Hitachi VHS VT-M292A 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 two-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.)