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Tape cannot be inserted.

Insert the tape, window side up, with the record tab facing you.

Make sure a tape isn’t already in the VCR by pressing the STOP/EJECT button on the VCR.

Gently push on the center of the tape when putting it in the VCR. Never force the tape into the VCR.

If a timer recording is programmed and the VCR power is off, you can not insert a tape without a record tab.

Tape cannot be removed.

Make sure the power plug is completely connected to a power outlet.

You have set a timer recording. Turn the VCR power on, then eject the tape. Be sure to insert a tape and turn off the power for your timer recording.

VCR ejects the tape when the REC(ord)/OTR button is pressed or when the VCR power is turned off to set a timer recording.

Make sure the tape has a record tab. Details are on page five.

Poor reception

You may need to tune your TV again.

The motor (cylinder) rotates even when the VCR is in Stop mode.

To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about five minutes. This is normal. The quick play mechanism allows the tape mechanism to switch from Stop mode to Play mode in one second.

Direct Broadcast System Hookups

Watching one TV channel while recording another may not be possible if you have a DBS hookup. You may have to set your TV to channel 03 or 04, then make your channel selections at the DBS.

With many DBS hookups, if you use accessory audio and video cables to connect your VCR to your TV, you will have to put your VCR in Line Input mode (channel 001 or 002).

Line Input mode

If you accidentally enter Line Input mode (AV FRONT or AV REAR will appear on your TV screen briefly), press the CHANNEL o/p buttons or use the Number buttons to select another channel.

Hi-Fi Stereo Sound (VR601BMG only)

During playback, Hi-Fi audio may temporarily revert to normal audio when you adjust tracking. This is normal.

When connecting the VCR to a stereo TV, you will only get stereo sound if you use audio cables to con- nect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO IN jacks on your TV, and if the TV is in Line (Auxiliary) Input mode.

When you connect the AUDIO OUT jacks on the VCR to the AUDIO IN jacks on your TV, the stereo light on the TV might not glow. But, as long as the status display indicates you are receiving a stereo sig- nal, you are receiving a stereo signal. This is normal.

Only tapes recorded in Hi-Fi audio will play back in Hi-Fi audio. Tapes recorded in normal audio will play back in monaural audio.

Cleaning the Video Heads

Your VCR automatically cleans the video heads each time you insert a tape. However, the heads may become dirty. If so, use a commercially-available head cleaner or have an authorized servicer clean the video heads. Eventually, the heads may need to be replaced.

The playback picture is too dim, too bright, or fluctuates in brightness.

Some programs may be broadcast with copyright protection technology in order to protect the rights of copyright owners. This technology is used on programs that are recorded on video tapes or Digital Video Discs (DVDs), as well as some programs broadcast by antenna/cable/satellite television channels. Programs broadcast with copyright protection technology may not record clearly. Likewise, if you play a tape that is a recording of a copyright protected program, the picture may not be clear. Tapes of copy- right protected programs may have a picture that is dark or dim, or the brightness of the picture may fluctuate. Therefore, you should avoid recording or playing copies of copyright protected programs. This VCR incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights own- ers. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only, unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

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Contents VCR For Customer Use Warranty VerificationDeclaration of Conformity FeaturesSafety Precautions IntroductionTable of Contents Replace the battery compartment lid Before Using Your VCRPutting Batteries in the Remote Control VCR maintenanceDisconnect the antenna or cable from your TV Hookups Without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemPlug in the TV and the VCR Hookups Without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System cont’dConnections Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemRecording/Viewing Any Channel Recording One Channel/Watching Another Cable Signal Cable Box/DBSTV’s Antenna VR601BMG Hookups with a Stereo TV2Turn on the TV Turning on Your VCRPress the Menu button. The display shown below will appear Press the Menu button Automatic Channel SetupVR601BMG only Adding/Deleting Channels Automatic Channel Setup cont’dPress the STATUS/EXIT button once or twice to exit Reviewing Memorized ChannelsYou make each entry within 60 seconds of the previous entry Follow the steps below to set your VCR’s clock. Make sureDaylight-Savings Time Language Selection Remote Control Buttons Clear Button Remote Control Buttons cont’dChannel o/p Buttons If you select Status ON, then select Counter only OFF On-Screen Status DisplaysStatus Display example only If you select Status ON, then select Counter only onVCR Display Panel Front Panel Rear Panel VHS Quasi Play Back Sqpb PlayingRead and follow the steps below to play a tape 1Turn on the TV 2Insert a tape in the VCR RecordingInsert a tape with its record tab intact in the VCR RECord light will appearRecording One Channel/Watching Another One-Touch Recording Do each step within 60 seconds of the previous step Timer RecordingDaily Instructions continue on Timer Recording cont’dTape Speeds Checking or Cancelling Timer Recordings RF coaxial cable Rerecording Tape DuplicationPress the PLAY/o button or the STOP/p button to select Repeat PlayPress the F.FWD/B button so that on appears beside Real-Time Counter Memory Press the Time Search button Time SearchViewing a Still Picture Special Effects PlaybackForward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLP Super High Speed Searching LP/SLPAutomatic Operation Features Specifically… Understanding On-Screen DisplaysMonitor Multi-Channel Television Sound System VR601BMG only cont’d Please see additional notes on Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System VR601BMG onlyBlue Background Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Cable Box/DBS Output Channel 03 or GlossarySpecifications Limited Warranty Audio in/out jacks PowerRemote control TimerSupplied Accessories