RCA VGM300 manual Location of Controls, Front Panel

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References

Location of Controls

Front Panel

Tape Compartment

Remote Sensor

CHANNEL/TRACKING (Up or Down)

Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs channel memory.

Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing.

EJECT

Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette.

FWD (Fast Forward)

Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped.

Searches the picture forward during playback.

INPUT

Turns the line input on or off. L1 or L2 appears in VCRÕs display panel and VIDEO1 or VIDEO2 appears on the TV screen.

Line input refers to the signal coming from the component connected to the audio/video input jacks on the back (L1) of the VCR or front (L2) of the VCR.

PAUSE

Pauses action for viewing during playback.

Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes.

PLAY

Plays a tape.

POWER

Turns the VCR on or off.

RECORD

Starts VCR recording.

Used for one touch recording.

Remote Sensor

Receives signals from the remote control. Aim the remote at this sensor with no objects between them.

REW

Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped.

Searches the picture in reverse during playback.

STOP

Stops the normal functions such as record, playback, rewind, fast forward, or pause.

TV•VCR

Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or the TV channel. See page 10.

VIDEO and AUDIO IN Jacks

Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these jacks.

Use INPUT to select L2 in the VCRÕs display panel to record from these jacks.

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Contents VCR User’s Guide Refer Servicing to Qualified Service Personnel Important InformationTable 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 System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels Cable BoxConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TVOption a hookup Option B hookupCheck accessories with VCR Attach power cord to back of VCRRemote Stock No AAA Batteries RF Coaxial Cable Power Cord StartupTurn on the VCR Select the VCR’s output channelSelect the VCR’s video system Select the language/Escoge una lengua/Selecione o idiomaPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySet the time and date Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Program the VCR for Remote Control Controlling a VCRComponent Buttons ButtonsVCR Function Buttons TV Function Buttons Program the Remote for a TV Controlling a TVOperate the TV Operating Instructions Ntsc Video Playback ModePlay a Tape Using the Playback Features Auto Head CleanerPause for Stop Action Frame AdvanceSlow Motion Picture SearchDigital Auto Tracking Manual TrackingDisplay Button Time CounterWhen you are finished, press Stop Zero SearchCommercial Scan Press Search twice to display the Zero Search menu.Using the Recording Features Types of RecordingsRecording Speeds Recording PauseBasic Recording Operating Instructions To Make a RecordingSetting a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away Timer RecordingWith the VCR Press Power and then Stop within a few seconds Check or Clear a Timer Recording Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputTimer Recordings menu Press Menuprog to proceed Select Cable Box or Satellite Receiver ChannelOperating Instructions One Touch RecordingOne Touch Display on TV Screen Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Using Dual Remote with AutoEditTMLocation of Controls Front PanelAntenna in Connector Antenna OUT ConnectorBack Panel Display PanelCassette-In Indicator Status IndicatorsTape Speed Indicators SP, LP, or SLP VCR Indicator Applies Only to Basic HookupsSpecifications Cleaning the VCRTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryTimer recording not made VCR makes noise when stoppedTime counter not working Will not record or playIndex FF and FWD Fast ForwardIndex