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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 product. Model No. VR615HF Serial No. Purchase Date: Dealer/Address/Phone: This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Recording ... 23 Recording Features ... 24 Express Recording ... 24 Timer Recording ... 25 Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ ... 26 Stopping a Timer Recording ... 28 Reviewing and Clearing Programs ... 28 Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)... - Page 4 Jacks and Cables ... 44 Choosing a VCR Connection ... 45 Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections ... 45 Don’t Forget About the TV/VCR Feature ... 45 TV with RF Jack Only ... 46 TV with Audio/Video Jacks ... 47 TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only...
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Page 5: First Things First
Read the First Three sections The first three sections of the manual introduce you to your VCR, and show you how to set the VCR up and use the on-screen menus. Reading these sections gives you the basic information you need to use your VCR. - Page 6 STEP 3: Connect your vcr If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable system and then to your TV, use the VCR’s IN FROM ANTENNA and OUT TO TELEVISION jacks for a good signal as shown. If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use these jacks for a better connection.
- Page 7 First Things First STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCR Insert the small end of the power cord into the back of the VCR. Match the wide blade of the plug on the other end of the cord with the wide slot in the AC outlet. Be sure to insert the plugs completely.
- Page 8 First Things First 1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings 3 Time 4 Channels 5 Preferences 6 Language/Langue/Idioma 7 Audio 0 Exit 2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
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Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr
Setting Up the VCR Additional Set-up features Below is a list of set-up features that you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR for the first time. • Select a Language • Set up VCR channel list (Auto Channel Search) •... -
Page 10: Using The Menu To Set Up Features
Make sure TV is tuned to the same channel as the 3CH4 switch or TV’s video line input. • Make sure VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if you connected your VCR using the IN FROM ANTENNA and OUT TO TELEVISION jacks. -
Page 11: Vcr Channels List
If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary. Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory. Even though your VCR may come with a list, it’s possible that you may want to add or eliminate some channels depending on whether they are active. -
Page 12: To Change The Signal Type
Now pressing CHANNEL up or down should only select the active channels. To Change the Signal Type 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings... -
Page 13: To Add Or Remove Channels
Channel Search, especially if some of the channels have weak signals or you don’t want to watch them. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. 3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Use CHANNEL up or down or number buttons to go to the channels you want to remove or add. -
Page 14: Set The Time And Date
Select ON if you want the VCR’s clock to automatically adjust for daylight-saving time. • Select OFF if you do not want the VCR’s clock to adjust for daylight-saving time. Set the Time and Date 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. -
Page 15: Vcr Plus+ Channels
2 Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List 0 Exit 3. Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List menu. VCR+ Channel My Channel 3 -> -> -> -- Use CH+/- to select Press 0-9 to change Press MENU to exit 4. - Page 16 Number** Name ESPN *Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on. **Check your local listing for broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned. Channel Number You Receive the Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Station On*...
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Page 17: What's Next--Additional Set-Up Features In The Preferences Menu
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up. REMOTE VCR1/VCR2 Option If you own a compatible RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that has a VCR2, VCR2•LD, or DVD•VCR2 button, this feature allows you to set this VCR to respond to that button. -
Page 18: Auto Play
Press 3 to switch between ON and OFF. • Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned on or a cassette is inserted. This only applies if you connect the IN FROM ANTENNA and OUT TO TELEVISION jacks of your VCR and TV and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. -
Page 19: Vcr Basics
VCR BAsICS learn the basics To get you started These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that. However, there are other features that enhance the enjoyment of your VCR, but they aren’t necessary to get you started. -
Page 20: Remote Buttons
Remote Buttons The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many brands of televisions. If you have an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV, you may be able to control it without having to program the remote. Component Buttons OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR. -
Page 21: Tv Function Buttons
1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. OFF Turns off the VCR when the remote is set to control the VCR. Turns off other components if remote is programmed. PAUSE Pauses playback or recording. Press PAUSE again to return to playback or recording. -
Page 22: Playing A Tape
Automatic Rewind The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR (OFF on the remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding. PLAY... -
Page 23: Tape Eject
Check the Safety Tab No matter which recording option you use, you need to make sure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape’s safety tab is in place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed. -
Page 25: Recording
RECORDING SEVERAL recording FEATURES Now that you’ve gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR, I’ll explain the different recording features that are available to suit your needs. Recording Features: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) • Express Recording •... -
Page 26: Recording Features
Press REC to set length Each time you press the RECORD button, you increase the recording time (up to 4 hours). The VCR continues to record for the amount of time you indicate, and then automatically turns off. RECORD LENGTH... -
Page 27: Timer Recording
The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time including AM or PM, and end time. The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. Both the date and speed can be changed. -
Page 28: Timer Recording With Vcr Plus
TV signal off-air. Setting Up the Channel List If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ Channel List, you can do it now. 1. Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Display the VCR Plus+ Channel List menu. - Page 29 RECORDING 3. Enter the VCR PlusCode shown in your local television programming guide. VCR PLUS+ Enter PlusCode Number (from TV listing) 12876 Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU when done 4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number. How often should this...
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Page 30: Stopping A Timer Recording
Press and hold the STOP button. REVIEWING AND CLEARING PROGRAMS To review programs that you have already set up: 1. Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs. -
Page 31: Recording Audio Only
Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (MONO L and R) jacks on the back of the VCR. 1. Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the line input. -
Page 32: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes
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 3, 4, or TV’s video input). 3. If you connected your VCR using the IN FROM ANTENNA and OUT TO TELEVISION jacks, tune the recording VCR to channel 3 or 4--the one selected on the back of the playback VCR. -
Page 33: Programming The Remote
The remote can be programmed to control a television. It is programmed to control an RCA, GE, or ProScan TV. Other manufacturer’s brands need to be programmed. First things first Setting Up the VCR... -
Page 34: To Control A Tv
About Programming the Remote The remote can be programmed to control other brands of remote controllable TVs. It is already programmed to operate most RCA, ProScan, and GE TVs. Programming the Remote to Control a TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed. - Page 35 Proton ... 06 Electrohome ... 06,12 Quasar ... 11 Emerson ... 06 Radio Shack ... 01,05,13 Envision ... 05,06 RCA ... 01,06,12 Fisher ... 05,08 Realistic ... 05 Sampo ... 06 GE ... 00,01,06,11 Goldstar ... 06,12 Samsung ... 06,09,12 Sanyo ...
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Page 37: Other Features
OTHER FEATURES features to enhance VCR operation • Picture Search Options • Tracking • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays • Audio Reception • Audio Tape Playback First things first Setting Up the VCR VCR Basics recording PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE OTHER FEATURES... -
Page 38: Picture Search Options
3. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture. 4. Pr ess PLA Y to return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback to stop after a few minutes. Commercial Scan (Search Button) This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments. -
Page 39: Frame Advance
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 on the tape. To Search: 1. -
Page 40: Go-To Search
OTHER FEATURES Go-To Search The Go-T o search feature enables the VCR to quickl y locate a counter reading anywhere on the tape. When the VCR locates the counter reading, it will begin playback. 1. Press ST OP. 2. Press SEARCH on the remote until the GO-TO SEARCH menu appears on the screen. -
Page 41: On-Screen Displays
ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS The INFO button sho ws the status of the VCR (ST OP, PLA Y, RECORD , etc .), channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. -
Page 42: Audio Set-Up Features
The audio set-up features enhance your tape playback and recordings. The features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO men u and are shown in the displa ys below. 1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+... -
Page 43: Tape Playback
Pr ess 2 to switch between Tape Playback: HI-FI, LINEAR, and MIX. To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a ster eo television or amplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks. The Tape Playback feature lets you select which audio you play back. -
Page 45: Connections
Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising fr o m it will not flo w around other components. First things first Setting Up the VCR VCR Basics recording PROGRAMMING THE... -
Page 46: Connecting Your Vcr
RF Jack These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled IN FROM ANTENNA and OUT TO TELEVISION. The coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR’s OUT TO TELEVISION jack and your TV’s antenna input. -
Page 47: Choosing A Vcr Connection
VCR or the TV. You can change the setting manually by using the TV•VCR button on the remote or you can set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON when using only RF ANTENNA connections and OFF when using the AUDIO/VIDEO output jacks--so your TV signal is not interrupted when the VCR is turned on. -
Page 48: Tv With Rf Jack Only
2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps. Using This Connection Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4 whichever one you selected with the 3CH4 switch on the back of the VCR. Auto TV/VCR Setting: • Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON. -
Page 49: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks
To connect: 1. Connect cables as shown. 2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps. Using This Connection Tune your TV to its video input channel. Use of TV•VCR button is not required. Auto TV/VCR Setting: • Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. -
Page 50: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks And Cable Box To Unscramble Pay Channels Only
To connect: 1. Connect cables as shown. 2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps. Using This Connection Tune your TV to its video input channel. Use of TV•VCR button is not required. Auto TV/VCR Setting: • Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. -
Page 51: Appendix A: Reference
This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit’s controls and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section in this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems. -
Page 52: Front Panel
TRACKING Remote Sensor CHANNEL TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’ s channel memor y. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. EJECT Ejects the tape when the VCR is stopped. FORWARD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. -
Page 53: Display Panel
STEREO Indicator Lights when station you are tuned to is broadcasting stereo. VCR Indicator (Applies only if the VCR viewing channel is 3 or 4). Pr ess the TV•VCR button to turn on or off. • VCR indicator on: Picture from VCR. -
Page 54: Back Panel
AUDIO 3CH4 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. AUDIO (R and L MONO) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcor der, when it is connected to these jacks. -
Page 55: Troubleshooting Tips
• Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV. • Check to make sure the remote is programmed to control an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV. Remote no longer controls a compatible TV • Press TV to set remote to control the compatible TV. - Page 56 • Check to make sure the tape is not broken. • Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. Will not record • Check to make sure the safety tab is intact.
- Page 57 VCR makes noise when stopped • 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. Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly •...
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Page 58: 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 59: 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 60: Index
Auto channel search 9 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu 10 AUTO DST: ON or OFF feature 11 Auto play feature 16, 20 Auto TV/VCR feature 16, 45, 46, 47, 48 Automatic rewind 20 Automatic tracking 20 Back panel 52 Basic recording 21... - Page 61 RECORD button 19, 21, 24, 29, 30, 50 Recording basic 21 copying and editing tapes 30 express 24 SAP 28 speeds 21 timer 25 Remote buttons 18 component buttons 18 installing batteries 4 sensor 50 TV function buttons 19 VCR function buttons 18–20...
- Page 62 Tracking feature 38 Troubleshooting tips 53 TV button 18, 32 TV codes 33 TV, programming the remote to control 32 TV•VCR button 16, 19, 29, 45, 46, 50 cleaning 56 VCR button 18 VCR channels list 9 VCR indicator 29, 51...
- Page 63 26 PlusCode number 27 setting up channels 13 using 26 worksheet for channels 15 VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST menu 13, 26 VCR PLUS+ Channels setting up 13 VCR Plus+ menu 26 VCR, setting up 7 Viewing channel 5...
- Page 64 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.