Page 2 - NOTE TO CATV SYSTEM INSTALLER:
Congratulations! ...on your purchase of the Go-Video Dual-Deck VCR. Record the model number and serial number fromthe back of your VCR here. Attach your sales receiptand/or a copy of your charge slip for reference. Model Number: __________________________ Serial Number: __________________________ Pu...
Page 3 - PORTABLE CART
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS i SafetyInstructions 1. READ INSTRUCTIONS - All the safety and operating instructions should be read beforethe unit is operated. 2. RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS - The safety and operating instructions should be retained forfuture reference. 3. HEED WARNINGS - All warnings on the unit and ...
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ii DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE 12. POWER-CORD PROTECTION - Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are notlikely to be walked on or pinched by itemsplaced upon or against them, paying particularattention to cords of plugs, conveniencereceptacles, and the point where they exit fromthe unit. 1...
Page 5 - C O N T E N T S
TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Dual-Deck VCRTable of Contents C O N T E N T S Go ▲ Video is a registered trademark of Go-Video, Inc. Copy Tape, AmeriChrome, Video Sequencing and Dual-Deck VCR are trademarks of Go-Video, Inc. All other trademarks remain the property of their respective companies. Introduction -...
Page 6 - Chapter 7 - Editing Features; Chapter 9 - Advanced Connections
4 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ ▲ Setting Timer to Record Later .................................................. 30 Complete Program Record ........................................... 31Timer Record Errors ..................................................... 32Timer Record Prioriti...
Page 7 - Difference; I N T R O D U C T I O N; Two Decks, One Set of Controls
INTRODUCTION - DISCOVER THE DUAL-DECK DIFFERENCE 5 Discover theDual-Deck ™ Difference I N T R O D U C T I O N W elcome to the Go-Video family! It is our pleasure to congratulate you as a new owner of the Dual-Deck VCR, quite possibly the most versatile VCR ever made.No other VCR allows you to: • Cop...
Page 8 - Dual-Deck Feature Summary
6 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Dual-Deck Feature Summary The following are just a few of the many features youwill enjoy with your Dual-Deck VCR: • Quality Copies of Any Video at the Touch of a Button • Eight-Scene Automatic Editing • Four Video Heads on Both Decks for High Quality Special Effects • M...
Page 9 - C H A P T E R 1; Choosing the Right Hookup
CHAPTER 1 - CONNECTING YOUR DUAL-DECK VCR 7 Connecting YourDual-Deck VCR C H A P T E R 1 T his chapter will walk you through the necessary steps to hook up your VCR. Your Dual-Deck VCR connects to your TV and antenna in exactly the same way as any otherVCR. If you already own a VCR, take a few minut...
Page 10 - Basic Antenna/Cable Hookup; Turn on the power for your VCR and your TV.
8 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Basic Antenna/Cable Hookup 1 Connect the Antenna/Cable to the VCR - Disconnectthe antenna or cable from your TV and connect it to theIN FROM ANTENNA jack on the back of your VCR. Ifyour antenna cable is twin-lead, you will need to purchasean adapter, available at your lo...
Page 11 - C H A P T E R 2; Remote Control Buttons
CHAPTER 2 - THE DUAL-DECK SYSTEM ™ 9 The Dual-Deck System ™ C H A P T E R 2 Remote Control Buttons
Page 13 - Front and Rear Audio/Video Inputs; Front Panel Display Settings; Auto; Deck Status Indicators
CHAPTER 2 - THE DUAL-DECK SYSTEM ™ 11 Front and Rear Audio/Video Inputs Your Dual-Deck VCR has Front and Rear Audio/VideoInputs which allow you to play and record from a variety ofaccessories. Each input includes 2 jacks for use with RCAcables: 1 Video Jack (yellow) 2 Audio Jack (white) The front in...
Page 14 - Screen Display Settings
12 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE On-Screen Display The On-Screen Display (OSD) appears on your screen auto-matically when you turn on the power, press a deck functionkey (such as Play, Rewind, etc.), or change channels. It willdisappear automatically after a few seconds. To bring up the OSD manually, p...
Page 15 - On-Screen Menu System; Factory Settings
CHAPTER 2 - THE DUAL-DECK SYSTEM ™ 13 On-Screen Menu System The On-Screen Menu System allows you to program all thefeatures of your Dual-Deck VCR. To navigate the On-ScreenMenu System, use the following keys: Press In order to: Enter the On-Screen Menu system andcycle through the three main menus:Du...
Page 16 - Summary of Automatic Features
14 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Summary of Automatic Features For your convenience, the Dual-Deck VCR comes with avariety of automatic features: Auto Power On Power turns on automatically when a tape is inserted intoeither deck or when a Timer Recording starts. Auto Power Off If you press POWER while ...
Page 17 - C H A P T E R 3; Initial Settings; Setting the Language
CHAPTER 3 - INITIAL SETTINGS 15 Initial Settings C H A P T E R 3 Initial Settings Before you start using your Dual-Deck VCR, you mustadjust three initial settings: • Language (English or French) • Clock • Antenna and Channel Memory Setting the Language The first time you press MENU after hooking up ...
Page 18 - Setting the Clock
16 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE I f you change the Date & Time accidentally, press CLEAR to restore the original clock settings, then press QUIT to exit. I f you need to go back and change an item, press or until you see the item, then enter the new information. Setting the Clock After you set the...
Page 19 - Setting Antenna & Channel Memory; Basic Tuner Settings; Channel Selection
CHAPTER 3 - INITIAL SETTINGS 17 Setting Antenna & Channel Memory Your Dual-Deck VCR will automatically tune in all availableTV Stations whether from Antenna reception or Cable(CATV). Simply indicate the Antenna Source and then runAuto Program: 1 Press MENU until the DUAL-DECK FEATURES menu appea...
Page 20 - Adding or Deleting Channels
18 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Adding or Deleting Channels The first time you set up your Dual-Deck VCR, you must useAUTO PROGRAM before you can manually add or deletechannels. To add or delete channels manually: 1 From the TUNER/CHANNEL LIST menu, press thenumber keys to tune in the desired channel....
Page 21 - C H A P T E R 4; Copying a Tape; On; Off; Copy Features
CHAPTER 4 - COPY FEATURES 19 C H A P T E R 4 Copying a Tape Copying tapes is what owning a Dual-Deck VCR is all about.Just follow these simple steps: 1 Insert your source tape into Deck 1 on the left side of theDual-Deck VCR. 2 Insert your target tape into Deck 2 on the right side ofyour VCR. 3 Pres...
Page 22 - Copy Mode; Speed Matching
20 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Copy Mode Your Dual-Deck VCR offers three copy modes: Auto, HQ1and HQ2. HQ (High Quality) refers to Go-Video’s patentedAmeriChrome Circuitry for optimal duplicating results. Toset the Copy Mode: 1 Press MENU until the DUAL-DECK FEATURES menu appears. 2 Press “2” to sele...
Page 23 - Audio Insert
CHAPTER 4 - COPY FEATURES 21 Audio Insert You can add taped music or voice-overs to your copies withAudio Insert. When Audio Insert is on, the audio signalcomes from the Audio In jacks on the front or rear panel. 1 Press MENU until the DUAL-DECK FEATURES menu appears. 2 Press “2” to select COPY TAPE...
Page 25 - C H A P T E R 5; Playback Features; Playing a Tape; BOTH
CHAPTER 5 - PLAYBACK FEATURES 23 C H A P T E R 5 Playback Features Playing a Tape It’s easy to play back tapes with your Dual-Deck VCR: 1 Insert a videotape into either deck ofyour VCR. 2 If the tape is missing the record safety tab and AUTOPLAY is on, the tape will begin to play automatically. 3 If...
Page 26 - Special Playback Functions
24 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Special Playback Functions The following Special Playback Functions can be activatedwhenever a tape is playing. To resume normal playback,press PLAY again or press STOP to stop the tape. Play Still - Pause the tape for a stop action picture. Press PAUSE to enter Play St...
Page 27 - Sequential & Loop Play; Sequential Play; Norm; Automatic Tracking
CHAPTER 5 - PLAYBACK FEATURES 25 Sequential & Loop Play Two decks give you twice the playback features of a normalVCR. Sequential Play allows you to insert tapes in both decks and play one after another. Loop Play allows you to play both tapes in a continuous loop. To activate Sequential or Loop...
Page 28 - Remote Eject; ON; OFF
26 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Remote Eject With Remote Eject on, you can eject tapes with the remotecontrol by pressing the STOP button. To set this feature: 1 Press MENU until the DUAL-DECK FEATURES menu appears. 2 Press “1” to select VCR SETTINGS/SET CLOCK. 3 Press “3” repeatedly to set REMOTE EJE...
Page 29 - One Touch Recording; C H A P T E R 6; Record Features
CHAPTER 6 - RECORD FEATURES 27 Recording a TV Program Your Dual-Deck VCR offers a variety of recording options,including One-Touch, Sequential, Loop and Timer Recording.To record a TV program: 1 Insert a blank tape into either deck. 2 Select the channel you want to record by pressing the CHANNEL Up/...
Page 30 - Tuner; SP
28 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Tape Length Set the Tape Length to ensure accurate tape counter readingsand Timer Recordings: 1 Press MENU until the DECK ONE SETTINGS or DECK TWO SETTINGS menu appears. 2 Press “1” repeatedly to set TAPE LENGTH to: T-120 - 2 hours (SP); 6 hours (SLP) T-160 - 2 hours 40...
Page 31 - Sequential & Loop Record
CHAPTER 6 - RECORD FEATURES 29 Sequential & Loop Record Two decks give you twice the recording features of a normalVCR. Sequential Record allows you to insert tapes in both decks and record one after another. Loop Record allows you to record both tapes in a continuous loop. To activate Sequentia...
Page 33 - Timer Record Errors
CHAPTER 6 - RECORD FEATURES 31 6 To delete an event, use the & keys to highlight the event to be deleted on the summary screen and press CLEAR on the remote control. 7 Press QUIT to exit the menu system. The red Timer indicator on the Front Panel Display will be on. Notes: • A Timer Recording wi...
Page 35 - Editing Features; C H A P T E R 7; Videotape Editing; Preparing an Edit List
CHAPTER 7 - EDITING FEATURES 33 Editing Features C H A P T E R 7 Videotape Editing Two decks make editing your videos quick and easy. Choosefrom the following two editing methods: • Automatic Assembly Editing - Use this method if you plan on making multiple or non-sequential edits. Youmark the begin...
Page 36 - Performing an Assembly Edit; Description
34 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE A fter you are experienced with the procedures of automatic assemblyediting, you may choose to skip the notetaking step and directly enter the scenesduring playback. When you are finished, you will have an Edit List from thesource tape. Here is an example of an Edit Lis...
Page 37 - Sync Editing
CHAPTER 7 - EDITING FEATURES 35 4 Play the source tape in Deck 1 to the beginning of thefirst scene (in our example this is tape counter position0:01:08). Press the BEGIN key to mark the beginning of the scene. 5 Play the tape to the end of the scene (in our example thisis tape counter position 0:03...
Page 38 - Continuing a Sync Edit; Making Quality Edits; Record with preformatted tape
36 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Continuing a Sync Edit During a Sync Edit, you can reposition the source tape andmake additional edits. To do so, follow these steps: 1 While the Sync Edit is in progress, press COPY TAPE again to enter Copy Tape Pause mode. Deck 1 will go into Play/Still and Deck 2 wil...
Page 39 - C H A P T E R 8; Tape Counter/Time Remaining; Front Panel Display; Memory Stop
CHAPTER 8 - SEARCHING & INDEX FEATURES 37 C H A P T E R 8 Searching &Index Features Tape Counter/Time Remaining The Tape Counter shows you the exact location of your tapes inhours, minutes and seconds. The Time Remaing indicatorshows you how much time is left until the end of the tape. You c...
Page 40 - Index Search; Automatic Show Finder
38 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE VHS Index Search System Your Dual-Deck VCR is equipped with a VHS Index SearchSystem (VISS) to help you locate your recordings with ease.VISS is the industry standard, so you can use it with otherVCRs and camcorders. Here’s how it works: • The VCR automatically places a...
Page 41 - Advanced Connections; C H A P T E R 9; Cable Converter Box Hookup; Turn on the Power for your VCR, TV and converter box.; Set your TV to the same channel used in step 6 above.
CHAPTER 9 - ADVANCED CONNECTIONS 39 Advanced Connections C H A P T E R 9 Cable Converter Box Hookup Use this hookup if you have a converter box with your cablesystem and you want to watch and record any cable channelto which you subscribe. Note: You will not be able to watch asecond channel while re...
Page 43 - To view any basic or premium channel:
CHAPTER 9 - ADVANCED CONNECTIONS 41 This hookup requires you to use different procedures forwatching and recording TV programs than the proceduresdescribed elsewhere in this Dual-Deck VCR User ’s Guide. To view any basic or premium channel: 1 Set your Dual-Deck VCR’s TV/VCR selector to TV (orturn of...
Page 44 - Audio Connections
42 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Audio Connections Listen to TV and VCR Audioon your Stereo System You can connect your Dual-Deck VCR to your stereo systemand hear tapes and TV programs with improved soundquality. 1 Attach an RCA cable from the Audio Out jack on theback of your Dual-Deck VCR to one of ...
Page 45 - Monitor Connections
CHAPTER 9 - ADVANCED CONNECTIONS 43 Monitor Connections Enjoy Improved Pictureand Sound Quality Monitor style TVs offer improved picture and sound qualityover standard TVs because they receive the video and audiosignal directly from the VCR. If you have a monitor style TV, or if your TV has separate...
Page 46 - Connecting Other Video Equipment
44 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE 1 Connect the Video Equipment to your VCR - AttachRCA cables from the A/V outputs on the additional videoequipment to the A/V inputs on the front or rear of yourVCR. The front inputs are well suited for temporaryconnections, such as camcorders or video games, while ther...
Page 47 - Helpful Information; C H A P T E R 1 0; “I’m not getting a picture.”; “I can’t record from my TV.”; Frequently Asked Questions
CHAPTER 9 - HELPFUL INFORMATION 45 Helpful Information C H A P T E R 1 0 “I’m not getting a picture.” Make sure the TV/VCR selection is set to VCR (the VCRicon on the Front Panel Display should be on). If not, youcan select TV/VCR with the remote control or the button onthe front panel. Also make su...
Page 51 - Technical Specifications
CHAPTER 9 - HELPFUL INFORMATION 49 Technical Specifications VIDEO SYSTEM 1/2-inch VHS system, 4 rotary head helical scanning; FMazimuth luminance; chrominance: converted sub systemphase shift TELEVISION SYSTEM NTSC-type color signal EIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields) AUDIO TRACK Normal: 1 track TAP...
Page 53 - A P P E N D I X A; To Control a Compatible TV
APPENDIX A - MULTI-BRAND REMOTE SETUP 51 Multi-BrandRemote Setup A P P E N D I X A To Control a Compatible TV To program your VCR remote control to control a specificbrand of TV: 1 Turn on the TV and point the remote control at the TV. 2 Press and hold down TV , then press the number buttons corresp...
Page 54 - Remote Operation
52 DUAL-DECK VCR USER'S GUIDE Remote Operation Once you have successfully programmed your Multi-Brandremote control, you can then operate your TV according tothe chart below. Note: This remote control may not operate all TVs made by these manufacturers; if your TV does not respondto any of the butto...
Page 55 - D U A L - D E C K I N D E X
DUAL-DECK INDEX 53 Dual-Deck Index D U A L - D E C K I N D E X A AmeriChrome™ circuitry 5Antenna, Setting the 17Assembly Edit, Performing 34ATR 25Audio Connections 42Audio Insert 21Audio/Video Inputs 11Auto Dimmer 11, 14Auto Play 14, 23Auto Power On 14Auto Rewind 14, 23Auto Stop 14Automatic Assembly...
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