Video Cassette Player (VCP)

VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER (VCP)

Video Cassette Player (VCP):

The VCP can playback VHS-formatted video cassettes (T-30, T-60, T-120, T-160, or T-180). The VCP does not have a recording function.

The VCP can be controlled either by the buttons on its face, or by the infrared remote control. The VCP features include:

^ Four-head stereo for high-quality playback of VHS tapes.

IMPORTANT: The entertainment system is compatible only with tapes meeting the standards of the NTSC (National Television Standards Committee), the standard used primarily in the United States. Video tapes meeting other standards such as PAL and SECAM, which are found in parts of Canada and Europe may produce video that is only black and white or distorted. Do not use these tapes.

^ Two-speed playback of Slow Play (SP) and Extended Play (EP) video cassettes.
^ Two-step forward/reverse picture search for quick location of a desired video segment.
^ Dew sensor to warn of condensation in the player mechanism.
^ The VCP operates slower than a home VCP in modes other than play to conserve power.

IMPORTANT: Removing a video tape from the VCP when it is not in use, is recommended.

When the ignition switch is in the ACCESSORY or RUN position, the VCP powers up independent of the in-dash audio system, even if a video is not playing. As with any of your vehicle's other electrical features, this use can drain the battery if the engine is not running.

Video Cassette Player (VCP) Controls And Indicators:

VIDEO CASSETTE PLAYER (VCP) CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

VCP DEW SENSOR - DEW INDICATOR
When damage-causing moisture condensation is detected within the VCP, the dew sensor circuit automatically prevents the VCP from accepting or playing tapes. When the dew sensor has been activated the DEW indicator, located on the VCP, flashes.

To prevent damaging a video tape that is in the VCP when the DEW indicator is flashing, press EJECT and remove the tape. Then, be sure the VCP is on so it can warm up and dry any accumulated moisture. When the DEW indicator stops flashing, the VCP can return to full operation.

PLAYING A VIDEO CASSETTE
1. Press the PWR button (1) to turn on the VCP.
2. Gently insert a video cassette (with the labeled side up) into the cassette compartment until it stops. Then, the VCP continues loading the tape, and the CST IN indicator (7) turns on. Prerecorded tapes automatically start playing.
3. Press the PLAY button (5) on either the face of the VCP or on the remote control.

ELECTING AND RESUMING PLAYBACK
1. Press the EJECT button (3) on the face of the VCP.
2. The tape automatically unloads, the CST IN indicator (7) turns off, and the video cassette ejects.

STOPPING AND RESUMING PLAYBACK
To stop a video cassette during playback, press the STOP button (3) on either the VCP or remote control. To resume playback, simply press the PLAY button (5).

REWINDING A VIDEO CASSETTE (W/O VIEWING)
Press the STOP button (3) on either the VCP or remote control, and press the REW (rewind) button (4) on either the VCP or remote control.

FAST-FORWARDING A VIDEO CASSETTE (W/O VIEWING)
Press the STOP button (3) on either the VCP or remote control, and press the FF (fast forward) button (6) on either the VCP or remote control.

FORWARD-AND REVERSE-SEARCH DURING PLAY
To forward-search a video while it is playing:
1. Press the FF (fast-forward) button (6) on either the VCP or the remote control.
^ Pressing the FF button provides rapid advance of the tape.
^ Pressing the FF button during video play advances the tape less rapidly.
2. When you find the desired video segment, press the PLAY button (5) on either the VCP or the remote control to resume play at normal speed.

To reverse-search a video while it is playing:
1. Press the REW (rewind) button (4) on either the VCP or the remote control.
^ Pressing the REW button provides rapid rewind of the tape.
^ Pressing the REW button during video play rewinds the tape less rapidly.
2. When you find the desired video segment, press the PLAY button (5) on either the VCP or the remote control to resume play at normal speed.

STEREO PLAYBACK
During stereo program playback, the L HI-FI R indicators (2) turn on green. Pressing the PLAY key during playback causes the VCP to enter auto-tracking mode. During the auto-tracking mode, pressing the PLAY key once more allows you to select the audio output (Stereo-L-R-Mono-Stereo).