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Removing Channels You may not want to keep all the stations the auto-programmer selects, since you may prefer to have only a few favorite channels in the tuner's memory. Or, you may want to delete from memory a weak or unused channel that the tuner picked up. Erased channels cannot be selected by the up and down CHANNEL buttons but can still be selected by using the numbered buttons 0 to 9 and 100/E NT. Adding Channels Occasionally the auto-programming may skip an active channel because the antenna was pointed in the wrong direction or the channel had a weak signal or was "off the air" at the time of programming. Or you may change your mind about a channel you removed from memory. To Add or Erase Channels Press GUIDE, then press 5 to bring up the Initial Setup screen. Item 9 lets you add or delete channels. Use the number buttons to enter the channel you want to change, then press STOP to delete it or press PLAY to add it. Choosing a Mode for Audio Playback Choose between hi-fi and linear modes, depending on your needs. HIFI is the preferred setting because it works for all tapes whether they were recorded in hi-fi or linear modes. If the audio sounds distorted or unusual or there is no audio, try the LINEAR option. When you set the option to HIFI, hi-fi tapes will play in high fidelity, and non-hi-fi tapes will play in linear mode. Stereo vs. Mono Sound When you select the STEREO option, your VCR records in stereo any Getting Started (Initial SetuP) station that broadcasts stereo sound. When a TV channel broadcasts in stereo, you'll see a stereo indicator on the TV screen. STEREO is the normal factory setting because it works for both stereo and mono broadcasts. It is also necessary for recording a second audio program (SAP). When you select MONO, sound is recorded as mono even when a channel broadcasts in stereo. Use the MONO setting when the stereo signal is not strong enough for quality reception (for example, when there is signal drift or noise). Hi-Fi Sound Hi-Fi sound is the same quality as that of a compact disc player. Its dynamic range of over 90dB will record either stereo or monaural broadcasts with the highest quality possible. Linear sound, on the other hand, will record monaural sound using the same format as a non hi-fi VCR. Stereo programs are recorded in hi-fi on both the left and right channels and also recorded on the linear track as monaural. Getting Started (Videotapes) Types The best thing you can do for your VCR is use the best quality tapes available. This VCR uses VHS tapes only, which are the most common type. Look for the VHS mark on new or prerecorded tapes you buy. Tapes are marked either T-120 or T-160, which signifies how many minutes of programming they can hold at standard recording speed (SP). To get the best quality picture, record at standard speed. But if you want to get more on a tape and are less concerned about the quality, set the VCR for extended play (EP). Tape Capacities at Different Speeds TYPES RECORDING TIME SP EP T-120 120 min. 360 min. T-160 160 min. 480 min. You may have noticed that there is also an LP speed. You Hitachi VCR does not record at this speed, but it can play cassettes that were recorded in LP mode. No special setting is required for playback. Safety Tabs Prevent Erasure A safety tab is located on the front left edge of every videotape next to the label. Break this tab off if you want to keep a special tape from being erased accidentally. (Notice this tab is already removed on prerecorded tapes you buy or rent.) Poke a screwdriver or similar tip into the space behind the tab to break it off. Don't worry, you can change your mind and record on this tape even after the tab is broken off -simply cover the hole with cellophane tape. Loading and_ecting When you load a videocassette into the VCR, there is only one right way! Most tapes show you the way with a little arrow on the top side which should go in first. Getting Started (Videotapes) RJQH_ Push the videocassette gently into the slot on the front of the VCR. You will feel the VCR take it in. When the cassette is all the way in, the VCR powers up automatically and a TAPE-IN indicator shows on the display. It may also start playing immediately if the safety tab has been removed. To remove the cassette, simply press the STOP/EJECT button on the VCR. (If the tape is playing, press STOP/EJECT once to stop the tape and a second time to eject it.) Now you can take the cassette out and put it away. Tape Storage Store your videocassettes in their jackets and in an upright position (like books in a bookshelf) away from any magnetic sources. Resist the temptation to leave them lying flat on top of the VCR. Tapes will last longer -and so will your VCR -if you store them properly. Remember, dust, dirt and liquids are enemies of your tapes and VCR. To avoid aggravation later, apply the labels that come with new tapes. On them, write notes to yourself about what you recorded. Basic Operations Practice starti...