RCA VR538 manual Use Tvvcr button, Set Auto TV/VCR feature

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Setting Up the VCR

Startup

8. Use TV•VCR button.

Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.

When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture from the TV channel. This button allows you to record a program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 25.

A. Press VCR1 to set the remote to control the VCR.

B. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR. The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.

C. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR.

The channel number changes on the TV screen and in the display panel.

D. Press TV•VCR to see the TV channels.

The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.

Change channels using the TV’s remote.

E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel —

CH3 or CH4.

F. Press VCR1, then TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.

9. Set Auto TV/VCR feature.

Skip this step if you used one of the basic hookups.

If you have connected your VCR using the video input of your TV, you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically.

A. Press MENU•PROG on remote to see VCR MAIN MENU.

B. Press 5 to display SETUP OPTIONS.

C. Press 3 to display CUSTOM SETUP.

D. Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR.

E. Press 2 to switch between ON and OFF.

•Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. You will then press the TV•VCR button to turn the VCR indicator on or off to switch between the picture coming from the VCR or television channels.

•Select OFF if you used one of the advanced hookups and watch your VCR on the video input channel of your TV. The VCR indicator will not turn on automatically.

Pressing TV•VCR on the remote will still turn the VCR indicator on or off.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR Plus+ Programming

2 Timer Programming

3 Review Programs

4 Channel Setup

5 VCR Setup Options

SETUP OPTIONS

1 Interactive Guide

2 VCR Plus+ Setup

3 Custom Setup

CUSTOM SETUP

1 Remote Control: VCR1

2 Auto TV/VCR: ON

		CUSTOM SETUP
1		Remote Control:	VCR1
	2	Auto TV/VCR:	OFF
	3	Auto Play:	ON
4		Auto Repeat:	OFF
5		Panel Display:	AUTO
0		Exit to Setup

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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 belowPlug in power cords of VCR and TV Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxBasic hookup Advanced hookupPlug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsPosition Cable Box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Back of VCRConnecting 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 VCRUsing the number buttons Use the on-screen menu systemPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySet Auto TV/VCR feature Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Skip this step if you used one of the basic hookupsSet the time and date DisplayButtons Component ButtonsVCR Function Buttons TV Function Buttons Cable Box or RCA DSS Satellite Receiver Function ButtonsProgram the VCR for remote control Controlling a VCRControlling a TV Program the remote for a TVOperate the TV Controlling a Cable Box or an RCA DSS Satellite Receiver Program the remote for a cable boxOperate the cable box or RCA DSS satellite receiver Controlling an RCA Auxiliary Component Program the remote for an RCA auxiliary componentOperate the auxiliary component Operating Instructions To play a tapeUsing the Playback Features Auto Play FeaturePause for Stop Action Slow MotionDisplay Button Frame Advance F.ADV ButtonAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingTime Counter Index SearchSome index marks may be missed by the VCR Time Search Go-To SearchPro-Tect Plus Locking Feature Blank SearchCommercial Scan Search Button Auto Repeat StopTypes of Recordings Basic Recording Operating InstructionsTo make a recording Recording Features Recording SpeedsRecording Pause Express Recording XPR Operating InstructionsExpress Display on TV Screen With the Remote Press VCR1 VCR2LD and thenSetting Up the Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Recording While You’re AwayRecording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* Recording A. ListCanadian List Setting a VCR Plus+ Recording Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+ RecordingCable Program 1 ONE Time Recording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer Recording With TV Off Clock On VCRChecking or Clearing a VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings Editing a VCR Plus+ or Timer RecordingsTimer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Using Dual Remote with AutoEditTMLocation of Controls Front PanelDisplay Panel CH3 CH4 Switch Back PanelTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryVCR plus+ or timer recording not made VCR makes noise when stoppedCassette with safety tab removed does not start to Rewind does not operateLimited Warranty Specifications Cleaning the VCRIndex ChanneltrackingFWD Fast Forward Recxpr Button Page Part Number 94-VR538-1