Videorecorder
VTMX900EUK
Operating instructions
The remote control
VTR/TV
TV monitor : To switch between TV reception
and VCR playback
STANDBY m
Switch on or off : To switch set on or off,
interrupt menu function, interrupt a
programmed recording (TIMER)
0-9
Number buttons:0 - 9
SELECT
Select: To select a function
CLEAR (CL)
Delete : To delete last entry or clear a
programmed recording (TIMER)
REC/OTR n
Record: To record the programme selected.
Press
REC/OTR n
and A at the same time
A
Button to activate recording
STILL R
Still picture : To stop the tape and show a still
picture
INDEX E
Index search: In combination with
H
/
I
: to search for previous or next
recording on the cassette.
G
Playback : To play a cassette
H
Rewind : During STOP and STANDBY: rewind, during PLAYBACK: reverse
scanning
I
Forward wind: During STOP and STANDBY: forward wind, during PLAYBACK:
forward scanning
h
Pause/Stop: To stop the tape, except during TIMER-recording
;P+
Select: To select the next line or programme number
OK
Store/Confirm: To store or confirm entry
MENU
Menu : To call up or end main menu
P- =
Select: To select the previous line or programme number
TIMER
TIMER: To make a TIMER programming or to alter or clear a programmed
TIMER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN BRIEF
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Front of the set
m
Standby : To switch off or on, interrupt a function, interrupt a programmed recording
(TIMER)
VTR/TV
TV monitor : To switch between TV reception and VCR playback
PROG r
Select: One line or programme number down.
PROG q
Select: One line or programme number up.
REC n
Record: To record the programme selected
?
Pause/Stop, eject cassette: To stop the tape and eject the cassette
G
Playback : To play a cassette
I
Forward wind: During STOP and STANDBY: forward wind, during PLAYBACK: forward
scanning
H
Rewind : During STOP and STANDBY: rewind, during PLAYBACK: reverse scanning
Back of the set
4
Mains socket: To connect the mains cable
AV1 EXT1
Scart socket 1: To connect the TV set (programme number '
E1')
2
Aerial input socket: To connect the aerial cable
3
Aerial output socket: To connect the TV set
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Thank you for buying a HITACHI video recorder. The
VT-MX900EUK is one of the most sophisticated and
simple-to-use video recorders (VCR) on the market. With this
VCR you can record and play VHS-standard cassettes.
Please take the time to read this operating manual before
using your video recorder.
Safety instructions and other notes
ADanger: High voltage!
Do not remove the top cover as there is a risk of an electrical
shock!
AThe video recorder does not contain any components that can
be repaired by the customer. When the video recorder is
connected to the power supply there are some components that
are constantly operational. To switch off the video recorder
completely you must disconnect it from the power supply.
B Make sure that air can circulate freely through the ventilation
slots on the video recorder.
B Make sure that no objects or liquids enter the video recorder. If
liquid is spilt into it, disconnect the video recorder immediately
from the power supply and call the After-sales Service for
advice.
B The video recorder should not be used immediately after
transportation from a cold to a hot area or vice versa, or in
conditions of extreme humidity.
After unpacking the video recorder, it should be allowed to
acclimatize for at least three hours before installation.
C This operating instruction has been printed on nonpolluting
paper.
C Deposit old batteries at the relevant collection points.
C Please make use of the facilities available in your country for
disposing of the packaging of the video recorder in a way that
helps to protect the environment.
C This electronic equipment contains many materials that can be
recycled. Please inquire about the possibilities for recycling
your old set.
So that you can identify your machine in the event of theft,
enter the serial number (PROD.NO) here. The serial number is
printed on the type plate fixed at the rear of the set.
MODEL NO.
VT-MX900EUK
PROD.NO: ......
This product complies with the requirements of the Directive
73/23/EEC + 89/336/EEC + 93/68/EEC.
Interference
The Department of Trade and Industry operates a Radio
Investigation Service to help TV licence holders improve
reception of BBC and ITC programmes where these are being
spoilt by interference.
If your dealer cannot help, ask at a Main Post Office for the
booklet 'How to Improve Television and Radio Reception'.
Technical information
Voltage : 220-240V/50Hz
Power consumption : 12,5W
Power consumption (Standby) : less than 4W (clock display
on)
Winding time: Forward approx. 260 seconds, backward
approx. 170 seconds (Cassette E-180)
Measurements in cm (W / H / D): 38.0 / 9.3 / 26.0
Number of video heads:2
Recording/Playback time: 4 Hours (Cassette E-240)
8 Hours (LP) (Cassette E-240)
List of accessories
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Operating instructions
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Remote control and batteries
·
Aerial cable
·
Mains cable
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Quick install guide
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HITACHI VT-MX900EUK
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1.
CONNECTING YOUR VIDEO RECORDER
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Placing the batteries in the remote control
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Connecting your video recorder to the TV set
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Connecting with a scart cable
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Connecting without a scart cable
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Connecting other equipment
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2.
INSTALLING YOUR VIDEO RECORDER
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Initial installation
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Manual TV channel search
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Satellite receiver
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Special installation functions
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Automatic TV channel search
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Monitor function
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Sorting and clearing TV channels manually
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Setting the time and date
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3.
IMPORTANT NOTES FOR OPERATION
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General information
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Emergency interrupt
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The symbols on your video recorder display
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4.
PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS
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Playing a cassette
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Tape position indication
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Searching for tape position with the picture (picture
search)
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Still picture
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Searching for tape position without the picture (wind
and rewind)
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Easy View
8
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Tape Finder
9
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Automatic search for a tape position (index search)
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Automatic search for a blank space on the tape
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Picture interference
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Tracking during playback
9
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Tracking during still picture
9
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5.
MANUAL RECORDING
10
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Recording without automatic switch-off
10
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Recording with automatic switch-off (OTR
one-touch-recording)
10
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Protecting your recordings
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Auto-assembling
10
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Selecting the recording speed (SP or LP)
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6.
PROGRAMMED RECORDING (TIMER)
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Programming a recording
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How to check or change a programmed recording
(TIMER)
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How to clear a programmed recording (TIMER)
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7.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
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Switching the TV system
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Child lock
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Automatic switch-off
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Reducing picture disturbance - optimizing the
modulator
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Switching off the modulator
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8.
Before you call an engineer
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9.
GLOSSARY
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Technical terms used
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CONTENTS
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