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- Page 2 To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not WARNING remove cover (or back). No user serviceable To reduce the risk of fire or RISK OF ELECTRICSHOCK parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified shock hazard, do not expose DO NOT OPEN service personnel.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
First Things First ..........Setting Up the VCR ..........Using the Menu to Set Up Features ........Language ................. Cable Box Setup ..............VCR Channels List ..............To Auto Channel Search ..........To Change the SignalType ..........To Add or Remove Channels ......... - Page 4 Program the Remote .......... About Programming the Remote ......... Programming the Remote to Control a TV ......Operate the Cable Box or Digital Satellite Receiver ... 32 Other Features ........... Picture Search Options ............Forward and Reverse Search .......... Slow Motion ..............
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Page 5: First Things First
Hi, my name is Roger... FIRST THINGS FIRST and I wrote this User's Guide. It's my job to see that you have a rewarding user manual experience.You'll find that I've arranged this manual to clearly explain all your VCR's features. Read the First Three Sections The first... - Page 6 STEP l: Unpack What's in the Box The following items come packed in the box: • • Remote control • RF antenna cable STEP 2: Install Batteries in the Remote Control Follow these steps whenever you need to install or change the batteries in yourVCR remote.
- Page 7 STEP 5: Tune the TV Tune theTV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing channel is channel 3 or 4 or theTV's video input. • If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors with RF antenna cable, set the 3CH.4 switch to channel 3 or channel 4--the channel you want to use on yourTV.
- Page 8 STEP 8: Access the Menus When you've completed Interactive Setup, try out the VCR's regular on-screen menus.The MENU and number buttons let you access, select, and change menu items. For example, change the Auto Play setting, you would do the following: Press MENU to bring up theVCR MAIN MENU.
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Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr
Set-up Features Below is a list of set-up features that you may want to set up before you begin using yourVCR for the first time: SETTING UP THE • Select a language • Set for use with a cable • Set upVCR channel list (Auto... -
Page 10: Using The Menu To Set Up Features
Using the Menu to Set Up Features You can set up features by using the menu system. Each feature is explained in this section. Language Select your preferred language, and the on-screen displays will appear in that language. Press MENU to display theVCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU Timer... - Page 11 Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Language Exit Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu. CHANNELS Auto Channel Search Add/Remove Channels Signal Type: CABLE Cable Setup Exit Press 4 to display CABLE BOX SETUR Then select one of the three choices.
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Page 12: Vcr Channels List
Channels List If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary. YourVCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory. Even though yourVCR may come with a list, it's possible that you may want to add or eliminate some channels depending on whether... -
Page 13: To Change The Signaltype
AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH scanning channel Press cancel TheVCR begins scanning for the available channels--this takes about one to two minutes.The lowest channel is tuned once the search is completed. Pressing CHANNEL up or down now selects the active channels. Change the Signal Type Press MENU to displaytheVCR... -
Page 14: Time And Date
Time and Date Before you set the time and date, set the Auto DST (Daylight SavingTime) feature to ON or OFF for your area. Set Daylight-Saving Time Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Language Exit Press 2 to displayTIME... -
Page 15: Set Thetime And Date
Set the Time and Date Press MENU to display theVCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Language Exit Press 2 to displayTIME menu. TIME Time Date Auto DST: EXIT Press 1 to display the SETTIME AND DATE screen. TIME DATE Time... -
Page 16: Additional Set-Up Features In The Preferences Menu
VCR1/VCR2 Option If you own a compatible GE, RCA or ProScan remote that has a VCR2, VCR2oLD, or DVDoVCR2 button, this feature allows you to set thisVCR to respond to that button. Press 1 to select the Remote Control item in the menu.Then press the VCR2, VCR2oLD, or DVDoVCR2 button to change. -
Page 17: Auto Play
TheVCR will only respond to the compatible remote's VCR2, VCR2.LD, or DVD.VCR2 button. If you change the remote setting to VCR2, the remote that came with your VCR will no longer control the VCR. Use the compatible remote to change the remote setting back to VCR1. -
Page 18: Energysaver
EnergySaver 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. -
Page 19: Vcr Basics
Learn the Basics to Get You Started TheseVCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying yourVCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, recording a program should do just that. However, there are other features that enhance enjoyment of yourVCR, but they aren't... -
Page 20: Remote Buttons
F.ADV STOP SEARCH cable box. TV Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScanTV and sets the remote to control theTV. Also used with the POWER button to CHAR 'o o °o O- turn on a different... -
Page 21: Tv Function Buttons
TheTV buttons may not control all and then select another using the number buttons. Press GO features of all models of GE, RCA, BACK to switch between the two channels. In menu mode, press and ProScan TVs. to go back to previous menu. -
Page 22: Playing Atape
INFO Shows theTV's status displays on theTV screen. MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level. Numbers (O through 9) 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 two numbers. -
Page 23: Automatic Rewind
Automatic Rewind TheVCR automatically rewinds 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. Tape Eject Press EJECT on the VCR when it is stopped to eject the tape. Recording If you want to record something that you're watching,... -
Page 25: Recording
Several Recording Options Now that you've gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR, I'll explain the different recording features that are available to suit your needs. Recording features: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) • Express Recording •... -
Page 26: Recording Features
Recording Features There are three methods for recording programs: • Recording lets you press one button to start recording program. (See VCR Basics section.) • Express Recording lets you start recording a program are watching, and then set the VCR to automatically stop recording after a designated... -
Page 27: Timer Recording
Timer Recording You can set up as many as eight timer recording programs. Press MENU to displaytheVCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU Timer Recordings Time Channels Preferences Language Exit Timer Recording Information Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. Clock must be set correctly. Insert a tape with the safety tab in TIMER RECORDINGS... -
Page 28: Stopping Atimer Recording
Review the information to make sure it is correct, and then press MENU to save. Program (One time) Program been saved Channel Cable Remember insert Start Time 08:00 recordable tape Time 09:30 turn before Start Date 10/24/97 program start time. Tape Speed I=SP... -
Page 29: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editingtapes
Using Two VCRs for Copying Editing Tapes Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. Turn on the TV and VCRs. Tune theTV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, orTV's video input). If you connected your VCR using the ANTENNA jacks, tune... -
Page 31: Program The Remote
The remote can be programmed to control a television and satellite receiver or cable box. It is initially programmed to control a GE, RCA, or ProScanTV and satellite receiver. Other manufacturers' brands need to be programmed. 5 PROGRAM THE REMOTE... -
Page 32: About Programming The Remote
TVs, digital satellite receivers, and cable boxes. It is already programmed to operate most GE, RCA, and ProScan televisions and digital satellite receivers. Programming the Remote to Control a TV If theTV does not turn on when you press theTV button, the remote needs to be programmed. - Page 33 Emerson ......Radio Shack .... 01,05,13 Envision ....... 05,06 RCA ......01,06,12 Realistic ......Fisher ......05,08 GE ...... 00,01,06,11 Sampo ....... Goldsta r ....... 06,12 Samsung ....06,09,12 Hallmark ......06 Sanyo ......05,08 Hitachi ......06,14 Sears ....01,05,06,07,...
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Page 34: Operate The Cable Box Or Digital Satellite Receiver
Satellite Receiver or Cable ABC ......... 22,46,53,54 Anvision ........... 07,08 The remote is programmed to control an GE, RCA, or ProScan Cablestar .......... 07,08 digital satellite receiver. Diamond ..........Eagle ..........07,08 If you have another brand of cable box or digital satellite Eastern International ...... -
Page 35: Other Features
Features to Enhance VCR Operation • Picture Search Options • Pro-Tect Plus Feature TMLOcking • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays • Tracking OTHER FEATURES... -
Page 36: Picture Search Options
Picture Search Options The most basic way to search during playback is using the forward and reverse functions.This section contains several other options available for searching a tape. Forward and Reverse Search You can view a tape during play or play-pause. Sound is turned off during picture search. -
Page 37: Frame Advance
Frame Advance Frame advance lets you view one-stop action frame after another. Frame advance works best for tapes recorded at the SP or SLP speed. Press PAUSE or EADV on the remote (PLAY, PAUSE on the VCR) to freeze the action. Press EADV each time you want to view the next frame of the scene. -
Page 38: Zero Search
Zero Search The zero search feature enables theVCR to quickly return to a ZERO SEARCH counter reading of 0:00:00 anywhere on the tape. This is Current tape counter especially convenient when you want to repeat a segment of the 2:17:25 tape several times. -
Page 39: Time Counter
Time Counter The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a 0:30:00 program or play back a segment of a recorded tape. It helps Hours locate the beginning or end of programs you taped.The time counter resets to 0:00:00 whenever the tape is ejected from Minutes the VCR. -
Page 40: Tracking
Tracking YourVCR has automatic tracking which removes the streaks or snow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated when you insert a tape or turn on theVCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded a differentVCR. -
Page 41: 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... -
Page 42: Connecting Your Vcr
Connecting Your VCR Refer to these pages to help you connect your VCR. Jacks and Cables RFJacks and Antenna Cables (F-type) The RF jacks provide good picture and mono sound, and must be used if audio/video connections are not available for your RFJack These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. -
Page 43: Choosing A Vcr Connection
Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to hook up your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable, and if you have cable, whether you have a cable box, and if some of the channels are scrambled and...well, you get the picture. -
Page 44: Tvwith Rf Jack Only
TV With RF Jack Only This connection assumes: • You are connecting antenna, cable, or cable box 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 45: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks
TV With Audio/Video Jacks This connection assumes: • You are connecting an antenna, cable, or cable box system. • Your television has audio/video jacks. This connection provides: • Mono sound playback from VCR. • Record one channel while watching another (except when using a cable box for all channels). -
Page 46: Tvwith Audio/Video Jacks And Cable Box
TV With Audio/Video Jacks Cable to Unscramble Pay Channels Only This connection assumes: • You are using a cable box onlyto unscramble premium channels. • YourTV has audio/video input jacks. This connection provides: • Mono sound playback from VCR. • Recording a scrambled or unscrambled channel through... -
Page 47: Reference
This section gives you some additional information about theVCR, including a description of the unit's controls display. You also will find aTroubleshootingTips section in this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems. Finally, this section contains your warranty information. -
Page 48: Front Panel
Front Panel Remote Sensor CHANNEL,TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in theVCR's channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. Forwards the tape when theVCR is stopped. Searches the picture forward during playback. PLAY,PAUSE Plays a tape. Pauses action for viewing during playback. Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes. -
Page 49: Back Panel
Status Indicators Show what theVCR is doing. • Power off • EJEC Tape eject • FF Fast forward • HI Power on • PLAY Playback; flashes during play-pause, and search features • REC Record • REW Rewind • SAFE Pro-Tect Plus turned •... -
Page 50: 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. does not respond to remote Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote. The batteries may need changing. - Page 51 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 on the remote (PLAY*PAUSE on theVCR) to return to normal playback.
- Page 52 Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct. Check to make sure the SignalType: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set correctly. If Detect Automatically was selected for the SignalType in the Auto Channel Search menu, try using either CABLETV or ANTENNA instead.
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Page 53: Specifications
Specifications Format: Video: 4-Head Record/Playback System: Audio: Mono record/playback EIA standard: NTSC color Video Signal System: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined Antenna: antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) AutoProgramming frequency synthesis Type: 120V AC, 60 Hz... -
Page 54: Limited Warranty
What we will do: During the initial 90 days 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 to repair yourVCR. -
Page 55: Index
Search commercial scan 34 forward Accessing menus Limited warranty index Auto play feature Line input indicator (L), 46 reverse AutoTV/VCR feature LPtape speed slow motion Automatic tracking zero 36 Set up cable box 8 Menus, accessing Batteries SLPtape speed Solving problems SPtape speed... - Page 56 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.