JVC BR-DV600EA, BR-DV600UA User Manual

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

BR-DV600UA	INSTRUCTIONS

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

BR-DV600EA	INSTRUCTIONS

CH-1/3							OPERATE
							ON/OFF
					VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA
REC LEVEL							EJECT
	MENU ADVANCE			PRESET
CH-2/4					REC	PLAY	PAUSE
	HOLD		SHIFT–	SHIFT+			REMOTE
			SHIFT	A. DUB
	SELECT		SET		REW	STOP	LOCAL
							FF
PHONES	V.IN/A.MONI		A.OUT	COUNTER			MIC
	DV	L	CH-1/2		CTL
	LINE	MIX	MIX		TC
	Y/C	R	CH-3/4		UB
	(CPN)

	For Customer Use:
	Enter below the Serial No. which is
	located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.	this information for future reference.
Before operating this unit, please read	Model No.	BR-DV600UA
the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.	Serial No.

CH-1/3							OPERATE
							ON/OFF
					VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600EA
REC LEVEL							EJECT
	MENU ADVANCE			PRESET
CH-2/4					REC	PLAY	PAUSE
	HOLD		SHIFT–	SHIFT+			REMOTE
			SHIFT	A. DUB
	SELECT		SET		REW	STOP	LOCAL
							FF
PHONES	V.IN/A.MONI		A.OUT	COUNTER			MIC
	DV	L	CH-1/2		CTL
	LINE	MIX	MIX		TC
	Y/C	R	CH-3/4		UB
	(CPN)

	Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.	This instruction book is made
		from 100% recycled paper.
	Before operating this unit, please read
	the instructions carefully to ensure the
	best possible performance.

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1.Read all of these instructions.

2.Save these instructions for later use.

3.All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4.Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

5.Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

6.Do not use this appliance near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub, in a wet

basement, or near a swimming pool, etc. 7. Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may fall, caus- ing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mount- ing kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 8. Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.

9.This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.

10.This appliance system is 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 plug.

11.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.

12.Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be abused by persons walking on it.

13.Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.

14.Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

15.Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots 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 appliance.

16.Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

17.Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a.When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.

b.If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.

c.If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.

d.If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.

e.If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.

f.When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance – this indicates a need for service.

18.When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

19.Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.

Supplement

This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corresponding European Directives. This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be used in the following environments:

5residential area (in houses)

5commercial and light industry; e.g. office or theatres

5urban outdoors

This apparatus is designed for rack mounting or is used close to other apparatus.
In order to keep the best performance and furthermore for electromagnetic compatibility we recommend
to use cables not exceeding the following lengths:
Port	Cable	Length
LINE IN	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
LINE OUT	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
VIDEO MONITOR OUT	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
COMPONENT Y IN	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
R-Y IN	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
B-Y IN	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
COMPONENT Y OUT	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
R-Y OUT	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
B-Y OUT	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
Y/C IN	Exclusive Cable	10 meters
Y/C OUT	Exclusive Cable	10 meters
SYNC IN	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
TIMECODE IN	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
TIMECODE OUT	Coaxial Cable	10 meters
AUDIO IN	Exclusive Cable	10 meters
AUDIO OUT	Exclusive Cable	10 meters
AUDIO MONITOR OUT	Exclusive Cable	10 meters
SERIAL REMOTE	Cable with RM-G30	3 meters
REMOTE1(RS-422)	Exclusive Cable	10 meters
REMOTE2(JVC BUS)	Exclusive Cable	10 meters
DV IN/OUT	Exclusive Cable	5 meters
MIC	Cable with Microphone	5 meters
PHONES	Cable with Headphones	5 meters
AC IN	Exclusive Cable	5 meters
DC 12V	Exclusive Cable	5 meters
The inrush current of this apparatus is 8 amperes.
Caution:
5 Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism, for example near a radio or TV
transmitter, transformer, motor, etc., the picture and sound may be disturbed. In such a case, please
keep the apparatus away from the sources of the disturbance.
5 When the RM-G800 remote controller is used, the counter, etc. may malfunction due to interference
generated by the peripheral equipment. In this case, consult your nearest JVC dealer.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS	U	E	SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

This unit should be used with 120 V AC only.

CAUTION: To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power source.

NOTE: The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.

INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

●Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

●Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

●Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

●Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY JVC COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

ATTENTION

RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION

NE PAS OUVRIR

ATTENTION: POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR LE BOITER. AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N’EST A REGLER PAR L’UTILISATEUR. SE REFERER A UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME.

Le symbole de l’éclair à l’intérieur d’un triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur la présence d’une “tension dangereuse” non isolée dans le boîtier du produit. Cette tension est suffisante pour provoquer l’électrocution de personnes.

Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter l’utilisateur sur la présence d’opérations d’entretien importantes au sujet desquelles des renseignements se trouvent dans le manuel d’instructions.

*Ces symboles ne sont utilisés qu’aux Etats-Unis.

AVERTISSEMENT: POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.

Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du courant alternatif en 120 V.

ATTENTION: Afin d’éviter tout resque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas utiliser d’autres sources d’alimentation électrique.

REMARQUE: La plaque d’identification (numéro de série) se trouve sur le panneau arrière de l’appareil.

WARNING: The battery used in the BR-DV600UA must be replaced by a JVC authorized service dealer only.

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard entitled “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of the Department of Communications.

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur: “Appareils Numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des Communications.

Warning Notice

FOR YOUR SAFETY (Australia)

1.Insert this plug only into effectively earthed threepin power outlet.

2.If any doubt exists regarding the earthing, consult a qualified electrician.

3.Extension cord, if used, must be three-core correctly wired.

IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom)
		Mains Supply (AC 230 V `)
		WARNING – THIS APPARATUS
		MUST BE EARTHED
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code;
GREEN-and-YELLOW:			EARTH
BLUE:			NEUTRAL
BROWN:			LIVE
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows.
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW
must be connected to the terminal in the plug which
is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth
symbol		or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-
YELLOW. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with the
letter N or which is coloured BLACK. The wire which
is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured RED.

POWER SYSTEM Connection to the mains supply This unit operates on voltage of 220 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/60 Hz.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

Note:

The rating plate and the safety caution are on the bottom of the unit.

The OPERATE button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off.

WARNING

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 programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical or artistic work embodied therein.

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CONTENTS
1	INTRODUCTION
	1-1	Major features ..............................................	5
	1-2	Maintenance ................................................	5
	1-3	Precautions ..................................................	6
	1-4	Precautions for use of head cleaning
		tape ..............................................................	7

2CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS

2-1 Front panel ...................................................

2-2 Rear panel ...................................................

2-3 On-screen display ...................................... 10

2-4 LCD display................................................ 11

3CONNECTIONS

3-1 Video system connections ......................... 12

3-2 Audio system connections ......................... 13

3-3 Other connections ...................................... 14

3-4 Editing system examples ........................... 15

4MENU SWITCHES

4-1 Menu switch organization .......................... 19

4-2 Menu switch details ................................... 20

5PREPARATION

Turn the power ON/OFF ................................... 24 Loading/unloading a cassette ........................... 24 Audio monitor selection ..................................... 24 Built-in clock setting .......................................... 25

6RECORDING 89

Recording preparation ......................................	26
Recording ..........................................................	26
Audio dubbing ...................................................	27
Reference .........................................................	27
This unit is designed for use as a recorder/player.
Insert editing is not possible.
Compatible models of the RM-G800 have an X on the
packing case and on the serial number plate (next to
the model name) on the base.
If your RM-G800 is not marked with an X, you will need
to upgrade the software in order to use it with the BR-
DV600UA.
A software upgrade is available at a nominal fee. For
more information, contact your JVC dealer.
This unit is designed for professional use.

7	PLAYBACK
	Playback preparation ........................................	28
	Playback ...........................................................	29
	Repeat play .......................................................	29

8	EXTERNAL TIMER-START FUNCTION
	Playback ...........................................................		30
	Recording ..........................................................		30
9	TIME CODE
	Display ..............................................................		31
	Preset ................................................................		31
	Recording ..........................................................		33
	Playback ...........................................................		34
	Reference .........................................................		34
10 SUPER SCENE FINDER FUNCTION ........			35
11 BACKUP RECORDING FUNCTION ..........			36
12 RS-232C INTERFACE
	12-1 Command tables .....................................		37
	12-2	RS-232C specifications ..........................	38
	12-3	RS-232C commands ..............................	39
13 TROUBLESHOOTING
	13-1 Warning indicators ...................................		46
	13-2 Other problems ........................................		48
14 APPENDIX
	114-1	Optional equipment .................................	48
15 SPECIFICATIONS .....................................			49
	This video cassette recorder uses the MiniDV format.
	Use only video cassettes bearing the MiniDV mark.
	Please note that it may be unlawful to use any material
	recorded from TV broadcast programs or pre-recorded
	programs without the consent of the owner of
	copyright, except in cases where this material is
	recorded exclusively for personal use.
	JVC is not liable for compensation for loss or damage
	to recordings in the event this unit fails to record or play
	back correctly due to a malfunction of the unit itself or
	as a result of the use of a defective video cassette.

1 INTRODUCTION
1-1 Major features
5 MiniDV format	5 RS-232C interface (optionally available)
High-quality picture and sound thanks to digital	5 2-way power supply system (AC 120 V, DC 12 V)
technology	(U MODEL)
5 DV in/out (IEEE 1394) connector enabling signals to be	2-way power supply system (AC 220 V – 240 V,
transferred to or from any device equipped with IEEE	DC 12 V) (E MODEL)
1394 input/output	5 Audio dubbing function (32 kHz sampling rate)
5 Composite, Y/C and component inputs/outputs	5 Compact, lightweight design
5 Sync lock function for audio and video signals	5 SMPTE time code recording and playback (U MODEL)
There is no lip link shift even during extended recording	EBU time code recording and playback (E MODEL)
5 JVC bus and RS-422 serial remote interfaces	5 External timer-start function
	5 External sync signal input connectors
	5 Time code IN/OUT connectors provided

1-2 Maintenance

The video cassette recorder/player incorporates precision components. Continued use of the VCR without maintenance may lead to malfunctions. Regular maintenance is necessary to prevent malfunctions and maintain the performance level required for professional use.

•Maintenance: Just as regular oil changes, brake checks, and tune-ups are essential to keep your car running well over a long period, your VCR must be maintained regularly to ensure optimum long-term performance.

The information below will help you determine a maintenance schedule that will ensure optimum performance over a long period of time.

Hour meter indication

The hour meter can be displayed by selecting “HM: HOUR METER” on the menu switch setting screen. For details, refer to “Menu Switches” on page 19.

Details for maintenance

Depending on the operation time, clean, inspect or replace the following mechanism components.

Operating time Drum assembly(including the heads) Head cleaner Tape guide roller Rotary encoder Belt and gear Driving system parts

500H	1000H	1500H	2000H
			●
	●		●
			●
			●
	●		●
			●

: Inspection

: Cleaning inspection, adjustment

: Cleaning inspection, replacement if required

● : Replacement

This table should be used for reference only. Actual maintenance requirements will vary according to how the unit is used.

Maintenance consultation

Consult your local JVC dealer for more information about maintenance scheduling and costs.

Head cleaning

Recording and playback with clogged heads may result in block noise or sound interruption. In this case, clean the heads. Use an exclusive head cleaning tape M-DV12CL to clean the tape running system. For cleaning procedures and handling precautions, refer to page 7. After cleaning the heads, check that recording and playback function properly before using the unit for any important operations.

Cleaning

Use a soft cloth to clean the cabinet. Do not use benzene or thinner as these may melt or cloud the cabinet surface. To remove excessive dirt, clean the unit with a mild detergent diluted with water, then wipe it with a dry cloth.

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1 INTRODUCTION

1-3 Precautions

Installation and storage

5 To avoid malfunctions or damage to your recorder, do not use or store it in places subject to the following conditions.

–Extreme heat or cold — temperature outside the allowable range (5˚C to 40˚C)

–Strong magnetic fields (generated by transformers, motors, etc.)

–Electrical waves generated by equipment such as a transceiver or cellular phone

–High humidity — outside the allowable operating range (30% to 80%)

–Dust and soil

–Vibrations

–Condensation

Condensation

5 Do not use this unit immediately after moving it from a cold place to a warm place or after switching on a heater in a cold room. This will cause water vapor to condense on the video head drum and tape guides and may damage the tape and the VCR.

5 When condensation occurs, the DEW indication appears on the tape counter display and the warning indication on the on-screen display. Leave the VCR in this state with the power on and wait until the warning message turns off.

Handling

5 Do not block the ventilation openings.

5 Do not place anything heavy on the unit.

5 Do not put any foreign materials into the cassette loading slot. 5 Operate the unit in a horizontal (flat) position only. 5 Avoid violent shocks to the unit.

Transportation

5 Remove the cassette tape from the unit prior to transportation.

Energy saving

5 When not using the unit, turn the power off to avoid unnecessary power consumption.

Cassette tape 5 Type

•Only cassettes bearing the MiniDV mark can be used with this VCR.

•Exclusive JVC DVM60 or DVM30 cassette tape is recommended.

5 Handling

•Cassette tapes cannot be loaded upside-down.

•Rewind the tape to the beginning before storage.

•The number of times a tape can be reused is limited. If the tape is reused more than this, increased noise (such as dropouts) may result. Do not use dirty or damaged tapes. Doing so not only results in poorer performance, but may also shorten the service life of the rotary heads.

•It is possible that some distortion may occur at the beginning and end of tapes. This can vary depending on the tape. However, for best results, do not use these sections of the tape for any important recordings.

•Store cassettes in a case.

Erasure prevention

MiniDV cassettes are provided with a safety slide on the side to prevent accidental erasure. Set it as required.

REC

Safety slide

•Move the slide to SAVE to prevent erasure.

•Move the slide to REC to allow recording.

Power supply

5 This unit is provided with both AC and DC power supplies. For editing over an extended period, it is recommended that you use a stable AC power supply or DC power supply from an AC adapter. Using battery power is recommended only as a supplementary power source or for field use.

5 The AC and DC power supplies are switched automatically. When the AC power supply is switched to the DC power supply, the power turns off. When both power supplies are connected, the AC power supply has priority. Be sure to confirm which power supply is in use when plugging or unplugging the power supply.

5 Use power voltage from DC 11 V to 15 V. Your unit may not function properly otherwise.

1 INTRODUCTION

1-4 Precautions for use of head cleaning tape

Adhere to the following precautions when using the head cleaning tape.

1.The tape runs for 10 seconds at a time in the PLAY mode. (The tape stops automatically.)

Press the PLAY button after the cleaning tape is fully loaded.

2.Do not use the tape more than four times at the most for each cleaning.

3.The cleaning tape can be used approximately 100 times.

5 Use the following chart as a guide for periodical head
cleaning.
Operating	Low	Room	High
environment	temperature	temperature	temperature
	5˚C to 10˚C	10˚C to 35˚C	35˚C to 40˚C
Yardstick for	1 to 2 times	1 to 2 times	1 to 2 times
use of	every 5 hours	every 20 to	every 5 hours
cleaning tape		30 hours

Note 1)	When used in a low humidity environment (10%
	RH to 30% RH), head cleaning should be
	conducted at intervals half of those given in the
	above chart.
Note 2)	When an ME80 tape is used immediately after
	head cleaning, the VTR warning (head) indicator
	may remain on. In this case, let the tape run as the
	indicator will turn off after the tape has run for a
	while.
Note 3)	Use the cleaning tape in the room temperature
	(10˚C to 35˚C).
Note 4)	The cleaning tape case contains instructions for
	use of the cleaning tape. However, some of these
	instructions differ from the contents of this sheet.
	When using the cleaning tape, please follow the
	instructions of this sheet.

*If you need to purchase a cleaning tape, consult your JVC dealer.

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2	CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS
2-1 Front panel
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CH-1/3
					VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA
REC LEVEL
CH-2/4	MENU ADVANCE			PRESET							REC
			SHIFT	SHIFT		CH 1/3			OVER AUTO OFF DEW
	HOLD		SHIFT	A. DUB			40 30	20 10	0 dB
						CH 2/4			OVER SERVO RF
	SELECT		SET			32k	48k	SLAVE	PB	NDF	HOLD
						AUD LOCK SP					REW
	V.IN/A.MONI		A.OUT	COUNTER		MENU
PHONES								H	M	S	F
	DV	L	CH-1/2		CTL
	LINE	MIX	MIX		TC
	Y/C	R	CH-3/4		UB
	(CPN)

PLAY	PAUSE
STOP	FF

OPERATE

ON/OFF 1

EJECT 2

REMOTE 3

LOCAL

MIC 4

	9	8	7	6	5
1	[OPERATE] switch				Use No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> menu switch to
	Press this switch to turn this unit ON.	Press		it again to	switch between VIDEO INPUT and AUDIO MONITOR.
					See “Recording preparation” on page 26.
	turn this unit OFF. When the power is OFF, the			“oPE-oFF”
	indication is shown.				See “Playback preparation” on page 28.

	Keep in mind that a small amount of current continues to flow
	into the VCR even when the power is turned off. When not
	using this unit, disconnect the power cable from the AC outlet.
	Remove the battery when not in use to avoid excessive
	discharge.
2	[EJECT] button
	Press to eject the cassette.
3	[REMOTE/LOCAL] switch
	Use to switch between REMOTE and LOCAL.
4	[MIC] jack
	Connect a microphone (3.5 mm dia., –67 dBs, 3 kΩ).
5 Operation buttons
	Use to control tape running.
	REC:	Recording
	PLAY:	Playback
	PAUSE:	Temporary stop
		Press this button in the Pause mode to play back the
		picture one frame at a time ( frame-by-frame or field-
		by-field playback).
	REW:	See No. 052 <STEP SLOW MODE> on page 20.
		Rewinding
	STOP:	Stop
	FF:	Fast-forwarding
6 LCD Display
	Use to show various data including the tape counter and
	audio level meter. For details, refer to “LCD display” on
	page 11.
7	[COUNTER] switch
	Use to switch the type of data displayed on the tape
	counter. When the No. 516 <DISPLAY SELECT> menu
	switch is set to “CLOCK”, clock is shown for TC and
	date is shown for UB.
8	[AUDIO OUTPUT] switch
	Use to select the audio channel to output from the rear
	panel’s [AUDIO OUT] connectors and the headphones.
9	[VIDEO INPUT/AUDIO MONITOR] switch
	Use this switch to select the video input signals or to select
	the audio channel you want to output from the rear panel’s
	) [AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connector.

In the REC or FF/REW mode, the [VIDEO INPUT] switch has no effect. Set the [VIDEO INPUT] switch after the REC or FF/ REW operation is complete.

0	[PHONES] jack
	Connect a set of headphones (3.5 mm dia. mini-jack).
! PHONES control
	Use to adjust the volume level of the headphones
	connected to the [PHONES] jack.

@	[REC LEVEL] control
	Use to adjust the audio recording level.
	CH-1/3: CH1 can be adjusted in normal recording.
		CH3 recording level can be adjusted in audio dubbing.
	CH-2/4: CH2 can be adjusted in normal recording.
		CH4 recording level can be adjusted in audio dubbing.
	Audio dubbing is possible when the No. 245
	<SAMPLING RATE> menu switch is set to “32K”.
# Setting buttons
	Use to set the menu switch, time code and user bits.
	Menu switch setting
	MENU:	Press to set the menu switch setting mode.
	SHIFT +/–: Use to select the menu switch.
	SET:	Use to enter the set value.
	SELECT: Use to change the value.
	Time code and user bits setting
	HOLD:	Press to set the time code, user bits or time date
	SHIFT:	setting mode.
		Use to select the digit whose value is to be changed.
	ADVANCE: Use to change the value.
		While pressing the [SHIFT] button, press this
		button to reset the set data to “0”.
	PRESET: Use to enter the changed value and end setting.
		Use as a counter reset button when the [COUNTER]
		switch is set to “CTL”.
$	[AUDIO DUB] button
	Use to perform audio dubbing when the No. 245
	<SAMPLING RATE> menu switch is set to “32K”.
% Cassette loading slot
	Load and unload a cassette.

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2-2 Rear panel
^	&	*	(	)

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8

		%	DV
			IN/OUT		COMPONENT
			VIDEO
			LINE
		$	Y/C
			IN		R-Y	B-Y	IN
		#		Y
							OUT
		@	OUT
		!					IN
			MONITOR	SYNC IN		OUT
			OUT			TIME CODE	SERIAL
						TIMER
					REC	PLAY
						OFF
			0	9	8 7 6 5
AC socket
Connect the provided power cable to supply AC 120 V
(U MODEL), AC 220 V – 240 V (E MODEL).
This unit can be activated automatically when power is
supplied according to the setting of 7 [TIMER] switch.
See “EXTERNAL TIMER-START FUNCTION” on
page 30.
DC socket
Connect DC 12 V (XLR 4-pin).
This unit can be activated automatically when power is
supplied according to the setting of 7 [TIMER] switch.
See “EXTERNAL TIMER-START FUNCTION” on
page 30.
[REMOTE] connector (JVC bus)
This unit can be controlled by the RM-G800 via this
connector.
[REMOTE] connector (RS-422 Serial Connector)
This unit can be controlled by an RS-422 controller.
This can be changed to an RS-232C interface if
required. For details, contact your local JVC service
center.
[REMOTE] connector (SERIAL)
Connect a wired remote control such as the RM-G30 to
control this unit.
[TIME CODE IN] connector
Input the time code signal from a time code generator to
this connector. To use this connector, set No. 413 <TCG
SOURCE> menu switch to “EXTERNAL”.
See “TIME CODE: Recording” on page 33.
[TIMER] switch
Use to select the timer operation.
REC	:	Timer recording
OFF	:	Timer function OFF
PLAY :		Timer playback
See “EXTERNAL TIMER-START FUNCTION” on
page 30.
[TIME CODE OUT] connector
Use to output time code signals.
During playback, playback data is output while
generator data is output during recording.

AUDIO
CH 1/3 CH 2/4
IN		1
	PGZ01945
OUT
MONITOR
OUT		2
1 REMOTE	2

DC 12V

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9	[SYNC IN] connector
	Input reference sync signals.
	See “Reference sync signal” on page 12.
0	[VIDEO MONITOR OUT] connector
	Connect a video monitor to check the output video or
	on-screen display from this unit.
!	[Y/C OUT] connector
	Outputs Y/C signals.
@	[LINE OUT] connector
	Outputs composite signals.
# [Y/C IN] connector
	Receives Y/C signals.
$	[LINE IN] connector
	Receives composite signals.
%	[DV IN/OUT] connector
	Outputs or receives IEEE 1394 standard digital signals.
	In addition to video, audio and time code signals, control
	signals can be input or output to/from a personal
	computer provided with the DV connector (i.LINK), etc.
^	[COMPONENT IN] connectors
	Receive component signals.
	The signal level is for Betacam specifications.
&	[COMPONENT OUT] connectors
	Output component signals.
	The signal level is for Betacam specifications.
*	[AUDIO IN] connectors
	Receives audio signals (analog).
(	[AUDIO OUT] connectors
	Outputs audio signals (analog). The output audio
	channel can be selected with the 8 [AUDIO OUTPUT]
	switch on the front panel.
	See “Audio system connections” on page 13.
)	[AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connector
	Connect to the audio input of a TV monitor or audio
	system. The audio channel to be monitored can be
	selected with the 9 [AUDIO MONITOR OUT] switch.

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2-3 On-screen display

The on-screen display can be viewed on a monitor connected to the rear panel’s [VIDEO MONITOR OUT] connector when the No. 500 <ON SCREEN> menu switch is set to “ON”. Pressing the [MENU] button will bring up the menu switch display regardless of this setting.

Five types of indication are available.
Tape counter
							Time display
				STOP			Mode
		TCR 1 2 : 0 0 : 0 0 : 0 0
Counter mode
Counter mode indication			Time display contents
CTL			CTL counter data
TCR			Time code reader data
TCG			Time code generator data
UBR			User bits reader data
UBG			User bits generator data
TIME			Time
DATE			Date
ETCG			External time code generator
			data
EUBG			External user bits generator data
Menu switch
0 0 0 ~	:	SERVO / SYSTEM
1 0 0 ~	:	V I DEO
2 0 0 ~	:	AUD I O
3 0 0 ~	:	SYSTEM
4 0 0 ~	:	T I ME	CODE
5 0 0 ~	:	ONSCREEN
HM	:	HOUR METER

1.Tape counter

The type of data shown on the tape counter display is set with the [COUNTER] switch and menu switch.

Related settings

[COUNTER] switch (front panel) No. 504 <INFORMATION SELECT> No. 514 <TIME DISPLAY SELECT>

Mode:	Shown when the No. 504 <INFORMATION
	SELECT> menu switch is set to “MODE +
	TIME”. In this case, the unit’s operation
	status can be checked on the monitor
	screen.
Time display: The indications shown in the table on the
	left are available with the counter mode
	indication.

2.Menu switch

This indication is used to set the menu switch. Shown when the [MENU] button is pressed.

Press it once again to restore the previous display.See “MENU SWITCHES” on page 19.

Hour meter		3.	Hour meter
			Shows the rotating head usage time.
	( HOUR METER )
			Select “HM: HOUR METER” on the menu switch’s group
DH	: DRUM HOUR METER
			select screen.
	0 0 0 0 0 0H

		Tape remaining time
0 1 : 0 0
Hour
Minute									: 0 0 : 0 0	:	0 0
								TCR 1 2
		Warning code
				WARN I NG 0 2 0 1
				CONDENSAT I ON ON DRUM

4.Tape remaining time

Shows the tape remaining time.

Shown when the No. 505 <REMAIN ENABLE> menu switch is set to “ON”.

5.Warning message

Automatically shown when an abnormality occurs.See “Warning indicators” on page 46.

(In case of condensation)

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2-4 LCD display

CH 1/3																	OVER AUTO OFF DEW
6	40 30					20				10				0			dB
CH 2/4																	OVER	SERVO RF

32k

44.1k

48k

SLAVE

PB

NDF

HOLD

5

AUD LOCK

SP

1

LP

MENU

H

M

S

F

4

3

2

1 Counter display section

Three types of indications can be displayed in the counter

display section.

(1) Tape counter

Normally, the indication selected with the [COUNTER]

switch is shown. When the No. 516 <DISPLAY

SELECT> menu switch is set to “CLOCK”, the time and

date are shown.

See “Built-in clock setting” on page 25.

(2) Menu switch

In the menu switch setting mode, menu switch items are

shown one at a time.

Menu switch No.

Setting

(3) Warning code

When this unit malfunctions, the nature of the problem is

indicated by an error code.

See “Warning indicators” on page 46.

• In the Operate Off mode, “oPE-oFF” is shown.

2 Tape running indication

Shows the tape running conditions.

Audio dubbing mode

Recording mode

Rewind mode

Stop mode

Fast-forward mode

Play mode

Pause mode

Reverse search mode

Fast-forward search mode

3 Battery indicator

When this unit is powered by a battery and the battery

voltage level drops below the specified value, this indicator

blinks (“off” in normal operation), to show that battery

voltage is insufficient. This indicator will also blink when the

Operate Off mode is engaged (since voltage output from

the battery drops in this mode).

4 Cassette mark

This mark lights to show that a cassette is loaded.

This mark is shown even in the Operate Off mode.

5 Indicators

AUTO OFF:

Lights when a problem occurs in this unit.

DEW:

Lights when a condensation occurs.

RF:

Lights when the heads are clogged and

SERVO:

the signal level drops.

Lights when the unit’s servo system has

stabilized.

AUD LOCK:	Lights when the video and audio
	sampling clocks (at 48 kHz) are
	synchronized in the Play mode. Lights in
	the Recording mode and EE mode.
	Does not light when the sampling rate is
MENU:	32 kHz or 44.1 kHz.
	Lights in the menu switch setting mode.
32K/44.1K/48K:	Shows the frequency of the digital audio
	signal sampling rate. In the Record and
	EE modes, the frequency set with No.
	245 <SAMPLING RATE> menu switch is
	shown. In the Play mode, the playback
	audio signal mode is shown. The 44.1K
	indication is shown only in the Play
PB:	mode.
	Lights when playback signals are output.
NDF:	Lights when the non-drop mode is set for
DF:	time code. (U MODEL)
	Lights when the drop mode is set for
	time code. When the CLOCK mode is
	engaged for the LCD display in the REC
	or EE mode, “DF” lights even though the
HOLD:	NDF mode is set for time code. (U MODEL)
	Lights in the time code or user bits
	setting mode and in the date and time
SP/LP:	setting mode.
	Shows the recording or playback speed.
	Please note that LP mode recording and
	playback is not possible with this unit. If
	you try to play back a tape recorded in
	the LP mode, the “LP inh” indication is
	shown and the VCR enters the Stop
SLAVE:	mode.
	Lights when time code signals are input
	to the 6 [TIME CODE IN] connector on
	the rear panel to synchronize with video
	input signals. Blinks when they are not
	in sync with video input signals.
	*Even though the [SLAVE] indicator
	lights, time code data from an external
	time code generator connected to the
	[TIME CODE IN/OUT] connectors may
	not be effective.
	• During play
	The playback time code data is output
	to the 8 [TIME CODE OUT]
	connector.
	• When the No. 460 <TC DUPLICATE>
	menu switch is set to “ON”, time code
	data input to the [DV IN] connector is
	recorded.

6 Audio channel indication

Shows the audio channel of the signal output from the rear

panel’s [AUDIO OUT] connectors.

Indication and output signals can be switched with the

front panel’s [AUDIO OUTPUT] switch only when 32 kHz

sampling rate signals are played back.

In other modes, the indication and output signals are fixed

as shown in the table below.

Sampling rate

32K

48K

44.1K

Mode

PB/

A.DUB

EE/REC

PB

EE/REC

PB

A.DUB

PAUSE

CH 1/3

Fixed

Fixed Fixed

Fixed

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

Fixed

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

CH 2/4

PB: Play mode

EE: EE mode

A.DUB: Audio Dubbing mode

REC: Record mode

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3-1 Video system connections
Video output from a VCR, etc.						Sync signal generator, etc.
	Input					External sync signal
	Composite
Y/C	DV	Component
	DV
	IN/OUT		COMPONENT
	VIDEO					AUDIO
	LINE					CH 1/3 CH 2/4
	Y/C	Y				IN	PGZ01945
	IN		R-Y	B-Y	IN
					OUT
	OUT					OUT
						MONITOR
						OUT
	MONITOR			OUT	IN	1 REMOTE	2
	OUT	SYNC IN		TIME CODE	SERIAL
				TIMER			DC 12V
			REC	PLAY
				OFF
						Composite
Y/C	DV	Composite			Component
			Output				Monitor TV
Video input to a VCR, etc.
Connecting a monitor
The on-screen display can be viewed on a monitor
connected to the [VIDEO MONITOR OUT] connector.
Connecting video equipment
Connect the video device to the appropriate connector
(4 types are available).
Outputs
5 Analog outputs
Composite signal :		[LINE OUT] connector (BNC)
Component signal (Y/B-Y/R-Y) : [COMPONENT OUT]
					connectors (BNC x 3)
YC signal :	[Y/C OUT] connector (4-pin)
5 Digital output
Digital video signal (conforming to IEEE 1394)
[DV IN/OUT] connector
Inputs
Select input video signals with the front panel’s [VIDEO
INPUT] switch or the No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT SELECT>
menu switch.
5 Analog inputs
Composite signal :		[LINE IN] connector (BNC)
Component signal (Y/B-Y/R-Y) : [COMPONENT IN]
					connector (BNC x 3)
YC signal :	[Y/C IN] connector (4-pin)
5 Digital input
Digital video signal				: [DV IN/OUT] connector
(conforming to IEEE 1394)
Note:

•When search pictures or low-quality video signals are input, temporary distortion of picture or sound may occur. Clean up the signals with a TBC or

other processing device before inputting.

Reference sync signal
This unit automatically selects the sync signal as shown in
the table below, depending on the presence of external sync
input (SYNC IN) and video input (VIDEO IN), the No. 003
<SYNC SELECT> menu switch setting and operation mode.
When IEEE 1394 input is selected, “INT” is selected
regardless of the setting. When the No. 108 <VIDEO
INPUT SELECT> menu switch is set to “COMPONENT”,
the operation is the same as that performed with the No.
003 <SYNC SELECT> menu switch set to “AUTO”
regardless of the setting.
SYNC IN				No	Yes	No	Yes
VIDEO IN				No	No	Yes	Yes
EXTERNAL			Playback	INT	EXT	INT	EXT
			Recording	INT	INT	VIDEO	VIDEO
AUTO			Playback	INT	EXT	VIDEO	EXT
			Recording	INT	INT	VIDEO	VIDEO
	INT: Internal sync			EXT: External sync		VIDEO: Video sync
	Notes:

•The phase of the output signal cannot be adjusted for external sync signals. The sub carrier cannot be locked.

•Plugging and unplugging the external sync or video signal connector during operation causes distortion in the picture and sound for about 10 seconds.

•When signals input from the composite connector are output from the component connector, color may disappear in some parts of the left section of the monitor screen. This is not a malfunction.

•The set up is not applied to signals input to the [DV IN/OUT] connector and output in EE mode (component, Y/C, composite). Input signals are recorded as is.

•Use a video signal of less than 1 V(p-p) such as a black burst signal for external sync signal.

•When video signals are input to the DV IN/OUT connector, distortion may occur in the lower section of the picture in the EE mode. However, recording is performed normally.

•When the No. 003 <SYNC SELECT> menu switch is set to “EXTERNAL” and no signal is input to the [SYNC IN] connector, noise may appear in the

playback picture. This is not a malfunction.

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3-2 Audio system connections

Audio output from a VCR, etc.
DV				Analog audio (2 channels)
DV
IN/OUT	COMPONENT
VIDEO			AUDIO
LINE			CH 1/3	CH 2/4
Y/C				IN	PGZ01945
IN	R-Y	B-Y	IN
	Y
			OUT
OUT				OUT
				MONITOR
				OUT
MONITOR		OUT	IN	1 REMOTE	2
	SYNC IN
OUT		TIME CODE	SERIAL
		TIMER
					DC 12V
	REC	PLAY
		OFF
DV	Analog audio			Analog audio
	(2 channels)			(monaural)
Audio input to a VCR, etc.

Headphones

Mic

Monitor TV

Connection with a monitor TV The audio output from the [AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connector is monaural. Use the front panel [AUDIO MONITOR] switch or No. 211 <AUDIO MONITOR> menu switch to select the audio channels you want to monitor. The selected audio channel is shown in the table below. Adjust the audio volume level on the monitor.See “Playback preparation” on page 28.

Headphones jack Audio can be monitored in stereo using the headphones. Use the front panel [AUDIO OUTPUT] switch to select the audio channels you want to monitor. The selected audio channel is shown in the table below. Adjust the audio volume level with the front panel [PHONES] control.

Inputs

5 Analog inputs Audio connectors (CH1/3, CH2/4) Analog input connectors are only provided for 2 channels. It is not possible to record 4 channels simultaneously. Audio input from each connector is normally recorded on the CH1 and CH2 channels. Recording on the CH3 and CH4 can be performed in the Audio Dubbing mode with the No. 245 <SAMPLING RATE> menu switch set to “32K”. For audio dubbing, refer to “Audio dubbing” on page 27.

5 Digital inputs Digital signals conforming to IEEE 1394 can be input to the [DV IN/OUT] connector. In this case, the audio recording level cannot be adjusted. When audio signals are input to the [DV IN/OUT] connector, some noise will occur at the point where recording ends. To reduce this noise during playback, set the No. 214 <V. FADE> menu switch to “ON”.

5 Mic input jack Connect a monaural microphone. The same audio is recorded on both channels.

Outputs

5 Analog outputs Audio connectors (CH1/3, CH2/4) Analog output connectors are provided for 2 channels. For MiniDV format, use the front panel [AUDIO OUTPUT] switch to select for 4-channel audio. The selected audio channel is shown in the table below.See “Playback preparation” on page 28.

5 Digital outputs Digital signals conforming to IEEE 1394 are output from the [DV IN/OUT] connector.

Relationship between [AUDIO OUTPUT] / [AUDIO MONITOR] switch and audio output channel (During playback with 32 kHz sampling, audio dubbing, and DV input with the 32 kHz sampling in the EE mode) Regardless of setting of this switch, CH1/2 is selected for ordinary recording, record pause and analog audio input in the EE mode. CH3/4 is selected for audio dubbing in the Pause mode.

With the No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> menu switch set to “AUDIO”.

		AUDIO switch
MONITOR			OUTPUT
		L		CH1/2
				MIX
				CH3/4
		MIX		CH1/2
				MIX
				CH3/4
				CH1/2
		R		MIX
				CH3/4

		Connector
	MONITOR OUT	AUDIO OUT
		CH1/3	CH2/4
	CH1	CH1	CH2
	CH1/3	CH1/3	CH2/4
	CH3	CH3	CH4
	CH1/2	CH1	CH2
	CH1/2/3/4	CH1/3	CH2/4
	CH3/4	CH3	CH4
	CH2	CH1	CH2
	CH2/4	CH1/3	CH2/4
	CH4	CH3	CH4

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