Manual

Chapter3:OperatingYourVCR
LoadingandUnloadingTapes
This section explains loading and unloading tapes.
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Tapes can be loaded into your VCR as long as the VCR is plugged
in. Even when the VCR POWER is off, loadinG: a tape will auto-
matically turn the VCR on. Use only tapes that have a V_-_abel.
Loadinga tape
Hold the tape so that the long narrow edge with the contents
label faces towards you. The other edge is hinged and should
face towards the VCR. The plastic window that shows the
videotape should face up.
Gently insert the tape into the cassette slot until the VCR
automatically takes it in.
Your new VCR will eject the tape if you improperly load it. If tlhe
VCR ejects the tape, remove the tape, check to see that the
contents label is facing you, that the geared tape reels are facing
downwards, wait a few seconds, and try again.
Unloadinga tape
O Press the EJECT button on the front of the VCR or on the
remote control. If the VCR POWER is off, the VCR will turn
on, eject the tape, then turn off.
O Remove the tape.
You cannot eject a tape while it is recording. You must first press
STOP.
preventingaccidentalerasure
Tapes come with a tab which, when removed, prevents you from
recording over them. If you attempt to record over a tape tlhat has
had this tab removed, the VCR will briefly display an error
message on the TV screen and will eject the tape. To record over
such a tape, simply place a piece of vinyl tape over the opening.
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usingrepairedtapes
We recommend that you take any broken or torn tapes to a
professional for repair. If you repair a torn tape with improper
materials, you could damage your VCR when you play the tape.
headcleaning
Your VCR automatically cleans the head and the drum of the
VCR whenever you load a tape. If you see "noise" or snow when
playing a tape, eject the tape, re-load the tape, then wait 3 or 4
seconds. Repeat this process several times to improve the picture.
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