USER'S GUIDE VIDEO CASSETTE
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Table of Contents Important Information Warnings Cautions Note to Cable "IV Installer i i i Product i Registration Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box 2 3 Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels 4 Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Satellite Receiver 5 6-7 Connecting Setting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes_ 8 Up the With VCR 9 Attach Power Cord to Back of VCR Insert Batteries in Remote Turn on the TV 9 9 10 U
Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through Advanced (B and C). 7 are _tivided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and The basic hookups show the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed. connection. The advanced hookups show the VCR hooked t/p to. a monitor/receiver (TV with audio and video jacks). This connection may improve the picture quality as convenience of operation. Answer the questions to choose 1.
Antenna A. Basic or Cable System Without a Cable Box hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. From Antenna or Cable Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You willtunetheTV tothis channeland usethe TVoVCRbutton to watch the VCR. 1o ° O__R 300/75 Ohm Adapter '-" ..................... Back of VCR as shown. Connect This connectionmay require additional accessories not provided. RF Coaxial Cabk 3.
Cable System W_[thCable Box to Unscramble AN Basic All Channels hookup. Use this hookup foy a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. From Cable. 1° 2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channeI and use the TVoVCRbutton to watch the VCR. Connect 3. may require E.................. Back of VCR Cable ....... ............. :_....... L:....-a..b-i;-.Bo ............ as shown. This connection accessories RFCoax,a_ ......... .
(suchasHBO,ShowUme, Pay-Per-_Fmw, etc.) A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to eitherchannel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TVoVCR button to watch the VCR. 2. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional accessories not provided. 3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box. 4. [1[11Ill I i|111(elI_._;i;_ll Back of TV B. Advanced hookup.
Satellite Position Receiver Satellite Receiver Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the receiver. The slots on top of the receiver must be left uncovered to allow proper airflow to the unit. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components. Also, do not stack the receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power amplifier. A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup if your TV does not have audio/video jacks.
Satellite am Rece er Advanced basic Use hookup this hookup jacks and if your your receiver jacks. 1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch to either From Cable, Cable Box or Antenna From Satellite Dish _ _ TV has audio/video has one set of AUDIO/VIDEO receiver /1 with receiver. on back channel of 3 or 4. Back of Satellite Receiver mm_=am _rt _o_ vmo m mmm L You will tune the VCR to this channel to record from the satellite receiver.
Connecting Option Two VCRs for Copying Tapes A hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connection requires fewer accessories. which 1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through and then modify with this connection. 2, From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box 7 R R VIDEO Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the recording VCR to ttds channel to receive the signal from the playback VCR. 3. Connect Recording VCR Cable (supp,ad) as shown.
Startup 1. Check accessories with Contact VCR. your dealer if any items are missing. <* t* -0 O-0_ ÷ 4 "AAA" -0 -0 Batteries RF Coaxial Cable (Stock No. 221396) Q®® <> _-0 Power Cord (Stock No. 218104) Remote (Stock No. 231546) 2. Attach 3. Insert power batteries cord to back of VCR. in remote.
Startup 4. Turn on the TV. A. _lurn on the IV. B. If you used one of the 0asic hookups, tm_e the IV to me channel selected with the CH3 OH4 switch on back of VCR. If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV's video input. (See TV owner's manual for details.) 5. Use the on-screen menu system. Point and Select is the method you use to move through the menu system. There are two ways to select (or change) a menu or feature. Using the Number Buttons: Press MENU.
Startup 7. Use SETUP menu to auto channel search and auto clock Follow the steps on the screen to auto channel search and automatically set the clock*. If the SET TIME ZONE or SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen appears, follow step A or B below. If the SETUP menu appears, skip to step C. A. If the SET TIME ZONE screen appears, select a time zone: Press the number on the remote (1-6) corresponding to tl_e "standard" time zone you live in.
Startup Manual clock set. If the AUTO GLOGK SE] was unsuccessful: A. Press.1 to display the SETTIME AND DATE screen. B. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the remote. • Press 0 before single-digit numbers. / Example: press 0, then S, then 0, then 7 for a time of 5:07. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM. • Press CLEAR on the remote incorrect entries. to change C. Press MENU•RflOG on the remote to remove the SET TIME AND DATE screen from the TV screen and start the clock.
Startup 1(1 Add or remove memory. channels from the VCR's 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 PLus+ 1 VCR 2 3 Timer Time MENU Recordings CHANNELS We recommend channels be placed in memory using the Auto Channel Search feature before adding or removing channels. Channels 2-13, L1, and L2 are preset at the factory.
Startup 11. Select a language./Choisissez une You can select the language VCR. langue. for the displays on the A. Press MENUoPROG on the remote MAIN MENU on the TV screen. to see the VCR 1 2 3 4 5 6 VCR RAIN RENU VCR PLus+ Timer Recordings T_me ChanneLs Setup PrefePences B. Press 7 to display the LANGUAGE menu. C. Select English or French. • Press 1 to select English. • Press 2 to select Fran_ais LANGUAGE Select (French). 2 TVoVCR button.
Startup 13_ Set Auto TV/VCR feature. If you used one of the basic hookups and did not connect the audio/video jacks of the VCR to the TV, leave the Auto TV/VCR feature set to ON. If you have connected your VCR using the audio/video input of your TV, you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically and interrupting the cable or antenna signal to your TV. A. Press MENU-PROG on remote to see VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. VCR B. Press 6 to display PREFERENCES. C.
Remote Control Your back-lit remote has a light button ( O ) that glows in the dark. Press this but_on to hght the t_utto_t_ on the _¢_L_,te. the remote buttons remain lit when they are pressed within a few seconds of each other. If a butto.n is not pressed within approximately ten seconds, the light turns off to conserve battery power. Component Buttons Press one of the buttons theatre users -- press PWR twice to turn off all I ote: Home system I RCA brand components.
Buttons VCR Function Buttons (continued) PAUSE Pauses action for viewing playback. REC Starts VCR recording. during Used for express See page 39. Pauses recording to prevent. recording of unwanted scenes. TRACKING Up and Down Lets you manually reduce the streaks that may appear on the picture during play or pause. SEARCH Displays INDEX, GO-TO, and BLANK SEARCH menus on TV. PREV CH (Previous Channel) Switches between two channels.
Using the Controlling VCR2oDVD Button a VCR The VCR's remote controls two compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE VCRs with the VCR1 and VCR2,DVD buttons. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to VCR1 without being programmed. If you own two compatible VCRs, test them to see if VCR1 turns on both VCRs. If it does, then you may want to program this VCR to respond to the VCR2-DVD button on the remote.
Controlling a TV The VCR's remote is preprogrammed setup to control other manufacturer's Program the Remote to control the basic functions of a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV. The remote can also be brands. To program the remote, use the remote buttons that correspond to your brand. for a TV 1. Turn on the TV. 2. Point the VCR's remote 3. Hold the TV button and press three number 4. Release the buttons. 5. Press PWR on the _:emote. 6.
Controlling a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver The SAT.CABLE button on the VCR's remote is preprogrammed to control either a compatible RCA cable box or satellite receiver. If your cable box or receiver is another manufacturer's brand and has its own remote, you will probably be able to program the VCR's remote to control it. To program the VCR's remote, enter the code that corresponds to your brand. Program the Remote for a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver 1. Turn on .
Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component The remote that came packed with your VCR is also capable of controlling one compatible RCA audio component, such as an AM/FM radio, CD player, tape players, phonograph, RCA DSS ® satellite receiver, or RCA DVD player. The remote must be programmed for the specific component your component. Program it is to control. the Remote To program the remote, use the code that corresponds for an Auxiliary to Component 1. Turn on the component. 2.
Operating To Play Instructions a Tape Turn on the TV and tune it to channel to see the picture from the VCR. 1. 3, 4, or TV's video input 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. VCR automatically turns on. The cassette-in _ indicator lights, and the VCR indicator lights if the Auto TV/VCR feature is set to ON. The tape automatically begins playback if the safety tab On the cassette has been removed and the auto play feature is ttu-ned on. m Q Safety Tab . Press PLAY, if necessary. panel.
Using Tape the Playback: Playback Features HI.FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your.VCR to a stereo television or amplifier/receiver jacks. The Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature lets you select which audio To Select Playback The Hi-Fi stereo sound is on the linear track. using the audio/video you play back.
Using Pause the for Stop Playback Features Action This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Stop action works best for tapes recorded in the SP and SLP speed. 1. Press PAUSE during STILL appears playback to stop the action. in the VCR's display 2. Press TRACKING up or down of the picture. 3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return panel. to reduce any jittering to playback.
Using Picture the Playback Features Search You can search a picture during playback by fast forwarding tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. The picture recorded in the SP or SLP speed. or rewinding the is best for tapes Fast Forward Search 1. During playback press FF on the remote or FWD on the VCR to search forward at a faster-thannormal speed. 2. To return to playback, press FF on the remote, FWD on the VCR, or PLAY. Rewind Search 1.
Using Index the Playback Features Search The VCR has a "VHS Index Search System" that automatically records 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 the number of index marks. The VCR will automatically locate the index number you select. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are on the tape. 1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP. INDEX 2.
Using Go-To the Playback Features Search The g_to search feature allows you to locate a counter reading on the tape. 1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP. 2. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display SEARCH menu on the TV screen. GO-TO Current Press SEARCH tape 2:17:25 _W the GO-TO or counter FF to is go to Op_oo:oo Press SEARCH to exit 3. Press number buttons to enter the hour(s) and n_nute(s) the time counter reading you want the VCR to search.
Using the DISPLAY Button 1° Playback Features Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, channel number, station ID (if available), lime counter, title of program (if available), date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The time will appear in the display panel. The time and date must be set before they are displayed. If you do not press DISPLAY again, these displays will time out. 2. Press DISPLAY again to display information about the program that is playing (if available).
Using the Playback Program Information Features Some stations broadcast program h_formation along with the program. When this information is available, it will be displayed automatica.lly when you press the DISPLAY button. Press DISPLAY to display the status displays on the TV screen. The title of the program and station ID will appear if it is available. 1. If program information will appear.
Recording and Playback COMMERCIALP*ADVANCE TM is a patented technology that detects and marks most commercials on your tape for any recording that is more than 15 minutes long. During playback, the VCR automatically skips the detected commercial segments or you can choose to manually skip them. This feature reduces three minutes of commercials into approximately 8-12 seconds of fast forwarding in the SLP speed. You can select a background of blue or see the video as the commercials are skipped.
Recording To Select and Playback a Background for Playback 1. Press MENU,PROG MENU. to display the VCR MAIN 2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu. 1 Remote Press 7 to select CA Display: BLUE or VIDEO. 2 3 4 Auto Auto Front 5 6 CA CA 0 Exit PREFERENCES 3. • Select BLUE to have the VCR display a blue screen while it advances through the block of marked commercials.
Types of Recordings Your VCR provides different types of recording. These types are explained Basic Recording Recording - Operating in the following sections: Instructions While You're Away VCR Plus+ Recording Timer Recording Express (XPR) Recording Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Recording Audio Only Using Two VCRs for Copying Using the Recording Recording Tapes Features Speeds Press SPEED on the remote,to select a recording speed (SP, LP, or SLP).
Basic Recording To Make a Recording - Operating Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing ' 1. channel, either Instructions 3, 4, or TV's video input channel. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The cassette-in display panel. indicator (_ ) lights in the VCR's 2. Press VCR1 (VGR2.DVD) to set remote to control 3. If 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. 4.
Recording VCR (Not While You're Plus+ Setup for Antenna Requiring a Cable Box) A VCR Plus+ numbers (VCR Plus+* or Unscrambled channel are listed Away number in most Cable is assigned publications for each broadcast that list PlusCode* Recording) Systems or cable channel. These numbers. Prepare the worksheet on the opposing page for the VCR Plus+ channels that are different than the 1, channels you receive them on. Refer to the chart below for standardized VCR Plus+ channel numbers.
VCR Plus+TM Channel Use this worksheet Worksheet to create a list from which you can set up your VCR Plus+ channel list. ! Broadcast or Cable TV Station Name (Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.) VCR Plus+ Channel Number* (See Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Chart) Channel Number You Receive This Station On** [ *Check your local listing for VCR Plus+ channel numbers assigned to network stations. **Check your local or cable listing for the channel numbers to enter in this column.
Recording While You're Away (VCR Plus+ The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different year period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program, make sure that: • The clock is set correctly. • A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record the programs. • The remote is set to control the VCR -- using VCR1 (VCR2.DVD). • The VCR is setup for VCR Plus+ programming.
Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) The VCR Plus÷ and timer program features let 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 • The remote is set to control Setting a Timer with enough tape to record the programs. the VCR -- using VCR1 (VCR2*DVD). Recording 1. Press MENUmPROG on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU. 2.
Recording Check, Edit, While or Clear 1. 2. You're a VCR Away Plus+ or Timer Recording Press MENU,PROG on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU on TV screen. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. VCR 1 VCR RAIN MENu PLus+ 3. Press 2 for Review Existing Progs. feature. TIRER The first program RECORDINGS in the timer is displayed. 1 Create a New Program • Check the Programs: Press MENUePROG to display information for the next program.
Express Recording (XPR) Express recording lets you record up to four hours without turn off automatically at the end of the recording. using the timer program feature. The VCR will 6 0 Q \I J_ Fm-_'" _'¢ C L " I _I, _1-1 U,' _1I.I, I-I1-1 U 121 -'1"-- " Display showing 30 minutes remaining for express recording. Operating \ RECORD Instructions 1. Turn on the VCR. 2. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. 3. Select the channel you want to record. 4.
Recording Broadcast Stereo (Second Audio Program) TV or SAP 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 TV's video input. 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. 2.
Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L MONO and R) jacks on the back or front of the VCR. Any video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only. To Record Audio Only 1. Press the INPUT button to select a line input. Press INPUT once to record AUDIO IN jacks. display panel. from the back L1 appears in the VCR's Press INPUT twice to record from the front • AUDIO INjacks. 1.
Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN (L MONO and R) jacks on the back or front of the VCR. Any video on the tape will be erased when you record audio only.
Using Two Operating VCRs Instructions for Copying (Refer to hookup on page Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording AutoEdit feature described below. Caution: The unauthorized recording programs materials rights of and Editing 8.) VCR. If you have two compatible 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2, Tune TV to the VCR viewing video input. 3.
Location Front of Controls Panel Q Tape Compartment 9- m Q Control Door Open Remote Sensor AUDIO (L'MONO and R) and VIDEO IN Jacks PAUSE Receives audio and video signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these Pauses recording to prevent unwanted scenes. jacks. PLAY Attach a component that is not stereo to the L*MONO jack to hear sound on both channels. Plays a tape. Select L2 to record from these jacks. Turns the VCR on or off.
Location Back of Controls Panel . R I R VtDEO AUDIO L CH3 CH4 Switch VIDEO and AUDIO (R and L MONO) IN Jacks Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups. Receives signals from another component, Like a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these jacks..Use INPUT to select L1 in the VCR's display panel.
Location of Controls Display (continued) Panel Tape Speed Indicator Cassette-in Indicator HIFI _=--=] I VCR SLP PE,__ Channel Number or Line Indicator SAP Indicator i I STEREO • Ij-l. J-I I--IAM mO ! Lt' LI LI U J-_ I Status Indicators Cassette-in Indicator Time or Time Counter (_) Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Channel Number, L1, or 1.2. The channel number or line input is displayed.
Specifications Format: VHS Record/Playback System: Video: 4-Head Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback Video EIA standard: Signal System: system N_SC color Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF antenna terminal Tuner:. USA: Type: Autoprogramming Power Requirement: 120V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption: 22 watts Dimensions: 3.5 inches high combined "181channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) frequency synthesis (90ram) 15.
Limited What Warranty your warranty covers: • For how long after Any defect in material your or workmanship. purchase: • Ninety days forlabor • One year for parts. charges. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from the date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: Pay any Authorized your VCR.
Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. take your VCR to an'_Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter. Trouble i No power 1 I Clock shows incorrect time or date Check below before you call for help or Here's what • Plug VCR into an operating • Check connections. to try: outlet. • Make sure time zone and daylight savings information is entered correctly. See page 11. _.
Trouble Checks Trouble Here's Time counter not working L • No cassette in VCR. • Eject and re-insert cassette. ...........................- ................... ,_i, ............................................................... j;_ z,B Streaks in picture during normal playback t does not operate t Will not record .i • _ome snow/streaks are normal during search, frame.advance, or stop-action playback. correctly VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE. Safety tab removed from cassette.
Trouble Checks Trouble Here's what to try: ii Stereo or SAP sound not recorded No stereo sound during playback ........ i • Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to STEREO to record i broadcast stereo. See page 40. • Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature must be set to SAP to record SAP on i I the linear track. See page 40. • STEREO indicator not on. Station not broadcasting stereo or SAP.
Questions and Answers Question COMMERCIAL ADVANCE TM Answer Will commercials be scanned through only on playback of recordings? How fast does the COMMERCIALI_ADVANCE VCR scan through the commercial About Yes. The VCR does not rewind recording is finished. TM breaks? and mark commercial segments until after In'SLP tape speed, a 3-minute commercial break is scanned through in approximately 8-12 seconds. In SP, it takes about 25-35 seconds.
Index A Accessories, Included ............... 9 Add or Remove Channels from Memory ....................... 13 ADD/REMOVE CHANNEl Menu ..... 13 Antenna Connections .............. 2,3 Arrow Buttons ............ 10,16-17,25 Attaching Power Cord .............. 9 AUDIO and VIDEO Jacks ............ 3-6,18,23,38,41:,44 Auto Channel Search Feature ........ 11 Auto Clock Set Feature ............. 11 Auto Play Feature ............... Auto TV/VCR Feature ........... AutoEdit Feature ..................
Index VCR Plus+ Recording ........ OUT TO TV Connector .......... 34-36 3-8,44 P PAUSE Button ........ 16-17,24,32,42,43 Pause for Stop Action .............. 24 Pause, Recording .................. 32 Picture Search ..................... 25 Play a Tape ....................... 22 PLAY Button ............ 16-17,24,42,43 PLAY Indicator .................... 45 Playback ......................... 22 Playback Sound, Selecting .......... 23 POWER Button .......... 22,36,37,39,43 Power Cord, Attaching .............
For your nearest Authorized call toll-free in the U.S.A. Servicenter 1-800-336-1900 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.
