GE VG4061 - Manual (Page 38)

36
OTHER FEATURES
Picture Search Options
The most basic way to search during playback is using the
forward and reverse functions. This section contains several
other options available for searching a tape.
Search features work well for tapes recorded at the SP or
SLP speed.
Forward and Reverse Search
You can search a tape during play. Sound is turned off during
picture search. Search works best for tapes recorded at the SP
or SLP speed.
1. During playback, press FORWARD (FWD) to search forward
or REVERSE (REV) to search in reverse.
2. Press FORWARD (FWD) or REVERSE (REV) again or press
PLAY (PLAY•PAUSE) to return to normal playback.
Slow Motion
You can view a tape during play pause using slow motion.
1. Press FORWARD or REVERSE (FWD or REV) to begin slow-
motion playback.
2. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from
the picture.
3. Press PLAY (PLAY•PAUSE) to return to normal playback.
The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback
to stop after a few minutes.
Commercial Scan (Search Button)
This is useful for skipping commercials or short program
segments.
• Press SEARCH on the remote once during playback to
advance the tape approximately 30 seconds of recorded
material.
• Each press of the SEARCH button adds an additional 30
seconds up to five minutes.
Insert Tape
Remember to insert a recorded tape
when using the search features.