Page 2 - Important Information; To reduce the risk of electric shock, match; WARNING; Product Registration
Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire orshock hazard, do not exposethis product to rain or moisture. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large d...
Page 3 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 7 First Things First .............................................................. 3 Setting up the VCR ......................................................... 7 Using the Menu to Set Up Features ................................................. 8 Language .......................
Page 5 - First Things First; Read the First Three sections
First Things First 3 Hi, my name is SUSAN... and I wrote this User’s Guide. It’s my job to seethat you have a rewarding user manual experience.And, I think you’ll be pleased with the features thatcan be accessed through the on-screen menus. Read the First Three sections The first three sections of t...
Page 6 - Step 1: Unpack What ’s in the Box
First Things First 4 Step 1: Unpack What ’s in the Box The following items come packed in the box: • VCR • Power cord • Remote control • RF coaxial cable STEP 2: Install Batteries In theRemote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change thebatteries in your VCR remote. 1. Remov...
Page 7 - STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCR; VCR Viewing Channel
First Things First 5 STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCR Insert the small end of the power cord into the back of the VCR.Match the wide blade of the plug on the other end of the cordwith the wide slot in the AC outlet. Be sure to insert the plugscompletely. STEP 5: TUNe THE TV Tune the TV to the VCR viewing cha...
Page 8 - Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU.; Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.; Press 2 to switch Auto Play to ON or OFF.; STEP 8: SET UP THE VCR
First Things First 6 1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Language/Langue/Idioma7 Audio 0 Exit 2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu. PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control: VCR12 Auto Play: ON3 Auto TV/VCR: ON 0 Exit 3. Pr...
Page 9 - Setting Up the VCR; Additional Set-up features
7 Setting Up the VCR Additional Set-up features Below is a list of set-up features that you may wantto set up before you begin using your VCR for thefirst time. • Select a Language • Set up VCR channel list (Auto Channel Search) • Set Automatic Daylight-Saving time • Set up VCR Plus+ channels • Set ...
Page 10 - USING THE MENU to set up features; If a menu does not appear:; language; Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.; Press 6 to select and display the LANGUAGE menu.
8 Setting Up the VCR USING THE MENU to set up features You can set up features by using the menu system. The featuresare explained in this section. If a menu does not appear: • Make sure TV is tuned to the same channel as the 3CH4switch or TV’s video line input. • Make sure VCR indicator is on in th...
Page 11 - VCR CHANNELS LIST; Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.; Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu.
9 Setting Up the VCR VCR CHANNELS LIST If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is notnecessary. Your VCR may come with a channel list preset atthe factory. Even though your VCR may come with a list, it’spossible that you may want to add or eliminate somechannels depending on whether they ...
Page 12 - Auto Channel Search; Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options.; To Change the Signal Type; Detect Automatically
10 Setting Up the VCR Auto Channel Search Use the Auto Channel Searchfeature to place all availablechannels in memory. If you ever change cable orantenna signals, you may need toAuto Channel Search again. 4. Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options. Choices one and two are self-explanator...
Page 13 - To Add or Remove Channels; Time and Date; Set Daylight-Saving Time; Press 3 to display the TIME menu.; Selecting Channels
11 Setting Up the VCR To Add or Remove Channels You may want to add or remove channels after you AutoChannel Search, especially if some of the channels have weaksignals or you don’t want to watch them. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. 3. Press 2 to...
Page 14 - Spring forward Fall backward; Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.; Enter the data using the number buttons. Press 0 before
12 Setting Up the VCR Time/Date Display Pressing INFO on the remote displaysthe time and date on the screen. Spring forward; Fall backward In the Spring, daylight-saving timebegins on the first Sunday in April.Because the clock automaticallychanges from 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM(forward one hour), remember...
Page 15 - VCR PLUS; Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List menu.; Numbers for Cable TV
13 Setting Up the VCR VCR PLUS + CHANNELS Using VCR Plus+ can make programming timer recordings forcable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a littletime right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet andabbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.S. andCanada follow. VCR Pl...
Page 16 - Hbo; VCR Plus
14 Setting Up the VCR Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable TV (Canadian List) 67 Allarcom Pay Television/Superchannel 44 Arts & Entertainment 72 Cable News Network-HeadlineNews 61 Cable News Network 70 Canadian Home Shopping Network 56 Canal Famille 69 Cathay International Television In...
Page 17 - Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.; REMOTE VCR1/VCR2 Option; Remote Control Option
15 Setting Up the VCR What ’s NEXT--Additional SET-UPfeatures in the Preferences menu The features in this section are all accessed through thePREFERENCES menu. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Language/Langue/Idiom...
Page 18 - AUTO PLAY
16 Setting Up the VCR Auto TV/VCR Pressing TV•VCR on the remotewill still switch between the VCRand TV mode. VCR mode: VCR indicator in thedisplay panel lights. TV mode: VCR indicator turns off. The VCR will only respond to the VCR2•DVD button.To change the remote setting back to VCR1, display thePR...
Page 19 - VCR BAsICS
17 VCR BAsICS learn the basics To getyou started These VCR basics should be enough for you tobegin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remotecontrol functions, playing a recorded tape, andrecording a program should do just that. However, there are other features thatenhance the enjoyment of your VCR, bu...
Page 20 - VCR Basics; Remote Buttons; Component Buttons
18 VCR Basics SEARCH MUTE GO BACK INFO INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REV PLAY FWD STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•CABLE VCR•DVD AUX CHAN CHAN 6 1 4 7 3 9 2 5 8 0 PWR TV VOL VOL C M EDIT + _ 1 2 e 4 3 JO G SHUTTL E Remote Buttons Your back-lit remote has a light button ( ) that glows in t...
Page 22 - TV Function Buttons
20 VCR Basics SPEED Selects a recording speed (SP or SLP). STOP Stops the current VCR function such as record, playback, rewind, or fast forward. TRACKING Up or Down Lets you manually reduce the streaks that may appear on the picture during play, slow motion, orpause. Reduces picture “jitter” during...
Page 23 - Playing a Tape; Insert a tape in the VCR.; Press FWD or REV to position the tape.; Automatic Rewind; Automatic Tracking; Tape Eject; Press EJECT on the VCR when it is stopped to eject the tape.
21 VCR BAsICS Playing a Tape 1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel(3, 4, or TV’s video input). 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. PLAY STOP PAUSE RECORD POWER EJECT REV FWD If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automaticallybegins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed). • P...
Page 24 - Check the Safety Tab; Recording; Press STOP to stop recording.; Tape Speeds; Recording Time
22 VCR Basics Check the Safety Tab No matter which recording option you use, you need to makesure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape’s safety tab isin place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tabremoved. If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it,simply cover th...
Page 25 - RECORDING; SEVERAL recording FEATURES; Express Recording
23 RECORDING SEVERAL recording FEATURES Now that you’ve gone through the necessarysteps to operate your VCR, I’ll explain thedifferent recording features that are available tosuit your needs. Recording Features: • Recording (explained in VCRBasics section) • Express Recording • Timer Recording • Tim...
Page 26 - Recording features
24 RECORDING Recording features There are four ways to record programs: • Recording lets you press one button to start recording a program. (See VCR Basics section.) • Express Recording lets you start recording a program you are watching, and then set the VCR to automatically stoprecording after a d...
Page 27 - Timer Recording; Timer Recording Information; Clock must be set correctly.
25 RECORDING 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 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Language/Langue/Idioma7 Audio 0 Exit 2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER REC...
Page 28 - Timer Recording with VCR PluS; If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ Channel List, you can do it now.; Memory Protection
26 RECORDING Timer Recording with VCR PluS + You can use VCR Plus+ to simplify timer programming if you havecable TV and don’t receive all channels through a cable box or ifyou get your TV signal off-air. Setting Up the Channel List If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ Channel List, you can do it now...
Page 29 - Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number.; Change the speed with the SPEED button on the remote
27 RECORDING 3. Enter the VCR PlusCode shown in your local televisionprogramming guide. VCR PLUS+ Enter PlusCode Number (from TV listing) 12876 Press CLEAR to correctPress MENU when done 4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number. How often should thisprogram record? 1 One Time2 Daily (every day...
Page 30 - Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screen.; Stopping a Timer Recording; Press and hold the STOP button.; REVIEWING AND CLEARING PROGRAMS; To review programs that you have already set up:; Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP; Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
28 RECORDING TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program2 Review Existing Progs.3 Use VCR Plus+ Code 0 Exit 2. Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screen. Program 1 (One Time) Channel 104 CABLEStart Time 12:00 AMEnd Time 01:30 AMStart Date 10/24/97 FriTape Speed SLP Press CLEAR to deletePress ...
Page 31 - Select the channel or line input to be recorded.; Press STOP when you are finished.; Recording Audio Only; Use SPEED on the remote to select the recording speed.; Playing Back Audio Only; Audio Connection
29 RECORDING 3. If your VCR viewing channel is 3 or 4, make sure the VCRindicator appears in the VCR’s display panel. If not, pressTV•VCR to turn it on. 4. Use the SPEED button on the remote to select arecording speed. 5. Select the channel or line input to be recorded. 6. Set the Reception: STEREO/...
Page 32 - Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing; Turn on the TV and VCRs.; Caution
30 RECORDING Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as therecording VCR. 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’svideo input). 3. If you connected your VCR using the IN FROM ANTENNA andOUT TO TELEV...
Page 33 - Using dual remote with autoedit; Press VCR2•DVD on remote to control playback VCR.
31 RECORDING Using dual remote with autoedit Use this VCR as the playback VCR and set it to respond toVCR2•DVD on the remote as described in Setting Up the VCRsection. Use your other compatible VCR as the recording VCR,which should respond to VCR1. 1. Follow step 1 - 4 in the “Using Two VCRs for Cop...
Page 35 - programming the remote
33 programming the remote control your othercomponents... The remote can be programmed to control severalcomponents, such as a television, satellite receiver,cable box, laser disc player, DVD player, or RCAaudio component. It is initially programmed to control an RCA, GE,or ProScan TV and satellite ...
Page 36 - Programming the Remote; About Programming the Remote; Programming the Remote to Control; Press and hold the TV button on the remote.; Operate the TV; After you set up the remote, see which buttons operate your TV.; This remote may not operate all
34 Programming the Remote About Programming the Remote The remote can be programmed to control other brands ofremote controllable TVs. It is already programmed to operatemost RCA, ProScan, and GE TVs. Programming the Remote to Control a TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the...
Page 37 - Brand Code Brand Code
35 programming the remote A-Mark .......................................................... 102Admiral .................................................. 005,114Amtron ......................................................... 064Akai ........................................................ 002,103An...
Page 38 - Turn on the cable box or satellite receiver.; Operate the Cable BOX or Satellite; Cable Box Codes
36 Programming the Remote Programming the Remote toControl a Satellite Receiver orCable Box The remote is programmed to control an RCA, GE, or ProScandigital satellite receiver. If you have another brand of cable box or satellite receiver withits own remote, you may be able to use the VCR’s remote t...
Page 39 - Programming the Remote to Control an; Turn on the component to be programmed.; Operating the auxiliary component
37 programming the remote Programming the Remote to Control an Auxiliary component Your remote can also control the brands of the equipment listed,such as a radio, CD player, tape player, turntable, amplifier,digital satellite receiver, or digital video disc player. 1. Turn on the component to be pr...
Page 40 - Turn on the component.; Operate the component
38 Programming the Remote Programming the Remote toControl a Laser disc player ordvd component The VCR2•DVD button on the remote is programmed to controla VCR set to respond to the VCR2 button or an RCA, ProScan, orGE laser disc player. If you have an RCA DVD component, you can program theVCR2•DVD b...
Page 41 - OTHER FEATURES; Picture Search Options
39 OTHER FEATURES features to enhance VCRoperation • Picture Search Options • Tracking • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays • Audio Reception • Audio Tape Playback 7 5 ➣ ➣ Setting Up the VCR 2 First things first 1 ➣ recording 3 VCR Basics 4 ➣ OTHER FEATURES 7 6 Connections ➣ 5 ➣ PROGRAMMING THEREMOTE...
Page 42 - Forward and REVERSE Search
40 OTHER FEATURES Picture Search Options The most basic way to search during playback is using the FWDand REV buttons. This section contains several other optionsavailable for searching a tape. Forward and REVERSE Search You can search a tape during playback. Sound is turned offduring picture search...
Page 43 - Frame Advance
41 OTHER FEATURES display changes from SLOW– to SRCH–. Pressing thebutton decreases the speed. Pr ess PLA Y to r eturn to normalplayback and turn off jog shuttle. Frame Advance When you turn on JOG SHUTTLE during playback, you are in theSTILL (pause) mode. From this mode, you can advance the tapefra...
Page 45 - Time Counter; twice; TRACKING
43 OTHER FEATURES Time Counter The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record aprogram or play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helpslocate the beginning or end of programs you taped. The timecounter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected fromthe VCR. For example, if you reco...
Page 46 - Audio Set-Up Features
44 OTHER FEATURES Audio Set-Up Features The audio set-up features enhance your tape playback andrecordings. The features in this section are accessed through theAUDIO men u and are shown in the displays below. 1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recordings3 ...
Page 47 - Reception
45 OTHER FEATURES Reception Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a secondaudio program (SAP) which off ers a second language. TheReception feature lets you select the type of audio you want torecord. Press 1 to switch between Reception : STEREO, MONO,and SAP. • Select STEREO for norma...
Page 49 - connections; Protect Your Components from Power Surges; Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.; Protect Your Components from Overheating; Do not stack components.
47 connections Things to Know BeforeConnecting Components Protect Your Components from Power Surges • Connect all components before plugging any powercor ds into the wall outlet. • Always turn off the TV and other components beforeyou connect or disconnect any cables. Position Cables Correctly to Av...
Page 50 - Connecting Your VCR; Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR.; Jacks and Cables
48 connections Connecting Your VCR Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR. Jacks and Cables RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, andmust be used if audio/video connections are not available foryour TV. These jacks are required for ...
Page 51 - Choosing a VCR Connection; TV with RF jack only; Advantages of Audio/Video Cable
49 connections Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending onwhether or not you have cable service, and if you have a cable box,and whether some of the channels are scrambled, and maybe youhave a satellite receiver along with cable (but no cable box), or...
Page 52 - TV with rf jack only; This connection assumes:; Your television has only an RF input jack.; This connection provides:; Mono sound playback from VCR.; Using This Connection; To record one program and watch another:
50 connections TV with rf jack only 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 (exceptwhen using a cable box for ...
Page 53 - TV with Audio/Video Jacks; Stereo sound playback from VCR.; Select a different channel on the TV.
51 connections C H 3 4 IN FROM ANTENNA OUT TO TELEVISION MONO L L R R IN OUT IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO VCR TV CABLE/ ANTENNA CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA INPUT 1 VIDEO R L/MONO S-VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT R L INPUT 2 VIDEO R L/MONO TV with Audio/Video Jacks This connection assumes: • You are connecting an antenna...
Page 54 - TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box; Select an unscrambled channel on the TV.
52 connections VCR CABLE CABLE BOX C H 3 4 IN FROM ANTENNA OUT TO TELEVISION MONO L L R R IN OUT IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO TV CABLE/ ANTENNA INPUT 1 VIDEO R L/MONO S-VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT R L INPUT 2 VIDEO R L/MONO IN OUT All scrambled channels must beviewed through the VCR. TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cabl...
Page 55 - TV with RF jack and satellite receiver; To record one off-air or cable program and watch another:
53 connections TV with RF jack and satellite receiver This connection assumes: • You have a basic satellite system. • Your TV does not have audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Mono sound playback from VCR. • Recording from a satellite receiver. • Recording one off-air or cable chann...
Page 56 - TV with audio/video jacks and satellite
54 connections TV with audio/video jacks and satellite receiver This connection assumes: • You have an advanced satellite system. • Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Stereo sound playback from VCR. • Recording from receiver while watching cable or off-air channel. • Re...
Page 57 - appendix a: reference
55 appendix a: reference This section gives you some additional informationabout the VCR, including a description of the unit’scontrols and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section in thisAppendix, which might help to resolve some of thosesimple problems. Finally, this section cont...
Page 58 - Front Panel
56 appendix a: reference AUDIO (R and L MONO) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcor der, when it is connected to thesejacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select L2 to record from these jacks. CHANNEL•TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in...
Page 59 - Display Panel; SLP
57 appendix a: reference Display Panel Channel Number or Line Input Indicator (L1 or L2) The channel number or line indicator (L1or L2) appears. Select L1 torecord from back input jacks or L2 to record from the front jacks. HIFI Indicator Lights during ster eo playback when Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINE...
Page 60 - Back Panel; IN FROM ANTENNA Jack
58 appendix a: reference C H 3 4 IN FROM ANTENNA OUT TO TELEVISION MONO L L R R IN OUT IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO Back Panel 3CH4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of thebasic hookups. AUDIO (R and L MONO) and VIDEO IN Jacks Rece...
Page 61 - Troubleshooting Tips; No power
59 appendix a: reference Troubleshooting Tips No power • Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet. • Check to make sure your connections are correct. VCR does not respond to remote • Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR. • Check to make sure there are no objects between the VC...
Page 62 - Streaks in picture during normal playback
60 appendix a: reference • Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input. • Try another tape. • Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion playback. Streaks in picture during normal playback • Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up...
Page 64 - Specifications; VHS; Storage Temperature; *Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.; Cleaning the VCR; Specifications are subject to change.
62 appendix a: reference Specifications Format: VHS Record/Playback Video: 4-head System: Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback system Video Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC color Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combinedantenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability*(125 cable channels) Canada: 178...
Page 65 - Limited Warranty
63 appendix a: reference 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 from date of shipment to...
Page 67 - Index
65 Index to operate a satellite receiver 36to operate an auxiliary component 37to operate TVs 34 PROGRAMS OVERLAP message 25, 27PWR button 18, 20, 37REC button 24, 29, 31Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature 29, 45, 57RECORD button 19, 22, 24, 29, 30, 31, 56Recording audio only 29basic 22broadcast ster...