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VCR User’s Guide
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Introduction
Table of Contents
Time Counter_____________________ 16
Pause for Stop-Action______________ 18
Automatic Tracking _______________ 18
Manual Tracking__________________ 18
TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR
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 Box _________________________ 3
Cable System With Cable Box to
Recording a Program
Unscramble All Channels ___________ 4
Cable System With Cable Box to
Recordings ___________________________ 20
Recording Speeds _________________ 20
Watch a TV Channel While VCR
Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/Receiver __ 7
Recording While You're Away
Setting Up the VCR
Stopping a Timer Recording ________ 22
Timer Recording From the
Startup
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 8
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 8
Turn on TV and VCR _______________ 8
Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 9
Add or Remove Channels from
VCRÕs Line Input _______________ 23
Checking or Clearing
Timer Recordings_______________ 23
Recording Audio Only_________________ 25
Using the Recording Features
VCR's Memory __________________ 9
Select the Language/Seleccione el
Set the Display Panel Feature _______ 10
Set the Automatic Daylight-
Recording Pause __________________ 25
Using Two VCRs for Copying
Copying and Editing Tapes Using
Compatible Remote ________________ 26
References
Using the Remote Control
Location of Controls
VCR Function Buttons _________________ 13
Front Panel_______________________ 27
Back Panel _______________________ 28
Display Panel_____________________ 28
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 29
Limited Warranty _____________________ 32
Index ________________________________ 33
Playing a Tape
Playback _____________________________ 14
Using the Playback Features
Auto Play Feature _________________ 15
Picture Search ____________________ 15
Slow Motion______________________ 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 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 does your TV receive signals?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Outside antenna Ð Turn to page 3.
B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna Ð Turn to page 3.
C. Cable System Ð Go to question 2.
2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Cable without a box Ð Turn to page 3.
B. Cable box to unscramble all the channels Ð Turn to page 4.
C. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime,
Cinemax, etc. Ð 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.
How to hook up a stereo amplifier/receiver.
A. Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.
B. Then, modify the connections as shown on page 7.
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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 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to
either channel 3 or 4.
R
AUDIO1
L
Tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
IN FROM
ANT.
OR
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
2. Connect as shown.
3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
Continue to page 8.
4.
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
VHF
UHF
OR
Cable/
Antenna
Back of TV
B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality, Hi-Fi, stereo playback and
more convenient operation Ñ use of the
TV•VCR button is not required.
B
From Antenna
or Cable
300/75 Ohm
Adapter
1. Connect as shown.
OR
This connection requires additional
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may
be required to hear sound from both
channels if your TV is not stereo.
Back of VCR
Signal
Splitter
R
IN FROM
ANT.
AUDIO1
L
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
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 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to
either channel 3 or 4.
RF Coaxial
Cable
Cable Box
R
AUDIO1
L
Tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
IN FROM
ANT.
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
2. Connect as shown.
3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
Continue to page 8.
4.
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
VHF
UHF
OR
Cable/
Antenna
Back of TV
B. Advanced hookup.
B
From Cable
Cable Box
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality, Hi-Fi, stereo playback and
more convenient operation Ñ use of the
TV•VCR button is not required.
IN
OUT
RF Coaxial
Cable
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may
be required to hear sound from both
channels if your TV is not stereo.
Back of VCR
RF Coaxial
Cable
Signal
Splitter
R
AUDIO1
L
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
OUT TO TV
OUT
I
cable box.
3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
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
From Cable
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
Back of VCR
1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to
RF Coaxial
Cable
Cable Box
either channel 3 or 4.
R
AUDIO1
L
IN FROM
ANT.
Tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
IN
OUT
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
3 CH. 4
2. Connect as shown.
VIDEO1
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. Advanced hookup.
B
Cable Box
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality, Hi-Fi, stereo playback and
more convenient operation Ñ use of the
TV•VCR button is not required.
From Cable
IN
OUT
Signal
Splitter
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may
be required to hear sound from both
channels if your TV is not stereo.
Back of VCR
R
IN FROM
ANT.
AUDIO1
L
VHF/UHF
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
cable box.
3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
Continue to page 8.
3.
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the
VCR. View all pay channels through 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
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
Option A hookup.
A
Playback VCR
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
R
AUDIO1
L
IN FROM
ANT.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
VHF/UHF
and then modify with this connection.
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
3 CH. 4
2. Set the 3CH.4 switch on the playback
VIDEO1
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)
Recording VCR
3. Connect as shown.
R
AUDIO1
L
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
IN
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
OUT
3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
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.
B
Option B hookup.
Playback VCR (only)
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy
quality, Hi-Fi, stereo playback and more
convenient operation Ñ use of the TV•VCR
button is not required.
R
IN FROM
ANT.
AUDIO1
L
VHF/UHF
OT TO TV
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
OUT
IN
3 H. 4
and then modify with this connection.
VIDEO1
2. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter
may be required to hear sound from both
channels if your other VCR is not stereo.
Audio/Video
Cables
Recording VCR
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
R
AUDIO1
L
IN FROM
ANT.
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
Continue to page 8.
4.
OUT
IN
3 CH. 4
Select the line (audio/video) input on the
recording VCR to receive the signal from
the playback VCR.
VIDEO1
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Audio/Video
Cables
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
television programs and other materials
may infringe the rights of others.
or
Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
pages 3, 4, or 5.
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Hooking Up the VCR
Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/Receiver
Record on the VCR from an
amplifier/receiver.
Back of VCR
Connect your VCR to a stereo amplifier/
receiver to record stereo audio.
R
IN FROM
ANT.
AUDIO1
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
L
VHF/UHF
and then modify with this connection.
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
3 CH. 4
2. Connect as shown.
VIDEO1
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
Audio/Video Cables
3. Plug in power cords of amplifier/
receiver, VCR, and TV.
Back of
Amplifier/Receiver
4. See ÒRecording AudioÓ on page 25.
Select the line input on the VCR to receive the
audio signal from the amplifier/receiver.
LEFT
RIGHT
REC
TAPE
PLAY
PHONO TUNER
AUX
Play back stereo tapes or
receive a stereo broadcast
through an amplifier/receiver.
Back of VCR
Connect your VCR to a stereo
amplifier/receiver to receive stereo
broadcasts or play back stereo tapes.
R
AUDIO1
L
IN FROM
ANT.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
VHF/UHF
and then modify with this connection.
OUT TO TV
OUT
IN
3 CH. 4
2. Connect as shown.
VIDEO1
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
Audio/Video Cables
3. Plug in power cords of amplifier/
receiver, VCR, and TV.
Back of
Amplifier/Receiver
4. See ÒTape PlaybackÓ on page 19.
LEFT
RIGHT
REC
TAPE
PLAY
PHONO TUNER
AUX
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
1. Check accessories with VCR.
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.
POWER
PAUSE
TV•VCR GO BACK INFO
PLAY
RECORD
2 “AA” Batteries
REV
FWD
SLOW
STOP
3
SEARCH
CHAN
1
2
4
7
5
8
6
9
0
INPUT
MENU
CLEAR
SPEED
F.ADV
Remote
RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 221383)
TRACKING
(Stock No. 221345)
2. Insert batteries in remote.
3. Turn on the TV.
If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the
3CH.4 switch on back of VCR.
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TVÕs video input. (See TV
ownerÕs manual for details.)
4. Turn on the VCR.
Press POWER on the remote.
The POWER and VCR indicators light in the VCRÕs display panel.
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.
The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power
interruption, the VCR displays a message on the TV screen
prompting you to perform the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH. If
the message does not appear, go to step A below. If the
message appears, follow the directions on the screen.
AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE...
THEN PRESS CH UP
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This takes
about one to two minutes. The TV tunes to the lowest channel
found. Pressing CHANNEL up or down selects only the active
channels.
If you ever need to manually set up channels because you
change cable or antenna signals:
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV
VCR MAIN MENU
screen. If this menu does not appear:
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
3 CHANNELS
¥ Make sure the TV is tuned to same channel as the 3CH.4
switch on the VCR or the TVÕs video input (refer to TVÕs
manual).
CHANNELS
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
¥ If you use a basic hookup, check the VCR indicator in
display panel Ñ it should be on. Press TV•VCR to turn
it on.
3 SIGNAL TYPE:
CABLE
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
NOW SCANNING CHANNEL 14
PRESS ANY KEY TO CANCEL
¥ Check the connections.
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
C. Press 1 to begin AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH.
The VCR automatically selects the CABLE (cable TV) or
ANTENNA signal.
To change the SIGNAL TYPE:
A. Follow steps A-B above.
B. Press 3 to switch the SIGNAL TYPE between CABLE and
ANTENNA.
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 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
3 CHANNELS
A. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU.
CHANNELS
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
C. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL display.
D. Follow the directions on the screen.
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
CHANNEL 03
IS PRESENTLY ADDED
E. Add or remove more channels using the CHANNEL up and
down buttons.
PRESS CLEAR TO REMOVE
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
7. Select the language/Seleccione el idioma/
Sélectionner la langue.
VCR MAIN MENU
The VCR displays the on-screen menus in the English, Spanish or
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
French language. The word ÒLanguageÓ cycles through the different
languages when the VCR Main Menu is displayed on the TV screen.
3 CHANNELS
4 PREFERENCES
5 AUDIO
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
6 LANGUAGE
B. Press 6 to display the LANGUAGE or IDIOMA or LANGUE
menu. (English: LANGUAGE; Spanish: IDIOMA; French:
LANGUE). The arrow indicates which language is selected.
LANGUAGE
SELECT A LANGUAGE.
1➛ENGLISH
2 ESPAÑOL
3 FRANÇAIS
¥ Press 1 to have the menus displayed in English (Ingles).
¥ Press 2 to have the menus displayed in Spanish (Espa–ol).
¥ Press 3 to have the menus displayed in French (Fran•ais).
PRESS MENU TO CONTINUE
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 television
channels. Also, this button lets you record a program on the VCR
while watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 20.
A. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.
B. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR.
The channel number changes on the TV screen.
C. Press TV•VCR to see the TV channels.
The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.
Change channels using the TVÕs remote.
D. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel Ñ CH3 or CH4.
E. Press TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.
9.Set the Display Panel brightness.
VCR MAIN MENU
This feature changes the brightness level of the fluorescent
display panel.
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
3 CHANNELS
4 PREFERENCES
A. Press MENU on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 4 to display PREFERENCES.
PREFERENCES
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1
2 AUTO PLAY:
ON
3 FRONT PANEL:
4 ALERT SOUND:
AUTO
OFF
C. Press 3 to select the FRONT PANEL: AUTO, BRITE, or DIM.
¥
Select AUTO to keep the display panel bright when the VCR is
on and dim when it is off.
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¥
¥
Select BRITE to keep the display panel bright.
Select DIM to keep the display panel dim (not bright).
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
10. Set the ALERT SOUND feature.
VCR MAIN MENU
Select this feature if you want a warning to sound each time an
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
invalid entry or invalid operation is made. This feature is set to
OFF. Please note the warning sound is heard only when the VCR
is on.
3 CHANNELS
4 PREFERENCES
PREFERENCES
A. Press MENU on the remote to display VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1
2 AUTO PLAY:
3 FRONT PANEL:
4 ALERT SOUND:
ON
AUTO
OFF
C. Press 4 to select ALERT SOUND: ON or OFF.
¥ Select ON if you want to hear a warning.
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¥ Select OFF if you do not want to hear a warning.
11. Set the Time and Date.
When you first turn on the VCR, the - : - - appears in the clock
area of the VCRÕs display panel.
VCR MAIN MENU
VCR Hi-Fi
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
TIME
1 SET TIME AND DATE
SET TIME AND DATE
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 2 to display the TIME menu.
TIME --:-- --
(HH:MM)
DATE --/--/--
C. Press 1 to display SET TIME AND DATE.
PRESS MENU TO CANCEL
D. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the
remote.
SET TIME AND DATE
TIME 09:39 AM
¥ 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.
DATE 08/04/96 SUNDAY
¥ Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT
PRESS MENU TO SET
E. Press MENU to start the clock.
F. Press 0 twice to exit.
The time appears in the VCR display panel, and the time and
date appear on the TV screen when you press DISPLAY.
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
12. Set the Automatic Daylight-Saving Time
Select this feature if you want the VCRÕs clock automatically to
advance one hour in April and reverse one hour in October.
A.Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
B.Press 2 to display the TIME menu.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
TIME
C. Press 2 to select AUTO DST: ON or OFF.
1 SET TIME AND DATE
2 AUTO DST:
¥ Select ON if you want the VCRÕs clock to automatically adjust
ON
for Daylight Saving Time.
¥ Select OFF if you do not want the VCRÕs clock to
automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time.
In the Spring, daylight-saving time begins on the first Sunday
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in April. Clocks are set forward one hour.
Because the clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to
3:00 AM, keep in mind that any part of a scheduled Timer
Recording that falls between these two times is not
performed.
In the autumn, daylight-saving time begins on the last
Sunday in October. Clocks are set back one hour.
The VCR clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to 1:00
AM. Therefore, it can affect your recording length.
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Using the Remote Control
VCR Function Buttons
CHAN (CHANNEL) Up or Down
PLAY
Selects the next higher or lower
channel in the VCRÕs channel
memory.
Plays a tape.
POWER
Turns the VCR on and off.
CLEAR
POWER
Resets the time counter to 0:00:00.
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
TV•VCR
PLAY
INFO
GO BACK
Switches between two channels.
Lets you change entries when setting
the time or VCR for a timer
recording.
Select one channel, then select
another. Press PREV CH to switch
between the two channels.
PAUSE
RECORD
DISPLAY
Shows the VCR operating displays
on the TV screen.
REC
REV
FWD
Starts the VCR recording. See page 20.
Displays the time counter when a
tape is inserted.
Used for One Touch recording. See
page 21.
SLOW
STOP
3
SEARCH
CHAN
FF (Fast Forward)
REW (Rewind)
1
2
Fast forwards the tape when the
VCR is stopped.
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
4
7
5
8
6
9
Searches the picture in forward
motion during playback.
Searches the picture in reverse
motion during playback.
F. ADV (Frame Advance)
SEARCH
0
Lets you view one frame with each
press of the button when the tape is
in pause mode.
Displays the INDEX and ZERO
search menus on TV.
CLEAR
INPUT
MENU
Advances the tape 60 seconds with
one press and 120 seconds with two
presses during playback.
SPEED
F.ADV
INPUT
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.
TRACKING
SLOW
Plays a tape in slow-motion.
SPEED (Tape Speed)
Selects a recording speed (SP, SLP).
MENU
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU on
the TV screen.
STOP
Stops the VCRÕs normal functions
such as record, playback, rewind,
fast forward, and pause.
Removes a menu from the screen.
Numbers (0 through 9)
Selects a channel up to 99Ñpress two
numbers.
TRACKING Up or Down
Reduces the streaks that may appear
on the picture during play or pause.
Selects a cable channel over 99Ñ
press and hold 1 until 1-- appears on
the screen. Then, press the other two
numbers.
Reduces picture ÓjitterÓ during
pause.
TV•VCR
PAUSE
Switches the picture signal so that it
either comes from the VCR or the TV
channel. See page 10.
Pauses action for viewing during
playback.
Pauses recording to prevent
recording of unwanted scenes.
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Playing a Tape
Playback
To play a tape
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or the TVÕs video input to see the
picture from the VCR.
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.
The VCR automatically turns on. The POWER and VCR indicators light. The
tape automatically begins playback if the safety tab on the cassette has been
removed and the AUTO PLAY feature is turned on.
CHANNEL
TRACKING
POWER STOP•EJECT
RECORD
REW
PLAY•PAUSE
FWD
TV•VCR
Safety Tab
3. Press PLAY on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR, if necessary.
4. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR to remove any streaks
from the picture if necessary. Details are on page 18.
5. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote.
6. Press REW on the VCR or the remote.
End of Tape
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during
playback.
Power Off
If you press POWER while a tape is rewinding, the VCR turns off automatically
when it is completely rewound. REWIND➛POWER OFF is displayed on the TV
screen.
7. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
AUTO PLAY Feature
This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when you insert a tape with
the safety tab removed.
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
3 CHANNELS
4 PREFERENCES
2. Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
3. Press 2 to select AUTO PLAY: ON or OFF.
PREFERENCES
¥
¥
Select ON if you want to have a tape with its safety tab
removed to start playing automatically.
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1
2 AUTO PLAY:
ON
3 FRONT PANEL:
4 ALERT SOUND:
AUTO
OFF
Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety
tab removed to start playing automatically.
0 EXIT
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. The time counter is
removed from the TV screen during picture search. The picture search works best for
tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed.
Fast Forward Search
1. Press FF to search forward at a faster-than-normal speed.
2. Press FF or PLAY on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on the
VCR to return to playback.
Rewind Search
1. Press REW to search backward at a faster-than-normal
speed.
2. Press REW or PLAY on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on
the VCR 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 SLP speed.
1. Press SLOW to begin slow-motion playback.
2. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from
the picture.
3. Press PLAY on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR
to return to playback.
The VCR automatically switches from slow-motion
playback to stop after a few minutes.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
DISPLAY Button
The DISPLAY button shows the status of the VCR channel number, time counter,
date, time and tape speed on the TV screen. The time and date must be set before
they can be displayed.
STOP CH 05 0:30:00
Press
DISPLAY
Status Displays
1. Press DISPLAY.
If you do not press DISPLAY again, this display
times out.
08/04/96 SUN 01:30AM SLP
2. Press DISPLAY again to display only the time
counter on the TV screen.
0:30:00
Hours
3. Press DISPLAY again to return to TV viewing.
Minutes
Seconds
Turning off the VCR automatically returns the
displays to normal.
Press
DISPLAY
Again
Time Counter Only
No Display
Press
DISPLAY
Again
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.
0:30:00
For example, if you record a 30-minute program at the beginning of the tape and
you want to go to the end of that program to begin another recording,
you would:
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time
counter on the TV screen.
3. Press FF to fast forward the tape until 0:30:00
appears in the time counter and press STOP.
The time counter is removed from the TV screen
during fast forward.
The time counter does not advance when it
detects no signal (blank tape).
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
5. Press DISPLAY to remove the time counter from
the screen.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
Index Search
The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Search SystemÓ that automatically records an index mark on
the tape every time you begin recording a program. Your VCR has two index playback
features. To locate the program you want to play, select a specific index number or search
by scanning.
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR.
INDEX SEARCH
¥
¥
A mark too close to the current location on the tape.
PRESS REW OR FF
TO BEGIN SCANNING
OR
ENTER A SPECIFIC
INDEX NUMBER
--
The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of five
minutes or less.
¥
The first index mark on the tape when you start
searching from the beginning of the tape.
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT
To Index Search
INDEX SEARCH
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
SEARCHING FOR
INDEX MARKS...
2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX
SEARCH menu on the TV screen.
3. Press REW or FF on the remote to scan or enter the
number of index marks you want the VCR to search.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
PRESS STOP TO CANCEL
Once the index mark or marks is found, the tape will
begin playback.
4. Follow the directions on the screen.
Zero Search
The zero search feature allows the VCR to 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 the tape several times.
ZERO SEARCH
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.
CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS
2:17:25
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on
PRESS REW TO GO TO
0:00:00
the TV screen.
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT
3. Use PLAY, FF, or REW to advance to the place on the
tape where you want to return quickly.
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
5. Continue playing the tape.
6. Press STOP.
ZERO SEARCH
CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS
-2:17:25
PRESS FF TO GO TO
0:00:00
7. Press SEARCH twice to display the ZERO SEARCH
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT
menu on the TV screen.
8. Follow the directions on the screen.
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button)
This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments.
Press SEARCH during playback to advance the tape
approximately one minute or press SEARCH twice for two
minutes.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
Pause for Stop Action
This feature stops the tape in action and lets you examine the details of the scene. Stop
action works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed.
1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.
2. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote to reduce any
jittering of the picture.
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on
the VCR 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 the SP or SLP speed.
1. Press PAUSE 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 on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on
the VCR to resume normal playback.
Automatic Tracking
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when you are playing back a
tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on when a tape is inserted or
the VCRÕs 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, and it has no effect
during recording.
¥
¥
¥
When streaks or snow appear in the picture, press
TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR
for the best possible picture.
During pause, press TRACKING up or down on
the remote to reduce any jittering of the
picture.
When the sound is noisy, press TRACKING
up or down on the remote for the best
possible sound.
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Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR Feature
The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The
Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Mono sound is
recorded on the linear track.
To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a stereo television or amplifier/receiver
using the audio/video jacks. The TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR feature lets
you select which audio you play back.
To Select Playback Sound
VCR MAIN MENU
1. Press MENU to see the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 5 to see the AUDIO menu on the TV screen.
3. Press 2 to switch between HI-FI and LINEAR sound.
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
3 CHANNELS
4 PREFERENCES
5 AUDIO
AUDIO
¥
Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the
Hi-Fi track and for normal use.
1 RECEPTION:
2 TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI
STEREO
The Hi-Fi indicator lights in the VCRÕs display
panel.
¥
Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded
on the linear track, such as a second audio
program (SAP).
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The Hi-Fi indicator turns off in the VCRÕs
display panel.
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Recording a Program
Recordings
Your VCR provides different recording options. These options are explained in this section of the manual.
Recording Speeds
Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP or SLP). The speed
you select appears on the TV screen. Tapes recorded in LP can be played in this
VCR.
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, frame advance, slow motion, and
picture search work well in this speed.
SLP (Super Long 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
2Hrs
SLP
6Hrs
8Hrs
T-160
2Hrs 40Min
Normal Recording
To Make a Recording
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TVÕs
video input channel.
1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
2. If you are using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator
lights in the VCRÕs 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 on the TV screen.
5. Press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to begin recording.
The RECORD indicator lights in the VCRÕs display panel while the VCR is
recording.
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel
For some cable box hookups, this recording feature may not apply. Contact
your local cable company for assistance.
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 TVÕs channel buttons.
4. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the 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.
POWER STOP•EJECT
CHANNEL
TRACKING
RECORD
REW
PLAY•PAUSE
FWD
TV•VCR
RECORD
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 RECORD or REC repeatedly until the amount of recording time for
the program is displayed on the TV screen.
Each press of RECORD or REC increases the time Ñ 30 minutes up to 4
hours.
Press
RECORD
Recording
Time
REC
CH 06
0:30
1:00
1:30
2:00
3:00
4:00
(30 Min)
(1 Hr)
RECORD LENGTH 0:00
(1 Hr, 30 Min)
(2 Hrs)
PRESS REC TO SET LENGTH
(3 Hrs)
(4 Hrs)
Display on TV Screen
Normal Record
The REC and TIMER indicators light in the VCRÕs display panel.
During recording, press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to
display the time remaining on the TV screen. Press RECORD or REC again
to increase the recording time.
Stopping a One Touch Recording in Progress
You can stop a recording by:
¥ Pressing and holding the STOP button on the remote or STOP•EJECT on
the VCR for approximately three seconds.
¥ Pressing the RECORD button until 0:00 is displayed for the recording.
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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 a 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 TIMER RECORDINGS
TIMER RECORDINGS
2. Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.
3. Press 1 to display the CREATE A NEW PROGRAM menu.
4. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.
1 CREATE A NEW PROGRAM
HOW OFTEN SHOULD THIS
PROGRAM RECORD?
1 ONE TIME
1 ONE TIME Ñ single program recorded once.
2 DAILY (EVERY DAY))
3 WEEKDAYS (M - F)
4 WEEKLY (ONCE PER WEEK)
2 DAILY Ñ program recorded at same time every day.
3 WEEKDAYS Ñ program recorded at same
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)
time Monday through Friday.
CHANNEL
--
4 WEEKLY Ñ program recorded at same time
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)
CHANNEL 08
once a week.
START TIME --:-- --
5. Press number buttons on the remote to enter the channel
number (or INPUT on the remote to select line input), start
time including AM or PM, end time, start date, and recording
speed of the recording. Follow the on-screen prompts.
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)
CHANNEL
START TIME 02:10 PM
END TIME 03:35 PM
08
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
START DATE 08/04/96
TAPE SPEED SLP
1=SP 2=SLP
6. Press MENU to enter your program.
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT
PRESS MENU TO SAVE
If you have entered two programs whose times overlap,
PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears on the screen.
7. Repeat steps 3–6 for additional programs and follow the
directions on the screen.
PROGRAM 1 HAS BEEN SAVED
REMEMBER TO INSERT A
RECORDABLE TAPE AND
TURN THE VCR OFF BEFORE
THE PROGRAM START TIME.
8. 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 recording begins.
Stopping a Timer Recording
You can stop a recording by pressing and holding the STOP
button on the remote or STOP•EJECT on the VCR for
approximately three seconds.
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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 AUDIO1 and
PROGRAM 1 (ONE TIME)
CHANNEL VIDEO
START TIME --:-- --
END TIME --:-- --
START DATE --/--/--
TAPE SPEED SLP
VIDEO1 IN jacks of the VCR. Recording from the line input is
convenient if you have a satellite receiver or similar component
attached to these jacks.
To timer record from the component connected to the VCRÕs line
input, press INPUT or “0,0” on the remote to enter VIDEO in the
channel number position.
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.
3. Press 2 to display the programÕs menu.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
TIMER RECORDINGS
1 CREATE A NEW PROGRAM
2 REVIEW EXISTING PROGS.
4. Press MENU for next program or CLEAR to erase the
program.
PROGRAM 1
CHANNEL
(ONE TIME)
08
START TIME 02:10 PM
END TIME 03:35 PM
START DATE 08/04/96 SUN
TAPE SPEED SLP
PRESS CLEAR TO ERASE
PRESS MENU FOR NEXT PROG
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Recording a Program
Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)
Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio language (SAP). The RECEPTION:
STEREO/MONO/SAP feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record.
To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3,
4, or the TVÕs video input.
1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
2. If you are using one of the basic hookups, make sure the
VCR indicator lights in the VCRÕs 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 or line input (channel 00) to be recorded.
The channel number or VIDEO appears on the TV screen
and L appears in the VCR display panel.
5. Set the RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for the
VCR MAIN MENU
type of audio you want to record.
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
3 CHANNELS
4 PREFERENCES
5 AUDIO
B. Press 5 to display the AUDIO menu.
AUDIO
C. Press 1 to select the type of audio RECEPTION:
1 RECEPTION:
2 TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI
STEREO
STEREO, MONO, or SAP.
¥ Select STEREO for normal and stereo broadcast TV
recording.
STEREO appears on the TV screen when the station
you are tuned to is broadcasting stereo.
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¥ Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound
is too Ònoisy.Ó
¥ Select SAP to record SAP (second audio program) on
the linear track.
SAP appears on the TV screen when the station you
are tuned to is broadcasting SAP.
Set the TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR feature to
LINEAR to hear SAP. Details are on page 19.
6. Press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to start
recording.
The REC indicator lights in the display panel.
7. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote
when you are finished.
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Recording a Program
RECORDING AUDIO
You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO1 IN (L and R) jacks on the
back of the VCR. Recording audio erases previously recorded video.
To Record Audio Only (Refer to hookup on page 7.)
1. Press the INPUT button or 0,0 on the remote to hear the
source attached to the AUDIO jacks. L appears in the
VCR display panel and VIDEO appears on the
TV screen.
The VCR records audio from the audio equipment
connected to the AUDIO1 (L and R) IN jacks.
2. Use SPEED on the remote to select the recording speed.
The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen.
3. Start playing the audio source. Then, press RECORD on
the VCR or REC on the remote to begin recording.
REC lights in the VCRÕs display panel.
4. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote
when you are finished.
Using the Recording Features
Recording Pause
To prevent recording short passages of unwanted material, use PAUSE during recording
to stop and start recording. The VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a
few minutes.
Pro-Tect Plus™ (Child Lock) Feature
This feature is useful to tamper proof your timer recordings from unwanted changes
and/or protect the VCR from misoperation by other users in the household. It also
prohibits all operations of the VCR once the feature is turned on.
To Lock the VCR
Press and hold POWER on the remote for approximately six
seconds to activate the Pro-Tect Plusª feature. The VCR
turns off.
The word “SAFE” appears in the VCR display to let you
know the feature is activated. After the feature is activated,
momentarily pressing POWER also causes the word “SAFE”
to appear.
To Unlock the VCR
Press and hold POWER on the remote for approximately six
seconds to unlock the VCR. The VCR turns on.
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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 TVÕs
video input.
Caution: The unauthorized
recording of television
3. If you connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune the
recording VCR to channel 3 or 4 Ð the one selected on the back of
the playback VCR.
programs and other
materials may infringe the
rights of others.
If you connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press INPUT
(or channel 00) on the recording VCRÕs 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 VCR when you reach
the point on the tape or program where you want to begin
copying. If the tape was not recorded on the playback VCR,
streaks may appear and you may need to adjust tracking.
6. Press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote, then PAUSE
on the recording VCR.
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 VCR to stop copying the tape. Then,
locate the next segment you want to copy on the playback VCR
by using FWD, REW, and PLAY. Press PAUSE on the playback
VCR. Press PAUSE at the same time on both VCRs to resume
copying.
9. Press STOP•EJECT 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.
Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible Remote
If you have a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan remote with VCR1 and VCR2 buttons, you can
program this VCR to respond to either VCR1 or VCR2. This lets you control both VCRs with one
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 TIME
remote for easier copying and editing.
3 CHANNELS
Set the REMOTE CONTROL feature of this VCR to VCR1 or VCR2 position. Then, the
compatible remote controls the VCR with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button Ñ depending on the
position you select in the menu.
4 PREFERENCES
PREFERENCES
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 4 to display PREFERENCES.
PREFERENCES
( PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE )
2 AUTO PLAY:
3 FRONT PANEL:
4 ALERT SOUND:
ON
AUTO
OFF
3. Press 1 to activate the REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1 or VCR2
feature.
4. Press VCR1 or VCR2 on your compatible VCRÕs remote to
change the setting and program this VCR to respond to VCR1 or
VCR2 Ñ depending on the position you selected in step 3.
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Location of Controls
Front Panel
Tape Compartment
CHANNEL
TRACKING
POWER STOP•EJECT
RECORD
REW
PLAY•PAUSE
FWD
TV•VCR
Remote Sensor
Remote Sensor
CHANNEL or TRACKING up or down
Receives signals from the remote control.
Aim the remote at this sensor with no
objects between them.
Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs
channel memory.
Adjusts tracking during playback.
REW
FWD (Fast Forward)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture forward during playback.
Searches the picture in reverse during
playback.
PLAY•PAUSE
Plays a tape.
STOP•EJECT
Stops the normal functions such as record,
playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause.
Pauses the tape for stop-action viewing during
playback.
Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the
cassette.
Pauses the tape during recording to prevent
recording unwanted material.
TV•VCR
POWER
Switches the picture signal so that it either
comes from the VCR or the TV channel.
See page 10.
Turns the VCR on or off.
RECORD
Start the VCR recording.
Used for one touch recording.
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Location of Controls
Back Panel
IN FROM
ANT.
R-AUDIO-L
VIDEO
OUT
IN 1
VHF/UHF
MONO
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
3CH.4 Switch
VIDEO1 IN and AUDIO1 (R and L) IN Jacks
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.
Receive signals from another component like a
VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these
jacks. Use INPUT (channel 00) on the remote
to select.
IN FROM ANT. (Antenna) Connector
VIDEO1 OUT and AUDIO1 (R and L) OUT Jacks
Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system
when attached.
Send signals from VCR to another component like
a TV, VCR or camcorder when it is connected to
these jacks.
OUT TO TV Connector
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.
Display Panel
Hi-Fi
VCR
Indicator
Indicator
Timer Indicator
Power Indicator
TIMER
VCR Hi•Fi
A
M
Current Time, Channel Number, or Line Indicator (L), or Status
TIMER Indicator
Hi-Fi Indicator
Lights when TAPE PLAYBACK feature is set to
HI-FI.
Shows VCR is set for timer recording when VCR is
turned off.
Flashes when a timer recording is set and there is
no cassette in the VCR.
POWER Indicator
Lights when the VCR is turned on.
VCR Indicator
Time, Channel Number, or Line Input (L)
Lights when using the TV•VCR button.
The current time is displayed. Only the AM
indicator appears; when the time is PM, no
indicator appears.
When using one of the basic hookups:
•
The picture is coming from the VCR when the
VCR indicator is on.
The channel number or line input is displayed.
Pressing INPUT or channel 0, 0 on the remote
displays the line input indicator to record from the
VIDEO1 and AUDIO1 IN jacks
•
The picture is coming from the television
channels when the VCR indicator is off.
STATUS Indicators
PLAY A tape is playing.
REC
REW
FF
A tape is recording
A tape is rewinding.
A tape is fast forwarding.
STOP A tape is stopped.
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Specifications
Format:
VHS
Record/Playback
Video: 4-Head
System:
Audio: VHS Hi-Fi Stereo 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 mm)
14.2 inches wide
(360 mm)
11.2 inches deep
(285 mm)
Weight:
8.2 pounds
(3.7 kg)
Storage Temperature
Range:
- 22 F to +149 F
û
û
(-30 C to +65 C)
û
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Operating
Temperature Range:
+41 F to +104 F
û
û
(+5 C to +40 C)
û
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*Check your cable companyÔs compatibility requirements.
Cleaning the VCR
Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to clean the
exterior of the VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top, back,
sides, and bottom of the cabinet.
Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various
solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the
materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. We recommend using
a non-abrasive, anti-static cleaner and polisher.
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Trouble Checks
Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before
you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Servicenter.
Trouble
Here's what to try:
No power
¥ Plug VCR into an operating outlet.
¥ Check connections.
VCR does not respond to remote
¥ 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.
¥ Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.
¥ Change batteries.
¥ Check setting of REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1 (VCR2) feature. See page 26.
¥ Check the Pro-Tectª feature.
Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing
Snowy or no picture during playback
¥ Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator off.
¥ Switch TV to an active channel.
¥ Check antenna connections.
¥ Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.
¥ Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel
selected with 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR.
¥ Check TVÕs 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.
Streaks in picture during normal playback
¥ Press the TRACKING button on the remote or the VCR to move streaks for
the best picture.
¥ Check tape Ñ it may be worn out or of poor quality.
Time counter not working or time counter does
not change during zero search feature
¥ The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape.
When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will
hold its count until recorded material is detected again.
¥ A minus (Ð) appears in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back
than a counter reading of 0:00:00.
¥ Time counter only appears when a tape is in the VCR.
Will not record or play
¥ No cassette in VCR.
¥ Eject and reinsert cassette.
¥ Broken tape Ñ try another cassette.
¥ VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE during recording or playback.
¥ Check the Pro-Tectª feature.
Will not record
¥ Safety tab removed from cassette.
¥ Make sure the line indicator (VIDEO) does not appear on the TV screen for
normal recording from the VCRÕs tuner. Press INPUT on the remote to turn
the line input off.
¥ Check the Pro-Tectª feature.
¥ TAPE PLAYBACK feature must be set to HI-FI to hear stereo sound during
playback. See page 19.
No stereo sound during playback
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Trouble Checks
Trouble
Here's what to try:
Stereo audio too noisy
¥ Stereo signal is weak. Set RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature to
MONO.
¥ Press the TRACKING up or down button on the remote to minimize the noise.
Stereo or SAP sound not recorded
¥ RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to STEREO to
record broadcast stereo. See page 24.
¥ RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to SAP to record
SAP. See page 24.
¥ STEREO or SAP indicator not on. Station not broadcasting stereo or SAP.
Rewind does not operate
¥ Tape already rewound.
Timer recording not made
or wrong program recorded
¥ 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 11.
¥ Check to see if time and date are correct Ñ including AM/PM.
¥ Program exceeded tapeÕs length or tape was not rewound beforehand.
¥ VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start.
¥ No tape in VCR or cassetteÕs safety tab broken off.
Incorrect time or date
¥ Power interruption--clock on the front panel shows -:--.
¥ Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date). See page 11.
Time did not adjust for daylight savings
VCR makes noise when stopped
¥ Check if AUTO DST is turned on.
¥ 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.
Will not Auto Channel Search correctly
Cannot select channels over 69
¥ Check antenna connections.
¥ Check SIGNAL TYPE: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 9.
¥ Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if SIGNAL TYPE:
CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 9.
Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to
play automatically
¥ Set AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 15.
Tape plays back in slow motion
¥ Press PLAY to return to normal playback.
¥ Timer recording programmed and no cassette in VCR.
¥ Check LANGUAGE feature. See page 10.
TIMER indicator flashes
On-screen menus are in English, French or
Spanish
Time counter disappears while searching
¥ This is normal. Details are on page 16.
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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 OwnerÕs Manual clearly describes how to
install, adjust, and operate your VCR. Any additional information should
be obtained from your Dealer.)
¥
¥
¥
¥
¥
¥
Installation and related adjustments.
Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR.
Damage from misuse or neglect.
Cleaning of video/audio heads.
Remote control batteries.
A VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is
used for institutional or other commercial purposes.
¥
¥
A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA.
Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.
Product Registration:
¥
Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your
VCR. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The
return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.
How state law relates to this warranty:
¥
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other
rights that vary from state to state.
If you purchased your VCR outside the United States:
¥
This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty
information.
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Index
Accessories, Included ................................8
Add or Remove Channels from
Language, Selecting .................................10
Limited Warranty.....................................32
Line Input, Recording From ...................23
Location of Controls
Remote Control ................................13
VCR Back Panel................................28
VCR Display Panel...........................28
VCR Front Panel...............................27
Number Buttons .......................................13
One Touch Recording..............................21
Operating Instructions
Broadcast Stereo TV Recording .....24
Copying Tapes..................................26
One Touch Recording......................21
Normal Recording ...........................20
Playing a Tape ..................................14
SAP Recording..................................24
Pause for Stop Action ..............................18
Picture Search ...........................................15
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Button...................................................13
Problems, Solving................................30,31
Pro-Tect Plusª Feature...........................25
RECEPTION: STEREO/MONO/SAP
Feature .................................................24
Recording
Remove or Add Channels from
SAP, Recording.........................................24
Searching, Picture.....................................15
Seleccione el Idioma.................................10
Sensor, Remote .........................................27
Setting a Timer Recording ......................22
Setting Up the VCR...............................8-12
Specifications ............................................29
Startup ....................................................8-12
Stereo Amplifier/Receiver Connections.7
Stereo TV, Recording ...............................24
Stop Action Pause ....................................18
Stopping Timer Programs.......................22
Table of Contents........................................1
TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR
Amplifier/Receiver Connections.............7
Antenna Connections .............................2,3
Audio Only, Recording ...........................25
Back Panel .................................................28
Batteries, Inserting in Remote...................8
Brightness, Front Panel............................10
Cable System With Cable Box
Cable System Without Cable Box
Card, Registration .......................................i
Checking Timer Recordings ...................23
Child Lock Feature...................................25
Cleaning the VCR.....................................29
Clearing Timer Programs........................23
Commercial Scan......................................17
Compatible Remotes................................26
Connections .............................................2-7
Audio/Video Jacks......................2,3-7
Copying Tape, Connections......................6
Date and Time, Setting ............................11
Editing Tapes ............................................26
English Language.....................................10
Frame Advance Feature ..........................18
Hookups
Feature ............................................19,24
Time and Date, Setting ............................11
Time Counter .......................................16,17
Timer Recording
Checking and Clearing....................23
Front VCR Line Input......................23
Pro-Tect Plusª Feature...................25
Tracking, Automatic and Manual..........18
Turn On VCR ..............................................8
VCR, Cleaning ..........................................29
VCR, Turn On .............................................8
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels............9
Warranty, Limited....................................32
Audio Only .......................................25
Broadcast Stereo TV.........................24
From Another VCR..........................26
Normal...............................................20
One Program While
Watching Another..........................20
SAP (Second Audio Program)........24
Timer.............................................22,23
Registration Card ........................................i
Remote Control.........................................13
Remote Sensor ..........................................27
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For your nearest Home
Entertainment Dealer
or 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 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
30 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
Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis
address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will
only add delays in service for your product.
10330 North Meridian Street
Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024
©
1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
®
Trademark(s) Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
Printed in Japan
Part Number 96-VG4256-1
VQTS3240 (A)
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