RCA B27TF685 User Manual

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Contents

54 CHAPTER F OUR : VCR O PERATIONC h a p t e r F o u rV C R O P E R AT I O N2Press the STOP/EJECTbutton on the front controlto eject the tape.After ejecting a tape, you shouldremove it completely from thecompartment and turn off the VCR.In this chapter, you will learn how to play a video cassette tape, how to use the time counter andmemory stop features, and how to record a program as you are watching TV.Using the Safety TabMost video cassette tapes have a safety tab that prevent accidental erasure. The safety tab is on the endopposite from where the arrow points.The tab must be intact to record. You can repeatedly record over on the same tape as long as the tab isintact. If you want to protect a tape from accidental erasure, break off the tab.If you want to erase a recorded tape or record on a cassette with the tab removed, cover the hole withcellophane tape.Inserting and Ejecting a Video Cassette TapeTo insert a video cassette tape:1Hold the video cassettetape window-side up withthe arrow pointing awayfrom you.Don’t try to insert a tape upsidedown or backwards.Use only video tapes labeled “VHS.”European PAL VHS video tapes andS-VHS pre-recorded tapes aren’tcompatible with this unit. Choose brandname, high quality tapes for best results.2Gently push the tapethrough the compartmentdoor until you feel the VCRpull it.The VCR loads the tapeautomatically.If the power is off when you insert atape, the TV turns on automatically.If the safety tab of your video tape hasbeen removed, the tape begins to playautomatically. You don’t have to pressPLAY.To eject a video cassette tape,1Press the STOP( )button to stop playing thetape. When you’re finished playing apre-recorded video tape, it’s best torewind it to the beginning and remove itfrom the VCR to protect it from wearand tear.16061510-CHAPTER 4 12/13/02 11:48 AM Page 54