Zenith Entertainment Machine Models VRA412 
Operating Guide and Warranty for your new Zenith 
Entertainment Machine 
Models VRA412 
 
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK 
WARNINGTO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. 
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the pres-
ence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to con-
stitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important oper-
ating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. 
RECORD YOUR MODEL NUMBER 
(Now, while you can see it) 
The model and serial number of your new VCR are located 
on the back of the VCR cabinet. For your future convenience, 
we suggest that you record these numbers here: 
MODEL NO.____________________________________ 
SERIAL NO.____________________________________ 
WARNING DO NOT OPEN 
SAFETY TIPS: 
Refer to the “Safety Tips” leaflet that 
came with your product for Important 
Safety Instructions. 
WARNING: 
TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARDS, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 
POWER CORD POLARIZATION: 
CAUTION: To Prevent Electric Shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. 
ATTENTION: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne 
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu’au fond. 
NOTE TO CABLE/TV INSTALLER: 
This reminder is provided to call the cable TV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electric 
Code (U.S.A.). The code provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground 
shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of the cable entry as practical. 
REGULATORY INFORMATION: 
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the 
equipment is operated in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency 
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to 
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If 
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning 
the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures: 
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is 
connected. 
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. 
CAUTION: 
Do not attempt to modify this product in any way without written authorization from Zenith Electronics 
Corporation. Unauthorized modification could void the user’s authority to operate this product.
This class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
“Ce appareil numérique de la class b respecte toutes les exigences du Rčgulement sur le matériel brouillier
du Canada.”

INSTALLATION 
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VCR Features Chart 
FEATURES VRA412 VRA422 
SpeakEZ Function X X 
4-Heads (Special Video Effects) X X 
Full Load/Quick Start X X 
Auto Head Cleaner X X 
Audio System Monaural MTS Hi-Fi Stereo 
Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks Monaural Stereo 
Remote Control MBR412 X X 
Auto/Manual Band Select X X 
Auto/Manual Channel Search X X 
Channel Capability (CATV & TV) 181 181 
Record Speeds SP/EP X X 
Playback Speeds SP/LP/EP X X 
Auto Playback System X X 
Auto/Manual Digital Tracking X X 
Instant Recording X X 
Timer-Controlled Recording X X 
Auto Playback Tape Speed Adjust X X 
Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion X X 
Video (4-head VCR) Variable 1/10 to 1/32 Variable 1/10 to 1/32 
Pause/Still Video X X 
Real-Time Tape Counter X X 
Speed Search X X 
CM Skip X X 
English/Spanish/French Menus X X 
1-Year, 8-Event Timer X X 
LED Clock Front Panel Display X X 
Auto Clock Set System X X 
Hook-up Cable (VCR to TV) X X 
This page shows the features of your VCR and the differences between the models 
1. Model VRA422 is used for the description, operation, and details provided in this operating guide. 
2. VCR design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice. 
X = Feature is provided N/A = Feature is Not Available 

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INSTALLATION 
Back Panel of Stereo VCR 
Back Panel of Typical TV 
Antenna 
Flat Wire 
(300 ohm) 
300/75 ohmAdaptor(Not provided) 
Cable TV 
Wall Jack 
This cable is provided with your VCR. 
R LAUDIO VIDEO 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
ANT 
TV 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L 
Back Panel of Typical Cable Box 
CH3 CH4 
CABLE 
OUT IN 
Back Panel of Stereo VCR Back Panel of Typical TV 
R LAUDIO VIDEO 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
ANT 
IN 
Cable TV 
Wall Jack 
This cable is provided with your VCR. 
ANT 
IN 
OUT 
TO 
TV 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L 
OUT 
IN 
OUT 
IN 
Required connections for your VCR 
Connections for your VCR 
Connections With a Cable Box 
Connections Without a Cable Box 
CH3 CH4 
Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. 
CH3 CH4 
Turn off power or unplug VCR before making any connections. 

INSTALLATION 
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OUT 
IN 
OUT 
IN 
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
ANT 
IN 
Back Panel of Typical TV 
ANT 
IN 
A/V cable is not provided with VCR. 
ANT 
IN 
OUT 
TO 
TV 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
VIDEOAUDIO 
OUT 
IN 
Back Panel of Monaural VCR 
Back Panel of Stereo VCR 
OUT 
AUDIO VIDEO 
IN 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
Back Panel of Typical Monaural TV 
Note: If the back panelon your TV is different,
refer to the TV's operatingguide. 
A/V cable is not provided with VCR. 
ANT 
IN 
OUT 
TO 
TV 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L 
OUT 
IN 
OUT 
IN 
ANT 
IN 
OUT 
TO 
TV 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L 
OUT 
IN 
OUT 
IN 
Back Panel of Stereo VCR 
OUT 
IN 
OUT 
IN 
R-AUDIO-L VIDEO 
Jack panel of Accessory 
A/V cable is not provided with VCR. 
Laser Disc Player 
or unplug VCR 
or unplug VCR 
Optional 
connections 
for your VCR 
Connections for your VCR 
Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to TV 
Use A/V connections for a better picture. 
Accessory Audio/Video (A/V) Connections to VCR 
CH3 CH4 
CH3 CH4 
CH3 CH4 
Accessory 
Component: 
Another VCR, 
Camcorder, 
Video Camera, 
Satellite Receiver, 
Turn off power 
before making 
any connections. 
Turn off power 
before making 
any connections. 

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INSTALLATION 
your VCR 
1 
2 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SpeakEZ 
CLOCK : 1 
TIMER : 2 
SETUP : 3 
AUDIO : 4 
PROGRAM 1 
DAY : 
START : 
STOP : 
SPEED : 
REPEAT : 
ENTER to adjust program 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
CLOCK 
MAIN MENU 
TIMER SETUP AUDIO 
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
AUDIO MENU 
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF 
PLAYBACK: 
RECORD: 
CLOCK MENU 
AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 
MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
Note: 
Do not plug the VCR into a switched 
TYPICAL ZENITH VCR 
WALL 
SWITCH 
POWER 
OUTLET 
Tune 
TV to 
Ch.3 
CH3 CH4 
Tune 
TV to 
Ch.4 
CH3 CH4 
OR 
power stop/eject rew play f fwd pause sp/ep ch rec/itr 
VCR 
REC 
AM 
PM 
TMR 
Things you 
must do 
before you 
can operate 
Before you operate your VCR 
MONTH : 
CHANNEL : 
(1-8) to select program 
Audio menu’s PLAYBACK and 
RECORD options are available only 
with stereo VCRs. 
Connect the Power 
(Required) Plug your VCR into an unswitched 
120 Vac, 60 Hz household power outlet. Turn 
on the VCR by pressing the POWER on the 
remote or on the VCR’s front panel. 
power outlet. Otherwise, when the 
power is switched off, the VCR turns 
off. You may then have to reset the 
time and date, and reprogram opera-
tional features. 
Set Position of the CH3/CH4 Switch 
(Required) The CH3/CH4 switch on the VCR’s 
back panel determines which channel the VCR 
uses to send video signals to your TV. The TV 
must be tuned to the same channel you set 
with the CH3/CH4 switch to see tape play-
back and status displays from the VCR. To 
determine which video channel provides the 
best picture for your system, try the switch 
in CH3 position and tune your TV to channel 
3; then try the CH4 position and tune your 
TV to channel 4. 
For a test display, press TV/VCR on remote 
repeatedly until the VCR indicator appears in 
the VCR’s front panel display. Press MENU on 
the remote to see the main menu. 

INSTALLATION 
P A GE 7 
your VCR 
Select SpeakEZ Function ON/OFF 
SpeakEZ only functions with 
ENGLISH. 
(Optional) 
enter 
menu quit/cc 
Selects 
VCR tuner 
Chooses and 
modifies options 
tv/vcr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
0 
vcr 
cbl/
dbs tv 
power 
program 
ch 
ch 
volvol 
eject 
enter mute 
rec/itr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
tv/vcr 
adja 
0 
cm skip 
sel 
sel 
menu quit/cc 
memory sp/ep 
pause 
stop 
playrew f fwd 
Point remote toward VCR 
SpeakEZ 
CLOCK : 1 
TIMER : 2 
SETUP : 3 
AUDIO : 4 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
AUDIO MENU 
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF 
PLAYBACK: 
RECORD: 
(1 or 2) to choose 
ON or OFF 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
LANGUAGE SELECT : ENGLISH 
1 ENGLISH 2 ESPAŃOL 
3 FRANÇAIS 
or 3) to select the 
3 
4 
Things you 
must do 
before you 
can operate 
Before you operate your VCR 
How to Access Menus 
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu. 
2. Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, or 4) to see 
desired sub menu to be used. 
3. Press NUMBER to choose desired 
option to be changed. 
4. Press QUIT/CC to exit menu, or wait a 
few minutes and the VCR returns to 
normal operation. 
A voice tells you how to use the features 
in the menus if SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is 
recommended.). 
See the AUDIO Menu for details. 
Select Language for VCR 
Menus/Displays 
Select English, Spanish, or 
French for VCR menus and status dis-
plays. See the LANGUAGE SELECT option 
on the SETUP menu for details. 
MAIN MENU 
Press NUMBER 
Press 4. 
SETUP MENU 
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 
desired language 
Press 5. 

P A GE 8 
INSTALLATION 
your VCR 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
SOURCE: TUNER (TV) 
1 TV 2 CATV 
3 AUX 
(1, 2, or 3) to select 
been set. 
(Optional) 
Channels 
(Optional) 
6 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: SEARCHING 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
CH. 2 ADD 
(0-9) then ENTER 
7 
8 
5 
CLOCK MENU 
AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 
MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
CLOCK MENU 
MONTH : 1 JANUARY 
DAY : 1 THU 
YEAR : 1998 
TIME : 12:00 PM 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
(0-9) then ENTER to 
set date and time 
Some things 
you must do 
and others 
you may 
want to do 
before you 
can operate 
Before you operate your VCR 
SETUP MENU 
Press NUMBER 
the desired source 
Press 3. 
Set Date and Time for Clock 
Set the clock in the VCR to the current 
date and time. See CLOCK Menu for 
details. 
Your VCR also has an Auto-Clock Set 
feature. See CLOCK Menu for details. 
The Timer features will not 
function unless the Clock has 
Select Source for VCR 
Set the source of the VCR for 
the type of program signal you have 
connected to the ANT IN jack on the 
back of the VCR. Choose TV if you have 
an antenna connected to the VCR. 
Choose CATV if you have a cable system 
(with or without a cable box) connected 
to the VCR. Choose AUX if you have an 
accessory Audio/Video (A/V) connected 
to the VCR. 
See SOURCE option on SETUP menu for 
details. 
Use Auto Program to Find 
(Required) Use AUTO PROGRAM to find 
active channels in your broadcast area. 
AUTO PROGRAM stores the active chan-
nels that you can access by using the 
Channel Up/Down arrows. See AUTO 
PROGRAM on the SETUP Menu for 
details. 
Use CH. ADD/DEL to Create 
Favorite Channels 
Use CH. ADD/DEL to change 
the list of active channels found when 
using AUTO PROGRAM, so you can list 
your favorites. See CH.ADD/DEL on the 
SETUP Menu for details. 
SETUP MENU 
Press 1. 
ADD/DEL: CH. 
SETUP MENU 
Press NUMBER 
Press 2. 
CLOCK MENU 
Press NUMBER 
Press 2. 

INSTALLATION 
P A GE 9 
VCR.9 Select Other Menu Options 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: ON 
1 ON 2 OFF 
to choose ON or OFF 
SpeakEZ 
CLOCK : 1 
TIMER : 2 
SETUP : 3 
AUDIO : 4 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
AUDIO MENU 
SpeakEZ: 
PLAYBACK: HI-FI 1 HI-FI 
2 NORMAL 
RECORD: 
to choose 
HI-FI or NORMAL 
SpeakEZ 
CLOCK : 1 
TIMER : 2 
SETUP : 3 
AUDIO : 4 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
AUDIO MENU 
SpeakEZ: 
PLAYBACK: 
RECORD: STEREO 1 STEREO 
2 MONO 
3 SAP 
(1, 2 or 3) to choose 
Things you 
may want to 
do before you 
operate your 
Before you operate your VCR 
Show or hide the VCR status on your 
screen by using the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY 
option on the SETUP menu. We recom-
mend keeping this option ON. See the 
SETUP menu for details. 
If you have a stereo VCR, select the audio 
format (HI-FI or NORMAL) to use when 
you play a tape. We recommend setting 
this option to HI-FI. See the PLAYBACK 
MODE option on the AUDIO Menu for 
details. 
If you have a stereo VCR, select the audio 
format (STEREO, MONO or SAP) to use 
when recording. We recommend using 
STEREO. See the RECORD MODE option on 
the AUDIO Menu for details. 
SETUP MENU 
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) 
Press 4. 
MAIN MENU 
Press NUMBER (1 or 2) 
Press 4. 
MAIN MENU 
Press NUMBER 
STEREO, MONO, or SAP 
Press 4. 

P A GE 10 
CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS 
your VCR. 
power stop/eject rew play f fwd pause sp/ep ch rec/itr 
VCR 
REC 
AM 
PM 
TMR 
VCR 
REC 
AM 
PM 
TMR 
POWER On/Off 
Button 
Cassette 
Selector 
Stop/Eject 
Selector 
Display 
Speed Selector 
REC/ITR 
VCR 
EP 
SP 
Err 
Descriptions 
of items you 
need to know 
to operate 
Front Panel Diagram 
Front Panel Controls 
These controls perform basic VCR operations—some of them light up as you use them. The Remote 
performs basic as well as advanced VCR operations. 
LED Clock Front Panel Indicators 
Compartment 
Channel Up/Down 
PLAY, REW (Rewind), 
F FWD (Fast Forward), 
PAUSE Selector 
LED Clock Front Panel 
Recording 
(Instant Timer 
Record) Selector 
A Cassette is in the VCR 
VCR is Recording 
Clock Time 
Time is PM 
Time is AM 
VCR is in timer recording 
functions are available and 
channels are selected at VCR 
Front Panel Display shows which VCR function you 
are using. For example, when you press SP/EP, SP 
or EP appears to indicate the tape speed. As you 
change channels, the channel numbers appear. The 
current time shows even while the VCR is off. 
Other messages include: 
AU Auxiliary channel is selected for viewing 
equipment connected to the Audio/Video jack 
on the front or rear of the VCR. 
Extended Play speed is selected. 
Standard Play speed is selected. 
-:--Clock is not set. 
Error: Turn VCR On and OFF to erase “Err” mes-
sage. If it is not erased, take VCR to an 
authorized repair center. 

CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS 
P A GE 11 
displays tell 
VCR Status Display 
Note: 
VCR Status Display Options 
VCR CH 
SP ST/SAP 
15 MON 
7:17 AM M-1:35:45 
M-1:35:45 REM 1:35 
M = 
– = 
on TV 
On-Screen 
you the status 
of the tape 
inserted and 
VCR functions. 
VCR Status Displays 
The VCR Status Display appears on the TV when a 
VCR function starts, like when you change a 
channel or select a different VCR mode. For 
example, pressing STOP while the VCR is in PLAY 
mode shows STOP in the display. Press ENTER on 
the remote at any time (except Special Effect 
Playback mode; SLOW, STILL etc.) to see the Status 
Display. 
If the VCR Status Display does not appear on the 
TV screen, check the ON-SCREEN DISPLAY option 
on the SETUP menu. Select ON to see the display. 
See “VCR Menu Operations” section for details. 
When the Status Display appears, press ENTER 
repeatedly to see abbreviated displays, as follows: 
1. Press ENTER to see Status Display. 
2. Press ENTER a second time to show only the 
tape counter position. 
3. Press ENTER a third time to show only the tape 
time remaining. 
4. Press ENTER repeatedly until all displays are 
removed. 
PLAY HI-FI 11 
Current mode of operation 
(STOP, PAUSE, RECORD, PLAY, etc.) 
and audio format of tape, where 
Play=HI-FI or NORMAL (No display) 
Tape Speed 
EP=Extended Play 
LP=Long Play 
SP=Standard Play 
Current date, day, and time 
Current CH (Channel) selected 
by using tuner in VCR 
Audio format of signal 
received by VCR tuner: 
STEREO, MONO or ST/SAP 
Real-time tape counter 
Counter Memory is active 
Tape is rewound past index 
mark. 
1:35:45 = Length of tape (in time) 
1 = 1 hour 
35 = 35 minutes 
45 = 45 seconds 
Typical VCR Status Display 
Tape Counter Position Tape Time Remaining 

Installing Batteries 
AAAA 
After 
TV = 100, CABLE = 300 
Note: All VCR operations and menu 
options can be accessed by using 
the remote control. 
A 
ADJ (ADJUST Left/Right) 
CM SKIP 
30 
EJECT 
ENTER 
MEMORY 
(M 0:00:00). 
MENU 
MUTE 
PROGRAM 
QUIT/CC 
REC/ITR 
REW 
SP/EP 
TV/VCR SOURCE 
VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV 
vcr 
cbl/
dbs tv 
power 
program 
ch 
ch 
volvol 
eject 
enter mute 
rec/itr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
tv/vcr 
adja 
0 
cm skip 
sel 
sel 
menu quit/cc 
memory sp/ep 
pause 
stop 
playrew f fwd 
Select VCR Mode, 
aim at VCR 
Select TV Mode, 
aim at TV 
Select CBL(DBS) Mode, 
aim at cable box or DBS 
POWER Button 
MODE Selector 
CBL 
VCR/DBS/TV 
power stop/eject rew play f fwd pause sp/ep ch rec/itr 
VCR 
REC 
AM 
PM 
TMR 
1. VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV selector to 
2. 
3. 
A quick list 
of all the 
buttons on 
your remote 
control and 
what they do. 
The Buttons on Your Remote 
Be sure to install the batteries 
provided with this remote. Match 
positive (+) and negative (-) with 
markings shown in battery com-
partment. 
installing batteries, the 
remote resets to the following 
brand codes: 
— Feature is not available. 
— Adjusts tape play-
back tracking while in VCR mode. Use to change 
status of TV menu options while in TV mode. 
CH (Up/Down) — Changes favorite channels. 
Also selects AUX A/V input channel. 
— Fast forwards picture search through 
seconds of recording. 
— Ejects the tape in the VCR. 
— Programs menu options and shows VCR 
status display. 
F FWD (Fast Forward)—Advances tape rapidly. 
— Returns real-time tape counter to 
zero 
— Shows main menu. Accesses Zenith TV 
menus while in the TV mode. 
— Press to turn off TV sound. Press again to 
restore TV sound. 
Numbers — Chooses channels and enters pro-
gramming information. 
PAUSE — Pauses tape temporarily during playback 
or record. 
PLAY — Begins tape playback. 
POWER — Turns VCR On and Off. Also turns VCR 
Timer Off and On, if programmed. 
— Programs remote with brand codes for 
your brand of TV and/or cable box (DBS). 
— Exits menu system. Selects closed 
caption for some TVs while in TV mode. 
— Begins tape recording. 
— Rewinds tape to the beginning. 
SEL (SELECT Up/Down) — Chooses TV on-screen 
menu options while in TV mode. 
— Chooses tape recording speed. 
STOP — Cancels playback or record modes. 
— Switches source of TV picture 
between TV channel and VCR channel selection. 
VCR functions are available in TV mode. 
— Selects operational mode of 
remote. 
VOLUME (Up/Down) — Changes volume of TV. 
Remote Control Operation 
Selecting Mode of Operation 
Slidedesired position for VCR, cable box 
(DBS), or TV operation. 
Press POWER to turn On/Off the 
selected equipment. 
Refer to instructions with TV and/or 
cable box (DBS) for operation. 

OPERATION 
P A GE 13 
converters 
(DBS). 
TV , DBS 
vcr 
cbl/
dbs tv 
power 
program 
ch 
ch 
volvol 
eject 
enter mute 
rec/itr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
tv/vcr 
adja 
0 
cm skip 
sel 
sel 
menu quit/cc 
memory sp/ep 
pause 
stop 
playrew f fwd 
Program Button 
VCR/DBS/TVMode Selector 
CBL 
Codes 
151, 152, 110, 144 
Citizen 156, 157, 158, 160, 161, 162 
115, 130, 113, 118, 144, 151 
Daewoo 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150 
130, 115 
110, 111, 115, 131, 140, 143 
116, 125 
153, 154 
102, 118, 127, 128, 144, 151 
Goldstar 115, 122, 130, 131, 133, 146 
Hitachi 119, 131, 132 
102, 115, 124, 130, 133 
JVC 109, 141 
KTV 115, 130, 131, 138 
LXI 104, 116, 123, 124, 125, 131 
100, 101, 106, 107, 109, 114 
115, 121, 122, 130, 131, 133 
103, 115, 130 
115, 129, 131, 103, 113, 121 
NEC 115, 130 
104, 122, 127, 128, 133, 163 
Philco 115, 121, 122, 131, 130, 150 
Philips 121, 122 
134 
118, 144, 151 
127, 128 
110, 111, 129 
RCA 118, 144, 151 
110, 111, 129 
104, 115, 130, 131 
116, 125 
Cable Decoder Codes 
336 
336 
Citizen 336 
317 
Eagle 306, 307, 310 
GE 353 
Gemini 302, 328, 333 
327, 328 
336 
314, 330, 331 
323, 324, 325, 326, 329 
334 
311, 312, 342 
307, 310, 337, 338 
NSC 332, 334 
301, 321, 322 
Codes 
Scott 115, 130 
Sears 104, 116, 123, 124, 125, 131 
Sharp 112, 129, 131, 139 
105 
106, 107, 115, 121, 122, 130 
133 
153, 154 
104, 123, 124 
102, 113, 114, 115, 121, 130 
131 
XR1000 155 
100, 101 
Cable Decoder Codes 
313, 320 
300 
Philips 306, 307, 308, 309, 310 
318, 319 
Pluser 336 
RCA 318 
Regal 310 
304 
334 
317, 347, 335, 354 
318, 327 
318, 320, 327 
334 
318, 327, 328 
336 
303 
315, 316 
336 
351, 352 
339 
349 
306, 307, 310 
300, 305, 311 
Codes 
RCA 356 
355 
Your remote 
control 
operates the 
common 
features of 
most, but not 
all, models and 
brands of IR 
(infrared) 
controlled TVs 
and cable 
Programming Your Remote 
Some functions of your products may not be controlled by 
this remote. In such cases, use the original remote control 
furnished with the product. 
If you are using Zenith products, the remote comes pro-
grammed for the most commonly used codes. For other 
brands — or if your remote fails to control your Zenith prod-
uct — you will have to program the remote. 
Follow these steps for each product: 
1. Locate the three-digit code for your brand and type of 
equipment in the code tables below. 
2. Slide VCR/CBL(DBS)/TV to choose TV or cable box (DBS) 
mode of operation. 
3. Press and hold PROGRAM while entering the brand code 
for your equipment. 
4. Enter the three-digit brand code and then release 
PROGRAM. If your equipment does not work, repeat steps 
3 and 4, or try a different brand code. 
5. Write down the code that operates your equipment. 
, CATV 
TV Codes by Brand 
TV Brand Name 
Admiral 
Curtis Mathes 
Daytron 
Emerson 
Fisher 
Funai 
General Electric 
JCPenney 
Magnavox 
MGA/Mitsubishi 
Montgomery Wards 
Panasonic 
Pioneer 
Proscan 
Quasar 
Radio Shack 
Realistic 
Samsung 
Sanyo 
Cable Converter Codes by Brand 
Brand Name 
Arccher 
Cableview 
Curtis Mathes 
General Instrument 
Gobrand 
Hamlin 
Jerrold 
Kale Vision 
Macom 
Magnavox 
OAK 
TV Codes by Brand 
TV Brand Name 
Sony 
Sylvania 
Symphonic 
Toshiba 
Wards 
Zenith 
Cable Converter Codes by Brand 
Brand Name 
Panasonic 
Paragon 
Pioneer 
Regency 
Samsung 
Scientific Atlanta 
Simarx 
Sprucer 
Standard 
Components 
Stargate 
Teleview 
Texscan 
Tocom 
Uniden 348 
Unika 
Universal 
Vid Tech 
Video Way 
Viewstar 
Zenith 
DBS Codes by Brand 
DBS Brand Name 
Sony 

P A GE 14 
OPERATION 
Main Menu 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SpeakEZ 
CLOCK : 1 
TIMER : 2 
SETUP : 3 
AUDIO : 4 
PROGRAM 1 
DAY : 
START : 
STOP : 
SPEED : 
REPEAT : 
ENTER to adjust program 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
CLOCK 
MAIN MENU 
TIMER SETUP AUDIO 
Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, 4) button 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
AUDIO MENU 
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF 
PLAYBACK: 
RECORD: 
CLOCK MENU 
AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 
MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
enter 
menu quit/cc 
Selects 
VCR tuner 
Chooses and 
modifies options 
tv/vcr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
0 
vcr 
cbl/
dbs tv 
power 
program 
ch 
ch 
volvol 
eject 
enter mute 
rec/itr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
tv/vcr 
adja 
0 
cm skip 
sel 
sel 
menu quit/cc 
memory sp/ep 
pause 
stop 
playrew f fwd 
Point remote toward VCR 
Note: 
Introducing 
you to the 
Main Menu 
selections 
MONTH : 
CHANNEL : 
(1-8) to select program 
How to Access Menus 
Menu operation is easy—just follow the instructions 
shown at the bottom of the menu. 
1. Press MENU to see main menu. 
2. Press NUMBER (1, 2, 3, or 4) to see desired sub 
menu to be used. 
3. Press NUMBER to choose desired option to be 
changed. 
4. Press QUIT/CC to exit menu, or wait a few 
minutes and the VCR returns to normal operation. 
Perform menu operations with the VCR and TV on, 
and tune the TV to channel 3 or 4. The VCR must 
also be in the VCR mode of operation. Press TV/VCR 
repeatedly until VCR indicator appears in the front 
panel. 

OPERATION 
P A GE 15 
clock in VCR 
Clock Menu 
1. 
2. 
3. 
Notes: 
Manual Clock Set 
Notes: CLOCK MENU 
MONTH : 1 JANUARY 
DAY : 1 THU 
YEAR : 1998 
TIME : 12:00 PM 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
CLOCK MENU 
AUTO CLOCK SET(ON): 1 
MANUAL CLOCK SET : 2 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
date and time settings 
The Clock 
Menu sets the 
to the current 
time. 
The Clock Menu sets the clock in the VCR to the current 
time. There are two options. AUTO and MANUAL 
Auto Clock Set 
AUTO automatically sets the clock in the VCR to the current 
time and date. AUTO works only in areas where Data Service 
(DS) signals are provided along with normal TV signals. 
Press MENU to see Main Menu. 
Press 1 to see Clock Menu on the Main Menu. 
Press 1 to set the current time automatically on the 
Clock Menu. 
We recommend that you set the clock using the MANUAL 
method the first time you use your VCR. See MANUAL 
option for details. 
The clock must be set before you can record by using the 
TIMER Menu. 
The CLOCK Menu sets the clock in the VCR to the current 
date and time. 
The clock must be set before you can record by using the 
TIMER menu. 
You may have to reset the clock if a power outage lasts for 
more than 3 seconds. 
How to Set Clock 
1. Press MENU to see Main Menu. 
2. Press 1 to see clock options. 
3. Press 2 to adjust your options. 
4. Press the NUMBER (0~9) then ENTER to specify current 
date and time. 
5. Press QUIT/CC to exit the menu system. 
Typical CLOCK Menu with 

P A GE 16 
OPERATION 
specify 
Timer Menu 
PROGRAM 1 
7 JULY 
DAY : 20 MON 
START : 11:16 AM 
STOP : 11:46 AM 
SPEED 
REPEAT 
to erase press (0) 
PROGRAM 1 
7 JULY 
DAY : 20 MON 
START : 11:16 AM 
STOP : 11:46 AM 
SPEED 
REPEAT 
to erase press (0) 
Note: 
it is recording. Pressing POWER stops the 
recording. 
SpeakEZ 
CLOCK : 1 
TIMER : 2 
SETUP : 3 
AUDIO : 4 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
PROGRAM 1 
DAY : 
START : 
STOP : 
SPEED : 
REPEAT : 
ENTER to adjust program 
PROGRAM 8 
DAY : 
START : 
STOP : 
SPEED : 
REPEAT : 
ENTER to adjust program 
CHANNEL OPTIONS 
SPEED OPTIONS (SP or EP) 
Follow 
steps 
The TIMER 
Menu tells 
the VCR when 
to record a 
program on a 
day and at a 
time you 
MONTH :
CHANNEL : 20 TV 
: EP 
: ONCE 
(1-8) to select program 
MONTH :
CHANNEL : 20 TV 
: EP 
: ONCE 
(1-8) to select program 
You can specify eight different events to be recorded in a one-year period. 
How to Use Timer 
1. Choose TIMER menu as described in “How to 
Access Menus.” 
2. Press the Numbers on the Remote as needed for 
the items in the menu, then press ENTER. 
3. Press QUIT/CC to exit the menu system. 
Set the VCR in TIMER mode by pressing POWER to 
turn off the VCR. The TIMER indicator appears in the 
front panel of the VCR. 
You cannot operate the VCR manually while 
To Erase a Program 
1. Choose TIMER menu as described in “How to 
Access Menus.” 
2. Press NUMBER(1-8) to select desired PROGRAM to 
be erased. 
3. Press 0 to erase the program. 
4. Press QUIT/CC to exit the menu system. 
MONTH : 
CHANNEL : 
(1-8) to select program 
MONTH : 
CHANNEL : 
(1-8) to select program 
Press 2 
Month of Recording 
Day of Recording 
Start Time of Recording 
Stop Time of Recording 
Channel of Recording 
Speed of Recording 
Frequency of Recording 
Program Number 
When highlighted, press NUMBER (1-
8) to choose program Number. 
REPEAT OPTIONS 
ONCE — Records once. 
WEEKLY — Records once each week. 
DAILY — Records one time each day, 
Monday - Friday. 
To select an AUX channel, select the 
next highest or lowest channel pro-
grammed in the VCR with the CHAN-
NEL Up/Down arrows. 
The SP mode determines how much 
tape is left and switches speed from 
SP to EP, if necessary, to complete 
recording the program. There will be 
some picture and sound distortion at 
the point of the speed change. 
Press 0 to erase program 
these 

OPERATION 
P A GE 17 
Setup Menu 
The SETUP 
Menu customizes 
the 
VCR’s opera-
Choose SETUP Menu as 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
AUTO PROGRAM: 1 
CH. ADD/DEL: 2 
SOURCE: 3 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY: 4 
LANGUAGE SELECT: 5 
tion for your 
described in “How to 
particular 
Access Menus.” 
needs. 
AUTO PROGRAM Finds all active channels and stores them in the VCR’s memory for access 
by Channel Up/Down. Press 1 to begin search. 
CH. ADD/DEL Edits the channels found by AUTO PROGRAM. Use number keys followed by 
ENTER to select the channel to be edited (e.g., to ADD channel 3, press 3 
then ENTER). Press ENTER to ADD or DEL (Delete) channels to create your 
own list of favorite channels. 
SOURCE Selects TV, CATV, or AUX as the source of the program to watch or record. 
Choose TV if you have an antenna connected to the VCR. Choose CATV if 
you have a cable system (with or without a cable box) connected to the 
VCR. Choose AUX if you want to see the program from accessory equipment, 
such as a camcorder, connected to the Audio/Video (A/V) IN jacks 
on the VCR. 
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY Selects whether or not you see VCR Status Displays on the TV. 
LANGUAGE SELECT Selects English, Spanish or French for VCR menus and displays on the TV. 

P A GE 18 
OPERATION 
AUDIO Menu’s
PLAYBACK
and RECORD
Audio Menu 
options are The AUDIO Menu indicates
available only the audio format used
with stereo when recording or playing
VCRs. a tape. Choose AUDIO 
Menu as described in 
“How to Access Menus.” 
Press ENTER (and repeat) 
to choose items in the 
menu (some models). 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
AUDIO MENU 
SpeakEZ: ON 1 ON 2 OFF 
PLAYBACK: 
RECORD: 
SpeakEZ Turns SpeakEZ ON or OFF. 
A voice tells you how to use the features you select in the menus if 
SpeakEZ is ON. (ON is recommended.) 
PLAYBACK Selects HI-FI or NORMAL for tape playback. 
HI-FI (High Fidelity) provides stereo sound, if present on the tape, to the 
left and right VCR AUDIO output jacks on the back of the VCR. 
NORMAL provides monaural sound, regardless of the audio format present 
on the tape. 
RECORD Select the STEREO, MONO, or SAP for recording a program. 
STEREO records sound from the left and right audio tracks in stereophonic 
format. 
MONO (Monaural) records sound in monaural format even if the program is 
in stereo. 
SAP records the Second Audio Program (SAP) track, if present, in addition 
to the stereo audio tracks. SAP usually contains audio in another language. 

OPERATION 
P A GE 19 
to select 
Selecting Channels when the VCR is OFF 
Selecting Channels at the TV when VCR is 
ON 
Selecting Channels at the VCR when VCR is 
ON 
IN OUT 
Audio/Video Output to TV 
VCR Output to TV 
(Channel 3 or 4 when 
VCR is on and TV/VCR 
is in VCR position) 
CH3 CH4 Cable Box 
Output 
to VCR 
From 
Cable- TV 
System 
Direct Cable 
All-Channel 
Antenna 
Cable TV 
Wall Jack 
Typical 
Cable Box 
OUT 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
IN 
AUDIO 
OUT 
VIDEO 
OUT 
RL 
3 4 
CHANNEL 
Zenith Stereo VCR 
VHF-UHF 
CABLE IN 
VIDEO 
IN 
AUDIO 
IN 
Zenith TV 
Or 
Or 
This page 
shows a 
typical video 
system and 
explains how 
channels. 
Watching TV Through the VCR 
1. Turn TV on. 
2. Select channel you’d like to watch at the TV. If 
you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at 
the TV. Selects cable box channels at the cable 
box. 
1. Turn TV and VCR on. 
2. Place VCR in TV mode by pressing TV/VCR on 
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator 
disappears from the VCR front panel. 
3. Select channel you’d like to watch at the TV. If 
you have a cable box, select channel 3 or 4 at 
the TV. Select cable box channels at the cable 
box. 
1. Turn TV and VCR on. 
2. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on 
remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator 
appears in the VCR front panel. 
3. Select channels 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have 
connected your VCR to the TV’s A/V input 
jacks, select the A/V source at the TV for a 
better picture. 
4. Select the channel you’d like to watch at the 
VCR. If you have a cable box, select channel 3 
or 4 at the VCR. Select cable box channels at 
the cable box. 
R L 

P A GE 20 
OPERATION 
your VCR. 
ANT 
IN 
OUT 
TO 
TV 
VHF/UHF/CATV 
VIDEOR-AUDIO-L 
OUT 
IN 
OUT 
IN 
A/V cable is not provided with VCR. 
Back Panel of Stereo VCR 
Press number keys 
then ENTER QUIT = exit 
SETUP MENU 
SOURCE: TUNER (TV) 
1 TV 2 CATV 
3 AUX 
SOURCE 
TUNER 
TV 
Items in the Menu 
This page 
describes how 
to connect a 
camcorder to 
Camcorder Connected to VCR 
CH3 CH4 
Select AUX for Viewing an Audio/Video 
source like a Camcorder 
1. With TV and VCR on, place VCR in VCR mode by 
pressing TV/VCR on the remote (and repeat) until 
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR’s front panel. 
2. Select channel 3 (or 4) on the TV. Note: If your TV 
has A/V jacks, you may get a better picture if you 
connect your VCR there. (Then, select the A/V 
source on the TV.) 
3. At the VCR, Channel Down lower than the lowest 
channel (or Channel Up above the highest) to 
select “AUX” Or, you may— 
Choose the SETUP menu as described in “How to 
Access Menus.” 
Press 3 for the SETUP menu’s SOURCE item. 
Press 3 for AUX, then ENTER. (Press QUIT/CC to 
exit.) 
Turn off power or unplug VCR 
before making any connections. 
Press 3 to select AUX 
Shows the program source—TV, CATV, or AUX—selected for the VCR to receive. 
The VCR is using its Tuner to receive programs from an antenna or cable. 
Selects programs for the VCR from a rooftop-type antenna. 
CATV Selects programs for the VCR from Cable TV. 
AUX Selects programs for the VCR from the R-AUDIO-L—VIDEO IN jacks (where you may have 
connected your camcorder). 

OPERATION 
P A GE 21 
in your VCR. 
Note: 
Cassette 
Safety Tab 
Shown in 
Place 
Cassette SP LP EP 
Length (Long Play) (Extended Play) 
POWER 
PLAY 
STOP 
TV/VCR 
vcr 
cbl/
dbs tv 
power 
program 
ch 
ch 
volvol 
eject 
enter mute 
rec/itr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
tv/vcr 
adja 
0 
cm skip 
sel 
sel 
menu quit/cc 
memory sp/ep 
pause 
stop 
playrew f fwd 
power stop/eject play 
This page 
explains the 
basics of 
playing tapes 
Playing Tapes 
Automatic Playback (No Safety Tab) 
1. Tape playback begins automatically, if the safe-
ty tab is removed from the cassette case. For 
example, most rental movies have no safety 
tab. Simply insert the prerecorded VHS cassette 
into the VCR. Power turns on and playback 
begins. 
2. Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Or, select 
the TV’s AUX (Auxiliary) source to see the 
picture, if you are using the A/V jacks. 
Manual Playback (Has Safety Tab) 
1. Press POWER to turn VCR on. 
2. Insert a prerecorded VHS cassette into the VCR. 
3. Press PLAY to begin playback. 
4. Select the channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Or, select 
the TV’s AUX (Auxiliary) source to see the 
picture, if you are using the A/V jacks. 
Unloading the Cassette from the VCR 
1. Press STOP if the tape is playing. 
2. Press STOP/EJECT at the VCR until the cassette 
is ejected. 
This VCR records only in SP and EP speeds. Your 
VCR sets the playback speed automatically to the 
speed used to record the tape. 
(Continued on next page) 
VHS Cassette Playback/Record Times 
(Standard Play) 
T-30 30 Minutes 1 Hour 1 Hour, 
30 Minutes 
T-60 1 Hour 2 Hours 3 Hours 
T-120 2 Hours 4 Hours 6 Hours 
T-160 2 Hours, 5 Hours, 8 Hours 
40 Minutes 20 Minutes 
VCR’s Controls 

P A GE 22 
OPERATION 
play tapes on 
your VCR. 
ADJ. (F/GVideo 
Note: 
back. 
vcr 
cbl/
dbs tv 
power 
program 
ch 
ch 
volvol 
eject 
enter mute 
rec/itr 
1 2 3 
4 5 6 
7 8 9 
tv/vcr 
adja 
0 
cm skip 
sel 
sel 
menu quit/cc 
memory sp/ep 
pause 
stop 
playrew f fwd 
POWER 
ENTER F FWD 
CM SKIP 
(F/G) 
This page 
explains how 
to use the 
remote to 
Playing Tapes 
Auto/Manual Tracking Adjustment 
Your VCR adjusts tracking automatically when 
you play a tape. If the tape was recorded on 
a different VCR, streaks (video noise) may 
appear. While the tape is playing, press 
) to adjust the tracking manually. 
Real-Time Tape Counter 
Press ENTER twice to keep the tape counter 
on the TV screen. Press ENTER repeatedly to 
remove all displays. The counter resets to 
0:00:00 when you insert a cassette or when a 
tape is rewound to its beginning. 
Pause/Forward/Reverse Slow-Motion 
(While in play mode) Press PAUSE for still 
video. Press PAUSE again, and follow 
on-screen instructions for Forward or Reverse 
slow motion. Press F FWD or REW to control 
slow speed during slow motion. Press PLAY to 
resume normal tape playing. 
When the reverse slow mode continues 
for more than 30 secondes, the VCR will auto-
matically change to play mode. 
Tape Rewind and Fast Forward 
(While in Stop mode) Press and release REW 
or F FWD (Fast Forward), as desired. Press 
STOP when tape reaches desired location. 
Reverse/Forward Search 
(While in Play mode) Press and release REW or 
F FWD, as desired. Press PLAY to resume 
normal tape playing. 
CM Skip (Commercial Skip) 
(While in play mode) Pressing CM SKIP on the 
remote skips commercials or other program 
material. Pressing 1, 2, 3, or 4 times skips 
30, 60, 90, or 120 seconds, respectively. CM 
SKIP skips a full 120 seconds of commercials 
in a few seconds, then resumes normal play-
PAUSE 
REW (Rewind) 
PLAY 
(Fast Forward) 
STOP 
ADJUST 

OPERATION 
P A GE 23 
– or – 
or – 
Remote's Controls 
sp/eptv/vcr 
rec/itr 
power 
stop 
VCR's Controls 
power stop/ejectsp/ep rec/itr 
Recording 
what you are 
watching 
on TV. 
Instant Recording 
Options You Can Use While Recording 
Instant recording lets you record until you reach 
the end of tape or you press STOP to stop record-
ing. 
1. Turn TV and VCR on. 
2. Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on 
the remote repeatedly until the VCR indicator 
appears in the VCR front panel. 
3. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you have 
connected your VCR to the TV’s A/V input jacks, 
select the A/V source at the TV for a better pic-
ture. 
4. Select the channel to be watched and recorded 
at the VCR. If you have a cable box, select the 
cable box output channel (usually 3 or 4) at the 
VCR. Select cable box channels at the cable box. 
5. Insert a VHS cassette tape into the VCR. 
6. Press SP/EP to select recording speed, if 
desired. Recording speed is always SP, unless 
you select EP. 
7. Press REC/ITR until recording begins. REC indi-
cator appears in the VCR front panel. Recording 
continues until you reach the end of the tape, 
or until you press STOP to stop recording. 
Instant Recording Instant Timer Recording 
(until end of tape) (Preset recording times) 
PAUSE STOP STOP/EJECT 
Momentarily Pauses Stops and exits recording 
recording. Press PAUSE mode. 
again to resume recording. 
STOP STOP/EJECT 
Stops and exits recording 
mode. 

P A GE 24 
OPERATION 
Remote's Controls 
sp/eptv/vcr 
rec/itr 
power 
stop 
VCR's Controls 
power stop/ejectsp/ep rec/itr 
DisplayREC/ITR 
2 0:30 
3 1:00 
4 1:30 
5 2:00 
. . . 
. . . 
. . . 
9 4:00 
10 
Note: 
VCR. 
2 
3 
4 
1 
5 
6 
7 
8 
Note: 
Recording 
using preset 
time periods. 
Instant Recording 
Presses of Preset Time For 
Recording 
1 (Press) Current Time Until end of tape 
30 minutes 
1 hours 
1 hour and 
30 minutes 
2 hours 
4 hours 
No display normal recording 
Preset Time Periods for ITR Recording. 
Preset recording time counts down until the record-
ing time is over. 
Instant (attended) Timer Recording (ITR) lets you 
record where you record for a specific preset time 
period, instead of recording until the end of tape is 
reached. For example, you can record a 30-minute 
show using the preset time period. 
Turn TV and VCR on. 
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing 
TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until 
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR 
front panel. 
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you 
have connected your VCR to the TV’s 
A/V input jacks, select the A/V source 
at the TV for a better picture. 
Select the channel to be watched and 
recorded at the VCR. If you have a 
cable box, select the cable box output 
channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR. 
Select cable box channels at the cable 
box. 
Insert a VHS cassette tape into the 
Press SP/EP to select recording speed, 
if desired. Recording speed is always 
SP, unless you select EP. 
Press REC/ITR until recording begins. 
The REC indicator appears in the VCR 
front panel. Recording continues until 
you reach the end of the tape, or until 
you press STOP to stop recording. 
Press REC/ITR repeatedly to select a 
preset recording time period. Each sub-
sequent press of REC/ITR increases the 
recording time by 30 minutes until you 
reach a maximum of 4 hours. 
The SP mode determines how much tape 
is left and switches speed from SP to EP, if 
necessary, to complete recording the program. 
There will be some picture and sound distortion 
at the point of the speed change. 

OPERATION 
P A GE 25 
Note: 
VCR. 
Note: 
2 
3 
4 
1 
5 
6 
7 
8 
9 
– 
or 
Remote's Controls 
sp/eptv/vcr 
rec/itr 
power 
stop 
VCR's Controls 
power stop/ejectsp/ep rec/itr 
Recording one 
show while 
watching 
another. 
Instant Recording 
If you have a cable box connected to your VCR, 
you cannot record one show and watch another. 
Choose the show you wish to record using the 
VCR’s channel selector. Choose the show you wish 
to watch using the TV’s channel selector. 
Turn TV and VCR on. 
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing 
TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until 
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR 
front panel. 
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. If you 
have connected your VCR to the TV’s 
A/V input jacks, select the A/V source 
at the TV for a better picture. 
Select the channel to be watched and 
recorded at the VCR. If you have a 
cable box, select the cable box output 
channel (usually 3 or 4) at the VCR. 
Select cable box channels at the cable 
box. 
Insert a VHS cassette tape into the 
Press SP/EP to select recording speed, 
if desired. Recording speed is always 
SP, unless you select EP. 
Press REC/ITR until recording begins. 
REC indicator appears in the VCR front 
panel. Recording continues until you 
reach the end of the tape, or until you 
press STOP to stop recording. 
Place VCR in TV mode by pressing 
TV/VCR on remote to turn off VCR 
indicator in the VCR front panel. 
Select the show you wish to watch 
using the TV’s channel selector. 
To return to the show you’re recording, select 
channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR 
mode by pressing TV/VCR on the remote to show 
the VCR indicator in the VCR’s front panel. 
Options You Can Use While Recording 
Instant Recording 
(until end of tape) 
PAUSE 
Momentarily pauses recording. Press PAUSE 
again to resume recording. 
STOP STOP/EJECT – Stops and exits 
recording mode. 

P A GE 26 
OPERATION 
you can 
VCR. 
MAIN MENU TIMER MENU TIMER MENU 
VCR TIMER 
On Off 
Off On (or set)2 
3 
4 
1 
5 
6 
SpeakEZ 
CLOCK : 1 
TIMER : 2 
SETUP : 3 
AUDIO : 4 
Press number keys 
QUIT = exit 
PROGRAM 1 
DAY : 
START : 
STOP : 
SPEED : 
REPEAT : 
ENTER to adjust program 
PROGRAM 8 
DAY : 
START : 
STOP : 
SPEED : 
REPEAT : 
ENTER to adjust program 
This page 
explains how 
to use the 
timer so that 
record while 
you are away. 
Recording While You’re Away 
Timer-controlled recording lets you record shows 
unattended. Pick a day and time up to one year in 
advance. The show may be recorded once or on 
multiple days. You can schedule up to eight 
different events into the PROGRAM TIMER for 
recording, as long as no events overlap in the 
same time period. 
Turn TV and VCR on. 
Place VCR in VCR mode by pressing 
TV/VCR on the remote repeatedly until 
the VCR indicator appears in the VCR 
front panel. 
Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. 
Insert a VHS cassette tape into the 
Program events to be recorded with the 
Timer by following the procedure in the 
TIMER MENU section. If you have a 
cable box, select channel 3 or 4 (at 
the VCR) as the channel to be record-
ed. Keep your cable box on when using 
the Timer to record. 
Enable the Timer by pressing POWER to 
turn off the VCR. The TMR indicator 
appears in the VCR front panel to indi-
cate the VCR is in the TIMER recording 
mode. 
for Program 1 for Program 8 
VCR OPERATION POWER STATUS 
Disables timer-controlled 
recording if an event is 
Scheduled in the Timer. All 
other VCR operations can 
be used as desired. 
Enables timer-controlled 
recording if an event is 
scheduled in the Timer. You 
cannot be operate the VCR 
manually while it is in 
Timer Set mode. If you 
have scheduled the Timer, 
you’ll be recording at a 
later time. 
MONTH : 
CHANNEL : 
(1-8) to select program 
MONTH : 
CHANNEL : 
(1-8) to select program 
Press 2 
VCR Operation with Timer Off or On 

TROUBLESHOOTING 
P A GE 27 
Troubleshooting Some quick 
and easy tips 
Before Calling for Service to fixing
Please refer to this chart before calling for service. First, turn on the TV and VCR. Select appropriate problems
input for the TV to receive the video signal from the VCR. You will probably use the Antenna In connec-yourself.
tion to the TV. Select channel 3 or 4 at the TV. Place the VCR in the VCR mode by pressing TV/VCR on
the remote repeatedly until VCR indicator appears in the VCR front panel. If you have a cable box, turn
it on and select channel 3 or 4 at the VCR.
Operating Problems 
Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution 
No power to the VCR. Power cord is not connected. Connect power cord. 
Remote does not function. Batteries are weak. Replace with new batteries. 
You are too far away from the 
VCR. 
Move closer to the VCR. 
Remote may be at an awkward 
angle. 
Avoid holding the remote at 
sharp angle. 
No picture appears on TV screen 
from any VCR function. 
Source for TV is not selected 
properly. 
Set INPUT source on TV to 
Audio/Video In, or tune TV to 
Channel 3 or 4, as appropriate. 
TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to TV. Press TV/VCR on remote repeatedly 
to choose VCR mode. VCR 
indicator appears in VCR front 
panel. 
VCR features do not function. 
VCR does not respond to remote 
functions or VCR keys. 
VCR is locked up Disconnect VCR power cord for 
three (3) seconds. Reset clock 
and other features as necessary. 
Playing Tapes (Playback) Problems 
Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution 
Tape will not rewind or fast Tape is fully rewound or is at No action necessary. 
forward. its end. 
Mechanical sound is audible Note: This is normal operating No action necessary. 
during playback. sound from internal 
mechanisms. 
Tape playback does not appear Source for TV is not selected Set Input source on TV to 
on TV screen. properly. Audio/Video In, or tune TV to 
Channel 3 or 4, as appropriate. 
TV/VCR mode for VCR is set to Press TV/VCR repeatedly to 
TV. choose VCR mode. VCR indicator 
appears in VCR front panel. 
Video “noise” (horizontal Tape is a rental or was recorded Use ADJ. (F/G) for manual 
streaks) appear during normal on another VCR. tracking adjustment while tape 
tape playing. is playing. 
Tape heads are dirty. Clean video heads. 
VCR Status Display flickers Tape tracking needs to be From STILL video mode, enable 
when using STILL video during 
tape playback. 
adjusted while in slow-motion 
playback. 
slow-motion playback. Use 
ADJ. (F/G) to adjust tracking 
for best picture. Return to PLAY 
mode, then press PAUSE for 
STILL video. 

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TROUBLESHOOTING 
Some quick Troubleshooting 
and easy tips 
to fixing 
problems 
yourself. 
Channel Tuning Problems 
Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution 
Some channels are skipped over Those channels were deleted Use CH. ADD/DEL to restore 
when using Channel Up/Down. with the CH. ADD/DEL option. channels. See SETUP Menu for 
details. 
Picture and sound are weak or Antenna or cables are loose. Tighten connections or replace 
missing. cable. 
Wrong SOURCE option is being Try all SOURCE options. See 
used. SETUP menu for details. 
Recording Problems 
Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution 
Camcorder image is not shown. Camcorder is off. Turn camcorder on and operate 
properly. 
Camcorder image via A/V input 
to VCR is not shown on TV 
screen. 
VCR SOURCE is not set to AUX. Use Channel Up/Down to select 
AUX A/V input channel. 
Timer recording is not possible. Clock in VCR is not set to 
correct time. 
Set clock to correct time. See 
CLOCK menu. 
VCR is on which disables timer. Turn VCR off to enable timer. 
TMR indicator appears in the 
VCR front panel. 
Timer has been programmed 
incorrectly. 
Reprogram Timer. See TIMER 
menu. 
TMR indicator does not appear 
after programming timer. 
Reprogram Timer and turn VCR 
off to enable timer. 
TMR indicator appears after VCR 
is turned off. 
VCR is in Timer Recording mode. This is normal indication that 
the VCR is in TIMER mode. If 
needed, disable TIMER by 
turning VCR on. 
Stereo Audio Record and/or Playback Problems 
Observed Condition Possible Cause Probable Solution 
Stereo is not present. TV is not Stereo-compatible. No action is possible. 
Program is not in stereo format. No action is possible. 
VCR A/V Out jacks are not con-Make A/V connections. Stereo is 
nected to TV A/V In jacks. available only via A/V output 
from VCR. 
VCR Audio/Video Out is not Select AUX or A/V source as TV 
selected for viewing at the TV. input. 
VCR AUDIO RECORD mode is set Set VCR AUDIO RECORD mode to 
to SAP or MONAURAL. Stereo. See AUDIO Menu. 

TROUBLESHOOTING 
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yourself. 
Video Head Cleaning 
Caution: 
Cabinet Cleaning 
• 
• 
occur: 
• 
• 
Some quick 
and easy tips 
to fixing 
problems 
Troubleshooting 
Magnetic Field from Other Equipment 
Keep the VCR and videotapes away from strong magnetic fields, such as those produced by a vacuum 
cleaner, refrigerator, or air conditioner. 
Your VCR automatically cleans the heads as it is used. However, after long periods of use, your video 
heads may become clogged with accumulated dirt, causing distortion. When this occurs, use a do-it-
yourself wet-type head cleaning cassette available from your Zenith dealer. 
Do not use a dry-type head cleaning system. It may seriously damage the VCR and cassettes used in the 
VCR. Snow, streaking in picture, and horizontal pulling indicate the need for professional video head 
cleaning. See your Zenith approved service center for cleaning. 
Clean the outside surfaces of the VCR with a soft lint-free cloth as required. Use care not to scratch the 
VCR during cleaning. 
Moisture Condensation 
Moisture condensation can occur: 
When the video recorder is moved from a cold 
place to a warm place. 
Under extremely humid conditions 
In locations where moisture condensation may 
Keep the power cord plugged into an AC outlet 
and POWER On. This will help prevent condensa-
tion. 
When condensation has occurred, wait a few 
hours for the VCR to dry before using it. 

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INDEX 
Find what 
you want 
quickly. 
Index 
FEATURE PAGE 
Audio Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 
Auto Channel Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 17 
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5, 19 
Ch. Add/Del. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 17 
Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 15 
Features Chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 
Front Panel Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 
Instant Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-25 
Language Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 
Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 
Playing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22 
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 
Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 
SpeakEZ Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 
Timer Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 
Timer-Controlled Recording. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-29 
VCR Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 
Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 
Watching TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 

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Your Zenith Limited Warranty 
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER OR PLAYER 

Welcome into the Zenith family! We believe that you will be pleased with your new Zenith Entertainment Machine. Please read this war
ranty 
carefully, it is a “LIMITED WARRANTY” as defined under Federal Law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state within the U.S.A. 
ZENITH’S RESPONSIBILITY 
Service Labor During a period of 90 days from effective warranty date, Zenith will provide service labor by a Zenith authorized service center 
when needed as determined by Zenith, as a result of manufacturing defects. 
Parts New or remanufactured replacements for factory-defective parts will be supplied by a Zenith authorized service center for one year from 
effective warranty date . Such replacement parts are warranted for the remaining portion of the original warranty period. 
Not Covered This warranty covers manufacturing defects and does not cover installation, adjustment of customer controls in the home, installation or 
repair of home antenna systems, cable converters or cable company-supplied equipment; it also does not cover damage due to misuse, 
abuse, negligence, acts of God or other causes beyond the control of Zenith. Any alteration of the product after manufacture voids this 
warranty in its entirety. 
OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY 
Effective Warranty Date Warranty begins on the date of original consumer purchase. For your convenience, keep the dealer’s dated bill of sale or a delivery ticket 
as evidence of the purchase date. 
Operating Guide Read your Operating Guide carefully so that you will understand the operation of your set and how to adjust the customer controls. 
Carry-In Service The video product must be taken to a U.S. or Canadian Zenith authorized service center for warranty service and must be picked up by 
the owner. 
TV Set Performance It is the owner’s responsibility to maintain the TV receiver with which the video product is used, and the associated antenna system, in 
proper operating condition.. 
Important Product Registration—Please fill out and mail your Product Registration Card. It is imperative that Zenith know how to reach you 
promptly if we should discover a safety problem that could affect you. 
Warranty Service For warranty service information, contact any Zenith authorized service center. Parts and service labor that are Zenith’s responsibility 
(see above) will be provided without charge. Other service is at the owner’s expense. If you have any problem in obtaining satisfactory 
warranty service, call or write the Zenith Response Center. You must provide the model number, serial number and date of purchase or 
date of original installation. Before you ask for warranty service, read “Maintenance And Troubleshooting” in your operating guide. You 
might avoid a service call. 
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY 
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND ZENITH SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, 
INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT. 
Zenith Electronics Corporation 
Customer Service Department 
1000 Milwaukee Avenue 
Glenview, Illinois 60025-2493 
Telephone: (847) 391-8752 
Mon-Fri, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central Time 
ZENITH ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Zenith Part No. 206-3390 
1000 MILWAUKEE AVENUE GS# 3835RM0024M 
GLENVIEW, ILLINOIS 60025-2493 Printed in Korea 
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