RCA T13080, T13080BC User Manual
TV/VCR combination
user's guide
Important Information
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove
RISK OF ELECTRIC cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside.
SHOCK DO NOT OPEN Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
This symbol indicates
"dangerous voltage" inside
the product that presents a
risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
This symbol indicates
important instructions
accompanying the
product.
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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or shock
hazard, do not expose this product to
rain or moisture.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide
blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour 0viter les chocs 01ectriques, introduire la
lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la
prise et pousser jusqt_ au fond.
Cautions
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.
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 this 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. T13080BC
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:
Setting Up the TV/VCR ............................................... 3
Startup .............................................................................................................................. 3
Check Accessories With TV/VCR Combination ........................................................ 3
Insert Batteries in Remote .............................................................................................. 3
Connect the Supplied Antenna, a Home Antenna, or Cable-TV System ............... 4
Place the TV/VCR Where You Want to Operate It .................................................... 4
Power the TV/VCR ........................................................................................................ 4
Power the TV/VCR Using the AC Cord ............................................................. 4
Power the TV/VCR Using the DC Cord ............................................................. 5
Turn on the TV/VCR ..................................................................................................... 6
Set the Clock and Auto Channel Search Automatically. ........................................... 6
Set the Clock Manually .......................................................................................... 7
Add or Remove Channels From the TV/VCR's Memory ........................................ 7
Select a Language/Escoja un Idioma/Choisissez une Langue ............................... 8
Select a Channel and Adjust the Volume .................................................................... 8
Using the Remote Control .......................................... 9
Remote Buttons ............................................................................................................... 9
Using the TV/VCR Features ...................................... 11
To Use the TV/VCR Features ..................................................................................... 11
On-Screen Displays .............................................................................................. 11
To Call Up On-Screen Displays .................................................................. 11
Adjust the Video ................................................................................................... 11
To Select the Picture Mode .......................................................................... 11
To Adjust the Video ...................................................................................... 11
To Reset Picture Controls to the Factory Setting ...................................... 12
Channel Labeling .................................................................................................. 12
To Label the Channel .................................................................................... 12
To Clear a Channel Name ............................................................................ 12
Commercial Skip ................................................................................................... 12
Closed Captions .................................................................................................... 13
To View Closed Captions ............................................................................. 13
Alert Sound ............................................................................................................ 13
Program Guard ..................................................................................................... 14
Wake-Up Timer ..................................................................................................... 14
To Set the Wake-Up Timer ........................................................................... 14
To Cancel the Wake-Up Timer .................................................................... 14
Sleep Timer ............................................................................................................ 15
Playing a Tape .......................................................... 16
To Play a Tape ................................................................................................................ 16
Dew-Detection System ......................................................................................... 16
To Use the Playback Features ...................................................................................... 17
Pause ....................................................................................................................... 17
Frame Advance ..................................................................................................... 17
Picture Search ........................................................................................................ 17
Slow Motion .......................................................................................................... 17
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Tracking .................................................................................................................. 18
Automatic Tracking ...................................................................................... 18
Manual Tracking ........................................................................................... 18
Time Counter ......................................................................................................... 18
Auto Play Feature ................................................................................................. 19
Auto Repeat Feature ............................................................................................. 19
Commercial Scan .................................................................................................. 19
Index Search .......................................................................................................... 20
To Select Scan and Play Index Playback .................................................... 20
To Select a Specific Index Number for Index Playback ........................... 20
Zero Search ............................................................................................................ 21
Blank Search .......................................................................................................... 21
Recording a Program ................................................ 22
Recording Features ....................................................................................................... 22
Recording Speeds ................................................................................................. 22
Special Effects During Playback ................................................................. 22
Recording Pause ................................................................................................... 22
Types of Recordings ..................................................................................................... 23
Basic Recording ..................................................................................................... 23
Express Recording ................................................................................................ 24
Stopping an Express Recording in Progress ............................................. 24
Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording) .......................................... 25
To Set a Timer Recording ............................................................................. 25
To Check or Clear Timer Recordings ......................................................... 26
To Stop a Timer Recording .......................................................................... 26
To Copy and Edit Tapes ....................................................................................... 27
Location of Controls ................................................. 28
Front Panel ............................................................................................................. 28
Back Panel .............................................................................................................. 29
Hooking Up the TV/VCR ............................................ 29
Choosing a Hookup ............................................................................................. 29
Connect Supplied Antenna, Antenna, or Cable
System Without a Cable Box ....................................................................... 30
Connect a Cable System With a Cable box ....................................................... 31
Connect a VCR or Camcorder for Copying Tapes ........................................... 32
References ................................................................ 33
Clean the TV/VCR ....................................................................................................... 33
Replace Fuse in DC Power Cord ................................................................................ 33
Trouble Checks .............................................................................................................. 34
Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................... 36
Index ............................................................................................................................... 37
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Startup
1. Check accessories with TV/VCR combination.
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.
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SLEEP
Remote
(Stock No. 239118)
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AC Cord
(Stock No. 242616)
DC Cord
(Stock No. 237311)
2 "AAA" Batteries
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Dipole Antenna
(Stock No. 220958)
Antenna Adapter
(300-75 ohm)
(Stock No. 220957)
2. Insert batteries in remote.
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Startup
.
Connect the supplied antenna, a home an-
tenna, or cable-TV system.
Connect the supplied antenna, a home antenna, or cable-TV system.
Details areon pages 30-31.
.
Place the TVNCR where you want to
operate it.
Place the TV/VCR in a location where it is safe to operate.
Power the TVNCR.
You can use the AC power cord to power the TV/VCR from standard
household power or the included DC power cord to power your TV/VCR
from a 12-volt car, truck, or RV battery.
Note: Both cords use the same connector on the back of the TV/VCR.
Remove one cord before using the other.
Caution
Take precautions that any stand or
furniture the TV/VCR is placed on is
properly located and of adequate size
and strength to prevent the TV/VCR
from accidentally being tipped over,
pulled off, or pushed off. This could
cause damage to the TV/VCR or
personal injury.
Power the TV/VCR Using the AC Cord
Back of TV/VCR
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1. Attach the square end of the AC power cord completely into the connec-
tor on the back of your TV/VCR. Be sure to insert the plug completely.
2. Plug the other end of the AC power cord into a wall outlet. Match the
wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet.
Startup
Power the TV/VCR Using the DC Cord
Back of TV/VCR
Insert Plug
Completely1st
DC Power Cord
12-Volt Cig
Lighter Socket
2nd
1. Attach the square end of the DC power cord completely into the
connector on the back of your TV/VCR. Be sure to insert the plug
completely.
2. Turn on the vehicle's engine.
3. Plug the round end of the DC power cord into the cigarette lighter
socket of a car, truck, boat, or RV having a 12-volt battery.
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Important Notes
• There is a safety fuse in the plug of the
DC power cord. Details for replacing the
fuse are on page 33.
The DC power cord is designed for
use only in cars with negative (-)
ground (negative terminal of car
battery is connected to car chassis).
• The DC power cord should never be
used in cars with a positive (+)
ground.
If you are unable to identify the
negative (-) or positive (+) polarity of
your car, consult your car owner's
manual or check with a service station
before use.
Cautions for DC Cord
Operation from 12-Volt Battery
1. Use of an improper DC power cord or
similar adapter may result in damage
to your TV/VCR.
2.
Avoid using the TV/VCR in a car
unless the engine is turned on and
running. Doing so will drain the car
battery which may cause the car not to
start properly.
3.
Do not put the TV on the dashboard or
leave it in a car parked in direct
sunlight since the temperature inside
the car may damage the TV/VCR.
4.
If taking the TV/VCR from a cold car
to a warm room, do not attempt to
plug it in if there is any sign of
condensation. This could damage the
TV/VCR.
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Startup
6. Turn on the TV/VCR.
Press POWER on the TV/VCR or IV or VCR on the remote. The indicator in
the POWER button on the front of the TV/VCR lights.
The first time you turn on the TV/VCR after taking it out of the carton, the
TV/VCR displays the AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET menu shown below.
Notes: The AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET menu only appears when you use the
AC cord to power the TV/VCR.
If the TV/VCR has been plugged in and unplugged or there has been a
power interruption, the following message will appear: The TV/VCR is now
setting the clock. This may take several minutes.
AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET
What is your Time Zone?
1 Eastern
2 Central
3 Mountain
4 Pacific
5 Alaska
6 Hawaii
7-Don't Know
Power Button and Indicator
. Set the clock and auto channel search
automatically.
When the AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET menu appears, follow these steps to
automatically place channels in the TV/VCR's memory and set the clock
using the Coordinated Universal Time information transmitted by some
broadcast stations.
Note: Coordinated Universal Time information is not broadcast in all
areas. If it is not available in your area, you must set your clock manually.
1. Press a number (1-6) on the remote corresponding to the time zone
you live in. If you do not know your time zone, press 7.
2. Press 1 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 MENU 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 message The Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful appears, set the
clock manually. The clock must be set before you can use the timer
recording or wake-up timer features.
AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET
What is your Time Zone?
I Eastern
2 Central
3 Mountain
4 Pacific
5 Alaska
6 Hawaii
7.Don't Know
AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET
Does your area observe
Daylight Savings Time?
I Yes. DST is observed
2 No
3.Don't know
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Now scanning channel I
AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET
The TVIVCR is now
setting the clock.
This may take
several minutes.
Press MENU to cancel
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Startup
Set the clock manually.
If the AUTOMATIC CLOCK SET was unsuccessful or you want to manu-
ally set the clock:
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.
3. Press 1 to display the SET CLOCK screen.
4. Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the time including AM
or PM, month, day, and year. The day of the week automatically
appears after you enter the year.
• Press 0 before single-digit numbers. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM.
Example: press O, then 5, then O, then 7, then 2 for a time of
5:07PM.
• Press CLEAR on the remote at any time to change incorrect entries.
5. Press MENU on the remote to start the clock.
Press DISPLAY on the remote to display the time and date.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
Timer Recordings
Picture Quality
Time
TIME
Set clock
SET CLOCK
\J/
Time 7j\:-- --
(hour:minute)
Date --/--/--
SET CLOCK
Time 05:07 AM
Date 11/18/98 Wednesday
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to set
. Add or remove channels from the TVNCR's
memory.
You may want to add or remove channels if some of them are not active,
have weak signals, or you do not want them in your channel memory.
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.
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 CHAN up or down.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Picture Quality
3 Time
4 Closed Captioning
5 Setup
SETUP
1 Auto channel search
2 Add/Remove channels
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
Channel 10
is presently ADDED
Press CLEAR to remove
Press MENU to exit
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Startup
9. Select a language. (Escoja un idioma./
Choisissez une langue.)
This feature lets you select English, Spanish, or French as the language for
your on-screen displays.
1. Press MENU on remote to see the TV/VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 6 to display the LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUEmenu. The bullet
(-) indicates the language selected.
3. Press I to display the menus in English.
Press 2 to display the menus in Spanish.
Press 3 to display the menus in French.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Picture Quality I
3 Time I
4 Closed Captioning I
5 Setup
6 Language/ dioma/Langue
LANGUAGE/IDIOMAiLANGUE
Select a Language.
Escoja un idioma.
Choisissez une lanque.
leEnglish
2 Espa_ol
3 Francais
10. Select a channel and adjust the volume.
Select a Channel
To select a channel, press CHAN up or down or two number buttons on the
remote.
Example: Press 0 then 2 for channel 2. The channel number is displayed.
For cable channels over 99, press and hold I until
1- - appears, and then press two more numbers.
Example: Press and hold 1, then press O,then press 2, for channel 102.
CH 02
Adjust the Volume
Press VOL< or >. The volume display appears.
Volume ..I ............
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Remote Buttons
The backlit remote has a light button (O) that glows in the dark. Press the O button to
light the CHAN up and down, VOL < and >, DISPLAY, SLEEP, MUTE, and PREV CH
buttons. The light turns off about five seconds after the last button is pressed.
CHAN (Channel) Up or Down
Selects next higher or lower channel in channel memory.
Adjusts some menu items.
CLEAR
Allows you to change menu entries or clear a timer recording.
Resets time counter to 0:00:00 when it is displayed.
DISPLAY
Displays TV/VCR's current status. Removes displays.
Displays time counter when a tape is inserted.
Advances to next program during program review.
FF (Fast Forward)
Fast forwards the tape when the TV/VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture in forward motion during playback.
F. ADV (Frame Advance)
Advances the tape one video frame at a time when the tape is paused.
Used for slow-motion playback.
MENU
Displays the TV/VCR MAIN MENU.
MUTE
Reduces volume to its minimum level.
Numbers (0 through 9)
Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers.
Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1- - appears on the
screen. Then press the other two numbers.
OFF
Turns off the TV/VCR.
PAUSE
Pauses the tape during playback.
Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Switches between the last two selected channels.
Select one channel and then select the other using the number buttons. Press
PREV CH to switch between the two channels.
s
/
/ OFF TV VCR
REW PLAY
REC STOP
)ISPLAY
MUTE
CLEAR
sKID
&
MENU
- TRACK +
PAUSE
SLEEP
PREV CH
RESET
F.ADV
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Remote Buttons
REC (Record)
Starts TV/VCR recording.
Used for express recording.
RESET
Resets time for wake-up timer (alarm).
Resets picture controls to factory defaults.
Clears channel labels.
REW (Rewind)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse motion during playback.
SKIP/SEARCH
When a tape is stopped in the VCR, displays INDEX, ZERO, and BLANK search
screens.
When a tape is playing in the VCR, advances tape about 30 seconds during
playback. (See "Commercial Scan" description on page 19.)
When there is no tape in the VCR, initiates the Commercial Skip function. (See
"Commercial Skip" description on page 12.)
SLEEP
Sets TV/VCR to automatically turn off in 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes.
SPEED (Tape Speed)
Selects a recording speed (SP or SLP).
STOP
Stops functions such as record, playback, rewind, fast forward, and pause.
TRACK + or-
Lets you manually reduce the streaks that may appear in the picture during
playback.
TV
Turns on the TV/VCR.
Sets the remote to control the TV.
VCR
Turns on the TV/VCR.
Sets the remote to control the VCR.
VOL (Volume) < or >
Raises and lowers the sound.
Adjusts some menu items.
/-
/ OFF
REW
REC
ISPLAY
MUTE
CLEAR
TV VCR
PLAY
STOP
MENU
- TRACK +
FF
PAUSE
SLEEP
PREVCH
RESET
F.ADV
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