Hitachi VT-FX633A - User Manual

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
VT-FX633A
Owner's manual
Using these quality features:
• The VCR Plus+* programming system allows you to program the VCR for timer recording by
simply entering a PlusCode* number.
* VCR Plus+ and Pluscode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
With the VCR Plus+ C
3
system, this videocassette recorder can automatically select the appropriate
channel on your compatible cable box or satellite receiver. C
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and VCR Plus+C
3
are trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation.
• Super index allows you to quickly search for a program you want to view or the point from which you
want to start recording on the tape.
• Super rewind and fast forward
• Multi-channel TV sound (MTS).
• 8-program/1-year preset recording.
• Auto clock set feature allows you to automatically set the present time using a time signal.
• Auto head cleaning system minimizes the need for accessory cleaners and professional head cleaning.
• 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.
• With display, VCR Plus+ can be programmed to record without turning power on.
HITACHI HOME ELECTRONICS
(AMERICA), INC.
3890 Steve Reynolds Blvd,
Norcross, GA 30093
Tel. 770-279-5600
HITACHI SALES CORPORATION
OF HAWAII, INC.
3219 Koapaka Street, Honolulu,
HI 96819
Tel. 808-836-3621
HITACHI (HSC) CANADA INC.
6740 Campobello Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5N 2L8
CANADA
Tel. 905-821-4545

Summary

Important Safeguards

Installation Instructions

Essential steps and safety considerations for installing the VCR.

USE

Servicing Information

Guidance on when and how to seek service for the VCR.

REMOTE OPERATION

Battery Installation

BASIC ANTENNA HOOKUP [A]

Hookup Procedure (Antenna Basic)

ADVANCED ANTENNA HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [B]

Hookup Procedure (Antenna Advanced AV)

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP [C]

Hookup Procedure (Cable Basic)

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -AV HOOKUP [D]

Hookup Procedure (Cable Advanced AV)

BASIC CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [E]

Hookup Procedure (Cable Basic with Box)

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX [F]

Hookup Procedure (Cable Advanced with Box)

ADVANCED CABLE HOOKUP -WITH CABLE BOX AND SPLITTER [G]

Hookup Procedure (Cable Advanced with Box & Splitter)

SETTING THE CLOCK -AUTOMATIC MODE

Auto Clock Set Function

Explains how the VCR automatically sets the clock using a time signal.

Setting Clock Automatically (Antenna;Cable without Box)

Steps for automatic clock setting when using antenna or cable without a box.

Setting Clock Automatically (with Cable Box)

Steps for automatic clock setting when using a cable box.

SETTING THE CLOCK -MANUALLY

Manual Clock Setting Procedure

Detailed steps for manually setting the VCR's clock and date.

PRE-TUNING THE VCR TUNER

Channel Presetting (Antenna;Cable)

CABLE BOX SETUP

Cable Box Integration Guide

Steps for integrating the VCR with a cable box for channel control.

PLAYBACK

Playing Back Recorded Tapes

Instructions for inserting tape and starting playback.

SPECIAL PLAYBACK EFFECTS

USING THE SUPER INDEX FEATURE

Super Index Overview

Introduction to the SUPER INDEX feature for program searching.

Index Search Functionality

Blank Search Functionality

INDEXING WITH THE TIME COUNTER

Time Counter Indexing

RECORDING A PROGRAM

Before You Record

Basic Recording Steps

Step-by-step guide for performing basic recording operations.

INSTANT RECORDING TIMER

Using the Instant Recording Timer (IRT)

How to make simplified timer recordings using the IRT.

DELAYED RECORDING

Setting Up Delayed Recordings

Instructions for scheduling programs to record at a later time.

Delayed Recording Steps

Step-by-Step Delayed Recording

Detailed procedure for setting up delayed recordings.

USING THE VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM FOR RECORDING

VCR Plus+ System Overview

Introduction to the VCR Plus+ system and its use of PlusCode numbers.

Channel Setup for VCR Plus+

Matching broadcast channel numbers to VCR Plus+ channel codes.

VCR Plus+ Recording (TV Screen View)

Recording programs using VCR Plus+ while viewing the TV screen.

VCR Plus+ Recording (VCR Display View)

Recording programs using VCR Plus+ while viewing the VCR's display.

PROGRAM REVIEW

Reviewing Programmed Recordings

PROGRAMMING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR TV

Programming Remote for TV Control

Steps to program the VCR remote to control a TV.

Remote Control for TV and Cable Box

PROGRAMMING THE VCR REMOTE TO CONTROL YOUR CABLE BOX

Programming Remote for Cable Box Control

Steps to program the VCR remote to control a cable box.

COPYING TAPES FROM A CAMCORDER

Camcorder Tape Copying

COPYING FROM ONE VCR TO ANOTHER VCR (DUBBING)

VCR to VCR Dubbing Procedure

PROBLEM GUIDE; MAINTENANCE

Troubleshooting Common Problems

A guide to identifying and solving common VCR issues.

Hitachi VT-FX633A Specifications

General

Type	VHS
Video Format	NTSC
Recording Speed	SP, LP, EP
Playback Speed	SP, LP, EP
Playback Head	4-Head
Audio System	Hi-Fi Stereo
Remote Control	Yes
Timer Recording	Yes
Tuner	NTSC
Dimensions	360 x 96 x 232 mm
Weight	2.7 kg
Inputs	Composite
Outputs	RF