Model 30 20" Color TV with Built-in VHS HQ VCR
(160-0422) Preparation Faxback Doc. # 35259
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Condensation inside the TV/VCR can cause tape jams or video head damage.
When you first install your TV/VCR, or when you move it from a cold area
to a warm one, let it sit for about 2 hours before you plug it in and begin
operation. This allows complete evaporation of any moisture inside the TV/
VCR that could damage it.
CAUTION: Do not use your TV/VCR in areas of high humidity.
USING THIS MANUAL
This manual is organized into these major sections.
"Connections" on this Faxback - describes the connections required
to begin using your TV/VCR.
"Setup" on Faxback Doc. # 35260 - includes procedures for preparing and
using the remote control, setting the
on-screen programming language, selec-
ting the input signal, setting the
clock, and storing channels.
"Basic TV Operation:" on Faxback - explains how to select channels,
Doc. # 35261 watch TV using the TV/VCR tuner,
adjust the picture, mute the sound,
use the channel return feature, and
view an external device.
"Basic VCR Operation" on Faxback - explains how to load and play a video
Doc. # 35262 tape, use the TV/VCR's visual search
and freeze-frame features, fast-for-
ward and rewind a tape, and adjust
the tracking manually.
"Special Functions" on Faxback - describes the things you see on the
Doc. # 35262 TV/VCR's TV screen and how to use the
TV/VCR's on timer or sleep timer,
counter, automatic repeat playback,
or closed caption functions.
"Recording" on Faxback Doc. # 35265 - describes the different types of
recordings and gives instructions for
making each.
"Additional Information" on Faxback - includes a troubleshooting section,
Doc. # 35266 care and maintenance procedures, FCC
information, Information on servicing
your TV/VCR, and specifications.
CONNECTIONS
Before using your TV/VCR for the first time, read through this entire
section to determine which connections best meet your needs. Then follow
the directions for completing the connections.
NOTE: You can connect many different types of audio/video systems such as
a stereo receiver/amplifier, a satellite receiver, or a combination
of a cable system and outside antenna to your TV/VCR. These connec-
tions might require additional supplies that are available from your
local Radio Shack store.
CHOOSING A LOCATION
Choose a location for TV/VCR where:
Air flows freely on all sides of the TV/VCR.
The power cord is not in the way of normal traffic.
CONNECTING THE SIGNAL SOURCE
You can connect either an outdoor antenna or the cable from your cable
service provider.
Connecting an Outdoor Antenna
Connect the Antenna to the ANT. terminal on the back of the TV/VCR. If you
don't have a TV antenna yet, use a high-quality outdoor antenna, available
at your local Radio Shack store.
If the antenna uses 75-Ohm coaxial cable, connect the antenna's cable
directly to the TV/VCR's ANT. terminal.
If the antenna uses 300-Ohm coaxial cable, use a 300-to-75-Ohm matching
transformer (not supplied) to make the connection.
If you have separate VHF and UHF antennas, connect the antenna cables to
a splitter/combiner (such as Radio Shack Cat. No. 15-1296). Then connect
the splitter/combiner's output to the ANT. terminal.
Refer to your antenna's installation instructions for additional informa-
tion.
Connecting to a Cable System
Note to the CATV system Installer:
This reminder is provided to call the CAT system Installer's attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code 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.
CAUTION: Some areas have laws restricting direct connections to cable wires
(connections that do not go through the cable box). Check the
laws in your area before making any connections.
To receive cable channels, connect the TV/VCR to your local cable system as
follows:
If you do not receive scrambled channels, you can connect the cable
directly to the TV/VCR's Ant. terminal.
If you receive scrambled channels, you must connect the cable converter
box to the TV/VCR's ANT. terminal. Tune the TV/VCR to the cable box's
output channel (3 or 4) and use the cable box to select the channel.
Cable Channel Designations
Your TV/VCR can receive up to 125 cable channels, displayed as 1-125.
Channels 2-13 are the same for VHF and cable TV and cable companies usually
number them as they appear on the TV screen. For other channels, the cable
service's channel designations might not match the channel number that
appears on the TV screen.
For more information, contact your cable company. You might need to experi-
ment to determine the proper cable channel designations for your cable
system.
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DEVICE
You can connect another audio/video device that has audio/video outputs,
such as a VCR, camcorder, or satellite receiver, to the TV/VCR so you can
view the source's output on the TV/VCR.
NOTE: Always use video-qualified shielded cables with phono connectors.
Do not use standard audio patch cords.
To connect an audio/video device's outputs to the TV/VCR, connect the
device's video and audio outputs to the corresponding VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN
jacks on the back of the TV/VCR.
CONNECTING POWER
When you have completed all other connections, plug the TV/VCR's power cord
into a standard AC outlet.
WARNING: For your protection, the power cord has a polarized plug. To
prevent blade exposure, be sure the blades fit fully and easily
into the outlet. If you do not have a polarized outlet, have a
qualified electrician install one before you use the TV/VCR.
NOTE: When you plug in the TV/VCR within 24 hours after a power failure,
the TV/VCR starts to search for a channel that uses an Extended Data
Service (EDS) signal.(See "Setting the ON-Screen Language/Channels/
Clock" on Faxback Doc. # 35260).
(BR/EB 10/17/96)
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