Advice for first timers:

So you want to take a stab at the exciting world of VCR programming? The first thing to remember is, no one learned to set the clock on their VCR the first day, and you should NEVER attempt to teach yourself VCR clock setting. You will only set yourself up for frustration and condemn yourself to years of 12:00 flashing. Properly trained, you will look forward to that power outage rather than fear it. So, how do I learn then?

Probably the most important step is GET AN INSRUCTOR. After all, this isn't like flying radio controlled planes or anything simple like that. Electronic stores like Radio Shack and Best Buy are filled with highly skilled employees that are usually eager to help those new to the clock setting hobby. Most can be easily coaxed to you home in exchange for a 6-pack or maybe a few “cigarettes” if you know what I mean.

If you feel you MUST teach yourself, you should at the minimum, start on a simple clock radio or wristwatch such as the TX-223 Goldstar or Timex Ultra. Only after you have set the clock successfully at least 850 times, should you even THINK about attempting to set your VCR.

Following these suggestions, you too can eventually become proficient at VCR clock setting, and with years of practice, you may even find yourself among the pros setting computer clocks in the ultra high tech world.

I used to work at radioshack and was coaxed with a few "cigarettes" before to help with electronics at some ones house....great job. Especially the when me and the other guys at work used to lock the front door in the middle of the day and have a few "cigarettes" out back! I miss that job!

sean

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Maybe I can start out with a computerized 9 channel radio? Then get daring and try to set the date on my watch?

And get an 8yr old to be my instructor.

Maybe I can start out with a computerized 9 channel radio? Then get daring and try to set the date on my watch?

And get an 8yr old to be my instructor.


OK, but just be sure to join the EAA (Electronics Adjusters Association) so you'll have insurance coverage if anything goes wrong. (i.e. you poke someone's eye out with the antenna)

I guess I would need a special waiver to program my car stereo, those can be pretty dangerous in the wrong hands.

Ya. A computer is bad enough.

You should set a analog watch first, then go on to digital watches.

8yr old. lol

I need help learning how to post here!!!!!! Got a handbook?????

You mean the mouse don't take care of all that, no wander I have so much trouble!!!!!!!! And guess what I learned to type with one finger, I'ma cooken.

You forgot to mention that you need an EAAPL once you have learned how to set the clock. EAAPL (Electronic Adjustor Association Professional License.) This is required for programming a universal remote.

Man I don't got any licenses. I might be going to jail.

I think I'll stay at the Amature level and just use my pocket watch and fly with a pulse radio.

Huh?? This is beyond me.

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