GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 1 User guide Video Model: GC990W GC480W GC260W Before connecting, operating or adjusting your new Video, please read this user guide carefully. Thank you. Model No. GC990W1/GC480W1/GC260W1 Part No. 3834RV0007V...
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 2 Contents, safety and cleaning Please read the following information carefully. Contents Safety Cleaning • Ensure that your Video is placed in Introducing your Video • Position your Video so that no 1 Unplug the Video from the mains a position to allow a free flow of and remote control bright light or sunlight falls directly...
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 3 Introducing your Video and Remote Control Most of your Video’s functions are accessed using the Remote Control. A summary of the functions of the main buttons are shown below (right), other buttons are described elsewhere in this guide. Basic functions of your Video can also be operated using the control panel on the front of your Video.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 4 Connecting to a television The information given here refers to the two most common forms of connection. Make sure that all the appliances are unplugged from the mains power, before making any connections to avoid causing damage to your equipment. Using a AV cable to connect your appliances will give you the best sound and picture quality.
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GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 5 Tuning in TV stations The first time you use your Video you will see ACMS (Automatic Channel Memory System) displayed on the screen. This system automatically tunes and stores TV channels. If you want to return to ACMS after your initial set up, access it via the menu.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 6 Tuning and adjusting TV stations manually You may prefer to tune your television manually. Manual tuning can be more effective if the television signal in your area is too weak for the ACMS to work properly. You can also fine tune your channels and customise the channel names. Manual tuning 9 Press OK to reveal the television If it is necessary for you to tune all...
Press REW 5 or FF 6 to make 1 once = slow play the tape play rapidly forwards or 1 twice = still (GC990W/GC480W Only) Press PLAY B. The television screen backwards. The picture will be 1 three times = play backwards will display PLAY.
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GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 8 Recording from television programs There are two methods of recording, Instant Timer Recording (ITR) and Timer Recording. For all recording methods you should ensure the television channels are tuned and stored correctly and that the clock is set to the correct time.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 9 Recording using Timer Recording Allows you to specify a time at which the Video will start recording. This can be done up to one month in advance with up to seven recordings being pre-programmed. Ensure the television channels have been tuned and stored correctly and that the clock is set to the correct time.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 10 Advanced functions on your Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. CM (Commercial PAL Signals NTSC Signals (Recording mode) 1 Press to enter the main menu. 2 Use 1 or 2 to select OPR then Message) Skip (Playback or recording mode) press OK.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 11 Advanced functions on your Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. Setting the clock On screen display 1 Press to enter the main menu. 2 Select fOSD ON OFF using 1 or (OSD) The Video uses a 24 hour clock, so 2 then press OK.
Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. Sound settings ez Power Off (GC990W Only) Press ez POWER OFF during play. The Video will automatically stop the Your Video can record and play back tape, rewind to the beginning and stereo sound.
GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 13 Advanced functions on your Video Your Video has some advanced operations with features you may find useful. Video Doctor NO. OF TIMER PROGRAMME Shows the number of timer The Video Doctor will show the status recording programmed.
• Check that the Video plug has been plugged in and switched on (GC990W Only) • Check the reception on your • Has the Video been plugged in at a mains wall socket and that television set.
Page 15 Controlling your TV with the supplied remote control and technical specifications Specifications are correct at time of printing. LG is constantly innovating and products may change at any time without warning. You can control the sound level, input...
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GC990W1_GC480W1_NA2ALL_07V 3/10/04 1:56 PM Page 16 Model No. GC990W1/GC480W1/GC260W1 Part No. 3834RV0007V...