Sylvania VCR 6260VF User Manual

RF Output Channel  
If channel 3 is already occupied for broadcasting,  
1) Set your TV to channel 4.  
2) Insert a pre-recorded tape into this unit.  
3) Hit [PLAY B] once.  
4) After a few seconds, hold [PLAY B] on the unit for 3 seconds.  
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reading this owners manual or to order replace-  
ment accessories, please call  
Hint  
The RF output channel may  
not change when you adjust  
tracking during playback. In  
this case, stop the playback,  
and start the playback again.  
After that, hold [PLAY B] on  
the VCR for 3 seconds again.  
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The RF output channel will change to channel 4 from channel 3 and you  
will see a playback picture.  
6260VF  
When a picture does not appear on the TV screen, repeat step 4).  
5) Hit [STOP C] to stop playback.  
1. Before Using Your VCR  
StereoTV Connection  
BasicTV Connection  
VIDEO  
IN  
AUDIO IN  
You can use the AUDIO OUT jacks  
and VIDEO OUT jack on the back of  
the VCR if your TV has Audio/Video  
Input jacks. In this case, you need to  
set the TV to external Line Input  
Mode. Please refer to your TVs  
owners manual.  
L
R
ANT  
AUDIO  
IN  
L
OUT  
IN  
R
Antenna  
Antenna  
Cable TV  
Signal  
or  
Cable TV  
Signal  
or  
OUT  
VIDEO  
(Back of VCR)  
OUT  
IN  
Audio/Video Cables  
(Back of TV)  
(not supplied)  
ANT  
IN  
(Back of TV)  
ANT  
IN  
OUT  
VIDEO  
OUT  
AUDIO OUT  
L
R
2
(Back of VCR)  
Disconnect  
(Back of TV)  
3
OUT  
Connect  
Connect  
RF Cable (supplied)  
Front & RearTerminals  
AUDIO OUT jacks  
AUDIO IN jacks  
Connect the audio cables here through to the audio  
input jacks of a camcorder, another VCR, a stereo  
amplifier, a stereo amplifier or an audio system.  
Connect the audio cables coming from the  
audio output jacks of a camcorder, another  
VCR or an audio source here.  
Plug the AC power cords of the VCR and TV into the AC outlets.  
4
ANT  
AUDIO  
L
ANT IN jack  
Connect your antenna or cable box here.  
IN  
ANT  
AUDIO  
IN  
Hint for Cable Box or Satellite Box  
L
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
ANT OUT jack  
VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
To select channels of the cable box or  
satellite box  
1) Turn on the unit by hitting [POWER], then  
hit [VCR/TV].The POWERand the  
VCR/TVindicator on the front panel will  
(Back of VCR)  
(Cable box or  
Connect the supplied RF cable to the  
ANT  
Antenna or  
OUT  
IN  
IN  
antenna input jack on your TV.  
Satellite box)  
Cable TV  
IN  
OUT  
VIDEO OUT jack  
E
OUT  
signal  
RF cable  
(supplied)  
Connect the video cable here through the video  
input jack of a camcorder, another VCR or a TV.  
VIDEO IN jack  
(Back of TV)  
Connect the video cable coming from the  
video output jack of a camcorder, another  
VCR or an audio-visual source (laser disc  
player, video disc player, etc.) here.  
appear, then press [CHANNEL  
] to  
Select this connection when you want to view  
or record a scrambled channel. With this con-  
nection, channels cannot be changed on the  
unit. You can view or record ONLY the chan-  
nels you have selected on the cable box or  
the satellite box.  
POWER  
CHANNEL  
MEN  
select channel 3 or 4 (the same channel as  
the output channel of the cable box or  
satellite box).  
VIDEO  
L
-
AUDIO  
-
R
TAPE IN  
If you use the channel 4, you need to  
change the units RF output to channel 4.  
Refer to RF Output Channel.  
2) At the TV, select channel 3 or 4 (the same  
channel as you have selected at step 1).  
3) On the cable box or satellite box, select the  
channel you want to view or record.  
Installing the Batteries for  
the Remote Control  
Install two AA batteries  
(supplied) matching the  
polarity indicated on  
the bottom of the  
Supplied Accessory  
Remote control  
(NA376UD) with  
two AA batteries  
RF cable  
Owners manual  
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• While you are recording, only the recorded  
channel can be viewed.  
remote control.  
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3. Preparation for Use  
Turn on the Unit for the FirstTime  
To Add/Delete Channels  
Clock Set Up  
MENU  
MENU  
To Select a Channel  
You can select a channel by using  
the Number buttons on the remote  
control.  
Notes for using the Number but-  
tons:  
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1
1
1
5
6
7
CLOCK SET  
TIMER PROGRAMMING  
AUTO REPEAT [OFF]  
B CHANNEL SET UP  
CLOCK SET  
TIMER PROGRAMMING  
AUTO REPEAT [OFF]  
CHANNEL SET UP  
B CLOCK SET  
MONTH DAY  
YEAR  
Turn on the TV and set  
it to channel 3.  
1 0 0 3 MON 2 0 0 5  
/
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM  
0 5 – – – –  
LANGUAGE SELECT  
AUDIO OUT  
LANGUAGE SELECT  
AUDIO OUT  
or  
or  
or  
If channel 3 is already occupied for broad-  
:
TV STEREO  
SAP  
[ON]  
TV STEREO  
SAP  
[ON]  
casting, see RF Output Channelsection.  
or  
When selecting cable channels which  
are higher than 99, enter channel  
numbers as a three-digit number (for  
example: 117, hit [1], [1], [7]).  
Select the current hour.  
or  
If the clock is not set, the  
CLOCK SET screen  
appears when you press  
[MENU]. In this case, go  
to step 2).  
Remote Control TV Screen  
2
POWER  
LANGUAGE SELECT  
You must precede single-digit  
channel numbers with a zero (for  
example: 02, 03, 04 and so on).  
CLOCK SET  
B ENGLISH  
FRANCAIS  
ESPAÑOL  
[ON]  
MONTH DAY  
YEAR  
1 0 0 3 MON 2 0 0 5  
/
2
3
CHANNEL SET UP  
2
3
4
CLOCK SET  
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM  
0 5 4 0 – –  
To Preset the Channel Again  
1) Hit [MENU] until the main menu appears.  
:
or  
AUTO SET UP  
MONTH DAY  
1 0 – –  
YEAR  
– – – –  
B MANUAL SET UP  
/
or  
2) Select "CHANNEL SET UP" by pressing  
[PLAY B] or [STOP C]. Then, hit  
[F.FWD g].  
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM  
– – – – – –  
or  
Select the current minute.  
CLOCK SET  
:
Select the current month.  
3) Select "AUTO SET UP" by pressing  
[PLAY B] or [STOP C]. Then, hit  
[F.FWD g]. After scanning, the tuner stops  
on the lowest memorized channel.  
3
CH 01  
MONTH DAY  
YEAR  
AUTO SET UP  
1 0 0 3 MON 2 0 0 5  
/
MANUAL SET UP  
CLOCK SET  
To Change the On-Screen Language  
1) Hit [MENU] until the main menu appears.  
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM  
CHANNEL 30  
ADD  
(CATV)  
0 5  
:
4 0  
P M AM  
B PM  
MONTH DAY  
1 0 0 3  
YEAR  
– – – –  
/
or  
2) Select "LANGUAGE SELECT" by pressing  
[PLAY B] or [STOP C]. Then, hit  
[F.FWD g].  
Do you connect the cable from the cable box  
or the satellite box to the VCRs ANT-IN jack?  
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM  
– – – – – –  
or  
Select AMor PM.  
:
Yes  
Select the channel to be  
added or deleted.  
3) Select "ENGLISH", "FRANCAIS" or  
"ESPAÑOL" by pressing [PLAY B] or  
[STOP C]. Then, hit [C.RESET/EXIT].  
Select the current day.  
Yes Hit [MENU] to  
exit  
Refer to Hint for Cable Box or  
8
To exit the CLOCK SET  
screen  
Satellite Boxsection on page 1.  
No  
4
5
MANUAL SET UP  
No Please wait for a few minutes.  
CLOCK SET  
CHANNEL 30  
DELETE  
(CATV)  
After scanning...  
MONTH DAY  
1 0 0 3  
YEAR  
2 0 0 5  
or  
/
The tuner stops on the lowest memorized  
channel.  
or  
HOUR MINUTE AM/PM  
– – – – – –  
:
You can select only the channels memorized  
in the unit by using [CHANNEL  
If "AUTO SET UP" appears on the TV screen  
again, check the cable connections. Then, hit  
[F.FWD g] once again.  
Hint  
].  
Select ADDor DELETE.  
To go back one step, hit [REW h] (during  
Hint  
Select the current year.  
steps 2 to 7).  
If you accidentally select Spanish or French  
and need English: Hit [MENU] and choose  
SELEC. IDIOMA, or SELECTION LANGUE.  
Hit [F.FWD g] and select ENGLISH.  
Finally, hit [C.RESET/EXIT].  
Your clock setting will be lost if either there  
is a power failure or if this unit has been  
unplugged for more than 30 seconds.  
Hint  
C.RESET  
EXIT  
To exit the  
menu.  
Repeat these steps only if either there  
was a power failure or if this unit has been  
unplugged for more than 30 seconds.  
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4. Precautions  
Precautions  
Troubleshooting Guide  
Install Location  
For safety and optimum performance of  
this unit:  
If this unit does not perform properly when operated as instructed in this Owners  
Manual, check this unit consulting the following checklist.  
Important Copyright Information  
Unauthorized recording or use of broad-  
cast television programming, video tape,  
film or other copyrighted material may  
violate applicable copyright laws. We  
assume no responsibility for the unau-  
thorized duplication, use, or other acts  
which infringe upon the rights of copy-  
right owners.  
PROBLEM  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
Install the unit in a horizontal and sta-  
ble position. Do not place anything  
directly on top of the unit. Do not place  
the unit directly on top of the TV.  
Shield it from direct sunlight and keep it  
away from sources of intense heat.  
Avoid dusty or humid places. Avoid  
places with insufficient ventilation for  
proper heat dissipation. Do not block  
the ventilation holes on the sides of the  
unit. Avoid locations subject to strong  
vibration or strong magnetic fields.  
No power.  
Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.  
Make sure the power is turned on.  
Timer recording is impossible.  
Make sure the timer recording is set correctly.  
Make sure the power is off.  
Make sure the VCR clock is set correctly.  
Cannot go into Recording mode. Make sure the tape has a record tab. If needed, cover the hole with  
adhesive tape.  
A Note about Recycling  
Playback picture is partially noisy. Adjust tracking control for a better picture by pressing  
[CHANNEL  
].  
This product's packaging materials are  
recyclable and can be reused. Please  
dispose of any materials in accordance  
with your local recycling regulations.  
Batteries should never be thrown away  
or incinerated but disposed of in accor-  
dance with your local regulations con-  
cerning chemical wastes.  
Cannot view a tape but the audio  
is OK.  
Head cleaning may be necessary. Refer to Auto Head Cleaningon  
page 8.  
Make sure the VCR is not in the Menu mode.  
No or poor playback picture.  
Change the RF output channel to CH4. Then select the same  
channel on the TV.  
Avoid the Hazards of Electrical Shock and  
Fire  
Do not handle the power cord with wet  
hands.  
Do not pull on the power cord when  
disconnecting it from AC wall outlet.  
Grasp it by the plug.  
Fine tune your TV.  
TV programs cannot be seen nor- Re-check the ANT-IN and ANT-OUT connections. See page 1.  
mally.  
Hit [VCR/TV] on the remote control so that the VCR/TV indicator on  
the unit disappears.  
No operation from the infrared  
Remote Control.  
Make sure the power plug is connected to an AC outlet.  
Check batteries in remote control.  
Note to the Cable TV System Installer  
This reminder is provided to call the  
Cable TV system installers attention to  
Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides  
guidelines for proper grounding and in  
particular, specifies that the cable  
ground should be connected to the  
grounding system of the building, as  
close to the point of cable entry as pos-  
sible.  
Video or color fades in and out when You cannot copy a copyrighted video tape. You are experiencing copy  
making a copy of a video tape.  
guard protection.  
Moisture Condensation Warning  
Specifications  
Moisture condensation may occur inside  
the unit when it is moved from a cold  
place to a warm place, or after heating a  
cold room or under conditions of high  
humidity. Do not use the unit at least for  
2 hours until its inside is dry.  
Video Heads :  
Operating temperature : 41°F~104°F  
Four Heads  
Power requirement : 120V, 60Hz  
Power consumption : 14 Watts  
(5°C~40°C)  
VHF Channel 3 or 4  
Dimensions :  
W 14-3/16" (360mm)  
Converter output :  
H 3-5/8" (92mm)  
D 8-9/16" (216mm)  
4.0 lbs. (1.8 Kg.)  
(approx.)  
Weight :  
CAUTION:  
FCC Warning  
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO  
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.  
ATTENTION:  
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice and legal obligation.  
If there is a discrepancy between languages, the default language will be English.  
This equipment may generate or use  
radio frequency energy. Changes or  
modifications to this equipment may  
cause harmful interference unless the  
modifications are expressly approved in  
the instruction manual. The user could  
lose the authority to operate this equip-  
ment if an unauthorized change or modi-  
fication is made.  
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS  
ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA  
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA  
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRE-  
SPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET  
POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.  
Make your contribution to the environment!!!  
Used up batteries do not belong in the dust bin.  
You can dispose of them at a collection point for used up batteries or  
special waste.Contact your council for details.  
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5. Playback  
Turn on the TV and set it to  
channel 3.  
7. Other Operations  
To cue or review picture during play- To play back in slow motion  
Before:  
1
back (Picture Search)  
Hit [SLOW] during playback or the still mode.  
If the noise bar appears on the TV  
screen, you can reduce it by pressing  
POWER  
Hit [F.FWD g] or [REW h].  
Hit it again and the VCR will now  
search in super high speed. (in the  
LP/SLP modes only.)  
EJECT  
1
VCR/TV  
3
4
3
If channel 3 is already occupied for broad-  
casting, see RF Output Channelsection.  
2
5
8
0
[CHANNEL  
].  
CHANNEL  
4
6
To temporarily stop recording  
SEARCH  
-MODE  
Remote Control TV Screen  
2
4
7
9
1
3
(Pause mode)  
CHANNEL  
MENU REC/OTR STOP/EJECT  
REW  
PLAY  
F.FWD  
To freeze the picture on TV screen  
TAPE IN  
C.RESET  
EXIT  
MENU  
SLOW  
during playback (Still mode)  
Hit [PAUSE/STILL].  
PLAYB  
PAUSE  
/STILL  
REC/OTR SPEED  
DISPLAY  
Hit [PAUSE/STILL]. Each time you hit  
the button, the picture will be forwarded  
by one frame.  
During the rec pause mode, five  
C
TAPE IN  
marks appear on the TV screen. Each  
mark represents one minute.  
C
3 2  
4
If the picture begins to vibrate vertically Hit it again to resume recording.  
2
during the still mode, stabilize the pic-  
Auto Rewind  
Hint  
ture by pressing [CHANNEL  
].  
EJECT  
When a tape reaches its end during play-  
back, fast-forward, or recording (except  
timer recording and One Touch  
Recording), the tape will automatically  
rewind to the beginning. After rewinding  
finishes, the unit will eject the tape and  
turn itself to off.  
STOP  
EJECT A  
If the picture is distorted or rolling verti-  
cally, adjust the vertical hold control on  
your TV if equipped.  
When a tape without record tab is inserted, the unit will start playback auto-  
matically at step 1).  
Tracking will be automatically adjusted upon playback. To adjust the tracking manu-  
ally, press [CHANNEL ].  
Counter Reset  
Hit [C.RESET/EXIT].  
6. Recording & OTR (One Touch Recording)  
Hint  
Before:  
Still/Slow/Pause mode will be automatically cancelled after 5 minutes to prevent damage to the tape and the  
2
Turn on the TV and set it to  
video head.  
To return to playback from the Picture Search/Still/Slow mode, hit [PLAY B].  
channel 3.  
If channel 3 is already occupied for  
1
4
2
6
broadcasting, see RF Output Channelsection.  
POWER  
EJECT  
1
VCR/TV  
3
8. On-Screen Operations  
Remote Control TV Screen  
1
2
2
5
8
0
with tab  
CHANNEL  
4
6
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
1
2
3
4
To call up the main menu  
CHANNEL  
SEARCH  
-MODE  
CH12  
7
9
- M E N U -  
MENU  
CHANNEL  
MENU REC/OTR STOP/EJECT  
REW  
PLAY  
F.FWD  
C.RESET  
EXIT  
TAPE IN  
MENU  
SLOW  
TAPE IN  
B TIMER PROGRAMMING  
AUTO REPEAT [OFF]  
CHANNEL SET UP  
CLOCK SET  
Select the chan-  
nel to record.  
PAUSE  
/STILL  
REC/OTR SPEED  
DISPLAY  
4
3
5
CHANNEL  
MENU REC/OTR STOP/EJECT  
REW  
PLAY  
F.FWD  
LANGUAGE SELECT  
TAPE IN  
5
6
Select the desired tape  
speed.  
3
SP  
SPEED  
To select an item  
Tape Speed  
Recording/Playback Time  
Type of tape  
SP mode  
SLP mode  
T60  
T120  
2hours  
6hour  
T160  
2-2/3hours  
8hour  
- M E N U -  
1
4
2 3  
1hour  
3hour  
or  
TIMER PROGRAMMING  
AUTO REPEAT [OFF]  
B CHANNEL SET UP  
CLOCK SET  
Accidental erasure prevention  
REC/OTR  
4
LANGUAGE SELECT  
To prevent accidental recording on a record-  
ed cassette, remove its record tab. To record  
on it later, cover the hole with adhesive tape.  
REC  
POWER  
To decide  
EJECT  
1
VCR/TV  
Hit [REC/OTR] repeatedly to select the desired  
recording length.  
2
5
8
0
3
6
Record tab  
CHANNEL SET UP  
CHANNEL  
4
REC  
OTR(0:30)  
OTR(1:00).....  
(Normal recording)  
AUTO SET UP  
SEARCH  
-MODE  
7
9
B MANUAL SET UP  
OTR(8:00)  
OTR(7:30)  
C.RESET  
EXIT  
MENU  
SLOW  
4
3
4 1  
2
EJECT  
PAUSE  
/STILL  
5
6
Hint  
REC/OTR SPEED  
DISPLAY  
STOP  
EJECT A  
To exit the menu  
C.RESET  
EXIT  
MENU  
If you have connected this unit to a cable box or satellite box, refer to Hint for Cable  
Box or Satellite Boxsection on page 1.  
or  
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