11Time Lapse Video Cassette RecorderSetting the Clock Example: To set the clock to April 12, 2004 at 9:30Clock Setting1 Turn the power on to all devices used.2 Press the MENU button, the initial MENU is displayed.The arrow mark ( ) is located in “VCR Mode Set”.Initial MENU3 Press the SHIFT button, the VCR MODE SET menuis displayed. The arrow mark ( ) is located in“Clock Set”.4 Press the SHIFT button, the CLOCK SET menu isdisplayed.5 Press the SET - (or +) button to set the hours (eg :09), then press the SHIFT button.10 Time Lapse Video Cassette RecorderLoadingPlace the cassette, labelside up, in the loadingslot. Gently push thecenter of the cassetteuntil it is loadedautomatically.UnloadingIn STOP mode, press the EJECT button. The cassette isautomatically ejected.EJECTREC✔• Do not insert any object inthe cassette loading slot, asthat may cause injury anddamage to the VCR.• If your hand gets stuck inthe cassette loading slot,unplug the power cord andconsult the dealer where theunit was bought. Do notforcibly pull the hand out asthat may cause severeinjuries.Video Cassettes TapesUse only video cassette tapes bearing the logo.This VCR was primarily designed for use with T-120cassette tapes. It is recommended to use T-120 VHS or T-160 VHS video cassette tapes for optimal performance.Handling Cassette TapesCassette tapes should always be stored vertically in theircases, away from high temperatures, magnetic fields,direct sunlight, dirt, dust and locations subject to moldformation.Do not tamper with the cassette mechanism.Never touch the tape with your fingers.Protect cassette tapes from shocks or strong vibrations.To Protect your recordingsAfter having recorded a tape, if you wish to keep therecording, use a flathead screwdriver to break off theerasure-prevention tab on the cassette.To record again on a tape without erasure-prevention tab,cover the hole with adhesive tape.Erasure-prevention tabTo prevent accidental erasure, remove thetab after recording.To record again, cover the hole with vinyltape.✔• If you try to record on acassette without the erasure-prevention tab, the VCR willeject the cassette.• If the TIMER button ispressed when a cassettewithout the erasure-prevention tab is loaded,the VCR will eject thecassette, the timer recordingindicator ( ) will startflashing and a buzzer willsound if “YES” is set in themenu for buzzer.✔• When the cassette isloaded, the cassetteindicator “ “ will lighton the display panel.• The counter display willswitch to the reset counter“0H 00M 00S” display onthe monitor screen. (“0H00M” on the displaypanel.)