RCA PSVR64 Owner’s Manual

Hooking Up the VCR

del PSVR64

1 Choosing a Hookup 2 Antenna or Cable System Without

a Cable Box Cable System With Cable Box to

Unscramble All Channels

Setting Up the VCR

8-15 Startup

Using the Remote Contro!

16 Component Buttons 17 VCR Function Buttons

18 TV, Cable Box, and Satellite

Receiver Function Buttons

19 Controlling a VCR

Playing a Tape

23 Operating Instructions 28 24 Pause for Stop-Action 28

24 Slow Motion 29

24 Automatic Tracking 24 Manual Tracking 29 25 Picture Search 30

25-26 Variable Speed Picture Search and 30

Frame Advance 31 27 Auto Play Feature 31 27 Auto Repeat Feature

Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels

5-6

RCA DSS ® Satellite Receiver

Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes

Controlling a TV

Controlling a Cable Box or an RCA DSS '_ Satellite Receiver

Controlling an RCA Auxiliary Component

DISPLAY Button Time Counter

Tape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature

Pro-Tect Plus TM Locking

Index Search Time Search Zero Search

Blank Search

COMMERCIAL_)ADVANCE TM Feature

32-33 Recording and Playback

Recording a Program

Basic Recording 42

Recording Features

36-40

Recording While You're Away 43

(VCR Plus+ and Timer) 44

Express Recording (XPR)

_eference Sect_or_

Controls (Front Panel, Back Panel, 52

45-47

and Display Panel) 52

48-50

Troubleshootin_ Guide 53

Questions and Answers About 54-57 COMMERCIAL,)'ADVANCE TM

Recording Broadcast Stereo TV

or SAP Recording Audio Only

Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes

Specifications

Cleaning the VCR

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VCR Plus+ and mer Recording Quick Reference

This quick reference outlines the procedures for setting up your VCR to record a program while you a_e away. Belo_ e the VCR is set up for VCR Plus+ programming, make sure a VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned for each broadcast or

cable channel.

VCR Plus+ Programming

1. Press MENU.PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 1 to select VCR Plus+.

3. Enter the VCR Plus+ Code number.

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4. Press MENUoPROG.

5. Choose how often you want to record the program.

6. Press MENU*PROG.

7. Select arecording speed by pressing SPEED.

8. Press MENU°PROG to enter your program.

9. Turn off the VCR before recording time.

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1. Pzess MENU°PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 2 to select the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.

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

5. Enter the channel number, start time (including AM or PM), end

3. Press 1 to display Create a New Program menu.

time, start date, and recording speed of the recording.

6. Press MENU°PROG to enter your program.

7. Turn off the VCR before recording begins.

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Important Information

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do

not expose this VCR to rain or moisture.

Cautions

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. ATTENTION: Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la

fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq_ au fond.

Do not defeat the safety feature of the plug. The wide blade fits into the wall socket only one way. If you need an extension cord, make sure it matches the plug of the VCR.

For U.S.A. -- Operate VCR only on 120 volts, 60Hz AC power (normal house power). FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may

void the user's authority to operate it.

Note To Cable TV Installer

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

O_B_'m_SHOCKREFERSERVICING TO QUALIFIEDSERVICE PERSONNEL.

DO NOT OPEN

A This symbol indicates _ This symbol indicates important

COVER(OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLEPARTS INSIDE.

"dangerous voltage" inside the _k instructions accompanying the

product that presents a risk of product. electric shock or personal injury.

needed.

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.

Hooking Up the VCR

The hookups on pages 2 through 7 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B and C).

The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.

The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a monitor/receiver (TV with audio and video jacks). This connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of

operation.

Choosing a Hookup

Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.

1. How do you receive your TV signals? Choose one answer from below.

A. Outside antenna - Turn to page 2.

B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna - Turn to page 2.

C. Cable System - Go to question 2.

D. RCA brand DSS® Satellite System and another source (A, B, C) - Go to question 3.

Hooking Up the VCR

2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have? Choose one answer from below.

A. Cable without a box - Turn to page 2.

B. Cable box to unscramble all the channels - Turn to page 3.

C. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc. - Turn to page 4.

*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.

3. What type of RCA DSS ® satellite system do you have? Choose one answer from below.

A. Satellite receiver connected to "IV without audio/video inputs - Turn to page 5.

B. Basic satellite receiver connected to TV with audio/video inputs - Turn to page 6.

C. Deluxe satellite receiver connected to TV with audio/video inputs - Turn to page 6.

Optional Hookups

How to Hook Up Two VCRs for Copying Tapes

1. Select a hookup by answering the questions above.

2. Then modify the connections as shown on page 7.

DSS® is a registered trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of Hughes Electronics Corporation.

Hooking Up the VCR

Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box

Basic Hookup

Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories.

Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

Tune the TV to this channel and use the

TV,VCR button to watch the VCR.

2. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional

accessories not provided.

3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.

4. Go to page 8 for VCR setup information.

Advanced Hookup

From Antenna

or Cable

3_0/75 Ohm

Adapter Back of VCR

Use this hookup for slightly improved picture

quality, hi-fi stereo playback, and more convenient operation -- use of TV-VCR button not required.

1. Connect as shown.

This connection requires additional accessories not provided.

If your TV is not stereo, a Y-adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels.

Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.

Go to page 8 for VCR setup information. You will tune the TV to its video input to

watch the VCR. Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF.

(See page 15.)

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Back of TV

Adapter or Cable

Cable System with Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels

Position Cable Box

Position the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR. You may need to position it at

different angles before the VCR can control it. Make sure the cable box does not cover the

transmitting window on top of the VCR.

Basic Hookup

Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories.

1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TV.VCR button to watch the VCR.

o Connect as shown.

This connection may require additional accessories not provided.

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3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box.

4. Go toPpage 8 for VCR setup information.

Advanced Hookup

Use this hookup for slightly improved picture quality, hi-fi stereo playback, and more convenient

operation -- use of TV• VCR button not required.

1. Connect as shown. This connection requires additional

accessories not provided. If your TV is not stereo, a Y-adapter may be

required to hear sound from both channels.

2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box.

3. Go to page 8 for VCR setup information.

You will tune the TV to its video input to watch the VCR.

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Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See

page 15.

Back of TV

Hooking Up the VCR

Cable System with Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels

(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)

Position Cable Box

Position the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR. You may need to position it at

different angles before the VCR can control it. Make sure the cable box does not cover the

transmitting window on top of the VCR.

Basic Hookup

Use this hookup for a simple connection which

requires fewer accessories.

1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to

• either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use

the TVeVCR button to watch the VCR.

Connect as shown. This connection may require additional

accessories not provided.

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Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box.

4. Go to page 8 for VCR setup information.

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Advanced Hookup

Use this hookup for slightly improved picture quality, hi-fi stereo playback, and more convenient

operation _ use of TV.VCR button not required.

Connect as shown.

This co.nnection requires additional accessories not provided.

If your TV is not stereo, a Y-adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels.

Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box.

Go to page 8 for VCR setup information. You will tune the TV to its video input to

watch the VCR. All pay channels are viewed through the VCR.

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RCA DSS® Satellite Receiver

Position RCA DSS ® Receiver

Position the receiver on top of the VCR. You may need to position it at different angles before the

VCR can control it. Make sure the receiver does not cover the transmitting window on top of the

VCR.

RCADSS® Satellite Receiver

Do not stack electronic components or other objects on top of the RCA DSS ® receiver. The slots

on top of the receiver must be left uncovered to

allow proper airflow to the unit. Blocking the airflow to the unit could impair performance or damage your receiver and other components.

Also, do not stack the RCA DSS® receiver on top of a "hot component" such as an audio power

amplifier.

Basic Hookup

Use this hookup if your TV does not have audio/video jacks.

1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of satellite receiver to either channel 3 or 4.

You will tune the VCR to this channel or its line input (L1) to record from the receiver.

To watch the satellite receiver, turn off the VCR.

If you want to watch or record the signal from your antenna, cable, or cable box, make

sure the satellite receiver is turned off.

2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TVoVCR button to watch the VCR.

3. Connect as shown.

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This connection may require additional accessories not provided.

4. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and

receiver.

5.' Go to page 8 for VCR setup.

Back of TV

Hooking Up the VCR

RCA DSS Satellite Receiver

Advanced Hookup with Basic

Receiver

Use this hookup if your TV has audio/video jacks and your receiver has one set of AUDIO/VIDEO

jacks.

Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of receiver to either channel 3 or 4.

You will tune the VCR to this channel to record from the satellite receiver.

To watch the satellite receiver, tune your TV

to its video input channel. If you want to watch or record the signal

from your antenna, cable, or cable box, make sure the satellite receiver is turned off.

Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of receiver

to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the TV to this channel and use

the TV*VCR button to watch the VCR.

3. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional

accessories not provided.

4. Plug. in power cords of VCR, TV, and receiver.

5. Go to page 8 for VCR setup information.

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Advanced Hookup with Deluxe

Receiver

Use this hookup if your TV has audio/video jacks and your receiver has two sets of AUDIO/VIDEO

jacks.

1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of receiver to either channel 3 or 4.

You will tune the TV to this channel and use the TV*VCR button to watch the VCR.

To record from the satellite receiver, you will tune the VCR to its line input (L 1).

To watch the satellite receiver, tune your TV to its video input channel.

2. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional

accessories not provided.

3. Plug. in power cords of VCR, "rv, and receiver.

4. Go to page 8 for VCR setup information.

Back of Satellite Receiver

MONO /ANTENNA

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Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes

Basic Hookup

Use this hookup for a simple connection which

requires fewer accessories.

Select a hookup from pages 2 - 6, and then modify with this connection.

Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback

VCR to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the recording VCR to this

channel to receive the signal from the playback VCR.

3. Connect as shown. This connection may require additional

accessories not provided.

4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

5. Go to page 8 for VCR setup information.

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Advanced Hookup

Use this hookup for slightly improved copy quality arid more convenient operation --use of

TV .VCR button not required.

Select a hookup from pages 2 - 6, and then

modify with this connection.

Connect as shown.

This connection requires additional accessories not provided.

If your other VCR is not stereo, plug it into the AUDIO L MONO jack of this VCR to

hear sound from both channels.

3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

Go to page 8 for VCR setup information. You will select the line input (audio/video)

on the recording VCR to receive the signal

from the playback VCR.

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Setting Up the VCR

Now that you have properly connected the TV and VCR, you are ready to set up the VCR to meet your personal needs. This section discusses the basic setup necessary for your VCR to operate properly.

Startup

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Setting Up the VCR

Use the On-Screen Menu System

Point and Select is the method you use to move through the menu system. There are two ways to select (or change) a menu or feature. Although there are two ways to access the menu system, only the number buttons are referenced

throughout this manual to explain the VCR features and operations.

Using.the Number Buttons

Press MENU.PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU. Then use the number button on the remote that corresponds to the number on the menu to select (or change) an item. Using the number button allows you to point and select a menu

item at the same time.

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Using the Arrow Buttons

Press MENU-PROG on the remote or MENU on the VCR to display the VCR MAIN MENU. Then use the/x or _ arrow button to point to a menu or item. Press

MENUePROG on the remote or MENU on the VCR to select (or change) the item. The left and right arrow buttons move from one location to another. Use these

buttons to select a function such as minutes or hours during clock set. Then use the

up and down arrows to change.

Turn On the TV

1. Turn on the TV.

2. If you use one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.

If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV's video input.

(See TV owner's manual for details.)

Turn On the VCR

1. PressVCR1 on the remote.

The first time you turn on the VCR, the SETUP menu will appear. Follow the steps on the screen to automatically set-up the cable box or RCA DSS ® satellite

receiver, auto channel search, automatically set the time, and select some feature options.

! Press number button I on the remote to Begin setup. Proceed to Auto

Cable/DSS Box Setup.

• Press number button 2 on the remote to Cancel the setup.

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2 Cancel

If you choose not to use the SETUP menu, follow the steps in this section to manually set up the VCR so it will operate properly.

If you skip auto channel search during setup the auto clock set feature will not be performed.

If the SETUP menu does not appear or you prefer, you can manually select the

SETUP menu. Each of these features (except the automatic clock set) may also be performed individually.

To manually select the SETUP menu.

• Press MENU.PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

• Press 5 to display the SETUP menu.

Startu p

Auto Cable/DSS Box Setup

The cable/DSS box setup allows the VCR to record programs from the cable box or RCA DSS® receiver.

• If your cable box can be controlled by a remote, the VCR may be able to tune it to the channel you want to record during VCR Plus+ and timer recordings. Position

the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR to receive the infrared remote signal. (See pages 3-4.)

• The VCR will turn on an RCA DSS® receiver and tune it to the channel you want to record during timer recordings. Position the receiver on top of the VCR to receive the infrared remote signal. (See pages 5-7.)

1. Cable box or satellite receiver not used for all channels: Press 2. You are finished with Cable Box Setup. Skip to Auto Channel Search and

Auto Clock Set. Cable box or RCA DSS ® receiver used for all channels:

Press 1 to continue.

2. Press two numbers on the remote to enter the output channel of your cable box or satellite receiver. Press 0 before a single-digit number. Valid numbers are 01 - 99.

Ifyou connected your cable box or satellite receiver to the VCR using the box's AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks, press INPUT to select the VIDEO1 or VIDEO2 option.

Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.

3. Press MENU°PROG to proceed. The VCR now automatically enters the output channel of your cable box or

satellite receiver as the channel to be recorded in the VCR PLUS+ and Timer Recordings menus,

4. Press MENU°PROG to proceed.

5. Manually Controlled Cable Box: You are finished with cable box setup. Press MENU °PROG to exit. Proceed to Auto Channel Search and Auto Clock Set.

RCA DSS ® Receiver or Remote Controlled Cable Box:

• RCA DSS® Receiver: Enter 00 for the code. The receiver should turn on and tune to channel 200.

The VCR will now tune your receiver to the correct channel during timer recordings. - - - DSS will appear for the channel in the timer program menu.

Auto clock set is not supported by DSS. Proceed to Manual Clock Set, and manually set the clock.

Remote Controlled Cable Box: Enter your cable box code from the chart on page 21 and follow the on-screen directions.

The VCR changes the cable box from channel 02 to channel 09 when you enter the

correct code for your cable box. If the cable box changes channels, press 1. Proceed to Auto Channel Search and

Auto Clock Set. If none of the codes work, try repositioning the cable box and entering the codes

again. If the codes still do not work, this VCR cannot control your cable box during timer recordings or automatically set the clock. Press MENU,PROG.

Proceed to Auto Channel Search andAuto Clock Set.

SETUP

Is a cabLe box or DSS receiver being used

with the VCR'foP aLL

channels?

2 No, skip this step

Enter the output channel of the cable box or DSS receiver.

Press 01-99 or INPUT Press RENU to exit

Did the DSS receiver

turn on end tune to channel 200?

1 YES, setup complete 2 NO, try another code

PLease turn on the cabLe box and tune it to channel 2.

Press MENU to proceed

Did the cable box tune to channeL 9?

2 NO, try another code |

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CABLE/DSS BOX SETUP

The V£R wiLL now receive eLL channels from the

cable box or DSS receiver on VCR Ch 03

Press RENU to proceed

CABLE/DSS BOX SETUP

Enter the code for your cabLe box or DSS

receiver from the List in your U___r's Ranual.

Press RENU to proceed

CABLE/DSS BOX SETUP

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Setting Up the VCR

Manual Cable Box Setup

If you ever want to manually set up the cable box:

1. Press MENU.PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

2. Press 4 to select CHANNELS menu.

3. Press 4 to select Cable/DSS Setup.

4. Perform steps 1-5 as shown in Auto Cable/DSS Box Setup.

Auto Channel Search and Auto Clock Set

Follow the steps on the screen to auto channel search and automatically set the clock.* You can also perform each of these operations separately from the VCR MAIN MENU.

RCA DSS ® Receiver: If you receive all channels through an RCA DSS® satellite receiver, set the clock manual!y.

Cable Box: The VCR will proceedto automatic clock set.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR PLus+ 2 Timer Recordings

3 Ti me

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels

3 Signal Type: CABLE 5 VCR Plus+ Channel List

0 Exit

SET TIME ZONE

What is your time zone? 1 Eastern

2 Central 3 Mountain

4 Pacific 5 ALaska

6 Hawaii

7 Don't know

Press MENU to continue

No Cable Box: Follow the directions on the screen to automatically auto search channels and set the clock using the Coordinated Universal Time information

transmitted by some broadcast stations.

If the SET TIME ZONE screen appears, follow these steps to place the channels in the

VCR's memory and set the clock.

1°

Press a number (1-6) on the remote corresponding to the "standard" time zone

you live in. If you do not know your time zone, press 7 and an automatic setting will be made.

If you select Don't know for your time zone, the VCR will set the clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time information it finds. If the time is not correct,

select a time zone or set the clock manually.

2. Set daylight savings. When the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen appears, press I if your area observes daylight savings time from April to October, or press 2 if it does not. If you do not know, press 3.

3. Press 1VIENUopROG on the remote if all antenna or cable connections are completed. The auto channel search will be performed, followed by automatic

clock set.

If The Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful message appears, then set the clock manually. The clock must be set before you can use the VCR Plus+ or timer

recording feature.

If you receive all channels through a cable box, the VCR will not reset the clock after a power outage unless the cable box is set to the channel carrying the

broadcast signal. (Call your local cable operator to find Out what channel carries the broadcast signal.)

*Signal might not be available in some areas.

SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS

Does your area observe Daylight Savings Time from APRIL to OCTOBER?

I Yes, DST is observed 2 No

3 Don't know Press MENU to continue

SETUP

Now scanning channel 14

Press any key to cancet

The VCR is now setting the clock, This may

take several minutes.

Press MENU to cancel

Manual Channel Search

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If you ever need to manually Auto Channel Search because you change cable or antenna signals:

1. Press MENU-PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. If this menu does not appear:

• Make sure TV is tuned to same channel as the CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the VCR or the TV's video input (refer to TV's manual).

• Press VCR1, then press MENUoPROG again.

• If you use a basic hookup, check VCR indicator in display panel - it should be on. Press TV •VCR to turn it on.

• Check the connections.

2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.

3. Press I to begin Auto Channel Search.

The VCR automatically selects CABLE (cable TV) or ANTENNA. Ifyou need to change the setting manually, press 3. •

Manual Clock Set

If the auto clock set was unsuccessful or you want to manually set the clock, follow the steps below.

VCR MAIN MENU j

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3 Time

CHANNELS

2 Add/Remove ChanneLs

SignaL Type: CABLE

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If you set the clock manually during setup, Auto Clock Set will be set to OFF.

1. Press MENU°PROG on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

2. Press 3 to point and select the TIME menu.

3. Press I to display Set Time and Date.

4. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the remote.

• Press 0 before single-digit numbers. Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7 for a time of 5:07. Press 1 for

AM or 2 for PM.

l Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.

5. Press MENU °PROG on remote to remove SET CLOCK from the TV screen and start the clock. The time will appear in the VCR's display

panel and the time and date will appear on the TV screen when you press DISPLAY.

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Setting Up the VCR

SetupVCR Plus+ Channels

The VCR must be setup with the VCR Plus+ channels before you can record using VCR Plus+. This can be done now or at a later time. Details are on page 36.

Program VCR for VCR1 or VCR2oLD Button

You can program this VCR to respond to the VCR1 or VCR2 eLD button on the remote. Details are on page 19.

Remember you must press VCRi or VCR2eLD on the remote -- whichever you selected

in the menu m before the remote will operate this VCR.

Add or Remove Channels from the VCR's Memory

You may want to add or remove channels if some of the channels are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want to watch them.

We recommend channels be placed in memory using the Auto Channel Search feature described earlier before adding or removing channels. Channels 2-13, L1, and L2 are preset at the factory.

1. Press VCR1 on the remote.

2. Press MENUopROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

3. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.

4. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS menu.

5. Follow the directions on the screen.

6. Add or remove more channels by entering channel numbers or using CHAN

up or down.

VCR MAIN MENU

I VCR PLus+

2 Timer Recordings 3 Time

CHANNELS

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ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS

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Press CLEAR to remove Press MENU to exit

Use TVaVCR Button

Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.

When using one of the basic hookups, the TV aVCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture from the TV channel. This button lets you

record a program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV. (Details are

on page 34.)

1. Press VCR1 to set the remote to control the VCR.

2. Make sure the VCRindicator appears in the display panel. If it does not appear, press TV.VCR.

3. Press CHANNEL up or down on the VCR or CHAN on VCR's remote to change channels on the VCR.

The channel number changes in the display panel.

Press TV.VCR to see the TV channels. The VCRindicator does not light in the display panel. Change channels using the

TV's remote.

5. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel -- CH3 or CH4.

6. Press VCR1, then TV • VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.

Startup

Set Auto TV/VCR Feature

If you used one of the basic hookups and did not connect the audio/video jacks of the VCR to the TV, leave the Auto TV/VCR feature set to ON.

If you have connected your VCR using the audio/video input of your TV, you can

prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically and interrupting the cable or antenna signal to your TV.

1. Press MENU.PROG on remote to see VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

Press 6 to display PREFERENCES.

Press 3 to select Auto TV/VCR: ON or OFF, Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch your VCR on channel 3

or 4 of your TV. The VCR will automatically switch the TVaVCR setting to VCR every time the VCR is turned on, a tape with the safety tab removed is inserted, or you press PLAY.

Select OFF if you used one of the advanced hookups and watch your VCR on the video input channel of your TV. The V CR indicator will not turn on automatically

and the signal from your antenna or cable to your TV will not be interrupted. Pressing TVaVCR on the remote will still turn the VCR indicator on or off and

switch the antenna signal.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR PLus+

2 Timer Recordings

3 Time 4 Channels

PREFERENCES

Remote Control: VCR1

4 Panel Display: AUTO

5 CF Marking: ON 6 CF PLayback: AUTO

7 CF Display: BLUE

8 Set Auto Repeat 0 Exit

Using the Remote Control

This section discusses the buttons and features of the remote control, including the following:

• Component Buttons • Controlling the VCR

• VCR Function Buttons • Controlling a TV

• TV Function Buttons • Controlling a Cable Box or an RCA DSS ® Receiver

• Cable Box or RCA DSS® Satellite • Controlling an RCA Auxiliary Component Receiver Function Buttons

Component Buttons

Press one of the following buttons .to set the remote to operate that component:

AUX (Auxiliary)

Used with POWER button to turn on compatible RCA audio component. (See page 22.)

DSS.CABLE

Turns on a compatible RCA cable box or RCA DSS ® satellite receiver. (See page 21.)

Used with POWER button to turn on another brand of cable box, other than RCA, when the remote is programmed to

control that cable box. (See page 21.)

Turns on a compatible ProScan, RCA, or GE TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Used with POWER button to turn on another brand of TV, other than ProScan, when the remote is programmed to control that TV. (See page 20.)

VCR1

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

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VCR2- LD T.twns on a compatible ProScan, RCA, orGE VCR and sets

remote to control VCR when it has been setup. (See page 19.) Used with POWER button to turn on compatible ProScan or

RCA laserdisc player.

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