JVC HRXVC37U Progressive-Scan DVD/VCR Combo , Silver
Good Performance Bad User Interface
This VCR has excellent features, it records beautifully and the component output looks great for vcr or dvd.  It is great if you don't want to buy Tivo or similar device for the cost.  The problem is that it has horrible controls.  I worked for the cable company for years and can hook up any combination of VCR, TV, Reciever, Projector, recorder, computer, etc. that there is.  I have hd satelite cable, and internet all going to my HDTV, and I can easily operate all of it, but this VCR is awful.  There is no ONE menu.  It has several menus that are not attached to each other and instead of drop down menus, it has all the individual controls on the remote.  Some of the buttons have 3 different labels on 53 different buttons.  Every time you switch menus, there is a 5 second delay while it changes.  It is the worst design I have ever seen on any piece of equipment.  Even though the quality is great it is not worth the agitation, I would return it, but I bought it online and I don't want the hassle of packaging it and mailing it back.  If you are not patient DO NOT BUY THIS VCR.