RCA VG4251 Use Tvvcr button, Set Auto TV/VCR feature, Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR on or OFF

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Setting Up the VCR

Startup

9. Use TV•VCR button.

Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.

When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture from the TV channel. This button lets you record a program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 19.

A. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.

The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.

B. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR.

The channel number changes in the display panel.

C. Press TV•VCR to see the TV channels.

The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.

Change channels using the TV’s remote.

D. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel — CH3 or CH4.

E. Press VCR, then TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.

10. Set Auto TV/VCR feature.

If you used one of the basic hookups and did not connect the audio/video jacks of the VCR to the TV, leave the Auto TV/VCR feature set to ON.

If you have connected your VCR using the audio/video input of your TV, you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically and interrupting the cable or antenna signal to your TV.

A. Press MENU on the remote to see VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

B. Press 4 to display PREFERENCES.

C. Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR: ON or OFF.

Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch the VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. The VCR will automatically switch the TV•VCR setting to VCR every time the VCR is turned on, a tape with the safety tab removed is inserted, or you press PLAY.

Select OFF if you used one of the advanced hookups and watch your VCR on the video input channel of your TV. The VCR indicator will not turn on automatically and the signal from your antenna or cable to your TV will not be interrupted. Pressing TV•VCR on the remote will still turn the VCR indicator on or off and switch the antenna signal.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings

2 Set Clock

3 Channels

4 Preferences

PREFERENCES

1 Auto Play: ON

2 Auto TV/VCR: ON

0 Exit

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Contents VCR 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 belowPlug in power cords of VCR and TV Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxBasic hookup Advanced hookupPlug 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 BoxConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TVPlug in power cords of VCRs and TV . Continue to Option a hookupCheck accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote Turn on the TV Turn on the VCRPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Press 1 to begin Auto Channel SearchAdd or remove channels from the VCR’s memory Select a language./Choisissez une langueSet the time and date Press 2 to display SET Time and DateSet Auto TV/VCR feature Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR on or OFFVCR Function Buttons VCR Function ButtonsOperating Instructions To Play a TapeUsing the Playback Features Auto Play FeaturePause for Stop Action Picture SearchFrame Advance Slow MotionAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingDisplay Button Time CounterStopeject on the VCR 00000Commercial Scan Search Button Zero SearchTape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature To Select Playback SoundUsing the Recording Features Types of RecordingsRecording Speeds Recording PauseTypes of Recordings Basic Recording Operating Instructions To Make a RecordingOne Touch Recording Operating InstructionsOne Touch Display on TV Screen Recording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingPress 1 to display Create a New Program menu Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputPress 2 for Review Existing Progs. feature Recording While You’re AwaySet the Tape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature to Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio ProgramTo Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP Recording Audio Only To Record Audio OnlyPress 1 to select Reception Stereo Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions Refer to hookup onLocation of Controls Front PanelTape Compartment FWD Fast ForwardANT. Antenna in Connector RF OUT ConnectorBack Panel Display Panel Specifications Cleaning the VCRTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryTimer recording not made VCR makes noise when stoppedCassette with safety tab removed does not start to Streaks in picture during normal playbackLimited Warranty Index