JVC Model HR-VP639U Troubleshooting, Cassette gets stuck partway, Make sure the window side is up

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Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart and see if you can repair the trouble yourself. Small problems are often easily corrected, and this can save you the trouble of sending your VCR off for repair.

POWER

	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. The power won’t come on.			● The power cord is disconnected.		Connect the power cord.

2.	The clock works, but the VCR’s		● The TIMER mode is engaged with		Press TIMER to disengage.
	power won’t come on.		Auto Timer set to "OFF" (☞ pg. 43).

3.	The remote control won’t function.		● The batteries are discharged.		Replace the dead batteries with new ones.
			● The A/B CODE switch is in the		Re-perform the A/B Code setting
			wrong position.		(☞ pg. 52).
			● The TV/CABLE/VCR switch is in the		Set the switch to the position
			wrong position.		corresponding with the unit you want
					to operate.

TAPE TRANSPORT
	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1. The cassette gets stuck partway			● The cassette was inserted incorrectly.		Make sure the window side is up, the
	during loading, and is ejected.				rear label side is facing you and the
					arrow on the front of the cassette is
					pointing towards the VCR. Then insert
					the cassette

2. The tape stops during rewind or			● The Counter Memory indicator		Press C.MEMORY to disengage the
	fast forward.		(“M”) is lit on the front display		Counter Memory mode and extin-
			panel.		guish the indicator.

PLAYBACK

	SYMPTOM		POSSIBLE CAUSE		CORRECTIVE ACTION
1.	The tape is running but the picture		● If you’re using the RF OUT connec-		Set the channel selector to channel 3
	won’t appear.		tion (☞ pg. 6), the channel selector		or 4.
			on the TV is set incorrectly.
			● If you’re using the AV connection		Set the TV receiver to its AV mode.
			(☞ pg. 6), the TV receiver is set to
			the wrong mode.

2.	Noise appears during visual search.		● This is normal.

3.	Breaks are noticeable in Hi-Fi		● Automatic tracking is engaged.		Engage and adjust tracking manually
	soundtrack.				(☞ pg. 26).

4.	The playback picture is blurred or		● The video heads may be dirty.		The heads must be cleaned. Consult
	interrupted, even though TV				your JVC dealer (☞ pg. 61).
	broadcasts are clear.

5. The Hi-Fi soundtrack cannot be			● The AUDIO MONITOR option at		Set AUDIO MONITOR to "HI-FI"
	heard.		the Function Set screen was set		(☞ pg. 27).
			incorrectly.

6.	SHUTTLE ring does not work		● A turn of the SHUTTLE which is too		Release the SHUTTLE, then turn it
	properly during search.		rapid may not be properly		again more slowly.
			recognized.

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Contents HR-VP639U Do not place the VCR Dear CustomerImportant Product Safety Instructions Should be moved with care. Quick Product and cart combinationContents Basic Connections Dual Quick Set Initial SettingsPerform Dual Quick SET During Auto Clock SetLanguage Preparation ClockClock SET Screen Select Time Zone Select Host ChannelSemi-Auto Or Shuttle PlusSelect Mode Select D.S.T. ModeMake Corrections AutoAccess Tuner SET Access Main MenuAccess Band Screen TunerReturn to Normal Screen Perform Auto Channel SETAccess Manual Channel SET Screen Access AFC ScreenMake Selection Return to NormalSituate Controller Tuner Cable Box ControllerAttach Controller Connect Cable BOX to VCRSet Cable Box Output Channel Access Cable BOXOutput Screen Return to VCR PLUS+ SET-UP Screen Select Cable BOX Output ChannelTurn on Cable BOX Brand SET ScreenYou can now set up the VCR Plus+ feature pg Access Main Menu Screen VCR Plus+ SetupPress CH5 or Shuttle ProcedurePlus 5 to place Arrow next to CustomInput Receiving Channel Number Load a Cassette Simple PlaybackFind Program Start Point Start PlaybackSimple Recording Activate FRAME-BY Frame Playback Pause During PlaybackPlayb a CK and Recording Feat Ures Still Picture/Frame-By- Frame PlaybackActivate HIGH-SPEED Search Activate VARIABLE-SPEED SearchVariable-Speed Search Reverse Play High-Speed SearchAdjust Manual Tracking Engage Manual Tracking ModeLayback and Recording Features RE-ENGAGE Automatic TrackingSelect The Soundtrack Access Function SETAccess Audio Monitor Superimpose Access SuperimposeSkip Over Unwanted Sections Access Distant CodeStart Repeat Stop RepeatActivate Counter Activate Instant ReviewMemory Return to Counter Position ZeroMake Connection Tape Position IndicatorNext-Function Memory AV Compu Link PlaybackPress CH5 or Shuttle Plus 5 to place the arrow ExampleNext to Function SET, then press OK Arrow next to SpecialActive Video Calibration Access Video Calibration ScreenVCR takes about Seconds to assess RecordingQuality of the tape Use, then recording Begins with the picture level optimizedTape in use PlaybackReset Counter to Zero Engage TV ModeSelect Channel for Viewing Display Elapsed Time on ScreenStereo And SAP Second Audio Program Access 2ND AudioTo Record SAP Programs To Record Stereo ProgramsAccess VCR PLUS+ Screen VCR Plus+ Timer ProgrammingTimer Recording Enter Pluscode NumberCheck Input Data Engage Timer ModeCHECK/CORRECT Input DataAccess Program SET Screen On-Screen Timer ProgrammingShuttle Plus 5 button SET Program InformationCancel a Program Disengage TimerRE-ENGAGE Timer Check And Cancel ProgramsAuto Timer Access Auto TimerEngage ITR Mode Instant Timer Recording ITRSET Recording Duration Press RECEdit To Or From Another Edit From a Camcorder Shuttle Plus 5. If Access AUX Input ScreenAssemble Editing Audio Dubbing Turn on the TV SET Remote Control ModeSET TV Brand Code Operate TVTurn on the Cable BOX Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote ControlEnter Cable BOX Brand Operate Cable BOXSET A/B Code Switch Unplug Vcrs PowerPlug in Power Cord Turn VCR Power onMake sure the window side is up, TroubleshootingCassette gets stuck partway Oubleshooting Timer againResume recording Remote control won’t operate Re-perform the VCR Plus+ setup Doesn’t work properlyWhen scanning channels, some Playback Questions and AnswersVCR Plus+ Timer Programming MBR Multi-Brand Remote Code SettingIndex List Of TermsFront View Front Display Panel Remote Control ProvidedYear programmable timer EIA monochrome signal20C to 60C -4F to140F Maximum recording timeLittle Falls Road Fairfield, NJ For Servicing881-5923 305 415 Slater Drive WarrantyMemo HR-VP639U