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Highlights components critical for safety and replacement instructions.
Procedures to perform after repair before releasing the unit to the customer.
Covers unpacking, remote setup, connections, TV tuning, language, presets, clock, and personal code.
Details playing tapes, recording, timer functions, searching, picture adjustment, and menu options.
Covers connecting to other devices, audio dubbing, index, and smart search functions.
Provides step-by-step instructions for disassembling the unit's case, panels, and internal components.
Illustrates internal components and the location of various circuit boards.
Lists and explains error codes and mode codes displayed by the unit.
Details items included, remote battery insertion, and initial remote setup.
Explains EURO-AV connection and controlling other TVs with the remote.
Covers aerial, EURO-AV, and additional connections like stereo systems and tuners.
Describes features like TV Direct Rec and One Touch Play enabled by SMARTLINK.
Guides through the Auto Setup process and tuning the TV to the VCR.
Explains downloading TV tuner preset data via SMARTLINK for simplified setup.
Covers selecting on-screen language and manually presetting channels.
Details manual channel presetting, fine-tuning, and disabling unwanted positions.
Instructions for changing programme positions and station names.
Guides on changing station names and disabling programme positions.
Covers manual clock setting and changing the auto clock set function station.
Instructions for entering and confirming a personal identification code.
Covers standard tape playback, stopping, pausing, and NTSC tape playback.
Details playback at various speeds, using the shuttle ring, and tracking adjustment.
Guides on recording TV programs, checking remaining time, and saving recordings.
Explains recording using VIDEO Plus+ system and ShowView system.
Covers recording what's on TV and using the Dial Timer function.
Details setting recording duration and managing timer settings.
Explains using Smart Search and Index functions to find recordings.
Covers tracking adjustment and the Reality Regenerator function.
Details the OPC function for improving recording and playback quality.
Guides on how to access and change settings in the VCR's menu.
Instructions for connecting to a VCR or stereo system for editing.
Explains how to record over the normal audio track for commentary.
An index of front panel and remote control parts with page references.
Step-by-step guide to removing the VCR's case and front panel assembly.
Instructions for removing the FR-152, DM-82, KK-17, and SU-5 boards.
Procedure for removing the rear panel of the VCR.
Steps to remove the power block and MA-339 board assembly.
Instructions for removing the S mechanism deck from the unit.
Illustrations showing the top and bottom views of internal VCR components.
Diagram showing the location of various circuit boards within the VCR.
Block diagrams illustrating the overall system and video signal path.
Block diagrams for servo/system control, audio processing, and power supply.
A high-level schematic showing major component connections.
Provides printed wiring board layouts and schematic diagrams for various circuits.
Details IC pin functions for video/RP block and servo peripheral circuits.
Details IC pin functions for mechanism block and system control peripheral interface.
Details IC pin functions for the audio block interface.
Lists pin functions for the MA-339 microprocessor.
Lists pin functions for the FR-152 MODE CONTROL IC.
Refers to a separate manual for mechanical adjustments.
Covers required equipment, connections, setup, and alignment tapes for adjustments.
Details power supply, servo system, and audio system checks and adjustments.
Diagram showing the location of parts relevant for adjustments.
Provides exploded views and part lists for the front panel, chassis, and mechanism deck.
Lists electrical components (resistors, capacitors, diodes, etc.) for various boards.