GE VG4052 User Manual

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VCR User’s Guide

VG4052

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Table of contents

First Things First ................................................................ 3

Setting Up the VCR ........................................................... 7

Using the Menu to Set Up Features ................................. 8

Language Selection ..................................................... 8

Cable Box Setup........................................................... 9

VCR Channels List ...................................................... 10

Auto Channel Search ............................................. 10

To Change the Signal Type .................................... 12

Adding or Removing Channels ............................. 12

Time and Date .................................................................. 12

Auto Clock Set Feature .............................................. 13

Setting the Time Zone ............................................ 13

Setting Daylight-Saving Time ................................ 14

Set the Time and Date Manually ............................... 14

Additional Set-Up Features in the

PREFERENCES Menu .................................................... 16

Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option ....................................... 16

Auto Play .................................................................... 17

Auto TV/VCR ............................................................... 17

EnergySaver ............................................................... 18

Front Panel Brightness (VCR Display) ...................... 18

VCR Basics ........................................................................ 19

Remote Buttons ............................................................... 20

Component Buttons................................................... 20

VCR Function Buttons ................................................ 20

TV Function Buttons .................................................. 21

Playing a Tape................................................................... 22

Automatic Rewind ........................................................... 22

Tape Eject ......................................................................... 23

Recording ......................................................................... 23

Check the Safety Tab .................................................. 23

Recording .......................................................................... 25

Recording Features .......................................................... 26

Express Recording (XPR) .......................................... 26

Timer Recording ........................................................ 27

Stopping a Timer Recording ..................................... 28

Reviewing and Clearing Programs ........................... 28

Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes ...... 29

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Program the Remote ...................................................... 31

About Programming the Remote ................................... 32

Programming the Remote to Control a␣ TV .................... 32

Operating the TV ........................................................ 32

Other Features ................................................................. 35

Picture Search Options .................................................... 36

Forward and Reverse Search .................................... 36

Slow Motion ............................................................... 36

Frame Advance .......................................................... 36

Index Search ............................................................... 37

Zero Search ................................................................ 38

Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) ........................ 38

Tracking............................................................................. 38

Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature ......................................... 39

Time Counter ................................................................... 39

On-Screen Displays ......................................................... 40

Connections...................................................................... 41

Things to Know Before Connecting Components ........ 41

Connecting Your VCR ....................................................... 42

Jacks and Cables ........................................................ 42

RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) ................... 42

Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)........... 42

Choosing a VCR Connection ..................................... 43

Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections...... 43

Don’t Forget About the Auto TV/VCR Feature .......... 43

TV with RF Jack Only ................................................. 44

TV with Audio/Video Jacks ........................................ 45

TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box

to Unscramble Pay Channels Only......................... 46

Reference .......................................................................... 47

Front Panel ....................................................................... 48

Display Panel .................................................................... 49

Back Panel ........................................................................ 50

How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel ................... 51

Troubleshooting Tips ....................................................... 52

Specifications ................................................................... 56

Cleaning the VCR ............................................................. 56

Limited Warranty.............................................................. 57

Index ................................................................................... 58

FIRST THINGS FIRST

Welcome to your new VCR...

To help you get started using your VCR with as little reading as possible, we’ve put all the basic information needed in the first three sections. To help you along, there’s even a QuickSet Guide the first time you turn on your VCR, which walks you through several set-up steps at once.

Getting Started

Before this first step, though, learning about the time and date, your remote control’s features, working with channels, and basic video tape operations are essential to get all you can out of the VCR. Once you are comfortable with these features, feel free to refer to other sections because they cover the more detailed information.

What Remains?

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

➣

The final sections of this manual contain playback and recording information, a detailed connections section, and a reference section including troubleshooting tips, warranty information, and an index.

OTHER FEATURES

CONNECTIONS

➣

REFERENCE

READ ME!

These note boxes give you tips for your new video cassette recorder.

FIRST THINGS FIRST

VCR

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

3564

(FROM ANT.)

OUT

(TO TV)

CABLE/

ANTENNA

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

Step 1: What’s In the Box?

The following items come packed in the box:

• VCR

• Remote control

• RF coaxial cable

Step 2: Install Batteries In the Remote Control

Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your VCR’s remote.

1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment.

2. Place the batteries into the remote’s back panel. Match the

positive (+) and negative (–) ends of each battery to the diagram inside the battery compartment.

3. Replace the cover.

POWERPOWER

VIDEOVIDEO AUDIOAUDIO

INPUT

TV TV •• VCRVCR

INPUT

CHANNELCHANNEL

TRACKING

STSTOPOP••EJECTEJECT

RECORDRECORD

ON OFF

TV VCR

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

STOP PAUSE

RECORD

INFO

MUTE

CLEAR MENU SPEED

123

456

789

TRACKING

REVREV

FWDFWD

GO BACK

F.ADV

Step 3: Connect Your VCR

If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable system and then to your TV, use the VCR’s IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) jacks for a good signal as shown to the right.

If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the jacks for a better connection. Refer to the section, Connections, toward the back of the manual, for additional connection options.

Step 4: Plug In the VCR

Your VCR’s power cord has a plastic band strung through the blades. Remove plastic band before plugging the cord into the power outlet. To remove band, cut with a pair of scissors and pull it free of the blades. Once the plastic is removed, match the wide blade of the power cord to the wide slot in the AC outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.

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OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

3564

(FROM ANT.)

OUT

(TO TV)

Step 5: Tune the TV

Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV’s video input.

• If you connect your VCR using the IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) jacks with RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH 4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4 — the channel you want to use on your TV.

• If you connect your VCR using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks with audio/video cables, select the TV’s video input with the remote’s TV and INPUT buttons to see the signal. See page 51 for more information about your TV’s input channel.

Step 6: Turn On the VCR

Press POWER on the VCR’s front panel or VCR on the remote to turn on the VCR. The first time you turn the VCR on, a menu screen appears. This is the start of a QuickSet Guide which helps you pick different options for your VCR.

Step 7: Using the QuickSet Guide

The QuickSet Guide is an automated procedure that helps you set up your VCR. The first time you turn on your VCR, the first screen of the Guide appears.

Select a language. Seleccione un idioma. Choisissez une langue.

1 English 2 Espanol 3 Francais

1. Press 1 for English, 2 for Español (Spanish), or 3 for Français (French).

The remaining menus throughout the set up will appear in the chosen language. Just follow the step-by-step procedures until setup is complete.

If the menu does not appear:

VCR Viewing Channel

AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Jacks Channel 3/4 Switch

When using the IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) jacks to connect your VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4. The 3 CH 4 switch on the back of the VCR determines which TV channel is used to see the VCR’s output.

When using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks to connect your VCR, tune your TV to the TV’s video input channel with the TV and INPUT buttons on your remote control. For more information about selecting your TV’s input channel, see page 51.

• Make sure the TV is tuned to the same channel as the 3 CH 4 switch or its video input (see page 51 for more information).

FIRST THINGS FIRST

• Make sure the VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if you connected your VCR using the IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) jacks.

• Check your connections.

If you choose to set up your VCR options individually, then go to the next section.

Step 8: Access the Menus

The MENU and number buttons on the remote let you access, select, and change your VCR’s preferences. For example, to select a different preferred on-screen language than the one you selected during the initial set up, do the following:

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 6 to display the LANGUAGE menu

LANGUAGE

Select a language.

1>English 2 Espanol 3 Francais

Press MENU to continue

3. Press 1 for English, 2 for Español (Spanish), or 3 for Français (French).

All other on-screen menus are worked within similar ways using the remote control to follow on-screen instructions. See

Additional Set-Up Features

in the next section for

detailed information about accessing menus.

Next Section: The Menus of Your VCR

Now that you understand how to move around through menus, go to the next section to set up the individual features of your VCR.

Quick Set Guide

You can manually access the QuickSet Guide by displaying the VCR MAIN MENU, and selecting the Set-up feature by pressing 4.

SETTING UP THE VCR

Additional Set-up Features

Below is a list of features that need to be set up before using your VCR for the first time. Many of these menus are covered during the initial set up, but if you ever want to change a menu, refer to this section.

• Language

• Cable Box Set Up

• VCR Channels List (Auto Channel Search)

• Auto Clock (Set Time Zone and Daylight-Saving Time)

• Manual Clock Set

• Remote VCR1/VCR2

• Auto Play

• Auto TV/VCR

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

➣

• EnergySaver

• Front Panel Brightness

OTHER FEATURES

CONNECTIONS

➣

REFERENCE

SETTING UP THE VCR

Using the Menu to Set Up Features

You can set up your VCR’s features by using the remote control’s buttons to enter your choices from on-screen instructions. Each menu item is explained in this section. For each numbered selection on the menus, use the same numbered button on the remote control to select it.

Language Selection

If you did not complete this step in the previous section using the QuickSet Guide, it is time to select your preferred language. Once this step is complete, all on-screen displays will appear in that language.

1. On your remote control, press the MENU button to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 6 to select the LANGUAGE menu.

LANGUAGE

Select a language.

1>English 2 Espanol 3 Francais

Press MENU to continue

3. Press 1 for English, 2 for Español (Spanish), or 3 for Français (French). An arrow indicates the selection you’ve made. Once you have made your choice, press MENU on the remote to continue back to the VCR MAIN MENU.

Is Something Missing?

Not all the VCR screens will always be shown in this manual when explaining the features.

SETTING UP THE VCR

Cable Box Setup

This set up applies only when all channels are received through a cable box. In this case, the VCR will automatically enter the channel used to view cable box programming. Your VCR will use this channel for all future timer recordings.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 Cable Box Setup

0 Exit

3. Press 4 to display CABLE BOX SETUP. Then select one of the three choices.

CABLE BOX SETUP

Do you use your cable box to receive ALL channels or only SOME channels?

1 ALL channels 2 Only SOME channels 3 Cancel setup

4. If you selected ALL Channels, enter the output channel of your cable box (usually 03 or 04), or press the INPUT button on the VCR’s remote to select the VCR’s video input channel if you used the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.

Choosing the Right Setup for Your Cable Box

If you use your cable box to receive: ALL channels– enter two numbers for

the output channel of your cable box or press INPUT if you connect your cable box with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.

Only SOME channels– choose this option if you only use the cable box to unscramble premium channels.

Cancel setup will take you to a screen stating your VCR will not control the cable box channel during timer recordings.

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CABLE BOX SETUP On what channel does the VCR receive signals from the cable box? (usually 3, 4, or Video)

Enter 01-13 or INPUT Press MENU to cancel

CABLE BOX SETUP On what channel does the VCR receive signals from the cable box? (usually 3, 4 or video)

Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to continue

5. Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that the VCR will now receive all signals on the designated channel.

CABLE BOX SETUP

The VCR will now receive all signals from the cable box on channel 04.

Press MENU to continue

VCR Channels List

If you use a cable box for

all channels

, this step is not necessary. Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory, but you may want to add or delete some channels depending on whether they are active.

Auto Channel Search

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

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2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 Cable Box Setup

0 Exit

3. Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu.

AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH

What type of signal are you using?

1 Cable TV 2 Antenna 3>Detect Automatically

0 Cancel

4. Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options,

your choice will be marked with an arrow symbol at the left:

•

Cable TV

•

Antenna

searches for cable stations from a single channel

searches for local broadcast stations on all

channels

•

Detect Automatically

AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH

Now scanning channel 14

Press any key to cancel

will make this decision for you

The VCR begins scanning for the available channels—this takes about one to two minutes. When the scan is complete, the VCR tunes to the lowest channel number available. At this point, pressing CHAN up or down should only select the active channels.

Auto Channel Search

Use the Auto Channel Search feature to place all available channels in memory.

If you ever change cable or antenna signals, you may need to Auto Channel Search again.

Detect Automatically

A strong cable or antenna signal in your area may cause Auto Detect to mis-detect. If this should happen, select 1 or 2 for the system you have.

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To Change the Signal Type

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.

3. Press 3 to change the Signal Type between CABLE and

ANTENNA.

Adding or Removing Channels

You may want to add or remove channels after you Auto Channel Search, especially if some of the channels have weak signals or you don’t want to watch them.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.

3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Use

CHAN up or down or number buttons to go to the channels you want to remove or add.

ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS

Channel 115 is presently ADDED

Press CLEAR to remove Press MENU to exit

ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS

Channel 115 is presently REMOVED

Press INFO to add Press MENU to exit

4. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish this set up.

Time and Date

The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the VCR to update the clock each time the VCR is turned off. The Auto Clock is advantageous because it updates the time for you automatically.

Before you set the time and date, set the Auto DST (DaylightSaving Time) feature to ON or OFF for your area.

Selecting Channels

The Channel up and down buttons access those channels active in your VCR channel list.

You can still access channels not in the channel list by using the number buttons on the remote.

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Auto Clock Set Feature

The Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory. In the ON setting, the VCR looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data Services) information. XDS updates the clock using the Coordinated Universal Time. There are certain steps that are required, such as Auto Channel Search, setting the Time Zone, and Daylight Saving feature before the Auto Clock feature works.

Setting the Time Zone

1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 2 to display TIME menu.

TIME 1 Set Time and Date 2 Auto Clock Set: ON 3 Set Time Zone 4 Set Daylight Savings

XDS Time Data was found on channel 20.

0 Exit

3. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE menu.

SET TIME ZONE What is your Time Zone? 1 Eastern 2 Central 3 Mountain 4 Pacific 5 Alaska 6 Hawaii 7>Automatic Press MENU to continue

Auto Clock Information

With a cable box, the VCR will not reset the clock after a power outage unless the cable box is turned on to the channel carrying the XDS signal.

If AUTO CLOCK SET is unsuccessful, try tuning the VCR (or cable box) to a channel carrying the broadcast information (usually PBS), then turn the VCR off. If the time does not set within ten minutes, set the time and date manually through the menu.

Check your local cable system or TV stations for availability of channels with XDS.

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4. Select your time zone.

If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR sets the clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time information it finds. If the time is not correct, select another time zone or set the time and date through the menu system.

Setting Daylight-Saving Time

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 2 to display the TIME menu.

3. Press 4 to display the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu.

SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS

Does your area observe Daylight Savings Time from April to October?

1 Yes, DST is observed 2 No 3>Automatic Press MENU to continue

4. Select one of the options.

• DST is the acronym for Daylight Saving Time.

• If you chose AUTOMATIC, the VCR sets the clock using the

DST information broadcast in the signal (channel).

Set the Time and Date Manually

If the Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful, set the clock through the menu option. The Auto Clock Set feature is set to OFF automatically when you set the clock this way.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

Spring Forward; Fall Backward

In the Spring, daylight-saving time begins on the first Sunday in April. Because the clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM (forward one hour), remember to include the extra hour for timer recording falling within this time frame.

In the Autumn, daylight-saving time ends on the last Sunday in October. The VCR clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM (back one hour). Therefore, it can affect your recording length.

SETTING UP THE VCR

2. Press 2 to display the TIME menu.

TIME 1 Set Time and Date 2 Auto Clock Set: ON 3 Set Time Zone 4 Set Daylight Savings

XDS Time Data was not found

0 Exit

3. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.

SET TIME AND DATE

Time --:- (hh:mm)

Date --/--/--

Press MENU to cancel

4. Enter the data using the number buttons. Press 0 before

single-digit numbers and follow the on-screen directions.

SET TIME AND DATE

Time 12:34 PM

Date 11/18/99 Thursday

Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to set

Time/Date Display

Pressing INFO on the remote displays the time and date on the screen.

SETTING UP THE VCR

Additional Set-Up Features in the PREFERENCES Menu

The features in this section are all accessed through the PREFERENCES menu.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.

PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control: VCR1 2 Auto Play: ON 3 Auto TV/VCR: ON 4 EnergySaver: 2:00 5 Front Panel: AUTO

0 Exit

Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.

Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option

If you own a compatible GE, RCA, or PROSCAN remote that has a VCR2, VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button, this feature allows you to set this VCR to respond to that button.

Press 1 to select the Remote Control item. Then press the VCR2, VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button to change.

PREFERENCES (PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE)

2 Auto Play: ON 3 Auto TV/VCR: ON 4 EnergySaver: 2:00 5 Front Panel: AUTO

0 Exit

PREFERENCES

1 Remote Control: VCR2

2 Auto Play: ON 3 Auto TV/VCR: ON 4 EnergySaver: 2:00 5 Front Panel: AUTO

0 Exit

Remote Control Option

Changing the remote option to VCR2 disables the remote that came with your VCR.

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The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote’s VCR2, VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button. If you change the remote setting to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer control it.

Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to VCR1. Display the PREFERENCES menu, press 1, and then press VCR on the VCR’s remote.

Auto Play

This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when you insert a tape with the safety tab removed. Press 2 to switch between ON or OFF.

• Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to

start playing automatically when the tape is inserted.

• Select OFF if you

removed to start playing automatically.

do not

want a tape with its safety tab

Auto Play

For a tape to be able to start playing automatically, it must have the safety tab removed. All rented movies and purchased movies should have this tab removed.

Auto TV/VCR

This feature controls whether the TV/VCR switch changes automatically to the VCR mode. Press 3 to switch between ON and OFF.

• Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to the VCR mode

when the VCR is turned on or a cassette is inserted.

only applies if you connect the IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) jacks of your VCR to your TV and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV.

• Select OFF if you want the VCR to remain in the TV mode.

This is useful if you watch your VCR on the TV’s video input and you don’t want your antenna/cable signal interrupted by the VCR. Refer to the of the manual.

Connections

section, toward the back

This

Auto TV/VCR

Pressing TV•VCR will still switch between the VCR and TV mode.

VCR mode: VCR indicator in the display panel lights.

TV mode: VCR indicator turns off.

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EnergySaver

By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of inactivity. Press 4 to change the time delay, or to disable the feature.

• OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off.

• 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or three

hours of inactivity.

Thirty seconds before shutting off, the VCR will warn you with a screen reading, “The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. Press any key to cancel.”

If you use the VCR’s tuner instead of your TV to tune channels, you may want to turn this feature off.

Front Panel Brightness (VCR Display)

You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent display panel on the front of the VCR. Press 5 to switch between the options.

PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control: VCR1 2 Auto Play: ON 3 Auto TV/VCR: ON 4 EnergySaver: 2:00 5 Front Panel: AUTO

0 Exit

The PREFERENCES menu allows you to access settings for your remote control, EnergySaver, front panel brightness, and more.

• AUTO brightens the display when the VCR is on and dims

the display when the VCR is off.

• BRIGHT keeps the display bright.

• DIM keeps the display at a low brightness level.

VCR BASICS

Learn the Basics To Get You Started

These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that.

This section shows you the basics of using your VCR. It discusses things like using the remote control, playing a tape, and recording programs.

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

➣

OTHER FEATURES

CONNECTIONS

➣

REFERENCE

VCR Basics tells you what you need to know in order to watch a movie or tape your favorite show.

VCR BASICS

Remote Buttons

The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many brands of televisions. If you have a GE, RCA or PROSCAN TV, you may be able to control it without having to program the remote.

Component Buttons

ON•OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR. Also turns some compatible components on and off.

TV Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or PROSCAN TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Also used with the ON•OFF button to turn on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the TV.

VCR Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or PROSCAN VCR and sets the remote to control the VCR.

VCR Function Buttons

CHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory.

ON OFF

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

RECORD

INFO

MUTE

CLEAR MENU SPEED

TV VCR

STOP PAUSE

GO BACK

123

456

789

CLEAR Resets time counter to 0:00:00. Allows you to change entries when setting the clock or a timer recording.

F.ADV Lets you view one frame with each press of the button when tape is in pause.

FORWARD Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches forward through a tape during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and increases slow-motion speed.

GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channel and then select another using the number buttons. Press GO BACK to switch between the two channels. In menu mode, press to go back to a previous menu.

INFO Shows the status displays on the TV screen.

INPUT Selects between the VCR’s line input or tuner. Line input

refers to the signal coming from the component connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks on the back L1 or front L2 of the VCR.

MENU Brings up VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

TRACKING

F.ADV

VCR BASICS

Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers.

PAUSE Pauses playback or recording. Press PAUSE again to return to playback or recording.

PLAY Plays a tape.

RECORD Starts VCR recording. Also used for Express

recording.

REVERSE Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches backward through a tape during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and decreases slow-motion speed.

SEARCH Displays INDEX and ZERO Search menus on TV screen when VCR is stopped. Advances the tape 30 seconds of recorded material during playback. Each press advances the tape an additional 30 seconds up to five minutes.

SPEED Selects a recording speed (SP or SLP).

STOP Stops the current VCR function such as record, playback,

rewind, or fast forward. Press and hold for three seconds during the stop mode to eject the tape.

TRACKING Up or Down Lets you manually reduce the streaks that may appear on the picture during play, slow motion, or pause. Reduces picture “jitter” during stop-action playback.

TV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or cable/antenna system.

TV Function Buttons

CHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the TV’s channel memory.

CLEAR Removes menus or status displays from the screen.

GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channel

and then select another using the number buttons. Press GO BACK to switch between the two channels.

INFO Shows the TV’s status displays on the TV screen.

INPUT Selects between the TV’s input channel or tuner. Press to

see the VCR signal if you connected your VCR using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.

TV Buttons

The TV buttons may not control all features of all models of GE, RCA, or PROSCAN TVs.

If you have trouble getting a picture on the TV screen, refer to “How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel” on page 51 or the “Troubleshooting” section starting on page 52.

VCR BASICS

MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level.

Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing

two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers.

ON•OFF Turns a compatible TV off and on.

VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV.

Playing a Tape

1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s video

input- see page 51 for more about the video input channel).

2. Insert a tape in the VCR.

POWERPOWER

TV TV •• VCRVCR

VIDEOVIDEO AUDIOAUDIO

INPUT

CHANNELCHANNEL

STSTOPOP••EJECTEJECT

TRACKING

RECORDRECORD

REVREV

FWDFWD

If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automatically begins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed).

• Press FWD on the VCR (FORWARD on remote) or REV on the

VCR (REVERSE on remote) to position the tape.

• Press PLAY PAUSE (if necessary) on the VCR (PLAY on

remote) to begin tape play.

• Press PLAY PAUSE (PAUSE on remote) for stop action.

• Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the

picture, if necessary.

• Press STOP•EJECT on VCR (STOP on remote) to stop

playback.

Automatic Rewind

The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR (ON•OFF on remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding.

Pause

If you pause, the VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a few minutes to reduce tape wear.

Automatic Tracking

The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing back a tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted or the VCR’s power is turned on.

VCR BASICS

Tape Eject

Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR (press and hold STOP on the remote for three seconds) when the VCR is in the stop mode to eject a tape. A tape can be ejected even when the VCR is off.

Recording

If you want to record something that you’re watching, you can use basic recording. For more detailed information, refer to the “Recording” section starting on the next page.

1. Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the

remote.

2. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.

3. Press STOP to stop recording.

If you just want to pause the recording for a short time (such as during a commercial), press PAUSE instead of STOP.

• For more information about in-depth recording features,

refer to the next section.

Check the Safety Tab

No matter which recording option you use, you need to make sure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape’s safety tab is in place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed.

If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it, simply cover the hole with vinyl tape.

Tape Speeds

SP (Standard Play) Gives the best quality recording, but fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance work well when you play back tapes recorded in this␣ speed.

SLP (Super Long Play) Gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance work well when you play back tapes recorded in this speed.

Safety Tab

Recording Time

Cassette SP SLP

T-120 2Hr 6Hr T-160 2Hr 8Hr

40min

RECORDING

Several Recording Options

Now that you’ve gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR, it’s time to explain the different recording features available to suit your needs including:

• Recording (explained in

VCR Basics

• Express Recording

• Timer Recording

• Copying and Editing Tapes

section)

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

➣

OTHER FEATURES

CONNECTIONS

REFERENCE

➣

RECORDING

Recording Features

There are three ways to record programs:

• Recording press RECORD to start recording a program.

(See

VCR Basics

• Express Recording (XPR) starts recording a program you

are watching. You can then set the VCR to automatically stop recording after a designated period of time.

• Timer Recording programming the VCR to automatically

start and stop recording at a predetermined time.

Express Recording (XPR)

Use Express recording to quickly record the remaining portion of the program you are watching.

section.)

1. Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the

remote.

2. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.

3. Repeatedly press the RECORD button to set up the recording

duration.

REC CH 36 Record Length 0:00

Press REC to set length

Each time you press the RECORD button, you increase the recording time (up to 4 hours).

The VCR continues to record for the amount of time you indicate, and then automatically turns off.

To stop an Express recording, press and hold STOP on the remote control for a few␣ seconds.

REC CH 36 Record Length 1:30

Press REC to set length

Express Recording

Express recording is a great way to tape the last quarter of the game, or the last part of a movie when you have to leave.

RECORDING

Timer Recording

You can set up as many as eight timer recording programs.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings 2 Time 3 Channels 4 Setup 5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.

TIMER RECORDINGS

1 Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs.

0 Exit

3. Select 1 to Create a New Program.

How often should this program record?

1 One time 2 Daily (every day) 3 Weekdays (M-F) 4 Weekly (once per week)

0 Cancel

4. Select how often you want the program to record.

Program 1 (One time)

Channel -Start Time --:-End Time --:-Start Date --/--/-Tape Speed SLP

Press MENU to cancel

Timer Recording Information

The Clock must be set correctly. Insert a tape with the safety tab in

place and enough tape to record the␣ program.

PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you have entered two programs where the times overlap.

The TIMER indicator appears in the display when you turn off the VCR and a timer recording has been set. It flashes if there is no tape in the VCR.

When recording from a cable box or satellite receiver, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before the recording is to begin. The VCR channel should be set to the cable box’s output channel, usually Channel 3 or 4.

RECORDING

5. Enter the data for the program with the number buttons.

The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time and end time (including AM or PM). The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. The date and/or speed can be changed when flashing.

6. Review the information to make sure it is correct, and then

press MENU to save.

Program 1 (One Time)

Channel 104 Cable Start Time 08:00 PM End Time 09:30 PM Start Date 11/18/99 Thu Tape Speed SLP

Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to save

Program 1 has been saved

Remember to insert a recordable tape and turn the VCR off before the program start time.

Remember to leave your cable box on and tuned to the desired channel

Stopping a Timer Recording

To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even an expr ess recording):

• Press and hold the STOP button for a few seconds.

Reviewing and Clearing Programs

To review programs that you have alr eady set up:

1. Press 1 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display

the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.

TIMER RECORDINGS

1 Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs.

0 Exit

2. Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screen.

RECORDING

PLAYBACK VCR

CABLE BOX

OR ANTENNA

RECORDING VCR

TO TV

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

3564

(FROM ANT.)

OUT

(TO TV)

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

3564

(FROM ANT.)

OUT

(TO TV)

IN OUT

Program 1 (One time)

Channel 104 Cable Start Time 12:00 AM End Time 01:30 AM Start Date 11/18/99 Thu Tape Speed SLP

Press CLEAR to erase Press MENU for next prog

3. Press CLEAR to erase or MENU to see the next program.

Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes

Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording␣ VCR .

1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram below .

2. Turn on both VCRs and TV.

3. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’s

video input).

4. If you are using coaxial cables for the connection, tune

recording VCR playback VCR.

to channel 3 or 4—the one selected on the

Caution:

The unauthorized recording of satellite broadcasts, television programs, or other copyrighted materials may infringe the rights of␣ others.

If you are using audio/video cables, select the line input (L1 for back jacks or L2 for front jacks) on the

5. Insert the tape you want to copy into

blank tape with its safety tab in place into

recording VCR

playback VCR.

recording VCR.

Insert a

6. Using visual search, locate the segment you want to copy on

the

playback VCR.

7. Press RECORD on the

Pause the tape at this location.

recording VCR

, then PAUSE.

8. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to begin copying.

9. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to stop copying.

10. Repeat steps 6–9 to copy or edit additional segments.

Two VCR Connection

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

Control your Television

The remote can be programmed to control a television.

It is programmed to control a GE, RCA, or PROSCAN TV. Other manufacturer’s brands need to be programmed.

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

➣

OTHER FEATURES

CONNECTIONS

REFERENCE

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

About Programming the Remote

The remote can be programmed to control other brands of remote controllable TVs. It is already programmed to operate most GE, RCA, and PROSCAN televisions.

Programming the Remote to Control a␣ TV

If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed.

Follow these steps to program the remote to control your particular TV:

1. Turn on the TV.

2. Find your TV brand and code number(s) on the code list on

the next page.

3. Press and hold the TV button on the remote.

4. Enter the code from the code list.

5. Release TV, and then press CHAN up or down. If the TV

responds to the remote commands, the remote is programmed.

6. If the TV does not respond, repeat these steps using the next

code listed for your TV’s brand.

Operating the TV

After you set up the remote, see which buttons operate your TV.

1. Point the remote at the TV, and press the TV button.

If the TV does not turn on, press the TV button and then press the ON•OFF button.

2. You may want to experiment to see which buttons operate

your TV. Try pressing buttons, such as VOL and MUTE. See “TV Function Buttons” in the

VCR Basics

Section for details.

This remote may not operate all models of the brands that are shown.

Note the difference between the TV and VCR on-screen displays to see which one the remote is operating.

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

TV Codes

Akai .................................. 03

AOC ............................. 06,12

Candle .............................. 06

Citizen .............................. 06

Colortyme ........................ 06

Concerto ........................... 06

Curtis Mathes .............. 01,06

Daewoo ....................... 06,12

Daytron ............................ 06

Electrohome ................ 06,12

Emerson ............................ 06

Envision ....................... 05,06

Fisher ........................... 05,08

GE ...................... 00,01,06,11

Goldstar ....................... 06,12

Hallmark ........................... 06

Hitachi ......................... 06,14

Infinity .............................. 04

J C Penney .... 00,01,06,09,12

JBL ..................................... 04

Jensen ............................... 06

JVC ............................... 10,11

Kawasho ...................... 03,06

Kenwood ..................... 06,12

Loewe ............................... 04

Luxman ............................. 06

LXI ........................... 04,05,07

Magnavox .............. 04,06,12

Marantz....................... 04,06

MGA ............................ 06,12

Mitsubishi .................... 06,12

MTC .................................. 06

NAD .................................. 07

NEC ................................... 06

Panasonic ............... 04,08,11

Philco ...................... 04,06,12

Philips ................ 03,04,06,12

Pioneer ............................. 06

Portland....................... 06,12

PROSCAN .......................... 01

Proton............................... 06

Quasar .............................. 11

Radio Shack ............ 01,05,13

RCA ......................... 01,06,12

Realistic ............................ 05

Sampo ............................... 06

Samsung ................. 06,09,12

Sanyo ........................... 05,08

Sears ................. 01,05,06,07,

08,10,12

Sharp ........................... 06,13

Sony .................................. 03

Soundesign ....................... 06

Sylvania .................. 04,06,12

Technics ............................ 11

Techwood ......................... 06

Teknika............................. 06

TMK .................................. 06

Toshiba .............. 05,07,08,09

Universal .......................... 00

Victor ................................ 10

Wards ...... 00,01,04,06,12,13

Yamaha ............................ 12

Zenith ............................... 02

OTHER FEATURES

Features to Enhance VCR Operation

• Picture Search Options

• Commercial Scan

• Tracking

• Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking

• Time Counter

• On-Screen Displays

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

➣

OTHER FEATURES

CONNECTIONS

REFERENCE

➣

OTHER FEATURES

Picture Search Options

The most basic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD or REVERSE button on the remote control. This section contains several other options available for searching a tape.

Forward and Reverse Search

You can search a tape during playback. Sound is turned off during picture search. Search works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed.

1. Press FORWARD to search forward or REVERSE to search in reverse.

2. Press FORWARD or REVERSE again or press PLAY to return to normal playback.

Slow Motion

You can view a tape during play or play-pause using slow motion. Slow motion works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed.

1. During playback, press PAUSE and then FORWARD or REVERSE to begin slow-motion playback.

2. Press FORWARD to increase or REVERSE to decrease the speed of the search.

3. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture.

4. Press PLAY to return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback to stop after a few minutes.

Frame Advance

Frame advance lets you view recorded action one frame after another during playback. Frame advance works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed.

• Pressing PAUSE “freezes” the action

OTHER FEATURES

• Pressing F.ADV repeatedly views single frames of the action

• Pressing PAUSE or PLAY returns normal playback

Index Search

The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording.

During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are on the␣ tape.

To Search:

1. Press STOP.

2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX SEARCH on-screen display.

3. If you want to search through a certain number of index marks, press two number buttons to enter the number of marks you want to search. Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.

4. Press FORWARD to search forward or REVERSE 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 next index mark and begin playback.

5. Press STOP to end index searching.

Some index marks may be missed by the VCR:

• A mark too close to your location on the tape

• The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of five minutes or less

• The first index mark on the tape when you start at the beginning of the tape

INDEX SEARCH

Press REV OR FWD to begin scanning OR enter a specific index number _ _

Press SEARCH to exit

INDEX SEARCH

Searching for index number 12...

Press STOP to cancel

INDEX SEARCH

Searching for index marks...

Press STOP to cancel

OTHER FEATURES

Zero Search

The zero search feature enables the VCR to quickly return to a counter reading of 0:00:00 anywhere on the tape. This is especially convenient when you want to repeat a segment of the tape several times.

1. Go to the beginning of the program you wish to return to.

2. Press INFO twice to display the timer counter on the TV screen.

3. Press CLEAR to reset the counter to 0:00:00.

4. Continue playing the tape.

5. Press STOP.

6. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the ZERO SEARCH menu.

7. Press REVERSE to return to 0:00:00 on the tape.

Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button)

ZERO SEARCH

Current tape counter is 2:17:25

Press REV to go to 0:00:00

Press SEARCH to exit

ZERO SEARCH

Searching for 0:00:00

Press STOP to cancel

This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments.

• Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape approximately 30 seconds of recorded material.

• Each press of the SEARCH button adds an additional 30 seconds up to five minutes.

Tracking

Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes the streaks or snow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated 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 different VCR. Just use the TRACKING buttons to remove the streaks or snow. You can also use tracking when you pause a tape to reduce jittering of the picture.

When you manually adjust the picture, automatic tracking is turned off. To turn automatic tracking back on, pr ess both TRACKING buttons on the front of the VCR at the same time, or

OTHER FEATURES

eject the tape and re-inser t it. Tracking has no effect during recording – only playback.

Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature

To disable the usage of the VCR, or to protect your timer recordings, you can lock the VCR so that the buttons on the VCR or remote won’t work.

Locking Your VCR:

• To Lock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds. SAFE appears in the VCR’s display panel when the VCR is locked.

• To Lock While a Timer Recording is in Progress: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds.

• To Unlock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds.

Time Counter

The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from the␣ VCR.

For example, if you record a 30-minute program at the beginning of the tape and you want to go to the end of that program to begin another recording, you would:

If a timer recording is programmed, make sure your VCR is turned off. Locking your VCR prevents the VCR from being accidentally turned on.

1. Press INFO twice to display the time counter.

2. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.

3. Press FORWARD to forward the tape until the time counter reads 0:30:00.

4. Press STOP. This is the approximate end of the program. (You may want to press PLAY to verify.) Now, you can begin recording at this spot.

5. Press INFO twice to remove the time counter from the screen and return to the normal display mode.

0:30:00

OTHER FEATURES

On-Screen Displays

The INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP, PLAY, RECORD, etc.), channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set before they can be displayed.

1. Press INFO to see the on-screen displays.

2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on the␣ screen.

3. Press INFO again to have no displays appear on the TV screen. This is useful for dubbing tapes.

Turning off the VCR also resets the displays.

Stop Ch 05 0:30:00

11/18/99 Thu 01:30PM SLP

On-Screen Display

(Times Out)

0:30:00

Time Counter Only

(Does Not Time Out)

HOURS

MINUTES

SECONDS

No Displays Will Appear

(Useful for Dubbing)

CONNECTIONS

Things to Know Before Connecting Components

Protect Your Components from Power Surges

• Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.

• Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.

Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference

• Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.

• Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’s back panel instead of straight down the middle after you connect your components.

• Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from the audio/video cables as much as possible.

• Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with your unit.

Protect Your Components from Overheating

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

OTHER FEATURES

➣

• Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.

• Do not stack components.

• Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.

• Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components.

CONNECTIONS

➣

REFERENCE

Things to Know Before Connecting Components

CONNECTIONS

Connecting Your VCR

Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR.

Jacks and Cables

RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)

The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, and must be used if audio/video connections are not available for your TV.

These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV). The coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR’s OUT (TO TV) jack and your TV’s antenna input.

RF Jack

Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)

The AUDIO/VIDEO jacks provide very good picture quality and mono sound, and can be used if your TV has audio/video input jacks.

These jacks are used for most audio/video connections between components. The VCR AUDIO/VIDEO jacks are color coded (yellow for video and white for audio). If your TV has two inputs for audio (stereo), you may need a Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels.

Audio/Video Jack

CONNECTIONS

Choosing a VCR Connection

There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, and if you have a cable box, and whether some of the channels are scrambled, and maybe you have a satellite receiver along with cable (but no cable box), or a satellite receiver and no cable or... well, you get the picture.

Three connections are described in this section and one of them should provide you with a VCR connection that works.

• TV with RF jack only

• TV with audio/video jacks

• TV with audio/video jacks and cable box to unscramble pay channels only

If you need to connect additional components not shown in the diagrams here (and are unsure of how to connect them), refer to the instruction manual that came with that particular component.

Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections

Using a simple coaxial cable connection gives you good picture quality. If your television has audio/video jacks, I highly recommend using them to get even better picture quality and mono sound when recording and playing back videotapes. These connections give you more convenient operation by not having to share the TV’s antenna␣ signal.

Don’t Forget About the Auto TV/VCR Feature

The TV/VCR switch controls whether the picture signal is coming from the VCR or the TV.

Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON when you use only the RF IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) connections and OFF when using the AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks—so your TV signal is not interrupted when the VCR is turned on.

CONNECTIONS

VCR

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

3564

(FROM ANT.)

OUT

(TO TV)

CABLE/

ANTENNA

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

TV with RF Jack Only

This connection assumes:

• You are connecting antenna, cable, or cable box system.

• Your television has only an RF input jack.

This connection provides:

• Mono sound playback from VCR.

• Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels).

To use this connection, you must have:

• (1) coaxial cable for cable or antenna connection; (1) for cable box.

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown.

2. Return to

Using This Connection

Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever one you selected with the 3 CH 4 switch on the back of the VCR.

Auto TV/VCR Setting:

• Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to ON.

To play a tape:

1. Insert a tape.

2. If necessary, press PLAY.

To record one program and watch another:

1. Begin recording a program using one of the recording␣ features.

2. Press the TV•VCR button and select a different channel on the TV.

First Things First

, then follow the steps.

CONNECTIONS

VCR

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

3564

(FROM ANT.)

OUT

(TO TV)

CABLE/

ANTENNA

INPUT 1

VIDEO

L/MONO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

OUTPUT

INPUT 2

VIDEO

L/MONO

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA

TV with Audio/Video Jacks

This connection assumes:

• You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system.

• Your television has audio/video jacks.

This connection provides:

• Mono sound playback from VCR.

• Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels).

To use this connection, you must have:

• (1) coaxial cable for cable/antenna connection; (2) for cable␣ box

• (2) audio/video cables

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown.

2. Return to

Using This Connection

Tune your TV to its video input channel. Use of TV•VCR button is not required.

Auto TV/VCR Setting:

• Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF.

To play a tape:

1. Insert a tape.

2. If necessary, press PLAY.

To record one program and watch another:

1. Begin recording a program using one of the recording␣ features.

2. Select a different channel on the TV.

First Things First

, then follow the steps.

CONNECTIONS

VCR

OUT

AUDIO

VIDEO

3564

(FROM ANT.)

OUT

(TO TV)

CABLE

CABLE BOX

CABLE/

ANTENNA

INPUT 1

VIDEO

L/MONO

S-VIDEO

AUDIO

OUTPUT

INPUT 2

VIDEO

L/MONO

IN OUT

TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only

This connection assumes:

• You are using a cable box only to unscramble premium channels.

• Your TV has audio/video input jacks.

This connection provides:

• Mono sound playback from VCR.

• Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through the cable box while watching an unscrambled channel.

To use this connection, you must have:

• (3) coaxial cables

• (2) audio/video cables

• (1) splitter

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown.

2. Return to

First Things First

, then follow the steps.

Using This Connection

Tune your TV to its video input channel. Use of TV•VCR button is not required.

Auto TV/VCR Setting:

• Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF.

To play a tape:

1. Insert a tape.

2. If necessary, press PLAY.

To record a scrambled or unscrambled program and watch another unscrambled program:

1. Begin recording a scrambled or unscrambled program

2. Select an unscrambled channel on the TV.

through the cable box using one of the recording features.

All scrambled channels must be viewed through the VCR.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit’s controls and␣ display.

FIRST THINGS FIRST

➣

You also will find a this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems.

Finally, this section contains your warranty information.

Troubleshooting Tips

section in

SETTING UP THE VCR

➣

VCR BASICS

➣

RECORDING

➣

PROGRAM THE REMOTE

➣

OTHER FEATURES

CONNECTIONS

REFERENCE

➣

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

Front Panel

POWERPOWER

TV TV •• VCRVCR

VIDEOVIDEO AUDIOAUDIO

INPUT

CHANNELCHANNEL

TRACKING

STSTOPOP••EJECTEJECT

RECORDRECORD

Remote Sensor

AUDIO and VIDEO INPUT Jacks Receives audio signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select L2 to record from these jacks.

REVREV

FWDFWD

CHANNEL TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memor y. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. Pr ess both together to recenter tracking.

FWD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture forward during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and increases slow-motion speed.

PLAY PAUSE Plays a tape. Pauses action for viewing during playback. Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes.

POWER Turns the VCR on or off.

RECORD Starts VCR recording. Used for express recording.

Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Aim the remote at this

sensor .

REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in reverse during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and decreases slow-motion speed.

STOP•EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record, playback, rewind, fastforward, or pause. Ejects the tape when the VCR is stopped.

TV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or the cable/antenna system.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

Display Panel

TIMER

VCR

Time, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator (L1 or L2), Tape Speed Indicator, or Status Indicator

Channel Number or Line Input Indicator The channel number appears when the VCR is tuned to a

channel. The line indicator (L1 or L2) appears when the VCR’s line input is selected. Select L1 to record from the jacks on the back of the VCR or select L2 to record from the jacks on the front of the VCR.

Status Indicators Show what the VCR is doing.

• EJEC (Eject) Cassette ejected

•FF Fast forwarding

• HI VCR turned on and BYE VCR turned off

• PLAY In playback (flashes during play-pause and slow)

• REC Recording (flashes when in record pause mode)

• REW Rewinding

• R0:30 Express recording in progress

• SAFE Pro-Tect Plus feature turned on

• SRCH and SRCH – Forward or reverse search

• STOP Tape is stopped

Tape Speed Indicator (SP and SLP) Press SPEED on the remote to change.

Time The current time appears. Only an AM indicator appears with the time. There is no indicator for

PM.

TIMER Lights during express recording and when VCR is turned off and set for timer recording. Flashes when timer recording is set and there is no cassette in the VCR.

VCR Indicator (Applies only if the VCR Viewing Channel is 3 or 4). Press the TV•VCR button to turn on or off.

• VCR indicator on: Picture from VCR.

• VCR indicator off: Picture from TV channel.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

(FROM ANT.)

AUDIO

OUT

3564

VIDEO

CH 3 4 Switch 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.

AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcor der, when it is connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the VCR’ s remote to select L1 to record from these jacks.

OUT

(TO TV)

AUDIO and VIDEO OUT Jacks Sends signals from VCR to another component, like a TV or VCR, when it is connected to these␣ jacks.

IN (FROM ANT.) Jack Receives a signal fr om an antenna or cable system when attached.

OUT (TO TV) Jack Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

RECORD

STOP PAUSE

INFO

MUTE

GO BACK

123

456

789

F.ADV

CLEAR MENU SPEED

TV VCR

TRACKING

ON OFF

How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel

You need to tune your TV to the Video Input Channel if you are using the VCR’s AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks to connect to the TV’ s AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT jacks. Y ou must select this “channel” befor e you can see the VCR’ s menus, the cable or antenna r eception, and the content that’s on a tape.

The video channel on TVs varies for dif ferent brands and different models. Below ar e some steps to tr y:

• If your TV brand is GE, RCA, or PROSCAN, press the TV button on the remote control that came with the VCR. Then press the INPUT button on the remote.

• If you have another brand of TV, consult the section,

Basics

, to see if the VCR’s remote control can be set to

VCR

control your TV. If so, follow the step above.

If those options do not work, try the following ideas. You might access the V ideo Input Channel by:

• pressing a button on the remote (see table below)

• selecting the channel from the TV’s menu system (see table below)

TV Button

INPUT Button

• tuning directly to the channel by selecting a specific channel

• going through all the channels in the channel list by

Some common scenarios ar e listed in the Video Input Channel Variations table that follows:

number (see table below)

pressing the channel up or down buttons on the TV.

Video Input Channel Variations

Button/Switch Button on the Channel on the TV TV Remote Number

VIDEO VID 1 00 SIGNAL LINE 90 VID 1 VID 91 VID 2 VIDEO 92 S-VID S-VID 93 S-VIDEO INPUT VID 1

S-VIDEO VID 2 SOURCE AUX

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

Troubleshooting Tips

No power

• Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet.

• Check to make sure your connections are correct.

VCR does not respond to remote

• Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote.

• The batteries may need changing.

• Make sure the Remote VCR1/VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR can operate it.

Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing

• Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off.

• Check to make sure the TV is switched to an active channel.

• Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.

Snowy or no picture during playback

• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.

• Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3 CH 4 switch on back of VCR.

• Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channel you have selected.

• Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.

• Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input. See page 51 for details.

• Try another tape.

• Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion playback.

Streaks in picture during normal playback

• Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down for the best picture.

• Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

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 encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again.

• A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.

• The time counter disappears during search; this is normal.

Will not record or play

• Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR.

• Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.

• Check to make sure the tape is not broken.

• Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.

• Check the ProTect Plus™ feature.

Rewind does not operate

• Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound.

Timer recording not made or wrong program recorded

• Check to make sure the cable box or satellite receiver was turned on when recording was to begin.

• Check to make sure the program was entered correctly (wrong channel or times).

• Power interruption. Reset the clock.

• Check to see if time and date are correct – including AM/PM.

• Check to make sure the program did not exceed the tape’s length or the tape was not rewound beforehand.

• Check to make sure the VCR was turned off at the time recording was to start.

• Check to make sure there was a tape in the VCR and the cassette’s safety tab was intact.

• VCR ejects cassette when the end of the tape is reached during a timer recording.

Will not record

• Check to make sure the safety tab is intact.

• Check to make sure the VCR is not in the line mode. Press INPUT on the remote.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

Internal clock shows incorrect time or date

• Power interruption. Make sure cable box or VCR is tuned to channel carrying the XDS information.

• Check to make sure the clock is set accurately (check AM/PM and date).

• Check Daylight-Saving setting. The clock may have adjusted for daylight-saving time.

Time did not adjust for daylight-saving time

• Check to make sure daylight-saving feature is set correctly.

VCR makes noise when stopped

• VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode.

Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly

• Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.

• Check to make sure the Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set correctly.

• If Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu, try using either CABLE TV or ANTENNA instead.

• May not be necessary if using a cable box for all channels. Contact your local cable company for more information.

Tape plays back in slow motion

• Press PLAY to return to normal playback.

Cannot select channels over 69

• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type: CABLE/ ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE.

Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play automatically

• Check to make sure the Auto Play ON/OFF feature is set to ON.

TIMER indicator flashes

• Clock is not set.

• Check to make sure there is a cassette in the VCR when a timer recording is set.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

Time counter disappears during searching

• This is normal.

On-screen menus appear in English, French, or Spanish

• Check LANGUAGE feature.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

Specifications

Format: VHS

Record/Playback Video: 4-head System: Audio: Mono record/playback system

Video Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC color

Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined

antenna terminal

Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability*

(125 cable channels)

Canada: 178 channels capability*

(122 cable channels)

Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis

Power Requirement: 120V AC, 60 Hz

Power Consumption: 16 watts

Dimensions: 3.7 inches high (94 mm)

14.2 inches wide (360 mm)

9.4 inches deep (240 mm)

Weight: 6 pounds (2.8 kg)

Storage Temperature - 22˚F to +149˚F Range: (-30˚C to +65˚C)

Operating +41˚F to +104˚F Temperature Range: (+5˚C to +40˚C)

*Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.

Cleaning the VCR

Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes of the cabinet.

Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents. A void excessive use of oil-based fur niture polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. We recommend using a nonabrasive, antistatic cleaner and polisher.

Specifications are subject to change.

APPENDIX: REFERENCE

Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• Any defect in materials or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• Ninety days for labor charges.

• One year for parts.

The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.

What we will do:

• Pay any Authorized GE VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR.

• Pay any Authorized GE VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR.

How you get service:

• Take your VCR to any Authorized GE VCR Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized GE VCR Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-447-1700.

• Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence or purchase date or first rental.

• Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed.

What your warranty does not cover:

• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your VCR. Any additional information should be obtained from your Dealer.)

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Cleaning of video/audio heads.

• Batteries.

• A VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.

• A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA.

• Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

Product Registration:

• Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your VCR. It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

How state law relates to this warranty:

• This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to␣ state.

If you purchased your VCR outside the United States:

• This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.

INDEX

Accessories

included 4 Adding/removing channels 12 Audio/video (A/V) cables 41, 43, 46 Audio/video (A/V) jacks 5, 9, 20, 42, 45, 50, 51 Auto channel search 10 Auto clock feature 12, 13 Auto play feature 17, 22 Auto TV/VCR feature 17, 43, 44, 45 Automatic rewind 22 Automatic tracking 22

Back panel 50 Batteries

installing in the remote 4 Buttons, remote 20

Component buttons 20 Connecting components 41 Connecting your VCR 4, 42 Connections 41

A/V cables 43 TV with A/V jacks 45 TV with RF jack only 44 two VCRs 29

unscrambling pay channels 46 Contents 1 Copying and editing tapes 29

Date and time 12 Daylight-saving time 14 Display panel 49 Displays, on screen 40

Cable box setup 9 Cables, positioning 41 Cables, types of 42 CHAN buttons 11, 20, 32 Channel 3/4 switch 5, 44, 50 Channel number display 49 CHANNEL TRACKING button 48 Channel, VCR viewing 5 Channels

adding/removing 12 detecting automatically 10

VCR list 10 CHANNELS menu 9, 11, 12 Cleaning the VCR 56 CLEAR button 20, 29, 37, 38 Clearing programs 28 Commercial scan 38

Editing tapes 29 Eject 23 EnergySaver feature 18 Express Recording (XPR) 26

F ADV button 20, 37 Forward and reverse search 36 FORWARD button 22, 36, 39 Frame advance 36 Front panel 48 Front panel brightness 18 FWD button 22, 48

GO BACK button 20

INDEX

IN (FROM ANT) jack 4, 5, 6, 17, 42, 43, 50 Index search 37 INFO button 20, 38, 40 INPUT button 5, 9, 20, 28, 51

Jacks

AUDIO/VIDEO 50, 51

Audio/Video (A/V) 50

IN (FROM ANT) 50

OUT (TO TV) 50 Jacks, types of 42

Language feature 8 LANGUAGE menu 6, 8 Line input indicator 49 Locking feature 39

Panel brightness 18 PAUSE button 21, 23, 29, 36 Picture search options 36 PLAY button 21, 22, 37, 39, 44, 45, 48 PLAY PAUSE button 22 Playing a tape 22 POWER button 22, 48 Power surges 41 PREFERENCES menu 16, 17 Pro-Tect Plus locking feature 39 Problem solving 52 Programming the remote 31

to operate TVs 32

PROGRAMS OVERLAP message 27

QuickSet Guide 5, 8

MENU button 6, 8, 12, 14, 16, 20, 27 MUTE button 22, 32

Number buttons 6, 15, 21, 22

ON•OFF button 20, 22, 32 On-screen displays 40 OUT (TO TV) jack 4, 6, 17, 42, 43, 50 Overheating 41

RECORD button 21, 23, 26, 29, 48 Record protect tab 23 Recording 23

basic 23 copying and editing tapes 29 Express (XPR) 26 options 25 timer 27 types of 26 XPR (Express) 26

Remote

buttons 20 component buttons 20 installing batteries 4 TV function buttons 21

INDEX

Remote control option 16 Remote sensor 48 Remote VCR1/VCR2 option 16 Removing/adding channels 12 REV button 21, 22, 48 REVERSE button 22, 36, 38 Review existing progs. screen 28 Reviewing programs 28 Rewind, automatic 22

SAFE display 39 Safety tab 22, 23 Search

commercial scan 38

forward and reverse 36

frame advance 36

index 37

slow-motion 36

zero 38 SEARCH button 21, 37, 38 Sensor, remote 48 SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu 14 SET TIME AND DATE menu 15 SET TIME ZONE menu 13 Set up

cable box 9

channels list 10

language 8

time and date 12

time and date manual 14

using menus 8

using PREFERENCES menu 16 Signal type 12 Signal type, changing 12 Slow-motion search 36

SLP (tape speed) 23 SLP indicator 49 Solving problems 52 SP (tape speed) 23 SP indicator 49 Specifications 56 SPEED button 21, 23, 26, 49 Status indicators

BYE 49 EJEC (Eject) 49 FF 49 HI 49 PLAY 49 R0:30 49 REC 49 REW 49 SAFE 49 SCH and SCH- 49

STOP 49 STOP button 21, 23, 26, 37 STOP EJECT button 23, 48

Tape eject 23 Tape, playing 22 Tape speed 23 Tape speed indicators 49 Time and date 12 Time counter 39 Time display 49 TIME menu 13, 14 Time zone 13 TIMER indicator 27, 49 Timer recording 26, 27

stopping 28

INDEX

Tips, troubleshooting 52 Tracking 38 TRACKING button 36 TRACKING buttons 21, 22 Troubleshooting tips 52 TV button 5, 20, 32, 51 TV codes 33 TV function buttons 21 TV, programming the remote to control 32 TV•VCR button 21, 43, 48 TV’s video input channel 51

VCR back panel 50 VCR button 5, 20, 39 VCR channel list 10 VCR, cleaning 56 VCR display panel 49 VCR front panel 48 VCR indicator 49 VCR MAIN MENU 6, 8, 12, 13, 14, 16, 27 VCR viewing channel 5 VCR1 button 17 VCR2 button 16 VHS index search system 37 VOL buttons 22, 32

Y-adapter 42

Zero search 38

Warranty 57

XPR (Express Recording) 26

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.

10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290

Printed in Mexico

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