VR5 3 9
USER’S
GUIDE
VIDEO CASSETTE RECO RDER
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Introduction
Table of Contents
Automatic Tracking _______________ 20
Manual Tracking__________________ 20
Go-To Search _____________________ 22
Blank Search ______________________23
Pro-Tect Plus ™ Locking Feature ____ 23
Auto Repeat ______________________ 24
Important Information
Warnings______________________________ 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 System With Cable Box to
Recording a Program
Unscramble All Channels ___________ 4
Cable System With Cable Box to
Types of Recordings ___________________ 25
Basic Recording –
Unscramble Pay Channels___________ 5
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes_ 6
Operating Instructions _____________ 25
Watch a TV Channel While VCR
Recording Features
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 7
Use the On-screen Menu System _____ 8
Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 9
Add or Remove Channels from
Recording Speeds _________________ 26
Recording Pause __________________ 26
Recording While You're Away
Setting Up the Cable Box
or Satellite Receiver _____________ 28
VCR Plus+ Recording ___________ 29-30
Checking or Clearing a VCR Plus+ or
Editing a VCR Plus+ or Timer
VCR's Memory __________________ 9
Using the Remote Control
Component, VCR, TV, and Cable Box
Timer Recording From the
or RCA Satellite Receiver Buttons __ 12-13
Controlling a TV ______________________ 15
Controlling a Cable Box or RCA DSS™
Controlling an RCA Auxiliary Component _ 17
VCR’s Line Input _______________ 33
Using Two VCRs for Copying
References
Location of Controls
Playing a Tape
Front Panel_______________________ 35
Display Panel_____________________ 36
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 41
Index _____________________________ 42-43
Operating Instructions _________________ 18
Using the Playback Features
Auto Play Feature _________________ 19
Pause for Stop-Action______________ 19
Slow Motion______________________ 19
Frame Advance ___________________ 20
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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 hookup shows 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 hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a monitor/ receiver (TV with audio and video jacks)
using a signal splitter. 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 questions 1 and 2 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.
From Antenna
A
or Cable
Use this hookup for a simple connection
300/75 Ohm
Adapter
which requires fewer accessories.
OR
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
Back of VCR
IN FROM
ANTENNA
2. Connect as shown.
OUTPUT
INPUT
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
CH
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Continue to page 7.
4.
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
VHF
UHF
OR
Cable/
Antenna
Back of TV
B. Advanced hookup.
From Antenna
or Cable
B
300/75 Ohm
Adapter
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation — use of TV•VCR button not
required.
Signal
Splitter
OR
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
Back of VCR
Continue to page 7.
3.
IN FROM
ANTENNA
OUTPUT
INPUT
You will tune the TV to its video input to watch
the VCR.
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
CH
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Audio/Video Cables
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
OUT AUDIO
S-VIDEO
IN
CABLE /
ANTENNA
L /
MONO
Back of TV
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Hooking Up the VCR
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels
Position Cable Box
VCR's Signals
Transmitters
Position a remote-controllable cable box on
top of the VCR as shown. Be sure not to
block any of the VCR’s ventilation holes.
Wall
Cable
Box
Front of VCR
Cable Box
From Cable
A
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
IN
OUT
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
RF Coaxial
Cable
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
Back of VCR
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
IN FROM
ANTENNA
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
2. Connect as shown.
3
4
CH
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
Continue to page 7.
4.
VHF
UHF
OR
Cable/
Antenna
Back of TV
B. Advanced hookup.
Cable Box
B
From Cable
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation — use of TV•VCR button not
required.
IN
OUT
RF Coaxial
Cable
1. Connect as shown.
Signal
Splitter
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
Back of VCR
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
IN FROM
ANTENNA
cable box.
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
CH
Continue to page 7.
3.
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
You will tune the TV to its video input to watch
the VCR.
Audio/Video Cables
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
OUT AUDIO
S-VIDEO
IN
CABLE /
ANTENNA
L /
MONO
Back of TV
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Hooking Up the VCR
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)
Position Cable Box
VCR's Signals
Transmitters
Position a remote-controllable cable box on
top of the VCR as shown. Be sure not to
block any of the VCR’s ventilation holes.
Wall
Cable
Box
Front of VCR
Cable Box
A. Basic hookup.
A
From Cable
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
IN
OUT
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
RF Coaxial
Cable
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
Back of VCR
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
IN FROM
ANTENNA
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUDIO VIDEO
2. Connect as shown.
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
CH
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
Continue to page 7.
4.
VHF
OR
Cable/
Antenna
UHF
B. Advanced hookup.
Signal
Splitter
B
Cable Box
From Cable
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation — use of TV•VCR button not
required.
IN
OUT
RF Coaxial
Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
1. Connect as shown.
Back of VCR
OUTPUT
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
IN FROM
ANTENNA
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
INPUT
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
cable box.
CH
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
RIGHT
OUT AUDIO
S-VIDEO
IN
CABLE /
ANTENNA
L /
MONO
RF Coaxial
Cable
(supplied)
Back of TV
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Hooking Up the VCR
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
From Antenna, Cable
Option A hookup.
A
or Cable Box
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
IN FROM
ANTENNA
and then modify with this connection.
Playback
VCR
OUTPUT
INPUT
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.
CH
You will tune the recording VCR to this channel
to receive the signal from the playback VCR.
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
3. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
IN FROM
ANTENNA
Recording
OUTPUT
INPUT
VCR
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
3
4
CH
Continue to page 7.
5.
Audio/Video
Cables
RF Coaxial
Cable
or
Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
pages 3, 4, or 5.
B
Option B hookup.
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy
quality and more convenient operation —
use of TV•VCR button not required.
IN FROM
ANTENNA
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
Playback
VCR (only)
and then modify with this connection.
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
2. Connect as shown.
CH
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
Audio/Video
Cables
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
IN FROM
ANTENNA
Continue to page 7.
4.
Recording
VCR
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
You will select the audio/ video input L1 or on
the recording VCR to receive the signal from
the playback VCR.
CH
Audio/Video
Cables
RF Coaxial
Cable
or
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
television programs and 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.
LD
REW
PLAY
FF
STOP
PAUSE
REC
2 “AAA” Batteries
DISPLAY
SEARCH
MUTE
1
PREV CH
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
4
7
INPUT
TV•VCR
CLEAR
*
SPEED
MOVE
F.ADV
EDIT
RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 207417)
_
SLOW
+
TRACKING
Remote (Stock No. 221318)
2. Insert batteries in remote.
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 owner’s manual for details.)
4. Turn on the VCR.
A. Press VCR1 on the remote.
SETUP
The Interactive Guide appears the first time the VCR is turned on after
connecting it. It is a step-by-step question-and-answer procedure that
helps you select the feature options to set up the VCR quickly.
The setup procedure
will help you configure
your VCR. Would you
like to begin the
setup procedure now?
B. Select 1 to Begin setup and answer the on-screen questions or select 2
1 Begin setup
to Cancel.
2 Cancel
If you choose not to use the Interactive Guide feature, then follow the
remaining steps in this section to set up the VCR to work properly.
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
5. Use the on-screen menu system.
Point and Select is the method you use to move through the menu system. There are two ways to
accomplish this method. One is using the MENU•PROG and number buttons on the remote that
correspond to the numbered menu items. The second way is using MENU•PROG or MENU and arrow
buttons on the remote or front of the VCR to point and select an item in the menu. Although there are
two ways to access the menu system, only the number buttons are referenced throughout this manual
to explain the VCR features and operations.
Using the number buttons
The number buttons allow you to point and select a menu item at the same time. They are also used to
enter data and change settings of selected features.
1
4
7
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
An example of setting the time using the number
buttons follows:
VCR MAIN MENU
A. Press MENU•PROG to bring up the VCR MAIN
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
*
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
MENU on the TV screen.
B. Press 6 to point and select SET VCR CLOCK.
5 VCR Setup Options
6 Set VCR Clock
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons
on the remote. See page 11 for the details on how to
enter the data.
SET VCR CLOCK
Time --:--
(hh:mm)
D. Follow the directions at the bottom of the screen
when you finish entering the data.
Date --/--/--
Press MENU to exit
Using the arrow buttons
*
The on-screen menus can be accessed with either the arrow buttons on the remote or the front panel.
Using the arrow buttons on the VCR front panel is especially helpful if the remote becomes inoperable.
The up/ down arrow buttons move the highlight bar up and down to point to a menu item, and the
MENU•PROG button selects the item. They are also used to enter data and change settings of selected
features. The left and right arrows move from one location to another with the right arrow moving
forward and the left arrow moving backward.
MOVE
Remote
An example of setting the time using the arrow
buttons follows:
VCR MAIN MENU
MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
A. Press MENU•PROG or MENU to bring up the
Front of VCR
VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
VCR MAIN MENU
B. Press the down arrow button to highlight SET
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
VCR CLOCK.
3 Review Programs
C. Press MENU•PROG or MENU to select.
4 Channel Setup
5 VCR Setup Options
6 Set VCR Clock
D. Enter the time and date with the up and down
arrow buttons. Press the up or down arrow
button to move through the numbers to enter the
first digit.
SET VCR CLOCK
Time --:--
E. Press the right arrow button to move one space to
the right.
SET VCR CLOCK
Time 11:30 AM
F. Repeats steps D and E until the time and date are
entered.
SET VCR CLOCK
Note: Use the left arrow if you need to move
backward.
Time 11:30 AM
G. Follow the directions at the bottom of the screen
Date 08/04/9-
(mm/dd/yy)
when you finish entering the data.
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to set
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
6. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.
Channels 2 through 13 including line input (L1/L2) are in the
VCR’s memory when you first turn it on. Pressing CHANNEL up
or down stops on these channels. To get additional channels
available on your antenna or cable system, you must use the Auto-
Search Channels feature of the VCR. If you ever change cable or
antenna signals, you may need to Auto-Search Channels again.
VCR MAIN MENU
A. Press VCR1 to set remote to control VCR.
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
B. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU
on the TV screen. If the menu does not appear on the TV
screen:
CHANNEL SETUP
•
Make sure TV is tuned to same channel as CH3 CH4
switch on VCR or the TV’s video input (refer to TV’s
manual).
1 Auto-Search Channels
CH 14
•
•
Press VCR1 and then press MENU•PROG.
If you use a basic hookup, check VCR indicator in display
Searching Channels
panel — it should be on. Press TV•VCR to turn it on.
•
Check the connections.
C. Press 4 to select CHANNEL SETUP.
D. Press 1 to begin Auto-Search Channels.
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 up or down will select
only the active channels.
The VCR automatically selects ANTENNA or CABLE of the
Tuning Mode feature in the CHANNEL SETUP menu. If you
need to change the setting manually, press 3.
7. 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
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
A. Press VCR1.
B. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU
CHANNEL SETUP
on the TV screen.
1 Auto-Search Channels
C. Press 4 to select the CHANNEL SETUP menu.
D. Press 2 to select the ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL menu.
E. Follow the directions on the screen.
CHANNEL SETUP
1 Auto-Search Channels
2 Add/Remove Channels
F. Add or remove more channels by entering channel numbers or
using CHANNEL up or down.
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL
CH 03
is presently ADDED
Press CLEAR to remove
Press MENU to exit
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
8. Use TV•VCR button.
Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.
When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets
you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the
picture from the TV channel. This button allows you to record a
program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV.
Details are on page 25.
A. Press VCR1 to set the remote to control the VCR.
B. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR. The VCR
indicator lights in the display panel.
C. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR.
The channel number changes on the TV screen and in the
display panel.
D. Press TV•VCR to see the TV channels.
The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.
Change channels using the TV’s remote.
E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel —
CH3 or CH4.
F. Press VCR1, then TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from
the VCR.
9. Set Auto TV/VCR feature.
Skip this step if you used one of the basic hookups.
If you have connected your VCR using the video input of your
TV, you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on
automatically.
VCR MAIN MENU
A. Press MENU•PROG on remote to see VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 5 to display SETUP OPTIONS.
C. Press 3 to display CUSTOM SETUP.
D. Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR.
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
5 VCR Setup Options
SETUP OPTIONS
1 Interactive Guide
2 VCR Plus+ Setup
3 Custom Setup
E. Press 2 to switch between ON and OFF.
•
Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch
your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. You will then
press the TV•VCR button to turn the VCR indicator on or
off to switch between the picture coming from the VCR or
television channels.
CUSTOM SETUP
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto TV/VCR: ON
CUSTOM SETUP
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto TV/VCR:
OFF
•
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.
3 Auto Play:
ON
4 Auto Repeat:
5 Panel Display:
OFF
AUTO
Pressing TV•VCR on the remote will still turn the VCR
0 Exit to Setup
indicator on or off.
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
10. Set the time and date.
This --:-- appears in the clock area of the VCR’s display panel.
VCR
SLP
A. Press MENU•PROG on remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU on the TV screen.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
B. Press 6 to display SET VCR CLOCK.
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the
remote.
5 VCR Setup Options
6 Set VCR Clock
• Press 0 before single-digit numbers.
Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7 for a time
of 5:07. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM.
SET VCR CLOCK
Time --:--
(hh:mm)
• Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.
D. Press MENU•PROG on remote to remove SET VCR CLOCK
Date --/--/--
from the TV screen and start the clock.
E. Press 0 to exit the menu system.
Press MENU to exit
The time will appear in the VCR’s display panel and the time
and date will appear on the TV screen whenever you press
DISPLAY.
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Using the Remote Control
Buttons
Component Buttons
Press one of the buttons to set the remote to operate that component.
AUX (Auxiliary)
is programmed to control that TV.
See page 15.
Used with POWER button to turn on
a compatible RCA audio component.
See page 17.
VCR1
Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan
or GE VCR and sets remote to control
VCR.
CABLE
LD
Used with POWER button to turn on
a compatible cable box or an RCA
DSS™ satellite receiver.* See page 16.
VCR2•LD
PLAY
STOP
FF
REW
Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan
or GE VCR and sets remote to control
VCR when it has been set up. See
page 14.
TV
Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan,
or GE TV and sets the remote to
control the TV.
PAUSE
REC
Used with POWER button to turn on
compatible RCA or ProScan
LaserDisc player.
SEARCH
DISPLAY
Used with POWER button to turn on
another brand of TV when the remote
VCR Function Buttons
Press VCR1 (VCR2•LD) to set remote to control the VCR to use the
MUTE
1
PREV CH
function buttons.
2
5
8
0
3
6
9
Arrow Buttons (MOVE
)
FF (Fast Forward)
Allow you to move through the
menus, enter data and change settings
of selected features. See page 8.
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR
is stopped.
4
Searches the picture in forward
motion during playback.
7
TV•VCR
INPUT
CHAN (Channel) Up or Down
INPUT
Selects next higher or lower channel
in the VCR’s channel memory.
Turns the line input (L1 or L2) in VCR
display panel or VIDEO1 or VIDEO2
on TV screen on or off.
CLEAR
SPEED
*
CLEAR
Resets time counter to 0:00:00.
Line input refers to the signal coming
from the component connected to the
audio/ video input jacks on the back
(L1) or front of the VCR (L2).
Allows you to change entries when
setting the clock or VCR for a VCR
Plus+ or a timer recording.
MOVE
F.ADV
EDIT
_
MENU•PROG
DISPLAY
SLOW
+
TRACKING
Brings up VCR MAIN MENU on the
Shows the status displays on the TV
TV screen.
screen. See pages 20 and 36.
Exits or removes a menu from the
screen.
Edits timer programs.
EDIT
Selects a menu item.
Signals two properly connected VCRs
to begin copying a tape. See page 34.
Numbers (0 through 9)
Select a channel up to 99 by pressing
two numbers.
F.ADV (Frame Advance)
Lets you view one frame with each
press of the button when tape is in
stop-action pause.
Select a cable channel over 99 by
pressing and holding 1 until 1--
appears on the screen. Then press the
other two numbers.
*DSS is a trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics.
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Using the Remote Control
VCR Function Buttons
(continued)
PAUSE
REC
SPEED (Tape Speed)
Pauses action for viewing during
playback.
Starts VCR recording.
Selects a recording speed
(SP, LP, SLP).
Used for express recording (XPR).
Pauses recording to prevent recording of
unwanted scenes.
See page 27.
STOP
Stops the normal functions such as
record, playback, rewind, fast forward,
and pause of the VCR.
REW (Rewind)
PLAY
Plays a tape.
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse motion
during playback.
TRACKING Up or Down
POWER
Lets you manually reduce the streaks that
may appear on the picture during play,
slow, or pause.
Turns off VCR when remote is set to
control the VCR.
SEARCH
Displays INDEX, TIME, GO-TO and
BLANK SEARCH menus on TV.
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Reduces picture “jitter” during stop-
action playback.
Switches between two channels.
Advances tape 60 or 120 seconds during
playback.
Select one channel and then select
another. Press PREV CH to switch
between the two channels.
TV•VCR
Switches the picture signal so
that it either comes from the VCR or the
TV channel. See page 10.
SLOW - / +
Used for slow-motion playback.
TV Function Buttons
Press the TV button to set remote to control a compatible TV. Some buttons may not work with the TV.
Arrow Buttons (MOVE
)
Removes menus or displays from the
screen.
Used with TV button to turn on a
compatible TV that the remote has been
programmed to control.
Allow you to move through the menus,
enter data and change settings of selected
features.
MUTE
See page 15.
Turns the TV sound on or off.
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
CHAN (Channel) Up or Down
Numbers (0 through 9 )
Switches between two channels.
Selects next higher or lower channel in
the TV’s channel memory when remote is
set to control a TV.
Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two
numbers.
Select one channel and then select
another. Press PREV CH to switch
between the two channels.
To select a cable channel over 99, press
and hold 1 until 1-- appears on the
screen. Then press the other two
numbers.
CLEAR
VOL (Volume) Up or Down
Removes menus or status displays from
the screen.
Raises and lowers sound of TV.
DISPLAY
POWER
Shows the status displays on the screen.
Turns off a compatible TV when remote
is set to control that TV.
Cable Box or DSS™* Satellite Receiver Function Buttons
Press the CABLE button to set remote to control a compatible cable box or DSS satellite receiver (if connected). Some buttons may
not work with the cable box or DSS satellite receiver. For the DSS satellite receiver, you will want to test the other remote buttons to
see which ones work with the satellite receiver.
POWER
CHAN (Channel) Up or Down
Numbers (0 through 9 )
Turns off a compatible cable box or DSS
satellite receiver when remote is set to
control that cable box or DSS satellite
receiver.
Selects next higher or lower channel in
the cable box or DSS satellite receiver’s
channel memory when remote is set to
control a cable box or satellite.
Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two
numbers.
To select a cable channel over 99, press
and hold 1 until 1-- appears on the
screen. Then press the other two
numbers.
*DSS is a trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics.
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Using the Remote Control
Controlling a VCR
The VCR’s remote controls two compatible RCA, ProScan or GE VCRs with the VCR1 and VCR2•LD
buttons. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to VCR1 without being programmed. If you own
two compatible VCRs, test them to see if VCR1 turns on both VCRs. If it does, then you may want to
program this VCR to respond to the VCR2•LD button on the remote.
Program the VCR for remote control
Set the Remote Control feature of the VCR to the VCR1 or
VCR2 position. The remote then controls the VCR with either
the VCR1 or VCR2•LD button — whichever
position you select in the menu.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
1. Press MENU•PROG to display the VCR
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
MAIN MENU.
5 VCR Setup Options
2. Press 5 to display the SETUP OPTIONS
menu.
SETUP OPTIONS
3. Press 3 to display the CUSTOM SETUP
1 Interactive Guide
2 VCR Plus+ Setup
3 Custom Setup
menu.
4. Press 1 to activate the Remote Control
CUSTOM SETUP
feature.
1 Remote Control: VCR1
5. Press VCR1 or VCR2•LD to change the
setting and program this VCR to respond to
the VCR1 or VCR2•LD button — whichever
you select.
2 Auto TV/VCR:
3 Auto Play:
ON
ON
4 Auto Repeat:
5 Panel Display:
OFF
AUTO
0 Exit to Setup
Important Reminder: Remember you must
press VCR1 or VCR2•LD on the remote —
w hichever you selected in the m enu —
before the remote will operate this VCR.
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Using the Remote Control
Controlling a TV
The VCR‘s remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE
TV. The remote can also be set up to control other manufacturer‘s brands. To program the remote for
another manufacturer’s TV, enter the code that corresponds to your brand.
Program the remote for a TV
1. Turn on the TV.
2. Point the VCR remote at the TV.
3. Hold the TV button and press two number buttons to enter the code for
your brand. If the TV changes channels when the CHAN up or down button
is pressed, setup is complete.
4. Release the buttons.
5. Repeat steps 2 – 4 with a different code if the first one does not work.
TV Code List
Code
Code
Code
Brand *
Number(s)
Brand *
Number(s)
Brand *
Number(s)
Akai
AOC
Candle
Citizen
Colortyme
Concerto
Curtis Mathes
Daewoo
Daytron
Electrohome
Emerson
Envision
Fisher
03
06
06
06
06
06
01,06
06
06
Kawasho
Kenwood
Loewe
Luxman
LXI
Magnavox
Marantz
MGA
Mitsubishi
MTC
NAD
NEC
Panasonic
Philco
Philips
Pioneer
Portland
ProScan
Proton
Quasar
Radio Shack
RCA
03,06
06,12
04
Realistic
Sampo
Samsung
Sanyo
05
06
06,09,12
05,08
01,05,06,07,
08,10,12
06,13
03
06
04,06,12
11
06
06
06
05,07,09
00
06
04,05,07
04,06,12
04,06
06,12
06,12
06
Sears
Sharp
Sony
Soundesign
Sylvania
Technics
Techwood
Teknika
TMK
Toshiba
Universal
Victor
06,12
06
07
06
05,06
05,08
00,01,06,11
06,12
06
04,11
04,06,12
03,04,06,12
06
06
01
06
11
01,05,13
01,06,12
GE
Goldstar
Hallmark
Hitachi
Infinity
J C Penney
JBL
06
04
10
Wards
00,01,04,06,
12,13
12
00,01,06,09
04
06
Yamaha
Zenith
Jensen
JVC
02
10,11
* The remote may not be able to control every TV model of the brands listed.
Help fu l Hin t: Notice the d ifference betw een the TV and VCR on-screen
displays. This is one way to tell if the remote is set to control the VCR or the TV.
Operate the TV
After you have set up your remote to control your TV, test the TV buttons
to see which ones operate your TV.
1. Point the remote at the TV and press TV.
2. If TV does not turn on in step 1, press TV and then POWER.
3. Use the “TV Function Buttons” as described on page 13.
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Using the Remote Control
Controlling a Cable Box or an RCA DSS™* Satellite Receiver
The CABLE button on the VCR’s remote is preprogrammed to control either a compatible RCA cable box or an RCA DSS satellite
receiver. If the cable box is another manufacturer’s brand and it has its own remote, then you may be able to program the VCR’s
remote to control the cable box. To program the remote for another manufacturer’s cable box, enter the code that corresponds to your
brand.
Program the remote for a cable box
1. Turn on the cable box.
2. Point the VCR remote at the cable box.
3. Hold the CABLE button and press two number buttons to enter the code
for your brand.
4. Release the buttons.
5. Press POWER on the remote. If the cable box turns off, setup is complete.
6. Repeat steps 2 – 5 with a different code if the first one does not work.
Cable Box Code List
Code
Code
Brand **
Number(s)
Brand **
Number(s)
ABC
53,54
Philips
07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29, 32,
Anvision
07, 08
33, 40, 41
Cablestar
07, 08
Pioneer
18, 20, 44
Eagle
07, 08
Randtek
RCA
07, 08
Eastern International
General Instrument
02
00, 27
04, 05, 15, 23, 24, 25, 30,
Regal
12, 13
36
Regency
Samsung
Scientific Atlanta
Sylvania
Teknika
Texscan
Tocom
02, 33
Hamlin
Hitachi
Jerrold
12, 13, 34,48
44
37, 43
03, 22, 35
04, 05, 15, 23, 24, 25, 30,
11
36, 45, 46,47
06
Macon
37, 43
10, 11
Magnavox
07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29, 32,
17, 21,49, 50
33, 40, 41
09
Unika
31, 32, 41
NSC
Universal
Viewstar
51, 52
Oak
01, 16, 38
16
07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29, 32,
Oak Sigma
Panasonic
33, 40, 41
44
03, 27, 39
Warner Amex
Zenith
14, 42
** The remote may not be able to control every cable box model of the brands listed.
Operate the cable box or RCA DSS satellite receiver
After you have set up your remote to control your cable box (if required), test the
buttons to see which ones operate your cable box or RCA DSS satellite receiver.
1. Point the remote at the cable box or satellite receiver and press CABLE.
2. If the cable box or satellite receiver does not turn on in step 1, press CABLE and
then POWER.
3. Use the “Cable Box Function Buttons” for the cable box or satellite receiver or
test the other remote buttons for the satellite receiver box.
*DSS is a trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics.
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Using the Remote Control
Controlling an RCA Auxiliary Component
The remote that came packed with your VCR can control only compatible RCA audio components, such as
a radio, CD player, tape player or turntable. The remote must be programmed for the specific component
the remote is to control. To program the remote, use the code that corresponds to your component.
Program the remote for an RCA auxiliary component
1. Turn on the component.
2. Point the VCR remote at the component.
3. Hold the AUX button and press two number buttons to enter the code for
the component.
4. Release the buttons.
5. Press POWER on the remote. If the component turns off, setup is complete.
Type of Auxiliary Equipment and Code*
AM/FM
CD
TAPE
PHONO
RCA
03
07
06
05
* The remote may not be able to control every RCA model of the
auxiliary equipment listed.
Operate the auxiliary component
After you have set up your remote to control your component, test the buttons
to see which ones operate the component.
1. Point the remote at the component and press AUX.
2. If the component does not turn on in step 1, press AUX and then POWER.
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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 TV’s 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.
PLAY
REW F.FWD
STOP
REC•XPR
EJECT
POWER
PAUSE
VCR
Safety Tab
3. Press PLAY, if necessary. PLAY appears in the VCR’s display panel.
4. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or CHANNEL•TRACKING up or
down on the VCR to remove any streaks from the picture, if necessary. Details
are on page 20.
5. Press STOP on the VCR or remote.
6. Press REW.
The VCR automatically rewinds 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 EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound.
PLAY
REW F.FWD
STOP
REC•XPR
EJECT
POWER
PAUSE
VC
EJECT
STOP
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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 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
1. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the
TV screen.
5 VCR Setup Options
2. Press 5 to select the SETUP OPTIONS menu.
3. Press 3 to select the CUSTOM SETUP menu.
4. Press 3 to select Auto Play: ON or OFF.
SETUP OPTIONS
1 Interactive Guide
2 VCR Plus+ Setup
3 Custom Setup
CUSTOM SETUP
• Select ON to have a tape with its safety tab removed start playing
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto TV/VCR:
3 Auto Play:
4 Auto Repeat:
5 Panel Display:
automatically.
ON
OFF
OFF
AUTO
• Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab removed to
start playing automatically.
0 Exit to Setup
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 speeds.
1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.
STILL appears in the VCR’s display panel.
2. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or CHANNEL•TRACKING
on the VCR to reduce any jittering of the picture.
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR switches automatically from stop-action playback to stop after
a few minutes.
Slow Motion
You can view the picture in slow motion during play or play pause. SLOW + and –
allow you to change the speed. Sound is turned off during slow-motion playback.
Slow motion works best in the SP and SLP speeds.
1. Press SLOW + to increase the speed or – to decrease the speed.
2. Use TRACKING up or down on the remote or CHANNEL•TRACKING on
the VCR to remove any streaks from the picture.
3. Press PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion 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. The picture is best for
tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed.
Fast Forward Search
1. Press F.FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote to search
forward at a faster-than-normal speed.
2. Press F.FWD on the VCR, FF on the remote, or PLAY to
return to playback.
Rewind Search
Use REW instead of F.FWD for the same steps as in “Fast Forward Search.”
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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.
Press
DISPLAY
Status Displays
The time and date must be set before they are displayed. If
you do not press DISPLAY again, this display times out.
11/18/94 FRI 01:30AM SLP
2. Press DISPLAY again to continually display the time counter
on the TV screen. The time counter appears instead of the
time in the VCR’s display panel.
3. Press DISPLAY again to remove the time counter from the TV.
0:30:00
Hours
The time counter remains in the VCR’s display panel and no
status displays appear on the TV screen. This is convenient
for editing tapes.
Minutes
Seconds
Press
DISPLAY
Again
4. Press DISPLAY again to return to the normal displays.
Time Counter Only
The clock appears in the VCR’s display panel.
Turning off the VCR automatically returns the displays to
normal.
Frame Advance (F.ADV Button)
Press
DISPLAY
Again
No Displays
Appear on TV Screen
Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another. Frame
advance works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speeds.
1. Press PAUSE to stop the action.
2. Press F.ADV each time you want to view the next frame of the
scene.
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to resume normal playback.
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 VCR’s 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 CHANNEL•TRACKING on the VCR are used when playing a
tape. They have no effect during recording.
When streaks or snow appear during normal or slow-motion playback,
press TRACKING up or down on remote or CHANNEL•TRACKING on VCR
for the best possible picture. During stop-action pause, use the
TRACKING buttons to reduce picture jitter.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
Time Counter
The time counter shows the actual 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.
Minutes
Hours
Seconds
0:30:00
For example, if a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the
tape, you would:
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on the TV
screen.
3. Press F.FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote to fast forward the
tape until the time counter reads 0:30:00.
4. Press STOP.
This is the approximate end of the program and you can begin
recording at this spot.
5. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
6. Press DISPLAY twice to remove the time counter from the screen
and return to the normal display mode.
Index Search
The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records an
index mark on the tape every time you start recording. 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.
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX SEARCH
menu on the TV screen.
INDEX SEARCH
Enter Index number
01
Press FWD or REW
Press SEARCH to exit
3. Press two number buttons to enter the number of index marks
you want the VCR to search.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
4. Press F.FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote to search forward or
REW to search in reverse.
5. Press STOP to stop index searching.
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR.
•
•
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.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
Time Search
The VCR searches forward or reverse for the amount of time you select from
the location where you are on the tape.
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
2. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the TIME SEARCH
menu on the TV screen.
TIME SEARCH
Enter search time
0:30
Press FWD or REW
Press SEARCH to exit
3. Press number buttons to enter the amount of time in hours and
minutes you want the VCR to search.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
4. Press F.FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote to search forward or
REW to search in reverse.
5. Press STOP to stop time searching.
Go-To Search
The VCR will search for the time counter reading you select and automatically
begin playing back the tape.
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
2. Press SEARCH on the remote three times to display the
GO-TO SEARCH menu on the TV screen.
GO-TO SEARCH
Current tape counter is
0:00:00
Go to counter display
0:00:00
Press FWD or REW
Press SEARCH to exit
3. Press number buttons to enter the hour(s) and minute(s) of the time
counter reading you want the VCR to search.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
4. Press F.FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote or REW to go to the
time counter reading you entered.
5. Press STOP to stop go-to searching.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
Blank Search
The VCR searches for blank portions of the tape that are more than six seconds
in length.
1. Insert the tape and press STOP.
2. Press SEARCH on the remote four times to display the BLANK
SEARCH menu on the TV screen.
BLANK SEARCH
Search for blank area
Press FWD to begin
Press SEARCH to exit
3. Press F.FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote to begin searching for
six seconds of blank tape. A message appears on the screen if a
blank area is not found.
4. Press STOP to stop blank searching.
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.
Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature
To disable the usage of the VCR or protect your timer recordings from any
unwanted changes, lock the VCR. The buttons on the VCR or remote will not
work. Just follow the directions below to lock and unlock the VCR.
1. Press and hold POWER on the remote for
10 seconds.
LOCK will appear in the VCR's display panel.
2. Press and hold VCR1 (VCR2•LD) on the remote until HELLO
appears in the VCR’s display panel to unlock the VCR.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
Auto Repeat
You can play a portion of a program or an entire program over and over again.
The portion or program cannot exceed a maximum length of 9 hours and 59
minutes.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
1. Insert a pre-recorded tape and press STOP.
5 VCR Setup Options
2. Go to the beginning of the segment you wish to repeat and press
STOP.
SETUP OPTIONS
3. Press DISPLAY twice to bring up the time counter, then press
1 Interactive Guide
2 VCR Plus+ Setup
3 Custom Setup
CLEAR to reset it to 0:00:00.
4. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
CUSTOM SETUP
MENU on the TV screen.
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto TV/VCR:
ON
5. Press 5 to display the SETUP OPTIONS menu.
6. Press 3 to display the CUSTOM SETUP menu.
7. Press 4 to select Auto Repeat.
3 Auto Play:
ON
4 Auto Repeat:
OFF
CUSTOM SETUP
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto TV/VCR:
3 Auto Play:
ON
ON
4 Auto Repeat:
OFF
8. Enter the time in hours and minutes for the length of the
5 Panel Display:
AUTO
program.
Repeat from 0 to -:--
Press MENU to exit
9. Press MENU•PROG to set and then exit the menu system.
The amount of time you enter appears in the Auto Repeat line.
CUSTOM SETUP
10. Press PLAY.
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto TV/VCR:
3 Auto Play:
ON
ON
The tape plays for the length of time you
entered, rewinds and begins play again.
4 Auto Repeat:
OFF
5 Panel Display:
AUTO
11. Press STOP.
Repeat from 0 to 0:30
Press MENU to set
12. Follow steps 4 - 7 to turn the Auto Repeat
feature off and then exit the menu
system.
CUSTOM SETUP
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto TV/VCR:
3 Auto Play:
ON
ON
4 Auto Repeat:
5 Panel Display:
0:30
AUTO
Turn off the Auto Repeat
feature for normal playback
of a tape.
0 Exit to Setup
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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
Express (XPR) Recording
Recording While You're Away
VCR Plus+ Recording
Timer Recording
Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions
To make a recording
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video input channel.
1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
2. Press VCR1 (VCR2•LD) to set remote to control VCR.
3. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears in
the VCR’s display panel. If not, press TV•VCR to turn it on.
4. Select recording speed using SPEED on the VCR or remote.
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCR’s display panel and on the TV
screen.
5. Select the channel to be recorded.
The channel number appears in the VCR’s display panel and on the TV
screen.
6. Press REC on the remote or REC•XPR on the VCR to begin recording. REC
appears in the VCR’s display panel while the VCR is recording.
Watch a TV channel while VCR is recording a different channel
1. Follow steps 1 through 6 above.
2. If using one of the basic hookups, press TV•VCR to switch to the TV
channel. The VCR indicator turns off in the display panel.
3. Press TV to set the remote to control TV functions for a compatible TV.
4. Select the channel you want to watch with the TV’s channel buttons.
5. Press STOP on VCR or remote when recording is finished.
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Recording a Program
Recording Features
Recording Speeds
Pressing the SPEED button on the VCR or remote selects a recording speed (SP, LP, or SLP).
The speed you select appears on the TV screen.
Recording Time
Cassette
T-120
SP
2Hr
LP
4Hr
SLP
6Hr
8Hr
T-160
2Hr 40Min 5Hr 20Min
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
in this speed.
LP (Long Play) gives twice the recording time of tapes recorded in
SP. Special effects in playback are not recommended in LP.
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 in this speed.
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 VCR’s display panel.
The VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a few
minutes.
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Recording a Program
Express Recording (XPR)
Express recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR will
turn off automatically at the end of the recording.
Display showing 30 minutes remaining
for express recording.
PLAY
REW F.FWD
STOP
REC•XPR
EJECT
POWER
PAUSE
VCR
SLP
MENU
TRACKING
CLEAR DISPLAY CHANNEL PROGRAM XPR
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN TV•VCR SPEED
SPEED
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 VCR or
remote.
5. Press REC to activate recording.
6. Press REC repeatedly until the amount of recording time for the
program is displayed in the VCR’s display panel or on the TV
screen.
E
Each press of REC increases the time —
30 minutes up to 4 hours.
REW
PLAY
Press
REC
Recording
Time
FF
REC
STOP
PAUSE
0:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
3:00
4:00
0:00
(30 Min)
(1 Hr)
DISPLAY
RECORD LENGTH 0:00
CH 04
C
SEARCH
(1 Hr, 30 Min)
(2 Hrs)
Press REC to set length
PREV CH
(3 Hrs)
(4 Hrs)
Express Display on
TV Screen
(XPR Turns Off)
TV•VCR
The amount of time the VCR will record and the
X -- REC indicator appear in the VCR’s display
panel. Pressing REC displays the time
remaining on the TV screen. Pressing REC
again increases the amount of time.
F.ADV
MOVE
EDIT
SLOW
TRACKING
Stopping a Recording in Progress
With the VCR: Press POWER and then STOP within
a few seconds.
With the Remote: Press VCR1 (VCR2•LD) and then
STOP within a few seconds.
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Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away
Setting Up the Cable Box or Satellite Receiver
Sat./Cable Box Setup allows the VCR to record programs from the cable box or satellite receiver. If your cable box or satellite receiver
can be controlled by a remote, the VCR may be able to tune it to the channel you want to record during VCR Plus+ and timer
recordings. You may need to position the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR at an angle to receive the infrared remote
signal. See pages 4-5.
1. Press MENU•PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU on
the TV screen.
VCR MAIN MENU
2. Press 4 to select CHANNEL SETUP menu.
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
3. Press 4 to select Sat./Cable Box Setup menu.
4. If cable box or satellite receiver is not used for all
channels: Press 2. You are finished with Sat./Cable Box
Setup.
CHANNEL SETUP
1 Auto-Search Channels
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Tuning Mode: CABLE
4 Sat./Cable Box Setup
If cable box or satellite receiver is used for all channels:
Press 1 to continue.
Is a cable or satellite
box being used with the
VCR for all channels?
5. Press two numbers on the remote to enter the output
channel of your cable box or satellite receiver. Press 0
before a single-digit number. (Valid numbers are
01 – 13.)
1 YES, continue
Turn on the cable box
and tune it to CH 02.
If you connected your cable box or satellite receiver to the
VCR using the box’s AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks, press
INPUT on the remote to select the VIDEO1 or 2 option.
Enter the channel
number for viewing the
sat./cable box signal
--
Press 01-13 or INPUT
Press MENU to proceed
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
6. Press MENU•PROG to proceed.
Your VCR will now
receive all channels
from the sat./cable
box on VCR CH 03
The VCR now automatically enters the output channel of
your cable box or satellite receiver as the channel to be
recorded in the VCR PLUS+ and Timer Programming
menus.
Press MENU to proceed
7. Manually Controlled Cable Box: You are finished with
Cable Box and VCR Plus+ Setup. Press MENU•PROG to
exit.
Enter sat./cable box
type from the list in
VCR owner's manual
--
Remotely Controlled Cable Box: Enter your cable box
code from the chart on page 16 and follow the on-screen
directions.
The VCR changes the cable box from channel 02 to
channel 09 when you enter the correct code for your cable
box. If none of the codes work, the VCR does not control
your cable box. If your cable box can be controlled by the
VCR, complete VCR Plus+ setup on the next page.
Did the sat./cable box
tune to channel 9?
1 YES, setup complete
2 NO, try another code
8. Exit the menu system by following the directions on the
Important: If your cable box or satellite
receiver is controlled by the VCR, turn it on
before the recording is to begin. If your cable
box or satellite receiver is not controlled by the
VCR, turn on the cable box or satellite receiver
and tune it to the channel you want to record
before the recording is to begin.
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Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+* Recording)
VCR Plus+ Setup for Antenna System, Cable System Requiring No
Cable Box, or Cable Box That VCR Can Control
A VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned for each broadcast or cable channel. These
numbers are listed in most publications that list PlusCode numbers.
1. Prepare a worksheet for the VCR Plus+ channels that are different than the channels
you receive them on. Refer to the chart below for standardized VCR Plus+ channel
numbers.
Broadcast or Cable-TV
Station Name
VCR Plus+
Channel Number
Channel Number You
Receive This Station On
HBO
ESPN
ABC
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See Note 1
See Note 1
See Note 1
See Note 1
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See Note 2
See Note 2
FOX
Note 1: Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on.
Note 2: Check your local listing for the broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned to this station.
2. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to display the
VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
3. Press 5 to select SETUP OPTIONS menu.
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
4. Press 2 to select VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST
menu.
5 VCR Setup Options
5. Using your worksheet, press two numbers to enter
each channel number you receive on a different
channel than the assigned VCR Plus+ channel
number.
SETUP OPTIONS
1 Interactive Guide
2 VCR Plus+ Setup
VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST
If a channel in your area has been assigned more
than one VCR Plus+ channel number, enter that
same channel number next to each VCR Plus+
channel number.
VCR+ CH
CABLE CH
•••••••••••••••
(or ANT.CH)
•••••••••••••••
01
02
--
--
6. Press CHAN up or down to move the
Press Ch UP/DN to select
Press MENU to exit
VCR+ CH numbers up or down on the menu.
7. Press CLEAR on the remote to erase a number.
8. Press MENU•PROG to exit when you are finished.
9. Press 0 to exit the menu system.
Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TV
58 The Movie Channel
48 Music Television
49 The Nashville Network
38 Nickelodeon
65 MeteoMedia/The Weather Network
48 MuchMusic Network
55 MusiquePlus
52 Nashville Network
73 Newsworld/CBC
53 Le Reseau des Sports
43 The Sports Network
64 Super Ecran
37 Super Ecran B
98 Super Ecran C
66 Telatino Network
46 TV5 Montreal
92 Viewer's Choice 1
93 Viewer's Choice 2
94 Viewer's Choice 3
95 Viewer's Choice 4
71 Vision TV: Canada’s Faith Network
38 Youth TV, Canada Inc
U.S.A. List
Canadian List
35 American Movie Classics
39 Arts & Entertainment
57 Black Entertainment
54 Bravo
67 Allarcom Pay Television/Superchannel
44 Arts & Entertainment
72 Cable News Network-Headline News
61 Cable News Network
70 Canadian Home Shopping Network
56 Canal Famille
64 Nostalgia Television
99 Quality Value Cable
41 Showtime
42 Cable News Network
45 Cinemax
98 Cinemax 2
97 Showtime 2
69 Cathay International Television Inc
68 Chinavision Canada Corp
60 Country Music Television
63 Family Channel
59 Sports Channel
52 Turner Network Television
44 USA Network
37 The Discovery Channel
53 The Disney Channel
63 Entertainment Television
34 ESPN Sports Network
47 The Family Channel
33 Home Box Office
95 Home Box Office 2
96 Home Box Office 3
51 The Learning Channel
46 Lifetime
62 Video Hits 1
62 First Choice
93 Viewer’s Choice 1
94 Viewer’s Choice 2
55 WGN Chicago
96 First Choice Two
97 First Choice Three
99 First Choice Four
43 WTBS Atlanta
60 WWOR New York
90 House of Commons
91 La Chaine Francaise
51 The Learning Channel
*VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
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Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+ Recording)
The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a
one year period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program, make sure that:
• The clock is set correctly.
• A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record the programs.
• The remote is set to control the VCR — using VCR1 (VCR2•LD).
• The VCR is set up for VCR Plus+ programming.
• If you receive all channels through a cable box or satellite receiver, complete setup on page 28.
• If you do not use a cable box for all channels, have a cable box that can be controlled by the VCR or use an
antenna, complete VCR Plus+ Setup on page 29.
Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording
1. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the
TV screen.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2. Press 1 to select VCR PLUS+.
3. Press numbers on the remote to enter PlusCode number for the program
you want to record. VCR PlusCode numbers are found in most local TV
listings.
VCR PLUS+
Enter Plus Code number
(from TV listing)
-
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
4. Press MENU•PROG to enter the program.
How often should this
program record?
If the VCR does not recognize the PlusCode number, Unrecognized
number... Please re-enter appears on the TV screen. Check the number
and enter it again.
1 One time
2 Daily
(every day)
3 Weekdays (Mon - Fri)
4 Weekly
(once/week)
5. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.
1 One time – single program recorded once.
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
Channel 08 CABLE
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time 03:35 PM
Start Date 11/21/94 Mon
Tape Speed SLP
2 Daily – program recorded at same time every day.
3 Weekdays – program recorded at same time Monday through Friday.
4 Weekly – program recorded at same time once a week.
6. Select recording speed using the SPEED button on the remote or VCR.
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to save
7. Press CLEAR repeatedly to change the program End Time and enter the
new time.
This feature allows you to extend the recording time on VCR Plus+
program before the program is saved. This option may be useful when
recording programs such as sporting events that could go past scheduled
broadcast times.
8. Press MENU•PROG to enter your program. A reminder appears which
will time out or you can press MENU•PROG to return to the VCR MAIN
MENU.
PROGRAMS OVERLAP may appear on the screen if you entered two
programs where the times overlap.
9. Repeat steps 2 – 6 for additional programs or press MENU•PROG
repeatedly to remove the menu from the TV screen.
10. Turn off the VCR before recording time.
11. If using a cable box the VCR can control, turn on the cable box before the
recording is to begin. If using a cable box the VCR cannot control, turn on
the cable box and tune it to the channel you want to record before the
recording is to begin.
Stopping a Recording in Progress
With the VCR: Press POWER and then STOP within a few seconds.
With the Remote: Press VCR1 (VCR2•LD) and then STOP within a few
seconds.
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Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
You can set a timer program with the TV on or the TV off. 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.
• The remote is set to control the VCR — using VCR1 (VCR2•LD).
• If you receive all channels through a cable box or satellite receiver, complete setup on page 28.
Setting a Timer Recording With TV On (On-screen Menus)
1. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to display the VCR
MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2. Press 2 to select the Timer Programming menu.
3. 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.
How often should this
program record?
1 One time
2 Daily
(every day)
3 Weekdays (Mon - Fri)
4 Weekly
(once/week)
3 Weekdays — program recorded at same
time Monday through Friday.
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
Channel -- CABLE
4 Weekly — program recorded at same time
once a week.
4. Press number buttons on the remote to enter the channel
number (or INPUT to select line input), start time including
AM or PM, end time, and start date of the recording. Just
follow the on-screen prompts.
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
Channel
08 CABLE
Start Time --:--
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
Press CLEAR to correct an entry.
Channel
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time --:--
08 CABLE
If you receive all channels from a cable box or satellite
receiver and have completed cable box setup on page 28, the
VCR enters the output channel as the channel to be recording
in the VCR Plus+ and Timer Programming menus.
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
Channel 08 CABLE
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time 03:35 PM
Start Date 11/18/94 Fri
Tape Speed SLP
5. Select recording speed using SPEED.
6. Press MENU•PROG to enter your program. A reminder
appears which times out or you can press MENU•PROG to
return to the main menu.
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to save
PROGRAMS OVERLAP may appear on the screen if you have
entered two programs where the times overlap.
Program 1
has been saved
7. Repeat steps 2–6 for additional programs or press
MENU•PROG to remove the menu from the TV screen.
8. Turn off the VCR before recording begins.
TIMER appears in the VCR’s display panel when the timer has
been programmed.
9. If using a cable box the VCR can control, turn on the cable box
before the recording is to begin. If using a cable box the VCR
cannot control, turn on the cable box and tune it to the channel
you want to record before the recording is to begin.
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Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
Setting a Timer Recording With TV Off (Clock On VCR )
1. Use the PROGRAM XPR and the up or down buttons
behind right front panel control door to enter the
information.
2. Press PROGRAM XPR to bring up the display.
The channel number flashes.
3. Press the up or down arrow to select the channel number.
4. Repeat steps 2 - 3 to enter the START, END, DATE, and
tape SPEED.
The time increases in increments of 30 minutes while the
date increases in increments of one.
5. Press PROGRAM XPR when SAVE flashes in the display.
SAVED appears to let you know the program is set.
Stopping a Recording in Progress
With the VCR: Press POWER and then STOP within a few
seconds.
With the Remote: Press VCR1 (VCR2•LD) and then STOP
within a few seconds.
Checking or Clearing a VCR Plus+ or Timer Recording
VCR MAIN MENU
1. Press MENU•PROG on remote to display VCR MAIN
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
MENU on TV screen.
2. Press 3 for Review Programs.
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
The black highlights the area for review.
Channel
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time 03:35 PM
08 CABLE
3. Follow the on-screen prompts for checking or clearing the
Start Date 11/18/94 Fri
Tape Speed SLP
program.
Press DISPLAY to edit
Press CLEAR to delete
Press MENU for next prog
Editing a VCR Plus+ or Timer Recording
1. Press MENU•PROG on remote to display VCR MAIN
VCR MAIN MENU
MENU on TV screen.
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2. Press 3 for Review Programs.
The black highlights the area for review.
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
3. Press DISPLAY when a program you want to edit
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
appears.
Channel
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time 03:35 PM
Start Date 11/18/94 Fri
Tape Speed SLP
08 CABLE
4. Use the right or left arrow buttons to move to the location
you want to change or use CLEAR or number buttons,
then enter the data.
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to save
5. Follow the directions at the bottom of the screen to edit.
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Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
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
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
Channel
Start Time --:--
End Time --:--
Start Date --/--/--
Tape Speed SLP
VIDEO1
convenient if you have a satellite receiver or similar
component attached to these jacks. To timer record from the
component connected to the VCR’s line input:
Press INPUT to enter VIDEO 1 (back jacks) or VIDEO 2 (front
jacks) instead of the channel number on the TV screen during
timer programming.
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to exit
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Recording a Program
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes
Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.)
Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have two compatible VCR’s, use the
AutoEdit™ feature described below.
1. Turn on the TV and VCRs.
2. Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video
Caution: The unauthorized
recording of television
programs and other
materials may infringe the
rights of others.
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 VCR.
If you have connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press
INPUT on recording VCR’s remote to select the line input. L1
(for back jacks) or L2 (for front jacks) appears in VCR’s display
panel.
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 REC•XPR, 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 playback VCR by
using F.FWD, REW, and PLAY. Press PAUSE on the playback
VCR. Press PAUSE at the same time on both VCRs to resume
copying.
9. Press STOP 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.
Using Dual Remote with AutoEditTM
Use this VCR as the recording VCR and set it to respond to VCR2•LD on the remote as
described on page 14. Use your other compatible VCR as the playback VCR, which should
respond to VCR1.
1. Follow steps 1 – 4 in the “Operating Instructions” above.
2. Press VCR2•LD on remote to control recording VCR. Press
REC•XPR, then PAUSE, to put recording VCR in pause mode.
3. Press VCR1 on remote to control playback VCR.
4. Use FF, REW, and PLAY to locate the point where you want to
begin copying. Press PAUSE while VCR is playing to put
playback VCR in pause mode.
5. Press EDIT on remote; the VCRs will begin copying.
6. Press EDIT again when you want to stop the tape from
copying.
7. Repeat steps 4 – 6 as needed.
8. Press VCR1, STOP, then VCR2•LD, STOP, when you are
finished.
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Location of Controls
Front Panel
PLAY
REW F.FWD
STOP
REC•XPR
PAUSE
EJECT
POWER
Tape Compartment
VCR
SLP
MENU
TRACKING
CLEAR DISPLAY CHANNEL PROGRAM XPR
VIDEO IN
AUDIO IN TV•VCR SPEED
Remote Sensor
Control Door
(Open Here)
Control Door
(Open Here)
PLAY
Arrow Buttons
Plays a tape.
Moves through the menu system when VCR MAIN
MENU is on the TV screen.
PROGRAM XPR
Used to set a timer recording with the TV off.
Used for a timer recording with the TV off.
AUDIO IN Jack (L2)
POWER
Turns the VCR on or off.
Receives audio signals from another component, like a
VCR or camcorder when it is connected to this jack.
REC•XPR
CHANNEL•TRACKING Up or Down
Starts VCR recording.
Used for express recording (XPR).
Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s
channel memory.
Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing.
Remote Sensor
Receives signals from the remote control. Aim the remote
at this sensor with no objects between them.
CLEAR
Resets time counter to 0:00:00.
Allows you to change entries for selected menu
features.
REW (Rewind)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse during playback.
DISPLAY
Displays VCR status displays on the TV screen or time
counter.
SPEED
Selects a recording speed (SP, LP, SLP).
Edits VCR Plus+ or timer recordings.
STOP
EJECT
Stops the normal functions such as record, playback,
rewind, fast-forward, or pause.
Ejects the tape when the VCR is stopped.
F.FWD (Fast Forward)
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped.
TV•VCR
Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the
VCR or the TV channel. See page 10.
Searches the picture forward during playback.
MENU
VIDEO IN Jack (L2)
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
Receives video signals from another component, like a VCR
or camcorder, when it is connected to this jack.
Selects features in the menu.
PAUSE
Pauses action for viewing during playback.
Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted
scenes.
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Display Panel
This VCR has a feature where you can change the brightness level of the fluorescent
display panel.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
1. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
5 VCR Setup Options
2. Press 5 to display the SETUP OPTIONS menu.
3. Press 3 to display the CUSTOM SETUP menu.
SETUP OPTIONS
1 Interactive Guide
2 VCR Plus+ Setup
3 Custom Setup
4. Press 5 repeatedly to switch among AUTO, BRITE
and DIM.
CUSTOM SETUP
• Select AUTO to keep the display panel bright
1 Remote Control: VCR1
when VCR is on and dim when it is off.
• Select BRITE to keep the display panel bright.
CUSTOM SETUP
1 Remote Control: VCR1
• Select DIM to keep the display panel dim.
2 Auto TV/VCR:
3 Auto Play:
ON
ON
OFF
4 Auto Repeat:
5 Panel Display: BRITE
0 Exit to Setup
Channel
Tape
Cassette-In Speed
Number or L1 or L2
VCR
SLP
AM
VCR
Status
Time Counter
or Time
Frame advance
Play pause
Cassette-in Indicator (
Lights when a tape is in the VCR.
)
STILL
STILL
STOP
VCR stopped
Channel Number or L1or L2
TAPE flashes Set for timer – no tape
The channel number or line input (L1 or L2) is
displayed.
TIMER
Timer recording set
X--REC
Express recording in progress
Status Indicators
Show what the VCR is doing.
Tape Speed Indicators (SP, LP, or SLP)
EJECT
FFWD
HELLO
LOCK
REC P
PLAY
REC
Ejecting Tape
Fast forward
Turned on or unlocked
Pro-Tect Plus turned on
Record pause
Playback
Press SPEED to change.
Time or Time Counter
Press DISPLAY to switch between the current time
and elapsed-time counter.
VCR Indicator (Applies Only to Basic Hookups)
Press TV•VCR to turn on or off.
Record
Rewind
REW
VCR indicator on: Picture from VCR.
VCR indicator off: Picture from TV channel.
Forward search
Reverse search
Slow motion
SRCH +
SRCH –
SLOW +
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Location of Controls
Back Panel
IN FROM
ANTENNA
OUTPUT
INPUT
AUDIO VIDEO
AUDIO VIDEO
OUT TO TV
3
4
CH
CH3 CH4 Switch
VIDEO and AUDIO INPUT Jacks (L1)
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 L1 for these jacks.
IN FROM ANTENNA Connector
VIDEO and AUDIO OUTPUT Jacks
Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system
when attached.
Sends signals from VCR to another component, like
a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these
jacks.
OUT TO TV Connector
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.
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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 RCA
VCR Servicenter.
Trouble
Here's what to try:
• Plug VCR into an operating outlet.
• Check connections.
No power
• Press VCR1 (VCR2•LD) to set remote to control the VCR. See page 14.
• Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.
• Change batteries.
VCR does not respond to remote
• Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV. See page 15.
Remote no longer controls an RCA TV
• Reprogram remote for RCA TV. See page 15.
• Press TV, AUX, or CABLE to set remote to control the corresponding
component. See pages 15-17.
Remote no longer controls a compatible TV, cable
box, satellite receiver or auxiliary component
• Aim remote at component with no objects between them.
• Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed. See pages 15-17.
• Change batteries.
• Check setting of Remote Control: VCR1/VCR2 feature. See page 14.
VCR only responds to VCR2•LD button on
remote
• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator off.
• Switch TV to an active channel.
• Check antenna connections.
Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing
Snowy or no picture during playback
• Press TV•VCR 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, stop action, frame advance,
and slow-motion playback.
• Press one of the TRACKING buttons on the remote or CHANNEL•TRACKING
on the VCR to move streaks up or down for the best picture.
• Check tape — it may be worn out or of poor quality.
Streaks in picture during normal playback
• 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.
Time counter not working or time counter not
working in search modes.
• A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther
back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.
• No cassette in VCR.
• Eject and reinsert cassette.
• Broken tape — try another cassette.
• VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE.
Will not record or play
Will not record
• Safety tab removed from cassette.
• Make sure the line indicator (L1 or L2) is turned off in VCR’s display panel
for normal recording from the VCR’s tuner. Press INPUT to turn off the line
indicators.
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Trouble Checks
Trouble
Here's what to try:
• Tape already rewound.
Rewind does not operate
• Wrong VCR plus+ code entered.
VCR plus+ or timer recording not made
or wrong program recorded
• Cable box or satellite receiver not turned on when recording was to begin.
• 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.
• Program exceeded tape’s length or tape was not rewound beforehand.
• VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start.
• No tape in VCR or cassette’s safety tab broken off.
• VCR ejects cassette when the end of the tape is reached during a timer
recording.
• Cable box or satellite receiver setup not completed. See page 28.
• VCR Plus+ setup not completed correctly. See page 29.
• Power interruption. Clock on the front panel will show – –:– –.
• Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date).
• Time counter display appears in VCR’s display panel. Press DISPLAY on
remote.
Clock shows incorrect time or date
VCR makes noise when stopped
• 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.
• Check antenna connections.
• Check Tuning Mode: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 9.
Will not Auto-Search active
channels correctly
• Channels must be placed in memory using Auto-Search Channels feature
Cannot add or remove channels
before channels can be added or removed from channel memory. See page 9.
• Press PLAY to return to normal playback.
Tape plays back in slow motion
Cannot select channels over 69
• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Tuning Mode:
CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 9.
• Set Auto Play ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 19.
Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to
play automatically
• Display off mode is selected. Press DISPLAY. See page 20.
No status displays appear on the TV screen when
you change channels, etc.
• Turn off the Repeat feature in the CUSTOM SETUP menu. See page 24.
• Reset the Panel Display feature. See page 36.
Tape or segment of tape is repeated
Display panel is too dim or bright
Control of cable box is intermittent.
• Reposition the cable box until a suitable angle is found. See pages 4 and 5.
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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.
What we will do:
•
•
Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair
your VCR.
Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option,
refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR.
How you get service:
•
Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter. To identify
your nearest Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter, ask your dealer, look in
the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
•
•
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 Owner’s 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.
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:
•
See your dealer for details.
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Specifications
Format:
VHS
Record/Playback
Video: 4-Head
System:
Audio: 2 Head 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:
23 watts
3.5 inches high
(89.5 mm)
15.43 inches wide
(392 mm)
12.1 inches deep
(307.5 mm)
Weight:
9.46 pounds
(4.3 kg)
Storage Temperature
Range:
- 22 F to +149 F
˚
˚
Operating
Temperature Range:
+41 F to +104 F
˚
˚
*Check your cable company‘s 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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Index
Clearing VCR Plus+ and
A
Code Lists
Auxiliary Equipment.................................17
Commercial Scan .............................................23
Connections
Cable-TV .................................................2,3-5
Contents ..............................................................1
Controlling
Accessories, Included ........................................7
Add or Remove Channels from Memory.......9
Audio Components, Controlling
RCA Audio Components..........................17
RCA Satellite Receiver ..............................17
VCR..............................................................14
Controlling a TV...............................................15
Copying and Editing Tapes............................34
Copying Tape, Connections .............................6
Auto-Search Channels Feature ........................9
AutoEdit™ Feature..........................................34
Automatic Tracking.........................................20
B
Buttons
Components................................................12
RCA DSS Satellite Receiver ......................13
VCR.........................................................12,13
D
Date and Time, Setting....................................11
Design Specifications.......................................41
Display Panel...............................................35,36
Displays, Status ................................................20
Dual Remote with AutoEdit™.......................34
C
E
Editing VCR Plus+ and
Checks, Trouble...........................................38,39
Choosing a Hookup...........................................2
Cleaning the VCR ............................................41
F
F.ADV (Frame
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F.FWD (Fast Forward)
N
Frame Advance ...........................................12,20
Front Panel........................................................35
O
On-Screen Displays .........................................20
Operating Instructions
G
Copying Tapes ...........................................34
Playing a Tape............................................18
Recording a Program ................................25
VCR Plus+ Recording..........................29-30
Go-To Search Feature ......................................22
Guide, Interactive ..............................................7
H
Hookups
Cable-TV .................................................2,3-5
P
Pause for Stop Action ......................................19
Pause, Recording..............................................26
Picture Search ...................................................19
I
Index Search......................................................21
Indicators ..........................................................36
Playing a Tape.............................................18-24
Interactive Guide ...............................................7
Problems, Solving .......................................38,39
Product Registration ..........................................i
L
Programming Remote
Line Input, Timer Recording From ..................33
Location of Controls
Remote Control ....................................12-13
VCR Back Panel .........................................37
VCR Display Panel....................................36
VCR Front Panel ........................................35
Locking Feature................................................23
RCA Audio Components..........................17
RCA DSS Satellite Receiver ......................16
VCR..............................................................14
ProTect™ Plus Feature....................................23
R
M
RCA Digital Satellite System ..........................16
Recording
From Another VCR ...................................34
Menu System ......................................................8
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Index
Stopping
One Program While Watching Another.25
Pause ...........................................................26
Types Of......................................................25
VCR Plus+ .............................................29,30
VCR Plus+ Recording................................30
T
Table of Contents ...............................................1
Tape, Playing ....................................................18
Remote Control...........................................12-17
Remote Sensor ..................................................35
S
Tracking, Automatic and Manual .................20
Trouble Checks............................................38,39
Safety Precautions ..............................................i
Satellite Box Setup ...........................................28
Satellite System............................................13,16
Scan, Commercial ............................................23
Search Features
Blank ............................................................23
Commercial Scan .......................................23
Go-To ...........................................................22
Index ............................................................21
Picture..........................................................19
TVs, Compatible Chart....................................15
Types of Recordings ........................................25
V
VCR Controls ..............................................35-37
Search, Picture ..................................................19
Sensor, Remote .................................................35
VCR, Cleaning ..................................................41
Setting Up the VCR ......................................7-11
Slow Motion......................................................19
Solving Problems ........................................38,39
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels ...................9
VCRs, Connecting for Tape Copying..............6
W
Status Displays On-Screen..............................20
Status Indicators...............................................36
Warranty, Limited ...........................................41
X
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For your nearest Home
Entertainment Dealer
or Authorized Servicenter
call toll-free in the U.S.A.
1-800-336-1900
Canadian Consumers –
Your toll free numbers are:
English: 1-800-522-0338
French: 1-800-522-0445
If you would like a copy of this manual in French, please follow the
instructions below:
Si un livret d’instructions en français n’est pas inclus avec votre
appareil, vous pouvez en obtenir un (indiquer le numéro de modèle,
votre nom, et votre adresse) en vous adressant à:
Thomson Consumer Electronics
Attention: Canadian Operations
P.O. Box 0944
Indianapolis, IN 46206-0944
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.
Thomson Consumer Electronics
600 N Sherman Dr, PO Box 1976
Indianapolis, IN 46206
©
1994 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
®
Trademark(s) Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Printed in Singapore
Part Number 94-VR539-1
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