If your videocassette has the safety tab removed, the VCR will stop and automatically rewind the videocassette, eject it, and turn off the power when it reaches the end of the tape or blank section of the tape which lasts for more than 30 seconds.

Note: This function works only in PLAYBACK mode, not in RECORDING mode.

Rewinding or fast forwarding a tape at high speed

This function rewinds or fast-forwards T-120 tape for about 83 seconds. This time period will vary for different types of tape.

Press the REW or F.FWD button, then press it again.

To stop the tape, press the STOP button.

Remote Control Illustration.

Note: During super rewind/fast-forward, there will be an interval of 5 seconds between the time the STOP button is pressed and the time the tape actually stops. This is designed to protect the tape. To stop the tape earlier, press the REW or F.FWD button to restore the normal rewind/fast-forward speed, then press the STOP button.

To remove noise from the picture

Auto Tracking

Pressing the PLAY button starts the auto tracking feature, which automatically adjusts playback to eliminate static lines or picture noise that may appear on the screen.

Manual Tracking

Scratched tapes or poorly recorded tapes may require additional picture adjustment. You can do this with the remote control.

Remote Control Illustration.

Note: To reactivate auto tracking, simply eject the tape and reinsert it into the VCR.

Press the CH ( or ) button on the remote control or TRACKING button on the VCR when viewing a cassette.

Press either the or buttons until picture is clear.

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