..... .. .• •'• i-'.-.'vi'* -- ' V'-^’'*-Wev*'’’Í5’ SJ^**’-' ^0, ' V'r :íc?; . ■‘.p-?iSv:.; ; .-.í.^.:?V'vv- -v-yiií*^? >.''*' ЖЧтер; . ■ ' -íVr.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING WARNING To reduce risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Cautions RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN A TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. .u.^ This symbol indicates dangerous A voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury.
TABLE OF CONTENTS First Things First...................................................................................3 Use the QuickSet Guide for Initial Setup.....................................5 Setting Up the VCR............................................................................... 7 Using Menus to Set Up Features................................................. 8 Language Selection................................................................ 8 Cable Box Setup..............................
TABLE OF CONTENTS Program the Remote....................................................................... 35 About Programming the Remote................................................ 36 Programming the Remote to Control a TV.........................36 Operating the TV................................................................... 36 Other Features..................................................................................39 Picture Search Options..............................................
FIRST THINGS FIRST Welcome to your new VCR... 1 FIRST THINGS FIRST To help you get started using your VCR with as little reading as possible, we've put all the basic information needed in the first three sections. To help you along, there's even a QuickSet feature the first time you turn on your VCR, which walks you through several setup steps at once.
FIRST TfflNGS FIRST Step 1: What’s In the Box? The following items come packed in the box; • VCR • Remote control • RF coaxial cable Step 2: Install Batteries in the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in your VCR's remote; 1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment. 2. Place the batteries into the remote's back panel. Match the positive (+) and negative (-) ends of each battery to the diagram inside the battery compartment. 3.
FIRST TfflNGS FIRST Step 5: Tune the TV Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV's video input. • If you connect your VCR using the ANT. IN and OUT TO TV jacks with RF coaxial cable, set the CHS CH4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4 — the channel you want to use on your TV. • If you connect your VCR using the AUDIOA/IDEO jacks with audio/video cables, select the TV's video input with the remote's TV and INPUT buttons to see the signal.
FIRST THINGS FIRST If the menu does not appear: • Make sure the TV is tuned to the same channel as the CH3 CH4 switch or its video input (see "How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel" in the References section of this manual for more information). • Make sure the VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if you connected your VCR using the ANT. IN and OUT TO TV jacks. • Check your connections. If you choose to set up your VCR options individually, then go to the next section.
SETTING UP THE VCR Additional Setup Features \ FIRST THINGS FIRST Below is a list of features that need to be set up before using your VCR for the first time. Many of these menus are covered during the initial setup, but if you ever want to change a menu, refer to this section.
SETTING UP THE VCR Using Menus to Set Up Features You can set up your VCR's features by using the remote control's buttons to enter your choices from on-screen instructions. Each menu item is explained in this section. For each numbered selection on the menus, use the same numbered button on the remote control to select it. Language Selection If you did not complete this step in the previous section using the initial setup, it is time to select your preferred language.
SETTING UP THE VCR Cable Box Setup This set up 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 will use this channel for all future timer recordings. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 2 3 A 5 6 7 8 0 2. VCR MAIN MENU VCR PLus+ Timer Recordings Time ChanneLs Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
SETTING UP THE VCR 5. Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that the VCR will now receive all signals on the designated channel. CABLE BOX SETUP The Cable Box Setup is complete. The VCR will NOT control the cable box channel during timer recordings. Press MENU to continue VCR Channels List If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary.
SETTING UP THE VCR Detect Automatically makes this determination without assistance. AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Now scanning channel 14 Press any key to cancel The VCR scans for available channels which takes about one-to-two minutes. When the scan is complete, the VCR tunes to the lowest channel number available. At this point, pressing CHAN up or down on the VCR or remote control should only select the active channels. Auto Channel Search Changing the Signal Type 1.
SETTING UP THE VCR Time and Date The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the VCR to update the clock each time the VCR is turned off. Auto Clock is advantageous because it updates the time automatically. Before setting the time and date, set the Auto DST (Daylight-Saving Time) feature to ON or OFF for your area. Auto Clock Set Feature The Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory.
SETTING UP THE VCR SET TIME ZONE What is your Time Zone? 1 Eastern 2 Centra I 3 Mountain 4 Pacific 5 Alaska 6 Hawaii 7>flutomat i c Press MENU to continue 4. Select the correct time zone. If "Automatic" is selected as the time zone, the VCR sets the clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time information it finds in a broadcast signal. If the time is not correct, select another time zone or set the time and date through the menu system. Setting Daylight-Saving Time 1.
SETTING UP THE VCR VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 TTAier Rec d rd i ng s 4 5 6 7 8 0 Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit 2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu. 1 ? 3 4 TIME Set Time and Date Auto Clock Set: Set Time Zone Set Daylight Savings XDS Time Data was found on channel 20. 0 Exit 3. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu. SET TIME AND DATE Time (h h:mm) Date Press MENU to cancel 4. Enter the data using the number buttons.
SETTING UP THE VCR VCR Plus+® System Channels Using the VCR Plus+ system makes programming timer recordings for cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet and abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.S. and Canada are provided. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 VCR MAIN MENU VCR PLus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Preferences Audi o Language Exit 2.
SETTING UP THE VCR VCR Plus+ System Worksheet Broadcast or Cable-TV Station Name VCR Plus+ Channel Number** HBO 33 ESPN 34 1 Channel Number You Receive the Station On* Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Channel Numbers for Cable TV (Canadian List) 67 Allarcom Pay Television/ Superchannel 44 72 Arts 8( Entertainment Cable News Network Headline News 61 Cable News Network 70 Canadian Home Shopping Network 56 Canal Famille 69 Cathay International Television Inc.
SETTING UP THE VCR Additional Set-Up Features in the PREFERENCES Menu The features in this section are all accessed through the PREFERENCES menu. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 VCR MAIN MENU VCR PLus+ Timer Recordings Time Channe I s Setup Preferences Audi о Language Exit 2. Press 6 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
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 setting to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer control it. Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to VCR1. Display the PREFERENCES menu, press 1, and then press VCR on the VCR's remote. Auto Play This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when you insert a tape with the safety tab removed.
SETTING UP THE VCR EnergySaver By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of inactivity. In the PREFERENCES menu, press 4 to change the time delay, or to disable the feature. • OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it 1 г 3 4 5 6 7 PREFERENCES Remote Control: flut0 Play: Auto TV/VCR: EnergySaver: F ront Pane L: Tape Speed: Set Auto Repeat 0 Exi t UCR1 ON ON 2:00 AUTO SLP off. • 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or three hours of inactivity.
SETTING UP THE VCR The Set Auto Repeat dialog box will ask for a loop end time to be specified: AUTO REPEAT Set you play Loop the length of ti me want the tape to in a repea ting loop from 0:00 to -: _ Ch: mm) Pres s MENU to exit • The CLEAR key will erase all three numbers entered and move the cursor back to the first position (hours). • The "Press CLEAR to turn off" message will appear only after the first number has been entered into the end time.
VCR BASICS Learn the Basics To Get You Started These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that. This section shows you the basics of using your VCR. It discusses things like using the remote control, playing a tape, and recording programs.
VCR BASICS Remote Buttons The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many brands of televisions. If you have a GE, RCA or PROSCAN TV, you may be able to control it without having to program the remote. Component Buttons ON*OFF Tu rns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR. Also turns some compatible components on and off. TV Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or PROSCAN TV and sets the remote to control the TV.
VCR BASICS Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 - - appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. PAUSE Pauses playback or recording. Press PAUSE again to return to playback or recording. PLAY Plays a tape. RECORD Starts VCR recording. Also used for Express recording. REVERSE Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches backward through a tape during playback.
VCR BASICS MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level. Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 - - appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers. ON»OFF Turns a compatible TV off and on. VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV. Playing a Tape 1.
VCR BASICS Automatic Rewind The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR (ON«OFF on remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding. Tape Eject Press STOP*EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote for a few seconds) when it is stopped to eject the tape. A tape can be ejected even when the VCR is off. Recording If you want to record something that you're watching, you can use basic recording.
26
RECORDING Several Recording Options \ FIRST THINGS FIRST Now that you've gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR, it's tinne to explain the different recording features available to suit your needs including: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) • Express Recording • Timer Recording • Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ system • V 2 SETTING UP THE VCR Y 3 VCR BASICS V Broadcast Stereo or Second Audio Program (SAP) • Audio Only Recording • Copying and Editing Tapes V 5 PR
RECORDING Recording Features There are four ways to record programs: • Recording press RECORD to start recording a program. (See \/C/? Sas/cs section.) • Express Recording (XPR) starts recording a program you are watching. You can then set the VCR to automatically stop recording after a designated period of time. • Tinner Recording programming the VCR to automatically start and stop recording at a predetermined time.
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+ mmsassmm 3 Time 4 5 6 7 8 0 Channels Setup Preferences Audi o Language Exit 2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS ? Review Existing 3 Use VCR Plus+ Code Progs. 0 Exit 3. Select 1 to Create a New Program. How often should program record? 1 2 3 4 this Timer Recording Information The Clock must be set correctly.
RECORDING The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time, and end time (including AM or PM). The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. The date and/or speed can be changed when flashing. 6. Review the information to make sure it is correct, and then press MENU to save.
RECORDING VCR PLUS + Enter Plus Code Number (from TV listing) MENU to cancel Press 3. Enter the PlusCode® programming number shown in your local television guide. VCR PLUS+ Enter Press Press PlusCode Number ( f rom TV listing) 1 2876 CLEAR to correct MENU when done 4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode system number. How often should program record? 1 2 3 4 this One time Daily (every day) Weekdays (M-F) Weekly (once per week) 0 Cancel 5. Indicate how often you want the program to be recorded.
RECORDING Stopping a Timer Recording To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even an express recording): • Press and hold the STOP button for three seconds. Reviewing and Clearing Programs To review programs that you have already set up: 1. Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a Nek Program 3 Use VCR PLus+ Code Q Exit 2. Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs, screen.
RECORDING 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 input) to be recorded. 6. Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature to select the type of audio you want to record. See Other Features section. AUDIO 1 Reception: 2 Tape Playback: HI-FI 0 Exit 7. Press RECORD to start recording. 8. Press STOP when you are finished.
RECORDING Using Two VCRs For Copying and Editing Tapes Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. 1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram at the right. 2. Turn on both VCRs and the connected TV. 3. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or video line input - see "How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel" in the References section of this manual for more information). 4.
PROGRAM THE REMOTE Control Your Television 2 FIRST THINGS HRST The remote can be programmed to control a television. It is programmed to control a GE, RCA, or PROSCAN TV. Other manufacturer's brands need to be programmed.
PROGRAM THE REMOTE About Programming the Remote The remote can be programmed to control other brands of remote controllable TVs. It is already programmed to operate most GE, RCA, and PROSCAN televisions. Programming the Remote to Control a TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed. Follow these steps to program the remote to control your particular TV: 1. Turn on the TV. 2. Find your TV brand and code number(s) on the code list on the next page. 3.
PROGRAM THE REMOTE TV Codes Akai................................................................. 03 NAD.................................................... 11, 35, 36 AOC................................................... 05, 06,11 NEC.................................. 04, 05, 06, 11,48 Candle..............................................06, 07, 11 Panasonic................................04, 24, 30, 45 Citizen....................... 06, 07, 11, 12, 17, 52 Philco...............
38
OTHER FEATURES Features to Enhance VCR Operation • Picture Search Options • Commercial Scan • Tracking • Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays • Audio Reception • Audio Playback \ FIRST THINGS FIRST V 2 SETTING UP THE VCR V 3 VCR BASICS Y 4 RECORDING Y 5 PROGRAM THE REMOTE Y Y 7 CONNECTIONS Y g REFERENCE 39
OTHER FEATURES Picture Search Options The most basic way to search during playback is using the FORWARD or REVERSE button on the remote control. This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. Forward and Reverse Search You can search a tape during playback. Sound is turned off during picture search. Search works well for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed. 1. Press FORWARD to search forward or REVERSE to search in reverse. 2.
OTHER FEATURES Index Search The VCR has a "VMS Index Search System" that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are on the tape. INDEX SEARCH To Search: 1. Press STOP. 2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX SEARCH on-screen display. 3. 4. 5.
OTHER FEATURES 3. Press CLEAR to reset the counter to 0:00:00. 4. Continue playing the tape. 5. Press STOP. 6. Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display the ZERO SEARCH menu. ZERO SEARCH Current tape counter is 2:17:25 Press REV to go to 0:00:00 Press SEARCH to exit ZERO SEARCH 7. Press REVERSE to return to 0:00:00 on the tape. Searchi ng for 0 :0 0 : 0 0 Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments.
OTHER FEATURES To Lock While a Timer Recording is in Progress: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds. To Unlock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds. Time Counter The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped.
OTHER FEATURES Audio Setup Features The audio setup features enhance your tape playback and recordings. The features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu and are shown in the displays below. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 1 2 3 4 5 6 VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ Timer Recordings Time Channels Setup Pr g fere nees 8 Language 0 E к i t 2. Press 7 to display AUDIO menu. AUDIO 1 Reception: STEREO 2 Tape Playback: HI-FI 0 Exit 3. Select an item from the menu to set up.
OTHER FEATURES Tape Playback The VCR records the same audio on both Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on a separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Press 2 to switch between Tape Playback: HI-FI, LINEAR, and MIX. To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a stereo television or amplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks. The Tape Playback feature lets you select which audio you use during playback.
46
CONNECTIONS Things to Know Before Connecting Components Protect Your 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. 1 FIRST THINGS FIRST V 2 SETTING UP THE VCR Y 3 VCR BASICS Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference • Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
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, and must be used if audio/video connections are not available for your TV. These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled ANT. IN and OUT TO TV. The coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR's OUT TO TV jack and your TV's antenna input.
CONNECTIONS Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, if you have a cable box to see this service, whether some of the cable channels are scrambled, and so on. Three connections are described in this section and one of them should provide you with a VCR connection that works.
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 (except when using a cable box for all channels). To use this connection, you must have: • (1) coaxial cable for cable or antenna connection; (2) for cable box. To connect: 1. Connect cables as shown. 2.
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 when using a cable box for all channels). To use this connection, you must have: • (1) coaxial cable for cable/antenna connection; (2) for cable box • (3) audio/video cables To connect: 1. Connect cables as shown. 2.
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 premium channels. • Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Stereo sound playback from VCR. • Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through the cable box while watching an unscrambled channel. To use this connection, you must have: • (3) coaxial cables • (3) audio/video cables • (1) splitter To connect: 1.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE Detailed Help and Information This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit's controls and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting 77ps section in this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems. \ FIRST THINGS FIRST V 2 SETTING UP THE VCR V 3 VCR BASICS Finally, this section contains your warranty information.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE Front Panel CHANNEL TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. Press both together to re-center tracking. FWD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture forward during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and increases slow-motion speed. PLAY PAUSE Plays a tape. Pauses action for viewing during playback. Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE Display Panel REC Indicator (REC) Lights up and replaces the time display when the VCR is recording. Time, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator (LI or L2), Tape Speed Indicator, or Status Indicator Channel Number or Line Input Indicator The channel number appears when the VCR is tuned to a channel. The line indicator (LI or L2) appears when the VCR's line input is selected.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE Back Panel CH3 CH4 switch Selects the VCR signal channel. This is the channel the TV must tune to in order to see the VCR's images. Necessary if connecting the VCR using one of the basic hookups. AUDIO (L and R) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component (like a VCR or camcorder) when it is connected to the VCR with these jacks. Use INPUT on the VCR's remote control to select LI (Line Input).
APPENDIX: REFERENCE How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel TV Button You need to tune your TV to the Video Input Channel if you are using the VCR's AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks to connect to the TV's AUDIO/VIDEO INPUT jacks. You must select this "channel" before you can see the VCR's menus, the cable or antenna reception, and the content that's on a tape. The video channel on TVs varies for different brands and different models.
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 • Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote. • The batteries may need changing. • Make sure the Remote VCR1A/CR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR can operate it.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE Will not record or play • Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR. • Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette. • Check to make sure the tape is not broken. • Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback. • Check the ProTect Plus^'^ feature.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE Internal clock shows incorrect time or date • Power interruption. Make sure cable box or VCR is tuned to channel carrying the XDS information. • Check to make sure the clock is set accurately (check AM/PM and date). • Check Daylight-Saving setting. The clock may have adjusted for daylight-saving time. Time did not adjust for daylight-saving time • Check to make sure daylight-saving feature is set correctly. VCR makes noise when stopped • VCR is removing tape from heads.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE No stereo sound during playback • Check to make sure the Tape Playback feature is set to HI-FI to hear stereo sound during playback. The tape you are paying must be recorded in Hi-Fi in order to use the HI-FI feature. • Must use the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks on the back of the VCR to hear stereo sound. Stereo audio too noisy • Stereo signal is weak. Set Reception: STEREO/SAP/MONO feature to MONO. • Press one of the TRACKING up or down buttons to minimize the noise.
APPENDIX: REFERENCE Specifications Format: VHS Record/Playback Video: 4-head System; Audio: Stereo record/playback system Video Signal System: Antenna: EIA standard: NTSC color 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis Power Requirement: 120V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption: 15 watts Dimensions: 3.7 inches high (94 mm) 14.
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 the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: • Pay any Authorized GE VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR.
INDEX Channels adding/removing 11 Accessories included 4 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen 11 Adding/removing channels 11 ANT.
INDEX Picture search options 40 PLAY button 23, 24, 40, 43, 50, 51, 52 GO BACK button 22, 23 PLAY-PAUSE button 24, 54 I Playing a tape 24 Plugging in the VCR 4 Included accessories 4 POWER button 5, 25, 54 Index search 41 Power surges 47 INFO button 22, 23, 41, 43 PREFERENCES menu 17, 18, 19 Initial setup 5, 8 Preferred tape speed 19 INPUT button ProTect plus"^!^ locking feature 42 5, 9, 22, 23, 30, 33, 54, 56, 57 Problem solving 58 Programming the remote 35 to operate TVs 36 J Jacks, types
INDEX Remote VCR1A/CR2 option 17 SP (tape speed) 19, 25 Removing/adding channels 11 Specifications 62 REV button 24, 54 SPEED button 23, 25, 28, 31, 33 REVERSE button 23, 40, 42 Status indicators Review Existing Progs, screen 32 BYE 55 Reviewing programs 32 EJEC (Eject) 55 Rewind, automatic 25 FF 55 HI 55 PLAY 55 Safety tab 24, 25 Search commercial scan 42 forward and reverse 40 frame advance 40 index 41 slow-motion 40 zero 41 R0:30 55 REC 55 REW 55 SAFE 55 SCHandSCH- 55 STOP 55 STOP button
INDEX TV button 5, 22, 36, 57 TV codes 37 TV function buttons 23 z Zero search 41 TV, programming the remote to control 36 TV-VCR button 23, 32, 50, 51, 52, 54, 55 TV's video input channel 57 V VCR back panel 56 VCR button 5, 22 VCR channel list 10 VCR, cleaning 62 VCR display panel 55 VCR front panel 54 VCR indicator 6, 32, 55 VCR MAIN MENU 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 15, 17, 29, 30, 32, 44 VCR Plus+ 15 channel list 15 Channel List screen 15 programming system 28 system menu 30 worksheet for channels 16 V
68
69
If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service center from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This wil only add delays in service for your product. O THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 ©1999 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
