Page 2 - Caution; Product Registration; Important Information
This symbol indicates"dangerous voltage" inside theproduct that presents a risk ofelectric shock or personal injury. WARNING To reduce the risk of fire orelectric shock, do not exposethis product to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not removecover (or back). No user...
Page 3 - Key Features Overview; GOLD System; This feature does not erase commercials from; Universal Back-Lit Remote Control
1 Introduction Introduction Key Features Overview Your VCR is equipped with features that will add to your recording and viewing experience.The following information summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 4 provides moreinformation about the rest of the VCR’s features and how to use them. STOP ...
Page 4 - Introduction; Pro-Tect PlusTM Locking; Front Audio/Video Input Jacks; SQPB S-VHS Quasi Playback
2 Introduction VIDEO INPUT LEFT/MONO RIGHT AUDIO Express Recording (XPR) Description: XPR quickly records the remaining portion of a program already in progress. XPR is a great way to capture the end of a sporting event that hasrun into overtime or a live broadcast that runs long. Requirements: Repe...
Page 5 - Table of Contents
3 Table of Contents Product Registration ............................................................................................................. i Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 1 Key Fea...
Page 6 - Using the Remote Control
Table of Contents 4 Using the Remote Control ............................................................................................... 27 Remote Buttons ................................................................................................................... 28 Using the INPUT Button...
Page 7 - Chapter 1
5 Changing Entertainment. Again. Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before Connecting • Choosing Your Connection • Making Connections • Navigating On-Screen Menus • Completing the QuickSet™ Guide • Basic Recording Chapter 1
Page 8 - Protect Components From Power Surges; Protect Components From Overheating; Cable Considerations
6 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before ConnectingComponents Protect Components From Power Surges • Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. • Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables. Position C...
Page 9 - Components; Cable Box; VCR; Choose Your Connection
Chapter 1 7 Connections & Setup Components Connection Go To Title TV + VCR page 8 TV + VCR +Satellite Receiver page 9 TV + VCR +Cable Box page 10 VCR TV Satellite Cable Box VCR TV VCR TV RF Coaxial Cable Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect theVCR to a TV This graphic shows the RF coaxial cable...
Page 10 - Connect the VCR to the TV
8 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup TV + VCR Note : Your television back panel may not look exactly like the model shown here. 1. Connect the VCR to the TV Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the RF OUT jack onthe back of the VCR and the other end to the TV’s antenna input jack. 2. C...
Page 13 - Set the VCR’s CH 3/4 Switch; Plug in the VCR; Remove the plastic band; Put Batteries in the Remote Control; Turn on the TV and VCR; Tune the TV
Chapter 1 11 Connections & Setup Set the VCR’s CH 3/4 Switch The CH 3/4 switch on back of the VCR determines what channel the TV must be tuned to seethe VCR’s image. Choose whichever channel is not used locally in your area. Note: If you connected components using A/V jacks and cables, the VCR’s...
Page 14 - Complete the QuickSet Guide; Accessing Menus
12 Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Using the Remote Control toNavigate On-Screen Menus The technical term is “Navigation” – how you move through the on-screen menus. The theory isthe same for all the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it. To highlight a menu item, press the remote cont...
Page 15 - VCR Basics; Playing a Tape; Recording; Check the Safety Tab
Chapter 1 13 Connections & Setup VCR Basics Once your initial settings are complete, you can begin using your VCR. In order to begin, youmust first understand some basic concepts. POWER TAPE SPEED INPUT TV•VCR VIDEO INPUT LEFT/MONO RIGHT AUDIO PLAY PAUSE REV FWD STOP•EJECT RECORD CHANNEL TRACKIN...
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Page 17 - Chapter 2
15 Changing Entertainment. Again. Using the VCR’sMenu System Chapter Overview: • Using On-Screen Menus • Satellite Receiver Setup • Cable Box Setup • Setting Time and Date • Setting VCR Preferences Chapter 2
Page 18 - Language
16 Chapter 2 Using On-Screen Menus Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up Features You set up many of the VCR’s features by using the menu system as discussed in the previouschapter. Each feature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section as well as afew other features you should set u...
Page 20 - Cable Box Setup; only
18 Chapter 2 Using On-Screen Menus Cable Box Setup This setup applies only when all channels are received through a cable box. In this case, the VCR will automatically enter the channel used to view cable box programming. Your VCR willuse this channel for all future timer recordings. CABLE BOX SETUP...
Page 21 - Cable Box Codes
Chapter 2 19 Using On-Screen Menus Cable Box Codes ABC .............................................................. 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 053Antronix ................................................................................................. 008, 009Archer ..............................
Page 22 - VCR Channels List; Auto Channel Searching; Cable TV; Changing the Signal Type
20 Chapter 2 Using On-Screen Menus VCR Channels List Your VCR may come with a list of channels preset at the factory. Even though it may come withsuch a list, you might want to add or delete certain channels. Note : If you use a cable box to view all channels , this step is not necessary. Auto Chann...
Page 23 - Adding or Removing Channels; Time and Date; Auto Clock Set Feature; To Complete the Interactive Setup:
Chapter 2 21 Using On-Screen Menus Adding or Removing Channels You might want to add or remove channels after using Auto Channel Search, especially if thereare weak signals or channels with content you don’t care for. 1. Press the MENU button to display the VCR MAIN MENU . 2. Press 4 to choose CHANN...
Page 24 - To Turn Auto Clock Set ON; Setting the Time Zone
22 Chapter 2 Using On-Screen Menus SET DAYLIGHT SAVING Does your area observeDaylight Saving Timefrom April to October? 1 Yes, DST is observed2 No3>AutomaticPress MENU to continue TIME1 Set Time and Date2 Auto Clock Set: ON 3 Set Time Zone4 Set Daylight Saving Time Data was found on channel 20. 0...
Page 25 - Setting Time and Date Manually; To Access the; Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option
Chapter 2 23 Using On-Screen Menus Setting Time and Date Manually If Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful, set the time and date manually in the TIME menu. Auto Clock Set is automatically turned off when time and dateinformation is set this way. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU . 2. Press 3 to ...
Page 26 - Auto Play; The; menu
24 Chapter 2 Using On-Screen Menus Auto Play With Auto Play turned ON (the factory default setting), the VCR automaticallystarts playback when you insert a tape with the safety tab removed. To Access Auto Play: 1. In the PREFERENCES menu, press 2 repeatedly to switch between Auto Play: ON and OFF . ...
Page 27 - EnergySaver; AUTO; Tape Speeds; To Select a Preferred Tape Speed:; To Override the Preferred Tape Speed:
Chapter 2 25 Using On-Screen Menus EnergySaver By default, the VCR automatically turns off after two hours of inactivity. This can be changed inthe PREFERENCES menu by pressing the 4 button repeatedly to change the time delay or to disable the feature altogether. • Select OFF and the VCR will stay o...
Page 28 - Set Auto Repeat
26 Chapter 2 Using On-Screen Menus AUTO REPEAT Set the length of timeyou want the tape toplay in a repeating loop Loop from 0:00 to 2:-- (h:mm) Press CLEAR to turn offPress MENU to exit Set Auto Repeat A tape can be set to play the same segment over and over in a repeating loopwith the Set Auto Repe...
Page 29 - Chapter 3
27 Changing Entertainment. Again. Using theRemote Control Chapter Overview: • Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote Control • Operating Other Components Chapter 3
Page 30 - Component Buttons; AUX
28 Chapter 3 Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons Your backlit remote control has a light button ( ) that glows in the dark. Press this button to light up several key buttons. These buttons remain lit whenpressed within a few seconds of each other, or will go dark if no buttons arepressed...
Page 31 - VCR Function Buttons
Chapter 3 29 Using the Remote Control VCR Function Buttons ANTENNA Toggles the picture signal between the VCR’s receiver and the standard antenna/cable system. The VCR indicator in the front panel display turns on whenviewing the VCR receiver’s image. Arrow Buttons ( ) Moves the on-screen menu highl...
Page 32 - TV Function Buttons
30 Chapter 3 Using the Remote Control SEARCH Displays the MOVIE ADVANCE screen for prerecorded movies. When pressed repeatedly, this button also displays Index and Zero Search menus on screen.During playback mode, pressing SEARCH starts COMMERCIAL ADVANCE skipping. SPEED Overrides the default record...
Page 33 - Do You Need to Program the Remote Control?; Operating the TV
Chapter 3 31 Using the Remote Control Operating a TV with the VCR’s Remote Control The remote control that came with your VCR can be programmed to operate most brands ofremote-controllable TVs, VCRs, satellite receivers, cable boxes, and DVD Players. This remotecontrol should already control most RC...
Page 35 - Using the VCR’s Features; Chapter 4
33 Changing Entertainment. Again. Using the VCR’s Features Chapter Overview: • Recording • Express Recording (XPR) • Timer Recordings • Using the VCR Plus+ System • Copying and Editing Tapes Chapter 4
Page 36 - VCR Features; Recording Features
VCR Features 34 Chapter 4 Recording Features Your VCR provides many ways to capture programming: 1. Recording Press one button to record a program from the current VCR channel. 2. Express Recording (XPR) Allows recording to start while a program is being watched. This feature automatically stops rec...
Page 37 - To Set Up to as Many as Eight Timer Recording Programs:; Stopping a Timer Recording
VCR Features Chapter 4 35 Timer Recording You can program up to eight different broadcasts to be recorded. Notes – In order for a timer recording to work: • The VCR’s clock must be set correctly. • Insert a tape with its safety tab in place and enough tape to recordthe program. • If you’ve set up th...
Page 38 - VCR Plus+ GOLD Programming System; To Turn Off the Automatic VCR Plus+ Download:
VCR Features 36 Chapter 4 VCR Plus+ GOLD Programming System The VCR Plus+ GOLD programming system makes timer recordings easier by automatically setting and updating the clock and channel list for you. During the one-time QuickSet Guidesetup, the VCR prompts you to enter your zip code. Soon after, t...
Page 39 - Mapping VCR Plus+ System Channels Manually; To Manually Map VCR Plus+ System Channels:
VCR Features Chapter 4 37 Mapping VCR Plus+ System Channels Manually Using the VCR Plus+ GOLD programming system can make setting up timer recordings for cable or standard TV easier. If your VCR Plus+ GOLD system setup failed during the interactive Setup, then you will see a prompt on the screen. VC...
Page 40 - Channel Numbers for; VCR Plus+ Cable TV Codes
VCR Features 38 Chapter 4 Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Channel Numbers for Cable TV (Canadian List) 67 .................. Allarcom Pay Television/ Superchannel 44 ........................ Arts & Entertainment72 ........................ Cable News Network- Headline News 61 ............................
Page 41 - VCR Plus+ System Worksheet; HBO
VCR Features Chapter 4 39 *Check your local or cable listings for the channel number you receive this station on. **Check your local listings for broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned. VCR Plus+ System Worksheet Broadcast or Cable-TV Station Name VCR Plus+ System Channel Number** Channel Nu...
Page 42 - Copying and Editing Tapes Using Two VCRs
VCR Features 40 Chapter 4 Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP(Second Audio Program) Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP (Second Audio Program). For detailsabout turning on broadcast stereo or SAP, see page 48. 1. Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4...
Page 43 - Picture Search Options; Forward and Reverse Search; Slow Motion; Frame Advance
VCR Features Chapter 4 41 Picture Search Options The basic way to search during playback is using the remote control’s FORWARD or REVERSEbuttons (FWD and REV on the VCR front display panel). This section contains several otheroptions available for searching a tape. Insert Tape: Don’t forget to inser...
Page 44 - Index Search; To Activate Index Search:
VCR Features 42 Chapter 4 Index Search The VCR has a VHS Index Search System that automatically records index marks on the tape every time you start a recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to playby the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or rev...
Page 45 - COMMERCIAL ADVANCE; It does not erase commercials from the tape.; COMMERCIAL ADVANCE Marking; — Recording
VCR Features Chapter 4 43 COMMERCIAL ADVANCE ® This feature uses patented technology to detect and mark most commercials on your tape forany recording that is more than 15 minutes long. Once recording is finished, the VCR rewindsthe tape to the beginning of the recording and determines where the com...
Page 46 - COMMERCIAL ADVANCE Playback; To Override Automatic Skipping; COMMERCIAL ADVANCE Display
VCR Features 44 Chapter 4 COMMERCIAL ADVANCE Playback Press 2 to switch between Playback: AUTO and MANUAL. • Select AUTO to have the VCR automatically advance through the blocks ofmarked commercials. It works with most 30, 45, and 60-second commercials. A commercial group starting with the first two...
Page 47 - MOVIE ADVANCE; To Override the Show Previews Mode:; Pressing the SEARCH button while:
VCR Features Chapter 4 45 MOVIE ADVANCE What type of tapeis this? 1 Purchased/Rented Movie2 Home Recording3 Other Press CLEAR to cancel MOVIE ADVANCE ® MOVIE ADVANCE helps you locate certain parts of prerecorded movies (rented or purchased).This feature works two ways: 1) you can go to the beginning...
Page 48 - Pro-Tect PlusTM Locking Feature; To Lock; To Unlock; Tracking; Time Counter; twice
VCR Features 46 Chapter 4 0:30:00 Hours Minutes Seconds Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature To protect set timer recordings and to disable the VCR for use, the unit can be locked so that thebuttons on the front panel or remote control won’t work. • To Lock : Press and hold either the remote control’s ON•...
Page 50 - Audio Set-Up Features; To Display the Audio Menu; Reception; Tape Playback; LINEAR
VCR Features 48 Chapter 4 AUDIO 1 Reception: STEREO2 Tape Playback: HI-FI 0 Exit Audio Set-Up Features Your VCR’s audio setup features affect both tape playback and recordings. Thefeatures in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu. To Display the Audio Menu : 1. Press the MENU button to br...
Page 51 - Other Information; Chapter 5
49 Changing Entertainment. Again. Other Information Chapter Overview: • Troubleshooting • Commercial Advance Q&A • Front, Rear, and Display Panel Diagrams • Specifications • Care and Cleaning • Warranty Information • Finding the TV’s Video Line Input • Advanced Connection Diagram • Glossary • In...
Page 52 - Troubleshooting Tips; General VCR Problems; TIMER
Other Information 50 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Tips In this section, you will find answers to common recording, playback, and general VCR questions.Consulting with this section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions. General VCR Problems No power • Check to make sure it is ...
Page 53 - Recording Problems; Will not record; Playback Problems; Snowy or no picture during playback
Chapter 5 51 Other Information Recording Problems Will not record • Make sure there is a recordable tape in the VCR. • Eject then reinsert the tape. • Make sure the tape is not broken. • Make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. • Make sure the Pro-Tec...
Page 55 - How fast does this feature scan through commercial breaks?
Chapter 5 53 Other Information Questions and Answers About ® Will commercials be scanned through only on playback of recordings? Yes. The VCR rewinds and marks commercial segments after a recording is finished. How fast does this feature scan through commercial breaks? In SLP tape speed, a 3-minute ...
Page 56 - Front Panel
Other Information 54 Chapter 5 Front Panel AUDIO (LEFT/MONO and RIGHT) and VIDEO Input Jacks Receives signals from another component (like another VCR or camcorder) when connected to the VCR using A/V jacks. Use theINPUT button to select L2 to record from these jacks (L1 indicates the rear panel A/V...
Page 57 - AM
Chapter 5 55 Other Information Display Panel Time, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator (L1 or L2), Tape Speed Indicator, or StatusIndicator Channel Number or Line Input Indicator The channel number appears when the VCR is tuned to a channel. The line indicator (L1 or L2) appears when the VCR’s line...
Page 58 - Back Panel; AUDIO (LEFT and RIGHT) and VIDEO IN jacks; AUDIO (Right and Left) and VIDEO OUT jacks; RF OUT jack
Other Information 56 Chapter 5 Back Panel ANT. IN jack Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system when the VCR is attached with RF cables. AUDIO (LEFT and RIGHT) and VIDEO IN jacks Receives signals from another component, such as another VCR or camcorder, when connected to these jacks. Use th...
Page 59 - Storage Temperature; Cleaning the VCR
Chapter 5 57 Other Information Specifications Format: VHS Record/Playback Video: 4-head System: Audio: VHS 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) Can...
Page 60 - RCA VCR Limited Warranty; does not
Other Information 58 Chapter 5 RCA VCR Limited Warranty What your warranty covers: • Any defect in materials or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • 90 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 ...
Page 61 - Common Video Line Input scenarios:; Video Input Channel Variations
Chapter 5 59 Other Information Finding the TV’s Video Line Input You need to tune your TV to the video line input if you are using theVCR’s Audio/Video (A/V) OUT jacks to connect to the TV’s A/V inputjacks. You must select the TV’s video line input before you can see theVCR’s menus, the cable/antenn...
Page 62 - • Using A/V and RF Coaxial Cables; Connect the satellite receiver to the VCR; Connect a TV antenna or cable feed to the satellite receiver
Other Information 60 Chapter 5 Advanced Connection TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver • Using A/V and RF Coaxial Cables Note : Your satellite receiver and television back panels may not look exactly like the models shown here. This connection can also be used for a cable box. 1. Connect the VCR to the TV...
Page 64 - Index
Index 62 Chapter 5 Index A ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen 21 Arrow buttons 28, 29Audio playback type 48selecting 48 Audio features, set up 48AUDIO IN jacks 60AUDIO menu 48Audio/Video (A/V) jacks 18, 54, 56Auto channel search 20Auto clock feature 21Auto play feature 13, 23Auto TV/VCR feature 24Automatic ...
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Page 68 - Thomson multimedia Inc.
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