RCA VR688HF User Manual
USER’S
GUIDE
VR688HF
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
i
Introduction
WARNING
To reduce the risk of
fire or shock hazard,
do not expose this VCR
to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour Žviter les chocs Žlectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la
borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqœ au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label on the back of the product for the proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the
userÕs authority to operate it.
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
VR688HF
Cautions
Note To Cable TV Installer
Product Registration
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.
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 Òdangerous
voltageÓ inside the product that
presents a risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
This symbol indicates important
instructions accompanying the
product.
1
Introduction
Table of Contents
Using the Playback Features
Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/
MIX Feature ____________________ 27
Auto Play Feature _________________ 28
Auto Repeat Feature_______________ 28
Pause for Stop-Action______________ 29
Picture Search ____________________ 29
Frame Advance ___________________ 30
Slow Motion______________________ 30
Automatic Tracking _______________ 31
Manual Tracking__________________ 31
Pro-Tect Plus
TM
Locking Feature _____ 31
Index Search _____________________ 32
Go-To Search _____________________ 33
Blank Search _____________________ 33
DISPLAY Button __________________ 34
Program Information ______________ 35
Time Counter_____________________ 35
COMMERCIALAAADVANCE™
Feature
Recording and Playback_________ 36-37
Recording a Program
Types of Recordings ___________________ 38
Using the Recording Features
Recording Speeds _________________ 38
Recording Pause __________________ 38
Basic Recording Ð
Operating Instructions _____________ 39
Watch a TV Channel While VCR
is Recording a Different Channel ____ 39
Recording While You're Away
VCR Plus+ Recording ___________ 40-42
Timer Recording __________________ 43
Check, Edit, or Clear a VCR Plus+ or
Timer Recording _______________ 44
Timer Recording From the
VCRÕs Line Input _______________ 44
Express Recording (XPR)_______________ 45
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP___ 46
Recording Audio Only_________________ 47
Using Two VCRs for Copying
and Editing Tapes__________________ 48
Using Dual Remote with AutoEdit ___ 48
References
Location of Controls
Front Panel_______________________ 49
Back Panel _______________________ 50
Display Panel __________________ 50-51
Specifications_________________________ 52
Cleaning the VCR _____________________ 52
Limited Warranty _____________________ 53
Trouble Checks ____________________ 54-56
Questions and Answers About
COMMERCIAL
A
ADVANCEª_____ 57
Index _____________________________ 58-61
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___________ 5
Satellite Receiver _____________________ 6-7
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes_ 8
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
Check Accessories With VCR ________ 9
Attach Power Cord to Back of VCR ___ 9
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 9
Turn on the TV ___________________ 10
Use the On-Screen Menu System ____ 10
Turn on the VCR __________________ 10
RCA Digital Satellite Receiver and
Cable Box Setup _____________ 11-13
Manual Cable Box or RCA
Satellite Receiver Setup _______ 13
Use SETUP Menu to Auto Channel
Search and Auto Clock Set________ 14
Manual Clock Set________________ 15
Setup VCR Plus+ Channels ________ 16
Program VCR for VCR1 or
VCR2•DVD Button ______________ 16
Add or Remove Channels from
VCR's Memory__________________ 17
Auto Channel Search Using
the CHANNELS Menu _________ 17
Select the Language/Choisissez une
Langue ________________________ 18
Use TV•VCR Button _______________ 18
Set the Auto TV/VCR Feature _______ 19
Using the Remote Control
Component, VCR, TV, Cable Box, and
Satellite Receiver Buttons ________ 20-21
Using the VCR2•DVD Button ___________ 22
Controlling the VCR ________________ 22
Controlling a LaserDisc Player or
DVD Component_________________ 22
Controlling a TV ______________________ 23
Controlling a Cable Box or
Satellite Receiver_______________________ 24
Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component _ 25
Playing a Tape
Operating Instructions _________________ 26
2
Hooking Up the VCR
Choosing a Hookup
The hookups on pages 3 through 7 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and
Advanced (B and C).
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). 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 Ð Turn to page 3.
B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna Ð Turn to page 3.
C. Cable System Ð Go to question 2.
D. Satellite System and another source (A, B, C) Ð Go to question 3.
2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Cable without a box Ð Turn to page 3.
B. Cable box to unscramble all the channels Ð Turn to page 4.
C. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime,
Cinemax, etc. Ð Turn to page 5.
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.
3. What type of satellite system do you have?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Satellite receiver connected to TV without audio/video inputs Ð
Turn to page 6.
B. Basic satellite receiver connected to TV with audio/video inputs Ð
Turn to page 7.
C. Deluxe satellite receiver connected to TV with audio/video inputs Ð
Turn to page 7.
Optional Hookups
How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?
A. Select a hookup by answering the questions above.
B. Then modify the connections as shown on page 8.
3
Hooking Up the VCR
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
R
L
IN OUT
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
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
MONO
L
Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will 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, hi-fi stereo sound, and more
convenient operation Ñ use of TV•VCR
button not required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and
right channels.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
3.
You will tune the TV to its video input to
watch the VCR.
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF.
See
page 19.
Continue to page 9.
Continue to page 9.
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
R
L
IN OUT
IN OUT
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
CABLE /
ANTENNA
L /
MONO
RIGHT
VIDEO
INPUT
INOUT
Back of TV
Back of VCR
Audio/Video Cables
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
From Antenna
or Cable
OR
300/75 Ohm
Adapter
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
MONO
L
A
B
4
Hooking Up the VCR
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
R
L
IN OUT
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
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
MONO
L
Position cable box.
Position the remote-controllable cable box on
top of the VCR. You may need to position it
at different angles before the VCR can
control it. Make sure the cable box does not
cover the transmitting window on top of the
VCR.
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will 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, hi-fi stereo sound, and more
convenient operation Ñ use of TV•VCR
button not required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and
right channels.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
3.
You will tune the TV to its video input to
watch the VCR.
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See
page 19.
Continue to page 9.
Continue to page 9.
A
B
Transmitting
Windows
Remote Sensor
Cable Box
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
satellite broadcasts, television programs, or
other materials may infringe the rights of others.
From Cable
Back of VCR
MONO
L
R
IN OUT
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
L
R
Back of TV
Cable Box
RF Coaxial
Cable
VIDEO
IN OUT
Audio/Video Cables
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
L /
MONO
CH
3 4
CABLE /
ANTENNA
OUTIN
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
5
Hooking Up the VCR
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)
Position cable box.
Position the remote-controllable cable box on
top of the VCR. You may need to position it
at different angles before the VCR can
control it. Make sure the cable box does not
cover the transmitting window on top of the
VCR.
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will 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, hi-fi stereo sound, and more
convenient operation Ñ use of TV•VCR
button not required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
If your TV is not stereo, you may need a
Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and
right channels.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
3.
You will tune the TV to its video input to
watch the VCR. All pay channels are
viewed through the VCR.
Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. See
page 19.
Continue to page 9.
Continue to page 9.
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEOR
R
L
IN OUT
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
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
MONO
L
A
B
Transmitting
Windows
Remote Sensor
Cable Box
From Cable
RF Coaxial
Cable
(supplied)
Signal
Splitter
Cable Box
OUTIN
MONO
L
R
IN OUT
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
Back of TV
Back of VCR
L
R
VIDEO
IN OUT
Audio/Video Cables
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
L /
MONO
CH
3 4
CABLE /
ANTENNA
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
6
Hooking Up the VCR
Satellite Receiver
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEOR
R
L
IN OUT
IN OUT
VIDEO R AUDIO L
S-VIDEO
CH3
CH4
IN FROM ANT
SATELLITE IN
OUT TO TV
Back of VCR
Back of Satellite Receiver
From
Satellite
Dish
RF Coaxial Cable
Audio/Video Cables
(supplied)
From
Cable, Cable Box
or Antenna
Back of TV
Cable/
Antenna
OR
VHF
UHF
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
75 to 75/300 Ohm
Separator
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
MONO
L
Position receiver.
Position the receiver on top of the VCR. You
may need to position it at different angles
before the VCR can control it. Make sure the
receiver does not cover the transmitting
window on top of the VCR.
Do not stack electronic components or other
objects on top of the receiver. The slots on
top of the receiver must be
left uncovered to allow proper airflow
to the unit. Blocking the airflow to the unit
could impair performance or damage your
receiver and other components. Also, do
not stack the receiver on top of a Òhot
componentÓ such as an audio power
amplifier.
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup if your TV does not have
audio/video jacks.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of
satellite receiver to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the VCR to this channel or its line
input (L1) to record from the receiver.
To watch the satellite receiver, turn off the VCR.
If you want to watch or record the signal from
your antenna, cable, or cable box, make sure the
satellite receiver is turned off.
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
3. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
4. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
receiver.
5.
Continue to page 9.
A
Caution: The unauthorized recording
of satellite broadcasts, television
programs, or other materials may
infringe the rights of others.
Transmitting
Windows
Remote Sensor
Satellite Receiver
7
Hooking Up the VCR
Satellite Receiver
B. Advanced hookup with
basic receiver.
Use this hookup if your TV has audio/video
jacks and your receiver has one set of
AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of
receiver to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the VCR to this channel to record
from the satellite receiver.
To watch the satellite receiver, tune your TV to
its video input channel.
If you want to watch or record the signal from
your antenna, cable, or cable box, make sure the
satellite receiver is turned off.
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
3. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
4. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
receiver.
5.
C. Advanced hookup with
deluxe receiver.
Use this hookup if your TV has audio/video
jacks and your receiver has two sets of
AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV•VCR button to watch the VCR.
To record from the satellite receiver, you will
tune the VCR to its line input (L1).
To watch the satellite receiver, tune your TV to
its video input channel.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
receiver.
4.
Continue to page 9.
Continue to page 9.
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEOR
R
L
IN OUT
IN OUT
VIDEO R AUDIO L
S-VIDEO
CH3
CH4
IN FROM ANT
SATELLITE IN
OUT TO TV
S-VIDEO
AUDIO
CABLE /
ANTENNA
L /
MONO
RIGHT
VIDEO
INPUT
INOUT
Back of TV
Audio/Video Cables
(supplied)
Back of VCR
Back of Satellite Receiver
From
Satellite
Dish
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
RF Coaxial Cable
From
Cable, Cable Box
or Antenna
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
MONO
L
B
C
Caution: The unauthorized recording
of satellite broadcasts, television
programs, or other materials may
infringe the rights of others.
From
Satellite
Dish
From
Cable Box
or Antenna
Back of Satellite Receiver
CH3
CH4
IN FROM ANT
OUT TO TV
S-VIDEO
VIDEO R AUDIO L
Audio/Video Cables
(supplied)
MONO
L
IN OUT
AUDIO
S-VIDEO
L
R
VIDEOR
IN OUT
Audio/Video Cables
VIDEO
INPUT
RIGHT
INOUT
AUDIO
L /
MONO
CH
3 4
CABLE /
ANTENNA
SATELLITE IN
Back of VCR
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Back of TV
8
Hooking Up the VCR
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
R
L
IN OUT
IN OUT
CH
3 4
AUDIO
VIDEO
R
R
L
IN OUT
IN OUT
Playback VCR
RF Coaxial Cable
(supplied)
Recording VCR
Audio/Video
Cables
RF Coaxial
Cable
or
Use the previously selected
hookup to the TV.
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
MONO
L
MONO
L
Option A hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection which
requires fewer accessories.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 7
and then modify with this connection.
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.
You will 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, hi-fi stereo sound, and more convenient
operation Ñ use of TV•VCR button not required.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 7
and then modify with this connection.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
If your other VCR is not stereo, plug it into the
AUDIO L MONO jack of this VCR to hear sound
from both left and right 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 9.
Continue to page 9.
B
A
Caution: The unauthorized recording
of satellite broadcasts, television
programs, or other materials may
infringe the rights of others.
Playback VCR
MONO
L
R
MONO
L
R
Audio/Video
Cables
IN OUT
AUDIO
IN OUT
AUDIO
L
R
L
R
IN OUT
IN OUT
VIDEO
Audio/Video
Cables
VIDEO
or
CH
3 4
Recording
VCR
CH
3 4
RF Coaxial
Cable
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
IN
FROM
ANTENNA
OUT
TO
TELEVISION
Use the previously selected
hookup to the TV.
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continued on next page
Setting Up the VCR
1. Check accessories with VCR.
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.
2. Attach power cord to back of VCR.
Remote
(Stock No. 231544)
SEARCH
MUTE
PREV CH
DISPLAY
INPUT
TV•VCR
CLEAR
SPEED
REW
PLAY FF
STOP
PAUSE
REC
MENU
PROG
•
SLOW
TRACKING
V
C
R
S
A
T
•
C
A
B
L
E
VCR•DVD
AU
X
C
H
A
N
C
H
A
N
6
1
4
7
3
9
2
5
8
0
PWR
TV
VOL
VOL
C
M
EDIT
+
_
1
2
F.ADV
e
4
3
MOVE
RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 221396)
4 “AAA” Batteries
Startup
Power Cord
(Stock No. 218104)
2nd
1st
3. Insert batteries in remote.
6. Turn on the VCR.
A. Press VCR1 on the remote.
Setup Menu Appears Automatically
The first time you turn on the VCR, the SETUP menu will
appear. Follow the steps on the screen to automatically
setup a satellite receiver or cable box, auto channel search,
automatically set the time, and select some feature options.
1. Press number button 1 on the remote to Begin setup.
Proceed to Step 7.
2. Press number button 2 on the remote to Cancel the
setup.
If you choose not to use the SETUP menu, follow the
steps in this section to manually set up the VCR so it
will operate properly.
If you skip auto channel search during setup, the auto
clock set feature will not be performed in this sequence.
Select SETUP Menu Using VCR MAIN MENU
If the SETUP menu does not appear, you can select it using
the VCR MAIN MENU. Each of these features (except the
automatic clock set) may also be performed individually.
To select the SETUP menu.
1. Press MENU•PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 5 to display the SETUP menu.
SETUP
The setup procedure
will help you configure
your VCR. Would you
like to begin the
setup procedure now?
1 Begin setup
2 Cancel
10
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Setup
4. 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 CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the
TVÕs video input. (See TV ownerÕs manual for details.)
5. Use the on-screen menu system.
Point and Select is the method you use to move through the menu
system. There are two ways to select (or change) a menu or
feature.
¥ Using the Number Buttons: Press MENU•PROG to display
the VCR MAIN MENU. Then use the number button on the
remote that corresponds to the number on the menu to select
(or change) an item. Using the number button allows you to
point and select a menu item at the same time.
¥ Using the MOVE Arrow buttons: Press MENU•PROG to
display the VCR MAIN MENU. Then use the MOVE or
arrow button to point to a menu or item. Press MENU•PROG
to select (or change) the item.
Although there are two ways to access the menu system, only
the number buttons are referenced throughout this manual to
explain the VCR features and operations.
MENU
PROG
•
6
1
4
7
3
9
2
5
8
0
M
MOVE
SETUP
The setup procedure
will help you configure
your VCR. Would you
like to begin the
setup procedure now?
1 Begin setup
2 Cancel
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Setting Up the VCR
Startup
7. RCA digital satellite receiver and/or cable box setup.
SETUP
Would you like to set
up the VCR to control
a DSS receiver?
1 Yes
2 No
Did the DSS receiver
turn on and tune to
channel 200?
1 YES, setup complete
2 NO, try again
3 NO, cancel setup
The DSS and cable box setups allow the VCR to record
programs from the cable box and/or RCA digital receiver.
¥ The VCR will turn on an RCA digital satellite receiver
and tune it to the channel you want to record during
timer recordings. Position the receiver above the VCR to
receive the infrared remote signal. See pages 6-7.
¥ If your cable box can be controlled by a remote, the VCR
may be able to tune it to the channel you want to record
during VCR Plus+ and timer recordings and
automatically set the clock after power failures. Position
the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR to
receive the infrared remote signal. See pages 4-5.
RCA Digital Receiver Setup
A. RCA digital receiver not used:
Press 2. You are finished with DSS SETUP.
RCA digital receiver used:
Press 1 to continue.
B. Press two numbers on the remote to enter the channel
that your VCR receives signals from the receiver.
Press 0 before a single-digit number. Valid numbers
are 02 – 69.
If you connected your receiver to the VCR using the
receiverÕs AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks, press INPUT to
select VIDEO1 or VIDEO2.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
C. Press MENU•PROG to proceed.
The VCR will now receive all signals from the DSS
receiver on – – message appears.
D. Press MENU•PROG to proceed.
RCA digital receiver turned on:
The receiver should turn on and tune to channel 200.
Press 1 and proceed to step E.
The VCR will now turn on and tune your receiver to the
correct channel during timer recordings. – – – DSS will
appear for channels 100 and over in the timer program
screen.
RCA digital receiver did not turn on:
If your receiver does not turn on, try repositioning the
receiver and press 2 to try again.
Cancel RCA digital receiver :
Press 3 to cancel DSS SETUP. The VCR will not turn on
or control the receiver.
DSS SETUP
On what ANTENNA channel
does the VCR receive
signals from the DSS
receiver?
--
Press 02-69 or INPUT
Press MENU to exit
DSS SETUP
The VCR will now
receive all signals
from the DSS receiver
on ANTENNA channel 03
(or CABLE CHANNEL 03).
Press MENU to proceed
continued on next page
SETUP
Would you like to set
up the VCR to control
a cable box?
1 Yes
2 No
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Setting Up the VCR
7. RCA digital satellite receiver and/or cable box setup.
(continued)
Startup
CABLE BOX SETUP
Do you use your cable
box to receive ALL
channels?
1 Yes
2 No
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 exit
CABLE BOX SETUP
The VCR will now
receive all signals
from the cable box
on channel 03
Press MENU to proceed
CABLE BOX SETUP
Enter the code for your
cable box from the
list in your User's
Manual.
--
Press MENU to exit
CABLE BOX SETUP
Please turn on the
cable box and tune
it to channel 2.
Press MENU to proceed
CABLE BOX SETUP
Did the cable box
tune to channel 9?
1 YES, setup is complete
2 NO, try again
Cable Box Setup
E. Setup the VCR to control a cable box:
Press 1 if you would like to setup the VCR to
control a cable box.
Press 2 if you do not want to setup the VCR to
control a cable box.
F. Cable box not used for all channels:
Press 2. You are finished with CABLE BOX
SETUP. Skip to Step 8.
Cable box used for all channels:
Press 1 to continue.
Press two numbers on the remote to enter the
channel that your VCR receives signals from
your cable box. Press 0 before a single-digit
number. Valid numbers are 01 – 13.
If you connected your cable box to the VCR
using the boxÕs AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks, press
INPUT to select VIDEO1 or VIDEO2.
Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
G. Press MENU•PROG to proceed.
The VCR will now receive all signals from the
cable box on channel – – message appears.
H. Press MENU•PROG to proceed.
I. Manually Controlled Cable Box: You are
finished with cable box setup. Press
MENU•PROG to exit. Proceed to Step 8.
Remote Controlled Cable Box: Enter your
cable box code from the chart on the next page
and follow the on-screen directions. The VCR
changes the cable box from channel 02 to
channel 09 when you enter the correct code for
your cable box.
If none of the codes work, try repositioning the
cable box and entering the codes again. If the
codes still do not work, this VCR cannot
control your cable box during VCR plus+ or
timer recordings. Press MENU•PROG to exit
the CABLE BOX SETUP. Proceed to Step 8.
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Setting Up the VCR
Manual cable box or RCA digital satellite
receiver setup.
If you ever want to individually set up the cable box or
satellite receiver:
A. Press MENU•PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU
on the TV screen.
B. Press 4 to select CHANNELS menu.
C. Select Cable box or DSS Setup.
¥ Press 5 to select Cable box Setup.
¥ Press 6 to select DSS Setup.
D. Follow the directions on the screen as shown in step 7.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List
5 Cable box Setup
6 DSS Setup
0 Exit
Brand of Cable-TV Box*
ABC
Anvision
Cablestar
Eagle
Eastern International
General Instrument
Hamlin
Hitachi
Jerrold
Macom
Magnavox
NSC
Oak
Oak Sigma
Panasonic
Philips
Pioneer
Randtek
RCA
Regal
Regency
Samsung
Scientific Atlanta
Sylvania
Teknika
Texscan
Tocom
Unika
Universal
Viewstar
Warner Amex
Zenith
Code Number(s)
53,54
07, 08
07, 08
07,08
02
04, 05, 15, 23, 24, 25, 30, 36
12, 13, 34,48
37, 43
04, 05, 15, 23, 24, 25, 30, 36, 45, 46,47
37, 43
07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 40, 41
09
01, 16, 38
16
03, 27, 39
07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 40, 41
18, 20, 44
07, 08
00, 27
12, 13
02, 33
44
03, 22, 35
11
06
10, 11
17, 21,49, 50
31, 32, 41
51, 52
07, 08, 19, 26, 28, 29, 32, 33, 40, 41
44
14, 42
Compatible Cable Box Control Codes
Startup
continued on next page
7. RCA digital satellite receiver and/or cable box setup. (continued)
* The remote may not be able to control every model cable box of the
brands listed.
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Startup
Setting Up the VCR
SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
Does your area observe
Daylight Savings Time
from April to October?
1 Yes, DST is observed
2 No
3 Automatic
Press MENU to continue
SET TIME ZONE
What is your time zone?
1 Eastern
2 Central
3 Mountain
4 Pacific
5 Alaska
6 Hawaii
7 Automatic
Press MENU to continue
8. Use SETUP menu to auto channel search and auto clock set.
SETUP
Would you like the VCR
to search for and store
all available channels?
1 Search for channels
2 Skip this step
Make sure all antenna
connections to the VCR
are complete.
Press MENU when ready
SETUP
The VCR is now setting
the clock. This may
take several minutes.
Press MENU to cancel
Follow the steps on the screen to auto channel search and
automatically set the clock*. If the SET TIME ZONE or SET
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen appears, follow step A or B below.
If the SETUP menu appears, skip to step C.
A. If the SET TIME ZONE screen appears, select a time zone:
Press the number on the remote (1-6) corresponding to the
ÒstandardÓ time zone you live in. If you do not know your
time zone, press 7 and an automatic setting will be made.
If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR will set
the clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time
information it finds. If the time is not correct, select a time
zone or set the clock manually. If the time is incorrect by a few
minutes (more than one minute), the local station may not be
transmitting the correct time.
B. If the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen appears:
Press 1 if your area observes daylight savings time from April
to October or press 2 if your area does not observe daylight
savings time. If you do not know, press 3.
The VCR will set the time according to the information
received from the broadcast.
C. When the auto channel search SETUP screen appears:
Press 1 if you would like the VCR to search for and store all
available channels. Press 2 if you wish to skip this step.
If you skip auto channel search during setup the auto clock set
feature will not be performed in this sequence.
D. Press MENU•PROG on the remote if all antenna or cable
connections are completed. Auto Channel Search will be
performed followed by automatic clock set.
If The Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful message appears, you
can press 1 to set the clock manually or try auto clock set
again. The clock must be set before you can use the timer
recording feature.
Try Auto Clock Set Again: If you think there is a local station
(usually PBS) broadcasting the XDS (time) information, make
sure the Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON on the TIME menu
(press 2 to exit SETUP, press MENU•PROG to display the VCR
MAIN MENU, press 3 to display the TIME menu, and press 2 to
turn the Auto Clock Set feature ON). Tune the VCR to the
channel you believe is broadcasting the information before
turning off the VCR. If the time does not set within ten
minutes, XDS information is not available. Set the time and
date manually.
Set Clock Manually: Press 1 and follow the directions on the
following page to manually set the clock.
* Signal not available in all areas.
continued on next page
SETUP
The Auto Clock Set
was unsuccessful.
Would you like to set
the time and date?
1 Set Time and Date
2 Skip this step
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
Startup
Setting Up the VCR
Manual clock set.
If the AUTO CLOCK SET was unsuccessful:
A. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE
screen.
B. 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.
C. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to
remove the SET TIME AND DATE screen
from the TV screen and start the clock.
The time will appear in the VCRÕs display
panel and the time and date will appear on
the TV screen when you press DISPLAY.
If you ever need to reset the clock:
A. Press MENU•PROG on remote to display
the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
B. Press 3 to display the TIME menu.
C. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE
screen.
If you set the clock manually, Auto Clock Set
will be set to OFF.
TIME
1 Set Time and Date
SET TIME AND DATE
Time --:--
(hh:mm)
Date --/--/--
Press MENU to exit
8. Use SETUP menu to auto channel search and auto clock set. (continued)
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
16
9. Setup VCR Plus+ channels.
The VCR must be setup with the VCR Plus+
channels before you can record using VCR Plus+.
This can be done now or at a later time.
Press 1 if you would like to setup the VCR Plus+
channels now. Details are on page 40.
Press 2 if you wish to skip this step.
10. Program VCR for VCR1 or VCR2•DVD button.
You can program this VCR to respond to the VCR1
or VCR2•DVD button on the remote. Details are on
page 22.
Press 1 if you want your VCR to respond to the
VCR1 button. Press 2 if you want your VCR to
respond to the VCR2•DVD button on the remote.
Remember you must press VCR1 or VCR2•DVD on
the remote Ñ whichever you selected in the menu
Ñ before the remote will operate this VCR.
Setup is complete. Press MENU•PROG to return to
the VCR MAIN MENU.
SETUP
Using the buttons VCR1
and VCR2, your remote
can control 2 VCRs.
What do you want to
call this VCR?
1 VCR1
2 VCR2
SETUP
The setup procedure
is successful. You
are now ready to
begin using your VCR.
Press MENU to continue
SETUP
Would you like to set
up the channel lists
for the VCR Plus+
feature?
1 Set up VCR Plus+
2 Skip this step
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
continued on next page
11. 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. Channels 2-13, L1 and L2 are preset at the
factory.
A. Press VCR1 (VCR2•DVD) on the remote, whichever
you select in Step 10.
B. If the VCR MAIN MENU does not appear on the TV
screen, press MENU•PROG on the remote.
C. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
D. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
menu.
E. Follow the directions on the screen.
F. Add or remove more channels by entering channel
numbers or using CHAN up or down.
Auto channel search using the
CHANNELS menu.
If you ever need to repeat Auto Channel Search because
you change cable or antenna signals:
A. Press MENU•PROG 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 CH3
CH4 switch on the back of the VCR or the TVÕs
video input (refer to TVÕs manual).
¥ Press VCR1 (VCR2•DVD), then press MENU•PROG
again.
¥ If you use a basic hookup, check VCR indicator in
display panel Ð it should be on. Press TV•VCR to
turn it on.
¥ Check the connections.
B. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
C. Press 1 to begin Auto Channel Search.
The VCR automatically selects the Signal Type:
CABLE (cable TV) or ANTENNA. If you need to
change the setting manually, press 3.
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
Channel 11
is presently ADDED
Press CLEAR to remove
Press MENU to exit
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List
5 Cable box Setup
6 DSS Setup
0 Exit
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List
5 Cable box Setup
6 DSS Setup
0 Exit
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Setup
6 Preferences
7 Language/Langue
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
12. Select a language./Choisissez une langue.
You can select the language for the displays on the
VCR.
A. Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the
VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.
B. Press 7 to display the LANGUAGE menu.
C. Select English or French.
¥ Press 1 to select English.
¥ Press 2 to select Français (French).
13. 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. Details
are on page 39.
A. Press VCR1 (VCR2•DVD) to set the remote to
control the VCR.
B. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.
C. Press CHANNEL up or down on the VCR or
CHAN on VCRÕs remote to change channels on
the VCR.
The channel number changes 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 TVÕs remote.
E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel Ñ
CH3 or CH4.
F. Press VCR1 (VCR2•DVD), then TV•VCR to
switch back to the picture from the VCR.
LANGUAGE
Select a language.
1 English
2 Fran•ais
Press MENU to continue
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