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RCA VR688HF User Manual

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USER'S
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VIDEO CASSETTE
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  • Page 1 VR688HF USER’S GUIDE VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER...

  • Page 2: Important Information

    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

    DVD Component_________________ 22 Controlling a TV ______________________ 23 Controlling a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver_______________________ 24 Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component _ 25 Playing a Tape Operating Instructions _________________ 26 Cable Box Setup _____________ 11-13 Manual Cable Box or RCA...

  • Page 4: Hooking Up The Vcr

    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. 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 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

    Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Position cable box. Position the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR. You may need to position it at different angles before the VCR can control it. Make sure the cable box does not cover the transmitting window on top of the VCR.

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

    (such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.) Position cable box. Position the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR. You may need to position it at different angles before the VCR can control it. Make sure the cable box does not cover the transmitting window on top of the VCR.

  • Page 8: Satellite Receiver

    1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of satellite receiver to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the VCR to this channel or its line input (L1) to record from the receiver. To watch the satellite receiver, turn off the VCR.
  • Page 9 AUDIO/VIDEO jacks. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of receiver to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the VCR to this channel to record from the satellite receiver. To watch the satellite receiver, tune your TV to its video input channel.

  • Page 10: Connecting Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes

    2. Connect as shown. This connection requires additional accessories not provided. If your other VCR is not stereo, plug it into the AUDIO L MONO jack of this VCR to hear sound from both left and right channels. 3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

  • Page 11: Setting Up The Vcr

    Contact your dealer if any items are missing. VCR•DVD STOP DISPLAY MUTE INPUT CLEAR F.ADV MOVE SLOW Remote (Stock No. 231544) 2. Attach power cord to back of VCR. 3. Insert batteries in remote. PLAY PAUSE 4 “AAA” Batteries SEARCH PREV CH TV•VCR • SPEED EDIT TRACKING Power Cord (Stock No.

  • Page 12: Turn On The Tv

    A. Press VCR1 on the remote. Setup Menu Appears Automatically The first time you turn on the VCR, the SETUP menu will appear. Follow the steps on the screen to automatically setup a satellite receiver or cable box, auto channel search, automatically set the time, and select some feature options.

  • Page 13: Rca Digital Satellite Receiver And Cable Box Setup

    RCA digital receiver. ¥ The VCR will turn on an RCA digital satellite receiver and tune it to the channel you want to record during timer recordings. Position the receiver above the VCR to receive the infrared remote signal.
  • Page 14 Setting Up the VCR Startup 7. RCA digital satellite receiver and/or cable box setup. Cable Box Setup E. Setup the VCR to control a cable box: Press 1 if you would like to setup the VCR to control a cable box.

  • Page 15: Manual Cable Box Or Rca Satellite Receiver Setup

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 7. RCA digital satellite receiver and/or cable box setup. Compatible Cable Box Control Codes Brand of Cable-TV Box* Anvision Cablestar Eagle Eastern International General Instrument Hamlin Hitachi Jerrold Macom Magnavox Oak Sigma Panasonic Philips Pioneer...

  • Page 16: Use Setup Menu To Auto Channel Search And Auto Clock Set

    C. When the auto channel search SETUP screen appears: Press 1 if you would like the VCR to search for and store all available channels. Press 2 if you wish to skip this step. If you skip auto channel search during setup the auto clock set feature will not be performed in this sequence.

  • Page 17: Manual Clock Set

    C. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to remove the SET TIME AND DATE screen from the TV screen and start the clock. The time will appear in the VCRÕs display panel and the time and date will appear on the TV screen when you press DISPLAY.

  • Page 18: Setup Vcr Plus+ Channels

    VCR Plus+. This can be done now or at a later time. Press 1 if you would like to setup the VCR Plus+ channels now. Details are on page 40. Press 2 if you wish to skip this step.

  • Page 19: Add Or Remove Channels From Vcr's Memory

    A. Press VCR1 (VCR2•DVD) on the remote, whichever you select in Step 10. B. If the VCR MAIN MENU does not appear on the TV screen, press MENU•PROG on the remote. C. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.

  • Page 20: Select The Language/Choisissez Une Langue

    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. This button lets you record a program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 39.

  • Page 21: Set The Auto Tv/Vcr Feature

    MAIN MENU on the TV screen. B. Press 6 to display PREFERENCES. C. Press 3 to select Auto TV/VCR: ON or OFF. ¥ Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV.

  • Page 22: Using The Remote Control

    ProScan, or GE TV and sets the remote to control the TV. VCR Function Buttons Press VCR1 (VCR2•DVD) to set remote to control the VCR to use the function CHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs channel memory.

  • Page 23: Tv Function Buttons

    Press the SAT•CABLE button to set remote to control a compatible cable box or satellite receiver. Some buttons may not work with every cable box or receiver. If you have a compatible RCA brand receiver, test the ÒTV Function ButtonsÓ to see which ones operate the receiver.

  • Page 24: Using The Vcr2•Dvd Button

    Controlling a LaserDisc Player or DVD Component The VCR2•DVD button on the VCRÔs remote will also control the primary functions of an RCA, ProScan, or GE LaserDisc player without being programmed. It can also be programmed to control an RCA DVD component using the code below.

  • Page 25: Controlling A Tv

    Controlling a TV The VCRÔs remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV. The remote can also be setup to control other manufacturerÔs brands. To program the remote, use the remote buttons that correspond to your brand.

  • Page 26: Controlling A Cable Box Or Satellite Receiver

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  • Page 27: Controlling An Auxiliary Rca Component

    5. Press PWR on the remote. If the component turns off, setup is complete. *The remote may not be able to control every RCA model of auxiliary equipment listed. Operate the Auxiliary Component After you have setup your remote to control your component, test the buttons to see which ones operate the component.

  • Page 28: 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 EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound. POWER...

  • Page 29: 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 30: Auto Play Feature

    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•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

  • Page 31: Pause For Stop-Action

    SP or SLP speed. Fast Forward Search 1. Press FF on the remote or turn the shuttle dial clockwise toward FWD on the VCR to search forward at a faster-than-normal speed. 2. To return to playback, press FF on the remote, PLAY, or turn the shuttle dial again.

  • Page 32: Frame Advance

    You can view the picture in slow motion during play or play pause. The SLOW – and + buttons on the remote and the shuttle dial on the VCR allow you to change the speed. Sound is turned off during slow-motion playback.

  • Page 33: Automatic Tracking

    Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature To protect your timer recordings from any unwanted changes, lock the VCR. The buttons on the VCR and remote will not operate the VCR. Just follow the directions below. To Lock the VCR 1.

  • Page 34: Index Search

    Using the Playback Features Index Search The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Search SystemÓ that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you stop and start recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks.

  • Page 35: Go-To Search

    TV screen during search. 5. Press STOP to stop go-to searching. Blank Search The VCR searches for blank portions of the tape that are more than six seconds in length. 1. Insert the tape and press STOP. 2. Press SEARCH on the remote three times to display the BLANK SEARCH menu on the TV screen.

  • Page 36: Display Button

    Using the Playback Features DISPLAY Button 1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, channel number, station ID (if available), time counter, title of program (if available), date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The time will appear in the display panel.

  • Page 37: Program Information

    It helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from the VCR. For example, if a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the tape, you would: 1.

  • Page 38: Commercial

    ADVANCEª is a patented technology that detects and marks most commercials on your tape for any recording that is more than 15 minutes long. During playback, the VCR automatically skips the detected commercial segments or you can choose to manually skip them. This feature reduces three minutes of commercials into approximately 8-12 seconds of fast forwarding in the SLP speed.

  • Page 39: Commercial Advance

    MENU. 2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu. 3. Press 7 to select CA Display: BLUE or VIDEO. ¥ Select BLUE to have the VCR display a blue screen while it advances through the block of marked commercials. ¥ Select VIDEO to have the VCR display the video as it advances through the block of marked commercials.

  • Page 40: 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 Ð Operating Instructions Recording While You're Away VCR Plus+ Recording Timer Recording Express (XPR) Recording Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)

  • Page 41: Basic Recording Ð Operating Instructions

    Basic Recording – Operating Instructions To Make a Recording Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input channel. 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The cassette-in indicator ( panel.

  • Page 42: Recording While You're Away Vcr Plus+ Recording

    Note 1: Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on. Note 2: Check your local listing for the broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned to this station. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
  • Page 43 Recording a Program VCR Plus+ Channel Worksheet Use this worksheet to create a list from which you can set up your VCR Plus+ channel list. Broadcast or Cable TV Station Name (Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.) *Check your local listing for VCR Plus+ channel numbers assigned to network stations.

  • Page 44: Vcr Plus+ Recording

    Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+ Recording) The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program, make sure that: ¥...

  • Page 45: Timer Recording

    Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The VCR Plus+ and 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: ¥...

  • Page 46: Check, Edit, Or Clear A Vcr Plus+ Or Timer Recording

    Press INPUT to enter the channel number when you program the timer. Enter VIDEO1 to record from the jacks on the back of the VCR or VIDEO2 to record from the jacks on the front of the VCR. How often should this...

  • Page 47: Express Recording (Xpr)

    Recording a Program Express Recording (XPR) 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 Operating Instructions 1. Turn on the VCR.

  • Page 48: 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 TVÕs 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 VCRÕs display panel.

  • Page 49: Recording Audio Only

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

  • Page 50: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes

    Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 8.) Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have two compatible VCRÕs, use the AutoEdit feature described below. Turn on the TV and VCRs.

  • Page 51: References

    Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. EJECT Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette. INPUT Turns the line input on or off. L1 or L2 appears in VCRÕs display panel and...

  • Page 52: Back Panel

    OUT TO TELEVISION Connector Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied. Display Panel This VCR has a feature where you can change the brightness level of the fluorescent display panel. 1. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

  • Page 53: Display Panel

    Channel Number or L1or L2 The channel number or line input is displayed. Select L1 to record from the jacks on the back of the VCR or L2 to record from the jacks on the front of the VCR. HIFI Indicator Lights during hi-fi playback when Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature is set to HI-FI.

  • Page 54: 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 55: 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 56: Trouble Checks

    ¥ Check setting of Remote Control: VCR1/VCR2 feature. See page 22. ¥ Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on. See page 18. ¥ Check to see if Auto TV/VCR feature is set to OFF. See page 19. ¥ Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator off.
  • Page 57 ¥ No tape in VCR or cassetteÕs safety tab broken off. ¥ 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.

  • Page 58: Commercial

    No stereo sound during playback Stereo audio too noisy VCR forwards through commercials or momentarily displays a blue screen during playback VCR forwards through a rental or pre-recorded tape displaying a blue screen COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª feature does not mark commercials...

  • Page 59: Advanceª

    Marking can be interrupted to allow use of the VCR. Marking will resume again when the VCRÕs power is turned off as long as the tape has not been ejected from the VCR. Yes, COMMERCIAL ADVANCEª...

  • Page 60: Index

    Choosing a Hookup ..... . .2 Cleaning the VCR ..... . .52 CLEAR Button .
  • Page 61 Line Input, Recording From ....44 Locking the VCR ......31 LP Indicator .
  • Page 62 Questions and Answers about COMMERCIAL RCA Component, Codes ....25 RCA Component, Controlling with Remote ......25 REC and RECORD Buttons .

  • Page 63: Index

    Turn on TV ......10 Turn On VCR ......10 TV Button .
  • Page 64 Attention: Canadian Operations 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. This will only add delays in service for your product.

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