RCA VR337, VR508 manual Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes, Option a hookup, Option B hookup

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Hooking Up the VCR

Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes

Option A hookup.

Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories.

1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 and then modify with this connection.

2. Set the 3CH.4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

Tune the recording VCR to this channel to receive the signal from the playback VCR.

3. Connect as shown.

This connection may require additional accessories not provided.

4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 5. Continue to page 7.

A

 

 

 

 

Playback VCR

 

 

From Antenna, Cable

 

 

 

 

or Cable Box

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN FROM

 

 

 

 

ANT.

 

 

 

 

VHF/UHF

AUDIO1

VIDEO1

OUT TO TV

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

 

 

 

 

 

3 CH. 4

 

 

 

RF Coaxial Cable

 

 

 

(supplied)

Recording VCR

 

 

 

 

 

IN FROM

 

 

 

 

ANT.

 

 

 

 

VHF/UHF

AUDIO1

VIDEO1

OUT TO TV

OUT

IN

OUT

IN

 

 

 

 

 

3 CH. 4

 

 

 

 

RF Coaxial

Audio/Video

 

 

 

Cable

 

 

or

 

Cables

 

 

 

Use the hookup to the TV as previously selected on pages 3, 4, or 5.

Option B hookup.

Use this hookup for slightly improved copy quality and more convenient operation Ñ use of the TV•VCR button is not required.

1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 and then modify with this connection.

2. Connect as shown.

This connection requires additional accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels if your other VCR is not stereo.

3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 4. Continue to page 7.

Select the line (audio/video) input on the recording VCR to receive the signal from the playback VCR.

Caution: The unauthorized recording of television programs and other materials may infringe the rights of others.

B

 

Playback VCR (only)

 

 

 

 

 

 

IN FROM

 

 

 

 

 

ANT.

 

 

 

 

 

VHF/UHF

 

AUDIO1

VIDEO1

OUT TO TV

 

OUT

IN

OUT

 

 

IN

 

 

 

 

 

3 CH. 4

 

 

 

 

 

Audio/Video

 

Recording VCR

 

 

Cables

 

 

 

 

From Antenna, Cable

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

or Cable Box

 

 

 

 

IN FROM

 

 

 

 

 

ANT.

 

 

 

 

 

VHF/UHF

 

AUDIO1

VIDEO1

OUT TO TV

 

OUT

 

OUT

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3 CH. 4

 

Audio/Video

 

or

RF Coaxial Cable

 

(supplied)

Cables

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use the hookup to the TV

 

as previously selected on

 

 

pages 3, 4, or 5.

 

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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 VCRAdd or remove channels from the VCR’s memory To change the Signal TypePlace channels in the VCR’s memory Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Set the Alert Sound featureUse Tvvcr button 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 RecordingDisplay on TV Screen Express RecordingStopping an Express Recording in Progress Stopping a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away Timer RecordingSetting 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,
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