Page 2 - WARNING; CAUTION; Product Registration; Important Information
This symbol indicates"dangerous voltage" insidethe product that presents arisk of electric shock or personal injury. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire orelectric shock, do not exposethis product to rain or moisture. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back...
Page 3 - Component Input Jacks
Introduction 1 Key Features Overview Your TV/VCR is equipped with features that will add to your TV/VCR viewing experience. Thefollowing information summarizes these features. Chapter 3 provides more information about therest of the TV/VCR’s features and how to use them. V-Chip: Parental Controls De...
Page 5 - Table of Contents; Chapter 1: Introduction; Table of contents
3 Table of Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Key Features Overview .................................................................................................... 1 V-Chip: Parental Controls ........................................................................................... 1Component In...
Page 6 - Chapter 4: Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System
Table of Contents 4 Chapter 3: Features Parental Controls and V-Chip ......................................................................................... 22 How V-Chip Works ................................................................................................... 22New Rating Systems ...
Page 7 - Chapter 1
Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before You Connect • Choose Your Connection • Connections • Plug in the TV/VCR • Put Batteries in the Remote • Turn on the TV/VCR • Initial Setup • VCR Basics 5 Chapter 1 Changing Entertainment. Again. Graphics used within this publicati...
Page 8 - Things to Consider Before You Connect
6 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before You Connect Protect Against Power Surges • Connect all components before you plug any of their power cords into the wall outlet. • Turn off the TV/VCR and/or component before you connect or disconnect any cables. • Make sure all antennas ...
Page 9 - Choose Your Connection; Components; Satellite
Chapter 1 7 Connections & Setup Choose Your Connection There are several ways to connect your TV/VCR. Please use the following chart to determinewhich connection is best for you. Proceed to the appropriate page, and connect your TV/VCR. TV/VCR Components TV/VCR TV/VCR Connection Go To Title TV/V...
Page 10 - From Antenna/Cable Feed
8 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup From Antenna/Cable Feed VIDEO LINE IN ANT/CABLE 75 LINE COMPONENT-IN IN 1 L R L R P R (C R ) P B (C B ) OUT AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO TV/VCR back panel Y TV/VCR Connection: TV/VCR Only 1. Connect the antenna/cable feed to the TV/VCR Connect your TV antenna/cable feed’s RF...
Page 11 - DVD Player; Connect your cable or antenna to your TV/VCR
Chapter 1 9 Connections & Setup TV/VCR back panel VIDEO LINE IN ANT/CABLE 75 W LINEOUT COMPONENT -IN IN 1 L R L PR(CR) PB(CB) AUDIO AUDIO VIDEO Y A UDIO OUT L R Y P B P R COMPONENT VIDEO OUTPUT VIDEO S-VIDEO DVD player back panel TV/VCR DVD Player Connection: TV/VCR + DVD Player 1. Connect your ...
Page 12 - Connect the satellite receiver to the TV/VCR
10 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Connection: TV/VCR + Satellite Receiver 1. Connect the satellite receiver to the TV/VCR A. Connect one end of an RF coaxial cable (not included) to the TV/VCR’s ANT/CABLE jack. Connect the other end to the satellite receiver’s antenna outputjack (sometimes labele...
Page 13 - Put Batteries in the Remote
Chapter 1 11 Connections & Setup 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ON • OFF TV VCR DVD MUTE SKIP GO BACK SOUND TIMER INFO MENU CLEAR INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD SLOW – INDEX + SPEED STOP PAUSE ANTENNA AUX SAT•CABLE OK CH + CH VOL VOL VCR2 TRACKING + T R ACKING - ON•OFF button Arrow buttons(up, down, lef...
Page 14 - Initial Setup; Automatically Searching for Channels; Select a Language
12 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Initial Setup The first time you turn on your TV/VCR, you’ll be asked to set a few screens so that your TV/VCR will be set upcorrectly. Complete the following steps to set up your TV/VCR. ENGLISH ESPANOL FRANCAIS SELECT / : SET OK SELECT LANGUAGE CONNECT ANTENNA ...
Page 15 - Setting the Clock; To set the; Add or Erase Channels
Chapter 1 13 Connections & Setup MENU TIME VIDEO ADJUST AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION TIMER RECORDINGS LANGUAGE SETTING V-CHIP BLOCK SELECT / : SET OK PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU SETTING FUNCTION AUTO CH PRESET CH SEARCH CH MEMORY CABLE SELECT / : SET OK PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU CH MEMORY AIR 54 ADD SELECT /...
Page 16 - VCR Basics; Playing a Tape; Automatic Rewind; Basic Recording
14 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup VCR Basics Now that you’ve finished the initial setup, you can watch TV or start using theVCR part of your product. Playing a Tape 1. Insert a tape in the TV/VCR. If the safety tab on the videotape is removed, the tape automatically beginsplayback. 2. Press the V...
Page 17 - Remote Control; The buttons on the remote control; Chapter 2
Remote Control Chapter Overview: • The buttons on the remote control • Programming the remote to operate other components • How to use the remote after you’ve programmed it • How to order a new remote control • Code list 15 Chapter 2 Changing Entertainment. Again. Graphics used within this publicati...
Page 18 - The Remote Control; The Buttons on the Remote Control
16 Chapter 2 The Remote Control 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ON • OFF TV VCR DVD MUTE SKIP GO BACK SOUND TIMER INFO MENU CLEAR INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD SLOW – INDEX + SPEED STOP PAUSE ANTENNA AUX SAT•CABLE OK CH + CH VOL VOL VCR2 T RACKING + T R A CKING - The Buttons on the Remote Control Your backl...
Page 20 - How to Program the Remote; Using Automatic Code Search; Find Out If You Need to Program the Remote
18 Chapter 2 The Remote Control You’ll use these buttons when you programthe remote to operate another component. The remote may not operate all models ofall brands. STOP TV ON•OFF AUX DVD SAT CABLE PLAY REVERSE CH + C H - V O L V O L VCR VCR2 Tip To stop the automatic code search withoutprogramming...
Page 21 - Using Direct Entry; How to Order A New Remote Control
Chapter 2 19 The Remote Control Using Direct Entry 1. Turn on the component you want the remote to operate. 2. Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on page 20. 3. Press and hold component button that corresponds to the component you want the remoteto operate (VCR2,...
Page 22 - Code List; VCR
20 Chapter 2 Code List VCR Admiral ........................................................................ 2131Adventura .................................................................... 2026Aiko ............................................................................. 2027Aiwa ................
Page 23 - Chapter 3
Using the TV/VCR’sFeatures Chapter Overview: • Parental Controls and V-Chip • Recording Features • Picture Search Options • Audio Features Chapter 3 Changing Entertainment. Again. 21 Graphics used within this publication are for representation only.
Page 24 - Using the TV/VCR’s Features; Parental Controls and V-Chip; New Rating Systems
Using the TV/VCR’s Features 22 Chapter 3 Parental Controls and V-Chip The V-CHIP BLOCK feature allows you to program your TV/VCR so that children can’t see certain programs or channels. • TV GUIDELINES menu allows you to block TV programs based on age, violence, sex, or other content you don’t want ...
Page 25 - Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings; Set the TV GUIDELINES; Rating Limits
Using the TV/VCR’s Features Chapter 3 23 Mature Audience Only . Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17. It contains one or more of the following content themes: crude indecent language (L), explicitsexual activity (S), or graphic violence (V). Parent...
Page 27 - Set the MPAA; Description for MPAA Age-Based Ratings
Using the TV/VCR’s Features Chapter 3 25 Set the MPAA Rating Limits The MPAA menu lets you decide which movies can and can’t be viewed according to the age-based rating of the MPAA. The TV/VCR locks and unlocks the parental control settings using a password you select. If you only want your child to...
Page 28 - Download New; Rating System; Turning V-Chip Block On and Off
Using the TV/VCR’s Features 26 Chapter 3 Download New Rating System You can choose to download additional new rating systems. The new ratingsystems will be automatically set according to the ratings you have previouslychosen. 1. Press MENU on the remote (the main MENU appears). 2. Press the up or do...
Page 29 - Recording Features; Recording Time; Recording Speeds; SP; Recording Pause; Types of Recording; Recording; Timer Recording; To set a timer recording.
Using the TV/VCR’s Features Chapter 3 27 Recording Features The TV/VCR provides several different ways to record programs. The following pages explain how to use thetypes of recording features. If you’re using the remote control, you must press the VCR button to put theremote control in VCR mode. No...
Page 30 - Check, Change, or Delete Timer Recordings
Using the TV/VCR’s Features 28 Chapter 3 3. Press the right arrow button to select NEXT and press OK. 4. Press the up or down arrow button to scroll through the MODE settings (i.e., how often): DAILY --every day, MON-SAT – Monday through Saturday, MON-FRI , – weekdays, or a certain day of the week) ...
Page 31 - Copying and Editing Tapes
Using the TV/VCR’s Features Chapter 3 29 To delete a program, use the left or right arrow buttons to select DELETE and press OK. Use the up or down arrow buttons to select the program youwant to delete and press OK. 4. After you have reviewed all of your programs press MENU to exit. LINE 2 REC TIMER...
Page 32 - Picture Search Options; Frame Advance; Slow Motion; Index Search; To Select a Specific Index Number for Index Playback.
Using the TV/VCR’s Features 30 Chapter 3 Picture Search Options The most basic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD or REVERSE buttons.This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. Press PLAY to returnto normal screen. Frame Advance Frame advance allows yo...
Page 33 - Tracking; Time Counter
Using the TV/VCR’s Features Chapter 3 31 Tracking Your TV/VCR has automatic tracking which removes streaks and “noise” from the picture.Tracking has no effect when recording – only during playback. Automatic tracking is activatedwhen you insert a tape. TRACKING flashes on the TV screen during automa...
Page 34 - Audio Features; Reception; STEREO; Tape Playback
Using the TV/VCR’s Features 32 Chapter 3 Audio Features The audio you select affects both tape playback and recordings. Note: The TV/VCR must be properly connected to a stereo system using audio/video cables to hear stereo sound. Press the SOUND button on the remote to select the type of audio you w...
Page 35 - Chapter 4
Using the TV/VCR’sMenu System Chapter Overview: • How to Use Your TV/VCR’s Menu System • The TIME Menu • The VIDEO ADJUST Menu • The AUDIO ADJUST Menu • The LANGUAGE Menu • Setting Closed Caption Modes • Additional Setup Features Graphics contained within this publication are for representational pu...
Page 36 - Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System; TIME Menu; How to Use Your TV/VCR’s Menu System; Accessing Menus
34 Chapter 4 Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System TIME Menu You must set the clock before you can use the ON TIMER or SLEEP TIMER . CLOCK SET The TV/VCR has an automatic clock setting featur e that automatically sets the time fr om an EDS (Extended Data Ser vice) channel when the power is tur ned of f. If...
Page 37 - Automatic Clock Set; or
Chapter 4 35 Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System • Automatic Clock Set Press the up or down ar row to select AUTO CLOCK ON and pr ess OK. The indicator moves to EDS CH. If you know the EDS channel in your ar ea, use the up and down ar rows to enter the number or select AUTO and pr ess OK. Tur n of f the ...
Page 38 - VIDEO ADJUST Menu; BALANCE
36 Chapter 4 Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System MENU TIME VIDEO ADJUST AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION TIMER RECORDINGS LANGUAGE SETTING V-CHIP BLOCK SELECT / : SET OK PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU AUDIO ADJUST EQUISOUND OFF BASS TREBLE BALANCE RESET SELECT / : SET OK PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU BASS VIDEO ADJUST Menu The ...
Page 39 - The LANGUAGE Menu; CLOSED CAPTION Mode
Chapter 4 37 Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System The LANGUAGE Menu The language of the on-screen menus is set to English. If you want yourTV/VCR’s menus to appear in Spanish or French, follow these steps: 1. Press MENU on the r emote (the main MENU appears). 2. Press the up or down ar row button to highl...
Page 40 - Additional Setup Features
38 Chapter 4 Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System FUNCTION ENERGY SAVE OFF BLUE SCREEN ON REPEAT PLAY OFF SELECT / : SET OK PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU MENU TIME VIDEO ADJUST AUDIO ADJUST CLOSED CAPTION TIMER RECORDINGS LANGUAGE SETTING V-CHIP BLOCK SELECT / : SET OK PREVIOUS : QUIT MENU Additional Setup Feature...
Page 41 - Other Information; Chapter 5
Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Care and Cleaning • Front Panel • Back Panel • TV/VCR’s Video Input Channel • Limited Warranty • Accessories • Index 39 Chapter 5 Changing Entertainment. Again. Graphics used within this publication are for representation only.
Page 42 - Troubleshooting; General TV/VCR Problems
Other Information 40 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Most problems you encounter with your TV/VCR you can correct by consulting the Troubleshooting list that follows. General TV/VCR Problems TV/VCR won’t turn on • Make sure you press the TV or VCR buttonon the remote control before you press the ON•OFF bu...
Page 43 - VCR Playback Problems
Chapter 5 41 Other Information Troubleshooting Sound okay, picture poor • Try adjusting sharpness function to improve weak signals. Go to page 36 for instructions. • The energy save feature might be on. Go to page 13 for more information. Can’t select certain channel • Channel may be blocked or not ...
Page 44 - VCR Recording Problems
Other Information 42 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting (continued) Snow or streaks in picture or no picture during tape playback • Some snow/ streaks are normal during search, pause, frame advance, and slow-motion playback. • Check tape- it may be worn out or of poor quality. • Might need to adjust the trac...
Page 45 - Front Panel; PLAY; Remote Sensor
Chapter 5 43 Other Information PAUSE REW PLAY FWD STOP/EJECT VOL- VOL+ CH+ CH- POWER RECORD PROGRAM EVENT TIMER REC VIDEO L/MONO R PHONES PAUSE REW PLAY FWD STOP/EJECT VOL- VOL+ CH+ CH- POWER RECORD PROGRAM EVENT TIMER REC VIDEO L/MONO R PHONES POWER POWER Front Panel CH + and – Scans down through t...
Page 46 - Back Panel; Care and Cleaning
Other Information 44 Chapter 5 Back Panel ANT/CABLE Jack Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system when the TV/VCR is attached with an RF cable. LINE IN/IN 1 AUDIO (L and R) and VIDEO Jacks Receives signals from another component, such as another VCR or camcorder, when the component is conne...
Page 47 - What your warranty covers:
Chapter 5 45 Other Information RCA TruFlat TV/VCR Combination Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Defects in material or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • One year fr om date of pur chase for labor char ges. • One year fr om date of pur chase for par ts. • Two years fr om da...
Page 48 - Limitation of Warranty:
Other Information 46 Chapter 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 ON • OFF TV VCR DVD MUTE SKIP GO BACK SOUND TIMER INFO MENU CLEAR INPUT REVERSE PLAY FORWARD RECORD SLOW – INDEX + SPEED STOP PAUSE ANTENNA AUX SAT•CABLE OK CH + CH VOL VOL VCR2 TRACKING + T R ACKING - Finding the TV/VCR’s Video LineInput Channel Yo...
Page 49 - Accessory Order Form; Accessories
Chapter 5 47 Other Information $ Price Part No. Description Qty $ $ Prices are subject to change without notice. Total Merchandise ............................................ Sales Tax ............................................................. We are required by law to collect theappropriate sal...
Page 50 - To Order; Detach Her
Other Information 48 Chapter 5 To Order To place your order by phone, have your Visa,MasterCard or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed below. Use this number only to place an order foraccessory items listed on this order form. 1-800-338-0376 To place your order by mail, detach a...
Page 51 - Index
Chapter 4 49 Index Index A Accessories 47Add/erase channels 13ANT/CABLE jack 8, 10, 44ANTENNA button 16Arrow buttons 16, 35, 36, 37, 38 AUDIO ADJUST menu 36 Audio/video jacks 10, 43, 44, 46Auto channel search 12AUX button 16 B Back panel jacks 44Back-lit remote 16Batteries for remote 11 BLUE SCREEN ...
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