RCA VR636HF manual Reception, Tape Playback

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RECEPTION

Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a second audio program (SAP) which off ers a second language.The Reception feature lets you select the type of audio you want to record. Press 1 to switch between Reception: STEREO, MONO, and SAP.

•Select STEREO for normal or stereo broadcast TV recording.

•Select MONO if the stereo signal is weak and the sound is too noisy.

•Select SAP to record a second audio program instead of the normal audio on both the hi-fi and linear tracks.

TAPE PLAYBACK

The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Press 2 to switch betweenTape Playback:HI-FI, LINEAR and MIX.

To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a ster eo television or amplifier/receiver using the audio/video jacks.The Tape Playback feature lets you select which audio you play back.

•Select HI-FI to play back sound recorded on the Hi-Fi track and for normal use.

•Select LINEAR to play back the sound recorded on the linear monaural track, such as a second audio program (SAP) or a dubbed voice-over.

•Select MIX to play back the sound recorded on both the linear track and the Hi-Fi track, sound-on-sound.

To receive Hi-Fi stereo sound, use audio-video cables with a compatible TV or receiver. Using only the RF OUT jack will not produce stereo sound.

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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 menuON-SCREEN Guide and Additional SET-UP Features Setting UP the VCRSetting UP the VCR 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 SetupCable Box Setup Cable BOX SetupPress 4 to display the Channels menu 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 screenTime/Date Display SET the Time and Date ManuallyPress 1 to display the SET Time and Date menu 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 SpeedsLearn the Basics to GET YOU Started VCR BasicsVCR Basics Component Buttons Remote ButtonsVCR Function Buttons TV Function Buttons Mute Reduces volume to minimum levelTV Buttons Pause Playing a TapeAutomatic Tracking 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 MenuPress Menu to enter the VCR PlusCode number VCR Plus+ RecordingIndicate how often you want the program to be recorded Reviewing and Clearing Programs Stopping a Timer RecordingRecording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screenPlaying Back Audio Only Recording Audio onlyAudio Connection Two VCR Connection Using TWO Vcrs for Copying Editing TapesControl Your TV ProgrammingtheremoteProgrammingremote Programming the Remote to Control About Programming the RemoteOperate the TV TV Codes Page Features to Enhance VCR Operation Other FeaturesOther Features Forward and Reverse Search Picture Search OptionsSlow Motion Commercial Scan Search ButtonIndex Search Frame AdvanceTo Search GO-TO Search TrackingTime Counter PRO-TECT Plus Locking FeatureLocking Your VCR ON-SCREEN Displays Audio SET-UP FeaturesPress 7 to display the Audio menu 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-typeChoosing a VCR Connection DON’T Forget about the Auto TV/VCR FeatureAdvantages of AUDIO/VIDEO Cable Connections 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,