JVC HR-A591U User manual

Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder.
Before use, please read the safety information and precautions to
ensure safe use of your new VCR.
CAUTIONS
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)
instrudions 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 with AC 120V-,
60Hz only
To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any
other power source.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENTELECTRICSHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION:
POUR I_VITERLESCHOCS I_LECTRIQUES,INTRODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGEDE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISEET POUSSERJUSQU'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 NECthat provides guidelines
for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable
ground shall be conneded to the grounding system of the
building, as close to the point of cable entry as pradical.
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 or video cassette.
I 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 block the VCR's ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or on the Remote.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on the top of the VCR
or on the Remote.
5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.
For Customer Use:
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.
SQPB
•Cassettes marked '_/I-tS"(or "S-VI-tS'_ can be used with this video
cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with
this model.
• This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK)
that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings with
regular VHS resolution.
• HQVHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
• As an Energy Star® Partner, JVC has determined that this
product or product model meets the Energy Star® guidelines for
energy efficiency

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
personal 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 instrudions. For your safety, please read
all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this
product and keep this booklet for future reference.
INSTALLATION
I. 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 power company
If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other
sources, refer to the operating instrudions.
5. 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.
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.
• Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa,
rug or other similar surface.
• 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 instrudions 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
I. 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 National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and
supporting strudure, 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
powerqine surges.
5. 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
LAMP_ ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
_GROUND C
ANTENNA
Vi O,SCRARGEUN,,
I I /_(NEC SECTION
GROUNDING
CONDUCTORS
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODESYS]EM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC- NA'nONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
USE
1. Accessories
To avoid personal injury:
• Do not place this product 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.
• Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended
by the manufacturer or sold with the product.
• Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer
and follow the manufacturer's instructions for any mounting of
the product.
• 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 PO_ASLECA_WARNING
moved with care. Quick stops, excessive (SymbolprovidedbyRETAC)
force, and uneven surfaces may cause the
product and cart combination to overturn.
5. Waterand 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
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. Iftheproductdoesnotoperatenormallybyfollowingthe
operatinginstructions.Adjustonlythosecontrolsthatare
coveredbytheoperatinginstructionsasanimproper
adjustmentofothercontrolsmayresultindamageandwill
oftenrequireextensiveworkbyaqualifiedtechniciantorestore
theproducttoitsnormaloperation.
e. Iftheproducthasbeendroppedordamagedinanyway.
f. Whentheproductexhibitsadistindchangeinperformance-
thisindicatesaneedforservice.
3. ReplacementParts
Whenreplacementpartsarerequired,besuretheservicetechnician
hasusedreplacementpartsspecifiedbythemanufacturerorwhich
havethesamecharaderisticsastheoriginalpart.Unauthorized
substitutionsmayresultinfire,electricshockorotherhazards.
4. SafetyCheck
Uponcompletionofanyserviceorrepairstothisproduct,askthe
servicetechniciantoperformsafetycheckstodeterminethatthe
productisinsafeoperatingcondition.
How to use the Remote
Before use, insert two AAA size batteries into the Remote with the
polarity (_and_) matched correctly as indicated on the battery
compartment or on the lid.
• Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target
component.
• The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 5
m.
NOTE:
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a
few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.
Video heads cleaning
Use a dry cleaning cassette - TCL-2- when:
• Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.
•The picture is unclear or no picture appears.
Buttons, Connectors and Indicators
Front Panel
POWER STOP/DEC"
Cassette loading slot
I
REC
PLAY
Remote REW
sensor
I
FF
Display Panel
One-touch Timer Recording
I //VCR
Timer h I/,/
Record _"-_ _f_2_ _ ATR (Auto
I/a'l mm'mml,u_ I Tracking)
Tape In _ ] _q"- AM/PM
Multi-Fundion Display
Rear Panel
AC power cord UHF/VHF IN (ANT)
AU DIO/VI DEO 0UT
UHF/VHF OUT (TV)

Remote
POWER
Number keys --
AUX
REC
REW
STOP
MENU
SET-/+
TV/VCR
A.MONITOR
TV POWER
INPUT
TV VOL-/+
CH-/+
PAUSE
PLAY
FF
ENTER
TIMER
CANCEL
C.RESET
SP/EP
DISPLAY
TV CH-/+
Connections and VCR channel
Setting
[Check contents
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed
in "Specifications".
[]Situate VCR
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
[]Connect VCR to TV
Antennaor cable
t_:_ Coaxialcable_ -.
Flatfeeder "_"_)
Matching transformer
(not supplied) .|.
AC power cord
This Remote transmit A code
signals only; it is not applicable
to B code signals.
On-screen display
If you press DISPLAY on the Remote, you can see the current VCR
status on the IV screen. Press DISPLAY again to exit on-screen
display.
The indications are not recorded even if the VCR is in the recording
mode.
WH ILEWATCH ING TV
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J/STEREO SAP J
STEREOAND" I
SEPARATEAUDIO|
PROGRAM(SAP)/
OUTPUT-E-STEREO 00:00:00SP TAPE
SELECTION_" ] SPEED
REALTIME COUNTER
WH ILE OPERATING A TAPE
OPERATINGMODE
8:30 AM THU CH 121_51
HI-FI STEREO HI-FI
,./_I_ AUTO REPEAT
AUTO TRACKING AUTO TR, :(2_I_1Jl_00sp) TAPEIN
OUTPUT STEREO 00:00
SELECTION
Backof VCR
ACoutlet
Toaudio/video input connedors
2- dio/video cable
(not supplied) J
RFcable
TV To75_ terminal (supplied)
RF Connection
[] Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
[] Connect the TV antenna cable to the UHF/VHF IN
terminal on the rear of the VCR.
[] Connect the supplied RFcable between the UHF/VHF
OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the TV's
antenna input terminal.
AV Connection
(improves picture quality during tape playback.)
If your TV is equipped with audio/video input connectors
[] Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the
illustration.
[] Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/
VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the
audio/video input connectors on the TV.
• Even if you are using audio/video 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.

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[ Set VCR channel
[]
[]
To view playback of a recorded tape, or to watch a program
selected by the VCR's channel selector, the TV must be set to
channel 5 or 4 (video channel) when a TV is connected with
the 75 ohm coaxial cable only.
[] Pressand hold POWER on the unit for 5 seconds in
standby mode. The video channel will start to flash in the
display. \ /
PressCH -/+ to set the video ir_F _ 3 vcR_
channel3 or 4. /\
Press ENTER to set the
selected video channel in step I into the memory.
[]
Turn ON the TV and set to CH 3
or 4 to correspond with the
channel selected in step 1.
Turn on the VCR and select any
channel to receive aTV station
in your area. The channel
CH 1251
number will appear on the screen and display for about
4 seconds.
Initial 5etlings
Language Setting
The default setting is "ENGLISH".
[ Access Menu screen
PressMENU on the Remote. Press
SET-/+ to select "LANG UAG E',then
press ENTER.
f MENU
II CLOCK SET
111 TIMER REC SET
111 AUTO REPEAT ON •OFF
1| CH SET UP
[ _II_AP ON •OFF
t-II LANGUAGFJIDIOMA/LANGU E
|/r_lO NOISE BACKGROUND
| •ON OFF
(+/-/ENTER/MENU) •
[] Select language
This VCR offers you the language
choice to view menus and some
messages - in English, Spanish or
French. PressSET -/+ to select your
desired language, then press ENTER.
I LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
• ENGLISH
ESPAi_OL
FRANCAIS
(+/-/ENTER/MENU)
PressMENU twice to return to normal screen.
Clock Selling
Preparations
You must set the date and time for timer recording.
£/MENU 1
[]Access Menu screen -iiCLOCKSET
/II_IMER REC SET
| AUTO REPEAT ON •OFF
Press MENU on the Remote. Press nCNSETUP
IISAP ON IbOFF
SET-/+ to select "CLOCK SET",then |LANGUAGFJIDIOMA/LANGUE
IINO NOISE BACKGROUND
press ENTER. _(+/_/ENTER/MENu_ONOFF
Set month, day, year and time
PressSET -/+ until the desired month
appears, then press ENTER. Set the
day, year and time in the same way. MONT.20'--,, 1
DAY 1 (SUN)
YEAR 2000
TIME 12 : 00AM
{+/--/ENTER/CANCEUMENt)
os c,ockIMoN Hlo] EA 2ool
PressMENU twice and normal screen DAY 20(FRO
appears. \ t
TIME 8-t- 30"A'M
/\
(+H-/ENTER/CANCEUMENU)
To make corrections any time during the process
PressCANCEL repeatedly until the item you want to change
blinks, then press SET-/+.
NOTE:
After a power failure or disconnection of the power, the
timer settings will be lost. In this case, reset the present time.

Tuner Setting
This VCR is equipped with a channel memory feature which
allows channels to skip up or down to the next channel set
into memory, skipping over unwanted channels. Before
selecting channels, they must be programmed into the VCR's
memory. In addition to normal VHF and UHF channels, this
VCR can receive up to 113Cable TV channels. To use this
VCR with an antenna, set the W/CAW menu option to the
TV mode. When shipped from the factory, this menu option
is in the CATV mode.
- TV/CATV Selection
H Access Menu screen, then CH Set
Up screen
Press MENU on the Remote. Press
SET-/+ to select "CH SETUP", then
press ENTER.
[] Perform TV/CATV Selection
PressSET-/+ to select "TV/CATV",
then press ENTER to select the -IV
or CATV mode. The arrow indicates
the selected mode.
f MENU
| CLOCK SET |
| TIMER REC SET |
|_UTO REPEAT ON,OFF |
| CH SET UP |
|_$AP ON ,OFF |
| LANGUAGEIIDIOMA/LANGUE |
| NO NOISE BACKGROUND l
"ON OFF |
(+/-/ENTER/MENU) ,_)
CH SET UP
II--TV IbCATV
I'I UToOo # MORY
L (+/-/ENTER/MENU)
PressMENU twice to return to normal screen.
Setting channels automatically
- Auto Channel Memory
The VCR can receive a maximum of
181channels by presetting the
channels into memory
Access Menu screen, then CH
Set Up screen
PressMENU on the Remote. Press
SET-/+ to select "CH SETUP", then
press ENTER.
Perform Auto Channel Memory
PressSET-/+ to select %UTO CH
MEMORY", then press ENTER.
Complete Auto Channel Memory
The auto tuning will start. The
channel display will count up and
when finished, the screen returns to
normal.
f ENU 1
I CLOCK SET
I TIMER REC SET
I)_UTO REPEAT ON'OFF
| CH SET UP
I_AP ON "OFF
ILANG UAGE/IDIOMA/LANG UE
| NO NOISE BACKGROUND
"ON OFF
(+/-/ENTER/MENU)
f CH SET UP
I/ TV "CATV
I AUTO CH MEMORY
I_ADD/DELETE
(+/-/ENTER/MENU)
i
Setting channels manually
- Manual Channel Set
You can add the channels you want or delete the channels
you do not want manually.
H Access Menu screen, then CH I MENU
I I CLOCK SET I
Set Up screen IITIMER RECSET /
|\|_UTO REPEAT ON'OFF l
-I-I CH SET UP I
PressMENU on the Remote. Press VI_AP ON,OFFI
.I I LANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUEI
SET-/+ to select "CH SETUP, then /INO NOISEBACKGROUND/
l"ON OFF I
press ENTER. !,,(+/-/ENTER/MENU)J
Access ADD/DELETE Mode
Press SET-/+ to select "ADD/
DELETE",then press ENTER.
:H ::T:LTV ]
/AUTO CH MEMORY
ADD/DELETE
(+/-/ENTER/MENU)
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[] PressSET -/+ on the Remote to
select a channel number you
want to add or delete. (+/-/ENTER/MENU)
[] To add channels
[]
PressENTER until "ADD" appears on the screen to set to
add the unmemorized channel.
To delete channels
PressENTER until "DELETE"appears on the screen to set
to delete the channel from memory.
Repeat [] to [] to add or delete other channel.
PressMENU three times to return to normal screen.
NOTE: You can't select "CH SETUP" if you set the channel
to "L".

Playback
Basic Playback
HLoad acassette
PressPLAY (D>) on the
Remote.
•Playback will proceed at
1/10th of the normal speed.
• Press PLAY (D>) to resume
normal playback.
OR Press Play (11_)on the
VCR.
NOTE:
During slow motion picture, some noise might appear on
the TV screen. Use the SET-/+ on the Remote to eliminate
the noise.
Make sure the window side is up, the rear
label side is facing you and the arrow on
the front of the cassette is pointing
towards the VCR.
• Do not apply too much pressure when
inserting.
• The VCR turns on, and the counter on
the on-screen display is reset, automatically
• If the cassette's record safety tab has been removed, playback
begins automatically
H Start playback
Press PLAY (E:>).
PressREW (<:3<3)or FF
(E:>¢>)on the Remote.
• Press PLAY (D>) to resume
normal playback.
PressREW (<3<3) or FF
(1_¢>) repeatedly on the
Remote.
• PressPLAY (D>) to resume
normal playback.
• Eachtime you press REW
(<3<3) or FF(_1_>) the
playback speed changes.
OR Press REW (_1_1) or
FF(I1_1_) on the VCR.
OR Press REW (_1_1) or FF
(I1_1_) repeatedly on
the VCR.
PressSTOP (1_) on the
Remote. OR PressSTOP/ElECT (11/ --_)on the VCR.
I "1
Press USE.I "1
• Press PLAY (D>) to resume
normal playback.
Press PAUSE to pause, then
press PAUSE repeatedly
Press PLAY (D>) to resume
normal playback.
TAPESPEED
SP
EP
PICTURESEARCH SPEED
PRESSONCE PRESSTWICE
3X 5X
9X 15X
Press REW (<]<_) or FF
(l_q_) on the Remote. OR PressREW (_1_1) or FF (I_1_) on the VCR.
I "1
PressSTOP/El ECT (11/_) on
the VCR.
•You can also eject the
cassette when the VCR is
turned off.
PressPOWER on the
Remote. OR Press POWER if.b/I) on the VCR.

Playback Features
Adjusting tracking condition
- Tracking Adjustment
Automatic tracking adjustment
Whenever you insert a tape and start playback, automatic
tracking starts working and continuously analyzes the signal
to enable optimum picture quality during playback.
Manual tracking adjustment
If automatic tracking cannot eliminate noises well during
playback, press SET-/+ on the Remote to eliminate the
noises. Press it briefly for a fine adjustment, or press and
hold for a coarse adjustment.
•PressSP/EP on the Remote again to reactivate automatic
tracking.
Playing back tape repeatedly
-Auto Repeat Play
[] Access Menu screen
PressMENU on the Remote.
Press SET -/+ to select "AUTO
REPEAT". f_ MENU 1
iCLOCK SET
71MER REC SET
AUTO REPEAT ON IbOFF
II'_H SET UP
iSAP ON IbOFF
iLANG UAGE/IDIOMA/LANGU E
iNO NOISE BACKGROUND
I_ON OFF
(+/-/ENTER/MENU)
[] Select ON/OFF
Press ENTER to select "ON" or
"OFF".
PressMENU to return to normal
screen. f_ ENU 1
iCLOCK SET
71MER REC SET
AUTO REPEAT !"ON OFF
II*_H SET UP
iSAP ON I_OFF
iLANG UAGE/IDIOMNLANGU E
iNO NOISE BACKGROUND
I"ON OFF
(+/-/ENTER/MENU)
Start Auto Repeat Play
Press PLAY.The tape will play
over and over until the repeat
mode is canceled.
Recording
It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted
material without the consent of the copyright owner.
Accidental erasure prevention
To prevent accidental recording on a recorded
cassette, remove its record safety tab.
To record on it later, cover the hole
with adhesive tape.
Basic Recording
Load a cassette
intact. If not, cover the hole with
adhesive tape before inserting the
cassette.
• The VCR turns on, and the counter r_
is reset, automatically.
Select recording channel _1
Press CH-/+ or the Number keys on CH001J
the Remote [CH-/+ on the VCR].
• If you connect the TV and the VCR
only using the RF connection, press
TV/VCR on the Remote so that the
VCR mode indicator lights on the display panel, to view the
program to be recorded. N
Set tape speed ]
Press SP/EP. J
00:00:00 SP
Start recording r
On the VCR, press REC. Or on the k
Remote, while holding REC, press
PLAY (D>).
Press PAUSE.
• Press PAUSE to resume recording.
• You can select channel in the
recording pause mode. I011 1
Press STOP ([2) on the
Remote. OR Press STOP/EJECT
(i/--) on the VCR.

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Recording Features
Specifying recording length
- One Touch Timer Recording (OTR)
The One-touch Timer Recording feature provides a
simple and convenient way to make a timed
recording.
EXAMPLE: One-touch Timer Recording for 30 minutes.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the
TV on and select the video input mode on the TV.
H Load a cassette tape with the
erase prevention tab intact. The
clock display will change in the
counter display.
D
m
D
PressSP/EPto select the desired
tape speed SPor EP.
The counter and SPor EPwill
appear on the screen for about 4
seconds.
Pressthe Number keys or CH -/+
to select the channel to be
recorded.
The channel number will appear
on the screen and display for
about 4 seconds.
PressRECon the VCR or while
holding REC press PLAY ([7>) on
the Remote to begin recording.
PressRECon the VCR again to
stop recording after 30 minutes.
Each additional press of RECwill
increase recording time as shown
in the chart below, up to a
maximum of 5 hours. The OTR
and recording time will appear on
screen for about 4 seconds.
NOTES:
00:00:00 SP 1
OTR 0 : 30
CH 125
• Press RECto increase Press Recording time
the time needed for once NORMALREC
recording (Seethe twice 0:30
chart ). 3times 1:00
• To cancel OTR, press 4 times 1:30
STOP (Iq) or turn off 5times 2:00
6 times 3:00
the power. 7times 4:00
8times 5:00
9 times NORMAL REC
Watching one program while recording another
During recording...
• If you connect the TV and the VCR only using the RF
connection to view pictures from the VCR, press TV/VCR
on the Remote so that VCR mode indicator goes off from
the display panel. (The TV broadcast being recorded
disappears.)
• If you are using the AV connection to view pictures from
the VCR, change the TV's input mode from AV to TV.
Then, select the channel you want to watch, on the TV.
Timer Recording
Timer recording can be programmed on-screen with
the remote control. The built-in timer allows automatic
unattended recording of up to 8 programs within l
month.
NOTES:
• After timer recording is completed, the VCR turns off
automatically.
• You can program the timer recording while a regular
recording is in progress; the menu screens will not be
recorded.
• The timer recording will start at 20 seconds before the time
you predetermined.
EXAMPLE: Program a timer recording for the 26th day,
channel 125 (CATV), 11:00 - 11:30 PM on timer program
number 1 (Tape speed: EP).
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the
TV and this VCR on and select the video input mode on the
TV.
HPressMENU on the Remote.
Checkthe "TIM ERRECSET"
option is selected, then press
ENTER.
mPressSET-/+ to select one of
the program lines, then press
ENTER.
Press SET-/+ to select the
date, then press ENTER.
D Setthe start time, end time,
channel and tape speed as in
step 3.
e
m
NOTE: To record from external
source, press SET -/+
and set the channel to
"L". "L" will appear next
to CH 125 (or 69).
To enter other programs,
repeat step 2 through 4. Or,
press MENU twice to return
to the normal screen.
Press TIMER on the Remote.
The power will go off, the
TIMER REC indicator (Fq) will
light and the VCR stands by
for recording.
I ENU 1
I/CLOCK SET
II TIMER REC SET
I_,UTO REPEAT ON I_OFF
II CH SET UP
II SAP ON I_OFF
II LANG UAG E/IDIOMA/LANGUE
II NO NOISE BACKGROUND
I_ON OFF
(+/-/ENTER/MENU)
-2+_2/ENTE-RZ_NCiU_;ENU_
;;iiiiiiiiii17
i_ENTER/ZNCEUMENUi
o,,E B,ART_NOORI
26(8U) 11:00PM 11:30PM 125- EP t--
....... ;-- -; ..... t\1
:::::::::::::::::: ::[[::::::::::::J
DATE BTARTEND CH
26 (..I_) %1 __0__O_PM__I"_0_P_I___ _E d
-_:::-"-_i:s_-i-_:":_':/
Tousethe VCRwhile it is in timer recording standby mode
Press TIMER. After you use the VCR, press TIMER again
to put the VCR into timer recording standby mode.

TO CORRECT THE SETTINGS
When setting the Timer Recording, press ENTER until the
desired setting blinks, then re-enter the setting using SET -/+.
When finished, press ENTER.
NOTES: • The VCR cannot be used while the TIMER REC
indicator (P3)is lit. 8:00 9:00 10:00 11:00
• After a power failure or disconnedion of the Program1
power plug, all programmed recording settings Program2 _ ]
must be reset upon resumption of power. In this _--.DeletedParts.--._
case, reset the clock and reprogram any timer Program3 _ Non Recorded Portion P....
recordings. Recording Prog.1 Prog.2 Prog.3
• PressCANCEL to move cursor backward for controlSettings
correction.
TO SET DAILY/WEEKLY TIMER
When setting the date in step 3 in the Setting the Timer
Recording section on the previous page, press SET-
repeatedly.
The setting changes as follows:
Example
Thecurrentday(Friday)
¢
One month later
minus one day
t
WKL-WE _---
(WeeklyWednesday)
SU-SA (Sunday to Saturday)
MO_-SA(Monday to Saturday)
MO-_FR(Monday to Friday)
WKL_-TH(Weekly Thursday)
IF THE PROGRAM OVERLAPS ANOTHER
NOTE: Do not overlap programs as portions of the
conflicting programs will be lost. The first
recording time has priority over the next recording
time as shown in the diagram.
NOTES: • The everyday/every week recording can be made
continuously until the recording is canceled or
the tape reaches the end.
• During timer recording, the automatic rewinding
mechanism does not function.
TO CONFIRM THE SETTINGS
Press SET-/+ to select the
"TIMER RECSET"option in the
MENU. Then press ENTER to
display the timer program list.
Press MENU twice to return to
the normal screen.
Al_ _gTAF_ _ND/ Ct# /_
26 (WE) 1t:00PM 1I:30PM 125 EP "I-
L-;7_Nfg_TC*N&[,_ENU;J
TO CANCEL A PROGRAM
Pressthe SET-/+ to select the
"TIMER RECSET"option in the
MENU. Then press SET -/+ to
select the unnecessary program,
and press CANCEL to cancel the
program.
,_C_A_E _6TAI_T _END/ CJ4 _.
k-_+TZNTE_iOiNCi_-ENUi )

Other Functions
•Changing display information
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
panel shows the time counter and the clock
time alternatively, t
• When DISPLAY on the Remote is pressed,
time counter will appear on the TV screen.
To reset the time counter, press C. RESETon the Remote.
• BLUE BACK - ON/OFF
When this function is set to "ON", the TV screen becomes all
blue in the following case:
When receiving a channel not in use.
H PressMENU on the remote. PressSET -/+ to select
"NO NOISE BACKGROUND".
[] Press ENTER to select "ON".
PressMENU to return to normal screen.
• STEREO RECORDING AND PLAYBACK
RECORDING STEREO BROADCASTS
The VHS Hi-Fi audio system permits high fidelity recording
of MTS STEREOTV broadcasts.
When a MTS STEREObroadcast is fSTEREO
received, the STEREOwill appear on L
the screen and the program can be
viewed or recorded in stereo.
The Hi-Fi STEREOrecording proce-
dure is the same as for normal
recordings.
NOTE: When using a CATV system, stereo TV programs may
be transmitted over a mono cable channel. Inthis case
the word "STEREO"will not appear and the sound will
be in mono.
OUTPUT SELECTION
When viewing an MTS STEREO TV program, or playing a
prerecorded VHS Hi-Fi STEREOvideotape, pressA.MONITO R
to select how the audio will be heard through the speakers.
Normally setto the Hi-Fi STEREOposition, this button can be
setto the MONO position if the stereo broadcast or videotape
audio is of poor quality The "R" and "L" positions allow the
audio from the Right or Left Hi-Fi channel to be heard over
both TV speakers. This button has no effect when viewing a
MONO videotape or TV program. Each time when you press
the button, OUTPUT SELECTIONdisplay appears on the screen
for several seconds. Referto the chart below.
OUTPUT SOUND HEARD ON BOTH
SELECTION SPEAKERS
STEREO STEREO
L ch LEFT CHANNEL AUDIO
R ch RIGHT CHANNEL AUDIO
MONO MONO
• SEPARATE AUDIO PROGRAM (SAP)
Your VCR is fitted with an SAP broadcast system which
enables you to switch to a SEPARATEAUDIO PROGRAM
when viewing a selected channel.
This function applies only when the program is
broadcast in multi-languages through the SAP broadcast
system.
When a TV is connected with an audio/video cable, turn the
TV and this VCRon, and select the video input mode the TV.
H PressMENU.
Presson the Remote SET -/+
to select "SAP"option.
PressENTER to select "ON"
position.
PressMENU to return to
normal screen.
f MENU
| CLOCK SET
| TIMER REC SET
iAUTO REPEAT ON _'OFF
i._H SET UP
iSAP ON I_OFF
i*&.ANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
iNO NOISE BACKGROUND
ONII_OFF
(+/-/ENTER/MENU) •
f MENU
iCLOCK SET
iTIMER REC SET
lAUTO REPEAT ON I_OFF
I,_H SET UP
lSAP IbON OFF
I'_,ANGUAGE/IDIOMA/LANGUE
lNO NOISE BACKGROUND
ONIb.OFF
(+/-/ENTER/MENU) •
• LISTENING TO SAP
When the VCR is turned on or a channel selection is made,
make certain "SAP" appears on the screen.
This means that the "Separate Audio Program" broadcast-
ing is available.
ISTEREOSAP10ISAPI
JVC TV Remote Control
This Remote can control some functions (TV POWER,
INPUT, TV CH -/+ and TV VOL -/+) of a remote
controllable JVC TV without setting.
NOTE:
• It's not possible to operate a unit not equipped with a
remote sensor.
• This Remote can control a JVC TV only.
NOTES: • When playing back a tape that is not recorded in
Hi-Fi stereo mode, the audio will automatically be
monaural.
• When listening to a VHS Hi-Fi video tape or MTS
broadcast through the VHF/UHF jack (Audio/
Video cord not connected), the sound will be
monaural.

Editing
You can use your VCR as the playback or recording VCR.
You can use a camcorder as the playback VCR and your VCR
asthe recording VCR. Refer also to the other components'
instruction manuals for connection and its operations.
[] Make connections
Example: When using this VCR asthe playback VCR
Toaudio/video out
Audio/video cable (not
supplied)
,_ ,_, Toaudio/video input
When using this VCRas the recording VCR, connect this
VCR's audio/video input connectors to the audio/video
output connectors on the other VCR. If the playback VCR
is monaural, connect the audio output connector on the
playback VCR to the left audio input connector on this
VCR.
Load cassettes
Insert the playback cassette into the playback VCR and the
cassette to be recorded on into the recording VCR.
Select input mode on recording VCR
Selectthe correct external input on the recording VCR.
On this VCR (when using this VCR as the recording VCR);
Select"L" - when connecting the other VCRto the audio/video
input connectors on the front panel.
PressO (AUX) or CH-/+ on the Remote [CH-/+ on the VCR].
Start playback
PressPLAY (11_)on the playback VCR.
Start recording
PressRECon the recording VCR.

Before Requesting Service
Make sure by first checking the following points.
SYMPTOM [ CAUSE ] POSSIBLESOLUTION
POWER
No power. The AC power cord is not connected. Connect the AC power cord to the AC
outlet.
Although the power is on, it Cassetteis not inserted. Insert avideo cassette.
does not operate.
TV BROADCAST RECEPTION
A TV program that is selected by
the VCR does not appear on the
screen.
Antenna connection is not correct.
Antenna cable is disconnected.
The video channel is not in the correct
position.
The TV is not setto the video channel
5 or4.
The TV/VCRselector is set at TV mode
(TheTV/VCRindicator is not lit).
INPUT isset to the LINE mode.
The TV/CATVmenu option setting.
Connect it correctly.
Reconnectthe antenna cable.
Set it to CH5 or 4.
Setthe TV channel selector to the 5 or 4
position.
Pressthe TV/VCRselector button (The TV/
VCRindicator will light).
Pressthe Number key or CH -/+ button to
selectyour desired TV program.
Setthe TV/CAW menu option to selectTV
or CAW mode.
A TV program selected by the
VCRdoes not appear in color.
RECORDING
Placea pieceof vinyl tape over the gap.
TV recording does not work.
Timer recording does not work.
The erase prevention tab of the video
cassetteis broken off.
INPUT isset to the LINE mode.
The time is not set correctly.
The recording start/end time is not set
correctly.
The TIMERbutton has not been
pressed (TheTIMER RECsymbol [] is
not lit on the display).
Pressthe Number key or CH -/+ button to
selectyour desired TV program.
Resetthe present time.
Setthe start/end time.
Pressthe TIMER button (TheTIMER REC
symbol [] is lit on the display).
PLAYBACK
No picture on screenwhen TheTV is not setto the video channel 5
playing back a recorded tape. or 4.
Noise bars on screen.
Tracking adjustment beyond range of
automatic tracking circuit.
Video heads are dirty.
The tape is worn or damaged.
Setto the video channel 5 or 4 or
adjust the fine tuning button on your
TV set.
Adjust tracking manually using the SET- or
+ buttons on the remote control.
Havethe video headscleaned.
Try another tape.
REMOTE CONTROL
Remotecontrol does not work.
TV programs cannot beseen
_sing the TV selector.
It isnot aimed at the remote sensor.
Distancetoo far or too much light in
the room.
There is an obstacle in the path of the
beam.
The batteries are weak.
The +, - polarity of the batteries are
not inserted correctly.
The TV/VCRfunction is in the VCR
mode.
Aim it at the remote sensor.
Operate within 15feet (5 meters)
reduce the light inthe room.
Clear the path of the beam.
Replacethe batteries.
Insert correctly.
Setto W, or turn offthe VCRpower
button. ,j

Specifications
GENERAL
Power requirement
Power consumption
Power on
Power off
Temperature
Operating
Storage
Operating position
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Format
Maximum recording time
SP
EP
AC 120V, 60 Hz
9W
1.7W
5°C to 40°C (41°Fto 104°F)
-20°C to 60°C (-4°Fto140°F)
Horizontal only
360 mm x 95 mm x 224 mm (14-3/16" x3-3/4" x 8-13/16")
3.2 kg (71 Ibs)
VHSNTSCstandard
210 min. with ST-210 video cassette
630 min. with ST-210 video cassette
VIDEO/AUDIO
Signal system
Recording!Playback
system
Signal-to-noise ratio
Horizontal resolution
Frequency range
Normal audio
Hi-Fi audio
Input/Output
NTSC-type color signal and EIA monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields
DA-4 (Double Azimuth) head helical scan system
42 dB
230 lines
100 Hz to 10,000 Hz
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz
RCAconnedors (INx 1,OUTx 1)
TUNER
Tuning system
Channel coverage
VHF
UHF
CATV
RFoutput
Frequency-synthesized tuner
Channels 2-13
Channels 14-69
113Channels
Channel 3 or 4 (switchable; preset to Channel 3 when shipped) 75 ohms,
unbalanced
TIMER
Clock reference Quartz
Program capacity 1-month programmable timer/8 programs
Memory backup for timer Approx. 5 sec
ACCESSORIES
Provided accessories RF cable (F-type), Infrared remote control unit, "AAA' battery x 2
Specifications shown are for SP mode unless specified otherwise.
E.& O.E. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

FOR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.)
HOW TO LOCATE YOUR JVC SERVICE CENTER
http://www.jvc.com
Dear Customer,
In order to receive the most satisfaction from your purchase, please read the instruction booklet before operating the unit. In
the event that repair is necessary, or for the address nearest your location within the Continental United 5tares, please call 1-
800-537-5722 for your nearest authorized servicer or visit our website at wwwJVC.com. Remember to retain your Bill of Sale
for Warranty Service. _dVC
z
JVC SERVICE & ENGINEERING
COMPANY OF AM ERICA
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
5ophisticated 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 J VC is
world famous. The JVC service and engineering organization stands behind our products.
NATIONAL HEADQUARTERS
JVC SERVICE& ENGINEERING COMPANY OF AMERICA
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP.
10 New Maple Avenue
Pine Brook, NJ 07058-9641
ACCESSORIES
To purchase accessories for your JVC product, you may
contact your local JVC Dealer.
From the 48 Continental United 5tares call toll free:
1-800-882-2345 or on the web at wwwJVC.com
Don't service the product yoursel£
CA UTION
To prevent electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. There
are no user serviceable parts inside.
Please refer to qualified service personnel for repairs.

WARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.)
LIMITED WARRANTY CONSUMER VIDEO 1-90
JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA warrants this produd 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 Period9
PARTS LABOR
1YR 90DAYS
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, please call toll free: [phone].
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;
Z Accessories;
8. Batteries (except that Rechargeable Batteries are covered for 90 days 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 EXPRESSWARRANTY HEREIN.
JVC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGES,
WHETHER DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR 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
EXPRESSAND IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF M ERCHANTABILITY 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 damages 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 1700 Valley Road
DIVISION OF JVC AMERICAS CORP. Wayne, New Jersey 07470
REFURBISHEDPRODUCTS CARRYA SEPARATEWARRANTY, THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY.FORDETAILS OF
REFURBISHEDPRODUCT WARRANTY, PLEASEREFERTO 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 rear, bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain
this information for future reference.
Model No.: Serial No.:
Purchase date: Name of dealer: