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RCA VR650HF User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER’S GUIDE ™ It is important to read these instructions before using this product for the first time. TOCOM 15469440 videocassetterecordervideocasset terecordervideocassetterecorderv ideocassetterecordervideocassett erecordervideocassetterecordervi deocassetterecordervideocassette recordervideocassetterecordervid eocassetterecordervideocassetter ecordervideocassetterecordervide ocassetterecordervideocassettere cordervideocassetterecordervideo cassetterecordervideocassetterec ordervideocassetterecordervideoc assetterecordervideocassettereco rdervideocassetterecordervideoca ssetterecordervideocassetterecor dervideocassetterecordervideocas setterecordervideocassetterecord ervideocassetterecordervideocass etterecordervideocassetterecorde rvideocassetterecordervideocasse tterecordervideocassettereco rdervideocassetterecordervide ocassetter...

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    Care and Cleaning: VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE WARNING COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Tape Eject ... 21 Recording ... 21 Check the Safety Tab ... 21 Recording ... 23 Recording Features ... 24 Instant Timer Recording ... 24 Timer Recording ... 25 Timer Recording with VCR PLUS+ System ... 26 Copying and Editing Tapes ... 29...
  • Page 4 Connecting Your VCR ... 42 Jacks and Cables ... 42 RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) ... 42 Choosing a VCR Connection ... 43 Advantages of A/V Cable Connections ... 43 TV With RF Jack Only ... 44 TV With A/V Jacks ... 45 TV With A/V Jacks and Cable Box...

  • Page 5: First Things First

    VCR. Once you are comfortable with these features, feel free to refer to other sections because they cover the more detailed information.

  • Page 6: Step 1: What's In The Box

    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 ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks for a good signal as shown to the right.

  • Page 7: Step 5: Tune The Tv

    3 or 4 or the TV’s video input. • If you connect your VCR using the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks with RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH. 4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4 — the channel you want to use on your TV.

  • Page 8: Step 8: Accessing Menus

    First Things First • Make sure the VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if you connected your VCR using the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks. • Check your connections. If you chose to set up your VCR options individually, then go to the next section for specific instructions.

  • Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr

    Setting Up the VCR Additional Setup features Below is a list of setup features that you need to set up before using your VCR for the first time. • Select a Language • Set up for a Cable Box •...

  • Page 10: Using The Menu To Set Up Features

    Cable Box Setup This setup applies only when all channels are received through a cable box. In this case, the VCR will automatically enter the channel used to view cable box programming. Your VCR will use this channel for all future timer recordings.

  • Page 11: Vcr Channels List

    2 Only SOME channels 3 Cancel setup 4. If you selected ALL channels, enter the output channel of your cable box (usually 03 or 04), or press INPUT for the VCR’s video line input if you use AUDIO/VIDEO jacks. Then, press MENU.

  • Page 12: Selecting Channels

    The VCR begins scanning for the available channels—this takes about one to two minutes. When the scan is complete, the VCR tunes to the lowest channel number. At this point, pressing CHAN up or down on the remote control or VCR should only select the active channels.

  • Page 13: Time And Date

    The VCR’s time and date is set manually. Setting the Time and Date You set the VCR’s clock through the TIME menu. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 3 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.

  • Page 14: Vcr Plus+ System Channels

    3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List 5 Cable Box Setup 0 Exit 3. Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen. VCR+ Channel My Channel 3 -> -> -> -- Use CH+/- to select Press 0-9 to change Press MENU to save 4.

  • Page 15: Vcr Plus+ System Worksheet

    Cable-TV Channel Number** Station Name ESPN *Check your local or cable listings for the channel number you receive this station on. **Check your local listings for broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned. Channel Number You Receive the Station On*...

  • Page 16: Additional Setup Features

    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 VCR2•DVD button, this feature allows you to set this VCR to respond to that button.

  • Page 17: Auto Play

    VCR is turned on or a cassette is inserted. This only applies if you connect the IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) jacks of your VCR to your TV and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV.

  • Page 18: Energysaver

    “The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. Press any key to cancel.” If you use the VCR’s tuner instead of your TV to tune channels, you may want to turn this feature off. Front Panel Brightness (VCR Display) You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent display panel on the front of the VCR.

  • Page 19: Vcr Basics

    VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that. This section shows you the basics of using your VCR. It discusses things like using the remote control, playing a tape, and recording programs.

  • Page 20: Remote Buttons

    ON•OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR. Also turns some compatible components on and off. TV Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, or PROSCAN TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Also used with the ON•OFF button to turn on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the TV.

  • Page 21: Tv Function Buttons

    MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level. TV Buttons The TV buttons may not control all features of all models of RCA, GE, or PROSCAN TVs. If you have trouble getting a picture on the TV screen, refer to “How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel”...

  • Page 22: Playing A Tape

    VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV. Playing a Tape 1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s video input [see “How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel” in the Reference section for more information]).

  • 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 Options Now that you’ve gone through the basic steps necessary to operate your VCR, it’s time to explain the different advanced recording features available to suit your needs. Recording Features on your VCR include: • Recording (explained in the VCR Basics section) •...

  • Page 26: Recording Features

    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. To stop an express recording, press and hold STOP for three seconds.

  • Page 27: Timer Recording

    The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time, and end time (including AM or PM). The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. The date and/or speed can be changed when flashing. Timer Recording Information The Clock must be set correctly.

  • Page 28: Timer Recording With Vcr Plus+ System

    You can use the VCR Plus+ system code numbers to simplify timer programming if you have cable TV and don’t receive all channels through a cable box, the VCR can control the cable box, or if you receive your TV signal off-air.

  • Page 29: Vcr Plus+ System Recording

    Enter PlusCode Number (from TV listing) 12876 Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU when done 4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode system number. How often should this program record? 1 One time 2 Daily (every day) 3 Weekdays (M-F)

  • Page 30: Reviewing And Clearing Programs

    Press and hold the STOP button for a few seconds. 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: Copying And Editing Tapes

    1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram at the right. 2. Turn on both VCRs and TV. 3. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’s video input). For more information, see “How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel”...

  • Page 33: Program The Remote

    Control your Television The remote can be programmed to control a television. The remote is already programmed to control an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN TVs. Other manufacturer’s brands need to be programmed. FIRST THINGS FIRST SETTING UP THE VCR VCR BASICS...

  • Page 34: 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, GE, and PROSCAN televisions. Controlling a TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed.
  • Page 35 Philips ... 03,04,06,12 Pioneer ... 06 Portland ... 06,12 ProScan ... 01 Proton... 06 Quasar ... 11 Radio Shack ... 01,05,13 RCA ... 01,06,12 Realistic ... 05 Sampo... 06 Samsung ... 06,09,12 Sanyo ... 05,08 Sears ... 01,05,06,07, 08,10,12 Sharp ... 06,13 Sony ...

  • Page 37: Other Features

    Features to Enhance VCR Operation • Picture Search Options • Commercial Scan • Tracking ™ • Pro-Tect Plus Locking • Time Counter • On-screen Displays First things first Setting Up the VCR VCR Basics Recording Program the Remote Other Features Connections REFERENCE...

  • Page 38: Picture Search Options

    3. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture. 4. Press PLAY to return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback to stop after a few minutes. Preview Search Note...

  • 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

    When you manually adjust the picture, automatic tracking is turned off. To turn automatic tracking back on, press both TRACKING buttons on the front of the VCR at the same time, or eject the tape and re-insert it. Tracking has no effect during recording–...

  • Page 41: Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature

    OTHER FEATURES ™ Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature To disable the usage of the VCR, or to protect your timer recordings, you can lock the VCR so that the buttons on the VCR or remote won’t work. • To Lock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds.

  • Page 42: On-Screen Displays

    OTHER FEATURES On-screen Displays The INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP, PLAY, 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 43 Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components. First things first Setting Up the VCR VCR Basics Recording PROGRAM THE REMOTE OTHER FEATURES...

  • Page 44: Connecting Your Vcr

    RF OUT jack and your TV’s antenna input. Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type) The AUDIO/VIDEO jacks provide very good picture quality and sound which can be routed to your stereo or a TV with RCA-type audio jacks. Audio/Video Jack These jacks are used for most audio/video connections between components.

  • Page 45: Choosing A Vcr Connection

    Connections Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, if you have a cable box, whether some of the channels are scrambled, if you have a satellite receiver along with cable (but no cable box), or a satellite receiver and no cable or...

  • Page 46: 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 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the VCR. To play a tape: 1. Insert a tape.

  • Page 47: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks

    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. To play a tape: 1. Insert a tape.

  • Page 48: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks And Cable Box To Unscramble Pay Channels Only

    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. To play a tape: 1. Insert a tape.

  • Page 49: Tv With Rf Jack And Digital Satellite Receiver

    2. Press TV•VCR and select a different channel on the TV. To record a digital satellite receiver program: 1. Turn on the receiver, tune the VCR to its line input, and begin recording a program using a recording feature. Caution...

  • Page 50: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks And Digital Satellite Receiver

    To record a digital satellite receiver program and watch a cable or off-air channel: 1. Turn on the receiver, tune the VCR to its line input, and begin recording a program using a recording feature. 2. Select a different channel on the TV.

  • Page 51: Appendix: Reference

    Appendix: reference This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit’s controls and displays. You will also find the section Troubleshooting Tips in this Appendix. This areas might help resolve some simple problems.

  • Page 52: Front Panel

    Use INPUT on the remote to select L2 to record from these jacks. CHANNEL Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. Also adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. Press both together to recenter tracking.

  • Page 53: Display Panel

    Channel Number or Line Input Indicator The channel number appears when the VCR is tuned to a channel. The line indicator (L1 or L2) appears when the VCR’ s line input is selected. Select L1 to record from the back jacks or L2 to record from the front jacks.

  • Page 54: Back Panel

    CH3 CH4 3 CH. 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. AUDIO (L and R) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these jacks.

  • Page 55: Troubleshooting Tips

    Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on. • Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3 CH. 4 switch on back of VCR. • Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channel you have selected.
  • Page 56 (wrong channel or times). VCR cannot turn on or control cable box or satellite receiver. • Check to make sure VCR was set up for cable box or satellite receiver control or try repositioning the cable box or satellite receiver. •...
  • Page 57 Will not record • Check to make sure the safety tab is intact. • Check to make sure the VCR is not in the line mode. Press INPUT on the remote. Clock shows incorrect time or date • Power interruption.
  • Page 58 Appendix: reference “TIMER” indicator flashes • The clock is not set. • Check to make sure there is a cassette in the VCR when a timer recording is set. Time counter disappears during searching • This is normal. On-screen menus appear in English, Portuguese, or Spanish •...

  • Page 59: Specifications

    *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. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents.

  • Page 60: How To Find Your Tv's Video Input Channel

    The Video Channel on TVs varies for different brands and different models. Below are some steps to try: • If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, press the TV button on the remote control that came with the VCR. Then press the INPUT button on the remote.

  • Page 61: Index

    ANT IN jack 4, 5, 6, 52 ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks 42, 47 AUDIO/VIDEO jacks 9 Auto channel search 10 Auto play feature 15, 20 Auto TV/VCR feature 15 Automatic rewind 20 Automatic tracking 20 Batteries installing in the remote 4 Buttons, remote 18...
  • Page 62 PLAY button 19, 20, 36, 37, 39, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48 PLAY•PAUSE button 20 Playing a tape 20 Plugging in the VCR 4 POWER button 5, 20, 50 Power surges 41 PREFERENCES menu 14, 15, 16 Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking 39...
  • Page 63 VCR indicator 6, 51 VCR MAIN MENU 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 25, 26, 28 VCR Plus+ 12 worksheet for channels 13 VCR Plus+ Channel List screen VCR Plus+ recording 27 VCR Plus+ system menu 26 VCR PlusCode programming number 27...
  • 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.

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