Model 36 9" Color TV/ VCR Combo
(160-0429) Features Faxback Doc. # 50425
Your Optimus Model 36 9" Color TV/VCR Combo combines a versatile color
TV/monitor and a VCR in one space-saving cabinet. The supplied AC power
cord and DC adapter let you enjoy it in your home, office, car, RV, van,
or boat - almost anywhere! The Model 36 receives TV programs and plays
video tapes. It also records video tapes from TV programs or an audio/
video source you connect it to.
Please read this owner's manual carefully. It has been prepared to assist
you with initial setup procedures and to guide you in the Model 36's
everyday operation.
Your Model 36 has these features:
Automatic/Manual Clock Setting - lets you set the Model 36 to
automatically update its clock
using EDS (Extended Data Service)
signals broadcast by certain
stations when you operate the Model
36 using AC power. You can also
manually set the clock.
Note: EDS is a service provided by some broadcasters to transmit various
types of information including the current time. If no
broadcasters in your area transmit EDS signals, automatic clock
setting will not work.
Automatic DST (Daylight - lets you set the Model 36 to
Saving Time) Adjustment automatically adjust the time for
Daylight Saving Time when you
operate the Model 36 using AC
power.
Automatic Head Cleaning System - cleans the Model 36's video heads
each time you insert and eject a
tape, to preserve excellent picture
quality.
Auto Return - rewinds the tape to the beginning
of the recording when timer
recording ends.
Closed Captioning - receives and displays closed
caption signals for those programs
that broadcast them, and lets you
receive other information from TV
stations.
Remote Control - compact and easy to use, the remote
control lets you operate most of
the Model 36's tape-motion and TV
controls from a distance.
Front Panel Video/Audio Input Jacks - lets you quickly connect an audio/
video device such as a camcorder or
video game, without disconnecting
other devices.
Bilingual On-Screen Menu - displays instructions on the TV
screen in English or Spanish.
179-Channel Capability, Digital - lets you view broadcasts tuned from
PLL (Phase-Locked Loop) Tuner an antenna, cable system, or audio/
video from another video source,
providing a clear, sharp picture.
Tuner Memory Programming - automatically stores all the active
channels in your area into memory.
You can also manually program the
tuner's memory, making it easy to
add new channels when you move the
Model 36 to another area, or delete
channels you do not want.
Two-Way Power - lets you power the Model 36 from
standard AC power (with the
supplied AC power cord) or your
vehicle's battery (with the
supplied DC adapter).
Dew Protection System - protects the Model 36 by preventing
VCR operation in very humid
conditions.
Channel Return - lets you quickly switch between
broadcasts on two different
channels by pressing a single
button.
1-Year, 8-Event, Digital Timer - lets you program the Model 36 to
make up to eight unattended weekly,
daily, or one-time recordings
within a 1-year period.
Game Mode Setting - lets you quickly set the Model 36
to the best video setting for
viewing video games.
Automatic/Manual Tracking - automatically adjusts the tracking
for each tape you play. You can
also adjust the tracking manually.
Automatic Playback/Rewind/Eject - makes playback easy by
automatically playing, rewinding,
and ejecting a video cassette tape.
Sleep Timer - lets you set the Model 36 to play
for the amount of time you select,
then automatically turn off.
Auto Repeat - lets you set the Model 36 to
automatically repeat a tape when,
during playback, it reaches the end
or a blank section on the tape.
Rental Play - improves playback picture quality
of worn tapes, such as rental
tapes.
Dual-Speed Fast-Forward/Reverse with - helps you easily find a selection
Visual Search and Time Search on the tape, and lets you quickly
move the tape through recorded
material you want to skip.
Freeze-Frame - lets you temporarily stop the
action and view a single frame.
Digital Tape Counter with Memory - lets you select and return to a
specific point on the tape.
Three Recording/Playback Speeds - lets you choose the best recording
speed for the desired length and
recording quality.
Earphone Jack - lets you connect an earphone (not
supplied) to the Model 36.
Note: Your Model 36's remote control requires two AA batteries (not
supplied) for operation.
We recommend you record your Model 36's serial number here. The number
is on the back panel.
Serial Number: _________________________
USING THIS MANUAL
This manual is organized into these major sections.
"Connections" in Faxback Doc. # 50428 - describes the connections
required to begin using your Model 36.
"Setup" in Faxback Doc. # 50429 - includes procedures for preparing and
using the remote control, setting the on-screen language, storing
channels, selecting the input signal, and setting the clock.
"Basic TV Operation" in Faxback Doc. # 50430 - explains how to select
channels, watch TV using the Model 36's tuner, adjust the picture
(brightness, contrast, color, tint, and sharpness), mute the sound, use
the channel return feature, and view an external device.
"Basic VCR Operation" in Faxback Doc. # 50431 - explains how to load and
play a video tape, use the Model 36's visual search and freeze-frame
features, fast-forward and rewind a tape, and adjust the tracking
manually.
"Special Functions" in Faxback Doc. # 50432 - describes the things you
see on the Model 36's TV screen, how to use the Model 36's sleep timer,
game mode, counter, time search and automatic repeat playback functions,
improve playback of old or damaged video tapes, and use the Model 36's
closed caption function.
"Recording" in Faxback Doc. # 50433 - describes the different types of
recordings and gives instructions for making each, and shows how to use
the Model 36's auto return function.
"Additional Information" in Faxback Doc. # 50434 - includes a
troubleshooting section, care and maintenance procedures, FCC
information, procedures for replacing the DC adapter's fuse, information
on servicing your Model 36, cleaning the Model 36's video heads, storing
video cassettes, and degaussing.
"Specifications" in Faxback Doc. # 50436 - lists the Model 36
specifications.
(LB/eb 10/16/98)
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