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USER’S
GUIDE
VR501B
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
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Introduction
WARNING
To reduce the risk of
fire or shock hazard,
do not expose this VCR
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.
Do not defeat the safety feature of the plug. The wide blade fits into the wall socket only one way.
If you need an extension cord, make sure it matches the plug of the VCR.
For U.S.A. — Operate VCR only on 120 volts, 60Hz AC power (normal house power).
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the
user’s authority to operate it.
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 VCR.
Model No.______________________________________________________________________
Serial No. _____________________________________________________________________
Purchase Date: ________________________________________________________________
Dealer/Address/Phone: ________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
Important Information
VR501B
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
Important Information
Warnings, Cautions, Note to Cable TV Installer, and 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 Only Pay Channels _____ 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 the TV and VCR ________________________________________ 7
Place Channels in the VCR's Memory _____________________________ 8
Add or Remove Channels from the VCR's Memory _________________ 8
Select the Language/Seleccione el Idioma _________________________ 9
Use TV•VCR Button____________________________________________ 9
Set the Time and Date___________________________________________ 9
Using the Remote Control
VCR Function Buttons____________________________________________ 10-11
Playing a Tape
Operating Instructions ______________________________________________ 12
Using the Playback Features
Auto Play Feature _____________________________________________ 13
Picture Search_________________________________________________ 13
DISPLAY Button ______________________________________________ 14
Time Counter _________________________________________________ 14
Zero Search___________________________________________________ 15
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) _____________________________ 15
Slow Motion__________________________________________________ 15
Pause for Stop Action __________________________________________ 16
Frame Advance _______________________________________________ 16
Automatic and Manual Tracking ________________________________ 16
Recording a Program
Types of Recordings ________________________________________________ 17
Recording Speeds_____________________________________________ 17
Recording Pause and Stopping a Recording ______________________ 17
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions ______________________________ 17
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel ________ 17
Express Recording and Stopping an Express Recording _________________ 18
Recording While You're Away
Select Cable Box Viewing Channel_______________________________ 19
Setting a Timer Recording ______________________________________ 20
Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings __________________________ 21
Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input______________________ 21
Stopping a Timer Recording ____________________________________ 21
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes _______________________ 22
Copying and Editing Using Compatible Remote ________________________22
References
Specifications ______________________________________________________ 23
Cleaning the VCR __________________________________________________ 23
Location of Controls
Front Panel ___________________________________________________ 24
Back Panel____________________________________________________ 25
Display Panel _________________________________________________ 25
Trouble Checks__________________________________________________ 26-27
Limited Warranty __________________________________________________ 28
Index _____________________________________________________________ 29
Table of Contents
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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 monitor/receiver
(TV with audio and video jacks) using a signal splitter. This connection may
improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.
Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.
1. How do you receive your TV signals?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Outside antenna – Turn to page 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.
Page 5
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the 3CH.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 the TV•VCR button is
not required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
3.
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the
VCR.
Continue to page 7.
Continue to page 7.
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Hooking Up the VCR
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
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
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
OUT
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
OUT
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
CABLE /
ANTENNA
L /
MONO
RIGHT
VIDEO
INPUT
INOUT
From Antenna
or Cable
OR
Back of TV
300/75 Ohm
Adapter
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Audio/Video Cables
Signal
Splitter
Back of VCRBack of VCR
RF
Coaxial Cable
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.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
OUT
OUTIN
Cable Box
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
Back of VCR
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 simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the 3CH.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 the TV•VCR button is
not required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
3.
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the
VCR.
Continue to page 7.
Continue to page 7.
A
B
From Cable
RF Coaxial Cable
RF Coaxial
Signal
Splitter
(supplied)
Cable Box
Cable
OUTIN
RF Coaxial
Cable
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
OUT
IN
OUT
Audio/Video Cables
S-VIDEO
Back of TV
Back of VCR
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
IN
3 CH. 4
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
L /
MONO
CABLE /
ANTENNA
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A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the 3CH.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 the TV•VCR button is
not required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
3.
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the
VCR. View all pay channels through the VCR.
Continue to page 7.
Continue to page 7.
5
Hooking Up the VCR
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
OUT
OUTIN
Cable Box
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
Back of VCR
Back of TV
Cable/
Antenna
OR
VHF
UHF
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
A
B
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
(supplied)
Signal
Splitter
Cable Box
OUTIN
RF Coaxial Cable
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
OUT
IN
Audio/Video Cables
S-VIDEO
Back of TV
OUT
RIGHT
AUDIO
L /
MONO
Back of VCR
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
IN
3 CH. 4
VIDEO
INPUT
INOUT
CABLE /
ANTENNA
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Hooking Up the VCR
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
OUT
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
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 simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
and then modify with this connection.
2. Set the 3CH.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.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
5.
Option B hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy
quality and more convenient operation —
use of the 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.
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.
Continue to page 7.
Continue to page 7.
B
A
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
television programs and other materials
may infringe the rights of others.
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
OUT
Recording VCR
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
OUT
Audio/Video
Cables
Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
Playback VCR (only)
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
IN
OUT
IN
OUT
IN
IN
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
Audio/Video
Cables
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
or
pages 3, 4, or 5.
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
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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
3CH.4 switch on back of VCR.
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV’s video input.
(See TV owner’s manual for details.)
4. Turn on the VCR.
A. Press POWER on the remote. The POWER and VCR indicators light in the VCR’s
display panel. The TIMER indicator flashes until the time is set.
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Setting Up the VCR
Remote
(Stock No. 221347)
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
INPUT
F. ADV
TRACKING
STOP
PLAY
123
546
7
9
8
0
PAUSE
SLOW
SEARCH
REC
FF
REW
CHAN
POWER
DISPLAY
TV•VCR
PREV CH
RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 221383)
2 “AA” Batteries
Startup
continued on next page
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5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.
The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power
interruption, the VCR displays a message on the TV screen
prompting you to perform AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS. If
the message does not appear, go to step A below.
If the message appears, follow the directions on the screen.
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This takes
about one to two minutes. The TV tunes to the lowest
channel found. Then, pressing CHAN up or down selects only
the active channels.
If you ever need to manually SETUP CHANNELS on the
VCR because you change cable or antenna signals:
A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV
screen. If this menu does not appear:
• Make sure TV is tuned to same channel as the 3CH.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 CHANNEL SETUP menu.
C. Press 1to begin AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS.
The VCR automatically selects CABLE (cable TV) or
ANTENNA. If you need to change the setting manually,
press 3.
6. 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.
You must place channels in memory using the AUTO-
SEARCH CHANNELS feature described above before you can
add or remove channels.
A. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU on the TV screen.
B. Press 3 to display the CHANNEL SETUP menu.
C. Press 2to display the ADD/REMOVECHANNEL menu.
D. Follow the directions on the screen.
E. Add or remove more channels using the CHANup and
down buttons.
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
3 CHANNEL SETUP
AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE...
THEN PRESS CH UP
CHANNEL SETUP
1 AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
3 TUNING MODE: CABLE
4 CABLE BOX SETUP
0 EXIT TO MAIN MENU
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
3 CHANNEL SETUP
CHANNEL SETUP
1 AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL
CH 03
IS PRESENTLY ADDED
PRESS CLEAR TO REMOVE
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
7. Select the language/Seleccione el idioma.
This feature lets you select English or Spanish as the language for
your on-screen menus.
A. Press MENU on remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 6 to switch between English or Spanish.
• Select LANGUAGE to have the menus displayed in English.
• Select IDIOMA to have the menus displayed in Spanish.
8. 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 television
channels. Also, this button lets you record a program on the VCR
while watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 17.
A. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.
B. Press CHAN up or down to change channels on the VCR.
The channel number changes on the TV screen.
C. 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.
D. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel — CH3 or CH4.
E. Press TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.
9. Set the time and date.
A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 5 to display SET VCR CLOCK.
The TIMER indicator in the VCR’s display panel flashes if the
clock is not set.
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 MENUto start the clock and remove SET VCR CLOCK
menu from the screen. The time and date appear on the TV
screen when you press the DISPLAY button.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
3 CHANNEL SETUP
4 VCR SETUP OPTIONS
5 SET VCR CLOCK
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
3 CHANNEL SETUP
4 VCR SETUP OPTIONS
5 SET VCR CLOCK
6 LANGUAGE (IDIOMA)
SET VCR CLOCK
TIME --:--
(HH:MM)
DATE --/--/--
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
VCR MENU PRINCIPAL
1 PROGRAMAR PARA GRAB.
2 REVISAR PROGRAMAS
3 CONFIGURAR CANALES
4 OPCIONES CONFIG. VCR
5 PONER HORA DE LA VCR
6 IDIOMA (LANGUAGE)
0 SALIR
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Using the Remote Control
VCR Function Buttons
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
INPUT
F. ADV
TRACKING
STOP
PLAY
1 2 3
54 6
7
9
8
0
PAUSE
SLOW
SEARCH
REC
FF
REW
CHAN
POWER
DISPLAY
TV•VCR
PREV CH
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CHAN (Channel up and down)
Selects next higher or lower channel in
the VCR’s channel memory.
CLEAR
Resets time counter to 0:00:00.
Lets you change entries when setting the
time 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.
F. ADV (Frame Advance)
Lets you view one frame with each press
of the button when tape is in stop-action
pause.
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.
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Using the Remote Control
VCR Function Buttons
(continued)
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.
PAUSE
Pauses action for viewing during
playback.
Pauses recording to prevent recording
of unwanted scenes.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
POWER
Turns VCR on and off.
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Switches between two channels.
Select one channel and then select
another. Press PREV CH to switch
between the two channels.
REC (Record)
Starts VCR recording.
Used for Express recording. See page 18.
REW (Rewind)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse motion
during playback.
SEARCH
Displays ZERO SEARCH menu on TV.
Advances the tape 60 seconds during
playback.
SLOW
Used for slow-motion playback.
SPEED (Tape Speed)
Selects a recording speed
(SP, LP, SLP).
STOP
Stops the normal VCR functions such
as record, playback, rewind, fast
forward, and pause.
TRACKING Up and 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 9.
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Playing a Tape
Operating Instructions
To Play a Tape
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or the TV’s video input to see the
picture from the VCR.
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.
The VCR automatically turns on. The POWER and VCR indicators light. 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 on the remote or the VCR to remove any streaks
from the picture, if necessary. Details are on page 16.
5. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote.
6. Press REW on the VCR or the remote.
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during
playback. Also, if you press POWER while a tape is rewinding, the VCR turns
off automatically when the tape is rewound completely.
7. Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound.
PLAY
STOP•EJECT
FWDREW
RECORD
PAUSE
POWER
TV•VCR CHANNEL
POWER VCR TIMER RECORD
TRACKING
Safety Tab
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Using the Playback Features
Playing a Tape
Auto Play Feature
This feature lets you tell the VCR whether to automatically start playing
when you insert a tape with its safety tab removed.
1. Press MENU on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 4 to display the SETUP OPTIONS menu.
3. Press 2 to select AUTO PLAY: ON or OFF.
• Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to
start playing automatically.
• Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab
removed to start playing automatically.
Picture Search
You can search for a specific tape 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 the SP or SLP speed.
No displays appear on the TV screen during search.
Fast Forward Search
1. Press FF to search forward at a faster-than-normal speed.
2. Press FF or PLAY to return to playback.
Rewind Search
1. Press REW to search backward at a faster-than-normal speed.
2. Press REW or PLAY to return to playback.
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
INPUT
F. ADV
TRACKING
STOP
PLAY
1 2 3
54
6
7
9
8
0
PAUSE
SLOW
SEARCH
REC
FF
REW
CHAN
POWER
DISPLAY
TV•VCR
PREV CH
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
3 CHANNEL SETUP
4 VCR SETUP OPTIONS
SETUP OPTIONS
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1
2 AUTO PLAY: ON
0 EXIT TO MAIN MENU
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Using the Playback Features
DISPLAY Button
1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR,
channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape
speed on the TV screen.
You must set the time and date before they can be
displayed. If you do not press DISPLAY again, this
display times out.
2. Press DISPLAY again to continually display the time
counter on the TV screen.
3. Press DISPLAY again to return to status displays.
The displays time out automatically. Turning off the
VCR automatically returns the displays to normal.
Time Counter
The time counter shows the actual 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 when the tape is ejected from the VCR.
For example, if you recorded a 30-minute program at the beginning
of the tape, you would:
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter
on the TV screen.
3. Press FF to fast forward the tape until 0:30:00 appears in
the time counter. Press STOP.
This is the end of the program. You can begin recording
a new program.
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
5. Press DISPLAY to return to normal status displays.
These displays time out automatically.
The time counter is removed from the TV screen during
picture search.
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
INPUT
F. ADV
TRACKING
STOP
PLAY
1 2 3
54
6
7
9
8
0
PAUSE
SLOW
SEARCH
REC
FF
REW
CHAN
POWER
DISPLAY
TV•VCR
PREV CH
Playing a Tape
0:30:00
STOP CH 05 0:30:00
11/17/95 FRI 01:30AM SLP
Hours
Seconds
Minutes
Press
DISPLAY
Status Displays
STOP CH 05 0:30:00
11/17/95 FRI 01:30AM SLP
Status Displays
Time Counter Only
Press
DISPLAY
Again
Press
DISPLAY
Again
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Using the Playback Features
Zero Search
The zero search feature lets you quickly return to a counter reading of
0:00:00 anywhere on a tape. This is especially convenient when you
want to watch a segment of a tape several times.
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on the
TV screen.
3. Use PLAY, FF, or REW to locate the place on the tape where
you want to return quickly.
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
5. Continue playing the tape.
6. Press STOP.
7. Press SEARCH in the stop mode to display the ZERO
SEARCH menu on the TV screen. The current time counter
appears.
8. Press REW or FF to return to 0:00:00. The time counter
remains in the upper right corner of the TV screen during
search.
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.
Slow Motion
You can view a tape in slow motion during play or play pause. Sound is
turned off during slow-motion playback. Slow motion works best in the
SP or SLP speed.
1. Press SLOW to begin slow-motion playback.
2. Use TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR to
adjust for the best possible picture.
3. Press SLOW or PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR automatically switches from slow-motion playback
to stop after a few minutes.
Playing a Tape
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
INPUT
F. ADV
TRACKING
STOP
PLAY
1 2 3
54
6
7
9
8
0
PAUSE
SLOW
SEARCH
REC
FF
REW
CHAN
POWER
DISPLAY
TV•VCR
PREV CH
ZERO SEARCH
CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS
2:17:25
PRESS REW TO GO TO 0:00
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT
ZERO SEARCH
CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS
-2:17:25
PRESS FF TO GO TO 0:00
PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT
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Pause for Stop Action
This feature stops a tape in action and lets you examine the details
of the scene on the screen. Stop action works best for tapes
recorded in the SP or SLP speed.
1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.
2. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or the
VCR to reduce any jittering of the picture.
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR automatically switches from stop-action
playback to stop after a few minutes.
Frame Advance (F. ADV Button)
Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another.
Frame advance works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP
speed.
1. Press PAUSE to stop the action.
2. Press F. ADV each time you want to view a frame of
the scene.
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to resume normal playback.
Automatic Tracking
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when
you view a tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is
turned on when a tape is inserted or the VCR’s power is turned on.
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. It has no effect during recording.
When streaks or snow appear, press TRACKING up or down on
the remote or the VCR to adjust for the best possible picture.
During stop action pause, press TRACKING up or down on the
remote or the VCR to reduce any jittering of the picture.
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
INPUT
F. ADV
TRACKING
STOP
PLAY
1 2 3
54
6
7
9
8
0
PAUSE
SLOW
SEARCH
REC
FF
REW
CHAN
POWER
DISPLAY
TV•VCR
PREV CH
Playing a Tape
Using the Playback Features
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Recording a Program
Your VCR provides different recording features. The following sections describe these features.
Recording Speeds
Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP, LP, or SLP). The speed you select appears on the
TV screen.
SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. This 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.
LP (Long Play) gives twice the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. Special
effects in playback are not recommended in LP.
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.
Recording Pause
This feature lets you prevent recording short passages of unwanted material.
Press PAUSE during recording to stop and start recording.
The VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a few minutes.
Stopping a Recording in Progress
Press STOP on the remote or STOP•EJECT on the VCR.
Basic Recording – Operating Instructions
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 its safety tab in place.
2. If you are using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears
in the VCR’s display panel. If not, press TV•VCR to turn it on.
3. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed. 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 REC on the remote or RECORD and PLAY at the same time on the VCR
to begin recording. The RECORD indicator appears in the VCR’s display panel
while the VCR is recording.
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel
1. Follow steps 1 through 5 above.
2. If you are using one of the basic hookups, press TV•VCR to switch to the TV
channel. The VCR indicator in the display panel turns off.
3. Select the channel you want to watch with the TV’s channel buttons.
4. Press STOP•EJECT on VCR or STOP on the remote when the recording
is finished.
Types of Recordings
Recording Time
Cassette SP LP SLP
T-120 2Hr 4Hr 6Hr
T-160 2Hr 40Min 5Hr 20Min 8Hr
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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 turns off automatically at the end of the recording.
Operating Instructions
1. Turn on the VCR.
2. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place.
3. Select the channel you want to record.
4. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording
speed.
5. Press RECORD and PLAY at the same time on the
VCR or REC on the remote to activate express
recording.
6. Press RECORD or REC repeatedly until the amount
of recording time for the program is displayed on
the TV screen.
Each press of RECORD or REC increases the time
— 30 minutes up to 4 hours.
PLAY
STOP•EJECT
FWDREW
RECORD
PAUSE
POWER
TV•VCR CHANNEL
POWER VCR TIMER RECORD
TRACKING
RECORD
PLAY
RECORD LENGTH 0:00
CH 04
Express Recording 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 (Turns Off)
The RECORD and TIMER indicators appear
in the VCR’s display panel.
During recording press RECORD and PLAY
at the same time on the VCR or REC on the
remote to display time remaining on the TV
screen. Press RECORD or REC again to
increase recording time.
Stopping an Express Recording in Progress
With the VCR: Press POWER then
STOP•EJECT.
With the Remote: Press POWER then STOP.
CLEAR
MENU
SPEED
INPUT
F. ADV
TRACKING
STOP
PLAY
123
54
6
7
9
8
0
PAUSE
SLOW
SEARCH
REC
FF
REW
CHAN
POWER
DISPLAY
TV•VCR
PREV CH
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Recording a Program
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
3 CHANNEL SETUP
CHANNEL SETUP
1 AUTO-SEARCH CHANNELS
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
3 TUNING MODE: CABLE
4 CABLE BOX SETUP
IS A CABLE BOX BEING
USED WITH THE VCR FOR
ALL CHANNELS?
1 YES, CONTINUE
2 NO, EXIT
YOUR VCR WILL NOW
RECEIVE ALL CHANNELS
FROM THE CABLE BOX
ON VCR CH 11
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
ENTER THE CHANNEL
NUMBER FOR VIEWING
THE CABLE BOX SIGNAL
--
PRESS 01-13 OR INPUT
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR
MAIN MENU
.
2. Press 3 to display the CHANNEL SETUP menu.
3. Press 4 to display the CABLE BOX SETUP menu.
4. Press 1 when the CABLE BOX SETUP menu
appears on the screen.
5. Press two numbers on the remote to enter the
output channel of your cable box. Press 0 before a
single-digit number. (Valid numbers are 01 – 13.)
Press CLEAR on the remote 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 remote to select the VIDEO IN option.
6. Press MENU. A message appears. You can wait for
the message to time out, or you can press MENU to
return to CHANNEL SETUP.
The VCR automatically enters the output channel
of your cable box and CABLE in the TIMER
PROGRAMMING menu.
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
Select Cable Box Viewing Channel (Required only if all
channels are received from a cable box.)
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Recording a Program
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
The timer program feature lets 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 programs.
• If you receive all channels from a cable box, make sure you have completed CABLE
BOX SETUP. See page 19.
Setting a Timer Recording
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 1 to display the TIMER PROGRAMMING menu.
3. 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.
4. Press the number buttons on the remote to enter the channel
number (or INPUT on the remote to select line input), start
time including AM or PM, end time, and start date of the
recording. Follow the on-screen prompts.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
If you receive all channels from a cable box and have
completed CABLE BOX SETUP, the output channel of your
cable box and CABLE automatically appears on the menu.
See page 19.
5. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.
6. Press MENU to enter your program. A reminder appears. You
can wait for the message to time out, or you can press MENU
to return to VCR MAIN MENU.
7. Repeat steps 2 – 6 for additional programs or press
MENU to remove the menu from the TV screen.
8. If using a cable box, leave it turned on and tuned to the
channel you want to record. Otherwise
, turn off the VCR
before the recording begins.
The TIMER indicator appears in the VCR display panel.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
HOW OFTEN SHOULD THIS
PROGRAM RECORD?
1 ONE TIME
2 DAILY (EVERY DAY)
3 WEEKDAYS (MON - FRI)
4 WEEKLY (ONCE/WEEK)
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
CHANNEL -- CABLE
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
CHANNEL 08 CABLE
START TIME --:--
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
CHANNEL 08 CABLE
START TIME 02:10 PM
END TIME --:--
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
CHANNEL 08 CABLE
START TIME 02:10 PM
END TIME 03:35 PM
START DATE 11/17/95 FRI
TAPE SPEED SLP
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT
PRESS MENU TO SAVE
PROGRAM 1
HAS BEEN SAVED
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Recording a Program
Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR
MAIN MENU on TV screen.
2. Press 2 for REVIEW PROGRAMS.
Each entered program is displayed for a few
seconds in sequence. Press MENU or 2 to display
information at a faster pace.
3. Press CLEAR on remote when the program you
want to erase appears on the screen.
Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input
The line input refers to the signal coming from the
VCR’s AUDIO1 and VIDEO1 IN jacks. 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 on the remote to enter
VIDEO IN instead of the channel number on the TV
screen during timer programming.
Stopping a Timer Recording
With the VCR: Press POWER and then STOP•EJECT
within a few seconds.
With the Remote: Press POWER and then STOP
within a few seconds.
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording)
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
CHANNEL 08 CABLE
START TIME 02:10 PM
END TIME 03:35 PM
START DATE 11/17/95 FRI
TAPE SPEED SLP
PRESS CLEAR TO DELETE
PRESS MENU FOR NEXT PROG
PROGRAM 1 - ONE TIME
CHANNEL VIDEO IN
START TIME --:-END TIME --:-START DATE --/--/-TAPE SPEED SLP
PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
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Recording a Program
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes
Operating Instructions
(Refer to hookup on page 6.)
Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR.
1. Turn on the TV and VCRs.
2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TV’s video
input.
3. If you connected your VCR using Option A, (page 6), tune the
recording VCR to channel 3 or 4 – the one you selected on the back of
the playback VCR.
If you connected your VCR using Option B, (page 6), press INPUT on
the recording VCR’s remote to select the line input.
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. Press PLAY, then PAUSE on the 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.
6. Press RECORD and PLAY at the same time on the recording VCR or
REC on the remote. Then, press PAUSE on the recording VCR.
7. Press PAUSE 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
the recording VCR’s remote 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
on both VCRs at the same time to resume copying.
9. Press STOP•EJECT 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.
Caution: The unauthorized
recording of television
programs and other
materials may infringe the
rights of others.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER PROGRAMMING
2 REVIEW PROGRAMS
3 CHANNEL SETUP
4 VCR SETUP OPTIONS
SETUP OPTIONS
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1
2 AUTO PLAY: ON
PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE
SETUP OPTIONS
1 REMOTE CONTROL: VCR2
2 AUTO PLAY: ON
0 EXIT TO MAIN MENU
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 lets you 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. Then,
the compatible remote can control the VCR with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button
depending on the position you select in the menu.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 4 to display SETUP OPTIONS.
3. Press 1 to activate the REMOTE CONTROL: VCR1 or
VCR2 feature.
4. Press VCR1 or VCR2 on your compatible VCR’s
remote to change the setting and program the VCR to
respond to VCR1 or VCR2, depending on the position
you selected in Step 3.
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References
Format: VHS
Record/Playback Video: 4-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: 18 watts
Dimensions: 3.5 inches high
(89 mm)
15 inches wide
(380 mm)
11.2 inches deep
(285 mm)
Weight: 8.2 pounds
(3.7 kg)
Storage Temperature
Range: - 22˚F to +149˚F
Operating
Temperature Range: +41˚F to +104˚F
*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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Location of Controls
PLAY
STOP•EJECT
FWDREW
RECORD
PAUSE
POWER
TV•VCR CHANNEL
POWER VCR TIMER RECORD
TRACKING
CHANNEL and TRACKING Up or Down
Selects next higher or lower channel in the
VCR’s channel memory.
Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing.
FWD (Fast Forward)
Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is
stopped.
Searches the picture forward during
playback.
PAUSE
Pauses action for viewing during
playback.
Pauses recording to prevent recording of
unwanted scenes.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
Press RECORD and PLAY to start the
VCR recording.
POWER
Turns the VCR on or off.
RECORD
Press RECORD and PLAY at the same time
to start VCR recording.
Remote Sensor
Receives signals from the remote control.
Aim the remote at this sensor with no
objects between them.
REW (Rewind)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse during
playback.
STOP•EJECT
Stops the normal functions such as record,
playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause.
Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the
cassette.
TV•VCR
Switches the picture signal so that it either
comes from the VCR or the TV channel.
See page 9.
Front Panel
Tape Compartment
Remote Sensor
continued on next page
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Location of Controls
Back Panel
3CH.4 Switch
Selects the channel to which you 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 a signal from an antenna or cable
system when attached.
OUT TO TV Connector
Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.
VIDEO1 IN and AUDIO1 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.
VIDEO1 OUT and AUDIO1 OUT Jacks
Sends signals from VCR to another component,
like a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to
these jacks.
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1 VIDEO1
IN
OUT
OUT
POWER Indicator
Lights when the VCR is turned on.
RECORD Indicator
Lights when the VCR is recording.
TIMER Indicator
Shows VCR is set for timer recording when
VCR is turned off.
Flashes when the clock is not set or a timer
recording is set and there is no cassette in
the VCR.
POWER VCR TIMER RECORD
Display Panel
VCR Indicator
Lights when using the TV•VCR button.
When using one of the basic hookups:
• When VCR indicator is on, the picture comes
from the VCR.
• When VCR indicator is off, picture is from the
television channels.
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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 or time counter not
changing during zero search feature
Will not record or play
Will not record
• Plug VCR into an operating outlet.
• Check connections.
• Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to
drain the microprocessor inside the remote and reset it. Re-install the
batteries and try remote again.
• Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them.
• Change batteries.
• Check setting of Remote Control: VCR1 (VCR2) feature. See page 22.
• 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 3CH.4 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, stop action, frame advance,
and slow motion playback.
• Press the TRACKING button on the remote or the VCR to move streaks up or
down for the best 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 (–) appears 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 reinsert cassette.
• Broken tape — try another cassette.
• VCR is in pause mode. Press pause.
• Safety tab removed from cassette.
• Make sure the line indicator (VIDEO) does not appear on the TV screen for
normal recording from the VCR’s tuner. Press INPUT on the remote to turn
the line input off.
Trouble Here's what to try:
continued on next page
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Trouble Checks
Trouble Here's what to try:
Rewind does not operate
Timer recording not made
or wrong program recorded
Incorrect time or date
VCR makes noise when stopped
Will not Auto-SEARCH active
channels correctly
Cannot add or remove channels
Cannot select channels over 69
Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to
play automatically
Tape plays back in slow motion
TIMER indicator flashes
On-screen menus are in Spanish
Time counter disappears while searching
• Tape already rewound.
• Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin.
• Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).
• Power interruption. Reset clock. See page 9.
• 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.
• Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date). See page 9.
• VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside
the VCR continues to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the
stop mode.
• Check antenna connections.
• Check Tuning Mode: CABLE/ANTENNA feature. See page 8.
• Channels must be placed in memory using Auto-Search Channels feature
before channels can be added or removed from channel memory.
See page 8.
• Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Tuning Mode:
CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page 8.
• Set Auto Play ON/OFF feature to ON. Details are on page 13.
• Press SLOW or PLAY to return to normal playback.
• Clock was not set. See page 9.
• Timer recording programmed and no cassette in VCR.
• Language feature set to Idioma. See page 9.
• This is normal. Details are on page 14.
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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.
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 charge.
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
3CH.4 Switch..................................3-6,7,25
Accessories, Included...............................7
Add or Remove Channels
from Memory......................................8
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu ..........8
Antenna Connections............................2,3
AUDIO1 IN Jacks..................................6,25
AUDIO1 OUT Jacks..........................3-6,25
AUTO PLAY Feature.........................12,13
Auto-Search Channels
Feature..................................................8
Automatic Tracking ...............................16
Back Panel................................................25
Basic Recording Guide...........................17
Batteries, Inserting in Remote.................7
Buttons, Remote Control..................10-11
CABLE BOX SETUP Menu ..................19
Cable Box Viewing Channel .................19
Cable System With Cable
Box Connections ...........................2,4,5
Cable System Without Cable
Box Connections ..............................2,3
Card, Registration .....................................i
CHAN Buttons....................................10,24
CHANNEL SETUP Menu...................8,19
Checking Timer Recordings..................21
Checks, Trouble.................................26-27
Choosing a Hookup .................................2
Cleaning the VCR...................................23
CLEAR Button ...............10,14,15,19,20-21
Clearing Timer Programs......................21
Commercial Scan....................................15
Compatible Remotes..............................22
Connections............................................2-6
Antenna ............................................2-3
Audio/Video Jacks ......................2,3-6
Cable-TV........................................2,3-5
Two VCRs............................................6
Contents.....................................................1
Copying Tape, Connections....................6
Copying Tapes........................................22
Date and Time, Setting.............................9
Design Specifications .............................23
DISPLAY Button...........................10,14,15
Display Panel ..........................................25
Displays, On-Screen...............................14
Editing Tapes ..........................................22
Español.......................................................9
Express Recording..................................18
F. ADV Button....................................10,16
FF (Fast Forward) Button.......10,13,14,15
First-Time Operation ............................7-9
Frame Advance.......................................16
Front Panel...............................................24
FWD (Fast Forward)
Button............................................22,24
Hookups
Antenna ............................................2-3
Audio/Video Jacks ......................2,3-6
Cable-TV........................................2,3-5
Two VCRs............................................6
Hookup, Choosing ...................................2
IN FROM ANT. Connector..............3-5,25
INPUT Button...........................10,19,20-21
LANGUAGE MENU..................................9
Limited Warranty...................................28
Line Input, Recording From..................21
Location of Controls
Remote Control............................10-11
VCR Back Panel ................................25
VCR Display Panel...........................25
VCR Front Panel...............................24
LP Speed ..................................................17
Manual Tracking.....................................16
MENU
Button ......................8-9,10,13,19,20-21
Number Buttons................................10-11
On-Screen Displays................................14
Operating Instructions
Copying Tapes..................................22
Express Recording............................18
Playing a Tape...................................12
Recording a Program.......................17
Timer Recording...............................20
Operation, First Time............................7-9
OUT TO TV Connector....................3-5,25
PAUSE Button...............10-11,16,17,22,24
Pause for Stop Action.............................16
Pause, Recording ....................................17
PLAY Button ...10-11,12,13,15,16,17,22,24
Playback Features..............................13-16
Playing a Tape ...................................12-16
POWER Button .............10-11,12,18,21,24
POWER Indicator...........................7,12,25
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Button............................................10-11
Problems, Solving..............................26-27
Product Registration.................................i
REC Button.........................10-11,17,18,22
RECORD Indicator ......................17,18,25
Recording ...........................................17-22
Basic....................................................17
From Another VCR ..........................22
One Program While
Watching Another........................17
Express...............................................18
Pause...................................................17
Speeds.................................................17
Timer.............................................20-21
Types Of.............................................17
Recording Features.................................17
Recording Pause .....................................17
RECORD Button......................17,18,22,24
Registration Card ......................................i
REMOTE CONTROL VCR1/
VCR2 Feature ....................................22
Remote Control..................................10-11
Remote Sensor.........................................24
Remove or Add Channels
From Memory .....................................8
REMOVE/ADD Channel Menu...............8
Review Programs Feature.....................21
REW Button ...................10-11,13,15,22,24
Safety Precautions.....................................i
Safety Tab...........................................12-13
SEARCH Button ..........................10-11,15
Seleccione el Idioma.................................9
Selecting a Cable Box
Viewing Channel..............................19
Sensor, Remote........................................24
Set VCR Clock Feature.............................9
Setting a Timer Recording.....................20
Setting the Language................................9
Setting Up the VCR...............................7-9
SETUP OPTIONS..............................13,22
SLOW Button................................10-11,15
SLP Speed ................................................17
Solving Problems...............................26-27
SP Speed...................................................17
Specifications...........................................23
SPEED Button....................10-11,17,18,20
Speeds, Recording ..................................17
Startup.....................................................7-9
STOP Button..................10-11,12,17,18,21
Stop Action Pause...................................16
STOP•EJECT......................12,17,18,21,24
Stopping a Express Recording..............18
Stopping Timer Programs.....................21
Table of Contents......................................1
Time and Date, Setting.............................9
Time Counter.....................................14-15
TIMER Indicator ........................9,18,20,25
Timer Programs
Checking and Clearing....................21
From VCR Line Input ......................21
Indicator...................................18,20,25
Setting.................................................20
Stopping.............................................21
TRACKING Button........10-11,13,15,16,24
Tracking, Automatic and Manual........16
Trouble Checks..................................26-27
Tuning Mode Feature...............................8
Turn On TV ...............................................7
Turn On VCR ............................................7
TV•VCR Button .........3-6,9,10-11,12,17,24
Types of Recording.................................17
VCR Controls ..........................................24
VCR Indicator ............................9,12,17,25
VCR MAIN
MENU..................8,9,12,13,19,20-21,22
VCR, Cleaning.........................................23
VCR, Turn On ...........................................7
VCR1/VCR2 Feature..............................22
VCRs Memory, Placing Channels..........8
VCRs, Connecting for Tape
Copying................................................6
VIDEO1 IN Jacks..................................6,25
VIDEO1 OUT Jacks ..........................3-6,25
Warranty, Limited..................................28
Watching One Channel While
Recording Another...........................17
Zero Search Feature................................15
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Indianapolis, IN 46206-0944
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the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This
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