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RCA T090802 User Manual

RCA T090802 User Manual

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  • Page 1 USER'S UIDE TV/VCR...
  • Page 2 Important Information WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING To reduce the risk of fire or shock RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. DO NOT OPEN hazard, do not expose this...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Time Counter Important Information Memory Stop Warning True Repeat Feature Cautions Block Repeat Feature Note to Cable TV Installer Product Registration Recording a Program Setting Up the TV/VCR Recording Features Recording Speeds Startup Recording Pause Check Parts Included With TV/VCR...

  • Page 4: Check Parts Included With Tv/Vcr

    Startup 1. Check parts included with TV/VCR combination. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. TV/VCR combination Remote Antenna Control DC car cord and AC cord Antenna Adapter (300-75 Ohm)

  • Page 5: Connect Antenna Or Cable Tv System

    Startup 2. Insert batteries in the remote control shown. Place your TV/VCR on a stable surface. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the TV/VCR, take care in selecting a stable surface or a strong steady stand a location where...

  • Page 6: Set The Signal Type

    Startup Set the Signal Type. The first step in programming your TV/VCR is to select the signal source. A. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. Then press CH • or • until Setup is highlighted. Press VOL+ or - to display the Setup menu. From the Setup menu, using the VOL- or VOL+ buttons, select Antenna if your TV/VCR is connected to an antenna, or, depending on what type of cable you have, select Cable STD, Cable HRC or Cable IRC.

  • Page 7: Add Or Remove Channels From

    Startup or remove channels from TV/VCR's memory. You may want to add or remove channels if some of them are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want them in your channel memory. A channel that has been removed can still be selected by pressing number...

  • Page 8: Set The Time And Date (Clock)

    Startup Time Date (Clock). To record programs or to use the sleep timer, must set the date and time (clock). A. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. Then press the CHv button until Time Set is highlighted. Press VOL+ to display...

  • Page 9: View The Demonstration Mode

    Startup 11. View demonstration mode. The demonstration [node displays all on-screen menus programmable features. A. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. Then press the CHw button until Setup is highlighted press VOL+ or - to display the VCR Setup menu.
  • Page 10 Buttons PICTURE CH • and • (Channel up and down) Selects custom or standard picture Selects next higher or lower channel settings. in channel memory. Selects and adjusts features and functions when menus are on-screen. PLAY Plays a tape. CLEAR POWER Allows to change...

  • Page 11: On-Screen Displays

    Using the TVNCR Features On-Screen Displays When you change channels, adjust volume or use a VCR feature, an on-screen display will appear to alert you of the TV/VCR's status. To Access Main Menu 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu.

  • Page 12: Adjust The Video

    Using the TVNCR Features Adjust Video Use the VIDEO menu to adjust the picture to suit your personal preferences. The TV/VCR will remember the settings you select. To Adjust Video 1. Press MENU on the remote, then press the CHv orAbutton until Video is highlighted.

  • Page 13: Closed Captioning

    Using the TVNCR Features Closed Captioning The closed captioning feature displays the audio of a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to anyone is hearing impaired, anyone wants to watch a program without sound or anyone wants to see a program's translations.

  • Page 14: Sleep Timer

    Using the TVNCR Features Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR off after 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120,240 or 360 minutes. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu. 2. Press CHv orAuntil Setup is highlighted and then press VOL+ or - to display the Setup menu.

  • Page 15: On/Off Timer

    Using the TVNCR Features On/Off Timer The timer turns the TV/VCR on at a desired time. You can set it to wake you up in the morning or to come on when a favorite program is about to start. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu.

  • Page 16: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions To Play a Tape Safety Tab When you insert a tape in the TV/VCR, the TV/VCR automatically turns on. The channel and mode indicators, time counter and tape speed displays appear momentarily when you insert a tape. The tape automatically begins to play if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed.

  • Page 17: The Playback Features

    Using Playback Features Pause This feature pauses the tape and allows to examine the details the scene. Pause works best for tapes recorded in SLP speed. Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to pause the action. To prevent excessive wear, the TV/VCR will automatically...
  • Page 18 Using Playback Features Time Counter The time counter helps locate the beginning or end of programs E 00:00:00 taped. The time counter automatically resets to 00:00:00 each time tape is inserted. 1. While a tape is playing, press DISPLAY twice to continuously display the time counter in the upper left corner of the screen.
  • Page 19 Using Playback Features Setting True Repeat Feature This feature tells the TV/VCR to automatically rewind and replay a tape after it has played to the end. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu; press CHv orAuntil VCR Setup is highlighted; press VOL + or - to display True Repeat the VCR Setup menu.
  • Page 20 Using the Playback Features Setting Block Repeat Feature This feature tells the TV/VCR to play a tape (or a "block" of part of the tape) from one to ten times or endlessly. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu; press CHv VCR Setup orAuntil VCR Setup is highlighted;...

  • Page 21: Recording Features

    Recording Features Recording Speeds Press SPEED to select a recording speed. Recording Time Cassette T-120 2Hrs 6Hrs 4Hrs T-160 2Hrs 40Min 8Hrs 5Hrs 20Min • SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording, which is the reason that most pre-recorded rental tapes are recorded in SP. Tape Speed Indicator Fewer programs can be recorded on a tape in SP mode.

  • Page 22: Types Of Recordings

    Types of Recordings Your TV/VCR provides different ways to record which are explained in the following sections: Basic Recording One-Touch Recording Recording at a Later Time (timer recording) Video Dubbing (copying editing tapes) Basic Recording Recording TV programs as you watch STD 16 / Record Insert...

  • Page 23: Recording

    One.Touch Recording One-Touch Recording lets you record up to four hours or to the end of the tape without programming the timer. You can begin recording immediately. The TV/VCR will stop automatically at the end of the recording. Using One-Touch Recording 1.

  • Page 24: Timer Recording

    Recording at a Later Time (timer recording) Timer recording lets you program the TV/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. Setting a Timer Recording Press MENU on the remote to display the main menu;...

  • Page 25: Timer Recording

    Recording at a Later Time (timer recording) Setting a Timer Recording (cont.) After you have set your recording, press MENU three times to return to normal viewing. Turn off the TV before time to record. The REC indicator on the TV's front panel will light when a timer recording has begun.

  • Page 26: Video Dubbing

    Video Dubbing (copying and editing tapes) Use another VCR or camcorder as the playback VCR and the TV/VCR as the recording VCR. {Refer to page 29 to connect your TV/VCR to another VCR or camcorder before attempting video dubbing.) Press LINE IN on the remote control of the TV/VCR.

  • Page 27: Front Panel

    Front Panel POWER STOP/EJECT • • © "t- © 0000 remote sensor indicator lights REC indicator CH • and • (Channel up and down) Lights when a recording is in progress. Selects next higher or lower channel in the TV/VCR's channel memory.

  • Page 28: Power Supply

    Connecting the TVNCR to a power supply the provided cords for operation on AC power or DC power. Connect as shown. CAUTION: NEVER WATCH TV/VCR WHILE DRIVING. DC car cord information: • Your vehicle must have a 12 volt or 24 volt, negative-ground electrical system. •...
  • Page 29 Connecting Antennas or Cable Systems without Cable VHF/UHF Dipole Antenna VH F/U H F Antenna Follow these steps to connect a VHF/UHF dipole antenna to your TV/VCR. Do not connect this type of antenna if you plan to connect a different type of indoor or outdoor antenna or cable system.
  • Page 30 Connecting Cable Systems To connect cable system without a cable No cable box is required. Connect as shown. Cable This connection may require additional accessories not provided. Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box. 3. See "Setting Up the TV/VCR" on page 3. To connect a cable system...
  • Page 31 Connecting a VCR or Camcorder for Video Dubbing (copying and editing tapes) To connect a VCR video dubbing VCR (Playback Only) 1. Connect as shown. This connection requires additional ANT. IN FROM accessories not provided. VHF/UHF VIDEO AUDIO 2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV/VCR. TO TV 3CH.4 3.
  • Page 32 Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your TV/VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter. Problem Solution No power • Plug TV/VCR into an operating outlet.
  • Page 33 Trouble Checks Problem Solution Timer recording not made or wrong program • Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times). recorded • Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin, or was on the wrong channel. • Power interruption. •...
  • Page 34 Care and Cleaning • Do not place the TV/VCR near extremely hot cold humid or dusty places • If moving the TV/VCR from a cold area to a warm area moisture may develop inside the unit If this happens unplug the power cord and allow the TV/VCR to reach room temperature before playing a tape This is especially important when using this unit in a vehicle where temperature changes can be dramatic •...
  • Page 35 • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your TV/VCR • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter for the new or at our option rebuilt replacement parts required to repair your TV/VCR you get service: •...
  • Page 36 For your nearest Authorized Servicenter call toll-flee in the USA. 1-800-336-1900 Canadian Consumers Your toll-flee numbers are. English: 1-800-522-0338 French: 1-800-522-0445 If your product needs service, please contact your dealer the nearest servicenter Dom the Yellow Pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis...

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