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Curtis Mathes CMC13003 User Manual

Curtis Mathes CMC13003
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TV/VCR
Combination Unit
Owner s Manual
CMC13003
AA68-00951A/eng 10/26/00 8:52 AM Page i

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Curtis Mathes CMC13003 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandCurtis Mathes
ModelCMC13003
CategoryTV VCR Combo
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Information

General Safety Precautions

Essential safety precautions for operating the TV/VCR, covering fire, shock, and injury risks.

Learning About Your New TV/VCR

Checking Package Contents

Verify all included parts like remote and manual are present after unpacking the unit.

Control Panel and Remote Overview

Details the functions of the TV/VCR front panel and remote control buttons.

Installation Guide

Connecting Antenna Systems

Instructions for connecting VHF rod antennas and combining VHF/UHF signals.

Connecting Cable TV Systems

Guides for connecting cable TV systems, with or without a converter box.

TV Operation and Settings

Navigating Menus and Language Setup

Accessing the main menu and selecting the desired on-screen display language.

Channel Programming and Memory

Manually adding/erasing channels and automatic channel programming.

VCR Operation and Features

Clock and Timer Setup

Setting the clock and timer functions for recording and sleep features.

Picture Settings Adjustment

Adjusting and resetting picture quality settings like contrast and brightness.

Basic Tape Playback and Pausing

How to insert, play, and pause video tapes.

Recording TV Programs

Steps for recording TV programs as they are watched and using timer recording.

Advanced VCR and Special Features

Tape Playback Utilities

Using the time counter and memory stop to find specific points on a tape.

Special Playback Features

Setting up "True Repeat" for automatic tape playback looping.

Closed Captioning

Activates and displays closed caption subtitles on screen.

V-Chip Parental Controls

Accesses V-Chip settings for parental control, guidelines, and MPAA ratings.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Resolving Common Issues

Diagnoses and resolves common problems like recording failures, playback distortions, and reception issues.

Video Tape Care and Handling

Guidelines for video tape care, recording speeds, and the record safety tab.

Product Information

Product Specifications

Lists technical details like frequency response, power, dimensions, and weight.

Warranty Information

Outlines the limited warranty terms and conditions for the TV/VCR.

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