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Page 2: Cautions
Important Information Important Information WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO WARNING NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING To reduce the risk of fire or shock RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. DO NOT OPEN hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Introduction Table of Contents Important Information Time Counter_____________________ 16 Memory Stop _____________________ 16 Warning ______________________________ i True Repeat Feature _______________ 17 Cautions ______________________________ i Block Repeat Feature ______________ 18 Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i Product Registration ____________________ i Recording a Program Setting Up the TV/VCR Recording Features ____________________19... -
Page 4: Setting Up The Tv/Vcr
Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup 1. Check parts included with TV/VCR combination. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. POWER POWER STOP / EJECT PLAY TV/VCR combination POWER POWER EJECT EJECT CLEAR CLEAR LINE IN LINE IN +100 +100... -
Page 5: Insert Batteries In Remote
Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup 2. Insert two AAA batteries in the remote control as shown. 3. Place your TV/VCR on a stable surface. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the TV/VCR, take care in selecting a stable surface or a strong steady stand and a location where the TV/VCR cannot be tipped over or easily pulled off, particularly by children. -
Page 6: Set The Signal Type
Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup 7. Set the Signal Type. The first step in programming your TV/VCR is to select the signal source. A. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. Then press CH until Setup is highlighted. Press VOL+ or - to display the Setup menu. B. -
Page 7: Add Or Remove Channels From Tv/Vcr's Memory
Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup 9. Add or remove channels from the TV/VCR’s memory. You may want to add or remove channels if some of them are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want them in your channel memory. -
Page 8: Set The Time And Date (Clock)
Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup Set the Time and Date (Clock). To record programs or to use the sleep timer, you must set the date and time (clock). A. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. Then press the CH button until Time Set is highlighted. -
Page 9: View The Demonstration Mode
Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup 12. View the demonstration mode. The demonstration mode displays all on-screen menus and programmable features. A. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. Then press the CH button until VCR Setup is highlighted and press VOL+ or - to display the VCR Setup menu. -
Page 10: Using The Remote Control
Using the Remote Control Buttons PLAY (Channel up and down) Plays a tape. Selects next higher or lower channel POWER in channel memory. Selects and POWER adjusts features and functions when Turns TV/VCR on or off. menus are on-screen. EJECT EJECT REC (Record) CLEAR... -
Page 11: Tv/Vcr Features
TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features On-Screen Displays When you change channels, adjust volume or use a VCR feature, an on-screen display will appear to alert you of the TV/VCR’s status. To Access the Main Menu With 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main Video Time Set press of... -
Page 12: Adjust The Video
TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features Adjust the Video Use the VIDEO menu to adjust the picture to suit your personal preferences. The TV/VCR will remember the settings you select. To Adjust Video 1. Press MENU on the remote, then press the CH button until Video is highlighted. -
Page 13: Closed Captioning
TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features Closed Captioning The closed captioning feature displays the audio of a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to anyone who is hearing impaired, anyone who wants to watch a program without sound or anyone who wants to see a program’s translations. -
Page 14: Sleep Timer
TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR off after 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 240 or 360 minutes. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. 2. Press CH until Setup is highlighted and then press VOL+ or - to display the Setup menu. -
Page 15: On/Off Timer
TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features On/Off Timer The timer turns the TV/VCR on at a desired time. You can set it to wake you up in the morning or to come on when a favorite program is about to start. 1. -
Page 16: Playing A Tape
Playing a Tape Operating Instructions To Play a Tape POWER POWER STOP/ EJECT PLAY Safety Tab 1. When you insert a tape in the TV/VCR, the TV/VCR automatically turns on. The channel and mode indicators, time counter and tape speed displays appear momentarily when you insert a tape. -
Page 17: Using The Playback Features
Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Pause This feature pauses the tape and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Pause works best for tapes recorded in SLP speed. 1. Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to pause the action. To prevent excessive wear, the TV/VCR will automatically play back the tape after five minutes in pause mode. -
Page 18: Time Counter
Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Time Counter The time counter helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped. The time counter automatically resets to 00:00:00 each time a 00:00:00 tape is inserted. 1. While a tape is playing, press DISPLAY twice to continuously display the time counter in the upper left corner of the screen. -
Page 19: True Repeat Feature
Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Setting the True Repeat Feature This feature tells the TV/VCR to automatically rewind and replay a tape after it has played to the end. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu; press CH VCR Setup until VCR Setup is highlighted;... -
Page 20: Block Repeat Feature
Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Setting the Block Repeat Feature This feature tells the TV/VCR to play a tape (or a “block” of part of the tape) from one to ten times or endlessly. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu; press CH VCR Setup until VCR Setup is highlighted;... -
Page 21: Recording A Program
Recording a Program Recording Features Recording Speeds Press SPEED to select a recording speed. Recording Time Cassette T-120 2Hrs 6Hrs 4Hrs T-160 2Hrs 40Min 8Hrs 5Hrs 20Min • SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording, which is the reason that most pre-recorded rental tapes are recorded in SP. Tape Speed Indicator Fewer programs can be recorded on a tape in SP mode. -
Page 22: Types Of Recordings
Recording a Program Types of Recordings Your TV/VCR provides different ways to record which are explained in the following sections: Basic Recording One-Touch Recording Recording at a Later Time (timer recording) Video Dubbing (copying and editing tapes) Basic Recording Recording TV programs as you watch STD 16 Record 1. -
Page 23: One-Touch Recording
Recording a Program One-Touch Recording One-Touch Recording lets you record up to four hours or to the end of the tape without programming the timer. You can begin recording immediately. The TV/VCR will stop automatically at the end of the recording. Using One-Touch Recording 1. -
Page 24: Recording At A Later Time (Timer Recording)
Recording a Program Recording at a Later Time (timer recording) Timer recording lets you program the TV/VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that the clock is set correctly. Setting a Timer Recording 1. -
Page 25: Program Review (Checking Or Clearing Timer Recordings)
Recording a Program Recording at a Later Time (timer recording) Setting a Timer Recording (cont.) After you have set your recording, press MENU three times to return to normal viewing. Turn off the TV before time to record. The REC indicator on the TV’s front panel will light when a timer recording has begun. -
Page 26: Video Dubbing (Copying And Editing Tapes)
Recording a Program Video Dubbing (copying and editing tapes) Use another VCR or camcorder as the playback VCR and the TV/VCR as the recording VCR. (Refer to page 29 to connect your TV/VCR to another VCR or camcorder before attempting video dubbing.) 1. -
Page 27: Location Of Controls
Location of Controls Front Panel POWER STOP/ EJECT POWER PLAY indicator lights remote sensor (Channel up and down) Selects next higher or lower channel in the TV/VCR’s channel memory. Selects and adjusts features and functions when menus are on- screen. (Fast Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. -
Page 28: Hooking Up The Tv/Vcr
Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connecting the TV/VCR to a power supply Use the provided cords for operation on AC power or DC power. Connect as shown. CAUTION: NEVER WATCH THE AC Cord TV/VCR WHILE DRIVING. AC/DC INPUT To electrical outlet DC Car Cord To vehicle's cigarette lighter socket DC car cord information:... -
Page 29: Connecting Antennas Or Cable Systems Without A Cable Box
Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connecting Antennas or Cable Systems without a Cable Box A. VHF/UHF Dipole Antenna VHF/UHF Antenna Follow these steps to connect a VHF/UHF dipole antenna to your TV/VCR. Do not connect this type of antenna if you plan to connect a different type of indoor or outdoor antenna or cable system. -
Page 30: Connecting Cable Systems
Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connecting Cable Systems A. To connect cable system without a cable box 1. No cable box is required. Connect as shown. Cable This connection may require additional accessories not provided. 2. Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box. -
Page 31: Connecting A Vcr Or Camcorder For Video Dubbing (Copying And Editing Tapes)
Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connecting a VCR or Camcorder for Video Dubbing (copying and editing tapes) A. To connect a VCR for video dubbing VCR (Playback Only) 1. Connect as shown. This connection requires additional IN FROM ANT. accessories not provided. VHF/UHF AUDIO VIDEO... -
Page 32: References
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 TV/VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter. Problem Solution o power • Plug TV/VCR into an operating outlet. -
Page 33: Trouble Checks
References Trouble Checks Problem Solution Timer recording not made or wrong program • Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times). recorded • Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin, or was on the wrong channel. •... -
Page 34: Care And Cleaning
References Care and Cleaning • Do not place the TV/VCR near extremely hot, cold, humid or dusty places. • If moving the TV/VCR from a cold area to a warm area, moisture may develop inside the unit. If this happens, unplug the power cord and allow the TV/VCR to reach room temperature before playing a tape. -
Page 35: Limited Warranty
• Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your TV/VCR. • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts required to repair your TV/VCR. How you get service: •... - Page 36 For your nearest Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the USA. 1-800-336-1900 Canadian Consumers — Your toll-free numbers are. English: 1-800-522-0338 French: 1-800-522-0445 If your product 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.