JVC DR-MV4SUJ User Manual

DVD VIDEO RECORDER & VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

DR-MV4SUJ

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located on the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No.

Serial No.

LPT1059-001A

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SAFETY FIRST

Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC DVD video recorder & video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions to ensure safe use of your new unit.

Cautions

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.

WAR NING :

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

This unit should be used with AC 120Vd, 60Hz only.

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

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

TTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

CAUTION:

Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Use the conversion plug (provided) depending on the type of your AC WALL outlet.

CAUTION:

A UNIT IS A CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS UNIT USES A VISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THE UNIT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.

WHEN THIS UNIT IS PLUGGED INTO THE WALL OUTLET, DO NOT PLACE YOUR EYES CLOSE TO THE OPENING OF THE DISC TRAY AND OTHER OPENINGS TO LOOK INTO THE INSIDE OF THIS UNIT.

USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT REPRODUCTION OF LABELS

WARNING LABEL INSIDE OF THE UNIT

IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

TTENTION:

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this booklet for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization

(A)Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-

current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

(B)Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type

plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. Power Sources

Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

3. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

4. Power Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

5. Ventilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

● Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.

● Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

SAFETY FIRST

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ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2. Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

3. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

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SAFETY FIRST

USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

● Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

● Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

● Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

● Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deeppile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

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

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a. When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b. If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c. If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d. If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the

product to its normal operation. e. If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance—

this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

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

4. Safety Check

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

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

● All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of Contents

on page 6. Use this when searching for information on a specific procedure or feature.

● The Index on pages 12 – 14 illustrates the controls and connections

on the front and rear panel, the front display panel and the remote control.

● The list of terms on page 82 lists frequently-used terms, and the

number of the page on which they are used or explained in the manual.

● The 墌 mark signals a reference to another page for instructions or

related information.

● Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are clearly

indicated through the use of illustrations at the beginning of each major section.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW UNIT . . .

. . . please read the sections/literature listed below.

● “Cautions” on page 2

● “IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS” on pages 3 – 5

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: DR-MV4SU Trade Name: JVC Responsible Party: JVC Americas Corp. Address: 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N.J. 07470 Telephone Number:973-317-5000

This device complies with Part 15 of 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.

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.

● Manufactured under licence from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby” and double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

● “DTS” and “DTS Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

● This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home and other limited viewing users only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited.

SAFETY FIRST

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When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).

When discarding batteries, environmental problems must be considered and the local rules or laws governing the disposal of these batteries must be followed strictly.

Failure to heed the following precautions may result in damage to the unit, remote control or disc/cassette.

1. DO NOT

place the unit —

— in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or humidity. — in direct sunlight. — in a dusty environment. — in an environment where strong magnetic fields are generated. — on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.

2. DO NOT

block the unit’s ventilation openings or holes.

(If the ventilation openings or holes are blocked by a newspaper or cloth, etc., the heat may not be able to get out.)

3. DO NOT

4. DO NOT

place heavy objects on the unit or remote control. place anything which might spill on top of the unit

or remote control.

(If water or liquid is allowed to enter this equipment, fire or electric shock may be caused.)

5. DO NOT

6. DO NOT

expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing. use this equipment in a bathroom or places with

water. Also DO NOT place any containers filled with water or

liquids (such as cosmetics or medicines, flower vases, potted plants, cups, etc.) on top of this unit.

7. DO NOT

place any naked flame sources, such as lighted

candles, on the apparatus.

8. AVOID

violent shocks to the unit during transport.

MOISTURE CONDENSATION

Moisture in the air will condense on the unit when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely humid conditions—just as water droplets form on the surface of a glass filled with cold liquid. In conditions where condensation may occur, disconnect the unit’s power plug from the wall and keep it disconnected for a few hours to let the moisture dry, then turn on the unit.

TTENTION:

To mobile phone users:

Using a mobile phone in the vicinity of the unit may cause picture vibration on the TV screen or change the screen to a gray back display.

On placing the unit:

Some TVs or other appliances generate strong magnetic fields. Do not place such appliances on top of the unit as it may cause picture disturbance.

Contents

Enjoying your life with D

Enjoying your life with DVD

Beautiful images

Enjoy the vivid picture quality of DVD recording/playback.

Easy dubbing

With the simple operation, you can dub from DVD to tape or tape to DVD.

Beautif

CONTENTS

Read me first!

Safety first ........................................... 2

Disc information ................................. 8

Index ................................................. 12

Choose the disc type for recording from DVD-RAM, DVDRW and DVD-R.

3 types of DVD discs

Comfortable playback

Navigation function helps you to find the disc and program you want to watch.

Are you ready?

Get over it!

– connection – ................ 16

Initial settings .................................... 19

Let’s enjoy...

Basic playback .............. 26

Basic recording .............. 28

Timer recording ................................. 31

Editing ............................................... 36

Advanced playback ........................... 43

Advanced recording .......................... 57

Navigation (DVD deck only) ............. 60

Arrange your style

Remote control ................................. 68

System connections ........................... 69

Subsidiary settings ............................. 70

Need help?

Troubleshooting ................................. 76

List of terms ...................................... 82

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DISC INFORMATION

About Discs

Recordable/Playable Discs

You can use discs with the following logos for recording and playback.

DVD-RAM

12 cm: 4.7 GB/9.4 GB 8 cm: 1.4 GB/2.8 GB (VR mode) Ver. 2 .0 Ver. 2 .1 Ver. 2.1/3x speed Ver. 2.2/5x speed

DVD- RW

12 cm: 4.7 GB 8 cm: 1.4 GB (Video mode/VR mode) Ver. 1 .1 Ver. 1.1/2x speed Ver. 1.2/4x speed

DVD- R

12 cm: 4.7 GB 8 cm: 1.4 GB (Video mode) General Ver. 2.0 General Ver. 2.0/4x/8x/16x speed

● The above table is based on the information as of February 2004.

● Recording and playback may not be performed depending on the

characteristics and condition of the disc used, leading to unsatisfactory results. Using discs manufactured by JVC is recommended since they have been tested to be compatible with this unit.

DVD-RAM Discs

It is only possible to use discs which conform with DVD-RAM standard Version 2.0 or 2.1.

● It is impossible to record on DVD-RAM discs which do not conform to this standard. If you use a disc formatted under a different standard version, format it on this unit before use.

● It may not be possible to record, play back, edit or dub a DVD-RAM disc even if it conforms to the standard if it was recorded or edited on the devices from other manufacturers or on a PC, or if it has far too many titles, or if there is very little available capacity remaining on the disc.

● DVD-RAM discs recorded on this unit cannot be played back on an incompatible DVD player.

● It is possible to record copy-once programs of digital broadcasts only onto 4.7/9.4 GB DVD-RAM discs (2.8 GB DVD-RAM discs are not compatible).

DVD-R/RW Discs

It is only possible to use DVD-R discs which conform with DVD-R standard Version 2.0. When a DVD-R/RW disc (Video mode) is finalized (墌 pg. 75), it can be played back on a standard DVD player as a DVD VIDEO disc. When a DVD-RW disc (VR mode) is finalized (墌 pg. 75), it can be played back on a standard DVD player compatible with the VR mode of DVD-RW discs.

Before finalizing —

— it is possible to record on unrecorded areas of the disc, edit the disc title and program titles, and delete programs.

● It is impossible to record or edit DVD-R/RW discs recorded on other devices even if they have not been finalized.

● It is impossible to overwrite recorded areas of DVD-R discs.

● Available recording capacity does not increase even if a recorded

program is deleted from a DVD-R disc.

After finalizing —

After a DVD-R/RW disc (Video mode) has been finalized, it is possible to play back the recorded programs (video and/or audio) on a standard DVD video player as a DVDVIDEO disc.

● Edited titles are displayed as the “DVD menu” in video mode.

● It is impossible to record, edit or delete the data either in video mode or in VR mode.

● Either in video mode or in VR mode, although the disc can be played back on DVD players from other manufacturers, sometimes it may not be possible to play back depending on the disc and recording conditions.

● It is impossible to record on CD-R/RW or DVD-R discs used for authoring.

● It is impossible to record onto DVD-R/RW (Video mode) discs broadcasts that allow you to copy once. The copy-once programs can only be recorded onto DVD-RW discs formatted in VR mode.

NOTE:

The following may result if you play back a DVD-R disc recorded on another unit.

● The disc does not play.

● A mosaic pattern (block noise) appears on the screen.

● Video or audio may be dropped out.

● The unit stops during playback.

Discs For Playback Only

You can use discs with the following logos for playback only.

DVD VIDEO Video CD/Super Video CD

(example of region code indications)

Audio CD

CD-DA files

CD-RW*

CD-DA/JPEG/ MP3 files

● Playback may not be performed depending on the characteristics and condition of the disc used.

● DTS Audio CDs can also be played back (An optional DTS decoder is required).

● MP3 and JPEG discs can be played back on this unit only when they have been recorded in the ISO9660 or Joliet format and finalized.

● JPEG files that can be played back on this unit must conform to JFIF/ Baseline process, and the maximum resolution of a JPEG file is 2,812 x 2,112 pixels.

● CD-R/RW discs recorded in music CD format need to be finalized to play back on this unit.

● Operation and audio quality of this unit are not guaranteed for discs that do not conform to the Compact Disc specification (CD-DA). Before you play back a CD, check for the CD logo and read the notes on the package to confirm that it conforms to the Compact Disc specification.

● Depending on the intentions of the author of the software, recording conditions of DVD discs and Video CD discs may be restricted. Since this unit plays back discs according to the intentions of the author of the software as indicated on the disc, some functions may not operate as commanded.

● When switching from the first layer to the second layer of doublelayered DVD VIDEO discs, the image and sound may be momentarily distorted. This is not a malfunction.

CD-R

CD-DA/JPEG/ MP3 files

CD-ROM*

JPEG/MP3 files

● DVD-AUDIO discs compatible with DVD video players can be played.

● Super Audio CDs (SACD) compatible with conventional CD players

can be played.

● It is possible to play back finalized +R/+RW (Video mode only) discs. “DVD” lights on the front display panel when a +R/+RW disc is loaded. However, the use of +R double layer disc on this unit may not be recommended.

Unplayable Discs

The following types of discs cannot be played using this unit. Do not attempt to play back any kind of disc that is damaged (cracked, warped, or repaired with adhesive tape) or discs in unusual shapes (heart-shaped, octagonal, or other forms). If such discs are accidentally played back, it may cause noise that can lead to speaker damage.

● CD-ROM discs (including PHOTO-CD and CD-G)

● Discs recorded in Packet Write (UDF) format

● 1.3-GB double density CDs (DDCD)

● High density CDs (HDCD)

The following discs also cannot be played back.

● Discs of a region number other than “1”

● DVD-RAM (2.6 GB/5.2 GB)

● DVD-RAM (TYPE1)

Caution for DualDisc playback

The Non-DVD side of a “DualDisc” does not comply with the “Compact Disc Digital Audio” standard. Therefore, the use of Non-DVD side of a DualDisc on this product may not be recommended.

Region Number

The world is divided into 6 regions for DVDVIDEO discs. DVDVIDEO discs are assigned a region number to indicate which region they may be played back in. A disc cannot be played back on this unit unless the region number of the disc matches that of the unit. The region number for this unit is “1”. Only discs whose region number includes “1” or “ALL” can be played back such as shown below.

Examples of DVD VIDEO labels which can be played back using this unit.

Marks of discs in this instruction manual

Allows operation with a DVD-RAM disc.

Allows operation with a DVD-R disc.

Allows operation with a DVD-RW disc.

Allows operation with a DVDVIDEO disc.

Allows operation with a Video CD/Super Video CD (SVCD) disc.

Allows operation with an Audio CD disc.

Allows operation with a disc including MP3 files.

Allows operation with a disc including JPEG files.

DISC INFORMATION

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Recording Medium And Format

DVD-RAM

● Recording and erasing can be performed as many times as possible on a disc.

● Editing can be performed after recording, such as deleting unwanted parts.

● While recording, it is possible not only to start playback of a program currently being recorded, but also to watch another program previously recorded.

DVD-RW (VR mode)

● Recording and erasing can be performed as many times as possible on a disc.

● Editing can be performed after recording, such as deleting unwanted parts.

DVD-RW (Video mode)

● Can be played back on other DVD players after finalizing.

● New recording can be performed by erasing all the data on a disc

once played back.

DVD-R

● Can be played back on other DVD players after finalizing.

● Suitable when keeping a recorded disc for a long time.

File Structure Of Discs

DVD VIDEO

Typically, DVD VIDEO discs are made up of larger units called “titles”. Each title has a number (title number) that can be used to select desired titles. Titles are further divided into units called “chapters”. Each chapter has a number (chapter number) that can also be used to select desired chapters. Note that some discs are not divided into titles and chapters.

When you record a program on a DVD-RAM/RW (VR mode) disc

A single recording session results in a single title (a single chapter). However, chapter marks are automatically inserted when recording is paused, or audio changes from monaural to stereo due to commercial breaks, etc. It is also possible to insert chapter marks at desired locations during playback. (墌 pg. 45)

When you record a program on a DVD-R/RW (Video mode) disc

A single recording session results in a single title (a single chapter). However, chapter marks are automatically inserted when recording is paused, or audio changes due to commercial breaks, etc. It is also possible to insert chapter marks at desired locations during either recording or playback. Once the disc has been finalized, these chapter marks are deleted and new chapter marks are assigned automatically approximately every 5 minutes.

DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R or DVD VIDEO disc

Title 1 Title 2

Chapter 1 Chapter 2

● In Video mode, even before finalizing, it is impossible to perform editing operations other than changing the disc name and/or title names and deleting programs and/or titles.

● After finalizing, it is impossible to perform editing operations.

Chapter 3

Chapter 1

Chapter 2

Chapter 3

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DISC INFORMATION

Audio CD/Video CD

Typically, Audio CD discs are divided into separate tracks each containing one song. Each track is assigned a number. For example, the third track is Track 3. The same is true for Video CD discs. However, some discs are not divided into tracks.

Audio CD or Video CD

Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4

JPEG/MP3 Disc (CD-R/RW/ROM)

MP3/JPEG files put in directories nested in several levels on a disc will be organized as if they were put in single level directories (groups) by the MP3/JPEG Navigation of this unit. (墌 pg. 66)

File structure of a disc before starting the MP3/JPEG Navigation

Directory MP3 file JPEG file

File structure of the disc after starting the MP3/JPEG Navigation

Files are automatically grouped as follows and displayed on the MP3/JPEG Navigation screen. Data is displayed in the alphabetical order of file name. Files are grouped based on roots.

DVD VIDEO Marks

Sometimes marks are printed on a DVD disc and/or on its packaging to indicate information regarding the contents and functions of the disc. Check the marks indicating the contents and functions of the disc. Note, however, that in some cases a disc may not include a mark even for a function it supports.

Marks related to video

Number of subtitles Number of angles

Recorded under the standard 4:3 aspect ratio

Video playback is in Wide video mode (16:9) on wide televisions, but in letter box on televisions with standard 4:3 aspect ratio.

Video playback is in Wide video mode (16:9) on wide televisions, but pan and scan is used on televisions with standard 4:3 aspect ratio (either the left or right side of the image is cut-out).

Marks related to audio

Number of audio tracks

Dolby Digital mark It has been developed by Dolby Laboratories as a digital surround system.

DTS (Digital Theater Systems) You can enjoy DTS audio if you connect an amplifier with a built-in DTS decoder to the [DIGITAL AUDIO OUT] connector of the unit.

Screen includes black bands at the top and the bottom of image which has a standard 4:3 aspect ratio (letter box)

● This unit can recognize up to 9 hierarchies including directories and files. Also, it can recognize up to 250 files in each group, and up to 99 groups on a disc.

NOTES:

● Video CD discs that support Playback Control (PBC)

The contents of a disc are recorded into several hierarchies, and played back according to the instructions on the screen while navigating through the hierarchies. It is also possible to playback recorded tracks consecutively without activating the PBC function even when playing a PBC-compatible disc. (

● Regarding the contents recorded on discs

Some files may not be played back depending on the file types and other factors.

墌 pg. 46)

DISC INFORMATION

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Placing A Disc

1 Opening the disc tray

Press x (OPEN/CLOSE) to open the disc tray.

DVDVHS

ONE‑TOUCHEXPERTDUB

VHS/DVD

VHS DVDDUBBING

REC

● Pressing the button again closes the disc tray.

● Use the button to open and close the disc tray.

● Do not block the disc tray with your hand while it is opening or closing

as this may result in hardware failure.

● Do not place unplayable discs or any object other than a disc on the disc tray.

● Do not press down strongly on the disc tray or place any heavy objects on it.

2 Place the disc.

Place the disc on the disc tray with the label side facing up.

● Since disc size changes depending on the disc to be played back, be sure to correctly align the disc with the grooves for its size. If the disc is not in its groove, it may be scratched or otherwise damaged.

● To insert an 8 cm disc, place it according to the inner groove.

Disc tray

Tray Lock (DVD Deck Only)

You can lock the disc tray to prohibit the unwanted disc ejection by children.

● Turn off the unit.

STANDBY/ON

S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

DVD

DVDVHS

F−1

(MONO)

ONE‑TOUCHEXPERTDUB

VHS/DVD

VHS DVDDUBBING

REC

Care And Handling Of Discs

How to handle discs

When handling a disc, do not touch the surface of the disc. Since discs are made of plastic, they are easily damaged. If a disc gets dirty, dusty, scratched or warped, the images and sound will not be picked up correctly, and such a disc may cause the unit to malfunction.

Label side

Do not damage the label side, stick paper to or use any adhesives on its surface.

Recording side

Make sure that discs are not scratched and dirty on the recording side before use. Scratches and dirt on the recording side of a disc may hinder proper playback and recording.

Storage

Make sure that discs are kept in their cases. If discs are piled on top of one another without their protective cases, they can be damaged. Do not put discs in a location where they may be exposed to direct sunlight, or in a place where the humidity or temperature is high. Avoid leaving discs in your car!

Maintenance of discs

If there are fingerprints or other dirt adhering to a disc, wipe with a soft dry cloth, moving from the centre outwards. If a disc is difficult to clean, wipe with a cloth moistened with water. Never use record cleaners, petrol, alcohol or any anti-static agents.

CAUTION:

Sometimes during playback, noise may appear or images may be garbled. This is sometimes due to the disc. (It may not be up to industry standards.) These symptoms are caused by the discs, not by the malfunction of the unit.

To lock tray While the unit is turned off, press and hold 8, then press x (OPEN/CLOSE) on the unit. “LOCK” appears on the front display

panel and the disc tray is locked.

To unlock tray While the unit is turned off, press and hold 8, then press x (OPEN/CLOSE) on the unit. “UNLOCK” appears on the front

display panel.

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INDEX

Front View

STANDBY/ON

S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

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A Eject Button (x (EJECT)) 墌 pg. 27 B Cassette Loading Slot C VHS Lamp (VHS) D DVD Lamp (DVD) E Open/Close Button (x (OPEN/CLOSE)) F Reverse Search Button (3) (DVD deck)

Rewind Button (3) (VHS deck)

G Forward Search Button (5) (DVD deck)

Fast Forward Button (5) (VHS deck)

H Stop Button (8)

墌 pg. 27 墌 pg. 26

墌 pg. 11

墌 pg. 43, 50

墌 pg. 55

墌 pg. 43, 50

墌 pg. 55

墌 pg. 26, 27

I Disc Tray J Play Button (4) 墌 pg. 26, 27 K Pause Button (9) L Record Button (7)

墌 pg. 26, 55

墌 pg. 28, 30

M Standby/On Button (STANDBY/ON 1) N S-video Input Connector (S-VIDEO) (DVD deck only)

墌 pg. 40

O Video/Audio Input Connectors

(VIDEO/AUDIO ((MONO) L/R))

墌 pg. 40

DVDVHS

FEGHIJ

VHS/DVD

VHS DVDDUBBING

P Front Display Panel



墌 pg. 13

K LBA

REC

Q Infrared Beam Receiving Window R VHS/DVD Select Button* (VHS/DVD)

* This button will not function during navigation mode or set up mode.

墌 pg. 26, 27

S Dubbing Button (DUBBING) 墌 pg.37–39

Dubbing Direction Buttons (VHS]/}DVD)

墌 pg. 36 –

T Channel Buttons (CH +/–)

To access covered connectors, push and open the connector cover.

墌 pg. 28, 30

STANDBY/ON

PUSH-OPEN

Rear View

AEFCDB

A Region Number Label 墌 pg. 9 B AC Power Cord C Cooling Fan

● This prevents the temperature from rising inside the unit. Do not remove it.

● Install the unit so as not to block the area around the fan.

● The cooling fan on the rear of the unit may be activated even if

the unit is turned off in the following cases;

— In the Automatic Satellite Program Recording standby mode

(墌 pg. 35)

— when “AUTO CLOCK ” is set to “ON” (墌 pg. 21)

(Set “AUTO CLOCK ” to “OFF” if you mind the noise of the fan.)

D Component Video Output Connectors (COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT (Y/P

● This component video output enables you to watch the images on the VHS deck in Progressive scan mode, refer to “VHS Progressive Scan” (

墌 pg. 16

B/PR)) 墌 pg. 16

墌 pg. 56).

COMPONENT

VIDEO OUT

DVD

AUDIO OUT

COAXIAL

OUTPUT

INPUT L-1

S VIDEO S VIDEO

DVDDVD

DIGITAL

PCM/ STREAM

VIDEO

AUDIO

OUTPUT

DVD /

VIDEO

AUDIO

VIDEO

VCR

AUDIO

VHF/UHF DVD / VCR

OUT

E S-video/Video/Audio Output Connectors (S VIDEO/

VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT) (DVD deck only)

墌 pg. 16

F S-video Input Connector (S VIDEO INPUT (L-1)) (DVD

deck only) 墌 pg. 41

G Video/Audio Output Connectors (VIDEO/AUDIO

OUTPUT)

H Antenna Input Connector (VHF/UHF IN)

墌 pg. 41

墌 pg. 16

I Digital Audio Output Connectors

(DIGITAL AUDIO OUT (COAXIAL)) (DVD deck only)

墌 pg. 42, 69

J Video/Audio Input Connectors (VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT

(L-1))

K Antenna Output Connector (VHF/UHF OUT)

墌 pg. 41

墌 pg. 16

Front Display Panel

INDEX

EN 13

AB ED K LCGFH

LPCM FR XP SP LP EP

RW VCD

VHS DVDVR-

A Disc Type Indicator

When a disc is loaded, the type of the disc is indicated.

Disc Status Indicator

When a disc is running, the disc marks rotate. During High-Speed Search: Rotate faster than normal playback. During Slow Motion: Rotate slower than normal playback. While recording/dubbing: Inner red ring lights. During Timer

Recording, inner red ring slowly

blinks. While playing back: Outside ring lights. While paused: Disc marks blink when either

recording or playing back. While stopped: Disc marks all light. While resume stopped: Disc marks all blink. While the disc tray opened: Disc marks all light out. No disc on the disc tray: Disc marks all light out.

VR Mode Indicator (VR) 墌 pg. 9, 74

Lights when a DVD-RW disc is formatted in VR mode.

B Linear PCM Indicator (LPCM)

Lights when “XP MODE REC AUDIO” is set to “LINEAR PCM” (墌 pg. 71) for recording with DVD-RAM, DVD-R and DVD-RW discs, and when Linear PCM audio is played.

C Cassette Loaded Mark ( )

Indicates the present of a cassette in the VHS deck. Lights when a cassette is loaded into the VHS deck. Blinks when the end of the tape has been reached during timer recording, or when the unit is in timer recording standby mode with a cassette without record safety tab inserted.

D VHS Timer Indicator ( )

Lights when the VHS deck is in the timer recording standby mode or when timer recording is in progress. Blinks rapidly when TIMER# is pressed under the following conditions:

● Clock is not set.

● Timer programing has not been set.

● Cassette is not loaded.

● Timer recording standby mode with a cassette without safety tab

inserted.

● Tape end is reached during time recording.

E Recording Mode Indicator (XP/SP/LP/EP/FR) 墌 pg. 29

Blinks when recording mode is being set. While “FR” lights up, the left 3 digits of the Multi Display (P Q) indicate setting values ranging from “60” to “480”. After the value has been set, only “FR” lights.

F Group/Title Indicator (GRP/TITLE)

“GRP” or “TITLE” lights depending on a disc loaded while the left 2 digits of the Multi Display (P) indicate the numbers explained below. “GRP”: Total number of groups or group number being played

back are displayed on the Multi Display.

“TITLE”: Total number of titles or title number being played back

are displayed on the Multi Display.

G Channel/Recording Mode Indicator

Indicates the channel received. Or the recording mode (SP, EP) of the VHS deck. (墌 pg. 30)

RAM

PQ R S

H Track/Chapter Indicator (TRK/CHAP)

“TRK” or “CHAP” lights depending on a disc loaded while the 3rd and 4th digits from the left of the Multi Display (Q) indicate the numbers explained below. “TRK”: Total number of tracks or track number being played

“CHAP”: Chapter number being played back are displayed on the

I Random/Program Playback Mode Indicator (RND/

PRGM)

“RND”: Lights when Random Playback mode is set. “PRGM”: Lights when Program Playback mode is set.

J Repeat Mode Indicator ( /1/A–B) 墌 pg. 52

Select Repeat Playback mode on the on-screen bar. “ ”: Whole disc is played back repeatedly.

“ 1”: A single title/chapter/track is played back repeatedly. “ A–B”: The selected part (A–B) is played back repeatedly. No display: Repeat Playback mode is off.

K Indicator 墌 pg. 32

Lights when a disc set up for On-Disc Timer Programing is loaded.

L DVD Timer Indicator ( )

Lights when the DVD deck is in the timer recording standby mode or when timer recording is in progress. Blinks when rapidly when TIMER# is pressed under the following conditions:

● Clock is not set.

● Timer programing has not been set.

● Disc is not loaded.

● Timer recording standby mode with a non recordable disc.

M VHS Indicator 墌 pg. 27

Lights when VHS mode has been selected, during recording or when tapes recorded in VHS format are played back.

N Video Output Indicator ( ) 墌 pg. 72

No display: Indicates that interlace mode is engaged.

(Example) lights when video output mode is in progressive mode.

O Group/Title Number Display (DVD deck)

Index Number Display (VHS deck)

P Track/Chapter Number Display Q Remaining Time/Elapsed Time Indicator

Lights when remaining time of DVD-RAM, DVD-R and DVD-RW discs is displayed, and lights out when elapsed time is displayed. The right 6 digits of the Multi Display (S) indicate elapsed or remaining time of each track. No display: Indicates elapsed time of the disc. Displayed: Indicates remaining time of the disc.

R Remaining Time/Elapsed Time Display 墌 pg. 45, 57

Audio Mode Display (VHS deck only)

The left 3 digits of Multi Display (S) indicate the audio mode.

S Multi Display

Displays clock, received channel, elapsed time, and remaining time. Also displays status of the unit (NO DISC/OPEN/CLOSE/ READING).

back are displayed on the Multi Display.

Multi Display.

墌 pg. 54

: Indicates that progressive mode is engaged.

墌 pg. 55

墌 pg. 45, 57

墌 pg. 56

14 EN

INDEX

Remote Control

A B

C D

U V

a H I

c J

d K

L M

P Q R S

n T

A Open/Close Button (x (OPEN/CLOSE)) 墌 pg. 11, 26 B Eject Button (x (EJECT)) C VHS Button*

* This button will not function during navigation mode or set up mode.

D DVD Button* 墌 pg. 26

* This button will not function during navigation mode or set up mode.

E Number Buttons 墌 pg. 22, 28, 30, 62 F Cancel Button (CANCEL)

Counter Reset Button (C.RESET)

G Auxiliary Button (AUX) H Programing Button (PROG) 墌 pg. 31, 32, 34 I Top Menu Button (TOP MENU) J rt w e Buttons K Menu Button (MENU) L Reverse Skip Button (2)

Previous Button

墌 pg. 27

墌 pg. 20

墌 pg. 46

墌 pg. 27

墌 pg. 54

墌 pg. 59

墌 pg. 43

墌 pg. 43, 45, 50

M Reverse Search Button (3) (DVD deck) 墌 pg. 43, 50

Rewind Button (3) (VHS deck) Reverse Slow Button (SLOW –)

N Stop Button (8)

Clear Button (CLEAR

O Record Button (7) P Recording Mode Button (REC MODE)

Remain Button (REMAIN)

Q On-Screen Button (ON SCREEN) R Display Button (DISPLAY) S Audio Button (AUDIO) T TV Channel Buttons U DVD Standby/On Button (DVD STANDBY/ON 1) V TV Standby/On Button (TV STANDBY/ON 1) 墌 pg. 68 W TV Input Button (TV INPUT) X TV Volume Buttons (TV VOL +/–) Y DVD Channel Buttons (CH +/–)

Page Buttons

Z Memo Button (MEMO)

Mark Button (MARK)

a Timer Button (TIMER #) b Automatic Satellite Program Recording Button (REC

LINK)

墌 pg. 35

c Navigation Button (NAVIGATION) d Enter Button (ENTER) e Return Button (RETURN) f Forward Skip Button (6)

Next Button

g Play Button (4) h Forward Search Button (5) (DVD deck)

Fast Forward Button (5) (VHS deck) Forward Slow Button (SLOW +)

i Pause Button (9) j Skip Search Button ( ) k One Touch Replay Button ( ) l Angle Button (ANGLE) (DVD deck only)

Live Check Button (LIVE CHECK)

m Subtitle Button (SUBTITLE) n Set Up Button (SET UP) o Progressive Scan Button (PROGRESSIVE SCAN)

墌 pg. 56, 72

How To Use

Before use, insert two AA size batteries into the remote control with the polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery compartment or on the lid.

The remote control can operate most of your unit’s functions, as well as basic functions of TV sets of JVC and other brands. (墌 pg. 68)

● Point the remote control toward the receiving window.

● The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about

8m.

NOTE:

If the remote control doesn’t work properly, remove its batteries, wait a short time, replace the batteries and then try again.

墌 pg. 26, 27

) 墌 pg. 54

墌 pg. 28, 30

墌 pg. 46

墌 pg. 59, 68

墌 pg. 61, 64, 65

墌 pg. 61, 64

墌 pg. 45

墌 pg. 31, 32

墌 pg. 20

墌 pg. 46, 53

墌 pg. 46

墌 pg. 26, 27

墌 pg. 26, 55

墌 pg. 44, 50

墌 pg. 20

墌 pg. 55

墌 pg. 44

墌 pg. 28, 30

墌 pg. 45, 57

墌 pg. 15, 51

墌 pg. 45, 57

墌 pg. 57, 59

墌 pg. 68

墌 pg. 28, 30

墌 pg. 60

墌 pg. 43, 45, 50

墌 pg. 43, 50

墌 pg. 55

墌 pg. 44

墌 pg. 50

墌 pg. 45

墌 pg. 50

墌 pg. 45

On-Screen Display (DVD deck only)

F G

D E HF G

When “SUPERIMPOSE” is set to “AUTO” and ON SCREEN on the remote control is pressed, various operational indicators appear on the TV screen. To clear the operational indicators, press ON SCREEN twice.

When playing back a recorded title

A CB D E

TITLE1

TITLE14

EACH

CHAPTER1

0:01:08

CHAPTER1

0:01:23

STEREO

6:04PM

CH 95

DVD-VIDEO

LPCM 2ch

A Disc type B Audio mode C Current status (playback) D Playback title number E Playback chapter number F Current playback point G Elapsed playing time

When recording

A B C

DVD-RW/VR

INDEX

When using Live Memory playback

A B

TITLE2TITLE2 0:12:27

DVD-RAM

EACH

CHAPTER1

0:13:34

6:36PM

STEREO

D GE F

A Disc type B Current time C Bar meter for recording/playback D Recording mode E Current playback time/Elapsed recording time F Audio mode G Recording channel number

NOTE:

The on-screen display for VHS deck does not appear.

EN 15

CH 10

A Disc type B Recording mode C Current time D Recording point E Current status (recording) F Elapsed recording time G Audio mode H Recording channel number

When pressing REC MODE

(Appears for eight seconds.)

REC QUALITY

XP:

SP:

LP : EP: FR:

RECORDABLE TIME

1:00

2:00

4:01 6:03 2:31 (FR150)

A Recording mode B Remaining disc time for each recording speed

During Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

TITLE13

CHAPTER1

0:13

ITR

A Record remaining time

16 EN

GET OVER IT! – CONNECTION –

Connections

It’s essential that your unit be properly connected.

THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.

Connect the unit to a TV depending on the TV and cables you use.

● (墌 pg. 16, “Composite Connection (Without Cable Box Or DBS Receiver)”)

● (墌 pg. 17, “Composite Connection (With Cable Box Or DBS Receiver)”)

● (墌 pg. 18, “Component Video Connection”)

Composite Connection (Without Cable Box Or DBS Receiver)

Antenna or Cable

Coaxial cable

Flat feeder

Matching transformer (not supplied)

AC outlet

AC power cord

RF cable (not supplied)

To [VHF/UHF

IN]

1 Disconnect the antenna from the TV. 2 Connect the antenna to the [VHF/UHF IN] connector

on the rear panel of the unit.

3 Connect the supplied RF cable between the [VHF/

UHF OUT] connector on the rear panel of the unit and the TV’s antenna terminal.

4 Connect the supplied audio/video cable between the

[VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT (DVD/VCR)] connectors on the unit and the TV’s audio/video input connectors.

5 Plug the end of the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

This unit performs Plug & Play Set automatically. (墌 pg. 19)

● The clock and tuner channels will automatically be set when the antenna is connected and when the AC power cord is first connected to an AC outlet. (If “AUTO” and the channel indicator are displayed on the front display panel before the unit is powered on, the clock and tuner channels are being set automatically. Wait for the time to be displayed on the front display panel before turning on the unit.)

● “LOADING” blinks on the front display panel when the AC plug of the AC power cord is connected into an AC outlet and it takes approximately 50 seconds for the unit to be turned on. This is not a malfunction.

NOTE:

You cannot view images received by this unit on channel 3 or 4.

Back of unit

To component video

input connectors

To [VIDEO/

AUDIO

OUTPUT

(DVD/VCR)]

Audio/video cable

(supplied)

To audio/

video input

connectors

To 75 ohm terminal

To [V HF / UHF OUT]

RF cable (supplied)

Composite Connection (With Cable Box Or DBS Receiver)

Coaxial cable

Flat feeder

Antenna or Cable

GET OVER IT! – CONNECTION –

EN 17

RF cable (not supplied)

To antenna

input connector

Back of cable box or DBS receiver

Matching transformer (not supplied)

Audio/video

cable

(not supplied)

To audio/video output connectors

To antenna output connector

RF cable

(not supplied)

AC outlet

Back of unit

To [VHF/UHF IN]

To [VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT (DVD/VCR)]

AC power cord

AUDIO OUTPUT

To audio/video input

To [VIDEO/

(DVD/VCR)]

Audio/video cable

(supplied)

connectors

To [VHF/UHF OUT]

RF cable (supplied)

To 75 ohm terminal

1 Disconnect the antenna from the TV. 2 Connect the antenna to the antenna input connector

on the cable box or DBS receiver.

3 Connect the RF cable between the unit’s [VHF/UHF

IN] connector to the antenna output connector on the cable box or DBS receiver.

4 Connect the supplied RF cable between the [VHF/

UHF OUT] connector on the rear panel of the unit and the TV’s antenna terminal.

5 Connect the supplied audio/video cable between the

[VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT (DVD/VCR)] connectors on the unit and the TV’s audio/video input connectors.

NOTE:

If your TV is compatible with S-VIDEO signals, connect the unit’s [S VIDEO OUTPUT] connector to the TV’s S-VIDEO input connector.

● You can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures.

● If your TV is not stereo-capable, use the unit’s [AUDIO OUTPUT]

connectors to connect to an audio amplifier for Hi-Fi stereo sound reproduction.

6 Connect the audio/video cable between the [VIDEO/

AUDIO INPUT (DVD/VCR)] connectors on the unit and the audio/video output connectors on the cable box or DBS receiver.

7 Plug the end of the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

This unit performs Plug & Play Set automatically. (墌 pg. 19)

18 EN

GET OVER IT! – CONNECTION –

Component Video Connection

Antenna or Cable

Coaxial cable

Flat feeder

RF cable (not supplied)

To antenna input

connector

Back of cable box or DBS receiver

Matching transformer (not supplied)

Audio/video

cable

(not supplied)

To audio/video output connectors

To antenna output connector

(not supplied)

AC outlet

RF cable

Component video cable

(not supplied)

To [VIDEO/AUDIO INPUT (DVD/VCR)]

AC power cord

To [COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/ P

B/PR

)]

To [VHF/UHF IN]

To component video

input connector

AUDIO OUTPUT

To audio/video input

To [VIDEO/

(DVD/VCR)]

Audio/video cable

(supplied)

connectors

Back of unit

To [VHF/UHF OUT]

RF cable (supplied)

To 75 ohm terminal

1 Disconnect the antenna from the TV. 2 Connect the antenna to the antenna input connector

on the cable box or DBS receiver.

3 Connect the RF cable between the unit’s [VHF/UHF

IN] connector to the antenna output connector on the cable box or DBS receiver.

4 Connect the supplied RF cable between the [VHF/

UHF OUT] connector on the rear panel of the unit and the TV’s antenna terminal.

5 Connect the supplied audio/video cable between the

[VIDEO/AUDIO OUTPUT (DVD/VCR)] connectors on the unit and the TV’s audio/video input connectors.

6 Connect the audio/video cable between the [VIDEO/

AUDIO INPUT (DVD/VCR)] connectors on the unit and the audio/video output connectors on the cable box or DBS receiver.

7 Connect the unit’s [COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (Y/

PB/PR)] connectors to the TV’s component video input connectors.

● You can obtain high-quality component video pictures.

● If your TV is not stereo-capable, use the unit’s [AUDIO OUTPUT]

connectors to connect to an audio amplifier for Hi-Fi stereo sound reproduction.

● By using the component video connection, you can view the images in the progressive mode. For switching to the progressive mode, refer to “Scan Mode Set” (墌 pg. 72).

8 Plug the end of the AC power cord into an AC outlet.

This unit performs Plug & Play Set automatically.

墌 pg. 19)

(

NOTE:

When watching the images on the VHS deck with this connection, set to the progressive scan mode. (墌 pg. 56, “VHS Progressive Scan”)

Plug & Play Set

Auto Clock Set/Auto Tuner Set

This unit sets the clock and tuner channels automatically when AC power cord is first connected to an AC outlet. The antenna cable must be connected for the Plug & Play setting. The time and date can be set automatically by the clock setting data transmitted from one of the regular TV broadcast channels. We call this TV channel the “host channel” and it is a PBS channel in your area.

TTENTION:

● If you use a cable box, Plug&Play will not function; set the clock and tuner channels separately. (墌 pg. 21 – 22)

● Depending on areas or reception conditions, the unit may not receive the Auto clock setting data from the PBS channel. If this function is taking a considerable amount of time, it may be necessary to perform the Semiauto or Manual Clock Set procedure.

INITIAL SETTINGS

EN 19

1 Connect the antenna cable to the unit. (墌 pg. 16 – 18) Then

connect the AC power cord to an AC outlet. Do not turn on the unit. The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically.

NOTES:

● Auto Clock Set is performed first. “AUTO” blinks on the front display panel during Auto Clock Set.

● Auto Channel Set is performed next. Auto Channel Set scans all the channels that are receivable by your unit. During Auto Channel Set, the channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set.

● When Plug & Play setting has been completed successfully, the correct clock time is displayed. If you perform Plug & Play setting successfully, there is no need to perform “Clock Set” (墌 pg. 21) and “Tuner Set” (墌 pg. 22). If, however, you want to add or delete channels, refer to “Manual Channel Set” (墌 pg. 22).

During Auto Clock Set

“AUTO” blinks.

STANDBY/ON

S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO







DVDVHS



VHS/DVD

VHS DVDDUBBING

REC

INFORMATION

● If “AUTO CLOCK ” is set to “ON” (墌 pg. 21), the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host channel every hour (except 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) using the incoming PBS channel clock setting data. (This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the unit is turned off. The clock will be adjusted just on these hours — on the time displayed on the front display panel, not on the actual real time.) The default setting of “AUTO CLOCK ” is “ON”. (墌 pg. 21)

● If the memory backup fails, because a power outage occurs or because the AC power cord is unplugged, Plug & Play will be performed when power is restored to the unit.

What to do if Plug & Play setting failed

● If an incorrect time is displayed on the front display panel, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone, or an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. In this case, perform “Semiauto Clock Set” (墌 pg. 21) or “Manual Clock Set” (

墌 pg. 21).

● If “– –:– –” appears on the front display panel, your antenna cable

may not be connected to the unit or there may not be a Host PBS signal available in your area. Ensure that the antenna cable is connected correctly. Then turn on and off the unit; the Plug & Play setting will be automatically reactivated. If Plug & Play setting is not performed though the antenna cable is connected correctly, perform “Manual Clock Set” (

墌 pg. 21) and “Auto Channel Set”

(墌 pg. 22) or “Manual Channel Set” (墌 pg. 22).

During Auto Channel Set

The channel numbers are displayed and “AUTO” blinks as they are scanned and set.

Plug&Play Completed

The current time is displayed.

● If an incorrect clock time or “– –:– –” appears on the front display panel, see “What to do if Plug & Play setting failed” (墌 pg. 19).

20 EN

INITIAL SETTINGS

Language

● Turn on the unit.

● Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

ENTER

DVD

SET UP

On-screen Language Set

This unit offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in 3 different languages.

1 Press SET UP to access the Main Menu screen. 2 Press we to select “FUNCTION SET UP”, then press t. 3 Press we to select “DISPLAY

SET”, then press t.

4 Press rt to select “ON

SCREEN LANGUAGE”, then press ENTER.

5 Press rt to select your

desired language, then press ENTER.

DVD SET UP

FUNCTION SET UP

VIDEO IN/OUT

RECORDING SET

SUPERIMPOSE

GRAY BACK

DIMMER BRIGHT

POWER SAVE OFF

ON SCREEN LANGUAGE ENGLISH

SET UP

SELECT

EXIT

INITIAL SET UP

DISPLAY SET OTHERS

AUTO

SELECT WITH [CURSORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

6 Press SET UP to complete the setting.

Menu/Audio/Subtitle Language Set (DVD deck only)

Some DVD discs contain the DVD menu display, audio and subtitles in multiple languages. With these discs, you can set the default language as you like.

● The procedure shows how to set “MENU LANGUAGE” as an example.

1 Press DVD so that the DVD lamp lights up on the unit. 2 Press SET UP to access the Main Menu screen. 3 Press we to select “DVD SET UP”, then press t. 4 Press we to select

“LANGUAGE SET”, then press t.

5 Press rt to select “MENU

LANGUAGE”, then press ENTER.

6 Press rt to select your

desired language, then press ENTER.

● See “Language Code List” (墌 pg. 81).

7 Press SET UP to complete the setting.

NOTE:

When the selected language is not available on the disc, the disc’s default menu language is played back.

DVD SET UP

FUNCTION SET UP

LANGUAGE SET

SET UP

EXIT

AUDIO OUTPUT

MENU LANGUAGE

AUDIO LANGUAGE

SUBTITLE OFF

SELECT

INITIAL SET UP

UTILITY

ENGLISH

SELECT WITH [CURSORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

Clock Set

Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug&Play setting.

● Turn on the unit.

● Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

ENTER

INITIAL SETTINGS

EN 21

7 Press rt to select “TIME ZONE”, then press ENTER. Press

rt to select “AUTO” or the desired time zone, then press ENTER.

● Each time you press rt, the time zone changes as follows:

{AUTO{ATLANTIC{EASTERN{CENTRAL{

MOUNTAIN{PACIFIC{ALASKA{HAWAII{ (back to the beginning)

NOTE:

If an incorrect time is displayed by the Plug & Play function, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone or from an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. If you selected “AUTO” for the host channel in step 5, be sure to select the correct time zone manually.

8 Press SET UP to complete the setting.

IMPORTANT:

Turn off the unit after performing Semiauto Clock. “AUTO” will appear on the front display panel while the clock is being set. The current clock time will appear automatically when the clock setting is complete.

Auto Daylight Saving Time

This function enables automatic adjustment of the unit’s clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time. With Auto DST activated, — — on the first Sunday of April at 2:00 AM, the clock is adjusted to 3:00 AM. — on the last Sunday of October at 2:00 AM, the clock is adjusted to 1:00 AM.

NOTE:

Timer recording may not function correctly at the time Daylight Saving Time is adjusted.

SET UP

Semiauto Clock Set

You can change the host channel/D.S.T. (Daylight Saving Time)/ time zone setting manually.

NOTE:

The time set previously will be erased when “AUTO CLOCK ”, “HOST CH”, “D.S.T.” or “TIME ZONE” setting is changed.

1 Press SET UP to access the Main Menu screen. 2 Press we to select “INITIAL SET UP”, then press t. 3 Press we to select “CLOCK

SET”, then press t.

4 Press rt to select “AUTO

CLOCK ”, then press ENTER. Press rt to select “ON”, then press ENTER.

5 Press rt to select “HOST

CH”, then press ENTER. Press rt to select “AUTO” or the desired PBS channel number, then press ENTER.

NOTE:

Some PBS channels do not transmit clock setting data.

6 Press rt to select “D.S.T.”, then press ENTER. Press rt to

select the desired setting, then press ENTER.

AUTO: Select if you want to adjust your unit’s clock automatically by

the incoming signal from the host channel. Be sure to select the correct time zone manually in step 7.

ON: Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself. OFF: Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you.

DVD SET UP

FUNCTION SET UP

TUNER SET

SET UP

EXIT

CLOCK SET

AUTO CLOCK

HOST CH [CATV]

D.S.T. AUTO

TIME ZONE AUTO

SELECT

INITIAL SET UP

AUTO

SELECT WITH [CURSORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

Manual Clock Set

1 Press SET UP to access the Main Menu screen. 2 Press we to select “INITIAL SET UP”, then press t. 3 Press we to select “CLOCK SET”, then press t. 4 Press rt to select “AUTO

CLOCK ”, then press ENTER. Press rt to select “OFF”, then press ENTER.

5 Press rt to select “TIME”,

then press ENTER. Press rt until the desired time appears, then press ENTER.

6 Press we to select “OK”, then

press ENTER for confirmation.

7 Set the date and year in the same way as in step 5.

● Holding rt changes the time in 30-minutes interval, or changes the date in 15-days interval.

8 Press rt to select “D.S.T.”, then press ENTER. Press rt to

select the desired setting, then press ENTER.

ON: Adjustment will be made by the built-in clock itself.

OFF: Select when Daylight Saving Time does not apply to you.

9 Press SET UP to complete the setting.

DVD SET UP

AUTO CLOCK

TIME

DATE

YEAR

D.S.T.

SET UP

EXIT

FUNCTION SET UP

CLOCK SETTUNER SET

SELECT

INITIAL SET UP

OFF

- - : - -

1/1 (SAT)

2005

SELECT WITH [CURS ORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

22 EN

INITIAL SETTINGS

Tuner Set

● Turn on the unit.

● Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

0 – 9

ENTER

Manual Channel Set

You can add the channels you want or delete the channels you do not want manually.

1 Press SET UP to access the Main Menu screen. 2 Press we to select “INITIAL SET UP”, then press t. 3 Press we to select “TUNER SET”, then press t. 4 Press rt w e to select “MANUAL CH SET”, then press

ENTER.

5 Add or skip the desired

channels.

To add channels

A Press rt to select “CH”, then

press ENTER.

B Press the number buttons to

enter a channel number you want to add, then press ENTER.

C Press rt to select “ADD/SKIP”, then press ENTER. D Press rt to select “ADD”, then press ENTER. E Repeat B – D to add other channels.

To skip channels

A Press rt to select “CH”, then press ENTER. B Press rt to select a channel number you want to skip, then

press ENTER.

C Press rt to select “ADD/SKIP”, then press ENTER. D Press rt to select “SKIP”, then press ENTER. E Repeat B – D to skip other channels.

6 Press SET UP to complete the setting.

DVD SET UP

FUNCTION SET UP

INITIAL SET UP / MANUAL CH SET

CH [CATV]

ADD/SKIP

RETURN

SET UP

SELECT

EXIT

INITIAL SET UP

SKIP

ADD SKIP

SELECT WITH [CURS ORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

SET UP

INFORMATION

The unit selects the correct band (TV or CATV) automatically during Auto Channel Set. The selected band will be displayed on the right side of “BAND” on the Tuner Set screen.

Auto Channel Set

Perform Auto Channel Set only if channels have not been set correctly by the Plug&Play setting.

1 Press SET UP to access the Main Menu screen. 2 Press we to select “INITIAL SET UP”, then press t. 3 Press we to select “TUNER

SET”, then press t.

4 Press rt w e to select

“AUTO CH SET”, then press ENTER. You can automatically set the receivable channels in your area in the order of their frequencies.

● When Auto Channel Set is complete, “SCAN COMPLETED” appears on the TV screen.

● If the scan was unsuccessful, “SCAN COMPLETED–NO SIGNAL–” appears on screen. Check the connections and start again.

5 Press SET UP to complete the setting.

DVD SET UP

TUNER SET

BAND

AUTO CH SET

MANUAL CH SET

GUIDE CH SET

SET UP

EXIT

DVD SET UP

TUNER SET

BAND

AUTO CH SET

MANUAL CH SET

GUIDE CH SET

SET UP

EXIT

FUNCTION SET UP

CLOCK SET

SELECT

FUNCTION SET UP

CLOCK SET

AUTO CHANNEL SET

SCANNING...

CANCEL

SELECT

INITIAL SET UP

CATV

SELECT WITH [CURSORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

INITIAL SET UP

CATV

SELECT WITH [CURSORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

Monitor Set

You can select the monitor type depending on the TV used when you play back DVD VIDEO discs recorded for wide-screen TVs.

● Turn on the unit.

● Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

ENTER

INITIAL SETTINGS

EN 23

1 Press SET UP to access the Main Menu screen.

● You cannot set the monitor type during recording or playback.

2 Press we to select “FUNCTION SET UP”, then press t. 3 Press we to select “VIDEO

IN/OUT”, then press t.

4 Press rt to select

“MONITOR TYPE”, then press ENTER.

5 Press rt to select the desired

option, then press ENTER.

6 Press SET UP to complete the

setting.

*The boldface settings below indicate the settings at your

purchase.

8 MONITOR TYPE — 4:3LB / 4:3PS / 16:9 AUTO / 16:9 FIX

4:3LB (Letter Box conversion): Select this when the aspect ratio of

your TV is 4:3 (conventional TV). While viewing a wide screen picture, the black bars appear on the top and the bottom of the screen.

4:3PS (Pan&Scan): Select this when the aspect ratio of your TV is

4:3 (conventional TV). While viewing a wide screen picture, the black bars do not appear; however, the left and right edges of the pictures will not be shown on the screen.

16:9 AUTO (Wide television conversion): Select this when the

aspect ratio of your TV is 16:9 (wide TV).

16:9 FIX (Wide television conversion): Select this when the aspect

ratio of your TV is fixed to 16:9 (wide TV). The unit automatically adjusts the screen width of the output signal correctly when playing back a picture whose aspect ratio is 4:3.

DVD SET UP

VIDEO IN/OUT

MONITOR TYPE

FRONT AUX F-1

REAR AUX L-1

SET UP

EXIT

FUNCTION SET UP

RECORDING SET

SELECT

INITIAL SET UP

DISPLAY SET OTHERS

4:3LB

VIDEO

SELECT WITH [CURS ORS] THEN PRESS [ENTER]

SET UP

Pan&Scan/Letter Box

In general, DVD VIDEO disc are produced for a wide-screen TV with 16:9 aspect ratio. Material with this ratio will not fit to a TV with 4:3 aspect ratio. There are two styles to display the image, “Pan&Scan” (PS) and “Letter Box” (LB).

Pan&Scan

The right and left side of the image are cut off. The image fills the screen.

● The picture will be shown in the “4:3LB” mode depending on the disc even if the “4:3PS” mode is selected.

Letter Box

Black bands appear at the top and bottom of the image. The image itself appears in 16:9 aspect ratio.

Playback

DVD ..............................................................................................................................26

Playback of the program being recorded (Live Memory playback) ...........................47

How to search and manage the DVD titles (Navigation) .......................................... 60

VHS...............................................................................................................................27

Recording

DVD ............................................................ 28

About recording mode............................ 29

VHS ............................................................. 30

About recording mode............................ 30

hat do you

Timer recording

Setting timer manually............................................. 31

How to record a satellite program ........................... 35

Dubbing

From VHS to DVD .................................................................................................. 36

From DVD to VHS .................................................................................................. 38

26 EN

BASIC PLAYBACK

Basic Playback (DVD)

● Turn on the unit.

● Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

STANDBY/ON

S-VIDEO VIDEO AUDIO

DVD

F−1

(MONO)

DVDVHS

To play back an MP3/JPEG disc, see “Playback With MP3/ JPEG Navigation” (

Load a disc.

● For details, refer to “Placing A Disc” (墌 pg. 11).

● Playback begins automatically if an auto-playback DVD

disc is loaded.

Press VHS/DVD on the unit repeatedly

REC

ONE‑TOUCHEXPERTDUB

VHS/DVD

VHS DVDDUBBING

or DVD on the remote control so that the DVD lamp lights up on the unit.

墌 pg. 66).

ENTER

DVD lamp

Press 4 to start playback.

● If you load a DVD disc whose region code does not match the unit, “REGION CODE ERROR” appears on the TV screen. For details, refer to “Region Number” (

● With Video CD discs with PBC control or some DVD discs, the menu display may appear on the TV screen after starting playback. In this case, select an item which you want to play back from the menu. Otherwise, the playback cannot go forward. Refer to “Playback Control (PBC) Function” ( Using The DVD Menu” (墌 pg. 43).

● The Library Database DVD Navi also enables you to search and select the desired titles. (

Press 9 to pause playback.

● To resume normal playback, press 4.

Press 8 to stop playback.

● When a recordable disc is played, playback stops and a program received with the unit’s tuner resumes on the TV screen.

● When a playback-only disc is played, playback stops and the TV screen becomes all blue when you press 8. Pressing 8 again resumes a program received with the unit’s tuner.

● If x (OPEN/CLOSE) is pressed during playback, playback stops, then the disc tray opens.

墌 pg. 46) or “Locating A Desired Scene

墌 pg. 61)

墌 pg. 9).

TTENTION:

● It takes approximately 30 seconds to read a disc depending on the type and condition of the disc since this unit is multi-disc compatible (DVD-RAM, DVD-RW, DVD-R). It may even take several minutes when a disc is dirty, scratched or warped.

● It may take a few seconds to start playback. This is not a malfunction.

● Forward/reverse high-speed search and other operations cannot be performed while playback is stopped.

To eject the disc, press x (OPEN/

CLOSE).

NOTE:

When the Library Database DVD Navi screen appears, choose a thumbnail image of the desired title on the TV screen, then press ENTER. (墌 pg. 61)

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