Summary of Contents for Goldstar GCV1946M
- Page 1 GoldSEar TVCR OWNER'S MANUAL Before connecting, operating, or adjusting this product, please read this instruction booklet carefully and completely.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Antenna Connections ........................Connecting an Indoor Antenna ....................Connecting an Outdoor Antenna ....................Connecting a CATV Cable ......................Description of Controls ......................... Using the TV's Front Panel Controls ..................Using the TV's Back Panel Controls ..................Using the Remote Control ......................On-Screen Display ........................ - Page 3 FEATURES Your new "rVCR has been designed and built to give you the very best in quality, features and performance. To fully enjoy all the features and functions of your TVCR, we recommend you read this Owners Manual carefully and thoroughly. [VgS] ONLyTHIS VIDEO DECK IS...
- Page 4 WARNING DO NOT OPEN CAUTION : TO REDUCE This symbol should alert the This symbol should alert the THE RISK OF ELECTRIC user to the presence user to important instructions in the literature. SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE "dangerous voltage" inside the product that might cause COVER (OR BACK).
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Page 5: Antenna Connections
ANTENNA CONNECTIONS • Connecting an Indoor Antenna Rod Antenna 300 to 75 ohm Adapter 300 ohm flat wire 75 ohm ohm Adapter Antenna Terminal 1. Insert a rod antenna into the mounting hole located on the upper side of the television. Connect the 300 ohm flat wire to a 300 to 75 ohm antenna adapter. -
Page 6: Description Of Controls
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS • Using the TV's Front Panel Controls "' 11 12 15 14 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR REC/ITR Bu'n'ON ° Press the REC button to record a TV INPUT JACKS program or Instant Timer Recording. REC/ITR INDICATOR 10. P/STILL BUTTON This indicator lights when the unit is in the Used in the record or play mode to stop the recording mode or is set to record Instant... -
Page 7: Using The Tv's Back Panel Controls
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS • Using the TV's Back Panel Controls 1. ANTENNA INPUT JACK Note: You can connect external Connect the VHF/UHF Antenna or CATV equipment outputs to the INPUT jacks on the front panel as shown below. cable to this jack. 2.3. -
Page 8: Using The Remote Control
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS • Using the Remote Control The remote control unit will not function properly if strong light strikes the sensor window or if there are obstacles between the remote control unit and the set. POWER BUTTON MENU BUTTON Used to enter the on-screen programming mode. - Page 9 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS 12. AUTO TRACKING BUTTON REC. SPEED BUTTON When playback is started, the auto tracking Changes tape speed in the recording mode. function begins normally if this button is not pressed. When this button is pressed after In the playback mode, tape speed tracking has been adjusted manually, auto...
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Page 10: On-Screen Display
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY The On-Screen Display prompts and leads you through the processes of setting up, recording and programming. It does this by a series of text cards displayed on the "rv screen. There are two main cards: Each time you press the MENU button on the remote control the on-screen display changes one by one as shown below. -
Page 11: Basic Tv Operation
BASIC TV OPERATION Before operating the TV, make sure the following instructions have been completed. • Your TV has been connected to an antenna or a cable system. • Your TV has been plugged in a power outlet. • Turning On the TV To turn on the TV, press the POWER button on the front panel or remote control. -
Page 12: Selecting The Input Signal
BASIC TV OPERATION • Selecting the Input Signal 1. Press the MENU button until the picture menu is displayed as shown left. * INPUT RUTO CH SERRCH 2. Press the CHANNEL • or • button to select the INPUT. CH RDD/ERRSE CRPTIOH LRNGURGE RUTO... - Page 13 BASIC TV OPERATION Memorizing the Channels by AUTO PROGRAM AUTO PROGRAM searches and memorizes all the active channels in your area. Press the TV/AV button until a channel number is displayed on the screen. * INPUT AUTO CH SEARCH Press the MENU button until the picture menu is displayed as ADD/ERASE CAPTION shown right.
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Page 14: Selecting Channels
BASIC TV OPERATION • Selecting Channels Press the CHANNEL ,&/V buttons to conveniently select the channel higher or lower than the channel being viewed, or NUMBER buttons to directly select the desired channel. _ii_iiii_ The selected channel number appears as shown left. After 3 _!ii?i_ I seconds the channel number disappears. -
Page 15: Picture Control
PICTURE CONTROL This function allows you to manually adjust the picture level to your personal preference. If the picture you set is not satisfactory, a factory preset picture can be selected. 1. Press the PICTURE button to select the desired picture mode. -
Page 16: Closed Caption Function
CLOSED CAPTION FUNCTION Closed captioning is a process which converts the audio portion of a television program into written words, which then appear on the television screen in a form similar to subtitles. Closed captions allow viewers to read the dialogue and narration of television programs. •... -
Page 17: Using The Text Function
CLOSED CAPTION FUNCTION Operating the Caption 1. Press the MENU button until the menu is displayed as shown on the right. INPUT RUTO OH SERRCH CH RDD/ERRSE CAPTION LRNGURGE RUTO REPERT use _ =rid • Press the CHANNEL A or • button until CAPTION indicated as shown on the right. -
Page 18: Timer Functions
TIMER FUNCTIONS • Setting the Current Time Before setting the ON/OFF Time, first you should set the current time. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control until the picture menu is displayed as shown on the left. TIMER 2. -
Page 19: Setting The Off Timer
TIMER FUNCTIONS • Setting the OFF TIMER This is the function to automatically turn off your TV at a set time. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control until the picture menu is displayed as shown on the right. TIMER 2. -
Page 20: Auto Off Function
TIMER FUNCTIONS • AUTO OFF Function This function automatically turns off your "IV after 10 minutes when there are no broadcasts. If the VCR is operating, the AUTO O]L_1 ' does not function. 1. In the TIMER mode, press the CHANNEL • or •... -
Page 21: Playback
PLAYBACK • Playing Back a Prerecorded Cassette Tape 1. Insert a prerecorded cassette into the tape compartment. The VCR automatically turns on. PLAY 2. Press the PLAY/x2 (_.)) button. The message AUTO TRACKING flashes for 4 seconds. Do not select the tape speed for playback. This will be done automatically. -
Page 22: Tracking Control
PLAYBACK • Tracking Control When playing back a tape recorded on another VCR, there might be some picture noise. Tracking ensures that the tape is correctlyalignedwith the playback head. It only works in the "playback" mode and itsprinciplepurpose is to minimize picture shake. It can be adjusted either automatically or manually. -
Page 23: Auto Repeat Function
PLAYBACK • Auto Repeat Function This function allows the tape to rewind to its beginning and play back automatically. 1. Press the MENU button until the picture menu is displayed as shown on the right. *CAPTZOH LANGUAGE AUTO REPEAT € •... -
Page 24: Playback Variations
PLAYBACK VARIATIONS • Variable Speed Playback You can enjoy playing back pictures in various speeds on the VCR. Still Picture During the playback mode, press the P/STILL ((_)) button. STILL To resume normal playback, press the PLAY/x2 ((_) button. Notes: • There will be no sound and the picture may be unstable. -
Page 25: Using Clock Count/Remain
PLAYBACK VARIATIONS • Using CLOCK COUNT/REMAIN This function allows the remaining tape time to be displayed during recording or playback while in counter mode. 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control until the picture menu is displayed as shown on the right. TIMER PROGRAM TAPE... -
Page 26: Using Counter Memory Function
PLAYBACK VARIATIONS • Using The Counter Memory Function The counter memory makes it easy to return to a particular spot on the tape after recording or playback. The tape stops when the counter reaches M 0-00:00. This feature can only be operated in the counter mode and is especially helpful when editing a recording. -
Page 27: Recording
RECORDING • Tape Selection The quality of tape you use greatly affects the record/playback quality and the life of the TVCR. Use only cassette tapes that have the official VHS logo. High-grade tapes give the best results, especially at the EP speed. They also have a better oxide coating that helps prevent dirty video heads. -
Page 28: Recording Tv Programs
RECORDING • Recording TV Programs Caution Television programs, films, video tapes and other materials may be copyrighted. Unauthorized recording of such material may be contrary to the provisions of the copyright laws. Insert a cassette with the safety tab. ° The TVCR turns on automatically (Auto power on). -
Page 29: Program Timer Recording
PROGRAM TIMER RECORDING • Setting the Program Timer You can preset up to five recordings up to one month in advance. The recordings can be preset with the remote control while referring to the PROGPJ_M display on the screen. Before you begin, check the following points. •... - Page 30 PROGRAM TIMER RECORDING 8. Press the VOL • or • button to select the minute option for 8/31/1995 10130AII START. OAT1E START SlOP "_ tO/SIT IOs31_ -s-.._- I/B-s--.M -_--fll- _/-- -i--fM -_--/11 9. Press the CHANNEL • or • button to select the minute for START.
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Page 31: Checking The Program Timer Settings
PROGRAM TIMER RECORDING • Checking the Program Timer Settings You can display all of the timer settings on the TVCR screen to check the settings 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control until the picture menu is displayed as shown on the right. TIMER PROGRAM TAPE... -
Page 32: Changing Or Cancelling The Program Timer Settings
PROGRAM TIMER RECORDING • Changing or Cancelling the Program Timer Settings 1. Press the MENU button on the remote control until the menu is displayed as shown on the left. TIMER PROGRAM TAPE REMAIN RENTAL POSITION • 2. Press the CHANNEL • or • button to select PROGRAM. -
Page 33: Instant Timer Recording
INSTANT TIMER RECORDING This function is convenient when, for example, you want to set the VCR to sta_rtrecording instantly without going through the whole timer setting procedure. Notes: • Make sure that the clock is set correctly before you activate Instant Rmer Recording. •... -
Page 34: Vhs Index Search System (Viss)
VHS INDEX SEARCH SYSTEM(MISS) MISS signal marks on the tape let you scan through the start of different programs or search for a specific section of tape. • Marking MISS Signals Automatic VISS Mark A MISS signal is automatically marked at the beginning of recording. -
Page 35: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING If you have a problem with the TVCR, first check the power cord connection, then go through the following list. Should the difficulty persist, unplug the unit, and contact your GoldStar dealer or local authodsed GoldStar service facility. • In TV Reception... -
Page 36: In Vcr Operation
TROUBLESHOOTING • In VCR Operation Suggestions Symptoms Cannot load video cassettes • Insert the cassette with the window side up and the safety tab facing you. • Check if a video tape is already in the VCR. • Cancel the recording. No operation when buttons are pressed •... - Page 37 MEMO...
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- Page 40 GOLDSTAR TVCR LIMITED WARRANTY LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc. will repair or at its option replace, without charge, your product which proves to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use, during the warranty period listed below from the date of original purchase.