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Hooking Up the VCRConnecting IWo VCRs for Copying Tapes□Option A hookup.Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories.1. S

Hooking Up the VCRConnecting a Stereo Amplifier/ReceiverRecord on the VCR from an amplifier/receiver.Connect your VCR to a stereo amplifier/ receiver

Setting Up the VCRStartup1. Check accessories with VCR.Contact your dealer if any itenib are missing.oo^(3<il 5 li>Mr. nof ¿UfEÜI loi ran¿M>o

Setting Up the VCRStartup5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption, the VCR displays a me

Setting Up the VCRStartup7. Use TV*VCR button.Skip this step it you used one of the advanced hookups.If you are using one of the basic hookups, the TV

Setting Up the VCRStartup9. Set the time and date.When you first tuni on the VCR, appe< the VCR's display panel.VCR Display Panel] h in

Using the Remote ControlButtonsComponent ButtonsPress one of the buttons to set the remote to operate that componentAUX (Auxiliary) VCR1Used with POW

Using the Remote ControlButtonsVCR Function Buttons(continued)PAUSEPauses action for viewing during playback.Pauses recording to prevent recording of

Using the Remote ControlControlling a VCRThe VCR's remote controls compatible RCA, ProSc<m, or Ch VCRs with the VCR1 and VCR2*LD buttons. Most

Using the Remote ControlControlling a TVThe VCR's remote is preprogrammed to control the basic tunctioris ot a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV.

IntroductionImportant InformationWARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this VCR to rain or moisture.WARNINGRISK OF ELECTOIC

Using the Remote ControlControlling a Cable Box or an RCA DSS® ReceiverTht; CABLE button on the VCR's remote is preprogrammed to control either a

Using the Remote ControlControlling an Auxiliary RCA ComponentThe remote that came packed with your VCR is also capable of controlling one compatible

Playing a TapeOperating InstructionsTo Play a Tape1. Turn on Ihc TV and tuiio it to Uunmoi .i, 4, v,i llic I v b video input to .sue the picture from

Playing a TapeTAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/MIX/LINEAR FeatureThe VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The Hi-Fi sound i

Playing a TapeAUTO PLAY FeatureThis feature lets you tell the VCR whether to start playing automatically when you insert a tape with its safety tab re

Playing a TapeDISPLAY Button1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV scr

Playing a TapePause for Stop ActionThis feature stops the tape in action and lets you examine details of the scene on the screen. Stop action works be

Playing a TapeVariable Speed Picture Search Using the SHUTTLE Ring on the VCRThe Shuttle lets you search a picture during playback at variable speeds

Playing a TapeCommercial Scan (SEARCH Button)This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments.1. Press SEARCH once during playback t

Playing a TapeZero SearchThe zero search feature lets you quickly return to a counter reading of 0:00:00 anywhere on the tape. This is especially conv

IntroductionTable of ContentsImportant InformationWarnings___Cautions _________Note to Cable TV Installer Product Registration__________Hooking Up the

Recording a ProgramTypes of RecordingsYour VCR provides different types of recordiirg. These types di e explained in the tolkivving sections.Basic Rec

Recording a ProgramRecording FeaturesRecording SpeedsPress SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP, LI’, or SLl’). the speed yt)u select a

Recording a ProgramExpress Recordinglixpress recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program leature. Ihe VCK turns off aut

Recording a ProgramRecording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio langu

Recording a ProgramRecording Audio OnlyYou can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDI01 or AUDI02 IN (L and R) jacks on the

Recording a ProgramSetup Cable Box or RCA Satellite Receiver (Required Only if All Channels are Received From a Cable Box or Receiver)CABLE BOX SETUP

Recording a ProgramVCR Plus+ Setup for Antenna, Unscrambled (Not Requiring a Cabie Box) Cable Systems, or Cable Box VCR Can ControlRecording While You

Recording a ProgramVCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR PLUS+The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs

Recording a ProgramThe timer program feature lets you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before settin

Recording a ProgramRecording While You’re AwayChecking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings1. Press MENU'PROG on remote to display VCR MAIN

Hooking Up the VCRChoosing a HookupThe hookups on pages 3 through 8 are divided into two hookup types:Basic (A) and Advanced (B).The basic hookup show

Recording a ProgramS-VHS RecordingS(Super)-VHS Recording (Refer to hookui>s on pages 3-9.)The VCR is capable of recording in VHS or S-VHS format. T

Recording a ProgramUsing Two VCRs for Copying and Editing TapesOperating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 8.)Use one VCR as the playback VCR and

Recording a ProgramAudio and Video DubbingAudio dubbing records new audio in place of the audio formerly recorded t>n the linear (mono) track of th

Recording a ProgramAudio and Video Dubbing(continued)To Video Dub (Refer to hookup on page 8, Option B.)CautionIf you attempt to video dub onto a blan

ReferencesLocation of ControlsFront PanelCHANNEL or TRACKING Up or DownSelects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory.Adjusts t

ReferencesLocation of ControlsBack PanelOUT3 CH. 4 SwitchSelects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the V

ReferencesLocation of ControlsDisplay PanelHi-Fi A.DUBCassette-InStatus___IndicatorsVCRRecord TimerSTEREO SAPdD1558 iirnigS STEREO SAPSLP- -Hi-Fi A

ReferencesSpecificationsFormat:Record/Play back System:Video Signal System: Antenna:Tuner:Type:Power Requirement: Power Consumption: Dimensions:Weig

ReferencesSometimes problems can be easily solved by Lheckin;; a lew basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authori

ReferencesTrouble ChecksTroubleWill not recordStereo or SAP sound not recordedRewind does not operateVCR plus+ or timer recording not made or wr

Hooking Up the VCRAntenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box□A. Basic hookup.Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories

ReferencesTrouble ChecksTroubleHere's what to try:Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play automaticallyNo stereo sound during pla

ReferencesLimited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Any defect in material or wtirkmanship.For how long after your purchase:• Ninety days for labo

ReferencesIndex3 OH. 4 Switch ...3-8,43A.DUB Indicator ...40-41A»V DUB B

ReferencesIndexPLAY'PAUSh Button ...20,24-25,27,29,39-42TAPE PLAYBACK;HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature ...21,32Playing a Tape...

ReferencesIndexVUH PLUb+ GHANNbL LIST Menu...34VCR PLUS+ Menu...35VCR Plus+ RecordingChecking...

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Hooking Up the VCRCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsPosition Cable BoxPosition the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR

Hooking Up the VCRCable System With Cable Box to Unsciamble Only Pay Channels(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)Position Cable BoxPosition the

Hooking Up the VCRRCA DSS^ Satellite ReceiverPosition RCA DSS® receiver.Position the receiver on top of the VCR. You may need to position it at differ

Hooking Up the VCRRCA DSS® Satellite ReceiverB. Advanced hookup with Qbasic receiver.Use this hookup if your TV has audio/video | jacks and your rec