Page 2 - Introduction; WARNING; Important Information; Cautions
i Introduction WARNING To reduce the risk of fireor shock hazard, do notexpose this product torain or moisture. Caution: To prevent 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 ...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
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 C...
Page 4 - Hooking Up the VCR; Choosing a Hookup; Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.; Optional Hookups
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/cableconnection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not beneeded. The advan...
Page 5 - Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box; Back of VCR; Back of TV
A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a basic connection whichrequires 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 additionalaccessories n...
Page 6 - Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels
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 OUT IN 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 OUT IN Cabl...
Page 7 - Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only
A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a basic connection whichrequires 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 additionalaccessories no...
Page 8 - Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
6 Hooking Up the VCR Connecting Two 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 t...
Page 9 - Setting Up the VCR; Startup
7 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 hook...
Page 10 - Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory.
8 Setting Up the VCR Startup 5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory. The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption, theVCR displays a message on the TV screen prompting you to performthe AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH. If the message does not appear, go to Step A below. If the message appears...
Page 13 - Using the Remote Control; Controlling a TV; Program the Remote for a TV; Operate the TV
11 Using the Remote Control Controlling a TV The VCRÔs remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScanTV. Also, you can set up the remote to control other manufacturerÔs brands. To program the remote, enterthe remote code numbers that correspond to your bra...
Page 14 - Component Buttons; Remote Control
12 Using the Remote Control CABLE Used with POWER button to turn on a compatible cable box or satellitereceiver as described on page 14 . TV Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, orProScan TV and sets the remote tocontrol the TV. Used with POWER button to turn on another brand of TV as described on page 11...
Page 15 - VCR Function Buttons; TV Function Buttons
13 Using the Remote Control VCR Function Buttons (continued) REC (Record) Starts the VCR recording. Used for one touch recording. REW (Rewind) Rewinds the tape when the VCR isstopped. Quickly searches a tape in reversemotion during playback. SEARCH Displays the INDEX, ZERO and BLANK search menus on ...
Page 16 - Controlling a Cable Box or a Satellite Receiver; Program the Remote for a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver; Cable Box Codes; Operate the Cable Box or Satellite Receiver
14 Using the Remote Control Controlling a Cable Box or a Satellite Receiver The CABLE button on the VCRÕs remote is preprogrammed to control a compatible RCA cable box or GE, RCA, or ProScan satellite receiver. If your cable box is another manufacturerÕs brand and has its own remote,you will probabl...
Page 17 - Playback; To play a tape; AUTO PLAY Feature; Playing a Tape
15 Playback To play a tape 1 . Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or the TVÕs video input to see the picture from the VCR. 2 . Insert a tape in the VCR. The VCR automatically turns on and the VCR indicator lights. The VCR automatically begins playback if the safety tab on thetape has been r...
Page 18 - Using the Playback Features; Picture Search; Slow Motion
16 Using the Playback Features Picture Search You can search for a specific tape location during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding thetape. Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best for tapes recorded inthe SP or SLP speed. Fast Forward Search 1 . Press FF on the re...
Page 19 - Time Counter
17 Using the Playback Features DISP (DISPLAY) Button The DISP button shows the status of the VCR channel number, time counter, date, time and tape speed on the TV screen. The time and date must be set before theycan be displayed. 1. Press DISP . If you do not press DISP again, this display times out...
Page 20 - Index Search; Zero Search
18 Using the Playback Features Index Search The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Search SystemÓ that automatically records an index mark onthe tape every time you begin recording a program. Your VCR has two index playbackfeatures. To locate the program you want to play, select a specific index number or searchb...
Page 21 - Blank Search; Automatic Tracking
19 Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Blank Search The VCR searches for blank portions of the tape that are more than six seconds long. 1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP . 2. Press SEARCH three times to display the BLANK SEARCH menu. 3. Press FWD on the VCR or FF on the remote to...
Page 22 - To Select Playback Sound
20 VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR PLUS+2 TIMER RECORDINGS3 TIME4 CHANNELS5 PREFERENCES6 AUDIO Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features TAPE PLAYBACK: HI-FI/LINEAR Feature The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. TheHi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right ster...
Page 23 - Recording and Playback Feature; COMMERCIAL; To Stop COMMERCIAL; To Turn Off Marking
21 Recording and Playback Feature COMMERCIAL A ADVANCE™ COMMERCIAL A ADVANCEª is a patented technology that detects and marks most commercials on your tape for any recording that is more than 15 minutes long. During playback, the VCR automatically skips thedetected commercial segments or you can cho...
Page 24 - To Select a Background for Playback; ADVANCETM
22 To Select a Background for Playback 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU . 2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu. 3. Press 7 to select CA DISPLAY: BLUE or VIDEO. ¥ Select BLUE to have the VCR display a blue screen while it advances through the block of marked commercials. ¥ Select VIDE...
Page 25 - Recording a Program; Recordings; Recording Speeds; Normal Recording; To Make a Recording
23 Recording a Program Recordings Your VCR provides different recording options. These options are explained in this section of the manual. Recording Speeds Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP or SLP). The speed you select appears on the TV screen. Tapes recorded in LP can be p...
Page 26 - One Touch Recording; Stopping a One Touch Recording in Progress
24 Recording a Program One Touch Recording One Touch recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCRturns off automatically at the end of the recording. 1. Turn on the VCR. 2. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. 3. Select the channel you want to re...
Page 27 - SAMPLE; Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TV
25 VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR PLUS+2 TIMER RECORDINGS3 TIME4 CHANNELS Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+* Recording) *VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. VCR Plus+ Setup A VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned for each broadcast or cable channel....
Page 28 - Channel Worksheet
26 Recording a Program VCR Plus+ TM Channel Worksheet Use this worksheet to create a list from which you can set up your VCR Plus+ channel list. Broadcast or Cable TV Station Name (Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.) Channel Number You Receive This Station On** VCR Plus+ Channel Number* (See Standardized V...
Page 29 - Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording; Stopping a VCR Plus+ Recording in Progress
27 VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR PLUS+ The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eightdifferent programs within a one year period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program,make sure that: ¥ The clock is set correctly.¥ A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enou...
Page 30 - Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording); Setting a Timer Recording; Stopping a Timer Recording in Progress
28 VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR PLUS+2 TIMER RECORDINGS Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The timer program and VCR Plus+ features let you program the VCR to record up to eightdifferent programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: ¥ The clock is...
Page 31 - Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings
29 Recording a Program Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU . 2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. 3. Press 2 to display the REVIEW EXISTING PROGS menu. Each entered program is displayed for a few seconds insequence. ...
Page 32 - To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP; Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)
30 Recording a Program To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3,4, or the TVÕs video input. 1 . Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. 2 . If you are using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator lights in the VCRÕs displ...
Page 33 - RECORDING AUDIO; To Record Audio Only; Using the Recording Features; Recording Pause
31 Recording a Program RECORDING AUDIO To Record Audio Only 1. Press the INPUT button or 0,0 on the remote to hear the source attached to the AUDIO jacks. VIDEO appears on the TV screen.The VCR records audio from the audio equipmentconnected to the AUDIO1 (L and R) IN jacks. 2 . Use SPEED on the rem...
Page 34 - Operating Instructions; Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible Remote; Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes
32 Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.) Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TVÕs video input. 3. If you connected your VCR using Option A (page 6) , tune the reco...
Page 35 - References; Location of Controls
33 Front Panel Back Panel References Location of Controls CHANNEL or TRACKING up or down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕschannel memory. Adjusts tracking during playback. FWD (Fast-Forward) Fast-forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture forward during playback....
Page 36 - Display Panel; TIMER
34 References Location of Controls Display Panel Hi-Fi Indicator Lights when TAPE PLAYBACK feature is set to HI-FI . Power Indicator Lights when the VCR is turned on. Flashes during a recording. Time, Channel Number, or Line Input ( L ) The current time is displayed. Only the AM indicator appears; w...
Page 37 - Cleaning the VCR
35 References Format: VHS Record/Playback Video: 4-Head System: Audio: VHS Hi-Fi Stereo record/playback system Video Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC color Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capab...
Page 38 - Trouble Checks; Trouble
36 References Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help ortake your VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Servicenter. N o power VCR does not respond to remote Remote no longer controls a GE TV Remote no longer controls a compat...
Page 40 - Questions and Answers About COMMERCIAL; Question
38 References Questions and Answers About COMMERCIAL A A ADVANCE™ Question Answer Will commercials be scanned through only onplayback of recordings? How fast does the COMMERCIAL A A ADVANCEª VCR scan through the commercial breaks? Are commercials still recorded if I want to watchthem? What if the VC...
Page 41 - Limited Warranty
39 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. ¥ The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days fromdate of shipment to the renta...
Page 42 - Index
40 References Index + and – Buttons .......................................................12,13,16 3CH.4 Switch.......................................................3-6,7,10,33 Accessories, Included .........................................................7Add or Remove Channels from Memory..........
