JVC HR-J377EM, HR-J371EM User's Guide

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VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-J377EM HR-J371EM

CABLE

/SAT

VCR

AUDIO

TV/VCR

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DAILY/QTDN.

WEEKLY/HEBDO

VPS/PDC

0000

AUX

STOP

START

DATE

FIN

DEBUT

EXPRESS

PROG

30 SEC

/ E

TV PR +

–

TV PR –

STANDBY/ON

COLOUR SYSTEM

VIDEO

AUDIO

REC LINK

REVIEW

INSTRUCTIONS

SP/LP/EP

PAL NTSC

ENGLISH

CONTENTS

SAFETY FIRST 2

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

INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER 3

Basic Connections ..................... 3

INITIAL SETTINGS 4

Video Channel Set ..................... 4

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

On-Screen Displays ................... 8

Select Language ......................... 9

Clock Set ................................. 10

PLAYBACK 11

Basic Playback ..........................11

Playback Features .................... 12

RECORDING 16

Basic Recording ....................... 16

Recording Features .................. 17

B.E.S.T. Picture System ............. 18

TIMER RECORDING 20

Express Timer Programming ..... 20

Automatic Satellite Programme

Recording ................................ 25

SPECIAL FEATURES 26

Remote Control Functions ........ 26

EDITING 30

Edit To Or From Another Video

Recorder .................................. 30

Edit From A Camcorder ............ 31

INFORMATION ON MULTI-SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY 32

TUNER SET 34 TROUBLESHOOTING 38 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 41 INDEX 42 SPECIFICATIONS 45

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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

 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.

 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.

 Use the conversion plug (not provided in certain areas)

depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.

ATTENTION

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

2.Recordings made of SECAM television signals produce monochrome pictures if played back on another video recorder of SECAM standard, or do not produce normal colour pictures if played back on another video recorder of PAL standard.

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

POWER SYSTEM

This set operates on voltage of AC110 – 240 V` (Rating), AC90 – 260 V` (Operating), 50/60 Hz with automatic switching.

PAL NTSC

 Only cassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with

this videorecorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with this model.

 HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.

IMPORTANT

 Please read the various precautions on this page before

installing or operating the recorder.

 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 STANDBY/ON button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off. " " shows electrical power standby and " " shows ON.

Video tapes recorded with this video recorder in the LP (Long Play) or EP (Extended Play) mode cannot be played back on a single-speed video recorder.

Caution on Replaceable lithium battery

The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, heat above 100°C or incinerate. Replace battery with Panasonic (Matsushita Electric), Sanyo, Sony or Maxell CR2025. Danger of explosion or Risk of fire if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

 Dispose of used battery promptly.  Keep away from children.  Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire.

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.

INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER

It's essential that your video recorder be properly connected. Follow these steps carefully. THESE STEPS MUST BE COM-

Basic

PLETED BEFORE ANY VIDEO OPERATION CAN BE PERFORMED.

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Connections

Aerial terminal

RF Cable (provided)

Back of TV

AV-IN terminals

AV Cable (not provided)

Mains Power Cord

TV Aerial Cable

CHECK CONTENTS

Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in "Specifications" ( pg. 43).

SITUATE RECORDER

Place the recorder on a stable, horizontal surface.

CONNECT RECORDER TO TV

The connection method you use depends on the type of TV you have.

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.

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 AV cable between the

AUDIO OUT and VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear panel of the recorder and the TV's AV-IN terminals .

Mains outlet

Rear View

AUDIO OUT/ VIDEO OUT

Connect the power plug to an AC outlet before installing the lithium battery.  pg. 5

CONNECT RECORDER TO MAINS

Plug the end of the mains power cord into a mains outlet.

NOTE:

Use the conversion plug (not provided in certain areas) depending on the type of your AC wall outlet.

ATTENTION

If you have finished all the necessary connections, go to "Video Channel Set" on page 4, then perform Auto Set Up on page 6; do NOT press the button on the recorder/remote control to turn on the recorder's power before you start Auto Set Up.

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STOP/EJECT

Video Channel Set

INITIAL SETTINGS

If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via the provided RF cable only (RF connection) – Go to "With RF Connection" below.

If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via both the provided RF cable and an AV cable (AV connection) – Go to "With AV Connection" on next page.

Video Channel (RF Output Channel) is the channel on which your TV receives picture and sound signals from the video recorder through the RF cable.

PR +/–

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PR +/–

With RF Connection

IMPORTANT:

Before performing the following steps, make sure the recorder's power is off and there is no cassette inserted in the recorder.

ACCESS VIDEO CHANNEL SET MODE

Hold down STOP/EJECT on the recorder until the display panel shows the following.

SELECT TV SYSTEM

Press PR + or – to set appropriate TV system that matches the system of TV being used (refer to the table

below).

1 : B/G 2 : D/K 3 : I

Major Countries TV System

New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E., Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon, Iraq

China, Mongolia, Russia D/K

4 : H

B/G

TEST SIGNAL

The channel on which the screen to the left appear clearly in step 3 is your Video Channel.

To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to the Video Channel.

Hong Kong I

Australia H

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SET VIDEO CHANNEL

Set your TV to UHF channel 34.

● If the two vertical white bars appear clearly on the

screen as shown in the illustration ( "TEST SIGNAL" on page 4), press OK and then go to step 4.

● If the two vertical white bars do not appear clearly,

press OK and then PR + or – to set the video recorder to a vacant channel between 28 and 60 which is not occupied by any local station in your area.

(Ex.) If channel 50 is available in your area

Then set your TV to UHF channel 50 and check if the two vertical white bars appear clearly on the screen; if so, go to step 4. If not, re-set the video recorder to another vacant channel and try again.

NOTES:

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If you set the video recorder to a channel which is occupied by a local station or has neighbouring channels that are occupied by local stations, the picture reception quality will be affected and some interference noise will appear on the TV screen. Be sure to select a vacant channel which has no broadcast on neighbouring channels.

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If you cannot obtain the two vertical white bars clearly with any channel between 28 and 60, consult your JVC dealer.

FINISH VIDEO CHANNEL SET

Press OK.

● If Auto Set Up ( pg. 6) or Tuner Set ( pg. 34)

has not previously been performed, the Language Select screen appears and Auto Set Up function takes place automatically.

With AV Connection

IMPORTANT:

Before performing the following steps, make sure the recorder's power is off and there is no cassette inserted in the recorder.

ACCESS VIDEO CHANNEL SET MODE

Hold down STOP/EJECT on the recorder until the display panel shows the following.

SET VIDEO CHANNEL

Press OK, then press PR – until the display panel shows the following.

Now the video channel is set to off (– –).

FINISH VIDEO CHANNEL SET

Press OK.

● If Auto Set Up ( pg. 6) or Tuner Set ( pg. 34)

To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode.

has not previously been performed, the Language Select screen appears and Auto Set Up function takes place automatically.

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Be sure to connect the power plug to an AC outlet first before installing the lithium battery; otherwise, the battery's service life will be drastically shortened.

Installing/Removing the lithium battery

Make sure that the power plug is connected to an AC outlet and turn off the recorder power.

Open the battery cover while pressing the release tab as illustrated.

Insert a lithium battery with the plus (+) side up and push it in.

● To remove the lithium battery, press the latch A down-

ward using a pointed non-metallic object, then pull out the lithium battery.

Close the battery cover until it clicks in place.

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Auto Set Up

IMPORTANT

● Don't press any buttons on the recorder or remote that are not directly related to the step you are performing while Auto Set Up is in progress.

● If you perform Auto Set Up successfully during installation, there's no need to separately perform the Language Select, Clock Set or Channel Set procedures, but if adjustments become necessary they can be performed as follows:

– To change the selected language  pg. 9 – To reset or adjust the time  pg. 10 – To add/delete channels manually  pg. 35 – To reset the tuner after moving to a different location

 pg. 34

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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

The Auto Set Up function simplifies installation by guiding you through the procedures of setting the language, clock and tuner channels — simply follow the on-screen menus that appear.

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.  pg. 3

● The "Video Channel Set" procedure should be done first and the TV should be set to its AV mode (With AV connection  pg. 5) or video channel (With RF connection  pg. 4).

SELECT LANGUAGE

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to your desired language (English, Arabic or Russian), then

press OK or PUSH JOG .

● The Clock Set screen appears.

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SET TIME

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to set the time, then press OK

or PUSH JOG .

● Press and hold either button to delay or advance the time by 30 minutes.

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CLOCK SET

TIME DATE YEAR 0:00 01.01 00

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

SET DATE

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to set the date, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

● Press and hold either button to change the date by 15 days.

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Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to set the year, then press MENU.

SET YEAR

PUSH JOG

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Major Countries TV System

Australia, New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E., Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon, Iraq

China, Mongolia, Russia D/K

Hong Kong I

B/G

PUSH JOG

SELECT TV SYSTEM

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to the appropriate TV system (refer to the table on the left).

START AUTO CHANNEL SET

Press OK or PUSH JOG .

● The Auto Set Up function scans all the channels that

are receivable by your recorder. It then automatically assigns each receivable channels to the PR +/ – buttons. It skips non-receivable channels.

● As Auto Set Up progresses, the " " mark on the screen moves from left to right. (See below.)

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DO NOT press any button on the recorder or remote control while Auto Set Up is in progress.

AUTO CH SET

PLEASE WAIT

START FINISH

During Auto Set Up

"PLEASE WAIT" blinks on the screen and "Auto" blinks on the front display panel.

When Auto Set Up is completed, the lowest position number will appear on the front display panel.

TV Screen

NOTES:

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If you perform Auto Set Up when the aerial cable is not connected properly, "SCAN COMPLETED -NO SIGNAL-" appears on the screen. When this happens, make sure of the aerial connection and press OK; Auto Set Up will take place again.

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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.

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If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to swap channel positions, or to fine-tune channels,

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pg. 35–37.

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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.  "TV System Selection – When you see the picture but the audio can't be heard or sounds unnatural" on page 37.

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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

You can choose whether or not to have various operational indicators appear on screen, by setting this function ON or OFF.

On-Screen Displays

Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

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TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN

Place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET" by pressing

PUSH JOG %ﬁ, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

ENABLE/DISABLE ON-SCREEN DISPLAY

The default setting is "ON", so if you want on-screen

displays, leave the setting as it is and go to step 5. If you don't want the displays to appear, press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "O.S.D." and press OK or PUSH JOG to set to "OFF".

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

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

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FUNCTION SET

PUSH JOG

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

NOTES:

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

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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.

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31. 12. 95

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1– Operation mode indicators 2– Tape speed SP/LP/EP 3– Colour system indicator ( pg. 32) 4– Tape direction 5– Counter display 6– Tape position indicator ( pg. 15) 7– Current day/month/year 8– Clock display 9– Channel position number/Aux. indicator (L-1) 10– Cassette loaded mark

Select

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TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

Language

Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

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PUSH JOG

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to

"INITIAL SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

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FUNCTION SET TUNER SET INITIAL SET

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

ACCESS LANGUAGE SELECT SCREEN

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "LANGUAGE", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

SELECT LANGUAGE

Place the pointer next to the language of your choice (English, Arabic or Russian) by pressing PUSH JOG

%ﬁ, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

MAIN MENU

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Clock Set

Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

TURN THE RECORDER ON

Press .

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "INITIAL SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

ACCESS CLOCK SET SCREEN

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CLOCK SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG . The

Clock Set screen appears.

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET LANGUAGE

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

TIME DATE YEAR 0: 00 01 . 01 00

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

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CLOCK SET

PUSH JOG

SET TIME

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to set the time, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

● Press and hold either button to delay or advance the time by 30 minutes.

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SET DATE

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to set the date, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

● Press and hold either button to change the date by 15 days.

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SET YEAR

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to set the year.

START CLOCK OPERATION

Press MENU.

NOTE:

If the year digits are automatically cleared, it is possible that you have input February 29th in a non-leap year. Input the correct data.

PLAYBACK

PLAY

STOP

PLAY

REW

COLOUR SYSTEM

STOP/EJECT

Basic

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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

Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

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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

point toward the recorder. Don't apply too much pressure when inserting.

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

● Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM button. ( pg. 32)

● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback begins automatically. ( pg. 16)

FIND PROGRAMME START POINT

If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW. To go forward, press FF.

START PLAYBACK

Press PLAY. "BEST" appears blinking in the recorder's display panel during automatic tracking. ( pg. 18)

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP on the remote or STOP/EJECT on the recorder's front panel. Then press STOP/EJECT to

remove the cassette.

Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning cassette--TCL2UX--when:

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

• The picture is unclear or no picture appears.

•“USE CLEANING CASSETTE” appears on the screen (only with “O.S.D.” set to “ON” ( pg. 8).

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Usable cassettes

● 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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REW

PAUSE

PLAY

PLAYBACK (cont.)

Variable-Speed Search

Playback Features

PR +/–

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REW

PUSH JOG

PR +/–

PAUSE

ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED SEARCH

During playback, press PUSH JOG or .

● The more times you press, the faster the playback

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

picture moves.

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

Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback

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PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK

Press PAUSE. If there is vertical jitter, use the PR +/ – buttons to correct the picture.

ACTIVATE FRAME-BY-FRAME PLAYBACK

Press PAUSE.

Press PUSH JOG or .

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

to still picture.

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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ATTENTION

In the search, still, slow-motion or frame-by-frame playback mode,

● the picture will be distorted.

● the noise bars will appear.

● the picture may not appear.

High-Speed Search

ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED SEARCH

During playback or still, press FF for forward highspeed search, or REW for reverse high-speed search.

To resume normal playback, press PLAY.

NOTE:

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

REVIEW

STOP

PLAY

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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 PR +/ – buttons.

OVERRIDE AUTOMATIC

PR +/–

TRACKING

For HR-J377EM Press (SP/LP/EP) on the remote to engage manual

tracking.

For HR-J371EM

Press PR + and – on the recorder at the same time to engage manual tracking.

REW

PAUSE

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

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

● If you have, for example, 3 programmes and you want to watch the first of the 3 programmes, press REVIEW three times. (HR-J377EM: “REVIEW” and “3” appear and blink on the front display panel.) 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.

ADJUST TRACKING MANUALLY

Press PR + or – to adjust tracking.

RETURN TO AUTOMATIC TRACKING

For HR-J377EM Press (SP/LP/EP) on the remote to re-engage

automatic tracking.

For HR-J371EM

Press PR + and – on the recorder at the same time to reengage automatic tracking.

NOTE:

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

Repeat Playback

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

START PLAYBACK

Press PLAY.

ACTIVATE REPEAT PLAYBACK

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

● The Play indicator ( ) on the display panel blinks

slowly.

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

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP at any time to stop playback.

NOTE:

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

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PLAY

REW

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PUSH JOG

30 SEC

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.

ACTIVATE INDEX SEARCH

Press PUSH JOG or (™ or £) on the remote control. "™ 1" or "£ 1" is displayed on screen and

search begins in the 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.

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

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Current position

AB C D E F

–2 –11 2 3

Index number

Skip Search

SKIP OVER UNWANTED SECTIONS

Press 30 SEC 1 to 4 times during playback. Each press initiates a 30-second period of fast-motion playback.

Normal playback resumes automatically.

NOTE:

To return to normal playback during a Skip Search, press PLAY.

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Next Function Memory

The Next Function Memory "tells" the recorder what to do after rewinding. Before continuing, ensure that 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 Timer Standby After Tape Rewind...

...press REW, then press

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‰ within 2 seconds.

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NOTE:

It is not possible to select the Automatic Timer functions if the cassette's record safety tab is removed.

Tape Position Indicator

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. 8) must be set to "ON", or the indicator will not appear.

Beginning

NOTE:

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

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Picture Control

This feature helps you to adjust the playback picture quality according to your preference. *The default setting is "AUTO."

ACCESS MAIN NENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN

Place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET" by pressing

PUSH JOG %ﬁ, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

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SELECT PICTURE CONTROL SET MODE

Place the pointer next to "PICTURE CONTROL" by

pressing PUSH JOG %ﬁ, then press OK or PUSH JOG to select the

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desired mode.

AUTO*: Normally select

EDIT: Select when you dub tapes. SOFT: Select when you want to soften the picture. SHARP: Select when you want to sharpen the picture.

"AUTO." It automatically adjusts the picture quality. * When the B.E.S.T. function is set to "OFF" (

pg. 18), you can only select "NORM" instead of "AUTO."

FUNCTION SET

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

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

NOTES:

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When you select "EDIT", "SHARP" or "SOFT", the selected mode will not change until you select again.

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When you select "EDIT" to dub tapes, be sure to select "AUTO" (or "NORM" when the B.E.S.T. function is set to "OFF") after you finish dubbing the tapes.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

NOTE:

Select EDIT when you are dubbing tapes. Refer to page 30, 31.

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STOP

STOP/EJECT

PLAY

RECORD

PLAY

SP/LP/EP

COLOUR SYSTEM

PR +/–

Basic Recording

Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

RECORDING

TV signals being received by the recorder's built-in tuner can be recorded onto a video tape. You can "capture" a TV programme using your video recorder.

LOAD A CASSETTE

Insert a cassette with the record safety tab intact.

● The counter is reset to 0:00:00 and the recorder

power comes on automatically.

● Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 32).

CHOOSE A PROGRAMME

Press PR +/ – or the NUMBER keys to select the channel you wish to record.

SET TAPE SPEED

Press SP/LP/EP ( ). Check the SP/LP/EP indicator on the recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape

speed.

START RECORDING

Press and hold RECORD and PLAY on the remote control, or press RECORD on the recorder.

B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of each first SP and first LP (or EP) recording after inserting the cassette ( pg. 18).

RECORD

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SP/LP/EP

NUMBER

PR +/–

PAUSE

PAUSE/RESUME RECORDING

Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.

STOP RECORDING

Press STOP on the remote control or STOP/EJECT on the recorder. Then press STOP/EJECT to remove the

cassette.

Recording Resume Function

If there is a power outage during recording (or Instant Timer Recording or timer recording), the recording will resume automatically when power is restored to the recorder unless the recorder's memory backup has expired.

Accidental erasure prevention

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

Record safety tab

Recording

RECORD

Features

PR +/–

0000

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– –:– –

PR +/–

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Record One Programme While Watching Another

SELECT CHANNEL TO WATCH

Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to set the channel controls on the TV for the station you

wish to view.

● The programme selected with the TV's channel controls appears on the TV screen while the one selected with the PR +/ – buttons is recorded on the tape.

Elapsed Recording Time Indication

You can check the exact time of a recording.

SET COUNTER DISPLAY

Press – –:– – until a counter reading appears on the dispay panel.

● By pressing the – –:– – button, you can change the display to show the counter reading, channel position*, clock time. *Channel position is not displayed during playback.

RESET COUNTER

Press 0000 before starting recording or playback.

● The counter is reset to "0:00:00" and shows the exact

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)

This easy method lets you record for from 30 minutes to 6 hours (selectable in 30-min. increments), and shuts the recorder off after recording is finished.

elapsed time as the tape runs.

START RECORDING

Press RECORD on the recorder.

ENGAGE ITR MODE

Press RECORD again. " " blinks and 0:30 appears on the front display panel.

SET RECORDING DURATION

If you want to record for more than 30 minutes, press

RECORD to extend the time. Each press extends

recording time by 30 minutes.

NOTE:

You can only perform ITR using the RECORD button on the recorder's front panel.

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RECORD

PLAY

B.E.S.T. Picture

RECORDING (cont.)

The B.E.S.T. (Biconditional Equalised Signal Tracking) system checks the condition of the tape in use during recording and playback, and compensates to provide the highest-possible recording and playback pictures. The default setting for both recording and playback is "ON".

System

Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

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Preparation

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN

Place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET" by

pressing PUSH JOG %ﬁ, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

ﬁ

SELECT MODE

Place the pointer next to "B.E.S.T." by pressing

PUSH JOG %ﬁ, then press OK or PUSH JOG to set

to "ON" or "OFF".

ﬁ

FUNCTION SET TUNER SET INITIAL SET

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

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

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SET

RECORD

PLAY

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

PAUSE

PUSH JOG

Press MENU.

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Recording

START RECORDING

Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote, or press RECORD on the recorder.

DURING B.E.S.T.

B.E.S.T. COMPLETE

● The recorder spends approximately 7 seconds assessing the condition of the tape, then begins recording.

NOTES:

●

The B.E.S.T. system works for both SP and LP (or EP) modes only after a tape has been inserted and the Record mode is first initiated. It does not work during recording.

●

In the case of timer recording, the B.E.S.T. system works before recording is initiated.

●

Once the cassette is ejected, the B.E.S.T. data is cancelled. The next time the cassette is used for recording, B.E.S.T. is reperformed.

●

Pressing the recorder's RECORD button while "BEST" is displayed does not start Instant Timer Recording ( pg. 17).

Playback

The recorder assesses the quality of the tape once you initiate playback.

START PLAYBACK

Press PLAY.

● The recorder adjusts the playback picture quality based on the quality of the tape in use.

● B.E.S.T. is active during Auto Tracking. "BEST" appears blinking on the recorder's display panel.

NOTES:

●

When watching a tape recorded with "B.E.S.T." set to "ON", it is recommended that you leave B.E.S.T. on during playback as well.

●

When watching a rental tape or one recorded on another video recorder, or when using this recorder as the player for editing, set B.E.S.T. to your preference by performing steps 1 through 5 on page 18.

●

"BEST" only appears at the beginning of automatic tracking. Even though it doesn't appear after that, the B.E.S.T. function is operative.

ATTENTION

Since the B.E.S.T. system works before recording actually starts, there is a delay of approximately 7 seconds after RECORD and PLAY on the remote are pressed, or RECORD on the recorder is pressed. To make sure you record the desired scene or programme in its entirety, first perform the following steps:

1) Press and hold PAUSE and press RECORD to engage the

RECORD PAUSE mode.

●

The recorder then automatically checks the condition

of the tape and, after approximately 7 seconds, reenters RECORD PAUSE.

2) Press PLAY to start recording.

●

If you want to bypass the B.E.S.T. system and begin

recording immediately, set "B.E.S.T." to "OFF" in step 4 on page 18.

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DATE+/–

STOP+/–

COLOUR SYSTEM

Express Timer Programming

Remember, the clock must be set before you can programme the timer ( pg. 10).

TIMER RECORDING (cont.)

ACCESS TIMER PROGRAMMING SCREEN

Press PROG (If you're just starting out, "P1" appears).

START STOP –:– – = –:– –

DATE TV PROG

– –.– –– – [+/–] = [PROG] : EXIT

– P1 –

Before performing the following steps:

● Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place. The recorder will come on automatically.

● Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

● Select the appropriate colour system by pressing the

COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 32).

START+/–

PROG

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PR +/–

ENTER PROGRAMME START TIME

Press START +/– to enter the time you want

recording to start.

● Press and hold START +/– to move in 30-

minute increments, or press and release repeatedly to move 1 minute at a time.

START STOP 21:00 = –:– –

DATE TV PROG

– –.– –– – [+/–] = [PROG] : EXIT

ENTER PROGRAMME STOP TIME

Press STOP +/– to enter the time you want recording to stop.

● Press and hold STOP +/– to move in 30-minute

increments, or press and release repeatedly to move 1 minute at a time.

ENTER PROGRAMME DATE

Press DATE +/–. (The current date appears on screen. The date you enter appears in its place.)

ENTER CHANNEL POSITION

Press PR +/–.

START STOP

21:00 = 22:00

DATE TV PROG

25.04 10 [+/–] = [PROG] : EXIT

– P1 –

DAILY

PROG

SP/LP/EP

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SP/LP/EP

WEEKLY

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SET TAPE SPEED

Press SP/LP/EP ( ) to set the tape speed.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

After confirming all information is correct, press PROG or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears on the

screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen appears.

● Repeat steps 1 – 7 for each additional programme.

ENGAGE RECORDER'S TIMER MODE

‰‰

Press

‰. The recorder turns off automatically and "‰"

‰‰

appears on the display panel.

● To disengage the timer, press

To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .

. . . anytime during steps 2 through 7, press WEEKLY (NUMBER key "9") for weekly serials or DAILY (NUMBER key "8") for daily serials (Monday–Friday). Either "WEEKLY" or "DAILY" appears on the screen. Pressing the button again makes the corresponding indication disappear.

(HR-J371EM)

At the programme check screen

When the weekly serials are programmed, a day of the week appears. When the daily serials are programmed, "DAILY" appears.

‰‰

‰ again.

‰‰

NOTE:

You can programme this recorder to timer-record as many as 8 programmes. If you try to programme the recorder to record a ninth, "PROGRAM FULL" appears on screen. To record the extra programme, you must first cancel any unnecessary programmes ( pg. 22).

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DATE+/–

STOP+/–

SP/LP/EP

START+/–

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PUSH JOG

PR +/–

TIMER RECORDING (cont.)

Check, Cancel And Replace Programmes

DISENGAGE TIMER MODE

‰‰

Press

‰, then press .

‰‰

ACCESS PROGRAMME CHECK SCREEN

‰‰

Press

‰?.

‰‰

ACCESS PROGRAMME SCREEN

‰‰

Press

‰? again to check

‰‰

more information. Each

time you press next programme's information appears.

‰‰

‰?, the

‰‰

PR START STOP CH DATE 1 8:00 10:00 3 24.04 2 10:00 10:45 2 TUE 3 11:30 13:00 1 25.04 4 5 6 7 8

‰‰

[

‰? ] : NEXT

‰‰

– P1 – START STOP 8:00 = 10:00

DATE TV PROG 24:04 3

‰‰

[

‰? ] : NEXT

‰‰

To cancel or replace a programme...

CANCEL OR REPLACE A PROGRAMME

Press to cancel a programme. To replace a programme, press the appropriate button: START+/–,

STOP+/–, DATE+/–, PR+/–, SP/LP/EP ( ).

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

‰‰

Press

‰? as many times as necessary. If there are still

‰‰

some programmes remaining, go on to step 6.

RETURN TO TIMER MODE

‰‰

Press

‰.

‰‰

START+/–

DATE+/–

STOP+/–

SP/LP/EP

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When programmes overlap each other

If “PROGRAM OVERLAPPED” appears, you have another programme overlapping the programme you have just made. The Programme Check screen appears and conflicting programmes will start blinking.

PR START STOP CH DATE

PR +/–

PROGRAM OVERLAPPED

Example: Programme 1 (you have just made) and Programme 4 overlap each other.

1 8:00 10:00 3 24.04

2 10:00 10:45 2 TUE 3 11:30 13:00 1 25.04 4 9:00 10:00 92 DAILY 5 6 7 8 [5/∞] =

[PROG] : EXIT

CONFIRM THE OVERLAPPING PROGRAMMES

Overlapping programmes blink on the TV screen.

PUSH JOG

SELECT THE PROGRAMME TO MODIFY

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

● You can only select one of the overlapping

programmes.

NOTE:

If you do not mind this overlap, press the timer programme setting. The programme with the lower programme number will be recorded and the other one will not be recorded correctly. If no changes are made for approximately 1 minute, the recorder will return to the normal screen.

CANCEL OR CHANGE PROGRAMME SETTING

To cancel a programme, press when the Programme screen you do not want is shown. “PROGRAM

COMPLETED” appears on the TV screen for about 5 seconds, then the normal screen appears. To change

a programme, press the appropriate button: START+/-, STOP +/-, DATE+/-, PR+/- and/or SP/LP/EP ( )

when the Programme screen on which you want to make changes is shown, then press OK. “PROGRAM COMPLETED” appears on the TV screen for about 5 seconds, then the normal screen appears.

PROG

to finish

NOTE:

If the overlap is not yet solved, or another overlap occurs with the timer programme setting after making the last correction on a programme, the conflicting programmes will be shown on the Programme Check screen again. Repeat the above steps again until the overlap is solved.

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TIMER RECORDING (cont.)

Auto SP→LP Timer

If, when timer-recording in SP mode, there is not enough tape to record the entire programme, the recorder automatically switches to LP mode (with PAL broadcasts) or EP mode (with NTSC broadcasts) to allow complete recording.

For Example . . .

Recording a PAL-broadcast programme of 210 minutes in length onto a 180-minute tape.

Approximately 150 minutes Approximately 60 minutes

SP mode LP mode

Total 210 minutes

Make sure you set "AUTO SP→LP TIMER" to "ON" at the Function Set screen before the timer-recording starts.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "FUNCTION SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

SELECT MODE

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to

"AUTO SP→LP TIMER", then press OK or PUSH

JOG to select "ON".

FUNCTION SET

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

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

Auto Timer

When the Auto Timer is set to ON the timer is automatically engaged when the recorder power is turned off and automatically disengaged when the recorder is powered back on.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS FUNCTION SET SCREEN

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to

"FUNCTION SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

SELECT MODE

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to

"AUTO TIMER", then press OK or PUSH JOG to select either "ON" or "OFF".

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SET TUNER SET INITIAL SET

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

FUNCTION SET

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

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

NOTES:

●

If you have programmed the recorder to timer-record 2 or more programmes, the second programme and those thereafter may not fit on the tape if you set "AUTO SP→LP TIMER" to "ON". In this case, make sure the mode is not engaged, then set the tape speed manually during timer programming.

●

In order to ensure that the recording fits on the tape, this feature may leave a slight non-recorded section at the end of the tape.

●

There may be some noise and sound disturbance at the point on the tape where the recorder switches from SP to LP (or EP) mode.

●

The Auto SP→LP Timer feature is not available during ITR (Instant Timer Recording), and the feature will not work properly with any tapes longer than E-180 or with some tapes of shorter lengths.

NOTE:

For safety, when Auto timer is set to "OFF", all other recorder functions are disabled while the Timer mode is engaged. To disengage the timer, press

‰‰

‰

‰‰

Automatic Sat-

SP/LP/EP

REC LINK

ellite Program Recording

REC LINC indicator

EN 25

This facility allows you to automatically record a satellite program which is timer-programmed on your external satellite receiver. Connect a satellite receiver to the recorder's rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors and program the timer on the satellite receiver; the recorder starts recording when the signals input from the satellite receiver to the rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors, and when there is no input signals the recorder stops recording and the power shuts off.

Before performing the following steps:

• Program the timer on the satellite receiver.

• Insert a cassette with the safety tab in place.

SET TAPE SPEED

Press SP/LP/EP to set the tape speed.

ENGAGE AUTO SATELLITE PROG REC MODE

Press and hold REC LINK for about 2 seconds. The REC LINK indicator lights up and the recorder turns off

automatically.

● To disengage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode, press REC LINK. The REC LINK indicator goes off.

● If the recorder's power is off, it is not possible to

engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode.

ATTENTION

● Be sure not to turn on the satellite receiver before the program is executed; otherwise, the recorder will start recording when the satellite receiver's power is turned on.

● If you have connected another appliance other than a satellite receiver to the rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors, be sure not to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode; otherwise, the recorder will start recording when the connected appliance's power is turned on.

● Auto Satellite Prog recording and timer-recording cannot be done at the same time.

NOTES:

●

Auto Satellite Prog recording is only possible with the rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors.

●

When the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode is engaged or the recorder's power is turned off after Auto Satellite Prog recording is finished, the recorder will not enter the Timer mode even though “AUTO TIMER” is set to “ON”.

●

For timer programming of the satellite receiver, refer to the instruction manual of the satellite receiver.

●

Auto Satellite Prog recording is not possible if your satellite receiver does not have a timer.

●

The REC LINK indicator blinks while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress.

●

Pressing the recorder's button while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress turns off and recorder's power and disengages the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode.

●

If there is more than one satellite program you wish to record with Auto Satellite Prog Recording, it is not possible to set a different tape speed for each; the tape speed selected in step 1 will apply to all the programs for Auto Satellite Prog recording.

●

The B.E.S.T. (  pg. 18) does not work while Auto Satellite Prog recording is in progress.

●

Depending on the type of satellite receiver, the recorder may not record a short portion at the beginning of the program or may record slightly longer than the actual length of the program.

●

If you engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode when the satellite receiver's power is on, the recorder will not start Auto Satellite Prog recording even though the REC LINK indicator blinks. When the satellite receiver shuts off once and is turned back on again, the recorder starts recording.

●

You can also record a program from your cable system in the same way if the system has a timer and is connected to the recorder's rear AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors.

●

When you press the recorder's REC LINK button to engage the Auto Satellite Prog Rec mode, if the REC LINK indicator does not light but instead blinks quickly even though your satellite receiver's power is off, Auto Satellite Prog Recording will not work properly with that satellite receiver*. If this is the case, perform “Express Timer Programming” (  pg. 20) to timer-record a satellite program. *

Some satellite receivers output signals even if the power is off. Auto Satellite Prog Recording is not possible with those satellite receivers.

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NUMBER "2"

Remote Control

SPECIAL FEATURES

Remote A/B Code Switching

The remote control is capable of controlling two JVC video recorders independently; one set to respond to the remote control's A code control signals and another set to respond to B code control signals. The remote control is preset to send A code signals because your video recorder is initially set to respond to A code signals. You can easily modify your video recorder to respond to B code signals.

Functions

VCR

NUMBER "1"

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REMOVE POWER SUPPLY

Unplug the mains power cord from the mains outlet.

SET REMOTE CONTROL CODE

While holding down VCR on the remote control, press

the NUMBER key "2" and then press OK.

RE-SUPPLY POWER

Plug the mains power cord back into the mains outlet.

TURN THE RECORDER ON

Press on the remote control. The recorder will now only respond to B code signals.

NOTE:

To set the recorder back to respond to A code signals, repeat the same procedure as shown above except pressing NUMBER key "1" instead of "2" in step 2.

VCR

TV/VCR

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TV Multi-brand Remote Control

Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your TV set. In addition to JVC TVs, other manufacturer's TVs can also be controlled.

Before you start . . .

NUMBER

● Turn on the TV using its remote control.

SET TV BRAND CODE

Refer to the chart below. While holding down TV on the recorder's remote control, enter your TV's brand

code using the NUMBER keys, then press OK. Check if the TV's power goes off as it should. If it does, try other operations ( step 2).

● Once you have set the remote control to operate the TV, you don't have to repeat this step until you replace your remote control's batteries.

● Some TV brands have more than one code. If the TV does not function with one code, try entering another.

TV PR+/–

TV +/–

ATTENTION

The remote control can operate not only the video recorder but also some of your TV's functions.

● To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button

to set the remote control to the Video mode.

● To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the

remote control to the TV mode.

● To operate your satellite receiver, cable box or DVD, first

press the CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to the satellite receiver, cable box or DVD mode.

Control Your TV Using Additional Buttons

Use the NUMBER keys, and the button, button or button to select the TV's channel.

● With televisions under Code 01, 02, 07, 08, 10, 11, 14, 20, 22, 23, 24, 25, 27, 33, 35, 38, 40 or 42, the button corresponds to the 1-digit/2-digit entry switching button (often labelled – /– –) of your TV's remote control.

● With televisions under Code 01, 16, 28, 29, 34 or 39, the button corresponds to the 10 + button, and the corresponds to the 20 + button of your TV's remote control.

‰‰

‰ button

‰‰

NOTE:

The way these buttons are used is determined by your TV. Use these buttons as instructed for your TV's remote control.

‰‰

‰

‰‰

OPERATE TV

First, press TV to set the remote control to TV mode, then press the corresponding button: , TV PR +/–,

TV/VCR, TV +/– (Volume), (Muting), NUMBER keys.

● For some brands of TV, you must press OK after having pressed the NUMBER keys.

IMPORTANT

Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC televisions, as well as many other models, it may not work with your TV, or in some instances, may have limited function capability.

TV BRAND NAME CODE

JVC 01, 23, 24, 25 AIWA 36 BEIJING 22 CCE 02 CHANGHONG 34 DAEWOO 17, 37 FERGUSON 27 FINLUX 30 FUNAI 32 GRADIENTE 15 GRUNDIG 19 HITACHI 10 ITT 28 JINXING 38 KONKA 40 LG/GOLDSTAR 18 MITSUBISHI 03 MIVER 29 NEC 20 NOBLEX 22 NOKIA 31 PANASONIC 04, 11 PEONY 34, 38, 39 PHILICO 10, 17, 21 PHILIPS 02, 42 SAMSUNG 12, 33, 34, 35 SANYO 13, 16 SHARP 06 SONY 07 TCL 41 THOMSON 26 TOSHIBA 08, 14

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PLAY

CABLE/SAT/DVD

VCR

Multi-brand Remote Control

For satellite receiver, cable box and DVD

Your remote control can operate the basic functions of your satellite receiver , cable box or DVD.

Before you start . . .

● Turn on the satellite receiver, cable box or DVD using its remote control.

REW

STOP

TV PR+/–

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NUMBER

+/–

ATTENTION

The remote control can operate not only the video recorder but also some of your TV, cable box, satellite receiver and DVD.

● To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button

to set the remote control to the Video mode.

● To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the

remote control to the TV mode.

● To operate your satellite receiver, cable box or DVD, first

press the CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to the satellite receiver, cable box or DVD mode.

SET BRAND CODE

Refer to the chart below. While holding down CABLE/ SAT/DVD on the recorder's remote control, enter one

of the brand code corresponding to the make of your unit using the NUMBER keys, then press OK. Check if the unit's power goes off as it should. If it does, try other operations ( step 2).

● Once you have set the remote control to operate the unit, you don't have to repeat this step until you replace your remote control's batteries.

● Some brands have more than one code. If the unit does not function with one code, try entering another.

OPERATE UNIT

First, press CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to unit mode, then press the corresponding button:

For satellite receiver and cable box . . .

, TV PR +/–, NUMBER keys.

For DVD. . .

, PLAY, STOP, PAUSE, FF, REW, @#(4¢) keys.

● For some brands of unit, you must press OK after having pressed the NUMBER keys.

IMPORTANT

Although the provided remote control unit is compatible with JVC satelite receiver and DVD, as well as many other models, it may not work with your unit, or in some instances, may have limited function capability.

NOTES:

●

It's not possible to set the two units at the same time. You can only set the remote control to operate one of these units at a time.

●

You have to subscribe to a satellite or cable service to receive satellite or cable channels.

EN 29

Cable Box or Satellite Receiver Multi-brand Code

CABLE BOX BRAND NAME CODE

JVC 72, 73, AMSTRAD 60, 61, 62, 63, 92 BT 72 CANAL+ 81 CANAL SATELLITE 81 D-box 85 ECHOSTAR 51, 78, 79, 80, 82 FINLUX 68 GALAXIS 69, 88 GRUNDIG 64, 65 HIRSCHMANN 64 ITT 68 JERROLD 01, 04, 06, 11, 12, 15,

28, 75 KATHREIN 70, 71 LUXOR 68 MASPRO 70 NOKIA 68, 87 PACE 67, 86, 92 PANASONIC 13, 14, 74 PFT 69 PHILIPS 66, 84 PHONOTREND 69 SALORA 68 SKYMASTER 69 TPS 83 VIDEOWAY 03, 09, 22, 76, 77 WISI 64

DVD Multi-brand Code

DVD BRAND NAME CODE

JVC 55 MATSUSHITA 58 PHILIPS 56 TOSHIBA 57

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COLOUR SYSTEM

EDITING

You can use your video recorder as the source player or the recording deck.

Edit To Or From Another Video Recorder

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NUMBER "0"

IMPORTANT:

● To edit, both the player and the recorder must be of the

same colour system. Press your recorder's COLOUR SYSTEM button to select the appropriate colour system.

● For more information on multi-system compatibility,

 pg. 32.

PR +/–

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Connect the player's AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connector to the recorder's AUDIO/VIDEO IN connector.

● Use the L connector for monaural connection.

SET RECORDING DECK'S INPUT MODE

Set to AUX. With this video recorder, press NUMBER key "0" and/or PR +/ – to "L-1".

SELECT "EDIT" FOR PICTURE CONTROL SET MODE

Follow the "Picture Control" section on page 15, then select "EDIT."

START SOURCE PLAYER

Engage its Play mode.

START RECORDING DECK

Engage its Record mode.

NOTES:

●

All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.

●

When you use this recorder as the player for editing, be sure to set "O.S.D." to "OFF" before starting ( pg. 8).

●

NTSC tapes being played back in the NTSC [ PAL mode ( pg. 33) cannot be dubbed to another recorder.

●

When you dub an NTSC tape using your recorder as the playback deck, select NTSC 3.58 (or NTSC 4.43) with the COLOUR SYSTEM button ( pg. 32).

●

When you select "EDIT" to dub tapes, be sure to select "AUTO" (or "NORM" when the B.E.S.T. function is set to "OFF") after you finish dubbing the tapes ( pg. 15).

VIDEO CHANNEL

Your recorderPlayerTV Receiver Recorder Your recorder

AV Cable (not provided)

RF Cable (provided)

Another recorder

Recorder Player

AV Cable (not provided)

Another recorder

TV Receiver

VIDEO CHANNEL

RF Cable (provided)

EN 31

COLOUR SYSTEM

You can use a camcorder as the source player and your video recorder as the recorder.

Edit From A Camcorder

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PR +/–

MAKE CONNECTIONS

Connect the camcorder's AUDIO/VIDEO OUT connectors to the recorder's rear panel AUDIO/VIDEO input

connectors.

● Use the L connector for monaural connection.

SET RECORDER'S INPUT MODE

Press NUMBER key "0" and/or PR +/ – so that "L-1" appears on the display panel.

SELECT "EDIT" FOR PICTURE CONTROL SET MODE

Follow the "Picture Control" section on page 15, then select "EDIT."

START CAMCORDER

Engage its Play mode.

START RECORDER

Engage its Record mode.

Recorder

Camcorder

VIDEO OUT

AUDIO OUT

Your recorder

VIDEO IN

AV Cable (not provided)

AUDIO IN

NOTES:

●

All necessary cables can be obtained from your dealer.

●

You can also use another video recorder as the player instead of a camcorder.

●

When you select "EDIT" to dub tapes in step 3, be sure to select "AUTO" (or "NORM" when B.E.S.T. is set to "OFF") after you finish dubbing the tapes(

IMPORTANT:

● To edit, both the player and the recorder must be of the

same colour system. Press your recorder's COLOUR SYSTEM button to select the appropriate colour system.

● PAL, SECAM and NTSC camcorders can be used as a player for editing.

● For more information on multi-system compatibility,

 pg. 32.



pg. 15).

Player

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INFORMATION ON MULTI-SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY

Setting Of The Colour System Select Buttons

Mode Display

AUTO

COLOUR SYSTEM

* "NTSC[PAL" and "SECAM" appear during playback only.

NTSC 3.58

NTSC 4.43

NTSC

SECAM*

PAL*

PAL

MESECAM

(HR-J377EM only)

Use the COLOUR SYSTEM button on the front panel to select the colour system. Pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM displays the current setting on the screen. While the current setting is displayed, press COLOUR SYSTEM again to change the mode as illustrated on the left. The On-Screen display will show which mode is selected.

Mode Description

AUTO Usually set to this mode. This mode

automatically detects PAL, NTSC, SECAM or MESECAM and adjusts to the colour system being recorded or played back. When it does not perform properly, set the colour system manually.

MANUAL For recording, there is a choice of 4

selectable modes; PAL/MESECAM/NTSC

3.58/NTSC4.43. Select the mode that matches the colour signal being received. For playback, there are additional modes, NTSC[PAL, and SECAM (HR-J377EM only). The NTSC[PAL mode allows NTSC tapes to be played back and viewed on PAL TVs.

NOTES:

●

In the AUTO mode, NTSC signals will be automatically recorded as NTSC 3.58.

●

In the AUTO mode, NTSC tapes will be played back as NTSC

3.58.

●

SECAM signals will always be recorded as MESECAM. Select the AUTO or the MESECAM mode when recording SECAM signals.

●

(HR-J377EM) When playing back a SECAM tape, select the AUTO, MESECAM or SECAM mode. The playback picture will always be monochrome in the MESECAM mode. In the SECAM mode, only SP recordings can be played back on this recorder. Be sure to select the AUTO mode after you finish viewing a SECAM tape in the SECAM mode. (HR-J371EM) When playing back a SECAM tape, select the AUTO or MESECAM mode. The playback picture will always be monochrome.

●

In the NTSC4.43 mode, with some TVs, on-screen displays (Program screen etc.) may roll up or down and there may be a loss of colour. When this happens, select the AUTO mode.

Off-Air Recording

The built-in multi-system tuner is capable of receiving PAL B/G, I and D/K, and SECAM B/G and D/K broadcasts.

TV system Recorded tape

PAL B/G, I, D/K

SECAM B/G, D/K (OIRT)

Multi-system tuner (B/G, I, D/K)

HR-J377EM/HR-J371EM

Recording circuit

PAL

MESECAM

PAL

MESECAM

NOTE:

This model does not operate in BRAZIL (PAL-M) or ARGENTINA (PAL-N).

Playback

This recorder can play back all 4 types of recorded tape.

Recorded tape

PAL

Playback circuit

PAL

HR-J377EM/HR-J371EM

EN 33

Multi-system receiver

MESECAM

NTSC

Manual switching

SECAM

MESECAM

NTSC[PAL

NTSC 3.58 MHz

Manual switching

NTSC 4.43 MHz

SECAM

(HR-J377EM only)

Built-in RFconverter K, I, G, H

RF OUT

VIDEO OUT AUDIO OUT

PAL (B/G, D/K, I, H) NTSC (M)

Multi-system monitor

PAL SECAM NTSC 3.58 NTSC 4.43

NOTES:

When viewing NTSC tapes on a PAL TV set:

●

The picture may shrink vertically with black bars appearing at the top and bottom of the screen. This is not a malfunction on the part of the video recorder nor the TV.

●

The picture may roll up or 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.)

●

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

ATTENTION:

When this recorder is connected to a multi-system TV, the audio signal may not be heard or may be noisy if the colour system select switch of the TV is adjusted to the AUTO position. In such a case, set the TV's colour system select switch to the appropriate position which corresponds to the TV system you have selected at the TV System Select screen.

Tape-To-Tape Editing

There are 4 different types of recorded tape, depending on the signal recorded.

PAL

MESECAM

SECAM

NTSC

Recorded tape Playback equipment Dubbed tape

PAL

MESECAM

SECAM

NTSC 3.58 MHz

NTSC 4.43 MHz

HR-J377EM/HR-J371EM

Recording circuit

NTSC 3.58 MHz

NTSC 4.43 MHz

PAL

MESECAM

PAL

MESECAM

NTSC

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TUNER SET

Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).

123

456

PR +/–

PUSH JOG

IMPORTANT

Perform the following steps only if auto channel set has not been set correctly by Auto Set Up function ( pg. 6) or if you have moved to a different area or if a new station starts broadcasting in your area.

Your recorder needs to memorise all necessary stations in channel positions in order to record TV programmes. Auto Channel Set automatically assigns all receivable stations in your area so that you can call them up with the PR +/ – buttons without going through any vacant channels.

Auto Channel Set

TURN ON THE RECORDER

Press .

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to

"TUNER SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

ﬁ

MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SET TUNER SET INITIAL SET

SELECT AUTO CH SET MODE

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to

"AUTO CH SET", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

ﬁ

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

TUNER SET

CH EDIT AUTO CH SET

EN 35

SELECT TV SYSTEM

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to

the appropriate TV system (refer to the table on page

7), then press OK or PUSH JOG .

ﬁ

● Auto Channel Set will start.

START FINISH

AUTO CH SET

PLEASE WAIT

TV SYSTEM SELECT

B/G D/K I

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

CH FRQ SYS CH FRQ SYS 01 150 BG 07 229 BG 02 165 BG 08 237 BG 03 195 BG 09 355 BG 04 205 BG 10 365 BG 05 213 BG 11 374 BG 06 221 BG 12 384 BG

[5/∞] = [ [5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

] : DELETE

: EDIT

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

IMPORTANT

● If no sound accompanies the picture or the audio sounds unnatural on some channels that have been stored by Auto Channel Set, the TV system setting for those channels may be incorrect. Select the appropriate TV system for those channels.  "TV System Selection – When you see the picture but the audio can't be heard or sounds unnatural" on page 37.

● Since your video recorder memorizes all detected stations even if the reception condition is poor, some of those stored stations may produce a noisy picture. To delete those stations,  "Delete A Channel" on page 36.

Major Countries TV System

Australia, New Zealand, Kuwait, U.A.E., Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Morocco, Lebanon, Iraq

China, Mongolia, Russia D/K

Hong Kong I

B/G

Manual Channel Set

Store channels that were not stored during Auto Set Up ( pg. 6) or Auto Channel Set ( pg. 34).

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 32.

ACCESS CHANNEL LIST

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

ﬁ

SELECT POSITION

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to an open channel position, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

SELECT BAND

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to the band of your choice, then press OK to initiate Manual

Channel Set.

BAND SELECT

VHF L

VHF H

UHF

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

SET DESIRED STATION

The screen to the right appears when a station is

detected.

If you do not want to store the detected station...

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CONTINUE", then press OK or PUSH JOG . Channel search will resume.

If you want to store the detected station...

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "STORE", then press OK or PUSH JOG . The Channel List appears again.

● The blueback screen and the TV picture currently being broadcast appear alternately for 8 seconds each.

● If you want to store another channel, repeat steps 3 – 5.

● When channel search completes for that band, the

Band Select screen appears again. To set channels for other bands, select another band and start Manual Channel Set again ( step 4 and 5).

● For fine tuning adjustment, see "Fine-Tuning Channels" on page 37.

ﬁ

MANUAL CH SET

PLEASE WAIT

VHF L 300MHZ

[MENU] : EXIT

STORE

CONTINUE

[5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

ﬁ

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

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TUNER SET (cont.)

Delete A Channel

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 34.

ACCESS CHANNEL LIST

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

SELECT CHANNEL

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to until the channel you want

to delete begins blinking.

CH FRQ SYS CH FRQ SYS 01 150 BG 07 229 BG 02 165 BG 08 237 BG 03 195 BG 09 355 BG 04 205 BG 10 365 BG 05 213 BG 11 374 BG 06 221 BG 12 384 BG

[5/∞] = [ [5/∞] = [MENU] : EXIT

DELETE CHANNEL

Press .

● To re-store it, simply

press PUSH JOG .

● Repeat steps 3 – 4 as

necessary.

CH FRQ SYS CH FRQ SYS 01 – – –– – 07 229 BG 02 165 BG 08 237 BG 03 195 BG 09 355 BG 04 205 BG 10 365 BG 05 213 BG 11 374 BG 06 221 BG 12 384 BG

[5/∞] = [ ] : ADD [MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

ﬁ

] : DELETE

: EDIT

Swap Channel Positions

Example:To swap CH03 and CH09.

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 32.

ACCESS CHANNEL LIST

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

SELECT POSITION (e.g. 03)

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ until the section of CH "03"

begins blinking, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

● Only "03" will blink.

SELECT POSITION (e.g. 09)

Press NUMBER keys to input "0" and "9".

● The two selected channels will be swapped.

● To cancel the channel swapping, press PUSH

JOG .

STORE NEW POSITIONS

Press OK or PUSH JOG .

● Repeat steps 3 – 5 as necessary.

ﬁ

CH FRQ SYS CH FRQ SYS 01 150 BG 07 229 BG 02 165 BG 08 237 BG 03 195 BG 09 355 BG 04 205 BG 10 365 BG 05 213 BG 11 374 BG 06 221 BG 12 384 BG [0 – 9]: INPUT CH

: FINE TUNING

[MENU] : EXIT

CH FRQ SYS CH FRQ SYS 01 150 BG 07 229 BG 02 165 BG 08 237 BG 03 355 BG 09 195 BG 04 205 BG 10 365 BG 05 213 BG 11 374 BG 06 221 BG 12 384 BG [ ]: CANCEL

: OK

[MENU] : EXIT

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

EN 37

Fine-Tuning Channels

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 32.

ACCESS CHANNEL LIST

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

SELECT CHANNEL TO FINE-TUNE

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ until the channel you want to

tune begins blinking, then press OK twice.

● The "FRQ" number for that channel starts blinking.

CH FRQ SYS CH FRQ SYS 01 150 BG 07 229 BG 02 165 BG 08 237 BG 03 195 BG 09 355 BG 04 205 BG 10 365 BG 05 213 BG 11 374 BG 06 221 BG 12 384 BG [5/∞] : FINE TUNING

: SELECT SYSTEM

[MENU] : EXIT

PERFORM TUNING

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ until the picture becomes clearer, then press OK or PUSH JOG .

● Repeat steps 3 and 4 as necessary.

ﬁ

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

TV System Selection – When you see the picture but the audio can't be heard or sounds unnatural

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Perform steps 1 – 3 of "Auto Channel Set" on page 32.

ﬁ

ACCESS CHANNEL LIST

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to place the pointer next to "CH EDIT", then press OK or PUSH JOG .

ﬁ

SELECT CHANNEL

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ until the channel you want to

change its TV system begins blinking, then press OK three times.

● The "SYS" display for that channel starts blinking.

SELECT TV SYSTEM

Press PUSH JOG %ﬁ to select the appropriate TV system (BG [ DK [ I). Then press OK or

PUSH JOG .

● Repeat steps 3 and 4 as necessary.

ﬁ

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

CH FRQ SYS CH FRQ SYS 01 150 BG 07 229 BG 02 165 BG 08 237 BG 03 195 BG 09 355 BG 04 205 BG 10 365 BG 05 213 BG 11 374 BG 06 221 BG 12 384 BG [5/∞] : SELECT SYSTEM

: OK

[MENU] : EXIT

38 EN

Before requesting service for a problem, use this chart and see if you can repair the trouble yourself. Small problems are often easily corrected, and this can save you the trouble of sending your video recorder off for repair.

TROUBLESHOOTING

POWER

SYMPTOM

1. No power is applied to the recorder.

2. The clock is functioning properly, but the recorder cannot be powered.

3. The remote control won't function.

TAPE TRANSPORT

SYMPTOM

1. The tape does not run during recording.

2. The tape will not rewind or fastforward.

PLAYBACK

SYMPTOM

1. The playback picture does not appear while the tape is running.

2. Noise appears during visual search.

3. Noise appears during normal playback.

4. Noise appears during slow-motion playback.

5. Noise appears during still playback.

6. The playback picture is blurred or interrupted while TV broadcasts are clear.

7. Playback picture has a loss of colour.

8. No sound accompanies the playback picture.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● The mains power cord is disconnected.

● "‰" is displayed on the display panel with Auto Timer set to "OFF".

● The batteries are discharged.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● " " is displayed on the display panel.

● The tape is already fully rewound or fast-forwarded.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● If you're using the RF OUT connection . . . . . . the TV receiver's channel selector is not set to the VIDEO channel. . . . the recorder's VIDEO channel has not been correctly set.

● If you're using the AV connection, the TV receiver is not set to the AV mode.

● This is normal.

● The automatic tracking mode is

engaged.

● The automatic tracking mode is engaged.

● The video heads may be dirty.

● The wrong colour system is selected

for the tape being played back.

● The wrong colour system was selected during recording.

● The TV system you have selected at the TV System Select screen is incorrect.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Connect the mains power cord.

Press the indicator off.

Replace the dead batteries with new ones.

‰‰

‰ button to turn the "‰"

‰‰

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Press PLAY to turn the " " indicator off.

Check the cassette.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

If you are using the RF OUT connection . . . . . . set the TV receiver to the VIDEO channel. ( pg. 4) . . . Perform "Video Channel Set" ( pg. 4) If you are using the AV connection, set the TV to its AV mode.

Try manual tracking. ( pg. 13)

Press PR + or – a few times to remove the noise bars from the screen.

Use a dry cleaning cassette TCL-2UX or consult your JVC dealer.

Select the correct colour system by pressing the COLOUR SYSTEM button. ( pg. 32) Once recorded, the signal cannot be corrected. Be sure to choose the correct setting before recording.

Set it to the correct position for the TV broadcast system used in your area. ( pg. 37)

RECORDING

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SYMPTOM

1. Recording cannot be started.

2. TV broadcasts cannot be recorded.

3. Tape-to-tape editing is not possible.

4. Camcorder recording is not possible.

TIMER RECORDING

SYMPTOM

1. Timer recording won't work.

2. On-screen timer programming is not possible.

3. "‰" and "]" on the display panel won't stop blinking.

4. The cassette is automatically ejected, and "‰" and "]" on the display panel won't stop blinking.

5. "‰" blinks for 10 seconds and the Timer mode is disengaged.

6. The cassette is automatically ejected, the power shuts off and "‰" and "]" won't stop blinking.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● There is no cassette loaded, or the cassette loaded has had its Record Safety tab removed.

● "L-1" has been selected as the input mode.

● The source (another video recorder, camcorder) has not been properly connected.

● All necessary power switches have not been turned on.

● The input mode is not correct.

● The camcorder has not been

properly connected.

● The input mode is not correct.

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● The clock and/or the timer have been set incorrectly.

● The timer is not engaged.

● Timer recording is in progress.

● The timer is engaged but there's no

cassette loaded.

● The loaded cassette has had its Record Safety tab removed.

‰‰

●

‰ has been pressed when there are

‰‰

no programs in memory, or the timer record information has been programmed incorrectly.

● The end of the tape was reached during timer recording.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Insert a cassette, or using adhesive tape, reseal the slot where the tab was removed.

Set to the desired channel.

Confirm that the source is properly connected.

Confirm that all units' power switches are turned on. Set the input mode to "L-1".

Confirm that the camcorder is properly connected. Set the input mode to "L-1".

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Re-perform the clock and/or timer settings.

‰‰

Press

‰ and confirm that "‰" is

‰‰

displayed on the display panel.

Timer programming can't be performed while a timer recording is in progress. Wait until it finishes.

Load a cassette with the Record Safety tab intact, or cover the hole using adhesive tape.

Remove the cassette and cover the hole with adhesive tape, or insert a cassette with the Record Safety tab intact.

Check the programmed data and reprogram as necessary, then press again.

The programme may not have been recorded in its entirety. Next time make sure you have enough time on the tape to record the entire programme.

‰‰

‰

‰‰

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

EN 41

PLAYBACK

Q. What happens if the end of the tape is reached

during playback or search?

A. The tape is automatically rewound to the beginning.

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Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the

still mode?

A. No. It stops automatically after 5 minutes to protect

the heads.

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Q. During search, slow, still and frame-by-frame

playback, I can't hear any audio. What's the problem?

A. This is normal.

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Q. When returning from multi-speed search to normal

playback, the picture is disturbed. Should I be concerned about this?

A. No, it is normal.

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Q. Noise bars appear during multi-speed search. What's

the problem?

A. This is normal.

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Q. Other than preventing further recording, what effect

does removing the Record Safety tab have?

A. It disables marking of index codes.

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Q. Sometimes, during Index Search, the video recorder

can't find the programme I want to see. Why not?

A. There may be index codes too close together.

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RECORDING

Q. When I pause and then resume a recording, the end

of the recording before the pause is overlapped by the beginning of the continuation of recording. Why does this happen?

A. This is normal. It reduces distortion at the pause and

resume points.

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Q. Can the video recorder indefinitely remain in the

Record-Pause mode?

A. No. The video recorder goes to its Stop mode auto-

matically after 5 minutes to protect the heads.

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Q. What happens if the tape runs out during recording? A. The video recorder automatically rewinds it to the

beginning.

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TIMER RECORDING

Q. " " and "‰" remain lit on the display panel. Is there

a problem?

A. No. This is a normal condition for a timer recording in

progress.

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Q. Can I program the timer while I'm watching a tape

or a TV broadcast?

A. You won't see the picture as it is replaced by the on-

screen menu, but the audio from the program or tape you're viewing can be heard.

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Q. Is it possible to timer-record a TV programme

broadcast in 2000?

A. Yes, it is possible.

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ATTENTION:

This recorder contains microcomputers. External electronic noise or interference could cause malfunctioning. In such cases, switch the recorder off and unplug the mains power cord. Then plug it in again and turn the recorder on. Take out the cassette. After checking the cassette, operate the unit as usual.

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FRONT VIEW

INDEX

STANDBY/ON

VIDEO

STANDBY/ON Button  pg. 8

Cassette Loading Slot

Rewind [REW] Button  pg. 11, 12

PLAY Button  pg. 11

Fast Forward [FF] Button  pg. 11, 12

REC LINK Button  pg. 25

REC LINK indicator  pg. 25

COLOUR SYSTEM Button  pg. 32

AUDIO

COLOUR SYSTEM

REC LINK

80!

REVIEW

Display Panel  pg. 43

Infrared Beam Receiving Window

PR +/– Buttons  pg. 17

SP/LP/EP Button  pg. 16

RECORD Button  pg. 17

STOP/EJECT Button  pg. 11

PAUSE Button  pg. 12

SP/LP/EP

REAR VIEW

Mains Power Cord  pg. 3

Lithium Battery Compartment  pg. 5

ANT. IN Connector  pg. 3

PAUSE

AUDIO

VIDEO

ANT. IN

IN OUT

RF OUT

654

AUDIO/VIDEO IN Connectors  pg. 30

AUDIO/VIDEO OUT Connectors  pg. 3, 30

RF OUT Connector  pg. 3

DISPLAY PANEL

EN 43

21 5

3 4

B.E.S.T. Picture System Display  pg. 18

Symbolic Mode Indicators

STILL:

PLAY: FF/REW VARIABLE SHUTTLE SEARCH:

Tape Speed Indicators  pg. 16

"Timer" Indicator  pg. 21

SLOW:

RECORD:

RECORD PAUSE:

Channel Display Clock Display

Instant REVIEW Indicator (HR-J377EM only)  pg. 13

"Cassette Loaded" Mark

Counter Display

Mode Display (L-1)

REVIEW

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i o

)

! @ #

$ %

(

t y

REMOTE CONTROL

VPS/PDC

START DEBUT

PROG

Buttons with a small dot on the left side of the name can also be used to operate your TV  pg. 27.

How To Use

The remote control can operate most of your video recorder's functions, as well as basic functions of TV, cable box, satellite receiver and DVD sets of JVC and other brands.  pg. 27.

● Point the remote control toward the sensor window.

● The maximum operating distance of the remote control is

about 8 m.

ATTENTION

The remote control can operate not only the video recorder but also some of your TV, cable box, satellite receiver and DVD functions.

● To operate your video recorder, first press the VCR button to set the remote control to the Video mode.

● To operate your TV, first press the TV button to set the remote control to the TV mode ( pg. 27).

● To operate your satellite receiver, cable box or DVD, first press the CABLE/SAT/DVD to set the remote control to the satellite

receiver, cable box or DVD mode.

CABLE/

TV/VCR

DAILY/QTDN.

AUX

STOP FIN

EXPRESS

ENU

TV PR +

TV PR –

SAT/DVD

AUDIO

DATE

WEEKLY/HEBDO

30 SEC

VCR

123

456

0000

–

INDEX (cont.)

TV Button  pg. 27

VCR Button  pg. 27

TV/VCR Button  pg. 27

REVIEW Button  pg. 13

NUMBER Keys  pg. 16

VSP/PDC Button (no function)

Button Button  pg. 22

0000 Button  pg. 17

STOP +/– Button  pg. 20

START +/– Button  pg. 20

PROG Button  pg. 20

‰‰

‰? Button  pg. 22

‰‰

Rewind [REW] Button  pg. 11, 12

RECORD Button  pg. 16

STOP Button  pg. 11

MENU Button  pg. 8

PUSH JOG %ﬁ Button  pg. 6 TV PR +/– Button  pg. 27

CABLE/SAT/DVD Button  pg. 27

STANDBY/ON

(

AUDIO Button (no function)

Button  pg. 8

(TV Muting) Button  pg. 27

–:– – Button  pg. 17

)

–

DAILY Button  pg. 21

WEEKLY Button  pg. 21

AUX Button  pg. 26

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‰ Button  pg. 21

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DATE +/– Button  pg. 20

PR +/– Button  pg. 16, 20

30 SEC Button  pg. 14

Tracking Button  pg. 13 SP/LP/EP Button  pg. 16

PLAY Button  pg. 11

Fast Forward [FF] Button  pg. 11, 12

PAUSE Button  pg. 12

OK Button  pg. 4 ENTER/ENTREE Button

PUSH JOG (™£) Button  pg. 12, 14

+/– Button  pg. 27

NOTES:

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When inserting the batteries, be sure to insert in the correct directions as indicated under the battery cover.

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

SPECIFICATIONS

EN 45

GENERAL

Power requirement Rating : AC 110 V – 240 V`,

50/60 Hz

Operating : AC 90 V – 260 V`,

50/60 Hz Power consumption : 14 W Temperature Operating : 5°C to 40°C Storage : –20°C to 60°C Operating position : Horizontal only Dimensions (WxHxD) : 360 mm x 94 mm x 278 mm Weight : 3.0 kg Format : VHS standard Maximum recording time

(SP) : 240 min. with E-240 video

cassette (PAL/MESECAM)

: 160 min. with T-160 video

cassette (NTSC)

(LP) : 480 min. with E-240 video

cassette (PAL/MESECAM)

(EP) : 480 min. with T-160 video

cassette (NTSC)

VIDEO/AUDIO

Signal system : PAL-type colour signal and

CCIR monochrome signal,

625 lines 50 fields

: NTSC colour and EIA

monochrome signals,

525 lines/60 fields Recording system : Rotary 2 head helical scan

system Signal-to-noise ratio : 45 dB Horizontal resolution : 250 lines (PAL/MESECAM)

: 220 lines (NTSC) Frequency range : 70 Hz to 10,000 Hz Input/Output : RCA connectors

(IN x 1, OUT x 1)

TUNER/TIMER

TV channel storage capacity : 99 positions (+AUX position) Tuning system : Frequency synthesized tuner Channel coverage : VHF

(Low) 42 MHz – 175 MHz (High)175 MHz – 470 MHz UHF 470 MHz – 870 MHz

Aerial output : UHF channels (Adjustable

E28 – E60)

Memory backup time : Approx. 6 months

Estimated figure based on supplied fresh battery; actual performance may differ.

ACCESSORIES

Provided accessories : RF cable,

Infrared remote control unit, "R6/UM-3" battery x 2, Lithium battery CR2025, Conversion plug*

*Not provided in certain areas.

Specifications shown are for SP mode unless otherwise specified. Design and specifications subject to change without notice.

**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.

Auto Head Cleaner

A built-in head cleaner automatically cleans the video heads and head drum whenever a tape is loaded or unloaded to reduce head clogging.

HR-J377EM

HR-J371EM

VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED

Printed in Malaysia 0600IYV*YP*PJ

JVC HR-J377EM, HR-J371EM User's Guide

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

SAFETY FIRST

INSTALLING YOUR NEW RECORDER

INITIAL SETTINGS

PLAYBACK

RECORDING

SPECIAL FEATURES

EDITING

INFORMATION ON MULTI-SYSTEM COMPATIBILITY

TUNER SET

TROUBLESHOOTING

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

INDEX

SPECIFICATIONS