Magnavox VR601BMX, VR401BMX owner manual Recording One Channel/Watching Another, TV’s Antenna

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Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System (cont’d) 9

With this connection:

●You may watch one channel while recording another.

●You may not record scrambled channels.

1 VCR

 

2 Cable Box/DBS

AUDIO

ANT

L

IN

 

 

 

IN

VIDEO

OUT

OUT

OUT IN

CH3 CH4

 

 

 

Cable

RF coaxial

cable

Signal

 

75 ANT / CABLE

RF coaxial

3

TV’s ANTENNA

IN Jack

cable

Connections

1

Connect a Cable signal to the VCR’s ANT(enna) IN Jack.

2

Use an RF coaxial cable (supplied) to connect the OUT Jack on the VCR to the IN Jack on the Cable Box/DBS.

3

Use a second RF coaxial cable to connect the OUT Jack on the

Cable Box/DBS to the ANTENNA IN Jack on the TV.

Recording One Channel/Watching Another

1

Put the Cable Box/DBS on the same channel as the VCR’s CH3/CH4 switch. Set the TV to the Cable Box/DBS output channel (03 or 04).

Then, with the VCR in VCR position (the VCR/TV light will appear on the display panel), use the CHANNEL o/p but- tons to select the channel you want to record at the VCR. Start the recording.

2

Press the VCR/TV button once to put the VCR in TV position. (The VCR/TV light will disappear.)

3

Select the channel you want to watch at the Cable Box/DBS.

Helpful Hint

•When you play a tape, make sure the Cable Box/DBS is set to the same channel as the CH3/CH4 switch on the VCR. Set the TV to the Cable Box/DBS output channel (03 or 04).

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Contents VCR For Customer Use Warranty VerificationSafety Precautions FeaturesIntroduction Declaration of ConformityTable of Contents Putting Batteries in the Remote Control Before Using Your VCRVCR maintenance Replace the battery compartment lidDisconnect the antenna or cable from your TV Hookups Without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast SystemHookups Without a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System cont’d Hookups With a Cable Box/Direct Broadcast System ConnectionsRecording/Viewing Any Channel TV’s Antenna Recording One Channel/Watching AnotherVR601BMX Hookups with a Stereo TVTurning on Your VCR 2Turn on the TVPress the Menu button. The display shown below will appear Automatic Channel Setup Press the Menu buttonVR601BMX only Adding/Deleting Channels Automatic Channel Setup cont’dPress the STATUS/EXIT button once or twice to exit Reviewing Memorized ChannelsYou make each entry within 60 seconds of the previous entry Follow the steps below to set your VCR’s clock. Make sureDaylight-Savings Time Language Selection Remote Control Buttons Channel o/p Buttons Clear ButtonStatus Display example only On-Screen Status DisplaysIf 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 Playing VHS Quasi Play Back SqpbRead and follow the steps below to play a tape Insert a tape with its record tab intact in the VCR RecordingRECord light will appear 1Turn on the TV 2Insert a tape in the VCRRecording One Channel/Watching Another One-Touch Recording Timer Recording Do each step within 60 seconds of the previous stepDaily Timer Recording cont’d Tape Speeds Timer Recording cont’dChecking or Cancelling Timer Recordings RF coaxial cable Rerecording Tape DuplicationRepeat Play Press the PLAY/o button or the STOP/p button to selectPress the F.FWD/B button so that on appears beside Real-Time Counter Memory Press the Time Search button Time SearchForward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLP Special Effects PlaybackSuper High Speed Searching LP/SLP Viewing a Still PictureAutomatic Operation Features Understanding On-Screen Displays Specifically…Monitor Multi-Channel Television Sound System VR601BMX only cont’d Please see additional notes on Hi-Fi Stereo Sound System VR601BMX onlyBlue Background Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Cable Box/DBS Output Channel 03 or GlossarySpecifications 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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