ProScan PSVR75, PSVR73 User Manual
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Cautions
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and fully insert.
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proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may
void the user's authority to operate it.
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.
Care and Cleaning: Use a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your
VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes.
Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various
solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the materials
used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. A nonabrasive, antistatic
cleaner/polisher is recommended.
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numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product.
Model No. PSVR73/PSVR75
Serial No,
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Safety Information ............................................................... i
First Things First .................................................................. 3
Setting Up theVCR ............................................................ 9
Using the Menus to Set Up Features ..............................................I0
Language...........................................................................................I 0
Setup for a Digital Satellite Receiver .........................................I I
Cable Box Setup .............................................................................12
VCR Channels List .........................................................................14
ToAuto Channel Search .........................................................14
Changing the SignalType .........................................................16
Adding or Removing Channels ..............................................16
Time and Date ................................................................................16
Auto Clock Set Feature ..........................................................17
Set the Time Zone ....................................................................18
Set Daylight Savings..................................................................18
Setting Time and Date Manually ............................................19
VCR Plus+ GOLD Programming System .................................20
MappingVCR Plus+ System Channels Manually ................2I
VCR Plus+ GOLD System Worksheet ...............................22
Additional Set Up Features ...............................................................23
RemoteVCRI/VCR2 Option ......................................................23
Auto Play..........................................................................................24
Auto TV/VCR ..................................................................................24
EnergySaver .....................................................................................25
Front Panel (VCR Display) ...........................................................25
Tape Speed .......................................................................................25
VCR Basics ............................................................................ 27
Remote Buttons ...................................................................................28
Component Buttons .....................................................................28
VCR Function Buttons ..................................................................29
TV Function Buttons .....................................................................30
Playing aTape ........................................................................................3I
Automatic Rewind .........................................................................3I
Tape Eject .........................................................................................31
Recording .........................................................................................32
Check the Safety Tab ................................................................32
Recording .............................................................................. 33
Express Recording (XPR) ..................................................................34
Program Express..................................................................................35
Timer Recording ..................................................................................35
Timer Recording With theVCR Plus+ System........................37
Stopping a Timer Recording ........................................................38
Reviewing and Clearing Programs ..............................................39
Editinga Timer Program ...............................................................39
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV
or SAP (Second Audio Program) ..................................................40
Recording Audio Only ...................................................................40
Playing BackAudio Only ...............................................................41
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes ............................41
Using Dual Remote with AutoEdit ..................................................42
Program The Remote ...................................................... 43
Testing the Remote .............................................................................44
Programming the Remote to Control aTV,
Satellite Receiver, or Cable Box ...................................................44
Programming the Remote to Control
anAuxiliary Component ................................................................46
Other Features ................................................................... 49
Commercial Advance ..........................................................................50
Marking .............................................................................................5 I
Playback ............................................................................................52
Display ..............................................................................................52
Movie Advance .....................................................................................53
Picture Search Options ......................................................................55
Forward and Reverse Search .......................................................55
Slow Motion ....................................................................................55
Frame Advance ...............................................................................56
Variable Speed Using the Shuttle Ring .................................56
Index Search ....................................................................................57
Zero Search .....................................................................................58
Pro-Tect PlusTM Locking .....................................................................58
Tracking ..................................................................................................58
Time Counter .......................................................................................59
On-Screen Displays .............................................................................59
Audio Set-Up Features .......................................................................60
Reception .........................................................................................60
Tape Playback ..................................................................................6 I
Connections ......................................................................... 63
Jacks and Cables ...................................................................................64
Choosing aVCR Connection ............................................................65
TVWith RFJack Only ...................................................................66
TV With Audio/Video Jacks .........................................................67
TVWith Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box .............................68
TVWith RFJack and Digital Satellite Receiver .......................69
TVWith Audio/Video Jacks and Digital Satellite Receiver ...70
Reference ............................................................................... 71
Front Panel ............................................................................................72
Display Panel .........................................................................................73
Back Panel .............................................................................................74
Questions and Answers About Commercial Advance ...............75
Troubleshooting Tips ...........................................................................76
How to Find Your TV'sVideo Input Channel .................................79
Specifications ........................................................................................80
Cleaning theVCR .................................................................................80
Warranty ...............................................................................................8 I
Glossary .................................................................................................82
Index .......................................................................................................83
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WELCOME TO YOUR NEW VCR...
To help you get started using yourVCR 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 which walks you through
several setup 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 theVCR. Once you
are comfortable with these features, feel free to refer to
other sections because they cover the more detailed
information.
WHAT REMAINS?
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.
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FIRST THINGS FIRST
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STEP 1: WHAT'S IN THE
The following items come packed in the box:
• VCR
• Remote control
• RF coaxial cable
• 2 "AA" Batteries
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STEP 2: INSTALL BATTERIES IN
REMOTE CONTROL
THE
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.
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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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 RFcoaxial 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 59
for more information about your TV's input channel.
STEP 6: TURN ON THE VCR
PressON-OFF on the VCR's front panel or VCR1 on the remote
control 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.
Choisissez une langue.
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2 Francais
1. Press1 for English, or 2 for Fran_ais (French).
The remaining menus throughout the set up will appear in the chosen
language. Justfollow the step-by-step procedures until the interactive
setup is complete.
If the menu does not appear:
• Make surethe TV istuned to the samechannel asthe 3 CH 4 switch
or the TV's video input "channel" (seepage 59 for more information).
• Make sure the VCR indicator ison in the VCR display if you
connected your VCR using the IN (FROM ANT.) and OUT (TO TV)
jacks.
• Check your connections.
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VCRViewing Channel
When using the ANTENNA jacks to
connect yourVCR, tune yourTV to
channel 3 or 4.
When using the audio/video jacks to
connect yourVCR, tune yourTV to
the TV's video input.
QuickSet Guide
If you choose not to use the QuickSet
Guide to set up theVCR, you can exit
now and return to the Guide through
Setup in theVCR MAIN MENU.
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STEP 8: FINISHING YOUR SETUP
Setting up your VCR with the QuickSet Guide can take you to many
different on-screen displays depending on the options you chose. For
example, after completing the auto channel search, you will see a
screen asking if you want to set up your VCR to control a satellite
receiver.
SAT SETUP
Would you like to set
up the VCR to control
a SAT receiver?
2 No
Of course, if you have no satellite receiver, you will select "NO" for
this screen. If you do have satellite service, make sure you see the next
section, Setting Up Your VCR, for important information about how
your VCR works with your satellite receiver before you complete the
next steps in the set up.
Another important series of stepsin the QuickSet Guide is when you are
asked to set up your VCR Plus+ Gold programming system. Through
this system, your VCR automatically downloads information sent by
local broadcasters to assign channel numbers to corresponding stations
soyou don't have to "map" the channels manually (tell your VCR which
station is on what channel). This step is identified by the screen:
SETUP
The rest of the setup
may take a few hours to
complete. Would you like
to continue setup?
I Now
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If you select "Later" in the SETUPmenu, then downloading the
information will occur overnight. This method allows you to watch
and record programming, through your VCR, but you cannot use the
VCR Plus+ system programming codes until the next day (after all,
your VCR doesn't know which channel is which yet).
SETUP
The rest of the setup
will run automatically
at night. Please turn
off the VCR before
midnight.
Press MENU to continue
Using the Arrow Buttons
You can use the arrow buttons
on the remote andVCg's front panel
to access and select menu items.
Remote Control
GUIDE INFO
MENU CLEAR
Front Panel
CHANNEL
TRACKING
CLEAR MENU INFO
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CHANNEL
Use the up and down arrows to
highlight a menu item, then press OK
(MENU on the front panel) to select
or change the chosen item. You can
also set or change some of theVCR's
features (e.g., setting the clock) with
the arrow buttons.
Use the left and right arrows to move
from one location to another, such as
moving from hours to minutes when
setting up a timer program.
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If you select "Now," then you mustshut off the VCR. You will not be
able to use the VCR, but you can still watch your TV.
SETUP
The rest of the setup
will run automatically.
Please turn off VCR now.
Setup is complete when
"DOWN" & "LOAD" stop
flashing on the display.
Press MENU to cancel
You will see "DOWN" and "LOAD" flash on the display panel of your
VCR while the channel information is being gathered. Once your VCR
has all its data, DOWN and LOAD will stop flashing and the VCR
Plus+ GOLD programming system is ready to use.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
After DOWN and LOAD has stopped flashing on your VCR, you can
expect one of three things: your VCR was successful, partially successful
or downloading VCR Plus GOLD information failed.
A successful download means all information was gathered and you can
useyour PlusCode programming numbers. Partially successful meansthere
was a question about which downloaded channel information is correct.
SETUP
Your area has multiple
cable companies. Please
identify your cable
company by selecting the
list that matches your
channels.
Press MENU to continue
If this is the case, you will be asked to select which channels your local
broadcasters use with a screen that looks something like:
Select the row that
matches your channels.
TOON FAM WGN A&E
#I 45 35 3
#2 25 35 3
#3 37 96
#4 37 54 123
#5 58
#6 31 65 48
Press CLEAR to cancel
If asked to select which channels match your local viewing area, select
the proper corresponding numbers and then you will be ready to use
your PlusCode system numbers to record.
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If your VCR Plus+ GOLD system fails to download all the necessary
information for any reason, then you will be shown the screen:
SETUP
Last automatic setup
was unsuccessful.
Would you like to:
I Try again
2 Finish setup manually
3 Cancel the Auto Setup
If you try the setup again, then you will have to wait for DOWN and
LOAD to stop flashing on the front panel to see if data was gathered
successfully.
If you choose to manually set up your channel mapping, turn to the
next section, Setting Up Your VCR, for more information.
If you cancel the automatic setup, you should turn off AUTO VCR
Plus+ or you will keep getting the prompt that automatic setup was
unsuccessful since VCR Plus+ GOLD attempts to download new data
every time the VCR is turned off. You can do this by going to the MAIN
menu, then choosing (4) for CHANNELS, choosing (4) for VCR Plus+
setup, and then choosing (2) to turn off the feature.
For More Information...
If you are having problems with any
QuickSet Guide element, including
VCR Plus+, you can always set up your
preferences manually. See the next
section, Setting Up the VCR, for more
information.
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SETUP FEATURES
Below is a list of features that need to be set up to get
the most out of yourVCR. Many of these menus are
covered during the QuickSet Guide, but if you ever
want to change a menu, refer to this section.
• Language Selection
• Setup for a Satellite ReceiverAntenna
• Cable BOX Set Up
• VCR Channel List Set Up
(Auto Channel Search)
• Time Zone and Daylight Savings
(Auto Clock)
• Manually SettingTime and Date
• VCR Plus+ Gold Interactive Programming
System Channels
• Remote VCRI/VCR2 Feature
• Auto Play
• Auto TV/VCR
• EnergySaver
• Front Panel Brightness
• Preferred Tape Speed
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USING THE MENUS TO SET
UP FEATURES
You set up features by using the menu system asdiscussed in the
previous section. Each feature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is
explained in this section as well as a few other features you should set
up before you begin using your VCR.
LANGUAGE
Selecting your preferred language determines how the on-screen
displays will appear. To change the language:
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
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2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Audio
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0 Exit
2. Select 8 to chose the LANGUAGE menu.
LANGUAGE
Select a language.
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2 Fran_ais
Press MENU to continue
3. Select English or Fran_ais (French),
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SETUP FOR A DIGITAL
SATELLITE RECEIVER
With this setup, the VCR turns on an RCA, ProScan, or GE satellite
receiver antenna and tunes it to the desired channel at the start time of
a timer recording. For other brands, the VCR tunes the receiver to the
desired channel only if the receiver is turned on. Position the satellite
receiver above the VCR as shown in the Connections section.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
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2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
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5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Audio
8 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove ChanneLs
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Setup
5 Cable Box Setup
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0 Exit
3. Press 6 to select SAT SETUP.
4.
SAT SETUP
On what channel does
the VCR receive signals
from the SAT receiver?
Enter 01-125 or INPUT
Press MENU to cancel
Enter the output channel of your satellite receiver, usually 03, 04,
or video line input and press MENU. The VCR confirms that it
receives all DSSsignals on the specified channel.
Satellite Viewing Channels
Even though you are offered channels I-
125, most modern satellite systems can
only broadcast to channels 3, 4 or
INPUTIt is highly recommended that
you chose one of these three numbers fi
your satellite systembroadcast.
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SAT SETUP
The VCR will now
receive all signals
from the SAT receiver
on channel 03.
Press MENU to continue
PressMENU and enter the code for your digital satellite receiver
from the Satellite Receiver Code List.
SAT SETUP
Enter the code for your
SAT receiver from the
list in your Userfs
Manual.
Press MENU to cancel
Turn on your satellite receiver and tune it to channel 1O0 and then
press MENU. Follow the on-screen directions.
Satellite Receiver Codes
Dishnet (Echo_ ............................. 078
GE ......................................... 000, 00 I
Hughes Network .......................... 077
Panasonic...................................... 075
Primestaur...................................... 076
ProScan................................. 000, 00 I
RCA....................................... 000, 00 I
Sony .............................................. 072
Toshiba.......................................... 073
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the brands that are shown.
Please turn on your
SAT Receiver and tune
it to channel 100.
Press MENU to continue
Once you have completed the setup, the VCR confirms the
satellite receiver setup is completed or canceled.
CABLE BOX SETUP
This setup applies only when all channels are received through the
cable box. There are two steps:
• The first sets up the VCR for the output channel of the cable box
signal.
The second setsup the VCR for a remote-controllable cable box so
the VCR can control the cable box by changing channels for timer
or VCR Plus+ GOLD system recordings. Position the remote-
controllable cable box above the VCR as shown in the
Connections section,
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1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
I VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
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5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Audio
8 Language
0 Exit
2. Press4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
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CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Setup
6 SAT Setup
0 Exit
Press5 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?
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2 Only SOME channels
3 Cancel setup
If you selected ALL CHANNELS, enter the output channel of your
cable box, usually 03, 04, or video line input and press MENU.
PressMENU and select whether your cable box is remote
controllable.
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CABLE BOX SETUP
Can your cable box be
operated with a remote
control?
2 No
If your cable box is remote-controllable, turn it on and tune it to
channel 2. PressMENU to continue.
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Cable Box Setup
All channels: enter two numbers for out
channel of your cable box or press INPId
for Mdeo Input.
Only SOME channels: if you only use the
cable box to tune premium channels.
Cancel setup: select to cancel.
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CABLE BOX SETUP
Please turn on your
Cable Box and tune
it to channel 2.
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Press MENU to continue
Enter the code for your cable box from the Cable Box
Codes list then press MENU to continue,
CABLE BOX SETUP
Enter the code for your
cable box from the
list in your User's
Manual.
Press MENU to cancel
8, Select one of the choices and follow the on-screen instructions,
CABLE BOX SETUP
Did the cable box
tune to channel 9?
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2 No. try again
3 No. cancel setup
Once you have completed the setup, the VCR confirms the
CABLE BOX SETUP is completed or canceled,
VCR CHANNELS LIST
If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary,
Your VCR may come with a channel listpreset at the factory, Even
though your VCR may come with a list, it's possible that you may
want to add or eliminate some channels depending on whether
they are active,
TO AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
l. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
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Cable Box Codes
ABC ............... 002, 003,004, 005,006, 007, 053
Antronix ................................................... 008, 009
Archer ..................................... 008, 009, 010, 01 I
Cabletenna ....................................................... 008
Cableview ......................................................... 008
Century ............................................................. 011
Citizen ............................................................... 011
Colour Voice ............................................ 012, 013
Comtronics .............................................. 014, 015
Contec .............................................................. 016
Eastern .............................................................. 017
Garrard ............................................................. 011
GC Electronics ................................................ 009
Gemini ....................................................... 018,019
General Instrument ....................... 003,042, 043
Hamlin ............................. 020, 021,022, 035, 045
Hitachi ............................................................... 003
Hytex ................................................................. 002
Jasco ................................................................... 011
Jerrold ............................. 003,005,007,018, 023,
024, 046, 053,042, 043
Magnavox .......................................................... 025
Memorex .......................................................... 026
Movie Time ...................................... 002, 027, 028
NSC .................................................. 002, 027, 028
Oak ................................................... 002, 016, 029
Panasonic .................................................. 048, 052
Paragon ............................................................. 026
Philips ...................................... 011,012,013,019,
025, 030, 03 I, 032
Pioneer ...................................................... 033,034
Pulsar ................................................................. 026
RCA .................................................. 047, 049,052
Realistic ............................................................. 009
Regal .......................................................... 022, 035
Regency ............................................................. 017
Rembrandt ....................................................... 003
Runco ................................................................ 026
Samsung .................................................... 014, 034
Scientific Atlanta .................... 006, 036, 037, 038
Signal .......................................................... 014, 018
Signature ........................................................... 003
SL Marx ............................................................. 014
Sprucer .............................................................. 052
Starcom ............................................ 007, 018, 053
Stargate ..................................................... 014, 018
Starquest ........................................................... 018
Tandy ................................................................. 040
Teleview ............................................................ 014
Tocom .............................................. 004, 023, 04 I
Toshiba .............................................................. 026
Tusa .................................................................... 018
TV86 .................................................................. 027
Unika ................................................ 008, 009, 01 I
United Artists .................................................. 002
United Cable .................................................... 053
Universal ................................. 008, 009, 010, 01 I
Videoway .......................................................... 044
Viewstar .................................. 015,025,027, 040
Zenith ............................................... 026, 050, 051
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the brands that are shown.
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VCR MAIN MENU
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2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
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5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Audio
8 Language
0 Exit
2. Press4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Setup
5 Cable Box Setup
6 DSS Setup
0 Exit
3. Press1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu.
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
What type of signal
are you using?
I Cable TV
2 Antenna
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0 Cancel
4. Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options,
• Cable TV searches for cable channels
• Antenna searches for local broadcast stations
• Detect Automatically will make this decision for you
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Now scanning channel 14
Press any key to cancel
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. At this point, pressing CHAN
up or down on the remote control or VCR should only select the
active channels.
Auto Channel Search
Use theAuto Channel Seih feature to
place all available channels in memory
If you ever change cable or antenna
signals, you may need t_l_uto Channel
Sea_h again.
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Detect Automatically
A strong cable or antenna signal in your
area may causa_,uto Detect to mis-
detect. If this should happen, select I or
2 for the system you have.
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CHANGING THE SIGNAL TYPE
This feature is useful if you cable signal goes out; you can switch to
Antenna for alternate television viewing.
1. PressMENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
3. Press3 to change the Signal Type between Cable and Antenna.
When you are finished, press 0 to exit back to the main menu and
0 again to exit to normal viewing.
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 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Use
CHANNEL up or down or number buttons to go to the channel
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.
When at the channel, it will be added if not already on the listor
deleted if it was. If the channel was added, you can press CLEAR
to remove it. If the channel was deleted, you
can press INFO to add.
TIME AND DATE
The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date. The Auto Clock
feature which enables the VCR to update the clock each time you turn
off the VCR. The Auto Clock feature is advantageous because it
updates the time for you automatically. The second way is entering the
time and date manually via the menu system.
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Selecting Channels
The CHANNEL + and - buttons access
those channels which are 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 feature is set to ON at the factory. There are certain
steps that are required, such as Auto Channel Search, setting the
Time Zone, and setting the Daylight-Savings feature, before the
Auto Clock feature works.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
I VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
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4 Channels
5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Audio
8 Language
0 Exit
2. Press3 to display the TIME menu.
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TIME
I Set Time and Date
2 Auto Clock Set: ON
4 Set Daylight Savings
0 Exit
Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen,
SET TIME ZONE
What is your Time Zone?
I Eastern
2 Central
3 Mountain
4 Pacific
5 Alaska
6 Hawaii
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Press MENU to continue
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.
Auto Clock Info
V_4th a cable box, the VCR will not reset
the clock after a power outage unless th
cable box is set to the channel carrying
the broadcast signal.
If Auto Clock Set is unsuccessful, try
tuning the VCR (or cable box) to a
channel carrying Extended Data Service
(XDS) information (usually PBS), then
turn the VCR off. If the time does not se
within I 0 minutes, set the time and date
manually through theii_e menu.
Check local cable system or TV stations
for availability of channels with XDS
information.
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SET THE TIME ZONE
1. PressMENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
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4 Channels
5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Audio
8 Language
0 Exit
2. Press3 to display the TIME menu.
TIME
1 Set Time and Date
2 Auto Clock Set: ON
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4 Set Daylight Savings
0 Exit
3. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen,
SET TIME ZONE
What is your Time Zone?
1 Eastern
2 Central
3 Mountain
4 Pacific
5 Alaska
6 Hawaii
Press MENU to continue
4. Select your time zone.
If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR setsthe
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.
SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
1. PressMENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press3 to display the TIME menu.
3. Press4 to display the SETDAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu.
Spring forward; Fall backward
In the Spring, Daylight-Savings begins o
the first Sunday id_,pril. Because the
clock automatically changes from 2 a.m.
to 3 a.m. (forward one hour), remembel
to include the extra hour for timer
recordings falling within this time frame
In theAutumn, Daylight-Savings ends on
the last Sunday in Octol_erThe VCR
clock automatically changes from 2 a.m.
to I a.m. (back one hour). Therefore, it
can affect your recording length.
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SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
Does your area observe
DayLight Savings Time
from April to October?
1 Yes. DST is observed
2 No
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Press MENU to continue
4. Select one of the options.
• DST stands for Daylight Savings Time.
• If you choose Automatic, the VCR sets the clock using the DST
information broadcast in the signal (channel).
SETTING TIME AND DATE MANUALLY
If the Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful, set the clock through the TIME
menu option. The Auto Clock Setfeature is set to OFF automatically
when you set the clock this way.
I. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
I VCR PLus+
2 Timer Recordings
4 Channels
5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Audio
8 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.
TIME
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2 Auto Clock Set: OFF
3 Set Time Zone
4 Set Daylight Savings
Time Data was not found
0 Exit
3. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.
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Time/Date Display at
Pressing INFO displays the time and d
on the screen temporar.ily
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SET TIME AND DATE
Time
(hh mm)
Date --/--/--
4,
Press MENU to cancel
Enter the data using the number bu_ons. Press0 before single-digit
numbers and follow the on-screen directions to exit the menus.
SET TIME AND DATE
Time 12:34 PM
Date 11/18/99 Thursday
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to set
VCR PLUS+ GOLD PROGRAMMING
SYSTEM
The VCR Plus+ GOLD programming system makes VCR set up
automatic by setting and updating the clock and channel list for you.
During the one-time QuickSet Guide set up, the VCR prompts you to
enter your zip code. Soon after, the VCR clock will set itself and
overnight, your VCR Plus+ programming system channel list will be
input for you.
Time, date, and VCR Plus+ system information are downloaded from
participating TV stations over your antenna or cable system. Time and
date are updated each time the VCR is turned off (and after every
power interruption). So, when your TV stations or cable company
update their line-ups, your ProScan VCR will get the most current
channel list automatically, freeing you from having to manually change
the channel list yourself.
If your VCR Plus+ GOLD system fails to download the proper
information for any reason, you can always manually map the
channels. You can also turn off AUTO VCR Plus+ if you keep getting
prompts about "multiple cable" services by choosing (2) in the VCR
Plus+ SETUP menu.
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MAPPING VCR PLUS+ PROGRAMMING
SYSTEM CHANNELS MANUALLY
Using the VCR Plus+ GOLD programming system can make taping
timer recordings for cable or off-air antenna easier. If your VCR Plus+
GOLD system setup failed during the QuickSet, then you will need to
map the channels for your local service manually. A worksheet and
abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.S. and Canada
are provided.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
5 CabLe Box Setup
6 DSS Setup
0 Exit
3. Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ system SETUP screen.
VCR PLUS+ SETUP
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2 Auto VCR PLus+: ON
VCR Plus+ data was found
on channel 05.
0 Exit
4. Press1 to display the Set Channel Listsscreen
4.
VCR+
Channel My Channel
5 --
4 --
3 -> -> -> --
2 --
I --
Use CH+/- to select
Press 0-9 to change
Press MENU to save
Enter the data following the on-screen directions using your
worksheet.
VCR+
Channel My Channel
5 46
4 --
3 -> -> -> 23
2 --
I --
Use CH+/- to select
Press 0-9 to change
Press MENU to save
Screen used is for an example only.
Two-DigitVCR Plus+ System
Channel Numbers for
CableTV (Canadian List)
35 American Movie Classics
39 Arts &-Entertainment
57 Black Entertainment
54 Bravo
42 Cable News Network
45 Cinemax
98 Cinemax 2
37 The Discovery Channel
53 The Disney Channel
63 Entertainment Television
34 ESPN Sports Network
47 The Family Channel
33 Home Box Office
95 Home Box Office 2
96 Home Box Office 3
51 The Learning Channel
46 Lifetime
58 The Movie Channel
48 Music Television
49 The Nashville Network
38 Nickelodeon
64 NostalgiaTelevision
99 QualityValue Cable
41 Showtime
97 Showtime 2
59 Sports Channel
52 Turner Network Television
44 USA-Network
62 Video Hits I
93 Viewer's Choice I
94 Viewer's Choice 2
55 WGN Chicago
43 WTBS Atlanta
60 WWOR-NewYork
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VCR Plus+ Programming
System Channel List
Refer to your local television list for a
complete VCR Plus+ system channel list
for your viewing area or contact your
cable company Using the list may save
you some time.
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VCR PLUS+ GOLD SYSTEM WORKSHEET
Broadcast or VCR Plus+ Channel Channel Number
Cable-TV Number** You Receive
Station Name the Station On*
HBO 33
ESPN 34
* Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on.
** Check your local listing for broadcast or VCR Plus÷ channel number assigned.
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Two-DigitVCR Plus+ System
Channel Numbers for
CableTV (Canadian List)
67 Allarcom Pay Television/
Superchannel
44 Arts & Entertainment
72 Cable News Network-
Headline News
61 Cable News Network
70 Canadian Home Shopping
Network
56 Canal Famille
69 Cathay International
Television Inc.
68 Chinavision Canada Corp
60 Country Music Television
63 Family Channel
62 First Choice
96 First Choice Two
97 First Choice Three
99 First Choice Four
90 House of Commons
91 La Chaine Francaise
51 The Learning Channel
65 MeteoMedia/The Weather
Network
48 MuchMusic Network
55 MusiquePlus
52 Nashville Network
73 Newsworld/CBC
53 Le Reseau des Sports
43 The Sports Network
64 Super Ecran
37 Super Ecran B
98 Super Ecran C
66 Telatino Network
46 TV5 Montreal
92 Viewer's Choice I
93 Viewer's Choice 2
94 Viewer's Choice 3
95 Viewer's Choice 4
71 Vision TV: Canada's
Faith Network
38 Youth TV, Canada Inc.
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 VCR PLus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 ChanneLs
5 Setup
7 Audio
8 Language
0 Exit
2. Press6 to display the PREFERENCESmenu.
PREFERENCES
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2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
4 EnergySaver: 2:00
5 Front Panel: AUTO
6 Tape Speed: SLP
7 Commercial Advance
0 Exit
Now you are ready to select an item
from the menu to set up.
REMOTE VCR I/VCR2 OPTION
The VCR's remote control unit can operate up to two compatible
ProScan, RCA, or GE VCRs. Most compatible VCRs automatically
respond to the VCR1 button without being programmed. If you own
two compatible VCRs, test them to see if the VCR1 button turns on
both VCRs. If it does, then you may want to program this VCR to
respond to the VCR2 button on the remote.
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Remote Control Option
Remember you must press VCRI or
VCR2 on the remote--whichever you
selected in the menu--before the remot
will operate the VCR.
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In the preferences menu, press 1 to select the Remote Control feature.
Then press the VCR2 button to change.
PREFERENCES
2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
4 EnergySaver: 2:00
5 Front Panel: AUTO
6 Tape Speed: SLP
7 Commercial Advance
0 Exit
PREFERENCES
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2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
4 EnergySaver: 2:00
5 Front Panel: AUTO
6 Tape Speed: SLP
7 Commercial Advance
0 Exit
The VCR will only respond to the VCR2 button. To change the remote
setting back to VCR1, display the PREFERENCESmenu, press 1, and
then press the VCR1 button on the 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 safetytab removed to start
playing automatically when the tape is inserted.
Select OFF if you do notwant a tape with its safety tab removed
to start playing automatically.
AUTO TVIVCR
This feature controls whether the TV/VCR switch changes
automatically to the VCR mode, when the VCR is turned on.
Press3 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. This only applies if you connect the IN
FROM ANT. and OUT TO TV jacks of your VCR and 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.
Auto TV/VCR
Pressing TVoVCR on the VCR
(ANTENNA on remote) will still switch
between the VCR and TV modes.
VCR mode: VCR indicator in the displa]
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. Press4 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. Pressany 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 (VCR DISPLAY)
You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent display panel on
the front of the VCR. Press5 to switch between the options.
• 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.
TAPE SPEED
You can select a preferred tape speed for recording. The speed you
select appears in the display panel and in the timer and VCR Plus+
recording menus. Press6 to switch between SPand SLP.
You can override the preferred tape speed:
• Pressthe SPEEDbutton on the remote.
• Set the tape speed in the timer or VCR Plus+ recording menu.
When you turn off the VCR, the tape speed reverts to the one you
have selected.
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 seEh, 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 SBpecial effects such
as pause, slow motion, picture se_hr,
and frame advance work well when you
play back tapes recorded in this speed.
Recording Tme
Cassette SP SLP
T-120 2Hr 6Hr
T- 160 2Hr/40Min 8Hr
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