RCA VG4259 manual Choosing a Hookup, What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

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Hooking Up the VCR

Choosing a Hookup

The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types:

Basic (A) and Advanced (B).

The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.

The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a TV with audio and video jacks. This connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.

Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.

1. How does your TV receive signals?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Outside antenna Ð Turn to page 3.

B.Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna Ð Turn to page 3.

C.Cable System Ð Go to question 2.

2.What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Cable without a box Ð Turn to page 3.

B.Cable box to unscramble all the channels Ð Turn to page 4.

C.Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc. Ð Turn to page 5.

Optional Hookups

How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes.

A.Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.

B.Then, modify the connections as shown on page 6.

*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.

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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 belowBasic hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxAdvanced hookup Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsCable SystemWith Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only Back of TVConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TVOption a hookup Option B hookupCheck accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote Turn on the TV Turn on the VCRPlace channels in the VCR’s memory To change the Signal TypeAdd or remove channels from the VCR’s memory Set the automatic daylight-saving time Select the languageSet the time and date Use Tvvcr button Set the display panel brightnessSet the Alert Sound Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookupsProgram the Remote for a TV Controlling a TVOperate the TV Component Buttons Remote ControlVCR Function Buttons TV Function Buttons Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Function ButtonsProgram the Remote for a Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Controlling a Cable Box or a Satellite ReceiverOperate the Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Auto Play Feature Power OffPlayback To play a tapeUsing the Playback Features Picture SearchSlow Motion Pause for Stop ActionDisp Display Button Time CounterZero Search Index SearchTo Index Search Blank Search Frame Advance SLOWF. ADV ButtonAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingTape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR Feature To Select Playback SoundCommercialaadvance Marking To Turn Off MarkingTo Select a Background for Playback CommercialaadvanceRecordings Normal RecordingRecording Speeds To Make a RecordingStopping a One Touch Recording in Progress One Touch RecordingDisplay on TV Screen VCR Plus+ Setup Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* RecordingA. List Canadian ListVCR Plus+TM Channel Worksheet Broadcast or Cable TV Station NameVCR Plus+ Channel Number Channel Number You Receive This Station OnSetting a VCR Plus+ Recording Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+ RecordingRecording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingChecking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputStereo Broadcast TV or SAP Second Audio Program To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAPUsing the Recording Features Pro-Tect Plus Child Lock FeatureTo Record Audio Only To Play Back Audio OnlyUsing Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible RemoteFront Panel Location of ControlsBack Panel Display Panel Specifications Cleaning the VCRTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryVCR Plus+ or timer recording not made Question Answer Limited Warranty Index 12,13,1629,34 North Meridian Street Indianapolis,