Page 2 - Important Information; 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 4 - COMMERCIAL
TABLE OF CONTENTS 2 Programming the Remote ............................................ 35 To Control a TV .................................................................................. 36 Other Features .............................................................. 37 COMMERCIAL 66 ADVANCE .......
Page 5 - First Things First; Read the First Three sections
First Things First 3 Hi, my name is Roger... 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 the Box; The following items come packed in the box:; STEP 3: Connect your vcr
First Things First 4 Step 1: Unpack 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 of the batte...
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, depending onthe connecti...
Page 8 - Press MENU to display 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 display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language 0 Exit 2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu. PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control: VCR12 Auto Play: ON3 Auto TV/VCR: ON4 Front Panel AUTO5 Commerci...
Page 9 - Setting Up the VCR
7 Setting Up the VCR Set-up features Below is a list of features that you may want to setup before you begin using your VCR for the firsttime. • Select a Language • Set Up for a Cable Box • Set up VCR Channel List (Auto ChannelSearch) • Set Time Zone and Daylight-Saving Time(Auto Clock) • Set the Ti...
Page 10 - USING THE MENU to set up features; language; Cable Box Setup
8 Setting Up the VCR USING THE MENU to set up features You can set up features by using the menu system. The featuresyou may want to set up before you begin using your VCR areexplained in this section. language Select your preferred language, and the on-screen displays willappear in that language. 1...
Page 11 - Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
9 Setting Up the VCR CABLE BOX SETUP Do you use your cablebox to receive ALLchannels or only SOMEChannels? 1 ALL channels2 Only SOME channels3 Cancel setup 4. If you selected ALL channels, enter the output channel ofyour cable box, usually 03, 04, or video line input andpress MENU. CABLE BOX SETUPOn...
Page 12 - VCR CHANNELS LIST; Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu.; Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options.; Auto Channel Search
10 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 13 - To Change the Signal Type; To Add or Remove Channels; Detect Automatically
11 Setting Up the VCR AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Now scanning channel 14 Press any key to cancel The VCR begins scanning for the available channels—thistakes about one to two minutes. The lowest channel is tunedonce the search is complete. Now pressing CHANNEL up ordown should only select the active channe...
Page 14 - Time and Date; Auto Clock SET Feature; Press 3 to display TIME menu.
12 Setting Up the VCR Time and Date The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date. The AutoClock feature which enables the VCR to update the clock eachtime you turn off the VCR. The Auto Clock feature isadvantageous because it updates the time for you automatically.The second way is entering t...
Page 15 - Set Daylight Saving Time; Spring forward Fall backward
13 Setting Up the VCR 3. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen. SET TIME ZONE What is your Time Zone?1 Eastern2 Central3 Mountain4 Pacific5 Alaska6 Hawaii7>AutomaticPress MENU to continue 4. Select your time zone. If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR sets theclock using the f...
Page 16 - SET THE TIME AND DATE Manually; Press 3 to display the TIME menu.; Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.
14 Setting Up the VCR 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 way. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recor...
Page 17 - Numbers for Cable TV; Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen.
15 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 Discover y Channel 53 The Disney Channel 63 En...
Page 18 - Hbo; VCR Plus
16 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 19 - REMOTE VCR1/VCR2 Option; Remote Control Option; Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.
17 Setting Up the VCR REMOTE VCR1/VCR2 Option If you own a compatible RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that hasa VCR2, VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button, this feature allowsyou to set this VCR to respond to that button. Press 1 to select the Remote Control item. Then press theVCR2, VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button t...
Page 20 - AUTO PLAY
18 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 remotesetting to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will nolonger control it. Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting backto VCR1. Display the PREFERENC...
Page 21 - BRIGHT keeps the display bright.
19 Setting Up the VCR Front panel (vcr display) You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent displaypanel on the front of the VCR. Press 4 to switch between theoptions. • AUTO brightens the display when the VCR is on and dims thedisplay when the VCR is off. • BRIGHT keeps the display brigh...
Page 23 - VCR BAsICS
21 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 24 - VCR Basics; Remote Buttons; Component Buttons
22 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 25 - TV Function Buttons
23 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. Turns off other componen...
Page 26 - Playing a Tape; Automatic Rewind; Automatic Tracking; OFF
24 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. POWER EJECT CHANNEL TRACKING TV•VCR INPUT RECORD STOP PAUSE FWD REV PLAY•PAUSE If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automaticallybegins playback (if the safety ...
Page 27 - Check the Safety Tab; Recording; Press the RECORD button to begin recording.; Tape Speeds; Recording Time; Tape Eject; Press EJECT on the VCR when it is stopped to eject the tape.
25 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 29 - RECORDING; SEVERAL recording OPTIONS; Express Recording
27 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 VCRBasics section) • Express Recording • Timer Recording • Time...
Page 30 - Recording features
28 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 31 - Timer Recording; Timer Recording Information; Clock must be set correctly.
29 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 Audio7 Language 0 Exit 2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Crea...
Page 32 - Timer Recording with VCR PluS; Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU.
30 RECORDING Timer Recording with VCR PluS + You can use VCR Plus+ to simplify timer programming if youhave cable TV and don’t receive all channels through a cablebox, have a cable box the VCR can control, or if you get your TVsignal off-air. Setting Up the Channel List If you did not set up the VCR...
Page 33 - Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number.; Press MENU to save the program.
31 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 34 - 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.
32 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 erasePress M...
Page 35 - Select the channel or line input to be recorded.; Press RECORD to start recording.; Recording Audio Only; Use SPEED on the remote to select the recording speed.; Playing Back Audio Only
33 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 TV•VCRto 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. Select the channel or line ...
Page 36 - Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing; Turn on the TV and VCRs.; Two VCR Connection
34 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 ANT and OUTTO TV jacks,...
Page 37 - programming the remote; control your Television
35 programming the remote control your Television The remote may also operate your TV. Initially, itis programmed to control RCA, GE, and ProScanmodels. Other manufacturers’ brands need tobe programmed. ➣ ➣ Setting Up the VCR 2 First things first 1 ➣ recording 3 VCR Basics 4 ➣ ➣ OTHER FEATURES 6 PRO...
Page 38 - Programming the Remote; Using the Remote with a TV; Press and hold the TV button on the remote.; Operate the TV; This remote may not operate all; TV Codes
36 Programming the Remote Using the Remote with a TV Your remote can control most RCA, ProScan, and GETVs. To use the remote with other manufacturer’sbrands, it must be programmed. If the TV does notturn on when you press the TV button, the remoteneeds to be programmed. Follow these steps to program...
Page 39 - OTHER FEATURES
37 OTHER FEATURES features to enhance VCRoperation • COMMERCIAL 66 ADVANCE • MOVIE 66 ADVANCE • 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 ...
Page 40 - It does not erase the commercials from; ADVANCE in the References
38 OTHER FEATURES COMMERCIAL 66 ADVANCE COMMERCIA L 66 AD VANCE is a patented technolo gy that detects and marks most commercials on your tape for anyrecording that is more than 15 minutes long. After recording,the VCR rewinds the tape to the beginning of the recordingand determines where the commer...
Page 43 - MOVIE; MOVIE
41 OTHER FEATURES 1. Insert a tape that has been previously recorded. 2. Press 4 to select the Mark an unmarked tape feature. 3. Position the tape where you want the marking to start using PLA Y, FWD , and REV buttons. Set the tape to thepoint at which you wantto start marking. When the tape is read...
Page 44 - Preview Search Note; If you press 1, the MOVIE AD VANCE men u appears.
42 OTHER FEATURES Preview Search Note Any time during the preview searchmode, pressing SEARCH will reversethe search direction. Pressing 2 or 3 gives the same response and takes you to adifferent sear ch feature. If you accidentally make a wrongselection, press GO BACK to return to this screen. If y...
Page 45 - Picture Search Options; Forward and REVERSE Search; Pr ess FOR W ARD or REVERSE a gain or press PLA Y to r eturn to; Insert Tape
43 OTHER FEATURES MOVIE ADVANCE Press SEARCH to reversePress STOP to cancel Searching for preview... When a preview is detected, the VCR cues it and beginsplaying. MOVIE ADVANCE Press SEARCH for next Picture Search Options The most basic wa y to search during playback is using the FOR W ARD(FWD) and...
Page 46 - FRAME ADVANCE; SLOW MOTION
44 OTHER FEATURES FRAME ADVANCE Frame advance lets you view one-stop action frame after anotherduring playback. Frame advance works best for tapes recorded atthe SP or SLP speed. 1. Pr ess P AUSE to “freeze” the action. 2. Pr ess F.AD V each time y ou want to view a frame of the scene. 3. Pr ess P A...
Page 47 - Time Counter
45 OTHER FEATURES INDEX SEARCH Searching forindex number 12... Press STOP to cancel INDEX SEARCH Searching forindex marks... Press STOP to cancel 3. If you want to search through a certain number of index marks, press two number buttons to enter the number of marks youwant to search. Pr ess CLEAR on...
Page 48 - twice
46 OTHER FEATURES ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS The INFO button sho ws the status of the VCR (ST OP, PLA Y,RECORD , etc .), channel number, time counter, date, time , andtape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be setbefore they can be displayed. 1. Press INFO to see all of the on-screen displays. T...
Page 49 - Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on; Audio Set-Up Features; Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
47 OTHER FEATURES 0:30:00 2 3 Time counter only(does not time out) On-screen display off 2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on the scr een. This displa y does not time out automatically. 3. Pressing INFO a third time disables the on-screen displays. This feature prevents you fr...
Page 50 - Reception
48 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 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. • Al ways turn off the TV and other components befor eyou connect or disconnect any cables. Position Cables Correctly to ...
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.; Using This Connection; To record one program and watch another:
52 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 55 - TV with audio/Video jacks; Stereo sound playback from VCR.; Select a different channel on the TV.
53 connections TV with audio/Video jacks This connection assumes: • You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system. • Your television has audio/video jacks. This connection provides: • Stereo sound playback from VCR. • Record one channel while watching another (except whenusing a cable bo...
Page 56 - TV with audio/Video jacks and Cable box; Select an unscrambled channel on the TV.
54 connections TV with audio/Video jacks and Cable box to unscramble pay channels only This connection assumes: • You are using a cable box only to unscramble premiumchannels. • Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Stereo sound playback from VCR. • Recording a scrambled o...
Page 57 - TV with RF jack and satellite receiver; To record one off-air or cable program and watch another:; Caution
55 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 58 - TV with audio/video jacks and satellite receiver; You have an advanced satellite system.
56 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-airchannel. • Reco...
Page 59 - appendix a: reference
57 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 60 - Front Panel
58 appendix a: reference Front Panel PAUSE POWER TV•VCR CHANNEL RECORD TRACKING FWD EJECT PLAY REV STOP INPUT Remote Sensor CHANNEL•TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. Adjusts trackingwhen a tape is playing. EJECT Ejects the tape when the VCR is stop...
Page 61 - Display Panel; VCR
59 appendix a: reference Display Panel Cassette Indicator Shows when a cassette is inserted and displays direction tape is moving. Time, Time Counter, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator (LINE), or Status Displays Time or Time Counter Press INFO to switch between the current time and time counter. ...
Page 62 - Back Panel; IN FROM ANT Jack
60 appendix a: reference 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 ofthe basic hookups. AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it isconnected to t...
Page 63 - Troubleshooting Tips
61 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 66 - Questions and Answers About COMMERCIAL; ADVANCE works in SP and SLP.
64 appendix a: reference Questions and Answers About COMMERCIAL 66 ADVANCE+ Will commercials be scanned through only on playback of recordings? Yes. The VCR does not rewind and mark commercial segments until after recording is finished. How fast does the COMMERCIAL 66 ADVANCE VCR scan through the co...
Page 67 - Specifications; VHS; Storage Temperature; *Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.; Cleaning the VCR; Specifications are subject to change.
65 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 68 - Limited Warranty
66 Index 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 shipm...
Page 69 - Index; Connections 49
67 Index 3CH4 switch 52, 55, 60 A Accessing menus 5Add or remove channels 11ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen 11Audio playback type 48selecting 48 Audio features, set up 47AUDIO menu 47Audio only playing back 33recording 33 Audio/Video jacks 33Audio/video jacks 33, 51, 53, 54, 56, 60Auto channel search 10A...
Page 70 - MUTE button 23
68 Index G GO BACK button 22, 23, 42Go-to search feature 45GO-TO SEARCH menu 45 I IN FROM ANT jack 18, 51, 52, 55, 60Index search feature 44INDEX SEARCH menu 44INFO button 22, 23, 46, 59INPUT button 22, 29, 33, 58 J Jacks, types of 50 L Language feature 8LANGUAGE menu 8Limited warranty 66LINE indica...
Page 71 - Signal type
69 Index SEARCH button 23, 40, 41, 44, 45Sensor, remote 58SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS screen 13Set time and date manually 14SET TIME AND DATE menu 14SET TIME ZONE screen 13Set up audio features 47cable box 8first 3language 8using the menus 8 Signal type changing 11selecting 11 Slow motion playback 44Solvin...