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user's guide
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TABLE O F CO N TEN TS
First Things First .............................................................. 3
Setting up the VCR ......................................................... 7
Using the QuickSet Guide ................................................................. 8
Using the Menu to Set Up features .................................................. 8
Language .......................................................................................... 8
Digital Satellite System Setup...................................................... 9
Cable Box Setup ..........................................................................11
VCR Channels List.......................................................................13
To Auto Channel Search......................................................13
To Change the Signal Type...................................................14
To Add or Remove Channels .............................................14
Time and Date..............................................................................15
Auto Clock Set Feature.......................................................15
Set the Time Zone ................................................................15
Set Daylight Saving ................................................................16
Set the Time and Date Manually ........................................17
VCR Plus+ Channels ...................................................................18
Additional SET-UP Features in the PREFERENCES menu .........20
Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option...................................................20
Auto Play........................................................................................21
Auto TV/VCR................................................................................21
EnergySaver ...................................................................................22
Front Panel (VCR Display).........................................................22
Preferred Tape Speed ..................................................................22
VCR Basics ..................................................................... 23
Remote Buttons..................................................................................24
Component Buttons ...................................................................24
VCR Function Buttons................................................................24
TV Function Buttons...................................................................25
Playing aTape .......................................................................................26
Automatic Rewind..............................................................................27
Tape Eject .............................................................................................27
Recording .............................................................................................27
Check the Safety Tab ...................................................................27
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Recording ...................................................................... 29
Recording features .............................................................................30
Express Recording (XPR) ..........................................................30
Timer Recording ..........................................................................31
Timer Recording withVCR Plus+ ............................................32
Setting Up the Channel List ................................................32
UsingVCR Plus+....................................................................32
Stopping a Timer Recording ......................................................34
Reviewing and Clearing Programs ...........................................34
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP
(Second Audio Program) ............................................................34
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Recording Audio Only ................................................................35
Playing Back Audio Only ......................................................35
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes ....................36
Programming the Remote ............................................ 37
About Programming the Remote ...................................................38
Programming the Remote to Control a TV ..........................38
Operate the TV ............................................................................38
TV Codes .............................................................................................39
Other Features .............................................................. 41
Picture Search Options .....................................................................42
Forward and Reverse Search ....................................................42
Slow Motion..................................................................................42
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) ......................................42
Frame Advance .............................................................................43
Index Search..................................................................................43
Go-To Search ................................................................................44
Tracking.................................................................................................44
Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature ....................................................45
Time Counter ......................................................................................45
On-Screen Displays ............................................................................46
Audio Set-Up Features ......................................................................46
Reception.......................................................................................47
Tape Playback ................................................................................47
Connections .................................................................. 49
Things to Know Before Connecting Components .....................49
ConnectingYour VCR ........................................................................50
Jacks and Cables...........................................................................50
Choosing a VCR Connection..........................................................51
Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections .........................51
Don’t Forget about the Auto TV/VCR Feature............................51
TV with RF Jack only .........................................................................52
TV with Audio/Video Jacks ...............................................................53
TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box
to Unscramble Pay Channels Only .................................................54
TV with RF Jack and Digital Satellite Receiver .............................55
TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Digital Satellite Receiver .........56
Appendix: Reference .................................................... 57
Front Panel ...........................................................................................58
Display Panel ........................................................................................59
Back Panel ............................................................................................60
Troubleshooting Tips..........................................................................61
Limited Warranty ................................................................................65
Specifications .......................................................................................66
Cleaning the VCR................................................................................66
Index ......................................................................................................67
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Fir st Th in g s Fir st
H i, m y n a m e is Liz …
Fir st t h in g s f ir st
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and I wrote this User’s Guide. It’s my job to see
that you have a rewarding user m anual experience.
You’ll find that I’ve arranged this m anual to clearly
explain all of your VCR’s features.
Se t t in g Up t h e VCR
VCR Ba sic s
Re a d t h e Fir st Th r e e se c t io n s
The first three sections of the m anual introduce
you to your VCR, and show you how to set the VCR
up and use the on-screen m enus. Reading these
sections gives you the basic inform ation you need
to use your VCR.
r e c o r d in g
Wh a t ’s Le f t ?
PRO GRAM M IN G TH E
REM O TE
The rest of the book highlights playback and
recording inform ation, contains a detailed
connections section, and a reference section that
includes troubleshooting tips, lim ited warranty, and
index.
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O TH ER FEATURES
Co n n e c t io n s
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READ ME!
These note boxes give you tips for
your new video cassette recorder.
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St e p 1: Un pa c k Wh a t ’s in t h e Bo x
The following items come packed in the box:
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VCR
Remote control
RF coaxial cable
STEP 2: In st a l l Ba t t e r ie s In t h e
Re m o t e Co n t r o l
Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the
batteries in your VCR remote.
1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment.
2. Place the batteries in the remote, matching the + and – ends
of each battery to the diagram inside the compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
STEP 3: Co n n e c t y o u r v c r
If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable system
and then to your TV, use the VCR’s ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks for a
good signal as shown.
VCR
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
RF OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
3
CH.
4
If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the jacks for a
better connection. Refer to the Connections section, toward the
back of the manual.
TV
CABLE/
ANTENNA
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STEP 4: PLUG IN TH E VCR
Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the
outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.
STEP 5: TUN e TH E TV
Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing
channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV’s video input.
•
If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors with
RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH. 4 switch to channel 3 or
channel 4 — the channel you want to use on your TV.
•
If you connect your VCR using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks with
audio/video cables, select the TV’s video input to see the
signal. See the TV Owner’s Manual.
STEP 6: t u r n o n t h e v c r
The first time you connect your VCR and turn it on, a menu
screen appears. This is the beginning of the QuickSet Guide
which helps you to set up specific features of the VCR. If you
choose not to use this Guide, you can set up each feature
individually.
Go to the next step to understand how to move through and
change items in the menu system.
STEP 7: Ac c e ss t h e m e n u s
The MENU and number buttons let you access, select and change
menu items. For example, to change the Auto Play setting, you
would do the following:
VCR View ing Channel
When using the ANT. IN and RF OUT
jacks to connect your VCR, tune your
TV to channel 3 or 4.
When using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks to
connect your VCR, tune your TV to the
TV’s video input.
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1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
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2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
P REF ERENCES
1
2
3
4
5
6
Re mo t e Co n t r o l : VCR1
Au t o P l a y :
ON
Au t o TV/ VCR:
En e r g y S a v e r :
F r o n t P a n e l :
Ta p e S p e e d :
ON
2 : 0 0
AUTO
S LP
0
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3. Press 2 to switch Auto Play to ON or OFF.
P REF ERENCES
1
2
3
4
5
6
Re mo t e Co n t r o l : VCR1
Au t o P l a y :
OF F
ON
Au t o TV/ VCR:
En e r g y S a v e r :
F r o n t P a n e l :
Ta p e S p e e d :
2 : 0 0
AUTO
S LP
0
Ex i t
See Additional Set-Up Features for detailed information
about the Auto Play feature.
STEP 8 : SET UP TH E VCR
Once you understand how to move around through the menus,
go to the next section to set up your VCR.
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Se t t in g Up t h e VCR
o n -sc r e e n g u id e a n d Ad d it io n a l
Se t -u p f e a t u r e s
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Below is a list of set-up features that you m ay want
to set up before you begin using your VCR for the
first tim e.
Se t t in g Up t h e VCR
VCR Ba sic s
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Using Q uickSet Guide
Select a Language
Set up for a Digital Satellite System
Set up for a Cable Box
Set up VCR Channel List (AUTO CHANNEL
SEARCH)
r e c o r d in g
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Set Tim e Zone and Daylight Savings (Auto Clock)
Set the Tim e and Date Manually
Set up VCR Plus+ Channels
PRO GRAM M IN G TH E
REM O TE
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Set the Rem ote VCR1/VCR2 feature
Set the Auto Play feature
O TH ER FEATURES
Co n n e c t io n s
6
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature
Set the EnergySaver feature
7
Set the Front Panel feature
Set the Preferred Tape Speed feature
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Usin g t h e Q u ic k Se t g u id e
The QuickSet Guide is an automated procedure that helps you
set up your VCR. The first time you turn on your VCR, the first
screen of the Guide appears.
S e l e c t
a
l a n g u a g e .
S e l e c c i o n e u n i d i o ma .
Ch o i s i s s e z u n e l a n g u e .
1
2
3
En g l i s h
Es p a n o l
F r a n c a i s
˜
Just follow the step-by-step procedures until setup is complete.
Some of the feature options may not apply to your VCR
configuration.
If the menu does not appear:
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•
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Make sure TV is tuned to the same channel as the 3 CH.4
switch or TV’s video line input.
Make sure VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if you
connected your VCR using the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks.
Check your connections.
If you choose to set up the VCR options individually, then go to
the next section.
If you ever need to manually enter setup.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 5 to display the Setup menu.
USIN G TH E M EN U t o se t u p f e a t u r e s
You can set up features by using the menu system. Each feature
that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section
as well as a few others you may want to set up before you
begin using your VCR.
On-Screen Menus
l a n g u a g e
Not all the VCR screens are show n in this
manual w hen explaining the features.
Select your preferred language, and the on-screen displays will
appear in that language.
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1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 8 to select the LANGUAGE menu.
LANGUAGE
S e l e c t
a
l a n g u a g e .
1 >En g l i s h
˜
2
3
Es p a n o l
F r a n c a i s
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
3. Select English, Español (Spanish), or Français (French).
Dig it a l sa t e l l it e sy st e m Se t u p
With this setup, the VCR turns on an RCA, ProScan, or GE satellite
receiver and tunes it to the desired channel at the start time of a
timer recording. For other brands, the VCR tunes the receiver to
the desired channel only if the receiver is turned on. Position the
satellite receiver above the VCR as shown in the Connections
section.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1
2
3
4
5
6
Au t o Ch a n n e l S e a r c h
Ad d / Re mo v e Ch a n n e l s
S i g n a l Ty p e :
CABLE
VCR P l u s + Ch a n n e l Li s t
Ca b l e Bo x S e t u p
DS S S e t u p
0
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3. Press 6 to select DSS SETUP.
DS S S ETUP
On wh a t c h a n n e l d o e s
t h e VCR r e c e i v e s i g n a l s
f r o m t h e DS S r e c e i v e r ?
- -
En t e r 0 1 - 1 2 5 o r I NP UT
P r e s s MENU t o c a n c e l
4. Enter the output channel of your satellite receiver, usually 03,
04, or video line input and press MENU. The VCR confirms
that it receives all DSS signals on the specified channel.
DS S S ETUP
Th e VCR wi l l n o w
r e c e i v e a l l s i g n a l s
f r o m t h e DS S r e c e i v e r
o n c h a n n e l 0 3 .
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
5. Press MENU and enter the code for your Digital Satellite
Receiver from the Satellite Receiver Code List.
DS S S ETUP
En t e r t h e c o d e f o r y o u r
DS S r e c e i v e r f r o m t h e
l i s t i n y o u r Us e r ' s
Ma n u a l
- -
P r e s s MENU t o c a n c e l
6. Turn on your satellite receiver and tune it to channel 100 and
then press MENU. Follow the on-screen directions.
DS S S ETUP
P l e a s e t u r n o n y o u r
DS S Re c e i v e r a n d t u n e
i t t o c h a n n e l 1 0 0 .
Satellite Receiver Codes
GE ................................................................ 00
Panasonic .................................................. 01
ProScan ..................................................... 00
RCA ............................................................. 00
Toshiba ....................................................... 02
Sony............................................................. 03
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
Once you have completed the setup, the VCR confirms the
DSS Setup is completed or canceled.
This VCR m ay not control all m odels
of the brands that are shown.
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Ca b l e Bo x Se t u p
This setup applies only when all channels are received through
the cable box. There are two steps:
•
The first sets up the VCR for the output channel of the cable
box signal.
•
The second sets up the VCR for a remote-controllable cable
box so the VCR can control the cable box by changing
channels for timer or VCR Plus+ recordings. Position the
remote-controllable cable box above the VCR as shown in the
Connections section.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1
2
3
4
5
6
Au t o Ch a n n e l S e a r c h
Ad d / Re mo v e Ch a n n e l s
S i g n a l Ty p e :
CABLE
VCR P l u s + Ch a n n e l Li s t
Ca b l e Bo x S e t u p
DS S S e t u p
0
Ex i t
3. Press 5 to display CABLE BOX SETUP. Then select one of the
three choices.
CABLE BOX S ETUP
Do y o u u s e y o u r c a b l e
b o x t o r e c e i v e ALL
c h a n n e l s o r o n l y S OME
c h a n n e l s ?
Cable Box Setup
1
2
3
ALL c h a n n e l s
On l y S OME c h a n n e l s
Ca n c e l s e t u p
ALL CHANNELS: enter tw o numbers for
output channel of your cable box or
press INPUT.
ONLY SOME CHANNELS: if you only use
the cable box to tune premium
channels.
CANCEL SETUP: select to cancel.
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4. If you selected ALL CHANNELS, enter the output channel of
your cable box, usually 03, 04, or video line input and
press MENU.
Cable Box Codes
ABC ....................................................... 22,46
Anvision ............................................... 07,08
Cablestar ........................................... 07, 08
Eagle ........................................................... 08
Eastern International ......................... 02
General Instrum ent .................... 04, 05,
15, 23, 24, 25, 30, 36, 46
CABLE BOX S ETUP
On wh a t c h a n n e l d o e s
t h e VCR r e c e i v e s i g n a l s
f r o m t h e c a b l e b o x ?
CABLE BOX S ETUP
Th e VCR wi l l n o w
r e c e i v e a l l s i g n a l s
f r o m t h e c a b l e b o x
o n c h a n n e l 0 4 .
( u s u a l l y 3 , 4 , o r Vi d e o )
0 4
P r e s s CLEAR t o c o r r e c t
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
Ham lin .................................. 12, 13, 34, 48
Hitachi ......................................... 37, 43, 46
Jerrold ........................... 04, 05,15, 23, 24,
25, 30, 36, 45, 46, 47
Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that the VCR
will now receive all signals on the designated channel.
Macom ................................................ 37, 43
Magnavox ............................ 07, 08, 19, 21,
26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 40, 41
5. Press MENU and select whether your cable box is remote
controllable.
CABLE BOX S ETUP
NSC ............................................................. 09
O ak ................................................ 01, 16, 38
O ak Sigm a ............................................... 16
Panasonic .................................... 03, 27, 39
Philips ................................... 07, 08, 19, 21,
26, 28,29,32,33,40,41
Ca n y o u r c a b l e b o x b e
o p e r a t e d wi t h
c o n t r o l ?
a
r e mo t e
1
2
Ye s
No
Pioneer ........................................ 18, 20, 44
Randtek .............................................. 07, 08
RCA ............................................................ 27
Regal .................................................... 12, 13
Regency .............................................. 02, 33
Sam sung .................................................... 44
Scientific Atlanta ..................... 03, 22, 35
Signature .................................................. 46
Sprucer ...................................................... 27
Starcom ..................................................... 46
Sylvania ...................................................... 11
Teknika ....................................................... 06
Texscan ............................................... 10, 11
Tocom ................................... 17, 21, 49, 50
Unika ............................................ 31, 32, 41
Viewstar .............................. 07, 08, 19, 21,
26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 40, 41
6. If your cable box is remote-controllable, turn it on and tune it
to channel 2. Press MENU to continue.
CABLE BOX S ETUP
P l e a s e t u r n o n y o u r
Ca b l e Bo x a n d t u n e
i t t o c h a n n e l 2 .
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
7. Enter the code for your cable box from the cable box
code list.
CABLE BOX S ETUP
En t e r t h e c o d e f o r y o u r
c a b l e b o x f r o m t h e
l i s t i n y o u r Us e r ' s
Ma n u a l .
W arner Am ex ........................................ 44
Zenith .................................................. 14, 42
- -
Press MENU to cancel
This VCR m ay not control all m odels
of the brands that are shown.
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8. Select one of the choices and follow the on-screen
instructions.
CABLE BOX S ETUP
Di d t h e c a b l e b o x
t u n e t o c h a n n e l 9 ?
1
2
3
Ye s , s e t u p i s c o mp l e t e
No , t r y a g a i n
No , c a n c e l s e t u p
Once you have completed the setup, the VCR confirms the
CABLE BOX SETUP is completed or canceled.
VCR CH AN N ELS LIST
If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary.
Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory.
Even though your VCR may come with a list, it’s possible that you
may want to add or eliminate some channels depending on
whether they are active.
To Auto Channel Search
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1
2
3
4
5
6
Au t o Ch a n n e l S e a r c h
Ad d / Re mo v e Ch a n n e l s
S i g n a l Ty p e :
CABLE
VCR P l u s + Ch a n n e l Li s t
Ca b l e Bo x S e t u p
DS S S e t u p
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3. Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu.
AUTO CHANNEL S EARCH
Wh a t t y p e o f s i g n a l
a r e y o u u s i n g ?
1
2
Ca b l e TV
An t e n n a
3 > De t e c t Au t o ma t i c a l l y
0
Ca n c e l
4. Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
options.
Choices one and two are self-explanatory. If you choose
Detect Automatically, the VCR automatically detects
which signal system you have attached to your VCR.
AUTO CHANNEL S EARCH
No w s c a n n i n g c h a n n e l 1 4
P r e s s a n y k e y t o c a n c e l
The VCR begins scanning for the available channels--this
takes about one to two minutes. The lowest channel is
tuned once the search is complete. Now pressing CHAN
up or down should only select the active channels.
To Change the Signal Type
Auto Channel Search
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
Use the Auto Channel Search feature
to place all available channels in
memory.
3. Press 3 to change the Signal Type between CABLE and
ANTENNA.
If you ever change cable or antenna
signals, you may need to Auto
Channel Search again.
To Add or Remove Channels
You may want to add or remove channels after you Auto
Channel Search, especially if some of the channels have
weak signals or you don’t want to watch them.
Detect Automatically
A strong cable or antenna signal in
your area may cause Auto Detect to
mis-detect. If this should happen,
select 1 or 2 for the system you have.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
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3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Use CHAN
up or down or number buttons to go to the channels you want
to remove or add.
ADD/ REMOVE CHANNELS
ADD/ REMOVE CHANNELS
Ch a n n e l 1 1 5
Ch a n n e l 1 1 5
i s p r e s e n t l y ADDED
i s p r e s e n t l y REMOVED
P r e s s CLEAR t o r e mo v e
P r e s s MENU t o e x i t
P r e s s I NF O t o a d d
P r e s s MENU t o e x i t
Tim e a n d Da t e
The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date. The Auto
Clock feature which enables the VCR to update the clock each
time you turn off the VCR. The Auto Clock feature is
advantageous because it updates the time for you automatically.
The second way is entering the time and date manually into the
menu system.
Selecting Channels
The CHANNEL up and dow n buttons
access those channels active in your
VCR channel list.
Au t o Cl o c k SET Fe a t u r e
You can still access channels not in
the channel list by using the number
buttons on the remote.
The Auto Clock feature is set to ON at the factory. In the ON
setting, the VCR looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data
Services) information and updates the clock using the
Coordinated Universal Time. There are certain steps that are
required, such as Auto Channel Search, setting the Time Zone,
and setting the Daylight Savings feature, before the Auto Clock
feature works.
Auto Clock Info
With a cable box, the VCR w ill not
reset the clock after a pow er outage
unless the cable box is set to the
channel carrying the broadcast signal.
Set the Time Zone
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
If AUTO CLOCK SET is unsuccessful,
try tuning the VCR (or cable box) to a
channel carrying the XDS information
(usually PBS), then turn the VCR off.
If the time does not set w ithin 10
minutes, set the time and date
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
manually through the menu items.
Check local cable system or TV
stations for availability of channels
w ith XDS.
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2. Press 3 to display TIME menu.
TI ME
1
2
3
4
S e t Ti me a n d Da t e
Au t o Cl o c k S e t : ON
S e t Ti me Zo n e
S e t Da y l i g h t S a v i n g s
XDS Ti me Da t a wa s
f o u n d o n c h a n n e l 2 0 .
0
Ex i t
3. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen.
S ET TI ME ZONE
Wh a t i s y o u r Ti me Zo n e ?
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Ea s t e r n
Ce n t r a l
Mo u n t a i n
P a c i f i c
Al a s k a
Ha wa i i
Au t o ma t i c
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
4. Select your time zone.
If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR sets the
clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time information it
finds. If the time is not correct, select another time zone or set
the time and date through the menu system.
Set Daylight Savings
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.
3. Press 4 to display the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu.
Spring forw ard; Fall backw ard
SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
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
(forw ard one hour), remember to
include the extra hour for timer
recording falling w ithin this time
frame.
Does your area observe
Daylight Svaings Time
from April to October?
1 Yes, DST is observed
2 No
3 Automatic
Press MENU to continue
4. Select one of the options.
•
•
DST is the acronym for Daylight Savings Time.
In the Autumn, daylight-saving time
ends on the last Sunday in October.
The VCR clock automatically changes
from 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM (back one
hour). Therefore, it can affect your
recording length.
If you choose AUTOMATIC, the VCR sets the clock using the DST
information broadcast in the signal (channel).
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SET TH E TIM E AN D DATE M a n u a l l y
If the AUTO CLOCK SET was unsuccessful, set the clock through
the menu option. The AUTO CLOCK SET feature is set to OFF
automatically when you set the clock this way.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.
TI ME
1
2
3
4
S e t Ti me a n d Da t e
Au t o Cl o c k S e t : ON
S e t Ti me Zo n e
S e t Da y l i g h t S a v i n g s
XDS Ti me Da t a wa s
n o t f o u n d .
0
Ex i t
3. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.
S ET TI ME AND DATE
Ti me - - : - -
( h h : mm)
Da t e - - / - - / - -
P r e s s MENU t o c a n c e l
4. Enter the data using the number buttons. Press 0 before
single-digit numbers and follow the on-screen directions.
S ET TI ME AND DATE
Ti me 1 2 : 3 4 P M
Da t e 1 1 / 1 8 / 9 8 We d n e s d a y
P r e s s CLEAR t o c o r r e c t
P r e s s MENU t o s e t
Time/Date Display
Pressing INFO on the remote displays
the time and date on the screen.
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VCR PLUS+ CH AN N ELS
Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel
Num bers for Cable TV
(USA List)
Using VCR Plus+ can make programming timer recordings for
cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time
right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet and abbreviated
codes for typical cable services in the U.S. and Canada are
provided.
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Am erican Movie Classics
Arts &-Entertainm ent
Black Entertainm ent
Bravo
39
57
54
42
45
98
37
53
63
34
47
33
95
96
51
46
58
48
49
38
64
99
41
97
59
52
44
62
93
94
55
43
60
Cable News Network
Cinem ax
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
Cinem ax 2
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
The Discovery Channel
The Disney Channel
Entertainm ent Television
ESPN Sports Network
The Fam ily Channel
Hom e Box O ffice
Hom e Box O ffice 2
Hom e Box O ffice 3
The Learning Channel
Lifetim e
2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1
2
3
4
5
6
Au t o Ch a n n e l S e a r c h
Ad d / Re mo v e Ch a n n e l s
The Movie Channel
Music Television
S i g n a l Ty p e :
CABLE
VCR P l u s + Ch a n n e l Li s t
Ca b l e Bo x S e t u p
DS S S e t u p
The Nashville Network
Nickelodeon
Nostalgia Television
Q ualityValue Cable
Showtim e
0
Ex i t
Showtim e 2
3. Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen.
Sports Channel
Turner Network Television
USA-Network
VCR+ Ch a n n e l My Ch a n n e l
5
4
3
2
1
- -
- -
Video Hits 1
- > - > - > - -
Viewer’s Choice 1
Viewer’s Choice 2
W GN Chicago
- -
- -
Us e CH+ / - t o s e l e c t
P r e s s 0 - 9 t o c h a n g e
P r e s s MENU t o s a v e
W TBS Atlanta
W W O R-New York
See next page for Canadian List
4. Enter the data following the on-screen directions using your
worksheet.
VCR Plus+ Channel List
VCR+ Ch a n n e l My Ch a n n e l
5
4
3
2
1
4 6
- -
Refer to your local television list for
a complete VCR Plus+ channel list for
your view ing area or contact your
cable company. Using the list may
save you some time.
- > - > - > 2 3
- -
- -
Us e CH+ / - t o s e l e c t
P r e s s 0 - 9 t o c h a n g e
P r e s s MENU t o s a v e
Screen is for an example only.
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VCR Pl u s+ Wo r k sh e e t
Bro a d ca st o r
Ca b le -TV St a t io n
Na m e
VCR Plu s+ Ch a n n e l
Nu m b e r**
Ch a n n e l Nu m b e r
Yo u Re ce ive t h e
St a t io n On *
Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel
Num bers for Cable TV
(Canadian List)
67 Allarcom PayTelevision/
Superchannel
H b o
33
34
ESPN
44 Arts & Entertainm ent
72 Cable News Network-Headline
News
61 Cable News Network
70 Canadian Hom e Shopping Network
56 Canal Fam ille
69 Cathay InternationalTelevision Inc
68 Chinavision Canada Corp
60 Country Music Television
63 Fam ily Channel
62 First Choice
96 First Choice Two
97 First Choice Three
99 First Choice Four
90 House of Com m ons
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
37 Super Ecran B
98 Super Ecran C
66 Telatino Network
46 TV5 Montreal
92 Viewer’s Choice 1
93 Viewer’s Choice 2
94 Viewer’s Choice 3
95 Viewer’s Choice 4
71 Vision TV: Canada’s Faith Network
38 Youth TV, Canada Inc.
*Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on.
**Check your local listing for broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned.
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Ad d it io n a l SET-UP f e a t u r e s in t h e
Pr e f e r e n c e s m e n u
The features in this section are all accessed through the
PREFERENCES menu.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
P REF ERENCES
1
2
3
4
5
6
Re mo t e Co n t r o l : VCR1
Au t o P l a y :
ON
Au t o TV/ VCR:
En e r g y S a v e r :
F r o n t P a n e l :
Ta p e S p e e d :
ON
2 : 0 0
AUTO
S LP
0
Ex i t
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.
REM O TE VCR1/ VCR2 Op t io n
If you own a compatible RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that has a
VCR2, VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button, this feature allows you to
set this VCR to respond to that button.
Press 1 to select the Remote Control item. Then press the VCR2,
VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button to change.
P REF ERENCES
P REF ERENCES
( P RES S VCR2 TO CHANGE)
1
2
3
4
5
6
Re mo t e Co n t r o l : VCR2
2
3
4
5
6
Au t o P l a y :
ON
ON
2 : 0 0
AUTO
S LP
Au t o P l a y :
ON
Au t o TV/ VCR:
En e r g y S a v e r :
F r o n t P a n e l :
Ta p e S p e e d :
Au t o TV/ VCR:
En e r g y S a v e r :
F r o n t P a n e l :
Ta p e S p e e d :
ON
2 : 0 0
AUTO
S LP
Remote Control Option
0
Ex i t
0
Ex i t
Changing the remote option to VCR2
disables the remote that came w ith
your VCR.
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The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote’s VCR2,
VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button. If you change the remote setting
to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer
control it.
Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to
VCR1. Display the PREFERENCES menu, press 1, and then press
VCR on the VCR’s remote.
AUTO PLAY
This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when
you insert a tape with the safety tab removed. Press 2 to switch
between ON or OFF.
•
Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to
start playing automatically when the tape is inserted.
•
Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab
removed to start playing automatically.
Au t o TV/ VCR
This feature controls whether the TV/VCR switch changes
automatically to the VCR mode. Press 3 to switch between ON
and OFF.
•
•
Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to the VCR mode
when the VCR is turned on or a cassette is inserted. This only
applies if you connect the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks of your
VCR and TV and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your
TV.
Select OFF if you want the VCR to remain in the TV mode.
This is useful if you watch your VCR on the TV’s video input
and you don’t want your antenna/cable signal interrupted by
the VCR. Refer to the Connections section, toward the back
of the manual.
Auto TV/VCR
Pressing TV•VCR w ill still sw itch
betw een the VCR and TV mode.
VCR mode: VCR indicator in the
display panel lights.
TV mode: VCR indicator turns off.
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En e r g y Sa v e r
By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of
inactivity. Press 4 to change the time delay, or to disable the
feature.
•
•
OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off.
1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or three
hours of inactivity.
Thirty seconds before shutting off, the VCR will warn you with a
screen reading, “The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. Press any
key to cancel.”
If you use the VCR’s tuner instead of your TV to tune channels,
you may want to turn this feature off.
Fr o n t pa n e l (v c r d isp l a y )
Tape Speeds
You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent display
panel on the front of the VCR. Press 5 to switch between the
options.
SP (Standard Play)
Gives the best quality recording, but
few er programs can be recorded on
the tape. Special effects such as
pause, slow motion, picture search,
and frame advance w ork w ell w hen
you play back tapes recorded in
this speed.
•
AUTO brightens the display when the VCR is on and dims the
display when the VCR is off.
•
•
BRIGHT keeps the display bright.
DIM keeps the display at a low brightness level.
LP (Long Play)
Your VCR is capable of playing back
tapes recorded in LP. You cannot
record in the LP speed.
Pr e f e r r e d Ta p e sp e e d
You can set a preferred tape speed that is established each time
the VCR is turned on and as the initial setting for timer
programming. Press 6 to switch between the options.
SLP (Super Long Play)
Gives three times the recording time
of tapes recorded in SP. Special
effects such as pause, slow motion,
picture search, and frame advance
w ork w ell w hen you play back
tapes recorded in this speed.
•
•
SP sets the preferred recording speed to SP.
SLP sets the preferred recording speed to SLP.
The preferred setting can be overridden using the SPEED button
on the remote.
Recording Tim e
Cassette
T-120
SP
SLP
6Hr
8Hr
2Hr
T-160
2Hr
40Min
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l e a r n t h e b a sic s To g e t
y o u st a r t e d
Fir st t h in g s f ir st
1
2
3
4
These VCR basics should be enough for you to
begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the rem ote
control functions, playing a recorded tape, and
recording a program should do just that.
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VCR Ba sic s
However, there are other features that
enhance the enjoym ent of your VCR, but they
aren’t necessar y to get you started. If you want
to learn m ore about your VCR, just keep
reading.
r e c o r d in g
PRO GRAM M IN G TH E
REM O TE
5
O TH ER FEATURES
Co n n e c t io n s
6
7
VCR Basics tells you w hat you need
to know in order to w atch a movie
or tape your favorite show.
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Re m o t e Bu t t o n s
The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many
brands of televisions. If you have an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV, you
may be able to control it without having to program the remote.
OFF
TV
VCR
REVERSE
PLAY
STOP
FORWARD
PAUSE
Co m p o n e n t Bu t t o n s
RECORD
INFO
OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR. Also
turns some compatible components on and off.
SEARCH
TV Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV and sets the
remote to control the TV. Also used with the OFF button to turn
on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote
to control the TV.
GO BACK
SPEED
MUTE
VCR Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE VCR and sets
the remote to control the VCR.
CLEAR
MENU
VCR Fu n c t io n Bu t t o n s
CHAN Up o r Do w n Selects next higher or lower channel in the
2
5
8
0
1
3
6
9
VCR’s channel memory.
4
7
CLEAR Resets time counter to 0:00:00. Allows you to change
entries when setting the clock or a timer recording.
F.ADV Lets you view one frame with each press of the button
when tape is in pause.
FORWARD Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped.
Searches forward through a tape during playback. Starts slow
motion during play-pause and increases slow-motion speed.
F.ADV
TRACKING
GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channel
and then select another using the number buttons. Press GO
BACK to switch between the two channels.
INFO Shows the status displays on the TV screen.
INPUT Selects between the line input and the VCR’s tuner. Line
input refers to the signal coming from the component connected
to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks.
MENU Brings up VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
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Nu m b e rs (0 t h ro u g h 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing
two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and
holding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the other
two numbers.
OFF Turns off the VCR when the remote is set to control the
VCR.
PAUSE Pauses playback or recording. Press PAUSE again to
return to playback or recording.
PLAY Plays a tape.
RECORD Starts VCR recording. Also used for express recording.
REVERSE Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches
backward through a tape during playback. Starts slow motion
during play-pause and decreases slow-motion speed.
SEARCH Displays Index and Go-To Search menus on TV screen
when VCR is stopped. Advances the tape 30 seconds of recorded
material during playback. Each press advances the tape an
additional 30 seconds up to five minutes.
SPEED Selects a recording speed (SP or SLP).
STOP Stops the current VCR function such as record, playback,
rewind, or fast forward.
TRACKING Up o r Do w n Lets you manually reduce the streaks
that may appear on the picture during play, slow motion, or
pause. Reduces picture “jitter” during stop-action playback.
TV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from
the VCR or cable/antenna system.
TV Fu n c t io n Bu t t o n s
CHAN Up o r Do w n Selects next higher or lower channel in the
TV’s channel memory.
CLEAR Removes menus or status displays from the screen.
GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channel
and then select another using the number buttons. Press GO
BACK to switch between the two channels.
INFO Shows the TV’s status displays on the TV screen.
TV Buttons
MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level.
The TV buttons may not control all
features of all models of RCA,
ProScan and GE TVs.
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Nu m b e rs (0 t h ro u g h 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing
two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and
holding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the other
two numbers.
OFF Turns a compatible TV off and on.
VOL Up a n d Do w n Raises and lowers sound of TV.
Pl a y in g a Ta p e
1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s video
input).
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.
.
.
VIDEOIN
Lmono •AUDIOIN •R
TI
MER
A
M
VCR
If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automatically
begins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed).
•
•
Press FWD or REV (FORWARD or REVERSE on remote) to
position the tape.
Press PLAY•PAUSE (if necessary) on the VCR (PLAY on remote)
to begin tape play.
•
•
Press PLAY•PAUSE (PAUSE on remote) for stop action.
Pause
Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the
picture, if necessary.
If you pause, the VCR automatically
sw itches from pause to stop after a
few minutes to reduce tape w ear.
•
Press STOP•EJECT on VCR (STOP on remote) to stop playback.
Automatic Tracking
The VCR has automatic tracking
w hich adjusts the picture w hen
playing back a tape recorded on
another VCR. Automatic tracking is
turned on w henever a tape is
inserted or the VCR’s pow er is
turned on.
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Au t o m a t ic Re w in d
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of
the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press
POWER and the VCR will turn off after rewinding.
Ta p e Ej e c t
Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote) when it is
stopped to eject the tape.
Re c o r d in g
If you want to record something that you’re watching, you can
use basic recording.
1. Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the
remote (see “Preferred Tape Speed” in Setting Up the VCR
section for information about tape speed settings).
2. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.
3. Press STOP to stop recording.
If you just want to pause the recording for a short time
(such as during a commercial), press PAUSE instead of STOP.
Ch e c k t h e Sa f e t y Ta b
No matter which recording option you use, you need to make
sure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape’s safety tab is in
place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed.
Safety Tab
If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it,
simply cover the hole with vinyl tape.
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SEVERAL r e c o r d in g O PTIO N S
Fir st t h in g s f ir st
1
2
3
4
Now that you’ve gone through the necessary
steps to operate your VCR, I’ll explain the
different recording features that are available
to suit your needs.
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Recording Features:
•
•
•
•
•
Recording (explained in VCR Basics section)
Express Recording
Tim er Recording
Tim er Recording with VCR Plus+
r e c o r d in g
Broadcast Stereo or Second Audio Program
(SAP)
•
•
Audio O nly Recording
PRO GRAM M IN G TH E
REM O TE
5
Copying and Editing Tapes
O TH ER FEATURES
Co n n e c t io n s
6
7
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Re c o r d in g f e a t u r e s
There are four ways to record programs:
•
Re co rd in g lets you press one button to start recording a
program. (See VCR Basics section.)
•
Exp re ss Re co rd in g lets you start recording a program you
are watching, and then set the VCR to automatically stop
recording after a designated period of time.
•
•
Tim e r Re co rd in g lets you program the VCR to automatically
start and stop recording at a predetermined time.
Tim e r Re co rd in g w it h VCR Plu s+ lets you program the VCR
just by entering a PlusCode number found in TV guides.
Ex p r e ss Re c o r d in g (XPR)
Use express recording when you want to quickly record the
remaining portion of the program you are watching.
1. Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the
remote.
2. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.
3. Repeatedly press the RECORD button to set up the
recording duration.
REC
CH 3 6
REC
CH 3 6
Re c o r d Le n g t h 0 : 0 0
Re c o r d Le n g t h 1 : 3 0
P r e s s REC t o s e t l e n g t h
P r e s s REC t o s e t l e n g t h
Each time you press the RECORD button, you increase the
recording time (up to 4 hours).
The VCR continues to record for the amount of time you
indicate, and then automatically turns off.
To stop an express recording, press and hold STOP for a
few seconds.
Express Recording
Express recording is a great w ay to
tape the last quarter of the game, or
the last part of a movie w hen you
have to leave.
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Tim e r Re c o r d in g
You can set up as many as eight timer recording programs.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.
TI MER RECORDI NGS
1
2
3
Cr e a t e
Re v i e w Ex i s t i n g P r o g s .
Us e VCR P LUS + Co d e
a
Ne w P r o g r a m
0
Ex i t
3. Select 1 to Create a New Program.
Ho w o f t e n s h o u l d t h i s
p r o g r a m r e c o r d ?
1
2
3
4
On e t i me
Timer Recording Information
Da i l y ( e v e r y d a y )
We e k d a y s ( M- F )
We e k l y ( o n c e p e r we e k )
Clock must be set correctly.
Insert a tape w ith the safety tab in
place and enough tape to record
the program.
0
Ca n c e l
4. Select how often you want the program to record.
PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you
have entered tw o programs w here
the times overlap.
Program 1 (One time)
Channel
Start Time --:--
End Time --:--
--
The TIMER indicator appears in the
display w hen you turn off the VCR
and a timer recording has been set. It
flashes if there is no tape in the VCR.
Start Date --/--/--
Tape Speed SLP
Press MENU to cancel
If your cable box or satellite receiver
can not be controlled by the VCR, turn
it on and tune it to the channel you
w ant to record before the recording is
to begin. The VCR channel should be
set to the box’s output channel,
usually Channel 3 or 4.
5. Enter the data for the program with the number buttons.
The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select
the line input), start time including AM or PM, and end time.
The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR
clock. The date and/or speed can be changed when flashing.
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6. Review the information to make sure it is correct, and then
press MENU to save.
P r o g r a m
1
( On e t i me )
P r o g r a m
1
h a s b e e n s a v e d
Ch a n n e l
S t a r t Ti me 1 2 : 0 0 AM
En d Ti me 0 1 : 3 0 AM
S t a r t Da t e 1 1 / 1 8 / 9 8 We d
Ta p e S p e e d S LP
1 0 4 Ca b l e
Re me mb e r t o i n s e r t
r e c o r d a b l e t a p e a n d
t u r n t h e VCR o f f b e f o r e
t h e p r o g r a m s t a r t t i me .
a
P r e s s CLEAR t o c o r r e c t
P r e s s MENU f o r n e x t p r o g
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
Tim e r Re c o r d in g w it h VCR Pl u s+
You can use VCR Plus+ to simplify timer programming by entering
the TV show’s PlusCode number found in most TV and cable
listings.
VCR MAI N MENU
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
1
2
3
4
5
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
Setting Up the Channel List
CHANNELS
1
2
3
4
Au t o Ch a n n e l S e a r c h
If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ channel list, you can do it now.
1. Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Display the VCR Plus+ Channel List menu.
Ad d / Re mo v e Ch a n n e l s
S i g n a l Ty p e :
CABLE
VCR P l u s + Ch a n n e l Li s t
VCR+ Ch a n n e l My Ch a n n e l
5
4
3
2
1
4 6
- -
- > - > - > 2 3
3. Go to Setting Up Your VCR if you need more information on
- -
- -
setting up your VCR Plus+ channel list.
Us e CH+ / - t o s e l e c t
P r e s s 0 - 9 t o c h a n g e
P r e s s MENU t o s a v e
Using VCR Plus+
1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
If your cable box can not be
controlled by the VCR, turn it on and
tune it to the channel you w ant to
record before the recording is
to begin.
2. Press 1 to display the VCR PLUS+ menu.
If, after perform cbsetup, i
VCR P LUS +
If your cable box is not copatible, you
must turn on cable box and tune it to
the channel you w ant to record in
order for a vcr plus recording.
En t e r P l u s Co d e Nu mb e r
( f r o m TV l i s t i n g )
_
if, after perform cbsetup, if cable box
ISS compabile, turn on cable box and
leave on for vcrplus recording.
P r e s s MENU t o c a n c e l
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks
of Gemstar Development Corporation.
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3. Enter the VCR PlusCode shown in your local television
programming guide.
VCR P LUS +
En t e r P l u s Co d e Nu mb e r
( f r o m TV l i s t i n g )
1 2 8 7 6 8
P r e s s CLEAR t o c o r r e c t
P r e s s MENU wh e n d o n e
4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number.
Ho w o f t e n s h o u l d t h i s
p r o g r a m r e c o r d ?
1
2
3
4
On e t i me
Da i l y ( e v e r y d a y )
We e k d a y s ( M- F )
We e k l y ( o n c e p e r we e k )
VCR Plus+ Recording
0
Ca n c e l
Clock must be set correctly.
5. Indicate how often you want the program to be recorded.
Insert a tape w ith the safety tab in
place and enough tape to record the
program.
P r o g r a m
Ch a n n e l
1
( On e t i me )
0 3 Ca b l e
S t a r t Ti me 0 8 : 0 0 P M
En d Ti me 0 9 : 3 0 P M
S t a r t Da t e 1 1 / 1 8 / 9 8 We d
Ta p e S p e e d S LP
The TIMER indicator appears in the
display w hen you turn off the VCR
and a timer recording has been set. It
flashes if there is no tape in the VCR.
P r e s s CLEAR t o a d j u s t
P r e s s MENU t o s a v e
PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you
have entered tw o programs w here
the times overlap.
6. Change the speed with the SPEED button on the remote or
the program end time with the CLEAR button on the remote
(if necessary).
UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER... PLEASE
RE-ENTER appears w hen the VCR
does not recognize the PlusCode
number.
Changing the end time comes in handy when you are
recording a program, such as a sporting event, that may
exceed the scheduled broadcast time.
If your cable box can be controlled by
the VCR, turn it on and leave it on
before the recording is to begin.
7. Press MENU to save the program.
P r o g r a m
1
h a s b e e n s a v e d
If your cable box cannot be
controlled by the VCR, turn it on and
tune it to the channel you w ant to
record before the recording is
to begin.
Re me mb e r t o i n s e r t
r e c o r d a b l e t a p e a n d
t u r n t h e VCR o f f b e f o r e
t h e p r o g r a m s t a r t t i me .
a
P r e s s MENU t o c o n t i n u e
Timer recordings w ill not be lost in
the event of an extended pow er
outage.
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St o p p in g a Tim e r Re c o r d in g
To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even an express
recording):
•
Press and hold the STOP button for a few seconds.
REVIEWIN G AN D CLEARIN G PRO GRAM S
To review programs that you have already set up:
1. Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display the
TIMER RECORDINGS menu.
TI MER RECORDI NGS
1
2
3
Cr e a t e
Re v i e w Ex i s t i n g P r o g s .
Us e VCR P l u s + Co d e
a
Ne w P r o g r a m
0
Ex i t
2. Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screen.
P r o g r a m
1
( On e t i me )
Ch a n n e l
1 0 4 Ca b l e
S t a r t Ti me 1 2 : 0 0 AM
En d Ti me 0 1 : 3 0 AM
S t a r t Da t e 1 1 / 1 8 / 9 8 We d
Ta p e S p e e d S LP
P r e s s CLEAR t o e r a s e
P r e s s MENU f o r n e x t p r o g
3. Press CLEAR to erase or MENU to see the next program.
Re c o r d in g Br o a d c a st St e r e o TV o r SAP
(Se c o n d Au d io Pr o g r a m )
Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP
(Second Audio Program).
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel
(either 3, 4, or TV’s video input).
2. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
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3. If your VCR viewing channel is 3 or 4, make sure the VCR
indicator appears in the VCR’s display panel. If not, press the
TV•VCR button on the remote to turn it on.
4. Use the SPEED button on the remote to select a recording speed.
The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen.
5. Select the channel or line input to be recorded.
6. Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for the type of
audio you want to record. See “Audio Set-Up Features” in the
Other Features section.
AUDI O
1
2
Re c e p t i o n :
Ta p e P l a y b a c k : HI - F I
S TEREO
0
Ex i t
7. Press RECORD to start recording.
8. Press STOP when you are finished.
Re c o r d in g Au d io O n l y
You can record audio only from another audio source connected
to the AUDIO IN (R and L) jacks on the back of the VCR or the
AUDIO IN (R and Lmono) jacks on the front of the VCR. (Select
L1 to record from the jacks on the back or L2 to record from the
jacks on the front of the VCR.
Recording audio only w ill erase
anything that w as previously recorded
on the tape.
1. Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the line input.
The VCR will record audio from the audio equipment
connected to the AUDIO IN jacks.
Audio Connection
BACK of VCR
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
2. Use SPEED on the remote to select the recording speed.
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO RF OUT
CH. 4
3. Start audio source playing and press RECORD to begin
recording.
3
4. Press STOP when you are finished.
Playing Back Audio Only
LEFT
To get stereo sound, connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of the VCR to
the appropriate input on your amplifier or receiver. Do not use
the phono input. Refer to your amplifier or receiver user’s guide.
RIGHT
OUT
IN
PHONO TUNER
TAPE
AUX
BACK of AMPLIFIER / RECEIVER
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Usin g Tw o VCRs f o r Co p y in g a n d
Ed it in g Ta p e s
Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the
recording VCR.
1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram below.
2. Turn on both VCRs and TV.
3. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’s
video input).
4. If you are using coaxial cables for the connection, tune
recording VCR to channel 3 or 4—the one selected on the
playback VCR.
If you are using audio/video cables, select L1 to record from
the jacks on the back or L2 to record from the jacks on the
front of the recording VCR.
Caution:
5. Insert the tape you want to copy into playback VCR. Insert a
The unauthorized recording of
satellite broadcasts, television
programs, or other copyrighted
materials may infringe the rights
of others.
blank tape with its safety tab in place into recording VCR.
6. Use visual search to locate the segment you want to copy on
the playback VCR. Pause the tape at this location.
7. Press RECORD on the recording VCR, then PAUSE.
8. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to begin copying.
9. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to stop copying.
Tw o VCR Connection
CABLE BOX
10. Repeat steps 6–9 to copy or edit additional segments.
IN
OUT
OR ANTENNA
PLAYBACK VCR
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO RF OUT
CH. 4
3
OR
RECORDING VCR
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO RF OUT
CH. 4
3
OR
TO TV
TO TV
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c o n t r o l y o u r TV
Fir st t h in g s f ir st
1
2
3
4
The rem ote can be program m ed to control a
television.
It is program m ed to control an RCA, GE, or
ProScan TV. O ther m anufacturer’s brands need to
be program m ed.
Se t t in g Up t h e VCR
VCR Ba sic s
r e c o r d in g
PRO GRAM M IN G TH E
REM O TE
5
6
7
O t h e r FEATURES
Co n n e c t io n s
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Ab o u t Pr o g r a m m in g t h e Re m o t e
OFF
The remote can be programmed to control other brands of
remote-controllable TVs. It is already programmed to operate
most RCA, ProScan, and GE televisions.
TV
VCR
REVERSE
PLAY
STOP
FORWARD
PAUSE
RECORD
INFO
Pr o g r a m m in g t h e Re m o t e t o Co n t r o l
a TV
SEARCH
If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the
remote needs to be programmed.
GO BACK
SPEED
MUTE
Follow these steps to program the remote to control your
particular TV:
CLEAR
MENU
1. Turn on the TV.
2
5
8
0
1
3
6
9
2. Find your TV brand and code number(s) on the code list on
the next page.
4
7
3. Press and hold the TV button on the remote.
4. Enter the two-digit code from the code list.
5. Release TV, and then press CHAN up or down. If the TV
responds to the remote commands, the remote is
programmed.
F.ADV
TRACKING
6. If the TV does not respond, repeat these steps using the next
code in the list.
O p e r a t e t h e TV
After you set up the remote, see which buttons operate your TV.
1. Point the remote at the TV, and press the TV button.
If the TV does not turn on, press the TV button and then
press the OFF button.
2. You may want to experiment to see which buttons operate
your TV. Try pressing buttons, such as VOL and MUTE. See
“TV Function Buttons” in the VCR Basic Section for details.
This remote may not operate all
models of the brands that are show n.
Note the difference betw een the TV
and VCR on-screen displays to see
w hich one the remote is operating.
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TV Codes
NAD ........................................... 07
NEC ............................................ 06
Panasonic .................... 04,08,11
Philco ............................ 04,06,12
Philips ..................... 03,04,06,12
Pioneer ..................................... 06
Portland ............................. 06,12
ProScan .................................... 01
Proton ....................................... 06
Q uasar ...................................... 11
Radio Shack ............... 01,05,13
RCA ............................... 01,06,12
Realistic .................................... 05
Sam po ....................................... 06
Sam sung ...................... 06,09,12
Sanyo .................................. 05,08
Sears ...................... 01,05,06,07,
08,10,12
Akai ............................................ 03
AO C .................................... 06,12
Candle ....................................... 06
Citizen ....................................... 06
Colortym e ............................... 06
Concerto .................................. 06
Curtis Mathes ................. 01,06
Daewoo ............................. 06,12
Daytron ..................................... 06
Electrohom e ................... 06,12
Em erson ................................... 06
Envision ............................. 05,06
Fisher .................................. 05,08
GE ............................ 00,01,06,11
Goldstar ............................ 06,12
Hallm ark .................................. 06
Hitachi ............................... 06,14
Infinity ....................................... 04
J C Penney ......00,01,06,09,12
JBL .............................................. 04
Jensen ........................................ 06
JVC ....................................... 10,11
Kawasho ............................ 03,06
Kenwood ........................... 06,12
Loewe ........................................ 04
Luxm an .................................... 06
LXI ................................. 04,05,07
Magnavox .................... 04,06,12
Marantz ............................. 04,06
MGA .................................... 06,12
Mitsubishi ......................... 06,12
MTC ........................................... 06
Sharp .................................. 06,13
Sony............................................ 03
Soundesign .............................. 06
Sylvania ........................ 04,06,12
Technics .................................... 11
Techwood ................................ 06
Teknika ...................................... 06
TMK ........................................... 06
Toshiba ................... 05,07,08,09
Universal .................................. 00
Victor ......................................... 10
W ards ........ 00,01,04,06,12,13
Yam aha ..................................... 12
Zenith ........................................ 02
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O TH ER FEATURES
f ea t u r es t o en h a n c e VCR o per a t io n
Fir st t h in g s f ir st
1
2
3
4
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Picture Search O ptions
Tracking
Se t t in g Up t h e VCR
VCR Ba sic s
Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking
Tim e Counter
O n-Screen Displays
Audio Reception
Audio Playback
r e c o r d in g
PRO GRAM M IN G TH E
REM O TE
5
O TH ER FEATURES
Co n n e c t io n s
6
7
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Pic t u r e Se a r c h Op t io n s
The most basic wa y to search during playback is using the FORWARD
or REVERSE buttons. This section contains several other options
available for searching a tape.
Fo r w a r d a n d Re v e r se Se a r c h
You can search a tape during playback. Sound is turned off during
picture search. Search works well for tapes recorded at either the SP
or SLP speed.
1. Pr ess FOR WARD to sear ch forward or REVERSE to sear ch in
reverse.
2. Pr ess FOR WARD or REVERSE a gain or press PLA Y to return to
normal playback.
SLO W M O TIO N
You can view a tape during play or play-pause using slow motion.
Slow motion works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed.
1. During playback,press PAUSE and then FOR WARD or REVERSE to
begin slow-motion playback,
2. Pr ess FOR WARD to incr ease or REVERSE to decr ease the speed of
the search.
3. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the
picture.
4. Pr ess PLA Y to return to normal playback.
The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback to
stop after a few minutes.
CO M M ERCIAL SCAN (SEARCH BUTTO N )
This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments.
1. Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape
approximately 30 seconds of recorded material.
2. Each press of the SEARCH button adds an additional 30 seconds
up to five minutes.
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FRAM E ADVAN CE
Frame advance lets you view one-stop action frame after another
during playback. Frame advance works well for tapes recorded at the
SP or SLP speed.
1. Pr ess PAUSE or F .ADV to “freeze” the action.
2. Pr ess F.ADV each time you want to view a frame of the scene.
3. Pr ess PAUSE or PLA Y to return to normal playback.
IN DEX SEARCH
The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records
an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording. During
playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number
of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse
from the location you are on the tape.
To Se a rch :
I NDEX S EARCH
1. Press ST OP.
P r e s s REV OR F WD
t o b e g i n s c a n n i n g
OR
2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX SEARCH menu
on the TV screen.
e n t e r
a
s p e c i f i c
i n d e x n u mb e r
_
_
3. If you want to search through a certain number of index marks,
press two number buttons to enter the number of marks you
want to search. Pr ess CLEAR on the r emote to cor rect an entry.
P r e s s S EARCH t o e x i t
I NDEX S EARCH
4. Pr ess FOR WARD to sear ch forward or REVERSE to sear ch in
reverse. The VCR will locate your index mark and begin playback.
If you did not enter a specific index number, the VCR will locate
the next index mark and begin playback.
S e a r c h i n g f o r
i n d e x n u mb e r 1 2 . . .
5. Press STOP to stop index searching.
P r e s s S TOP t o c a n c e l
I NDEX S EARCH
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR:
•
•
A mark too close to your location on the tape.
S e a r c h i n g f o r
i n d e x ma r k s . . .
The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of five minutes
or less.
•
The first index mark on the tape when you start at the beginning
of the tape.
P r e s s S TOP t o c a n c e l
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Go -To Se a r c h
The Go-T o search feature enables the VCR to quickl y locate a counter
reading anywhere on the tape. When the VCR locates the counter
reading, it will begin playback.
GO-TO SEARCH
Current tape counter is
2:17:25
1. Pr ess ST OP.
Press REV or FWD
to go to -:--:00
2. Press SEARCH on the remote until the GO-TO SEARCH menu
appears on the screen.
Press SEARCH to exit.
3. Press number buttons to enter the hour(s) and/or minutes of
the counter reading you want the VCR to “go to”. Press
CLEAR on the r emote to cor rect an entry.
4. Pr ess FOR WARD to sear ch forward or REVERSE to sear ch in
reverse.
5. Pr ess ST OP to stop Go-T o searching.
TRACKIN G
Your VCR has automatic tracking which r emoves the str eaks or
snow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated when you
insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to
manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a
different VCR. Just use the TRA CKING buttons to r emove the
streaks or snow.You can also use tracking when you pause a tape
to reduce jittering of the picture.
When you manually adjust the picture, automatic tracking is
turned off.To turn automatic tracking back on, press both
TRACKING buttons on the front of the VCR at the same time, or
eject the tape and re-insert it.
Tracking has no effect during recording--only playback.
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Pr o -Te c t Pl u s™ Lo c k in g Fe a t u r e
To disable the usage of theVCR, or to protect your timer r ecordings,
you can lock the VCR so that the buttons on the VCR or r emote won’t
work.
•
To Lock: Pr ess and hold theVCR button on the r emote for
approximately six seconds. The VCR turns off. SAFE a ppears in
the display if any button is pressed to let you know the feature
is activated.
•
•
To Lock While a Timer Recor ding Is In Pr ogress: Pr ess and hold the
VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds. SAFE
appears in the display to let you know the feature is activated.
To Unlock: Pr ess and hold theVCR button on the r emote for
approximately six seconds. The VCR turns on.
Tim e Co u n t e r
The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program
or play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helps locate the
beginning or end of programs you taped. The time counter resets to
0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from the VCR.
0:30:00
Hours
Minutes
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:
Seconds
1. Pr ess INFO t w ice to display the time counter.
2. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
3. Pr ess FOR WARD to f orward the tape until the time counter reads
0:30:00.
4. Pr ess ST OP.This is the a pproximate end of the program. (You may
want to press PLA Y to verify.) No w, you can begin recording at
this spot.
5. Press INFO to remove the time counter from the screen and
return to the normal display mode.
Locking Your VCR:
If a timer recording is programmed,
make sure your VCR is turned off.
Locking your VCR prevents the VCR
from being accidentally turned on.
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S t o p
Ch 0 5
WABC
0 : 3 0 : 0 0
1
2
3
O N -SCREEN DISPLAYS
The INFO button sho ws the status of theVCR (Stop , Play, Rec, etc.),
channel number (Video1 or Video 2 for the line input), time counter,
date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must
be set before they can be displayed.
1 1 / 1 8 / 9 8 We d 0 1 : 3 0 P M S LP
On-screen display
(times out)
1. Press INFO to see the on-screen displays. If the channel name is
available, it appears under the channel number.
0:30:00
2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on
the screen.
3. Press INFO again to return to the normal display mode.
Turning off theVCR also r esets the displays.
Time counter only
(does not time out)
Au d io Se t -Up Fe a t u r e s
The audio set-up features enhance your tape playback and
recordings. The features in this section are accessed through the
AUDIO men u and are shown in the displays below.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
Normal display mode
(status displays will appear)
VCR MAI N MENU
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
0
VCR P l u s +
Ti me r Re c o r d i n g s
Ti me
Ch a n n e l s
S e t u p
P r e f e r e n c e s
Au d i o
La n g u a g e
Ex i t
2. Press 7 to display the AUDIO menu.
AUDI O
1
2
Re c e p t i o n :
Ta p e P l a y b a c k : HI - F I
S TEREO
0
Ex i t
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.
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Re c e p t io n
Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second
audio program (SAP) which off ers a second language.The Reception
feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record. Press 1
to switch between Reception: STEREO, MONO, and SAP.
•
•
Select STEREO for normal or stereo broadcast TV recording.
Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too
noisy.
•
Select SAP to record a second audio program instead of the
normal audio on both the hi-fi and linear tracks.
Ta p e Pl a y b a c k
The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks
on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo
channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Press 2 to
switch betweenTape Playback:HI-FI, LINEAR and MIX.
To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a ster eo television or
amplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks.The Tape Playback
feature lets you select which audio you play back.
•
Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the Hi-Fi track and
for normal use.
•
Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the linear
monaural track, such as a second audio program (SAP) or a
dubbed voice-over.
•
Select MIX to play back the sound recorded on both the linear
track and the Hi-Fi track, sound-on-sound.
To receive Hi-Fi stereo sound, use
audio-video cables w ith a compatible
TV or receiver. Using only the RF OUT
jack w ill not produce stereo sound.
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c o n n e c t io n s
Th in g s t o Kn o w Be f o r e
Co n n e c t in g Co m p o n e n t s
Fir st t h in g s f ir st
1
2
3
4
Protect Your Components from Pow er Surges
Se t t in g Up t h e VCR
VCR Ba sic s
•
Connect all components before plugging any power
cords into the w all outlet.
•
Alw ays turn off theTV and other components before
you connect or disconnect any cables.
Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or
Interference
•
•
Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
r e c o r d in g
Place the audio/video cables to the sides of theTV’s back
panel instead of straight dow n the middle after you
connect your components.
•
•
Try not to coil any tw in-lead cables and keep them aw ay
from the audio/video cables as much as possible.
PRO GRAM M IN G TH E
REM O TE
5
Make sure all antennas and cables are properly
grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed w ith
your unit.
O TH ER FEATURES
Co n n e c t io n s
Protect Your Components from Overheating
6
•
Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components.
Ar range the components so that air can circulate freely.
•
•
Do not stack components.
Allow adequate ventilation w hen placing your
components in a stand.
7
•
Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of
the stand so heated air rising from it w ill not flow
around other components.
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Co n n e c t in g Yo u r VCR
Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR.
Ja c k s a n d Ca b l e s
RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)
The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, and
must be used if audio/video connections are not available for
your TV.
RF Jack
These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections.
The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled ANT. IN and RF OUT. The
coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR’s
RF OUT jack and your TV’s antenna input.
Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)
The AUDIO/VIDEO jacks provide very good picture quality and
stereo sound, and can be used if your TV has audio/video input
jacks.
Audio/Video Jack
These jacks are used for most audio/video connections between
components. The VCR AUDIO/VIDEO jacks are color coded
(yellow for video, red for right audio, and white for left audio).
If your TV only has one input for audio (mono), you may need a
Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels.
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Ch o o sin g a VCR Co n n e c t io n
There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on
whether or not you have cable service, and if you have a cable box,
and whether some of the channels are scrambled, and maybe you
have a satellite receiver along with cable (but no cable box), or a
satellite receiver and no cable or...well, you get the picture.
Five connections are described in this section and one of them should
provide you with a VCR connection that works.
•
•
•
TV with RF jack only
TV with audio/video jacks
TV with audio/video jacks and cable box to unscramble pay
channels only
•
•
TV with RF jack and satellite receiver
TV with audio/video jacks and satellite receiver
If you need to connect additional components not shown in the
diagrams here (and are unsure of how to connect them), refer to the
instruction manual that came with that particular component.
Ad v a n t a g e s o f Au d io / Vid e o Ca b l e
Co n n e c t io n s
Using a simple coaxial cable connection gives you good picture
quality. If your television has audio/video jacks, I highly recommend
using them to get even better picture quality and stereo sound when
recording and playing back videotapes. These connections give you
more convenient operation by not having to share the TV’s
antenna signal.
Do n ’t Fo r g e t a b o u t t h e AUTO TV/ VCR
Fe a t u r e
The TV/VCR switch controls whether the picture signal is coming
from the VCR or the TV.
You can change the setting manually by using the TV•VCR button on
the remote or you can set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON when
using only the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks and OFF when using the
AUDIO/VIDEO output jacks--so your TV signal is not interrupted
when the VCR is turned on.
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TV w it h r f j a c k o n l y
Position Remote-Controllable
Cable Box
This connection assumes:
VCR
•
•
You are connecting antenna, cable, or cable box system.
Your television has only an RF input jack.
CABLE BOX
This connection provides:
TRANSMITTER
•
•
Mono sound playback from VCR.
Record one channel while watching another (except
when using a cable box for all channels).
VCR'S
SIGNAL
To use this connection, you must have:
•
(1) coaxial cable for cable or antenna connection; (2) for
cable box
If your cable box is remote controllable:
•
Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to
block any of the VCR’s ventilation holes.
To connect:
1. Connect cables as shown.
2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.
Using This Connection
Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever one you selected
with the 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the VCR.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
Auto TV/VCR Setting:
•
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON.
To play a tape:
VCR
1. Insert a tape.
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
RF OUT
2. If necessary, press PLAY.
VIDEO
AUDIO
L
R
To record one program and w atch another:
3 CH. 4
1. Begin recording a program using one of the
recording features.
2. Press the TV•VCR button and select a different channel
on the TV.
TV
CABLE/
ANTENNA
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Position Remote-Controllable
Cable Box
This connection assumes:
VCR
•
•
You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system.
Your television has audio/video jacks.
CABLE BOX
TRANSMITTER
This connection provides:
•
•
Stereo sound playback from VCR.
Record one channel while watching another (except when
using a cable box for all channels).
VCR'S
SIGNAL
To use this connection, you must have:
•
(1) coaxial cable for cable/antenna connection; (2) for
cable box
•
(3) audio/video cables
If your cable box is remote controllable:
•
Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block
any of the VCR’s ventilation holes.
To connect:
1. Connect cables as shown.
2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.
Using This Connection
Tune your TV to its video input channel. Use of TV•VCR button is
not required.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA
Auto TV/VCR Setting:
•
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF.
To play a tape:
VCR
1. Insert a tape.
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
VIDEO
2. If necessary, press PLAY.
L
R
AUDIO RF OUT
3 CH. 4
To record one program and w atch another:
1. Begin recording a program using one of the
recording features.
2. Select a different channel on the TV.
TV
VIDEO
R
VIDEO
R
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
R
L
L/MONO
L/MONO
S-VIDEO
CABLE/
AUDIO
ANTENNA
OUTPUT
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t o u n sc r a m b l e pa y c h a n n e l s o n l y
Position Remote-Controllable
Cable Box
VCR
This connection assumes:
CABLE BOX
•
You are using a cable box only to unscramble premium
channels.
TRANSMITTER
•
Your TV has audio/video input jacks.
This connection provides:
VCR'S
SIGNAL
•
•
Stereo sound playback from VCR.
Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through the
cable box while watching an unscrambled channel.
To use this connection, you must have:
•
•
•
(3) coaxial cables
(3) audio/video cables
(1) splitter
All scrambled channels must be
view ed through the VCR.
If your cable box is remote controllable:
For Cable Box Setup, select ALL
channels. See page 11.
•
Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block
any of the VCR’s ventilation holes.
To connect:
1. Connect cables as shown.
2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.
CABLE
Using This Connection
Tune your TV to its video input channel. Use of TV•VCR button is
not required.
CABLE BOX
IN
OUT
Auto TV/VCR Setting:
•
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF.
VCR
To play a tape:
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
VIDEO
1. Insert a tape.
L
R
AUDIO RF OUT
CH. 4
2. If necessary, press PLAY.
3
To record a scrambled or unscrambled program and w atch
another unscrambled program:
TV
1. Begin recording a scrambled or unscrambled program
through the cable box using one of the recording features.
VIDEO
R
VIDEO
R
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
R
L
L/MONO
2. Select an unscrambled channel on the TV.
L/MONO
S-VIDEO
CABLE/
ANTENNA
AUDIO
OUTPUT
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TV w it h RF j a c k a n d d ig it a l sa t e l l it e
r e c e iv e r
Position Remote-Controllable
Satellite Receiver
This connection assumes:
VCR
•
You have a basic digital satellite system and your TV does not
have audio/video input jacks.
SATELLITE RECEIVER
This connection provides:
VCR'S
SIGNAL
•
Mono sound playback from VCR, recording from a digital
satellite receiver, and recording one off-air or cable channel
while watching another.
TRANSMITTER
To use this connection, you must have:
(4) coaxial cables and (3) audio/video cables
•
If the VCR can control your digital satellite receiver:
•
Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block
any of the VCR’s ventilation holes.
Caution
The unauthorized recording of
satellite broadcasts, television
programs, or other copyrighted
materials may infringe the rights
of others.
To connect:
1. Connect cables as shown.
2. Return to the First Things First Section, then follow the steps.
Using This Connection
•
Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever one you selected
with the 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the VCR.
•
To record and watch off-air or cable, tune your VCR to
channel 3 or 4 whichever one you selected with the 3 CH. 4
switch on the back of the receiver. Turn off receiver.
CABLE,CABLE BOX OR ANTENNA
SATELLITE SIGNAL
SATELLITE RECEIVER
•
To watch and/or record from the digital satellite receiver,
tune your VCR to its line input. L1 appears in display.
IN FROM ANT
SATELLITE
IN
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
S-VIDEO
Auto TV/VCR Setting:
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON.
•
VCR
To play a tape:
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
VIDEO
1. Insert a tape.
L
R
ADIO RF OUT
CH. 4
3
2. If necessary, press VCR and then PLAY.
To record one off-air or cable program and w atch another:
1. Turn off the digital satellite receiver and begin recording a
program using a recording feature.
TV
2. Press TV•VCR and select a different channel on the TV.
CABLE/
ANTENNA
To record a digital satellite receiver program:
1. Turn on the receiver, tune the VCR to its line input, and begin
recording a program using a recording feature.
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sa t e l l it e r e c e iv e r
Position Remote-Controllable
Satellite Receiver
This connection assumes:
VCR
•
You have an advanced digital satellite system and your TV
has audio/video input jacks.
SATELLITE RECEIVER
This connection provides:
VCR'S
SIGNAL
•
Stereo sound playback from VCR, recording from receiver while
watching cable or off-air channel, and recording one cable or off-
air channel while watching another.
TRANSMITTER
To use this connection, you must have:
(3) coaxial cables and (6) audio/video cables
•
If the VCR can control your digital satellite receiver:
•
Position it above the VCR as shown. Make sure not to block
any of the VCR’s ventilation holes.
To connect:
1. Connect cables as shown.
2. Return to the First Things First Section, then follow the steps.
Using This Connection
•
Tune your TV to its video input to record (or watch) the VCR
CABLE OR ANTENNA
or digital satellite receiver.
SATELLITE SIGNAL
•
To record from the digital satellite receiver, tune your VCR to
its line input. L1 appears in the display.
SATELLITE RECEIVER
Auto TV/VCR Setting:
IN FROM ANT
•
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. Use of TV•VCR button is
not required.
SATELLITE
IN
VIDEO
R
AUDIO
L
OUT TO TV
CH3
CH4
S-VIDEO
To play a tape:
1. Insert a tape.
VCR
2. If necessary, press VCR and then PLAY.
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
VIDEO
L
R
To record one off-air or cable program and w atch another:
1. Begin recording a program using a recording feature.
ADIO RF OUT
CH. 4
3
2. Select a different channel on the TV.
To record a digital satellite receiver program and w atch a cable
or off-air channel:
TV
VIDEO
VIDEO
R
INPUT 1
INPUT 2
R
R
L
L/MONO
1. Turn on the receiver, tune the VCR to its line input, and begin
recording a program using a recording feature.
L/MONO
S-VIDEO
CABLE/
ANTENNA
AUDIO
OUTPUT
2. Select a different channel on the TV.
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This section gives you som e additional inform ation about
the VCR, including a description of the unit’s controls
and display.
You also will find a TroubleshootingTips section in this
Appendix, which m ight help to resolve som e of those
sim ple problem s.
Finally, this section contains your warranty inform ation.
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Fr o n t Pa n e l
^
^
^
^
.
.
VIDEOIN
Lmono •AUDIOIN •R
TI
MER
A
M
VCR
Remote Sensor
AUDIO (R a n d Lm o n o ) a n d VIDEO IN Ja cks Receives signals
from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is
connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select “L2”
to record from these jacks.
CHANNEL•TRACKING Up o r Do w n Selects next higher or
lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. Adjusts tracking
when a tape is playing. Press both together to recenter tracking.
FWD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the
picture forward during playback. Starts slow motion during play-
pause and increases slow-motion speed.
PLAY•PAUSE Plays a tape. Pauses action for viewing during
playback. Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted
scenes.
POWER Turns the VCR on or off.
RECORD Starts VCR recording. Used for express recording.
Re m o t e Se n so r Receives signals from the remote control. Aim
the remote at this sensor.
REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the
picture in reverse during playback. Starts slow motion during
play-pause and decreases slow-motion speed.
STOP•EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record,
playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause. Ejects the tape when
the VCR is stopped.
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Disp l a y Pa n e l
TI MER
A
M
VCR
Tim e , Ch a n n e l Nu m b e r, Lin e In p u t In d ic a t o r (L1 o r L2 ), Ta p e
S p e e d In d ic a t o r, o r S t a t u s In d ic a t o rs
Tim e The current tim e appears. Only an AM indicator appears with
the tim e. There is no indicator for PM.
Ch a n n e l Nu m b e r o r Lin e In p u t In d ic a t o r The channel num ber
appears when the VCR is tuned to a channel. The line indicator (L1
or L2) appears when a line input is selected.
Ta p e S p e e d In d ic a t o r (S P a n d S LP ) Press SPEED on the rem ote
to change.
S t a t u s In d ic a t o rs Show what the VCR is doing.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
HI a n d BYE Turned on/unlocked; turned off
FF Fast forwarding
P LAY In playback (flashes during play-pause and slow)
REC Recording (flashes when in record pause m ode)
REW Rewinding
R0 :3 0 Express recording in progress
SAFE Pro-Tect Plus turned on
S CH a n d S CH– Forward and reverse search during playback
STOP Tape is stopped
TIMER Lights during express recording and when VCR is turned off
and set for tim er recording. Flashes when tim er recording is set and
there is no cassette in the VCR.
VCR In d ic a t o r (Applies only if the VCR Viewing Channel is 3
or 4). Press the TV•VCR button to turn on or off.
•
•
VCR indicator on: Picture from VCR.
VCR indicator off: Picture from TV channel.
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Ba c k Pa n e l
OUT
IN
ANT. IN
VIDEO
L
R
AUDIO RF OUT
3 CH. 4
3 CH. 4 Sw it ch Selects the channel to which you will tune
the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using
one of the basic hookups.
AUDIO (R a n d L) a n d VIDEO IN Ja cks Receives signals from
another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is
connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select
“L1” to record from these jacks.
AUDIO (R a n d L) a n d VIDEO OUT Ja cks Sends signals from
VCR to another component, like a TV or VCR, when it is
connected to these jacks.
ANT. IN Ja ck Receives a signal from an antenna or cable
system when attached.
RF OUT Ja ck Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.
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Tr o u b l e sh o o t in g Tip s
No pow er
•
•
Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet.
Check to make sure your connections are correct.
VCR does not respond to remote
•
•
•
•
Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR.
Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote.
The batteries may need changing.
Make sure the Remote VCR1/VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR can operate it.
Remote no longer controls an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV
•
•
Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV.
Check to make sure the remote is programmed to control an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV.
Remote no longer controls a compatible TV
•
•
•
•
•
Press TV to set remote to control the corresponding component.
Check to make sure there are no objects between the component and remote.
The batteries may need changing.
Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed.
Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote.
Release number 1, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.
Poor or no picture for normal TV view ing
•
•
•
Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off.
Check to make sure the TV is switched to an active channel.
Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.
Snow y 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 3 CH. 4 switch on
back of VCR.
•
•
•
•
•
Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channel you have selected.
Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.
Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input.
Try another tape.
Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion playback.
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Streaks in picture during normal playback
•
•
Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down for the best picture.
Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out.
Time counter not w orking or time counter not w orking in search modes
•
The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded
segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is
detected again.
•
•
A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter
reading of 0:00:00.
The time counter disappears during search; this is normal.
Will not record or play
•
•
•
•
•
Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR.
Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.
Check to make sure the tape is not broken.
Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.
Check the ProTect Plus™ feature.
Rew ind does not operate
•
Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound.
VCR Plus+ or timer recording not made or w rong program recorded
•
•
•
•
Check to make sure the correct VCR Plus+ code is entered.
Check to make sure the cable box or satellite receiver was turned on when recording was to begin.
Check to make sure the program was entered correctly (wrong channel or times).
VCR cannot control cable box or satellite receiver. Check to make sure VCR was set up for cable box
or DSS control or try repositioning the cable box or satellite receiver.
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•
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Power interruption. Reset the clock.
Check to see if time and date are correct – including AM/PM.
Check to make sure the program did not exceed the tape’s length or the tape was not rewound
beforehand.
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•
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Check to make sure the VCR was turned off at the time recording was to start.
Check to make sure there was a tape in the VCR and the cassette’s safety tab was intact.
VCR ejects cassette when the end of the tape is reached during a timer recording.
Check to make sure VCR Plus+ setup was completed correctly.
Will not record
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•
Check to make sure the safety tab is intact.
Check to make sure the VCR is not in the line mode. Press INPUT on the remote.
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Clock show s incorrect time or date
•
Power interruption. Automatic clock set was not turned on or did not work properly. Check time zone and daylight-
savings settings.
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•
Make sure VCR or cable box is tuned to channel carrying XDS information.
Auto clock set is not supported by digital satellite receivers. Set the clock manually.
Time did not adjust for daylight-saving time
•
Check to make sure daylight-saving feature is set correctly.
VCR makes noise w hen stopped
•
VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the VCR will continue to rotate for a few
minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode.
Will not AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH active channels correctly
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•
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Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.
Check to make sure the Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set correctly.
If Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu, try using either CABLE
TV or ANTENNA instead.
•
May not be necessary if using a cable box for all channels. Contact your local cable company for more information.
Tape plays back in slow motion
•
Press PLAY to return to normal playback.
Cannot select channels over 69
•
Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE.
Cassette w ith safety tab removed does not start to play automatically
•
Check to make sure the Auto Play ON/OFF feature is set to ON.
TIMER indicator flashes
•
Check to make sure there is a cassette in the VCR when a timer recording is set.
Time counter disappears during searching
•
This is normal.
On-screen menus appear in English, French, or Spanish
•
Check LANGUAGE feature.
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No stereo sound during playback
•
Check to make sure the Tape Playback feature is set to HI-FI to hear stereo sound during playback. The
tape you are playing must be recorded in HI-FI in order to play back in HI-FI.
•
Must use the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks on the back of the VCR to hear stereo sound.
Stereo audio too noisy
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•
Stereo signal is weak. Set Reception: STEREO/SAP/MONO feature to MONO.
Press one of the TRACKING up or down buttons to minimize the noise.
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Lim it e d Wa r r a n t y
What your w arranty covers:
•
Any defect in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
•
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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 w e w ill do:
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Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR.
Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to
repair your VCR.
How you get service:
•
Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA VCR Service Center,
ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
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•
Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence or purchase date or first rental.
Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed.
What your w arranty does not cover:
•
Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your VCR. Any
additional information should be obtained from your Dealer.)
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Installation and related adjustments.
Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR.
Damage from misuse or neglect.
Cleaning of video/audio heads.
Batteries.
A VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial
purposes.
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•
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 w arranty:
•
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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Sp e c if ic a t io n s
Fo rm a t :
VHS
Re co rd /Pla yb a ck
Syst e m :
Video: 4-head
Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback system
Vid e o Sig n a l Syst e m :
An t e n n a :
EIA standard: NTSC color
75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined
antenna terminal
Tu n e r:
USA:
181 channels capability*
(125 cable channels)
Canada: 178 channels capability*
(122 cable channels)
Typ e :
AutoProgramming frequency synthesis
120V AC, 60 Hz
Po w e r Re q u ire m e n t :
Po w e r Co n su m p t io n :
Dim e n sio n s:
19 watts (Standby: <4 watts)
3.54 inches high (90 mm)
14.2 inches wide (360 mm)
10.75 inches deep (273 mm)
We ig h t :
pounds (3.7 kg)
St o ra g e Te m p e ra t u re
Ra n g e :
- 22˚F to +149˚F
(-30˚C to +65˚C)
Op e ra t in g
+41˚F to +104˚F
(+5˚C to +40˚C)
Te m p e ra t u re Ra n g e :
*Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.
Cl e a n in g t h e VCR
Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to
dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the
top, back, sides, and bottom of the cabinet.
Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol
and various solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture
polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate
more dust. We recommend using a nonabrasive, antistatic
cleaner and polisher.
Specifications are subject to change.
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3 CH. 4 switch 5, 8, 52, 55, 60
C
D
Cable box codes 12
Cable box setup 11
CABLE BOX SETUP menu 11
Cables
Date and time setting 16
Detect automatically 14
Digital satellite system setup 9
Display panel 59
A
Accessing menus 5
Add or remove channels 14
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen
15
positioning 49
Display panel brightness 22
Displays
types of 50
CHAN buttons 15, 24, 25, 38
CHANNEL buttons 15, 58
Channel list 13, 32
Channel name display 46
Channel number display 59
Channels, add or remove 14
CHANNELS menu
front panel 58
ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks
4, 5, 8, 50, 51, 52, 55, 60
Audio
on-screen 46
DSS SETUP menu 10
DST (Daylight Savings Time) 16
AUDIO menu 46
Hi-Fi 47
linear 47
E
mono 47
Editing tapes 36
9, 11, 13, 14, 18, 32
Cleaning the VCR 66
CLEAR button
playback 47
Eject, tape 27
reception 47
EnergySaver feature 22
Express recording 30
recording audio only 35
SAP 47
24, 25, 33, 34, 43, 44, 45
Clearing programs 34
Commercial scan search 42
Connecting your VCR 4
Connections
set-up features 46
stereo 47
F
AUDIO/VIDEO jacks
4, 5, 24, 35, 36, 50,
51, 53, 54, 56, 58, 60
Auto channel search 13
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu
14
F.ADV button 24, 43
First setup 3
audio only 35
Forward and reverse search 42
FORWARD button
24, 26, 42, 43, 44, 45
Frame advance 43
Front panel
audio/video cable advantages
51
choosing 51
information 49, 50
TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks 53
TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks and
cable box to unscramble pay
channels only 54
Auto clock set feature 15
AUTO CLOCK SET screen 15
Auto play feature 6, 21, 26
Auto TV/VCR feature
21, 51, 52, 53, 54, 55, 56
Automatic rewind 27
Automatic tracking 26
controls 58
VCR display brightness feature
22
FWD button 26, 58
TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks and
satellite receiver 56
TV with RF jack and satellite
receiver 55
G
GO BACK button 24, 25
B
TV with RF jack only 52
two VCRs 36
Go-to search 44
Back panel controls 60
GO-TO SEARCH menu 44
Contents 1
Basics, learn the 23
Copying and editing tapes 36
Batteries, install in the remote 4
Broadcast stereo TV recording 34
continued on next page
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H
N
feature 35
SAP 47
Hi-Fi playback 47
Number buttons 5, 25, 26
stereo 47
RECORD button
I
O
25, 27, 30, 35, 36, 58
Recording
Important information
OFF button 24, 25, 26, 38
On-screen displays 46
Overheating 49
audio only 35
inside front cover
broadcast stereo TV 34
copying and editing tapes 36
express 30
Index search 43
INDEX SEARCH menu 43
INFO button 17, 24, 25, 45, 46
INPUT button 24, 31, 35
P
SAP 34
speeds 22
PAUSE button
timer 31
25, 26, 27, 36, 42, 43
Pause during play 27
Picture search options 42
PLAY button
J
Jacks
types of 30
VCR plus+ 32
XPR (express) 30
Remote
ANT. IN and RF OUT
4, 5, 8, 50, 51, 52, 55, 60
AUDIO/VIDEO
25, 26, 42, 43, 45, 52, 53,
54, 55, 56
buttons 24
component buttons 24
install batteries 4
program for TV 38
sensor 58
4, 5, 24, 35, 36, 50, 51,
53, 54, 56, 58, 60
types of 50
PLAY•PAUSE button 26, 58
Playing a tape 26
Plugging in the VCR 5
POWER button 27, 58
Power surges 49
TV function buttons 25
VCR function buttons 24
VCR1/VCR2 option 20
Remove or add channels 14
REV button 26, 58
REVERSE button
25, 26, 42, 43, 44
Review programs screen 34
Reviewing programs 34
Rewind, automatic 27
L
PREFERENCES menu 20
Preferred tape speed feature 22
Pro-Tect Plus locking feature 45
Problem solving 61
Product registration
inside front cover
L1 and L2 line indicators
35, 36, 56, 59
Language feature 8
LANGUAGE menu 9
Limited warranty 65
Linear playback 47
Locking feature 45
LP speed 22
Programming the remote
to operate a TV 38
PROGRAMS OVERLAP message
31, 33
S
M
MENU button
Q
SAFE indicator 45
Safety tab 27, 36
SAP reception 47
SAP recording 34
Satellite receiver codes 10
Search
5, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14,
15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 24, 31,
32, 33, 34, 46
QuickSet guide 8
R
Reception
Mix audio playback 47
Mono playback 47
Mono reception 47
MUTE button 25
commercial scan 42
forward and reverse 42
mono 47
reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP
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frame advance 43
go-to 44
STOP•EJECT button 26, 27, 58
Stop-action pause 27
U
Unpack the VCR 4
index 43
Stopping a timer recording 34
UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER message 33
slow-motion 42
SEARCH button 25, 42, 43, 44
SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen 16
Set time and date manually 17
SET TIME AND DATE menu 17
SET TIME ZONE screen 16
Set up
T
V
Tab, safety 27, 36
Table of contents 1
Tape
VCR button 21, 24, 45
VCR channel 36
VCR channel list 13
VCR, cleaning 66
eject 27
playback 47
additional features 7
cable box 11
VCR function buttons 24
VCR indicator 8, 59
VCR MAIN MENU
playing 26
digital satellite system 9
first 3
record over 27
Tape speed indicators 35, 59
Tape speeds, description 22
Time and date
6, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, 20, 31, 32, 46
VCR Plus+
language 8
setting up the VCR 6
setup menu 8
set daylight saving 16
setting 15, 16
channel list Canada 19
channel list menu 32
channel list screen 18
channel list USA 18
channels 18
using menus 8
Signal type
setting time zone 15, 16
Time counter 45
Time display 59
CABLE and ANTENNA 14
changing 14
TIME menu 16, 17
TIMER indicator 31, 33, 59
Timer recording
Slow-motion search 42
SLP speed 22, 42, 43
Solving problems 61
SP speed 22, 42, 43
Specifications 66
SPEED button 25, 27, 30, 33, 35
Status indicators
BYE 59
clearing programs 34
information 33
menu 32
clearing programs 34
express 30
PlusCodes 33
recording 32, 33
information 31
setting up channels 18
stopping 34
stopping 34
TIMER RECORDINGS menu 31
using 31
worksheet for channels 19
VCR, turn on 5
FF 59
HI 59
with VCR Plus+ 30
Tips, troubleshooting 61
Tracking 44
VCR viewing channel 5, 34
Video1 and Video2 indicators 46
VOL buttons 26
PLAY 59
R0:30 (express recording) 59
REC 59
TRACKING buttons
25, 26, 42, 44, 58
Troubleshooting tips 61
TV button 24, 38
TV codes 39
REW 59
W
SAFE 59
SCH and SCH- 59
STOP 59
Warranty, limited 65
TV function buttons 25
TV•VCR button
TIMER 59
X
Stereo reception 47
STOP button
25, 35, 51, 52, 53, 54,
55, 56, 59
XDS (Extended Data Services) informa-
25, 26, 27, 30, 35, 43, 44, 45
tion 15
XPR (express recording) 30
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If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the
nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not
send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this
manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service
for your product.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290
©1998 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Trademark(s)® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
®
As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Thomson Consumer
Electronics has determined that this product or
®
Printed in Japan
product model meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines
TOCOM 15313900
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