Picture Search; Automatic Tracking; Manual Tracking - GE VG4252 User Manual

Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features

Picture Search

You can search for a specific tape location during playback by fast forwarding or
rewinding the tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best
for tapes recorded in SP or SLP speed.
Fast Forward Search
1. During playback, press FF on the remote or FWD on the
2. Press the button again or press PLAY to return to
Rewind Search
1. During playback, press REW on the remote or VCR to
2. Press the button again or press PLAY to return to

Automatic Tracking

The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing back a tape
recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted.

Manual Tracking

Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a different
VCR or camcorder. Tracking is used when playing a tape, and it has no effect during
recording.
• When streaks or snow appear in the picture, press
• During pause, press TRACKING up or down on the
• To turn automatic tracking back on, press both
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VCR to search forward at a faster-than-normal speed.
SRCH + appears in the display panel.
playback.
search in reverse at a faster-than-normal speed.
SRCH – appears in the display panel.
playback.
TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR for the
best possible picture.
remote to reduce any jittering of the picture.
TRACKING buttons on the front of the VCR at the
same time, or eject the tape and re-insert it.