Hitachi VT-F380A - Manual (Page 3)

Table of Contents
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Basic Operations (Recording) ................................................................................................................... 33
Recording a Program..................................................................................................................... 33
Before you Record ............................................................................................................................. 33
Basic Recording Steps ...................................................................................................................... 33
Recording Tips.................................................................................................................................... 33
Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT)........................................................................................ 35
Setting the VCR to Record Later ..................................................................................................... 35
Reviewing What You Have Programmed ....................................................................................... 37
Programming Priorities ...................................................................................................................... 37
Advanced Operations (Remote Control of TV) ........................................................................................ 38
Controlling Your TV with the VCR's Remote ............................................................................. 38
Programming the Remote Control ................................................................................................... 38
Controlling the TV............................................................................................................................... 39
Advanced Operations (Cable Box Hookups) ............................................................................................ 40
Hooking Up to a Cable Box .......................................................................................................... 40
A Step-by-Step Approach ................................................................................................................. 40
Remote Control of the Cable Converter ......................................................................................... 42
Advanced Operations (Stereo System) ..................................................................................................... 44
Integrating Your Stereo System ................................................................................................... 44
Hookup ................................................................................................................................................. 44
Recording from Your Stereo System............................................................................................... 44
Advanced Operations (Second VCR) ....................................................................................................... 46
Integrating a Second VCR ............................................................................................................ 46
Hookup ................................................................................................................................................. 46
Copying from One VCR to Another (Dubbing)............................................................................... 46
Copying Tapes From A Camcorder................................................................................................. 47
VCR Care and Servicing ........................................................................................................................... 48
Routine Cleaning ............................................................................................................................ 48
Head Cleaning .................................................................................................................................... 48
Periodic Maintenance ........................................................................................................................ 48
If the VCR Doesn't Work Right..................................................................................................... 48
Don't Attempt Repairs Yourself ........................................................................................................ 49
Technical Specifications................................................................................................................ 49
Hitachi Service Hotline....................................................................................................................... 49