RCA DVD/VCR manual Streaks in picture during normal playback, Tape won’t play

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Additional Information

¥If you are using A/V cables, make sure the TV is set to the Video Input Channel. Go to page 62 for instructions.

¥If you are not using A/V cables, make sure the DVD/VCR is not in Video Input Channel mode. Press INPUT on the remote control to return to normal viewing.

¥Try another tape.

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

Streaks in picture during normal playback

¥Press one of the CHANNEL +/- buttons on the front of the unit (or CH +/- on the remote) to move streaks up or down for the best picture.

¥Make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out.

Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes

¥The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered, the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again.

¥A minus (Ð) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.

¥The time counter disappears during search; this is normal.

Tape won’t play

¥Make sure there is a tape in the DVD/VCR.

¥Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.

¥Make sure the tape is not broken.

¥Make sure the DVD/VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.

Auto Channel Search doesn’t work

¥Make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.

¥Make sure the TUNING BAND: feature is set correctly.

¥May not be necessary if using a cable box for all channels. Contact your local cable company for more information.

Tape plays back in slow motion

¥ Press PLAY to return to normal playback.

Tape with safety tab removed doesn’t start playing

¥ Make sure the AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature is set to ON.

Time counter disappears during searching

¥ This is normal.

There is no stereo sound during playback

¥ Make sure the AUDIO MODE feature is set to Hi-Fito hear stereo sound during playback.

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Contents DVD/VCR Important Information Risk of Electric Shock do Not OpenClass Laser Product This page intentionally left blank Table of Contents Table of Contents DVD Menu System To add or delete channels from the VCR channel listAdditional Information Things to Consider Before You Connect ChapterCables Needed to Connect Components to Your DVD/VCR Connections and SetupCompatible Discs Connect the AC power cord into an AC outlet DVD/VCRPlease Read This Before Using the Digital Audio OUT Jack DVD/VCR + TV + Audio ReceiverTurn on the TV and DVD/VCR Install Batteries in the RemoteImportant Battery Information Using the Remote Control to Choose On-screen Menu Items Complete the VCR setupWhen finished, press Menu to exit Language SelectAuto Channel Search Time and DateMonth July Next Steps What to ExpectDVD and VCR Modes Menu SystemsButton Descriptions for DVD and VCR Modes DVD and VCR function buttons listed alphabeticallyUsing the Remote Control Button description for TV function buttonsUsing the Input Button Using the remote to Navigate through On-Screen MenusUsing Different Menus Regional CodingPlaying Discs Search Options To Load and Play a DVD DiscPicture Scan Freeze Frame and Frame AdvanceSlow Motion in Freeze Frame Mode Playback OptionsChapter Advance ZoomUsing the On-Screen Info Display DVD Disc Info DisplayAudio CD Info Display Video CD VCD Disc Info DisplayHow to Navigate the Info Display Time Display all Info DisplaysTitle/Track Icon all Info Displays Chapter Icon DVD Info DisplayAudio Language Icon DVD Info Display By default, subtitles are off. To turn subtitles onSubtitles Icon DVD Info Display Repeating Discs, Titles, Chapters, or Tracks Play Mode Icon DVD, CD Info DisplaysRepeat AB Repeat Random Audio CD and mp3Program Play DVD and Audio CD Info Displays IntroScan Audio CD Info DisplayCreating a Bookmark Using a BookmarkBookmark Icon DVD Info Display PBC Playback Control Video CD Info Display Clearing a BookmarkChanging the Camera Angle DVD Info Display Playing mp3 and WMA music files and displaying Jpeg files Displaying Jpeg files or playing mp3 or WMA filesPlaying Jpeg and mp3 music files at the same time VCR Basics Basic RecordingInstant Timer Recording ITR VCR FeaturesRecording Features Timer Recording Press the Menu button to display the VCR Main MenuTo review programs that you have already set up Time CounterPress the down arrow button until Program is ¥ To erase a program, press ClearInfo Display Index Search To Activate Index SearchExplanation of the VCR Menu System Clock MenuProgram Menu Program menu options are explained in detail onTuning Menu Setup MenuAudio Mode Auto Channel Search procedure is explained in detail onChild Lock Broadcast TypeAudio Output VCR Output ChannelPlay Mode Menu DVD Player Menu SystemPlay Menu StartDVD Menu System Parental Control MenuAutoPlay Locking your DVD/VCRChanging Your Password Resetting Your PasswordYou can change your password, but the player must be locked Unlocking your DVD/VCRExplanation of Rating Limits To Set Ratings for Rated TitlesTo Set Ratings for Unrated Titles Display Menu TV ImageSound Logic Sound MenuProgressive Scan Languages Menu Digital OutputChild Lock General Problems General DVD Problems Additional InformationPicture is distorted Picture is distorted during forward and reverse scanScreen saver appears on the TV Menu is displayed in a foreign languageGeneral VCR Problems Recording Problems Playback ProblemsDVD/VCR makes noise when it is stopped On-screen menus appear in a foreign languageTape with safety tab removed doesn’t start playing Streaks in picture during normal playbackTape won’t play Auto Channel Search doesn’t workForgot my password Cannot copy discs to video tapeDisc won’t eject Stereo Audio is too noisyCleaning Discs Maintenance of CabinetHandling Cautions Formation of CondensationBack of the DVD/VCR Description of Jacks from left to rightFront of the DVD/VCR from left to right Description of JacksSTiLL Ñ Tape is paused Stop Ñ Tape is stopped Front Panel DisplayDisplay Messages Explanation of Input Jacks and Cables Component Video Y, Pb, Pr Jacks and CablesVideo Jacks and Cables Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-typeModel DRC6100N Equipment Classification Industry Canada Compliance NoticeTrade Name Limited Warranty What your warranty coversWhat we will do ¥ Defect in materials or workmanshipHow state law relates to warranty What your warranty does not coverProduct Registration Limitation of Warranty How to find your TV’s Video Input Channel Video Input Channel VariationsAccessories Description PriceThomson Inc Trademarks Registered Marcas Registradas Thomson IncNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis,

DVD/VCR specifications

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