RCA 1543007A User Manual

USER’SGUIDETV/VCR COMBINATION

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen8TV/VCR FeaturesUsing the TV/VCR FeaturesOn-Screen DisplaysWhen you change channels, adjust volume, or usea VCR feature, on-sc

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen9TV/VCR FeaturesUsing the TV/VCR FeaturesClosed Captioning The closed captioning feature displays the audio portion of aprogra

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 TimeTV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 TimeSleep TimerThe sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR off after 30, 60, 90, or 120minu

11Using the TV/VCR FeaturesAge-Based RatingTV-MATV-14TV-PGTV-GTV-Y7TV-YDescription and Content Themes for Age-Based RatingsMature Audience Only. This

Setting TV Rating Limits1. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU.2. Press 4 to display PARENTAL CONTROLS.3. Press 1 to display the

13TV/VCR FeaturesUsing the TV/VCR Features3. Press 2 to change the rating status from View (V) to Block (B).The status for this rating and all higher

14TV/VCR FeaturesUsing the TV/VCR FeaturesViewing Specific Content ThemesAfter you block specific content themes, you have the option of goingback and

15TV/VCR FeaturesUsing the TV/VCR FeaturesViewing Movie RatingsAfter you block movie ratings, you have the option of going backand changing some of th

SKIPSPEEDOFFREW PLAY FFREC STOP PAUSEDISPLAYSLEEPMUTEPREV 1234567890TRACK F.ADVCLEAR MENU RESET-TVVCR+CHANVOLCHANVOLSEARCH16Playing a Tape Operating I

17Using the Playback FeaturesPause This feature pauses the tape during playback and allowsyou to examine the details of the scene. Pause works bestwi

iIntroductionCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENThis symbol indicates “dangerousvoltage” inside the product thatpresents a risk of electric shock

18Using the Playback FeaturesPlaying a TapeAutomatic Tracking The TV/VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts thepicture when playing a tape that was

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings4 Parental Controls5 SetupTV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings4 Parental Controls5 Setup19

20Using the Playback FeaturesPlaying a TapeIndex SearchThe TV/VCR automatically records index marks on the tape each time you beginrecording. During

21Using the Playback FeaturesPlaying a TapeSKIPSPEEDOFFREW PLAY FFREC STOP PAUSEDISPLAYSLEEPMUTEPREV 1234567890TRACK F.ADVCLEAR MENU RESET-TVVCR+CHANV

22Recording SpeedsPress SPEED to select a recording speed. • SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording.That is why most pre-recorded, renta

23Recording a ProgramTypes of RecordingsYour TV/VCR provides different ways to record which are explained in thefollowing sections:Basic RecordingExpr

24Recording a ProgramExpress RecordingExpress recording lets you record up to four hours or to the end of the tape without programmingthe timer. You c

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings25Recording a Program Timer RecordingPLAYAUDIO INREWF FWDPAUSEPOWERCHCHVOL- VOL+RECVIDEO INWAKE UP TIM

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 Time3 Timer RecordingsTIMER RECORDINGS1 Create a New Program2 Review existing Progs.26Recording a Program Timer RecordingSKI

27Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 30.)Use another VCR or camcorder as the playback VCR andthe TV/VCR as the recording VCR.1. Turn on t

IntroductionTable of Contents1Important InformationWarning ______________________________ iCautions ______________________________ iNote to Cable TV I

28PLAYAUDIO INREWF FWDPAUSEPOWERCHCHVOL- VOL+RECVIDEO INWAKE UP TIMERSTOP/EJECTPLAYAUDIO INREWF FWDPAUSEPOWERVOL-VOL+RECVIDEO INWAKE UP TIMERSTOPEJECT

29Location of ControlsChoosing a HookupAnswer the questions to choose the hookup for your TV/VCR.1. How does your TV/VCR receive signals?Choose one an

30Hooking Up the TV/VCRBOTHINT. EXT. IN FROMANTENNAAUDIOINPUTVIDEO– +Connect Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxA. Dipole Antenna Foll

31Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connect a Cable System With a Cable BoxBOTHINT. EXT. IN FROMANTENNAAUDIOINPUTVIDEO– +OUTINCableBOTHINT. EXT. I

32Hooking Up the TV/VCRConnect a VCR or Camcorder for Copying TapesBOTHINT. EXT. IN FROMANTENNAAUDIOINPUTVIDEO– +VCR (Playback Only) TV/VCR (R

33ReferencesTurn off the TV/VCR before cleaning.You can clean the TV/VCR as required by using a soft cloth or the dustingattachment of your vacuum cle

34Trouble ChecksSometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Checkbelow before you call for help or take your TV/VCR to an

35References Trouble ChecksProblem SolutionTimer recording not made or wrong program recordedClock shows incorrect time or dateTV/VCR makes noise when

3636References Limited WarrantyWhat your warranty covers:• Any defect in material or workmanship.For how long after your purchase:• Ninety days for la

37ReferencesIndexContent ThemesBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Defined . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2Setting Up the TV/VCR 1. Unpack the TV/VCR and accessoriesContact your dealer if any accessories are missing.Startup2. Insert batteries in remoteDC

38IndexSEARCHBlank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

IndexReferences39TV/VCR MAIN MENU . . . . .3,4,5,9,10,19,22,23,25,26TV/VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5Types of

If your product needs service, please contact your dealer orthe nearest servicenter from the Yellow Pages. Please do notsend any products to the India

3Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup4. Connect antenna or cable-TV systemConnect a home antenna or a cable-TV system. Details on pages 29-32.5. Connect exte

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings4 Parental Controls5 SetupTV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings4 Parental Controls5 Setup8.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU1 Screen2 TimeSetting Up the TV/VCR511. Add or remove channels from the TV/VCR’s memory You may want to add or remove channels if som

6CHAN ^and v (Channel up and down)Selects next higher or lower channel inchannel memory.CLEARRemoves all menus from the screen.Allows you to change me

7Using the Remote ControlButtonsSKIP/SEARCHOperates Commercial Skip during TVviewing. (This only works when there isno tape in the TV/VCR.)Displays I