RCA VR636HF manual Troubleshooting Tips

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APPENDIX: REFERENCE

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

No power

•Check to make sure it is plugged into an operating outlet.

•Check to make sure your connections are correct.

VCR does not respond to remote

•Press VCR to set remote to control the VCR.

•Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote.

•The batteries may need changing.

•Make sure the Remote VCR1/VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR can operate it.

Remote no longer controls an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV

•Press TV to set remote to control a compatible TV.

•Check to make sure the remote is programmed to control an RCA, ProScan, or GE TV.

Remote no longer controls a compatible TV

•Press TV to set remote to control the corresponding component.

•Check to make sure there are no objects between the component and remote.

•The batteries may need changing.

•Reprogram remote after batteries have been changed.

•Remove batteries and hold number button 1 for at least 60 seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote. Release number 1, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) reprogram the remote.

Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing

•Check to make sure the VCR indicator is off.

•Check to make sure the TV is switched to an active channel.

•Check to make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.

Snowy or no picture during playback

•Press TV•VCR to turn VCR indicator on.

•Check TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3 CH. 4 switch on back of VCR.

•Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channel you have selected.

•Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor.

•Check to make sure the TV monitor is set to video input.

•Try another tape.

•Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion playback.

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Contents Video cassette recorder Users guide Product Registration Cover or back. No user serviceable parts insideRefer servicing to qualified service personnel Important InformationTable of Contents Appendix Reference Other FeaturesProgramming the Remote ConnectionsFirst Things First First Things FirstHI, MY Name is LIZ… Read the First Three Sections WHAT’S LEFT?Connect Your VCR Install Batteries in the Remote ControlRemote control RF coaxial cable Unpack WHAT’S in the BOXTurn on the VCR Access the MenusPlug in the VCR Tune the TVPress 6 to display the Preferences menu SET UP the VCRPress 2 to switch Auto Play to on or OFF Press Menu to display the VCR Main MenuSetting UP the VCR ON-SCREEN Guide and Additional SET-UP FeaturesSetting UP the VCR On-Screen Menus Using the Quickset GuideUsing the Menu to SET UP Features LanguagePress 4 to display Channels menu Digital Satellite System SetupPress 8 to select the Language menu Select English, Español Spanish, or Français FrenchSatellite Receiver Codes Press 6 to select DSS SetupCable BOX Setup Cable Box SetupPress 4 to display the Channels menu 37, 43 22,46Anvision 15, 23, 24, 25, 30, 36To Auto Channel Search VCR Channels ListDetect Automatically To Change the Signal TypeTo Add or Remove Channels Auto Channel SearchSelecting Channels Auto Clock SET FeatureTime and Date Set the Time ZonePress 3 to display the SET Time Zone screen Set Daylight SavingsSpring forward Fall backward Press 3 to display Time menuSET the Time and Date Manually Time/Date DisplayPress 1 to display the SET Time and Date menu Press 4 to display the VCR Plus+ Channel List screen VCR PLUS+ ChannelsTwo-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable TV USA List VCR Plus+ Channel ListVCR PLUS+ Worksheet Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option Additional SET-UP Features Preferences MenuRemote Control Option Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set upAuto Play Auto TV/VCRAuto TV/VCR Tape Speeds EnergysaverFront Panel VCR Display Preferred Tape SpeedVCR Basics Learn the Basics to GET YOU StartedVCR Basics Remote Buttons Component ButtonsVCR Function Buttons Mute Reduces volume to minimum level TV Function ButtonsTV Buttons Playing a Tape PauseAutomatic Tracking Recording Check the Safety TABAutomatic Rewind Tape EjectPage Several Recording Options RecordingREC Select 1 to Create a New Program Timer RecordingTimer Recording Information Press 2 to display the Timer Recordings menuPress Menu to bring up the VCR Main Menu Timer Recording with VCR PLUS+Setting Up the Channel List Using VCR Plus+VCR Plus+ Recording Press Menu to enter the VCR PlusCode numberIndicate how often you want the program to be recorded Press 2 to display the Review Existing Progs. screen Stopping a Timer RecordingReviewing and Clearing Programs Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio ProgramRecording Audio only Playing Back Audio OnlyAudio Connection Two VCR Connection Using TWO Vcrs for Copying Editing TapesProgrammingtheremote Control Your TVProgrammingremote About Programming the Remote Programming the Remote to ControlOperate the TV TV Codes Page Other Features Features to Enhance VCR OperationOther Features Commercial Scan Search Button Picture Search OptionsForward and Reverse Search Slow MotionFrame Advance Index SearchTo Search GO-TO Search TrackingPRO-TECT Plus Locking Feature Time CounterLocking Your VCR Audio SET-UP Features ON-SCREEN DisplaysPress 7 to display the Audio menu Tape Playback ReceptionPage Connections Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsProtect Your Components from Power Surges ConnectionsAudio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type Connecting Your VCRJacks and Cables RF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-typeDON’T Forget about the Auto TV/VCR Feature Choosing a VCR ConnectionAdvantages 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 To record a digital satellite receiver program TV with RF Jack and Digital Satellite ReceiverIf the VCR can control your digital satellite receiver To record one off-air or cable program and watch anotherCoaxial 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 Streaks in picture during normal playbackWill not record or play Rewind does not operateClock shows incorrect time or date Time did not adjust for daylight-saving timeVCR makes noise when stopped Timer indicator flashesStereo 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,