Hitachi VT-UX717A Manuel D’Utilisation

Getting Started 

 

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 Be sure your chosen location allows for proper ventilation, stability, and protection from heat 

and moisture (see Important Safeguards). 

 Place the VCR near your TV but not on top of it.  For convenience in using the remote 

control, locate them no more than three feet apart. 

 If you have an external cable or antenna, place the TV and VCR where you have ample 

cable to hook them up.  If necessary, you can purchase a cable extension and connector. 

 If you plan to route your VCR audio through your stereo speakers for better sound 

reproduction, place the VCR near the stereo receiver, or have enough long audio cables to 
make the connections.  (But keep in mind that the electronic signal weakens the further it has 
to travel.) 

To make your VCR function, you'll deal with two basic hookups: 
1. The audio and video signal: If all you want to do is view a prerecorded videotape on the 
VCR, this three-line hookup is the only one you need.  
2. The radio frequency (RF) signal from a  cable or antenna: Make this hookup if you also want 
to record programs, or if you have no audio/ video connectors on your TV. 
We will show you the simplest hookups first and then present several variations to suit specific 
needs.  Be aware that you may need to purchase additional connectors to make the desired 
hookup. These are available at video stores and electronic hardware stores. 
Choose which hookup method to use based on: 

 Your TV's capabilities 
 The type of antenna or cable system you have (for cable box hookup, see Advanced 

Operations) 

 Any other devices you want to include in the system (stereo, second VCR, etc.)