RCA VCR VG4251 User Guide

VG4251  
VCR Users Guide  
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Introduction  
Table of Contents  
Slow Motion______________________ 14  
Automatic Tracking _______________ 14  
Manual Tracking__________________ 14  
DISPLAY Button __________________ 15  
Time Counter_____________________ 15  
Commercial Scan _________________ 16  
Index Search _____________________ 16  
Zero Search ______________________ 16  
Important Information  
Warnings______________________________ i  
Cautions ______________________________ i  
Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i  
Product Registration ____________________ i  
Hooking Up the VCR  
Choosing a Hookup ____________________ 2  
Antenna or Cable System Without a  
Cable Box _________________________ 3  
Cable System With Cable Box to  
Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/  
MIX Feature ____________________ 17  
Recording a Program  
Unscramble All Channels ___________ 4  
Cable System With Cable Box to  
Types of Recordings ___________________ 18  
Recording Speeds _____________________ 18  
Recording Pause ______________________ 18  
Basic Recording –  
Unscramble Pay Channels Only______ 5  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying  
Tapes_____________________________ 6  
Operating Instructions _____________ 19  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR  
Setting Up the VCR  
is Recording a Different Channel ____ 19  
One Touch Recording _________________ 20  
Recording While You're Away  
Startup  
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 7  
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 7  
Turn on the TV ____________________ 8  
Turn on the VCR___________________ 8  
Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 8  
Add or Remove Channels from  
Timer Recording __________________ 21  
Checking or Clearing  
Timer Recordings_______________ 22  
Timer Recording From the  
VCR’s Line Input _______________ 22  
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP___ 23  
Recording Audio Only_________________ 24  
VCR's Memory __________________ 9  
Select a Language/ Choisissez une  
Langue_________________________ 9  
Set the Time and Date ______________ 9  
Use TVVCR Button _______________ 10  
Set Auto TV/VCR Feature ___________ 10  
Using Two VCRs for Copying  
and Editing Tapes _________________ 25  
References  
Using the Remote Control  
Location of Controls  
VCR Function Buttons _________________ 11  
Front Panel_______________________ 26  
Back Panel _______________________ 27  
Display Panel_____________________ 28  
Specifications _________________________ 29  
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 29  
Trouble Checks ____________________ 30-31  
Limited Warranty _____________________ 32  
Index ________________________________ 33  
Playing a Tape  
Operating Instructions _________________ 12  
Using the Playback Features  
Auto Play Feature _________________ 13  
Pause for Stop-Action______________ 13  
Picture Search ____________________ 13  
Frame Advance ___________________ 14  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Choosing a Hookup  
The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and  
Advanced (B).  
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.  
The advanced hookups show the VCR hooked up to a monitor/ receiver  
(TV with audio and video jacks). This connection may improve the picture quality as well  
as convenience of operation.  
Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.  
1. How do you receive your TV signals?  
Choose one answer from below.  
A. Outside antenna – Turn to page 3.  
B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/ or bow tie antenna – Turn to page 3.  
C. Cable System – Go to question 2.  
2. What type of cable-TV system* do you have?  
Choose one answer from below.  
A. Cable without a box – Turn to page 3.  
B. Cable box to unscramble all the channels – Turn to page 4.  
C. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime,  
Cinemax, etc. – Turn to page 5.  
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.  
Optional Hookups  
How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?  
A. Select a hookup by answering the questions above.  
B. Then modify the connections as shown on page 6.  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box  
A. Basic hookup.  
A
Use this hookup for a simple connection  
which requires fewer accessories.  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
300/75 Ohm  
Adapter  
Back of VCR  
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the  
L
R
OR  
TVVCR button to watch the VCR.  
IN  
OUT  
CH.  
2. Connect as shown.  
3
4
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
75 to 75/300 Ohm  
Separator  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality, hi-fi stereo sound, and more  
convenient operation — use of TVVCR  
button not required.  
1. Connect as shown.  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
300/75 Ohm  
Adapter  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Back of VCR  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and  
right channels.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
ANT. IN  
L
R
OR  
IN  
RF OUT  
OUT  
CH.  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
3
4
Continue to page 7.  
3.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
Audio/Video Cables  
You will tune the TV to its video input to  
watch the VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See  
page 10.  
L /  
MONO  
OUT AUDIO  
RIGHT  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels  
A. Basic hookup.  
A
Use this hookup for a simple connection  
which requires fewer accessories.  
From Cable  
Back of VCR  
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Cable Box  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
R
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
L
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the  
IN  
OUT  
IN  
TVVCR button to watch the VCR.  
OUT  
CH.  
3
4
2. Connect as shown.  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
cable box.  
75 to 75/300 Ohm  
Separator  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality, hi-fi stereo sound, and more  
convenient operation — use of TVVCR  
button not required.  
Cable Box  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Back of VCR  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and  
right channels.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
L
R
IN  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
OUT  
CH.  
cable box.  
3
4
Continue to page 7.  
3.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
Audio/Video Cables  
You will tune the TV to its video input to  
watch the VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See  
page 10.  
L /  
MONO  
Caution: The unauthorized recording  
of satellite broadcasts, television  
programs, or other materials may  
infringe the rights of others.  
OUT AUDIO  
RIGHT  
IN  
S-VIDEO  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only  
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)  
A. Basic hookup.  
A
Use this hookup for a simple connection  
which requires fewer accessories.  
From Cable  
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR  
Back of VCR  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Cable Box  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
R
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the  
L
IN  
OUT  
IN  
TVVCR button to watch the VCR.  
OUT  
CH.  
3
4
2. Connect as shown.  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
cable box.  
75 to 75/300 Ohm  
Separator  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Cable Box  
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality, hi-fi stereo sound, and more  
convenient operation — use of TVVCR  
button not required.  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
Signal  
Splitter  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Back of VCR  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and  
right channels.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
L
R
IN  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
OUT  
CH.  
3
4
cable box.  
Continue to page 7.  
3.  
Audio/Video Cables  
You will tune the TV to its video input to  
watch the VCR. All pay channels are  
viewed through the VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
(supplied)  
L /  
MONO  
OUT AUDIO  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
RIGHT  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes  
A
Option A hookup.  
Use this hookup for a simple connection which  
requires fewer accessories.  
Playback VCR  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
L
R
and then modify with this connection.  
IN  
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback  
OUT  
CH.  
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.  
3
4
You will tune the recording VCR to this channel  
to receive the signal from the playback VCR.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
Recording VCR  
3. Connect as shown.  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
VIDEO  
L
AUDIO  
R
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
IN  
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
OUT  
CH.  
3
4
Continue to page 7.  
5.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
or  
Use the hookup to the TV  
as previously selected on  
pages 3, 4, or 5.  
B
Option B hookup.  
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy  
quality and more convenient operation — use of  
TVVCR button not required.  
Playback VCR (only)  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
ANT. IN  
L
R
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
IN  
and then modify with this connection.  
RF OUT  
OUT  
CH.  
2. Connect as shown.  
3
4
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
If your other VCR is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and  
right channels.  
Audio/Video Cables  
AUDIO  
Recording VCR  
VIDEO  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
L
R
IN  
Continue to page 7.  
4.  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
OUT  
CH.  
3
4
You will select the line (audio/ video)  
input on the recording VCR to receive the  
signal from the playback VCR.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
or  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
Caution: The unauthorized recording  
of satellite broadcasts, television  
programs, or other materials may  
infringe the rights of others.  
Use the hookup to the TV  
as previously selected on  
pages 3, 4, or 5.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
1. Check accessories with VCR.  
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.  
POWER  
TV•VCR  
PLAY  
REW  
FF  
REC  
STOP  
PAUSE  
SPEED  
INPUT  
DISPLAY  
1
2
5
8
3
4
6
9
7
2 AA” Batteries  
PREV CH  
0
CHANNEL  
CLEAR  
MENU  
SEARCH  
TRACKING  
+
-
F.ADV  
SLOW  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(Stock No. 221396)  
Remote  
(Stock No. 221342)  
2. Insert batteries in remote.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
3. Turn on the TV.  
A. Turn on the TV.  
B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV  
to the channel selected with the CH3 CH4 switch  
on back of VCR.  
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the  
TV to the TV’s video input. (See TV owners  
manual for details.)  
4. Turn on the VCR.  
A. Press POWER on the remote.  
5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.  
The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power  
interruption, perform the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
so that your VCR can locate the channels available  
through your signal type—cable or antenna. The  
signal type is automatically selected when you perform  
the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH function. Also, if you  
change the signal type, you will need to perform AUTO  
CHANNEL SEARCH again.  
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
Now scanning channel 45  
Press any key to cancel  
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on  
the TV screen. If this menu does not appear:  
• Make sure TV is tuned to same channel as the  
CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the VCR or the  
TV’s video input (refer to TVs manual).  
• Press MENU again.  
• If you use a basic hookup, check VCR indicator  
in display panel – it should be on. Press  
TVVCR to turn it on.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
3 Channels  
• Check the connections.  
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.  
C. Press 1 to begin AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH.  
CHANNELS  
1 Auto Channel Search  
2 Add/Remove Channels  
3 Signal Type:  
The VCR automatically selects CABLE (cable TV)  
or ANTENNA. If you need to change the setting  
manually, press 3.  
CABLE  
0 Exit  
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This  
takes about one to two minutes. The TV will then tune  
to the lowest channel found. Pressing CHANNEL will  
select only the active channels.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
6. Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory.  
You may want to add or remove channels if some of the  
channels are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want  
to watch them.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
We recommend channels be placed in memory using the  
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH feature described on the previous page  
before adding or removing channels. Channels 2-13 and VID1  
were placed in memory at the factory.  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
3 Channels  
CHANNELS  
A. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on  
1 Auto Channel Search  
2 Add/Remove Channels  
the TV screen.  
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.  
C. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS menu.  
D. Follow the directions on the screen.  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
Channel 08  
is presently ADDED  
E. Add or remove more channels by entering channel  
Press CLEAR to remove  
Press MENU to exit  
numbers or using CHANNEL up or down.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
7. Select a language./Choisissez une langue.  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
3 Channels  
You can select the language for the displays on the VCR.  
4 Preferences  
5 Audio  
6 Language  
A. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
B. Press 6 to display the LANGUAGE menu.  
LANGUAGE/LANGUE  
Select a language.  
Choisissez une langue.  
C. Select English or French.  
Press 1 to select English.  
1English (anglais)  
2 French (français)  
Press 2 to select Français (French).  
Press MENU to continue  
8. Set the time and date.  
When you first turn on the VCR, --:-- appears in the  
clock area of the VCR’s display panel.  
VCR  
SLP  
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU  
VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
B. Press 2 to display SET TIME AND DATE.  
SET TIME AND DATE  
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the  
remote.  
Time --:-- --  
(hh:mm)  
• Press 0 before single-digit numbers.  
Date --/--/--  
Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7 for a time of  
5:07. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM.  
Press MENU to cancel  
• Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.  
D. Press MENU on remote to remove SET TIME AND DATE  
from the TV screen and start the clock. The time will  
appear in the VCRs display panel and the time and date  
will appear on the TV screen when you press DISPLAY.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
9. Use TV•VCR button.  
Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.  
When using one of the basic hookups, the TVVCR button  
lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR  
or the picture from the TV channel. This button lets you  
record a program on the VCR while watching another  
channel on the TV. Details are on page 19.  
A. Press TVVCR to see the picture from the VCR.  
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.  
B. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on  
the VCR.  
The channel number changes in the display panel.  
C. Press TVVCR to see the TV channels.  
The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.  
Change channels using the TVs remote.  
D. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel — CH3  
or CH4.  
E. Press VCR, then TVVCR to switch back to the picture  
from the VCR.  
10. 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 the cable or  
antenna signal to your TV.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
A. Press MENU on the remote to see VCR MAIN MENU  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
on the TV screen.  
3 Channels  
4 Preferences  
B. Press 4 to display PREFERENCES.  
C. Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR: ON or OFF.  
PREFERENCES  
1 Auto Play:  
ON  
ON  
• Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and  
watch the VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. The  
VCR will automatically switch the TV• VCR setting  
to VCR every time the VCR is turned on, a tape  
with the safety tab removed is inserted, or you  
press PLAY.  
2 Auto TV/VCR:  
0 Exit  
• Select OFF if you used one of the advanced  
hookups and watch your VCR on the video input  
channel of your TV. The VCR indicator will not  
turn on automatically and the signal from your  
antenna or cable to your TV will not be interrupted.  
Pressing TVVCR on the remote will still turn the  
VCR indicator on or off and switch the antenna  
signal.  
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Using the Remote Control  
VCR Function Buttons  
VCR Function Buttons  
PLAY  
Plays a tape.  
CHANNEL Up or Down  
Selects next higher or lower  
channel in the VCRs channel  
memory.  
POWER  
Turns the VCR on and off.  
POWER  
TV•VCR  
CLEAR  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
Switches between two channels.  
Resets time counter to 0:00:00.  
Allows you to change entries  
when setting the clock or VCR for  
a timer recording.  
PLAY  
REW  
FF  
Select one channel and then use  
the number buttons to select  
another. Press PREV CH to  
switch between the two  
channels.  
REC  
STOP  
PAUSE  
DISPLAY  
Shows VCR operating displays  
on the TV screen.  
INPUT  
DISPLAY  
SPEED  
REC  
Displays the time counter.  
Starts VCR recording.  
Used for one touch recording .  
See page 20.  
F.ADV (Frame Advance)  
Lets you view one frame with  
each press of the button while the  
tape is paused.  
2
5
8
3
1
REW (Rewind)  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR  
is stopped.  
6
9
4
FF (Fast Forward)  
Fast forwards the tape when the  
VCR is stopped.  
Searches the picture in reverse  
motion during playback.  
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Searches the picture in forward  
motion during playback.  
SEARCH  
Displays INDEX and ZERO  
SEARCH menus on TV.  
PREV CH  
0
INPUT  
Turns the line input on or off.  
VID1 appears in VCRs display  
panel and VIDEO appears on TV  
screen.  
Lets you advance tape 60 or 120  
seconds during playback.  
CHANNEL  
MENU  
CLEAR  
SLOW  
SEARCH  
TRACKING  
+
-
Used for slow-motion playback.  
Line input refers to the signal  
coming from the component  
connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO  
IN jacks on the back of the VCR.  
SPEED (Tape Speed)  
Selects a recording speed  
(SP or SLP).  
F.ADV  
SLOW  
MENU  
STOP  
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
Stops the normal functions such  
as record, playback, rewind, fast  
forward, and pause.  
Removes a menu from the  
screen.  
TRACKING – and +  
Numbers (0 through 9)  
Select a channel up to 99 by  
pressing two numbers.  
Lets you manually reduce the  
streaks that may appear on the  
picture during play or pause.  
Select a cable channel over 99 by  
pressing and holding 1 until 1– –  
appears on the screen. Then  
press the other two numbers.  
TVVCR  
Switches the picture signal so  
that it either comes from the VCR  
or the TV channel. See page 10.  
PAUSE  
Pauses action for viewing during  
playback.  
Pauses recording to prevent  
recording of unwanted scenes.  
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Playing a Tape  
Operating Instructions  
To Play a Tape  
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TVs video input  
to see the picture from the VCR.  
2. 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  
is set to ON. The tape automatically begins playback if the  
safety tab on the cassette has been removed and the Auto Play  
feature is turned on.  
RECORD  
REW PLAY PAUSE FWD  
POWER STOP EJECT  
CHANNEL  
TRACKING  
Safety Tab  
3. Press PLAY on the remote or PLAYPAUSE on the VCR, if  
necessary. PLAY appears in the VCRs display panel.  
4. Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the  
picture, if necessary. Details are on page 14.  
5. Press STOP on the remote or STOPEJECT on the VCR.  
6. Press REW. REW will appear in the VCRs display panel.  
The VCR will automatically rewind the tape if it reaches the  
end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can  
press POWER and the VCR will turn off after rewinding.  
7. Press STOPEJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is  
completely rewound.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Auto Play Feature  
This feature lets you tell the VCR whether you want it to automatically start  
playing a tape that is inserted with the safety tab removed.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
3 Channels  
4 Preferences  
1. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN  
MENU on the TV screen.  
PREFERENCES  
1 Auto Play:  
2 Auto TV/VCR:  
2. Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu.  
ON  
ON  
3. Press 1 to select Auto Play: ON or OFF.  
Select ON to have a tape with its safety tab  
removed start playing automatically.  
Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its  
safety tab removed to start playing  
automatically.  
0 Exit  
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 on the remote or PLAYPAUSE on  
the VCR during playback to stop the action.  
PAUS appears in the VCRs display panel.  
Press TRACKING up or down during stop-action  
pause to reduce picture “jitter”.  
2. Press PLAYPAUSE on the VCR or PLAY on the  
remote to return to playback.  
The VCR will automatically switch from stop-  
action playback to stop after a few minutes.  
Picture Search  
You can search a picture during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding the tape.  
Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best for tapes  
recorded in the SP and SLP speed.  
Fast Forward Search  
1. During playback, press FF on the remote or FWD  
on the VCR to search forward at a faster-than-  
normal speed.  
SRCH+ appears in the VCRs display panel.  
2. To return to playback, press FF or FWD, PLAY on  
the remote, or PLAYPAUSE on the VCR.  
Rewind Search  
1. During playback, press REW to search in reverse at  
a faster-than-normal speed.  
SRCH– appears in the VCRs display panel.  
2. To return to playback, press REW, PLAY on the  
remote or PLAYPAUSE on the VCR.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Frame Advance  
Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another. Frame advance  
works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed.  
1. Press PAUSE to stop the action.  
PAUS appears in the VCRs display panel.  
2. Press F.ADV each time you want to view a frame of  
the scene.  
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY on the remote or  
PLAYPAUSE on the VCR to resume normal  
playback.  
Slow Motion  
You can view the picture in slow motion during play or play pause.  
Sound is turned off during slow-motion playback. Slow motion works best in the  
SP or SLP speed.  
1. During playback, press SLOW to start slow-motion  
playback.  
SLOW appears in the VCRs display panel.  
2. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks  
from the picture.  
3. Press PLAY on the remote or PLAYPAUSE on the  
VCR to return to playback.  
The VCR will automatically switch from slow-  
motion playback to stop after a few minutes.  
Automatic Tracking  
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing back a tape  
recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is  
inserted or the VCRs power is turned on.  
Manual Tracking  
Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a  
different VCR or camcorder. The TRACKING buttons on the remote or VCR are  
used when playing a tape. They have no effect during recording.  
When streaks or snow appear, press TRACKING up  
or down for the best possible picture.  
Press TRACKING up or down during stop-action  
pause to reduce picture “jitter”.  
Press both TRACKING buttons on the VCR at the  
same time to turn automatic tracking back on or  
eject the tape and re-insert it.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
DISPLAY Button  
STOP CH 05 0:30:00  
1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the  
VCR, channel number, time counter, date,  
time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The  
VCR status will appear in the display panel.  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Status Displays  
Will Time Out  
The time and date must be set before they are  
displayed. If you do not press DISPLAY again,  
these displays will time out.  
11/18/96 Mon 01:30AM SLP  
2. Press DISPLAY again to have only the time  
counter remain on the TV screen. The time  
counter will appear instead of the time in the  
VCR’s display panel.  
0:30:00  
Hours  
Minutes  
3. Press DISPLAY again to remove the time  
Press  
DISPLAY  
Again  
Seconds  
counter from the TV screen.  
Time Counter Only  
Will Not Time Out  
The time counter will remain in the VCRs  
display panel.  
4. Press DISPLAY again to return to the normal  
status displays.  
The time will appear in the VCRs display  
panel.  
No Displays  
Press  
Turning off the VCR automatically returns the  
displays to normal.  
DISPLAY  
Again  
Time Counter  
The time counter shows the elapsed time it takes to record a program or play  
back a segment of a prerecorded tape. It helps locate the beginning or end of  
programs you taped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is  
ejected from the VCR.  
For example, if a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the  
tape, you would:  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape. Make sure the  
tape is rewound. Press STOP on the remote or  
STOPEJECT on the VCR.  
0:30:00  
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time  
Hours  
counter on the TV screen.  
Minutes  
Seconds  
3. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to  
0:00:00.  
4. Press FF on the remote or FWD on the VCR to  
fast forward the tape until the time counter  
reads 0:30:00. Press STOP on the remote or  
STOPEJECT on the VCR.  
This is the approximate end of the program  
and you can begin recording at this spot.  
5. Press DISPLAY to remove the time counter  
from the screen and return to the normal  
displays.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button)  
This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments.  
1. Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape  
approximately 60 seconds.  
2. Press SEARCH twice during playback to advance the tape  
approximately 120 seconds.  
SRCH+ appears in the VCRs display panel.  
Index Search  
The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records an index mark on the  
tape every time you begin recording a program. During playback you can locate the program  
you want to play by the number of index marks.  
The VCR will automatically locate the index number you select. The VCR will search forward  
or reverse from the location you are on the tape.  
INDEX SEARCH  
Press REW or FF  
to begin scanning  
OR  
Enter a specific  
Index number  
--  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.  
2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX SEARCH  
menu on the TV screen.  
Press SEARCH to exit  
3. Press FF or REW to search for the next index mark or press two  
number buttons to enter the specific index mark you want the  
VCR to search for.  
INDEX SEARCH  
Press CLEAR to correct an entry.  
4. Press FF to search forward or press REW to search in reverse.  
5. Press STOP to stop index searching.  
Searching for  
Index number  
03  
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR.  
Press STOP to cancel  
A mark too close to your location on the tape.  
The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of five  
minutes or less.  
The first index mark on the tape when you start at the  
beginning of the tape.  
Zero Search  
The zero search feature allows you to quickly return to a counter reading of 0:00:00 at any spot  
on the tape. This is convenient when you want to watch a segment of the tape several times.  
ZERO SEARCH  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.  
Current tape counter is  
2:17:25  
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on the TV  
screen.  
Press REW to go to  
0:00:00  
3. Locate the point on the tape that you want to return to quickly.  
Press SEARCH to exit  
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.  
5. You can continue to play the tape or perform other functions.  
–OR–  
When you are finished, press STOP.  
6. Press SEARCH twice to display the ZERO SEARCH menu. The  
ZERO SEARCH  
current tape counter is displayed.  
Current tape counter is  
-2:17:25  
7. Press REW to return to 0:00:00. When the VCR reaches 0:00:00  
it will begin playback.  
Press FF to go to  
0:00:00  
If the time counter reading has a minus (– ) in front of it, press  
FF on the remote or FWD on the VCR to return to a reading of  
0:00:00.  
Press SEARCH to exit  
8. Press STOP to stop zero search.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the 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.  
To enjoy hi-fi sound, connect your VCR to a stereo television or amplifier/ receiver using the  
audio/ video jacks. The Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature lets you select which  
audio you play back.  
To Select Playback Sound  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1. Press MENU to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.  
2. Press 5 to see the AUDIO menu on the TV screen.  
3. Press 2 to switch between HI-FI, LINEAR, or MIX sound.  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
3 Channels  
4 Preferences  
5 Audio  
6 Language  
Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the hi-fi track  
and for normal use.  
AUDIO  
The HI-FI indicator is lit in the VCR’s display panel  
during hi-fi playback.  
1 Reception:  
STEREO  
2 Tape Playback: HI-FI  
Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the  
linear monaural track – used to playback a second audio  
program (SAP).  
0 Exit  
Select MIX to play back the sound recorded on both the  
linear track and the hi-fi track, sound-on-sound.  
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Recording a Program  
Types of Recordings  
Your VCR provides different types of recording. These types are explained in the following sections:  
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions  
One Touch Recording  
Recording While You're Away  
Timer Recording  
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)  
Recording Audio Only  
Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes  
Using the Recording Features  
Recording Speeds  
Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP or SLP). The speed you  
select appears on the TV screen and in the VCRs display panel. The VCR  
automatically selects the playback speed (SP, LP, or SLP).  
Cassette  
Type  
Recording Time  
SP  
2Hr  
SLP  
6Hr  
8Hr  
T120  
T160  
2Hr 40Min  
SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording.  
That is why most prerecorded, rental tapes are  
recorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded on  
the tape. Special effects such as pause, slow motion,  
picture search, and frame advance work well.  
SLP (Super Long Play) gives three times the recording  
time of tapes recorded in SP. Special effects such as  
pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance  
work well.  
Recording Pause  
This feature allows you to prevent recording short passages of unwanted material.  
Press PAUSE during recording to stop and start  
recording. REC.P appears in the VCRs display panel.  
The VCR will automatically switch from pause to stop  
after a few minutes.  
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Recording a Program  
Types of Recordings  
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions  
To Make a Recording  
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVs video  
input channel.  
1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.  
The cassette-in indicator  
display panel.  
lights in the VCRs  
2. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the  
VCR indicator appears in the VCRs display  
panel. If not, press TVVCR to turn it on.  
3. Select recording speed using SPEED on the  
remote.  
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCRs  
display panel and on the TV screen.  
4. Select the channel to be recorded.  
The channel number appears in the VCRs  
display panel and on the TV screen.  
5. Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR  
to begin recording. REC appears in the VCRs  
display panel while the VCR is recording.  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a  
Different Channel  
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 above.  
2. If using one of the basic hookups, press TVVCR  
to switch to the TV channel. The VCR indicator  
will turn off in the display panel.  
3. Select the channel you want to watch with the  
TV’s channel buttons.  
4. Press STOP on the remote or STOPEJECT on  
the VCR when recording is finished.  
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Recording a Program  
One Touch Recording  
One touch 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.  
RECORD  
REW PLAY PAUSE FWD  
POWER STOP EJECT  
CHANNEL  
TRACKING  
VCR  
SLP REC  
Display showing 30  
RECORD  
minutes remaining for one  
touch recording.  
Operating Instructions  
1. Turn on the VCR.  
2. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.  
3. Select the channel you want to record.  
4. Select the desired recording speed using SPEED on  
the remote.  
5. Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR  
twice to activate one touch recording.  
6. Press REC or RECORD repeatedly until the amount of  
recording time for the program is displayed in the  
VCR’s display panel or on the TV screen.  
Press  
RECORD  
Recording  
Time  
REC  
Ch 11  
0:30  
1:00  
1:30  
2:00  
3:00  
4:00  
(30 Min)  
Record Length 0:30  
(1 Hr)  
(1 Hr, 30 Min)  
(2 Hrs)  
Press REC to set length  
(3 Hrs)  
(4 Hrs)  
One Touch Display on  
TV Screen  
(Normal Recording)  
Each press increases the time — 30 minutes up to four  
hours.  
The amount of time the VCR will record and REC will  
appear in the VCRs display panel.  
You can increase the amount of recording time by  
pressing REC or RECORD.  
Stopping a Recording in Progress  
Press and hold STOP on the remote or STOPEJECT  
on the VCR for approximately three seconds.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)  
The timer program feature lets 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.  
• A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record the programs.  
Setting a Timer Recording  
1. Press MENU on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 1 to display TIMER RECORDINGS menu.  
3. Press 1 to display Create a New Program menu.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
4. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.  
1 One time — single program recorded once.  
2 Daily program recorded at same time every day.  
1 Timer Recordings  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 Weekdays program recorded at same  
1 Create a New Program  
time Monday through Friday.  
4 Weekly program recorded at same time  
once a week.  
How often should this  
program record?  
1 One time  
5. Press number buttons on the remote to enter the channel  
number (use INPUT or 0, 0 to select video input), start time  
including AM or PM, end time, and start date of the  
recording. Just follow the on-screen prompts.  
2 Daily (every day)  
3 Weekdays (M-F)  
4 Weekly (once per week)  
Program 1 (One time)  
Press CLEAR to correct an entry.  
Channel  
--  
6. Press SPEED on the remote to change recording speed.  
Program 1 (One time)  
7. Press MENU to enter your program. A reminder appears  
which will time out or you can press MENU to return to the  
VCR MAIN MENU.  
Channel  
08  
Start time --:--  
PROGRAMS OVERLAP may appear on the screen if you  
Program 1 (One time)  
have entered two programs where the times overlap.  
Channel  
Start time 02:10 AM 1=AM  
End time --:-- 2=PM  
08  
8. The TIMER RECORDINGS menu appears. Press 1 to enter  
an additional timer program, or press 0 to exit.  
9. Turn off the VCR before recording begins.  
Program 1 (One time)  
Channel 08  
Start time 02:10 PM  
End time 03:35 PM  
Start date 11/18/96 Mon  
Tape speed SLP  
TIMER appears in the VCRs display panel when the timer  
has been programmed.  
10. If using a cable box, leave it turned on and tuned to the  
channel you want to record.  
Press CLEAR to correct  
Press MENU to save  
Stopping a Recording in Progress  
Press and hold STOP on the remote or STOPEJECT on the  
VCR for approximately three seconds.  
Program 1 has been saved  
Remember to insert a  
recordable tape and  
turn the VCR off before  
the program start time.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording While You’re Away  
Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings  
1. Press MENU on remote to display VCR  
MAIN MENU on TV screen.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
2. Press 1 to display the TIMER  
1 Timer Recordings  
RECORDINGS menu.  
3. Press 2 for Review Existing Progs.  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
feature.  
1 Create a New Program  
2 Review Existing Progs.  
4. Press MENU to display information for  
the next program.  
Program 1 (One time)  
5. Press CLEAR when the program you  
Channel  
Start time 02:10 PM  
End time 03:35 PM  
08  
want to erase appears on the screen.  
Start date 11/18/96 Mon  
Tape speed SLP  
Press CLEAR to erase  
Press MENU for next prog  
Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input  
The line input refers to the signal coming from the  
AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks of the VCR. Recording  
from the line input is convenient if you have a  
satellite receiver or similar component attached to  
these jacks. To timer record from the component  
connected to the VCRs line input:  
Program 1 (One time)  
Channel  
Start time --:-- --  
End time --:--  
VIDEO  
Start date --/--/--  
Tape speed SLP  
Press CLEAR to correct  
Press MENU to exit  
Press INPUT (or 0,0) to select VIDEO in place of  
the channel number on the TV screen during  
timer programming.  
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Recording a Program  
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  
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVs video input.  
1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.  
2. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR  
indicator appears in the VCRs display panel. If not,  
press TVVCR to turn it on.  
3. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.  
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCRs display  
panel and on the TV screen.  
4. Select the channel or line input to be recorded.  
The channel number or VIDEO appears on the TV screen.  
5. Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for the  
VCR MAIN MENU  
type of audio you want to record.  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Set Clock  
3 Channels  
4 Preferences  
5 Audio  
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the  
TV screen.  
B. Press 5 to display the AUDIO menu.  
C. Press 1 to select the type of audio Reception: STEREO,  
AUDIO  
MONO, or SAP.  
1 Reception:  
STEREO  
2 Tape Playback: HI-FI  
Set to STEREO for normal recording and to record  
broadcast stereo TV.  
The STEREO indicator lights in the VCRs display  
panel when the station you are tuned to is  
broadcasting stereo.  
0 Exit  
Set to MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the  
sound is too “noisy”.  
Set to SAP to record SAP (second audio program)  
instead of the main audio.  
The SAP indicator lights in the VCRs display panel  
when the station you are tuned to is broadcasting  
SAP.  
Set the Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature to  
LINEAR to hear SAP. Details are on page 17.  
D. Repeatedly press 0 to remove the menus from the TV  
screen.  
6. Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR to start  
recording. REC appears in the VCRs display panel.  
7. Press STOP on the remote or STOPEJECT on the VCR  
when you are finished.  
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Recording a Program  
Recording Audio Only  
You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L and R) jacks on the back of the VCR. Any  
video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only.  
To Record Audio Only  
1. Press the INPUT button to select a line input.  
Press INPUT to record from the AUDIO IN jacks  
on the back of the VCR. VID1 appears in the  
VCR’s display panel.  
The VCR will record audio from the audio  
equipment connected to the AUDIO IN jacks.  
2. Use SPEED on the remote to select the  
VCR MAIN MENU  
recording speed.  
1 Timer Recordings  
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCRs  
2 Set Clock  
3 Channels  
display panel.  
4 Preferences  
5 Audio  
3. Make sure the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP  
feature is set to STEREO.  
AUDIO  
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU  
1 Reception:  
2 Tape Playback: HI-FI  
STEREO  
on the TV screen.  
B. Press 5 to display the AUDIO menu.  
C. Press 1 to select Reception: STEREO.  
0 Exit  
4. Start audio source playing and press REC on  
remote or RECORD on the VCR to begin  
recording.  
REC appears in the VCRs display panel.  
5. Press STOP on the remote or STOPEJECT on  
the VCR when you are finished.  
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Recording a Program  
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes  
Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.)  
Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR.  
1. Turn on the TV and VCRs.  
2. Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVs video input.  
3. If you have connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune recording  
VCR to channel 3 or 4 — the one selected on the back of the playback  
Caution: The unauthorized  
VCR.  
recording of television  
programs and other  
If you have connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press INPUT on  
recording VCRs remote to select the line input (VID1).  
materials may infringe the  
rights of others.  
4. Insert the tape you want to copy into playback VCR. Insert a blank tape  
with safety tab in place into recording VCR.  
5. Press PLAY, then PAUSE on playback VCR when you reach the point on  
the tape or program where you want to begin copying. If the tape was  
not recorded on the playback VCR, streaks may appear and you may  
need to adjust tracking.  
6. Press RECORD, then PAUSE, on recording VCR.  
7. Press PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time to begin copying the  
tape.*  
8. Edit out segments that you do not want to copy by pressing PAUSE on  
recording VCR to stop copying the tape. Then locate the next segment  
you want to copy on the playback VCR by using FWD, REW, and PLAY.  
Press PAUSE on the playback VCR. Press PAUSE at the same time on  
both VCRs to resume copying.  
9. Press STOPEJECT on both VCRs when you are finished.  
* You may turn off the TV after the recording has started as it does not have to  
be on to copy a tape.  
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References  
Location of Controls  
Front Panel  
Tape Compartment  
RECORD  
REW PLAY PAUSE FWD  
POWER STOP EJECT  
CHANNEL  
TRACKING  
Remote Sensor  
CHANNEL or TRACKING Up or Down  
RECORD  
Selects next higher or lower channel in  
the VCR’s channel memory.  
Start the VCR recording.  
Used for one touch recording.  
Adjusts tracking during playback or  
pause.  
Remote Sensor  
Receives signals from the remote control.  
Aim the remote at this sensor with no  
objects between them.  
FWD (Fast Forward)  
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
REW  
Searches the picture forward during  
playback.  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
PLAYPAUSE  
Searches the picture in reverse during  
playback.  
Plays a tape.  
Pauses the tape for stop-action viewing  
during playback.  
STOPEJECT  
Stops the normal functions such as record,  
playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause.  
Pauses the tape during recording to  
prevent recording unwanted material.  
Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the  
cassette.  
POWER  
Turns the VCR on or off.  
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References  
Location of Controls  
Back Panel  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
L
R
IN  
OUT  
CH.  
3
4
CH3 CH4 Switch  
VIDEO and AUDIO (L and R) IN Jacks  
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.  
Receives signals from another component, like a  
VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to  
these jacks. Use INPUT to select VID1 in the  
VCR’s display panel.  
ANT. (Antenna) IN Connector  
Receives the signal from an antenna or cable  
system that is attached to this connector.  
VIDEO and AUDIO (L and R) OUT Jacks  
Sends signals from VCR to another component,  
like a TV monitor or VCR, when it is connected  
to these jacks.  
RF OUT Connector  
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.  
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Display Panel  
TIMER Indicator  
Cassette-in Indicator  
STEREO  
SAP  
HI-FI  
TIMER  
AM  
VCR  
SLP REC  
Tape Speed  
Indicator  
REC Indicator  
Time, Time Counter, Channel Number  
(or Line Indicator), and Status Indicators  
HI-FI Indicator  
Cassette-in Indicator (  
)
Lights during hi-fi playback when Tape Playback:  
HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature is set to HI-FI.  
Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Flashes while  
tape is ejecting.  
REC Indicator  
Channel Number, Line Indicator (VID1), Time,  
Time Counter, or Status Indicator  
Lights when the VCR is recording.  
The current time, time counter, channel number, or  
line indicator (VID1) appears here.  
SAP Indicator  
Lights when the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP  
feature is set to SAP, and the station you are tuned  
to is broadcasting SAP.  
Status indicators show what the VCR is doing.  
BYE  
Turned off  
F.FWD  
HI  
Fast forward  
Turned on  
STEREO Indicator  
Lights when the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP  
feature is set to STEREO, and the station you are  
tuned to is broadcasting stereo.  
PLAY  
PAUS  
PAUS  
REC  
Playback  
Frame advance  
Play pause  
Record  
Record pause  
Rewind  
Tape Speed Indicators (SP, LP, or SLP)  
REC.P  
Press SPEED to change.  
REW  
Slow motion  
Forward search  
Reverse search  
VCR stopped  
Timer recording  
TIMER Indicator  
SLOW  
SRCH+  
SRCH–  
STOP  
Lights when a timer recording is set.  
VCR Indicator (Applies Only to Basic Hookups)  
Press TVVCR to turn on or off.  
T.REC  
VCR indicator on: Picture from VCR.  
VCR indicator off: Picture from TV channel.  
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Specifications  
Format:  
VHS  
Record/Playback  
Video: 4-Head  
System:  
Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/ playback system  
Video Signal System:  
Antenna:  
EIA standard: NTSC color  
75-ohm external VHF/ UHF combined  
antenna terminal  
Tuner:  
USA:  
181 channels capability*  
(125 cable channels)  
Canada: 178 channels capability*  
(122 cable channels)  
Type:  
AutoProgramming frequency synthesis  
120V AC, 60 Hz  
Power Requirement:  
Power Consumption:  
Dimensions:  
19 watts  
3.54 inches high  
(90 mm)  
14.1 inches wide  
(360 mm)  
12.2 inches deep  
(312 mm)  
Weight:  
9.46 pounds  
(4.3 kg)  
Storage Temperature  
Range:  
- 22 F (- 30 C) to +149 F (+65 C)  
˚
˚
˚
˚
Operating  
Temperature Range:  
+41 F (+5 C) to +104 F (+40 C)  
˚
˚
˚
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*Check your cable companys compatibility requirements.  
Cleaning the VCR  
Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your  
VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top, back, sides, and  
bottom of the cabinet.  
Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various  
solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the materials  
used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. We recommend using a non-  
abrasive, anti-static cleaner and polisher.  
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Trouble Checks  
Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below  
before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Servicenter.  
Trouble  
Here's what to try:  
• Plug VCR into an operating outlet.  
• Check connections.  
No power  
• Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to  
drain the microprocessor inside the remote to reset it. Reinstall the batteries  
and try remote again.  
VCR does not respond to remote  
• Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.  
• Change batteries.  
No picture when VCR turned on – using a basic  
hookup  
• Press TVVCR to turn VCR indicator on. See page 10.  
• Check to see if Auto TV/VCR feature is set to OFF. See page 10.  
Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing  
• Press TVVCR to turn VCR indicator off.  
• Switch TV to an active channel.  
• Check antenna connections.  
Snowy or no picture during playback  
• Press TVVCR to turn VCR indicator on.  
• Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel  
selected with CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.  
• Check TV’s fine tuning.  
• Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.  
• Set TV monitor to video input channel.  
• Try another tape.  
• Some snow/ streaks are normal during search, frame advance, slow-motion,  
or stop-action playback.  
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.  
• A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther  
back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.  
Will not record or play  
No cassette in VCR.  
• Eject and re-insert cassette.  
• Broken tape — try another cassette.  
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Trouble  
Here's what to try:  
• Some snow/ streaks are normal during search, frame advance, slow-motion,  
or stop-action playback.  
Streaks in picture during normal playback  
• VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE.  
Will not record  
• Safety tab removed from cassette.  
• Make sure the line indicator (VID1) is turned off in VCRs display panel for  
normal recording from the VCRs tuner. Press INPUT to turn off the line  
indicator.  
• Tape already rewound.  
Rewind does not operate  
• Cable box was not turned on or was tuned to the wrong channel at time  
recording was to begin.  
Timer recording not made  
or wrong program recorded  
• Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).  
• Power interruption. Clock area in display panel will show - -:- -.  
• Check to see if time and date are correct — including AM/PM.  
• Check Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 8.  
• Program exceeded tapes length or tape was not rewound beforehand.  
• VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start.  
No tape in VCR or cassettes safety tab broken off.  
Clock shows incorrect time or date  
VCR makes noise when stopped  
• Power interruption. Clock on the front panel will show --:--.  
• Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date).  
• Time counter display appears in VCRs display panel. Press DISPLAY on  
remote.  
• VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside  
the VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in  
the stop mode.  
Will not auto channel search active  
channels correctly  
• Check antenna connections.  
• Check Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 8.  
Cannot select channels over 69  
• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type:  
CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 8.  
Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to  
play automatically  
• Set Auto Play ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 12.  
Displays appear in wrong language  
Stereo or SAP sound not recorded  
Language feature set incorrectly. Details are on page 9.  
Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to STEREO to record  
broadcast stereo. See page 23.  
Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to SAP to record SAP.  
See page 23.  
STEREO or SAP indicator not on. Station not broadcasting stereo or SAP.  
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Limited Warranty  
What your warranty covers:  
Any defect in material or workmanship.  
For how long after your purchase:  
Ninety days for labor charges.  
One year for parts.  
The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from  
date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.  
What we will do:  
Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your VCR.  
Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option,  
refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR.  
How you get service:  
Take your VCR to any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter. To identify your  
nearest Authorized GE VCR Servicenter, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow  
Pages, or call 1-800-447-1700.  
Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date.  
Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed.  
What your warranty does not cover:  
Customer instruction. (Your Owners Manual clearly describes how to install,  
adjust, and operate your VCR. Any additional information should be obtained  
from your Dealer.)  
Installation and related adjustments.  
Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR.  
Damage from misuse or neglect.  
Cleaning of video/ audio heads.  
Remote control batteries.  
A VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used  
for institutional or other commercial purposes.  
A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA.  
Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your VCR.  
It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of  
the card is not required for warranty coverage.  
How state law relates to this warranty:  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other  
rights that vary from state to state.  
If you purchased your VCR outside the United States:  
This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
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Index  
INPUT Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,22,24,27  
LANGUAGE Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Line Input, Recording From . . . . . . . . .22  
Manual Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
MENU Button . . . . . . . .8,9,10,11,13,17,21  
Number Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11  
On-Screen Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
One Touch Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Operation  
Setting a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . .21  
Setting Up the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA  
Accessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Add or Remove Channels from  
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS Menu . . . . .9  
Advance, Frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
ANT. (Antenna) IN Connector . . . . .3-6,27  
Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3  
AUDIO and VIDEO Jacks . .3-6,17,22,24,27  
AUDIO Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17,23,24  
Audio Only, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Auto Channel Search Feature . . . . . . . . .8  
Auto Play Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,13  
Auto TV/VCR Feature . . . . . . . . . . . .3,4,10  
Automatic Tracking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27  
Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Batteries, Inserting in Remote . . . . . . . . .7  
Broadcasts Stereo TV, Recording . . . . .23  
Card, Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
Cassette-In Indicator . . . . . . . . . .12,19,28  
CH3 CH4 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6,8,27  
CHANNEL Button . . . . . . . . . .8,9,10,11,26  
Channel Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . .28  
CHANNELS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Checking Timer Programs . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Checks, Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31  
Choisissez une Langue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Choosing a Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Cleaning the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
CLEAR Button . . . . . . .9,11,15,16,17,21,22  
Clearing Timer Programs . . . . . . . . . . .22  
Commercial Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Connections  
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
SLOW Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
SLOW Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14,28  
Slow Motion Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
SLP Speed and Indicator . . . . . . . . . .18,28  
Solving Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31  
SP Speed and Indicator . . . . . . . . . .18,28  
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
SPEED Button . . . . . .11,18,19,20,21,23,24  
Speeds, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
SRCH Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Startup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15  
Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
STEREO/MONO/SAP Feature . . . . .23,24  
Stop Action Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
STOP Button  
. . . . . . . . . . .11,15,16,19,20,21,23,24,25  
Stopping a One Touch Recording . . . .20  
Stopping a Timer Recording . . . . . . . . .21  
STOPEJECT  
Button . . . . . . .12,15,19,20,21,23,24,26  
Tab, Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX  
Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Tape Speed Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . .18,28  
Tape, Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Time and Date, Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Time Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,28  
Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,28  
Time, Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
TIMER Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21,28  
Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21  
TIMER RECORDINGS Menu . . . . . .21,22  
TRACKING Buttons . . . . . .11,12,13,14,26  
Trouble Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31  
Turn On TV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Turn on VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
TV, Turn On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
TVVCR Button . . . . . . .10,11,12,19,23,28  
Types of Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
VCR Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-28  
VCR Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10,12,19,28  
VCR MAIN MENU  
Audio Only, Recording . . . . . . . . . .24  
Basic Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
First Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
One Touch Recording . . . . . . . . . . .20  
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
Recording One Channel While  
Watching Another . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Stereo TV Recording . . . . . . . . . . . .23  
Tape Copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25  
PAUS (Pause) Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
PAUSE Button . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,13,18,25  
Pause for Stop Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Pause, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Picture Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Play a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
PLAY Button . . . . . . . . . . . .11,12,13,14,25  
Playback Sound, Selecting . . . . . . . . . . .17  
Playback, Slow Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
PLAYPAUSE Button . . . . . . .12,13,14,26  
POWER Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,26  
PREFERENCES Menu . . . . . . . . . . .10,13  
PREV CH (Previous Channel) Button .11  
Problems, Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30-31  
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
REC and RECORD  
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . .11,19,23,24,25,26  
REC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19,20,28  
REC.P (Record Pause) Indicator . . .18,28  
Record Audio Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24  
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-25  
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV . . . . . .23  
Recording, Basic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Recordings, Types of . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18  
Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Remove or Add Channels from  
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
REMOVE/ADD CHANNELS Menu . . . . .9  
REW (Rewind) Button . . .3,11,12,16,25,26  
RF OUT Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6,27  
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i  
Safety Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12  
SAP Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23,28  
SEARCH Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,16  
Select a Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Sensor, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
Set Clock Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Set the Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
SET TIME AND DATE Menu . . . . . . . . . .9  
Antenna System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3  
Cable System With Cable Box . .2,4,5  
Cable System Without Cable  
Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3  
Two VCRs For Tape Copying . . . . .7  
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1  
Copying and Editing Tapes . . . . . . . . . .25  
Copying Tape, Connections . . . . . . . . . .6  
Date, Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9  
Design Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
DISPLAY Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,11,15  
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28  
Displays, Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15,28  
Editing and Copying Tapes . . . . . . . . . .25  
F.ADV (Frame Advance) Button . . . . . .14  
FF and FWD (Fast Forward)  
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . .11,13,15,16,25,26  
First-Time Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10  
Frame Advance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26  
FWD and FF (Fast Forward)  
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-10,13,17,21,22,23,24  
VCR, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29  
VCR, Turn On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels In . . .8  
VCRs, Connecting for Tape Copying . .6  
VID1 Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,11,28  
Warranty, Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32  
Watch One Channel While  
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . .11,13,15,16,25,26  
HI-FI Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23,28  
Hookup, Choosing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Index Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
INDEX SEARCH Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
Recording Another . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Zero Search Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
ZERO SEARCH Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16  
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For your nearest Authorized Servicenter  
call toll-free in the U.S.A.  
1-800-447-1700  
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. This  
will only add delays in service for your product.  
10330 North Meridian Street  
Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024  
©1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.  
Trademark(s)® Registered  
Marca(s) Registrada(s)  
Printed in Korea  
Part Number 96-VG4251-1  
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