Basic Operations
49Basic Operations
To record satellite broadcasts
If you connect the satellite tuner and the VCR, you can record satellite
programmes.
1 Turn on the satellite tuner.
2 On the satellite tuner, select the satellite programme for which you wish
to make a timer setting.
3 Follow the steps on pages 47 and 48.
4 Keep the satellite tuner turned on until the VCR finishes recording the
satellite programme for which you have made a timer setting.
To use the VCR after setting the timer
To use the VCR before a timer recording begins, just press u. The TIMER
indicator turns off and the VCR switches on. Remember to press u to reset
the VCR after using the VCR.
You can also do the following tasks while the VCR is recording:
• Reset the counter.
• Display tape information on the TV screen.
• Check the timer settings.
• Watch another TV programme.
Tip
• To cancel the procedure, press G-CODE before pressing SET.
Notes
• The G-CODE used in this VCR is for Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Macao, etc.
and cannot be used in areas such as U.S.A., Canada, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, and U.K.
• If the VCR beeps repeatedly, this means that:
– The G-CODE number is incorrect.
– ONCE, DAILY, or WEEKLY was selected incorrectly. You cannot select DAILY or
WEEKLY for a programme that airs more than seven days ahead.
