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RCA VR725HF User Manual

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VR725HF
USER'S
GUIDE
VIDEO CASSETTE
RECORDER

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  • Page 1 VR725HF 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

    Express Recording ____________________ 30 Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP___ 31 Recording Audio Only_________________ 32 Recording While You're Away Setup Cable Box or RCA DSS ® Satellite Receiver _______________________ 33 VCR Plus+ Recording ___________ 34-35 Timer Recording __________________ 36 Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or...

  • Page 4: Hooking Up The Vcr

    B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna – Turn to page 3. C. Cable System – Go to question 2. D. RCA DSS ® Satellite System and another source (A, B, C) – Go to question 3. 2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have? Choose one answer from below.

  • 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 3 CH. 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 3 CH. 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 3 CH. 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: Rca Dss ® 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: Rca Dss ® Satellite Receiver

    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

    If your other VCR has an S-VIDEO connector, also connect the supplied S-VHS cable to take advantage of S-VHS. If your VCR is not stereo, you may need a Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels. 3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

  • Page 11: Connecting A Stereo Amplifier/Receiver

    3. Plug in power cords of amplifier/ receiver, VCR, and TV. 4. Turn to page 32 for “Recording Audio Only.” Select the line input (“L1” or “L2”) 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 12: Setting Up The Vcr

    B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the 3 CH. 4 switch on back of VCR. If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV’s video input.

  • Page 13: 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 perform an AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH.

  • Page 14: Use Tv•Vcr Button

    B. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR. The VCR indicator lights in the display panel. C. Press CHAN up or down to change channels on the VCR. The channel number changes on the TV screen and in the display panel.

  • Page 15: Set The Time And Date

    Setting Up the VCR Startup 9. Set the time and date. When you first turn on the VCR, -:-- appears in the clock area of the VCR’s display panel. A. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU.

  • Page 16: Using The Remote Control

    TV when the remote is programmed to control that TV. See page 17. VCR Function Buttons Press VCR1 (VCR2•LD) to set the remote to control the VCR and use the function buttons. A•V DUB Used for audio and video dubbing.
  • Page 17 Cable Box or RCA DSS ® Receiver Function Buttons Press the CABLE button to set remote to control a compatible cable box or RCA satellite receiver. Some buttons may not work with the cable box or receiver. CHAN (Channel) Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the cable box’s or...

  • Page 18: Controlling A Vcr

    Using the Remote Control Controlling a VCR The VCR’s remote controls compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE VCRs with the VCR1 and VCR2•LD buttons. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to VCR1 without being programmed. If you own two compatible VCRs, test them to see if VCR1 turns on both VCRs.

  • Page 19: Controlling A Tv

    Controlling a TV The VCR‘s remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV. The remote can also be set up to control other manufacturer‘s brands. To program the remote, enter remote code numbers that correspond to your brand.

  • Page 20: Controlling A Cable Box Or Rca Dss ® Receiver

    2. If the cable box or receiver does not turn on in step 1, press CABLE, then POWER. 3. Use the “Cable Box or RCA Digital Satellite Receiver Function Buttons” for the cable box and test the “TV Function Buttons” to see which ones operate the satellite receiver.

  • Page 21: Controlling An Auxiliary Rca Component

    The remote that came packed with your VCR is also capable of controlling one compatible RCA audio component, such as an AM/FM radio, CD player, tape player, or phonograph. The remote must be programmed for the specific component it is to control. To program the remote, use the code that corresponds to your component.

  • Page 22: Playing A Tape

    5. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote. 6. Press REW on the VCR or remote. The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. Also, while a tape is rewinding, if you press POWER, the VCR turns off after rewinding complete.

  • Page 23: Using The Playback Features

    Using the Playback Features TAPE 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 24: Auto Play Feature

    AUTO REPEAT Feature When you set this feature, the VCR plays a tape for the amount of time you specify, over and over. For example, if you enter a length of two hours, the VCR will play the tape for two hours, automatically rewind the tape, and play the tape again.

  • Page 25: Display Button

    2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on the TV screen. 3. Use SHUTTLE Ring on the VCR or FF on the remote to fast forward the tape until 0:30:00 appears in the time counter. 4. Press STOP.

  • Page 26: Pause For Stop-Action

    Search works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed. Fast Forward Search 1. Use the SHUTTLE Ring on the VCR or FF on the remote to search forward at a faster-than-normal speed. 2. Use FF or PLAY on the remote to return to playback.

  • Page 27: Variable Speed Picture Search Using Shuttle Ring On The Vcr

    Sound is turned off during picture search. The picture is best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed. 1. Turn the SHUTTLE Ring on the VCR while in Play or Still mode to start a forward or reverse search.

  • Page 28: Commercial Scan (Search Button)

    VCR to search. Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry. 4. Use SHUTTLE Ring on the VCR or FF on the remote to search forward or REW to search in reverse. 5. Press STOP to stop index searching.

  • Page 29: Zero Search

    SEARCH menu on the TV screen. The current time counter is displayed. 9. Use SHUTTLE Ring on the VCR or FF on the remote, or REW to return to 0:00:00. The time counter appears in the upper right corner of the TV screen during search.

  • Page 30: 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 31: Recording Features

    Recording Pause You can skip short passages of unwanted material and not record them. Press PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR or PAUSE on the remote during recording to stop and start recording. The record indicator ( display panel.

  • Page 32: 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. VIDEO IN L•AUDIO IN•R MONO Operating Instructions 1. Turn on the VCR.

  • Page 33: 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 the TV’s video input. 1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.

  • Page 34: Recording Audio Only

    RECORD on the VCR to begin recording. The record indicator ( indicator ( 4. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote when you are finished. ) and the playback ) appear in the VCR’s display panel.

  • Page 35: Recording While You're Away

    Received From a Cable Box or Receiver) CABLE BOX SETUP tells the VCR the output channel of your cable box or RCA satellite receiver. If your cable box can be controlled by a remote, the VCR may be able to tune it to the channel you want to record during VCR Plus+ and timer recordings.

  • Page 36: 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 37: Vcr Plus+ Recording

    • The VCR is setup for VCR Plus+ programming if you. • receive all channels through a cable box or RCA satellite receiver, setup the cable box or receiver as described on page 33. • use an antenna, do not use a cable box for all channels, or have a cable box the VCR can control, complete VCR Plus+ Setup on page 34.

  • Page 38: Timer Recording

    • The remote is set to control the VCR — using VCR1 (VCR2•LD). • If you receive all channels through a cable box or RCA satellite receiver, setup the cable box or receiver as described on page 33.

  • Page 39: Checking Or Clearing Vcr Plus+ Or Timer Recordings

    The line input refers to the signal coming from the AUDIO1, AUDIO2, S-VIDEO, VIDEO1 or VIDEO1 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. To timer record from the component connected to the VCR’s line input:...

  • Page 40: S-Vhs Recording

    Recording a Program S-VHS Recording S(Super)-VHS Recording The VCR is capable of recording in VHS or S-VHS format. To record in S-VHS, use cassettes labeled with the S-VHS using a standard VHS tape. cannot be played back in VCRs that do not have the indicator lights when playing back an S-VHS tape.

  • Page 41: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes

    Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 8.) Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. Turn on the TV and VCRs. Caution: The unauthorized Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TV’s...

  • Page 42: Audio And Video Dubbing

    (Refer to hookup on page 9.) Turn on the audio source and VCR. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TV’s video input. Insert the tape you want to dub on into the VCR.

  • Page 43: Audio And Video Dubbing

    (continued) To Video Dub (Refer to hookup on page 8, Option B.) Connect the two VCRs and turn them on. Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the Caution If you attempt to TV’s video input.

  • Page 44: References

    TV•VCR S-VHS (Indicator) Lights during S-VHS recording or playback. SHUTTLE Ring Places the VCR in Shuttle mode and starts a forward or reverse search when you turn the Ring while in Play or Still mode. STOP•EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record, playback, rewind, fast forward, or pause.

  • Page 45: Back Panel

    VIDEO1 and AUDIO1 (R and L) OUT Jacks Sends signals from VCR to another component, such as a monitor TV or another VCR, when it is connected to these jacks. If the other component is not stereo, you may need...

  • Page 46: Display Panel

    Press INPUT on the remote to light “L1” or “L2” to record from the VIDEO1 or VIDEO2 and AUDIO1 or AUDIO2 IN jacks on the back of the VCR. Hi-Fi Indicator Lights when AUDIO PLAY is set to HIFI or MIX.

  • Page 47: 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 48: 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 49 • 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 50: Trouble Checks

    • Indicator light off. Pressing any other button during jog shuttle operation will turn off jog shuttle. Press JOG SHUTTLE to turn jog shuttle back on. • Press PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR or PLAY on the remote to return to normal playback.

  • Page 51: 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 52: Index

    Choosing a Hookup ......2 Cleaning the VCR ......45 CLEAR Button .
  • Page 53 Trouble Checks ......46-48 Turn On VCR ......10 TV Button .
  • Page 54 VCR, Cleaning ......45 VCR, Turn On ......10 VCR1 Button .
  • Page 55 Notes...
  • Page 56 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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