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General| Brand | Curtis Mathes |
|---|---|
| Model | CMC13101 |
| Category | TV VCR Combo |
| Language | English |
Important warnings about opening the unit, fire hazards, and unauthorized modifications.
Guidelines for safe electrical connections, including plug polarization and static discharge precautions.
A note for CATV installers referencing NEC guidelines for proper cable grounding.
Recommendations for selecting an installation location, avoiding heat, dust, and ensuring ventilation.
Instructions to prevent fire or shock hazards, including handling power cords and avoiding liquids.
Warning about moisture condensation and its potential to damage tapes and the unit.
Statement on FCC regulations concerning radio frequency energy and unauthorized modifications.
Safety advice on avoiding water, ensuring stable placement, proper ventilation, and correct power sources.
Guidance on polarized plugs, outlet compatibility, and protecting the unit from lightning surges.
Safety tips for antenna installation, avoiding power lines, and proper grounding of systems.
Instructions regarding self-servicing, conditions requiring professional repair, and replacement part safety.
A summary of the unit's features, including auto power, on-screen programming, and multi-lingual menus.
Practical tips for cleaning the unit and maintaining its performance over time.
An extensive list and description of the TV/VCR's advanced features and functionalities.
Details on advanced VCR functions including Video Index Search, One Touch Recording, and timer programming.
Information on the items included in the package and guidance for unpacking the unit.
Descriptions of buttons like REC, REW, PLAY, FF, and indicators like STAND-BY and REC on the front panel.
Explains the operation of essential front panel buttons including STOP/EJECT, VOL, CH, and POWER.
Locates and describes the antenna terminal on the back of the TV/VCR combination.
A comprehensive guide to all buttons on the remote control and their functions.
Explains additional remote functions such as ATK for tracking, PAUSE/STILL, REC/OTR, and VISS search.
Instructions for installing batteries in the remote and important notes on battery handling and care.
Information on the remote's operating distance and tips for ensuring a clear signal path.
Guides on connecting single coaxial lead antennas and 300-ohm twin lead antennas using an adaptor.
Instructions for connecting antennas with both coaxial and twin lead outputs using a combiner.
How to connect a cable system directly to the antenna terminal if no converter box is needed.
Steps for connecting a cable system that requires a converter box for channel reception.
Detailed instructions for connecting cable systems using splitters and A/B switches for channel selection.
How to connect external devices like VCRs or satellite receivers using the unit's A/V input jacks.
Safety recommendation to unplug the TV/VCR during thunderstorms or when away for extended periods.
Steps for powering the TV/VCR combination on and off using the remote or front panel.
Instructions for setting up the TV's channel memory for easier channel selection.
Methods for changing channels using the remote's CH buttons, number pad, or FAVORITE CH function.
How to adjust the volume using the VOL buttons and how to use the MUTE function.
Steps for adding new channels or removing existing ones from the TV's memory.
How to use the RECALL button to view the current channel number and operating status.
Instructions for adjusting video settings such as contrast, brightness, sharpness, color, and tint.
How to return the video settings to their original factory calibrated state.
Definitions of contrast, brightness, sharpness, color, and tint settings and their effects on the picture.
Details on VHS tape types, recording/playback speeds, and how to protect tapes from accidental erasure.
Step-by-step instructions for properly inserting and ejecting video cassette tapes.
How to play, pause, display a still frame, and stop a video tape.
Using the FF and REW buttons to quickly search for specific scenes on a tape.
Explanation of the tracking function and manual adjustment steps for picture clarity.
How to record a program in progress, including selecting speed and starting the recording.
Steps to initiate and set the duration for recording using the One Touch Recording button.
Using the RECALL button to display current time, channel, tape status, speed, and counter.
Guide to displaying, resetting the tape counter, and using the Zero Stop feature for quick return.
How to automatically set the unit's internal clock using a signal from a local PBS station.
Step-by-step guide for manually setting the date and time on the TV/VCR unit.
Instructions for scheduling the TV/VCR to turn on automatically at a specific time.
How to schedule the TV/VCR to turn off automatically at a predetermined time.
How to cancel previously set On Time or Off Time functions using the CANCEL button.
Guide to setting the sleep timer, which automatically turns off the unit after a specified duration.
Steps to change the language of the on-screen menus to English, French, or Spanish.
How to enable and select different types of closed captions for programs.
Enabling the display of closed captions when the TV's sound is muted.
Setting the unit's behavior regarding power status after a power outage.
Instructions for setting a parental lock and a four-number password to restrict content.
Detailed explanations of Movie Ratings, TV Guidelines, and other parental control settings.
Definitions and explanations of the movie rating system categories.
Definitions and explanations of the TV parental guideline rating system categories.
Essential steps and conditions to prepare for programming future recordings, such as having a tape inserted.
Step-by-step guide to program a recording, including date, time, channel, and tape speed.
Finalizing the recording setup, selecting the channel, speed, and entering recording standby mode.
Procedures to cancel or delete a program recording that was previously set.
Using the RECALL button to display tape travel time and remaining tape time.
How to set the tape remaining indicator to T120 or Others based on tape length.
Instructions to set the unit for continuous playback of a tape, rewinding and restarting automatically.
How to activate the Rental Play feature to improve playback quality of worn or rental tapes.
Guide on using the VISS system to search for and play back recorded segments using index marks.
Instructions for connecting and copying video tapes from one VCR to another.
Solutions for common problems like no picture, no sound, or poor picture/sound quality.
Troubleshooting steps for poor reception, tuning issues, and a non-functional remote control.
Guidance on obtaining professional servicing and proper methods for cleaning the unit's exterior.
A list of the unit's technical specifications, including power, dimensions, weight, and format.
Details on how to order a replacement CurtisMathes original remote control.
A compatibility chart listing codes for programming universal remote controls to operate the TV/VCR.
Details the limited warranty coverage, terms of service, and specific exclusions.
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