RCA TV/VCR manual VCR Recording Problems

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Snow or streaks in picture or no picture during tape playback

•Some snow/ streaks are normal during search, pause, frame advance, and slow-motion playback.

•Check tape- it may be worn out or of poor quality.

•Might need to adjust the tracking. Go to page 31 for instructions.

TV/VCR makes noise when stopped

•TV/VCR is removing tape from heads, which is normal. The head cylinder inside the TV/VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in stop mode.

VCR Recording Problems

PROGRAM EVENT indicator on front of TV/VCR is flashing

•A timer program has been set and you turned off the TV/VCR, but you haven’t inserted a tape into the VCR or the tape you inserted has had its safety tab removed. Go to page 27 for instructions.

Cannot record one program while watching a different program

•The TV/VCR only has one tuner. Only one program can be watched and recorded at the same time.

Timer recording didn’t work

•Program entered incorrectly. Go to page 27 for instructions.

•If the TV/VCR is connected to a cable box or satellite receiver, the cable box or receiver was not turned on and tuned to correct channel at time recording was to begin.

•Check to see if the TV/VCR’s time and date was set correctly. Go to 34 for more information.

•Program exceeded tape’s length or tape was not rewound beforehand.

•No tape in TV/VCR or tape inserted without a safety tab.

The Remote Control Doesn’t Work

•You have to make sure the remote control is in the right mode — if you’re using VCR features, you need to press the VCR button on the remote to put it in VCR mode. If you’re using TV functions, you need to press the TV button to put the remote in TV mode.

•Something might be between the remote and the remote sensor on the component. Make sure there is a clear path.

•Maybe the remote isn’t aimed directly at the TV/VCR.

•Maybe batteries in remote are weak, dead or installed incorrectly. Put new batteries in the remote.

•You might need to drain the remote’s microprocessor: remove batteries and press the number 1 button for at least 60 seconds. Release the 1 button, replace the batteries, and (if necessary) program the remote again.

Problems with V-Chip/Parental Controls

The rating limits don’t work

•You must turn V-Chip on. Go to the main MENU (press MENU on your remote), select V-CHIP BLOCK, and set STATUS to ON. Go to page 22 for instructions.

I don’t remember my password and I want to unlock the TV/VCR

•If you forget your password, unplug the TV/VCR, simultaneously press and hold VOL up and STOP/EJECT buttons on the front of the TV/VCR while you plug the TV/VCR in. Hold for two seconds and release. This resets the password so you can enter a new one.

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Contents TV/VCR Changing Entertainment. AgainImportant Information Product RegistrationKey Features Overview IntroductionChip Parental Controls Component Input JacksThis page intentionally left blank Table of Contents Additional Information FeaturesUsing the TV/VCR’s Menu System Chapter Overview Changing Entertainment. AgainConnections & Setup Things to Consider Before You ConnectChoose Your Connection ComponentsConnection TitleConnect the antenna/cable feed to the TV/VCR Connection TV/VCR OnlyGo To Connection TV/VCR + DVD Player Connect your cable or antenna to your TV/VCRConnect your DVD Player to your TV/VCR Optimum Connection illustrated aboveConnect antenna or cable to your satellite receiver Connection TV/VCR + Satellite ReceiverConnect the satellite receiver to the TV/VCR How to Use the Remote Control to Complete the Initial Setup Plug in the TV/VCRPut Batteries in the Remote Turn on the TV/VCRAutomatically Searching for Channels Initial SetupSelect a Language To set the clock Setting the ClockAdd or Erase Channels VCR Basics Playing a TapeBasic Recording Automatic RewindRemote Control Remote Control Buttons on the Remote ControlRemote Control How to Program the Remote Using Automatic Code SearchProgramming the Remote to Operate Other Components Find Out If You Need to Program the RemoteUsing Direct Entry How to Use the Remote After You’ve Programmed ItHow to Order a New Remote Control Code List VCRUsing the TV/VCR’s Features Using the TV/VCR’s Features Parental Controls and V-ChipHow V-Chip Works New Rating SystemsTV-MA TV-14TV Guidelines AGE D L S V FV TV-Y TV-Y7 TV-G TV-PG PG-13 Age-Based Description for Mpaa Age-Based RatingsNC-17 Download New Rating System Turning V-Chip Block On and OffRecording Features Timer RecordingRecording Speeds Recording PauseCheck, Change, or Delete Timer Recordings Copying and Editing Tapes One-Touch RecordingPicture Search Options Frame AdvanceSlow Motion To Select a Specific Index Number for Index PlaybackTracking Time CounterTape Playback Audio FeaturesReception Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System Using the TV/VCR’s Menu System How to Use Your TV/VCR’s Menu SystemAccessing Menus Exiting from a menuTo set the on Timer or Sleep Timer Automatic Clock SetBass Setting Closed-Caption Modes To set the Closed Caption ModeFunction Energy Save OFF Blue Screen Repeat Play Other Information Troubleshooting Other InformationVCR Playback Problems VCR Recording Problems Remote control sensor Front PanelCare and Cleaning Back PanelRCA TruFlat TV/VCR Combination Limited Warranty Limitation of Warranty How state law relates to this warrantyInput Channel If you purchased your product outside the United StatesAccessories On nextVideo Accessories PO Box Ronks, PA To OrderIndex IndexVCR This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank This page intentionally left blank Thomson multimedia Inc North Meridian Street Indianapolis,

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