RCA VR651HF manual Picture Search Options, Forward and Reverse Search, Slow Motion, Frame Advance

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VCR Features

Picture Search Options

The basic way to search during playback is using the remote control’s FORWARD or REVERSE buttons (FWD and REV on the VCR). This section contains several other options available for searching a tape.

Insert Tape:

Don’t forget to insert a recorded tape when using the search features.

Forward and Reverse Search

You can search a tape during playback either forward or reverse in direction.

Note: Sound is turned off during picture search.

1.Press the FORWARD button to search forward or the REVERSE button to search backwards.

2.Press the FORWARD , REVERSE, or PLAY button to return to normal playback.

Slow Motion

You can view a tape during play or play-pause mode using Slow Motion search.

1.In pause mode, press the FORWARD (FWD) or REVERSE (REV) button to start slow-motion playback.

2.Press the FORWARD button to increase or the REVERSE button to decrease the search speed.

3.Use the TRACKING + or – buttons to remove any streaks from the picture.

4.Press the PLAY button to return to normal playback.

The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback to stop after a few uninterrupted minutes.

Frame Advance

Frame Advance lets you view single-frame action during playback.

1.While playback is in progress, press the remote control’s PAUSE button (PLAY/PAUSE on the VCR) to freeze the action.

2.Press the F. ADV button on the remote control each time you want to view the next frame of the recording.

3.Press the PAUSE or PLAY button on the remote control (PLAY/PAUSE on the VCR) to return to normal playback.

Commercial Scan

This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments.

1.Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape approximately 30 seconds of recorded material.

2.Each press of the SEARCH button adds an additional 30 seconds up to five minutes.

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Contents VCR Changing Entertainment. AgainImportant Information Product RegistrationKey Features Overview IntroductionFront Audio/Video Input Jacks Table of Contents Audio Set-Up Features Chapter Overview Changing Entertainment. AgainThings to Consider Before Connecting Components Connections & SetupCable Considerations Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect VCR to a TV Choose Your ConnectionConnect the VCR to the TV Go ToConnect the antenna/cable feed to the VCR TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver Connect satellite receiver to the VCRConnect the antenna to your satellite receiver Connect the satellite feed to the satellite receiverConnect the cable box to the VCR TV + VCR + Cable BoxConnect the cable feed to your cable box Set the VCR’s CH 3/4 Switch Put Batteries in the Remote ControlPlug in the VCR Turn on the TV and VCRAccessing Menus Using the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen MenusComplete the QuickSet Guide VCR Basics RecordingThis page left blank intentionally Using the VCR’s Menu System Using On-Screen Menus Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up FeaturesCable Box Setup LanguageVCR Channels List Auto Channel SearchingChanging the Signal Type Adding or Removing ChannelsAuto Clock Set Feature Setting the Time ZoneTime and Date To Turn Auto Clock Set onSetting Time and Date Manually Setting Daylight-Saving TimeAdditional Set Up Features in the Preferences Menu To Access the Preferences menuTo Access Auto Play Remote VCR1/VCR2 OptionTo Access Auto TV/VCR Auto TV/VCREnergySaver Front Panel Brightness VCR DisplayTape Speed Set Auto RepeatTo Select a Preferred Tape Speed To Override the Preferred Tape SpeedThis page left blank intentionally Using Remote Control Using the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlButtons of the Remote Control Operating a TV with the VCR’s Remote Control Using the Input ButtonDo You Need to Program the Remote? Programming the Remote ControlOperating the TV TV Codes This page left blank intentionally Using the VCR’s Features VCR Features Recording FeaturesExpress Recording XPR To Activate XPRTimer Recording Stopping a Timer RecordingTo Set Up to as Many as Eight Timer Recording Programs Reviewing and Clearing ProgramsVCR Plus+ System Mapping VCR Plus+ Channels American Movie Classics VCR Plus+ System Worksheet HBO EspnCopying and Editing Tapes Using Two VCRs Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio ProgramPicture Search Options Forward and Reverse SearchSlow Motion Frame AdvanceZero Search Index SearchTo Activate Index Search Tracking Pro-Tect Plus Locking FeatureTime Counter On-Screen Displays Audio Set-Up Features Tape PlaybackReception To Display the Audio MenuOther Information General VCR Problems Troubleshooting TipsOther Information Recording Problems Playback ProblemsTape plays back in slow motion Specifications Cleaning the VCRFront Panel Display Panel Function DisplaysBack Panel RCA VCR Limited Warranty For how long after your purchaseVideo Input Channel Variations How to Find Your TV’s Video Input ChannelCommon Video Line Input scenarios Advanced Connection Using A/V and RF Coaxial CablesConnect the satellite receiver to the VCR Glossary Index Index This page intentionally left blank Thomson multimedia Inc