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Key Features Overview Yk)urVCR is equipped with t_atures that will add to your recording experience. "I]le following inlk)rmation sumnmrizes a ti,w of these l_atures. Chapter 3 provides more inlbrmation about tile rest ot the VCP,'s fi,atures and how to use them.
TIMER I 2 3 0 RECORDINGS Create a New Program Review Existing Progs. Use VCR Plus+ Code Exit Timer Recordings Description: Your VCR allows you to progranl tip to eight different future broadcasts to be recorded. You can catch a one-time, daily, or weekly broadcast to record. Requirements: The VCR's clock must be set correctly. A tape with its sal_ty tab in place and enough tape to record a program nmst be inserted into the VCR.
bJe Product Registration Introduction ............................................................................................................. ............................................................................................................................ Key Features Overview Connections @f C@ntents & Setup i 1 ......................................................................................................... 1 ..............................................................
bJe @f C@ntents Using the Remote Control ............................................................................................... Using the Remote Control .................................................................................................. Buttons of the Remote Control ................................................................................... 26 26 Using the INPUT Button ........................................................................................
t Connections Chapter 8t Setup Overview: • Things to Consider Before • Cable Considerations • Making • Navigating On-Screen • Completing the QuickSet • Basic Recording Connecting the Connection Changing Menus TM Guide Entertainment.
C@nnect @ns Setup Things to Consider Before Connecting Components Protect Components From Power • Conn.,or all components • Always turn off the TV and other components Position bdore Surges plugging any power cords into the, wall outld. Cables to Avoid Audio befbre you connect or disconnect any cables. Hum or Interference • Insert all cable plugs firmly inlo their jacks.
C@nnect @ns Using the RF Coaxial The picture on the next page This will l)e the cable VCR to a TV used shows Setup Cable to Connect the RF coaxial tor the basic connections cable supplied represented the with your V('P,. in this chapter. RF Coaxial Cable Notes: To hear stereo sound, you will need to purchase Audio/Video (A/V) cables (not provided) and connect the VCR to the "IV. A/V jacks and cables also provide a superior image and sound quality.
C@nnect @ns Setup TV (back panel) CABLE/ VCR \ FromCable 0rAntenna TV + VCR Note: Your television shown here. 1. Connect back panel may not look exactly like the model the VCR to the TV Connect one end ot the supplied RF coaxial cable to the OUT TO TV jack on the l)ack of the \ CR and the other end to the TV's Antenna IN jack. 2. Connect the antenna/cable feed to the VCR Connect the satellite, cable, or antenna jack on your VCR. RF coaxial cable to the IN FROM ANT.
C@nnect @ns Setup TV SATELLITE RECEIVER IN FROMANT CH3 OUT SATELLITE VIDEO R L FromCable orTVAntenna TV + VCR + Satellite From Satellile Receiver Note: Your television and satellite receiver back panel may not look exactly like the models shown here. 1. Connect the VCR to the TV Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the OUT TO TV jack on the back of the VCR and the other end to the TV's Anh'nna IN jack. 2.
C@nnect @ns Setu@ TV VCR \ CABLEBOX IN FROMANT From CaMe Feed TV + VCR + Cable Box Note: Your television and cable box back panel may not took exactly like the models shown here. 1. Connect the VCR to the TV Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the OIT TO TV jack on the back of the VCR and the other end to the TVs Antenna input jack. 2. Connect the cable box to the VCR Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable to tile cable box's TV and the other end to the IN FROM ANT.
C@nnect_@ns _ Setup Set the VCR's CH 3/4 Switch The CH 3/4 switch on back of the VCR cletermines what channel VCR's image. Choose whichever channel the TV must be tunecl to see the is not usecl locally in your area. Note: If you connected components using A/V jacks and cables, the VCR's signal must be viewed using the TV's Video Line input.
C@nnect @ns Setup Using the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen Menus The technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on-screen the same tk)r all tile menu screens; use tile corresponding select it. To choose an on-screen item, press the remote control's menus. The theory is number button on tile remote control corresponding number button.
C@nnect:@ns Setup VCR Basics Once your initial settings :::List first understand are complete, some basic you can begin using your VCtL In order to begin, you concepts. Playing a Tape ]. 2. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (0?), 04, or the vide() line inpu0. Insert a tape in the VCR. If the Auto Play fi,amre is set to ON, the tape automatically (if the satl, ty tab on the tape is removed).
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2 Using the VCR's Menu System Chapter Overview: • Setting Up the VCR's Preferences • Using On-Screen • Cable Box Setup • Setting Time and Date • Setting VCR Preferences Changing Menus Entertainment.
Using OnoSCreen Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up Features YOu set up many of the VCR's teatures by using the menu system as discussed in the previous section. Each lioature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section as well as a [i.w other I>atures you should set up to get tile most out ot your VCt/. Note: Not all the VCR screens are shown in this manual when explaining the features. Language Selecling your pretl.rred language appear.
OnoNCreen CABLE BOX 4, SETUP Select one output Do you box to use your receive channels channels? or cable ALL only ALL 2 3 Only SOME channels Cancel setup of tile cable tile VCR to tile TV, press It 'ALL Channels" box (usually tile INP[T is selected, enter 03 or 04), or if A/V jacks button on tile VCR's remote the connect control. channels CABLE BOX what channel SETUP does the VCR receive from the cable signals box? (usually or Enter Press channel choices.
Using OnoSCreen Changing the Signal Type This teature is usetul il your cable signal goes out; it allows you to switch to a regular antenna CHANNELS I 2 Auto Channel Add/Remove 3 4 5 Signal Type: VCR Plus+ Setup Cable Box Setup 0 Exit Ik)r alternate television receptinn. 1. Press the MEN[ button to display the VCRMAINMt_%'7_ 2. Press the 4 button to choose 3. Press 3 to choose between S1_*tal "i)pe.. Cable a*zclA*zt_,*tna.
OnoSCreen enus Time and Date Your VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date; manually or by using the Auto Clock Set [_ature. l_sing Auto Clock Set enables the time to be updated each time the VCR is turned ol] by using time and date inlk)rmation carried in certain broadcast signals. Auto Clock Set Feature The Auto Clock Set t>ature is set to ONby defitult at the fitctory. In the ONsetting, the VCR looks fi)r a channel carrying time data and updates the clock automatically.
Using OnoSCreen Setting SET DAYLIGHT SAVING Displaying is observed to continue Time and Date Pressing the INFO button on the remote control or VCR displays the time and date on screen temporarily. SET Time TIME AND DATE ...... (hh:mm) Date Press Time 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MA13,_MENU. 2. Press 3 lo choose 2IMtL 3. Press 4 to choose SET1)AYLIC_FI'SAV13,*(d. 4. Select the appropriate option.
OnoNCreen Remote VCR1/VCR2 enus Option Some unfversal remote controls have butlons labeled VCR1 and VCR2. These remotes can operate kip lo two VCRs. If you have a universal remole control with this ability, your RCA VCR can be controlled with either tile VCR1 or VCR2 button. See the documentation lhat came with your universal remole control t_>rdetails about progranm_ing it lo control your RCA VCR. In the Preli:rences menu, press 1 to select tile Remote Control l_ature.
Using OnoSCreen I PREFERENCES Remote Control: VCRI 2 3 Auto Auto ON ON 4 5 EnergySaver: Front Panel: 2:00 BRIGHT 6 7 Tape Set SLP 0 Exit Play: TV/VCR: Speed: Auto Repeat EnergySaver By del_tult, lhe VCR automatically turns off atier two hours of inactivity. This can be changed in tile I)RFd_ERt'_)_iCES menu by pressing lhe 4 bullon repeatedly to change the time delay or to disable the l>ature altogether.
OnoSCreen AUTO REPEAT Set the length of time you want the tape to play in a repeating loop Set Auto Repeat A tape can be set to play the same segment over and over in a repeating loop with the Set Auto Repeat fl,ature. Set Auto Repeat uses the VCR's memory counter Loop Press Press from CLEAR MENU 0:00 -:-(h:mm) to turn off to exit enus to determine the duration of the loop. to In the laREFF,Rt_2NCt_S menu, press the 7 button to choose 3"t,tAzao R#'.
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3 Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • Buttons on the Remote • Programming • Using a Programmed Control the Remote Changing Control Remote to Operate Other TVs Control Entertainment.
Using C@ntr@! Using the Remote Control The remote conlrol is capable of controlling more than just your VCR. If you have compatible RCA, GE, or Proscan TV, you may be able to control it without having to program tile remotu. If you have another brand of TV, your VCR's remotu control may be able to operate it once it has been programmed. This chaplur offers details about programming the remote conrail and operating TVs.
Re ote C@ntr@! INPUT Selects between the vide<) line inputs and the VCR's tuner. Video line input refers to the signal coming I_comanother component (such as a camcorder) connected to the AiV input jacks on the back or t)ront of the VCR. L1 designates the rear AiV jacks and L2 denows the t)ront jacks. MENU Displays the VCR MAIN MEN6_ This is the first step when accessing menu such as LANGUAGt_. laRtJgt,JRP_iCES.TliIIER RECORJ)IN(2-S, etc. any on-screen MUTE Lowers the TV volume R) its minimum level.
Using Re te Operating C@ntr@! a TV with the VCR's Remote Control The unilied remote control that came with your VCR can be programmed to operate inost brands of remote-controllal)le TVs and should already control most P,CA, GE, and Proscan models without programnfing.
Re te C@ntr@! TV Codes Akai ......................................... 03 AOC ..................................... Candle ....................................... Citizen ....................................... 06,12 06 06 Colortyme ................................. Concerto ................................... Curtis Mathes ....................... 06 06 01,06 Daewoo ............................... Daytron ..................................... Electrohome ........................ Emerson .............
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4 Using the VCR's Features Chapter Overview: • Recording • Express Recording • Program Express • Timer • Using the VCR Plus+ SILVER System • Copying (XPR) Recordings and Editing Changing Tapes Entertainment.
VCR Features Recording Features Your VCR provides many ways to capture programming: 1. Recording lets you press one button to record a program. 2. Express Recording (XPR) allows recording to start while a program is being watched. This l)ature automatically stops recording after a designated period of time. 3. Timer Recording program the VCR tbr a daily, weekly auR>matically start and stop at tile times you set. 4.
VCR Features Timer Recording You can program TIMER I 2 3 Create a New Program Review Existing Progs. Use VCR Plus+ Code How 0 Notes- RECORDINGS often program should One Daily (every day) Weekdays (M-F) Weekly (once per time Program I Remember recordable turn the the has week) been insert a tape and VCR off before program start Remember to leave cable box on. In order for a timer recording to be recorded.
VCR Features VCR Plus+ SILVER System The VCR Plus+ SILVER system makes VCR set up easier by setting and updating the clock and channel list t_)r you automatically. During the first-time QuickSet Guide setup, the VCR prompts you to enter your zip code. Soon al_er, the VCR clock will set itself and your VCR Plus+ syst_,m channel list will be input 12>ryou. Time, date, and VCR Plus+ system inl_>rmation are downloaded from participating TV stations over your anl_,nna or cable system.
VCR Mapping Features VCR Plus+ Channels Manually Using the VCR Plus+ SILVERsystem can make taping timer recordings l_n_cable or off-air antenna easier. If your VCR Plus+ SILVERsystem setup t;ailed during the QuickSet, then you will need to map the channels lkn"your local service manually. A worksheet and abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.S. and Canada are provided. VCR 1 2 Set Auto SETUP channel Lists VCR Plus+: VCR Plus+ found.
VCR Features Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Channel Numbers for Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Channel Numbers for Cable TV (CanadianList) Cable TV (USA List) 35 ................... American Movie Classics 39 .......................... Arts &-Enlertainmen! 57 ........................... Black Enlertainment 67 ................... 44 72 54 ................................................... Bravo 42 .......................... CaMe News Network 45 .............................................. Cinenlax 98 ......
VCR Features VCR Plus+ System Worksheet Broadcast or Cable-TV Station Name VCR Plus+ System Channel Number** Channel Number You Receive file Station HBO 33 ESPN 34 On* *Check your local or cable listings for the channel number _ou receive this station on. **Check your total listings for broadcast or VCRPlus+ channel number assigned.
VCR Features Copying and Editing Tapes Using Two VCRs Caution: [se one VCR as the plc{FhaclaVCR and the other as the rt,cording VCR. The unauthorized recording of satellite broadcasts, television programs, or other copyrighted materials may infringe the rights of others. 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel input). 3.
VCR Features Slow Motion You can view a tape during play or play-pause mode using slow motion. 1. In pausv mode, press the FORWARD or REVERSE bunon to start slow-motion 2. Press the FORWARD buuon to increase search speed or the REVERSE button to decrease search speed. 3. Use the TRACKING + or - buttons to remove any streaks t)com the picture. 4. Press the PLAY bunon lo return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically l_com slow-motion playback playback. to stop alter a l_.w minutes.
VCR Features 4_ INDEX SEARCH Searching for index marks... Press STOP Press FORWARD (FWD) to search forward or REVERSE (REV) to search in reverse. The VCR will locate your index mark and begin playback. If you did not enter a specific index number, the VCR will locate the nexl index mark and begin playback. to cancel 5_ Press STOP to stop Notes: Certain GO-TO Current Press REV to to go or FWD searching.
VCR Features Tracking Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes streaks and "noise" l_comthe picture. Automatic tracking is actival*.d when you insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a diff'.rent VCR. Use the TRACKING -/+ buttons to remove streaks and noise. You can also use tracking when pausing a tape to reduce the noise of the stilled picture.
VCR 1 Features Stop Ch 05 On-Screen 0:30:00 Displays The INFO button displays the status of the VCR (Stop, Play Record, etc.) as well as the channel number, time counter position, dal% time, and tape speed on the TV screen. Note: The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. 11/18/00 Sat 01:30PM SLP 1. Press the INFO butlon to show the on-screen displayed in the VCR's flcont panel. 2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on the screen.
5 Other Chapter Information Overview: • Troubleshooting • Specifications • Care and Cleaning • Front, • Warranty Information • Finding the TV's Video • Glossary • Index Rear, and Display Changing Panel Diagram Line Input Entertainment.
Troubleshooting Tips In this section, you will find answers to common recording, playback, and general VCR questions. with this section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions. General Consulting VCR Problems No power • Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating • Check to make sure your connections ()tltl('t. are correct. VCR does not respond to remote • Check to make sun. then. are no objects between • "File batteries may need changing. the VCR and remote.
Recording Problems Will not record • Check to make sun, there is a tape in the VCR. • "Fryejecting and reins(,rting lh(, cassette. • Check to make sure tile tape is not broken, • Check to make sure tile VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. • Check tile Proq_.ct Plus TM leature. VCR Plus+ or timer recording not made or wrong program recorded • Check to make sure tile correct PlusCode programming number is entered.
Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes • The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape, When an unrecorded segment of tape is encounl_,red, tile time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again. • A minus (-) will appear reading of 0:00:00. • The time counwr in flcont of tile time if you rewind tile tape thrther back than a counl_,r disappears during search; this is normal.
Specifications Format: VHS Record/Playback Video: System: Audio: VHS Mono record/playback Video Signal System: 4-head EIA standard: sysl_.m NTSC color Antenna: 75-ohm external VHFiUHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: 1SA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) AutoProgramming Type: Power Requirement: 120V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption: 17 waus (standby Dimensions: I)cequency synthesis < 3 waus) 3.
/ \ P Front Panel CHANNEL,TRACKING and Up (A) and Down (V) Selects next higher or lower channel in tile VCRs channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. F_glD Fast-tk)rwards tile tape when the VCR is in stop mode. Searches tile picture tk)rward during playback. Starts slow motion playback during play-pause mode and increases slow-motion speed. PLAY-PAUSE t lays a tape. I auses action for _iewing when pressed during recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes.
Display Panel Clock/Counter channels. FUNCTION Displays current time, time counter, tape speed, or channel numbers when switching DISPLAYS: dn& Ld (Down and Load) Front panel display alternates being downloaded. REC (Recording paused. indicator) "llle VCR is recording.
ANT IN OUT JN CH RF OUT Back Panel ANT. IN jack coaxial cables. Receives an antenna or cable system signal when tile VCR is attached using RF AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks Receives signals from another component (such as a VCR or camcorder) when connected to these jacks. Use tile INPUT button on tile VCR or remote control to select tile video line input (L1) and record l}om these jacks. AUDIO and VIDEO OUT jacks Sends signals from tile VCR to another component VCP0, when connected to these jacks. CH.
RCA VCR Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: Any def_,ct in materials For how long after your purchase: 90 days fi)r labor One The the charg('s. year fi)r parts. warranty rental What or workmanship. period firm, tk)r rental whichever units comes begins with the first rental or 45 days t_com date of shipment to first. we will do: Pay any Authoriz_'d Pay any Authorized required to repair RCA VCR S_'rvice C_'nter the" labor RCA VCR Service Center your charg_'s t\)r th
How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel You need to tune your TV to tile video line input if you are using file VCR's Audio/Video (A/V) OUT jacks to connect to tile TV's A/V input jacks. You must select tile TV's video line input bet_re you can see the VCR's menus, the cable/antenna reception, and the content that's on a tape. TV Button The video line input R>rTVs varies by brand and model.
Advanced Connection TV + VCR + Satellite • Receiver Cables: A/V and RF Coaxial Note: Your satellite receiver and television back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. This connection can also be used for a cable box. 1. Connect A. the VCR to the TV Connect one end of tile supplied RF coaxial cable to the RF OUT jack on the back of the VCR and the other end to the TVs I3. antenna input IV jack. Connect the A/V cables.
Glossary A/V Jacks & Cables Commonly called "RCA-type" cables. Improves picture and sound quality over RF Coaxial cables. EnergySaver Automatically period of inactivity. turns the VCR off at:t_,ra user-defined Express Recording (XPR) A method of timer recording which tapes l_r a set period of time using 30-minute, increments. Pro-Tect Plus TM Allows tile VCR to be disabled so that tile l_contpanel and remote control buttons don't work. 1_sel'ul lk)r protecting recordings.
O A ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen 18 AUDIO IN jacks Audio/Video Auto channel Auto clock 53 (A/V) jacks search 17 t)ature rewind Automatic tracking ON*OFF button F P F, ADV butlon 39 FOR\VARD bullon PAI_SE buuon 40 On-screen displays Overheating 6 42 17, 5(} 19 Auto play t_ature 13, 21 Auto TV/VCR t_aRlre 21 Automatic EJECT button 13 EnergySaver l)ature 22 Express P,ecnrding (XPP,) 1, 32 13 13, 26, 38, 40, 41 Frame adwmce 39 13, 41 Front panel controls 48 FWD butlon 38, 4(}, 41, 48
SEARCH button TILACKING butlons 39 Set up auto play tk,ature 21 aulo TV/VCR l_'ature 21 cable box 16 Daylighl-saving 20 l_ont panel 22 language feature 16 PREFERENCES menu tape speed lbature time and dale. 19 time zone 19 20 22 52 V VCR connecting g VCR indicator 49 VCR MAIN MENU 16, 19, 33 VCR Plus+ Syst*.
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