RCA VR636HF manual Automatic Rewind, Tape Eject, Recording, Check the Safety TAB

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VCR BASICS

AUTOMATIC REWIND

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

TAPE EJECT

Press STOP•EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote) when it is stopped to eject the tape.

RECORDING

If you want to record something that you’re watching, you can use basic recording.

1.Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the remote (see “Preferred Tape Speed” in Setting Up the VCR section for information about tape speed settings).

2.Press the RECORD button to begin recording.

3.Press STOP to stop recording.

If you just want to pause the recording for a short time (such as during a commercial), press PAUSE instead of STOP.

CHECK THE SAFETY TAB

No matter which recording option you use, you need to make sure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape’s safety tab is in place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed.

Safety Tab

If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it, simply cover the hole with vinyl tape.

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Contents Video cassette recorder Users guide Refer servicing to qualified service personnel Cover or back. No user serviceable parts insideImportant Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents Programming the Remote Other FeaturesConnections Appendix ReferenceHI, MY Name is LIZ… Read the First Three Sections First Things FirstWHAT’S LEFT? First Things FirstRemote control RF coaxial cable Install Batteries in the Remote ControlUnpack WHAT’S in the BOX Connect Your VCRPlug in the VCR Access the MenusTune the TV Turn on the VCRPress 2 to switch Auto Play to on or OFF SET UP the VCRPress Menu to display the VCR Main Menu Press 6 to display the Preferences menuSetting UP the VCR Setting UP the VCRON-SCREEN Guide and Additional SET-UP Features Using the Menu to SET UP Features Using the Quickset GuideLanguage On-Screen MenusPress 8 to select the Language menu Digital Satellite System SetupSelect English, Español Spanish, or Français French Press 4 to display Channels menuSatellite Receiver Codes Press 6 to select DSS SetupPress 4 to display the Channels menu Cable BOX SetupCable Box Setup Anvision 22,4615, 23, 24, 25, 30, 36 37, 43To Auto Channel Search VCR Channels ListTo Add or Remove Channels To Change the Signal TypeAuto Channel Search Detect AutomaticallyTime and Date Auto Clock SET FeatureSet the Time Zone Selecting ChannelsSpring forward Fall backward Set Daylight SavingsPress 3 to display Time menu Press 3 to display the SET Time Zone screenPress 1 to display the SET Time and Date menu SET the Time and Date ManuallyTime/Date Display Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable TV USA List VCR PLUS+ ChannelsVCR Plus+ Channel List Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screenVCR PLUS+ Worksheet Remote Control Option Additional SET-UP Features Preferences MenuNow you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up Remote VCR1/VCR2 OptionAuto TV/VCR Auto PlayAuto TV/VCR Front Panel VCR Display EnergysaverPreferred Tape Speed Tape SpeedsVCR Basics VCR BasicsLearn the Basics to GET YOU Started VCR Function Buttons Remote ButtonsComponent Buttons TV Buttons Mute Reduces volume to minimum levelTV Function Buttons Automatic Tracking Playing a TapePause Automatic Rewind Check the Safety TABTape Eject RecordingPage Several Recording Options RecordingREC Timer Recording Information Timer RecordingPress 2 to display the Timer Recordings menu Select 1 to Create a New ProgramSetting Up the Channel List Timer Recording with VCR PLUS+Using VCR Plus+ Press Menu to bring up the VCR Main MenuIndicate how often you want the program to be recorded VCR Plus+ RecordingPress Menu to enter the VCR PlusCode number Reviewing and Clearing Programs Stopping a Timer RecordingRecording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screenAudio Connection Recording Audio onlyPlaying Back Audio Only Two VCR Connection Using TWO Vcrs for Copying Editing TapesProgrammingremote ProgrammingtheremoteControl Your TV Operate the TV About Programming the RemoteProgramming the Remote to Control TV Codes Page Other Features Other FeaturesFeatures to Enhance VCR Operation Forward and Reverse Search Picture Search OptionsSlow Motion Commercial Scan Search ButtonTo Search Frame AdvanceIndex Search GO-TO Search TrackingLocking Your VCR PRO-TECT Plus Locking FeatureTime Counter Press 7 to display the Audio menu Audio SET-UP FeaturesON-SCREEN Displays Tape Playback ReceptionPage Protect Your Components from Power Surges Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsConnections ConnectionsJacks and Cables Connecting Your VCRRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-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 ConnectionTV with AUDIO/VIDEO Jacks Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFFCoaxial cables Audio/video cables Splitter If the VCR can control your digital satellite receiver TV with RF Jack and Digital Satellite ReceiverTo record one off-air or cable program and watch another To record a digital satellite receiver programCoaxial cables and 6 audio/video cables TV with AUDIO/VIDEO Jacks and Digital Satellite ReceiverAppendix Reference Front Panel Display Panel Back Panel Troubleshooting Tips Will not record or play Streaks in picture during normal playbackRewind does not operate Will not recordVCR makes noise when stopped Time did not adjust for daylight-saving timeTimer indicator flashes Clock shows incorrect time or dateStereo audio too noisy No stereo sound during playbackLimited Warranty Cleaning the VCR SpecificationsIndex CH switch 5, 8, 52, 55 Accessing menusIndex VCR Main Menu Tocom North Meridian Street Indianapolis,