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JVC HR-S5400U User's Manual

1. ol olo OO ef EN OO J Terminal JLIP Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector The J Terminal is used to connect the VCR to a personal computer or similar device to allow computerized control of the VCR during editing and certain other operations Example Allows you to capture still images from the recorder into a personal computer with the optional JLIP VIDEO CAPTURE BOX GV CB1U For further details consult your nearest JVC dealer U S customers can contact JVC directly toll free at 1 800 252 5722 JLIP ID Number Your VCR has its own JLIP ID number This ID number must be unique when your VCR is connected to another device via its J terminal The ID Number is preset to 1 at the factory You can change this number to any number between 1 and 99 If it is necessary to change the JLIP ID number perform the following steps ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN Press CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to CUSTOM SET then press OK ACCESS JUP ID NO SET SCREEN Press CHA w or SHUTTLE CUSTOM SET PLUSAV to move the OVERRIDE highlight bar arrow to AUTO CLOCK SET LIP ID NO SET then VCR PLUS SET UP press OK DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET JLIP ID NO SET PRESS a v T
2. VCR Plus Guide Channel Matching VCR Plus assigns a VCR Plus Guide Channel to broadcast and cable TV channels These Guide Channel numbers are also called the VCR Plus Channel Codes Most TV listings have a section usually a chart indicating the Guide Channel numbers assigned to each station For accurate VCR Plus Programming the VCR Plus Guide Channel number for each station should match the channel number on which it is received in your area If the numbers match go directly to VCR Plus Timer Programming c pg 42 If the numbers are different and you want to be able to timer record programs from those stations you have to inform the VCR of the mismatch Go to step 1 If you will not want to timer record from those stations you can go directly to VCR Plus Timer Programming F pg 42 NOTES In many instances the VCR Plus Guide Channel numbers for cable and broadcast TV stations DO NOT match the channel number on which it is received by your VCR or cable box Check your TV listing or contact your cable supplier for details f the VCR Plus Guide Channel numbers do not match the wrong VCR CABLE CH number will be displayed on the Program Screen when you enter the PlusCode for VCR Plus Programming If this occurs set the correct VCR Plus Guide Channel to match this number Many broadcast TV stations can be viewed on cable Check your TV listing or contact
3. Example VIDEO PAUSE OUT SPECIAL FUNCTION your VCR l OQ TI li LETI In E ale eS a Aaa AUDIO OUT Audio Video VIDEO cable supplied Mini plug cable IN z AUDIO IN not supplied TYY AV COMPU LINK II VCR ONLY AV COMPU LINK Television 3 6 EN BACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont Active Video Calibration checks the condition of the tape Cd J during recording and playback and compensates for poor Ac tive Vi eo reproduction to provide the best quality recording and playback pictures The default setting for both recording and playback is ON Calibration Preparation TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER mode Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV 1 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS VIDEO CALIBRATION SCREEN Press CHA v or SHUTTLE MAIN MENU PLUS Ay to move the highlight bar arrow to Hii Sa VIDEO CALIBRATION UNEA SET then press OK CUSTOM SET VIDEO STABILIZER PRESS A Y THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT MODE The Recording section is ACTIVE VIDEO CALIBRATION 4 highlighted Move the bar arrow to ON or OFF
4. Audio Monitor 0 Auto Channel Setting Auto Clock Setting cccceeeeeeeeeee Auto Daylight Saving Time 0008 AUTO TUM GD 255 29 yeeo ears Automatic Tracking AUX INP Ulises eei rE AV Compu Link Playback eeee AN CONNECON racic aeiee areren cdessudeceude covet ests eotexers Cable BOX sre aisseta raa e E a EN EE Cable Box Brand Setting Cable Box Controller Cancel Pr gtaM sielie seoir r erasini ci Ea EAE OSEE Ea Cassette Adapteren aiian pisen 25 Check Propra t reanna Ea r Child Loek iee a dese ev shies aait Connection to TV Content sisisi rerni Couinter MEMOrY resi eeaeee neide COUNTER RESE tiree ar ear oa eecsssenssevente cossopees 33 D gt DBS REGCIVER orenen a a E EOE 22 DBS Receiver Brand Setting s s ssssesesssesesserssersssseserene 24 DBS Receiver Controller cceeeececsesseesseeeeseeeseeees 22 Delete Channel ce i enerne atei 16 B en i OoOo Editing e a E 49 F Frame by Frame Playback sssseessesesseresesrsersreersreseersee 27 F iction Setting ssec e 30 CoE Gu ideChannel Map isisisi iinan Guide Channel Setting A H Host Channel Selection cccccccscssssscssscsesceeseceseseeees 12 l Index Search ccececcssesesesssesssessssescscscsscseeesssesesesesess Insert Cassette Insert Editing 0 Instant ReView ITR Instant Timer Recording L Language Selection yissssisres ets steakessdisussveataead
5. Time Zone Selection TUNE Setting sssi rrenek nanat e eiin a s V Variable Speed Search VOR PIUSE a a rens eer AA VCR Plus Timer Programming VCR Plus Timer Recording 004 Video Stabilizer saneren inrer aispa SS ete en OD FRONT VIEW sume pp tle PAUSE STOP EJECT PLAY ra are LLI ais Cc iA ee z MENU Button pg 10 Power On Off Button pg 10 Channel CH A Button F pg 26 O OK Button lt pg 10 Cassette Loading Slot O Record REC Button cF pg 26 JOG Dial pg 27 O SHUTTLE ring pg 27 VIDEO AUDIO Input Connectors F pg 50 LIVE SURROUND Button F pg 32 Recording Speed SP EP Button lt pg 26 LIVE SURROUND Indicator cF pg 32 Front Display Panel cF pg 66 Remote Control Sensor INSERT Button F pg 53 Audio Dubbing A DUB Button F pg 54 PAUSE Button c pg 27 STOP EJECT Button lt pg 25 PLAY Button lt pg 25 66 en REAR VIEW INDEX cont ANTENNA uu PAUSE ma SPECIAL CABLE eee OO TOUT P Power Cord pg 6 VIDEO AUDIO Output Connectors pg 49 VIDEO AUDIO Input Connectors pg 49 Terminal JLI
6. 2 Press the appropriate operation button 3 The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 8 m NOTES This remote control can also operate various brands of TVs Cable Boxes and DBS Receivers For instructions gt pg 56 58 If the remote control doesn t work properly remove its batteries wait a short time replace the batteries and then try again 68 en GENERAL Power requirement Power consumption Temperature Operating Storage Operating position Weight Format Maximum recording time SP EP VIDEO AUDIO Signal system Recording Playback system Signal to noise ratio Horizontal resolution Frequency range Normal audio Hi Fi audio Input Output TUNER Tuning system Channel coverage VHF UHF CATV RF output SPECIFICATIONS AC 120 V 60 Hz 26 W 5 C to 40 C 41 F to 104 F 20 C to 60 C 4 F to140 F Horizontal only Dimensions W x H x D 400 x 94 x 340 mm 15 3 4 x 3 3 4 x 13 7 16 4 5 kg 10 Ibs S VHS VHS NTSC standard 210 min with ST 210 video cassette 630 min with ST 210 video cassette NTSC type color signal and EIA monochrome signal 525 lines 60 fields DA 4 Double Azimuth head helical scan system 45 dB 240 lines VHS 400 lines S VHS 70 Hz to 10 000 Hz 20 Hz to 20 000 Hz RCA connectors IN x 2 OUT x 1 S VIDEO connectors IN x 1
7. If an incorrect time or appears on the display panel see What To Do If Plug amp Play Has Failed on next page ATTENTION CABLE BOX SUBSCRIBERS To perform the Plug amp Play procedure Connect your cable box to your VCR with the RF cable Select the PBS channel on your cable box before plugging your VCR s power plug into the AC outlet If Plug amp Play is not successful you may have to select an alternative PBS channel if another is available in your area If there is no PBS channel in your area or if Plug amp Play is not successful perform the Manual Clock Set procedure pg 13 For automatic clock adjustment to take place the VCR s power must be off and the cable box must be set to the PBS channel at clock adjustment times If you perform Plug amp Play successfully D S T will be set to AUTO At the D S T adjustment time t pg 13 your VCR s power must be off and your cable box must be set to the host PBS channel in your area for the D S T adjustment to take place If the clock is not set correctly change the D S T setting to ON or OFF See step 9 of Semi Auto procedure lt gt pg 13 or step 6 of Manual procedure pg 13 Se enQ INFORMATION If AUTO CLOCK SET or SEMI AUTO CLOCK SET is selected at the Override Auto Clock Set screen on page 12 the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host channel every hour on the hour except for 11 00 PM
8. OUT x 1 Frequency synthesized tuner Channels 2 13 Channels 14 69 113 Channels Channel 3 or 4 switchable preset to Channel 3 when shipped 75 ohms unbalanced TIMER Clock reference Program capacity Memory backup time ACCESSORIES Provided accessories Quartz 1 year programmable timer 8 programs Approx 10 min RF cable F type Infrared remote control unit AA battery x 2 Audio Video Cable S Video cable 4 pin Controller Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise specified E amp O E Design and specifications subject to change without notice FOR SERVICING Only in U S A En 69 HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER TOLL FREE 1 800 252 5722 Dear customer In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase read the instruction booklet before operating the unit In the event that repair is necessary or for the address nearest your location please refer to the factory service center list below or within the Continental United States call 1 800 252 5722 for your authorized servicer Remember to retain your Bill of Sale for Warranty Service Jvc JVC SERVICE amp ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP FACTORY SERVICE CENTER LOCATIONS 107 Little Falls Road 1500 Lakes Parkway 705 Enterprise Street Fairfield NJ 07004 2105 Lawrenceville GA 30243 5857 Aurora IL 60504 8135 973 808 9279 770
9. SPECIAL FUNCTION then press OK ere SELECT MODE 5 SARNA yield or er SPECIAL FUNCTION oO move tne highlight bar arrow to PAUSE AV COMPU LINK PRESS 4 v TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END SHUTTLE PLUS RETURN TO FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press MENU co ACCESS AUX INPUT SCREEN Press CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSAV to move the highlight bar arrow to AUX INPUT then press OK SELECT INPUT Press CHAW or SHUTTLE 10 PLUSAY to move the highlight bar arrow to your choice a FRONT VIDEO To use the VCR s front VIDEO and or AUDIO IN connectors b REAR S VIDEO To use the VCR s rear S VIDEO S VHS and or rear AUDIO IN connectors c REAR VIDEO To use the VCR s rear VIDEO and or AUDIO IN connectors AUX INPUT FRONT VIDEO REAR S VIDEO REAR VIDEO PRESS 4 v TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO FUNCTION SET SCREEN 1 Press MENU Eno ACCESS TAPE DUB MODE SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to TAPE DUB MODE then press OK SELECT MODE Move the highlight bar TAPE DUB MODE arrow to ON by pressing CHA V or SHUTTLE PLUSAV TAPE DUB MODE should be set to ON to minimize picture degradation while editing RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 14 Press MENU as many tim
10. The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat SERVICING 1 Servicing If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel 2 Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions a When the power supply cord or plug is damaged b If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product c If the product has been exposed to rain or water d lf the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation e If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way f When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance this indicates a need for service 3 Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service
11. CABLEDBS MBRSET 8opaly O Aux nee JVC DISH Network 91 ea _ gt gt Release ECHOSTAR DISH Network 91 PRIMESTAR 90 SONY DSS 81 Hold Press in succession RCA DSS 80 down Child Lock This feature allows you to prevent the operation of the VCR TURN VCR POWER ON 1 Press POWER ENGAGE CHILD LOCK Press and hold POWER on the remote control until the Child Lock indicator appears on the front display panel Power turns OFF and the VCR cannot be turned on from the POWER button on the front panel To cancel Child Lock press and hold POWER on the remote to turn the VCR on During timer recording pressing TIMER also cancels Child Lock NOTES When Child Lock is engaged make sure to keep the remote control out of the reach of children Timer recording of programs that were previously set can be performed while the Child Lock is engaged The feature remains in effect after the recording is finished EN OQ Control Two JVC VCRs The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC VCRs independently one set to respond to your remote control s A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals The remote control is preset to send A code signals because your VCR is initially set to respond to A code signals You can easily modify your VCR to respond to B code signals UNPLUG VCR S POWER CORD 1 Unplug from the AC outlet SET REMOTE CONTROL
12. Instruction Manual S VIDEO Connection If you have a TV with S VIDEO input terminals see S VIDEO Connection on page 7 CONNECT VCR TO POWER SOURCE 1 Connect the power plug to an AC outlet The clock and tuner channels will automatically be set when the antenna is connected and when the AC is first connected to the VCR F pg 8 If Auto or CH is displayed on the front display panel before the VCR is powered on the clock and tuner channels are being set automatically Wait for the time to be displayed on the front display panel before powering on the VCR FINAL PREPARATION FOR USE 5 Power on the VCR and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 by setting the switch on the rear of the VCR as shown in the illustration You can now perform simple playback lt pg 25 or simple recording pg 26 EN Antenna or Cable Coaxial Cable ANTENNA IN Antenna or Cable input Matching Transformer AC Power Cord Not supplied Flat Feeder Back of VCR Y AC Outlet G Audio Video Cable supplied S Video Cable RF Cable supplied supplied S VIDEO IN 75 ohm terminal TV NOTES m Your S VHS VCR allows you to make high resolution S VIDEO Connection recordings For highest quality recording
13. PRESS MENU TO END You can now use VCR Plus for quick and simple timer programming pg 42 22 en DBS Receiver Control Suggested Location Place the DBS Direct Broadcast Satellite receiver on top of the VCR Attach the VCR s Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller s transmitter pointed towards the DBS receiver s remote sensor Attention The Controller can also control a cable box If both a DBS receiver and a cable box are used position the controller so its signal reaches the remote control sensors of both the DBS receiver and cable box DBS receiver Controller suggested locations Your VCR DBS receiver Controller Transmitter Connected Connected to to VIDEO ANTENNA IN AUDIO IN Your VCR CABLE BOX About Your DBS Receiver This VCR has two separate methods to control your DBS Receiver The VCR s Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your DBS Receiver This eliminates the need for a separate DBS Receiver Remote Control Unit The VCR s Controller can also control your DBS Receiver This allows the VCR to change your DBS receiver s channel number during timer recording Each method must be set up separately To set up the VCR s Remote Control unit refer to page 58 To set up the Controller go to page 23 J INITIAL SETTINGS cont The following procedure is required if you receive satellite channels through a DBS D
14. corresponding button POWER TV VCR CHAY NUMBER keys or ENTER TV VOL can be used without holding down TV NOTE Depending on the type of TV there may be cases where some or all functions cannot be operated using the remote control tv a Hold down Ex To set remote control to RCA 05 MBR SET 0 aux 5 Press in succession TV BRAND NAME BRAND CODE JVC 01 MAGNAVOX 02 MITSUBISHI 03 PANASONIC 04 11 RCA 05 SHARP 06 SONY 07 TOSHIBA 08 ZENITH 09 HITACHI 10 SAMSUNG 12 SANYO 13 SEARS 13 ENDT Cable Box Multi Brand Remote Control The VCR s remote control can control functions on the brands of cable boxes listed below Some cable box brands have more than one code If your cable box does not function with a specified code try other codes TURN ON THE CABLE BOX 1 Turn the power on using the cable box s remote control ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND While holding down CABLE DBS on the VCR s remote 2 control press MBR SET and use the NUMBER keys to enter the cable box brand number from the chart below and then press STOP Follow the example shown below Once you have set the remote control to operate the cable box you don t have to repeat this step until you replace the remote control s batteries OPERATE CABLE BOX 3 First while holding down CABLE DBS press POWER to see if the cable box s power goes off as it should If it does t
15. technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards 4 Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents on page 5 Use this when searching for information on a specific procedure or feature The Index on pages 64 67 lists frequently used terms and the number of the page on which they are used or explained in the manual This section also illustrates the controls and connections on the front and rear panel the front display panel and the remote control The CF mark signals a reference to another page for instructions or related information Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the beginning of each major section BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR please read the sections literature listed below Cautions on page 2 Important Products Safety Instructions on the previous pages CONTENTS l NSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR 6 Connections esessesesesoeoosesocoosecoeoesecsesese Basic Connections ssssessssesesssseossssesssserosseeessereres
16. 339 2522 630 851 7855 5665 Corporate Avenue 10700 Hammerly Boulevard Suite 110 2969 Mapunapuna Place Suite 101 Cypress CA 90630 4727 Houston TX 77043 2310 Honolulu HI 96819 2000 714 229 8011 713 935 9331 808 833 5828 230 Eliot Street 8192 W State Road 84 890 Dubuque Avenue Ashland MA 01721 2377 Davie FL 33324 4611 South San Francisco CA 94080 1804 508 881 5923 954 472 1960 415 871 2666 Sophisticated electronic products may require occasional service Just as quality is a keyword in the engineering and production of the wide array of JVC products service is the key to maintaining the high level performance for which JVC is world famous The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS JVC SERVICE amp ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP 107 Little Falls Road Fairfield NJ 07004 2105 Don t service it yourself CAUTION To prevent electrical shock do not open the cabinet No user If you ship the product Pack your JVC unit in the original carton or one of equivalent size and strength Enclose with the unit a letter stating the problem or symptom that exists and also a copy of the receipt or bill of sale you received when you purchased your JVC unit Print your home return address on the outside and the inside of the carton Send to the appropriate JVC Factory Service Center as listed above serviceable parts inside Refer servicing to
17. C RESET NOTE By pressing the DISPLAY button you can change the display to show the counter reading channel number or clock time Channel number is not displayed during playback Counter Memory When REW or FF is pressed with the Counter Memory activated the tape will return to the counter position zero ACTIVATE COUNTER MEMORY 1 Press C RESET during playback at a point you want to have quick access to later The counter reads OH OOM 00S Then press C MEMORY The Counter Memory indicator M in the front display panel lights RETURN TO COUNTER POSITION ZERO 2 Press STOP during playback then press REW or FF The tape rewinds or fast forwards and stops at approxi mately OH 00M 00S automatically To cancel Counter Memory press C MEMORY AV COMPU LINK Playback Your VCR is compatible with JVC s AV COMPU LINK components including amplifiers or receivers and televisions AV COMPU LINK provides one touch control of the audio and video compo nents that are linked via their AV COMPU LINK connectors For example simply load a cassette in the VCR and press PLAY and the AV COMPU LINK components automatically power on the TV s AV mode is selected and the VCR goes into play mode PLAY need not be pressed if the cassette s record safety tab is removed MAKE CONNECTION Connect your VCR to an A
18. EF CORDING to set the recording mode ene by pressing CHAY or PLAYBACK SHUTTLE PLUS Av then press OK The playback PRESS a THEN Ok section is then highlighted PRESS MENU TO END Move the bar arrow to ON or OFF to set the playback mode by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUS Av Press MENU to return to the normal screen Pressing OK returns the highlight bar to the Recording section NOTE When recording or when playing back tapes recorded Lal eS Cry aN on this VCR set the Active Video Calibration to ON SS ete eNOS Playback The VCR assesses the quality of the tape once you start playback Perform steps 1 and 2 on page 25 Simple Playback before continuing START PLAYBACK Press PLAY The VCR adjusts the playback picture quality 41 ZY l N based on the quality of VIDEO CALIBRATION the tape in use SL NN NOTES When using rental tapes or tapes recorded on other VCRs set PLAYBACK in step 4 of the Preparation procedure to either ON or OFF as desired to give the best picture 7 pg 36 The Video Calibration screen only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking Even though the screen doesn t appear after that the Active Video calibration function is operative To display the Active Video Calibration screen SUPERIMPOSE must be set to ON
19. MENU as many times as necessary Cable Box Control Suggested Location Place the cable box on top of the VCR Attach the VCR s Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller s transmitter pointed towards the cable box s remote sensor Attention The Controller can also control a DBS receiver If both a cable box and a DBS receiver are used position the controller so its signal reaches the remote control sensors of both the cable box and DBS receiver Cable box Your VCR Controller suggested locations Cable box Controller Transmitter Connected to Connected ANTENNA IN to VIDEO AUDIO IN Your VCR CABLE BOX i 40 en 17 This procedure is required if you receive your TV channels through a cable box descrambler The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the cable box channel during timer recording The Controller is effective for recording shows that have been programmed using VCR Plus gt pg 42 or On Screen Timer Programming pg 44 Situate And Connect Controller SITUATE CONTROLLER Place the Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the cable box s remote sensor is unobstructed ATTACH CONTROLLER Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strip 2 CONNECT CABLE BOX TO VCR The connection method depends on the type of cable box you have If your cable box has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT co
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21. VCR PLUS 12345678 The PlusCode number you DATE 12 24 WED entered and the matching el pe is Timer Recording informa CHANNEL 40 SP tion is displayed on the Program screen Check to PRESS 8 DAILY 9 WEEKLY SP EP REC SPEED PRESS MENU TO END make sure it s accurate To timer record daily or weekly serials press DAILY NUMBER 8 or WEEKLY NUMBER 9 DAILY or WEEKLY appears on the Program screen Pressing the button again makes each corresponding display disappear If you made a mistake press CANCEL and after pressing MENU as many times as necessary to access the VCR Plus screen input the correct PlusCode number SET TAPE SPEED Press SP EP SS ete en 43 8 CHECK CORRECT INPUT DATA If the data is correct as it is go to step 7 If not press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS lt D until the item you want to change begins to blink Then press the appropriate NUMBER keys CHA w or SHUTTLE PLUSAVY to obtain the desired setting If you are using a DBS receiver the BAND indication TV or CATV or DBS appears at right of the channel number display when OK or SHUTTLE PLUS lt gt is pressed See ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS on page 45 RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary Press just once to access the Auto Timer screen pg 47 ENGAGE TIMER MODE Press TIMER The VCR turns off automatically NOTES To disengage the t
22. a DBS receiver unless DBS RECEIVER OUT PUT is set to OFF lt pg 23 DATE 12 24 WED the BAND indication TV or START 12 00 PM CATV or DBS appears to the BIOR 100E 5 right of the channel number dis play If the channel number that has been entered requires that the band be set the BAND in dication starts blinking PROGRAM 1 CHANNEL 110 DBS SP aS PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 OR a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END a TV __ To timer record a regular TV program received on the VCR b CATV To timer record a cable TV program received on the VCR or through a cable box unless CABLE BOX OUTPUT is set to OFF gt pg 18 c DBS _ To timer record a satellite program received through a DBS receiver Press CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to select the appropri ate band then press OK If BAND is set to TV at the Band screen pg 15 CATV will not be displayed on the Program screen if it is set to CATV TV will not be displayed 4 6 en TIMER RECORDING cont OC Dolo s SS OC Check And Cancel Programs DISENGAGE TIMER 1 Press TIMER then press POWER ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary N ACCESS PROGRAM SET SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to PROGRAM SET then press OK CHECK PROGRAM INFORMATION Press CHA or SHUTTLE P
23. automatically rewound to the beginning Q Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the still mode A No It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect the heads Q During search slow still and frame by frame playback I can t hear any audio What s the problem A This is normal Q During search still and frame by frame playback the picture is intermittent What s the cause A Picture loss occurs when these types of playback are attempted with a tape recorded in LP mode Pressing PLAY to return to normal playback will restore the picture Q When returning from multi speed search to normal playback the picture is disturbed Should be concerned about this A No it is normal Q Noise bars appear during multi speed search What s the problem A This is normal Q When playing back programs that have been timer recorded with consecutive times such one program from 8 00 to 9 00 and another one from 9 00 to 10 00 the picture and sound become momentarily distorted at the point where the first program ends and the second program begins Is this a malfunction A No This is normal Q Other than preventing further recording what effect does removing the safety tab have A It disables marking of index codes Q Sometimes during Index Search the VCR can t find the program I want to see Why not A There may be index codes too close together Q During playback on screen operational indicators s
24. during playback or stop The LIVE SURROUND indicator on the VCR lights e To turn it off press LIVE SURROUND again Next Function Memory The Next Function Memory tells the VCR what to do after rewinding Before continuing ensure that the VCR is in stop mode a For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind press REW then press PLAY within 2 seconds b For Automatic Power Off After Tape Rewind press REW then press POWER within 2 seconds c For Automatic Timer Standby After Tape Rewind press REW then press TIMER within 2 seconds NOTE If you want the next function to automatically start when the counter reads 0H 00M 00S instead of at the beginning of the tape press C MEMORY so that the counter memory indicator appears on the front display panel before pressing REW or FF It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer functions if the cassette s record safety tab is removed EN OO Repeat Playback START REPEAT Press and hold PLAY until PLAY blinks on the front display panel during playback then release mm se f 1 LI I Lt Cu l The entire tape is played back 20 times STOP REPEAT To stop press STOP at any time 2 NOTE Pressing PLAY REW FF PAUSE or SHUTTLE PLUS Haa or BP also stops Repeat Playback Counter Reset RESET COUNTER TO ZERO 1 Press
25. other VCR functions are disabled while the Timer mode is engaged To disengage the timer press TIMER 4 8 en TIMER RECORDING cont This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours selectable in 30 min increments and shuts the VCR off after Instant Timer oo ee START RECORDING Rec oO rd i n g 1 Press REC on the front panel ITR ENGAGE ITR MODE 2 Press REC again REC blinks and 0 30 appears on the front display panel SET RECORDING DURATION 3 If you want to record for more than 30 minutes press REC to extend the time Each press extends recording time by 30 minutes NOTES e You can only perform ITR using the REC button on the VCR s front panel After you set the ITR time the previous display reappears To check the remaining time press REC once during record ing and the remaining time will be displayed for about 5 seconds Be careful not to press REC again within these 5 seconds or you will round the recording time up to the next 30 minute increment EDITING l Edit To Or From Another U VCR Player AUDIO OUT Your VCR mg J z 1 i le WRN i o A VIDEO OUT Audio Video cable 2S 7777 S Video supplied cable supplied VIDEO IN S VIDEO IN Recorder Anot
26. press OK when the Program Set screen appears SET PROGRAM INFORMATION 5 Press the appropriate NUMBER keys to set the date start stop time and channel number Press CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to set AM PM and tape speed SP or EP Press OK after AM PM channel number and tape speed settings If you are using a DBS receiver see ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS in the page 45 Any information comprised of 1 digit except the channel number should have a 0 entered before it It is possible to set all information using the CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUSA V button In this case press OK after each setting Do not use the CH w or SHUTTLE PLUSY button to set the date At the Program Set screen the setting that can be set blinks When setting of a highlighted item is completed the highlight bar moves down by 1 line to the next item You can record selected programs at the same time every weekday or once a week Before entering the month press NUMBER key 8 DAILY or 9 WEEKLY Either DAILY or WEEKLY appears Press again and DAILY or WEEKLY disappears For weekly recording the desired date for the day of the week must be entered MAKE CORRECTIONS To change any of the settings press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS lt gt until the item you want to change begins blinking Then set as in step 5 RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN VA Press MENU as many times as necessary Press
27. proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording Please contact your cable company about the possibility of exchanging your current cable box with one that is compat ible with your VCR The VCR can only change the cable box channel through the Controller during timer recording If your cable box is one that can t be operated with a remote control because it has no remote sensor you can t use the Controller to change its channels Make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording For customers in U S A If you are unable to set the Control ler please contact JVC toll free at 1 800 252 5722 CABLE BOX BRAND LIST en 19 TURN ON CABLE BOX ACCESS CABLE BOX ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND RETURN TO NORMAL BRAND CODE ARCHER 49 52 53 54 CABLEVIEW 49 53 CITIZEN 49 53 CURTIS 9 10 62 63 DIAMOND 52 53 54 EAGLE 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 EASTERN 51 GC BRAND 49 53 GEMINI 8 56 GENERAL ELECTRIC 67 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 HAMLIN 15 16 17 18 JERROLD 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 MACOM HITACHI 57 58 59 MAGNAVOX 30 31 32 33 34 35 43 MOVIETIME 44 45 46 NSC 44 45 46 OAK 19 20 21 30 47 48 PANASONIC 24 25 26 PHILIPS 30 31 32 33 42 PIONEER 13 14 PULSER 49 53 RCA 24 25 26 REGAL 15 16 17 18 33 REGENCY 51 SAMSUNG 8 13 49 50 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 9 10 62 63 SIGMA 19 20 2
28. safety tab To record on it later cover the hole with adhesive tape Record safety tab PLAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES Playback Features Variable Speed Search Reverse Motion Playback ACTIVATE VARIABLE SPEED SEARCH During playback or still turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward variable speed search or to the left for reverse variable speed search OR During playback repeatedly press and release SHUTTLE PLUS ka a or BB to select the search speed To increase the speed in the forward direction press and release BB repeatedly to select the various forward search modes To decrease the speed in the forward direction press and release Mi a To play in reverse slow motion and in reverse play mode continue to press K lt repeatedly after selecting all the forward slow motion modes To resume normal playback press PLAY NOTE Refer to the following for the operations described above Shuttle Ring Modes Forward search Normal playback Slow motion Reverse slow motion Reverse playback Reverse search 4 steps 2 steps 2 steps 4 steps Reverse en2 Still Picture Frame By Frame Playback PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK Press PAUSE If there is vertical jitter use the CH A or w button to correct the picture ACTIVATE FRAME BY FRAME PLAYBACK Turn the JOG dial to the right for forward frame by
29. the VCR are displayed for 5 seconds The counter display remains on the screen indicating the elapsed time Press OSD again to remove the display Make sure SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON 7 pg 30 The indications are not be recorded Press DISPLAY to change to the COUNT display if REMAIN is displayed SS ht s en 39 S VHS Super VHS and VHS Your VCR can record in either S VHS or VHS S VHS allows you to make high quality video recordings with a horizontal resolution of 400 lines This compares with the 240 lines of resolution of normal VHS recordings To achieve the highest quality picture we recommend that you record in S VHS mode To record in S VHS perform the steps 1 5 below to set the S VHS MODE to AUTO then insert a cassette marked S VHS the S VHS indicator will light on the display panel The S VHS recording mode will be automatically selected To record in VHS insert a cassette marked VHS The VHS recording mode will be automatically selected regardless of the S VHS mode setting To record in VHS on an S VHS cassette insert the cassette marked S VHS the S VHS indicator will light on the display panel then perform the steps 1 5 below to set the S VHS MODE to OFF the S VHS indicator will go out The VHS recording mode will be selected NOTE Tapes recorded in S VHS mode can no
30. to the same channel as the DBS receiver s RF output See page 23 also NOTE When connecting your DBS receiver refer to its instruction manual CONNECT CONTROLLER TO VCR 1 Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR SS ete en 23 Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode VO EES a S Set DBS Receiver Output Channel TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER Set the VCR to the channel 3 or 4 or AU on which the signals from the DBS receiver are received ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN Press CHA w or SHUTTLE MAIN MENU PLUSAV to move the highlight bar arrow to PROGRAM SET CUSTOM SET then FUNTION SET press OK VIDEO CALIBRATION VIDEO STABILIZER PRESS a Y THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE STON SET PLUSAV to move the OVER highlight bar arrow to P AUTO CLOCK SET DBS RECEIVER OUT PER TLUSESETUE PUT then press OK DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET JLIP ID NO SET PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT CHANNEL Your selection depends on DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT how your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR ON CH3 ON CH4 If your DBS receiver is ON LINE connected to your VCR using an
31. your cable supplier for details TURN ON THE VCR 1 Press POWER ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN Press CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUSAY to move the highlight bar arrow to CUSTOM SET then press OK MAIN MENU PROGRAM SET FUNCTION SET TUNER SET VIDEO CALIBRATION VIDEO STABILIZER PRESS 4 THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS VCR PLUS SET UP SCREEN Press CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUSAV to move the highlight bar arrow to VCR PLUS SET UP then press OK CUSTOM SET OVERRIDE AUTO CLOCK SET LANGUAGE SELECT VCR PLUS SET UP DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET JLIP ID NO SET PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS GUIDE CHANNEL SET SCREEN Press CHAw or SHUTTLE PLUSAV to move the highlight bar arrow to GUIDE CHANNEL SET then press OK VCR PLUS SET UP GUIDE CHANNEL SET GUIDE CHANNEL MAP CABLE BOX OUTPUT CABLE BOX BRAND SET PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END INPUT GUIDE CHANNEL NUMBER Press CHAY SHUTTLE PLUSAY or the Ex When inputting the Guide Channel number appropriate NUMBER 6 for WNJU Ind keys to input the VCR GUIDE CHANNEL SET Plus Guide Channel ce number as shown in the TV listing Then press OK MERCH lt 6 If you receive your channels with a cable box and if you have properly set your Controller CABLE CH appears in p
32. 1 SL MARX 8 13 49 50 SPRUCER 24 25 26 STARGATE 8 13 49 50 SYLVANIA 29 TEKNIKA 68 69 TELECAPTION 27 TELEVIEW 8 13 49 50 TEXSCAN 28 29 TOCOM 22 23 64 65 66 UNIKA 52 53 54 UNIVERSAL 38 39 40 41 VIDEOWAY 11 12 60 61 VIDEO TECH 55 VIDTER 55 VIEWSTAR 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 ZENITH 11 12 60 61 20 EN INITIAL SETTINGS cont The VCR Plus timer programming system eliminates the need to input channel date start and stop time data when setting the V R Pp U S A timer record function Simply key in the PlusCode number for the TV program you wish to record and the VCR s timer will be automatically programmed The PlusCodes are the numbers next to the programs in most TV listings Setu p TV and cable stations can be received on different channel numbers depending on the area where they are received Therefore to ensure that VCR Plus Timer Recording operates correctly it may be necessary to set the VCR Plus Guide Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV Channel Set for certain stations Please read the following mode information carefully to find out which tasks you need to perform x Before VCR Plus setup you must have performed the following procedures 5 Plug amp Play F pg 8 or Clock setting C pg 11 and Tuner setting pg 14 Cable box setting if you receive your TV channels through a cable box lt pg 17
33. 3 NOTES SUPERIMPOSE must be set to ON or the on screen display will not appear gt pg 30 Near the beginning of the tape the tape remaining estimate may be inaccurate However the estimate becomes more accurate as the tape comes closer to the end Depending on the type of tape used the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away or may not be correct may sometimes appear or the display may blink on occasion The tape remaining time indication is not accurate when using VHS C tapes with VHS C adapter BACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont Record One Program While Watching Another ENGAGE TV MODE During recording 1 Press TV VCR The VCR s VIDEO indicator goes out If you are using the RF connection F pg 6 to view the output from your VCR the TV broadcast being recorded disappears If you are using the AV connection pg 6 or S VIDEO connection pg 7 to view the output from your VCR change the TV s input mode from AV to TV SELECT CHANNEL FOR VIEWING Use the TV s channel selector to set the channel you want to watch 2 Display Elapsed Recording Time RESET COUNTER TO ZERO Before recording starts press C RESET The counter resets to zero and displays the exact elapsed time as the tape runs DISPLAY ELAPSED TIME ON SCREEN During recording press OSD at any time to see the elapsed time All indications corresponding to the current status of
34. BILIZER by pressing PROGRAM SET CHAY or SHUTTLE FUNCTION SET PLUSAV then press OK CUSTOM SET VIDEO CALIBRATION PRESS a Y THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACTIVATE VIDEO STABILIZER Move the highlight bar VIDEO STABILIZER arrow to ON by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSA V PRESS 4 Y TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU NOTES Regardless of the setting this function has no effect with SP recordings during recording and during special effects playback When you finish viewing the tape be sure to set it back to OFF 30 En YB 3 1 gt P WES To recall an indication Press OSD m All indications corresponding to the current status are displayed for 5 seconds leaving the counter information and RECORD PAUSE if in the Record Pause mode on the screen nm Press OSD again to clear the display Superimpose This function switchable between ON and OFF determines whether or not operational indicators will appear on screen So N 5 ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press OK ACCESS SUPERIMPOSE SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to SUPERI
35. BOX SUBSCRIBERS on this page NOTES Auto clock set is performed first The auto clock set function scans all the channels received by your VCR to find the Host Channel and then sets the clock Auto blinks on the front display panel during Auto clock set IMPORTANT Auto channel set is performed next The auto channel Don t press any buttons on the VCR or remote while set function scans all the channels that are receivable Plug amp Play is in progress by your VCR It then automatically assigns each If you perform Plug amp Play successfully there s no need to receivable channels to the CHAY buttons It skips perform the Clock pg 11 and Tuner pg 14 non receivable channels During auto channel set the procedures If however you want to add or delete channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned channels refer to Add Or Delete A Channel on page 16 and set When Plug amp Play has been completed successfully the correct time is displayed If an incorrect time or appears on the display panel see What To Do If Plug amp Play Has Failed on next page S Z Li IIU LLI Z DN During Initial Auto Clock Set During Auto Channel Set Plug amp Play Completed Auto blinks The channel numbers are displayed The current time including as they are scanned and set AM PM is displayed
36. CHAY or SHUTTLE KANA SPECIAL FUNCTION TAPE DUB MODE S VHS MODE PRESS a Yv THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS AUDIO MONITOR SCREEN Move the highlight bar AUDIO SELECT arrow to AUDIO MONITOR by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE M TTO PLUSAv then press OK PLUSAV then press OK PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT MODE You have three choices AUDIO MONITOR a Hi Fi b Normal mdma c Mix MIX Move the highlight bar arrow to your choice by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSA V RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary PRESS a Y TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END OZ EN e f PLAY ay LIVE SURROUND Indicator LIVE SURROUND Skip Search SKIP OVER UNWANTED SECTIONS Press SKIP SEARCH 1 to 4 times during playback Each press initiates a 30 second period of fast motion playback Normal playback resumes automatically NOTE To return to normal playback during a Skip Search press PLAY BACK AND RECORDING FEATURES cont Index Search Index codes are placed on the tape at the start of each recording You can find and automatically play back from the start of any recording using the Index Search function START SEARCH While the tape is stopped press SHUTTLE PLUS dd or PI ACCESS DISTANT CODE To access a recording 2 9 index codes away press 2 SHUTTLE PLUS l
37. CODE While holding down A B on the remote control press the NUMBER key 2 and then press STOP PLUG IN POWER CORD 3 Plug back in to the AC outlet TURN YCR POWER ON Press POWER on the remote The VCR will now respond only to B code commands To set the VCR back to respond to A code signals repeat the same procedure as shown above except pressing NUMBER key 1 instead of 2 in step 2 You can control two VCRs with the same remote control by switching the remote s code between A and B c Step 2 6O en 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 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 47 The Child Lock mode is engaged Press and hold POWER on the remote to disengage the mode lt pg 59 3 The remote control won t function The batteries are discharged Replace the dead batteries with new ones Set the switch to the position TAPE TRANSPORT SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 The cassette gets stuck partway The cassette was inserted incorrectly Make sure the cassette s window is during loading and is ejected facing up the rear label side is facing you and the ar
38. ER DBS RECEIVER BRAND While holding down CABLE DBS on the VCR s remote 2 control press MBR SET and use the NUMBER keys to enter the DBS receiver brand number from the chart below and then press STOP Follow the example shown below Once you have set the remote control to operate the DBS receiver you don t have to repeat this step until you replace the remote control s batteries OPERATE DBS RECEIVER 3 First while holding down CABLE DBS press POWER to see if the DBS receiver s power goes off as it should If it does try other functions To operate your DBS Receiver while holding down CABLE DBS press the corresponding button POWER CHA v NUMBER keys or ENTER Depending on the DBS receiver you may have to press ENTER after having pressed the NUMBER keys NOTES Depending on the type of DBS receiver there may be cases where some or all functions cannot be operated using the remote control It s not possible to operate a DBS receiver that is not equipped with a remote control sensor Though ECHOSTAR has a number of different remote codes this remote control is applicable only to one of those codes preset at the factory It s not possible to set the remote control for both your DBS receiver and a cable box at the same time You can only set the remote control to operate one of these units at a time Ex To set remote control to RCA DSS DBS BRAND NAME BRAND CODE
39. HEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SET JLIP ID NUMBER Press NUMBER keys to 4 enter the desired ID JUE TD NO SET number then press OK PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 THEN 0K PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 5 Press MENU as many times as necessary 36 en SPECIAL FEATURES TV Multi Brand Remote Control The VCR s remote control can control several functions on JVC remote control TVs and on the brands of remote control TVs listed below The default setting is JVC code 01 1 2 TURN ON THE TV Turn the power on using the TV s remote control SET TV BRAND CODE Refer to the chart below While holding down TV on the VCR s remote control press MBR SET and enter your TV s brand code using the NUMBER keys then press STOP Follow the example shown below Once you have set the remote control to operate the TV you don t have to repeat this step until you replace your remote control s batteries PANASONIC has two codes If the TV does not function with one code try entering the other OPERATE TV First while holding down TV press POWER on the remote to see if the TV s power goes off as it should If it does try other operations The POWER TV VCR CHA y TV VOL and NUMBER keys on the remote can all be used to operate the TV For some brands of TV you must press ENTER after having pressed the NUMBER keys To operate your TV while holding down TV press the
40. ISTURE CONDENSATION Moisture in the air will condense on the VCR when you move it from a cold place to a warm place or under extremely humid conditions just as water droplets form on the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid Moisture condensation on the head drum will cause damage to the tape In conditions where condensa tion may occur keep the VCR s power turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry before inserting a tape ABOUT HEAD CLEANING Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads may cause the playback picture to become blurred or inter rupted Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such troubles occur VCR Plus C and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Develop ment Corporation The VCR Plus system is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development Corporation DSS is an official trademark of DIRECTV Inc a unit of GM Hughes Electronics PRIMESTAR is a registered service mark of Primestar Partners L P DISH Network is a trademark of Echostar Communications Corporation SVHS m Cassettes marked S VHS and VHS can be used with this video cassette recorder However S VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked S VHS IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Electrical energy can perform many useful functions But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your pers
41. JVC MM VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER HR 5400U gee MiFi SNS able Box wrontrol For Customer Use INS RUC IONS Enter below the Model No and Serial No which are located on the rear of cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No LPT0002 016B Dear Customer Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder Before use please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new VCR CAUTIONS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE CAUTION This video cassette recorder should be used wi
42. LUSA V to check the programs in succession A QO To Cancel A Program Press MENU as many times as necessary If there are still programs remaining go to step 7 RE ENGAGE TIMER Press TIMER again CANCEL A PROGRAM 5 ee ee and 5 as many times as necessary RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN SS ete en4 Auto Timer When the Auto Timer is set to ON the timer is automatically engaged when the VCR s power is turned off and automatically disengaged when the VCR is powered back on ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press OK ACCESS AUTO TIMER SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to AUTO TIMER by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSA then press OK Now skip to step 2 of the procedure below Or during on screen timer programming ACCESS AUTO TIMER SCREEN In step 7 in the VCR Plus Timer Programming 7 pg 42 or On Screen Timer Programming procedure pg 44 press MENU SELECT MODE Move the highlight bar AUTO TIMER arrow to your choice n n 0 ON pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSAV PRESS 4 TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 3 Press MENU as many times as necessary NOTE e For safety when AUTO TIMER is set to OFF all
43. MPOSE by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press OK FUNCTION AUTO TIMER AUDIO SELECT AUX INPUT SPECIAL FUNCTION TAPE DUB MODE S VHS MODE PRESS a THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT MODE Move the highlight bar arrow to ON or OFF by pressing CH AY or SHUTTLE PLUSAV SUPERIMPOSE OFF PRESS 4 v TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary NOTE e If you engage the Record Pause mode RECORD PAUSE is displayed whether SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON or OFF The channel number except 0 or AUX is displayed if you select a channel on which no signal is received whether SUPERIMPOSE is set to ON or OFF The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the VCR is doing Tuned in channel or AUX iliary mode When the channel is changed the new channel is displayed on the screen for 5 seconds Clock time Tape position indicator NORM HI FI COUNT Cassette Loaded mark When a cassette is loaded the mark is displayed for 5 seconds It blinks when the VCR s EJECT button is pushed a ood INDEX 1 MEMORY OFF 1 23 45 Audio mode indicators Operation mode When the operation mode is changed the new mode is displayed RECORD 5 sec PLAY 5 sec FF REW 5 sec when engaged from Stop mode RECORD PAUSE for as long as Pause is engaged and ITR 5 sec Tape
44. P Joint Level Interface Protocol Connector pg 55 ANTENNA IN Connector F pg 6 S Video S VHS Output Connector cF pg 49 FRONT DISPLAY PANEL Audio Level meter pg 41 Play Mode Indicator Recording Mode Indicator Instant Timer Recording Indicator lt pg 48 O VCR Mode Indicator pg 38 Multi Channel TV Sound Indicators pg 40 QO AM PM Indicators pg 8 Clock Display pg 8 O S VHS Indicator pg 39 ie S Video S VHS Input Connector pg 49 PAUSE SPECIAL FUNCTION Connector Remote PAUSE Connector i pg 50 AV COMPU LINK Connector F pg 34 CABLE BOX Controller Connector F pg 17 22 Channel 3 4 Switch pg 6 TV OUT Connector pg 6 Pi Par ata I LL OC Audio Output mode indicator pg 31 Pause Mode Indicator Cassette Loaded Mark Counter Memory Mark F pg 33 Tape Speed Indicators cF pg 26 Timer Mode Indicator Child Lock Indicator pg 59 Channel Display AU for AUX mode Counter Display pg 8 REMOTE CONTROL BS operation Press and hi N CABLE DBS button then press POWY NX TVVCR 0 9 ENTER JVC The glow in the dark buttons shown in white on the illustration above are helpful when using the remote control in darkened rooms en67 CABLE DBS Button 7 pg 57 58 TV Button lt pg 56 TV VCR Button
45. RF connection PRESS TO SELECT press CHAY or PRESS MENU TO END SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to the channel number representing the DBS receiver s output 3 4 If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR s AUDIO VIDEO IN connectors press CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSA Y to move the highlight bar arrow to ON LINE RETURN TO CUSTOM SET SCREEN Press MENU IA ex INITIAL SETTINGS cont Set DBS Receiver Brand TURN ON DBS RECEIVER Select a channel other than channel 55 100 or 205 on your DBS receiver ACCESS DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET SCREEN At the Custom Set screen CUSTOM SET press CHAW or SHUTTLE OVERRIDE PLUSAV to move the AUTO CLOCK SET pars LANGUAGE SELECT highlight bar arrow to VCR PLUS SET UP DBS RECEIVER BRAND DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT SET then press OK DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET JLIP ID NO SET PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ENTER DBS RECEIVER BRAND Press the appropriate DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET NUMBER keys to enter the DBS Receiver Code from the following list then E press OK PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 THEN 0K PRESS MENU TO END BRAND CODE JVC DISH Network 91 ECHOSTAR DISH Network 91 PRIMESTAR 90 SONY DSS 81 RCA DSS 80 f the DBS receiver s channel changes as follows setting is complete JVC 100 ECHOS
46. SET SCREEN 3 Move the highlight bar MAIN MENU arrow to TUNER SET by pressing CHA Y or FUNCTION SET SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press OK CUSTOM SET VIDEO CALIBRATION VIDEO STABILIZER PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL SET Move the highlight bar TUNER SET arrow to AUTO CHANNEL SET by Fia pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSA y then MANUAL CHANNEL SET press OK Receivable channels in DRESS MENG TOEND your area are automatically assigned to the CHAY buttons and AUTO CHANNEL SET non receivable channels are skipped NOTES At the end of Auto Channel Set SCAN COMPLETED appears on screen f the scan was unsuccessful SCAN COMPLETED NO SIGNAL appears on screen Check the connections and start again RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary S a SCANNING a PRESS MENU TO END SS Oe en 1D INFORMATION The VCR detects the band TV or CATV and selects the correct band automatically during Auto Channel Set If necessary you can check the setting at the Band screen after Auto Channel Set has set the channels At the Tuner Set screen move the highlight bar arrow to BAND by pressing CH AY or SHUTTLE PLUSAV then press OK TUNER SET BAND BAND T
47. Source tape Before insert editing Normal audio Recorded tape track After insert editing Video Hi Fi audio track MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect the player s VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT connectors to your VCR s VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN on the front panel SET INPUT MODE Press NUMBER key 0 AU appears in place of a channel number Be sure to select the correct AUX input connector at the Aux Input screen To select the correct AUX input connector follow steps 4 5 9 10 14 from the Edit From A Camcorder section t7 pg 50 LOCATE END POINT Load the recording cassette into your VCR and play it back to determine the edit out point the end of the segment to be replaced using the JOG SHUTTLE controls or SHUTTLE PLUS ka a BB and PAUSE RESET THE COUNTER Press C RESET to change the counter display to OHOOMOOs LOCATE START POINT Determine the edit in point the beginning of the segment to be replaced using the JOG SHUTTLE controls or SHUTTLE PLUS ka a gt gt and PAUSE Be sure to engage the Still mode at the edit in point 1 2 3 EN OO ENGAGE INSERT EDITING Press INSERT Your VCR enters the Insert Pause mode REC PLAY and PAUSE light up on the front display panel The TV screen changes from the still pic
48. TAR 100 PRIMESTAR 55 SONY 205 RCA 205 After OK is pressed the program currently received through the DBS receiver will appear for about 10 seconds RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary NOTES It is possible that the Controller will not work with all types of DBS receiver f your DBS receiver doesn t respond to the code you can t use the Controller to change satellite channels In this case make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording The VCR can only change the satellite channel through the Controller during timer recording f your DBS receiver is one that can t be operated with a remote control because it has no remote sensor you can t use the Controller to change its channels Make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording For customers in U S A If you are unable to set the Control ler please contact JVC toll free at 1 800 252 5722 SIMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING Simple Playback Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode SS GEE fast toner REW Rewind 72 EN 29 LOAD A CASSETTE Make sure the window side is up the rear label side is 1 facing you and the arrow o
49. V AFC gt CATV AUTO CHANNEL SET MANUAL CHANNEL SET PRESS 4 Y THEN OK PRESS 4 TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END PRESS MENU TO END Press MENU as many times as necessary to return to the normal screen 16eEn INITIAL SETTINGS cont Add Or Delete A Channel ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN Access by performing steps 2 and 3 of the Tuner procedure on page 14 To add a channel go to step 2 To delete a channel skip to step 4 ACCESS AFC SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to AFC by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press OK MAKE SELECTION Move the highlight bar AFG arrow to SPCL by pressing CHA Y or we ORM SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press MENU to return to the Tuner Set screen AFC set to SPCL special ieee Pee is necessary for tuning on certain CATV systems ACCESS MANUAL CHANNEL SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to MANUAL CHANNEL SET by pressing CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSAV then press OK on STORE OR SKIP DESIRED CHANNEL Input the channel number MANUAL CHANNEL SET using the NUMBER keys or NN visa oN by pressing CHA or CATV SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press ADD to add or CH SKIP to delete Repeat for each channel you want PRESS ADD SKIP to store or skip PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press
50. V COMPU LINK component as shown in the illustration on page 35 The mini plug cable is a mono 3 5 mm mini plug to mono 3 5 mm mini plug connector TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press CHAwW or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET then press OK ACCESS SPECIAL FUNCTION SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE FUNCTION PLUSAVY to move the AUTO TIMER a A C N highlight bar arrow to Sania CEE SPECIAL FUNCTION crate then press OK SPECIAL FUNCTION TAPE DUB MODE S VHS MODE PRESS 4 v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SS ee ENO ENABLE AV COMPU LINK PLAYBACK Press CHA v or SHUTTLE SPECIAL FUNCTION PLUSA to move the highlight bar arrow to PAUSE AV COMPU LINK AV COMPU LINK PRESS 4 v TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN VA Press MENU as many times as necessary OOOL PERFORM AV COMPU LINK PLAYBACK Simply insert a cassette and press PLAY if the cassette s 8 record safety tab has been removed playback begins automatically Linked components are turned on and the TV set to its AV mode automatically NOTE Connection varies depending on the type of JVC TV you have Please refer to the TV s instruction manual when making this connection
51. VCR PLUS SET UP DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET JLIP ID NO SET PRESS 4 THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END 12 en INITIAL SETTINGS cont Semi Auto 5 O O O C3 1 2 3 SELECT MODE At the Override Auto OVERRIDE AUTO CLOCK SET Clock Set screen move the highlight bar arrow to SEMI AUTO CLOCK SET TE by pressing CHAY or MANUAL CLOCK SET SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press OK PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS SELECT SCREENS At the Semi Auto Clock Set SEMI AUTO CLOCK SET screen move the highlight bar arrow to the desired 3 HOST CHANNEL SELECT mode by pressing CHAY TIME ZONE SELECT or SHUTTLE PLUSAV D S T SELECT then press OK PRESS a v THEN OK To select the Host Channel PRESS MENU TO END step 7 To select the Time Zone step 8 To select the D S T mode step 9 NOTE The time that has been set previously by the Plug amp Play function will be erased when any of the three settings mentioned above is changed SELECT HOST CHANNEL You can either select HOST CHANNEL SELECT AUTO or enter a PBS channel number For GATV 7 automatic selection press POON MENU if AUTO is highlighted on the Host Channel Select screen To PRESS 4 V TO SELECT manually select AUTO or PRESS MENU TO END the PBS channel press CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSAY to cy
52. VIDEO STABILIZER PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS VCR PLUS SET UP SCREEN Press CHAW or SHUTTLE CUSTOM SET PLUSAV to move the OVERRIDE highlight bar arrow to Acting ad VCR PLUS SET UP then press OK DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET JLIP ID NO SET PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS CABLE BOX OUTPUT SCREEN Press CHAw or SHUTTLE PLUSAY to move the highlight bar arrow to ate Shy SET CABLE BOX OUTPUT then press OK CABLE BOX BRAND SET VCR PLUS SET UP PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END en Gamers cs z SELECT CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL Your selection depends on CABLE BOX OUTPUT how your cable box is connected to your VCR ON CH2 ON CH3 If your cable box is ON ate connected to your VCR ON CHE using an RF connection PRESS eL SELECT press CHA Y or PRESS MENU TO END SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to the channel number representing the cable box s output 2 6 If your cable box is connected to your VCR s AUDIO VIDEO IN connectors press CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to ON LINE RETURN TO VCR PLUS SET UP SCREEN Press MENU Set Cable Box Output Channel TURN ON THE VCR 1 Press POWER ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU as ma
53. ar bottom or side of the cabinet Retain this information for future reference Model No Serial No Purchase date Name of dealer MEMO JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA DIVISION OF US JVC CORP 41 Slater Drive Elmwood Park N J 07407 JVC CANADA INC 21 Finchdene Square Scarborough Ontario M1X 1A7 COPYRIGHT 1997 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN LTD U U C Printed in Malaysia 0797HOVx UN PJ NOOrSS YH J
54. b is intact If not cover the hole with adhesive tape before inserting the cassette SELECT RECORDING CHANNEL Press CHA V Or press the appropriate NUMBER keys then press ENTER The channel changes after a few seconds whether you press ENTER or not Simple Recording Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode If you use the RF connection by pressing the TV VCR button select VCR mode to view the program to be recorded SET TAPE SPEED Press SP EP to set the recording speed START RECORDING Press and hold REC and press PLAY on the remote control or press REC on the VCR s front panel Active Video Calibration takes place at the beginning of both the first SP and the first EP recording after inserting the cassette when RECORD Active Video Calibration is set to ON pg 37 PAUSE RESUME RECORDING Press PAUSE Press PLAY to resume recording TR z 8 During record pause you can change the recording channel by using the CHA buttons or NUMBER keys Active Video Calibration will not take place if the tape speed is changed while in record pause mode STOP RECORDING Press STOP or STOP EJECT Then press STOP EJECT to remove the cassette Accidental erasure prevention To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette remove its record
55. ccccccccccccsccecces OG Timer Recording cccccccsccccccsscceccssccecees OS i NDEX 64 List Of Terms seosesecseososeoseoeoososeseoseoseseeses OF Front View sssseseseccecesecsecesocsecesocoeceseeseseseese OD Rear VIEW cissescccesiscesicceccscsccccsesessescssssesesees3 OO Front Display Panel ccccccccsssscscsscceces OG Remote Control cccccscsscscccscscsscesccscsscsceses OF S REEN 68 For SERVICING Only in U S A 69 W erran Only in U S A 70 6 en Connections Antenna or Cable ANTENNA IN Antenna or Cable input Coaxial Cable Flat Feeder A AC Power Matching Transformer Cord not supplied i Back of VCR AC Outlet Audio Video Cable supplied RF Cable supplied 75 ohm terminal TV Back of VCR CH3 CH4 m SSS aS NOTES The VCR channel is the channel on the TV which will display the audio and video signals from the VCR The VCR s CH3 CH4 switch on the back of the VCR sets the VCR channel to CH3 or CH4 The CH3 CH4 switch is preset to the CH3 position Set to CH4 if CH3 is used for broadcasting in your area and set the channel on the TV to correspond to the VCR s CH3 CH4 switch setting f RF connection to TV is used when switching from VCR to TV mode a
56. cle through AUTO or the channel numbers hold button down to speed through numbers and stop when the desired number appears Press MENU and the Semi Auto Clock Set screen reappears NOTES For cable box users Select AUTO or the channel on your VCR that receives the cable box channels and set the cable box to the PBS channel There are some PBS channels that do not transmit clock setting data SS et en 13 Manual SELECT TIME ZONE You can select the zone 2 TIME ZONE SELECT automatically or manually by pressing CHAY or AUTO SHUTTLE PLUSAV If an MANUAL incorrect time is displayed you may be receiving the Sons ee data a EB PRESS a TO SELECT channel from an adjacent PRESS MENU TO END time zone or from an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system If you selected AUTO in step 7 select MANUAL and select the correct time zone manually If you selected AUTO press MENU to return to the Semi Auto Clock Set screen If you selected MANUAL press OK Emma and the screen to the EASTERN right appears Move the CENTRAL highlight bar arrow to MOUNTAIN your choice by pressing ALASKA CHAY Or SHUTTLE PRESS a Y TO SELECT PLUSAY then press PRESS MENU TO END MENU twice to return to the Semi Auto Clock Set screen SELECT D S T MODE You have three choices a Select AUTO and the adjustment to your VCR s clock will be made according to the incoming signal from the h
57. e used or cancel unnecessary program information F pg 46 OTHER PROBLEMS SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 When scanning channels some of Those channels have been preset to If you need the skipped channels them are skipped over be skipped restore them F pg 16 2 The channel can t be changed Recording is in progress Press PAUSE to pause the recording change channels then press PLAY to resume recording 3 The remote control won t operate The remote control brand setting is Re set the remote control to the my TV or cable box or DBS receiver incorrect correct brand F pg 56 or 57 or 58 4 Even though Auto or Semi Auto The clock setting data received from Select a different Host Channel during clock setting has been selected the the Host Channel is incorrect the Semi Auto setting procedure clock is incorrect C pg 12 or perform the Manual setting procedure F pg 13 ATTENTION This VCR contains microcomputers External electronic noise or interference can cause microcomputer to malfunction If the VCR does not operate correctly switch its power off and unplug the power cord from the AC supply Wait for a while and then plug the power back in Eject and check the condition of the cassette If everything appears normal resume operating the VCR as usual QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS PLAYBACK Q What happens if the end of the tape is reached during playback or search A The tape is
58. er company If your product is intended to operate from battery power or other sources refer to the operating instructions 3 Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock 4 Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product EN 3 5 Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating these openings must not be blocked or covered e Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface e Do not place the product in a built in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer s instructions have been adhered to 6 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Outdoor Antenna Grounding If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges Article 810 of the Nati
59. ers ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET then press OK ACCESS AUDIO SELECT SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to AUDIO SELECT by pressing CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press OK ACCESS HI FI REC LEVEL SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to HI FI REC LEVEL then press OK SELECT MODE Move the highlight bar HI FI REC LEVEL CONTROL arrow to MANUAL by pressing CHAY or PRESET SHUTTLE PLUSAV ak nee ii T PRESS 4 v TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END ADJUST AUDIO RECORDING LEVEL Press FF or REW Press FF or REW briefly 5 times to move the on screen s audio levels by one division on the scale To move the audio levels faster keep FF or REW presssed Adjust the recording level while watching the VCR s audio level meters Set the level so that maximum volume causes the meters to vary between OaB to 4dB RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary to exit NOTE Noise will increase if the recording level is too low while distortion will increase if the level is too high 42 en Timer recording allows you to program the VCR to automati i cally record a program which will be b
60. es as necessary PRESS 4 Y TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END START PLAYER 5 Set the camcorder to its play mode NOTE If the camcorder is equipped with a superimpose OSD disable feature then set its superimpose or display feature to OFF before pressing play START RECORDER Set your VCR to its record mode If you are using a Master Edit Control equipped JVC camcorder it can put the recorder automatically into Record mode Refer to camcorder s instruction manual NOTES Be sure to set TAPE DUB MODE back to OFF when you finish editing When TAPE DUB MODE is set to ON Active Video Calibration is deactivated in order to provide better picture quality edits If you use an auxiliary input to connect a cable box or DBS receiver make sure that the correct input FRONT VIDEO REAR S VIDEO or REAR VIDEO is selected after you have finished editing c step 10 O2 EN Insert Editing Recorder Your VCR Audio Video cable supplied Audio Video signal Another VCR EDITING cont Insert editing replaces part of the recorded scene with new material Both the picture and Hi Fi audio soundtrack are replaced with new ones while the normal audio soundtrack remains unchanged If you wish to change the normal audio track as well use the audio dubbing function simultaneously Use your VCR as the recorder
61. frame playback or to the left for reverse frame by frame playback OR Press PAUSE repeatedly to advance one frame at a time OR Press SHUTTLE PLUS gt repeatedly for forward frame by frame playback or SHUTTLE PLUS ka a repeatedly for reverse frame by frame playback To resume normal playback press PLAY Slow Motion Reverse Slow Motion ACTIVATE SLOW MOTION PLAY BACK For hands free slow motion press and release SHUTTLE PLUS ka a during playback to decrease speed in the forward direction Continue to press and release SHUTTLE PLUS ka a to select the reverse slow motion reverse play and reverse search modes OR During playback or still picture turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right for forward slow motion or to the left for reverse slow motion OR During still picture press and hold SHUTTLE PLUS gt gt for forward slow motion or press and hold SHUTTLE PLUS Ha a for reverse slow motion Release to return to still picture To resume normal playback press PLAY Forward Reverse play Reverse search 4 steps Forward search 5 steps Reverse slow motion 5 steps Slow motion Play 5 steps 28 en 2 3 Tape Position Indicator The Tape position indicator appears on screen when from the stop mode you press FF REW or use the SHUTTLE ring or perform an Index Search or Insta
62. he correct AUX input connector follow steps 4 5 9 10 14 from the Edit From A Camcorder section pg 50 51 54 EN Audio Dubbing Audio cable Audio component CD player etc NOTES When monitoring the sound during Audio Dubbing the normal soundtrack is automatically selected If you wish to hear the Hi Fi or mixed sound Hi Fi Normal soundtracks refer to the Select The Soundtrack section t pg 31 and select the soundtrack you wish to hear Audio dubbing stops automatically when the counter reaches OH00m00s and the VCR enters the Play mode Check the counter reading before dubbing Audio dubbing is also possible using the rear AUDIO IN connectors When using these connectors be sure to select REAR S VIDEO or REAR VIDEO at the Aux Input screen To select the correct Aux Input connector follow steps 4 5 9 10 14 from the Edit From A Camcorder section pg 50 51 Audio dubbing cannot be performed on a cassette that has had its record safety tab removed When playing back an audio dubbed tape refer to the Select The Soundtrack section t pg 31 to select the soundtrack you wish to hear Picture may be distorted during Audio Dubbing Pause It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material without the consent of the copyright owner EDITING cont Audio dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previ
63. he remote or REC on the VCR s front panel are pressed To make sure you record the desired scene or program completely first perform the following steps 1 Press and hold PAUSE and press REC to engage the RECORD PAUSE mode The VCR then automatically checks the condition of the tape and after about 7 seconds re enters RECORD PAUSE 2 Press PLAY to start recording m If you want to bypass Active Video Calibration and start recording right away set RECORDING to OFF in step 4 of the Preparation procedure pg 36 38 an Recording Features C RESET eee Display Tape Remaining Time DISPLAY COUNTER INFORMATION Press OSD 1 All indications corresponding to the VCR s current status are displayed for 5 seconds The counter display remains on the screen indicating the elapsed time DISPLAY TAPE REMAINING TIME Press DISPLAY until REMAIN appears on screen The approximate tape remaining time appears on the TV screen and VCR display panel The tape remaining time is calculated based on the tape speed SP or EP being used The indicated remaining time is only an estimate Press DISPLAY to change the on screen display from REMAIN to COUNT and vice versa and to show counter reading channel number clock time or tape remaining time on the front display panel Then channel number will not be displayed when the VCR is playing a tape EXIT THE DISPLAY Press OSD again
64. her VCR AUDIO IN Advantages Of S VHS Editing S VHS allows you make high resolution video recordings when dubbing from one VCR to another You can edit from VHS to S VHS from S VHS to VHS or from S VHS to S VHS From VHS to S VHS VIDEO VIDEO connection Record VHS playback signals in the S VHS mode Although the picture quality is inherently limited by the orignal VHS source material the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS to VHS editing From S VHS to VHS VIDEO VIDEO connection Because the picture quality of the source material is very high the edited tape has better picture quality than those made by VHS to VHS editing From S VHS to S VHS S VIDEO connection A high resolution copy is made of a high resolution original S VHS tape with minimal picture degradation This is the preferred method of video dubbing en 49 You can use your VCR as the player or the recorder MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect an AV cable between the player s VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT connectors and the recorder s VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors If using another VCR with an S VIDEO input or output connector it is recommended to use the S VIDEO connection to minimize picture degradation while editing When using your VCR as the recorder and a monaural VCR as the player connect the player s AUDIO OUT connector to the AUDIO IN L connector on the recorder LOAD CASSETTES Insert the
65. imer before recording starts press TIMER again Pressing once more re engages it In case of a power failure after programming the VCR s memory backup keeps your selections for approximately 10 minutes When timer recording cable channels received through a Cable Box be sure to keep the Cable Box set to ON 44 en TIMER RECORDING cont You can directly program the VCR s timer to record up to 8 shows as far as a year in advance Remember the clock must be On Screen ee A LOAD A CASSETTE e i m e r Make sure the record safety tab is intact If not cover the hole with adhesive tape then load it into the VCR bd The VCR comes on and the counter is reset Prog rd m m n g a m ACCESS ON SCREEN Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV MENU mode Press MENU as many times as necessary to bring up the Main Menu screen ACCESS PROGRAM SET SCREEN Make sure the highlight bar arrow is on PROGRAM SET then press OK SELECT PROGRAM NUMBER Press the appropriate NUMBER keys or CHAY or N CO SHUTTLE PLUSA V to DATE START select a vacant program STOP ZDM number then press OK The CHANNEL P first time you set the timer programming function all ERESS HUMBER KEY 0 9 4 V THEN OK OR the program numbers will PRESS MENU TO END be blank in this case just
66. irect Broadcast Satellite Receiver The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the DBS Receiver s channels during timer recording NOTES The VCR can automatically change the DBS Receiver channels using the controller when the VCR has been programmed using On Screen Timer Programming t pg 44 Because satellite programming does not use PlusCode the Controller can not change the DBS Receiver channels during VCR Plus Timer Recording If a cable box is also used it is recommended that you connect the DBS receiver to your VCR s A V inputs and the cable box to your VCR s antenna input Situate And Connect Controller SITUATE CONTROLLER 1 Place the Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the DBS receiver s remote sensor is unobstructed ATTACH CONTROLLER 2 Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strips CONNECT DBS RECEIVER TO VCR The connection method depends on the type of DBS receiver you have If your DBS receiver has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors connect them to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors on your VCR select the correct external input mode as described in step 4 5 9 10 14 on page 50 amp 51 Set the VCR to channel AU to use the DBS receiver If your DBS receiver doesn t have AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors connect the antenna output connector on the DBS receiver to the ANTENNA IN connector on the rear of your VCR Set the VCR s tuner
67. just once to access the Auto Timer screen gt pg 47 ENGAGE TIMER MODE 8 Press TIMER The VCR turns off automatically NOTES To disengage the timer before recording starts press TIMER again Pressing once more re engages it Incase of a power failure after programming the VCR s memory backup keeps your selections for approximately 10 minutes If you select PROGRAM SET without having set the date and time an error message appears Follow its instructions If you enter a start time that has already passed ERROR appears on the screen and blinks Programs that start after midnight must have the next day s date After timer recording is completed the VCR s power goes off automatically You can program the timer while a regular recording is in progress the on screen menu will not be recorded If the end of tape is reached during timer recording the cassette is automatically ejected When timer recording cable or satellite channels through an external tuner be sure to keep the cable box or satellite receiver s power ON en 45 EXAMPLE If you program the VCR to timer gt record a show on December 24 ae on channel 40 from 12 00 noon DATE 12 24 WED m START 12 00 PM to 1 00 PM in SP mode the STOP 1 00 PM screen will look like this CHANNEL 40 SP PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 OR a V THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ATTENTION FOR DBS RECEIVER USERS If you are using
68. l operations In this case press OK after each setting At the Manual Clock Set screen the setting that can be set blinks When setting of a highlighted item is completed the highlight bar moves down by 1 line to the next item MAKE CORRECTIONS To change any of the settings press OK or SHUTTLE PLUS lt D until the item you want to change blinks then set as in step 6 Auto 5 AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME This function enables automatic adjustment of the VCR s clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time With Auto DST activated on the first Sunday of April at 2 00 AM the clock is adjusted to 3 00 AM on the last Sunday of October at 2 00 AM the clock is adjusted to 1 00 AM SELECT MODE At the Override Auto Clock Set screen move the highlight bar arrow to AUTO CLOCK SET by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSA y then power off the VCR Do not power it on again until the clock has been adjusted After the clock is set it will be automati cally adjusted on the hour except at 11 00 PM midnight 1 00 AM and 2 00 AM The clock will be adjusted on the hour based on the time displayed on the VCR not on the actual real time 14 en INITIAL SETTINGS cont Set Receivable Channels Tuner TURN ON THE VCR 1 Press POWER Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 2 Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS TUNER
69. lace of VCR CH If not refer to pages 17 18 and re perform the procedure PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 OR a Y THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END 10 en 2 1 INPUT RECEIVING CHANNEL NUMBER Press CHA v SHUTTLE PLUSA or the appropriate NUMBER keys to input the number of the channel on which the GUIDE CH is 67 Guide Channel s broad aN casts are received Then press OK Ex If WNJU Ind is received on channel 47 GUIDE CHANNEL SET PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 OR 4 v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END If there is more than one mismatch repeat steps 6 and 7 for each instance RETURN TO VCR PLUS SET UP SCREEN Press MENU CHECK INPUT DATA Press CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUSAV to move the highlight bar arrow to GUIDE CHANNEL MAP then press OK VCR PLUS SET UP GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX OUTPUT CABLE BOX BRAND SET The Guide Channel and VCR or cable box channel numbers you input appear on the screen in ascending PRESS 4 THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END GUIDE CHANNEL MAP order Check to ensure GUIDE VCR GUIDE VCR you ve entered them 6 47 10 55 12 4 15 38 correctly 33 28 67 49 If you entered more than 10 sets of numbers press OK to see the next set of numbers Guide Channel Map contains only the Guide Channels and VCR or CABLE channels that you entered RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary PRESS OK TO NEXT
70. ler correctly gt pg 17 After confirming your cable box s output channel number re access the Cable Box Output screen and select the correct number pg 18 Make sure the power is on before timer recording starts CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE 62 EN TROUBLESHOOTING cont 8 Satellite channels are not automati The Controller is not properly Connect the Controller correctly cally switched during timer connected to the VCR pg 22 recording The output channel selected in the After confirming your DBS receiver s DBS Receiver Output screen is output channel number re access the incorrect DBS Receiver Output screen and select the correct number pg 23 The VCR is not set correctly to Set the correct DBS Receiver brand control the DBS Receiver code F pg 24 The DBS receiver s power is off Make sure the power is on before timer recording starts 9 Timer recording begins as sched Even though you don t use an Set CABLE BOX OUTPUT to OFF uled but the channel is always external Cable Box CABLE BOX gt pg 18 incorrect OUTPUT is set to ON 10 We moved and now VCR Plus The receivable stations in the new area Re perform the VCR Plus setup doesn t work properly are received on different channels than procedure F pg 20 those in the previous area 11 PROGRAM FULL is displayed on All 8 programs of the VCR s timer Wait until a space in memory clears the VCR Plus screen memory ar
71. midnight 1 00 AM and 2 00 AM by the incoming PBS channel clock setting data This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR s power is turned off The clock will be adjusted on the hour based on the time displayed on the VCR not on the actual real time The default setting is AUTO CLOCK SET If the memory backup fails because of a power outage or because the AC was removed from the VCR Plug amp Play will be performed when power is restored to the VCR What To Do If Plug amp Play Has Failed If an incorrect time is displayed on the front display panel you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone or an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system In this case perform the Semi Auto 7 pg 12 or Manual Clock Set t pg 13 procedure Auto channel set has already taken place and it need not be set again If appears on the display your antenna cable may not be connected to the VCR there may not be a Host PBS signal available in your area or your cable box may not be set to the PBS channel Ensure that the antenna cable is connected correctly If you use a cable box ensure that your local PBS channel is selected on your cable box gt pg 8 ATTENTION CABLE BOX SUB SCRIBERS Then power on and power off the VCR the Plug amp Play function will be automatically reactivated and Auto will be displayed on the VCR s front panel If Plug amp Play is
72. n set incorrectly The timer is not engaged The VCR has not been set up properly Timer recording is in progress The timer is engaged but there s no cassette loaded The loaded cassette has had its record safety tab removed TIMER has been pressed when there are no programs in memory or the timer record program information has not been programmed correctly The end of tape was reached during timer recording The Controller is not properly connected to the VCR The output channel selected in the Cable Box Output screen is incorrect The cable box s power is off Set the clock and or timer correctly Press TIMER and check to make sure that TIMER appears on the front display panel Re perform the set up procedures Make sure you have compensated for Guide Channel and VCR or cable box channel number mismatches c pg 20 Timer programming can t be performed when timer recording is in progress Wait until it finishes Load a cassette with the record safety tab intact or with the hole covered with adhesive tape Remove the cassette and cover its hole with adhesive tape or replace it with a cassette on which the safety tab is intact Check the programmed data and re program as necessary then press TIMER again The program may not have been recorded in its entirety Next time make sure you have enough time on the tape to record the entire program Connect the Control
73. n the front of the cassette is pointing towards the VCR Don t apply too much pressure when inserting The VCR s power comes on automatically The counter is automatically reset to 0H OOM 00S If the cassette s record safety tab has been removed playback begins automatically FIND PROGRAM START POINT If the tape is advanced past the start point press REW or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left and release it To go forward press FF or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right and release it START PLAYBACK Press PLAY VIDEO CALIBRATION appears on the screen when PLAYBACK Active Video Calibration is set to ON c pg 37 STOP PLAYBACK Press STOP or STOP EJECT Then press STOP EJECT to remove the cassette Usable cassettes Full Size VHS T 30 ST 30 T 60 ST 60 T 90 T 120 ST 120 T 160 ST 160 ST 210 Compact VHS TC 20 ST C20 TC 30 ST C30 TC 40 ST C40 Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on this video recorder Simply place the recorded cassette into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like any full sized VHS cassette This VCR can record on regular VHS and Super VHS cassettes While only VHS signals can be recorded on regular VHS cassettes both VHS and Super VHS signals can be recorded and played back using Super VHS cassettes 26 En IMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING cont LOAD A CASSETTE Make sure the record safety ta
74. nd from TV to VCR it may be necessary to issue a CH UP and then CH DOWN on TV to obtain a good quality picture Even if you are using AV cables to connect your VCR to your TV you must also connect it using the RF cable This will ensure that you can record one show while watching another pg 38 For full identification of the VCR s rear panel refer to the Index REAR VIEW amp pg 66 INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR Basic Connections CHECK CONTENTS 1 Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in SPECIFICATIONS c pg 68 SITUATE VCR 2 Place the VCR on a stable horizontal surface CONNECT VCR TO TV The connection method you use depends on the type of TV you have RF Connection To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals a Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV b Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANTENNA IN jack on the rear of the VCR c Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV OUT jack on the rear of the VCR and the TV s antenna terminal Set TV on CH3 or CH4 corre sponding to the CH3 CH4 switch setting on the back of the VCR AV Connection To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals a Connect the antenna VCR and TV as shown in the illustration b Connect an Audio Video Cable between the AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks on the rear of the VCR and the AV IN jacks on the TV Set your TV in video input mode or A V input mode Refer to the TV
75. nnectors connect them to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors on your VCR select the correct external input mode as described in step 4 5 9 10 14 on page 50 amp 51 Set the VCR to channel AU to use the cable box If your cable box doesn t have AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors connect the antenna output connector on the cable box to the ANTENNA IN connector on the rear of your VCR Set the VCR tuner to the same channel as the cable box RF output see page 18 also NOTE When connecting your cable box refer to its instruction manual CONNECT CONTROLLER TO VCR 1 Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR About Your Cable Box This VCR has two separate methods to control your Cable Box The VCR s Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your Cable Box This eliminates the need for a separate Cable Box Remote Control Unit The VCR s Controller can also control your Cable Box This allows the VCR to change your Cable Box s channel number during timer recording Each method must be set up separately To set up the VCR s Remote Control unit refer to page 57 To set up the Controller go to page 18 1SeEn INITIAL SETTINGS cont ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN Press CHA Y or SHUTTLE Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode MAIN MENU PLUSAVY to move the highlight bar arrow to PROGRAM SET CUSTOM SET then a a press OK VIDEO CALIBRATION
76. not performed but everything is connected and set correctly perform the Manual Clock Set procedure pg 13 Auto channel set has not yet taken place so please also perform the Set Receivable Channels procedure t pg 14 1OEn INITIAL SETTINGS cont This VCR offers you the choice to view on screen messages in English Spanish or French not including messages superimposed La n g U o g e on the TV picture Select the desired language using this procedure The default setting is ENGLISH TURN ON THE VCR Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV 1 Press POWER mode ACCESS ON SCREEN MENU 2 Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN At the Main Menu screen MAIN MENU move the highlight bar arrow to CUSTOM SET PORAN SET by pressing CHAW or TUNER SET SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press OK VIDEO CALIBRATION VIDEO STABILIZER PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS LANGUAGE SELECT SCREEN g The messages are preset to CUSTOM SET O O O appear in English If you want OVERRIDE to see them in Spanish or OCK SEL French move the highlight L LANGUAGE SELECT USS SETUP bar arrow to LANGUAGE DBS RECEIVER OUTPUT SELECT by pressing CHAY DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET JLIP ID NO SET or SHUTTLE PLUSAY PRESS A r THEN OK then press OK PRESS MENU TO END At
77. nt ReView The position of in relation to B Beginning or E End shows you where you are on the tape NOTES SUPERIMPOSE must be set to ON or the indicator will not appear t pg 30 It may take a few seconds for the Tape Position Indicator to be displayed B J E COUNT 0 33 27 High Speed Search ACTIVATE HIGH SPEED SEARCH 1 During playback or still turn the SHUTTLE ring all the way to the right for forward high speed search or to the left for reverse high speed search By releasing SHUTTLE still picture playback is selected For forward high speed search turn the SHUTTLE ring all the way to the right and release it within 1 second For reverse high speed search turn the SHUTTLE ring all the way to the left and release it within 1 second OR During playback or still press FF for forward high speed search or REW for reverse high speed search To resume normal playback press PLAY NOTE For short searches during playback or still press and hold FF or REW for over 2 seconds When released normal playback resumes Manual Tracking Once playback begins the VCR s automatic tracking function is engaged If tracking noise appears in the picture you can override this and make the adjustment manually ENGAGE MANUAL TRACKING MODE During playback press the CHA and buttons on the 1 VCR s front panel simultaneously to cancel the automatic t
78. ny times as necessary Set Cable Box Brand Select a channel other than channel 9 on your Cable Box BRAND SET SCREEN At the VCR Plus Set Up screen press CHA YW or SHUTTLE PLUSAY to move the highlight bar arrow to CABLE BOX BRAND SET then press OK VCR PLUS SET UP GUIDE CHANNEL SET GUIDE CHANNEL MAP CABLE BOX OUTPUT CABLE BOX BRAND SET PRESS 4 THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END Press the appropriate NUMBER keys to enter the Cable Box Code from the CABLE BOX BRAND LIST to the right then press OK CABLE BOX BRAND SET PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END If the cable box s channel changes to 9 setting is complete If there are more than one code number listed for your brand of cable box repeat step 3 until the cable box s channel changes to 9 if the channel does not change after going through all the code numbers listed for your model of cable box then try all the other numbers between 1 and 69 SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary You can now set up the VCR Plus feature pg 20 NOTES Although the supplied Controller is compatible with many different cable box brands it is possible that it will not work with your cable box If your cable box doesn t respond to any code between 1 and 69 you can t use the Controller to change cable box channels In this case make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the
79. ometimes jitter Why does this happen A If the condition of the tape being played back is not good jittering of the video including on screen indicators may occur en O3 Q When I pause and then resume a recording the end of the recording before the pause is overlapped by the new recording Why does this happen A This is normal It reduces distortion at the pause and resume points Q Can the VCR indefinitely remain in the Record Pause mode A No The VCR automatically goes to its Stop mode after 5 minutes to protect the heads When paused during Instant Timer Recording ITR the VCR shuts off automatically after 5 minutes Q What happens if the tape runs out during recording A The VCR automatically rewinds it to the beginning TIMER RECORDING Q REC and TIMER remain lit on the front display panel Is there a problem A No This is a normal condition for a timer recording in progress Q Can I program the timer while I m watching a tape or a TV broadcast A Yes but while you are setting the timer you won t see the tape s or broadcast program s picture as it is replaced by the on screen menu The audio from the tape or broadcast program will be present during the setting of the timer 64 en List Of Terms INDEX This guide serves as a quick way to locate frequently used terms and on screen display names A AB COJE iss davies aiid deve a EE Active Video Calibration Audio Dubbing
80. onal Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure grounding of the lead in wire to an antenna discharge unit size of grounding connectors location of antenna discharge unit connection to grounding electrodes and requirements for the grounding electrode 2 Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges 3 Power Lines An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits When installing an outside antenna system extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE ANSI NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT NEC SECTION 810 20 ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS NEC SECTION 810 21 GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM NEC ART 250 PART H NEC NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 4 en USE 1 Accessories To avoid personal injury e Do not place this prod
81. onal safety In order not to defeat the built in safeguards observe the following basic rules for its installation use and servicing ATTENTION Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions For your safety please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this booklet for future reference INSTALLATION 1 Grounding or Polarization A Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating current line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If the plug should still fail to fit contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug B Your product may be equipped with a 3 wire grounding type plug a plug having a third grounding pin This plug will only fit into a grounding type power outlet This is a safety feature If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug 2 Power Sources Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home consult your product dealer or local pow
82. or 90 days from the date of purchase from the date of purchase There are no other express warranties except as listed above THE DURATION OF ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY HEREIN JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT INCONVENIENCE LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES WHETHER DIRECT INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION DAMAGE TO TAPES RECORDS OR DISCS RESULTING FROM THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FORTH ABOVE Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential dameges or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so these limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA 41 Slater Drive DIVISION OF US JVC CORP Elmwood Park New Jersey 07407 REFURBISHED PRODUCTS CARRY A SEPARATE WARRANTY THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY FOR DETAILS OF REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY PLEASE REFER TO THE REFURBISHED PRODUCT WARRANTY INFORMATION PACKAGED WITH EACH REFURBISHED PRODUCT For customer use Enter below the Model No and Serial No which is located either on the re
83. or the Video Calibration screen will not appear gt pg 30 Recording Perform steps 1 3 on page 26 Simple Recording before continuing START RECORDING 1 Press and hold REC and DURING CALIBRATION press PLAY on the remote control or press REC on the VCR s front panel The VCR takes about 7 seconds to assess the START quality of the tape in naniii use then recording ACTIVE VIDEO CALIBRATION begins with the picture level optimized 5 NOTES CALIBRATION COMPLETE e Calibration occurs immediately prior to both the first SP and the first EP recording after inserting the cassette It does not take place i i during recording In the case of timer ACTIVE VIDEO CALIBRATION recording calibration takes place for both SP and EP before the first timer recording after inserting the cassette regardless of the tape speed selected for that recording Once the cassette is ejected the calibration data is canceled The next time the cassette is used for recording calibration is re performed While Active Video Calibration is operative the PAUSE button will not function To display the Active Video Calibration screen SUPERIMPOSE must be set to ON or the Active Video Calibration screen will not appear pg 30 START END POL ATTENTION m As calibration takes place before recording actually starts there is a delay of about 7 seconds after REC and PLAY on t
84. order s OUT and AUDIO OUT connectors and your VCR s VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors If connecting a camcorder with an S VIDEO output connector it is recommended to use the S VIDEO Recorder Your VCR connection to minimize picture degradation while editing When a Master Edit Control equipped JVC camcorder is used the camcorder is capable of controlling your VCR The mini plug cable is a mono 3 5 mm mini plug to mono 3 5 mm mini plug connector If connecting to a camcorder with a monaural output connect the audio output connector on the camcorder to AUDIO IN L of the VCR LOAD A CASSETTE Insert the cassette to be recorded on into the recorder To rear panel PAUSE SPECIAL FUNCTION 1 connector I Mini plug cable not supplied VIDEO IN i VC camcorder only a S oe SET RECORDER S INPUT MODE Audio Video i Press NUMBER key 0 to set to AUX cable supplied wocoour ACCESS MAIN MENU 3 SCREEN TT Press MENU as many times as necessary Camcorder AUDIO OUT or ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Press CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSAV to move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET then press OK If you re using a JVC Master Edit Control equipped camcorder step 6 If not step 9 ACCESS SPECIAL FUNCTION SCREEN Press CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA V to move the highlight bar arrow to
85. ost D S T SELECT channel b Select ON and the adjustment will be made ae ANU TOEND based on the clock itself c Select OFF if Daylight Saving Time doesn t apply to you Move the highlight bar arrow to your choice by pressing CHA v or SHUTTLE PLUSA y then press MENU and the Semi Auto Clock Set screen reappears IMPORTANT Turn the VCR off after performing the Semi Auto Clock Set procedure Auto will appear on the front display panel when the clock is being set The current time will appear automatically when the clock is set 5 6 7 SELECT MODE At the Override Auto Clock Set screen i pg 12 move the highlight bar arrow to MANUAL CLOCK SET by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press OK SET DATE TIME AND D S T The Manual Clock Set MANUAL CLOCK SET screen is displayed and the V Pa digit begins PATE r T WED AN WED inking Press the D S T ON appropriate NUMBER keys foret the dale anditime if PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 only 1 digit press 0 first OR 4 V THEN OK Press CHAY or SHUTTLE PRESS MENU TO END PLUSAV to set AM PM and D S T Daylight Saving Time Press OK after AM PM and D S T settings Set D S T to ON to set the D S T according to the VCR s clock or to OFF if D S T doesn t apply to you When you re finished with this set up procedure press MENU to start the clock NOTES CHAY and SHUTTLE PLUSAY can be used to perform al
86. ously recorded tape with a new soundtrack Use your VCR as the recorder p Pre recorded tape Normal audio track Video Hi Fi audio i track 4 Audio dubbed tape MAKE CONNECTIONS Connect an audio component to the AUDIO IN L R connectors on the VCR s front panel When connect ing monaural equipment use only the VCR s AUDIO IN L connector SET INPUT MODE Press NUMBER key 0 on the remote control AU appears in place of a channel number Be sure to select FRONT VIDEO at the AUX Input Screen To select the correct AUX input connector follow steps 4 5 9 10 14 from the Edit From A Camcorder section amp pg 50 51 LOCATE START POINT Press PLAY to start playback of the tape in your VCR and press PAUSE when you find the point where you want to start dubbing ENGAGE AUDIO DUBBING Press A DUB Your VCR enters the Audio Dubbing Pause mode REC blinks PLAY and PAUSE light up on the front display panel START DUBBING Engage the audio component s Play mode then press PLAY to start the tape in your VCR Audio dubbing begins at this point REC blinks and PLAY is displayed on the front display panel To stop dubbing temporarily press PAUSE Press PLAY to resume dubbing END AUDIO DUBBING Press STOP to stop the tape in your VCR and engage the audio component s Stop mode INFORMATION ON J TERMINAL J terminal
87. pg 38 MBR SET Button c pg 56 LIVE SURROUND Button c pg 32 DISPLAY Button pg 33 O ENTER Button c pg 26 On Screen Display OSD Button r pg 30 TIMER Button pg 43 45 Counter C MEMORY Button pg 33 ADD Button r pg 16 CANCEL Button pg 46 Channel CH SKIP Button c pg 16 Counter C RESET Button pg 33 Instant REVIEW Button c pg 32 SKIP SEARCH Button pg 32 Rewind REW Button gt pg 25 PLAY Button pg 25 Record REC Button pg 26 MENU Button pg 10 OK Button c pg 10 A B Code Button pg 59 POWER On Off Button c pg 10 DAILY Timer Recording Button F pg 42 45 NUMBER Buttons pg 26 42 WEEKLY Timer Recording Button pg 42 45 AUX Mode Select Button pg 50 Recording Speed SP EP Button pg 26 TV Volume VOL Button pg 56 Channel CH AY Button lt gt pg 26 Fast Foward FF Button gt pg 25 STOP Button lt pg 25 PAUSE Button pg 27 SHUTTLE PLUS Button F pg 10 27 Installing Batteries Open the battery compartment cover Insert 2 AA size batteries provided in the direction indicated under the battery cover Replace the cover nm 1550 eGo How To Use The remote control can operate most of your VCR s unctions 1 Point the remote control toward the sensor window
88. playback cassette into the player and the cassette to be recorded on into the recorder SET RECORDER S INPUT MODE Set to AUX With this VCR press NUMBER key 0 AU appears on the front display panel in place of a channel number NOTE When using this VCR as the recorder be sure to select the correct AUX input connector depending on which input connectors you use at the Aux Input Screen To select the correct AUX input connector follow steps 4 5 9 10 14 from the Edit From A Camcorder section pg 50 51 ENGAGE TAPE DUBBING MODE Follow steps 4 5 12 14 from the Edit From A Camcorder section pg 50 51 START PLAYER Set to its play mode NOTE If the player is equipped with a superimpose OSD disable feature then set SUPERIMPOSE to OFF before pressing PLAY pg 30 START RECORDER Set to its record mode NOTES Be sure to set TAPE DUB MODE back to OFF when you finish editing When TAPE DUB MODE is set to ON Active Video Calibration is deactivated in order to provide better picture quality edits If you use an auxiliary input to connect a cable box or DBS receiver make sure that the correct input FRONT VIDEO REAR S VIDEO or REAR VIDEO is selected after you have finished editing t step 10 page 51 50 en You can use a camcorder as the player and your VCR as the Edit From A MAKE CONNECTIONS Ca mecorder onnect an AV cable between the camc
89. please call toll free 800 252 5722 If service is not available locally box the product carefully preferably in the original carton and ship insured with a copy of your bill of sale plus a letter of explanation of the problem to the nearest JVC Factory Service Center the name and location of which will be given to you by the toll free number If you have any questions concerning your JVC Product please contact our Customer Relations Department WHAT IS NOT COVERED This limited warranty provided by JVC does not cover 1 Products which have been subject to abuse accident alteration modification tampering negligence misuse faulty installation lack of reasonable care or if repaired or serviced by anyone other than a service facility authorized by JVC to render such service or if affixed to any attachment not provided with the products or if the model or serial number has been altered tampered with defaced or removed 2 Initial installation and installation and removal for repair 3 Operational adjustments covered in the Owner s Manual normal maintenance video and audio head cleaning 4 Damage that occurs in shipment due to act of God and cosmetic damage 5 Signal reception problems and failures due to line power surge 6 Video Pick up Tubes CCD Image Sensor Cartridge Stylus Needle are covered for 90 days from the date of purchase 7 Accessories 8 Batteries except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered f
90. qualified service personnel ACCESSORIES To purchase accessories for your JVC product you may contact your local JVC Dealer Or from the 48 Continental United States call toll free 1 800 882 2345 70 En WARRANTY Only in U S A LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER VIDEO 1 90 JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this product and all parts thereof except as set forth below ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AT RETAIL to be FREE FROM DEFECTIVE MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP from the date of original retail purchase for the period as shown below The Warranty Period PARTS LABOR 1 YR 90 DAYS THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE FIFTY 50 UNITED STATES THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA AND IN COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO WHAT WE WILL DO If this product is found to be defective JVC will repair or replace defective parts at no charge to the original owner Such repair and replacement services shall be rendered by JVC during normal business hours at JVC authorized service centers Parts used for replacement are warranted only for the remainder of the Warranty Period All products and parts thereof may be brought to a JVC authorized service center on a carry in basis except for Television sets having a screen size 25 inches and above which are covered on an in home basis WHAT YOU MUST DO FOR WARRANTY SERVICE Return your product to a JVC authorized service center with a copy of your bill of sale For your nearest JVC authorized service center
91. racking mode and enable manual tracking adjust ADJUST MANUAL TRACKING Press CHA or W on the VCR s front panel or remote 2 Press briefly for fine adjust or press and hold for coarse adjust Watch the screen and continue adjusting until optimum picture and sound quality are achieved RE ENGAGE AUTOMATIC TRACKING Press the CHA and buttons on the VCR s front panel simultaneously When automatic tracking is re engaged Video Calibration is automatically activated NOTES To obtain a noiseless still picture it may be necessary to adjust tracking in slow playback and then engage Pause Manual tracking is possible during hands free slow motion During hands free slow motion playback simply press CHA or Y on the VCR s front panel or remote to adjust tracking SS ete en 29 olojo o Oo O o oloa SAIO gt o gt SeS m 1 O Em Video Stabilizer By activating the Video Stabilizer you can correct vertical vibrations in the picture when playing back unstable EP recordings that were made on another VCR When this function is set to ON vertical vibration will be automatically corrected The default setting is OFF ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS VIDEO STABILIZER SCREEN Move the highlight bar MAIN MENU arrow to VIDEO STA
92. roadcast at some future Pp time VC R U S sia The timer record function can be programmed using VCR Plus e or On Screen Timer Programming 7 pg 42 or 44 i i Make sure the record safety tab is present The VCR s power comes on automatically ACCESS VCR PLUS SCREEN Press MENU on the remote control WER PLUS Before VCR Plus Timer programming see VCR Plus Setup on page 20 Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode The clock must be set in Un order to access the VCR Plus screen If you haven t set the clock the Main Menu screen PRESS NUMBER KEY 0 9 appears when you press PRESS MENU TO MAIN MENU MENU Refer to page 8 for the Plug amp Play procedure or page 11 for the clock setting procedure ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER Press the appropriate NUMBER keys to enter the PlusCode number printed in the TV listings for the TV program you wish to record To make corrections press CANCEL and input the correct PlusCode number If the PlusCode number you input is incorrect ERROR may appear on the screen to advise you of the error This happens when the PlusCode number is for a program which has already passed ERROR is displayed for about 4 seconds and the VCR Plus screen reappears step 2 CHECK INPUT DATA Press OK and the Program PROGRAM 1 Select appeels
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94. row 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 CMEMORY to disengage the fast forward M is lit on the front display Counter Memory mode and extin panel guish the indicator c pg 33 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 lt pg 6 the channel selector or 4 on the TV is set incorrectly If you re using the AV connection or Set the TV receiver to its AV mode S VIDEO connection pg 6 or 7 the TV receiver is set to the wrong mode 2 Noise appears during visual search This is normal Wao eo oe oe 3 Breaks are noticeable in Hi Fi Automatic tracking is engaged Disengage Auto Tracking and adjust soundtrack the tracking manually pg 28 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 broadcasts are clear 5 The Hi Fi soundtrack cannot be The AUDIO MONITOR option at Set AUDIO MONITOR to HI FI heard the Audio Select screen was set c pg 31 incorrectly RECORDING en 6 1 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1 Recording won t start There s no cassette loaded The loaded cassette has had its record safety tab remo
95. ry other functions To operate your cable box while holding down CABLE DBS press the corresponding button POWER CHA v NUMBER keys or ENTER For some brands of cable box you must press ENTER after having pressed the NUMBER keys NOTES Depending on the type of cable box there may be cases where some or all functions cannot be operated using the remote control It s not possible to set the remote control for both your cable box and a DBS receiver at the same time You can only set the remote control to operate one of these units at a time Ex To set remote control to RCA 24 CABLEDDBS MBR SET 2 4 E O RR RE one Hold Press in succession down CABLE BOX BRAND NAME BRAND CODE CURTIS 09 10 GEMINI 08 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 HAMLIN 15 16 17 18 JERROLD 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 OAK 19 20 21 PANASONIC 24 25 26 PIONEER 13 14 RCA 24 25 26 REGAL 15 16 17 18 SAMSUNG 08 13 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 09 10 SIGMA 19 20 21 SL MARX 08 13 SPRUCER 24 25 26 TELEVIEW 08 13 TOCOM 22 23 VIDEOWAY 11 12 ZENITH 11 12 5S Een SPECIAL FEATURES cont DBS Receiver Multi Brand Remote Control The VCR s remote control can control functions on the brands of DBS Direct Broadcast Satellite receivers listed below TURN ON THE DBS RECEIVER 1 Turn the power on using the DBS receiver s remote control ENT
96. s The ST indicator on the front display panel lights during stereo broadcast reception and SAP lights during SAP program reception Both indicators light when a stereo program is accompanied by SAP audio To Record Stereo Programs simply follow the basic recording procedure To Listen To Stereo Soundtrack During Recording select HI FI at the Audio Monitor screen pg 31 To Record SAP Programs ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press OK ACCESS AUDIO SELECT SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to AUDIO SELECT by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press OK ACCESS 2ND AUDIO SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to 2ND AUDIO by pressing CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press OK SELECT MODE Move the highlight bar 2ND AUDIO arrow to ON by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSAYV OFF PRESS a v TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary SS hti SW en 4 I Hi Fi Audio Recording Level Control Your VCR allows manual adjustment of the Hi Fi audio recording level Normally the preset audio recording level is satisfactory but if the sound you are going to record is too loud or too low adjust the audio recording level while referring to the VCR s audio level met
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98. s we recommend that you record in the S VHS mode gt pg 39 m To make the most of the Super VHS picture performance we recommend that you use the supplied S VIDEO cable to connect your VCR to a TV with an S VIDEO input connector m To operate the VCR with your TV using the S VIDEO connec tion set your TV to the AV mode using the TV s remote control You can also use the TV VCR button on the VCR s remote control to set your TV to the AV mode pg 56 CONNECT VCR TO TV a Connect both the RF cable and the AV cables to the TV as explained in step 3 of Basic Connections CF pg 6 b Connect the S Video cable between the S VIDEO OUT jack on the rear of the VCR and the S VIDEO IN jack on the TV amp En INITIAL SETTINGS The Plug amp Play function sets the clock and tuner channels automatically when power is first connected to the VCR The D U amp Pp Ga antenna cable must be connected for the Plug amp Play function The time and date can be set automatically from clock setting data that is transmitted by one of the regular TV broadcast channels We call this TV channel the Host Channel and it is Auto Clock Set Auto Tuner Set a PBS channel in your area PLUG amp PLAY SETUP 1 Connect the antenna cable to the VCR pg 6 Then connect the VCR s power plug to an AC outlet Do not power on the VCR The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically If you use a cable box see ATTENTION CABLE
99. speed indicator INDEX indication Counter reading Counter memory on off Select The Soundtrack Your VCR can record two soundtracks simultaneously Normal and Hi Fi and play back the selected one or both together DD 2 3 NOTES If the tape being played back has no Hi Fi soundtrack the Normal soundtrack will be heard no matter what choice you make at the Audio Monitor screen If you select HI FI the L and R symbols near the audio level meters will be illuminated when playing back a Hi Fi tape If you select MIX the L and R symbols near the audio level meters and the NORM indicator between the level meters will be illuminated when playing back a Hi Fi tape If you select NORM or play back a normal mono tape the L and R will be deactivated and the NORM indicator between the level meters will be illuminated f RF connection is used for TV even if Hi Fi audio monitor is selected the sound will be mono and will be reproduced in both loudspeakers eno l ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN Press MENU as many times as necessary during playback or when VCR is in stop mode ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHAW or SHUTTLE PLUSA V then press OK ACCESS AUDIO SELECT SCREEN Move the highlight bar FUNCTION arrow to AUDIO AUTO TIMER SELECT by pressing
100. sseeshentstees 10 a Maim MERU sareei aen a ete eth teu ad anh RR Manual Channel Setting Manual Clock Setting Manual Tracking 0 cece eeeeseessceseeeeceseseeeeseeeneeseeeaees MBR Multi Brand Remote Code Setting 000 56 N o Next Function Memory ss sssssssssssssssssssssnsesseeessseesseesse 33 OF ee On Screen Display isesi ipai 30 On Screen Timer Programming csccesceeseeeseeeneees 44 On Screen Timer Recording ccecesseeeeesseseesseneenes 44 Override Auto Clock Setting cccceeecsseseseeseneenes 11 P PBS Channela e Stags aaar a Ea 8 Playback Plug amp Play R o es Record Safety TaD a a a a e A EREE Recording ena erea Res Rite tee A Repeat Playback sssssesssseessesrseesseersresresrsrrsresrsresresrsee Reverse Motion Playback s sssesseessen Reverse Slow Motion Playback RF Connection aoee ea e ETA S SAP Second Audio Program s sssssssesesessesesessssesesesesss 40 Second Audio Select Cable Box Output Channel 0 0 0 ceceeeeees 18 Select DBS Receiver Output Channel c cee 23 Semi Auto Clock Setting SHUTTLE ring eee Skip Seares iseen iaa Ea Er E aAa T icons Slow Motion Playback s s sssesesessssssesessesesesessssesesesesse Specifications cceee Still Picture Playback SUPEMIMPOSE ei sk R ite A A se aoe E S VHS Super VAS nenne ani S Video Connecti ON sssri eisai erii is iana T Tape Position Indicator Tape Speed Setting
101. t 4 or gt gt repeatedly until the correct number is displayed on screen only if SUPER IMPOSE is set to ON F pg 30 Playback begins automatically when the desired recording is located f necessary press REW or FF when play starts to search visually to find the very beginning of the desired program NOTE An index code is not placed on the tape when recording is paused and then resumed Instant ReView At the press of a button you can power up your VCR rewind the tape and begin viewing the most recent timer recorded program ACTIVATE INSTANT REVIEW After ensuring that the Timer mode is disengaged press REVIEW The power comes on and the VCR rewinds to the index code indicating the start of the last timer recorded program then begins playback automatically You can access a program 2 9 index codes away from the current position on the tape If for example you have 5 programs recorded and you want to watch the third one press REVIEW three times If necessary press REW or FF when play starts to search visually to find the very beginning of the desired program If the tape is already rewound when REVIEW is pressed it will play the tape from the beginning It will not fast forward to an index code The Instant Review function will also operate if the VCR s power is on Live Surround To enjoy more dynamic stereo sound with Hi Fi stereo tapes ACTIVATE LIVE SURROUND 1 Press LIVE SURROUND
102. t be played back successfully on normal VHS VCRs ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN 1 Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow to FUNCTION SET by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSA then press OK ACCESS S VHS MODE SCREEN Move the highlight bar N FUNCTION 3 arrow to S VHS MODE AUTO TIMER by pressing CHA or Aen SHUTTLE PLUSA y then AUX INPUT press OK SPECIAL FUNCTION TAPE DUB MODE PRESS a Y THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END SELECT MODE Move the highlight bar S VHS MODE arrow to AUTO or OFF by pressing CHA Y or SHUTTLE PLUSAY OFF PRESS 4 Y TO SELECT PRESS MENU TO END RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN 5 Press MENU as many times as necessary NOTE When playing back a tape that has been recorded in S VHS the S VHS indicator lights on the display panel regardless of the S VHS MODE setting 1 2 3 olojo oO OOD o ooo peel gt cig OSSA Nee NOTES If a SAP program is received the SAP audio is recorded on both the Normal and Hi Fi tracks The main audio program is not recorded f anon SAP program is received the main audio is recorded on both the Hi Fi and Normal audio tracks Stereo And SAP Second Audio Program Your VCR s built in MTS decoder enables reception of Multi channel TV Sound broadcast
103. th AC 120V 60Hz only To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards DO NOT use any other power source CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND Note to CATV system installer This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer s attention to Article 820 40 of the NEC that 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 CAUTION Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user s authority to operate the equipment Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the VCR remote control or video cassette 1 DO NOT place the VCR in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity in direct sunlight in a dusty environment in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration 2 DO NOT NOT block the VCR s ventilation openings 3 DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or remote control 4 DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the VCR or remote control 5 AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport MO
104. the Language Select LANGUAGE SELECT 5 screen move the highlight bar arrow to the desired language by pressing FRANCAIS CHA or SHUTTLE PLUSA then press MENU as many times as PRESS A v TO SELECT necessary to return to the PRESS MENU TO END normal screen Clock en ll Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug amp Play function Access the Override Auto Clock Set screen to choose the Auto Semi Auto or Manual clock setting procedure Each procedure starts from step 5 Auto need only be selected if Semi Auto or Manual had previously been selected Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 or AV mode 1 2 Preparation TURN ON THE VCR Press POWER ACCESS ON SCREEN MENU Press MENU as many times as necessary ACCESS CUSTOM SET SCREEN At the Main Menu screen move the highlight bar arrow to CUSTOM SET by pressing CHAY or SHUTTLE PLUSAV then press OK MAIN MENU PROGRAM SET FUNCTION SET TUNER SET CUSTOM SET VIDEO CALIBRATION VIDEO STABILIZER PRESS a v THEN OK PRESS MENU TO END ACCESS CLOCK SET MODE SELECT SCREEN Move the highlight bar arrow at the Custom Set screen to OVERRIDE AUTO CLOCK SET by pressing CHA V or SHUTTLE PLUSA vy then press OK CUSTOM SET OVERRIDE AUTO CLOCK SET LANGUAGE SELECT
105. ture to the input source you are going to record START EDITING 7 Load the source cassette and play back the segment that is to be inserted When you reach the start of the section of the source tape that you wish to insert press PLAY to start the tape in your VCR Insert Editing begins at this point PLAY and REC are displayed on the front display panel END INSERT EDITING 8 At counter 0HO0mO00s Insert Editing will stop automati cally and both tapes will continue running in the Play mode if you wish to stop Insert Editing before the specified edit out point press C RESET FOR AV INSERT EDITING If you want to replace the picture Hi Fi audio soundtrack and normal audio soundtrack all at the same time In step 6 above after you press INSERT press A DUB also REC and PLAY blink and PAUSE lights up on the display panel NOTES Insert editing is not possible with cassettes whose safety tab has been removed In insert editing the recording speed SP EP is determined by the previous recording to be replaced If the previous recording s speed changes within a single edit the inserted picture will be distorted at the switching point A small portion of the recording which precedes an insert edit may become erased Insert Editing is also possible using the rear connectors When using these connectors be sure to select the correct AUX input connector at the Aux Input screen To select t
106. uct on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table It may fall causing serious injury to a child or adult and serious damage to the product e Use only with a cart stand tripod bracket or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product e Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer s instructions for any mounting of the product e Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep pile carpets 2 Product and Cart Combination A product and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn PORTABLE CART WARNING Symbol provided by RETAC 3 Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near a bath tub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 4 Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock Never spill liquid of any kind on the product 5 Attachments Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards 6 Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners Use a damp cloth for cleaning 7 Heat
107. ved Insert a cassette Remove the cassette and cover the hole with adhesive tape or load a cassette on which the record safety tab is intact 2 TV broadcasts won t record The VCR has been set to its AUX Set the VCR to the appropriate properly mode by mistake channel 3 Tape to tape editing won t work TIMER RECORDING e The VCRs or the camcorder and the VCR have been incorrectly con nected The power to one or more of the units has not been turned on The recorder s input mode has been set incorrectly Refer to the directions and the illustration under Edit To Or From Another VCR pg 49 or Edit From A Camcorder F pg 50 and properly connect the units Make sure the power to all units is on Select the recorder s appropriate input mode at the Aux Input Screen pg 51 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION Timer recording won t work On screen timer programming won t work TIMER and 00 on the front display panel won t stop blinking The cassette is automatically ejected and TIMER and 00 on the front display panel won t stop blinking TIMER blinks for 10 seconds and the timer mode is disengaged The cassette is automatically ejected the power shuts off and TIMER and 00 won t stop blinking Cable channels are not automatically switched during timer recording The clock and or the timer have bee

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