Hitachi VT-F370A - Manual (Page 28)

Getting Started (Initial Setup)
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Getting Started (Initial Setup cont.) pg. 24
Caution After a Power Failure
If a power failure lasting for more than 5 seconds occurs, reset the clock and perform the "AUTO
CHANNEL SETTING" found in the "INITIAL SET-UP" menu.
Choosing a Mode for Audio Playback
Choose between hi-fi and linear modes, depending on your needs.
HIFI is the preferred setting because it works for all tapes whether they were recorded in hi-fi or linear
modes. If the audio sounds distorted or unusual or there is no audio, try the LINEAR option.
When you set the option to HIFI, hi-fi tapes will play in high fidelity, and non-hi-fi tapes will play in linear
mode.
Stereo vs. Mono Sound
When you select the STEREO option, your VCR records in stereo any station that broadcasts stereo
sound. When a TV channel broadcasts in stereo, you'll see a stereo indicator on the TV screen.
STEREO is the normal factory setting because it works for both stereo and mono broadcasts. It is also
necessary for recording a second audio program (SAP).
When you select MONO, sound is recorded as mono even when a channel broadcasts in stereo.
Use the MONO setting when the stereo signal is not strong enough for quality reception (for example,
when there is signal drift or noise).
Hi-Fi Sound
Choose between hi-fi and linear modes, depending on your needs.
Hi-Fi sound is the same quality as that of a compact disc player. Its dynamic range of over 90dB will
record either stereo or monaural broadcasts with the highest quality possible. Linear sound, on the other
hand, will record monaural sound using the same format as a non hi-fi VCR. Stereo programs are
recorded in hi-fi on both the left and right channels and also recorded on the linear track as monaural.