Before Using Your VCR 5
Removing the Plastic Cover from the Front Panel
A thin, plastic cover may protect the front panel of your VCR.
Before using the VCR, lift a corner of the plastic, then peel it off.
Putting Batteries in the Remote Control
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To open the battery compartment, push in the tab, then pull up the lid.
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Place two AA batteries inside the battery compartment with their + and – ends aligned as indicated.
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Close the battery compartment lid.
Using the Remote Control
•Do not put objects between the remote control and the VCR.
•Press the VCR button, then point the remote control at the VCR’s remote sensor, before pressing other VCR operation but- tons.
•Press the TV button, then point the remote control at the TV, before pressing other TV operation buttons.
•Press the CBL/DBS button, then point the remote control at the Cable Box/DBS, before pressing other Cable Box/DBS operation buttons.
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Erase Protection
Video cassettes have record tabs to ensure that recordings are not erased accidentally.
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To prevent accidental erasure, break off the tab with a screwdriver.
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To record again, cover the hole with cellophane tape.
VCR Maintenance
•Remove any light adhesive
•Periodic maintenance is required to maintain your VCR’s perfor- mance. Your VCR has an automatic head cleaner, but the video heads eventually will require cleaning or replacement. Cleaning or replacement of the video heads should be performed only by an authorized service center.
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Helpful Hints
•The remote control and its batteries are supplied.
•Do not mix alkaline and manganese batteries.
•Do not mix old and new batteries.
