Optimus Model 59 VCR
(160-0629)                 Dubbing                    Faxback Doc. # 33478

DUBBING (COPYING) A TAPE

The process of recording from one audio/video device to another is called
dubbing.

An audio/video device where a signal originates is called the dubbing
source.  You can use another VCR, camcorder, satellite receiver, or other
device with A/V outputs as the dubbing source, connect the dubbing source
and the VCR, then use your VCR to record the signal from the dubbing
source.

NOTE:  Always use video-quality shielded cables with phono-type connectors
       to connect a dubbing source to the VCR.  Do not use standard audio
       patch cords.

Connections for Dubbing

You can connect the video and audio outputs of a dubbing source to the AV1 AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks on the rear of the VCR or the AV2 AUDIO/VIDEO IN
jacks on the front of the VCR.

NOTE:  (Model 59 only) If the dubbing source is mono, use a Y-adapter
       (such as Cat. No. 42-2435, not supplied) to connect the source's
       audio output jack to both AUDIO IN jacks on the front or rear of
       the Model 59.

Dubbing a tape

NOTE:  For the best results while dubbing, hold the remote control close
       to the VCR's infrared window when you press a button.  Otherwise,
       the remote control might affect the dubbing source's operation.

1.  Turn on the TV and set it to the same channel as the VCR's OUTPUT
    CHANNEL switch (3 or 4).

2.  Insert a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the
    VCR.  The VCR turns on, and the stop indicator <<||>> appears on the
    VCR's display.

3.  Press TV/VCR until VCR appears on the VCR's display.

4.  Repeatedly press INPUT on the remote control until the jacks you used
    to connect the dubbing source to the VCR (AV1 or AV2) appear on the
    VCR's display.

5.  Repeatedly press TAPE SPEED on the remote control until the desired
    recording speed (SP or EP) appears.

6.  Press REC to begin recording.

7.  Start the dubbing source.

8.  Press STOP to stop recording on the VCR before it automatically stops
    at the end of the tape.  Then stop the dubbing source.

AUDIO-ONLY RECORDING (MODEL 59 ONLY)

Because of the superior quality of VHS Hi-Fi audio recordings, you might
want to use your Model 59 as an audio-only recorder.  You can also make
live recordings by connecting a pre-amplifier or mixer to the Model 59's
AUDIO IN jacks.

CAUTION:  Do not connect a microphone directly to the Model 59.

NOTE:  For the best audio fidelity, we recommend you use a high-quality
       video tape (such as Cat. No. 44-410) to make audio-only recordings.

1.  Connect the audio outputs of the dubbing source to the Model 59's
    front or rear AUDIO IN jacks.

2.  Prepare the dubbing source.

3.  Insert a blank cassette, or one that you want to record over, into the
    Model 59.  The Model 59 turns on, and the stop indicator (<<||>>)
    appears on the Model 59's display.

    NOTE:  For an audio-only recording, make sure nothing is connected to
           the Model 59's VIDEO IN jack.

4.  Repeatedly press INPUT on the remote control until the jacks you used
    to connect the audio source to the Model 59 (AV1 or AV2) appear on the
    Model 59's display.

5.  Press TAPE SPEED on the remote control until the desired recording
    speed (SP or EP) appears.

6.  Press REC to begin recording.

7.  Start the dubbing source.

To play back the audio-only recording, play the video tape and set its
sound (see "Viewing a Video Tape" on Faxback Doc. # 31882).


(IR-06/19/96)