RCA VR618HF manual Use Tvvcr button, Set Auto TV/VCR feature

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Setting Up the VCR

Startup

10. Use TV•VCR button.

Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups.

When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture from the TV channel. This button lets you record a program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 21.

A. Press VCR to set the remote to control the VCR.

B. Press TV•VCR to see the picture from the VCR.

The VCR indicator lights in the display panel.

C. Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR.

The channel number changes in the display panel.

D. Press TV•VCR to see the TV channels.

The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel.

Change channels using the TVÕs remote.

E. Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel Ñ CH3 or

CH4.

F. Press VCR, then TV•VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR.

11. Set Auto TV/VCR feature.

If you used one of the basic hookups and did not connect the audio/video jacks of the VCR to the TV, leave the Auto TV/VCR feature set to ON.

If you have connected your VCR using the audio/video input of your TV, you can prevent the VCR indicator from turning on automatically and interrupting the cable or antenna signal to your TV.

A. Press MENU on the remote to see VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

B. Press 5 to display PREFERENCES.

C. Press 3 to select Auto TV/VCR: ON or OFF.

¥Select ON if you used one of the basic hookups and watch the VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. The VCR will automatically switch the TV¥VCR setting to VCR every time the VCR is turned on, a tape with the safety tab removed is inserted, or you press PLAY.

¥Select OFF if you used one of the advanced hookups and watch your VCR on the video input channel of your TV. The VCR indicator will not turn on automatically and the signal from your antenna or cable to your TV will not be interrupted. Pressing TV•VCR on the remote will still turn the VCR indicator on or off and switch the antenna system.

VCR MAIN MENU

1 VCR Plus+

2 Timer Recordings

3 Set Clock

4 Channels

5 Preferences

PREFERENCES

1 Remote Control: VCR1

2 Auto Play: ON

3 Auto TV/VCR: ON

0 Exit

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Contents USER’S Guide Important Information Product RegistrationTable 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 belowAntenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box Basic hookupAdvanced 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 VCRConnecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV . Continue toOption a hookup Option B hookupCheck accessories with VCR Attach power cord to back of VCRStartup Insert batteries in remoteTurn on the TV Turn on the VCRPlace channels in the VCR’s memory Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memory Select a language./Choisissez une langueSet the time and date Set Auto TV/VCR feature Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Controlling a TV Program the Remote for a TVOperate the TV Buttons Component ButtonsVCR Function Buttons Volume Up and Down TV Function ButtonsREW Rewind Slow / +Operating Instructions To Play a TapeUsing the Playback Features Tape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX FeatureAuto Play Feature Pause for Stop Action Picture SearchFrame Advance Fast Forward SearchSlow Motion Automatic TrackingManual Tracking Display Button Time CounterCommercial Scan Search Button Index SearchGo-To Search Blank SearchTypes of Recordings Recording SpeedsRecording Pause Basic Recording Operating InstructionsRecording While You’re Away VCR Plus+* Recording Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable-TVVCR Plus+TM Channel Worksheet Broadcast or Cable TV Station NameVCR Plus+ Channel Number 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 RecordingChecking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer Recordings Timer Recording From the VCR’s Line InputRecording While You’re Away Express Recording XPR Operating InstructionsExpress 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