RCA VG4040, VG2040 Owner’s Manual

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To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not

remove cover (or back). No user serviceable

RISK OF ELECTRIC

DO NOT OPEN

This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage"

inside the product that presents a risk of electric

shock or personal injury.

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.

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.

parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified

service personnel.

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accompanying the product.

|To reduce the risk of fire or |shock hazard, do not expose

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this product to rain or moisture.

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. VG4061 Serial No.

Purchase Date: Dealer/Address/Phone:

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

Setting up the VCR .............................................. 7

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

Language ........................................................................... 8

VCR Channels List ............................................................. 8

To Auto Channel Search ............................................. 9

To Change the Signal Type ....................................... 10

To Add or Remove Channels .................................... 10

Time and Date .................................................................. 10

Set Daylight-Saving Time ......................................... 11

Set the Time and Date ............................................... 11

VCR Plus+ Channels ........................................................ 12

Additional Set-up Features in the PREFERENCES Menu ... 14

Remote VCR1NCR2 Option ............................................ 15

Auto Play .......................................................................... 16

Auto TVNCR .................................................................... 16

VCR Basics ........................................................ 17

Remote Buttons ..................................................................... 18

Component Buttons ........................................................ 18

VCR Function Buttons ..................................................... 18

TV Function Buttons ........................................................ 19

Playing a Tape ........................................................................ 20

Tape Eject ............................................................................... 20

Recording ............................................................................... 21

Check the Safety Tab ....................................................... 21

Automatic Rewind ................................................................. 21

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

Recording Features ............................................................... 24

Express Recording .......................................................... 24

Timer Recording .............................................................. 25

VCR Plus+ Recording ...................................................... 26

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

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

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

Programming the Remote .................................. 3 l

To Control a IV ................................................................ 32

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

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

Forward and Rewind Search .......................................... 36

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

Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) .............................. 36

Frame Advance ................................................................ 37

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

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

Time Counter ......................................................................... 38

On-Screen Displays ............................................................... 39

Tracking ........ .......................................................................... 39

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

TV With RF Jack Only ...................................................... 44

TV With Audio/Video Jacks ............................................ 45

TV With Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to

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

Appendix A: Reference ...................................... 47

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

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

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

Troubleshooting "13ps ............................................................ 51

Specifications ........................................................................ 54

Cleaning the VCR ................................................................... 54

Limited Warranty ................................................................... 55

Index ................................................................. 56

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Hi, my name is SUSAN... [1

and I wrote this User's Guide. It's my job to see that you have a rewarding user manual experience. Also, I

think you'll be pleased with the features that can be accessed through the on-screen menus.

Read the First Three Sections

The first three sections of the manual introduce you to your VCR, and show you how to set the VCR up and

use the on-screen menus. Reading these sections

gives you the basic information you need to use your VCR.

What's Left?

The rest of the book highlights playback and recording

information, contains a detailed connections section, and a reference section that includes troubleshooting

tips, limited warranty, and index.

FIRST THINGS FIRST

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your new video cassette recorder.

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Step 1: Unpack What's in the Box

The following items come packed in the box:

• VCR

• Remote control

• RF coaxial cable

Step 2: Install Batteries in the Remote

Control

Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the

batteries in your VCR remote.

1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment.

2. Place batteries in remote, matching the + and - ends of each battery to the diagram inside the 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 ANT.IN and RF OUT jacks for a good signal as shown.

If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the audio/video

jacks on the TV and VCR for a better connection. Refer to the

Connections section, toward the back of the manual.

CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR_ANTENNA

VCR

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Step 4: Plug in the VCR

Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.

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 ANT.IN and RF OUT jacks with RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH. 4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4--the channel you want to use on your TV.

If you connect your VCR using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks with

audio/video cables, select the TV's video input to see the signal. See the TV Owner's Manual.

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Step 6: Turn On the VCR

Press VCR on the remote to turn on the VCR.

Step 7: Access the Menus

The MENU and number buttons let you access, select, and change menu items. For example, to change the Auto Play setting, you would do the following:

1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings

3 Time

4 Channels 5 Preferences

6 Language

0 Exit

VCR Viewing Channel

When using the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks to connect your VCR, tune your

TV to channel 3 or 4,

When using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks to

connect your VCR, tune your TV to the TV's video input channel.

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2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.

PREFERENCES

1 Remote Control: VCR1 2 Auto Play: ON

3 Auto TV/VCR: ON

0 Exit

3. Press 2 to switch Auto Play ON or OFF.

PREFERENCES

1 Remote Control: VCR1

2 Auto Play: OFF 3 Auto TV/VCR: ON

0 Exit

See Setting Up the VCRfor detailed information about the Auto Play feature.

Step 8: Set Up the VCR

Once you understand how to move around and/or through the

menus, go to the next section to set up your VCR.

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Set-Up Features

Below is a list of set-up features that you may want to

set up before you begin using your VCR for the first time:

• Select a Language

• Set up VCR Channel List (Auto Channel Search)

• Set Automatic Daylight-Saving'time

• Setthe'Rme and Date

• Set upVCR Plus+ Channels

• Set the Remote VCR1/VCR2 feature

• Set the Auto Play feature

• Set the AutoTV/VCR feature

SETrING UP THE VCR

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Using the Menu to Set Up Features

You can set up features by using the menu system. Each feature

is explained in this section.

Language

Select your preferred language, and the on-screen displays will appear in that language.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR PLus+ 2 Timer Recordings

3 Time

4 Channels 5 Preferences

6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 6 to display the LANGUAGE menu.

LANGUAGE

Select a Language.

l_English

2 Espanol 3 FranFais

Press MENU to continue

3. Press 1 for English, 2 for Espafiol (Spanish), or 3 for Frangais (French).

VCR Channels List

If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary.

Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory.

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.

On-screen Menus

Not all the VCR screens are shown in

this manual when explaining

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the features.

All Channels

}

If you do not use a cable box for ALL channels, then you will want to use a

channel list (Auto Channel Search).

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To Auto Chamlel Search

Auto channel search memorizes the channels available through your signal type--cable or antenna.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR RAIN RENU

1VCR Plus+

2 Timer Recordings

3 T_me

6 Channels

5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 4to display the CHANNELS menu.

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels

3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List

0 Exft

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

AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH

What type of signal

are you using?

1 Cable TV 2 Antenna

3_Detect Automatically

0 Cancel

Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options. Choices one and two are self-explanatory. If you choose

Detect Automatically, the VCR automatically detects which

signal system you have attached to your VCR.

AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH

Nou scanning channel 14

Press any key to cancel

Detect Automatically

Auto Channel Search

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The VCR begins scanning for the available channels-this takes about one to two minutes. The lowest channel is tuned

once the search is completed. Pressing CHANNEL up or down now selects the active channels.

To Change the Signal Type

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.

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

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels

3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List

0 Exit

To Add or Remove Channels

You may want to add or delete 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 CHANNELS menu.

3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS menu. Use the CHANNEL up or down, or number buttons, to go to the channels you want to remove or add.

ADD/RENOVE CHANNELS

Channet 115 is presentty ADDED

Press CLEAR to remove

Press MENU to exit

ADD/RENOVE CHANNELS

Channel 115 is presentLy RENOVED

Press INFO to add Press MENU to exit

Time and Date

Selecting Channels

Before you set the time and date, set the Auto DST (Daylight-

Saving Time) feature to ON or OFF for your area.

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Set Daylight-Saving Time

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings

3 Time 4 Channels 5 Preferences

6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.

TIME

1 Set time and date 2 Auto DST: ON

0 EXIT

3. Press 2 to turn the Auto DST ON or OFF.

• Select ON if you want the VCR's clock to automatically

adjust for daylight-saving time.

• Select OFF if you do not want the VCR's clock to adjust for daylight-saving time.

Set the Time and Date

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings 3 Time 4 Channels 5 Preferences

6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 3 to display TIME menu.

TIME

1 Set time and date 2 Auto DST: ON

0 EXIT

_me and Date

The time and date must be set before a timer recording can be programmed.

Spring forward; Fall backward

In the Spring, daylight-saving time begins on the first Sunday in April. Because the clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM (forward one hour}, remember to

include the extra hour for timer recording that falls within this time

frame. In the Autumn, daylight-saving time

ends on the last Sunday in October. The VCR clock automatically changes from 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM

(back one hour). Therefore, it can

affect your recording length.

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, Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE screen.

SET TIME AND DATE

Time --:--

(hh:mm)

Date --I--I--

Press MENU to cancel

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

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

SET TIME AND DATE

Time 12:34 PM

Date 11/18/97 Tuesday

Press CLEAR to correct

Press MENU to set

VCR Plus+ Channels

Using VCR Plus+ can make programming timer recordings for

cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time

right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet and abbreviated

codes for typical cable services in the U.S. and Canada are

provided on the following pages.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU 1VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings

3 Time 4 Channels

5 Preferences

6 Language

0 Exit

13me/Date Display

VCR Plus+ Channel List

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VCR Plus+ Worksheet

Broadcast or VCR Plus+ Channel Channel Number

Cable-TV Station Number =* You Receive the

Name Station On*

HBO 33

ESPN 34

Two-DigitVCR Plus+ Channel

Numbers for CableTV

(USA 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 Nostalgia Television 99 QualityValue Cable

41 Showtime 97 Showtime 2

59 Sports Channel

52 Turner NetworkTelovision 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

*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.

See next page for Canadian List

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2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR PLus+ Channel List

0 Exit

3. Press 4to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen.

VCR+

Channel My Channel

5 ---- 4 ----

3 -> -> -> --

1 --

Use CH+/- to select Press 0-9 to change

Press NENU to save

4. Enter the data following the on-screen directions using your worksheet.

VCR+

Channel My Channel

5 46

4 --

3 -> -> -> 23

1 --

Use CH+/- to select Press 0-9 to change

Press MENU to save

Screen is for an example only.

Additional Set-up Features in the

PREFERENCES Menu

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

Two-DigitVCR Plus+ Channel

Numbers for Cable TV

(Canadian List)

67 Allarcom PayTelevision/

Superchannel

44 Arts & Entertainment 72 Cable News Network-Headline

News

61 Cable News Network 70 Canadian Home Shopping Network

56 Canal Famille 69 Cathay InternationaITelevision Inc

68 Chinavision Canada Corp 60 Country MusicTelevision 63 Family Channel

62 First Choice 96 First ChoiceTwo

97 First ChoiceThree 99 First Choice Four 90 House of Commons

91 La Chalne Francaise 51 The Learning Channel

65 MeteoMediaJTheWeather 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'rV: Canada's Faith Network 38 Youth TV, Canada Inc.

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1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings

3 Time 4 Channels

5 Preferences 6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.

PREFERENCES

1 Remote ControL: VCR1 2 Auto PLay: ON

3 Auto TV/VCR: ON

0 Exit

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

Remote VCRI/VCR2 Option

If you own a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan remote that has a VCR2, VCR2oLD, or VCR2 °DVD button, this feature allows you to

set this VCR to respond to that button. Press 1 to select the Remote Control item in the menu. Then press

the VCR2, VCR2°LD, or VCR2 ,DVD button to change.

PREFERENCES

1 Remote Contro[: VCR1 2 Auto PLay: ON

3 Auto TV/VCR: ON

0 Exit

The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote's VCR2,

VCR2,LD, or VCR2 °DVD button. If you change the remote setting to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer control the VCR.

Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to VCR1. Display the PREFERENCES menu, press 1, and then press VCRI. Then the remote that came with the VCR will be able to

control it again.

PREFERENCES

(PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE)

2 Auto PLay: ON

3 Auto TV/VCR: ON

0 Exit

Remote Control Option

Changing the Remote Control

option to VCR2 disables the

remote that came with your VCR.

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Auto Play

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

between ON or OFF.

• Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically when the tape is inserted.

• Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically.

Auto TV/VCR

This feature controls whether the "I'V/VCRswitch changes automatically to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned on.

Press 3 to switch between ON and OFF.

• Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned on or a cassette is inserted. This

only applies if you connect the ANT.IN and RF OUT jacks of your VCR and 73/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.

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Learn the Basics to Get You Started

These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin

enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control

functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a

program should do just that.

However, there are other features that enhance the

enjoyment of your VCR, but they aren't necessary to get you started. If you want to learn more about your

VCR, just keep reading.

VCR BASICS

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VCR Basics tells you what you need to know in order to watch a

movie or tape your favorite show. ]

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Remote Buttons

The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many

brands of televisions. If you have a GE, RCA, or ProScan TV, you

may be able to control it without programming the remote.

OFF

TV VCR

Component Buttons

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

TV Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan TV and sets the

remote to control the TV. Also used with the OFF button to turn

on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the TV.

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

VCR Function Buttons

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

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

F.ADV Lets you view one frame with each press of the button

when tape is in pause.

REVERSE

0 0

PLAY FORWARD

%C>

RECORD

INF0

MUTE

CLEAR MENU SPEED

STOP PAUSE

tA SEARCH

CHAN GO BACK

FORWARD Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches forward through a tape during playback. Starts slow- motion playback when tape is paused.

GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channel and then select another using the number buttons. Press GO

BACK to switch between the two channels. In menu mode, press

to go back to previous menu. INFO Shows the status displays on the TV screen.

INPUT Selects between the line input and the VCR's tuner. Line input refers to the signal coming from the component connected

to the audio/video input jacks on the back of the VCR.

MENU Brings up VCR MAIN MENU on the "IV screen.

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Numbers (O 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 VCR when the remote is set to control the VCR. Turns off other components if remote is programmed.

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

PLAY Plays a tape. RECORD Starts VCR recording. Also used for express

recording.

REVERSE Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches backward through a tape during playback, Starts slow-

motion playback when tape is paused.

SEARCH Displays Index and Zero Search menus on "IV screen when VCR is stopped, Advances the tape approximately 30

seconds of recorded material during playback. Each press

advances the tape an additional 30 seconds up to five minutes. SPEED Selects a recording speed (SP or SLP).

STOP Stops the current VCR function such as record, playback, rewind, or fast forward.

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

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

TV Function Buttons

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

CLEAR Removes menus or status displays from the screen. GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channel

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

INFO Shows the TV's status displays on the TV screen. MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level.

The TV buttons may not control all

features of all models of GE, RCA,

TV Buttons ]

and ProScan TVs.

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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 the TV off.

VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV.

Playing a Tape

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

2. Insert a tape in the VCR.

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

removed).

• Press FWD or REV (FORWARD or REVERSE on remote)

to position the tape.

• Press PLAY-PAUSE (PLAY) (if necessary) to begin tape play.

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

• Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from

the picture, if necessary.

• Press STOP.EJECT (STOP) to stop playback.

Tape Eject

Press STOP.EJECT on the VCR when it is stopped to eject the tape.

Pause

_Automatic Tracking

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

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Recording

If you want to record something that you're watching, you can use basic recording.

Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the

remote (see margin note for information about tape speed settings).

Press the RECORD button to begin recording.

Press STOP (STOP-EJECT on VCR) to stop recording. If you just want to pause the recording for a short time (like

during a commercial), press PAUSE (PLAY-PAUSE on VCR) instead of STOR

Check the Safety Tab

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

Safety Tab

If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it,

simply cover the hole with vinyl tape.

Automatic Rewind

During playback, the VCR automatically rewinds the tape if the

tape reaches the end and stops.

During recording, the VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it

reaches the end. While rewinding, you can press POWER (OFF on the remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding.

Tape Speeds

SP (Standard Play) Gives the best quality recording,

but fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance work well when you play back

tapes recorded in this speed.

LP (Long Play) Your VCR is capable of playing back

tapes recorded in LR You cannot

record in the LP speed. SLP (Super Long Play)

Gives three times the recording

time of tapes recorded in SR

Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance work well when you play back tapes recorded in this speed.

Recording Time

Cassette

T-120 T-160

SP SLP 2Hr 6Hr

2Hr 8Hr

40Min

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Several Recording Options

Now that you've gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR, I'll explain the different recording

features that are available to suit your needs.

Recording features:

• Recording (explained in VCR Basics section)

• Express Recording

• Timer Recording

• Copying and Editing Tapes

RECORDING

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Recording Features

There are four ways to record programs:

• Recording lets you press one button to start recording a program. (See VCR Basics section.)

• Express Recording lets you start recording a program you are watching, and then set the VCR to automatically stop recording

after a designated period of time.

• Timer Recording lets you program the VCR to automatically start and stop recording at a predetermined time.

• Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ lets you program the VCR just by entering a PlusCode number found in some "IV guides.

Express Recording

Use express recording when you want to quickly record the remaining portion of the program you are watching.

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

2. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.

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

Rec Ch 36 Record Length 0:00

Press REC to set Length

Rec Ch 36 Record Length 1:30

Press REC to set Length

Each press of the RECORD button increases the recording

time (up to 4 hours). The VCR continues to record for the amount of time you

indicate, and then automatically turns off.

= Express Recording

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

have to leave. To stop an express recording, press

and hold STOP on the remote for a

few seconds (STOP*EJECT on the VCR).

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Timer Recording

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

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1VCR Plus+

2 Timer Recordings 3 Time

4 Channels 5 Preferences

6 Language

0 Exit

2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.

TIMER RECORDINGS

1 Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs.

3 Use VCR Plus+ Code

0 Exit

3. Select 1 to Create a New Program.

How often should this

program record?

1 One time

2 Daily (every day) 3 Weekdays (N-F)

4 Weekly (once per week)

0 Cancel

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

Program 1 (One time)

Channel -- Start Time --:--

End Time --:--

Start Date --/-~/-- Tape Speed SLP

Press MENU to cancel

Enter the data for the program with the number buttons.

The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time including AM or PM, end time. The

start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. Both the date and speed can be changed when flashing.

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

press MENU to save.

Program 1 (One time)

Channet 03 Cable Start Time 08:00 PR End Time 09:30 PR Start Date 10124197 Fri

Tape Speed SLP

Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to save

I=SP 2=SLP

Program 1 has been saved

Remember to insert a recordabte tape and

turn the VCR off before the program start time.

Press RENU to continue

Timer Recording with VCR Plus+

You can use VCR Plus+ to simplify timer programming if you have cable TV and don't receive all channels through a cable box or if you get your TV signal off-air.

Setting Up the Channel List

If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ channel list, you can do it now.

1. Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen.

3. Go to Setting Up Your VCR if you need more information on setting up your VCR Plus+ Channel List.

Using VCR Plus+

VCR RAIN MENU

VCR PLus+

Timer Recordings Time

Channels

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type: CABLE

4 VCR Plus+ Channel List

VCR+ Channel Ry Channe

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4 --

3 -> -> -> 23

2 -- 1 --

Use CH+/- to select Press 0-9 to change

Press MENU to save

1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR Plus+

2 Timer Recordings

3 Time 4 Channels 5 Preferences

6 Language

0 Exit

Press 1 to display the VCR PLUS+ menu.

VCR PLUS+

Enter ptuscode number

(from TV listing)

Press MENU to cancel

VCR Plus+and PlusCodeare registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

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Enter the VCR PlusCode shown in your local television

programming guide.

VCR PLUS+

Enter pLuscode number

(from TV listing)

12876

Press CLEAR to correct

Press RENU when done

4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number.

How often should this program record?

1 One time 2 Daily (every day)

3 Weekdays (M-F)

4 geekly (once per week)

0 Cancel

Indicate how often you want the program to be recorded.

Program 1 (One time)

Channel 03 Cable Start Time 08:00 PR

End Time 09:30 PB Start Date 11/18/97 Tue

Tape Speed SLP

Press CLEAR to adjust Press NENU to save

Change the speed with the SPEED button on the remote

or the program end time with the CLEAR button on the remote (if necessary).

Changing the end time comes in handy when you are recording a program such as a sporting event that may

exceed the scheduled broadcast time.

7. Press MENU to save the program.

Program 1 has been saved

Remember to insert a recordabte tape and

turn the VCR off before the program start time.

Press NENU to continue

VCR Plus+ Recording

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

place and enough tape to record the program.

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

UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER... PLEASE RE-ENTER appears when the VCR

does not recognize the PlusCode number.

Turn on the cable box and tune it to the channel you want to record

before the recording is to begin.

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Stopping a Timer Recording

To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even an express

recording):

• Press and hold the STOP button on the remote (STOP,EJECT on the VCR) for a few seconds.

Reviewing and Clearing Programs

To review programs that you have already set up:

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.

TIBER RECORDINGS

1 Create a New Program

2 Review Existing Progs. 3 Use VCR Plus+ Code

0 Exit

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

Program 1 (One time)

Channel 104 Cable Start Time 12:00 AM End Time 01:30 AN

Start Date 10124197 FPi Tape Speed SLP

Press CLEAR to erase Press MENU for next prog.

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

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Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes

Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the

recording VCR.

1. Turn on the "iV and VCRs.

2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV's video input).

3. If you connected your VCR using the ANT.IN and RF OUT jacks, tune recording VCRto channel 3 or 4--the one selected on the back of the playback VCR.

If you connected your VCR using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, make sure you select the line input on the recording VCR.

4. Insert the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR. Insert a blank tape with safety tab in place into the

recording VCR.

5. When you reach the point on the tape or program where you want to begin copying, press PLAY.PAUSE and then PLAY.PAUSE again on the playback VCR. You may need to adjust the tracking.

6. Press the RECORD button, then press PLAY-PAUSE, on the

recording VCR.

7. Press the PLAY-PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time to begin copying the tape.

8. To edit segments that you do not want to copy:

• Press PLAY.PAUSE on recording VCRto pause copying.

• Locate the next segment you want to copy on playback

VCR by using FWD, REV,and PLAY.PAUSE, and then

press PLAY.PAUSE.

• Press PLAY.PAUSE on both VCRs at the same time to

resume copying.

9. Press STOP.EJECT on both VCRs when you are finished.

Two VCR Connection

OR_AINTENNA

PLAYBACK VCR _._

7 j

TO "W TO TV

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Control Your Other Components...

The remote can be programmed to control a television.

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

REMOTE

5 PROGRAMMING THE

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About Programming the Remote

The remote can be programmed to control other brands of

remote controllable TVs. It is already programmed to operate most GE, RCA, and ProScan TVs.

Programming the Remote to Control a TV

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

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

1. Turn on the TV.

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

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

4. Enter the two-digit code from the code list.

5. Release TV, and then press CHAN up or down. If the TV responds to the remote commands, the remote is

programmed.

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

Operate the TV

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

1. Point the remote at the TV, and press the TV button. If the TV does not turn on, press the TV button and then

press the OFF button.

2. You may want to experiment to see which buttons operate your TV. Try pressing buttons, such as VOL and MUTE. See

"TV Function Buttons" in the VCR Basic section for details.

This remote may not operate all

models of the brands that are shown. Note the difference between theTV

and VCR on-screen displays to see which one the remote is operating.

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TV Codes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

JVC .......................................I0, I I

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

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

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

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

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

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

Panasonic .................... 04,08, I I

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

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

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

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

ProScan ....................................0 I

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

Quasar ......................................I I

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

08,10,12

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

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

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

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

Technics ....................................I I

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Victor .........................................I 0

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

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

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

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Features to Enhance VCR Operation

• Picture Search Options

• Time Counter

• On-Screen Displays

• Tracking

OTHER FEATURES

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Picture Search Options

The most basic way to search during playback is using the forward and reverse functions. This section contains several

other options available for searching a tape. Search features work well for tapes recorded at the SP or

SLP speed.

Forward and Reverse Search

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

1. During playback, press FORWARD (FWD) to search forward

or REVERSE (REV) to search in reverse.

2. Press FORWARD (FWD) or REVERSE (REV) again or press PLAY (PLAY°PAUSE) to return to normal playback.

Slow Motion

You can view a tape during play pause using slow motion.

1. Press FORWARD or REVERSE (FWD or REV) to begin slow- motion playback.

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

3. Press PLAY (PLAY°PAUSE) to return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback

to stop after a few minutes.

Commercial Scan (Search Button)

This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments.

• Press SEARCH on the remote once during playback to advance the tape approximately 30 seconds of recorded

material.

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

Remember to insert a recorded tape

lnsert Tape 1

when using the search features.

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Frame Advance

Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another.

1. Press PAUSE (PLAY*PAUSE) to freeze the action.

2. Press F.ADV each time you want to view the next frame of the scene.

3. Press PAUSE or PLAY (PLAyopAUSE) to return to normal

playback.

Index Search

The VCR has a "VHS Index Search System" that automatically

records an index mark on the tape every time you start recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are on the tape.

To Search:

1. Stop the tape and press SEARCH on the remote to display

the INDEX SEARCH menu on the TV screen.

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

Press FORWARD (FWD) to search forward or REVERSE (REV)

to search in reverse. The VCR will locate your index mark

and begin playback. If you did not enter a specific index number, the VCR will locate the next index mark and

begin playback.

4. Press STOP to stop index searching.

Some index marks may be missed by the VCR:

• A mark too close to your location on the tape.

• The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of five

minutes or less.

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

ZNDEX SEARCH

Press REV or FWD to begin scanning

oP enter a specific

index number

Press SEARCH to exit

1NDEX SEARCH

Press REV or FMD

to begin search

Index number

Press SEARCH to exit

Searching for

index number 12...

ZNDEX SEARCH

Press STOP to cancer

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Zero Search

The zero search feature enables the VCR to quickly return to a

counter reading of 0:00:00 anywhere on the tape. This is

especially convenient when you want to repeat a segment of the tape several times.

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

ZERO SEARCH

Current tape counter is

Press REV to go to

Press SEARCH to exit

2:17:25

0:00:00

2. Press INFO twice to display the time counter on the TV

screen.

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

4. Continue playing the tape.

5. Press STOP when you are ready to return to 0:00:00.

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

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

Time Counter

The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helps locate the

beginning or end of programs you taped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from the VCR.

For example, if you record a 30-minute program at the beginning of

the tape and you want to go to the end of that program to begin

another recording, you would:

ZERO SEARCH

Searching for 0:00:00

Press STOP to cancer

Hours

Minutes

0:30:00

1. Press INFO twice to display the time counter.

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

3. Press FORWARD (FWD) to forward the tape until the time

counter reads 0:30:00.

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

Press INFO to remove the time counter from the screen and

return to the normal display mode.

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On-Screen Displays

The INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP, PLAY,

RECORD, etc.), channel number, time counter, date, time, and

tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set

before they can be displayed.

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

STOP CH 05 0:30:00

11117197 Mon 01:30PM SLP

On-screen d_play (times out

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

Press INFO again to return to the normal display. No displays appear on the screen.

Turning off the VCR also resets the displays.

Tracking

Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes the streaks or snow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated when you

insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on

a different VCR. Just use the TRACKING buttons to remove the streaks or snow. You can also use tracking when you pause a

tape to reduce jittering of the picture.

77met counter only (does not time out)

Normal display

0:30:00

When you manually adjust the picture, automatic tracking is turned off. To turn automatic tracking back on, press both

TRACKING buttons on the front of the VCR at the same time, or eject the tape and re-insert it.

Tracking has no effect during recording--only playback.

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Things to Know Before Connecting

Components

Protect Your Components from Power Surges

• Connect all components before plugging any

power cords into the wall outlet.

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

Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference

Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.

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

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

possible.

Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Safety rips sheet packed with

your unit.

Protect Your Components from Overheating

Do not block ventilation holes in any of the components. Arrange the components so that air

can circulate freely.

• Do not stack components.

Allow adequate ventilation when placing your components in a stand.

Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not

flow around other components.

CONNECTIONS

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Connecting Your VCR

Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR.

Jacks and Cables

RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)

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

These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections.

The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled ANT.IN and RF OUT. The

coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR's RF OUT jack and your "l'V'santenna input.

Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)

RFJack

The AUDIONIDEO jacks provide very good picture and sound

and can be used if your TV has audio/video input jacks.

These jacks are used for most audio/video connections. The VCR AUDIO]VIDEO jacks are color coded (yellow for video and

white for audio). If your "IV has two inputs for audio (stereo), connect the one labeled mono. If one is not labeled mono, you

may need a Y-adapter.

Audio/Video Jack

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Choosing a VCR Connection

There are several different ways to hook up your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable, and if you have cable, whether you have a cable box, and if some of the channels are scrambled and...well, you get the picture.

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

TV with RF jack only "IV with audio/video jacks

"IV with audio/video jacks and cable box to unscramble pay channels only

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

Advantages of Audio/Video Cable

Connections

Using a simple coaxial cable connection gives you good picture quality. If your television has audio/video jacks, I highly

recommend using them to get better picture and sound quality when recording and playing back videotapes. These connections give you more convenient operation by not having to share the TV's antenna signal.

Don't Forget About the Auto TV/VCR Feature

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

Set the Auto I-V/VCR feature to ON when using only ANT.IN and RF OUT jacks and OFF when using the AUDIO and VIDEO OUT

jacks--so your TV signal is not interrupted when the VCR is turned on.

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TV With RF Jack Only

This connection assumes:

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

• Your television has only an RF input jack.

connection provides:

• Mono sound playback from VCR.

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

To use this connection, you must have:

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

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.

Using This Connection

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

"I'V.VCR button to watch the VCR.

Auto TV/VCR setting:

• Set the Auto TVNCR feature to ON.

To play a tape:

1. Insert atape.

2. If necessary, press PLAY.

To record one program and watch another:

1. Begin recording a program using one of the recording

options.

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

CABLE,CABLEBOX, OR_AANTENNA

VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

_1_ RFOUT

"IV

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TV With Audio/Video Jacks

This connection assumes:

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

• Your television has audio/video jacks.

This connection provides:

• Mono sound playback from VCR.

• Record one channel while watching another (except when

using a cable box for all channels).

To use this connection, you must have:

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

cable box

• (2) audio/video cables

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.

Using This Connection

Tune your IV to its video input channel.

Auto TV/VCR setting:

• Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. Use of TV-VCR button is

not required.

To play a tape:

1. Insert a tape.

2. If necessary, press PLAY.

To record one program and watch another:

1. Begin recording a program using one ofthe recording

options.

2. Select a different channel on the TV.

CABLE, (:.ABLE BOX, OR_ANTENNA

VCR

<'5-

AUDIO

Jom_

RF OUT

ANTENNA

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

This com_ectionassumes:

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

• Your TV has audio/video input jacks.

This connection provides:

• Mono sound playback from VCR.

• Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through the

cable box while watching an unscrambled channel.

To use this connection, you must have:

• (3) coaxial cables

• (2) audio/video cables

• (1) splitter

To connect:

1. Connect cables as shown.

2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.

Using This Connection

Tune your TV to its video input channel.

Auto TV/'VCR setting:

• Set the Auto "I'VNCR feature to OFF. Use of the "rv.vcR

button is not required.

To play a tape:

1. Insert a tape.

2. If necessary, press PLAY.

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

1. Begin recording a scrambled program through the cable box

using one of the recording options.

2. Select an unscrambled channel on the TV.

Ahllscrambled channels must be viewe 1

rough the VCR.

CABLE BOX

VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

RF OUT

ANTENNA

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This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit's controls and

display.

You also will find a Troubleshooting "l]ps section in this

Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems.

Finally, this section contains your warranty information.

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Front Panel

Remote Sensor

CHANNEL-TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. Adjusts tracking

when a tape is playing. I=WD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the

picture forward during playback. Starts slow-motion playback during play-pause.

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

unwanted scenes. POWER Turns the VCR on or off.

RECORD Starts VCR recording. Used for express recording. Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Aim

the remote at this sensor. REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the

picture in reverse during playback. Starts slow-motion playback

during play-pause. STOP-EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record,

playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause. Ejects the tape when

the VCR is stopped.

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Display Panel

Cassette-ln Indicator

sL, __1LI

L I_

Tape Speed Indicator

Cassette-In Indicator (el) Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Flashes when VCR is ejecting tape,

Channel Number, Line Indicator (VID1), 13me, 13me Counter, or Status Indicator

The current time, time counter, channel number, or line input

(VID1) is displayed. Press the INFO button to switch between the current time and elapsed-time counter. The status indicators

show what the VCR is doing.

• BYE Turned off

• F.FWD Fast forward

• HI Turned on

• PLAY Playback

• PAUS Play pause

• REC Record

• REC.P Record pause

• REW Rewind

• SLOW Slow motion

• SRCH + Forward search

• SRCH - Reverse search

• STOP VCR stopped

• T.REC "timer recording REC Indicator Lights when the VCR is recording.

Tape Speed Indicator (SP or SLP) Displays recording speed selected with SPEED button.

TIMER Indicator Lights when VCR is turned off and set for timer recording. Flashes when timer recording is set and there is

no cassette in the VCR.

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

• VCR indicator on: Picture from VCR.

• VCR indicator off: Picture from TV channel.

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Back Panel

ANT.IN

VIDEO AUDIO

RF OUT

3 CH. 4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the "IV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using

the ANT.IN and RF OUT jacks.

AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is

connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select. AUDIO and VIDEO OUT Jacks Sends signals from VCR

to another component, like a TV or VCR, when it is connected to these jacks.

ANT.IN Jack Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system when attached.

RF OUT Jack Passes signal to "IV using the cable supplied.

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•:7 • ,

Troubleshooting Tips

No power

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

• Check to make sure your connections are correct.

VCR does not respond to remote

• Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR.

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

• The batteries may need changing.

• Make sure the Remote VCRINCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR

can operate it.

• Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside

the remote. Release number 1 and replace the batteries.

• Remove all batteries for approximately 12 hours. Then replace batteries.

Remote no longer controls a GE, RCA, or ProScan TV

• Press TV to set remote to control a compatible "IV.

• Check to make sure the remote is programmed to control a GE, RCA, or ProScan TV.

Remote no longer controls a compatible TV

• Press "IV to set remote to control the compatible "IV.

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

• The batteries may need changing.

• Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed.

• Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside

the remote. Release number 1, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.

• Remove all batteries for approximately 12 hours. Then replace batteries and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.

Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing

• Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off.

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

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

Snowy or no picture during playback

• Press TV.VCR to turn VCR indicator on.

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

back of VCR.

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

• Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.

• Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input channel.

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• Try another tape.

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

playback.

Streaks in picture during normal playback

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

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

Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes

• The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is

detected again.

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

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

W'_ not record or play

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

• Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.

• Check to make sure the tape is not broken.

• Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY on the remote

(PLAY-PAUSE on the VCR) to return to normal playback.

k_Fdlnot record

• Check to make sure the safety tab is intact.

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

Rewind does not operate

• Checkto make sure the tape is not already rewound.

Timer recording not made or wrong program recorded

• Make sure the correct VCR PlusCode is entered.

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

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

• Power interruption. Reset the clock.

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

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

beforehand.

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

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

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

• Check to make sure VCR Plus+ channel setup was completed correctly.

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Clock shows incorrect time or date

• Power interruption.

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

• Check Auto DST setting. The clock may have adjusted for daylight-saving time.

Time did not adjust for dayfight-saving time

• Check to make sure Auto DST feature is turned on.

VCR makes noise when stopped

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

Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly

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

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

• If Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the Auto Channel Search menu, try using either CABLE TV or ANTENNA instead.

• May not need to auto channel search if using a cable box. Refer to the VCR Channel List or contact your cable company for more information.

Cannot add or remove channels

• Channels must be placed in memory using the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH feature before channels can be added or removed from channel memory.

Tape plays back in slow motion

• Press PLAY to return to normal playback.

Cannot select channels over 69

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

Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play automatically

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

TIMER indicator flashes

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

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

• Check Language feature.

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Specifications

Format: Record/Playback

System: Video Signal System:

Antenna:

Tuner:

Type:

Power Requirement: Power Consumption:

Dimensions:

Weight:

VHS Video: 4-Head

Audio: Mono record/playback EIA standard: NTSC color

75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal

USA: 181 channels capability*

(125 cable channels)

Canada: 178 channels capability*

(122 cable channels)

AutoProgramming frequency synthesis

120V AC, 60 Hz 17 watts

3.54 inches high (90 mm)

14.1 inches wide (360 mm)

12.2 inches deep (312 mm)

8.14 pounds (3.7 kg)

Storage Temperature Range:

Operating

Temperature Range:

*Check your cable company's compatibility requirements.

- 22°F to +149°F (-30°C to +65°C)

+41°F to +104°F

(+5°C to +40°C)

Cleaning the VCR

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

top, back, sides, and bottom of the cabinet.

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. We recommend using a nonabrasive, antistatic cleaner and polisher.

_ Specifications are subject to change.

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Limited Warranty

What your warranty covers:

• Any defect in material orworkmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

• Ninety days for labor charges.

• One year for parts. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the

rental firm, whichever comes first.

What we will do:

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

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

How you get service:

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

• Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date.

• Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed.

What your warranty does not cover:

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

• Installation and related adjustments.

• Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR.

• Damage from misuse or neglect.

• Cleaning of video/audio heads.

• Remote control batteries.

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

commercial purposes.

• A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA.

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

Product Registration:

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

How state law relates to this warranty:.

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

to state.

If you purchased your VCR outside the United States:

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

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3 CH. 4 switch 5, 50 Accessing menus 5

Accessories, included 4 Add or remove channels 10 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS menu 10

ANT.IN jack 4, 5, 16, 29, 42, 43, 50 Audio/video jacks 4, 5, 29, 42, 43, 50

Auto channel search 9 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu 9 Auto DST ON/OFF feature 11

Auto play feature 16 Auto TVNCR feature 16, 43, 44, 45, 46

Automatic rewind 21

Automatic tracking 20 Back panel controls 50

Basic recording 21 Batteries, installing in the remote 4

Cables

positioning 41 types of 42

Cassette-in indicator 49 CHAN buttons 10, 18, 19, 32 CHANNEL buttons 10, 48

Channel number display 49 Channel, viewing 5 Channels, add or remove 10 CHANNELS menu 9, 10, 14, 26 Choosing a VCR connection 43, 46 Cleaning the VCR 54 CLEAR button 18, 19, 27, 37, 38

Clearing programs 28 Commercial scan feature 36

Connecting components 41 Connections

audio/video cable 43 choosing 43

"IV with audio/video jacks 45 "IV with audio/video jacks and cable box to

unscramble pay channels only 46

TV with RF jack only 44

Contents 1 Controls

back panel 50

front panel 48 Copying and editing tapes 29 Display panel 49 Editing and copying tapes 29 Eject, tape 20

Express recording 24 F.ADV button 18, 37

FORWARD button 18, 20 Frame advance 37

Front panel controls 48 FWD button 20, 36, 37, 38, 48

GO BACK button 18, 19 Included accessories 4 Index search feature 37 INDEX SEARCH menu 37

INFO button 12, 18, 19, 38, 39, 49 INPUT button 18, 25, 29 Jacks, types of 42

Language feature 8 LANGUAGE menu 8

Limited warranty 55 Line indicator (VlD1) 49

MENU button 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 18, 26, 27 Menus, accessing 5

MUTE button 19 Number buttons 5, 10, 12, 19, 20

OFF button 18, 19, 20, 32 On-screen displays 39 Overheating 41 PAUSE button 19, 20, 21, 37, 39 Picture search options 36 PLAY button 19, 20, 36, 37, 38, 44, 45, 46 PLAY.PAUSE button 20, 21, 29, 36, 37, 48

Playing a tape 20 POWER button 21, 48

Power surges 41 PREFERENCES menu 14, 15

Problem solving 51 Programming the remote 31

to operate TVs 32

PROGRAMS OVERLAP message 25, 27 REC indicator 49

RECORD button 19, 21, 24, 29, 48 Recording

basic 21 express 24

speeds 21

timer 25

using two VCRs 29

VCR Plus+ 26

Remote

buttons 18

component buttons 18

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sensor 48

TV function buttons 19

VCR function buttons 18

Remote VCR1/VCR2 option 15 Remove or add channels 10

REV button 20, 36, 37, 38, 48 REVERSE button 19, 20 Review programs screen 28 Reviewing programs 28 Rewind, automatic 21

RF OUT jack 4, 5, 16, 29, 42, 43, 50 Safety tab 16, 21 SEARCH button 19, 36, 37, 38 Search features

commercial scan 36 forward 36 frame advance 37

index 37 reverse 36

slow motion 36

time counter 38

zero search 38

Sensor, remote 48 SET TIME AND DATE screen 12

Set up

first 3

language 8 using the menu 8 Using the PREFERENCES menu 14

VCR channels list 8

Signal type, cable or antenna 10 Solving problems 51

Specifications 54 Speed

LP 21 SLP 21

SP 21 SPEED button 19, 21, 24, 27, 49 Speeds, recording 21

Status indicators 49 STOP button 19, 20, 21, 28, 37, 38

STOP.EJECT button 20, 21, 29, 48 Stopping a timer recording 28

Tab, safety 21 Table of contents 1

Tape eject 20 Tape, playing a 20

Tape speed indicator 49

Tape speeds 21 Time and date 10

daylight-saving time 11 setting 11

Time counter 38 Time counter display 49

Time display 49 TIME menu 11

Timer recording 25

stopping 28

Timer recording with VCR Plus+ 26 TIMER RECORDINGS menu 25, 28

Tips, troubleshooting 51

Tracking 39 TRACKING buttons 19, 20, 36, 39, 48 Troubleshooting tips 51

TV button 18, 32 "IV codes 33 TVfunction buttons 19

"I'V,programming the remote to control 32 "I-V-VCR button 16, 19, 43, 44, 45, 46, 49

UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER... PLEASE RE-ENTER

message 27

VCR, cleaning 54 VCR button 18

VCR channels list 8 VCR indicator 16, 49

VCR MAIN MENU 5, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 18, 25, 26 VCR Plus+

channel list 26 channel list screen 14 menu 26

PlusCode number 27

set up channels 12

using 26

worksheet 13

Viewing channel 5 VOL buttons 20

Warranty, limited 55 ZERO search feature 38

ZERO SEARCH menu 38

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If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Servicenter from the yellow pages. Please do not

send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service

for your product.

THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

10330 North Meridian Street

Indianapolis, IN 46290

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