JVC HR-A631EK, HR-A630EK User Manual
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
HR-A630EK
HR-A631EK
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CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST 2
Safety Precautions .................................... 2
Some Do’s And Dont’s ............................. 3
INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER 4
Basic Connections ................................... 4
Tune The TV To Your Video Recorder ...... 5
Connection To A Satellite Receiver .......... 6
Connection To A Stereo System ............... 7
INITIAL SETTINGS 8
Tuner Set .................................................. 8
Clock Set ................................................. 9
PLAYBACK 11
Basic Playback ....................................... 11
Playback Features .................................. 12
RECORDING 17
Basic Recording ..................................... 17
Recording Features ................................ 18
TIMER RECORDING 20
Information On Video Plus+ .................. 20
Guide Channel Set .............................. 20
Video Plus+ Timer Recording ................. 22
Regular Timer Programming .................. 24
Check And Cancel Programmes .......... 26
PDC Recording ................................... 26
EDITING 27
Edit To Or From Another Video
Recorder ................................................ 27
Edit From A Camcorder ......................... 28
USING THE CONFIRMATION DISPLAY 29
Storing Channels Manually .................... 29
Delete A Channel .................................. 30
Change Station Preset Position ............... 30
Set Stations ............................................ 31
TV STATION AND ID LIST 33
TV STATION CHANNEL NUMBER GUIDE 34
TROUBLESHOOTING 35
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 37
INDEX 38
SPECIFICATIONS 43
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SAFETY FIRST
Safety Precautions
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT
Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If
the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your
home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then
obtain a proper safety approved extension lead/adapter or
consult your dealer.
BE SURE to replace the fuse only with an identical
approved type, as originally fitted, and to replace the fuse
cover.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off remove the fuse and
dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock
hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then
follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured Black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
CAUTION
n When you are not using the recorder for a long period of
time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power
cord from the mains outlet.
n Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to
qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or
fire hazard, remove the power cord from the mains
outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal
lead or aerial.
IMPORTANT
n Please read the various precautions on p. 2 – 3 of this
instruction manual before installing or operating the
recorder.
n 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.
The OPERATE button does not completely shut off mains
power from the unit, but switches operating current on and
off.
Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP
(Long Play) mode cannot be played back on a single-speed
video recorder.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in
damage to the recorder, remote control or video
cassette.
1. DO NOT place the recorder . . .
... 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 recorder’s ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote
control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the
recorder or remote control.
5. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.
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n Only cassettes marked "VHS" can be used with this
videorecorder.
n HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
n Video Plus+ and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar
Development Corporation. The Video Plus+ system is
manufactured under licence from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder when you
move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely
humid conditions—just as water droplets form in the surface of
a glass filled with cold liquid. Moisture condensation on the
head drum will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where
condensation may occur, keep the recorder turned on for a few
hours to let the moisture dry.
ABOUT HEAD CLEANING
Accumulation of dirt and other particles on the video heads
may cause the playback picture to become blurred or interrupted. Be sure to contact your nearest JVC dealer if such
troubles occur.
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BASIC
CONNECTION
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TUNE THE
TV TO YOUR
VIDEO
RECORDER
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TUNER SET
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CLOCK SET
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Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe
Use Of Equipment
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnec-
tions between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equip-
ment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damanged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is de-
signed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need
to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements
of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheat-
ing will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always
fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
ABOVE ALL...
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the
case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than
sorry!
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INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER
Basic Connections
Back of TV
Aerial terminal
21-pin SCART connector
RF Cable (provided)
21-pin SCART Cable
It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected.
Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COMPLETED BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.
CHECK CONTENTS
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories
listed in “Specifications” (Z pg. 43).
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SITUATE RECORDER
Place the recorder on a stable, horizontal surface.
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CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV
The connection method you use depends on the type of
TV you have.
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RF CONNECTION
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To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals . . .
a– Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
b– Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack
on the rear panel of the recorder.
c– Connect the provided RF cable between the RF
OUT jack on the rear panel of the recorder and the
TV’s aerial terminal.
Before operating the recorder, make sure the TV’s preset
is set to the VIDEO preset.
AV CONNECTION
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To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals . . .
a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per “RF
CONNECTION”.
b– Connect an optional SCART cable between the
AV1 IN/OUT socket on the rear panel of the
recorder and the TV’s 21-pin SCART connector.
c– Set the RF OUT switch to OFF.
Before operating the recorder, make sure the TV is set to
the VIDEO (or AV) mode.
Mains Power
Cord
Mains outlet
CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS
Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains
outlet.
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AUDIO OUT
RF OUT
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Tune The TV To Your Video
Recorder
TV Aerial Cable
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AUDIO OUT
RF OUT
ON–TEST–OFF
RF OUT switch
The video recorder sends picture and sound signals via the RF
connecting cable to your TV on UHF channel 36.
AV2 IN
AV1 IN/OUT
TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press OPERATE.
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SELECT OUTPUT MODE
Set the RF OUT switch on the back of the recorder to
TEST.
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ANT. IN
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RF OUT
RF output channel
adjustment screw
Back of Recorder
SET TV PRESET
Set your TV to the video preset (UHF channel 36). Two
white bars appear on screen vertically.
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● Tune the TV until the bars are as clear as they can be.
● Your TV should be set to the preset designated for use
with a video recorder, or to a spare preset if there is
not a specified video preset on your TV.
RESET OUTPUT MODE
Return the RF OUT switch to ON.
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NOTE:
If some interference noise is continually seen on the screen,
consult your JVC dealer.
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INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER (cont'd)
Connection To
A Satellite
Receiver
Outdoor Unit
The AV2 IN socket on the rear panel of your recorder allows
simple connection to a satellite receiver.
Aerial
Back of TV
Aerial terminal
Satellite Receiver
Unit
DECODER VCR TV
Mains outlet
Satellite Cable
TV Aerial cable
ANT. IN
RF OUT
21-pin SCART
connectors
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Back of Recorder
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AUDIO OUT
RF OUT
ON–TEST–OFF
AV2 IN
AV1 IN/OUT
ANT. IN
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When connecting your recorder to a TV equipped with 21-pin SCART connectors, follow the illustration above using the cables
shown in gray.
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For details, check your satellite receiver’s instruction manual.
Connection To
A Stereo
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These instructions enable you to connect your video recorder to
your Hi-Fi stereo system (if you have one) and listen to the
soundtrack through the stereo.
System
Audio Cable (not provided)
Mains outlet
R
AUDIO OUT
RF OUT
ON–TEST–OFF
AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR
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AV2 IN
AV1 IN/OUT
FM Tuner
CD Player
Stereo Amplifier
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AUDIO OUT
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Connect the AUDIO OUT L and R connectors on your
video recorder to the AUX IN or TAPE MONITOR
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terminals on your stereo system's receiver or amplifier.
NOTES:
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When connecting your recorder's audio output connectors to
a stereo amplifier, make sure you connect L and R correctly.
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If NICAM TV broadcasts are receivable in your area, this
recorder can record them independently of the TV set and
play them back through the connected stereo system.
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When listening to sound through the connected stereo system,
turn the TV's volume down completely.
Back of Recorder
CAUTIONS:
● This recorder has a dynamic range of more than 80 dB with
regards to its Hi-Fi audio capability. It is recommended that
you check the maximum level if you are going to listen to the
Hi-Fi audio signals through a stereo amplifier. A sudden surge
in the input level to the speakers may damage them.
● Some speakers and televisions are specially shielded to
prevent television interference. If both are of the non-shielded
type, do not place the speakers adjacent to the TV set as this
can adversely affect the video playback picture.
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INITIAL SETTINGS
Your recorder needs to memorise all necessary stations in preset
positions in order to record TV programmes. ATS+ (Auto Tuning
System) automatically assigns all receivable stations in your
area to call them up with the TV PROG. buttons without going
through any vacant channels.
The following procedure describes how to select automatic
channel setting.
TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press OPERATE.
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ACCESS CH. SET DISPLAY
Press and hold CH SET for more than 2 seconds.
“AUTO” appears on the front display panel.
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START AUTO CHANNEL SET
Press OK and “AUTO" blinks on the front display panel.
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OK
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ACCESS CONFIRMATION
DISPLAY
The preset position, channel and station name (ID – Z
pg. 33) of the stations located by your recorder appear
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in a Confirmation display.
Preset Position
Confirm all the stored stations by using PUSH JOG%fi.
RETURN TO NORMAL
DISPLAY
Press CH SET.
● Using the Confirmation display, you can skip or add
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preset positions, enter station names and perform
other operations. Refer to page 29 for the procedures.
● Depending on the reception conditions, the stations
may not be stored in order, and the station names
may not be stored correctly.
Fine tuning is performed automatically when you select
“AUTO CH SET”. If you want to perform it manually, refer to
page 32.
To set the tuner manually, refer to “Storing Channels Manually”
(Z pg. 29).
Channel
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Clock Set
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CLOCK
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If you performed Auto Channel Set (Z pg. 8), the recorder’s
built-in clock is also set automatically. The Auto and Manual
clock setting procedures are necessary when . . .
– a power outage of more than 3 minutes occurs.
– the tuner has been set manually.
– the user desires to set the clock slightly ahead of the actual time.
– the clock was not set even after Auto Tuner Set was performed.
Whether you perform Auto or Manual clock setting, you can
use the convenient Just Clock function.
Just Clock
The Just Clock function provides accurate time keeping through
automatic adjustments at regular intervals, by reading data from
a PDC signal.
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The Just Clock option appears in the Just Clock display, and can
be set “ON” or “OFF” (the default setting is “ON”). Press OK
until the Just Clock setting begins blinking, then press PUSH
JOG%fi to change the setting.
Just Clock Preset Position
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IMPORTANT: If you turn off Just Clock off, the accuracy of your
recorder’s built-in clock may be reduced, which could
adversely effect timer recording.
Both Auto and Manual clock setting procedures begin from step 3.
Preparation
TURN THE RECORDER ON
Press OPERATE.
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ACCESS CLOCK SET
DISPLAY
Press CLOCK on the remote control. The Clock Set
display appears.
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Auto Clock Set
SET CLOCK
AUTOMATICALLY
At the Clock Set display, press PUSH JOG . The Clock
Set display blinks and clock setting begins.
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● If the Just Clock preset position isn't set to the preset
position on which Auto Clock data is received,
"Err"(or) appears, and then the display from step 2
reappears. To set the Just Clock preset position, press
OK until the Just Clock preset position begins
blinking, then cycle through the numbers by pressing
PUSH JOG%fi until the number representing the
preset position in which the station transmitting clock
setting data (BBC1, BBC2, etc.) is stored appears.
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RETURN TO NORMAL
DISPLAY
Once clock setting is completed, press CLOCK to return
to the normal display.
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Manual Clock Set
SET DATE AND TIME
Press PUSH JOG%fi to set the hour, then press OK. The
“minutes” display begins blinking. Repeat the proce-
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dure to set the minutes, day, month and year.
Hour≠Minutes
After inputting the year, press OK and the Just Clock
display appears.
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Just Clock (when set to "ON") enables adjustment of the
recorder's built-in clock every hour on the hour, except for 11
o'clock in the evening and midnight.
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Just Clock is not effective when . . .
– the recorder’s power is on (unless the recorder is tuned to
the same preset selected in the Just Clock display).
– the recorder is in the Timer mode.
– a difference of more than 3 minutes exists between the
built-in clock’s time and the actual time.
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If Just Clock is set to "ON", the recorder’s clock is automatically adjusted at the start/end of Summer Time.
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Auto clock setting and Just Clock may not function properly
depending on the reception condition.
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During Manual clock setting, if the day and month data are
invalid (such as 31st April), the month digits are cleared
automatically and the day digits begin blinking. Input the
correct data.
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If, in step 3 of the Manual clock setting procedure, the year
digits are automatically cleared and the day digits begin
blinking, it is possible that you have input 29th February for a
non-leap year. Input the correct data.
SET JUST CLOCK
The default setting is “ON”. Set as desired by pressing
PUSH JOG%fi, then press OK.
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● If you set to “OFF”, you can disregard the next step as
you won’t be able to receive regular clock adjustments.
SET CLOCK DATA SOURCE
PRESET POSITION
The recorder is preset to receive clock setting and
adjustment data from preset position 1. Press PUSH
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JOG %fi to set the preset position to the number
representing the station transmitting clock setting data,
then press OK.
START CLOCK OPERATION
Press CLOCK.
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PLAYBACK
PLAY
STOP
FF
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
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The easiest, most basic operation possible with your video
recorder is tape playback. Already-recorded signals on a video
tape are read by your video recorder and displayed on your TV
just like a TV programme.
Playback
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LOAD A CASSETTE
Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is
facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is
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point toward the recorder. Don’t apply too much
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pressure when inserting.
● The recorder power comes on automatically and the
counter is reset to 0:00:00.
● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback
begins automatically.
FIND PROGRAMME START
POINT
If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW.
To go forward, press FF.
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START PLAYBACK
Press PLAY.
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STOP PLAYBACK
Press STOP on the remote or STOP/EJECT on the
recorder’s front panel. Then press STOP/EJECT to
remove the cassette.
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Usable cassettes
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● Compact VHS camcorder recordings can be played on
this video recorder. Simply place the recorded cassette
into a VHS Cassette Adapter and it can be used just like
any full-sized VHS cassette.
● This video recorder can record on regular VHS and
Super VHS cassettes. However, it will record and play
back regular VHS signals only. It is not possible to play
back a recorded Super VHS tape.
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TV PROG.
FF
PLAY
PAUSE
PLAY
PLAYBACK (cont.)
Take advantage of special functions possible with the recorder’s
controls or the remote control.
Playback
Features
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Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame
Playback
PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK
Press PAUSE. If there is vertical jitter, use the TV PROG.
buttons to correct the picture.
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ACTIVATE FRAME-BY-FRAME
PLAYBACK
Press PAUSE again.
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To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
Slow Motion
ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION
PLAYBACK
During still picture, press and hold PAUSE for 2
seconds, then release. Press and release again to return
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to still picture.
OR
During still picture, press and hold PUSH JOG or .
Release to return to still picture.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
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TV PROG.
FF
PAUSE
Variable-Speed Search
ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED
SEARCH
During playback, press PUSH JOG or .
● The more times you press, the faster the playback
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To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
High-Speed Search
picture moves.
● To decrease speed, press the button for the opposite
direction.
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ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED
SEARCH
During playback or still, press FF for forward highspeed search, or REW for reverse high-speed search.
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● For short searches during playback or still, press and
hold FF or REW for over 2 seconds. When released,
normal playback resumes.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
REVIEW
TV PROG.
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Manual Tracking
Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking
control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the
tracking manually by pressing the TV PROG. buttons.
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OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC
TRACKING
Press SP/LP ( ) on the remote to engage manual
tracking.
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ADJUST TRACKING
MANUALLY
Press TV PROG. + or – to adjust tracking.
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RETURN TO AUTOMATIC
TRACKING
Press SP/LP ( ) on the remote to re-engage automatic tracking.
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SP/LP
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NOTE:
When a new tape is inserted, the recorder enters the automatic
tracking mode automatically.
Instant ReView
Simply by pressing a single button, the recorder power comes
on, rewinds, and begins playback of the last timer-recorded
programme. If you have several programmes recorded, you can
easily access any of them.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure that the recorder is off and that the
Timer mode is disengaged.
ACTIVATE INSTANT
REVIEW
Press REVIEW. The recorder power comes on and the
recorder searches for the index code indicating the start
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of the last timer-recorded programme. Once it’s found,
playback begins automatically.
The front display panel tells you how many
programmes have been recorded. If you have, for
example, 3 programmes, “REV 3” appears and blinks.
To watch the first of the 3 programmes, press REVIEW
three times. The recorder searches and begins playback
automatically. You can access a programme as far as 9
index codes away from the current tape position.
NOTE:
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Instant ReView is not possible while the recorder is in the
Timer mode.
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STOP
FF
PLAY
STOP
PAUSE
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DISPLAY
PLAYBACK (cont.)
Index Search
Your recorder automatically marks index codes at the beginning
of each recording. This function gives you quick access to any
one of 9 index codes in either direction.
NOTE:
Before starting, make sure the recorder is in the Stop mode.
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ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH
Press PUSH JOG or (™ or £). “–1” or “+1” is
displayed on the display panel and search begins in the
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corresponding direction.
● To access index codes 2 through 9, press PUSH JOG
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or repeatedly until the correct index number is
displayed.
Ex.: To locate the beginning of B from the current
position, press PUSH JOG twice.
To locate the beginning of D from the current
position, press PUSH JOG once.
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PAUSE
PUSH JOG
Index number
● When the specified index code is located, playback
begins automatically.
Repeat Playback
Your video recorder can automatically play back the whole tape
20 times repeatedly.
START PLAYBACK
Press PLAY.
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ACTIVATE REPEAT
PLAYBACK
Press PLAY and hold for over 5 seconds, then release.
● The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks
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slowly.
● The tape plays 20 times automatically, and then
stops.
STOP PLAYBACK
Press STOP at any time to stop playback.
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NOTE:
Pressing PLAY, REW , FF or PAUSE also stops Repeat Playback.
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