Magnavox MC192DMG, MC132DMG owner manual Helpful Hints cont’d

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The remote control is not available, or the remote control will not access the menu.

•Use the buttons on the front of the TV/VCR to access the menu. You cannot enter numbers (for example, to program a timer recording) using the front panel buttons. Details are on page 20.

TV/VCR has no power.

•Connect the power plug to an AC (alternating current) outlet completely.

TV/VCR power shuts off after 15 minutes.

•To save energy, the TV/VCR will shut itself off after 15 minutes when it is on a channel that is not receiving a broadcast signal (for example, a station that has gone off the air for the night). This is normal.

TV/VCR does not have a picture.

•Adjust the antenna. Details are on page six.

•Adjust the TV/VCR picture controls. Details are on pages 24-25.

•Select an active channel.

TV/VCR has poor sound or no sound.

•Adjust the volume.

•Press the MUTE button to restore the volume.

Tape playback is poor or tape is destroyed.

•Adjust the tracking. Details are on page 52.

•If moisture has accumulated in your TV/VCR, keep the power on for at least two hours, but do not try to play a tape. Details are on page 54.

•Do not use a destroyed tape.

TV/VCR does not display closed captions.

•Make sure COUNTER ONLY is OFF. Details are on page 26.

•Make sure closed captioning is available for the program. Refer to the TV listings in your local newspaper.

Remote control does not operate TV/VCR.

•Aim the remote control directly at the TV/VCR’s remote sensor. Details are on pages five and 20.

•Remove all obstacles between the remote control and the TV/VCR.

•Inspect and replace the batteries in the remote control. Details are on page five.

Number buttons will not select channels above 69.

•Enter channel numbers as a two-digit number. If you want to select channels 100 and above, enter channel numbers as a three-digit number. Details are on page 22.

•If you are using an antenna, only channels 2-69 will be available.

You cannot insert a tape into the TV/VCR.

•Insert the tape window side up, with the record tab facing you.

•Make sure a tape isn’t already in the TV/VCR by pressing the STOP/EJECT button on the TV/VCR.

•Gently push on the center of the tape. Never force a tape into the TV/VCR.

•If you have set a timer recording and the TV/VCR power is off, the TV/VCR will eject the tape if the record tab is missing.

You cannot remove the tape from the TV/VCR.

•Make sure the power plug is completely connected to an AC (alternating current) outlet.

•If a timer recording is programmed, turn on the TV/VCR power, then eject the tape. Be sure to insert a tape and turn off the TV/VCR power for the timer recording.

•Unplug the TV/VCR power cord for five minutes. Then, plug in the power cord again, then press the POWER button on the TV/VCR. If the tape does not eject, press the STOP/EJECT button on the TV/VCR three to five times. If the tape still does not eject, an authorized servicer may need to remove the tape.

TV/VCR ejects the tape when you try to start a recording.

•Make sure the tape has a record tab. Details are on page five.

The cylinder rotates when tape playback is stopped.

•To enable the quick play mechanism, the cylinder will rotate for about five minutes. This is normal. The quick play mechanism switches the tape mechanism from Stop to Play in just one second.

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Contents MC132DMG/MC192DMG For Customer Use Dear Magnavox product ownerModel No Serial No Declaration of Conformity FeaturesSafety Precautions IntroductionTable of Contents TV/VCR Maintenance Putting Batteries in the Remote ControlBattery Safety Using the Remote ControlRod Antenna Hook up your TV/VCR using one of the connections shownHooking Up the TV/VCR RF coaxial cable Not suppliedAudio and video cables are not supplied Hooking Up the TV/VCR cont’dCrooked Pin Straight Pin Select another channel Press the Power button. The TV/VCR willYou cannot set up channels if you are using a Cable Box Turning On the TV/VCRPress the STATUS/EXIT but Ton Language SelectionPress the Menu button Press the Menu buttonWait for the TV/VCR to set up channels Automatic Channel SetupLine Input mode Repeat steps 3-4 to add or delete other channels Adding/Deleting ChannelsSteps Press the CHannel o/p buttons orChannels are set. Details are on Setting the ClockManual Clock Setting Cable Box users must set the clock manuallyPM, press 09, 30 Setting the Clock cont’dButtons for the year. For example, for July FWD/B button Ton to select PRIM. SETUP. Then, pressAutomatic PBS Channel Selection Press the PLAY/ button or the STOP/ but- 1,4Wait for the TV/VCR to find the time NOW Searching flashes on the TV/VCR screenManual PBS Channel Selection Use the Number buttons to select your PBS station Daylight-Savings Time Clock is OFF Time ZoneFront Panel To the TV/VCR ANTenna Jack AC Power CordRear Panel Details are on page sixRemote Control Buttons ALT. CH Alternate Channel Button Clear ButtonSTATUS/EXIT Button STOP/ ButtonMenus on page 25 will disap Refer to the chart onWhen you finish, press the STATUS/EXIT but- ton Press the PLAY/ button or the STOP/ butDecreased brightness Adjusting the Picture Controls cont’dDecrease Increase More brilliantIf you select Status OFF On-Screen Status DisplaysIf you select Status ON, then select Counter only OFF If you select Status ON, then select Counter only onReminder Follow the steps below to play a tape PlayingRecording options are on pages Read and follow the steps below to record a TV programTo stop recording, press the STOP/ button Tape Speeds HrsTon on the TV/VCR to stop One-Touch RecordingTape is in the TV/VCR. The record tab must be intact TV/VCR will turn off at the end of the OTRRerecording Tape Duplication TV/VCR is now in Line Input modeDaily Timer RecordingDetails are on Recording’s stop time. AM or PM will be set Follow the instructions in to setAutomatically You cannot use the Speed button at this time Timer Recording cont’dIf Program not Completed appears, start again at step During the power failure Checking or Clearing Timer RecordingsFollow the steps below to prevent accidental recording Defeat RecordingTUS/EXIT button Repeat Play Play modeTV programming will appear while the tape is rewinding Insert a tape in the TV/VCR Press the Menu button B Repeat PlayInsert a tape in the TV/VCR Will become a flashing B PowerCounter will appear on the screen Setting will be lostSuper High Speed Searching LP/SLP Still modePlayback Options Forward and Reverse Searching SP/LP/SLPSmartLock Use the Number buttons to enter your access codeSmartlock menu will appear BLOCKED... message appears Ratings will remain blocked even after a power failureSmartLock cont’d Example Specific Sub-ratingsActive code again Use the Number buttons to enter your old access codeUse the Number buttons to enter your desired Same code in the Confirm Code spaceRating Explanations FWD/B button repeatedly so that OFF or on Blue BackgroundPress the PLAY/o button or the STOP/p button To select Blue BACKGROUND. Then, pressSleep timer during a recording Sleep TimerWake Up Timer Volume Bar Example Closed CaptionMenu Screen Sample Picture Half-screen text Sample Picture Standard Closed Captions Automatic Operation Features Glossary Helpful Hints Helpful Hints cont’d Specifications Renewed Index MC132DMG/MC192DMG 3/22/02 121 PM Supplied Accessories
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