JVC HR-J4010UM User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
INSTRUCTIONS
LPT0793-001A COPYRIGHT © 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LTD.
UM
Printed in Thailand
J4F12701A
03/02
0203-AH-OR-OR
K
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions to ensure safe use of your new VCR.

CAUTIONS

WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The POWER /l button does not completely shut off mains power from the unit, but switches operating current on and off. “ ” shows electrical power standby and “ l ” shows ON.
This unit is produced to comply with Standard IEC 60065.
POWER SYSTEM:
This set operates on voltage of AC 110 – 220V~, 50/60 Hz with automatic switching.
Use the conversion plug (provided) depending on the type of your AC WALL outlet.
CAUTION
When you are not using the VCR for a long period of time, it is recommended that you disconnect the power cord from the AC outlet.
Dangerous voltage inside. Refer internal servicing to qualified service personnel. To prevent electric shock or fire hazard, remove the power cord from the AC outlet prior to connecting or disconnecting any signal lead or aerial.
Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• Cassettes marked “VHS” (or “S-VHS”) can be used with this video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recording is not possible with this model.
• This model is equipped with SQPB (S-VHS QUASI PLAYBACK) that makes it possible to play back S-VHS recordings with regular VHS resolution.
• HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
The rating plate and safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
IMPORTANT:
It may be unlawful to record or play back copyrighted material without the consent of the copyright owner.
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 VCR, Remote or video cassette.
1. DO NOT place the VCR ... ... 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 VCR’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 VCR or Remote.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the VCR or Remote. (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 VCR during transport.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the VCR when you move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely humid conditionsjust as water droplets form on 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 VCRs power turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry.
How to use the Remote
Before use, insert two AAA size batteries into the Remote with the polarity ( and ) matched correctly as indicated on the battery
compartment or on the lid.
Point the Remote toward the remote sensor on the target component.
The maximum operating distance of the remote control is about 5 m.
NOTE:
If the Remote does not work properly, remove its batteries, wait for a few seconds, replace the batteries and then try again.
Video heads cleaning
The heads get dirty in the following cases:
in an environment prone to extreme temperature or humidity.
in a dusty environment
flaw, dirt or mold on video tapes
continuous usage for a long time
Use a dry cleaning cassette TCL-2 when:
Rough, poor picture appears while a tape is played back.
The picture is unclear or no picture appears.

Buttons, Connectors and Indicators

Front Panel
Rear Panel
VIDEO
AUDIO
VIDEO/AUDIO input
connectors
AC power cord
POWER
POWER
Cassette loading slot
TV/VCR TIMER REC POWER
TV/VCR indicator
TIMER indicator
POWER indicator
REC indicator
CH–/+
CH
Remote sensor
REC
STOP/EJECT
REC
STOP/EJECT
UHF/VHF IN (ANT)
PLAY
PLAY
REW FF
REW FF
OUT
AUDIO/VIDEO OUT
3/4 CHANNEL
SELECTTOR SWITCH
UHF/VHF
IN(ANT)
VIDEO
OUT(TV)
AUDIO
CH
34
UHF/VHF OUT (TV)
– Buttons, Connectors and Indicators –
Remote
POWER
POWER
123
Number keys
AUX
REC
REW
STOP
MENU
SET–/+
TV/VCR
TV POWER
INPUT
TV VOL–/+
This Remote transmit A code signals only; it is not applicable to B code signals.
456
7089
REC
PLAY
REW FF
MENU
STOP
SET
TV/VCR TIMER
SP/EP DISPLAY
TV POWER
INPUT
TV CH
TV VOL

Connections and VCR channel Setting

Check contents
1
Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed
CH–/+
+
CH(AUX)
PAUSE
PA US E
PLAY
FF
ENTER
+
CANCEL C.RESET
ENTER TIMER CANCEL
C.RESET SP/EP
+
+
DISPLAY
TV CH–/+
in Specifications.
Situate VCR
2
Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.
Connect VCR to TV
3
Antenna or cable
Coaxial cable
Flat feeder
Matching transformer
(not supplied)
AC power cord
Back of VCR
AC outlet
OUT
UHF/VHF
OUT
IN(ANT)
VIDEO
L
AUDIO R
34
OUT(TV)
VIDEO
AUDIO CH
UHF/VHF
IN(ANT)
OUT(TV)
On-screen display
If you press DISPLAY on the Remote, you can see the current VCR status on the TV screen. Press DISPLAY again to exit on-screen display. The indications are not recorded even if the VCR is in the recording mode.
WHILE WATCHING TV
DAY AND CLOCK TIME
WHILE OPERATING A TAPE
AUTO TRACKING
AUTO TR.
CH 1258 : 30 AM THU
00 : 00 : 00 SP
CHANNEL
TAPE SPEED
REAL TIME COUNTER
OPERATING MODE
CH 1258 : 30 AM THU
AUTO REPEAT
00 : 00 : 00 SP
TAPE IN
To audio/video input connectors
Audio/video cable (not supplied)
TV
To 75 Ω terminal
RF cable (supplied)
RF Connection
1
Disconnect the TV antenna from the TV.
2
Connect the TV antenna cable to the UHF/VHF IN terminal on the rear of the VCR.
3
Connect the supplied RF cable between the UHF/VHF OUT terminal on the rear of the VCR and the TV’s antenna input terminal.
AV Connection
(improves picture quality during tape playback.) If your TV is equipped with audio/video input connectors
1
Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in the illustration.
2
Connect an audio/video cable between the AUDIO/ VIDEO OUT connectors on the rear of the VCR and the audio/video input connectors on the TV.
Even if you are using audio/video cables to connect your VCR to your TV, you must also connect it using the RF cable. This will ensure that you can record one show while watching another.
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