JVC HR-S4500U User Manual

VIDEO CASSETTE RECORDER

HR-S4500U

MBRSET

CABLE/

DBS

A/B

POWER

TV/VCR

DISPLAY

ENTER/OSD

123

456

DBS

DAILY(M-F)

WEEKLY

AUX

C. RESET

CANCEL

TIMER

START STOP DATE

EXPRESS PROGRAMMING

PROG

SP/EP SKIP SEARCH

PROG

REW

REC

–

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

CHECK

MULTI BRAND

PLAY

STOP

PAUSE

TIME SCAN

–

MENU OK

POWER

(MONO)

VIDEO

L –AUDIO– R

S-VHS ET

REC LINK

VCR

PAUSE

REC

STOP/EJECT

INSERT

REW

PLAY

A.DUB

JOG

SHUTTLE

INSTRUCTIONS

For Customer Use:

Enter below the Model No. and Serial No. which are located on the rear of cabinet. Retain this information for future reference.

Model No. Serial No.

LPT0025-001C

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing the JVC VHS video cassette recorder. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of your new VCR.

Failure to heed the following precautions may result in

CAUTIONS

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

This video cassette recorder should be used with AC 120V`, 60Hz only. To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power source.

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

damage to the VCR, remote control 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.

3. DO NOT place heavy objects on the VCR or remote control.

4. DO NOT place anything which might spill on top of the VCR or remote control.

5. 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 conditions—just 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 VCR’s power turned on for a few hours to let the moisture dry before inserting a tape.

**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.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

CAUTION:

Changes or modifications not approved by JVC could void user's authority to operate the equipment.

VCR Plus+C3 and PlusCode are trademarks of Gemstar Development Corporation. The VCR Plus+ system is manufactured under licen se from Gemstar Development Corporation.

DSS

is an official trademark of DIRECTV, Inc., a unit of GM Hughes Electronics. PRIMESTAR is a registered service mark of Primestar Partners, L.P. DISH Network Echostar Communications Corporation.

MOVIE ADVANCETM is a trademark of SRT, Inc. A Jerry Iggulden invention licensed in association with Arthur D. Little Enterprises, Inc.

n Cassettes marked "S-VHS" and "VHS" can be used with this

video cassette recorder. However, S-VHS recordings are possible only with cassettes marked "S-VHS". By using S-VHS ET it is possible to record and play back with S-VHS picture quality on VHS cassettes with this VCR.

n As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, JVC has determined that this

product or product model meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

is a trademark of

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IMPORTANT PRODUCT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the following basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.

ATTENTION:

Follow and obey all warnings and instructions marked on your product and its operating instructions. For your safety, please read all the safety and operating instructions before you operate this product and keep this booklet for future reference.

INSTALLATION

1. Grounding or Polarization

(A) Your product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-

current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

(B) Your product may be equipped with a 3-wire grounding-type

plug, a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug.

2. Power Sources

Operate your product only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. If your product is intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

3. Overloading

Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

4. Power Cord Protection

Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.

5. V entilation

Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered.

• Do not block the openings by placing the product on a bed,

sofa, rug or other similar surface.

• Do not place the product in a built-in installation such as a

bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

6. Wall or Ceiling Mounting

The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

ANTENNA INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Outdoor Antenna Grounding

If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding connectors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

2. Lightning

For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

3. Power Lines

An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE, ANSI/NFPA 70

ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND CLAMP

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION

ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

810-20)

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMPS

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USE

1. Accessories

To avoid personal injury:

• Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. It may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product.

• Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product.

• Use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for any mounting of the product.

• Do not try to roll a cart with small casters across thresholds or deep-pile carpets.

2. Product and Cart Combination

A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

3. Water and Moisture

Do not use this product near water—for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool and the like.

4. Object and Liquid Entry

Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or shortout parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

5. Attachments

Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer of this product as they may cause hazards.

6. Cleaning

Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

7. Heat

The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

PORTABLE CART WARNING (Symbol provided by RETAC)

SERVICING

1. Servicing

If your product is not operating correctly or exhibits a marked change in performance and you are unable to restore normal operation by following the detailed procedure in its operating instructions, do not attempt to service it yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

2. Damage Requiring Service

Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a.When the power supply cord or plug is damaged. b.If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the

product. c.If the product has been exposed to rain or water. d.If the product does not operate normally by following the

operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are

covered by the operating instructions as an improper

adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will

often require extensive work by a qualified technician to

restore the product to its normal operation. e.If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in

performance—this indicates a need for service.

3. Replacement Parts

When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.

4. Safety Check

Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in safe operating condition.

HOW TO USE THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL

● All major sections and subsections are listed in the Table Of

Contents on page 5. Use this when searching for information

on a specific procedure or feature.

● The Index on pages 65–68 lists frequently-used terms, and the

number of the page on which they are used or explained in

the manual. This section also illustrates the controls and

connections on the front and rear panel, the front display

panel and the remote control.

● The Z mark signals a reference to another page for

instructions or related information.

● Operation buttons necessary for the various procedures are

clearly indicated through the use of illustrations at the

beginning of each major section.

BEFORE YOU INSTALL YOUR NEW VCR . . .

. . . please read the sections/literature listed below.

● ”Cautions” on page 2

● ”Important Products Safety Instructions” on the previous pages

CONTENTS

NSTALLING YOUR NEW VCR 6

Connections ...........................................6

Basic Connections .....................................................6

S-Video Connection...................................................7

NITIAL SETTINGS 8

Plug & Play .................................................. 8

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

Clock ..........................................................11

Preparation ..............................................................11

Semi-Auto................................................................12

Manual ....................................................................13

Tuner .......................................................... 14

Set Receivable Channels..........................................14

Add Or Delete A Channel........................................15

Cable Box Control....................................... 16

Situate And Connect Controller ...............................16

Set Cable Box Output Channel &

Cable Box Brand......................................................17

DBS Receiver Control................................... 19

Situate And Connect Controller ...............................19

Set DBS Receiver Output Channel &

DBS Receiver Brand ................................................20

IMPLE PLAYBACK AND

RECORDING 22

Simple Playback ......................................... 22

Simple Recording ........................................ 23

LAYBACK AND RECORDING FEATURES 24

Playback Features ...................................... 24

Still Picture/Frame-By-Frame Playback .....................24

Slow Motion/Reverse Slow Motion ..........................24

Index Search............................................................25

High-Speed Search ..................................................25

Manual T racking ......................................................25

Video Stabilizer .......................................................26

Instant ReView.........................................................27

Repeat Playback ......................................................27

Counter Reset ..........................................................27

Tape Position Indicator ............................................27

Next-Function Memory............................................27

Superimpose............................................................28

Select The Soundtrack..............................................29

Movie Advance........................................................30

AV COMPU LINK Playback .....................................31

Active Video Calibration ............................. 32

Preparation ..............................................................32

Recording ................................................................33

Playback..................................................................33

Recording Features .....................................34

Record One Program While Watching Another........34

Display Elapsed Recording Time ..............................34

Display T ape Remaining Time ..................................34

S-VHS (Super VHS), S-VHS ET and VHS ...................35

Super VHS ET ..........................................................36

Stereo And SAP (Second Audio Program) .................37

To Record SAP Programs..........................................37

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Time Scan ................................................... 38

Variable-Speed Search/Reverse Motion Playback .....38

Skip Search..............................................................39

Time Scan Audio......................................................40

IMER RECORDING 41

VCR Plus+ Timer Programming ................... 41

VCR Plus+ Setup ......................................... 43

Express Timer Programming .......................45

Check, Cancel And Revise Programs........................47

Auto SP→EP T imer...................................................48

Auto T imer ...............................................................48

Instant Timer Recording (ITR)....................... 49

Automatic Satellite Program Recording ....... 50

DITING 51

Edit To Or From Another VCR ...................... 51

Edit From A Camcorder ............................... 52

Insert Editing .............................................. 54

Audio Dubbing ........................................... 56

PECIAL FEATURES 57

TV Multi-Brand Remote Control ..............................57

Cable Box Multi-Brand Remote Control...................58

DBS Receiver Multi-Brand Remote Control..............59

Child Lock ...............................................................60

Control T wo JVC VCRs .............................................60

ROUBLESHOOTING 61

Power ........................................................ 61

Tape Transport ............................................ 61

Playback ....................................................61

Recording ................................................... 61

Timer Recording.......................................... 62

Other Problems .......................................... 63

UESTIONS AND ANSWERS 64

Playback ....................................................64

Recording ................................................... 64

Timer Recording.......................................... 64

NDEX 65

List Of Terms............................................... 65

Front View.................................................. 66

Rear View .................................................. 67

Front Display Panel..................................... 67

Remote Control ........................................... 68

PECIFICATIONS 69

OR SERVICING (Only in U.S.A.) 70

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ARRANTY (Only in U.S.A.) 71

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INST ALLING YOUR NEW VCR

Basic Connections

Connections

Antenna or Cable

Coaxial Cable

Flat Feeder

AC Outlet

AC Power Cord

Back of VCR

Audio/Video Cable (supplied)

Matching Transformer (Not supplied)

75 ohm terminal

Back of VCR

NOTES:

●

The VCR channel is the channel on the TV which will display the audio and video signals from the VCR. The VCR's CH3CH4 switch, on the back of the VCR, sets the VCR channel to CH3 or CH4.

●

The CH3–CH4 switch is preset to the CH3 position. Set to CH4 if CH3 is used for broadcasting in your area and set the channel on the TV to correspond to the VCR's CH3– CH4 switch setting.

●

If you are connected to the TV using the RF connector, you may need to press CH U P and then CH DO WN on the TV when switching between the TV and VCR input modes, to maintain good picture quality.

●

Even if you are using AV 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 (Z pg. 34).

●

For full identification of the VCR's rear panel, refer to the Index (REAR VIEW Z pg. 67).

ANTENNA IN (Antenna or Cable input)

TV OUT

RF Cable (supplied)

CH3

CH4

CHECK CONTENTS

Make sure the package contains all of the accessories listed in “SPECIFICATIONS” (Z pg. 69).

SITUATE VCR

Place the VCR on a stable, horizontal surface.

CONNECT VCR TO TV

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

RF Connection

●

To Connect To A TV With NO AV Input Terminals . . .

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

IN jack on the rear of the VCR.

c– Connect the supplied RF cable between the TV

OUT jack on the rear of the VCR and the TV’s antenna terminal. Set TV on CH3 or CH4 corresponding to the CH3 – CH4 switch setting on the back of the VCR.

AV Connection

●

To Connect To A TV With AV Input Terminals . . .

a– Connect the antenna, VCR and TV as shown in

the illustration.

b– Connect an Audio/Video Cable between the AUDIO

OUT and VIDEO OUT jac ks on the rear of the VCR and the A V IN jac ks on the TV . Set your TV in video input mode or A/V input mode. Refer to the TV Instruction Manual.

S-VIDEO Connection

●

If you have a TV with S-VIDEO input terminals, see "S-VIDEO Connection" on page 7.

CONNECT VCR TO POWER SOURCE

Connect the power plug to an AC outlet.

● The clock and tuner channels will automatically be

set when the antenna is connected and when the AC is first connected to the VCR (Z pg. 8). (If "Auto" or "CH" is displayed on the front display panel before the VCR is powered on, the clock and tuner channels are being set automatically. Wait for the time to be displayed on the front display panel before powering on the VCR.)

FINAL PREPARATION FOR USE

Power on the VCR and if you are connected to the TV using the RF connector, select the VCR channel (3 or 4) by setting the switch on the rear of the VCR as shown in the illustration. You can now perform simple playback (Z pg. 22) or simple recording (Z pg. 23).

AC Power Cord

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ANTENNA IN (Antenna or Cable input)

Antenna or Cable

Coaxial Cable

Flat Feeder

Matching T ransformer (not supplied)

AC Outlet

Back of VCR

S VIDEO OUT

S-Video Cable (supplied)

S VIDEO IN

OUT

S VIDEO

OUT IN

VIDEO

(MONO)

AUDIO

75 ohm terminal

REMOTE

PAUSE

COMPULINK

CABLE

BOX

CH3

CH4

Audio/Video Cable (supplied)

ANTENNA

VHF/UHF

OUT

RF Cable (supplied)

TV OUT

NOTES:

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To make the most of the Super VHS picture performance we recommend that you use the supplied S-VIDEO cable to connect your VCR to a TV with an S-VIDEO input connector.

●

To operate the VCR with your TV using the S-VIDEO connection, set your TV to the AV mode using the TV's remote control. You can also use the TV/VCR button on the VCR's remote control to set your TV to the AV mode. (Z pg. 57)

S-VIDEO Connection

CONNECT VCR TO TV

a– Connect both the RF cable and the A V cables to the TV as

explained in step 3 of "Basic Connections" (Z pg. 6).

b– Connect the S-Video cable between the S-VIDEO OUT

jack on the rear of the VCR and the S-VIDEO IN jack on the TV .

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Plug & Play

Auto Clock Set/Auto T uner Set

ATTENTION

If you use a cable box, Plug & Play will not function; set the clock and tuner channels manually. (Z pg.11 – 15)

IMPORTANT

● Don’t press any buttons on the VCR or remote while Plug & Play is in progress.

● If you perform Plug & Play successfully , there’s no need to perform the Clock (Z pg. 11) and Tuner (Z pg. 14) procedures. If, however , y ou w ant to add or delete channels, refer to “Add Or Delete A Channel” on page 15.

INITIAL SETTINGS

The Plug & Play function sets the clock and tuner channels automatically when power is first connected to the VCR. The antenna cable must be connected for the Plug & Play function.

The time and date can be set automatically from clock setting data that is transmitted by one of the regular TV broadcast channels. We call this TV channel the “Host Channel” and it is a PBS channel in your area.

PLUG & PLAY SETUP

Connect the antenna cable to the VCR (Z pg. 6). Then connect the VCR’s power plug to an AC outlet. Do not

power on the VCR. The clock and tuner channels will be set automatically.

NOTES:

●

Auto clock set is performed first. The auto clock set function scans all the channels received by your VCR to find the Host Channel and then sets the clock. "Auto" blinks on the front display panel during Auto clock set.

●

Auto channel set is performed next. The auto channel set function scans all the channels that are receivable by your VCR. It then automatically assigns each receivable channels to the CH skips non-receivable channels. During auto channel set the channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set.

●

When Plug & Play has been completed successfully the correct time is displayed.

●

If an incorrect time or "– –:– –" appears on the display panel, see "What To Do If Plug & Play Has Failed" on next page.

(+/–) buttons. It

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During Initial Auto Clock Set

"Auto" blinks.

* If an incorrect time or "– –:– –" appears on the display panel, see "What To Do If Plug & Play Has Failed" on next page.

During Auto Channel Set

The channel numbers are displayed as they are scanned and set.

Plug & Play Completed

The current time (including AM/PM) is displayed.

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INFORMATION

● If "AUTO CLOCK" is set to "ON" at the Clock Set screen on page 12, the clock will be adjusted automatically by the host channel every hour on the hour (except for 11:00 PM, midnight, 1:00 AM and 2:00 AM) by the incoming PBS channel clock setting data. (This automatic clock adjustment can only be performed when the VCR’s power is turned off. The clock will be adjusted on the hour based on the time displayed on the VCR, not on the actual real time.) The default setting of "AUTO CLOCK" is "ON".

● If the memory backup fails, because of a power outage or because the AC was removed from the VCR, Plug & Play will be performed when power is restored to the VCR.

What To Do If Plug & Play Has Failed

● If an incorrect time is displayed on the front display panel, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone, or an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. In this case, perform the Semi-Auto (Z pg. 12) or Manual Clock Set (Z pg. 13) procedure. Auto channel set has already taken place and it need not be set again.

● If “- -:- -” appears on the display, your antenna cable may not be connected to the VCR or there may not be a Host PBS signal available in your area. Ensure that the antenna cable is connected correctly. Then power on and power off the VCR; the Plug & Play function will be automatically reactivated and "Auto" will be displayed on the VCR's front panel. If Plug & Play is not performed but the antenna cable is connected correctly, perform the Manual Clock Set procedure (Z pg. 13). Auto channel set has not yet taken place, so please also perform the “Set Receivable Channels” procedure (Z pg. 14).

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POWER

CH5∞

Language

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

This VCR offers you the choice to view on-screen messages in English, Spanish or French (not including messages superimposed on the TV picture). Select the desired language using this procedure. The default setting is "ENGLISH".

Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode).

POWER

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TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN

At the Main Menu screen, move the highlight bar

(arrow) to “INITIAL SET” by pressing CH TIME SCAN press OK or TIME SCAN #.

SELECT LANGUAGE

Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "LANGUAGE"

by pressing CH TIME SCAN

press OK or TIME SCAN to select the desired language.

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, then

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, then

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MAIN MENU

FUNCTION SET TUNER SET

=INITIAL SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET

=LANGUAGE ENGLISH

GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET DBS RECEIVER SET

SELECT WITH (5,∞) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

RETURN TO NORMAL

SCREEN

Press MENU.

TIME SCAN

Clock

POWER

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Perform clock setting only if the clock has not been set correctly by the Plug & Play function or you use a cable box. Access the Clock Set screen to perform the Semi-Auto or Manual clock setting procedure. Each procedure starts from step 5. If you use a cable box, set the clock manually. (Z pg. 13)

Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode).

POWER

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Preparation

TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN

At the Main Menu screen, move the highlight bar

(arrow) to “INITIAL SET” by pressing CH TIME SCAN press OK or TIME SCAN #.

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, then

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ACCESS CLOCK SET SCREEN

Move the highlight bar (arrow) at the Initial Set screen to “CLOCK SET” by

pressing TIME SCAN then press OK or TIME SCAN #.

● "CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then the Clock Set screen appears.

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FUNCTION SET TUNER SET

=INITIAL SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

=CLOCK SET

LANGUAGE ENGLISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET DBS RECEIVER SET

SELECT WITH (5,∞) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

MAIN MENU

INITIAL SET

TIME SCAN

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INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Semi-Auto

You can change the Host Channel/D.S.T. /Time Zone setting manually.

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TIME SCAN

SET AUTO CLOCK TO ON

At the Clock Set screen, press OK or TIME SCAN

repeatedly to move the highlight bar to "AUTO CLOCK" and press CH or TIME SCAN to "ON". a– To select the Host

Channel — go to step 6

b– To select the D.S.T. mode — go to step 7 c– To select the Time Zone — go to step 8

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to set

TIME DATE YEAR

1:00PM 12/24 98 THU

AUTO CLOCK: ON

∞

HOST CH : AUTO (CATV) D.S.T. : AUTO TIME ZONE : AUTO PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

NOTE:

The time that has been set previously will be erased when "AUTO CLOCK", "HOST CH", "D.S.T." or "TIME ZONE" setting is changed.

SELECT HOST CHANNEL

You can either select "AUTO" or enter a PBS channel number. Move the highlight bar to "HOST CH" by

pressing OK or TIME SCAN #, then press CH TIME SCAN

channel number.

to set to "AUTO" or the desired PBS

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NOTE:

There are some PBS channels that do not transmit clock setting data.

SELECT D.S.T. MODE

You have three choices:

a– Select "AUTO" and the adjustment to your VCR's

clock will be made according to the incoming signal from the host channel.

b– Select "ON" and the adjustment will be made based

on the clock itself.

c– Select "OFF" if Daylight Saving Time does not apply

to you. Move the highlight bar to "D.S.T." by pressing OK or TIME SCAN #, then press CH to select the desired mode.

or TIME SCAN

∞

CLOCK SET

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**AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME

This function enables automatic adjustment of the VCR’s clock at the start and end of Daylight Saving Time. With Auto DST activated, . . . . . . on the first Sunday of April at 2:00 AM, the clock is

adjusted to 3:00 AM.

. . . on the last Sunday of October at 2:00 AM, the clock is

adjusted to 1:00 AM.

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SELECT TIME ZONE

You can select the time zone automatically or manually. Move the highlight bar to "TIME ZONE" by pressing OK

or TIME SCAN #, then press CH to select "AUTO" or the desired time zone.

AUTO ATLANTIC HAWAII EASTERN ALASKA CENTRAL PACIFIC MOUNTAIN

or TIME SCAN

∞

NOTE:

If an incorrect time is displayed by the Plug & Play function, you may be receiving the clock setting data of a PBS channel from an adjacent time zone or from an incorrect PBS channel from a cable TV system. If you selected "AUTO" for the host channel in step 6, be sure to select the correct time zone manually.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

IMPORTANT

Turn the VCR off after performing the Semi-Auto Clock Set procedure. "Auto" will appear on the front display panel when the clock is being set. The current time will appear automatically when the clock is set.

Manual

SET TIME

ﬁ

Press CH SCAN

time appears, then press OK or TIME SCAN #.

● Press and hold CH

● When the time is entered manually, "AUTO CLOCK"

or TIME

∞

until the desired

ﬁ

∞

or TIME SCAN change the time by 30minute increments.

will be automatically set to "OFF", and "HOST CH" and "TIME ZONE" will disappear.

ﬁ

CLOCK SET

TIME DATE YEAR

– –:– –AM 1/ 1 98

AUTO CLOCK: ON HOST CH : AUTO (CATV) D.S.T. : AUTO TIME ZONE : AUTO PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

SET DATE

Press CH appears, then press OK or TIME SCAN #.

● Press and hold CH

or TIME SCAN

∞

the date by 15-day increments.

or TIME SCAN

∞

until the desired date

ﬁ

to change

ﬁ

SET YEAR

Press CH appears, then press OK or TIME SCAN # twice.

or TIME SCAN

∞

until the desired year

ﬁ

SELECT D.S.T. MODE

Press CH mode.

a– Set to "ON" so that the adjustment to your VCR's b– Set to "OFF" if Daylight Saving Time does not apply

or TIME SCAN

∞

clock will be made on the clock itself.

to you.

to select the desired

ﬁ

START CLOCK

Press MENU and normal screen appears.

To Make Corrections

Press OK or TIME SCAN # until the item you want to change blinks, then press CH

or TIME SCAN

∞

ﬁ

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POWER

CH5∞

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Set Receivable Channels

Tuner

Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode).

POWER

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CH+/–

TIME SCAN

TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "TUNER SET" by

pressing CH SCAN or TIME SCAN #.

or TIME

∞

, then press OK

ﬁ

PERFORM AUTO CHANNEL SET

Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "AUT O CHAN-

NEL SET" by pressing

or TIME SCAN

∞

then press OK or TIME SCAN #.

● Receivable channels in

your area are automatically assigned to

the CH and non-receivable channels are skipped.

(+/–) buttons,

∞

NOTES:

●

At the end of Auto Channel Set, “SCAN COMPLETED” appears on screen.

●

If the scan was unsuccessful, “SCAN COMPLETED– NO SIGNAL” appears on screen. Check the connections and start again.

FUNCTION SET

=TUNER SET

INITIAL SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

BAND CATV

=AUTO CHANNEL SET

ﬁ

MANUAL CHANNEL SET

SELECT WITH (5,∞) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

AUTO CHANNEL SET

PRESS (MENU) TO END

MAIN MENU

TUNER SET

SCANNING...

INFORMATION

The VCR detects the band (TV or CATV) and selects the correct band automatically during Auto Channel Set. The selected band will be displayed on the right side of "BAND" on the Tuner Set screen.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

NUMBER

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TIME SCAN

EN 15

Add Or Delete A Channel

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS TUNER SET SCREEN

Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "TUNER SET" by pressing CH

TIME SCAN #.

ACCESS MANUAL CHANNEL SET SCREEN

Move the highlight bar (arrow) to "MANUAL

CHANNEL SET" by pressing CH SCAN or TIME SCAN #.

ADD OR SKIP DESIRED CHANNEL

Input the channel number using the NUMBER keys or

by pressing CH TIME SCAN

press OK or TIME SCAN to set to "ADD" or "SKIP" as required. Repeat for each channel you want to add or skip.

RETURN TO NORMAL SCREEN

Press MENU.

or TIME SCAN

∞

or TIME

∞

, then press OK

ﬁ

∞

, then

, then press OK or

ﬁ

BAND CATV AUTO CHANNEL SET

=MANUAL CHANNEL SET

SELECT WITH (5,∞) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

MANUAL CHANNEL SET

CH 45 ADD

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)

OR (5,∞), THEN (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

TUNER SET

(CATV)

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Cable Box Control

Suggested Location

Place the cable box on top of the VCR. Attach the VCR's Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller’s transmitter pointed towards the cable box’s remote sensor.

ATTENTION:

The Controller can also control a DBS receiver. If both a cable box and a DBS receiver are used, position the controller so its signal reaches the remote control sensors of both the cable box and DBS receiver.

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

This procedure is required if you receive your TV channels through a cable box (descrambler). The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switch the cable box channel during timer-recording. The Controller is effective for recording shows that have been programmed using VCR Plus+ (Z pg. 41) or Express Timer Programming (Z pg. 45).

Situate And Connect Controller

SITUATE CONTROLLER

Place the Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the cable box’s remote sensor is

unobstructed.

ATTACH CONTROLLER

Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strip.

Y our VCR

Cable box

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VIDEO OUT

Audio/Video cable (supplied)

Controller

Tr ansmitter

CABLE

BOX

AUDIO OUT

AUDIO IN

Cable box

Controller (suggested locations)

Connected to ANTENNA IN

VIDEO IN

CONNECT CABLE BOX TO VCR

The connection method depends on the type of cable box you have.

If your cable box has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors . . .

. . . connect them to the AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors on your VCR. Set the VCR to channel "L-1" for the rear AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors, or channel "F-1" for the front AUDIO and VIDEO IN connectors to use the cable box.

If your cable box doesn’t have AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors . . .

. . . connect the antenna output connector on the cable box to the ANTENNA IN connector on the rear of your VCR. Set the VCR tuner to the same channel as the cable box RF output (see page 17 also).

NOTE:

When connecting your cable box refer to its instruction manual.

CONNECT CONTROLLER TO VCR

Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR.

About Your Cable Box

This VCR has two separate methods to control your Cable Box.

●

The VCR's Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your Cable Box. This eliminates the need for a separate Cable Box Remote Control Unit.

●

The VCR's Controller can also control your Cable Box. This allows the VCR to change your Cable Box's channel number during timer recording.

Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCR's Remote Control unit, refer to page 58. To set up the Controller go to page 17.

EN 17

POWER

Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode).

POWER

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Set Cable Box Output Channel & Cable Box Brand

TURN ON CABLE BOX

Select a channel other than channel 9 on your cable box.

TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN

Press CH bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK or TIME

SCAN #.

or TIME SCAN

∞

ACCESS CABLE BOX SET SCREEN

Press CH SCAN

highlight bar (arrow) to “CABLE BOX SET”, then press OK or TIME SCAN #.

or TIME

∞

to move the

ﬁ

to move the highlight

ﬁ

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET LANGUAGE ENGLISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET

=CABLE BOX SET

DBS RECEIVER SET SELECT WITH (5,∞) AND (OK)

PRESS (MENU) TO END

TIME SCAN

SELECT CABLE BOX OUTPUT CHANNEL

Your selection depends on how your cable box is

connected to your VCR.

If your cable box is connected to your VCR using an RF connection . . .

. . . press CH SCAN

channel number representing the cable box’s output (CH2 – CH9) appears on the screen.

If your cable box is connected to your VCR's FRONT AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors . . .

. . . press CH (FRONT)" appears on the screen.

If your cable box is connected to your VCR’s REAR AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors . . .

. . . press CH (REAR)" appears on the screen.

ﬁ

∞

until the

∞

or TIME

or TIME SCAN

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE

CABLE BOX SET

OFF

until "ON F-1

ﬁ

until "ON L-1

ﬁ

18 EN

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NUMBER

456

INFORMATION

When the VCR's clock has not been set (with AUTO CLOCK set to ON), if you press OK in step 7, "CABLE BOX USERS SET CLOCK MANUALLY" will be displayed on the screen for about 5 seconds, then the Clock Set screen will appear; perform the manual clock setting procedure on page 13. If you press MENU after the clock has been set, the Cable Box Brand Set screen appears.

NOTES:

●

Although the supplied Controller is compatible with many different cable box brands, it is possible that it will not work with your cable box.

●

If your cable box doesn’t respond to any code between 1 and 25, you can’t use the Controller to change cable box channels. In this case, make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording. Please contact your cable company about the possibility of exchanging your current cable box with one that is compatible with your VCR.

●

The VCR can only change the cable box channel through the Controller during timer recording.

●

If your cable box is one that can’t be operated with a remote control (because it has no remote sensor), you can’t use the Controller to change its channels. Make sure to leave the cable box turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording.

●

If the VCR's memory backup expires because of a power failure, set the cable box output channel and brand again.

●

For customers in U.S.A.: If you are unable to set the Controller, please contact JVC toll free at 1-800-252-5722.

TIME SCAN

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

ACCESS CABLE BOX BRAND SET SCREEN

Press OK.

ENTER CABLE BOX BRAND

Press the appropriate

NUMBER keys to enter the

Cable Box Code from the CABLE BOX BRAND LIST shown below, then press OK.

● If the cable box’s

channel changes to 9, setting is complete. Press OK and "CABLE BOX CONTROL IS ON" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then it returns to the normal screen.

● If the cable box's channel does not change to 9, press

or TIME SCAN

∞

(arrow) to "NO", then press OK. By entering another code, repeat step 8 until the cable box’s channel changes to 9.

● If the channel does not change after going through all

the code numbers listed for your model of cable box, then try all the other numbers between 1 and 25.

CABLE BOX BRAND LIST

BRAND CODE

ARCHER 1, 5, 17 CABLETENNA 1, 17 CABLEVIEW 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 CITIZEN 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 CURTIS 2 DIAMOND 1, 17 EASTERN 19 GC BRAND 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 GEMINI 15 GENERAL INSTRUMENTS 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15 HAMLIN 10, 18, 19, 23 JASCO 15 JERROLD 1, 4, 6, 11, 12, 15 NOVAVISION 2 OAK 7, 20 PANASONIC 13, 14 PULSER 15, 16, 17, 21, 25 RCA 13, 14 REGAL 10, 18, 19, 23 REGENCY 19 REMBRANDT 1, 16, 17 SAMSUNG 5, 16, 24 SCIENTIFIC ATLANTA 2 SIGMA 7, 20 SL MARX 5, 16, 17, 24, 25 SPRUCER 13, 14 STARGATE 5, 15, 16, 17, 21, 24, 25 TELEVIEW 5, 16, 24 TOCOM 1, 4, 16 UNIKA 1, 17 UNIVERSAL 16, 17, 25 VIDEOWAY 3, 9, 22 ZENITH 3, 9, 22

CABLE BOX BRAND SET

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)

THEN (OK) TO TEST

PRESS (MENU) TO END

to move the highlight bar

ﬁ

DBS Receiver Control

Suggested Location

Place the DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) receiver on top of the VCR. Attach the VCR's Controller to the top of the VCR with the Controller’s transmitter pointed towards the DBS receiver's remote sensor.

ATTTNTION:

The Controller can also control a cable box. If both a DBS receiver and a cable box are used, position the controller so its signal reaches the remote control sensors of both the DBS receiver and cable box.

EN 19

The following procedure is required if you recei ve satellite c hannels through a DBS (Direct Broadcast Satellite) Receiver . The Controller allows the VCR to automatically switc h the DBS Recei ver's c hannels during timer recording.

NOTES:

●

The VCR can automatically change the DBS Receiver channels using the controller when the VCR has been programmed using Express Timer Programming (Z pg. 45). Because satellite programming does not use PlusCode; the Controller can not change the DBS Receiver channels during VCR Plus+ Timer Recording.

●

If a cable box is also used it is recommended that you connect the DBS receiver to your VCR's A/V inputs and the cable box to your VCR's antenna input.

Situate And Connect Controller

Y our VCR

Controller

DBS receiver

Transmitter

Connected to ANTENNA IN

CABLE

BOX

DBS receiver

Controller (suggested locations)

Connected to VIDEO/ AUDIO IN

SITUATE CONTROLLER

Place the Controller so that the path between its transmitter and the DBS receiver's remote sensor is

unobstructed.

ATTACH CONTROLLER

Fasten securely using the supplied adhesive strips.

CONNECT DBS RECEIVER TO VCR

The connection method depends on the type of DBS receiver you have.

If your DBS receiver has AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors . . .

If your DBS receiver doesn’t have AUDIO and VIDEO OUT connectors . . .

. . . connect the antenna output connector on the DBS receiver to the ANTENNA IN connector on the rear of your VCR. Set the VCR's tuner to the same channel as the DBS receiver's RF output. (See page 20 also.)

NOTE:

When connecting your DBS receiver refer to its instruction manual.

About Your DBS Receiver

This VCR has two separate methods to control your DBS Receiver .

●

The VCR's Wireless Remote Control Unit can control your DBS Receiver. This eliminates the need for a separate DBS Receiver Remote Control Unit.

●

The VCR's Controller can also control your DBS Receiver. This allows the VCR to change your DBS receiver's channel number during timer recording.

Each method must be set up separately. To set up the VCR's Remote Control unit, refer to page 59. To set up the Controller go to page 20.

CONNECT CONTROLLER TO VCR

Connect to the CABLE BOX connector on your VCR.

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POWER

INITIAL SETTINGS (cont.)

Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode).

POWER

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Set DBS Receiver Output Channel & DBS Receiver Brand

TURN ON DBS RECEIVER

Select a channel other than channel 55, 100 or 205 on your DBS receiver.

TURN ON THE VCR

Press POWER.

● Set the VCR to the channel (3 or 4 or F-1 or L-1) on

which the signals from the DBS receiver are received.

ACCESS MAIN MENU SCREEN

Press MENU.

ACCESS INITIAL SET SCREEN

Press CH bar (arrow) to “INITIAL SET”, then press OK or TIME

SCAN #.

or TIME SCAN

∞

ACCESS DBS RECEIVER SET

to move the highlight

ﬁ

SCREEN

Press CH

SCAN

highlight bar (arrow) to “DBS RECEIVER SET”, then press OK or TIME SCAN #.

or TIME

∞

to move the

ﬁ

INITIAL SET

CLOCK SET LANGUAGE ENGLISH GUIDE CHANNEL SET CABLE BOX SET

=DBS RECEIVER SET

SELECT WITH (5,∞) AND (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

SELECT DBS RECEIVER

TIME SCAN

OUTPUT CHANNEL

Your selection depends on how your DBS receiver is

connected to your VCR.

If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR using an RF connection . . .

. . . press CH SCAN

channel number representing the DBS receiver's output (CH3 – CH4) appears on the screen.

If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR's FRONT AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors . . .

. . .

press

(FRONT)" appears on the screen

If your DBS receiver is connected to your VCR’s REAR AUDIO/VIDEO IN connectors . . .

. . . press CH (REAR)" appears on the screen.

ﬁ

∞

until the

∞

or TIME

or TIME SCAN

DBS RECEIVER SET

PRESS (5,∞), THEN (OK) PRESS (MENU) TO END

ﬁ until "ON F-1

ﬁ until "ON L-1

OFF

NUMBER

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TIME SCAN

EN 21

ACCESS DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET SCREEN

Press OK.

SET DBS RECEIVER BRAND

Press the appropriate

NUMBER keys to enter the

DBS Receiver Code from the following list, then press OK.

BRAND CODE

JVC (DISH Network) 51 ECHOSTAR (DISH Network) 51 PRIMESTAR 50 SONY (DSS) 41 RCA (DSS) 40

● After OK is pressed, the program currently received

through the DBS receiver will appear for about 10 seconds.

● If the DBS receiver's channel changes to the channel

listed below for your brand of DBS receiver, setting is complete. Press OK and "DBS RECEIVER CONTROL IS ON" appears on the screen for about 5 seconds, then it returns to the normal screen.

JVC [ 100 ECHOSTAR [ 100 PRIMESTAR [ 55 SONY [ 205 RCA [ 205

● If the DBS receiver's channel does not change as

shown above, press CH move the highlight bar (arrow) to "NO", then press OK. Re-enter the correct code.

NOTES:

●

It is possible that the Controller will not work with all types of DBS receiver.

●

If your DBS receiver doesn’t respond to the code, you can’t use the Controller to change satellite channels. In this case, make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording.

●

The VCR can only change the satellite channel through the Controller during timer recording.

●

If your DBS receiver is one that can’t be operated with a remote control (because it has no remote sensor), you can’t use the Controller to change its channels. Make sure to leave the DBS receiver turned on and tuned to the proper channel before the scheduled start of timer recording.

●

For customers in U.S.A.: If you are unable to set the Controller, please contact JVC toll free at 1-800-252-5722.

DBS RECEIVER BRAND SET

PRESS NUMBER KEY (0–9)

THEN (OK) TO TEST

PRESS (MENU) TO END

or TIME SCAN

∞

4 0

ﬁ

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STOP/EJECT

PLAY

STOP

TIME SCAN SHUTTLE

Simple Playback

Turn on the TV and select the VCR channel 3 or 4 (or AV mode).

SIMPLE PLAYBACK AND RECORDING

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

pointing towards the VCR. Don’t apply too much pressure when inserting.

● The VCR’s power comes on automatically.

● The counter is automatically reset to "0:00:00".

● If the cassette's record safety tab has been removed,

playback begins automatically.

FIND PROGRAM START POINT

If the tape is advanced past the start point, press REW or turn the TIME SCAN SHUTTLE ring to the left. To go

forward, press FF or turn the TIME SCAN SHUTTLE ring to the right.

START PLAYBACK

Press PLAY. "VIDEO CALIBRATION" appears on the screen (when VIDEO CALIBRATION is set to "ON"

Z pg. 32).

STOP PLAYBACK

Press STOP or STOP/EJECT. T hen press STOP/EJECT to remove the cassette.

REW (Rewind)

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FF (Fast-Forward)

Usable cassettes

Full-Size VHS T-30 (ST-30**) T-60 (ST-60**) T-90 T-120 (ST-120**) T-160 (ST-160**) ST-210**

Compact VHS* TC-20 (ST-C20**) TC-30 (ST-C30**) TC-40 (ST-C40**)

* 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 VCR can record on regular VHS and Super VHS

cassettes. While only VHS signals can be recorded on regular VHS cassettes, both VHS and Super VHS signals can be recorded and played back using Super VHS cassettes.

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