VCR User’s Guide Changing Entertainment. Again.
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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 more information about the rest of the VCR’s features and how to use them. VCR Plus+® GOLD System The VCR Plus+ GOLD system makes VCR set up automatic by setting and updating the clock and channel list for you.
Introduction Express Recording (XPR) TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs. 3 Use VCR Plus+ Code 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 has run into overtime or a live broadcast that runs long. Requirements: Repeatedly press the Record button on the VCR front panel or remote control to set the desired duration of time to record.
Table of Contents Product Registration ............................................................................................................. i Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 1 Key Features Overview ......................................................................................................... 1 Connections & Setup .......................................................................
Table of Contents Using the Remote Control ............................................................................................... 27 Remote Buttons ................................................................................................................... 28 Using the INPUT Button ............................................................................................... 30 Operating a TV with the VCR’s Remote Control ...............................................................
Chapter 1 Connections & Setup Chapter Overview: • Things to Consider Before Connecting • Choosing Your Connection • Making Connections • Navigating On-Screen Menus • Completing the QuickSet™ Guide • Basic Recording Changing Entertainment. Again.
Connections & Setup Things to Consider Before Connecting Components 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 Cables to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference • Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.
Connections & Setup Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the VCR to a TV This graphic shows the RF coaxial cable supplied with your VCR. This will be the cable used for the basic connections represented in this chapter. Notes: To hear stereo sound, you will need to purchase Audio/Video (A/V) cables (not provided) and connect the VCR to the TV. A/V jacks and cables also provide a superior image and sound quality. For details about using this advanced setup, see the instructions on page 60.
Connections & Setup From Cable or Antenna VCR TV 2 ANT. IN AUDIO R L OUT RF OUT IN CH. 3 VIDEO VCR 4 TV (back panel) VIDEO AUDIO R 1 L / MONO IN L OUT CABLE/ ANTENNA S-VIDEO TV + VCR Need Some Help? If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment system and to instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.
Connections & Setup From Cable or TV Antenna SATELLITE RECEIVER Position Remote-Controllable Satellite Receiver From Satellite 3 IN FROM ANT CH3 CH4 OUT VCR Satellite Receiver OUT TO TV e llit VIDEO te Sa R L SATELLITE IN S-VIDEO 2 VCR VCR's Signal VCR Transmitter 4 ANT. IN AUDIO R L OUT RF OUT IN CH. Controlling the Satellite Receiver Your VCR has a built in infra-red transmitter that can send commands to certain remote-controllable devices (like satellite receivers).
Connections & Setup From Cable Line Feed IN FROM ANT VCR le Cab Cable Box 3 CABLE BOX Position Remote-Controllable Cable Box x Bo Transmitter CH3 CH4 OUT TO TV 2 VCR VCR's Signal ANT. IN AUDIO VCR R Controlling the Cable Box L OUT RF OUT IN CH. Your VCR has a built in infra-red transmitter that can send commands to certain remote-controllable devices (like cable boxes). This is helpful for timer recordings, changing channels, etc.
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 see the 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 signal must be viewed using the TV’s Video Line Input.
Connections & Setup Using the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen Menus The technical term is “Navigation” – how you move through the on-screen menus. The theory is the same for all the menu screens: highlight your choice and select it. To highlight a menu item, press the remote control’s arrow buttons to move the highlight cursor to a desired menu item. Use the up or down arrow button to move up or down, and right or left arrow buttons to move right or left.
Connections & Setup VCR Basics Once your initial settings are complete, you can begin using your VCR. In order to begin, you must first understand some basic concepts. Playing a Tape STOP•EJECT TV•VCR 1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (03, 04, or the video line input). 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automatically begins playback (if the safety tab on the tape is removed).
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Chapter 2 Using the VCR’s Menu System Chapter Overview: • Using On-Screen Menus • Satellite Receiver Setup • Cable Box Setup • Setting Time and Date • Setting VCR Preferences Changing Entertainment. Again.
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 previous chapter. Each feature that appears in the QuickSet Guide is explained in this section as well as a few other features you should set up to get the most out of your VCR. Note: Not all the VCR screens are shown in this manual when explaining how to access features.
Using On-Screen Menus SAT SETUP 4. Enter the output channel of your satellite receiver, usually 03, 04, or video line input and press MENU. The VCR confirms that it receives all DBS signals on the specified channel. 5. Press MENU and enter the code for your digital satellite receiver from the Satellite Receiver Codes list (shown below).
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 will use this channel for all future timer recordings. CABLE BOX SETUP 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. 3. Press 5 to display the CABLE BOX SETUP menu. 4. Select one of the three choices.
Using On-Screen Menus Cable Box Codes ABC .............................................................. 002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 007, 053 Antronix ................................................................................................. 008, 009 Archer .................................................................................... 008, 009, 010, 011 Cabletenna ...................................................................................................... 008 Cableview ..................
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 with such 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 Channel Searching Notes: Use Auto Channel Search to place all available channels in memory. If you ever change cable or antenna signals, you may need to run the Auto Channel Search feature again. AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH 1.
Using On-Screen Menus Adding or Removing Channels You might want to add or remove channels after using Auto Channel Search, especially if there are 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 CHANNELS. 3. Press 2 to choose ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS. To go to the channel you want to add or remove, use the remote control’s CHANNEL + or – buttons or enter a specific channel number using the number buttons.
Using On-Screen Menus To Turn Auto Clock Set ON Note: make sure that you complete the Interactive Setup (Number 5 in the VCR MAIN MENU) before using Auto Clock Set. 1 2 3 4 TIME Set Time and Date Auto Clock Set: ON Set Time Zone Set Daylight Saving 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 3 to choose TIME. 3. Press the 2 button repeatedly to toggle between Auto Clock Set ON and OFF. Time Data was found on channel 20.
Using On-Screen Menus Displaying Time and Date Setting Time and Date Manually Pressing the INFO button on the remote control or VCR displays the time and date on screen temporarily. 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 date information is set this way. SET TIME AND DATE 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 3 to choose TIME. 3. Press 1 to choose SET TIME AND DATE. 4.
Using On-Screen Menus 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 0 PREFERENCES Remote Control: VCR1 Auto Play: ON Auto TV/VCR: ON EnergySaver: 2:00 Front Panel: AUTO Tape Speed: SLP Set Auto Repeat COMMERCIAL ADVANCEE Exit Auto Play With Auto Play turned ON (the factory default setting), the VCR automatically starts playback when you insert a tape with the safety tab removed. To Access Auto Play: 1. The PREFERENCES menu allows changes to be made to a variety of different VCR features.
Using On-Screen Menus EnergySaver By default, the VCR automatically turns off after two hours of inactivity. This can be changed in the 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 on until you shut it off. • Select 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00, and the VCR will turn off after one, two, or three hours of inactivity.
Using On-Screen Menus Set Auto Repeat A tape can be set to play the same segment over and over in a repeating loop with the Set Auto Repeat feature. Set Auto Repeat uses the VCR’s memory counter to determine the duration of the loop. AUTO REPEAT Set the length of time you want the tape to play in a repeating loop Loop from 0:00 to 2:-(h:mm) Press CLEAR to turn off Press MENU to exit In the PREFERENCES menu, press the 7 button to choose Set Auto Repeat.
Chapter 3 Using the Remote Control Chapter Overview: • Buttons on the Remote Control • Programming the Remote Control • Operating Other Components Changing Entertainment. Again.
Using the Remote Control Remote Control Buttons ON • OFF VCR1 DVD VCR2 TV AUX SAT • CABLE SEARCH MUTE VOL VOL CH + SPEED GO BACK GUIDE INFO OK MENU CLEAR 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 INPUT 0 PLAY RECORD STOP - TRACKING + You can also operate manjy brands of remotew controllable devices such as other VCRs, TVs, Satellite or Cable Boxes, etc. Just follow the directions for programming the remote control starting on page 30.
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 when viewing the VCR receiver’s image. Arrow Buttons ( ) Moves the on-screen menu highlight, and enters data such as letters or numbers in certain menus. CH + and – Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel list. CLEAR Resets the time counter to 0:00:00.
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 recording speed (either SP or SLP). STOP Stops the current VCR function (record, playback, rewind, etc). TRACKING – and + Allows for manual reduction of streaks that may appear in the picture during playback mode.
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 of remote-controllable TVs, VCRs, satellite receivers, cable boxes, and DVD Players. This remote control should already control most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs without any programming.
Using the Remote Control TV ABEX ..................................................................................... 1172 Admiral ...................................................................... 1001, 1173 Adventura ............................................................................. 1174 Aiko ....................................................................................... 1016 Alleron .................................................................................. 1046 Amtron ....
Chapter 4 Using the VCR’s Features Chapter Overview: • Recording • Express Recording (XPR) • Timer Recordings • Using the VCR Plus+ System • Copying and Editing Tapes Changing Entertainment. Again.
VCR Features 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 recording after a designated period of time. 3. Timer Recording Program the VCR for a daily, weekly, or one-time recording which will automatically start and stop at the times you set. 4.
VCR Features Timer Recording You can program up to eight different broadcasts to be recorded. Notes– In order for a timer recording to work: TIMER RECORDINGS • The VCR’s clock must be set correctly. • Insert a tape with its safety tab in place and enough tape to record the program. • If you’ve set up the VCR with a cable box for all channels, the output of your cable box appears in the channel item of the Timer Recording menu.
VCR Features 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 Guide setup, the VCR prompts you to enter your zip code. Soon after, the VCR clock will set itself and overnight, your VCR Plus+ programming system channel list should be input for you.
VCR Features 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. If the automatic download continuously fails, you will need to map the channels for your local service manually. A worksheet and abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.S.
VCR Features VCR Plus+ Cable TV Codes Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Channel Numbers for Cable TV (USA List) Two-Digit VCR Plus+ System Channel Numbers for Cable TV (Canadian List) 35 39 57 54 42 45 98 37 53 63 34 47 33 95 96 51 46 58 48 49 38 64 99 41 97 59 52 44 62 93 94 55 43 60 67 .................. Allarcom Pay Television/ Superchannel 44 ........................ Arts & Entertainment 72 ........................ Cable News NetworkHeadline News 61 ......................... Cable News Network 70 ..........
VCR Features VCR Plus+ System Worksheet Broadcast or Cable-TV Station Name VCR Plus+ System Channel Number** HBO 33 ESPN 34 Channel Number You Receive the Station On* *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 Features Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program) Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP (Second Audio Program). For details about 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, or the TV’s Video Line Input). 2. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. 3. If your VCR viewing channel is 3 or 4, make sure the VCR indicator appears in the front display.
VCR Features Picture Search Options The basic way to search during playback is using the remote control’s FORWARD or REVERSE buttons (FWD and REV on the VCR front display panel). This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. Insert Tape: Don’t forget to insert a recorded tape when using the search features. Forward and Reverse Search You can search a tape during playback either forward or reverse in direction. Note: Sound is turned off during picture search. 1.
VCR Features 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 play by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are at on the tape. To Activate Index Search: INDEX SEARCH 1. While in playback mode, press the STOP button to halt the action. 2.
VCR Features COMMERCIAL ADVANCE ® This feature uses patented technology to detect and mark most commercials on your tape for any recording that is more than 15 minutes long. Once recording is finished, the VCR rewinds the tape to the beginning of the recording and determines where the commercials are located. It then marks the beginning and end of the detected commercial segments, and when finished, returns the tape to the end of the recording. It does not erase commercials from the tape.
VCR Features COMMERCIAL ADVANCE 1 Marking: ON 2 Playback: AUTO 3 Display: Blue COMMERCIAL ADVANCE Playback Press 2 to switch between Playback: AUTO and MANUAL. • Select AUTO to have the VCR automatically advance through the blocks of marked commercials. It works with most 30, 45, and 60-second commercials. 0 Exit A commercial group starting with the first two minutes or last two minutes of a recording will not automatically be skipped.
VCR Features 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 of the movie, or, 2) you can skip from one preview to the next. MOVIE ADVANCE works only on tapes with the safety tab removed recorded in SP speed. MOVIE ADVANCE What type of tape is this? 1. To select MOVIE ADVANCE, insert a tape with its safety tab removed and press the SEARCH button on the remote control. 2.
VCR Features Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature To protect set timer recordings and to disable the VCR for use, the unit can be locked so that the buttons on the front panel or remote control won’t work. • To Lock: Press and hold either the remote control’s ON•OFF or VCR button until the front panel display flashes. • To Unlock: Press and hold either the remote control’s ON•OFF or VCR button until the front panel display flashes for several seconds. Unlocking is the only way to turn on and use the VCR.
VCR Features On-Screen Displays Pressing the INFO button displays the status of the VCR (Stop, Play Record, etc.) as well as the channel number, time counter position, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. Note: The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. 1 Stop Ch 05 11/18/01 Sun 0:30:00 1. Press the INFO button to show the on-screen displays. The current time is displayed in the VCR’s front panel. 2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on the screen.
VCR Features AUDIO 1 Reception: STEREO 2 Tape Playback: HI-FI Audio Set-Up Features Your VCR’s audio setup features affect both tape playback and recordings. The features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu. To Display the Audio Menu: 0 Exit 1. Press the MENU button to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 7 to choose AUDIO. With the AUDIO menu displayed, you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.
Chapter 5 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 • Index Changing Entertainment. Again.
Other Information 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 plugged into an operating outlet. • Check to make sure your connections are correct. VCR does not respond to the remote control • Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and the remote control.
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-Tect Plus feature is not active. A VCR Plus+ system or timer recording was not made or the wrong program recorded • Make sure the correct PlusCode programming number is entered.
Other Information Streaks in picture during normal playback • Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down for the best picture. • Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out. Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes • The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again.
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 commercial break is scanned through in approximately 8-12 seconds. In SP, it takes about 25-35 seconds. Are commercials still recorded if I want to watch them? Yes.
Other Information RECORD STOP•EJECT TV•VCR POWER PLAY PA U S E VIDEO INPUT VIDEO LEFTMONO TAPE SPEED CHANNEL RIGHT REV FWD TRACKING INPUT 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 the INPUT button to select L2 to record from these jacks (L1 indicates the rear panel A/V jacks being active). CHANNEL TRACKING Up and Down and distortion.
Other Information VCR AM Display Panel Time, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator (L1 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 (L1 or L2) appears when the VCR’s line input is selected. Select L1 to record from the back jacks or L2 to record from the front jacks. Time The current time appears. Only an AM indicator appears with the time. There is no indicator for PM.
Other Information ANT. IN AUDIO R L OUT RF OUT IN CH. VIDEO 3 4 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 the INPUT button on the VCR or remote control to select the rear video line input A/V jacks (L1) to record from these jacks.
Other Information Specifications Format: VHS Record/Playback System: Video: 4-head Audio: VHS 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* (122 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis Power Requirement: 120V AC, 60 Hz Power Consumption: 17 watts (standby < 3 watts) Dimensions: 3.
Other Information 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 shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first. What we will do: • • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR.
Other Information TV Button ON • OFF VCR1 DVD VCR2 TV AUX SAT • CABLE Finding the TV’s Video Line Input You need to tune your TV to the video line input if you are using the VCR’s Audio/Video (A/V) OUT jacks to connect to the TV’s A/V input jacks. You must select the TV’s video line input before you can see the VCR’s menus, the cable/antenna reception, and the content that’s on a tape. The video line input for TVs varies by brand and model.
Other Information 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 A. Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the RF OUT jack on the back of the VCR and the other end to the TV’s antenna input jack. TV L / MONO IN OUT TV CABLE/ ANTENNA S-VIDEO 1A 1B VCR AUDIO ANT.
Other Information Glossary A/V Jacks & Cables Commonly called “RCA-type” cables. Improves picture and sound quality over RF Coaxial cables. A/V cables are required for stereo audio. EnergySaver Automatically turns the VCR off after a user-defined period of inactivity. Express Recording (XPR) A method of timer recording which tapes for a set period of time using 30-minute increments. Pro-Tect Plus™ Allows the VCR to be disabled so that the front panel and remote control buttons don’t work.
Index Index A ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen 21 Arrow buttons 28, 29 Audio playback type 48 selecting 48 Audio features, set up 48 AUDIO IN jacks 60 AUDIO menu 48 Audio/Video (A/V) jacks 18, 54, 56 Auto channel search 20 Auto clock feature 21 Auto play feature 13, 23 Auto TV/VCR feature 24 Automatic rewind 13 Automatic tracking 13, 46 AUX button 28 B Back panel jacks 56 Back-lit remote 28 Basic recording 13 Batteries (remote control) 11 Broadcast stereo TV recording 40 C Cable box codes 19 Cable box setup 16
Index Recording basic 13 broadcast stereo TV 40 copying /editing tapes 40 Express (XPR) 2, 34 SAP 40 speeds 25 timer 35 Remote buttons 28 Remote, batteries 11 Removing/adding channels 21 REV button 40, 54 REVERSE button 13, 29, 41 Reviewing timer programs 35 Rewind, automatic 13 RF OUT jack 56 S Safety tab 13, 24 SAP 40 SAT•CABLE button 28 Satellite receiver codes 17 Search forward 41 reverse 41 SEARCH button 29, 42 Set up auto play feature 23 auto TV/VCR feature 24 cable box 16 Daylight-Saving 22 digital
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