1. Kupu Whakataki
This manual provides detailed instructions for the setup, operation, and maintenance of your LG VHS to DVD Recorder VCR Combo, model RC897T. This device allows you to play VHS tapes and DVDs, as well as record content from VHS tapes directly onto DVDs.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using the product to ensure safe and correct operation. Keep this manual for future reference.
2. Nga korero haumaru
- Puna Hiko: Connect the unit only to the power supply indicated on the rating label.
- Whakahau: Me whakarite kia pai te hau. Kaua e araia nga whakatuwheratanga hau.
- Te wai me te makuku: Kaua e tukuna te waeine ki te ua, ki te makuku ranei. Kaua e waiho nga mea kua whakakiia ki te wai ki runga i te waahanga.
- wera: Tiakina te waeine mai i nga puna wera penei i nga radiators, nga rehita wera, nga umu, me etahi atu taputapu (tae atu ki ampkaiwhakaora) e whakaputa ana i te wera.
- Ratonga: Kaua e tarai ki te mahi i tenei hua maau ake. Tirohia nga ratonga katoa ki nga kaimahi tohu tohu.
3. Ihirangi mokete
Manatokona kei roto katoa nga mea kei roto i te kete:
- LG VHS to DVD Recorder VCR Combo (RC897T)
- Mana Mamao
- Pukapuka Tohutohu (tenei tuhinga)
- Tauera HDMI
- AV (RCA) taura
- Blank DVDs (for recording)
4. Hua Neke Atuview
4.1 Paewhiri Mua

Whakaahua: Mua view of the LG RC897T unit, showing the DVD and VCR trays, power button, and various control buttons. Blank DVDs are also visible in the foreground.
The front panel features the DVD tray, VCR slot, power button, and essential playback/recording controls. Indicators for DVD and VCR modes are also present.
4.2 Paewhiri Whakamuri

Whakaahua: Rear view of the LG RC897T unit, highlighting the HDMI output, AV (RCA) input/output, Digital Audio output, and AC power input.
The rear panel provides various connection ports, including HDMI output for high-definition video, AV (RCA) input/output for standard definition, and digital audio output. The AC power input is also located here.
5. Tatūnga
5.1 Te hono ki te Pouaka Whakaata
Kōwhiria tētahi o ngā tikanga tūhonohono e whai ake nei:
- HDMI Connection (Recommended for best quality):
- Connect one end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI OUT port on the rear of the recorder.
- Honoa te pito kē atu o te taura HDMI ki te tauranga whakauru HDMI i tō pouaka whakaata.
- Tīpakohia te tāuru HDMI e hāngai ana ki tō pouaka whakaata mā tana mana mamao.
- AV (RCA) Connection:
- Connect the yellow (Video), white (Audio L), and red (Audio R) plugs of the AV cable to the VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT (L/R) ports on the rear of the recorder.
- Connect the other end of the AV cable to the corresponding VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN (L/R) ports on your television.
- Select the corresponding AV input on your TV using its remote control.
5.2 Hononga Hiko
- Plug the AC power cord into the AC IN socket on the rear of the recorder.
- Monohia te tahi pito o te taura hiko ki te putanga pakitara.
6. Nga Tohutohu Whakahaere
6.1 Playing VHS Tapes
- Whakauruhia he rīpene VHS ki roto i te mokamoka VCR.
- Pehia te VCR button on the remote control or front panel to select VCR mode.
- Pehia te TAKARO pātene ki te tīmata te purei anō.
- Whakamahia te KATI, TATAHI, REW, a FF nga paatene mo te whakahaere.
- Hei whakaputa i te rīpene, pēhia te PANUITANGA pātene.
6.2 Playing DVDs
- Pehia te TUwhera/KATI pātene hei whakatuwhera i te paepae DVD.
- Tuhia he kōpae DVD ki runga i te paepae me te taha tapanga anga whakarunga.
- Pehia te TUwhera/KATI patene ano hei kati i te paepae.
- Ka huri aunoa te waeine ki te aratau DVD ka tīmata te purei. Ki te kore, pēhia te pātene DVD pātene.
- Whakamahia te TAKARO, KATI, TATAHI, and navigation buttons for control.
- Hei pana i te kōpae, pēhia te PANUITANGA pātene.
6.3 Te tuhi VHS ki te DVD
This unit is designed for easy transfer of VHS content to DVD. Ensure you have a blank, recordable DVD inserted into the DVD tray.
- Whakauruhia te rīpene VHS e hiahia ana koe ki te hopu ki roto i te mokamoka VCR.
- Insert a blank recordable DVD (DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, DVD+RW) into the DVD tray.
- Pehia te VCR button to select VCR mode.
- Locate the content on the VHS tape you wish to record. You may need to fast-forward or rewind.
- Pehia te REKOTI button on the remote control or front panel. The unit will automatically start playing the VHS tape and recording it to the DVD.
- Hei whakamutu i te hopukanga, paatohia te KATI pātene.
- After recording, the DVD may need to be finalized to be playable on other DVD players. Refer to the on-screen menu for DVD finalization options.
7. Tiaki
7.1 Te Whakapai i te Waeine
- Horoia te waho o te waeine ki te kakahu ngohengohe, maroke.
- Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, as they may damage the finish.
- For internal cleaning of VCR heads or DVD lens, use specialized cleaning kits available commercially.
7.2 Te Whakahaere i te Kōpae me te Rīpene
- Puritia ngā taha o ngā kōpae kia kore ai e kitea ngā tapumati ki te mata o te rekoata.
- Store discs in their cases away from direct sunlight and heat.
- Store VHS tapes vertically in their cases to prevent tape damage.
8. Te Raru
| Raruraru | Take pea | Rongoā |
|---|---|---|
| Karekau he kaha | Kāore te taura hiko i honoa; kāore te putanga hiko e mahi ana. | Tirohia te hononga taura hiko; whakamatauria he putanga rereke. |
| Kaore he putanga ataata | Incorrect input selected on TV; loose video cable connection. | Select correct TV input (HDMI/AV); ensure cables are securely connected. |
| Kaore he putanga ororongo | Loose audio cable connection; TV volume muted. | Ensure audio cables are securely connected; check TV volume and mute settings. |
| Kāore te Kōpae/Rīpene e purei ana | Disc/tape is dirty or damaged; incorrect media type. | Clean disc/tape; try a different disc/tape; ensure media is compatible. |
| Ka rahua te tuhi | Blank DVD is not recordable or full; disc not finalized. | Use a new, recordable DVD; ensure enough space; finalize the disc after recording. |
9. Whakatakotoranga
- Waitohu: LG
- Ingoa Tauira: RC897T
- Momo Media: DVD, VHS
- Taumira Huaputa Ataata: 720p, 1080p (via HDMI)
- Momo Tuhono: HDMI, AV (RCA)
- Total Number of HDMI Ports: 1
- Aratau Putanga Ororongo: Tirooro
- Hōputu Ororongo Tautokona: PCM, MP3, MP4, AVI
- Hōputu Ataata Analog: NTSC
- Momo Kaitatau: Mana Mamao
- File Formats (Playback): AAC, AVI, JPEG, MP3, MP4, WAV, WMA
- UPC: 753575588809
10. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko
Ko tenei hua ka tae mai me te 90-ra iti pūtāhui. Please refer to your purchase documentation for specific warranty terms and conditions.
Mō te tautoko hangarau, ratonga, ētahi atu pātai rānei, tirohia te ratonga tautoko a LG. website or contact their customer service department. Keep your model number (RC897T) and serial number ready when contacting support.
LG Mana Webpae: www.lg.com