Hitachi VT-FX621A User Manual

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VT-FX621A
Owner's manual
Using these quality features:
• Super rewind and fast forward
• Multi-channel TV sound (MTS).
• 8-program/1-year preset recording.
• Auto tracking system automatically adjusts the tracking so the picture is
optimized.
• Frequency synthesized tuner provides easy, preset tuning of up to 68 broadcast
TV channels and 125 cable channels.
• VHS Hi-Fidelity sound in playback.
• On-screen programming guide.
Hitachi Home Electronics (America), Inc. HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd., Norcross, GA 30093 3300 Trans Canada Highway, Pointe Claire,
Tel. 770-279-5600 Quebec, H9R 1B1, CANADA
Tel. 514-697-9150
HITACHI SALES CORPORATION OF HAWAII, INC
3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu, Hawaii 96819
Tel. 808-836-3621

Hitachi VT-FX621A Specifications

General

Brand	Hitachi
Model	VT-FX621A
Category	VCR
Language	English

Summary

Important Safeguards

Using the VCR

Service and Maintenance

Servicing Precautions

Do not attempt to service the VCR yourself; refer to qualified personnel.

Conditions Requiring Service

List of situations that necessitate professional servicing of the VCR.

VCR Customer Controls

VCR Display Indicators

Explanation of various indicators shown on the VCR display panel.

Remote Operation Guide

Remote Control Battery Installation

Instructions for installing batteries in the VCR remote control.

Cassette Tapes

Cassette Tape Types and Recording Times

Details on different cassette tape types and their respective recording times.

Basic Antenna Hookup (A)

Cassette Insertion and Removal

Procedure for inserting and removing video cassettes from the VCR.

Advanced Antenna Hookup - AV Hookup (B)

Switching the RF Channel

Guide to selecting the correct TV channel (3 or 4) for VCR signal output.

Basic Cable Hookup (C)

Switching the RF Channel for Cable

Selecting the correct TV channel (3 or 4) for VCR signal output with cable.

Advanced Cable Hookup with Cable Box (E)

Advanced Cable Hookup with Cable Box (F)

Advanced Cable Hookup with Splitter (G)

Setting the Clock

Clock Setting Tips

Manual Clock Setting Procedure

Step-by-step guide to manually set the VCR's clock using the remote.

Pre-Tuning the VCR Tuner

Presetting Channels Without Cable Box

Instructions for automatically setting TV channels without a cable box.

Playback Operations

Playback Procedure

How to insert a tape and start playing a recorded program on the VCR.

Special Playback Effects

Auto Tracking for Picture Quality

Automatic adjustment of tracking to eliminate static lines or picture noise.

Manual Tracking Adjustment

Manually adjusting picture for scratched or poorly recorded tapes.

Still Playback (Pause)

Frame Advance Function

How to advance the picture one frame at a time during playback.

Skip Playback Feature

Slow Motion Playback

How to slow down the playback speed for detailed viewing.

Visual Search Function

Selecting Audio Playback Mode

How to choose between Hi-Fi stereo and linear mono audio playback.

Using the Index Feature

Jump to Index Mark

Quickly access program segments using the index search feature.

Index with Time Counter

Indexing with Time Counter

Set time counter to memorize points for automatic return during playback.

Recording a Program

Before Recording

Note on ensuring the cassette safety tab is in place before recording.

Basic Recording Steps

Insert Recording Tape

Procedure for inserting a blank or erasable tape for recording.

Recording Tips

Watch Program While Recording Another

How to monitor your recording while watching a different program.

Change Channel During Recording

Procedure to temporarily pause and change the recording channel.

Instant Recording Timer (IRT)

Using the Instant Recording Timer

Guide to making simplified timer recordings without using the programming timer.

Delayed Recording

Setting VCR for Later Recording

Instructions for setting up automatic recording of programs at a future time.

Delayed Recording Setup Steps

Types of Delayed Recordings

One Time Recording Example

Example demonstrating how to set up a one-time recording program.

Program Review and Management

Reviewing Programmed Recordings

How to check programmed recordings and clear them manually.

Program VCR Remote for TV Control

TV Control Setup

Steps to program the VCR remote to control the television set.

Program VCR Remote for Cable Box Control

Integrate Stereo System with VCR

Stereo System Hookup

Connecting the VCR to a stereo system for enhanced audio and dubbing.

Recording from Stereo Sources

Steps for recording audio from a stereo system to the VCR.

Copy Tapes from Camcorder

Camcorder Copy Hookup

Connecting a camcorder to the VCR for copying tapes.

Camcorder Tape Copying Procedure

Steps to copy video content from a camcorder to VHS cassette.

Copy Tapes Between VCRs (Dubbing)

VCR Dubbing Hookup

Connecting two VCRs to copy tapes from one to another.

VCR Dubbing Procedure

Problem Guide and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Solutions for common issues like no power, remote control, recording, or playback problems.

Regular Maintenance

Information on periodic maintenance and when to consult a service dealer.

Technical Specifications

Hitachi Service Hotline Information

Contact details for authorized Hitachi service facilities in the US and Canada.