RCA VR618HF manual Turn on the TV, Turn on the VCR, Place channels in the VCR’s memory

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Setting Up the VCR

Startup

4.Turn on the TV.

A.Turn on the TV.

B. If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the CH3 CH4 switch on back of VCR.

If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TVÕs video input. (See TV ownerÕs manual for details.)

5.Turn on the VCR.

A.Press VCR on the remote.

6.Place channels in the VCR’s memory.

The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption, the VCR will display a message on the TV screen prompting you to Auto-Search Channels for the VCR. If the message does not appear, go to step A below. If the message appears, follow the directions on the screen.

Wait until the channel numbers stop changing. This takes about one to two minutes. The TV will then tune to the lowest channel found. Pressing CHANNEL up or down will select only the active channels.

If you ever need to manually Auto-Search Channels because you change cable or antenna signals:

A. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen. If this menu does not appear:

¥Make sure TV is tuned to same channel as the CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the VCR or the TVÕs video input (refer to TVÕs manual).

¥Press VCR, then press MENU again.

¥If you use a basic hookup, check VCR indicator in display panel Ð it should be on. Press TV•VCR to turn it on.

¥Check the connections.

B. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu.

C. Press 1 to begin Auto Channel Search.

The VCR automatically selects CABLE (cable TV) or ANTENNA. If you need to change the setting manually, press 3.

Auto-Search Channels

Connect antenna cable...

then press CH UP.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR Plus+

2 Timer Recordings

3 Set Clock

4 Channels

CHANNELS

1 Auto Channel Search

2 Add/Remove Channels

3 Signal Type: CABLE

4 VCR Plus+ Channel List

0 Exit

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Contents USER’S Guide Important Information Product RegistrationTable of Contents What type of Cable-TV system* do you have? Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes?Choosing a Hookup Choose one answer from belowBasic 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 Pay Channels Back of VCROption a hookup Connecting Two VCRs for Copying TapesPlug in power cords of VCRs and TV . Continue to Option B hookupStartup Check accessories with VCRAttach power cord to back of VCR Insert batteries in remoteTurn on the VCR Turn on the TVPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Select a language./Choisissez une langue Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySet the time and date Use Tvvcr button Set Auto TV/VCR featureSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Program the Remote for a TV Controlling a TVOperate the TV Component Buttons ButtonsVCR Function Buttons REW Rewind Volume Up and DownTV Function Buttons Slow / +Operating Instructions To Play a TapeTape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature Using the Playback FeaturesAuto Play Feature Frame Advance Pause for Stop ActionPicture Search Fast Forward SearchAutomatic Tracking Slow MotionManual Tracking Display Button Time CounterCommercial Scan Search Button Index SearchGo-To Search Blank SearchRecording Pause Types of RecordingsRecording Speeds Basic Recording Operating InstructionsRecording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* Recording Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TVVCR Plus+ Channel Number VCR Plus+TM Channel WorksheetBroadcast or Cable TV Station Name Channel Number You Receive This Station OnSetting a VCR Plus+ Recording Recording While You’re Away VCR Plus+ RecordingRecording While You’re Away Timer Recording Setting a Timer RecordingTimer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer RecordingsRecording While You’re Away Operating Instructions Express Recording XPRExpress Display 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 Copying and Editing Using Compatible RemoteSpecifications Cleaning the VCRLocation of Controls Front PanelBack Panel Display PanelTrouble Checks Trouble Heres what to tryRewind does not operate Limited Warranty Index ADD/REMOVE Channel Menu