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RCA VR628HF User's Manual

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2. 31 32 STOPPING A TIMER RECORDING To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress even an express recording e 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 RECORDINGS Create a New Program Review Existing Progs Use VCR Plus Code 2 Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs screen Program 1 One Time Channel 104 CABLE Start Time 12 00 AN End Time 01 30 AN Start Date 10 24 97 Fri Tape Speed SLP Press CLEAR to erase Press MENU for next prog 3 Press CLEAR to erase or MENUePROG to see the next program RECORDING BROADCAST STEREO TV OR SAP SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP Second Audio Program 4 Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel either 3 4 or TV s video input 2 Insert a tape with safety tab in place 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 TVeVCR to turn it on 4 Use the SPEED button on the remote to select a recording speed The tape speed indicator 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 Other Features section
3. 3 Press 4 to display the VCR Plus Channel List screen VCR Channel My Channel 5 4 3 gt gt gt 2 1 Use CH to select Press 0 9 to change Press MENU to exit 4 Enter the data following the on screen directions using your worksheet VCR Channel My Channel 5 46 4 Bes 3 gt gt gt 23 2 sa 1 Se Use CHt to select Press 0 9 to change Press MENU to save Screen is for an example only Two Digit VCR Plus Channel Numbers for Cable TV USA List 35 American Movie Classics 39 Arts amp Entertainment 57 Black Entertainment 54 Bravo 42 Cable News Network 45 Cinemax 98 Cinemax 2 37 The Discovery Channel 53 The Disney Channel 63 Entertainment Television 34 ESPN Sports Network 47 The Family Channel 33 Home Box Office 95 Home Box Office 2 96 Home Box Office 3 5l The Learning Channel 46 Lifetime 58 The Movie Channel 48 Music Television 49 The Nashville Network 38 Nickelodeon 64 Nostalgia Television 99 Quality Value Cable 4l Showtime 97 Showtime 2 59 Sports Channel 52 Turner Network Television 44 USA Network 62 Video Hits 93 Viewer s Choice 94 Viewer s Choice 2 55 WGN Chicago 43 WTEBS Atlanta 60 WWOR New York See next page for Canadian List VCR Plus Channel List Refer to your local television list for a complete VCR Plus channel list for your viewing area or contact your cable company Using the list
4. 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 d To stop an express recording press and hold STOP for a few seconds 28 TIMER RECORDING You can set up as many as eight timer recording programs 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plust Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language Exit 2 Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs 3 Use VCR Plus Code 3 Press 1 to Create a New Program How often should this program record One Time Daily every day Weekdays M F Weekly Once per week Cancel 4 Select how often you want the program to record Program 1 One Time Channel Start Time End Time i Start Date Tape Speed SLP Press MENU to cancel Enter the data for the program with the number buttons The data includes the channel number press INPUT to select the line input start time including AM or PM and end time The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock Both the date and speed can be changed Timer Recording Information Clock must be set correctly Insert a tape with the safety tab in place and enough tape to record the program The output of your cable box appears in the Channel item of the timer record
5. e Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically when the tape is inserted e Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically AUTO TV VCR This feature controls whether the TV VCR switch changes automatically to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned on Press 3 to switch between ON and OFF e 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 IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV jacks of your VCR and TV and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV e 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 Auto TV VCR Pressing TVeVCR will still switch between the VCR and TV mode VCR mode VCR indicator in the display panel lights TV mode VCR indicator turns off 19 na A FRONT PANEL VCR DISPLAY You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent display panel on the front of the VCR Press 4 to switch between the options e AUTO brightens the display when the VCR is on and dims the display when the VCR is off e BRIGHT keeps the display bright e DIM keeps the display at a low brightness level 20 VCR BASICS LEARN THE BASICS TO GET 1 YOU STARTED FIRST THINGS FIRST These VCR b
6. AUDIO 1 Reception STEREO 2 Tape Playback HI FI 3 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 1 Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the line input LINE The VCR will record audio from the audio equipment connected to the AUDIO IN jacks 2 Use SPEED on the remote to select the recording speed Audio Connection 3 Start audio source playing and press RECORD to begin recording O Cc 2 IN FROM ANT rk AS 5 St Li Ei E ASU VIDEO i 5 4 Press STOP when you are finished Gi Playing Back Audio Only To get stereo sound connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of the VCR to the appropriate input on your amplifier or receiver Do not use the phono input Refer to your amplifier or receiver user s guide mm S ae Gi O PHONO TUNER 33 RECORDING USING TWO VCRS FOR COPYING AND EDITING TAPES Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR 1 Turn on the TV and VCRs 2 Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel either 3 4 or TV s video input 3 If you connected your VCR using the IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV jacks tune recording VCR to channel 3 or 4 the one selec ed on the back of the playback VCR H you have connected your VCR using the audio video jacks make sure you select the line in
7. Auto TV VCR Setting e Set the Auto TV VCR feature to OFF To play a tape 1 Insert a tape 2 If necessary press PLAY To record a scrambled or unscrambled program and watch another unscrambled program 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 24 CONNECTIONS TV WITH RF JACK AND SATELLITE RECEIVER This connection assumes e You have a basic satellite system e Your TV does not have audio video input jacks This connection provides e Mono sound playback from VCR e Recording from a satellite receiver e Recording one off air or cable channel while watching another if your digital satellite receiver is remote controllable e Position it on top of the VCR as shown Make sure not to block any of the VCR s ventilation holes To use this connection you must have e 4 coaxial cables and 3 audio video cables To connect 1 Connect cables as shown 2 Return to the First Things First Section then follow the steps Using This Connection e Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 whichever one you selected with the 3CH4 switch on the back of the VCR e To record and watch off air or cable tune your VCR to channel 3 or 4 whichever one you selected with the CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the receiver Turn off receiver e To watch and or record from the satellite receiver tune your VCR
8. video cassette recorder user s guide VR628HF 9700009 IMPORTANT INFORMATION To reduce the risk of electric shock do not remove cover or back No user serviceable parts inside RISK OF ELECTRIC Refer servicing to qualified service personnel SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates This symbol indicates dangerous voltage inside important instructions the product that presents a accompanying the product risk of electric shock or personal injury Caution To reduce the risk of electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert Attention Pour viter les chocs lectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqu au fond Refer to the identification rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate 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 for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and r
9. STEP 6 TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER on the VCR s front panel or VCR on the remote to turn on the VCR To set up the VCR you will need to understand how to move through and change items in the on screen menus STEP 7 ACCESS THE MENUS The MENUePROG and number buttons let you access select and change menu items For example to change the AUTO PLAY setting you would do the following VCR Viewing Channel When using the IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV jacks to connect your VCR tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 When using the audio video jacks to connect your VCR tune your TV to the TV s video input FIRST THINGS FIRST 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language oO NAME UN Exit 2 Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control 2 Auto Play 3 Auto TV VCR 4 Front Panel PREFERENCES Remote Control Auto Play Auto TV VCR Front Panel See Additional Set Up Features for detailed information about the Auto Play feature STEP 8 SET UP THE VCR Once you understand how to move around through the menus go to the next section to set up your VCR SETTING UP THE VCR SET UP FEATURES 1 FIRST THINGS FIRST Below is a list of features that you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR for the first time Kuere A SETTING UP THE VCR s Set Up a Digital Satellite Syste
10. connected to these jacks Use INPUT on the remote to select LINE to record from these jacks AUDIO R and L and VIDEO OUT Jacks Sends signals from VCR to another component like a TV or VCR when it is connected to these jacks IN FROM ANT Jack Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system when attached OUT TO TV Jack Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied 60 APPENDIX A REFERENCE TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS No power e Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet e Check to make sure your connections are correct VCR does not respond to remote e Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR e Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote e The batteries may need changing e Make sure the Remote VCR1 VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR can operate it e Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote Release number 1 and replace the batteries e Remove all batteries for approximately 12 hours Then replace batteries Remote no longer controls an RCA ProScan or GE TV e Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV e Check to make sure the remote is programmed to control an RCA ProScan or GE TV Remote no longer controls a compatible TV e Press TV to set remote to control the compatible TV e Check to make sure there are no objects between the component and remot
11. BACK button 23 24 Go to search feature 44 GO TO SEARCH menu 44 Important information 2 IN FROM ANT jack 19 51 52 55 60 Index search feature 43 INDEX SEARCH menu 43 INFO button 23 24 45 59 INPUT button 23 29 33 58 J Jacks types of 50 L Language feature 8 LANGUAGE menu 8 Limited warranty 65 LINE indicator 33 55 59 M MENU PROG button 6 8 9 10 11 13 14 15 16 18 23 29 30 31 32 46 Menus accessing 5 MUTE button 24 N Number buttons 15 23 24 O OFF button 25 36 On screen displays 45 OUT TO TV jack 19 51 52 55 60 Overheating 49 P PAUSE button 23 25 34 42 43 58 Picture search options 42 PLAY button 23 25 34 42 43 45 52 53 54 55 56 58 Playing a tape 24 POWER button 25 58 Power surges 49 PREFERENCES menu 6 18 19 Problem solving 61 Programming the remote to operate TVs 36 PROGRAMS OVERLAP message 29 31 R Reception STEREO MONO SAP 33 Reception STEREO MONO SAP feature 46 RECORD button 23 25 28 33 34 58 Recording audio only 33 basic 25 67 broadcast stereo TV 32 copying and editing tapes 34 express 28 features 28 SAP 32 speeds 25 timer 29 VCR plus 30 Remote buttons 22 component buttons 22 installing batteries 4 TV function buttons 24 VCR function buttons 22 24 Remote VCR1 VCR2 option 18 68 Remove or add channels 14 REV button 34 42 43 44 58 REVERSE button 23 25 42 43 44 Review programs screen 32 Reviewi
12. VCR on screen displays to see which one the remote is operating 36 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE eg ee teeneeet deed e geg g e ideeed e sgeg e rggeg sg SCSCSSORSESESESSEAS SH STOPESSOHESHHGASCEASRED LOCOS PTUTTITeT TT tit PTeTTT TTT TTT ETELE EEEE PeTTTTITT TTT Tt iit al SSSSOSTSHSCHSESSASSESSSESASOSCESCSOHS SSSASCSESAFSSSOSSSEDESCHRETLOECOOS ee e gee ed d ege d tgg gegeden gegg SG eee g g pee e g e agd d eeed eg KL b Citizen esseseeseescecesessessosose ColortymMe esssceseesersesesseaceneseee G eeneeg t ggegd g geeg eg p epe es Contec Cony se00ee PTTTTITTIT Tet TZITTTE EEEE E aiaa E E E ii S eeeg g egeg tg g ee g egeg oeeege g e tbeeneeetb ddeegee d d egeegdi eeecg gd n OOOO OES TS OESSESTESESHHSTSSCESHFESASOSSOSAETESESSOSESSOTEGNS SSSCSSHSSSSOSESOETSEOSVSAOSBSSE eeeen geneeed g ggeg t g egebg d enegee eg Dimensi ssssssscesssssseossssssecseseosansesesse Electrohome seen ease see Se 4 eegeege b e ege e dd gge d g tget e e eeep e g TUTE TTT EEEEK Seeveeneaeeseosengaaesve E KI EEN eegen Fish 1S GO ics ue PTYTTIIVTICI TITTLE he SSSCSKSSSSSSSSSHSSSTSEHAOGSOESHES SOSCSOASHESSESETSOSESECTECSEVE SSsSCOesaesaeseovseseoeeesn SOKO SSHESES ER EAOHSOHESESOSSSESSEHOESSESSESEESFESSEOESS SOUS SSO SSSHOSEOHESHS
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14. broadcast TV recording STEREO indicator appears on the TV screen when the station you are tuned to is broadcasting stereo e Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too noisy OTHER FEATURES e Select SAP to record a second audio program instead of the normal audio on both the hi fi and linear tracks The SAP indicator appears on the TV screen when the station you are tuned to is broadcasting SAP 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 between Tape Playback HI FI LINEAR and MIX To enjoy Hi Fi sound connect your VCR to a stereo television or amplitier receiver using the audio video jacks The Tape Playback feature lets you select which audio you play back e Select HI FI to play back sound recorded on the Hi Fi track and for normal use e Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the linear monaural track such as a second audio program SAP or a dubbed voice over e Select MIX to play back the sound recorded on both the linear track and the Hi Fi track sound on sound 47 CONNECTIONS THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE CONNECTING COMPONENTS Protect Your Components from Power Surges Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet Always turn off the TV and other components bef
15. button is not required Auto TV VCR Setting Set the Auto TV VCR feature to OFF 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 using one of the recording feacures 2 Select a different channel on the TV TRANSMITTERS wau L Position Rernote Controllable Cable Box CABLE CABLE BOX aa ANTENNA KE CONNECTIONS TV WITH AUDIO VIDEO JACKS AND CABLE BOX TO UNSCRAMBLE PAY CHANNELS ONLY This connection assumes e You are using a cable box only to unscramble premium channels e Your TV has audio video input jacks eee D i TRANSMITTERS This connection provides e Stereo sound playback from VCR e Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through the cable box while watching an unscrambled channel Sc Wal Position Remote Controllable Cable Box To use this connection you must have e 3 coaxial cables e 3 audio video cables e 1 splitter All scrambled channels must be viewed through the VCR For Cable Box Setup select ALL channels See page 11 If your cable box is remote controllable e Position it on top of 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
16. coaxial cables and 6 audio video cables To connect 1 Connect cables as shown 2 Return to the First Things First then follow the steps Using This Connection e To record from the satellite receiver tune your VCR to its line input LINE appears in display e Tune your TV to its video input to watch the VCR or satellite receiver Auto TV VCR Setting e Set the Auto TV VCR feature to OFF Use of TVeVCR 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 6 To record a satellite receiver program and watch a cable or off air channel 1 Turn on satellite 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 SATELLITE RECEIVER i VCRS SIGNALS TRANSMITTERS WALL 4 Position Remote Controllable Satellite Receiver CABLE OR SATELLITE SIGNAL SATELLITE RECEIVER IN FROM ANT OUT TO TV cial svoo out A R gn P Q d 7 d L f A N VIDEO E ESA ANTENNA APPENDIX A REFERENCE This section gives you some additional information about the VCR including a description of the unit s controls and display You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section in this Appendix which might help to reso
17. in the box e VCR e Remote control e RF coaxial cable STEP 2 INSTALL BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your VCR remote 1 Remove the cover of the battery compartment 2 Place batteries in the remote matching the and ends of each battery to the diagram inside the compartment 3 Replace the cover STEP 3 CONNECT YOUR VCR If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable system and then to your TV use the VCR s IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV CABLE CABLE BOX A nee jacks for a good signal as shown 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 Cc 4 z Fon ce gt TI 3 Lei el 5 FIRST THINGS FIRST 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 depending on the connection you ve chosen e If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors with RF coaxial cable set the 3CH4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4 the channel you want to use on your TV e If you connect your VCR using the AUDIO VIDEO jacks with audio video cables select the TV s video input to see the signal See the TV Owner s Manual
18. lines other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching or approaching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal Installing an outdoor antenna can be hazardous and should be left to a professional antenna installer Use 14 15 16 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges Service 17 18 19 20 Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Conditions Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel
19. the ADD REMOVE CHANNELS screen Use CHANNEL up or down or number buttons to go to the channels you want to remove or add ADD REMOVE CHANNELS ADD REMOVE CHANNELS Channet 115 Channel 115 is presently ADDED is presently REMOVED Press CLEAR to remove Press INFO to add Press MENU to exit Press MENU to exit TIME AND DATE Before you set the time and date set the Auto DST Daylight Saving Time feature to ON or OFF for your area Set Daylight Saving Time 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU Selecting Channels VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language The CHANNEL up and down buttons access those channels active in your VCR channel list You can still access channels not in the channel list by using the number buttons on the remote 4 2 3 4 5 6 7 Exit SETTING UP THE VCR 2 Press 3 to display the TIME menu TIME 1 Set Time and Date 2 Auto OST ON Press 2 to turn Auto DST ON or OFF Select ON if you want the VCR s clock to automatically adjust for daylight saving time Select OFF if you do not want the VCR s clock to adjust for daylight saving time Set the Time and Date P Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU 2 Press 3 to display the TIME menu 3 Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu SET TIME AND DATE Time Chh mm Date Press MENU to cancel 4 Enter the data us
20. the same time or eject the tape and re insert it Tracking only effects playback not recording TIME COUNTER The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a segment of a recorded tape It helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped The time counter resets to 0 00 00 whenever the tape is ejected from the VCR GO TO SEARCH Current tape counter is 2 17 25 Press REV or FWD to go to 00 Press SEARCH to exit GO TO SEARCH Searching for 0 00 00 Press SEARCH to exit OTHER FEATURES For example if you record a 30 minute program at the beginning of the tape and you want to go to the end of that program to begin another recording you would 1 Press INFO twice on the remote to display the time counter 0 30 00 Hours Minutes 2 Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0 00 00 3 Press FORWARD FWD to forward the tape until the time counter reads 0 30 00 4 Press STOP This is the approximate end of the program You may want to press PLAY to verify Now you can begin recording at this spot Seconds 5 Press INFO to remove the time counter from the screen and return to the normal display mode ON SCREEN DISPLAYS The INFO button shows the status of the VCR STOP PLAY 1 stop ch os 0 30 00 RECORD etc channel number time counter date time and tape speed on the TV screen The date and time must be set before
21. they can be displayed 1 Press INFO to see all of the on screen displays These will automatically time out after a few seconds 14 18 97 Tue 01 30PM SLP On screen display times out 2 Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on the screen This display doews not time out automatically 3 Pressing INFO a third time disables the on screen displays 2 This feature prevents you from accidently recording on screen displays while copying tapes 4 Press INFO to see all of the on screen displays again Time counter only does not time out 3 On screen display off 45 OTHER FEATURES AUDIO SET UP FEATURES The audio set up features enhance your tape playback and recordings The features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu and are shown in the displays below 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language CH zl Ohh VR UA sch Exit 2 Press 6 to display the AUDIO menu AUDIO 1 Reception STEREO 2 Tape Playback HI FI Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up RECEPTION Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio program SAP which offers a second language The 46 Reception feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record Press 1 to switch between Reception STEREO MONO and SAP e Select STEREO for normal or stereo
22. to the desired channel only if the receiver is turned on 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU On Screen Menus Not all the VCR screens are shown in this manual when explaining the features SETTING UP THE VCR VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plust Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language NA VIE WN ch Les Exit 2 Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu CHANNELS Auto Channel Search Add Remove Channels Signal Type CABLE VCR Plus Channel List Cable Box Setup DSS Setup Exit 3 Press 6 to select DSS SETUP DSS SETUP On what channel does the VCR receive signals from the DSS receiver Enter 01 125 or INPUT Press MENU to cancel 4 Enter the output channel of your satellite receiver usually 03 04 or video line input and press MENU PROG The VCR confirms that it receives all DSS signals on the specified channel DSS SETUP The VCR will now receive all signals from the DSS receiver on channel 03 Satellite Receiver Codes Press MENU to continue 5 Press MENUePROG and enter the code for your Digital Satellite Receiver from the Satellite Receiver Code List DSS SETUP Enter the code for your DSS receiver from the List in your User s Manual 00 The VCR may not be able to control all models of the brands listed Press MENU to cancel DSS is a registered trademark of DIRECTV Inc a unit of GM Hughes Electronics SETTING UP THE VCR 6 Tu
23. under the following conditions When the power supply cord or plug is damaged if liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product If the product has been exposed to rain or water If the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions Improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance such as the inability to perform basic functions this indicates a need for service Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required have the service technician verify that the replacement parts he uses have the same safety characteristics as the original parts Use of replacements specified by the product manufacturer can prevent fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks recommended by the manufacturer to determine that the product is in safe operating condition TABLE OF CONTENTS First Things Furst aneno codeareiasies 3 Setting up the VCR EEN 7 Using the Menu to Set Up Features s esresrerseresrrerroseessossessersesses 8 Language nannan a a
24. 4 TV with RF Jack and Satellite Receiver see 55 TV with Audio Video Jacks and Satellite Receiver 56 Appendix A Reference ccccccccscsssccccserscesereecerceneeees 57 Front Panel smvsnanernnanna nne e eee 58 Display Pane EE 59 Back EE 60 Troubleshooting Tips cccessescscssassssecscsssssesnsevenscusorerensecsonscoessecosaseses 6 SPS CIM CANS orain annn AAA 64 EDU Eeeg 64 Limited Warranty EE 65 FIRST THINGS FIRST HI MY NAME IS ROGER and I wrote this User s Guide It s my job to see that you have a rewarding user manual experience And think you ll be pleased with the features that can be accessed through the on screen menus READ THE FIRST THREE SECTIONS The first three sections of the manual introduce you to your VCR and show you how to set the VCR up and use the on screen menus Reading these sections gives you the basic information you need to use your VCR WHAT S LEFT The rest of the book highlights playback and recording information contains a detailed connections section and a reference section that includes troubleshooting tips limited warranty and index f 1 FIRST THINGS FIRST y San un GOMER mee F CONNECTIONS 3 VCR BASICS RECORDING PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 6 OTHER FEATURES READ ME These note boxes give you tips for your new video cassette recorder FIRST THINGS FIRST STEP 1 UNPACK THE BOX The following items come packed
25. BOS PASCSHASFSHSSHOSBSOSSETCSEHEASFOEHEETOEDERSOOEEOD ase aSoeeee SSOP PSESSSASSOSAOSSAEHSSHASSHHRSOESSESRPSETESCHASSD SOS PESSSESSESSOSSESOSHRESSHSEHHECOSHHESOHETOTASS This remote may not operate all models of the brands that are shown 38 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL A LASER DISC PLAYER OR DVD COMPONENT The VCR2eDVD button on the remote is programmed to control a VCR set to respond to the VCR2 button or an RCA ProScan or GE laser disc player If you have an RCA DVD component you can program the VCR2eDVD button to operate it 1 Turn on the component 2 Look up your component and its code number in the code list on the right 3 Press and hold the VCR2eDVD button on the remote 4 Enter the three digit code from the code list 5 Release the VCR2eDVD button and press PWR If the component turns off setup is complete OPERATE THE COMPONENT After you have set up your remote see which button will operate it 1 Point the remote at the component and press VCR2eDVD If it does not turn on press VCR2eDVD and then PWR 2 You may want to experiment to see which buttons will operate your component Try pressing buttons such as CHAN up or down RCA ProScan and GE Codes Laser Disc Player DVD Player This remote may not operate all models of the brands that are shown 39 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL A DIGITAL SATELLITE
26. CE Frame advance lets you view one stop action frame after another during playback Frame advance works best for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed 1 Press PAUSE to freeze the action 2 Press RADV each time you want to view a frame of the scene 3 Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback INDEX SEARCH The VCR has a VHS Index Search System that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording 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 1 Press STOP 2 Press SEARCH on the remote until the INDEX SEARCH menu appears on the TV screen 3 If you want to search through a certain number of index marks press two number buttons to enter the number of marks you want to search Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry 4 Press FORWARD FWD to search forward or REVERSE REV to search in reverse The VCR will locate your index mark and begin playback If you did not enter a specific index number the VCR will locate the next index mark and begin playback 5 Press STOP to stop index searching Some index marks may be missed by the VCR e Amark too close to your location on the tape e The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of five minutes or less e The first index mark on the tape when you start at th
27. ICS receiver You will need to program other manufacturer s brands RECORDING PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE OTHER FEATURES 7 CONNECTIONS 3 Vi PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE ABOUT PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE The remote is already programmed to operate most RCA ProScan and GE TVs You may program the remote to control other manufacturers brands PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL ATV H the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button the remote needs to be programmed Follow these steps to program the remote to control your particular TV 1 Turn on the TV Find your TV brand and code number s on the code list Press and hold the TV button on the remote Enter the code from the code list E E E S Release TV and then press CHAN up or down if the TV responds to the remote commands the remote is programmed i 6 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 operate your TV 1 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
28. OX SETUP The VCR will now receive all signals from the cable box on channel 04 Press MENU to continue VCR CHANNELS 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 VCR may come with a list it s possible that you may want to add or eliminate some channels depending on whether they are active Cable Box Codes General Instrument 15 23 24 25 30 36 46 12 13 34 48 37 43 46 04 05 15 23 24 25 30 36 45 46 47 07 08 19 21 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 Panasonic ccccsccsssssessesseees 03 27 39 Philips 07 08 19 21 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 Samsung Scientific Atlanta Stargate Atlanta Signature Sylvania Teknika 07 08 19 21 26 28 29 32 33 40 41 Warner Amex Zenith The VCR may not be able to control all models of the brands listed SETTING UP THE VCR To Auto Channel Search 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language 1 2 3 4 5 6 v Oo Exit 2 Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu CHANNELS Auto Channel Search Add Remove Channels Signal Type CABLE VCR Plus Channel List Cable Box Setup DSS Setup Exit 3 Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH What type of signal are you using 1 Cable TV 2 A
29. Position it on top of 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 3CH4 switch on the back of the VCR Auto TV VCR Setting CABLE CABLE BOX OR ANTENNA e Set the Auto TV VCR feature to ON 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 using one of the recording features 2 Press the TVeVCR button and select a different channel on the TV py ANTENNA TV WITH AUDIO VIDEO JACKS This connection assumes e You are connecting an antenna cable or cable box system e Your television has audio video jacks This connection provides e Stereo sound playback from VCR e Record one channel while watching another except when using a cable box for all channels To use this connection you must have e 1 coaxial cable for cable antenna connection 2 for cable box e 3 audio video cables If your cable box is remote controllable e Position it on top of 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 TVe CR
30. R Indicator flashes in display e Check to make sure there is a cassette in the VCR when a timer recording is set Time counter disappears during searching e This is normal On screen menus appear in English or French e Check Language feature No stereo sound during playback e Check to make sure the Playback HI FI LINEAR MIX feature is set to HI FI to hear stereo sound during playback e Must use the AUDIO VIDEO jacks on the back of the VCR to hear stereo sound Stereo audio too noisy e Stereo signal is weak Set Reception STEREO MONO SAP feature to MONO s Press one of the TRACKING up or down buttons to minimize the noise 63 APPENDIX A REFERENCE SPECIFICATIONS Format Record Playback System Video Signal System Antenna Tuner Type Power Requirement Power Consumption Dimensions Weight Storage Temperature Range Operating Temperature Range VHS Video 4 head Audio 2 Hi Fi record playback system EIA standard NTSC color 75 ohm external VHF UHF combined antenna terminal USA 181 channels capability 125 cable channels Canada 178 channels capability 122 cable channels AutoProgramming frequency synthesis 120V AC 60 Hz 18 watts 3 6 inches high 92 5 mm 15 inches wide 380 mm 12 4 inches deep 313 5 mm 9 2 pounds 4 2 kg 22 F to 149 F 30 C to 65 C 41 F to 104 F 5 C to 40 C Check your cable company s compatibility require
31. RECEIVER OR CABLE BOX The remote is programmed to control an RCA GE or ProScan digital satellite receiver If you have another brand of cable box or digital satellite receiver with its own remote you may be able to use the VCR s remote to operate it 1 Turn on the cable box or digital satellite receiver 2 Look up the brand and its code number s in the code list on the right 3 Press the SAT CABLE button on the remote 4 Enter the three digit code form the code list 5 Release the SATeCABLE button and press PWR or CHAN up or down to see if the cable box or receiver responds to the remote commands OPERATE THE CABLE BOX OR DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER After you have set up your remote see which buttons will operate your cable box or digital satellite receiver 1 Point the remote at the box or digital receiver and press SATeCABLE and then PWR 3 You may want to experiment to see which buttons will operate your cable box or digital satellite receiver Try pressing buttons such as CHAN up or down 40 OTHER FEATURES FEATURES TO ENHANCE VCR OPERATION Picture Search Options Tracking Time Counter On Screen Displays Audio Reception Audio Tape Playback 1 FIRST THINGS FIRST y D SETTING UP THE VCR 3 VCR BASICS RECORDING y PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 6 OTHER FEATURES 7 CONNECTIONS 41 OTHER FEATURES PICTURE SEARCH OPTIONS The most ba
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33. VCR channels list 12 VCR cleaning 64 VCR indicator 33 59 VCR MAIN MENU 6 8 10 13 14 15 16 18 23 29 30 32 46 VCR Plus channel list 30 channel list menu 16 30 menu 30 PlusCode number 31 setting up channels 16 using 30 worksheet for channels 16 Viewing channel 5 VOL buttons 24 Ww Warranty limited 65 69
34. asics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR Learning the remote control functions playing a recorded tape and recording a program should do just that A SETTING UP THE VCR However there are other features that enhance the enjoyment of your VCR but they 3 VCR BASICS aren t necessary to get you started If you want x to learn more about your VCR just keep reading RECORDING i PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 6 OTHER FEATURES cE aen F CONNECTIONS VCR Basics tells you what you need to know in order to watch a movie or tape your favorite show 21 VCR BASICS 22 REMOTE BUTTONS Your backlit remote has a light button that glows in the dark Press this button to light the buttons on the remote The remote buttons remain lit when they are pressed within a few seconds of each other When you finish the light turns off automatically to conserve battery power The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many additional components Compatible RCA ProScan and GE components work automatically Other brands may require you to program the remote COMPONENT BUTTONS AUX Used with PWR button to turn on acompatible RCA audio component i PWR Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR Also turns some compatible components on and off SAT CABLE Turns on a compatible RCA ProScan or GE digital satellite receiver Can be programmed to control different
35. brands of receivers Used with the PWR button to turn on a compatible cable box if programmed and sets the remote to control the TV 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 and sets the remote to control the TV VCR1 Turns on a compatible RCA ProScan or GE VCR and sets the remote to control the VCR VCR2eDVD Turns on a second compatible RCA ProScan or GE VCR and sets remote to control the VCR The remote must be programmed to control other brands of VCRs Also turns on and controls compatible laser disc and DVD players VCR FUNCTION BUTTONS CHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the 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 EDIT Signals two properly connected compatible VCRs to begin copying a tape OO 2WRI VCReDVD AUX TVeVCR 0 Cc ke O O G d u D m m el O m Q ay Vv Oo lt o VCR BASICS F ADV Frame Advance Lets you view one frame with each press of the button when tape is in pause FWD Foward Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches forward through a tape during playback Starts slow motion during play pause and increases slow motion speed GO BACK Switches between two channels Select one chann
36. d not set up the VCR Plus channel list you can do it now l CHANNELS 1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add Remove Channels 3 Signal Type CABLE 4 VCR Plus Channel List 1 Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU 2 Display the VCR Plus Channel List menu Channel 46 3 Go to Setting Up Your VCR if you need more information on setting up your VCR Plus channel list VCR t Channel My 5 4 3 gt gt gt 23 2 1 Using VCR Plus Use CH to select 1 Press MENU PROG to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU eee VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language EH NOUS UN sch Exit 2 Press 1 to display the VCR PLUS menu VCR PLUS Enter PlusCode number from TV Listing Press MENU to cancel VCR Plus and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation RECORDING 3 Enter the VCR PlusCode shown in your local television programming guide VCR PLUS Enter PlusCode Number from TV Listing 12876 Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU when done 4 Press MENUePROG to enter the VCR PlusCode number How often should this program record One Time Daily every day Weekdays M F Weekly Once per week Cancel S Indicate how often you want the program to be recorded Program 1 One Time Channel 03 CABLE Start Time 08 00 PM End Time 09 30 PM Start Date 10 24 97 Fri Tape Speed SLP Pr
37. dicator Time Counter or Status Displays Cassette Indicator Shows when a cassette is inserted and displays direction tape is moving Time Time Counter Channel Number Line Input indicator LINE or Status Displays Time or Time Counter Press INFO to switch between the current time and time counter Channel Number or Line Input Indicator The channel number appears when the VCR is tuned to a channel The line indicator LINE appears when the line input is selected Status Indicators Show what the VCR is doing e EJECT Ejecting tape e F FWD Fast forward e PLAY Playback e REC Record e REW Rewind e SLOW Slow motion e SEARCH or Forward or reverse search e STILL Play pause and frame advance e STOP VCR stopped e X REC Express recording TIMER Indicator Lights when VCR is turned off and set for timer recording Flashes when timer recording is set and there is no cassette in the VCR VCR Indicator Applies only if the VCR Viewing Channel is 3 or 4 Press the TV VCR button to turn on or off e VCR indicator on Picture from VCR e VCR indicator off Picture from TV channel 59 APPENDIX A REFERENCE BACK PANEL VCR IN FROM ANT OUT TO TV Gi 3CH4 Switch 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 like a VCR or camcorder when it is
38. e e The batteries may need changing e Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed e Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote Release number 1 replace the batteries and if necessary reprogram the remote e Remove all batteries for approximately 12 hours Then replace batteries and if necessary reprogram the remote Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing e Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off e Check to make sure the TV is switched to an active channel e Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct Snowy or no picture during playback e Press TVeVCR to turn VCR indicator on e Check TV channel selected 3 or 4 to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3CH4 switch en back of VCR e Check to make sure the TV s fine tuning is correct for the channel you have selected e Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor e Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input 61 APPENDIX A REFERENCE e Try another tape e Some snow streaks are normal during search stop action frame advance and stow motion playback Streaks in picture during normal playback e Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down for the best picture e 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 e The
39. e beginning of the tape INDEX SEARCH Press REV OR FWD to begin scanning OR enter a specific index number Press SEARCH to exit INDEX SEARCH Searching for index number 12 Press STOP to cancel INDEX SEARCH Searching for index marks Press STOP to cancel 43 AA OTHER FEATURES GO TO SEARCH The Go To search feature enables the VCR to quickly locate a counter reading anywhere on the tape When the VCR locates the counter reading it will begin playback 1 Press STOP 2 Press SEARCH on the remote until the GO TO SEARCH menu appears on the screen 3 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 remote to correct an entry A Press FORWARD FWD to search forward or REVERSE REV to search in reverse 5 Press STOP to stop Go To searching TRACKING Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes the streaks or snow from the picture Automatic 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 different VCR Just use the TRACKING buttons to remove the streaks or snow You can also use tracking when you pause a tape to reduce jittering 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 VCR at
40. ePROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language CH OU P LN DN Exit 2 Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu PREFERENCES Remote Control Auto Play Auto TV VCR Front Panel Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up REMOTE VCR1 VCR2 OPTION if you own a compatible 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 VCR2eLD or VCR2eDVD button to change PREFERENCES CPRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE 2 Auto Play ON 3 Auto TV VCR ON A Front Panel AUTO PREFERENCES Remote Control VCR2 Auto Play ON Auto TV VCR ON Front Panel AUTO Remote Control Option Changing the remote option to VCR2 disables the remote that came with your VCR SETTING UP THE VCR The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote s VCR2 VCR2eLD or VCR2eDVD button 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 PREFERENCES menu 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 Press 2 to switch between ON or OFF
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42. el and then select another using the number buttons Press GO BACK to switch between the two channels In menu mode press to go back to previous menu 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 connected to the audio video input jacks on the back of the VCR MENU PROG Displays VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen Used to select a menu item or exit a menu MOVE Arrow Buttons Allow you to move through the menus enter data and change settings of selected features 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 PAUSE Pauses playback or recording Press PAUSE again to return to playback or recording PLAY Plays a tape PWR Turns off the VCR when the remote is set to contro the VCR REC Starts VCR recording Also used for express recording REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches backward through a tape during playback Starts slow motion playback when tape is paused and decreases speed of slow motion playback SEARCH Displays Index and Go To Search menus on TV screen when VCR is stopped Advances the tape 30 seconds of recorded material during playback SLOW AND Used for slow motion playback Press to increase the speed or t
43. enu 13 Auto play feature 19 25 Auto TV VCR feature 19 51 52 53 54 55 56 Automatic rewind 25 Automatic tracking 24 B Back panel 60 Basic recording 25 Basics learn the 21 Batteries installing in the remote 4 Broadcast stereo TV recording 32 C Cable box codes 12 Cable box setup 10 CABLE BOX SETUP menu 11 Cables positioning 49 types of 50 Cassette indicator 59 66 CHAN buttons 22 24 36 CHANNEL buttons 58 Channe number display 59 Channel viewing 5 Channels add or remove 14 Channels list VCR 12 CHANNELS menu 9 10 13 14 16 30 Choosing a VCR connection 51 Cleaning the VCR 64 CLEAR button 22 31 32 43 44 45 Clearing programs 32 Commercial scan feature 42 Connections 49 choosing 51 TV with audio video jacks 53 TV with audio video jacks and cable box to unscram 54 TV with audio video jacks and satellite receiver 56 TV with RF jack and satellite receiver 55 TV with RF jack only 52 two VCRs 34 using audio video cables 51 Contents 1 Controls back panel 60 front panel 58 Copying and editing tapes 34 D Date and time setting 14 Digital satellite system setup 8 Displays on screen 45 59 DSS SETUP menu 9 E EJECT button 25 58 Eject tape 25 Express recording 28 INDEX F FADV button 23 43 First setup 3 First things first 3 FORWARD button 25 42 43 44 45 Frame advance 43 Front panel controls 58 Front panel display feature 20 FWD button 34 42 43 44 45 58 G GO
44. ess CLEAR to correct Press MENU to save 6 Change the speed with the SPEED button on the remote or the program end time with the CLEAR button on the remote if necessary Changing the end time comes in handy when you are recording a program such as a sporting event that may exceed the scheduled broadcast time 7 Press MENU PROG to save the program Program 1 has been saved Remember to insert a recordable tape and turn the VCR off before the program start time Press MENU to continue VCR Plus Recording Clock must be set correctly Insert a tape with the safety tab in place and enough tape to record the program The output of your cable box appears in the Channel item of the timer recording menu if you ve set up the VCR for a cable box for ail channels The correct channel and start amp stop time will also appear if the VCR is set up to control the cable box UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER PLEASE RE ENTER appears when the VCR does not recognize the PlusCode number PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you 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 flashes if there is no tape in the VCR For a cable box the VCR can control turn it on before the recording is to begin For a cable box the VCR cannot control turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before the recording is to begin
45. eturn it immediately Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them The numbers are located on the back of the product Model No _VR628HF 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 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS In addition to the careful attention devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your product safety is a major factor in the design of every product However This sheet lists important information that will hel accessory equipment Please read them carefully b installation 1 5 Read and Follow Instructions A the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated Follow all operating instructions Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference Heed Warnings Comply with all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions Polarization Grounding This product is equipped with either a polarized non polarized or a grounding type power cord plug If equipped with the non polarized type two blades of identical size the following does not apply A polarized power plug two blades one wider than the other w
46. ill fit into a power receptacle only one way This is a safety feature Do not defeat it If you are unable to insert the plug fully try reversing it or have an electrician change the receptacle If you need an extension cord use only a polarized extension cord e A grounding type power plug two blades and a round pin will fit only into a grounding type receptacle with Do not defeat it You may need an electrician to instal a grounding type receptacle If you need an extension cord use only a grounding type extension cord Power Sources This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the product s marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your dealer or local power company For products intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions Overloading Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock Overloaded AC outlets extension cords frayed power cords damaged or cracked wire insulation and broken plugs are dangerous They may result in a shock or fire hazard Periodically examine the cord and if its appearance indicates damage or deteriorated insulation have it replaced by your service technician Tocom 15154100 matching openings This is safety feature 7 10 11 11A A product and cart combination safety is your respo
47. ing menu if you ve set up the VCR for a cable box for all channels PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you 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 flashes if there is no tape in the VCR For cable box or satellite receiver the VCR can control turn it on before the recording is to begin Enter the cable or satellite channel number to be recorded in the Channel item of the timer recording menu For cable box or satellite receiver the VCR cannot control turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before the recording is to begin 29 30 RECORDING 6 Review the information to make sure it ts correct and then press MENU PROG to save Program 1 One Time Program 1 has been saved Channel 03 Cable Remember to insert a Start Time 08 00 PM recordable tape and End Time 09 30 PM turn the VCR off before Start Date 10 24 97 FRI the program start time Tape Speed SLP 1 SP 2 SLP Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to save Press MENU to continue TIMER RECORDING WITH VCR PLUS You can use VCR Plus to simplify timer programming if you have cable TV and dont receive all channels through a cable box have a cable box the VCR can control or if you get your TV signal off air VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plust Timer Recordings Time Channels Setting Up the Channel List if you di
48. ing the number buttons Press 0 before single digit numbers and follow the on screen directions SET TIME AND DATE Time 12 34 PM Date 11 18 97 Tuesday Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to set Spring forward Fall backward In the Spring daylight saving time begins on the first Sunday in April 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 within this time frame 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 Time Date Display Pressing INFO on the remote displays the time and date on the screen 15 16 SETTING UP THE VCR 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 and abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U S and Canada are provided 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Audio Language 1 2 3 A 5 7 Exit 2 Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu CHANNELS Auto Channel Search Add Remove Channels Signal Type CABLE VCR Plus Channel List Cable Box Setup DSS Setup Exit
49. instruction manual that came with that particular component ADVANTAGES OF AUDIO VIDEO CABLE CONNECTIONS Using a simple coaxial cable connection gives you good picture quality If your television has audio video jacks highly recommend using them to get even better picture quality and stereo sound when recording and playing back videotapes These connections give you more convenient operation by not having to share the TV s antenna signal DON T FORGET ABOUT THE AUTO TV VCR FEATURE The TV VCR switch controls whether the picture signal is coming from the VCR or the TV You can change the setting manually by using the TVeVCR button on the remote or you can set the Auto TV VCR feature to ON when using only IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV jacks and OFF when using the AUDIO VIDEO output jacks so your TV signal is not interrupted when the VCR is turned on 51 gt 2 CONNECTIONS TV WITH RF JACK ONLY This connection assumes e You are connecting antenna cable or cable box system e Your television has only an RF input jack This connection provides s pias S TRANSMITTERS e Mono sound playback from VCR aoe e Record one channel while watching another except when using a cable box for all channels To use this connection you must have WALL gt Y e Position Remote Controliable e 1 coaxial cable for cable or antenna connection 2 for Cable Box cable box If your cable box is remote controllable e
50. k to make sure the VCR was turned off at the time recording was to start e Check to make sure there was a tape in the VCR and the cassette s safety tab was intact e VCR ejects cassette when the end of the tape is reached during a timer recording 62 e Check to make sure VCR Plus channel setup was completed correctly APPENDIX A REFERENCE Clock shows incorrect time or date e Power interruption e Check to make sure the clock is set accurately check AM PM and date e Check Daylight Saving setting The clock may have adjusted for daylight saving time VCR makes noise when stopped e VCR is removing tape from heads This is normal The head cylinder inside the VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly e Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct e Check to make sure the Signal Type CABLE ANTENNA feature is set correctly e f Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the Auto Channel Search menu try using either CABLE TV or ANTENNA instead Tape plays back in slow motion e Press PLAY to return to normal playback Cannot select channels over 69 e Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type CABLE ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play automatically e Check to make sure the Auto Play ON OFF feature is set to ON TIME
51. lve some of those _ simple problems E Finally this section contains your warranty information a7 38 APPENDIX A REFERENCE FRONT PANEL Remote Sensor CHANNEL TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR s channel memory Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing EJECT Ejects the tape when the VCR is stopped FWD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches the picture forward during playback Starts slow motion playback during play pause and increases slow motion speed INPUT Selects between the line input and VCR s tuner Line input refers to the signal coming from the component connected to the audio video input jacks on the back of the VCR PAUSE Pauses action for viewing during playback Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes PLAY Plays a tape POWER Turns the VCR on or off RECORD Starts VCR recording Used for express recording Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote control Aim the remote at this sensor REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches the picture in reverse during playback Starts slow motion playback during play pause and decreases slow motion speed STOP Stops the normal functions such as record playback rewind fast forward or pause TVeVCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or the TV APPENDIX A REFERENCE DISPLAY PANEL Channel Number LINE Current Time Cassette in
52. m e Set Up for a Cable Box 3 VCR BASICS e Set up VCR Channel List Auto Channel Search e Set Daylight Saving Time 4 RECORDING y 3 verBasics 7 Awam y STT 6 OTHER FEATURES 7 7 CONNECTIONS e Set the Time and Date s Set up VCR Plus Channels PROGRAMMING THE s Set the Remote VCRI VCR2 feature REMOTE s Set the Auto Play feature e Set the Auto TV VCR feature 6 OTHER FEATURES s Set the Front Panel Brightness feature F CONNECTIONS SETTING UP THE VCR USING THE MENU TO SET UP FEATURES You can set up features by using the menu system The features you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR are explained in this section LANGUAGE Select your preferred language and the on screen displays will appear in that language 1 Press MENUePROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channets Preferences Audio Language So NAUS WN Exit 2 Press 7 to select the LANGUAGE menu LANGUAGE Select a language 1 gt English 2 Francais Press MENU to continue 3 Select English or Frangais French DIGITAL SATELLITE SYSTEM SETUP With this setup the VCR turns on an RCA ProScan or GE digital satellite receiver and tunes it to the desired channel at the start time of a timer recording Position the Satellite receiver on top of the VCR as shown in the Connections section For other brands the VCR tunes the receiver
53. may save you some time SETTING UP THE VCR VCR PLUS WORKSHEET Broadcast or VCR Plus Channel Channel Number Cable TV Station Number You Receive the Name Station On Two Digit VCR Plus Channel Numbers for Cable TV Canadian List 67 Allarcom Pay Television Superchannel Arts amp Entertainment Cable News Network Headline News Cable News Network 70 Canadian Home Shopping Network Canal Famille Cathay International Television Inc 68 Chinavision Canada Corp 60 Country Music Television 63 Family Channel First Choice First Choice Two First Choice Three First Choice Four House of Commons La Chaine Francaise The Learning Channel MeteoMedia The Weather Network MuchMusic Network MusiquePlus Nashville Network Newsworld CBC Le Reseau des Sports 43 The Sports Network 64 Super Ecran 37 Super Ecran B 98 Super Ecran C Telatino Network TVS Montreal Viewer s Choice Viewer s Choice 2 Viewer s Choice 3 Viewer s Choice 4 Vision TV Canada s Faith Network Youth TV Canada Inc Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on Check your local listing for broadcast or VCR Plus channel number assigned 17 KC 4 SETTING UP THE VCR ADDITIONAL SET UP FEATURES IN THE PREFERENCES MENU The features in this section are all accessed through the PREFERENCES menu 1 Press MENU
54. ments CLEANING 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 using a nonabrasive antistatic cleaner and polisher Specifications are subject to change 64 APPENDIX A REFERENCE LIMITED WARRANTY What your warranty covers e Any defect in material or workmanship For how long after your purchase e Ninety days for labor charges e One year for parts The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 gays from date of shipment to the rental firm whichever comes first What we will do e Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your VCR e Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter for the new or at our option refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR How you get service e Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter To identify your nearest Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter ask your dealer look in the Yellow Pages or call 1 800 336 1900 e Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date e Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed What your warranty does not cover e Cu
55. n the VCR are labeled IN FROM ANT and OUT TO TV The coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR s OUT TO TV jack and your TV s antenna input Audio Video Jacks and Cables RCA type The audio video jacks provide very good picture and sound quality and can be used if your TV has audio video input jacks These jacks must be used for stereo sound The VCR audio video jacks are color coded yellow for video red for right audio and Audio Video Jack white for left audio If your TV has only one input for audio mono you may need a Y adapter to hear sound from both channels 20 CONNECTIONS 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 receiver along with cable but no cable box ora satellite 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 e TV with RF jack only e TV with audio video jacks e TV with audio video jacks and cable box to unscramble pay channels only e TV with RF jack and satellite receiver e 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
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57. ng e Timer Recording a RECORDING e Timer Recording with VCR Plus Broadcast Stereo or Second Audio y Program SAP PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE e Copying and Editing Tapes y 6 OTHER FEATURES M F CONNECTIONS e Audio Only Recording RECORDING RECORDING FEATURES There are four ways to record programs e Recording lets you press one button to start recording a program See VCR Basics section e Express Recording lets you start recording a program you are watching and then set the VCR to automatically stop recording after a designated period of time e Timer Recording lets you program the VCR to automatically start and stop recording at a predetermined time e Timer Recording with VCR Plus lets you program the VCR just by entering a PlusCode number found in some TV guides EXPRESS RECORDING XPR Use express recording when you want to quickly record the remaining portion of the program you are watching 1 Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the remote 2 Press the RECORD button to begin recording 3 Repeatedly press the RECORD button to set up the recording duration Rec Ch 13 Record Length 0 00 Press REC to set Length Press REC to set Length Each time you press the RECORD button you increase the recording time up to 4 hours The VCR continues to record for the amount of time you indicate and then automatically turns off Express Recording
58. ng programs 32 Rewind automatic 25 S Safety tab 26 SAP recording 32 Satellite receiver code list 9 Search commercial scan 42 forward 42 frame advance 43 go to 44 index 43 reverse 42 slow motion 42 SEARCH button 23 42 43 44 Sensor remote 58 Set time and date manually 15 SET TIME AND DATE menu 15 Set up audio features 46 cable box 10 digital satellite system 8 first 3 language 8 using the menus 8 Signal type changing 14 selecting 14 Slow motion playback 42 Solving problems 61 Specifications 64 Speed LP 25 SLP 25 SP 25 SPEED button 23 25 28 31 33 Speeds recording 25 Status indicators EJECT 59 F FWD 59 PLAY 59 REC 59 REW 59 SEARCH and 59 STILL 59 STOP 59 X REC 59 STEREO indicator 46 STOP button 24 25 28 32 33 34 43 44 45 58 Stopping a timer recording 32 T Tab safety 26 Table of contents 1 Tape eject 25 Tape playback 47 Tape playback HIFI LINEAR and MIX 47 Tape playing a 24 Tape speeds 25 Time and date setting 14 Time counter 44 Time counter display 59 Time display 59 TIME menu 15 TIMER indicator 29 31 59 Timer recording 29 Timer recording stopping 32 TIMER RECORDINGS menu 29 32 Tips troubleshooting 61 TRACKING buttons 24 25 42 44 58 Tracking feature 44 Troubleshooting tips 61 TV button 22 36 TV programming the remote to control 36 TVeVCR button 19 24 33 51 52 53 55 56 58 Vv VCR button 19 22
59. nsibility too p to assure your enjoyment and proper use of the product and efore operating and using your product Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them Pay particular attention to cords where they are attached to plugs convenience receptacles and at the point where they exit from the product Ventilation Slots and openings in the enclosure are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable Operation of the product and to protect it from overheating These openings must not be blocked or covered These openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface This product should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register or another heat source including amplifiers This product should not be placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or equipment rack unless Proper ventilation is provided or the product manufacturer s instructions have been followed Attachments Do not use attachments unless recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable surface or support The product may fall Causing
60. ntenna 3 gt Detect Automatically O Cancel 4 Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options Choices one and two are self explanatory If you choose Detect Automatically the VCR automatically detects which signal system you have attached to your VCR AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Now scanning channel 14 Press any key to 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 CHANNEL up or down should only select the active channels 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 Auto Channel Search Use the Auto Channel Search feature to place all available channels in memory If you ever change cable or antenna signals you may need to Auto Channel Search again 13 SETTING UP THE VCR 14 To Change the Signal Type 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU 2 Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu 3 Press 3 to change the Signal Type between CABLE and ANTENNA To Add or Remove Channels 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 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU 2 Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu 3 Press 2 to display
61. o decrease the speed SPEED Selects a recording speed SP or SLP TV Buttons The TV buttons may not control all features of all models of RCA ProScan and GE TVs 23 VCR BASICS STOP Stops the current VCR function such as record playback rewind or fast forward VCR SAT CABLE TRACKING Up or Down Lets you manually reduce the streaks OYJ that may appear on the picture during play slow motion or OGO P FWD pause Reduces picture jitter during stop action playback TV VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes lt KR eS from the VCR or cable antenna system REC STOP PAUSE REV LAY Ca Cu TV FUNCTION 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 Press GO BACK to switch between the two channels INFO Shows the TV s status displays on the TV screen MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level 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 PWR Turns the TV off SLOW and Used with some TV menus to select and adjust features VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV PLAYING A TAPE 1 Tune the TV
62. omatically switches from pause to stop after a few minutes to reduce tape wear Tape Speeds 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 this speed LP Long Play Your VCR is capable of playing back tapes recorded in LP You cannot record in the LP speed SLP Super Long Play Gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP Special effects such as pause slow motion picture search and frame advance work well when you play back tapes recorded in this speed Recording Time Cassette SP SLP T 120 2Hr Gr T 160 2Hr Bir 40Min 25 VCR BASICS 26 CHECK THE SAFETY TAB No matter which recording 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 the tape simply cover the hole with vinyl tape SEVERAL RECORDING OPTIONS 1 FIRST THINGS FIRST Now that you ve gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR I ll explain the different recording features that are available to suit your needs A SETTING UP THE VCR Recording Features e Recording explained in VCR Basics section 3 VCR BASICS e Express Recordi
63. ore you connect or disconnect any cables Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks Place the audio video cables to the sides of the TV s back panel instead of straight down the middle after you connect your components Try not to coil any twin lead cables and keep them away from the audio video cables as much as possible Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with your unit Protect Your Components from Overheating Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely Do not stack components Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components T FIRST THINGS FIRST 2 SETTING UP THE VCR 3 VCR BASICS y RECORDING PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE 6 OTHER FEATURES y F CONNECTIONS 49 CONNECTIONS CONNECTING YOUR VCR Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR JACKS AND CABLES RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F type The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality and must be used if audio video connections are not available for your TV These jacks are required for antenna or cable TV connections AIR The RF jacks o
64. put on the recording VCR 4 Insert the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR Insert a blank tape with safety tab in place into the recording VCR The unauthorized recording of television programs or other materials may infringe the rights of others Caution 5 Press PLAY on the playback VCR to begin playback When you reach the point on the tape or program where you want to begin copying press PAUSE again You may need to adjust the tracking 6 Press the RECORD button then press PAUSE on the Two VCR Connection recording VCR CABLE BOX 7 Press the PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time to Log ms begin copying the tape OR ANTENNA SE 8 To edit segments that you do not want to copy PLAYBACK VCR e Press PAUSE on recording VCR to pause copying hl e Locate the next segment you want to copy on playback VCR by using FWD REV and PLAY and then press PAUSE Lon 25 CH e Press PAUSE on both VCRs at the same time to resume copying 9 Press STOP on both VCRs when you are finished RECORDING VCR 34 PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE CONTROL YOUR OTHER 1 COMPONENTS FIRST THINGS FIRST The remote can be programmed to control several components such as a television digital satellite receiver cable box laser disc player DVD 2 SETTING UP THE VCR player or RCA audio component Initially the remote is programmed to control an RCA GE or ProScan TV or digital satellite 3 VCR BAS
65. rn on your satellite receiver and tune it to channel 100 and then press MENUePROG Follow the on screen directions DSS SETUP Please turn on your DSS Receiver and tune it to channel 100 Press MENU to continue Once you have completed the setup the VCR confirms the DSS Setup is completed or canceled CABLE BOX SETUP This setup applies only when all channels are received through the cable box There are two options e The first sets up the VCR for the output channel of the cable box signal e The second sets up the VCR for remote controllable cable boxes so it can control the cable box by changing channels for timer or VCR Plus recordings Position the remote controllable cable box on top of the VCR as shown in the Connections section 1 Press MENU PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus Timer Recordings Time Channets Preferences Audio Language OH zl Dh AN P Wh Exit 2 Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu CHANNELS Auto Channel Search Add Remove Channels Signal Type CABLE VCR Plus Channel List Cable Box Setup DSS Setup Exit 10 SETTING UP THE VCR 3 4 6 Press 5 to display CABLE BOX SETUP Then select one of the three choices CABLE BOX SETUP Do you use your cable box to receive ALL channels or only SOME Channels 1 ALL channets 2 Only SOME channels 3 Cancel setup lf you selected ALL channels enter the output channel of yo
66. serious injury to a child or adult as well as serious damag to the product Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer s instructions and use only a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn fmm whl ef 2 we a 12 Outdoor Antenna Grounding f an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Section 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 1984 Section 54 of Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and _ supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding conductors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode See example below Example of Antenna Grounding 13 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE in GROUND CLAMP jil CHA ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 GROUNDING CONDUCTORS Re NEC SECTION 810 21 Det GROUND CLAMPS Le POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power
67. sic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD FWD and REVERSE REV buttons 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 best for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed 1 Press FORWARD FWD to search forward or REVERSE REV to search in reverse 2 Press FORWARD or REVERSE again or press PLAY to return to normal playback SLOW MOTION You can view a tape in slow motion from the play pause mode Slow motion works best for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed 1 Press PAUSE to freeze the action Then press FORWARD FWD or REVERSE REV to begin slow motion playback 2 Press FORWARD to increase or REVERSE to decrease the speed of the slow motion playback 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 BUTTON This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments e Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape approximately 30 seconds of recorded material Insert Tape e Press SEARCH to cancel commercial scan and return to normal playback Don t forget to insert a recorded tape when using the search features 42 OTHER FEATURES FRAME ADVAN
68. stomer instruction Your Owner s Manual clearly describes how to install adjust and operate your VCR Any additional information should be obtained from your Dealer e Installation and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR e Damage from misuse or neglect e Cleaning of video audio heads e Remote contro batteries e AVCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e AVCR purchased or serviced outside the USA e Acts of God such as but not limited to lightning damage Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your VCR It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage How state law relates to this warranty e 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 e This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information 65 INDEX 3CH4 switch 52 55 60 A Accessing menus 5 Add or remove channels 14 ADD REMOVE CHANNELS screen 14 Audio playback type 46 selecting 46 Audio features set up 46 AUDIO menu 46 Audio only playing back 33 recording 33 Audio Video jacks 33 Audio video jacks 33 51 53 54 56 60 Auto channel search 13 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH m
69. 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 ts detected again e A minus will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter reading of 0 00 00 Will not record or play e Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR e Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette e Check to make sure the tape is not broken e Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback Will not record e Check to make sure the safety tab is intact e Check to make sure the VCR is not in the line mode Press INPUT Rewind does not operate e Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound VCR Plus or timer recording not made or wrong program recorded e Check to make sure the correct VCR PlusCode is entered e Check to make sure the cable box was turned on when recording was to begin e Check to make sure the program was entered correctly wrong channel or times e 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 e Power interruption Reset the clock Check to see if time and date are correct including AM PM e Check to make sure the program did not exceed the tape s length or the tape was not rewound beforehand e Chec
70. to its line input LINE appears in display Auto TV VCR Setting e Set the Auto TV VCR feature to ON 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 satellite receiver and begin recording a program using a recording feature 2 Press TVeVCR and select a different channel on the TV To record a satellite receiver program 1 Turn on the satellite receiver tune the VCR to its line input and begin recording a program using a recording feature VCR S SIGNALS 7 TRANSMITTERS WALL Position Remote Controllable Satellite Receiver Caution The unauthorized recording of satellite broadcasts television programs or other materials may infringe the rights of others CABLE CABLE BOX OR ANTENNA SATELLITE SIGNAL SATELLITE RECEIVER KE CONNECTIONS TV WITH AUDIO VIDEO JACKS AND SATELLITE RECEIVER This connection assumes e You have an advanced satellite system e Your TV has audio video input jacks This connection provides e Stereo sound playback from VCR e Recording from receiver while watching cable or off air channel e Recording one cable or off air channel while watching another if your digital satellite receiver is remote controllable e Position it on top of the VCR as shown Make sure not to block any of the VCR s ventilation holes To use this connection you must have e 3
71. to your VCR viewing channel 3 4 or TV s video input 2 Insert a tape in the VCR f Automatic Tracking The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing back a tape recorded on another VCR Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted or the VCR s power is turned on 24 VCR BASICS 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 to position the tape Press PLAY if necessary to begin tape play Press PAUSE for stop action Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture if necessary Press STOP to stop playback AUTOMATIC REWIND The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end _ of the tape during playback While rewinding you can press POWER on the VCR OFF on the remote and the VCR will turn off after rewinding TAPE EJECT Press EJECT on the VCR 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 margin note for information about tape speed settings Press the RECORD button to begin recording Press STOP to stop recording If you just want to pause the recording for a short time during a commercial for instance press PAUSE instead of STOP Pause If you pause the VCR aut
72. ur cable box usually 03 04 or video line input and press MENU CABLE BOX SETUP On what channel does the VCR receive signals from the cable box usually 3 4 or Video Enter 01 13 or INPUT Press MENU to cancel Once you complete the setup the VCR confirms that the VCR will now receive all signals on the designated channel Press MENUePROG and select whether your cable box is remote controllable CABLE BOX SETUP Can your cable box be operated with a remote control if your cable box is remote controllable turn it on and tune it to channel 2 Press MENU PROG to continue CABLE BOX SETUP Please turn on your Cable Box and tune it to channel 2 Press MENU to continue Cable Box Setup 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 11 SETTING UP THE VCR 7 Enter the code for your cable box from the cable box code list CABLE BOX SETUP Enter the code for your cable box from the List in your User s Manual Press MENU to cancel 8 Select one of the choices and follow the on screen instructions CABLE BOX SETUP Did the cable box tune to channel 9 1 Yes setup is complete 2 No try another code 3 No cancel setup Once you have completed the setup the VCR confirms the CABLE BOX SETUP is completed or canceled CABLE B

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