) and cable channels (CA TV I - 125). In some areas channels cannot be received when CATV1 is selected. In this case, select CATV2 in the receiving setup.
  • Page 26 1 Press the GUIDE button. The main on-screen menu will appear on the TV screen. 2 Press the cursor button to select the SETUP option, and then press the ENTER button. 3 Press the cursor button to select the channel, and then press the ENTER button. 4 Use the cursor buttons to select CH LIST , and then press the ENTER button.

  • Page 27: Auto Blue Setting

    5 Use the number buttons to select the number of the channel you want to add or erase. 6 Press the STOP button to delete the channel, or press the PLAY button to add it. 7 Press the GUIDE button to return to regular viewing. Auto blue setting 1 Turn on the TV and select the video channel (3 or 4).

  • Page 28: Playback

    4 Press the cursor button to select AUTO BLUE "ON" or "OFF". The screen becomes blue and mutes sound when a channel without a broadcast signal on the VCR or a channel on which broadcasting has finished. • If the signal is too strong, this function may not operate even if you specify . During playback this function does not operate.
  • Page 29 If you press the PLAY button and the cassette has not been inserted, the warning screen will appear on the TV screen for several seconds, Insert a cassette. 4 Press the STOP button to end playback. Note: This VCR can quasi playback the tape that is recorded by S- VHS type. SQPB stands for S-VHS Quasi...

  • Page 30: Rewinding The Tape

    Playback. When VCR playback by SQPB, the inversion noise will appears on screen in STILL and SLOW mode. Rewinding the tape When the video cassette reaches the end of the tape, the VCR will stop and automatically rewind the tape. • If you press the POWER button while the tape is rewinding, the power will not shut off until the tape has been completely rewound.

  • Page 31: To Remove Noise From The Picture

    Scratched tapes or poorly recorded tapes may require additional picture adjustment. You can do this with the remote control. Press the CH ( ) button on the remote control or TRACKING button on the VCR when viewing a cassette. Press either the...

  • Page 32: Special Playback Effects

    • After 1 minute in the PAUSE mode, the VCR automatically switches to STOP mode to protect the tape. • If noise bars appear on the TV screen during the PAUSE mode, first set the VCR to the SLOW mode by...

  • Page 33: Slow Motion

    • Use the CH ( ) button to minimize any visual noise bands on the screen. • After 1 minute in slow motion playback, the VCR will stop the tape automatically to prevent damage to the tape and VCR. Visual Search This function let you search backward and forward through the videotape while viewing it.

  • Page 34: Choosing A Mode For Audio Playback

    Choosing a mode for audio playback The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track.

  • Page 35: Using The "Super Index" Feature

    Each time you press the REC button to start recording, the VCR will record an INDEX mark at the start of recording. The INDEX feature uses this signal recorded on tapes (VISS signal) to locate the beginning of a program you want to view.

  • Page 36: Locating The Beginning Of A Recorded Program (Index Search)

    • A black square in the tape bar shows the current tape position. • When the VCR finds an index mark, it plays 15 seconds of the program that begins at that spot. NOTE: Tape bar will not appear correctly if the tapes which have scratches or are slack are being used.

  • Page 37: Locating The Beginning Of A Blank Section (Blank Search)

    Note: If there are no index marks on the tape, the VCR will just rewind to the beginning or fast forward to the end. Locating the beginning of a blank section (BLANK SEARCH) This function searches for a non-recorded section of remaining tape, or unused tape, and stops the tape when it locates such a section.

  • Page 38: Switching Rewind Or Fast Forward To Visual Search (Easy View)

    When the beginning of blank is located, the STOP screen will appear for five seconds and the tape will stop. • The tape remaining time appears in the VCR display. Note: Make sure that the tape is at the beginning of blank before you start recording or editing.

  • Page 39: Viewing The On-Screen Display

    While playing back your tape you can skip forward by pressing the button. The tape will search ahead for about a minute and then resume play. VIEWING THE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Switching between the clock, time counter and time of remaining tape Press DISP while the on-screen display is displayed.

  • Page 40: Index With The Time Counter

    Press the DISP button a second time to see just the time counter. Notes: • The linear time counter operates only if there is something recorded on the tape. • The counter changes to 0:00:00 when the tape is ejected. Press the DISP button a third time to see the tape remaining time.
  • Page 41 1 Press the DISP button two or three times. The counter will appear in the TV screen. 2 Begin recording or playing back a tape. 3 At the point that you want to go back to, press the CLEAR button. This resets the counter to 0:00:00.

  • Page 42: Recording A Program

    Before you record Note: The cassette safety tab must be in place in order to record. The VCR must be hooked up properly for recording. See the Simple Hookups at the beginning of this manual. Copyright infringement warning Most television programs and films are copyrighted. This means that someone has legal rights governing the reproduction and distribution of this material.
  • Page 43 2 Insert a blank or erasable tape. The power comes on automatically and the tape indicator lights on the display. • If a cassette without its safety tab is inserted, playback starts automatically, and you cannot complete the record operation. 3 Press the TAPE SPEED button to select SP (standard play, for the best picture quality) or EP (extended play, for the longest recording time on a single tape).
  • Page 44 • Press the PAUSE button to set the VCR to the recording pause mode. Press the button again to re-start recording. • If you stay in PAUSE mode for more than 5 minutes, the VCR automatically switches to STOP mode to protect the tape.

  • Page 45: Recording A Program - Recording Tips

    1 Once you have set the VCR for recording, press the VCR/TV button. The VCR indicator disappears. Now, you will be viewing through your TV only. 2 Switch channels using your TV controls or the VCR remote, if it's programmed to control your TV (see page 41).

  • Page 46: To Change The Channel Being Recorded

    Notes: • You can check on the recording by pressing VCR/TV again. This will switch you back to viewing through the VCR, and you'll see the program you are recording. • If you're hooked up with an audio/video cable: Switch the TV from AUX or VIDEO mode back to the TV mode, then select the channels you want to watch, as described in Step 2.

  • Page 47: To Record A Second Audio Program (Sap)

    Automatic Indexing Your VCR will automatically create an invisible "INDEX" mark every time you press the REC button while recording. During playback, the Index Search feature will let you move through a tape that has several recordings on it by searching for the "INDEX" mark. See Page 28, "Locating the beginning of a recorded program ( INDEX SEARCH)".

  • Page 48: Delayed Recording

    Stereo vs. mono sound When you select the STEREO option in the initial setup operation, your VCR records in stereo any station that broadcasts stereo sounds. When a TV channel broadcasts in stereo, you'll see a stereo indicator on the TV screen.

  • Page 49: Delayed Recording Steps

    • Starting time • Ending time • Channel to be recorded • Blank or erasable videocassette (safety tab intact) Delayed Recording Steps You set up the delayed recording using the on-screen Easy Guide System. 1 Insert blank or erasable tape. The power comes on automatically.
  • Page 50 4 Press the ENTER button to bring up the screen for One Time Recording EXAMPLE: Set the VCR to record "one time", a program on Channel 8 that starts at 6:00 PM and records for 30 minutes on 7/10/99, at the EP recording speed.
  • Page 51 6 Press the cursor button to select the minutes, and then press the change the minutes of the start time. 7 Press the cursor button to select the recording time, and then press the change the hour. 8 Press the cursor button to select the minutes, and then press the change the minutes.
  • Page 52 10 Press the cursor button to select the tape speed, and then press the cursor or TAPE SPEED button to change the recording speed to EP. 11 Press the cursor to select the recording date, and then press the cursor button to change the date.
  • Page 53 Note: If program is overlap, the VCR gives you an error message that disappears from the screen in about 5 seconds. 13 Press the POWER button to turn off the VCR. The delayed recording indicator will display on the VCR.

  • Page 54: Program Review

    2 Press the STOP button within 10 seconds. • This can be done either on the VCR or with the remote control. Important: Your timed recording settings take effect when you turn off the power on the VCR. PROGRAM REVIEW Reviewing what you have programmed You can look back over any of the recordings you have preset and if you need to, clear out any of the programs.

  • Page 55: Using The Vcr Remote To Control Your Tv

    • The screen will display the next program, if there are more, or it will switch back to the main menu. 5 Press the GUIDE button to end. USING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV Using the VCR remote to control your Hitachi TV 1 Turn on the TV...

  • Page 56: Integrating Your Stereo System With Your Vcr

    3 Point VCR remote control toward TV. 4 Press the number button corresponding the functions available on your TV remote control. Note: This function is available on Hitachi TV. Some of Hitachi TV does not work with this remote INTEGRATING YOUR STEREO SYSTEM WITH YOUR VCR...

  • Page 57: Hookup

    • Make sure the VCR is connected to your stereo system, as shown above. • Make sure that "STEREO" audio is selected from the VCR Set-Up Menu, as shown on page 36, of "RECORDING OPERATIONS" section, "Stereo vs. mono sound".

  • Page 58: Copying Tapes From A Camcorder

    2 Turn on the stereo, and start the selection you wish to record. 3 Press the REC button on VCR or REC button on the remote control to start recording. 4 Press the STOP button to stop recording. COPYING TAPES FROM A CAMCORDER...
  • Page 59 1 Press the AVX button twice on remote control, to display L (line) on the TV display. 2 Press the REC, then PAUSE buttons on the VCR remote control. The VCR will go into Record/ Pause. 3 Press the PLAY button on the camcorder. You will see the camcorder tape being played on the 4 When you see the part of the Camcorder tape you wish to copy, press the PAUSE button again to release pause and start copying the camcorder tape.

  • Page 60: Copying From One Vcr To Another Vcr (Dubbing)

    COPYING FROM ONE VCR TO ANOTHER VCR (DUBBING) Hookup If you have two VCRs, you may use one VCR to record a tape that is being played back in the other VCR. To copy from one VCR to another VCR 1 Press the AVX button on the remote control of VCR-1 so that L (line) appears in the display.

  • Page 61: Problem Guide / Maintenance

    3 Press the PLAY button on VCR-2. You will see the taped program being played on the TV. 4 When you see the part of the program you wish to record, press the PAUSE button on VCR-1 again to release pause and start recording.

  • Page 62: Maintenance

    Guide indications in VCR display and OSD screen The following indications appear in the VCR display and OSD screen to tell you the current status of your VCR. • Push the reset switch with a sharp pointed instrument (pen, toothpick, etc.).

  • Page 63: Technical Specifications

    2 AA batteries * Check your cable company's compatibility requirements. For information about how to obtain these and other HITACHI accessories, please call HiTRON, Inc. TOLL FREE at 1-800-995-4500 (in the continental United States). For ALASKA and HAWAII, please contact the nearest Hitachi Regional Office.

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