HR-S5800AM
HR-S5880AM
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
LPT0598-001A
TM
TM
525/625
®
CABLE/
SAT/DVD
TV
VCR
EN
CONTENTS
ENGLISH
SAFETY FIRST
2
Safety Precautions ................................... 2
INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER 4
Basic Connections ................................... 4
S-VIDEO Connection .............................. 5
INITIAL SETTINGS
6
Video Channel Set ................................... 6
Auto Set Up ............................................ 8
On-Screen Displays .............................. 10
Select Language ..................................... 11
Clock Set ............................................... 12
PLAYBACK
13
Basic Playback ...................................... 13
Playback Features ................................. 14
RECORDING
19
Basic Recording .................................... 19
Recording Features ................................ 20
B.E.S.T. Picture System .......................... 24
TIMER RECORDING
26
G-CODETM/SHOWVIEWTM System Setup ...... 26
G-CODETM/SHOWVIEWTM Timer
Programming ........................................ 28
Express Timer Programming .................. 30
24H Express Timer Programming .......... 32
Automatic Satellite Programme
Recording ............................................. 37
PROGRAMME NAVIGATION
38
Navigation ............................................ 38
SPECIAL FEATURES
42
Remote Control Functions ..................... 42
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
46
Connecting/Using A Stereo
System .................................................. 46
EDITING
47
Preparation For Editing .......................... 47
Edit From A Camcorder ......................... 48
Edit To Or From Another Video
Recorder ............................................... 49
Audio Dubbing ..................................... 50
INFORMATION ON MULTI-SYSTEM
COMPATIBILITY
52
TUNER SET
54
TROUBLESHOOTING
58
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
61
INDEX
62
SPECIFICATIONS
65
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SAFETY FIRST
IMPORTANT
Please read the various precautions on this page before installing or operating the recorder.
It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent
of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary,
dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Safety Precautions
CAUTION
When you are not using the recorder for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the
power cord from the mains outlet.
Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or
fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal lead
or aerial.
Cassettes marked "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only
with cassettes marked "S-VHS".
By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this recorder.
HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
G-CODE is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation and is registered in the following countries: Australia, China, Hong
Kong, Japan, South Korea, New Zealand, and Taiwan. SHOWVIEW is a trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation and is
registered in the following countries: Austria, Belgium,Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary,
Iceland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Russia, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden and Switzer-
land. The G-CODE/SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
G-CODE and SHOWVIEW are different trademarks used to represent the same easy recording feature. However, for simplicity, only the
term G-CODE will be used in the instructions. If you use SHOWVIEW system, follow the same steps listed for the G-CODE system.
ATTENTION
1. This recorder can also receive SECAM colour television signals for recording and playback.
2. Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce monochrome pictures if played back on another video
recorder of SECAM standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on another video
recorder of PAL standard.
3. SECAM prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a SECAM video recorder produce monochrome pictures
when played back with this recorder.
Caution on Replaceable lithium battery
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat
above 100°C or incinerate.
Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the
battery is incorrectly replaced.
Dispose of used battery promptly.
Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.
TM
TM
525/625
EN
3
The STANDBY/ON
button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating
current on and off. "
" shows electrical power standby and " " shows ON.
When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for
ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the
disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the recorder, remote control or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the recorder ...
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in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity.
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in direct sunlight.
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in a dusty environment.
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in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated.
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on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT block the recorder's ventilation openings or holes.
(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get
out.)
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the recorder or remote control.
(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)
5. DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.
6. DO NOT use this equipment in a bathroom or places with water. Also DO NOT place any containers filled with
water or liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on top of this unit.
7. DO NOT place any naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, on the apparatus.
8. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under
extremely humid conditions--just as water droplets form in the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid. Moisture
condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where condensation may occur, keep the
recorder turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.
Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long Play) or EP (Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on
a single-speed video recorder.
POWER SYSTEM
This set operates on voltage of AC110 240 V` (Rating), AC90 260 V` (Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic
switching.
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(MONO)
Basic
Connections
CHECK CONTENTS
1 Makesurethepackagecontainsalloftheaccessories
listed in "SPECIFICATIONS" (
pg. 65).
SITUATE RECORDER
2 Placetherecorderonastable,horizontalsurface.
CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV
3 Theconnectionmethodyouusedependsonthetype
of TV you have.
RF CONNECTION
To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals . . .
a Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
b Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack
on the rear panel of the recorder.
c Connect the provided RF cable between the RF
OUT jack on the rear panel of the recorder and
the TV's aerial terminal.
AV CONNECTION
To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals . . .
a Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "RF
CONNECTION".
b Connect an optional AV cable between the
AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT connectors on the
rear panel of the recorder and the TV's AV-IN
terminals .
CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS
4 Plugtheendofthemainspowercordintoamains
outlet.
NOTE:
Use the conversion plug (not provided in certain areas)
depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.
It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected.
Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COM-
PLETED BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PER-
FORMED.
INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER
Aerial terminal
AV-IN terminals
Mains outlet
AUDIO OUT/
VIDEO OUT
Connect the power plug to an AC
outlet before installing the lithium
battery.
pg. 7
AV Cable
(not provided)
TV
Aerial
Cable
RF Cable
(provided)
Back of TV
Mains Power
Cord
Rear View
ATTENTION
If you have finished all the necessary connections, go to
"Video Channel Set" on page 6, then perform Auto Set Up on
page 8; do NOT press the
button on the recorder/remote
control to turn on the recorder's power before you start Auto
Set Up.
EN
5
(MONO)
CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV
1 aConnecttheaerial,recorderandTVasper"RF
CONNECTION" (
pg. 4).
b Connect the recorder's S VIDEO OUT connector to
the TV's S-VIDEO IN connector.
c Connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT connectors to
the TV's AUDIO IN connectors.
CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS
2 Plugtheendofthemainspowercordintoamains
outlet.
To Connect to A TV With S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN Connectors . . .
S-VIDEO Connection
Mains outlet
Mains Power
Cord
AUDIO OUT
ANT. IN
RF OUT
Aerial or Cable
RF Cable (provided)
Back of TV
S-Video cable (provided)
Audio cable (not provided)
S VIDEO OUT
NOTES:
You can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures.
If your television is not stereo-capable, use the recorder's
AUDIO OUT connectors to connect to an audio amplifier for
Hi-Fi stereo sound reproduction. (
pg. 46)
To operate the recorder with your TV using the S-VIDEO
connection, set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV mode).
For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction manual
of your television.
AUDIO IN
connectors
S-VIDEO IN
connector
Aerial
terminal
ATTENTION
If you have finished all the necessary connections, go to "Video Channel Set" on page 6, then perform Auto Set Up on page 8; do
NOT press the
button on the recorder/remote control to turn on the recorder's power before you start Auto Set Up.
Back of Recorder