Hitachi VT-F390A - Manual (Page 23)

available. This VCR uses VHS tapes only, which are the most common type.
Look for the VHS mark on new or prerecorded tapes you buy.
Tapes are marked either T-120 or T-160, which signifies how many minutes
of programming they can hold at standard recording speed (SP). To get the
best quality picture, record at standard speed. But if you want to get more on
a tape and are less concerned about the quality, set the VCR for extended
play (EP).
Tape Capacities at Different Speeds
TYPES RECORDING TIME
SP EP
T-120 120 min. 360 min.
T-160 160 min. 480 min.
You may have noticed that there is also an LP speed. You Hitachi VCR
does not record at this speed, but it can play cassettes that were recorded in
LP mode. No special setting is required for playback.
Safety Tabs Prevent Erasure
A safety tab is located on the front left edge of every videotape next to the
label. Break this tab off if you want to keep a special tape from being erased
accidentally. (Notice this tab is already removed on prerecorded tapes you
buy or rent.) Poke a screwdriver or similar tip into the space behind the tab
to break it off.
Don't worry, you can change your mind and record on this tape even after
the tab is broken off - simply cover the hole with cellophane tape.
Loading and Ejecting
When you load a videocassette into the VCR, there is only one right way!
Most tapes show you the way with a little arrow on the top side which should
go in first.