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RCA VR337 User's Manual

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2. S USER GUIDE 4 VIDEO CASSETTE INFEO Introduction Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard do not expose this product to rain or moisture Cautions L WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE RISKOFELECTRICSHocK REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates dangerous This symbol indicates important voltage inside the product that instructions accompanying the presents a risk of electric shock or product personal injury Caution To prevent electric shock match wide blade of plug to wide slot fully insert Attention Pour viter les chocs lectriques introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq au fond Do not defeat the safety feature of the plug The wide blade fits into the wall socket only one way If you need an extension cord make sure it matches the plug of the product For U S A Operate VCR only on 120 volts 60Hz AC power normal house power FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user s authority to operate it Note To Cable TV Installer Product Registration This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820 40 of the National Electrical Code Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical
3. e One year for parts The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental What we will do e Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your VCR e Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter for the new or at our option refurbished replacement parts required to repair your VCR How you get service e Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter To identify your nearest Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter ask your dealer look in the Yellow Pages or call 1 800 336 1900 e Show the service technician your evidence of purchase date e Pick up your VCR when repairs are completed What your warranty does not cover e Customer instruction Your Owner s Manual clearly describes how to install adjust and operate your VCR Any additional information should be obtained from your Dealer e Installation and related adjustments e Signal reception problems not caused by your VCR e Damage from misuse or neglect e Cleaning of video audio heads e Remote control batteries e AVCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes e A VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA e Acts of God such as but not limited to lightning damage Product Registration e Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your VCR It will make it easier to contact you should it ever be necessary The return of the car
4. 1 2 VCR MAIN MENU TIMER RECORDINGS TIME TIME 1 SET TIME AND DATE SET TIME AND DATE selar TIME or CHH MM DATE PRESS MENU TO CANCEL SET TIME AND DATE TIME 09 39 AM DATE 08 04 96 SUNDAY PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT PRESS MENU TO SET 1 2 VCR MAIN MENU TIMER RECORDINGS TIME TIME 1 SET TIME AND DATE 2 AUTO DST ON QO EXIT Using the Remote Control VCR Function Buttons CLEAR Oe O v racking Oa CHAN CHANNEL Up or Down Selects the next higher or lower channel in the VCR s channel memory CLEAR Resets the time counter to 0 00 00 Lets you change entries when setting the time or VCR for a timer recording DISPLAY Shows the VCR operating displays on the TV screen Displays the time counter when a tape is inserted FF Fast Forward Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches the picture in forward motion during playback F ADV Frame Advance Lets you view one frame with each press of the button when the tape is in pause mode INPUT Turns the line input on or off Line input refers to the signal coming from the component connected to the audio video jacks on the back of the VCR MENU Displays the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen Removes a menu from the screen Numbers 0 through 9 Selects a channel up to 99 press two numbers Selects a cable channel ov
5. O O accessories not provided 3 Plug in power cords of VCR and TV RF Coaxial Cable supplied 4 EEEE A 75 to 75 300 Ohm Separator S og Cable UHF Antenna Back of TV B Advanced hookup Use this hookup for slightly improved B picture quality and more convenient operation use of the TV VCR button is not From Antenna or Cable required 300 75 Ohm 1 Connect as shown Adapter This connection requires additional accessories not provided A Y adapter may f Back of VCR be required to hear sound from both channels if your TV is not stereo A mA r IN FROM ANT m VHF UHF OUT TOTV 2 Plug in power cords of VCR and TV 3 Oe eve Tune the TV to its video input to watch the VCR AUDIO1 VIDEO1 OUT IN RF Coaxial Cable supplied J CABLE ANTENNA Back of TV Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels A Basic hookup Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories 1 Set the 3CH 4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4 Tune the TV to this channel and use the TV VCR button to watch the VCR 2 Connect as shown This connection may require additional accessories not provided 3 Plug in power cords of VCR TV and cable box 4 Qo ORE Te B Advanced hookup Use this hookup for slightly improved pict
6. Recording VCR SESS IN FROM 4N ANT VHF UHF AUDIO1 VIDEO1 OUT IN OUT IN From Antenna Cable or Cable Box jiiim OUT TO TV HD RF Coaxial Cable supplied Audio Video t Cables E ai l4 8 Va Use the hookup to the TV as previously selected on pages 3 4 or 5 Setting Up the VCR Startup 1 Check accessories with VCR Contact your dealer if any items are missing Ce 2 AA Batteries Remote RF Coaxial Cable Stock No 221347 Stock No 221383 2 Insert batteries in remote 3 Turn on the TV If you used one of the basic hookups tune the TV to the channel selected with the 3CH 4 switch on back of VCR If you used one of the advanced hookups tune the TV to the TV s video input See TV owner s manual for details 4 Turn on the VCR Press POWER on the remote The POWER and VCR indicators light in the VCR s display panel The TIMER indicator flashes until the time is set Setting Up the VCR Startup 5 Place channels in the VCR s memory The first time you turn on the VCR or after a power interruption the VCR displays a message on the TV screen prompting you to perform the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH If the message does not appear go to step A below If the CONNECT ANTENNA CABLE message appears follow the directions on the screen THEN PRESS C
7. down on the remote to reduce any jittering of the picture 3 Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to playback The VCR automatically switches from stop action playback to stop after a few minutes Frame Advance F ADV Button Frame advance lets you view one stop action frame after another For model VR337 frame advance works best for tapes recorded in the SLP speed For model VR508 frame advance works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed 1 Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action 2 Press F ADV each time you want to view a frame of the scene 3 Press PAUSE or PLAY to resume normal playback Automatic Tracking The VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when you are playing back a tape recorded on another VCR Automatic tracking is turned on when a tape is inserted or the VCR s power is turned on Manual Tracking Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded ona different VCR or camcorder Tracking is used when playing a tape and it has no effect during recording e When streaks or snow appear in the picture press TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR for the best possible picture e For model VR508 during pause press TRACKING up or down on the remote to reduce any jittering of the picture 16 Recording a Program Recordings Your VCR provides different recording options These options are explained in this section of the manual Recordin
8. 0 e Timer recording programmed and no cassette in VCR e Check LANGUAGE feature See page 9 e This is normal Details are on page 15 27 References Index 3CH 4 Switch Accessories Included Add or Remove Channels from Memory ADD REMOVE CHANNEL Menu cccceeee ALERT SOUND Feature ccccccecessesseseessessereees AUDIO1 VIDEO1 IN Jacks eee AUDIO1 VIDEO1 OUT Jacks AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH Feature AUTO DST Feature AUTO PLAY Feature Back Panel 00000 Card Registration CHAN Buttons Channel 00 0 cce CHANNELS Menu Checking Timer Recordings Checks Trouble Child Lock Feature Choosing a Hookup Cleaning the VCR CLEAR Button Clearing Timer Programs Commercial Scan Compatible Remotes Connections c00 Antenna cccccee Audio Video Jacks Cable TV occ Two VCRS ce COntent ccccecccsseeeeeeee Copying Tape Connections 0 0 0 cece Copying Tapes Daylight Saving Time Date and Time Setting Design Specifications DISPLAY Button Display Panel Editing Tapes English Language F ADV Frame Advance Button F F Fast Forward Button 000 FWD Fast Forward Button Frame Advance Feature ccccccseeseeseeseeseeseeseees French Language
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10. AY to remove the time counter from the screen 14 Using the Playback Features Index Search The VCR has a VHS Index Search System that automatically records an index mark on the tape every time you begin recording a program Your VCR has two index playback features To locate the program you want to play select a specific index number or search by scanning Some index marks may be missed by the VCR e A mark too close to the current location on the tape e The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment of five minutes or less e The first index mark on the tape when you start searching from the beginning of the tape To Index Search 1 Insert the prerecorded tape and press STOP 2 Press SEARCH on the remote to display the INDEX SEARCH menu on the TV screen 3 Press REW or FF on the remote to scan or enter the number of index marks you want the VCR to search Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry Once the index mark or marks is found the tape will begin playback 4 Follow the directions on the screen Zero Search The zero search feature allows the VCR to quickly return to a counter reading of 0 00 00 anywhere on the tape This is especially convenient when you want to watch a segment of the tape several times 1 Insert the prerecorded tape 2 Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on the TV screen 3 Use PLAY FF or REW to advance to the place on the tape where you
11. CR hooked up to a TV with audio and video jacks using a signal splitter This connection may improve the picture quality as well as convenience of operation Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your VCR 1 How does your TV receive signals Choose one answer from below A Outside antenna Turn to page 3 B Rabbit ears set top and or bow tie antenna Turn to page 3 C Cable System Go to question 2 2 What type of Cable TV system do you have Choose one answer from below A Cable without a box Turn to page 3 B Cable box to unscramble all the channels Turn to page 4 C Cable box to unscramble only pay channels such as HBO Showtime Cinemax etc Turn to page 5 You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance Optional Hookups How to hook up two VCRs for copying tapes A Select a hookup by answering questions 1 and 2 above B Then modify the connections as shown on page 6 Hooking Up the VCR Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box A Basic hookup A Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories From Antenna 300 75 Ohm 1 Set the 3CH 4 switch on back of VCR to Or Cable Adapter Back of VCR either channel 3 or 4 eS ANO Tune the TV to this channel and use the ZA IN FROM TVeVCR button to watch the VCR OR a 2 Connect as shown iil ae DEO oug KOD n OUT IN OUT IN 3 CH 4 This connection may require additional D
12. Code Part 1 which provides guidelines for proper grounding and in particular specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately Returning this card allows us to contact you if needed Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them The numbers are located on the back of the product Model No ___ VR337 VR508 Serial No Purchase Date Dealer Address Phone Introduction Table of Contents Important Information Warnings Cautions Note to Cable TV Installer i Product Registration Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup Antenna or Cable System Without a p Cable Box B Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels _ H E Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes _ Setting Up the VCR Startup Check Accessories With VCR Insert Batteries in Remote Turn on TV and VCR Place Channels in VCR s Memory __ Add or Remove Channels from VCR s Memory Select the Language Seleccione el Idioma S lectionner la Langue____ Use TV VCR Button Set the ALERT SOUND Feature ____ Set the Time and Date Set the Automatic Daylight Savi
13. ECORD and TIMER indicators light in the VCR s display panel During recording press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to display the time remaining on the TV screen Press RECORD or REC again to increase the recording time Stopping an Express Recording in Progress You can stop a recording by e Pressing and holding the STOP button on the remote or STOP EJECT on 18 the VCR for approximately three seconds Pressing the RECORD button until 0 00 is displayed for the recording Recording a Program Recording While You re Away Timer Recording The timer program feature lets you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period Before setting the timer make sure that The clock is set correctly A tape with a safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record the programs Setting a Timer Recording 1 2 3 4 Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu Press 1 to display the CREATE A NEW PROGRAM menu Press 1 2 3 or 4 to select type of program 1 ONE TIME single program recorded once 2 DAILY program recorded at same time every day 3 WEEKDAYS program recorded at same time Monday through Friday 4 WEEKLY program recorded at same time once a week Press number buttons on the remote to enter the channel number or INPUT on the remote to select line input start time including AM or PM end time
14. U UP AUTO SEARCH CHANNELS Wait until the channel numbers stop changing This takes about one to two minutes The TV tunes to the lowest channel found Pressing CHANNEL up or down selects only the active channels If you ever need to manually set up channels because you change cable or antenna signals A Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV VCR MAIN MENU screen If this menu does not appear 1 TIMER RECORDINGS e Make sure the TV is tuned to same channel as the 2 ME 3CH 4 switch on the VCR or the TV s video input tila refer to TV s manual CHANNELS e If you use a basic hookup check the VCR indicator in 1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH display panel it should be on Press TV VCR to turn S EPEA A TANAB LE it on e Check the connections AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH B Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu NOW SCANNING CHANNEL 14 C Press 1 to begin AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH The VCR automatically selects the CABLE cable TV or ANTENNA signal PRESS ANY KEY TO CANCEL To change the SIGNAL TYPE A Follow steps A B above B Press 3 to switch the SIGNAL TYPE between CABLE and ANTENNA 6 Add or remove channels from the VCR s memory You may want to add or remove channels if some of the channels are not active have weak signals or you do not VCR MAIN MENU want to watch them 1 TIMER RECORDINGS 3 CHANNELS A Press MENU on the remote to displ
15. VIDEO1 IN jacks of the VCR Recording from the line input is PROGRAM 1 ONE TIME convenient if you have a satellite receiver or similar component CHANNEL VIDEO F START TIME gt attached to these jacks END TIME lo START DATE To timer record from the component connected to the VCR s line TARE SPEED ae input press INPUT or 0 0 on the remote to enter VIDEO in the PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT oss PRESS MENU TO EXIT channel number position Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings 1 Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU Press 1 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu AEE seers 1 TIMER RECORDINGS 2 3 Press 2 to display the program s menu TNE RECORDINGS 4 Press MENU for next program or CLEAR to erase the 1 CREATE A NEW PROGRAM 2 REVIEW EXISTING PROGS program PROGRAM 1 CONE TIME CHANNEL 08 START TIME 02 10 PM END TIME 03 35 PM START DATE 08 04 96 SUN TAPE SPEED SLP PRESS CLEAR TO ERASE PRESS MENU FOR NEXT PROG Using the Recording Features Recording Pause To prevent recording short passages of unwanted material use PAUSE during recording to stop and start recording The VCR automatically switches from pause to stop after a few minutes Pro Tect Plus Child Lock Feature This feature is useful to tamper proof your timer recordings from unwanted changes and or protect the VCR from misoperation by other users in the househ
16. ay panel B Press CHANNEL up or down to change channels on the VCR The channel number changes on the TV screen C Press TVeVCR to see the TV channels The VCR indicator does not light in the display panel Change channels using the TV s remote D Return the TV to the VCR viewing channel CH3 or CH4 E Press TV VCR to switch back to the picture from the VCR 9 Set the ALERT SOUND feature Select this feature if you want a warning to sound each time an invalid entry or invalid operation is made This feature is set to OFF Please note the warning sound is heard only when the VCR is on A Press MENU on the remote to display VCR MAIN MENU B Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu C Press 3 to select ALERT SOUND ON or OFF e Select ON if you want to hear a warning e Select OFF if you do not want to hear a warning VCR MAIN MENU TIMER RECORDINGS TIME CHANNELS PREFERENCES LANGUAGE AWN LANGUAGE SELECT A LANGUAGE 1 gt ENGLISH 2 ESPA OL 3 FRAN AIS PRESS MENU TO CONTINUE VCR MAIN MENU TIMER RECORDINGS TIME CHANNELS PREFERENCES AWN PREFERENCES REMOTE CONTROL VCR1 AUTO PLAY ON ALERT SOUND OFF WN 0 EXIT Setting Up the VCR Startup 10 Set the time and date The TIMER indicator on the VCR front panel flashes until the time is set A B C D Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU Press 2 to disp
17. ay the VCR MAIN MENU CHANNELS 1 AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH 2 ADD REMOVE CHANNELS B Press 3 to display the CHANNELS menu C Press 2 to display the ADD REMOVE CHANNEL display ADD REMOVE CHANNELS D Follow the directions on the screen CHANNEL 03 IS PRESENTLY ADDED E Add or remove more channels using the CHANNEL up and down buttons PRESS CLEAR TO REMOVE PRESS MENU TO EXIT Setting Up the VCR Startup 7 Select the language Seleccione el idioma S lectionner la langue The VCR displays the on screen menus in the English Spanish or French language The word Language cycles through the different languages when the VCR Main Menu is displayed on the TV screen A Press MENU on remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU B Press 5 to display the LANGUAGE or IDIOMA or LANGUE menu English LANGUAGE Spanish IDIOMA French LANGUE e Press 1 to have the menus displayed in English Ingles e Press 2 to have the menus displayed in Spanish Espa ol e Press 3 to have the menus displayed in French Fran ais 8 Use TVeVCR button Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups When using one of the basic hookups the TV VCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or television channels Also this button lets you record a program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV Details are on page 17 A Press TV VCR to see the picture from the VCR The VCR indicator lights in the displ
18. by fast forwarding or rewinding the tape Sound is turned off during picture search The time counter is removed from the TV screen during picture search For model VR337 picture search works best for tapes recorded in the SLP speed For model VR508 picture search works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed Fast Forward Search 1 Press FF to search forward at a faster than normal speed 2 Press FF or PLAY to return to playback Rewind Search 1 Press REW to search backward at a faster than normal speed 2 Press REW or PLAY to return to playback Slow Motion You can view a tape in slow motion during play or play pause Sound is turned off during slow motion playback For model VR337 slow motion works best for tapes recorded in the SLP speed For model VR508 slow motion works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed 1 Press SLOW to begin slow motion playback 2 Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture 3 Press PLAY to return to playback The VCR automatically switches from slow motion playback to stop after a few minutes WN VCR MAIN MENU TIMER RECORDINGS TIME CHANNELS PREFERENCES PREFERENCES REMOTE CONTROL VCR1 AUTO PLAY ON ALERT SOUND OFF WN O EXIT 13 Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features DISPLAY Button The DISPLAY button shows the status of the VCR channel number time counter date time and tape speed on the TV sc
19. channels when the VCR indicator is off 23 Specifications Format Record Playback System Video Signal System Antenna Tuner Type Power Requirement Power Consumption Dimensions Weight Storage Temperature Range Operating Temperature Range VHS Video 2 Head VR337 Video 4 Head VR508 Audio Mono record playback system EIA standard NTSC color 75 ohm external VHF UHF combined antenna terminal USA 181 channels capability 125 cable channels Canada 178 channels capability 122 cable channels AutoProgramming frequency synthesis 120V AC 60 Hz 18 watts 3 5 inches high 89 mm 15 inches wide 380 mm 11 2 inches deep 285 mm 8 4 pounds 3 8 kg 22 F to 149 F 41 F to 104 F Check your cable company s compatibility requirements Cleaning the VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top back sides and bottom of the cabinet Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents Avoid excessive use of oil based furniture polishes since the materials used in the cabinet will accumulate more dust We recommend using a non abrasive anti static cleaner and polisher 24 Limited Warranty What your warranty covers e Any defect in material or workmanship For how long after your purchase e Ninety days for labor charges
20. d is not required for warranty coverage How state law relates to this warranty e This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state If you purchased your VCR outside the United States e This warranty does not apply Contact your dealer for warranty information 25 References Trouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things Check below before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter Trouble No power VCR does not respond to remote Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing Snowy or no picture during playback Streaks in picture during normal playback Time counter not working or time counter does not change during zero search feature Will not record or play Will not record Rewind does not operate 26 Here s what to try e Plug VCR into an operating outlet e Check connections e Remove batteries and hold down one or more buttons for several seconds to drain the microprocessor inside the remote and reset it Re install the batteries and try remote again e Aim remote at VCR with no objects between them e Change batteries e Check setting of REMOTE CONTROL VCR1 VCR2 feature See page 22 e Check the Pro Tect Plus feature e Press TVeVCR to turn VCR indicator off e Switch TV to an active channel e Check antenna connections e Press TVeVCR to turn VCR indicato
21. e 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 Coe eee Option B hookup Use this hookup for slightly improved copy quality and more convenient operation 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 a OR Ete 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 Al Playback VCR From Antenna Cable or Cable Box IN FROM ANT VHF UHF AUDIO1 VIDEO1 O IN S IN j aD RF Coaxial Cable J supplied Recording VCR IN FROM ANT VHF UHF AUDIO1 VIDEO1 OUT TO TV OUT IN OUT IN 3 CH 4 RF Coaxial fj Audio Video Cable Cables t ogee OF i 4 j el Use the hookup to the TV as previously selected on pages 3 4 or 5 B Playback VCR only IN FROM ANT VHF UHF OUT TO TV 3 CH 4 Audio Video
22. egistration Card REMOTE CONTROL Feature Remote Control Remote Sensor ccccccsscsssessecsseesseesscesseesecenes Remove or Add Channels from Memory REMOVE ADD CHANNEL Menu Review Programs Feature cccsstntetes REW Button uu ccccccccssessecsscesseeseeeseeed Safety Precautions cseecsecseessecsesseseeseesseesesuecsaessess SEARCH Button Searching Picture Seleccione el di0ma ccccccsccseesseseesseesseesseeseeenes S lectionner la langue c cccccceeseeseseseseeseseseeeeeneees References Index Sensor Remote cesceessesscesssesecesecsseesseesseessecsseees Setting a Timer Recording 00 scenes Setting Up the VCR nesscrocirencesoeis PREFERENCES Menu SLOW ButtOn ceccccecceseseceseeeeseseeeeeeeseeeeees Slow MOG OM iivecciccosessigescpcansdneinescieedessetasreersettteteannecs 13 Specifications sisses a SPEED Butto sscccccsesesecccsvscasessenassaternese Speeds Recording StartUp N E vir dertnawniate Stop Action Pause ccccceseessstesessseseeessereees STOP Button STOP EJECT Button Stopping Recording Program Stopping Timer Programs Table of Contents 0 0 Time and Date Setting Time Counter TIME Menu e TIMER Indicator 8 Timer Recording Checking and Clearing ieee Front VCR Line Input cs o enui es siedethises tte E ieieeaenctideeies DOP PUM Bios seeds teeseariveedac stat Nentescesceassionsectenss Tracking Auto
23. er 99 press and hold 1 until 1 appears on the screen Then press the other two numbers PAUSE Pauses action for viewing during playback Pauses recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes PLAY Plays a tape POWER Turns the VCR on and off PREV CH Previous Channel Switches between two channels Select one channel then select another Press PREV CH to switch between the two channels REC Starts the VCR recording See page 17 Used for Express recording See page 18 REW Rewind Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches the picture in reverse motion during playback SEARCH Displays the INDEX and ZERO search menus on TV Advances the tape 60 seconds during playback SLOW Plays a tape in slow motion SPEED Tape Speed Selects a recording speed SP SLP STOP Stops the VCR s normal functions such as record playback rewind fast forward and pause TRACKING Up or Down Reduces the streaks that may appear on the picture during play or pause For model VR508 reduces picture jitter during pause TV VCR Switches the picture signal so that it either comes from the VCR or the TV channel See page 9 11 Playing a Tape Playback To play a tape 1 Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3 4 or the TV s video input to see the picture from the VCR 2 Insert a tape in the VCR The VCR automatically turns on The POWER and VCR indicators light The ta
24. g Speeds Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed SP or SLP The speed you select appears on the TV screen Tapes recorded in LP can be played in this VCR SP Standard Play gives the best quality recording That is why most prerecorded rental tapes are recorded in SP Fewer programs can be recorded on the tape Special effects such as pause frame advance slow motion and picture search work well in this speed SLP Super Long Play gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP Special effects such as pause frame advance slow motion and picture search work well in this speed Recording Time Cassette SP SLP T 120 2Hrs 6Hrs T 160 2Hrs 40Min 8Hrs Normal Recording To Make a Recording Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel either 3 4 or the TV s video input channel 1 Insert a tape with its safety tab in place 2 If you are using one of the basic hookups make sure the VCR indicator lights in the VCR s display panel If not press TV VCR to turn it on 3 Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed The tape speed indicator appears on the TV screen 4 Select the channel to be recorded The channel number appears on the TV screen 5 Press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote to begin recording The RECORD indicator lights in the VCR s display panel while the VCR is recording Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Diffe
25. here you want to begin copying If the tape was not recorded on the playback VCR streaks may appear and you may need to adjust tracking 6 Press RECORD on the VCR or REC on the remote then PAUSE on the recording VCR 7 Press PAUSE on both VCRs at the same time to begin copying the tape 8 Edit out segments that you do not want to copy by pressing PAUSE on the recording VCR to stop copying the tape Then locate the next segment you want to copy on the playback VCR by using FWD REW and PLAY Press PAUSE on the playback VCR Press PAUSE at the same time on both VCRs to resume copying 9 Press STOP EJECT on both VCRs when you are finished You may turn off the TV after the recording has started as it does not have to be on to copy a tape Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible Remote If you have a compatible RCA ProScan or GE remote with VCR1 and VCR2 buttons you can program this VCR to respond to either VCR1 or VCR2 This lets you control both VCRs with one remote for easier copying and editing Set the REMOTE CONTROL feature of this VCR to VCR1 or VCR2 position Then the compatible remote controls the VCR with either the VCR1 or VCR2 button depending on the position you select in the menu 1 Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU Press 4 to display PREFERENCES Press 1 to activate the REMOTE CONTROL VCR1 or VCR2 feature 4 Press VCR1 or VCR2 on your compatible VCR s remote to change the setting and
26. lay the TIME menu Press 1 to display SET TIME AND DATE Enter the time and date with the number buttons on the remote e Press 0 before single digit numbers Example press 0 then 5 then 0 then 7 for a time of 5 07 Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM e Press CLEAR on the remote to change incorrect entries Press MENU to start the clock Press 0 twice to exit The time and date appear on the screen when you press DISPLAY 11 Set the Automatic Daylight Saving Time Select this feature if you want the VCR s clock automatically to advance one hour in April and reverse one hour in October 10 A B C Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU Press 2 to display the TIME menu Press 2 to select AUTO DST ON or OFF e Select ON if you want the VCR s clock to automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time e Select OFF if you do not want the VCR s clock to automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time In the Spring daylight saving time begins on the first Sunday in April Clocks are set forward one hour Because the clock automatically changes from 2 00 AM to 3 00 AM keep in mind that any part of a scheduled Timer Recording that falls between these two times is not performed In the autumn daylight saving time begins on the last Sunday in October Clocks are set back one hour The VCR clock automatically changes from 2 00 AM to 1 00 AM Therefore it can affect your recording length
27. matic and Manual TRACKING Button ccceeeeeeeeeeeeed Trouble Checks sssessssesessecssseeeseescseeeeseaeenees SIGNAL TYPE Feature Tut On VCR vissssscsssveacsensszerenenestroncacts TVeVGCR Button VCR Controls VOR Indicator VCR MAIN MENU eee VCRs Memory Placing Channels VCRs Connecting for Tape Copying VIDEOS IN Jacks ccccstesseccccessstscseseesecerstecteness VIDEO1 OUT Jacks Warranty Limited Zero Dean boraren oana E 29 For your nearest Home Entertainment Dealer or Authorized Servicenter call toll free in the U S A 1 800 336 1900 Canadian Consumers Your toll free numbers are English 1 800 522 0338 French 1 800 522 0445 If you would like a copy of this manual in French please follow the instructions below Si un livret d instructions en frangais n est pas inclus avec votre appareil vous pouvez en obtenir un indiquer le num ro de mod le votre nom et votre adresse en vous adressant a Thomson Consumer Electronics Attention Canadian Operations P O Box 0944 Indianapolis IN 46206 0944 Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton This will only add delays in service for your product 4 THOMSON CONSUMER ELECTRONICS 10330 North Meridian Street Indianapolis IN 46290 1024 1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics Inc Trademark s Registered Marca s Registrada s Printed in Japan Part Number 96 VR337 VR5
28. nal so that it either comes from the VCR or the TV channel See page 9 References Location of Controls Back Panel Display Panel AUDIO1 IN FROM ANT VHF UHF OUT IN 3CH 4 Switch Selects the channel to which you tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups IN FROM ANT Antenna Connector Receives a signal from an antenna or cable system when attached OUT TO TV Connector Passes signal to TV using the cable supplied OUT O O vows CO VIDEO1 IN and AUDIO1 IN Jacks Receive signals from another component like a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these jacks Use INPUT or channel 00 on the remote to select VIDEO1 OUT and AUDIO1 OUT Jacks Send signals from VCR to another component like a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these jacks VCR C POWER i C POWER Indicator Lights when the VCR is turned on RECORD Indicator Lights when the VCR is recording TIMER Indicator Shows VCR is set for timer recording when VCR is turned off Flashes when the clock is not set Flashes when a timer recording is set and there is no cassette in the VCR TIMER Ce RECORD VCR Indicator Lights when using the TV VCR button When using one of the basic hookups The picture is coming from the VCR when the VCR indicator is on e The picture is coming from the television
29. ng Time Pino Eea Dhak Using the Remote Control VCR Function Buttons E Playing a Tape Playback Using the Playback Features Auto Play Feature Picture Search EEA N Slow Motion DISPLAY Button Time Counter Index Search Zero Search Commercial Scan SEARCH Button _ Pause for Stop Action Frame Advance F ADV Button Automatic Tracking SEEING IEE Manual Tracking Recording a Program Recordings Recording Speeds Normal Recording Watch a TV Channel While VCR is Recording a Different Channel _fi7 Express Recording Recording While You re Away Setting a Timer Recording Stopping a Timer Recording Timer Recording From the VCR s Line Input Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings Using the Recording Features Recording Pause Pro Tect Plus Feature Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Copying and Editing Tapes Using Compatible Remote References Location of Controls Front Panel Back Panel Display Panel Specifications Cleaning the VCR Limited Warranty Trouble Checks 26 27 Index 28 29 Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types Basic A and Advanced B The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna cable connection It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed The advanced hookup shows the V
30. old It also prohibits all operations of the VCR once the feature is turned on To Lock the VCR Press and hold POWER on the remote for approximately six seconds to turn on the Pro Tect Plus feature The TIMER and RECORD indicators on the front panel flash to let you know the feature is activated After the feature is turned on momentarily pressing POWER also causes the indicators to flash To Unlock the VCR Press and hold POWER on the remote for approximately six seconds to unlock the VCR The VCR turns on 20 Recording a Program Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions Refer to hookup on page 6 Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR 1 Turn on the TV and VCRs 2 Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel either 3 4 or the TV s video input Caution TH thorized i emis dicen 3 Ifyou connected your VCR using Option A page 6 tune the programs and other recording VCR to channel 3 or 4 the one selected on the back of materials may infringe the the pl ayb ack VCR rights of others If you connected your VCR using Option B page 6 press INPUT or channel 00 on the recording VCR s remote to select the line input 4 Insert the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR Insert a blank tape with its safety tab in place into the recording VCR 5 Press PLAY then PAUSE on the playback VCR when you reach the point on the tape or program w
31. pe automatically begins playback if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed and the AUTO PLAY feature is turned on POWER VCR TIMER RECORD o o PAUSE RECORD q STe Soe 7 Safety Tab 3 Press PLAY on the remote or the VCR if necessary 4 Press TRACKING up or down on the remote or the VCR to remove any streaks from the picture if necessary Details are on page 16 5 Press STOPeEJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote 6 Press REW on the VCR or the remote End of Tape The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback Power Off If you press POWER while a tape is rewinding the VCR turns off automatically when it is completely rewound REWIND gt POWER OFF is displayed on the TV screen 7 Press STOP EJECT on the VCR to eject the tape once it is completely rewound 12 Playing a Tape Using the Playback Features AUTO PLAY Feature This feature allows the VCR to automatically start playing when you insert a tape with the safety tab removed 1 Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU 2 Press 4 to display the PREFERENCES menu 3 Press 2 to select AUTO PLAY ON or OFF e Select ON if you want to have a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically e Select OFF if you do not want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically Picture Search You can search for a specific tape location during playback
32. program this VCR to respond to VCR1 or VCR2 depending on the position you selected in step 3 RUNS VCR MAIN MENU TIMER RECORDINGS TIME CHANNELS PREFERENCES PREFERENCES 1 REMOTE CONTROL VCR1 PREFERENCES PRESS VCR2 TO CHANGE 2 AUTO PLAY ON 3 ALERT SOUND OFF QO EXIT 21 References Location of Controls Front Panel Tape Compariment POWER STOP EJECT TV VCR CHANNEL 22 OGT L TRACKING Remote Sensor CHANNEL or TRACKING up or down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCR s channel memory Adjusts tracking during playback FWD Fast Forward Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches the picture forward during playback PAUSE Pauses the tape for stop action viewing during playback Pauses the tape during recording to prevent recording unwanted material PLAY Plays a tape POWER Turns the VCR on or off RECORD Start the VCR recording Used for express recording PLAY FWD PAUSE RECORD DOD OO Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote control Aim the remote at this sensor with no objects between them REW Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped Searches the picture in reverse during playback STOP EJECT Stops the normal functions such as record playback rewind fast forward or pause Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette TV VCR Switches the picture sig
33. r on e Check TV channel selected 3 or 4 to make sure it matches the channel selected with 3CH 4 switch on back of VCR e Check TV s fine tuning e Check video cable connections between VCR and TV monitor e Set TV monitor to video input channel e Try another tape e Some snow streaks are normal during search stop action frame advance and slow motion playback e Press the TRACKING button on the remote or the VCR to move streaks for the best picture e Check tape it may be worn out or of poor quality e The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again e A minus appears in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter reading of 0 00 00 e Time counter only appears when a tape is in the VCR e No cassette in VCR e Eject and reinsert cassette e Broken tape try another cassette e VCR is in pause mode Press PAUSE during recording or playback e Check the Pro Tect Plus feature e Safety tab removed from cassette e Make sure the line indicator VIDEO does not appear on the TV screen for normal recording from the VCR s tuner Press INPUT on the remote to turn the line input off e Check the Pro Tect Plus feature e Tape already rewound References Trouble Checks Trouble Timer recording not made or wrong program reco
34. rded Incorrect time or date Time did not adjust for daylight savings VCR makes noise when stopped Will not Auto Channel Search correctly Cannot select channels over 69 Cassette with safety tab removed does not start to play automatically Tape plays back in slow motion TIMER indicator flashes On screen menus are in English French or Spanish Time counter disappears while searching Here s what to try e Cable box was not turned on at time recording was to begin e Program entered incorrectly wrong channel or times e Power interruption Reset clock See page 10 e Check to see if time and date are correct including AM PM e Program exceeded tape s length or tape was not rewound beforehand e VCR was not turned off at the time recording was to start e No tape in VCR or cassette s safety tab broken off e Clock was not set accurately check AM PM and date See page 10 e Check if AUTO DST is turned on e VCR is removing tape from heads This is normal The head cylinder inside the VCR continues to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode e Check antenna connections e Check SIGNAL TYPE CABLE ANTENNA feature See page 8 e Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if SIGNAL TYPE CABLE ANTENNA feature is set to CABLE Details are on page 8 e Set AUTO PLAY ON OFF feature to ON Details are on page 14 e Press PLAY to return to normal playback e Clock was not set See page 1
35. reen The time and date must be set before Press they can be displayed DISPLAY 1 Press DISPLAY If you do not press DISPLAY again this display times out 2 Press DISPLAY again to display only the time counter on the TV screen 3 Press DISPLAY again to return to TV viewing Turning off the VCR automatically returns the displays to normal Press DISPLAY Again gt STOP CH 05 0 30 00 Status Displays 08 04 96 SUN 01 30AM SLP 0 30 00 HoursA Minutes Seconds Time Counter Only No Display Press DISPLAY Again gt Time Counter The time counter shows the actual time it takes to record a program or play back a 0 30 00 segment of a prerecorded tape It helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped The time counter resets to 0 00 00 when the tape is ejected from the VCR For example if you record a 30 minute program at the beginning of the tape and you want to go to the end of that program to begin another recording you would 1 Insert the prerecorded tape 2 Press DISPLAY twice to display only the time counter on the TV screen 3 Press FF to fast forward the tape until 0 30 00 appears in the time counter and press STOP The time counter is removed from the TV screen during fast forward The time counter does not advance when it detects no signal blank tape 4 Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0 00 00 5 Press DISPL
36. rent Channel For some cable box hookups this recording feature may not apply Contact your local cable company for assistance 1 Follow steps 1 through 5 above 2 If you are using one of the basic hookups press TV VCR to switch to the TV channel The VCR indicator turns off in the display panel 3 Select the channel you want to watch with the TV s channel buttons 4 Press STOPsEJECT on the VCR or STOP on the remote when the recording is finished 17 Recording a Program Express Recording Express recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature The VCR turns off automatically at the end of the recording POWER VCR TIMER RECORD gt 3s SS POWER STOP EJECT TV VCR CHANNEL rew PLAY FW PAUSE RECORD ODODO OOOO o a e o N RECORD Turn on the VCR Insert a tape with its safety tab in place Select the channel you want to record Use SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed Press REC on the remote or RECORD on the VCR to activate recording Press RECORD or REC repeatedly until the amount of recording time for the program is displayed on the TV screen Each press of RECORD or REC increases the time 30 minutes up to 4 hours Press Recording RECORD Time REC CH 06 RECORD LENGTH 0 00 0 30 30 Min ie 1 Hr 1 30 1 Hr 30 Min 2 00 2 Hrs PRESS REC TO SET LENGTH AR 3 Hrs Display on TV Screen 400 4 Hrs Normal Record The R
37. start date and recording speed of the recording Follow the on screen prompts Press CLEAR on the remote to correct an entry Press MENU to enter your program If you have entered two programs whose times overlap PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears on the screen Repeat steps 3 6 for additional programs and follow the directions on the screen If you are using a cable box leave it turned on and tuned to the channel you want to record Otherwise turn off the VCR before recording begins Stopping a Timer Recording You can stop a recording by pressing and holding the STOP button on the remote or STOP EJECT on the VCR for approximately three seconds 1 TIMER RECORDINGS VCR MAIN MENU 1 CREATE A NEW PROGRAM TIMER RECORDINGS HOW OFTEN SHOULD THIS PROGRAM RECORD 1 ONE TIME PROGRAM 1 ONE TIME CHANNEL e PROGRAM 1 CONE TIME CHANNEL 08 START TIME gt 7O PROGRAM 1 CONE TIME CHANNEL 08 START TIME 02 10 PM END TIME 03 35 PM START DATE 08 04 96 TAPE SPEED SLP 1 SP 2 SLP i PRESS CLEAR TO CORRECT PRESS MENU TO SAVE PROGRAM 1 HAS BEEN SAVED REMEMBER TO INSERT A RECORDABLE TAPE AND TURN THE VCR OFF BEFORE THE PROGRAM START TIME 19 Recording a Program Recording While You re Away Timer Recording Timer Recording From the VCR s Line Input The line input refers to the signal coming from the AUDIO1 and
38. to page 7 B Advanced hookup Use this hookup for slightly improved picture quality and more convenient operation use of the TV VCR button is not required 1 Connect as shown This connection requires additional accessories not provided A Y adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels if your TV is not stereo 2 Plug in power cords of VCR TV and cable box 3 Oe Eve Tune the TV to its video input to watch the VCR View all pay channels through the VCR From Cable Back of VCR Cable Box RF Coaxial Cable 5 merc Do yin OUT 5 VHF UHF AUDIO1 VIDEO1 OUT TO TV OUT IN OUT IN A 3 CH 4 Cy RF Coaxial Cable supplied 75 to 75 300 Ohm Separator R D b Cable Antenna Back of TV Cable Box BH Cable OD our Si Ssa F F i Back of VCR IN FROM D ANT VHF UHF AUDIO1 VIDEO1 OUTTOTV OUT IN OUT IN CA 3 CH 4 VA RF Coaxial Cable supplied sS q S ie Back of TV 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 th
39. ure quality and more convenient operation use of the TV VCR button is not required 1 Connect as shown This connection requires additional accessories not provided A Y adapter may be required to hear sound from both channels if your TV is not stereo 2 Plug in power cords of VCR TV and cable box 3 eee Tune the TV to its video input to watch the VCR From Cable kl Back of VCR Cable Box RF Come oD ovr N TANT VHF UHF OUT TO KOD AUDIO1 VIDEOT j OUT IN DO ORO wD RF Coaxial Cable supplied 75 to 75 300 Ohm Separator ag ED Cable Antenna Back of TV Cable Box From Cable OD Qor RF Coaxial Cable i RF Coaxial Back of VCR Sigal K 9 Cable Splitter IN FROM gt ANT VHF UHF AUDIO1 VIDEO1 OUT TO TV OUT IN OUT IN C pik RF Coaxial Cable supplied My a J CABLE DD ANTENNA Back of TV Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels such as HBO Showtime Pay Per View etc A Basic hookup Use this hookup for a simple connection which requires fewer accessories 1 Set the 3CH 4 switch on back of VCR to either channel 3 or 4 Tune the TV to this channel and use the TV VCR button to watch the VCR 2 Connect as shown This connection may require additional accessories not provided 3 Plug in power cords of VCR TV and cable box 4 Continue
40. want to return quickly Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0 00 00 Continue playing the tape Press STOP Ps Oe Press SEARCH twice to display the ZERO SEARCH menu on the TV screen 8 Follow the directions on the screen Commercial Scan SEARCH Button This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments Press SEARCH during playback to advance the tape approximately one minute or press SEARCH twice for two minutes INDEX SEARCH PRESS REW OR FF TO BEGIN SCANNING OR ENTER A SPECIFIC INDEX NUMBER FT PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT INDEX SEARCH SEARCHING FOR INDEX MARKS PRESS STOP TO CANCEL ZERO SEARCH CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS 2 17 25 PRESS REW TO GO TO 0 00 00 PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT ZERO SEARCH CURRENT TAPE COUNTER IS 2 17 25 PRESS FF TO GO TO 0 00 00 PRESS SEARCH TO EXIT 15 Using the Playback Features Pause for Stop Action This feature stops the tape in action and lets you examine the details of the scene For model VR337 stop action works best for tapes recorded in the SLP speed For model VR508 stop action works best for tapes recorded in the SP or SLP speed 1 Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action 2 For model VR337 if horizontal lines or noise bars appear in the picture press SLOW on the remote and then press TRACKING up or down to move the lines out of the picture For model VR508 press TRACKING up or

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