RCA VR348 Using the Playback Features, Pause for Stop Action, Picture Search, Automatic Tracking

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Playing a Tape

Using the Playback Features

Pause for Stop Action

This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Stop action works best for tapes recorded in SLP speed.

1. Press PAUSE on the remote or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR during playback to stop the action.

PAUS appears in the VCRÕs display panel.

2. Press PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR or PLAY on the remote to return to playback.

The VCR will automatically switch from stop- action playback to stop after a few minutes.

Picture Search

You can search a picture during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding the tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best for tapes recorded in SLP speed.

Fast Forward Search

1. During playback, press FF on the remote or FWD

on the VCR to search forward at a faster-than- normal speed.

SRCH+ appears in the VCRÕs display panel.

2. To return to playback, press FF on the remote, FWD on the VCR, PLAY on the remote, or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR.

Rewind Search

1. During playback, press REW to search in reverse at a faster-than-normal speed.

SRCH– appears in the VCRÕs display panel.

2. To return to playback, press REW, PLAY on the remote, or PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR.

Automatic Tracking

The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing back a tape recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted or the VCRÕs power is turned on.

Manual Tracking

Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a different VCR or camcorder. The TRACKING buttons on the remote or VCR are used when playing a tape. They have no effect during recording.

¥When streaks or snow appear, press TRACKING up or down for the best possible picture.

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Contents USER’S Guide Product Registration Important InformationTable of Contents Choose one answer from below Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?Choosing a Hookup What type of cable-TV system* do you have?Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box Basic hookupAdvanced hookup Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable boxBack of VCR Cable Box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels OnlyConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Option a hookupOption B hookup AA Batteries RF Coaxial Cable Stock No Remote Check accessories with VCRStartup Insert batteries in remoteTurn on the TV Turn on the VCRPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory Select a language./Choisissez une langueSet the time and date Set Auto TV/VCR feature Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups VCR Function Buttons VCR Function ButtonsAuto Play Feature Operating InstructionsTo Play a Tape Automatic Tracking Using the Playback FeaturesPause for Stop Action Picture SearchTime Counter Display ButtonIndex Search Commercial Scan Search ButtonZero Search Recording Pause Using the Recording FeaturesTypes of Recordings Recording SpeedsTo Make a Recording Types of Recordings Basic Recording Operating InstructionsExpress Recording XPR Operating InstructionsExpress Display on TV Screen Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TV Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* RecordingChannel Number You Receive This Station On VCR Plus+TM Channel WorksheetBroadcast or Cable TV Station Name VCR Plus+ Channel NumberRecording While You’re Away VCR Plus+ Recording Setting a VCR Plus+ RecordingSetting a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away Timer RecordingChecking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputRecording While You’re Away Operating Instructions Refer to hookup on Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing TapesFWD Fast Forward Location of ControlsFront Panel Channel or Tracking Up or DownBack Panel Display Panel Cleaning the VCR SpecificationsTrouble Heres what to try Trouble ChecksStreaks in picture during normal playback VCR Plus+ or timer recording not madeVCR makes noise when stopped Cassette with safety tab removed does not start toLimited Warranty Index Auto Channel Search Feature