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GE VG4251 User Manual

GE VG4251 User Manual

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VCR User's Guide
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  • Page 1 VG4251 VCR User’s Guide We bring good things to life.

  • Page 2: Cautions

    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. Model No.__________________________________________________________________ Serial No.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 7 Turn on the TV ____________________ 8 Turn on the VCR ___________________ 8 Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 8 Add or Remove Channels from Select a Language/Choisissez une Set the Time and Date ______________ 9 Use TV•VCR Button _______________ 10...

  • Page 4: Hooking Up The Vcr

    The basic hookups show 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. The advanced hookups show the VCR hooked up to a monitor/receiver (TV with audio and video jacks). This connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.

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

    A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.

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

    A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.

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

    A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.

  • Page 8: Connecting Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes

    2. Connect as shown. This connection requires additional accessories not provided. If your other VCR is not stereo, you may need a Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and right channels. 3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 1. Check accessories with VCR. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. POWER TV•VCR PLAY STOP PAUSE INPUT DISPLAY SPEED PREV CH CLEAR MENU CHANNEL SEARCH TRACKING F.ADV SLOW Remote (Stock No. 221342) 2. Insert batteries in remote.

  • Page 10: Turn On The Tv

    A. Press POWER on the remote. 5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory. The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption, perform the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH so that your VCR can locate the channels available through your signal type—cable or antenna.

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

    Channels 2-13 and VID1 were placed in memory at the factory. A. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.

  • Page 12: Use Tv•Vcr Button

    C. Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR: ON or OFF. • Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch the VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. The VCR will automatically switch the TV•VCR setting...

  • Page 13: Using The Remote Control

    VIDEO appears on TV screen. Line input refers to the signal coming from the component connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks on the back of the VCR. MENU Displays the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. Removes a menu from the screen.

  • Page 14: Playing A Tape

    The VCR will automatically rewind the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER and the VCR will turn off after rewinding. 7. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound. CHANNEL...

  • Page 15: Using The Playback Features

    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 16: Frame Advance

    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 or the VCR’s power is turned on.

  • Page 17: Display Button

    TV screen. 3. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00. 4. Press FF on the remote or FWD on the VCR to fast forward the tape until the time counter reads 0:30:00. Press STOP on the remote or STOP•EJECT on the VCR.

  • Page 18: Commercial Scan

    SRCH+ appears in the VCR’s display panel. Index Search The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you begin recording a program. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks.

  • Page 19: 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 stereo sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track.

  • Page 20: Recording A Program

    Recording a Program Types of Recordings Your VCR provides different types of recording. These types are explained in the following sections: Basic Recording – Operating Instructions One Touch Recording Recording While You're Away Timer Recording Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)

  • Page 21: Basic Recording - Operating Instructions

    Types of Recordings Basic Recording – Operating Instructions To Make a Recording Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video input channel. 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.

  • Page 22: 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 STOP• EJECT Operating Instructions 1. Turn on the VCR.

  • Page 23: Recording While You're Away Timer Recording

    Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The timer program feature lets 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 24: 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 25: Recording Broadcast Stereo Tv Or Sap

    To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video input. 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. 2. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears in the VCR’s display panel.

  • Page 26: Recording Audio Only

    Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L and R) jacks on the back of the VCR. Any video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only.

  • Page 27: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes

    Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video input. If you have connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune recording VCR to channel 3 or 4 — the one selected on the back of the playback Caution: The unauthorized VCR.

  • Page 28: References

    Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in reverse during playback. STOP•EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record, playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause. Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette.

  • Page 29: Back Panel

    Back Panel CH3 CH4 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. ANT. (Antenna) IN Connector Receives the signal from an antenna or cable system that is attached to this connector.

  • Page 30: Display Panel

    SLP REC Tape Speed REC Indicator Indicator Cassette-in Indicator Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Flashes while tape is ejecting. Channel Number, Line Indicator (VID1), Time, Time Counter, or Status Indicator The current time, time counter, channel number, or line indicator (VID1) appears here.

  • Page 31: 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 32: 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 No power VCR does not respond to remote No picture when VCR turned on –...
  • Page 33 • Time counter display appears in VCR’s display panel. Press DISPLAY on remote. • 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. • Check antenna connections.

  • Page 34: Limited Warranty

    • Cleaning of video/audio heads. • Remote control batteries. • A VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes. • A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA. •...

  • Page 35: Index

    Turn On TV ......8 Turn on VCR ..... . .8 TV, Turn On .
  • Page 36 Your toll free numbers are: English: 1-800-522-0338 French: 1-800-522-0445 If your VCR 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. This will only add delays in service for your product.

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