RCA VG4251 manual Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program

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Recording a Program

Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP (Second Audio Program)

Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio language (SAP). The Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record.

To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP

Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TV’s video input.

1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place.

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. Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed.

The tape speed indicator appears in the VCR’s display panel and on the TV screen.

4. Select the channel or line input to be recorded.

The channel number or VIDEO appears on the TV screen.

5. Set the Reception: STEREO/MONO/SAP feature for the type of audio you want to record.

A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the

TV screen.

B.Press 5 to display the AUDIO menu.

C.Press 1 to select the type of audio Reception: STEREO, MONO, or SAP.

•Set to STEREO for normal recording and to record broadcast stereo TV.

The STEREO indicator lights in the VCR’s display panel when the station you are tuned to is broadcasting stereo.

•Set to MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too “noisy”.

•Set to SAP to record SAP (second audio program) instead of the main audio.

The SAP indicator lights in the VCR’s display panel when the station you are tuned to is broadcasting SAP.

Set the Tape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature to

LINEAR to hear SAP. Details are on page 17.

D.Repeatedly press 0 to remove the menus from the TV screen.

6. Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR to start recording. REC appears in the VCR’s display panel.

7.Press STOP on the remote or STOP•EJECT on the VCR when you are finished.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 Timer Recordings

2 Set Clock

3 Channels

4Preferences

5 Audio

AUDIO

1 Reception: STEREO

2 Tape Playback: HI-FI

0 Exit

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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 hookupStartup Check accessories with VCRInsert 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 InstructionsOperating Instructions One Touch RecordingOne Touch Display on TV Screen Setting a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away 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 AwayRecording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program Set the Tape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX feature toTo Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAP To Record Audio Only Recording 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 ForwardRF OUT Connector ANT. Antenna in 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