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USER’S
GUIDE
VR336
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
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i
Introduction
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire
or shock hazard, do not
expose this product to
rain or moisture.
Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la
borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label (normally located on the back of the product) for the proper
operating voltage for this product.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the
user’s authority to operate it.
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.
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._____________________________________________________________________
Serial No. _____________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Important Information
VR336
Cautions
Note To Cable TV Installer
Product Registration
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol indicates “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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Introduction
Table of Contents
1
Important Information
Warnings______________________________ i
Cautions ______________________________ i
Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i
Product Registration ____________________ i
Hooking Up the VCR
Choosing a Hookup ____________________ 2
Antenna or Cable System Without a
Cable Box _________________________ 3
Cable System With Cable Box to
Unscramble All Channels ___________ 4
Cable System With Cable Box to
Unscramble Pay Channels Only______ 5
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes_ 6
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 7
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 7
Turn on TV________________________ 7
Turn on VCR ______________________ 7
Select the Language ________________ 8
Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 8
Add or Remove Channels from
VCR's Memory__________________ 9
Set the Time and Date ______________ 9
Set the
Auto TV/VCR Feature ________ 9
Use TV•VCR Button _______________ 10
Using the Remote Control
Buttons ______________________________ 11
Playing a Tape
Playback _____________________________ 12
Using the Playback Features
Auto Play ________________________12
Pause for Stop Action______________ 13
Picture Search ____________________ 13
Automatic Tracking _______________ 13
Manual Tracking__________________ 13
DISPLAY Button __________________ 14
Time Counter_____________________ 14
Commercial Scan _________________ 15
Index Search _____________________ 15
Go-To Search _____________________ 15
Recording a Program
Recordings ___________________________ 16
Recording Speeds _________________ 16
Normal Recording
To Make a Recording ______________ 16
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is
Recording a Different Channel ___ 16
Express Recording ____________________17
Recording While You're Away
Timer Recording __________________ 18
Select Cable Box Viewing Channel __ 19
Checking or Clearing Timer
Recordings ____________________ 20
Timer Recording From the
VCR’s Line Input _______________ 20
Recording Features
Recording Pause __________________ 20
Using Two VCRs for Copying
and Editing Tapes
Operating Instructions_____________ 21
Copying and Editing Using a
Compatible Remote_____________ 21
References
Location of Controls
Front Panel_______________________ 22
Back Panel _______________________ 23
Display Panel_____________________ 23
Trouble Checks ____________________ 24-25
Specifications_________________________ 26
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 26
Limited Warranty _____________________ 27
Index _____________________________ 28-29
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Hooking Up the VCR
Choosing a Hookup
The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types:
Basic (A) and Advanced (B).
The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable
connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be
needed.
The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a TV with audio and video
jacks. The advanced hookup may improve the picture quality as well as
convenience of operation.
Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.
1. How does your TV receive signals?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Outside antenna – Turn to page 3.
B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna – Turn to page 3.
C. Cable System – Go to question 2.
2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Cable without a box – Turn to page 3.
B. Cable box to unscramble all the channels – Turn to page 4.
C. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime,
Cinemax, etc. – Turn to page 5.
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.
Optional Hookups
How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes.
A. Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.
B. Then, modify the connections as shown on page 6.
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Hooking Up the VCR
OUT TO
TV
IN FROM
ANT.
CH
3564
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
Back of VCR
Back of TV
300/75 Ohm
Adapter
OR
From Antenna
or Cable
Cable/
Antenna
OR
VHF
UHF
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a basic connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH 3
5566
4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
Tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
4.
B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation — use of TV•VCR button is not
required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter
may be required to hear sound from both
channels if your TV is stereo.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
3.
Tune the TV to its LINE (audio/video)
input to watch the VCR. All pay channels
are viewed through the VCR.
Set the AUTO TV/VCR feature to OFF.
See
Auto TV/VCR step in “Startup” section.
Go to “Startup” section.
Go to “Startup” section.
OUT TO
TV
IN FROM
ANT.
CH
3564
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
Back of VCR
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
CABLE /
ANTENNA
L /
MONO
RIGHT
VIDEO
INPUT
INOUT
From Antenna
or Cable
OR
Back of TV
300/75 Ohm
Adapter
Audio/Video Cables
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
A
B
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Hooking Up the VCR
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels
OUT TO
TV
IN FROM
ANT.
CH
3564
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
Back of VCR
OUTIN
Cable Box
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
Back of TV
Cable/
Antenna
OR
VHF
UHF
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a basic connection which
requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH 3
5566
4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
Tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
4.
B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation — use of TV•VCR button is not
required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may
be required to hear sound from both
channels if your TV is stereo.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
3.
Tune the TV to its LINE (audio/video)
input to watch the VCR. All pay channels
are viewed through the VCR.
Set the AUTO TV/VCR feature to OFF. See
Auto TV/VCR step in “Startup” section.
Go to “Startup” section.
Go to “Startup” section.
A
B
From Cable
Back of VCR
VIDEO
CH
3564
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
Back of TV
Cable Box
RF Coaxial
Cable
IN
OUT
Audio/Video Cables
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
L /
MONO
OUTIN
IN FROM
ANT.
OUT TO
TV
CABLE /
ANTENNA
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
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Hooking Up the VCR
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)
OUT TO
TV
IN FROM
ANT.
CH
3564
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
Back of VCR
OUTIN
Cable Box
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
Back of TV
Cable/
Antenna
OR
VHF
UHF
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a basic connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH 3
5566
4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
Tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
4.
B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation — use of TV•VCR button is not
required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional
accessories not provided. A Y-adapter
may be required to hear sound from both
channels if your TV is stereo.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
3.
Tune the TV to its LINE (audio/video)
input to watch the VCR. All pay channels
are viewed through the VCR.
Go to “Startup” section.
Go to “Startup” section.
A
B
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
(supplied)
Signal
Splitter
Cable Box
OUTIN
VIDEO
CH
3564
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
Back of TV
Back of VCR
IN
OUT
Audio/Video Cables
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
L /
MONO
IN FROM
ANT.
OUT TO
TV
CABLE /
ANTENNA
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Hooking Up the VCR
Connecting T wo VCRs for Copying Tapes
OUT TO
TV
IN FROM
ANT.
CH
3 564
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
OUT TO
TV
IN FROM
ANT.
CH
3 564
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
Playback VCR
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Recording VCR
Audio/Video
Cables
RF Coaxial
Cable
or
Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
pages 3, 4, or 5.
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
Option A Hookup.
Use this hookup for a basic connection which
requires fewer accessories.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
and then modify with this connection.
2. Set the CH 3
5566
4 switch on the playback
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.
Tune the recording VCR to this channel to
receive the signal from the playback VCR.
3. Connect as shown.
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
5.
Option B Hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation — use of TV•VCR button is not
required.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
and then modify with this connection.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided. A Y-adapter may be required to
hear sound from both channels if your other
VCR is stereo.
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
4.
Select the LINE (audio/video) input on the
recording VCR to receive the signal from
the playback VCR.
Go to “Startup” section.
Go to “Startup” section.
B
A
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
television programs and other materials
may infringe the rights of others.
Audio/Video
Cables
Playback VCR
OUT
VIDEO
CH
3 564
CH
3 564
AUDIO
Audio/Video
Cables
OUT
VIDEO
AUDIO
or
Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
pages 3, 4, or 5.
IN
Recording
IN
RF Coaxial
Cable
IN FROM
ANT.
OUT TO
TV
VCR
IN FROM
ANT.
OUT TO
TV
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
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Setting Up the VCR
1. Check accessories with VCR.
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.
2. Insert batteries in remote.
3. Turn on the TV.
A. Turn on the TV.
B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the
channel selected with the 3
56
4switch on back of VCR.
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to
the TV’s video input. (See TV owner’s manual for details.)
4. Turn on the VCR.
Press POWER on the remote.
The
POWER and VCR indicators light in the display panel.
Remote
(Stock No. 233443)
MENU CLEAR INPUT PREV CH
SPEED
TRACKING CHANNEL
RECORD
PAUSE
SEARCH
STOP
TV•VCR DISPLAY
REW
PLAY
FF
1
23
4
56
7
89
0
POWER
RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 207417)
2 “AA” Batteries
Startup
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
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5. Select the language.
The VCR displays the on-screen menus in the English, Spanish
or French language. The word “Language” cycles through the
different languages when the VCR Main Menu is displayed on
the TV screen. The arrow indicates which language is selected.
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on
the TV screen.
B. Press 5to display the LANGUAGEor IDIOMA or LANGUE
menu. (English: LANGUAGE; Spanish: IDIOMA; French:
LANGUE).
• Press 1 to have the menus displayed in English (Ingles).
• Press 2 to have the menus displayed in Spanish
(Español).
• Press 3 to have the menus displayed in French
(Français).
6. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.
The AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH feature memorizes the channel
list available through your signal type—cable or antenna. The
signal type is automatically selected when you auto channel
search. Also, if you change your signal system, you must
perform AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH again.
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This takes
about one to two minutes. The TV tunes to the lowest channel
found. Pressing CHANNEL up or down selects only the active
channels.
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV
screen. If this menu does not appear:
• Make sure the TV is tuned to same channel as the CH 3/4
switch on the VCR or the TV’s video input (refer to TV’s
manual).
• If you use a basic hookup, check the VCR indicator in
display panel — it should be on. Press TV•VCR to turn
it on.
• Check the connections.
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
C. Press 1to begin AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH.
The VCR automatically selects the CABLE (cable TV) or
ANTENNA signal. For cable connection, 125 channels are
searched; for an antenna connection, 69 channels are
searched.
To change the Signal Type:
A. Follow steps A-B above.
B. Press 3 to switch the Signal Type between CABLE and
ANTENNA.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
3 Channels
4 Preferences
5 Language
LANGUAGE
Select a language.
1➛English
2 Español
3 Français
Press MENU to continue
VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
3 Channels
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: ANTENNA
4 Cable Box Setup
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Now scanning channel 14
Press any key to cancel
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
3 Channels
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
7. Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory.
You may want to add or remove channels if some of the channels
are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want to watch
them.
We recommend channels be placed in memory using the AUTO
CHANNEL SEARCH feature before adding or removing channels.
A. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on
the TV screen.
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
C. Press 2to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL display.
D. Follow the directions on the screen.
E. Add or remove more channels using the CHANNELup and
down buttons.
8. Set the time and date.
When you first turn on the VCR, --:-- appears in the clock area of
the VCR’s display panel.
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the
TV screen.
B. Press 2 to display SET TIME AND DATE.
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the remote.
• Press 0 before single-digit numbers.
Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7 for a time
of 5:07. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM.
• Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.
D. Press MENU twice on remote to remove SET TIME AND DATE
from the TV screen and start the clock.
The time and date appear on the TV screen when you
press DISPLAY.
9.Set the AUTO TV/VCR feature.
Skip this step if you used one of the basic hookups.
If you connected your VCR using the TV’s video input, you can
prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically and
interrupting your TV signal.
A. Press MENU on remote to see VCR MAIN MENU on the
TV screen.
B. Press 4 to display PREFERENCES.
C. Press 3 to select AutoTV/VCR: ON or OFF.
• Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch
your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. Press the TV•VCR
button to turn the VCR indicator on or off to switch between
the picture coming from the VCR or television channels.
• Select OFF if you used one of the advanced hookups and
watch your VCR on the video input channel of your TV. The
VCR indicator will not turn on automatically, nor interrupt
the TV signal.
Pressing TV•VCR on the remote will still turn the VCR
indicator on or off.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
Channels 03
is presently ADDED
Press CLEAR to remove
Press MENU to exit
SET TIME AND DATE
Time --:-- --
(hh:mm)
Date --/--/--
SET TIME AND DATE
Time 02:30 PM
(hh:mm)
Date 08/04/96 Sunday
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to set
VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
3 Channels
4 Preferences
PREFERENCES
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
0 Exit
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10. Use TV•VCR button.
Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.
When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets you
switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture
from the TV channel. This button lets you record a program on the
VCR while watching another channel on the TV.
See “Recording”
section for more information.
A. Press POWER to turn on the VCR.
B. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.
C. Press CHANNELup or down to change channels on the VCR.
The channel number appears on the TV screen.
D. Press TV•VCR to see the TV channels.
The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel. Change
channels using the TV’s remote.
E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel — CH3 or CH4.
F. Press TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
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Using the Remote Control
Buttons
MENU CLEAR INPUT PREV CH
SPEED
TRACKING CHANNEL
RECORD
PAUSE
SEARCH
STOP
TV•VCR DISPLAY
REW
PLAY
FF
1
2 3
4
5 6
7
8 9
0
POWER
CHANNEL 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 VCR for a timer
recording.
DISPLAY
Shows VCR operating displays on
the TV screen.
Displays the time counter.
FF (Fast Forward)
Fast forwards the tape when the
VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture in forward
motion during playback.
INPUT
Turns the line input on or off.
Line input refers to the signal
coming from the component
connected to the audio/video jacks
on the back of the VCR.
MENU
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU on
the TV screen.
Removes a menu from the screen.
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.
POWER
Turns the VCR on and off.
PAUSE
Pauses action for viewing during
playback.
Pauses recording to prevent
recording of unwanted scenes.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Switches between two channels.
Select one channel and then select
another. Press PREV CH to switch
between the two channels.
RECORD
Starts VCR recording.
Used for express recording.
See page 17.
REW (Rewind)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse
motion during playback.
SEARCH
Displays INDEX and GO-TO
SEARCH menus on TV.
Advances tape 60 or 120 seconds
during playback.
SPEED (Tape Speed)
Selects a recording speed
(SP or SLP).
STOP
Stops the normal functions such as
record, playback, rewind, fast
forward, and pause of the VCR.
TRACKING Up or Down
Lets you manually reduce the
streaks that may appear on the
picture during play or pause.
Reduces picture “jitter” during
stop-action playback.
TV•VCR
Switches the picture signal so
that it either comes from the VCR or
the TV channel. See page 10.
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Playing a Tape
To play a tape
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TV’s video input to see
the picture from the VCR.
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.
The VCR automatically turns on. The VCR indicator lights if the Auto
TV/VCR feature is set to ON. The tape automatically begins playback
if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed and the Auto Play
feature is turned on.
3. Press PLAY, if necessary.
4. Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture,
if necessary. Refer to “Manual and Automatic Tracking” section.
5. Press STOP.
6. Press REW.
End of Tape
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the
tape during playback.
Power Off
If you press POWER while a tape is rewinding, the VCR turns off
automatically when it is completely rewound.
7. Press EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely
rewound.
Using the Playback Features
Auto Play Feature
This feature lets you tell the VCR whether you want it to automatically start playing a tape that is
inserted with the safety tab removed.
1. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV
screen.
2. Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
3. Press 2 to select Auto Play: ON or OFF.
• Select ON to have a tape with its safety tab removed start playing
automatically.
• Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab removed
to start playing automatically.
TV• VCR
EJECT
POWER
CHANNEL
TRACKING
FWD
REW PLAY
PAUSERECORD STOP
INPUT
ON SCREEN PROGRAMMING
Safety Tab
Playback
VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
3 Channels
4 Preferences
PREFERENCES
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
0 Exit
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Using the Playback Features
Playing a Tape
Pause for Stop Action
This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the scene.
Stop action works well for tapes recorded in SP or SLP speed.
1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.
2. Press TRACKING up or down to reduce any jittering of
the picture.
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR switches from stop-action playback to stop after
a few minutes.
Picture Search
You can search for a specific picture location during playback by fast forwarding or
rewinding the tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best
for tapes recorded in SP or SLP speed.
Fast Forward Search
1. During playback, press FF on the remote or FWD on the
VCR to search forward at a faster-than-normal speed.
2. Press the button again or press PLAY to return to
playback.
Rewind Search
1. During playback, press REW on the remote or VCR to
search in reverse at a faster-than-normal speed.
2. Press the button again or press PLAY to return to
playback.
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.
Manual Tracking
Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a different
VCR or camcorder. Tracking is used when playing a tape, and it has no effect during
recording.
• When streaks or snow appear in the picture, press
TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR for the
best possible picture.
• During pause, press TRACKING up or down on the
remote to reduce any jittering of the picture.
• 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.
MENU CLEAR INPUT PREV CH
SPEED
TRACKING CHANNEL
RECORD
PAUSE
SEARCH
STOP
TV•VCR DISPLAY
REW
PLAY
FF
1
2 3
4
5 6
7
8 9
0
POWER
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DISPLAY Button
The DISPLAY button shows the status of the VCR channel number, time
counter, date, time and tape speed on the TV screen. The time and date must be
set before they can be displayed.
1. Press DISPLAYto display the status of
the VCR.
If you do not press DISPLAY again, these
displays will time out.
2. Press DISPLAYagain to have only the time
counter remain on the TV screen.
3. Press DISPLAYagain to return to the normal
status displays.
Turning off the VCR automatically returns the
displays to normal.
Time Counter
The time counter shows the elapsed time it takes to record a program or play
back a segment of a prerecorded 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 a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the tape,
you would:
1. Insert the prerecorded tape, and make sure it is
rewound to the beginning. Press STOP.
2. Press DISPLAYtwice to display only the time
counter on the TV screen.
3. Press CLEARto reset the time counter to
0:00:00.
4. Press F.FWD to fast forward the tape until the
time counter reads 0:30:00.
5. Press STOP. This is the approximate end of the
program and you can begin recording at this
spot.
6. Press DISPLAYtwice to remove the time
counter from the screen and return to the
normal displays.
Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
0:30:00
Stop Ch 05 0:30:00
08/04/96 Sun 01:30AM SLP
Press
DISPLAY
Status Displays
Will Time Out
Time Counter Only
Will Not Time Out
No displays
Press
DISPLAY
Again
Press
DISPLAY
Again
0:30:00
Hours
Minutes
Seconds
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Playing a Tape
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button)
This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments.
1. Press SEARCH once during playback to advance
the tape approximately 60 seconds.
2. Press SEARCH twice during playback to advance the
tape approximately 120 seconds.
Index Search
The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records an index mark on
the tape every time you begin recording a program. Your VCR has two index playback
features. To locate the program you want to play, select a specific index number or search
by scanning.
Some index marks may be missed by the VCR.
• A mark too close to the current 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
searching from the beginning of the tape.
To Index Search
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX
SEARCH menu on the TV screen.
3. Press REW or FF on the remote to scan or enter the
number of index marks you want the VCR to search.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
Once the index mark or marks are found, the tape
begins playback.
4. Follow the directions on the screen.
Go-To Search
The VCR searches for the time counter reading you enter and automatically begins
playing back the tape.
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
2. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the
GO-TO SEARCH menu on the TV screen.
3. Enter the hour(s) and minute(s) of the time counter
reading you want the VCR to search.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
4. Press REW or FF on the remote to search.
5. Press STOP to stop Go-To Searching.
GO-TO SEARCH
Current tape counter is
2:17:25
Press REW or FF to go to
-:--:00
Press SEARCH to exit
INDEX SEARCH
Press REW or FF
to begin scanning
OR
Enter a specific
Index number
--
Press SEARCH to exit
INDEX SEARCH
Searching for
index marks...
Press STOP to cancel
Using the Playback Features
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Recording a Program
Your VCR provides different recording options. These options are explained in this section of the manual.
Recording Speeds
Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP or SLP). The speed
you select appears on the TV screen. Tapes recorded in LP can be played in this
VCR.
SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. That is why most
prerecorded, rental tapes are recorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded
on the tape. Special effects such as pause, frame advance, slow motion, and
picture search work well in this speed.
SLP (Super Long Play) gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded
in SP. Special effects such as pause, frame advance, slow motion, and picture
search work well in this speed.
Normal Recording
To Make a Recording
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TV’s
video input channel.
1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
2. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator lights in the
VCR’s display panel. If not, press TV•VCR to turn it on.
3. Select recording speed using SPEED on the remote.
The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen.
4. Select the channel to be recorded.
The channel number appears on the TV screen.
5. Press RECORD to begin recording.
RECORD indicator lights in the VCR’s display panel while the VCR is
recording.
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel
For some cable box hookups, this recording feature may not apply. Contact
your local cable company for assistance.
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 above.
2. If using one of the basic hookups, press TV•VCR to switch to the
TV channel.
The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.
3. Select the channel you want to watch with the TV’s channel buttons.
4. Press STOP when recording is finished.
Recordings
Recording Time
Cassette SP SLP
T-120 2Hrs 6Hrs
T-160 2Hrs 40Min 8Hrs
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Recording a Program
Express Recording
Express recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program
feature. The VCR will turn off automatically at the end of the recording.
TV •VCR
EJECT
POWER
CHANNEL
TRACKING
FWD
REW PLAY
PAUSERECORD STOP
INPUT
RECORD
1. Turn on the VCR.
2. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
3. Select the channel you want to record.
4. Select the desired recording speed using SPEED on the
remote.
5. Press RECORD to activate recording.
6. Press RECORD repeatedly until the amount of recording
time for the program is displayed in the VCR’s display
panel or on the TV screen.
Each press increases the time — 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
The amount of time the VCR will record appears on the TV
screen and the RECORD and TIMER indicators light in the
VCR display panel.
Stopping a Recording in Progress
You can stop a recording by:
• Pressing and holding the STOP button for approximately
three seconds.
• Pressing the RECORD button until 0:00 is displayed for the
recording.
Rec Ch 04
Record Length 0:00
Press REC to set length
Display on TV Screen
Press Recording
RECORD Time
0:30 (30 Min)
1:00 (1 Hr)
1:30 (1 Hr, 30 Min)
2:00 (2 Hrs)
3:00 (3 Hrs)
4:00 (4 Hrs)
0:00 (Recording Turns Off)
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
TIMER RECORDINGS
1 Create a New Program
Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
The timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a
one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that:
• The clock is set correctly.
• A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record the program(s).
• If you receive all channels through a cable box, select a cable box viewing channel
as described on
the next page.
Program 1 has been saved
Remember to insert a
recordable tape and
turn the VCR off before
the program start time.
Setting a Timer Recording
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU.
2. Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.
3. Press 1 to display the Create a New Program menu.
4. Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select type of program.
1 One time — single program recorded once.
2 Daily — program recorded at same time every day.
3 Weekdays — program recorded at same
time Monday through Friday.
4 Weekly — program recorded at same time
once a week.
5. Press number buttons on the remote to enter the channel
number (or INPUT to select the line input), start time
including AM or PM, end time, and start date of the
recording. Just follow the on-screen prompts.
Press CLEAR to correct an entry.
If you receive all channels from a cable box and have
completed Cable Box Setup on the next page, the output
channel of your cable box will automatically appear on
the menu.
6. Select recording speed using SPEED or number button
on the remote.
7. Press MENU to enter your program.
A reminder appears which times out.
PROGRAMS OVERLAP may appear on the screen if you
entered two programs where the times overlap.
8. The TIMER RECORDINGS menu appears. Press 1 to
enter an additional timer program, or press 0 to exit.
9.
Turn off the VCR before recording begins.
TIMER indicator lights in the VCR display panel when
the timer has been programmed.
10. If using a cable box, leave it turned on and tuned to
the channel you want to record.
Stopping a Recording in Progress
You can stop a recording by pressing and holding the STOP
button for approximately three seconds.
How often should this
Program record?
1 One time
2 Daily (every day)
3 Weekdays (M - F)
4 Weekly (once per week)
Program 1 (One Time)
Channel --
Program 1 (One Time)
Channel 08
Start Time --:-- --
Program 1 (One Time)
Channel 08
Start Time 02:10 AM 1=AM
End Time --:-- 2=PM
Program 1 (One Time)
Channel 08
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time 03:35 PM
Start Date 08/04/96 Sun
Tape Speed SLP
1=SP 2=SLP
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to save
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
3 Channels
Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
Select Cable Box Viewing Channel
If you have a cable box, follow the directions below.
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU on the TV screen.
2. Press 3 to display CHANNELS menu.
3. Press 4 to display Cable Box Setup menu.
4. Select one of the three options:
1 ALL Channels
• Press 1 for ALL channels and then enter two
numbers for the output channel of your cable
box. (Valid numbers are 01-13.)
• Press CLEAR to correct an entry.
If you connected your cable box to the VCR
using the cable box’s AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks,
press INPUT on the VCR to select VIDEO IN
option.
• Press MENU. A message appears which will
time out or press MENU to return to VCR MAIN
MENU.
VCR will now automatically enter the output
channel of your cable box in the Timer
Recordings menu.
2 Only SOME Channels
Skip this setup if your cable box is not required for
all channels.
• Press 2 for Only SOME channels.
• Press MENU to continue.
3 Cancel setup
• Press 3 to cancel the CABLE BOX SETUP
feature.
• Press MENU to continue.
CABLE BOX SETUP
On what channel does
the VCR receive signals
from the cable box?
(usually 3, 4 or Video)
--
Press 01-13 or INPUT
Press MENU to cancel
CABLE BOX SETUP
The feature works only
if the cable box is used
to receive ALL channels.
Consult your User's
Manual for assistance.
Press MENU to continue
CABLE BOX SETUP
The Cable Box Setup
was canceled.
The VCR will NOT control
the cable box channel
during timer recordings.
Press MENU to continue
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: ANTENNA
4 Cable Box Setup
CABLE BOX SETUP
Do you use your cable
box to receive ALL
channels or only SOME
channels?
1 ALL channels
2 Only SOME channels
3 Cancel setup
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
TIMER RECORDINGS
1 Create a New Program
2 Review Existing Progs.
Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings
1. Press MENU on remote to display VCR MAIN
MENU on TV screen.
2. Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.
3. Press 2 for Review Existing Progs. feature.
4. Press MENU to display the next program or press
CLEAR to erase the program on the screen.
Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input
The line input refers to the signal coming from the
AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks of the VCR. Recording from
the line input is convenient if you have a satellite
receiver or similar component attached to these jacks.
To timer record from the component connected to the
VCR’s line input:
Press INPUT to enter VIDEO instead of the channel
number on the TV screen during timer programming.
Recording Features
Recording Pause
To prevent recording short passages of unwanted material, use PAUSE during
recording to stop and start recording. The VCR automatically switches from pause
to stop after a few minutes.
Program 1 (One Time)
Channel 08
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time 03:35 PM
Start Date 08/04/96 Sun
Tape Speed SLP
Press CLEAR to erase
Press MENU for next prog
Program 1 (One Time)
Channel VIDEO
Start Time 02:10 PM
End Time 03:35 PM
Start Date 08/04/96 Sun
Tape Speed SLP
Press CLEAR to erase
Press MENU for next prog
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2 Set Clock
3 Channels
4 Preferences
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Operating Instructions
(Refer to “Connecting Two VCRs for Copying” hookups.)
Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR.
1. Turn on the TV and VCRs.
2. Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video input.
3. If you have connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune recording
VCR to channel 3 or 4 — the one selected on the back of the playback VCR.
If you have connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press INPUT on
recording VCR to select the line input.
4. Insert the tape you want to copy into playback VCR. Insert a blank tape
with safety tab in place into recording VCR.
5. Press PLAY, then PAUSE on playback VCR when you reach the point on
the tape or program where you want to begin copying. If the tape was not
recorded on the playback VCR, streaks may appear and you may need to
adjust tracking. To prevent on-screen displays on the playback VCR from
appearing on the recording, use PAUSE button to start and stop playback.
6. Press RECORD, then PAUSE, on recording VCR.
7. Press PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time to begin copying the
tape.*
8. Edit out segments that you do not want to copy by pressing PAUSE on
recording VCR to stop copying the tape. Then locate the next segment you
want to copy on the playback VCR by using FWD, REW, and PLAY. Press
PAUSE on the playback VCR. Press PAUSE at the same time on both
VCRs to resume copying.
9. Press STOP on both VCRs when you are finished.
* You may turn off the TV after the recording has started as it does not have to
be on to copy a tape.
Copying and Editing Using Compatible Remote
If you have a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE remote with VCR1
and VCR2 buttons, you can program this VCR to respond to VCR1
(VCR2). This allows you to control both VCRs with one remote for
easier copying and editing.
Set the Remote Control feature of this VCR to the VCR1 or
VCR2 position. The remote then controls the VCR with
either the VCR1 or VCR2 button — whichever position
you select in the menu.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 4 to display PREFERENCES.
3. Press 1 to activate the Remote Control feature.
4. Press VCR1 or VCR2 on your compatible remote to
change the setting and program this VCR to respond to
the VCR1 or VCR2 button — whichever you select.
PREFERENCES
1 Remote Control: VCR1
Recording a Program
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes
Caution: The unauthorized
recording of television
programs and other
materials may infringe the
rights of others.
Important Reminder: Remember you must press VCR1
or VCR2 on the remote — whichever you selected in the
menu — before the remote will operate this VCR.
PREFERENCES
( PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE )
2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
0 Exit
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Location of Controls
TV •VCR
EJECT
POWER
CHANNEL
TRACKING
FWD
REW PLAY
PAUSERECORD STOP
INPUT
CHANNEL/TRACKING Up or Down
Selects next higher or lower channel in the
VCR’s channel memory.
Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing.
EJECT
Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the
cassette.
FWD (Fast Forward)
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
Searches the picture forward during
playback.
INPUT
Turns the line input on or off.
Line input refers to the signal coming from
the component connected to the
audio/video jacks on the back of the VCR.
PAUSE
Pauses action for viewing during
playback.
Pauses recording to prevent recording of
unwanted scenes.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
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 with no
objects between them.
REW
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse during
playback.
STOP
Stops the normal functions such as record,
playback, rewind, fast forward, or pause.
TV•VCR
Switches the picture signal so that it either
comes from the VCR or the TV channel.
See page 10.
Front Panel
Tape Compartment
Remote Sensor
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Location of Controls
Back Panel
CH 3
55 66
4 Switch
Selects the channel to which you will tune the
TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the
VCR using one of the basic hookups.
IN FROM ANT. (Antenna) Connector
Receives the signal from an antenna or cable
system that is attached to this connector.
OUT TO TV Connector
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.
VIDEO and AUDIO IN Jacks
Receives signals from another component, like
a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to
these jacks.
Use
INPUT to select.
VIDEO and AUDIO OUT Jacks
Sends signals from VCR to another component,
like a TV monitor or VCR, when it is connected
to these jacks.
OUT TO
TV
IN FROM
ANT.
CH
3 564
AUDIO
VIDEO
IN
OUT
POWER
VCR
TIMER
RECORD
POWER Indicator
Lights when the VCR is on.
RECORD Indicator
Lights when the VCR is recording.
TIMER Indicator
Shows VCR is set for timer recording when
VCR is turned off.
VCR Indicator
Press TV•VCR to turn on or off.
When using one of the basic hookups:
• With VCR indicator on, the picture comes
from the VCR.
• With VCR indicator off, the picture comes
from the television channels.
Display Panel
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Trouble Checks
Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below
before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter.
No power
VCR does not respond to remote
Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing
Snowy or no picture during playback
Streaks in picture during normal playback
Time counter not working
Will not record or play
Will not record
Timer recording not made or wrong program
recorded
• Plug VCR into an operating outlet.
• Check connections.
• Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.
• Change batteries.
• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator off.
• Switch TV to an active channel.
• Check antenna connections.
• Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.
• Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel
selected with CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.
• Check TV’s fine tuning.
• Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.
• Set TV monitor to video input channel.
• Try another tape.
• Some snow/streaks are normal during search, frame advance, slow motion,
and stop action playback.
• Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down and out of
the picture.
• Check tape — it may be worn out or of poor quality.
• 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.
• No cassette in VCR.
• Eject and re-insert cassette.
• Broken tape — try another cassette.
• VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE.
• Safety tab removed from cassette.
• Make sure the line input is not selected. Press INPUT to turn off the line
input.
• Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin.
• Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).
• Power interruption. Reset clock.
• Check to see if time and date are correct — including AM/PM.
• Program exceeded tape’s length or tape was not rewound beforehand.
• VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start.
• No tape in VCR or cassette’s safety tab broken off.
Trouble Here's what to try:
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References
Trouble Checks
Trouble Here's what to try:
Rewind does not operate
VCR makes noise when stopped
Will not auto channel search active
channels correctly
Cannot select channels over 69
Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to
play automatically
• Tape already rewound.
• 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.
• Check antenna connections.
• Check Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 8.
• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA
feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 8.
• Set Auto Play ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 12.
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References
Format: VHS
Record/Playback Video: 2-Head
System: Audio: Mono record/playback system
Video Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC color
Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined
antenna terminal
Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability*
(125 cable channels)
Canada: 178 channels capability*
(122 cable channels)
Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis
Power Requirement: 120V AC, 60 Hz
Power Consumption: 17 watts
Dimensions: 3.6 inches high
(91.5 mm)
15.4 inches wide
(390 mm)
12.5 inches deep
(318.5 mm)
Weight: 8.8 pounds
(4.0 kg)
Storage Temperature
Range: - 22˚F to +149˚F
(- 30˚C to +65˚C)
Operating
Temperature Range: +41˚F to +104˚F
(+ 5˚C to +40˚C)
*Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.
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 non-abrasive, anti-static cleaner and polisher.
Specifications
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Limited Warranty
What your warranty covers:
• Any defect in material or workmanship.
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 RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your
VCR.
• Pay any Authorized RCA 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 RCA VCR Servicenter. To identify your
nearest Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter, ask your dealer, look in the
Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.
• 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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Index
Accessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Add or Remove Channels from Memory . . . . . . .9
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3
AUDIO and VIDEO Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6,20,23
Auto Play Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Auto TV/VCR Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,12
Auto Channel Search Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Batteries, Inserting in Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Cable Box Viewing Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Cable System With Cable Box Connections . .2,3-5
Cable System Without Cable Box Connections .2,3
Card, Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i
Cassette, Insert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
CH3564 Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-7,10,23
CHANNEL Up or Down Button . . . . . . . . .8,9,11,22
CHANNELS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,9
Checking Timer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Checks, Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24,25
Choosing a Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Cleaning the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
CLEAR Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,11,14,15,18,20
Clearing Timer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Commercial Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Connections
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3
Cable System with Cable Box for All
Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,4
Cable System with Cable Box for Pay
Channels Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,5
Cable System with No Cable Box . . . . . . . .2,3
VCR for Tape Copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,6
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Copying Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Date and Time, Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Design Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
DISPLAY Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,14
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Displays, Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Editing Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
EJECT Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12,22
Express Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Express Recording, Stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
FF or FWD (Fast Forward)
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,13,15,21,22
French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
GO-TO SEARCH Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Hook-Ups
Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3
Cable System with Cable Box for All
Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,4
Cable System with Cable Box for Pay
Channels Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,5
Cable System with No Cable Box . . . . . . . .2,3
VCR for Tape Copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,6
Indicators
POWER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TIMER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Idioma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
IN FROM ANT (Antenna) Connector . . . . . . .3-6,23
INDEX SEARCH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
INPUT Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,20-22,23
Insert Cassette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Langue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Line Input, Recording From . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Location of Controls
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
VCR Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
VCR Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
VCR Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
LP Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
MENU Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-11,18-20
Normal Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Number Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
On-Screen Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Operating Instructions
Copying Tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Express Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Normal Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Playing a Tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
OUT TO TV Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6,23
PAUSE Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,13,20,21
Pause for Stop Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Pause, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Picture Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
PLAY Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,12,21,22
POWER Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,22
POWER Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
PREFERENCES Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,10,12,21
PREV CH (Previous Channel) Button . . . . . . . . .11
Problems, Solving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24,25
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i
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References
Index
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Tape Speed Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Tape
Copying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Playing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Time and Date, Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Time Counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Timer Recording
Checking and Clearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Setting a Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Stopping a Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
TIMER Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
TIMER RECORDINGS Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
TRACKING Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,13,22
Trouble Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24,25
Turn On VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
TV•VCR Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,10,11,12,22
VCR Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22,23
VCR Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9,10,12,23
VCR MAIN MENU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,9,18,19
VCR, Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
VCR, Turn On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
VCR1 and VCR2 Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
VCRs, Connecting for Tape Copying . . . . . . . . . .6
Warranty, Limited . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Watch One Channel While Recording
Another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
PROGRAMS OVERLAP Message . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
RECORD Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17,18,23
RECORD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,16,18,22
Recording
Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Watching One Program While Recording
Another . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Recording, Normal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i
Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Remote Control: VCR1/VCR2 Feature . . . . . . . .21
Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Remove or Add Channels from Memory . . . . . . .9
REMOVE/ADD Channel Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
REW (Rewind) Button . . . . . . . . . . . .11,13,15,21,22
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .i
Safety Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
SEARCH Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,15
Search, Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Sensor, Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA Feature . . . . . . . .8
SLP Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
SP Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
SPEED Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,16-18,21
Speeds, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Status Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
STOP Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,22
Stop Action Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Stopping
Express Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Timer Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
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