Page 2 - Introduction; WARNING; Cautions
i Introduction WARNING To reduce the risk offire or shock hazard,do not expose this VCRto rain or moisture. Important Information WARNING RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVECOVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFI...
Page 3 - Recording a Program; Table of Contents; Important Information; Using the Remote Control
Auto Head Cleaner ________________ 19Pause for Stop-Action______________ 20Slow Motion______________________ 20Digital Auto Tracking _____________ 20Manual Tracking __________________20Picture Search ____________________ 21Variable Speed Picture Search and Frame Advance Using JOG SHUTTLE on Remote _...
Page 4 - Hooking Up the VCR; Choosing a Hookup; Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.; Choose one answer from below.; Optional Hookups
2 Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through 7 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) andAdvanced (B). 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 Advan...
Page 5 - Back of VCR; Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box; Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.; Back of TV
3 Hooking Up the VCR VIDEO IN OUT ANTENNA AUDIO IN OUT RIGHT RIGHT L/MONO L/MONO 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 Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box A. Basic hookup. Use this h...
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 VIDEO IN OUT ANTENNA AUDIO IN OUT RIGHT RIGHT L/MONO L/MONO OUT IN Cable Box From Cable RF Coaxial Cable Back of VCR Back of TV Cable/ Antenna OR VHF UHF RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) 75 to 75/300 Ohm Separator VIDEO IN OUT AN...
Page 7 - Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels
5 Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels (such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.) A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a simple connectionwhich requires fewer accessories. 1 . Connect as shown. This connection may require additionalaccessories not provided....
Page 8 - Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes; . Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 and
6 Hooking Up the VCR Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes VIDEO IN OUT ANTENNA AUDIO IN OUT RIGHT RIGHT L/MONO L/MONO VIDEO IN OUT ANTENNA AUDIO IN OUT RIGHT RIGHT L/MONO L/MONO Playback VCR From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) Recording VCR Audio/Video Cables RF Coaxial Cab...
Page 9 - Setting Up the VCR; Check accessories with VCR.; Attach power cord to back of VCR.; Remote; Startup; Power Cord
7 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. 3. Insert batteries in remote. Remote (Stock No. 221405) SEARCH VOL VOL MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT 1 4 7 TV•VCR 3 6 9 2 5 8 0 CLEAR SPEED REW ...
Page 10 - Select the VCR’s output channel.
4. Turn on the TV. A. Turn on the TV. B . If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to channel 3. If you used one of the advanced hookups,tune the TV to the TVÕs video input. (See TVownerÕs manual for details.) 5. Turn on the VCR. Press VCR1 on the remote. 6. Select the VCR’s output channel....
Page 11 - Select the VCR’s video system.
9 Setting Up the VCR Startup 7. Select the VCR’s video system. A . Press VCR1 on the remote. B . Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. C . Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu. D . Press 4 to select the type of video that is broadcast in your area. ¥ Select Vide...
Page 12 - Place channels in the VCR’s memory.; Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory.
10 Setting Up the VCR Startup 9. Place channels in the VCR’s memory. Channels 2 through 13 including line inputs ( L1 and L2 ) are in the VCRÕs memory when you first turn it on. The VCR stops on thesechannels when you press CHANNEL up or down. To get additional channels available on your antenna or ...
Page 13 - Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.
11 Setting Up the VCR Startup 12. Set the time and date. When you first turn on the VCR, Ð Ð : Ð Ð appears in theclock area of the VCRÕs display panel. A . Press MENU•PROG on remote to see VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. B . Press 2 to display SET CLOCK . C . Enter the time and date with the number ...
Page 14 - Buttons; Up or Down; Component Buttons
12 Using the Remote Control Buttons SEARCH VOL VOL MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT 1 4 7 TV•VCR 3 6 9 2 5 8 0 CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG * POW ER VCR1 SAT•CABLE TV VCR2•LD AUX CHAN C H A N TRACKING 3 4 SLOW – + JO G SHUTTL E EDIT AUX (Auxiliary) Used with POWER button to turn on com...
Page 15 - PAUSE; Up and Down; VCR Function Buttons; Cable Box or Digital Satellite System Receiver Function Buttons; POWER
13 Using the Remote Control Buttons Arrow Buttons ( ) Allow you to move through themenus, enter data, and changesettings of selected features. CHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channelin the TVÕs channel memory whenremote is set to control a TV. CLEAR Removes menus or status displaysfrom ...
Page 16 - Controlling a VCR; Program the VCR for Remote Control; Important Reminder:
14 Using the Remote Control Controlling a VCR The VCRÕs remote controls two compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan VCRs withthe VCR1 and VCR2•LD buttons. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to VCR1 without being programmed. If you own two compatible VCRs, test them to see if VCR1 turns on both VCRs. ...
Page 17 - Controlling a TV; Program the Remote for a TV; H e l p f u l H i n t :; Operate the TV
15 Using the Remote Control Controlling a TV The VCRÔs remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatibleGE, RCA, or ProScan TV. The remote can also be set up to control othermanufacturerÔs brands. To program the remote, enter remote code numbers thatcorrespond to your brand. Pro...
Page 19 - Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component; Program the Remote for an Auxiliary Component; Operate the Auxiliary Component
17 RCA 03 07 06 05 AM/FM CD Tape Phono Type of Auxiliary Audio Equipment and Code* Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component The remote that came packed with your VCR is also capable of controlling one compatibleRCA audio component, such as an AM/FM radio, CD player, tape player, or phonograph.The remo...
Page 20 - Playing a Tape; Operating Instructions; NTSC Video Playback Mode
18 Playing a Tape Operating Instructions NTSC Video Playback Mode You can select the type of playback for tapes recorded in NTSC. 1 . Press MENU•PROG on the remote to see the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. 2 . Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu. 3 . Press 5 to select NTSC or PAL playback. ¥ Se...
Page 21 - Using the Playback Features; To Select Playback Sound; Auto Head Cleaner
19 Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The Hi-Fisound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on thelinear track. To enjoy Hi-Fi s...
Page 23 - Picture Search; Fast Forward Search; JOG SHUTTLE; Searching in the Play Mode
21 Picture Search You can search a picture during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding the tape.Sound is turned off during picture search. The picture is best for tapes recorded in theSP or SLP speed. Fast Forward Search 1 . Press FF on the remote or FWD on the VCR to search forward at a faster-...
Page 24 - DISPLAY Button
22 Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape DISPLAY Button 1. Press DISPLAY on the remote to display the status of the VCR, channel number, timecounter, date, time, and tape speed on the TVscreen. The time will appear in the displaypanel. The time and date must be set before they aredisplayed. If ...
Page 25 - Index Search
23 Index Search The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Search SystemÓ that automatically records an indexmark on the tape every time you stop and then start a new recording. Duringplayback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of indexmarks. The VCR will automatically locate the index number y...
Page 26 - Zero Search; Commercial Scan
24 Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features Zero Search The zero search feature allows you to quickly return to a counter reading of 0:00:00 at any spot on the tape. This is convenient when you want to watch a segment of the tapeseveral times. 1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP . 2. Pre...
Page 27 - Types of Recordings; Recording Speeds; Recording Pause; Using the Recording Features
25 Your VCR provides different types of recording. These types are explained in the following sections: Basic Recording Ð Operating Instructions Recording While You're Away Timer Recording One Touch Recording Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program) Recording Audio Only Using Two ...
Page 28 - To Make a Recording; Basic Recording – Operating Instructions
26 Recording a Program To Make a Recording Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input channel. 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The cassette-in indicator lights in the VCRÕs display panel. 2. Press VCR1 ( VCR2•LD) to set remote to control the VC...
Page 29 - Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording); Setting a Timer Recording; Turn off the VCR
27 Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The timer program feature lets you program the VCR to record up to eight differentprograms within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: ¥ The clock is set correctly.¥ A tape with safety tab has been inserted ...
Page 30 - Select Cable Box (or Satellite Receiver) Channel; If you receive all channels; Check or Clear a Timer Recording
28 Recording a Program Select Cable Box (or Satellite Receiver) Channel If you receive all channels from a cable box (or satellite receiver) and complete Cable Box Setup , the VCR will automatically enter the output channel of your cable box (or satellite receiver) as the channel to be recorded in t...
Page 31 - One Touch Recording; Stopping a Recording in Progress; One Touch Display on
29 Recording a Program One Touch Recording One touch recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCRwill turn off automatically at the end of the recording. SLP VCR H M RECORD Display showing 30minutes remaining for onetouch recording. SEARCH VOL VOL MUTE ...
Page 32 - To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP
30 To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input. 1 . Insert a tape with safety tab in place. 2 . If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears in the VCRÕs display panel. If not,press TV•VCR to t...
Page 33 - Recording Audio Only; To Record Audio Only
31 Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN ( R and L/MONO ) jacks on the VCR. To Record Audio Only 1. Press INPUT to select L1 to record from the jacks on the back of the VCR or L2 to record from the jacks on the front of the VCR. The VCR wi...
Page 34 - Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes; at the same time; Using Dual Remote with AutoEdit
32 Recording a Program Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.) Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other VCR as the recording VCR. If you have two compatible VCRs, use the AutoEdit feature described below. 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2. T...
Page 35 - References; Location of Controls; Front Panel; Tape Compartment
33 References Location of Controls CHANNEL/ TRACKING ( Up or Down) Selects next higher or lower channel inthe VCRÕs channel memory.Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. EJECT Press when the VCR is stopped to ejectthe cassette. FWD (Fast Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR isstopped.Searc...
Page 36 - Back Panel; ANTENNA IN; Display Panel
34 References Location of Controls Back Panel ANTENNA IN Connector Receives the signal from an antenna or cablesystem that is attached to this connector. ANTENNA OUT Connector Passes signal to TV using the coaxial cablesupplied. VIDEO and AUDIO (RIGHT and L/MONO) IN Jacks Receives signals from anoth...
Page 37 - HIFI
35 35 References Location of Controls Cassette-In Indicator ( ) Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Channel Number, L1 , or L2 The channel number or line indicator ( L1 or L2) is displayed. Select L1 to record from the jacks on the back of the VCR or L2 to record from the jacks on the front of the VCR...
Page 38 - Trouble Checks; Trouble
36 References Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check belowbefore you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Service Center. N o power Clock shows incorrect time or date Remote locks up VCR does not respond to remote Remote no long...
Page 40 - Cleaning the VCR
38 References Format: VHS Record/Playback Video: 4-Head System: Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback system Video Signal System: PAL M and NTSC Recording and Playback Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming ...
Page 41 - Index
39 References Index Antenna.....................................................2-3 Audio/Video Jacks...............................2,3-6 Cable TV ................................................2,3-5 Two VCRs ....................................................6 Contents ..............................
