RCA VG4038/ VG4039 warranty Choosing a Hookup, What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

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Choosing a Hookup

The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B).

The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessoriesmay not be needed.

The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a monitor/receiver (TV with audio and video jacks) using a signal splitter. This connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.

Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR. 1. How do you receive your TV signals?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Outside antenna - Turn to page 3.

B.Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna - Turn to page 3.

C.Cable System - Go to question 2.

2.What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Cable without a box - Turn to page 3.

B.Cable box to unscramble all the channels - Turn to page 4.

C.Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc. - Turn to page 5.

*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.

Optional Hookups

How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?

A.Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above. B. Then modify the connections as shown on page 6.

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Contents Page Important Information VG4039Table of Contents Choosing a Hookup Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?What type of Cable-TV system* do you have? Plug in power cords of VCR and TV Basic hookupAdvanced hookup Connect as shownPlug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Such as HBO, ShowWe, Pay-Per-View, etaConnect as shown Cable Box CablexII,~,IIII.xII Back of VCRConnecting Tbo VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TVOption a hookup Option B hookupCheck accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote Tlurn on the TV IUrn on the VCRCheck the connections Press 4 to select Channel Setup Place dhannels in the VCR’s memoryAdd or remove channels from the VCR% memory PressVCR1 to set remote to control VCRUse TVeVCR button Set the time and dateSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Press VCR1 to set the remote to control the VCRComponent Buttons ButtonisVCR Function Buttons Buttons TV Function ButtonsProgram the VCR for remote control Controlling a VCRControlling a TV Operate the TVTo play a tape Operating InstructionsPress PLAY, if necessary Using the Playback Features Auto Play FeaturePause for Stop Action Slow MotionDisplay Button Frame Advance F.ADV ButtonAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingIndex Search Time CounterInsert the prerecorded tape and press Stop Go-To Search Time SearchCommercial Scan Search Button Types of Recordings Basic Recording Operating InstructionsRecording Speeds Recording FeaturesRecording Pause Operating Instructions One Touch Recording OTRMinutes up to 4 hours Press MENU*PROG on the remote to display Recording While You’re AwayPress Clear to erase a number Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* Recording ChannelA. Lisf Canadian ListSetting a VCR Plus+ Recording Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+ RecordingRecording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingRecording While You’re Away Timer Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ and Timer RecordingsTimer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input RecordingUsing Dual Remote with AutoEdit’ Using ‘Fwo VCRs for Copying and Editing ~TapesOperating InStructions Refer t0 hookup 0n Specifications Cleaning the VCRFront Panel Location of ControlsBack Panel Display Panel for VG4038 Display Panel for VG4039Trouble Double ChecksHere’s what to try Trouble Checks Trouble Here’s What To tryLimited Warranty Index Add Remove ChannelsPrintedin Singapore 20258570