RCA VR705HF Operation & User’s Manual

electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. [_!'-'_uJd[o]_ I RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. _, This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour eviter les chocs electriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusq_ au fond. Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical 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. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card arlows 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 VCR. Model No. VR705HF Serial No. Purchase Date: Dealer/Address/Phone:

with features that will add to your recording and viewing experience. The _llowing information summarizes a few of these features. Chapter 4 provides more int_,rmation about the rest of the VCR's features and how to use them. ,O,Oi [ Rec Ch 36 Record Length 1:30 Press REC to set length Universal Remote Control Description: The VCR's remote control can operate most RCA, GE, and Proscan TVs with no additional steps and can control many other remote-controllable devices with just a few programming steps. Requirements: Point the remote control at the active device to see if it can be operated. If necessary, program the remote control following the steps listed in this manual's "Working with the Remote Control" chapter. Express Recording (XPR) Description: XPR quickly records the remaining portion of a program already in progress. XPR is a great way to capture the end of a sporting event that has run into overtime or a live broadcast that runs long. Requirements: Repeatedly press the Record button on the remote control or the VCR front panel to add 30-n_.inute increments of time to record. TIMER RECORDINGS 1>Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs. 0 Exit Timer Recordings Description: Your VCR allows you to program tip to eight different futtlre broadcasts to be recorded. _2)u can catch a one time. daily, or weekly broadcast to record. Requirements: The VCR's clock must be set correctly. A tape with its safety tab in place and enough tape to record a program must be inserted into the VCR. For a cable box or satellite receiver, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record het_re the recording is to begin ShowSaver TM Memory Protection Description: Set timer programs are stored indefinitely using the VCRs pClll]al]elll nlenloFy SO }.ou'l[ never have n) worry about losing your programs due to an extended power outage Requirements: StOl-t:a daily o_ x,,eekly timer program in the VCR's memot T. 1

Description: Protects preprogrammed VCRs from frustrating recording accidents or interruptions from children. Requirements: Set the VCR to Lock by pressing and holding the POWER button on the remote control for six seconds. "SAFE" will appear on the VCR front panel. The VCR unlocks by pressing and holding the POWER button on the remote control, again for six seconds. Front Audio/Video Input Jacks Description: The VCR has Audio/Video (A/V) input jacks on both the front and rear of the unit (there are output jacks on the rear panel only). The front A/V jacks make it easy to plug in an external A!V device, such as a camcorder. Requirements: Make sure that all A/V connections are snug. To see a connected device's image, turn the VCR to its Video Line Input by pressing the remote control's INPUT button. Hi-Fi Quality Sound Description: When using the VCR's A/V jacks, you can feed stereo quality sound from your VCR to your TV or stereo. Stereo quality sound allows for two separate channels of sound (Left and Right) to be heard. Requirements: Using A!V jacks and cables to connect the VCR to the TV or stereo. 2

......................................................................................................... 1 Connections & Setup ........................................................................................................... 5 Things to Consider Before Connecting Components .......................................................... 6 Cable Considerations ............................................................................................................ 6 Choose Your Connection ...................................................................................................... 7 Using the RF Coaxial Cable to Connect the VCR to a TV .............................................. 7 "rv + VCR .......................................................................................................................... 8 TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ......................................................................................... 9 TV + VCR + Cable Box ................................................................................................... 10 Set the VCR's CH 3/4 Switch ................................................................................................ 11 Plug in the VCR .................................................................................................................... 11 Put Batteries in the Remote Control .................................................................................. 11 Turn on the "IV and VCR...................................................................................................... 11 Tune the "IV .......................................................................................................................... 11 Using the Remote Control to Navigate On-Screen Menus ............................................... 12 Complete the QuickSet Guide ...................................................................................... 12 Accessing Menus ........................................................................................................... 12 VCR Basics ............................................................................................................................ 13 Playing a Tape ............................................................................................................... 13 Automatic Rewind ........................................................................................................ 13 Tape Eject ...................................................................................................................... 13 Recording ............................................................................................................................. 13 Check the Safety Tab .................................................................................................... 13 Using the VCR's Menu System ....................................................................................... 15 Using On-Screen Menus to Set Up Features ...................................................................... 16 Language ....................................................................................................................... 16 Cable Box Setup ............................................................................................................ 16 VCR Channels List .......................................................................................................... 17 Auto Channel Searching ....................................................................................... 17 Changing the Signal Type ..................................................................................... 18 Adding or Removing Channels ............................................................................. 18 Time and Date ............................................................................................................... 19 Auto Clock Set Feature .......................................................................................... 19 To Turn Auto Clock Set ON .............................................................................. 19 Setting the Time Zone ..................................................................................... 20 Setting Daylight-Saving Time .......................................................................... 20 Setting Time and Date Manually .......................................................................... 20 Additional Set Up Features in the Preferences Menu ....................................................... 21 Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option .......................................................................................... 21 Auto Play ....................................................................................................................... 21 Auto TV/VCR .................................................................................................................. 22 EnergySaver ................................................................................................................... 22 Front Panel Brightness (VCR Display) .......................................................................... 22 Tape Speed .................................................................................................................... 23 Set Auto Repeat ............................................................................................................ 23 3