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RCA VR336 User Manual

RCA VR336 User Manual

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USER'S
GUIDE
VIDEO CASSETTE
RECORDER

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  • Page 1 VR336 USER’S GUIDE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER...

  • Page 2: Cautions

    COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. VR336 This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Table of Contents Important Information Warnings______________________________ i Cautions ______________________________ i Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i Product Registration ____________________ i Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup ____________________ 2 Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box _________________________ 3 Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels ___________ 4 Cable System With Cable Box to...

  • Page 4: Hooking Up The Vcr

    Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B). The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.

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

    Hooking Up the VCR Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a basic connection which requires fewer accessories. 5 5 6 6 1. Set the CH 3 4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

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

    Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a basic connection which requires fewer accessories. 5 5 6 6 1. Set the CH 3 4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

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

    Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only (such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.) A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a basic connection which requires fewer accessories. 5 5 6 6 1. Set the CH 3 4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

  • Page 8: Connecting Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes

    Hooking Up the VCR Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Option A Hookup. Use this hookup for a basic connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 and then modify with this connection. 5 5 6 6 2.

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 1. Check accessories with VCR. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. (Stock No. 233443) 2. Insert batteries in remote. 3. Turn on the TV. A. Turn on the TV. B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the 3 If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV’s video input.

  • Page 10: Select The Language

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 5. Select the language. The VCR displays the on-screen menus in the English, Spanish or French language. The word “Language” cycles through the different languages when the VCR Main Menu is displayed on the TV screen. The arrow indicates which language is selected. A.

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

    Setting Up the VCR Startup Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory. You may want to add or remove channels if some of the channels are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want to watch them. We recommend channels be placed in memory using the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH feature before adding or removing channels.

  • Page 12: Use Tv•Vcr Button

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 10. Use TV•VCR button. Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups. When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture from the TV channel.

  • Page 13: Using The Remote Control

    Using the Remote Control Buttons POWER TV•VCR DISPLAY PLAY STOP RECORD PAUSE SEARCH TRACKING CHANNEL MENU CLEAR INPUT PREV CH SPEED CHANNEL Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. CLEAR Resets time counter to 0:00:00. Allows you to change entries when setting the clock or VCR for a timer recording.

  • Page 14: Playing A Tape

    Playing a Tape Playback To play a tape 1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TV’s video input to see the picture from the VCR. 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. The VCR automatically turns on. The VCR indicator lights if the Auto TV/VCR feature is set to ON.

  • Page 15: Pause For Stop Action

    Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Pause for Stop Action This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Stop action works well for tapes recorded in SP or SLP speed. 1.

  • Page 16: Display Button

    Playing a Tape 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. 1.

  • Page 17: Commercial Scan

    Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments. 1. Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape approximately 60 seconds. 2. Press SEARCH twice during playback to advance the tape approximately 120 seconds.

  • Page 18: Recording A Program

    Recording a Program Recordings Your VCR provides different recording options. These options are explained in this section of the manual. Recording Speeds Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP or SLP). The speed you select appears on the TV screen. Tapes recorded in LP can be played in this VCR.

  • Page 19: Express Recording

    Recording a Program Express Recording Express 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 1. Turn on the VCR. 2. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. 3.

  • Page 20: Recording While You're Away Timer Recording

    Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The 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: • The clock is set correctly. •...

  • Page 21: Select Cable Box Viewing Channel

    Recording a Program 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 3 to display CHANNELS menu. Press 4 to display Cable Box Setup menu.

  • Page 22: Checking Or Clearing Timer Recordings

    Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings Press MENU on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU on TV screen. Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. Press 2 for Review Existing Progs. feature. Press MENU to display the next program or press CLEAR to erase the program on the screen.

  • Page 23: Using Two Vcrs For Copying

    Copying and Editing Using Compatible Remote If you have a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE remote with VCR1 and VCR2 buttons, you can program this VCR to respond to VCR1 (VCR2). This allows you to control both VCRs with one remote for easier copying and editing.

  • Page 24: References

    References Location of Controls Front Panel POWER EJECT • CHANNEL/TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. EJECT Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette.

  • Page 25: Back Panel

    References Location of Controls 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.

  • Page 26: 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 RCA VCR Servicenter. Trouble o power VCR does not respond to remote...
  • Page 27 References Trouble Checks Trouble Rewind does not operate VCR makes noise when stopped Will not auto channel search active channels correctly Cannot select channels over 69 Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play automatically Here's what to try: •...

  • Page 28: Specifications

    References Specifications Format: Record/Playback System: Video Signal System: Antenna: Tuner: Type: Power Requirement: Power Consumption: Dimensions: Weight: Storage Temperature Range: Operating Temperature Range: *Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements. Cleaning the VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR.

  • Page 29: Limited Warranty

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

  • Page 30: Index

    References Index Accessories, Included ......7 Add or Remove Channels from Memory ..9 ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu .
  • Page 31 References Index PROGRAMS OVERLAP Message ... . .18 RECORD Indicator ....17,18,23 RECORD Button .
  • Page 32 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-VR336-1...

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