Samsung Electronics Co SCORPIO Video Cassette Recorder User Manual 1540774A VR639HF E 02 ToC

Samsung Electronics Co Ltd Video Cassette Recorder 1540774A VR639HF E 02 ToC

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CautionsSafety InformationTO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVECOVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.This symbol indicates “dangerousvoltage” inside the product thatpresents a risk of electric shock orpersonal injury.This symbol indicatesimportant instructionsaccompanying the product.WARNINGTo reduce risk of fire orshock hazard, do notexpose this product torain or moisture.WARNINGRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCaution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match the wide blade of the powercord to the wide slot in the AC outlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de lafiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond.Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your productfor its proper operating voltage.FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to thisequipment may void the user’s authority to operate it.Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code,Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifiesthat the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the buildingas close to the point of cable entry as practical.Care and Cleaning: Use a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dustyour VCR. Remove dust from both top and bottom ventilation holes.Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol andvarious solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes sincethe materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. Anonabrasive, antistatic cleaner/polisher is recommended.Product RegistrationPlease fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed.Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and modelnumbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the receiver.Model No. _________________________________________________Serial No. _________________________________________________Purchase Date: _________________________________________________Dealer/Address/Phone: ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________VCR Plus+ System and PlusCode are registered trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.The VCR Plus+ System is manufactured under the license from Gemstar Development Corporation.COMMERCIAL>>ADVANCE® and MOVIE>>ADVANCE® are registered trademarks of SRT, Inc. A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed by Arthur D. Little Enterprises.VR4AH
1Table of ContentsFirst Things First.................................................. 3Setting Up the VCR............................................. 7Using The Menu To Set Up Features ................... 8Language Selection ........................................ 8Cable Box Setup ............................................. 9VCR Channels List ......................................... 10To Auto Channel Search ........................ 10Changing the Signal Type ...................... 12Adding or Removing Channels .............. 12Time and Date .............................................. 12Auto Clock Set ........................................ 13Setting the Time Zone ............................ 13Setting Daylight-Saving Time ................ 14Setting Time and Date Manually ........... 15VCR Plus+ System Channels ................... 16VCR Plus+ System Worksheet ................ 17Additional Set-up Features................................ 18Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option ......................... 18Auto Play ...................................................... 19EnergySaver .................................................. 19Front Panel Brightness ................................. 20Preferred Tape Speed................................... 20VCR Basics............................................................. 21Remote Buttons ................................................. 22Component Buttons ..................................... 22VCR Function Buttons .................................. 22TV Function Buttons..................................... 23Playing a Tape .................................................... 24Automatic Rewind ............................................. 25Tape Eject ........................................................... 25Recording ........................................................... 25Check the Safety Tab.................................... 25Recording.............................................................. 27Express Recording (XPR) .................................... 28Timer Recording ................................................. 29Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ ................. 30Setting Up the Channel List ................... 30Using the System .................................... 30Stopping a Timer Recording ........................ 32Reviewing and Clearing Programs .............. 32Recording Broadcast Stereo Or SAP(Second Audio Program) TV Programs ........... 33Recording Audio Only ....................................... 33Playing Back Audio Only.............................. 34Copying and Editing Tapes ................................ 34
2Table of ContentsProgram the Remote........................................ 35Controlling a TV ................................................. 36Operating the TV ............................................... 36Other Features.................................................... 39Commercial Advance ......................................... 40Marking ........................................................ 41Playback ........................................................ 42Display........................................................... 42Movie Advance................................................... 43Picture Search Options....................................... 45Forward and Reverse Search ....................... 45Slow Motion ................................................. 45Frame Advance ............................................. 46Index Search ................................................. 46Go-To Search ................................................. 47Tracking .............................................................. 47Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking Feature ........................ 48Time Counter ...................................................... 48On-screen Displays ............................................. 49Audio Set-up Features ....................................... 49Reception ............................................................ 50Tape Playback ..................................................... 50Connections......................................................... 51Before Connecting Components ....................... 51Connecting Your VCR ......................................... 52Jacks and Cables ................................................. 52RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) ........... 52Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type) .. 52Choosing a VCR Connection ............................. 53TV with RF Jack Only .................................... 54TV with Audio/Video Jacks .......................... 55TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Boxto Unscramble Pay Channels Only ............. 56Reference.............................................................. 57Front Panel ......................................................... 58Display Panel ...................................................... 59Back Panel .......................................................... 60Troubleshooting Tips ......................................... 61Questions and Answers AboutCommercial Advance ........................................ 66Specifications...................................................... 67Cleaning the VCR ............................................... 67How to Find Your TV’s Video Input Channel .... 68Warranty ............................................................. 69Index ................................................................... 70
First Things First3Welcome To Your New VCR...To help you get started using your VCR with as littlereading as possible, we’ve put all the basic informationneeded in the first three sections. To help you along.To help you out, there’s even an initial set-up featurethe first time you turn on your VCR which walks youthrough several set up steps at once.Getting StartedBefore this first step, though, learning aboutthe time and date, your remote control’s features,working with channels, and basic video tape operationsare essential to get all you can outof the VCR. Once you are comfortable with thesefeatures, feel free to refer to other sections becausethey cover the more detailed information.What Remains?The final sections of this manual containplayback and recording information, a detailedconnections section, and a reference section includingtroubleshooting tips, warranty information, and anindex.READ ME!These note boxes give you tips foryour new video cassette recorder.➣➣Setting Up the VCR2First things first1➣Recording3VCR Basics4➣OTHER FEATURES76Connections➣➣Program the Remote5➣8REFERENCE
First Things First4Step 1: What’s in the Box?The following items come packed in the box:•VCR•Remote control•RF coaxial cableSTEP 2: Install Batteries In theRemote ControlFollow these steps whenever you need to install or change thebatteries in your VCR remote.1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment.2. Place the batteries into the remote’s back panel. Match thepositive (+) and negative (–) ends of each battery to thediagram inside the battery compartment.3. Replace the cover.STEP 3: Connect your VCRIf you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable systemand then to your TV, use the VCR’s ANT IN and RF OUT jacks fora good signal as shown to the right.If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the jacks for abetter connection. Refer to the section, Connections, towardthe back of the manual, for additional connection options.STEP 4: PLUG IN THE VCRYour VCR’s power cord has a plastic band strung through theblades. Remove plastic band before plugging the cord intothe power outlet. To remove band, cut with a pair of scissorsand pull it free of the blades. Once the plastic is removed, matchthe wide blade of the power cord to the wide slot in the ACoutlet. Be sure to insert the plug completely.VCRTVCABLE/ANTENNACABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNAANT. INRF OUT3 CH. 4VIDEOAUDIOOUT INLRREWRECORDINPUT AUDIOVIDEO TRACKINGINPUTSTOP•EJECTTAPE SPEEDPLAYPAUSEFWDTV•VCRPOWERCHANNELINPUTTV•VCRON•OFFPLAY FORWARDRECORD STOP PAUSEF.ADVCLEAR MENU SPEEDTRACKING1472583690CHANVOLVOLCHANINFO SEARCHMUTE GO BACK TV VCRREVERSE
First Things First5STEP 5: Tune THE TVTune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewingchannel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV’s video input.•If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectorswith RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH. 4 switch to channel 3or channel 4 — the channel you want to use on your TV.•If you connect your VCR using the AUDIO/VIDEO jackswith audio/video cables, select the TV’s video input withthe remote control’s INPUT button to see the signal. If youhave trouble understanding the VIDEO INPUT CHANNEL,look to page 62 for a more detailed explanation.STEP 6: turn on the VCRPress POWER on the VCR’s front panel or the VCR button on theremote control to turn on the VCR. The first time you turn theVCR on, a menu screen appears. This is the start of an initial setup which helps you set different options for your VCR.Step 7: Initial SetupThe first on-screen menu during the initial set up asks whichlanguage you prefer to use for your VCR. Use the remotecontrol’s number buttons to select options. Select a language.Seleccione un idioma.Choisissez une langue.1 English2 Espanol3 Francais1. Press 1 for English, 2 for Español (Spanish), or 3 for Français(French).The remaining menus throughout the set up will appear in thechosen language. Just follow the step-by-step procedures untilsetup is complete.If the menu does not appear:•Make sure the TV is tuned to the same channel as the 3 CH 4switch or the TV’s video line input (see page 62 for moreinformation).VCR Viewing ChannelWhen using the ANT IN and RF OUTjacks to connect your VCR, tune yourTV to channel 3 or 4.The 3-4 switch on the back of the VCRdetermines which TV channel is usedto see VCR output.When using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacksto connect your VCR, tune your TV tothe TV’s video input channel with theINPUT button on your remote control.For more information about videoline input, see “How to Find Your TV’sVideo Input Channel” in theReferences section of this manual.ANT. INRF OUT3 CH. 4VIDEOAUDIOOUT INLRA/V input/output jacks Channel 3/4 switch
First Things First6•Make sure the VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if youconnected your VCR using the ANT IN and RF OUT jacks.•Check your connections.If you chose to set up your VCR options individually, then go tothe next section.STEP 8: Access the menusThe MENU and number buttons let you access, select, and changeyour VCR’s preferences. For example, to select a differentpreferred on-screen language than the one you selected duringthe initial set up, do the following:1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 7 to display the LANGUAGE menu. LANGUAGESelect a language.1>English2 Espanol3 FrancaisPress MENU to continue˜˜3. On the remote control, press 1 for English, 2 for Español(Spanish), or 3 for Français (French).All other on-screen menus are worked within similar waysusing the remote control to follow on-screen instructions.See Additional Set-Up Features in the next section fordetailed information about accessing menus.
7Setting Up the VCROn-screen guide and AdditionalSet-up featuresBelow is a list of set-up features that you need toset up before using your VCR for the first time.•Select a Language•Set Up for a Cable Box•Set Up a VCR Channel List(Auto Channel Search)•Auto Clock Set Feature•Set Time and Date Manually•Set Up VCR Plus+ Channels•Set the Remote VCR1/VCR2 Feature•Set the Auto Play Feature•Set the EnergySaver Feature•Set Front Panel Brightness Feature•Set the Preferred Tape Speed Feature➣➣Setting Up the VCR2First things first1➣Recording3VCR Basics4➣OTHER FEATURES76Connections➣➣Program the Remote5➣8REFERENCE
8Setting Up the VCRUsing The Menu To Set Up FeaturesYou can set up your VCR’s features by using the remotecontrol’s buttons to enter your choices from on-screeninstructions. Each menu item is explained in this section.You can set up features individually by using the menu system.Each feature that appears in the initial set up is explained inthis section as well as a few others you may want to set upbefore you begin using your VCR.Language Selection1. On your remote control, press the MENU button to displaythe VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 7 to select the LANGUAGE menu. LANGUAGESelect a language.1>English2 Espanol3 FrancaisPress MENU to continue˜˜3. Select English, Español (Spanish), or Français (French) bypressing the appropriate number on the remote control’skey pad.On-Screen MenusNot all the VCR screens are shown inthis manual when explaining thefeatures.
9Setting Up the VCRCable Box SetupThis setup applies only when all channels are received througha cable box. In this case, the VCR will automatically enter thechannel used to view cable box programming. Your VCR willuse this channel for all future timer recordings.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. CHANNELS1 Auto Channel Search2 Add/Remove Channels3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List5 Cable Box Setup0 Exit3. Press 5 to display CABLE BOX SETUP. Then selectone of the three choices: CABLE BOX SETUPDo you use your cablebox to receive ALLchannels or only SOMEChannels?1 ALL channels2 Only SOME channels3 Cancel setup4. If you selected ALL channels, enter the output channel ofyour cable box (usually 03 or 04), or press INPUT for videoline input if you use AUDIO/VIDEO jacks. Then, press MENU. CABLE BOX SETUPOn what channel doesthe VCR receive signalsfrom the cable box?(usually 3, 4, or Video) --Enter 01-13 or INPUTPress MENU to cancelCable Box SetupALL channels: enter two numbers foroutput channel of your cable box orpress INPUT if you connect your cablebox with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.Only SOME channels: if you only usethe cable box to tune premiumchannels.Cancel setup: select to cancel.
10Setting Up the VCR CABLE BOX SETUPOn what channel doesthe VCR receive signalsfrom the cable box?(usually 3, 4 or video) 04Press CLEAR to correctPress MENU to continue5. Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that theVCR will now receive all signals on the designated channel.For example: CABLE BOX SETUPThe VCR will now receive all signals from the cable boxon channel 04.Press MENU to continueVCR Channels ListIf you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary.Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory, butyou may want to add or delete some channels depending onwhether they are active.To Auto Channel Search1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.Auto Channel SearchUse the Auto Channel Search featureto place all available channels inmemory.If you ever change cable or antennasignals, you may need to AutoChannel Search again.
11Setting Up the VCR CHANNELS1 Auto Channel Search2 Add/Remove Channels3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List5 Cable Box Setup0 Exit3. Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu. AUTO CHANNEL SEARCHWhat type of signal are you using?1 Cable TV2 Antenna3>Detect Automatically0 Cancel4. Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH options:•Cable TV searches for cable channels•Antenna searches for local broadcast stations•Detect Automatically will make this decision for you AUTO CHANNEL SEARCHNow scanning channel 14Press any key to cancelThe VCR begins scanning for the available channels—thistakes about one to two minutes. When the scan is complete,the VCR tunes to the lowest channel number. At this point,pressing CHAN up or down on the remote control or VCRshould only select the active channels.Detect AutomaticallyA strong cable or antenna signal inyour area may cause Auto Detect tomis-detect. If this should happen,select 1 or 2 for the system you have.
12Setting Up the VCRChanging the Signal Type1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.3. Press 3 to change the Signal Type between CABLE andANTENNA.Adding or Removing ChannelsYou may want to add or remove channels after you AutoChannel Search, especially if some of the channels have weaksignals or you don’t want to watch them.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Usethe CHAN up or down keys on the remote or number buttonsto go to the channels you want to remove or add. ADD/REMOVE CHANNELSChannel 115is presently ADDEDPress CLEAR to removePress MENU to exit ADD/REMOVE CHANNELSChannel 115is presently REMOVEDPress INFO to addPress MENU to exit4. When at the channel, it will be added if not already on thelist or deleted if it was. If the channel was added, you canpress CLEAR to remove it. If the channel was deleted, youcan press INFO to add.Time and DateThe VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date– manually,and the Auto Clock Feature. The Auto Clock Feature enables theVCR to update the clock each time the VCR is turned off. TheAuto Clock is advantageous because it updates the time for youautomatically.Before you set the time and date, set the Auto DST (Daylight-Saving Time) feature to ON or OFF for your area.Selecting ChannelsThe Channel up and down buttonsaccess those channels active in yourVCR channel list.You can still access channels noton the channel list by using thenumber buttons on the remotecontrol.
13Setting Up the VCRAuto Clock SetThe Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory. In the ONsetting, the VCR looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended DataServices) information. XDS updates the clock using theCoordinated Universal Time. To use this automatic feature,certain steps are required such as Auto Channel Search, settingthe time zone, and setting the Daylight Saving feature beforethe Auto Clock feature works.Setting the Time Zone1. Press MENU on the remote control to display the VCR MainMenu. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 3 to display TIME menu TIME1 Set Time and Date2 Auto DST: ON0 Exit3. Press 3 to display the SET TIME ZONE screen. SET TIME ZONEWhat is your time zone?1 Eastern2 Central3 Mountain4 Pacific5 Alaska6 Hawaii7 AutomaticPress MENU to continue4. Select your time zone, then press MENU to continue.If you chose AUTOMATIC for your time zone, the VCR sets theclock using the first Coordinated Universal Time informationit finds. If the time is not correct, select another time zone ormanually set the time and date through the menu system.Auto Clock InformationWith a cable box, the VCR will notreset the clock after a power outageunless the cable box is set to thechannel carrying the XDS signal.If AUTO CLOCK SET is unsuccessful,try tuning the VCR (or cable box) toa channel carrying the broadcastinformation (usually PBS), then turnthe VCR off. If the time does not setwithin 10 minutes, set the time anddate manually through the menus.Check your local cable system or TVstations for availability of channelswith XDS.
14Setting Up the VCRSetting Daylight-Saving Time1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu. TIME1 Set Time and Date2 Auto DST: ON0 Exit3. Press 4 to display the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu. SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGSDoes your area observeDaylight Savings Timefrom April to October?1 Yes, DST is observed2 No3 AutomaticPress MENU to continue4. Select one of the options and then press MENU to continue.•DST stands for “Daylight Saving Time.”•If you chose AUTOMATIC, the VCR sets the clock using theDST information broadcast in the signal (channel).Spring forward, Fall backwardIn the Spring, daylight-saving timebegins on the first Sunday in April.Because the clock automaticallychanges from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m.(forward one hour), including theextra hour for timer recording withinthis time frame is necessary.In the Fall, Daylight-Saving time endson the last Sunday in October. TheVCR clock automatically changesfrom 2 a.m. to 1 a.m. (back one hour).Therefore, it can affect yourrecording length.
15Setting Up the VCRSetting Time and Date ManuallyIf the AUTO CLOCK SET was unsuccessful, set the clock throughthe TIME menu option. The AUTO CLOCK SET feature is set toOFF automatically when you set the clock this way.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 3 to display the TIME menu. TIME1 Set Time and Date2 Auto Clock Set: ON3 Set Time Zone4 Set Daylight SavingsXDS Time Data was not found 0 Exit3. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu. SET TIME AND DATETime --:-- (hh:mm)Date --/--/--Press MENU to cancel4. Enter the data using the number buttons. Press 0 beforesingle-digit numbers and follow the on-screen directions. SET TIME AND DATETime 12:34 PM Date 11/18/99 ThursdayPress CLEAR to correctPress MENU to setTime/Date DisplayPressing INFO on the remote displaysthe time and date on the screen.
16Setting Up the VCRSee next page for Canadian ListTwo-Digit VCR Plus+ SystemChannel Numbers forCable TV (USA List)35 American Movie Classics39 Arts &-Entertainment57 Black Entertainment54 Bravo42 Cable News Network45 Cinemax98 Cinemax 237 The Discovery Channel53 The Disney Channel63 Entertainment Television34 ESPN Sports Network47 The Family Channel33 Home Box Office95 Home Box Office 296 Home Box Office 351 The Learning Channel46 Lifetime58 The Movie Channel48 Music Television49 The Nashville Network38 Nickelodeon64 Nostalgia Television99 Quality Value Cable41 Showtime97 Showtime 259 Sports Channel52 Turner Network Television44 USA-Network62 Video Hits 193 Viewer’s Choice 194 Viewer’s Choice 255 WGN Chicago43 WTBS Atlanta60 WWOR-New YorkVCR Plus+ System Channel ListRefer to your local television list fora complete VCR Plus+ channel list foryour viewing area or contact yourcable company. Using the list maysave you some time.VCR Plus+® System ChannelsUsing the VCR Plus+ system can make programming timerrecordings for cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to putin a little time right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet andabbreviated codes for typical cable services in the United Statesand Canada are provided.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. CHANNELS1 Auto Channel Search2 Add/Remove Channels3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List5 Cable Box Setup0 Exit3. Press 4 to display the VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST menu.VCR+ Channel My Channel 5 -- 4 -- 3 -> -> -> -- 2 -- 1 --Use CH+/- to selectPress 0-9 to changePress MENU to save4. Enter the data following the on-screen directions usingyour worksheet.VCR+ Channel My Channel 5 46 4 -- 3 -> -> -> 23 2 -- 1 --Use CH+/- to selectPress 0-9 to changePress MENU to save (Screen shown is for an example only)VCR Plus+ System is a registered trademarkof Gemstar Development Corporation.The VCR Plus+ System is manufactured under the license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
17Setting Up the VCR*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 WorksheetTwo-Digit VCR Plus+ SystemChannel Numbers forCable TV (Canadian List)67 Allarcom Pay Television/Superchannel44 Arts & Entertainment72 Cable News Network-Headline News61 Cable News Network70 Canadian Home ShoppingNetwork56 Canal Famille69 Cathay InternationalTelevision Inc.68 Chinavision Canada Corp60 Country Music Television63 Family Channel62 First Choice96 First Choice Two97 First Choice Three99 First Choice Four90 House of Commons91 La Chaine Francaise51 The Learning Channel65 MeteoMedia/The WeatherNetwork48 MuchMusic Network55 MusiquePlus52 Nashville Network73 Newsworld/CBC53 Le Reseau des Sports43 The Sports Network64 Super Ecran37 Super Ecran B98 Super Ecran C66 Telatino Network46 TV5 Montreal92 Viewer’s Choice 193 Viewer’s Choice 294 Viewer’s Choice 395 Viewer’s Choice 471 Vision TV: Canada’sFaith Network38 Youth TV, Canada Inc.Broadcast orCable-TVStation NameVCR Plus+ SystemChannel Number**Channel NumberYou Receive theStation On*HBO 33ESPN 34
18Setting Up the VCRRemote Control OptionChanging the remote option to VCR2disables the remote that came withyour VCR.Additional Set-up Features in thePreferences MenuThe features in this section are all accessed through thePREFERENCES menu.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu. PREFERENCES1 Remote Control: VCR12 Auto Play: ON3 EnergySaver: 2:004 Front Panel: AUTO5 Tape Speed: SLP6 Commercial Advance0 ExitNow you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.Remote VCR1/VCR2 OptionIf you own a compatible RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that has aVCR2, VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button, this feature allows you toset this VCR to respond to that button.In the PREFERENCES menu, press 1 to select REMOTE CONTROL.With the compatible remote control, press the VCR2, VCR2•LD,or VCR2•DVD button to change which remote controls the VCR. PREFERENCES(Press VCR2 to Change)2 Auto Play: ON3 EnergySaver: 2:004 Front Panel: AUTO5 Tape Speed: SLP6 Commercial Advance0 Exit PREFERENCES1 Remote Control: VCR22 Auto Play: ON3 EnergySaver: 2:004 Front Panel: AUTO5 Tape Speed: SLP6 Commercial Advance0 Exit
19Setting Up the VCRThe VCR will only respond to the compatible remote’s VCR2,VCR2•LD, or VCR2•DVD button. If the PREFERENCES setting ischanged to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will nolonger control it.To change the setting back to VCR1, allowing the original remotecontrol which came with your VCR to control the unit, use thecompatible remote to display the PREFERENCES menu. Press 1,and then press the VCR button on the original remote control.Auto PlayThis feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing a tapewhen inserting a tape with the safety tab removed. In thePREFERENCES menu, press 2 to switch between ON and OFF.•Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed tostart playing automatically when inserted in the VCR.•Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tabremoved to start playing automatically.EnergySaverBy default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours ofinactivity. To change the time delay, or to disable the feature,Press 3 in the PREFERENCES menu to switch between ON and OFF.•OFF means the VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off.•1:00, 2:00, or 3:00 means the VCR turns off after one, two, orthree hours of inactivity respectively.Thirty seconds before shutting off, the VCR will warn you with ascreen reading, “The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. Press any keyto cancel.”If you use the VCR’s tuner instead of your TV to tune channels,you may want to turn this feature off. PREFERENCES1 Remote Control: VCR22 Auto Play: ON3 EnergySaver: 2:004 Front Panel: AUTO5 Tape Speed: SLP6 Commercial Advance0 ExitThe PREFERENCES menu allows accessto many VCR options including remotecontrol, Auto Play, and EnergySaverfeatures.
20Setting Up the VCRFront Panel BrightnessYou can change the brightness level of the fluorescent displaypanel on the front of the VCR. In the PREFERENCES menu, press 4to switch between the options.•AUTO brightens the display when the VCR is on and dims thedisplay when the VCR is off.•BRIGHT keeps the display bright when the VCR is on or off.•DIM keeps the display at a low brightness level at all times.Preferred Tape SpeedYou can set the preferred tape speed between Standard Play (SP)and Super Long Play (SLP). In the PREFERENCES menu, press 5 toswitch between the options.•SP sets the preferred recording speed to SP.•SLP sets the preferred recording speed to SLP.Tape SpeedsSP (Standard Play)Gives the best quality recording, butfewer programs can be recorded onthe tape. Special effects such aspause, slow motion, picture search,and frame advance work best whenyou play back tapes recorded inthis speed.SLP (Super Long Play)Gives approximately three times therecording time of tapes recorded inSP. Special effects such as pause, slowmotion, picture search, and frameadvance work well when you playback tapes recorded in this speed.Approximate Recording Times:Cassette SP SLPT-120 2 Hr 6 HrT-160 2 Hr/40 Min 8 Hr
21VCR BasicsLearn the Basics To GetYou StartedThese VCR basics should be enough for you to beginenjoying your VCR. Learning the remote controlfunctions, playing a recorded tape, and recording aprogram should do just that.This section shows you the basics of using your VCR. Itdiscusses things like using the remote control, playing atape, and recording programs.VCR Basics tells you what you needto know in order to watch a movie ortape your favorite show.5➣➣SETTING UP THE VCR2FIRST THINGS FIRST1➣RECORDING3VCR Basics4➣OTHER FEATURES76CONNECTIONS➣5➣5➣8REFERENCEPROGRAM THE REMOTE
22VCR BasicsRemote ButtonsThe backlit remote has a light button ( ) that glows in the dark.Press this button to light the buttons on the remote. The remotebuttons remain lit when they are pressed within a few seconds ofeach other. If a button is not pressed within approximately sevenseconds, the light turns off to conserve battery power.The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and manybrands of televisions. If you have an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN TV,you may be able to control it without having to program theremote.Component ButtonsON•OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to control the VCR.Also turns some compatible components on and off.TV Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, or PROSCAN TV and sets theremote to control the TV. Also used with the ON•OFF button toturn on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets theremote to control the TV.VCR Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, or PROSCAN VCR and setsthe remote to control the VCR.VCR Function ButtonsCHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in theVCR’s channel memory.CLEAR Resets time counter to 0:00:00. Allows you to changeentries when setting the clock or a timer recording.F.ADV Lets you view one frame with each press of the buttonwhen tape is in pause.FORWARD Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped.Searches forward through a tape during playback. Starts slowmotion during play-pause and increases slow-motion speed.GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channeland then select another using the number buttons. Press GOBACK to switch between the two channels. In menu mode, pressto go back to a previous menu.INFO Shows the status displays on the TV screen.INPUTTV•VCRON•OFFPLAY FORWARDRECORD STOP PAUSEF.ADVCLEAR MENU SPEEDTRACKING1472583690CHANVOLVOLCHANINFO SEARCHMUTE GO BACK TV VCRREVERSE
23VCR BasicsINPUT Selects between the VCR’s line input or tuner. Line inputrefers to the signal coming from the component connected tothe AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks on the back (L1) or front (L2) of theVCR.MENU Brings up VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressingtwo numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing andholding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the othertwo numbers.PAUSE Pauses playback or recording. Press PAUSE again toreturn 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. Searchesbackward through a tape during playback. Starts slow motionduring play-pause and decreases slow-motion speed.SEARCH Displays INDEX and GO-TO Search menus on TV screenwhen VCR is stopped. Advances the tape 30 seconds of recordedmaterial during playback. Each press advances the tape anadditional 30 seconds up to five minutes.SPEED Selects a recording speed (SP or SLP).STOP Stops the current VCR function such as record, playback,rewind, or fast forward.TRACKING Up or Down Lets you manually reduce the streaksthat may appear on the picture during play, slow motion, orpause. Reduces picture “jitter” during stop-action playback.TV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes fromthe VCR or cable/antenna system.TV Function ButtonsCHAN Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in theTV’s channel memory.CLEAR Removes menus or status displays from the screen.GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channeland then select another using the number buttons. Press GOBACK to switch between the two channels.If you have trouble getting a pictureon the TV screen, refer to “How toFind Your TV’s Video Input Channel”on page 71 or the “Troubleshooting”section starting on page 65.TV ButtonsThe TV buttons may not control allfeatures of all models of RCA, GE, orProScan TVs.
24VCR BasicsINFO Shows the TV’s status displays on the TV screen.INPUT Selects between the TV’s input channel or tuner. Press tosee the VCR signal if you connected your VCR using theAUDIO/VIDEO jacks.MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level.Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressingtwo numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing andholding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the othertwo numbers.ON•OFF Turns a compatible TV off and on.VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV.Playing a Tape1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s videoinput--see page 71 for more about the video input channel).2. Insert a tape in the VCR.If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automaticallybegins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed).•Press FWD on VCR (FORWARD on remote) or REV on VCR(REVERSE on remote) to position the tape.•Press PLAY PAUSE (if necessary) on VCR (PLAY on remote) tobegin tape play.•Press PLAY PAUSE (PAUSE on remote) for stop action.•Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from thepicture, if necessary.•Press STOP•EJECT on VCR (STOP on remote) to stop playback.Automatic TrackingThe VCR has automatic trackingwhich adjusts the picture whenplaying back a tape recorded onanother VCR. Automatic tracking isturned on whenever a tape isinserted or the VCR’s power isturned on.PauseIf you pause, the VCR automaticallyswitches from pause to stop after afew minutes to reduce tape wear.REWRECORDINPUTAUDIOVIDEO TRACKINGINPUTSTOP•EJECTTAPE SPEEDPLAYPAUSEFWDTV•VCRPOWERCHANNEL
25VCR BasicsTape SpeedsSP (Standard Play)Gives the best quality recording, butfewer programs can be recorded onthe tape. Special effects such aspause, slow motion, picture search,and frame advance work well whenyou play back tapes recorded inthis speed.SLP (Super Long Play)Gives three times the recording timeof tapes recorded in SP. Special effectssuch as pause, slow motion, picturesearch, and frame advance work wellwhen you play back tapes recorded inthis speed.Recording Time Cassette SP SLP T-120 2Hr 6Hr T-160 2Hr /40 Min 8HrTape EjectPress STOP•EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote) for a few secondswhen it is stopped to eject the tape. A tape can be ejected evenwhen the VCR is off.RecordingIf you want to record something that you’re watching, you canuse basic recording. For more detailed information, refer to the“Recording” section starting on the next page.1. Set the tape speed by pressing TAPE SPEED on the VCR(SPEED on the remote).2. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.3. Press STOP to stop recording.If you just want to pause the recording for a short time(such as during a commercial), press PAUSE instead of STOP.•For more information about in-depth recording features,refer to the next section.Check the Safety TabNo matter which recording option you use, you need to makesure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape’s safety tab is inplace. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed.If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it,simply cover the hole with vinyl tape.Safety TabAutomatic RewindThe VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end ofthe tape during playback. While rewinding, you can pressPOWER on the VCR (ON•OFF on remote) and the VCR will turnoff after rewinding.
27RECORDINGSeveral Recording OptionsNow that you’ve gone through the basic stepsnecessary to operate your VCR, it’s time to explainthe different advanced recording features availableto suit your needs.Recording Features on your VCR include:•Recording (explained inthe VCR Basics section)•Express Recording (XPR)•Timer Recording•Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ System•Broadcast Stereo orSecond Audio Program (SAP)•Audio Only Recording•Copying and Editing Tapes➣➣Setting Up the VCR2First things first1➣Recording3VCR Basics4➣OTHER FEATURES76Connections➣➣Program the Remote5➣8REFERENCE
28RECORDINGExpress RecordingExpress recording is a great way totape the last quarter of the game, orthe last part of a movie when youhave to leave.Recording FeaturesThere are four ways to record programs:•Recording– pressing one button to start recording aprogram (see VCR Basics section)•Express Recording– starts recording a program alreadybeing watched, and automatically stopping recording aftera designated period of time•Timer Recording– automatically starts and stops arecording at a predetermined time•Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ System– programmingthe VCR by just entering a PlusCode programming numberfound in TV guides.Express Recording (XPR)Use express recording when you want to quickly record theremaining portion of the program you are watching.1. Set the tape speed to SP or SLP by pressing the SPEED buttonon the remote control.2. Press the RECORD button (REC on the remote) to beginrecording.3. Repeatedly press the RECORD button to set up the recordingtime duration.REC CH 36Record Length 0:00Press REC to set lengthREC CH 36Record Length 1:30Press REC to set lengthEach time you press the RECORD button, you increase therecording time (up to 4 hours).The VCR continues to record for the amount of time youindicate, and then automatically turns off.To stop an express recording, press and hold STOP for threeseconds.
29RECORDINGTimer RecordingYou can set up as many as eight timer recording programs.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS1 Create a New Program2 Review Existing Progs.3 Use VCR PLUS+ Code0 Exit3. Select 1 to Create a New Program.How often should thisprogram record?1 One time2 Daily (every day)3 Weekdays (M-F)4 Weekly (once per week)0 Cancel4. Select how often you want the program to record. Program 1 (One time)Channel --Start Time --:-- End Time --:-- Start Date --/--/-- Tape Speed SLPPress MENU to cancel5. Enter the data for the program with the number buttons.The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to selectthe line input), start time, and end time (including AM orPM). The start date is automatically entered based on theVCR clock. The date and/or speed can be changed whenflashing.Timer Recording InformationThe Clock must be set correctly.Insert a tape with the safety tab inplace and enough tape to recordthe program.“PROGRAMS OVERLAP” appears ifyou have entered two programswhose times overlap.The TIMER indicator appears in thedisplay when you turn off the VCRand a timer recording has been set. Itflashes if there is no tape in the VCR.When recording from a cable box orsatellite receiver, turn on that unitand tune it to the channel you wantto record before the recording is tobegin. The VCR channel should be setto the cable box’s output channel(usually Channel 3 or 4).Recording Features
30RECORDING VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit CHANNELS1 Auto Channel Search2 Add/Remove Channels3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List5 Cable Box Setup0 ExitVCR+ Channel My Channel 5 46 4 -- 3 -> -> -> 23 2 -- 1 --Use CH+/- to selectPress 0-9 to changePress MENU to saveIf you receive all channels throughyour cable box on Channel 3 or 4, youmust use the regular Timer Recordingmethod to record programs.6. Review the information to make sure it is correct, and thenpress MENU to save.Program 1 (One Time)Channel 104 CableStart Time 08:00 PM End Time 09:30 PMStart Date 11/18/99 THUTape Speed SLPPress CLEAR to correctPress MENU for next prog Program 1 has been savedRemember to insert arecordable tape andturn the VCR off beforethe program start time.Remember to leave yourcable box on and tunedto the desired channelTimer Recording with theVCR Plus+ SystemYou can use the VCR Plus+ system code numbers to simplify timerprogramming if you have cable TV and don’t receive all channelsthrough a cable box, or if you receive your TV signal off-air.Setting Up the Channel ListIf you did not set up the VCR Plus+ programming system channellist, you can do it now.1. Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU2. Display the VCR Plus+ Channel List menu3. Go to section four, Setting Up Your VCR, if you need moreinformation on setting up your VCR Plus+ programmingsystem channel list.Using the VCR Plus+ System1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 1 to display the VCR Plus+ system menu.Recording Feature
31RECORDINGVCR Plus+ System RecordingClock must be set correctly.Insert a tape with the safety tab inplace and enough tape to record theprogram.The TIMER indicator appears in thedisplay when you turn off the VCRand a timer recording has been set. Itflashes if there is no tape in the VCR.PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if youhave entered two programs wherethe times overlap.UNRECOGNIZED NUMBER... PLEASERE-ENTER appears when the VCR doesnot recognize the PlusCodeprogramming system number.Timer recordings will not be lost inthe event of an extended poweroutage. VCR PLUS+ Enter PlusCode Number (from TV listing) _Press MENU to cancel3. Enter the PlusCode® programming number shown inyour local television guide. VCR PLUS+Enter PlusCode Number (from TV listing) 12876Press CLEAR to correctPress MENU when done4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode system number.How often should thisprogram record?1 One time2 Daily (every day)3 Weekdays (M-F)4 Weekly (once per week)0 Cancel5. Indicate how often you want the program to be recorded.Program 1 (One time)Channel 03 CableStart Time 08:00 PMEnd Time 09:30 PMStart Date 10/23/99 SATTape Speed SLPPress CLEAR to adjustPress MENU to save6. Change the recording speed with the SPEED button on theremote or the program end time with the CLEAR button onthe remote (if necessary).Changing the end time comes in handy when you arerecording a program, such as a sporting event, that mayexceed the scheduled broadcast time.(Screen used is just an example)PlusCode is a registered trademarkof Gemstar Development Corporation.The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under the license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
32RECORDING7. Press MENU to save the program.Program 1 has been savedRemember to insert arecordable tape andturn the VCR off beforethe program start time.Remember to leave yourcable box on and tunedto the desired channelStopping a Timer RecordingTo stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even anexpress recording):•Press and hold the STOP button for three seconds.Reviewing and Clearing ProgramsTo review programs that you have already set up:1. Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to displaythe TIMER RECORDINGS menu TIMER RECORDINGS1 Create a New Program2 Review Existing Progs.3 Use VCR Plus+ Code0 Exit2. Press 2 to display the REVIEW EXISTING PROGS screenProgram 1 (One Time)Channel 104 CableStart Time 08:00 PM End Time 09:30 PMStart Date 11/18/99 THUTape Speed SLPPress CLEAR to correctPress MENU for next prog3. Press CLEAR to erase or MENU to see the next program.
33RECORDINGBACK OF AMPLIFIER / RECEIVER PHONO TUNER TAPEOUT INAUXLEFTRIGHTBACK OF VCR 3 CH. 4ANT. INRF OUTVIDEOAUDIOOUT INLRAudio ConnectionRecording audio only will eraseanything that was previouslyrecorded on the tape.Recording Broadcast Stereo Or SAP(Second Audio Program) TV ProgramsSome TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP(Second Audio Program).1. Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel(either 3, 4, or TV’s video input).2. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.3. If your VCR viewing channel is 3 or 4, make sure the VCRindicator appears in the VCR’s display panel. If not, pressTV•VCR to turn it on.4. Use the SPEED button on the remote to select a recordingspeed. The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen.5. Select the channel or line input to be recorded.6. Set the reception: select STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for thetype of audio you want to record. See Other Features section. AUDIO1 Reception: STEREO2 Tape Playback: HI-FI0 Exit7. Press RECORD to start recording.8. Press STOP when you are finished.Recording Audio OnlyYou can record audio only from another audio source connectedto the AUDIO IN (R and L) jacks on the back of the VCR.1. Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the lineinput (LINE).The VCR will record audio from the audio equipmentconnected to the AUDIO IN jacks.2. Use SPEED on the remote to select the recording speed.3. Start audio source playing and press RECORD (REC on theremote) to begin recording.4. Press STOP when you are finished.Video Input Channel ExplainedIf you having trouble understandingthe VIDEO INPUT CHANNEL, turn topage 62 for more information.
34RECORDINGCaution:The unauthorized recording ofsatellite broadcasts, televisionprograms, or other copyrightedmaterials may infringe the rightsof others.PLAYBACK VCRCABLE BOXOR ANTENNARECORDING VCRTO TV TO TVANT. INRF OUT3 CH. 4ANT. INRF OUTVIDEOAUDIOOUT INLRIOU3 CH. 4VIDEOAUDIOOUT INLRORORTwo VCR ConnectionPlaying Back Audio OnlyTo get stereo sound, connect the AUDIO OUT jacks of the VCR tothe appropriate input on your amplifier or receiver. Do not usethe phono input. Refer to your amplifier or receiver user’s guide.Using Two VCRs For Copying andEditing TapesUse one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as therecording VCR.1. Connect the VCRs using the diagram at the right2. Turn on both VCRs and TV3. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’svideo input). (See page 62 for INPUT information)4. If you are using coaxial cables for the connection, tunerecording VCR to channel 3 or 4—the one selected on theplayback VCRIf you are using audio/video cables, select the line input onthe recording VCR5. Insert the tape you want to copy into playback VCR. Insert ablank tape with its safety tab in place into recording VCR6. Using visual search, locate the segment you want to copy onthe playback VCR. Pause the tape at this location7. Press RECORD on the recording VCR, then PAUSE8. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to begin copying9. Press PAUSE on both VCRs to stop copying10. Repeat steps 6–9 to copy or edit additional segments.
35Program the remoteControl your TelevisionThe remote can be programmed to control atelevision as well as the VCR.This remote can automatically control RCA, GE,and PROSCAN TVs. Other manufacturer’s brandsneed to be programmed.5➣➣SETTING UP THE VCR2FIRST THINGS FIRST1➣RECORDING3VCR BASICS4➣OTHER FEATURES76CONNECTIONS➣5➣Program the Remote5➣8REFERENCES
36Program the RemoteControlling a TVIf the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, theremote needs to be programmed.Follow these steps to program the remote to control yourparticular TV:1. Turn on the TV.2. Find your TV brand and code number(s) on the code list onthe next page.3. Press and hold the TV button on the remote.4. Enter the code from the code list.5. Release TV, and then press CHAN up or down. If the TVresponds to the remote commands, the remote isprogrammed.6. If the TV does not respond, repeat these steps using the nextcode listed for your TV’s brand.Operating the TVAfter you set up the remote, see which buttons operate your TV.1. Point the remote at the TV, and press the TV button.If the TV does not turn on, press the TV button and thenpress the ON•OFF button.2. You may want to experiment to see which buttons operateyour TV. Try pressing buttons, such as VOL and MUTE. See“TV Function Buttons” in the VCR Basics Section for details.This remote may not operate allmodels of the brands that areshown.Note the difference between the TVand VCR on-screen displays to seewhich one the remote is operating.
37Program the remoteTV CodesAkai .................................. 03AOC ............................. 06,12Candle .............................. 06Citizen .............................. 06Colortyme ........................ 06Concerto ........................... 06Curtis Mathes .............. 01,06Daewoo ....................... 06,12Daytron ............................ 06Electrohome ................ 06,12Emerson............................ 06Envision ....................... 05,06Fisher ........................... 05,08GE ...................... 00,01,06,11Goldstar ....................... 06,12Hallmark ........................... 06Hitachi ......................... 06,14Infinity .............................. 04J C Penney .... 00,01,06,09,12JBL..................................... 04Jensen ............................... 06JVC ............................... 10,11Kawasho ...................... 03,06Kenwood ..................... 06,12Loewe ............................... 04Luxman ............................. 06LXI ........................... 04,05,07Magnavox .............. 04,06,12Marantz ....................... 04,06MGA ............................ 06,12Mitsubishi .................... 06,12MTC .................................. 06NAD .................................. 07NEC ................................... 06Panasonic ............... 04,08,11Philco ...................... 04,06,12Philips ................ 03,04,06,12Pioneer ............................. 06Portland....................... 06,12PROSCAN .......................... 01Proton............................... 06Quasar .............................. 11Radio Shack ............ 01,05,13RCA ......................... 01,06,12Realistic ............................ 05Sampo............................... 06Samsung ................. 06,09,12Sanyo ........................... 05,08Sears ................. 01,05,06,07,08,10,12Sharp ........................... 06,13Sony .................................. 03Soundesign....................... 06Sylvania .................. 04,06,12Technics ............................ 11Techwood ......................... 06Teknika ............................. 06TMK .................................. 06Toshiba .............. 05,07,08,09Universal .......................... 00Victor ................................ 10Wards ...... 00,01,04,06,12,13Yamaha ............................ 12Zenith ............................... 02
39OTHER FEATURESFeatures to EnhanceVCR Operation•Commercial Advance•Movie Advance•Picture Search Options•Tracking•Pro-Tect Plus Locking•Time Counter•On-Screen Displays•Audio Reception•Audio Playback➣➣Setting Up the VCR2First things first1➣Recording3VCR Basics4➣OTHER FEATURES76Connections➣➣Program the Remote5➣8REFERENCE
40OTHER FEATURESCommercial Advance®COMMERCIAL ADVANCE is patented technology that detectsand marks most commercials on your tape for any recording thatis more than 15 minutes long. After recording, the VCR rewindsthe tape to the beginning of the recording and determines wherethe commercials are located. It then marks the beginning and endof the detected commercial segments, and when finished, returnsthe tape to the end of the recording. It does not erasecommercials from the tape.During playback, the VCR automatically skips the detectedcommercial segments, or you can chose to manually skip them.This feature reduces three minutes of commercials toapproximately 8-12 seconds of fast forwarding in the SLP speed.You can select a background display of blue or see the video asthe commercials are skipped.Because television signals do not indicate where commercials arelocated, this feature finds and marks them through a set offormulas based on how television is broadcast today. Sincetelevision stations broadcast differently and insert their owncommercials, you may experience some variations in this feature’seffectiveness. Station promotions, identifications, andannouncements are not considered commercials, but might beskipped. For more information, see “Questions and AnswersAbout COMMERCIAL ADVANCE” in the References section. Allof the COMMERCIAL ADVANCE features are accessed throughthe Commercial Advance menu.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.COMMERCIAL ADVANCE is a registered trademark of SRT, Inc.A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed by Arthur D. Little Enterprises.
41OTHER FEATURES PREFERENCES1 Remote Control: VCR12 Auto Play: ON3 EnergySaver: 2:004 Front Panel: AUTO5 Tape Speed: SLP6 Commercial Advance0 Exit3. Press 6 to display the COMMERCIAL ADVANCE menu. COMMERCIAL ADVANCE1 Marking: ON2 Playback: MANUAL3 Display: Blue0 ExitNow you can select one of the COMMERCIAL ADVANCEfeatures.COMMERCIAL ADVANCE MarkingPress 1 to turn commercial marking ON or OFF.•Select ON, and the VCR will mark commercials withinapproximately 30 seconds for the following types ofrecording:—Timer, Timer with VCR Plus+ system, or ExpressRecordingSets the VCR to automatically markcommercials after the power is tuned off.—Recording Allows the VCR to prompt you to mark thecommercials when you’ve stop the recording.The VCR is waiting to mark commercials in the program you recorded.1 Mark them now2 Mark them later3 Don't mark commercialsThe VCR will begin marking in 30 seconds...•Select OFF and the VCR will not mark the commercials.
42OTHER FEATURESCOMMERCIAL ADVANCE PlaybackPress 2 to switch between Playback: AUTO and MANUAL.•Select AUTO to have the VCR automatically advance throughthe blocks of marked commercials.It works with most 30, 45, and 60-second commercials.A commercial group starting with the first two minutes orlast two minutes of a recording will not automatically beskipped.A commercial will not be skipped if a recording starts in themiddle of a commercial segment, one isolated commercial isshown without others, or a commercial is longer than oneminute. Press FWD to scan through the commercial.Part of a recorded program may be skipped if the programsegment is between commercials and less than one minute orthere are frequent dark and quiet scenes. If part of theprogram is skipped, rewind the tape to the beginning of theskipped program segment and press PLAY.•Select MANUAL and the VCR won’t advance through theblocks of marked commercials until you press SEARCH.If you press SEARCH during playback of material other thancommercials, the VCR advances to the end of the next “marked”commercial block and resumes playback.The VCR resumes playback when it reaches the end of themarked commercials.COMMERCIAL ADVANCE DisplayPress 3 to switch between Display: BLUE or VIDEO.•Select BLUE to display a blue background when the VCRadvances through the block of marked commercials.•Select VIDEO to display the recorded video when the VCRadvances through the block of marked commercials.
43OTHER FEATURESMOVIE ADVANCE®MOVIE ADVANCE helps you locate certain parts ofprerecorded movies (rented or purchased). This feature workstwo ways: 1) you can go to the beginning of the movie, or, 2) youcan skip from one preview to the next. MOVIE ADVANCEworks only on cassettes recorded in the SP speed with the safetytab removed.1. To select MOVIE ADVANCE, insert a tape with the safetytab removed and press SEARCH. The following menuappears: MOVIE ADVANCEWhat type of tapeis this?1 Purchased/Rented Movie2 Home Recording3 OtherPress CLEAR to cancel2. Press 1 if the tape is a purchased or rented movie,press 2 if it’s a recording made at home, or press 3 ifit’s something else, you don’t know, or you do not wantto select MOVIE ADVANCE.Pressing 2 or 3 gives the same response and takes you to adifferent search feature. If you accidentally make a wrongselection, press STOP•EJECT on the VCR and reinsert the tape.Press SEARCH.If you press 1, the MOVIE ADVANCE menu appears. MOVIE ADVANCEWould you like to go tothe start of the movieor to the next preview?1 Go to movie2 Go to previewPress CLEAR to cancel3. Press 1 to advance directly to the beginning of the movie orpress 2 to view the first (next) preview.MOVIE ADVANCE works only oncassettes recorded in the SP speedwith the safety tab removed.MOVIE ADVANCE is a registered trademark of SRT, Inc.A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed by Arthur D. Little Enterprises.
44OTHER FEATURESPreview Search NoteAny time during the preview searchmode, pressing SEARCH will reversethe search direction.•Press 1 to Go To Movie. The following screen appears witha blue background. MOVIE ADVANCEWhat type of tapeis this?1 Purchased/Rented Movie2 Home Recording3 OtherPress CLEAR to cancelWhen the movie is found, the following screen is displayed: MOVIE ADVANCEThe movie is ready.Press PLAY to start.Press STOP to cancelThis display will time out after a few minutes andthe VCR will enter the Stop mode.•Press 2 to Go To Preview. The following screen appears witha video background:Searching for previewPress SEARCH to reversePress STOP to cancelWhen a preview is detected, the VCR cues it and beginsplaying.Press SEARCH for next
45OTHER FEATURESPicture Search OptionsThe most basic way to search during playback is using the FWDor REV buttons on the remote. This section contains several otheroptions available for searching a tape.Forward and Reverse SearchYou can search a tape during playback. Sound is turned offduring picture search. Search works well for tapes recorded ateither the SP or SLP speed.1. Press FWD to search forward or REV to search in reverse.2. Press FWD or REV again or press PLAY to return to normalplayback.Slow MotionYou can view a tape during play or play-pause using slowmotion. Slow motion works well for tapes recorded at theSP or SLP speed.1. Press SLOW on the remote to begin slow-motion playback.2. During playback, press PAUSE and then FWD or REV tobegin slow-motion playback.3. Press FWD to increase or REV to decrease the speed ofthe search.4. Use TRACK up or down to remove any streaks from thepicture.5. Press PLAY to return to normal playback. The VCR switchesautomatically from slow-motion playback to stop after afew minutes.
46OTHER FEATURESFrame AdvanceFrame advance lets you view recorded action one frame afteranother during playback. Frame advance works well for tapesrecorded at the SP or SLP speed.•Pressing PAUSE “freezes” the action•Pressing F ADV repeatedly views single frames of the action•Pressing PAUSE or PLAY returns normal playback.Index SearchThe VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automaticallyrecords an index mark on the tape every time you start arecording.During playback you can locate the program you want to playby the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR willsearch forward or reverse from the location you are on the tape.To Search:1. Press STOP.2. Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX SEARCHon-screen display.3. If you want to search through a certain number of indexmarks, press two number buttons to enter the number ofmarks you want to search. Press CLEAR on the remote tocorrect an entry.4. Press FWD to search forward or REV to search in reverse. TheVCR will locate your index mark and begin playback. If youdid not enter a specific index number, the VCR will locate thenext index mark and begin playback.5. Press STOP to end index searching.Some index marks may be missed by the VCR:•A mark too close to your location on the tape•The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of fiveminutes or less•The first index mark on the tape when you start at thebeginning of the tape. INDEX SEARCHSearching forindex number 12...Press STOP to cancel INDEX SEARCHSearching forindex marks...Press STOP to cancel INDEX SEARCHPress REV OR FWDto begin scanning OR enter a specificindex number _ _ Press SEARCH to exitPICTURE SEARCH
47OTHER FEATURESGo-To SearchThe Go-To Search feature enables the VCR to quickly locate acounter reading anywhere on the tape. When the VCR locatesthe counter reading, it will begin playback.1. Press STOP.2. Press SEARCH on the remote until the GO-TO SEARCH menuappears on the screen.3. Press number buttons to enter the hour and/or minute ofthe counter reading you want the VCR to “go to.” PressCLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.4. Press FWD to search ahead or REV to search behind.5. Press STOP to end Go-To searching.TrackingYour VCR has automatic tracking which removes interference likestreaks or “snow” from the picture. Automatic tracking isautomatically activated when you insert a tape or turn on theVCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking,especially if the tape was recorded on a different VCR. Just usethe CHANNEL TRACKING buttons (TRACK on the remote) toreduce the distortion. You can also use tracking when you pausea tape to reduce jittering of the picture.When you manually adjust the picture, automatic tracking isturned off. To turn automatic tracking back on, press bothCHANNEL TRACKING buttons on the front of the VCR at thesame time, or eject the tape and re-insert it. Tracking has noeffect during recording– only playback.GO-TO SEARCHCurrent tape counter is 2:17:25Press REV or FWDto go to 0:00:00Press SEARCH to exit.If you insert a pre-recorded tapewith the safety tab removed- Index,Go-To, and Blank searches are notavailable.PICTURE SEARCH
48OTHER FEATURESPro-Tect Plus™ Locking FeatureTo disable the usage of the VCR, or to protect your timerrecordings, you can lock the VCR so that the buttons on theVCR or remote won’t work.•To Lock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remotefor approximately six seconds. All digits on the front panelflash when this feature is activated. Digits also flash if youturn on the VCR while locking is on.•To Lock While a Timer Recording is in Progress: Pressand hold the VCR button on the remote for approximatelysix seconds. All lighted digits on the front panel flash whenthis feature is activated.•To Unlock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote forapproximately six seconds.Time CounterThe time counter shows the actual time it takes to record aprogram or play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helpslocate the beginning or end of programs you taped. The timecounter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected fromthe VCR.For example, if you record a 30-minute program at thebeginning of the tape and you want to go to the end ofthat program to begin another recording, you would:1. Press INFO twice to display the time counter.2. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.3. Press FWD to forward the tape until the time counterreads 0:30:00.4. Press STOP. This is the approximate end of the program.(You may want to press PLAY to verify.) Now, you canbegin recording at this spot.5. Press INFO twice to remove the time counter from thescreen and return to the normal display mode. 0:30:00SECONDSMINUTESHOURSTimer Counter on-screen displaylists hours, minutes and secondsof a segment of tape.Locking Your VCRIf a timer recording is programmed,make sure your VCR is turned off.Locking your VCR prevents the VCRfrom being accidentally turned on.
49OTHER FEATURESOn-screen DisplaysThe INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP, PLAY,RECORD, etc.), channel number, time counter, date, time, andtape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be setbefore they can be displayed.1. Press INFO to see the on-screen displays.2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remainon the screen.3. Press INFO again to have no displays appear on theTV screen. This is useful for dubbing tapes.Turning off the VCR also resets the displays.Audio Set-up FeaturesThe audio set-up features enhance your tape playback andrecordings. The features in this section are accessed throughthe AUDIO menu and are shown in the displays below.1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU1 VCR Plus+2 Timer Recodings3 Time4 Channels5 Preferences6 Audio7 Language0 Exit2. Press 6 to display AUDIO menu. AUDIO1 Reception: STEREO2 Tape Playback: HI-FI0 ExitNow you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.To receive Hi-Fi stereo sound, useaudio-video cables with a compatibleTV or receiver. Using only the RF OUTjack will not produce stereo sound.Stop Ch 05 0:30:00 11/18/97 Tue 01:30PM SLPSECONDMINUTESHOURS 0:30:00SECONDSMINUTESHOURS123Time counter only (does not time out)On-screen display (times out)No displays will appear(useful for dubbing)
50OTHER FEATURESReceptionSome TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or aSecond Audio Program (SAP) which offers a second language.The reception feature lets you select the type of audio you wantto record. Press 1 to switch between Reception: STEREO, MONO,and SAP.•Select STEREO for normal or stereo broadcast TV recording.•Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is toonoisy.•Select SAP to record a Second Audio Program instead ofnormal audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks.Tape PlaybackThe VCR records the same audio on both Hi-Fi and linear trackson the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on a separate left and rightstereo 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 oramplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks. The Tape Playbackfeature lets you select which audio you use during playback.•Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the Hi-Fi trackand for normal use.•Select LINEAR to play back sound recorded on a linearmonaural track, such as a Second Audio Program (SAP),or a dubbed voice.•Select MIX to play back the sound recorded on both thelinear and Hi-Fi tracks, sound-on-sound.
51ConnectionsThings to Know BeforeConnecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges•Connect all components before plugging any powercords into the wall outlet.•Always turn off the TV and other componentsbefore you connect or disconnect any cables.Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio Hum orInterference•Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.•Place the audio/video cables to the sides of the TV’sback panel instead of straight down the middle afteryou connect your components.•Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep themaway from the audio/video cables as much aspossible.•Make sure all antennas and cables are properlygrounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed withyour unit.Protect Your Components from Overheating•Do not block ventilation holes in any of thecomponents. Arrange the components so that aircan circulate freely.•Do not stack components.•Allow adequate ventilation when placing yourcomponents in a stand.•Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the topshelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will notflow around other components.Things to KnowBefore ConnectingComponents➣➣Setting Up the VCR2First things first1➣Recording3VCR Basics4➣OTHER FEATURES76Connections➣➣Program the Remote5➣8REFERENCE
52ConnectionsConnecting Your VCRRefer to these pages to help you connect your VCR.Jacks and CablesRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type)The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, andmust be used if audio/video connections are not available foryour TV.These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections.The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled ANT. IN and RF OUT. Thecoaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR’sRF OUT jack and your TV’s antenna input.Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)The AUDIO/VIDEO jacks provide very good picture quality andmono sound, and can be used if your TV has audio/video inputjacks. For more information about input channels, see page 62.These jacks are used for most audio/video connections betweencomponents. The VCR AUDIO/VIDEO jacks are color coded(yellow for video and white for audio).If your TV only has two inputs for audio (stereo), you may need aY-adapter to hear sound from both channels.RF JackAudio/Video Jack
53ConnectionsChoosing a VCR ConnectionThere are several different ways to connect your VCR, dependingon whether or not you have cable service, and if you have a cablebox, and whether some of the channels are scrambled, andmaybe you have a satellite receiver along with cable (but nocable box), or a satellite receiver and no cable or... well, you getthe picture.Five connections are described in this section and one of themshould provide you with a VCR connection that works.•TV with RF Jack Only•TV with Audio/Video Jacks•TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to UnscramblePay Channels OnlyIf you need to connect additional components not shown in thediagrams here (and are unsure of how to connect them), refer tothe instruction manual that came with that particularcomponent.Advantages of Audio/Video CableConnectionsUsing a simple coaxial cable connection gives you good picturequality. If your television has audio/video jacks though, it ishighly recommended that you use them to get even betterpicture quality and Hi-Fi stereo sound when recording andplaying back videotapes. These connections give you moreconvenient operation by not having to share the TV’santenna signal. If you are having a hard time understandingAUDIO/VIDEO INPUT, refer to page 62 in the References sectionof the manual for more information.
54ConnectionsTV with RF Jack OnlyThis 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 (exceptwhen using a cable box for all channels).To use this connection, you must have:•(1) coaxial cable for cable or antenna connection; (2) forcable box.To connect:1. Connect cables as shown2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.Using This ConnectionTune your TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever one you selectedwith the 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the VCR.To play a tape:1. Insert a tape2. If necessary, press PLAY.To record one program and watch another:1. Begin recording a program using one of therecording features2. Press the TV•VCR button and select a different channelon the TV. VCRTVCABLE/ANTENNACABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNAANT. INRF OUT3 CH. 4VIDEOAUDIOOUT INLR
55ConnectionsTV with Audio/Video JacksThis connection assumes:•You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system•Your television has audio/video jacks.This connection provides:•Hi-Fi stereo sound playback from VCR•Record one channel while watching another (except whenusing a cable box for all channels).To use this connection, you must have:•(1) coaxial cable for cable/antenna connection; (2) forcable box•(2) audio/video cablesTo connect:1. Connect cables as shown.2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.Using This ConnectionTune your TV to its video input channel (see page 62 for moreinformation). Use of TV•VCR button is not required.To play a tape:1. Insert a tape.2. If necessary, press PLAY.To record one program and watch another:1. Begin recording a program using one of therecording features.2. Select a different channel on the TV.TVVCRANT. INRF OUT3 CH. 4VIDEOAUDIOOUT INLRCABLE/ANTENNACABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNAINPUT 1 VIDEORL/MONO S-VIDEO AUDIOOUTPUTRLINPUT 2 VIDEO RL/MONO
56ConnectionsTV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Boxto Unscramble Pay Channels OnlyThis connection assumes:•You are using a cable box only to unscramble premiumchannels•Your TV has audio/video input jacks.This connection provides:•Hi-Fi stereo sound playback from the VCR•Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through thecable box while watching an unscrambled channel.To use this connection, you must have:•(3) coaxial cables•(2) audio/video cables•(1) splitterTo connect:1. Connect cables as shown.2. Return to First Things First, then follow the steps.Using This ConnectionTune your TV to its video input channel (see page 62 for moreinformation). Use of TV•VCR button is not required.To play a tape:1. Insert a tape.2. If necessary, press PLAY.To record a scrambled or unscrambled program and watchanother unscrambled program:1. Begin recording a scrambled or unscrambled programthrough the cable box using one of the recording features.2. Select an unscrambled channel on the TV.All scrambled channels must be viewedthrough the VCR.VCRCABLECABLE BOXANT. INRF OUT3 CH. 4VIDEOAUDIOOUT INLRTVCABLE/ANTENNAINPUT 1 VIDEORL/MONO S-VIDEO AUDIOOUTPUTRLINPUT 2 VIDEO RL/MONOINOUT
57Appendix: referenceThis section gives you some additional informationabout the VCR, including a description of the unit’scontrols and displays.You will also find the section, Troubleshooting Tips,and a question and answer section aboutCOMMERCIAL ADVANCE in this Appendix.These areas might help resolve some of thosesimple problems.Finally, this section of the manual also containsyour warranty information.➣➣Setting Up the VCR2First things first1➣Recording3VCR Basics4➣OTHER FEATURES76Connections➣➣Program the Remote5➣8REFERENCE
58Appendix: referenceFront PanelAUDIO (R and L mono) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signalsfrom another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it isconnected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select “L2”to record from these jacks.CHANNEL•TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher orlower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. Adjusts trackingwhen a tape is playing. Press both together to recenter tracking.FWD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches thepicture forward during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and increases slow-motion speed.PLAY•PAUSE Plays a tape. Pauses action for viewing duringplayback. Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwantedscenes.POWER Turns the VCR on or off.RECORD Starts VCR recording. Used for express recording.Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Aimthe remote at this sensor.REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches thepicture in reverse during playback. Starts slow motion duringplay-pause and decreases slow-motion speed.SPEED Selects a recording speed (either SP or SLP)STOP•EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record,playback, rewind, fast-forward, or pause. Ejects the tape whenthe VCR is stopped. Indicator PanelTV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes fromthe VCR or the cable/antenna system.Remote SensorREWRECORDINPUTAUDIOVIDEO TRACKINGINPUTSTOP•EJECTTAPE SPEEDPLAYPAUSEFWDTV•VCRPOWERCHANNEL
59Appendix: referenceDisplay PanelTIME The current time appears. Only an AM indicator appearswith the time. There is no indicator for PM.TIME COUNTER This shows the actual time it takes to play backa segment of a recorded tape. This counter helps locatethe beginning or end of programs taped.REC INDICATOR Lights when the VCR is recording.TIMER INDICATOR ( ) Lights during an express or timerrecording or when the VCR is set for a timer recording andthe VCR is turned off. Flashes when the clock is not set.Flashes when the timer recording is set and there is no tapein the VCR.VCR INDICATOR (Applies only if the VCR Viewing Channelis 3 or 4.) Press the TV•VCR button on the remote or front VCRpanel to turn on or off.•VCR Indicator on: Picture from VCR•VCR Indicator off: Picture from the TV channel.
60Appendix: referenceBack Panel3 CH. 4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tunethe TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR usingone of the basic hookups.AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signalsfrom another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when itis connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select“L1” to record from these jacks.AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO OUT Jacks Sends signalsfrom VCR to another component, like a TV or VCR, when itis connected to these jacks.ANT IN Jack Receives a signal from an antenna or cablesystem when attached.RF OUT Jack Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied.ANT. INRF OUT3 CH. 4VIDEOAUDIOOUT INLR
61Appendix: referenceTroubleshooting TipsNo 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 andremote.•The batteries may need changing.•Make sure the Remote VCR1/VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so theremote that came packed with your VCR can operate it.Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing•Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off.•Check to make sure the TV is switched to an active channel.•Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.Snowy or no picture during playback•Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.•Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches thechannel selected with 3 CH. 4 switch onback of VCR.•Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channelyou have selected.•Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.•Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input(see page 62 for more information).•Try another tape.•Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frameadvance, and slow-motion playback.Streaks in picture during normal playback•Press one of the TRACKING buttons to move streaks up or down forthe best picture.•Check to make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out.
62Appendix: referenceTroubleshooting Tips (Cont’)Time counter not working or time counter not working in searchmodes•The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions oftape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, thetime counter will hold its count until recorded material is detectedagain.•A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tapefarther back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.•The time counter disappears during search; this is normal.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 orPLAY to return to normal playback.•Check the ProTect Plus™ feature.Rewind does not operate•Check to make sure the tape is not already rewound.VCR Plus+ system or timer recording not made or wrongprogram recorded•Check to make sure the correct VCR Plus+ system code is entered.•Check to make sure the cable box or satellite receiver was turned onwhen recording was to begin.•Check to make sure the program was entered correctly (wrongchannel or times).•Power interruption. Reset the clock.•Check to see if time and date are correct – including AM/PM.•Check to make sure the program did not exceed the tape’s length orthe tape was not rewound beforehand.•Check to make sure the VCR was turned off at the time recordingwas to start.•Check to make sure there was a tape in the VCR and the cassette’ssafety tab was intact.•VCR ejects cassette when the end of the tape is reached during atimer recording.•Check to make sure VCR Plus+ system setup was completed correctly.
63Appendix: referenceTroubleshooting Tips (Cont’)Will not record•Check to make sure the safety tab is intact.•Check to make sure the VCR is not in the line mode. Press INPUT onthe remote.Clock shows incorrect time or date•Power interruption.•Check to make sure the clock is set accurately (check AM/PM anddate).•Check Daylight-Saving setting. The clock may have adjusted fordaylight-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. This is normal. The head cylinderinside the VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after youput the VCR in the stop mode.Will not AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH active channels correctly•Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.•Check to make sure the Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is setcorrectly.•If Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the AUTOCHANNEL SEARCH menu, try using either CABLE TV or ANTENNAinstead.•May not be necessary if using a cable box for all channels. Contactyour local cable company for more information.Tape plays back in slow motion•Press PLAY to return to normal playback.Cannot select channels over 69•Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE.Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to playautomatically•Check to make sure the AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature is set to ON.
64Appendix: referenceTroubleshooting Tips (Cont’)TIMER indicator flashes•The clock is not set.•Check to make sure there is a cassette in the VCR when a timerrecording is set.•TIMER and RECORD indicators flash when the ProTect PlusTM Lockingfeature is activated.Time counter disappears during searching•This is normal.On-screen menus appear in English, French, or Spanish•Check LANGUAGE feature.No stereo sound during playback•Check to make sure the TAPE PLAYBACK feature is set to Hi-Fi tohear stereo sound during playback. The tape you are paying mustbe 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 hearstereo sound.Stereo audio too noisy•Stereo signal is weak. Set reception: STEREO/SAP/MONO featureto MONO.•Press one of the TRACKING up or down buttons to minimize thenoise.Index and Go-To search features do not operate•Check to see if MOVIE ADVANCE feature is activated.Cannot access MOVIE ADVANCE feature•Cassette must have safety tab removed and be recorded in SP speed.•Home Recording was selected for the tape type in the menu. Ejectcassette and reinsert.VCR forwards through commercials or momentarily displays ablue screen during playback.•Commercial Advance Playback feature is set to AUTO. Set it toMANUAL.
65Appendix: referenceTroubleshooting Tips (Cont’)COMMERCIAL ADVANCE feature does not mark commercialswhen:•The Marking feature is set to OFF in the COMMERCIAL ADVANCEmenu. Set it to ON.•A recording is less than 15 minutes or the commercial is longer thanone minute.•A single isolated commercial can not be marked.•Recording started in the middle of a commercial segment.•A commercial group within the first or last two minutes of arecording.•Accuracy and effectiveness can vary depending upon programcontent and the characteristics of the commercials.•A commercial is between 30-and-45 seconds and 45-and-60 seconds.•Effectiveness may vary when local television stations insert theirown commercials.Commercials recorded even though COMMERCIAL ADVANCEfeature was set to ON.•COMMERCIAL ADVANCE is designed to record the commercials,mark them, and then skip over the marked commercials duringplayback.
66Appendix: referenceQuestions and Answers About COMMERCIAL ADVANCEWill commercials be scanned through only on playback of recordings?Yes. The VCR does not rewind and mark commercial segments until after recording is finished.How fast does the COMMERCIAL ADVANCE VCR scan through the commercial breaks?In SLP tape speed, a 3-minute commercial break is scanned through in approximately 8-12 seconds. In SP, ittakes about25-35 seconds.Are commercials still recorded if I want to watch them?Yes. The recorded program, including commercials, can be viewed by setting the Playback feature toMANUAL.What if the VCR scans forward through part of my program?Simply rewind the tape to just before the skipped segment, and press PLAY to view the program.Once a recording has been marked, does COMMERCIAL ADVANCE work each time the tape is played?Yes. If the Playback feature is set to AUTO, the marked commercials should be skipped each time the tape isplayed in a COMMERCIAL ADVANCE VCR.After marking commercials, is the tape left at the beginning or end of the recording?The tape is left at the end of the recording so it is in position to begin additional programmed recordings.Does the marking process interfere with other programmed recordings?No. If two or more recordings are programmed together without sufficient time to mark the first recording,marking will take place after all recordings have completed.What happens if the marking process is interrupted?Marking can be interrupted to allow use of the VCR. Marking will resume again when the VCR’s power isturned off as longas the tape has not been ejected from the VCR.Does COMMERCIAL ADVANCE work in all recording speeds?Yes, COMMERCIAL ADVANCE works in SP and SLP.Will COMMERCIAL ADVANCE marked recordings work innon-Commercial Advance VCRs?A COMMERCIAL ADVANCE marked recording will play in a non-commercial advance VCR, butcommercials will not automatically be skipped.
67Appendix: referenceSpecificationsFormat: VHSRecord/Playback Video: 4-headSystem: Audio: Stereo record/playback systemVideo Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC colorAntenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combinedantenna terminalTuner: USA: 181 channels capability*(125 cable channels)Canada: 178 channels capability*(122 cable channels)Type: AutoProgramming frequencysynthesisPower Requirement: 120V AC, 60 HzPower Consumption: 17 wattsDimensions: 3.54 inches high (90 mm)14.96 inches wide (380 mm)10.94 inches deep (278 mm)Weight: 7.9 pounds (3.6 kg)Storage Temperature - 22˚F to +149˚FRange: (-30˚C to +65˚C)Operating +41˚F to +104˚FTemperature Range: (+5˚C to +40˚C)*Check your cable company‘s compatibility requirements.Cleaning the VCRUse a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner todust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on thetop, back, sides, and bottom of the cabinet.Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcoholand various solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniturepolishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulatemore dust. We recommend using a nonabrasive, antistaticcleaner and polisher.Specifications are subject to change.
68Appendix: referenceHow to Find Your TV’s Video InputChannelYou need to tune your TV to the Video Input Channel if you areusing the VCR’s AUDIO/VIDEO OUT jacks to connect to the TV’sAUDIO/VIDEO INPUT jacks. You must select this “channel” beforeyou 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 anddifferent models. Below are some steps to try:•If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, press the TV buttonon the remote control that came with the VCR. Then pressthe INPUT button on the remote.•If you have another brand of TV, consult the section,Programming The Remote, to see if the VCR’s remote controlcan be set to control your TV. If so, follow the step above.If those options do not work, try the following ideas. You mightaccess the Video Input Channel by:•pressing a button on the remote (see table below)•selecting the channel from the TV’s menu system(see table below)•tuning directly to the channel by selecting a specific channelnumber (see table below)•going through all the channels in the channel list by pressingthe channel up or down buttons on the TV.Some common scenarios are listed in the Video Input ChannelVariations table that follows:Video Input Channel VariationsButton/Switch Button on the Channelon the TV TV Remote NumberVIDEO VID 1 00SIGNAL LINE 90VID 1 VID 91VID 2 VIDEO 92S-VID S-VID 93S-VIDEO INPUT VID 1S-VIDEO VID 2SOURCEAUXINPUTTV•VCRON•OFFPLAY FORWARDRECORD STOP PAUSEF.ADVCLEAR MENU SPEEDTRACKING1472583690CHANVOLVOLCHANINFO SEARCHMUTE GO BACK TV VCRREVERSETVButtonINPUTButton
69Appendix: referenceLimited WarrantyWhat 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 RCA VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR.•Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required torepair your VCR.How you get service:•Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA VCR Service Center,ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.•Show the Authorized Service Center Representative your evidence or purchase date or first rental.•Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed.What your warranty does not cover:•Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your VCR. Anyadditional information should be obtained from your Dealer.)•Installation and related adjustments.•Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR.•Damage from misuse or neglect.•Cleaning of video/audio heads.•Batteries.•A VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercialpurposes.•A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA.•Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.Product Registration:•Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your VCR. It will make it easier to contact youshould it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.How state law relates to this warranty:•This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.If you purchased your VCR outside the United States:•This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.
70Appendix: referenceIndexAAudio Humavoiding 51AUDIO Jacks 58Audio Only 34playback 34recording 33Audio Set-up Features 49AUDIO/VIDEO jacks 23, 68Audio/Video Jacks 55, 56Auto Clock Information 13Auto Clock Set 13Auto Play 19Auto play feature 24Automatic rewind 25Automatic tracking 24BBack Panel 603/4 switch 60ANT IN jack 60audio IN jacks 60RF OUT jack 60Batteries, installing 4Broadcast Stereo 33Buttons, remote 22CCable Box 56Cable Box Setup 9Cable Connections 53CHAN buttons 23, 36CHANNEL buttons 22Channel Selectiondetecting automatically 11CHANNEL•TRACKING 58Channelsadding/removing 12CLEAR button 22, 23Coaxial Cables (F-type) 52COMMERCIAL ADVANCEplayback 42COMMERCIAL ADVANCE40, 65display 42marking 41questions and answers 66Component buttons 22Components 51cable positioning 51connecting 51protecting 51Connecting Components 51Copying and Editing Tapes 34DDaylight-Saving Time 14Display Panel 59REC indicator 59TIME counter 59TIME countter 59TIME indicator 59Timer Indicator 59VCR Indicator 59EEject 25EnergySaver 19Express Recording (XPR) 28FF.ADV button 22Forward and Reverse Search45FORWARD button 24Frame Advance 46Front Panel 58A/V jacks IN 58channel tracking button 58FWD button 58PLAY•PAUSE button 58POWER button 58RECORD button 58remote sensor 58REV button 58SPEED button 58STOP•EJECT button 58TV•VCR button 58Front Panel Brightness 20FWD button 24, 58GGO BACK button 22, 23Go-To Search 47IIndex Search 46INFO button 22, 24Initial Setup 5INPUT button 24INPUT button 23, 68JJacksAUDIO/VIDEO 68Jacks and Cables (RCA-type)52LLANGUAGE menu 6, 8
71IndexMMenuaccessing 6set up features 8MENU button 23MOVIE ADVANCE 43, 64MUTE button 24, 36NNumber buttons 23, 24OOFF button 22, 24ON•OFF button 25, 36On-screen Displays 49PPAUSE button 23, 24, 25Picture Search 45forward/reverse search 45frame advance 46, 47go-to 47index search 46, 47slow motion 45tracking 47PLAY button 23, 24PLAY•PAUSE 58PLAY•PAUSE button 24Playing a tape 24POWER button 25, 58Preferences Menu 18auto play 19front panel brightness 20preferred tape speed 20remote VCR1/VCR2 18Preferred Tape Speed 20Preview Search 44Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature48Product Registration 2programming the remoteoperating second VCR 35RREC Indicator 59Reception 50RECORD button 23, 25, 58Record protect tab 25Recording 25audio only 33basic 25broadcast stereo 33Express Recording (XPR)28, 29features 28SAP (SecondAudio Program)33timer recording 29VCR Plus+ timer recordings30Remotebuttons 22component buttons 22TV function buttons 23Remote control 4Remote Sensor 58Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option18REV button 23, 24, 58REVERSE button 24Reviewing and ClearingPrograms 32Rewind, automatic 25RF coaxial cable 4RF Jacks 52SSafety Information 2Safety tab 24, 25SAP (Second Audio Program)33SEARCH button 23Selecting Channels 12SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu14Signal Typechanging 12Slow Motion 45SLP (tape speed) 25SP (tape speed) 25Specifications 67SPEED button 23, 25, 58STOP button 23, 24, 25STOP•EJECT button 24STOP•EJECT button 25, 58TTapeplayback 50Tape eject 25Tape, playing 24Tape speed 25TAPE SPEED button 25Tape Speeds 20Tapes, copying and editing 34Time and Date 12auto clock set 13setting daylight-saving time14setting manually 15setting time zone 13Time Counter 48, 59Time Zone, setting 13Time/Date Display 15
72IndexTIMER INDICATOR 59Timer Recording 29reviewing and clearing pro-grams 32setting channel list 30stopping 32VCR Plus+ system 30TRACK buttons 23Tracking 47TRACKING buttons 24Troubleshooting Tips 61TVtuning for VCR use 5TV button 22, 36, 68TV codes 37TV function buttons 23TV, programming the remote tocontrol 36TV•VCR button 23, 58TV’s video input channel 68VVCRauto channel search 10cable box connection 56channels list 10cleaning 67connecting 4, 52jacks and cables 52plugging in 4specifications 67viewing channel 5VCR button 22VCR function buttons 22VCR INDICATOR 59VCR MAIN MENU 6, 8VCR Plus+ 16system channels 16worksheet 17VCR Plus+ System Recordi 31VIDEO IN Jacks 58Viewing Channelsadding/removing 12VOL buttons 24, 36WWarranty 69
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