Manuel d'utilisation / d'entretien du produit TV/VCR COINATION du fabricant RCA
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USER’S GUIDE TV/VCR COM BINA TION.
i Introduction CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates “dangerous voltage” inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. This symbol indicates important in- structions accompanying the product.
Introduction T able of Contents 1 Important Infor mation Warning ______________________________ i Cautions ______________________________ i Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i Product Registr.
2 Setting Up the TV/VCR 1. Unpack the TV/VCR and r emote control Contact your dealer if your remote control is missing. S K I P S P E E D OFF REW PLA Y FF REC STOP P AUSE DISPLA Y SLEEP MUTE PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TRACK F .ADV CLEAR MENU RESET - TV VCR + C H A N V O L C H A N V O L S E A R C H Star tup 2.
3 Setting Up the TV/VCR Star tup 3. Place your TV/VCR on a stable surface 4. Connect antenna or cable-TV system Connect a home antenna or a cable-TV system. Details on pages 29-32. 5. Plug in the TV/VCR Plug the power cord into the wall outlet, matching the wide blade of the plug with the wide slot in the outlet.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time 3 Timer Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Setup TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time 3 Timer Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Setup 8. Put Channels into Memory (Auto Channel Search) A . Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU .
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time Setting Up the TV/VCR 5 11 . Set the Time and Date (Clock) To set the clock: A . Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU . B . Press 2 to display the TIME menu. C . Press 1 to display the SET TIME and DATE screen.
6 CHAN ^ and v (Channel up and down) Selects next higher or lower channel in channel memory. CLEAR Removes all menus from the screen. Allows you to change menu entries or clear a timer recording. Resets time counter to 0:00:00 when it is displayed. DISPLAY Displays TV/VCR’s current status.
7 Using the Remote Contr ol Buttons SKIP/SEARCH Operates Commercial Skip during TV viewing. (This only works when there is no tape in the TV/VCR.) Displays INDEX , ZERO , and BLANK search screens when tape is inserted in the TV/VCR. Operates Commercial Scan by advancing tape 60 seconds during playback.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 8 TV/VCR Featur es Using the TV/VCR Featur es On-Screen Displays When you change channels, adjust volume, or use a VCR feature, on-screen displays appear to let you know the status of the TV/VCR. To Call Up On-Screen Displays 1 .
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 9 TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Featur es Closed Captioning The closed captioning feature displays the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to hearing impaired or anyone who wants to watch a program without sound.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time Sleep Timer The sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR off after 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes. 1 . Press SLEEP on the remote to select 30, 60, 90 or 120 minutes. 2 . To cancel the sleep timer, press SLEEP until the timer disappears.
11 Using the TV/VCR Featur es Age-Based Rating TV-MA TV-14 TV-PG TV-G TV-Y7 TV-Y Description and Content Themes for Age-Based Ratings Mature Audience Only. This program is specifically designed to be viewed by adults and may be unsuitable for children under 17.
Setting TV Rating Limits 1 . Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU . 2 . Press 4 to display PARENTAL CONTROLS . 3 . Press 1 to display the V-CHIP TV RATING LIMIT screen. 4 . Use the number buttons 1-7 to change the status of a TV program rating.
13 TV/VCR Featur es Using the TV/VCR Featur es 3 . Press 2 to change the rating status from View ( V ) to Block ( B ). The status for this rating and all higher ratings automatically changes to Block ( B ) (indicated by the rating limits in the rating status area turning red).
14 TV/VCR Features Using the TV/VCR Featur es Viewing Specific Content Themes After you block specific content themes, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content themes back to View ( V ). 1. Determine the rating you want to change to View ( V ).
15 TV/VCR Featur es Using the TV/VCR Featur es Viewing Movie Ratings After you block movie ratings, you have the option of going back and changing some of the rating statuses back to View 1. Determine the movie ratings you want to change to View . 2. Continuously press 1 until the rating you want to change appears as the rating.
S K I P S P E E D OFF REW PLA Y FF REC STOP P AUSE DISPLA Y SLEEP MUTE PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TRACK F .ADV CLEAR MENU RESET - TV VCR + C H A N V O L C H A N V O L S E A R C H 16 Playing a T ape Oper.
17 Using the Playback Featur es Pause This feature pauses the tape during playback and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Pause works best with tapes recorded in SLP speed. 1 . Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to pause the action.
18 Using the Playback Featur es Playing a T ape Automatic T racking The TV/VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing a tape that was recorded on another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted or the TV/VCR’s power is turned on.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time 3 Timer Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Setup TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time 3 Timer Recordings 4 Parental Controls 5 Setup 19 Playing a T ape Using the Playback Featur es Auto Play Feature This feature enables the TV/VCR to automatically start playing a tape when it is inserted.
20 Using the Playback Featur es Playing a T ape Index Search The TV/VCR automatically records index marks on the tape each time you begin recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play by the number of index marks. Your TV/VCR has two index playback features.
21 Using the Playback Featur es Playing a T ape S K I P S P E E D OFF REW PLA Y FF REC STOP PAUSE DISPLA Y SLEEP MUTE PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TRACK F .ADV CLEAR MENU RESET - TV VCR + C H A N V O L C H A N V O L S E A R C H Zero Sear ch This feature allows you to quickly return to a time counter reading of 0:00:00 .
22 Recording Speeds Press SPEED to select a recording speed. • SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. That is why most pre-recorded, rental tapes are recorded in SP. Fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. • SLP (Super Long Play) gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP.
23 Recording a Program T ypes of Recor dings Your TV/VCR provides different ways to record which are explained in the following sections: Basic Recording Express Recording Timer Recording Copying and Editing Tapes Basic Recor ding How to Make a Recording 1 .
24 Recording a Program Expr ess Recor ding Express recording lets you record up to four hours or to the end of the tape without programming the timer. You can begin recording immediately. The TV/VCR will stop automatically at the end of the recording.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time 3 Timer Recordings 25 Recording a Program Timer Recor ding PLAY AUDIO IN REW F FWD PAUSE POWER CH CH VOL- VOL+ REC VIDEO IN WAKE UP TIMER STOP EJECT TIMER RECORD Indicator Timer recording lets you program the TV/VCR to record up to eight different programs.
TV/VCR MAIN MENU 1 Screen 2 Time 3 Timer Recordings TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program 2 Review existing Progs. 26 Recording a Program Timer Recor ding S K I P S P E E D OFF REW PLA Y FF REC STOP P AUSE DISPLA Y SLEEP MUTE PREV 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 TRACK F .
27 Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 30.) Use another VCR or camcorder as the playback VCR and the TV/VCR as the recording VCR. 1 . Turn on the VCR or camcorder and the TV/VCR. 2 . Press 00 on TV/VCR’s remote to select the line input ( VI DEO1 or VIDEO2 ).
28 PLAY AUDIO IN REW F FWD PAUSE POWER CH CH VOL- VOL+ REC VIDEO IN WAKE UP TIMER STOP/EJECT PLA Y AUDIO IN REW F FWD PAUSE POWER VOL- VOL+ REC VIDEO IN WAKE UP TIMER STOP EJECT CH CH Location of Controls AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives audio and video signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder when it is connected to these jacks.
29 Location of Controls Choosing a Hookup Answer the questions to choose the hookup for your TV/VCR. 1. How does your TV/VCR receive signals? Choose one answer from below. A. Dipole antenna – See page 30, Section A. B. Outside antenna – See page 30, Section B.
30 Hooking Up the TV/VCR IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO Connect Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box A. Dipole Antenna Fo llow these steps to connect a dipole antenna to your TV/ VCR. Do not connect a dipole antenna if you plan to connect a different type of indoor or outdoor antenna or cable system.
31 Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connect a Cable System With a Cable Box IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO OUT IN Cable IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO B A OUT IN A. Cable Box Requir ed to Unscramble All Channels 1 . Connect as shown. This connection may require additional accessories not provided.
32 Hooking Up the TV/VCR Connect a VCR or Camcorder for Copying T apes IN FROM ANTENNA AUDIO INPUT VIDEO VCR (Playback Only) TV/VCR (Recording Only) OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. VHF/UHF 3 CH. 4 Audio/Video Cables IN OUT VIDEO AUDIO IN OUT From Antenna, Cable or Cable Box Optional A.
33 References T r ouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your TV/VCR to an Authorized RCA VCR Servicenter.
34 References T r ouble Checks Problem Solution Clock shows incorrect time or date TV/VCR makes noise when stopped Will not auto channel search active channels correctly Cannot see closed captions on .
35 References Cleaning the TV/VCR Turn off the TV/VCR before cleaning. You can clean the TV/VCR as required by using a soft cloth or the dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner. Be sure to occasionally vaccuum the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.
36 References Limited W arranty What your warranty covers: • Any defect in material or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: • Ninety days for labor charges.
37 References Index Content Themes Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Defined . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38 Index SEARCH Blank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Picture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 Zero . . . . .
Index References 39 TV/VCR MAIN MENU . . . . .3,4,5,9,10,19,22,23,25,26 TV/VCR Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-5 Types of Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22 Unlock Parental Controls . . . . .
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