RCA VR618HF manual Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes

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Recording a Program

Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes

Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.)

Use this VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have another compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE VCR that has a remote with VCR1 and VCR2 buttons, use the editing feature

described below.

Caution: The unauthorized recording of television programs and other materials may infringe the rights of others.

1.Turn on the TV and VCRs.

2.Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input.

3.If you have connected your VCR using Option A (page 6), tune recording VCR to channel 3 or 4 Ñ the one selected on the back of the playback VCR.

If you have connected your VCR using Option B (page 6), press INPUT on recording VCRÕs remote to select the line input (L1).

4.Insert the tape you want to copy into playback VCR. Insert a blank tape with safety tab in place into recording VCR.

To prevent recording on-screen displays from the playback VCR, press

DISPLAY three times. See page 18 for details.

5.Press PLAY, then PAUSE on playback VCR when you reach the point on the tape or program where you want to begin copying. If the tape was not recorded on the playback VCR, streaks may appear and you may need to adjust tracking.

6.Press RECORD, then PAUSE, on recording VCR.

7.Press PAUSE buttons on both VCRs at the same time to begin copying the tape.*

8.Edit out segments that you do not want to copy by pressing PAUSE on recording VCR to stop copying the tape. Then locate the next segment you want to copy on the playback VCR by using FWD, REW, and PLAY. Press PAUSE on the playback VCR. Press PAUSE at the same time on both VCRs to resume copying.

9.Press STOP on both VCRs when you are finished.

* You may turn off the TV after the recording has started as it does not have to be on to copy a tape.

Copying and Editing Using Compatible Remote

If you have a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE remote with VCR1 and VCR2 buttons, you can program this VCR to respond to VCR1 or VCR2. This will allow you to control both VCRs with one remote for easier copying and editing.

Set the Remote Control feature of this VCR to the VCR1 or VCR2 position. The remote then controls the VCR with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button Ñ whichever position you select in the menu.

1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU.

2. Press 5 to display PREFERENCES.

3.Press 1 to activate the Remote Control feature.

4. Press VCR1 or VCR2 on your compatible remote to change the setting and program this VCR to respond to the VCR1 or VCR2 button Ñ whichever you select.

Important Reminder: Remember you must press VCR1 or VCR2 on the remote Ñ whichever you selected in the menu Ñ before the remote will operate this VCR.

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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

Press VCR2 to change

PREFERENCES

1 Remote Control: VCR2

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 belowAdvanced hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable BoxBasic 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 remotePlace channels in the VCR’s memory Turn on the TVTurn on the VCR Set the time and date Add or remove channels from the VCR’s memorySelect a language./Choisissez une langue Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Set Auto TV/VCR featureUse Tvvcr button Operate the TV Controlling a TVProgram the Remote for a TV VCR Function Buttons ButtonsComponent Buttons Volume Up and Down TV Function ButtonsREW Rewind Slow / +Operating Instructions To Play a TapeAuto Play Feature Using the Playback FeaturesTape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature Pause for Stop Action Picture SearchFrame Advance Fast Forward SearchManual Tracking Slow MotionAutomatic 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 RecordingRecording While You’re Away Checking or Clearing VCR Plus+ or Timer RecordingsTimer Recording From the VCR’s Line Input Express Display on TV Screen Express Recording XPROperating Instructions 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