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  • Page 1 VG2042 VCR User’s Guide We bring good things to life.

  • Page 2: Important Information

    Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product. VG2042 Model No. Serial No. Purchase Date:...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using the Menu to Set Up Features ... 8 Language ... 8 Cable Box Setup ... 8 VCR Channels List ... 10 To Auto Channel Search ... 10 To Change the Signal Type ... 11 To Add or Remove Channels ... 11 Time and Date ...
  • Page 4 Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type) ... 40 Choosing a VCR Connection ... 41 Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections ... 41 Don’t Forget About the Auto TV/VCR Feature ... 41 TV With RF Jack Only ... 42 TV With Audio/Video Jacks ... 43 TV With Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only ...

  • Page 5: First Things First

    Read the First Three Sections The first three sections of the manual introduce you to your VCR, and show you how to set the VCR up and use the on-screen menus. Reading these sections gives you the basic information you need to use your VCR.

  • Page 6: Remote Control

    STEP 3: Connect Your VCR If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable system and then to your TV, use the VCR’s IN FROM ANT. and OUT TO TV jacks for a good signal as shown. If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the audio/video jacks on the TV and VCR for a better connection.
  • Page 7 TV’s video input to see the signal. See the TV Owner’s Manual . STEP 6: Turn On the VCR Press POWER to turn on the VCR. Turning on the VCR for the first time starts the Interactive Setup feature. STEP 7: Interactive Setup The first time the VCR is turned on, Interactive Setup—a brief...
  • Page 8 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: 1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 Timer Recordings...
  • Page 9 SETTING UP THE VCR Set-up Features Below is a list of set-up features that you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR for the first time: • Select a language • Set for use with a cable box •...

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Vcr

    Cable Box Setup This setup applies only when all channels are received through the cable box. The VCR will automatically enter the output channel of the cable box when programming your VCR for timer recordings. On-screen Menus Not all the VCR screens are shown in this manual when explaining the features.

  • Page 11: All Channels

    (usually 3, 4, or Video) Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to continue Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that Cable Box Setup is complete. CABLE BOX SETUP The VCR will now receive all signals from the cable box on channel 04.

  • Page 12: Vcr Channels List

    If you use a cable box for all channels , this step is not necessary. Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory. Even though your VCR may come with a list, it’s possible that you may want to add or eliminate some channels depending on whether they are active.

  • Page 13: To Change The Signal Type

    AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Now scanning channel 14 Press any key to cancel The VCR begins scanning for the available channels—this takes about one to two minutes. The lowest channel is tuned once the search is completed. Pressing CHANNEL up or down now selects the active channels.

  • Page 14: Time And Date

    • Select ON if you want the VCR’s clock to automatically adjust for daylight-saving time. • Select OFF if you do not want the VCR’s clock to adjust for daylight-saving time. Spring forward; Fall backward In the Spring, daylight-saving time begins on the first Sunday in April.

  • Page 15: Set The Time And Date

    SETTING UP THE VCR Set the Time and Date Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Preferences 5 Language 0 Exit 2. Press 2 to display TIME menu.

  • Page 16: Additional Set-Up Features In The Preferences Menu

    Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up. Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option If you own a compatible GE, RCA or ProScan remote that has a VCR2, VCR2•LD, or DVD•VCR2 button, this feature allows you to set this VCR to respond to that button.

  • Page 17: Auto Play

    VCR. Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to VCR1. Display the PREFERENCES menu, press 1, and then press VCR1. Then the remote that came with the VCR will be able to control it again. Auto Play This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when you insert a tape with the safety tab removed.

  • Page 18: Tape Speed

    • Press the SPEED button on the remote. • Set the tape speed in the timer. Each time you turn on the VCR, the tape speed reverts to the one you have selected. Tape Speeds SP (Standard Play) Gives the best quality recording, but fewer programs can be recorded on the tape.

  • Page 19: Vcr Basics

    VCR BASICS Learn the Basics to Get You Started These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that. However, there are other features that enhance the enjoyment of your VCR, but they aren’t necessary...

  • Page 20: Remote Buttons

    (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the cable box. TV Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Also used with the POWER button to turn on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the TV.

  • Page 21: Tv Function Buttons

    BACK to switch between the two channels. INFO Shows the TV’s status displays on the TV screen. MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level. TV Function Buttons The TV buttons may not control all features of all models of GE, RCA, and ProScan TVs.

  • Page 22: Playing A Tape

    SLOW + and – Used with some TV menus to select and adjust features. VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV. Playing a Tape Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s video input). 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. POWER STOP•EJECT CHANNEL TV•VCR...

  • Page 23: Automatic Rewind

    Check the Safety Tab No matter which recording option you use, you need to make sure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape’s safety tab is in place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed.
  • Page 24 VCR BASICS...

  • Page 25: Recording

    RECORDING Several Recording Options 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. Recording features: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) • Express Recording •...

  • Page 26: Recording Features

    Each press of the RECORD button increases 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 the STOP button on the remote (STOP•EJECT button on the VCR) for a few...

  • Page 27: Recording 23

    The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time including AM or PM, end time. The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. Both the date and speed can be changed. Timer Recording Information Clock must be set correctly.

  • Page 28: Stopping A Timer Recording

    • Press and hold the STOP button on the remote (STOP•EJECT button on the VCR) for a few seconds, or press STOP (STOP•EJECT) three times within 5 seconds. Review and Clearing Programs To review programs that you have already set up: 1.

  • Page 29: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes

    Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR . 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’s video input). 3. If you connected your VCR using the ANTENNA jacks, tune recording VCR to channel 3 or 4—the one selected on the...
  • Page 30 RECORDING...

  • Page 31: Programming The Remote

    Control Your Other Components... The remote can be programmed to control a television and satellite receiver or cable box. It is initially programmed to control a GE, RCA, or ProScan TV and satellite receiver. Other manufacturers’ brands need to be programmed.

  • Page 32: About Programming The Remote

    The remote can be programmed to control other brands or remote controllable TVs, digital satellite receivers, and cable boxes. It is already programmed to operate most GE, RCA, and ProScan televisions and digital satellite receivers. Programming the Remote to Control a TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed.
  • Page 33 Curtis Mathes ... 01,06 Daewoo ... 06,12 Daytron ... 06 Electrohome ... 06,12 Emerson... 06 Envision ... 05,06 Fisher ... 05,08 GE ... 00,01,06,11 Goldstar ... 06,12 Hallmark ... 06 Hitachi ... 06,14 Infinity ... 04 J C Penney ... 00,01,06,09,12 JBL... 04 Jensen ...

  • Page 34: Programming The Remote To Control A Digital Satellite Receiver Or Cable Box

    PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE Programming the Remote to Control a Digital Satellite Receiver or Cable Box The remote is programmed to control an GE, RCA, or ProScan digital satellite receiver. If you have another brand of cable box or digital satellite receiver with its own remote, you may be able to use the VCR’s...

  • Page 35: Other Features

    OTHER FEATURES Features to Enhance VCR Operation • Picture Search Options • Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays • Tracking FIRST THINGS FIRST SETTING UP THE VCR VCR BASICS RECORDING PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE OTHER FEATURES CONNECTIONS...

  • Page 36: Picture Search Options

    3. Use SLOW+ or SLOW– on the remote, or FWD and REV on the VCR to speed up or slow down slow motion playback. 4. Press PLAY on the remote (PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR) to return to normal playback.

  • Page 37: Frame Advance

    During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are on the tape. To Search: 1.

  • Page 38: Zero Search

    Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature To disable the usage of the VCR, or to protect your timer recordings, you can lock the VCR so that the buttons on the VCR or remote won’t work. • To lock: Press and hold either the remote’s POWER or OFF button.

  • Page 39: Time Counter

    On-Screen Displays The INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP, PLAY, RECORD, etc.), channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set before they can be displayed.

  • Page 40: Tracking

    Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes the streaks or snow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated when you insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a different VCR.

  • Page 41: Connections

    • Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components. FIRST THINGS FIRST SETTING UP THE VCR VCR BASICS RECORDING PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE OTHER FEATURES...

  • Page 42: Jacks And Cables

    RF Jack These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled IN FROM ANT . and OUT TO TV. The antenna cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR’s OUT TO TV jack and your TV’s antenna input.

  • Page 43: Choosing A Vcr Connection

    The TV/VCR switch controls whether the picture signal is coming from the VCR or the TV. The TV/VCR feature automatically switches the VCR to the VCR model when the VCR is turned on or you press the PLAY button. You can change the setting manually...

  • Page 44: Tv With Rf Jack Only

    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 switch on the back of the VCR. Use the TV•VCR button to watch the VCR. To play a tape: 1.

  • Page 45: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks

    You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system. • Your television has audio/video jacks. This connection provides: • Mono sound playback from VCR. • Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). To use this connection, you must have: •...

  • Page 46: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks And Cable Box To Unscramble Pay Channels Only

    • Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Mono 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: •...

  • Page 47: Reference

    APPENDIX A: REFERENCE This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit’s controls and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section in this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems.

  • Page 48: Front Panel

    RECORD Starts VCR recording. Used for express recording. Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Aim the remote at this sensor. REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in reverse during playback. STOP•EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record, playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause.

  • Page 49: Back Panel

    RECORD Indicator Lights when the VCR is recording. TIMER Indicator Lights during an express or timer recording, or when the VCR is set for a timer recording and the VCR is turned off. Flashes when a timer recording is set, and there is no cassette in the VCR, and when the clock is not set.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting Tips

    • 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. • Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote.
  • Page 51 Check to make sure the tape is not broken. • Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY on the remote (PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR) to return to normal playback. Will not record •...
  • Page 52 If Detect Automatically was selectged for the Signal Type in the Auto Channel Search menu, try using either CABLE TV or ANTENNA instead. • May not need to auto channel search if using a cable box. Refer to the VCR Channel List or contact your cable company for more information. Cannot add or remove channels •...

  • Page 53: Specifications

    Cleaning the VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top, back, sides, and bottom of the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents.

  • Page 54: Limited Warranty

    Pay any Authorized GE VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR. • Pay any Authorized GE VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR. How you get service: •...

  • Page 55: Index

    Automatic rewind 21 Cable box codes 32 Cable box setup 8, 9 Cables 39, 40 Channel, viewing 5 CHANNELS menu 9 Cleaning the VCR 51 Clearing programs 26 Commercial scan feature 34 Component buttons 18 Connections 39–44 EnergySaver 15 Express recording 24...
  • Page 56 If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service Center 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.

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