JVC HR-VP830U User manual

HR-VP830U
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
PU30425-1820
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions
contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new VCR.
CAUTIONS
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 PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION:
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE
LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER
JUSQU'AU FOND.
CAUTION
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RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in
damage to the VCR, remote control or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the VCR . . .
... in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or
humidity.
... in direct sunlight.
... in a dusty environment.
... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are
generated.
... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT block the VCR’s ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or remote control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the
VCR or remote control.
5. AVOID violent shocks to the VCR during transport.
**MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the VCR when you move it
from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely humid
conditions—just as water droplets form on the surface of a glass
filled with cold liquid. Moisture condensation on the head drum
will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where condensa-
tion may occur, keep the VCR’s power turned on for a few
hours to let the moisture dry before inserting a tape.
**ABOUT HEAD CLEANING
Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads
may cause the playback picture to become blurred or inter-
rupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such
troubles occur.
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.
nCassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with this
video cassette recorder. However, only "VHS" recordings can
be played back in this model.
nHQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
CAUTION:
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void
user's authority to operate the equipment.
VCR Plus+C3and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Develop-
ment Corporation.
The VCR Plus+C3system is manufactured under licence from
Gemstar Development Corporation.
DSSTM is an official trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM
Hughes Electronics.

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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 instructions. For your safety, please
read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate
this product and keep this booklet for future reference.
INSTALLATION
1. Grounding or Polarization
(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-
current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the
other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way.
This is a safety feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try
reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type
plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will
only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety
feature.
If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not
defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.
2. Power Sources
Operate your product only from the type of power source
indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of
power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or
local power company. If your product is intended to operate
from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating
instructions.
3. Overloading
Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral
convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or
electric shock.
4. Power Cord Protection
Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely
to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against
them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
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 instructions have been adhered to.
6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting
The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
ANTENNA
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ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 
810-20)
GROUNDING 
CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70
GROUND CLAMP
ANTENNA INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding
If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the
product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as
to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up
static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper
grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of
the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding
connectors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to
grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding
electrode.
2. Lightning
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm,
or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna
or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to
lightning and power-line surges.
3. Power Lines
An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity
of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits,
or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be
taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as
contact with them might be fatal.

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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.If the product does not operate normally by following the
operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are
covered by the operating instructions as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will
often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation.
e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in
performance—this indicates a need for service.
3. Replacement Parts
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original
part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric
shock or other hazards.
4. Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask
the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in safe operating condition.
HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
●All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of
Contents on page 5. Use this when searching for information
on a specific procedure or feature.
●The Index on pages 67–69 lists frequently-used terms, and
the number of the first page on which they are used or
explained in the manual. This section also illustrates the
controls and connections on the front and rear panel, the
front display panel and the remote control.
●The Zmark signals a reference to another page for
instructions or related information.
●Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are
clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the
beginning of each major section.
BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW
VCR . . .
. . . please read the sections/literature listed below.
●”Cautions” on page 2
●”Important Products Safety Instructions” on the previous pages
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 moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven
surfaces may cause the product and
cart combination to overturn.
3. Water and Moisture
Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath
tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement,
or near a swimming pool and the like.
4. Object and Liquid Entry
Never push objects of any kind into this product through
openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-
out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the product.
5. Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer
of this product as they may cause hazards.
6. Cleaning
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth
for cleaning.
7. Heat
The product should be situated away from heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(Symbol provided by RETAC)

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CONTENTS
Recording ................................................... 41
Record One Program While
Watching Another....................................................41
Display Elapsed Recording Time ..............................41
Stereo And SAP (Second Audio Program) .................42
To Record SAP Programs..........................................42
Hi-Fi Audio Recording Level Control .......................43
TIMER RECORDING 44
VCR Plus+ Timer Programming....................44
On-Screen Timer Programming ........... 46
Check And Cancel Programs ...................................48
Auto Timer ......................................................49
Instant Timer Recording (ITR) .......................50
EDITING 51
Edit To Or From Another VCR .......................51
Edit From A Camcorder ...............................52
Assemble Editing ........................................ 54
Audio Dubbing ...........................................55
Insert Editing .............................................. 56
Random Assemble Editing ...........................58
SPECIAL FEATURES 60
TV Multi-Brand Remote Control ..............................60
Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote Control ...................61
Control Two JVC VCRs ............................................62
Child Lock ...............................................................62
TROUBLESHOOTING 63
Power ........................................................ 63
Tape Transport ............................................63
Playback ....................................................63
Recording ................................................... 64
Timer Recording .......................................... 64
Other Problems. .........................................65
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 66
Playback ....................................................66
Recording ................................................... 66
Timer Recording .......................................... 66
INDEX 67
List Of Terms ............................................... 67
Front View.................................................. 68
Rear View .................................................. 68
Front Display Panel.....................................69
Remote Control ...........................................69
SPECIFICATIONS 70
FOR SERVICING 71
WARRANTY 72
INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR 6
Basic Connections ..................................6
INITIAL SETTINGS 7
Dual Quick Set .............................................. 7
Language ..................................................... 8
Clock ............................................................ 9
Preparation ................................................................9
Semi-Auto................................................................10
Manual .................................................................... 11
Auto ........................................................................ 11
Tuner .......................................................... 12
Set Receivable Channels ..........................................12
Add Or Delete A Channel ........................................14
Cable Box Control ....................................... 15
Situate And Connect Controller ...............................15
Set Cable Box Output Channel ................................16
Set Cable Box Brand ................................................17
VCR Plus+ Setup ......................................... 19
DSS Receiver Control ...................................22
Situate And Connect Controller ...............................22
Set DSS Receiver Output Channel ...........................23
Set DSS Receiver Brand ...........................................24
SIMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING 25
Simple Playback .........................................25
Simple Recording ........................................ 26
PLAYBACK AND RECORDING
FEATURES 27
Playback ....................................................27
Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback.....................27
Slow Motion/Reverse Slow Motion ..........................27
Manual Tracking ......................................................28
Select The Soundtrack .............................................29
Superimpose ............................................................30
Index Search ............................................................31
Manual Index Mark/Erase ........................................31
Repeat Playback ......................................................31
Instant ReView .........................................................32
Counter Reset ..........................................................32
Counter Memory .....................................................32
Tape Position Indicator ............................................33
Next-Function Memory............................................33
AV COMPU LINK Playback .....................................33
Time Scan ................................................... 35
High-Speed Search (7 x playback) ...........................35
Variable-Speed Search/Reverse Play ........................35
Skip Search ..............................................................36
Time Scan Audio .....................................................37
Active Video Calibration.............................. 38
Preparation ..............................................................38
Recording ................................................................39
Playback ..................................................................40

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CH3 OFF
CH4
RF OUT
INSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR
CHECK CONTENTS
1
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories
listed in “SPECIFICATIONS” (Zpg. 70).
SITUATE VCR
2
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
CONNECT VCR TO TV
3
The connection method you use depends on the type of
TV you have.
RF Connection
● To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals . . .
a– Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
b– Connect the TV antenna cable to the ANT IN jack
on the rear of the VCR.
c– Connect the supplied RF cable between the RF
OUT jack on the rear of the VCR and the TV’s
antenna terminal.
AV Connection
● To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals . . .
a– Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in
the illustration.
b– Connect an Audio/Video Cable between the AUDIO
OUT and VIDEO OUT jacks on the rear of the VCR
and the AV IN jacks on the TV.
CONNECT VCR TO
POWER SOURCE
4
Connect the power plug to an AC outlet.
●The clock and tuner will automatically be set when
the antenna is connected and when the AC is first
connected to the VCR (Zpg. 7).
FINAL PREPARATION FOR
USE
5
Select the VCR channel (3, 4 or OFF) by setting the RF
switch on the rear of the VCR as shown in the illustration.
ZNOTES below.
Turn on the power to the TV. You are now able to perform
simple playback (Zpg. 25) and recording (Zpg. 26).
(If 'Auto' is displayed on the front display panel, the
clock is being set automatically. Wait for the time to be
displayed before powering on the VCR.)
NOTES:
● The VCR channel is the channel on the TV which will display
the audio and video signals from the VCR.
● The RF switch is preset to the CH3 position.
Set to CH4 if you use the RF connection and CH3 is used for
broadcasting in your area. If you use the AV connection, set
the RF switch to OFF.
● If your TV has no AV input terminals, set the channel on the
TV to correspond to the RF switch on the back of the VCR.
● Even if your TV has AV input terminals, you must connect it
to the VCR using an RF cable in order to record one show
while watching another ( Z pg. 41).
● For full identification of the VCR's rear panel, refer to the
Index (REAR VIEW Z pg. 68).
Back of VCR
AC Power
Cord
Basic
Connections
Antenna or Cable
Coaxial Cable
Flat Feeder
AC
Outlet
ANTENNA-
IN (Antenna
or Cable
input)
RF
OUT
RF Cable
(supplied)
TV
Matching Transformer
(Not supplied)
Back of VCR
Video Cable
(supplied)
Audio Cable
(supplied)
75 ohm terminal
RF Switch

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INITIAL SETTINGS
Dual Quick Set
Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set
Dual Quick Set sets the clock and tuner channels automatically
when power is first connected to the VCR. The antenna cable
must be connected for dual quick set.
The time and date can be set automatically from clock setting
data that is transmitted by one of the regular TV broadcast
channels. We call this TV channel the “Host Channel” and it is
a PBS channel in your area.
PM
During Initial Auto Clock Set During Auto Channel Set
The channels appear in
ascending order, beginning
with 1.
Dual Quick Set Completed
The current time (including
AM/PM) is displayed.
PERFORM DUAL QUICK SET
1
Make sure that the antenna cable is connected to the
VCR. Then connect the VCR’s power plug to an AC
outlet. For connection configuration, refer to “Basic
Connections” (Zpg. 6). The clock and tuner channels
will automatically be set.
●Auto clock set is performed first. The auto clock set
function scans all the channels received by your VCR
to find the Host Channel and then sets the clock.
AUTO is displayed on the front display panel during
Auto clock set.
●Auto channel is performed next. The auto channel set
function scans all the channels that are receivable by
your VCR. It then automatically assigns each
receivable channels to the CH▲▼ buttons. It skips
non-receivable channels. During auto channel set the
channel numbers are displayed in ascending order.
●When Dual Quick Set has been completed successfully
the correct time is displayed.
●If "AUTO CLOCK SET" or "SEMI-AUTO CLOCK SET"
is selected at the Override Auto Clock Set screen on
page 10, the clock will be adjusted automatically by
the Host PBS every hour on the hour (except for
11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) by the
incoming PBS channel clock setting data. (This
automatic clock adjustment can only be performed
when the VCR’s power is turned off. The clock will
be adjusted on the hour based on the time displayed
on the VCR, not on the actual real time.) The default
setting is "AUTO CLOCK SET".
●If an incorrect time is displayed on the front display
panel, you may be receiving the clock setting data of
a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone, or an
incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. In this
case, perform the Semi-Auto procedure (Zpg. 10).
Auto channel set has already taken place and it need
not be set again.
●If “- -:- -” appears on the display, your antenna cable
may not be connected to the VCR, there may not be a
Host PBS signal available in your area, or your cable
box may not be set to the PBS channel. If the antenna
connection or cable box setting is incorrect, connect the
antenna cable to the VCR or select the correct cable
channel. Then power on and power off the VCR; the
Dual Quick set mode will be automatically reactivated
and "Auto" will be displayed on the VCR's front panel. If
everything is connected and set correctly, perform the
Manual Clock Set procedure (Zpg. 11). Auto channel
set has not yet taken place, so please also perform the
“Set Receivable Channels” procedure (Zpg. 12).
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●Don’t press any buttons on the VCR or remote during
Dual Quick Set.
●If you perform Dual Quick Set successfully, there’s no need
to perform the Clock (Zpg. 9) and Tuner (Zpg. 12)
procedures. If, however, you want to add or delete
channels, refer to “Add Or Delete A Channel” on page 14.
ATTENTION CABLE BOX SUBSCRIBERS
If you perform the Dual Quick Set procedure . . .
●Select the PBS channel on your cable box before plugging
your VCR’s power plug into the AC outlet. (If you have
more than one PBS channel, you may have to select an
alternative PBS channel if Dual Quick Set is not successful.)
●If there is no PBS channel in your area, perform the
Manual Clock Set procedure (Zpg. 11).
●For automatic clock adjustment to take place the VCR's
power must be off and the cable box must be set to the
PBS channel at clock adjustment times.
●If you perform Dual Quick Set successfully, D.S.T. will be
set to “AUTO”. At the D.S.T. adjustment time (Zpg. 11),
your VCR's power must be off and your cable box must be
set to the host PBS channel in your area for the D.S.T.
adjustment to take place. If the clock is not set correctly,
change the D.S.T. setting to “ON” or “OFF. See step 9of
Semi-Auto procedure (Zpg. 10) or step 6of Manual
procedure (Zpg. 11).
NOTE:
If, due to a power outage or other event, the memory backup fails,
Dual Quick Set is performed when power is restored to the VCR.

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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
Language This VCR offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in
English, Spanish or French (not including messages superimposed
on the TV picture). Select the desired language using this
procedure. The default setting is "ENGLISH".
TURN ON THE VCR
1
Press POWER.
ACCESS ON-SCREEN
MENU
2
Press MENU as many times as necessary to bring up the
Main Menu screen.
ACCESS CUSTOM SET
SCREEN
3
At the Main Menu screen,
place the arrow next to
“CUSTOM SET” by
pressing CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞, then
press OK.
ACCESS LANGUAGE
SELECT SCREEN
4
The messages are preset to
appear in English. If you want
to see them in Spanish or
French, place the arrow next
to “LANGUAGE SELECT” by
pressing CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
SELECT LANGUAGE
5
At the Language Select
screen, place the arrow
next to the desired
language by pressing
CH5∞or TIME SCAN
5∞, then press MENU as
many times as necessary to
return to the normal
screen.
MAIN MENU
PROGRAM SET
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
=CUSTOM SET
VIDEO CALIBRATION
R.A. EDIT
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
CUSTOM SET
OVERRIDE
AUTO CLOCK SET
=LANGUAGE SELECT
VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
DSS RECEIVER OUTPUT
DSS RECEIVER BRAND SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
LANGUAGE SELECT
=ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
FRANCAIS
PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT
PRESS (MENU) TO END
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POWER
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POWER
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Clock
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MENU OK
TIME SCAN
POWER
CH
Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly
by Dual Quick Set. Access the Override Auto Clock Set screen
to choose the Auto, Semi-Auto or Manual clock setting
procedure. Each procedure starts from step 5. *Auto need only
be selected if Semi-Auto or Manual had previously been
selected.
Preparation
TURN ON THE VCR
1
Press POWER.
ACCESS ON-SCREEN
MENU
2
Press MENU as many times as necessary to bring up
the Main Menu screen.
ACCESS CUSTOM SET
SCREEN
3
At the Main Menu screen,
place the arrow next to
“CUSTOM SET” by
pressing CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
ACCESS CLOCK SET MODE
SELECT SCREEN
4
Place the arrow at the
Custom Set screen next to
“OVERRIDE AUTO
CLOCK SET” by pressing
CH5∞or TIME SCAN
5∞, then press OK.
MAIN MENU
PROGRAM SET
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
=CUSTOM SET
VIDEO CALIBRATION
R.A. EDIT
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
CUSTOM SET
=OVERRIDE
AUTO CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE SELECT
VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
DSS RECEIVER OUTPUT
DSS RECEIVER BRAND SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
SELECT MODE
5
At the Override Auto
Clock Set screen, place the
arrow next to “SEMI-
AUTO CLOCK SET” by
pressing CH▲▼ or TIME
SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
ACCESS SELECT SCREENS
6
At the Semi-Auto Clock Set
screen, place the
arrow next to the desired
mode by pressing CH▲▼
or TIME SCAN 5∞, then
press OK.
To select the Host Channel
— step 7
To select the Time Zone
— step 8
To select the D.S.T. mode — step 9
SELECT HOST CHANNEL
7
You can either select
“AUTO”, or enter a PBS
channel number. For
automatic channel
selection, simply press
MENU. To manually select
the PBS channel, press the
appropriate NUMBER key,
CH▲▼ or TIME SCAN
5∞to cycle through the channel numbers (hold button
down to speed through numbers) and stop when the
desired number appears. Press MENU and the Semi-
Auto Clock Set screen reappears.
NOTES:
● For cable box users: Select "AUTO" or the channel
on your VCR that receives the cable box channels,
and set the cable box to the PBS channel.
● There are some PBS channels that do not transmit
clock setting data.
SELECT TIME ZONE
8
You can either select
“AUTO”, or select the
correct zone. If you
selected "AUTO" in step 7
and if you live near the
boundary of an adjacent
time zone, or receive
cable TV channels, a PBS
channel from a different
time zone may become your host channel. Therefore,
in this case make sure to manually select the correct
time zone. Place the arrow next to your choice by
pressing CH5∞or TIME SCAN 5∞, then press MENU
to return to the Semi-Auto Clock Set screen.
Semi-Auto
OVERRIDE AUTO CLOCK SET
AUTO CLOCK SET
=SEMI-AUTO CLOCK SET
MANUAL CLOCK SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
TIME ZONE SELECT
=AUTO MOUNTAIN
ATLANTIC PACIFIC
EASTERN ALASKA
CENTRAL HAWAII
PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT
PRESS (MENU) TO END
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=HOST CHANNEL SELECT
TIME ZONE SELECT
D.S.T. SELECT
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
HOST CHANNEL SELECT
(CATV)
CH AUTO
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SELECT D.S.T. MODE
9
You have three choices:
a–Select “AUTO” and the
adjustment to your VCR’s
clock will be made
according to the incoming
signal from the host
channel.
b–Select “ON” and the
adjustment will be made
based on the clock itself.
c–Select “OFF” if Daylight Saving Time doesn’t apply to
you.
Place the arrow next to your choice by pressing CH5∞
or TIME SCAN 5∞, then press MENU and the Semi-
Auto Clock Set screen reappears.
D.S.T. SELECT
=AUTO
ON
OFF
PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT
PRESS (MENU) TO END
IMPORTANT
After setting the Semi-Auto clock set, make sure that the VCR
is off before the next hour so that the clock can be adjusted.
(The clock is automatically adjusted on the hour except at
11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM.)
SELECT MODE
5
At the Override Auto Clock Set screen (Zpg. 10), place
the arrow next to “MANUAL CLOCK SET” by pressing
CH▲▼ or TIME SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
SET DATE, TIME AND D.S.T.
6
The Manual Clock Set
screen is displayed and the
first setting that can be set
begins flashing.
Press the appropriate
NUMBER keys to set the
date and time (if only 1
digit, press "0" first). Press
CH▲▼ or TIME SCAN
5∞to set AM/PM and D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time) to
“ON” (automatic adjustment based on VCR’s clock) or
“OFF” (if D.S.T. doesn’t apply to you).
Press OK after AM/PM and D.S.T. settings. The next
setting that can be set begins flashing. When you’re
finished with this set-up procedure, press MENU to start
the clock.
NOTE:
CH
5∞
and TIME SCAN
5∞
can be used to perform all
operations. (In this case, press OK after each setting.)
MAKE CORRECTIONS
7
To change any of the settings, press OK or TIME SCAN
™£until the item you want to change blinks,
then set as in step 6.
MANUAL CLOCK SET
DATE 1/ 1/96 MON
TIME – – : – – AM
D.S.T. ON
PRESS NUMBER KEY(0-9)
OR (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
Manual
SELECT MODE
5
At the Override Auto Clock Set screen, place the arrow
next to "AUTO CLOCK SET" by pressing CH▲▼ or
TIME SCAN 5∞, then power off the VCR. Do not
power it on again until the clock has been adjusted.
The clock is automatically adjusted on the hour except
at 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM. (The
clock will be adjusted on the hour based on the time
displayed on the VCR, not on the actual real time.)
Auto
**AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME
This function enables automatic adjustment of the VCR’s
clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time.
With Auto DST activated, . . .
. . . on the first Sunday of April at 2:00 AM, the clock is
adjusted to 3:00 AM.
. . . on the last Sunday of October at 2:00 AM, the clock is
adjusted to 1:00 AM.
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Tuner Set Receivable Channels
TURN ON THE VCR
1
Press POWER.
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
2
Press MENU as many times as necessary.
ACCESS TUNER SET
SCREEN
3
Place the arrow next to "TUNER SET" by pressing
CH5∞or TIME SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
ACCESS BAND SCREEN
4
Place the arrow next to
"BAND" by pressing
CH5∞or TIME SCAN
5∞, then press OK.
SET FREQUENCY BAND
5
If you receive your TV
channels from an external
antenna, select "TV". If
you receive your TV
channels from a cable TV
system, select "CATV".
Place the arrow next to
your choice by pressing
CH5∞or TIME SCAN
5∞, then press MENU to return to the Tuner Set screen.
BAND
TV
=CATV
PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT
PRESS (MENU) TO END
TUNER SET
=BAND
AFC
AUTO CHANNEL SET
MANUAL CHANNEL SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
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PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL
SET
6
Place the arrow next to
"AUTO CHANNEL SET" by
pressing CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
Receivable channels in your
area are automatically
assigned to the CH5∞
buttons, and non-receivable
channels are skipped.
NOTES:
● At the end of Auto Channel Set, “SCAN COM-
PLETED” appears on screen.
● If the scan was unsuccessful, “SCAN COMPLETED–
NO SIGNAL” appears on screen. Check the band
setting and connections and start again.
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
7
Press MENU as many times as necessary.
AUTO CHANNEL SET
(TV)
CH 2 ADD
SCANNING ...
PRESS (MENU) TO END
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Add Or Delete A Channel
ACCESS TUNER SET
SCREEN
1
Access by performing steps 2and 3of the Tuner
procedure on page 12.
●To add a channel, go to step 2.
●To delete a channel, skip to step 4.
ACCESS AFC SCREEN
2
Place the arrow next to "AFC" by pressing CH5∞or
TIME SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
MAKE SELECTION
3
Place the arrow next to
"SPCL" by pressing CH5∞
or TIME SCAN 5∞,
then press MENU to return
to the Tuner Set screen.
●AFC set to SPCL (special)
is necessary for turning
on certain CATV systems.
ACCESS MANUAL
CHANNEL SET SCREEN
4
Place the arrow next to "MANUAL CHANNEL SET" by
pressing CH5∞or TIME SCAN 5∞, then press OK.
STORE DESIRED CHANNEL
5
Input the channel number
using the NUMBER keys or
by pressing CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞, then press ADD
to add or CH.SKIP to delete.
Repeat for each channel
you want to store or skip.
RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
6
Press MENU as many times as necessary.
AFC
NORM
=SPCL
PRESS (5,∞) TO SELECT
PRESS (MENU) TO END
MANUAL CHANNEL SET
(CATV)
CH 125 SKIP
SELECT CH NO. AND
PRESS (ADD/SKIP)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
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This procedure is required if you receive your TV channels
through a cable box (descrambler). The Controller allows the
VCR to automatically switch the cable box channel during
timer-recording. The Controller is effective for recording shows
that have been programmed using VCR Plus+ (Zpg. 44) or
On-Screen Timer Programming (Zpg. 46).
Cable Box
Control
SITUATE CONTROLLER
1
Place the Controller so that the path between its
transmitter and the cable box’s remote sensor is
unobstructed.
ATTACH CONTROLLER
2
Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strips.
CONNECT CABLE BOX TO
VCR
3
The connection method depends on the type of cable
box you have.
If your cable box has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT
connectors . . .
. . . connect them to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN
connectors on your VCR.
If your cable box doesn’t have AUDIO and VIDEO
OUT connectors . . .
. . . connect the antenna output connector on the cable
box to the ANT.IN connector on the rear of your VCR.
Set the VCR tuner to the same channel as the cable box
RF output (see page 17 also).
NOTE:
Refer to your cable box’s instruction manual during
connection.
CONNECT CONTROLLER
TO VCR
4
Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR.
About Your Cable Box
This VCR has two separate methods to control your Cable Box.
●
The VCR's Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your
Cable Box.
This eliminates the need for a separate Cable Box Remote
Control Unit.
● The VCR's Controller can also control your Cable Box.
This allows the VCR to change your Cable Box's channel
number during timer recording.
Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCR's
Remote Control unit, refer to page 61. To set up the Controller
go to page 16.
CABLE
BOX
Situate And Connect
Controller
Suggested Location
Place the cable box on top of the VCR. Attach the VCR's
Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller’s transmitter
pointed towards the cable box’s remote sensor.
Attention:
The Controller can also control a DSS receiver. If both a cable
box and a DSS receiver are used, position the controller so its
signal reaches the remote control sensors of both the cable box
and DSS receiver.
Cable box
Controller
(suggested locations)
Your VCR
Connected
to VIDEO/
AUDIO IN
Connected to
ANT. IN
Your VCR
Controller
Cable box
Transmitter

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Set Cable Box Output
Channel
TURN ON THE VCR
1
Press POWER.
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
2
Press MENU as many times as necessary.
ACCESS CUSTOM SET
SCREEN
3
Press CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞to place the
arrow next to “CUSTOM
SET”, then press OK.
ACCESS VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
SCREEN
4
Press CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞to place the
arrow next to “VCR PLUS+
SET-UP”, then press OK.
ACCESS CABLE BOX
OUTPUT SCREEN
5
Press CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞to place the
arrow next to “CABLE
BOX OUTPUT”, then
press OK.
CUSTOM SET
OVERRIDE
AUTO CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE SELECT
=VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
DSS RECEIVER OUTPUT
DSS RECEIVER BRAND SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
=CABLE BOX OUTPUT
CABLE BOX BRAND SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
MAIN MENU
PROGRAM SET
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
=CUSTOM SET
VIDEO CALIBRATION
R.A. EDIT
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
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SELECT CABLE BOX
OUTPUT CHANNEL
6
Your selection depends on
how your cable box is
connected to your VCR.
If your cable box is
connected to your VCR
using an RF connection . . .
. . . press CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞to place the
arrow next to the channel number representing the cable
box’s output (2–6).
If your cable box is connected to your VCR’s AUDIO/
VIDEO IN connectors . . .
. . . press CH5∞or TIME SCAN 5∞to place the arrow
next to “ON LINE”.
RETURN TO VCR PLUS+
SET-UP SCREEN
7
Press MENU.
CABLE BOX OUTPUT
=OFF
ON CH2
ON CH3
ON CH4
ON CH5
ON CH6
ON LINE
PRESS (5,∞), TO SELECT
PRESS (MENU) TO END
TURN ON CABLE BOX
1
Select a channel other than channel 9 on your Cable
Box.
ACCESS CABLE BOX
BRAND SET SCREEN
2
At the VCR Plus+ Set-Up
screen, press CH5∞or
TIME SCAN 5∞to place
the arrow next to “CABLE
BOX BRAND SET”, then
press OK.
ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND
3
Press the appropriate
NUMBER keys to enter the
Cable Box Code from the
CABLE BOX BRAND LIST
on page 18, then press
ENTER.
●If the cable box’s
channel changes to 9,
setting is complete.
●If there are more than one code number listed for
your brand of cable box, repeat step 3until the cable
box’s channel changes to 9.
●If you go through all listed code numbers and the
channel doesn’t change, try all other numbers
between 1 and 69. That is because, maybe, your
cable box model is not listed.
VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
CABLE BOX OUTPUT
=CABLE BOX BRAND SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
Set Cable Box Brand
CABLE BOX BRAND SET
1
SELECT BRAND NO. AND
PRESS (ENTER)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
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RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN
4
Press MENU as many times as necessary.
You can now set up the VCR Plus+ feature ( Zpg. 19).
CABLE BOX BRAND LIST
BRAND CODE
ARCHER 49, 52, 53, 54
CABLEVIEW 49, 53
CITIZEN 49, 53
CURTIS 9, 10, 62, 63
DIAMOND 52, 53, 54
EAGLE 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37
EASTERN 51
GC BRAND 49, 53
GEMINI 8, 56
GENERAL ELECTRIC 67
GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7,8
HAMLIN 15, 16, 17,18
JERROLD 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
MACOM, HITACHI 57, 58, 59
MAGNAVOX 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 43
MOVIETIME 44, 45, 46
NSC 44, 45, 46
OAK 19, 20, 21, 30, 47, 48
PANASONIC 24, 25, 26
PHILIPS 30, 31, 32, 33, 42
PIONEER 13, 14
PULSER 49, 53
RCA 24, 25, 26
REGAL 15, 16, 17, 18, 33
REGENCY 51
SAMSUNG 8, 13, 49, 50
SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 9, 10, 62, 63
SIGMA 19, 20, 21
SL MARX 8, 13, 49, 50
SPRUCER 24, 25, 26
STARGATE 8, 13, 49, 50
SYLVANIA 29
TEKNIKA 68, 69
TELECAPTION 27
TELEVIEW 8, 13, 49, 50
TEXSCAN 28, 29
TOCOM 22, 23, 64, 65, 66
UNIKA 52, 53, 54
UNIVERSAL 38, 39, 40, 41
VIDEOWAY 11, 12, 60, 61
VIDEO TECH 55
VIDTER 55
VIEWSTAR 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37
ZENITH 11, 12, 60, 61
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
NOTES:
● Although the supplied Controller is compatible with many
different cable box brands, it is possible that it will not work
with your cable box.
● If your cable box doesn’t respond to any code between 1 and
69, you can’t use the Controller to change cable box
channels. In this case, make sure to leave the cable box
turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the
scheduled start of timer recording.
Please contact your cable company about the possibility of
exchanging your current cable box with one that is compat-
ible with your VCR.
● The VCR can only change the cable box channel through the
Controller during timer recording.
● If your cable box is one that can’t be operated with a remote
control (has no remote sensor), you can’t use the Controller to
change its channels. Make sure to leave the cable box turned
on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start
of timer recording.
● If you are unable to set the Controller, please contact JVC toll
free at 1-800-252-5722.
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The VCR Plus+ timer programming system eliminates the need
to input channel, date, start and stop time data when setting the
timer record function. Simply key in the PlusCode number for
the TV program you wish to record (found in most TV listings)
and the VCR’s timer is automatically programmed.
Depending on the TV or cable stations that you receive and the
channel numbers that they are received on in your area, you may
have to make certain changes in your VCR’s “Guide Channel Set”
menu to get proper results. Please read the following information
carefully to find out which tasks you need to perform.
Before VCR Plus+ setup you must have performed the following
procedures:
●Dual Quick setting (Zpg. 7)
or
Clock setting (Zpg. 9)
Tuner setting (Zpg. 12)
●Tuner and cable box setting if you receive your TV channels
through a cable box (Zpg. 15)
Channel Number Matching
Most TV listings have a chart indicating the “Guide Channel”
number assigned to each station for purposes of VCR Plus+
programming. Check the chart in your TV listings and see if the
Guide Channel numbers listed for the stations you receive are
the same as the channel number on which each is received by
your VCR or cable box.
**SPECIAL NOTES FOR CABLE SUBSCRIBERS**
●In many instances, cable TV stations have VCR Plus+ Guide
Channel numbers that DO NOT match the number of the
channel on which you receive the station. Check your TV
listings, or contact your cable supplier for details.
●Many normal broadcast TV stations can be viewed on cable.
Check your TV listing, or contact your cable supplier for
details.
If the numbers match, go directly to “VCR Plus+ Timer
Programming” (Zpg. 44).
If the numbers are different, and you want to be able to timer
record programs from those stations, you have to inform the
VCR of the mismatch. Go to step 1. If you will not want to timer
record from those stations, you can go directly to “VCR Plus+
Timer Programming” (Zpg. 44).
VCR Plus+
Setup
CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE.
TURN ON THE VCR
1
Press POWER.
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN
2
Press MENU as many times as necessary.
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ACCESS CUSTOM SET
SCREEN
3
Press CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞to place the
arrow next to “CUSTOM
SET”, then press OK.
ACCESS VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
SCREEN
4
Press CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞to place the
arrow next to “VCR PLUS+
SET-UP”, then press OK.
ACCESS GUIDE CHANNEL
SET SCREEN
5
Press CH5∞or TIME
SCAN 5∞to place the
arrow next to “GUIDE
CHANNEL SET”, then
press OK.
INPUT GUIDE CHANNEL
NUMBER
6
Press CH5∞, TIME SCAN
5∞or the appropriate
NUMBER keys to input the
Guide Channel number as
shown in the TV listing.
Then press OK.
●If you receive your
channels with a cable
box and if you have properly set your Cable Box
Controller, “CABLE CH” appears in place of “VCR
CH”. If not, refer to pages 15–16 and re-perform the
procedure.
MAIN MENU
PROGRAM SET
FUNCTION SET
TUNER SET
=CUSTOM SET
VIDEO CALIBRATION
R.A. EDIT
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
CUSTOM SET
OVERRIDE
AUTO CLOCK SET
LANGUAGE SELECT
=VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
DSS RECEIVER OUTPUT
DSS RECEIVER BRAND SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
VCR PLUS+ SET-UP
=GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CHANNEL MAP
CABLE BOX OUTPUT
CABLE BOX BRAND SET
PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)
GUIDE CHANNEL SET
GUIDE CH :VCR CH
1 : 1
PRESS NUMBER KEY (0-9)
OR (5,∞), THEN (OK)
PRESS (MENU) TO END
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