RCA VR348 manual Types of Recordings Basic Recording Operating Instructions, To Make a Recording

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Recording a Program

Types of Recordings

Basic Recording – Operating Instructions

To Make a Recording

Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input channel.

1.Insert a tape with safety tab in place.

The cassette-in indicator lights in the VCRÕs display panel.

2.If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears in the VCRÕs display panel. If not, press TV•VCR to turn it on.

3.Select recording speed using SPEED on the remote.

The tape speed indicator appears in the VCRÕs display panel and on the TV screen.

4.Select the channel to be recorded.

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

5.Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR to begin recording. REC appears in the VCRÕs display panel while the VCR is recording.

Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a

Different Channel

1.Follow steps 1 through 5 above.

2.If using one of the basic hookups, press TV•VCR to switch to the TV channel. The VCR indicator will turn off in the display panel.

3.Select the channel you want to watch with the TVÕs channel buttons.

4.Press STOP on the remote or STOP•EJECT on the VCR when recording is finished.

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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 belowAdvanced hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxBasic hookup Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only Back of VCR Cable BoxOption B hookup Connecting Two VCRs for Copying TapesOption a hookup Check accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote AA Batteries RF Coaxial Cable Stock No RemotePlace channels in the VCR’s memory Turn on the TVTurn on the VCR Set the time and date Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySelect a language./Choisissez une langue Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Set Auto TV/VCR featureUse Tvvcr button VCR Function Buttons VCR Function ButtonsTo Play a Tape Auto Play FeatureOperating Instructions Using the Playback Features Pause for Stop ActionPicture Search Automatic TrackingDisplay Button Time CounterCommercial Scan Search Button Index SearchZero Search Using the Recording Features Types of RecordingsRecording Speeds Recording PauseTypes of Recordings Basic Recording Operating Instructions To Make a RecordingExpress Display on TV Screen Express Recording XPROperating Instructions Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* Recording Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TVVCR Plus+TM Channel Worksheet Broadcast or Cable TV Station NameVCR Plus+ Channel Number Channel Number You Receive This Station OnSetting a VCR Plus+ Recording Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+ RecordingRecording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingRecording While You’re Away Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer RecordingsTimer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions Refer to hookup onLocation of Controls Front PanelChannel or Tracking Up or Down FWD Fast ForwardBack Panel Display Panel Specifications Cleaning the VCRTrouble 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 Streaks in picture during normal playbackLimited Warranty Auto Channel Search Feature Index