RCA VR602HF Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes, Option A hookup, Option B hookup, Playback VCR

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Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes

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 8.

A
Playback VCR
From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
	RF Coaxial Cable
Recording VCR		(supplied)
Recording VCR
R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
		RF Coaxial
Audio/Video		Cable
Audio/Video	or
Cables	or

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 — 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.

If your other VCR is not stereo, a Y-adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels.

3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 4. Continue to page 8.

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)
R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
			Audio/Video
Recording VCR			Cables
Recording VCR			From Antenna, Cable
			From Antenna, Cable
			or Cable Box
R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
Audio/Video	or		RF Coaxial Cable
Audio/Video			(supplied)
Cables			(supplied)
Cables
Use the hookup to the TV
as previously selected on
pages 3, 4, or 5.

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Contents VR602HF USER’S GUIDEVIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER Important Information IntroductionCautions Product RegistrationTable of Contents Setting Up the VCRUsing the Remote Control Important Information1. How do you receive your TV signals? Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapesHow to hook up a stereo amplifier/receiver Choosing a Hookup1. Set the 3CH.4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 3. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV2. Plug in power cords of VCR and TV Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box3. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box 2. Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable boxCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Cable BoxCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etcBack of TV Cable BoxConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes 2. Set the 3CH.4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 5. Continue to page 3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 4. Continue to pageConnecting a Stereo Amplifier/Receiver 3. Plug in power cords of amplifier/ receiver, VCR, and TVRecord on the VCR from an amplifier/receiver Back of Amplifier/ReceiverSetting Up the VCR 1. Check accessories with VCRStartup 2. Insert batteries in remote 3. Turn on the TV5. Place channels in the VCR’s memory 6. Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups 8. Set AUTO TV/VCR feature7. Use TVVCR button 9. Set the time and date 10. Select the language/sélectionner la langueUsing the Remote Control VCR Function ButtonsCHAN Channel Up or Down CLEARPOWER Numbers 0 throughPAUSE PLAYTo play a tape Operating InstructionsPlaying a Tape Using the Playback Features AUTO PLAY FeaturePicture Search Fast Forward SearchDISPLAY Button Time CounterSlow Motion Zero SearchCommercial Scan SEARCH Button Pause for Stop Action Frame Advance F. ADV ButtonAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingPLAYBACK HI-FI/MIX/LINEAR Feature To Select Playback SoundTypes of Recordings Basic Recording - Operating InstructionsRecording a Program Recording SpeedsExpress Recording Operating InstructionsStopping a Recording in Progress Recording Display on TV ScreenLINEAR to hear SAP. Details are on page Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP Second Audio ProgramTo record stereo broadcast TV or SAP Recording Audio Only To Record Audio Only Refer to hookup on pageStopping a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away Timer RecordingSetting a Timer Recording 2. Press 2 for REVIEW PROGRAMS Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputChecking or Clearing Timer Recordings Operating Instructions Refer to hookup on page Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing TapesCopying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible Remote Specifications Cleaning the VCRVideo Signal System Power RequirementLocation of Controls Front PanelTape Compartment CHANNEL or TRACKING up or down3CH.4 Switch IN FROM ANT. Antenna ConnectorOUT TO TV Connector Hi-Fi IndicatorNo power Trouble ChecksTrouble Heres what to tryTimer recording not made VCR makes noise when stoppedCABLE/ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE. Details are on page Cassette with safety tab removed does not start toLimited Warranty What your warranty coversHow you get service What your warranty does not coverIndex POWER ButtonREMOVE/ADD CHANNEL Menu LANGUAGE LANGUE Menuor Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the USA For your nearest Home Entertainment DealerCanadian Consumers Your toll free numbers are English French VQTS3190 A