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GE 13TVR70 User Manual

GE 13TVR70 User Manual

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  • Page 2 Important !hfdlr atio ..,llql ) TO REDUCE THE RISKOF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO WARNING NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING To reduce the risk of fire or shock TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. hazard, do not expose this product to rain or moisture.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    |mArtnl_ml Table of Contents Important Information Manual Tracking. Time Counter Warning Cautions Commercial Scan Note to Cable TV Installer Auto Play Feature Product Registration Auto Repeat Feature Index Search Zero Search Blank Search Setting Up the TV/VCR Startup Recording a Program Check Accessories With TV/VCR __ Recording Features...

  • Page 4: Startup

    Startup 1. Check accessories with TV/VCR combination. Contact your dealer if any items are missing. 2 "AAA" Batteries Antenna Adapter (300-75 Ohm) (Stock No. 232919) Remote (Stock No. 232347) Swivel Base Swivel Bearing Guide VHF/UHF Dipole Antenna (Stock No. 232778) (Stock No.

  • Page 5: Insert Batteries In Remote

    []_" 171 m$11_ Startup 2. Insert batteries in remote. 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.

  • Page 6: Set The Signal Type (Optional)

    _mHAIIJ_I Startup TV/VCR RAIN MENU 7. Put Channels into Memory (Auto Channel Search) Time Timer Recordings A. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU. Picture Qualtty CLosed Captioning Setup B. Press 5 to display the SETUP menu. SETUP C.

  • Page 7: Select The Language

    Startup 10. Set the Time and Date (Clock). TV/VCR MAIN MENU Time A. Press MENU on the remote to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU. Timer Recordings Picture Quality B. Press I to display the TIME menu. C. Press I to display the SET TIME AND DATE screen. Time Date TIRE...

  • Page 8: Buttons

    Buttons CHAN ^ and v (Channel up and down) Selects next higher or lower channel in channel memory. CLEAR _lows youto changemenu entries PLAY recording. clear a timer Resets time counter to 0:00:00 when it is STOP PAUSE displayed. CD C3 INPUT )ISPLAY DISPLAY...

  • Page 9: Buttons

    Buttons (Rewind) Numbers (0 through Rewinds the tape when the TV/VCR is Select a channel up to 99 by pressing two numbers. stopped. Searches the picture in reverse motion Select a cable channel over 99 by pressing during playback. and holding 1 until 1-- appears on the screen.

  • Page 10: Tv/Vcr

    Illlr_ _llll_ rM rtlli_ Using the TV/VCR Features On.Screen Displays When you change channels, adjust volume, or use a VCR feature, on-screen displays appear to let you know the status of the TV/VCR. To Call Up On-Screen Displays Press DISPLAY to display the function, time counter, date, time, and tape speed.

  • Page 11: Closed Captioning

    Using the TV/VCR Features Closed Captioning Closed captioning displays the sound of a program as words on the TV screen. It is useful for the deaf, hearing impaired, or anyone who wants to watch a program without sound. If you have turned closed captioning on and it does not appear on the screen, it is not available on the channel you are watching.

  • Page 12: Wake-Up Timer

    fErB Using the TV/VCR Features Sleep Timer TV/VCR RAIN MENU Time The sleep timer automatically turns the TV/VCR off after 30, 60, 90, Timer Recordings or 120 minutes. Picture Quality Closed Captioning Setup 1. Press MENU to display theTVNCR MAIN MENU. Language/Idioma/Langue 2.

  • Page 13: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions To Play a Tape PLAY _O0:OO Safety Tab Insert a tape in the TV/VCR. 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.

  • Page 14: Using The Playback Features

    [IBB MIP Using the Playback Features Pause This feature pauses the tape and allows you to examine the details of the scene. Pause works best for tapes recorded in SLP speed. Press PAUSE on the remote during playback to pause the action.

  • Page 15: Automatic Tracking

    __Dm Using the Playback Features Automatic Tracking The TV/VCR has automatic tracking which adjusts the picture when playing a tape that was recorded another VCR. Automatic tracking is turned on whenever a tape is inserted or the TV/VCR's power is turned Manual Tracking...

  • Page 16: Auto Play Feature

    [_//]/r" I[mim Using the Playback Features TV/VCR RAIN MENU Time Timer Recordings Picture Quality Auto Play Feature Closed Captioning Setup This feature enables the TV/VCR to automatically start SETUP playing a tape when it is inserted. (The safety tab on the Auto Channel Search...

  • Page 17: Index Search

    Using the Playback Features 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.

  • Page 18: Zero Search

    Using the Playback Features 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 prerecorded tape.

  • Page 19: Recording Speeds

    Recording Features Recording Speeds Press SPEED to select a recording speed. Recording Cassette T-120 2Hrs 6Hrs 4Hrs T-160 2I-Irs 40Min 8Hrs 5Hrs 20Min • SP (Standard Play) gives the best quality recording. That is why most pre-recorded, rental tapes are recorded in SP.

  • Page 20: Types Of Recordings

    Types of Recordings Your TV/VCR provides different ways to record which are explained in the following sections: Basic Recording One Touch Recording Timer Recording Copying and Editing Tapes Basic Recording to Make a Recording 1. Insert a tape with safety tab in place. Press SPEED to select a recording speed.

  • Page 21: One Touch Recording

    One Touch Recording One touch 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 Touch Recording...

  • Page 22: Timer Recording

    Timer Recording Timer recording lets you program the TV/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. Setting a Timer Recording Press MENU to display the TV/VCR MAIN MENU. TV/VCR RAIN MENU...

  • Page 23: Checking Or Clearing Timer Recordings

    Timer Recording Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings Press MENU on the remote to display TV/VCR MAIN MENU TV/VCR MAIN MENU. Time Timer Recordings Picture Quality Press 2 to display the TIMER RECORDINGS Closed Captioning menu. RECORDINGS TIMER Press 2 to Review Existing Progs. 1 Create a New Program...

  • Page 24: Stopping A Timer Recording

    ,qBhm_n_J Copying and Editing Tapes Operating Instructions (Re€or to hookup on 27.) page Use another VCR or camcorder as the playback VCR and the TV/VCR as the recording VCR. 3. Turn on the VCR or camcorder and the TV/VCR. VIDEO Caution: The unauthorized recording of television 2.
  • Page 25 #ffffi_m [amm Front Earphone Jack Remote Sensor TIMER REPEAT POWER F1(_ll_IRE REW I>L_,Y b'TOP/rrJEC:f VCHAN,_% ..1- WAKE 00®®®0®0000 REPEAT Indicator CHAN a and v (Channel up and down) Lights during auto repeat. Selects next higher or lower channel in the TV/VCR's channel memory.

  • Page 26: Back Panel

    I IrlIlill |I'_I'II_ _l+i'll_ Back Panel IN FROM_ ANTENNA'liar INPUT AUDIO VIDEO IN FROM ANTENNA Jack Receives the signal from an antenna or cable system. VIDEO and AUDIO INPUT Jacks Receive signals from another component, such as a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these jacks.

  • Page 27: Cable System Without A Cable Box

    nr/mm_ _[/1mwly_ Connect ied Antenna, Antenna, or Cable System a Cable Box Supplied Antenna Supp Follow these steps to connect the supplied your antenna to TV/VCR. Do not connect this antenna if you plan to connect a different type of indoor or outdoor antenna or cable system.

  • Page 28: Connect A Cable System With Cable Box

    JJm_J_i.yT_mmsg_w_ Connect a Cable System With a Cable Box Cable Box Required Cable from Cable System Unscramble All Channels Connect as shown. Cab_ This connection may require additional r----_i accessories not provided. _)OIR Plug in power cords of TV/VCR and cable box.

  • Page 29: For Copying Tapes

    for Copying Tapes Connect as shown. VCR (Playback Only) This connection requires additional accessories not provided. Plug in power cords of VCR and AUDIO VIDEO TV/VCR. Turn to page 22 for "Copying Editing Tapes." Press INPUT on the remote to select the line (audio/video) inputs on the TV/VCR to receive...

  • Page 30: Trouble Checks

    Sometimes problems can be easily solved by checking a few basic things. Check below before you call for help or take your TV/VCR to an Authorized GE VCR Servicenter. Problem Solution No power • Plug TV/VCR into an operating outlet.

  • Page 31: Trouble Checks

    MLilIIIM/II_ Trouble Checks Solution Problem Clock shows incorrect time or date * Power interruption. TIMER indicator flashes on front of TV/VCR. • Clock was not set accurately (check AM/PM and date). See page 4. • Need to reset clock for daylight saving time or standard time. See page 4. •...

  • Page 32: Cleaning The Tv/Vcr

    _gwr_rtrun Cleaning the TV/VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your TV/VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes of the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents.

  • Page 33: Limited Warranty

    Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter the labor charges to repair your TV/VCR. • Pay any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter for the new or, at our option, rebuilt replacement parts required to repair your TV/VCR. you get service: • Take your TV/VCR to any Authorized GE VCR Servicenter.

  • Page 34: Index

    [_IKrUIm Index Accessories, Included ......Dipole Antenna, Connecting ....DISPLAY Button ....... 6,8,13,16 ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS Menu ....DISPLAY Menu ......Adding Channels to Memory ....Displays, On-Screen ......Adjusting the Picture ......Editing Tapes ....... Adjusting Volume ......Electronic Program Indexing ....

  • Page 35: Index

    Index the Date ........ Pause During Playback ...... the Time ....'....Pause During Recording ..... Picture, Adjusting ......Up the TV/VCR ....... PICTURE QUALITY Menu ..... SETUP Menu ......3,4,14 Sharp Function ......Picture, Reset to Factory Settings ....Picture Search ......
  • Page 36 For your nearest Authorized Servicenter call toll-free in the USA. 1-800-447-1700 Canadian Consumers Your toll-free numbers are. English: 1-800-522-0338 French: 1-800-522-0445 If your product needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest servicenter from the Yellow Pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton.

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