RCA VR337, VR508 manual Choosing a Hookup, What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

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Hooking Up the VCR

Choosing a Hookup

The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types:

Basic (A) and Advanced (B).

The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.

The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a TV with audio and video jacks using a signal splitter. This connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.

Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.

1. How does your TV receive signals?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Outside antenna Ð Turn to page 3.

B.Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna Ð Turn to page 3.

C.Cable System Ð Go to question 2.

2.What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Cable without a box Ð Turn to page 3.

B.Cable box to unscramble all the channels Ð Turn to page 4.

C.Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc. Ð Turn to page 5.

*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.

Optional Hookups

How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes.

A.Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.

B.Then, modify the connections as shown on page 6.

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Contents USER’S Guide Important Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes Choosing a HookupWhat type of Cable-TV system* do you have? Choose one answer from belowAntenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box Basic hookupAdvanced hookup Back of VCRPlug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels Cable BoxConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV . Continue toOption a hookup Option B hookupCheck accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote Turn on the TV Turn on the VCRPlace channels in the VCR’s memory To change the Signal TypeAdd or remove channels from the VCR’s memory Use Tvvcr button Set the Alert Sound featureSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Set the time and date Set the Automatic Daylight-Saving TimeVCR Function Buttons Chan Channel Up or DownPower Off PlaybackTo play a tape End of TapeUsing the Playback Features Auto Play FeaturePicture Search Slow MotionDisplay Button Time CounterIndex Search Zero SearchCommercial Scan Search Button To Index SearchPause for Stop Action Frame Advance F. ADV ButtonAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingRecordings Normal RecordingRecording Speeds To Make a RecordingStopping an Express Recording in Progress Express RecordingDisplay on TV Screen Setting a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away Timer RecordingStopping a Timer Recording Using the Recording Features Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputChecking or Clearing Timer Recordings Pro-Tect Plus Child Lock FeatureUsing Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible RemoteLocation of Controls Front PanelTape Compartment Channel or Tracking up or downBack Panel Display PanelSpecifications Cleaning the VCRLimited Warranty Trouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryTimer recording not made Time did not adjust for daylight savingsVCR makes noise when stopped Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to3CH.4 Switch Index10,13,21 North Meridian Street Indianapolis,