Connect the VCR Control (Model
1.Plug the VCR control cable into the rear panel VCR CONTROL jack.
2.Temporarily position the other end over the VCR’s remote control sensor (normally a small dark plastic window on the VCR front panel).
The remote control sensor may be labeled or identified in your VCR manual.
If it is not identified, scan the front of the VCR with your VCR remote control:
3.Hold the VCR remote control about
4.Slowly move the remote control to the right as shown in the figure.
5.Repeatedly press the VCR remote control’s power key on and off.
Scanning for the VCR remote control sensor
6.When your VCR responds to your pressing the remote control power, note the position. Temporarily tape the IR emitter to the position you marked until you verify that it works properly.
Test the VCR (Record/Stop) This Record/Stop test verifies the specified brand and code controls your VCR.
1.Turn the VCR power on.
2.Insert a recordable videotape into the VCR.
3.Using the satellite receiver front panel buttons, (don’t use the remote control) SELECT the VCR tab from the SYSTEM SETUP menu.
4.Highlight and SELECT your VCR brand as shown below.
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VCR | Audio Dynamics | 3 | Clear |
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Prefs | Bell & Howell | 4 |
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Remote | Broksonic | 5 |
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Test | Canon |
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5.SELECT the highlighted Code menu button.
6.SELECT the Record menu button under the Test column.
7.Verify the VCR is recording.
8.SELECT the Stop menu button.
8 Adding system components