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Page 2 - Introduction; WARNING; Cautions; Important Information; Note to Cable TV Installer; CAUTION

i Introduction CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates “dangerousvoltage” inside the product thatpresents a risk of electric shock orpersonal injury. This symbol indicates important in-structions accompanying the product. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, d...

Page 3 - Table of Contents

Introduction Table of Contents 1 Important Information Warning ______________________________ iCautions ______________________________ iNote to Cable TV Installer _______________ iProduct Registration ____________________ i Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup Unpack your TV/VCR and Remote Control ________...

Page 4 - Setting Up the TV/VCR; Startup; Insert batteries in remote; Place your TV/VCR on a stable surface

2 Setting Up the TV/VCR 1. Unpack the TV/VCR and accessories Contact your dealer if any accessories are missing. Startup 2. Insert batteries in remote DC Car Cord Antenna AdapterReplace adapter only withstock #193983. + _ + _ AC Power Cord Remote Control and Two Batteries Dipole Antenna SKIP SPEED O...

Page 5 - Connect external speaker and select speaker switch; Cautions for Car Battery Operation

3 Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup 4. Connect antenna or cable-TV system Connect a home antenna or a cable-TV system. Details on pages 29-32. 5. Connect external speaker and select speaker switch setting (optional) Details on page 33. 6. Plug in the TV/VCR Attach the power cord to the back of the TV/VC...

Page 7 - Add or remove channels from the TV/VCR’s memory

TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen2 Time Setting Up the TV/VCR 5 11. Add or remove channels from the TV/VCR’s memory You may want to add or remove channels if some of them are notactive, have weak signals, or you do not want them in your channelmemory. A channel that has been removed can still be selected by...

Page 8 - Using the Remote Control; Buttons

6 CHAN ^ and v (Channel up and down) Selects next higher or lower channel inchannel memory. CLEAR Removes all menus from the screen. Allows you to change menu entries orclear a timer recording. Resets time counter to 0:00:00 when it is displayed. DISPLAY Displays TV/VCR’s current status. Displays ti...

Page 9 - through

7 Using the Remote Control Buttons SKIP/SEARCH Operates Commercial Skip during TVviewing. (This only works when there isno tape in the TV/VCR.) Displays INDEX , ZERO , and BLANK search screens when tape is inserted in the TV/VCR. Operates Commercial Scan by advancingtape 60 seconds during playback. ...

Page 10 - Using the TV/VCR Features; To Call Up On-Screen Displays; Adjust the Video; To Adjust Video; “All picture controls have been

TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 8 TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features On-Screen Displays When you change channels, adjust volume, or usea VCR feature, on-screen displays appear to letyou know the status of the TV/VCR. To Call Up On-Screen Displays 1 . Press DISPLAY to display the function, time coun...

Page 11 - Closed Captioning

TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 9 TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features Closed Captioning The closed captioning feature displays the audio portion of aprogram as text on the TV screen. This is useful to hearingimpaired or anyone who wants to watch a program withoutsound. There are four types of closed...

Page 13 - Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings; Parental Controls and V-Chip; This channel is not approved for viewing

11 Using the TV/VCR Features Age-Based Rating TV-MA TV-14 TV-PG TV-G TV-Y7 TV-Y Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings Mature Audience Only. This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults andmay be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following...

Page 14 - Setting TV Rating Limits; To Block Age-Based Ratings

Setting TV Rating Limits 1 . Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU . 2 . Press 4 to display PARENTAL CONTROLS . 3 . Press 1 to display the V-CHIP TV RATING LIMIT screen. 4 . Use the number buttons 1-7 to change the status of a TV program rating. Remember: Once you have set your li...

Page 15 - Viewing Age-Based Ratings

13 TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features 3 . Press 2 to change the rating status from View ( V ) to Block ( B ). The status for this rating and all higher ratings automaticallychanges to Block ( B ) (indicated by the rating limits in the rating status area turning red). Note that all associated ...

Page 16 - Viewing Specific Content Themes

14 TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features Viewing Specific Content Themes After you block specific content themes, you have the option of goingback and changing some of the content themes back to View ( V ). 1. Determine the rating you want to change to View ( V ). 2. Continuously press 1 until t...

Page 17 - Viewing Movie Ratings; This

15 TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Features Viewing Movie Ratings After you block movie ratings, you have the option of going backand changing some of the rating statuses back to View 1. Determine the movie ratings you want to change to View . 2. Continuously press 1 until the rating you want to ch...

Page 18 - Playing a Tape; Operating Instructions; To Play a Tape

SKIP SPEED OFF REW PLAY FF REC STOP PAUSE DISPLAY SLEEP MUTE PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TRACK F.ADV CLEAR MENU RESET - TV VCR + CHAN V O L CHAN V O L S E A R C H 16 Playing a Tape Operating Instructions To Play a Tape PLAY AUDIO IN REW F FWD PAUSE POWER CH CH VOL- VOL+ REC VIDEO IN WAKE UP TIMER STOP ...

Page 19 - Using the Playback Features; Pause

17 Using the Playback Features Pause This feature pauses the tape during playback and allowsyou to examine the details of the scene. Pause works bestwith tapes recorded in SLP speed. 1 . Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to pause the action. The TV/VCR will automatically switch from pause to...

Page 20 - Automatic Tracking; Time Counter; Commercial Scan

18 Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape Automatic Tracking The TV/VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts thepicture when playing a tape that was recorded onanother VCR. Automatic tracking is turned onwhenever a tape is inserted or the TV/VCR’s power isturned on. Manual Tracking Occasionally,...

Page 21 - Auto Play Feature; Auto Repeat Feature

TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings4 Parental Controls5 Setup TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings4 Parental Controls5 Setup 19 Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Auto Play Feature This feature enables the TV/VCR to automatically startplaying a tape when it is inse...

Page 22 - Index Search; To Select Scan and Play Index Playback; End of tape; To Select a Specific Index Number for Index Playback

20 Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape Index Search The TV/VCR automatically records index marks on the tape each time you beginrecording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by thenumber of index marks. Your TV/VCR has two index playback features. You canselect a spec...

Page 23 - Zero Search

21 Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape SKIP SPEED OFF REW PLAY FF REC STOP PAUSE DISPLAY SLEEP MUTE PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TRACK F.ADV CLEAR MENU RESET - TV VCR + CHAN V O L CHAN V O L S E A R C H Zero Search This feature allows you to quickly return to a time counter readingof 0:00:00 . Th...

Page 24 - Recording Speeds; Recording Pause; Automatic Head Cleaner; Recording a Program; Recording Features

22 Recording Speeds Press SPEED to select a recording speed. • SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. That is why most pre-recorded, rental tapes arerecorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded onthe tape. • SLP (Super Long Play) gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded...

Page 25 - Types of Recordings; Basic Recording; How to Make a Recording

23 Recording a Program Types of Recordings Your TV/VCR provides different ways to record which are explained in thefollowing sections: Basic Recording Express Recording Timer Recording Copying and Editing Tapes Basic Recording How to Make a Recording 1 . Insert a tape with safety tab in place. 2 . P...

Page 26 - Express Recording; How to Use Express Recording; Stopping an Express Recording in Progress; Display

24 Recording a Program Express Recording Express recording lets you record up to four hours or to the end of the tape without programmingthe timer. You can begin recording immediately. The TV/VCR will stop automatically at the endof the recording. SKIP SPEED OFF REW PLAY FF REC STOP PAUSE DISPLAY SL...

Page 27 - Timer Recording; Setting a Timer Recording

TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings 25 Recording a Program Timer Recording PLAY AUDIO IN REW F FWD PAUSE POWER CH CH VOL- VOL+ REC VIDEO IN WAKE UP TIMER STOP EJECT TIMER RECORD Indicator Timer recording lets you program the TV/VCR to record up to eight different programs.This is usefu...

Page 28 - Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings

TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen2 Time3 Timer Recordings TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program2 Review existing Progs. 26 Recording a Program Timer Recording SKIP SPEED OFF REW PLAY FF REC STOP PAUSE DISPLAY SLEEP MUTE PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TRACK F.ADV CLEAR MENU RESET - TV VCR + CHAN V O L CHAN V O L...

Page 29 - at the same time on both; Copying and Editing Tapes

27 Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 30.) Use another VCR or camcorder as the playback VCR andthe TV/VCR as the recording VCR. 1 . Turn on the VCR or camcorder and the TV/VCR. 2 . Press 00 on TV/VCR’s remote to select the line input ( VIDEO1 or VIDEO2 ). Pressing 00 once tunes the TV/V...

Page 30 - Location of Controls; Jacks; Front Panel

28 PLAY AUDIO IN REW F FWD PAUSE POWER CH CH VOL- VOL+ REC VIDEO IN WAKE UP TIMER STOP/EJECT PLAY AUDIO IN REW F FWD PAUSE POWER VOL- VOL+ REC VIDEO IN WAKE UP TIMER STOP EJECT CH CH Location of Controls AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives audio and video signals from anothercomponent, like a VCR o...

Page 31 - Choosing a Hookup; Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your TV/VCR.; Choose one answer from below.; Optional Hookup; Back Panel; IN FROM ANTENNA; Hooking Up the TV/VCR

29 Location of Controls Choosing a Hookup Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your TV/VCR. 1. How does your TV/VCR receive signals? Choose one answer from below. A. Dipole antenna – See page 30, Section A. B. Outside antenna – See page 30, Section B. C. Cable System – Go to question 2. 2. ...

Page 32 - Connect Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box; Connect an antenna adapter to the; Match Your Type of Antenna or Cable

30 Hooking Up the TV/VCR BOTH INT. EXT. IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO – + Connect Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box A. Dipole Antenna Follow these steps to connect a dipole antennato your TV/VCR. Do not connect a dipoleantenna if you plan to connect a different typeof indoor or outdoor...

Page 33 - Connect a Cable System With a Cable Box; A. Cable Box Required to

31 Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connect a Cable System With a Cable Box BOTH INT. EXT. IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO – + OUT IN Cable BOTH INT. EXT. IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO – + B A OUT IN A. Cable Box Required to Unscramble All Channels 1 . Connect as shown. This connection may require additi...

Page 34 - Connect a VCR or Camcorder for Copying Tapes; A. VCR for Copying Tapes; . Plug in power cords of VCR and; . Turn to page 27 for “Copying and

32 Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connect a VCR or Camcorder for Copying Tapes BOTH INT. EXT. IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO – + VCR (Playback Only) TV/VCR (Recording Only) OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. VHF/UHF 3 CH. 4 Audio/Video Cables IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO IN OUT From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box Optional A. VCR ...

Page 35 - References; Connecting External Speakers with 3-Way Operation; . Unscrew the end of the plug by turning it counterclockwise. When; . Set the speaker switch to the desired selection:

33 References Turn off the TV/VCR before cleaning. You can clean the TV/VCR as required by using a soft cloth or the dustingattachment of your vacuum cleaner. Be sure to occasionally vaccuum theventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation. To clean the TV/VCR screen, use a so...

Page 36 - Trouble Checks; Problem

34 Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Checkbelow before you call for help or take your TV/VCR to an Authorized RCAVCR Servicenter. N o power in AC mode No power in DC mode TV/VCR does not respond to remote Poor or no picture during TV viewing No so...

Page 38 - Limited Warranty

36 36 References 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. • Two years for picture tube. (The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days f...

Page 39 - Index

37 References Index Content Themes Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Defined . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....