JVC BR-DV600EA, BR-DV600UA User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

BR-DV600UA

SL96202H

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-DV600UA

Serial No.

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance.

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT

–

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

L CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

MIX

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

INSTRUCTIONS

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

BR-DV600EA

SL96203

Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully to ensure the best possible performance.

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT–

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

L CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

MIX

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600EA

This instruction book is made from 100% recycled paper.

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.

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 5 urban 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:

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.

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

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-DV600UA 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

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-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.

POWER SYSTEM Connection to the mains supply

This unit operates on voltage of 220 V to 240 V AC, 50 Hz/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.

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

2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND

DISPLAYS

2-1 Front panel ................................................... 8

2-2 Rear panel ................................................... 9

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

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

3 CONNECTIONS

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

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

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

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

4 MENU SWITCHES

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

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

5 PREPARATION

Turn the power ON/OFF ................................... 24

Loading/unloading a cassette ........................... 24

Audio monitor selection ..................................... 24

Built-in clock setting .......................................... 25

6 RECORDING

Recording preparation ...................................... 26

Recording .......................................................... 26

Audio dubbing ................................................... 27

Reference ......................................................... 27

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 ........................................ 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

14-1 Optional equipment................................. 48

15 SPECIFICATIONS ..................................... 49

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 BRDV600UA. A software upgrade is available at a nominal fee. For more information, contact your JVC dealer.

1 INTRODUCTION

1-1 Major features

MiniDV format High-quality picture and sound thanks to digital technology

DV in/out (IEEE 1394) connector enabling signals to be transferred to or from any device equipped with IEEE 1394 input/output

Composite, Y/C and component inputs/outputs

Sync lock function for audio and video signals There is no lip link shift even during extended recording

JVC bus and RS-422 serial remote interfaces

RS-232C interface (optionally available)

2-way power supply system (AC 120 V, DC 12 V) (U MODEL) 2-way power supply system (AC 220 V – 240 V, DC 12 V) (E MODEL)

Audio dubbing function (32 kHz sampling rate)

Compact, lightweight design

SMPTE time code recording and playback (U MODEL) EBU time code recording and playback (E MODEL)

External timer-start function

External sync signal input connectors

Time code IN/OUT connectors provided

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 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.

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 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

1-3 Precautions

1 INTRODUCTION

Cassette tape

Type

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

• Exclusive JVC DVM60 or DVM30 cassette tape is recommended.

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.

Installation and storage

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

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.

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

Do not block the ventilation openings.

Do not place anything heavy on the unit.

Do not put any foreign materials into the cassette loading slot.

Operate the unit in a horizontal (flat) position only.

Avoid violent shocks to the unit.

Transportation

Remove the cassette tape from the unit prior to transportation.

Energy saving

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

Safety slide

• Move the slide to SAVE to prevent erasure.

• Move the slide to REC to allow recording.

Power supply

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.

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 confir m which power supply is in use when plugging or unplugging the power supply.

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

Erasure prevention

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

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.

Use the following chart as a guide for periodical head cleaning.

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.

Operating Low Room High environment temperature temperature temperature

5˚C to 10˚C10˚C to 35˚C35˚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

1 INTRODUCTION

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

HOLD

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

OVER

HMSF

AUDLOCK

32k 48k

SLAVE PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

dB4030 20 10

[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.

[EJECT] button

Press to eject the cassette.

[REMOTE/LOCAL] switch

Use to switch between REMOTE and LOCAL.

[MIC] jack

Connect a microphone (3.5 mm dia., –67 dBs, 3 kΩ).

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 fieldby-field playback).

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See No. 052 <STEP SLOW MODE> on page 20. REW: Rewinding STOP: Stop FF: Fast-forwarding

LCD Display

Use to show various data including the tape counter and audio level meter. For details, refer to “LCD display” on page 11.

[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.

[AUDIO OUTPUT] switch

Use to select the audio channel to output from the rear panel’s [AUDIO OUT] connectors and the headphones.

[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

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[AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connector.

Use No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> menu switch to switch between VIDEO INPUT and AUDIO MONITOR.

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See “Recording preparation

” on page 26.



See “Playback preparation

” on page 28.

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.

[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

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”.

[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.

2-2 Rear panel

2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

8 6 0

5 4

(

)

[SYNC IN] connector

Input reference sync signals.

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See “Reference sync signal

” on page 12.

[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).

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[AUDIO OUT] connectors

Outputs audio signals (analog). The output audio channel can be selected with the 8 [AUDIO OUTPUT] switch on the front panel.

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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.

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.

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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

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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.

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 19.

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 46.

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.

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

ETCG External time code generator

data

EUBG External user bits generator data

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.

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 : HOUR MET ER

3 4 5 H

00~~ :AUDIO2

00~~ : S ERVO/ SYSTEM0 00~~ :VIDEO1

( HOUR ME TE R)

H : DRUM HOUR MET ER

00000

TCR 0 0:12: 00:00

01:00

WARNING 0201 CONDEN SAT I ON ON D RUM

Minute

Hour

2-4 LCD display

2 CONTROLS, CONNECTORS AND DISPLAYS

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.

(3) Warning code

When this unit malfunctions, the nature of the problem is indicated by an error code.

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See “Warning indicators” on page 46.

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

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

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).

Cassette mark

This mark lights to show that a cassette is loaded. This mark is shown even in the Operate Off mode.

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.

Setting

Menu switch No.

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

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. When the CLOCK mode is

engaged for the LCD display in the REC

or EE mode, “DF” lights even though the

NDF 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.

SLAVE: 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.

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



 



 

  

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

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

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)

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.

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)

Digital input

Digital video signal : [DV IN/OUT] connector (conforming to IEEE 1394)

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.

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

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

OUT

Y/C

Input

Y/C

Component

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:

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

OUT

3 CONNECTIONS

Audio output from a VCR, etc.

Audio input to a VCR, etc.

Mic

Headphones

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 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”.

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

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

3-2 Audio system connections

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/G805

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 V – 240 V (E

MODEL).

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

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

OUT

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.

Notes:

• Before connecting the RM-G800/G805, be sure to turn the VCR OFF. Do not connect or disconnect the remote cable with the VCR ON.

• When the RM-G805 is connected, the A/B roll editing cannot be performed.

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See “396 BATTERY SELECT” on page 22.

• 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

EDITING CONTROL UNIT RM-G800

EDITMODE

ENTRYMENU

CANCEL GOTO

IN OUT

ENTRY

SHIFT PREVIEW REVIEW

AUTO EDIT ALL STOP

GPI

MANUAL TAKE

COUNTER TC HOLD

CTL

PRESET

ASSEM VIDEO/Hi-Fi AUD-1 AUD-2

OUT

HOUR MINUTE SECOND FRAME

LAP

PLAYER

RECORDER

REC REW PLAY STILL FF SEARCH

PLAYER RECORDER

STOP

STILL

X-1 X1

REV FWD

LAP

COUNTER RESET

MENU SET SET

EJECT

OFF

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

OUT

3-4 Editing system examples

3 CONNECTIONS

The BR-DV600UA/EA can be used as a feeder for different video formats.

Simplified digital cut editing system

Using an editing remote controller with JVC bus specifications such as the RM-G800/G805, digital cut editing is possible

with another MiniDV VCR. When the BR-DV600UA is used as a recorder, the following editing operations cannot be performed.

• Preview

• Insert editing

• EE function (auto EE function)

As the phase sync function does not work, the editing accuracy is ±5 frames.

RM-G800/G805

DV (IEEE1394)

Remote control

Notes:

• When used in an editing system with the RM-G800/G805, the BR-DV600UA’s preroll operation is comparatively slow. This is normal and is not a malfunction.

• When editing, the input signal (picture from the playback VCR) can be monitored. The playback picture of the recorder VCR just before the edit-in point cannot be checked.

• This unit cannot be used for CTL editing. Use for the time code editing.

• During remote control operation, be sure to turn the jog dial slowly. Otherwise, the VCR may not be able to keep up

with the operation.

• If editing is started in the Pause mode (still) at the preroll point, editing accuracy may be degraded.

• Use the RM-G800/G805 with the out-point return function OFF. Otherwise, it takes longer to stop editing.

• Use the RM-G800/G805 with the Auto EE mode OFF. Otherwise, the IEEE 1394 “EE inh” error indication is shown.

• When the RM-G805 is connected, the A/B roll editing cannot be performed. (U MODEL)

• Be sure to use this unit with the No. 460 <TC DUPLICATE> menu switch set to “OFF”. Otherwise, time code data may

be discontinuous at the edit point.

→

For servicing See the service manual page 1-6, “1.12 EDITING SYSTEM USING THE BR-DV600”

3 CONNECTIONS

Mixed S-VHS/VHS system

This is an editing system which uses the BR-DV600UA as a feeder/player with an RS-422A serial remote controller such as the RM-G820. In this case, the BR-DV600UA cannot be used as a recorder VCR. The S-VHS/VHS VCR can be replaced with a D-9/Betacam VCR. The following editing operations are not available.

• Variable search

• Slow-motion editing

• CTL editing

RM-G820

Video signal

Remote control

Audio signal

LAP

IN OUT SERVO LAP

IN OUT SERVO

LAP

RESET

LAP

RESET

TOTAL

RECORDER

EJECT

PLAYER EJECT

AUX

CONTINUE

START

END

V.SPEED

EVENT

RENUMBER

RIPPLE

MAN.TAKELEARN

REC REW FF STOP

STB OFF

SEARCHPAUSE

/STILL

PLAY

REC REW FF STOP

STB OFF

SEARCHPAUSE

/STILL

PLAY

ASSEM

VIDEO

AUD-1

AUD-2

SPLIT

CANCEL

LAST ED

REC EE

OUT

OUTINENTRY

PREVIEW

AUTO EDIT

GOTO REVIEW

SHIFT

ALL STOP

MAX

MIN

MONITOR

MAX

MIN

MONITOR

FWD

REV

STILL

X-1

FWD

REV

STILL

X-1

RECORDER

PLAYER

HOUR MIN SEC

FRAME

HOUR MIN SEC

FRAME

VITC LTC CTL

VITC

LTC CTL

BUMP

PREROLL

7 5 3

OFF

EVENT No.

V.SPEED

A.SPLIT DURATION

OUT

EDITING CONTROL UNIT

RM—G820

+–

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

AUDIO IN

NORM Hi-Fi

AUD-2 AUD-1

NORM

AUDIO OUT

Hi-Fi

AUDIO

MONITOR

VIDEO IN

LINE

SYNC IN VIDEO IN

Y/C358

LINE MONITOR

VIDEO OUT VIDEO OUT

Y/C358

TIMER

REC OFF PLAY

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. "DOLBY" and the double-D symbol are trademarks. of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

OUT

TIME CODE

9PIN

OUT

Notes:

• Even during the time code editing, the editing

accuracy of 0 frame cannot be obtained. Set the remote control’s sync grade to ±1 frame.

• During remote control operation, be sure to turn the

jog dial slowly. Otherwise, the VCR may not be able to keep up with the operation.

Edit adjust setting

The No. 353 <EDIT ADJUST> menu switch must be adjusted according to the configuration of the editing system being used.

Setting table (when the RM-G800/G805 is used)

Signal connection method Player Setting Recorder Setting

Analog BR-DV600UA/EA 0 F BR-DV600UA/EA 4 F

IEEE 1394 BR-DV600UA/EA 0 F BR-DV600UA/EA 2 F

Analog BR-DV600UA/EA 0 F BR-S800 ---

Analog BR-DV600UA/EA 0 F

SR-S365 (U MODEL)

---

SRS388 (E MODEL)

Analog BR-S800/BR-S500 (+ SA-N50)* --- BR-DV600UA 3 F

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

OUT

Video signal

Audio signal

Non-linear editing system

Remote control

* To ensure the stability of input signals, install the SA-N50 in the BR-DV600UA/EA.

Non-linear editing system

Material recorded on a MiniDV tape can be captured to a non-linear editing system. The following non-linear editing systems are able to utilize Super Scene Finder (SSF) data.

• Canopus Corporation: DV Rex RT

• Casablanca

3 CONNECTIONS

When cue-up operation is not performed normally, set the menu switches as follows.

No. 053 <STOP FUNC. AT SEARCH> ...... “STILL”

No. 399 <REMOTE FF/REW MODE> ......

“SEARCH”

3 CONNECTIONS

Control via the DV connector

• When the DV connector is used for control, assemble editing cannot be performed.

• When the VCR is stopped via the DV connector, a command error message may be returned to the controller. This is not

a malfunction.

Cable connection to the [DV IN/OUT] connector

Set the video input to

“DV IN” or “IEEE 1394” using either the switch on the front panel or the No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT

SELECT> menu switch.



See “Recording preparation

” on page 26.

* If you switch the video input when the DV connection is active, turn this unit off and on again after changing the setting.

Menu switch settings

• When controlled by another device via the [DV INPUT] connector Set the No. 050 <REMOTE SELECT> menu switch to

“IEEE 1394”, “IEEE 1394 + RS422A

”, “JVC BUS + IEEE 1394

”

and “JVC BUS + RS422A + IEEE 1394

”.

• To record the master tape

’

s time code with the DV-to-DV connection, set the No. 460 <TC DUPLICATE> menu switch

to “ON”. (



See “Time code recording

”

on page 33.)

Notes:

• Connect the cable after the menu switches have been set and the connected equipment is turned ON. (When the

BR-DV600UA/EAs are connected to each other, it is not necessary to turn the power ON.)

• To record the playback VCR’s user bits, use the BR-DV600UA/EA as a player.

• When this unit is used with the No. 460 <TC DUPLICATE> menu switch set to “ON”, set the No. 416 <NON DROP/

DROP> menu switch for the tape in the player VCR. (U MODEL)

• When this unit is used with the No. 460 <TC DUPLICATE> menu switch set to “ON”, do not connect any device to the

[TIME CODE OUT] connector.

4 MENU SWITCHES

You can set menu switches using either the on-screen display or the counter display. To set switches on the on-screen display, you will need to connect a monitor to the VCR’s [VIDEO MONITOR OUT] connector. This section explains how to set switches using the on-screen display. The same procedures apply to switch setting on the counter display, the only difference being that each menu switch item is indicated by numeric code rather than by name.

Menu switch group select screen

03 :SYNC SELECT

50 :REMOTE SELECT

OFF

02 : OPERAT ION LOCK0

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

[SELECT]

[MENU]

[SET]

[MENU]

[SHIFT]

US+RS4 2TO2AJVC B

4-1 Menu switch organization

Menu switch group select screen

Pressing the [MENU] button with the normal screen displayed brings up the menu switch group select screen. Select the desired group with the [SHIFT +/

–] button. The selected group number blinks. Press the [SELECT] button to go to the selected group menu switch setting screen.

Menu switch setting screen

To access this screen, press the [SELECT] button on the menu switch group select screen. Press the [MENU] button to go to the menu switch group select screen.

Menu switch group select screen

Menu switch setting screen

On-screen display

LINE

08:VIDEO INPUT SELECT1

Y/C

09:VIDEO INPUT21

25:SET UP1

03 :SYNC SELECT

50 :REMOTE SELECT

US+RS4 2

OFF

02 :OPERAT ION LOCK0

2AJVC B

52 :STEP SLOEW MODE

ARF

53:STOP FUNC. AT SE

CRAH

STOP

TCR 12:00:00:00

(HOUR METER)

H :DRUM HOUR METER

00000D0H

00 : SYSTEM 00 : T IME CODE 00 : ONSCREEN

M : HOUR ME TE R

3 4 5 H

00 : AUDIO2

00 : SERVO/ SYSTEM0 00 : V IDEO1

[SET]

[MENU]

[SHIFT]

[SELECT]

[MENU]

Menu switch setting screen

On-screen display

Switching the setting screen

[SHIFT] +/–: Item select

SELECT: Changes the setting. SET: Enters the setting.

Menu switch display

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

OVER

HMSF

AUD LOCK

32k 48k

PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

dB4030 20 10

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

DATA SET

ABORT

Counter display

When entered

When data has not been entered yet

Menu switch setting procedure

Press the [SHIFT

–/+] button on the menu switch setting screen to select the menu switch you want to set.

[The selected menu switch number blinks.

Press the [SELECT] button to change the set value.

Repeat steps

and

to change any other menu switches.

Press the [SET] button to end menu switch setting.

[The set value is entered and the normal screen is

restored. When entering the data, the indications shown on the left are displayed. If data has not been entered and menu switch setting is ended,

“Abort”

indication is shown.

To access another group menu switch setting screen without ending menu switch setting, press the [MENU] button.

4 MENU SWITCHES

4-2 Menu switch details

For switch setting procedures, refer to

“Menu switch setting procedure”. q: Factory setting (00): The number in the bracket shows the set value on the

counter display.

002 OPERATION LOCK

Details: Switches the operation lock ON/OFF. Setting: qOFF (00): The operation lock is OFF: all operations

are enabled.

ON (01): The operation lock is ON: all controls are

disabled except for the [MENU] button.

003 SYNC SELECT

Details: Selects the sync signal during play.

Setting: EXTERNAL (01): Synchronizes with the signal input

to the [SYNC IN] connector.

qAUTO (03): Switches the synchronization

automatically depending on whether or not a signal is input to the [SYNC IN] connector. For details, refer to page 12.

050 REMOTE SELECT

Details: Selects the remote controller connected to

the [REMOTE] connector on the rear panel. When the optional SA-K46 RS-232C interface board is installed at the [REMOTE 1] connector, some setting indications will change.

Setting:

IEEE 1394 (01): Allows control of this unit with the

controller connected to the [DV IN/ OUT] connector.

RS422A (04): Allows control of this unit with the

controller connected to the [REMOTE 1] connector.

IEEE 1394 + RS422A (05): Allows control of this unit

with the controllers connected to the [DV IN/OUT] and [REMOTE 1] connectors.

JVC BUS (08): Allows control of this unit with the

controller connected to the [REMOTE 2] connector.

JVC BUS + IEEE 1394 (09): Allows control of this

unit with the controllers connected to the [REMOTE 2] and [DV IN/ OUT] connectors.

JVC BUS + RS422A (12): Allows control of this unit

with the controllers connected to the [REMOTE 2] and [REMOTE 1] connectors.

qJVC BUS + RS422A + 1394 (13):

Allows control of this unit with the controllers connected to the [REMOTE 2], [REMOTE 1] and [DV IN/OUT] connectors.

(When the optional SA-K46 RS-232C interface board is installed)

EEE 1394 (01): Allows control of this unit with the

controller connected to the [DV IN/ OUT] connector.

RS232C (02): Allows control of this unit with the

controller connected to the [REMOTE 1] connector.

IEEE 1394 + RS232C (03): Allows control of this

unit with the controllers connected o the [DV IN/OUT] and [REMOTE 1] connectors.

JVC BUS (08): Allows control of this unit with the

controller connected to the [REMOTE 2] connector.

JVC BUS + IEEE 1394 (09): Allows control of this

unit with the controllers connected to the [REMOTE 2] and [DV IN/ OUT] connectors.

JVC BUS + RS232C (10): Allows control of this unit

with the controllers connected to the [REMOTE 2] and [REMOTE 1] connectors.

qJVC BUS + RS232C + 1394 (11): Allows control of

this unit with the controllers connected to the [REMOTE 2], [REMOTE 1] and [DV IN/OUT] connectors.

052 STEP SLOW MODE

Details: Selects the advance amount in the STILL

mode.

Setting:

FIELD(00): Field-by-field advance.

qFRAME (01): Frame-by-frame advance.

053 STOP FUNC. AT SEARCH

Details: Selects the operation when the STOP

command is received by RS-422A during

SEARCH mode. Setting: qSTOP(00): When the command is received, the

stop mode is entered. Normally, use this setting.

STILL(01): When the command is received, the

pause mode is entered. Use this setting when CUE operation fails to work normally when the “STOP” setting is selected.

054 SLIDE SW FUNCTION

Details: Use this to select the function of the [VIDEO

INPUT/AUDIO MONITOR] switch. Setting:

AUDIO (00): The [AUDIO MONITOR OUT]

connector output can be switched with the [VIDEO INPUT/AUDIO MONITOR] switch.

qVIDEO (01) : The [VIDEO INPUT/AUDIO

MONITOR] switch functions as [VIDEO INPUT] switch.

4 MENU SWITCHES

q: Factory setting (00): The number in the bracket shows the set value

on the counter display.

108 VIDEO INPUT SELECT

Details: Use this to select the input video signal when

No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> menu switch is set to

“AUDIO (00)”. When the No.

054 menu switch is set to

“VIDEO”, the [VIDEO INPUT] switch on the front panel is enabled.

Setting: qLINE (00): Selects video signals input to

the [LINE IN] connector.

Y/C (01): Selects video signals input to

the [Y/C IN] connector.

COMPONENT (02): Selects video signals input to

the [COMPONENT IN] connector.

IEEE 1394 (03): Selects video and audio signals

input to the [DV IN/OUT] connector. In this case, analog audio signals are not input.

109 VIDEO INPUT2

Details: Use this to select the type of input video

signals when the [VIDEO INPUT] switch is set to “Y/C (CPN)”. This switch is effective when the No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> is set to “VIDEO (01)”.

Setting: qY/C (00): Selects video signals input to

the [Y/C IN] connector.

COMPONENT (01): Selects video signals input to

the [COMPONENT IN] connectors.

125 SETUP (U MODEL)

Details: Sets whether or not the setup is applied to

the analog video signals (composite, Y/C, component).

Setting:

OFF (00): Does not apply the setup.

qON (01): Applies the setup. Set to this position to

play back a tape recorded on the GY-DV500.

• This setting affects recording and playback of analog video signals.

• Picture hue and brightness can be affected if dubbing is repeated without applying a setup suitable to video signals.

• When video signals are input from the [DV IN] connector, setup signals will not be provided to the DV and analog outputs even if the No. 125 <SETUP> menu switch is set to

“ON”. If you would like to provide set up signals when playback, set menu switch No.108 [VIDEO INPUT SELECT] to LINE, Y/C or COMPONENT position (except IEEE 1394).



See “Recording preparation

” on page 26.

211 AUDIO MONITOR

Details: Use this to select which audio channel to

output from the [AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connector when the No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> menu switch is set to

“VIDEO

INPUT (01)”.

Setting:

L: Outputs CH1/3 audio signals. R: Outputs CH2/4 audio signals.

qMIX: Outputs CH1/3 and CH2/4 audio signals.

212 AUDIO OUT AT SEARCH

Details: Selects whether or not audio is output to the

[AUDIO OUT] and [AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connectors and headphones jack during search.

Setting:

OFF (00): No output.

qON (01): Audio is output.

214 V. FADE

Details: Switches the V. fade function ON/OFF. V.fade

reduces audio noise at the tag recording during playback.

Setting:

OFF (00): The V. fade function is not activated.

qON (01): Activates the V. fade function.

245 SAMPLING RATE

Details: Selects the sampling rate frequency when

recording audio digitally.

Setting:

32K (00): Records signals at a 32 kHz sampling

frequency. Set to this position for audio dubbing on CH3 and CH4.

q48K (01): Records signals at a 48 kHz sampling

frequency. Audio dubbing is not possible with this setting.

311 AUTO PLAY

Details: Selects whether or not playback starts

automatically after the tape is rewound to the

beginning. Setting: qSHORT FF (00): The tape stops after short FF.

Auto play does not start.

PLAY (01): Auto play starts. Repeat playback

is available when No. 312 <AUTO REW> menu switch is set to

“ON”.

Notes:

→

For servicing See the BR-DV600’s service manual page 1-19, “1.11 SET UP SW

”

363 CONTROLLER SELECT

Details: Selects the setting according to the type of

remote control unit connected via the

RS-422A interface. Setting: qTYPE 1 (00) : For the RM-G820.

TYPE 2 (01) :For a non-linear editing system. TYPE 3 (02) :For BR-S822 swap and BR-D92

swap.

TYPE 4 (03) :Unused.

TYPE 8 (07)

396 BATTERY SELECT

Details: When using DC power, set this switch

according to the DC power supply and

battery type. Setting: q12 V (00): Select this setting to use a DC power

supply (AA-G10) or DC 12 V flat shape type battery.

13.2 V (01): Select this setting to use Anton Bauer Inc.’s Trimpack 13, ProPac 13.

14.4 V (02): Select this setting to use Anton Bauer Inc.’s Trimpack 14, ProPac 14 and IDX Corporation's NP-L46.

397 FAN STOP SHUTDOWN

Details: Sets whether or not VCR operation continues

if the fan motor stops. Setting: qENABLE (00): The power turns off about 1 minute

after the fan motor stops.

DISABLE (01): The VCR continues operation even

after the fan motor stops. When the fan motor stops, press the [OPERATE] button as soon as possible to turn the VCR’s power off. If not, a malfunction may occur due to overheating.

399 REMOTE FF/REW MODE

Contents: Selects the operation when FF/REW

command is received by a REMOTE connector (with the exception of the

serial remote connector) during playback. Setting: qFF/REW(00): The mode becomes the FF/REW

mode when the command is received. Normally, use this setting.

SEARCH (01): The mode becomes the SEARCH

mode when the command is received. Use this setting when CUE operation fails to work normally when the

“FF/REW”

setting is selected.

413 TCG SOURCE

Details: Selects the time code to be recorded. Setting: qINTERNAL (0): Uses the time code from the built-in

generator.

EXTERNAL (1): Uses the time code from the

timecode generator connected to the [TIME CODE IN] connector.

q: Factory setting (00): The number in the bracket shows the set value

on the counter display.

312 AUTO REW

Details: Selects whether or not the tape is rewound

automatically at tape end during recording or

playback. Setting: qOFF (00): The tape is not rewound automatically.

ON (01): The tape is rewound automatically.

Repeat playback is available when No. 311 <AUTO PLAY> menu switch is set to “PLAY”.

353 EDIT ADJUST

Details: When this unit is used with an editing

controller and the edit-in point is shifted, this

corrects the play start timing.

Switch setting differs depending on the

configuration of the editing system. For

details, refer to

“Edit adjust setting

” on page 1

7. Setting: q0F: No compensation.

1F: The playback start point is delayed by 1 frame. 2F: The playback start point is delayed by 2 frames. 3F: The playback start point is delayed by 3 frames

to the factory set timing. 4F: The playback start point is delayed by 4 frames. 5F: The playback start point is delayed by 5 frames. 6F: The playback start point is delayed by 6 frames. 7F: The playback start point is delayed by 7 frames.

360 AUTO REW AT TIMER

Details: Selects whether or not the tape is

automatically rewound when the VCR

power is switched ON in the Timer Play or

Recording Standby mode.

Setting: qOFF (00): Playback or recording starts

immediately. The tape is not rewound.

ON (01): Playback or recording starts after the

tape is rewound to the beginning.

362 BACK UP REC TIMING

Details: For backup recording, set this according to

the length of the recording on the tape in the

source VCR.

For details, refer to

“Backup recording

function” on page 36.

Setting: qOFF (00) : Backup recording is not performed.

25MIN (01) : When the length of the recording on

the tape in the source VCR. is 30 minutes.

55MIN (02) : When the length of the recording on

the tape in the source VCR. is 60 minutes.

75MIN (03) : When the length of the recording on

the tape in the source VCR. is 80 minutes.

4 MENU SWITCHES

q: Factory setting (00): The number in the bracket shows the set value

on the counter display.

414 TCG SELECT

Details: Selects the time code generator mode. Setting: qPRESET (00): Engages the Preset mode.

REGEN (01): Engages the Regen mode.

415 TCG MODE

Details: Selects the time code generator Run mode. Setting:

FREE RUN (00):Engages the Free Run mode.

qREC RUN (01): Engages the Rec Run mode.

416 NON DROP/DROP (U MDEL)

Details: Selects the time code generator Drop Frame

mode.

Setting: qDROP (00): Engages the Drop Frame mode.

NON DROP (01): Engages the Non-Drop Frame

mode.

460 TC DUPLICATE

Details: Selects the time code when the [DV IN]

connector is used during recording.

Setting: qOFF (0): Records the time code from the built-in or

external time code generator.

ON (1): Records the time code input to the [DV IN]

connector.

500 ON SCREEN

Details: Selects whether or not the on-screen display

is shown on the monitor.

Setting:

OFF (00): The display is not shown.

qON (01): The display is shown.

501 CHARACTER H.POSITION

Details: Moves the display position of the tape

counter on screen, etc. horizontally.

Setting: q The display position can be moved in 9

steps from 0 to 8. The factor y setting is “0” (the display position at the far right). * The tape remaining time indication

position cannot be changed.

502 CHARACTER V.POSITION

Details: Moves the display position of the tape

counter on screen, etc. vertically.

Setting:

The display position can be moved in

q 12 steps from 0 to 11. When the

No. 504<INFORMATION SELECT> menu switch is set to “MODE + TIME>, setting to “0” is not possible. * The tape remaining time indication

position on screen can be changed up and down with this switch.

0 (00) :

8 (08)

0 (00) 1 (01)

11 (11)

504 INFORMATION SELECT

Details: Selects which information is displayed on the

on-screen display.

Setting:

TIME (00): Time data is displayed

qMODE+TIME (01): Time data and tape running

mode are displayed.

505 REMAIN ENABLE

Details: Selects whether or not the tape remaining

time is shown on the on-screen display. Setting: qOFF (00): Remaining time is not shown.

ON (01): Remaining time is shown.

514 TIME DISPLAY SELECT

Details: Selects the type of time data displayed. Setting:

DATE (00): Shows the date. CLOCK (01): Shows the time. DATE+CLOCK (02): Shows the date and time.

qTC (03): Shows the time code data.

516 DISPLAY SELECT

Details: Selects the type of data displayed on the tape

counter in the LCD display. Setting: qTC (00): Shows the time code data.

CLOCK (01): Shows the date and time. You can

switch between date and time with the [COUNTER] switch.

5 PREPARATION

Preparing this unit for recording or playback.

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

OVER

HMSF

AUDLOCK

32k 48k

SLAVE PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

dB4030 20 10

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

[AUDIO MONITOR] switch

[OPERATE] button

[EJECT] button

Turn the power ON.

Press the [OPERATE] switch. The counter display lights up.

Turn the power OFF

Press the [OPERATE] switch. “

oPE-oFF

” is shown in the

counter display.

Loading/unloading a cassette

Insert the cassette into the cassette loading slot with the window facing up. Push the cassette in slowly until the loading mechanism starts automatic loading. [ The VCR enters the Stop mode and the cassette

indicator (

) lights.

Press the [EJECT] button to eject the cassette. [ The cassette tape is ejected.

Audio monitor selection

Set the No. 054 <AUDIO MONITOR> menu switch to “AUDIO”. Use the [AUDIO MONITOR] switch to select the audio channel to monitor (via the [AUDIO MONITOR OUT] connectors).



See “Playback preparation

” on page 28.

Built-in clock setting

Time data is recorded in the sub code area of the tape during recording. In the Play mode, this data is read out and can be shown on the on-screen display or the counter display.

5 PREPARATION

Setting procedure

The names of the operation buttons are shown above the buttons.

Set the tape counter display to the time display.

Set the No. 516 <DISPLAY SELECT> menu switch to “CLOCK”.

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See No. 516 <DISPLAY SELECT> on page 23.

Set the [COUNTER] switch to

“TC” or “UB”.

• To set the time, set to “TC”. The time display is shown in the tape counter.

• To set the date, set to “UB”. The date display is shown in the tape counter.

Engage the setting mode.

Press the [HOLD] button.

• Clock setting [ The hour digit starts to blink.

• Date setting

[ The month digit starts to blink. (U MODEL) [ The day digit starts to blink. (E MODEL)

Change the value.

Each time the [ADVANCE] button is pressed, the value of the blinking digit increases. While holding down the [SHIFT] button, press the [ADVANCE] button to reset the value as follows.

• Clock setting: “00:00:00”

• Date setting: “01:01:2000”

Shift the digit.

Press the [SHIFT] button.

• Clock setting: Each time the [SHIFT] button is pressed, the blinking cursor moves in the order of hours [ minutes [ seconds.

• Date setting: Each time the [SHIFT] button is pressed, the blinking cursor moves in the order of month [ day [ year.

(U MODEL)

, day [ month [year.

(E MODEL)

. Repeat steps 4 to 5 to change the values for each digit.

Enter the set data.

Press the [PRESET] button to enter the set data.

HMSF

[Reference]

Clock data is retained for about 60 hours after the 6-hour power supply is used up (Operate On mode).

SPSP

SLAVESLAVE

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

OVER

HMSF

AUD LOCK

32k 48k

PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

dB4030 20 10

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

Time and date display

TC: Time UB: Date

HOLD: Start SHIFT: Digit shift

ADVANCE: Chang es the value. PRESET: Enters the set value.

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

OVER

HMSF

AUD LOCK

32k 48k

SLAVE PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

dB40 30 20 10

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

6 RECORDING

Recording preparation

Loading a cassette

Check that the erasure prevention tab is set to allow recording. Insert the cassette in the cassette loading slot.

Input video signal selection

Select the input video signal with the switch on the front panel or menu switch.

Selection with the switch on the front panel

• Menu switch setting

No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> ......... VIDEO

[PLAY] button

[REC] button

[PAUSE] button

[STOP] button

Recording

Press the [PLAY] button while holding down the [REC] button.

[Recording starts.

Press the [PAUSE] button to temporarily stop recording.

To restart recording, press the [PLAY] button. To stop recording, press the [STOP] button.

Notes:

• If the unit remains in the Pause mode for more than 5 minutes, the Stop mode is automatically engaged to prevent the tape from being damaged. If tape remaining time is less than 3 minutes or the unit is being used in a low-temperature environment, the Stop mode is engaged within about 3 minutes.

• When a tape recorded on this unit is played back on a consumer MiniDV VCR, the sound level may be low.

• During recording, the upper section of the picture may be distorted or deflect. This is not a malfunction.

[REC LEVEL] control

[VIDEO INPUT] switch

Audio sampling rate setting

Select the audio sampling rate with the No. 245 <SAMPLING RATE> menu switch. The number of usable audio channels is determined by the sampling frequency selected with the No. 245 <SAMPLING RATE> menu switch.

32 kHz: 4 channels In normal recording, signals are recorded on CH1 and CH2. In the audio dubbing mode, signals are recorded on CH3 and CH4.

48 kHz: 2 channels Signals are recorded on CH1 and CH2. Audio dubbing is not possible.

Adjust the audio recording level with the [REC LEVEL] control.

V. I N switch

No. 109 <VIDEO INPUT2> menu switch

Not required.

Select “Y/C”.

Select “COMPONENT”.

Selected input connector

Selects digital signals input to the [DV IN/OUT].

Selects composite video signals input to the [LINE IN] connector.

Selects Y/C signals input to the [Y/ C IN] connector.

Selects component signals input to the [COMPONENT IN] connectors.

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

Y/C

(CPN)

* To switch the audio output, use the No. 211 <AUDIO MONITOR> menu

switch.

Selection with the menu switch

• Menu switch setting

No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> ......... AUDIO

No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT SELECT>

LINE

Y/C

COMPONENT

IEEE 1394

Selected input connector

Selects composite video signals input to the [LINE IN] connector.

Selects Y/C signals input to the [Y/C] connector.

Selects component video signals input to the [COMPONENT IN] connectors.

Selects digital signals input to the [DV IN/ OUT] connector.

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

OVER

HMSF

AUD LOCK

32k 48k

SLAVE PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

dB40 30 20 10

6 RECORDING

[PLAY] button

[REC] button

[PAUSE] button

[STOP] button

[REC LEVEL] control

[A. DUB] button

Audio dubbing

Signals can only be recorded on CH3 and CH4.

Set the No. 245 <SAMPLING RATE> menu switch to “32K”. Set the video input to a position other than

“DV IN”. (Audio dubbing is not possible with digital audio input.)

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See “Recording preparation

” on page 26.

2 Press the [PLAY] button to play back the tape.

Press the [PAUSE] button at the position from which you want to start recording audio. While holding the [PAUSE] button, press the [A.DUB] button.

The Audio Dubbing Pause mode cannot be engaged unless the VCR is in the Stop mode. First engage the Stop mode. Then, while holding down the [PAUSE] button, press the [A. DUB] button.

• Audio dubbing If audio dubbing is disabled for any reason

— for example, if a section of tape recorded using 48 kHz sampling is backspaced in the Pause mode

— the “Adb inh” indication is shown and the VCR enters the Stop mode.

Adjust the audio recording level with the [REC LEVEL] control.

Press the [PLAY] button to start audio dubbing.

[Audio signals are recorded on CH3 and CH4. To stop audio dubbing temporarily, press the [PAUSE] button.

To end audio dubbing, press the [STOP] button.

• Audio dubbing is not possible on tapes recorded with 48 kHz sampling frequency.

• If audio dubbing is performed repeatedly on a short section of the tape, there may be some noise when this section is played back.

• For audio dubbing, use a tape recorded with this unit. If another tape is used, first dub it to a tape on this unit. When audio is dubbed on a tape recorded on another VCR (including another BR-DV600UA/EA), sound and picture may be distorted.

• During audio dubbing, noise might be visible on the playback picture. But it is not a trouble of BR-DV600UA/EA. Audio dubbing itself is proceeded normally.

• It is not possible to use the audio dubbing function to record the CH1/2 playback signal on CH3/4 (soundon-sound).

Notes:

48k 32k

CH1 CH1/CH2

CH2 CH3/CH4

Reference

Recording section on the tape

In the MiniDV format, one video frame consists of 10 tracks. Each track includes recording sections for audio, video and sub code (time code, date, time). As shown in the diagram, the audio recording section provides 2 channels or 4 channels depending on the sampling rate frequency selected. In the Audio Dubbing mode, audio signals are recorded in the CH3 and CH4 section which is created when the 32 kHz sampling frequency is selected.

Audio area

Video area

Sub code area

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

OVER

HMSF

AUD LOCK

32k 48k

SLAVE PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

dB40 30 20 10

7 PLAYBACK

[AUDIO OUTPUT] switch

[PLAY] button [FF] button

[PAUSE] button

[REC] button

[STOP] button

[OPERATE] button

[AUDIO MONITOR] switch

Playback preparation

Press the [OPERATE] button to turn the power ON.

Insert the cassette into the cassette loading slot.

Select the audio output channel.

Select output signals with the switch on the front panel or menu switch.

Selection with the switch on the front panel

• Menu switch setting

No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> ......... AUDIO

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

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

* To switch video input signals, use the No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT SELECT>

menu switch.

Selection with the menu switch

• Menu switch setting

No. 054 <SLIDE SW FUNCTION> ......... VIDEO

CH1 CH1 CH2

CH1/3 CH1/3 CH2/4

CH3 CH3 CH4

CH2 CH1 CH2

CH2/4 CH1/3 CH2/4

CH4 CH3 CH4

CH1/2 CH1 CH2

CH1/2/3/4 CH1/3 CH2/4

CH3/4 CH3 CH4

MIX

CH1/2

MIX

CH3/4

CH1/2

MIX

CH3/4

CH1/2

MIX

CH3/4

Connector

MONITOR

AUDIO OUT

OUT

CH1/3 CH2/4

Menu switch No. 211 <AUDIO MONITOR>

AUDIO OUTPUT switch

Repeat play

Set the No. 311 <AUTO PLAY> and No. 312 <AUTO REW> menu switches to

“ON”.

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See No. <311 AUTO PLAY> and No. 312 <AUTO REW> on pages 21 to 22.

Press the [PLAY] button to star t playback.

At tape end, the tape is rewound automatically and playback starts again. This operation repeats each time the tape ends.

To stop Repeat Play, press the [STOP] button.

Playback

Press the [PLAY] button.

Video and audio signals are output from each output connector. Other data recorded on the tape is read out (time code, user bits, etc.)

To stop playback, press the [STOP] button.

To temporarily stop playback, press the [PAUSE] button.

• For fast-forward playback, press the [FF] button during playback.

• For fast reverse playback, press the [REW] button during playback.

• You can select whether or not to play sound during fast-forward playback or fast reverse playback with the No. 212 <AUDIO OUT AT SEARCH> ON/OFF setting.

Notes:

• If audio dubbing is performed repeatedly on a short section of the tape, there may be some noise when this section is played back.

• When a tape recorded on a consumer MiniDV VCR is played back on this unit, the sound level may be low.

• When the Pause mode continues for more than 5 minutes, the Stop mode is automatically engaged to protect the tape. If tape remaining time is less than 3 minutes or the unit is being used in a lowtemperature environment, the Stop mode is engaged within about 3 minutes. The Stop mode is also engaged automatically if slow playback continues for more than 1 minute with the remote controller or reverse slow playback continues for more than 20 seconds.

8 EXTERNAL TIMER-START FUNCTION

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

OUT

REC: Timer recording OFF: Timer function OFF PLAY: Timer playback

Commercially available timer, etc.

Playback

Connect the power cable.

To turn this unit ON with a commercially available timer, connect the power cable plug to the timer

’

s power output socket. Set the front panel

’

s [REMOTE/LOCAL] switch to

“LOCAL”.

Insert a cassette.

Set the rear panel

’

s [TIMER] switch to “PLAY”.

When power is supplied, playback starts automatically.

Repeat playback can be set with menu switch setting.

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See No. <311 AUTO PLAY> and No. 312 <AUTO

REW> on pages 21 to 22. With the menu switches set appropriately, the tape can be rewound to the beginning before starting playback.

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See No. 360 <AUTO REW AT TIMER> on page 22.

Stop playback.

Press the [STOP] button.

Recording

Connect the power cable.

To turn this unit ON with a commercially available timer, connect the power cable plug to the timer

’

s power output socket. Set the front panel

’

s [REMOTE/LOCAL] switch to

“LOCAL”.

Select the video input.

Adjust the audio recording level.

Insert a cassette.

Set the rear panel

’

s [TIMER] switch to “REC”.

When power is supplied, the VCR automatically enters the Record mode.

Using the menu switches, you can set the VCR to start recording after rewinding the tape to the beginning.

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See No. 360 <AUTO REW AT TIMER> on page 22.

Stop recording.

Press the [STOP] button.

(AUTOMATIC START-UP WITH POWER SUPPLY)

When power (AC 120 V (U MODEL), AC 220 V – 240 V (E MODEL) or DC 12 V) is supplied to this unit, it automatically enters the Record or Play mode. Using a commercially available timer, you can configure your VCR to start recording or playback at a specified time.

Note:

• External timer control should only be used to start VCR operation. Do not use an external timer to turn the VCR power off while the tape is running. Doing so could damage this unit or the tape.

STOP

TCR 12:00:00:00

9 TIME CODE

The time code is recorded frame by frame together with the materials to be recorded on the tape. With this time code, the position of the materials can be precisely specified, improving the editing accuracy and working efficiency. (The editing accuracy of 0 frame may not be obtained even though the time code is used, depending on the performance of the VCR and editing controller and influence of editing system.) With this system, the time code can be recorded and played back.

Display

Time code can be shown on the counter display and on the on-screen display during playback and recording.

To display time code data on the on-screen display, set the No. 514 <TIME DISPLAY SELECT> menu switch to “TC”.

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See No. 514 <TIME DISPLAY SELECT> on page 23.

To display time code data on the counter display, set the No. 516 <DISPLAY SELECT> menu switch to “TC”.

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See No. 516 <DISPLAY SELECT> on page 23.

Set the [COUNTER] switch to

“TC” or “UB”.

TC: Shows the time code data display.

UB: Shows the user bits display. All time code data including time code generator/reader, drop/non-drop frame, CTL interpolation, etc. are shown on the on-screen display (U MODEL)

On-screen display

TCR : Time code reader data TCG :Time code generator data UBR : User bits reader data UBG : User bits generator data ETCG : External time code generator data EUBG: External user bits generator data

SLAVE

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

OVER

HMSF

AUD LOCK

32k 48k

PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

dB40 30 20 10

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

ADVANCE: Changes the value. PRESET: Enters the set value.

Time code/user bits display

TC: Time code UB: User bits

HOLD: Start SHIFT: Moves the cursor to the next digit.

Preset

To give you more control over your material in editing and recording, you can specify a preset time code value while referring to the counter display indications. Determine the required time code value beforehand.

• Set the [COUNTER] switch to

“TC” so that the counter

display shows the time code.

• Set the [COUNTER] switch to

“UB” to show the user bits

on the counter display.

Time code presetting is described below. The same procedure is used to preset the user bits, except that user bit values are hexadecimal (0 to F ).

HMSF

Counter display

: — Non-drop frame

· — Drop frame

(U MODEL)

9 TIME CODE

Set the menu switches.

(

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See pages 22 and 23.)

Set the No. 413 <TCG SOURCE> menu switch to “INTERNAL”.

Set the No. 414 <TCG SELECT> menu switch to “PRESET”.

Set the No. 415 <TCG MODE> menu switch. Setting is not necessary for user bits. REC RUN: The time code is counted only during

recording.

FREE RUN: The time code is counted after the

preset is complete.

Set the No. 416 <NON DROP/DROP> menu switch. Setting is not necessary for user bits. (U MODEL) NON DROP: Engages the Non-Drop Frame mode. DROP: Engages the Drop Frame mode.

Press the [HOLD] button to engage the time code

setting mode.

[The uppermost digit blinks.

Press the [ADVANCE] button to change the value.

[The blinking number increases.

• Hold down the [SHIFT] button and press the [ADVANCE] button to reset all digits to “0”.

Press the [SHIFT] button to change the digit.

[The blinking cursor on the digit moves to the right.

To change the digit, repeat steps

Press the [PRESET] button to enter the value.

[The time code setting mode is released and the

normal display is restored.

To check the preset time code, press the [REC] button in the Stop mode.

HMSF

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

OVER

HMSF

AUD LOCK

32k 48k

SLAVE PB NDF

SERVO RF

DEW

AUTO OFF

HOLD

CH 2/4

CH 1/3

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

dB40 30 20 10

9 TIME CODE

[COUNTER] switch

[REC] button

[PLAY] button

[STOP] button

Recording

Time code recording follows the time code already recorded on the tape.

Menu switch setting

No. 413 <TCG SOURCE> “INTERNAL” No. 414 <TCG SELECT>

“REGEN”

No. 415 <TCG MODE>

“REC RUN” or “FREE RUN”

No. 416 <NON DROP/DROP> “NON DROP” or “DROP”

(U MODEL)

Operation

Start recording.

While pressing the [REC] button, press the [PLAY] button. [The time code and user bits are recorded following

the data recorded on the tape. The time code data is shown on the on-screen display and counter display. On the on-screen display, the counter mode is shown as

“TCR” or “UBR”.

To stop recording, press the [STOP] button.

Time code recording starts from the preset data.

Menu switch setting

No. 413 <TCG SOURCE> “INTERNAL” No. 414 <TCG SELECT>

“PRESET”

No. 415 <TCG MODE>

“REC RUN” or “FREE RUN”

No. 416 <NON DROP/DROP> “NON DROP” or “DROP”

(U MODEL)

Operation

Check the preset value.

Set the [COUNTER] switch to

“TC” or “UB”. In the Stop mode, press the [REC] button. [Time code data is shown on the on-screen display

and counter display. On the on-screen display, the counter mode is shown as

“TCG” or “UBG”. Release your finger from the [REC] button to restore the previous display.

Start recording.

While pressing the [REC] button, press the [PLAY] button. [Time code and user bits are recorded. To stop recording, press the [STOP] button.

Reference

Playback time code

Time code data is recorded in the sub code area of the tape. During playback, the data in the sub code area is processed in the LTC time code format and output to the [TIME CODE OUT] connector.

Playback

Operation

Select the time code data to be displayed.

Set the [COUNTER] switch to

“TC” or “UB”.

[The counter display shows the time code or user bits.

Press the [PLAY] button to play back the time code and user bits.

LTC time code is output from the rear panel

’

s [TIME CODE OUT] connector. VITC time code is not output. The time code data is shown on the on-screen display and counter display. On the on-screen display, the counter mode is shown as

“TCR” or “UBR”.

To stop playback, press the [STOP] button.

Note on time code playback without user bits

• When you play back a tape that has no user bits recorded (for example, a tape recorded on a consumer MiniDV VCR), the user bits that were played back last will be displayed.

9 TIME CODE

Recording time code from an external time code generator

● Menu switch setting

No. 413 <TCG SOURCE> ......... EXTERNAL

Operation

Record.

Press the [PLAY] button while pressing the [REC] button. [ The [SLAVE] indicator lights in the LCD display and

the time code and user bits from the external time code generator are recorded on the tape. During recording, time code recording continues even after the end of the input regenerated time code.

Input external time code signal synchronized with video signals.

Note on recording time code from the BR-DV600U/E

• To record time code from the BR-DV600U/E, connect the BR-DV600U to the IEEE 1394 connector and follow the procedures shown in

“Recording time code

data input to the [DV IN] connector

”.

Recording time code data input to the [DV IN] connector

● Menu switch setting

No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT SELECT> ......... IEEE 1394

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See “Recording preparation

” on page 26.

No. 416 <NON DROP/DROP> ......... Set according to

the time code mode used on the tape in the source VCR. (U MODEL)

No. 460 <TC DUPLICATE> ......... ON

Operation

Record.

Press the [PLAY] button while pressing the [REC] button. [ The time code on the tape in the source VCR is

recorded.

• Time code input to the [TIME CODE IN] connector is ignored.

• Do not connect any device to the [TIME CODE OUT] connector.

10 SUPER SCENE FINDER FUNCTION

Preparation

Connect the 9-pin D-sub connector of the installed SA-K46 RS-232C interface board to a personal computer, etc. with an RS-232C cable. Use a reverse type cable. For RS-232C interface settings, refer to “RS-232C specifications

” on page 36.

Set the No. 050 <REMOTE SELECT> menu switch to

“RS232C”, “IEEE 1394+ RS232C

”, “JVC BUS + RS232C

”

or “JVC BUS + RS232C + 1394

”.

The SSF data recorded on the tape with the GY-DV500/DV550/DV700W’s Super Scene Finder function can be read out by installing the optional SA-K46 RS-232C interface board. Consult your JVC dealer for details on installation of the SA-K46 RS-232C interface board.

Super Scene Finder (SSF) data

SSF data includes the following items.

SSF data

1. Model ID data

Unique identification code of the recording VCR

2. Reel No.

Cassette tape number

3. Mark in point data

Time code data at the start point specified by pressing the [TAKE] button during shooting in the Mark mode on the JVC Pro camcorder

(GY-DV500/DV550, etc.)

4. Mark out point data

Time code data at the end point specified by pressing the [TAKE] button during shooting in the Mark mode on the JVC Pro camcorder

(GY-DV500/DV550, etc.)

5. Cue point data

Time code data at the cue points the JVC Pro camcorder (GY-DV500/DV550, etc.) starts and ends recording and the cue point specified by pressing the [TAKE] button during shooting in the Cue mode.

Usage example

You can use SSF data to build a database that will enable you to manage your library of original recordings more efficiently.

By creating a table linking the model ID and reel No. to the recording’s title, you can easily search and retrieve a tape.

Recordings

Model ID Reel No. Recording title 0001 0222 '01 athletic meeting

0002 0100 '01 spring excursion

0003 0150 '01 Christmas party

:::

For example, when you retrieve

“'01 spring excursion

”, the

model ID (0002) and the reel No. (0100) are also provided. Please note that this function is not provided. The table must be developed by the user.

Based on the “mark in point data

”, “mark out point data

”

and “cue point data” specified with the JVC Pro camcorder (GY-DV500/DV550, etc.) Super Scene Finder function, you can create batch capture data for a nonlinear editing system (Canopus

’

DVRex-RT or Casablanca). This allows you to automatically acquire only specified scenes. Batch capture data conversion software for Canopus’s DVRex-RT is distributed at no charge on the Internet.

pSearch

Reading out SSF data

Insert the tape on which SSF data is recorded.

Transmit the RS-232C command D5h: SSF DATA SENSE from a personal computer or a non linear editing system.

[The SSF data is returned from the VCR.

(Display example)

START ID REEL NO. SCENE MARK IN MARK OUT CUE 001 M 00:00:00:16 00:00:04:19 002 M 00:00:06:03 00:00:08:08 003 C 00:03:15:17 00:03:57:00 004 C 00:03:58:18 00:05:37:24 00:04:00:21 004 C 00:03:58:18 00:05:37:24 00:04:07:22 004 C 00:03:58:18 00:05:37:24 00:04:18:23 END

Note:

• When a tape is recorded from the beginning in this unit, recorded SSF data is erased.

LIGHT

ON OFF

COUNTER

CTL TC UB

RESET

OPERATE/WARNING

MONITOR

SELECT

STATUSSHUTTER

FILTER 1 3200k 2 5600k 3 5600k+ND

POWER

GAIN

OUTPUT

WHT.BAL

VTR

ON OFF

ALARM

MONITOR

B O

CH-1

CH-2

AUDIO LEVEL

AUTO IRIS LOLUX

BACK L NORMAL SPOT L

STRETCH NORMAL COMPRESS

FULL AUTO BLACK

DC 12V

PGZ01945

TIMER

TIME CODE

COMPONENT

VIDEO

SYNC IN

REC

OFF

PLAY

IN/OUT

REMOTE

AUDIO

SERIAL

CH 1/3

OUT

B-Y

Y/C

LINE

OUT

MONITOR

CH 2/4

MONITOR

OUT

R-Y

OUT

11 BACKUP RECORDING FUNCTION

Long-time series recording is possible by connecting other DV recorders in series.

5 Backup recording

IEEE 1394 connection

Source VCR

DV camcorder GY-DV500/DV550 or JVC DV camcorder

Backup VCR

BR-DV600UA/EA

When this unit is connected to a DV camcorder (GY-DV500/DV550) via the IEEE 1394, a long-time recording is possible by starting recording in this unit around the time after the recording tape in the source VCR ends.

5 Preparation

• Connect the [DV] connector of the source VCR to the [DV IN/OUT] connector of this unit.

• Set the [REMOTE/LOCAL] switch to

“REMOTE”.

5 Menu switch setting

No. 050 <REMOTE SELECT> ... Select any setting from

IEEE 1394, IEEE 1394 + RS422A, JVC BUS + IEEE 1394 and JVC BUS + RS422A +

IEEE 1394. No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT SELECT> ... IEEE 1394 No. 362 <BACK UP REC TIMING> ...

When the length of the recording on the tape in the source VCR is:

30 minutes: 25MIN

60 minutes: 55MIN

80 minutes: 75MIN No. 460 <TC DUPLICATE> ... OFF * Video input can also be switched with the switch on the

front panel.

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See “Recording preparation

” on page 26.

5 Operation

1. Start recording with the source VCR.

* Be sure to start from the beginning of the tape.

2. Recording with this unit starts around the time when the tape in the source VCR ends.

• Recording starts at the time set with the No. 362

<BACK UP REC TIMING> menu switch.

• When you don’t need backup, set the No. 362 <BACK UP REC TIMING> menu switch to “OFF”.

• The backup recording function records images from the source VCR on this unit. When backup recording starts, continue shooting with the source VCR.

12 RS-232C INTERFACE

12-1 Command tables

This section provides information on programming VCR operations via the RS-232C interface.

JVC table-1

Basic table

01 2 345 6 78 9AB CDEF

Complete

Error

Cassette Not

ACK NAK

Out Target

3 Play

Fwd Shtl Fwd Shtl Fwd Shtl Fwd Shtl

Stop

x2 x0.2 Still x10

4 Enter

Clear CueUp In Shift In Shift Out Shift Out Shift Rev Shtl Rev Shtl Rev Shtl RevShtl RevShtl

Still

Error

with Data

+ – + – x1 x2 x0.2 Still x10

5 In Entry

Out Entry

In Flag Out Flag In Flag Out Flag

Clear

Go-to Go-to

Memory

Reset Reset Recall Recall In Out Search

Status Sense

Date Clock

Preset Preset

Standby Standby

Preroll Eject Ff Rew

Fwd Field Rev Field

On Off Step Step

CueUp

Fwd Shtl Rev Shtl

Date Data

Clock Data

with Data Sense Sense

C Auto Edit Review

Full-EE

EE Off Rec

Rec

Adb

On Pause Pause

Ssf Data Preroll Status Tc Data

CTL Data

In Data Out Data UB Data

JVC Status

Sense

Tm Sense

Sense Sense Sense Sense Sense Sense Sense

TC UB

CTL Data

In Data

Out Data

Edit Preroll

Timer Mode

Memory

Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset Preset

Tm Preset

Select

Sw Preset

JVC Tbl 1

Basic

JVC Tbl 2

Rec/Dub

Vtr Ind

Select Tbl Select Select

Request

01 2 345 6 78 9AB CDEF

Complete Error

Cassette Not

ACK NAK

Out Target

3 Play Stop

4 Enter

Clear In Shift In Shift Out Shift Out Shift

Still

Error + – + –

5 In Entry

Out Entry

In Flag Out Flag In Flag Out Flag

Clear

Go-to Go-to

Memory

Reset Reset Recall Recall In Out Search

Status Sense

Rom Operate Operate

Version On Off

Date Clock

Preset Preset

Standby Standby

Preroll Eject Ff Rew

Fwd Field Rev Field

On Off Step Step

Play After

Fwd Shtl Rev Shtl

Date Data

Clock Data

CueUp Sense Sense

Full-EE

EE Off Rec

Rec

Adb

On Pause Pause

Device Type

Memory

Tape Rem

Status Tc Data

CTL Data

JVC Status

Request

Sw Sense

Sense Sense Sense Sense Sense

CTL Data

In Data

Out Data

Timer Mode

Memory

Preset Preset Preset Select

Sw Preset

JVC Tbl 1

Basic

JVC Tbl 2

Rec/Dub

Vtr Ind

Select Tbl Select Select

Request

12-2 RS-232C specifications

9PIN D-Sub

Pin NO. Signals Operations Direction of

signals

2 RXD Receive data VTR p PC

3 TXD Transmit data VTR [ PC

4 DTR Data terminal ready VTR [ PC

5 GND Signal ground

6 DSR Data set ready VTR p PC

Note: PC means a controller such as a personal computer.

Mode : Non-synchronous Character length : 8 bits Parity check : None Start bit : 1 Stop bit : 1 Data rate : 9600 bps Bit structure

ASCII code table

Use this table to express the values or alphabets on the RS-232C interface.

012 3456789ABCDEF 0SP0Pp 11AQaq 22BRbr 33CScs 44DTdt 55EUeu 66FVfv 77GWgw 88HXhx 99IYiy AJZjz BKk CLl DMm ENn FOo

Start bit Stop bit

12 RS-232C INTERFACE

12-3 RS-232C commands

An optional RS-232C interface can be installed in this unit and connected to a personal computer. Data transmitted and received via the RS-232C interface enables the PC to control the VCR and gather status and operating information.

RXD 0Ah

3Ah

TXD

(e.g.) Playback

VCR operation commands

These commands are used to operate the VCR. When the command is received correctly, the VCR returns ACK (OAh) and enters the mode corresponding to the command.

Commands Description

3A PLAY Play 3B FWD X2 2x play 3C FWD X0.2 0.2x play 3D F-STILL Pause 3E FWD X10 10x play 3F STOP Stop 4A REV X1 Reverse play 4B REV X2 2x reverse play 4C REV X0.2 0.2x reverse play 4D R-STILL Pause 4E REV X10 10x reverse play 4F STILL Pause 58 GOTO IN Cues up the point specified with the IN ENTRY (50) and IN DATA PRESET (E3).

When the tape is cued, COMPLETE (01) is returned. When the specified point cannot be found, NOT TARGET (05) is returned.

59 GOTO OUT Cues up the point specified with the OUT ENTRY (51) and OUT DATA PRESET (E4).

When the tape is cued, COMPLETE (01) is returned. When the specified point cannot be found, NOT TARGET (05) is returned.

5B MEMORY SEARCH Cues up the point specified with the MEMORY (5A). When the tape is cued,

COMPLETE (01) is returned. When the specified point cannot be found, NOT

TARGET (05) is returned. 7B OPERATE ON Operating mode ON 7C OPERATE OFF Operating mode OFF A0 STANDBY ON Standby ON A1 STANDBY OFF Standby OFF A2 PREROLL Preroll A3 EJECT Eject cassette AB FF Fast-forward. When this command is transmitted during playback, playback speed

changes to 10x. AC REW Rewind. When this command is transmitted during playback, reverse playback starts

at 10x. AD F-FIELD STEP Advances one frame. This command should be transmitted in the Play-Pause mode. AE R-FIELD STEP Reverses one frame. This command should be transmitted in the Play-Pause mode. B2 CUE UP WITH DATA Use this command to cue up a specified point on the tape. When the tape is cued,

COMPLETION is returned and the Pause mode is engaged.

To specify the cue point, transmit the time data (hour: minute: second: frame, a total

of 8 bytes with 2 bytes for each) following this command. B3 CUE UP AND PLAY Use this command to cue up a specified point on the tape.

WITH DATA When the tape is cued, COMPLETE is returned and the Play mode is engaged.

To specify the cue point, transmit the time data (hour: minute: second: frame, a total

of 8 bytes with 2 bytes for each) following this command.

Preparation

To control the VCR via the RS-232C interface, set the No. 050 <REMOTE SELECT> menu switch to “RS232C”, “IEEE 1394 + RS232C

”,

“JVC BUS + RS232C” or “JVC BUS +

RS232C + 1394

”

12 RS-232C INTERFACE

Commands Description

B5 F-SHUTTLE Shuttle play. The search speed is specified by sending the speed code data after

this command (see the table below).

B6 R-SHUTTLE Shuttle reverse play. The search speed is specified by sending the speed code data

after this command (see the table above).

C4 FULL EE ON Full EE mode ON

C5 FULL EE OFF Full EE mode OFF

CA REC Record. Transmit this command after transmitting REC DUB REQUEST.

CB REC PAUSE Record pause. Transmit this command after transmitting REC DUB REQUEST.

CC A. DUB Audio dubbing. Transmit this command during playback after transmitting REC DUB

REQUEST.

CD A. DUB PAUSE Audio dubbing pause. Transmit this command during audio dubbing after

transmitting REC DUB REQUEST.

E2 COUNTER RESET Counter reset

FA REC REQUEST Recording request (use with the recording-related command).

Information gathering (sense) commands

These commands are used to check the VCR operation conditions. When a command requesting information is received by the VCR, data is returned in 1-byte packets corresponding to the information requested. The number of bytes returned differs depending on the command.

Commands Description

72 ROM VERSION Use to check the RS-232C interface-related ROM version. 3-byte data is returned.

BE DATE SENSE Use to check the VCR’s date data. The data is retur ned in order of month, day and

year. During playback, the time data on the tape is returned.

BF TIME SENSE Use to check the VCR’s time data. The data is returned in order of hour, minute and

second. During play, the time data on the tape is returned.

D1 DEVICE TYPE Use to check the device type. D:44h, 6:36h, 0:30h, 0:30h

D4 TAPE REMAIN SENSE Use to check the tape remaining time. 3-byte data is returned showing the hour (ones

place) and minutes (tens place and ones place).

D5 SSF DATA SENSE Use to check the Super Scene Finder data.

D6 PREROLL TIME SENSE Use to check the preroll time. 2-byte data is returned showing the seconds (tens

place and ones place).

D7 STATUS SENSE Use to check the status. Refer to the contents of the STATUS SENSE.

D8 CURRENT TC SENSE Use to check the time code data. The data is returned in the order of hour, minute,

second and frame.

D9 CURRENT CTL SENSE Use to check the CTL data. The uppermost digit shows plus or minus.

DC CURRENT TC UB Use to check the user bits data. Data A from F is expressed with

SENSE ASCII code 41h to 46h.

DD JVC STATUS SENSE Use to check the status. Refer to JVC STATUS SENSE for details.

FB VTR IND Use to check the VCR connection.

Speed code table (corresponding speed)

Speed code Search speed

30h Still 31h 0.1 33h 0.2 34h 0.3 35h 1 36h 2 37h 5 38h 10

Setting (preset) commands

These commands activate various settings on the VCR. When a command is sent, the corresponding setting is activated.

Commands Description

E0 TC DATA PRESET Use to preset the time code data. To set, transmit the time data following this

command. Specify the time in order of hour, minute, second and frame, using two

digits for each item. When ENTER (40h) is transmitted before all digits have been

transmitted, the time code data can be specified by entering digits from the

uppermost digit.

Set the VCR’s [REMOTE] switch to “REMOTE”.

E1 TC UB DATA PRESET Use to preset the user bits.

E6 PREROLL TIME Use to set the preroll time. Specify this by transmitting 2-byte data following this

PRESET command. First byte for ten place and second byte for one place.

E7 TIMER MODE SELECT Use to select the counter mode. Following this command, send data (1 byte)

corresponding to the counter mode.

8E DATE PRESET Use to set the date. Following this command, send 6-byte numeric data. Specify the

month, day and year in order with two digits for each.

8F TIME PRESET Use to set the date. Following this command, send 6-byte numeric data. Specify the

hour, minute and second in order with two digits for each.

High Low Counter mode

1TC

(fixed)

2 CTL

5UB

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Contents of STATUS SENSE

When the STATUS SENSE (D7H) command is sent, the following data (5 bytes) is returned.

First byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 Always 1 6 Always 0 5 SHORT FF/REW During short FF or short REW 4 REC INHIBIT Recording is inhibited. 3 CASSETTE OUT There is no cassette loaded. 2 SERVO LOCK Servo is locked. 1 Undefined Always 0 0 ERROR An error has occurred.

Second byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 VIDEO EE Video output is EE. 6 AUD 1 EE Audio 1 output is EE. 5 VIDEO MUTE Always 0 4 AUD 1 MUTE Always 0 3 WARNING There is a problem with the

VCR.

2 DEW Condensation has formed in

the VCR. 1 TAPE BEGIN Short FF at the tape beginning 0 TAPE END Short REW at the tape end

Third byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 TIMER PLAY The [TIMER] switch is set to

“PLAY”.

6 TIMER REC The [TIMER] switch is set to

“REC”. 5 Unused Always 0 4 Unused Always 0 3 Unused Always 0 2 Unused Always 0 1 SEARCH MODE The VCR is in the Search mode 0 Unused Always 0

Fourth byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 PLAY MODE The VCR is playing back a tape. 6 FF MODE The VCR is fast-forwarding a

tape. 5 REW MODE The VCR is rewinding a tape. 4 STOP MODE The VCR is in the Stop mode. 3 STANDBY MODE The VCR is on standby. 2 EJECT A cassette is being ejected. 1 REC MODE The VCR is recording on a tape 0 Unused Unused

Fifth byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 PAUSE MODE The VCR temporarily stops. 6 Unused Always 0 5 SHUTTLE FWD The VCR is shuttle-searching

in the forward direction. 4 SHUTTLE REV The VCR is shuttle-searching

in the reverse direction. 3 SPEED CODE 3 Speed code 3 2 SPEED CODE 2 Speed code 2 1 SPEED CODE 1 Speed code 1 0 SPEED CODE 0 Speed code 0

Search speed table (corresponding speed only)

Search speed Speed code (bit No.)

32 1 0

STILL 0 0 0 0

0.1 0 0 1 0

0.2 0 0 1 1

0.3 0 1 0 0 10101 20110 50111

10 1 0 0 1

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Error-related commands

This command is returned when transmitted data cannot be received normally by the VCR. A command to release the error status is also available.

Command Description

02 ERROR: Returned when the VCR

receives an invalid command after the second byte of the transmitted command. In this case, even though commands are sent continuously, no commands can be accepted except STATUS SENSE. To release this error mode, send the following commands.

41 CLEAR ERROR: Clears the last

transmitted byte. Use this to release the error mode as well.

56 CLEAR: All commands are canceled.

This is also used to release the error mode.

0B NAK: Returned when the VCR receives

an undefined command for the first byte or a command specifying a function not available on the VCR. Releasing the error mode with the CLEAR command is not necessary. Just send a correct command.

Contents of JVC STATUS SENSE

When the STATUS SENSE (DDH) command is sent, the following data (4 bytes) is returned.

First byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 Always 1 6 Always 0 5 Unused Always 0 4 DMF Always 0 3 Unused Always 0 2 JVC TABLE 2 JVC TABLE 2 is effective. 1 JVC TABLE 1 JVC TABLE 1 is effective. 0 LOCAL The [REMOTE] switch is set to

“LOCAL”.

Second byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 TC GENERATOR The time code generator is in

the TCG mode.

6 USERS BIT The counter mode is set to the

UB mode.

5 TIME CODE The counter mode is set to the

TC mode.

4 CTL PULSE The counter mode is set to the

CTL mode.

3 CTL Always 0

interpolation

2 DROP FRAME

The current time code is set to the Drop Frame mode. (U MODEL)

ALWAYS 0 (E MODEL) 1 LTC Always 0 0 Unused

Third byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 TC REC RUN The TCG is set to the Rec Run

mode. 6 TC REGEN The TCG is set to the REGEN

mode. 5 TC EXTERNAL The TCG is set to the External

mode.

4 TC INSERT Always 0

LED

3 AUD 2 INSERT Always 0

LED

2 AUD 1 INSERT Always 0

LED

1 VIDEO INSERT Always 0

LED

0 ASSEM LED Assemble mode

Fourth byte

Bit No. Status When the bit is 1

7 TBC PWB IN Always 1 6 TC PWB IN Always 1 5

DA3 INSERT LED

Always 0

DA4 INSERT LED

Always 0 3 AUTO MODE Always 0 2 Unused Always 0 1 Unused Always 0 0 Unused Always 0

* Usage example of CLEAR ERROR Specify the cue-up point at 1:10:10:25.

As this data cannot be specified for the data following the CUE UP WITH DATA, correct the data.

TxD

RxD

CLEAR ERROR

Mis-input

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Menu switch setting command

ED MEMORY SW PRESET Use this command to change the VCR’s menu switches. Transmit the data (3 bytes) corresponding to the menu switch to be changed, following this command.

(e.g.) Set No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT SELECT> menu switch to “COMPONENT”.

As can be seen in the table on the right, the data corresponding to COMPONENT is DATA0 at 02, D2’s bit No. 5 at 1 and bit No. 4 at 0.

RXD 0AH

EDH

0AH

02H

0AH

Bit No. 7654321

1 0 : COMPONENT

DATA0Command

0AH

TXD

Menu switch check command

D3 MEMORY SW SENSE Use this command to check the VCR’s menu switch setting. Following this command, transmit the data (DATA0) corresponding to the menu switch to be checked. You can confir m the setting with the returned data (D1, D2).

(e.g.) Check the No. 108 <VIDEO INPUT SELECT> menu switch setting.

As can be seen in the table on the right, the data corresponding to DATA0 of the menu switch to be checked is 02. You can confirm the setting with the values for bit No. 5 and 4 of the D2 returned data.

RXD

02H03H

0AH

Bit No. 7654321

0 0 : LINE 0 1 : Y/C 1 0 : COMPONENT 1 1 : IEEE 1394

TXD

DATA0 D1/D2 Set value

Corresponding bit values

Menu switch No.

76543210

415 81 D2 FREE RUN 0

REC RUN 1

416 81 D2 DROP 0

NON DROP 1

460 78 D1 OFF 0

ON 1

500 01 D1 OFF 0

ON 1

501 82 D1 0 0 0 0 0

10001 20010 30011 40100 50101 60110 70111 81000

502 82 D1 0 0000

1 0001 2 0010 3 0011 4 0100 5 0101 6 0110 7 0111 8 1000 9 1001 10 1010 11 1011

504 82 D2 TIME 0 0

MODE+TIME 0 1

505 82 D2 OFF 0

ON 1

514 83 D2 DATE 0 0 0

CLOCK 0 0 1 DATE+CLOCK 0 1 0 TC 0 1 1

516 83 D2 TC 0

CLOCK 1

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DATA0 D1/D2 Set value

Corresponding bit values

Menu switch No.

76543210

002 01 D1 OFF 0

ON 1

003 01 D2 INTERNAL 0 0

EXTERNAL 0 1 VIDEO 1 0 AUTO 1 1

050 93 D2 IEEE1394 00010000

RC232C 00100000 IEEE1394+RS232C 00110000 RS422A 01000000 IEEE1394+RS422A 01010000 JVC BUS 10000000 JVC BUS+IEEE1394 10010000 JVC BUS+RS232C 10100000 JVC BUS+RS232C+1394 10110000 JVC BUS+RS422A 11000000 JVC BUS+RS422A+1394 11010000

052 93 D1 FIELD 0

FRAME 1

053 93 D1 STOP 0

STILL 1

054 93 D1 AUDIO MONITOR 0

VIDEO INPUT 1

108 02 D2 LINE 0 0

Y/C 0 1 COMPONENT 1 0 IEEE1394 1 1

109 02 D2 Y/C 0

COMPONENT 1

125 02 D2 OFF 0

ON 1

211 05 D1 L 0 1

R10 MIX 1 1

212 05 D1 OFF 0

ON 1

214 05 D1 OFF 0

ON 1

245 03 D2 32K 0 0

48K 0 1

311 10 D2 SHORT FF 0

PLAY 1

312 08 D1 OFF 0

ON 1

353 89 D1 0F 0 0 0

1F 001 2F 010 3F 011 4F 100 5F 101 6F 110 7F 111

360 90 D1 OFF 0

ON 1

362 90 D1 OFF 0 0

25MIN 0 1 55MIN 1 0 75MIN 1 1

363 90 D2 TYPE 1 0 0 0

TYPE 2 0 0 1 TYPE 3 0 1 0 TYPE 4 0 1 1 TYPE 5 1 0 0 TYPE 6 1 0 1 TYPE 7 1 1 0

396 91 D2 12V 0 0

13.2V 0 1

14.4V 1 0

397 91 D2 ENABLE 0

DISABLE 1

399 93 D1 FF/REW 0

SEARCH 1

413 81 D2 INTERNAL 0

EXTERNAL 1

414 81 D2 PRESET 0

REGEN 1

(U MODEL)

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13-1 Warning indicators

If the unit malfunctions during operation, the built-in self-diagnostics system identifies the problem and displays a warning message on the monitor and/or the counter display. Also, the [AUTO OFF] indicator may be shown on the LCD. In this case, turn the power off and then on again to restore operation. If the [AUTO OFF] indicator appears again, the VCR may require repair or adjustment. Consult your local JVC dealer. The VCR’s built-in microprocessor is susceptible to interference from externally generated noise or electro-magnetism. In this case, turn the main power (AC and DC power supplies) off, turn on again and check the operation.

On-screen display

Counter display

Error contents

Condensation on the drum.

Tape cannot be loaded.

• Tape cannot be unloaded.

• Tape is jammed.

The eject operation is abnormal.

The cassette housing is abnormal.

The tape is broken.

The tape is slack.

The tape end sensor is abnormal.

The tape beginning sensor is abnormal.

The drum rotation stops.

The capstan rotation stops.

Operation

• When a cassette is not loaded, the drum starts to rotate.

• When a cassette is loaded, the AUTO OFF mode is engaged and the operation stops.

Operation stops. No operations are possible.

Solution

Wait for the drum to stop rotating, then load a cassette.

Do not use the unit until the AUTO OFF mode is disengaged.

Turn the power on again. In some cases, the tape may be damaged, so use a different tape. If the problem persists, consult your JVC dealer.

CONDENSATION ON DRUM

The [DEW] indicator lights.

FAILURE LOADING

ERR3200

FAILURE UNLOADING

ERR3300

CASSETTE EJECT FAILURE

ERR4100

HOUSING FAILURE

ERR4200

TAPE DEFECTIVE

ERR5605

TAPE DEFECTIVE

ERR5607

END LEADER DETECTION

ERR5702

BEGIN LEADER DETECTION

ERR5802

DRUM MOTOR FAILURE

ERR7001

CAP MOTOR FAILURE

ERR7101

Solution

On-screen display Counter display

Operation

Operation stops. No operations are possible.

Operation continues.

Operation stops.

Operation continues.

Operation stops.

Operation continues.

Operation stops about 60 seconds after the fan motor stops (with the No. 397 <FAN STOP SHUTDOWN> menu switch set to “ENABLE”).

The operation continues.

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Turn the power on again. In some cases, the tape may be damaged, so use a different tape. If the problem persists, consult your JVC dealer.

Turn the power on again.

Use a tape recorded in the SP mode.

Set the safety slide to

“REC”. Copy-guarded signals cannot be recorded.

Input signals to the [DV IN/ OUT] connector. Copy-guarded signals cannot be recorded.

When the IEEE 1394 input is selected, the EE check cannot be performed.

Set the safety slide to

“REC”. Use a tape recorded at the 32 kHz sampling rate. Set the No. 245 <SAMPLING RATE> menu switch to “32K”. Audio dubbing cannot be performed on tapes recorded in the LP mode. Set the video input to a position other than

“DV IN”.



See “Audio dubbing” on

page 27.

Use a tape on which SSF data has been properly recorded.

Consult your nearest JVC dealer.

Clean with a dedicated head cleaning tape. Refer to page 7.

SUP REEL FAILURE

ERR7202~ 7203

TAKE UP REEL FAILURE

ERR7302~ 7303

SYSCON REF ERROR

ERR8400

PC TAPE INHIBIT

Pc7APE

LP INHIBIT

LPiNh

REC INHIBIT

REciNh

1394 INHIBIT

1394iNh

EE CHECK INHIBIT

EEiNh

AUDIO DUB INHIBIT

ADBiNh

SSF INHIBIT

SSFiNh

FAN MOTOR FAILURE

FAN STOP

HEAD CLOG

The supply reel rotation is abnormal.

The takeup reel rotation is abnormal.

System controller reference signal failure.

A data tape for personal computer is used.

A tape recorded in the LP mode is played back.

The cassette’s safety slide is set to “SAVE”. Copy-guarded signals are input.

No signal is input to the [DV IN/OUT] connector. Copy-guarded signals are input.

When the IEEE 1394 input is selected, the EE check is performed.

The cassette’s safety slide is set to “SAVE”. The tape was recorded with the 48 kHz sampling rate. The No. 245 <SAMPLING RATE> menu switch is set to “48K”. Audio dubbing was attempted on a tape recorded in the LP mode. The video input is set to

“DV

IN”.

SSF data error occurs.

The fan motor stops.

The video head is clogged.

Error contents

Use a tape on which NTSC (U MODEL), PAL (E MODEL) signals are recorded.

13-2 Other problems

Action

• Set the [REMOTE] switch to

“LOCAL”.

• Set the No. 002 <OPERATION LOCK>

menu switch to

“OFF”.

• Connect the monitor to the [MONITOR

OUT] connector.

• Set the No. 500 <ON SCREEN> menu switch to “ON”.

• Read the instructions on page 7 and clean the heads.

———

• Press the [MENU] button and restore the

normal mode.

• Read “Recording preparation

” on page 26

and check the setting.

Causes

• The [REMOTE] switch is set to “REMOTE”.

• The No. 002 <OPERATION LOCK> menu

switch is set to

“ON”.

• The monitor is not connected to the

[MONITOR OUT] connector.

• The No. 500 <ON SCREEN> menu switch is set to “OFF”.

• The heads are dirty.

• The counter does not run on a non-

recorded section of the tape.

• The menu switch setting mode is engaged.

• Check the input switch settings on the front panel or menu switch to ensure that they are correct.

Symptoms

The VCR’s controls are not functioning.

On-screen display does not come up.

Noise appears on parts of the playback picture.

Tape counter does not run.

The input video image is not output.

14-1 Optional equipment

SA-K46 RS-232C interface board

With this board connected to this unit and a personal computer, you can control the VCR from a personal computer. Use a reverse-type cable. For installation and uninstallation, consult your JVC dealer.

RM-G30 wired remote control

This remote control allows you to control all basic VCR operations such as PLAY, RECORD, PAUSE, FF, etc.

YC video cables

These cables are used to transmit YC video signals. The following types are available.

Types Input Output Length VC-G30 4-pin 4-pin 3 m VC-G50 4-pin 4-pin 5 m VC-G3030 4-pin 7-pin 3 m VC-G2030 7-pin 4-pin 3 m VC-G2050 7-pin 4-pin 5 m

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VC-G8030 remote extended cable

This extended cable is for use with the RM-G800 remote controllers. The cable length is 3 m.

15 SPECIFICATIONS

Audio input

Line : –8 dBs, 10 kΩ, unbalanced Mic : –67 dBs, 3 kΩ, unbalanced

Audio output

Line : –8 dBs, 1 kΩ, unbalanced Headphone : – infinity to –17 dBs, 8 Ω,

unbalanced

[Time code]

Input : 0 dBs ± 3 dBs, high impedance,

unbalanced

Output : 0 dBs ± 3 dBs, low impedance,

unbalanced

[DV interface]

Input/output : IEEE 1394

[Connectors]

RS-422 interface : D-sub 9-pin

JVC bus connector : DIN 12-pin

Accessories

AC cable x 1 Head cleaning tape x 1

Option

SA-K46U RS-232C interface board

Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

Dimensions (unit: mm)

General

Power requirements : AC 120 V (U MODEL), AC 220 V –

240 V (E MODEL), 50 Hz/60 Hz, DC 12 V (11 V to 17 V)

Power consumption :

30 W (U MODEL), 280 mA (E MODEL)

Dimensions : (W) 212 mm x (H) 88 mm x (D) 325 mm

(8-3/8" x 3-1/2" x 12-13/16")

Weight : Approx. 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs.)

Temperature

Operating : 5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F) Storage : –20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)

Humidity

Operating : 30% to 80% RH

Format : MiniDV for mat

Signal format : NTSC (U MODEL), PAL (E MODEL)

Usable tape : MiniDV tape

Tape width : 6.35 mm

Tape speed : 18.812 mm/s (SP mode) (U MODEL)

18.831 mm/s (SP mode) (E MODEL)

Record/play time : 60 minutes (with an M-DV60ME

tape, only in the SP mode)

FF/rewind time :

Within 120 s (with an M-DV60ME tape)

[Video]

Video signal recording format : 8-bit, 13.5 MHz, 4:1:1 component

recording (U MODEL) : 8-bit, 13.5 MHz, 4:2:0 component

recording (E MODEL)

Sampling frequency :

Y: 13.5 MHz, R-Y/B-Y: 3.375 MHz (U MODEL)

Video inputs

Analog composite : 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω Analog Y/C : Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω

C: 0.286 V (p-p), 75 Ω (Burst) (U MODEL) C: 0.3 V (p-p), 75 Ω (Burst) (E MODEL)

Analog component: Y: 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω

R-Y/B-Y: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω

External sync input : 1.0 V (p-p), 75 Ω

Video output

Analog composite : 1.0 V (p-p) (setup can be switched

ON/OFF with a menu switch [U

MODEL]), 75 Ω

Analog Y/C : Y: 1.0 V (p-p) (setup can be

switched ON/OFF with a menu

switch [U MODEL]), 75 Ω C: 0.286 V (p-p), 75 Ω (Burst) (U MODEL) C: 0.3 V (p-p), 75 Ω (Burst) (E MODEL)

Analog component : Y: 1.0 V (p-p) (setup can be

switched ON/OFF with a menu

switch [U MODEL]), 75 Ω R-Y/B-Y: 0.7 V (p-p), 75 Ω

Horizontal resolution : 500 lines or more

[Audio]

Audio signal recording format : 16-bit, 48 kHz for two channels or

12-bit, 32 kHz PCM for four channels

Frequency response : 20 Hz to 20 kHz (48 kHz, 16 bits)

PHONES

MIC

REMOTE

LOCAL

EJECT

OPERATE

REC LEVEL

CH-2/4

CH-1/3

SHIFT

SET

SELECT

SHIFT

HOLD SHIFT A. DUB

ADVANCE PRESET

REW STOP FF

REC PLAY

PAUSE

ON/OFF

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER BR-DV600UA

V.IN/A.MONI A.OUT COUNTER

DV CTL

TC UB

CH-1/2

CH-3/4

Y/C

(CPN)

LINE

MIX

325

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