GE VG2053/VG4053 User Manual

VG2053/VG4053
VCR User’s Guide
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GE VG2053/VG4053 Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	VG2053/VG4053
Type	VCR
Playback Formats	VHS
Recording Formats	VHS
Tuner	Yes
Remote Control	Yes
On-Screen Display	Yes
Timer Recording	Yes

Summary

Hooking Up the VCR

Choosing a Hookup

Guide to selecting the correct VCR hookup based on TV signal source.

Antenna or Cable System Without a Cable Box

Basic and advanced hookup instructions for antenna or cable without a box.

Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble All Channels

Basic and advanced hookup for cable systems with a box to unscramble all channels.

Cable System With Cable Box to Unscramble Only Pay Channels

Basic and advanced hookup for cable systems with a box for pay channels.

Connecting Two VCRs for Copying Tapes

Instructions for connecting two VCRs for copying and editing tapes.

Setting Up the VCR

Startup

Initial steps to set up the VCR, including checking accessories and powering on.

Place channels in the VCR's memory

Performing an auto channel search to memorize available TV channels.

Set the time and date

Playing a Tape

To Play a Tape

Step-by-step instructions on how to play a cassette tape in the VCR.

Recording a Program

Recording Speeds

Basic Recording – Operating Instructions

Step-by-step guide for basic VCR recording.

One Touch Recording

How to perform one-touch recording for up to four hours.

Recording While You're Away (Timer Recording)

Programming the VCR to record programs automatically at scheduled times.

Timer Recording From the VCR's Line Input

Checking or Clearing Timer Recordings

Using Two VCRs for Copying and Editing Tapes

References

Front Panel

Back Panel

Display Panel

Trouble Checks

A guide to troubleshooting common VCR problems and their solutions.