JVC BR-DV600U User Manual
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INSTRUCTIONS
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
BR-DV600U
SL96179
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is
located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain
this information for future reference.
Model No. BR-DV600U
Serial No.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read
the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
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PHONES
MIC
REMOTE
LOCAL
EJECT
OPERATE
REC LEVEL
CH-2/4
CH-1/3
SHIFT
SET
SELECT
SHIFT
MENU
HOLD
AUDIO
MONITOR OUTPUT COUNTER
SHIFT A. DUB
ADVANCE PRESET
L CTL
TC
UB
CH-1/2
CH-3/4
R
MIX MIX
REW STOP FF
REC PLAY
PAUSE
ON/OFF
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600U
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INSTRUCTIONS
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
BR-DV600E
SL96180
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read
the instructions carefully to ensure the
best possible performance.
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This instruction book is made from
100% recycled paper.
PHONES
MIC
REMOTE
LOCAL
EJECT
OPERATE
REC LEVEL
CH-2/4
CH-1/3
SHIFT
SET
SELECT
SHIFT
MENU
HOLD
AUDIO
MONITOR OUTPUT COUNTER
SHIFT A. DUB
ADVANCE PRESET
L CTL
TC
UB
CH-1/2
CH-3/4
R
MIX MIX
REW STOP FF
REC PLAY
PAUSE
ON/OFF
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600E
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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, causing 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 mounting 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.
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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:
5 residential area (in houses)
5 commercial and light industry; e.g. office or theatres
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:
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-G800U 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.
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-G30U 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
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CAUTION ATTENTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
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.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the bottom of the unit.
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.
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
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.
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 (num
éro de série) se trouve sur le
panneau arrière de l’appareil.
Cet appareil num
érique respecte les limites de bruits
radioélectriques applicables aux appareils num
ériques de
Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le mat
ériel brouilleur:
“Appareils Numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par le ministre des
Communications.
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.
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 utilis
és qu’aux Etats-Unis.
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:
The battery used in the BR-DV600U must be replaced by a
JVC authorized service dealer only.
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (In the United Kingdom)
Mains Supply (AC 230 V
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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-ANDYELLOW. 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.
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.
COPYRIGHT 2000 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
Printed in Japan
POWER SYSTEM
Connection to the mains supply
This unit operates on voltage of 220 to 240 V AC, 50/
60 Hz.
Warning Notice
FOR YOUR SAFETY (Australia)
1. Insert this plug only into effectively earthed three-
pin 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.
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CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
1-1 Major Features ............................................. 5
1-2 Maintenance ................................................ 5
1-3 Precautions .................................................. 6
2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND
DISPLAYS
2-1 Front Panel .................................................. 7
2-2 Rear Panel ................................................... 8
2-3 On-Screen Display ....................................... 9
2-4 LCD Display ............................................... 10
3 CONNECTIONS
3-1 Video system connections ......................... 11
3-2 Audio system connections ......................... 12
3-3 Other connections ...................................... 13
3-4 Editing system examples ........................... 14
4 MENU SWITCHES
4-1 Menu switch organization .......................... 17
4-2 Menu switch details ................................... 18
5 PREPARATION
Turn the power ON/OFF ................................... 21
Loading/unloading a cassette ........................... 21
Audio monitor selection..................................... 21
Built-in clock setting .......................................... 22
6 RECORDING
Recording preparation ...................................... 23
Recording.......................................................... 23
Audio dubbing ................................................... 24
Reference ......................................................... 24
This unit is designed for professional use.
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.
This unit is designed for use as a recorder/player.
Insert editing is not possible.
7 PLAYBACK
Playback preparation ........................................ 25
Playback ........................................................... 25
Repeat play ....................................................... 25
8 EXTERNAL TIMER-START FUNCTION
Playback ........................................................... 26
Recording.......................................................... 26
9 TIME CODE
Display .............................................................. 27
Preset................................................................ 27
Recording.......................................................... 29
Playback ........................................................... 29
Reference ......................................................... 29
10 SUPER SCENE FINDER FUNCTION ........30
11 RS-232C INTERFACE
11-1 Command tables..................................... 31
11-2 RS-232C specifications .......................... 32
11-3 RS-232C commands .............................. 33
12 TROUBLESHOOTING
12-1 Warning indicators ................................... 40
12-2 Other problems........................................ 42
13 APPENDIX
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13-1 Optional equipment................................. 42
14 SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... 43
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1 INTRODUCTION
1-1 Major Features
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MiniDV format
5
High-quality picture and sound thanks to digital technology
5
DV in/out (IEEE 1394) connector enabling signals to be
transferred to or from any device equipped with IEEE
1394 input/output
5
Composite, Y/C and component inputs/outputs
5
Sync lock function for audio and video signals
There is no lip link shift even during extended recording
5
JVC bus and RS-422 serial remote interfaces
5
RS-232C interface (optionally available)
5
2-way power supply system (AC 120 V, DC 12 V) (U MODEL)
(AC 220 – 240 V, DC 12 V) (E MODEL)
5
Audio dubbing function (32 kHz sampling rate)
5
Compact, lightweight design
5
SMPTE time code recording and playback (U MODEL)
EBU time code recording and playback (E MODEL)
5
Sampling rate converter for 32 kHz, 12-bit or 48 kHz, 16-bit
digital audio
5
External timer-start function
5
External sync signal input connectors
1-2 Maintenance
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 to clean the tape
running system. For cleaning procedures and handling
precautions, refer to the instructions provided with the
cleaning tape.
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.
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 17.
Details for maintenance
Depending on the operation time, clean, inspect or replace
the following mechanism components.
Operating time 500H 1000H 1500H 2000H
Drum assembly
(including the heads)
●
Head cleaner ●●
Tape guide roller ●
Rotary encoder ●
Belt and gear ●●
Driving system parts ●
This table should be used for reference only.
Actual maintenance requirements will vary according to
how the unit is used.
: Inspection
: Cleaning inspection, adjustment
: Cleaning inspection, replacement if required
●
: Replacement
For servicing
See the service manual page 2-5 “2.4 MAIN TENANCE AND INSPECTION OF MAJOR PARTS”.→
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1-3 Precautions
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.
1 INTRODUCTION
Cassette tape
5
Type
Only cassettes bearing the MiniDV mark can be used
with this VCR.
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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.
Erasure prevention
MiniDV cassettes are provided with a safety slide on the
side to prevent accidental erasure. Set it as required.
Installation and storage
5
Avoid using the unit in places subject to the following
conditions:
– Extreme heat or cold
– Strong magnetic field
– High humidity
– 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.
Head drum
Video tape
Safety slide
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E
C
S
A
V
E
• 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.
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2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS
2-1 Front Panel
PHONES
MIC
REMOTE
LOCAL
EJECT
OPERATE
REC LEVEL
CH-2/4
CH-1/3
SHIFT
SET
SELECT
SHIFT
MENU
HOLD
AUDIO
MONITOR OUTPUT COUNTER
SHIFT A. DUB
ADVANCE PRESET
L CTL
TC
UB
CH-1/2
CH-3/4
R
MIX MIX
REW STOP FF
REC PLAY
PAUSE
ON/OFF
MENU
OVER
OVER
HMSF
AUDLOCK
SP
32k 48k
SLAVE PB NDF
SERVO RF
DEW
AUTO OFF
HOLD
CH 2/4
CH 1/3
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[OPERATE] switch
Press this switch to turn this unit ON. Press it again to
turn this unit OFF. When the power is OFF, the “oPE-oFF”
indication is shown.
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
REW: 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
10.
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
[AUDIO MONITOR] switch
Use to select the audio channel to output from the rear panel
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[AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connectors.
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[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”.
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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 setting mode.
SHIFT: 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”.
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[AUDIO DUB] button
Use to perform audio dubbing when the No. 245
<SAMPLING RATE> menu switch is set to
“32K”.
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Cassette loading slot
Load and unload a cassette.
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2-2 Rear Panel
2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS
DC 12V
PGZ01945
TIMER
TIME CODE
SPARE
COMPONENT
VIDEO
SYNC IN
REC
OFF
PLAY
DV
IN/OUT
REMOTE
AUDIO
2
1
SERIAL
CH 1/3
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
B-Y
IN
Y/C
LINE
OUT
OUT
MONITOR
CH 2/4
MONITOR
OUT
R-Y
Y
1
2
7
8 6
0
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5
4
3
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[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.
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[Y/C IN]
connector
Receives Y/C signals.
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[LINE IN] connector
Receives composite signals.
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[DV IN/OUT] connector
Outputs or receives IEEE 1394 standard digital signals.
In addition to digital video and audio signals, control
signals can be input or output to/from a personal
computer provided with the DV connector (i.LINK), etc.
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[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.
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[AUDIO IN] connectors
Receives audio signals (analog).
(
[AUDIO OUT] connectors
Outputs audio signals (analog).The output audio
channel can be selected with the
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[AUDIO OUTPUT]
switch on the front panel.
See “Audio system connections
” on page 12.
)
[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.
1
AC socket
Connect the provided power cable to supply AC 120 V
(U MODEL), AC 220 – 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 26.
2
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 26.
3
[REMOTE] connector (JVC bus)
This unit can be controlled by the RM-G800 via this
connector.
4
[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.
5
[REMOTE] connector (SERIAL)
Connect a wired remote control such as the RM-G30 to
control this unit.
6
[SPARE] connector
This connector is empty and has no function.
7
[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 26.
8
[TIME CODE OUT] connector
Use to output time code signals.
9
[SYNC IN] connector
Input reference sync signals.
See “Reference sync signal
” on page 1
1.
9
2-3 On-Screen Display
2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS
Five types of indication are available.
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 17.
3. Hour meter
Shows the rotating head usage time.
Select “HM: HOUR METER
” on the menu switch
’
s group
select screen.
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 40.
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 regard-
less of this setting.
Mode
Time display
Counter mode
Tape counter
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
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 <INFORMA-
TION 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.
Menu switch
Hour meter
Tape remaining time
Warning code
(In case of condensation)
STOP
TCR 12:00:00:00
00~~ : SYST EM
00~~ :TIMECODE
00~~ : ONSCREEN
M:HOURMETER
3
4
5
H
00~~ :AUDIO2
00~~ : S ERVO/ SYSTEM0
00~~ :VIDEO1
(HOUR METER)
H : DRUM HOUR METER
00000D0H
TCR 0 0 :12: 00:00
01:00
WARNING 0201
CONDENSAT I ON ON DRUM
Minute
Hour
11
3-1 Video system connections
3 CONNECTIONS
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 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 (conforming to IEEE 1394) :
[DV IN/OUT] connector
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
“AUT
O”
regardless of the setting.
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.
DC 12V
PGZ01945
TIMER
TIME CODE
SPARE
COMPONENT
VIDEO
SYNC IN
REC
OFF
PLAY
DV
IN/OUT
REMOTE
AUDIO
2
1
SERIAL
CH 1/3
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
B-Y
IN
Y/C
LINE
OUT
OUT
MONITOR
CH 2/4
MONITOR
OUT
R-Y
Y
Y/C
Input
Y/C
DV
Component
DV
Composite
Composite
Component
Output
Video input to a VCR, etc.
Composite
Monitor TV
External sync signal
Video output from a VCR, etc.
Sync signal generator, etc.
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
• 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.
Notes:
10
2-4 LCD Display
2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS
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 22.
(2) Menu switch
In the menu switch setting mode, menu switch items
are shown one at a time.
(3) Warning code
When this unit malfunctions, the nature of the
problem is indicated by an error code.
See “Warning indicators” on page 40.
• 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 (
“of
f” 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.
Setting
Menu switch No.
MENU
OVER
OVER
HMSF
AUD LOCK
32k 44.1k 48k
SLAVE PB NDF
SERVO RF
DEW
AUTO OFF
HOLD
CH 2/4
CH 1/3
dB40 30 20 10
0
1
2
34
5
6
SP
LP
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
the signal level drops.
SERVO: 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 32 kHz or 44.1 kHz.
MENU: 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 mode.
PB: Lights when playback signals are
output.
NDF: Lights when the non-drop mode is set
for time code. (U MODEL)
DF: Lights when the drop mode is set for
time code. (U MODEL)
HOLD: Lights in the time code or user bits
setting mode and in the date and time
setting mode.
SP/LP: 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 mode.
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
Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed
Fixed
CH 2/4
CH 1/3
CH 2/4
CH 1/3
CH 2/4
CH 1/3
PB: Play mode EE: EE mode
A.DUB: Audio Dubbing mode REC: Record mode
12
DC 12V
PGZ01945
TIMER
TIME CODE
SPARE
COMPONENT
VIDEO
SYNC IN
REC
OFF
PLAY
DV
IN/OUT
REMOTE
AUDIO
2
1
SERIAL
CH 1/3
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
B-Y
IN
Y/C
LINE
OUT
OUT
MONITOR
CH 2/4
MONITOR
OUT
R-Y
Y
3-2 Audio system connections
3 CONNECTIONS
Audio output from a VCR, etc.
Audio input to a VCR, etc.
DV
Mic
Headphones
DV
Analog audio
(2 channels)
Analog audio
(monaural)
Analog audio (2 channels)
Connection with a monitor TV
The audio output from the [AUDIO MONITOR OUT]
connector is monaural.
Use the front panel [AUDIO MONITOR] 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.
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 24.
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.
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.
Monitor TV
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
R
L
MIX
CH1/2
MIX
CH3/4
CH1/2
MIX
CH3/4
CH1/2
MIX
CH3/4
AUDIO switch Connector
MONITOR OUTPUT MONITOR OUT
AUDIO OUT
CH1/3 CH2/4
13
3-3 Other connections
3 CONNECTIONS
Remote connector
Connect a remote controller to the appropriate connector
(three types are available).
Type of connector Connectable remote
controller
1
[SERIAL] connector RM-G30
2
[REMOTE1] connector RM-G820
3
[REMOTE2] connector RM-G800
Power sockets
2 types of power supply are available (AC, DC).
DC power supply socket
4
Connect DC 12 V.
AC power supply socket
5
Connect AC 120 V (U MODEL), AC 220 – 240 V (E
MODEL).
5
Selection of battery type
Set the menu switch according to the type of battery that
will be used.
* If the setting does not correspond to the battery type, the
battery remaining time and battery alarm will not be
correctly displayed.
12 3 4 5
DC 12V
PGZ01945
TIMER
TIME CODE
SPARE
COMPONENT
VIDEO
SYNC IN
REC
OFF
PLAY
DV
IN/OUT
REMOTE
AUDIO
2
1
SERIAL
CH 1/3
OUT
OUT
IN
IN
B-Y
IN
Y/C
LINE
OUT
OUT
MONITOR
CH 2/4
MONITOR
OUT
R-Y
Y
Note:
• Before connecting the RM-G800, be sure to turn the
VCR OFF. Do not connect or disconnect the remote
cable with the VCR ON.
Note:
• Do not use this unit continuously when the battery
indicator is displayed. The unit may not operate
properly. Remove the battery to avoid overdischarge.
See “396 BATTERY SELECT” on page 19.
• Used battery
The following batteries can be used with this unit.
• Flat shape type
• Anton Bauer Inc. : Trimpack 13 and 14 series
Pro Pac 13 and 14 series
• IDX Corporation : NP-L46
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