GE VCR VG2053 VG4053 User Manual

VG2053/VG4053  
VCR Users Guide  
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Introduction  
Table of Contents  
Pause for Stop Action ______________15  
Frame Advance ___________________15  
Automatic Tracking _______________ 15  
Manual Tracking__________________ 15  
Important Information  
Warnings______________________________ i  
Cautions ______________________________ i  
Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i  
Product Registration ____________________ i  
Recording a Program  
Types of Recordings ___________________ 16  
Recording Speeds___________________ 16  
Recording Pause____________________ 16  
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions_ 16  
To make a recording_________________16  
To stop a recording__________________16  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR  
Hooking Up the VCR  
Choosing a Hookup ____________________ 2  
Antenna or Cable System Without a  
Cable Box _________________________ 3  
Cable System With Cable Box to  
Unscramble All Channels ___________ 4  
Cable System With Cable Box to  
is Recording a Different Channel ____ 16  
One Touch Recording _________________ 17  
Operating Instructions _______________17  
Stopping a One Touch Recording  
Unscramble Only Pay Channels______ 5  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes_ 6  
in Progress ________________________17  
Recording While You're Away  
Setting Up the VCR  
Setting a Timer Recording __________ 18  
Stopping a Timer Recording ________ 18  
Timer Recording From the  
Startup  
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 7  
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 7  
Turn on TV________________________ 7  
Turn on VCR ______________________ 7  
Place Channels in the VCR's Memory _ 8  
Add or Remove Channels from the  
VCR's Memory __________________ 8  
Use TV•VCR Button ________________ 9  
Set the Time and Date ______________ 9  
VCR’s Line Input _______________ 19  
Checking or Clearing  
Timer Recordings_______________ 19  
Using Two VCRs for Copying  
and Editing Tapes __________________ 20  
References  
Specifications _________________________ 21  
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 21  
Location of Controls  
Using the Remote Control  
VCR Function Buttons ______________ 10-11  
Front Panel_______________________ 22  
Back Panel _______________________ 23  
Display Panel_____________________ 24  
Limited Warranty _____________________ 25  
Trouble Checks ____________________ 26-27  
Index ________________________________ 28  
Playing a Tape  
Operating Instructions _________________ 12  
To Play a Tape ____________________ 12  
Using the Playback Features  
Display Clock or Time Counter ______13  
Time Counter_____________________ 13  
Clear Counter _____________________13  
Zero Search ______________________ 13  
Picture Search ____________________ 14  
Slow Motion______________________ 14  
Index Search ______________________14  
Commercial Scan (SKIP Button)_____ 15  
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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.  
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  
ANT IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
IN  
OR  
Tune the TV to this channel and use the  
RF OUT  
OUT  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
CH 3  
CH 4  
2. Connect as shown.  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
75 to 75/300 Ohm  
Separator  
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4.  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B. Advanced hookup.  
B
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality and more convenient  
operation — use of the TV•VCR button is  
not required.  
From Antenna  
or Cable  
300/75 Ohm  
Adapter  
1. Connect as shown.  
OR  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Back of VCR  
Signal  
Splitter  
RF  
Coaxial Cable  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
ANT IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels.  
IN  
RF OUT  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.  
OUT  
CH 3  
CH 4  
Continue to page 8.  
3.  
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the  
VCR.  
Audio/Video Cables  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
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  
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  
ANT IN  
Cable Box  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
IN  
Tune the TV to this channel and use the  
IN  
OUT  
RF OUT  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
OUT  
CH 3  
CH 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 8.  
4.  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B
B. Advanced hookup.  
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality and more convenient  
operation — use of the TV•VCR button is  
not required.  
Cable Box  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
1. Connect as shown.  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Back of VCR  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Signal  
Splitter  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
ANT IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels.  
IN  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
RF OUT  
OUT  
cable box.  
CH 3  
CH 4  
Continue to page 8.  
3.  
Audio/Video Cables  
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the  
VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
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 Only Pay Channels  
(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  
Back of VCR  
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
ANT IN  
Cable Box  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
to either channel 3 or 4.  
IN  
Tune the TV to this channel and use the  
IN  
OUT  
RF OUT  
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.  
OUT  
CH 3  
CH 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 8.  
4.  
VHF  
UHF  
OR  
Cable/  
Antenna  
Back of TV  
B
B. Advanced hookup.  
Use this hookup for slightly improved  
picture quality and more convenient  
operation — use of the TV•VCR button is  
not required.  
Cable Box  
From Cable  
IN  
OUT  
Signal  
Splitter  
1. Connect as shown.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
Back of VCR  
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a  
ANT IN  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels.  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
IN  
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and  
RF OUT  
cable box.  
OUT  
CH 3  
CH 4  
Continue to page 8.  
3.  
Audio/Video Cables  
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the  
VCR. View all pay channels through the VCR.  
VIDEO  
INPUT  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
(supplied)  
RIGHT  
OUT AUDIO  
S-VIDEO  
IN  
CABLE /  
ANTENNA  
L /  
MONO  
Back of TV  
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Hooking Up the VCR  
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes  
Option A hookup.  
A
Use this hookup for a simple connection  
which requires fewer accessories.  
Playback VCR  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
ANT IN  
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
and then modify with this connection.  
IN  
RF OUT  
OUT  
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback  
CH 3  
CH 4  
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.  
Tune the recording VCR to this channel to  
receive the signal from the playback VCR.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
3. Connect as shown.  
Recording VCR  
This connection may require additional  
accessories not provided.  
ANT IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
IN  
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
RF OUT  
OUT  
3 CH. 4  
Continue to page 8.  
5.  
RF Coaxial  
Cable  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
or  
Use the hookup to the TV  
as previously selected on  
pages 3, 4, or 5.  
Option B hookup.  
B
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy  
quality and more convenient operation —  
use of the TV•VCR button is not required.  
ANT IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
IN  
Playback VCR (only)  
RF OUT  
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5  
OUT  
and then modify with this connection.  
CH 3  
CH 4  
2. Connect as shown.  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
This connection requires additional accessories  
not provided.  
From Antenna, Cable  
or Cable Box  
If your other VCR is not stereo, you may need a  
Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels.  
ANT IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
IN  
Recording VCR  
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.  
RF OUT  
OUT  
CH 3  
CH 4  
Continue to page 8.  
4.  
Select the line (audio/ video) input (L) on the  
recording VCR to receive the signal from the  
playback VCR.  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(supplied)  
Audio/Video  
Cables  
or  
Use the hookup to the TV  
as previously selected on  
pages 3, 4, or 5.  
Caution: The unauthorized recording of  
television programs and other materials  
may infringe the rights of others.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
1. Check accessories with VCR.  
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.  
POWER  
1
TV• VCR PREV CH  
POWER  
1
TV• VCR PREV CH  
2
5
8
0
3
2
5
8
0
3
CHAN  
CHAN  
4
6
9
4
6
9
2 “AA” Batteries  
7
7
MENU  
MENU  
INPUT  
MOVE  
100  
INPUT  
MOVE  
100  
PLAY  
STOP  
PLAY  
STOP  
REW  
FF  
REW  
FF  
REC  
PAUSE  
SKIP  
REC  
F.ADV  
SLOW  
PAUSE  
SKIP  
SPEED  
TRACKING  
SPEED  
TRACKING  
RF Coaxial Cable  
(Stock No. 221392)  
VG2053 Remote  
(Stock No. 229652)  
VG4053 Remote  
(Stock No. 221391)  
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 TVs video input.  
(See TV owners manual for details.)  
4. Turn on the VCR.  
A. Press POWER on the remote. The power and VCR indicators light in the VCRs  
display panel.  
B. Press CHAN up or down to change channels.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 SET CLOCK  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 CHANNELS  
The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power  
interruption, perform the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH so that  
your VCR can memorize the channels available through  
your signal source—cable or antenna.  
CHANNELS  
Also, if you change the signal source, you will need to  
perform AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH again.  
1 SIGNAL: CABLE  
2 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
3 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
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 CH3 CH4  
switch on the VCR or the TVs video input (refer to  
TV’s manual).  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
CH 02  
• If you use a basic hookup, check the VCR indicator in  
display panel — it should be on. Press TV•VCR to  
turn it on.  
SEARCHING CHANNELS  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
• Check the connections.  
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.  
C. Press 1 to select the signal source, SIGNAL:CABLE or  
ANTENNA.  
D. Then, press 2 to begin AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH. If  
you are using a cable connection as your signal source,  
125 channels are searched for the strongest signals and  
the letter C appears on the VCRs display panel. If you  
are using an antenna connection, 69 channels are  
searched.  
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This  
takes about one to two minutes. The TV tunes to the  
lowest channel found. Then, pressing CHANNEL up or  
down selects only the active channels.  
If you need to change the signal source setting, select 1 in  
the CHANNELS menu.  
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  
1 SET CLOCK  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 CHANNELS  
You must place channels in memory using the AUTO  
CHANNEL SEARCH feature described above before you can  
add or remove channels.  
CHANNELS  
1 SIGNAL: CABLE  
2 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
3 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
A. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU.  
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
C. Press 3 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL menu.  
CH 03  
D. Select the channel you want to add or remove by  
pressing the number buttons or using the CHAN up or  
down buttons on the remote.  
IS CURRENTLY ADDED  
PRESS  
TO REMOVE  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
E. Press the MOVE left button to remove the selected  
channel. Press MOVE right button to add the selected  
channel.  
F. When you are finished adding or removing channels,  
press MENU to remove the menu and resume normal  
viewing.  
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Setting Up the VCR  
Startup  
7.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 television  
channels. Also, this button lets you record a program on the VCR  
while watching another channel on the TV.  
A. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.  
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.  
B. Press CHAN up or down to change channels on the VCR.  
C. Press TV•VCR 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 TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.  
8. Set the time and date.  
When you first turn on the VCR, --:-- appears in the clock area of the  
VCR’s display panel.  
TIMER  
PWR  
VCR  
C
CH  
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU  
on the TV screen.  
B. Press 1 to display SET CLOCK.  
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the  
remote.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 SET 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 CLOCK  
TIME --:-- AM  
(HH:MM)  
Press MOVE left or right on the remote to change  
incorrect entries.  
DATE --/--/----  
D. Press MENU to remove SET CLOCK from the TV screen and  
PRESS  
TO MOVE  
start the clock. The time appears in the VCRs display panel.  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
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Using the Remote Control  
VCR Function Buttons  
100  
Lets you select a channel number  
over 100.  
CHAN (Channel up or down)  
Selects the next higher or lower channel  
in the VCR’s channel memory.  
POWER
TVVCRPREVCH
POWER  
TV• VCR PREV CH  
FF (Fast Forward)  
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
1 2
3
1
2
5
8
0
3
CHAN
CHAN  
4
5
6
4
6
9
Searches the picture in forward motion  
during playback—5 times normal speed  
in SP mode, 9 times normal speed in LP  
mode and 15 times normal speed in  
EP mode.  
7 8
9
7
MENU
MENU  
0
INPUT
MOVE
100
INPUT  
MOVE  
100  
F. ADV (Frame Advance)  
PLAY
PLAY  
STOP  
Lets you view one frame with each press  
of the button when the tape is in stop-  
action pause. This feature is not  
FF
REW
REC
FF  
REW  
STOP
available on the model VG2053.  
PAUSE
REC  
F.ADV  
SLOW  
PAUSE  
SKIP  
SPEEDTRACKING
SKIP
SPEED  
TRACKING  
INPUT  
Selects an input line.  
Turns the line input on or off.  
Line input refers to the signal coming  
from the component connected to  
the audio/ video jacks on the back of  
the VCR.  
MENU  
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU on the  
TV screen.  
Removes a menu from the screen.  
MOVE left or right  
VG2053 Remote  
VG4053 Remote  
Moves the cursor to correct an entry.  
Numbers (0 through 9)  
Selects a channel up to 99—press two  
numbers.  
Selects a cable channel over 99—press  
the 100 button and two numbers. Or  
press and hold 1 until 1-- appears on the  
screen. Then, press the other two  
numbers.  
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Using the Remote Control  
VCR Function Buttons  
(Continued)  
PAUSE  
SPEED (Tape Speed)  
Pauses action for viewing during  
Selects a recording speed  
playback. Press PAUSE again to resume  
(SP, LP, EP).  
normal playback.  
STOP  
Pauses recording to prevent recording of  
unwanted scenes.  
Stops the VCRs normal functions such  
as record, playback, rewind, fast  
forward, and pause.  
Also, lets you pause a recording, then  
resume the recording.  
TRACKING up or down  
PLAY  
Reduces the streaks that may appear on  
the picture.  
Plays a tape.  
Reduces picture ”jitter” during pause. In  
the model VG4053, reduces the streaks  
during slow motion playback.  
POWER  
Turns the VCR on and off.  
PREV CH (Previous Channel)  
TV•VCR  
Switches between two channels.  
Switches the picture signal so that it  
either comes from the VCR or the TV  
channel.  
Select one channel, then select another.  
Press PREV CH to switch between the  
two channels.  
REC (Record)  
Starts the VCR recording.  
REW (Rewind)  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is  
stopped. Rewinds in high speed when  
you press REW when a tape is  
rewinding.  
Searches the picture in reverse motion  
during playback—5 times normal speed  
in SP mode, 9 times normal speed in LP  
mode and 15 times normal speed in  
EP mode.  
SKIP  
Advances the tape 60 seconds during  
playback.  
SLOW  
Plays a tape in slow-motion. This feature  
is not available on the model VG2053.  
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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 the TVs video input to see the  
picture from the VCR.  
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.  
The VCR turns on automatically. The power and VCR indicators light. The tape  
automatically begins playback if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed.  
STOP  
REW  
PLAY  
FWD  
POWER  
EJECT  
RECORD  
CHANNEL  
Safety Tab  
3. Press PLAY, if necessary.  
4. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or VCR to remove any streaks from  
the picture if necessary.  
5. Press STOP on the VCR or the remote.  
6. Press REW on the VCR or the remote.  
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during  
playback.  
7. Press EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Display Clock or Time Counter  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 SET CLOCK  
You can display the time counter or the clock in the VCRs display panel.  
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
2. Press 4 to display the SEARCH/COUNTER menu.  
3. Press 5 choose CLOCK or COUNTER.  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 CHANNELS  
4 SEARCH/COUNTER  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
SEARCH/COUNTER  
1 INDEX SEARCH FORWARD  
2 INDEX SEARCH REVERSE  
3 CLEAR COUNTER  
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 when the tape is  
ejected from the VCR.  
4 ZERO SEARCH  
5 DISPLAY: CLOCK  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
For example, if you recorded a 30-minute program at the beginning of the  
tape, you would:  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.  
2. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
3. Press 4 to display the SEARCH/COUNTER menu.  
4. Press 5 to display only the counter in the VCRs display panel.  
5. Press FF to fast forward the tape until 0:30:00 appears in the  
time counter.  
6. Press STOP.  
This is the end of the program. You can begin recording a new  
program.  
Clear Counter  
You can reset the time counter to 00:00 anywhere on a tape so that you can  
easily locate a tape segment.  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.  
2. Display the time counter in the VCRs front panel, see above.  
3. Fast forward or rewind to the location where you want to reset  
the timer to 00:00.  
4. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
5. Press 4 to display the SEARCH/COUNTER menu.  
6. Press 3 toreset the counter to 00:00.  
Zero Search  
The zero search feature lets you quickly return to a counter reading of  
0:00:00 anywhere on the tape. This is especially convenient when you want  
to watch a segment of a tape several times.  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.  
2. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
3. Press 4 to display the SEARCH/COUNTER menu.  
4. Press 4 to search for 0:00:00.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Picture Search  
You can search for a specific tape location during playback by fast  
forwarding or rewinding the tape. Sound is turned off during  
picture search. Picture search works best for tapes recorded in SP  
or EP speed.  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 SET CLOCK  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
3 CHANNELS  
4 SEARCH/COUNTER  
Fast Forward Search  
1. Press FF to search forward at a faster-than-normal  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
speed.  
SEARCH/COUNTER  
2. Press PLAY to return to playback.  
1 INDEX SEARCH FORWARD  
2 INDEX SEARCH REVERSE  
3 CLEAR COUNTER  
Rewind Search  
1. Press REW to search backward at a faster-than-normal  
4 ZERO SEARCH  
5 DISPLAY: CLOCK  
speed.  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
2. Press PLAY to return to playback.  
Slow Motion  
You can view a tape in slow motion during play or play pause.  
Sound is turned off during slow-motion playback. Slow motion  
works best in the SP or EP speed. Slow Motion is not available in  
model VG2053.  
1. Press SLOW to begin slow-motion playback.  
2. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks  
from  
the picture.  
3. Press PLAY to return to playback.  
The VCR automatically switches from slow-motion  
playback to stop after a few minutes.  
Index Search  
This VCR lets you automatically record an index mark on the tape  
every time you stop and start recording. During playback, you can  
locate the program you want to play by searching for the index  
marks.  
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.  
2. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
3. Press 4 to display the SEARCH/COUNTER menu.  
4. Press 1 to search forward or 2 to search in reverse on  
the tape.  
Some index marks may be missed:  
• A mark that is too close to the current tape location.  
• The mark at the beginning of a taped segment that is  
five minutes or less.  
• The first mark on the tape.  
5. Press STOP to stop the index search when you see the  
program you want.  
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Playing a Tape  
Using the Playback Features  
Commercial Scan (SKIP Button)  
This is useful for scanning commercials or short program  
segments.  
1. Press SKIP during playback to advance the tape  
approximately 60 seconds.  
Pause for Stop Action  
This feature stops a tape in action and lets you examine the details  
of the scene on the screen. Stop actions works best for tapes  
recorded in SP or EP speed.  
1. Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to stop  
the action.  
2. Press TRACKING up or down to reduce any jittering of  
the picture.  
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback.  
The VCR automatically switches from stop-action  
playback to stop after a few minutes.  
Frame Advance (F. ADV Button)  
Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another.  
Frame advance works best for tapes recorded in SP or EP speed.  
Frame advance is not available in model VG2053.  
1. Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to stop  
the action.  
2. Press F. ADV each time you want to view a 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  
you view a tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is  
turned on when 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. Tracking is used when  
playing a tape. It has no effect during recording.  
When streaks or snow appear, press TRACKING up or down on  
the remote or VCR for the best possible picture.  
During stop action pause, press TRACKING up or down to reduce  
any jittering of the picture.  
For model VG4053, press TRACKING up or down to reduce  
streaks during slow motion play.  
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Recording a Program  
Types of Recordings  
Your VCR provides different recording features. The following sections describe these features.  
Recording Speeds  
Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP, LP, or EP). The speed you select appears on the TV screen.  
SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. This is why most prerecorded, rental  
tapes are recorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. Special effects such  
as pause, frame advance, slow motion, and picture search 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.  
EP (Extended Play) gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. Special  
effects such as pause, frame advance, slow motion, and picture search work well in this  
speed.  
Recording Time  
Cassette  
T-120  
SP  
LP  
EP  
2Hr  
4Hr  
6Hr  
8Hr  
T-160  
2Hr 40Min 5Hr 20Min  
Recording Pause  
This feature allows you to prevent recording short passages of unwanted material.  
Press PAUSE on the remote during recording to stop and start recording.  
The VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a few minutes.  
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions  
To Make a Recording  
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TVs video input channel.  
1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. The tape indicator appears in the VCRs display  
panel.  
2. If you are 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.  
3. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed. The tape speed indicator appears  
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.  
To Stop a Recording  
Press STOP on the remote or the VCRs front panel.  
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel  
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 above.  
2. If you are 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. Select the channel you want to watch with the TVs channel buttons.  
4. Press STOP on the VCR or remote when the 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 turns off automatically at the end of the recording.  
STOP  
REW  
PLAY  
FWD  
POWER  
EJECT  
RECORD  
CHANNEL  
RECORD  
Operating Instructions  
1. Turn on the VCR.  
2. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.  
3. Select the channel you want to record.  
4. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.  
5. Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR to  
activate recording.  
6. Press REC repeatedly until the amount of recording  
time for the program appears on the display panel.  
Each press of REC or RECORD increases the time —  
30 minutes up to 4 hours. The time remaining  
continuously appears in the VCR’s display panel.  
The REC indicator appears in the VCRs display panel.  
Press REC again to increase the recording time.  
7. Press POWER to stop the recording.  
Stopping a One Touch Recording in Progress  
Press POWER on the remote of the VCRs front panel.  
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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  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
1 SET CLOCK  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
3. Press the number that corresponds to the program you want  
CH START  
1 -- --:--  
2 -- --:--  
3 -- --:--  
4 -- --:--  
END  
DATE  
to enter  
--:-- --/--  
--:-- --/--  
--:-- --/--  
--:-- --/--  
4. Press the number buttons on the remote to enter the channel  
number, start time including AM or PM, and end time for  
the recording.  
PROGRAM 1  
CHANNEL  
(ONE TIME)  
--  
START TIME --:-- AM  
END TIME --:-- AM  
START DATE --/--  
TAPE SPEED SP  
5. Enter the date of the recording by  
pressing the number buttons on the remote to enter a  
specific month and day for a one time program  
pressing 88’ to select weekly program mode which records  
a program once a week, then entering the 1 to 7 code that  
corresponds to a specific day of the week  
PRESS  
TO MOVE  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
PROGRAM 1  
CHANNEL  
(ONE TIME)  
02  
pressing 99’ to select daily program mode which records a  
program at the same time every day.  
START TIME 9:29 PM  
END TIME 11:01PM  
START DATE 3/3  
TAPE SPEED EP  
6. Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.  
PRESS 0 TO DELETE  
Press MOVE left or right on remote to correct an entry.  
PRESS  
TO MOVE  
PRESS MENU TO SAVE  
Press 0 on the remote to delete an entry.  
7. Press MENU to save your program. If OVERLAP appears on  
the screen, you have entered two programs whose times  
overlap.  
PROGRAM OVERLAP  
2 AND 1  
REVIEW PROGRAMS TO  
DECIDE WHICH ONE TO  
REMOVE  
8. Repeat steps 3 – 5 for additional programs or press  
MENU to remove the menu from the TV screen. A reminder  
appears on the screen.  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
9. If you are using a cable box, leave it turned on and tuned to  
the channel you want to record. Otherwise, turn off the  
VCR before the recording begins.  
IMPORTANT REMINDER  
INSERT TAPE AND  
TURN VCR OFF FOR  
TIMER RECORDING  
The timer indicator appears in the VCR display panel.  
Stopping a Timer Recording  
Press POWER on the remote of the VCRs front panel.  
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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 VCRs  
AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks. Recording from the line  
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME  
input is convenient if you have a satellite receiver or  
similar component attached to these jacks.  
CHANNEL  
START TIME --:--  
END TIME --:--  
START DATE --/--/--  
TAPE SPEED SP  
AV  
To timer record from the component connected to the  
VCR’s line input, press INPUT on the remote to enter AV  
instead of the channel number on the TV screen during  
timer programming.  
PRESS  
TO MOVE  
PRESS MENU TO EXIT  
Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN  
MENU.  
1 SET CLOCK  
2 TIMER RECORDINGS  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.  
3. Press the number of the program you want to remove.  
CH START  
END  
DATE  
1 02  
9:29  
2 -- --:--  
3 -- --:--  
4 -- --:--  
11:01 3/ 3  
--:-- --/--  
--:-- --/--  
--:-- --/--  
4. Press 0 on the remote when the program you want to  
PROGRAM 1  
CHANNEL  
(ONE TIME)  
02  
delete appears on the screen.  
START TIME 9:29 PM  
END TIME 11:01PM  
5. Press MENU to remove the menu from the screen when  
START DATE 3/3  
TAPE SPEED EP  
you finish.  
PRESS 0 TO DELETE  
PRESS  
TO MOVE  
PRESS MENU TO SAVE  
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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.  
1. Turn on the TV and VCRs.  
2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the  
TV’s video input.  
Caution: The unauthorized  
recording of television  
programs and other  
3. If you connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune the  
recording VCR to channel 3 or 4 – the one you selected on the  
materials may infringe the  
rights of others.  
back of the playback VCR.  
If you connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press  
INPUT on the recording VCRs remote to select the line input.  
4. Insert the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR.  
Insert a blank tape with its safety tab in place into the  
recording VCR.  
5. Press PLAY, then PAUSE on the playback VCRs remote  
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 on the remote or RECORD on the VCR. Then,  
press PAUSE on the recording VCRs remote to place the  
recording VCR in record pause.  
7. Press PAUSE 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 the recording VCRs remote 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 VCRs remote. Press PAUSE on both VCRs  
at the same time 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.  
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Specifications  
Format:  
VHS  
Record/Playback  
Video: Model VG2053 2-Head  
Model VG4053 4-Head  
System:  
Audio: Mono record/ playback system  
EIA standard: NTSC color  
Video Signal System:  
Antenna:  
75-ohm external VHF/ UHF combined  
antenna terminal  
Tuner:  
USA:  
181 channels capability*  
(125 cable channels)  
Canada: 178 channels capability*  
(122 cable channels)  
Type:  
Auto Programming frequency synthesis  
120V AC, 60 Hz  
Power Requirement:  
Power Consumption:  
Dimensions:  
17 watts  
3.5 inches high  
(89 mm)  
14.2 inches wide  
(360 mm)  
12.3 inches deep  
(312 mm)  
Weight:  
9 pounds  
(4.1 kg)  
Storage Temperature  
Range:  
- 22 F to +149 F  
˚
˚
Operating  
Temperature Range:  
+41 F to +104 F  
˚
˚
*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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Location of Controls  
Front Panel  
STOP  
REW  
PLAY  
FWD  
POWER  
EJECT  
RECORD  
CHANNEL  
Tape Compartment  
Remote Sensor  
CHANNEL Up or Down  
RECORD  
Selects next higher or lower channel in the  
VCR’s channel memory.  
Start the VCR recording  
Remote Sensor  
EJECT  
Receives signals from the remote control.  
Aim the remote at this sensor with no  
objects between them.  
Press when the VCR is stopped to eject  
the cassette.  
FWD (Fast Forward)  
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
REW (Rewind)  
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is  
stopped.  
Searches the picture in forward motion  
during playback.  
Searches the picture in reverse motion  
during playback.  
PLAY  
Plays a tape.  
STOP  
Stops the VCRs normal functions such as  
record, playback, fast forward or rewind.  
POWER  
Turns the VCR on or off.  
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Location of Controls  
Back Panel  
ANT IN  
VIDEO  
AUDIO  
IN  
RF OUT  
OUT  
CH 3  
CH 4  
VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN Jacks  
CH3 CH4 Switch  
Receives signals from another component like a  
VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these  
jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select.  
Selects the channel to which you tune the TV to  
see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR  
using one of the basic hookups.  
VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT Jacks  
ANT (Antenna) IN Connector  
Sends signals from VCR to another component like  
a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these  
jacks.  
Receives a signal from an antenna or cable  
system when attached.  
RF OUT Connector  
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.  
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Location of Controls  
Display Panel  
Channel Number  
or  
Line Indicator  
Status  
Indicators  
Timer  
Program Indicator  
Cassette  
In  
AM  
PM  
OFF  
TIMER  
REC  
SP LEP  
PWR  
VCR  
C
Power  
Indicator  
CH  
VCR  
Indicator  
Current Time or Counter  
Tape Speed Indicator  
Channel number or Line Input  
The channel number or line input is displayed.  
SP, LP, EP  
AU lights when you press INPUT and record from the VIDEO  
IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the VCR.  
Time or Counter  
The current time is displayed or the VCR tape counter  
is displayed.  
Cassette In Indicator  
Lights when a tape is in the VCR.  
TIMER Indicator  
Shows VCR is set for timer recording when VCR is  
turned off.  
Power Indicator  
Lights when the VCR is turned on.  
Flashes when the timer recording is set and there is no  
cassette in the VCR.  
Status Indicator  
Shows what the VCR is doing:  
Playback  
VCR Indicator  
REC and ll  
and ll  
Record-pause  
Frame Advance/ Playback Pause  
Slow Motion  
Lights when using the TV•VCR button.  
When using one of the basic hookups:  
When VCR indicator is on, the picture comes from  
Rewind  
and  
flashing Reverse Search  
Fast Forward  
flashing Forward Search  
Record  
and  
REC  
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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 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 charge.  
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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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 and reset it. Re-install the  
batteries and try remote again.  
VCR does not respond to remote  
• Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.  
• Change batteries.  
• 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 the TRACKING button on the remote or VCR to move streaks up or  
down and out of the picture.  
Streaks in picture during normal playback  
• Check tape — it may be worn out or of poor quality.  
• 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 does  
not change during zero search feature  
• A minus (–) appears 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 re-insert cassette.  
• Broken tape — try another cassette.  
• VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE on remote.  
Will not record or play  
Will not record  
• Safety tab removed from cassette.  
• Make sure the line indicator (AU) does not appear in the display panel for  
normal recording from the VCRs tuner. Press INPUT on the remote to turn  
the line input off.  
Press POWER on the VCR twice.  
Cant stop VCR recording  
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Trouble Checks  
Trouble  
Here's what to try:  
• Tape already rewound.  
Rewind does not operate  
• Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin.  
• Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).  
• Power interruption. Reset clock. See page 9.  
Timer recording not made  
or wrong program recorded  
• Check to see if time and date are correct — including AM/PM.  
• 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.  
• Power interruption. Clock on the front panel will show - -:- -.  
• Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date). See page 9.  
• Time counter display appears in the VCRs display panel.  
Incorrect time or date  
• VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside  
the VCR continues to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the  
stop mode.  
VCR makes noise when stopped  
• Check antenna connections.  
• Check SIGNAL:CABLE/ANTENNA feature.  
Will not AUTO-SEARCH active  
channels correctly  
• Channels must be placed in memory using AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH  
feature before channels can be added or removed from channel memory.  
See page 8.  
Cannot add or remove channels  
Cannot select channels over 69  
• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if SIGNAL:CABLE/ANTENNA  
feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 8.  
• Press PLAY to return to normal playback.  
Tape plays back in slow motion  
Timer indicator flashes  
• Timer recording programmed and no cassette in VCR.  
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Index  
100 button ............................................10  
Accessories, Included ................................7  
Add or Remove Channels from  
Location of Controls  
Setting Up the VCR.................................7-9  
SKIP Button .........................................11,15  
SLOW Button .......................................11,13  
Slow Motion ..............................................13  
Solving Problems ................................26-27  
SP Speed ....................................................16  
Specifications ............................................21  
SPEED Button .....................................11,16  
Speeds, Recording ....................................16  
Startup ......................................................7-9  
Remote Control ...........................10-11  
VCR Back Panel................................23  
VCR Display Panel...........................24  
VCR Front Panel...............................22  
LP Speed ....................................................16  
MENU Button ..................................10,14,18  
Number Buttons .......................................10  
One Touch Recording  
Memory...................................................8  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu ............8  
Antenna Connections .............................2,3  
AUDIO IN Jacks...................................3-6,23  
AUDIO OUT Jacks ..............................3-6,23  
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Feature .......8  
Back Panel .................................................23  
Batteries, Inserting in Remote...................7  
Cable System With Cable Box  
Setting ................................................17  
Stopping ............................................17  
Operating Instructions  
Stop Action Pause ....................................15  
STOP Button .............................................11  
Stopping a Basic Recording ....................16  
Stopping a One Touch Recording..........17  
Stopping a Timer Recording...................18  
Time and Date, Setting ..............................9  
Time Counter ............................................13  
Timer Indicator .........................................24  
Timer Recording  
Checking and Clearing....................19  
Front VCR Line Input......................19  
Setting ................................................18  
Stopping ............................................18  
Tracking, Automatic and Manual..........15  
TRACKING Button ...................................11  
Trouble Checks....................................26-27  
SIGNAL Feature.........................................8  
Turn On VCR ..............................................7  
TV•VCR Button......................................9,11  
VCR Controls.................................10-11, 22  
VCR Indicator ...........................................24  
VCR MAIN MENU...................................8-9  
VCR, Cleaning ..........................................21  
VCR, Turn On .............................................7  
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels............8  
VCRs, Connecting for Tape Copying ......6  
VIDEO IN Jacks..................................3-6, 23  
VIDEO OUT Jacks ..............................3-6,23  
Warranty, Limited ....................................25  
Zero Search................................................13  
Connections.....................................2,4,5  
Cable System Without Cable Box  
Copying Tapes..................................20  
One Touch Recording.....................17  
Playing a Tape ..................................12  
Recording a Program .......................16  
Timer Recording...............................18  
Operation, First Time .............................7-9  
PAUSE Button ..........................................11  
Pause for Stop Action ..............................15  
Pause, Recording ......................................20  
Picture Search ...........................................13  
PLAY Button ........................................11,12  
Playing a Tape .....................................12-15  
POWER Button......................................7,11  
Power Indicator ........................................24  
PREV. CH (Previous Channel)  
Button ...................................................11  
Problems, Solving ...............................26-27  
Product Registration ...................................i  
REC Button ................................11,16,18,19  
REC Indicator ...........................................23  
RECORD Button .................................19,22  
Recording  
Connections........................................2,3  
Card, Registration .......................................i  
CH3 CH4 Switch ................................3-8,23  
CHANNEL Buttons ................................8,22  
CHANNELS Menu......................................8  
Checking Timer Recordings ...................19  
Checks, Trouble...................................26-27  
Choosing a Hookup ...................................2  
Cleaning the VCR.....................................21  
Clear Counter............................................13  
Clearing Timer Programs........................19  
Clock on V CR Display ............................13  
Commercial Scan ......................................15  
Connections .............................................2-6  
Antenna............................................2-3  
Audio/ Video Jacks......................2,3-6  
Cable-TV .......................................2,3-5  
Two VCRs ...........................................6  
Contents.......................................................1  
Copying Tape, Connections......................6  
Copying Tapes..........................................20  
Counter on VCR Display.........................13  
Date and Time, Setting ..............................9  
Design Specifications ...............................21  
Display Panel ............................................24  
EP Speed ....................................................16  
F. ADV (Frame Advance)  
Basic ...................................................16  
From Another VCR..........................20  
One Program While  
Watching Another..........................16  
One Touch ........................................17  
Pause ..................................................20  
Speeds ................................................16  
Stopping a Basic ...............................16  
Stopping a One Touch .....................17  
Stopping a Timer..............................18  
Timer.............................................18-19  
Types Of ............................................16  
Registration Card ........................................i  
Remote Control ...................................10-11  
Remote Sensor ..........................................22  
Remove or Add Channels from  
Memory..................................................8  
REMOVE/ADD CHANNEL Menu ............8  
REW Button ..............................................11  
Safety Precautions.......................................i  
Searching, Picture.....................................13  
Sensor, Remote .........................................22  
SET CLOCK Menu.....................................9  
Setting a Timer Recording ......................18  
Button ..............................................10,15  
F F (Fast Forward)  
Button ..............................................11,22  
First-Time Operation ..............................7-9  
Frame Advance Feature ..........................15  
Front Panel ................................................22  
Hookups  
Antenna............................................2-3  
Amplifier/ Receiver.........................2,6  
Audio/ Video Jacks......................2,3-6  
Cable-TV .......................................2,3-5  
Two VCRs ...........................................6  
Hookup, Choosing .....................................2  
Index Search ..............................................14  
INPUT Button ......................................10-19  
Limited Warranty.....................................25  
Line Input, Recording From ...................19  
28  
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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  
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