Model 202 Hi-Fi Stereo VCR with Four-Head Double Azimuth
(160-0642) Features Faxback Doc. # 57212
Introduction
Your Optimus Model 202 Hi-Fi Stereo VCR offers some of the most advanced
features available in home video cassette recorders:
Cable Box/Satellite - lets you program the VCR to control your
Receiver Control cable box or satellite receiver during
unattended timer recordings.
Automatic/Manual Clock - lets you set the VCR to automatically update
Setting its clock from EDS (Extended Data Service)
signals sent by some TV stations. You can
also manually set the clock.
Note: If no broadcaster in your area transmit
EDS signals, you must manually set the
clock.
Automatic DST (Daylight - lets you set the VCR to automatically adjust
Saving Time) Adjustment the displayed time for Daylight Savings Time.
Universal Remote Control - lets you control your VCR, as well as many
brands of TVs, cable boxes, and satellite
systems.
Note: Your remote control requires two AA
batteries (not included) for operation.
Channel Caption - lets you set call letters so they appear when
you select the channel.
Action Key - lets you program functions and navigate on
screen menus.
Front and Rear Audio/Video - lets you quickly connect an audio/video
Input Jacks device, such as a camcorder, to the VCR
without disconnecting other devices.
Multichannel Television - decodes stereo broadcasts for listening or
Sound (MTS) recording. This VCR can also receive and
record special audio programs (SAP) that
accompany some MTS broadcasts.
Trilingual On-Screen - provides helpful instructions on the TV
Programming screen for setting the clock and timers. You
can select English, French, or Spanish
instructions.
Memory Sentinel - in case of a power loss, the VCR holds the
current time for 1 minute, and tuner
programming information and timer memory
settings for up to 24 hours.
VCR Lock - lets you set the VCR to help prevent young
children from operating it.
179-Channel, Digital-PLL, - lets you tune to up to 68 VHF and UHF
Cable-Compatible Tuner channels, and up to 125 cable channels.
Recording/Playback:
VCR Plus + System Timer - lets you automatically record programs using
Recording the Plus Code programming numbers published
in most television program schedules. Your
VCR automatically selects the channel to
record, so you don't have to manually select
it.
Commercial Advance - detects and skips over most commercials
during playback.
Movie Advance - lets you go directly to the start of a movie
or select which preview to view on purchased
or rented tapes.
Automatic Shut-Off - shuts off the VCR when a blank portion of
tape continues or no signal (except line
input) is detected for 5 minutes.
Auto Repeat Playback - automatically rewinds the tape for repeat
playback when the tape plays to the end (or
an unrecorded portion over 30 seconds).
Auto Tracking System - automatically adjusts tracking when you start
playback.
26-Micron Record/Play Head - enhances picture quality at the SLP (Super
Long Play) playback speed.
Time Stamp - lets you view useful, editable recording
information (such as date, start time, and
channel) during the first 10 seconds of tape
play.
Visual and Index Searches - lets you quickly locate the beginning of a
specified recording, or have the VCR play the
first l10 seconds of each recording, so you
can locate the one you want.
Program Index - lets you select and search for a specific
program after timer recording.
Four Double-Azimuth Video - provides picture quality and special effects
Heads superior to standard single-azimuth four-head
VCRs.
Artificial Intelligence - reduces on-screen "noise" when playing back a
(AI) Video Noise Reduction worn or damaged tape.
System
Immediate Recording - lets you start recording immediately and stop
after a length of time you select.
1-Month, 8-event Digital - lets you program the VCR to make up to 8
Timer unattended recordings (daily, weekly, or one
time).
We recommend you record the VCR's model and serial numbers here. This
information is on the VCR's back panel.
Model: _____________________________
Serial Number: _____________________
Before You Begin
Be sure to remove the remote control and 75-Ohm coaxial cable before you
store the packing material. Depending on what components you use, you
might need additional cables or adapters (available at your local Radio
Shack store). Read "Installation" in Faxback Doc. # 57213 to determine
your specific needs.
Condensation inside the VCR can cause tape jams or video head damage.
When you move the VCR from a cold area to a warmer one, let it sit for
about 2 hours before you plug it in and begin operation. This allows any
moisture inside the VCR to completely evaporate.
Using This Manual
We recommend you thoroughly read at least "Installation" in Faxback Doc. #
57213 and "VCR Setup" in Faxback Doc. # 57215, to be sure you correctly
install and set up your VCR. While reading, remember:
Some buttons appear on both the remote control and the VCR. You can use
either button to operate the same functions. Some procedures use only
the VCR's buttons, or only the remote control's.
Since you use the remote control most often to change settings and
functions, this manual refers only to the remote control's labels
(although some buttons might be labeled differently on the VCR). Unless
otherwise noted, you can use either the remote control's or VCR's
buttons.
All buttons, switches, and jacks on the VCR and all buttons on the
remote control are shown in UPPERCASE.
Information that appears on the TV screen is shown in this typeface:
PLAY.
Information that appears on the VCR's display is shown in this typeface:
VCR.
The VCR displays menus and options on the TV you connect it to, and
other information (such as tape motion indicators, the real-time
counter, etc.) on its display.
If a menu disappears before you finish entering information, simply
begin again from the step where you first pressed MENU/ACTION on the
remote control.
(BR-EB 11/4/99)
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