VHS Hi-Fi VCR
(160-0614)                 Features                   Faxback Doc. # 38067


Your Realistic Model 44 front-loading, VHS VCR is a new breed of VCR.  It
not only contains three of the most advanced features available in home
video recorders (hi-fi stereo sound, in home video recorders (hi-fi stereo
sound, multi-channel television sound, and HQ circuitry) it has a built in
10-watt-per-channel stereo amplifier that lets you use separate speakers
for VCR playback.  With this amplifier you are not forced to have your VCR
and your stereo system in the same room.  Of course, you can use the
Model 44 with your stereo system if you like.

Many other Model 44 features, listed below, help assure convenience and
ease of operation.  Please read this owner's manual carefully.  It has
been prepared to assist you with initial setup procedures and guide you in
every day operation of the Model 44 VCR.

                     Hi-Fi Stereo Sound - delivers audio quality
                                          comparable to digital discs.

                           HQ Circuitry - improves picture sharpness
                                          compared to non-HQ VCR's.

         Multi-Channel Television Sound - decodes the new stereo
         (MTS)                            broadcasts for recording or
                                          listening.  The Model 44 can
                                          also receive and record the
                                          special audio programs (SAP)
                                          that accompany some MTS
                                          broadcasts.

                  On-Screen Programming - provides helpful menus on the
                                          TV screen for setting the clock
                                          and the automatic timer
                                          programs.  You can also display
                                          the month, date, and year on the
                                          TV screen.

              122-Channel, Digital-PLL, - lets you select any VHF or UHF
              Cable-Compatible Tuner      channel (2-83) and up to
                                          52 different cable channels.

    Note:

    The tuner does not unscramble premium cable channels.

         1-year, 6-Event, Digital Timer - lets you make unattended
                                          recordings of six different
                                          programs during a 1-year period.
                                          Daily and weekly recording are
                                          also possible.

                  Quick Timer Recording - lets you start a recording
                                          immediately or within the next
                                          24 hours, and stops recording
                                          automatically after the length
                                          of time you select (30 minutes
                                          to four hours).

          Automatic Channel Programming - stores all the channels active
                                          in your area into memory with a
                                          touch of a button.

           Full-Function Remote Control - provides remote access to all
                                          tape motion controls.  Control
                                          of power, channel selection, the
                                          TV/VCR switch, counter reset,
                                          memory counter, QTR, slow
                                          motion, quick motion, frame
                                          advance, and on-screen
                                          programming are also included on
                                          the remote control.

                 Input Selection Switch - lets you manually select between
                                          VHF/UHF or audio/video input to
                                          the VCR.  Some other VCRs have
                                          automatic selection that limits
                                          video system connections.

              Dual-Speed Visual Search, -
           Frame-Advance, Quick-Motion,
            Slow-Motion & Freeze-Frame.

                        PICTURE Control - lets you adjust the playback
                                          picture from soft to sharp.

                        Repeat Playback -

              Automatic Playback System -

        Three Recording/Playback Speeds -

       Digital Tape Counter with Memory -

                       Automatic Rewind -

                         Dew Protection -

For your own protection, we urge you to record the serial number of this
unit in the space provided below.  The serial number is located on the
back of the unit.

Serial Number_____________________________________

ACCESSORIES

Your Model 44 VCR is packed with the remote control and connection cable
(shown below).  Be sure that all accessories are removed before disposing
of the packing material.

    The 75-Ohm cable with VHF/UHF Band Splitter is used to connect the
    VHF/UHF OUTPUT terminal on the VCR to the antenna terminal on your TV.

CONTROL LOCATIONS

You operate many of the VCR's functions using controls located in the
compartment along the lower edge of the front panel.

Copyright Information

Unauthorized recording or use of broadcast television programming, video
tape, film or other copyrighted material may violate applicable copyright
laws.  Radio Shack assumes no responsibility for the unauthorized
duplication, use or other acts which infringe upon the rights of copyright
owners.

    WARNING:

    TO AVOID THE HAZARDS OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
    UNIT TO RAIN OR OTHER MOISTURE.

(br/km-02/19/1997)

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