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- Page 2 Please fill out the product registration card and return Keep your sales receipt to obtain warranty numbers in case you need them. The numbers are located on the back of the product. VR634HF Model No. Serial No. Purchase Date: Dealer/Address/Phone: VCRPlus+,AIISet, and PluJCodeare registeied trademarks of Gemster Development Corporation, The VCRPlus+ System is manufactured under the license from Gemstar Development Corporation.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Time and Date ... Auto clock set feature Setting the time zone ... Setting Daylight-saving Setting time and date VCR Plus+ Silver Programming Mapping VCR Plus+ System Channels VCR Plus+ System Worksheet Additional Setup Features Remote VCR1/VCR2 Option Auto Play ... - Page 4 Reception Tape Playback Connections Connecting the VCR to the TV ... Selecting Jacks and Cables ... RF jacks and coaxial AN jacks and cables (RCA-type) Choosing the right VCR Connection Advantages of AN TV with RF jack only ... TV with AN jacks ...
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Page 5: Things First
The final sections of this manual contain playback and recording information, a detailed connections section, and a reference section including troubleshooting warranty information, and an index. NEW VCR... with as little reading as needed in the first with these tips,... - Page 6 STEP 3: CONNECT If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable system and then to your TV, use the VCR's ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks for a good signal as shown to the right. if you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use the jacks for a better connection.
- Page 7 Press POWER on the VCR's front panel or the VCR button remote control to turn on the VCR. The first time you turn the VCR on, a menu screen appears. This is the start of an initial set up which helps you set different options for your VCR.
- Page 8 • Make sure the VCR indicator connected your VCR using the ANT. IN and RF OUT jacks. • Check your connections. If you chose to set up your VCR options individually, the next section. STEP 8: ACCESSING The MENU and number buttons your VCR's preferences.
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Page 9: Settingupthevcr
Time setup using Auto Clock Set feature* -or- Manually setting time and date* VCR Plus+ channel list setup* Remote VCR I/VCR2 featu re Auto Play feature EnergySaver feature Front panel brightness feature Preferred tape speed feature * Features handled during the VCR'I initial setup SETTINGUPTHEVCR ¥... -
Page 10: Using On-Screen Menus To Set Up Features
USING ON-SCREEN TO SET UP FEATURES You can set up your VCR's features by using the remote control's buttons to enter your choices from on-screen instructions. Each menu item is explained You can set up features individually Each feature that appears in the initial set up is explained this section as well as a few others you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR. -
Page 11: Cable Box Setup
Cancel setup If you selected ALL channels, enter the output channel of your cable box (usually 03 or 04), or press iNPUT for the VCR's video line input ]f you use AUDIO/VIDEO jacks. When finished, press MENU. enter the... -
Page 12: Vcr Channels List
VCR CHANNELS LIST If you use a cable box for all channels, this step is not necessary. Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory, but you may want to add or delete some channels depending whether they are active. -
Page 13: Changing The Signal Type
The VCR begins scanning for the available channels--this takes about one to two minutes. When the scan is complete, the VCR tunes to the lowest channel number. At this point, pressing CHAN up or down on the remote control or VCR should only select the active channels. -
Page 14: Adding Or Removing Channels
INFO to add. TIME DATE The VCR gives you two ways to set the time and date: the Auto Clock Feature or manually. The Auto Clock Feature enables the VCR to update the clock each time the VCR is turned... -
Page 15: Settingthe Time Zone
Select your time zone, then press MENU to continue. If you chose Automatic for your time zone, the VCR sets the clock using the first Coordinated Universal Time information the time is not correct, select another time zone or manually set the time and date through the menu system. -
Page 16: Setting Time And Date Manually
Select one of the options and then press MENU to continue. • DST stands for "Daylight Saving Time." • If you chose Automatic, the VCR sets the clock using the DST information broadcast in the signal (channel). SE'n'ING TIME DATE MANUALLY If the Auto Clock Set was unsuccessful, set the clock through TiME menu. -
Page 17: Vcr Plus+ Silver Programming System
During the one-time QuickSet Guide set up, the VCR prompts you to enter your zip code. Soon after, the VCR clock will set itself and, overnight, the VCR Plus+ SILVER system will input a channel list for you. -
Page 18: Mapping Vcr Plus+ System Channels
MAPPING VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM Using the VCR Plus+ system can make programming recordings for cable or off-air antenna easier, but you have to put in a little time right now to set up a channel list. A worksheet abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the United States and Canada are provided. -
Page 19: Vcr Plus+ System Worksheet
VCR PLUS+ SYSTEM WORKSHEET Broadcast or VCR Plus+ System Cable-TV Channel Number** Station Name ESPN *Check your local or cable listings for the channel number **Check your local listings for broadcastor VCRPlus+channel number assigned. Channel Number You Receive the Two-Digit... -
Page 20: Additional Setup Features
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up. REMOTE VCRI/VCR2 If you own a compatible RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that has a VCR2, VCR2.LD, or VCR2.DVD button, set this VCR to respond to that button. In the PREFERENCESmenu, press 1 to select REMOTE CONTROL. -
Page 21: Auto Play
"The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. Press any key to cancel." If you use the VCR's tuner instead of your TV to tune channels, you may want to turn this feature remote to start playing a tape... -
Page 22: Front Panel Brightness (Vcr Display)
PANEL BRIGHTNESS You can change the brightness level of the fluorescent panel on the front of the VCR. In the PREFERENCESmenu, press 4 to switch between the options. • AUTO brightens the display when the VCR is on and dims the display when the VCR is off. - Page 23 When a duration time has been set: The VCR will automatically switch to rewind if the counter meets or goes past the Auto Repeat set duration. The VCR will automatically switch to playback during rewind if the counter equals or is less than 0:00.
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Page 25: Vcr Basics
This section shows you the basics of using yourVCR. It discusses things like using the remote control, playing a tape, and recording programs. ¥ VCR BASICS to know in order to watch a movie or I VCR Basicstells you what you need tape your favorite show. -
Page 26: Remote Buttons
REMOTE BUTTONS The remote control is capable of controlling brands of televisions. If you have an RCA, GE, or PROSCAN TV, you may be able to control it without remote. COMPONENT BUTTONS ON.OFF Turns off VCR when remote is set to contro) the VCR,... -
Page 27: Tv Function Buttons
Starts slow motion speed. such as record, playback, level. up to 99 by pressing over 99 by pressing Continued on Next Page TV Buttons The TV buttons may not control all features of all models of RCA, GE, and ProScan TVs. -
Page 28: Playing A Tape
VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV. PLAYI NG A TAPE Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV's video input- see page 68 for more abo_ Press the VCR button on the remote control to switch to VCR viewing mode (The front panel display will indicate "VCR"). -
Page 29: Recording
No matter which recording option sure there is a tape in the VCR, and that the tape's safety tab is in place. You cannot record on a tape with the safety tab removed. If the safety tab is removed and you want to record over it, simply cover the hole with vinyl tape. -
Page 31: Recording
Recording Features on yourVCR include: Recording (explained in the VCR Basics section) Express Recording (XPR) Timer Recording Timer Recording with theVCR Plus+ Programming System Broadcast Stereo or... -
Page 32: Express Recording (Xpr)
Length Each time you press the RECORD button, recording time (up to 4 hours). The VCR continues to record for the amount of time you indicate, and then automatically To stop an express recording, press and hold STOP for three seconds. -
Page 33: Timer Recording
The TIMER indicator appears in the display when you turn off the VCR and a timer recording has been set. It flashes if there is no tape in the VCR. When recording from a cable box or satellite receiver, turn on that unit and tune it to the channel you want AM or PM}. -
Page 34: Timer Recording With Vcr Plus
RECORDING WITH PROGRAM GUIDE SYSTEM You can use the VCR Plus+ system code numbers to simplify timer programming if you have cable TV and don't receive all channels through a cable box, or if you receive your TV signal off-air. - Page 35 The TIMER indicator appears in the display when you turn off the VCR and a timer recording has been set. it flashes if there is no tape in the VCR. PROGRAMS OVERLAP appears if you have entered two programs where the times overlap.
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Page 36: Reviewing And Clearing Programs
OR SAP (SECOND Some TV programs are broadcast with stereo audio or SAP (Second Audio Program). Turn on the TV and tune it to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV's video input). RECORDING in progress (even an for three seconds. -
Page 37: Recording Audio Only
RECORDING AUDIO You can record audio only from another to the AUDIO IN (R and L) jacks on the back or front of the VCR. Press the INPUT button on the remote to select the line input (L1 or L2). Select (L1) to record from the back jacks or (L2) to record from the front jacks. -
Page 38: Copying And Editing Tapes
VCR. Connect the VCRs using the diagram Turn on both VCRs and TV. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing video input). (See page 68 for more information) If you are using coaxial cables for the connection, recording VCR to channel 3 or 4--the... -
Page 39: Program The Remote
CONTROL YOUR TELEVISION The remote can be programmed to control a television as well as theVCR. This remote can automatically control RCA, GE, and PROSCAN TVs. Other manufacturer's brands need to be programmed. ¥ ¥ PROGRAM THE REMOTE ¥... -
Page 40: About Programming The Remote
"TV Function Buttons" in the VCR Basics Section for details. THE REMOTE to control other brands or receivers, and cable to operate most RCA, GE, and satellite receivers. on the remote. and then to see which buttons operate This remote may not operate all models of the brands that are shown. -
Page 41: Tv Codes
Proton ... Daytron ... Electrohome ... 06,12 Quasar ... Emerson ... Radio Shack ... 01,05,13 Envision ... 05,06 RCA ... 01,06,12 Realistic ... Fisher ... 05,08 GE ... 00,01,06,11 Sampo ... Goldstar ... 06,12 Samsung ... 06,09,12 Hallmark ... 06 Sanyo ... -
Page 43: Other Features
FEATURES TO ENHANCE VCR OPERATION Commercial • • Advance Movie •• Advance Picture Search Options Tracking Pro-Tect Plus Locking Time Counter On-Screen Displays Audio Reception Audio Playback OTH ER FEATURES ¥... -
Page 44: Commercial Advance
For more information, About COMMERCIAL I_1_ ADVANCE " in the Reference section. All of the COMMERCIAL _,_,ADVANCE features are accessed through the Commercial Advance menu. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. MAIN MENU PLus+ Timer gecodings... -
Page 45: Marking
Mark them Mark them later Don't mark commercials will begin marking seconds,.. Select OFF and the VCR will not mark the commercials. ,, ADVANCE MARKING ON or OFF. within types of Recording mark commercials after the... -
Page 46: Playback
Select MANUAL and the VCR won't advance through blocks of marked commercials If you press SEARCH during playback of material other than commercials, the VCR advances to the end of the next "marked" commercial block and resumes playback. The VCR resumes playback when it reaches the end of the marked commercials. -
Page 47: Movie Advance
Pressing 2 or 3 gives the same response and takes you to a different search feature, if you accidentally selection, press STOP.EJECT on the VCR (STOP on remote) and reinsert the tape. PressSEARCH. If you press 1, the MOVIE ADVANCE menu appears. ADVANCE... - Page 48 Once a preview isfinished, p ressing SEARCH finds the beginning of the next available p review, screen appears with the following screen is displayed: screen appears with the VCR cues it and begins Preview Search Note Any time during the preview search mode, pressing SEARCH will reverse...
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Page 49: Picture Search Options
Press FWD to increase or REVto decrease the speed of the search. Use TRACKING up or down to remove any streaks from the picture. Press PLAY to return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion few minutes. FRAME... -
Page 50: Index Search
During playback you can locate the program by the number of index marks or by scanning. The VCR will search forward or reverse from the location you are on the tape-... -
Page 51: Tracking
PRO-TECT PLUS LOCKING To disable the usage of the VCR, or to protect your timer recordings, you can lock the VCR so that the buttons on the VCR or remote won't work. • To Lock: Press and hold the VCR button on the remote for approximately six seconds. -
Page 52: On-Screen Displays
ON-SCREEN DISPLAYS The INFO button shows the status of the VCR (STOP, PLAY, RECORD, etc.), channel number, time counter, date, time, and tape speed on the TV screen. The date and time must be set before they can be displayed. -
Page 53: Reception
Select SAP to record a Second Audio Program instead of normal audio on both the Hi-Fi and linear tracks. TAPE PLAYBACK The VCR records the same audio on both Hi-Fi and linear tracks on the tape. Hi-Fi sound is recorded on a separate left and right stereo channels. Monaural sound is recorded on the linear track. -
Page 55: Connections
THINGS TO KNOW CONNECTING COMPONENTS PROTECT YOUR COMPONENTS POWER SURGES Connect all components before plugging any power cords into the wall outlet. Always turn off theTV and other components before you connect or disconnect any cables. POSITION CABLES CORRECTLY AUDIO INTERFERENCE Insert all cable plugs firmly into their jacks. -
Page 56: Connecting The Vcr To The Tv
These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled ANT. IN and RF OUT. The coaxial cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR's RF OUT jack and your TV's antenna input. -
Page 57: Choosing The Rightvcr Connection
CHOOSING RIGHTVCR There are several different ways to connect your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable service, if you have a cable box to see this service, whether some of the cable channels are scrambled, and so on Three connectionsaredescribedinthissection and one of them should provideyou with a VCR connectionthatworks. -
Page 58: Tv With Rf Jack Only
Return to First Things First, then follow USING THIS CONNECTION Tune your TV to channel 3 or 4, whichever with the 3 CH. 4 switch on the back of the VCR. TO PLAY A TAPE: Insert atape If necessary, press PLAY. -
Page 59: Tv With An Jacks
• Your television has audio/video THIS CONNECTION PROVIDES: • Hi-Fi stereo sound playback from VCR • Record one channel while watching using a cable box for all channels) TO USE THIS CONNECTION, YOU MUST HAVE: • (1) coaxial cable for cable/antenna cable box •... -
Page 60: Tv With A/V Jacks And A Cable Box To Unscramble Pay Channels Only
You are using a cable box only to unscramble channels • Your TV has audio/video input jacks THIS CONNECTION PROVIDES: • Hi-Fi stereo sound playback from the VCR • Recording a scrambled or unscrambled cable box while watching an unscrambled TO USE THIS CONNECTION, • (3) coaxial cables •... -
Page 61: References
This section gives you some additional information about theVCR, including a description and displays. You will also find the section, TroubleshootingTips, and a question and answer section about COMMERCIAL ADVANCE in thisAppendix.These areas might help resolve some of those simple problems. Finally,this section of the manual also contains your warranty information. -
Page 62: Front Panel Description
Sensor Receives signals from the remote control. Aim the remote at this sensor. REV Rewinds the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture in reverse during Starts slow motion during play-pause and decreases slow-motion TAPE SPEED Selects a recording STOP.EJECT Stops the normal functions... -
Page 63: Display Panel Description
Channel Number or Line Input Indicator to a channel. The line indicator (L1 or L2) appears when the VCR's line input is selected. Select L1 to record from the back jacks, L2 to record from the front jacks. Time The current time appears. Only an AM indicator for PM. -
Page 64: Back Panel Description
BACK PANEL DESCRIPTION CH. 3/4 Switch Selects the channel to which you will tune the TV to see the VCR picture if you connect the VCR using one of the basic hookups. AUDIO (R and L) and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals... -
Page 65: Troubleshooting Tips
Check to make sure it is plugged Check to make sure your connections VCR DOES NOT RESPOND TO REMOTE • Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote. • The batteries may need changing. Make sure the Remote VCR1NCR2 setting... - Page 66 Check to make sure VCR Plus+ setup was completed WILL RECORD Check to make sure the safety tab is intact. • Check to make sure the VCR is not in the line mode. Press LNPUT on the remote. CLOCK SHOWS INCORRECTTIME • Power interruption.
- Page 67 Check to make sure the AUTO PLAY ON/OFF feature is set to ON. TIMER ((_)) INDICATOR FLASHES • The clock is not set. Check to make sure there is a cassette in the VCR when a timer recording is set. TIME COUNTER DISAPPEARS DURING This is normal.
- Page 68 • Cassette must have safety tab removed and be recorded • Home Recording was selected for the tape type in the menu. Eject cassette and reinsert. VCR FORWARDS TH ROUGH MOMENTARILY DISPLAYS A BLUE SCREEN DURING PLAYBACK. • Commercial Advance Playback feature is set to AUTO. Set it to MANUAL.
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Page 69: Questions And Answers About Commercial Advance
HAPPENS IF THE MARKING Marking can be interrupted to allow use of the VCR. Marking will resume again when the VCR's power is turned off as long as the tape has not been ejected from the VCR. DOES COMMERCIAL_'ADVANCE Yes, COMMERCtAL'_ADVANCE works in SP and SLP. -
Page 70: Specifications
*Check your cable company's compatibility CLEANING THE VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents, Avoid excessive use of oil-based furniture... -
Page 71: Finding Your Tv's Video Input Channel
The Video Channel on TVs varies for different different models. Below are some steps to try: • If your TV brand is RCA, GE, or PROSCAN, press the TV button on the remote control that came with the VCR. Then press the INPUT button on the remote. -
Page 72: Limited Warranty
WHAT WE WI LL DO: • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center the labor charges to repair your VCR. • Pay any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center for the new or, at our option, repair your VCR. -
Page 73: Index
24, 25 clearing programs COMMERCIAL ADVANCE 42, 43, 44 questions and answers component buttons connecting your VCR 4, 54 connections cable TV with A/V jacks TV with AN jacks, cable box TV with RF jack only VCRs 36 copying/editing tapes... - Page 74 PAUSE button 25, 27 pause the tape picture search options PLAY button 25, 26, 60 PLAY,PAUSE button playing a tape plugging in the VCR 4 POWER button 26, 60 power surges Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature problem solving 63, 64, 65, 66...
- Page 75 VCR button VCR channel list 9 VCR, cleaning VCR indicator 35, 61 VCR MAIN MENU VCR Plus+ worksheet for channels VCR Plus+ channel list Canada VCR Plus+ GOLD Programming System VCR viewing channel VOL buttons 26, 38 Warranty XPR (express recording)
- Page 80 If your VCR needs service, please contact your dealer or the nearest service center from the yellow pages. Please do not send any products to the Indianapolis manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.