JVC HR-DVS2EK, HR-DVS2EU User Manual

Mini DV/S-VHS
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-DVS2EU

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START

STOP

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VHS

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DATE

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R

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ENTER/ENTREE

TV/VCR

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MENU

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PR

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DV IN/OUT

ENTREE/SORTIE DV

VHSDV

DUB

COPIE

AUTO SET-UP

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DV VHS

A.DUBINSERT

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S-VHS ET

STARTR.A.EDIT

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INSTRUCTIONS

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

SAFETY FIRST 2

Safety Precautions ................................... 2

INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER 4

Basic Connection .................................... 4

S-VIDEO Connection .............................. 5

INITIAL SETTINGS 6

Auto Set Up ............................................ 6

Preset Download ..................................... 8

Language .............................................. 10

On-Screen Displays ............................... 11

Power Save Mode ................................. 12

SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL 13

Satellite Receiver Control Setting ........... 13

T-V LINK 16

T-V Link Functions ................................ 16

INFORMATION ON COLOUR SYSTEM 17

Colour System Set ................................. 17

PLAYBACK 18

Basic Playback ...................................... 18

Playback Features ................................. 19

RECORDING 26

Basic Recording .................................... 26

Recording Features ................................ 28

B.E.S.T. Picture System .......................... 32

TIMER RECORDING 34

SHOWVIEW® Timer Programming ............. 34

Express Timer Programming .................. 36

SPECIAL FEATURES 42

Remote Control Functions ..................... 42

EDITING 45

Preparation For Editing .......................... 45

Tape Dubbing ....................................... 46

Normal Dubbing ................................... 47

Random Assemble Editing ..................... 48

Edit From A Camcorder ......................... 50

Edit To Or From Another Video

Recorder ............................................... 52

Audio Dubbing ..................................... 54

Insert Editing ......................................... 56

SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 60

Connection To A Satellite Receiver ........ 60

Connecting/Using A Decoder ................ 62

Connecting/Using A Stereo System ........ 63

Connecting To A Video Titler................. 64

Connecting To A Printer ........................ 66

SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS 67

SHOWVIEW® System Setup ....................... 67

Tuner Set ............................................... 68

Clock Set ............................................... 76

TROUBLESHOOTING 78

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 81

INDEX 82

SPECIFICATIONS 86

LPT0464-001A

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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.

CAUTION

䡲 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.

䡲 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.

WARNING

There are two different types of SECAM colour systems: SECAM-L, used in FRANCE (also called SECAM-West),
and SECAM-B, used in Eastern European countries (also called SECAM-East).

1. This recorder can also receive SECAM-B colour television signals for recording and playback.

2. Recordings made of SECAM-B television signals produce monochrome pictures if played back on a video
recorder of SECAM-L standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on a PAL video
recorder with SECAM-B system incorporated (even if the TV set is SECAM-compatible).

3. SECAM-L prerecorded cassettes or recordings made with a SECAM-L video recorder produce monochrome
pictures when played back with this recorder.

4. This recorder cannot be used for the SECAM-L standard. Use a SECAM-L recorder to record SECAM-L signals.

IMPORTANT

䡲 Please read the various precautions on page 2 and 3 before installing or operating the recorder.
䡲 It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent

of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary,
dramatic, musical, or artistic work embodied therein.

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䡲 Cassettes marked "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only

with cassettes marked "S-VHS".
By using the S-VHS ET function, it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this

recorder.

䡲 Cassettes marked "Mini DV" can be used with the DV deck of this recorder. The DV deck can play back and record only PAL

signals.

䡲 SHOWVIEW is a registered trademark of Gemstar Development Corporation. The SHOWVIEW system is manufactured under licence

from Gemstar Development Corporation.

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For Italy:

"It is declared that this product, brand JVC, conforms to the Ministry Decree n. 548 of 28 Aug.'95 published in the
Official Gazette of the Italian Republic n. 301 of 28 Dec.'95"

The STANDBY/ON 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/EP (Long Play/Extended Play) mode cannot be played
back on a single-speed video recorder.

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 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 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 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.

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

5.

DO NOT expose the apparatus to dripping or splashing.

6.

DO NOT 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 recorder during transport.

" shows electrical power standby and " " shows ON.

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.

NOTE:

The fan on the rear panel may run although the recorder is turned off in the following cases, for example:

— in timer standby mode, several hours before the VPS/PDC recording starts.
— if you connect a decoder or satellite receiver to the AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER connector and “L-2 SELECT” is set to

“DECODER” or “SAT”.

— if “JUST CLOCK” is set to “ON”.

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Basic
Connection

INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER

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" (墌 pg. 86).

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TV Aerial
Cable

Rear view

21-pin SCART
connector

RF Cable
(provided)

AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT

Aerial terminal

Back of TV

21-pin SCART Cable
(provided)

Mains outlet

SITUATE RECORDER

Place the recorder on a stable, horizontal surface.

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CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV

a– Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
b– Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANTENNA IN

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jack on the rear panel of the recorder.

c– Connect the provided RF cable between the

ANTENNA OUT jack on the rear panel of the
recorder and the TV’s aerial terminal.

d– Connect the provided SCART cable between the

AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT socket on the rear panel of the
recorder and the TV’s 21-pin SCART connector.

● The AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector accepts and
delivers either a composite signal (regular video
signal) or a Y/C signal (a signal in which the lumi­nance and chrominance signals are separated). If
your TV's 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) is
compatible with the Y/C signal, set "L-1 OUTPUT" to
"S-VIDEO" after the connection and the initial settings
are completed (墌 pg. 58). You can obtain high­quality S-VHS pictures. (For connection, be sure to
use a 21-pin SCART cable that is compatible with the
Y/C signal.)

● Set your TV to the VIDEO (or AV), Y/C, or RGB mode
according to the type of your TV's SCART connector.

● For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction
manual of your television.

● To obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures, you can also
use the S-VIDEO Connection described on page 5.

ATTENTION:

Your TV must have a 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) for
the connection to the recorder.

CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS

Connect the provided mains power cord between the
mains power inlet on the rear panel of the recorder and

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a mains outlet.

After you plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet, the
Country Set display appears on the TV screen and/or on the
recorder's front display panel when the button on the
recorder/remote control is pressed for the first time to power
on the recorder; go to page 6 to perform Auto Set Up.

S-VIDEO Connection

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Aerial or Cable

ANTENNA IN

AV1 (L-1)

ANTENNA
ANTENNE

IN

ENTREE

OUT

SORTIE

IN/OUT ENTREE/SORTIE

IN/DECODER

AV2 (L-2)

ENTREE/DECODEUR

S

(DV/VHS)

SAT CONTROL

CONTROLEUR SAT

S-Video cable (not provided)

Audio cable (not provided)

S OUT

OUT
SORTIE

AUDIO

(DV/VHS)

L

OUT
SORTIE

R

Aerial terminal

S-VIDEO IN connector

AUDIO IN connectors

Mains outlet

Back of TV

ANTENNA OUT

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To Connect to A TV With S-VIDEO/AUDIO IN Connectors . . .

AUDIO OUT

CONNECT RECORDER TO
TV

a– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per "Basic

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Connection" (墌 pg. 4).

b– Connect the recorder's S OUT connector to the TV's

S-VIDEO IN connector.

c– Connect the recorder's AUDIO OUT connectors to

the TV's AUDIO IN connectors.

RF Cable (provided)

NOTES:

●

You can obtain high-quality S-VHS pictures.

●

If your television is not stereo-capable, use the recorder's
AUDIO OUT connectors to connect to an audio amplifier for
Hi-Fi stereo sound reproduction. (墌 pg. 63)

●

To operate the recorder with your TV using the S-VIDEO
connection, set your TV to the AV mode.

●

For switching the TV's mode, refer to the instruction manual
of your television.

Back of Recorder

CONNECT RECORDER TO
MAINS

Connect the provided mains power cord between the
mains power inlet on the rear panel of the recorder and

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a mains outlet.

After you plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet, the Country Set display appears on the TV screen and/or on the recorder's
front display panel when the button on the recorder/remote control is pressed for the first time to power on the recorder; go to
page 6 to perform Auto Set Up.

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Auto Set Up

Auto Channel Set/Auto
Clock Set/Auto Guide
Program Number Set

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INITIAL SETTINGS

When the button on the recorder/remote control is pressed
for the first time to power on the recorder after you plug the
mains power cord into a mains outlet, the Country Set display
will appear on the TV screen and the recorder's front display
panel. By simply selecting your country*, the Auto Set Up
function sets the tuner channels, clock** and Guide Program
numbers automatically.

* * If you live in Belgium (BELGIUM) or Switzerland (SUISSE), you also

need to select your language.

** If you live in Hungary (MAGYARORSZÁG), Czech Republic (

REPUBLIKA), Poland (POLSKA) or other countries in Eastern Europe
(OTHER EASTERN EUROPE), set the clock manually.

You can refer to the front display panel and/or the on-screen
display to perform this procedure.

Before starting, make sure of the following:

● The TV aerial cable should be connected to the recorder.

● The recorder's mains power cord should be connected to

a mains outlet.

● If you want to use the on-screen display, the TV should
be set to its AV mode.

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press on the recorder or remote control. The

Country Set display appears on the front display panel

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and/or on the screen.

ESKÁ

International Telephone Country Code

BELGIUM : 32 NORGE : 47

ESKÁ REPUBLIKA : 42 ÖSTERREICH : 43
DANMARK : 45 POLSKA : 48
DEUTSCHLAND : 49 PORTUGAL : 351
ESPAÑA : 34 SUISSE : 41
GREECE : 30 SUOMI : 358
ITALIA : 39 SVERIGE : 46
MAGYARORSZÁG:36
NEDERLAND : 31

OTHER WESTERN EUROPE
OTHER EASTERN EUROPE

:- ­:EE

ATTENTION

Once you have performed Auto Set Up, even if the
recorder's memory backup has expired, all the stored
stations and their Guide Program numbers remain in the
recorder's memory and the recorder will not perform Auto
Set Up again. You only need to set the clock. (墌 pg. 76)

If you have moved to a different area, perform each setting
as required.

● Tuner setting 墌 pg. 68

● Clock setting 墌 pg. 76

If a new station starts broadcasting in your area, perform
tuner setting (墌 pg. 68).

BELGIUM

ESKÁ REPUBLIKA
DANMARK
DEUTSCHLAND
ESPAÑA
GREECE
ITALIA
MAGYARORSZÁG
NEXT PAGE

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SELECT COUNTRY

If you are referring to the front display panel

Press %fi to select your international telephone country

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code of your country referring to the chart in the left
column.

(Ex.) DEUTSCHLAND is selected

If you are referring to the on-screen display

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to
your country's name.

NOTE:

If you have selected
BELGIUM (32) or SUISSE
(41), go to step 3. If you
have selected
MAGYARORSZÁG (36), ESKÁ REPUBLIKA (42),
POLSKA (48) or OTHER EASTERN EUROPE (EE), press
OK. The Clock Set screen will appear. Set the clock
manually (墌 pg. 76 – 77), then go to step 4. If you have
selected any other country name (code), go to step 4.

BELGIUM

ESKÁ REPUBLIKA
DANMARK

DEUTSCHLAND

ESPAÑA
GREECE
ITALIA
MAGYARORSZÁG
NEXT PAGE

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SELECT LANGUAGE

Press OK. The Language Set display appears on the
front display panel and/or on the screen.

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If you are referring to the front display panel

Press %fi to select your language code.

Language Code

ENGLISH : 01 NEDERLANDS : 06
DEUTSCH : 02 SVENSKA : 07
FRANCAIS : 03 NORSK : 08
ITALIANO : 04 SUOMI : 09
CASTELLANO : 05 DANSK : 10

(Ex.) DEUTSCH is selected for SUISSE

International telephone
country code

If you are referring to
the on-screen display

Press %fi to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
the language of your
choice.

DANSK
SUOMI
NORSK
SVENSKA
NEDERLANDS
CASTELLANO
ITALIANO
FRANCAIS

DEUTSCH

ENGLISH
[5∞] =
[MENU] : ENDE

(Ex.) DEUTSCH is selected.

PERFORM AUTO SET UP

Press OK.

If you are referring to the front display panel

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Press %fi to select "Auto" and press OK or #.

If you are referring to the on-screen display

Press %fi to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
"AUTO SET" and press OK
or #.

AUTO SET

T-V LINK

Language code

● If you are using the on­screen display, the
AUTO SET screen will
appear. As Auto Set Up
progresses, the " "
mark on the screen
moves from left to
right. When the Auto
Set Up is completed,
"SCAN
COMPLETED"
appears for about
5 seconds, then the normal screen appears.

● When you have connected the video recorder to a TV
offering T-V Link via a 21-pin SCART cable (墌 pg. 4)
and the TV is turned on, the recorder automatically
performs the Preset Download (墌 pg. 8) even if you
select “Auto” for Auto Set Up function.

Beginning

AUTO SET

PLEASE WAIT

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[MENU] : EXIT

NOTES:

●

Auto channel set function takes place first; it assigns automati­cally all receivable stations in your area.

●

Auto clock set function sets the clock automatically by
reading the clock setting data from a station transmitting a
PDC signal while auto channel set is being performed.

●

During auto channel set, the recorder recognizes each station
name of the detected stations and stores them in the
recorder's memory, then automatically sets the SHOWVIEW
system assigned Guide Program number for those stations
according to the broadcast area.

●

In the area where no TV station transmits a PDC signal, the
recorder can perform neither auto clock set nor auto Guide
Program number set.

●

If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while Auto
Set Up is in progress, Auto Set Up will be interrupted; be sure
to turn off the recorder power once and try again from step 1.

●

Auto clock may not function properly depending on the
reception condition.

●

If no sound accompanies the picture or the audio sounds
unnatural on some channels that have been stored by Auto
Set Up, the TV system setting for those channels may be
incorrect. Select the appropriate TV system for those channels
(墌 pg. 71, "INFORMATION").

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End

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"Auto" blinks on the display panel; do NOT press
any button on the recorder or remote control until
the display panel shows clock time, "(CH)1" or
"– –:– –" as illustrated on page 9.

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Preset
Download

You can use this function only with the TV offering
T-V Link, etc.*

* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,

SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NexTView Link via fully­wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and
available functions may differ by system.

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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

When you connect the recorder and your TV via fully-wired
21-pin SCART cable (墌 pg. 4), you can set the recorder's tuner
channels by downloading preset data from your TV instead of
using the Auto Set Up function (墌 pg. 6). After downloading is
completed, the recorder sets the clock and Guide Program
number automatically. For details, refer to the instruction
manual for your TV.

Perform steps 1 to 3 of "Auto Set Up" on page 6 and 7 before
continuing.

PERFORM PRESET DOWNLOAD

Press OK.

If you are referring to the front display panel

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Press %fi to select "CH – –" and press OK or #.

If you are referring to the on-screen display

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to
"T-V LINK" and press OK
or #.

Preset position on the display panel increases from
"CH1"; do NOT press any button on the recorder or
remote control until the display panel shows clock
time, "(CH)1" or "– –:– –" as illustrated on page 9.

● If you are using the on­screen display, the T-V
LINK screen will appear.
Then the GUIDE PROG
SET screen will appear
during Guide Program
number set. When Preset
Download is completed,
"COMPLETED" appears
for about 5 seconds, then
the normal screen
appears.

● If you press any button
on the recorder or
remote control while
downloading is in
progress, it will be
interrupted.

AUTO SET

T-V LINK

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

PLEASE WAIT

[MENU] : EXIT

GUIDE PROG SET

PLEASE WAIT

T-V LINK

NOTES:

●

In the area where no TV station transmits a PDC signal, the
recorder can perform neither auto clock set nor auto Guide
Program number set.

●

If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while
downloading or set up is in progress, it will be interrupted; be
sure to turn off the recorder power once and try again from the
beginning.

●

Auto clock may not function properly depending on the
reception condition.

●

When you perform T-V LINK function, be sure to use fully­wired 21-pin SCART cable.

●

On this recorder, the characters available for station’s name
(ID) are A–Z, 0–9, –, *, + and (space). Some downloaded
station’s name may differ from those of your TV (墌 pg. 73).

[MENU] : EXIT

Results of Auto Set Up/Preset Download appear on the front display panel

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EN 9

A

When both auto channel set and auto
clock set have been completed success­fully the correct current time will be
displayed after the OK button is pressed in
step 4 on page 7 or in step 1 on page 8.

You can check if the Guide Program numbers have been set correctly when you perform the SHOW VIEW Timer Programming
(墌 pg. 34); if the correct channel position number is displayed in step 4, this confirms that the Guide Program number for the
SHOWVIEW number you enter in step 3 has been set correctly.

If both auto channel set and auto clock set have been performed successfully:

A

Turn on the TV and select its AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the recorder's

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memory by using the PR button(s).

● If station names (ID — 墌 pg. 74) have also been stored in the recorder's memory, the station name will be displayed at
the top left corner of the screen for about 5 seconds when the recorder is tuned to a different station.

● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel positions, or to set or change
station names, see pages 70 – 75.

B

If auto channel set has succeeded but auto clock set has not:

Turn on the TV and select its AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the recorder's

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memory by using the PR button(s).

● If station names (ID — 墌 pg. 74) have also been stored in the recorder's memory, the station name will be displayed at
the top left corner of the screen for about 5 seconds when the recorder is tuned to a different station.

● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change channel positions, or to set or change
station names, see pages 70 – 75.

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Perform "Clock Set" on page 76.

C

If both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed:

Make sure the TV aerial cable is connected properly to the recorder and turn off the recorder power once, then turn the

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recorder power back on again.

● The Country Set display appears on the front display panel and/or on the screen; perform steps 2 – 4 on pages 6 – 7 again
or perform the procedure on page 8.

B

When auto channel set has been
completed successfully but auto clock set
has not, "1" (channel position) will be
displayed after the OK button is pressed in
step 4 on page 7 or in step 1 on page 8.

When neither auto channel set nor auto
clock set has been completed success­fully, "– –:– –" will be displayed.

IMPORTANT

䡲 In certain reception conditions, station names may not be stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may not

work properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set properly, when you timer-record a TV programme using the
SHOWVIEW system, the recorder will record a TV programme of a different station. When programming the timer using the
SHOWVIEW system, be sure to check whether the channel position on which your recorder receives the broadcasting station
you wish to record is selected (墌 pg. 34, "SHOWVIEW Timer Programming").

䡲 Your video recorder memorizes all detected stations even if reception of some of them is poor. In these cases picture quality

may be poor. To delete those stations with an unacceptable picture 墌 "Delete A Channel" on page 71.

INFORMATION

Language for the on-screen display

Auto Set Up also selects the language automatically for the on-screen display depending on the Country setting you have made
in step 2 on page 6 (unless you have selected BELGIUM or SUISSE), as shown below.

SUOMI [ SUOMI DANMARK [ DANSK NEDERLAND [ NEDERLANDS
PORTUGAL [ ENGLISH ÖSTERREICH [ DEUTSCH GREECE [ ENGLISH
DEUTSCHLAND [ DEUTSCH ESKÁ REPUBLIKA [ ENGLISH OTHER WESTERN EUROPE [ ENGLISH
POLSKA [ ENGLISH ITALIA [ ITALIANO OTHER EASTERN EUROPE [ ENGLISH
NORGE [ NORSK MAGYARORSZÁG [ ENGLISH
SVERIGE [ SVENSKA ESPAÑA [ CASTELLANO
If you want to change the language setting manually, 墌 "Language" on page 10.

Just Clock

Your recorder is equipped with the Just Clock function which provides accurate time keeping through automatic adjustments at
regular intervals, by reading data from a PDC signal. If you want to take advantage of this function, simply set it to "ON".

墌 "Just Clock" on page 76.

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Language

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

This recorder offers you the choice to view on-screen messages
in 10 different languages. Though Auto Set Up selects the
language automatically (墌 pg. 9), you can change the language
setting manually using this procedure as required.

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

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TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

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ACCESS MAIN MENU

Press MENU.

2

ACCESS COUNTRY SET
SCREEN

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

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4
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MENU

3

OK

"AUTO CH SET", then
press OK or #.

MAIN MENU

MODE SET
VHS MODE SET
DV MODE SET

AUTO CH SET

MANUAL CH SET
OUTPUT/INPUT SET
INITIAL SET

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SELECT COUNTRY

Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to your

country's name, then press OK or #.

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SELECT LANGUAGE

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

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the language of your
choice.

● You do not have to press
OK; pressing OK enters
Auto Set/T-V LINK
screen.

DANSK
SUOMI
NORSK
SVENSKA
NEDERLANDS
CASTELLANO
ITALIANO
FRANCAIS
DEUTSCH

ENGLISH

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

Press MENU.

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On-Screen
Displays

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

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You can choose whether or not to have various operational
indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF.
Messages appear in the selected language (墌 pg. 9 or 10).

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

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ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN

Press MENU.

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3

OK

2

ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN

Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "MODE SET" by

pressing %fi, then press OK or #.

3

ENABLE/DISABLE
ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

The default setting is "ON",

so if you want on-screen

4

displays, leave the setting
as it is and go to step 5. If
you don’t want the displays
to appear, press %fi to
move the highlight bar
(pointer) to "O.S.D." and
press OK or # to set
"O.S.D." to "OFF".

RETURN TO NORMAL

NOTES:

●

When you use this recorder as the player for editing, be sure
to set "O.S.D." to "OFF" before starting.

●

During playback, the operation mode indicators may be
disturbed depending on the type of tape being used.

The superimposed indication on the TV screen tells you what the recorder is doing.

15

1

14

SCREEN

Press MENU.

5

14

MODE SET

S-VHS/AUDIO OUT AUTO

O. S. D. ON

AUTO TIMER OFF

DIRECT REC ON

POWER SAVE OFF

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

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12

11

10

9
8

7

1– Operation mode indicators
2– Tape speed SP/LP/EP
3– Sound mode indicator (DV) (墌 pg. 25)
4– Tape direction (VHS)

Time code (DV) (墌 pg. 24)

5– Counter display (VHS)
6– Tape remaining time indicator (VHS) (墌 pg. 29)
7– Audio mode display (墌 pg. 24, 25)
8– Tape position indicator (VHS) (墌 pg. 24)
9– Type of Broadcast (墌 pg. 31)

PR. 12 ABCD
21 : 00

24. 12. 00 – WARNING–
TIMER RECORDING
TO START SOON
VHS [

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NORM REMAIN 1 : 00

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12

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10

9

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10– VHS/DV indicator
11– Current day/month/year
12– Clock display
13– Channel position number and station name/Aux. indicator

(L-1, L-2, F-1 or SAT*)

* When "L-2 SELECT" is set to "SAT" (墌 pg. 58), "SAT" appears

instead of "L-2".

14– Timer warning display (墌 pg. 35, 37)
15– Cassette loaded mark

PR. 12 ABCD
23 : 59 16BIT

31. 12. 00 – WARNING–
TIMER RECORDING
TO START SOON
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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

You can reduce the power consumption while the recorder is
turned off.

Power Save
Mode

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

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2

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3

4
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MENU

3

OK

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

1

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN

Press MENU.

2

ACCESS MODE SET SCREEN

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

3

"MODE SET", then press
OK or #.

SELECT POWER SAVE
MODE

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

4

"POWER SAVE", then press
OK or # to set to "ON".

MODE SET

VHS MODE SET

DV MODE SET

AUTO CH SET

MANUAL CH SET

OUTPUT/INPUT SET

INITIAL SET

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

S-VHS/AUDIO OUT AUTO

O. S. D. ON

AUTO TIMER OFF

DIRECT REC ON

POWER SAVE ON

MAIN MENU

MODE SET

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

Press MENU.

5

NOTES:

●

During Power Save, the display panel will be turned off.

●

The Just Clock function (墌 pg. 76) does not work while the
Power Save mode is engaged.

●

While the recorder is in the Power Save mode, the picture
may be distorted momentarily when you turn on/off the
recorder.

●

Power Save does not work when ...
... the recorder is in the Timer mode.
... the recorder's power is turned off after timer-recording (or

Instant Timer Recording).

... "L-2 SELECT" is set to "DECODER" or "SAT" (墌 pg. 58).

SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL

EN 13

Installing Satellite Controller

Satellite
Receiver
Control Setting

The following procedure is required if you receive satellite
channels through a satellite receiver. Approximately 20 seconds
before the SHOWVIEW timer programming (墌 pg. 34) or Express
timer programming (墌 pg. 36) starts, the recorder sets its input
mode to "L-2" and automatically switches the satellite receiver’s
channels using the provided Satellite Controller.

Satellite receiver

Your recorder

Satellite Controller
(suggested locations)

SITUATE SATELLITE
CONTROLLER

Place the Satellite Controller so that the path between

its transmitter and the satellite receiver’s remote sensor

1

is unobstructed.

ATTACH SATELLITE
CONTROLLER

Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached on the

back of the Satellite Controller.

2

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Be sure to connect the recorder’s AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER

connector to the satellite receiver’s 21-pin SCART connector.

3

NOTE:

When connecting your satellite receiver, refer to its
instruction manual.

CONNECT SATELLITE CON­TROLLER TO RECORDER

Connect the Satellite Controller to the SAT CONTROL

connector on the rear panel.

4

Satellite receiver

21-pin SCART cable
(provided)

Back of Recorder

Transmitter

Satellite Controller

SAT CONTROL

AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER

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Setting satellite receiver's
brand and channel

After installation, set the satellite receiver’s brand and channel
correctly; otherwise, the Satellite Controller cannot work correctly.

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

3

4
4

MENU

3

OK

SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL (cont.)

ACCESS INITIAL SET
SCREEN

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

3

“INITIAL SET”, then press

OK or #.

MAIN MENU

MODE SET
VHS MODE SET
DV MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
OUTPUT/INPUT SET

INITIAL SET

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

ACCESS SAT CONTROL
SET SCREEN

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

4

“SAT CONTROL SET”,
then press OK or #.

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET
GUIDE PROG SET

SAT CONTROL SET

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

ENTER SATELLITE
RECEIVER’S BRAND

Press the appropriate

NUMBER keys to enter the

5

brand code from the list
on page 15, then press
OK.

● If the brand code you
entered is invalid, the
code field will be reset.
Enter the correct brand
code again.

● If the recorder is in playback or recording mode, you
cannot set the brand code.

SAT CONTROL SET

[0–9] =
[MENU] : EXIT

BRAND : – –

TURN ON SATELLITE
RECEIVER

Turn on the satellite receiver’s power.

1

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN ON RECORDER

Press MENU.

2

NUMBER

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2

EN 15

SELECT SATELLITE
RECEIVER’S CHANNEL FOR
TESTING

Press the appropriate

NUMBER keys to enter

6

one of the channel
positions on the satellite
receiver, then press OK.

3

4
4

3

OK

● You can select the
channel position
between 1 to 999.

● After pressing OK, the
recorder enters the Test mode.

CHECK RESULT OF TEST

If the satellite
receiver’s channel

7

number has been
changed to the same
channel as you set in
step 6...

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to
“CHANGED TO ...”, then
press OK or # to finish the
Sat Control Set mode.

If the satellite receiver’s channel number has not
been changed correctly...

Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “NOT

CHANGED”, then press OK or #. Then perform the
procedure again from step 5.

SAT CONTROL SET

SAT PROG : – – –

[0–9] = : TEST
[MENU] : EXIT

SAT CONTROL SET

SAT PROG : 111

CHANGED TO 111

NOT CHANGED

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

SATELLITE RECEIVER BRAND CODE

JVC 73
AMSTRAD 60, 61, 62, 63, 91
CANAL + 81
D-BOX 85
ECHOSTAR 78
ECHOSTAR (VIA DIGITAL) 82
FINLUX 68
FORCE 89
GALAXIS 69, 88
GRUNDIG 64, 65
HIRSCHMANN 64
ITT NOKIA 68
JERROLD 75
KATHREIN 70, 71
LUXOR 68
MASCOM 92
MASPRO 70
NOKIA 87
PACE 67, 86, 91
PANASONIC 74
PHILIPS 66, 84
PHONOTREND 69
RFT 69
SAGEM 83
SALORA 68
SKYMASTER 69
TPS 83
TRIAX 90
WISI 64

NOTES:

●

The Satellite Controller may not work with all types of
satellite receiver.

●

For some satellite receivers, you need to set its channel input
mode to 2-digit.

●

If your satellite receiver has more than two channel mode, be
sure to set to "All Channel Mode". For details, refer to the
instruction manual of the satellite receiver.

●

When selecting the satellite receiver's channel (墌 step 6),
signals from the remote control may interfere with signals
transmitted from the Satellite Controller. In this case, move
the remote control as close to the recorder's infrared beam
receiving window as possible.

16 EN

T-V Link
Functions

T-V LINK

Direct Rec

You can start recording the programme that you are watching
on your TV with simple operation. Press and hold RECORD and
press PLAY on the remote control, or press RECORD on the
recorder.
Follow the procedure below to use this function.

When you connect the recorder and your TV via fully-wired
21-pin SCART cable (墌 pg. 4), the following functions are
available. You can use these functions only with the TV offering
T-V Link, etc.*
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,

SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NexTView LINK via fully­wired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and
available functions may differ by system.

NexTView Link

You can download the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
information from your TV for timer-programming on the
recorder.
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

TV Auto Power On

You can turn on the TV and set it to video mode automatically
whenever you play a tape.
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

NOTE:

"TV Auto Power On" of T-V LINK functions is not possible with
the DV deck.

VCR Auto Standby

You can use your TV's remote control to turn off the recorder.
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

1

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN

Press MENU.

2

ACCESS MODE SET
SCREEN

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

3

"MODE SET", then press
OK or #.

SELECT DIRECT REC MODE

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

4

"DIRECT REC", then press
OK or # to set to "ON".

MODE SET

VHS MODE SET
DV MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
OUTPUT/INPUT SET
INITIAL SET

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

S-VHS/AUDIO OUT AUTO
O. S. D. ON
AUTO TIMER OFF

DIRECT REC ON

POWER SAVE OFF

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

MAIN MENU

MODE SET

RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

Press MENU.

5

NOTES:

●

If "DIRECT REC" is set to "OFF", the RECORD button functions
as described in "Basic Recording" (墌 pg. 26, 27).

●

During the Direct Rec, "– –" appears on the display panel.

●

When you perform T-V LINK functions, be sure to use the
fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable.

●

Retake function does not work during Direct Rec (墌 pg. 29).

INFORMATION ON COLOUR SYSTEM

You can play back PAL, NTSC and MESECAM tapes, or record
PAL and SECAM* signals on this recorder. Follow the procedure
below to select the appropriate colour system.

Colour

* SECAM signals will be recorded as MESECAM on this recorder;

MESECAM is the designation for tapes with SECAM signals that have
been recorded on a MESECAM-compatible PAL video cassette
recorder.

System Set

(VHS Deck Only)

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EN 17

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN

Press MENU.

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4

MENU

3

OK

NOTES:

About NTSC Playback

●

Some TVs shrink the picture vertically and place black bars at
the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction on
the part of either the video recorder or the TV.

●

The picture may roll up and down. This can be corrected
using the V-HOLD control found on some TVs. (This cannot
be corrected if the TV does not have a V-HOLD control.)

●

The counter and tape remaining time readings will be
incorrect.

●

During search, still, or frame-by-frame playback, the picture
will be distorted, and there may be a loss of colour.

●

Depending on the type of TV, the top and bottom portions of
superimposed displays may be cut off during NTSC playback.

ACCESS VHS MODE SET
SCREEN

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

3

"VHS MODE SET", then
press OK or #.

MODE SET

VHS MODE SET

DV MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
OUTPUT/INPUT SET
INITIAL SET

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

SELECT COLOUR SYSTEM
MODE

Press %fi to move the

highlight bar (pointer) to

4

"COLOUR SYSTEM", then
press OK or # to select the
appropriate colour system.

a- PAL/NTSC: To record PAL signals, or play back a

b- MESECAM: To record SECAM signals, or play back a

● It is not possible to record in S-VHS if "MESECAM" is
selected. The recording mode is forced to change to
VHS.

● If "MESECAM" is selected when the tape speed is set
to EP mode, the tape speed will be forced to change
to LP mode.

● It is not possible to select EP mode if "MESECAM" is
selected.

PAL or NTSC tape.

MESECAM tape.

B. E. S. T. ON
PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
DIGITAL 3R ON
S-VHS ON

COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC

DIGITAL TBC/NR ON
VIDEO STABILIZER OFF

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

Press MENU.

5

MAIN MENU

VHS MODE SET

18 EN

Basic
Playback

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

EJECT

DV

STOP

VHS

EJECT

PLAYBACK

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

1

pointed toward the recorder. Do not apply too much
pressure when inserting.

● VHS deck

The recorder power comes on automatically.
The counter is reset to 0:00:00.

DV deck

First turn on the recorder and load the cassette.
If the recorder is turned off, the recorder’s power does
not come on when a Mini DV cassette is inserted.

● VHS deck

If the record safety tab has been removed, playback
begins automatically.

DV deck

If the erase protection switch is set to "SAVE",
playback begins automatically. It takes about 15
seconds until the playback picture appears. Also
make sure the VCR indicator appears on the front
display panel. If not, press TV/VCR on the remote
control to turn on the VCR indicator.

DV play indicator

DV

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REW

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STOP

VHS play indicator

VHS

TV/VCR

3

4
4

3

PLAY

FF

SHUTTLE

SELECT DECK

Press VHS or DV.

2

FIND PROGRAMME START
POINT

If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW

or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the left. To go forward,

3

press FF or turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right.

START PLAYBACK

Press PLAY. The VHS or DV play indicator (#) lights.

"BEST" appears blinking in the recorder's display panel

4

during automatic tracking. (VHS deck only  pg. 32)

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP. The VHS or DV play indicator (#) goes off.

Then press EJECT on the VHS or DV deck to remove the

5

cassette.

Usable cassettes

VHS deck

● 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.

● The VHS deck of this video recorder can record on regular VHS and Super VHS
cassettes. While only VHS signals can be recorded on regular VHS cassettes*, both
VHS and Super VHS signals can be recorded and played back using Super VHS
cassettes.

* By using the S-VHS ET function, it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS

picture quality on VHS cassettes with this recorder.

DV deck

Only cassettes marked can be used with the DV deck.

Playback
Features

PAUSE

SHUTTLE

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JOG

●

Refer to the SHUTTLE ring illustration above as you read the
following procedures.

●

When using the JOG dial during playback on the DV deck,
turn the JOG dial slowly.

Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame
Playback

PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK

Press PAUSE.

NOTES:

3

4
4

3

PAUSE

1

ACTIVATE FRAME-BY-FRAME
PLAYBACK

Turn the JOG dial to the right for forward frame-by-

frame playback, or to the left for reverse frame-by-frame

2

playback.

OR

Press PAUSE.

OR

Press @ or #. (VHS deck only)

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

ATTENTION (VHS Deck Only)

● Picture may not appear during high-speed search with an
LP/EP-recorded tape.

● In the high-speed search, still, slow motion or frame by
frame playback mode, the picture will be distorted, and
there will be a loss of colour.

● Noise may appear or the picture may appear distorted
with an EP-recorded tape during still, slow motion,
frame-by-frame playback or variable-speed search.

● When normal playback resumes from search, still, slow
motion or frame-by-frame playback, the picture may
jitter vertically momentarily depending on the type of TV
being used.

Slow Motion

ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION
PLAYBACK

During still picture, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the right

for forward slow motion, or to the left for reverse slow

1

motion (refer to the illustration above).

OR

During still picture, press and hold PAUSE for 2

seconds, then release. Press and release again to return
to still picture. (VHS deck only)

OR

During still picture, press and hold @ or #. Release to

return to still picture. (VHS deck only)

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

20 EN

EJECT

PR

PLAY

EJECT

SHUTTLE

PLAYBACK (cont.)

High-Speed (Turbo) Search

ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED
SEARCH

During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring all the

way to the right for forward high-speed search, or to

1

the left for reverse high-speed search. Releasing

SHUTTLE resumes still picture playback.

OR

During playback or still, press FF for forward high-

speed search, or REW for reverse high-speed search.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

NOTE:

For short searches, press and hold FF or REW for over 2 seconds
during playback or still picture. When released, normal playback
resumes.

REW

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3

4
4

3

30 SEC

REVIEW

PR

FF

Variable-Speed Search

ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED
SEARCH

During playback or still, turn the SHUTTLE ring to the

right for forward variable-speed search, or to the left for

1

reverse variable-speed search (refer to the illustration on
page 19).

OR

During playback, press @ or #.

● The more times you press, the faster the playback
picture moves.

● To decrease speed, press the button for the opposite
direction.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

Skip Search
(VHS Deck Only)

SKIP OVER UNWANTED
SECTIONS

During playback, press 30 SEC 1 to 4 times.

Each press initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion

1

playback. Normal playback resumes automatically.

Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning
cassette (TCL-2UX for the VHS deck/
M-DV12CLAU for the DV deck) when:

● "USE CLEANING CASSETTE" appears on the screen (only
with "O.S.D." set to "ON" ( pg. 11)).

OR

VHS Deck

● Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.

● The picture is unclear or no picture appears.

DV Deck

● No picture during playback.

● Blocks of noise appear during playback.

NOTE:

To resume normal playback during a Skip Search, press PLAY.

EN 21

Instant ReView
(VHS Deck Only)

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

1

of the last timer-recorded programme. Once it’s found,
playback begins automatically.

● The front display panel tells you how many
programmes have been timer-recorded. If you have,
for example, 3 programmes, “REVIEW” and "3"
appear and blink. 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:

Instant ReView is not possible while the recorder is in the Timer
mode.

Manual Tracking
(VHS Deck Only)

Your video recorder is equipped with automatic tracking
control. During playback, you can override this and adjust the
tracking manually by pressing the PR buttons.

OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC
TRACKING

Press on the remote to engage manual tracking.

1

ADJUST TRACKING
MANUALLY

Press PR + or – to adjust tracking.

2

RETURN TO AUTOMATIC
TRACKING

Press on the remote to re-engage automatic

tracking.

3

Next Function Memory

The Next Function Memory "tells" the recorder what to do
after rewinding. Before continuing, make sure the recorder
is in the Stop mode.
a– For Automatic Start Of Playback After Tape Rewind . . .
. . . press REW, then press PLAY within 2 seconds.
b– For Automatic Power Off After Tape Rewind . . .
. . . press REW, then press within 2 seconds.
c– For Automatic Cassette Ejection After Tape Rewind . . .
. . . press REW, then press EJECT within 2 seconds.

NOTE:

The Automatic Power Off of the Next Function Memory
does not work if the Auto Timer is set to "ON". If the Auto
Timer is set to "ON", the recorder directly goes into the
Timer-Standby mode at the same time when the
button is pressed for the Automatic Power Off.

NOTE:

When a new tape is inserted, the recorder enters the automatic
tracking mode automatically.

22 EN

PLAYBACK (cont.)

Repeat Playback
(VHS Deck Only)

Your video recorder can
automatically play back the
whole tape 100 times
repeatedly.

START PLAYBACK

Press PLAY.

1

ACTIVATE REPEAT PLAY­BACK

Press PLAY and hold for over 5 seconds, then release.

● The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks

2

slowly.

● The tape plays 100 times automatically, and then
stops.

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP at any time to stop playback.

3

NOTES:

●

Pressing PLAY, REW, FF or PAUSE also stops Repeat Playback.

●

Repeat playback is not possible with a cassette recorded in EP
mode.

Index Search (VHS Deck Only)

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.

ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH

Press @ or # (™ or £). "™ 1" or "£ 1" is

displayed on screen and search begins in the corre-

1

sponding direction.

● To access index codes 2 through 9, press @ or
repeatedly until the correct index number is displayed.
Ex.: To locate the beginning of B from the current

position, press @ twice.
To locate the beginning of D from the current
position, press # once.

Current position

£ 2

#

Video Stabilizer
(VHS Deck Only)

You can automatically correct vertical vibrations in the picture
when playing back unstable recordings made on another
recorder.
* The default setting is "OFF".

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN

Press MENU.

1

ACCESS VHS MODE SET
SCREEN

Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "VHS MODE SET" by

pressing %fi, then press OK or #.

2

SELECT VIDEO STABILIZER
SET MODE

Move the highlight bar

(pointer) to "VIDEO

3

STABILIZER" by pressing
%fi, then press OK or # to
set to "ON".

VHS MODE SET

B. E. S. T. ON
PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
DIGITAL 3R ON
S-VHS ON
COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC
DIGITAL TBC/NR OFF

VIDEO SATBILIZER ON

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

Press MENU.

4

NOTES:

●

When you finish viewing a tape, be sure to set this function to
"OFF".

●

Regardless of the setting, this function has no effect during
recording and during special effects playback.

●

The on-screen display may jitter vertically when this function
is set to "ON".

●

To watch recordings with close-caption, set this function to
"OFF".

●

Video Stabilizer and Digital TBC/NR cannot be used at the
same time. If you activate Digital TBC/NR when "VIDEO
STABILIZER" is set to "ON", Video Stabilizer will be automati­cally turned "OFF".

AB C D E F

–2 –1 1 2 3

● When the specified index code is located, playback
begins automatically.

%

%

Index number

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Digital 3R (VHS Deck Only)

Digital 3R picture system applies edge correction to the luminance
signal to enhance detail.

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN

Press MENU.

1

ACCESS VHS MODE SET
SCREEN

Move the highlight bar
(pointer) to "VHS MODE

2

SET" by pressing %fi, then
press OK or #.

SELECT DIGITAL 3R SET
MODE

Move the highlight bar
(pointer) to "DIGITAL 3R"

3

by pressing %fi, then press
OK or # to set to "ON".

RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

Press MENU.

MAIN MENU

MODE SET

VHS MODE SET

DV MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
OUTPUT/INPUT SET
INITIAL SET

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

VHS MODE SET

B. E. S. T. ON
PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF

DIGITAL 3R ON

S-VHS ON
COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC
DIGITAL TBC/NR ON
VIDEO STABILIZER OFF

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

Digital TBC/NR
(VHS Deck Only)

Your video recorder is equipped with the Digital TBC (Time
Base Corrector) that removes jitter from fluctuating video signals
to deliver a stable picture even with old tapes and rental
cassettes.
The on/off of Digital 3-DNR (Noise Reduction) which cuts noise
and enables clear picture reproduction is also linked to this
function.
* The default setting is "ON".

We recommend that you use the Digital TBC feature when...
... playing back a tape recorded on a camcorder.
... playing back a tape repeatedly used.
... using this video recorder as the player for editing.

ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN

Press MENU.

1

ACCESS VHS MODE SET
SCREEN

Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "VHS MODE SET" by

pressing %fi, then press OK or #.

2

SELECT DIGITAL TBC/NR
SET MODE

Move the highlight bar

(pointer) to "DIGITAL

3

TBC/NR" by pressing %fi,
then press OK or # to set
to "ON".

VHS MODE SET

B. E. S. T. ON
PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
DIGITAL 3R ON
S-VHS ON
COLOUR SYSTEM PAL/NTSC

DIGITAL TBC/NR ON

VIDEO STABILIZER OFF

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

4

NOTES:

●

Normally it is recommendable to keep "DIGITAL 3R" set to
"ON".

●

Depending on the type of tape being used, picture quality
may be better with "DIGITAL 3R" set to "OFF".

RETURN TO NORMAL
SCREEN

Press MENU.

4

NOTES:

●

If you play back a tape recorded under poor TV reception
condition, there may be cases where the picture becomes
more stable with "DIGITAL TBC/NR" set to "OFF".

●

When "DIGITAL TBC/NR" is set to "ON", if you play back a
tape where certain types of signals are recorded (using a PC
or some character generators), the playback picture may be
distorted. If this is the case, set "DIGITAL TBC/NR" to "OFF".

●

When playing back a MESECAM tape, Digital TBC/NR does
not function even though "DIGITAL TBC/NR" is set to "ON".

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Tape Position Indicator (VHS Deck)

The tape position indicator appears on screen when, from the Stop mode, you press FF,
REW or perform an Index Search. The position of "5" in relation to "0" (beginning) or "+"

(end) shows you where you are on the tape.

"O.S.D." ( pg. 11) must be set to "ON", or the indicator will not appear.

PLAYBACK (cont.)

NOTE:

Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when the indication is not
correct.

0

Beginning End

3

REMAIN 2:35

1:23:45

+++

Time Code (DV Deck)

During recording, a time code is recorded on the tape. This time code is used to
confirm the position on the tape when playing or editing a tape. To perform Random
Assemble Editing ( pg. 48), time code is necessary.

Seconds

Minutes

Hours

NOTES:

The presence of a blank (unrecorded) portion in the middle of a tape can result in misoperation.

A "blank portion" of a tape is a section where nothing is recorded on the tape. If you start making a recording in a blank portion
of a tape, the time codes will start from "0:00:00" again. If identical time codes are recorded in two different places on a tape,
Random Assemble Editing and other similar functions might not operate properly.

In the following circumstances, you should play the tape and confirm where a scene ends, and then begin recording from there:

● When starting to record in the middle of a tape on which a recording has already been made.

● When you have made a recording on a tape, then played that recording back in order to check it, and now wish to continue

recording.

● When you lost power or the batteries died while you were recording with a camcorder.

0 : 00 : 00

Soundtrack Selection (VHS Deck)

The VHS recording deck is capable of recording three soundtracks (HI-FI L, HI-FI R and NORM) and will play back the one
you select.

During Playback

Pressing AUDIO on the remote control changes the soundtrack being played back as follows:

TRACK

On-Screen Display

HI FI

L R

HI FI

L

HI FI

R

NORM For audio-dubbed tapes

HI FI

NORM

For Hi-Fi stereo tapes

For main audio of Bilingual tapes

For sub audio of Bilingual tapes

For audio-dubbed tapes

USE

NOTES:

●"HIFI L R

mode, Hi-Fi stereo tapes are played back in stereo, and
the normal audio track is played back automatically for
tapes with only normal audio.

●

For instructions on recording stereo and bilingual
programmes, refer to page 31.

●

"O.S.D." must be set to "ON" or the on-screen displays
will not appear ( pg. 11).

" should normally be selected. In this

Soundtrack Selection (DV Deck)

The DV recording deck is capable of recording two soundtracks (L and R) and will play back the one you select.

During Playback

Pressing AUDIO on the remote control changes the soundtrack being played back as follows:

TRACK

On-Screen Display

L R For stereo or Bilingual tapes

L

R For sub audio of Bilingual tapes

For main audio of Bilingual tapes

USE

Sound Mode Selection (DV Deck)

1

Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen.

2

Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "DV MODE SET" by pressing %fi, then press OK or #.

3

Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "SOUND MODE" by pressing %fi, then press OK or # to
select "12BIT" or "16BIT".

4

Press MENU to return to the normal screen.

DV MODE SET

SOUND MODE 12BIT

12BIT MODE SOUND1
AUDIO REC NICAM

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NOTE:

Set "SOUND MODE" to "12BIT" at the original recording on a Mini DV tape, if you wish to
perform Audio Dubbing later.

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

12BIT Mode Setting (Audio-dubbed Mini DV Tape)

1

Press MENU to access the Main Menu screen.

2

Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "DV MODE SET" by pressing %fi, then press OK or #.

3

Move the highlight bar (pointer) to "12BIT MODE" by pressing %fi, then press OK or # to select
"SOUND1", "SOUND2" or "FULL SOUND".

4

Press MENU to return to the normal screen.

12BIT MODE SOUND YOU HEAR

SOUND1 Original recorded sound

SOUND2 Audio-dubbed sound

FULL SOUND

Original recorded sound and
Audio-dubbed sound

NOTES:

When "12BIT MODE" is set to "FULL SOUND":

●

For bilingual tapes, both the main and sub audio will be audible.

●

To select just the main audio or just the sub audio of Bilingual tapes, set "12BIT MODE" to "SOUND1".

DV MODE SET

SOUND MODE 12BIT

12BIT MODE SOUND1

AUDIO REC NICAM

[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT

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RECORDING

VHS Deck

Basic
Recording

Turn on the TV and select the AV mode.

RECORD

PAUSE

VHS record indicator

0

3

NUMBER

STOP

PLAY

PR +/–

1

2

123

456

789

1

2

PLAY

VHS

3

4
4

SP/LP/EP

VHS

PR+/–

EJECT

LOAD A CASSETTE

Insert a VHS (or S-VHS) cassette with the record safety

tab intact.

1

● The recorder power comes on automatically.
The counter is reset to 0:00:00.

SELECT VHS DECK

Press VHS.

2

CHOOSE A PROGRAMME

Press PR +/– or the NUMBER keys to select the channel

you wish to record.

3

SET TAPE SPEED

Press SP/LP/EP ( ). Check the SP/LP/EP indicator on

the recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape

4

speed.

●

In EP mode, the recording time is extended three times.

● If you record a programme in EP mode on this
recorder, it is recommended that you play back the
EP-recorded tape on this recorder

● It is not possible to select EP mode if "COLOUR
SYSTEM" is set to "MESECAM". ( pg. 17)

START RECORDING

Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote

control, or press RECORD on the recorder. The VHS

5

record indicator ( ) lights.

B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the
first SP and the first LP (or EP) recording after
inserting the cassette ( pg. 32).

If "DIRECT REC" is set to "ON", the programme
that appears on the TV screen will be recorded
( pg. 16).

.

RECORD

Accidental erasure prevention

VHS/S-VHS

To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette,
remove its safety tab. To record on it later, cover the hole
with adhesive tape.

STOP

PAUSE

Record safety tab

PAUSE/RESUME
RECORDING

Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.

6

STOP RECORDING

Press STOP. The VHS record indicator ( ) goes off.

Then press EJECT on the VHS deck to remove the

7

cassette.

DV Deck

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EJECT

DV

PR +/–

DV record indicator

NUMBER

STOP

PLAY

DV

1

2

123

456

789

0

1

2

PLAY

RECORD

PAUSE

3

3

4
4

SP/LP/EP

PR+/–

LOAD A CASSETTE

Insert a Mini DV cassette with the erase protection

switch set to "REC".

1

● Turn on the recorder before loading a cassette.

SELECT DV DECK

Press DV.

2

CHOOSE A PROGRAMME

Press PR +/– or the NUMBER keys to select the channel

you wish to record.

3

SET TAPE SPEED

Press SP/LP/EP ( ). Check the SP/LP indicator on

the recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape

4

speed.

START RECORDING

Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote

control, or press RECORD on the recorder. The DV

5

record indicator ( ) lights.

If "DIRECT REC" is set to "ON", the programme
that appears on the TV screen will be recorded
( pg. 16).

PAUSE/RESUME
RECORDING

Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.

RECORD

Accidental erasure prevention

Mini DV

To prevent accidental recording on a recorded cassette, set
its erase protection switch to "SAVE". To record on it later,
set the switch to "REC".

STOP

PAUSE

Erase protection
switch

6

STOP RECORDING

Press STOP. The DV record indicator ( ) goes off. Then

press EJECT on the DV deck to remove the cassette.

7

NOTES:

●

It is not possible to record a TV programme on both the VHS
deck and the DV deck simultaneously.
In addition, it is not possible to record simultaneously from
the same external input.

●

When you record a tape on the DV deck with the recording
speed set to "LP", we recommend that you play that tape back
on this deck. Digital video recorder from other manufacturers
may not be able to play the tape properly.