RCA VR613HF User Manual
USER’S
GUIDE
VR613HF
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
i
Introduction
WARNING
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
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
Cautions
Note To Cable TV Installer
Product Registration
VR613HF
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.
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 Only Pay Channels______ 5
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes_ 6
Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/Receiver __ 7
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 8
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 8
Turn on TV and VCR _______________ 8
Place Channels in VCR's Memory ____ 9
Add or Remove Channels from
VCR's Memory__________________ 9
Select the Language/
Seleccione el Idioma ____________ 10
Use
TV•VCR Button _______________ 10
Set the AUTO TV/VCR Feature______ 10
Set Display Panel Brightness________ 11
Set the Time and Date _____________ 11
Set the Automatic
Daylight-Saving Time ___________ 11
Using the Remote Control
Component, VCR, TV, Cable Box
Buttons _________________________ 12-13
Controlling a TV ______________________14
Controlling a Cable Box ________________15
Playing a Tape
Operating Instructions_________________ 16
Using the Playback Features
Auto Play Feature_________________ 17
Auto Repeat Feature _______________17
DISPLAY Button __________________ 18
Time Counter_____________________ 18
Picture Search ____________________ 19
Slow Motion______________________ 19
Pause for Stop-Action______________ 19
Frame Advance___________________ 20
Automatic Tracking _______________ 20
Manual Tracking__________________ 20
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button)_ 21
Index Search ______________________21
Zero Search
__________________________________ 22
Blank Search ______________________22
TAPE PLAYBACK:
HI-FI/MIX/LINEAR Feature_______ 23
Recording a Program
Types of Recordings___________________ 24
Recording Speeds _____________________ 24
Recording Pause ______________________ 24
Basic Recording –
Operating Instructions_____________ 24
Watch a TV Channel While VCR
is Recording a Different Channel _____ 24
Express Recording ____________________ 25
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP___ 26
Recording Audio Only_________________ 27
Recording While You're Away
Setting a Timer Recording__________ 28
Stopping a Timer Recording ________ 28
Timer Recording From the
VCR’s Line Input _______________ 29
Checking or Clearing
Timer Recordings_______________ 29
Using Two VCRs for Copying
and Editing Tapes__________________ 30
Copying and Editing Tapes Using
Compatible Remote ________________ 30
References
Location of Controls
Front Panel_______________________ 31
Back Panel _______________________ 31
Display Panel_____________________ 32
Specifications_________________________ 33
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 33
Trouble Checks ____________________ 34-35
Limited Warranty _____________________ 36
Index________________________________ 37
2
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.
How to hook up a stereo amplifier/receiver?
A. Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.
B. Then, modify the connections as shown on page 7.
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.
If your TV is not stereo, a Y-adapter may be
required to hear sound from both channels.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
3.
Tune the TV to its video input to watch the
VCR.
Continue to page 8.
Continue to page 8.
3
Hooking Up the VCR
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1
VIDEO1
R
L
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
Back of VCR
R
L
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
A
B
4
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
Back of VCR
R
L
OUT
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 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.
If your TV is not stereo, a Y-adapter may be
required to hear sound from both channels.
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 8.
Continue to page 8.
A
B
From Cable
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
RF Coaxial
Cable
Signal
Splitter
Cable Box
OUTIN
RF Coaxial
Cable
Back of VCR
R
AUDIO1
L
OUT
VIDEO1
Audio/Video Cables
RIGHT
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
L /
MONO
Back of TV
IN
VIDEO
INPUT
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
INOUT
CABLE /
ANTENNA
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.
If your TV is not stereo, a Y-adapter may be
required to hear sound from both channels.
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 8.
Continue to page 8.
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
Back of VCR
R
L
OUT
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
B
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
Signal
Splitter
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Cable Box
OUTIN
RF Coaxial
Cable
Back of VCR
R
AUDIO1
L
OUT
VIDEO1
Audio/Video Cables
RIGHT
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
L /
MONO
Back of TV
IN
VIDEO
INPUT
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
INOUT
CABLE /
ANTENNA
6
Hooking Up the VCR
Connecting T wo VCRs for Copying Tapes
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1
VIDEO1
R
L
OUT
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1
VIDEO1
R
L
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.
If your other VCR is not stereo, a Y-adapter
may be required to hear sound from both
channels.
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
4.
You will select the line (audio/video) input on
the recording VCR to receive the signal from
the playback VCR.
Continue to page 8.
Continue to page 8.
B
A
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
television programs and other materials
may infringe the rights of others.
Recording VCR
Audio/Video
Playback VCR (only)
R
AUDIO1
L
OUT
VIDEO1
R
AUDIO1
L
OUT
VIDEO1
Cables
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
IN
3 CH. 4
Audio/Video
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
IN
3 CH. 4
or
Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
Cables
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
pages 3, 4, or 5.
7
Hooking Up the VCR
Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/Receiver
LEFT
RIGHT
PHONO TUNER TAPE AUX
REC PLAY
OUT TO TV
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
3 CH. 4
IN
AUDIO1
VIDEO1
Back of VCR
R
L
OUT
Back of
Amplifier/Receiver
Audio/Video Cables
Record on the VCR from an
amplifier/receiver.
Connect your VCR to a stereo amplifier/
receiver to record stereo audio.
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 amplifier/
receiver, VCR, and TV.
4. Turn to page 27 for “Recording Audio
Only.”
Select the line input on the VCR to receive the
audio signal from the amplifier/receiver.
Play back stereo tapes or
receive a stereo broadcast
through an amplifier/receiver.
Connect your VCR to a stereo
amplifier/receiver to receive stereo
broadcasts or play back stereo tapes.
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 amplifier/
receiver, VCR, and TV.
4. Turn to page 16 for “Playback
Operation.”
Back of VCR
R
AUDIO1
L
OUT
VIDEO1
IN
Back of
Amplifier/Receiver
LEFT
RIGHT
REC PLAY
PHONO TUNER TAPE AUX
IN FROM
ANT.
VHF/UHF
OUT TO TV
3 CH. 4
Audio/Video Cables
8
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
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 VCR on the remote. The POWERand VCR indicators in the VCR’s
display panel light.
Remote
(Stock No. 221373)
TV
CABLE
123
546
7
9
8
0
MENU
PREV CH
PAUSE
SEARCH
SLOW•F.ADV
REC
STOP
CLEAR
POWER
TRACKING
FF
REW
PLAY
SPEED
VCR
INPUT
CHAN
VOL
MUTE
DISP
TV•VCR
RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 221346)
2 “AAA” Batteries
Startup
continued on next page
9
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 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH. 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. If this
menu does not appear:
• Make sure the 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).
• Press VCR, then press MENU again.
• 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 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
CHANNEL SEARCH feature described above before you can
add or remove channels.
A. Press VCR.
B. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU.
C. Press 3to display the CHANNELS menu.
D. Press 2to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL menu.
E. Follow the directions on the screen.
F. Add or remove more channels using the CHAN up and
down buttons.
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 SET CLOCK
3 CHANNELS
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE...
THEN PRESS CH UP
CHANNELS
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
3 SIGNAL TYPE: CABLE
0 EXIT
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 SET CLOCK
3 CHANNELS
CHANNELS
1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
2 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL
CHANNEL 03
IS PRESENTLY ADDED
PRESS CLEAR TO REMOVE
PRESS MENU TO EXIT
10
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 the remote to display VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 6 to display the LANGUAGE/LENGUA menu.
• Select 1 to have the menus displayed in English (Ingles).
• Select 2 to have the menus displayed in Spanish (Español).
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. This button lets you record a program on
the VCR while watching another channel on the TV. Details are
on page 24.
A. Press VCR to set the remote to control the VCR.
B. Press TV•VCRto see the picture from the VCR. The VCR
indicator lights in the display panel.
C. Press CHAN up or down to change channels on the VCR.
The channel number changes on the TV screen and in the
display panel.
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.
9.Set Auto TV/VCR feature.
Skip this step if you used one of the basic hookups.
If you connected your VCR using the video input of your TV,
you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on
automatically.
A. Press MENU on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU.
B. Press 4 to display PREFERENCES.
C. Press 3 to select AUTO TV/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. Then, you 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 advance hookups and
watch your VCR on the video input channel of your TV.
The VCR indicator does not turn on automatically.
Pressing TV•VCR on the remote turns the VCR indicator
on or off.
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
4 FRONT PANEL: AUTO
5 AUTO DST: ON
6 SET AUTO REPEAT
0 EXIT
VCR MAIN MENU
1 TIMER RECORDINGS
2 SET CLOCK
3 CHANNELS
4 PREFERENCES
5 AUDIO
6 LANGUAGE/LENGUA
LANGUAGE/IDIOMA
SELECT A LANGUAGE.
ESCOGE UNA LENGUA.
1 ENGLISH (INGLES)
2 SPANISH (ESPANOL)
PRESS MENU TO CONTINUE
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