RCA VR616HF manual Playing a Tape, Automatic Rewind, Tape Eject, Pause, Automatic Tracking

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VCR BASICS

PLAYING A TAPE

1.Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s video input).

2.Insert a tape in the VCR.

POWER	PLAY
EJECT	STOP	REV	FWD
	PAUSE
	RECORD

If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automatically begins playback (if the safety tab on the cassette is removed).

•Press FWD or REV to position the tape.

•Press PLAY (if necessary) to begin tape play.

•Press PAUSE for stop action.

•Press TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture, if necessary.

•Press STOP to stop playback.

AUTOMATIC REWIND

The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can press POWER on the VCR (PWR on the remote) and the VCR will turn off after rewinding.

Pause

If you pause, the VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a few minutes to reduce tape wear.

TAPE EJECT

Press EJECT on the VCR when it is stopped to eject the tape.

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 VCR’s power is turned on.

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Contents Video cassette recorder Users guide Product Registration Important InformationTable of Contents Appendix a Reference Other FeaturesProgramming the Remote ConnectionsFirst Things First First Things FirstHI, MY Name is Susan Read the First Three Sections WHAT’S LEFT?Connect Your VCR Install Batteries in the Remote ControlUnpack WHAT’S in the BOX Turn on the VCR Access the MenusPlug in the VCR Tune the TVPress Menu to bring up the VCR Main Menu SET UP the VCRSetting UP the VCR Setting UP the VCRAdditional SET-UP Features On-Screen Menus Using the Menu to SET UP FeaturesLanguage To Auto Channel Search VCR Channels ListAuto Channel Search To Change the Signal TypeDetect Automatically Selecting Channels Time and DateTo Add or Remove Channels Set Daylight-Saving TimeSpring forward Fall backward Time/Date DisplayVCR Plus+ Channel List VCR PLUS+ ChannelsTwo-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable TV USA List VCR PLUS+ Worksheet Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option Remote Control OptionAuto TV/VCR Auto PlayAuto TV/VCR VCR Basics VCR BasicsLearn the Basics to GET YOU Started VCR Function Buttons Remote Buttons Component Buttons VCR Basics TV Buttons TV Function ButtonsPause Playing a TapeAutomatic Rewind Tape Eject120 2Hr 3Hr 6Hr 160 8Hr 40Min 20 Min Check the Safety TABRecording Tape SpeedsRecording Several Recording FeaturesExpress Recording Recording FeaturesTimer Recording Information Timer RecordingUsing VCR Plus+ Timer Recording with VCR PLUS+Setting Up the Channel List Press Menu to enter the VCR PlusCode number VCR Plus+ RecordingRecording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program Stopping a Timer RecordingReviewing and Clearing Programs Audio Connection Recording Audio onlyPlaying Back Audio Only Two VCR Connection Using TWO Vcrs for Copying and Editing TapesUsing Dual Remote with Autoedit Page Programmingremote ProgrammingtheremoteControl Your Other Components VCR on-screen displays to see About Programming the RemoteProgramming the Remote to Control Operate the TVJVC TVCodes BrandSatellite Receiver Codes Operate the Cable BOX or Satellite ReceiverCable Box Codes Auxiliary Component Codes Programming the Remote to Control AN Auxiliary ComponentOperating the Auxiliary Component RCA, ProScan, and GE Codes Operate the ComponentOther Features Other FeaturesFeatures to Enhance VCR Operation Insert Tape Picture Search OptionsForward and Reverse Search Variable Speed Picture SearchCommercial Scan Search Button Frame AdvanceSlow Motion To Search Index SearchGO-TO Search Time Counter TrackingON-SCREEN Displays Audio SET-UP FeaturesTape Playback ReceptionPage Connections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges ConnectionsAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Connecting Your VCRJacks and Cables RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-typeAdvantages of AUDIO/VIDEO Cable Connections DON’T Forget about the Auto TV/VCR FeatureChoosing a VCR Connection TV with RF Jack only Using This ConnectionCABLE, Cable BOX, or Antenna VCR TV with AUDIO/VIDEO JacksAll scrambled channels must be viewed through the VCR To record a satellite receiver program TV with RF Jack and Satellite ReceiverTo record one off-air or cable program and watch another TV with AUDIO/VIDEO Jacks and Satellite Receiver Appendix a Reference Front Panel Slow + and Slow Slow motion Display PanelBack Panel Troubleshooting Tips Rewind does not operate Streaks in picture during normal playbackWill not record or play Will not recordTape plays back in slow motion VCR makes noise when stoppedClock shows incorrect time or date Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctlyCleaning the VCR SpecificationsLimited Warranty Indexappendix a Reference Index Tocom 1522622A North Meridian Street Indianapolis,