Transcript
video cassette user's
recorder
guide
VR636HF
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This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or
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This symbol instructions indicates important accompanying the product,
personal injury.
Caution:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, match
wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention:
Pour eviter les chocs electriques,
introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante Refer to the identification/rating
equipment
au fond.
label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating FCC Regulations
de la prise et pousserjusqo
voltage,
state that unauthorized
may void the user's authority
changes or modifications to operate
to this
it.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines and, in particular, grounding
for proper grounding
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected
system of the building
to the
as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
Product Registration Please fill out the product registration Returning
card and return
it immediately.
this card allows us to contact you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty proof of purchase. Attach
parts and service and for
it here and record the serial and model
numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product. ModelNo.
VR636HF
Serial No. Purchase Date: Dealer/Address/Phone:
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.
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First Things First ..............................................................
3
Setting
7
up the VCR .........................................................
Using the QuickSet Guide ................................................................. 8 Using the Menu to Set Up features .................................................. 8 Language .......................................................................................... 8 Digital Satellite
System Setup ...................................................... 9
Cable Box Setup .......................................................................... 11 VCR Channels List ....................................................................... 13 To Auto Channel Search ...................................................... 13 To Change the Signal Type ................................................... 14 To Add or Remove Channels ............................................. 14 Time and Date .............................................................................. Auto
Clock
15
Set Feature ....................................................... 15
Set theTime
Zone ................................................................
15
Set Daylight
Saving ................................................................
16
Set theTime and Date Manually ........................................ 17 VCR Plus+ Channels ................................................................... 18 Additional
SET-UP Features in the PREFERENCES
Remote
VCR1/VCR2
Option
menu ......... 20
................................................... 20
Auto Play ........................................................................................ Auto TV/VCR ................................................................................
21 21
EnergySaver ................................................................................... Front Panel (VCR Display) .........................................................
22 22
Preferred
22
Tape Speed ..................................................................
VCR Basics .....................................................................
23
Remote
..................................................................................
24
Component Buttons ................................................................... VCR Function Buttons ................................................................ TV Function Buttons ...................................................................
24 24 25
Playing aTape ....................................................................................... Automatic Rewind ..............................................................................
26 27
Tape Eject ............................................................................................. Recording .............................................................................................
27 27
Buttons
Check the Safety Tab ...................................................................
27
Recording ...................................................................... 29 Recording features ............................................................................. 30 Express Recording (XPR) .......................................................... 30 Timer Recording .......................................................................... 31 Timer Recording withVCR Plus+ ............................................ 32 Setting Up the Channel List ................................................ 32 UsingVCR Plus+ .................................................................... 32 Stopping a Timer Recording ...................................................... 34 Reviewing and Clearing
Programs ........................................... 34
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program) ............................................................
34
RecordingAudio Only ................................................................ 35 PlayingBackAudio Only...................................................... 35 UsingTwoVCRsfor CopyingandEditingTapes.................... 36 Programming the Remote ............................................ 37 About Programming the Remote ................................................... 38 Programming the Remote to Control a TV .......................... 38 Operate the TV ............................................................................ TV Codes .............................................................................................
38 39
Other
41
Features
..............................................................
Picture Search Options ..................................................................... 42 Forward and Reverse Search .................................................... 42 Slow Motion .................................................................................. 42 Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) ...................................... 42 Frame Advance ............................................................................. 43 Index Search .................................................................................. 43 Go-To
Search ................................................................................
44
Tracking ................................................................................................. 44 Pro-Tect Plus TM Locking Feature .................................................... 45 Time Counter ...................................................................................... 45 On-Screen
Displays ............................................................................
46
Audio Set-Up Features ...................................................................... Reception .......................................................................................
46 47
Tape Playback ................................................................................
47
Connections
..................................................................
Things to Know Before
Connecting
Components
49 ..................... 49
Connecting Your VCR ........................................................................ Jacks and Cables ...........................................................................
50 50
Choosing a VCR Connection .......................................................... 51 Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections ......................... 51 Don't Forget about the Auto TV/VCR Feature ............................ 51 TV with RF Jack only ......................................................................... TV with Audio/Video Jacks ...............................................................
TV with Audio/Video to Unscramble
52 53
Jacks and Cable Box
Pay Channels
Only ................................................. 54
TV with RF Jack and Digital Satellite Receiver ............................. 55 TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Digital Satellite Receiver ......... 56 Appendix: Reference .................................................... Front Panel ...........................................................................................
57 58
Display Panel ........................................................................................ Back Panel ............................................................................................
59
Troubleshooting Tips .......................................................................... Limited Warranty Specifications
................................................................................
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Cleaning the VCR ................................................................................ Index ......................................................................................................
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STEP 1: UNPACK The following
WHAT'S
IN THE BOX
items come packed in the box:
VCR Remote control RF coaxial cable
STEP 2: INSTALL REMOTE
BATTERIES
CONTROL
Follow these steps whenever batteries 1. 2.
you need to install or change the
in your VOR remote.
Remove the cover of the battery compartment. Place the batteries
in the remote,
of each battery to the diagram 3.
IN THE
matching
the + and - ends
inside the compartment.
Replace the coven
CABLE, CABLE
STEP 3: CONNECT
YOUR
BOXr
ORT_ANTENNA
VCR
If you connect your VCR to your home antenna
or cable system
and then to your TV, use the VCR's ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks for a
VCR
good signal as shown.
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If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the jacks for a better connection. Refer to the Connections section, toward the back of the manual.
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STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCR Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely,
STEP 5: TUNE
THE TV
Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV's video input. If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors with RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH. 4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4 -- the channel you want to use on your TV. If you connect your VCR using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks with audioNideo
cables, select the TV's video input to see the
signal. See the TV Owner's Manual.
STEP 6: TURN
ON THE VCR
The first time you connect your VCR and turn it on, a menu screen appears. This is the beginning
of the QuickSet Guide
which helps you to set up specific features of the VCR. If you choose not to use this Guide, you can set up each feature individually. Go to the next step to understand change
items in the menu
how to move through
and
system.
STEP 7: ACCESS THE MENUS The MENU and number
buttons
let you access, select and change
VCR Viewing
Channel
menu items. For example, to change the Auto Play setting, you would
do the following:
When using the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks to connect your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4. When using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks tc connect your VCR, tune your TV to the TV's video input.
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1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR
2.
I
VCR
2 3
Timer Time
4
Channels
5 6
Setup Preferences
7
Audio
8 0
Language Exit
MENU
Recordings
Press 6 to display the PREFERENCESmenu. PREFERENCES I Remote Control: 2 Auto Play: 3 Auto TV/VCR:
VCR1 ON ON
4 EnergySaver: 5 Front Panel: 6 Tape Speed:
2:00 AUTO SLP
0
3.
MAIN
Plus+
Exit
Press 2 to switch Auto Play to ON or OFF. 1
Remote
PREFERENCES Control:
2 Auto PJay: 3 Auto TV/VCR: 4 EnergySaver 5 Front Panel: 6 Tape Speed:
0
:
VCR1 OFF ON 2:00 AUTO SLP
Exit
See Additional
Set-Up Featuresfor
detailed
information
about the Auto Play feature.
STEP 8: SET UP THE VCR Once you understand
how to move around through
go to the next section to set up your VCR.
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the menus,
ON-SCREEN SET-UP Below
GUIDE
AND
ADDITIONAL
FEATURES
is a list of set-up
to set up before first time,
features
that
you begin using your VCR
*
Using
QuickSet
*
Select
a Language
*
Set up for a Digital
*
Set up for a Cable
*
Set upVCR
for the
2
SETTING
UP THE VCR
V
Guide
Satellite
System
V
Box
Channel
V
you may want
List (AUTO
CHANNEL
SEARCH) SetTime
Zone
Set theTime Set upVCR Set the
and Daylight and Date
(Auto
Clock)
V
Manually
Plus+ Channels VCRIlVCR2
Remote
Set the Auto
Savings
feature
V
Play feature
Set the Auto TV/VCR Set the
EnergySaver
Set the
Front
Set the
Preferred
Panel
V
feature feature feature
Tape Speed
feature
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USING
THE QUICKSET
GUIDE
The QuickSet Guide is an automated procedure that helps you set up your VCR. The first time you turn on your VCR, the first screen of the Guide appears.
Select a Seleooione Choisissez 1 2 3
language. un idioma. une langue
English Espanol Fran#ais
Just follow
the step-by-step
procedures until setup is complete.
Some of the feature options may not apply to your VCR configuration. If the menu does not appear: Make sure TV is tuned to the same channel as the 3 CH.4 switch or TV's video line input. Make sure VCR indicator connected
is on in the VCR display if you
your VCR using the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks.
Check your connections. If you choose to set up the VCR options individually, the next section.
then go to
If you ever need to manually enter setup. 1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2.
Press 5 to display the Setup menu.
USING
THE MENU
TO SET UP FEATURES
You can set up features by using the menu system. Each feature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained
in this section
as well as a few others you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR.
LANGUAGE Select your preferred language, appear in that language.
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and the on-screen displays will
Not all the VCR screens are shown in this On-Screen Menus 1 manual when explaining the features.
1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR
2.
1
MCR
2 3
Timer Time
4
Channels
5 6
Setup Preferences
•
Audio
8 O
Language Exit
MAIN
MENU
Plus+ Recordings
Press 8 to select the LANGUAGE menu. LANGUAGE Select
a
language
1>English 2 Espa_ol 3 Fran_ais Press
3.
MENU
to
continue
Select English, Espahol (Spanish), or Franqais (French).
DIGITAL
SATELLITE
SYSTEM
SETUP
With this setup, the VCR turns on an RCA, ProScan, or GE satellite receiver and tunes it to the desired channel at the start time of a timer recording.
For other brands, the VCR tunes the receiver to
the desired channel only if the receiver is turned on. Position the satellite receiver above the VCR as shown in the Connections section. 1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 O
2.
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit
Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu. CHANNELS 1 2 3 4 5 6
Auto Channel Search Add/Remove Channels Signal Type: CABLE VCR Plus+ Channel List Cable Box Setup DSS Setup
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Exit
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3.
Press 6 to select DSS SETUR DSS
SETUP
On what channel does the VCR receive signals from the DSS receiver?
Enter Press
4.
O1-125 or INPUT MENU to cancel
Enter the output
channel of your satellite receiver, usually 03,
04, or video line input and press MENU. The VCR confirms that it receives all DSSsignals on the specified channel. DSS The
VCR
receive from on
5.
will
now
all
signals DSS receiver
the
channel
Press
SETUP
03
MENU
continue
to
Press MENU and enter the code for your Digital Satellite Receiver from the Satellite Receiver Code List. DSS Enter
DSS list
the
SETUP code
receiver in
for
from
your
your
the
User's
Manual
Press
6.
MENU
cancel
to
Turn on your satellite
receiver and tune it to channel 100 and
then press MENU. Follow the on-screen directions. DSS
Please turn DSS Receiver it to channel
SETUP
on your and tune 1OO.
Satellite
Receiver Codes
GE ................................................................ 00 Panasonic .................................................. 01 Press
MENU
to
ProScan ..................................................... 00
continue
RCA ............................................................. 00 Once you have completed DSS Setup is completed
the setup, the VCR confirms the
or canceled.
Toshiba ....................................................... 02 Sony ............................................................. 03
ThisVCR may not control all models of the brands that are shown.
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CABLE BOX SETUP This setup applies only when all channels are received through the cable box. There are two steps: The first sets up the VCR for the output channel of the cable box signal. The second sets up the VCR for a remote-controllable
cable
box so the VCR can control the cable box by changing channels for timer or VCR Plus+ recordings. Position the remote-controllable cable box above the VCR as shown in the Connections section. 1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
1 2 3 4 5 B 7 8 0
2.
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit
Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. CHANNELS 1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List 5 Cable Box 6 DSS Setup O
3,
Setup
Exit
Press 5 to display CABLE BOX SETUP.Then select one of the three choices, CABLE Do box
you to
channels channels?
BOX
SETUP
use your receive
cable ALL
or
only
SOME
Cable Box Setup
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ALL
channels
2
0nly
SOME
3
Cancel
setup
channeIs
ALL CHANNELS: enter two numbers for output channel of your cable box or press INPUT. ONLY SOME CHANNELS: if you only use the cable box to tune premium channels. CANCEL SETUP: select to cancel.
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4.
If you selected ALL CHANNELS, enter the output
channel of
Cable
your cable box, usually 03, 04, or video line input and
ABC ....................................................... 22,46 Anvision ............................................... 07,08
press MENU. CABLE BOX SETUP On what channel does the VCR receive signals from the cable box? (usually 3, 4, or Video)
CABLE
BOX
SETUP
Cablestar
CLEAR to correct MENU to continue
........................................... 07, 08
The VCN will now receive all signals from the cable box on channel 04.
Eagle ........................................................... 08 Eastern International ......................... 02
Press
Hamlin .................................. 12, 13, 34, 48
General Instrument .................... 04, 05, 15, 23, 24, 25, 30, 36, 46
04 Press Press
Box Codes
MENU
to
continue
Hitachi ......................................... 37, 43, 46 Once you complete
the setup, the VCR confirms that the VCR
will now receive all signals on the designated 5.
channel.
Press MENU and select whether your cable box is remote controllable. CABLE Can
your
BOX
SETUP
cable
operated control?
box
with
a
Jerrold ........................... 04, 05,15, 23, 24, 25, 30, 36, 45, 46, 47 Macom ................................................ 37, 43 Magnavox ............................ 07, 08, 19, 21, 26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 40, 41 NSC ............................................................. 09 Oak ................................................ 01, 16, 38
be
remote
Oak Sigma ............................................... 16 Panasonic .................................... 03, 27, 39 Philips ................................... 07, 08, 19, 21, 26, 28,29,32,33,40,41
1 Yes 2 No
Pioneer ........................................ 18, 20, 44 6.
If your cable box is remote-controllable, to channel 2. Press MENU to continue.
turn it on and tune it
Randtek .............................................. 07, 08 RCA ............................................................ 27 Regal .................................................... 12, 13
CABLE
Please Cable it
BOX
turn Box
to
on and
channel
SETUP
Regency .............................................. 02, 33
your tune
Samsung .................................................... 44 Scientific Atlanta ..................... 03, 22, 35
2.
Signature .................................................. 46
Press
7.
MENU
LO
Sprucer ...................................................... 27 Starcom ..................................................... 46
continue
Enter the code for your cable code list.
box from the cable
box
Sylvania ...................................................... 11 Teknika ....................................................... 06 Texscan ............................................... 10, 11 Tocom ................................... 17, 21, 49, 50
CABLE
BOX
SETUP
the box
code from
for the
Enter cable list
Manua
in
your
User's
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Unika ............................................ 31, 32, 41 your
Viewstar .............................. 07, 08, 19, 21, 26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 40, 41 Warner Amex ........................................ 44 Zenith .................................................. 14, 42
Press
MENU
to
cancel
I of ThisVCR the brands maythat not are control shown. all models
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8.
Select one of the choices and follow the on-screen instructions. CABLE Did tune
1 2 3
the to
Yes, No, No,
BOX
SETUP
cable channel
box 9?
setup is complete try again cancel setup
Once you have completed
the setup, the VCR confirms the
CABLE BOX SETUP is completed
VCR CHANNELS
or canceled.
LIST
If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary. Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory. Even though
your VOR may come with a list, it's possible that you
may want to add or eliminate whether
some channels depending
on
they are active.
To Auto Channel Search 1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 VCR 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 O
2.
VCR MAIN Plus+
MENU
Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit
Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. CHANNELS 1 2 3 4
Auto Channel Search Add/Remove Channels Signal Type: CABLE VCR Plus+ Channel List
5 6
Cable Box DSS Setup
Setup
O Exit
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3.
Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu. AUTO
CHANNEL
What type of are you using? 1 Cable 2 Antenna
SEARCH signal
TV
3>Detect
Automatically
O CanceI
4.
Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options. Choices one and two are self-explanatory. Detect Automatically,
which signal system you have attached
AUTO
Now
Press
CHANNEL
scanning
any
detects
to your VCR.
SEARCH
channeI
key
If you choose
the VCR automatically
to
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cancel
The VCR begins scanning for the available channels--this takes about one to two minutes. The lowest channel is tuned once the search is complete.
Now pressing CHAN
up or down should only select the active channels.
To Change the Signal Type
Auto Channel
Search
1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2.
Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu,
to place all available channels in
3.
Press 3 to change the Signal Type between CABLE and ANTENNA,
memory.
Use the Auto Channel Search feature
If you ever change cable or antenna signals, you may need to Auto Channel Search again.
To Add or Remove Channels i
You may want to add or remove channels after you Auto Channel Search, especially if some of the channels have weak signals or you don't want to watch them.
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1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2.
Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
Detect Automatically A strong cable or antenna signal in your area may cause Auto Detect to mis-detect. If this should happen, select 1 or 2 for the system you have.
3.
Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Use CHAN up or down or number buttons to remove or add. ADD/REMOVE
Channel is
CHANNELS
115
presently
Press Press
TIME
ADDED
CLEAR to remove MENU to exit
AND
to go to the channels you want
ADD/REMOVE
CHANNELS
Channel 115 is presently
REMOVED
Press Press
INFO MENU
to to
add exit
DATE
The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date, The Auto Clock feature which enables the VCR to update the clock each time you turn off the VCR. The Auto Clock feature advantageous
is
because it updates the time for you automatically.
The second way is entering
the time and date manually
into the
menu system.
Selecting
AUTO
The CHANNEL up and down buttons access those channels active in your VCR channel list.
CLOCK SET FEATURE
The Auto Clock feature
is set to ON at the factory. In the ON
setting, the VCR looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information Coordinated required,
and updates the clock using the
Channels
You can still access channels not in the channel list by using the number buttons on the remote.
Universal Time. There are certain steps that are
such as Auto Channel Search, setting the Time Zone,
and setting the Daylight feature works.
Savings feature,
before the Auto Clock
Auto Clock Info With a cable box, the VCR will not
Set the Time 1.
Zone
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
reset the clock after a power outage unless the cable box is set to the channel carrying the broadcast signal. If AUTO CLOCK SET is unsuccessful,
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio
8 O
Language Exit
try tuning the VCR (or cable box) to a channel carrying the XDS information (usually PBS), then turn the VCR off. If the time does not set within 10 minutes, set the time and date manually through the menu items. Check local cable system or TV stations for availability of channels with XDS.
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2.
Press 3 to display TIME menu.
1 2 3 4
TIME Time and Date Clock Set: ON Time Zone Daylight Savings
Set Auto Set Set
XDS Time found on O
3.
Data was channel 20.
Exit
Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen. SET
TIME
ZONE
What is your Time Zone? 1 Eastern 2 Central 3 Mountain 4 Pacific 5 Alaska 6 Hawaii 7_Automatic Press MENU to continue
4.
Select your time zone. If you select Automatic
for your time zone, the VCR sets the
clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time information it finds. If the time is not correct, select another time zone or set the time and date through
Set Daylight
the menu system.
Savings
1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2.
Press 3 to display the TIME menu.
3.
Press 4 to display the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu.
Spring SET D0es
DAYLIGHT your
area
Daylight from I 2
Svaings April
Yes. No
DST
4,
MENU
Time
to
October?
is
observed
to
continue
Because the clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM (forward one hour), remember to include the extra hour for timer recording falling frame.
Select one of the options. DST is the acronym for Daylight
Savings Time.
If you choose AUTOMATIC, the VCR sets the clock using the DST information
Fall backward
In the Spring, daylight-saving time begins on the first Sunday in April.
0bserwe
3PAutomatic Press
forward;
SAVINGS
broadcast
in the signal (channel).
within this time
In the Autumn, daylight-saving time ends on the last Sunday in October. The VCR clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM (back one hour). Therefore, it can affect your recording length.
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SET THE
TIME
AND
DATE
MANUALLY
If the AUTO CLOCK SET was unsuccessful, set the clock through the menu option. The AUTO CLOCK SET feature is set to OFF automatically 1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 O
2.
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit
Press 3 to display the TIME menu.
1 Set 2 Auto 3 Set
TIME Time and Date Clock Set: ON Time Zone
4 Set
Daylight
XDS not O
3.
Time found.
Savings
Data
was
Exit
Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu. SET
TIME
Time
--:-(hh:mm)
Date
--/--/--
Press
4.
when you set the clock this way.
AND
MENU
to
DATE
canceI
Enter the data using the number buttons. single-digit SET
numbers and follow
TIME
Time
12:34
Date
11/18/98
Press
CLEAR
Press
MEND
AND
Press 0 before
the on-screen directions.
DATE
PM
Wednesday
to
to
correct
set
Pressing INFO on the remote displays the time and date on the screen.
Time/Date
Display
!
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VCR PLUS+ CHANNELS Using VCR Plus+ can make programming
timer recordings for
cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time right now to set up a channel list, A worksheet
Two-DigitVCR Numbers
Plus+ Channel for CableTV
(USA
and abbreviated
codes for typical cable services in the U.S. and Canada are
35
American
provided.
39
Arts
57
Black
54
Bravo
42
Cable
45
Cinemax
98
Cinemax
37
The
Discovery
53
The
Disney
63
Enter rain ment
1.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 O
2.
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit
Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. CHANNELS
3.
1 2 3 4 5 6
Auto Channel Search Add/Remove Channels Signal Type: CABLE VCR Plus+ Channel List Cable Box Setup DSS Setup
0
Exit
Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen.
VCR+
Use
Channel 5 4 3 > 2 1 CH+/
Press Press
O g MENU
My
->
to
Channel
->
select
to change to save
List)
Movie
Classics
&-Entertainment Entertainment
News
Network
2 Channel
Channel
Sports
Television
34
ESPN
47
The
33
Home
Box Office
95
Home
Box Office
2
96
Home
Box Office
3
51
The
Family
Network Channel
Learning
Channel
46
Lifetime
58
The Movie
48
Music Television
49
The
38
Nickelodeon
Channel
Nashville
Network
64
Nostalgia
99
QualityValue
Television
41 97
Showtime Showtime 2
59
52 44 62 93 94
Sports Channel Turner Network Television USA-Network Video Hits 1 Viewer's Choice 1 Viewer's Choice 2
55 43 60
WGN Chicago WTBS Atlanta WWOR-NewYork
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the on-screen directions
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Screen is for an example
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Refer to your local television
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cable company, Using the list may save you some time.
Use CH+/ to select Press 0-9 to change Press MENU to save
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List
using your
only.
]
VCR PLUS+ WORKSHEET Broadcast or Cable-TV Station Name
VCR Plus+ Channel Number s*
HBO
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ESPN
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Channel Number You Receive the Station On*
Two-DigitVCR Numbers
Plus+ Channel for CableTV
(Canadian 67
Allarcom
List)
PayTelevision/
Superchannel 44
Arts
72
Cable
& Entertainment News Network-Headline
News 61
Cable
News Network
70
Canadian
56
Canal
69
Cathay
68
Chinavision
60
Country
63
Family
62
First Choice
96
First Choice
Two
97
First Choice
Three
99
First Choice
Four
90
House
91
La Chaine
51
The Learning
65
MeteoMedia/TheWeather
48
MuchMusic
55
MusiquePlus
52
Nashville
73
Newsworld/CBC
53
Le Reseau
des Sports
43
The Sports
Network
64
Super
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37
Super
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98
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66
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ADDITIONAL
SET-UP FEATURES
PREFERENCES
MENU
The features in this section are all accessed through PREFERENCESmenu. 1.
the
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 VCR 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0
2.
IN THE
VCR MAIN Plus+
MENU
Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit
Press 6 to display the PREFERENCESmenu. PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control: 2 Auto Play: 3 Auto TV/VCR:
VCR1 ON ON
4 EnergySaver: 5 Front Panel: 6 Tape Speed:
2:00 AUTO SLP
0
Exit
Now you
are ready to select
REMOTE
VCRI/VCR2
If you own a compatible
an item from
the menu
to set up.
OPTION RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that has a
VCR2, VCR2°LD, or VCR2.DVD button,
this feature allows you to
set this VCR to respond to that button. Press 1 to select the Remote Control item. Then press the VCR2, VCR2-LD, or VCR2*DVD button
to change.
PREFERENCES (PRESS VCR2 TO 2 Auto Play: 3 Auto TV/VCR: 4 EnergySaver: S Front Panel: 6
Tape
0
Exit
Speed:
CHANGE) ON ON 2:00 AUTO SLP
1 Remote
PREFERENCES Control:
VCR2
2 Auto 3 Auto
Play: TV/VCR:
ON ON
4 EnergySaver: 5 Front Panel: 6 Tape Speed:
0
2:00 AUTO SLP
Exit
Changing the remote option to VCR2 disables the remote that came with Remote Control Option ] your VCR,
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The VCR will only respond to the compatible VCR2-LD, or VCR2.DVD button.
remote's VCR2,
If you change the remote setting
to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer control it. Use the compatible
remote to change the remote setting
back to
VCR1. Display the PREFERENCESmenu, press 1, and then press VCR on the VCR's remote.
AUTO
PLAY
This feature
allows the VCR to automatically
start playing when
you insert a tape with the safety tab removed. between ON or OFF.
Press 2 to switch
Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing
automatically
when the tape is inserted.
Select OFF if you do notwant
a tape with its safety tab
removed to start playing automatically.
AUTO
TV/VCR
This feature automatically and OFE
controls whether
the TV/VCR switch changes
to the VCR mode. Press 3 to switch between ON
Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned
on or a cassette is inserted.
This only
applies if you connect the ANT_ IN and RF OUT jacks of your VCR and TV and watch your TV.
VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your
Select OFF if you want the VCR to remain in the TV mode. This is useful if you watch your VCR on the TV's video input and you don't want your antenna/cable signal interrupted by the VCR. Refer to the Connections section, toward the back of the manual.
Auto
TV/VCR
Pressing TV.VCR will still switch between the VCR and TV mode. VCR mode: VCR indicator in the display panel lights. TV mode: VCR indicator turns off.
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ENERGYSAVER By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of inactivity. Press 4 to change the time delay, or to disable the feature. OFF: The VCR will remain turned
on until you shut it off.
1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or three hours of inactivity. Thirty seconds before shutting screen reading,
off, the VCR will warn you with a
"The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. Press any
key to cancel." If you use the VCR's tuner instead of your TV to tune channels, you may want to turn this feature
FRONT
PANEL
off.
(VCR DISPLAY) Tape Speeds
You can change the brightness
level of the fluorescent
display
panel on the front of the VCR. Press 5 to switch between the options. AUTO brightens
the display when the VCR is on and dims the
display when the VCR is off. BRIGHT keeps the display bright.
SP (Standard Play) Gives the best quality recording, but fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance work well when you play back tapes recorded in
DIM keeps the display at a low brightness
level.
this speed. LP (Long Play)
PREFERRED
Your VCR is capable of playing back tapes recorded in LR You cannot
TAPE SPEED
record in the LP speed. You can set a preferred
tape speed that is established
each time
the VCR is turned on and as the initial setting for timer programming.
Press 6 to switch between
SP sets the preferred SLP sets the preferred
recording recording
the options,
speed to SP. speed to SLP.
The preferred setting can be overridden on the remote.
using the SPEED button
SLP (Super Long Play) Gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SR Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance work well when you play back tapes recorded in this speed. Recording Cassette
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Time
SP
SLP
T-120
2Hr
6Hr
T-160
2Hr 40Min
8Hr
LEARN
THE BASICS TO GET
YOU STARTED These
VCR
basics should
begin enjoying control
functions,
recording However, enhance aren't
yourVCR. playing
a program there
the enjoyment
to learn
more
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should
are other
necessary
be enough
the remote tape, and
do just that.
features
your VCR,just
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that
of your VCR, but they
to get you started.
about
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VCR BASICS
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REMOTE
BUTTONS
The remote control
is capable of controlling
brands of televisions.
If you have an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV, you
may be able to control
COMPONENT
your VCR and many
it without
having to program
OFF
TV
VCR
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the remote. REVERSE
PLAY
RECORD
STOP
FORWARD
BUTTONS PAUSE
OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR. Also turns some compatible
components
on and off.
INFO
SEARCH
TV Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Also used with the OFF button to turn on a different brand of TV (if programmed) to control the TV.
and sets the remote
VCR Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE VCR and sets the remote to control the VCR.
MUTE
CLEAR
VCR FUNCTION
BUTTONS
CHAN Up or Down
Selects next higher or lower channel in the
CNAN
GO BACK
MENU
SPEED
VCR's channel memory. CLEAR Resets time counter to 0:00:00. Allows you to change entries when setting the clock or a timer recording. F.ADV
Lets you view one frame with each press of the button
O(
when tape is in pause. FORWARD
Fast forwards
Searches forward
the tape when the VCR is stopped.
through
a tape during playback. Starts slow
motion during play-pause and increases slow-motion GO BACK Switches between
speed.
two channels. Select one channel
and then select another using the number buttons. BACK to switch between the two channels.
Press GO
INFO Shows the status displays on the TV screen. INPUT Selects between
the line input and the VCR's tuner. Line
input refers to the signal coming from the component to the AUDIO/VIDEO MENU
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IN jacks.
Brings up VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
connected
v TRACKING A
F.ADV
Numbers
(0 through
9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing
two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 - - appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. OFF Turns off the VCR when the remote is set to control the VCR. PAUSE Pauses playback or recording.
Press PAUSE again to
return to playback or recording. PLAY Plays a tape. RECORD
Starts VCR recording.
Also used for express recording.
REVERSE Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. backward during
through
play-pause and decreases slow-motion
SEARCH
Searches
a tape during playback. Starts slow motion speed.
Displays Index and Go-To Search menus on TV screen
when VCR is stopped.
Advances the tape 30 seconds of recorded
material during playback. Each press advances the tape an additional
30 seconds up to five minutes.
SPEED Selects a recording
speed (SP or SLP).
STOP Stops the current VCR function rewind, or fast forward. TRACKING Up or Down
such as record, playback,
Lets you manually reduce the streaks
that may appear on the picture during play, slow motion, pause. Reduces picture ':jitter"
during stop-action
or
playback.
TVoVCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or cable/antenna
TV FUNCTION
system.
BUTTONS
CHAN Up or Down
Selects next higher or lower channel in the
TV's channel memory. CLEAR Removes menus or status displays from the screen. GO BACK Switches between
two channels. Select one channel
and then select another using the number buttons. BACK to switch between the two channels.
Press GO
INFO Shows the TV's status displays on the TV screen. MUTE
Reduces volume to minimum
TV Buttons
level. The TV buttons may not control all features of all models of RCA, ProScan and GE TVs.
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Numbers
(0 through
9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing
two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 - - appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. OFF Turns a compatible VOL Up and Down
PLAYING 1.
TV off and on.
Raises and lowers sound of TV.
A TAPE
Tune the TV to your VCR viewing
channel (3, 4, or TV's video
input). 2.
Insert a tape in the VCR.
If the Auto Play feature
is set to ON, the tape automatically
begins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed). Press FWD or REV (FORWARD or REVERSE on remote) to position the tape. Press PLAY-PAUSE (if necessary) on the VCR (PLAY on remote) to begin tape play. Press PLAY-PAUSE (PAUSE on remote) for stop action.
Pause
Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture, if necessary.
If you pause, the VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a
Press STOP, EJECTon VCR (STOP on remote) to stop playback.
few minutes to reduce tape wear.
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing back a tape recorded on
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another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is
Automatic
Tracking
inserted or the VCR's power is turned on.
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AUTOMATIC
REWIND
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER and the VCR will turn off after rewinding.
TAPE EJECT Press STOP.EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote) when it is stopped to eject the tape.
RECORDING If you want to record something
that you're watching,
you can
use basic recording. 1.
Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button
on the
remote (see "Preferred
Tape Speed" in Setting Up the VCR
section for information
about tape speed settings).
2.
Press the RECORD button
to begin recording.
3.
Press STOP to stop recording. If you just want to pause the recording (such as during a commercial),
CHECK
THE SAFETY
No matter which recording
for a short time
press PAUSE instead of STOt_
TAB option
you use, you need to make
sure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape's safety tab is in place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed.
\ Safety Tab If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it, simply cover the hole with vinyl tape.
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SEVERAL Now
that
RECORDI you've
gone
steps to operate different
Recording
through
your VCR,
recording
to suit your
NG OPTIONS
features
•
Express
•
Timer
Recording
•
Timer
Recording
•
Broadcast
Copying
V
are available
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(explained
in VCR Basics section)
Recording
Stereo
V withVCR or Second
Plus+ Audio
RECORDING Program
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that
the
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Recording
Audio
I'll explain
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the necessary
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and EditingTapes
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RECORDING
FEATURES
There are four ways to record programs: Recording program.
lets you press one button
to start recording
a
(See VCR Basics section.)
Express Recording lets you start recording a program you are watching, and then set the VCR to automatically stop recording
after a designated
Timer Recording
period of time.
lets you program
the VCR to automatically
start and stop recording
at a predetermined
Timer
VCR Plus+
just
Recording
by entering
with
a PlusCode
EXPRESS RECORDI Use express recording remaining
portion
number
time.
lets you found
program
NG (XPR) when you want to quickly record the
of the program
you are watching.
1.
Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button remote.
2.
Press the RECORD button to begin recording.
3.
Repeatedly press the RECORD button recording REC Record
Press
the VCR
in TV guides.
on the
to set up the
duration. CH
36
Length
REC
to
REC 0:00
set
CH
Record
length
Press
Each time you press the RECORD button, recording time (up to 4 hours).
REC
To stop an express recording, few seconds.
to
1:30
set
length
you increase the
The VCR continues to record for the amount indicate, and then automatically
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Length
of time you
turns off.
press and hold STOP for a
Express Recording Express recording is a great way to tape the last quarter of the game, or the last part of a movie when you have to leave.
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TIMER
RECORDING
You can set up as many as eight timer recording 1.
programs.
Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 VCR 2 3 4
VCR MAIN Plus+
MENU
Timer Recordings Time Channels
5 Setup 6 Preferences 7 Audio 8 0
2.
Language Exit
Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER
3.
RECORDINGS
1 2 3
Create a New Program Review Existing Progs Use VCR PLUS+ Code
0
Exit
Select How
1 to Create often
should
1 One time 2 Daily (every 3 Weekdays (M 4 Weekly (once
4.
this
record?
program
O
a New Program.
Timer Recording day) F) per
Information
Clock must be set correctly.
week)
Insert a tape with the safety tab in
Cancel
Select how often you want the program
to record.
place and enough tape to record the program. PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you
Program
5.
1
(One
time)
Channel Start Time End Time Start Date Tape Speed
---:---:---l--l-SLP
Press
to
MENU
have entered two programs where the times overlap. The TIMER indicator appears in the display when you turn off the VCR and a timer recording has been set. It
cancel
Enter the data for the program
flashes if there is no tape in the VCR. with the number
The data includes the channel number the line input), start time including The start date is automatically
buttons.
(press INPUT to select
AM or PM, and end time.
entered
based on the VCR
clock. The date and/or speed can be changed when flashing.
If your cable box or satellite receiver can not be controlled by the VCR, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before the recording is to begin. The VCR channel should be set to the box's output channel, usually Channel 3 or 4.
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6.
Review the information
to make sure it is correct, and then
press MENU to save. Program
1
(One
time)
Program
Channel Start Time End Time Start Date
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Tape
SLP
Speed
Press Press
CLEAR to MENU for
TIMER
correct next
prog
RECORDING
1 has
Remember
been insert
to
recordable tape turn the VCR off the program start
Press
WITH
MENU
to
saved a
and before time.
continue
VCR PLUS+
You can use VCR Plus+ to simplify timer programming by entering the TV show's PlusOode number found in most TV and cable listings.
Setting
Up the
Channel
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels
List
CHANNELS
If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ channel list, you can do it now.
1 Auto Channel 2 Add/Remove
1.
Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU.
3 Signal Type: 4 VCR Plus+ Channel
2.
Display the VCR Plus+ Channel List menu.
3.
Go to Setting Up Your VCR if you need more information setting up your VCR Plus+ channel list.
My
>
Channel 46 > 23
Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0
2.
on
Channel 5 4 3 > 2 1
CABL_ List
Use CH+/ to select Press 0 9 to change Press MENU to save
Using VCR Plus+ 1.
VCR+
Search Channels
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit
Press 1 to display VCR Enter
record before the recording is to begin.
the VCR PLUS+ menu.
PLUS+
PlusCode
(from
If your cable box can not be controlled by the VCR, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to
TV
If, after perform
cbsetup, i
If your cable box is not copatible, you must turn on cable box and tune it to
Number
listing)
the channel you want to record in order for a vcr plus recording. if, after perform cbsetup, if cable box
Press
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MENU
to
ISS compabile, turn on cable box and leave on for vcrplus recording.
cancel
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered of Gemstar Development Corporation.
trademarks
3.
Enter the VCR PlusCode shown in your local television programming
guide.
VCR Enter
PlusCode Number (from TV listing) 128768
Press Press
4.
PLUS+
CLEAR to correct MENU when done
Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number.
Plow often program
should record?
1 One time 2 Daily (every 3 Weekdays (M 4 Weekly (once
this
day) F) per
week)
VCR Plus+ Recording
0 Cancel
Clock must be set correctly. 5.
Indicate how often you want the program Program
1
(One
time)
Channel Start Time End Time Start DaLe
03 Cable 08:00 PM 09:30 PM 11/18/98 Wed
Tape
SLP
Speed
Press Press
to be recorded.
Insert a tape with the safety tab in place and enough tape to record the program. The TIMER indicator appears in the display when you turn off the VCR and a timer recording has been set. It flashes if there is no tape in the VCR.
CLEAR to adjust MENU to save
PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you 6.
Change the speed with the SPEED button on the remote or the program
end time with the CLEAR button
have entered two programs where the times overlap.
(if necessary),
UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER... PLEASE
Changing the end time comes in handy when you are
RE-ENTER appears when the VCR does not recognize the PlusCode number.
recording a program, such as a sporting exceed the scheduled broadcast time. 7.
on the remote
Press MENU to save the program, Program
1
Remember recordable turn the the
Press
has
been
saved
to
insert a tape and VCR off before
program
MENU
start
to
time
continue
event, that may
If your cable box can be controlled by the VCR, turn it on and leave it on before the recording is to begin. If your cable box cannot be controlled by the VCR, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before the recording is to begin. Timer recordings will not be lost in the event of an extended power outage.
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STOPPING
A TIMER
RECORDING
To stop or cancel a timer recording recording):
in progress (even an express
Press and hold the STOP button for a few seconds.
REVIEWING
AND
CLEARING
PROGRAMS
To review programs that you have already set up: 1.
Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER
2.
RECORDINGS
1 2 3
Create a New Review Existing Use VCR Plus+
0
Exit
Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screen. Program
1
Channel Start "rime End Time Start DaLe Tape Speed Press Press
3.
Program Progs. Code
(One
time)
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CLEAR to MENU for
erase next
prog
Press CLEAR to erase or MENU to see the next program.
RECORDING
BROADCAST
(SECOND AUDIO
STEREO TV OR SAP
PROGRAM)
Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP (Second Audio Program). 1.
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCRviewing (either 3, 4, or TV's video input).
2.
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Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
channel
3.
If your VCR viewing
channel is 3 or 4, make sure the VCR
indicator appears in the VCR's display panel. If not, press the TV-VCR button on the remote to turn it on. 4.
Use the SPEED button
on the remote to select a recording
The tape speed indicator
speed.
appears on the TV screen.
5.
Select the channel or line input to be recorded.
6.
Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for the type of audio you want to record. See "Audio Other Features section.
Set-Up Features" in the
AUDIO 1 Reception: 2 Tape Playback:
O
STEREO HI-FI
Exit
7.
Press RECORD to start recording.
8.
Press STOP when you are finished.
RECORDING
AUDIO
ONLY
You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (R and L),jacks on the back of the VCR or the AUDIO IN (R and Lmono),jacks
on the front of the VCR. (Select
L1 to record from the,jacks on the back or L2 to record from the I
-jacks on the front of the VCR. 1.
Press the INPUT button
on the remote to select the line input.
The VCR will record audio from the audio equipment connected
anything that was previously recorded| Recording audio only will erase 1 on the tape. J
to the AUDIO IN jacks.
Audio Connection RACK of VCR
2.
Use SPEEDon the remote to select the recording
3.
Start audio source playing and press RECORD to begin
our
speed.
AN
I_
@
AUEHO
_1 t_t
De
recording. 4.
N
Press STOP when you are finished.
Playing Back Audio Only To get stereo sound, connect the AUDIO OUT,jacks of the VCR to the appropriate
input on your amplifier
the phono input. Refer to your amplifier
or receiver. Do not use or receiver user's guide.
P_ONO T_JNE_
TAPE
AU×
BACK of AMPLIFIER / RECBVER
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USING
TWO
EDITING
VCRS FOR COPYING
TAPES
Use one VCR as the playback recording
AND
VCRand the other as the
VCR.
1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram
below.
2. Turn on both VCRs and TV. 3. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV's video input). 4. If you are using coaxial cables for the connection, recording playback
VCR to channel 3 or 4--the
tune
one selected on the
VCR.
If you are using audio/video
cables, select L1 to record from
the jacks on the back or L2 to record from the -jacks on the front of the recording
VCR.
Caution:
5. Insert the tape you want to copy into playback
VCR. Insert a
blank tape with its safety tab in place into recording
VCR.
6. Use visual search to locate the segment you want to copy on the playback
VCR. Pause the tape at this location.
7. Press RECORD on the recording
The unauthorized recording of satellite broadcasts, television programs, or other copyrighted materials may infringe the rights of others.
VCR, then PAUSE.
8. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to begin copying.
Two VCR Connection 9. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to stop copying. 10. Repeat steps 6-9 to copy or edit additional
CABLE BOX
segments. NTENNA
PLAYBACK
VCR
_1_ OUT
TO TV
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IN
TO TV
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CONTROL The remote television.
YOUR
TV
can be programmed
It is programmed to control an ProScan TV. Other manufacturer's be programmed.
to control
a
V
RCA, GE, or brands
need to
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THE
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ABOUT
PROGRAMMING
THE REMOTE J
The remote can be programmed to control other brands of remote-controllable TVs. It is already programmed to operate most RCA, ProScan, and GE televisions.
PROGRAMMING
THE
REMOTE
OFF
TV
VCR
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PLAY
FORWARD
RECORD
STOP
PAUSE
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
TO CONTROL
A TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button,
the
remote needs to be programmed. Follow these steps to program particular
the remote to control your
TV:
1.
Turn on the TV.
2.
Find your TV brand and code number(s) on the code list on the next page.
3.
Press and hold the TV button
on the remote.
4.
Enter the two-digit
5.
Release TV, and then press CHAN up or down. If the TV
code from the code list,
responds to the remote commands, the remote is programmed. 6.
v
EADV
If the TV does not respond, repeat these steps using the next code in the list.
OPERATE
THE TV
After you set up the remote, see which buttons 1.
TRACKING A
operate your TV.
Point the remote at the TV, and press the TV button. If the TV does not turn on, press the TV button
and then
press the OFF button. 2.
You may want to experiment
to see which buttons
operate
your TV. Try pressing buttons, such as VOL and MUTE. See "TV Function Buttons" in the VCR Basic Section for details. This remote may not operate all models of the brands that are shown. Note the difference
between
the TV
and VCR on-screen displays to see which one the remote is operating.
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TV Codes Akai
............................................03
NAD
...........................................07
AOC
.................................... 06,12
NEC ............................................06
Candle
.......................................06
Panasonic .................... 04,08,11
Citizen
.......................................06
Philco ............................ 04,06,12
Colortyme
...............................06
Concerto
..................................06
Philips ..................... 03,04,06,12 Pioneer
.....................................06
................. 01,06
Portland
............................. 06,12
Daewoo
............................. 06,12
ProScan
....................................01
Daytron
.....................................06
Proton
.......................................06
Quasar
......................................11
Curtis
Mathes
Electrohome Emerson
................... 06,12
...................................06
Radio Shack ............... 01,05,13
Envision ............................. 05,06
RCA ............................... 01,06,12
Fisher .................................. 05,08
Realistic
GE ............................00,01,06,11
Sampo
Goldstar
............................ 06,12
Samsung
Hallmark
..................................06
Sanyo .................................. 05,08
Hitachi
............................... 06,14
Infinity
.......................................04
....................................05 .......................................06 ...................... 06,09,12
Sears ......................01,05,06,07, 08,10,12
J C Penney ......00,01,06,09,12
Sharp
JBL ..............................................04
Sony ............................................03
Jensen ........................................06
Soundesign
JVC ....................................... 10,11
Sylvania
Kawasho
............................ 03,06
Technics .................................... 11
Kenwood
........................... 06,12
Techwood
Loewe
.................................. 06,13
..............................06
........................ 04,06,12
................................06
........................................04
Teknika ......................................06
....................................06
TM K ...........................................06
Luxman
LXI ................................. 04,05,07
Toshiba ...................05,07,08,09
Magnavox
Universal
Marantz
.................... 04,06,12 ............................. 04,06
..................................00
Victor ......................................... 10
MGA .................................... 06,12
Wards ........ 00,01,04,06,12,13
Mitsubishi
Yamaha
MTC
......................... 06,12
...........................................06
Zenith
.....................................12 ........................................02
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FEATURES TO ENHANCE Picture
Search
VCR OPERATION
Options
V
Tracking Pro-Tect Time
Plus
TM
Locking
V
Counter
On-Screen
Displays
Audio
Reception
Audio
Playback
V V V
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OTHER
FEATURES
V
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PICTURE
SEARCH
OPTIONS
The most basic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD or REVERSEbuttons. This section contains several other options available
for searching a tape.
FORWARD
AND
REVERSE
SEARCH
You can search a tape during playback. Sound is turned
off during
picture search. Search works well for tapes recorded at either the SP or SLPspeed, 1.
PressFORWARDtosearchforwardorREVERSEtosear
chin
reverse. 2.
PressFORWARDorREVERSEa
gain or press PLA Y to return to
normal playback.
SLOW
MOTION
You can view a tape during
play or play-pause using slow motion.
Slow motion works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLPspeed. 1.
During playback, press PAUSE and then FOR WARD or REVERSEto begin slow-motion
playback,
2.
Press FOR WARD to incr ease or REVERSEto decr ease the speed of the search.
3.
Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture.
4.
Press PLAY to return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically
from slow-motion
playback to
stop after a few minutes.
COMMERCIAL
SCAN (SEARCH
This is useful for skipping commercials 1.
segments.
30 seconds of recorded material.
Each press of the SEARCH button adds an additional up to five minutes.
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or short program
Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape approximately
2.
BUTTON)
30 seconds
FRAME
ADVANCE
Frame advance lets you view one-stop action frame after another during playback. Frame advance works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLPspeed. 1.
Press PAUSE or F .ADV to "freeze"
2.
Press F.ADV each time you want to view a frame of the scene.
3.
Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.
INDEX
the action.
SEARCH
The VCR has a "VHS Index Search System" that automatically an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording.
records During
playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward
or reverse
from the location you are on the tape. To Search: INDEX
I.
PressSTOP.
2.
PressSEARCHon the remote to display the INDEX SEARCHmenu on the TV screen.
3.
If you want to search through
SEARCH
Press REV OR FWD to begin scanning OR enter index
a specific number
Press
SEARCH
a certain number of index marks,
press two number buttons to enter the number
of marks you
to
exit
want to search. Press CLEAR on the r emote to correct an entry. 4.
INDEX
Press FOR WARD to sear ch forward or REVERSEto sear ch in reverse. The VCR will locate your index mark and begin playback.
SEARCH
Searching for index number
12..
If you did not enter a specific inde_ number, the VCR will locate the next index mark and begin playback. 5.
Press STOPto stop index searching.
Press
STOP
to
cancel
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR: INDEX
SEARCH
A mark too close to your location on the tape. The mark at the beginning or less.
of a recorded segment of five minutes
Searching for index marks.
The first index mark on the tape when you start at the beginning of the tape.
Press
STOP
to
cancel
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GO-TO
SEARCH
The Go-T o search feature enables theVCR to quickly locate a counter reading anywhere on the tape. When the VCR locates the counter reading,
it will begin playback.
Current
PressSTOP. Press
REV
2.
PressSEARCHon the remote until the GO-TO SEARCHmenu
to
to
appears on the screen.
Press
Press number buttons to enter the hour(s) and/or minutes of the counter reading you want the VCR to "go to". Press CLEAR on the r emote to correct an entry.
4.
PressFORWARDtosearchforwardorREVERSEtosear
chin
reverse. 5.
Press ST OP to stop Go-T o searching.
TRACKI
NG
YourVCR has automatic
tracking
snow from the picture. Automatic
which removes the streaks or tracking
is activated when you
insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a differentVCR. Just use theTRA CKING buttons to r emove the streaks or snow.You can also use tracking to reduce jittering
when _ou pause a tape
of the picture.
When you manually adjust the picture, automatic
tracking
is
turned off.To turn automatic tracking back on, press both TRACKING buttons on the front of the VCR at the same time, or eject the tape and re-insert it. Tracking
has no ef_ct during recording--on,/playback.
go
SEARCH
tape counter 2:17:25
1.
3.
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GO-TO
or
FWD
-:--:00
SEARCH
to
exit.
is
PRO-TECT
PLUS
TM
LOCKING
FEATURE
To disable the usage of theVCR, or to protect your timer recordings, you can lock theVCR so that the buttons on the VCR or r emote won't work. To Lock: Press and hold theVCR button on the remote approximately
for
six seconds. The VCR turns off. SAFE appears
the display if any button is activated.
To Lock While a Timer Recording
Is In Progress: Press and hold the
VCR button on the remote for approximately
six seconds. SAFE
appears in the display to let you know the feature
is activated.
To Unlock: Press and hold theVCR button on the remote approximately
TIME
in
is pressed to let you know the feature
for
six seconds. The VCR turns on.
COUNTER
The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a segment of a recorded beginning
0:30:00
tape. It helps locate the
or end of programs you taped. The time counter resets to
0:00:00 whenever
Hours
the tape is ejected from the VCR. Minutes
For example,
if you record a 30-minute
program
at the beginning
the tape and you want to go to the end of that program another
recording,
of Seconds
to begin
you would:
1.
PresslNFO
twicetodisplaythetimecounter.
2,
Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
3.
Press FOR WARD to forward 0:30:00.
4.
Press ST OP.This is the approximate
the tape until the time counter reads
end of the program. (You may
want to press PLAY to verify.) Now, you can begin recording
at
this spot. 5.
Press INFO to remove the time counter from the screen and return to the normal display mode.
Locking Your VCR: If a timer recording is programmed, make sure your VCR is turned off. Locking your VCR prevents the VCR from being accidentally turned on. I
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ON-SCREEN The INFO button
DISPLAYS
Stop
Ch 05 WABC
0:30:00
shows the status of theVCR (Stop , Play, Rec, etc.),
channel number (Video1 or Video 2 for the line input),time
counter,
date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. 1.
11/18/98
SLP
number.
2.
Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on the screen.
3.
Press INFO again to return to the normal display mode. Turning
01:30PM
On-screen display (times out)
Press INFO to see the on-screen displays. If the channel name is available, it appears under the channel
Wed
O:30:O0
off theVCR also r esets the displays.
Time counter only (does not time out)
3 AUDIO
SET-UP FEATURES
The audio set-up features recordings. The features
enhance your tape playback and in this section are accessed through
the
AUDIO men u and are shown in the displays below. 1.
2,
PressMENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
1 2 3 4
VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels
5 6 7
Setup Preferences Audio
8 0
Language Exit
Press 7 to display the AUDIO menu.
AUDIO 1 Reception: 2 Tape Playback:
O
STEREO HI-FI
Exit
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.
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Normal display mode (status displays will appear)
RECEPTION Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio program (SAP) which offers a second language.The Reception feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record. Press 1 to switch between Reception: STEREO, MONO, and SAP. Select STEREO for normal or stereo broadcast TV recording. Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too noisy. Select SAP to record a second audio program instead of the normal audio on both the hi-fi and linear tracks.
TAPE PLAYBACK The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Press 2 to switch betweenTape
Playback: HI-FI, LINEAR and MIX.
To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect yourVCR to aster eo television amplifier/receiver feature
using the audio/videojacks.The
or
Tape Playback
lets you select which audio you play back.
Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the Hi-Fi track and for normal use. Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the linear monaural track, such as a second audio program dubbed voice-over. Select MIX to play back the sound recorded track and the Hi-Fi track, sound-on-sound.
(SAP) or a
on both the linear
To receive Hi-Fi stereo sound, use audio-video cables with a compatible TV or receiver. Using only the RF OUT jack will not produce stereo sound. m
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THINGS CONNECTI
TO KNOW
BEFORE
NG COMPONENTS
V Protect
Your Components
from
Power
Connect all components before plugging cords into the wall outlet.
Surges anj power
Always turn off theTV and other components before
V
you connect or disconnect any cables.
Position Cables Correctly Interference
to Avoid Audio Hum or
V
Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks. Place the audio/video
cal:les to the sides of theTV's back
panel instead of straight down the middle after you connect your components. Try not to coil any twin-lead from the audio/video
cal:les and keep them away
V
cal:les as much as possil:le.
Make sure all antennas and caBes are properly grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with your unit.
Protect
Your Components
Do not block ventilation
V
from Overheating holes in any of the components.
Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.
V
Do not stack components. Allow adequate
ventilation
when
placing your
CONNECTIONS
components in a stand. Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising fom it will not floN around other components.
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CONNECTING
YOUR
VCR
Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR.
JACKS AND
CABLES
RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) The RFjacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, and must be used if audio/video connections are not available for your TV.
9 RFJack
These jacks are required for antenna
or cable-TV connections.
The RFjacks on the VCR are labeled ANT. IN and RF OUT. The coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR's RF OUT jack and your TV's antenna
Audio/Video
input.
Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)
The AUDIO/VIDEO jacks provide very good picture quality and stereo sound, and can be used if your TV has audio/video
input
jacks. These jacks are used for most audio/video components.
connections
between
The VCR AUDIO/VIDEO jacks are color coded
(yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for left audio). If your TV only has one input for audio (mono), you may need a Y-adapter
5O
to hear sound from both channels.
AudioNideo
Jack
CHOOSING
A VCR CONNECTION
There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, and if you have a cable box, and whether
some of the channels are scrambled, and maybe you
have a satellite satellite
receiver along with cable (but no cable box), or a
receiver and no cable or...well, you get the picture.
Five connections
are described in this section and one of them should
provide you with a VCR connection
that works.
TV with RFjack only TV with audio/video
jacks
TV with audio/video
jacks and cable box to unscramble
pay
channels only TV with RFjack and satellite receiver TV with audio/video
jacks and satellite
receiver
If you need to connect additional components not shown in the diagrams here (and are unsure of how to connect them), refer to the instruction
manual that came with that particular
ADVANTAGES
OF AUDIO/VIDEO
component.
CABLE
CON NECTIONS Using a simple coaxial cable connection quality.
If your television
gives you good picture
has audio/video
jacks, I highly recommend
using them to get even better picture quality and stereo sound when recording
and playing back videotapes.
more convenient antenna
DON'T
operation
These connections
give you
by not having to share the TV's
signal.
FORGET
ABOUT
THE
AUTO
TV/VCR
FEATURE The TV/VCR switch controls whether from the VCR or the TV. You can change the setting manually
the picture signal is coming
by using the TV-VCR button
the remote or you can set the Auto TVNCR feature
on
to ON when
using only the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks and OFF when using the AUDIO/VIDEO output jacks--so your TV signal is not interrupted when the VCR is turned on.
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TV WITH
RF JACK ONLY Position
Remote Conti Cable Box
ollable
This connection assumes: VCR
You are connecting Your television
antenna,
cable, or cable box system.
has only an RF input jack.
This connection provides: Mono sound playback from VCR. Record one channel while watching another when using a cable box for all channels).
c
(except
3
VCR'S SIGNAL
To use this connection, you must have: (1) coaxial cable for cable or antenna cable box
connection;
(2) for
If your cable box is remote controllable: Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block any of the VCR's ventilation
holes.
To connect: 1.
Connect cables as shown.
2.
Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.
Using
This Connection
Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever one you selected with the 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the VCR. CABLE, CABLE BOX, O_9_TENNA
Auto TV/VCR Setting: Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON. To play a tape: Insert a tape.
2.
If necessary, press PLAY.
To record one program
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VCR
1.
and watch another:
1.
Begin recording a program recording features.
using one of the
2.
Press the TVoVCR button and select a different on the TV.
channel TV
TV WITH
AUDIO/VIDEO
JACKS Position
This connection assumes: You are connecting Your television
Remote Controllable Cable Box
VCR
an antenna, cable, or cable box system.
has audio/video
jacks.
_
CABLE BOX _ ....--'"
$
i
TRANSMIT]
This connection provides:
ER
Stereo sound playback from VCR. Record one channel while watching using a cable box for all channels).
another
(except when
VCR'S SIGNAL
To use this connection, you must have: (1) coaxial cable for cable/antenna cable box (3) audiolvideo
connection;
(2) for
cables
If your cable box is remote controllable: Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block any of the VCR's ventilation
holes.
To connect: 1.
Connect cables as shown.
2.
Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.
Using
This Connection
Tune your TV to its video input channel, Use of TV-VCR button
is
not required. CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR I ANTENNA
Auto TV/VCR Setting: Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFE To play a tape: 1.
Insert a tape.
2.
If necessary, press PLAY.
To record one program
and watch another:
1.
Begin recording a program recording features.
2.
Select a different
using one of the
channel on the TV.
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TV WITH
AUDIO/VIDEO
TO UNSCRAMBLE
JACKS AND
PAY CHANNELS
CABLE BOX
Position
ONLY
Remote Conti Cable Box
ollable
VCR
This connection assumes: You are using a cable box only to unscramble channels. Your TV has audio/video
premium
input jacks.
This connection provides:
VCR'S SIGNAL
Stereo sound playback from VCR. Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through cable box while watching an unscrambled channel.
the
To use this connection, you must have: (3) coaxial cables (3) audio/video
cables All scrambled channels must be
(I) splitter
viewed through If your cable box is remote controllable:
For Cable Box Setup, select ALL
Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block any of the VCR's ventilation
the VCR.
channels. See page 1 I.
holes,
k
To connect: 1.
Connect cables as shown.
2.
Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.
Using
CABLE
This Connection
Tune your TV to its video input channel. Use of TV-VCR button
is CABLE BOX
not required. Auto TV/VCR Setting: Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFE
VCR
To play a tape: 1.
Insert a tape.
2.
If necessary, press PLAY.
To record a scrambled or unscrambled program another unscrambled program:
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and watch
1.
Begin recording a scrambled or unscrambled program through the cable box using one of the recording features.
2.
Select an unscrambled
channel on the TV.
_
]
TV WITH
RF JACK
AND
DIGITAL
SATELLITE Position
RECEIVER This connection assumes:
Remote-Controllable Satellite Receiver
VCR
You have a basic digital satellite system and your TV does not have audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: Mono sound playback from VCR, recording from a digital satellite receiver, and recording one off-air or cable channel while watching another. To use this connection, you must have: (4) coaxial cables and (3) audiolvideo
ill- "_----_':::;L] sArecurerecelver .... ii_
VCR'S SIGNAL
/ FRANSMITJ
ER
cables
If the VCR can control your digital satellite receiver: Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block any of the VCR's ventilation
holes.
To connect: 1. Connect cables as shown.
The unauthorized recording of satellite broadcasts, television
2.
programs, or other copyrighted Caution may infringe the rights materials of others.
Return to the First Things First Section, then follow the steps.
]
Using This Connection Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever one you selected with the 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the VCR. To record and watch off-air or cable, tune your VCR to channel 3 or 4 whichever one you selected with the 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the receiver. Turn off receiver. To watch and/or record from the digital
satellite
receiver,
tune your VCR to its line input. L1 appears in display. Auto TV/VCR Setting: Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON. VCR
To play a tape: 1. Insert a tape. 2.
If necessary, press VCR and then PLAY.
To record one off-air or cable program and watch another: 1. Turn off the digital satellite receiver and begin recording program using a recording feature. 2.
Press TV-VCR and select a different
a
channel on the TV.
To record a digital satellite receiver program: 1. Turn on the receiver, tune the VCR to its line input, and begin recording a program using a recording feature.
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TV WITH
AUDIO/VIDEO
JACKS AND
DIGITAL Position
SATELLITE
Remote Sateflite
RECEIVER
This connection assumes:
Controllable Receiver
VBR
You have an advanced digital satellite has audio/video input jacks.
system and your TV SATELLITE RECEIVER
This connection provides: Stereo sound playback from VCR,recording from receiver while watching cable or off-air channel, and recording one cable or offair channel while watching another. To use this connection, you must have: (3) coaxial cables and (6) audio/video
i
VCR'S SIGNAL
/ TRANSMITIER
cables
If the VCR can control your digital satellite receiver: Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block any of the VCR's ventilation
holes.
To connect: 1. Connect cables as shown. 2.
Return
Using
to the First Things
First Section,
then
follow
the steps.
This Connection
Tune your TV to its video input to record (or watch) the VCR or digital
satellite receiver.
To record from the digital satellite
receiver, tune your VCR to
its line input. L1 appears in the display. Auto TV/VCR Setting: Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFE Use of TV-VCR button
is
not required. To play a tape: 1. Insert a tape. 2.
If necessary, press VCR and then PLAY.
To record one off-air or cable program and watch another: 1. Begin recording a program using a recording feature. 2.
Select a different
channel on the TV.
To record a digital satellite or off-air channel:
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receiver program
and watch a cable
1.
Turn on the receiver, tune the VCR to its line input, and begin recording a program using a recording feature.
2.
Select a different
channel on the TV.
CABLE OR'_NTENNA
This
section
the VCR,
gives you some
including
additional
a description
information
about
of the unit's controls
and display.
You also will find a Troubleshooting Appendix, simple
which
might
Tips section
help to resolve
some
in this of those
problems.
Finally, this section
contains
your warranty
information.
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FRONT
PANEL
J
Remote
AUDIO (R and Lmono) from another connected
Sensor
and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals
component,
to thesejacks.
like a VCR or camcorder, when it is Use INPUT on the remote to select "L2"
to record from thesejacks. CHANNEL,TRACKING
Up or Down
Selects next higher or
lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. Press both together FWD
to recenter tracking.
Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped,
picture forward
during playback, Starts slow motion
pause and increases slow-motion PLAY.PAUSE
Searches the
Plays a tape. Pauses action for viewing
playback. Pauses recording scenes,
during play-
speed.
to prevent recording
during
of unwanted
POWER Turns the VCR on or off. RECORD
Starts VCR recording,
Used for express recording,
Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote control. the remote at this sensor, REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped.
Searches the
picture in reverse during playback, Starts slow motion play-pause and decreases slow-motion STOP,EJECT
playback, rewind, fast-forward,
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during
speed.
Stops the normal functions
the VCR is stopped.
Aim
such as record,
or pause. Ejects the tape when
DISPLAY
PANEL
TiMERH').
voR lU. 3UM
Time,
Channel
Speed
Number,
Indicator,
Line Input
or Status
Indicator
(L1 or L2),Tape
Indicators
Time The current time appears. Only an AM indicator the time. There is no indicator for PM.
appears with
Channel Number or Line Input Indicator The channel number appears when the VCR is tuned to a channel. The line indicator (L1 or L2) appears when a line input is selected. Tape Speed Indicator
(SP and SLP)
Press SPEED on the remote
to change. Status
Indicators
Show what the VCR is doing.
HI and BYE Turned on/unlocked;
turned
off
FF Fast forwarding PLAY
In playback (flashes during
REC
Recording
REW
Rewinding
RO:30 SAFE
TIMER
and slow)
(flashes when in record pause mode)
Express recording
in progress
Pro-Tect Plus turned on
SCH and SCHSTOP
play-pause
Forward and reverse search during playback
Tape is stopped
Lights during express recording
and when VCR is turned off
and set for timer recording. Flashes when timer there is no cassette in the VCR. VCR Indicator
(Applies
only if the VCR Viewing
recording
is set and
Channel is 3
or 4). Press the TV,VCR button to turn on or off. VCR indicator
on: Picture from VCR.
VCR indicator
off: Picture from TV channel.
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BACK PANEL
OUT
_Vl
3 CH. 4 Switch
IN
DEO
A_N
Selects the channel to which you will tune
the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups. AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another
component,
connected
like a VCR or camcorder, when it is
to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select
"L1" to record from these jacks. AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO OUT Jacks Sends signals from VCR to another connected
component,
like a TV or VCR, when it is
to these jacks.
ANT. IN Jack Receives a signal from an antenna
or cable
system when attached. RF OUT Jack Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.
6O
TROUBLESHOOTI
NG TIPS
No power Check to make sure it is plugged
into an operating
Check to make sure your connections
VCR does not respond
are correct.
to remote
Press VCR to set remote
to control
the VCR.
Check to make sure there are no objects between The batteries
no longer
controls
Check to make sure the remote
no longer
controls
Press TV to set remote
is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR can operate
an RCA, ProScan,
Press TV to set remote to control
Remote
a compatible is programmed
a compatible
to control
Reprogram
TV. to control an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV.
TV
the corresponding
component. the component
and remote.
may need changing. remote
after batteries
have been changed.
Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor Release number 1, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.
Poor or no picture
for normal
is off.
Check to make sure the TV is switched
to an active channel,
Check to make sure the antenna
or no picture
during
inside the remote.
TV viewing
Check to make sure the VCR indicator
Snowy
it.
or GE TV
Check to make sure there are no objects between The batteries
the VCR and remote.
may need changing.
Make sure the Remote VCRI/VCR2 setting Remote
outlet.
connections
are secure and correct,
playback
Press TV.VCR to turn VCR indicator
on.
Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3 CH. 4 switch on back of VCR. Check to make sure the TV's fine tuning
is correct for the channel you have selected.
Check video cable connections
VCR and TV monitor.
between
Check to make sure the TV monitor Try another
tape.
Some snow/streaks
continued
is set to video input.
are normal during
search, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion
playback.
on next page
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Streaks
in picture
during
normal
playback
Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down for the best picture. Check to make sure the tape is of good quality
and not worn out,
Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again. A minus (-) will appear reading of 0:00:00. The time counter
Will not record
in front of the time if you rewind
the tape farther
back than a counter
disappears during search; this is normal.
or play
Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR. Try ejecting
and reinserting
the cassette.
Check to make sure the tape is not broken. Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return
to normal
playback.
Check the ProTect PlusTMfeature.
Rewind does not operate Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound. VCR Plus+ or timer
recording
not made or wrong
program
recorded
Check to make sure the correct VCR Plus+ code is entered. Check to make sure the cable box or satellite Check to make sure the program
receiver was turned
was entered correctly
(wrong
on when recording
was to begin.
channel or times).
VCR cannot control cable box or satellite receiver. Check to make sure VCR was set up for cable box or DSS control or try repositioning the cable box or satellite receiver. Power interruption.
Reset the clock.
Check to see if time and date are correct - including Check to make sure the program beforehand.
AM/PM.
did not exceed the tape's length or the tape was not rewound
Check to make sure the VCR was turned
off at the time recording
was to start.
Check to make sure there was a tape in the VCR and the cassette's safety tab was intact. VCR ejects cassette when the end of the tape is reached during a timer Check to make sure VCR Plus+ setup was completed
recording.
correctly.
Will not record Check to make sure the safety tab is intact. Check to make sure the VCR is not in the line mode. Press INPUT on the remote.
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Clock shows
incorrect
Power interruption. savings settings.
time
or date
Automatic
clock set was not turned
on or did not work properly.
Check time zone and daylight-
Make sure VCR or cable box is tuned to channel carrying XDS information. Auto clock set is not supported
by digital
satellite
receivers. Set the clock manually.
Time did not adjust for daylight-saving time Check to make sure daylight-saving feature is set correctly. VCR makes
noise when
stopped
VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode.
Will not AUTO
CHANNEL
SEARCH active channels
Check to make sure the antenna
connections
inside the VCR will continue
to rotate
for a few
correctly
are secure and correct.
Check to make sure the Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature
is set correctly.
If Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu, try using either CABLE TV or ANTENNA instead. May not be necessary if using a cable box for all channels. Contact your local cable company
for more information.
Tape plays back in slow motion PressPLAY to return to normal playback. Cannot select channels over 69 Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNAfeature is set to CABLE. Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play automatically Check to make sure the Auto Play ON/OFF feature is set to ON. TIMER indicator flashes Check to make sure there isa cassette in the VCR when a timer recording is set, Time counter disappears during searching This is normal. On-screen menus appear in English, French, or Spanish Check LANGUAGE feature.
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No stereo
sound during
playback
Check to make sure the Tape Playback feature is set to HI-FI to hear stereo sound during tape you are playing must be recorded in HI-FI in order to play back in HI-FI. Must use the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks on the back of the VCR to hear stereo sound. Stereo
audio
too noisy
Stereo signal is weak. Set Reception:
STEREO/SAP/MONO feature
Press one of the TRACKING up or down buttons
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to minimize
to MONO.
the noise.
playback. The
LIMITED What
your
WARRANTY warranty
Any defect
covers:
in materials
For how long after your
or workmanship. purchase:
Ninety days for labor charges. One year for parts. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment whichever comes first. What
we will
do:
Pay any Authorized
RCA VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR.
Pay any Authorized repair your VCR.
RCA VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option,
How you
to the rental firm,
refurbished
replacement
parts required
to
get service:
Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center. To identify ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-338-1900. Show the Authorized
Service Center Representative
your nearest Authorized
RCA VCR Service Center,
your evidence or purchase date or first rental.
Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed, What
your
warranty
Customer additional Installation
does not cover:
instruction. (Your Owner's Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate information should be obtained from your DealeR) and related
Signal reception
your VCR. Any
adjustments.
problems
not caused by your VCR.
Damage from misuse or neglect. Cleaning
of video/audio
heads.
Batteries. A VCR that has been modified purposes.
or incorporated
into other products
or is used for institutional
or other commercial
A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA. Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning Product
damage.
Registration:
Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your VCR. It will make it easier to contact should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
you
How state law relates to this warranty: This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state. If you purchased your VCR outside the United States: This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
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SPECIFICATIONS Format:
VHS
Record/Playback
Video:
4-head
System:
Audio:
2 Hi-Fi record/playback
Video Signal System:
EIA standard:
Antenna:
75-ohm external VHFiUHF combined
Tuner:
system
NTSC color
antenna
terminal
USA:
181 channels capability* (125 cable channels)
Canada:
178 channels capability* (122 cable channels)
Type:
AutoProgramming
frequency
Power Requirement:
120V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption:
19 watts (Standby: <4 watts)
Dimensions:
3.54 inches high (90 mm)
synthesis
14.2 inches wide (360 mm) 10.75 inches deep (273 mm) Weight: Storage
pounds (3.7 kg) Temperature
- 22F to +149T
Range:
(-30_C to +65C)
Operating
+41T to +104T
Temperature
Range:
(+5C to +40C)
*Check your cable company's
CLEANING
compatibility
requirements.
THE VCR
Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top, back, sides, and bottom
of the cabinet.
Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. We recommend cleaner and polisher.
using a nonabrasive,
antistatic
I
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Specifications are subject to change.
I
3CH. 4switch
5, 8, 52, 55, 60
A Accessing menus 5 Add or remove channels
C
D
Cable box codes 12
Date and time setting
Cable box setup 11 CABLE BOX SETUP menu
Detect automatically 11
Digital satellite
Cables
14
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen
CHAN buttons
ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks 4, 5, 8, 50, 51, 52, 55, 60
49
Display panel brightness
AUDIO menu
46
linear 47 mono
Channel list 13, 32
DSS SETUP menu
Channel name display 46
DST (Daylight
9, 11, 13, 14, 18, 32
47 47
recording SAP 47
audio only
set-up features stereo 47
35
51, 53, 54, 56, 58, 60 Auto channel search 13 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu 15
tracking
cable advantages
channels only
27 26
B Back panel controls 60 Basics, learn the 23 4
First setup 3 Forward and reverse search 42 FORWARD button 24, 26, 42, 43, 44, 45 Frame advance 53
Broadcast stereo TV recording
34
pay
54
VCR display brightness 22
TV with RF,jack and satellite receiver 55
6
TV with RF,jack only two VCRs 36
GO BACK button Go-to search 44
52
43
Front panel controls 58
FWD button
feature
26, 58
24, 25
GO-TO SEARCH menu
1
Copying and editing
30
24, 43
TV with AUDIO/VIDEO,Jacks and satellite receiver 56
Contents
Batteries, install in the remote
continued
35
audio/video 51
cable box to unscramble
21, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56 Automatic
audio only
TV with AUDIO/VIDEO,Jacks and
Auto play feature 6, 21, 26 Auto TViVCR feature rewind
EADV button
TV with AUDIO/VIDEO,Jacks
AUTO CLOCK SETscreen 15
22
F
choosing 51 information 49, 50
14 Auto clock set feature
Express recording
Connecting your VCR 4 Connections
4, 5, 24, 35, 36, 50,
16
27
EnergySaver feature
24, 25, 33, 34, 43, 44, 45
AUDIO/VIDEO,Jacks
Automatic
Eject, tape
Clearing programs 34 Commercial scan search 42
46
Savings Time)
Editing tapes 36
Cleaning the VCR 66 CLEAR button
reception
10
E
CHANNELS menu
47
playback
front panel 58 on-screen 46
15, 58
Channel number display 59 Channels, add or remove 14
Hi-Fi 47
22
Displays 15, 24, 25, 38
CHANNEL buttons
Audio
system setup 9
Display panel 59
positioning types of 50
15
16 14
44
tapes 36
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H
N
feature
35
SAP 47 Hi-Fi playback
Number buttons
47
5, 25, 26
stereo
RECORD button
O
25, 27, 30, 35, 36, 58
Important information inside front cover
OFF button
Index search 43
Overheating
INDEX SEARCH menu INFO button INPUT button
Recording
24, 25, 26, 38
audio only 35 broadcast stereo TV 34
On-screen displays 46 49
copying and editing tapes 36
43
17, 24, 25, 45, 46
P
express 30 SAP 34
PAUSE button
speeds 22 timer 31
24, 31, 35
J
25, 26, 27, 36, 42, 43
types of 30
Pause during play 27 Jacks ANT. IN and RF OUT
Picture search options PLAY button
4, 5, 8, 50, 51, 52, 55, 60 AUDIO/VIDEO
VCR plus+
42
25, 26, 42, 43, 45, 52, 53, PLAyopAUSE button
53, 54, 56, 58, 60
Playing a tape
L1 and L2 line indicators
Preferred
35, 36, 56, 59 Language feature LANGUAGE menu Limited warranty
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Linear playback
47
Locking feature
45
TV function VCR function
tape speed feature
Problem solving
22 45
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the remote
to operate a TV 38
LP speed 22
PROGRAMS OVERLAP message 31, 33
Q
5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
Mix audio playback 47
Mono reception 47 MUTE button 25
68
24
REV button 26, 58 REVERSEbutton 25, 26, 42, 43, 44 Review programs screen 34 Reviewing programs 34 Rewind, automatic 27
SAFE indicator
QuickSet guide
8
15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 24, 31,
45
Safety tab 27, 36 SAP reception
47
SAP recording 34 Satellite receiver codes 10
R
32, 33, 34, 46
25
buttons
$
M MENU button
buttons
VCRI/VCR2 option 20 Remove or add channels 14
Product registration inside front cover Programming
24
program for TV 38 sensor 58
20
Pro-Tect Plus locking feature 8 9
24
component buttons install batteries 4
26, 58
Plugging in the VCR 5 POWER button 27, 58 Power surges 49 PREFERENCESmenu
Mono playback
buttons
26
L
32
XPR (express) 30 Remote
54, 55, 56
4, 5, 24, 35, 36, 50, 51, types of 50
47
47
Search Reception mono 47 reception:
commercial STEREO/MONO/SAP
forward
scan 42
and reverse 42
frame advance
43
STOP-EJECT button
go-to 44 index 43
Stop-action Stopping
slow-motion
26, 27, 58
pause 27
a timer recording
34
42
SEARCH button
25, 42, 43, 44
Set time and date manually 17 SET TIME AND DATE menu 17
Tab, safety 27, 36 Table of contents 1
SET TIME ZONE screen 16
Tape
7
playback
cable box 11 digital satellite system first 3 language setting
8
setup menu
set daylight setting
using menus 8 Signal type CABLE and ANTENNA changing Slow-motion
SPspeed
saving
61
16
channel list Canada channel list menu
15, 16
FF 59
express 30 information
channel list USA 18 channels
PLAY 59
menu
59
REW 59
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SCH and SCH- 59 STOP 59
TV button 24, 38 TV codes 39
TIMER 59
TV function 47
25, 26, 27, 30, 35, 43, 44, 45
tips 61
buttons
18
stopping 34 worksheet for channels
19
VCRviewing channel 5, 34 Video1 and Video2 indicators
25
25, 35, 51, 52, 53, 54,
46
26
W Warranty,
TVoVCR button 55, 56, 59
31
32, 33
up channels
VOL buttons
25, 26, 42, 44, 58 Troubleshooting
setting
VCR, turn on 5
Tracking 44 TRACKING buttons
SAFE 59
32
recording
stopping 34 TIMER RECORDINGS menu
34
PlusCodes 33
31
Tips, troubleshooting
18
clearing programs information 33
34
using 31 with VCR Plus+ 30
HI 59
19 32
channel list screen 18
31, 33, 59
clearing programs
BYE 59
RO:30 (express recording) REC 59
17, 18, 20, 31, 32, 46 VCR Plus+
Timer recording
Specifications 66 SPEED button 25, 27, 30, 33, 35 Status indicators
8, 59
6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16,
22
15, 16
TIMER indicator
22, 42, 43
Stereo reception STOP button
35, 59
Time display 59 TIME menu 16, 17
22, 42, 43
24
VCR MAIN MENU
setting time zone Time counter 45
14
14 search 42
Solving problems
VCRindicator
Tape speeds, description Time and date
8
list 13
VCR, cleaning 66 VCR function buttons
47
Tape speed indicators
up the VCR 6
SLPspeed
VCRchannel
playing 26 record over 27
9
UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER message 33
VCR button 21, 24, 45 VCR channel 36
eject 27 features
Unpack the VCR 4
V
SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen 16
Set up additional
U
limited
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X XDS (Extended Data Services) information 15 XPR (express recording)
30
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If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.
THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 10330 North Meridian Indianapolis,
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