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"WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. To reduce the risk of fire or RISKOF ELECTRIC Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. SHOCKDO NOT OPEN shock hazard, do not expose this product tO rain or moisture.
Component Buttons ..............VCR Function Buttons ..............Digital Satellite Receiver Buttons ..........16 Universal TV Function Buttons ..........16 RCA, GE, and Proscan TV Function Buttons ......17 Playing aTape ..................Automatic Rewind ................Tape Eject ..................... StandardVHS Recording ..............
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Programming theRemote ........ ,..,.., About Programming the Remote ........... 30 To Control a "IV .......:..;;:..;.._...;;;.......;... 30 To Control an Auxiliary Component.., ........32 ° To Control a Laser Disc Player or DVD Player ......33 To Control a Digital Satellite Receiver or Cable Box ..... ,,. 34 Other Features .........
HI, MY NAME IS ROGER... FIRST THINGS FIRST and I wrote this User's Guide. It's my job to see that you have a rewarding user manual experience. You'll find that I've arranged this manual to clearly explain all of yourVCR's features.
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STEP I:UNPACKTHE Carefully unpack the items in the box: • • Remote control and batteries • • RF coaxial cable • AudioNideo cables • Digital A/V cable • D-VHS videocassette STEP 2: INSTALL BA'I-FERIES IN THE REMOTE CONTROL Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your VCR remote.
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If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the jacks for a better connection. For additional information and connection options, refer to the Connections section toward the back of the manual. STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCR Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet.
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Press MENU.PROG todisplay the VCR MAIN MENU, MENU MAIN Timer Recordings ChanneLs Preferences Audio Press3 to display the PREFERENCESmenu. PREFERENCES Remote ControL: VCR1 Auto PLay: Auto TV/VCR: Exit Press2 to switch Auto Play to ON or OFR PREFERENCES -1 Remote ControL: VCR1 Auto...
SETUP FEATURES Below is a list of features that you may, want to set. up before you begin using yourVCR for the first time. SETTING UP THE VCR • Set upVCR Channel List (Auto Channel I _i Search) • Set theTime and Date •...
USING,THE:MENUTO SET UP FEATURES . :.- You can set up features by using the menu system. The features you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR are explained in this section. _ VCRCHANNELS LIST Your VCR may have had a channel list preset at the factory. Even if your VCR has a list, it's possible that you may want to add or deletesome channels depending on whether they are...
The VCR begins scanning for the available channels--this takes about two to three minutes. The lowest channel is tuned once the search is complete. Now pressing CHANNELup or down should only select the active 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.
SETTHE TIME DATE You will only need to set the time and date if you have not connected the VCR to a digital satellite receiver with a Digital AN cable. When connected, the VCR automatically receives date and time information from the digital satellite receiver each time it is turned on and off.
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ADDITIONAL SETUP FEATURES IN THE PREFERENCES MENU The features in this section are all accessedthrough PREFERENCESmenu. PressMENU,PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU. RAIN RENU 1 Timer Recordings 2 Channels 3 Preferences 4 Audio Press 3 to display the PREFERENCESmenu. PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control:...
This VCR will only respond to the remote's VCR2-DVD button. To change the remote setting back to VCR1, display the PREFERENCESmenu, press 1, and then press VCR1 on the remote. AUTO PLAY This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when you insert a tape with the safety tab removed.
LEARN THE BASICS TO GET STARTE D 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 enjoyment of yourVCR,...
(if programmed) and sets the remote to control the device. ®®® TV Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Also used with the PWR button to turn INPUTo TV,VCRQ on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the TV.
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F.ADV (Frame Advance) In standard VHS mode lets you view one frame with each press of the button when tape is in pause. FWD (Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches forward through a tape during playback. GO BACK Switches between...
TRACKING Up or Dower Lets you manually reduce the streaks that may appear on the picture during standard VHS play, slow VCR sxr.c_.._ motion, or pause. Reduces picture "jitter" during stop-action playback. ®o TVoVCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or cable/antenna system.
Lets you move through the TV's menus, enter data, and change settings of selected features. SEARCH Turns on the TV's Commercial Skip feature. SLOW + and - Used with some RCA, GE, and ProScan TV menus to.select and adjust features. TV-VCR Switches between different antenna leads, if your TV has more than one.
AUTOMATIC REWIND The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR (PWR on the remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding. TAPE EJ ECT Press EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape.
SEVERAL RECORDING OPTIONS that you've gone through the necessary steps to operate yourVCR, rll explain different recording features that are available to suit your needs. Recording Features: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) ¥ • Digital Recording (D-VHS mode) •...
RECORD I N G FEATU RES There are three ways to record programs. Both standard VHS and D-VHS recordings may be made with each method. • ..Recording lets you press one button to start recording a ;.. program (standard VHS)._ standard VHS mode records Conventional video and Hi-Fi audio tracks, and is completely compatible with other VHS _ recorders;...
Conditions for D-VHS Recording Regardless of whether or not you initiate a D-VHS recording from the digital satellite receiver or VCR0 several conditions must be met in order for a digital recording to be made: • A D-VHS compatible cassette is loaded (see note on using S-VHS videocassettes).
TIMER RECORDING You can set up as many as eight timer recording programs. Press MENUmPROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU. HAIN MENU 1 Timer Recordings Channels Preferences 4 Audio Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TZBER RECORDINGS Create Program Review...
Review the information to make sure it is correct, and then press MENUePROG to save. Program (One Time) Program 1 has been saved Channel Cable Remember insert Start Time 08:00 recordable tape Time 09:30 turn before Start Date 10/24/97 program start time.
TIMER RECORDING USING A DSS® RECEIVER When your VCR is connected to a compatible DSS®receiver, you can program timer recordings with the receiver itself. In fact, this is probably the easiest way to make a standard or D-VHS recording of a satellite program.
Conflicting Timers Occasionally you may accidentally set timer recording programs that occur at the same time. Timer conflicts may occur between two programs initiated with the digital satellite receiver, the VCR, or a combination of the two. When a conflict occurs, the components will warn you of the problem, but will not take any action to avoid or eliminate it.
RECORDING BROADCAST STEREO TV OR SAP (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.
Playing Back Audio Only To get stereo sound, connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of the VCR to the appropriate input on your amplifier or receiver. Do not use the phono input. Refer to your amplifier or receiver user's guide. USING TWO VCRS FOR COPYING AND EDITING TAPES With two VCRs, you can copy and edit tapes.
Editing Manually If both your VCRs are not equipped with AutoEdit, you will need to edit the tapes manually. Follow steps 2-5 in the AutoEdit section. Locate the segment you want to copy on the playback VCR. Pause the tape at this location. Press RECORD on the recording VCR, then PAUSE.
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DVD player, or RCA audio component. ¥ Initially, the remote is programmed to control an RCA, GE, or ProScanTV or digital satellite receiver.You...
7, : " • ,_,_;_:_-, _ .-._:_..'_._: _ ._.: .::_ _..The:_remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, ProScan, and GE TVs. You may program the remote to control other manufacturers' brands. PROGRAMMINC, THE REMOTE TO CONTROL If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed.
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RAMMI N_ _ P ROG TH E R EMOTE TOCOI_IT RO Liiii ..AN AUXI LIARY COMPONENT Your remote can be programmed _to operate RCAI ProScan, and Dimensia brand auxiliary equipment, such as a radio, CD player, tape player, turntable, amplifier, digital satellite receiver, or DVD player.
VCR set to respond to the VCR2 button or an RCA, ProScan, or GE laser disc player. If you have an RCA, ProScan, or GE DVD player, you can program the VCR2.DVD button to operate it. Turn on the component.
Toshiba ........096 CONTROL A DIGITAL SATELLITE Panasonic ........RECEIVER OR CABLE BOX Cable Box Codes The remote is programmed to control an RCA, GE, or ProScan ABC ......022,046,053,054 digital satellite receiver. Anvision ......... 007,008 Cablestar ........ 007,008...
PICTURE SEARCH OPTIONS The most basic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD (FWD) and REVERSE(REV) buttons. This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. FORWARD REVERSE SEARCH In standard VHS mode, you can search a tape during playback. Sound is turned off during picture search.
COMMERCIAL SCAN (SEARCH BUTTON) This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments. This feature is available both in standard VHS and D-VHS modes. • PressSEARCH once during playback to advance the tape approximately 60 seconds of recorded material. •...
If you want to search through a certain number of index INDEX SEARCH marks, press two number buttons to enter the number of Searching index number marks you want to search. Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry. Press FORWARD (FWD) to search forward or REVERSE(REV) Press...
TRACKI Your VCR has automatic tracking.which removes the streaks or snow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated when you insert a tape, turn on the VCR, or the speed changes during playback. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a different VCR.
ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS The INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP, PLAY, Stop 0:30:00 RECORD, etc.), channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. Press INFO to see all of the on-screen displays.
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. PressMENUePROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU 1 Timer Record+ngs ChanneLs...
TAPE PLAYBACK In standard VHS mode, 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: HI-FI, LINEAR, and MIX.
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE CO N N ECTI N G COM PO N ENTS ¥ Protect Your 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.
VCR's OUT TO TV jack and your TV's antenna input. Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type) The audio/video jacks provide very good picture and sound quality, and can be used if your TV has audio/video input jacks. These jacks must be used for stereo sound. The VCR audio/video...
CHOOSING A VCR CONNECTION Three different connection scenarios are described in this section. Each is dependent on the number and type of jacks your TV has, and assumes you will be connecting a digital satellite receiver to the VCR in order to take full advantage of D-VHS recording and playback. Choose the scenario that best matches your TV's input jacks.
BEST PICTURE SOUND QUALITY To use this connection you must have: • A TV that has two sets of A/V inputs and an S-Video jack. • Coaxial cables, A/V cables, Digital A/V cable, and S-Video cable. This connection provides: • Highest quality picture from your VCR and satellite...
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VERY GOOD PICTURE SOUND QUALITY To use the connection you must have: • A TV that has a set of A/V inputs. • Coaxial cables, A/V cables, and a Digital AN cable. This connection provides: • Very good picture quality from your VCR and satellite receiver.
GOOD PICTURE souND QUALITY To use the connection you must have: • Coaxial cables, AN cables, and a Digital A/V cable. This connection provides: • Good picture quality from your VCR and satellite receiver. To connect: • Connect coaxial cables as shown. •...
This section gives you some additional information about theVCR, including a description of the unit's controls and display. You also will find aTroubleshootingTips section in this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems. Finally, this section contains your warranty...
FRONT PANEL _.Pin Line 2 Inputs Remote Sensor CH 3-4 Selects the VCR's output channel. Press and hold EJECT,then press TVNCR. CHANNEL-TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. D-VHS Selects recording preference.
DI SPLAY PAN EL TV/VCR Indicator T± ,'--,' !3 |"W Time/Time Counter Timer Indicator Cassette Indicator Cassette Indicator Shows when a cassette is inserted. Hi-Fi Stereo Indicator (L, R) Shows which audio channel(s) you are currently listening to. Time, Time Counter, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator...
BACK PANEL DIGITAL AN rAUDIO 1 _/IDEO _IFI FROM l_,l ANT. L/MONO. UT,O ($ATIELLITE) ,N--_ r" AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select LINE to record from these jacks.
RCA, ProScan, or GE TV • PressTV to set remote to control a compatible TV. • check to make sure the remote is programmed to control an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV. Remote no longer controls a compatible •...
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Snowy or no picture during playback • If using a basic connection, pressTV-VCR to turn VCR indicator on. • If using a basic connection, check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel selected with CH3.4 switch on the front panel of VCR. •...
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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. Tape plays back in slow motion (standard VHS mode) •...
SPECI FICATIONS D-VHSNHS Format: D-VHS: Digital 2-head record/playback system Record/Playback VHS Video: 4-head-Double Azimuth System: Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback system 14.1 Mbs Digital Record/Plaback Data Rate: D-VHS: D-VHS system standard CTP STD MODE 2 Video Signal System: VHS: EIA standard: NTSC color 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined Antenna:...
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Remote Control This is Accessory Order Form the remote control that Description came packed with your Remote Control (CRKT0VBL2) VCR. Replacements or 5crew-on antenna cable (3-ft) VH81 $4.95 spares can be ordered as needed. Screw-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH82 $6.95 $5.95 Push-on antenna cable (6-ft) VH89...
United States and Canada Orders Charge your order on your VISA, MasterCard, or Discover Card by To place your order by phone, have your Visa, filling in below USE YOUR CREDIT CARD MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll- free number listed below between 8AM and 8PM IMPORTANT:...
VCR. How you get service: • Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR ServicelCenter. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA VCR Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900. •...
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EJECTbutton 18,.50 Eject, tape 17 Express Recording 21 Accessing menus 6 Add or remove channels 9 Audio 41 playing back 27 recording 26 F.ADV button 15, 37 Audio/video jacks 26, 27, 45, 52 FORWARD button 17, 36, 38, 39 Auto channel search 8 Frame advance 37 Auto play feature 12, 17...
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SPEED button 15, 18, 21, 26 Status indicators 51 STOP button 15, 17, 18, 26, 38, 39, 50 On-screen displays 40 OUT TO TV jack 12, 45, 52 Overheating Tab, safety 18 Tape eject Tape playback PAUSE button 15, 17, 18, 36, 37, 50 Tape playback: HIFI, LINEAR and MIX 42 Picture search options 36 Tape, playing a 17...
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If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service Center from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.