RCA VR348 manual Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes, Option a hookup, Option B hookup

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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.

A

Playback VCR

From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box

VIDEO AUDIO

ANT. IN

2. Set the CH3 CH4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

CH.

IN

OUT

RF OUT

You will tune the recording VCR to this channel to receive the signal from the playback VCR.

3 4

RF Coaxial Cable

(supplied)

3. Connect as shown.

This connection may require additional accessories not provided.

Recording VCR

VIDEO AUDIO

ANT. IN

4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV.

CH.

IN

OUT

RF OUT

5. Continue to page 7.

3 4

RF Coaxial

Audio/VideoCable

Cablesor

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 Ñ use of TV•VCR button not required.

1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5

B

Playback VCR (only)

VIDEO AUDIO

ANT. IN

and then modify with this connection.

CH.

IN

OUT

RF OUT

2. Connect as shown.

This connection requires additional accessories not provided.

3 4

If your other VCR is stereo, you may need a Y-adapter to hear sound from both left and right channels.

3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 4. Continue to page 7.

You will select the line (audio/video) input on the recording VCR to receive the

Recording VCR

Audio/Video Cables

 

 

VIDEO

AUDIO

ANT. IN

 

 

 

 

IN

 

 

 

OUT

RF OUT

 

CH.

 

 

 

 

3

4

 

 

From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box

signal from the playback VCR.

Caution: The unauthorized recording of satellite broadcasts, television programs, or other materials may infringe the rights of others.

Audio/Video

or

RF Coaxial Cable

Cables

 

(supplied)

 

 

Use the hookup to the TV as previously selected on pages 3, 4, or 5.

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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