9. Ventilation-Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation to ensure Player and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the Video Cassette Player on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. The Video Cassette Player should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This video product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a book case or rack unless proper ventilation is provided. 10. Power Sources-The Video Cassette Player should be operated only from the type of power source label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or For video products intended to operate from battery power or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. Model Number: For your protection, record the model and serial numbers of your video cassette player here. In the event your player requires Serial Number: servicing or is stolen, you may need this information. You may also Date Purchased: wish to clip or staple your sales receipt to this page. Store’s Name and Address: 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS MOISTURE CONDENSATION In the normal temperature, if you pour a cold liquid into a glass, water vapor in the air will condense on the surface of the glass. This is moisture condensation. The moisture condensation may occur inside of VCPs, if used in this condition, it will cause damage to the head and the tape. When does the moisture condensation occur inside of the VCP? When moving the VCP from a cold place to heated place. Or the temperature of surroundings goes up due to room heating switched on. Or moving the VCP suddenly from air conditioned room to a place of high temperature of humidity in summer may cause the dew indicator to light up. Do not use in this condition. When the moisture condensation occurs inside of the VCP, NEVER insert the cassette into the cassette compartment. Remove the cassette, if loaded, by pressing the STOP/EJECT key. Only operate the VCP after the moisture condensation has completely dried out. Normally, it takes about 2 hours. 4 SERVICE – If the set has been subjected to excessive shock by being dropped, or the cabinet has been damaged. – If the set does not operate normally when following the operating instructions, adjust only those controls that are specified in the operating instructions. Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the set to normal operation. – When the set exhibits a distinct change in performance, this indicates a need for service. Servicing–Do not attempt to service the set yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Replacement of parts–When replacement of parts is required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. Safety Check–Upon completion of any service or repairs to the set, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks (as specified by the manufacturer) to determine that the set is in safe operating condition. SERVICE DEPT ALL SETS RECEIVE OUR OK SAFETY CHECK. 5 VIDEO HEAD CLEANING VIDEO HEAD CLOGGING The video heads enable the VCP to read video information In the unlikely event that the heads become clogged This can easily be determined if, during playback of a known good tape, there is good sound, cassette player checked by qualified service personnel. VIDEO HEAD CLEANING NOTES During normal operation of the VCP, the video and audio heads can accumulate dirt over a period an old or poor quality tape. When the heads are dirty, the picture can get snowy and the tracking If this condition occurs, head cleaning cartridges may take care of the problem and restore normal picture. cleaning cartridges be used sparingly since they are very abrasive and can damage the video heads If the problem is not resolved with the head cleaning cartridge then the unit needs to be checked by a qualified NOTE: Video heads may eventually wear out and should be replaced when they fail to reproduce clear pictures. To help prevent video head clogging, use only good quality VHS tapes. Discard worn out tapes. Do not leave tapes on the floor of the vehicle. Store tapes not being used in their cases. Do not leave video tapes inside a hot vehicle. 6 FEATURES CONGRATULATIONS on your purchase of the This unit is designed to satisfy all your VHS tape playback needs and with proper The features of the Model AVP-7280 Video Cassette Player include: • DIGITAL AUTO TRACKING This VCP plays clear pictures without special operations. In the Auto Tracking Mode, the PLAY indicator blinks. • SELF PICTURE ADJUSTMENT Since HEAD DRUM rotation contin...