CHAPTER FIVE : VCR OPERATION 5.1C h a p t e r F i v eV 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 timecounter and memory stop features, and how to record a program as you are watching TV.Inserting and Ejecting a Video CassetteTapeTo 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. Choosebrand name, high quality tapes forbest results.2Gently push the tapethrough the compartmentdoor until you feel the VCRpull it.The VCR loads the tapeautomatically.If the power is off when youinsert a tape, the TV turns on auto-matically.If the safety tab of your video tapehas been removed, the tape begins toplay automatically. You don’t have topress PLAY. For more information onthe safety tab, see page A.3.To eject a video cassette tape,1Press the STOP( ) but-ton to stop playing thetape. When you’re finished playing apre-recorded video tape, it’s best torewind it to the beginning andremove it from the VCR to protect itfrom wear and tear.
