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RCA VR653HF User Manual

RCA VR653HF User Manual

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VIDEO
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  • Page 1 USER'S GUIDE VIDEO CASSETTE...
  • 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 QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, DO NOT OPEN do not expose this VCR This symbol indicates "dangerous to rain or moisture.
  • Page 3 Front Panel Controlling a TV Back Panel Controlling a Cable Box or Display Panel 44-45 Satellite Receiver Specifications Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component_ Cleaning the VCR Playing a Tape •Limited Warranty Operating Instructions Trouble Checks 48-50 Using the Playback Features...

  • Page 4: Satellite Receiver

    Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through 7 are _tivided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B and C). The basic hookups show the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.
  • Page 5 Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. From Antenna or Cable 300/75 Ohm O__R '-" Back of VCR ..... Adapter Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.
  • Page 6 Cable System W_[thCable Box to Unscramble All Channels Basic hookup. Use this hookup foy a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. From Cable. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR 1° to either channel 3 or 4. RF Coax,a_ Back of VCR You will tune the TV to this channeI and use the ..
  • Page 7 (such asHBO, S howUme, Pay-Per-_Fmw, etc.) Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to eitherchannel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TVoVCR button to watch the VCR.
  • Page 8 Satellite Receiver Position Satellite Receiver Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the receiver. The slots on top of the receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components.
  • Page 9 Satellite Rece er Advanced hookup with From From basic receiver. Cable, Cable Satellite or Antenna Dish Use this hookup if your TV has audio/video Back of Satellite Receiver jacks your receiver has one set of AUDIO/VIDEO jacks. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back mm_=am _rt _o_...

  • Page 10: Connecting Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes

    Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Option A hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which From Antenna, Cable requires fewer accessories. or Cable Box 1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through and then modify with this connection. VIDEO Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

  • Page 11: Startup

    Startup 1. Check accessories with VCR. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. <* -0 O- -0_ ÷ 4 "AAA" Batteries RF Coaxial Cable (Stock No. 221396) Q®® <> _-0 Power Cord (Stock No. 218104) Remote (Stock No. 231546) 2.

  • Page 12: Turn On The Vcr.

    Startup 4. Turn on the _lurn on the IV. If you used one of the 0asic hookups, tm_e the IV to me channel selected with the CH3 OH4 switch on back of VCR. If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV's video input.
  • Page 13 Startup 7. Use SETUP menu to auto channel search and auto clock set. Follow the steps on the screen to auto channel search and automatically set the clock*. If the SET TIME ZONE or SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen appears, follow step A or B below. If the SETUP menu appears, skip to step C.

  • Page 14: Manual Clock Set

    Startup Manual clock set. If the AUTO GLOGK SE] was unsuccessful: A. Press.1 to display the SETTIME AND DATE screen. B. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the remote. • Press 0 before single-digit numbers. Example: press 0, then S, then 0, then 7 for MAIN MENU...
  • Page 15 Startup 1(1 Add or remove channels from the VCR's memory. MAIN MENU PLus+ Timer Recordings You may want to add or remove channels if some of Time the channels are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want to watch them. CHANNELS We recommend channels be placed in memory...
  • Page 16 Startup 11. Select a language./Choisissez langue. RAIN RENU You can select the language for the displays on the PLus+ Timer Recordings VCR. T_me ChanneLs A. Press MENUoPROG on the remote to see the VCR Setup PrefePences MAIN MENU on the TV screen. B.
  • Page 17 Startup 13_ Set Auto TV/VCR feature. If you used one of the basic hookups and did not connect the audio/video jacks of the VCR to the TV, leave the Auto TV/VCR feature set to ON. If you have connected your VCR using the audio/video input of your TV, you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically and interrupting...
  • Page 18 VCR. Used with PWR button to turn on another brand of cable box or SAT,CABL_ VCR2,DVD receiver, other than RCA, when the Turns on a compatible RCA, remote is programmed to control ProScan, or GE VCR and sets ©...
  • Page 19 Some buttons inay not work with every cable box or receiver. If you have an compatible RCA brand receiver, test the "TV Function Buttons" tO see which ones operate the receiver. CHAN Up or Down PWR (Power)
  • Page 20 Using VCR2oDVD Button Controlling a VCR The VCR's remote controls two compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE VCRs with the VCR1 and VCR2,DVD 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 21 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 setup to control other manufacturer's brands. To program the remote, use the remote buttons that correspond to your brand.
  • Page 22 Receiver The SAT.CABLE button on the VCR's remote is preprogrammed to control either a compatible RCA cable box or satellite receiver. If your cable box or receiver is another manufacturer's brand and has its own remote, you will probably be able to...
  • Page 23 [ DSS i Tape2 !DVD 005 i t 008 I 010 *The remote may not be able to control every RCA model of auxiliary equipment listed. Operate the Auxiliary Component After you have setup your remote to control your component,...

  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions To Play a Tape Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TV's video input to see the picture from the VCR. Insert a tape in the VCR. VCR automatically turns on. The cassette-in indicator lights, and the VCR indicator lights if the Auto TV/VCR feature...

  • Page 25: Auto Play Feature

    Using Playback Features Tape 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 stereo sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track.
  • Page 26 Using the Playback Features Pause for Stop Action This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Stop action works best for tapes recorded in the SP and SLP speed. 1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.
  • Page 27 Using Playback Features Picture Search You can search a picture during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. The picture is best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed. Fast Forward Search 1.
  • Page 28 Using Playback Features Index Search The VCR has a "VHS Index Search System" that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you stop and start recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks.
  • Page 29 Using Playback Features Go-To Search The g_to search feature allows you to locate a counter reading on the tape. 1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP. 2. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the GO-TO SEARCH menu on the TV screen. GO-TO SEARCH Current...
  • Page 30 Using the Playback Features DISPLAY Button Press DISPLAY to display the status of 1° the VCR, channel number, station ID (if available), lime counter, title of program STOP CH 05 '0:30:00 WAB¢ (if available), date, time, and tape speed S_tus Displays on the TV screen.
  • Page 31 Using Playback Features Program Information Some stations broadcast program h_formation along with the program. When this information is available, it will be displayed automatica.lly when you press the DISPLAY STOP 0:30:00 button. WABC Press DISPLAY to display the status displays on the TV screen.
  • Page 32 Recording Playback COMMERCIALP*ADVANCE is a patented technology that detects and marks most commercials your tape for any recording that is more than 15 minutes long. During playback, the VCR automatically skips the detected commercial segments or you can choose to manually skip them.
  • Page 33 Recording and Playback To Select a Background for Playback 1. Press MENU,PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU. PREFERENCES Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu. 1 Remote Control: VCR1 Auto PLay: Auto TV/VCR: Press 7 to select CA Display: BLUE or VIDEO. Front PaneL: AUTO...
  • Page 34 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 VCR Plus+ Recording Timer Recording Express (XPR) Recording Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program) Recording Audio Only Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes...
  • Page 35 Basic Recording - Operating Instructions To Make a Recording Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV's video input channel. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The cassette-in indicator ) lights in the VCR's display panel.
  • Page 36 Recording While You're Away (VCR Plus+* Recording) Plus+ Setup for Antenna or Unscrambled Cable Systems (Not 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 37 Plus+TM Channel Worksheet Use this worksheet to create a list from which you can set up your VCR Plus+ channel list. Broadcast or Cable TV VCR Plus+ Channel Number You Station Name Channel Number* Receive This Station On** (Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.) (See Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Chart) [ *Check your local listing for VCR Plus+ channel numbers assigned...
  • Page 38 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 39 Recording While You're Away (Timer 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 setting the timer, make sure that: • The clock is set correctly. •...
  • Page 40 Recording While You're Away Check, Edit, or Clear a VCR Plus+ or Timer Recording Press MENU,PROG on remote to display VCR MAIN RAIN MENu MENU on TV screen. PLus+ Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. 3. Press 2 for Review Existing Progs. feature. TIRER RECORDINGS The first program...
  • Page 41 Express Recording (XPR) Express recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR will turn off automatically at the end of the recording. _I, _1-1 I-I1-1 J_ Fm-- _'" _'¢ C U,' _1I.I, U 121 "...
  • Page 42 Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program) Some TV 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 43 Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L MONO and R) jacks on the back or front of the VCR. Any video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only. To Record Audio Only...
  • Page 44 Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L MONO and R) jacks on the back or front of the VCR. Any video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only.
  • Page 45 Using VCRs for Copying Editing Tapes Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 8.) Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have two compatible VCR's, use the AutoEdit feature described below. Turn on the TV and VCRs.
  • Page 46 Location of Controls Front Panel Tape Compartment <X> Control Door Open Remote Sensor PAUSE AUDIO (L'MONO and R) and VIDEO IN Jacks Pauses action for viewing during playback. Receives audio and video signals from Pauses recording to prevent recording unwanted scenes.
  • Page 47 Location of Controls Back Panel VtDEO AUDIO VIDEO and AUDIO (R and L MONO) IN Jacks CH3 CH4 Switch Receives signals from another component, Like Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR these jacks..Use INPUT to select L1 in the using one of the basic hookups.
  • Page 48 Location of Controls Display Panel (continued) Channel Number or Tape Speed Line Indicator Cassette-in Indicator Indicator Indicator HIFI _=--=] STEREO • PE,__ Ij-l. J-I I--IAM ! Lt' LI LI U J-_ Time or Time Counter Status Indicators Rewind Cassette-in Indicator (_) SRCH + Forward search Lights when a tape is in the VCR.
  • Page 49 Specifications Format: Video: 4-Head Record/Playback System: Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback system EIA standard: N_SC color Video Signal System: Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner:. USA: "181channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) Type: Autoprogramming frequency synthesis...
  • Page 50 What 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 51 • Aim remote at component with no objects between them. • Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed. • Reprogram remote to 000 to operate compatible RCA brand satellite receiver. • Change batteries. • Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote to reset it.
  • Page 52 Trouble Checks Trouble Here's what to try: Time counter not working • The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again. •...
  • Page 53 Trouble Checks Trouble Here's what to try: ..Stereo or SAP sound not recorded • Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to STEREO to record broadcast stereo. See page 40. • Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to SAP to record SAP on the linear track.
  • Page 54 Questions and Answers About COMMERCIAL ADVANCE Question Answer Will commercials be scanned through only on Yes. The VCR does not rewind and mark commercial segments until after playback of recordings? recording is finished. How fast does the COMMERCIALI_ADVANCE In'SLP tape speed, a 3-minute commercial break is scanned through in VCR scan through the commercial breaks? approximately 8-12 seconds.
  • Page 55 VCR ....Information, Program ....INPUT Button ..16,36,38,41,42,43,44 Controlling an Auxiliary Auto Play Feature ....22,23 Auto TV/VCR Feature ... 15,22 RCA Component ....m j__ AutoEdit Feature ....Copying and Editing Tapes ..Copying Tape, Connections ..Automatic Tracking ....
  • Page 56 Index VCR Plus+ Recording ..34-36 Editing ..... OUT TO TV Connector ..3-8,44 From Video Input .... Setting ...... Safety Precautions ....Stopping ....SAP Indicator ....40,45 TIMER RECORDINGS Menu ...36,37,38 PAUSE Button ..16-17,24,32,42,43 SAP, Recording ....TRACKING Up and Down Pause for Stop Action ....
  • Page 57 For your nearest 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 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.