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VCR's features and how to use them. Universal Remote Control Description: The VCR's remote control can operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs with no additional steps and can control many other remote-controllable devices with just a few programming steps.
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Introduction Pro-Tect Plus Locking Description: Protects preprogrammed VCRs from frustrating recording accidents or interruptions from children. !I C Requirements: Set the VCR to Lock by pressing and holding the POWER button on the remote control for six seconds. "SAFE" will appear on the VCR front panel.
Table Contents Product Registration ......................Introduction ..........................Key Features Overview ......................Connections & Setup ......................Things to Consider Before Connecting Components ............Cable Considerations ......................Choose Your Connection ...................... Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the VCR to a TV .........."rv + VCR ..........................
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General VCR Problems ....................Recording Problems ...................... Playback Problems ......................Front Panel ........................... Display Panel ........................Back Panel ..........................RCA VCR Limited Warranty ....................Specifications ........................Cleaning the VCR ........................ How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel ..............Advanced Connection ......................
Chapter Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before Connecting • Choosing Your Connection • Making Connections • Why You Should Connect with Audio/Video Jacks • Navigating On-Screen Menus • Completing the QuickSet Guide • Basic Recording Changing Entertainment.
Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before Connecting Components Protect Components From Power Surges • Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. • Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.
Connections & Setup VCR to a TV Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the This graphic shows the RF coaxial cable supplied with your VCR. This will be the cable used for the basic connections represented in this chapter. Notes: To hear stereo sound, you will need to purchase Audio/Video (A/V) RF Coaxial Cable...
Connections & Setup TV(backpanel) ® S-VIOED From Cable orAntenna TV + VCR Note: Your television back panel may not look exactly like the Need Some Help? model shown here. If you prefer, we can Connect the VCR to the TV provide you with the name of an Authorized supplied...
Connections & Setup VIDEO AUDIO L/MOND CABL_ S-VIDEO ANT. 114 RFOUT SATELLITE RECEIVER IN FROM ANT °+ SATELLITE VIDEO From orTVAntenna Satellite TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver Note: Your television and/or satellite receiver back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. Connect the VCR to the TV Need Some Help?
Connections & Setup VIDEO R AUDIO L/MO_O CABL_ ANTENNA $-VIOEO ANT. IN RFOUT CABLEBOX IN FROMANT Ge:°\e From Cable Feed TV + VCR + Cable Box Note: Your television and/or cable box back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. Need Some Help? Connect the VCR to the TV...
Turn on the TV and VCR Turn on the TV and press the VCR button on the remote control to turn it on. Note: If you have an RCA, GE, or Proscan TV, your VCR's remote control may be able to operate it without being programmed.
Connections & Setup Using the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen Menus The technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on-screen menus. The theory is the same for all the menu screens; use the corresponding number button on the remote control select it.
Connections & Setup VCR Basics Once your initial settings are complete, you can begin using your VCR. In order to begin, you must first understand some basic concepts. Playing a Tape Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (03, 04, or the video line input). Insert a tape in the VCR.
Chapter Using the VCR's Menu System Chapter Overview: • Setting Up the VCR's Preferences • Using On-Screen Menus • Cable Box Setup • Setting Time and Date • Setting VCR Preferences Changing Entertainment. ain.
Using On-Screen Menus Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up Features You set up many of the VCR's features by using the menu system as discussed in the previous chapter. Each feature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section as well as a few other features you should set up to get the most out of your VCR.
Using On-Screen Menus If "ALL Channels" is selected, enter the output channel of the cable box CABLE SETUP (usually 03 or 04), or if A/V jacks connect the VCR to the TV, press the what channel does receive signals INPUT button on the VCR's remote control. from cable box?
Using On-Screen Menus Changing the Signal Type This feature is useful if your cable signal goes out; it allows you to switch to a regular antenna for alternate television reception. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU Press 3 to choose CHANNELS.
Using On-Screen Menus Time and Date Your VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date; manually or by using the Auto Clock Set feature. Using Auto Clock Set enables the time to be updated when the VCR is turned off. It updates information by using data carried in certain broadcaster's signals.
Using On-Screen Menus Setting the Time Zone Press MENU 1o display the VCR MAIN MENU. Press 2 to display the TIME menu. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen. Select your time zone. TIME ZONE What your Time Zone? If you select "Automatic"...
Option Some universal remote controls can operate up to two VCRs. If you have a universal remote control with this ability, your RCA VCR can be controlled with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button. See the documentation that came with your universal remote control for details about programming it to control your RCA VCR.
Using On-Screen Menus Auto TV/VCR To control whether the TV/VCR setting changes automatically to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned on, use the Auto TV/VCR setting. To Access the Auto TV/VCR Menu: In the PREFERENCES menu, press 3 to repeatedly to toggle between Auto TV/VCR: ON and OFF.
Using On-Screen Menus Tape-Speed Recording Speeds SP (Standard Play) You can choose a preferred tape speed for recording; either Standard Play (SP) Gives the best quality recording, or Super Long Play (SLP). The speed selected appears in the VCR's display panel fewer programs can be...
Chapter Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote to Operate Other TVs • How To Use the Remote After You've Programmed Changing gain.
VCR. If you have compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan TV, you may be able to control it without having to program the remote. If you have another brand of TV, your VCR's remote control may be able to operate it once it has been programmed.
Reduces picture "jitter" during play-pause mode. Puts the remote control in TV-operating mode. This button will automatically turn on most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs. TV/VCR Toggles the VCR between TV and VCR-viewing modes. Puts the remote control in VCR-operating mode.
The remote control that came with your VCR can be programmed to operate most brands of remote-controllable TVs and should already control most RCA, GE, and Proscan models without programming. Do You Need to Program the Remote? To determine whether...
Chapter Using the VCR's Features Chapter Overview: • Recording • Express Recording (XPR) • Timer Recordings • Broadcast Stereo or Second Audio Program (SAP) • Audio Only Recording • Copying and Editing Tapes Changing Entertainment. Again.
Features Recording Features Your VCR provides several ways to capture programming: Recording lets you press one button to record a program. Express Recording (XPR) allows recording to start while a program is being watched. This feature automatically stops recording after a designated period of time.
Features Timer Recording You can program up to eight different broadcasts to be recorded. Notes- In order for a timer recording to work: The VCR's clock must be set correctly. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place and enough tape to record the program.
Features Reviewing and Clearing Programs Program (One time) To review programs that you have already set up: Channel CabLe Start Time 12:00 Press the MENU button to display the VCR Main Menu. Time 01:30 Start Date 11/16/01 Press the 1 button to choose TIMER RECORDINGS.
Features Copying and Editing Tapes Using Two VCRs CABLEBOXor ANTENNA"_ Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. Turn on the TV and VCRs. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 03, 04, or the TV's Video Line Input).
Features Picture Search Options The basic way to search during playback is using the remote control's FORWARD or REVERSE buttons (FWD and REV on the VCR). This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. Forward and Reverse Search Insert Tape: Don't forget to insert a recorded...
Features Index Search The VCR has a "XqASIndex Search System" that automatically records index marks on the tape every time you start a recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are at on the tape.
Features Pro-Tect Plus" Locking Feature To disable VCR usage or to protect set timer recordings, the unit can be locked so that the buttons on the VCR or remote control don't work. • To lock: Press and hold either the remote control's ON-OFF or VCR button until SAFE appears in the display to indicate Pro-Tect Plus is active.
Features On-Screen Displays Pressing the INFO button displays the status of the VCR (Stop, Play Record, etc.) as well as the channel number, time counter position, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. Note: The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. Press the INFO button to show the on-screen displays.
Features Audio Set-Up Features AUDIO Reception: STEREO Your VCR's audio setup features affect both tape playback and recordings. Tape Ptayback: HI-FI features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu. To Display the Audio Menu: Press the MENU button to bring up the VCRMAINMEN{£ Exit Press 6 to choose AUDIO.
Chapter Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Front, Rear, and Display Panel Diagram • Warranty Information • Finding the TV's Video Line Input • Advanced Connection Using A/V Jacks and Cables • Specifications • Care and Cleaning • Index Changing Entertainment.
Other Information Troubleshooting Tips In this section, you will find answers to common recording, playback, and general VCR questions. Consulting with this section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions. General VCR Problems No power • Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet.
Other Information Recording Problems Will not record • Make sure there is a recordable tape in the VCR. • Eject then reinsert the tape. • Make sure the tape is not broken. • Make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. •...
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Other Information Streaks in picture during normal playback • Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down for the best picture. Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out. Time counter not working or time counter not working...
Other Information Front Panel AUDIO (LEFT and RIGHT) and VIDEO In Jacks Receives signals from another component (like another VCR or camcorder) when connected to the VCR using A/V jacks. Use the INPUT button to select L2 to record from these jacks (L1 indicates the rear panel A!V jacks being active). CHANNEL TRACKING Up and Down Adjusts the image quality by removing picture "noise"...
Other Information Display Panel Clock/Counter Displays current time, time counter, tape speed, or channel numbers when switching channels. FUNCTION DISPLAYS: The VCR is turned off. EJEC A tape is being ejected. A tape is fast-f__)rwarding The V('R is turned on. PLAY A tape is in playback mode.
Other Information ANT. IN RFOUT Back Panel CH. 3/4 switch Determines the channel to which the TV must be tuned in order to see the VCR's picture. Not used when connecting the VCR to the TV using A/V cables. AUDIO (LEFT and RIGHT) and VIDEO IN jacks Receives signals from another component, such as another VCR or camcorder, when connected...
• Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR. Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR.
The video line input for TVs varies by brand and model. Below are some steps to try to find your TV's video line input: RECORD STOP PAUSE If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or Proscan, press the TV button on the VCR's remote control, then press the INPUT button. INFO CRAN SEARCH...
Other Information Advanced Connection TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver - Using A/V and RF Coaxial Cables Note: Your satellite receiver and television back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. This connection can also be used for a cable box. Connect the VCR to the TV 1°...
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Index ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen L1 indicator Date and time setting ANTENNA button L2 indicator Design specifications Audio LANGUAGE menu Display panel playback type 40 Displays, on screen Locking feature selecting Audio features, set up 40 AUDIO IN jacks AUDIO menu Audio/Video (A/V) jacks 17, 45, 47...
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Index Signal type changing REC display selecting Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP connecting SLOW display feature 34, 40 VCR indicator 22, 34, 46 Slow motion RECORD button 13, 32, 34, 45 VCR MAIN MENU Specifications Recording 16, 19, 20, 21, 40 Speed basic SLP 23 VCR viewing channel 11, 13...
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