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- Page 2 WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE To reduce risk of fire or RiSK O F EL_CTmC SHOCK PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. shock hazard, do not DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates "dangerous expose this product to...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
First Things First ............. Use the QuickSet Guide for initial Setup ....... Setting ............Using Menus to Set Up Features ........Language Selection ........... Cable Box Setup ............VCR Channels List ............ Auto Channel Search ......... Changing the Signal Type ......... Adding or Removing Channels... - Page 4 Program Remote ........... About Programming the Remote ......... Programming the Remote to Control a TV .... Operating the TV ............Other Features ............... Picture Search Options ..........Forward and Reverse Search ........Slow Motion ............. Frame Advance ............Index Search ............
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Page 5: First Things First
Welcome to your new VCR... FIRST THINGS FIRST 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 feature first time you turn... - Page 6 Step l: What's In the Box? The following items come packed in the box: 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: Remove the cover...
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Page 7: Use The Quickset Guide For Initial Setup
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 ANT. IN and OUT TO TV jacks with RF coaxial cable,... - Page 8 if the menu does not appear: Make sure the TV is tuned to the same channel as the CH3 CH4 switch or its video!nput (see "How to Find Your TV's Video Input Channel" in the References section of this manual for more information).
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Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr
Additional Setup Features Below is a list 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 setup, but if you ever want to change a menu, refer SETTING... -
Page 10: Using Menus To Set Up Features
Using Menus to Set Up Features You can set up your VCR's features by using the remote control's buttons to enter your choices from on-screen instructions. Each menu item is explained in this section. For each numbered selection on the menus, use the same numbered... -
Page 11: Cable Box Setup
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. -
Page 12: Vcr Channels List
Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that the VCR will receive all signals on the designated channel. CABLE SETUP Cable Setup complete. will control cable channel during timer recordings. Press MENU continue VCR Channels List If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary. -
Page 13: Changing The Signal Type
Detect Automatically makes this determination without assistance. AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH scanning channel Press cancel The VCR scans for available channels which 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... -
Page 14: Time And Date
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 is turned off. Auto Clock is advantageous because... -
Page 15: Setting Daylight-Saving Time
TIME ZONE What your Time Zone? Eastern Central Mountain Pacific Alaska Hawaii Press MENU continue Select the correct time zone. If "Automatic" is selected as the time zone, the VCR sets the clock using the first Coordinated Universal ]]me information it finds in a broadcast signal. - Page 16 MAIN MENU Plus+ Timer Recordings "_-- Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit Press 3 to display the TIME menu. TIME Auto Clock Set: Time Zone Daylight Savings Time Data found channel Exit Press 1 to display the SET TIME AND DATE menu.
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Page 17: Vcr Plus+ System Channels
VCR Plus+ ® System Channels Two-Digit Plus+ System Channel Numbers Using the VCR Plus+ system makes programming timer Cable TV (Canadian List) recordings for cable or bff-air antenna easier, but you American Movie Classics have to put in a little time right now to set up a channel... -
Page 18: Vcr Plus+ System Worksheet
VCR Plus+ System Worksheet Channel Number Broadcastor VCRPlus+ You Receivethe Two-Digit Plus+ System Cable-TVStation Name Channet Number** Station On* Channel Numbers Cable TV (Canadian List) ESPN Allarcom Pay Television/ Superchannel Arts & Entertainment Cable News Network- Headline News Cable News Network Canadian Home... -
Page 19: Additional Set-Up Features
Repeat Exit Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up. Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option If you own a compatible GE, RCA, or PROSCAN remote that has a VCR2, VCR2,LD, or VCR2.DVD button, this feature allows... -
Page 20: Auto Play
The VCR will only respond to the compatible remote's VCR2, VCR2°LD, or VCR2°DVD button. If you change remote setting to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer control Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to VCRI. -
Page 21: Energysaver
EnergySaver PREFERENCES ii[l_lilel m_Walllilel_TIm=ml Auto Pray: By default, this VCR automatically turns off after two hours Auto TV/VCR: of inactivity. In the PREFERENCES menu, press 4 to EnergySaver: 2:00 Front PaneL: AUTO change the time delay, or to disable the feature. Tape Speed: Auto... - Page 22 The Set Auto Repeat dialog box will ask for a loop end time to be specified: AUTO REPEAT Length time want tape play repeating Loop Loop from 0:00 -:-- (h:mm) Press MENU exit The CLEAR key will erase all three numbers entered and move...
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Page 23: Vcr Basics
Learn the Basics To Get You Started ¥ These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording program should do just that. This section shows you the basics of using your... -
Page 24: Remote Buttons
The remote control is capable of controlling your VCR and many brands of televisions. If you have a GE, RCA or PROSCAN TV, you may be able to control it without ON.OFF having to program the remote. Component Buttons REVERSE... -
Page 25: Tv Function Buttons
Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel The TV buttons may not control all in the TV's channel memory. features of all models of GE, RCA, or CLEAR Removes menus or status displays from the screen. PROSCAN TVs. -
Page 26: Playing A Tape
MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level. Numbers (0 through Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 -- appears on the screen. Then press the other numbers. -
Page 27: Recording
Automatic Rewind The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR (ON-OFF on remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding. Tape Eject Press STOP.EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote for a few seconds) -
Page 29: Recording
Several Recording Options Now that you've gone through the necessary steps ¥ to operate your VCR, it's time to explain the different recording features available to suit your needs including: Recording (explained VCR Basics section) Express Recording Timer Recording Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ system... -
Page 30: Recording Features
Recording Features There are four ways to record programs: Recording press RECORD to start recording program. (See VCR Basics section.) Express Recording (XPR) starts recording program you are watching. You can then set the VCR to automatically stop recording after a designated period of time. -
Page 31: Timer Recording
Timer Recording You can set up as many as eight timer recording programs. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ minim m • Time Channels Setup Preferences Audio Language Exit Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. -
Page 32: Timer Recording With Vcr Plus+ System
The data includes the channel number (press INPUT select the line input), start time, and end time (including AM or PM). The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. The date and/or speed can be changed when flashing. - Page 33 PLUS+ Enter PlusCode Number (from listing) Press MENU cancel Enter the PlusCode ® programming number shown VCR Plus+ System Recording your local television guide. Clock must be set correctly. PLUS+ insert a tape with the safety tab in place and enough tape to record the Enter PLusCode Number...
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Page 34: Stopping A Timer Recording
Stopping a Timer Recording To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even express recording): Press and hold the STOP button for three seconds. Reviewing and Clearing Programs To review programs that you have already set up: Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed... -
Page 35: Recording Audio Only
Use the SPEED button on the remote to select recording speed. The tape speed indicator appears the TV screen. Select the channel (or line input) to be recorded. Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature select the type of audio you want to record. -
Page 36: Copying And Editing Tapes
Using Two VCRs For Copying Editing Tapes Use one VCR as the playback VCRand the other as the recording VCR. Connect the VCRs using the diagram at the right. Turn on both VCRs and the connected Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or... -
Page 37: Program The Remote
Control Your Television The remote can be programmed to control a television. It is programmed to control a GE, RCA, or PROSCAN TV. Other manufacturer's brands need to be programmed. PROGRAM THE REMOTE... -
Page 38: About Programming The Remote
TVs. It is already programmed operate most GE, RCA, and PROSCAN televisions. / ©_t.OF F Programming the Remote Control a TV If the TV does not turn on when you press the TV button, the remote needs to be programmed. - Page 39 RCA ....04,05, 06,11, 13, 50, 51 Fisher ......19, 20, 21, 22 Realistic ..06, 08, 11, 12, 17, 21, 49 GE ....04, 06, 11, 14, 23, 24, 46 Sampo ........06, 11, 12 Goldstar ..05, 06, 08, 11, 12, 13, 25 Samsung .05, 06, 08, 09, 11, 12, 13, 52...
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Page 41: Other Features
Features to Enhance VCR Operation Picture Search Options Commercial Scan Tracking Pro-Tect Plus Locking Time Counter ¥ On-Screen Displays Audio Reception Audio Playback OTHER FEATURES ¥ i It III II It II_.[OH... -
Page 42: Picture Search Options
Picture Search Options The most basic way to search during playback is using FORWARD or REVERSE button on the remote control. This section contains several other options available searching a tape. Forward and Reverse Search You can search a tape during playback. -
Page 43: Index Search
Index Search The VCR has a "VHS Index Search System" that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you start a recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks or by scanning. -
Page 44: Commercial Scan (Search Button)
Press CLEAR to reset the counter to 0:00:00. ZERO SEARCH Current tape counter Continue playing the tape. 2:17:25 Press STOP. Press 0:00:00 Press SEARCH on the remote twice to display ZERO SEARCH menu. Press SEARCH exit ZERO SEARCH Press REVERSE to return to 0:00:00 on the tape. -
Page 45: Time Counter
To Lock While a Timer Recording is in Progress: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote approximately six seconds. To Unlock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds. Time Counter 0:30:00 HOURS---/// The time counter shows... -
Page 46: Audio Setup Features
Audio Setup Features The audio setup features enhance your tape playback recordings. The features in this section are accessed through the AUDIO menu and are shown in the displays below. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU Plus+ Timer Recordings... -
Page 47: Tape Playback
Tape Playback The VCR records the same audio on both Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on a separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Press 2 to switch between Tape Playback:... -
Page 49: Connections
Things to Know Before Connecting Components Protect Your Components from Power Surges Connect all components before plugging power cords into the wall outlet. Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables. Position Cables Correctly to Avoid Audio or Interference... -
Page 50: Connecting Your Vcr
Connecting Your VCR Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR. Jacks and Cables RFJacks and Coaxial Cables (F-type) The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound quality, and must be used if audio/video connections not available for your RF Jack These jacks... -
Page 51: Choosing A Vcr Connection
Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, you have a cable box to see this service, whether some the cable channels are scrambled, and so on. Three connections are described... -
Page 52: Tv With Rfjack Only
TV with RFJack Only This connection assumes: You are connecting antenna, cable, or cable system. Your television has only an RF input jack. This connection provides: Mono sound playback from VCR. Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). -
Page 53: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks
TV with Audio/Video Jacks This connection assumes: You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable system. Your television has audio/video jacks. This connection provides: Stereo sound playback from VCR. Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). -
Page 54: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks And Cable Box To Unscramble Pay Channels Only
TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only This connection assumes: You are using a cable box only to unscramble premium channels. Your TV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: Stereo sound playback from VCB. Recording a scrambled or unscrambled... -
Page 55: Reference
Detailed Help and Information This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit's controls and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section this Appendix, which might help to resolve some those simple problems. -
Page 56: Front Panel
Front Panel Remote Senso, CHANNEL TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR's channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. Press both together to re-center tracking. Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture forward... -
Page 57: Display Panel
Display Panel Id '-. 3 1-I TIMER REClndicator(REC) Lights up and replaces the time display when the VCR is recording. • me, Channel Number, Line Input Indicator (L1 or L2), Tape Speed Indicator, or Status Indicator Channel Number or Line Input Indicator Thechannel... -
Page 58: Back Panel
Back Panel @OOTOOOT GATV LrNE I AUXI_ CH3 CH4 switch Selects the VCR signal channel. This is the channel the TV must tune to in order to see the VCR's images. Necessary if connecting the VCR using one of the basic hookups. AUDIO (L and R) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another... -
Page 59: How To Find Your Tv's Video Input Channel
TVs varies for different brands different models. Below are some steps to try: If your TV brand is GE, RCA, or PROSCAN, press the TV button on the remote control that came with VCR. Then press the INPUT button on the remote. -
Page 60: Troubleshooting Tips
Troubleshooting Tips No power Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet. Check to make sure your connections are correct. VCR does not respond to remote Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote. - Page 61 Will not record or play Check to make sure there is a tape in the VCR. Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette. Check to make sure the tape is not broken. Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.
- Page 62 Internal clock shows incorrect time or date Power interruption. Make sure cable box or VCR is tuned to channel carrying the XDS information. Check to make sure the clock is set accurately (check AM/PM date). Check Daylight-Saving setting. The clock may have adjusted daylight-saving time.
- Page 63 No stereo sound during playback Check to make sure the Tape Playback feature is set to HI-FI to hear stereo sound during playback. The tape you are paying must be recorded in Hi-Fi in order to use the HI-FI feature. Must use the AUDIONIDEO jacks on the back of the VCR to hear stereo sound.
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Page 64: Specifications
Specifications Format: Video: 4-head Record/Playback System: Audio: Stereo record/playback system EIA standard: NTSC color Video Signal System: Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming frequency synthesis... -
Page 65: Limited Warranty
What we will do: Pay any Authorized GE VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR. Pay any Authorized GE VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required repair your VCR. - Page 66 Channels adding/removing Accessories detecting automatically included VCR list ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS screen CHANNELS menu 9, 10, 11, 15, 30 Adding/removing channels Choosing a VCR connection ANT. IN and OUT TO TVjacks 4, 5, 6, 48, 56 Cleaning the VCR 62 Audio CLEAR button 22, 23, 31, 32, 41, 42, 43 playing...
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Page 67: Index
Picture search options PLAY button 23, 24, 40, 43, 50, 51, 52 GO BACK button 22, 23 PLAY.PAUSE button 24, 54 Playing a tape Plugging in the VCR 4 Included accessories POWER button 5, 25, 54 Index search Power surges INFObutton 22, 23, 41, 43 PREFERENCES menu... - Page 68 Remote VCR1/VCR2 option SP (tape speed) 19, 25 Removing/adding channels Specifications REV button 24, 54 SPEED button 23, 25, 28, 31, 33 REVERSE button 23, 40, 42 Status indicators Review Existing Progs. screen BYE 55 Reviewing programs EJEC (Eject) Rewind, automatic FF 55 HI 55...
- Page 69 TV button 5, 22, 36, 57 TV codes Zero search TV function buttons TV, programrning the remote to control TVoVCR button 23, 32, 50, 51, 52, 54, 55 TV's video input channel VCR back panel VCR button 5, 22 VCRchannel list VCR, cleaning VCR display...
- Page 72 If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest Service center from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.