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RCA VR602HF User Manual

Rca video cassette recorder user's guide
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VR602HF
USER'S
GUIDE
VIDEO CASSETTE
RECORDER

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  • Page 1 VR602HF USER’S GUIDE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER...

  • Page 2: Cautions

    Do not defeat the safety feature of the plug. The wide blade fits into the wall socket only one way. If you need an extension cord, make sure it matches the plug of the VCR. For U.S.A. — Operate VCR only on 120 volts, 60Hz AC power (normal house power).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Setting Up the VCR Startup Check Accessories With VCR ________ 8 Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 8 Turn on TV and VCR _______________ 8 Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 9 Add or Remove Channels from 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 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 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. 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 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. 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 Only Pay Channels

    A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. 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, a Y-adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels. 3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

  • Page 9: Connecting A Stereo Amplifier/Receiver

    3. Plug in power cords of amplifier/ receiver, VCR, and TV. 4. See “Recording Audio Only” on page 23. Select the line input on the VCR to receive the audio signal from the amplifier/receiver. Play back stereo tapes or receive a stereo broadcast through an amplifier/receiver.

  • Page 10: Setting Up The Vcr

    If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV’s video input. (See TV owner’s manual for details.) 4. Turn on the VCR. A. Press POWER on the remote. The POWER and VCR indicators in the VCR’s display panel light. The TIMER indicator flashes until the time is set. Remote RF Coaxial Cable (Stock No.

  • Page 11: Place Channels In Vcr's Memory

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory. The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption, the VCR displays a message on the TV screen prompting you to AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS for the VCR.

  • Page 12: Use Tv•Vcr Button

    8. Set AUTO TV/VCR feature. If you used one of the basic hookups, leave the Auto TV/VCR feature set to ON. If you used the video input of your TV to connect the VCR, you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically.

  • Page 13: Set The Time And Date

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 9. Set the time and date. A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU. B. Press 5 to display SET VCR CLOCK. The TIMER indicator in the VCR’s display panel flashes if the clock is not set.

  • Page 14: Using The Remote Control

    DISPLAY Shows VCR operating displays on the TV screen. Displays the time counter. FF (Fast Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in forward motion during playback. F. ADV (Frame Advance) Lets you view one frame with each press of the button when tape is in stop-action pause.

  • Page 15: Using The Remote Control

    Lets you manually reduce the streaks that may appear on the picture during play or pause. Reduces picture “jitter” during stop- action playback. TV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or the TV channel. See page 10.

  • Page 16: Playing A Tape

    Safety Tab 3. Press PLAY, if necessary. 4. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR to remove any streaks from the picture if necessary. Details are on page 18. 5. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote.

  • Page 17: Using The Playback Features

    Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features AUTO PLAY Feature This feature lets you tell the VCR whether to automatically start playing when a tape with the safety tab removed is inserted. VCR MAIN MENU 1 TIMER PROGRAMMING 2 REVIEW PROGRAMS...

  • Page 18: Display Button

    Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features DISPLAY Button 1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. You must set the time and date before they can be displayed.

  • Page 19: Zero Search

    SP or SLP speed. 1. Press SLOW to begin slow-motion playback. 2. Use TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR to remove any streaks from the picture. 3. Press SLOW or PLAY to return to playback.

  • Page 20: Pause For Stop-Action

    Automatic Tracking The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when you are playing back a tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on when a tape is inserted or the VCR’s power is turned on. Manual Tracking Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a different VCR or camcorder.

  • Page 21: Playback: Hi-Fi/Mix/Linear Feature

    Using the Playback Features PLAYBACK: HI-FI/MIX/LINEAR 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 22: Recording A Program

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

  • Page 23: Express Recording

    Recording a Program Express Recording Express recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR turns off automatically at the end of the recording. POWER STOP•EJECT TV•VCR Operating Instructions 1. Turn on the VCR.

  • Page 24: Recording Stereo Broadcast Tv Or Sap

    STEREO/SAP/MONO 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 the TV’s video input. 1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.

  • Page 25: Recording Audio Only

    RECORD and PLAY at the same time on the VCR or REC on the remote to begin recording. The RECORD indicator lights in the VCR’s display panel. 4. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote when you are finished.

  • Page 26: Recording While You're Away

    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 27: Select Cable Box Viewing Channel

    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 28: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes

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

  • Page 29: References

    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 30: Location Of Controls

    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. TV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or the TV channel.

  • Page 31: Back Panel

    Shows VCR is set for timer recording when VCR is turned off. Flashes when the clock is not set or a timer recording is set and there is no cassette in the VCR. VCR Indicator Lights when using the TV•VCR button.

  • 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 RCA VCR Servicenter. Trouble o power VCR does not respond to remote...
  • Page 33 • Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date). See page 11. • VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the VCR continues to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode.

  • Page 34: 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 35: Index

    SAP Indicator...22,29 SAP, Recording...22 SEARCH Button ...12-13,17 Searching, Picture...15 Sélectionner la langue...11 Sensor, Remote ...28 SET VCR CLOCK Menu ...11 Setting a Timer Recording ...24 Setting Up the VCR...8-11 SETUP OPTIONS Menu10,15,19,22,23,26 SLOW Buttons...12-13,17 Slow Motion ...17 SLP Speed ...20 Solving Problems ...30-31...
  • Page 36 P.O. Box 0944 Indianapolis, IN 46206-0944 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.

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