● Use only tapes with the mark.
● Remove any light adhesive stick-on notes from the video cas-
sette tape before putting the tape in the VCR. Removable
labels can jam the VCR.
● Periodic maintenance is required to maintain your VCR’s excel-
lent performance. This VCR has an Automatic Head Cleaner.
However, the video heads will require replacement eventually.
Only an authorized service center should perform this service.
Before Using Your VCR 5
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control
1
Remove the battery compartment lid on the bottom of the
remote control by pressing the tab, then lifting the lid.
2
Place two AA batteries inside the battery compartment
with their
+
and
–
ends aligned as indicated.
3
Replace the battery compartment lid.
VCR maintenance
Video cassette tapes have record tabs to ensure that recordings
are not accidentally erased.
1
To prevent recording, break off the tab with a screwdriver.
2
To allow recording, cover the hole with cellophane tape.
Recording Prevention
1
2
1
2
3
Battery Safety
● Battery Usage CAUTION - To prevent battery leakage that may
result in bodily injury or damage to the unit:
Install ALL batteries correctly, with the + and - markings on the
battery aligned as indicated on the unit;
Do not mix batteries, for example, old with new or carbon with
alkaline; and
Remove batteries when the unit will not be used for a long time.
Using the Remote Control
● Point the remote control at the VCR, then press the VCR but-
ton, before using the remote control to operate the VCR.
● If you have a Magnavox, Philips, or Philips Magnavox television,
point the remote control at the TV, then press the TV button,
before using the remote control to operate the TV.
