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RCA VR673HF User Manual

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LJSER'S
(.. UIDE
Important Information ............. i
Table o fContents
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1
Hooking U p the VCR . ................ 2
Setting Up theVCR . ..................
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Using t heRemote Control
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Playing!
aTape . ......................
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Recording
aProgram ............. 23
References
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Index . ....................................
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  • Page 1 LJSER'S (.. UIDE Important Information ..... i Table o fContents ..... Hooking U p the VCR ....2 Setting Up theVCR ....Using t heRemote Control ..1 1 Playing! aTape ....... Recording aProgram ..... 23 References ......
  • Page 2 l _lM.eJllf f lg B.B J Important Information "WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS IHSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE 15ERSONNEL. To reduce the risk of _NOTOPEN fire or shock hazard, RISK_B..EC'II_SHOCK ITLot expose this VCR to This symbol...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    E&ting Tapes Controlling a TV Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Recording Audio Only Controlling a Cable Box or RCA DSS Satellite Receiver Reference.,; Controlling an RCA Auxiliary Component _ 16 Location of Controls Playing a Tape Front Panel...

  • Page 4: Hookup

    Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B). The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the t:wo and additional accessories may not be needed.

  • Page 5: Or Cable System Without Cable Box

    Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box Basic hookup.F " Fr:mAntenna or Cable Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TV.VCR button to watch the VCR.
  • Page 6 Cable System l r Lh Cable Box to Unscramble All Chanrmls Basic hookup..... Use this hookup for a simple connection From Cable which requires fewer accessories. Cable Box RF Co_al Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR Cable to either channel 3 or 4.
  • Page 7 C;]ble System Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels (suc_ as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-V',ew, etc.) Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection From Cable which requires fewer accessories. Cable RF Coaxial Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR Cable to either channel 3 or 4.

  • Page 8: Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes

    (>onnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Option A hookup. From Antenna, Cable Use this hookup for a simple connection or Cable Box which requires fewer accessories....playback VC,R - - -... IN FROM 1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 JOIT_N_IA and then modify with this connection.

  • Page 9: Stereo Amplifier/Receiver

    Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/Receiver Record on the VCR from Back of VCR amplifier/receiver. Connect your VCR to a stereo amplifier/ receiver to record stereo audio. IN FROM z,__ ANTENNA 1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through and then modify with this connection. OUT TO W Connect as shown.

  • Page 10: Check Accessories With Vcr

    Startup 1. Check accessories with VCR. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. ,.J'6"6 2 "AAA" Batteries Ov6_ RF Coaxial Cable (Stock No. 207417) Remote (Stock No. 221300) 2. Unsert batteries in remote. Oo°o°o 3. Turn on the Turn on the TV. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the GH3 GH4 switch on back of VCR.

  • Page 11: Place Channels In Vcr's Memory

    Startup 5. Place channels in the VCR's memory. Channels 2 through 13 including line input (L) are in the VCR's memory when you first turn it on. Pressing CHANNEL up or down stops on these channels. To get additional channels available on your antenna or cable system, you must use the Auto-Search...

  • Page 12: Use Tv*Vcr Button

    Sttartup 7. Use TV°VCR button. Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups. When using one of the basic hookups, the TV-VGR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or television channels. This button allows you to record a program on the VCR while watching...

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    _ _q! 11 iEl_( I ////U _t'_Ka/'_l/lm-"i'I/A Controlling a VCR The VCR's remote controls two compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE VCRs with the VGR1 and VGR2 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 14 CABLE VCR2.LD Used with POWER button to turn on VCR. VCR1 CABLE a compatible cable box or an RCA VCR2.LD satellite receiver. See page 15. PLAY Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan or GE VCR and sets remote to control...

  • Page 15: Index

    RCA satellite receiver (if connected)• Some buttons may not work with the cable box or RCA satellite receiver. For the RCA satellite receiver, you will want to test the other remote buttons to see which ones work with the satellite receiver.
  • Page 16 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 for another manufacturer's TV, enter the code that corresponds to your brand.

  • Page 17: Cable Box Or Rca Dss

    The CABLE button on the VCR's remote is preprogrammed to control either a compatible RCA cable box or an RCA DSS satellite receiver. If the cable box is another manufacturer's brand and it has its own remote, then you may be able to program the VCR's remote to control the cable box.

  • Page 18: Controlling An Rca Auxiliary Component

    If the component turns off, setup is complete. Type of Auxiliary Equipment and Code* AM/FM TAPE PHONO * The remote may not be able to control every RCA model of the auxiliary equipment listed. Operate auxiliary component After you have set up your remote to control your component,...

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions To, play a tape 1. Turn on the TV'and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TV's video input to see the picture from the VCR. 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. VCR automatically turns on. Tape automatically begins playback if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed...

  • Page 20: Using The Playback Features

    Using the Playback Features Auto Play Feature MAIN MENU This feature lets you tell the VCR whether you want it to automatically start Ptus+ Programming playing a tape that is inserted with the safety tab removed. Finer Programming Review Programs Channel Setup 1.

  • Page 21: Display Button

    Using Playback Features DISPLAY Button 5TOP D:3{]:00 1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV Press DISPLAY screen. Status Displays The time and date must be set before they are displayed. If you do not press DISPLAY again, this display will time out.

  • Page 22: Time Counter

    Using the Playback Features Time Counter The ti:me counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a.segment of a prerecorded tape. It helps locate the beginning or end of 0:30:00 programs you taped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from the VCR.

  • Page 23: Time Search

    Using the Playback Features Time Search The VCR will search forward or reverse the amount of time you select from the location you are on the tape. 1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP. TIME SEARCH Enter Search Time 2.

  • Page 24: Playback: Hi-Fi/Li N Ea R/Mix

    Using Playback Features Playback: HI.FI/LINEAR/MIX 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. MAIN tIENU Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track.

  • Page 25: 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 Express (XPR) Recording Recording While You're Away VCR Plus+ Recording Timer Recording Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Recording Broadcast...
  • Page 26 Recording While You're Away Select Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Viewing Channel (Required Only if All Channels Are Received From a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver) After you select the cable box or satellite receiver viewing channel, the VCR will automatically enter the o atput channel of your cable box or satellite receiver in the VCR PLUS+ and Timer Programming menus as the channel...
  • Page 27 Recording While You're Away (VCR Plus+* Recording) Plus+ Setup for Antenna or Unscrambled Cable Systems (Nlot Requiring a Cable Box) A VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned for each broadcast or cable channel. These numbers are listed in most publications that list PlusCode numbers.
  • Page 28 Recording While You're Away (VCR Plus+ Recording) The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program, make sure that: •...
  • Page 29 Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) The timer program and VCR Plus+ features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: • The clock is set correctly. •...

  • Page 30: Timer Recording From The

    g! tIllllll Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ and Timer Recordings Press MENU°PROG on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU on TV screen. MAIN MENU Plus+ Programming Press 3 for Review Programs. Timer Programming Review Programs Each entered program...

  • Page 31: Using Two Vcrs For Copyir_G

    Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.) Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have two compatible VCRs, use the AutoEdit feature described below. Turn on the TV and VCRs.

  • Page 32: Recording Broadcast Stereo Tv Or Sap

    Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program) Some 'IV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio language (SAP). The Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record. To record stereo broadcast TV or SAP...

  • Page 33: Recording Audio Only

    Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L and R) jacks on the back of the VCR. To record audio only (Refer to hookup on page 1. Press the INPUT button on remote until VIDEO appears on the TV screen and L appears...

  • Page 34: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Front Panel GI 22 2) Tape Compartment C_D _D Remote Sensor REC,XPR CHANNEL,TRACKING (Up or Down) Starts VCR recording. Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. Used for express recording (XPR). Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing.

  • Page 35: Back Panel

    Location of Controls Back Panel ............ IN FROM - ANTENNA 0UTPUT OUT TO IV L AUDIO J CH[_ VIDEO VIDEO and AUDIO R (right) and L (left) Mono CH3 CH4 Switch INPUT Jacks Selects the channel to which you will tune the Receives signal'_ h'om another component, like a...

  • Page 36: Display Panel

    Location of Controls Display Panel Tape Stereo Channel Number Speed Indicator or L (Line Input Indicator) Cassette-ln SLP STEREO • [_VCR ! FI, F_ P--IAMF_ F! t Lr' Lr L_ L_ L-_ Statue Time Counter Indicators Indicator or Time SRCH+ Forward search Cassette-in...

  • Page 37: Limited Wan'anty

    The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental. What we will 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,...

  • Page 38: Trouble Checks

    • Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV. See page 14. • Reprogram remote for RCA TV. See page 14...................... Remote no longer controls a compatible • Press TV to set lemote to control a compatible TV.
  • Page 39 Trouble Checks _,ouble Here's what to try: Tape already rewound. Rewind does not operate VCR Plus+ or timer recording not made • Wrong VCR Plus+ code entered. or wrong program recorded • Cable box or satellite receiver was not turned on when recording 'was to begin.

  • Page 40: Specifications

    Specifications Format: Video: 4-Head Record/Playback Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback system System: EIA standard: NTSC color Video Signal System: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined Antenna: antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) AutoProgramming frequency synthesis...

  • Page 41: Index

    Index Search, Time .......... 23 Index Search .......... 20 Accessories, Included ......8 Search, Time Counter ......20 Add or Remove Channels ..... 9 INPUT Button ......12,26,29-31 Sensor, Remote ........34 ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu ..9 Inserting/Removing a Tape ....17 Set "vCR Clock Feature ......
  • Page 42 ® nc l For your nearest Home Entertainment Dealer or Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the U.S.A. 1-800-336-1900 Canadian Consumers Your toll free numbers are: English: 1-800-522-0338 French: 1-800-522-0445 If you would like a copy of this manual in French, please follow the instructions below: Si un livret d'instructions...

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