RCA VG4251 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 TV’s video input channel.

1.Insert a tape with safety tab in place.

The cassette-in indicator lights in the VCR’s display panel.

2.If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears in the VCR’s 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 VCR’s display panel and on the TV screen.

4.Select the channel to be recorded.

The channel number appears in the VCR’s 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 VCR’s 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 TV’s channel buttons.

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

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Contents VCR User’s Guide Product Registration Important InformationTable of Contents Choosing a Hookup Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?What type of cable-TV system* do you have? Choose one answer from belowAntenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box Plug in power cords of VCR and TVBasic hookup Advanced hookupCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable boxBack of VCR Cable Box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels OnlyPlug in power cords of VCRs and TV Connecting Two VCRs for Copying TapesPlug in power cords of VCRs and TV . Continue to Option a hookupCheck accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote Turn on the VCR Turn on the TVPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Press 1 to begin Auto Channel SearchSelect a language./Choisissez une langue Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySet the time and date Press 2 to display SET Time and DateUse Tvvcr button Set Auto TV/VCR featureSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Press 2 to select Auto TV/VCR on or OFFVCR Function Buttons VCR Function ButtonsTo Play a Tape Operating InstructionsAuto Play Feature Using the Playback FeaturesPause for Stop Action Picture SearchSlow Motion Frame AdvanceAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingTime Counter Display ButtonStopeject on the VCR 00000Zero Search Commercial Scan Search ButtonTo Select Playback Sound Tape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX FeatureTypes of Recordings Using the Recording FeaturesRecording Speeds Recording PauseTo Make a Recording Types of Recordings Basic Recording Operating InstructionsOne 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 Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Checking or Clearing Timer RecordingsPress 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 Operating Instructions Refer to hookup on Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing TapesFront Panel Location of ControlsTape Compartment FWD Fast ForwardANT. Antenna in Connector RF OUT ConnectorBack Panel Display Panel Cleaning the VCR SpecificationsTrouble Heres what to try Trouble ChecksVCR makes noise when stopped Timer recording not madeCassette with safety tab removed does not start to Streaks in picture during normal playbackLimited Warranty Index