Magnavox VR401BMX, VR601BMX owner manual Rerecording Tape Duplication, RF coaxial cable

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32 Rerecording (Tape Duplication)

The instructions on this page show you how to copy tapes. The illustration uses two VR601BMX VCRs. Different VCRs may operate differently. To duplicate a tape, make the connections shown, then follow steps 1-7.

1.Audio cables from AUDIO OUT Jacks of VCR 1 to AUDIO IN Jacks of VCR 2

VCR 1

Playing VCR

 

 

 

VCR 2 - Recording VCR

 

 

AUDIO

ANT

AUDIO

ANT

L

 

L

 

IN

 

IN

 

 

OUT

IN

 

OUT

IN

 

 

 

R

 

 

R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VIDEO

OUT

VIDEO

OUT

 

 

 

 

OUT

IN CH3 CH4

 

OUT

IN

CH3 CH4

 

 

 

 

 

3. RF coaxial cable

 

 

 

2. Video cable from VIDEO OUT Jack

 

from the OUT jack of

 

 

 

 

VCR 2 to the TV’s

 

 

 

of VCR 1 to VIDEO IN Jack of VCR 2

 

 

 

 

 

ANTENNA IN Jack

 

 

 

 

 

Audio and Video cables are not supplied.

1

Make the connections shown above.

2

VCR 1 will play your tape. Put a prerecorded tape in VCR 1.

3

VCR 2 will record your tape. Insert a blank tape in VCR 2. The VCR must be in VCR position. (The VCR/TV light will appear on the display panel. If it does not, press the VCR/TV button once.)

4

Turn on the TV and set it to channel 03 or 04, whichever channel the CH3/CH4 switch on VCR 2 is set to.

5

Point the remote control at VCR 2. Press the Number buttons 0, 0, 1 or 0, 0, 2. (See Helpful Hints at right.)

6

Press the SPEED button to select SP or SLP at VCR 2.

7

Press the PLAY button on VCR 1 and the REC(ord)/OTR button on VCR 2 at the same time.

To stop recording, press the STOP/EJECT button on VCR 1, then press the STOP/EJECT button on VCR 2.

Helpful Hints

If you use the AUDIO and VIDEO IN Jacks on the back of VCR 2, press Number buttons 0, 0, 1 at step 5. AV REAR will appear on the screen.

If you use the AUDIO and VIDEO In Jacks on the front of VCR 2, press Number buttons 0, 0, 2 at step 5. AV FRONT will appear on the screen.

Unauthorized recording of copyright- ed television programs, video tapes, or other materials may infringe on the rights of copyright owners and violate copyright laws.

If a program has copyright protec- tion, it may not record clearly.

These instructions show you how to copy tapes using two VCRs like yours. Different VCRs may operate differently.

The VCR in the figure above is the VR601BMX. If you have the VR401BMX, use a single-plug audio cable to connect the AUDIO OUT jack on VCR 1 to the AUDIO IN jack on VCR 2.

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Contents VCR Warranty Verification For Customer UseFeatures Safety PrecautionsIntroduction Declaration of ConformityTable of Contents Before Using Your VCR Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlVCR maintenance Replace the battery compartment lidHookups Without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System Disconnect the antenna or cable from your TVHookups Without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System cont’d Recording/Viewing Any Channel Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemConnections Recording One Channel/Watching Another TV’s AntennaHookups with a Stereo TV VR601BMXPress the Menu button. The display shown below will appear Turning on Your VCR2Turn on the TV VR601BMX only Automatic Channel SetupPress the Menu button Automatic Channel Setup cont’d Adding/Deleting ChannelsReviewing Memorized Channels Press the STATUS/EXIT button once or twice to exitFollow the steps below to set your VCR’s clock. Make sure You make each entry within 60 seconds of the previous entryDaylight-Savings Time Language Selection Remote Control Buttons Clear Button Channel o/p ButtonsOn-Screen Status Displays Status Display example onlyIf you select Status ON, then select Counter only on If you select Status ON, then select Counter only OFFVCR Display Panel Front Panel Rear Panel Read and follow the steps below to play a tape PlayingVHS Quasi Play Back Sqpb Recording Insert a tape with its record tab intact in the VCRRECord light will appear 1Turn on the TV 2Insert a tape in the VCRRecording One Channel/Watching Another One-Touch Recording Daily Timer RecordingDo each step within 60 seconds of the previous step Timer Recording cont’d Timer Recording cont’d Tape SpeedsChecking or Cancelling Timer Recordings Rerecording Tape Duplication RF coaxial cablePress the F.FWD/B button so that on appears beside Repeat PlayPress the PLAY/o button or the STOP/p button to select Real-Time Counter Memory Time Search Press the Time Search buttonSpecial Effects Playback Forward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLPSuper High Speed Searching LP/SLP Viewing a Still PictureAutomatic Operation Features Monitor Understanding On-Screen DisplaysSpecifically… Multi-Channel Television Sound System VR601BMX only cont’d Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System VR601BMX only Please see additional notes onBlue Background Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Glossary Cable Box/DBS Output Channel 03 orSpecifications Renewed Index Supplied Accessories
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VR601BMX, VR401BMX specifications

The Magnavox VR601BMX and VR401BMX are two notable models from the renowned electronics brand Magnavox, catering to enthusiasts looking for quality and performance in the realm of VHS playback and recording. These devices blend classic functionality with modern features, appealing to both retro aficionados and those in need of reliable video playback solutions.

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