RCA VR643HF manual Reception, Tape Playback

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RECEPTION

Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio program (SAP) which off ers a second language.The Reception feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record. Press 1 to switch between Reception: STEREO, MONO, and SAP.

•Select STEREO for normal or stereo broadcast TV recording. STEREO indicator appears on the TV screen when the station you are tuned to is broadcasting stereo.

•Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too noisy.

•Select SAP to record a second audio program instead of the normal audio on both the hi-fi and linear tracks. The SAP indicator appears on the TV screen when the station you are tuned to is broadcasting SAP.

TAPE PLAYBACK

The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Pr ess 2 to switch betweenTape Playback: HI-FI, LINEAR, and MIX.

To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a ster eo television or amplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks. The Tape Playback feature lets you select which audio you play back.

•Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the Hi-Fi track and for normal use.

•Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the linear monaural track, such as a second audio program, (SAP) or a dubbed voice-over.

•Select MIX to play back the sound recorded on both the linear track and the Hi-Fi track, sound-on-sound.

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Contents Video cassette recorder Users guide Important Information Cover or back. No user serviceable parts insideRefer servicing to qualified service personnel Product RegistrationTable of Contents Connections Other FeaturesProgramming the Remote Appendix a ReferenceWHAT’S LEFT? First Things FirstHI, MY Name is Roger Read the First Three Sections First Things FirstUnpack the BOX Install Batteries Remote ControlRemote control RF coaxial cable Connect Your VCRTune the TV Access the MenusPlug in the VCR Turn on the VCRPress Menu to display the VCR Main Menu SET UP the VCRPress 2 to switch Auto Play to on or OFF Press 5 to display the Preferences menuSetting UP the VCR Setting UP the VCRSET-UP Features Language Using the Menu to SET UP FeaturesCable BOX Setup On-Screen MenusCable Box Setup Press 4 to display the Channels menuAuto Channel Search VCR Channels ListTo Auto Channel Search Press 1 to display the Auto Channel Search menuDetect Automatically To Change the Signal TypeTo Add or Remove Channels Selecting ChannelsSet the Time Zone Auto Clock SET FeatureTime and Date Auto Clock InfoTime/Date Display Set Daylight Saving TimeSpring forward Fall backward Press 3 to display the SET Time Zone screenSET the Time and Date Manually Press 1 to display the SET Time and Date menuVCR Plus+ Channel List VCR PLUS+ ChannelsTwo-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable TV USA List Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screenVCR PLUS++ Worksheet Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option Additional SET-UP Features Preferences MenuRemote Control Option Auto TV/VCR Auto PlayAuto TV/VCR Front Panel VCR Display Setting UP the VCR VCR Basics VCR BasicsLearn the Basics to GET YOU Started VCR Function Buttons Remote ButtonsComponent Buttons TV Buttons Mute Reduces volume to minimum levelTV Function Buttons Pause Playing a TapeAutomatic Rewind Automatic TrackingTape Eject Check the Safety TABPress Eject on the VCR when it is stopped to eject the tape RecordingPage Recording Several Recording OptionsRecording Features Express Recording XPRPress 2 to display the Timer Recordings menu Timer RecordingTimer Recording Information Press 1 to Create a New ProgramUsing VCR Plus+ Timer Recording with VCR PLUS+Setting Up the Channel List Press Menu to bring up the VCR Main MenuIndicate how often you want the program to be recorded VCR Plus+ RecordingPress Menu to enter the VCR PlusCode number Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program Stopping a Timer RecordingReviewing and Clearing Programs Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screenAudio Connection Recording Audio onlyPlaying Back Audio Only Using TWO Vcrs for Copying and Editing Tapes Two VCR ConnectionProgrammingremote Programming the RemoteControl Your Television TV Codes Using the Remote with a TVOperate the TV Other Features Other FeaturesFeatures to Enhance VCR Operation Commercial Advance Movie AdvanceCommercial Advance TapeCommercial Advance Marking Now,you can select one of the Commercia L Advance featuresTimer, Timer with VCR Plus+, or Express Recording Press 5 to display the Commercial Advance men uMarking an Unmarked Tape Commercial Advance PlaybackCommercial Advance Display Movie Advance helps y ou locate certain partsWhen the movie is found, the following screen is displayed Preview Search NoteInsert Tape Picture Search OptionsForward and Reverse Search Index Search Slow MotionFrame Advance To SearchTime Counter GO-TO SearchTracking ON-SCREEN DisplaysAudio SET-UP Features Press 6 to display the Audio menuReception Tape PlaybackConnections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges ConnectionsRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Connecting Your VCRJacks and Cables Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeAdvantages of AUDIO/VIDEO Cable Connections DON’T Forget about the Auto TV/VCR FeatureChoosing a VCR Connection Using This Connection TV with RF Jack onlySet the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF TV with AUDIO/VIDEO JacksCoaxial cables Audio/video cables Splitter Insert a tape If necessary, press VCR and then Play TV with RF Jack and Satellite ReceiverCoaxial cables and 3 audio/video cables To record one off-air or cable program and watch anotherTV with AUDIO/VIDEO Jacks and Satellite Receiver Coaxial cables and 6 audio/video cablesAppendix a Reference Front Panel Display Panel VCRBack Panel Troubleshooting Tips Will not record or play Time did not adjust for daylight-saving timeStreaks in picture during normal playback Will not recordCommercial Advance feature does not mark commercials when VCR makes noise when stoppedCannot access Movie Advance feature Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctlyWhat if the VCR scans forward through part of my program? Questions and Answers about Commercial ADVANCE+Are commercials still recorded if I want to watch them? What happens if the marking process is interrupted?Specifications Cleaning the VCRLimited Warranty Appeind Ndix a ReferenceIndex Index Stop North Meridian Street Indianapolis,