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- Page 1 User’s Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. VR705HF...
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Page 2: Product Registration
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 VCR. VR705HF Model No. _______________________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. _______________________________________________________________________________________... -
Page 3: Introduction
VCR’s features and how to use them. Universal Remote Control ON•OFF REVERSE PLAY FORWARD Description: The VCR’s remote control can operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan RECORD STOP PAUSE INFO SEARCH TVs with no additional steps and can control many other remote-controllable... - Page 4 Introduction ShowSaver™ Memory Protection Description: Set timer programs are stored indefinitely using the VCR’s permanent memory so you’ll never have to worry about losing your programs due to an extended power outage. Requirements: Store a daily or weekly timer program in the VCR’s memory. Pro-Tect Plus™...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Product Registration ......................i Introduction ..........................1 Key Features Overview ......................1 Connections & Setup ......................5 Things to Consider Before Connecting Components ............6 Cable Considerations ......................6 Choose Your Connection ...................... 7 Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the VCR to a TV ..........7 TV + VCR .......................... - Page 6 Playback Problems ......................43 Front Panel .......................... 45 Display Panel ........................46 Back Panel ..........................47 RCA VCR Limited Warranty ....................48 Specifications ........................49 Cleaning the VCR ........................ 49 How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel ..............50 Advanced Connection ......................
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Page 7: Connections & Setup
Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before Connecting • Choosing Your Connection • Making Connections • Why You Should Connect with Audio/Video Jacks • Navigating On-Screen Menus • Completing the QuickSet™ Guide • Basic Recording Changing Entertainment. -
Page 8: Things To Consider Before Connecting Components
Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before Connecting Components Protect Components From Power Surges • Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. • Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables. Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference •... -
Page 9: Choose Your Connection
Connections & Setup Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the VCR to a TV This graphic shows the RF coaxial cable supplied with your VCR. This will be the cable used for the basic connections represented in this chapter. Notes: To hear stereo sound, you will need to purchase Audio/Video (A/V) RF Coaxial Cable cables (not provided) and connect the VCR to the TV. -
Page 10: Tv + Vcr
Connections & Setup TV (back panel) AUDIO VIDEO L / MONO CABLE/ ANTENNA S-VIDEO ANT. IN AUDIO RF OUT VIDEO From Cable or Antenna TV + VCR Note: Your television back panel may not look exactly like the Need Some Help? model shown here. -
Page 11: Tv + Vcr + Satellite Receiver
Connections & Setup AUDIO VIDEO L / MONO CABLE/ ANTENNA S-VIDEO AUDIO ANT. IN RF OUT VIDEO SATELLITE RECEIVER IN FROM ANT OUT TO TV SATELLITE VIDEO S-VIDEO From Cable From or TV Antenna Satellite TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver Note: Your television and/or satellite receiver back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. -
Page 12: Tv + Vcr + Cable Box
Connections & Setup AUDIO VIDEO L / MONO CABLE/ ANTENNA S-VIDEO ANT. IN AUDIO RF OUT VIDEO CABLE BOX IN FROM ANT OUT TO TV S-VIDEO From Cable Feed TV + VCR + Cable Box Note: Your television and/or cable box back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. -
Page 13: Set The Vcr's Ch 3/4 Switch
Turn on the TV and press the VCR button on the remote control to turn it on. Note: If you have an RCA, GE, or Proscan TV, your VCR’s remote control may be able to operate it without being programmed. Press the TV button on the remote control and then the ON•OFF button. -
Page 14: Using The Remote Control To Navigate On-Screen Menus
Connections & Setup Using the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen Menus The technical term is “Navigation” – how you move through the on-screen menus. The theory is the same for all the menu screens; use the corresponding number button on the remote control select it. -
Page 15: Vcr Basics
Connections & Setup VCR Basics Once your initial settings are complete, you can begin using your VCR. In order to begin, you must first understand some basic concepts. Playing a Tape 1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (03, 04, or the video line input). 2. - Page 16 This page left blank intentionally...
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Page 17: Using The Vcr's Menu System
Chapter 2 Using the VCR’s Menu System Chapter Overview: • Setting Up the VCR’s Preferences • Using On-Screen Menus • Cable Box Setup • Setting Time and Date • Setting VCR Preferences Changing Entertainment. Again. -
Page 18: Using On-Screen Menus To Set Up Features
Using On-Screen Menus Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up Features You set up many of the VCR’s features by using the menu system as discussed in the previous chapter. Each feature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section as well as a few other features you should set up to get the most out of your VCR. -
Page 19: Vcr Channels List
Using On-Screen Menus If “ALL Channels” is selected, enter the output channel of the cable box CABLE BOX SETUP (usually 03 or 04), or if A/V jacks connect the VCR to the TV, press the On what channel does INPUT button on the VCR’s remote control. the VCR receive signals from the cable box? (usually 3, 4, or Video) -
Page 20: Changing The Signal Type
Using On-Screen Menus Changing the Signal Type This feature is useful if your cable signal goes out; it allows you to switch to a regular antenna for alternate television reception. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 3 to choose CHANNELS. 3. -
Page 21: Time And Date
Using On-Screen Menus Time and Date Your VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date; manually or by using the Auto Clock Set feature. Using Auto Clock Set enables the time to be updated when the VCR is turned off. It updates information by using data carried in certain broadcaster’s signals. -
Page 22: Setting The Time Zone
Using On-Screen Menus Setting the Time Zone 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 2 to display the TIME menu. 3. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen. 4. Select your time zone. SET TIME ZONE What is your Time Zone? If you select “Automatic”... -
Page 23: Additional Set Up Features In The Preferences Menu
Some universal remote controls can operate up to two VCRs. If you have a universal remote control with this ability, your RCA VCR can be controlled with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button. See the documentation that came with your universal remote control for details about programming it to control your RCA VCR. -
Page 24: Auto Tv/Vcr
Using On-Screen Menus Auto TV/VCR To control whether the TV/VCR setting changes automatically to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned on, use the Auto TV/VCR setting. To Access the Auto TV/VCR Menu: 1. In the PREFERENCES menu, press 3 to repeatedly to toggle between Auto TV/VCR: ON and OFF. -
Page 25: Tape Speed
Using On-Screen Menus Tape Speed Recording Speeds SP (Standard Play) You can choose a preferred tape speed for recording; either Standard Play (SP) Gives the best quality recording, or Super Long Play (SLP). The speed selected appears in the VCR’s display panel but fewer programs can be and in timer recording menus. - Page 26 This page left blank intentionally...
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Page 27: Using The Remote Control
Chapter 3 Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote to Operate Other TVs • How To Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed It Changing Entertainment. Again. -
Page 28: Using The Remote Control
The remote control is capable of controlling more than just your VCR. If you have compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan TV, you may be able to control it without having to program the remote. If you have another brand of TV, your VCR’s remote control may be able to operate it once it has been programmed. -
Page 29: Using The Input Button
Reduces picture “jitter” during play-pause mode. TV Puts the remote control in TV-operating mode. This button will automatically turn on most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs. TV/VCR Toggles the VCR between TV and VCR-viewing modes. VCR Puts the remote control in VCR-operating mode. -
Page 30: Operating A Tv With The Vcr's Remote Control
TV on, point the remote control at it, then press the remote control’s TV button (this puts the remote control into TV-operating mode and should automatically turn on most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs). Press the remote control’s ON•OFF button to see if the TV responds to the command. - Page 31 Electrohome ......06,12 Quasar ........11 Emerson ........06 Radio Shack ....01, 05, 13 Envision ....... 05, 06 RCA ........ 01, 06, 12 Fisher ........05, 08 Realistic ........05 GE ......00, 01, 06, 11 Sampo ........06 Goldstar ........
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Page 33: Using The Vcr's Features
Chapter 4 Using the VCR’s Features Chapter Overview: • Recording • Express Recording (XPR) • Timer Recordings • Broadcast Stereo or Second Audio Program (SAP) • Audio Only Recording • Copying and Editing Tapes Changing Entertainment. Again. -
Page 34: Recording Features
VCR Features Recording Features Your VCR provides several ways to capture programming: 1. Recording lets you press one button to record a program. 2. Express Recording (XPR) allows recording to start while a program is being watched. This feature automatically stops recording after a designated period of time. 3. -
Page 35: Timer Recording
VCR Features Timer Recording You can program up to eight different broadcasts to be recorded. Notes– In order for a timer recording to work: • The VCR’s clock must be set correctly. • Insert a tape with its safety tab in place and enough tape to record the program. •... -
Page 36: Reviewing And Clearing Programs
VCR Features Stopping a Timer Recording To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even an Express Recording): Press and hold the STOP button for several seconds until STOP appears in the on-screen display. Reviewing and Clearing Programs Program 1 (One time) To review programs that you have already set up: Channel 104 Cable... -
Page 37: Copying And Editing Tapes Using Two Vcrs
VCR Features Copying and Editing Tapes Using Two VCRs CABLE BOX or ANTENNA 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 03, 04, or the TV’s Video PLAYBACK Line Input). -
Page 38: Picture Search Options
VCR Features Picture Search Options The basic way to search during playback is using the remote control’s FORWARD or REVERSE buttons (FWD and REV on the VCR). This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. Forward and Reverse Search Insert Tape: Don’t forget to insert a recorded You can search a tape during playback either forward or reverse in direction. -
Page 39: Index Search
VCR Features Index Search The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records index marks 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 at on the tape. -
Page 40: Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature
VCR Features Pro-Tect Plus ™ Locking Feature To disable VCR usage or to protect set timer recordings, the unit can be locked so that the buttons on the VCR or remote control don’t work. • To Lock: Press and hold either the remote control’s ON•OFF or VCR button until SAFE appears in the display to indicate Pro-Tect Plus is active. -
Page 41: On-Screen Displays
VCR Features On-Screen Displays Pressing the INFO button displays the status of the VCR (Stop, Play Record, etc.) as well as the channel number, time counter position, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. Note: The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. 1. -
Page 42: Audio Set-Up Features
VCR Features Audio Set-Up Features AUDIO 1 Reception: STEREO Your VCR’s audio setup features affect both tape playback and recordings. The 2 Tape Playback: HI-FI features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu. To Display the Audio Menu: 1. -
Page 43: Other Information
Chapter 5 Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Front, Rear, and Display Panel Diagram • Warranty Information • Finding the TV’s Video Line Input • Advanced Connection Using A/V Jacks and Cables • Specifications • Care and Cleaning • Index Changing Entertainment. -
Page 44: Troubleshooting Tips
Other Information Troubleshooting Tips In this section, you will find answers to common recording, playback, and general VCR questions. Consulting with this section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions. General VCR Problems No power • Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet. -
Page 45: Recording Problems
Other Information Recording Problems Will not record • Make sure there is a recordable tape in the VCR. • Eject then reinsert the tape. • Make sure the tape is not broken. • Make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. •... - Page 46 Other Information Time counter not working or time counter not working 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.
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Page 47: Front Panel
Other Information TV•VCR STOP•EJECT RECORD POWER TAPE SPEED VIDEO VIDEO INPUT LEFTMONO RIGHT CHANNEL TRACKING INPUT Front Panel AUDIO (LEFT and RIGHT) and VIDEO In Jacks Receives signals from another component (like another VCR or camcorder) when connected to the VCR using A/V jacks. Use the INPUT button to select L2 to record from these jacks (L1 indicates the rear panel A/V jacks being active). -
Page 48: Display Panel
Other Information TIMER HI-FI Display Panel Clock/Counter Displays current time, time counter, tape speed, or channel numbers when switching channels. FUNCTION DISPLAYS: BYE The VCR is turned off. EJEC A tape is being ejected. FF A tape is fast-forwarding. HI The VCR is turned on. PLAY A tape is in playback mode. -
Page 49: Back Panel
Other Information Specifications Format: Record/Playback Video: 4-head System: Audio: VHS Hi-Fi record/playback system Video Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC color Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis Power Requirement:... -
Page 50: Rca Vcr Limited Warranty
Other Information Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 days - Unit exchange, with Thomson at no charge. • 91 days to 1 year - Unit exchange, for a payment of $29.95. 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. -
Page 51: Cleaning The Vcr
Other Information • Print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to: Thomson multimedia Inc. Attn: VCR Warranty 11721 B Alameda Avenue Socorro, Texas 79927 • Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or loss en route to Thomson. -
Page 52: How To Find Your Tv's Video Input Channel
TV’s video line input: RECORD STOP PAUSE • If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or Proscan, press the TV button on the VCR’s remote control, then press the INPUT button. INFO SEARCH •... -
Page 53: Advanced Connection
Other Information Advanced Connection TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver – Using A/V and RF Coaxial Cables Note: Your satellite receiver and television back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. This connection can also be used for a cable box. 1. -
Page 54: Specifications
Index Index ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen Date and time setting 19 L1 indicator 35 Design specifications 47 L2 indicator 35 ANTENNA button 22 Display panel 46 LANGUAGE menu 16 Audio Displays, on screen 39 Locking feature 38 playback type 40 selecting 40 Audio features, set up 40 AUDIO IN jacks 51 EJECT button 13... - Page 55 Index Signal type changing 18 REC display 46 selecting 18 Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP connecting 8 SLOW display 46 feature 34, 40 VCR indicator 22, 34, 46 Slow motion 36 RECORD button 13, 32, 34, 45 VCR MAIN MENU Specifications 47 Recording 16, 19, 20, 21, 40 Speed basic 13...
- Page 56 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. Thomson multimedia Inc. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 ©2001 Thomson multimedia Inc. Trademark(s)®...
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