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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
No power.
• The power cord is not plugged in.
– Plug the power cord into the outlet firmly.
Although the power is on, the VCRwill not work.
• There is no cassette.
– Load a cassette. (page 18)
The clock does not work.
• There has been a power failure.
– Reset the clock. (page 15)
The timer does not work properly.
• The time is incorrect.
– Set the clock correctly. (page 15)
The picture does not appear on the TVscreen.
• The video channel or video input mode is not set
correctly.
– Set the TV channel to the video channel (3 or
4) or set the video input mode on the TV.
(page 11)
• The TV signal is weak.
– Adjust the antenna direction or use an
optional antenna booster.
• The power cord is not plugged in.
– Plug the power cord into the outlet firmly.
The picture does not appear on the TV
screen during recording and
playback.
• The video channel or VCR mode is not set
correctly.
– Press 
TV/VCR to select the VCR mode and set
the TV channel to 3 or 4. (pages 11, 12)
The VCR does not record.
• The loaded cassette has no safety tab.
– Use a cassette with a safety tab or cover the
hole with adhesive tape. (page 18)
The playback picture is poor.
• Tracking is not set appropriately.
– Adjust the tracking manually. (page 19)
• The video heads are dirty.
– Clean the video heads with a commercially
available cleaning tape.
The desired sound is not heard, suchas SAP, stereo, or regular sound.
• Setting of sounds is not correct.
– Select a desired sound using A.SELECT. (page 28)
Noise is present in the Hi-Fi soundbeing played.
• Tracking is not set appropriately.
– Adjust the tracking manually. (page 19)
The timer recording function doesnot work.
• There is an error in programming.
– Reset the timer recording program. (page 27)
• There is no cassette in the VCR.
– Load a cassette with the safety tab attached.
(page 18)
• The cassette does not have the safety tab.
– Use another cassette with a safety tab or
cover the hole with adhesive tape. (page 18)
• The timer indicator is not displayed.
– Press both 
TIMER simultaneously. (page 26)
• There has been a power failure.
– Reset the clock. (page 15)
The remote control does not workproperly.
• The batteries are exhausted.
– Replace all batteries. (page 10)
• The remote control is operated beyond the
operating range.
– Make sure the remote control is within 30
° of
the remote sensor on the VCR. (page 10)
• Too far from the VCR.
– Use the remote control within 7 m from the
front of the VCR. (page 10)
• An obstacle may be in the way of the operation.
– Remove the obstacle.
• The operating mode of the remote control is not
set correctly.
– Press 
VCR or TV depending  on the
equipment you want to operate .(page 14,29)
The cassette is ejected immediatelyafter it is loaded.
• The cassette was inserted with the label side
not paralleling the compartment.
– Reload it carefully. (page 18)
The cassette does not go into thecassette compartment.
• There is already a cassette in the VCR.
– Eject the cassette and reload the new one.
(page 18)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Before Calling Service Personnel
Check the following symptoms before requesting servicing.
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Specifications
Accessories
Antenna cable ....................................... 1
Remote control .....................................  1
Batteries (AAA) ....................................  2
Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. Power Supply:120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption:18 W
External dimensions:430 x 94 x 252mm (W.H.D.)
Mass:3.0 kg
Channels received:VHF: Channels 2–13
UHF: Channels 14–69
CATV: Channels A7-A1,A-CCC, 66-125
Antenna input/output terminals:UHF/VHF: 75 Ω F type connector
Signal system:Standard NTSC
Recording/Playback system:Recording: VHS format (SP, SLP)
Playback: VHS format (SP, LP, SLP)
Cassette:Video cassette with 
 mark
Tape speed:SLP: 11.1 mm/s, SP: 33.4 mm/s
Video recording/playback time:SLP: 480 minutes, SP: 160 minutes (When T-160
video cassette is used.)
Fast forward/rewind time:Within approx. 60 s (When T-120 video cassette is
used.)
Video input:1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, unbalanced, negative sync., pin
jack
Video output:1 V (p-p), 75 Ω, unbalanced, negative sync., pin
jack
Audio input:Line input: 308 mV (rms), more than 47 kΩ, pin
jack
Audio output:Line output: 308 mV (rms), less than 4.7 kΩ, pin
jack
Audio frequency range (Hi-Fi):20 Hz – 20 kHz
Audio dynamic range (Hi-Fi):68 dB
Utilization conditions:Temperature: 5°C to 40°C
Humidity: less than RH 80%
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							LIMITED WARRANTY
TOSHIBA VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
Toshiba America Consumer Products, Inc. (“TACP”)
and Toshiba Hawaii Inc. (“THI”) make the following
limited warranties. These limited warranties extend
to the original consumer purchaser or any person
receiving this set as a gift from the original consumer
purchaser and to no other purchaser or transferee.
Limited Ninety (90) Day Warranty
TACP/THI warrant this product against defects in
materials or workmanship for a period of ninety days
after the date of original retail purchase. During this
period, TACP/THI will repair a defective product or
part, without charge to you. You must deliver the entire
product to a TACP/THI Authorized Service Station.
You are responsible for all transportation and insurance
charges for the set to and from the Authorized Service
Station.
Limited One (1) Year Warranty
TACP/THI further warrant the parts in this product
against defects in materials or workmanship for a
period of one (1) year after the date of original retail
purchase. During this period, TACP/THI will replace a
defective part without charge to you, except that if a
defective part is replaced after ninety (90) days from
the date of the original retail purchase, you pay labor
charges involved in the replacement. You must also
deliver the entire product to a TACP/THI Authorized
Service Station. You are responsible for all
transportation and insurance charges for the set to
and from the Authorized Service Station.
Rental Units
The warranty for rental units begin with the first rental
or thirty (30) days from the date of shipment to the
rental firm, whichever comes first.
Commercial Units
Products sold and used for commercial use have a
limited ninety (90) day warranty for all parts and labor.
Owner’s Manual and Demographic Card
You should read the owner’s manual thoroughly before
operating this product. You should complete and mail
the enclosed Demographic card within ten (10) days
after you, or the person who has given you this product
as a gift, purchased this product. This is one way to
enable TACP/THI to provide you with better customer
service and improved products. Failure to return the
card will not affect your rights under this warranty.Your Responsibility
The above warranties are subject to the following
conditions:
(1) You must retain your bill of sale or provide other
proof of purchase.
(2) You must notify an Authorized TACP/THI Service
Station within thirty (30) days after you discover a
defective product or part.
(3) All warranty servicing of this product must be
made by an Authorized TACP/THI Service Station.
(4) These warranties are effective only if the product is
purchased and operated in the U.S.A or Puerto
Rico.
(5) Labor service charges for set installation. Set up,
adjustment of customer controls and installation
of repair or antenna systems are not covered by
this warranty. Reception problems caused by
inadequate antenna systems are your
responsibility.
(6) Warranties extend only to defects in materials or
workmanship as limited above and do not extend
to any product or parts which have been lost or
discarded by you or to damage to products or
parts caused by misuse, accident, damage caused
by Acts of God, such as lightning or fluctuations in
electric power, improper installation, improper
maintenance or use in violation of instructions
furnished by us; or to units which have been
altered or modified without authorization of TACP/
THI or to damage to products or parts there of
which have had the serial number removed,
altered, defaced or rendered illegible.
(7) At you option, after the warranty period has expired
in the U.S.A. Call (800)-631-3811 to receive
information concerning an exchange price.
Payment must be enclosed with the product in the
form of a certified check or money order and
forward your product to:
Toshiba America Consumer Products Inc.
Returns Center
1420C Toshiba Dr.
Lebanon, TN 37087
(8) Upon receipt we will, at our option, replace your
unit with a new or refurbished unit of equal value.
Features may not be identical to your original
product.
(9) Physically damaged units are not acceptable for
repair or exchange in or out of warranty and will be
returned as received.
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							LIMITED WARRANTY (continued)
How to Obtain Warranty Service
(1)Refer to the troubleshooting guide in your owners manual. This check list may solve your problem.
(2)Call the TACP toll free number 800-631-3811 within (30) days after you find a defective product or part.
(3)Arrange for the delivery of the product to the Authorized TACP/THI Service Station. Products shipped to
the Service Station must be insured and safely and securely packed, preferably in the original shipping
carton, and a letter explaining the defect and also a copy of the bill of sale or other proof of purchase must
be enclosed.
Toll Free
800-631-3811
In the Continental United States contact:In Hawaii contact
Toshiba Hawaii
327 Kamakee Street,
Honolulu, HA 96814
(808)-591-8377
All warranties implied by state law, including the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular
purpose, are expressly limited to the duration of the limited warranties set forth above. With the exception of any
warranties implied by state law as hereby limited, the foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other
warranties, guarantees, agreements and similar obligations of manufacturer or seller with respect to the repair
or replacement of any parts. In no event shall TACP/THI be liable for consequential or incidental damages.
No person, agent, distributor, dealer or company is authorized to change, modify or extend the terms of these
warranties in any manner whatsoever. The time within action must be commenced to enforce any obligation of
TACP/THI arising under  the warranty or under any statute, or law of the United States or any state thereof, is hereby
limited to ninety (90) days from the date you discover or should have discovered the defect. This limitation does
not apply to implied warranties arising under state law. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may
also have other rights which may vary from state to state. Some states do not allow limitation on how long an
implied warranty lasts, when an action may be brought or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above provisions may not apply to you.
ATTENTION CANADIAN CONSUMERS:
Canadian consumers are requested to complete the special Canadian “Warranty Registration Form” enclosed
and forward this completed form with a copy of bill of sale to TOSHIBA OF CANADA to “Register and Validate”
their warranty. Product must be purchased from an Authorized Canadian Dealer.
Products purchased in the U.S.A and used in Canada are not covered by these warranties.
IMPORTANT: PACKING AND SHIPPING INSTRUCTION
When you send the product to a Service Station, you should use the original carton box and packing material, then
insert the original carton box containing the unite into another carton, using more packing material.
Printed in Indonesia
  AC68-01812A
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