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Connections & Setup

Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the

VCR to a TV

This graphic shows the RF coaxial cable supplied with your VCR. This will be the cable used for the basic connections represented in this chapter.

Notes: To hear stereo sound, you will need to purchase Audio/Video (A/V)

RF Coaxial Cablecables (not provided) and connect the VCR to the TV. A/V jacks and cables also provide a superior image and sound quality. For details about using this advanced setup, see the instructions on page 47.

Using A/V jacks to connect the VCR to the TV requires tuning to the TV’s Video Line Input to see the VCR’s picture. For more information about finding your TV’s Video Line Input, see page 46.

Choose Your Connection

There are several ways to hook up your VCR depending on the components connected. Please use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you and proceed to the appropriate page.

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Contents Changing Entertainment. Again VCRProduct Registration Important InformationIntroduction Key Features OverviewSqpb S-VHS Quasi Playback Pro-Tect Plus LockingTable of Contents Using the VCR’s Features Recording Features Chapter Overview Connections & SetupConnections & Setup Things to Consider Before Connecting ComponentsCable Considerations Choose Your Connection Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect VCR to a TVComponents Connection TitleConnect the antenna/cable feed to the VCR Connect the VCR to the TVConnect satellite receiver to the VCR TV + VCR + Satellite ReceiverConnect the antenna to your satellite receiver Connect the satellite feed to the satellite receiverTV + VCR + Cable Box Connect the cable box to the VCRConnect the cable feed to your cable box Put Batteries in the Remote Control Set the VCR’s CH 3/4 SwitchPlug in the VCR Turn on the TV and VCRUsing the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen Menus Accessing MenusComplete the QuickSet Guide Recording VCR BasicsThis page left blank intentionally Using the VCR’s Menu System Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up Features Using On-Screen MenusCable Box Setup LanguageAuto Channel Searching VCR Channels ListAdding or Removing Channels Changing the Signal TypeTime and Date Auto Clock Set FeatureAdditional Set Up Features in the Preferences Menu Setting Time and Date ManuallyTo Access the Preferences menu To Access Auto TV/VCR To Access Auto PlayRemote VCR1/VCR2 Option Auto PlayFront Panel Brightness VCR Display EnergySaverTape Speed To Select a Preferred Tape SpeedAuto Repeat Set Auto RepeatThis Page Left Blank Intentionally Using Remote Control Using the Remote Control Using the Remote ControlButtons of the Remote Control Using the Input Button Operating a Television with the VCR’s Remote Control Using the VCR’s Features Recording Features VCR FeaturesExpress Recording XPR To Activate XPRStopping a Timer Recording Timer RecordingTo Set Up to as Many as Eight Timer Recording Programs Reviewing and Clearing ProgramsCopying and Editing Tapes Using Two VCRs Picture Search OptionsForward and Reverse Search Frame Advance Slow MotionIndex Search To Activate Index SearchZero Search Pro-Tect Plus Locking FeatureTime Counter TrackingOn-Screen Displays Other Information Troubleshooting General ProblemsOther Information Incorrect time or date is shown Playback ProblemsTapes play back in slow motion VCR will not record Recording ProblemsFront Panel Function Displays Display PanelBack Panel Specifications VR355 Specifications VR545Cleaning the VCR Common Video Line Input scenarios How to Find Your TV’s Video Input ChannelConnect the satellite receiver to Advanced ConnectionFor how long after your purchase RCA VCR Limited WarrantyGlossary Index Index This page left blank intentionally This page left blank intentionally Thomson multimedia Inc