JVC JX-S333-J User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS
MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES
JX-S333
POWER
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT)
1
2
3
4
LINK
SOURCE
SELECT
STANDBY/ON
1234
SOURCE SELECT
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT) LINK
LNT0042-001A
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is
located on the rear or bottom of
cabinet. Retain this information for
future reference.
Model No. JX-S333
Serial No.
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ESPAÑOL
AV SELECTOR
SELECTEUR AV
SELECTOR AV
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Safety Information
FCC INFORMATION
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference.
(2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC rules.These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instructions, it may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment dose cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference
by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
CAUTION —Changes or modifications not approved by JVC
could void user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Contact
Address: JVC AMERICAS CORP.,
1700 VALLEY ROAD, WAYNE, N.J. 07470
Telephone: [phone]
INFORMATION (for CANADA)
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of
the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations.
RENSEIGNEMENT (Pour CANADA)
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les
exigences du Réglement sur le matérier brouilleur du
Canada.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before you begin
operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to be
sure you get the best possible performance. If you have any
questions, consult your JVC dealer.
IMPORTANT
1. Installation
•Select a place which is level, dry and neither too hot nor
too cold (between -5° C and 40° C/23° F and 104° F).
•Keep away from direct sunlight.
•Do not put it too close to a heater.
2. Power cord
•Do not handle the power cord with wet hands!
•Do not bend the power cord sharply.
•When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the cord,
Hold the plug itself and remove it from the AC outlet.
3. Malfunctions, etc.
•There are no user serviceable parts inside. If anything
goes wrong, unplug the power cord and consult your
dealer.
•Do not insert any metallic object.
•Do not allow water to get inside.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks , fire, etc.:
1. Do not remove screws, covers or cabinet.
2. Do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.
*It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material
without the consent of the copyright owner.
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Contents
OTHERS
BASIC OPERATION
INTRODUCTION
Check the contents of the carton your JX-S333 came in. The following items should be found in the carton box:
Block Diagram ............................................................................................... 21
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................. 22
Specifications................................................................................................. 24
Glossary / Index ............................................................................................. 25
Safety Information ............................................................................................ 2
Check the contents .......................................................................................... 3
Major Features ................................................................................................. 4
System Configuration Example ........................................................................ 5
Connectors, Controls and Indicators ............................................................... 6
Using the Remote Control Unit ........................................................................ 9
Watching Video .............................................................................................. 10
Dubbing (Multi-dubbing) ............................................................................... 12
Watching a Video Program While Recording Another One (Dubbing Lock) . 14
Centralized Management of Your Home Theater System .............................. 16
Useful Tips ..................................................................................................... 18
S-VIDEO input/output connectors .............................................................. 18
Component connectors .............................................................................. 18
S-video to component video conversion .................................................... 18
DUBBING LOCK function ........................................................................... 19
LINK function .............................................................................................. 20
Check the contents
This unit (JX-S333) Remote control unit (RM-AJ333) Battery (AA) x 2
(for operation testing)
Warranty card
Registration card and Safety guide Instruction Book (this book)
ADVANCED OPERATION
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•Video signal converter (S-video to component video signals) is incorporated.
•Various input/output connectors—four input connectors (S-video/component video), two output
connectors (S-video), and one monitor output (S-video/component video) give you the centralized
management of your home theater system.
•Adubbing lock function permits the monitoring of a source while dubbing another source.
•Signal transmission with little signal deterioration for high picture quality. (The component video
circuitry is compatible with 30 MHz.)
•Automatic Power On/Off, linked with incoming S-video signals from the playback components.
Major Features
TV monitor
VCR
DBS
tuner
AV
receiver
Projector
DVD
recorder
DVD
player
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System Configuration Example
POWER
The AV Selector Expands the
Dimensions of the AV World.
The AV Selector Expands the
Dimensions of the AV World.
Recording components
VCRs
(S-VHS/VHS) DVD recorder
DVD player DBS tuner
Playback components
AV receiver
Projector
TV monitor
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1STANDBY/ON button
Press to turn the power ON or OFF (in standby mode).
2STANDBY/ON indicator
This indicator lights in green when the power is ON, while
it lights in red when the power is OFF (in standby mode).
If the power has been switched OFF to
the Standby mode and then ON again, it
can be operated using the same settings
as when the power was switched OFF.
3Remote sensor window
Aim at this when operating from the remote control unit.
4SOURCE SELECT buttons (☞p. 11, 13, 15, 17)
Press to select an input component.
5SOURCE SELECT indicators
(☞p. 11, 13, 15, 17)
The indicator of the input component selected by the
SOURCE SELECT button lights in red.
Connectors, Controls and Indicators
Front View
6DUBBING LOCK button/indicator (☞p. 15, 17)
(MONITOR SELECT)
Press to fix the output signals through the OUTPUT 1and
2connectors. This can prevent accidental or erroneous
operation during dubbing. The indicator lights in red when
DUBBING LOCK is activated.
•When one of the SOURCE SELECT buttons is pressed
while DUBBING LOCK is activated, only the video/audio
output through the MONITOR OUT is changed, but the
video/audio output through the OUTPUT 1and 2
connectors remains unchanged so that you can keep
dubbing the signals through these connectors.
7LINK button/indicator (☞p. 20)
Press to turn the LINK function ON or OFF.
When this function is ON, the indicator lights in red. The
unit power automatically turns on or off by detecting the
incoming S-video signals from the playback components.
This function is only available with the
playback components equipped with S-
video output connectors.
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBINGLOCK
LINK
SOURCESELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
1234
DUBBING LOCK
LINK
SOURCE SELECT
STANDBY/ON
(MONITOR SELECT)
54 67
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Rear view
1INPUT connectors (INPUT 1, 2, 3, 4)
Equipped with S-VIDEO/component video (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/
Pr)/AUDIO.
Connect to the output connectors of the playback
components (up to four components).
Incoming S-video signals can be
converted and emitted through the
component video output of the MONITOR
OUT connectors.
2OUTPUT connectors (OUTPUT 1, 2)
Equipped with S-VIDEO/AUDIO.
Connect to the input connectors of the recording
component (up to two components).
231
3MONITOR OUT connectors
Equipped with S-VIDEO/component video (Y, Cb/Pb, Cr/
Pr)/AUDIO.
Connect to the input connectors of the TV monitor.
S-video signals through the input
connectors are converted and emitted
through component video output of the
MONITOR OUT connectors.
Video input/output signals
Video signals incoming from the INPUT connectors are emitted through the MONITOR OUT connectors as follows.
• Incoming S-video signals are emitted through both S-VIDEO jacks and the component video jacks.
•Incoming component signals are only emitted through the component video jacks.
Component
S-Video
Component
S-Video
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1POWER button
Press to turn the power ON or OFF (in standby mode).
2SOURCE SELECT buttons (☞p. 11, 13, 15, 17)
Press to select an input component.
3DUBBING LOCK button (☞p. 15, 17)
(MONITOR SELECT)
Press to fix the output signals through the OUTPUT 1and
2connectors. This can prevent accidental or erroneous
operation during dubbing. The DUBBING LOCK indicator
on the main unit lights in red when DUBBING LOCK is
activated.
•When one of the SOURCE SELECT buttons is pressed
while DUBBING LOCK is activated, only the video/audio
output through the MONITOR OUT is changed, but the
video/audio output through the OUTPUT 1and 2
connectors remains unchanged so that you can keep
dubbing the signals through these connectors.
Connectors Controls, and Indicators (Remote Control Unit)
Remote Control Unit
4LINK button (☞p. 20)
Press to turn the LINK function ON or OFF.
When this function is ON, the LINK indicator on the main
unit lights in red. The unit power automatically turns on or
off by detecting the incoming S-video signals from the
playback components.
This function is only available with the
playback components equipped with S-
VIDEO output connectors.
POWER
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT)
1
2
3
4
LINK
SOURCE
SELECT
43
1
2
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POWER
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT)
1
2
3
4
LINK
SOURCE
SELECT
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBING LOCK
LINK
SOURCE SELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
Using the Remote Control Unit
Misuse of batteries could result in leakage. This could cause a fire or explosion.
To prevent this, pay special attention to the following points:
1. Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive “+” and negative “-” polarities.
2. Do not heat, disassemble or short-circuit batteries and never dispose of batteries by throwing them in a fire.
3. Do not use new and old batteries together.
• Also read the caution displayed on the battery when in use.
*The provided batteries are for checking operation only.
Press the tab to remove the cover of the
battery compartment.
Insert two “AA”(R6, UM-3) dry-cell
batteries.
Replace the cover.
Battery Installation
Battery
Precautions
Transmitted beam effective area
•If the remote controllable distance between the
remote and main unit decreases, the batteries are
depleted and should be replaced with new ones
— (“AA”-size (R6/UM-3) batteries.
•JVC uses two types of the remote control signal
code for operating the AV selector—A and B.This
remote control unit can transmit B code signals.
Notes:
Notes:
AV selector
Remote sensor
window
Within 5 m
Approx. 60˚
Remote control unit
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•This shows an example of several possible connections. Also refer to the instruction books of the other components you are
using for operation and connection details.
Watching Video
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connect a VCR to INPUT 1of the JX-S333 and watch the video played back on the VCR.
Connection tips
•Before making any connections, turn off the power to all
components.
•It is not required to connect the components using both
S-VIDEO and component video connectors.To obtain the
best possible playback picture on the TV monitor, connect
the component using the component video connectors.
However, to use the LINK function (☞P. 20), it is required
to connect the playback components through the S-VIDEO
connectors.
•If both the S-VIDEO and component video connectors are
connected between the components, the incoming signals
are emitted through the respective output connectors.
(☞P. 7 “Video input/output signals”)
•Even though the playback components and the TV monitor
are connected through the different type of video
connectors (S-VIDEO/component video), you can watch
the playback picture. (☞P. 7 “Video input/output signals”)
:Signals
VCR (Playback deck)
TV monitor
JX-S333 rear panel
To S-VIDEO Output
To Component Video Output
To AUDIO Output
To S-VIDEO Input
To AUDIO Input
To Component Video Input
To S-VIDEO Input
To AUDIO Input
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
Connect to the OUTPUT connectors on the
JX-S333 so that the VCR can be used as a
recording machine.
•The INPUT 1and INPUT 2connectors are used for
connecting the playback/recording components. Incoming
signals from the INPUT 1and INPUT 2connectors are
emitted through the MONITOR OUT connectors and at
the same time...
–Signals from the INPUT 1connectors are emitted
through the OUTPUT 2connectors.
–Signals from the INPUT 2connectors are emitted
through the OUTPUT 1connectors.
•The INPUT 3and 4connectors are used only for
connecting the playback components. Incoming signals
from these connectors are emitted through all the output
connectors at the same time. DO NOT connect the input
connectors of the components connected to these
connectors to any of the output connectors of the JX-S333.
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1.Press POWER (or STANDBY/
ON on the main unit) to turn on
the JX-S333.
• The STANDBY/ON indicator lights in green.
2.Press SOURCE SELECT “1” to
select VCR1.
•The indicator lights in red.
•If the SOURCE SELECT “1” indicator on
the JX-S333 is already lit, it is not required
to press the SOURCE SELECT “1” button.
3.Turn theTV monitor on and select
the input.
•Turn the TV monitor on and select the input con-
nected to the MONITOR OUT connectors on the
JX-S333.
4.Turn on theVCR’s power and start
playback.
•When you want to watch a video on another VCR, press the
SOURCE SELECT button to select the line number that the
VCR is connected to.
•Using the LINK function, you can turn on and off the power
to the JX-S333 by detecting the incoming S-video signals
(☞P. 20).
POWER
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT)
1
2
3
4
LINK
SOURCE
SELECT
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBING LOCK
LINK
SOURCE SELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
2
1
1
2
Tu r ning the power on
Selecting a VCR
POWER
1
PLAY
VCR
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This shows an example of several possible connections. Also refer to the instruction books of the other components you are using
for operation and connection details.
Dubbing (Multi-dubbing)
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
You can dub a video program from VCR 1 to VCR 2 and vice versa.
Connection tips
•Before making any connections, turn off the power to all
components.
•It is not required to connect the components using both S-
VIDEO and component video connectors.To obtain the best
possible playback picture on the TV monitor, connect the
component using the component video connectors.
However, to dub the tapes, it is required to connect the
playback components through the S-VIDEO connectors.
•If both the S-VIDEO and component video connectors are
connected between the components, the incoming signals
are emitted through the respective output connectors.
(☞P. 7 “Video input/output signals”)
To S-VIDEO Output
To Component Video Output
To AUDIO Output
To S-VIDEO Input
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white) (white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
To AUDIO Input
VCR1 (Playback component)
: Signals from VCR 1 to VCR 2
: Signals from VCR 2 to VCR 1
TV monitor
To Component Video Input
To S-VIDEO Input
To AUDIO Input
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
JX-S333
rear panel
To S-VIDEO Output
To Component Video Output
To AUDIO Output
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
To S-VIDEO Input
To AUDIO Input
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
•The INPUT 1and INPUT 2connectors are used for
connecting the playback/recording components. Incoming
signals from the INPUT 1and INPUT 2connectors are
emitted through the MONITOR OUT connectors and at
the same time...
–Signals from the INPUT 1connectors are emitted
through the OUTPUT 2connectors.
–Signals from the INPUT 2connectors are emitted
through the OUTPUT 1connectors.
(red)
VCR2 (Recording device)
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•Turn on the power to the JX-S333.
•
Turn on the TV monitor and select the input connected to the MONITOR OUT connectors on the JX-S333.
•Turn on the power to VCRs to prepare for dubbing.
To prevent erroneous operation during dubbing, press the
DUBBING LOCK button to activate the DUBBING LOCK function
(☞P. 19).
1.
Press SOURCE SELECT “1” to select
VCR1 as the source component.
•The indicator lights in red.
•If the SOURCE SELECT “1” indicator on
the JX-S333 is already lit, it is not required
to press the SOURCE SELECT “1” button.
2.Play back a tape on VCR 1.
3.Start recording on VCR 2.
Notes
•Set the input switch on the recording VCR to the
external input mode (AUX) when dubbing.
•Set the recording VCR to S-VIDEO input when
using an S-VIDEO input connector for recording.
Notes:
Preparation
POWER
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT)
1
2
3
4
LINK
SOURCE
SELECT
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBING LOCK
LINK
SOURCE SELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
1
1Selecting VCR 1
1
PLAY
VCR 1
REC
VCR 2
•Some video software may contain signals to prevent it from being copied. If you try to copy such a program, the results will not
be viewable.
•Recording of copyrighted material for purposes other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
Notes:
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This shows an example of several possible connections. Also refer to the instruction books of the other components you are using
for operation and connection details.
Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
Connect the playback VCR (VCR 1) to the INPUT 1, and the recording VCR (VCR 2) to the OUTPUT
2. In addition, connect the DBS tuner to the INPUT 4.
• With these connections, you can dub a tape while watching the DBS program.
Watching a Video Program While Recording Another One (Dubbing Lock)
Connection tips
•Before making any connections, turn off the power to all
components.
•The INPUT 1and INPUT 2connectors are used for
connecting the playback/recording components. Incoming
signals from the INPUT 1and INPUT 2connectors are
emitted through the MONITOR OUT connectors and at the
same time...
–Signals from the INPUT 1connectors are emitted through
the OUTPUT 2connectors.
–Signals from the INPUT 2connectors are emitted through
the OUTPUT 1connectors.
VCR1 (Playback deck) Playback picture DBS tuner
Program picture
To S-VIDEO Output
To Component Video Output
To AUDIO Output
To S-VIDEO Input
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white) (white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
To AUDIO Input
(red)
To AUDIO Output
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
To S-VIDEO Output
JX-S333
rear panel
To Component Video Input
To S-VIDEO Input
To AUDIO Input
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
TV monitor
Program picture
Recording picture
To S-VIDEO Output
To Component Video Output
To AUDIO Output
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
(blue)
(green)
(red)
To S-VIDEO Input
To AUDIO Input
(red)
(white)
(red)
(white)
VCR2 (Recording deck)
•The INPUT 3and 4connectors are used only for
connecting the playback components. Incoming signals
from these connectors are emitted through all the output
connectors at the same time. DO NOT connect the input
connectors of the components connected to these
connectors to any of the output connectors of the JX-S333.
•It is not required to connect the components using both S-
VIDEO and component video connectors. To obtain the
best possible playback picture on the TV monitor, connect
the component using the component video connectors.
However, to dub the tapes, it is required to connect the
playback components through the S-VIDEO connectors.
: Flow of VCR1 signal
: Flow of DBS signal
•Connect to the OUTPUT 1
connectors on the JX-S333 so
that VCR 1 can be used as a
recording machine. (Connect
the output connectors on VCR
2 to the INPUT 2connectors
on the JX-S333.)
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•Turn on the power to the JX-S333.
•
Tu rn on the TV monitor and select the input connected to the MONITOR OUT connectors on the JX-S333.
•Turn on the power to all other connected components.
1.
Press SOURCE SELECT “1” to select
VCR1 as the source component.
•The indicator lights in red.
•If the SOURCE SELECT “1” indicator on
the JX-S333 is already lit, it is not required
to press the SOURCE SELECT “1” button.
2.Start playback of VCR1.
•The VCR1 playback video is displayed on the TV
monitor screen.
3.
Start recording of VCR2.
4.Press DUBBING LOCK to set the
dubbing lock mode.
•The indicator lights in red.
5.Press SOURCE SELECT “4” to
watch the video of the DBS.
•The SOURCE SELECT “4” indicator lights in red.
•The DBS video is displayed on the TV monitor
screen.
Preparation
•When the input source is changed by pressing one of the
SOURCE SELECT buttons in the dubbing lock mode, the video
displayed on the TV monitor connected to the MONITOR OUT
connectors can be changed without affecting the video being
dubbed.
POWER
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT)
1
2
3
4
LINK
SOURCE
SELECT
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBING LOCK
LINK
SOURCE SELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
1 5 4
5Selecting DBS tuner
4Set the dubbing lock mode
1Selecting VCR 1
1
PLAY
REC
DUBBING LOCK
( MONITOR SELECT )
4
To exit from dubbing lock mode:
•Press DUBBING LOCK again.
While the DUBBING LOCK function is activated, the power cannot be turned off and the LINK button does not work.
Note:
PLAYPlayback video
DBS video
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Do not connect the AC power cord until all other connections have been made.
You can watch the DVD playback picture through your home theater system while dubbing the
tapes on the VCRs.
Centralized Management of Your Home Theater System
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBINGLOCK
LINK
SOURCESELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
POWER
Center speaker
Screen
Front speaker Front speaker
Surround speakerSurround speaker
AV receiver
Projector VCR 2
JX-S333
VCR 1
DVD Player
In order to enjoy multi-channel surround sound
through the DVD player, connect directly DVD
player and the AV receiver through the digital audio
connectors.
This shows an example of several possible connections. Also refer to the instruction books of the other components you are using
for operation and connection details.
Connection tips
Before making any connections, turn off the power to all
components.
From S-VIDEO/
Component Out of
MONITOR OUT
From AUDIO Out of
MONITOR OUT
From S-VIDEO/AUDIO
Out of OUTPUT 2
To S-VIDEO/Component video/
AUDIO Input of INPUT 3
To S-VIDEO/AUDIO
Input of INPUT 1
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BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED
OPERATION
OTHERS
•Turn on the power to the JX-S333.
•
Tu rn on the TV monitor and select the input connected to the MONITOR OUT connectors on the JX-S333.
•Turn on the power to all other connected components.
1.
Press SOURCE SELECT “1” to select
VCR1 as the source component.
•The indicator lights in red.
•If the SOURCE SELECT “1” indicator on
the JX-S333 is already lit, it is not required
to press the SOURCE SELECT “1” button.
2.Start playback of VCR1.
•The VCR1 playback video is displayed on the TV
monitor screen.
3.
Start recording of VCR2.
4.Press DUBBING LOCK to set the
dubbing lock mode.
•The indicator lights in red.
5.Press SOURCE SELECT “3” to
watch the playback picture
through the DVD player.
•The SOURCE SELECT “3” indicator lights in red.
•The playback picture through the DVD player is
displayed on the TV monitor screen.
Preparation
•When the input source is changed by pressing one of the
SOURCE SELECT buttons in the dubbing lock mode, the
video displayed on the TV monitor connected to the MONI-
TOR OUT connectors can be changed without affecting the
video being dubbed.
POWER
DUBBING LOCK
(MONITOR SELECT)
1
2
3
4
LINK
SOURCE
SELECT
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBING LOCK
LINK
SOURCE SELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
1 5 4
5Selecting DVD player
4Set the dubbing lock mode
1Selecting VCR 1
1
PLAY
REC
DUBBING LOCK
( MONITOR SELECT )
3
To exit from dubbing lock mode:
•Press DUBBING LOCK again.
PLAYPlayback video
DBS video
•Some video software may contain signals to prevent it from being copied. If you try to copy such a program, the results will not
be viewable.
•Recording of copyrighted material for purposes other than personal use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
•While the DUBBING LOCK function is activated, the power cannot be turned off and the LINK button does not work.
Notes:
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•The S-VIDEO input/output connectors are those for the
Y/C (luminance/chrominance) separate video signals.
Useful Tips
S-VIDEO input/output connectors
•JX-S333 is equipped with the S-video/component video
conversion circuitry which converts the incoming S-video
signals into component video signals and emits through
all component video output connectors.
S-video to component video conversion
•If these connectors are connected to a VCR equipped
with S-VIDEO connectors, recording and playback of
clearer video becomes possible by reducing loss in the
video signal.
S-video
cord
Audio
cord
Component
video cord
Audio
cord
This signal is
converted into
component
video signal.
VCR without the component
video output TV monitor with the
component video input
:Signals
Component connectors
•Component connection is recommended when connecting
a DVD player or DBS tuner (equipped with component input
connectors) to a TV monitor.
Since a DVD disc is encoded with a component video (Y
color difference) signal format it can reproduce better
quality color than the composite or S-video signal used in
a VCR.
With a component connection, the signal encoded on a
DVD disc can be output in its original form to maintain the
highest quality picture.
TV monitor
:Signals
DVD player DBS tuner
Notes:
•If both the S-VIDEO and component video connectors
are connected between the components, the incoming
signals are emitted through the respective output
connectors. (☞P. 7 “Video input/output signals”)
•The quality of the converted signals are equal to the
original S-video signal quality. Conversion process
never improve the picture quality.
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ENGLISH
INTRODUCTION
BASIC OPERATION
ADVANCED
OPERATION
OTHERS
DUBBING LOCK function
•DUBBING LOCK button
Provides the dubbing lock function for prevention of accidental operational mistakes as well as
a monitor select function for watching a video program while recording another.
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBING LOCK
LINK
SOURCE SELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
Dubbing lock function
When the DUBBING LOCK button is pressed while the VCR
for recording is in use, the POWER ( STANDBY/ON) and
LINK buttons are disabled.
Also, even when the SOURCE SELECT button is pressed by
mistake, the dubbing lock function keeps the signal output
from the output connectors so that the recording of the VCR
can be continued.
Monitor select function
This function is most often used in “watching a video program
while recording another one”. Pressing the DUBBING LOCK
button during recording sets the dubbing lock mode, the user
can change the video displayed on the TV monitor screen
by pressing one of the SOURCE SELECT buttons.
(The SOURCE SELECT “1” and “3” indicators light in red.)
•Flow of monitor select function depending on
the DUBBING LOCK button
SOURCE SELECT 1
ON
DUBBING LOCK
ON
SOURCE SELECT 3
ON
DUBBING LOCK
OFF
OUTPUT 2:VCR1 output
(Source 1)
MONITOR output : VCR1 output
(Source 1)
OUTPUT 2:VCR1 output
(Source 1)
MONITOR output : VCR1 output
(Source 1)
OUTPUT 2:VCR1 output
(Source 1)
MONITOR output : VCR3 output
(Source 3)
OUTPUT 2:VCR1 output
(Source 1)
MONITOR output : VCR1 output
(Source 1)
Operation
disabled
Operation available
by monitor select
function
DUBBING
LOCK ON
Operation
disabled
Player VCR1 Player VCR3
: Flow of VCR1 signal
: Flow of VCR3 signal
Video switched
by monitorselect function
Recorder VCR2 TV monitor
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LINK function
Useful Tips (continued)
•Using the LINK function, you can turn on and off the power to the JX-S333 by detecting the
incoming S-video signals. Therefore, it is not required to turn on the power to the JX-S333
manually.
How to set the function
1Press one of the SOURCE SELECT buttons for which you
can set this function.
2Press LINK to activate the LINK function for the selected
playback component.
The LINK indicator lights in red.
To cancel the function, press LINK again.
The LINK indicator goes off.
How the function actually works
When the JX-S333 detects incoming signal through the
playback source for which the LINK function is activated,
the power comes on automatically.
When incoming signal stops, the power goes off.
•To use the LINK function, the playback components
should be connected to the JX-S333 using the S-
VIDEO connectors. If connected using the component
video connectors, this does not function.
•If you do not use the LINK function, deactivate the
function by pressing LINK (the indicator goes off), then
turn on the power to the JX-S333.
To activate the function, press LINK again.
•While the DUBBING LOCK function is in use, the LINK
button does not work.
To cancel the LINK function, first cancel the DUBBING
LOCK function.
Notes:
STANDBY/ON
1234
DUBBINGLOCK
LINK
SOURCESELECT
(MONITORSELECT)
(MONITORSELECT)
When S-video signals
are emitted...
JX-S333 automatically turns on by detecting the in-
coming S-video signals.
(When the signals stop, the power also turns off.)
S-video signals
Component signals
JX-S333
DVD Player
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