GE VG2063 User manual

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First Things First .................................................. 3
Setting Up the VCR .............................................. 7
Using the Menu to Set Up Features ....................................... 8
Language ................................................................................. 8
Cable Box Setup ...................................................................... 8
VCR Channels List ................................................................. 10
To Auto Channel Search .................................................. 10
To Change the SignalType ............................................. 11
To Add or Remove Channels .......................................... 11
Time and Date ....................................................................... 12
Set Daylight-SavingTime ................................................ 12
Set theTime and Date ..................................................... 12
VCR Plus+ Channels .............................................................. 13
VCR Plus+ Worksheet ............................................................ 15
Additional Set-Up Features in the Preferences Menu ........ 16
Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option ............................................. 16
Auto Play .......................................................................... 17
EnergySaver ..................................................................... 17
Tape Speed ....................................................................... 18
VCR Basics ........................................................ 19
Remote Buttons ..................................................................... 20
Playing aTape ........................................................................ 21
Automatic Rewind ........................................................... 22
Tape Eject ......................................................................... 22
Recording ............................................................................... 22
Check the SafetyTab ........................................................ 22
Recording .......................................................... 23
Recording Features ............................................................... 24
Express Recording (XPR) ................................................ 24
Timer Recording .............................................................. 25
Timer Recording With VCR Plus+ ................................... 26
Setting Up the Channel List ...................................... 26
Using VCR Plus+ ........................................................ 26
Stopping aTimer Recording ..................................... 28
Reviewing and Clearing Programs ........................... 28
Using Two VCRs for Copying and EditingTapes .................. 29

Other Features ................................................... 3 l
Picture Search Options ......................................................... 32
Forward and Reverse Search .......................................... 32
Slow Motion .................................................................... 32
Commercial Scan (Search Button) ................................. 32
Frame Advance ................................................................ 33
Index Search .................................................................... 33
Zero Search ...................................................................... 34
Pro-Tect Plus TM Locking Feature ........................................... 34
Time Counter ......................................................................... 35
On-Screen Displays ............................................................... 35
Tracking .................................................................................. 36
Connections ....................................................... 37
Connecting Your VCR ............................................................. 38
Jacks and Cables ............................................................. 38
RF Jacks and Antenna Cables (F-type) ........................... 38
Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type) .................... 38
Choosing a VCR Connection ................................................ 39
Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections ........... 39
TVWith RF Jack Only ............................................................ 40
TV With Audio/Video Jacks ................................................... 41
TVWith Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to
Unscramble Pay Channels Only ...................................... 42
Reference .......................................................... 43
Front Panel ............................................................................. 44
Back Panel .............................................................................. 45
Indicator Panel ....................................................................... 45
Troubleshooting Tips ............................................................. 46
Specifications ........................................................................ 49
Cleaning the VCR ................................................................... 49
Limited Warranty ................................................................... 50
Index ....................................................................................... 51
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Hi, my name is Roger...
and I wrote this User's Guide. It's my job to see that
you have a rewarding user manual experience.You'll
find that I've arranged this manual to clearly explain
all your VCR's features.
lFIRST THINGS FIRST
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The first three sections of the manual introduce you to
your VCR, and show you how to set the VCR up and
use the on-screen menus. Reading these sections
gives you the basic information you need to use your
VCR. V
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The rest of the book highlights playback and recording
information, contains a detailed connections section,
and a reference section that includes troubleshooting
tips, limited warranty, and index.
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STEP 1: Unpack What's in the Box
The following items come packed in the box:
•VCR
•Remote control
• RF antenna cable
STEP 2: Install Batteries in the
Remote Control
Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the
batteries in your VCR remote.
1. Remove the cover of the battery compartment.
2. Place batteries in remote, matching the + and- ends of each
battery to the diagram inside the compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
STEP 3: Connect Your VCR
If you connect yourVCR to your home antenna or cable system
and then to yourTV, use theVCR's IN FROM ANT. and OUTTOTV
jacks for a good signal as shown.
If you have aTV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the audio/video
jacks on theTV and VCR for a better connection. Refer to the
Connections section, toward the back of the manual.
STEP 4: Plug in the VCR
Match the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet.
Be sure to insert the plug completely.
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STEP 5: Tune the TV
Tune theTV to the VCR viewing channel.The VCR viewing
channel is channel 3 or 4 or theTV's video input.
•If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors
with RF antenna cable, set the 3CH.4 switch to channel 3 or
channel 4--the channel you want to use on yourTV.
•If you connect your VCR using the AUDIONIDEO jacks with
audio/video cables, select theTV's video input to see the
signal. See the TVOwner's Manual.
STEP 6: Turn On the VCR
Press POWER to turn on the VCR.Turning on the VCR for the first
time starts the Interactive Setup feature.
STEP 7: Interactive Setup
The first time theVCR is turned on, Interactive Setup--a brief
series of on-screen menus--appears.These menus assist in
setting up several of the VCR's features. Use the remote's
number buttons to select options.
1. Press 1 for English, 2 for Espafiol (Spanish), or 3 for Fran£ais
(French).
Select a language.
Seleccione un idioma.
Choisissez une langue.
1>English
2 Espafiol
3 Francais
The remaining Interactive Setup menus will appear in the
language you choose. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the process. VCR Viewing Channel
When using the ANTENNA jacks to
connect your VCR, tune your TV to
channel 3 or 4.
When using the audio/video jacks
to connect yourVCR, tune yourTV
to theTV's video input channel.
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STEP 8: Access the Menus
When you've completed Interactive Setup, try out the VCR's
regular on-screen menus.The MENU and number buttons let
you access, select, and change menu items. For example, to
change the Auto Play setting, you would do the following:
1. Press MENU to bring up theVCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
I VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
PREFERENCES
1 Remote Control: VCRI
2 Auto Play: ON
3 EnergySaver: 2:00
4 Tape Speed: SLP
0 Exit
3. Press 2 to switch Auto Play to ON or OFE
PREFERENCES
1 Remote Control: VCRI
2 Auto Play: OFF
3 EnergySaver: 2:00
4 Tape Speed: SLP
0 Exit
See Setting Up the VCR for detailed information about the
Auto Play feature. Once you understand how to use the
menus, move on to the next section.
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Set-Up Features
Below is a list of features that you may want to set up
before you begin using your VCR for the first time.
• Select a language
• Set upVCR channel list (Auto Channel Search)
• Set up for a cable box
• Set automatic daylight-saving time
• Set the time and date
• Set upVCR Plus+ channels
• Set the RemoteVCR1/VCR2 feature
• Set the Auto Play feature
• Set the EnergySaver feature
• Set the preferred tape speed
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SETTING UP THE VCR
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Using the Menu to Set Up Features
You can change the setup of the VCR's features using the menu
system. Each feature is explained in this section.
Language
Select your preferred language, and the on-screen displays will
appear in that language.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 6to select and display the LANGUAGE menu.
LANGUAGE
SeLect a language.
1>English
2 Espanol
3 Franfais
Press MENU to contiune
3. Select English, Espafiol (Spanish), or Frangais (French).
Cable Box Setup
This setup applies only when all channels are received through
the cable box. The VCR will automatically enter the output
channel of the cable box when programming your VCR for timer
recordings.
*On-screen Menus 1
Not all theVCR screens are shown
in this manual when explaining the
features.
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1. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List
5 Cable Box Setup
0 Exit
.Press 5 to display CABLE BOX SETURThen select one of the
three choices.
CABLE BOX SETUP
Do you use your cable
box to receive ALL
channels or only SOME
channels.
1 ALL channels
2 Only SOME channels
3 Cancel setup
.If you select ALL CHANNELS, enter the output channel of
your cable box, usually 03, 04, or video line input and
press MENU.
CABLE BOX SETUP
On what channel does
the VCR receive signals
from the cable box?
(usually 3. 4. or Video)
04
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to continue
CABLE BOX SETUP
The VCR will now
receive all signals
from the cable box
on channel 04.
Press MENU to continue
Once you complete the setup, theVCR confirms that Cable
Box Setup is complete.
rCable Box Setup
ALL CHANNELS: enter two numbers
for output channel of your cable box or
press INPUT.
ONLY SOME CHANNELS: If you only
use the cable box to tune premium
channels.
CANCEL SETUP: select to cancel.
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VCR Channels List
Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory.
Even though yourVCR may come with a list, it's possible
that you may want to add or eliminate some channels
depending on whether they are active.
To Auto Channel Search
1. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 4to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List
5 Cable Box Setup
0 Exit
3. Press 1 to display the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu.
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
What type of signal
are you using?
1 Cable TV
2 Antenna
3>Detect Automatically
0 Cancel
.Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
options.
Choices one and two are self-explanatory. If you choose
DETECT AUTOMATICALLY, theVCR automatically detects
which signal system you have attached to yourVCR.
Detect Automatically
A strong cable or antenna signal in
your area may cause Auto Detect
to mis-detect. If this should
happen, select 1 or 2 for the
system you have.
Auto Channel Search
Use the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
feature to place all available
channels in memory.
If you ever change cable or
antenna signals, you may need to
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH again.

AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Now scanning channel 14
Press any key to cancel
TheVCR begins scanning for the available channels--this
takes about one to two minutes.The lowest channel is tuned
once the search is complete. Now, pressing CHANNEL up or
down should only select the active channels.
To Change the Signal Type
1. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 4to display the CHANNELS menu.
3. Press 3 to change the SIGNALTYPE between CABLE and
ANTENNA.
To ADD or REMOVE Channels
You may want to add or remove channels after you AUTO
CHANNEL SEARCH, especially if some of the channels have weak
signals or you don't want to watch them.
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2.
3.
Press MENU to display theVCR MAIN MENU.
Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.
Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen. Use
CHANNEL up or down or number buttons to go to the
channels you want to remove or add.
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
Channel 115
is presently ADDED
Press CLEAR to remove
Press MENU to exit
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS
Channel 115
is presently REMOVED
Press INFO to add
Press MENU to exit Selecting Channels
The CHANNEL up and down
buttons access those channels
active in yourVCR channel list.
You can still access channels not
in the channel list by using the
number buttons on the remote.
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Time and Date
Before you set the time and date, set the AUTO DST (Daylight-
Saving Time) feature to ON or OFF for your area.
Set Daylight-Saving Time
1. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
.Press 3 to display theTIME menu.
TIME
1 Set Time and Date
2 Auto DST: ON
0 Exit
.Press 2 to turn AUTO DST: ON or OFE
Select ON if you want the VCR's clock to automatically adjust
for daylight-saving time.
Select OFF if you do not want the VCR's clock to adjust for
daylight-saving time.
Set the Time and Date
1. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
Spring forward; Fall backward
In the Spring, daylight-saving time
begins on the first Sunday in April.
Because the clock automatically
changes from 2:00 AM to 3:00 AM
(forward one hour), remember to
include the extra hour for timer
recording falling within this
time frame.
In the Autumn, daylight-saving time
ends on the last Sunday in October.
The VCR clock automatically changes
from 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM (back one
hour). Therefore, it can affect your
recording length.
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.Press 3 to display theTIME menu.
TIME
1 Set Time and Date
2Auto DST: ON
0 Exit
.Press 1 to display the SETTIME AND DATE screen.
SET TIME AND DATE
Time
(hh mm)
Date --/--/--
Press MENU to cancel
4. Enter the data using the number buttons. Press 0 before
single-digit numbers and follow the on-screen directions.
SET TIME AND DATE
Time 12:34 PM
Date 10/24/97 Friday
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to set
VCR Plus+ Channels
Using VCR Plus+ can make programming timer recordings for
cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time
right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet and abbreviated
codes for typical cable services in the U.S. and Canada are
provided on the following pages.
1. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
I VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
VCR Plus+ Channel List
Refer to your local television list for
a completeVCR Plus+ channel list
for your viewing area or contact
your cable company. Using the list
may save you some time,
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2. Press 4to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
I Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4 VCR Plus+ Channel List
5 Cable Box Setup
0 Exit
3. Press 4 to display the VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST screen.
,
VCR+ Channel My Channel
5 --
4 --
3 -> -> -> --
2 --
I --
Use CH+/- to select
Press 0-9 to change
Press MENU to save
Enter the data following the on-screen directions using your
worksheet.
VCR+ Channel My Channel
5 46
4 --
3 -> -> -> 23
2 --
I --
Use CH+/- to select
Press 0-9 to change
Press MENU to save
Screen is for an example only.
Two-DigitVCR Plus+ Channel
Numbers for CableTV
(USA List)
35 American Movie Classics
39 Arts &-Entertainment
57 Black Entertainment
54 Bravo
42 Cable News Network
45 Cinemax
98 Cinemax 2
37 The Discovery Channel
53 The Disney Channel
63 Entertainment Television
34 ESPN Sports Network
47 The Family Channel
33 Home Box Office
95 Home Box Office 2
96 Home Box Office 3
51 The Learning Channel
46 Lifetime
58 The Movie Channel
48 Music Television
49 The Nashville Network
38 Nickelodeon
64 Nostalgia Television
99 QualityValue Cable
41 Showtime
97 Showtime 2
59 Sports Channel
52 Turner NetworkTelevision
44 USA-Network
62 Video Hits I
93 Viewer's Choice I
94 Viewer's Choice 2
55 WGN Chicago
43 WTBS Atlanta
60 WWOR-New York
See next page for Canadian List

VCR Plus+ Worksheet
Broadcast or VCR Plus+ Channel Channel Number
Cable-TV Station Number** You Receive the
Name Station On*
H BO 33
ESPN 34
*Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on.
**Check your local listing for broadcast orVCR Plus+ channel number assigned.
Two-DigitVCR Plus+ Channel
Numbers for CableTV
(Canadian List)
67 Allarcom Pay Television/
Superchannel
44 Arts & Entertainment
72 Cable News Network-Headline
News
61 Cable News Network
70 Canadian Home Shopping Network
56 Canal Famille
69 Cathay International Television Inc
68 Chinavision Canada Corp
60 Country MusicTelevision
63 Family Channel
62 First Choice
96 First Choice Two
97 First Choice Three
99 First Choice Four
90 House of Commons
91 La Chaine Francaise
51 The Learning Channel
65 MeteoMedia/TheWeather Network
48 MuchMusic Network
55 MusiquePlus
52 Nashville Network
73 Newsworld/CBC
53 Le Reseau des Sports
43 The Sports Network
64 Super Ecran
37 Super Ecran B
98 Super Ecran C
66 Telatino Network
46 TV5 Montreal
92 Viewer's Choice I
93 Viewer's Choice 2
94 Viewer's Choice 3
95 Viewer's Choice 4
71 Vision TV: Canada's Faith Network
38 Youth TV, Canada Inc.
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Additional Set-Up Features in the
Preferences Menu
The features in this section are all accessed through the
PREFERENCESmenu.
1. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+
2 Timer Recordings
3 Time
4 Channels
5 Preferences
6 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
PREFERENCES
1 Remote Control: VCR1
2 Auto Play: ON
3 EnergySaver: 2:00
4 Tape Speed: SLP
0 Exit
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.
Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option
If you own a compatible RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that has a
VCR2, VCR2,LD, or DVD,VCR2 button, this feature allows you to
set this VCR to respond to that button.
Press 1 to select the REMOTE CONTROL item. Then press the
VCR2, VCR2,LD, or DVD,VCR2 button to change.
PREFERENCES
I Remote Control: VCRI
2 Auto Play: ON
3 EnergySaver: 2:00
4 Tape Speed: SLP
Exit
PREFERENCES
I Remote Control: VCR2
2 Auto Play: ON
3 EnergySaver: 2:00
4 Tape Speed: SLP
0 Exit
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The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote's VCR2,
VCR2oLD, or DVD.VCR2 button. If you change the remote setting
to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer
control it.
To change the remote setting back to VCR1, display the
PREFERENCESmenu, press 1, and then press VCR1 on your
compatible remote.
Auto Play
This feature allows theVCR to automatically start playing when
you insert a tape with the safety tab removed. Press 2 to switch
between ON or OFE
Select ON if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to
start playing automatically when the tape is inserted.
Select OFF if you do notwant a tape with its safety tab
removed to start playing automatically.
EnergySaver
By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of
inactivity. Press 3 to change the time delay, or to disable the
feature.
• OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off.
• 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00:The VCR turns off after one, two, or three
hours of inactivity.
Thirty seconds before shutting off, the VCR will warn you with a
screen reading, "The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. Press any
key to cancel:'
If you use the VCR's tuner instead of yourTV to tune channels,
you may want to turn this feature off.
TV/VCR Button
Pressing TVoVCR on the remote
will still switch between the VCR
andTV mode.
VCR mode: VCR indicator in the
display panel lights.
TV mode:VCR indicator turns off.
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Tape Speed
You can select a preferred tape speed for recording.The speed
you select appears in the timer and VCR Plus+ recording menus.
The default factory setting is SLR Press 4 to switch between SP
and SLP.
When making a recording, you can override the preferred tape
speed.
•Press the SPEED button on the remote.
• Set the tape speed in the timer orVCR Plus+ recording
menu.
When you turn off the VCR, the tape speed reverts to the one
you have selected.
Tape Speeds
SP (Standard Play)
Gives the best quality recording, but
fewer programs can be recorded on
the tape.
LP (Long Play)
YourVCR is capable of playing back
tapes recorded in LRYou cannot
record in the LP speed.
SLP (Super Long Play)
Gives three times the recording time
of tapes recorded in SR Special
effects such as pause, slow motion,
picture search, and frame advance
work well when you play back tapes
recorded in this speed.
Cassette
T-120
T-160
Recording Time
SP SLP
2Hr 6Hr
2Hr 8Hr
40Min
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