JVC HR-S5200U User manual

HR-S5200U/S7200U
w/Cable¥ Ch
Changer
Ala
SP
ECIFICATIONS
(The
specification
shown
pertain
specifically
to
the
model
HR-S5200U)
GENERAL
Power requirement $
Power consumption:
Temperature
Operating
Storage
Operating position :
Dimensions (WxHxD) :
Weight
Format
Maximum recording
time (SP)
(EP)
VIDEO/AUDIO
AC 120 V~, 60 Hz ©
26W
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
—20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Horizontal only
400 x 94 x 340 mm
(15-3/4" x 3-3/4" x 13-7/16")
4.5 kg (10.0 Ibs) :
S-VHS/VHS NTSC standard with Hi-Fi
audio
160 min. with T-160 video cassette
480 min. with T-160 video cassette
Signal system :
Recording/Playback
system
Signal-to-noise ratio:
Horizontal resolution :
Frequency range :
Input/Output &
NTSC-type color signal and ELA
monochrome signal, 525 lines/60 fields
DA-4 (Double Aziniuth) head helical scan
system
45 dB.
400 lines (S-VHS)
240 lines (VHS)
70 Hz to 10,000 Hz (Normal audio)
20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (Hi-Fi audio)
RCA connectors (IN x 2, OUT x 1)
TUNER
Tuning
system
:
Frequency
synthesized
tuner
Channel
coverage
(VHF)
—:
Channels
2-13
(UHF)
_
:
Channels
14-69
(CATV)
:
113
Channels
RF
output
:
Channel
3
or
4
(switchable;
preset
to
Channel
3
when
shipped)
75
ohms,
unbalanced
TIMER
Clock reference : Quartz
Program
capacity
:.
1-year
programmable
timer/
8-programs
Memory backup time : Approx. 60 min.
ACCESSORIES
Provided accessories : RF cable (F-type),
Infrared remote control unit,
“AAA” battery x 2,
Cable Box Controller,
S-Video cable (4-pin),
Audio/Video cable,
Mini-plug cable
Specifications
shown
are
for
SP
mode
unless
otherwise
specified.
E.
&
OE.
Design
and
specifications
subject
to
change
without
notice.
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COPYRIGHT
©
1995
VICTOR
COMPANY
OF
JAPAN,
LTD.

Safety Precautions
f CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DONOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
* DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SEAVICING 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.
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.
- 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~,
| 60 Hz 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.
SVHs'
®,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".
EN-2
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE:
@ When you are not using the video recorder for a long period of
time, it is recommended that you disconnect the. power cord
from the.AC outlet:
@ Changes or modifications not approved by JVC. could void
user's authority to operate the equipment.
@ The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear and/or
side of the. unit.
™ Please read the "Precautions" section of this instruction
manual and the "Video Products Safety Guide" enclosed with
this manual before installing or operating the VCR.
@ This instruction manual, and the other reference materials
enclosed with it, contain important information on VCR
operation and proper usage. Please keep them near your VCR
in a place where you can easily access them for reference.
® It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record’ pre-
recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent of the
owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast
or cable program and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or
artistic work embodied therein.
How To Use This Instruction Manual
This instruction manual begins with an introductory
section, "Getting To Know Your VCR", followed by
" necessary set-up procedures in "Setting Up Your VCR".
The next five sections —"Playback", "Recording",
"Timer-Recording with VCR Plus+”, "Timer-Recording
without VCR Plus+" and "Special Features" — take you
step-by-step through these operations of your VCR.
“Editing" introduces you to your VCR's editing features.
"If You Have Any Questions" is the section you should
refer to if you experience any problems in VCR operation
or if you need additional information regarding a feature
or terminology. At the end of the book you will find
"Warranty" information and the locations you can contact
"For Servicing".
Throughout the book, if you ever need to refer to
another page for instructions or information, you will be
told so by a (> mark pointing to the page number.
Unless otherwise specified, operation buttons
mentioned in-the instructions refer to those located on the
remote.control, not those duplicated on the VCR.
Remember, you must use your VCR correctly to fully
enjoy it. Please use this manual effectively. It's the surest
and quickest way to unlock the full potential of your new
JVC'VCR.
VCR Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corp.
VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under licence from Gemstar
Development Corporation.
Table Of Contents
Some of your VCR's features
Instant ReView c= p. 22
Quick accesss to your recordings! At the touch of a button, this
function automatically turns on the VCR, rewinds the tape, searches
for the beginning of your recorded program, and starts playback.
VCR Plus+ Programming cz p. 28
Easy timer programming—just punch-in the code number in your
TV listing.
Auto Daylight Saving Time cz p. 11
Automatic adjustment of the VCR's clock for Daylight Saving
Time.
TV and Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote
Control: cz p. 33
Compatible with most major brands of televisions and Cable Boxes.
for basic control functions. Puts an end to two-handed remote
control.
Getting To Know Your VCR
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Setting Up Your VCR
Making the right connections...
Setting your VCR's clock........
Setting your VCR's tuner
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Setting: your VCR's tuner and Cable Box
Controller.
Setting. Up:the VCR Plus+-feature
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EN-3
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Getting T o Know Your VCR
To open the front cover, push the left upper end where labelled "PUSH-OPEN".
Cassette Loading Slot
WARNING .
® Do not insert fingers or foreign objects into the cassette
loading slot since this could lead to injury or damage to the
POWER Button
S-VHS Button
MENU/CH/SET/ oF p. 27
SELECT cx p.7
R.A.EDIT
Instant ReView START Button ™ Do not try to pull out a cassette once automatic loading has
Button
cr
p.
22
>
p,
36-37
started.
This
could
cause
injury
or
damage
the
mechanism.
NS
INSERT Button
: Display Panel cz p. 6
a Sifted Infrared Sensor Window wre
conn rp. 2 ove tion Buttons
Connectors
cp,
25
om
the
remote
control
toward
indicator
=
allel
ut
or p. 34, 35, " cy p. 27 | Sane
TV/VIDEO Button cz p. 25 <<</e Rewind/Fast Forward
INDEX MARK and A. DUB Button (JOG/SHUTTLE control)
Button c> p. 29, 31 cy p. 35 " PAUSE
ERASE Buttons cy p. 22 TIMER Butto p. 29, Pp a a
Back Panel
AUDIO/VIDEO IN(put) ANTENNA-IN Connector
Connectors cz p. 34 cr p.8-10
CABLE BOX
Connector cz p. 14
AC Power Cord cz p. 8 ~ 10.
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT (put)
Connectors <> p. 9-10
PAUSE/SPECIAL
FUNCTION Connector RF Output Channel
cr p. 24, 35, 36. Select Switch cv p. 8
S VIDEO OUT(put)/
IN(put) Connectors .
or p. 10,34
EN-4
Instant ReView cr p. 22
Display 7 p. 6, 23
TV/VIDEO Mode Switching
Multi-Purpose Digit Keys
Tape Speed
ENTER/OSD cz p. 6, 25
C.MEMORY/ADD
uF p. 13, 23
TV Volume cz p. 33
SHUTTLE PLUS cz p. 20, 22
Wireless Remote Control
Power
CANCEL/C.RESET/CH SKIP
p. 13, 23, 32
SKIP SEARCH cz p. 21
Timer cx p. 29, 31
On-Screen Menu'c7 p.'7
TV/CABLE/VCR contro!
select switch cz p. 33.
® Set to the appropriate
position depending on the
unit you wish to operate.
Basic Functions
cr p. 19, 25
‘A/B CODE select switch
Crp. 24
Installing Batteries
[4}
Slide
the
battery
compartment
cover
in
the
direction
of
the
arrow.
[2]
Insert
2
*AAA'-size
batteries
(provided)
in
the
correct
directions.
{3]
Replace
the
cover.
an
How To Use
This
remote
control
can
operate
most
of
your
VCR's
functions.
Set
the
TV/CABLE/VCR
switch
to
the
VCR
Position.
[1]
Point
the
remote
control
toward
the
VCR's
sensor
window.
[2]
Press
the
appropriate
operation
button.
@
The
maximum
‘operating
distance
of
the
remote
control
is:
about 8 m (26 ft): : pa SRS She OS
This
remote
control
can
also
operate
various
brands
of
TVs
and
Cable
Boxes,
For
instructions,
7
p.
33.
|
EN-5

Getting To Know Your VCR (cont'd)
Mode’ indicators Clock Display Be Audio {evel meters:
Instant Timer © y ; “Timer mode Counter Display Mode Indicators. Recording
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AM/PM Indicators
, Channel Display
Tape speed = ("AU" for AUX mode)
“Cassette Loaded" mark
(Wisplayed together with "REC" while
recording is paused, and with "PLAY"
during stili or slow motion)
“Counter Memory" mark
™ Pressing DISPLAY lets, you change, the type of display: Counter, Channel*, Clock:or
Remain:
™ Whenever the VCR is turned off, the FDP's brightness i is automatically dimmed.
* Channel is not displayed during playback.
On-Screen Mode Superimpose
The superimposed indication on the'TV screen tells you what:the VCR is doing, °”’
Multichannel TV Sound Indicators
_Tuned-in channel or AUX(illary) mode
When the channel is changed, the new channel
is displayed on the screen for 5 seconds.
Operation mode
When the operation mode is changed, the
new mode is displayed — RECORD (5
sec:), PLAY (5 sec.),-FF/REW (5 seci,
when engaged from Stop mode),
RECORD PAUSE (for as long as Pause is
engaged), and ITR *:**.(5 sec.).
CH 125
. Clock time
p : SUN: 12:00 AM
“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. -
Tape speed indicator
INDEX Indication
‘Audio mode ‘indicators Counter memory on/off
Counter/Remain indication
To stop the on-screen indications from being
shown.
To recall an indication
(1) Press ENTER/OSD.
@ All indications corresponding to the current
status are displayed for 5 seconds, leaving the
~counter information on the screen.
[2] Press ENTER/OSD again to clear the display.
When you do not want to show the indications — for example when
you dub a tape to another VCR (using this VCR as the player), set
SUPERIMPOSE to OFF.”
(4) Press MENU, SET and SELECT ‘SUPERSMPOSE
to access the “SUPERIMPOSE"
screen. CF p. 7
2) ‘Press SET:to Choose OFF,
Press’ MENU ‘as Tmany times’as"
f=
S (SET 4/-) +o CHOICE
necessary to exit. PRESS (MENU) yOEND
& Setting is completed, and a
normal TV screen is displayed.
EN-6
On-Screen Menus and Displays
s You can set the clock, a timer, and other functions using the on-screen menu. 1. For this, the MENU, SET+/—.and SELECT
buttons on the-V.CR or‘remote-control are used. Z :
belied
—
MENU,
TV
screen
1
so
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ae
de
SET
:
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SELECT
Press
SELECT
button.
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SELECT
* Press MENU to return to the TV screen,
* Only the remote control's MENU button
_ Will access the "VCR PLUS+" menu.
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EN-7

Setting Up Your VCR
Making the right connections
It's essential that your VCR be properly hooked up for proper results. Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED
BEFORE ANY VCR OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.
IF YOU HAVE A STANDARD TV SET
[ RF CONNECTION “|
| -[t] Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
{2} Connect the TV antenna to'the VCR's ANTENNA-IN.
[3] Connect the VCR's: TV OUT to the TV's antenna terminal
. using the provided RF cable.
Antenna or Cable
Flat Feeder |
—=_= TT —
Coaxial Cable
AC Power
Cord (
ANTENNA-IN
(Antenna or
Cable input)
Tv OUT
* Back of VCR
AC-Outlet
RF Cable
(provided)
terminal
See the "Basic Guide For VCR Connections" sheet
enclosed with this instruction manual for more
information and other possible connections.
SELECT VCR CHANNEL (3 OR 4)
|
with
a
ed
RF
ae
Back
of
VCR
NOTES:
the
VCR’
sends
picture.and
‘sound
r
-
To
operate,
the
VCR
with
your
TV
using
an
RF
ry ‘to set your TV's
charinel to the oné you set the VCR to in this step.
a Even if your TV is connected using AV input
connectors, it is necessary to also connect your VCR
and TV using the RF cable if you ever wish to watch
a program while recording another (7 p. 25).
- signals’ through the co)
cable to your TV on channel 3 or
|, 4,The VCR's switch is pre-set to
‘|. €H3 prior to shipment. Set this
switch to CH4 in areas where
channel 3 is used for broadcasting.
EN-8
Or...
IF YOU HAVE ATV
WITH AV INPUT CONNECTORS
AV CONNECTION
(1) Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as per "RF
CONNECTION",
[2] Connect the VCR's AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT to the
TV's AV-IN connectors.
Antenna or Cable.
AC Power
_- ANTENNA-IN
(Antenna or Cable
input)
Tv OUT
AC Outlet
__ Video/Audio Cable (provide);
i VIDEO/AUDIO
: IN
ES RF SETTING IF
NECESSARY.
Even if: your Vi is contiected to AV input connectors, it is necessary
to also conitiect’ your VCR and TV using the RF cable if you ever
wish to watch a program | While as another (C¥ p.25).
_EN-9

Setting Up Your VCR (cont'd)
Or...
S-VIDEO CONNECTION |
[1}*Connect tlie antenna, VCR and TV as per "RE t
CONNECTION".
[2] Connect the VCR's S VIDEO OUT to the TV's S VIDEO IN
connectors.
[S3) ‘Connect the VCR's AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT to the
TV'S AV-IN connectors.
Antenna or Cable
AC Power
ANTENNA-IN
{Antenna or Cable
input)
TV OUT
Back of VCR ;
VIDEO/AUDIO
OUT
; S-Video Cable
AC Outiet hy, Se (provided)
Video/Audio Cable (provided)
VIDEO/AUDIO
IN
NOTES:
"To make the most of Super VHS picture performance, we
recommend you use the S-VIDEO connection.
To operate the VCR with your TV using the S VIDEO connection,
set your TY to the AV.mode.
EN-10
IF YOU HAVE ATV SET WITH S-VIDEO INPUTCONNECTORS
POR INSTRUCCIONES EN |
ESPANOL VEA p. 42 - 43.
Setting your VCR's clock
Since your VCR bases all of its timer recording start and stop "decisions" on the time kept by its built-in clock, accurate setting of this
clock is crucial for proper timer-recording results.
Press POWER.
™ If watching on channel 3 or 4, press TV/VIDEO to select
POWER ON;. the VIDEO mode. The VERS VIDEO indicator will light.
SELECT CHANNEL
3 OR 4 (OR AV MODE)
Press MENU.
m™ The Main Menu screen will
SET-UP MENU
appear, #INITIAL SET
mif the VCR Plus+ screen CABLE BOX SET
appears press MENU again.
Press SET to move the cursor
to "SET-UP MENU" and then
press SELECT.
Press SET to, move the cursor to. "INITIAL SET", and then
f press SELECT.
5 “You can change the on-screen language.’
Press REW for Spanish, PLAY for French.
a Press FF to change back to English:
PRESS (SELECT, SET 4/~)
PRESS (MEN) TOEND
Press SET to set thie moniii,
and then'press SELECT,
7 Repeat step 6 to set the day, .
year and time (making sure
INITIAL SET
THU
ME oR au
that AM or'PM is correct). ee als prs 13 AF oem
@ The day of the week will PRESS (paar Sere)
£ automatically appear. PRESS MENU) TOEND ?
8 if you want to take a achaze of Auto’ D.S,T. (Daylight
Saving Tinie) (See below), press SET to choose ON:
TO. MAKE CORRECTIONS
Press‘SELECT'so that the item you want to change blinks. Reset
that item. Continue to step 9.
Auto Daylight Saving Time
Your VCR is incorporated with the D.S.T. function which
automatically adjusts the clock at the start/end of Daylight Saving
Time, making manual re-setting unnecessary.
When D.S.T. is set to ON:
“VGR's clock is adjusted t0'3: “
@On the last Sunday of October, 1 niinute after 1:59AM the
VCR's clock is adjusted to 1:00AM.
; You can also use the POWER, MENU, REW, FF, SET
and SELECT buttons on the VCR.
W If you live in an area without Daylight Saving Time, keep
D.S.T. OFF when setting the clock.
EN-11
On the: first Sunday-of:April;, 1" minute: after1:59AM the. .:
3:00,

Setting
Up
Your
VCR
[POR
INSTRUCCIONES
EN
(cont'd)
ESPANOL
VEA
p.
42
-
43.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON THIS PAGE OR ON P. 14- |
DEPENDING ON YOUR CABLE BOX.
Setting your VCR's tuner
The
Auto
Set
feature
introduced
here
automatically
assigns
receivable
channels
in
your
area
to
the
CHANNEL
UP/DOWN
buttons
and
skips
the
others
so
you
won't
have
to
go
through
any
"blank"
channels
to
get
to
the
one
you
want.
Press POWER.
POWER
ON;
@
If
watching
on
channel
3
or
4,
press
TV/VIDEO
to
select
SELECT
CHANNEL
the
VIDEO
mode.
The
VCR's
VIDEO
indicator
will
light.
3
OR
4
(OR
AV
MODE)
EERE
ee
2: JB. 20 Ne
Press MENU to access the
Main Menu screen.
mIf the VCR Plus+ screen
appears press MENU again.
Press.SET to move the cursor.
to "TUNER SET", and then.
press SELECT.
Press SET to move the cursor
to "BAND", and then press SELECT.
Nb
“Press SET to choose “TV" or
"CATV".
™ The BAND select feature
‘has 2'settings (TV and
CATV). Set'to TV if your
antenna provides only UHF
and VHF channels. Set to
CATV
if
your
antenna
PRESS
ESS
(Sa
Fone
cHoIce
system is a cable TV line.
6 Press MENU.
RT AUTO SET:
y Press SET to move the cursor to "AUTO CHANNEL SET",
** and then press SELECT.
@ Auto set is in progress and "SCANNING..." is displayed.
When available channels are scanned, "ADD" will be
displayed on the screen.
m When unavailable channels are skipped, “"SKIP" will be
displayed.
@ After completion of auto set, the lowest tuned-in channel
number and "SCAN COMPLETED" are displayed.
wlf "SCAN COMPLETED — NO SIGNAL —" is
displayed, check the band setting and connections, and,
start again. CF p. 8-10.
UIDE CHANNEL MAP
“ata
- FUNER SET:
‘BAND.
ARC
Ltt CHANNEL SET
MANUAL CI HANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
PRESS (SELECT, SET +/-)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
‘You can also use the POWER, MENU, SET
and SELECT buttons on the VCR. - ‘ or
8 Press MENU as maiy ‘tiies'as necessary to exit.
Now go to cp. 17 "Setting up the VCR Plus+ feature”.
EN-12
CH. SKIP
‘Digit keys
SELECT
MENU
CH/SET +/-
To add a "skipped" channel to your
VCR's tuner
(1] Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen.
If the VCR Plus+ screen appears press MENU again.
[2] Press SET to move the cursor to "TUNER SET", and then
press SELECT.
(3) Press SET to move the cursor to MANUAL CHANNEL SET
"AFC", and then press SELECT.
[4] Press SET to choose "SPCL". onde hoo
[5] Press MENU.
(5)
SELECT CH NO. AND
Press SET to move the cursor to ress Ess apse as
"MANUAL CHANNEL SET",
and then press SELECT.
[7] Input the channe! number using the Digit keys.
8] Press ADD to store the channel.”
‘Specify another channel number or press MENU as many
times as necessary to exit.
To delete an unwanted channel from
your VCR's tuner
[1] Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen.
___W If the VOR Plus+ screen appears press MENU again, :
[2] Press SET to move the cursor to "TUNER SET”, and then
press SELECT.
(3) Press SET to move the cursor
to "MANUAL CHANNEL
SET", and then press SELECT.
Input the channel number using
the Digit keys or: the CH +/—
buttons.
Press CH. SKIP to delete the
channel.
Specify another channel number or press MENU as many
times as necessary to exit.
" MANUAL CHANNEL eT
cH 8 Sue
SELECT CH NO,
PRESS eet Sk
PRESS (MENU) TO END
&
&
8
EN-13

Setting Up Your VCR (cont'd)
Setting your VCR's tuner and Cable Box Controller
Follow these steps if you use an external Cable Box (descrambler) to receive cable stations. When properly set-up, the Multi-System
Cable Box Controller will automatically switch channels on your Cable Box so you can timer-record two or more cable TV stations. It
works for Cable TV sliows that‘have been programmed using VCR Plus+ (> p. 28) or On-Screen (c> p. 30) programming.
Suggested Locations
Attach to top of VCR with Controller's transmitter pointed towards
Cable Box's remote sensor window.
Cable Box
Your VCR
Controller
(suggested locations)
Cable Box
ra
is
Controller
Connected
to VIDEO/
AUDIO IN
Connected to
ANT. IN
Your VCR
Find a location for the Controller which offers an
unobstructed path to the Cable Box's remote sensor window;
otherwise the Controller's infrared beam will not be able to
teach and control your Cable Box.
Attach the Controller using the supplied adhesive strips.
If your Cable Box has VIDEO OUT/AUDIO OUT
connectors...
42 Connect them to the VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN connectors
of your VCR.
If your Cable Box does not have VIDEO OUT/AUDIO OUT.
connectors...
3 Connect the Cable Box's antenna output terminal to the ANT.
IN (Antenna) terminal of your VCR.
@ Refer to the Cable Box's instruction manual for more
information.
bo ~ > 3 Pees Weed Bar oe Hs
4 Connect thie Cable Box Controlier to your VCR's CABLE
BOX terminal.
J!
NOTE:
@ About Your Cable Box:
This VCR has two separate methods to control your Cable Box. The
provided Wireless Remote Contro! Unit can-controf your Cable Box.
The VCR's Cable Box Controller can also control your Cable Box.
The former eliminates the need for a separate Cable Box Remote
Control Unit. The latter is to change your Cable Box's channel
number during timer recordings. Each method must be set up
separately. To set up the VCR's Remote Control Unit <> p. 33.
TVNIDEO
7-9
6,11
7-10
Press POWER.
§ If watching on channel 3 or 4, press TV/VIDEO to select
the VIDEO mode. The VCR's VIDEO indicator will tight.
1
17
Press MENU until the Main
Menu appears (7 p.7).
Press SET to move the
cursor to SET-UP MENU.
Then press SELECT.
Press SET to move the
cursor to CABLE BOX
SET.
Then press SELECT.
>. Press SET to move the.
cursor to CABLE BOX
OUTPUT. Then press
SELECT:
Press SET to choose the
output channel number of
your Cable Box (channels 2 * |
thru 6) if.it's-connected to
* your VCR via RF connection.
@ For example; choose "ON:
CH3" if the Cable Box
provides its output on channel 3.
@ Choose "ON LINE" if the Cable Box is connected to
your VCR's Audio/Video input connectors.
Press MENU.
™ Cable Box Set menu will appear.
MAIN MENU
PROGRAM SET
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
@ SET-UP MENU
RAEDIT
PRESS (SELECT SET +/+)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
SET-UP MENU
INITIAL SET
CABLE BOX SET:
~ press (eect SET #/-)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
CAGLE BOX SET
@ CABLE BOX OUTPUT
BRAND SET
PRESS (SELECT, SET 4/4).
PRESS (MENU) TO END
CABLE BOX OUTPI
OLE Be UTPUT
PRESS (Set sr} FOR CHOICE
PRESS fi nt %
NU) TOEND
(Continued on next page.)
EN-15

Setting
Up
Your
VCR
(cont'd)
15
NOTES:
‘w Although the provided Cable Box Controller is compatible with
many different cable box brands, it is possible that ‘it will not work
with your cable box.
W If your cable box does not respond to any of the codes, your VER i is
not'able to change its channels during timer recordings. For this type
of cable box, always remember to leave it’ jurned’on and tuned to the
channel you want to record before the timer recording is programmed
to start.
Please contact your cable company about the possibility of
exchanging your current cable box with one that is compatible with
the VCR.
The VCR'can change the Cable Box channel selection through the
Cable Box Controller only: during timer recording.
If your cable box cannot:be controlled by a remote control, your
VCR will not be able to change its channels during timer recording.
For this type of cable box; tum it én and'select' the channel you want
to record before the timer recording is programmed to start.
9
If
you
are
unable
to
set
the
cable
box
controller
please
contact
Ivc
toll
free
at
1-800-252-5722.
EN-16
12 Turn on the Cable Box’ 's
power.
™ Select a.channel other
than 9 on your Cable Box.
1 Press SET to move the cursor
to BRAND SET. Then press
SELECT.
1 4 Press the Digit keys corres-
ponding to the code number
for your Cable Box's brand. (See list below.)
1 5 Press ENTER. AS
mIf Cable Box's channel changes to."9", setting is
completed.
If the brand has more than one code number listed,
repeat steps 14 -15 until you reach the code that
changes your Cable Box's channel.
™ Perhaps your cable box will respond to a new code
number not yet published in the list. Try entering all
code numbers from 1 to 101.
1 6 Press MENU as many times as necessary to exit.
SELECT BRAND NO. AND:
PRESS (MENU) TO END
@ Now go to c¥ p, 17 “Setting up the VCR Plus+ feature". ”
™ To change cable channels or turn on/off your cable box using the
VER's remote control, cr p. 33.
CABLE BOX BRAND LIST
BRAND CODE
ARCHER 52, 53; 54, 85; 86)
CABLEVIEW | 85,'86
CITIZEN 85, 86 REGENCY
| CURTIS “143,14, 15, 16
DIAMOND: | 52, 53, 54
SAMSUNG
SCIENTIFIC
74, 75, 76
13, 14, 15, 18
Setting up the VCR Plus+ feature
Depending on the broadcast stations that are receivable in your area, or the cable stations offered by your cable supplier, you may
have to make certain changes-in your VCR's "Guide Channel Set" menu to get proper results. Please read on and find out what you
need (and don't need) to do.
Make sure that you have already...
set the VCR's clock
set the VCR's tuner. :
set the Cable’Box Controller (rp. 14) if using a: Cable Box.
(If NOT using Cable Box) _
Example of
non-inatching channels
+ | VCR Plus+ Assigned
The channel your YCR
Guide Channel’
receives the station on
a 67 “
[wsikBeamwA [OS
fiarvPaean [ae
Cc a a
re
waveo [dd
Broadcast Station
{If using Cable Box)
Example of ,
non-matching channels
Se Box :
<| | ATLANTA
30,81, 32, 33,
EAGLE 34;.35, 36;:37 SL MARX 74, 75, 76
EASTERN 51 ‘SPRUCER
GCBRAND 185, 86 STARGATE
GEMINI 55, 56 | SYLVANIA
GENERAL F [TEKNIKA
ELECTRIC aoe TELECAPTION
{GENERAL _‘|1, 2,3, 4,5, 6,
INSTRUMENTS | 101 TELEVIEW
HAMLIN 23,24 | TEXSCAN
JenROLD. |1,2/3.45, 8 | | TOCOM,
4
MAGOM, 67.58. 60 UNI
HITACHI as [UNIVERSAL 81, 62, 63, 84
43, 44, 45, 46, NDEOWAY {1 9, 10, 11, 12
MAGNAVOX —|47' 48, 49 2 :
IMOvIETIME 171, 72,73 | |VIOTECH
nsG 71, 72,73
47; 18,.19;.20,
OAK
21,22
PANASONIC [25,2627 | [ZEN
PHILIPS 38, 39, 40, 41, 42
PIONEER [7,8
BULSER: (85, 86.
fe ‘ The channel your.
Cable Station iret eine ed Cable Box receives the
WNUU (Ind) - 6 8
; 44 2t 34
Music Television’ |... 48 . 20,
Cable News Network. vin AD 7
Home Box Office: 5. [0° < 33 : 28
Gnemax 7 45 29
“GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CH: CABLE CH
a SS ect, SET.+/~, prem
55 (MERU) TO END
Most TV listings will have a chart’ indicating the "Guide Channel"
number that each TV station has been assigned for purposes of
VCR Plus+ programming. Check in your TV listing and see
whether that number is tlic same as the’channel numiber you receive
that station on with your VCR or Cable Box.*
If the numbers match, you don't have to do anything. You can
g0 directly to "Timer-Recording with VCR Plus+" p. 28.
If there are stations where the numbers are different, and
you want to be able to timer-record them, you will have to
"tell" the VCR about the mismatch. Go to step 1.
if there are‘stations where the numbers are different, but
you don't want to timer-record them, you can go directly to
"Timer-Recording with VCR Plus+" p. 28.
*SPECIAL NOTE FOR CABLE
SUBSCRIBERS _
@in‘many Fnstances, cable TV’ stations have VCR Fuss Guide:
Channel numbers that DO NOT match the actual channel
number the. station is received on. Check your TV listing, or
check with your cable supplier for details.
@ In many instances, normal broadcast TV stations can be viewed
on cable. Check your TV listing, or check with your cable :
“supplier for details.
1 Ifthe VCR is off, press POWER to turn it on.
* WIf'watching on channel 3 or 4, press TV/VIDEO to select
the video mod _ VCR's NIDEQ anaicaton will light.
2 Press MENU, SET aad SELECT a as many times as necessary
to access the. "TUNER SET” screen. (C7 p.7)
“Press SET to move thé cursor to “GUIDE CHANNEL SET",. |
and then press SELECT.
@ The Guide Channel Set'screen will appear.
®@If you lave set the Cable Box Controller feature ‘CABLE
CH is displayed instead of VCR CH. *
TUNER SET } ° | GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CH: VcR cH
BAND.
ARC 3
AUTO CHANNEL SET
MANUAL CHANNEL SET.
“@ GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
PRES:
PRESS (SELECT, SET +/-) {is LECT, SET #/-, DIGIT)
PRESS (MENU) TO END PRESS (MENU) TO END
(Continued on next page.)
* EN‘17

POR INSTRUCCIONES EN |
Setting
Up
Your
VCR
(cont'd)
|
Playback
ESPANOL
VEA
p.
42
—
43.
The easiest, most basic operation possible with your VCR is tape playback. Previously-recorded signals on a video tape are read by
your VCR and displayed on your TV just like a TV program.
4 Press SET or the Digit ies to
POWER ON; input the Guide Channel
SELECT CHANNEL numiber (as shown in TV f 2
3 OR 4 (OR AV MODE) listing or this manual), and POWER ON: 1 Insert. a cassette with its window side up, and label side
then press SELECT. SELECT CHANNEL facing you. Press gradually on the middle of the cassette
3 OR 4 (OR AV MODE) until the VCR pulls the cassette in.
™@ The VCR power will come on automaticaily.
™ The counter will be resct'to "0 00m 00s" automatically.
@If the safety tab on the cassette is absent, playback will
start automatically.
SHUTTLE
If you don't use an external
Cable Box... GUIDE CHANNEL SET
5 Press SET or the Digit keys to GUIDE CH 2VeRoH .
input the channel number your =|. Pata
VCR receives the station on, ZN
and then press SELECT. PRESS FOT, SET «/-, OIG
@ If there are other GUIDE CH press (MENU) TO END
numbers which don't match
with the VCR-CH numbers, input the changes by repeating
Sa ee
steps 4 ~'5. a.
ff you use an external Cable Box... Press REW to rewind the tape.
5 Press SET or the Digit keys. CH-I+ 7 6 4
to input the channel number your Cable Box receives the 5 Press FF to fast-forward the tape.
® Press STOP to stop the tape.
To rewind or fast-forward the tape using the VCR's control,
turn the SHUTTLE ring fully to the corresponding direction,
and release at
station on, and then press SELECT.
W:If there are other GUIDE CH numbers which don't match
with the CABLE CH numbers, input the changes by
repeating steps 4 ~ 5.
Press MENU once to go back
to the Tuner Set menu.
Press SET to move the cursor
to "GUIDE CHANNEL MAP",
and then press SELECT.
“A screen with GUIDE CH
numbers (in ascending order)
with their corresponding
6
6 Press the VCR's STOP/EJECT button again,
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
#GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
PRESS (SELECT, SET +/+)
PRESS (MENU) T0 END
To adjust:tracking manually
This overrides your VCR's automatic tracking.
- During Playback...
VCR_CH numbers will be :
displayed.
Check
to
make
CH/SET
(1)
Press
the
VCR's
CH(annel)
+/—
buttons
simultaneously
to
sure
your
entries
are
correct.
—/+
cancel
auto
tracking.
;
wIf
there
are
more
than
10
®
The
remote
control's
CH
+/—
cannot
be
used
for
this
purpose.
entries,
press
SELECT
to
5
[2]
Piess
CH
+
or
—to
adjust
tracking.
display
the
11th
and
higher
Press
EN)
TORN
Press
the
VCR's
CH
+/-‘simuitaneously
to
return
to
entries.
automatic
tracking.
During Slow...
(1). Simply press CH + or — to adjust tracking.
8 Press MENU 3 as many times as necessary to exit.
EN-18 EN-19 |

BP Playback (cont'd)
EN-20
SHUTTLE
PLUS
eget / > D>
To view a still picture
[ paring Playback...
{1} Press PAUSE to view a still picture.
‘WIf there is vertical picture jitter, press CH — or + (on the
VCR or remote control) to make the picture more stable.
{2]:To advance the picture frame by frame, press PAUSE again.
For frame-by-frame playback. in the forward or reverse.
direction, press SHUTTLE PLUS <4 or DP in the
corresponding direction while in the still picture mode.
[3] Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
To view a slow/fast-motion picture
During Playback...
[0 Press the SHUTTLE PLUS t<¢<¢ or PH button. Tape speed
will change in the corresponding direction.
™ To increase the speed, press the button for the same direction.
@ To decrease speed, press the button for the opposite direction.
@ For forward slow motion playback, press PAUSE for more
than 2 seconds while in the still picture mode.
[2] Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
Or...
During Playback...
(1) Piess FF for forward fast-motion, or REW for reverse fast-
motion.
[2] Press PLAY to resume normal playback.
@ For short searches, keep FF or REW pressed for more than
2 seconds. When released, normal playback will continue.
To select the soundtrack
Your VCR is capable of recording two soundtracks (Hi-Fi and
NORMAL) simultaneously, and playing back the selected
soundtrack or two together.
During Playback or Stop:
(1) Press MENU, SET, and
SELECT as many times as
necessary to access the AUDIO
MONITOR screen. ((¥ p. 7).
[2] Press SET to choose "HI-FI",
PRESS (SET +/+) FOR CHOICE
“NORM", or "MIX". Peees Gent ‘0 END
@ HI-FI to listen to the Hi-Fi
soundtrack.
@ NORM to listen to the normal soundtrack.
™ MIX to listen to both soundtracks combined. Select this
setting when playing back edited tapes with insert edits or
dubbed audio made on an appropriately equipped VCR.
® Normal audio will be outputted regardless of the playback
audio monitor selection if Hi-Fi audio is not present on the
tape;
{3]:-Press MENU as many times as necessary to exit.
Jog/Shuttle
i lf. oa. Ao
An oo Pa) Ly
(Gewler Pa (£1,
SKIP
SEARCH
PLAY
To view jog/shuittle special effects
You can view pictures in slow to fast motion, or frame-by-frame.
During Stilt or Playback...
[1] Turn the outer ring (Shuttle) to the right for forward slow
motion and search.
® Release the Shuttle for a still picture.
™ For fast-forward with a visible picture, turn the Shuttle all
the way to the right and release it within 1 second.
2] Turn the outer ring (Shuttle) to the left for reverse slow
motion and search.
® Release the Shuttle for a
still picture.
@ For rewind with a visible
picture, turn the Shuttle all
the way to the left and
telease it within 1 second,
Sul
During Still or Playback...
(1) Rotate the inner dial (Jog) clockwise or counterclockwise for
jog control. The tape moves frame-by-frame at the speed with
which the dial is rotated, in the direction the dial is rotated. (By
rotating the Jog dial counterclockwise at 2 revolutions per
Skip:Search
To skip over unwanted sections of a recording.
During Playback...
(0) Press SKIP SEARCH from 1 to 4 times.
'This fast-motions through 30<sec. to 2-min. of tape.
™@ Playback resumes automatically.
@.Press PLAY to cancel a Skip Search midway.
Repeat Playback
second or faster, reverse play is possible.)
resu by: re
To play the whole tape repeatedly.
During Playback...
Press: PLAY for more than 5 seconds, and rejease.
™:The "PLAY" indicator on the VCR panel will blink slowly.
@ The tape will be played 20 times automatically, and then
stop,
@ To stop repeated playback at any time, press STOP.
EN-21

> Playback (cont'd)
INDEX
MARK
REVIEW
EN-22
INDEX
ERASE
SHUTTLE
PLUS
bd / >>
Instant ReView
Simply by pressing a single button, the VCR power comes on,
tewinds, and begins playback of the last recording. This makes it
easier to “teview" the program you have timer-recorded.
When the VCR power is off:
{1] Press REVIEW. ~
@ After the VCR power comes on, the tape will be rewound
to the beginning of the last recording (where the index code
is placed) and playback will start automatically.
™ To play back a recording located 2 index codes away, press
REVIEW twice. You can access any one of up to 9 index
codes.
@ ReView is not possible while the VCR is in the Timer
mode. :
@ The VCR's REVIEW button lights when timer-recording is
finished, and blinks while the tape is being rewound.
Index Search
Index codes are electronic "bookmarks" which are automatically
placed on the tape whenever recording is started. Index Search
automatically seeks out these index codes so you can easily find the
beginning of a recording (up to 9 index codes away in cither direction).
During Stop....
(1) Press SHUTTLE PLUS td or PP 4, "INDEX -1" or
“INDEX 1" will be displayed and search will begin in the
corresponding direction.
[2] If you wish to access index codes 2 through 9, press SHUTTLE
PLUS td or 9B repeatedly until the correct index number
is displayed.
@ When the specified index code is found, playback will start
automatically.
Manual! Index Mark/Erase
TO MARK AN INDEX CODE
During Playback...
(i) Press, INDEX MARK.
@ The VCR will mark an index code at that location,
@ "MARK" blinks while an index code is being marked.
TO ERASE AN INDEX CODE
r During Playback or Still...
fi] Press INDEX ERASE.
@& The VCR will fast-forward to the nearest index code and
erase it. Playback continues after the index code is erased.
L @ “ERASE” blinks while an index code is being erased.
NOTES:
@ If adjacent index codes are too close to each other, Index Search may
not function properly.
§ If the cassette's safety tab has been removed, index codes cannot be
marked or erased:
@ An index code is not placed on the tape when recording is paused
and then resumed.
POWER
C.MEMORY
REW
Shuttle ring
Counter Reset
To reset the tape counter to zero.
Press C, RESET.
™ Pressing DISPLAY repeatedly changes the VCR's
displayed indication, (Counter reading —~ Channel* —+
Clock time —- Remain).
*Channel is not displayed during playback.
Counter Memory
‘To return to tape position zero,
During Playback...
[1] Press C. RESET at a point you wish to locate later.
@ The counter will read "0x 00m 00s".
L2] Press:'C. MEMORY.
® Counter’ Memory mark is displayed.
(3) When you wish to return to that point, press STOP and then
press REW.
®@ The tape will rewind and stop at about "Ou 00m 00s"
automatically.
(4). To cancel the Counter Memory mode, press C, MEMORY.
Next-Function Memory
‘You can "tell" the VCR what to do immediately after rewinding.
During Stop: ;
For automatic start of playback after the tape is rewound...
(1) Press'REW.
(2] Press PLAY within 2 seconds.
For automatic power off after the tape is rewound...
(1). Press REW. :
{2} Press POWER within 2 seconds.
For automatic timer standby after the tape is rewound...
[i] Press REW. .
{2} Press TIMER within 2 seconds.
& To do the above using the VCR's controls:
During Stop, turn the Shuttle all the way to the left and
release it instead of pressing REW, and then press PLAY or
POWER within 2 seconds. ! : :
@ 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 "M" mark appears on the VCR display panel
before pressing REW or FF. : :
EN-23

P Playback (cont'd)
A/B CODE
switch
Your VCR
STRAT
; PAUSE/SPECIAL
FUNCTION
Mini-plug Cable
(provided)
AV COMPU LINK Ii
VIDEO IN te
AV COMPU LINK
Television-
EN-24
To control two JVC VCRs
The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC VCRs
independently using the A/B CODE switch . You can set this
VCR so, that it responds to the remote control only when the
switch is in the "B" position and set another JVC VCR ‘so tHat it
responds only when the switch is in the "A" position. This way
you can control two JVC: VCRs independently with a single
temote control.
The A/B CODE switch is preset to the "A" position because your
VCR is initially set to respond to A code signals. You can easily
modify your VCR to respond to B code signals.
(1) Unplug the VCR's power cord from the AC outlet,
Set the A/B CODE switch on the remote control unit to"B".
[3] Plug the VCR's power cord back into the AC outlet. Do not
use other remote controls at this stage.
(4) Turn the VER power on using the remote control's POWER
button. The VCR will now respond only to B code signals.
Ss
AV COMPU LINK Playback
Your VCR. is compatible with JVC's. AV COMPU LINK.
|_components which include amplifiers (or receivers) and televisions.
PREPARATION .
1] Connect your VCR to an AV COMPU LINK amplifier and/or
__ an AV COMPU LINK television as illustrated.
2] Press MENU, SET, and
SELECT as many times as SPECIAL FUNCTION
necessary to access the RAEDITIPAUSE
SPECIAL FUNCTION screen. @ AV COMPU-LINK
@p.7)
{3} Press SET to choose “AV
COMPU-LINK".
PRESS (END) TOEND
{4} Press MENU as many times as
necessary to exit.
OPERATION
f AV COMPU LINK video playback is as easy as this:
| Simply load a cassette in your VCR and press PLAY. (If the
cassette's safety tab has been removed, it is not necessary to
press play.) The TV (and amplifier) turn on automatically and
the TV's mode is automatically set to VIDEO; you're ready to
watch!
@ Connection varies according tothe type of TV. Please read
your TV's instruction manual when making TV connection.
& Recording
POR INSTRUCCIONES EN
ESPANOL VEA p. 42 — 43,
TV
signals
being
received
by
the
VCR's
built-in
tuner
can
be
recorded
onto
a
video
tape.
This
is
realtime
video
recording.
POWER ON;
SELECT CHANNEL,
3 OR 4 (OR AV MODE)
Cc. RESET
Digit keys
DAD A CASSETT
1 Insert a cassette with the safety tab present,
™ The VCR power will come on automatically.
"If
watching
on
channel
3
or
4
be
sure
that
the
VIDEO
indicator
is
lit.
If
the
indicator
is
not
lit,
press
TV/VIDEO
so that it lights.
ee ee, wrn bt d 4 AL Ee Wwe eee
2
Press
CH(annel)
+/—
(or
the
digit
keys
followed
by
ENTER)
to
select
the
channel
you
wish
to
record.
m
Even
if
you
don't
press
ENTER,
the
channel
will
automatically change in about 2 seconds.
i "Press PAUSE.
5
6 Press PLAY to resume recording.
7 Fre STOP, i Paid
To watch a program while recording
another
During Recording... :
(1] Press TV/VIDEO. The VCR's VIDEO indicator and the TV
broadcast being recorded will disappear.
{2]
Use
the
channel
controls
on
the
TV
to
select
the
other
channe! you wish to view.
™ The program Selected with the TV channel controls will
‘appear on the TV screen while the one selected with the
VCR channel'controls will be recorded on the tape.
——
To display the elapsed recording time
Before starting recording...
[1] Press C. RESET.
@ The counter will be reset to "OH 00M 00s", and will show
the exact elapsed time as the tape runs.
(2} After starting recording, press OSD at any time to check the
elapsed time on the TV screen.
i (3] Press OSD again to clear it from the screen.
EN-25

& Recording (cont'd)
REC
Accidental erasure prevention:
& To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette, remove
its safety tab. ©
To record on it later, cover the hole with adhesive tape.
EN-26
Instant Timer Recording
To set the VCR to shut-off automatically after recording.
During Recording...
[0] Press the VCR's REC button. The "ITR" indication blinks and
"0:30" appears indicating the recording will.continue for" 30
minutes and then power will switch off.
7.7
Lt kl
{2] Press REC again to extend the record time by 30-minute
increments (up to 9 hours).
™ This function is available only using the REC button on the
VCR.
m After the off-time is set, the display returns to the
previously displayed mode (counter, channel, clock or
remain), :
You can check the time remaining before the VCR shuts off
by pressing REC once; the remaining time is displayed for
5 seconds. (Pressing REC more than once will extend the
record time.)
To display the remaining tape time
Press ENTER. Counter information appears on the screen,
Press DISPLAY until "REMAIN" appears. Approximate
remaining tape time appears on the TV screen and VCR
display panel.
@ If recording is in progress, the remaining time display on
the VCR changes back to the "REC" mode display after 5
seconds.
™ Pressing DISPLAY repeatedly changes the displayed
indication (Counter —-~ Channel —> Clock time—- Remain).
{3] Press ENTER again to clear it from the screen.
Hi-Fi Audio Recording Level Control
Your VCR allows manual adjustment of the Hi-Fi audio
recording level. Although the preset audio recording level is
satisfactory for normal recording, 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 meters.
[i] Press MENU, SET, and Fi FI REC LEVEL CONTROL
SELECT .as many times as PRESET
necessary to access the HI-FI MANUAL
REC LEVEL CONTROL PRESS
re
Phe
PRESS {SET +/+) FOR CHOICE
PRESS (MENU) TO END
screen. (C7 p.7)
{2] Press SET to choose "MANUAL".
[3] Press FF or REW to adjust the
audio recording level.
@ To move the on-screen's audio levels by one division of the
scale, press. FF or REW briefly for 5 times in succession.
To move the audio levels faster, keep FF or REW presssed.
Adjust the recording level so that the audio level meters
reach from 0dB to 4dB at the maximum sound volume.
. [4] 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.
S-VHS indicator
S-VHS (Super VHS) and VHS
Your VCR can record in either S-VHS or VHS.
@ To record in S-VHS, insert.a cassette marked "S-VHS". The S-
VHS indicator will light and the S-VHS recording mode is
automatically selected,
™ To.record in VHS, insert a cassette marked "VHS". The VHS
recording mode is automatically selected.
™ You can also record in VHS on S-VHS cassettés. To do this,
after inserting an S-VHS cassette, press the S-VHS button. The,
S-VHS indicator will go out.
Stereo and SAP
(Second Audio Program)
Your VCR. is equipped with an MTS decoder for reception of
Multichannel TV Sound broadcasts.
@ When a stereo program is being received, the ST indicator lights.
When an SAP program (such as a bilingual broadcast) is being
received, the SAP indicator lights. i
™ When a stereo program is accompanied by SAP audio, both
indicators light.
To. record stereo programs
audio track: No special operation is required: Simply follow the
basic recording procedure.
@'To listen to the stereo soundtrack while recording, set the on-
screen AUDIO MONITOR to "HI-FI". #7 p, 20.
To record SAP programs
[1] Press MENU, SET, and
SELECT as many times as
necessary to access the 2ND
AUDIO screen. (CF p. 7).
(2] Press SET to choose "ON".
[3} Press MENU as many times as
necessary to exit.
Then follow the basic recording procedure.
m If an SAP program is received, the SAP audio wil! be recorded
-on both the Hi-Fi and the normal-audio tracks. The main audio
program will not be recorded,
® If a regular program (non-SAP) is received, the main audio will
2ND AUDIO
ON
. OFF
PRESS (SET iO YSE CHOICE
PRESS (MENU) TO END
Stereo;programs are automatically recorded in stereo on the Hi-Fi
be recorded on both the Hi-Fi and the normal audio tracks.
EN-27

EQ Timer-Recording with VCR Plus+
Your video recorder is equipped with the VCR Plus+ programming system. This programming system greatly simplifies timer
programming because you won't have to enter all the data that is usually necessary (such as date, start and stop time, and channel).
Simply key-in the PlusCode number for the TV program you wish to record (in most TV listings) and the VCR's timer is
programmed. (For On-Screen Timer Programming without VCR Plus+ «> p.30.)
VCR Plus+ progrenunand is‘not possible unless you have already....
set the VCR's clock
set the VCR's tuner
made necessary changes in the Guide Channel Set screen.
EN-28
1 Insert a cassette with the safety tab present.
® The VCR power will come on automatically.
@ If watching on channel 3 or 4 be sure that the VIDEO
indicator is lit. If the indicator is not lit press TV/VIDEO
so that it lights.
Press MENU.
@ The "VCR PLUS+" input
screen will be displayed.
3 Press the Digit keys to enter
* the PlusCode number. for VCR nee
the TV program you wish to
record, 236g
To make corrections, press PRESS (ol
CANCEL and re-input with Teas Terrase bare
Digit keys.
ESO AR he
Press SELECT.
"i The settings for the PlusCode
é number you just entered will
be displayed.
m-If the settings are incorrect
and do not match the program’ | PRESS {GeDAILY, SaEERLY
PRESS (MENU) TO SO END
you wish to record, press
CANCEL and, after
pressing MENU three times, te-input the PlusCode.
Se
Bi ahs
5 Press SP/EP.
(Continued on next page.)
WEEKLY
6,7
Press MENU.
™ Select the desired Auto Timer setting. See page 32 for
details.
7 Press MENU again.
Brees "TIMER.
@ The VCR will enter the timer mode and power will go off.
For AUTO TIMER and other timer programming features, ir p. 32,
For other error indications, (> p, 39,
To Timer-Record Daily Serials
This function lets you set the recorder to'timer-record at the same
time every day, Monday through Friday.
™ After pressing SELECT in step 4, press DAILY (Digit key 8).
"DAILY" will'appear.
To Timer-Record Weekly Serials
This:function lets you set the recorder to timer-record at the same
time on the same day every week. —.
™ After pressing SELECT in step 4, press WEEKLY (Digit bay
9), "WEEKLY" will appear.
TO MAKE CHANGES IN THE
SETTINGS
You can delay a program's stop time or make other such
“revisions" in the settings.
"ERROR" WARNING
If the PlusCode you input is
incorrect, "ERROR" may appear on
the screen to advise you of the
error. This. happens when the code
is for a program which has already
passed. "ERROR" is displayed for
about 4 seconds and returns to the
VCR PLUS+
23698
= EAR
PRESS (DIGI
THEN PRE: Blan
PRESS (MENU) TO EN
input screen (step 2).
[1] After step 5, press SELECT. PROGRAM
Ry Press SELECT to move'to the | pare 12/25 MON
setting you wish to change, so se Wee
that it blinks. CHANNEL,” ROBP
[3] Press SET to make the change. PRESS (SELECT, SET +/-)
[4] Return to step 6. PRESS (MENU) 10 END
TO DISENGAGE THE TIMER
For éafety, wher: AUTO TIMER is "OFF", your VCR ‘disables aw]
other functions while in the timer mode.
™ To use your VCR, first disengage the timer mode by pressing
TIMER again. Now all functions will be operable.
tie @ To re-engage the timer, press TIMER. |
NOTE:
If theré is a power failure the: VCR will remember your timer-record
selections for 60 minutes.
EN-29

Timer-Recording
without VCR Plus+
POR INSTRUCCIONES EN
ESPANOL VEA p. 42 — 43.
With
the
On-Screen
Timer
Programming
function
introduced
here
you
can
directly
program
the
VER's
timer
to
record
up
to
8
TV
shows,
up
to
a
year
ahead.
It's
especially
convenient
when
you
want
to
timer-record
programs
while
you're
away
from
home
for
long
periods
of
time
(over
a
week),
or
for
TV
programs
listed
without
a
PlusCode.
TIMER
PROGRAMMING
IS
NOT
POSSIBLE.
UNLESS THE CLOCK HAS BEEN SET.
POWER ON;
‘SELECT CHANNEL
3 OR 4 (OR AV MODE)
TVNIDEO
DAILY
WEEKLY
You can also use the MENU, SET
and SELECT buttons on the VCR.
EN-30
@ The VCR power will come on automatically. If watching
**-* on channel 3 or 4 bé sure that the VIDEO indicator is lit. If
the indicator is not lit; press TV/VIDEO so ‘that it lights.
m If the clock has not been set, set the clock before starting
step 2; p. 11
. Press SET to move to a vacant
program number, and then
press SELECT.
Initially all programs are
vacant, and the cursor is at
3 a 1. So simply press PRESS ELT ge)
EINPUTTHE DATE
4 Press SET to set the month,
and then press SELECT.
5 Press SET to set the day.
The day of the week will
automatically appear.
™ To record the program daily
(Mon-Fri) press DAILY
(Digit key 8). To record the
program weekly press WEEKLY (Digit key 9). "DAILY"
or" WEEKLY" will appear on the screen.
6 Press SELECT.
PRESS: CT, SET 4/-
PRESS (MENU) toed
(Continued on next page.)
"ERROR" WARNING
If the start time you input has already passed (i.e. is prior to the
present date and time), the VCR will flash "ERROR" on the
Program Set screen.
STOP i
“CHANNEL SP
PROGRAM 1
= ERROR,
DATE. | “sr22 weo
START 12:30 AM
PRESS. erie SET 4/-)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
Check if you've input the correct time and date. Remember: late
night shows beginning at midnight or later must have the next
day's date.
Piess SET to set the hour
(making sure that AM or‘ ? PROGRAM 1
PM is correct), and then DATE. 12/28 TH
press SELECT. 4
Press SET to set the
minutes, and then press .
SELECL FES GEASS?
ct Rat dd,
9 Set the stop'time in the same
way as you set the start time
in steps 7-8.
PROGRAM t
DATE. 12/28 THU
START 12:00 PM
Sto OEM
PRESS (SELECT, SET +/-)
PRESS (MENU) 10 END
1 0 _ Press the Digit keys to enter
the channel number, and PROGRAM 1
then press SELECT. DATE 12/28 THU
: 12:00 PM
STOP 4:00 PM
CHANNEL 25SP
PRESS (SELECT, SET 4/-
PRESS {MENG TOEND :
1 Press SET to choose SP or
EP, and then press SELECT.
@ To inptit ‘another program,
repeat steps 3 - 11. (You
can set up to a maximum
of 8 programs.)
PROGRAM 1
tH
- DATE. = 42/28 THU
START 92:00 PM
STOP 1:00 PM
CHANNEL 25EP
PRESS (SELECT, SET 4/-)
PRESS (MENU) TO END )
™ Select the desired Auto Timer setting. See page 32 for
details.
1 3 Press MENU again.
B 1 Pees MENU:
TO DISENGAGE THE TIMER
For safety, when AUTO TIMER is "OFF", your VCR disables all
other functions while in the timer mode.
@ To use your VCR, first disengage the timer mode by pressing
TIMER again. Now all functions will be operable.
To re-engage the timer, press TIMER.
A
q Press TIMER.
The VCR will enter the timer mode and power will go
Off. :
For AUTO TIMER and other timer programming features, CF p. 32.
For other error indications, (7 p. 39.
NOTES:
a If there'is a power failure, the VCR will remember your timer-record
seléctions for 60 minutes. : :
™ When timer-recording cable channels received through a Converter
Box, be sure to keep the Converter Box set to ON.
EN-31 —

a
Timer-Recording
(cont'd)
EN-32
SELECT
Auto Timer
What:this
feature
does:
Usually,
the
timer
mode
is
not
engaged
unless
the
TIMER
button
is
pressed.
But
with
AUTO
TIMER
set
to
ON,
the-timer
mode
is
automatically
engaged
when
the
VCR's
power
is
turned
off,
and
is
disengaged
whenever
VCR
power is turned on again.
After step 6 (& p. 29) or step
12 (@ p: 31), press SET to
choose "ON"; and press MENU:
Or...
(1)
Press
MENU,
SET,
and
PRESS
(fiay
toeno
SELECT
as
many
times
as
necessary
to
access
the
AUTO
TIMER
screen:
(c@
p.
7)
[2] Press SET to choose "ON".
[3]
Press
MENU
as
many
times
as
necessary
to
exit.
To
check
and
cancel
programs
Make
sure
the
timer
mode
ts
disengaged
first.
Then...
(0)
Press
MENU
and
then
press
SELECT
{to
access
the
Program
Set
screen).
[2]
Press
SET
to
check
through
the
programs
in
succession.
To cancel the program...
[8] Press CANCEL.
™ Repeat steps 2 and 3 as necessary.
[4]
‘Press
MENU
as
many
times
as
necessary
to
exit.
Sil
Special
Features
The
provided
remote
control
is
capable
of
controlling
10
different
TV
brands
including
JVC
and
13
different
Cable
Box
brands.
Follow
the
instructions
below
to
set
the
appropriate
code
for
your
TV
or
Cable
Box.
Digit keys
TV/CABLE/
VCR switch
CH. +/-
TV Brand Name And Code
TV BRAND NAME
JVC
MAGNAVOX
MITSUBISHI
PANASONIC
RCA
SHARP
SONY
TOSHIBA
ZENITH
HITACHI
BRAND CODE
Cable Box Brand Name And-Code
CABLE:
BOX:BRAND
NAME
BRAND
CODE
Gi
01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08
JERROLD
01,02,03,04,05,06,07,08
SCIENTIFIC:ATLANTA
095310"
7
.
ZENITH.
14,12:
:
PIONEER
1914
ee
HAMLIN
45,16,17,18
REGAL
15;16,17,18:
OAK
19;20,21
SIGMA
19,20,21
TOCOM 22,23
RCA 24,25,26
PANASONIC
24,25,26
SPRUCER.
24,25,26.
TV Multi-Brand Remote Control
If your TV is aJVC, you don't have to set the TV code.
PREPARATION
[i] Turn the TV's power OFF using the TV's remote control.
[2]. Set the remote control's TV/CABLE/VCR switch to "FV".
[3]. While holding down the POWER button, enter your TV's
brand‘code-with the Digit Keys then press STOP.
Brand setting is completed. Once you set the brand, you do
not have to reset it until the remote's batteries are replaced.
If you'set the wrong code, re-enter the right code,
{4], Press POWER to tum the TV power on and check to see if
he, the remote control works with the TV.
OPERATION i
) 7] Set the remote control's TV/CABLE/VCR switch to "TV".
[2] Operate the TV.
@ POWER, TV/VIDEO, CH +/-, VOL. +/- buttons and Digit
keys are available.
[3] To operate VCR, set the TV/CABLE/VCR switch to "VCR". 4
L
Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote Control
ho we
Some Cable Box brands have more than one code. When your
Cable Box does not function with a specified code, try other codes.
PREPARATION
[1 Turn the Cable Box power OFF using the Cable Box's remote
control.
[2] Set the remote control's TV/CABLE/VCR switch to "CABLE".
{3} While Holding down the POWER button, enter your Cable
Box's brand code with the Digit Keys then press STOP.
m= Brand setting is completed. Once you set the brand, you do
not have to reset it until the remote's batteries are replaced.
Wt If you set the wrong code, re-enter the right code.
(4) Press POWER to turn the Cable Box's power on and check to
see if the remote control works, with the Cable Box.
OPERATION
(0 Set the remote control's TV/CABLE/VCR switch to "CABLE".
[2] Operate the Cable Box.
m POWER, CH +/-, ENTER buttons and Digit keys are
available.
[3]
To
operate
VCR,
set
the
TV/CABLE/VCR
switch
to
"VCR".
NOTES:
l It is necessary to set the cable box brand in your remote control (this
page) and the Cable Box Controller (7p. 16) individually.
With the remote-control, you can change channels and turn on/off
your cable box from a distance.
With
the
Cable
Box
Controller,
your
cable
box’s
channels
can
be
automatically changed during timer-recording.
=
Cable
box
brands
available
for
the
remote
control
(listed
on
the
left)
differ
from
those
that
are
available
for
the
Cable
Box
Controller
(c>p.
16).
B
It
is
possible
that
the
remote
control
will
not
operate
your
cable
box
even
if
the
cable
box’s
channels
automatically
change
during
timer-
recording
using
the
Cable
Box
Controller.
EN-33

@ Editing
Recorder Your VCR
35] Rear AUDIO IN
tS VIDEO IN
or
AUDIO OUT. VIDEO OUT
Player © _ Another VCR
Assemble editing adds one recorded scene to another in
succession. To use'your VCR as the recording deck...
{@] Load the source tape in the player, and'the recording tape in
your VCR.
7] Select the recording speed (SP or EP).
(8) Put your VCR ‘in the Record-Pause mode.
[9] Play back the source tape to’search for'a scene to be edited.
{i} Press the recordet's PLAY button where you want to start
editing.
ft] Press the recorder's PAUSE button to stop editing.
(2) Repeat steps 9 through 11 to continue editing.
(Assemble Editing is also possible using your VCR as the |
playback deck.)
To edit to or from another VCR
Your VCR can be used as either the recording deck or the source
player when editing tapes.
PREPARATION
(0) Connect the player's VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT
connectors to the recorder's VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN
connectors.
@ If the player has an S VIDEO connector, connect it to the
recorders S VIDEO connector using the provided S-Video
cable.
™ When using your VCR as a recorder and connecting it to a
monaural deck, connect that deck's AUDIO OUT connector
to your VCR's AUDIO IN L connector.
OPERATION
fs]
Press MENU, SET, and
SELECT as many times as
necessary to access the "TAPE
DUB MODE" screen. (¥ p. 7)
3] Press SET to choose "ON".
{4] Press MENU as many times as PRESS (SET 4/-) FOR CHOICE
necessary to exit. PRESS (MEN) 10 END
[3] Set the recorder's input mode to
AUX,
™@ With this VCR model, press the digit key "0". "AU" will
appear instead of a channe] number.
FOR INSERT EDITING
Insert editing replaces part of the recorded scene with new
material. Both the picture and Hi-Fi audio soundtrack are
teplaced with new ones, while the normal audio soundtrack
remains unchanged. Use your VCR as the recording deck.
[6] Load the source tape in the player, and the recording tape in
your VCR,
[7] Play back the recording tape and engage the Still mode at the
edit-in point (the beginning of the segment to be replaced).
(@] Press INSERT.
®@ Your VCR enters the Insert-Pause mode. (REC, PLAY and
PAUSE light up on the FDP.)
‘The TV screen changes from the still picture to the input
signal you are going to record.
Play back the segment of the source tape to be inserted.
Press PLAY on the recorder.
w'Insert editing will start. (PLAY and REC are displayed on
the FDP.)
ale
[Advantages-Of S-VHS VCRs
~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 that of the original, 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): All signals
B
Press PAUSE on the recorder to stop insert editing.
™ Do not press STOP to stop insert editing, otherwise the
picture will be distorted at the switching point between the
newly inserted and previously recorded pictures.
FOR AV INSERT EDITING
If you want to replace the picture, Hi-Fi audio soundtrack and
normal audio soundtrack all at the same time...
_Instep 8 above, after you press INSERT, press A. DUB. also.
(REC and PLAY blink and PAUSE lights up on the FDP.)
will be transferred without degradation.
EN-34
Recorder Your VCR
To the rear panel,
VIDEO f . & PAUSE/SPECIAL
IN “To BIN: 4g FUNCTION connector
Mini-plug Cable (provided)
(JVC camcorder only)
AUDIO OUT
NOTES:
@ After audio dubbing, the normal audio track remains selected. To
hear the Hi-Fi tracks, select "Hi-Fi" <> p.20.
® Audio dubbing is possible using the rear connectors.
® Audio dubbing will stop automatically at the counter reading of
"0:00:00", and the recorder will enter the Play mode. Check the
counter before starting audio dubbing.
@ It may be unlawful to record or play back. copyrighted m material
without the consent of. the copyright: ‘owner.
To edit from a camcorder
" Tapé-te -tape editing is also possible using a camcorder (equipped
with playback facility) as the player and your VCR as the recorder.
PREPARATION
(1) Connect the camcorder's VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT
connectors to the VCR's front panel VIDEO IN and AUDIO
IN connectors.
™@.Use the L connector for
monaural connection.
™ When a Master Edit Control-
equipped JVC camcorder is
used, the camcorder is capable
‘SPECIAL FUNCTION
R.A.EDIT/PAUSE
AV COMPU-LINK
of controlling your VCR. PRESS (SET 4/-) FOR CHOICE
@ Press MENU, SET, and PRESS (MENU) TO ENG
SELECT as many times
as necessary to access the SPECIAL FUNCTION
screen. (CF p. 7)
@,Press:SET to choose "R.A.EDIT/PAUSE".
Press MENU as many times as necessary to exit.
© Refer to camcorder's instruction manual for set-up
procedure.
| OPERATION
[2] Press MENU, SET and
SELECT as many times as ‘TAPE DUB MODE
necessary to access the "TAPE. 9 ON
DUB MODE" screen. (37 p. 7) OFF
Press SET to choose "ON".
Press MENU as many times as
necessary to exit.
[5) Set the VCR's input mode to
AUX by pressing digit key "0". "AU" will appear instead ofa
channel number,
[6] Put the camcorder in the Play mode,
[7]--Put the VCR in the Record mode. ,
© Refer to the camcorder/recorder's instruction manual for
operation instructions.
PRESS (SET ¢/-) FOR CHOICE
PRESS (MENU) TO END
Audio Dubbing
Audio Dubbing replaces the normal audio sound of a previously
recorded tape with a new soundtrack.
PREPARATION
[1] Connect an audio component to the recorder’s front panel
AUDIO L, R connectors. (For monaural equipment, use the L
connector.)
OPERATION
[2] Set the VCR's input mode to AUX by pressing digit key "0".
“AU" will appear instead of channel number.
[3} Start playback and engage the Still mode at the point from
« which’ you wish to start audio dubbing.
[4] Press: A. DUB. |
@ Your VCR enters the Audio Dubbing-Pause mode. (REC
“blinks, PLAY and PAUSE light'up on the FDP.)
{5} Start playback of the audio source, and then press PLAY.
® Audio dubbing will start. (REC blinks and PLAY is
displayed on the FDP.)
{6] Pressing PAUSE temporarily stops audio dubbing.
[7] Press STOP to stop audio dubbing.
EN-35

B>
@
Editing
(cont'd)
PAUSE/
SPECIAL
FUNCTION
Your VCR
REMOTE
PAUSE
Mini-plug Cable
(provided)
MENU
SELECT
R.A.EDIT
START
STOP
CANCEL
(R:A-EDIT START)
EN:36:
Random Assemble Editing
This
function
makes
it
easier
to
create
edited
videos
when
your
VCR
is
used
as
the
source
player
in
combination
with
another
video
deck
which
is
equipped
with
a
PAUSE
(ic.
REMOTE
PAUSE)
terminal.
You
can
pre-program
up
to
8
scenes
or
"cuts"
for
automatic
editing
in
the
sequence
you
have
specified.
i
PREPARATION
{£) Connect your VCR's VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT
connectors to the recording deck's VIDEO IN and AUDIO IN
connectors.
(2) Connect your VCR's PAUSE/SPECIAL FUNCTION
connector to the recording deck's PAUSE connector.
aw If the recording deck does not have a PAUSE connector,
connect to the R.A. EDIT connector.
{8] Turn both units on.
[4] Engage the recorder's AUX(iliary) mode.
(5) Press MENU, SET, and
SELECT
as
many
times
as
SPECIAL
FUNCTION
necessary
to
access
the
R.A
EDIT/PAUSE
SPECIAL
FUNCTION
screen.
noe
(= p.7)
[6] Press SET to choose "R.A.
EDIT/PAUSE".
[7] Press MENU as many times as
necessary to exit.
OPERATION
[6] Insert a recorded cassette into
your VCR.
(3) Play back the tape in your VCR.
Press MENU, SET and SELECT
as many times as necessary to
access the R.A. EDIT screen.
@ The screen is superimposed
‘on the video playback.
(fi) Use the SHUTTLE PLUS
PRESS (SET 4/-) FOR CHOICE
PRESS tent 8 END
button
to
search
for
the
point
AA
FOr
23
EDIT
MODE
where
you
want
an
edited
scene
Ye
to
start,
and
press
SELECT.
H
§
The
cut-in
point
is
registered
H
in
memory.
;
TTL
0:00:00
CNT
0:02:23
[2] Use the SHUTTLE PLUS
button to search for the point
where you want the scene to
end, and press SELECT.
8 The cut-out point is registered
in memory.
@ The "TTL" reading displays
the total running time of the
edited scenes.
[3] Specify additional scenes by
repeating steps 11 ~ 12.
pl tag
coon en me 6 Ae:
2 5
2
g
SHUTTLE PLUS
(Continued on next page.)
[@ Ansert a cassette (with safety tab
intact) into the recording deck,
and put the recording deck in
the Record-Pause mode.
[iS] Press R.A-EDIT START.
@ The function begins automatic
editing; all the specified scenes
are copied to the recording
deck
in
sequential
order.
MT
og
POUT
MODE
™
The
on-screen
display
remains
0:10:20
21:40
superimposed while your VCR ; 47
1:00:36
searches for each scene (the
blinking cursor points to the
scene number presently being THLO:18:40 CNT 1:00:38
searched), and is not displayed
while the scenes are being edited.
® While a scene is being searched, the recording deck
automatically enters the Record-Pause mode.
"SEARCHING" appears on the screen.
@ When Random Assemble Editing is finished, your VCR
enters the Still mode, the recording deck enters the Record-
Pause mode; and’ the cursor blinks at the next available
scene number,
[i] Press MENU as many times as necessary to exit.
{fi
Press
STOP
on
both
decks
to
end
Random
Assemble
Editing.
"ERROR" WARNING
If you choose "AV COMPU-LINK"
by mistake in step 6 and then reach
the R.A. EDIT screen in step 10,
the "ERROR" display will appear
as shown on the right.
Be sure to choose “R.A. EDIT/
PAUSE" in step 6 to perform
Random Assemble Editing.
-ERROR-
CHOOSE SPECIAL FUNCTION
ON MAIN MENU AND SELECT
RA. EDIT/PAUSE
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
RA EDIT
PRESS (MENU) TO MAIN MENU
OPTIONAL RM-V403U MULTI-
BRAND R.A.EDIT CONTROLLER °
By connecting this controller to your VCR's R.A-EDIT Connector,
Random Assemble Editing will become possible in conjunction
with
a
second
non-JVC
VCR.
The
controller
is
compatible
with
various
major
VCR
brands
—
convenient
especially
if
you
already
own a VCR other than JVC. For compatible systems and
availability,
please
consult
your
JVC
dealer.
|
NOTE:
You
can
also
monitor
the
sound
when
searching
for
scenes
you
want
to
edit
in
steps
11
-
12.
Since
you
can
hear
the
soundtrack
during
selection,
you
can
avoid
abrupt or unnatural sounding scene-to-scene connections.
[ TO MAKE CORRECTIONS _|
During step 11 or 12, you can
correcta cut-in or cut-out point
using the remote control. Each time,
the CANCEL button is pressed, the
immediately preceding point is
cleared and can be reset.
RA EDIT. EDIT MODE
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ww Example: The cut-out point for "2" can be changed by pressing
CANCEL once (to clear it) and re-setting it. By pressing
CANCEL more times, you can back up to previous points for
re-setting, but all points in between will be cleared in the
process, (e.g, To reach the cut-out point for "1", the cut-in and -
out points for "2" will be cleared.)
MEMORY CAPACITY
Random Assemble Editing utilizes the same memory space as the
VCR's timer; so the number of sequences available to this
function may not be 8, depending on how many programs are
already stored in memory.
= Example: Only sequences 1 - 5
are available because three
programs are stored in the timer
memory.
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mw Example: The "PROGRAM
FULL" screen appears when the
timer memory is full (all 8
programs are used). To cancel a
program, 7 p. 32:
RA EDIT EDIT MODE
PROGRAM FULL
/ USING INDEX SEARCH WITH
RANDOM ASSEMBLE EDITING
In step 11, Index Search can also be used to locate your edit
points. When used, "INDEX" and the index number will appear
on the R.A.Edit screen. For Index Search (7 p. 22,
2 Using Index Search during R.A-Edit will result in a reduction
in accuracy.
ae
® This function requires that index marks are previously recorded
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on your tape at the desired edit points.
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9
If
You
Have
Any
Questions
Before requesting service...
Symptoms
Power or Tape Transport Problems?
Check points
No power is applied to the VCR.
: ® Is the power cord disconnected?
— Connect it.
Remote control does not function.
‘| @ Are the batteries discharged?
— Replace with new ones.
@ Is the A/B code switch set to the appropriate position?
m Is the TV/CABLE/VCR switch set to the appropriate position?
— Check once again.
Clock is functioning properly, but the VCR tee "TIMER" displayed on the display panel?
cannot be powered.
— Press the TIMER button to extinguish the display.
Cassette will not load. Gets stuck and is
ejected a few seconds later.
# Are you inserting the cassette correctly? Incorrect insertion causes the built-in safety
mechanism to automatically eject the cassette.
—— Wait a few seconds and re-insert correctly.
.— Be sure to push the middle of the cassette's label side and be sure the window side is up.
‘Tape stops during rewind or fast-forward.
fa Js the C. MEMORY button pressed?
— Press again to make "M" disappear from the counter display.
Tape will not fewind or fast-forward.
Playback Problems?
Symptoms:
@ Is the tape already fully rewound or fast-forwarded?
— Check the cassette.
Check points
Playback picture does not appear while the
tape is running.
Noise appears during visual search.
Noise appears during normal playback.
Noise appears during slow playback.
Playback picture is blurred ‘or intertupted
} while TV broadcasts are clear.
@ If you are using RF OUT connection, is the TV receiver’s channel selector set to the correct
video channel?
— Set it to the RF converter channet (3 or 4). (7 p. 8)
W If you are using AV connection, is the TV receiver set to the AV mode?
— Set it to:the AV mode.
@ This is normal.
@ Is the automatic tracking mode engaged?
— Try manual tracking. (G p. 19)
™ Try manual tracking. (C7 p. 19)
™ Video heads may be dirty.
Breaks are noticeable in ‘Hi-Fi audio sound.
| — Head cleaning is necessary. Consult your JVC dealer ( p. 41).
-| mIs the automatic tracking mode engaged?
— Try manual tracking. (GF p. 19):
Hi-Fi soundtrack cannot be heard.
Recording Problems?
: Symptoms
@ Is "AUDIO MONITOR" on the FUNCTION menu set to "NORM"?
— Set it to "HI-FI" (CF p. 20).
&t Is Hi-Fi audio present on the tape?
Check points
Recording cannot be started.
"| Is acassette loaded?
W Is the safety tab on the cassette removed?
— Cover with adhesive tape. (G7 p. 26)
TV broadcasts cannot be recorded.
i Has “AUX” been selected by mistake?
— Set to the desired channe!.
Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.
® Is the camcorder or VCR correctly connected?
@ Are all necessary power switches turned ON?
@ Has “AUX” been selected?
— Set to “AUX”.
— If using a rear panel input connection, make-sure nothing is k connected to the front panel
connectors. (C7 p. 34):
Camera recording is not possible.
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® Is the camcorder correctly connected?
@ Has “AUX” been selected?
— Set to “AUX”.
Timer-Recording Problems?
Symptoms
Check points
Timer recording is not possible.
™ Have you set the clock correctly and programmed the timer correctly?
— Check once again.
™ Have you set-up the VCR? Make sure you have...
— Set the VCR's tuner. : ‘
—Made necessary changes in the Guide Channel Set screen.
Lt Is the TIMER indicator displayed'on the display panel?
—If not, press the TIMER button 'to display the TIMER indicator:
Cable channels are not automatically switched’
during timer-recording.
® Make sure that...
- The Cable Box Controller is connected to your VCR's CABLE BOX Connector (7 p. 14).
— The correct Cable Box output channel selected in the CABLE BOX OUTPUT menu (c¥ p: 15).
— The Cable Box's power is left ON during timer-recording,
|.™ Although the provided Cable Box Contrdlier is compatible with many different cable box
‘brands, it is possible that it will not work with your cable box.
Timer recording takes place; but the charinel is’
always wrong.
@ Is CABLE BOX OUTPUT menu set to "ON" even though you don't use an external Cable Box?
— If you don't use a Cable Box, set CABLE BOX OUTPUT menu to "OFF", (12 p. 15).
‘We moved, and now VCR Plus+ doesn't work
properly.
@ TV stations differ by locale. It may be necessary to re-set the VCR.(C p. 17).
“PROGRAM FULL! is displayed on the VCR.
Plus+ input screen.
@ The VCR's timer memory if full; all 8 programs are used.
— Cancel any unnecessary programs in the timer memory (Cp. 32).
‘Timer programming screen does not function, —
properly.
@ Is the ITR indicator displayed on the display panel?
— Timer programming is not possible while an ITR is in progress.
"TIMER" and "[0)" on the display panel
continue blinking.
The cassette is automatically ejected.
"TIMER" and "(0)" continue blinking.
"TIMER" blinks for 10 seconds and the timer
mode is cancelled.
The cassette is ejected, power is shut off and —
"TIMER" and ‘oor are blinking.
Other Problems?
Symptoms
“w-There ‘iis no cassette in the VCR.
~~ Insert a cassette with the safety tab intact.
™ The inserted cassette has its safety tab removed.
— Insert a cassette with its safety tab intact. Or cover the safety tab hole of the cassette with
adhesive tape and re-insert it (7 p. 26).
® There are no preset programs in memory, or they have all been incorrectly preset.
— Check the programmed data and re-program it as necessary. Press TIMER again.
# This means that the end of the tape was reached while timer-recording was in progress.
Therefore, the preset program may not be recorded in nits eocieety
Check points
Some. channels are skipped over when
scanning channels:
™ Those channels are preset'to be'skipped oveéi: If You need them, restore them. (> p. 13)
Channel cannot be changed.
Ws récording in progress?
—— Press the PAUSE button, change the channel, and press the PLAY button.
Snowy picture on screen when viewing TV
programs while recording another program.
@ Is the VIDEO indicator lit?
—— Press the TV/VIDEO button.
Remote control does not operate my TYV..
@ Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC televisions as well as.
many TV models manufactured by others, it is possible that the provided remote control will
not operate your TY, or in some instances, will haye limited function capability. (> p. 33)
m Is the remote control's TV/CABLE/VCR switch set to "T'V"?
— If not, set it to "TV".
"12:00 AM" is blinking.
@ This means the clock must be set. It's displayed when time-keeping is terminated due to a
power failure or because the VCR's power plug was puiled from the AC outlet.
To set the clock. tp. 11. If power was interrupted, it's also likely that all preset timer
- programming data has been erased, Please check and re-program’as necessary.
ATTENTION:
This recorder contains microcomputers. Externat electronic noise or interference could cause malfunctioning. In such cases, switch the power off
and unplug the power cord. Then plug it in again and switch power on. Take out the cassette. After checking the cassette, operate the unit as usual.
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