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 QuickSet Guide ................................................................. 8Using the Menu to Set U...
Page 5 - First Things First; Read the First Three sections
First Things First 3 Hi, my name is Liz… and I wrote this User’s Guide. It’s my job to seethat you have a rewarding user manual experience.You’ll find that I’ve arranged this manual to clearlyexplain all of your VCR’s features. Read the First Three sections The first three sections of the manual int...
Page 6 - Step 1: Unpack What ’s in the Box; The following items come packed in the box:; STEP 3: Connect your vcr
First Things First 4 Step 1: Unpack What ’s in the Box The following items come packed in the box: • VCR • 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. Remove the cover o...
Page 7 - STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCR; VCR Viewing Channel
First Things First 5 STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCR Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in theoutlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely. STEP 5: TUNe THE TV Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewingchannel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV’s video input. • If you connect your VC...
Page 8 - Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.; Press 6 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 display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Setup6 Preferences7 Audio8 Language0 Exit 2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu. PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control: VCR12 Auto Play: ON3 Auto TV/VCR: ON4 EnergySaver: 2:005 F...
Page 9 - Setting Up the VCR
7 Setting Up the VCR on-screen guide and AdditionalSet-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. • Using QuickSet Guide • Select a Language • Set up for a Digital Satellite System • Set up for a Cable Box • Set up VCR...
Page 10 - USING THE MENU to set up features; language; Using the QuickSet guide; If the menu does not appear:
8 Setting Up the VCR USING THE MENU to set up features You can set up features by using the menu system. Each featurethat appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this sectionas well as a few others you may want to set up before youbegin using your VCR. language Select your preferred language, ...
Page 11 - Press 8 to select the LANGUAGE menu.; Digital satellite system Setup; Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu.
9 Setting Up the VCR 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Setup6 Preferences7 Audio8 Language0 Exit 2. Press 8 to select the LANGUAGE menu. LANGUAGE Select a language. 1 > English 2 Espanol3 Francais Press MENU to continue ˜ ˜ 3....
Page 12 - Press 6 to select DSS SETUP.; Satellite Receiver Codes; This VCR may not control all models
10 Setting Up the VCR 3. Press 6 to select DSS SETUP. DSS SETUP On what channel doesthe VCR receive signalsfrom the DSS receiver? -- Enter 01-125 or INPUTPress MENU to cancel 4. Enter the output channel of your satellite receiver, usually 03,04, or video line input and press MENU. The VCR confirmsth...
Page 13 - Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.; Cable Box Setup
11 Setting Up the VCR Cable Box Setup This setup applies only when all channels are received throughthe cable box. There are two steps: • The first sets up the VCR for the output channel of the cablebox signal. • The second sets up the VCR for a remote-controllable cablebox so the VCR can control th...
Page 14 - Cable Box Codes
12 Setting Up the VCR 4. If you selected ALL CHANNELS, enter the output channel ofyour cable box, usually 03, 04, or video line input andpress MENU. Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that the VCRwill now receive all signals on the designated channel. 5. Press MENU and select whether your...
Page 15 - VCR CHANNELS LIST
13 Setting Up the VCR 8. Select one of the choices and follow the on-screeninstructions. CABLE BOX SETUP Did the cable boxtune to channel 9? 1 Yes, setup is complete2 No, try again3 No, cancel setup Once you have completed the setup, the VCR confirms theCABLE BOX SETUP is completed or canceled. VCR ...
Page 16 - Auto Channel Search; Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu.; To Change the Signal Type; To Add or Remove Channels
14 Setting Up the VCR Auto Channel Search Use the Auto Channel Search featureto place all available channels inmemory. If you ever change cable or antennasignals, you may need to AutoChannel Search again. Detect Automatically A strong cable or antenna signal inyour area may cause Auto Detect tomis-d...
Page 17 - Time and Date; Auto Clock SET Feature; Selecting Channels
15 Setting Up the VCR 3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Use CHANup or down or number buttons to go to the channels you wantto remove or add. ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS Channel 115is presently ADDED Press CLEAR to removePress MENU to exit Time and Date The VCR gives you two ways to set t...
Page 18 - Set Daylight Savings; Spring forward Fall backward
16 Setting Up the VCR 2. Press 3 to display TIME menu. TIME 1 Set Time and Date2 Auto Clock Set: ON3 Set Time Zone4 Set Daylight Savings XDS Time Data wasfound on channel 20. 0 Exit 3. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen. SET TIME ZONE What is your Time Zone?1 Eastern2 Central3 Mountain4 Pac...
Page 19 - SET THE TIME AND DATE Manually; Press 3 to display the TIME menu.; Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.
17 Setting Up the VCR Time/Date Display Pressing INFO on the remote displaysthe time and date on the screen. SET THE TIME AND DATE Manually If the AUTO CLOCK SET was unsuccessful, set the clock throughthe menu option. The AUTO CLOCK SET feature is set to OFFautomatically when you set the clock this ...
Page 20 - Numbers for Cable TV; Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen.
18 Setting Up the VCR See next page for Canadian List Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable TV (USA List) 35 American Movie Classics 39 Arts &-Entertainment 57 Black Entertainment 54 Bravo 42 Cable News Network 45 Cinemax 98 Cinemax 2 37 The Discovery Channel 53 The Disney Channel 63 Ent...
Page 21 - Hbo; VCR Plus
19 Setting Up the VCR *Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on. **Check your local listing for broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned. Broadcast or Cable-TV Station Name VCR Plus+ Channel Number** Channel Number You Receive the Station On* Hbo 33 ...
Page 22 - Remote Control Option; Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.; REMOTE VCR1/VCR2 Option
20 Setting Up the VCR Remote Control Option Changing the remote option to VCR2disables the remote that came withyour VCR. Additional SET-UP features in thePreferences menu The features in this section are all accessed through thePREFERENCES menu. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN ...
Page 23 - AUTO PLAY
21 Setting Up the VCR The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote’s VCR2,VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button. If you change the remote settingto VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longercontrol it. Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back toVCR1. Display the PREFERENC...
Page 24 - EnergySaver; OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off.; Preferred Tape speed; SP sets the preferred recording speed to SP.; Tape Speeds; Recording Time
22 Setting Up the VCR EnergySaver By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours ofinactivity. Press 4 to change the time delay, or to disable thefeature. • OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off. • 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or threehours ...
Page 25 - VCR BAsICS
23 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 26 - VCR Basics; Remote Buttons; Component Buttons
24 VCR Basics Remote Buttons The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and manybrands of televisions. If you have an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV, youmay be able to control it without having to program the remote. Component Buttons OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR. Also ...
Page 27 - TV Function Buttons
25 VCR BAsICS Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing andholding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the othertwo numbers. OFF Turns off the VCR when the remote is set to control the VCR. PAUSE Pauses playback or...
Page 28 - Playing a Tape; Insert a tape in the VCR.; Automatic Tracking; Select a channel up to 99 by pressing; OFF; Turns a compatible TV off and on.; VOL Up and Down; Raises and lowers sound of TV.
26 VCR Basics Playing a Tape 1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s videoinput). 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automaticallybegins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed). • Press FWD or REV (FORWARD or REVERSE on remo...
Page 29 - Automatic Rewind; Press the RECORD button to begin recording.; Check the Safety Tab
27 VCR BAsICS Automatic Rewind The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end ofthe tape during playback. While rewinding, you can pressPOWER and the VCR will turn off after rewinding. Tape Eject Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote) when it isstopped to eject the tape. Recordin...
Page 31 - RECORDING; SEVERAL recording OPTIONS
29 RECORDING SEVERAL recording OPTIONS Now that you’ve gone through the necessarysteps to operate your VCR, I’ll explain thedifferent recording features that are availableto suit your needs. Recording Features: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) • Express Recording • Timer Recording • Tim...
Page 32 - Recording features; Recording; Express Recording
30 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 33 - Timer Recording; Timer Recording Information; Clock must be set correctly.
31 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 Setup6 Preferences7 Audio8 Language0 Exit 2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS ...
Page 34 - Timer Recording with VCR Plus; If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ channel list, you can do it now.
32 RECORDING Timer Recording with VCR Plus + You can use VCR Plus+ to simplify timer programming by enteringthe TV show’s PlusCode number found in most TV and cablelistings. Setting Up the Channel List If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ channel list, you can do it now. 1. Display the CHANNELS menu ...
Page 35 - Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number.; Indicate how often you want the program to be recorded.
33 RECORDING 3. Enter the VCR PlusCode shown in your local televisionprogramming guide. VCR PLUS+ Enter PlusCode Number (from TV listing) 128768 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 da...
Page 36 - Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screen.; Stopping a Timer Recording; Press and hold the STOP button for a few seconds.; 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.
34 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 11/18/98 WedTape Speed SLP Press CLEAR to erasePress M...
Page 37 - Recording Audio Only
35 RECORDING 3. If your VCR viewing channel is 3 or 4, make sure the VCRindicator appears in the VCR’s display panel. If not, press theTV•VCR button on the remote to turn it on. 4. Use the SPEED button on the remote to select a recording speed.The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen. 5. Se...
Page 38 - Using Two VCRs for Copying and; Two VCR Connection
36 RECORDING Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as therecording VCR. 1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram below. 2. Turn on both VCRs and TV. 3. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’s video input). 4. If you are using coa...
Page 39 - programming the remote; control your TV
37 programming the remote control your TV The remote can be programmed to control atelevision. It is programmed to control an RCA, GE, orProScan TV. Other manufacturer’s brands need tobe programmed. ➣ ➣ Setting Up the VCR 2 First things first 1 ➣ recording 3 VCR Basics 4 ➣ ➣ Other FEATURES 6 PROGRAM...
Page 40 - 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.
38 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 televisions. Programming the Remote to Control a TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV but...
Page 41 - TV Codes
39 programming the remote TV Codes Akai ............................................ 03 AOC .................................... 06,12 Candle ....................................... 06 Citizen ....................................... 06 Colortyme ............................... 06 Concerto .............
Page 43 - OTHER FEATURES; features to enhance VCR operation
41 OTHER FEATURES features to enhance VCR operation • Picture Search Options • Tracking • Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays • Audio Reception • Audio Playback 7 5 ➣ ➣ Setting Up the VCR 2 First things first 1 ➣ recording 3 VCR Basics 4 ➣ OTHER FEATURES 7 6 Connections ➣ 5 ➣ ...
Page 44 - Picture Search Options; Forward and Reverse Search
42 OTHER FEATURES Picture Search Options The most basic wa y to sear ch during playback is using the FOR W ARDor REVERSE 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 off duringpic...
Page 45 - FRAME ADVANCE
43 OTHER FEATURES FRAME ADVANCE Frame advance lets you view one-stop action frame after anotherduring playback. Frame advance works well for tapes recorded at theSP or SLP speed. 1. Pr ess P AUSE or F .AD V to “freeze” the action. 2. Pr ess F.AD V each time y ou want to view a frame of the scene. 3....
Page 46 - TRACKING; Press SEARCH on the remote until the GO-TO SEARCH menu
44 OTHER FEATURES TRACKING Your VCR has automatic tracking which r emoves the str eaks orsnow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated when youinsert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need tomanually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on adifferent VCR. Just ...
Page 47 - Locking Feature; twice; to display the time counter.
45 OTHER FEATURES Locking Your VCR: If a timer recording is programmed,make sure your VCR is turned off.Locking your VCR prevents the VCRfrom being accidentally turned on. Pro-Tect Plus ™ Locking Feature To disable the usage of the VCR, or to protect y our timer r ecor dings,you can lock the VCR so ...
Page 48 - Audio Set-Up Features
46 OTHER FEATURES ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS The INFO button sho ws the status of the VCR (Stop , Play, Rec , etc .),channel number (Video1 or Video 2 for the line input), time counter,date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time mustbe set before they can be displayed. 1. Press INFO to se...
Page 49 - Reception; Select STEREO for normal or stereo broadcast TV recording.; Tape Playback
47 OTHER FEATURES To receive Hi-Fi stereo sound, useaudio-video cables with a compatibleTV or receiver. Using only the RF OUTjack will not produce stereo sound. Reception Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a secondaudio program (SAP) which off ers a second language. The Receptionfea...
Page 51 - connections; Protect Your Components from Power Surges; Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.; Protect Your Components from Overheating; Do not stack components.
49 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 52 - Connecting Your VCR; Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR.; Jacks and Cables
50 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 53 - Choosing a VCR Connection; TV with RF jack only; Advantages of Audio/Video Cable
51 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 54 - TV with rf jack only; This connection assumes:; Your television has only an RF input jack.; This connection provides:; Mono sound playback from VCR.; If your cable box is remote controllable:; Connect cables as shown.; Using This Connection; To record one program and watch another:
52 connections VCR TV CABLE/ ANTENNA CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA 3 CH. 4 ANT. IN RF OUT VIDEO AUDIO IN OUT L R 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 ...
Page 55 - TV with audio/video jacks; Stereo sound playback from VCR.; Select a different channel on the TV.
53 connections TV VCR 3 CH. 4 VIDEO AUDIO IN OUT ANT. IN RF OUT L R 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, cable, or cable box system. • You...
Page 56 - TV with audio/Video jacks and Cable box; Select an unscrambled channel on the TV.
54 connections VCR CABLE CABLE BOX 3 CH. 4 VIDEO AUDIO IN OUT ANT. IN RF OUT L R TV CABLE/ ANTENNA INPUT 1 VIDEO R L/MONO S-VIDEO AUDIO OUTPUT R L INPUT 2 VIDEO R L/MONO IN OUT TV with audio/Video jacks and Cable box to unscramble pay channels only This connection assumes: • You are using a cable bo...
Page 57 - TV with RF jack and digital satellite; Press TV•VCR and select a different channel on the TV.; Caution
55 connections TV with RF jack and digital satellite receiver This connection assumes:• You have a basic digital satellite system and your TV does nothave audio/video input jacks. This connection provides:• Mono sound playback from VCR, recording from a digitalsatellite receiver, and recording one o...
Page 58 - TV with audio/video jacks and DIGITAL; If the VCR can control your digital satellite receiver:; Begin recording a program using a recording feature.
56 connections TV with audio/video jacks and DIGITAL satellite receiver This connection assumes:• You have an advanced digital satellite system and your TVhas audio/video input jacks. This connection provides:• Stereo sound playback from VCR, recording from receiver whilewatching cable or off-air ch...
Page 59 - Finally, this section contains your warranty information.
57 appendix: reference This section gives you some additional information aboutthe VCR, including a description of the unit’s controlsand display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section in thisAppendix, which might help to resolve some of thosesimple problems. Finally, this section contai...
Page 60 - Front Panel
58 appendix: reference T R A C K I N G ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ F W D P L A Y P A U S E R E C O R D R E V ^ ^ ^ C H A N N E L P O W E R S T O P E J E C T . . TIMER VCR A M VIDEO IN L mono • AUDIO IN • R AUDIO (R and Lmono) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it...
Page 61 - Display Panel
59 appendix: reference Display Panel Time, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator (L1 or L2), Tape Speed Indicator, or Status Indicators Time The current time appears. Only an AM indicator appears with the time. There is no indicator for PM. Channel Number or Line Input Indicator The channel number ap...
Page 62 - Back Panel; RF OUT Jack
60 appendix: reference Back Panel 3 CH. 4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR usingone of the basic hookups. AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it isconnected to ...
Page 63 - Troubleshooting Tips; continued on next page
61 appendix: 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 VCR ...
Page 67 - Limited Warranty
65 appendix: reference Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials 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 68 - Specifications; VHS; Storage Temperature; *Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.; Specifications are subject to change.; Cleaning the VCR
66 appendix: 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 c...
Page 69 - Index
67 Index 3 CH. 4 switch 5, 8, 52, 55, 60 A Accessing menus 5 Add or remove channels 14 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen 15 ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks 4, 5, 8, 50, 51, 52, 55, 60 Audio AUDIO menu 46 Hi-Fi 47 linear 47mono 47 playback 47 reception 47 recording audio only 35 SAP 47 set-up features 46stereo 47 ...
Page 72 - As an E; Partner, Thomson Consumer; guidelines
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