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Page 2: Important 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. VR540 Model No. Serial No. Purchase Date:... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Recording ... 25 Recording Features ... 26 Express Recording (XPR) ... 26 Timer Recording ... 27 Timer Recording with VCR Plus+ ... 28 Setting Up the Channel List... 28 Using VCR Plus+... 28 Stopping a Timer Recording ... 30 Reviewing and Clearing Programs ... 30... - Page 4 Connecting Your VCR ... 44 Jacks and Cables ... 44 RF Jacks and Antenna Cables (F-type) ... 44 Choosing a VCR Connection ... 45 Advantages of Audio/Video Cable Connections... 45 TV With RF Jack Only ... 46 TV With Audio/Video Jacks ... 47 TV with Audio/Video Jacks and Cable Box to Unscramble Pay Channels Only ...
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Page 5: First Things First
Read the First Three sections The first three sections of the manual introduce you to your VCR, and show you how to set the VCR up and use the on-screen menus. Reading these sections gives you the basic information you need to use your VCR. - Page 6 STEP 3: Connect your vcr If you connect your VCR to your home antenna or cable system and then to your TV, use the VCR’s IN FROM ANT. and OUT TO TV jacks for a good signal as shown. If you have a TV with AUDIO/VIDEO jacks, use these jacks for better picture and sound quality.
- Page 7 First Things First STEP 5: TUNe THE TV Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel. The VCR viewing channel is channel 3 or 4 or the TV’s video input. • If you connect your VCR using the ANTENNA connectors with RF antenna cable, set the 3CH.4 switch to channel 3 or...
- Page 8 The MENU and number buttons let you access, select, and change menu items. For example, to change the Auto Play setting, you would do the following: 1. Press MENU to bring up the VCR MAIN MENU. VCR MAIN MENU 1 VCR Plus+...
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Page 9: Setting Up The Vcr
Setting Up the VCR Set-Up Features Below is a list of features that you may want to set up before you begin using your VCR for the first time. • Select a language • Set up VCR channel list (AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH) •... -
Page 10: Using The Menu To Set Up Features
Setting Up the VCR USING THE MENU to set up features You can change the setup of the VCR’s features using the menu system. Each feature is explained in this section. language Select your preferred language, and the on-screen displays will appear in that language. -
Page 11: All Channels
(usually 3, 4, or Video) Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU to continue Once you complete the setup, the VCR confirms that Cable Box Setup is complete. CABLE BOX SETUP The VCR will now receive all signals from the cable box on channel 04. -
Page 12: Vcr Channels List
Setting Up the VCR VCR CHANNELS LIST Your VCR may come with a channel list preset at the factory. Even though your VCR may come with a list, it’s possible that you may want to add or eliminate some channels depending on whether they are active. -
Page 13: To Change The Signal Type
To Change the Signal Type 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. 2. Press 4 to display the CHANNELS menu. 3. Press 3 to change the SIGNAL TYPE between CABLE and ANTENNA. -
Page 14: Time And Date
Select ON if you want the VCR’s clock to automatically adjust for daylight-saving time. • Select OFF if you do not want the VCR’s clock to adjust for daylight-saving time. Set the Time and Date 1. Press MENU to display the VCR MAIN MENU. -
Page 15: Vcr Plus+ Channels
Press MENU to set VCR PLUS+ CHANNELS Using VCR Plus+ can make programming timer 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 and abbreviated codes for typical cable services in the U.S. - Page 16 3 Signal Type: CABLE 4 VCR Plus+ Channel List 5 Cable Box Setup 0 Exit 3. Press 4 to display the VCR PLUS+ CHANNEL LIST screen. VCR+ Channel My Channel 3 -> -> -> Use CH+/- to select Press 0-9 to change Press MENU to save 4.
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Page 17: Vcr Plus+ Worksheet
Number** Name ESPN *Check your local or cable listing for the channel number you receive this station on. **Check your local listing for broadcast or VCR Plus+ channel number assigned. Channel Number You Receive the Station On* Two-Digit VCR Plus+ Channel... -
Page 18: What's Next-Additional Set-Up Features In The Preferences Menu
Now you are ready to select an item from the menu to set up. REMOTE VCR1/VCR2 Option If you own a compatible RCA, GE, or ProScan remote that has a VCR2, VCR2•LD, or DVD•VCR2 button, this feature allows you to set this VCR to respond to that button. -
Page 19: Auto Play
3 to switch between ON and OFF. • Select ON if you want the VCR to switch to the VCR mode when the VCR is turned on or a cassette is inserted. This only applies if you connect the IN FROM ANT. and OUT TO TV jacks of your VCR and TV and watch your VCR on channel 3 or 4 of your TV. -
Page 20: Energysaver Tm
OFF: The VCR will remain turned on until you shut it off. • 1:00, 2:00, or 3:00: The VCR turns off after one, two, or three hours of inactivity. Thirty seconds before shutting off, the VCR will warn you with a screen reading, “The VCR will turn off in 30 seconds. -
Page 21: Vcr Basics
VCR BAsICS learn the basics To get you started These VCR basics should be enough for you to begin enjoying your VCR. Learning the remote control functions, playing a recorded tape, and recording a program should do just that. However, there are other features that enhance the enjoyment of your VCR, but they aren’t necessary to get you started. -
Page 22: Remote Buttons
(if programmed) and sets the remote to control the cable box. TV Turns on a compatible RCA, ProScan, or GE TV and sets the remote to control the TV. Also used with the POWER button to turn on a different brand of TV (if programmed) and sets the remote to control the TV. -
Page 23: Tv Function Buttons
BACK to switch between the two channels. INFO Shows the TV’s status displays on the TV screen. MUTE Reduces volume to minimum level. TV Buttons The TV buttons may not control all features of all models of RCA, ProScan and GE TVs. -
Page 24: Playing A Tape
SLOW + and – Used with some TV menus to select and adjust features. VOL Up and Down Raises and lowers sound of TV. Playing a Tape 1. Tune the TV to your VCR viewing channel (3, 4, or TV’s video input). 2. Insert a tape in the VCR. POWER STOP ¥... -
Page 25: Automatic Rewind
Check the Safety Tab No matter which recording option you use, you need to make 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. -
Page 27: Recording
RECORDING SEVERAL recording OPTIONS Now that you’ve gone through the necessary steps to operate your VCR, I’ll explain the different recording features that are available to suit your needs. Recording Features: • Recording (explained in VCR Basics section) • Express Recording •... -
Page 28: Recording Features
Each time you press the RECORD button, you add 30 minutes to the recording time (up to 4 hours). The VCR continues to record for the amount of time you indicate, and then automatically turns off. To stop an express recording, press and hold STOP on the remote (STOP•EJECT on the VCR) for a few seconds, or press... -
Page 29: Timer Recording
The data includes the channel number (press INPUT to select the line input), start time including AM or PM, and end time. The start date is automatically entered based on the VCR clock. Both the date and speed can be changed. -
Page 30: Timer Recording With Vcr Plus
TV Show’s PlusCode number fond in most TV and cable listings. Setting Up the Channel List If you did not set up the VCR Plus+ channel list, you can do it now. 1. Display the CHANNELS menu from the VCR MAIN MENU. - Page 31 RECORDING 3. Enter the VCR PlusCode number shown in your local television programming guide. VCR PLUS+ Enter PlusCode Number (From TV listing) 12876 Press CLEAR to correct Press MENU when done 4. Press MENU to enter the VCR PlusCode number.
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Page 32: Stopping A Timer Recording
VCR), or press STOP (STOP•EJECT) three times within 5 seconds. REVIEWING AND CLEARING PROGRAMS To review programs that you have already set up: 1. Press 2 when the VCR MAIN MENU is displayed to display the TIMER RECORDINGS menu. TIMER RECORDINGS 1 Create a New Program 2 Review Existing Progs. -
Page 33: Using Two Vcrs For Copying And Editing Tapes
Use one VCR as the playback VCR and the other as the recording VCR. 1. Turn on the TV and VCRs. 2. Tune the TV to the VCR viewing channel (either 3, 4, or TV’s video input). 3. If you connected your VCR using the ANTENNA jacks, tune recording VCR to channel 3 or 4—the one selected on the... - Page 34 RECORDING...
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Page 35: Programming The Remote
The remote can be programmed to control a television and satellite receiver or cable box. It is initially programmed to control an RCA, GE, or ProScan TV and satellite receiver. Other manufacturers’ brands need to be programmed. First things first... -
Page 36: About Programming The Remote
The remote can be programmed to control other brands or remote controllable TVs, digital satellite receivers, and cable boxes. It is already programmed to operate most RCA, ProScan, and GE televisions and digital satellite receivers. Programming the Remote to Control... -
Page 37: Tv Codes
Philips ... 03,04,06,12 Pioneer ... 06 Portland ... 06,12 ProScan ... 01 Proton... 06 Quasar ... 11 Radio Shack ... 01,05,13 RCA ... 01,06,12 Realistic ... 05 Sampo... 06 Samsung ... 06,09,12 Sanyo ... 05,08 Sears ... 01,05,06,07, 08,10,12 Sharp ... 06,13 Sony ... -
Page 38: Programming The Remote To Control A Digital Satellite Receiver Or Cable Box
Programming the Remote Programming the Remote to Control a DIGITAL Satellite Receiver or Cable Box The remote is programmed to control an RCA, GE, or ProScan digital satellite receiver. If you have another brand of cable box or digital satellite receiver with its own remote, you may be able to use the VCR’s... -
Page 39: Other Features
OTHER FEATURES features to enhance VCR operation • Picture Search Options • Pro-Tect Plus™ Locking • Time Counter • On-Screen Displays • Tracking First things first Setting Up the VCR VCR Basics recording PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE OTHER FEATURES Connections... -
Page 40: Picture Search Options
3. Use the + and - or FWD and REV buttons to speed up or slow down slow motion playback. 4. Press PLAY on the remote (PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR) to return to normal playback. The VCR switches automatically from slow-motion playback to stop after a few minutes. -
Page 41: Frame Advance
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 on the tape. -
Page 42: Zero Search
Pro-Tect Plus Locking Feature 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 either the remote’s POWER or OFF button. -
Page 43: Time Counter
1. Press INFO to see the on-screen displays. 2. Press INFO again to have only the time counter remain on the screen. The time couter also comes up on the VCR’s front panel display (hours and minutes only). 3. Press INFO again to return to the normal display. -
Page 44: Tracking
Your VCR has automatic tracking which removes the streaks or snow from the picture. Automatic tracking is activated when you insert a tape or turn on the VCR. Occasionally you may need to manually adjust tracking, especially if the tape was recorded on a different VCR. -
Page 45: Connections
• Place an amplifier or satellite receiver on the top shelf of the stand so heated air rising from it will not flow around other components. First things first Setting Up the VCR VCR Basics recording PROGRAMMING THE REMOTE OTHER FEATURES... -
Page 46: Connecting Your Vcr
These jacks are required for antenna or cable-TV connections. RF Jack The RF jacks on the VCR are labeled IN FROM ANT. and OUT TO TV. The antenna cable supplied with your VCR is used to connect the VCR’s OUT TO TV jack and your TV’s antenna input. -
Page 47: Choosing A Vcr Connection
Choosing a VCR Connection There are several different ways to hook up your VCR, depending on whether or not you have cable, and if you have cable, whether you have a cable box, and if some of the channels are scrambled and...well, you get the picture. -
Page 48: Tv With Rf Jack Only
2. In necessary, press PLAY. To record one program and watch another: 1. Begin recording a program using one of the recording options. 2. Press the TV•VCR button and select a different channel on the TV. CABLE, CABLE BOX, OR ANTENNA IN FROM... -
Page 49: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks
Using This Connection Tune your TV to its video input channel. Auto TV/VCR Setting: • Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. To play a tape: 1. Insert a tape 2. If necessary, press PLAY. To record one program and watch another: 1. -
Page 50: Tv With Audio/Video Jacks And Cable Box To Unscramble Pay Channels Only
Using This Connection Tune your TV to its video input channel. Auto TV/VCR Setting: • Set the Auto TV/VCR feature to OFF. To play a tape: 1. Insert a tape 2. If necessary, press PLAY. To record a scrambled or unscrambled program and watch another unscrambled: 1. -
Page 51: Reference
This section gives you some additional information about the VCR, including a description of the unit’s controls and display. You also will find a Troubleshooting Tips section in this Appendix, which might help to resolve some of those simple problems. -
Page 52: Front Panel
FWD Forwards the tape when the VCR is stopped. Searches the picture forward during playback. LINE 2 A/V Jacks Use these jacks to conveniently connect a camcorder or second VCR to this VCR for dubbing. Use INPUT to select Video2. -
Page 53: Back Panel
VIDEO IN 1 3 CH. 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 and VIDEO IN Jacks Receives signals from another component, like a VCR or camcorder, when it is connected to these jacks. -
Page 54: Troubleshooting Tips
Check to make sure there are no objects between the VCR and remote. • The batteries may need changing. • Make sure the REMOTE VCR1/VCR2 setting is set to VCR1 so the remote that came packed with your VCR can operate it. Poor or no picture for normal TV viewing •... - Page 55 • Check to make sure the tape is not broken. • Check to make sure the VCR is not in pause mode. Press PAUSE or PLAY on the remote (PLAY•PAUSE on the VCR) to return to normal playback. • Check the ProTect Plus™ feature.
- Page 56 VCR makes noise when stopped • VCR is removing tape from heads. This is normal. The head cylinder inside the VCR will continue to rotate for a few minutes after you put the VCR in the stop mode. Will not AUTO CHANNEL SEARCH active channels correctly •...
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Page 57: Specifications
Cleaning the VCR Use a soft cloth or dusting attachment of your vacuum cleaner to dust your VCR. Remove dust from the ventilation holes on the top, back, sides, and bottom of the cabinet. Plastic surfaces are easily scratched and can be marred by alcohol and various solvents. -
Page 58: Limited Warranty
VCR. How you get service: • Take your VCR to any Authorized RCA VCR Service Center. To identify your nearest Authorized RCA VCR Service Center, ask your dealer, look in the Yellow Pages, or call 1-800-336-1900. •... -
Page 59: Index
Cable box codes 36 Cable box setup 8 Cables 43, 44 Channel number indicator 50 Channel, viewing 5 Channels, add or remove 11 Channels list, VCR 10 Clearing programs 30 Commercial scan feature 38 Connections 43–48 EnergySaver feature 18 Express recording (XPR) 26... - Page 60 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 address listed in this manual or on the carton. This will only add delays in service for your product.