GE 27GT630YX51AA5, 27GT630, 27GT630TX51AA5, 27GT630TX51AA9, 27GT630TX71AA14 User Manual
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Important infor ation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this TV to rain or moisture.
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
personnel.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not
remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts
inside. Refer servicing to qualified service
_, This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade
of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne
correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq_ au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
Caution: Using the video games or any external accessory with
fixed images for extended periods of time can cause them to be
permanently imprinted on the picture tube (or projection TV
picture tubes). ALSO, some network/program Iogos, phone
numbers, etc. may cause similar damage. This damage is not
covered by your warranty.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to
Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding
and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the
grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as
practical.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact
you if needed.
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and
record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the
television.
Model No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:
G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode, GUIDE Plus+, and GUIDE Plus+ Gold are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The VCR Plus+ and GUIDE Plus+ systems are manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation and VCR Index Systems
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GEMSTAR AND THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. ARE NOT IN ANY WAY LIABLE FOR THE ACCURACY OF THE
PROGRAM SCHEDULE INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE GUIDE PLUS+ SYSTEM. IN NO EVENT SHALL
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LOSS OF BUSINESS, OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE
PROVISION OR USE OF ANY INFORMATION, EQUIPMENT, OR SERVICES RELATING TO THE GUIDE PLUS+
SYSTEM.
VCR required for recording.
Key Features Overview
Your TV is equipped with features that will add to your TV viewing experience. The following
information summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 2 provides more information about the
rest of the TV's features and how to use them.
On-screen Program Guide
Description: The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive list of
programs and information that is built into your TV. You can scroll through
the guide to see what's on and tune directly to that program from the guide.
You can also browse programs by category with the sort feature.
When you access the News feature, MSNBC will appear in your video window
if it's available through your TV.
One-Touch VCR Recording is another benefit of the GUIDE Plus+ system. You
don't have to remember to program your VCR or use the menus in your VCR
to set up a recording.
Requirements:
• Remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.
• Complete the on-screen interactive setup. You'll find detailed instructions
in Chapter 1.
• One-Touch VCR Recording: You must connect the G-LINK cable to the TV
and place one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR.
• If you have a cable box, connect the C-LINK cable to the TV and place
one of the wands in front of the remote sensor on the cable box.
V-Chip: Parental Controls
Description: You can block programs and movies by content, age-based
ratings, and/or movie ratings.
Requirements:
• Set up the Parental Controls menu in the TV's main menu (Chapter 2
has details).
• The broadcasters must use the rating system when they send the program
to your TV in order for your TV to block the program.
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Table of Contents
Introduction: Key Features Overview .................................................... 1
On-screen Program Guide ........................................................................................ 1
V-Chip: Parental Controls .......................................................................................... 1
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup ............................................................ 5
Things to Consider Before You Connect ........................................................................ 6
Protect Against Power Surges .................................................................................. 6
Protect Components from Overheating ................................................................... 6
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference ........................................... 6
Important Stand and Base Safety Information ....................................................... 6
Use Indirect Light ....................................................................................................... 6
Connection Pictures ................................................................................................... 6
Demo Pin .................................................................................................................... 6
Choose Your Connection ................................................................................................. 7
Connection: TV + VCR ..................................................................................................... 8
Connection: TV Only ........................................................................................................ 9
Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ................................................................. 11
Jacks on the Back of Your TV ....................................................................................... 12
Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable ............................................................. 13
How to Find the Remote Sensor ............................................................................ 13
Placing the G-LINK Wands ...................................................................................... 13
Complete the Interactive Setup .................................................................................... 15
Set the Menu Language .......................................................................................... 15
Complete Auto Channel Search ............................................................................. 15
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup ............................................................................. 15
What to Expect ............................................................................................................... 19
The Buttons on the Remote Control ............................................................................ 20
Chapter 2: Using the TV's Features ...................................................... 21
About the GUIDE Plus+ System ................................................................................... 22
Downloading Data ................................................................................................... 22
Getting In & Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System ........................................................ 23
The GUIDE Plus+ System Menus ........................................................................... 23
Grid Guide ................................................................................................................ 23
Sort ........................................................................................................................... 25
News ......................................................................................................................... 26
Schedule ................................................................................................................... 26
Messages .................................................................................................................. 27
Channels ................................................................................................................... 28
Setup ......................................................................................................................... 28
How to Get More Information About an Advertisement or a Program ............... 29
GUIDE Plus+ Menu Items .............................................................................................. 29
Channel Banner .............................................................................................................. 30
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Table ef Centents
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................................................ 30
How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 31
V-Chip TV Rating Limit ............................................................................................ 32
Blocking Specific Content Themes ......................................................................... 34
Viewing Specific Content Themes .......................................................................... 35
V-Chip Movie Rating Limit ...................................................................................... 35
V-Chip Unrated Program Block ............................................................................... 37
Channel Block .......................................................................................................... 37
Front Panel Block ..................................................................................................... 37
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ................................................................................ 38
Chaper 3: Using the TV's Menu System .............................................. 39
How to Use the Different Types of Menus and Control Panels ................................. 40
Menus ....................................................................................................................... 40
Control Panels .......................................................................................................... 40
Audio Menu .................................................................................................................... 42
Picture Quality Menu ..................................................................................................... 42
Screen Menu ................................................................................................................... 43
Using Closed Captioning ............................................................................................... 44
Closed-Caption Modes ............................................................................................ 44
Channel Menu ................................................................................................................ 45
"13meMenu ...................................................................................................................... 45
Chaper 4: Other Information ................................................................. 47
GE TV Limited Warranty ............................................................................................... 48
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................. 50
Accessory Order Form ................................................................................................... 53
Care and Cleaning .......................................................................................................... 55
Front Panel Buttons ....................................................................................................... 55
Index ................................................................................................................................ 56
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Chapter Overview:
& Setup
• Things to Consider Before You Connect
• Choose Your Connection
• Connections
• Jacks on the Back of Your TV
• Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
• Plug in theTV
• Put Batteries in the Remote
How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the
Interactive Setup
Turn on the TV
Complete the Interacti
Setup
Buttons on the
Remote Control
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ConnecHons & Setup
Things to Consider Before You Connect
Protect Against Power Surges
• Connect all components before you plug any of their power- cords into the wall outlet.
• Turn off the TV and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables.
• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Important
Safeguards sheet packed with your TV.
Protect Components from Overheating
• Don't block ventilation holes on any of the components. Arrange the components so that
air can circulate freely.
• Don't stack components.
• When you place components in a stand, make sure you allow adequate ventilation.
• If you connect an audio receiver or amplifier, place it on the top shelf so the heated air
from it won't flow around other components.
Position Cables Properly to Avoid Audio Interference
• Insert each cable firmly into the designatedjack.
• If you place components above the TV, route all cables down the side of the back of the TV
instead of straight down the middle of the back of the TV.
• If your antenna uses 300-ohm twin lead cables, do not coil the cables. Also, keep the twin
lead cables away from audio/video cables.
Important Stand and Base Safety Information
Choose the location for your TV carefully. Place the TV on a stand or base that is of adequate
size and strength to prevent the TV from being accidentally tipped over, pushed off, or pulled
off. This could cause personal inju W and/or damage the TV. Refer to the Important Safeguards
sheet packed with your TV.
Use Indirect Light
Don't place the TV where sunlight or room lighting will be directed toward the screen. Use soft
or indirect lighting.
Connection Pictures
Audio/video cables are usually bundled together. For better visibility, the connection pictures
in this book show each cable separately (audio left, audio right, and video).
Demo Pin
You must remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack on the back of your TV in order for-your TV to
operate properly and to connect the G-LINK cable.
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Choose Your Connection
There are several ways to connect your TV. Please use the following chart to determine which
connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page and connect your TV.
Components
Cables
Needed
Coaxial
Audio/video
G-LINK cable
Coaxial
Coaxial
Audio/video
G-LINK cable
Connection
"title
TV + VCR
TV Only
TV + VCR +
Satellite Receiver
page 8
page 9
pages 10-11
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your TV
The pictures below are the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.
Notes: Audio/Vi_o cables"(A/V cables Jbr short) are usually sold as a bund#d set, but the
connection pictures" in this book show each cable separately Jbr better visibility.
Please locate the C_LINK cable (provided) when you Yegetting ready to set up your TV. You need to
connect this cable to your TV, and to your VCR and/or cable box in orderJbr all of theJeatures of
the program guide to work properly.
G-LINK cable Audio/Video cables Coaxial cable
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TV (backpanel)
FromCable
orAntenna
Connection: TV + VCR
l°
°
°
Connect your TV to your VCR
Connect a coaxial cable to the CABLE/ANTENNA]ack on your TV and to the Output Jack on
your VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV).
Connect cable or antenna to your VCR
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet, cable box, or antenna to the Input Jack on your
VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANTENNA or IN FROM ANT).
Connect the G-LINK cable to the TV
A. If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINKjack.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINKjack on the TV. Next step, place one of the wands of
the G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 13).
Go to page 13
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TV(backpanel)
G-LINK
AUDIO
VIDEO R L
_ _ _1,,
FromCable,
CableBox,
orAntenna
Connection: TV Only
lo
°
Connect the TV to your cable or antenna
Connect the coaxial cable from your cable or antenna to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the
back of your TV.
Go to page 14
If you're connecting a cable box, connect the G-LINK cable
A. If you haven't already done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINK jack.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place the wands of the
G-LINK cable to the cable box (instructions are on p. 13).
Go to page 13
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SATELLITERECEIVER
FromCableorAntenna
OUT
0_
VIDEO R
VCR
VIDEO
0_
L
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
SATELLITE
IN
IN
OUTTO TV
CH3[i]
CH4u
Satellite
Signal
TV (back panel)
G-LINK
VIDEO R L
CABLE/
ANTENNA
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Connection: TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver
1. Connect your Satellite Receiver to your TV
A. Connect the audio/video cables. Connect the audio cables (white and red) to the
AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the TV (R and L) and to the Audio Output Jacks on the
Satellite Receiver.
B. Connect the video cable (yellow) to the VIDEO IN jack on the back of the TV and to the
Video Output Jack on the satellite receiveL
2. Connect coaxial cables to the Satellite Receiver
A. Connect the coaxial cable from your cable outlet, cable box, or antenna to the Input
Jack on your satellite receiver (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).
B. Connect the coaxial cable from your satellite dish antenna to the Input Jack on your
satellite receiver (sometimes labeled SATELLITE IN).
3. Connect the Satellite Receiver to the VCR and to the TV
4.
A. Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack (sometimes labeled OUT TO TV) on the
satellite receiver and to the Input Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled IN FROM ANT).
B. Connect a coaxial cable to the Output Jack on the VCR (sometimes labeled OUT TO
TV) and to the CABLE/ANTENNA jack on the TV.
Connect G-LINK cable
A. If you haven't done so, remove the Demo Pin from the G-LINKjack.
B. Connect the G-LINK cable to the G-LINK jack on the TV. Next step, place one of the
wands of the G-LINK cable to work with your VCR (instructions are on p. 13).
Go to page 13
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Jacks on the Back of Your TV
If you are connecting many components, please consult the manual that came with each
component for connection instructions. The picture of your TV's back panel describes the
lacks on the back of your TV and what types of componenls that you can connect to these lacks.
When connecting, make sure you connect Output]acks to Input]acks, Video to Video, Right
Audio to Right Audio, etc.
Audio and Video Input Jacks:
AUDIO R and L and VIDEO
Connect any of the following components:
• DVD Player • Satellite Receiver
• Laserdisc Player • VCR
• InternetAccess Device
To watch the content from the component that's
connected to the VIDEO Input Jack, press the
WHO • INPUT button on the remote (the TV
switches to the correct channel).
(back panel)
AUDIO
VIDEO R L
#
G-LINK
/
G-LINK Jack
Connect the end of the
C-LINK cable (provided) to this
lack. The G-LINK cable enables
the TV's Guide Plus+ system to
interact with the cable box
and/or the VCR. A picture of
the (;-LINK cable is on page 7.
_ CABLE/
ANTENNA
CABLE/ANTENNA Jack
Connect the coaxial cable from
the VCR's Output]ack to this
lack. If you're not connecting a
VCR, connect a coaxial cable
that carries the signal from the
antenna, cable, or cable box to
the C_BLE/ANTENNA]ack.
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Why You Should Connect This G-LINK Cable
The G-LINK cable enables the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen interactive program guide) to
work with your VCR and/or cable box.
Cable Box - If your TV is connected to a cable box you must connect the G-LINK cable to receive
TV program listings for your area, and to tune directly to a channel when the program guide is on
your TV screen.
¥CR - If your TV is connected to a VCR and you don't connect the G-LINK cable, one-touch VCR
recording won't work. The other features of the guide will work properly.
How to Find the Remote Sensor
You have to place the G-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on the VCR and/or cable box.
Some cable boxes and VCRs have the remote sensor labeled on the unit. If the remote sensor isn't
labeled on your VCR and/or cable box, you need to use the remote control that came with the VCR
and/or cable box to locate the senson
1. Turn off the VCR and/or cable box.
.
.
Hold the remote control (not the one that came with your TV, but the one that came with the
cable box and/or VCR to which you're attaching the G-LINK cable) so that it is touching the
front of the component.
Slowly move the remote control across the front of the component (VCR or cable box) while
you press the power button on and off. You must press and release the power button each time
you move the remote (holding down the button won't work).
4. When the component turns on, you've located the remote sensoL
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If you don't have both a
cable box and a VCR
connected to your TV,
just coil the cable of the
extra G-LINK wand with
a twist tie and leave it
behind the TV.
Placing the G-LINK Wands
Place the G-LINK wands in front of the remote sensor on your VCR and/or cable box
approximately one inch away from the remote sensor (see instructions below).
CABLE/
ANTENNm
TV (back panel)
V_D_O R AUDIO L
LInK
Connect to G-LINK jack
on the back of the TV.
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Plug in the TV
Plug the end of the power cord into the wall outlet. Match the wide blade of the plug with the
wide slot in the outlet. Insert the plug completely into the outlet.
Put Batteries in the Remote
l. Remove the battery compartment cover on the remote.
2. Insert new batteries. Match the polarities (+ and -) on the batteries with the
diagram on the remote.
3. Put the battery compartment cover back on the remote.
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Use the arrow buttons and the OK
button to move through the menu
system.
How to Use the Remote Control to
Complete the Interactive Setup
The technical term is "Navigation" - how you move through the on-screen
menus. The theory is the same throughout the menu screens: highlight your
choice and select it.
To highlight a menu item, press the arrow buttons on the remote to highlight
one of the items listed on the screen. Use the up or down arrow button to move
up or down. Use the right or left arrow button to move right or left.
To select the item that you've highlighted, press OK.
Note: Highlighted means that the menu item stands out J}'om
other menu items on the list (appears darkeg brighteg or a diJJerent color).
Turn on the TV
Press the POWER button on the remote control or the TV (the first screen of
the Interactive Setup appears). The menu screens "time out" after a period of
time if you don't make a selection. The tips in this section tell you how to access
the Setup menu screens manually.
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Tip
To access the setup menus
manually, press MENU and choose
Setup.
Complete the Interactive Setup
The menu system in your TV allows the TV's features to work properly. In this
book, we call it the "interactive setup" because the TV asks you questions, you
answm, and the TV makes the appropriate adjustments. The first time you turn
on your TV, the setup screens appear automatically.
Set the Menu Language
The first part of the SETUP asks you to select your preferred language for the
menu system.
1. Highlight your preferred language for the menu system.
2. Press OK to select that language.
Complete Auto Channel Search
The next part of the SETUPasks you if you want the TV to search for all
channels viewable through your antenna or cable TV system. This is sometimes
called "auto programming."
1. Press OK to tell the TV to begin searching for channels. A progress report
appears on the screen.
2. When the screen on the TV tells you the search is complete, press OK (the
first GUIDE Plus+ screen appears).
Note: If you skip Auto Channel Search now, you can access it later through the
Channel menu. See Chapter 3 Jbr more details.
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If you move to a new zip or postal
code, or if any of your information
changes, you need to access the
setup screens from the TV's main
menu-- press MENU, choose
GUIDE Plus+ Menu, and choose
GUIDE Plus+ Setup.
The GUIDE Plus+ System Setup
The GUIDE Plus+ system is an on-screen interactive program guide that lists
what shows are on TV in your area. In order to receive program listings, you
need to complete the following steps.
The G-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your TV, and the wands
must be placed underneath your cable box and/or VCR in order for the GUIDE
Plus+ system to work (go back to p. 13 for details).
1. You should see a screen displaying the features of the Guide Plus+ system.
Press OK to continue.
2. The next screen asks you to locate setup materials and hardware. Once you
have done this, press OK to continue.
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Step 1: Identifying Your TV's Location
1. If your country is highlighted, press OK on the remote control.
If your count W isn't highlighted, press the up or down arrow button on the
remote control to highlight your count W and press OK.
.
Use the number buttons on your remote to enter your zip code.
Press OK when you're finished.
Note: If your postal code contains letters, press the 'up and down arrow buttons on
your remote to enter letters, and press the right arrow button to go to the next
space. The left arrow button moves"you to the left.
Step 2: Configuring for Cable
The next series of screens asks you about your cable setup. To supply your TV
with the correct TV program listings, the GUIDE Plus+ system needs to know if
your TV is connected to cable.
1. If your TV is connected to cable, highlight Yes"and press OK.
If your TV isn't connected to cable, highlight No and press OK (STEP 3:
Corq'ig_ring Jbr a VCR appears).
.
If you have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight Yes"and press OK on
your remote control.
Note: The next series of screens is very important because the GUIDE Plus+
system must find the correct cable box inJbrmation in order to receive the correct
TV program listings.
If you don't have a cable box connected to this TV, highlight No and
press OK (STEP 3: CorqiguringJbr a VCR appears).
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If you're not sure which channel is the
cable box's output channel, consult
the book that came with your cable
box or contact your cable company.
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.
Highlight the channel to which you have to tune your TV in order to see
cable programming, and press OK (a screen appears reminding you to
connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and cable box).
Notes: Channel 03 is the most common.
Choose Videol/AUX if your cable box is connected to your TV with audio/video
cables"instead of a coaxial cable. Go to page 7Jbr pictures of these cables'.
4.
Highlight your brand of cable box, and press OK.
If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.
.
Make sure your cable box is on.
Tune the cable box to channel 02 (use the remote control that came with
your cable box, or press the channel buttons on the cable box).
Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system star_s testing codes).
Important Note: When cod testing is in progress, don't touch your TV, VCR,
cable box or any of the remote controls Jbr these products.
.
Look at your cable box. If it is still on and changed to channel 09, the test
was successful. Highlight Yes,and press OK (STEP 3: CorqiguringJbr a VCR
appears).
If your cable box didn't change to channel 09 or turned i_self off, you have
two choices: No and 7Est this cod again.
7_st this code again: If you think the TV, the cable box, or any of the remote
controls might have been touched or bumped during the test, highlight 7_st
this code again and press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system runs the same set of
codes).
No: If you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No and press OK
(GUIDE Plus+ system tesLs the next code).
Repeat the previous instructions until the TV finds the correct cable box
code. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Note: If the TV can't find your cable box code, a troubleshooting che&list
appears. Carea&lly review each checklist and JbUow the instructions on the screen.
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Step 3: Configuring for a VCR
l. If your TV is connected to a VCR, press OK.
If it is not, highlight No and press OK (A screen will appear reminding you
to connect your G-LINK cable to your TV and VCR.).
.
Use the up and down arrow buttons to highlight the brand of your VCR that
is connected to the TV and press OK.
If your brand isn't listed, highlight Not Listed and press OK.
.
Tune your VCR to channel 02. Next, turn OFF your VCR. When you
complete these steps, press OK to begin testing.
Important Note: When code testing is in progress, don't touch your TV, VCR, or
any of the remote controls Jbr these products.
4.
Look at the front of your VCR. If your VCR turned on automatically and
changed to channel 09, the test was successful. Highlight Yes"and
press OK.
If your VCR didn't change to channel 09, you can either choose No or 7}s't
this code again.
If you think your TV or remotes might have been touched during the test,
tune your VCR to channel 02, turn offyour VCR and highlight 7}st this
code again.
If you don't think the test was interrupted, highlight No. Tune your VCR to
channel 02 and turn offyour VCR. Press OK (the GUIDE Plus+ system starks
testing another set of codes.)
Keep following the previous instructions until the VCR finds the
correct code.
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