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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

Product Registration

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.

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.

If fixed (non-moving) images are left on the screen for long periods, they may be permanently imprinted on the picture tube. Such images include network logos, phone numbers, and video games. This damage is not covered by your warranty. Extended viewing of channels displaying these images should be avoided.

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.

Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the 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. _________________________________________________________

Serial No. _________________________________________________________

Purchase Date: __________________________________________________

Dealer/Address/Phone: ___________________________________________________________________________________

G-LINK, VCR Plus+, C3, PlusCode, and GUIDE Plus+ are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation.

The GUIDE Plus+ system is manufactured under license from Index Systems Inc.

Thomson Consumer Electronics and Gemstar are not in any way liable for the accuracy of the program information provided by the GUIDE Plus+ System. In no event shall Thomson Consumer Electronics or Gemstar be liable for any amount representing loss of profits, loss of business, or indirect, special, or consequential damages in connection with the provision or use of any information equipment, or services relating to the GUIDE Plus+ System.

SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

GETTING STARTED

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2 USING THE REMOTE

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SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

STEP 1: UNPACK THE TV/VCR AND

REMOTE CONTROL

Contact your dealer if your remote control is missing.

STEP 2: INSERT BATTERIES IN THE

REMOTE

1.Remove the battery compartment cover from the back of the remote.

2.Insert fresh batteries. Make sure that the polarities (+ and -) are aligned correctly.

3.Replace the cover.

VCR1 ON???OFF TV

STEP 3: PLACE YOUR TV/VCR ON A

STABLE SURFACE

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to the TV/VCR, take care in selecting a surface or stand on which to place your product and when moving or carrying it. Use a stable surface

or a strong steady stand and a location where the TV/VCR cannot be tipped over or easily pulled off, particularly by children. Do not

attempt to carry or move this product with one hand. Grasp the TV/VCR with both hands with the TV front against your body to prevent it from slipping out of your grasp.

STEP 4: CHOOSE A HOOKUP

Answer the questions to choose the appropriate hookup for your TV/VCR.

1.How does your TV/VCR receive signals?

Choose one answer from below.

???Dipole antenna ??? Use Connection A.

???Outside antenna ??? Use Connection B.

???Cable System ??? Go to question 2.

2.What type of Cable-TV system* do you have?

Choose one answer from below.

???Cable without a box ??? Use Connection B.

???Cable box to unscramble all channels ??? Use Connection C.

???Cable box to unscramble only premium channels, such as HBO, Showtime, Cinemax, etc. ??? Use Connection D.

G-LINK Cable

Please locate the G-LINK cable (provided) when you???re getting ready to set up your TV/VCR. You need to use this cable to connect your TV/VCR to your cable box (if you have one) in order for all of the features of the program guide to work properly.

*You may need to contact your local cable company for assistance.

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HOW TO HOOK UP A VCR OR CAMCORDER

To hook up a VCR or camcorder for copying tapes, use Connection E or F.

CONNECTION A:

Attaching to a Dipole Antenna (With No Cable Box)

Follow 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. Optional accessories may be required for this connection.

1.Insert the antenna base into the slot on the back of your TV/VCR.

2.Connect the twin-lead ends of the antenna to the screw terminals of an antenna adapter.

3.Connect an antenna adapter to the IN FROM ANTENNA jack on the back of the TV/VCR.

4.Plug the TV/VCR power cord into the back of the TV/VCR.

5.Go to ???Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.???

Once you have plugged in your TV/VCR, adjust the length and position of the antenna rods for the best reception. For viewing VHF channels, extend the rods fully. For UHF viewing, shorten the rods.

Match Your Type of Antenna or Cable

CONNECTION B:

3.Go to ???Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.???

Back of TV/VCR

IN FROM

ANTENNA

INPUT

G-LINK

AUDIO VIDEO

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CONNECTION C:

Attaching to a Cable Box Required to Unscramble All Channels

1.Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this connection.

2.Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box.

3.Go to ???Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.???

CONNECTION D:

Attaching to a Cable Box Required to Unscramble Premium Channels Only

1.Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this connection.

2.Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box.

3.Place the A-B switch in the B position to watch premium channels. Place the A-B switch in the A position to watch other channels when cable box is not needed.

4.Go to ???Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable.???

Cable from Cable System

Cable Box

Coaxial Cable

Back of TV/VCR

IN FROM

ANTENNA

INPUT

G-LINK

AUDIO VIDEO

In order for the cable box to properly work with your TV/VCR, you must complete ???Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+ System,??? later in this section.

A B

Coaxial Cables

A-B Switch

Back of TV/VCR

IN FROM

ANTENNA

INPUT

G-LINK

AUDIO VIDEO

Coaxial Cable

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CONNECTION E:

Attaching to a VCR for Copying Tapes

1.Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this connection.

2.Plug in power cords of VCR and TV/VCR.

3.For further instructions, see the section ???Copying and Editing Tapes.???

Press 00 on the remote to select the line (audio/video) inputs on the TV/VCR to receive the signal from the VCR.

If your VCR has stereo AUDIO OUT jacks, connect the audio cable to the jack labeled MONO. If neither jack is labeled MONO, you may need a Y-adapter to hear both channels.

VCR (Playback Only)

Audio/Video

Cables

From Antenna, Cable

TV/VCR

(Recording Only)

CONNECTION F:

Attaching a Camcorder for Copying Tapes

1.Connect as shown. Optional accessories may be required for this connection.

2.Plug in TV/VCR???s power cord.

3.For further instructions, see the section ???Copying and Editing Tapes.???

Press 00 on the remote to select the line (audio/video) inputs on the TV/VCR to receive the signal from the camcorder.

If your camcorder has stereo AUDIO OUT jacks, you may need a Y-adapter to hear both channels.

The unauthorized recording of television programs and other materials may infringe upon the rights of others.

Camcorder (Playback Only)

TV/VCR

(Recording Only)

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STEP 5: CONNECT THE G-LINK CABLE

This is an important step because the G-LINK cable enables your TV/VCR and the GUIDE Plus+ system (the on-screen guide that lists what shows are on TV) to work with your cable box. The G-LINK cable will not work until the GUIDE Plus+ system is set up. (Setting up the GUIDE Plus+ system is explained in ???Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+ System,??? later in this section.)

If you do not have a cable box, you do not have to connect the cable. If your TV is connected to a cable box, you must connect the G-LINK cable to your cable control box, complete the TV/VCR menu setup, and activate auto-programming. Unless you complete these steps, no channels will be listed in the on-screen program guide and your TV will not work properly.

FIND THE REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR

You have to attach the G-LINK cable???s end to the remote control sensor on the cable box. Some cable boxes have a label attached to it that identifies the remote control sensor. If the remote sensor isn???t labeled on your cable box, you need to use the remote control that came with the cable box to locate the sensor. To do this:

1.Turn off the cable box.

2.Hold the remote control (not the one that came with your TV/VCR, but the one that came with the cable box) so it is touching the front of the component.

3.Slowly move the remote control across the front of the cable box while you press the power button on and off. You must press and release the power button each time you move the remote (holding down the button won???t work).

CABLE BOX

CHANNEL

Note that you must remove the demo pin from the G-LINK jack on the back of the TV/VCR before inserting the G-LINK cable.

Tip

You may want to use a piece of clear plastic tape to temporarily affix the G-LINK cable end until you have completed the connection. That way you can easily move it if you have not placed it correctly over the sensor.

4.When the cable box turns on, you???ve located the remote control sensor.

5.Attach the end of the G-LINK cable to your cable box (see instructions below).

ATTACH THE END TO THE CABLE BOX

Attach the end of the G-LINK cable to your cable box as shown in the

SENSOR

CHANNEL

illustration to the right.

Connect to G-LINK jack

on the back of the TV/VCR.

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STEP 6: 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. Be sure to insert the plug completely.

STEP 7: TURN ON THE TV/VCR

Press POWER on the front of the TV/VCR or press TV or VCR on the remote. The indicator in the POWER button on the front of the TV/VCR will light when the TV/VCR is on.

The first time you turn on the TV/VCR, you will be asked to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

STEP 8: SET UP THE GUIDE PIUS+ SYSTEM

You can set up the GUIDE Plus+ system to display your local program listings and control your cable box. If you are using a cable box and do not set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, your TV/VCR will not work properly.

The GUIDE Plus+ Setup appears when you turn on your TV/VCR for the first time.

???The GUIDE Plus+ system is the on-screen guide that lists what shows are on TV in your area. In order to get program information, you need to set up the GUIDE Plus+ information.

???The G-LINK cable must be connected to the back of your TV/VCR, and the other end must be attached to your cable box (if you have one) in order for the GUIDE Plus+ Setup to work.

If you move or if any of your information changes:

1.Return to the GUIDE Plus+ setup and reinitialize the setup to indicate that you are no longer using a cable box. (You must clear the previous channel lock before re-setting the TV/VCR.)

2.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

3.Press 5, then 1 to initiate Auto Channel Search.

4.When the Auto Channel Search is complete, press MENU.

5.Press 6, then 1 to create a new setup. (See ???Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+ System,??? at left, for more details.)

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To complete GUIDE Plus+ setup, the G-LINK cable must be properly attached to your cable box if you have one. See ???Step 5: Connect the G-LINK Cable,??? later in this section.

Select your country and enter your ZIP or Postal code. For Canada, use

CH ^ and v to select letters.

The next series of screens asks you about your cable TV setup. If you have a cable box, you must set the GUIDE Plus+ system to control it. Otherwise, it will not be able to locate and download program information.

Tune your cable box to Channel 2 and then select the brand of your cable box from the choices available. The system then searches for the correct code to control your cable box. When your cable box switches to channel 9 it has located the correct code.

Select Yes if the cable box changed to channel 9, or No if it did not. If you select No, the system will try another code.

If the GUIDE Plus+ system cannot recognize your cable box after several tries, a screen stating ???Cable Box test failed...Please consult your manual and try again??? appears. Choose either Try Again or Skip Cable Box Setup. If you get this message, you should also:

???Double check the brand of your cable box, and try entering it again.

???Check to make sure the G-LINK cable is attached correctly.

If you choose to skip the cable box setup some features of the guide may not be available until you successfully complete this procedure.

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Once the correct model of cable box has been identified, you need to set the cable box???s output channel.

Enter the channel you use to view channels through your cable box??? usually 3 or 4. Consult your cable box???s instruction book or your cable company if you are not sure. Choose 0 to use VIDEO INPUT.

The last screen comes up when you???ve successfully finished the GUIDE Plus+ setup.

Remember:

???Leave your cable box turned ON to download program information. Downloading may take 24 hours.

Press OK to leave the GUIDE Plus+ Setup and return to the TV???s Main Menu. See the section ???Features and Controls??? for more details about the GUIDE Plus+ system.

To Get Out of the GUIDE Plus+ System:

???Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the highlighted channel.

???Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel displayed in the background.

???Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and go to the last channel you were watching.

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STEP 9: SET UP THE REST OF THE TV/VCR

Select the Language

This feature lets you select English, Spanish, or French as the language for your on-screen displays.

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 1 to display the Screen menu.

3.Press 3 to toggle the menu language between English, Spanish and French. The default menu language when you first turn on the TV/VCR is English.

Put Channels into Memory (Auto Channel Search)

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 5 to display the Setup menu.

3.Press 1 to start Auto Channel Search.

4.Allow the TV/VCR to search for all channels. Pressing any buttons during Auto Channel Search will stop the search and only some channels will be in the TV/VCR???s memory. When the search is finished the TV/VCR will automatically tune to the first channel in the channel memory list.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

SCREEN

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

1 Picture Quality

5 Setup

2 Closed Captioning

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

3 Menu Language: English

(Idioma/Langue)

0 Exit

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Set the Signal Type (Optional)

Note that if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, Signal Type will not be available.

The TV/VCR automatically selects the signal type (cable or antenna) when you run the Auto Channel Search. If you want to change the signal type, follow the directions below.

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 5 to display the Setup menu.

3.Press 5 to toggle the Signal Type between Antenna and Cable.

???After changing the Signal Type, you may need to re-enter the channel number you are trying to receive.

???After changing the Signal Type, you may need to run the Auto Channel Search again.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

Add or Remove Channels from the TV/VCR???s Memory

This feature is not available if you are using a cable box and have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, regardless of whether or not you use the GUIDE Plus+ system.

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 5 to display the Setup menu.

3.Press 2 to display the Add/Remove Channels screen.

4.Follow the directions on the screen to add or remove a channel.

5.Add or remove more channels by entering the channel number or pressing CH ^ or v.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

SETUP

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

1 Auto Channel Search

5 Setup

2 Add/Remove Channels

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

3 AutoADDRepeatREMOVE CHANNELS

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Set the Time and Date (Clock)

Note that if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, the Time menu will not appear. Note that the only time you need to set the clock is when you???re not using cable (or a cable box). To set the clock:

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 2 to display the Time menu.

3.Press 1 to display the Set Time and Date screen.

4.Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the time.

???Press 0 before 1; 0 is added automatically before all other numbers. Press 1 for AM or 2 for PM. Example: For a time of 1:07 PM, press 0, then 1, then 0, then 7, then 2.

5.Use the number buttons on the remote to enter the date.

???The day of the week will automatically appear after you enter the year.

???Press CLEAR on the remote at any time to change incorrect entries.

6.Press MENU on the remote to start the clock.

To exit and return to TV viewing, follow the on-screen instructions.

To display the time and date, press INFO on the remote.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

TIME

4 Parental Controls

5Setup

1 Sleep Timer

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

2 Wake-up Timer

3 Set Time and Date

0 ExitSET TIME AND DATE

Time --:-- -

(hh:mm)

0Exit

Date: --/--/--

Press MENU to cancel

If you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system, the Time menu will not appear.

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REMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS

ON???OFF When in TV/VCR mode, turns the TV/VCR on and off. If in another device mode (VCR, DVD, Satellite, etc.) and programmed, will turn the device on and off. When pressed twice within two seconds, all devices that are on will be turned off (this feature only works with most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN products).

VCR1 Puts the remote in VCR mode.

TV Turns on the TV/VCR and puts the remote in TV/VCR mode.

DVD Puts the remote in DVD mode.

VCR2 Puts the remote in VCR2 mode.

LED (Light Emitting Diode) Indicates programming mode when programming the remote.

AUX Turns on the component you have programmed it to control.

SAT???CABLE Puts the remote in SAT???CABLE mode. The SAT???CABLE button will not function properly without first completing the GUIDE Plus+ system setup procedures.

MUTE Reduces the TV/VCR???s volume to its minimum level. When pressed again, restores the volume.

SEARCH Advances the tape approximately 60 seconds. Also displays Index, Zero, and Blank search screens when tape is inserted in the TV/VCR.

CH ^ and v (Channel Up and Down) Scans up or down through the

channel list. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and hold to continue changing channels. During tape playback, pressing CH ^ or v adjusts tracking.

VOL < and > (Volume Down and Up) Decreases or increases the TV/VCR???s volume.

SPEED (Tape Speed) Selects a recording speed (SP, LP, or SLP). See the section ???Recording Features??? for more details, including definitions of SP, LP, and SLP.

GO BACK Returns you to the previous channel.

Light Icon Lights some of the remote buttons. The buttons remain lit as long as any button is pressed within approximately four seconds of the last button pressed. The light times out if no buttons are pressed, which conserves the life of your batteries. If the light times out, simply press the button to turn it on again.

GUIDE Brings up and exits the GUIDE Plus+ system. In TV and VCR modes, brings up available on-screen guides (RCA, GE, and PROSCAN products only).

INFO Brings up channel information that display the TV/VCR???s current status. Press again to clear the display. Also brings up the time counter when a tape is inserted.

Arrows Used to point to different items in the menu system. Also used to adjust the menu controls.

OK Selects highlighted items or returns you to the previous menu.

MENU Displays the TV/VCR Main Menu. Advances to next program during program review. When in VCR mode, it functions as a PROGRAM button.

LED

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

REC???VCR+ STOP PAUSE

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CLEAR Removes any menu or display from the screen and returns you to TV viewing. Also exits the GUIDE Plus+ menu system. Allows you to change menu entries or clear a timer recording. Resets time counter to 0:00:00 when displayed.

Number Buttons (0-9) Enters channel numbers, digits for programming the remote, and time settings directly though the remote control. To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit channel, press and hold the first digit, release, then add the second two. For example: to tune to channel 123, press and hold 1, release, press 2, then 3.

INPUT In TV/VCR mode, press to toggle through the available input sources (VIDEO 1, VIDEO 2, current channel).

ANTENNA Functions as TV/VCR button in VCR mode and TV/receiver button in SAT???CABLE mode.

REVERSE Rewinds the tape when the TV/VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in reverse during playback.

PLAY Plays a tape.

FORWARD Fast forwards the tape when the TV/VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in forward motion during playback.

REC???VCR+ Starts TV/VCR recording. Used for express recording. When in the GUIDE Plus+ system, pressing this button brings up the one-button recording screen. When not in the GUIDE Plus+ system, pressing this button will record the program you are currently viewing; however, if you have set a GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording, that recording will interrupt the TV/VCR recording.

STOP Stops functions such as record, play, rewind, fast forward, and pause.

PAUSE Pauses the tape during playback. Pauses the tape during recording to prevent recording of unwanted scenes.

TRACKING - and + (Tracking Down and Up) Lets you manually adjust tracking to reduce the streaks that may appear in the picture during playback.

EDIT Pressing EDIT during playback pauses the tape. Press again to resume playback. Also, if FR. ADV is pressed, the tape advances frame-by-frame. One way to resume playback is to press EDIT.

FR. ADV (Frame Advance) Fast forwards the tape through a commercial when a tape is playing. Advances the tape one video frame at a time when the tape is paused.

USING THE INPUT BUTTON

Use the INPUT button to toggle through the available input sources and view the component you have connected to the TV/VCR.

1.Press TV to place the remote in TV mode. Make sure that the component you want to view is turned on.

2.Press INPUT to tune to an available input source.

3.Continue to press INPUT to scroll through the input sources.

Modes of Operation

Because this universal remote can control several different components (cable box, another VCR, etc.), it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example if you want the remote to control the TV/VCR, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV/VCR.

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PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE

The universal remote can be programmed to control most brands of remote controllable VCRs, satellite receivers, and cable boxes. The remote is already programmed to control most RCA, GE, and PROSCAN TVs, VCRs, DVD players, laserdisc players, and satellite receivers.

TESTING THE REMOTE

To determine whether the universal remote needs to be programmed, turn a device ON, such as a DVD player, point the remote at the DVD player, and press the DVD button. Then press ON???OFF or CH ^ or v to see if the DVD player responds to the remote commands. If not, the remote needs to be programmed.

Using Automatic Code Search

The following instructions can be used to program the remote to control each of the devices connected to your TV. If you want to exit the automatic code search without programming any of your devices, press and hold CLEAR until the LED turns off.

Note that the automatic code search will not work with the AUX button.

To program the remote using automatic code search:

1.Turn on the device you want to control (VCR, SAT, etc.).

2.Press and hold the button you want to program (VCR1, VCR2, etc.). While holding the device button, press and hold ON???OFF until the red light on the remote turns on, then release both buttons.

3.Press and release PLAY, then wait 5 seconds or until the LED stops flashing.

At this point the remote is searching for the correct code to program. If, after 5 seconds, the device you want to control does not turn off, press PLAY again to tell the remote to search the next set of codes.

Continue pressing PLAY until the device turns off or you have searched through all of the codes. There are 20 total sets of codes. If the device does not turn off after pressing PLAY 20 times, then the remote cannot control that particular device.

If the device you want to control does turn off:

1.Press and release REVERSE, then wait 2 seconds. Repeat this step until the device turns back on.

2.To finish, press and hold STOP until the red light on the remote turns off.

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

REC???VCR+ STOP PAUSE

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Using Direct Entry

1.Turn on the component to be programmed.

2.Look up the brand and code number(s) for the component on the code list on the last page of this section, ???Using the Remote.???

3.Press and hold the appropriate component button (VCR1, DVD, VCR2, AUX, SAT???CABLE).

4.While holding the component button, enter the code from the code list.

5.Release the component button, and then press ON???OFF to see if the component responds to the remote commands. If it doesn???t, try pressing the component button and then ON???OFF again.

6.If you get no response, repeat these steps using the next code listed for your brand, until the component responds to the remote commands.

USING THE REMOTE TO CONTROL A DEVICE

Once the remote has been programmed successfully, you are ready to use it to control your devices.

To operate the device:

1.Press the device button (TV, VCR1, VCR2, DVD, AUX, or SAT???CABLE) to set the remote to control the device. Note that the SAT???CABLE button will only work if you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system and are using a cable box.

2.Press ON???OFF to turn the device ON or OFF.

3.Use the remote buttons that apply to that device.

MODES OF OPERATION

Because this universal remote can control several different components (DVD player, VCR, cable box, etc.) it uses operational modes triggered by the component buttons. For example, if you want the remote to control the TV, you would press the TV button to put the remote into TV mode before you could control the TV.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING YOUR TV/VCR

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2 USING THE REMOTE

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3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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4 FEATURES AND CONTROLS

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

HOW TO PLAY A TAPE

1.Insert a tape in the TV/VCR.

The TV/VCR automatically turns on. The tape automatically begins to play if the safety tab on the cassette has been removed and the Auto Play feature has been turned on.

2.Press PLAY, if necessary. The word Play and the time counter appear on the screen.

3.If necessary, while the tape is playing, press TRACKING + or - on the remote or CH ^ or v on the TV/VCR to remove any streaks from the picture.

4.Press STOP on the remote or STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR to stop playback.

5.Press REW on the TV/VCR or REVERSE on the remote to rewind the tape. If the VCR is playing a tape, the TV/VCR will search backwards through the tape. If the TV/VCR is not playing a tape, the tape will rewind back to its start.

???After the tape reaches its end during playback, it will automatically rewind back to the beginning of the tape and eject the tape.

???Pressing the remote???s ON???OFF button while the tape is rewinding will not stop the tape. The tape will continue to rewind until it reaches its beginning, and then the TV/VCR will turn off.

6.Press FORWARD on the remote to advance the tape. If the VCR is playing a tape when the FORWARD button is pressed, the TV/ VCR will search forward through the tape.

7.Press STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR or STOP on the remote to eject the tape once it is completely rewound.

Note that a cassette may be ejected even if the power is turned off.

Safety Tab

If the GUIDE Plus+ system appears when a tape is inserted, press the GUIDE or CLEAR button on the remote. The GUIDE Plus+ system will disappear in approximately one minute if you do not press any button.

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USING THE PLAYBACK FEATURES

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 during playback to pause the action. The TV/VCR will automatically switch from pause to stop after a few minutes to prevent tape wear.

2.Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.

Frame Advance

Frame advance lets you view one frame at a time while in the PAUSE mode. Frame advance works best with tapes recorded in SLP speed.

1.Press PAUSE during playback to pause the action.

2.Press FR. ADV on the remote each time you want to view the next frame of the scene.

Press and hold FR. ADV on the remote to view the tape frame-by- frame.

3.Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.

Picture Search

You can visually search a picture during pause mode. Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best for tapes recorded in SLP speed.

1.During playback, press FORWARD on the remote to search forward or REVERSE to search in reverse.

2.Press PLAY to return to normal playback.

Slow Motion (only available on model T19067)

You can view the picture in slow motion during PAUSE mode. There are three slow-motion speeds. Sound is turned off during slow-motion playback.

1.Press PAUSE.

2.Press and hold FR. ADV to begin slow motion.

Press FR. ADV again for the faster slow-motion speed.

Press FR. ADV a third time for the fastest slow-motion speed.

3.Press PLAY to return to normal playback or press PAUSE to return to pause mode.

The TV/VCR will automatically switch from slow-motion playback to stop after a few minutes to prevent tape wear.

VCR1 ON???OFF TV

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

REC???VCR+ STOP PAUSE

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Automatic Tracking

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.

Manual Tracking

Occasionally, you may need to manually adjust tracking on a tape recorded on a different VCR or camcorder. Tracking is used when playing a tape. It has no effect during recording.

???When streaks or snow appear in the picture during normal playback or slow motion, press TRACKING + or - on the remote or CH ^ or v on the TV/VCR for the best possible picture.

???To return to automatic tracking the tape must be removed from the VCR and re-inserted.

Time Counter

The time counter helps locate the beginning or end of programs you taped. The time counter automatically resets to 0:00:00 whenever a tape is inserted, or when CLEAR is pressed while the time counter is displayed.

For example, if a 30-minute program was recorded at the beginning of the tape and you wanted to record another program after it, you should:

1.Insert the pre-recorded tape.

2.Press INFO twice to display the time counter and fast forward the tape until 30 minutes appears on the screen. Then you can begin recording a second program.

0:30:00

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

This is the approximate end of the program and you can begin recording at this spot.

3.Press INFO again or eject the tape to remove the time counter from the screen.

Commercial Scan

This is useful for skipping commercials or short program segments. Press SEARCH during playback to advance the tape approximately 60 seconds.

VCR1 ON???OFF TV

REVERSE PLAY FORWARD

REC???VCR+ STOP PAUSE

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Auto Play Feature

This feature enables the TV/VCR to automatically start playing a tape when it is inserted. (The safety tab on the tape must be removed.)

1.Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 5 to display the Setup menu.

3.Press 4 to change the Auto Play setting.

The Auto Play feature is set to On at the factory.

???Select On if you want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically.

???Select Off if you do not want a tape with its safety tab removed to start playing automatically.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

Auto Repeat Feature

This feature tells the TV/VCR to play a tape (or part of a tape) continuously. The TV/VCR will automatically rewind the tape, or a selected portion of the tape, and play it repeatedly.

1.Using REVERSE, FORWARD, or PLAY on the remote, go to the place on the tape that you want to be the beginning of the section that automatically repeats. Reset the time counter to 0:00:00 by pressing INFO, then CLEAR.

2.Using FORWARD or PLAY on the remote, go to the place on the tape that you want to be the end of the section that plays continuously. Remember the numbers on the time counter. (2:55 is the end time for Auto Repeat in the example to the right.)

3.Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

4.Press 5 to display the Setup menu.

5.Press 3 to display the Auto Repeat menu.

6.Using the number buttons, enter the amount of time you want the tape to repeat (the number from Step 2). In the example at right, the section that the TV/VCR will automatically repeat is 2:55???two hours, 55 minutes long.

To Cancel Auto Repeat

Press MENU, then 5, then 3, and then CLEAR.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

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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. You can select a specific index number or search by scan and play.

To Select Scan and Play Index Playback:

1.Insert the pre-recorded tape and press STOP.

2.Press SEARCH on the remote to display the Index Search screen.

3.Press FORWARD on the remote to scan forward or REW to scan in reverse.

When the TV/VCR locates an index mark, it will stop and play a few seconds of the program following the mark.

4.At any time during the search, press PLAY to stop searching and begin playback, or press STOP to stop the search.

If the beginning or end of the tape is reached during the search, the message ???End of tape??? appears.

To Select a Specific Index Number for Index Playback:

1.Insert the pre-recorded tape and press STOP.

2.Press SEARCH on the remote to display the Index Search screen.

INDEX SEARCH

Press REW or FF to begin search

Enter a specific index number

3.Use the number buttons (0-9) on the remote to enter the number of the index mark for which you want the TV/VCR to search.

4.Press FORWARD to search forward or REVERSE to search in reverse.

When the TV/VCR locates the index mark, it will begin playback.

When using index playback, the following index marks may be skipped by the TV/VCR:

???The mark closest to the current location on the tape.

???The mark at the beginning of a recorded segment that is five minutes or less.

???The mark at the beginning of the tape.

INDEX SEARCH

Press REW or FF to begin search

Enter a specific Index Number

INDEX SEARCH

Scanning...

Index Number

Press STOP to cancel

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Zero Search

This feature allows you to quickly return to a time counter reading of 0:00:00. This is especially convenient when you want to watch a segment of the tape several times.

1.Insert the pre-recorded tape and press STOP.

2.Press INFO on the remote twice to display only the time counter.

3.Use PLAY, FORWARD, or REVERSE on the remote to locate the start of the segment you want to repeat.

4.Press CLEAR to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.

5.Continue playing the tape and press STOP when you reach the end of the segment you want to repeat.

6.Press SEARCH twice to display the Zero Search screen. The current time counter is displayed.

7.Press REVERSE or FORWARD on the remote to return to 0:00:00. The tape rewinds or fast forwards to the 0:00:00 and begins playing.

Blank Search

The TV/VCR will search for blank portions of the tape that are more than six seconds in length.

1.Insert the pre-recorded tape and press STOP.

2.Press SEARCH on the remote three times to display the Blank Search screen.

BLANK SEARCH

Press FORWARD to begin searching for blank section of tape.

Press SEARCH to exit

3.Press FORWARD to begin searching for a segment that is at least six seconds of blank tape.

4.Press STOP to stop Blank Search.

ZERO SEARCH

Current tape counter is 0:12:34

Press REVERSE to go to 0:00:00

Press SEARCH to exit

ZERO SEARCH

Current tape counter is -0:12:34

Press FORWARD to go to 0:00:00

Press SEARCH to exit

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RECORDING FEATURES

Recording Speeds

Press SPEED to select a recording speed.

???SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording; consequently, fewer programs can be recorded on the tape. Most pre-recorded, rental tapes are recorded in SP.

???LP (Long Play) gives twice the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance are not recommended in this speed.

???SLP (Super Long Play) gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP. Special effects such as pause, slow motion, picture search, and frame advance work in this speed.

Recording Pause

This feature allows you to prevent recording short passages of unwanted material.

???Press PAUSE during recording to temporarily stop and start recording. While the tape is paused, the front panel indicator light inside the REC button will flash. The TV/VCR will automatically switch from pause to stop after a few minutes to prevent tape wear.

Automatic Head Cleaner

The TV/VCR has an automatic head cleaner system. When a cassette is inserted, the head cleaning system is activated. This system minimizes the need for accessory cleaners or a visit to a service center.

Types of Recordings

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

SLP

Tape Speed Indicator

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BASIC RECORDING

The GUIDE Plus+ system recording timer will override the VCR eight-event timer, and Sleep or Wake-up timers if you have set conflicting timed events in the GUIDE Plus+ system. If the VCR-timed recordings are already in progress, they will be interrupted and the GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording will begin as scheduled.

1.Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The TV/VCR will turn on.

2.Press SPEED to select a recording speed. The tape speed indicator appears.

3.Select the channel to be recorded.

4.Press REC???VCR+ on the remote to begin recording. The indicator light in the REC button on the front of the TV/VCR turns on during recording.

5.Press STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR or STOP on the remote to stop recording.

EXPRESS RECORDING

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.

To use express recording:

1.Insert a tape with safety tab in place. The TV/VCR will turn on.

2.Select the channel to be recorded.

3.Press SPEED to select a recording speed. You can also change the speed of the recording in progress.

4.Press REC???VCR+ twice to activate express recording.

5.Press REC???VCR+ repeatedly until the desired amount of recording time is displayed.

6.During express recording, press REC???VCR+ to display the time remaining on the screen. Press REC???VCR+ again to increase the recording time. The TIMER indicator on the TV/VCR???s front panel will light during express recording.

RECORD LENGTH 0:00

CH 04

Press REC to set length

Each time you press RECORD, the recording time increases as shown below:

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To stop an express recording in progress:

???Press and hold STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR or STOP on the remote to stop the express recording.

???OR ???

???Repeatedly press REC???VCR+ until Record Length: 0:00 appears. The recording stops after a few seconds.

TIMER RECORDING

Timer recording lets you program the TV/VCR to record up to eight different programs. This is useful if you plan on being away from home for a long period of time. Before setting the timer, make sure that the clock is set correctly.

To set a timer recording:

1.Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 3 to display the Timer Recordings menu.

3.Press 1 to Create a New Program.

4.Press 1, 2, 3, or 4 to select the 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.

5.Use the number buttons to enter the channel number, start time, end time, and start date of the recording.

???After you enter the start time, press 1 for AM or 2 for PM. Example: For a time of 5:07 PM, press 5, then 0, then 7, and then 2. Repeat for end time.

???Press CLEAR to correct an entry.

6.Press SPEED to select a recording speed.

7.Press MENU to save your program.

8.Repeat steps 3 ??? 6 for additional programs.

9.Insert a tape with safety tab intact before the recording is to begin.

???The TIMER indicator lights in the TV/VCR???s front panel.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

TIMER RECORDINGS

5 Setup

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

1 Create a New Program

2 Review Existing Programs

0 Exit

How often should this program record?

1 One time

2 Daily (every day)

3 Weekdays (M-F)

4 Weekly (once per week)

Program 1 (One Time)

Press CLEAR to correct

Press MENU to save

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TIMER Indicator

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???If you turn the TV/VCR off, the TIMER indicator will flash if there is no cassette in the TV/VCR or the safety tab is missing from the cassette.

10.If using a cable box, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before time for the recording to begin.

To check or clear a timer recording:

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 3 to display the Timer Recordings menu.

3.Press 2 to Review Existing Programs.

4.Press CLEAR to erase a program.

5.Press MENU to review the next program in sequence.

6.After you have reviewed all of your programs press MENU to exit.

To stop a timer recording:

???If it is a TV/VCR-timed recording, press and hold STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR or STOP on the remote. A timer program in progress will be stopped. Only today???s recording of a Daily, Weekdays, or Weekly program is canceled. The Daily, Weekdays, or Weekly program remains in the timer.

???If it is a GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording, you cannot stop it using the remote or front panel. You must cancel the timer through the GUIDE Plus+ system.

COPYING AND EDITING TAPES

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 (VIDEO 1 or VIDEO 2). Pressing 00 once tunes the TV/VCR to the AUDIO/VIDEO 1 input jacks on the rear of the TV/VCR. Pressing 00 twice tunes the TV/VCR to the AUDIO/VIDEO 2 input jacks on the front of the TV/VCR.

3.Insert the tape you want to copy into the playback VCR or camcorder. Insert a blank tape with safety tab intact into the TV/VCR.

4.Start the playback VCR or camcorder playing. If the tape was not recorded on the playback VCR, streaks may appear and you may need to adjust the tracking. When you reach the place you want to begin copying, place the playback VCR or camcorder in play pause.

5.Press RECORD, then PAUSE on the TV/VCR???s remote.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

TIMER RECORDINGs

5 Setup

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

1 Create a New Program

2 Review Existing Programs

0 Exit

Program 1 (One Time)

Press CLEAR to erase

Press MENU for next prog

VIDEO1

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FEATURES AND CONTROLS

USING THE FEATURES AND CONTROLS

This section introduces you to the features and controls with which your TV/VCR is equipped. In this section, you will learn how to use:

???On-screen displays.

???The GUIDE Plus+ Menu system.

???Parental controls, including V-Chip rating limits.

1 SETUP AND CONNECTIONS

???

2 USING THE REMOTE

???

3 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

???

4 FEATURES AND CONTROLS

???

5 REFERENCE

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

USING 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.

CALLING UP ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS

1.Press INFO to display the function, time counter, date, time, and tape speed. If you do not press INFO again, these displays will time out and disappear.

2.Press INFO again:

???No tape in TV/VCR: Displays are removed.

???Tape in TV/VCR: Time counter remains on screen, and will not time out. Press INFO again to remove the time counter.

ADJUSTING THE VIDEO

Use the SCREEN menu to adjust the picture for your personal preference. The TV/VCR will remember the settings you select.

To Adjust Video:

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 1 to display the Screen menu.

3.Press 1 to display the Picture Quality menu.

4.Press CH ^ or v to select the function you want to adjust.

???Select Color to adjust color intensity.

???Select Tint to adjust for natural flesh tones.

???Select Contr (contrast) to adjust picture contrast.

???Select Brite (brightness) to adjust picture brightness.

???Select Sharp (sharpness) to adjust picture sharpness.

5.Press VOL < or > to adjust the function selected.

Press CLEAR to reset the controls to factory defaults.

Ch 08

Pressing INFO with no tape inserted:

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STOP Ch 08 0:00:00

Pressing INFO once with tape inserted:

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0:00:00

Pressing INFO twice with tape inserted:

Use CH and VOL to adjust

Press MENU to exit

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

ABOUT CLOSED CAPTIONING

The closed captioning feature displays the audio portion of a program as text on the TV screen. This is useful to the hearing impaired or anyone who wants to watch a program without sound.

There are four types of closed captions: Caption 1, Caption 2, Text 1 and Text 2. Caption 1 displays the full translation of the primary language in your area. Caption 2 may be used as a second source for secondary languages. Text 1 and Text 2 display on-screen boxes containing the text of general information not necessarily related to the program being watched.

Closed captioning is not available on all channels. Check your TV program listings for CC (closed caption) broadcasts.

TO VIEW CLOSED CAPTIONS

1.Press MENU on the remote to display TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 1 to display the Screen menu.

3.Press 2 to display the Closed Captioning menu.

4.Press 1 to change the Display.

???There are three choices: Off, On, and On When Muted.

???Each time you press 1 the Display will change on the Closed Captioning menu.

5.Press 2 to select the Mode.

???There are four choices: Caption 1, Caption 2, Text 1, and Text 2.

???Each time you press 2 the Mode will change on the Closed Captioning menu.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

USING SLEEP TIMER

The sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR off after 30, 60, 90, or

120minutes.

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 2 to display the Time menu.

3.Press 1 to display the Sleep Timer screen.

4.Press CH ^ or v to select 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes.

While watching a program, press INFO to check the amount of time remaining before the TV turns off.

5.To cancel the sleep timer, first display the Sleep Timer screen by repeating steps 1-4 above. Then, repeatedly press CH ^ or v until ???0:00??? is displayed on the screen.

WAKE-UP TIMER

The timer turns the TV/VCR on at a desired time. You can set it to wake you up in the morning or remind you that a favorite program is about to start.

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 2 to display the Time menu.

3.Press 2 to display the Wake-Up Timer menu.

4.Use the number buttons (0-9) to enter the channel number and time.

???After you enter the time, press 1 for AM or 2 for PM. Example: For a time of 5:07 PM, press 5, then 0, then 7, then 2.

???Press GO BACK to correct an entry and CLEAR to clear the time.

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TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

TIME

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

1 Sleep Timer

5 Setup

2 Wake-Up Timer

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

SLEEP TIMER

0 ExitTurn off TV in 0:00

0 Exit

Press Channel up or down to adjust timer.

Press MENU to exit

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

TIME

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

1 Sleep Timer

5 Setup

2 Wake-Up Timer

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

WAKE-UP TIMER

0 ExitChannel --

Time --:--

0 Exit

WAKE-UP TIMER

Channel 27

Time 05:07

Press GO BACK to correct

Press CLEAR for --:--

Press MENU to exit

If you have set the sleep timer or wake-up timer to activate anytime during a GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording, the sleep timer or wake-up timer will not activate.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

PARENTAL CONTROLS AND V-CHIP

The Parental Controls menu allows you to program your TV/VCR so that children cannot see certain programs.

The first three choices in the Parental Controls menu involve a feature inside your TV/VCR called V-Chip which allows you to ???block??? TV programs and movies based on violence, sex, or other content you may believe children should not view. In other words, it lets you program your TV so it will not display certain programs. Once you block programs, you or other adults are not limited to only parent-approved programs; you can ???unblock??? programs by entering a password.

The V-Chip inside your TV/VCR comes turned ???off,??? so if you choose not to implement it, you can just ignore it.

When turned ???on,??? the V-Chip reads a code that most broadcasters send with programs. That code tells the V-Chip the program???s age-based rating (TV-MA, TV-14, etc.) and content themes (Violence (V), Adult Language (L), etc.). If you have blocked the rating and/or content themes that the program contains, you will receive the message, ???This channel is not approved for viewing,??? when you turn to that particular channel. Broadcasters are not required to provide content themes, so programs received with no content themes will only be blocked if you block their age-based rating. You can also block out programs that have not been given a rating, and programs that are considered ???unrated??? because no code has been sent by the broadcaster.

The age-based ratings and content themes you can block are listed in the table below.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

SETTING TV RATING LIMITS

1.Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 4 to display Parental Controls menu.

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.

Remember, once you have set your limits, you must lock your Parental Controls settings for rating limits to take effect. See ???Lock/Unlock Parental Controls,??? later in this section.

Rating Status Field

Pressing 2 lets you select whether the status of the age-based rating limit to the left is View or Block.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

5 Setup

PARENTAL CONTROLS

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

1 V-Chip Rating Limit

0 ExitV-CHIP RATING LIMIT

0 Exit

12 3 4 5 6 7

Press MENU to exit

Pressing 0 on the remote will reset all ratings to View and V.

Rating Field

Pressing 1 lets you select from a list of age-based ratings.

V-CHIP RATING LIMIT

12 3 4 5 6 7

Press MENU to exit

Content Status Fields

Displays which content themes are applicable to the age-based rating selected in the Rating Field. Pressing 3-7 lets you toggle between View (V) and Block (B) for the following fields: Suggestive Dialog (D), Language (L), Sexual Situations (S), Violence (V), and Fantasy Violence (FV).

Rating Settings Area

Lets you see the current block/view state of age-based ratings and associated content. The color of the content theme letter indicates its status: Green = View, Red = Block.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

BLOCKING AGE-BASED RATINGS

You can automatically block all program ratings above a specified age-based rating level. For example, if you only want your child to watch programs that have a TV-G rating and lower (in other words, you want the child to watch TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y), then you need to block out other programming with higher ratings.

To block programs:

1.Determine the lowest level rating you do not want the child to watch.

2.Continuously press 1 on the remote to scroll through the age- based ratings. Stop pressing 1 when the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch appears. (In the example, you would press 1 until TV-PG appeared on screen, since the highest rating you want the child to watch is TV-G).

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). Note that all associated content is also automatically blocked.

V-CHIP RATING LIMIT

12 3 4 5 6 7

Press MENU to exit

Changing the TV-PG rating status from View

(V) to Block (B) causes the higher ratings and content to block out as well.

VIEWING AGE-BASED RATINGS

After you block age-based ratings, you have the option of going back and changing some of the content ratings back to View (V).

1.Determine the rating you want to view that is currently blocked.

2.Continually press 1 until the rating status corresponding with the age-based rating you want to change appears on the screen.

3.Press 2 to change the status from Block (B) to View (V). Your child would then be able to watch all programs with a TV-14, TV-G, TV-Y7, and TV-Y rating.

Note that TV-14???s content status fields at the bottom of the screen automatically change to a view state, indicated by green letters. These are the only fields that automatically change back to green when you complete this process.

V-CHIP RATING LIMIT

12 3 4 5 6 7

Press MENU to exit

Viewing Age-Based Ratings: Press 2 to change the status back to View.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

BLOCKING SPECIFIC CONTENT THEMES

You can block programs based on their content. (Content is represented by the D, L, S, V, and FV on your screen.) When you block a content theme for a particular rating, you automatically block that content theme for higher-rated programs as well.

For example, if you do not want your child to watch programs that have adult language (L) rated TV-PG or higher, then you would also block out all programming TV-PG and above containing adult language.

To block program content:

1.Determine the lowest level age-based content you do not want the child to watch.

2.Press 1 until the lowest age-based rating whose content theme you do not want the child to watch appears on screen.

3.To change the content theme to Block (B), press the number on the remote that corresponds with the content theme you want to block:

??? Sexual situations (S) = 5

4.After you press the number, the V for the content theme should change to a B in the content status field. In the ratings settings area, all higher ratings??? content theme status will automatically change to Block (letters will turn red).

Remember: You must lock your Parental Controls settings for rating limits to take effect.

V-CHIP RATING LIMIT

12 3 4 5 6 7

Press MENU to exit

Selecting TV-PG and the content theme Adult language (L) blocks all programs with Adult language (L) rated TV-PG and higher.

Pressing CLEAR exits Parental Controls without saving your changes.

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).

2.Continuously press 1 until the rating status corresponding with the content theme(s) you want to change appears on screen.

3.To change the content theme from Block (B) to View (V), press the number on the remote that corresponds with the content theme you want to view.

4.After you press the number, the B should change to V in the content status field.

V-CHIP RATING LIMIT

12 3 4 5 6 7

Press MENU to exit

Note that only the content theme status corresponding to the rating you selected changes to View (V). Higher-rated content themes, such as that for TV-MA language, do not change to View (V).

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

SETTING MOVIE RATING LIMITS

You set movie rating limits by blocking movies rated above a specified level.

To access the V-Chip Movie Rating Limit menu:

1.Press MENU to access the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 4 to display the Parental Controls menu.

3.Press 2 for the V-Chip Movie Rating Limit screen.

4.Use the number buttons (1-2) to change the status of a movie rating.

Remember: You must lock your Parental Controls settings for rating limits to take effect.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

5 Setup

PARENTAL CONTROLS

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

Press MENU to exit

BLOCKING MOVIE RATINGS

If you only want your child to watch movies that have a PG rating and lower (in other words, movies rated PG and G), then you could automatically block out all other movies with higher ratings.

To block movies:

1.Determine the lowest level rating you do not want the child to watch.

2.Continuously press 1 until the lowest rating you do not want the child to watch appears as the rating. (In the example above, you would keep pressing 1 until the rating status scrolled to PG-13, since the highest rating you want the child to watch is PG.)

3.Press 2 to change the status from View to Block. All higher ratings??? status will automatically change to Block.

Remember: You must lock your Parental Controls settings for rating limits to take effect.

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 on the screen.

3.Press 2 to change the status from View to Block.

For example, if movies with a rating of PG-13 and higher are blocked, you can change the rating status button corresponding with NC-17. Your child would then be able to watch all movies with a G, PG, and NC-17 rating.

V-CHIP MOVIE RATING LIMIT

Press MENU to exit

Change the status from View to Block and all higher-rated movies will also be blocked.

V-CHIP MOVIE RATING LIMIT

Press MENU to exit

Viewing Movie Ratings: Pressing 2 on the remote changes the status back to View.

Pressing 0 on the remote will reset all ratings to View and V.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

BLOCKING UNRATED TV PROGRAMS

Some TV programs are not rated but may contain material you do not want your children to see. These programs must be blocked separately.

1.Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 4 to display the Parental Controls menu.

3.Press 3 to select Unrated Programs from the menu and to toggle between View and Block.

Note that unrated programs may include news, sports, political, religious, local and weather programs, emergency bulletins, public announcements and programs without a rating.

LOCK/UNLOCK PARENTAL CONTROLS

Selecting this option lets you lock and unlock Parental Controls settings using a password.

If you do not lock Parental Controls, none of the settings for V-Chip Rating Limit or Unrated Programs will take effect.

1.Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 4 to display the Parental Controls menu.

3.Press 4 to display the Lock Parental Controls screen.

4.Using the number buttons (0-9) enter a four-digit password. Press CLEAR to make any corrections and MENU to exit.

Once you have set your password, the V-Chip Rating Limit and Unrated Programs settings become active. If you try to access a program that is blocked, the screen displays the message ???This channel has not been approved for viewing.??? Follow the instructions on the screen to enter your password and temporarily override the rating limits.

To unlock the Parental Controls settings, you must use your password to access the Parental Controls menu.

1.Press MENU to display the TV/VCR Main Menu.

2.Press 4 to display the Parental Controls menu.

3.Follow the instructions on the screen and enter your password.

4.Press 4 to unlock Parental Controls.

If you forget your password, press STOP/EJECT on the TV/VCR front panel and MENU on the remote simultaneously. This resets the password, but not the limits you???ve set.

Remember: You must lock your Parental Controls settings for rating limits to take effect.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

5 Setup

PARENTAL CONTROLS

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

1 V-Chip Rating Limit

2 2 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit

3 3 Unrated Programs: Block

0 Ex3it

4 Lock Parental Controls

0 Exit

Press 3 to toggle between View and Block for Unrated Programs.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

5 Setup

PARENTAL CONTROLS

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

1 V-Chip Rating Limit

2 2 V-Chip Movie Rating Limit

3 3 Unrated Programs: Block

0 Ex3it

4 Lock Parental Controls

0 Exit

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

USING THE GUIDE PIUS+ SYSTEM

The GUIDE Plus+ system is an interactive on-screen program guide that lists TV schedules for your area and allows your TV direct control of a cable box and VCR. You must first set up the GUIDE Plus+ menu in order to view it.

To bring up the GUIDE Plus+ screen, press GUIDE. There are five sections to a GUIDE Plus+ screen:

???A row of Action buttons at the top of the screen (1, 2 and 3)

???Program information

???A row of Menu options

???Channel listings

???Advertising and special show information

You can also access the GUIDE Plus+ menu by pressing MENU on the remote and then selecting GUIDE Plus+ Menu. If you press MENU on the remote, you can access several other features:

GUIDE Plus+ Setup Displays the GUIDE Plus+ Setup screen.

Setup Setting up the GUIDE Plus+ system is detailed in ???Setup,??? later in this section.

View Demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ system demonstration.

Options Displays the GUIDE Plus+ autodisplay options.

On Automatically displays the GUIDE Plus+ system when you use the TV button or the ON???OFF button on the

remote to turn on the TV.

Off Disables the GUIDE Plus+ system from being displayed when you use the TV button or the ON???OFF button on the remote to turn on the TV.

Continuous Demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ demonstration until it is turned off. To end the Continuous Demo, press MENU.

GUIDE Plus+ Label Displays the GUIDE Plus+ label menu.

On Displays the station name when you change channels.

Off Disables the Label feature.

The following sections tell you more about the GUIDE Plus+ system, how to use it, and how it works.

Note: GUIDE Plus+ screens illustrated in this book are representations of what you are likely to see. Not all channels, programs, and GUIDE Plus+ information depicted will be available in your area. New features and options can be downloaded to the GUIDE Plus+ system, so these too are subject to change.

TV/VCR MAIN MENU

1 Screen

2 Time

3 Timer Recordings

4 Parental Controls

5 Setup

6 GUIDE Plus+ Menu

GUIDE Plus+ MENU

0 Exit

Options

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

GETTING IN & OUT OF THE GUIDE PIUS+ SYSTEM

To enter the GUIDE Plus+ system, press GUIDE on the remote.

There are three ways to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system:

???Press OK to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel highlighted in the Channel listing.

???Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel displayed in the background.

???Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and return to the last channel you were watching.

DOWNLOADING DATA

The GUIDE Plus+ system is not available until it completes its first download of Program information. When the power is turned off, the TV locates a ???host channel??? that carries GUIDE Plus+ data containing Program schedule and Channel Mapping information. (A channel map is the list of stations and their respective channels.)

To ensure that your first download of data is complete, you should leave your TV off overnight. Downloads occur several times a day. The TV must be turned off for GUIDE Plus+ data to download.

If the TV loses power or is unplugged, GUIDE Plus+ Program information may be lost. When power is restored, make sure the setup information is still correct. The GUIDE Plus+ system will complete a download at the next available opportunity.

CHANNEL MAPPING

If more than one cable company services your area, you may be prompted with a Channel Mapping screen after the first GUIDE Plus+ download. You will need to identify your cable company by selecting the correct channel numbers for the stations in question.

???Use the left and right arrows to change the channel group and press OK when the correct channel group is highlighted.

THE DIFFERENT GUIDE PIUS+ SYSTEM MENUS

The GUIDE Plus+ system offers seven different options on the Menu bar: Grid, Sort, News, Schedule, Messages, Editor, and Setup. To access the Menu bar:

1.Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ screen.

2.Press MENU or use the up and down arrows to highlight the Menu bar. The Grid guide comes up by default.

3.Use the left and right arrows to access other menus.

4.Press OK, MENU, or use the down arrow to access the Menu options.

VCR1 ON???OFF TV

Press GUIDE on the remote control to see the GUIDE Plus+ system. To remove the program guide from the screen, press OK, GUIDE, or CLEAR.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

GRID GUIDE

The Grid guide appears each time you enter the GUIDE Plus+ system. It displays the current programming for each channel. The live program is displayed in the video window.

???Use the up and down arrows to browse Channel listings and

CH ^ and v to page through listings. Use the right and left arrows to browse future Program listings.

???To tune to a channel, highlight the program you want to view in the Channel listing and press OK. Press CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and return to the original channel. Press GUIDE to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system and tune to the channel in the background.

Grid Guide Action Buttons

Action buttons will change according to where you are in the GUIDE Plus+ system. Be sure to look at the Action bar before pressing the command numbers.

When highlighting the Channel listings, the following Action buttons are available on the bar:

???Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the TV to turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the Channel listing. When the TV turns on, the GUIDE Plus+ system will automatically appear with the scheduled program highlighted and tuned.

???Go To Press 2 on the remote to bring up the direct dial box and enter the number of the channel you want. This will highlight the channel and current program in the Channel listing of the Grid guide. Press OK to tune to the highlighted channel. If the video window is unlocked, you can press GUIDE to tune to the channel.

???Record Press 3 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the VCR to record the program highlighted in the Channel listing. If you have a cable box, changing TV channels will not cause the cable box channel to change while recording.

The Program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully created a timer to watch or record.

When highlighting Channel names (left column on the Channel listing), the following Action button is available on the bar:

???Lock/Unlock Press 1 to lock or unlock the video window to either stay at one channel as you browse the GUIDE Plus+ system (lock) or change as you browse through different channels (unlock).

Grid Guide Action Buttons

Grid Guide

Selection

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

The Sort menu lets you browse programs by category. The channel to which you are currently tuned is displayed in the background. To sort:

1.Press MENU to highlight the Menu bar.

2.Use the arrows to highlight Sort. When Sort is highlighted for the first time, the Movies category is displayed. Thereafter, the last category used becomes the default. A listing of subcategories is displayed below the category name.

3.Use the up and down arrows to highlight a subcategory. For example, highlight All and press OK.

4.When the listing comes up, movie topics are displayed on screen. Use the up and down arrows to browse the list one at a time. Use CH ^ and v to browse through the list one page at a time. You can also view the next seven days??? programming by pressing the right arrow.

5.Select MENU to return to the Menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Sort Menu Action Buttons

When viewing the results of a Sort, the following Action buttons will appear on the bar:

Sort Menu

Selection

Categories

???Watch Press 1 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule, and then follow the on-line help for further options. Placing a timer in the Schedule will cause the TV to turn on and tune to the program highlighted in the Channel listing at the predetermined time. When the TV turns on, the GUIDE Plus+ system will automatically appear with the scheduled program highlighted and tuned in the background.

???Record Press 3 on the remote to place a timer in the Schedule for the VCR to record the program highlighted in the Channel listing. If you have a cable box, changing channels on the TV will not cause the cable box channel to change while recording.

The Program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully created a timer to watch or record.

If you have selected two programs to watch or record which begin at the same time or overlap, you will receive a timer conflict message. The GUIDE Plus+ system will not schedule a conflicting timer, therefore, you must choose between the two programs.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

News

The News menu lets you browse current news stories by headline.

1.Press GUIDE (the GUIDE Plus+ system appears). Then press MENU to select the menu bar.

2.Use the arrows to highlight News.

3.Use the up and down arrows to highlight a story.

???Use the up and down arrows to browse one list at a time.

???Use CH ^ and v to browse through the list one page at a time.

4.Press the right arrow button to see full text.

5.Select MENU to return to the Menu bar, or press GUIDE or CLEAR on the remote to exit the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Schedule

The Schedule menu lets you create timers for either viewing or recording programs. The GUIDE Plus+ system allows one-button recording. If you have a cable box, make sure you have connected the G-LINK cable to it. See the subsection ???Step 5: Connect the G-Link Cable??? in the section ???Setup and Connections??? for more details.

To schedule a program to watch or record:

1.Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

2.Highlight a program within the Channel listing.

3.Select Watch or Record from the Action buttons. The timer is then automatically logged into the Schedule menu.

4.If you select Record, make sure to place a blank tape in the VCR and leave the VCR turned off.

The Program information window will display a confirmation when you have successfully created a timer to watch or record.

To remove or change the frequency (daily, once, or weekly) of a scheduled event, access the Schedule menu from the Menu bar.

1.Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

2.Press MENU to highlight the Menu bar.

3.Use the arrows to highlight the Schedule menu selection.

4.Use the up and down arrows to highlight the program you want to edit. Then use the Schedule menu Action buttons as described in the next section.

Schedule Menu Action Buttons

Schedule

Selection

The GUIDE Plus+ system recording timer will override the VCR timer if you have set conflicting timers.

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Schedule Menu Action Buttons

When viewing the Schedule menu the following Action buttons will appear on the bar:

???Remove/Stop Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to remove from the Schedule and press 1 on the remote.

???Change Highlight the Watch or Record timer you wish to change and press 3 on the remote to toggle the frequency between the following choices:

Daily Records the same program each day Monday-Friday.

Once Records only on that day.

Weekly Records the program each week at the same time.

Messages

Occasionally you will receive messages regarding your GUIDE Plus+ system, as well as special programming information. You can access these messages from the Messages menu on the Menu bar.

To read messages:

1.Press MENU on the remote to select the Menu bar.

2.Use the arrows to highlight the Messages menu selection.

3.Highlight the message you wish to read by using the up and down arrows.

4.Press INFO to display the full text of the message. If the text continues beyond the screen, press INFO to view the next page of text. Once you have reached the end of the message, press INFO to close the expanded information and return to the Messages screen.

5.Then use the Messages menu Action button as described in the next section.

Messages Menu Action Button

When viewing the Messages menu, the following Action button will appear on the bar:

???Remove Highlight the message you wish to delete and press 1 on the remote.

Messages Menu Action Buttons

Messages

Selection

FEATURES AND CONTROLS

Editor

You may customize the Channel listing by enabling or disabling the display of certain channels. For instance, you may disable channels that you never watch. You can restore disabled channels at a later point in time.

1.Press GUIDE to bring up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

2.Press MENU to highlight the Menu bar.

3.Use the right and left arrows to highlight the Editor menu selection.

4.Use the up and down arrows to select a channel.

Then use the Editor menu Action buttons as described in the next section.

Editor Menu Action Buttons

While browsing the Editor menu, the following Action buttons are available on the bar:

???Cancel Press 1 on the remote to cancel any changes made since entering the Editor menu.

???Change Press 2 on the remote to change the Channel number for the highlighted Channel line.

???On/Off Press 3 on the remote to toggle the state of the channel between On and Off.

Setup

The Setup menu lets you access GUIDE Plus+ system setup information. To access the Setup option:

1.Press MENU on the remote to highlight the Menu bar.

2.Press 5 to select the Setup menu selection.

3.Use the up and down arrows to select Setup, View Demo, or

Options:

???Setup Displays the GUIDE Plus+ system Setup screens. See the subsection ???Step 8: Set Up the GUIDE Plus+ System??? in the section ???Setup and Connections??? for more details.

???View Demo Runs the GUIDE Plus+ system demonstration.

???Options Displays the GUIDE Plus+ autodisplay options.

On Automatically displays the GUIDE Plus+ system when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the

TV.

Off Disables the GUIDE Plus+ system from being displayed when you use the TV button on the remote to turn on the TV.

Editor Menu Action Buttons

Editor

Selection

EXPANDED INFORMATION

To view more information about a program, advertisement, or special, highlight the Channel listing or ad/show information box and press the INFO button. Requesting more information about a particular show will also display the PlusCode programming number and the Shows on Next for that channel.

Pressing INFO while highlighting an ad panel will fill the screen with any additional and/or promotional information regarding that particular program.

Pressing the INFO button again exits the expanded information screen.

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FRONT PANEL

4 - H E A D

A U D I O I NV I D E O I N

AUDIO IN and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives audio and video signals from another component (such as a VCR or camcorder) that is connected to these jacks. To select these front panel jacks, press 00 twice to display VIDEO 2.

CH ^ and v (Channel up and down) Selects next higher or lower channel in the TV/VCR???s channel memory. Used for manual tracking when a tape is playing.

F. FWD (Fast Forward) Fast forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in forward motion during playback.

Headphone Jack Connect headphones (not supplied) to this jack.

PLAY/PAUSE Press once to begin playback of a tape. During playback, press to pause. Press again to resume playback.

POWER Turns the TV/VCR on or off. The indicator in the button lights when the power is on.

REC (Record) Press to start TV/VCR recording. The indicator in the button lights during recording.

Remote Sensor Receives signals from the remote. Aim remote at this sensor with no objects between them.

REW (Rewind) Rewinds the tape when the TV/VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in reverse during playback.

STOP/EJECT Stops normal functions such as record, play, rewind, fast-forward, or pause. Press when a tape is stopped to eject the cassette.

TIMER Indicator Lights when a timer program has been set and a cassette with safety tab in place is in the TV/VCR. Flashes when a timer recording has been set and the TV/VCR is turned off when no cassette has been inserted, a cassette with no safety tab has been inserted, or there has been a power interruption.

WAKE-UP Indicator Lights when the wake-up timer turns on the TV/VCR.

VOL + and ??? (Volume up and down) Raises and lowers the sound.

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BACK PANEL

To view the device you have connected to the AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, press 00 once to display VIDEO 1.

TROUBLESHOOTING

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 Service Center.

No power

???Plug TV/VCR into an operating outlet.

???Check connections.

???Make sure the wall outlet is not controlled by a wall switch.

TV/VCR does not respond to remote

???Aim remote at TV/VCR???s remote sensor with no objects between them.

???Change batteries and make sure they are properly installed.

Poor or no picture during TV viewing

???Switch to an active channel.

???Check antenna connections. If using a dipole antenna, try adjusting its rods.

???Check picture adjustments.

???Make sure the line input is not selected. Repeatedly press 00 on the remote to switch between audio/video input jacks and tuner.

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No sound

???Press VOL ^ to increase the sound.

???Sound has been muted. Press MUTE or VOL ^ on remote.

Snow or streaks in picture or no picture during tape playback

???Check tape ??? it may be worn out or of poor quality. Try another tape.

???Some snow/streaks are normal during search, pause, frame advance, and slow-motion playback.

???Press one of the TRACKING buttons on the remote or CH ^ or v on the TV/VCR to move the streaks up or down and out of the picture.

Will not record or play

???No cassette in TV/VCR.

???Eject and re-insert cassette.

???Broken tape ??? try another cassette.

???Safety tab removed from cassette ??? TV/VCR will not record.

???TV/VCR is in pause mode. Press PAUSE on the remote.

???The GUIDE Plus+ system recording timer will override the VCR timer if you have set conflicting timers. If the VCR-timed recording is already in progress, it will be interrupted and the GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording will begin as scheduled.

Cannot insert or eject tape

???Insert cassette with window facing up and safety tab facing out.

???To remove cassette, TV/VCR must be connected to working outlet.

???Turn POWER off and then on before trying to insert or remove cassette.

Time counter not working

???Press INFO on remote to display time counter on screen.

???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.

???A minus (???) will appear in front of the time counter if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.

Device connected to back panel A/V jacks will not work

???If you have a device connected to the front panel???s Audio/Video jacks, the back panel Audio/Video jacks are disabled.

Timer recording not made or wrong program recorded; clock shows incorrect time or date

???Program entered incorrectly (wrong channel or times).

???Cable box was not turned on and tuned to the correct channel at time recording was to begin.

???Power interruption. TIMER indicator flashes on front of TV/VCR.

???Program exceeded tape???s length or tape was not rewound beforehand.

???No tape in TV/VCR, or cassette ejected if safety tab broken off.

???Power interruption. TIMER REC indicator flashes on front of TV/VCR.

???Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date).

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TV/VCR makes noise when stopped

???TV/VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the TV/VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode.

Will not Auto Channel Search active channels correctly

???Check antenna or cable connections.

???You cannot add or remove channels from the TV/VCR???s memory if you???re using a cable box and have set up the GUIDE Plus+ system.

Cannot see closed captions on screen

???Closed caption function must be set to On.

???Station may not be broadcasting closed captions.

Box appears on screen

???A text feature has been selected. To change the setting, press MENU on the remote, then press 1, then 2. Press 1 to change the Display and 2 to select the Mode. See page 35 for details.

TIMER indicator on front of TV/VCR is flashing

???Power interruption. Check time and date setting (clock).

???Timer program set and TV/VCR turned off with no cassette or cassette with no safety tab inserted.

Tape plays over and over

???Auto repeat is turned on.

Tape starts playing automatically

???Auto play feature is turned on.

Channel number displayed on screen does not change when I press CH ^ or v

???The on-screen channel number will always be the same as the channel number you???ve selected on the switch found on the rear of the cable box (channel 2, 3, or 4), regardless of the channel displayed on the cable box (the channel you???re viewing). The channel number displayed on the cable box should change when you press CH ^ or v.

TV/VCR turns off automatically

???Sleep timer is turned on. Press TV or VCR to turn the TV/VCR back on. Remember that if you have set the sleep timer to activate any time during a GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording, the sleep timer will not activate.

TV/VCR turns on automatically

???Wake-up timer (alarm) is turned on. Remember that if you have set the wake-up timer to activate any time during a GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording, the wake-up timer will not activate.

Sleep timer or wake-up timer not working

???If you have set the sleep timer or wake-up timer to activate any time during a GUIDE Plus+ system-timed recording, the sleep timer or wake-up timer will not activate.

Cannot record one program while watching a different program

???TV/VCR only has one tuner. Only one program can be watched and recorded at the same time.

Parental Controls are not blocking programs

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Parental Control password does not work

???Reset Parental Control password.

Front panel buttons won???t work

???When the GUIDE Plus+ system is recording, front panel buttons are inoperative.

Not receiving all cable channels

???Make sure you have set up the GUIDE Plus+ menu to recognize your cable box. Select GUIDE Plus+ Menu from the Main Menu, then select Setup from the GUIDE Plus+ menu. Choose Yes when asked if you have a cable box. Then select Setup from the Main Menu and run Auto Search. Also make sure you are using the G-LINK cable properly.

GUIDE Plus+ problems

???Check to make sure the G-LINK cable is attached correctly over the IR remote sensors on your cable box, that you have specified in the GUIDE Plus+ setup that you are using a cable box, and that you have completed the TV/VCR menu setup.

???Your remote may be interfering with the G-LINK cable. Place a piece of dark tape over the IR controller.

???GUIDE Plus+ system control of cable box is slower than direct control of the box when changing channels.

???You may have an incorrect GUIDE Plus+ Channel Map. The guide may get out of sync with the cable provider. Use the GUIDE Plus+ Setup feature to change the zip code to 99999. Turn the TV off for 10 minutes. Use Setup again to change the zip code back to the correct value. If asked, be sure to select the correct lineup.

???If you move or if any of your information changes, follow these steps: (1) Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR Main Menu; (2) Press 6, then 1 to set up the GUIDE Plus+ system; (3) Press 5, then 1 to initiate Auto Channel Search.

???If the GUIDE Plus+ system appears when you play a tape, press the GUIDE or CLEAR button on the remote. The GUIDE Plus+ system will disappear in approximately one minute if you do not press any button.

Guide comes up when I turn on the TV/VCR

???You can turn off this feature by selecting Setup from the GUIDE Plus+ menu when the guide is available (press MENU and use the right arrow buttons) and then selecting Options. Choose Off.

SAT???CABLE button on remote doesn???t work

???You must complete the GUIDE Plus+ setup, making sure to specify that you are using a cable box and that you have completed the TV/VCR setup.

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 vacuum the ventilation slots in the cabinet to help assure adequate ventilation.

To clean the TV/VCR screen, use a soft cloth dampened with a diluted soap and water mixture. Do not use furniture polish on the TV/VCR cabinet or screen.

While cleaning, do not spray liquid directly on the screen or allow liquid to run down the screen or inside the TV/VCR. Also, avoid placing drinks or vases with water on top of the TV/VCR. This could increase the risk of fire, shock hazard, or damage to the TV/VCR.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

What your warranty covers:

???Any defect in material or workmanship.

For how long after your purchase:

???Ninety days for labor charges.

???One year for parts.

???Two years for picture tube.

(The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes first.)

What we will do:

???Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your TV/VCR.

???Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts and picture tube required to repair your TV/VCR.

How you get service:

???For screen sizes of 26??? and smaller:

Take your RCA TV/VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center and pickup when repairs are complete.

???For screen sizes larger than 26???: Request home service from any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center, provided that your TV/VCR is located within the geographic territory covered by an Authorized RCA VCR Service Center. If not, you must take your TV/VCR to the service center location at your own expense, or pay for the cost the service center may charge to transport your TV/VCR to and from your home.

???To identify your nearest Authorized RCA VCR-Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900.

???Show the Authorized Service Center representative your sales receipt or other evidence of purchase date.

What your warranty does not cover:

???Customer instruction. (Your Owner???s Manual clearly describes how to install, adjust, and operate your TV/VCR. Any additional information should be obtained from your dealer.)

???Installation and related adjustments.

???Signal reception problems not caused by your TV/VCR.

???Damage from misuse or neglect.

???Cleaning of video/audio heads.

???Batteries.

???A TV/VCR that has been modified or incorporated into other products or is used for institutional or other commercial purposes.

???Images burnt onto the screen.

???Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning damage.

???A TV/VCR purchased or serviced outside the USA.

Product Registration:

???Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your set. It will make it easier for RCA to contact you should it ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.

How state law relates to this warranty:

???This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.

If you purchased your TV/VCR outside the United States:

???This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.

Service calls which do not involve defective materials or workmanship are not covered by this warranty. Costs of such service calls are the sole responsibility of the purchaser.

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Accessory Information

Antenna (or cable-TV) connections are made with either coaxial antenna cable or twin-lead cable. Coaxial cables are shielded so they are less susceptible to hum or interference from adjacent cables.

Most audio/video connections between components can be made with shielded audio and video cables that have RCA-type phono connectors.

Flat 300-ohm twin-lead cable

The following accessories are available from most dealers and electronics supply stores in case you want to position your components farther apart or need additional cables.

Antenna Cables

Audio/Video Cables

Standard Audio/Video cable with RCA-type phono plugs (such as No. VH83)

Color-Coded Jacks

The jacks on the TV???s monitor panel are color-coded for ease of use. The video jacks are yellow, the right audio jacks are red, and the left audio jacks are white. When connecting components to each other, be sure that you always connect left outputs to left inputs and right outputs to right inputs. If a component has only one output (mono), connect it to the R/mono input jack.

To connect S-VHS (Super-VHS) components, an S-VHS video cable is required.

S-Video cable (such as No. VH913)

Gold-Plated Jacks and Gold-Tipped Cables

Gold plating helps prevent oxidation of contacts which provides much less loss than conventional contacts. A complete line of gold-tipped cables is available to help you obtain optimum performance from your equipment.

Gold-Tipped cable VH83 (6-ft)

Gold-Tipped cable VH84 (6-ft)

VH976 (6-ft)

VH913 (12-ft)

Monaural VCR Dubbing

Cable lets you connect the video and audio jacks of two VHS VCRs to duplicate tapes. This double cable is color-coded and shielded and has RCA-type phono plugs on each end.

Stereo VCR Dubbing Cable

lets you connect the VIDEO and AUDIO jacks of stereo components. This is a triple cable.

S-Video Cable has multi-pin connectors on each end for connecting S-Video components to your TV.

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Street:

???All accessories are subject to availability.

???Prices are subject to change.

Placing an Order

To place your order by phone, have your Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card ready and call the toll-free number listed below.

Use this number only to place an order for accessory items listed on this order form.

1-800-338-0376

To place your order by mail, detach and mail the completed order form with credit card information, money order or check in US currency (made payable to Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.) to the following address:

Video Accessories

PO Box 8419

Ronks, PA 17573

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INDEX

Accessories 58

Advance

Frame 23

GUIDE Plus+ system 50

Age-based ratings 40 AUDIO IN jacks 52 Auto play 25

Auto repeat 25 Autodisplay

GUIDE Plus+ system 44, 50

Automatic

Tracking 24

Automatic head cleaner 28

Back panel 53 Basic recording 29

Batteries for the remote 4 Blank search 27

Cable box 6 Camcorder 7 Camcorder hookup 5 Cleaning the VCR 56 Clock

Setting 13

Finding the sensor 8

First time TV/VCR is turned on 9

Frame advance 23 Front panel 52

G-LINK cable 4, 8

GUIDE Plus+ system 9, 44

Channel mapping 45

Edit 50

Editor 50

Getting out 11

Grid guide 46

News 48

Schedule 48

Setup 9

Sort 47

Head cleaner 28 Hooking up the TV/VCR 4

Index search 26

Closed captioning 35 Commercial

Scan 24

Content themes 41 Copying tapes 7, 31 Counter

Time 24

Date

Setting 14

Dipole antenna 5

Edit

GUIDE Plus+ system 50

Editing tapes 31

Editor

GUIDE Plus+ system 50

Express recording 29

Language

Selecting 12

Limited warranty 57 Lock parental controls 43

Memory

Adding and removing channels 13

Channel 12

Menus

GUIDE Plus+ system 9

Movie rating limits 42

News

GUIDE Plus+ system 48

On-screen displays 34 Outside antenna 5

GUIDE Plus+ system 48

Blank 27

Index 26

Picture 23

Zero 27

Set-top antenna 5

Setup

GUIDE Plus+ system 9, 50

Signal type 13

Sleep timer 36

Slow motion 23

Sort

GUIDE Plus+ system 47

Speeds

Recording 28

Wake-up indicator 52 Wake-up timer 36 Warranty 57

Zero search 27