RCA VCR VR546 User Guide

VCR  
User’s Guide  
Changing Entertainment. Again.  
VR546/VR637HF  
 
Table of Contents  
Chapter 1: Connections & Setup ........................................................................................................ 3  
Things to Consider Before Connecting Components .......................................................................... 3  
Choose Your Connection....................................................................................................................... 4  
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your VCR ........................................................................ 4  
TV + VCR ............................................................................................................................................................ 5  
TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver ............................................................................................................................ 6  
TV + VCR + Cable Box ........................................................................................................................................ 7  
Put Batteries in the Remote Control .................................................................................................... 8  
Turn on the TV and VCR ........................................................................................................................ 8  
Using the Remote Control to Choose On-Screen Menu Items............................................................ 8  
Complete the On-screen Setup Guide.................................................................................................. 8  
VCR Basics............................................................................................................................................. 10  
Playing a Tape .................................................................................................................................................. 10  
Automatic Rewind ........................................................................................................................................... 10  
Tape Eject ......................................................................................................................................................... 10  
Basic Recording.................................................................................................................................... 10  
Check the Safety Tab ....................................................................................................................................... 10  
Using the Remote Control .................................................................................................................. 11  
Buttons of the Remote Control ...................................................................................................................... 11  
Using the Input Button ................................................................................................................................... 12  
Chapter 2: VCR Features................................................................................................ 13  
Recording Features.............................................................................................................................. 13  
Express Recording (XPR)...................................................................................................................... 13  
Timer Recording .................................................................................................................................. 14  
Stopping a Timer recording ................................................................................................................ 14  
Reviewing and Clearing Programs ..................................................................................................... 14  
Index Search......................................................................................................................................... 15  
Go-To- Search ....................................................................................................................................... 15  
Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature ............................................................................................................. 15  
Time Counter ....................................................................................................................................... 16  
Info Display .......................................................................................................................................... 16  
Chapter 3: On-Screen Menus ........................................................................................ 17  
Explanation of the Menu System ....................................................................................................... 17  
Timer Recordings ................................................................................................................................. 17  
Time ...................................................................................................................................................... 17  
Set Time and Date ........................................................................................................................................... 17  
Auto Clock Set ................................................................................................................................................. 17  
Set Time Zone .................................................................................................................................................. 17  
Set Daylight-Saving ......................................................................................................................................... 17  
Channels............................................................................................................................................... 18  
Auto Channel Search ....................................................................................................................................... 18  
Add/Remove Channels .................................................................................................................................... 18  
Signal Type ....................................................................................................................................................... 18  
Cable Box Setup ............................................................................................................................................... 19  
VCR Output Channel ....................................................................................................................................... 19  
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Chapter 3: On-Screen Menus (Continued)  
Preferences........................................................................................................................................... 19  
Remote Control ............................................................................................................................................... 19  
Auto Play .......................................................................................................................................................... 19  
Auto TV/VCR .................................................................................................................................................... 19  
EnergySaver ..................................................................................................................................................... 19  
Front Panel ....................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Tape Speed ....................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Set Auto Repeat .............................................................................................................................................. 20  
Audio.................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Reception ......................................................................................................................................................... 20  
Tape Playback .................................................................................................................................................. 20  
Language ............................................................................................................................................. 20  
Chapter 4: Additional Information .............................................................................. 21  
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 21  
Display Panel........................................................................................................................................ 24  
Glossary ................................................................................................................................................ 24  
Limited Warranty................................................................................................................................. 25  
How to Find Your TVs Video Input Channel ..................................................................................... 27  
Index..................................................................................................................................................... 28  
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Chapter 1: Connections & Setup  
Things to Consider Before Connecting Components  
This Book Covers Two Models (VR546 and VR637HF)  
Model VR546 (mono)  
Model VR637 (hi-fi)  
The graphics in this user’s guide show the VR637HF, so the jacks on the front and back of the VCR are different from  
those on the VR546. The VR546 also does not have the Audio menu.  
Protect Components From Power Surges  
Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet.  
Always turn off the TV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables.  
Position Cables to Avoid Audio Hum or Interference  
Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks.  
Place any Audio/Video (A/V) cables to the side(s) of the TV’s back panel instead of straight down the back after  
connecting components.  
Try not to coil any twin-lead cables and keep them away from all A/V cables as much as possible.  
Make sure all antennas and cables are properly grounded. Refer to the Safety Tips sheet packed with your unit for  
detailed information.  
Protect Components From Overheating  
Never block ventilation slots in any component. Arrange the components so that air can circulate freely.  
Do not stack components.  
Allow adequate ventilation when placing components in a stand.  
Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of a stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around  
other components.  
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Choose Your Connection  
There are several ways to hook up your VCR, depending on the components connected. Please  
use the following chart to determine which connection is best for you and proceed to the  
appropriate page.  
Note: If you prefer, we can provide you with the name of an Authorized Service  
Representative who will visit your home for a fee to install your electronic entertainment  
system and to instruct you in its operation. For details about this service, call 1-888-206-3359.  
Components  
Connection  
Title  
Go To  
TV + VCR  
page 5  
R
C
V
TV + VCR +  
Satellite Receiver  
page 6  
page 7  
R
C
V
TV + VCR +  
Cable Box  
R
C
V
Cables Needed to Connect Components to Your VCR  
The pictures below show the cables needed for the connections represented in this book.  
Audio/Video cables  
Coaxial cable  
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TV (back panel)  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
L / MONO  
R
IN  
The back of your TV might not look  
exactly like the one shown here.  
OUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA  
S-VIDEO  
1B  
VCR  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
AUDIO  
1A  
R
The VCR pictured here is model  
VR637HF and shows stereo audio  
jacks. Model VR546 is mono and  
will not have separate left and  
right audio jacks. Use connection  
1A for model VR546.  
R
C
V
L
IN  
OUT  
VIDEO  
2
From Cable  
or Antenna  
TV + VCR  
1. Connect the VCR to the TV  
A. Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the RF OUT jack on the back of  
the VCR and the other end to the TV’s antenna in jack.  
– OR –  
B. (VR637HF only): Connect audio/video cables to the AUDIO OUT R and L jacks on the  
back of the VCR (color coded, red and white), and the VIDEO OUT jack (yellow).  
Connect the other ends of the cables to the corresponding input jacks on the TV  
(sometimes labeled VIDEO, AUDIO L/MONO, and AUDIO R).  
2. Connect the antenna/cable feed to the VCR  
Connect the cable or antenna RF coaxial cable to the ANT. IN jack on your VCR.  
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TV  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
L / MONO  
L
R
IN  
The back of your TV might not look  
exactly like the one shown here.  
OUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA  
S-VIDEO  
1B  
VCR  
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
AUDIO  
The VCR pictured here is model  
VR637HF and shows stereo audio  
jacks. Model VR546 is mono and  
will not have separate left and  
right audio jacks. Use connection  
1A and 2A for model VR546.  
R
1A  
R
L
C
V
IN  
OUT  
VIDEO  
2A  
SATELLITE  
RECEIVER  
2B  
IN FROM ANT  
CH3  
CH4  
OUT  
R
The back of your satellite receiver  
might not look exactly like the one  
shown here.  
OUT TO TV  
SATELLITE  
IN  
VIDEO  
L
S-VIDEO  
4
3
From Cable  
or TV Antenna  
From  
Satellite  
TV + VCR + Satellite Receiver  
1. Connect the VCR to the TV  
A. Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the RF OUT jack on the back of  
the VCR and the other end to the TV’s antenna in jack.  
– OR –  
B. Connect audio/video cables to the AUDIO OUT R and L jacks on the back of the VCR  
(color coded, red and white), and the VIDEO OUT jack (yellow). Connect the other  
ends of the cables to the corresponding input jacks on the TV (sometimes labeled  
VIDEO, AUDIO L/MONO, and AUDIO R).  
2. Connect satellite receiver to the VCR  
A. Connect an RF coaxial cable to the RF output jack on the satellite receiver and to the  
ANT. IN jack on the VCR.  
– OR –  
B. Connect audio/video cables to the AUDIO IN R and L jacks on the back of the VCR  
(color coded, red and white), and the VIDEO IN jack (yellow). Connect the other ends  
of the cables to the corresponding output jacks on the satellite receiver (sometimes  
labeled VIDEO, AUDIO L/MONO, and AUDIO R).  
3. Connect the antenna to your satellite receiver  
If necessary, connect an antenna or cable box RF coaxial cable (not included) to the  
antenna input jack on the satellite receiver.  
4. Connect the satellite feed to the satellite receiver  
Connect the satellite receiver’s RF coaxial cable feed (not included) to the satellite input  
jack on the satellite receiver.  
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TV  
AUDIO  
VIDEO  
L / MONO  
R
IN  
The back of your TV  
might not look exactly  
like the one shown here.  
OUT  
CABLE/  
ANTENNA  
S-VIDEO  
The VCR pictured here is  
model VR637HF and  
shows stereo audio jacks.  
Model VR546 is mono  
and will not have  
separate left and right  
audio jacks. Use  
connection 1A for model  
VR546.  
1B  
VCR  
1A  
R
ANT. IN  
RF OUT  
C
AUDIO  
V
R
L
IN  
OUT  
VIDEO  
2
CABLE BOX  
IN FROM ANT  
OUT TO TV  
CH3  
CH4  
The back of your cable  
box might not look  
exactly like the one  
shown here.  
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S-VIDEO  
From Cable  
Feed  
TV + VCR + Cable Box  
1. Connect the VCR to the TV  
A. Connect one end of the supplied RF coaxial cable to the RF OUT jack on the back of  
the VCR and the other end to the TV’s antenna in jack.  
– OR –  
B. Connect audio/video cables to the AUDIO OUT R and L jacks on the back of the VCR  
(color coded, red and white), and the VIDEO OUT jack (yellow). Connect the other  
ends of the cables to the corresponding input jacks on the TV (sometimes labeled  
VIDEO, AUDIO L/MONO, and AUDIO R).  
2. Connect the cable box to the VCR  
Connect one end of a second RF coaxial cable (not included) to the cable box’s TV output  
jack and the other end to the ANT. IN jack on the VCR.  
3. Connect the cable feed to your cable box  
Connect the RF coaxial cable feed (not included) to the antenna input jack on the cable  
box.  
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Put Batteries in the Remote Control  
1. Insert the batteries matching the polarities (+ and –) on the batteries with the diagram in the battery compartment.  
Turn on the TV and VCR  
1. Turn on the TV (if the TV you’ve connected to the VCR is an RCA, GE, Proscan, or Scenium TV, press the TV button  
on the remote packed with your VCR).  
2. Tune the TV to the correct Video Input Channel.  
• If you used a coaxial cable to connect your VCR to your TV, tune the TV to channel 3. Your TV must be set to  
channel 3 the first time you set up the VCR. See page 19 for instructions on how to change the output channel  
once you have started setup.  
• If you used audio/video cables to connect your VCR, tune the TV to its Video Input Channel (see page 27).  
Using the Remote Control to Choose On-screen Menu Items  
To select an on-screen item, press the MENU button, then the number button on the remote control that matches the  
on-screen number. Selecting a menu item can take you to another menu, activate a choice, or activate a data entry field  
(such as the hour field in the Set Time menu).  
If a number doesn’t appear next to an on-screen menu, use the arrow buttons to highlight an item on the screen, and  
press OK to select the highlighted item.  
Complete the on-screen setup guide  
To help you use the VCR as quickly as possible, an on-screen setup  
guide walks you through several important menu screens the first time  
you turn on your VCR. The first menu item asks you to select the  
Select a language.  
Seleccione un idioma.  
Choisissez une langue.  
1>English  
2 Español  
language for the on-screen menus. The other setup menu items are  
listed in this section.  
3 Français  
LANGUAGE menu: determines the language in which the on-screen  
displays and menus appear.  
The first time you turn on the VCR,  
youll be asked to select the  
language for the on-screen menus.  
Note: If you ever need to change some of the settings in any of the menus that  
appear in the setup procedure, go to the VCR MAIN MENU (press MENU on the  
remote) and choose Setup (press 4).  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Time  
3 Channels  
4 Setup  
5 Preferences  
6 Audio  
7 Language  
0 Exit  
If you ever need to change some of  
the settings in any of the menus that  
appear in the setup procedure,  
choose Setup (press 4 on the remote)  
from the VCR MAIN MENU. Note  
that the VR546 does not have the  
Audio menu, as it is a mono model.  
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CHANNELS menu – submenus are listed below.  
Auto Channel Search automatically searches for channels so that they are stored in the  
VCR’s channel list (the list of channels that are accessed when you press the CH +/–  
buttons.  
Add/Remove Channels allows you to manually add or remove channels from the  
channel list. This is helpful if the channel’s signal is weak. See Auto Channel Search on  
page 18.  
Signal Type press 3 to go back and forth between the two signal types: Cable and  
Antenna. When the setting you want is on the screen, press 0 to Exit (the VCR MAIN  
MENU appears and your signal setting is saved). Press 0 again to return to normal  
viewing.  
Cable Box Setup – This setup applies only when all channels  
CABLE BOX SETUP  
are received through a cable box. In this case, the VCR will  
default to the channel used to view cable box programming  
during timer recordings.  
Do you use your cable  
box to receive ALL  
channels or only SOME  
channels?  
If you choose ALL Channels, enter the output channel of the  
cable box (usually 03 or 04), or if A/V jacks connect the VCR to  
the cable box, press the INPUT button on the VCR’s remote  
control.  
1 ALL channels  
2 Only SOME channels  
3 Cancel setup  
TIME menu – accesses settings for VCR’s time and date information.  
CABLE BOX SETUP  
Set Time and Dateallows you to manually set the VCR’s time  
and date information instead of using the Auto Clock Set feature.  
When the SET TIME AND DATE menu is on the screen, use the  
number buttons on the remote to enter the information — you  
must press 0 before single digits (for example, 03/17/02 for  
March 17th, 2002).  
On what channel does  
the VCR receive signals  
from the cable box?  
(usually 3, 4, or Video)  
--  
Enter 01-13 or INPUT  
Press MENU to cancel  
Auto Clock Set press the 2 button repeatedly to switch  
between on and off. If you turn Auto Clock off, you’ll need to  
manually set the time and date in order for the VCR’s recording  
features to work. (Only available in some areas.)  
Set Time Zone sets the time zone. When the SET TIME ZONE  
menu is on the screen, use the number buttons on the remote to  
enter the information.  
TIME  
1 Set Time and Date  
2 Auto Clock Set:  
3 Set Time Zone  
ON  
If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR sets the  
clock using the first time information it finds from the broadcast  
signal. If the time set is not correct, select another time zone or  
set the time and date through the menu system.  
4 Set Daylight Saving  
Time Data was found  
on channel 20.  
0 Exit  
Set Daylight Saving adjust this setting to allow for daylight  
saving time (DST).  
If you choose Automatic for the time zone, the VCR sets the  
clock using any DST information broadcast in the channel’s  
signal.  
SET TIME ZONE  
What is your Time Zone?  
1 Eastern  
2 Central  
3 Mountain  
4 Pacific  
5 Alaska  
Note: All additional menu items are explained in Chapter 3.  
6 Hawaii  
7 Automatic  
Press MENU to continue  
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VCR Basics  
Once your initial settings are complete, you can begin using your VCR. In order to begin, you must first understand  
some basic concepts.  
Playing a tape  
1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (03, 04, or the Video Input Channel).  
2. Insert a tape in the VCR.  
If the Auto Play feature is set to ON, the tape automatically begins playback (the safety tab on the tape must be  
removed).  
• Press FWD or REV to cue the tape to the desired position during Play mode.  
• To advance the tape 30 seconds at a time during Play mode, press the SEARCH button on the remote control  
(each time you press SEARCH, 30 seconds is added to the amount of tape that is scanned — up to 5 minutes).  
• Press PLAY (if necessary) to begin tape play.  
• Press PAUSE to stop action. For slow-motion playback, press FWD and/or REV (while picture is paused). To  
move one frame at a time, press FWD on the remote (while paused).  
• Press TRACK + or – to remove any streaks from the picture, if necessary.  
• Press STOP/EJECT (or STOP on the remote) to stop playback.  
Automatic Rewind  
The VCR automatically rewinds the tape if it reaches the end of the tape during playback. While rewinding, you can  
press the ON•OFF button (the VCR will turn off after it rewinds the tape). If the tape has no safety tab, it will be  
ejected.  
Tape Eject  
Press the STOP/EJECT button on the VCR when stopped to eject the tape. You can also press and hold the remote  
control’s STOP button for three seconds.  
Basic Recording  
1. Set the tape speed by pressing the SPEED button on the remote control (see Tape Speed on page 19 for information  
about recording speeds).  
2. Press the RECORD button to begin recording.  
3. Press the STOP button to halt recording.  
If you just want to pause the recording for a short time (like during a commercial), press PAUSE instead of STOP.  
Check the Safety Tab  
Make sure there is a tape in the VCR with its safety tab in place. You  
cannot record on a tape if the safety tab has been removed. If the  
safety tab is removed and you want to record, simply cover the hole  
with adhesive tape.  
Safety Tab  
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Using the Remote Control  
The remote control is capable of controlling more than just your VCR. If you have a compatible RCA, GE, Proscan, or  
Scenium TV, you may be able to control it.  
In order for the VCR’s remote control to operate a desired TV, you must first press the TV button on the remote control.  
Similarly, to control the VCR, press the VCR button on the remote control. Pressing any remote control button will affect  
either the VCR or the TV, depending on which is the active device the remote control is set to operate.  
Buttons of the Remote Control  
0-9 (Number buttons) Enter channel numbers, time settings, and  
VCR  
TV  
ON•OFF  
on-screen display menu choices directly using the remote control.  
INFO  
GUIDE  
SPEED  
To enter a two-digit channel, press the two digits. To enter a three-digit  
channel, press and hold the first digit for two seconds until two dashes  
appear to the right of the number, then add the second two numbers.  
Example: to tune to channel 123, press and hold the 1 button for two  
seconds, then, when the dashes appear (--) press 2, then press 3.  
CLEAR  
SEARCH  
GO BACK  
MENU  
Antenna Functions as a TV/VCR button in VCR mode and a TV  
button for RCA, GE, Proscan, and Scenium TVs.  
Arrow buttons Used to point to different items in the TV’s Guide  
Plus+ system and also for adjusting the VCR’s menu controls.  
VOL  
CH  
MUTE  
CH+/CH- buttons Scan up or down through the VCR’s stored  
channels. Press once to change the channel up or down; press and  
hold to continuously change channels.  
TRACK  
CLEAR Removes any menu or information display from the screen  
and returns the display view to normal. This button also resets the  
counter to 00:00 when the counter is displayed on-screen.  
ANTENNA  
FWD Advances the tape forward. In Play mode, the FWD button  
starts forward scan playback. In Stop mode, it starts fast-forwarding. In  
Play-pause mode, it advances the tape one frame at a time.  
INPUT  
PLAY  
STOP  
REV  
FWD  
GO BACK Depending on which component the remote control is set  
to operate, this button returns the TV or VCR to the previously viewed  
channel.  
GUIDE In TV mode, toggles the channel guide on and off.  
PAUSE  
REC  
INFO Shows the VCR’s status displays on the TV screen. Press the  
INFO button once to display the day, date, time, and tape counter.  
Press the INFO button a second time to display just the tape counter.  
Press the INFO button a third time to clear the displays.  
INPUT Selects between the Video Input Channel and the VCR’s tuner.  
Video Input Channel refers to the signal coming from another  
component (such as a camcorder) connected to the A/V input jacks on  
the back or front of the VCR. Video1 designates the rear A/V jacks and  
Video2 denotes the front input jacks.  
MENU Displays the VCR MAIN MENU. This is the first step when  
accessing any on-screen menu such as LANGUAGE, PREFERENCES,  
TIMER RECORDINGS, etc.  
MUTE Lowers the TV volume to its minimum level. Press the MUTE  
button again to restore the TV’s volume to its previous state.  
OK When in the menu system, selects highlighted items.  
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ON•OFF Turns the power of the active device (either the TV or VCR) on or off.  
PAUSE Pauses playback and recording in VCR mode.  
PLAY Starts tape playback in VCR mode.  
REC Starts recording in VCR mode.  
REV Rewinds a tape. In Playback mode, pressing and holding REV starts reverse scan  
playback. In Stop mode, pressing REV fast-rewinds.  
SEARCH In stop mode, displays Index Search and Go-To Search menus on-screen. Press this  
button once to display the Index Search menu and a second time to display the Go-To Search  
menu. In playback mode, press the SEARCH button to activate the Commercial Scan feature.  
Each press after that advances the tape’s playback through 30 seconds of recorded material (up  
to five minutes).  
SPEED Changes the recording speed (either SP or SLP).  
STOP Stops the active function of the VCR including tape playback, recording rewinding, and  
fast-forwarding. Pressing the STOP button for several seconds also ejects an inserted tape.  
TRACK +/– (up and down) buttons Allows the manual reduction of streaks which may  
appear on the picture during regular or slow-motion playback. Reduces picture “jitter” during  
play-pause mode.  
TV Puts the remote control in TV mode. This button will automatically turn on most RCA, GE,  
Proscan, and Scenium TVs.  
VCR Puts the remote control in VCR mode.  
VOL+/VOL- buttons Decreases or increases the TV volume.  
Using the INPUT Button  
Use the INPUT button to toggle through the available Video Input Channel sources (Video1 and  
Video2) and regular broadcast signals. The Video Input Channels allow you to view images  
from a device connected to your VCR (like a camcorder).  
1. Press the remote control’s VCR button to activate VCR mode. Make sure that the VCR is  
turned ON.  
2. Press the remote control’s INPUT button to tune to the Video Input Channel. Video1  
represents the rear A/V jacks and Video2 represents the front A/V jacks.  
3. Press the INPUT button again to tune back to the broadcast signal you were previously  
watching through the VCR.  
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Recording Features  
Your VCR provides many ways to record programming. Basic recording is explained in detail on  
page 10. The following recording techniques are also available.  
Recording – lets you press one button to record a program.  
Express Recording (XPR) – allows recording to start while a program is being watched.  
This feature automatically stops recording after a designated period of time.  
Timer Recording – program the VCR for a daily, weekly, or onetime recording which will  
automatically start and stop at the times you set.  
Express Recording (XPR)  
Use XPR to quickly record the remaining portion of a program being watched. XPR is a great  
way to capture the end of a sporting event that has run into overtime or a live broadcast that  
runs long. XPR works in 30- or 60-minute increments. You can capture the last 30, 60, 90, etc.  
minutes of programming (depending on tape length), up to four hours total.  
To Activate XPR:  
Rec  
Ch 36  
Record Length 0:00  
1. Turn on the VCR and tune it to the channel with the desired  
programming.  
2. Insert a tape with its safety tab in place into the VCR. Make sure it  
is cued to record at the proper starting point.  
Rec  
Ch 36  
Record Length 1:30  
Note: To override the preferred tape speed setting, press the  
SPEED button on the remote control repeatedly to toggle  
between SP and SLP choices.  
Pr
3. Press the RECORD button on the front of the VCR (or REC on the  
remote control) to start recording.  
Press REC to set length  
4. Repeatedly press REC to set up the recording duration.  
Press REC until RECORD TIME 0:00 appears.  
Each press of the REC button adds 30 or 60 minutes of  
recording time.  
The VCR automatically turns off after it has recorded the set  
amount of time.  
To stop an XPR recording, press and hold the STOP button on  
the remote control or VCR front panel for several seconds until  
STOP appears on the VCR on-screen display.  
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Timer Recording  
You can set up to 8 different TV programs to be recorded. Before a Timer Recording will work, the VCR needs to be set  
up correctly.  
VCR’s clock must be set correctly.  
If you’ve set up the VCR for a cable box for all channels, the output of your cable box appears in the channel item  
of the Timer Recordings menu.  
PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if two programs whose times overlap are entered.  
The timer indicator appears in the display when you turn off the VCR and a timer recording has been set. The timer  
indicator flashes if there is no tape in the VCR when a timer recording has been set and the unit is turned off.  
For a cable box or satellite receiver, turn it on and tune it to the channel you want to record before the recording is  
to begin.  
Insert a tape with its safety tab in place and enough tape to record the program.  
To Set Up as Many as Eight Timer Recording Programs:  
TIMER RECORDINGS  
1. Press the MENU button to display the VCR MAIN MENU.  
1 Create a New Program  
2 Review Existing Progs.  
2. Press the 2 button to choose Timer Recordings.  
3. Press the 1 button to choose Create a New Program.  
4. Select how often you want the program to record.  
How often should this  
program record?  
0
5. Enter the data for the program with the number buttons.  
The data includes the channel number, and start and end times  
(including AM or PM). The start date is automatically entered based  
1 One time  
2 Daily (every day)  
on the VCR clock. Both the recording date and speed can be  
changed.  
3 Weekdays (M-F)  
4 Weekly (once per week)  
Program 1 has been saved  
0
6. Review the information to make sure it is correct.  
7. Press the MENU button to save.  
Remember to insert a  
recordable tape and  
turn the VCR off before  
the program start time.  
Stopping a Timer Recording  
To stop or cancel a timer recording in progress (even an Express  
Recording):  
Remember to leave your  
cable box on and tuned  
to the desired channel.  
Press and hold the STOP button for several seconds until STOP  
appears in the on-screen display.  
Reviewing and Clearing Programs  
To review programs that you have already set up:  
1. Press the MENU button to display the VCR Main Menu.  
2. Press the 2 button to choose TIMER RECORDINGS.  
3. Press the 2 button to choose Review Existing Progs.  
Program 1 (One time)  
Channel  
Start Time 12:00 AM  
End Time 01:30 AM  
104 Cable  
Start Date 11/16/01 Fri  
Tape Speed SLP  
To erase, press CLEAR.  
Press CLEAR to erase  
Press MENU for next prog  
To see the next saved timer recording program, press  
MENU.  
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Chapter 2: VCR Features  
Index Search  
The VCR has a “VHS Index Search System” that automatically records index marks on the tape  
every time you start a recording. During playback you can locate the program you want to play  
by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the  
location you are at on the tape.  
To Activate Index Search:  
INDEX SEARCH  
1. While playing back, press the STOP button to stop the tape.  
Press REV or FWD  
to begin scanning  
OR  
enter a specific  
index number  
_ _  
2. Press the SEARCH button on the remote control to display the  
INDEX SEARCH screen on the TV screen.  
3. If you want to search through a certain number of index marks,  
press two number buttons to enter the number of marks you want  
to search. Press the CLEAR button on the remote control to correct  
an entry.  
Press SEARCH to exit  
4. Press the FWD button to search forward or the REV button to  
search in reverse. The VCR will locate your index mark and begin  
playback. If you did not enter a specific index number, the VCR  
will locate the next index mark and begin playback.  
5. Press STOP to stop Index Search.  
Notes: Certain index marks may be missed by the VCR including:  
Marks too close to the current location of the tape.  
Those at the beginning of a recording lasting five minutes or  
less.  
Index marks that start at the beginning of the tape.  
Go-To Search  
The Go-To Search feature enables the VCR to quickly locate a counter reading anywhere on the  
tape. When the VCR locates the counter reading, it will begin playback.  
1. Press the STOP button.  
GO-TO SEARCH  
2. Repeatedly press the SEARCH button on the remote control until  
Current tape counter is  
2:17:25  
the GO-TO SEARCH menu appears on the screen.  
3. Use the number buttons to enter the hour and/or minute of the  
counter reading you want the VCR to go to. If necessary, press the  
CLEAR button on the remote control to correct an entry.  
Press REV or FWD  
to go to -:--:00  
Press SEARCH to exit  
4. Press the FWD button to search ahead or the REV button to search  
behind.  
5. Press the STOP button to end a Go-To Search.  
Pro-Tect PlusLocking Feature  
To disable VCR usage or to protect set timer recordings, the unit can be locked so that the  
buttons on the VCR or remote control don’t work.  
To Lock: Press and hold either the remote control’s ON•OFF or VCR button until the VCR  
indicator on the front of the VCR goes out. The clock blinks if a button is pressed while the  
VCR is locked.  
To Unlock: Press and hold either the remote control’s ON•OFF or VCR button until the  
clock stops blinking on the front of the VCR. This is the only way to unlock the VCR.  
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Time Counter  
The time counter shows the actual time used when recording or playing back a tape. The time counter helps locate the  
beginning or end of recorded events. It resets to 0:00:00 whenever a tape is ejected from the VCR.  
For example, if you record a 30–minute program at the beginning of a tape, rewind it, and then want to go to the end  
of the first program to start another recording:  
Hours  
0:30:00  
1. Press the INFO button twice to display only the time counter.  
Minutes  
2. Press the CLEAR button to reset the time counter to 0:00:00.  
3. Press the remote control’s FWD button to advance a tape until the  
time counter reads 0:30:00.  
Seconds  
4. Press the STOP button. This is the approximate end of a 30-minute  
program (you may want to press the PLAY button to verify). When  
the tape is cued correctly, you can begin recording.  
5. Press the INFO button to remove the time counter from the screen  
and return to the normal display mode.  
Info Display  
To find out the status of the VCR, press the INFO button on the remote control. Each time you  
press INFO, different information appears on the screen. See the following examples.  
Note: The date and time must be set before they can be displayed.  
1. Press the INFO button to show the on-screen displays. The current  
time is also displayed in the VCR’s front panel.  
1
2
Stop  
Ch 05  
0:30:00  
11/18/00 Sat 01:30PM SLP  
On-screen display (times out)  
2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on  
the screen. The time counter is also displayed in the VCR’s front  
panel for a short time.  
0:30:00  
Time counter only (does not  
time out)  
3. Press INFO again to have no displays appear on the TV screen.  
The time counter remains in the VCR’s display panel. This is useful  
for dubbing tapes.  
3
4. Press the INFO button again to return to the normal display. The  
current time is displayed in the VCR’s display panel.  
Note: Turning off the VCR also resets the displays.  
No displays will appear (useful  
for dubbing)  
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Chapter 3: On-Screen Menus  
Explanation of the Menu System  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Time  
3 Channels  
4 Setup  
5 Preferences  
6 Audio  
7 Language  
0 Exit  
The on-screen menus you saw the first time you turned on your VCR  
were explained in Chapter 1. This chapter lists other menus that you  
can access through the VCR MAIN MENU (press MENU on the remote  
control). The quickest way to select a menu is to press the number  
button on the remote control that matches the number next to the  
item. Some menus have on-screen instructions for more complicated  
settings.  
If you ever need to change some of the  
settings in any of the menus that appear  
in the setup procedure, choose Setup  
(press 5 on the remote) from the VCR  
MAIN MENU. Note that the VR546 does  
not have the Audio menu, as it is a  
mono model.  
Timer Recordings  
The Timer Recordings feature programs the VCR to record  
automatically. This feature is explained in detail on page 14.  
Time  
TIME  
1 Set Time and Date  
2 Auto Clock Set:  
3 Set Time Zone  
ON  
Set Time and Date  
4 Set Daylight Saving  
Set Time and Date allows you to manually set the VCR’s time and  
date information instead of using the Auto Clock Set feature. When  
the SET TIME AND DATE menu is on the screen, use the number  
buttons on the remote to enter the information — you must press 0  
before single digits (for example, 03/17/02 for March 17th, 2002).  
Time Data was found  
on channel 20.  
0 Exit  
Auto Clock Set  
Using Auto Clock Set enables the time to be updated each time the  
VCR is turned off.  
Press the 2 button repeatedly to go back and forth between on and  
off. If you turn Auto Clock off, you’ll need to manually set the time  
and date in order for the VCR’s recording features to work.  
Displaying Time and Date  
Pressing the INFO button on  
the remote control displays the  
time and date on screen  
temporarily.  
Notes: Auto Clock Set is available only in limited areas.  
You must set available channels, time zone, and Daylight-Savings  
settings for Auto Clock Set to work.  
When using Auto Clock Set with a cable box, the VCR will not  
reset the clock after a power outage unless the cable box is tuned  
to the channel carrying time data.  
If the time doesnt automatically set after trying for ten minutes,  
manually set the time and date information.  
Set Time Zone  
SET TIME ZONE  
What is your Time Zone?  
1 Eastern  
2 Central  
3 Mountain  
Set Time Zone sets the time zone you are in. When the SET TIME  
ZONE menu is on the screen, use the number buttons on the remote  
to enter the information — you must press 0 before single digits.  
If you select Automatic for your time zone, the VCR sets the clock  
using the first time information it finds. If the time set is not correct,  
select another time zone or set the time and date through the menu  
system.  
4 Pacific  
5 Alaska  
6 Hawaii  
7 Automatic  
Press MENU to continue  
Set Daylight-Savings  
Adjust this setting to allow for daylight savings time (DST).  
If you choose Automatic for the time zone, the VCR sets the clock  
using any DST information broadcast in the channel’s signal.  
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Channels  
CHANNELS  
Channels tells the VCR where to find channels and stores them in the  
VCR’s channel list.  
1 Auto Channel Search  
2 Add/Remove Channels  
3 Signal Type:  
CABLE  
4 Cable Box Setup  
Auto Channel Search  
5 VCR Output Channel: 3  
0 Exit  
Use Auto Channel Search to place all available channels in memory.  
If you ever change cable or antenna signals, you may need to run  
the Auto Channel Search feature again.  
Select one of the three options:  
Cable TV searches for cable stations.  
Antenna searches for local broadcast stations.  
Detect Automatically selects the appropriate input automatically.  
Note: With Detect Automatically, a strong cable or antenna signal in  
your area may cause channels to be detected inaccurately. If this  
should happen, you will need to select either Cable TV or Antenna  
manually.  
When scanning is complete, the VCR tunes to the lowest channel  
available. After completing Auto Channel Search, press the remote  
control’s CH + or - buttons to select active channels.  
ADD/REMOVE CHANNELS  
Add/Remove Channels  
Your VCR may come with a list of channels preset at the factory.  
Even though it may come with such a list, you may want to add or  
delete certain channels.  
Channel 115  
is presently ADDED  
Note: If you use a cable box to view all channels, this step is not  
necessary.  
Press CLEAR to remove  
Press MENU to exit  
To go to the channel you want to add or remove, use the remote  
control’s CH + or – buttons or enter a specific channel number using  
the number buttons.  
To remove a channel from the channel list, press CLEAR. To add a  
channel to the channel list, press INFO.  
Note: To view active channels, use the remote controls CH + and -  
buttons. You can also access channels that arent available in the  
active channel list by using the remote controls number buttons to  
enter the specific channel number.  
Signal Type  
This feature is useful if your cable signal goes out; it allows you to  
switch to a regular antenna for alternate television reception.  
From the Channels menu, choose between Signal Type: Cable or  
Antenna by pressing the 3 button until the correct signal type is  
shown.  
Cable Box Setup  
CABLE BOX SETUP  
This setup applies only when all channels are received through a  
cable box. Cable box setup is explained in detail on page 9.  
Do you use your cable  
box to receive ALL  
channels or only SOME  
channels?  
1 ALL channels  
2 Only SOME channels  
3 Cancel setup  
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VCR Output Channel  
Use this option to change the VCR’s output channel. The default is  
channel 3. To change the output channel to channel 4, press the  
MENU button. If you change the output channel to 4, you must tune  
your TV to channel 4 to watch channels or play a tape.  
If you press MENU, the  
VCR output channel  
switches to channel 4.  
Setup  
VCR MAIN MENU  
1 Timer Recordings  
2 Time  
Use the Setup menu to change any of the menus in the initial setup  
procedure. Press MENU to go to the VCR MAIN MENU, then press the  
5 button. The Setup menu is explained in detail on pages 8-9.  
3 Channels  
4 Setup  
5 Preferences  
6 Audio  
7 Language  
0 Exit  
Preferences  
PREFERENCES  
1 Remote Control: VCR1  
2 Auto Play:  
The settings in this menu let you customize your VCR features.  
ON  
3 Auto TV/VCR:  
4 EnergySaver:  
5 Front Panel:  
6 Tape Speed:  
7 Set Auto Repeat  
ON  
2:00  
BRIGHT  
SLP  
Remote Control  
If you have a universal RCA or GE remote with VCR1 and VCR2  
buttons and a second VCR, you can set this VCR to be controlled  
with the VCR2 button. This allows you to control both VCRs from  
one remote.  
0 Exit  
The PREFERENCES menu allows  
changes to be made to a variety of  
different VCR features.  
Auto Play  
With Auto Play turned on (the factory default setting), the VCR  
automatically starts playback when you insert a tape with its safety  
tab removed.  
BRIGHT keeps the display bright whether the VCR is on or  
off.  
DIM keeps the display at a low brightness level whether the  
VCR is on or off.  
Auto TV/VCR  
Auto TV/VCR Controls whether the VCR’s TV/VCR setting changes  
automatically to VCR-viewing mode when turned on,  
Note: Pressing the TVVCR button on the remote control will  
switch between VCR and TV-viewing modes. When in VCR-viewing  
mode, VCR is displayed on the front panel. The VCR indicator turns  
off when in TV-viewing mode.  
EnergySaver  
By default, the VCR automatically turns off after two hours of  
inactivity. When the EnergySaver option is selected this can be  
changed by pressing the 4 button repeatedly to change the time  
delay or to disable the feature altogether.  
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Front Panel  
You can change the brightness level of the VCR’s front panel display. In the PREFERENCES menu, press the 5 button  
repeatedly to toggle between options:  
• AUTO means the display brightens when the VCR is on and dims when the VCR is off.  
• BRIGHT keeps the display bright whether the VCR is on or off.  
• DIM keeps the display at a low brightness level whether the VCR is on or off.  
Tape Speed  
Recording Times  
You can choose a preferred tape speed for recording; either  
Standard Play (SP) or Super Long Play (SLP). The speed selected  
appears on the screen and in timer recording menus.  
Cassette  
T-120  
SP  
SLP  
2 Hr  
6 Hr  
8 Hr  
T-160  
2 Hr/40 Min  
Recording Speeds  
SP (Standard Play)  
Gives the best quality recording, but fewer programs can be  
recorded on the tape.  
SLP (Super Long Play)  
Gives three times the recording time of tapes recorded in SP mode.  
Set Auto Repeat  
You can set the VCR to play the same segment of a tape over and  
over in a repeating loop.  
The Set Auto Repeat menu will ask for a loop end time to be  
specified. To turn off Set Auto Repeat, press the CLEAR button.  
Audio (VR637HF only)  
Your VCR’s audio features can be customized and affect both tape  
playback and recordings.  
AUDIO  
1 Reception:  
STEREO  
2 Tape Playback: HI-FI  
Reception  
You can select the type of audio signal the VCR receives and  
records. Choose from STEREO, MONO, and SAP.  
0 Exit  
Press the 1 button repeatedly to choose the desired setting. STEREO  
is used for normal or stereo broadcast recording. MONO is used if  
the signal is weak or the sound is too noisy. SAP is used to record a  
Second Audio Program, such as a bilingual program.  
Tape Playback  
Tape Playback lets you select what type of audio that is played  
during playback. Choose from HI-FI, LINEAR, and MIX.  
Press the 2 button repeatedly to choose the desired setting. HI-FI is  
used for normal playback. LINEAR is for mono sound, such as a  
Second Audio Program, or a dubbed voice-over. MIX is used to play  
back the sound recorded on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks.  
LANGUAGE  
Select a language.  
Language  
1 English  
2 Español  
3 Français  
Select your preferred language to determine how the on-screen  
displays will appear. The language setting is explained in detail on  
page 8.  
Press MENU to continue  
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Chapter 4: Additional Information  
Troubleshooting  
In this section, you will find answers to common recording, playback, and general VCR questions. Consulting with this  
section first when there is problem may help you answer common questions.  
General VCR Problems  
No power  
Make sure the VCR is plugged into a working outlet.  
Make sure connections between devices are correct and snug.  
The VCR does not respond to the remote control  
To put the remote control in VCR mode, press the VCR button first. The remote control should then operate the  
VCR.  
Make sure there are no objects between the VCR and the remote control.  
The remote might need new batteries.  
Remove the remote control’s batteries for at least one minute, and then put them back in the remote. This resets the  
factory default settings, which may require reprogramming to operate other components.  
The remote control no longer operates an RCA, GE, Proscan, or Scenium TV  
Press the TV button to put the remote control in TV mode. The remote control should then operate the TV.  
Theres poor quality or no picture for normal TV viewing  
If using RF coaxial cables to connect the VCR to the TV, make sure the VCR indicator is not displayed on the VCR’s  
front panel (press the remote control’s TV•VCR button to toggle between VCR and TV-viewing modes).  
If using A/V jacks and cables to connect the VCR to the TV, press the remote control’s INPUT button when in TV  
mode to access the TV’s Video Input Channel.  
Tune the TV to an active channel.  
All cables should be securely inserted and connected to the proper jacks.  
Cannot select channels over 69  
Cable channels over 69 can only be selected if Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA is set to CABLE in the CHANNELS  
menu. Go to page 18 for instructions.  
The timer indicator flashes on the VCR front panel  
The clock is not set. Go to page 9 for instructions.  
Make sure there is a tape in the VCR when a timer recording is set.  
Rewind does not operate  
Make sure the tape isn’t already rewound.  
Make sure the tape isn’t damaged or broken.  
The incorrect time or date is shown  
A power interruption may have occurred and Automatic Clock Set was not turned on or did not work properly.  
Check the time zone and Daylight-Saving settings in the TIME menu.  
Make sure the VCR or cable box is tuned to the time data channel (check with your cable service provider for  
information about time data).  
Auto Clock Set is not supported in all areas or by digital satellite receivers. Set the time and date manually using the  
TIME menu. Go to page 9 for instructions.  
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The time did not adjust for Daylight-Saving Time  
Make sure the Daylight-Saving Time feature is set correctly in the TIME menu.  
The VCR makes noise when it is stopped  
This is normal. The VCR removes the tape from the playheads when stopping. The cylinders inside the VCR will  
continue to rotate for a few minutes after stopping.  
The VCR wont find active channels correctly using the Auto Channel Search feature  
Make sure all cable connections are secure and correct.  
Make sure that Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA, is set correctly in the CHANNELS menu.  
If Detect Automatically was selected for the Signal Type in the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu, try using either  
CABLE TV or ANTENNA instead.  
Auto Channel Search may not be necessary if using a cable box to view all channels. Contact your local cable  
company for more information.  
On-screen menus appear in a foreign language  
Check the LANGUAGE menu to choose a preferred on-screen language.  
Recording Problems  
Will not record  
Make sure there is a recordable tape in the VCR.  
Eject then reinsert the tape.  
Make sure the tape is not broken.  
Make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.  
Make sure the Pro-Tect Plus feature is not active.  
Make sure the tape’s safety tab is intact.  
A timer recording was not made or the wrong program was recorded  
Make sure the program was entered correctly (the wrong channel or times may be entered).  
Make sure the cable box or satellite receiver was turned on when recording was to begin.  
There may have been a power interruption. Reset the time and date.  
Check to see if time and date are correct – including AM/PM.  
Make sure the program did not exceed the tape’s length or that the tape was not rewound beforehand.  
Make sure the VCR was turned off at the time recording started.  
Make sure there was a tape in the VCR with its safety tab intact.  
The VCR ejects tapes when the end is reached during a timer recording.  
Playback Problems  
Snowy or no picture during playback  
Press the remote control’s TV•VCR button to activate VCR mode. VCR appears in the front panel display when active.  
Check the TV channel selected (3 or 4) to make sure it matches the VCR channel output setting.  
Check to make sure the TV’s fine tuning is correct for the channel selected.  
If you use A/V cables and jacks to connect the VCR to the TV, check all connections for snug and correct connections.  
If you are using A/V cables, make sure the TV is set to the Video Input Channel. Go to page 27 for instructions.  
If you are not using A/V cables, make sure the VCR is not in Video Input Channel mode. Press INPUT on the remote control to  
return to normal viewing.  
Try another tape.  
Some snow/streaks are normal during search, stop action, frame advance, and slow-motion playback.  
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Streaks in picture during normal playback  
Press one of the TRACK buttons to move streaks up or down for the best picture.  
Make sure the tape is of good quality and not worn out.  
Time counter not working or time counter not working in search modes  
The time counter does not advance during unrecorded portions of tape. When an unrecorded segment of tape is encountered,  
the time counter will hold its count until recorded material is detected again.  
A minus (–) will appear in front of the time if you rewind the tape farther back than a counter reading of 0:00:00.  
The time counter disappears during search; this is normal.  
Tape wont play  
Make sure there is a tape in the VCR.  
Try ejecting and reinserting the cassette.  
Make sure the tape is not broken.  
Make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY to return to normal playback.  
Check the Pro-Tect Plus™ feature.  
Auto Channel Search doesnt work  
Make sure the antenna connections are secure and correct.  
Make sure the Signal Type: CABLE/ANTENNA feature is set correctly.  
If Detect Automatically was selected for the signal type in the AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH menu, try using either CABLE TV or  
ANTENNA instead.  
May not be necessary if using a cable box for all channels. Contact your local cable company for more information.  
Tape plays back in slow motion  
Press PLAY to return to normal playback.  
Tape with safety tab removed doesnt start playing  
Make sure the AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature is set to ON.  
Time counter disappears during searching  
This is normal.  
There is no stereo sound during playback (VR637HF only)  
Make sure the Tape Playback feature is set to Hi-Fi to hear stereo sound during playback.  
You must connect the VCR to the TV using A/V cables (not provided) to hear true stereo sound during playback. Go to page 5  
for instructions.  
The stereo Audio is too noisy  
The stereo signal is weak. Set the Reception: STEREO/SAP/MONO to MONO (VR637HF only).  
Press either the TRACK – or + button to minimize picture noise.  
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Display Panel  
Clock/Counter Displays current time or time counter.  
Tape In indicator (  
) Appears when a tape is in the VCR.  
.
Timer indicator Appears when an Express Recording (XPR) or timer recording is under way, or when the VCR is set  
for a timer recording and the power is turned off. The timer indicator flashes when a timer recording is set but no tape  
is in the VCR.  
VCR indicator Indicates that the VCR’s tuner is on. Press the TV•VCR button to toggle between VCR and TV  
viewing modes.  
VCR indicator is ON when the picture displayed is from the VCR’s tuner.  
VCR indicator is OFF when the picture displayed is from the TV’s tuner.  
Glossary  
A/V jacks & cables Commonly called “RCA-type” cables. Improves picture and sound quality over RF coaxial  
cables. A/V cables are required for stereo audio. Right audio cables and corresponding jacks are usually color-coded  
red, left audio cables and jacks are white, and video cables and jacks are yellow.  
Commercial Scan A feature that advances the tape 30 seconds of recorded material during playback. Each press  
advances the tape an additional 30 seconds up to five minutes.  
EnergySaver Automatically turns the VCR off after a user-defined period of inactivity.  
Express Recording (XPR) A method of timer recording which tapes for a set period of time using 30- or 60-minute  
increments.  
Pro-Tect PlusAllows the VCR to be disabled so that the front panel and remote control buttons don’t work.  
Useful for protecting timer recordings.  
Initial Setup Guide The on-screen instructions that walk you through several steps the first time you turn on the  
VCR. The Initial Setup Guide is also available in the VCR’s Main Menu.  
SAP (Second Audio Program) A second sound track that may be included with a stereo broadcast. Usually used for  
foreign language dubs of programs (VR637HF only).  
VCR Channels List The active list of channels available to the VCR using the CH +/- buttons.  
XPR See Express Recording above.  
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Limited Warranty  
What your warranty covers:  
Defects in materials or workmanship.  
For how long after your purchase:  
90 days - Unit exchange, with Thomson at no charge.  
91 days to 1 year - Unit exchange, for a payment of $29.95.  
The warranty period for rental units begins with the first rental or 45 days from date of shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes  
first.  
What we will do:  
During the initial 90 days:  
Exchange your defective VCR with a new or, at our option, refurbished unit.  
After the 90 days and within one year:  
Exchange your defective VCR with a new or, at our option, refurbished unit.  
We will charge you a flat handling fee of $29.95 to replace your defective VCR.  
How to get service:  
During the initial 90 days:  
Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the  
original carton and packing materials.  
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty  
period must be included to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. The unit will be  
returned to you if you fail to include this information.  
Print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to:  
Thomson multimedia Inc.  
Attn: VCR Warranty  
11721 B Alameda Avenue  
Socorro, Texas 79927  
Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or loss en route to Thomson.  
Pay any charges billed to you by Thomson for service not covered by the warranty.  
A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.  
After 90 days and within one year:  
Call 317-415-4909 and arrange to pay the $29.95 handling fee. It can be paid by credit card (Discover, Visa, or MasterCard),  
certified check, or money order.  
Once payment has been arranged, you will be provided with a Service Request (SR) number. No returns will be accepted  
without the SR number.  
Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc., which were originally provided with the product. We recommend using the  
original carton and packing materials.  
Write the SR number on the outside of the carton used to return the unit.  
Proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipted invoice which is evidence that the product is within the warranty  
period must be included to obtain warranty service. For rental firms, proof of first rental is also required. The unit will be  
returned to you if you fail to include this information.  
Print your name and address and a description of the defect. Send via standard UPS or its equivalent to:  
Thomson multimedia Inc.  
Attn: VCR Warranty  
11721 B Alameda Avenue  
Socorro, Texas 79927  
Insure your shipment for loss or damage. Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage or loss en route to Thomson.  
Pay any charges billed to you by Thomson for service not covered by the warranty.  
A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to you freight prepaid.  
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Chapter 4: Additional Information  
What your warranty does not cover:  
Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual describes how to install, adjust, and operate your VCR. Any additional information  
should be obtained from your dealer.)  
Installation and setup service adjustments.  
Batteries.  
Cleaning of audio / video heads.  
Damage from misuse or neglect.  
Products which have been modified or incorporated into other products.  
Products purchased or serviced outside the U.S.A.  
Acts of nature, such as but not limited to lightning damage.  
Product Registration:  
Please complete and mail the Product Registration Card packed with your unit. It will make it easier to contact you should it  
ever be necessary. The return of the card is not required for warranty coverage.  
Limitation of Warranty:  
THE WARRANTY STATED ABOVE IS THE ONLY WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO THIS PRODUCT. ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,  
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED (INCLUDING ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR  
PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. NO VERBAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION GIVEN BY THOMSON MULTIMEDIA  
INC., ITS AGENTS OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A GUARANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS  
WARRANTY.  
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER.  
THOMSON MULTIMEDIA INC. SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING  
FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON  
THIS PRODUCT. THIS DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES AND LIMITED WARRANTY ARE GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE  
STATE OF INDIANA. EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT PROHIBITED BY APPLICABLE LAW, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ON THIS PRODUCT IS LIMITED TO THE APPLICABLE  
WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE.  
How state law relates to this warranty:  
Some states do not allow the exclusion nor limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an  
implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you also may have other rights that vary from state to state.  
If you purchased your product outside the U.S.A:  
This warranty does not apply. Contact your dealer for warranty information.  
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Chapter 4: Additional Information  
How to Find Your TVs Video Input Channel  
You must tune your TV to the video input channel if you are using the VCR’s Audio/Video (A/V) OUT jacks  
to connect to the TV’s A/V input jacks. You must select the TV’s video input channel before you can see  
the VCR’s menus, the cable/antenna reception, and the content that’s on a tape.  
The video input channel for TVs varies by brand and model. Below are some steps to try to find your TV’s  
video input channel:  
If your TV brand is RCA, GE, Proscan, or Scenium, press  
the TV button on the VCR’s remote control, then press the  
INPUT button.  
VCR  
TV  
ON•OFF  
INFO  
GUIDE  
SPEED  
If those options do not work, try the following ideas. You  
might access the video input channel by:  
CLEAR  
SEARCH  
GO BACK  
MENU  
Pressing a button on the TV’s remote control (see the table  
below).  
TV button  
Selecting a specific channel from the TV’s on-screen menu  
system (see the table below).  
VOL  
CH  
MUTE  
Tuning directly to the video input channel by selecting a  
specific channel number (see the table below)  
TRACK  
Going through all available channels by pressing the  
channel up or down buttons on the TV or its remote  
control.  
ANTENNA  
INPUT  
PLAY  
STOP  
REV  
FWD  
REC  
PAUSE  
INPUT button  
Video Input Channel Variations  
Button/Switch  
on the TV  
Button on the  
TV Remote  
Channel  
Number  
VIDEO  
SIGNAL  
VID 1  
VID 1  
LINE  
VID  
00  
90  
91  
VID 2  
S-VID  
S-VIDEO  
VIDEO  
S-VID  
INPUT  
S-VIDEO  
SOURCE  
AUX  
92  
93  
VID 1  
VID 2  
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Index  
SAP 20  
A
I
SEARCH button 15  
Set time and date 17  
Set Time Zone 17  
Set up  
cable box 9, 18  
Daylight-saving 17  
tape speed feature 20  
Setup 19  
Audio 20  
Index search 15  
Indicators (display panel) 24  
INFO button 16  
Audio/Video (A/V) jacks 9  
Audio/video cables 4  
Auto Channel Search 18  
Auto clock feature 17  
Auto Play 10, 19  
INPUT button 12, 27  
L
Auto TV/VCR 19  
Automatic rewind 10  
Language 20  
Limited warranty 25  
Locking feature 15  
Signal type 18  
Speed  
B
SLP 20  
SP 20  
Basic recording 10  
M
SPEED button 10, 13  
Speeds, recording 20  
Stereo 20  
Mono 20  
MUTE button 11  
C
Cable box setup 9, 18  
Cables  
STOP button 10, 12, 13  
N
Audio/Video 4  
coaxial 4  
T
Number buttons 11  
Tab, safety 10  
positioning 3  
O
Tape eject 10  
Channel buttons 11, 18  
Channels, adding/removing 18  
CLEAR button 11, 15  
Clock display 24  
Coaxial cable 4  
Tape Playback 20  
Tape speeds 20  
Time 17  
Time counter 16  
Time counter display 16  
Time display on TV 16  
Timer programs  
clearing 14  
ON•OFF button 15  
Overheating 3  
P
Commercial Scan 12, 24  
Connections 5  
PAUSE button 10, 12  
PLAY button 10, 12  
POWER button 10  
Power surges 3  
Preferences 19  
Pro-Tect Plus 15  
D
reviewing 14  
Timer recording 14  
stopping 14  
Display panel 24  
Displays, on screen 16  
TRACK buttons 10, 12  
Troubleshooting 21  
TV button 12, 27  
TV•VCR button 19  
E
R
EJECT button 10  
EnergySaver feature 19  
Express Recording (XPR) 13  
Reception 20  
RECORD button 10, 13  
Recording  
V
basic 10  
Express (XPR) 13  
speeds 20  
timer 14  
F
VCR  
connecting 5  
Front Panel 20  
FWD button 10, 16  
VCR indicator 24  
VCR Output Channel 19  
VCR viewing channel 10  
Video Input Channel 27  
VOL+/- button 12  
Remote 11  
Remote Control 19  
Removing/adding channels 18  
REV button 10  
Reviewing timer programs 14  
Rewind, automatic 10  
G
Glossary 24  
GO BACK button 11  
Go-To Search 15  
W
Warranty 25  
H
S
Hi-Fi 20  
Safety tab 10, 19  
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Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only  
add delays in service for your product.  
Thomson multimedia Inc.  
10330 North Meridian Street  
Indianapolis, IN 46290  
©2002 Thomson multimedia Inc.  
Trademark(s)® Registered  
Marca(s) Registrada(s)  
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