GE VG4270 User manual

WARNING
To reduce risk of fire or
shock hazard, do not
expose this product to
rain or moisture.
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE
PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL. This symbol indicates "dangerous
_hlL This symbol indicates _voltage" inside the product that
important instructions _presents a risk of electric shock or
accompanying the product, personal injury.
Cautions Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, match the wide blade of plug to
wide slot, fully insert.
Attention: Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire la lame la plus large
de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqe au fond.
Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product
for its proper operating voltage.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this
equipment may void the user's authority to operate it.
Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article
820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical
Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular,
specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of
the building as 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 dust your
VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes.
Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various
solvents. Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture polishes since the materials
used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust. Anonabrasive, antistatic
cleaner/polisher isrecommended.
Product Registration
Please 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 model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the
product.
Model No.
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:

Product Registration ...................................................... i
Safety information ......................................................... i
First Things First ............................................................. 3
Using the QuickSet Guide ............................................... 5
Setting Up the VCR ....................................................... 7
Using On-screen Menus to Set Up Features ................. 8
Language Selection .................................................... 8
Cable Box Setup ......................................................... 9
VCR Channels List .................................................... 10
Auto Channel Search ........................................... 10
To Change the Signal Type ................................. 12
Adding or Removing Channels ........................... 12
"13me and Date ........................................................... 12
Auto Clock Set Feature ........................................ 13
Setting the Time Zone ................................... 13
Setting Daylight-Saving Time ....................... 14
Setting Time and Date Manually ........................ 14
Additional Set-Up Features ..................................... 15
Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option ................................. 16
Auto Play .............................................................. 16
Auto TV/VCR ......................................................... 17
EnergySaver ......................................................... 17
Front Panel Brightness (VCR Display) ................ 17
VCR Basics ....................................................................... 19
Remote Buttons ............................................................. 20
Component Buttons ................................................. 20
TV Function Buttons ................................................. 21
Playing a Tape ................................................................ 22
Automatic Rewind .................................................... 22
Tape Eject .................................................................. 23
Recording ....................................................................... 23
Check the Safety Tab ................................................ 23
Recording ......................................................................... 25
Recording Features ....................................................... 26
Express Recording (XPR) ......................................... 26
Timer Recording ....................................................... 27
Stopping a Timer Recording ............................... 28
Reviewing and Clearing Programs ..................... 28
Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP
Second Audio Program) ....................................... 29
Recording Audio Only ......................................... 29
Playing Back Audio Only ............................... 30
Copying and Editing Tapes ........................................... 30
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Other Features ............................................................... 31
Picture Search Options ................................................. 32
Forward and Reverse Search .................................. 32
Slow Motion ............................................................. 32
Frame Advance ......................................................... 32
Index Search ............................................................. 33
Zero Search ............................................................... 33
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) ....................... 34
Tracking .......................................................................... 34
Pro-Tect Plus TM Locking Feature ................................... 35
Time Counter ................................................................. 35
On-Screen Displays ....................................................... 36
Audio Setup Features .................................................... 36
Reception .................................................................. 37
Tape Playback ........................................................... 37
Connections .................................................................... 39
Connecting Your VCR .................................................... 40
Jacks and Cables ...................................................... 40
RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) ................. 40
Audio/Video Jacks and Cables (RCA-type) ........ 40
Choosing a VCR Connection ................................... 41
Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections .... 41
Don't Forget About the Auto TV/VCR Feature ........ 41
TVwith RF Jack Only ........................................... 42
TV with Audio/Video Jacks .................................. 43
TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to
Unscramble Pay Channels Only ...................... 44
Reference ......................................................................... 45
Front Panel ..................................................................... 46
Display Panel ................................................................. 47
Back Panel ...................................................................... 48
How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel ............... 49
Troubleshooting 13ps ..................................................... 50
Specifications ................................................................. 54
Cleaning the VCR ........................................................... 54
Limited Warranty ........................................................... 55
Index ............................................................................... 56
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Welcome to Your New VCR...
To help you get started using your VCR with
as little reading as possible, we've put all the basic
information needed in the first three sections.
To help you along, there's even a QuickSet Guide
which walks you through several setup steps at once.
Getting Started
Before this first step, though, learning about
the time and date, your remote control's features,
working with channels, and basic video tape
operations are essential to get all you can out
of the VCR. Once you are comfortable with these
features, feel free to refer to other sections because
they cover the more detailed information.
What Remains?
The final sections of this manual contain
playback and recording information, a detailed
connections section, and a reference section including
troubleshooting tips, warranty information, and an
index.
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Step 1: What's in the Box?
The following items come packed in the box:
•VCR
•Remote control
• RF coaxial cable
Step 2: Install Batteries in the
Remote Control
Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change
the batteries in your VCR's remote.
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2.
Remove the cover of the battery compartment.
Place the batteries into the remote's back panel. Match
the positive (+) and negative (-) ends of each battery to
the diagram inside the battery compartment.
3. Replace the cover.
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Step 3: Connect the VCR
If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable
system and then to your TV, use the VCR's IN (FROM ANT.)
and OUT (TO TV) jacks for a good signal as shown to the
right.
If you have a TV with AUDIONIDEO jacks, use the jacks for
a better connection. Refer to the Connections section in
this manual for additional connection options.
Step 4: Plug in the VCR
Your VCR's power cord has a plastic band strung through
the blades. Remove plastic band before plugging the
cord into the power outlet. To remove band, cut with a
pair of scissors and pull it free of the blades. Once the
plastic is removed, match the wide blade of the power cord
to the wide slot in the AC outlet. Be sure to insert the plug
completely.
CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA"ST _
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Step 5: Tune the TV
Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing
channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV's video input.
If you connect your VCR using the IN (FROM ANT.) and
OUT (TO TV) jacks with RF coaxial cable, set the 3 CH 4
switch to channel 3 or channel 4 -- the channel you
want to use on your TV.
If you connect your VCR using the AUDIONIDEO jacks
with audio/video cables, select the TV's video input with
the remote's TV and INPUT buttons to see the signal.
See, "How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel" in
the References section, for more information about
video line input.
Step 6: Turn on the VCR
Press POWER on the VCR's front panel or VCR on the
remote to turn on the VCR. The first time you turn the VCR
on, a menu screen appears. This is the start of a QuickSet
Guide which helps you pick different options for your VCR.
Step 7: Using the QuickSet Guide
The QuickSet Guide is an automated procedure that helps
set up the VCR. The first time you turn on the VCR, the first
screen of the Guide appears:
Select a Language.
Seleccione un idioma.
ChoJ$issez une langue.
1 English
2EspafioL
3Francais
1. Press 1 for English, 2 for Espafiol (Spanish), or 3 for
Fran_ais (French).
The remaining menus throughout the set up will appear in
the chosen language. Just follow the step-by-step
procedure until setup is complete.
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AIV LINE OUTIIN Jack5 3 CH4 Switch
When using the IN (FROM ANT.) and
OUT (TO TV) jacks to connect your
VCR, tune your TV to channel 3 or 4.
The 3 CH 4 switch on the back of the
VCR determines which TV channel
is used to see the VCR s output.
When using the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks
to connect your VCR, tune your TV to
the TVs video input channel with the
TV and INPUT buttons on your
remote control. For more information
about video line input, see How to
Find the 7V sVideo Input Channel in
the References section of this
manual.
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If the menu does not appear:
• Make sure the TV is tuned to the same channel as the 3
CH 4 switch or its video input (see "How to Find Your
TV's Video Input Channel" in the References section of
this manual for more information about video input).
• Make sure the VCR indicator is on in the VCR display if
you connected your VCR using the IN (FROM ANT.) and
OUT (TO TV) jacks.
• Check your connections.
If you choose to set up your VCR options individually, then
go to the next section.
Step 8: Access the Menus
The MENU and number buttons on the remote let you access,
select, and change your VCR's preferences. For example, to
select a different preferred on-screen language than the one
selected during the initial set up, do the following:
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
ITimer Recordings
2Time
3 Channels
4 Setup
5 Preferences
6 Audio
7 Language
0Exit
2. Press 7 to display the LANGUAGE menu.
LANGUAGE
Select alanguage,
1>English
2Espafiol
3Fran_ais
Press MENU to continue
3. Press 1 for English, 2 for Espafiol (Spanish), or 3 for
Fran(;ais (French).
All other on-screen menus are worked within similar ways
using the remote control to follow on-screen instructions.
See Additional Set-Up Features in the next section for
detailed information about accessing menus.
QuickSet Guide
To manually accessthe QuickSet
Guide, display the VCR MAIN MENU
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Additional Setup Features
Below is alist of features that need to be set up
before using your VCR for the first time. Many
of these menus are covered during the initial set
up, but if you ever want to change a menu, refer
to this section.
Language
Cable Box Set Up
VCR Channels List
(Auto Channel Search)
Auto Clock (also sets time zone and
Daylight-Saving 13me)
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Using On-screen Menus to Set Up
Features
The VCR's features can be turned on or off by using its remote
control's buttons to enter numbered choices of on-screen menus.
Each menu item is explained in this section.
To chose a menu selection, press the same numbered button on
the remote control. This will activate the selection. Also notice as
you move through the menus that pressing the remote's MENU
button will often take you to the previous menu screen.
Language Selection
If you did not complete this step in the previous section using the
QuickSet Guide, it istime to select your preferred language.
Once this step is complete, all on-screen displays will appear in
that language.
1. On your remote control, press the MENU button to
display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
I Timer Recordings
2 Time
3 Channels
4Setup
S Preferences
6 Audio
7Language
0 Exit
2. Press 7 to select the LANGUAGE menu.
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LANGUAGE
SeLect a Language.
1>English
2Espa_ol
3 Frangais
Press MENU to continue
Press 1 for English, 2 for Espafiol (Spanish), or 3 for
Fran(;ais (French). An pointed indicator highlights the
selection made. Once you have made your choice, press
MENU on the remote to continue back to the VCR
MAIN MENU.
QuickSet Guide
To manually accessthe QuickSet
Guide, display the VCR MAIN MENU
and then select the Setup feature by
pressing 4.
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Is Something Missing?
Not all the VCR screens will always
be shown in this manual when
explaining the features.
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Cable Box Setup
This set up applies only when all channels are received through
a cable box. In this case, the VCR will automatically enter the
channel used to view cable box programming. Your VCR will
use this channel for all future timer recordings.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR RAIN MENU
1 Timer Recordings
2Time
3 Channels
4Setup
5 Preferences
6 Audio
7 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Signal Type: CABLE
4Cable Box Setup
0Exit
3. Press 4 to display CABLE BOX SETUR Then select
one of the three choices.
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CABLE BOX SETUP
Do you use your cable
box to receive ALL
channels or only SORE
channels?
1ALL channels
2Only SOME channels
3Cancel setup
If "ALL Channels" is selected, enter the output channel
of the cable box (usually 03 or 04), or if Audio/Video
(A/V) jacks connect the VCR to the TV, press the INPUT
button on the VCR's remote control.
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Choosing the Right Setup for a
Cable Box
If you use your cable box to receive:
ALL channels- enter two numbers for
the output channel of your cable box
or press INPUT if you connect your
cable box with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks.
Only SOME channels- choose this
option if you only use the cable box
to unscramble premium channels.
Cancel setup will take you to a screen
stating your VCR will not control the
cable box channel during timer
recordings.
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CABLE BOX SETUP
On what channel does
the VER receive signals
from the cable box?
(usuaLly 3, 4, or Video)
Enter 01-13 or INPUT
Press MENU to cancel
CABLE BOX SETUP
On what channel does
the VCR receive signaLs
from the cable box?
(usuaLLy 3, 4 or video)
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Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to continue
5. once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that
the VCR will now receive all signals on the designated
channel.
CABLE BOX SETUP
The VCR will now
receive aLl signals
from the cable box
on channel 04.
Press MENU to continue
VCR Channels List
If 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,
but you may want to add or delete some channels depending
on whether they are active.
Auto Channel Search
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1Timer Recordings
2 Time
] Channels
4Setup
5Preferences
6Audio
7 Language
0Exit
2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
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CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2Add/Remove Channels
3Signal Type: CABLE
4 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
2Antenna
3>Detect Automatically
0 Cancel
4. Select one of the three AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
options, your choice will be marked with an arrow
symbol at the left:
Cable TVsearches for cable stations from a single
channel
Antenna searches for local broadcast stations on all
channels
•Detect Automatically will make this decision for you
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH
Now scanning channel 14
Press any key to cancel
The VCR begins scanning for available channels--this takes about
one-to two minutes. When the scan is complete, the VCR tunes
to the lowest channel number available. At this point, pressing
CHAN up or down on the remote control or VCR should only
select the active channels.
Auto Channel Search |
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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.
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.
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To Change the Signal Type
1. Press MENUto display the VCRMAINMENU.
2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
3. Press 3 to change the Signal Type between CABLE and
ANTENNA.
Adding or Removing 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.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu.
3. Press 2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen.
Use CHAN 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 INEO to add
Press MENU to exit
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to finish this set up.
Time and Date
The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto
Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the
VCR to update the clock each time the VCR isturned off. The
Auto Clock is advantageous because it updates the time for you
automatically.
Before you set the time and date, set the Auto DST (Daylight-
Saving Time) feature to ON or OFF for your area.
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VCR MAIN MENU
Timer Recordings
Time
Channels
CHANNELS
1 Auto Channel Search
2 Add/Remove Channels
3Signal Type: CABLE
4 Cable Box Setup
0Exit
Selecting Channels
The Channel up and down buttons
access those channels active in your
VCR channel list.
You can still accesschannels not in
the channel list by using the number
buttons on the remote.

Auto Clock Set Feature
The Auto Clock Set feature is set to ON at the factory. In the ON
setting, the VCR looks for a channel carrying XDS (Extended Data
Services) information. XDS updates the clock using a Coordinated
Universal Time standard. There are certain steps that are required,
such as Auto Channel Search, setting the Time Zone and Daylight
Saving feature before the Auto Clock feature works.
Setting the Time Zone
1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN
MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1Timer Recordings
ZTime
3 ChanneLs
4Setup
S Preferences
6 Audio
7Language
0 Exit
2. Press 2 to display TIME menu.
TIME
I Set Time and Date
2Auto CLock Set: ON
3Set Time Zone
4 Set DayLight Savings
XOS Time Data was
found on channel 20.
0Exit
3. Press 3 again to display the SET TIME ZONE menu.
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SET TIME ZONE
What is your Time Zone?
1 Eastern
2 Central
3Mountain
4 Pacific
5 ALaska
6Hawaii
7>Automatic
Press MENU to continue
Select your time zone.
If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR sets
the clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time
information it finds. If the time is not correct, select
another time zone or set the time and date through the
menu system.
Auto Clock Information
With a cable box, the VCR will not
reset the clock after a power outage
unless the cable box isturned on to
the channel carrying the XDS signal.
If AUTO CLOCK SET isunsuccessful,
try tuning the VCR (or cable box) to a
channel carrying the broadcast
information (usually PBS), then turn
the VCR off. If the time does not set
within ten minutes, set the time and
date manually through the menu.
Check your local cable system or TV
stations for availability of channels
with XDS.
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Setting Daylight-Saving Time
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
2. Press 2 to display the TIME menu.
3. Press 4 to display the SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS menu.
SET DAYLIGHT SAVINGS
Does your area observe
Daylight Savings Time
from April to October?
I Yes, DST is observed
2 No
3>Automatic
Press MENU to continue
4. Select one of the options.
•DST stands for daylight-saving time.
• If you chose Automatic, the VCR sets the clock using the
DST information broadcast in the signal (channel).
VCR MAIN MENU
Timer Recordings
Time
Channels
TIME
1 Set Time and Date
2 Auto Clock Set: ON
SSet Time Zone
4Set Daylight Savings
XDS Time Data was
found on channel 20.
O Exit
Setting Time and Date Manually
If the Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful, set the clock through the
menu option. The Auto Clock Set feature isset to OFF
automatically when you set the clock this way.
1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
1Timer Recordings
2Time
3 ChanneLs
4Setup
5 Preferences
6 Audio
7 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 2 to display the TIME menu.
TIME
1Set Time and Date
2Auto Clock Set: ON
3Set Time Zone
ASet Daylight Savings
XDS Time Dat8 was
not found
OExit
3. Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.
Spring Forward; Fall Back
In the Spring, daylight-saving time
begins on the first Sunday in April.
Because the clock automatically
changes from 2 a.m. to 3 a.m.
(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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SET TIME AND DATE
Time --:--
(hh:mm)
Date --/--/--
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Press MENU to cancel
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 6115/00 Thursday
Press CLEAR to correct
Press MENU to set
Time/Date Display 1
Pressing INFO on the remote displays
the time and date on the screen.
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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 display the VCR MAIN MENU.
VCR MAIN MENU
ITimer Recordings
2 Time
3 Charmers
4Setup
5 Preferences
6 Audio
7 Language
0 Exit
2. Press 5 to display the PREFERENCES menu.
PREFERENCES
IRemote Control: VCR1
2AUtO Play: ON
3Auto TV/VCR: ON
4 EnergySaver: 2:00
5 Front Panel: AUTO
6 Tape Speed : $LP
7Set Auto Repeat
0Exit
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up.
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Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option
if you own a compatible GE, RCA, or PROSCAN remote that has a
VCR2, VCR2eLD, or VCR2.DVD 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 VCR2.DVD button to change.
PREFERENCES
(PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE)
2 Auto Play: ON
3Auto TV/VCR: ON
4 EnergySaver: 2:00
5Front Panel: AUTO
6 Tape Speed : SLP
7 Set Auto Repeat
0 Exit
PREFERENCES
1 Remote Control: VCR2
2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
4 EnergySaver: 2:00
5Front Panel: AUTO
6Tape Speed : SLP
7Set Auto Repeat
0 Exit
PREFERENCES
I Remote Control: VCRI
2 Auto Play: ON
3 Auto TV/VCR: ON
4 EnergySaver: 2:00
5 Front Panel: AUTO
6 Tape Speed : GLP
7 Set Auto Repeat
0 Exit
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The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote's VCR2,
VCR2.LD, or VCR2.DVD button. If you change the remote setting
to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer
control it.
Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to
VCR1. Display the PREFERENCESmenu, press 1, and then press
VCR on the VCR's remote.
Auto Play
This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when
you insert a tape with the safety tab removed. Press 2 to switch
between ON or OFF.
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 not want a tape with its safety tab
removed to start playing automatically.
Remote Control Option
Changing the remote option to VCR2
disables the remote that came with
your VCR.
Auto Play
For a tape to be able to start playing
automatically, it must have the safety
tab removed. All rented movies and
purchased movies should have this
tab removed.
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Auto TV/VCR
This feature controls whether the TVNCR switch changes
automatically to the VCR mode. Press 3 to switch between ON
and OFF.
Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to the VCR
mode when the VCR is turned on or a cassette is
inserted. This only applies if you connect the IN (FROM
ANT.) and OUT (TO TV) jacks of your VCR to your TV
and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV.
Select OFF if you want the VCR to remain in the TV
mode. This is useful if you watch your VCR on the TV's
video input and you don't want your antenna/cable
signal interrupted by the VCR. Refer to the Connections
section, toward the back of the manual.
Ener Saver
By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours of
inactivity. Press 4 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 your TV to tune channels,
you may want to turn this feature off.
Auto TV/VCR
Pressing TV•VCR will still switch
between the VCR and TV mode.
VCR mode: VCR indicator in the
display panel lights.
TV mode: VCR indicator turns off.
Front Panel Brightness (VCR Display)
You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent display
panel on the front of the VCR. Press 5 to switch between the
options.
• AUTO brightens the display when the VCR is on and
dims the display when the VCR is off.
• BRIGHT keeps the display bright..
• DIM keeps the display at a low brightness level.
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Preferred Tape Speed
You can set the preferred tape speed between Standard Play (SP)
and Super Long Play (SLP). In the PREFERENCESmenu, press 6 to
switch between the options.
•SP sets the preferred recording speed to SP.
• SLP sets the preferred recording speed to SLR
Set Auto Repeat
Atape can be set to play the same segment over and over
in a repeating loop with the Set Auto Repeat feature. Set
Auto Repeat uses the VCR's memory counter to determine
the duration of the loop.
The Set Auto Repeat dialog box will ask for a loop end
time to be specified:
AUTO REPEAT
Set the Length of time
you want the tape to
play in a repeating loop
Loop from 0:00 to -:--
(h:mm)
Press CLEAR to turn off
Press MENU to exit
• The CLEAR key will erase all three numbers entered and
move the cursor back to the first position (hours).
• The "Press CLEAR to turn off"message will appear only
after the first number has been entered into the end
time.
• Auto Repeat is set back to-:-- by resetting the dialog
box, by cassette ejecting or insertion, by powering off
the VCR, by power interruption, or by recording start.
When a duration time has been set:
• The VCR will automaticalltswitch torewind if thecounter
meets or goes past the Auto Repeat set duration.
• The VCR willautomaticallyswitch toplayback during
rewind if the counter equlas or is less than 0:00.
• The Auto Repeat may be adjusted by setting the counter
to 00:00. This can be done by pressing the CLEAR
button while the tape counter is on screen or on the
front panel display.
• The counter willnot reset while rewinding in an Auto
Repeat loop.
Tape Speeds
SP(Standard Play)
Gives the best quality recording, but
fewer programs can be recorded on
the tape. Special effects such as
pause, slow motion, picture search,
and frame advance work best when
you play back tapes recorded in
this°speed.
SLP(Super Long Play)
Gives approximately three times the
recording time of tapes recorded in
SP.Special effects such as pause, slow
motion, picture search, and frame
advance work well when you play
back tapes recorded in this speed.
Approximate Recording Times:
Cassette SP SLP
T-120 2 Hr 6 Hr
T-160 2 Hr/40 Min 8 Hr
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