Model 27 AC-DC Video Cassette Player
(160-0419) Preparation Faxback Doc. # 18257
ACCESSORIES
Your VCP includes the following connection accessories. Be sure to unpack
all of them before you throw away the packing material.
300-to-75 Ohm Adapter - connections a 300-Ohm antenna wire to the VCP's
ANT.IN terminal.
75-Ohm Coaxial Cable - connects the VCP's RF.OUT terminal to your
TV's 75-Ohm antenna terminal.
VCP/TV DC Power Cord - lets you power the VCP and a portable TV (not
supplied) from your vehicle's cigarette lighter
socket.
AC Adapter - lets you power the VCP from a standard AC outlet.
CHOOSING A LOCATION
For safe and effective operation of your VCP, consider the following when
you choose an installation location.
Place the VCP away from direct sunlight and heat sources, such as
radiators and heat vents.
Do not place the VCP in a dusty or humid area.
Do not block the VCP's top and bottom ventilation holes. For example,
do not set the VCP on carpet.
Place the VCP on a flat surface, away from strong vibrations or
magnetic fields.
Do not set anything on top of the VCP.
MAKING CONNECTIONS
You can connect your VCP to a TV/monitor, a VCR (video cassette recorder),
or both. To help you make the right connections:
If your TV/monitor does not have separate audio and video input jacks,
use the connections described in "Connecting a Standard TV," below.
If you TV/monitor has separate audio and video input jacks, use the
connections described in "Connecting a TV/Monitor," below.
If you want to connect a VCR to the VCP for copying tapes, use the
connections described in "Connecting a VCR," below.
NOTES: A "standard TV" can receive broadcast TV signals from an antenna or
cable system, and can be turned to different channels to view the
broadcasts. Some standard TVs are equipped with only a 75-Ohm
cable/antenna jack, while others might have separate audio and
video input jacks.
A "TV/monitor" can receive signals from other video equipment (such
as your VCP), but unlike a standard TV, it cannot receive (tune in)
TV broadcast signals. A TV/monitor typically has separate audio
and video input jacks.
Note to the CATV System Installer
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to
article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to
the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry
as practical.
Connecting a Standard TV
Follow these steps to connect the VCP to a standard TV that has a 75-Ohm
cable jack, but does not have separate audio and video input jacks.
1. Disconnect the antenna or cable wire from your TV's VHF antenna
terminal and connect it to the VCP's ANT.IN terminal.
NOTES: If your antenna has a 300-Ohm wire, connect the wire to the 300-Ohm
terminals on the supplied 300-to75-Ohm adapter. Then connect the
adapter's 75-Ohm plug to the VCP's ANT.IN terminal.
If you have a VHF/UHF splitter connected to your TV, disconnect
the antenna wire from the splitter's input terminal and leave
the splitter connected to the TV.
If you have a separate UHF antenna, leave the UHF antenna wire
connected to the TV.
2. Using the supplied 75-Ohm coaxial cable, connect the VCP's RF.OUT
terminal to the TV'S VHF antenna terminal (or the splitter's input
terminal).
Connecting a TV/Monitor
Follow these instructions to connect your VCP to either a TV monitor or a
standard TV that has separate audio and video input jacks.
Connect the VCP's AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks to the TV/monitor's audio and
video input jacks using video-quality shielded cables (not supplied).
CAUTION: You must use video-quality cable for this type of connection.
Do not use standard audio cable. Your local Radio Shack store
sells the proper type of cable.
Connecting a VCR
Follow these instructions to connect your VCP to a VCR so you can copy
video tapes.
COPYRIGHT INFORMATION; Most material performed in public, such as
concerts, plays, and movies, or distributed on prerecorded video tapes is
copyrighted. The unauthorized recording or duplication of copyrighted
material is a violation of the copyright laws of most countries and such
duplication may result in fines and/or imprisonment. Note, however, that
in the United States, it is not a violation of U.S. copyright laws for a
consumer to record a broadcast television program for private (in-home)
viewing.
Connect the VCP's AUDIO AND VIDEO OUT jacks to the VCR's audio and video
input jacks using video-quality shielded cables (not supplied).
NOTES: You must use video-quality cable for this type of connection. Do
not use standard audio cable. Your local Radio Shack store sells
this type of cable.
If your TV has separate audio/video input jacks, you can connect
the VCR's audio/video output jacks to your TV's input jacks using
another video-quality shielded cable. This lets you watch a tape
while you copy it (see "Copying a Video Tape", Faxback Doc.# 18256,
Operation).
Connecting A Video Processor
To improve the quality of copied tape, you can connect a video processor
(not supplied), such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 15-1962, to the VCP.
SETTING THE CHANNEL SWITCH
CHANNEL, located on the back of the VCP, determine on which channel (3 or
4) a standard TV receives the VCP's signal. Set it to 3 for channel 3,
or 4 for channel 4.
NOTES: If possible, set CHANNEL to a channel on which you do not receive
regular television broadcasts.
The CHANNEL setting has no effect on a TV monitor, nor does it
affect a standard TV's operation when the VCP is turned off or not
playing a tape.
CONNECTING POWER
Using the supplied adapters, you can power your VCP from either a standard
AC outlet or from your vehicle's cigarette lighter socket.
CAUTIONS: If you use the VCP in areas of high humidity or move it from a
cold area to a warm one, allow it to warm up for about 2 hours
before you plug it in and operate it. This allows any damaging
moisture to completely evaporate.
If moisture has formed inside the VCP, it might not operate
after you connect power (see "DEW Protection System,") below.
Using AC Power
The supplied AC adapter lets you power the VCP from a standard AC outlet.
To use AC power, connect the AC adapter's barrel plug to the VCP's DC IN
12V jack, then plug the AC adapter's power cord into a standard AC outlet.
CAUTIONS: The supplied AC adapter provides 14 volts DC power and delivers
850 milliamps. Using an adapter that does not meet these
specifications could damage the VCP, your TV/monitor, or the
adapter.
When you unplug the AC adapter, grasp the adapter's plug, not
its cord.
Always plug the AC adapter into the recorder before you plug it
into the AC outlet. Always unplug the AC adapter from the
outlet before you unplug it from the recorder.
Using Vehicle Battery Power
The supplied DC adapter lets you power your VCP and a portable TV (not
supplied) from your vehicle's cigarette lighter socket.
CAUTIONS: The TV you use must have a DC 12-volt jack (with the center tip
set to positive) that accepts the adapter's plug (5.5 x 2.1 mm
depth/diameter).
The vehicle must have a 12-volt DC, negative-ground electrical
system. Most vehicles have this type of system, but we
recommend that you contact the vehicle's dealer if you are
unsure. Using the adapter and VCP with any other electrical
system or TV could damage the adapter, the VCP, the TV, and/or
the vehicle's electrical system.
Always plug the DC adapter into the VCP and TV before you plug
it into the cigarette lighter socket. Always unplug the DC
adapter from the cigarette lighter socket before you unplug it
from the VCP and TV.
The VCP continues to draw a small amount of current from the
vehicle's battery even after you turn it off, so be sure to
disconnect the DC adapter from the cigarette lighter socket
when you are not using the VCP and TV, to prevent your vehicle's
battery from being drained.
The DC power cord has two barrel plugs on one end and a cigarette-lighter
plug on one end. To connect DC power, plug one of the adapter's barrel
plugs into the VCP's DC IN 12V jack, and plug the other into the TV's DC
12-volt jack. Then connect the cigarette-lighter plug into the vehicle's
cigarette-lighter socket.
DEW PROTECTION SYSTEM
Your VCP's dew protection system helps prevent damage caused by moisture
that can form on the VCP's tape heads, such as when you move the VCP from a
cold area to a warm one. When the system senses moisture on the VCP's tape
heads, such as when you move the VCP from a cold area to a warm one. When
the system senses moisture on the tape head(s), DEW turns on and the VCP
does not let you play a tape.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging the VCP mechanism, do not try to load a tape
while the DEW indicator is on.
If DEW turns on, disconnect the VCP's power for about 2 hours, then plug it
back in. If DEW turns off, you can proceed with normal operation of your
VCP. If DEW turns on again, try unplugging it again, or take it to your
local Radio Shack for assistance.
INSTALLING THE REMOTE CONTROL'S BATTERIES
The remote control requires two AAA batteries (not supplied) for power.
For the best performance and longest battery life, we recommend alkaline
batteries, such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 23-558.
1. To remove the battery compartment cover, slide it in the direction
of the arrow.
2. Place the batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity
symbols (+ and -) marked inside the compartment.
Caution: Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type.
3. Replace the cover.
NOTES: If you will not be using the remote control for a month or more,
remove the batteries.
You can use the remote control up to a distance of about 23 feet
(7 meters) in front of the VCP. If it does not operate properly
within this distance, replace the batteries.
WARNING: Always dispose of old batteries promptly and properly.
(PH 11/6/95)
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