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VCR User's Guide
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  • Page 1 VG4258 VCR User’s Guide We bring good things to life.

  • Page 2: Cautions

    COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates Òdangerous voltageÓ inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. VG4258 This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 7 Turn on TV________________________ 7 Turn on VCR ______________________ 7 Select the Language/Seleccione el Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 8 Add or Remove Channels from Set the Time and Date ______________ 9 Set the Auto TV/VCR Feature ________ 9 Use TV•VCR Button _______________ 10...

  • Page 4: Hooking Up The Vcr

    It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed. The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a TV with audio and video jacks, with the advanced hookup on page 6 using a signal splitter. This hookup may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.

  • Page 5: Antenna Or Cable System Without A Cable Box

    TV•VCR button to watch the VCR. 2. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional accessories not provided. 3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV. Continue to page 7. B. Advanced hookup. Use this hookup for slightly improved picture quality, Hi-Fi stereo playback and more convenient operation Ñ...

  • Page 6: Cable System With Cable Box To Unscramble All Channels

    TV•VCR button to watch the VCR. 2. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional accessories not provided. 3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box. Continue to page 7. B. Advanced hookup. Use this hookup for slightly improved picture quality, Hi-Fi stereo playback and more convenient operation Ñ...

  • Page 7: Cable System With Cable Box To Unscramble Pay Channels Only

    TV•VCR button to watch the VCR. 2. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional accessories not provided. 3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box. Continue to page 7. B. Advanced hookup. Use this hookup for slightly improved picture quality, Hi-Fi stereo playback and more convenient operation Ñ...

  • Page 8: Connecting Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes

    2. Set the CH 3 4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or 4. Tune the recording VCR to this channel to receive the signal from the playback VCR. 3. Connect as shown. 4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr

    B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the 4 switch on back of VCR. If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TVÕs video input.

  • Page 10: Select The Language/Seleccione El Idioma/Sžlectionner La Langue

    Pressing CHANNEL up or down selects only the active channels. A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. If this menu does not appear: ¥ Make sure the TV is tuned to same channel as the CH 3/4 switch on the VCR or the TVÕs video input (refer to TVÕs...

  • Page 11: Add Or Remove Channels From Vcr's Memory

    E. Add or remove more channels using the CHANNEL up and down buttons. 8. Set the time and date. When you first turn on the VCR, --:-- appears in the clock area of the VCRÕs display panel. A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

  • Page 12: 10. Use Tv•Vcr Button

    The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel. Change channels using the TVÕs remote. E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel Ñ CH3 or CH4. F. Press VCR1, then TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.

  • Page 13: Using The Remote Control

    Used with OFF button to turn on compatible TV after TV button is programmed. See page 14. VCR Function Buttons Press VCR1 (VCR2) to set remote to control the VCR to use the function buttons. CHANNEL up or down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs channel...

  • Page 14: Tv Function Buttons

    Turns off a compatible TV when remote is set to control that TV. Used with TV button to turn on a compatible TV (other than GE, RCA, or ProScan) when remote is programmed to control that TV. See page 14.

  • Page 15: Controlling A Vcr

    Using the Remote Control Controlling a VCR The VCRÕs remote controls two compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan VCRs with the VCR1 and VCR2 buttons. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to VCR1 without being programmed. If you own two compatible VCRs, test them to see if VCR1 turns on both VCRs.

  • Page 16: Controlling A Tv

    The VCRÔs remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan TV. The remote can also be set up to control other manufacturerÔs brands. To program the remote, enter the remote code number that corresponds to your brand.

  • Page 17: Playing A Tape

    Using the Playback Features Auto Play Feature This feature lets you tell the VCR whether you want it to automatically start playing a tape that is inserted with the safety tab removed. 1. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

  • Page 18: Pause For Stop-Action

    2. Press TRACKING up or down to reduce any jittering of the picture. 3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback. The VCR will automatically switch from stop-action playback to stop after a few minutes. Frame Advance Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another. Frame advance works well for tapes recorded in SP or SLP speed.

  • Page 19: Picture Search

    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 TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR for the best possible picture.

  • Page 20: Display Button

    Using the Playback Features DISPLAY Button The DISPLAY button shows the status of the VCR channel number, time counter, date, time and tape speed on the TV screen. The time and date must be set before they can be displayed.

  • Page 21: Commercial Scan

    120 seconds. Index Search The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Search SystemÓ that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you begin recording a program. Your VCR has two index playback features. To locate the program you want to play, select a specific index number or search by scanning.

  • Page 22: Tape Playback: Hi-Fi/Linear/Mix Feature

    Using the Playback Features Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track.

  • Page 23: Recording A Program

    T-160 Normal Recording To Make a Recording Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TVÕs video input channel. 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The cassette-in indicator 2.

  • Page 24: Recording While You're Away Vcr Plus+ Recording

    Note 1: Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on. Note 2: Check your local listing for the broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned to this station. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
  • Page 25 Recording a Program VCR Plus+ Channel Worksheet Use this worksheet to create a list from which you can set up your VCR Plus+ channel list. VCR Plus+ Broadcast or Cable TV Channel Number You Channel Number* Station Name Receive This Station On** (See Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Chart) (Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.)

  • Page 26: Vcr Plus+ Recording

    ¥ If you receive all channels through a cable box, select a cable box viewing channel on page 26. ¥ If you do not use a cable box for all channels, complete VCR Plus+ Setup on page 22. Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording 1.

  • Page 27: Timer Recording

    Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: ¥...

  • Page 28: Select Cable Box Viewing Channel

    Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) Select Cable Box Viewing Channel If you have a cable box, follow the directions below. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu.

  • Page 29: Checking Or Clearing Timer Recordings

    Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input The line input refers to the signal coming from the AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks of the VCR. Recording from the line input is convenient if you have a satellite receiver or similar component attached to these jacks.

  • Page 30: One Touch Recording

    Recording a Program One Touch Recording One touch recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR will turn off automatically at the end of the recording. POWER EJECT CHANNEL TRACKING 1. Turn on the VCR.

  • Page 31: Recording Broadcast Stereo Tv Or Sap

    STEREO/MONO/SAP feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record. To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input. 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.

  • Page 32: Recording Audio Only

    Recording Features Recording Pause To prevent recording short passages of unwanted material, use PAUSE during recording to stop and start recording. The VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a few minutes. appear in the VCRÕs display VCR MAIN MENU...

  • Page 33: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes

    Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.) Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have two compatible VCRÕs, use the AutoEdit feature described below. Turn on the TV and VCRs.

  • Page 34: References

    Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. EJECT Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette. FWD (Fast Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped.

  • Page 35: Back Panel

    5 5 6 6 CH 3 4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups. IN FROM ANT. (Antenna) Connector Receives the signal from an antenna or cable system that is attached to this connector.

  • Page 36: Display Panel

    References Location of Controls Display Panel Cassette-in Indicator Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Channel Number or LINE The channel number or line input is displayed. Press INPUT to display LINE to record from the VIDEO and AUDIO IN jacks.

  • Page 37: 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 38: Trouble Checks

    References Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Servicenter. Trouble o power Remote locks up VCR does not respond to remote...
  • Page 39 ¥ No tape in VCR or cassetteÕs safety tab broken off. ¥ 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.

  • Page 40: Limited Warranty

    The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental. What we will do: ¥ Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your VCR. ¥ Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR.

  • Page 41: Index

    Choosing a Hookup ......2 Cleaning the VCR ......35 CLEAR Button .
  • Page 42 Trouble Checks ......36-37 Turn On VCR ......7 TV Button .
  • Page 43 Notes...
  • Page 44 This will only add delays in service for your product. 10330 N. Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 © 1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Korea Part Number 96-VG4258-1...

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