RCA T13066 User Manual
USER’S
GUIDE
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Important Information
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or
electric shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture.
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante
de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your
product for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.
If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods,
they may be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such images
include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage
is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels
displaying these images should be avoided.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the product.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article
820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if
needed.
Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the
serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product.
Model No. _________________________________________________________
Serial No. _________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: __________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________
G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode, and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
The GUIDE Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Index Systems Inc.
Thomson Consumer Electronics and Gemstar are not in any way liable for the accuracy of the program information
provided by the GUIDE Plus+ System. In no event shall Thomson Consumer Electronics or Gemstar be liable for any
amount representing loss of profits, loss of business, or indirect, special, or consequential damages in connection with
the provision or use of any information equipment, or services relating to the GUIDE Plus+ System.
Table of Contents
Setup and Connections .......................................................... 3
Step 1: Unpack the TV/VCR and Remote Control ...........................4
Step 2: Insert Batteries in the Remote ............................................ 4
Step 3: Place your TV/VCR on a Stable Surface ............................... 4
Step 4: Choose a Hookup .................................................................4
How to Hook Up a VCR or Camcorder ..................................... 5
Connection A: Attaching to a Dipole Antenna
(With No Cable Box) ............................................................. 5
Connection B: Attaching to an Outside Antenna,
Set-top Antenna, or Cable System (With No Cable Box) .. 5
Connection C: Attaching to a Cable Box Required to
Unscramble All Channels .................................................... 6
Connection D: Attaching to a Cable Box Required to
Unscramble Premium Channels Only ................................6
Connection E: Attaching to a VCR for Copying Tapes .............7
Connection F: Attaching a Camcorder for Copying Tapes ...... 7
Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable ................................................... 8
Find the Remote Control Sensor ............................................... 8
Step 6: Plug in the TV/VCR ............................................................... 9
Step 7: Turn on the TV/VCR.............................................................. 9
Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+ System........................................... 9
Step 9: Set Up the Rest of the TV/VCR .......................................... 12
Select the Language ................................................................ 12
Put Channels into Memory (Auto Channel Search) ...............12
Set the Signal Type (Optional) ................................................ 13
Add or Remove Channels from the TV/VCR’s Memory.......... 13
Set the Time and Date (Clock)................................................. 14
Using the Remote..................................................................... 15
Remote Control Buttons ................................................................ 16
Programming the Remote ............................................................. 18
Using the Remote to Control a Device ...................................19
Modes of Operation ................................................................ 19
Operating Instructions....................................................... 21
How to Play a Tape......................................................................... 22
Using the Playback Features .......................................................... 23
Recording Features ........................................................................ 28
Basic Recording ........................................................................29
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Table of Contents
Express Recording ....................................................................29
Timer Recording....................................................................... 30
Copying and Editing Tapes ......................................................31
Features and Controls.........................................................33
Using On-Screen Displays............................................................... 34
Calling Up On-Screen Displays ................................................ 34
Adjusting the Video................................................................. 34
About Closed Captioning .............................................................. 35
To View Closed Captions ......................................................... 35
Using Sleep Timer........................................................................... 36
Wake-Up Timer ........................................................................36
Parental Controls and V-Chip ........................................................38
Setting TV Rating Limits ..........................................................39
Blocking Age-Based Ratings ............................................. 40
Viewing Age-Based Ratings ..............................................40
Blocking Specific Content Themes ................................... 41
Viewing Specific Content Themes .................................... 41
Setting Movie Rating Limits ....................................................42
Blocking Movie Ratings..................................................... 42
Viewing Movie Ratings ..................................................... 42
Blocking Unrated TV Programs ...............................................43
Lock/Unlock Parental Controls ...................................................... 43
Using the GUIDE PIus+ System....................................................... 44
Getting In & Out of the GUIDE PIus+ System ......................... 45
Downloading Data .................................................................. 45
Channel Mapping .................................................................... 45
The Different GUIDE Plus+ System Menus ............................. 45
Grid Guide ................................................................................45
Sort ........................................................................................... 47
Reference..................................................................................... 51
Front Panel ..................................................................................... 52
Back Panel....................................................................................... 53
Troubleshooting ............................................................................. 53
Cleaning the TV/VCR ......................................................................56
Limited Warranty ........................................................................... 57
Index ............................................................................................... 61
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Setup and Connections
Getting started
This manu al is designed t o get y ou st arted quickl y.
The first sections of the manual show you how to get
set up and connected, program the remote, and use
your TV/VCR. It also guides you through all of the
menus, features, and controls of your TV/VCR.
The reference section in the back of the book
contains troubleshooting tips, care and cleaning
instructions, accessory ordering information, and your
warranty.
Well… if y our T V/VCR’ s out o f the bo x, let ’s get
started.
Setup and connections
1
➣➣➣
Using the Remote
2
Operating Instructions
Using the remote
3
3
Using the Menu System
Features and Controls
4
Reference
5
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3
Setup and Connections
Step 1: Unpack the TV/VCR and
remote control
Contact your dealer if your remote control is missing.
Step 2: Insert batteries in the
remote
1. Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the
remote.
2. Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are
aligned correctly.
3. Replace the cover.
Step 3: Place your TV/VCR on a
stable surface
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the
TV/VCR, take care in selecting a surface or stand on which to place your
product and when moving or carrying it. Use a stable surface
or a strong steady stand and a location where the TV/VCR cannot
be tipped over or easily pulled off, particularly by children. Do not
attempt to carry or move this product with one hand. Grasp the TV/VCR
with both hands with the TV front against your body to prevent it from
slipping out of your grasp.
ON•OFF
DVD
AUX
VCR2
MUTE SEARCH
CH
+
VOL
CH
GUIDE INFO
OK
MENU CLEAR
123
456
789
INPUT
ANTENNA
0
REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
REC•VCR+
STOP PAUSE
- TRACKING + EDIT FR. ADV
TVVCR1
SAT•CABLE
VOL
GO BACKSPEED
Step 4: Choose a Hookup
Answer the questions to choose the appropriate hookup for your
TV/VCR.
1. How does your TV/VCR receive signals?
Choose one answer from below.
• Dipole antenna – Use Connection A.
• Outside antenna – Use Connection B.
• Cable System – Go to question 2.
2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?
Choose one answer from below.
• Cable without a box – Use Connection B.
• Cable box to unscramble all channels – Use Connection C.
• Cable box to unscramble only premium channels, such as HBO,
Showtime, Cinemax, etc. – Use Connection D.
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.
4
G-LINK Cable
Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided)
when you’re getting ready to set up your
TV/VCR. You need to use this cable to
connect your TV/VCR to your cable box
(if you have one) in order for all of the
features of the program guide to work
properly.
Setup and Connections
IN FROM
ANTENNA
AUDIO
INPUT
VIDEO
Back of TV/VCR
Antenna
Adapter
Antenna
Mixers
Match Your Type of Antenna or Cable
or or or
G-LINK
IN FROM
ANTENNA
AUDIO
INPUT
VIDEO
Antenna Adapter
Twin-Lead Ends
Antenna Slot
Antenna Base
G-LINK
HOW TO Hook up a VCR or Camcorder
To hook up a VCR or camcorder for copying tapes, use Connection E or F.
Connection A:
Attaching to a Dipole Antenna (With No Cable Box)
Follow these steps to connect a dipole antenna to your TV/VCR. Do not
connect a dipole antenna if you plan to connect a different type of
indoor or outdoor antenna or cable system. Optional accessories may be
required for this connection.
1. Insert the antenna base into the slot on the back of your TV/VCR.
2. Connect the twin-lead ends of the antenna to the screw terminals of
an antenna adapter.
3. Connect an antenna adapter to the IN FROM ANTENNA jack on the
back of the TV/VCR.
4. Plug the TV/VCR power cord into the back of the TV/VCR.
5. Go to “Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.”
Once you have plugged in your TV/VCR, adjust the length and position
of the antenna rods for the best reception. For viewing VHF channels,
extend the rods fully. For UHF viewing, shorten the rods.
Connection B:
Attaching to an Outside Antenna, Set-top Antenna, or
Cable System (With No Cable Box)
1. Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this
connection.
2. Plug the TV/VCR power cord into the back of the TV/VCR.
3. Go to “Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.”
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Setup and Connections
Connection C:
Attaching to a Cable Box Required to Unscramble All
Channels
1. Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this
connection.
2. Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box.
3. Go to “Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.”
Connection D:
Attaching to a Cable Box Required to Unscramble
Premium Channels Only
1. Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this
connection.
2. Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box.
3. Place the A-B switch in the B position to watch premium channels.
Place the A-B switch in the A position to watch other channels when
cable box is not needed.
Cable from Cable System
Back of TV/VCR
IN FROM
ANTENNA
INPUT
AUDIO
VIDEO
Cable Box
OUTIN
Coaxial Cable
G-LINK
4. Go to “Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.”
Cable from Cable System
Antenna Splitter
B
A
Coaxial Cables
A-B Switch
Cable Box
Back of TV/VCR
IN FROM
ANTENNA
INPUT
AUDIO
VIDEO
OUTIN
G-LINK
In order for the cable box to properly
work with your TV/VCR, you must
complete “Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+
System,” later in this section.
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Coaxial Cable
Setup and Connections
Connection E:
Attaching to a VCR for Copying Tapes
1. Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this
connection.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV/VCR.
3. For further instructions, see the section “Copying and
Editing Tapes.”
Press 00 on the remote to select the line (audio/video) inputs on the
TV/VCR to receive the signal from the VCR.
If your VCR has stereo AUDIO OUT jacks, connect the audio cable to the
jack labeled MONO. If neither jack is labeled MONO, you may need a
Y-adapter to hear both channels.
Connection F:
Attaching a Camcorder for Copying Tapes
1. Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this
connection.
2. Plug in TV/VCR’s power cord.
VCR (Playback Only)
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
AUDIO
IN
INPUT
VIDEO
Audio/Video
Cables
IN FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
G-LINK
VIDEOAUDIO
IN
OUT
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
Optional
TV/VCR
(Recording Only)
The unauthorized recording of television
programs and other materials may
infringe upon the rights of others.
3. For further instructions, see the section “Copying and
Editing Tapes.”
Press 00 on the remote to select the line (audio/video) inputs on the
TV/VCR to receive the signal from the camcorder.
If your camcorder has stereo AUDIO OUT jacks, you may need a
Y-adapter to hear both channels.
INPUT
AUDIO
TV/VCR
(Recording Only)
VIDEO
White
Audio
Plug
IN FROM
ANTENNA
G-LINK
Yellow
Video
Plug
Audio/Video
Cable
L
E
N
S
C
O
V
E
R
R
EDIT
C
V
ER
POW
OFF
A
R
E
M
A
C
AUDIO
RF
VIDEO
Camcorder (Playback Only)
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
Optional
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Setup and Connections
03
CHANNEL
SENSOR
Connect to G-LINK jack
on the back of the TV/VCR.
Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable
This is an important step because the G-LINK cable enables your TV/VCR
and the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen guide that lists what shows
are on TV) to work with your cable box. The G-LINK cable will not work
until the GUIDE Plus+ system is set up. (Setting up the GUIDE Plus+
system is explained in “Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+ System,” later in
this section.)
If you do not have a cable box, you do not have to connect the cable. If
your TV is connected to a cable box, you must connect the G-LINK cable
to your cable control box, complete the TV/VCR menu setup, and
activate auto-programming. Unless you complete these steps, no
channels will be listed in the on-screen program guide and your TV will
not work properly.
Find the Remote Control Sensor
You have to attach the G-LINK cable’s end to the remote control sensor
on the cable box. Some cable boxes have a label attached to it that
identifies the remote control sensor. If the remote sensor isn’t labeled on
your cable box, you need to use the remote control that came with the
cable box to locate the sensor. To do this:
Note that you must remove the demo pin
from the G-LINK jack on the back of the
TV/VCR before inserting the G-LINK cable.
1. Turn off the cable box.
2. Hold the remote control (not the one that came with your TV/VCR,
but the one that came with the cable box) so it is touching the
front of the component.
3. Slowly move the remote control across the front of the cable box
while you press the power button on and off. You must press and
release the power button each time you move the remote (holding
down the button won’t work).
CABLE BOX
CHANNEL
03
4. When the cable box turns on, you’ve located the remote control
sensor.
5. Attach the end of the G-LINK cable to your cable box (see
instructions below).
Tip
You may want to use a piece of clear
plastic tape to temporarily affix the G-LINK
cable end until you have completed the
connection. That way you can easily move
it if you have not placed it correctly over
the sensor.
Attach the End to the Cable Box
Attach the end of the G-LINK cable to your cable box as shown in the
illustration to the right.
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Setup and Connections
Step 6: Plug in the TV/VCR
Plug the power cord into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of
the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug
completely.
Step 7: Turn on the TV/VCR
Press POWER on the front of the TV/VCR or press TV or VCR on the
remote. The indicator in the POWER button on the front of the TV/VCR
will light when the TV/VCR is on.
The first time you turn on the TV/VCR, you will be asked to set up the
GUIDE Plus+ system.
Step 8: Set up the GUIDE PIUS+ System
You can set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your local program
listings and control your cable box. If you are using a cable box and do
not set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, your TV/VCR will not work properly.
The GUIDE Plus+ Setup appears when you turn on your TV/VCR for the
first time.
• The GUIDE Plus+ system is the on-screen guide that lists what shows
are on TV in your area. In order to get program information, you
need to set up the GUIDE Plus+ information.
• The G-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your TV/VCR,
and the other end must be attached to your cable box (if you have
one) in order for the GUIDE Plus+ Setup to work.
If you move or if any of your information
changes:
1. Return to the GUIDE Plus+ setup and
reinitialize the setup to indicate that
you are no longer using a cable box.
(You must clear the previous channel
lock before re-setting the TV/VCR.)
2. Press MENU on the remote to
display the TV/VCR Main Menu.
3. Press 5, then 1 to initiate Auto Channel
Search.
4. When the Auto Channel Search is
complete, press MENU.
5. Press 6, then 1 to create a new setup.
(See “Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+
System,” at left, for more details.)
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Setup and Connections
To complete GUIDE Plus+ setup, the G-LINK cable must be properly
attached to your cable box if you have one. See “Step 5: Connect the
G-LINK Cable,” later in this section.
Select your country and enter your ZIP
or Postal code. For Canada, use
CH ^ and v to select letters.
The next series of screens asks you
about your cable TV setup. If you have
a cable box, you must set the GUIDE
Plus+ system to control it. Otherwise,
it will not be able to locate and
download program information.
Tune your cable box to Channel 2 and
then select the brand of your cable
box from the choices available. The
system then searches for the correct
code to control your cable box. When
your cable box switches to channel 9 it
has located the correct code.
Select Yes if the cable box changed to channel 9, or No if it did not. If you select No, the system will try another code.
If the GUIDE Plus+ system cannot recognize your cable box after several tries, a screen stating “Cable Box test failed...Please
consult your manual and try again” appears. Choose either Try Again or Skip Cable Box Setup. If you get this message, you
should also:
• Double check the brand of your cable box, and try entering it again.
• Check to make sure the G-LINK cable is attached correctly.
If you choose to skip the cable box setup some features of the guide may not be available until you successfully complete
this procedure.
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Setup and Connections
Once the correct model of cable box
has been identified, you need to set
the cable box’s output channel.
Enter the channel you use to view
channels through your cable box—
usually 3 or 4. Consult your cable
box’s instruction book or your cable
company if you are not sure. Choose
0 to use VIDEO INPUT.
The last screen comes up when
you’ve successfully finished the
GUIDE Plus+ setup.
Remember:
• Leave your cable box turned ON to download program
information. Downloading may take 24 hours.
Press OK to leave the GUIDE Plus+ Setup and return to the TV’s Main
Menu. See the section “Features and Controls” for more details about
the GUIDE Plus+ system.
To Get Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System:
• Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the
highlighted channel.
• Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel
displayed in the background.
• Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and go to the last
channel you were watching.
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Setup and Connections
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
1 Screen
2 Time
3 Timer Recordings
4 Parental Controls
5 Setup
6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu
0 Exit
SCREEN
1 Picture Quality
2 Closed Captioning
3 Menu Language: English
(Idioma/Langue)
0 Exit
Step 9: Set Up the rest of the TV/VCR
Select the Language
This feature lets you select English, Spanish, or French as the language
for your on-screen displays.
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.
2. Press 1 to display the Screen menu.
3. Press 3 to toggle the menu language between English, Spanish and
French. The default menu language when you first turn on the
TV/VCR is English.
Put Channels into Memory (Auto Channel Search)
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.
2. Press 5 to display the Setup menu.
3. Press 1 to start Auto Channel Search.
4. Allow the TV/VCR to search for all channels. Pressing any buttons
during Auto Channel Search will stop the search and only some
channels will be in the TV/VCR’s memory. When the search is
finished the TV/VCR will automatically tune to the first channel in
the channel memory list.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
1 Screen
2 Time
3 Timer Recordings
4 Parental Controls
1 Auto Channel Search
5 Setup
2 Add/Remove Channels
6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
3 Auto Repeat
4 Auto Play ON
5 GUIDE Plus+ Setup
0 Exit
6 Signal Type: CABLE
Now scanning channel 14
0 Exit
Press any key to cancel
SETUP
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Setup and Connections
Set the Signal Type (Optional)
Note that if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, Signal Type will
not be available.
The TV/VCR automatically selects the signal type (cable or antenna)
when you run the Auto Channel Search. If you want to change the
signal type, follow the directions below.
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.
2. Press 5 to display the Setup menu.
3. Press 5 to toggle the Signal Type between Antenna and Cable.
• After changing the Signal Type, you may need to re-enter the
channel number you are trying to receive.
• After changing the Signal Type, you may need to run the Auto
Channel Search again.
Add or Remove Channels from the TV/VCR’s Memory
This feature is not available if you are using a cable box and have set
up the GUIDE Plus+ system, regardless of whether or not you use the
GUIDE Plus+ system.
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.
2. Press 5 to display the Setup menu.
3. Press 2 to display the Add/Remove Channels screen.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
1 Screen
2 Time
3 Timer Recordings
4 Parental Controls
1 Auto Channel Search
5 Setup
2 Add/Remove Channels
6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu
3 Auto Repeat
4 Auto Play: ON
5 GUIDE Plus+ Setup
0 Exit
6 Signal Type: CABLE
0 Exit
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
1 Screen
2 Time
3 Timer Recordings
4 Parental Controls
1 Auto Channel Search
5 Setup
2 Add/Remove Channels
6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu
ADD REMOVE CHANNELS
3 Auto Repeat
4 Auto Play ON
Channel 10
5 GUIDE Plus+ Setup
0 Exit
is presently ADDED
6 Signal Type: CABLE
SETUP
SETUP
4. Follow the directions on the screen to add or remove a channel.
5. Add or remove more channels by entering the channel number or
pressing CH ^ or v.
0 Exit
Press CLEAR to remove
Press MENU to exit
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Setup and Connections
Set the Time and Date (Clock)
Note that if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, the Time menu will
not appear. Note that the only time you need to set the clock is when
you’re not using cable (or a cable box). To set the clock:
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.
2. Press 2 to display the Time menu.
3. Press 1 to display the Set Time and Date screen.
4. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the time.
• Press 0 before 1; 0 is added automatically before all other
numbers. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM. Example: For a time of
1:07 PM, press 0, then 1, then 0, then 7, then 2.
5. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the date.
• The day of the week will automatically appear after you enter
the year.
• Press CLEAR on the remote at any time to change incorrect
entries.
6. Press MENU on the remote to start the clock.
To exit and return to TV viewing, follow the on-screen instructions.
To display the time and date, press INFO on the remote.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
1 Screen
2 Time
3 Timer Recordings
4 Parental Controls
5 Setup
1 Sleep Timer
6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu
2 Wake-up Timer
3 Set Time and Date
SET TIME AND DATE
0 Exit
Time --:-- (hh:mm)
0 Exit
Date: --/--/--
Press MENU to cancel
If you have set up the GUIDE Plus+
system, the Time menu will not appear.
TIME
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Using the Remote
Using your Universal Remote
This section defines the buttons of the remote and how to
program it to control other components.
The universal remote can be programmed to control most
brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers, and
cable boxes. If you have an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN
c omponent , y ou pro b abl y don’ t need t o program it a t all.
Setup and connections
1
➣
Using the Remote
2
2
2
➣➣
Operating Instructions
Using the remote
3
3
3
Using the Menu System
Features and Controls
4
4
4
Reference
5
5
Features and Controls
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Using the Remote
Remote Control Buttons
ON•OFF When in TV/VCR mode, turns the TV/VCR on and off. If in
another device mode (VCR, DVD, Satellite, etc.) and programmed, will
turn the device on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds, all
devices that are on will be turned off (this feature only works with most
RCA, GE, and PROSCAN products).
VCR1 Puts the remote in VCR mode.
TV Turns on the TV/VCR and puts the remote in TV/VCR mode.
DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode.
VCR2 Puts the remote in VCR2 mode.
LED (Light Emitting Diode) Indicates programming mode when
programming the remote.
AUX Turns on the component you have programmed it to control.
SAT•CABLE Puts the remote in SAT•CABLE mode. The SAT•CABLE
button will not function properly without first completing the GUIDE
Plus+ system setup procedures.
MUTE Reduces the TV/VCR’s volume to its minimum level. When
pressed again, restores the volume.
SEARCH Advances the tape approximately 60 seconds. Also displays
Index, Zero, and Blank search screens when tape is inserted in the
TV/VCR.
CH ^ and v (Channel Up and Down) Scans up or down through the
channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and
hold to continue changing channels. During tape playback, pressing
CH ^ or v adjusts tracking.
VOL < and > (Volume Down and Up) Decreases or increases the
TV/VCR’s volume.
SPEED (Tape Speed) Selects a recording speed (SP, LP, or SLP). See the
section “Recording Features” for more details, including definitions of
SP, LP, and SLP.
GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.
Light Icon Lights some of the remote buttons. The buttons remain lit
as long as any button is pressed within approximately four seconds of
the last button pressed. The light times out if no buttons are pressed,
which conserves the life of your batteries. If the light times out, simply
press the button to turn it on again.
GUIDE Brings up and exits the GUIDE Plus+ system. In TV and VCR
modes, brings up available on-screen guides (RCA, GE, and PROSCAN
products only).
INFO Brings up channel information that display the TV/VCR’s current
status. Press again to clear the display. Also brings up the time counter
when a tape is inserted.
Arrows Used to point to different items in the menu system. Also used
to adjust the menu controls.
OK Selects highlighted items or returns you to the previous menu.
MENU Displays the TV/VCR Main Menu. Advances to next program
during program review. When in VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM
button.
LED
ON•OFF
DVD
VCR2
MUTE SEARCH
+
CH
VOL
CH
GUIDE INFO
OK
MENU CLEAR
AUX
TVVCR1
SAT•CABLE
VOL
GO BACKSPEED
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INPUT
ANTENNA
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REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
REC•VCR+
- TRACKING + EDIT FR. ADV
STOP PAUSE
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Using the Remote
CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns
you to TV viewing. Also exits the GUIDE Plus+ menu system. Allows
you to change menu entries or clear a timer recording. Resets time
counter to 0:00:00 when displayed.
Number Buttons (0-9) Enters channel numbers, digits for
programming the remote, and time settings directly though the
remote control. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits.
To enter a three-digit channel, press and hold the first digit, release,
then add the second two. For example: to tune to channel 123, press
and hold 1, release, press 2, then 3.
INPUT In TV/VCR mode, press to toggle through the available input
sources (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, current channel).
ANTENNA Functions as TV/VCR button in VCR mode and
TV/receiver button in SAT•CABLE mode.
REVERSE Rewinds the tape when the TV/VCR is stopped. Searches
the picture in reverse during playback.
PLAY Plays a tape.
FORWARD Fast forwards the tape when the TV/VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture in forward motion during playback.
REC•VCR+ Starts TV/VCR recording. Used for express recording.
When in the GUIDE Plus+ system, pressing this button brings up the
one-button recording screen. When not in the GUIDE Plus+ system,
pressing this button will record the program you are currently
viewing; however, if you have set a GUIDE Plus+ system-timed
recording, that recording will interrupt the TV/VCR recording.
STOP Stops functions such as record, play, rewind, fast forward,
and pause.
PAUSE Pauses the tape during playback. Pauses the tape during
recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes.
TRACKING - and + (Tracking Down and Up) Lets you manually
adjust tracking to reduce the streaks that may appear in the picture
during playback.
EDIT Pressing EDIT during playback pauses the tape. Press again to
resume playback. Also, if FR. ADV is pressed, the tape advances
frame-by-frame. One way to resume playback is to press EDIT.
FR. ADV (Frame Advance) Fast forwards the tape through a
commercial when a tape is playing. Advances the tape one video
frame at a time when the tape is paused.
Using the INPUT Button
Use the INPUT button to toggle through the available input sources
and view the component you have connected to the TV/VCR.
1. Press TV to place the remote in TV mode. Make sure that the
component you want to view is turned on.
2. Press INPUT to tune to an available input source.
3. Continue to press INPUT to scroll through the input sources.
Modes of Operation
Because this universal remote can
control several different components
(cable box, another VCR, etc.), it uses
operational modes triggered by the
component buttons. For example if you
want the remote to control the TV/VCR,
you would press the TV button to put
the remote into TV mode before you
could control the TV/VCR.
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Programming the Remote
The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of
remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers, and cable boxes. The
remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN
TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players, and satellite receivers.
Testing the Remote
To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed,
turn a device ON, such as a DVD player, point the remote at the DVD
player, and press the DVD button. Then press ON•OFF or CH ^ or v to see
if the DVD player responds to the remote commands. If not, the remote
needs to be programmed.
Using Automatic Code Search
DVD
VCR2
ON•OFF
AUX
TVVCR1
SAT•CABLE
The following instructions can be used to program the remote to control
each of the devices connected to your TV. If you want to exit the
automatic code search without programming any of your devices, press
and hold CLEAR until the LED turns off.
Note that the automatic code search will not work with the AUX button.
To program the remote using automatic code search:
1. Turn on the device you want to control (VCR, SAT, etc.).
2. Press and hold the button you want to program (VCR1, VCR2, etc.).
While holding the device button, press and hold ON•OFF until the
red light on the remote turns on, then release both buttons.
3. Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the LED stops
flashing.
At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to
program. If, after 5 seconds, the device you want to control does
not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next
set of codes.
Continue pressing PLAY until the device turns off or you have
searched through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If
the device does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the
remote cannot control that particular device.
If the device you want to control does turn off:
1. Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step
until the device turns back on.
MUTE SEARCH
+
CH
VOL
CH
GUIDE INFO
MENU CLEAR
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INPUT
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REVERSE PLAY FORWARD
REC•VCR+
STOP PAUSE
- TRACKING + EDIT FR. ADV
VOL
GO BACKSPEED
OK
ANTENNA
2. To finish, press and hold STOP until the red light on the remote
turns off.
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