GE VGN550 manual Choosing a Hookup, What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

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Hooking Up the VCR

Choosing a Hookup

The hookups on pages 3 through 7 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B).

The Basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed.

The Advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a monitor/receiver

(TV with audio and video jacks). This type of connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.

Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.

1. How do you receive your TV signals?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Outside antenna Ð Turn to page 3.

B.Rabbit ears (set-top) and/or bow tie antenna Ð Turn to page 3.

C.Cable System Ð Go to question 2.

2. What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

Choose one answer from below.

A.Cable without a box Ð Turn to page 3.

B.Cable box to unscramble all the channels Ð Turn to page 4.

C.Cable box to unscramble only pay channels, such as HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc. Ð Turn to page 5.

*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.

Optional Hookups

How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?

A.Select a hookup by answering the questions above.

B.Then modify the connections as shown on page 6.

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Contents VCR User’s Guide Refer Servicing to Qualified Service Personnel Important InformationTable of Contents Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes? Choosing a HookupWhat type of Cable-TV system* do you have? Choose one answer from belowBasic hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxAdvanced hookup Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable boxBack of VCR Cable Box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TVOption a hookup Option B hookupCheck accessories with VCR Attach power cord to back of VCRStartup Insert batteries in remoteTurn on the VCR Turn on the TVSelect the VCR’s output channel Select the language/Escoge una lengua Place channels in the VCR’s memoryUse Tvvcr button Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Set the time and date Component Buttons ButtonsVCR Function Buttons TV Function Buttons Program the VCR for Remote Control Controlling a VCRProgram the Remote for a TV Controlling a TVOperate the TV Program the Remote Operate the Cable Box or Digital Satellite System ReceiverProgram the Remote for an Auxiliary Component Controlling an Auxiliary RCA ComponentOperate the Auxiliary Component Operating Instructions Video Playback ModePlay a Tape Tape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature Using the Playback FeaturesAuto Head Cleaner Pause for Stop Action Slow MotionDigital Auto Tracking Manual TrackingPicture Search Fast Forward SearchDisplay Button Time CounterIndex Search Index SearchZero Search Commercial ScanUsing the Recording Features Types of RecordingsRecording Speeds Recording PauseBasic Recording Operating Instructions To Make a RecordingRecording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingTimer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Check or Clear a Timer RecordingSelect Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Channel Operating Instructions One Touch RecordingDisplay on TV Screen Recording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAPRecording Audio Only To Record Audio OnlyUsing Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Using Dual Remote with AutoEditTMLocation of Controls Front PanelBack Panel Display PanelCassette-In Indicator Hifi IndicatorSAP Indicator Status IndicatorsTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryTimer recording not made VCR makes noise when stoppedTime counter not working Will not record or playSpecifications Cleaning the VCRIndex Add or Remove Channels from MemoryIndex Menuprog Button 10,11,12,14,18,19,27-28,30,31,34VCR Main Menu