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- Page 1 VG2053/VG4053 VCR User’s Guide We bring good things to life.
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Page 2: 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. For U.S.A. — Operate VCR only on 120 volts, 60Hz AC power (normal house power). -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Insert Batteries in Remote ___________ 7 Turn on TV________________________ 7 Turn on VCR ______________________ 7 Place Channels in the VCR's Memory _ 8 Add or Remove Channels from the Use TV•VCR Button ________________ 9 Set the Time and Date ______________ 9... -
Page 4: Hooking Up The Vcr
It is the easier 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. -
Page 5: 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. Tune the TV to this channel and use the TV•VCR button to watch the VCR. -
Page 6: Cable System With Cable Box To Unscramble 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. Tune the TV to this channel and use the TV•VCR button to watch the VCR. -
Page 7: Cable System With Cable Box To Unscramble Only Pay 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. Tune the TV to this channel and use the TV•VCR button to watch the VCR. -
Page 8: Connecting Two Vcrs For Copying Tapes
2. Connect as shown. This connection requires additional accessories not provided. If your other VCR is not stereo, you may need a Y-adapter to hear sound from both channels. 3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. Continue to page 8. -
Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr
If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TV’s video input. (See TV owner’s manual for details.) 4. Turn on the VCR. A. Press POWER on the remote. The power and VCR indicators light in the VCR’s display panel. B. Press CHAN up or down to change channels. -
Page 10: Place Channels In The Vcr's Memory
Setting Up the VCR 5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory. The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption, perform the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH so that your VCR can memorize the channels available through your signal source—cable or antenna. -
Page 11: Use Tv•Vcr Button
E. Press TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR. 8. Set the time and date. When you first turn on the VCR, --:-- appears in the clock area of the VCR’s display panel. A. Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. -
Page 12: Using The Remote Control
CHAN (Channel up or down) Selects the next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. FF (Fast Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in forward motion during playback—5 times normal speed... - Page 13 Reduces the streaks that may appear on the picture. Reduces picture ”jitter” during pause. In the model VG4053, reduces the streaks during slow motion playback. TV•VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or the TV channel.
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Page 14: Playing A Tape
EJECT Safety Tab 3. Press PLAY, if necessary. 4. Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or VCR to remove any streaks from the picture if necessary. 5. Press STOP on the VCR or the remote. 6. Press REW on the VCR or the remote. -
Page 15: Using The Playback Features
Using the Playback Features Display Clock or Time Counter You can display the time counter or the clock in the VCR’s display panel. 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 4 to display the SEARCH/COUNTER menu. -
Page 16: Picture Search
Index Search This VCR lets you automatically record an index mark on the tape every time you stop and start recording. During playback, you can locate the program you want to play by searching for the index marks. -
Page 17: Commercial Scan (Skip Button)
The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when you view a tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on when a tape is inserted or the VCR’s power is turned on. Manual Tracking Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a different VCR or camcorder. -
Page 18: Recording A Program
To Make a Recording Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TV’s video input channel. 1. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place. The tape indicator appears in the VCR’s display panel. -
Page 19: One Touch Recording
Recording a Program One Touch Recording One touch recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR turns off automatically at the end of the recording. POWER EJECT Operating Instructions 1. Turn on the VCR. -
Page 20: Recording While You're Away
Recording a Program Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) The timer program feature lets you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: • The clock is set correctly. -
Page 21: Timer Recording From The Vcr's Line Input
Recording While You’re Away (Timer Recording) Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input The line input refers to the signal coming from the VCR’s AUDIO and VIDEO IN jacks. Recording from the line input is convenient if you have a satellite receiver or similar component attached to these jacks. -
Page 22: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes
Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.) Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. Turn on the TV and VCRs. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or the TV’s video input. -
Page 23: References
Cleaning the VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top, back, sides, and bottom of the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents. -
Page 24: Location Of Controls
EJECT CHANNEL Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR’s channel memory. EJECT Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette. FWD (Fast Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in forward motion during playback. -
Page 25: Back Panel
VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these jacks. Use INPUT on the remote to select. VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT Jacks Sends signals from VCR to another component like a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these jacks. ANT IN RF OUT... -
Page 26: Display Panel
The channel number or line input is displayed. AU lights when you press INPUT and record from the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN jacks on the back of the VCR. Cassette In Indicator Lights when a tape is in the VCR. -
Page 27: Limited Warranty
Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your VCR. • Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option, refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR. How you get service: •... -
Page 28: Trouble Checks
References Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Servicenter. Trouble o power VCR does not respond to remote... -
Page 29: Trouble Checks
• Time counter display appears in the VCR’s display panel. • VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the VCR continues to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode. -
Page 30: Index
Antenna...2-3 Audio/Video Jacks...2,3-6 Cable-TV ...2,3-5 Two VCRs ...6 Contents...1 Copying Tape, Connections...6 Copying Tapes ...20 Counter on VCR Display...13 Date and Time, Setting ...9 Design Specifications ...21 Display Panel ...24 EP Speed ...16 F. ADV (Frame Advance) Button...10,15 F F (Fast Forward) Button...11,22... - Page 31 Notes...
- Page 32 This will only add delays in service for your product. 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290-1024 © 1995 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Korea Part Number 95-VG2053/VG4053-1...