RCA VR642HF manual Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes, Option a hookup, Option B hookup

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Hooking Up the VCR

Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes

Option A hookup.

Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories.

1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 and then modify with this connection.

2. Set the 3CH.4 switch on the playback VCR to either channel 3 or 4.

Tune the recording VCR to this channel to receive the signal from the playback VCR.

3. Connect as shown.

This connection may require additional accessories not provided.

4. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 5. Continue to page 8.

Option B hookup.

Use this hookup for slightly improved copy quality, Hi-Fi, stereo playback and more convenient operation Ñ use of the TV•VCR button is not required.

1. Select a hookup from pages 2 through 5 and then modify with this connection.

2. Connect as shown.

This connection requires additional accessories not provided. A Y-adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels if your other VCR is not stereo.

3. Plug in power cords of VCRs and TV. 4. Continue to page 8.

Select the line (audio/video) input on the recording VCR to receive the signal from the playback VCR.

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

A

Playback VCR

From Antenna, Cable
or Cable Box
R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
	RF Coaxial Cable
Recording VCR		(supplied)
Recording VCR
R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4
VIDEO1
		RF Coaxial
Audio/Video		Cable
Audio/Video	or
Cables	or

Use the hookup to the TV as previously selected on pages 3, 4, or 5.

B

Playback VCR (only)

R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4

VIDEO1

Audio/Video

Cables

Recording VCR

From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box

R		IN FROM
		IN FROM
AUDIO1		ANT.
L		VHF/UHF
OUT	IN	OUT TO TV
OUT	IN
		3 CH. 4
VIDEO1

	Audio/Video	or	RF Coaxial Cable
			(supplied)
	Cables

Use the hookup to the TV as previously selected on pages 3, 4, or 5.

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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 How to hook up a stereo amplifier/receiverChoosing a Hookup What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?Advanced 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 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 hookupBack Amplifier/Receiver Connecting a Stereo Amplifier/ReceiverRecord on the VCR from an amplifier/receiver Check accessories with VCR StartupInsert batteries in remote Turn on the TV Turn on the VCRAdd or remove channels from the VCR’s memory To change the Signal TypePlace channels in the VCR’s memory Set the Auto TV/VCR feature Use Tvvcr buttonSkip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups Skip this step if you used one of the basic hookupsSet the Time and Date Set the Automatic Daylight-Saving TimeSet the display panel brightness VCR Function Buttons Chan Channel Up or DownPower Off PlaybackTo play a tape End of TapeAuto Repeat Feature Using the Playback FeaturesAuto Play Feature Display Button Time CounterTo Index Search Index SearchZero Search Blank Search Picture SearchSlow Motion Fast Forward SearchPause for Stop Action Frame Advance F. ADV ButtonAutomatic Tracking Manual TrackingTape Playback HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature To Select Playback SoundCommercialaadvance Marking To Turn Off MarkingTo Select a Background for Playback CommercialaadvanceRecordings Normal RecordingRecording Speeds To Make a RecordingDisplay on TV Screen Express RecordingStopping an Express Recording in Progress Stopping a Timer Recording Recording While You’re Away Timer RecordingSetting 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 Audio To Play Back Audio OnlyUsing Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible RemoteBack Panel Location of ControlsFront Panel Cassette-in Indicator Hi-FiIndicatorPower Indicator SAP IndicatorSpecifications Cleaning the VCRQuestions & Answers About COMMERCIAL66ADVANCE Question AnswerTrouble 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 ADD/REMOVE Channel MenuNorth Meridian Street Indianapolis,