Company: | GoldStar |
Product Type: | Video Cassette Player |
Model Number: | GVP-C125 |
Welcome to Goldstar. To fully enjoy all features and functions of this new unit, we recommend that you read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. |
To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the plug can be fully inserted without exposing any parts of the blades. |
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![]() This lightening flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. |
Do not open the cabinet. Dangerous high voltage is present, refer servicing only to qualified personnel. This video cassette player should be operated with 12V DC current only. |
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If you have just moved this unit from a cold area to a warm area, plug in the power cord, power button onand allow the unit to warm up for at least two hours. This unit's built-in dew sensor halts normal operation until the humidity inside is gone. This feature protects the video heads as well as your video tape. |
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy. Change or modifications to this equipment may cause harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the authorization to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change or modification is made.
BEJ9QKA2260 GoldStar MADE IN KOREAThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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![]() This video deck is a VHS type player. For proper operation, use only a VHS type video cassette. |
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Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. |
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NOTE:This product is a video player exclusively for playback, and recording is impossible. |
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Items packed with your VCP. Check to make sure that all accessories listed below have been included with your VCP.
75 Ohm Coaxial Cable | DC CAR Cord (1 Way) | AC Adaptor (Supplied) |
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2) | Read Instructions |
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4) | Retain Instructions |
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6) | Heed Warnings |
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8) | Follow Instructions |
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10) | Cleaning |
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12) | Attachments |
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14) | Water and Moisture |
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16) | Accessories |
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20) | Ventilation |
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22) | Power Source |
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24) | Grounding or Polarization |
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26) | Alternate Warnings |
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28) | Power-Cord Protection |
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30) | Protective Attachment Plug |
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32) | Outdoor Antenna Grounding |
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34) | Lightening |
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36) | Power lines |
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38) | Overloading |
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40) | Object and Liquid Entry |
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42) | Servicing |
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44) | Damage Requiring Service |
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46) | Safety Check |
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48) | Wall or Ceiling Mounting |
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50) | Heat |
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1 | Power Button and Indicator |
This button is used to turn the unit on and off. When this button is pushed to ON, the POWER indicator will light. |
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2 | Eject Button |
Push this button to remove the cassette. |
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3 | Stop Button |
Push this button to stop the tape. |
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4 | Auto Repeat Button |
When you want to repeat the tape playback at the end of the tape, you only have to push the auto repeat button. The auto repeat indicator will light. After auto rewinding the tape will continue playback again. Push again to return to normal mode. |
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5 | Tracking Buttons |
Use this control to minimize the noise bars at the top or bottom of the picture during playback. |
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6 | Operation Indicators |
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7 | "RW" Rewind Button |
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8 | PLAY (X2) Button |
Push this button to play back a recorded tape. Indicator will light. Push this button again during playback of tape, and a double speed playback picture of the normal speed can be seen. Push this button again to return to normal playback mode or press "STOP" button to stop tape movement. Sound is muted during the double speed playback mode. |
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9 | "FF" Fast Forward Button |
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10 | Still Button |
During playback, push this button to temporarily stop the tape. A still picture is produced. To continue normal playback, push the PLAY (X2) button. |
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11 | Cassette Loading Compartment and Door |
Load the cassette here. |
12 | DC Input Jack |
DC input jack for automobile, camper or AC adaptor 14V, 850mA system. DC CAR CORD( SHIN DO INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD.) DC CAR CORD( TAE JIN ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.) AC ADAPTOR( POONG HAN ELECTRONIC CO., LTD.) AC ADAPTOR( KOREA NITSUKO LTD.) AC ADAPTOR( SIGHT HANG ELEC. MFY.) |
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13 | VIDEO OUT CONNECTOR |
For connection to a monitor TV, video system or another VCR. (Note: This terminal is not used with an ordinary TV). |
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14 | AUDIO OUT CONNECTOR |
For connection to a monitor TV, audio system or another VCR. (Note: This terminal is not used with an ordinary TV). |
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15 | RF OUT TERMINAL |
Connect this terminal to the VHF antenna terminal on the back of the TV. Use the 75 ohm Coaxial cable supplied. If your TV set does not have a 75 ohm input jack, you will need to obtain a "75 ohm to 300 ohm" adaptor. |
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16 | ANTENNA IN TERMINAL |
Connect the signal from the VHF antenna to this terminal, if applicable. |
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17 | CHANNEL 3/4 OUTPUT SELECTOR |
Set to Channel 3 or Channel 4, whichever is not being used in your area. |
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18 | FUSE COMPARTMENT CAP |
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1) | Plug the AC adaptor power cord into AC electrical outlet. This adaptor is normal for use with an AC 120V current only. |
2) | Connect one end of the AC adaptor to the DC IN jack on the rear of the unit. |
The VCP is designed for inhome or mobile use. You can power it from standard AC adaptor, from the cigarette lighter socket in your vehicle, or a 12 Volt DC power source.
A DC CAR lighter adaptor is supplied with the video player to operate the unit with a 12 volt DC source.
1) | Plug this adaptor into either the 12 volt DC outlet or cigarette lighter socket. |
2) | Plug the small plug into the DC input jack on the VCP. |
The DC adaptor cord is to be used with the GVP-C125 only, and not to be used in conjunction with any other Appliance. |
When the unit is not in use, always disconnect it from the CAR cigarette lighter socket to avoid battery drain. |
Be sure not to leave it in a place where the temperature exceeds 70deg. C(158deg. F), or the pickup device may be damaged. Examples include:
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The VCP and its DC power cord are designed for use in vehicles that have 12-volt, negative ground electrical systems. (This is standard for most vehicles.) If your vehicle has a different type of electrical system, the DC power system can not be used. |
To prevent electrical shock and possible damage to your VCP or vehicle, always unplug the power cord from the cigarette lighter socket before your remove the plug from the VCP. |
A 3 amp. 125 or 250V fuse for protection is installed in the adaptor. |
Please disconnect DC plug from cigarette lighter socket (CAR) while engine starts, if possible. |
Please do not operate the VCP when the car battery is discharged, or the DC fuse may blow by the peak current from car generator. |
If the vehicle's supply voltage drops below approximately 10 Volts, the unit may not work properly. |
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Disconnect all TV antennas from your TV, reconnect them to the unit and connect it to the TV as shown below.
1) | Connect the antenna to the ANT IN terminal of this unit. |
2) | Connect your TV to the RF OUT terminal with the supplied coaxial connector cable. |
3) | Plug AC adaptor into the AC outlet, or in case of 12 Volt DC use, plug the DC cord into the DC input jack and the other end into the CAR cigarette lighter socket. Check that your supply voltage is the same as that given on the type plate on the rear panel. |
1) | Turn off the POWER button of the video cassette player. |
2) | Select a TV station with the TV's channel selector. |
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1) | Insert a video cassette with its label area side facing you as shown. |
2) | Push the middle of the tape slowly. |
3) | The "cassette in" indicator will appear. |
1) | Push the EJECT button. |
2) | The cassette compartment will open and the video cassette will automatically be partially ejected. |
NOTE:Do not force cassette into unit. |
NOTE:Loading and unloading of the cassette are possible only when power is connected to the unit. |
Video Cassettes can only be used with the window side up, and the arrow pointing away from you.
Do not attempt to insert a cassette which is upside down or backwards.
Use tapes with the mark in this unit.
The table below shows how to distinguish the difference in recording
times of cassette tapes among the SP mode, the LP mode, and the EP
mode.
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Please read and observe these precautions when you operate this unit.
If condensation occurs inside the unit the DEW lamp illuminates and the unit will not operate. In this event, do not attempt to play a tape, and leave the power plug connected until the unit has had sufficient time to dry (about 2 hours) and the DEW lamp goes off. As a precautionary measure, it is advisable to wait another hour to ensure that all moisture has been removed.
Condensation is likely to occur when:
NOTE:Avoid using the video unit where cold air, such as that from an air conditioner, will blow directly onto the unit. |
It is dangerous, and may cause damage if you touch the internal parts of this unit. Do not attempt to disassemble the unit. There are no user servicable parts inside.
Never bring a magnet or magnetized object near the unit because it will adversely affect its performance.
The ventilation holes prevent overheating. Do not block or cover these holes. Especially avoid soft materials such as cloth or paper covering the vents.
Wipe the unit with a clean, dry cloth. Never use cleaning fluid, or similar chemicals. Do not spreay any cleaner or wax directly on the unit or use forced air to remove dust.
Video Cassettes and their tapes are made with high precision. Be sure to observe the following points:
NOTE:Don't insert and eject the video cassette over and over again, because this may result in tape looseness or scratches on the tape. |
NOTE:Never try to disassemble the cassette or splice the tape. |
NOTE:Don't open the cassette, touch the tape, or put anything inside the cassette. |
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1) | Turn on the video cassette player and TV. |
2) | Set the TV to the video channel 3 (or 4). |
1) | Push the POWER button to ON, or insert a cassette tape. The POWER indicator will light. Check to make sure that a cassette tape is not already loaded before inserting the video cassette tape. When a cassette is inserted, power is turned on and playback will start automatically. |
2) | Push the PLAY (X2) button to playback the cassette tape. |
3) | After viewing recording, push the STOP button to stop playback. |
4) | Push the EJECT button to remove the cassette. |
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The video channel is channel 3 or 4, whichever is not being used in your area. To view the playback of a recorded tape, the TV receiver must be set to channel 3 or 4 (video channel). If the picture is not clear, adjust the fine tune knob on TV for best picture. |
1) | Turn PLAYER POWER OFF |
2) | Select a desired channel on TV. (Details are on page 9.) |
These special effects are available during playback; during their operation the audio is muted.
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TO DUPLICATE A VIDEO TAPE THIS VIDEO PLAYER AND A VCR SHOULD BE CONNECTED AS SHOWN BELOW.
After the cables are connected as instructed, turn on both the VCP and VCR, and press the PLAY (X2) button on the VCP and simultaneously set at recording mode on the VCR. To monitor the dubbing, turn on the TV set.
The VHF/RF cable should be a coaxial cable 75 ohm impedance.
The Audio/Video cable should be a regular shielded cable with RCA plugs
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Check the following points once again.
No power... Check that the Power Plug is completely connected to its source Check that the POWER button is pushed ON. Check the fuse (rear of the unit). Video cassette can't be inserted... Check that the power is completely connected to its source. Insert the cassette with the window side up and the safety tab facing you. Check the DEW indicator. Troubleshoot using the "No power..." checklist. No operation starts, when operation buttons are pushed... Check the DEW indicator. If it is displayed, the unit will not operate. There is no playback picture, or the playback picure is noisy or contains streaks... Select the same channel on your TV as that of the RF Converter Channel Selector (Channel 3 or 4) on the unit. Check that the channel 3 or 4 of your TV were properly adjusted. Adjust TRACKING (▼/▲) control button. If the top of your playback picture waves back and forth excessively... Locate the horizontal hold control on your TV. Turn it slowly to correct the wavy picture. You can't view broadcasts normally on the TV. Check that the POWER button is set to OFF. Video cassette tape inserted incorrectly. Wait a few seconds. Tape should eject itself. If the POWER LED flashes on and off, push the POWER button again. If it is not operated normally in spite of repeating the check above, please contact your lcoal VCR service center.Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
The unit's fuse protects it from short circuits and DC power surges. If the unit stops working and the POWER indicator is not on, replace the fuse. Use a fuse rated at 2 amps and at least 125 volts.
For continued protection against a risk of fire hazard, replace only with same type fuse. Labelling on the fuse shows its type. |
To avoid a shock hazard, press POWER so that the button is off and unplug the unit's power cord before you replace the fuse. |
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Television systemEIA standard (525 lines, 60 fields).
NTSC color signal.
Power input33.35mm/sec (SP)
16.67mm/sec (LP)
11.12mm/sec (EP)
Tape width1/2" (12.7mm high density tape VHS)
Maximum playback time160 minutes (T-160) (SP)
320 minutes (T-160) (LP)
480 minutes (T-160) (EP)
Wind/rewind timeLess than 4.5 min with T-120 tape
Operating temperature5deg. C-35deg. C
Operating humidity35%-80%
Dimensions (W x H x D)270 x 84 x 275mm (10.6"x3.3"x10.8")
Weight3.3Kg. approx. (7.3 lbs)
AntennaVHR 75 ohm external antenna terminal
RF modulatorChannel 3 or 4 switchable
Output levelVIDEO OUT jack (RCA)
1.0Vp-p, 75 ohm unbalanced
Horizontal resolutionMore than 220 lines (at SP mode)
Signal to noise ratioMore than 43dB (at SP mode)
Output levelAUDIO OUT jack (RCA) -8dBm
Signal to noise ratioMore than 42dB (at SP mode)
Audio frequency response200Hz-7kHz (at SP mode)
NOTE:Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice. |
NOTE:Weight and dimensions shown are approximate. |
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LG Electronics U.S.A. Inc. will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase. This warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product during the warranty period as long as it is in the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii and U.S. Territories.
GVP-C125 90 days 1 year Carry-InNo other express warranty is applicable to this product. THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN. GOLDSATR SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF THE USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES, DIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL, ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF, OR INABILITY TO USE, THIS PRODUCT OR FOR ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY, INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To damages or problems which result from delivery or improper installation. To damages or problems which result from misuse, abuse, accident, alteration, or incorrect electrical current or voltage. To service calls, which do not involve defective workmanship or material, such as head cleaning and explaining operations and therefore this cost is paid by the consumer. Retain your Bill of Sale to prove date of purchase. A copy of your Bill of Sale must be surrendered at the time warranty service is proved. It is helpful to complete at least your name, address, phone, model & serial numbers and return it. This will enable Goldstar to assist you in the future should you lose your Bill of Sale, your unit is stolen, or should special modifications be necessary. Call 800-243-0000 24 hrs. a day, 7 days a week. Please have your product type (TV, VCR) and zip code available. Call 1-800-222-6457 Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm CST. Push menu code for Customer Service.