VCR Basics | RCA VR616HF instruction

VCR BASICS

CLEAR Resets time counter to 0:00:00. Allows you to change entries when setting the clock or a timer recording.

EDIT Signals two properly connected compatible VCRs to begin copying a tape.

FWD Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches forward through a tape during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and increases slow-motion speed.

GO BACK Switches between two channels. Select one channel and then select another using the number buttons. Press GO BACK to switch between the two channels.

INFO Shows the status displays on the TV screen.

INPUT Selects between the line inputs and the VCR’s tuner. Line input refers to the signal coming from the component connected to the audio/video input jacks on the back or front of the VCR.

JOG SHUTTLE and Indicator Light Used with arrow buttons for frame advance and variable speed search. The indicator in the middle of the arrow buttons lights when JOG SHUTTLE is on.

MENU•PROG Displays VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen.

Numbers (0 through 9) Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing and holding 1 until 1 – – appears on the screen. Then press the other two numbers.

PAUSE Pauses playback or recording. Press PAUSE again to return to playback or recording.

PLAY Plays a tape.

PWR Turns the VCR on and off.

REC Starts VCR recording. Also used for express recording.

REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches backward through a tape during playback. Starts slow motion during play-pause and decreases slow-motion speed.

SEARCH Displays INDEX and GO-TO SEARCH menus on TV screen when VCR is stopped. Advances the tape 60 or 120 seconds of recorded material during playback.

SLOW + and – Used for slow-motion playback. Press + to increase the speed or – to decrease the speed.

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Contents

Video cassette recorder Users guide Product Registration Important Information Table of Contents Programming the Remote Other FeaturesConnections Appendix a Reference HI, MY Name is Susan Read the First Three Sections First Things FirstWHAT’S LEFT? First Things First Install Batteries in the Remote Control Unpack WHAT’S in the BOXConnect Your VCR Plug in the VCR Access the MenusTune the TV Turn on the VCR Press Menu to bring up the VCR Main Menu SET UP the VCR Setting UP the VCR Additional SET-UP FeaturesSetting UP the VCR Using the Menu to SET UP Features LanguageOn-Screen Menus To Auto Channel Search VCR Channels List To Change the Signal Type Detect AutomaticallyAuto Channel Search To Add or Remove Channels Time and DateSet Daylight-Saving Time Selecting Channels Spring forward Fall backward Time/Date Display VCR PLUS+ Channels Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel Numbers for Cable TV USA ListVCR Plus+ Channel List VCR PLUS+ Worksheet Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option Remote Control Option Auto Play Auto TV/VCRAuto TV/VCR VCR Basics Learn the Basics to GET YOU StartedVCR Basics Remote Buttons Component ButtonsVCR Function Buttons VCR Basics TV Buttons TV Function Buttons Automatic Rewind Playing a TapeTape Eject Pause Recording Check the Safety TABTape Speeds 120 2Hr 3Hr 6Hr 160 8Hr 40Min 20 Min Recording Several Recording Features Express Recording Recording Features Timer Recording Information Timer Recording Timer Recording with VCR PLUS+ Setting Up the Channel ListUsing VCR Plus+ Press Menu to enter the VCR PlusCode number VCR Plus+ Recording Stopping a Timer Recording Reviewing and Clearing ProgramsRecording Broadcast Stereo TV or SAP Second Audio Program Recording Audio only Playing Back Audio OnlyAudio Connection Two VCR Connection Using TWO Vcrs for Copying and Editing Tapes Using Dual Remote with Autoedit Page Programmingtheremote Control Your Other ComponentsProgrammingremote Programming the Remote to Control About Programming the RemoteOperate the TV VCR on-screen displays to see JVC TVCodes Brand Operate the Cable BOX or Satellite Receiver Cable Box CodesSatellite Receiver Codes Programming the Remote to Control AN Auxiliary Component Operating the Auxiliary ComponentAuxiliary Component Codes RCA, ProScan, and GE Codes Operate the Component Other Features Features to Enhance VCR OperationOther Features Forward and Reverse Search Picture Search OptionsVariable Speed Picture Search Insert Tape Frame Advance Slow MotionCommercial Scan Search Button Index Search GO-TO SearchTo Search Time Counter Tracking ON-SCREEN Displays Audio SET-UP Features Tape Playback ReceptionPage Protect Your Components from Power Surges Things to Know Before Connecting ComponentsConnections Connections Jacks and Cables Connecting Your VCRRF Jacks and Coaxial Cables F-type Audio/Video Jacks and Cables RCA-type DON’T Forget about the Auto TV/VCR Feature Choosing a VCR ConnectionAdvantages of AUDIO/VIDEO Cable Connections TV with RF Jack only Using This Connection CABLE, Cable BOX, or Antenna VCR TV with AUDIO/VIDEO Jacks All scrambled channels must be viewed through the VCR TV with RF Jack and Satellite Receiver To record one off-air or cable program and watch anotherTo record a satellite receiver program TV with AUDIO/VIDEO Jacks and Satellite Receiver Appendix a Reference Front Panel Slow + and Slow Slow motion Display Panel Back Panel Troubleshooting Tips Will not record or play Streaks in picture during normal playbackWill not record Rewind does not operate Clock shows incorrect time or date VCR makes noise when stoppedWill not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly Tape plays back in slow motion Cleaning the VCR Specifications Limited Warranty Indexappendix a Reference Index Tocom 1522622A North Meridian Street Indianapolis,