GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 1 User guide Video Model: GC990W GC480W GC260W PAL Before connecting, operating or adjusting your new Video, please read this user guide carefully. Thank you. Model No. GC990W1/GC480W1/GC260W1 Part No.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 2 Contents, safety and cleaning Please read the following information carefully.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 3 Introducing your Video and Remote Control Most of your Video’s functions are accessed using the Remote Control. A summary of the functions of the main buttons are shown below (right), other buttons are described elsewhere in this guide. Basic functions of your Video can also be operated using the control panel on the front of your Video. 3 To turn the Video on.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 4 Connecting to a television The information given here refers to the two most common forms of connection. Make sure that all the appliances are unplugged from the mains power, before making any connections to avoid causing damage to your equipment. Using a AV cable to connect your appliances will give you the best sound and picture quality.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 5 Tuning in TV stations The first time you use your Video you will see ACMS (Automatic Channel Memory System) displayed on the screen. This system automatically tunes and stores TV channels. If you want to return to ACMS after your initial set up, access it via the menu. 5 Using ACMS 1 Press the POWER your Video. to turn on 2 Select the video channel you have tuned on your television, refer to your TV user guide if necessary.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 6 Tuning and adjusting TV stations manually You may prefer to tune your television manually. Manual tuning can be more effective if the television signal in your area is too weak for the ACMS to work properly. You can also fine tune your channels and customise the channel names. 6 Manual tuning 1 Turn on your television and your Video. Select the video channel on your television and press to access the main menu.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 7 Operating your Video The main functions of your Video can be operated using either the Remote Control or front control panel on the Video. Before starting, you should ensure that your television and your Video have been plugged in and switched on and that the video channel on your television is selected. 7 Playing a video tape Press PLAY B. The television screen will display PLAY.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 8 Recording from television programs There are two methods of recording, Instant Timer Recording (ITR) and Timer Recording. For all recording methods you should ensure the television channels are tuned and stored correctly and that the clock is set to the correct time.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 9 Recording using Timer Recording Allows you to specify a time at which the Video will start recording. This can be done up to one month in advance with up to seven recordings being pre-programmed. Ensure the television channels have been tuned and stored correctly and that the clock is set to the correct time. 9 Timer Recording Insert a video tape. 1 Press for the main menu. 2 Use 1 or 2 to select REC. 3 Press OK.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 10 Advanced functions on your Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. 10 CM (Commercial Message) Skip This enables you to skip past small sections of the video tape, such as commercial messages, television adverts or film trailers. Press the CM SKIP button on the remote control, during play.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 11 Advanced functions on your Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. 11 Setting the clock The Video uses a 24 hour clock, so that for example 1 pm is represented as 13:00. Single digit numbers should be entered with a 0 in front for instance, 01. 1 Press to enter the main menu. Use the 1 or 2 buttons to select TIME DATE then press OK.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 12 Advanced functions on your Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. 12 Sound settings (GC990W Only) Your Video can record and play back stereo sound. You can select the way sound is played back. 1 Press to access the main menu. 2 Select AUDIO with the 1 or 2 buttons. 3 Press OK. 4 Use the 3 or 4 buttons to choose between: STEREO LEFT (left channel only) RIGHT (right channel only) MONO 5 Press to exit the menu.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 13 Advanced functions on your Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. 13 Video Doctor The Video Doctor will show the status of aspects of the Video. 1 Press to access the main menu. 2 Select Dr. with the 1 or 2 buttons. 3 Press OK. 5 Press to remove the menu from the television screen. VCR Dr. NO. OF TIMER PROGRAMME 2 Shows the number of timer recording programmed.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 14 Troubleshooting If you are having trouble with your Video please check the following before calling your service centre. 14 No picture and no sound TV programmes cannot • Check that the Video plug has be recorded been plugged in and switched on at a mains wall socket and that the television has been plugged in and switched on. • Check the aerial lead is undamaged and securely connected to the correct sockets in both the television and the Video.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 15 Controlling your TV with the supplied remote control and technical specifications Specifications are correct at time of printing. LG is constantly innovating and products may change at any time without warning. 15 You can control the sound level, input source, and power switch of your LG TV with the supplied remote control.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 Model No. GC990W1/GC480W1/GC260W1 Part No.
