Page 2 - Introduction; WARNING; Important Information; Cautions
i Introduction WARNING To reduce the risk offire or shock hazard,do not expose this VCRto rain or moisture. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of 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 d...
Page 3 - Table of Contents
1 Introduction Table of Contents Using the Playback Features Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/ MIX Feature ____________________ 27 Auto Play Feature _________________ 28Auto Repeat Feature_______________ 28Pause for Stop-Action______________ 29Picture Search ____________________ 29Frame Advance _________...
Page 4 - Hooking Up the VCR; Choosing a Hookup; Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.; What type of satellite system do you have?; 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 and C). 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...
Page 5 - Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box; . Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR; Back of TV
3 Hooking Up the VCR C H 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO R R L IN OUT IN OUT 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 IN FROM ANTENNA OUT TO TELEVISION MONO L Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box A. Bas...
Page 6 - Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels; switch on back of VCR
4 Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels C H 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO R R L IN OUT IN OUT Back of VCR 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 IN FROM ANTENNA OUT TO TELEVISION M...
Page 7 - Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels
5 Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels (such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.) Position cable box. Position the remote-controllable cable box ontop of the VCR. You may need to position itat different angles before the VCR cancontrol it. Make sure the cable bo...
Page 8 - Satellite Receiver; switch on back of
6 Hooking Up the VCR Satellite Receiver C H 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO R R L IN OUT IN OUT VIDEO R AUDIO L S-VIDEO CH3 CH4 IN FROM ANT SATELLITE IN OUT TO TV Back of VCR Back of Satellite Receiver From Satellite Dish RF Coaxial Cable Audio/Video Cables (supplied) From Cable, Cable Box or Antenna Back of TV Cab...
Page 9 - B. Advanced hookup with; C. Advanced hookup with
7 Hooking Up the VCR Satellite Receiver B. Advanced hookup with basic receiver. Use this hookup if your TV has audio/videojacks and your receiver has one set of AUDIO/VIDEO jacks. 1 . Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of receiver to either channel 3 or 4. You will tune the VCR to this channel to record...
Page 10 - Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
8 Hooking Up the VCR Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes C H 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO R R L IN OUT IN OUT C H 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO R R L IN OUT IN OUT Playback VCR RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) Recording VCR Audio/Video Cables RF Coaxial Cable or Use the previously selected hookup to the TV. From Antenna, Cable o...
Page 11 - Setting Up the VCR; Remote; Startup; Power Cord
9 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. Remote (Stock No. 231544) SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•CA...
Page 12 - Point and Select
6. Turn on the VCR. A. Press VCR1 on the remote. Setup Menu Appears Automatically The first time you turn on the VCR, the SETUP menu will appear. Follow the steps on the screen to automaticallysetup a satellite receiver or cable box, auto channel search,automatically set the time, and select some fe...
Page 13 - RCA Digital Receiver Setup; RCA digital receiver not used:
11 Setting Up the VCR Startup 7. RCA digital satellite receiver and/or cable box setup. SETUP Would you like to setup the VCR to control a DSS receiver? 1 Yes2 No Did the DSS receiverturn on and tune to channel 200? 1 YES, setup complete2 NO, try again3 NO, cancel setup The DSS and cable box setups ...
Page 14 - Cable Box Setup; Setup the VCR to control a cable box:
SETUP Would you like to setup the VCR to control a cable box? 1 Yes2 No 12 Setting Up the VCR 7. RCA digital satellite receiver and/or cable box setup. (continued) Startup CABLE BOX SETUP Do you use your cablebox to receive ALLchannels? 1 Yes2 No CABLE BOX SETUP On what channel doesthe VCR receive s...
Page 15 - Compatible Cable Box Control Codes
13 Setting Up the VCR Manual cable box or RCA digital satellite receiver setup. If you ever want to individually set up the cable box or satellite receiver: A. Press MENU•PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen . B. Press 4 to select CHANNELS menu. C. Select Cable box or DSS Setup . ¥ Pre...
Page 16 - Use SETUP menu to auto channel search and auto clock set.; SET TIME ZONE
14 Startup Setting Up the VCR SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS Does your area observe Daylight Savings Timefrom April to October? 1 Yes, DST is observed2 No3 AutomaticPress MENU to continue SET TIME ZONE What is your time zone?1 Eastern2 Central3 Mountain4 Pacific5 Alaska6 Hawaii7 AutomaticPress MENU to continu...
Page 17 - If the
15 VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time Startup Setting Up the VCR Manual clock set. If the AUTO CLOCK SET was unsuccessful: A . Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE screen. B . Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the remote. ¥ Press 0 before single-digit numbers. Ex...
Page 18 - Program VCR for VCR1 or VCR2•DVD button.
Setting Up the VCR Startup 16 9. Setup VCR Plus+ channels. The VCR must be setup with the VCR Plus+channels before you can record using VCR Plus+.This can be done now or at a later time. Press 1 if you would like to setup the VCR Plus+ channels now. Details are on page 40. Press 2 if you wish to ski...
Page 19 - Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory.
17 VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels Setting Up the VCR Startup continued on next page 11. Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory. You may want to add or remove channels if some of thechannels are not activ...
Page 22 - Using the Remote Control; Up or Down; Component Buttons; Remote Control; VCR Function Buttons
20 Using the Remote Control SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF 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 F.ADV e 4 3 MOVE AUX (Auxiliary) Can be programmed to control acompatible RCA ...
Page 23 - Up and Down; CHAN; Cable Box and Satellite Receiver Function Buttons; Buttons
21 Using the Remote Control MOVE Arrow Buttons ( ) Allow you to move through themenus, enter data and changesettings of selected features. CHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lowerchannel in the TVÕs channelmemory when remote is set tocontrol a TV. CLEAR Removes menus or statusdisplays from the s...
Page 24 - Controlling a VCR; Program the VCR for Remote Control; Important Reminder:; RCA, ProScan or GE Codes; Program the Remote Control; Using the VCR2•DVD Button
22 Using the Remote Control PREFERENCES 1 Remote Control: VCR22 Auto Play: ON3 Auto TV/VCR: ON4 Front Panel: AUTO5 CA Marking: ON6 CA Playback: AUTO7 CA Display: BLUE8 Set Auto Repeat0 Exit Controlling a VCR Controlling a LaserDisc Player or DVD Component The VCR2•DVD button on the VCRÔs remote will...
Page 25 - Controlling a TV; Program the Remote for a TV; TV Codes
23 Using the Remote Control Controlling a TV The VCRÔs remote is preprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV. The remote can also besetup to control other manufacturerÔs brands. To program the remote, use the remote buttons that correspond to your brand. Progr...
Page 26 - Controlling a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver; Program the Remote for a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver; Cable Box Codes; Satellite Receiver Codes
24 Using the Remote Control Controlling a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver The SAT•CABLE button on the VCRÕs remote is preprogrammed to control either a compatible RCA cable box or satellite receiver. If your cable box or receiver is another manufacturerÕs brand and has its own remote, you will proba...
Page 27 - Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component; Program the Remote for an Auxiliary Component; Operate the Auxiliary Component
25 Using the Remote Control Controlling an Auxiliary RCA Component The remote that came packed with your VCR is also capable of controlling one compatibleRCA component, such as an AM/FM radio, CD player, tape players, phonograph, RCAdigital satellite receiver, or RCA DVD component. The remote must b...
Page 28 - Playing a Tape; Operating Instructions; To Play a Tape
26 Playing a Tape Operating Instructions To Play a Tape 1 . Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TVÕs video input to see the picture from the VCR. 2 . Insert a tape in the VCR. VCR automatically turns on. The cassette-in ( ) indicator lights, and the VCR indicator lights if the Auto TV/VCR...
Page 29 - To Select Playback Sound
27 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-Fi stereo sound isrecorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. To enjoy...
Page 30 - Auto Play Feature
28 Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•C ABLE VCR•DVD AUX CHAN CHAN 6 1 4 7 3 9 2 5 8 0 PWR TV VOL VOL C M EDIT + _ 1 2 F.ADV e 4 3 MOVE VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordin...
Page 31 - Pause for Stop Action; Fast Forward Search
29 Using the Playback Features SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF 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 F.ADV e 4 3 MOVE Playing a Tape Pause for Stop Action This feature stops t...
Page 32 - Frame Advance
30 SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•C ABLE VCR•DVD AUX CHAN CHAN 6 1 4 7 3 9 2 5 8 0 PWR TV VOL VOL C M EDIT + _ 1 2 F.ADV e 4 3 MOVE Frame Advance Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another. Framea...
Page 33 - Automatic Tracking; To Lock the VCR
31 SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•C ABLE VCR•DVD AUX CHAN CHAN 6 1 4 7 3 9 2 5 8 0 PWR TV VOL VOL C M EDIT + _ 1 2 F.ADV e 4 3 MOVE Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape Automatic Tracking The VCR has automatic t...
Page 34 - Index Search
32 Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•C ABLE VCR•DVD AUX CHAN CHAN 6 1 4 7 3 9 2 5 8 0 PWR TV VOL VOL C M EDIT + _ 1 2 F.ADV e 4 3 MOVE Index Search The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Sear...
Page 35 - Blank Search
33 Using the Playback Features Go-To Search The go-to search feature allows you to locate a counter reading on the tape. 1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP . 2. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the GO-TO SEARCH menu on the TV screen. GO-TO SEARCH Current tape counter is 2:17:25...
Page 36 - DISPLAY Button
34 Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•C ABLE VCR•DVD AUX CHAN CHAN 6 1 4 7 3 9 2 5 8 0 PWR TV VOL VOL C M EDIT + _ 1 2 F.ADV e 4 3 MOVE 0:30:00 STOP CH 05 0:30:00 WABC Title: Joa...
Page 37 - Time Counter; Program Information
35 Using the Playback Features Playing a Tape Time Counter The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back asegment of a prerecorded tape. It helps locate the beginning or end of programs youtaped. The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from ...
Page 38 - To Stop COMMERCIAL; To Turn Off Marking; COMMERCIAL; Recording and Playback
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Setup6 Preferences 36 COMMERCIAL A ADVANCE™ Marking 1. Press MENU•PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU . 2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu. 3. Make sure CA Marking is set to ON. If not, press 5. The VCR will mark most commercials fo...
Page 39 - To Select a Background for Playback; To Play Back a Recording Made Using COMMERCIAL
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Setup6 Preferences 37 To Select a Background for Playback 1. Press MENU•PROG to display the VCR MAIN MENU . 2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu. 3. Press 7 to select CA Display: BLUE or VIDEO. ¥ Select BLUE to have the VCR display ...
Page 40 - Types of Recordings; Recording a Program; Recording Speeds; Recording Pause; Using the Recording Features
38 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 VCR Plus+ Recording Timer Recording Express (XPR) Recording Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program) Recordi...
Page 41 - To Make a Recording; Basic Recording – Operating Instructions
39 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. Basic Recording – Operating Instructions 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The cassette-in indicator ( ) lights in the VCRÕs display panel. 2. Press VC...
Page 42 - different; Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TV; Canadian List; SAMPLE
40 Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+* Recording) *VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. VCR Plus+ Setup for Antenna, Unscrambled Cable Systems (NotRequiring a Cable Box), or Cable Box VCR Can Control A VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned ...
Page 43 - Channel Worksheet; Broadcast or Cable TV
41 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 VCR Plus+ Channel Cha...
Page 44 - Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording; Turn off the VCR; Stopping a Recording in Progress
42 Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (VCR Plus+ Recording) The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a oneyear period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program, make sure that: ¥ The clock is set correctly.¥ A tap...
Page 45 - Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording); Setting a Timer Recording
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program 43 Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eightdifferent programs within a one year period. Before setting ...
Page 46 - Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input; Recording While You’re Away
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program2 Review Existing Progs. 44 Recording a Program Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input The line input refers to the signal coming from the AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks of the VCR. Recording from the line input is conv...
Page 47 - Express Display on
45 Recording a Program Express Recording (XPR) PLAY STOP PAUSE RECORD POWER EJECT SLP VCR H M R E W F W D RECORD Display showing 30minutes remaining forexpress recording. SEARCH MUTE PREV CH DISPLAY INPUT TV•VCR CLEAR SPEED REW PLAY FF STOP PAUSE REC MENU PROG • SLOW TRACKING VCR SAT•C ABLE VCR•DVD ...
Page 48 - To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Setup6 Preferences7 Language/Langue8 Audio 46 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 th...
Page 49 - Recording Audio Only; To Record Audio Only
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Setup6 Preferences7 Language/Langue8 Audio 47 Recording Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN ( L MONO and R ) jacks on the back or front of the VCR. Any video on the tape will be erased ...
Page 50 - Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes; at the same time; Using Dual Remote with AutoEdit
Caution: The unauthorized recording of televisionprograms and othermaterials may infringe therights of others. 48 Recording a Program Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 8.) Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. ...
Page 51 - References; Location of Controls; Front Panel; Tape Compartment
49 References Location of Controls PLAY STOP PAUSE RECORD POWER EJECT INPUT TV • VCR TRACKING CHANNEL VIDEO IN AUDIO IN R L MONO R E W F W D AUDIO IN L•MONO and R Jacks Receives audio signals from anothercomponent, like a VCR or camcorderwhen it is connected to these jacks.Attach a component that is...
Page 52 - Back Panel; IN FROM ANTENNA; Display Panel
VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings3 Time4 Channels5 Setup6 Preferences 50 References Location of Controls Back Panel CH3 CH4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TVto see the VCR picture if you connect the VCRusing one of the basic hookups. IN FROM ANTENNA Connector Receiv...
Page 53 - HIFI
51 References Location of Controls A M SLP VCR STEREO HIFI Cassette-in Indicator ( ) Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Channel Number or L1 or L2 The channel number or line input 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 th...
Page 54 - Cleaning the VCR
52 References 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 combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (1...
Page 55 - Limited Warranty
53 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 daysfrom the date of shipment to the ren...
Page 56 - Trouble Checks; Trouble
References 54 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 RCA VCR Servicenter. N o power Clock shows incorrect time or date VCR does not respond to remote Remote no longer controls an RCA...
Page 58 - No stereo sound during playback; feature does
References 56 Trouble Here's what to try: Trouble Checks No stereo sound during playback Stereo audio too noisy VCR forwards through commercials ormomentarily displays a blue screen duringplayback VCR forwards through a rental or pre-recordedtape displaying a blue screen COMMERCIAL A ADVANCEª featur...
Page 59 - Questions & Answers About COMMERCIAL; Question; How fast does the COMMERCIALA
References 57 Questions & Answers About COMMERCIAL 6 66 6 ADVANCE™ Question Answer Will commercials be scanned through only onplayback of recordings? How fast does the COMMERCIALA AADVANCE™ VCR scan through the commercial breaks? Are commercials still recorded if I want to watchthem? What if the...
Page 60 - Index
58 Index Checks, Trouble . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54-56Choisissez une Langue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Choosing a Hookup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Cleaning the VCR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52 CLEAR Button . . . .11,20-21,28,32,33...
