DVD Recorder/VCR Combo DRC8300N User's Guide
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Chapter 2: The Remote Control
Explanation of Buttons
You can use this remote to operate the DVD/VCR, and to access the features available. The remote 
is also designed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan components (TVs, VCRs, DVD players, audio 
components and satellite receivers). If you have another brand, you can program the remote control to 
operate those components (go to page 19 for instructions).
The descriptions that follow describe how each button works when operating the DVD/VCR. Many 
buttons will perform different functions depending upon the type of disc and menu functions of the disc.
0-9 (Number buttons)  Use the number buttons to input information such as chapter numbers, track 
numbers, to make selections on some menu screens, and/or to change channels.
Arrow buttons (up, down, left, right)  Use the arrow buttons to highlight options that appear on 
the screen (the arrow buttons move the highlight in the corresponding directions—up arrow moves the 
highlight up; left arrow moves the highlight left, etc.).
ADVANCE  When playing a disc or tape, moves forward approximately 30 seconds. Not applicable for 
VCDs or mp3 fi les.
AGAIN  Accesses the Scene Again™ feature—replays the last several seconds (approximately 10) of 
the DVD disc or tape you’re playing. Not applicable for VCDs or mp3 fi les.
ANALOG•DIGITAL  Switches the VCR from the digital path (InfoDisplay available) to the analog path 
(no InfoDisplay and different menu system).
ANGLE  Accesses various camera angles that might have been added to a pre-recorded disc when it 
was created. Not available on all discs.
ANTENNA  Acts like a TV/VCR button that is on most VCRs—on your DVD/VCR switches the RF 
Output between the TV/cable signal and the DVD/VCR output.
AUDIO  Puts the remote in audio mode to operate a component, such as an audio receiver or 
amplifi er, that you’ve programmed to work with this button.
AUX  Puts the remote in auxiliary mode to operate a component (such as a cable box, VCR, DVD 
player, satellite receiver, or audio receiver) that you’ve programmed to work with this button.
CABLE  Puts the remote in cable box mode so the remote operates a cable box that you’ve 
programmed to work with this button.
CH+  Advances to the next chapter or track when you’re playing discs. Goes to the next channel in the 
channel list when watching TV.
CH –  When playing a disc, goes to the beginning of the current chapter or track, unless you’re within 
the fi rst minute of a chapter or the fi rst 15 seconds of a track—then you’ll skip to the beginning of the 
preceding chapter or track. When watching TV, goes to the previous channel in the channels list.
CLEAR  During playback, removes on-screen menus and displays.
DVD/VCR  Turns on the DVD/VCR and puts the remote in DVD mode so it operates the DVD/VCR.
FORWARD  Searches forward through the disc or tape.
GO BACK  Returns you to the previous menu. When watching TV, goes back to the previous channel.
INFO  Displays the on-screen Info Display (for details about the Info Display, go to page 32.)
INPUT  Accesses the Input Jacks on the Recorder (CABLE/ANTENNA INPUT, INPUT 1, and INPUT 2 on the front of the DVD/VCR).
LIVE When the Main menu is on the screen, provides quick access to watch TV. 
MENU  When you’re not playing a disc, accesses the DVD/VCR’s menu. When you’re playing a disc, accesses the disc’s menu, if one is available.
MUTE  Lowers the volume to its minimum level. Press again to restore volume.
OPEN•CLOSE  Opens and closes the disc tray.
OK  When a menu is on the screen, selects the highlighted item.
ON•OFF  Turns the DVD/VCR on and off.
PAUSE  Pauses disc or tape play or recording.
PLAY  Begins disc or tape play.
RECORD  Records programming.
REVERSE  Searches backward through a disc or tape.
SAT  Puts the remote in Satellite mode in order for the remote to operate a satellite receiver. This remote is capable of being programmed to operate most brands of 
satellite receivers. This remote is already programmed to operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan brand satellite receivers.
STOP  Stops playback or recording.
TIMER•GUIDE  Accesses the list of Timer Recordings (the Timer List screen).
TV  Puts the remote in TV mode in order for it to operate your TV. This remote is already programmed to operate RCA, GE, and Proscan brand TVs. This remote is 
capable of being programmed to operate many brands of TVs.
VOL +/-  Increases and decreases the volume level. Is capable of operating your TV or audio receiver.
ZOOM  Enlarges the image on the screen so you can zoom in on details. To pan and scan after you’ve zoomed in on an image, use the arrow buttons. The Zoom feature 
isn’t available on all discs. Typically, it works with DVD discs and CD-Rs with JPEG fi les.
GO
BACK
VOL CH
MUTE
TV
ON-OFF
DVD/VCR CABLE
AUX
AUDIO
CLEAR
MENU
OK
LIVE
RECORD
STOP
PLAY
INPUT ANTENNA
PAUSE
FORWARDREVERSE
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4
5
6
8
0
9
ADVANCE
AGAIN
INFOTIMER•GUIDE
SAT
ZOOM ANALOG
DIGITAL
OPEN
CLOSE
ANGLE
The Universal Remote Control that came with 
your DVD/VCR operates most RCA, GE, and 
Proscan branded components.
Additionally, the remote is capable of being 
programmed to operate many other brands and 
models of components.










