Connect the antenna to the adapter, and use the cable extension to go from the adapter to the VCR. Use the supplied 75 ohm cable to connect the VCR to the TV. Now continue with the hookup: 1. Using whichever adapter you have fit your antenna with, attach that connector to the IN FROM ANT jack on the back of the VCR. 2. Using the 75 ohm cable supplied with your VCR, connect either end to the OUT TO TV jack on the back of the VCR. 3. Use a second adapter to attach the other end of the 75 ohm connector back into the TV (where you first disconnected the antenna). Capabilities: With this hookup, you should now be able to perform all basic functions provided by this equipment. 5 Attach the TV and VCR to the Power Supply 13 Getting Started Plug in the TV and VCR power cords to the wall outlet or an appropriate extension cord or surge protector. See Important Safeguards for further precautions (page 6). 6 Install Batteries in the Remote Control The remote control requires two fresh "AA" batteries. On the back of the remote, a plastic cover slides off in the direction shown by the arrow. Remove this cover and install the batteries, matching the plus end of each battery with the plus mark on the remote. 7 Set the RF or Video Channel Switch When the VCR is on, its video signal can come into your TV on either channel 3 or channel 4. You need to select the appropriate channel. Turn the power on to both the TV and the VCR, and look for a switch on the back of the VCR. Set the switch to 3 or 4, whichever is not a commercial channel in your area. Your basic hookup is now complete. When you're ready to try hooking up a second VCR or a video camera for a complete home entertainment system, see Advanced Operations. Now turn the TV and VCR back around facing you and begin your quick tour of the controls (page 15). 14 Getting Started (Controls) Getting Started (Controls) Quick Tour of the Controls Study these pictures carefully to learn about the buttons and controls that you'll need for everyday operation. Various controls are explained throughout this manual as they are needed, but now is a good time to get familiar with their locations. Most of the time, you'll be directing the VCR from the remote control, but there are some controls on the VCR that will come in handy too. When you're familiar with these basic controls, proceed to Initial Setup (page 20). We'll show you how to program your local channels and set the clock to make your VCR fully functional. How the Remote Control Works Pressing a button on the remote control transmits an invisible beam of light (infrared) to a receiver at the right front of the VCR. When using the remote, aim the front end toward the VCR and make sure nothing - such as a coffee table or your dog - is blocking the path of the infrared beam. About the Illuminated Buttons Try pressing the remote control's white buttons one at a time. As you press, one of the three device buttons lights up - VCR1, TV or VCR2. This helps you keep track of which device you are controlling at the moment. Remote Control Illustration Remote Control Buttons POWER Turns the VCR on and off. GUIDE Brings up an on-screen setup and programming guide, the Easy Guide System. VCR/TV Switches between viewing through the VCR and not viewing through the VCR. 15 Getting Started (Controls) CLEAR Used in on-screen programming and indexing. DISPLAY Used in on-screen programming and indexing. VOLUME Increase or decrease the audio volume. MUTE Turns off the audio until you press MUTE again. REC Starts recording on the station the VCR is set to. REW Rewinds the videotape. PLAY Starts playing a loaded cassette. PAUSE Temporarily stops the cassette from recording or playing. Press PAUSE again (or PLAY) to resume. 0 to 9 Number buttons used in on-screen programming. Can also be used to change channels. (Simply press 2 or 3 digits for the channel you want such as 0 and 6 for channel 6, or 100/ENT and 2 and 4 for channel 124.) AVX Used for recording from an auxiliary input such as a stereo system. VCR1, VCR2, TV Device buttons let you set the remote to control one of the three devices. CHANNEL Top button switches to the next higher channel, bottom button switches to the next lower channel. For these to operate, you must have preset your channels. LAST CHANNEL Switches to the TV channel you watched previously during the current viewing session. F.FWD Fast forwards the videotape. STOP Stops a videocassette from playing, recording, pausing, rewinding - or anything it is doing. LIGHT Illuminates key function buttons for a few seconds. SHUTTLE Controls the videocassette's forward and reverse motion with one convenient dial. When the Remote Doesn't Work Right Check out these possibilities: Low Battery If the remote is not working even at close range, try putting in two fresh AA batteries. When replacing the batteries, remove the old batteries and press the POWER button on the remote and hold it for about 10 seconds, then insert two fresh batter...