RCA VCR VG4259 User Guide

VG4259  
VCR User’s Guide  
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Introduction  
Table of Contents  
Zero Search________________________ 18  
Blank Search_______________________ 19  
Frame Advance ____________________ 19  
Automatic Tracking ________________ 19  
Manual Tracking ___________________ 19  
TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR_____ 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 and Playback  
Feature  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª __ 21-22  
Recording a Program  
Unscramble All Channels_____________ 4  
Cable System With Cable Box to  
Recordings ___________________________ 23  
Recording Speeds __________________ 23  
Normal Recording ____________________ 23  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is  
Unscramble Pay Channels Only _______ 5  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes_ 6  
Setting Up the VCR  
Recording a Different Channel ____ 23  
One Touch Recording _________________ 24  
Recording While You're Away  
Startup  
Check Accessories With VCR _________ 7  
Insert Batteries in Remote ____________ 7  
Turn on TV ________________________ 7  
Turn on VCR _______________________ 7  
Place Channels in Memory ___________ 8  
Add or Remove Channels from  
VCR Plus+ Setup ________________ 25-26  
Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording_______ 27  
Stopping a VCR Plus+ Recording_____ 27  
Setting a Timer Recording ___________ 28  
Stopping a Timer Recording _________ 28  
Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or  
VCR's Memory ___________________ 8  
Select the Language__________________ 9  
Set the Automatic  
Timer Recordings________________ 29  
Timer Recording From the  
Daylight-Saving Time______________ 9  
Set the Time and Date________________ 9  
Use TV•VCR Button ________________ 10  
Set the Display Panel Brightness______ 10  
Set the ALERT SOUND______________ 10  
VCRÕs Line Input ________________ 29  
Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP ____________ 30  
Recording Audio______________________ 31  
Using the Recording Features  
Recording Pause ___________________ 31  
Pro-Tect Plusª Feature _____________ 31  
Using Two VCRs for Copying  
Using the Remote Control  
Controlling a TV ______________________ 11  
Remote Control ____________________ 12-13  
Controlling a Cable Box or a  
and Editing Tapes __________________ 32  
References  
Satellite Receiver____________________14  
Location of Controls  
Front Panel ________________________ 33  
Back Panel_________________________ 33  
Display Panel ______________________ 34  
Specifications_________________________ 35  
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 35  
Trouble Checks ____________________ 36-37  
Questions and Answers About  
Playing a Tape  
Playback _____________________________ 15  
Using the Playback Features  
Auto Play Feature __________________ 15  
Picture Search______________________ 16  
Slow Motion _______________________ 16  
Pause for Stop Action _______________ 16  
DISP (Display) Button ______________ 17  
Time Counter ______________________ 17  
Index Search _______________________ 18  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª _____ 38  
Limited Warranty _____________________ 39  
Index _____________________________ 40-41  
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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 hookup shows 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 hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a 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 does your TV receive 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.  
Optional Hookups  
How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes.  
A. Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.  
B. Then, modify the connections as shown on page 6.  
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.  
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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 basic connection which  
requires fewer accessories.  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
300/75 Ohm  
Adapter  
Back of VCR  
1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to  
either channel 3 or 4.  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
Tune the TV to this channel and use the  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
OR  
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
OUT  
IN  
3 CH. 4  
2. Connect as shown.  
VIDEO1  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
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 playback, and  
more convenient operation Ñ use of the  
TV•VCR button is not required.  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
300/75 Ohm  
Adapter  
OR  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional  
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may  
be required to hear sound from both left  
and right channels if your TV is not  
stereo.  
Back of VCR  
Signal  
Splitter  
R
IN FROM  
ANT.  
AUDIO1  
L
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
OUT  
N  
3 CH. 4  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
VIDEO1  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
3.  
Audio/Video Cables  
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the  
VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
RIGHT  
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 basic connection which  
requires fewer accessories.  
From Cable  
1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to  
Back of VCR  
either channel 3 or 4.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Cable Box  
Tune the TV to this channel and use the  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
IN  
OUT  
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
2. Connect as shown.  
OUT  
IN  
3 CH. 4  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
VIDEO1  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
cable box.  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
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 playback, and  
more convenient operation Ñ use of the  
TV•VCR button is not required.  
Cable Box  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional  
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may  
be required to hear sound from both left  
and right channels if your TV is not  
stereo.  
Back of VCR  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Signal  
Splitter  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
OUT  
I
3 CH. 4  
cable box.  
VIDEO1  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
3.  
Audio/Video Cables  
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the  
VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
RIGHT  
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 Pay Channels Only  
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)  
A. Basic hookup.  
A
From Cable  
Use this hookup for a basic connection which  
requires fewer accessories.  
Back of VCR  
1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Cable Box  
either channel 3 or 4.  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
Tune the TV to this channel and use the  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
IN  
OUT  
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
OUT  
IN  
3 CH. 4  
2. Connect as shown.  
VIDEO1  
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  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
4.  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Cable Box  
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality, Hi-Fi stereo playback, and  
more convenient operation Ñ use of the  
TV•VCR button is not required.  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
Signal  
Splitter  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional  
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may  
be required to hear sound from both left  
and right channels if your TV is not stereo.  
Back of VCR  
R
IN FROM  
ANT.  
AUDIO1  
L
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
cable box.  
OUT  
IN  
3 CH. 4  
VIDEO1  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
3.  
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the  
VCR. View all pay channels through the  
VCR.  
Audio/Video Cables  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
(supplied)  
RIGHT  
OUT AUDIO  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
L /  
MONO  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes  
Option A hookup.  
A
Playback VCR  
Use this hookup for a basic connection which  
requires fewer accessories.  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
VHF/UHF  
and then modify with this connection.  
OUT TO TV  
OUT  
IN  
3 CH. 4  
2. Set the 3CH.4 switch on the playback  
VIDEO1  
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.  
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.  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
IN  
OUT  
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
3 CH. 4  
VIDEO1  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
5.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
or  
Use the hookup to the TV  
as previously selected on  
pages 3, 4, or 5.  
Option B hookup.  
B
Playback VCR (only)  
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy  
quality, Hi-Fi stereo playback, and more  
convenient operation Ñ use of the TV•VCR  
button is not required.  
R
IN FROM  
ANT.  
AUDIO1  
L
VHF/UHF  
OT TO TV  
OUT  
IN  
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
3 H. 4  
and then modify with this connection.  
VIDEO1  
2. Connect as shown.  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
This connection requires additional  
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter  
may be required to hear sound from both  
left and right channels if your TV is not  
stereo.  
Recording VCR  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
VHF/UHF  
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
OUT TO TV  
OUT  
IN  
3 CH. 4  
Go to ÒStartupÓ section.  
4.  
VIDEO1  
Select the line (audio/video) input on the  
recording VCR to receive the signal from  
the playback VCR.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
or  
Caution: The unauthorized recording of  
television programs and other materials  
may infringe the rights of others.  
Use the hookup to the TV  
as previously selected on  
pages 3, 4, or 5.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
1. Check accessories with VCR.  
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.  
2 “AA” Batteries  
POWER  
PAUSE  
VCR  
CABLE  
TV  
REC  
PLAY  
REW  
FF  
SLOW•F.ADV  
STOP  
3
SEARCH  
CHAN  
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
6
9
MUTE  
VOL  
INPUT TV•VCR DISP MENU CLEAR  
PREV CH  
SPEED  
TRACKING  
Remote  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(Stock No. 221346)  
(Stock No. 234011)  
2. Insert batteries in remote.  
3. 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  
3CH.4 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.)  
4. Turn on the VCR.  
A. Press VCR on the remote.  
The POWER and VCR indicators appear in the VCR display panel. -:-- appears  
in the clock area of the display panel.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.  
The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption, the  
AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS  
VCR displays a message on the TV screen prompting you to perform  
the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH. If the message does not appear, go to  
Step A below. If the message appears, follow the directions on the  
screen.  
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE  
THEN PRESS CH UP  
The AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH feature memorizes the channel list  
available through your signal typeÑcable or antenna. The signal type  
is automatically selected when you auto channel search. Also, should  
you change your signal system, you must perform Auto Channel  
Search.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This takes about one  
to two minutes. The TV tunes to the lowest channel found. Pressing  
CHANNEL up or down selects only the active channels.  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
A. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
CHANNELS  
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
¥ Make sure the TV is tuned to same channel as the 3CH.4 switch  
on the VCR or the TVÕs video input (refer to TVÕs manual).  
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
¥ Press VCR, then press MENU again.  
¥ If you use a basic hookup, check the VCR indicator in display  
NOW SCANNING CHANNEL 1  
panel Ñ it should be on. Press TV•VCR to turn it on.  
¥ Check the connections.  
PRESS ANY KEY TO CANCEL  
B. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.  
C. Press 1 to begin AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH.  
The VCR automatically selects the CABLE (cable TV) or  
ANTENNA signal. For cable connection, 125 channels are  
searched; for an antenna connection, 69 channels are searched.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
To change the SIGNAL TYPE:  
4 CHANNELS  
A. Follow steps A-B above.  
CHANNELS  
B. Press 3 to switch the SIGNAL TYPE between CABLE and  
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
ANTENNA.  
3 SIGNAL TYPE:  
CABLE  
4 VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST  
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6. 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 TIME  
We recommend channels be placed in memory using the AUTO  
CHANNEL SEARCH feature before adding or removing channels.  
4 CHANNELS  
A. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
B. Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu.  
CHANNELS  
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
C. Press 2 to display ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL screen.  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL  
D. Use CHANNEL up and down or the number buttons to go to  
CHANNEL 03  
IS PRESENTLY ADDED  
channels you want to add or delete.  
E. Follow the on-screen directions.  
PRESS CLEAR TO REMOVE  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
7. Select the language.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
The VCR displays the on-screen menus in the English, Spanish, or  
French language. The word ÒLanguageÓ cycles through the  
different languages when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed on the  
TV screen.  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
6 AUDIO  
7 LANGUAGES  
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
LANGUAGE  
B. Press 7 to display the LANGUAGE, IDIOMA or LANGUE menu.  
SELECT A LANGUAGE.  
The arrow indicates which language is selected.  
1ENGLISH  
2 ESPAÑOL  
3 FRANÇAIS  
¥ Press 1 to have the menus displayed in English (Ingles).  
¥ Press 2 to have the menus displayed in Spanish (Espa–ol).  
¥ Press 3 to have the menus displayed in French (Fran•ais).  
PRESS MENU TO CONTINUE  
8. Set the automatic daylight-saving time.  
Select this feature if you want the VCRÕs clock to advance  
automatically one hour in April and reverse one hour in October.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
A. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
B. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.  
TIME  
C. Press 2 to switch AUTO DST between ON and OFF.  
1 SET TIME AND DATE  
2 AUTO DST:  
¥ Select ON if you want the VCRÕs clock to automatically adjust  
ON  
for Daylight Saving Time.  
¥ Select OFF if you do not want the VCRÕs clock to  
automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time.  
0 EXIT  
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 that  
any part of a scheduled Timer Recording that falls between  
these two times will not be recorded.  
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.  
9. Set the time and date.  
The time does not appear in the display panel until the clock is set.  
A. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
B. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
TIME  
C. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE.  
1 SET TIME AND DATE  
D. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the time  
including AM or PM, month, day, and year. The day of the week  
will automatically appear after you enter the year.  
SET TIME AND DATE  
TIME --:--  
(HH:MM)  
¥ Press 0 before single-digit numbers. Press 1 for AM or 2 for  
PM. Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7, then 2 for a time of  
5:07 PM.  
DATE --/--/--  
¥ Press CLEAR on the remote at any time to change incorrect  
SET TIME AND DATE  
entries.  
TIME 02:30 PM  
(HH:MM)  
E. Press MENU to set the clock.  
DATE 08/04/96 SUNDAY  
F. Press 0 to exit the menus.  
The time appears in the VCRÕs display panel. To display the  
time and date on the screen, press DISP on the remote.  
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT  
PRESS MENU TO SET  
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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 television  
channels. This button lets you record a program on the VCR while  
watching another channel on the TV. Details are in the  
ÒRecordingÓ section.  
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 followed by the station name (if broadcast)  
appears for a few seconds on the TV screen.  
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 the display panel brightness.  
This VCR lets you change the brightness level of the fluorescent  
display panel.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
A. Press MENU on remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU.  
B. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
C. Press 3 to select a FRONT PANEL mode.  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
PREFERENCES  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
6 CA PLAYBACK:  
7 CA DISPLAY:  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
OFF  
AUTO  
BLUE  
¥ Select AUTO to keep the display panel bright when VCR is on  
and dim when it is off.  
¥ Select BRIGHT to keep the display panel bright at all times.  
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¥ Select DIM to keep the display panel dim at all times.  
12. Set the ALERT SOUND.  
Select this feature if you want a warning to sound when an invalid  
entry or invalid operation is attempted. This feature is set to OFF at  
the factory. Please note the warning sound is heard only when the  
VCR and TV are on.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
A. Press MENU on the remote to display VCR MAIN MENU.  
B. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
C. Press 4 to select ALERT SOUND: ON or OFF.  
¥ Select ON if you want to sound a short warning.  
¥ Select OFF if you do not want to sound a short warning.  
PREFERENCES  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
6 CA PLAYBACK:  
7 CA DISPLAY:  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
OFF  
AUTO  
BLUE  
0 EXIT  
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Using the Remote Control  
Controlling a TV  
The VCRÔs remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan  
TV. Also, you can set up the remote to control other manufacturerÔs brands. To program the remote, enter  
the remote code numbers that correspond to your brand.  
Program the Remote for a TV  
1. Turn on the TV.  
2. Point the VCR remote at the TV.  
3. Hold the TV button and press two number buttons to enter the code for  
your brand.  
4. Release the buttons.  
5. Press CHANNEL up or down. If the TV turns off or changes channels, setup  
is complete.  
6. Repeat steps 2 – 5 with a different code if the first one does not work.  
TV Codes  
Brand *  
Code  
Brand *  
Code  
Brand *  
Code  
Akai  
AOC  
03  
06,12  
06  
06  
06  
06  
01,06  
06,12  
06  
06  
06  
05,06  
Kawasho  
Kenwood  
Loewe  
Luxman  
LXI  
Magnavox  
Marantz  
MGA  
Mitsubishi  
MTC  
NAD  
NEC  
Panasonic  
Philco  
Philips  
03,06  
06  
04  
RCA  
01,06,12  
05  
06  
06,09,12  
Realistic  
Sampo  
Samsung  
Sanyo  
Candle  
Citizen  
Colortyme  
Concerto  
Curtis Mathes  
Daewoo  
Daytron  
Electrohome  
Emerson  
Envision  
Fisher  
06  
04,05,07  
04,06  
04,06,12  
06,12  
06,12  
06,12  
07,08  
06,12  
04,11  
04,06,12  
03,04,06  
06  
06,12  
01  
06  
11  
01,05,13  
05  
Sears  
01,05,06,07,  
08,10  
06,13  
03  
06  
04,06  
11  
06  
Sharp  
Sony  
Soundesign  
Sylvania  
Technics  
Techwood  
Teknika  
TMK  
Toshiba  
Universal  
Victor  
05  
GE  
00,01,06,11  
06,12  
06  
06,14  
06  
06  
Goldstar  
Hallmark  
Hitachi  
Infinity  
J C Penny  
JBL  
Pioneer  
Portland  
ProScan  
Proton  
Quasar  
Radio Shack  
05,07,08,09  
00  
10  
00,01,04,06,12,13  
12  
02  
04  
00,01,06,09,12  
04  
06  
Wards  
Yamaha  
Zenith  
Jensen  
JVC  
10,11  
*The remote may not be able to control every model TV of the brands listed.  
Operate the TV  
After you 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 the TV does not turn on in step 1, press TV, then POWER.  
3. Use the ÒTV Function ButtonsÓ described in the ÒRemote ControlÓ  
section.  
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.  
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Using the Remote Control  
Remote Control  
Component Buttons  
Press one of the buttons to set the remote to operate that component.  
Used with POWER button to turn on  
CABLE  
another brand of TV as described on  
page 11.  
Used with POWER button to turn on  
a compatible cable box or satellite  
receiver as described on page 14.  
POWER  
VCR  
CABLE  
TV  
VCR  
Sets the remote to control the VCR.  
TV  
PAUSE  
REC  
Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or  
ProScan TV and sets the remote to  
control the TV.  
PLAY  
REW  
FF  
VCR Function Buttons  
SLOW•F.ADV  
STOP  
SEARCH  
CHAN  
Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR to use the function buttons.  
1
4
7
2
3
and + (SLOW)  
MENU  
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU on  
the TV screen.  
Used for slow-motion playback. Press  
+ to increase the speed. Press to  
decrease the speed.  
5
8
0
6
9
Removes a menu from the screen.  
CHAN (Channel) Up or Down  
MUTE  
VOL  
Numbers (0 through 9)  
Selects the next higher or lower  
channel in the VCRÕs channel  
memory.  
Select a channel up to 99Ñpress two  
numbers.  
INPUT  
TV•VCR DISP MENU CLEAR  
Select a cable channel over 99Ñpress  
and hold 1 until 1-- appears on the  
screen. Then, press the other two  
numbers.  
CLEAR  
SPEED  
PREV CH  
Resets the time counter to 0:00:00.  
Lets you change entries when setting  
the clock or a timer recording.  
TRACKING  
PAUSE  
Pauses action for viewing during  
playback.  
DISP (Display)  
Shows VCR operating displays on the  
TV screen.  
Pauses recording to prevent  
recording of unwanted scenes.  
Displays the time counter.  
PLAY  
FF (Fast Forward)  
Plays a tape.  
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR  
is stopped.  
POWER  
Turns off the VCR when the remote is  
set to control the VCR.  
Quickly searches a tape in forward  
motion during playback.  
Turns off other components if remote  
is programmed.  
INPUT  
Turns the line input (L) on or off.  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
Line input refers to the signal coming  
from the component connected to the  
audio/video jacks on the back of  
the VCR.  
Switches between two channels.  
Select one channel and then select  
another. Press PREV CH to switch  
between the two channels.  
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Remote Control  
VCR Function Buttons  
(continued)  
REC (Record)  
SLOW•F.ADV (Frame Advance)  
TRACKING Up or Down  
Reduces the streaks that may appear on  
the picture during play, slow, or pause.  
Starts the VCR recording.  
Used for slow-motion playback.  
Advances a tape one frame with each  
press of the button when tape is paused  
during playback.  
Used for one touch recording.  
Reduces picture ÒjitterÓ during stop-  
action playback.  
REW (Rewind)  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
TV•VCR  
SPEED (Tape Speed)  
Switches the picture signal so  
that it either comes from the VCR or the  
TV channel. See ÒStartupÓ section.  
Selects a recording speed  
(SP or SLP).  
Quickly searches a tape in reverse  
motion during playback.  
STOP  
SEARCH  
Stops the VCRÕs normal functions such  
as record, playback, rewind, fast  
forward, and pause.  
Displays the INDEX, ZERO and BLANK  
search menus on the TV screen.  
Advances a tape 60 seconds during  
playback.  
TV Function Buttons  
Press the TV button to set remote to control a compatible TV. Some buttons may not work with the TV.  
CHAN (Channel) Up or Down  
Used with the TV button to turn on a  
compatible TV that the remote has been  
programmed to control. See ÒControlling  
a TVÓ section.  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
Selects next higher or lower channel in  
the TVÕs channel memory when remote  
is set to control a TV.  
Switches between two channels.  
Select one channel and then select  
another. Press PREV CH to switch  
between the two channels.  
MUTE  
CLEAR  
Used as an ENTER button on some TVs.  
Turns the TV sound on or off.  
Removes menus or status displays from  
the screen.  
VOL (Volume) + or Ð  
Numbers (0 through 9 )  
Raises and lowers sound.  
DISP (DISPLAY)  
Selects a channel up to 99Ñpress two  
numbers.  
Shows the status displays on the screen.  
Selects a cable channel over 99Ñpress  
and hold 1 until 1-- appears on the  
screen. Then, press the other two  
numbers.  
Removes menus or displays from the  
screen.  
POWER  
Turns off a compatible TV when remote  
is set to control that TV.  
Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Function Buttons  
Press the CABLE button to set remote to control a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. Some buttons may not work with  
the cable box or satellite receiver.  
CHAN (Channel) Up or Down  
POWER  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
Selects next higher or lower channel.  
Turns off a compatible cable box or  
satellite receiver when remote is set to  
control it.  
Used as an ENTER button for some  
cable boxes and/or satellite receivers.  
Numbers (0 through 9 )  
Selects a channel using the numbers.  
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Using the Remote Control  
Controlling a Cable Box or a Satellite Receiver  
The CABLE button on the VCRÕs remote is preprogrammed to control a compatible RCA cable box or GE,  
RCA, or ProScan satellite receiver. If your cable box is another manufacturerÕs brand and has its own remote,  
you will probably be able to program the VCRÕs remote to control it. To program the VCRÕs remote, enter the  
code that corresponds to your brand.  
Program the Remote for a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver  
1. Turn on the cable box or satellite receiver.  
2. Point the VCR remote at the cable box or satellite receiver.  
3. Hold the CABLE button and press two number buttons to enter the code for  
your brand.  
4. Release the buttons.  
5. Press POWER on the remote. If the cable box or satellite receiver turns off,  
setup is complete.  
6. Repeat steps 2 – 5 with a different code if the first one does not work.  
Cable Box Codes  
Brand*  
Code  
Brand*  
Code  
Brand*  
Code  
Magnavox . . . . . . . . . . . .07,08,19,26,  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28,29,32,33,40,41  
NSC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .09  
Oak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .01,16,38  
Oak Sigma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Panasonic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .03,27,39  
Philips . . . . . . . . . . . .07,08,19,26,28,  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29,32,33,40,41  
Pioneer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18,20,44  
RCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27,60  
Randtek . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07,08  
Regal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,13  
Regency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02,33  
Samsung . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44  
Sci. Atlanta . . . . . . . . . . . . . .03,22,35  
Stargate 2000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58  
Sylvania . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,59  
Teknika . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .06  
Texscan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,11,59  
Tocom . . . . . . . . . . . . .17,21,49,50,55  
Unika . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31,32,41  
Universal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51,52,  
Viewstar . . . . . . . . . . .07,08,19,26,28  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29,32,33,40,41  
Warner Amex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44  
Zenith . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,42,57  
ABC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53,54  
Anvision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07,08  
Cablestar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07,08  
Diamond . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56  
Eagle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .07,08  
Eastern Int. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .02  
General Instruments . . .04,05,15,23,  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24,25,30,36  
Hamlin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,13,34,48  
Hitachi . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37,43  
Jerrold . . . . . . . . . . . .04,05,15,23,24,  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25,30,36, 45,46,47  
Macom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37,43  
Satellite Receiver Codes  
Brand*  
Code  
Brand*  
Code  
Brand*  
Code  
GE.....................................................00  
ProScan ............................................00  
RCA..................................................00  
*The remote may not be able to control every cable box or satellite receiver of the brands listed.  
Operate the Cable Box or Satellite Receiver  
After you set up your remote to control the cable box or satellite receiver, test  
the buttons to see which ones operate it.  
1. Point the remote at the component and press CABLE.  
2. If the component does not turn on in step 1, press CABLE, then POWER.  
3. Use the ÒCable Box or Satellite Receiver Function ButtonsÓ described in the  
ÒRemote ControlÓ section.  
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Playing a Tape  
Playback  
To play a tape  
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or the TVÕs video input  
to see the picture from the VCR.  
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.  
The VCR automatically turns on and the VCR indicator lights.  
The VCR automatically begins playback if the safety tab on the  
tape has been removed and the AUTO PLAY feature is turned on.  
POWER STOP•EJECT  
CHANNEL  
TRACKING  
RECORD  
REW  
PLAY•PAUSE  
FWD  
TV•VCR  
VCR  
A
M
Safety Tab  
3. Press PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR or PLAY on the remote or VCR,  
if necessary.  
4. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR to  
remove any streaks from the picture if necessary. See ÒManual  
TrackingÓ section.  
5. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote to stop  
the tape.  
6. Press REW on the VCR or the remote to rewind the tape.  
End of Tape  
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of  
the tape during playback.  
Power Off  
If you press POWER while a tape is rewinding, the VCR turns off  
automatically when it is completely rewound.  
7. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is  
completely rewound.  
AUTO PLAY Feature  
VCR MAIN MENU  
This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when you insert a tape with the safety  
tab removed.  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
3. Press 2 to select AUTO PLAY: ON or OFF.  
PREFERENCES  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
6 CA PLAYBACK:  
7 CA DISPLAY:  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
OFF  
AUTO  
BLUE  
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Select ON if you want to have a tape with its safety tab  
removed to start playing automatically.  
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Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab  
0 EXIT  
removed to start playing automatically.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Picture Search  
You can search for a specific tape location 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. Press FF on the remote or FWD on the VCR to search forward  
at a faster-than-normal speed.  
2. Press FF or PLAY on the remote or FWD or PLAY•PAUSE on  
the VCR to return to playback.  
Rewind Search  
1. Press REW on VCR or remote to search backward at a faster-  
than-normal speed.  
2. Press REW or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR or REW or PLAY on  
the remote to return to playback.  
Slow Motion  
You can view a tape in slow motion during play or play pause. The + and Ð buttons let you vary  
the speed. Sound is turned off during slow-motion playback. Slow motion works best for tapes  
recorded in the SP or SLP speed.  
1. Press SLOW•F.ADV during playback to begin  
slow motion.  
PLAY flashes in the VCR display panel.  
2. Press + to increase the speed or to decrease the speed.  
2. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from  
the picture.  
3. Press PLAY on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR to  
return to playback.  
The VCR automatically switches from slow-motion  
playback to stop after a few minutes.  
Pause for Stop Action  
This feature stops the tape in action and lets you examine the details of the scene. Stop  
action works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed.  
1. Press PAUSE on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on the  
VCR during playback to stop the action.  
2. Press TRACKING up or down to move the lines  
out of the picture or reduce any jittering of the  
picture.  
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY on the remote or  
PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR to return to  
playback.  
The VCR automatically switches from  
stop-action playback to stop after a few  
minutes.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
DISP (DISPLAY) Button  
The DISP button shows the status of the VCR channel number, time counter, date,  
time and tape speed on the TV screen. The time and date must be set before they  
can be displayed.  
STOP CH 05 0:30:00  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Status Displays  
1. Press DISP.  
If you do not press DISP again, this display  
times out.  
08/04/96 SUN 01:30AM SLP  
2. Press DISP again to display only the time counter  
on the TV screen.  
0:30:00  
3. Press DISP again to return to TV viewing.  
Turning off the VCR automatically returns the  
displays to normal.  
Time Counter Only  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Again  
No Display  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Again  
Time Counter  
The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a  
segment of a prerecorded tape. It helps locate the beginning or ending of  
programs you taped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 when the tape is ejected  
from the VCR.  
0:30:00  
Hours  
Minutes  
Seconds  
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. Insert the prerecorded tape and make sure it is  
rewound to the beginning.  
2. Press DISP 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 to fast forward the tape until 0:30:00  
appears in the time counter and press STOP.  
The time counter does not advance when it  
detects no signal (blank tape).  
5. Press DISP to remove the time counter from  
the screen.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
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. Your VCR has two index playback  
features. To locate the program you want to play, select a specific index number or search  
by scanning.  
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR.  
INDEX SEARCH  
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A mark too close to the current location on the tape.  
PRESS REW OR FF  
TO BEGIN SCANNING  
OR  
ENTER A SPECIFIC  
INDEX NUMBER  
--  
The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of  
five minutes or less.  
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The first index mark on the tape when you start  
searching from the beginning of the tape.  
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT  
To Index Search  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.  
INDEX SEARCH  
SEARCHING FOR  
INDEX MARKS...  
2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX  
SEARCH menu on the TV screen.  
3. Press REW or FF on the remote to scan or enter the  
number of index marks you want the VCR to search.  
PRESS STOP TO CANCEL  
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.  
Once the index mark or marks are found, the tape  
begins playback.  
4. Follow the directions on the screen.  
Zero Search  
The zero search feature allows the VCR to quickly return to a counter reading of  
0:00:00 anywhere on the tape. This is especially convenient when you want to  
watch a segment of the tape several times.  
ZERO SEARCH  
CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS  
2:17:25  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.  
PRESS REW TO GO TO  
0:00:00  
2. Press DISP twice to display only the time counter on  
the TV screen.  
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT  
3. Use PLAY, FF, or REW to advance to the place on the  
tape where you want to return quickly.  
OR  
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.  
5. Continue playing the tape.  
6. Press STOP.  
ZERO SEARCH  
CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS  
-2:17:25  
7. Press SEARCH twice to display the ZERO SEARCH  
PRESS FF TO GO TO  
0:00:00  
menu on the TV screen.  
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT  
8. Follow the directions on the screen.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Blank Search  
The VCR searches for blank portions of the tape that are more than six seconds long.  
BLANK SEARCH  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.  
SEARCHING FOR BLANK AREA  
2. Press SEARCH three times to display the BLANK SEARCH  
menu.  
3. Press FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote to begin  
searching for six seconds of blank tape. A message appears  
on the screen if a blank area is not found.  
PRESS FF TO BEGIN  
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT  
4. Press STOP to stop BLANK searching.  
Frame Advance (SLOW•F. ADV Button)  
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 on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR  
during playback to stop the action.  
2. Press SLOW•F. ADV each time you want to view a frame  
of the scene.  
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on  
the VCR to resume normal playback.  
Automatic Tracking  
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when you are playing back a  
tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on when 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. Tracking is used when playing a tape, and it has no  
effect during recording.  
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When streaks or snow appear in the picture,  
press TRACKING up or down on the remote or  
the VCR for the best possible picture.  
During pause, press TRACKING up or down  
on the remote to reduce any jittering of the  
picture.  
To turn Automatic Tracking back on,  
press both TRACKING buttons on the  
front of the VCR at the same time, or  
eject the tape and re-insert it.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR 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. Mono sound is  
recorded on the linear track.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
6 AUDIO  
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 feature lets you  
select which audio you play back.  
AUDIO  
To Select Playback Sound  
1 RECEPTION:  
STEREO  
2 TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI  
1. Press MENU to see the VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 6 to see the AUDIO menu on the TV screen.  
3. Press 2 to switch between HI-FI or LINEAR sound.  
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Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the Hi-  
Fi track and for normal use.  
The Hi-Fi indicator lights in the VCRÕs display  
panel.  
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Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on  
the linear track, such as a second audio program  
(SAP).  
The Hi-Fi indicator turns off in the VCRÕs  
display panel.  
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Recording and Playback Feature  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCE™  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª is a patented technology that detects and marks most commercials on your  
tape for any recording that is more than 15 minutes long. During playback, the VCR automatically skips the  
detected commercial segments or you can choose to manually skip them. This feature reduces three minutes of  
commercials into approximately 8-12 seconds of fast forwarding in the SLP speed. You can select a  
background of blue or see the video as the commercials are skipped.  
After recording, the VCR rewinds the tape to the beginning of the recording and determines where the  
commercials are located. It then marks the beginning and end of the detected commercial segments and  
returns the tape to the end of the recording. It does not erase the commercials from the tape.  
Because television signals do not indicate where commercials are located, this feature finds and marks them  
through a set of formulas based on how television is broadcast today. Since television stations broadcast  
differently and insert their own commercials, you may experience some variations in this featureÕs  
effectiveness. Station promotions, identifications, and announcements are not considered commercials Ñ but  
might be skipped.  
See ÒTrouble ChecksÓ section for answers to common questions about COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª.  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCE™ Marking  
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
3. Make sure CA MARKING is set to ON. If not, press 5.  
The VCR will mark most commercials for the following types of  
recording:  
PREFERENCES  
¥VCR Plus+, Timer, or One Touch Recording: The VCR will  
automatically mark the commercials after the power is turned off.  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
ON  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
AUTO  
OFF  
ON  
¥Manual Recording: When you press STOP to stop recording, the  
VCR will ask you if you want to mark the commercials. Just  
follow the on-screen display.  
THE VCR IS WAITING TO  
MARK COMMERCIALS IN THE  
PROGRAM YOU RECORDED.  
MARK and COMM alternate in the display panel while the VCR  
is marking commercials.  
1 MARK THEM NOW  
2 MARK THEM LATER  
3 DON’T MARK COMMERCIALS  
THE VCR WILL BEGIN  
MARKING IN 30 SECONDS...  
To Stop COMMERCIAL ADVANCE™ Marking  
Press STOP to cancel commercial marking.  
MARKING COMMERCIALS...  
PRESS STOP TO CANCEL  
To Turn Off Marking  
For special VCR use (such as editing or copying) or if you decide not to use this feature, turn  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª marking (CA MARKING) off.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
3. Press 5 to select CA MARKING: OFF.  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
PREFERENCES  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
The VCR will not mark the commercials.  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
ON  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
6 CA PLAYBACK:  
7 CA DISPLAY:  
AUTO  
ON  
OFF  
AUTO  
BLUE  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª is a trademark of Arthur D. Little Enterprises, Inc.  
0 EXIT  
A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed by Arthur D. Little Enterprises, Inc.  
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Recording and Playback Feature  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCE™  
To Select a Background for Playback  
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
3. Press 7 to select CA DISPLAY: BLUE or VIDEO.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
PREFERENCES  
¥ Select BLUE to have the VCR display a blue screen while it  
advances through the block of marked commercials.  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
ON  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
6 CA PLAYBACK:  
7 CA DISPLAY:  
AUTO  
OFF  
ON  
AUTO  
BLUE  
¥ Select VIDEO to have the VCR display the video as it advances  
through the block of marked commercials.  
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To Play Back a Recording Made Using  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCE™  
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
3. Press 6 to select CA PLAYBACK: AUTO or MANUAL.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
¥ Select AUTO to have the VCR automatically advance through  
the blocks of marked commercials.  
PREFERENCES  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
6 CA PLAYBACK:  
7 CA DISPLAY:  
ON  
AUTO  
ON  
OFF  
AUTO  
BLUE  
It works with most 30, 45, and 60-second commercials.  
A commercial group starting within the first two minutes or  
last two minutes of a recording will not be automatically  
skipped.  
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A commercial will not be skipped if the recording starts in the  
middle of a commercial segment, one isolated commercial is  
shown without others, or a commercial is longer than one  
minute. Press FF to scan through the commercial.  
It is possible that part of a recorded program might be skipped  
if the program segment is between commercials and less than  
one minute or there are frequent dark and quiet scenes. If part  
of the program is skipped, rewind the tape to the beginning of  
the skipped program segment and press PLAY.  
¥ Select MANUAL and the VCR will not advance through the  
blocks of marked commercials until you press SEARCH.  
The VCR will resume playback when it reaches the end of the  
marked commercials.  
If you press SEARCH during playback of material other than  
commercials, the VCR will still advance to the end of the next  
ÒmarkedÓ commercial block and resume playback.  
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Recording a Program  
Recordings  
Your VCR provides different recording options. These options are explained in this section of the manual.  
Recording Speeds  
Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP or SLP). The speed  
you select appears on the TV screen. Tapes recorded in LP can be played in this  
VCR.  
SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. That is why most  
prerecorded, rental tapes are recorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded  
on the tape. Special effects such as pause, frame advance, slow motion, and  
picture search work well in this speed.  
SLP (Super Long Play) gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded  
in SP. Special effects such as pause, frame advance, slow motion, and picture  
search work well in this speed.  
Recording Time  
Cassette  
T-120  
SP  
2Hrs  
SLP  
6Hrs  
8Hrs  
T-160  
2Hrs 40Min  
Normal Recording  
To Make a Recording  
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TVÕs  
video input channel.  
1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.  
2. Press VCR to set the remote to control the VCR.  
3. If you are using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator  
lights in the VCRÕs display panel. If not, press TV•VCR to turn it on.  
4. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.  
The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen.  
5. Select the channel to be recorded.  
The channel number appears on the TV screen.  
6. Press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to begin recording.  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel  
For some cable box hookups, this recording feature may not apply. Contact  
your local cable company for assistance.  
1. Follow steps 1 through 6 above.  
2. If you are using one of the basic hookups, press TV•VCR to switch to the  
TV channel.  
The VCR indicator turns 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•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote when the  
recording is finished.  
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Recording a Program  
One Touch Recording  
One Touch recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR  
turns off automatically at the end of the recording.  
POWER STOP•EJECT  
CHANNEL  
TRACKING  
RECORD  
REW  
PLAY•PAUSE  
FWD  
VCR  
TV•VCR  
Display showing 30 minutes  
remaining for recording  
RECORD  
1. Turn on the VCR.  
2. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.  
3. Select the channel you want to record.  
4. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.  
5. Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR twice to start  
recording.  
6. Press RECORD or REC repeatedly until the amount of recording time for  
the program is displayed on the TV screen.  
Press  
RECORD  
Recording  
Time  
REC  
CH 06  
0:30  
1:00  
1:30  
2:00  
3:00  
4:00  
(30 Min)  
(1 Hr)  
RECORD LENGTH 0:00  
(1 Hr, 30 Min)  
(2 Hrs)  
PRESS REC TO SET LENGTH  
(3 Hrs)  
(4 Hrs)  
Display on TV Screen  
Normal Record  
0:00  
Turns Off  
Each press of RECORD or REC increases the time Ñ 30 minutes up to 4  
hours.  
The amount of time the VCR records, power indicator flashes, and TIMER  
indicators lights in the VCR display panel.  
During recording, press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to  
display the time remaining on the TV screen. Press RECORD or REC again  
to increase the recording time.  
Stopping a One Touch Recording in Progress  
You can stop a recording by:  
¥ Pressing and holding the STOP button on the remote or STOP•EJECT on  
the VCR for approximately three seconds.  
¥ Pressing the RECORD button until 0:00 is displayed for the recording.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+* Recording)  
VCR Plus+ Setup  
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 for the VCR Plus+ channels that are different from the  
channels you receive them on. Refer to the chart below for standardized VCR Plus+  
channel numbers.  
2. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.  
Broadcast or Cable-TV  
Station Name  
VCR Plus+  
Channel Number  
Channel Number You  
Receive This Station On  
HBO  
ESPN  
ABC  
33  
See Note 1  
See Note 1  
See Note 1  
See Note 1  
34  
See Note 2  
See Note 2  
FOX  
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.  
3. Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
4. Press 4 to display VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
4 CHANNELS  
menu.  
5. Using the worksheet on the next page, press two  
numbers to enter each channel number you receive  
on a different channel than the assigned VCR  
CHANNELS  
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
Plus+ channel number.  
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
3 SIGNAL TYPE: CABLE  
4 VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST  
If a channel in your area has been assigned more  
than one VCR Plus+ channel number, enter that  
VCR+ CHANNEL MY CHANNEL  
same channel number next to each VCR Plus+  
channel number.  
5
4
--  
46  
3 -> -> -> --  
Press CHAN up or down to move the VCR PLUS+  
numbers up or down on the menu.  
2
1
--  
--  
USE CHAN UP/DN TO SELECT  
PRESS 0-9 TO CHANGE  
PRESS MENU TO SAVE  
Press CLEAR on the remote to erase a number.  
6. Press MENU when you are finished.  
Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TV  
58 The Movie Channel  
48 Music Television  
49 The Nashville Network  
38 Nickelodeon  
99 First Choice Four  
90 House of Commons  
91 La Chaine Francaise  
51 The Learning Channel  
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  
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  
69 Cathay International  
Television Inc  
68 Chinavision Canada Corp  
60 Country Music Television  
63 Family Channel  
62 First Choice  
96 First Choice Two  
97 First Choice Three  
64 Nostalgia Television  
99 Quality Value Cable  
41 Showtime  
42 Cable News Network  
45 Cinemax  
98 Cinemax 2  
97 Showtime 2  
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  
93 ViewerÕs Choice 1  
94 ViewerÕs Choice 2  
55 WGN Chicago  
37 Super Ecran B  
98 Super Ecran C  
66 Telatino Network  
46 TV5 Montreal  
92 Viewer's Choice 1  
43 WTBS Atlanta  
60 WWOR New York  
*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*  
(See Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Chart)  
Broadcast or Cable TV  
Station Name  
(Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.)  
Channel Number You  
Receive This Station On**  
* 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 program(s).  
¥ The remote is set to control the VCR Ñ using VCR.  
¥ The VCR is set up for VCR Plus+ programming.  
Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording  
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
2. Press 1 to display the VCR PLUS+ menu.  
1 VCR PLUS+  
3. Press numbers on the remote to enter PlusCode number for the  
program you want to record. VCR PlusCode numbers are  
VCR PLUS+  
found in most local TV listings.  
ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER  
(FROM TV LISTING)  
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.  
-
4. Press MENU to enter the program.  
VCR PLUS+  
If the VCR does not recognize the PlusCode number,  
UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER... PLEASE RE-ENTER appears  
on the TV screen. Check the number and enter it again.  
ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER  
(FROM TV LISTING)  
123456-  
5. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.  
HOW OFTEN SHOULD THIS  
PROGRAM RECORD?  
1 ONE TIME Ð single program recorded once.  
1 ONE TIME  
2 DAILY Ð program recorded at same time every day.  
2 DAILY (EVERY DAY)  
3 WEEKDAYS (M-F)  
4 WEEKLY (ONCE PER WEEK)  
3 WEEKDAYS Ð program recorded at same time Monday  
through Friday.  
4 WEEKLY Ð program recorded at same time once a week.  
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)  
CHANNEL  
START TIME 02:10 PM  
END TIME 03:35 PM  
START DATE 08/04/96 SUN  
TAPE SPEED SLP  
08  
6. Select a recording speed using the SPEED button.  
7. Press CLEAR if you want to change the program end time.  
This feature lets you extend the recording time on VCR Plus+  
programs. Also, this option may be useful when you are  
recording programs such as sporting events that could exceed  
scheduled broadcast times.  
PRESS CLEAR TO ADJUST  
PRESS MENU TO SAVE  
8. Press MENU to enter your program.  
A reminder appears which times or you can press MENU until  
VCR MAIN MENU appears.  
PROGRAM 1 HAS BEEN SAVED  
REMEMBER TO INSERT A  
RECORDABLE TAPE AND  
TURN THE VCR OFF BEFORE  
THE PROGRAM START TIME.  
If you have entered two programs whose times overlap,  
PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears on the screen.  
9. Repeat steps 2 – 8 for additional programs or press 0 to  
remove the menu from the TV screen.  
10. Turn off the VCR before recording time.  
The TIMER indicator appears in the VCR display panel.  
Stopping a VCR Plus+ Recording in Progress  
You can stop a recording by pressing and holding the STOP  
button on the remote or STOP•EJECT on the VCR for  
approximately three seconds.  
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Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)  
The timer program and VCR Plus+ 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 its safety tab in place 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 the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
3. Press 1 to display the CREATE A NEW PROGRAM menu.  
1 CREATE A NEW PROGRAM  
4. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.  
HOW OFTEN SHOULD THIS  
PROGRAM RECORD?  
1 ONE TIME Ñ single program recorded once.  
2 DAILY Ñ program recorded at same time every day.  
1 ONE TIME  
2 DAILY  
(EVERY DAY)  
3 WEEKDAYS Ñ program recorded at same  
time Monday through Friday.  
3 WEEKDAYS (M-F)  
4 WEEKLY (ONCE PER WEEK)  
4 WEEKLY Ñ program recorded at same time  
once a week.  
PROGRAM 1  
CHANNEL  
(ONE TIME)  
--  
5. Press number buttons on the remote to enter the channel  
number (or INPUT on the remote to select line input), start  
time including AM or PM, end time, and start date of the  
recording. Follow the on-screen prompts.  
PROGRAM 1  
CHANNEL  
(ONE TIME)  
08  
START TIME --:--  
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.  
PROGRAM 1  
CHANNEL  
(ONE TIME)  
08  
6. Press SPEED, or 1(SP), 2 (SLP) on the remote to select the  
START TIME 02:10 PM  
END TIME --:--  
recording speed.  
7. Press MENU to enter your program.  
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)  
CHANNEL 08  
A reminder appears which times or you can press MENU  
START TIME 02:10 PM  
END TIME 03:35 PM  
until TIMER RECORDINGS menu appears.  
START DATE 08/04/96 SUN  
TAPE SPEED SLP  
If you have entered two programs whose times overlap,  
PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears on the screen.  
1=SP 2=SLP  
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT  
PRESS MENU TO SAVE  
8. Repeat steps 3–7 for additional programs or press  
MENU twice to remove the menu from the TV screen.  
9. Turn off the VCR before the recording time.  
If using a cable box, leave it turned on and tuned to the  
channel you want to record.  
PROGRAM 1 HAS BEEN SAVED  
The TIMER indicator appears in the VCR display panel.  
REMEMBER TO INSERT A  
RECORDABLE TAPE AND  
TURN THE VCR OFF BEFORE  
THE PROGRAM START TIME.  
Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress  
You can stop a recording by pressing and holding the STOP  
button on the remote or STOP•EJECT on the VCR for  
approximately three seconds.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)  
Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN  
MENU.  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.  
1 CREATE A NEW PROGRAM  
2 REVIEW EXISTING PROGS.  
3. Press 2 to display the REVIEW EXISTING PROGS menu.  
Each entered program is displayed for a few seconds in  
sequence.  
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)  
CHANNEL  
START TIME 02:10 PM  
END TIME 03:35 PM  
08  
4. Press MENU for next program or CLEAR to erase the  
START DATE 02/02/96 FRI  
TAPE SPEED SLP  
program.  
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 VCRÕs  
AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks. Recording from the line input is  
convenient if you have a satellite receiver or similar  
component attached to these jacks.  
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)  
CHANNEL  
START TIME --:--  
END TIME --:--  
VIDEO  
START DATE --/--/--  
TAPE SPEED SLP  
To timer record from the component connected to the VCRÕs  
line input, press INPUT on the remote to enter VIDEO instead  
of the channel number on the TV screen during timer  
programming.  
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
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Stereo Broadcast 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 the TVÕs video input.  
1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.  
2. If you are using one of the basic hookups, make sure the  
VCR indicator lights 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 on the TV screen.  
4. Select the channel or line input (channel 00) to be recorded.  
The channel number or VIDEO appears on the TV screen.  
5. Set the RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for the  
type of audio you want to record.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
B. Press 6 to display the AUDIO menu.  
4 CHANNELS  
5 PREFERENCES  
6 AUDIO  
C. Press 1 to select the type of audio RECEPTION:  
STEREO, MONO, or SAP.  
AUDIO  
1 RECEPTION:  
STEREO  
¥ Select STEREO for normal and stereo broadcast TV  
2 TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI  
recording.  
The STEREO indicator appears on the TV screen when  
the station you are tuned to is broadcasting stereo.  
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¥ Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound  
is too Ònoisy.Ó  
¥ Select SAP to record SAP (second audio program) on  
the linear track.  
The SAP indicator appears on the TV screen when the  
station you are tuned to is broadcasting SAP.  
6. Press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to start  
recording.  
7. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote  
when you are finished.  
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RECORDING AUDIO  
You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO1 IN (L and R) jacks on the  
back of the VCR. Any video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only.  
To Record Audio Only  
1. Press the INPUT button or 0,0 on the remote to hear the  
source attached to the AUDIO jacks. VIDEO appears on  
the TV screen.  
The VCR records audio from the audio equipment  
connected to the AUDIO1 (L and R) IN jacks.  
2. Use SPEED on the remote to select the recording speed.  
The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen.  
3. Start playing the audio source. Then, press RECORD on  
the VCR or REC on the remote to begin recording.  
4. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote  
when you are finished.  
To Play Back Audio Only  
Connect the AUDIO OUT of the VCR to the appropriate input  
on your amplifier or receiver. Do not use the phono input.  
Refer to your amplifier or receiver userÕs guide for  
information.  
Using the Recording Features  
Recording Pause  
To prevent recording short passages of unwanted material, use PAUSE or PLAY•PAUSE  
during recording to stop and start recording. The VCR automatically switches from  
pause to stop after a few minutes.  
Pro-Tect Plus™ (Child Lock) Feature  
This feature is useful to tamper proof your timer recordings from unwanted changes  
and/or protect the VCR from misoperation by other users in the household.  
To Lock the VCR  
Press and hold POWER or VCR button on the remote for  
approximately six seconds to turn on the Pro-Tect Plusª  
feature.  
SAFE appears in the VCR front panel to let you know the  
feature is activated.  
To Unlock the VCR  
Press and hold VCR button on the remote for approximately  
six seconds to unlock the VCR.  
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Recording a Program  
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes  
Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.)  
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 the TVÕs video input.  
3. If you connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune the recording VCR to  
Caution: The unauthorized  
recording of television  
channel 3 or 4 Ð the one selected on the back of the playback VCR.  
programs and other  
materials may infringe the  
If you connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press INPUT on the  
recording VCRÕs remote to select the line input.  
rights of others.  
4. Insert the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR. Insert a blank tape  
with its safety tab in place into the recording VCR.  
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 on the VCR or REC on the remote, then PAUSE on the  
recording VCR.  
7. Press the 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 the  
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•EJECT 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 Tapes Using Compatible Remote  
If you have a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan remote with VCR1 and VCR2 buttons, you can program this  
VCR to respond to either VCR1 or VCR2. This lets you control both VCRs with one remote for easier  
copying and editing.  
Set the REMOTE CONTROL feature of this VCR to VCR1 or VCR2 position. Then, the  
compatible remote controls the VCR with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button  
Ñ depending on the position you select in the menu.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN  
1 VCR PLUS+  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 TIME  
MENU.  
4 CHANNELS  
2. Press 5 to display PREFERENCES.  
5 PREFERENCES  
PREFERENCES  
3. Press 1 to activate the REMOTE CONTROL:  
VCR1 or VCR2 feature.  
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1  
4. Press VCR1 or VCR2 on your compatible  
VCRÕs remote to change the setting and  
program this VCR to respond to VCR1 or  
VCR2 Ñ depending on the position you  
selected in step 3.  
PREFERENCES  
( PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE )  
2 AUTO PLAY:  
3 FRONT PANEL:  
4 ALERT SOUND:  
5 CA MARKING:  
6 CA PLAYBACK:  
7 CA DISPLAY:  
ON  
AUTO  
OFF  
OFF  
AUTO  
BLUE  
0 EXIT  
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Location of Controls  
Front Panel  
Tape Compartment  
CHANNEL  
POWER STOP•EJECT  
RECORD  
REW  
PLAY•PAUSE  
FWD  
VCR  
TV•VCR  
A
M
TRACKING  
Remote Sensor  
CHANNEL or TRACKING up or down  
RECORD  
Starts the VCR recording.  
Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs  
channel memory.  
Used for one touch recording.  
Adjusts tracking during playback.  
Remote Sensor  
FWD (Fast-Forward)  
Receives signals from the remote control.  
Fast-forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped.  
Searches the picture forward during playback.  
Aim the remote at this sensor with no objects  
between them.  
REW (Rewind)  
PLAY•PAUSE  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped.  
Searches the picture in reverse during playback.  
Plays a tape.  
Pauses the tape for stop-action viewing during  
playback.  
STOP•EJECT  
Pauses the tape during recording to prevent  
recording unwanted material.  
Stops the VCRÕs normal functions such as record,  
playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause.  
Ejects the cassette when the VCR is stopped.  
POWER  
Turns the VCR on or off.  
TV•VCR  
Switches the picture signal so that it either comes  
from the VCR or the TV channel.  
Back Panel  
R
AUDIO1  
L
IN FROM  
ANT.  
VHF/UHF  
OUT TO TV  
OUT  
IN  
3 CH. 4  
VIDEO1  
VIDEO1 IN and AUDIO1 IN Jacks  
3CH.4 Switch  
Receives signals from another component like a  
VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these  
jacks. Use INPUT (channel 00) on the remote to  
select.  
Selects the channel to which you tune the TV to see  
the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one  
of the basic hookups.  
IN FROM ANT. (Antenna) Connector  
VIDEO1 OUT and AUDIO1 OUT Jacks  
Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system  
when attached.  
Sends signals from VCR to another component like  
a TV, VCR, or camcorder when it is connected to  
these jacks.  
OUT TO TV Connector  
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.  
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Location of Controls  
Display Panel  
Hi-Fi  
VCR  
Indicator  
Indicator  
Power  
Indicator  
VCR Hi-Fi TIMER  
Timer Indicator  
A
M
Current Time, Channel Number, or Line Indicator (L), or Status  
Hi-Fi Indicator  
TIMER Indicator  
Lights when TAPE PLAYBACK feature is  
set to HI-FI.  
Shows VCR is set for timer recording when VCR is  
turned off.  
Flashes when the timer recording is set and there is  
no cassette in the VCR.  
Power Indicator  
Lights when the VCR is turned on.  
Flashes during a recording.  
VCR Indicator  
Lights when using the TV•VCR button.  
Time, Channel Number, or Line Input (L)  
When using one of the basic hookups:  
The current time is displayed. Only the AM  
indicator appears; when the time is PM, no  
indicator appears.  
¥ The picture comes from the VCR when VCR  
indicator is on.  
¥ The picture comes from the television channels  
The channel number or line input is displayed.  
Press INPUT on the remote to display the line  
input indicator (L) to record from the VIDEO1 IN  
and AUDIO1 IN jacks.  
when VCR indicator is off.  
Status Indicators  
Shows what the VCR is doing.  
PLAY A tape is playing.  
REC  
REW  
FF  
A tape is recording.  
A tape is rewinding.  
A tape is fast forwarding.  
STOP A tape is stopped.  
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Specifications  
Format:  
VHS  
Record/Playback  
Video: 4-Head  
System:  
Audio: VHS Hi-Fi Stereo 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:  
23 watts  
3.5 inches high  
(89 mm)  
14.2 inches wide  
(360 mm)  
11.2 inches deep  
(285 mm)  
Weight:  
8.2 pounds  
(3.7 kg)  
Storage Temperature  
Range:  
- 22 F to +149 F  
û
û
(-30 C to +65 C)  
û
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Operating  
Temperature Range:  
+41 F to +104 F  
û
û
(+5 C to +40 C)  
û
û
*Check your cable companyÔs 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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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 GE VCR Servicenter.  
Trouble  
Here's what to try:  
¥ Plug VCR into an operating outlet.  
No power  
¥ Check connections.  
¥ Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to drain the  
microprocessor inside the remote and reset it. Re-install the batteries and try remote again.  
¥ Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR.  
VCR does not respond to remote  
¥ Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.  
¥ Change batteries.  
¥ Check the ProTect Plusª feature.  
¥ Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV. See page 11.  
Remote no longer controls a GE TV  
¥ Reprogram remote for GE TV. See page 11.  
¥ Press TV or CABLE button to set remote to control the corresponding component. See pages  
11 and 14.  
Remote no longer controls a compatible TV, cable  
box, or satellite receiver  
¥ Reprogram remote to control the component. See pages 11 and 14.  
¥ Aim remote at TV with no objects between them.  
¥ Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed.  
¥ Change batteries.  
¥ 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  
Snowy or no picture during playback  
¥ Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.  
¥ Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3CH.4  
switch on back of VCR.  
¥ Check TVÕs fine tuning.  
¥ 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, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion  
playback.  
¥ Press TRACKING to move streaks for the best picture.  
¥ Check tape Ñ it may be worn out or of poor quality.  
Streaks in picture during normal playback  
Time counter not working  
¥ The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an  
unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until  
recorded material is detected again.  
¥ A minus (Ð) appears 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 reinsert cassette.  
¥ Broken tape Ñ try another cassette.  
¥ VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY•PAUSE on the remote or the VCR during  
recording or playback.  
¥ Check the ProTect Plusª feature.  
¥ Safety tab removed from cassette.  
Will not record  
¥ Make sure the line indicator (L) is turned off in VCRÕs display panel for normal recording  
from the VCRÕs tuner. Press INPUT on the remote to turn the line input off.  
¥ Check the ProTect Plusª feature.  
¥ Tape already rewound.  
Rewind does not operate  
¥ Power interruption. Clock on the front panel will show -:- -.  
¥ Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date). See page 9.  
¥ Daylight saving time information incorrect. See page 9.  
Clock shows incorrect time or date  
¥ Make sure AUTO DST feature is turned on.  
Time did not adjust for daylight savings.  
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Trouble  
Here's what to try:  
VCR Plus+ or timer recording not made  
or wrong program recorded  
¥ Wrong VCR plus+ code entered.  
¥ Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin.  
¥ Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).  
¥ Power interruption. Reset clock. See page 9.  
¥ Check to see if time and date are correct Ñ including AM/PM.  
¥ Program exceeded tapeÕs length or tape was not rewound beforehand.  
¥ VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start.  
¥ No tape in VCR or cassetteÕs safety tab broken off.  
VCR makes noise when stopped  
¥ VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the VCR  
continues to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode.  
Will not AUTO-SEARCH active  
¥ Check antenna connections.  
channels correctly  
¥ Check SIGNAL TYPE: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 8.  
Cannot select channels over 69  
¥ Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if SIGNAL TYPE: CABLE/ANTENNA  
feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 8.  
Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play  
automatically  
¥ Set AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 15.  
Tape plays back in slow motion  
¥ Press SLOW•F.ADV or PLAY to return to normal playback.  
¥ Timer recording programmed and no cassette in VCR.  
¥ This is normal.  
TIMER indicator flashes  
Time counter disappears while searching  
On-screen menus in English, French or Spanish  
Stereo or SAP sound not recorded  
¥ Check language feature in ÒStartupÓ section.  
¥ RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to STEREO to record  
broadcast stereo.  
¥ RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to SAP to record a second  
audio program.  
¥ STEREO or SAP indicator not on. Station not broadcast in stereo or SAP.  
No stereo sound during playback  
Stereo audio too noisy  
¥ PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR must be set to HI-FI to hear stereo sound during playback.  
¥ Stereo signal is weak. Set RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature to MONO.  
¥ Press one of the TRACKING up or down buttons to minimize the noise.  
VCR forwards through commercials or momentarily  
displays a blue screen during playback  
¥ COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª CA PLAYBACK feature set to AUTO.  
See pages 21-22.  
VCR forwards through a rental or pre-recorded tape  
displaying a blue screen  
¥ Some tapes use special control track marking. Set the COMMERCIAL  
ADVANCEª CA PLAYBACK feature, in the PREFERENCES menu to MANUAL.  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª feature does not mark  
commercials  
The commercial advance feature does not mark commercials under the following situations:  
¥ CA Marking: ON/OFF feature set to OFF. See page 21.  
¥ Recording is less than 15 minutes.  
¥ A single isolated commercial cannot be marked.  
¥ Recording started in the middle of a commercial segment.  
¥ The commercial is longer than one minute.  
¥ A commercial group within the first or last two minutes of a recording.  
¥ It does not mark commercials between 30-and-45 seconds and 45-and-60 seconds.  
¥ Accuracy and effectiveness can vary depending upon program content and the  
characteristics of the commercials.  
¥ Effectiveness may vary when local television stations insert their own commercials.  
Commercials recorded even though  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª feature  
was turned on.  
¥ COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª is designed to record the commercials, mark them, and  
then skip over the marked commercials during playback.  
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Questions and Answers About COMMERCIAL ADVANCE™  
Question  
Answer  
Will commercials be scanned through only on  
playback of recordings?  
Yes. The VCR does not rewind and mark commercial segments until after  
recording is finished.  
How fast does the COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª  
VCR scan through the commercial breaks?  
In SLP tape speed, a 3-minute commercial break is scanned through in  
approximately 8-12 seconds. In SP, it takes about 25-35 seconds.  
Are commercials still recorded if I want to watch  
them?  
Yes. The recorded program, including commercials, can be viewed by setting  
the CA PLAYBACK feature to MANUAL.  
What if the VCR scans forward through part of my  
program?  
Simply rewind the tape to just before the skipped segment, and press PLAY to  
view the program.  
Once a recording has been marked, does  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª work each time  
the tape is played?  
Yes. If the CA PLAYBACK feature is set to AUTO, the marked commercials  
should be skipped each time the tape is played in a  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª VCR.  
After marking commercials, is the tape left at the  
beginning or end of the recording?  
The tape is left at the end of the recording so it is in position to begin  
additional programmed recordings.  
Does the marking process interfere with other  
programmed recordings?  
No. If two or more recordings are programmed together without sufficient  
time to mark the first recording, marking will take place after all recordings  
have completed.  
What happens if the marking process is interrupted?  
Marking can be interrupted to allow use of the VCR. Marking will resume  
again when the VCRÕs power is turned off as long as the tape has not been  
ejected from the VCR.  
Does COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª work in all  
Yes, COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª works in SP, LP, and SLP.  
recording speeds?  
Will COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª marked  
recordings work in non-  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª VCRs?  
A COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª marked recording will play in a non-  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª VCR, but commercials will not automatically  
be skipped.  
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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  
date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.  
What we will do:  
¥
¥
Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your VCR.  
Pay any Authorized GE 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 GE VCR Servicenter. To identify your  
nearest Authorized GE VCR Servicenter, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow  
Pages, or call 1-800-447-1700.  
¥
¥
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 OwnerÕs 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  
+ and – Buttons.......................................................12,13,16  
3CH.4 Switch.......................................................3-6,7,10,33  
Accessories, Included.........................................................7  
Add or Remove Channels from Memory........................8  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu.....................................8  
ALERT SOUND Feature ..................................................10  
Antenna Connections......................................................2,3  
ANTENNA Signal ................................................................8  
AUDIO MENU..........................................................20,30,31  
AUDIO1/VIDEO1 IN Jacks ..................................6,29,32,33  
AUDIO1/VIDEO1 OUT Jacks.....................................3-5,33  
Audio Only, Recording....................................................31  
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH .............................................8  
AUTO, Display Panel .......................................................10  
AUTO PLAY Feature ........................................................15  
Automatic Tracking..........................................................19  
Back Panel..........................................................................33  
Batteries, Inserting in Remote...........................................7  
BLANK SEARCH Feature................................................19  
BRIGHT, Display Panel ...................................................10  
CABLE Button ..............................................................12,14  
CABLE Signal ......................................................................6  
Cable Box Function Buttons.......................................12-14  
Cable Box, Programming Remote ..................................14  
Cable System With Cable Box Connections..............2,4,5  
Cable System Without Cable Box Connections...........2,3  
CF DISPLAY Feature........................................................22  
CF MARKING Feature......................................................21  
CF PLAYBACK Feature ...................................................22  
CHAN Up or Down Buttons.......................................12-14  
CHANNEL Buttons............................................................33  
Checking Timer Recordings............................................29  
Checks, Trouble............................................................36,37  
Child Lock Feature ...........................................................31  
Choosing a Hookup............................................................2  
Cleaning the VCR .............................................................35  
CLEAR Button......................................................9,12,27-29  
Clearing VCR Plus+ or  
F.ADV (Frame Advance)•SLOW Button...................12,19  
FF (Fast Forward) Button......................................12,18,19  
FWD (Fast Forward) Button..................................18,19,33  
Frame Advance Feature..............................................12,19  
Fran•ais.................................................................................9  
French Language.................................................................9  
Front Panel.........................................................................33  
Hookups  
Antenna.....................................................................2,3  
Audio/Video Jacks...............................................2,3-6  
Cable-TV ................................................................2,4,5  
Two VCRs ....................................................................6  
HI-FI Playback............................................................20  
IN FROM ANT. Connector ........................................3-6,33  
INDEX SEARCH ...............................................................18  
INPUT Button ................................................12,29,31,32,33  
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE Menu.............................9  
Language, Selecting............................................................9  
Langue..................................................................................9  
Limited Warranty .............................................................39  
Line Input, Recording From............................................29  
Linear Playback.................................................................20  
Location of Controls  
Back Panel..................................................................33  
Display Panel.............................................................34  
Front Panel.................................................................33  
Remote Control ....................................................12,13  
LP Speed.............................................................................23  
Manual Tracking...............................................................19  
MENU Button ............................................................8-10,12  
Normal Recording ............................................................23  
Number Buttons............................................11,12,13,25,28  
One Touch Recording ......................................................24  
OUT TO TV Connector ..............................................3-6,33  
PANEL DISPLAY Feature................................................10  
PAUSE Button....................................................12,16,31,32  
Pause for Stop Action.......................................................16  
Pause, Recording...............................................................31  
Picture Search....................................................................16  
PLAY Button..................................................12,15,16,32,33  
PLAY•PAUSE Button..................................................16,33  
Playing a Tape..............................................................15-20  
POWER Button............................................................12,33  
POWER Indicator.............................................................34  
PREV CH Button...............................................................12  
Programming Remote for  
Timer Recordings........................................................29  
Clock Setting........................................................................9  
COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª  
Recording and Playback .......................................21,22  
Questions and Answers About.................................38  
Connections......................................................................2-6  
Antenna.....................................................................2,3  
Audio/Video Jacks...............................................2,3-6  
Cable-TV ................................................................2,4,5  
Two VCRs ....................................................................6  
Contents ...............................................................................1  
Controlling a  
Cable Box ...................................................................14  
TV................................................................................11  
Copying Tape, Connections ..............................................6  
Copying and Editing Tapes.............................................32  
Date and Time, Setting.......................................................9  
Daylight Savings Time.......................................................9  
Design Specifications........................................................35  
DIM, Display Panel ...........................................................10  
DISPLAY Button ..........................................................12,17  
Display Panel................................................................10,34  
Editing and Copying Tapes.............................................32  
EJECT•STOP Button ..................................................15,33  
English Language ...............................................................9  
Cable Box ...................................................................14  
TV................................................................................11  
VCR.............................................................................32  
ProTect Plusª...................................................................31  
REC Button....................................................12,13,23,24,32  
RECORD Button................................................23,24,32,33  
Recording  
Audio Only ................................................................31  
From Another VCR...................................................32  
Normal........................................................................23  
One Program While Watching Another................23  
One Touch..................................................................24  
Pause...........................................................................31  
SAP..............................................................................30  
Speeds.........................................................................23  
Stereo TV....................................................................30  
Timer...........................................................................28  
VCR Plus+ ............................................................25-27  
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REMOTE CONTROL Feature.........................................32  
Remote Control ............................................................12,13  
Remote Sensor...................................................................33  
Remove or Add Channels from Memory.......................8  
Review Programs Feature ...............................................29  
REW Button........................................................12,13,18,33  
SAP Recording ..................................................................30  
SEARCH Button .....................................................12,13,18  
Searching, Picture .............................................................16  
Second Audio Program....................................................30  
Sensor, Remote..................................................................33  
Setting  
Time and Date ...............................................................9  
Timer Recording .........................................................28  
Up the VCR...............................................................7-10  
VCR Plus+ Recording.................................................27  
SIGNAL TYPE Feature.......................................................8  
SLOW +/– Button....................................................12,13,16  
Slow Motion.......................................................................16  
SLP Speed..........................................................................23  
Solving Problems .........................................................36,37  
SOUND ALERT Feature ..................................................10  
SP Speed ............................................................................23  
Spanish Language...............................................................9  
Specifications.....................................................................35  
SPEED Button...............................................12,13,23,27,28  
Speeds, Recording.............................................................23  
Stereo TV, Recording........................................................30  
STOP Button.............................................................12,13,15,16  
STOP•EJECT Button ..................................................15,33  
Stopping a Recording.............................................24,17,28  
Table of Contents ................................................................1  
Tape Playback....................................................................20  
Time and Date, Setting.......................................................9  
Time Counter.....................................................................17  
TIMER Indicator...........................................................29,34  
Timer Recording  
Checking and Clearing.............................................29  
Front VCR Line Input...............................................29  
Recording...................................................................28  
Setting.........................................................................28  
Stopping .....................................................................28  
Tracking, Automatic and Manual ..................................19  
TRACKING Button.............................................12,13,19,33  
Trouble Checks.............................................................36,37  
TV Button......................................................................11-13  
TV Function Buttons ...................................................11-13  
TV•VCR Button.................................................3-6,10,23,33  
VCR Button...................................................................12,32  
VCR1 Button......................................................................32  
VCR2 Button......................................................................32  
VCR Controls................................................................33,34  
VCR, Cleaning...................................................................35  
VCR Function Button..................................................12,13  
VCR Indicator....................................................................10  
VCR Plus+ Recording  
Checking or Clearing................................................29  
Setting.........................................................................27  
Setup ......................................................................25,26  
Stopping .....................................................................27  
VCR, Turn On......................................................................7  
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels ....................................8  
VCRs, Connecting for Tape Copying...............................6  
VIDEO1 IN Jacks .......................................................6,29,33  
VIDEO1 OUT Jacks.....................................................3-5,33  
Warning..............................................................................10  
Warranty, Limited ............................................................39  
Zero Search ........................................................................18  
41  
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For your nearest Home  
Entertainment Dealer  
or Authorized Servicenter  
call toll-free in the U.S.A.  
1-800-447-1700  
Canadian Consumers –  
Your toll free numbers are:  
English: 1-800-522-0338  
French: 1-800-522-0445  
If you would like a copy of this manual in French, please follow the  
instructions below:  
Si un livret d’instructions en français n’est pas inclus avec votre appareil, vous  
pouvez en obtenir un (indiquer le numéro de modèle, votre nom, et votre  
adresse) en vous adressant à:  
Thomson Consumer Electronics  
Attention: Canadian Operations  
P.O. Box 0944  
Indianapolis, IN 46206-0944  
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  
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1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.  
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Printed in Japan  
Part Number 96-VG4259–1  
VQTS3242 (A)  
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