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  • Page 1 iiii_ _ _!_i_ _i_iiiiii_ ii_i! _i_: _ii_ii_ _ii I USER'S GUIDE TV/VCR...
  • Page 2 Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this I_SK OF ELECTHK_ SHOCK TV/VCR combination to rain or moisture. DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER CAUTION: To prevent...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Important Information Automatic Tracking Manual Tracking__ _ 15 Warning Time Counter Cautions Note to Cable TV Installer ..Repeat Play Feature Intro Scan Index Playback Product Registration Recording a Program Setting Up the TV/VCR Recording Features Startup Check Accessories With TV/VCR ..
  • Page 4: Check Accessories With Tv/Vcr

    Startup Check accessories with TV/VCR combination. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. !_)c O" O' O' 0 _O' O' [_ O'10 d"_ 4÷ -()4÷ _56dD_5 2 "hA" Batteries Remote (Stock No. 228892) Insert batteries in remote. Connect antenna or cable-TV system.
  • Page 5: Turn On Tv/Vcr

    Startup Turn on TV/VCR. Press POWEH (n, the 1V/VCR o_ lClltolL'. Jhe POWEPgVVAKE indicator on the front of the TV/VCR will light. Set the clock. A. Press MENU on the remote to display the MENU MENU. Closed Caption Timer Video Adjust B.
  • Page 6: Place Channels In The Tv/Vcr's

    Startup Place channels in the TV/VCR's memory. Follow these steps to automatically place channels the TV/VCR's memory. MENU A. Press MENU on the remote to display the MENU. Closed Caption Timer B. Press + or- to highlight the GH Search feature.
  • Page 7: Select The Language (Seleccione El Idioma / Choisissez Une Langue)

    Startup Select language. This feature lets y_)u _uh_'ctLnglish, bpamsh, French as the language for your on-screen menus. A. Press MENU on the remote to display the MENU. MENU B. Press + or - to highlight the Language feature. iClosed Caption Timer C.
  • Page 8: Buttons

    Buttons - and + Buttons Used to select and set featurcs when using the on-screen menus. CH (Channel)/TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in channel :)OWER -"E_ECT LOAD DISPLAY MUTE memory. Lets you manually reduce the streaks that may appear in the picture during playback.
  • Page 9: Buttons

    Buttons REW (Rewind) MUlE Rewinds the tape when the TV / VCR is ['urns soul/d t)ll t)l t)ll. stopped. When sound is turned off, closed captions Searches the picture in reverse motion during (ch 1 mode) automatically appear on the playback.
  • Page 10: Tv/Vcr

    Using the TV/VCR Features On-Screen Displays Whenever a function button is pressed or you change channels, the function (or channel number) is automatically displayed on the screen. To Manually Call Up On-Screen Displays 0:00:00 7:45AM JAN. 7:45AM JAN. 1. Press DISPLAY on the remote. •...
  • Page 11: Adjust The Video

    Using the TV/VCR Features Adjust the Video Use the Video Adjust menu to adjust tile picture for your personal preference. The TV/VCR will remember the settings you select. To Adjust Video 1. Press MENU on the remote to display MENU. MENU 2.
  • Page 12: Closed Captions

    Using the TV/VCR Features Closed Captions Closed captioning displays the dialog of a program as words on the TV screen. It is useful for the deaf, hearing impaired, or anyone wants to watch program without sound. If you have turned closed captioning on and it does...
  • Page 13: Timer

    Using TV/VCR Features Wake-Up Timer The wake-up timer turns tile TV/VCR on at a desired time. You can set it to wake you up in the morning or remind you that a favorite program is about to start. To Set the Wake-Up Timer Press MENU oll the remote to display MENU.
  • Page 14: Noise Elimination Feature -- Pb

    Using the TV/VCR Features Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR MENU after 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. Caption Closed Timer _waSubZNenuJ Viaeo Adjust ke-Uo 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the MENU. Repeat Play PISleep CLock Air/Cable...
  • Page 15: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions To Play a Tape PLAY C_STD 0:00:00 7:45AM JAN.I Safety Tab Insert a tape in the TV/VCR. TV/VCR automatically turns on. If the safety tab has been removed, the tape automatically begins playback. Press PLAY on the remote or • on the TV/VCR, if necessary.
  • Page 16: Using The Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Pause Stop Action This feature stops the tape in action and allows y_)[_l t o examine tile details of the scene. Stop action works well for tapes recorded in the SP or EP speed. 1. Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to stop the action.
  • Page 17: Automatic Tracking

    Using the Playback Features Automatic Tracking The TV/VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts tile picture when playing a tape that was recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever tape is inserted. • To manually turn on automatic tracking, press and hold both of the TRACKING buttons...
  • Page 18: Repeat Play Feature

    Using the Playback Features Repeat Play Feature This feature lets you play a tape over and over. When Repeat Play Tape Blank or Tape End is selected, the TV/VCR will play the tape to a portion of blank tape or the end of the tape, automatically rewind the tape, and play the tape...
  • Page 19: Intro Scan Index Playback

    Using Playback Features Intro Scan Index Playback The TV/VCR automatically records index marks and program information on the tape each time you begin recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks. To Select Intro Scan...
  • Page 20: Recording Features

    Recording Features Recording Speeds Press TAPE SPEED on the lc._ute to sclc,_t ,, recording speed. Recording Time SlOP I ape _pt'ed Cassette (ABLE Indicator T-120 2Hr 40Min T-160 SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. That is why most pre-recorded, 0:00:00 rental tapes are recorded in SP.
  • Page 21: Types Of Recordings

    Types of Recordings Your VCR provides different types of recording. These types are explained in the following sections: Basic Recording -- Operating Instructions Recording While You're Away -- Timer Recording Copying and Editing Tapes Basic Recording - operating Instructions To Make a Recording CABLE Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
  • Page 22: Recording While You're Away

    Recording While You're Away-- Timer Recording Timer recording lets you program the TV/VCR to record up to five different programs within a one month period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: • The clock is set correctly. • A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record tile program(s).
  • Page 23: Changing Or Deleting

    Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) Changing or Deleting Timer Recordings Press CONFIRM on the remote to display TIMER PROGRAM REC TIMER PROGRAM menu. MODE START STOP SPEED 2(THU) 2:30_ 3:30_ Use the- and + buttons on the remote to highlight ADD, CHANGE, or DELETE.
  • Page 24: Copying And Editing

    Copying Editing Tapes Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 27.) Use another VCR or camcorder as the playback and the TV / VCR as the recording VCR. Turn on the VCR or camcorder and the TV/VCR. CABLE Caution: The unauthorized Press 00 on TV/VCR's remote to select the line recording of television...
  • Page 25: Front Panel

    Location of Controls --- Front Panel ..TopeOompa.ment :!::_!:_i'_'..':.., ::_:::!:i'.::.:'."_ "..':.. Remote Sensor __ (Stop/Eject) GH (Channel) Up and Down Stops normal functions -- such as record, Selects next higher or lower channel in the TV / VCR's channel memory. playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause.
  • Page 26: Back Panel

    Location of Controls--- Back Panel ANT/ CABLE ANT/CABLE 75_2 (Antenna) Connector Receives the signal from an antenna or cable system when attached. Choosing a Hookup Answer questions to choose hookup for your TV/VCR. do you receive your TV signals? Choose one answer from below. A.
  • Page 27 Antenna or Cable System W_[thout a Cable Box Antenna or Cable System Match Your Type of Antenna or Cable Without a Cable 1. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional accessories not provided. 2. Plug in TViVCR's power cord. 3.
  • Page 28 Cable System W rth Cable Box Cable Required Cable from Unscramble All Channels Cable System Connect as shown. Cable Box This connection may require additional accessories not provided. _o_, Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box. 3. Turn to page 2 for "Setting Up the TV/VCR."...
  • Page 29 Connecting a VCR or Camcorder for Copying Tapes Tape Copying 1. Connect as shown. VCR (Playback Only) This connection requires additional accessories not provided. AN"r IN FROM 2. Plug in power cords of VCR and VHF/UHF VIDEO AUDIO TV/VCR. OUT TO TV Turn to page 22 for "Copying...
  • Page 30: Trouble Checks

    Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved L_)dleckmg a lew basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your TV/VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter. Trouble Here's what to try: No power i * Plug TV/VCR into an operating outlet.
  • Page 31: Trouble Checks

    Trouble Checks Trouble Here's what to try: • Timer not set. Press TIMER to set the TV/VCR for a timer recording. Timer recording not made or wrong program recorded • Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times). • Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin.
  • Page 32 Cleaning TV/VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuunl cleaner to dust your TV/VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes of the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes...
  • Page 33: Limited Warranty

    Illst lel_tal. What will • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repan your TV / VCR. • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option,...
  • Page 34: Index

    Index DISPLAY Button ......6,8,15 + and - 13uLLo_l_ .... 3,4,0,_, 10,12, J0,20,2 J and q) Buttons ....6,7,14,17 Displays, On-Screen ......Accessories, Included ......Editing Tapes ......EJ ECT, LOAD Button ...... 6,13 Adding Channels to Memory ....Adjusting the Video ......
  • Page 35: Index

    Index Signal l'ypc ......... SLEEP TIMER Menu ......L)n-ScL cL.ii Displays ......ONE TIME Timer Recording ....Sleep Timer Feature ......Operations SLOW Button ......6-7,14 Copy and Editing Tapes ....Slow Motion Playback ...... Play a Tape ......Solving Problems ......
  • Page 36 call toll-free in the U.S.A. 1-800-336-1900 It your 1Vi VCR needs service, plca_c,tmtact yL_u_duale_ _,_ 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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