RCA Cassette Player VR618HF User Guide
VR618HF  
USER’S  
GUIDE  
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER  
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Introduction  
Table of Contents  
Slow Motion______________________ 17  
Automatic Tracking _______________ 17  
Manual Tracking__________________ 17  
DISPLAY Button __________________ 18  
Time Counter_____________________ 18  
Commercial Scan _________________ 19  
Index Search _____________________ 19  
Go-To Search _____________________ 20  
Blank Search _____________________ 20  
Important Information  
Warnings______________________________ i  
Cautions ______________________________ i  
Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i  
Product Registration ____________________ i  
Hooking Up the VCR  
Choosing a Hookup ____________________ 2  
Antenna or Cable System Without a  
Cable Box _________________________ 3  
Cable System With Cable Box to  
Recording a Program  
Types of Recordings___________________ 21  
Recording Speeds _____________________ 21  
Recording Pause ______________________ 21  
Basic Recording Ð  
Unscramble All Channels ___________ 4  
Cable System With Cable Box to  
Unscramble Pay Channels___________ 5  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying  
Tapes_____________________________ 6  
Operating Instructions _____________ 21  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR  
Setting Up the VCR  
is Recording a Different Channel ____ 21  
Recording While You're Away  
Startup  
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 7  
Attach Power Cord to Back of VCR ___ 7  
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 7  
Turn on the TV ____________________ 8  
Turn on the VCR___________________ 8  
Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 8  
Add or Remove Channels from  
VCR Plus+ Recording ___________ 22-24  
Timer Recording __________________ 25  
Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or  
Timer Recordings_______________ 26  
Timer Recording From the  
VCRÕs Line Input _______________ 26  
Express Recording (XPR)_______________ 27  
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP___ 28  
Recording Audio Only_________________ 29  
Using Two VCRs for Copying  
VCR's Memory __________________ 9  
Select a Language/Choisissez une  
Langue_________________________ 9  
Set the Time and Date ______________ 9  
Use TV•VCR Button _______________ 10  
Set Auto TV/VCR Feature___________ 10  
and Editing Tapes _________________ 30  
Copy and Editing Tapes Using  
Compatible Remote________________ 30  
Using the Remote Control  
Controlling a TV ______________________ 11  
VCR Buttons_______________________ 12-13  
TV Buttons ________________________ 12-13  
References  
Specifications_________________________ 31  
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 31  
Location of Controls  
Playing a Tape  
Front Panel_______________________ 32  
Back Panel _______________________ 33  
Display Panel _____________________33  
Trouble Checks ____________________ 34-35  
Limited Warranty _____________________ 36  
Index ________________________________ 37  
Operating Instructions_________________ 14  
Using the Playback Features  
Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX  
Feature________________________ 15  
Auto Play Feature _________________ 15  
Pause for Stop-Action______________ 16  
Picture Search ____________________ 16  
Frame Advance ___________________ 16  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Choosing a Hookup  
The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and  
Advanced (B).  
The basic hookups show the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is  
the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.  
The advanced hookups show the VCR hooked up to a monitor/receiver  
(TV with audio and video jacks). This connection may improve the picture quality as well  
as convenience of operation.  
Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.  
1. How do you receive your TV signals?  
Choose one answer from below.  
A. Outside antenna Ð Turn to page 3.  
B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna Ð Turn to page 3.  
C. Cable System Ð Go to question 2.  
2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?  
Choose one answer from below.  
A. Cable without a box Ð Turn to page 3.  
B. Cable box to unscramble all the channels Ð Turn to page 4.  
C. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime,  
Cinemax, etc. Ð Turn to page 5.  
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.  
Optional Hookups  
How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?  
A. Select a hookup by answering the questions above.  
B. Then modify the connections as shown on page 6.  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box  
A. Basic hookup.  
A
Use this hookup for a simple connection  
which requires fewer accessories.  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
300/75 Ohm  
Adapter  
Back of VCR  
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the  
ANTENNA  
L
OR  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
AUDIO  
2. Connect as shown.  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
75 to 75/300 Ohm  
Separator  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality, hi-fi stereo sound, and more  
convenient operation Ñ use of TV•VCR  
button not required.  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
300/75 Ohm  
Adapter  
Back of VCR  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
L
ANTENNA  
OR  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and  
right channels.  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
AUDIO  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
Audio/Video Cables  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
Continue to page 7.  
3.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
You will tune the TV to its video input to  
watch the VCR.  
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See  
RIGHT  
page 10.  
OUT AUDIO  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
L /  
MONO  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels  
A. Basic hookup.  
A
Use this hookup for a simple connection  
which requires fewer accessories.  
From Cable  
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Back of VCR  
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
ANTENNA  
L
2. Connect as shown.  
Cable Box  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
AUDIO  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
cable box.  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
75 to 75/300 Ohm  
Separator  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality, hi-fi stereo sound, and more  
convenient operation Ñ use of TV•VCR  
button not required.  
Cable Box  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
1. Connect as shown.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Back of VCR  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and  
right channels.  
IN  
MONO  
FROM  
L
L
ANTENNA  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
3
4
AUDIO  
cable box.  
Continue to page 7.  
3.  
Audio/Video Cables  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
You will tune the TV to its video input to  
watch the VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See  
page 10.  
RIGHT  
OUT AUDIO  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
Caution: The unauthorized recording  
of satellite broadcasts, television  
programs, or other materials may  
infringe the rights of others.  
L /  
MONO  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels  
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)  
A. Basic hookup.  
A
Use this hookup for a simple connection  
which requires fewer accessories.  
From Cable  
Back of VCR  
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
Cable Box  
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
L
ANTENNA  
IN  
OUT  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
2. Connect as shown.  
AUDIO  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
cable box.  
75 to 75/300 Ohm  
Separator  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality, hi-fi stereo sound, and more  
convenient operation Ñ use of TV•VCR  
button not required.  
Cable Box  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
Signal  
Splitter  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Back of VCR  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and  
right channels.  
IN  
MONO  
FROM  
L
L
ANTENNA  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
AUDIO  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
cable box.  
Audio/Video Cables  
Continue to page 7.  
3.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
(supplied)  
You will tune the TV to its video input to  
watch the VCR. All pay channels are  
viewed through the VCR.  
RIGHT  
OUT AUDIO  
IN  
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
L /  
MONO  
page 10.  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes  
A
Option A hookup.  
Use this hookup for a simple connection which  
requires fewer accessories.  
Playback VCR  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
L
ANTENNA  
and then modify with this connection.  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback  
3
4
AUDIO  
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.  
You will tune the recording VCR to this channel  
to receive the signal from the playback VCR.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
Recording VCR  
3. Connect as shown.  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
L
ANTENNA  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
AUDIO  
Continue to page 7.  
5.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
or  
Use the previously selected  
hookup to the TV.  
B
Option B hookup.  
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy  
quality, hi-fi stereo sound, and more convenient  
operation Ñ use of TV•VCR button not required.  
Playback VCR  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
L
ANTENNA  
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
and then modify with this connection.  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
AUDIO  
2. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Recording  
VCR  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
If your other VCR is not stereo, plug it into the  
AUDIO L (MONO) jack of this VCR to hear  
sound from both left and right channels.  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
L
ANTENNA  
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
R
R
VIDEO  
IN  
OUT  
OUT  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
TO  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
TELEVISION  
3
4
AUDIO  
You will select the line (audio/video)  
input on the recording VCR to receive the  
signal from the playback VCR.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
or  
Caution: The unauthorized recording  
of satellite broadcasts, television  
programs, or other materials may  
infringe the rights of others.  
Use the previously selected  
hookup to the TV.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
1. Check accessories with VCR.  
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.  
POWER  
TV  
1
VCR  
2
TV•VCR  
3
6
CHANNEL  
4
5
7
8
9
RF Coaxial Cable  
(Stock No. 221396)  
2 “AAA” Batteries  
VOLUME  
INPUT  
PREV CH  
0
MENU  
PROG  
CLEAR DISPLAY MUTE  
SLOW  
TRACKING  
FF  
REW  
PLAY  
STOP  
RECORD  
PAUSE  
SPEED  
F.ADV SEARCH  
Power Cord  
(Stock No. 218104)  
Remote  
(Stock No. 233583)  
2. Attach power cord to back of VCR.  
1st  
2nd  
3. Insert batteries in remote.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
4. Turn on the TV.  
A. Turn on the TV.  
B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV  
to the channel selected with the CH3 CH4 switch  
on back of VCR.  
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the  
TV to the TVÕs video input. (See TV ownerÕs  
manual for details.)  
5. Turn on the VCR.  
A. Press VCR on the remote.  
6. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.  
The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power  
interruption, the VCR will display a message on the TV  
screen prompting you to Auto-Search Channels for the  
VCR. If the message does not appear, go to step A  
below. If the message appears, follow the directions on  
the screen.  
Auto-Search Channels  
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This  
takes about one to two minutes. The TV will then tune  
to the lowest channel found. Pressing CHANNEL up or  
down will select only the active channels.  
Connect antenna cable...  
then press CH UP.  
If you ever need to manually Auto-Search Channels  
because you change cable or antenna signals:  
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on  
the TV screen. If this menu does not appear:  
¥ Make sure TV is tuned to same channel as the  
CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the VCR or the  
TVÕs video input (refer to TVÕs manual).  
¥ Press VCR, then press MENU again.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
4 Channels  
¥ If you use a basic hookup, check VCR indicator  
in display panel Ð it should be on. Press  
TV•VCR to turn it on.  
¥ Check the connections.  
CHANNELS  
B. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.  
C. Press 1 to begin Auto Channel Search.  
1 Auto Channel Search  
2 Add/Remove Channels  
3 Signal Type:  
CABLE  
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List  
The VCR automatically selects CABLE (cable TV)  
or ANTENNA. If you need to change the setting  
manually, press 3.  
0 Exit  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
7. Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory.  
You may want to add or remove channels if some of the  
channels are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want  
to watch them.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
4 Channels  
We recommend channels be placed in memory using the Auto  
Channel Search feature described on the previous page before  
adding or removing channels. Channels 2-13 and L1 were  
placed in memory at the factory.  
CHANNELS  
A. Press VCR on the remote.  
1 Auto Channel Search  
2 Add/Remove Channels  
B. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on  
the TV screen.  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
C. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.  
D. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS menu.  
E. Follow the directions on the screen.  
Channel 08  
is presently ADDED  
Press CLEAR to remove  
Press MENU to exit  
F. Add or remove more channels by entering channel  
numbers or using CHANNEL up or down.  
8. Select a language./Choisissez une langue.  
You can select the language for the displays on the VCR.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
4 Channels  
A. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
5 Preferences  
6 Language/Langue  
B. Press 6 to display the LANGUAGE menu.  
LANGUAGE  
C. Select English or French.  
Select a Language.  
¥
¥
Press 1 to select English.  
Press 2 to select Fran•ais.  
1>English  
2 Fran•ais  
Press MENU to continue  
9. Set the time and date.  
When you first turn on the VCR, --:-- appears in the  
clock area of the VCRÕs display panel.  
VCR  
SLP  
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
on the TV screen.  
B. Press 3 to display SET TIME AND DATE.  
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the  
SET TIME AND DATE  
remote.  
Time --:--  
(hh:mm)  
¥ Press 0 before single-digit numbers.  
Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7 for a time of  
5:07. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM.  
Date --/--/--  
¥ Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.  
Press MENU to exit  
D. Press MENU on remote to remove SET TIME AND DATE  
from the TV screen and start the clock. The time will  
appear in the VCRÕs display panel and the time and date  
will appear on the TV screen when you press DISPLAY.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
10. Use TV•VCR button.  
Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.  
When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button  
lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR  
or the picture from the TV channel. This button lets you  
record a program on the VCR while watching another  
channel on the TV. Details are on page 21.  
A. Press VCR to set the remote to control the VCR.  
B. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.  
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.  
C. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on  
the VCR.  
The channel number changes in the display panel.  
D. Press TV•VCR to see the TV channels.  
The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.  
Change channels using the TVÕs remote.  
E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel Ñ CH3 or  
CH4.  
F. Press VCR, then TV•VCR to switch back to the picture  
from the VCR.  
11. Set Auto TV/VCR feature.  
If you used one of the basic hookups and did not connect  
the audio/video jacks of the VCR to the TV, leave the  
Auto TV/VCR feature set to ON.  
If you have connected your VCR using the audio/video  
input of your TV, you can prevent the VCR indicator from  
turning on automatically and interrupting the cable or  
antenna signal to your TV.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
A. Press MENU on the remote to see VCR MAIN MENU  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
on the TV screen.  
4 Channels  
B. Press 5 to display PREFERENCES.  
5 Preferences  
C. Press 3 to select Auto TV/VCR: ON or OFF.  
PREFERENCES  
¥ Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and  
watch the VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. The  
VCR will automatically switch the TV¥VCR setting  
to VCR every time the VCR is turned on, a tape  
with the safety tab removed is inserted, or you  
press PLAY.  
1 Remote Control: VCR1  
2 Auto Play:  
ON  
ON  
3 Auto TV/VCR:  
0 Exit  
¥ Select OFF if you used one of the advanced  
hookups and watch your VCR on the video input  
channel of your TV. The VCR indicator will not  
turn on automatically and the signal from your  
antenna or cable to your TV will not be interrupted.  
Pressing TV•VCR on the remote will still turn the  
VCR indicator on or off and switch the antenna  
system.  
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Using the Remote Control  
Controlling a TV  
The VCRÔs remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible  
RCA, ProScan, or GE TV. The remote can also be set up to control other  
manufacturerÔs brands. To program the remote, use the remote buttons that  
correspond to your brand.  
Program the Remote for a TV  
1. Turn on the TV.  
Remote  
Code  
Remote  
Code  
2. Point the VCRÕs  
Brand *  
Brand *  
remote at the TV.  
Akai  
AOC  
03  
06  
06  
06  
06  
06  
01,06  
06  
06  
NAD  
NEC  
Panasonic  
Philco  
07  
06  
04,11  
04,06  
03,04,06  
06  
06  
01  
06  
11  
3. Hold the TV button  
and press two  
Candle  
Citizen  
Colortyme  
Concerto  
Curtis Mathes  
Daewoo  
Daytron  
Electrohome  
Emerson  
Envision  
Fisher  
number buttons for  
your brand. If the  
TV changes  
channels when the  
CHAN up or down  
button is pressed,  
set up is complete.  
Philips  
Pioneer  
Portland  
ProScan  
Proton  
Quasar  
Radio Shack  
RCA  
Realistic  
Sampo  
Samsung  
Sanyo  
06  
06  
01,05,13  
01,06  
05  
4. Release the buttons.  
05,06  
05,08  
00,01,06,11  
06  
06  
06  
5. Repeat steps 2 – 4  
with two other  
GE  
06  
Goldstar  
Hallmark  
Hitachi  
Infinity  
J C Penney  
JBL  
06,09  
05,08  
01,05,06,07,  
08,10,  
06,13  
03  
buttons if the first  
ones do not work.  
Sears  
04  
00,01,06,09  
04  
Sharp  
Sony  
Jensen  
JVC  
06  
Soundesign  
Sylvania  
Technics  
Techwood  
Teknika  
TMK  
Toshiba  
Universal  
Victor  
06  
04,06  
11  
06  
06  
06  
05,07,09  
00  
10,11  
03,06  
06  
04  
06  
04,05,07  
04,06  
04  
04,06,12  
06  
Kawasho  
Kenwood  
Loewe  
Luxman  
LXI  
Magnavox  
Marants  
Marantz  
MGA  
Helpful Hint: Notice the difference  
between the TV and VCR on-screen  
displays. This is one way to tell if the  
remote is set to control the VCR or the TV.  
10  
Wards  
00,01,04,06,  
13  
Mitsubishi  
MTC  
06,12  
06  
Zenith  
02  
* The remote may not be able to control every  
model TV of the brands listed.  
Operate the TV  
After you have set up your remote to control your TV, test the TV buttons  
to see which ones operate your TV.  
1. Point the remote at the TV and press TV.  
2. If TV does not turn on in step 1, press TV and then POWER.  
3. Use the ÒTV Function ButtonsÓ as described on page 13.  
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Using the Remote Control  
Buttons  
Component Buttons  
Press one of the buttons to set the remote to operate that component.  
VCR  
TV  
Turns on a compatible RCA,  
ProScan, or GE VCR and sets  
remote to control the VCR.  
Turns on a compatible RCA,  
ProScan, or GE TV and sets the  
remote to control the TV.  
POWER  
VCR  
2
TV•VCR  
TV  
1
Used with POWER button to turn  
on another brand of TV, other  
than RCA, when the remote is  
programmed to control that TV.  
See page 11.  
3
6
CHANNEL  
4
5
7
8
9
VOLUME  
INPUT  
PREV CH  
0
VCR Function Buttons  
Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR to use the function buttons.  
MENU  
PROG  
CLEAR DISPLAY MUTE  
CHANNEL Up or Down  
Selects next higher or lower  
channel in the VCRÕs channel  
memory.  
MENU PROG  
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
SLOW  
TRACKING  
Removes a menu from the  
screen.  
CLEAR  
REW  
PLAY  
STOP  
FF  
Resets time counter to 0:00:00.  
Used to program the VCR.  
Allows you to change entries  
when setting the clock or VCR for  
a VCR Plus+ or timer recording.  
Numbers (0 through 9)  
Select a channel up to 99 by  
pressing two numbers.  
RECORD  
PAUSE  
DISPLAY  
Shows VCR operating displays  
on the TV screen.  
Select a cable channel over 99 by  
pressing and holding 1 until 1– –  
appears on the screen. Then  
press the other two numbers.  
Displays the time counter.  
SPEED  
F.ADV SEARCH  
PAUSE  
F.ADV (Frame Advance)  
Lets you view one frame with  
each press of the button while the  
tape is paused.  
Pauses action for viewing during  
playback.  
Pauses recording to prevent  
recording of unwanted scenes.  
FF (Fast Forward)  
Fast forwards the tape when the  
VCR is stopped.  
PLAY  
Plays a tape.  
Searches the picture in forward  
motion during playback.  
POWER  
Turns off VCR when remote is set  
to control the VCR.  
INPUT  
Turns the line input on or off.  
L1 appears in VCRÕs display  
panel and VIDEO appears on TV  
screen.  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
Switches between two channels.  
Select one channel and then use  
the number buttons to select  
another. Press PREV CH to  
switch between the two  
channels.  
Line input refers to the signal  
coming from the component  
connected to the audio/video  
input jacks on the back.  
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Buttons  
VCR Function Buttons  
(continued)  
RECORD  
SLOW – / +  
TV•VCR  
Starts VCR recording.  
Used for slow-motion playback.  
Switches the picture signal so  
that it either comes from the VCR  
or the TV channel. See page 10.  
Used for express recording (XPR).  
See page 27.  
SPEED (Tape Speed)  
Selects a recording speed  
(SP, LP, or SLP).  
REW (Rewind)  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
STOP  
Stops the normal functions such as  
record, playback, rewind, fast  
forward, and pause.  
Searches the picture in reverse  
motion during playback.  
SEARCH  
Displays INDEX, GO-TO, and  
BLANK SEARCH menus on TV.  
TRACKING Up and Down  
Lets you manually reduce the  
streaks that may appear on the  
picture during play or pause.  
Lets you advance tape 60 or 120  
seconds during playback.  
Reduces picture ÒjitterÓ during  
stop-action playback.  
TV Function Buttons  
Press the TV button to set remote to control a compatible TV. Some buttons may not work with every TV.  
MUTE  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
Switches between two channels.  
CHANNEL Up or Down  
Selects next higher or lower  
channel in the TVÕs channel  
memory when remote is set to  
control a TV.  
Turns the TV sound on or off.  
Select one channel and then use the  
number buttons to select another.  
Press PREV CH to switch between  
the two channels.  
Numbers (0 through 9 )  
Select a channel up to 99 by  
pressing two numbers.  
CLEAR  
Select a cable channel over 99 by  
pressing and holding 1 until 1– –  
appears on the screen. Then press  
the other two numbers.  
Removes menus or status displays  
from the screen.  
Works as an ENTER key on some  
TVs.  
DISPLAY  
SLOW – / +  
Used with the TVÕs menus to select  
and adjust features.  
Shows the status displays on the  
screen.  
POWER  
Turns off a compatible TV when  
remote is set to control TV.  
Removes menus or displays from  
the screen.  
VOLUME Up and Down  
Raises and lowers sound.  
Used with TV button to turn on a  
compatible TV, other than RCA,  
when the remote is programmed to  
control that TV. See page 11.  
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Playing a Tape  
Operating Instructions  
To Play a Tape  
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TVÕs video input  
to see the picture from the VCR.  
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.  
VCR automatically turns on. The cassette-in  
indicator  
lights, and the VCR indicator lights if the Auto TV/VCR feature  
is set to ON. The tape automatically begins playback if the  
safety tab on the cassette has been removed and the auto play  
feature is turned on.  
POWER  
EJECT  
PLAY  
STOP  
FWD  
REW  
PAUSE  
RECORD  
Safety Tab  
3. Press PLAY, if necessary. PLAY appears in the VCRÕs display  
panel.  
4. Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the  
picture, if necessary. Details are on page 17.  
5. Press STOP.  
6. Press REW. REW will appear in the VCRÕs display panel.  
The VCR will automatically rewind 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.  
7. Press EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely  
rewound.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature  
The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The Hi-Fi sound is recorded  
on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track.  
To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a stereo television or amplifier/receiver using the audio/video  
jacks. The Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature lets you select which audio you play back.  
To Select Playback Sound  
1. Press MENU to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV  
screen.  
2. Press 7 to see the AUDIO menu on the TV screen.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
3. Press 2 to switch between HI-FI, LINEAR, or MIX  
sound.  
4 Channels  
5 Preferences  
6 Language/Langue  
7 Audio  
¥ Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the  
Hi-Fi track and for normal use.  
The HIFI indicator lights in the VCRÕs display  
AUDIO  
panel when you play back hi-fi.  
1 Reception:  
STEREO  
2 Tape Playback: HI-FI  
¥ Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded  
on the linear monaural track, such as a second  
audio program (SAP).  
0 Exit  
The HIFI indicator turns off in the VCRÕs display  
panel.  
¥ Select MIX to play back the sound recorded on  
both the linear track and the Hi-Fi track, sound-  
on-sound.  
The HIFI indicator turns off in the VCRÕs display  
panel.  
Auto Play Feature  
This feature lets you tell the VCR whether you want it to automatically start  
playing a tape that is inserted with the safety tab removed.  
1. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN  
MENU on the TV screen.  
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
4 Channels  
5 Preferences  
PREFERENCES  
1 Remote Control: VCR1  
2 Auto Play:  
3 Auto TV/VCR:  
ON  
ON  
0 Exit  
3. Press 2 to select Auto Play: ON or OFF.  
¥ Select ON to have a tape with its safety tab  
removed start playing automatically.  
¥ Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its  
safety tab removed to start playing  
automatically.  
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Using the Playback Features  
Pause for Stop Action  
This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the  
scene. Stop action works best for tapes recorded in the SP and SLP speed.  
1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.  
STILL appears in the VCRÕs display panel.  
2. Press TRACKING up or down to reduce any  
jittering of the picture.  
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback.  
The VCR will automatically switch from stop-  
action playback to stop after a few minutes.  
Picture Search  
You can search a picture during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding the  
tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best for  
tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed.  
Fast Forward Search  
1. During playback, press FF on the remote or  
FWD on the VCR to search forward at a faster-  
than-normal speed.  
SRCH+ appears in the VCRÕs display panel.  
2. To return to playback, press FF on the remote,  
FWD on the VCR, or PLAY.  
Rewind Search  
1. During playback, press REW to search in reverse  
at a faster-than-normal speed.  
SRCH– appears in the VCRÕs display panel.  
2. To return to playback, press REW or PLAY.  
Frame Advance  
Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another. Frame  
advance works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed.  
1. Press PAUSE to stop the action.  
2. Press F.ADV each time you want to view a frame  
of the scene.  
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to resume normal  
playback.  
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Using the Playback Features  
Slow Motion  
You can view the picture in slow motion during play or play pause.  
SLOW – and + allow you to change the speed. Sound is turned off during slow-  
motion playback. Slow motion works best in the SP or SLP speed.  
1. During playback, press SLOW + or – to start  
slow-motion playback.  
SLOW appears in the VCRÕs display panel.  
2. Press SLOW + to increase the speed or – to  
decrease the speed.  
3. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any  
streaks from the picture.  
4. Press PLAY to return to playback.  
The VCR will automatically switch from slow-  
motion playback to stop after a few minutes.  
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 VCRÕs power is turned on.  
Manual Tracking  
Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on  
a different VCR or camcorder. The TRACKING buttons on the remote or VCR  
are used when playing a tape. They have no effect during recording.  
¥ When streaks or snow appear, press  
TRACKING up or down for the best possible  
picture.  
¥ Press TRACKING up or down during stop-  
action pause to reduce picture ÒjitterÓ.  
¥ Press both TRACKING buttons at the same time  
to turn automatic tracking back on or eject the  
tape and re-insert it.  
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Using the Playback Features  
DISPLAY Button  
STOP CH 05 0:30:00  
1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the  
VCR, channel number, time counter, date,  
time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The  
time will appear in the display panel.  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Status Displays  
Will Time Out  
The time and date must be set before they are  
displayed. If you do not press DISPLAY again,  
these displays will time out.  
11/18/96 Mon 01:30AM SLP  
2. Press DISPLAY again to have only the time  
counter remain on the TV screen. The time  
counter will appear instead of the time in the  
VCRÕs display panel.  
0:30:00  
Hours  
Minutes  
3. Press DISPLAY again to remove the time  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Again  
Seconds  
counter from the TV screen.  
Time Counter Only  
Will Not Time Out  
The time counter will remain in the VCRÕs  
display panel and no status displays will  
appear on the TV screen. This is convenient  
for editing or copying tapes.  
4. Press DISPLAY again to return to the normal  
status displays.  
No Displays  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Again  
The time will appear in the VCRÕs display  
panel.  
Turning off the VCR automatically returns the  
displays to normal.  
Time Counter  
The time counter shows the elapsed time it takes to record a program or play  
back a segment of a prerecorded 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.  
For example, if a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the  
tape, you would:  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape. Make sure the  
tape is rewound. Press STOP.  
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time  
counter on the TV screen.  
3. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to  
0:00:00.  
4. Press FF on remote or FWD on the VCR to fast  
forward the tape until the time counter reads  
0:30:00. Press STOP.  
This is the approximate end of the program  
and you can begin recording at this spot.  
5. Press DISPLAY twice to remove the time  
counter from the screen and return to the  
normal displays.  
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Using the Playback Features  
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button)  
This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments.  
1. Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape  
approximately 60 seconds.  
2. Press SEARCH twice during playback to advance the tape  
approximately 120 seconds.  
Index Search  
The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Search SystemÓ that automatically records an index mark on the tape  
every time you begin recording a program. During playback you can locate the program you want  
to play by the number of index marks.  
The VCR will automatically locate the index number you select. The VCR will search forward or  
reverse from the location you are on the tape.  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.  
2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX  
SEARCH menu on the TV screen.  
INDEX SEARCH  
Enter Index Number  
01  
Press FWD or REW  
Press SEARCH to exit  
3. Press two number buttons to enter the number of index  
marks you want the VCR to search.  
Press CLEAR to correct an entry.  
4. Press FF on remote or FWD on the VCR to search forward  
or press REW to search in reverse.  
The time counter is displayed in the upper right corner of  
the TV screen during search.  
0:30:00  
5. Press STOP to stop index searching.  
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR.  
¥ A mark too close to your location on the tape.  
¥ The mark at the beginning of a recorded  
segment of five minutes or less.  
¥ The first index mark on the tape when you  
start at the beginning of the tape.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Go-To Search  
The go-to search feature allows you to locate a counter reading on the tape and  
automatically begins playing back the tape.  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.  
2. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the GO-TO  
SEARCH menu on the TV screen.  
GO-TO SEARCH  
Current tape counter is  
2:17:25  
Press REW or FF to go to  
0:00:00  
Press SEARCH to exit  
3. Press number buttons to enter the hour(s) and minute(s) of  
the time counter reading you want the VCR to search.  
Press CLEAR to correct an entry.  
4. Press FF on the remote or FWD on the VCR to search  
forward or REW to search in reverse.  
The time counter is displayed in the upper right corner of  
the TV screen during search.  
5. Press STOP to stop go-to searching.  
Blank Search  
The VCR searches for blank portions of the tape that are more than six seconds in length.  
1. Insert the tape and press STOP.  
2. Press SEARCH on the remote three times to display the  
BLANK SEARCH menu on the TV screen.  
BLANK SEARCH  
Press FF to begin  
Searching for blank  
section of tape.  
Press SEARCH to exit  
3. Press FF to begin searching for six seconds of blank tape.  
A message appears on the screen if a blank area is not  
found.  
4. Press STOP to stop blank searching.  
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Recording a Program  
Types of Recordings  
Your VCR provides different types of recording. These types are explained in the following sections:  
Basic Recording Ð Operating Instructions  
Recording While You're Away  
VCR Plus+ Recording  
Express (XPR) Recording  
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or  
SAP (Second Audio Program)  
Recording Audio Only  
Timer Recording  
Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes  
Recording Speeds  
Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP, LP, or SLP). The speed you select appears on the  
TV screen and in the VCRÕs display panel. The VCR automatically selects the playback speed (SP, LP, or SLP).  
SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording.  
Cassette  
Type  
T120  
Recording Time  
That is why most prerecorded, rental tapes are  
recorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded on  
the tape. Special effects such as pause, slow motion,  
picture search, and frame advance work well.  
SP  
LP  
SLP  
6Hr  
2Hr  
4Hr  
T160  
2Hr 40Min 5Hr 20Min 8Hr  
LP (Long Play) gives twice the recording time of tapes recorded  
in SP. Special effects in playback are not recommended in LP.  
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.  
Recording Pause  
This feature allows you to prevent recording short passages of unwanted material.  
Press PAUSE during recording to stop and start recording. REC P appears in  
the VCRÕs display panel.  
The VCR will automatically switch from pause to stop after a few minutes.  
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions  
To Make a Recording  
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input channel.  
1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.  
The cassette-in indicator  
lights in the VCRÕs display panel.  
2. Press VCR to set remote to control VCR.  
3. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears in  
the VCRÕs display panel. If not, press TV•VCR to turn it on.  
4. Select recording speed using SPEED on the remote.  
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCRÕs display panel and on the  
TV screen.  
5. Select the channel to be recorded.  
The channel number appears in the VCRÕs display panel and on the TV  
screen.  
6. Press RECORD to begin recording. REC appears in the VCRÕs display  
panel while the VCR is recording.  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel  
1. Follow steps 1 through 6 above.  
2. If using one of the basic hookups, press TV•VCR to switch to the TV  
channel. The VCR indicator will turn off in the display panel.  
3. Press TV to set the remote to control TV functions for a compatible TV.  
4. Select the channel you want to watch with the TVÕs channel buttons.  
5. Press STOP when recording is finished.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+* Recording)  
VCR Plus+ Setup for Antenna or Unscrambled Cable Systems  
(Not Requiring a Cable Box)  
A VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned for each broadcast or cable channel. These  
numbers are listed in most publications that list PlusCode* numbers.  
1. Prepare the worksheet on the opposing page for the  
VCR Plus+ channels that are different than the  
channels you receive them on. Refer to the chart  
below for standardized VCR Plus+ channel numbers.  
Broadcast or Cable-TV  
Station Name  
VCR Plus+  
Channel Number  
Channel Number You  
Receive This Station On  
HBO  
ESPN  
ABC  
FOX  
33  
See Note 1  
See Note 1  
See Note 1  
See Note 1  
34  
See Note 2  
See Note 2  
Note 1: Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on.  
Note 2: Check your local listing for the broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned to this station.  
2. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR  
VCR MAIN MENU  
MAIN MENU on the TV screen.  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
4 Channels  
3. Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu.  
4. Press 4 to display VCR Plus+ Channel List menu.  
5. Using your worksheet, press two numbers to enter  
each channel number you receive on a different  
channel than the assigned VCR Plus+ channel  
number.  
CHANNELS  
1 Auto Channel Search  
2 Add/Remove Channels  
3 Signal Type:  
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List  
CABLE  
Press CHANNEL up or down to move the numbers  
up or down on the menu.  
VCR+ Channel My Channel  
5
4
--  
--  
Press CLEAR on the remote to erase a number.  
3 -> -> -> --  
2
1
--  
--  
6. Press MENU when you are finished.  
Auto channel search must be performed before  
setting the VCR Plus+ channel list.  
Use CHAN up/dn to select  
Press 0-9 to change  
Press MENU to exit  
Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TV  
58 The Movie Channel  
48 Music Television  
49 The Nashville Network  
38 Nickelodeon  
65 MeteoMedia/The Weather Network  
48 MuchMusic Network  
55 MusiquePlus  
52 Nashville Network  
73 Newsworld/CBC  
53 Le Reseau des Sports  
43 The Sports Network  
64 Super Ecran  
37 Super Ecran B  
98 Super Ecran C  
66 Telatino Network  
46 TV5 Montreal  
92 Viewer's Choice 1  
93 Viewer's Choice 2  
94 Viewer's Choice 3  
95 Viewer's Choice 4  
71 Vision TV: Canada’s Faith Network  
38 Youth TV, Canada Inc  
U.S.A. List  
Canadian List  
35 American Movie Classics  
39 Arts & Entertainment  
57 Black Entertainment  
54 Bravo  
67 Allarcom Pay Television/Superchannel  
44 Arts & Entertainment  
72 Cable News Network-Headline News  
61 Cable News Network  
70 Canadian Home Shopping Network  
56 Canal Famille  
64 Nostalgia Television  
99 Quality Value Cable  
41 Showtime  
42 Cable News Network  
45 Cinemax  
98 Cinemax 2  
97 Showtime 2  
69 Cathay International Television Inc  
68 Chinavision Canada Corp  
60 Country Music Television  
63 Family Channel  
59 Sports Channel  
52 Turner Network Television  
44 USA Network  
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  
51 The Learning Channel  
46 Lifetime  
62 Video Hits 1  
62 First Choice  
93 Viewer’s Choice 1  
94 Viewer’s Choice 2  
55 WGN Chicago  
96 First Choice Two  
97 First Choice Three  
99 First Choice Four  
43 WTBS Atlanta  
60 WWOR New York  
90 House of Commons  
91 La Chaine Francaise  
51 The Learning Channel  
*VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.  
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TM  
VCR Plus+ Channel Worksheet  
Use this worksheet to create a list from which you can set up your VCR Plus+ channel list.  
VCR Plus+  
Channel Number*  
Channel Number You  
Receive This Station On**  
Broadcast or Cable TV  
Station Name  
(See Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Chart)  
(Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.)  
*Check your local listing for VCR Plus+ channel numbers assigned to network stations.  
**Check your local or cable listing for the channel numbers to enter in this column.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+ Recording)  
The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one  
year period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program, make sure that:  
¥ The clock is set correctly.  
¥ A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record the programs.  
¥ The remote is set to control the VCR Ñ using VCR.  
¥ The VCR is setup for VCR Plus+ programming.  
¥ If you do not use a cable box for all channels, complete VCR Plus+ setup on pages 22-23.  
Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording  
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
2. Press 1 to display the VCR PLUS+ menu.  
3. Press numbers on the remote to enter the PlusCode number  
for the program you want to record. PlusCode numbers are  
found in most local TV listings.  
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
4. Press MENU to enter the program.  
1 VCR Plus+  
If the VCR does not recognize the PlusCode number,  
Unrecognized number... Please re-enter appears on the TV  
VCR PLUS+  
screen. Check the number and enter it again.  
Enter PlusCode number  
(from TV listing)  
5. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.  
-
1 One time Ð single program recorded once.  
2 Daily Ð program recorded at same time every day.  
How often should this  
program record?  
3 Weekdays Ð program recorded at same  
time Monday through Friday.  
1 One Time  
2 Daily (every day)  
3 Weekdays (M-F)  
4 Weekly (Once per week)  
4 Weekly Ð program recorded at same time  
once a week.  
6. To select a different recording speed from the one flashing,  
Program 1 (One Time)  
press 1 for SP, 2 for LP, 3 for SLP, or SPEED.  
Channel  
Start Time 02:10 PM  
End Time 03:35 PM  
08  
7. Press CLEAR if you want to change the program end time.  
This feature allows you to extend the recording time on VCR  
Plus+ programs. This option may be useful when recording  
programs such as sporting events that could go past  
scheduled broadcast times.  
Start Date 11/18/96 Mon  
Tape Speed SLP  
1=SP 2=LP 3=SLP  
Press CLEAR to correct  
Press MENU to save  
8. Press MENU to enter your program. A reminder appears  
which will time out.  
PROGRAMS OVERLAP may appear on the screen if you  
entered two programs where the times overlap.  
9. The TIMER RECORDINGS menu appears. Press 3 to enter  
an additional VCR Plus+ program, or press 0 to exit.  
10. Turn off the VCR before recording time.  
TIMER appears in the VCRÕs display panel when the timer  
has been programmed.  
11. If using a cable box, leave it turned on and tuned to the  
channel you want to record.  
Stopping a Recording in Progress  
With the VCR: Press POWER and then STOP within a few  
seconds.  
With the Remote: Press VCR and then STOP within a few  
seconds.  
Note: Timer programs will not be erased  
during power outages. To clear a timer  
progam, see page 26.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)  
The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight  
different programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that:  
¥ The clock is set correctly.  
¥ A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record the programs.  
¥ The remote is set to control the VCR Ñ using VCR.  
Setting a Timer Recording  
1. Press MENU on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 2 to display TIMER RECORDINGS menu.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
3. Press 1 to display Create a New Program menu.  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
4. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.  
1 One time Ñ single program recorded once.  
2 Daily Ñ program recorded at same time every day.  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
1 Create a New Program  
3 Weekdays Ñ program recorded at same  
time Monday through Friday.  
How often should this  
program record?  
4 Weekly Ñ program recorded at same time  
once a week.  
1 One Time  
2 Daily (every day)  
3 Weekdays (M-F)  
4 Weekly (Once per week)  
5. Press number buttons on the remote to enter the channel  
number (use INPUT or 0, 0 to select video input), start time  
including AM or PM, end time, and start date of the  
recording. Just follow the on-screen prompts.  
Program 2 (One Time)  
Channel  
--  
Press CLEAR to correct an entry.  
Program 2 (One Time)  
6. To select a different recording speed from the one flashing,  
press 1 for SP, 2 for LP, 3 for SLP, or SPEED.  
Channel  
08  
Start Time --:--  
7. Press MENU to enter your program. A reminder appears  
which will time out or you can press MENU to return to the  
main menu.  
Program 2 (One Time)  
Channel  
Start Time 02:10 AM 1=AM  
End Time --:-- 2=PM  
08  
PROGRAMS OVERLAP may appear on the screen if you  
have entered two programs where the times overlap.  
8. The TIMER RECORDINGS menu appears. Press 1 to enter  
Program 2 (One Time)  
Channel 08  
an additional timer program, or press 0 to exit.  
Start Time 2:10 PM  
End Time 03:35 PM  
Start Date 11/18/96 Mon  
Tape Speed SLP  
1=SP 2=LP 3=SLP  
Press CLEAR to correct  
Press MENU to save  
9. Turn off the VCR before recording begins.  
TIMER appears in the VCRÕs display panel when the timer  
has been programmed.  
10. If using a cable box, leave it turned on and tuned to the  
channel you want to record.  
Program 2 has been saved  
Stopping a Recording in Progress  
Remember to insert a  
recordable tape and  
turn the VCR off before  
the program start time.  
With the VCR: Press POWER and then STOP within a few  
seconds.  
With the Remote: Press VCR and then STOP within a few  
seconds.  
Note: Timer programs will not be erased  
during power outages. To clear a timer  
progam, see page 26.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away  
Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings  
1. Press MENU on remote to display VCR  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
MAIN MENU on TV screen.  
2. Press 2 to display the TIMER  
2 Timer Recordings  
RECORDINGS menu.  
3. Press 2 for Review Existing Progs.  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
feature.  
1 Create a New Program  
2 Review Existing Progs.  
4. Press MENU to display information for  
the next program.  
Program 1 (One Time)  
5. Press CLEAR when the program you  
Channel  
Start Time 02:10 PM  
End Time 03:35 PM  
08  
want to erase appears on the screen.  
Start Date 11/18/96 Mon  
Tape Speed SLP  
Press CLEAR to delete  
Press MENU for next prog  
Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input  
The line input refers to the signal coming from the  
AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks of the VCR. Recording  
from the line input is convenient if you have a  
satellite receiver or similar component attached to  
these jacks. To timer record from the component  
connected to the VCRÕs line input:  
Program 1 (One Time)  
Channel  
Start Time --:-- --  
End Time --:--  
VIDEO  
Start Date --/--/--  
Tape Speed SLP  
Press CLEAR to correct  
Press MENU to exit  
Press INPUT (or 0,0) to select VIDEO in place of  
the channel number on the TV screen during  
timer programming.  
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Recording a Program  
Express Recording (XPR)  
Express recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR will  
turn off automatically at the end of the recording.  
POWER  
EJECT  
PLAY  
STOP  
FWD  
REW  
PAUSE  
RECORD  
VCR  
SLP  
H
M
Display showing 30  
minutes remaining for  
express recording.  
RECORD  
Operating Instructions  
1. Turn on the VCR.  
2. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.  
3. Select the channel you want to record.  
4. Select the desired recording speed using SPEED on  
the remote.  
5. Press RECORD once to activate normal recording.  
6. Press RECORD twice to activate XPR recording.  
Press RECORD repeatedly until the amount of  
recording time for the program is displayed in the  
VCRÕs display panel or on the TV screen.  
Press  
RECORD  
Recording  
Time  
0:30  
1:00  
1:30  
2:00  
3:00  
4:00  
0:00  
(30 Min)  
RECORD LENGTH 0:00  
CH 04  
(1 Hr)  
(1 Hr, 30 Min)  
(2 Hrs)  
Press REC to set length  
(3 Hrs)  
(4 Hrs)  
Express Display on  
TV Screen  
(Normal Recording)  
Each press increases the time Ñ 30 minutes up to four  
hours.  
The amount of time the VCR will record and X– REC  
will appear in the VCRÕs display panel.  
You can increase the amount of recording time by  
pressing RECORD.  
Stopping a Recording in Progress  
With the VCR: Press POWER and then STOP  
within a few seconds.  
With the Remote: Press VCR and then STOP  
within a few seconds.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP  
(Second Audio Program)  
Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio language (SAP).  
The Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature lets you select the type of audio you want  
to record.  
To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP  
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input.  
1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.  
2. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR  
indicator appears in the VCRÕs display panel. If not,  
press TV•VCR to turn it on.  
3. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.  
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCRÕs display  
panel and on the TV screen.  
4. Select the channel or line input to be recorded.  
The channel number or VIDEO appears on the TV screen.  
5. Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for the  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
type of audio you want to record.  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the  
4 Channels  
TV screen.  
5 Preferences  
6 Language/Langue  
7 Audio  
B. Press 7 to display the AUDIO menu.  
C. Press 1 to select the type of audio Reception: STEREO,  
MONO, or SAP.  
AUDIO  
¥ Set to STEREO for normal recording and to record  
1 Reception:  
STEREO  
2 Tape Playback: HI-FI  
broadcast stereo TV.  
The STEREO indicator lights in the VCRÕs display  
panel when the station you are tuned to is  
broadcasting stereo.  
0 Exit  
¥ Set to MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the  
sound is too ÒnoisyÓ.  
¥ Set to SAP to record SAP (second audio program)  
instead of the normal audio on linear track.  
The SAP indicator ( ) lights in the VCRÕs display  
panel when SAP is selected.  
Set the Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature to  
LINEAR to hear SAP. Details are on page 15.  
D. Repeatedly press 0 to remove the menus from the TV  
screen.  
6. Press RECORD to start recording. REC appears in the  
VCRÕs display panel.  
7. Press STOP when you are finished.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording Audio Only  
You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L MONO and R)  
jacks on the back of the VCR. All video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only.  
To Record Audio Only  
1. Press the INPUT button to select the line input.  
Press INPUT to record from the AUDIO IN jacks.  
L1 appears in the VCRÕs display panel.  
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.  
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCRÕs  
display panel and on the TV screen.  
3. Make sure the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR Plus+  
feature is set to STEREO.  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
4 Channels  
5 Preferences  
6 Language/Langue  
7 Audio  
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
B. Press 7 to display the AUDIO menu.  
C. Press 1 to select Reception: STEREO.  
AUDIO  
1 Reception:  
STEREO  
4. Start audio source playing and press RECORD  
2 Tape Playback: HI-FI  
to begin recording.  
REC appears in the VCRÕs display panel.  
5. Press STOP when you are finished.  
0 Exit  
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Recording a Program  
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes  
Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.)  
Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have another compatible  
RCA, ProScan, or GE VCR that has a remote with VCR1 and VCR2 buttons, use the editing feature  
described below.  
1. Turn on the TV and VCRs.  
2. Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input.  
Caution: The unauthorized  
recording of television  
programs and other  
materials may infringe the  
3. If you have connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune recording  
VCR to channel 3 or 4 Ñ the one selected on the back of the playback  
rights of others.  
VCR.  
If you have connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press INPUT on  
recording VCRÕs remote to select the line input (L1).  
4. Insert the tape you want to copy into playback VCR. Insert a blank tape  
with safety tab in place into recording VCR.  
To prevent recording on-screen displays from the playback VCR, press  
DISPLAY three times. See page 18 for details.  
5. Press PLAY, then PAUSE on playback VCR when you reach the point on  
the tape or program where you want to begin copying. If the tape was  
not recorded on the playback VCR, streaks may appear and you may  
need to adjust tracking.  
6. Press RECORD, then PAUSE, on recording VCR.  
7. Press PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time to begin copying the  
tape.*  
8. Edit out segments that you do not want to copy by pressing PAUSE on  
recording VCR to stop copying the tape. Then locate the next segment  
you want to copy on the playback VCR by using FWD, REW, and PLAY.  
Press PAUSE on the playback VCR. Press PAUSE at the same time on  
both VCRs to resume copying.  
9. Press STOP on both VCRs when you are finished.  
* You may turn off the TV after the recording has started as it does not have to  
be on to copy a tape.  
Copying and Editing Using Compatible Remote  
If you have a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE remote with  
VCR MAIN MENU  
VCR1 and VCR2 buttons, you can program this VCR to  
respond to VCR1 or VCR2. This will allow you to control  
both VCRs with one remote for easier copying and editing.  
1 VCR Plus+  
2 Timer Recordings  
3 Set Clock  
4 Channels  
5 Preferences  
Set the Remote Control feature of this VCR to the VCR1 or  
VCR2 position. The remote then controls the VCR with  
either the VCR1 or VCR2 button Ñ whichever position you  
select in the menu.  
PREFERENCES  
1 Remote Control: VCR1  
2 Auto Play:  
3 Auto TV/VCR:  
ON  
ON  
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 5 to display PREFERENCES.  
Press VCR2 to change  
3. Press 1 to activate the Remote Control feature.  
4. Press VCR1 or VCR2 on your compatible remote to  
change the setting and program this VCR to respond to  
the VCR1 or VCR2 button Ñ whichever you select.  
PREFERENCES  
1 Remote Control: VCR2  
2 Auto Play:  
3 Auto TV/VCR:  
ON  
ON  
Important Reminder: Remember you must  
press VCR1 or VCR2 on the remote Ñ  
whichever you selected in the menu Ñ  
before the remote will operate this VCR.  
0 Exit  
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Specifications  
Format:  
VHS  
Record/Playback  
Video: 4-Head  
System:  
Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/ playback system  
Video Signal System:  
Antenna:  
EIA standard: NTSC color  
75-ohm external VHF/ UHF combined  
antenna terminal  
Tuner:  
USA:  
181 channels capability*  
(125 cable channels)  
Canada: 178 channels capability*  
(122 cable channels)  
Type:  
AutoProgramming frequency synthesis  
120V AC, 60 Hz  
Power Requirement:  
Power Consumption:  
Dimensions:  
22 watts  
3.5 inches high  
(90 mm)  
15.5 inches wide  
(393 mm)  
12.5 inches deep  
(318 mm)  
Weight:  
9.5 pounds  
(4.3 kg)  
Storage Temperature  
Range:  
- 22 F to +149 F  
˚
˚
Operating  
Temperature Range:  
+41 F to +104 F  
˚
˚
*Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.  
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 non-  
abrasive, anti-static cleaner and polisher.  
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Location of Controls  
Front Panel  
POWER  
EJECT  
PLAY  
STOP  
Tape Compartment  
FWD  
REW  
CHANNEL  
INPUT  
PAUSE  
RECORD  
TV • VCR  
TRACKING  
Control Door  
Open  
Remote Sensor  
CHANNEL/TRACKING Up or Down  
POWER  
Selects next higher or lower channel in  
the VCR’s channel memory.  
Turns the VCR on or off.  
Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing.  
RECORD  
Starts VCR recording.  
EJECT  
Used for express recording (XPR).  
Press when the VCR is stopped to eject  
the cassette.  
Remote Sensor  
Receives signals from the remote control.  
Aim the remote at this sensor with no  
objects between them.  
FWD (Fast Forward)  
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
REW (Rewind)  
Searches the picture forward during  
playback.  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
INPUT  
Searches the picture in reverse during  
playback.  
Turns the line input on or off. L1 appears  
in VCR’s display panel and VIDEO  
appears on the TV screen.  
STOP  
Stops the normal functions such as record,  
playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause.  
Line input refers to the signal coming  
from the component connected to the  
audio/ video input jacks.  
TV•VCR  
Switches the picture signal so that it either  
comes from the VCR or the TV channel.  
See page 10.  
PAUSE  
Pauses action for viewing during  
playback.  
Pauses recording to prevent recording of  
unwanted scenes.  
PLAY  
Plays a tape.  
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Location of Controls  
Back Panel  
IN  
MONO  
L
FROM  
L
ANTENNA  
R
R
VIDEO  
OUT  
OUT TO TELEVISION Connector  
IN  
OUT  
TO  
TELEVISION  
IN  
OUT  
CH  
3
4
AUDIO  
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.  
AUDIO R and L MONO and VIDEO IN Jacks  
Receives signals from another component, like a  
VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these  
jacks. Use INPUT to select L1 in the VCR’s  
display panel.  
CH3 CH4 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 OUT Jacks  
IN FROM ANTENNA Connector  
Sends signals from VCR to another component,  
like a TV monitor or VCR, when it is connected  
to these jacks.  
Receives the signal from an antenna or cable  
system that is attached to this connector.  
Display Panel  
Channel Number or  
SAP  
Tape Speed  
Indicator  
Cassette-in Indicator  
Line Indicator  
Indicator  
HIFI  
VCR  
SLP  
STEREO  
AM  
Status Indicators  
Time or Time Counter  
Forward search  
Reverse search  
Slow motion  
Frame advance  
Play pause  
Cassette-in Indicator (  
)
SRCH +  
SRCH –  
SLOW +  
STILL  
STILL  
STOP  
Lights when a tape is in the VCR.  
Channel Number or Line Indicator (L1)  
The channel number or line indicator is displayed.  
VCR stopped  
Select L1 to record from the jacks on the back of the  
VCR.  
TAPE flashes Set for timer – no tape  
TIMER  
X--REC  
Timer recording set  
Express recording in progress  
HIFI Indicator  
Lights during hi-fi playback when Playback: HI-FI/  
STEREO Indicator  
LINEAR/MIX feature is set to HI-FI.  
Lights when the station you are tuned to is  
broadcasting stereo.  
SAP Indicator (  
)
Lights when the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP  
Tape Speed Indicators (SP, LP, or SLP)  
feature is set to SAP.  
Press SPEED to change.  
Status Indicators  
Time or Time Counter  
Show what the VCR is doing.  
BYE  
Turned off  
Ejecting Tape  
Fast forward  
Turned on  
Record pause  
Playback  
Press DISPLAY to switch between the current time  
and elapsed-time counter.  
EJECT  
F--FWD  
HELLO  
REC P  
PLAY  
REC  
VCR Indicator (Applies Only to Basic Hookups)  
Press TV•VCR to turn on or off.  
VCR indicator on: Picture from VCR.  
VCR indicator off: Picture from TV channel.  
Record  
Rewind  
REW  
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Trouble Checks  
Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below  
before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter.  
Trouble  
Here's what to try:  
• Plug VCR into an operating outlet.  
• Check connections.  
No power  
• Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to  
drain the microprocessor inside the remote to reset it. Reinstall the batteries  
and try remote again.  
VCR does not respond to remote  
• Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR. See page 12.  
• Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.  
• Change batteries.  
• Check setting of Remote Control: VCR1/VCR2 feature. See page 30.  
• Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to  
drain the microprocessor inside the remote to reset it. Reinstall the batteries  
and try remote again.  
Remote no longer controls an RCA TV  
• Press TV to set remote to control the TV. See page 11.  
• Reprogram remote for RCA TV. See page 11.  
• Aim remote at TV with no objects between them.  
• Change batteries.  
• Press TV to set remote to control the compatible TV. See page 11.  
• Aim remote at TV with no objects between them.  
• Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed.  
• Change batteries.  
Remote no longer controls a compatible TV  
• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on. See page 10.  
• Check to see if Auto TV/VCR feature is set to OFF. See page 10.  
No picture when VCR turned on – using a basic  
hookup  
• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator off.  
• Switch TV to an active channel.  
• Check antenna connections.  
Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing  
• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.  
• Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel  
selected with CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.  
• Check TV’s fine tuning.  
Snowy or no picture during playback  
• Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.  
• Set TV monitor to video input channel.  
• Try another tape.  
• Some snow/ streaks are normal during search, frame advance, slow-motion,  
or stop-action playback.  
• 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.  
Time counter not working  
• A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther  
back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.  
• No cassette in VCR.  
Will not record or play  
• Eject and re-insert cassette.  
• Broken tape — try another cassette.  
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Trouble Checks  
Trouble  
Here's what to try:  
• Some snow/ streaks are normal during search, frame advance, slow-motion,  
or stop-action playback.  
Streaks in picture during normal playback  
• VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE.  
Will not record  
• Safety tab removed from cassette.  
• Make sure the line indicator (L1) is turned off in VCR’s display panel for  
normal recording from the VCR’s tuner. Press INPUT to turn off the line  
indicator.  
• Tape already rewound.  
Rewind does not operate  
• Wrong PlusCode number entered.  
• Cable box was not turned on or was tuned to the wrong channel at time  
recording was to begin.  
VCR Plus+ or timer recording not made  
or wrong program recorded  
• Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).  
• Power interruption. Clock area in display panel will show - -:- -.  
• Check to see if time and date are correct — including AM/PM.  
• Program exceeded tape’s length or tape was not rewound beforehand.  
• VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start.  
• No tape in VCR or cassette’s safety tab broken off.  
• Power interruption. Clock on the front panel will show --:--.  
• Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date).  
• Time counter display appears in VCR’s display panel. Press DISPLAY on  
remote.  
Clock shows incorrect time or date  
VCR makes noise when stopped  
• 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.  
• Check antenna connections.  
• Check Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 8.  
Will not auto channel search active  
channels correctly  
• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type:  
Cannot select channels over 69  
CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 8.  
• Set Auto Play ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 15.  
Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to  
play automatically  
• Language feature set incorrectly. Details are on page 9.  
Displays appear in wrong language  
Stereo or SAP sound not recorded  
• Reception: STEREO/SAP/MONO feature must be set to STEREO to record  
broadcast stereo. See page 28.  
• Reception: STEREO/SAP/MONO feature must be set to SAP to record SAP.  
See page 28.  
• STEREO indicator not on. Station not broadcasting stereo.  
• Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature must be set to HI-FI to hear stereo  
sound during playback. See page 15.  
• An advanced hook-up must be used for stereo playback. See pages 3-6.  
No stereo sound during playback  
Stereo audio too noisy  
• Stereo signal is weak. Set Reception: STEREO/SAP/MONO feature to  
MONO.  
• Press one of the TRACKING up or down buttons to minimize the noise.  
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Limited Warranty  
What your warranty covers:  
•
Any defect in material or workmanship.  
For how long after your 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 the date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.  
What we will do:  
•
•
Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair  
your VCR.  
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:  
•
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.  
•
•
Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date.  
Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed.  
What your warranty does not cover:  
•
Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual clearly describes how to  
install, adjust, and operate your VCR. Any additional information should  
be obtained from your Dealer.)  
•
•
•
•
•
•
Installation and related adjustments.  
Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR.  
Damage from misuse or neglect.  
Cleaning of video/ audio heads.  
Remote control batteries.  
A VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is  
used for institutional or other commercial purposes.  
•
•
A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA.  
Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
•
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:  
•
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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Index  
Accessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Add or Remove Channels  
Hookup, Choosing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
IN FROM ANT. (Antenna)  
Select a Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Sensor, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
SET TIME and DATE Menu . . . . . . . . . .9  
Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording . . . . . .24  
Setting Up the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA  
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
SLOW + Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17,33  
SLOW + and – Buttons . . . . . . . .12-13,17  
Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
SLP Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35  
SP Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
SPEED Button . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13,21,27  
Speeds, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
SRCH + and – Indicators . . . . . . . .16,33  
Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel  
Numbers for Cable-TV . . . . . . . . . .22  
Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,33  
STEREO Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28,33  
Stereo TV, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
STILL Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16,33  
Stop Action Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
STOP Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  
. . .12-13,14,18,20,21,24,25,27,28,29,32  
STOP Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Stopping a Timer Recording . . . . . . . .25  
Stopping a VCR Plus+ Recording . . . .24  
Stopping an Express Recording . . . . . .27  
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
TAPE Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX  
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Tape Speed Indicators . . . . . . . . . . .21,33  
Tape, Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Time Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,33  
Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
TIMER Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24,25,33  
Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
TIMER RECORDINGS Menu . . .24,25,26  
TRACKING Buttons . . . . . .12-13,14,16,17  
Tracking, Automatic and Manual . . . .17  
Trouble Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35  
Turn on TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Turn On VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
TV Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,12-13  
TV•VCR Button . . . . . . . . .10,12-13,21,32  
Types of Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
VCR Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,12  
VCR Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32,33  
VCR Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,21,33  
VCR MAIN MENU .8,15,22,24,25,26,28,30  
VCR Plus+ Channel List . . . . . . . . . . . .22  
VCR Plus+ Channel Worksheet . . . . . .23  
VCR PLUS+ Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
VCR Plus+ Recording . . . . . . . . . . .22-24  
VCR PlusCodes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
VCR, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
VCR1/VCR2 Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
VCR2 Button on Compatible  
from Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu . . . . . .9  
Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3  
AUDIO and VIDEO Jacks . . . . . .3-6,26,33  
AUDIO Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,28,29  
Auto Channel Search Feature . . . . . . . . .8  
Auto Play Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,15  
Auto TV/ VCR Feature . . . . . . . . . . .10,14  
Automatic Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Batteries, Inserting in Remote . . . . . . . .7  
Blank Search Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Broadcast Stereo, Recording . . . . . . . . .28  
BYE Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Cable System With Cable Box  
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3-5  
Cable System Without Cable Box  
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3  
Card, Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
Cassette-In Indicator . . . . . . . . . .14,21,33  
CH3 CH4 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6,8,9,33  
CHANNEL and CHANNEL•  
TRACKING Buttons .9,10,12-13,22,32  
Channel Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . .33  
Channel Search, Automatic . . . . . . . . . .8  
Channel Search, Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
CHANNELS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,9,22  
Checking Timer and VCR Plus+  
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Checks, Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35  
Choisissez une Langue . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Choosing a Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Cleaning the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
CLEAR Button . . .12-13,18,19,20,24,25,26  
Clearing Timer and VCR Plus+  
Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6,33  
Index Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
INDEX SEARCH Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
INPUT Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,26,32,33  
L1 (Line) Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29,33  
LANGUAGE Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Line Indicator (L1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29,33  
Line Input, Recording From . . . . . . . . .26  
LP Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Manual Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
MENU PROG  
Button . . . . . .8,9,12,22,24,25,26,28,29  
MUTE Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13  
Number Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13  
On-Screen Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Operation  
Audio Only, Recording . . . . . . . . .29  
Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Broadcast Stereo TV, Recording . .28  
Copying Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
Express Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
SAP, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
VCR Plus+ Recording . . . . . . . .22-24  
OUT TO TV Connector . . . . . . . . . .3-6,33  
PAUSE Button . . . . . . . . . .12,16,21,30,32  
Pause for Stop Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Pause, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Picture Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Play a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
PLAY Button . . . . . . . . .12,24,16,17,30,32  
PLAY Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,33  
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Playback Sound, Selecting . . . . . . . . . .15  
POWER Button . . . . .11,12-13,24,25,27,32  
PREFERENCES Menu . . . . . .10,14,15,30  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13  
Problems, Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34-35  
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
REC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . .21,28,29,33  
REC P Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21,33  
Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP  
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
RECORD Button . . . . . .12-13,21,27,29,32  
Recording  
Audio Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Broadcast Stereo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Copying and Editing Tapes . . . . .30  
Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
SAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
Types of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
VCR Plus+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22-24  
Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Remove or Add Channels  
Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Clock Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Commercial Scan Feature . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Compatible Remote, Using . . . . . . . . . .30  
Connections  
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3  
Audio/ Video Jacks . . . . . . . . . . .2,3-6  
Cable-TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3-5  
Two VCRs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
Controlling a TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
Copying and Editing Tapes . . . . . . . . .30  
Copying Tape, Connections . . . . . . . . . .6  
Design Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31  
DISPLAY Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13,18  
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Displays, Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,33  
Editing and Copying Tapes . . . . . . . . .30  
EJECT Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,32  
EJECT Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Express Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Express Recording, Stopping . . . . . . . .27  
F--FWD Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
F.ADV (Frame Advance) Button . . .12,16  
FF and FWD (Fast Forward)  
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . .12,16,18,19,20,32  
First-Time Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
Frame Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
FWD and FF (Fast Forward)  
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . .12,16,18,19,20,32  
Go-To Search Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
GO-TO SEARCH Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
HELLO Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Remote, Using . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30  
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels . . . . .8  
VCRs, Connecting for Tape Copying . .6  
VOLUME Up or Down Button . . . .12-13  
Warranty, Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36  
Watch One Channel While Recording  
Another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
X-REC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27,33  
XPR (Express) Recording . . . . . . . . . . .27  
from Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
REMOVE/ADD Channel Menu . . . . . . . .9  
REW (Rewind)  
Button . . . . . . . . .12-13,14,16,19,20,32  
REW Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33  
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
SAP Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28,33  
SEARCH Button . . . . . . . . . . .12-13,19,20  
Search, Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
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For your nearest Authorized Servicenter  
call toll-free in the U.S.A.  
1-800-336-1900  
Canadian Consumers –  
Your toll free numbers are:  
English: 1-800-522-0338  
French: 1-800-522-0445  
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.  
10330 North Meridian Street  
Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024  
©1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.  
Trademark(s)® Registered  
Marca(s) Registrada(s)  
Printed in Singapore  
Part Number 96-VR618HF-1  
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