VCR User's Guide Changing Entertainment. Again. VR546/VR637HF Important Information WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or moisture. Caution: To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN. (or back). No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. This symbol indicates "dangerous voltage" inside the product that presents a risk of electric shock or personal injury. This symbol indicates important instructions accompanying the product. CAUTION Caution: To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of plug to wide slot, fully insert. Attention: Pour éviter les chocs électriques, introduire la lame la plus large de la fiche dans la borne correspondante de la prise et pousser jusqú au fond. Refer to the identification/rating label located on the back panel of your product for its proper operating voltage. FCC Regulations state that unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment may void the user's authority to operate it. Cable TV Installer: This reminder is provided to call your attention to Article 820-40 of the National Electrical Code (Section 54 of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1) which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building as close to the point of cable entry as practical. Product Registration Please fill out the product registration card and return it immediately. Returning the card allows us to contact you if needed. Product Information Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty parts and service and for proof of purchase. Attach it here and record the serial and model numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product. Model No. ____________________________________________________________________________ Serial No. ____________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Date: ________________________________________________________________________ Dealer/Address/Phone: ________________________________________________________________ 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 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Auto Clock Set ................................................................................................................................................. Set Time Zone .................................................................................................................................................. Set Daylight-Saving ......................................................................................................................................... Auto Channel Search ....................................................................................................................................... Add/Remove Channels .................................................................................................................................... Signal Type ....................................................................................................................................................... Cable Box Setup ............................................................................................................................................... VCR Output Channel ....................................................................................................................................... 17 17 17 17 18 18 18 19 19 Channels ............................................................................................................................................... 18 1 Table of Contents Chapter 3: On-Screen Menus (Continued) Preferences ........................................................................................................................................... 19 Remote Control ............................................................................................................................................... Auto Play .......................................................................................................................................................... Auto TV/VCR .................................................................................................................................................... EnergySaver ..................................................................................................................................................... Front Panel ....................................................................................................................................................... Tape Speed ....................................................................................................................................................... Set Auto Repeat .............................................................................................................................................. 19 19 19 19 20 20 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 TV's Video Input Channel ..................................................................................... 27 Index ..................................................................................................................................................... 28 2 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 Safe ...