User manual AUDIOVOX AVP-9000

[. . . ] CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS To obtain the best results and to avoid malfunctions, PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE DESCRIPTIONS AND OPERATING PROCEDURES CONTAINED IN THIS OWNER'S MANUAL PRIOR TO OPERATING THE VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER. This user manual employs the following symbols to indicate different types of warning messages. Indicates the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions. Indicates the presence of un-insulated dangerous voltage within the unit enclosure. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKS DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. [. . . ] When the heads are dirty, the picture can get snowy and the tracking control will have little or no effect. If this condition occurs, head cleaning cartridges may take care of the problem and restore normal picture. We recommend that head cleaning cartridges be used sparingly since they are very abrasive and can damage the video heads during prolonged use. If the problem is not resolved with the head cleaning cartridge then the unit needs to be checked by a qualified service personnel. NOTE: Video heads may eventually wear out and should be replaced when they fail to reproduce clear pictures. Do not leave video tapes inside a hot vehicle. 6 FEATURES CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of the AVP-9000 Video Cassette Player. This unit is designed to satisfy all your VHS tape playback needs and with proper use and care, will offer many years of viewing enjoyment. The features of the Model AVP-9000 Video Cassette Player include: · DIGITAL AUTO TRACKING This VCP plays clear pictures without special operations. · SELF PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Since HEAD DRUM rotation continuously compensates for voltage change or tape condition, the picture is always stable. · AUTO START FUNCTION This VCP will automatically power on and go into PLAY mode when a cassette is inserted. · 4-HEAD PLAYBACK · AUTO REPEAT PLAYBACK In the AUTO REPEAT mode, the VCP will , at the end of the tape , rewind and enter the playback mode. · TWO TYPES OF INFRARED (IR) INPUT FOR REMOTE CONTROL Two wire interface with various Flexvision video monitor products. · DC Operation with specialized tape mechanism · Diamond Like Coated (DLC) Video Head A special coating on the tape drum which prevents oxide and moisture build-up. When VCP is in play mode, AV1 and AV2 are overridden by VCP playback and these buttons adjust tracking only. 1 Auto Repeat Button The VCP cycles through the following mode and the indicator lights red. The tape will play to the end, rewind to the beginning and play again. 2 AUDIO/VIDEO IN Jacks Connect these jacks to the audio/video out jacks terminal of your Game machine or Camcorder using the RCA cord provided. 9 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (CONTINUED) REAR PANEL !Infrared (IR) INPUT Connector This connector provides a two wire interface with various Flexvision video monitor products. * Connector description @ DC 12V Jack When using a DC power source, connect this jack to 12V DC. * Connector description 10 CONTROLS AND INDICATORS (CONTINUED) # AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Connectors These connectors provide an interface to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors of your video monitor, using an RCA cord. $ AUDIO/VIDEO IN Connector These connectors provide an interface to the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors of your Game machine or Camcorder using an RCA cord. % Infrared (IR) INPUT Connector (Remote Eye) This connector provides a three-wire interface with receiver accessory. [. . . ] Refer to your TV Owner's Manual for further information. Power indicated with back-lighting but unit will not operate. · Dew feature activated (See owner's manual for dew mode explanation). · No tape in unit. TV in TV mode 21 SYMPTOMS Play mode indicated but no audio or video to TV. (continued) CAUSE · VCP connected by (75 OHM coax) antenna coax to TV. · VCP connected to A/V OUTPUT jacks of television monitor instead of input. [. . . ]