GE VG4258 manual

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i Introduction WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour Žviter les chocs Žlectriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser j[...]

Introduction T able of Contents 1 Important Infor mation Warnings ______________________________ i Cautions ______________________________ i Note to Cable TV Installer _______________ i Product Registration ____________________ i Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup ____________________ 2 Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box ________________[...]

2 Hooking Up the VCR Choosing a Hookup The hookups on pages 3 through 5 are divided into two hookup types: Basic (A) and Advanced (B). The basic hookup shows the backs of TVs that have only an antenna/cable connection. It is the easier of the two and additional accessories may not be needed. The advanced hookup shows the VCR hooked up to a TV with [...]

3 Hooking Up the VCR OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. CH 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO IN OUT R L Back of VCR Back of TV 300/75 Ohm Adapter OR From Antenna or Cable Cable/ Antenna OR VHF UHF RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) 75 to 75/300 Ohm Separator Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box A. Basic hookup. Use this hookup for a basic connection which requires fewer accesso[...]

4 Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. CH 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO IN OUT R L Back of VCR OUT IN Cable Box From Cable RF Coaxial Cable Back of TV Cable/ Antenna OR VHF UHF RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) 75 to 75/300 Ohm Separator OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. CH 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO IN OUT R L Back of VCR S-VIDEO[...]

5 Hooking Up the VCR Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only (such as HBO, Showtime, Pay-Per-View, etc.) OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. CH 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO IN OUT R L Back of VCR OUT IN Cable Box From Cable RF Coaxial Cable Back of TV Cable/ Antenna OR VHF UHF RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) 75 to 75/300 Ohm Separator OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. [...]

6 Hooking Up the VCR Connecting T wo VCRs for Copying T apes OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. CH 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO IN OUT R L OUT TO TV IN FROM ANT. CH 3 4 AUDIO VIDEO IN OUT R L Playback VCR RF Coaxial Cable (supplied) Recording VCR Audio/Video Cables RF Coaxial Cable or Use the hookup to the TV as previously selected on pages 3, 4, or 5. From Antenna, Cable [...]

7 Setting Up the VCR 1. Check accessories with VCR. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. 2. Inser t batteries in remote. 3. T ur n on the TV . A. Turn on the TV. B . If you used one of the basic hookups, tune the TV to the channel selected with the 3 4 switch on back of VCR. If you used one of the advanced hookups, tune the TV to the TVÕs[...]

Setting Up the VCR Star tup 8 CHANNELS 1 Auto Channel Search 2 Add/Remove Channels 3 Signal Type: ANTENNA 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List 5 Cable Box Setup 0 Exit 5. Select the language/Seleccione el idioma/ Sélectionner la langue. The VCR displays the on-screen menus in the English, Spanish or French language. The word ÒLanguageÓ cycles through the di[...]

VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+ 2 Timer Recordings 3 Set Clock SET TIME AND DATE Time --:-- -- (hh:mm) Date --/--/-- 9 Setting Up the VCR Star tup 7. Add or remove channels fr om the VCR’ s memory . You may want to add or remove channels if some of the channels are not active, have weak signals, or you do not want to watch them. A . Press MENU on the r[...]

10 10. Use TV•VCR button. Skip this step if you used one of the advanced hookups. When using one of the basic hookups, the TV•VCR button lets you switch between the picture coming from the VCR or the picture from the TV channel. This button lets you record a program on the VCR while watching another channel on the TV. Details are on page 21. A [...]

11 Using the Remote Control Buttons TRACKING SLOW MENU SEARCH 789 456 123 0 INPUT DISPLAY VOLUME CHANNEL PREV CH MUTE REC•OTR F.ADV PAUSE STOP PLAY F.FWD REW. VCR 2 TV•VCR VCR 1 TV OFF CLEAR SPEED EDIT PROG TV Turns on a compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan TV and sets the remote to control the TV. See page 14. Used with OFF button to turn on compati[...]

12 Using the Remote Contr ol CHANNEL up or down Selects next higher or lower channel in the TVÕs channel memory when remote is set to control a TV. CLEAR Removes menus or status displays from the screen. DISPLAY Shows the status displays on the screen. Removes menus or displays from the screen. MUTE Turns the TV sound on or off. Numbers (0 through[...]

13 Using the Remote Contr ol Contr olling a VCR The VCRÕs remote controls two compatible GE, RCA, or ProScan VCRs with the VCR1 and VCR2 buttons. Most compatible VCRs automatically respond to VCR1 without being programmed. If you own two compatible VCRs, test them to see if VCR1 turns on both VCRs. If it does, then you may want to program this VCR[...]

14 Using the Remote Contr ol Remote Brand Button Admiral 1,6,9 Akai 6 AOC 6 Centuricon 9 Coronado 8 Curtis Mathes 1,9 Daytron 9 Emerson 6,8 Fisher 5 GE 1 Goldstar 6,8 Hitachi 0,8 JCPenney 6,9 KMC 8 KTV 6,8 MGA 9 Magnavox 4,8,9 Marantz 6, (CH Dn) Mitsubishi 6, (CH Dn) NEC 6,9 Remote Brand Button Panasonic (CH Up) Philco 6,8 Philips 4 Portland 8 Pris[...]

15 Playing a T ape T o play a tape 1 . Turn on the TV and tune it to channel 3, 4, or TVÕs video input to see the picture from the VCR. 2 . Insert a tape in the VCR. VCR automatically turns on. The cassette-in indicator lights, and the VCR indicator lights if the Auto TV/VCR feature is set to ON . The tape automatically begins playback if the safe[...]

16 Using the Playback Featur es Pause for Stop Action This feature stops the tape in action and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Stop action works well for tapes recorded in SP or SLP speed. 1 . Press PAUSE during playback to stop the action. STILL appears in the display panel. 2 . Press TRACKING up or down to reduce any jittering of[...]

17 Using the Playback Featur es Playing a T ape Picture Sear ch You can search for a specific tape location during playback by fast forwarding or rewinding the tape. Sound is turned off during picture search. Picture search works best for tapes recorded in SP or SLP speed. Fast Forward Search 1 . During playback, press FF on the remote or FWD on th[...]

18 DISPLA Y Button The DISPLAY button shows the status of the VCR channel number, time counter, date, time and tape speed on the TV screen. The time and date must be set before they can be displayed. 1. Press DISPLAY to display the status of the VCR, If you do not press DISPLAY again, these displays will time out. The time appears in the display pa[...]

19 Playing a T ape Commercial Scan (SEARCH Button) This is useful for scanning commercials or short program segments. 1 . Press SEARCH once during playback to advance the tape approximately 60 seconds. 2 . Press SEARCH twice during playback to advance the tape approximately 120 seconds. Index Search The VCR has a ÒVHS Index Search SystemÓ that au[...]

20 Playing a T ape Using the Playback Featur es T ape Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR/MIX Feature The VCR records the same audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. The Hi-Fi sound is recorded on separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. To enjoy Hi-Fi sound, connect your VCR to a stereo television[...]

21 Recording a Program Your VCR provides different recording options. These options are explained in this section of the manual. Recording Speeds Press SPEED on the remote to select a recording speed (SP or SLP). The speed you select appears on the TV screen. Tapes recorded in LP can be played in this VCR. SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality [...]

22 Recor ding While Y ou’r e Away (VCR Plus+* Recor ding) *VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. VCR Plus+ Setup for Antenna or Unscrambled Cable System (Not Requiring a Cable Box) A VCR Plus+ channel number is assigned for each broadcast or cable channel. These numbers are listed in most publications that list[...]

23 VCR Plus+ TM Channel W orksheet Use this worksheet to create a list from which you can set up your VCR Plus+ channel list. Broadcast or Cable TV Station Name (Such as ABC, NBC, CBS, etc.) Channel Number You Receive This Station On** VCR Plus+ Channel Number* (See Standardized VCR Plus+ Channel Chart) * Check your local listing for VCR Plus+ chan[...]

Recording a Program Recor ding While Y ou’r e Away (VCR Plus+ Recor ding) The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before using VCR Plus+ to record a program, make sure that: ¥ The clock is set correctly. ¥ A tape with safety tab has been inserted with en[...]

25 Recording a Program Recor ding While Y ou’r e Away (Timer Recor ding) The VCR Plus+ and timer program features let you program the VCR to record up to eight different programs within a one year period. Before setting the timer, make sure that: ¥ The clock is set correctly. ¥ A tape with safety tab has been inserted with enough tape to record[...]

26 Recording a Program Recor ding While Y ou’r e Away (Timer Recor ding) Select Cable Box Viewing Channel If you have a cable box, follow the directions below. 1. Press MENU on the remote to display the VCR MAIN MENU on the TV screen . 2. Press 4 to display CHANNELS menu. 3. Press 5 to display Cable Box Setup menu. 4. Select one of the three opti[...]

27 Recording a Program Recor ding While Y ou’r e Away (Timer Recor ding) Checking or Clearing Timer Recor dings 1. Press MENU on remote to display VCR MAIN MENU on TV screen. 2. Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. 3. Press 2 for Review Existing Progs. feature. 4. Press MENU PROG to display the next program. 5. Press CLEAR when the progr[...]

28 Recording a Program One T ouch Recor ding One touch recording lets you record up to four hours without using the timer program feature. The VCR will turn off automatically at the end of the recording. CHANNEL CHANNEL TRACKING INPUT TV • VCR TRACKING POWER EJECT STOP FWD REW RECORD PAUSE PLAY REC SLP TIMER VCR RECORD TRACKING SLOW MENU SEARCH 7[...]

29 Recording a Program T o Record Ster eo Broadcast TV or SAP Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or TVÕs video input. 1 . Insert a tape with safety tab in place. 2 . If using one of the basic hookups, make sure the VCR indicator appears in the VCRÕs display panel. If not, press TV•VCR to turn it on. 3 . Use SPEE[...]

30 Recording a Program Recor ding Audio Only You can record audio only from another audio source connected to the AUDIO IN ( L and R ) jacks on the back of the VCR. T o Record Audio Only 1. Press the INPUT button until the line indicator ( VIDEO ) appears on the TV screen. The VCR will record audio from the audio equipment connected to the AUDIO IN[...]

31 Recording a Program Using T wo VCRs for Copying and Editing T apes Operating Instructions (Refer to hookup on page 6.) Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. If you have two compatible VCRÕs, use the AutoEdit feature described below. 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2. Tune TV to the VCR viewing channel, either 3, 4, or [...]

32 References Location of Contr ols CHANNEL CHANNEL TRACKING INPUT TV • VCR TRACKING POWER EJECT STOP FWD REW RECORD PAUSE PLAY CHANNEL/TRACKING Up or Down Selects next higher or lower channel in the VCRÕs channel memory. Adjusts tracking when a tape is playing. EJECT Press when the VCR is stopped to eject the cassette. FWD (Fast Forward) Fast f[...]

33 References Location of Contr ols Back Panel CH 3 4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups. IN FROM ANT. (Antenna) Connector Receives the signal from an antenna or cable system that is attached to this connector. OUT TO TV Connector Passes signal to TV [...]

34 References Location of Contr ols REC TIMER SLP VCR STEREO SAP Hi-Fi Cassette-in Indicator ( ) Lights when a tape is in the VCR. Channel Number or LINE The channel number or line input is displayed. Press INPUT to display LINE to record from the VIDEO and AUDIO IN jacks. Hi-Fi Indicator Lights when the Playback: HI-FI/LINEAR /MIX feature is set t[...]

35 References Format: VHS Record/Playback Video: 4-Head System: Audio: 2 Hi-Fi record/playback system Video Signal System: EIA standard: NTSC color Antenna: 75-ohm external VHF/UHF combined antenna terminal Tuner: USA: 181 channels capability* (125 cable channels) Canada: 178 channels capability* (122 cable channels) Type: AutoProgramming frequency[...]

36 References T r ouble Checks Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Servicenter. N o power Remote locks up VCR does not respond to remote GE TV does not respond to remote Remote no longer controls a compatible TV VCR only responds to VCR[...]

37 References T r ouble Checks T rouble Here's what to tr y: Rewind does not operate VCR plus+ or timer recording not made or wrong program recorded VCR makes noise when stopped Will not auto search active channels correctly Cannot add or remove channels Tape plays back in slow motion Cannot select channels over 69 Cassette with safety tab rem[...]

38 References Limited W arranty What your warranty covers: ¥ Any defect in material or workmanship. For how long after your purchase: ¥ Ninety days for labor charges. ¥ One year for parts. ¥ The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental. What we will do: ¥ Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair yo[...]

39 References Index Accessories, Included . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Add or Remove Channels from Memory . . . . . . .9 ADD/REMOVE CHANNEL Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Antenna Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2,3 AUDIO and VIDEO Jacks . . . . . . . . . . . .3-6,27,29,33 AUDIO Menu . . . . . . . . . . [...]

40 References Index Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 STEREO Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29,34 Stereo TV, Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 STOP Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11,12,32 Stop Action Pause . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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10330 N. Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46290 © 1996 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc. Trademark(s) ® Registered Marca(s) Registrada(s) Printed in Korea Part Number 96-VG4258-1 For your nearest Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the U.S.A. 1-800-447-1700 Canadian Consumers – Your toll-free numbers are: English: 1-800-522-0338 French: 1[...]