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WARNING To reduce risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture, Ca utions Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
First Things First ,...,..3 Use the OuickSet Guide for Initial Setup....................... 5 Setting Up the VCR .....,............. 7 Using Menus to Set Up Features ................................... 8 Language Selection ............... 8 Cable Box Setup .
Program the Remote.......,.. ..... 35 About Programming the Remote ...............36 Programming the Remote to Control a TV,.........,. 36 Operating the TV...... ............ 36 Other Features .........39 Picture Search Options ............. 40 Forward and Reverse Search .
Welcome to your new VCR... To help you get started using your VCR with as little reading as possible, we've put all the basic information needed in the first three sections. To help you along, there's even a QuickSet feature the first time you turn on your VCR, which walks you through several setup steps at once.
Step l: What's fn the Box? The following items come packed in the box: . VCR . Remote control . RF coaxial cable Step 2: Install Batteries in the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your VCR's remote: 1.
Step 5: Tune the TV Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV's video input. . lf you connect your VCR using the ANT. lN and OUT TO TV jacks with RF coaxial cable, set the CH3 CH4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4 - the channel you want to use on your TV.
lf the menu does not appear: . Make sure the TV is tuned to the same channel as the CH3 CH4 switch or its video input (see "How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel" in the References section of this manual for more information). . Make sure the VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if you connected your VCR using the ANT.
Additional Setup Features Below is a list of features that need to be set up before using your VCR for the first time. Many of these menus are covered during the initial setup, but if you ever want to change a menu, refer to this section.
Using Menus to Set Up Features You can set up your VCR's features by using the remote control's buttons to enter your choices from on-screen instructions. Each menu item is explained in this section. For each numbered selection on the menus, use the same numbered button on the remote control to select it.
Cable Box Setup This set up applies only when all channels are received through a cable box. In this case, the VCR will automatically enter the channel used to view cable box programming. Your VCR will use this channel for all future timer recordings.
5. Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that the VCR will now receive all signals on the designated channel. CABLE BOX SETUP The Cabte Box Setup is comptete. The VCR witl- N0T controI the cabte box channeI during timer recordings. Press MENU to continue VCR Channels List lf you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary.
. Detect Automatically makes this determination without assistance. AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Now scanning channet 14 Press any key to canceL The VCR scans for available channels which takes about one-to-two minutes. When the scan is complete, the VCR tunes to the lowest channel number available.
Time and Date The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the VCR to update the clock each time the VCR is turned off. Auto Clock is advantageous because it updates the time automatically.
SET TI!IE ZONE l.Jhat is your Time Zone? 1 Eastern 2 CentraI 3 Mounta i n 4 Pa c i f i c 5 Ataska 6 HaHa i i Press ltlENU to cont i nue 1. 2. 3. 4. Select the correct time zone. lf "Automatic" is selected as the time zone, the VCR sets the clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time information it finds in a broadcast signal.
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Ptus+ 4 Channets 5 Setup 6 Preferences 7 Audio 8 Language 0 Exi t 2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu. 3 Set Tine Zone 4 Set Daytight Savings XDS Time Data was found on channe [ 20, 0 Exi t 3. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.
VCR Plus+@ System Channels Using the VCR Plus+ system makes programming timer recordings for cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet and abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.
Broadcast or Cable-TV Station Name VCR Plus+ Channel Number** Channel Number You Receive the Station On* HBO 33 E'PN ,4 VCR Plus+ System Worksheet *Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on.
Additional Set-Up Features in the PREFERENCES Menu The features in this section are all accessed through the PREFERENCES menu. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 z 3 VCR I'IAIN MENU VCR PIus+ Timer Recordings Tirne Channets 5 Audi o 8 0 Language txr t 2.
The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote's VCR2, VCR2.LD, or VCR2.DVD button. lf you change the remote setting to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer control it. Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to VCR1.
EnergySaver By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of inactivity. In the PREFERENCES menu, press 4 to change the time delay, or to disable the feature. . OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off. . 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or three hours of inactivity.
The Set Auto Repeat dialog box will ask for a loop end time to be specified: AUTO REPEAT Set the Length of time you want the tape to pLay in a repeating Ioop Loop f rom 0:00 to -:-- (h:mm) Pness IIENU to exit . The CLEAR key will erase all three numbers entered and move the cursor back to the first position (hours).
Learn the Basics To Get You Started These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that. This section shows you the basics of using your VCR.
Remote Buttons The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many brands of televisions. lf you have a GE, RCA or PROSCAN TV you may be able to control it without having to program the remote. Component Buttons ON.OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR.
Numbers (O through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 -- appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. PAUSE Pauses playback or recording. Press PAUSE again to return to playback or recording.
MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level. Numbers (O through 9l 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. ON.OFF Turns a compatible TV off and on.
Automatic Rewind The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR (ON.OFF on remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding. Tape Eject Press STOP.EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote for a few seconds) when it is stopped to eject the tape.
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Several Recording Options Now that you've gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR, it's time to explain the different recording features available to suit your needs i ncl ud i .
Recordirg Features There are four ways to record programs: . Recording press RECORD to start recording a program. (See VCr? Basics section.) . Express Recording (XPR) starts recording a program you are watching. You can then set the VCR to automatically stop recording after a designated period of time.
Timer Recording You can set up as many as eight timer recording programs. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 4 Channets 5 Setup 6 Preferences 7 Audi o 8 Language U EX ] I 2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS Review Existing Pnogs.
The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time, and end time (including AM or PM). The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. The date and/or speed can be changed when flashing. 6. Review the information to make sure it is correct, and then press MENU to save.
tn 3. VCR PLUS+ Enter PtusCode Number (from TV l-isting) Press 14ENU to canceI Enter the PlusCode@ your local television VCR PLUS+ Enter PtusCode Number (f rom TV Listing) 12876 Press cLEAR to correct Press MENU when done Press MENU to enter the VCR number.
Stopping a Timer Recording To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even an express recording): . Press and hold the STOP button for three seconds. Reviewing and Clearing Programs To review programs that you have already set up: 1. Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu.
4. Use the SPEED button on the remote to select a recording speed. The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen. Select the channel (or line input) to be recorded. Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature to select the type of audio you want to record.
Using Two VCRs For Copying and Editing Tapes Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. 1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram at the right.
Control Your Television The remote can be programmed to control a television. It is programmed to control a GE, RCA, or PROSCAN TV. Other manufacturer's brands need to be programmed.
About Program*irg the Remote The remote can be programmed to control other brands of remote controllable TVs. lt is already programmed to operate most GE, RCA, and PROSCAN televisions. Programming the Remote to Control a TV lf the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed.
TV Codes Akai .......... ....................,03 AOC .......... ..........0s, 05,11 Candle .,..,.....,..,.06, 07, 11 Citizen 06, 07, 11, 12, 17, 52 Colortyme 06, 11 Concerto 06,11 Curtis Mathes .....06, 09, 11, 12, 21, 52 Daewoo ..05, 06,10, 11, 12 Daytron 11,12,16 Electrohome.
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Features to Enhance VCR Operation Picture Search Options Commercial Scan Tracking Pro-Tect PlusrM Locking Time Counter On-Screen Displays Audio Reception Audio Playback V 6 orHER FEATUREs V 39.
Picture Search Options The most basic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD or REVERSE button on the remote control. This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. Forward and Reverse Search You can search a tape during playback.
3. 4. Index Search The VCR has a "VHS Index Search System" that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning.
3. Press CLEAR to reset the counter to 0:00:00. 4. Continue playing the tape. 5. Press STOP. 6. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the ZERO SEARCH menu. 7. Press REVERSE to return to 0:00:00 on the tape. Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments.
To Lock While a Timer Recording is in Progress: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approxi mately six seconds. To Unlock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds.
Audio Setup Features The audio setup features enhance your tape playback and recordings. The features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu and are shown in the displays below. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR PLus+ 2 Timer Recordings 3 Time 4 ChanneIs 5 Setup 2.
Tape Playback The VCR records the same audio on both Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on a separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Press 2 to switch between Tape Playback: Hl-Fl, LINEAR, and MlX.
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Things to Know Before Connecting Components Protect Your Components from Power Surges Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.
Connecting Your VCR Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR. Jacks and Cables RFJacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, and must be used if audio/video connections are not available for your TV.
Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, if you have a cable box to see this service, whether some of the cable channels are scrambled, and so on.
TV with RFJack Orly This connection assumes: . You are connecting antenna, cable, or cable box system. . Your television has only an RF input jack. This connection provides: . Mono sound playback from VCR. . Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels).
TV with Audio/Video Jacks This connection assumes: . You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system. . Your television has audio/video jacks. This connection provides: . Stereo sound playback from VCR. . Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels).
TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to Ljnscramble Pav Channels Onlv This connection assumes: . You are using a cable box only to unscramble premium channels. . Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: . Stereo sound playback from VCR.
Detailed Help and Information This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit's controls and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section in this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems.
Front Panel CHANNET TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. Press both together to re-center tracking. FWD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture forward during playback.
TIMER AM I I Display Panel REG Indicator (REG) Lights up and replaces the time display when the VCR is recording. Time, Channel Number, Liire Input Indicator (Ll or L2), Tape Speed Indicator, or Status Indicator Channel Number or Line lnput Indicator The channel number appears when the VCR is tuned to a channel.
Back Panel B-AUDIO_L VIOEO @our@our@ MONO ^N'6 ffi4 6,*6,*6 Y-r L LtNFl/AlxilJ OUT TO 6 CH3 CH4 switch Selects the VCR signal channel, This is the channel the TV must tune to in order to see the VCR's images.
How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel You need to tune your TV to the Video lnput Channel if you are using the VCR's AUDIOI/IDEO OUT jacks to connect to the TV's AUDIO//IDEO INPUT jacks.
Troubleshooting Tips No power . Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet, . Check to make sure your connections are correcr. VCR does not respond to remote . Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote. . The batteries may need changing.
Will not record or play . Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR. . Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette. . Check to make sure the taoe is not broken. . Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.
Internal clock shows incorrect time or date ' Power interruption. Make sure cable box or VCR is tuned to channel carrying the XDS information. . Check to make sure the clock is set accurately (check AM/pM and date). . Check Daylight-Saving setting.
No stereo sound during playback . Check to make sure the Tape Playback feature is set to Hl-Fl to hear stereo sound during playback. The tape you are paying must be recorded in Hi-Fi in order to use the Hl-Fl feature. . Must use the AUDIO//IDEO jacks on the back of the VCR to hear stereo sound.
Specifications Format: Record/Playback System: Video Signal System: Antenna: Tuner: lVpe: Power Requirement: Power Consumption: Dimensions: Weight: Storage Temperature Range: Operating Temperature Ran.
Limited Warranty What your warrantY covers: . Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after Your Purchase: . Ninety days for labor charges. . One year for Parts. The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm' whichever comes first.
A Accessories included 4 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen 11 Adding/removing channels 1 1 ANT. lN and OUT TO TV jacks 4, 5, 6, 48, 56 Audio playing back 33 recording 33 AUDIO menu 44 Audio reception feature.
G GO BACK button 22, 23 I Included accessories 4 lndex search 41 INFO button 22, 23, 41, Initial setup 5, 8 INPUT button 5, 9, 22, 23, 30, 33, I Jacks, types of 48 t Language feature 8 LANGUAGE menu 6.
Remote VCR1A/CR2 option 17 Removing/adding channels 1 1 REV button 24, 54 REVERSE button 23, 40, 42 Review Existing Progs. screen 32 Reviewing programs 32 Rewind, automatic 25 s Safety tab 24, 25 Sear.
TV button 5, 22, 36, 57 TV codes 37 TV function buttons 23 TV, programming the remote to control TVoVCR button 23, 32, 50, 51, 52, 54, TV's video input channel 57 V VCR back panel 56 VCR button 5.
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lf your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service center from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.
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