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- Page 2 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove RISK O F ELECTRIC cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer reduce the risk of fire or shock SHOCK DONOT OPEN servicing to qualified service personnel. hazard, do not expose this product WARNING to rain or moisture.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
First Things First ..............Setting Up the VCR .............. Using the Menus to Set Up Features ............. Language ..................Cable Box Setup ................VCR Channels List ............... To Auto Channel Search ............To Change the Signal Type ............ To Add or Remove Channels .......... - Page 4 Recording Broadcast Stereo T Vor SAP (Second A udioProgram).. 34 Recording AudioOnly............Playing Back AudioOnly............Using TwoVCRs f orCopying andEditing Tapes ......Using Dual R emote w ithAutoEdit ......... Program the Remote ............Testing the Remote ................Programming the Remote ..............Operating Components ..............
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Page 5: First Things First
NAME ROGER,,, FIRST FmRST THroNGS and I wrote this User's Guide. It's my job to see that have a rewarding user manual experience. You'll find that I've arranged this manual to clearly explain all your VCR's features. READ FIRST THREE SECTIONS first three sections... - Page 6 STEP UNPACK WHAT'S The following items come packed in the box: • • Remote control • RF antenna cable STEP INSTALL BATTERIES REMOTE CONTROL Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your VCR remote. Remove the cover of the battery compartment.
- Page 7 STEP 5: TUNE Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing channel channel 3 or 4 or the TV's video input. If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors with RF antenna cable, set the 3CH.4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4--the channel...
- Page 8 If you choose to set up the VCR options individually, then go to the next section. If you ever need to manually enter setup. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. Press 5 to display the Setup menu QuickSet Guide 8"...
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Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr
SET-UP FEATURES This section details features included in the QuickSet Guide (see previous section), as well as several additional ones. SETTING • Select a Language • Up for a Cable • Set upVCR Channel List (Auto Channel Search) ¥ • SetTime Zone and Daylight... -
Page 10: Using The Menus To Set Up Features
USING MENUS FEATURES You can set up features by using the menu system. Each feature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section as well as a few others you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR. LANGUAGE Select your preferred language,... -
Page 11: Cable Box Setup
CABLE SETUP This setup appliesonly when allchannels are receivedthrough the cable box, PressMENU to displaythe VCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU Timer Recordings Time Channels 5 Setup Preferences 7 Audio Language Exit Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu, CHANNELS Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type:... -
Page 12: Vcr Channels List
If you selected ALL channels, enter the output channel of your cable box, usually 03, 04, or video line input and press MENU. CABLE SETUP CABLE SETUP what channel does will receive signals cable box? receive signals from from cable (usually Video) channel... -
Page 13: To Change The Signal Type
3. Press 1 todisplay theAUTOCHANNEL S EARCH menu. AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH What type signal using? Cable Antenna Cancel Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options. Choices one and two are self-explanatory. If you choose Detect Automatically, the VCR automatically detects which signal system you have attached to your VCR. -
Page 14: To Add Or Remove Channels
To Add or Remove Channels You may want to add or remove channels after you Auto Channel Search, especially if some of the channels have weak signals or you don't want to watch them. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. -
Page 15: Set The Time Zone
Set the T ime Zone Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU 2 Timer Recordings 3 Time Channels 5 Setup Preferences 7 Audio Language Exit Press 3 to display the TIME menu. TIME Auto Clock Set: Time Zone 4 Set Daylight... -
Page 16: Set Daylight Savings
Set Daylight Savings Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. Press 3 to display the TIME menu. Press 4 to display the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS Does your area observe Daylight Savings Time from April October? Yes. observed _-':: Jill.i|... -
Page 17: Set The Time And Date Manually
TIME DATE MANUALLY If the Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful, set the clock through the menu option. The Auto Clock Set feature is set to OFF automatically when you set the clock this way. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. -
Page 18: Vcr Plus+ Channels
PLUS+ CHANNELS Two-DigitVCR Plus+ Channel Using VCR Plus+ can make programming timer recordings for cable Numbers Cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time right now (USA List) to set up a channel list. A worksheet and abbreviated codes for typical American... -
Page 19: Vcr Plus+ Worksheet
PLUS+ WORKSHEET Broadcast VCR Plus+ Channel Channel Number Cable.TV Station Number* You Receive Two-DigitVCR Plus+ Channel Name Station Numbers for Cable (Canadian List) ESPN Allarcom Pay Television/ Superchannel Arts & Entertainment Cable News Network_Headline News Cable News Network Canadian Home Shopping Network Canal... -
Page 20: Additional Set Up Features In The Preferences Menu
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up. REMOTE VCRI/VCR2 OPTION The VCR's remote controls two compatible ProScan, RCA, or GE VCRs. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to the VCR1 button without being programmed. -
Page 21: Auto Play
PREFERENCES PREFERENCES Auto Play: 2 Auto Play: 3 Auto TV/VCR: 3 Auto TV/VCR: EnergySaver: 2:00 EnergySaver: 2:00 Front Panel: BRIGHT Front Panel: BRIGHT Tape Speed: 6 Tape Speed: Exit Exit The VCR will only respond to the VCR2 button. To change the remote setting back to VCR1, display the PREFERENCES menu, press 1, and then press the VCR1 button on the remote. -
Page 22: Energysaver
ENERGYSAVER By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of inactivity. Press 4 to change the time delay, or to disable the feature. • OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off. • 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or three hours of inactivity. -
Page 23: Vcr Basics
LEARN BASICS STARTED TheseVCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying yourVCR. Learning remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that. However, there are other features that enhance the enjoyment of your VCR, but they aren't necessary... -
Page 24: Remote Buttons
- TRACKING ÷ EDIT FR.ADV TV Turns on a compatible ProScan, RCA or GE TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Also used with the ON .OFF button to turn on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the TV. -
Page 25: Vcr Function Buttons
FUNCTION BUTTONS VCRI ON'OFF ANTENNA Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or cable/antenna system. VCR2 SAT'CABLE &&°&& CH+ & CH- Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's MUTE SEARCH channel memory. CLEAR Resets time counter to 0:00:00. -
Page 26: Tv Function Buttons
1 - - appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. ON.OFF Turns the TV on and off. VOL < & VOL > Raises and lowers sound of TV. Buttons TheTV buttons may not control features of at! models of ProScan, RCA, and GETVs,... -
Page 27: Playinga Tape
PLAYING A TAPE Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV's video input), Insert a tape in the VCR, If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automatically begins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed). •... -
Page 28: Recording
RECORDING If you want to record something that you're watching, you can use basic recording. Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the remote. (See "Tape Speed" in Setting Up the VCR section for information about tape speeds.) Press the RECORD button to begin recording. -
Page 29: Recording
SEVERAL RECORDING OPTIONS that you've gone through necessary steps to operate yourVCR, I'll explain different recording features that are available to suit your needs. Recording Features: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) ° Express Recording ¥ ° Program Express Recording RECORDING °... -
Page 30: Recording Features
RECORDING FEATURES There are five ways to record programs: • Recording lets you press one button to start recording a program. (See VCR Basics section.) • Express Recording lets you start recording a program you are watching, and then set the VCR to automatically stop recording after a designated period of time. -
Page 31: Program Express Recording
PROGRAM EXPRESS RECORDING Program express recording allows you to quickly program the VCR for one recording using the VCR's control panel instead of the on-screen menus. The VCR automatically turns off at the end of the recording. Insert a tape with the safety tab in place. Front Panel Control... - Page 32 Select 1 to Create a New Program. often should this program record? tll-+:._: ::II III] 2 Daily (every day) 3 Weekdays (M-F) 4 Weekly (once week) Cancel Select how often you want the program to record. Program (One time) Channel Start Time ..
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Page 33: Timer Recording With Vcr Plus
TIMER RECORDING WITH PLUS+ You can use VCR Plus+ to simplify timer programming if you have cable TV and don't receive all channels through a cable box or if you get your TV signal off-air. Setting Up the Channel List If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ channel list, you can do it now. -
Page 34: Stopping A Timer Recording
Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number. often should this program record? [_Jm Ill! 2 Daily (every day) 3 Weekdays (M-E) Weekly (once week) Cancel Indicate how often you want the program to be recorded. Program (One time) Channel Cable Start Time... -
Page 35: Reviewing And Clearing Programs
REVIEWING CLEARING PROGRAMS To review programs that you have already set up: Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. T I MER RECORD I NGS 1 Create Program Review Existing Progs, Plus+ Code Exit Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. -
Page 36: Recording Broadcast Stereo T Vor Sap (Second A Udioprogram)
RECORDING BROADCAST STEREO (SECOND AUDIO PROGRAM) Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP (Second Audio Program). Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV's video input). Insert a tape with safety tab in place. If your VCR viewing channel is 3 or 4, make sure the VCR... -
Page 37: Playing Back Audioonly
Press the SPEED button on the remote if you want to override preferred Tape Speed setting. Start audio source playing and press RECORD to begin recording. Press STOP when you are finished. Playing Back Audio Only To get stereo sound, connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of the VCR to the... -
Page 38: Using Dual R Emote W Ithautoedit
To edit segments that you do not want to copy: • Press PAUSE on recording VCR to pause copying. • Locate the next segment you want to copy on playback VCR by using FWD, REV, and PLAY, and then press PAUSE. •... -
Page 39: Program The Remote
RCA audio component. It is initially programmed to control a ProScan, RCA, or GE TV or digital satellite receiver. Other manufacturer's brands need to be programmed. ¥ PROGRAM... -
Page 40: Testing The Remote
TVs, VCRs, digital satellite receivers, cable boxes and auxiliary components. It is already programmed to operate most ProScan, RCA, and GE televisions and digital satellite receivers. TESTING REMOTE To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed, turn a device ON, such as a VCR, point the remote at the VCR, and press the VCR1 button. -
Page 41: Operating Components
If the component you want to control does turn off: Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back on. This means the remote has identified the correct code. To finish, press and hold STOP until the LED turns off. OPERATING COMPONENTS After programming... -
Page 43: Other Features
FEATURES ENHANCE OPERATION • Picture Search Options • Pro-Tect Locking Plus • Tracking • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays ¥ • Audio Reception • AudioTape Playback ¥ OTHER FEATURES... -
Page 44: Picture Search Options
PICTURE SEARCH OPTIONS The most basic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD or REVERSE buttons (FWD and REV on the VCR). This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. FORWARD REVERSE SEARCH You can search a tape during playback. -
Page 45: Frame Advance
FRAME ADVANCE Frame advance lets you view one-stop action frame after another during playback. Frame advance works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed. Press PAUSE on the remote (PLAYoPAUSE on the VCR) to freeze the action. Press FR.ADV each time you want to view the next flame of the scene. -
Page 46: Index Search
INDEX SEARCH INDEX SEARCH Press The VCR has a "VHS Index Search System" that automatically records begin scanning an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording. During enter specific index number playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. -
Page 47: Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature
Go to the beginning of the program you wish to return to. ZERO SEARCH Current tape counter Press CLEAR to reset the counter to 0:00:00. 2:17:25 Continue playing the tape. Press O:OO:OO Press STOR Press SEARCH exit Press SEARCH on the remote until the ZERO SEARCH menu appears on the TV screen. -
Page 48: Time Counter
TIME COUNTER The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program 0:30:00 play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helps locate the beginning Hours or end of programs you taped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 Minutes whenever the tape is ejected from the VCR. -
Page 49: Audio Set-Up Features
AUDIO SET-UP FEATURES The audio setup features enhance your tape playback and recordings. The features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu and are shown in the displays below. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU ----_=_-_... -
Page 50: Tape Playback
TAPE PLAYBACK The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Press 2 to switch between Tape Playback:... -
Page 51: Connections
THINGS KNOW BEFORE CONNECTING COMPONENTS PROTECT YOUR COMPONENTS FROM POWER SURGES • Connect allcomponents before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. • Always turn off theTV and other components before connect or disconnect any cables. ¥ POSITION CABLES CORRECTLY AVOID AUDIO... -
Page 52: Connecting Your Vcr
CONNECTING YOUR Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR. JACKS CABLES RF Jacks and Antenna Cables (F-type) The RFjacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, and must be used if audio/video connections are not available for your TV. These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. -
Page 53: Choosing Avcr Connection
CHOOSING CONNECTION There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending whether or not you have cable service, and if you have a cable box, and whether some of the channels are scrambled, and maybe you have a satellite receiver along with cable (but no cable box), or a satellite receiver... -
Page 54: Tv With Rf Jack Only
WITH JACK ONLY This connection assumes: • You are connecting antenna, cable, or cable box system. • Your television has only an RF input jack. This connection provides: • Mono sound playback from VCR. • Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). -
Page 55: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks
WITH AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS This connection assumes: • You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system. • Your television has audio/video jacks. This connection provides: • Stereo sound playback from VCR. • Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). - Page 56 WITH AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS CABLE UNSCRAMBLE CHANNELS ONLY This connection assumes: • You are using a cable box only to unscramble premium channels. • Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Stereo sound playback from VCR. • Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel...
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Page 57: Tv With Rf Jack And Digital Satellite Receiver
WITH JACK DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER This connection assumes: • You have a basic digital satellite system and your TV does not have audio/video input.jacks. This connection provides: • Mono sound playback from VCR, recording from a satellite receiver, and recording one off-air or cable channel while watching another. -
Page 58: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks And Digital Satellite Receiver
WITH AUDIO/VIDEO JACKS DIGITAL SATELLITE RECEIVER This connection assumes: • You have an advanced digital satellite system and your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Stereo sound playback from VCR, recording from receiver while watching cable or off-air channel, and recording one cable or off-air channel while watching another, To use this connection, you must have:... -
Page 59: Reference
This section gives you some additional information about theVCR, including description of the unit's controls and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems. Finally, this section contains your warranty information. -
Page 60: Front Panel
FRONT PANEL s*_ L Remote Sensor (Front Panel door open) AUDIO (R and L MONO) AND VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals fr om another component like a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these jacks, Use INPUT on the remote to select "L2" to record from thesejacks. -
Page 61: Display Panel
DISPLAY PANEL VCR SLP Hi-Fi SAP STEREO 0 ! Q!_I.13131313I-II3_M I II 1J UUUUUUpA_ Functions Clock/Counter Cassette-In Indicator ) Lights when a cassette is inserted in the VCR Clock/Counter Displays current time or time counter Also displays channel numbers when switching channels Function Displays:... -
Page 62: Back Panel
BACK PANEL IN FROM R-AUDIO-L VIDEO ANT. out_ - _) - _) V.F/0.F MONO OUT TO TV _--_-- 3CH. 4 3CH.4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups, AUDIO (R and L/MONO) -
Page 63: Troubleshooting Tips
• Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV. • Check to make sure the remote is programmed to control an ProScan, RCA, or GE TV. Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing • Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off. - Page 64 Will not record or play • Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR. • Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette. • Check to make sure the tape is not broken. • Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.
- Page 65 Will not AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH active channels correctly • Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct. • Check to make sure the Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set correctly. • If Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu, try using either...
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Page 66: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Format: Record/Playback Video: 4-head System: Audio: VHS Hi-Fi record/playback system Video Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC color Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/U HF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis... -
Page 67: Limited Warranty
45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: • Pay any Authorized ProScan VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR. • Pay any Authorized ProScan VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement... -
Page 68: Glossary
GLOSSARY AutoEdit Lets you control two VCRs simultaneously with a single remote. Useful when making a copy of a video tape. A/V Cables & Jacks Commonly called "RCA-type" cables. Improves picture and sound quality. Required for stereo audio. Code Search Simplifies programming the remote control... - Page 72 We are committed to your complete satisfaction and viewing enjoyment. Any time you have a question or want information about your ProScan product, call our friendly toll-free number listed below. An RCA Entertainment Product If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service Center from the yellow pages.
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