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Important Information
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voltage" inside the product that
presents a risk of electric shock or
personal injury.
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instructions accompanying the
product.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose
this VCR to rain or moisture.
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug
to wide slot, fully insert.
MISE EN GARDE: Pour _viter les chocs _lectriques, introduire
la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de
la prise et pousser jusqt_ au fond.
Cautions
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.
Operate VCR only on 120 volts, 60 Hz AC power (normal house power).
For safety reasons, make sure any equipment or accessories connected 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
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.
Product Registration
Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately.
Returning this 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 VCR.
Model No. VR534
Serial No.
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Table of Contents
Important Information
Warnings, Cautions, Notc _o _ ,_L)i_'I _ 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 Only Pay Channels
Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
Setting Up the VCR
StartupCheck Accessories With VCR, Insert Batteriesin'_Re_6te,
Turn on TV, Turn on VCR, Place Channels in VCR's Memory __
Add or Erase Channels from VCR's Memory, : ,_-
Use TV/VCR Button, Set the Time and Date
2
3
4
5
6
7
Using the Remote Control
Controlling a VCR
Controlling a TV
Buttons
Component Buttons
VCR Function Buttons
TV Function Buttons
9
9
10
10-11
11
Playing a Tape Operating Instructions
Using the Playback Features
Pause for Stop-Action, Slow Motion, Picture Search
Time Counter, Memory-Stop Feature
Frame Advance, Commercial Scan,
Automatic Tracking, Manual Tracking
Recording a Program
Types of Recordings
Recording Speeds
Recording Pause
Basic Recording - Operating Instructions
Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording
Recording While You're Away
Cable Box Setup
VCR Plus+ Recording
Timer Recording
Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings
Express Recording.
Additional Recording Information
Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
12
13
14
15
References
16
16
16
16
16
17
18-19
20
20
21
21
22
Specifications
Cleaning the VCR
Location of Controls
Front Panel
Back Panel
Display Panel
Trouble Checks
Limited Warranty
Index
23
23
24
25
25
26-27
28
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Choosing a Hookup
lhe hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup Dpc>.
Basic (A) and Advanced (B).
The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable
connection. It is the easiest of the two and additional accessories may 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 as well as convenience of operation.
Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.
1. 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.
G. Cable System - Go to question 2.
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.
G. Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime,
Cinemax, etc. - Turn to page 5.
*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.
Optional Hookups
How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?
A. Select a hookup by answering questions 1and 2above.
13. Then modify the connections as shown on page 6.
2

Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box
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
TVNCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
4. Turn to page 7 for "Setting Up the VCR."
Back of VCR
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El Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation - use of'TVNGR button not
required.
1. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV.
3. Turn to page 7 for "Setting Up the VCR."
You will tune the TV to its video input to watch
the VCR.
From Antenna
or Cable
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Cable System W rth Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels
Position Cable Box
Position a remote-controllable cable box on
top of the VCR as shown. Be sure not to
block any of the VCR's ventilation holes.
AI 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
TVNCR button to watch the VCR.
2. Connect as shown. \:
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
4. Turn to page 7 for "Setting Up the VCR."
El Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation - use of TV/VCR button not
required.
1.
2,
Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
3. Turn to page 7for"Setting Up the VCR."
You will tune the TV to its video input to watch
the VCR.
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4

Cable System W dh Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels
(such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.)
Position Cable Box
Position a remote-controllable cable box on
top of the VCR as shown. Be sure not to
block any of the VCR's ventilation holes.
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 tothis channel and use the
TV/VCRbutton to watch the VCR.
2.
3,
Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and
cable box.
4. Turn to page 7 for "Setting Up the VCR."
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VCR Signals ...
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to,
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Antenna UHF
Backof TV
B. Advanced hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved
picture quality and more convenient
operation- use of TV/VCR 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.
3. Turn to page 7 for "Setting Up the VCR."
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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Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
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 the recording VCR to this channel
to receive the signal from the playback VCR.
3. Connect as shown.
This connection may require additional
accessories not provided.
4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
5. Turn to page 7 for "Setting Up the VCR."
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it as previously selected on
%pages 3, 4, or 5.
Option B Hookup.
Use this hookup for slightly improved copy
quality and more convenient operation - use
of TV/VCR button not required.
1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5
and then modify with this connection.
2. Connect as shown.
This connection requires additional accessories
not provided.
3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.
4. Turn to page 7 for "Setting Up the VCR."
You will select the LINE (audio/video) input on
the recording VCR to receive the signal from
the playback VCR.
Caution: The unauthorized recording of
television programs and other materials
may infringe the rights of others.
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Playback VCR (only)
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Recording VCR
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Startup
1. Check accessories with VCR.
Contact your dealer if ally items are missing.
Remote
(Stock No. 218393) 2"AA" Batteries RF Coaxial Cable
(Stock No. 207417)
2. Insert batteries in remote.
3. Turn on the TV.
A.
B
Turn on the TV.
If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the _ 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. (See TV's owner's manual for details.)
4. Turn on the VCR.
A. Press VCR1 (VCR2) on the remote.
5. Place channels in the VCR's memory (AutoProgram).
Channels 2 through 13 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
AutoProgram the VCR.
A. Press VCR1 (VCR2) to set remote to control VCR.
B. Press VCR+ PROG on the remote to see the menu on the TV screen.
If the menu does not appear on the TV screen:
• Make sure TV is tuned to same channel as CH3 CH4 switch on
VCR or the TV's video input (refer to TV's manual).
• Press VCR1 (VCR2), and then press VCR+ PROG.
• If you use a basic hookup, check _ indicator in display
panel - it should be on. Press TVNGR to turn it on.
• Check the connections.
C. When menu appears, press 5 to select VCR SET UP.
D. Select ANTENNA or CATV by pressing 1.
• Select CAI-V if you connected a cable-TV system.
• Select ANT. if you connected a home-antenna system.
E. Press 2 to begin AUTO PROGRAM.
Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This takes about
one to two minutes. The TV will tune to the lowest number found.
TO SELECT MODE
PUSH NUMBER SHOWN
I VCR PLUS PROGRAM
2TIMER PROGRAM
3PROGRAM REVIEW
4 CLOCK SET
5 VCR SET UP
PUSH NUMBER TO CHANGE
IANTENNA/CATV (CATV)
2 AUTO PROGRAM
3ADD/ERASE CHANNEL
4CABLE BOX SET UP
5VCR PLUS CH LIST
6REMOTE (VCR1)
TO END PUSH PROGRAM
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Startup
6. Add or erase channels from the VCR's memory.
You may want to add or erase channels if some of the channels are not
active, have weak signals, or you do not want to watch them.
A. PressVCR1 (VCR2).
B. Press VCR+ PROG on the remote to seethe menu on the TV screen.
C. Press 5 to display VCR SET UP menu.
D. Press3 to display ADD/ERASE CHANNEL menu.
E. Follow the directions on the screen.
F. Add or erase more channels by entering channel numbers or using
CHANNEL up or down.
7. Use TV/VCR button.
Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.
When using one of the basic hookups, the TV/VCR button lets you switch
between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture from the TV
channel. This button allows you to record a program on the VCR while
watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 16.
A. Press VCR1 (VCR2) to set the remote to control the VCR.
B. Press TV/VCR to see the picture from the VCR.
The _ indicator lights in the display panel.
C. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR.
The channel number changes on the TV screen and in the display
panel.
D. Press TV/VCR to see the TV channels.
The _ indicator does not light in the display panel. Change
channels using the TV's remote.
E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel - OH3 or CH4.
F. Press VCR1 (VCR2}, then TV/VCR to switch back to the picture
from the VCR.
TO SELECT RODE
PUSH NUMBER SHOWN
1VCR PLUS PROGRAM
2 TIMER PROGRAM
3PROGRAM REVIEW
4CLOCK SET
5 VCR SET UP
PUSH NUMBER TO CHANGE
1 ANTENNA/CATV (CATV)
2 AUTO PROGRAM
3 ABD/ERASE CHANNEL
CH 14
ADD/ERASE CHANNEL
SELECT CHANNEL THEN
PUSH PLAY TO ADD OR
PUSH STOP TO ERASE
TO END PUSH PROGRAM
8. Set the time and date.
When you first turn on the VCR, --:-- appears in the clock area in the
VCR's display panel.
VCR Display Panel
A. Press VCR+ PROG on remote to see the menu on the TV.
B. Press 4 to select CLOCK SET.
C. Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the remote.
• Press 0 before single-digit numbers.
Example: press 0, then 5, then 0, then 7for a time of 5:07.
• Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries.
D. Press VCR+ PROG to start the clock and display the time in the VCR's
display panel.
TO SELECT MODE
PUSH NUMBER SHOWN
1VCR PLUS PROGRAM
2 TIMER PROGRAM
3 PROGRAM REVIEW
4 CLOCK SET
CLOCK SET
TIME_7-.--
MONTH/DAY/YEAR
DATE --/--/--
TO END PUSH PROGRAM
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Controlling a VCR
The VCR's remote controls two compatible RCA VCR_
with the VGR1and VGR2 buttons. Most RCA VCRs
automatically respond to VGRJ without being
programmed. If you own two RCA VCRs, test them
to see if VGR1 turns on both VCRs. If it does, then
program the REMOTE feature on this VCR to respond
to VCR2.
Helpful Hint: Notice the difference k
between the TV and VCR on-screen,
displays. This is one way to tell if the,
remote is set to control !he VCR or the TV.
Program the VCR for remote control
Set the REMOTE 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.
A. Press VCR+ PROG.
B. Press 5 to select VCR SET UP.
C. Press 6 to select either the VGR1 or VCR2 position.
D. Press the corresponding VCR1 or VCR2 button for the position
you selected to set the remote to control the VCR.
TO 'SELECT MODE
PUSH NUMBER SHOUN
1VCR PLUS PROGRAM
2 TIMER PROGRAM
3PROGRAM REVIEW
4 CLOCK SET
5 VCR SET UP
PUSH NUMBER TO CHANGE
1 ANTENNA/CATV (CATV)
2 AUTO PROGRAM
3ADD/ERASE CHANNEL
4CABLE BOX SET UP
5 VCR PLUS CH LIST
6 REMOTE (VCRI)
TO END PUSH PROGRA_
Controlling a TV
The VCR's remote is preprogrammed 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, use the remote button at the right that
corresponds to your brand. Not all models are
compatible.
Program the remote for a TV
A. Turn on the TV.
B. Point the VCR remote at the TV.
C. Hold the "IV button and press the remote
button for your brand. If the TV changes
channels, setup is complete.
D. Release both buttons.
E. Repeat steps B - D with another button if
the first one does not work.
Brand
Admiral
Akai
AOC
Centuricc-_
Coronado
Curtis Mathes
Daytron
Emerson
Fisher
GE"
Goldstar
Hitachi
JCPenny
JVC
KMC
KTV
MGA
Magnavox
Marantz
Mitsubishi
NEC
Remote
Bu_on
1,6,9
6
6
9
8
1,9
9
6,8
5
1
6,8
0,8
6,9
(100)
Remote
Brand Buffon
Panasonic (Oh Up)
Philco 6,8
Philips 4
Portland 8
Prism (CH Up)
ProScan 1
Quasar (CH Up)
RCA 1
Sampo 9
Samsung 8,9
Scott 9
Sears 1,5,7
Sharp 8,(PREVCH)
Signature 20006,9
8Sony
6,8 Sylvania
9Teknika
4,8,9 Toshiba
6,(CH Dn) Yorx
6,(CH Dn) Zenith
6,9
3
4,9
4,8
7
9
2
Operate the TV
After you have set up your remote to control your TV,
test the TV buttons to see which ones operate your TV.
A. Point the remote at the TV and press TV.
B. If TV does not turn on in step A, press "IVand then OFF/POWER.
G. Use the "TV Function Buttons" as described on page 11.
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Buttons
Component Buttons
Press one of the buttons to set the remote to operate that component.
VCR1
Turns on a compatible RCA VCR
and sets remote to control the
VCR.
VCR2
Turns on a compatible RCA VCR
and sets remote to control the
VCR when it has been setup.
See page 9.
TV
Turns on a compatible RCA TV
and sets the remote to control
the TV.
Used with OFF/POWER button
to turn on another brand of TV,
other than RCA, when the remote
is programmed to control that
TV. See page 9.
VCR Function Buttons
Press VCR1 (VCR2) to set remote to control the VCR to use the
function buttons.
OFF/POWER
Turns off VCR when remote is set
to control the VCR.
TV/VCR
Switches the picture signal so
that it either comes from the VCR
or the TV channel. See page 8.
PLAY
Plays a tape.
REW (Rewind)
Rewinds the tape when the VCR
is stopped.
Searches the picture in reverse
motion during playback.
F.FWD (Fast Forward)
Fast forwards the tape when the
VCR is stopped.
Searches the picture in forward
motion during playback.
STOP
Stops the normal functions such
as record, playback, rewind, fast
forward, and pause of the VCR.
RECORD
Starts VCR recording.
PAUSE
Pauses action for viewing during
playback.
Pauses recording to prevent
recording of unwanted scenes.
F.ADV/CS (Frame Advance
/Commercial Scan)
Lets you view one frame with
each press of the button when
tape is in stop-action pause.
Lets you advance tape 60 or 120
seconds during playback.
CHANNEL A/v
Selects next higher or lower
channel in the VCR's channel
memory.
Numbers (0 through 9&lO0)
Select a channel up to 99 by
pressing two numbers
Select a cable channel over 99 by
pressing 100 and then two
numbers, or press and hold 1
until 1-- appears _n the screen.
Then press the other two
numbers.
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VCR Function Buttons
(continued)
DISPLAY
Shows VCR operating displays on
the TV screen.
Displays the time counter.
Turns on memory-stop feature.
CLEAR
Resets the time counter to
0:00:00.
Allows you to change entries
when setting the clock or VCR for
aVCR Plus+ or timer recording.
VGR+ PROG
Displays the main or VGR PLUS
menu on the TV screen.
Removes a menu from the screen.
T.SPEED (Tape Speed)
Selects a recording speed
(SP, LP, SLP).
EDIT
Signals two properly connected
VCRs to begin copying a tape.
See page 22.
SLOW/SPEED Air
Used for slow-motion playback.
TRACKING A/v
Lets you manually reduce the
streaks that may appear on the
picture during play, slow, or
pause.
Reduces picture "jitter" during
stop-action playback.
TV Function Buttons
Press the TV button to set remote to control acompatible TV. Some buttons may not work with the TV.
OFF/POWER
Turns off an RCA TV when
remote is set to control TV.
Used with TV button to turn a
compatible TV on or off when the
remote is programmed to control
that TV. See page 9.
VOLUME A/T
Raises and lowers sound.
PREVCH (Previous Channel)
Switches between two channels.
Select one channel and then select
another. Press PREVCHto
switch between the two channels.
CHANNEL A/v
Selects next higher or lower
•channel in the TV's channel,
memory when remote is set to
control a TV.
MUTE
Turns the TV sound on or off.
Numbers (0 through 9&100)
Select achannel up to 99 by
pressing two numbers.
Select a cable channel over 99 by
pressing 100 and then two
numbers for compatible TVs.
DISPLAY
Shows the status displays on the
screen
Removes menus or displays from
the screen.
CLEAR
Removes menus or status
displays from the screen.
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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 see the
picture from the VCR.
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.
VCR automatically turns on. The cassette-in K_ and E¥cRJindicators light.
Tape automatically begins playback if the safety tab on the cassette has been
removed.
Safety Tab
3. Press PLAY, if necessary.
Playback indicator • appears in the VCR's display panel.
4. If necessary, press TRACKING up or down on the remote to remove any streaks
from the picture. Details are on page 15.
5.
6.
7.
Press STOP/EJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote.
Press REWIND on VCR or REW on the remote control.
The VCR will automatically rewind the tape if it reaches the end of the tape
during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR or
OFF/POWER on the remote and the VCR will turn off after rewinding.
Press STOP/EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound.
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STOP/EJECT

Using the Playback Features
Pause for Stop-Action
This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine tile details of the scene. Stop-
action works best for tapes recorded in the SP and SLP speeds.
1. Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action.
The I! and P" indicators appear in the VCR's display panel.
2. Press TRACKING • or •to reduce any jittering of the picture.
3. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback.
The VCR will automatically switch from stop-action pause to stop after a few
minutes.
Slow-Motion
You can view the picture in slow motion during play or play-pause. SLOW/SPEED • and
• allow you to change the speed. Sound is turned off during slow-motion playback. Slow
motion works best in the SP and SLP speeds.
1. Press SLOW/SPEED • to increase the speed or •to decrease the speed.
2. Use TRACKING • or • 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 SP or SLP speed.
Fast Forward Search
1. Press F._ND to search forward at a faster-than-normal
speed.
2. Press F.ffWD or PLAY to return to playback.
Rewind Search
Use REWIND on the VCR or REW on the remote
instead of F.FWD for the same steps in "Fast Forward
Search."
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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
pre-recorded tape.
It helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped.
The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from the VCR.
Minutes Seconds
°urs l
0:30:00 . _-- M appears here if
memory-stop feature
isturned on.
TV Screen
For example, if a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the tape, you would:
1. Insert the pre-recorded 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.
This is the end of the program and you can begin recording at this spot.
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.
5. Press DISPLAY twice to remove the time counter from the screen.
Memory-Stop Feature
Tile memory-stop feature allows you to quickly return to a counter reading of 0:00:00 M at
any spot on the tape. This is especially convenient when you want to watch a Segment of the
tape several times.
Using the Time Counter's Memory-Stop Feature
1. Insert apre-recorded tape.
2. Press DISPLAY three times to turn on the memory-stop feature.
An M appears with the time counter to let you know the memory-stop
feature is turned on.
3. Press PLAY or F.FWD to advance to the spot on the tape where you
want to return to quickly.
4. Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00 M.
5. Continue playing the tape.
6. Press STOP and then REW or F.FVVDwhen you want to return to
the spot you selected on the tape.
The VCR searches for the spot and stops at the counter reading
of 0:00:00 M. During fast forwarding, the tape advances to
the end of the tape and switches to rewind searching for
0:00:00 M.
7. Press DISPLAY to turn off memory-stop feature.
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Using the Playback Features
Frame Advance (F.ADV/CS Button)
Frame Advance lets you view one stop-action frame after another. Frame adw_E_¢c works
best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speeds.
1. Press PAUSE to stop the action.
2. Press F.ADWCS each time you want to view a frame of the scene.
3. Press PAUSE (or PLAY) to resume normal playback.
Commercial Scan (F.ADV/CS Button)
This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments.
1. Press F.ADV/CS once during playback to advance
the tape approximately 60 seconds.
2. Press F.ADWCS twice during playback to advance the tape approximately 120
seconds.
Automatic Tracking
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the ptcture When playing bahl<'d6pe _; _;
recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted.
Manual Tracking
Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on atape recoi"ded on
different VCR or camcorder. The TRACKING buttons on the remote are used
when playing a tape. They have no effect during recording.
When streaks or snow appear, press TRACKING up or down for the best
possible picture.
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Types of Recordings
Your VCR provides different types of recording.
These types are explained in the following sections:
Basic Recording - Operating Instructions
Recording While You're Away
VCR Plus+ Recording
Timer Recording
Express Recording
Using Two VCRs for Copying Tapes
Recording Speeds
_SLP
Recording Speed
SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. That is why most pre-recorded, rental tapes
are recorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. Special effects such as pause,
slow-motion, picture search and frame advance work well in this speed.
LP (Long Play) gives twice the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. Special effects in playback
are not recommended in LP.
SLP (Super Long Play) gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. Special effects
such as pause, slow-motion, picture search and frame advance work well in this speed.
Recording Pause
This feature allows you to prevent recording short passages of unwanted material.
Press PAUSE during recording to stop and start recording.
_c] and I! appear in the VCR's display panel.
The VCR will automatically switch from pause to stop after a few minutes.
Basic Recording - operatingInstructions
To make a recording
Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV's video input channel.
1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.
The cassette-in indicator _ lights in the VCR's display panel.
2. Press VCR1 (VCR2) to set remote to control VCR.
8. If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the rive_R1indicator appears in the VCR's display
panel. If not, press TV/VGR to turn it on.
4. Select a recording speed using T.SPEED.
The tape speed indicator appears in the VCR's display panel and on the TV screen.
5. Select the channel to be recorded. If recording from the AUDIO/VIDEO IN jacks, press INPUT
on the VCR to select L1 to record from back jacks or L2 to record from front jacks.
The channel number or VIDEO1 (VIDEO2) appears on the TV screen.
6. Press REOORD.XPR on the VCR or RECORD on the remote to begin recording.
indicator appears in the VCR's display panel.
Watch a TV channel while VCR is recording a different channel
1. Follow steps 1 - 6 above.
2. If using one of the basic hookups, press W/VGR to switch to the TV channel.
The [_{g]indicator will turn off in the VCR's display panel.
3. Press'IV to set the remote to control TV functions for a compatible TV.
4. Select the channel you want to watch with the TV's channel buttons.
5. Press STOP/EJECT on VCR or STOP on remote when recording is finished.
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Recording While You're Away (Cable Box Set Up)
CABLE BOX SET UP tells the VCR how to record programs from the cable box. If your cable box can be
controlled by a remote, the VCR may be able to tune it to the channel you want to record during VCR Plus+
and timer recordings. Position the remote-controllable cable box on top of the VCR as shown on page 4 or 5.
1. Turn.on your cable box and tune it to channel 02.
2. Press VCR+ PROG, then 5, then 4, to display the CABLE BOX SET UP
menu on the TV screen.
6.
7.
3. Cable box not used for all channels: Press 1on the remote. You are
finished with CABLE BOX SET UP.
Cable box used for all channels: Press 2 on the remote.
4. Enter the output channel of your cable box by pressing a number on the
remote. For example, press 3for channel 3.
5. Press VCR+ PROG to enter the output channel of your cable box. YOUR
VCR WILL NOW RECEIVE ALL CHANNELS FROM THE CABLE BOX
message will appear on the TV screen showing the output channel.
Press VCR+ PROG to display the GABLE BOX TYPE message on the TV
screen.
8.
9.
Cable box not controlled with remote: Press VCR+ PROG. You are
finished with GABLE BOX SET UP.
Cable box controlled with remote: Enter your cable box type from the
chart below by pressing two numbers.
Press VCR+ PROG to enter your cable box type. The VCR will change the
cable box from channel 02 to channel 09 when you enter the correct code
for your cable box.
Cable Box tuned to channel 9: Press number 2on the remote. You are
finished with cable box set up. Complete "VCR Plus+ Set Up" on the next
page. The VCR will then tune the cable box to the correct channel during
VCR Plus+ and timer recordings.
Cable box did not tune to channel 9: Press number 1on ihe 'remote and
enter a different code from the chart. If these codes do not work:
•Try repositioning the cable box on top of the VCR and reentering the
codes.
•Try entering all code numbers (00 -52). Press CLEAR on remote to
change incorrect entries.
If none of the codes work, press VCR+ PROG to quit. The VCR will not
control your cable box. Turn on the cable box and leave it tuned to the
channel you want to record some time before the recording is to begin.
TO SELECT MODE
PUSH NUMBER SHOWN
1 VCR PLUS PROGRAM
2 TIMER PROGRAM
3PROGRAM REVIEW
4 CLOCK SET
5VCR SET UP
PUSH NUMBER TO CHANGE
1 ANTENNA/CATV (CATV)
2 AUTO PROGRAM
3 ADD/ERASE CHANNEL
4CABLE BOX SET UP
IS A CABLE BOX BEING
USED WITH THE VCR
FOR ALL CHANNELS?
1NO
2YES
TURN ON CABLE BOX
AND TUNE IT TO CH 02
ENTER OUTPUT CHANNEL
OF THE CABLE BOX
YOUR VCR WILL NOW
RECEIVE ALL CHANNELS
FROM THE CABLE BOX
OUTPUT ON CHANNEL 03
ENTER CABLE BOX TYPE
FROM LIST IN OWNER'S
MANUAL
,L__
zi,,,
DID CABLE BOX TUNE TO
CH 09?
1NO
2 YES
TO END PUSH PROGRAM
Brand Code Number(s)
Anvision .................................. 07,08
Cablestar .................................. 07,08
Eagle ......................................... 07,08
Eastern International .................. 02
General Instrument .........................
.................... 04,05,15,23,24,25,30,36
Hamlin .......................... 12,13, 34,48
Hitachi .................................... 37, 43
Jerrold ...............................................
.....04,05,15,23,24,25,30,36,45,46,47
Macom ..................................... 37,43
Magnavox ........................................
.......... 07,08,19,26,28,29,32,33,40,41
Brand Code Number(s)
NSC ............................................... 09
Oak ...................................... 01,16,38
Oak Sigma .......... i......................... 16
Panasonic ........................... 03,27,39
Philips ...............................................
.......... 07,08,19,26,28,29,32,33,40,41
Pioneer ................................ 18,20,44
Randtek ................................... 07,08
RCA .......................................... 00,27
Regal ........................................ 12,13
Regency ...... ;............................ 02,33
Samsung ....................................... 44
Brand Code Number(s)
Scientific Atlanta ............... 03,22,35
Sylvania ........................................ 11
Teknika ......................................... 06
Texscan .................................... 10,11
Tocom ............................ 17,21,49,50
Unika .................................. 31,32,41
Universal ................................. 51,52
Viewstar ...........................................
.......... 07,08,19,26,28,29,32,33,40,41
Warner Amex .............................. 44
Zenith ....................................... 14,42
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Recording While You're Away (VCR Plus+ Recording)
VCR Plus+* system lets you record a program by entering a PlusCode* number from your TV listing.
Because each area has different cable-TV and broadcasting systems, some setup may be required before
using VCR Plus+ for the first time. If you have a cable box, first complete "Cable Box Set Up" on page 17.
VCR Plus+ Set Up for Antenna System, Cable System Requiring
No Cable Box, or Cable Box That VCR Can Control
A VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned for each broadcast or cable channel.
These numbers are listed in most publications that list PlusCode numbers.
1. Prepare a worksheet for the VCR Plus+ channels that are different than
the channels you receive them on. Refer to the chart below for
standardized VCR Plus+ channel numbers.
Broadcast or Cable-TV IVCR Plus+
Station Name IChannel Number
HBO
E_ _ _ 34 .
ABC ,_t_ See Note2
FOX _ See Note2 : . ............
Note 1: Check your local or cable listing for thechannel number you receivethis station on.
Note 2: Check your local listing for the VCR Plus+channelnumberassigned to this station.
Channel Number You
Receive This Station On
See Note 1
See Note 1
See Note 1
See Note 1
2. Press VCR+ PROG on the remote to display the
menu on the TV screen.
3. Press 5 to display VCR SET UP menu.
4. Press 5 to display VCR PLUS GH LIST menu.
5. Using your worksheet, press two numbers to enter
each channel number you receive on a different
channel than the assigned VCR Plus+ channel
number.
If a channel in your area has been assigned more
than one VCR Plus+ channel number, enter that
same channel number next to each VCR Plus+
channel number.
Press CHANNEL up or down to move the
VCR+ CH numbers up or down on the menu.
Press CLEAR to erase a number.
6. Press VCR+ PROG when you are finished.
]
TO SELECT MODE /
PUSH NUMBER SHOWN
1 VCR PLUS PROGRAM
2 TIMER PROGRAM
3PROGRAM REVIEW
4 CLOCK SET
5 VCR SET UP
PUSH NUMBER TO CHANGE
1&NTENNAICATV (CATV)
2AUTO PROGRAM
3 ADD/ERASE CHANNEL
4CABLE BOX SET UP
5 VCR PLUS CH LIST
VCR PLUS CH LIST
VCR+ CH CABLE CH
01 _ --
02 --
PUSH CH UP OR CH DN
TO END PUSH PROGRAM
(ANT.)
(ANT. CH)
Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TV
U.S.A. List Canadian List
46 Lifetime
58 The Movie Channel
35 American Movie Classics 48 Music Television
39 Arts & Entertainment 49 The Nashville Network
57 Black Entertainment 38 Nickelodeon
54 Bravo 64 The Nostalgia Channel
42 Cable News Network 99 Quality Value Cable
45 Cinemax 41 Showtime
98 Cinemax 2 97 Showtime 2
37 The Discovery Channel 59 Sports Channel
53 The Disney Channel 52 Turner Network Television
63 Entertainment Television 44 USA Network
34 ESPN Sports Network 62 Video Hits 1
47 The Family Channel 93 Viewer's Choice 1
33 Home Box Office 94 Viewer's Choice 2
95 Home Box Office 2 55 WGN Chicago
96 Home Box Office 3 43 WTBS Atlanta
51 The Learning Channel 60 WWOR New York
67 AllarcomPay Television/b%perchannel
44 Arts & Entertainment
72 Cable News Network-Headline News
90 House of Commons
61 Cable News Network
70 Canadian Home ShoppingNetwork
56 Canal Famille
69 CathayInternationalTelevision Inc
68 Chinavision Canada Corp
60 Country Music Television
63 Family Channel
62 First Choice
96 First Choice Two
97 First Choice Three
91 La Chaine Francaise
51 The Learning Channel
65 MeteoMedia/Fhe Wcather Network
48 MuchMusic Network
55 MusiquePlus
52 Nashville Network
73 Newsworld/CBC
53 Le Reseau des Sports
43 The Sports Network
64 Super Ecran
98 Super Ecran C
66 Telatino Network Inc
46 TV5 Montreal
92 Viewer's Choice 1
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, Canadalnc
*VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.
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