RCA VPT 385 owner manual Recording From, Simplified Operating Instructions to Dub Tapes

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Recording

from

Another

VCR

To copy (dub)

tapes,

connect the

two

VCR's

as

shown

CAUTION: The unauthorized recording of television

below.

Use shielded

audio/video

cables

(such

as

RCA

programs and other materials may infringe the rights

=AH002

or

=AH005).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

of others.

The connections from the recording VCR to your TV are

 

the ones you normally use. h is preferable to play the

 

original tape on the same machine that was used to

 

record

it.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AH002* or AH005*

CABLES

RECORDING VCR

®

AH002*

 

To

VHF antenna

terminal

CABLES

OR

on

conventional

TV

*Optional accessory available from your RCA dealer.

 

TO audio and video inputs

 

 

 

on TV Monitor/Receiver

Simplified Operating Instructions to Dub Tapes

I. Connect the two VCR's as shown above. (Use

shielded audiolvideo cables such as RCA

#AH002or **AH005.)

2.Turn on TV.

3.Tune TV to VCR Channel (channel 3 or 4).

4.Turn on both VCR's.

5.Insert recorded cassette into PLAYBACKVCR_

6.Insert blank cassette into RECORDING VCR.

7.Press VCR/TV switch on RECORDING VCR

so VCR tight is on, (This allows you to watch the recording while it's in progress0

12.Press PLAY on the PLAYBACK VCR to start playing the prerecorded cassette.

13.Adjust TRACKING control on PLAYBACK VCR if necessary,

Note= If tile prerecorded cassette is not being played on the same VCR that ori_lly

recorded it, streaks may appear in the TV picture. Simply adjust the tracking control on the PLAYB_4CK VCR to eliminate the streaks.

14.If you want to edit out unwanted material, press

PAUSE oa the RECORDING VCR while it is

recording. Press PA USE again to resume

Note: If you want to watch another TV channel on the TV while you're dubbing the tape, first

press the VCRiTV switch so the VCR light is out and then use the TV's channel selector to

select the channel you want to watch on the TV,

8.Make sure the TUNER/LINE switch on the recording VCR is in the LINE position.

9.Select the desired tape speed on the

RECORDING VCR (SP, LP or SLP).

10.Rewind cassettes to the beginning if necessary.

t t, Place the RECORDING VCR into the record mode.

recording.

Note: Use the PA USE button only for brief

pauses. If you want to pause for more than three or four minutes, stop the VCR by pressing

STOP. When you are ready to resume, place the VCR back into the record mode.

15.The TV does not have to be turned on to dub a tape, You may turn off the TV if desired after the recording has started.

16.Stop both VCR's when the recording is finished.

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Contents VideoCassette Recorder Wai, ranty Registration Safety PrecautionsContents Using This ManualLocation InstallationWhen you unpack your new VCR, be sure you have Disconnect Existing Antenna from TV and Connect it to VCR Antenna ConnectionsConnect VCR to back of TV Antenna ConnectionsYour CABLE-TV Cable- TV ConnectionsCable Connections Operating Instructions TV Monitor/Receiver ConnectionsDirect Video and Audio Connections What Your VCR Will Do Recording Speed Video CassettesErase Protection Cassette Playing Times and SpeedsBasic Operating Controls and DispLays Basic OperationDeleting Channels from the Scan List Turning on Your VCR for the First TimeProgramming Active Channels into VCRs TunerSimplified Installation Checklist Setting the VCR/TV SwitchSetting Your IV to the VCR Channel Remote Control Know before you set the clock Setting the ClockHere are some things you should First Recording and Playback Operating Controls Detailed Descriptions Frame Advance Special Effects and FeaturesPause for Slop-Action Playback Memory Stop Special Effects and FeaturesSame VCR, streaks may appear in the picture. Adjust Tracking ControlRecording With TV Off Quick Reference GuidesRecording Viewing Same Program Normal TV ViewingBasic Pla back Recording and Viewing Different ProgramsSimplified Operating Instructions to Dub Tapes Recording FromCamera Recording Express Recording Things to know before you start Programming the TimerYou can program the timer to do FollowingAM or PM Programming the TimerChecking the Timer Programs Clearing a Timer ProgramStopping a Timer Recording in Progress Timer RecordingXPR and Timer TV Viewing During a Timer RecordingIICJll Alternate Remote Control UnitsCleaning Button IndicatorFeatures Special Controls InsertingSpecifications