JVC HR-J670EK, HR-J672EK, HR-J470EK, HR-J270EK User Manual
VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER
HR-J670EK
HR-J672EK
HR-J470EK
HR-J270EK
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AUDIO
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The recorder illustrations appearing in this instruction manual
are of HR-J670/672EK.
INSTRUCTIONS
PAL
CONTENTS
SAFETY FIRST 2
Safety Precautions.............................2
Some Do's And Don'ts ..................... 3
QUICK SET UP GUIDE 4
CHECK THE CONTENTS ..................4
INSTALLATION ................................5
AUTO SET UP ..................................6
PRESET DOWNLOAD ......................7
T-V LINK 9
T-V Link Functions ............................9
SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL 10
Satellite Receiver Control Setting ....10
BASIC OPERATIONS 12
Playback ......................................... 12
Recording .......................................14
VIDEO Plus+ Timer Programming...16
Express Timer Programming............18
ADVANCED OPERATIONS 22
Playback/Recording According
To Tape Characteristics ...................22
Looking For The Scene You Want ... 24
Selecting The Sound You Want
(HR-J670/672EK only) ..................... 25
Automatic Satellite Programme
Recording .......................................26
Playback Picture Adjustment .......... 28
Minimizing Picture Degradation
While Editing .................................. 29
Edit From A Camcorder................... 30
Edit To Or From Another Video
Recorder ......................................... 31
Other Functions .............................. 33
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS 37
Connection To A Stereo System
(HR-J670/672EK only) ..................... 37
SUBSIDIARY SETTINGS 38
Clock Set ........................................38
VIDEO Plus+ Setup.........................39
Video Channel Set ..........................40
Tuner Set ......................................... 42
SUBSIDIARY INFORMATION 49
Questions And Answers ..................49
Troubleshooting ..............................50
Index ..............................................52
SPECIFICATIONS Back Cover
LPT0314-001B
2
SAFETY FIRST
Safety Precautions
The rating plate and the safety caution are on the rear of the unit.
WARNING: DANGEROUS VOLTAGE INSIDE
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT
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Please read the various precautions on page 2 – 3 of this
instruction manual before installing or operating the
recorder.
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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.
IMPORTANT
Connection to the mains supply in the United Kingdom.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If
the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your
home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then
obtain a proper safety approved extension lead/adapter or
consult your dealer.
In the unlikely event of the plug fuse failing be sure to
replace the fuse only with an identical approved type, as
originally fitted, and to replace the fuse cover. If the fuse
fails again consult your nearest JVC dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off remove the fuse and
dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock
hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied fitted with a mains plug then
follow the instructions given below:
DO NOT make any connection to the Larger Terminal
coded E or Green.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue to N (Neutral) or Black
Brown to L (Live) or Red
If these colours do not correspond with the terminal
identifications of your plug, connect as follows:
Blue wire to terminal coded N (Neutral) or coloured Black.
Brown wire to terminal coded L (Live) or coloured Red.
If in doubt — consult a competent electrician.
CAUTION
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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.
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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.
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) mode cannot be played back on a single-speed
video recorder.
Failure to heed the following precautions may result in
damage to the recorder, remote control or video
cassette.
1. DO NOT place the recorder . . .
... in an environment prone to extreme temperatures or
humidity.
... in direct sunlight.
... in a dusty environment.
... in an environment where strong magnetic fields are
generated.
... on a surface that is unstable or subject to vibration.
2. DO NOT block the recorder’s ventilation openings.
3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the recorder or remote
control.
4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the
recorder or remote control.
5. AVOID violent shocks to the recorder during transport.
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Cassettes marked "VHS" (or "S-VHS") can be used with this
video recorder. However, only VHS recordings can be made
and played back.
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HQ VHS is compatible with existing VHS equipment.
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VIDEO Plus+ and PlusCode are registered trademarks of
Gemstar Development Corporation. The VIDEO Plus+ system
is manufactured under license from Gemstar Development
Corporation.
MOISTURE CONDENSATION
Moisture in the air will condense on the recorder when you
move it from a cold place to a warm place, or under extremely
humid conditions—just as water droplets form in the surface of
a glass filled with cold liquid. Moisture condensation on the
head drum will cause damage to the tape. In conditions where
condensation may occur, keep the recorder turned on for a few
hours to let the moisture dry.
Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe
Use Of Equipment
This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet international safety standards but, like any
electrical equipment, care must be taken if you are to obtain the best results and safety is to be assured.
DO read the operating instructions before you attempt to use the equipment.
DO ensure that all electrical connections (including the mains plug, extension leads and interconnec-
tions between pieces of equipment) are properly made and in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions. Switch off and withdraw the mains plug when making or changing connections.
DO consult your dealer if you are ever in doubt about the installation, operation or safety of your equip-
ment.
DO be careful with glass panels or doors on equipment.
DON'T continue to operate the equipment if you are in any doubt about it working normally, or if it is
damaged in any way — switch off, withdraw the mains plug and consult your dealer.
DON'T remove any fixed cover as this may expose dangerous voltages.
DON'T leave equipment switched on when it is unattended unless it is specifically stated that it is de-
signed for unattended operation or has a standby mode. Switch off using the switch on the
equipment and make sure that your family knows how to do this. Special arrangements may need
to be made for infirm or handicapped people.
DON'T use equipment such as personal stereos or radios so that you are distracted from the requirements
of road safety. It is illegal to watch television whilst driving.
DON'T listen to headphones at high volume, as such use can permanently damage your hearing.
DON'T obstruct the ventilation of the equipment, for example with curtains or soft furnishings. Overheat-
ing will cause damage and shorten the life of the equipment.
DON'T use makeshift stands and NEVER fix legs with wood screws — to ensure complete safety always
fit the manufacturer's approved stand or legs with the fixings provided according to the instructions.
DON'T allow electrical equipment to be exposed to rain or moisture.
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ABOVE ALL...
— NEVER let anyone especially children push anything into holes, slots or any other opening in the
case — this could result in a fatal electrical shock;
— NEVER guess or take chances with electrical equipment of any kind — it is better to be safe than
sorry!
4
QUICK SET UP GUIDE
Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing this JVC Video Cassette Recorder.
Please use this QUICK SET UP GUIDE to help you to set up your video cassette
recorder.
CHECK THE CONTENTS
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STEP
RF Cable
CHECK ALL THE CONTENTS SHOWN BELOW
Video Cassette Recorder
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"AA" Batteries (x 2)
Satellite Controller
(provided only for HR-J670/672EK)
Infrared Remote Control Unit
You are now ready to install your video recorder.
INSTALLATION
5
2
STEP
CONNECT VIDEO RECORDER TO TV
Place the recorder on a stable, flat surface.
Back of TV
21-pin SCART Cable (not provided)
Aerial connector
21-pin AV input connector
(SCART)
Mains Power Cord
RF Cable (provided)
Make this connection
if your TV has a 21-pin
AV input connector
(SCART) in order to reduce
the possibility of interference.
And if you are using a stereo
TV, you will need this cable
in order to enjoy stereo
playback of videotapes.
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L-2
ENTREE/DECODEUR
AV2
IN/DECODER
(
)(
L-1
ENTREE/SORTIE
AV1
IN/OUT
CONTROLEUR SAT
SORTIE
SAT CONTROL
OUT
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AUDIO
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TV Aerial Cable
(not provided)
ENTREE
ANT. IN
ANTENNE
SORTIE
RF OUT
Back of Recorder
Mains outlet
RF CONNECTION
To connect to a TV with NO 21-pin AV input connector
(SCART) . . .
1– Disconnect the TV aerial cable from the TV.
2– Connect the TV aerial cable to the ANT. IN jack on the rear
panel of the recorder.
AV CONNECTION
To connect to a TV with 21-pin AV input connector (SCART) . . .
1– Connect the aerial, recorder and TV as per “RF CONNECTION”.
2– Connect an optional SCART cable between the AV1 (L-1)
IN/OUT socket on the rear panel of the recorder and the TV’s
21-pin AV input connector (SCART).
3– Connect the provided RF cable between the RF OUT jack on
the rear panel of the recorder and the TV’s aerial connector.
ATTENTION
n Do NOT Plug the mains power cord into a mains outlet until all connections are completed.
n Do NOT press the button on the recorder or on the remote control to turn on the recorder's
power before you start the Auto Set Up procedure described on page 6.
AFTER YOU FINISH THIS STEP
Go to Step 3 – AUTO SET UP
6
QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.)
AUTO SET UP
3
STEP
The Auto Set Up function sets the tuner channels, clock, VIDEO Plus+ assigned Guide Program numbers and the video channel*
automatically the first time the button on the recorder or on the remote is pressed to turn on the recorder after the mains power
cord has been plugged into a mains outlet.
* Useful if you have connected the video recorder to
your TV via RF connection (
Channel (RF output channel) is the channel on
which your TV receives picture and sound signals
from the video recorder through the RF cable.
SET THE TUNER CHANNELS, CLOCK, GUIDE PROGRAM NUMBERS AND VIDEO CHANNEL*
Before performing the following procedure, make sure that:
n the TV aerial cable is connected to the recorder.
n the mains power cord is plugged into the mains outlet.
n batteries have been installed in the remote control.
refer to page 8.
turned on and set to its AV mode, the AUTO
SET screen will appear.
to a TV offering T-V Link via the AV connection (Z pg. 5) and the TV is turned on, the
recorder automatically performs the Preset
Download (Z pg. 7) even if you select
"Auto" for Auto Set Up function.
If you have connected the video
recorder to your TV via the provided
RF cable only (RF connection) —
the channel that is shown on the display panel is your Video Channel.
To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to the Video
Channel. — Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do
this.
If you have connected the video recorder to your TV via both the provided RF
cable and a 21-pin SCART cable (AV connection)
—
you do not need the video channel so you have to set the video channel to off.
Press PR – until the display panel
shows "_OUT
Channel to off.
To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode.
— Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do this.
– –
" to set the Video
[MENU] : EXIT
Beginning End
AUTO SET
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Z
pg. 5). Video
Press . If "Auto" appears on the display
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panel, press OK or #. "Auto" blinks; do
NOT press any button on the recorder or
remote control until the display panel shows either the display as illustrated
below in item 2 or "– – :– –". Auto Set Up usually takes about 4 – 12 minutes;
the duration varies by area.
● If "– –:– –" appears on the display panel,
● With the AV connection (Z pg. 5), if the TV is
● When you have connected the video recorder
●
2
Go to item 3 .
●
Go to item 3 .
+++
Press OK to finish Auto Set Up and refer to page 8 to check the results.
3
ATTENTION
Once you have performed Auto Set Up, all the stored
stations, Guide Program numbers and the video channel
remain in the recorder's memory and the recorder will not
perform Auto Set Up again. If there is a power cut and the
recorder's memory backup expires you only need to reset
the clock. (Z pg. 38)
If you have moved to a different area, perform each setting
as required.
n Video Channel setting (for RF connection users) Z pg. 40
n Tuner setting Z pg. 42
n Clock setting Z pg. 38
If a new station begins broadcasting in your area, perform
tuner setting (Z pg. 42) and, if necessary, video channel
setting (Z pg. 40).
NOTES:
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Auto channel set function takes place first; it assigns
automatically all receivable stations in your area.
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Auto clock set function sets the clock automatically.
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During auto channel set, the recorder recognizes each
station name of the detected stations and stores them in
the recorder's memory, then automatically sets the VIDEO
Plus+ assigned Guide Program number for those stations
according to the broadcast area.
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For RF connection users: The video recorder detects the
channels which are not occupied by local stations and
selects one channel automatically for your Video Channel
that is located in the middle of more than 5 vacant channels.
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If there is 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
press to turn the power back on in order to re-start
Auto Set Up.
PRESET DOWNLOAD
SET THE TUNER CHANNELS BY DOWNLOADING FROM YOUR TV, CLOCK AND GUIDE PROGRAM
NUMBERS
When you connect the recorder and your TV via fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 5), you can set the recorder's tuner channels
by downloading preset data from your TV instead of using the Auto Set Up function (Z pg. 6). After downloading is completed, the
recorder sets the clock and VIDEO Plus+ assigned Guide Program numbers automatically.
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
ATTENTION
You can use this function only with a TV offering T-V Link, etc.*
* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic, SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NexTView Link via fully-wired 21-pin
SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and available functions may differ by system.
Before performing the following procedure, make sure that:
n the TV aerial cable is connected to the recorder and a 21-pin
SCART cable is connected between your TV and the recorder.
n the mains power cord is plugged into the mains outlet.
n batteries have been installed in the remote control.
Press . If "Auto" appears on the display
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panel, Press
press OK or #. Preset position on the
display panel increases from "CH1";
do NOT press any button on the recorder
or remote control until the display panel
shows either the display as illustrated on
page 8 or "– – :– –".
● If "– –:– –" appears on the display panel, refer
to page 8.
● If you are using the on-screen display, the T-V
LINK screen will appear. Then the GUIDE
PROG SET screen will appear during Guide
Program number set.
● If you press any button on the recorder or
remote control while downloading is in
progress, this process will be interrupted and
you will need to start again. See NOTES below.
%
to select "CH – –" and
fi
T-V LINK
PLEASE WAIT
[MENU] : EXIT
GUIDE PROG SET
PLEASE WAIT
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1
3
Press to turn off the recorder. Press
2
and hold down STOP on the recorder
until the display panel shows the display
as illustrated on the right. Press PR – until
the display panel shows "_OUT– –" to set
the Video Channel to off.
Press OK to exit Video Channel Set mode.
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To view picture signals from the video recorder, set your TV to its AV mode.
— Refer to the instructions supplied with your TV set for how to do this.
[MENU] : EXIT
NOTES:
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In areas where no TV station transmits the PDC signal, the recorder cannot perform either auto clock set or auto Guide Program
number set.
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If there is a power cut, or if you press or MENU while downloading or set up is in progress, it will be interrupted; be sure to
turn off the recorder power once and try again from the beginning.
●
Auto clock may not function properly depending on reception conditions.
●
When you perform Preset Download, be sure to use fully-wired 21-pin SCART cable.
●
On this recorder, the characters available for station names (ID) are A–Z, 0–9, –, *, + and (space). The names of some
downloaded stations may differ from those on your TV (Z pg. 46).
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QUICK SET UP GUIDE (cont.)
Auto Set Up/Preset Download results appear on the display panel
When both auto channel set and auto clock set have been completed successfully the
A
correct current time will be displayed after the OK button is pressed in item
after performing the item 1 on page 7.
3
on page 6 or
B
C
* You can check if the Guide Program numbers have been set correctly when you perform VIDEO Plus+ Timer Programming
(Z pg. 16); if the correct preset position number is displayed in step 3, this confirms that the Guide Program number for the
PlusCode number you enter in step 2 has been set correctly.
When auto channel set has been completed successfully but auto clock set has not, "(PR)1"
will be displayed after the OK button is pressed in item
item 1 on page 7.
When neither auto channel set nor auto clock set has been completed successfully, "– –:– –"
will be displayed.
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on page 6 or after performing the
A If both auto channel set and auto clock set have been performed successfully:
1 Turn on the TV and select its VIDEO channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the
recorder's memory by using the PR button(s).
● If station names (ID — Z pg. 47) have also been stored in the recorder's memory, the station name will be displayed at the
top left corner of the screen for about 5 seconds each time the recorder is tuned to a different station.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change preset positions, or to set or change station
names, see pages 44 – 46.
Now you have finished the basic set up and can use your recorder for both playback and recording.
B If auto channel set has succeeded but auto clock set has not:
1 Turn on the TV and select its VIDEO channel or AV mode, then make sure that all necessary stations have been stored in the
recorder's memory by using the PR button(s).
● If station names (ID — Z pg. 47) have also been stored in the recorder's memory, the station name will be displayed at the
top left corner of the screen for about 5 seconds each time the recorder is tuned to a different station.
● If you want to set the tuner manually such as to add or skip channels, to change preset positions, or to set or change station
names, see pages 44 – 46.
2 Perform "Clock Set" on page 38.
Now you have finished the basic set up and can use your recorder for both playback and recording.
C If both auto channel set and auto clock set have failed:
1 Make sure that the TV aerial cable is connected properly to the recorder (for RF connection), or that the 21-pin SCART cable
is connected properly between TV and the recorder (for AV connection). Turn off the recorder power once, then turn the
recorder power back on again.
2 Perform "Auto Set Up" on page 6 or "Preset Download" on page 7.
IMPORTANT
n In certain reception conditions, station names may not be stored correctly, and auto Guide Program Number Set may not work
properly. If the Guide Program numbers are not set properly, when you timer-record a TV programme using VIDEO Plus+, the
recorder will record a TV programme of a different station. When programming the timer using VIDEO Plus+, be sure to check
that the preset position corresponding to the broadcasting station you wish to record has been selected (Z pg. 16, "VIDEO
Plus+ Timer Programming").
n Your video recorder memorizes all detected stations even if reception of some of them is poor. In these cases picture quality
may be poor. To delete those stations which have an unacceptable picture Z "Delete A Channel" on page 45.
n If any of the above problems occur, refer to pages 44 – 46 to input station names (Z "Set Stations") or delete unnecessary
stations (Z "Delete A Channel"). You can also change station preset positions (Z "Change Station Preset Position").
n For RF connection users: In certain reception conditions, the Video Channel may not be set correctly and interference may
appear in the TV picture while the recorder's power is on. Set your Video Channel manually. Z pg. 40, "Video Channel Set".
If you have any difficulty with the above procedures call the JVC Customer Service Hot Line
on 020 8208 7654
T-V LINK
T-V Link
Functions
When you connect the recorder and your TV via a fully-wired
21-pin SCART cable (Z pg. 5), the following functions are
available. You can use these functions only with a TV offering
T-V Link, etc.*
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
* Compatible with TVs offering T-V Link, EasyLink, Megalogic,
SMARTLINK, Q-Link, DATA LOGIC or NexTView Link via fullywired 21-pin SCART cable. The degree of compatibility and
available functions may differ by system.
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Direct Rec
You can start recording the programme that you are watching
on your TV with simple operation. Press and hold RECORD and
press PLAY on the remote control, or press RECORD on the
recorder.
Follow the procedure below to use this function.
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
TURN ON THE RECORDER
Press .
1
ACCESS MAIN MENU
NexTView Link
You can download the EPG (Electronic Programme Guide)
information from your TV for timer-programming on the
recorder.
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
TV Auto Power On
You can turn on the TV and set it to video mode automatically
whenever you play a tape.
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
VCR Auto Standby
You can use your TV's remote control to turn off the recorder.
For details, refer to the instruction manual for your TV.
SCREEN
Press MENU.
2
ACCESS MODE SET
SCREEN
Press %fi to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
3
"MODE SET", then press
OK or #.
SELECT DIRECT REC MODE
Press %fi to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
4
"DIRECT REC", then press
OK or # to set to "ON".
RETURN TO NORMAL
MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
INITIAL SET
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∞
[MENU] : EXIT
B. E. S. T. ON
PICTURE CONTROL AUTO
AUTO TIMER OFF
O. S. D. ON
DIRECT REC ON
AUTO SP=LP TIMER OFF
POWER SAVE OFF
NEXT PAGE
[5∞] =
[MENU] : EXIT
MAIN MENU
MODE SET
SCREEN
Press MENU.
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NOTES:
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If "DIRECT REC" is set to "OFF", the RECORD button functions
as described in "Recording" (Z pg. 14) .
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During the Direct Rec, "– –" appears on the display panel.
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When you perform T-V LINK functions, be sure to use a fullywired 21-pin SCART cable.
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Direct Rec is not possible with a scrambled broadcast.
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To record a scrambled broadcast, set "DIRECT REC" to "OFF"
and follow the procedure described in "Recording" on page
14.
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SATELLITE RECEIVER CONTROL
Installing Satellite Controller
Satellite
Receiver
Control Setting
The following procedure is required if you receive satellite
channels through a satellite receiver. Around 20 seconds before
VIDEO Plus+ timer recording (Z pg. 16) or Express timer
programming (Z pg. 18) starts, the recorder sets its input mode
to "L-2" and automatically switches the satellite receiver’s
channels using the Satellite Controller (provided only for
HR-J670/672EK).
Satellite receiver
Your recorder
Transmitter
Satellite receiver
DECODER VCR TV
Satellite Controller
(suggested locations)
Satellite Controller
SITUATE SATELLITE
CONTROLLER
Place the Satellite Controller so that the path between
its transmitter and the satellite receiver’s remote sensor
1
is unobstructed.
ATTACH SATELLITE
CONTROLLER
Fix securely using the adhesive strip attached on the
back of the Satellite Controller.
2
MAKE CONNECTIONS
Be sure to connect the recorder’s AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER
connector to the satellite receiver’s 21-pin SCART connector.
3
NOTE:
When connecting your satellite receiver, refer to its
instruction manual.
CONNECT SATELLITE CONTROLLER TO RECORDER
Connect the Satellite Controller to the SAT CONTROL
connector on the rear panel.
4
Setting satellite receiver's
brand and channel
After installation, set the satellite receiver’s brand and channel
correctly; otherwise, the Satellite Controller cannot work correctly.
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
TURN ON SATELLITE
RECEIVER
Turn on the satellite receiver’s power.
21-pin SCART
cable
AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER
Back of Recorder
SAT CONTROL
1
ACCESS MAIN MENU
SCREEN ON RECORDER
Press MENU.
2
ACCESS INITIAL SET
SCREEN
Press %fi to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
3
“INITIAL SET”, then press
OK or #.
[
[MENU] : EXIT
MAIN MENU
MODE SET
AUTO CH SET
MANUAL CH SET
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SATELLITE TUNER BRAND CODE
JVC 73
AMSTRAD 60, 61, 62, 63, 92
CANAL SATELLITE 81
CANAL + 81
D-BOX 85
ECHOSTAR (VIA DIGITAL) 82
FINLUX 68
FORCE 89
GALAXIS 88
GRUNDIG 64, 65
HIRSCHMANN 64, 78
ITT NOKIA 68
JERROLD 75
KATHREIN 70, 71
LUXOR 68
MASCOM 93
MASPRO 70
NOKIA 87
PACE 65, 67, 74, 86, 92
PANASONIC 74
PHILIPS 66, 84
RFT 69
SAGEM 83
SALORA 68
SIEMENS 64
SKYMASTER 69
TPS 83
TRIAX 91
WISI 64
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NOTES:
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The Satellite Controller may not work with all types of
satellite receiver.
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For some satellite receivers, you need to set its channel input
mode to 2-digit.
●
If your satellite receiver has more than two channel mode, be
sure to set to "All Channel Mode". For details, refer to the
instruction manual of the satellite receiver.
ACCESS SAT CONTROL
SET SCREEN
Press %fi to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
4
“SAT CONTROL SET”,
then press OK or #.
CLOCK SET
GUIDE PROG SET
SAT CONTROL SET
5
] =
[
∞
[MENU] : EXIT
ENTER SATELLITE
RECEIVER’S BRAND
Press the appropriate
NUMBER keys to enter the
5
brand code from the list in
the left column, then press
OK.
● If the brand code you
entered is invalid, the
code field is reset. Enter
the correct brand code
again.
● If the recorder is in playback or recording, you
cannot set the brand code.
SAT CONTROL SET
0–9
[
] =
[MENU] : EXIT
SELECT SATELLITE
RECEIVER’S CHANNEL
Press the appropriate
NUMBER keys to enter the
6
channel position on the
satellite receiver, then
press OK.
● You can select the
channel position
between 1 to 999.
● After pressing OK, the
recorder enters the Test
mode.
SAT CONTROL SET
SAT PROG : – – –
0–9
[
] =
[MENU] : EXIT
CHECK RESULT OF TEST
If the satellite
receiver’s channel
7
number has been
changed to the same
channel as you set in
step 6...
Press %fi to move the
highlight bar (pointer) to
“CHANGED TO ...”, then
press OK or # to finish the
Sat Control Set mode.
If the satellite receiver’s channel number has not
been changed correctly...
Press %fi to move the highlight bar (pointer) to “NOT
CHANGED”, then press OK or #. Then perform the
procedure again from step 5.
SAT CONTROL SET
SAT PROG : 111
CHANGED TO 111
NOT CHANGED
5
[
] =
∞
[MENU] : EXIT
INITIAL SET
BRAND : – –
: TEST
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PLAY
PLAY
STOP/EJECT
PAUSE
REW
FF
Playback
BASIC OPERATIONS
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.
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
3
2
1
PR+/–
– –:– –
TV/VCR
8
0
3
3
2
65
9
4
PR
FF
PAUSE
4
2
2
REW
4
3
12
4
7
1
STOP
?
LOAD A CASSETTE
Make sure the window side is up, the rear label side is
facing you and the arrow on the front of the cassette is
1
pointing towards the recorder. Don’t apply too much
pressure when inserting.
● The recorder power comes on automatically and the
2
counter is reset to 0:00:00.
● If the record safety tab has been removed, playback
begins automatically.
FIND PROGRAMME START POINT
If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW.
To go forward, press FF.
2
START PLAYBACK
Press PLAY. "BEST" appears blinking in the recorder's
display panel during automatic tracking (Z pg. 22).
3
● Playback picture quality of LP recordings will not be
as high as SP recordings.
STOP PLAYBACK
Press STOP on the remote or STOP/EJECT on the
recorder’s front panel. Then press STOP/EJECT to
4
remove the cassette.
Clean the video heads using a dry cleaning
cassette — JVC TCL-2U — 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" (Z pg. 33.)
INFORMATION
When using the AV connection (Z pg. 5), initiating playback
causes the VCR indicator to light and the TV to automatically
enter AV mode. To return the TV to TV mode after playback
is complete, press TV/VCR so that the VCR indicator turns off.
* Depending on the type of TV used, TV/VCR button does
not always function as described above.
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.” (Z pg. 33) must
be set to “ON”, or the
indicator will not appear.
0
Beginning End
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times
when the indication is not correct.
3
1:23:45
REMAIN 2:35
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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ATTENTION
In the search, still, slow-motion or frame-by-frame
playback mode,
●
the picture will be distorted.
●
noise bars will appear.
●
there will be loss of colour with a tape recorded in LP
mode.
●
Please note that on models HR-J270EK the picture may
be distorted in these modes.
Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame
Playback
PAUSE DURING PLAYBACK
Press PAUSE. If there is vertical jitter, use the PR buttons
to correct the picture.
1
ACTIVATE FRAME-BY-FRAME
PLAYBACK
Press PAUSE. Each time PAUSE is pressed the tape will
advance one frame.
2
OR
Press @ or #. Each time one of these buttons is pressed
the tape will move one frame in the direction of the
arrow.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
Variable-Speed Search
ACTIVATE VARIABLE-SPEED
SEARCH
During playback, press @ or #.
● The more times you press, the faster the playback
1
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
picture moves.
● To decrease speed, press the button for the opposite
direction.
High-Speed Search
ACTIVATE HIGH-SPEED
SEARCH
During playback or still picture, press FF for forward
high-speed search, or REW for reverse high-speed
1
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.
Slow Motion
ACTIVATE SLOW-MOTION
PLAYBACK
During still picture, press and hold PAUSE for 2
seconds, then release. Press and release again to return
1
to still picture.
OR
During still picture, press and hold @ or #. Release to
return to still picture.
To resume normal playback, press PLAY.
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STOP
RECORD
PAUSE
STOP/EJECT
PR+/–
PLAY
SP/LP
Recording
Turn on the TV and select the VIDEO channel (or AV mode).
3
1
2
4
6
– –:– –
TV/VCR
8
0
3
2
65
9
4
PR+/–
2
NUMBER
12
4
7
5
2
BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.)
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 (See
below).
1
● The counter is reset to 0:00:00 and the recorder
power comes on automatically.
CHOOSE A PROGRAMME
Press PR +/– or the NUMBER keys to select the preset
you wish to record.
2
SET TAPE SPEED
Press SP/LP ( ). Check the SP/LP indicator on the
recorder display panel to confirm the selected tape
3
speed.
5
● Picture quality of LP recordings will not be as high as
on SP recordings.
START RECORDING
Press and hold RECORD and press PLAY on the remote
control, or press RECORD on the recorder.
4
B.E.S.T. takes place at the beginning of both the
first SP and the first LP recording after inserting the
cassette (Z pg. 22).
If "DIRECT REC" is set to "ON", the programme
that appears on the TV screen will be recorded
(Z pg. 9).
● You can not change the preset whilst recording is in
progress. To change the preset, see step 5.
?
SP/LP
3
4
4,5
RECORD
1
PLAY
6
INFORMATION
When using the AV connection (Z pg. 5), you can switch
between TV mode and AV mode by pressing TV/VCR.
* Depending on the type of TV used, TV/VCR button does
not function as described above.
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.
3
PAUSE
5
PAUSE/RESUME
RECORDING
Press PAUSE. Press PLAY to resume recording.
● During the Record Pause mode, you can change the
5
preset by pressing the PR +/– buttons or the NUMBER
keys.
STOP RECORDING
Press STOP on the remote control or STOP/EJECT on
the recorder. Then press STOP/EJECT to remove the
6
cassette.
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
RECORD
0000
– –:– –
PR+/–
12
4
8
7
0
– –:– –
3
2
65
9
4
– –:– –
PR
Record One Programme
While Watching Another
SELECT PRESET TO WATCH
Once recording is in progress, all you need to do is to
set the preset controls on the TV for the station you
1
wish to view.
● The programme selected with the TV’s preset controls
appears on the TV screen while the one selected with
the recorder's 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
display panel.
1
RESET COUNTER
Press 0000 before starting recording or playback.
● The counter is reset to “0:00:00” and shows the exact
2
elapsed time as the tape runs.
15
1
?
3
Tape Remaining Time
DISPLAY REMAINING TIME
Press – –:– – until the time remaining on the tape
appears.
1
● The display panel shows the tape remaining time
with " " displayed.
● By pressing the – –:– – button, you can change the
display to show the counter reading, preset position*,
clock time or tape remaining time.
* Preset position is not displayed during playback.
NOTE:
Depending on the type of tape used, there may be times when
the tape remaining time reading may not appear right away, or
is not correct. "– –:– –" may sometimes appear, or the display
may blink on occasion.
Instant Timer Recording (ITR)
This easy method allows you to record for any length of time
from 30 mins. to 6 hours (selectable in 30-min. increments),
and shuts off the recorder after recording is finished.
START RECORDING
Press RECORD on the recorder.
1
ENGAGE ITR MODE
Press RECORD again. " " blinks and 0:30 appears on
the front display panel.
2
SET RECORDING
DURATION
If you want to record for more than 30 minutes, press
RECORD to extend the time. Each press extends
3
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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WEEKLY
DAILY
VIDEO Plus+
Timer
Programming
Before performing VIDEO Plus+ Timer Programming:
● Make sure that the recorder's built-in clock is set
properly.
● 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).
– –:– –
8
0
3
3
2
65
9
4
SP/LP
OK
7
4
3,6
2
NUMBER
1,6
5
PDC
STOP+/–
PROG
12
4
7
1
?
BASIC OPERATIONS (cont.)
With VIDEO Plus+, timer programming is greatly simplified
because each TV programme has a corresponding code number
which your recorder is able to recognise.
ACCESS VIDEO PLUS+ SCREEN
Press PROG.
VIDEO PLUS+
1
[0 – 9] = VIDEO PLUS+
+/–
[
] : EXPRESS PROGRAMING
[PROG] : EXIT
The front display panel looks like this:
ENTER PLUSCODE NUMBER
Press the NUMBER keys to
enter the PlusCode
2
number of the programme
you wish to record.
● If you make a mistake,
press and input the
correct number.
The PlusCode number you enter appears on the front
display panel:
The display panel shows only a 4-digit number.
ACCESS VIDEO PLUS+ PROGRAM
SCREEN
Press OK, and the VIDEO
Plus+ Program screen
3
appears (if you’re just
starting out, “P1” appears).
The display panel shows the
programme start time.
Pressing changes the
display to the programme
stop time, then the date and
preset position.
SP
VIDEO PLUS+
12345678
[0 – 9] =
[ ] : DELETE
[PROG] : EXIT
VIDEO PLUS+ 123456789
– P1 –
START STOP
21:00 = 22:00
SP VPS/PDC OFF
DATE TV PROG
25.12 1
: OK [0]:SAT
BBC 1
IMPORTANT
Make sure the preset position number you wish to
record is displayed; if not, see "VIDEO Plus+ Setup"
on page 39 and set the Guide Program number for
that PlusCode number correctly.
● If the number you entered is invalid, "ERROR" appears
on the screen and "Err" appears on the display panel.
Press and input a valid PlusCode number.
● If the "GUIDE PROG SET" screen appears, see
"ATTENTION – Regarding Guide Program Number
Set" on page 17.
17
SET TAPE SPEED
Press SP/LP ( ) to set the tape speed.
4
SET PDC MODE
Press PDC to select "ON" or "OFF".
If "VPS/PDC ON" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/
5
PDC" is lit on the display panel, PDC is set to ON.
If "VPS/PDC OFF" is displayed on the screen or "VPS/
PDC" is not lit on the display panel, PDC is set to OFF.
Z "PDC Recording" in the column below.
● VPS (Video Programme System) recording is not
currently available in the U.K. and not possible with
this recorder.
RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN
Press PROG or OK. "PROGRAM COMPLETED" appears
on the screen for about 5 seconds, then normal screen
6
appears. If the timer programme is overlapped with
another one that was already set, "PROGRAM
OVERLAPPED" appears on screen and "Err" appears on
the front display panel. (Z pg. 21)
● Repeat steps 1 – 6 for each additional programme.
ENGAGE RECORDER’S TIMER
MODE
Press ‰ (TIMER). The recorder turns off automatically
and ‰ appears on the display panel.
7
● To disengage the timer, press ‰ (TIMER) again.
NOTES:
●
To Change The Stop Time . . .
. . . press STOP +/– after pressing OK in step 3. You can
compensate for anticipated programme schedule delays this
way.
●
To Timer-Record Weekly Or Daily Serials . . .
. . . after pressing OK in step 3, 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.
●
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 and "FULL"
appears on the front display panel. To record the extra
programme, you must first cancel any unnecessary
programmes (Z pg. 20).
●
It is not possible to timer-record a TV programme with a
PlusCode number which starts with "0".
Satellite Receiver Users
To timer-record a satellite broadcast using VIDEO Plus+:
1 Perform "Satellite Receiver Control Setting" (Z pg. 10).
2 Perform steps 1 – 7. In step 3, the display panel shows
"L2" for the preset position. In step 5, you cannot set
PDC to ON.
3 Leave the satellite receiver's power on.
ATTENTION
Regarding Guide Program Number Set
"GUIDE PROG SET" appears after performing step 3 if the
Guide Program number for the PlusCode number you
entered has not been set.
● If you want to set the Guide Program number for the
satellite broadcast station, press the NUMBER key "0" to
change "TV PROG" to "SAT". Press %fi to input the preset
position number on which your recorder or satellite
receiver receives that station, then press OK or # to set
the Guide Program Number. The VIDEO Plus+ Program
screen appears.
GUIDE PROG SET
GUIDE PROG TV PROG
2 – –
5
] =
[
∞
[PROG] : EXIT
[0] : SAT
(Ex.) To timer-record a BBC2
programme with VIDEO
Plus+.
* If your recorder receives
BBC2 on the preset position
2, press OK or # after
entering "2" using %fi
buttons.
Timer Warning
If you have programmed your
recorder to timer-record a
programme or a series of
programmes, a warning
appears on the screen to tell
you that the recording is due
to start in 5 minutes.
NOTES:
●
The warning only appears if you’re not in the Timer
mode at the time.
●
If this recorder is being used as the player for tape
dubbing, the warning screen will be recorded on the
tape in the other video recorder.
The warning blinks for the entire 5 minutes leading up to
the start of timer recording. To clear the display, press .
– WARNING–
TIMER RECORDING
TO START SOON
[ ]
PDC Recording
Now available from some TV stations, PDC (Programme Delivery Control) is a service designed to assure safe, accurate timer
recording. With this system, special code signals are transmitted together with the audio/video signals. These code signals
control your video recorder and have precedence over the advertised times which you may have preset into the timer. This
means that your recorder will start and stop recording when the preset TV programmes actually start and end — even if the
broadcast time of a preset TV programme is changed from what has been advertised. PDC is currently available nationally on
BBC1, BBC2, Ch.4 and Ch.5, except from a few small relay transmitters. Ch.3 operates a PDC service in some areas. All
channels intend to offer this service in due course. Check your TV programme listing guide for latest information. If the channel
you intend to record does not offer a PDC service your recorder will not start recording if PDC has been selected. Be sure to set
PDC to "OFF" if PDC is not available on your selected channel (Z step 5 above).
NOTES:
●
PDC recording is also possible when a satellite receiver or a cable system is connected to AV2 (L-2) IN/DECODER on your
recorder.
●
PDC recording is also possible via the AV1 (L-1) IN/OUT connector.
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