RCA VR332 User manual

USER’S
GUIDE
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important Information
WARNING
To reduce the risk of
fire or shock hazard, do
not expose this VCR 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.
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voltage” insidetheproduct that instructions accompanyingthe
presentsariskof electricshockor product.
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Cautions
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert.
ATTENTION: Pour &iter les chocs r%ectriques,introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans
la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqfi au fond.
Do not defeat the safety feature of the plug. The wide blade fits into the wall socket only one way.
If you need an extension cord, make sure it matches the plug of the VCR.
For U.S.A. - Operate VCR only on 120volts, 60Hz AC power (normal house power).
For safety reasons, make sure any equipment or accessoriesconnected to this product bears the UL
listing mark, or if purchased and used in Canada, the CSA certification mark. If in doubt, contact
qualified service personnel.
FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the
user’s authority to operate it.
Note To Cable TV Installer ;.f
This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code Y
(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 asclose to-the point of cable en& aspractical.
Product Registration
Pleasefill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning this card
allows us to ccintactyou if needed.
Keep your salesreceipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase.
Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in caseyou need them. The numbers
are located on the back of the VCR.
Model No. VR332
Serial No.
Purchase Date:
Dealer/Address/Phone:
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Table of Contents
Important Information
Warnings, Cautions, Note to Cable TV Installer, and Product Registration- i
Hooking Up the VCR
Choosing a Hookup
Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels
Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
Setting Up the VCR
Startup
Check Accessorieswith VCR
Insert Batteries in Remote
Turn on the TV and VCR
PlaceChannels in the VCR’s Memory
Add or Remove Channels from the VCR’s Memory
Use lV*VCR Button
Setthe Time and Date
Using the Remote Control
Component, VCR, and TV Buttons 10-11
Controlling a VCR 12
Controlling a TV 13
Playing a Tape
Recording
Operating Instructions
Using the Playback Features
Auto Play Feature
Pausefor Stop Action
Slow Motion
Picture Search
DISPLAY Button
Frame Advance
Automatic and Manual Tracking
Time Counter
Pro-tect PlusTMLocking Feature
Commercial Scan
Time Search
Go-To Search
a Program
Types of Recordings
BasicRecording - Operating Instructions
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel
Recording Speeds
Recording Pause
Express Recording (XPR)
Recording While You’re Away
Selecta Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Viewing Channel
VCR Plus+ Setup and Recording
Timer Recording
Checking or Clearing a VCR Plus+ or Timer Recording
Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input
Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes
References
14
15
15
15
15
16
16
16
17
17
17
18
18
19
19
19
20
20
21
22
23-24
25
26
26
27
Location of Controls
Front Panel
Back and Display Panel
Trouble Checks
Specifications
Cleaning the VCR
Limited Warranty
Index
28
29
30-31
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34-36 1

Choosing a Hookup
The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic(A) and Advanced (B).
The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of
the two and additional accessoriesmay not be needed.
The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a monitor/receiver (TV with audio and video jacks)
using a signal splitter. This connection may improve the picture quality aswell asconvenience of
operation.
Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.
1.
2.
Optional Hookups
How do you receive your TV signals?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Outside antenna -Turn to page 3.
B. Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna - Turn to page 3.
C. Cable System - Go to question 2.
What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?
Choose one answer from below.
A. Cable without a box - Turn to page 3.
B. Cable box to unscramble all the channels - Turn to page 4.
C. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such asI-IBO, Showtime,
Cinemax, etc. - Turn to page 5.
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.
How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?
A. Selecta hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.
B. Then modify the connections as shown on page 6.
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AntennaorCableSystemWithoutaCable6ox
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
TVWCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect asshown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation - use of TVWCR button not
required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
You will tune the TV to its video input to watch
the VCR.
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cable System With Cable Box to UnscramMe All Channels
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
TVWCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, W, and
cable box.
B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation - use of TVWCR button not
required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, W, and
cable box.
You will tune the TV to its video input to watch
the VCR.
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cable System With Cable Box t0 UnsCramble Pay channels
(such as HBO, Siiowfime, Pay-per-view etc.1
A. Basic hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR
to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune the TV to this channel and use the
TV*VCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect asshown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
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B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation - use of TVWCR button not
required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
You will tune the TV to its video input to watch
the VCR. All pay channels are viewed through
the VCR.
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ConnectingTboVCRsforCopyingThpes
Option A hookup.
Use this hookup for a simple connection
which requires fewer accessories.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
and then modify with this connection.
2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback
VCR to either channel 3 or 4.
You will tune therecordingVCRto thischannel
to receivethe signalfrom theplaybackVCR.
3. Connect as shown.
Thisconnectionmayrequire additional
accessoriesnot provided.
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
Option B hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy
quality and more convenient operation -
use of TM/CR button not required.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
and then modify with this connection.
2. Connect as shown.
Thisconnectionrequiresadditional accessories
not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
Youwill selecttheline (audio/video) input on
the recordingVCRto receivethesignalfrom
the playbackVCR.
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
television programs and other materials
may infringe the rights of others.
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or Cabls Box
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Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
pages 3,4, or 5.
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Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
pages 3,4, or 5.

Startup
1. Check accessories with VCR.
Contact your dealer if any items are missing.
2 “AA” Batteries
RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 207417)
2. Insert batteries in remote.
3. Tbrn on the TV.
A. Turn on the TV.
B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the
CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV’s video input.
(SeeTV owner’s manual for details.)
4. TWn on the VCR.
A. Press VCR1 on the remote.
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Startup
5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory.
Channels 2 through 13 including line input (VIDEO IN) are in the
VCR’s memory when you first turn it on. Pressing CHANNEL up or
down stops on these channels. To get additional channels available
on your antenna or cable system, you must use the Auto-Search
Channels feature of the VCR. If you ever change cable or antenna
signals, you may need to Auto-Search channels again.
A. PressVCR1 to setremote to control VCR.
B. PressMENWPROG on the remote to seethe VCR MAIN MENU
on the TV screen. If the menu does not appear on the TV screen:
l Make sure TV istuned to same channel as CH3 CH4
switch on VCR or the TV’s video input (refer to TV’s
manual).
l PressVCR1 and then press MENbPROG.
l If you use a basichookup, check VCR indicator in display
panel - it should be on. PressTVWCR to turn it on.
l Check the connections.
C. Press4 to selectCHANNEL SETUP.
D. Press1 to begin Auto-Search Channels.
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This takes about
one to two minutes. The TV will then tune to the lowest channel
found. Pressing CHANNEL up or down will selectonly the
active channels.
The VCR automatically selectsANTENNA or CABLE of the
Tuning Mode feature in the CHANNEL SETUP menu. If you
need to change the setting manually, press 3.
6. Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory.
You may want to add or remove channels if some of the channels are
not active, have weak signals, or you do not want to watch them.
A. PressVCR1.
B. PressMENU*PROG on the remote to seethe VCR MAIN MENU
on the TV screen.
C. Press4 to display the CHANNEL SETUPmenu.
D. Press2 to display the ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL menu.
E. Follow the directions on the screen. .
F. Add or remove more channels by entering channel numbers or
using CHANNEL up and down buttons.
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
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CHANNEL SETUP
1 Auto-Search Channels
2 Add/Remove Channels
3 Tuning Mode: ANTENNA
4 Sat./Cable Box Setup
0 Exit to Main Menu
CHANNEL SETUP
Auto-Search Channels
2 Add/Remove Channels
ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL
CH 03
is presently ADDED
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Startup
7. Use TVWCR button.
Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.
When using one of the basic hookups, the TVWCR button lets you
switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture
from the TV. This button allows you to record a program on the
VCR while watching another channel on the TV. Details areon page
19.
A. PressVCR1 to set the remote to control the VCR.
B. PressTVWCR to seethe picture from the VCR.
The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.
C. PressCHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR.
The channel number changes on the TV screen.
D. PressTVWCR to seethe TV channels.
The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel. Change
channels using the TV’s remote.
E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel - CH3 or CH4.
F. PressVCR1, then TVWCR to switch back to the picture
from the VCR.
8. Set the time and date.
A. PressMENU*PROG on remote to seeVCR MAIN MENU on the
TV screen.
B. Press6 to display SET VCR CLOCK.
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the
remote.
l Press0 before single-digit numbers.
Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7 for a time
of 507. Press1 for AM or 2 for PM.
l PressCLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.
D. PressMENLbPROG to remove the SETVCR CLOCK menu
from the TV screen and start the clock.
E. Press0 to exit the menu system.
The time and date will appear on the TV screen
whenever you press DISPLAY.
VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR PLUS+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
5 VCR Setup Options
6 Set VCR Clock
1
SET VCR CLOCK
lime Y-:--
(h'h:mm)
Date --/--/--
Press MENU to exit I
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Buttons
OFF
0
Tvwx VCR2
00
PLAY
VOLUME PREV CH CHANNE
MENU CLEAR SPEED EDIT
0000
Component Buttons
Pressone of the buttons to setthe remote to operate that component.
lv VCR2
Turns on a compatible RCA, GE, Turns on a compatible RCA, GE,
or ProScanTV and setsthe or ProScanVCR and setsremote
remote to control the TV. to control the VCR when it has
Seepage13. been setup. Seepage22.
VCR1
Turns on a compatible RCA, GE,
or ProScanVCR and setsremote
to control the VCR.
VCR Function Buttons
PressVCR1 (VCR2)to set remote to control the VCR to use the function
buttons.
CHANNEL A/T
Selectsnext higher or lower
channel in the VCR’s channel
memory.
CLEAR
Resetstime counter to 0:OO:OO.
Allows you to change entries
when setting the clock or VCR for
a VCR Plus+ or timer recording.
DISPLAY
Shows VCR operating displays
on the TV screen.
Displays the time counter.
EDIT
Signals two properly connected
VCRs to begin copying a tape.
Seepage27.
F.ADV (Frame Advance)
Lets you view one frame with
each press of the button when
tape is in stop-action pause.
F.WD (Fast Forward)
Fast forwards the tape when the
VCR is stopped.
Searchesthe picture in forward
motion during playback.
INPUT
Turns the line input (VIDEOIN)
on the TV screenon or off.
Line input refers to the signal
coming from the component
connected to the audio/video
jackson the back of the VCR.
MENU*PROG
Displays the VCR MAIN MENU
on the TV screen.
Removes a menu from the
screen.
Numbers (0 through 9 & 100)
Selecta channel up to 99 by
pressing two numbers.
Selecta cable channel over 99 by
pressing 100 and then two
numbers.
Or, selecta cable channel over 99
by pressing and holding 1 until
1-- appears on the screen. Then
press the other two numbers.
OFF
Turns off VCR when remote is set
control the VCR.
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Buttons
VCR Function Buttons
(continued)
PAUSE
Pausesaction for viewing during
playback
REW (Rewind)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR
is stopped.
pauses recording to prevent Searchesthe picture in reverse
recording of unwanted scenes. motion during playback
PLAY
Plays a tape. SEARCH Displays PIME and GO-TO
SEARCH menus on TV.
PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Switches between two channels.
Selectone channel and then select
another. PressPREVCH to
switch between the two channels.
Advances tape 60 or 120 seconds
during playback.
SLOW A/v
Used for slow-motion playback
REC*XPR
Starts VCR recording.
Used for express recording. See
page21.
SPEED (Tape Speed)
Selectsa recording speed
(SP, LP, SLP).
STOP
Stops the normal functions such
as record, playback, rewind, fast
forward, and pause of the VCR.
TRACKING V/A
Lets you manually reduce the
streaks that may appear on the
picture during play or pause.
Reduces picture “jitter” during
stop-action playback.
lV*VCR
Switches the picture signal so
that it either comes from the VCR
or the TV channel. Seepage9.
TV Function Buttons
Pressthe TVbutton to setremote to control a compatible TV. Some buttons may not work with the TV.
CHANNELlrIr Numbers (0 through 9) PREV CH (Previous Channel)
Selectsnext higher or lower Selecta channel up to 99 by Switches between two channels.
channel in the TV’s channel pressing two numbers. Selectone channel and then select
memory when remote isset to
control a TV. Selecta cable channel over 99 by another. PressPRW CH to
pressing 100 and then two switch between the two channels.
CLEAR numbers. VOLUME A/T
Removes menus or status
displays from the screen. Or, select a cable channel over 99
by pressing and holding 1 until
1-- appears on the screen. Then Raisesand lowers sound of TV.
DISPLAY
Shows the status displays on the
screen.
press the other two numbers.
OFF
Removes menus or displays from
the screen.
Turns off a compatible TV when
remote is set to control TV.
MUTE
Turns the TV sound on or off.
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Controlling a VCR
The VCR’s remote controls two compatible RCA, GE, or ProScanVCRs with the
VCR1 and VCR2 buttons. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to VCR1
without being programmed. If you own two compatible VCRs, test them to seeif
VCR1 turns on both VCRs. If it does, then you may want to program this VCR to
respond to the VCR2 button on the remote.
Program the VCR for remote control
Setthe Remote Control feature of the VCR to the VCR1
or VCR2 position. The remote then controls the VCR
with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button - whichever
position you select in the menu.
1. PressMENU*PROG to display the VCR MAIN
MENU.
2. Press5 to display SETUP OPTIONS.
3. Press2 to activate the Remote Control feature.
4. PressVCR1 or VCR2 to change the setting and
program this VCR to respond to the VCR1 or VCR2
button -whichever you select.
Important Reminder: Remember you must
press VCR1 or VCR2 on the remote -
whichever you selected in the menu -
before the remote will operate this VCR. I
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VCR MAIN MENU
1 VCR PLUS+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
5 VCR Setup Options
SETUP OPTIONS
- 1 VCR Plus+ Setup
2 Remote Control: ;iRl
3 Auto Play:
Press VCR2 to change
SETUP OPTIONS
1 VCR Plus+ Setup
2 Remote Control: iiR2
3 Auto Play:
0 Exit to Main Menu
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Controlling a TV
The VCR’s remote ispreprogrammed to control the basic functions of a compatible
RCA, ProScan,or GE TV. The remote can also be set up to control other
manufacturer’s brands. To program the remote, enter remote code numbers that
correspond to your brand.
Program the remote for a TV
1. Turn on the TV.
2. Point the VCR remote at the TV.
3. Ho1.dthe TVbutton and press two number buttons to enter the code for
your brand. If the TV changes channels when you press CHANNEL up or
down, setup is complete.
4. Releasethe buttons.
5. Repeat steps 2 - 4 with a different code if the first one does not work.
Remote Remote i Remote
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Helpful Hint: Notice the difference
between the TV and VCR on-screen
displays. This is one way to tell if the
remote is set to control the VCR or the TV. I
Operate the TV
After you have set up your remote to control your TV, test the TV buttons
to seewhich ones operate your TV.
1. Point the remote at the TV and press TV.
2. If TV does not turn on in step 1, pressTV and then OFF.
3. Use the “TV Function Buttons“ asdescribed on page 12.
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Operating Instructions
To play a tape
1. Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3,4, or TV’s video input to seethe
picture from the VCR.
2. Insert atape in the VCR.
VCR automatically turns on. The VCR indicator lights. The tape automatically
begins playback if the safety tab on the cassettehas been removed and the Auto
Play feature isturned on.
3. Press PLAY, if necessary.
4. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or CHANNEL*TRACKING up or
down on the VCR to remove any streaks from the picture, if necessary. Details
areon page16.
5. Press STOP on the VCR or remote.
6. Press REW.
The VCR will automatically rewind the tape if it reaches the end of the tape
during playback While rewinding you can press POWER and the VCR will
turn off after rewinding.
7. Press EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound.
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Using the Playback Features
Auto Play Feature
This feature lets you tell the VCR whether you want it to automatically start
playing a tape that is inserted with the safety tab removed.
1. Press MENU*PROG on the remote to seethe VCR MAIN MENU on
the TV screen.
2. Press5 to display the SETUP OPTIONS menu.
3. Press 3 to select Auto Play: ON or OFF.
l Select ON to have a tape with its safety tab removed start
playing automatically.
l Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab removed
to start playing automatically.
Pause for Stop Action
This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of
the scene. Stop action works best for tapes recorded in the SLPspeed.
1.
2.
3.
Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.
Press TRACKING ‘I or A on the remote or CHANNEL*TRACKING
on the VCR to reduce any jittering of the picture.
Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR will automatically switch from stop-action playback to
stop after a few minutes.
Slow Motion
You can view the picture in slow motion during play or play pause.
SLOW A and v allow you to change the speed. Sound is turned off during
slow-motion playback. Slow motion works best in the SLPspeed.
1. Press SLOW A to increase the speed or ‘I to decrease the speed.
2. Use TRACKING A or ‘I on the remote or CHANNELeTRACKING on
the VCR to remove any streaks from the picture.
3. Press PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR will automatically switch from slow-motion playback to
stop after a few minutes.
Picture Search
You can search a picture during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding the
tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. The picture is best for tapes
recorded in the SLPspeed.
Fast Forward Search
1. Press F.FWD to search forward at a faster-than-normal speed.
2. Press F.FWD or PLAY to return to playback.
Rewind Search
Use REW. instead of F.FWD for the same steps in “Fast
Forward Search.”
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VCR MAIN MENU I
1 VCR Plus+ Programming
2 Timer Programming
3 Review Programs
4 Channel Setup
5 VCR Setup Options
SETUP OPTIONS
1 VCR Plus+ Setup
2 Remote Control: ;;Rl
3 Auto Play:
0 Exit to Main Menu I
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Using the Playback Features
DISPLAY Button
1. PressDISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, channel
number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV
screen.
The time and date must be setbefore they are displayed. If you
do not press DISPLAY again, this display will time out.
2. PressDISPLAY again to continually display the time counter on
the TV screen.
3. PressDISPLAY again to remove the time counter from the TV.
4. PressDISPLAY again to return to the normal display mode.
Frame Advance (F.ADV Button)
Frame advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another. Frame
advance works best for tapes recorded in the SLPspeed.
1. PressPAUSE to stop the action.
2. PressF.ADVeach time you want to view a frame of the scene.
3. PressPAUSE or PLAY to resume normal playback.
Automatic Tracking
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing
back a tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on
whenever a tape is inserted or the VCR’s power isturned on.
Manual TLacking
Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded
on a different VCR or camcorder. The TRACKING buttons on the remote or
CHANNEL*TRACKING on the VCR are used when playing a tape. They have
no effect during recording.
When streaks or snow appear during normal or slow-motion playback,
press TRACKING up or down on remote or CHANNEL~TRACKING on VCR
for the best possible picture. During stop-action pause, use the TRACKING
buttons to reduce picture jitter.
STOP CH 05 0:30:00
Status Displays
Time Counter Only
No Displays
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Using the Playback Features
Time Counter
The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play
back a segment of a prerecorded tape. It helps locate the beginning or end of
programs you taped. The time counter resetsto 0:OO:OOwhenever the tape is
ejected from the VCR.
For example, if a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the tape,
you would:
1. Insert the prerecorded tape.
2. Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on the TV
screen.
3. Press F.FWD to fast forward the tape until the time counter reads
0:30:00.
4. Press STOP.
This is the approximate end of the program and you can begin
recording at this spot.
5. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:OO:OO.
6. Press DISPLAY two times to remove the time counter from the
screen and return to the normal display mode.
Pro-Tect PlusTM Locking Feature
To disable the usage of the VCR or protect your timer recordings from any
unwanted changes, lock the VCR. The buttons on the VCR or remote will not
work. Just follow the directions below to lock and unlock the VCR.
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2.
Pressand hold POWER on the VCR for 10 seconds.
The VCR isnow locked and none of the buttons are operational.
Pressand hold VCR1 (or VCR2) on the remote for a few seconds to
unlock the VCR. The buttons on the VCR and remote should be
operational; if not, you may need to extend the amount of time you
hold the VCR1 button.
Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button)
This isuseful for scanning commercials or short program segments.
1. Press SEARCH once during playback to advance
the tape approximately 60 seconds.
2. Press SEAR& twice during playback to advance the tape
approximately 120 seconds.
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Using the Playback Features
Time Search
The VCR will search forward or reverse the amount of time you select from
the location you are on the tape.
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
2. PressSEARCH on the remote twice to display the TIME
SEARCH menu on the TV screen.
3. Pressnumber buttons to enter the amount of time in hours and
minutes you want the VCR to search.
PressCLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
4. PressF.FWD on the VCR or remote to searchforward or REW
to search in reverse.
5. PressSTOP to stop time searching.
Go-To Search
The VCR will search for the time counter reading you selectand
automatically begin playing back the tape.
1. Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP.
2. PressSEARCH on the remote three times to display the
GO-TO SEARCH menu on the TV screen.
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Press FUD or REV
Press SEARCH to exit
3. Pressnumber buttons to enter the hour(s) and minute(s) of the
time counter reading you want the VCR to search.
PressCLEAR on the remote to correct an entry.
4. PressF.FWD to search forward or REWto search in reverse for
the time counter reading you entered.
5. PressSTOP to stop go-to searching.
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