GE VG4256 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 5 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 TV with audio and video jacks using a signal splitter. This connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation.

Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR.

1. How does your TV receive 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 questions 1 and 2 above.

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

How to hook up a stereo amplifier/receiver.

A.Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above.

B.Then, modify the connections as shown on page 7.

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Contents VCR User’s Guide Important Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes How to hook up a stereo amplifier/receiverChoosing a Hookup What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?Basic hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxAdvanced hookup Plug in power cords of VCR, TV, and cable box Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All ChannelsCable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels Back of TVConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV . Continue toOption a hookup Option B hookupRecord on the VCR from an amplifier/receiver Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/ReceiverBack Amplifier/Receiver Check accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote Turn on the TV Turn on the VCRPlace channels in the VCR’s memory To change the Signal TypeAdd or remove channels from the VCR’s memory Set the Display Panel brightness Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Set the Alert Sound feature Set the Time and DateSet the Automatic Daylight-Saving Time VCR Function Buttons Power Off PlaybackTo play a tape End of TapeUsing the Playback Features Auto Play FeaturePicture Search Slow MotionDisplay Button Time CounterIndex Search Zero SearchCommercial Scan Search Button To Index SearchPause for Stop Action Frame Advance F. ADV ButtonAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingTape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR Feature To Select Playback SoundRecordings Normal RecordingRecording Speeds To Make a RecordingStopping a One Touch Recording in Progress One Touch RecordingDisplay on TV Screen Setting a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away Timer RecordingStopping a Timer Recording Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Checking or Clearing Timer RecordingsStereo Broadcast TV or SAP Second Audio Program To Record Stereo Broadcast TV or SAPUsing the Recording Features Pro-Tect Plus Child Lock FeatureRecording Pause To Lock the VCRUsing Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible RemoteLocation of Controls Front PanelBack Panel Display PanelSpecifications Cleaning the VCRTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryTimer recording not made Time did not adjust for daylight savingsVCR makes noise when stopped Cassette with safety tab removed does not start toLimited Warranty Index LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE MenuNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis,