Using the TV/VCR’s Features

Audio Features

The audio you select affects both tape playback and recordings.

Note: The TV/VCR must be properly connected to a stereo system using audio/video cables to hear stereo sound.

Press the SOUND button on the remote to select the type of audio you want to listen to or record. You can use the AUDIO ADJUST menu in the next chapter to adjust the sound.

Reception

Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or a Second Audio Program (SAP) which offers a second language. The SOUND button on the remote lets you select the type of audio you want to listen to or record. Press the SOUND button on the remote repeatedly to switch between STEREO, SAP or MONO.

•STEREO Used to hear/record normal or stereo broadcast TV. ST appears on the TV screen when stereo is being broadcast.

•SAP Used to hear/record a Second Audio Program. SAP appears on the TV screen when stereo is being broadcast. Records the selected audio (SAP or Main).

•Mono Used to hear/record monoaural sound.

Note: The TV/VCR defaults to mono if the stereo signal is weak, too noisy, or the program isn’t being broadcast in stereo (no indicator appears on the screen).

Tape Playback

The VCR records audio on both the Hi-Fi stereo and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. Records the audio (SAP or Main) selected with the SOUND button. To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your TV/VCR to a stereo system using the audio jacks.

Note: Tapes recorded on a mono VCR will automatically be played back in linear audio.

Press the SOUND button repeatedly to switch between LR, L, R, or mono (no display).

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L

R

 

 

 

 

(Hi-Fi)Used for normal playback. Both the left and right channels will be

 

 

 

 

 

played from the audio track.

• L (Hi-Fi)Used to hear the left channel of the Hi-Fi track played through both speakers.

•R(Hi-Fi)Used to hear the right channel of the Hi-Fi track played through both speakers.

•LINEAR (No Display) Used to play back the sound recorded on the linear monaural track, such as a Second Audio Program, or a dubbed voice-over.

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TV/VCR specifications

RCA, a name synonymous with innovation in the world of electronics, has a rich history that includes the production of televisions and VCRs, catering to home entertainment needs for decades. RCA televisions and VCRs have become staples in many households, known for their reliability, affordability, and ease of use.

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Despite the decline in VCR usage with the rise of digital formats, RCA remains a beloved brand that evokes nostalgia in many consumers. RCA's legacy in the realm of televisions and VCRs showcases a blend of innovation, practicality, and affordability, ensuring that it remains a notable player in the home entertainment industry.
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