Sears LXI series 580.55154490 User Manual

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Sears LXI series 580.55154490 Specifications

General

Type	VCR
Playback Formats	VHS
Recording Formats	VHS
Tuner Type	Analog
Brand	Sears
Model	580.55154490

Summary

Important Safety Instructions (Part 1)

Ventilation and Power Safety

Guidelines on product ventilation, power sources, and cord protection.

Important Safety Instructions (Part 2)

Protective Attachments and Grounding

Advice on attachments, antenna grounding, and lightning protection.

Installation

Wiring Diagram

Illustrates connections between VCR, TV, and antenna systems.

Antenna and VCR Connections

VCR and TV Connections

Cable Antenna (CATV) Connections

Setting Your Television to the VCR Channel

VCR Channel Setup Procedure

Steps to tune the TV to the correct VCR output channel.

On Screen Menu Features

Setup Menu Navigation

How to access and navigate the VCR's setup menu.

On Screen Menu Features (Continued)

Channel Presetting

Auto Channel Setting Process

Channel Presetting (Continued)

Clock Setting (Part 1)

Setting the VCR Clock

Initial steps for setting the VCR's internal clock.

Clock Setting (Part 2)

Setting Clock Time and Date

Completes clock setting and provides important notes.

Normal Playback

Tracking Control for Playback

VISS and Time Search

Making a Sample Recording

Recording Process Steps

Recording While You Are Away

Timer Recording Setup

Instructions for setting up unattended recordings using the timer.

Program Timer Setting (Part 1)

Timer Setting Procedures

Detailed steps for programming timer recordings for various events.

Program Timer Setting (Part 2)

Setting Program Details

Continues setting program details like channel, speed, and start time.

Program Timer Setting (Part 3)

Setting Start/Stop Times and Dates

Finalizes timer program setup with start/stop times and dates.

Program Timer Setting (Part 4)

Checking Timer Programs

Timer Program Management

VCR Plus+ Programming and Recording

Introduction to VCR Plus+

Explains the VCR Plus+ feature for simplified programming using PlusCode numbers.

VCR Plus+ Connections and Mapping

Antenna/Cable Connections for Mapping

VCR Plus+ Channel Mapping (Connection A)

Mapping Home Antenna/Cable Systems

Steps for mapping channels when using a home antenna or cable without a box.

VCR Plus+ Channel Mapping (Connection A) (Continued)

Channel Mapping Examples

Provides examples for cable-TV and home antenna users for channel mapping.

VCR Plus+ Channel Mapping (Connection B)

Mapping Cable-TV with Cable Box

Steps for mapping channels when using a cable-TV system with a cable box.

VCR Plus+ Channel Mapping (Connection B) (Continued)

Cable Box Code Setup

Details setting up the cable box code for VCR Plus+ functionality.

Recording with VCR Plus+

VCR Plus+ Recording Steps

Guides on how to program and initiate recordings using VCR Plus+.

VCR Plus+ Program Management

Checking and Clearing VCR Plus+ Programs

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

ITR Setup and Operation

Instructions for quick, preset-length recordings without timer programming.

Recording and Editing Programs

Recording One Program While Viewing Another

Using the Counter Memory Feature

Hi-Fi Audio Sound System

Hi-Fi Audio Operations

Stereo Recording and Playback

Stereo Connections and Setup

SAP Recording and Viewing

Multi-Channel TV Sound (MTS)

MTS Stereo Program Playback

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Corrections

Lists common problems and their solutions for VCR operation.

Routine Maintenance and Service

Cleaning and Repair Parts

Warranty Information

Sears Warranty Details

Details the warranty coverage and service procedures for the VCR.